Events
November 2021
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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1 All Saints Day
November 1 (Monday) - Feast of All Saints (NOT a holy day of obligation)
Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Taize Prayer
Everyone is welcome to join us in this Taizé Prayer which is a distinctive style of meditative prayer developed by an ecumenical community of monks in rural France. This quiet, moving reflective prayer combines elements of the Church's traditional Liturgy of the Hours with elements of contemplative meditation. | 2 Feast of All Souls
November 2 (Tuesday) Feast of All Souls 7:30am Regular Daily Mass Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Parish Council Meeting (Parish Center)
Meeting in the Parish Center Pastoral Council Meeting
Parish Council meets once per month and the minutes can be found on our website. | 3 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Mass of Anointing
A Mass of Anointing will take place at 11:00 am.
Please join us! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. Everyone in need is welcome! Adult Choir Practice
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR. We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church, and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week, as well as midnight Mass for Christmas. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Adult Christmas Choir Practice
| 4 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside the Parish offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. If you would like to leave a donation of non-perishable food items You can drop them off in the plastic bin just outside our offices. Children's Choir
Children who love to sing, are encouraged to join our parish Children’s Choir! We rehearse on Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:00pm, in the choir loft. Our children will resume singing once a month at the 9:00 Mass, as well as the 5:00pm on Christmas Eve. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Children's Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Handbell Practice
Interested in ringing Handbells? We have room in our Handbell Choir for a few more ringers. Anyone, including children and adults, who read music is encouraged to join our Handbell Choir. We rehearse on Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm, beginning Nov. 4. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Rosary
| 5 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Adoration
Adoration takes place on the First Friday of every month in the Church from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. | 6 Fishers of Men (FOM)
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM). They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items. Enter through the events entrance. MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community. VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily. PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives. CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar. No reservations required. Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm. 4:30 pm Mass
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday. Everyone is welcome! | |
7 7:30 AM Sunday Mass
This early Mass has no music. 9:00 AM Sunday Mass
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children ages 3 through 1st grade. Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's. A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org. Little People's Church
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass. This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders. After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children. A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft. The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass. Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant to join us. Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass. Harvest Sunday
Harvest Sunday - Youth Pass out Flyers. For more information click here Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315. | 8 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 9 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Baptism Seminar (Parish Library)
Registration is required for the Baptism Seminar by calling Mary Beth at (815) 933-8286 ext. 310 The seminar takes place in the parish library. Enter through the "events" door. | 10 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. Everyone in need is welcome! Adult Choir Practice
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR. We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church, and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week, as well as midnight Mass for Christmas. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Adult Christmas Choir Practice
| 11 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside the Parish offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. If you would like to leave a donation of non-perishable food items You can drop them off in the plastic bin just outside our offices. Children's Choir
Children who love to sing, are encouraged to join our parish Children’s Choir! We rehearse on Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:00pm, in the choir loft. Our children will resume singing once a month at the 9:00 Mass, as well as the 5:00pm on Christmas Eve. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Children's Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Handbell Practice
Interested in ringing Handbells? We have room in our Handbell Choir for a few more ringers. Anyone, including children and adults, who read music is encouraged to join our Handbell Choir. We rehearse on Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm, beginning Nov. 4. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Rosary
| 12 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 13 Fishers of Men (FOM)
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM). They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items. Enter through the events entrance. MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community. VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily. PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives. CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar. No reservations required. Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm. 4:30 pm Mass
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday. Everyone is welcome! |
14 7:30 AM Sunday Mass
This early Mass has no music. 9:00 AM Sunday Mass
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children ages 3 through 1st grade. Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's. A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org. Little People's Church
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass. This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders. After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children. A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft. The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass. Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant to join us. Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass. Youth Led Liturgy (Youth Mass)
This is our Youth Led Liturgy led by our Youth Ministry. Please join us for this special Mass Harvest Sunday
