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PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm
(closed noon to 1:00pm)
Friday 8:30am-Noon
Call the Parish Office to: Register as a New Parishioner,
Schedule a Baptism, or Schedule a Wedding
Please call at least six months before your wedding.
You may also register as a new parishioner on
the parish website.
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday 4:30pm
Sunday 7:00am, 8:15am
10:00am, 11:30am
Daily Mass
Monday-Saturday 7:00am, 8:15am
LIVESTREAM
Monday-Saturday 8:15am
Sunday 10:00am
CONFESSION SCHEDULE
Wednesday 7:30am-8:00am
Saturday 8:45am-9:45am
3:30pm-4:15pm
Sunday 9:15am-9:45am
PARISH CLERGY
Reverend Msgr Steve Knox - Pastor
Reverend Sean Grismer - Associate Pastor
Reverend John McNamara - Associate Pastor
Deacons
Philip Abel, William Riseley, John Gibson
April 18, 2021
WANT TO CONNECT TO A LIVESTREAM?
Connect through…
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FROM THE DESK OF MSGR. STEVE KNOX
Dear Friends in Christ,
Diocesan Stewardship Appeal 2021
Once a year, we conduct our Annual Diocesan Stewardship Appeal to support our
diocesan ministries. It was not long after the pandemic hit, a little over a year ago, that
we launched the 2020 Diocesan Appeal. Our parish did an amazing job, and we were able
to reach our goal for the well-being of our diocese. The theme Bishop Malloy has desig-
nated for this year’s appeal is “Bear Much Fruit” (John 15:5). The stronger our connection
to Jesus is, the more our lives bear the good fruit of virtue and service.
This Appeal supports all of our diocesan ministries. The appeal supports seminary education for our
future priests. St. Bridget has been blessed by this ministry by many wonderful priests over the years. Our
parish is a great place for seminarians to experience ministry and parish life. Seminarian, Ian Ordonez will
be with us this coming summer. The Appeal also supports the Permanent Diaconate Office, Lay Ministry
Formation, Catholic Charities and other social service ministries, and the offices that oversee youth ministry,
marriage preparation, religious education, and Catholic schools. Those are just a few of the ministries that
receive support from the Annual Appeal.
Each parish is given a target amount toward the overall diocesan
budget. For the 2021 Appeal, our parish is asked to contribute $113,387.00
as our fair share of the diocesan budget. In light of the challenging econom-
ic times, our diocese has decreased its budget for the 7th year in a row. Our
diocesan leaders strive to be wise stewards of the resources that are con-
tributed by parishioners. If it is possible for you to contribute $250 over the
course of the year that would be greatly appreciated. Some may be able to
pledge more and others less in light of your circumstances. It is also possi-
ble to make your pledge online at www.rockforddiocese.org/donate/ to
donate easily and securely. It is important that we make our target because
any shortfall will need to be made up out of our operating budget. Any
amount raised over the target comes back to the parish which can be used
for our ministry needs.
Please give some prayerful consideration to supporting this im-
portant appeal. An Appeal envelope will be coming in the mail soon. On
behalf of Bishop Malloy, I would like to thank you for your support of our
Diocesan Church which covers most of Northern Illinois. We are blessed to
be part of a great diocese, so let us do our part to keep our diocesan ministries growing and strong!
Welcome Cindy Godawski
We were blessed to have Debbie VanSistine serve as our business manager for over 5 years. Debbie
recently discerned that it was time to move on from her position to be able to spend more time with her
family. She and her husband Mike will continue to be parishioners.
We are happy that Cindy Godawski will be our new business manager. Cindy has served for a num-
ber of years in that position at St. Peter in South Beloit. We welcome her and her family to St. Bridget Par-
ish. She will be a great addition to our staff. Welcome Cindy!
In Christ,
Msgr. Steve Knox
My name is Cindy Godawski and I am blessed and honored to be the new business manager.
I was born and raised in Elgin, and attended Judson College and Keller Graduate School of
Management, graduating with a degree in accounting and finance. I moved to Roscoe in
1995 with my husband and son, who is now married and lives nearby.
