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Holy Family
Parish
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
Led by the spirit and example of the Holy Family, our parish community
embraces as its mission the salvation of all people.
Rooted in the celebration of the Eucharist, we go forth to serve, to educate,
and to live daily the message of Jesus Christ.
Holy Family Parish
2400 S. Franklin St. Rd.
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-6223
Mass Schedule Staff
Weekend Liturgies
Very Reverend Joseph Molloy……………Pastor
Saturday 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Sister Janet Pfile, O.P…….….Pastoral Associate
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Email: janet.pfile@comcast.net
Weekday Liturgies
Mrs. Joanne Kater..........................Parish Secretary
Monday 7:30 a.m. Email: holyfamilychurch1@comcast.net
Tuesday 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday 7:30 a.m.
Mrs. Debbie Alexander..............................Principal
Thursday 2:00 p.m.
Email: dalexander@hfcschool.org
Friday 7:30 a.m.
Mrs. Paige Brumit..……….…......School Secretary
Sacrament of Reconciliation Mrs. Diane Keller…….…….……PSR Coordinator
Saturday at 3:30 p.m. or by appointment. Mr. Peter Miller…..... Director of Music Ministries
Mrs. Ann Carr…….………...….Business Manager
Communion Calls
Please contact the parish office to make Rectory………….....217-423-6223
arrangements. School……...............217-423-7049
School Fax................217-423-0137
Sacrament of Baptism
Pastoral Associate….217-423-0240
Arrangements for Baptisms are made by calling the
parish office. Participation at the Baptismal Convent……….…....217-429-5931
Preparation Class for parents is a requirement for
the celebration of the sacrament. (If you need to HOLY FAMILY WEBSITE: decaturholyfamily.com
take a class, please contact Sr. Janet at 217-423-
0240 or janet.pfile@comcast.net.) HOLY FAMILY DECATUR
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Sacrament of Marriage
Arrangements for all weddings must be made at ROSARY will be prayed at 7:10 a.m.
least six (6)months in advance. Please call the parish before each daily 7:30 a.m. Mass.
office. Come, pray, & stay for Mass.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) PRAYER LINE REQUESTS: Rosanna Frey,
Classes for those interested in joining the Catholic 217-429-6657, or Barb Lesyna, 217-428-0058.
faith begin in the fall of each year and continue
through the Easter season. Please call Sr. Janet to ADORATION is on Thursdays from 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m. Please sign up for a 30-minute slot
inquire about the sessions. on the sheet in the vestibule. Any questions,
call Sandy Yelovich, 217-855-1196.
THE WORD OF GOD IS AVAILABLE 24/7 on
Decatur Catholic Radio WDCR FM 88.9/96.5
DEAR
HOLY
FAMILY
PARISHIONERS:
This Wednesday, April 21st, is Administrative Assistant Day, formally known as
Secretary’s Day. And our parish is SO fortunate to have two EXCELLENT women in
that role for us!
Our parish secretary is JOANNE KATER. She is my right hand person, keeping an
eye on me & helping me to find throughout the day my keys, water bottle, & phone. I
can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am to Joanne for her expertise, counsel, work ethic,
professionalism, friendliness & MUCH more. How fortunate HF is to have her at the
helm. I kid her often that she is the pastor—-ha!! Please pray for her on her special
day. Send her a note of gratitude for ALL she does for so many.
Moving on to the school we have PAIGE BRUMIT as the secretary. She keeps all
things organized & in proper order at HFCS. She is efficient, humorous, & welcoming.
Our students, staff, & parents are very lucky to have her as the first face you see. She is
the principal’s go-to person. I am very thankful for her presence at the school. Please
pray for her, also, this Wednesday. And, send her a note of thanks for all she does.
YOUR PASTOR, FR. JOE
P.S. Please note the following change in church for seating—The Ramp section (far left)
in the church is now OPEN, meaning that ALL pews in that section may be used for
seating. No chains up as before. If you have been vaccinated/feel comfortable being
next to others, then you are invited to sit there. The other 3 sections in church will
remain as they have been. Masks are still required for the time being. Let us strive to
help each other be as safe as possible. As to singing, let the Holy Spirit inspire you, but
if you do choose to sing, you are to wear a mask!!!
PLEASE NOTE: Bishop Paprocki has lifted the dispensation from attending Mass on Saturday
evening & Sunday morning. That means that all able-bodied Catholics are to come to celebrate Mass
from now on. The Bishop is maintaining a particular dispensation in the following areas:
1) Those 65 years of age or older . 2) Women who are pregnant.
