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Immaculate Conception, Mattoon
St. Columcille, Sullivan
6th Sunday in Ordinary Time: February 13, 2022
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH
320 N. 21ST STREET - MATTOON, IL
www.mattoonimmaculateconception.org
Welcome new parishioners! Please call the office (217-235-0539) to
make an appointment to register!
PARISH STAFF:
Fr. John M. Titus – Pastor: 217-235-0539, E-Mail: jtitus@dio.org
Deacon Gene Uptmor: 217-235-2189, E-Mail: euptmor@dio.org
Tuesday Office Hours 9 AM - 3 PM
Carla Will – Christian Formation Director: 217-235-0431
E-Mail: carlajanewill@yahoo.com
Julie Robinson: Senior Ministry Coordinator: 217-235-0539
E-Mail: st.columcille.sullivan@gmail.com
Kim Coffey – Parish Administrative Assistant, Safe Environment
Coordinator, Phone: 217-235-0539 Fax- 217-235-0593
E-Mail: icchurchsec@gmail.com
IC Mass Schedule
Saturday 4 PM (also 8:30 AM on First Saturday)
Sunday 8 AM, 10:30 AM & 5:00 PM
Weekday 7 AM (Mon. Wed., and Fri. )
5:30 PM (T. & Th.)
Sacrament of Reconciliation–30 minutes before Weekday Mass
and Saturday 2:30-3:30 PM
ST. COLUMCILLE CHURCH, Sullivan IL
MAILING ADDRESS: 320 N. 21ST STREET– MATTOON, IL 61938
www.stcolumcillesullivan.org
PARISH STAFF:
Fr. John M. Titus – Pastor: 217-235-0539, E-Mail: jtitus@dio.org
Julie Robinson – Parish Secretary: 217-235-0539
E-Mail: st.columcille.sullivan@gmail.com
Rev. John E. Sohm – Pastor Emeritus
St. Columcille Mass Schedule
Saturday 6 PM Weekday 5:30 PM (Wednesdays)
Sacrament of Reconciliation before and after 5:30 PM Mass on
Wednesdays with Eucharistic Exposition ending with
Benediction at 6:30 PM.IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH Immaculate
Conception
Mattoon, Illinois
ST. COLUMCILLE CHURCH
Sullivan, Illinois FEBRUARY 14-20
FEBRUARY 13, 2022 MONDAY– St. Cyril, Monk, & Methodius
7:00AM– Wayne & Madonna Fuller
SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME TUESDAY
5:30PM– Don Clark
WEDNESDAY
7:00AM- Brian “Kevin” Bills
THURSDAY–The 7 Holy Founders of the Servite Order
5:30PM– Bill Basham
FRIDAY
7:00AM– Carolyn Suerdieck
SATURDAY– Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
“Blessed are the poor. Woe to you who are rich.”
4:00PM– Jane Brien
Luke 6:17, 20-26 SUNDAY– Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00AM– Sharon Kuhns
Prepare For Next Sunday’s Readings 10:30AM– People of Our Parish
In next Sunday’s Gospel, (February 20) is 5:00PM- Ken & JoAnn Davis
a continuation of the teaching that began
in last Sunday's gospel. We continue to Readings for the Week of February 13, 2022
hear Jesus' Sermon on the Plain. Recall Monday: Jas 1:1-11/Ps 119:67, 68, 71, 72, 75, 76/Mk 8:11-13
that in Luke's Gospel, this teaching is Tuesday: Jas 1:12-18/Ps 94:12-13a, 14-15, 18-19/Mk 8:14-21
addressed to Jesus' disciples. These words Wednesday: Jas 1:19-27/Ps 15:2-3a, 3bc-4ab, 5/Mk 8:22-26
from Jesus' teaching are familiar to us. Thursday: Jas 2:1-9/Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7/Mk 8:27-33
They constitute the crux and the challenge Friday: Jas 2:14-24, 26/Ps 112:1-2, 3-4, 5-6/Mk 8:34—9:1
of what it means to be a disciple: Love your Saturday: Jas 3:1-10/Ps 12:2-3, 4-5, 7-8/Mk 9:2-13
enemies, turn the other cheek, give to those
who ask, do unto others, lend without
expecting repayment, judge not lest you be
judged. Jesus' words challenge those who
would follow him to be more like God. God
OUR GIVING
loves us beyond our expectations, beyond
493 Registered Families
anything we can possibly imagine. In
Fiscal Year– July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022
response to God's love, we are to love as
Contributions left during the week can be put through
God loves, beyond expectations and with a the secure slot in the vesting room. The basket for your
depth beyond imagining. donations at Mass is in the center aisle near the Baptis-
mal font. Thank you for your continuing generosity!