I have been the business manager at St. Peter, South Beloit for the past 8 years, and am
very much looking forward to serving at St. Bridget Parish.
My husband and I have been attending St. Bridget for almost a year and we have always
felt welcomed, and are thankful to everyone for making us feel at home.
MONDAY EVENING PRAISE AND WORSHIP GATHERINGS
Each Monday evening from 7:00pm-7:45pm, we have praise and worship in the Church with Eucharistic Ado-
ration. The gathering is also livestreamed. We ask those who attend to wear a face covering. The evening is
led by our priests. The music genre is contemporary Christian music led by Jake Washington and some of
our young adults. These evenings allow us to connect with the Lord in a special way and be led into deeper
spiritual waters through Adoration and uplifting, prayerful music. We all need peace of mind and peace of
heart so please consider joining us on Monday evenings!
FRIDAY EVENING ROSARY AND ADORATION
Each Friday evening from 7:00pm-7:45pm, we pray the Rosary in the Church with Eucharistic Adoration. The
gathering is also livestreamed. We ask those who attend to wear a face covering, and maintain social dis-
tancing. The evening is led by our priests. We all need peace of mind and peace of heart so please consider
joining us on Friday evenings!
TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH
Join us for an interactive workshop designed especially for individuals with ongoing health
conditions. Learn about skills and tools in self-management. This NO COST workshop meets
for 2-2½ hours for 6 sessions. Topics covered: Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, Stress Man-
agement, Action Planning and much more! CLASS SIZE is LIMITED to 15 persons for covid safety measures as
well and you MUST REGISTER PRIOR, no later than APRIL 21st. To Register or if you have questions regarding
the workshop, contact Karen Gugliuzza (parishioner) at 815-964-0292 or emailing to [email protected]
WHEN: Monday-April 26th, Monday-May 3rd, Monday-May 10th, Wednesday-May 12th,
Monday-May 17th, and Wednesday-May 19th
TIME: 1:00-3:30pm WHERE: Parish Center - Classroom C
APRIL DISCIPLESHIP NIGHTS
“The Power of the Resurrection!”
April 14 and April 21, 7:00-7:45pm
In Church and Livestream
Wednesday, April 21st—Part 2: “The Power of the Resurrection!”
Presented by Fr. John McNamara
Fr. John will explore the gift of eternal life and the conquering of death flowing from the resurrection of
Jesus. He will also show how the resurrection of Jesus impacts our daily life as Christians, and how it sup-
plies us with hope.
If you missed Wednesday, April 14th—Part 1: “The Power of the Resurrection!”
Presented by Fr. Sean Grismer
You can watch it on our YouTube Channel or the Parish Website.
HEALING HEARTS 815
YOUTH GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Did you know that 1 in 5 children will experience the death of someone close to
them by the age of 18. At Healing Hearts, we understand that it can be helpful to talk
about the loss of a loved one and the adjustments that follow after your loss. While there
are no simple answers, we hope to give young people the permission to grieve and a place to share their
journey with others experiencing similar loss.
Healing Hearts will meet from 4:00pm-5:00pm on the first Sunday of the month at Holy Family Catholic
Church starting on May 2nd. We welcome young people grades 6 and up. Healing Hearts is led by Elizabeth
Hand, a Holy Family parishioner and local educator. Elizabeth experienced the loss of her sister at age 15
and knows first hand the importance of a support group for young people to process their grief. For more
information or to register, email Elizabeth Hand at [email protected]
ST. BRIDGET CATHOLIC SCHOOL: PRESCHOOL EXPANSION PROJECT
This summer, we are planning on doing some remodeling in a number of rooms in the west wing of
our school. This is the wing where we have our preschool and kindergarten classrooms. Our preschool pro-
gram has been constrained by having only one classroom. The remodel will involve transforming two large
classrooms into three, relocating our teacher’s lounge, adding restrooms in that wing, and enlarging our
nurse’s office. The kindergarten room at the end of the hallway will stay the same. This will give us two class-
rooms for kindergarten and two for preschool.
