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REACHING OUT WITH SERVANT HEARTS
FROM OUR PASTOR

On behalf of our entire community, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Saint Gilbert Parish! We regard ourselves not just as a warm and welcoming Catholic congregation, but as a family of committed disciples of Jesus Christ, broad and diverse, yet reflective of our small-town heritage.


The life and mission of our parish expresses itself in three areas of endeavor - liturgy and prayer, faith formation, and community-building and service. This statement of mission can be summarized in three simple words - prayer, learning, and service - because that’s what we believe the Gospel and the Church call us to as intentional followers of Christ.


I am partial, of course, but I believe we at Saint Gilbert do these three things effectively, and that is attributable to the commitment and efforts of many dedicated volunteers, members of parish ministries, and staff who carefully plan, organize, and direct the work of building Christ’s Kingdom in our midst. We are privileged to serve you in the name of Christ, and we invite you to join with us by offering your talents and what time you are able to the service of others.


Peace,


Fr. John Chrzan

NEWS & NOTES

Join us for Mass on our YouTube Channel. 

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Saint Gilbert Parish YouTube Channel

RELICS OF ST. JUDE
RESOURCES AND LINKS

Discover additional information regarding Masses as well as opportunities for spiritual growth and fellowship in the links below.

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Liturgy News & Notes

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K of C October Blood Drive 10/1/23

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FOOD PANTRY NEWS

For local food pantry inquiries, please contact Avon Township at (847) 546-1446.

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For all other basic essentials of living inquiries, please contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society at (224) 360-9161. All help is confidential.

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Donations Needed

GET ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, READ!

Yes, Deacon Mark's Adult Ed is back! Bring your Bible to the Multi-Purpose Room of the Parish Center on Mondays, September 11, 18, 25 & October 2 from 7PM to 8PM, as we explore the Gospel of Mark. Read about baffled Apostles, pigs hurling themselves off a cliff, demoniacs, and Canaanite dogs! Good stuff!

RCIA BLESSING
ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO…

 

  • Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?

  • Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?

  • Was baptized in a Christian faith and has questions about the Catholic faith?

  • Is looking for a deeper relationship with Jesus but does not know how to start?

 

We offer an opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist during the Easter season. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting.

 

Interested?  Call the St. Gilbert rectory office at (847) 223-4731 or email business.office@stgilbert.org

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL

The Annual Catholic Appeal is an invitation for every Catholic family to respond with a generous heart. Your gift will provide inspiration, education and services to the less fortunate in our Archdiocese and throughout the world. As always, we are eternally grateful for the continued support of our faith community as we work collaboratively to carry out the work of Christ here at Saint Gilbert Parish. Please visit the Annual Catholic Appeal website for additional information. This effort does so much to help our parish, our community and ministries that are vital to the archdiocese. Please consider making a gift to support the Annual Catholic Appeal this year and join us in “Making all things new."

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Annual Catholic Appeal

LITURGICAL SCHEDULES
MASS TIMES

Saturday Vigil Mass for Sunday: 5:00PM

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Sunday Masses:

7:30AM (Missa Brevis)

9:00AM & 11:00AM

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Monday through Saturday:

8:00AM (Chapel)

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(11:00AM Sunday and 8:00AM Weekday Masses

simultaneously LIVESTREAMED on YouTube)

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RECONCILIATION

Saturdays: 4:00PM-4:45PM (Church)

Appointments available upon request.

EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION

Wednesday: 9:00AM-9:00PM (Chapel)

(Benediction at 8:50PM)

HOLY DAYS & SPECIAL LITURGIES

Ash Wednesday Masses with Ash Distribution:

6:30AM, 8:00AM, 12:00PM, 4:00PM, & 7:00PM (all in Church)

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Easter Vigil: 7:00 PM

(Simultaneously LIVESTREAMED on YouTube)

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Easter Sunday: 7:30AM, 9:00AM, & 11:00AM

(11:00AM Mass simultaneously LIVESTREAMED on YouTube)

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All Saints: November 1
6:30AM (Chapel), 8:00AM & 7:00PM (Church)

All Souls' Remembrance Mass: November 2
7:00PM (Church)

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Thanksgiving Day: 9:00AM

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Immaculate Conception: December 8

6:30AM (Chapel), 8:00AM & 7:00PM (Church)

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Christmas Eve Vigil: 4:00PM & 10:00PM

(Carols begin at 9:30PM) 

(4:00PM & 10:00PM Mass simultaneously LIVESTREAMED on YouTube)

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Christmas Day: 9:00AM & 11:00AM 

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New Year's Eve: 5:00PM Vigil Mass

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New Year's Day (Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God):
7:30AM, 9:00AM, 11:00AM (all in Church)

(11:00AM Mass simultaneously LIVESTREAMED on YouTube)

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Please note: We offer a Hearing Loop for those members that are hearing impaired. Switch hearing aid to T-Coil.

LATEST VIDEOS
SAINT GILBERT
CATHOLIC SCHOOL

We invite you to visit our school and discover what our Saint Gilbert community has to offer your family. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about our 2017 Nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School.

RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION

Visit our Religious Education page for registration information, class schedules, and important dates. We look forward to supporting and guiding families as they strengthen their relationship with God.

ENJOY MUSIC FROM OUR GGB,
Courtesy of Mark Meyer
Surely the Presence of the Lord is in this Place
I Shall Not Want
Here I Am Lord (guests Fr. John & Fr. Christian)
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