1023 McHenry Avenue Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014

(815) 459-3033

Find us on the Internet @ www.elizabethannseton.org Like us on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/StElizabethAnnSetonCatholicChurch

Very Rev. Fr. Brian D.M.J. Grady, TOC, VF~ Pastor Rev. Fr. Colin Easton~ Parochial Vicar

Mr. Kenneth Giacone Dr. Richard Marcantonio

Saturday: 4:00 pm Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, and 11:15 am

Monday thru Saturday: 8:45 AM

Tuesday: 6:00- 6:45 PM Saturday: 9:15- 10:00 AM 3:00- 3:45 PM (or by appointment)

Monday thru Saturday: 8:15 AM (in the Chapel)

Monday thru Saturday: 9:15 AM (in the Chapel)

Monday thru Friday: 8:00 AM- 7:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM

(in the church) Tuesday: 8:00 AM

Thursday: 6:45 PM

2nd Weekend of the Month at all Masses

4th Weekend of the Month at all Masses

Please drop off any articles to be blessed at the Parish Office on Tuesdays during office hours. Blessed articles will be available for

pickup the following Wednesday morning.

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This week, the blue Our Lady of Perpetual Help sanctuary candle will burn for the intentions of

Bob & Tricia Schafer

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27- (CONTINUED) 6:00 PM K of C Irishfest Meeting 6:30 PM Youth Ministry Edge Night 6:45 PM Liturgy of the Hours- Evening Prayer 7:00 PM K of C Officers’ Meeting

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 288:00 AM Adoration until 7PM 8:15 AM Rosary 8:45 AM Mass (+Paula Harrison ~ Rachel Graham) 9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet 9:30 AM Stations of the Cross 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross

6:00 AM That Man Is You 7:30 AM Light of the World Retreat 8:00 AM Adoration until 12PM 8:15 AM Rosary 8:45 AM Mass (+Fr. Youanny Dorado ~ The Ajayi Family) 9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet Confessions 3:00 PM Confessions 4:00 PM Mass (The Aidoo Family ~ The Gooden Family)

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23- THE SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 8:00 AM Mass (+Angel Damien Martinez ~ +Gene Mate) 9:00 AM Adoration until 12PM 9:30 AM Mass (+Jim Zbilski ~ Lisa Smereczynski) LOTW Team Meeting 10:45 AM RCIA– “Life in Christ” 11:15 AM Mass (Luke Beranek ~ Martina Davis) 1:00 PM Year I Confirmation Classes 4:00 PM Year I Confirmation Classes 6:30 PM YM Life Night

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24 8:00 AM Adoration until 7PM 8:15 AM Rosary 8:45 AM Mass (The Holy Souls in Purgatory) 9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet 9:30 AM St. Clare Quilters 6:30 PM Maranatha Charismatic Group Meeting Pivotal Players presentation– St. Benedict 7:00 PM That Man Is You

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 258:00 AM Adoration until 7PM Liturgy of the Hours– Morning Prayer 8:15 AM Rosary 8:45 AM Mass (+Roy Hecker ~ +Patricia Zaryczny)9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet 9:20 AM Marian Movement of Priests’ Prayer Cenacle 1:00 PM Holy Hour of Reparation 6:00 PM Confessions K of C Irishfest Meeting

WEDNESDAY, 6:30 AM Mass (+William Platta ~ +Jerry Byrd) 8:00 AM Adoration until 7PM 8:15 AM Rosary 8:45 AM Mass (+James Disher ~ +Thomas Anderson) 9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet 7:00 PM Mass(The Kene Abura Family ~ The Ebihielem Family) SVdP District Meeting 8:00 PM Choir Practice

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 8:00 AM Adoration until 7PM 8:15 AM Rosary 8:45 AM Mass (Michael E. Sudzina, Jr ~ Joyce Chrobak) 9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet 9:30 AM Jesus’ Lovely Ladies’ Bible Study Bailey Bible Study 4:00 PM Little Flowers Meeting Little Women Girls’ Club

READINGS FOR MASS FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Please keep the sick, the needs of our parish community,

and the Church in your daily prayers.