Having a second classroom dedicated to preschool will allow us to expand our program and provide
options for parents, including full day sessions for both 3 and 4 year olds. Most of our students who are part
of our preschool continue on for kindergarten and grade school. This expansion will be good for the long
term health of our school.
Thank you for your on-going support of St. Bridget School. May the Lord bless you and your family
with much joy and peace this Easter Season!
In Christ,
Msgr. Steve Knox and Principal Mary Toldo
ST. BRIDGET SCHOOL NEWS
In 6th grade Physical Science, students are applying their knowledge of Newton's First and Sec-
ond Laws of Motion. The students are designing Roller Coasters made from paper plates, cups,
and masking tape. They will send a marble through the roller coaster encountering turns,
spins, and loops. Understanding gravitational pull makes
this project a challenge, yet so fun and rewarding.
Social distancing in schools has been a big topic all
year now. P.E. is a little challenging, but the students
just finished a volleyball unit. They learned the three
hits: bump, set, and spike. When playing, the students are able to
move, have fun, and maintain social distance to keep everyone safe!
DIVORCED AND HEALING
Divorced and Healing is an open and ongoing support
group that helps individuals cope and heal from di-
vorce and separation. Speakers and faith sharing are
offered throughout the year. Whether recently di-
vorced or 20+ years out, this group is for you.
Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 28th
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Classroom A in Parish Center
Please call Rita at 815-277-7118 or Len at 815-654-9727
with any concern you may have. We are always happy
to talk with you. Stay healthy! God Bless!
Future meeting dates: 5/12, 5/26, 6/9, 6/23, 7/7, 7/21
ST. BRIDGET FOOD PANTRY
The next distribution day will be Wednesday, April 21st,
from 4:00pm until 6:00pm. Any questions or if you
would like to volunteer, please call Deacon Phil Abel at
815-262-1847.
Food Pantry is in need of the following items:
toothpaste, Rice a Roni, brownie mixes, pasta, and
cereal. Your donations are greatly appreciated!
Please know the recipients of your donations are so
very grateful. Your generosity and kindness enables
the Pantry to help many of those who otherwise might
not have enough to eat or properly care for them-
selves. God bless you!
SEASONS OF HOPE
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Please
come to this Christ-centered series where we seek
to find hope in the midst of sorrow. Anyone in the
Greater Rockford Area who is mourning the loss of
a loved one is encouraged to attend and invited to
bring a guest. Please join us.
Next Meeting: Monday, April 26th
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Hospitality Room of Church
Our sessions will involve meditation on Sacred Scrip-
ture, grounded in our Catholic faith, and no-pressure
group discussion. Bring your Bible. For more infor-
mation or to let us know that you would like to at-
tend, please contact Kay Ethington 815-633-6311 or
email [email protected]
Future meeting dates: 5/10, 5/24
COVID-19 RELIEF FUNDING
IS AVAILABLE THROUGH
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Rent, mortgage, utilities, and water
assistance is available.
To qualify for this funding, there needs to be a finan-
cial hardship related to COVID-19 as well as residency
in Winnebago County. Available for a limited time.
Call Catholic Charities at 815-544-5434, ext. 2, to see
if you qualify.
CRAFT FAIR
We are sad to announce that Craft Fair will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This was a
difficult decision but made out of the best interest of our exhibitors, volunteers, and shoppers. As plans for
the 2022 Craft Fair are made, we will keep you informed. Thank you for your support.
We love getting to hang out with all of our Middle
and High School students!
Our next High School Youth Night is tonight,
Sunday, April 18th, in the Underground (Parish
Center basement) from 6:00pm-7:30pm.
Our next Middle School Youth Night is on
Wednesday, April 21st, in the Underground (Parish
Center basement) from 6:00pm-7:30pm.
We always welcome new students and if you have
any questions please feel free to reach out to Ash-
ley or Jake at [email protected] or
[email protected] and please
remember, stay safe, stay kind, and wear a mask!
