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martha's ministry bereavement group
The death of a loved one, either a family member or a close friend, is often a traumatic experience. Regardless of the circumstances, one can never fully prepare for a death.
The purpose of Martha's Ministry is to provide support for those who have lost someone special. This ministry provides those who have experienced a loss the opportunity to share their experiences, feelings and emotions in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental setting.
Please call the rectory at (815) 844-7683 or complete the form below for more information.
The purpose of Martha's Ministry is to provide support for those who have lost someone special. This ministry provides those who have experienced a loss the opportunity to share their experiences, feelings and emotions in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental setting.
Please call the rectory at (815) 844-7683 or complete the form below for more information.
PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL
Members: Fr. Joe, Chris Clement, Paula Corrigan, Nick Ehrgott, Danielle Gill, Donna Gray, Tammy Johns, Karen Jones, Mick Peterson, and Patti Zehr.
ST. MARY'S FOOD PANTRY
St. Mary’s Food Pantry (originally named St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry) opened March 17, 1983. We provide food and clothing to families in need throughout Livingston County. Welcoming all with joy, dignity, and compassion, we dedicate ourselves to serving hope in our community.
We are located at 401 E. Water Street and are open to Livingston County residents on Thursdays from Noon - 3:00 p.m. Clients are not allowed on property until 11 am.
We are always thankful for the many great blessings from donors. Donations can be made on Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 5:15 p.m. or call the Pantry to arrange a time for your drop off. Their phone number is (815) 844-FOOD (3663). Items should ever be left outside the doors of the Pantry. PLEASE follow this request. Clothing, towels, blankets, and kitchen items will be accepted at the discretion of the Pantry staff. The items must be in clean, soil free condition. Only “in season” clothing will be accepted unless space allows otherwise. The Pantry can no longer accept knick-knacks, books, toys, holiday decorations and other non-clothing items due to space constraints. St. Mary's Food Pantry is a nonprofit organization; all gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax receipts for donations will be given upon request.
St. Mary's Food Pantry Board meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Our Lady of the Rosary room. Mike Haag is the current board president. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer at the Pantry.
We are located at 401 E. Water Street and are open to Livingston County residents on Thursdays from Noon - 3:00 p.m. Clients are not allowed on property until 11 am.
We are always thankful for the many great blessings from donors. Donations can be made on Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 5:15 p.m. or call the Pantry to arrange a time for your drop off. Their phone number is (815) 844-FOOD (3663). Items should ever be left outside the doors of the Pantry. PLEASE follow this request. Clothing, towels, blankets, and kitchen items will be accepted at the discretion of the Pantry staff. The items must be in clean, soil free condition. Only “in season” clothing will be accepted unless space allows otherwise. The Pantry can no longer accept knick-knacks, books, toys, holiday decorations and other non-clothing items due to space constraints. St. Mary's Food Pantry is a nonprofit organization; all gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax receipts for donations will be given upon request.
St. Mary's Food Pantry Board meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Our Lady of the Rosary room. Mike Haag is the current board president. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer at the Pantry.
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St. Mary's Food Pantry • 401 E. Water St. • Pontiac, IL 61764 • 815-844-3663
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Knights of Columbus meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Our Lady of the Rosary Room.
Bill Bertram is the Grand Knight.
Knights of Columbus is open to all Catholic men age 18 or over.
Bill Bertram is the Grand Knight.
Knights of Columbus is open to all Catholic men age 18 or over.
WOMEN'S GUILD
Women's Guild meet the third Tuesday in February, May, September, and November at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
Sue Smith is the current president.
Women's Guild is open to all women in the Parish.
Sue Smith is the current president.
Women's Guild is open to all women in the Parish.
CHRIST CHILD SOCIETY
Christ Child Society - "Nothing is ever too much to do for a child." - Mary Virginia Merrick, Founder
Christ Child Society of central IL (CCSCI) is a Chapter of the National Christ Child Society, which is a charitable organization dedicated to serving at-risk children, regardless of race or creed. The National Christ Child Society has been continually serving children in need for more than 125 years. Organized by chapters throughout the United States, our 6,000 plus members reach out to teach, motivate, and care for young children in need and to mentor young parents. Although our guiding mission is the same, the programs run by each chapter are unique and changing as they are created to best respond to the specific needs within each community where a chapter is located.
