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a blog for LaPorte Catholic Church

GOOD NEWS

"And He said to them, 'Go into all the world and preach the gospel to the whole creation.'"
​- Mark 16:15

Learn about the Holy Family Parish Scholarship on the 5-16-22 Weekly Update.

5/16/2022

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Holy Family Scholarship
Graduating Seniors are invited to fill out the application at the link below to apply for our the Holy Family Parish Scholarship.  The application will be sent to our scholarship committee for review. Application deadline is June 12, 2022.  Pass this information on to those who qualify.

Are you interested in contributing to the Holy Family Parish Scholarship fund? Contact our office for more information: 219-362-2815

Note:  Parents must be parishioners of Holy Family Parish for students to qualify for a scholarship.
Link to Scholarship Application

CSA Kickoff
CSA 2022 has begun.  This is your opportunity to give back from what you have been blessed with.  Everything we give beyond our goal comes back to the parish to use on projects to improve and grow our parish, supporting our mission to make disciples for Jesus Christ!  This year's combined goal is $92,790.  You will receive a card and envelope in the mail.  Or you can give securely online (choose parish #197 for Holy Family).  Let's surpass our goal!
CSA Online Giving

This Week...
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Tue May 17th, 8:45am - 9:30am, Holy Family Sacred Heart Activity Center, 201 BACH ST. You can come to any session, in any order. So, if you missed last week, stop by this week to experience this opportunity to deepen your prayer life.
Praying Jesus' Story is a centuries old method of praying the scriptures by using the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola in which we enter into a Gospel story about Jesus by using the powers of imagination. It is not a study of scripture, rather an attempt to encounter the Lord Jesus in a unique personal way. There are 4 sessions April 26, May 3, 10 and 17th at Sacred Heart Activity Center, at 8:45 a.m. This session will be lead by Jill Szawara, Holy Family parishioner, retreat director and spiritual director. There is no cost to the program. For more information: 585-943-6353, shebagrapes@aol.com

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Tue May 17th 10:00am - 11:00am, St. Peter Activity Center, 1101 Michigan Ave, La Porte.
Prayer Shawl Monthly Gathering
Do you knit or crochet? Join our group of lades for a social gathering while we knit shawls for those who need love, hope, and prayers. The Prayer Shawl Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00am at the St. Peter Activity Center. If you knit or crochet and are interested in joining this ministry give Vickie Parrett 219-363-2083, Valerie Young 219-326-1308, or Donna Larson 219-362-6659 a call for more information.

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Wednesday, May 18th, 8:30am at Sacred Heart and 6:30pm at St. Peter.
Scripture Discussion
Dive deeper into the Word of God. Join Parishioner Tom Rothbauer for a weekly Scripture Discussion.

Times Each Week:
Wednesday morning from 8:30-10:30am, Sacred Heart Activity Center

Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:00pm, St. Peter Center in the Mother Teresa Room.

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Thu May 19th 7:00pm - 8:30pm, Sacred Heart Church Activity Center, 201 Bach St, La Porte.
​Kingdom Builders, Women's Night of Prayer and Reflection.
This Month's Topic: God desires unique, personal, and individual relationship with each of us. He desires us to bring Him all our struggles, so He can make all things new. Beloved daughters of the King, join us to claim the fullness of light and love He designed for you to receive! Kingdom Builders meets on the third Thursday of the month at Sacred Heart Church Activity Center, 7-8:30pm.

Take some time to be loved by our Lord.

Please contact Katie Shannon (lpmkatie@gmail.com) if you have any questions or check out our website at www.buildingthroughhim.com

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Sat May 21st, 6:30am - 7:30am, Boston Middle School Track, by the corner of 1st and C street, LaPorte
Fit Shepherds aims to help every man in our community be in the best physical and spiritual shape of his life. Fit Shepherds are formed through demanding workouts, fraternity, and discipleship. We meet every Saturday morning at 6:30am at the Boston Middle School outdoor track. All men 16 and older are welcome.

