St. Bonaventure

Fr. Eddie expresses gratitude for the successful Fall Festival and emphasizes the importance of parish unity and service. Parishioners are encouraged to continue supporting events that strengthen the community.

Fr. Eddie urges parishioners to vote for Amendment 3 on November 3, emphasizing the Catholic stance on protecting all human life. He calls for informed decisions aligned with faith teachings to support the protection of the unborn.

An end-of-year Fall Festival Committee meeting is announced in the coming weeks. Attendees are encouraged to bring suggestions and recommendations for future events, emphasizing collaboration and community involvement.

Envelopes for World Mission Sunday are available in the church vestibule. Parishioners are encouraged to support this mission-focused day by contributing to the cause.

Parishioners can utilize online giving QR codes to support the church. The regular Mass schedule, including weekday and weekend Masses, along with Reconciliation timings, are also highlighted for easy access to spiritual activities.

Weekend Masses: Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9:00am & 11:00am (in Spanish). Weekday Masses: Monday & Tuesday at 5:30pm, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 8:00 am (Friday in Spanish). Confession times also available.

List of Mass intentions for the upcoming week, including Eucharistic Ministers assigned for each Mass. Please include those in need of prayers in your thoughts.

Various events, classes, church meetings, and gatherings including ESL classes on Mondays, Daughters of Isabella Rummage Sale on October 15th, and kickoff of the Jubilee Year of Our Lady of Guadalupe starting on October 12th, 2026.

Important parish announcements, schedules, and reminders. Includes information on Baptism, Marriage Sacraments, and a Music Ministry Workshop on October 24th. Also, a call to participate in an upcoming Advent book study.

Join us for our Fall Dinner, a cherished tradition at St. Mary's. Share good food and fellowship with our parish family and neighbors. Your support and presence make this event possible. Date: TBA

This week, Fr. Maes and all priests of the Archdiocese of St. Louis will gather for the Priest Convocation. Daily Masses will be suspended. In case of a sacramental emergency, contact Holy Rosary parish office.

PSR Class update: No class on Monday, October 5, 2026. Children are required to check in with the PSR coordinator or their teacher at the Fall Festival on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Reminder: Fall Festival clean up on Monday, October 5. Volunteers needed to help put everything away inside and outside. Your time and talent are appreciated by the Fall Festival committee.

Join us for the Rosary on Saturdays at 4:00 PM and Sundays at 8:00 AM. Check the schedule for specific weeks and leaders. Let us pray together for our community and intentions.

Weekend Masses: Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9:00am & 11:00am en Español. Weekday Masses: Mon, Tue 5:30pm, Wed, Thu, Fri 8:00am & 8:00am (en Español). Confession: Sat 4:00pm - 4:45pm, Sun 10:00am - 10:45am or by appointment.

Please pray for the sick members of our parish including Richard Ackermann, Karen Darling, Jamie Mitchell-Buckert, and others. Contact the office to add or remove names.

1. Harvest Festival: Ticket Raffle, Gun Raffle, Chicken Dinner on Oct 24. 2. First Communion Classes starting Oct 14 in St. Mary’s room. 3. Coffee & Donut Social on Oct 11 at 10am in the Hall.

Please note that there will be no weekday Masses from Oct 5-9 as the priests will be attending the Priest Institute. Keep Dorothy Marie Carroll in your thoughts and prayers.

Couples with strong marriages and Catholic faith are sought for presenting at Engaged Encounter weekends. Contact Deacon Chad Freie for more information at 573-347-6962.

Volunteers are still needed for our Fall Dinner at St. Mary’s. Consider supporting the parish and spending time together as a parish family. This is a great opportunity for Confirmation candidates to earn service hours.