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SAVE THE DATE!!!
FEBRUARY 11, 2012 AT 4:30 PM MASS
MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION at St. Giles!
The second Sunday in February has been designated as World Marriage Day. It is a day that honors husband and wife as head of the family, the basic unit of society. It salutes the beauty of their faithfulness, sacrifice and joy in daily married life.
St. Giles invites all couples of the parish --- who in 2012 will be celebrating a wedding anniversary in an increment of five years (5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and up), all couples celebrating their 1st anniversary in 2012, and all couples celebrating 50 plus years of marriage (50, 51, 52, etc.) --- to join us at the 4:30 pm Mass on Saturday, February 11th. It will be a celebration of the goodness of love… a celebration of marriage! On your wedding day you made a choice. It was the most important choice of your life. You chose each other. On February 11th, you will celebrate one another and renew your promise to be faithful, to be kind and patient with each other.
If you would like to participate in this special marriage anniversary celebration, please fill in the form below and return it to the Parish Center, attention Gerry/Donna Zych, no later than February 5th. It is important that we know how many people to expect so that we may adequately prepare for this special celebration.
Marriage Anniversary Celebration Reply Form in Adobe Reader (pdf - 123 KB)
Masses
| Saturday |
8 am and Vigil at 4:30 pm |
| Sunday |
7:45 am, 9:30 am, 11:15 am and 5 pm |
| Monday - Friday |
6:30 am and 8:30 am |
| Holy Days |
As scheduled - Check the ARROW or this Web Page for future information. |
Priest Schedule
It is important to mention that the schedule is subject to change.
If someone really wants to know which presider is on for mass, please call the parish office at 708-383-3430 on the weekend of the Mass.
Presider Schedule for December 31st and January 1st - Mary, The Holy Mother of God
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Gerry |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by William |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Lorry |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by John |
| 5 pm |
NO MASS |
Presider Schedule for January 7th and 8th - The Epiphany of the Lord
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Gerry |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Ed Shea |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Ed Shea assisted by Lorry |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
Presider Schedule for January 14th and 15th - 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Lorry (Preaching) |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Lorry (Preaching) |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
| 10 am |
Fr. Carl Morello - Saint Giles Family Mass Community |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Mike Caruso, SJ |
Presider Schedule for January 21st and 22nd - 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore assisted by Gerry |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Carl Morello |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Carl Morello |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by William |
Presider Schedule for January 28th and 29th - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Carl Morello |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
Presider Schedule for February 4th and 5th - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by Gerry |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by William |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by Lorry |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello |
Presider Schedule for February 11th and 12th - 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Gerry |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon |
| 10 am |
Fr. Carl Morello - Saint Giles Family Mass Community |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by John |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
Presider Schedule for February 18th and 19th - 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by Gerry (Preaching) |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by John (Preaching) |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Mike Carusso, SJ |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Thomas Dore assisted by William |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Thomas Dore |
Presider Schedule for February 25th and 26th - 1st Sunday of Lent
| Saturday |
4:30 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello |
| Sunday |
7:45 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by William |
| 9:30 am |
Fr. Carl Morello assisted by Gerry |
| 11:15 am |
Fr. Ed Salmon assisted by Lorry |
| 5 pm |
Fr. Carl Morello |
The Faith & Family Liturgy is typically celebrated the last Sunday of the month, September through April, at the 9:30 am in the church, with a special celebration on Christmas Eve. Families in the parish Religious Education program and parish school take an active role in the liturgy as greeters, lectors, gift bearers, ushers, and Eucharistic ministers. The Children’s Choir leads us in song for this liturgy. The readings and homily are geared toward the children in the assembly, with a theme for parents/adults in the assembly to build on at home during the week. All are welcome to join in the celebration. See more information at Liturgical Ministries / Faith & Family Liturgy page.
