SAINT STANISLAUS KOSTKA CHURCH

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February 4 & 5: Blessing of Troats

In honor of Saint Blaise, the patron saint of people with throat illnesses, we will hold a special blessing of throats at both the Saturday and Sunday Masses. All those with throat disorders, or anyone who wishes to avoid getting such a malady, are invited to participate in this rite, whereby the priest touches the throats of the faithful with two crossed candles while invoking the prayer of the Saint and imparts God’s blessing.

February 11 & 12: Anointing of the Sick

Every year on the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, February 12th, the Catholic Church celebrates the World Day of the Sick. In our church, Sacrament of the Sick (anointing) will be offered to all requesting after each Mass that weekend. On Sunday, February 12th at 10:30 a.m. in the small room of the Polish Heritage Center, there will be a chance to watch a short movie “Lourdes: Shrine Of Miracles” produced by the History Channel.

 

February 12: give hope, Make a Sandwich

Social Justice Committee invites everyone to join us on Sunday, February 12th at 10:15 a.m. in the kitchen of the Polish Heritage Center in order to make sandwiches that will be served to our friends at Karen House. Food and supplies will be provided by the Social Justice Committee. Please bring your hands and good spirit.

 

februsry 18 & 19: "bring your sweetheart" sunday

On Saturday or Sunday following the Valentine’s Day we invite you to “drag” your wife, husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, partner or significant other to church for Mass! Make him or her sit right next to you, maybe even hold your hand for a second or two! During each Mass on February 18-19 weekend there will be a special time to renew your vows, or - if you have never said them out loud - to use the “L” word at church for the very first time :-) It might be your best Valentine Day gift ever!

february 19: "zapusty" pre - lenton dinner

The Zapusty Dinner is a Polish version of the famous “Mardi Gras” celebrations. In Poland sometimes it is also called “Fat Thursday”, for it was celebrated as the last Thursday before Lent - the last chance to dance and be merry before fast. The most desirable food on this day is “pączki”, a special kind of donut filled with fruit jelly. In our church in addition to pączkis we will serve Italian Sausage, cheese tortellini, salad, bread and desert, all for $8.00 per person.

february 22: ash wednesday

The season of Lent, in which we prepare for the celebrations of Jesus’ death and resurrection, starts on Wednesday, February 22nd. As a sign of penitential character of those forty days, the foreheads of the faithful are signed with ashes. In our church this will be done during the 7:00 p.m. Mass. We encourage all Parishioners to attend this poignant ceremony.

february 26: singles luncheon

We invite all lovers of Christmas lights for a tour of the “Way of Lights” at Our Lady of the Snows Shrine in Belleville, Illinois. Our trip will start on Sunday, January 1st at 4:00 p.m. at the church parking lot. We will have supper together at the Shrine’s restaurant. Please contact Janice Merzweiler at 314.550.5849 or Sue and Ken Beekman at 636-936-1785 to register.

march 25: Easter bonnets making party

Our Singles and Widows/Widowers Ministry is inviting all interested for another outing, this time at Friendly's Bar & Grill (3503 Roger Place ). It is said that they serve the best fried chicken, but we would also be able to order from the menu. Let’s meet at 12:30 p.m. at the church parking lot and enjoy each other’s company while making our taste buds happy!.

march 30: communal penance service

We encourage all Parishioners to prepare themselves spiritually for Easter by celebrating the Sacrament of Penance. Every Saturday there is an opportunity for confession from 3:00 p.m. until 3:45 p.m. Additionally on Friday, March 30th there will be several priests listening to confessions from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. At 7:00 p.m. a Communal Penance Service will be celebrated along with the Stations of the Cross. At the end of that service, General Absolution will be offered to all present, as an alternative to individual confession.

spring 2013: Parish Trip To austria, Czech republic, & Poland

Spring 2013: Parish trip to Austria, Czech republic and Poland We are very excited to announce another spectacular Parish Trip in Spring of 2013! (end of April - beginning of May) This time we will visit three central-European countries: Austria, Czech Republic and Poland. In twelve days we will discover all the most important sites in Vienna, Prague and Krakow. Of course, we will also pray at the Shrine of Black Madonna in Czestochowa and visit amazing town of Zakopane in Polish Tatra mountains. Estimated cost of the trip is below $3500.00 per person. All the preparations have begun and we are ready to officially start the sign up list. Please, contact the rectory (314.421.5948 or office@stanislauskostka.com) if you would like to join us on this magical trip!