GUARDIAN ANGEL ENVELOPE
Once every two months, we will have an envelope in
the contribution envelope packet that gets sent out to
parishioners. Proceeds from the Guardian Angel enve-
lope will go to help provide temporary tuition support
to our school families that are undergoing struggles
because of sickness or employment issues. This will
help them to keep their children in our school during
tough times. If you would like more information on
how to contribute to the Guardian Angel Fund, please
contact Principal, Mary Toldo, at the school by calling
815-633-8255.
SAINT RITA CHAPLET
We will be praying the Chaplet to St. Rita of Cascia
every second Thursday of each month. Our next
meeting is Thursday, May 13th. We meet in the Cry
Room of the Church after the 8:15am Mass.
The intercession of this blessed saint of the most
hopeless and impossible cases would be a tremen-
dous aid not only in our personal situations, but
even more so, on a global level. Please remember
to pray to her, especially for our brothers and sis-
ters who have not or cannot return to Church, and
for those stricken with COVID-19.
For any questions contact Sid Papini at 815-985-
3404 or email [email protected]
“No problem is too small to bring to Saint Rita.
She will draw you close to the Heart of Jesus, and she
will not fail you!”
St. Bridget Knights of Columbus, Council 4330 is
part of the world’s largest Catholic Fraternal Organi-
zation. Our purpose is to serve St. Bridget’s fami-
lies, Seminarians, and our community. Our meet-
ing will be on the second Tuesday of the month
from 6:30pm – 9:00pm.
We are seeking like-minded men who are interest-
ed in joining us. Please contact Grand Knight, Mar-
tin Reyes, at [email protected] or call
815-988-2734.
APRIL 18TH - THIRD
SUNDAY OF EASTER
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus ex-
plains that the meaning of the scrip-
tures. Like the disciples, when we
offer and receive forgiveness our hearts burn be-
cause we encounter the risen Christ within us.
Have you considered answering the call to “help the
poor find forgiveness and healing in their life” by
joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?
If you are interested in finding out more about St. Vin-
cent de Paul, please email us your name, phone number
and email address to [email protected]
LOW GLUTEN HOSTS ARE AVAILABLE
Persons with Celiac disease are oftentimes unable
to consume communion hosts used at Mass be-
cause of an intolerance to gluten. A host has been
developed that has been given Vatican approval. It
has a miniscule amount of gluten to make it valid
matter for the Eucharist. Most people with Celiac
disease or a gluten intolerance are able to consume
these hosts.
If you need to receive one of these hosts, the main
priest celebrant at the Mass will have a pyx (small
container) in his ciborium that contains the low glu-
ten hosts. Please let one of the priests or the sacris-
tan know before Mass that you are in need of a low
gluten host. When you come up to the priest simp-
ly say “special host”, and the priest will know which
host you need to receive. If you have any questions
on this please call or email one of the priests and
we will be happy to assist you.
ST. BRIDGET ONLINE GIVING
Do you want to transition away from envelopes
and contribute electronically? It is the earth and
budget friendly way to go! It saves our Parish mon-
ey not sending monthly envelopes. Visit our web-
site at www.stbridgetlovespark.org and on the
home page, click on “Giving”. You will be directed
to the St. Bridget Online Giving Page. Set up each
way in which you would like to contribute. If you
have any questions or need help, please call Lynn
at the Parish Office at 815-633-6311. It is also fine
to continue to receive envelopes through the mail.
WEEKLY COLLECTION INCOME
FOR APRIL 11, 2021
Registered Families 2,159
Sunday Envelopes $9,679.00
Offertory $982.00
Online (225) $7,942.50
Total for the week $18,603.50
ARE YOU AN EMPLOYEE OR VOLUNTEER AT ST. BRIDGET?
DOES YOUR GROUP OR ORGANIZATION MEET AT
ST. BRIDGET?
The Diocese of Rockford Safe Environment required
paperwork and trainings are now accessed online! All
employees and volunteers now have a Virtus Account.
How do I access my account? You will receive and
email, from Virtus, informing you of your User ID
and instructions on how to access your account. This
will include a direct link to the Virtus website. If you
are unsure of your password, you can click “Need
Login Information” and it will allow you set your
password to whatever you would like.