The Central Illinois Chapter of the Christ Child Society is a volunteer organization that was initiated by Bishop Daniel Jenky of the Diocese of Peoria. Our members donate their time and talent to assemble layettes which are given to at-risk families for their newborn babies. We hand-make some of the items for the layettes. Many of the items, however, must be purchased, and no second-hand items are included in the layettes. Approximately 35 layettes are delivered each month to St. Francis, Proctor Unity Point, Methodist Unity Point, St. Joseph, Advocate BroMenn, St. Margaret, St. Mary-Galesburg, Cottage, St. James, Pekin, and St. Mary-Streator Hospitals and to Unity Point Health Clinic.
The Circle in Pontiac provides 5 or more layettes per month for at-risk parents with newborns delivered at OSF Saint James-John W. Albrecht Hospital in Pontiac. The Pontiac Sewing Circle meets twice per month, the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month at St Mary's Hall, 501 N Chicago, Pontiac, from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Monetary donations and donations of new layette items, as well as flannel, knit and lightweight cotton fabric are appreciated. People who sew, knit or crochet are also encouraged to volunteer whether they are a member or not. Even if you are not able to sew, you may help by pinning, cutting, and more. We need you. If you would like to donate or volunteer please contact Shari at 815-419-8620 and we ask that you might consider joining the CCSCI for $40, which is a great way to help with our mission.
Christ Child Society is open to all members of the Parish.
Christ Child Society of central IL (CCSCI) is a Chapter of the National Christ Child Society, which is a charitable organization dedicated to serving at-risk children, regardless of race or creed. The National Christ Child Society has been continually serving children in need for more than 125 years. Organized by chapters throughout the United States, our 6,000 plus members reach out to teach, motivate, and care for young children in need and to mentor young parents. Although our guiding mission is the same, the programs run by each chapter are unique and changing as they are created to best respond to the specific needs within each community where a chapter is located.
The Central Illinois Chapter of the Christ Child Society is a volunteer organization that was initiated by Bishop Daniel Jenky of the Diocese of Peoria. Our members donate their time and talent to assemble layettes which are given to at-risk families for their newborn babies. We hand-make some of the items for the layettes. Many of the items, however, must be purchased, and no second-hand items are included in the layettes. Approximately 35 layettes are delivered each month to St. Francis, Proctor Unity Point, Methodist Unity Point, St. Joseph, Advocate BroMenn, St. Margaret, St. Mary-Galesburg, Cottage, St. James, Pekin, and St. Mary-Streator Hospitals and to Unity Point Health Clinic.
The Circle in Pontiac provides 5 or more layettes per month for at-risk parents with newborns delivered at OSF Saint James-John W. Albrecht Hospital in Pontiac. The Pontiac Sewing Circle meets twice per month, the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month at St Mary's Hall, 501 N Chicago, Pontiac, from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Monetary donations and donations of new layette items, as well as flannel, knit and lightweight cotton fabric are appreciated. People who sew, knit or crochet are also encouraged to volunteer whether they are a member or not. Even if you are not able to sew, you may help by pinning, cutting, and more. We need you. If you would like to donate or volunteer please contact Shari at 815-419-8620 and we ask that you might consider joining the CCSCI for $40, which is a great way to help with our mission.
Christ Child Society is open to all members of the Parish.
LEGION OF MARY
Legion of Mary meet every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at the Parish Center.
Legion of Mary is open to all members of the Parish.
Legion of Mary is open to all members of the Parish.
LITURGY COMMITTEE
The Liturgy Committee works to assist with the planning and implementation of the various aspects of liturgical activities in the parish. This includes the planning and preparation for simple things for weekly Sunday Masses as well as bigger liturgies like that for Holy Week and Corpus Christi.
The Liturgy Committee meets the first Tuesday of the month in the downstairs of the Parish Center. All members of the parish are welcome to attend to learn more about the rich liturgy of the Catholic Church and help uphold that at St. Mary’s.
Liturgy Committee Chairperson:
Bob Kane
Sub-Committee Chairpersons:
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: CeCe White
Lectors: Margo Law
Servers: Victor Johns
Ushers & Greeters: Bryan Schweigert
Music Ministry: Kathy Schultz, Merryn Krenz, Marie Kane
The Liturgy Committee meets the first Tuesday of the month in the downstairs of the Parish Center. All members of the parish are welcome to attend to learn more about the rich liturgy of the Catholic Church and help uphold that at St. Mary’s.
Liturgy Committee Chairperson:
Bob Kane
Sub-Committee Chairpersons:
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: CeCe White
Lectors: Margo Law
Servers: Victor Johns
Ushers & Greeters: Bryan Schweigert
Music Ministry: Kathy Schultz, Merryn Krenz, Marie Kane
