Events Around the Parish
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Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
Proceeds from the Lenten Fish Fries support many organizations including the Woman’s Care Center, Diocese of Peoria Vocations, St. Jude Catholic School and much more.
Please consider joining and supporting your local Knights of Columbus on Fridays during Lent.
Bishop Barron’s Lenten reflections
What are you adding to your regular routine to enliven your spiritual journey this Lent? We want to offer you a totally cost and download free opportunity to grow in your personal relationship with Christ by simply texting: “StJudePeoria” to 84576.
The sign-up to Flocknote takes a minute to complete and allows you to receive email notifications with Bishop Barron’s Lenten reflections every day through Lent. Flocknote is a communication tool that St. Jude plans to use to send messages throughout the year.
Your info is kept private, and you can choose how you want to receive notifications from St. Jude in the future! You can update your communication preferences or unsubscribe at any time.
If you would rather not text signup, you can also subscribe at any time with a computer using: https://StJudePeoria.flocknote.com/Fire
Are you willing to accept the challenge? Join today!
Issues? Email: StJudePeoria@gmail.com
LOTW Retreat
Save the dates… March 13-16
…for our next Light of the World Retreat at St. Jude Parish, March 13st to 16th. Come hear inspiring stories of faith, enjoy time for personal prayer, eat great food, and experience authentic fellowship. Take the time needed to spend with Jesus and allow him to speak into your life!
Below are the times for the retreat. It’s four days long, and each night you go home and sleep in your own bed!
Friday, March 13th, 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Saturday, March 14th, 8:00am to 8:00pm
Sunday, March 15th, 8:00am to 8:00pm
Monday, March 16th, 6:30pm to 9:00pm
REGISTRATION FORMS CAN BE FOUND IN THE GATHERING SPACE AT ST. JUDE.
Pre-School Christmas Program
Hettinger hall was full of Christmas joy, beautiful voices and parental pride from parents, grandparents, teachers, family and the entire St. Jude church family
Parent Happy Hour
Save the date for Wednesday, September 25th at 7 pm for the first Parent happy hour of the year. Steve and Marcia Mattern will be speaking on parenting in today’s culture. They will share reflections from their journey as Catholic parents with their 6 children. There will be free drink and child care!
Vatican Approves Miracle Attributed to Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen
Did you know the approved miracle to continue the progress for Archbishop Fulton Sheen's beatification happened in our very own Peoria Diocese? Check out this beautiful EWTN interview with Bishop Jenky and the Engstrom family to hear more!
Men of St. Jude Annual Golf Outing
A Letter from the Men of St. Jude:
The 2019 Men of St. Jude Golf Outing went off in miraculous fashion this year. The weather forecast showed that we would surely be playing in the rain and possibly breaking for T-storm. Amazingly, we played 18 holes without rain and the sun even came out to bless our finale. Congratulations to TEAM FRAVALA and TEAM VALERIN on taking home 1st and 2nd place, respectively.
We would all like to say a special thanks to our Sponsors: Agatucci's, Rep. Darin LaHood, CORE Construction, Daryl Wilson Photography, GIOVANNI COLOMBO MD of MIDWEST UROLOGICAL in PEKIN, HR FIT, Lagron-Miller Company, Lariat Steakhouse, MASTERPLAN FINANCIAL GROUP, Maui Jim, Peoria Chiropractic, PDC / AREA Disposal, PHD SERVICES, Ruskusky Foot & Ankle Clinic , ST. CLEMENT COUNCIL 12407, The Kim Group, & Valerin Dental Group. Thank you for making this event possible as well as many other special events at our Parish.
SAVE THE DATE NOW FOR NEXT YEARS OUTING SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2020
First Communion
Congratulations to our St. Jude First Communicants of 2019!
Congratulations...
...to our 2nd grade students, both at St. Jude Catholic School and in CCD, on their First Communion!
Receive a Tax Credit for Giving to St. Jude Catholic School
Put your state tax dollars to work right here at St. Jude! The State of Illinois is offering a 75% Tax Credit to individuals who donate to the Invest in Kids Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to students wishing to attend private schools.
Put your state tax dollars to work right here at St. Jude! The State of Illinois is offering a 75% Tax Credit to individuals who donate to the Invest in Kids Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to students wishing to attend private schools. Individuals may direct their donation specifically to St. Jude Catholic School or Peoria Notre Dame High School. Many families appreciate this unique opportunity to decide how their tax dollars will be used, and to support organizations which reflect their Catholic beliefs and values. For every $100 you donate, you will receive $75 back as a state tax credit. In other words, the net cost to you is only $25, but the school receives the full $100!
Please consider donating to this program which provides scholarships to families who might otherwise be unable to attend St. Jude. The process is not difficult but has several steps. Please follow the video link or refer to the attachments for step-by-step instructions on the donation process.
If you have questions or would like help with the donation process please call 309-243-2493 or email Jill Lindsey at jlindsey@stjudecatholic.com. We are happy to answer any questions or arrange a private meeting.
Additional details on the Invest in Kids program are available at https://empowerillinois.org/.
Do you want to shape the future of St. Jude Parish?
Nominations are currently being accepted for the St. Jude Parish Council. Selection of new members will be by discernment in the context of prayer with the help of our Pastor. Please prayerfully consider whether you or someone you know might be called to serve as a Parish Council member.
Nominations are currently being accepted for the St. Jude Parish Council. Selection of new members will be by discernment in the context of prayer with the help of our Pastor. Please prayerfully consider whether you or someone you know might be called to serve as a Parish Council member.