Lv 19:1-2, 17-18 / 1 Cor 3:16-23 / Mt 5:38-48

Jas 3:13-18 / Mk 9:14-29

Jas 4:1-10 / Mk 9:30-37

Jl 2:12-18 / 2 Cor 5:20—6:2 / Mt 6:1-6, 16-18

Dt 30:15-20 / Lk 9:22-25

Is 58:1-9a / Mt 9:14-15

Is 58:9b-14 / Lk 5:27-32

Gn 2:7-9; 3:1-7 / Rom 5:12-19 or 5:12, 17-19 / Mt 4:1-11

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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Charitable Fundraiser

Sponsored by the

Knights of Columbus Council 10678 ®

Please complete and return with your payment

Registration forms may be dropped off at (1) the sign up table in the Narthex after each weekend Mass, (2) at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish office (3) mailed to Knights of Columbus, c/o St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1023 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Cost is $18(This is an Adult Only event) Payment may be check, cash or credit card. Please make checks payable to “Knights of Columbus Council 10678”

(PLEASE PRINT) Contact Name: Phone:

Email Address: (For Knights of Columbus 10678 use only)

D.J. Music requests: Song Request____________________________________ Artist _______________________

Karaoke Request_ _________________________________Artist __

Number

Cost Per

Person

Total Cost

# of Corned

Beef Orders # of Chicken Kiev

Orders

$18 $

Bagpipes! DJ! Dancing! Karaoke!

Irish Dance Performance

Great Food!

Cash Bar (Soda, Irish & Domestic Beer and Wine)

MENU Premium Brisket

Corned Beef or Chicken Kiev

Cabbage, Red Potatoes, Carrots

Dinner Rolls, Marble Rye Bread

Water, Coffee, Lemonade,

Dessert*

*Provided by the St. EAS Women’s Group

5:00 - 6:30pm: Irish Happy Hour & Bagpipes

6:30 - 7:30pm: Dinner 7:30 - 8:15pm: McNulty School Of Dance

Performance

8:15 - 10:00pm: Dance Music & Karaoke by

Rock This Town Entertainment

8:45pm: Pot ‘O Gold Sweepstakes 50/50 Drawing

5:00 - 10:00pm

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As a way to express our gratitude and say "thank you" to those who support our parish home, we randomly draw a new winner monthly for a prime parking spot! If you are one of the many who support our parish financially, you will have a chance to win a reserved parking spot in the front row of the lot for a month. Every family that actively gives to our parish will automatically be entered into the drawing, and one recipient will be drawn.

Join Fr. Easton on Monday, February 24th at 7pm as we learn about the incredible life of St. Benedict, the "cave-dwelling kid" who changed the course of western civilization! Benedict founded the religious community that would, in time, preserve the best of the old and allow for the emergence of an au-thentic, Christian way of life. St. Benedict , was indeed, a pivotal player in

the life of the Church.