Harvest Sunday Food Collection. For more information click here Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315. | 15 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 16 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 17 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. Everyone in need is welcome! Religious Ed
Religious Education classes are held in the school building. For more information contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8286 ext. 326 or mpallissard@mbvm.org. Adult Choir Practice
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR. We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church, and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week, as well as midnight Mass for Christmas. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Adult Christmas Choir Practice
| 18 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside the Parish offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. If you would like to leave a donation of non-perishable food items You can drop them off in the plastic bin just outside our offices. Children's Choir
Children who love to sing, are encouraged to join our parish Children’s Choir! We rehearse on Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:00pm, in the choir loft. Our children will resume singing once a month at the 9:00 Mass, as well as the 5:00pm on Christmas Eve. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Children's Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Handbell Practice
Interested in ringing Handbells? We have room in our Handbell Choir for a few more ringers. Anyone, including children and adults, who read music is encouraged to join our Handbell Choir. We rehearse on Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm, beginning Nov. 4. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Rosary
Finance Council Meeting
Finance Council will meet in the Parish Center. Knights of Columbus Meeting (Parish Center)
Knights of Columbus typically meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center. If the Parish Center is busy they may meet in St. Viator Hall which is the room behind the Mary Altar in Church. | 19 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 20 Fishers of Men (FOM)
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM). They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items. Enter through the events entrance. MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community. VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily. PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives. CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar. No reservations required. Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm. 4:30 pm Mass
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday. Everyone is welcome! |
21 Youth Ministry - Hero City/Laser Tag
The Youth Minister is still planning this event. See our youth ministry calendar for more information 7:30 AM Sunday Mass
This early Mass has no music. 9:00 AM Sunday Mass
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children ages 3 through 1st grade. Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's. A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org. Family Mass
Little People's Church
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass. This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders. After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children. A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft. The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass. Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant to join us. Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass. Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315. | 22 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 23 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 24 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Food Pantry
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais. Everyone in need is welcome! Adult Choir Practice
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR. We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church, and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week, as well as midnight Mass for Christmas. For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org Adult Christmas Choir Practice
| 25 Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! Thanksgiving Day Mass
November 25 (Thursday) Thanksgiving Day (NOT a holy day of obligation) 9:00am Mass | 26 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 27 Fishers of Men (FOM)
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM). They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items. Enter through the events entrance. MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community. VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily. PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives. CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar. No reservations required. Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm. 4:30 pm Mass
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday. Everyone is welcome! |
28 First Day of Advent
1st Day of Advent. 7:30 AM Sunday Mass
This early Mass has no music. 9:00 AM Sunday Mass
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children ages 3 through 1st grade. Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's. A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org. Little People's Church
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass. This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders. After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children. A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft. The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass. Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant to join us. Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass. Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315. | 29 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! | 30 Rosary
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays. Morning Mass
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome! |
Monday Nov 1, 2021
All Saints Day
Monday Nov 1, 2021 All day
November 1 (Monday) - Feast of All Saints (NOT a holy day of obligation)
- 7:30am Regular Daily Mass
- 6:00pm All-Souls Remembrannce, Taize Prayer, remembering our beloved dead
Rosary
Monday Nov 1, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Monday Nov 1, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Taize Prayer
Monday Nov 1, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Everyone is welcome to join us in this Taizé Prayer which is a distinctive style of meditative prayer developed by an ecumenical community of monks in rural France. This quiet, moving reflective prayer combines elements of the Church's traditional Liturgy of the Hours with elements of contemplative meditation.
Tuesday Nov 2, 2021
Feast of All Souls
Tuesday Nov 2, 2021 All day
November 2 (Tuesday) Feast of All Souls 7:30am Regular Daily Mass
Rosary
Tuesday Nov 2, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Tuesday Nov 2, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Parish Council Meeting (Parish Center)
Tuesday Nov 2, 2021 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Meeting in the Parish Center
Pastoral Council Meeting
Tuesday Nov 2, 2021 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Parish Council meets once per month and the minutes can be found on our website.