If you do not have an email, each diocesan location
has a Virtus Site Administrator who will be able to
provide you with your User ID so you can also enter
your User ID and click Need Login Information to
choose a password you would prefer.
What do I have to do right now? Please access your
account, by logging into Virtus, and update your con-
tact information. Our Virtus Site Administrators have
been working diligently for the last few months manu-
ally entering all the dates of everything you have al-
ready completed so you are not being asked to resign
or retake any trainings previously completed. If you
are missing any documents or trainings the system
will make that visible when you log in and ask you
to complete or acknowledge those requirements.
Have an questions? Please contact Debby Brown
at the Parish Office 815-633-6311.
LENTEN ALMSGIVING
Please remember to turn in your Hope for
Haitian Boxes this week to the Parish Office
during office hours or next Sunday at Mass.
SCRIP DATES FOR 2021
If you purchase scrip, you will be purchasing a gift
card at face value. The rebate offered by that busi-
ness will be applied to either a specific family’s ac-
count to offset tuition or the general tuition assis-
tance. Please consider purchasing scrip.
Scrip will be holding a Cash & Carry on the last Fri-
day of each month from 10:00am until 11:30am in
the narthex of the Church. We only have one
more day scheduled, Friday, April 30th. Any
changes in the schedule due to the pandemic will
be noted in the bulletin.
Thank you for your support of St. Bridget’s scrip
program. It truly makes a difference for families at
St. Bridget School! If you have questions, please
contact Sarah Butenhoff, scrip coordinator, at
ATTENTION MEN OF
ST. BRIDGET PARISH
Come Join Us…
(Virtually or In Person)
for THAT MAN IS YOU!
Every Saturday Morning
from 6:45am to 8:00am
In the Mitchell Parish Center, Classroom B
Spring Semester Theme: All Things New
Week 23 - April 24th: Angelic Guardians
Week 24 - May 1st: Renewed in Mercy
Week 25 - May 8th: A New Day, A New Man
Week 26 - May 15th: Avanti! The Harvest is Plentiful
If you would like to register for online, go to
https://admin.paradisusdei.org/location_details/
st-bridget-loves-park
All registered participants will receive weekly emails
including a Zoom virtual invite.
For more information, contact:
Todd Hughes 815-378-2589 or
Joe Corrigan 815-985-8850
ANGEL DUSTERS
Angel Dusters needs volunteers to help clean
the Church! Many hands are needed to keep our
Church beautiful and safe! We are also looking for
help on Mondays after the 8:15am Mass.
If you have any questions, call Randy Gulotta at 815-
262-6840 or just drop in after Mass.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE
ENCOUNTER
Like in the gospel today, sometimes our
minds need to be opened to know what
God has done for us, and what he wants for us in
our marriage. Deepen your communication,
strengthen your relationship, rekindle your ro-
mance and renew your sacrament by attending the
next virtual Worldwide Marriage Encounter Week-
end on April 23rd-25th or join us for an in person
Weekend on June 25th-27th in Geneva, IL or August
20th-22nd in Madison, WI.
Visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call 888-
574-5653.
Para un fin de semana en español por favor llamen
a Candelario y Emilia al 815-375-4250
Since everything is interrelated, concern
for the protection of nature is also incom-
patible with the justification of abortion.
How can we genuinely teach the im-
portance of concern for other vulnerable
beings, however troublesome or incon-
venient they may be, if we fail to protect a human
embryo, even when its presence is uncomfortable
and creates difficulties?”
~ Pope Francis
RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
Live the Gospel of Life
During the month of April, we will be praying for the
victims of violence especially domestic abuse. May
they know the depth of God’s love and mercy. May
they allow us to help and heal them.
Contact Shirley Poole (815-654-9416) for all Respect
Life information.
“A baby crying during Mass is a blessing.”
MARY’S CORNER
In this year of St. Joseph, ask Our Lady to
help guide you in learning about him and
growing close to him. She will be very happy
to aid you in finding out about this wonderful saint.