Pete Aceto, Shari Anchor, Ron Bitz, Kay Bruess,

Dolores Buss, Tim Cannon, Emma Capuno, Marcia Cassin,

Fortuna Calez, Jonathan Christensen, Becky Corcoran,

Carla Decker, Jessica Diaz, Mary Diaz, Jessica Duffy,

Mia Durand, Lily Elder, Eleanor Erbes, Sandy Ferrell,

Jill Fisher, Bernadette Gates, Bruce Gielow, Howie Gielow,

Colleen Gleason, Michalene Gordon, Marilyn Gustafson,

Jack Hardt, Bill Hayes, David Hess, Clifford Hill,

Marlene Hill, Pat Hill, Tracy Holcomb, Julietta Jacobi,

Leo Jerman, Mary Ann Johnson, Carolyn Joos, Ashley Kelly,

Madelynne Kersting, Kara Kolmar, Len Korn, Trish Koval,

Amberley Kowalski, Sylvia Laux, Michelle Lee,

Blanche Lichon, Bea LoBianco, Don Luna, Dave Marsh,

Bob McCormick, David Mead, Eugene Melone, Carol Miller,

Laura Miller, Bonnie Moriarty, Stephen Morrison,

Sherry Muehlbert, Evelyn Moss, Michael O’Donnell,

Ted Ougheltree, Nicole Orfanos, Regina Oroni, Felie Onishi,

Tim Polanek, Tim Reidy, Carolyn Regini, Laura Salata,

Judy Schroeder, Victor Schuett, Marianne Schulze,

Mary Skipper, Richard Sloan, Linda Slatter, Lawrence Smith,

Phil Stasenka, Caliope Sudzina, Kristen Thomas,

Scott Tober, Regina Trasga, Brad Toman, Carl Vanisi,

Lawrence Vanderleest, Jessica VanHorn, Daniel Wilczak,

Beverly Wasilk, Cora Paige Wasilk, John Gordon Wasilk,

John Patrick Wasilk, Bart Wisz, and Jim Wolfe

February 16 $14,184.00

Our 3% tithe this week will go to the Evangelization Ministry– to provide financial support in evangelizing those within the parish as well as our community.

Amount Owed (Parish Debt) Mortgage: $449,207.00 (Full mortgage payment was due 10/30/2018). Original mortgage amount $1,837,559. (2003)

GOAL $95,427.00

PLEDGED: $85,100.00 PAID: $75,675.00 FAMILIES PARTICIPATING: 222

Additional pledge envelopes may be found in the pews, or outside the parish office. You can also donate electronically via rockforddiocese.org.

Thank you for your generosity!

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God will never forget our sacrifices offered out of love for others.

PLEASE JOIN US WEEKLY ON TUESDAYS FROM 1- 2PM IN CHURCH FOR A HOLY HOUR OF REPARATION.

Please pray for all of the clergy and the Church!

Are you, or someone you know in immediate need of temporary financial assistance? Our St. Vincent dePaul Society is here to help.

Call the SVdP Helpline (815)701-2737

• ADD A FAMILY MEMBER • SET UP A WEDDING OR BAPTISM • REGISTER AS A NEW PARISHIONER • CHANGE YOUR PHONE NUMBER, ADDRESS OR EMAIL ADDRESS • HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT ONLINE GIVING ANSWERED • STOP YOUR WEEKLY ENVELOPES IF YOU HAVE AUTOMATIC PAYMENTS THRU ONLINE GIVING

(815) 459-3033

you attend the

to join us next weekend

Feb. 29-March 2! Take a break from the hustle and bustle of life! Join fellow parishioners-- spend time with our Lord-- and be prepared to begin Lent like never before!

Sign up at the LOTW table in the Narthex after all Masses or contact

Dana Hall at 630-660-5600 or email her at dmhall123@hotmail.com

The fish has been ordered, extra banquet tables and chairs will be delivered, the fryers are in order...now we need to make sure we get all the help we need to

execute lined up!

Will you be part of the crew??

The parish Fish Fry will be held on the 4 Fridays of Lent. The dates are:

We will need many volunteers again to make this annual event a success. Please consider helping out as part of your almsgiving this Lent.

Volunteer forms are available outside the parish office and on the parish website. For more information, please call Laura in Youth Ministry (815)459-3033

and are obligatory days of for Catholics.

In addition, during Lent are obligatory days of

For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age

59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together

are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of

the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.

If possible, the fast on Good Friday is continued until the Easter Vigil (on Holy Saturday night) as the

"paschal fast" to honor the suffering and death of the Lord Jesus, and to prepare ourselves to share

more fully and to celebrate more readily His Resurrection.

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The Parish Family of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will be celebrating the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, the husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary, foster father of Jesus and guardian of the Redeemer. He is the Patron Saint and Protector of the Universal Church, family, workers, carpenters and a Happy Death. A Saint Joseph’s Table will be prepared on Saturday, March 14th after the 4:00 pm Mass to honor him.

The Origin of the Saint Joseph’s Table Legend has it that in the Middle Ages there was a terrible drought and famine in Sicily. The people prayed to the Lord and to Saint Joseph, Patron Saint of Sicily. When the rain miraculously came and famine subsided, they attributed it to the intercession of Saint Joseph. The faithful promised to honor St Joseph each year with a feast, sharing their precious food with everyone- especially the poor and needy.

The Saint Joseph’s Table is rich in tradition and symbolism:

•A three-tiered altar representing the Holy Trinity is set up. A statue of Saint Joseph is at center of the table surrounded by flowers and candles.