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021
Rosary
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Mass of Anointing
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
A Mass of Anointing will take place at 11:00 am.
Please join us!
Food Pantry
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
Everyone in need is welcome!
Adult Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR.
We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church,
and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week,
as well as midnight Mass for Christmas.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Adult Christmas Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 3, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Thursday Nov 4, 2021
Rosary
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Food Pantry
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside the Parish offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
If you would like to leave a donation of non-perishable food items
You can drop them off in the plastic bin just outside our offices.
Children's Choir
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Children who love to sing,
are encouraged to join our parish Children’s Choir!
We rehearse on Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:00pm, in the choir loft.
Our children will resume singing once a month at the 9:00 Mass,
as well as the 5:00pm on Christmas Eve.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Children's Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Handbell Practice
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Interested in ringing Handbells?
We have room in our Handbell Choir for a few more ringers.
Anyone, including children and adults,
who read music is encouraged to join our Handbell Choir.
We rehearse on Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm, beginning Nov. 4.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Rosary
Thursday Nov 4, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Rosary is prayed in the Church or in the Grotto weather permitting.
Friday Nov 5, 2021
Rosary
Friday Nov 5, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Friday Nov 5, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Adoration
Friday Nov 5, 2021 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Adoration takes place on the First Friday of every month
in the Church from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
Saturday Nov 6, 2021
Fishers of Men (FOM)
Saturday Nov 6, 2021 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM).
They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center
and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items.
Enter through the events entrance.
MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community.
VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities
throughout the Joliet Diocese. Living as leaders to promote." His kingdom come, His will be done –
right here, right now – as in Heaven."
PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily.
PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community
EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives.
CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Saturday Nov 6, 2021 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar.
No reservations required.
Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm.
4:30 pm Mass
Saturday Nov 6, 2021 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday.
Everyone is welcome!
Sunday Nov 7, 2021
7:30 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 7, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM
This early Mass has no music.
9:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 7, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children
ages 3 through 1st grade.
Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers
right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's.
A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents
during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children
otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org.
Little People's Church
Sunday Nov 7, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass.
This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders.
After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children.
A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the
Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft.
The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass.
Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant
to join us.
Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 7, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass.
Harvest Sunday
Sunday Nov 7, 2021 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Harvest Sunday - Youth Pass out Flyers. For more information click here
Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Sunday Nov 7, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315.
Monday Nov 8, 2021
Rosary
Monday Nov 8, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Monday Nov 8, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Tuesday Nov 9, 2021
Rosary
Tuesday Nov 9, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Tuesday Nov 9, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Baptism Seminar (Parish Library)
Tuesday Nov 9, 2021 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Registration is required for the Baptism Seminar
by calling Mary Beth at (815) 933-8286 ext. 310
The seminar takes place in the parish library.
Enter through the "events" door.
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021
Rosary
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Food Pantry
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
Everyone in need is welcome!
Adult Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR.
We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church,
and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week,
as well as midnight Mass for Christmas.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Adult Christmas Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
Rosary
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Food Pantry
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside the Parish offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
If you would like to leave a donation of non-perishable food items
You can drop them off in the plastic bin just outside our offices.
Children's Choir
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Children who love to sing,
are encouraged to join our parish Children’s Choir!
We rehearse on Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:00pm, in the choir loft.
Our children will resume singing once a month at the 9:00 Mass,
as well as the 5:00pm on Christmas Eve.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Children's Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Handbell Practice
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Interested in ringing Handbells?
We have room in our Handbell Choir for a few more ringers.
Anyone, including children and adults,
who read music is encouraged to join our Handbell Choir.
We rehearse on Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm, beginning Nov. 4.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Rosary
Thursday Nov 11, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Rosary is prayed in the Church or in the Grotto weather permitting.
Friday Nov 12, 2021
Rosary
Friday Nov 12, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Friday Nov 12, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Saturday Nov 13, 2021
Fishers of Men (FOM)
Saturday Nov 13, 2021 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM).