ADORATION CHAPEL
We are in need of additional adorers to
fill our schedule. The hours that are
currently open are:
Monday: 2:00-3:00am, 7:00-8:00am
Wednesday: 9:00-10:00am
If you cannot commit to an hour every
week, consider filling in as a substitute
adorer. You would receive emails when
an opening becomes available and fill in as you can.
If you have any questions or to sign up, please con-
tact or text Rita at 815-277-7118 or email her at
L I T U R G Y S C H E D U L E
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Monday, April 19th
7:00am Gardenia Van Kessel
8:15am Richard J. Flanagan ~ 7th
Anniversary
Tuesday, April 20th
7:00am Patricia Hevrin
8:15am Sister Anthony
Wednesday, April 21st
7:00am Jerry Schindler
8:15am Charlie Franklin
Thursday, April 22nd
7:00am Jim Murphy
8:15am Janet Becker
Friday, April 23rd
7:00am John Verstynen ~ Mass of Special
Intention
8:15am Frances Gjertsen
Saturday, April 24th
7:00am Kylie Weiskircher
8:15am Kathleen Schutz
4:30pm Jim DeNure
Sunday, April 25th
7:00am Dennis Lackie
8:15am Artemio Castaneda ~ 14th Anniversary
10:00am People of St. Bridget
11:30am Richard J. Flanagan
CROATIAN MASS
1st Sunday of the month at 4:00pm
DEAF APOSTOLATE INTERPRETED MASS
Sundays at 10:00am
FILIPINO MASS
Postponed until further notice
PRIEST MASS SCHEDULE FOR
ARPIL 24TH AND 25TH
4:30pm Fr. John McNamara
7:00am Fr. Sean Grismer
8:15am Msgr. Steve Knox
10:00am Msgr. Steve Knox
11:30am Fr. John McNamara
READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 18, 2021
Sunday: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19/Ps 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9 [7a]/1 Jn
2:1-5a/Lk 24:35-48
Monday: Acts 6:8-15/Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30
[1ab]/Jn 6:22-29
Tuesday: Acts 7:51—8:1a/Ps 31:3cd-4, 6 and 7b and
8a, 17 and 21ab [6a]/Jn 6:30-35
Wednesday: Acts 8:1b-8/Ps 66:1-3a, 4-5, 6-7a [1]/Jn 6:35
-40
Thursday: Acts 8:26-40/Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20 [1]/Jn 6:44
-51
Friday: Acts 9:1-20/Ps 117:1bc, 2 [Mk 16:15]/Jn
6:52-59
Saturday: Acts 9:31-42/Ps 116:12-13, 14-15, 16-17
[12]/Jn 6:60-69
Next Sunday: Acts 4:8-12/Ps 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29
[22]/1 Jn 3:1-2/Jn 10:11-18
WITH SYMPATHY
Please pray for the repose of the soul of
Diane Nowicki
Jean M. Kizer
PLEASE WELCOME
Our parish community welcomes the
following new parishioner that registered:
Kurt & Amand Garcia
Elaisoin Kehoe
BAPTISMS
Please welcome into our Catholic Community
the following who received the
Sacrament of Baptism:
Levi Kosinski
The Presence Lamp in the Church
and the candles in the Adoration
Chapel are burning this week,
April 18th - April 24th, for:
Bill Brenner
PROJECT RACHEL:
POST-ABORTION HEALING MINISTRY
All inquires are confidential. Peace starts here!
815-387-3379 ~ www.hopeafterabortion.com
P A R I S H D I R E C T O R Y
BAPTISMS
A Pre-Baptismal Instruction class is required.
Call the Parish Office for a reservation.
MARRIAGES
Couples planning marriage should contact
one of the priests at least six months in
advance. A Diocesan Pre-Marriage Seminar is
required.
DEVOTIONS
NOVENA OF PERPETUAL HELP
Postponed until further notice
FAMILY ROSARY
Daily 20 minutes before Masses
Sunday 6:40am before the 7:00am Mass
7:55am before the 8:15am Mass
PERPETUAL ADORATION
Begins on Sunday at 12:30pm and ends
Saturday at 1:00pm. Limited to 9 people in
the Chapel at a time. Please contact Rita
Araoz at 815-277-7118 for more information.
