Diocese of Joliet
Loving Christ, Loving Others
Thank you for visiting Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church. It is always a joy to have visitors to our congregation. If you are interested in learning more about the Roman Catholic Faith, and/or if you are Catholic and would like to become a parishioner, please call the parish office.
Thursday Mornings @ 9:30 a.m.
Berst Hall - Madonna Room
Everyone is welcome - bring a friend!
Questions?
Call Pat Hudetz @ (630) 935-2103
To visit the MAKE website,
click on the image above.
Deacon William Dunn
Director of Catechesis & Evangelization
Director of Family Faith & RCIA Programs
Phone: 815-634-4171, extension 3
Email:
ddunn@abvcc.org
Please return your pledge envelopes to the diocese via USPS or click on the link above to donate online.
Thank you for your generosity!
Let's Meet Our CMAA Goal
If you have already pledged to the Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA), we sincerely thank you! Let's join together to meet our parish goal of $34,200. Every gift makes a difference.
If you still plan on making your gift, please prayerfully consider how you can elevate your faith beyond all expectations in support of those in need. Pledge envelopes are still available in church, or you can use the envelope you received in the mail from the diocese. We also welcome online gifts at jolietdioceseappeal.org
Remember, we receive 70% of any amount raised over our goal to reinvest in our own parish. This is an incredible opportunity and blessing!
Prayer for Our Government
Dear Lord,
Guide and direct those who serve this country in positions
of leadership and power.
Give them Your wisdom
and clarity
as they make decisions
for our nation.
Amen.
The Proper Way to Receive Holy Communion
Only those practicing Catholics who are in the state of grace may receive Holy Communion.
If one is receiving the Sacred Host on the tongue:
When receiving communion on the tongue, please do not lean towards the minister. Please stand up as straight as possible. After saying “Amen” in response to the minister of the Holy Communion, the communicant should open the mouth wide and fully extend the tongue far enough so that the Sacred host can be placed upon it for safety precautions and without danger of it falling. Please note that it is important to extend the tongue, not just open the mouth. Once you have received communion, make the sign of the cross, and return to your seat for silent prayer.
If one is receiving the Sacred Host in the hand:
Upon approaching the minister of the Sacred Host, fully extend the hands so the minister can reach them. If the left hand is extended, place the right hand under the left for support; if the right hand is extended, place the left hand under the right for support. In essence, a throne is formed in the sign of an X-cross to receive the Sacred Host. Step aside and place the Host in your mouth to consume it; make the sign of the cross, and return to your seat for silent prayer.
Mass Times
Holy Week and Easter
Schedule
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
March 28 & 29
4:00 p.m. - Mass - Assumption Church
7:30 a.m. - Mass - Assumption Church
9:00 a.m. - Mass - Sacred Heart Church/Kinsman
11:30 a.m. - Mass - Assumption Church
Holy Thursday - April 2
7:00 p.m. - Mass of the Lord's Supper
- Assumption Church
Good Friday - April 3
3:00 p.m. - Veneration of the Cross
- Assumption Church
Confessions Immediately Afterwards
Holy Saturday - April 4
12:00 p.m. - Blessing of Easter Baskets
(Assumption Church - Kankakee Street Entrance)
7:25 p.m. - Easter Vigil Mass - Assumption Church
Easter Sunday - April 5
7:30 a.m. - Mass - Assumption Church
9:00 a.m. - Mass - Sacred Heart Church/Kinsman
11:30 a.m. - Mass - Assumption Church
Additional Confessions
At Weekly Stations of the Cross
After Veneration of the Cross
Regular Weekend Mass Times
Assumption
Saturday* - 4:00 p.m.
*First Saturday of the Month - Additional Mass @ 8:30 a.m.
Sunday - 7:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.
Sacred Heart, Kinsman
Sunday - 9:00 a.m.
Regular Weekday Mass Times
Assumption
Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.*
*First Tuesday of the Month Mass is followed by St. Peregrine Devotions and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
Thursday & Friday - 8:30 a.m.
Rosary
Tuesday - 6 p.m.
Thursday & Friday - 8 a.m.
Sacred Heart, Kinsman
Wednesday - 8:30 a.m.
Weekly Confession Times
(Different on Holy Days & Holidays)
Assumption
Tuesday - 6:00 p.m. to 6:20 p.m.
Thursday & Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 8:20 a.m.
Saturday - 3:15 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. (First Saturday only - 8:00 a.m. to 8:20 a.m.)
Sacred Heart, Kinsman
Wednesday - After 8:30 a.m. Mass
Sunday - After 9:00 a.m. Mass
Office Hours
Monday to Thursday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This Week's Events
Upcoming Events
Sunday, April 19 - Cards & Collectibles Show - 10:00 a.m.
Location: Berst Hall
Saturday, April 25 - Bike Blessing - 10:00 a.m.
Location: Assumption Chuck Parking Lot - 215 South Kankakee Street
Sunday, May 10 - Mother's Day Breakfast - 8:00 a.m.
Location: Berst Hall
Saturday, May 16 - Summer Fun Family Bingo - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Berst Hall