• Since the feast day falls during Lent, surrounding tables are filled with meatless dishes such as pastas, fish, egg dishes, fruits, vegetables and pastries.

• Fava Beans survived the drought and thus, saved the Sicilians from starvation. The beans are said to bring good luck.

• Breads are baked in in the shapes of religious symbols such as crosses, crown of thorns, etc.)

• The altar and the food are blessed.

A Nine-Day Novena to Saint Joseph beginning on March 11th, will be prayed after the Divine Mercy Chaplet in the Chapel.

All are welcome! Sign up sheets will be in the Narthex beginning February 23rd for a potluck dinner where everyone brings their favorite Italian dish to share!

For more information please contact Norma Purn at (847) 458-6762 or Gina Belt at (815) 459-0142

Each of the Friday evenings will be sponsored by one or more of our ministries. Everyone is encouraged to come and participate!

February 28th Marriage Ministry March 6th Light of the World and RCIA March 13th multiple ministries March 20th Bereavement Ministry– Grief Support March 27th Impactful Women’s Group April 3rd Knights of Columbus

The is a popular devotion

consisting of appropriate meditations before each of 14

Stations representing successive stages in the Passion of

Our Lord. The Way of the Cross is the most heavily

indulgenced devotion in the Catholic Church; it is a devotion

reputed to have been originated by Our Lady herself, who,

legend has it, set up the original Way of the Cross in Her

backyard in Ephesus. Moreover, the great saints all affirm

that meditation on the Passion and Death of Our Dear

Savior is one of the most fruitful devotions in which one can

engage.

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Continuing on towards Easter we would like our parish family to get to know those who are currently in RCIA or our Adult Confirmation Classes. Who are the newest Catholics of our parish family and what can we learn about them? This week we feature newest Catholics of our parish family and what can we learn about them? This week we feature Vanessa Garza, one of our Adult Confirmation Candidates.

Tell us something about yourself. I am 29 years old. I am a legal assistant at a real estate law firm in Lake in the Hills. I am dog mom to my 5 year old English Bulldog named Smokey.

What motivated you to want to complete your Sacraments? This past year I have become more involved with my faith with attending Mass regularly.

What are you most looking forward to about your Sacraments? Becoming closer to God and completing my sacraments.

Thanks Vanessa...we are praying for you and can't wait until the Easter Vigil when we will see you Confirmed!

Love, Your St. EAS Family The Everyday Catholic's Guide to the Liturgy of the Hours by Daria Sockey

You don't live in a cloister or a monastery, but you take your prayer life seriously and want to explore ways to pray regularly and better. The Liturgy of the Hours, aka Divine Office, is one

of those ways--and according to the Catholic Church, one of the very best. For those of us who find it a little intimidating, Daria Sockey provides a solid overview to this ancient prayer practice. Don't let concerns about "what page am I supposed to be on?" scare you away. Sockey will be your guide to answer common questions and overcome common fears. Your prayer life will never be the same!

Register for your FREE subscription to all

FORMED has to offer on our parish website!

Respect Life Baby Bottle Campaign

Pick up a baby bottle in the Narthex beginning Ash Wednesday. Fill the bottle with bills, change, or checks for Informed Choices Pregnancy Center in Crystal Lake— to help mothers in need who chose life for their babies. Please return your filled bottles by April 5th. (Palm Sunday) Thank You!

As we begin our Lenten journey, please consider giving part of your almsgiving to those less fortunate in our community. Our Easter Giving Tree is filled with Gift Card tags that will help local families through our St. Vincent dePaul Society. The Giving Tree will be in the Narthex beginning Wednesday Feb. 26th (Ash Wednesday) and

donations are due back by Sunday, March 22nd. All gift cards should be returned, with the amount notated on the card, to the lock box that will also be by the Giving Tree in the Narthex.

Thank you for your generosity. May your Lenten journey be fruitful and blessed.

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Sign up to host the Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima in your home. Invite family and friends to join in prayer to Mary for your own petitions, our church’s petitions and the petitions of the world. If interested in hosting our Lady for 13 days, please contact Rosemarie Krieb @ 224 636-2963.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 2019 contribution letters are available by request. Please call the parish office (815)459-3033, or stop by during office hours, to request your contribution letter. Parish contribution letters can be either emailed, mailed, or picked up when they are ready. All Diocesan appeal donations (National, International, Mission, and the Stewardship Appeal) given in 2019 will come in a separate mailing directly from the Diocese. If you do not receive a letter from the Diocese, please contact the Rockford Diocese Office of Charitable Giving at (815) 399-4300. Thank you for your kind cooperation.