BULLETIN NOTICES
Must be in the Parish Office in writing by
4:00pm Monday.
REGISTRATION IN THE PARISH
We are thrilled that you would like to be part
of the St. Bridget family! To register...
On a computer:
go to stbridgetlovespark.org, on the main
menu, click on “Get Involved” then select
“Become a Parishioner”.
On a mobile device:
go to stbridgetlovespark.org, in the upper right,
tap on main menu (three bars), click on “Get
Involved” then select “Become a Parishioner”.
Fill out the editable pdf, save, and email to
[email protected] or print
a registration form, fill out, and send to Parish
Office.
If you are not online, you can get a form at the
Parish Office. Please call the Parish Office at
815-633-6311 if you have any questions.
Parish Office 815-633-6311
Parish Office Fax Number 815-633-6314
Parish Staff
Pastor, Msgr. Steve Knox
Associate Pastor, Fr. Sean Grismer
Associate Pastor, Fr. John McNamara
Business Manager, Cindy Godawski
Parish Secretary, Lynn Hagedorn
Administrative Assistant, Debby Brown
Director of Youth Ministry, Ashley Munroe
Coordinator of Youth Ministry, Jake Washington
Director of Music Ministry, Dan Walls
Director of Religious Education, Kay Ethington
Parish School Staff 815-633-8255
Principal, Mary Toldo
Secretary, Sharon Cook
Parish Ministries
Eucharistic Adoration Coordinator
Rita Araoz 815-277-7118
Carpenter’s Place Outreach Ministry
Vince and Monica Kelso 815-978-1555
Charismatic Prayer Group
Ron Bergman 815-654-8420
Homebound Ministry
LeRoy and Moe Alt 815-765-2019
Marriage Ministry
Mark and Barb Peterson 815-282-6642
Our Lady of Consolation Ministry
Pam Parnello 815-904-3265
Julie Rosenbaum 815-871-0513
Parish Prayer Chain
Rose Trotter 815-633-6681
Karen Pflipsen 815-289-6696
Seasons of Hope Grief Support
Kay Ethington
[email protected] 815-633-6311
St. Bridget Food Pantry 815-877-1664
St. Vincent de Paul 815-708-7003
That Man Is You
Todd Hughes 815-378-2589
Joe Corrigan 815-985-8550
Women of St. Bridget
Ingrid Jansen 815-621-6281
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For All Your Residential & Commercial Needs20 Years Experience
Lungo’s Plumbing ServicesCompetitive Rates • Neat & Clean • Courteous
Phil Lungo - Owner815-703-0827
LIC# 058-158973 BONDED-INSURED
WE DO IT RIGHT THE 1ST TIME!
Zachary Buchanan, CFP®
Financial AdvisorOffice: (815) [email protected] Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Well Fargo & Company. ©2011, 2013, 2016 Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC. All rights reserved. 0718-01772
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Zachary BuchananFinancial AdvisorOffice: (815) [email protected]
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Zachary BuchananFinancial AdvisorOffice: (815) [email protected]
Patrick H. Agnew Adam H. Agnew Alex H. Agnew
Michelle P. Dumoulin815-399-3522
AARP, Veterans & Disabled Discounts available
110% Low Prices GuaranteedParish Member
326 N. Alpine 399-4422
AUGY’S ROOFINGQuality Work • Reasonable Rates
Over 20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded • Insured
Steve (Augy) Schaumann • Owner Parishioner 282-3416
Painting 4 UResidential • Commercial
Light Industrial Call Vicky, Parishioner
(815) 985-1272
Garage Doors, Openers & Springs
Chad Elston 815-645-8269Serving Rockford & Surrounding Area24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
[email protected] DAVIES
ph: 815.395.1800 cell: 815-494-0732www.fcitycommunications.com
ALL YOUR COMMUNICATIONS NEEDSAVAYA & NORTEL BUSINESS PHONE SYSTEMS,SECURITY CAMERAS, VOICE & DATA CABLING,
ROUTERS & SWITCHES, LOUDSPEAKER PAGING.
