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9 Days for Life is a novena for the protection of human life. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life. Visit www.9daysforlife.com to sign up for daily prayers sent January 21-29 by email or text message.
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One, Holy, Catholic, ApostolicUno, Santo, Catolica, Apostolica
The people of the LaPorte Catholic Church Community are called to continue the mission of Jesus Christ in the Catholic Church through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. |
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Mass & Confession Times
Schedule is in effect beginning July 27, 2020
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*NEW* SAVE-A-SEAT
MASS RESERVATION
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Please come and worship with us at Holy Mass, adore our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament,
experience the healing power of the Sacrament of Confession.
experience the healing power of the Sacrament of Confession.
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Saturday Vigil
- 4:00 pm Sacred Heart (Live on Website, Facebook Live, and YouTube) - 5:30 pm St. Peter - 6:00 pm St. Joseph, Spanish (Facebook Live) Sunday - 6:45 am St. Joseph - 8:00 am St. Peter (Facebook Live) - 9:00 am St. Joseph - 10:45 am Sacred Heart - 12 Noon St. Joseph, Spanish Confession - Saturday 2:45-3:30 pm Sacred Heart (Walk-up confessional at the East entrance of the Church) |
Daily Mass and Prayer
- Monday - Friday 7:00 am Eucharistic Adoration (Facebook Live), 12 Noon Daytime Prayer (Facebook Live) - Monday - Friday 8 am Mass Sacred Heart (Live on Website, Facebook Live, and YouTube) - Monday - Friday 12 Noon Daytime Prayer (Facebook Live) - Wednesday 5:00-7:00pm Eucharistic Adoration St. Joseph, followed by 7:00pm Mass St. Joseph, Bi-Lingual (Facebook Live) - Saturday 8:30 am Mass St. Joseph (English) followed by Confession Eucharist Adoration
- Monday - Friday 7:00 am Eucharistic Adoration Sacred Heart (Facebook Live) - St. Joseph Adoration Chapel, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Call office for more details 219-362-9595) |
An Update on Fr. Ian's Health
After Christmas, Fr. Ian will be starting aggressive treatment for his cancer. It will consist of a short round of intense radiation therapy followed by chemotherapy. Radiation therapy will take place at the University of Chicago while Chemo will be done locally under the direction of the U of C. The doctors at U of C are hopeful for the success of this treatment approach.
Fr. Ian appreciates all your prayers and well wishes.
Parish Bulletin Board
What is happening at LaPorte Catholic Church?
Ministry of Prayers for Healing
Amid much suffering, and great challenges thee days, there is the sound of choirs heralding hope in that very same birth of God made flesh. For in this Season of the Silent Night, we are reminded that we are God Searchers and God Finders… the meaning of Epiphany joy! Such joy, hope and relief are in the recent good news of the newly developed vaccines, a sign of prayers answered with God’s presence in science and medicine for healing.
We know that more hope for healing continues. Perhaps for members in our families or that of friends. Hope for healing also continues in response to what many of us learned this past November when we were informed that our Pastor, Fr. Ian Williams was diagnosed with cancer. However, in Father Ian’s compassionate pastoral care, he reminded us to pray not only for his healing, but to pray for all who are suffering from diseases such as cancers and leukemia.
We know that more hope for healing continues. Perhaps for members in our families or that of friends. Hope for healing also continues in response to what many of us learned this past November when we were informed that our Pastor, Fr. Ian Williams was diagnosed with cancer. However, in Father Ian’s compassionate pastoral care, he reminded us to pray not only for his healing, but to pray for all who are suffering from diseases such as cancers and leukemia.
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We, as a parish community, can take on a communal action as a faith family in response to Fr. Ian’s announcement. Naturally, we choose St. Peregrine, the patron saint for those suffering from cancer and other serious illnesses to intercede for our prayers. Therefore, you are invited to join our newly formed parish-wide “Ministry of Prayers for Healing”.
Each church has been given an icon of St. Peregrine, which is displayed in the entranceway, as a reminder of this prayer ministry. St. Peregrine prayer cards are also available as a guide. Please take a card or use your own prayers as you wish. We ask that you find your own quiet time each day to pray with us. We know the power of united prayer, as we place our trust and hope in God. Click below for additional information and the prayer:
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Blaze: Middle School Girls Online Program, sponsored by the Office of Youth
& Office of Evangelization, Diocese of Gary
& Office of Evangelization, Diocese of Gary
Middle school aged girls are invited to participate in an online faith sharing group, called Blaze. Participants will explore what true beauty means, discover the love of God the Father, see through the lies we learn about ourselves, pray together, and dive into Scriptures. Small groups will be led by two Virtus trained ministry leaders. Upon registration, parents/guardians will be asked to fill out a permission form.
