All lectors and Eucharistic Ministers are invited to attend a training session for our new scheduling software on Friday, January 11 in the Rectory Basement from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Join the men of the parish at the Villa Maria Retreat Center on Lake Springfield. Sign up online by clicking the Men's Retreat button above.

Join us for live music, delicious Cajun food, games and door prizes! Mark your calendars for this fun event...

Tuesday, January 1 is a Holy Day of obligation. Mass will be held on Monday, December 31 at 5:30 PM and on Tuesday, January 1 at 9:00 AM.

Christmas Eve Masses at 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM. Christmas Day Masses at Midnight, 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

This heartwarming annual event begins at 5:30 PM for appetizers, hot drinks and time to view the candlelit tables. Advent program begins at 6:30 PM with a special reflection by Lynell Loftus followed by a dessert buffet and concludes with a performance by the Children's Jubilate Choir.

Saturday, December 8, is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception and is a Holy Day of Obligation. Because the feast falls on a Saturday this year, there is an obligation to attend Mass twice; once for the Holy Day and once for the Second Sunday of Advent. Masses for the Immaculate Conception will be held at: Friday, December 7 at 5:30 p.m. (Vigil) and on Saturday, December 8 at 8:00 AM

When you purchase gift cards from Blessed Sacrament School, you earn money for Catholic education! You can also choose to reduce the tuition of a current school family. Complete our Christmas Gift Card Order Form and drop it in the parish office or school office before Friday, December 14 in order to receive your gift cards before Christmas. Questions? Contact scrip@bssbruins.org.

Join us for Mass on Thursday, November 22 at 8:00 AM

Blessed Sacrament and Catholic Charities sponsor the Angel Giving Tree each year during Advent. Please take a tag off the tree and purchase a gift(s) for the children listed on the tag. Bring the UNWRAPPED gifts back to the church or parish office by December 12. Donations of wrapping paper are also appreciated.

Through your generosity last year, $58,563 was collected for the Diocesan Campaign for Justice and Hope and 16 organizations and programs received grants. Your donations made it possible to provide hope and assistance of food, clothing, housing, education and medication to people living in poverty. 100% of your contribution stays within our Diocese. Please give generously.

Loaves of bread will be available after all Masses for a donation of $4.00. All proceeds go to St. John's Breadline - pick up some delicious bread for your Thanksgiving celebration.

Our Advent Penance Service will take place on Monday, December 17 at 7:00 PM at Christ the King. This service is for Blessed Sacrament, Christ the King and St. Agnes parishes.

This is a Holy Day of obligation. Masses are: Wednesday, October 31 at 5:30 PM and Thursday, November 1 at 8:20 AM and 5:30 PM

Join us for Mass at 7:00 PM as we remember those who have died during the past year.

Join us for an adult-only evening of fun and food as we celebrate as a church family. The party is on Sunday, November 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM in the school cafeteria. No reservations needed.

Taking the grandkids out for lunch after Mass? Don't forget to buy scrip gift cards to pay at your favorite lunch spot. Forms are available by clicking this headline or stop in the school or parish office. Forms are due on Wednesday, October 24 and gift cards will come home on Thursday, November 1.

Flu shots will be available after all Masses the weekend of October 13 and 14! Shots are provided by Hy-Vee's Pharmacy and you will receive the 20 cents Fuel Saver discount. No charge with Medicare/Medicaid card and most insurance companies - $21.99 if you don't have insurance. Donuts provided to "sweeten" the shot!

Join us at 6:30 PM to make and decorate gingerbread houses! Tickets are $10 and are available at the school office and parish office.

Father Jeff will present insight into his mission trip to Kenya on Monday, September 24th.