Many of our friends and family have been affected by abortion. If you know someone experiencing post-abortive suffering, please come to hear 3personal testimonies of post-abortive hope and healing

Thursday, March 5 @ 7pm McHenry County College

Luecht Conference Center

Door B A representative of post-abortive counseling will provide information on the next step towards hope and healing.

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Please patronize them and let them know

NO Toys NO Appliances NO Furniture NO Plastic NO Glass

As we all work on reducing our carbon footprint, we have partnered with USAGAIN, a textile/clothing and shoe recycling company that collects soft goods to be recycled, thus diverting them from landfills; protecting the environment; and helping communities go green.

WHAT GOES IN THE BIN? (THINK SOFT AND MALLEABLE) • ALL CLOTHING • ALL FOOTWEAR • ACCESSORIES ( bags, purses, etc.) • HOUSEHOLD LINENS (sheets, blankets, draperies, towels, etc.)

Each time the bin is filled, USAgain plants a tree. Over 1 million trees have been planted since 2013. The bin is located in the back parking lot near the trailer. Please do not leave any clothing outside of the bin. Thank you!!

Drop in the RCIA class on any given Sunday at 10:45AM in the St. Joseph room. Each week, a different topic will be covered explaining a piece of the Catholic faith. Everyone is welcome to sit in on any of the classes.

On Sunday, March 8, the topic will be The First and Second Commandments

Are you of a woman age 17-35? Do you have the courage to ask God direct questions? Are you open to hear His voice perhaps calling you to

something extraordinary? The “Come & See” is a type of retreat where you have a chance to learn more about a particular community. The program includes praying with Sisters, some talks about our Community, our life and apostolate; there is time for the individual prayer or meeting with sisters as well. The program will include talks about the foundation of any vocation, characteristics of religious vocation, Dominican charism, and some useful rules of discernment. Do not miss this opportunity to understand better your life’s vocation! Join us to discover God’s will for your life!

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The Knights of Columbus have a long tradition of supporting the military. This year, the Knights sent more than 200 military personnel, their designated caregivers and volunteers to the Marian shrine in Lourdes, France, for a time of rest, prayer and healing as part of the annual Warriors to Lourdes pilgrimage.

"So be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect."

Encourage the Holy Spirit to perfect your marriage by taking part in an upcoming World Wide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Upcoming dates are:

MARCH 13-15 IN MADISON, WI APRIL 17-19 IN BROOKFIELD, WI JUNE 26-28 IN ROCKFORD, IL

Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653

Are you looking for a place to volunteer? 1st Way Life Center is in need of volunteers. Our volunteers come in just 3 to 4 hours every week. Training is provided so you can feel comfortable in serving the young women who come to us. Please call 815-385-2999 and ask for Helen or Judy to schedule an appointment.

The Holy Housekeepers is a new ministry that we are eager to start here at St. EAS! This is a ministry that wants to ensure God’s house is always clean, neat, and well-kept. Once a month the ministry will give the entire parish (Church, Narthex, Chapel, Seton Hall, meeting rooms, offices) a good cleaning. We will clean pews, dust and wipe down areas that don’t get cleaned weekly, vacuum, and take care of whatever else needs attention. This a needed ministry so the parish will always look it’s best! We will begin immediately following Saturday morning Mass (around 9:20AM) on the first Saturday of each month. Joining this ministry will not be a big commitment. Participate the months that work for you! Ages 18 and up

are welcome.

Please call the parish office to sign up for the March cleaning so we know how many helpers to expect. Call Marcie (815)459-3033 X230 with any questions.

MARIAN CENTRAL THEATER PRESENTS

Annie

Friday, March 13th 7:00pm

Saturday, March 14th 5:00pm (dress up, bring your camera for a photo op with your

favorite character for the Saturday performance).

Sunday, March 15th 2:00 pm

Tickets go on sale Monday, February 24th at 9am

Please call Marian Central at 815-338-4220 x109 to reserve your seats.