3) Those who care for the sick. 4) Those at risk for severe illness.
5) Those who can’t be accommodated because the church is at COVID capacity.
If you are currently ill, have a fever or flu-like symptoms, or have good reason to think you are asymp-
tomatic of a contagious illness, you DO NOT need a dispensation & are morally excused.
SAINT OF THE WEEK—ST. ANSELM—-APRIL 21ST
Anselm was born in Italy & later a Benedictine monk, abbot, philosopher, & theologian.
From 1093-1109 he was the Archbishop of Canterbury. He died in 1109. He was a Doctor
of the Church & the “Father of Scholasticism.”
TUITION ASSISTANCE This year, once again, Fr. Joe has decided to scale down the requirements for HOLY FAMILY REGISTERED PARISHIONERS wishing to receive possible scholarships for their child(ren) to HFCS & St. Teresa HS. If you are interested in applying for either/both scholarships, you will need to have the requested information below into Fr. Joe by May 1st!! Please know that, if received after May 1st, the amount of the scholarship, if granted, may be less. The information needed is: NAME: PHONE: ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD INCOME FOR 2020: NAMES OF CHILD(REN) AT HFCS/ST TERESA & GRADE LEVELS FOR 2021/2022: ASSISTANCE FROM EMPOWER OR OTHER ORGANIZATION FOR 2021/2022? AMOUNT? ***Please put the information on a separate sheet of paper for HFCS & another one for St. Teresa, mail it to the rectory, 2400 S. Franklin St. Rd., 62521, or email to: holyfamilychurch1@comcast. MASS MINISTERS: It’s time! It’s time! Since the dispensation from Mass attendance during the Pandem- ic has been lifted, all liturgical ministers have been returned to “active” status in our MSP program, so it is necessary for you to list your away dates for all weekends of May and June. If, for reasons allowed by our bishop, you are not yet returning to ministry, please contact Sr. Janet (janet.pfile@comcast.net or 217-423- 0240). All information is due by Tues., April 20th. If you would like to be a new volunteer for any of the ministries, please contact Sr. Janet so that she can arrange for the necessary training.
PRAY FOR OUR SICK:
Donna Benting, Lynn Brinkman, Jamie
Brown, Pat Chott, Susie Christopher,
Cindy Crawford, Jake Damery, Jenny
Douglass, Holly Flenner, Susie Flynn,
DON’T FORGET TO INVITE Michele Garvey, Russel Hedges, Cathy
SOMEONE TO MASS WITH YOU! Helfrich, Becca Hogan, Mike Hogan, Kathy Kirby,
Tom Little, Joy Madsen, Kaye Moser Norlin,
ADORATION AT ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL Debbie Peters, Sr. Judith Pfile, O.P., Donna
CHAPEL has started up again. The days and hours Raycraft, Silver Riley, Rhiannon Robinson, Gene
will be Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If Velchek, Laverne Wade, Amy Wagoner, Carolyn
you are interested, please call Tim Hagenbruch for Wilson, Gary Woolington
more details at 217-454-7967.
SICK LIST POLICY: Names will be removed
PLEASE READ: The CRY ROOM & after 4 weeks unless resubmitted. Please call the
rectory or email holyfamilychurch1@comcast.net to
ELDERLY ROOM are now OPEN! But, add or remove a name. New names added each
we do ask that ONLY 4 (four) families be week will be in BOLD for 1 week.
in the CRY ROOM at one time, & that
only 8 (eight) people be in the ELDERLY DON’T FORGET to invite someone you know
ROOM at once. This is for the safety of back to Mass! You can be a great ambassador for
all parishioners. Thank you! our parish. Let us fill the pews of Holy Family!!
WELCOME to Bradley & Teresa
PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS! Gillmar. They have recently joined our
parish. We’re glad you are at HF!
Interested in Becoming a
Member of Holy Family?
The process is easy—there are new member forms
on the credenza in the Elderly Room in church, the
room to the right as you enter. Just complete the
form & then mail to the rectory or drop in the week-
ly collection. Please call the rectory office with any CONGRATULATIONS to Tom & Linda
questions--423-6223. Valdahl who celebrate their 60th WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY on April 22nd. May God bless
EASTER CARDS: To all of you that sent those you on this very special day!
beautiful Easter cards, I want to thank you! You are
so kind and thoughtful! Your messages make me MASKS must be worn during all Masses and ser-
feel so connected to my Holy Family “Family.” God vices at HF. Please comply, showing respect for
Bless You All. — Donna Benting others in church. Thanks!
