The Bible is a twofold literature, made up of two distinct collections which correspond with two successive and unequal periods of time in the history of man. The older of these collection, mostly written in Hebrew, corresponds with the many centuries during which the Jewish people enjoyed a national existence, and forms the Hebrew, or Old Testament, literature; the more recent collection, begun not long after Our Lord's ascension, and made up of Greek writings, is the Early Christian, or New Testament, literature. Yet, in another and deeper respect, the Biblical literature is pre-eminently one. Its two sets of writings are most closely connected with regard to doctrines revealed, facts recorded, customs described, and even expressions used. Above all, both collection have one and the same religious purpose, one and the same inspired character. They form the two parts of a great organic whole the center of which is the person and mission of Christ.

For more information on Bible Study in English and Spanish, e-mail or call the rectory at 882-4362

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Les Filles D'Isabelles (Daughters of Isabella). Our motto is 'Unity, Friendship, and Charity.' Helping others is a way of life for the Daughters of Isabella. Our local circle has a monthly business meeting, and we also sponsor social gatherings and help people in need.

We welcome all women interested in joining us. For more information e-mail the rectory or call at 822-4362

Eucharistic Adoration at the Chapel, 43 Franklin Street, is:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 
Wednesday at St. Louis Church from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Closed, if no school

The Finance and Administration Committee is the only committee mandated by Canon Law. This committee considers and makes recommendations to the Pastor and Pastoral Council concerning all aspects of the financing, budgeting, properties, and administration of the parish. It also recommends necessary work and arranges for its implementation, prepares an annual financial report, and keeps all parishioners informed of parish needs.

For additional information please call 882-2139

Bible Study, Chidlren's Retreats, Couples Retreat, OLG / Mariachi, Rosary, Spanish Fiesta

For additional information please call 882-4362

Labor added to the highest standard of living and the greatest production the world has ever known and has brought us closer to the realization of our traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is appropriate, therefore, that we give thanks and praise to God on Labor Day for the blessings bestowed on our nation.

The Ladies Guild is an organization/community whose members are willing to promise participation in parish functions and provide an atmosphere of welcoming and hospitality.

The Guild is offering scholarships again this year for members of St. Aloysius Parish attending a Catholic Grade School or Catholic Junior High. An essay will be required. Please pick up an application at the rectory office.

Membership is open to all women 18 years of age and older. Annual dues are collected. For more information e-mail the rectory or call at 882-4362

This committee inspires and initiates programs so that all members of the parish may come to a better understanding of the liturgy and so participate actively in the liturgical celebrations of the faith community.

The committee, working under the directions of the clergy, meets monthly from September to June to assist the Pastoral Staff in planning various liturgies throughout the year, such as Christmas and Holy Week services and other special celebrations.

The Arts & Environment Committee and various liturgical ministries also fall under the direction of the Liturgical Committee.

The liturgical ministries of the parish are as follows:
GREETERS provide a welcome welcome to all who enter for our liturgical celebrations
ALTAR SERVERS assist the priest at Mass
READERS proclaim the Word of God during various celebrations
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS minister the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and to our shut-ins
MUSIC MINISTERS inspire us all to make 'a joyful noise' through song.

For more information please e-mail the rectory or call at 882-4362

The parish nurse is at the Center for Wellness at Milette Manor on the lower level from 9:00 to noon on Monday. For information please contact Janice at the parish nurse office at 598-2424

The Pastoral Council is a group of people who meet to consult and support the Pastor in his role as Shepherd of the parish. The function of the Pastoral Council is to develop and maintain parish goods and policies that unify and coordinate the apostolic mission of the parish community and to share and disseminate information.

The council carries out its ministry through regular bi-monthly meetings devoted to prayer and pastoral planning through which the various gifts and talents of the council are directed towards the pastoral need of the community.

Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every other month beginning in August, and fellow parishioners are always welcome.

What is involved in the RCIA process, or the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults? There are several periods in this process; the beginning period is called a time of Inquiry or the Pre-Catechumrnate. The other periods are called the, Catechumenate, Enlightenment and Purification, and Mystagogy. These periods of the process are all preceded by formal Rites with the assembly that will be your affirmation to the community as well as yourself, that you are ready to move on in your journey towards your initiation into our "Catholic Christian" community.

For more information e-mail or call the rectory at 882-4362

The purpose of the Rosary is to help keep in memory certain principal events or mysteries in the history of our salvation, and to thank and praise God for them. There are twenty mysteries reflected upon in the Rosary, and these are divided into the five JOYFUL MYSTERIES (The Annunciation, The Visitation, The Nativity, The Presentation, and The Finding of Jesus in the Temple), the five LUMINOUS MYSTERIES (The Baptism of Jesus, The Wedding at Cana, The Proclamation of the Kingdom, The Transfiguration, and The Institution of the Blessed Sacrament), the five SORROWFUL MYSTERIES (The Agony in the Garden, The Scourging at the Pillar, The Crowning with Thorns, The Carrying of the Cross, and The Crucifixion), and the five GLORIOUS MYSTERIES (The Resurrection, The Ascension, The Descent of the Holy Spirit, The Assumption, and The Coronation). Many faithful who had recourse to this devotion have had their prayers answered.

For more information e-mail or call the rectory at 882-4362

Our annual Spanish Festival is held at St. Louis Church yearly.  Come join us for a journey to different kinds of Spanish food, contests, prizes, games and fun for children.  Live music playing all afternoon.

  Stations of the Cross
   
                

The object of the Stations is to help the faithful to make in spirit, as it were, a pilgrimage to the chief scenes of Christ's sufferings and death, and this has become one of the most popular of Catholic devotions. It is carried out by passing from Station to Station, with certain prayers at each and devout meditation on the various incidents in turn.

The Stations of the Cross are a regular lenten devotion. For more information, e-mail or call the rectory at 882-4362





 The second station:  Christ carries His cross
 Leader:  We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You   —    All:  Because by Your holy cross You have redeemed the world