Adult $10 Student/Senior $5

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Parish Information

Telephone: Parish Office (815) 459-3033 FAX (815) 459-3040 Religious Education (815) 459-3096 Office Hours: MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY: 9:15AM to 4:00PM FRIDAYS 9:15AM- 12:00 NOON SUNDAYS 9:00-11:00AM Mailing Address: 1023 McHenry Avenue Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Parish Web Site: www.elizabethannseton.org St. Vincent dePaul Helpline: (815) 701-2737

Parish Staff Gayle Dirksen, Director of Music Susan Dunham, Receptionist Marcie Girolamo, Administrative Assistant to the Clergy; Director of Evangelization Donna Graham, Bulletin Editor Deborah Japsen, Receptionist Laura Knipp, Director of Youth Ministry Paul Komis, Custodian Mike Scronce, Coordinator of Building Maintenance Patti Scronce, R.E. Administrative Assistant Vicky Serio, Director of Religious Education Sue Schulz, Parish Business Manager New Parishioners All adult (high school graduates and older) and new parishioners are requested to register through the parish office. Please call the parish office at (815) 459-3033 to register. Though all are welcome, regular attendance at Sunday Mass does not automatically make one a registered member of the parish. We look forward to having you as a member of our parish family!

Moving? If you are moving, please notify the parish office at (815)459-3033 with any changes of address or phone number(s). This will help ensure that our parish records are accurate.

Website Please refer to the parish website elizabethannseton.org. for additional information and on-line bulletins. If you would like a parish event or ministry information posted on the site, please send a detailed email to: website@elizabethannseton.org.

Weekly Bulletin Articles All articles for the weekly bulletin must be submitted via email by 12:00PM on the Wednesday a week before the desired publication weekend (10 days prior to publication date). Articles should be e-mailed directly to: parishbulletin@elizabethannseton.org.

Requirements for Baptism In order to have your child baptized at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the following is required:

• To be a registered member of our parish. • Attend a Baptismal Preparation class (call the Parish Office to register for this class

in advance as space is limited). For your convenience, you may attend the class before your child is born.

• Schedule the Baptism- the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month following the 11:15AM Mass (12:30PM Baptismal Service).

Sacrament of Marriage One or both of the engaged couple should be a registered member of the parish. Wedding arrangements need to be made at least six months in advance. Please call the Parish Office to begin the process.

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick Please call the parish office if a loved one is seriously ill or in the hospital.

Becoming a Catholic If you are interested in becoming a Catholic or learning more about the Catholic faith, please call the parish office. The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) program begins in the fall and concludes with Easter.

St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School St. Thomas the Apostle School is a Catholic Pre-K through 8th grade elementary school serving the parish communities of St. Thomas the Apostle and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Every student in our Catholic school receives a strong foundation in all core subjects— Religion, Reading, English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, along with regular classes in Spanish, Computer Technology, Music, Art and Physical Education. For more information, please contact Gina Houston, principal, at (815) 459-0496. www.stthomascl.org

Marian Central Catholic High School Marian Central Catholic High School is a college preparatory Catholic high school. The school shares with parents and the parishes of the McHenry Deanery in the teaching mission of the Church. It is supported by the 17 Catholic parishes in McHenry County. For more information, please call the school (815) 338-4220.

Religious Education Religious Education (K-7) classes are held Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the school year at the church. There are three sessions: Tuesday (4:30- 6:00PM and 6:30- 8:00PM) and Wednesday (4:30- 6:00PM). A two year preparation is required before students can receive their Sacraments. For more information, please call the Religious Education office.(X223)

Youth Ministry Youth Ministry is for grades 9-12. The Sacrament of Confirmation is received after two years preparation (8th-9th grade). Youth Ministry is a year-round program with extra activities which include spiritual and social events. For more information, please call the Youth Ministry Office.(X231)

Ministry of Care If you or a family member is ill, homebound, or unable to get to Church for Sunday Mass and would like to have Holy Communion or a visit, please call the parish office. Your needs are very important to us.

Prayer Chain If you have a loved one in need of prayers, please call the parish office or e-mail the office at parish.office@elizabethannseton.org with your prayer request for special needs.