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Sun May 22nd 7:30am - 11:00am, St. Peter Church, 1101 Michigan Ave, La Porte.
Pancake Breakfast
The MEN's Group of Holy Parish Family is hosting a pancake breakfast, at St. Peter Center on Sunday, May 22nd, 7:30am - 11am. Free-will donations will be accepted and all proceeds will benefit Holy Family Parish Faith Formation Program.

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Faith Formation Youth Mass
Each month, one of our Faith Formation classes will help at the 8am Mass. Be sure to offer the students and their families a word of welcome and support. May 22: Mass led by the Pre-K/K and 1st Classes.  Afterwards there will be a pancake breakfast.

Summer Events
Mark your calendar for these opportunities at Holy Family Parishfor growing in faith and fun activities for fellowship...
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Doughnut Days
Join us on the first Sunday of the month for coffee, doughnuts, and fellowship after the 8am, 9am, 10:30am, and 12:00pm Masses. Our next Doughnut Days are: June 5th, July 3rd, and August 7th.

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Fri Jun 3rd 6:00pm - 9:00pm, St. Joseph Church, 109 C St, La Porte, IN 46350.
Young Adult BBQ
Friday, June 3rd, 6pm - 9pm. All young adults (18 years - 30's) are invited to a fun and relaxing evening of music and BBQ in the courtyard of St. Joseph Church. Hosted by Holy Family Parish Young Adults Team. Invite a friend and meet some of the other young adults in the LaPorte area.

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Wed Jun 15th 11:30am - 1:00pm, Kesling Park, 2150 A St, La Porte, IN 46350.
Theology in the Park
Our second annual Theology in the Park is on Wednesday, June 15 at Kesling Park, Shelter #2. Bring a bag lunch and join us for an afternoon presentation and discussion. This year's speaker will be Fr. Chris Stanish, Vicar General of the Diocese of Gary. The topic is "The Joy of Living the Gospel." We will begin gathering at 11:30am, the talk will begin promptly at 12pm. Invite your friends; bring your kids and stay to play at the park.

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Sun Jun 19th 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Starts at St. Joseph Church, 109 C St, La Porte.
Corpus Christi Procession
Starts at St. Joseph Church after 12pm Mass, and ends at Sacred Heart Church.

Celebrate the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ with a procession through the streets of LaPorte. What a beautiful way to bring Jesus to the world. Buses will be available to take people back to St. Joseph. Water, lemonade, and shaved ice will be served at the end of the procession while people wait for the bus.

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Fri Jun 24th 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Sacred Heart Church Activity Center, 201 Bach St, La Porte.
Family Comedy Night
Bring your family to see stand-up comedian Craig Tornquist at the Sacred Heart Church Activity Center on Friday, June 22, 6pm. Craig has performed more than 3,000 shows for schools, churches, and audiences of all ages. Best known for creating a family friendly atmosphere and his love of audience participation, he will make you feel like the star of the show. Come for the show, stay for hot dogs, cookies, and fellowship (the Knights of Columbus will be manning the grill!). There is no cost for this event.

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Fri Jul 1st 4:00pm - 8:00pm, St. Peter Church, 1101 Michigan Ave, La Porte.
Summer Glorify!
Everyone is invited to light a candle and pray for our Parish and for our Nation at this amazing night of Adoration and praise and worship music at St. Peter Church on Friday, July 1, 4pm - 8pm. Candles will be left at the foot of the altar, creating an amazing testimony of the prayers of our parish family. Confessions will be available all evening. Come for a few minutes, or stay for the entire evening. Night Prayer and Benediction will begin at 8PM.

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Fri Jul 22nd 5:00pm - 9:00pm, St. Peter Church Parking Lot, 1101 Michigan Ave, La Porte.
Latin Dance Night
Invite your family and friends for a fun night of music and Latin dancing in the parking lot of St. Peter's campus. Friday, July 22, 5pm - 9pm. There will be 20 minutes of instruction before each new dance is introduced. All are welcome at any skill level. No partner necessary. Tacos, Hot Dogs, and Shaved Ice food trucks will be available for you to purchase refreshments.

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Sun Aug 7th and September 18th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, St. Joseph Church, 109 C St, La Porte.
Kermés (Bazaar)
Join us for a kermés (bazaar) with Mexican food, fun, and fellowship after 12:00pm Mass at St. Joseph on August 7th and September 18th. All are welcome.