Sunday Liturgy at 10 am in the Gym. During the Summer time in July and August this Family Mass Community meets in McDonough Hall (Gleeson Building, 1101 N. Columbian) and returns to the Gym in September -
Begun over 35 years ago as a “gym Mass”, the Family Mass Community developed into a small community within the larger St. Giles parish community. The Family Mass Community gathers each week in the St. Giles Parish Gym at 10 am to celebrate mass together. Members make a personal commitment to being “family” to one another. Being a small community within the larger parish requires a high level of participation by our members. Each week members of the Family Mass Community gather to prepare and delegate tasks for the upcoming Sunday liturgy. See more information at Family Mass Community page.
| Contemporary Mass, Contemplative Mass and School Masses |
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Contemporary Masses are twice a month and that is when the St. Giles teens lead the liturgical ministries at our weekly 11:15 am Mass. They participate as lectors, ushers and Eucharistic ministers. They also lead the assembly’s music as cantors, choir and musicians. Their music reflects the common parish repertoire as well as many contemporary songs. All are welcome to join in these spirit-filled celebrations. See General Youth Events page for schedule of Contemporary Masses.
Contemplative Masses are on every second Sunday of the month at 5 pm. A contemplative mass is different in several external ways. Lights are dimmed and candlelight surrounds the altar. Chants and simple refrains characterize the music which serves to quietly unite all who are present. There is also more time for silence and reflection. All are invited to share in this peaceful, sacred and beautiful celebration of the Eucharist.
School Masses are eight to ten times a year and that is when St. Giles student body gathers with the parish community to celebrate an all-school mass or prayer service that highlights a special liturgical feast or school event. Each liturgy is planned by one of the buddy grade groupings (1st and 5th, 2nd and 6th, 3rd and 7th, or 4th and 8th). Students take on active roles in the liturgies as choir, musicians, procession, gift bearers, lectors, and ushers.
A “How to go to Confession" Review - Reflections on the Sacrament of Penance
in Adobe Reader (pdf - 94 KB) - Document
FORGIVENESS PRAYER in Adobe Reader (pdf - 53 KB) - Document
Saturdays from 8:30 to 9 am. Appointments for private reconciliation can be made by calling Fr. Carl Morello at 708-383-3430 ext. 422 or ext. 305, Fr. Jim Hearne at 708-383-3430 ext. 408 or Fr. Ed Salmon at 708-383-3430 ext. 308.
Every Thursday evening from 7 to 8 pm in Church.
A HOLY TIME IN A HOLY PLACE - What better place to block out the mental chatter in our minds than being in the company of our Lord in a Holy place at a Holy hour? Quiet time without interruption. After a hard day’s work, we often come home exhausted to the safe havens of our homes. We might sit in our favorite recliner, put on the boob tube, sip a glass of wine, and that’s okay, but time with Jesus, offers us more, not just relaxation of our bodies, but also of our spirits, after all we are spiritual beings too. He says, “Come to me all you who toil and are burdened and I will refresh you.” That includes the whole package, our bodies, minds, emotions, intellect, that is our souls. He refreshes us and gives us clarity to get back in the grind tomorrow.
Here is a get-away that only costs minutes of your time. Come join us for the Holy Hour at St. Giles on Thursdays from 7 to 8 pm. An invitation from a parishioner. As Jesus said to those seeking Him: “Come and See.”
| Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother |
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Every Saturday after the 8 am Mass.
Every Monday after the 8:30 am Mass.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word is offered every Sunday at 9:30 am, except when a Children / Family Liturgy is celebrated. Children in kindergarten and up are invited to assemble after the Opening Prayer to receive a blessing as they dismiss to celebrate the Liturgy of the Word with their leader. The leader utilizes the scriptures from the Children’s Lectionary for that week and guides the children to a greater awareness of God’s presence in their lives through discussion, song, and prayer. The children return to the assembly during the Presentation of the Gifts to celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist. See more information at Liturgical Ministries / Children's Liturgy of the Word page.
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