SIMPLE AND TO THE POINT—WE NEED YOU TO GIVE TO HELP OFFSET A
BILL WE MUST PAY TO THE DIOCESE! The former ANNUAL CATHOLIC
SERVICES APPEAL is now the Bishop’s Tithe, where 10% of our income goes directly
to Springfield to help with the Diocesan Church needs. We do benefit from many of the
services that our Diocese provides. Please respond to the Lord’ call to see ourselves as
part of a larger faith community, the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. We
support our local Church; it is time to support our Diocesan Church. Our
assessment is $86,402, and we have pledged $77,173.00. MARK AN
ENVELOPE “BISHOP’S TITHE” OR PICK ONE UP AT THE VESTI-
BULE EXITS & MAIL TO THE RECTORY OR PUT IN COLLECTION
BASKET AT EACH EXIT. Thanks to those who have already contributed!
PRAYER FOR PROTECTION FROM THE CORONA VIRUS
Our Father Who Art In Heaven, please blanket our nation in protection from the Corona virus. Thank
you for healing our land and protecting those who are most vulnerable. Give peace to those who
struggle with loneliness and isolation, and endurance to the many businesses that are affected by
our feeble attempts to control Corona. Come to the bedside of those who are struggling with the effects of con-
tracting the virus. Please protect and give guidance to those healthcare workers who place themselves in dan-
ger caring for the sick. Hear our prayer O Lord. We pray this in the powerful and victorious name of your only
Begotten Son, Jesus Christ of Nazareth, Amen.
PLEASE have Holy Family in your will or as a memorial at the time of a loved one’s death. Also, have our
parish as a beneficiary in your insurance policy. Thank you for remembering Holy Family Parish!!
PLEASE NOTE: Daily Mass at 7:30 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday. These Masses will
be preceded by a 7:10 a.m. Rosary. Mass on Thursdays will be at 2:00 p.m., being open only to
students from HFCS each week. All will be live-streamed.
St. Teresa Mega Raffle
Your chance to win $100,000. Tickets are $100. Buy a ticket now online at STTMEGA.com. or call 217-
875-7950. Increase your chances of winning by purchasing one of our ticket packages: Buy 2 tickets ($200)
and get ONE FREE; Buy 3 tickets ($300) get two FREE; or buy 5 tickets ($500) get FIVE FREE. Visit
www.sttmega.com for more information or to purchase your tickets now! Holy Family Catholic School
will receive $10 for every ticket purchased listing it as the school of choice.
FORMED has books, audios, movies, & bible study & faith formation programs for both children and adults.
Try Formed by going to decaturholyfamily.formed.org. This does not cost you anything to sign up as the par-
ish pays for the subscription. Questions? Contact the parish office at 423-6223.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Acts 6:8-15; Jn 6:22-29
Tuesday: Acts 7:51 — 8:1a; Jn 6:30-
35
Wednesday: Acts 8:1b-8; Jn 6:35-40
Thursday: Acts 8:26-40; Jn 6:44-51
Friday: Acts 9:1-20; Jn 6:52-59
Saturday: Acts 9:31-42; Jn 6:60-69
MONDAY, April 19 Sunday: Acts 4:8-12; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 21-23,
7:30 a.m. Chal Bowman 26, 28, 29; 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18
(John & Susie Skeffington)
TUESDAY, April 20 READ & PRAY OVER THE LORD’S WORD EACH DAY!
7:30 a.m. Bob Stengel (Janet Couter)
WEDNESDAY, April 21
7:30 a.m. Gloria Fiorenza (Diane Keller) Thank you for your generosity!
THURSDAY, April 22
2:00 p.m. Paul Hogan (Hogan Family)
FRIDAY, April 23
7:30 a.m. Tom & Teri Hogan (Hogan Family)
SATURDAY, April 24
4:30 p.m. Bob Elam April 10 & 11, 2021
(Michael & Betty Ann Holthaus)
SUNDAY, April 25 Envelopes….…………………$ 18,660.00
8:00 a.m. Jim, Louise & Kathy Delahunty Sister Parish……………….….$ 337.00
(The Delahuntys) Building Fund…………….......$ 295.00
10:00 a.m. Holy Family Parishioners Easter…………………………$ 830.00
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