ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL
February 11-12 is the pledge weekend for the Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA). Hopefully, you remember that the ACA is a yearly collection run to support the operations of the Archdiocese of Chicago. This year-long fundraiser supports the departments and services of the Archdiocese of Chicago. From the Metropolitan Tribunal (where our very own Fr. Mark is a judge) to the Office from Divine Worship; from the Kolbe House Jail Ministry to the Young Adult Ministry Office - all of these (and more) are supported by this vital collection.
While we will have an in-pew opportunity to pledge, a much easier way is to make your pledge electronically. Click here to go to the Archdiocese website where you can make your pledge.
As you know, each year, the Archdiocese sets a specific target for our parish. Last year we collected $10,000 over our target, and those funds returned to our parish. Our goal for this current year is $44,374. Anything above that amount comes back to the parish and supports our ministries. Thank you for your generosity with this important collection.
ADULT CONFIRMATION 2023
The Adult Confirmation process is for:
- Adults 18 and over,
- who have already been baptized in the Catholic Church,
- who have already received the sacrament of Reconciliation,
- who have already received the sacrament of Communion,
- but who were never confirmed in the Catholic Church.
Preparation sessions through the Archdiocese are now open for registration. The preparation program will be offered in English and Spanish over Zoom. There is a fee of $60 per participant. The celebration of the sacrament will occur on May 22, 2023, at St Hyacinth's Basilica. Learn more and register here.
Registration ends on March 3, 2023, 5 pm.
For questions, please email adultconfirmation@archchicago.org or call 312-534-3344.
For those who do not meet all of the above requirements -- Our Lady of Ransom might be able to accompany you/your family on your road to Christian Initiation and/or sacraments. Please get in touch with Colleen at colleen@olransom.org to get started or ask more questions.
Season 3 of "The Chosen" Viewing & Discussion Nights
Thursdays, January 5-February 9 from 6:30-8:15pm
OLR Trivia Night
Saturday, February 4th. Doors open at 6:30pm
COLLECTION FOR THE WEEKEND OF JAN 21/22
Sunday Collection Envelopes $2,816.50
Sunday Collection Loose Ck/Cash $1,672.11
Push Pay Electronic Giving $2,522.56
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Total Sunday Collection $7,011.17
FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO - SUPPORTING OLR
As we walk on the road with Jesus, you can reflect His light and support our sisters and brothers who make this life journey with us by considering a gift to the Church that pays you back – a charitable gift annuity. When you establish a charitable gift annuity with the archdiocese, not only will you receive fixed payments for life, but you can designate our parish as the remainder beneficiary.
How It Works:
- Make a gift of $10,000 or more to the Archdiocese of Chicago. Fund your gift annuity with cash or securities.
- Receive fixed payments for life – for yourself or a loved one age 60 or older. Payment rates are based on the annuitant's age when establishing the gift annuity.
- Enjoy immediate and future tax benefits, including a federal income tax deduction for a portion of your gift, if you itemize. You can schedule payments according to your financial needs, and a portion of each annuity payment will be tax-free (through life expectancy).
- The funds remaining after your lifetime will support our parish or school – as designated by you.
For more information, please get in touch with Deacon Franco Foti at deaconfranco@olransom.org or visit giving.archchicago.org/cga.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HELPING COUPLES WHO ARE GETTING MARRIED?
The Our Lady of Ransom wedding ministry is an excellent opportunity to assist couples on their big day. You will work closely with the priest and the couple during the rehearsal and wedding ceremony, ensuring that all the "behind-the-scenes" details are attended to. We don’t have a high volume of weddings, so you would only need to serve a couple of times per year. Interested in helping or learning more? Please get in touch with Fr. John at frjohn@olransom.org or by calling (847) 823-2550.
DO YOU LIKE COOKING?
March-May 2023 Signups to cook a meal for our clergy Saturday Night Dinners are open! Please consider cooking a meal for THREE and dropping it off at the Ministry Center during the week before 4 pm Saturday. Contact Colleen with any questions at colleen@olransom.org or 847-823-2550. Heart-healthy meals are appreciated to keep our clergy in good shape! Thank you in advance for your generosity! Simply click here to sign-up.