Parish Announcements

THAT MAN IS YOU!

That Man Is You! is an interactive men's program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, That Man Is You! seeks to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. We will meet in the St. Philomena Parish Hall on Wednesdays for a light breakfast, a DVD presentation and small group discussions. The weekly meetings begin at 6:00am and conclude at 7:30am sharp. This will allow those who work to be able to leave promptly and head to work. Register Here
 

ST. PEREGRINE MEMORIAL BRICKS

 
Memorial Bricks are still being sold for the St. Peregrine Shrine. The cost of a brick is $125. Order by October 1 for engraving this fall. Click here for ordering and/or more information.
 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 2024 RAFFLE

 
The Knights of Columbus are holding their 2024 Raffle for KC Scholarships and Other Charity Activities.
Three Raffle Prizes will be awarded: Grand Prize 1/4 Beef (Front Quarter), Second Prize 1/2 Hog + Illini Brats, and Third Prize 1/2 Hog. Prizes prepared by University of Illinois Meat Sales and delivered vacuum packed and frozen. Winner may also choose to receive a cash prize equivalent to value of prize.
Raffle Chance Ticket Prices: 5 for $5, 15 for $10, 35 for $20, 200 for $100. Winners drawn and notified on April 14.
Raffle chance tickets available HERE.
 

GROWING DISCIPLES

 
Pastoral Plan for the Diocese of Peoria
We have several updates regarding our Growing Disciples initiative:
 
— The Growing Disciples Core Team has met with the Pastoral Commission (comprised of parishioners from each vicariate) and the Presbyteral Council (comprised of priests from each vicariate) to review the Round Three models it created based on the feedback from the Round Two models. All the feedback from both meetings has been submitted to the Bishop to consider
as part of his discernment.
 
— The Round Three models recommended to the Bishop by the Core Team will be made public. The Bishop wanted you to see the information he is discerning for several reasons: 
- He is committed to transparency in the Growing Disciples process.
- There are changes from the Round Two models based on the feedback the Core Team received.
- It will help all of us begin to work within our parish community and nearby parishes to prepare hearts and minds for change. Regardless of what may happen to our parish, everyone will experience a change, whether it is a new structure for our parish or the parish we grew up in, a new priest, or a renewed commitment and focus to evangelization and growing disciples.
 
The Round Three models will be posted on growingdisciplescdop.org on Sunday, March 10 at 6 pm.
 
The time for the Bishop’s discernment has begun. He will take everything he has heard and seen, revisit notes and letters, and bring it all to prayer. Please pray that the Holy Spirit continues to guide him and the Growing Disciples process.
 
Please email growingdisciples@cdop.org with any questions or concerns you may have.
 

2023 ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL

 
Ready to Bring the Love of Jesus
Thank you to all who have already pledged to the ADA. No gift is too small, and our parishes are trying to reach 100% participation. If you received your pledge card in the mail, please complete it and mail it back. If not, there are pledge cards at the entrances of both parishes. The goal for St. Philomena is $49,884 and for St. Michael is $9,877 and we can reach it only with your help.
 
St. Philomena - Pledged $38,275 (77% of Goal)
Parishioners Pledged 86 (25% of Parish)
 
St. Michael - Pledged $6,225 (63% of Goal)
Parishioners Pledged 10 (21% of Parish)
 

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

 
Eucharistic Adoration will be held on Thursday, April 11, from 8:00am to 6:00pm. The 5:00pm-6:00pm hour will be the Family Holy Hour with a Potluck following in the Parish Hall. Please click HERE to reserve a time or call/email the parish office.
 

LIVING A MAGNIFIED LIFE - A WOMEN'S RETREAT

 
Join “Magnify” author, Kaylene Brown, in the St. Philomena Parish Hall on Saturday, April 20, as we explore the personal stories and insights that will lead us as women to more perfectly Magnify the Lord. Enjoy a day of uplighting messages from Kaylene and other local faithful followers, along with prayer and fellowship. The day will focus on stories of magnifying the Lord through the example of the Saints, daily disciplines, pursing virtue and fortification of the sacraments. Starts at 9:00am and ends with 4:30pm Mass. Cost is $30 per person and includes Lunch. Sign up HERE or call Katherine Smith at 217-433-1122 for more information. Come be inspired to live a Magnified for the Lord.
 

UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS

 
Holy Thursday, March 28
No St. Philomena Mass 7:30am
Holy Thursday Mass 7:30pm, St Michael Church
Adoration 8:30pm until 10:00pm, St. Michael Church
 
Good Friday, March 29
Holy Land Collection
Good Friday Service 3:00pm, St. Michael Church
Good Friday Service 7:00pm, St. Philomena Church
 
Holy Saturday, March 30
No 4:30pm St. Philomena Mass
Easter Vigil Mass 7:00pm, Our Lady of the Lake, Mahomet
 
Wednesday, April 3
That Man is You! 6:00am, St. Philomena Parish Hall
Families of Faith 6:15pm, St. Philomena Lounge
 
Thursday, April 4
Knights of Columbus Meeting 7:00pm, St. Philomena Parish Hall
 
Saturday & Sunday, April 6 & 7
Pantry Sunday Food Collection Weekend
 
Wednesday, April 10
That Man is You! 6:00am, St. Philomena Parish Hall
Last Session for the Summer
 
Saturday, April 13
Facility Group Meeting 9:00am, St. Philomena Church
 
Sunday, April 14
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast 8:30am serving until 11:30am, St. Philomena Parish Hall
Pancakes, Sausage, and Eggs will be served
 
Thursday, April 18
Young at Heart Luncheon 12noon, St. Philomena Parish Hall
All parishioners 55+ invited to attend! Please bring a covered dish to share
 


PARISH OFFICE

1301 N. Market St.
Monticello, IL 61856
Phone:(217) 762-2566

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