St. Mary's Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

This week's Mass intentions include prayers for the sick like Jennifer Daly, Kirsten Braman, and Lorena Palomino. Mass schedule: Saturday 4PM (English), Sunday 11AM (Spanish), and Tuesday 12PM. Confessions available on Saturday 3-3:50 PM, Sunday 10:30 AM & 7 PM, and Tuesday 11:20-11:50 AM & 6-6:50 PM.

Save the Date: The Altar Society Bazaar will be held on November 6th from 8AM-4PM and November 7th from 8AM-2PM. Additionally, Sister Catalina's farewell events will take place on October 11th at 10AM at St. James and on October 14th at 7:20PM at St. Patrick. Let's express our gratitude and prayers for her mission in the Philippines.

October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary. Let's join in prayer and devotion during this special month, reflecting on the significance of this powerful prayer in our Christian journey.

Engage in Eucharistic Adoration at various times: Sunday 7-7:55 PM, Tuesday 12-7 PM, and 1st Saturday 7-8 PM. It's a time for deep prayer and connection with the Blessed Sacrament.

The MIR House of Prayer seeks adorers for specific hours: Thursday 2am & 3am, and Saturday 1pm & 2pm. Contact Pat Castor or Ellen Johnson to offer your prayerful presence.

Join us for the Chili Cook Off & Cook Off event on Saturday, October 11. Bring your best chili recipe to compete for prizes! Event starts at 9:00 AM.

Get ready for the Dueling Decades Trivia Night on Saturday, October 17 at 6:30 PM. Test your knowledge of the 60s, 80s, 00s, and 10s! Bring a team and compete for prizes.

Parents and grandparents of children ages 3-8 are invited to a workshop on the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program on Wednesday, October 21 at 5 PM. Learn how to bring the program into your home.

Join us for a Blood Drive on Tuesday, November 3 from 3:00-7:00 PM in the St. Patrick Social Hall. Your donation can help save lives. Register at

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Mark your calendars for the Christmas Treasure Market on November 21-22. Find unique Christmas items and gifts for the holiday season. Donations accepted on November 20 from 1-7 PM.

Join us for Weekend Mass on Saturday at 4:00pm and Sunday at 8:30am & 11:00am. Weekday Masses are held Monday through Friday at 9:00am.

Adoration is available Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 9:00am. Reconciliation is offered on Saturdays from 2:45pm to 3:45pm or by appointment.

Join us for the Rosary on Saturdays at 3:25pm. The Respect Life Committee is hosting a meeting on Monday, October 12 at 6:00pm. Early voting is available from September 22 to November 3 for Amendment 3.

Learn more about Borromeo Academy & Early Childhood Center located at 804 NE Shady Lane Dr. Office hours are Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm and Friday from 8:00am to 12:00pm.

Prayer for vocations is encouraged within the diocese. Contact the parish office for information on an upcoming retreat at St. Andrew the Apostle Church. The Respect Life Ministry is commencing Respect Life Month activities with donations supporting various organizations.

Sun: Mass at 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am. SJCA Middle School Inclusion Group at 12:30pm. Mon: Mass at 7am, 8:15am.

Fr. Mark reflects on the virtue of hospitality this week. Let us open our hearts to friendship, peace, and love as we follow God's generous hospitality.

Baptism classes are available to bring your child into God's family. Confirmation classes for incoming 6th graders and those in grades 7-12 starting in September. Call to sign up.

Oct 17: Breadmaking Retreat from 9am-12pm. Oct 21: Senior Citizens' Day Mass & Brunch starting at 9am. Oct 24-25: Day of the Dead Altar display in Gaspar Hall.

Pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. All Catholics are encouraged to seek out and support those called to serve in a special way.