They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center
and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items.
Enter through the events entrance.
MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community.
VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities
throughout the Joliet Diocese. Living as leaders to promote." His kingdom come, His will be done –
right here, right now – as in Heaven."
PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily.
PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community
EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives.
CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Saturday Nov 13, 2021 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar.
No reservations required.
Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm.
4:30 pm Mass
Saturday Nov 13, 2021 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday.
Everyone is welcome!
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
7:30 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM
This early Mass has no music.
9:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children
ages 3 through 1st grade.
Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers
right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's.
A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents
during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children
otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org.
Little People's Church
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass.
This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders.
After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children.
A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the
Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft.
The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass.
Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant
to join us.
Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass.
Youth Led Liturgy (Youth Mass)
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
This is our Youth Led Liturgy led by our Youth Ministry.
Please join us for this special Mass
Harvest Sunday
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Harvest Sunday Food Collection. For more information click here
Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Sunday Nov 14, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315.
Monday Nov 15, 2021
Rosary
Monday Nov 15, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Monday Nov 15, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
Rosary
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Rosary
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Food Pantry
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
Everyone in need is welcome!
Religious Ed
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Religious Education classes are held in the school building. For more information contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8286 ext. 326 or mpallissard@mbvm.org.
Adult Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR.
We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church,
and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week,
as well as midnight Mass for Christmas.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Adult Christmas Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Rosary
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Food Pantry
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside the Parish offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
If you would like to leave a donation of non-perishable food items
You can drop them off in the plastic bin just outside our offices.
Children's Choir
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Children who love to sing,
are encouraged to join our parish Children’s Choir!
We rehearse on Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:00pm, in the choir loft.
Our children will resume singing once a month at the 9:00 Mass,
as well as the 5:00pm on Christmas Eve.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Children's Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Handbell Practice
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Interested in ringing Handbells?
We have room in our Handbell Choir for a few more ringers.
Anyone, including children and adults,
who read music is encouraged to join our Handbell Choir.
We rehearse on Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm, beginning Nov. 4.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Rosary
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Rosary is prayed in the Church or in the Grotto weather permitting.
Finance Council Meeting
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Finance Council will meet in the Parish Center.
Knights of Columbus Meeting (Parish Center)
Thursday Nov 18, 2021 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Knights of Columbus typically meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month
at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center. If the Parish Center is busy
they may meet in St. Viator Hall which is the room
behind the Mary Altar in Church.
Friday Nov 19, 2021
Rosary
Friday Nov 19, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Friday Nov 19, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Saturday Nov 20, 2021
Fishers of Men (FOM)
Saturday Nov 20, 2021 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM).
They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center
and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items.
Enter through the events entrance.
MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community.
VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities
throughout the Joliet Diocese. Living as leaders to promote." His kingdom come, His will be done –
right here, right now – as in Heaven."
PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily.
PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community
EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives.
CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Saturday Nov 20, 2021 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar.
No reservations required.
Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm.
4:30 pm Mass
Saturday Nov 20, 2021 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday.
Everyone is welcome!
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
Youth Ministry - Hero City/Laser Tag
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 All day
The Youth Minister is still planning this event. See our youth ministry calendar for more information
7:30 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM
This early Mass has no music.
9:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children
ages 3 through 1st grade.
Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers
right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's.
A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents
during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children
otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org.
Family Mass
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Little People's Church
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass.
This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders.
After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children.
A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the
Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft.
The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass.
Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant
to join us.
Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass.
Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Sunday Nov 21, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315.
Monday Nov 22, 2021
Rosary
Monday Nov 22, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Monday Nov 22, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Rosary
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Rosary
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Food Pantry
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Our Drive Through Food Pantry is located just outside our Parish Offices at
308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais.
Everyone in need is welcome!
Adult Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
If you enjoy singing, please consider joining our ADULT CHOIR.