How is the Parish Council Structured?
The St. Jude Parish Council is committed to assisting the Pastor with communication surrounding parish activities and involvement of each person of the parish to grow into a community of servant people that lives according to our parish vision: “Evangelization through Prayer, Fellowship, Mission, and Learning.”
The Council is comprised of nine members and ex officio members including the Pastor, the Parochial Vicar and parish trustees.
Council members are asked to serve a three-year term with a term limit of two consecutive terms. A term is considered from July 1 to June 30.
What are the obligations?
Attend monthly meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Meetings begin at 6PM.
To serve as an active member of one of the standing committees or any ad hoc committees.
Act as a liaison to our Ministries and Organizations through one of the Parish Pillars: Prayer, Fellowship, Mission, and Learning.
Attend an annual retreat, commit to spiritual growth, discipleship, and becoming a more intentional disciple of Christ
Who is eligible? Candidates must:
Be 18 years of age by the date of the election;
Be a baptized, practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church and registered member of our Parish;
Have a clear understanding of membership expectations and express a willingness to fulfill these obligations.
Nominations must be received by Sunday, March 31, 2019.
Please fill out the form below, provide responses via paper (turned in at the Connection Center), or sent via email to: stjudecouncildiscernment@gmail.com.
Knights of Columbus Friday Night Fish Fry
Be sure to grab dinner at the Knights of Columbus fish frys on Fridays during Lent at St. Jude. Carry outs available.
After Stations of the Cross, come and grab dinner at the Knights of Columbus fish fry.
Fridays during Lent Through April 19
Times - 5:30pm-7:00pm
Location: Hettinger Hall
Are you ready for LOTW?
Lent 2019: Are you ready? God has called us to a magnificent encounter with Him that will change our lives forever. If it has been a while since you encountered God's mercy and grace, please come to this retreat. If you feel you are close to the Lord but need to go deeper, come to this retreat. If you love God and want to bring others to His Love, come to this retreat. If you desire to know who you are in Christ, come to this retreat!
Are you ready for LOTW?
It’s March 8th to 11th.
Lent 2019: Are you ready? God has called us to a magnificent encounter with Him that will change our lives forever. If it has been a while since you encountered God's mercy and grace, please come to this retreat. If you feel you are close to the Lord but need to go deeper, come to this retreat. If you love God and want to bring others to His Love, come to this retreat. If you desire to know who you are in Christ, come to this retreat!
Friday, 7pm-9pm
Saturday, 8am-8pm
Sunday, 8am-8pm
Monday, 7pm-9pm
Please know that whatever time you commit to this retreat, you receive back a hundred fold in your soul.
Register online at www.LOTWEM.org/stjudechurchpeoria.html or email Drew Isbell at disbell@stjudechurchpeoria.org.
Spaghetti Dinner!
Great food here. Click for details.
St. Jude is having a spaghetti dinner on Sunday, January 27th. Please join us!
Advance tickets on sale now.
Stop by the gathering space to purchase tickets today.
Adults $20
Children (up to age 12) $5
Family (Up to 2 Adults) $27
Prices go up at the door!
We hope to see you there.
Holy Hour for the Rights of the Unborn Child
A holy hour for the rights of the unborn child will be held at 7:00pm, Monday, January 7th, 2019 at the Immaculate Conception Convent, 2408 West Heading Avenue, in West Peoria, IL.
A holy hour for the rights of the unborn child will be held at 7:00pm, Monday, January 7th, 2019 at the Immaculate Conception Convent, 2408 West Heading Avenue, in West Peoria, IL.
This holy hour is regularly held every first Monday and consists of Benediction, the Rosary, and other prayers. Please join us in praying to God for the protection of these innocent lives and the restoration of their Constitutional rights.
2018 National Tree Lighting
Did you miss the Sisters at the National Tree Lighting Ceremony?
Did you miss the Sisters at the National Tree Lighting Ceremony?
It’s a little late to post, but check out the Sisters from the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist.
They did awesome!
View the website here.
Our Sisters Will Be Singing at the White House Tree Lighting
Be sure to hear some of the Sisters from the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist as they sign at the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the White House.
Be sure to hear some of the Sisters from the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist as they sing at the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the White House.
It’s on December 2nd, at 9:00pm central time.
Article from Dominican Sister’s website
Article from Life Site
Article from National Tree Lighting website
A live stream online has not yet been identified (we’re still looking!)
Other Great Videos Below…
MADE FOR MORE w/ CHRISTOPHER WEST & MIKE MANGIONE
Save the Date for a HUGE event at St. Jude Catholic Church. MADE FOR MORE with CHRISTOPHER WEST & MIKE MANGIONE. Brought to you by St. Jude, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Edward, St. Mary of the Woods, & The Cor Project.
Save the Date for a HUGE event at St. Jude Catholic Church
MADE FOR MORE with CHRISTOPHER WEST & MIKE MANGIONE
Brought to you by St. Jude, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Edward, St. Mary of the Woods, & The Cor Project.
Event Details:
February 27th, 2019
7:00pm
St. Jude Parish – 10811 N. Knoxville Ave. Peoria, IL 61615
This event will sell out, so get your tickets early!
World renowned speaker and author Christopher West, along with musician, Mike Mangione, are coming to St. Jude with an all new event called MADE FOR MORE: VISIONS OF THE PROMISED LAND. Bring family and friends. No one should miss this awesome and inspiring event!
Go to www.corproject.com for tickets and more information about the event.
