St. Mary of the Fields

Oct 11-18: Mass schedule, confession timings, rosary, prayer shawl making, youth groups, men's/women's groups, cemetery contacts. Please check the bulletin for detailed timings and locations.

Parents, for Sacrament of Baptism and Matrimony, please contact the parish office at least 6 months in advance. Marriage preparation program is mandatory. Procedures for Baptism are detailed in the bulletin.

Save the Date: Holy Hayride & Bonfire on October 25. Youth ministry activities, confirmation rehearsal on October 18. Volunteers needed for ongoing ministries like Rosary Club, After School activities, and StoneBridge Rosary.

Join a new Bible study series starting October 18 at 5:00 pm. Explore the Gospels in a different way, with a focus on the Bible's historical and geographical context. Hosted by Dave Stotts, it promises to be educational and engaging.

A confirmation rehearsal will be held on Sunday, October 18 following the 10 AM Mass at St. John’s. All candidates and sponsors must attend. Make sure to mark your calendars and participate in this significant event.

Mon: 7:20 AM Mass (SJ). Tue: 8:30 AM Mass (SJ). Wed: After School Rosary Club at 3:15 PM (church basement). Thu: 8:30 AM Mass (SJ). Fri: 7:20 AM Mass (SJ). Sun: 8 AM Mass (SJ), 10 AM Mass (SJ). Confessions and other activities also scheduled. Check for full details!

Don't miss St. Anthony's Fall Dinner and Fall Festival on Sunday, October 11th from 11 AM to 1:30 PM. Enjoy delicious food, family activities, crafts, and more. Join us for a wonderful day!

Families seeking the Sacrament of Baptism, please contact the pastor for details and preparation instructions. Let us help you in this important step of faith.

Let us pray for vocations, especially supporting young individuals in discerning their call to serve in God's Church. Parents, guide your children with love as they explore God's plan for their lives.

Join us in dedicating October to the Holy Rosary, a special Marian devotion. Pray daily for peace and faith, following the examples of saints and popes throughout history. Let us honor Mary with our fervent prayers.

Confirmation Class will be held on Sunday at 11 AM.

OCIA Classes will take place on Tuesday at 7:15 PM in the Cafeteria.

The School Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday at 6 PM.

Progress on the new church includes sanctuary subfloor construction, a donated crucifix, ongoing brickwork, and parking lot paving.

Volunteers are needed to help with tape and finishing the sheet rock at the rectory. Contact Jerry Stoverink at 573-450-1770 to assist or refer someone.

Monday: 8:00 AM - Eucharistic Adoration (SJ). Tuesday: 8:30 AM Mass (SJ). Wednesday: After School Rosary Club (church basement), 6:00 PM Mass (SA). Thursday: Confessions (SJ), Friday: Mass with the Macke Family (SJ). Saturday: Men’s Group, Women’s Cursillo, Confessions and Mass with the Eeftink Family (SA). Sunday: Mass (SJ), KC Eucharistic Adoration (SJ).

Confirmation rehearsal will be held on Sunday, October 18 after 10 AM Mass at St. John’s. Candidates and sponsors are required to attend. Mark your calendars!

Join us in praying the Hail Mary throughout October for the Flame of Love initiative. Let us spread the effects of the grace of the Flame of Love over all humanity. Blessed Virgin, guide us in our prayers.

October events include Rosaries each night, Fish Fry on October 2, Tootsie Roll Drive for the Developmentally Disabled on October 11-13, Hotze Breakfast on October 18, Market Place on October 24, and Trunk or Treat on October 31. Join in the various activities!

On Priesthood Sunday, reflect on serving God's people. Show gratitude to priests by writing a note of encouragement. Keep in prayer those discerning the vocation. Let us support and uplift all priests.