Who: Middle school aged girls (6-8 grade). Group will be lead by two Virtus trained adults.
When: Sundays, 6-7:00 PM, starting January 17, 2021, continuing for 20 weeks
Where: Zoom, online–PC, tablet, or phone
Cost: Individually purchased “Blaze Belong ‘Truth vs Lie’ cards and Blaze Belong Prayer Journal, approximately $30 for both. Links to purchase will be available when registering.
For more information, please contact Rosanne Kouris at rkouris@dcgary.org or Vicky Hathaway at vhathaway@dcgary.org or by calling 219-769-9292.
Who: Middle school aged girls (6-8 grade). Group will be lead by two Virtus trained adults.
When: Sundays, 6-7:00 PM, starting January 17, 2021, continuing for 20 weeks
Where: Zoom, online–PC, tablet, or phone
Cost: Individually purchased “Blaze Belong ‘Truth vs Lie’ cards and Blaze Belong Prayer Journal, approximately $30 for both. Links to purchase will be available when registering.
For more information, please contact Rosanne Kouris at rkouris@dcgary.org or Vicky Hathaway at vhathaway@dcgary.org or by calling 219-769-9292.
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Kroger Rewards
The money that is raised goes directly to our Sacred Heart and St. Joseph food pantries. To find out more about how you can participate go to our La Porte Catholic Church Web site and find the Kroger Rewards icon near the bottom of the page and click on it. Or go to krogercommunityrewards.com and sign up. Our NPO number for Sacred Heart is GU841 or for St. Joseph is 10524. Or if you need assistance contact Karen Burns at 362-7990 or email: burns102@comcast.net. Liturgy of the Hours Daytime Prayer Join us at noon for the Liturgy of the Hours Daytime Prayer on our Face Book page. Deacon Frank prays the Divine Office Midday prayer from the Chapel at Sacred Heart Church. Go to iBreviary.com click on the upper left hand icon (scroll) and go to Daytime prayers for the day's text to follow along. Prayer intentions are also welcome by contacting Deacon Frank at fzolvinski@sacredheartlp.org Sacred Heart Food Pantry Thank you for all of your donations! You are helping people, families in your community. Food donations may be put in one of the the boxes at each of the three parishes or in the entrance area of Sacred Heart Office ( on Niesen St.) on Tuesday & Thursdays from 9:00 a.m.-Noon. The food donations will be divided between our two food pantries to help our La Porte Community. St. Vincent DePaul Society Through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is able to assist families by providing food, clothing, utilities, and rent, etc. Thank You! Current needs are: Non perishable food items. Monetary donations may be put in a plain envelope, designated for SVdP (or your envelope provided in your monthly packet marked for St. Vincent de Paul), and placed in the mail or dropped off at one of the parishes. Food donations may be put in one of the boxes at each of the three parishes or in the entrance area of Sacred Heart (on Niesen St.) on Tues. & Thurs. from 9:00 a.m. - Noon. The food donations will be divided between our two food pantries to help our La Porte Community. |
Nourish for Caregivers
Each meeting includes personal sharing, a timely topic, handouts, discussion and prayer time. There is not cost to the program. For more information contact: Deacon Frank J. Zolvinski, fzolvinski@sacredheartlp.org or call 219-575-1090. Prayer Ministry Our Parish Prayer ministries exist to serve our Parish Family and friends in times of need. - St. Peter Prayer Chain: Donna Wagner at 362-4821 email tdwagner1@frontier.com, Ruth Livergood 219-262-2991 or D. Noveroske at djnover@peoplepc.com - St. Joseph Prayer Tree: Call Jean at 219-716-3414 - Sacred Heart Prayer Chain: Tabbatha Kehoe: Email btkehoe2@comcast.net Prayers can be requested by name or without giving a person’s name. If you would like to join our prayer chain, contact one of the above individuals. Donate Your Old Christmas Lights
The Peace and Justice Commission is collecting old, broken or useless strands of Christmas lights that are no longer working. These will either be re-furbished or re-cycled and the money used for our parish food pantries. Simply drop your old lights in the food collection boxes located in the church gathering space. |
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From this moment on, live the Eucharist fully; be persons for whom the Holy Mass, Communion, and Eucharistic adoration are the center and summit of their whole life.
- Pope Saint John Paul II
Daily Eucharistic adoration at St. Joseph Adoration Chapel, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm.
Call the office for more details 219-362-9595
Call the office for more details 219-362-9595
Perpetual Adoration |
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Unite yourself in prayer to the Benedictine nuns of Perpetual Adoration at Tyburn Convent, London - from whose chapel this live video is being transmitted:
https://www.ewtn.co.uk/live/adoration |
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