MAY 16, 2021 - HE IS RISEN!
So then the Lord Jesus, after he spoke to them, was taken up into heaven and took his seat at the right hand of God. But they went forth and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the word through accompanying signs. -MK 16:19-20
EXCITING NEWS:
75% Capacity Approved!
WEEKEND MASS TICKETS
Made available every week on Thursday evening at 6:00pm.
Click the link below to view our in-person & live-stream Mass days and times
Dear St. Thomas More Parish,
We at Catholic Cemeteries are sorry to inform you that we will be cancelling this year’s Memorial Day Mass at the cemetery. We understand the history and the importance of this Mass; however, due to the pandemic, and after much discussion, we believe that the safety of everyone is the first and foremost importance. We will be keeping you all in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Catholic Cemeteries
Mt. Olivet Cemetery -- Aurora
Resurrection Cemetery -- Geneva
Mt. Hope Cemetery -- Elgin
The Elgin Knights of Columbus are hosting their Annual Rosary for Life on Sunday, May 16th at 2PM at their Statue for Unborn in Mt Hope Cemetery, all parishioners are invited. Deacon Loc will be leading the Rosary.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Attention all current 5th-12th graders!
Bonfire with Brenda
Coming Soon to a parking lot near you!
TEACHING WITH FR. BROWNING ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
Fr. Browning's teachings will be switched to a ZOOM format again for the next several weeks as he continues to guide us through the Science Of Sainthood.
- Click the Zoom button below this Wednesday at 7pm to join the teaching.
- Click the Facebook Group button to be part of our Science Of Sainthood Facebook discussion group.
May 19th Teachings:
Science of Sainthood - CLASS 5
Walk through this Authentic Catholic Spiritual Formation program with
Father Browning!
Father Browning!
BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG
The Corbella Clinic asks for your support and prayers as they help women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy to move beyond that feeling of crisis and choose life for their unborn child.
The Knights of Columbus are passing out baby bottles this weekend. By taking a bottle and returning it the following weekend with your donation of coins/ bills or a check you will be making a difference in the life of a child and a mother in need.
SVDP THANK YOU!
Our Mother’s Day Flower Sale was a great success because of all of you!
The proceeds from this sale will enable us to assist many struggling families in our Elgin community during these difficult times.
The winner of the beautiful quilt was Shirley Putz.
Thank you so much for your continued support and generosity with this event and throughout the year!
THIS WEEK AT FAMILY FAITH...
The Month of May is all about Mary!
Honor her in a special way -
THIS WEEK AT STM SCHOOL...
- May 17 - last day for Read-a-thon
- May 17 - cross country meet at St. Charles Borromeo
- May 19 - virtual All School Mass at 8:30 AM led by 4th grade
- May 20 - 8th grade picnic
Congratulations to them and we wish them the best of luck!
St. Thomas More School is proud to announce that three of our 8th grade students are advancing on to the Illinois State History Fair competition! Mali Patino, Julia Oabel, and Rose Lockard are progressing on to the state fair after all their hard work.
Rite of Ordination for Deacons To Be Live-streamed May 15, 2021
Bishop David Malloy will ordain Mr. Stewart Dobson to the permanent diaconate on Saturday, May 15 at 11 a.m. in the Cathedral of St. Peter, Rockford. In the same celebration, Mr. Nathan Pacer will be ordained a transitional deacon in preparation for ordination to the holy diocesan priesthood in 2022. The Rite of Ordination for deacons will be LIVESTREAMED on Facebook and on the Diocese of Rockford YouTube Channel. Include these two men and their families in your prayers of thanks for saying yes to God's call for them.