Fast Hot Delivery • Carry out • Dine-In• Catering
Loves Park Rockford 815 633-7500 815 227-5577 6746 Broadcast Pkwy 5801 Columbia Pkwy
Bob & JoAnn Baker7323 North Alpine Road Loves Park, Illinois 61111
(815) 282-4141 [email protected]
Valli ProduceInternational Market
$1 off per $10 purchase
1 coupon per person
Valli Produce - Loves Park6550 N Alpine Road
(815) 639-0735
CLARK FROST ZUCCHIAttorneys At Law
7320 N. Alpine Road | 815.962.6144PARISH MEMBERS | CLARKFROST.com
Contact Jeff Hansen to place an ad today! [email protected] or (800) 950-9952 x2683
Mark Buckner [email protected] www.rockfordheating.com
1618 Magnolia St., Rockford, IL 61104 Ph: 815-965-9494 Fax: 815-965-4324
Collision Repair, Refinishing & Accessories All Makes & Models • Foreign & Domestic
Matt Trotter, Parishioner(815) 877-1190
2181 Harlem Rd, Loves Park
Helping Restore Illinois for over 50 years
Water •• Wind •• Fire •• Interior •• Exterior •• Roofing •• Siding
Tony Foti & Family ~ Parishioners ~
(815) 520-9653
Asian Beetles Box Elders Bees Earwigs Wasps Ants Rats Roaches Spiders Mice Bed Bugs
Poplar Grove, IL Randy Burd
Family-Owned & Operated Fully Certified, Licensed and Insured
Cell (815) 207-9255
FREE Nutritional
Consultation
Michelle R. Washington
Independent Health Coach & Parishioner
(815) 670-7897 [email protected]://www.facebook.com
/mwashington1
Contact Jeff Hansen to place an ad today! [email protected] or (800) 950-9952 x2683
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DAVID URBELIS AGENCY, INC. Parishioner
5921 Forest Hills Rd. • Loves Park (Corner Forest Hills & River Ln.)
[email protected] 877-5441
Electrical and General Contractors. Residential, Commercial,
and Industrial815-378-7905
ST. BRIDGET PARISHIONERS
Cameron McGroarty
Contracting
815-633-1815 www.lacodds.com309 E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park
Edward P Laco DDS, Parishioner
Family & Implant Dentistry
Residential & Commercial Cleaning
815-636-2676Free Estimates
1736 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Parkwww.cleanchoicecleaning.biz
Complete Auto RepairTim & Peggy Javurek
Parishioners3427 East State & FairviewMake appointMent today!
(815) 399-2886 • tjsautocenter.com
Gaby Johnson Hablo Español, Parishioner
Cell: (815) 985-7486 6277 E. Riverside, Rockford www.dickersonnieman.com
For all your families insurance needs…Chris Shields Agent • Parishioner 7700 N Second St., Machesney Park, IL Bus 815-637-1111 • Cell 815-519-9689 [email protected]
A FAMILY BUSINESS SERVING THE PARISH SINCE 1949
401 River Lane, Loves Park, IL 61111www.delehantyfh.com 815-633-6010
Professional Landscape Design & InstallationResidential • Commercial
• Mowing-Trimming-Edging–Dry Granular Fertilization • Silt-Seeding-Core Aeration-Pruning-Mulching • Seasonal Maintenance Contracts-Snow Plowing • Specimen Quality Evergreens, Trees & Shrubs • Lawn & Landscape Rejuvenations • Retaining Wall & Patio Construction • Sod, Seeding, Finish GradingFREE ESTIMATES 815-885-1776 • FAX 815-885-1779
RESTAURANT & PIZZA Italian & American Food
• Pizza & Pasta • Steaks - Seafood - Ribs • Poorboys - Sandwiches
Dine In - Carry Out - Delivery 5800 N. 2nd St.
Loves Park (815) 633-5000
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Breakfast & Lunch
7 days a week
Friday - Fish Fry
(815) 282-20602033 Harlem Ave • Loves park
Brad SteeleMedicare Supplements
Final Expense and investment services. 7214 N, Alpine Road • Loves Park, IL
(815) 255-9856
