February
Main course
Mardi gras
Here you can find resources and activities to celebrate Mardi Gras in your home.
On February 16 look for the Mardi Gras post on our Facebook page and add a picture of your household celebration.
On February 16 look for the Mardi Gras post on our Facebook page and add a picture of your household celebration.
Mardi Gras Activities
Mardi Gras has many traditions and special ways to celebrate. Find out more about those traditions and celebrations as well as ways to celebrate, decorate, fun foods to eat, and games to play. Click on the photo to the left to learn more.
Mardi Gras has many traditions and special ways to celebrate. Find out more about those traditions and celebrations as well as ways to celebrate, decorate, fun foods to eat, and games to play. Click on the photo to the left to learn more.
Ash Wednesday
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Busted Halo, Ash Wednesday & Lent
This short video does a good job explaining what Ash Wednesday and Lent are and why we celebrate each of them and the significance |
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Lent
Do you need help making a plan for Lent? Need some ideas on what God is calling you to do? Need a change from the usual, like giving up chocolate or sweets? Be bold and come up with something radical this Lent for yourself and/or your household. Explore these resources for ideas, learning opportunities and prayer. Come back often as more resources will be posted throughout the season of Lent.
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Ash Wednesday with Catholic Kids Video
Learn more about Ash Wednesday. |
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Thursday Prayer Experience Resources
You can find resources to go with the Thursday prayer experiences at the parish. Check back each week for the weekly resources.
You can find resources to go with the Thursday prayer experiences at the parish. Check back each week for the weekly resources.
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Faith Formation L!VE
The recording of February Faith Formation L!VE can be found here.
At Faith Formation we talked about making a Lenten plan. This document is a great way to help your household plan for Lent. Don't forget to post it where you will see it and be reminded of your plan.
Adult Faith Formation L!VE
Here is the link to join the meeting.
Time: Sunday, Feb 28, 2021 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81798460718
Meeting ID: 817 9846 0718
Dial by your location
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Each month, we will feature a video by a nationally known Catholic speaker for adult members of the parish to watch and discuss. The discussion will take place on a Sunday or Wednesday evening between Faith Formation L!VE gatherings.
For February please join us for prayer, discussion and a video featuring Dr. Carole Eipers. Carole is a longtime faith formation leader, writer, speaker, and consultant. She shares an inspirational message about our role in the Reign of God. Sessions will be held Wednesday, February 24 at 8:30 pm or Sunday, February 28 at 6 pm. Please note we are trying a later time on Wednesday to give more options to parents with young children.
You can preview the Carole Eipers video ahead of time, below.
For February please join us for prayer, discussion and a video featuring Dr. Carole Eipers. Carole is a longtime faith formation leader, writer, speaker, and consultant. She shares an inspirational message about our role in the Reign of God. Sessions will be held Wednesday, February 24 at 8:30 pm or Sunday, February 28 at 6 pm. Please note we are trying a later time on Wednesday to give more options to parents with young children.
You can preview the Carole Eipers video ahead of time, below.
Sunday Gospel Reflections
A great way to prepare for Sunday Mass is to read and reflect on, or discuss with your household, the Sunday readings. Even if a person doesn't get to the readings ahead of time, reflecting on them during the week following Mass can be a great way to live out the message we have heard proclaimed.
Below are short reflections on the readings for the next four Sundays. These are great tools for personal prayer and reflection, and also great tools to help lead a discussion about the readings among the members of your household.
Below are short reflections on the readings for the next four Sundays. These are great tools for personal prayer and reflection, and also great tools to help lead a discussion about the readings among the members of your household.
Parish Connection
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Cards of Caring
At Faith Formation this month, we had a scavenger hunt to look for things we can use to help people, and Jenni talked about her crayons. She said she could use her crayons to draw a picture for someone we can’t visit right now. We have some people right here in our parish who could use a little boost to brighten their day. They are isolated and can’t leave their homes right now because it’s too hard to get around. Some have to stay home so they don’t catch Covid. And some just don’t have family nearby to keep them company. We invite you to send them cards. You can make homemade cards or buy them. Write them a note to tell them that you are thinking of them and praying for them. Young members can draw a picture. Watch the weekly e-newsletter for a list of parishioners we will be sending cards to or email Jenni to get the list. When they’re ready, drop your cards off at the parish when you come to Mass or between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays, and we will deliver them to the recipients. Thank you for showing you care and sharing your love!
At Faith Formation this month, we had a scavenger hunt to look for things we can use to help people, and Jenni talked about her crayons. She said she could use her crayons to draw a picture for someone we can’t visit right now. We have some people right here in our parish who could use a little boost to brighten their day. They are isolated and can’t leave their homes right now because it’s too hard to get around. Some have to stay home so they don’t catch Covid. And some just don’t have family nearby to keep them company. We invite you to send them cards. You can make homemade cards or buy them. Write them a note to tell them that you are thinking of them and praying for them. Young members can draw a picture. Watch the weekly e-newsletter for a list of parishioners we will be sending cards to or email Jenni to get the list. When they’re ready, drop your cards off at the parish when you come to Mass or between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays, and we will deliver them to the recipients. Thank you for showing you care and sharing your love!