Sign up for our volunteer group, His Hands and Feet. Join our group of volunteers that assists at parish events and activities. Click the link below to sign up.  When we need help at an activity or event, we will send out a message and you can decide if you are available. The role may be large or small, but everything we do is because we want to be Jesus for others.
Sign Up for His Hands
​and Feet Ministry

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Online Giving is available for one-time and regular contributions.  It is through your generosity that our parish can continue our mission to form a family of disciples for Jesus Christ. Click the link above for more details or to make a contribution.

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Join Holy Family
Parish for Mass!
Worship with us at Holy Mass, adore our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, experience the healing power of the Sacrament of Confession.  Click the link above.

Holy Family Parish exists to unite all as a family of God and to assist each person in becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ.
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Information about our Parish Survey results on the 5-9-22 Weekly Update.

5/9/2022

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Link to all of our Synod Information

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Let's Surpass our Goal...on the 5-2-22 Weekly Update

5/2/2022

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CSA Kickoff
CSA 2022 has begun.  This is your opportunity to give back from what you have been blessed with.  Everything we give beyond our goal comes back to the parish to use on projects to improve and grow our parish, supporting our mission to make disciples for Jesus Christ!  This year's combined goal is $92,790.  You will receive a card and envelope in the mail.  Or you can give securely online (choose parish #197 for Holy Family).  Let's surpass our goal!
CSA Online Giving

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Fixing up our Adoration Chapel on the 4-25-22 Weekly Update.

4/25/2022

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Adoration Chapel and House of Study
Have a look at what we have done to clean up and make our Adoration Chapel a more welcoming space!  We want all parishioners to use the chapel as a place of prayer, study, and reflection.  There are various spaces that you can use to help deepen your relationship with Jesus.  Make time at the chapel a regular part of your weekly prayer life.

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What's happening this week? [no video]

4/19/2022

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The Week of April 18th, 2022
We are taking a small break from producing weekly videos to enjoy Easter.  But you can still see the rundown below of what we have coming up this week.

Parish Survey
We will be accepting survey submissions through this week.  Click the link below to fill out our new parish survey.  We are looking for honest feedback from all parishioners, regardless of level of involvement.  Please share it with other family members.  This is an important part of the Synod process of walking together!  Thank you for your participation!
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An Easter Message from Fr. Nate

4/17/2022

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A happy and blessed Easter to all of you!  May you know the joy of the risen Lord and bring that joy to others.  We have been rescued from sin - Alleluia!
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Easter Triduum Schedule

4/13/2022

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Join us for the most important week of the year!
The Easter Triduum of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday are some of the most moving liturgies of our Church calendar.  What better way to prepare for Easter than to walk with Jesus to the Cross this Holy Week.
Note:  After the Easter Vigil Mass, there will be a reception in honor of those who have recently been received into the Church.  If you are at the Easter Vigil Mass, please stop by to congratulate them!
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It's Holy Week!  Find out about our Masses and activities as we prepare for Easter on the 4/4/22 Weekly Update

4/11/2022

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Holy Week Confession Schedule
Prepare for Easter by participating in the healing sacrament of Confession.  There are several options for confession during Holy Week.

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Weekly Lenten Challenge: Break open that Bible!

4/6/2022

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Whether you live with your spouse, children, parents, or a roommate, today’s challenge can include everyone in your home! If you live alone, ask a friend if they’d like to get together to read a chapter of the Bible with you.
📣This Week's challenge: Open up your Bible and read a chapter or two as a family or with a friend each day.
resources for Lent
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We want your opinion!  Find out about our Parish Survey on the 4/4/22 Weekly Update

4/4/2022

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We want to hear from you!  Click the link to fill out our new parish survey.  We are looking for honest feedback from all parishioners, regardless of level of involvement.  Please share it with other family members.  This is an important part of the Synod process of walking together!  Note: We will have more paper copies of the survey at Masses next week and you can also pick up a survey at our Main Office (201 Bach Street).  Thank you for your participation!
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Holy Family Parish
​201 Bach St
LaPorte, IN 46350
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