St. Anthony Parish Announcements
August 8,9
Welcome, and thank you to everyone who has joined us today for this Eucharistic Celebration. A special welcome and thank you to Father Ted and Father Jim, who are covering for Father Ignatius this weekend.
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today we celebrate the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The readings begin on page 187.
Please Keep in Your Prayers
Please pray for all St. Anthony’s friends and family members who are ill or deceased.
This week, we especially ask you to pray for Jack and Sarah Miller, Father Ignatius, Father Bo, Jim Benjamin, Jonathan Nichols, Linda Nichols, Javier Saldana, Father Ted, all parishioners suffering from illness, and everyone listed in our weekly parish bulletin.
Father Ignatius was hospitalized from Saturday through Wednesday but is now feeling much better. He will continue dialysis in Danville three days each week—Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. He is very appreciative of the meals, rides, prayers, and other assistance so many of you have offered.
Linda Nichols was hospitalized following a fall at home on Monday. Please keep Linda in your prayers.
Parish Name Ballots — Due August 9
You should have received a ballot in the mail to vote for our new parish name.
If you would like to vote, your ballot must be turned in by Sunday, August 9.
Additional ballots are available in the back of the church. Each adult parishioner may submit a ballot.
Thank You for a Wonderful Parish Picnic!
Our Indoor Parish Picnic was a great success! There was plenty of good food, lots of prizes, great hot dogs from the hot dog stand, fun games, a wonderful DJ, and a very busy cake walk.
Thank you to everyone who helped organize the picnic, worked at the event, donated prizes or food, and came out to enjoy the day!
Knights of Columbus — August 10
The Knights of Columbus will meet Monday, August 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Motsett Center.
Parish Bingo — August 11
Our next Parish Bingo will be Tuesday, August 11.
Doors open: 5:00 p.m.
Games begin: 6:00 p.m.
Come join us for an evening of fun and fellowship! Food will be available for purchase.
Marian Conference — August 15
A Marian Conference celebrating the Feast of the Assumption will be held Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location:
LaSalle-Peru Township High School Auditorium
541 Chartres Street
LaSalle, IL 61301
Admission is free.
For more information, call 779-201-0544.
Coffee & Rosary — August 18
The next Coffee & Rosary will be Tuesday, August 18, at 9:15 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
Men’s Cursillo — August 28–30
A Men’s Cursillo will be held August 28–30 at Our Lady of the Lake Church in Mahomet, Illinois.
To register, call Dick Baxley at 217-377-0318.
History of the Diocese of Peoria
The new book chronicling the history of the Diocese of Peoria has arrived at the parish office.
We have 20 copies available for purchase at $39 each.
Parish Volunteers Needed
Please consider serving our parish as a:
Lector
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
Usher
Altar Server
There is a real need for volunteers in our parish. Your time and service would be greatly appreciated!
Benefit Raffle
A benefit raffle is being held to support Father Leonard’s mission and to assist with Father Ignatius’ legal expenses associated with renewing his visa.
Thank you for your generosity and support.
July Collections
July 5: $1,799.00
July 12: $2,971.00
July 19: $1,291.00
July 26: $2,813.00