We rehearse Wednesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm, in the church,
and sing at various Sunday Liturgies each week,
as well as midnight Mass for Christmas.
For more information contact Chris Lord at clord@mbvm.org
Adult Christmas Choir Practice
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Thursday Nov 25, 2021
Morning Mass
Thursday Nov 25, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Thanksgiving Day Mass
Thursday Nov 25, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
November 25 (Thursday) Thanksgiving Day (NOT a holy day of obligation) 9:00am Mass
Friday Nov 26, 2021
Rosary
Friday Nov 26, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Friday Nov 26, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Saturday Nov 27, 2021
Fishers of Men (FOM)
Saturday Nov 27, 2021 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
MBVM has a small group of men called Fishers of Men(FOM).
They meet on Saturday morning at 7AM in the parish center
and discuss the weekend readings as well as other spiritual items.
Enter through the events entrance.
MISSION: Fishers of Men equips men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community.
VISION: Band together as brothers in Christ to "change the world" our families, our parishes and in our communities
throughout the Joliet Diocese. Living as leaders to promote." His kingdom come, His will be done –
right here, right now – as in Heaven."
PURPOSE: Developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ where He is the center of all we do. Equipping men with a spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in Christ daily.
PARTNERSHIP: Joining hands with parishes and men's groups throughout the Joliet Diocese to help and empower men to live more fully – for God, family and the greater community
EMPOWERMENT: Enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of Parish men's groups and various outreach activities to help create lasting, positive change in men's lives.
CHURCH COMMUNITY : Creating environments of encouragement, support, love and acceptance where men learn to value others. Supporting each other as we all become the men God is calling us to be in all aspects of life.
APPROACING THE CHURCH (Many times we called this kind of thing "DID YOU KNOW" - See attached. I wrote it using info from the kickoff of this session of Fr Burke Masters.
Reconciliation/Confession
Saturday Nov 27, 2021 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Reconciliation is in the room behind the Mary altar.
No reservations required.
Please arrive no later than 4:00 pm.
4:30 pm Mass
Saturday Nov 27, 2021 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Join us for 4:30 pm Mass every Saturday.
Everyone is welcome!
Sunday Nov 28, 2021
First Day of Advent
Sunday Nov 28, 2021 All day
1st Day of Advent.
7:30 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 28, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM
This early Mass has no music.
9:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 28, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 am Mass is open to everyone!
This 9:00 am Mass also has a Liturgy of the Word for Children
ages 3 through 1st grade.
Children willing to participate will be called to join our adult volunteers
right before the readings. Parents may accompany their little one's.
A bible story and craft will be provided, and the children will be brought back to their parents
during the "Our Father". For Questions about the Liturgy of the Word for Children
otherwise knows as "Little People's Church", contact Maria Pallissard at mpallissard@mbvm.org.
Little People's Church
Sunday Nov 28, 2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Little People's church is during the 9:00 am Mass.
This program is for 3 year old's through 1st graders.
After the opening prayer, a song will call forth the little children.
A leader will be present to lead the little ones to the room behind the
Mary altar. The children will partake in a bible story and craft.
The children will return to their parents after the Our Father in Mass.
Parents are allowed to come back with their little one's who might be hesitant
to join us.
Questions: Contact Maria Pallissard at (815) 933-8285 ext. 326
11:00 AM Sunday Mass
Sunday Nov 28, 2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to join us for 11:00 am Mass.
Small Group Meeting (Parish Library)
Sunday Nov 28, 2021 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Small Group Meeting discussion covering the Mass by "Be Formed" If interested in joining this group contact Julie Worby at (815) 933-8285 ext. 315.
Monday Nov 29, 2021
Rosary
Monday Nov 29, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Monday Nov 29, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Rosary
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
Come join us in praying the Rosary every morning before the 7:30 am Mass Monday through Friday with the exception of Holidays.
Morning Mass
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Join us for Morning Mass every weekday from 7:30 am - 8:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!