SCRIPTURE READINGS
Weekly Budget 11,500.00
1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23: David does not
kill Saul. 02/06/22– Parish 9,047.00
02/06/22– Major Projects Fund 815.00
1 Corinthians 15:45-49: As we bear the image of
Adam, so we will bear the image of the one from Deficit/Surplus for Weeks - 2,453.00
heaven.
Luke 6:27-38: Jesus teaches his disciples to be Year-To-Date Budget 356,500.00
merciful as God is merciful. Year-To-Date Collected 342,488.28
Deficit/Surplus for Year - 14,011.72
2A Pilgrim’s Progress Old Palms:
Thanks to the volunteer labors of students and Old Palms can now be returned to
parishioners, donations of prizes, food, and Church to be burned to become the
generous financial offerings our Coles County
Catholic Worker Houses’ soup supper two weeks ashes used on Ash Wednesday. Please
ago was a very successful event. Over $13,000 was return before February 20th. Thank
raised to continue to assist women and children in you!
need and to support the construction of our new St.
Mary House of Hospitality at 2008 Champaign
Avenue. The prayers and sacrifices of so many will
continue to reap much fruit in time and in eternity.
I want to again emphasize financial support for the
St. Mary House of Hospitality is totally separate
from Immaculate Conception parish. No funds Upcoming Retreat at Vandalia: February
donated to Immaculate Conception parish are being 25-27:
used for the construction or will be used for the Come and Rest in the Sacred
operation of St. Mary House. St. Mary House is
owned and will be operated by a separate board (see
the 1st Fiat newsletter available in church). It is a Fr. Shannon Collins, MSJB will lead us
not for profit organization (similar to Catholic through this weekend as we explore the
Charities) with 501 (c) (3) status pending. The Sacred Riches of the Catholic Church. The
mission of the St. Mary House is to provide a Traditional Latin Mass will be celebrated
temporary home for women and their children each day, Additional details and
during a time of transition in their lives. registration information can be found
at www.osmm.org
On most days I am the first person in church and
one of the very last to leave church before and after
mass. I am always grateful when someone takes the
time to say hello or ask about something. A few Attention Men: White House Jesuit Retreat
people have asked about the directional change of
the “priest and deacon’s chairs” in the sanctuary at Our annual parish men’s retreat at White
St C and IC. I wrote a few weeks ago about House Retreat in south St. Louis County
celebrating mass ad orientem (the priest facing will take place from March 17 to March
liturgical “east”/the same direction as the people) 20. Join us at White House’s beautiful 80-
during the Eucharistic Prayer and other moments of acre campus high on the bluffs overlooking
prayer to God. I have offered the mass ad orientem the Mississippi River. This is a silent,
on two Saturday morning masses recently and plan guided retreat filled with good rest, good
to continue to do so on our First Saturday morning food and inspiring conferences to bring you
bi-lingual masses each month. closer to Christ. You’ll come away with a
new perspective on your life and a
The movement of the chairs (which corresponds to wonderful inner peace to face problems
their placement at our Cathedral and other parish with new courage. Give it a chance and see
churches) allows Deacon Gene and I to face the what it can do for your life! Reserve your
reader, the altar, the tabernacle and the crucifix at spot by calling:
appropriate times during the mass. The basic
principle is that the ordained ministers are facing Don Kriesel: 217-273-9806, Tim Genta:
toward the assembly when addressing the people 217-246-8676 or Bill Carter: 217-294-2938
and toward the altar, crucifix, and the tabernacle Or visit www.whretreat.org
when addressing God.
Deo Vindice, Sail On…..fr john
3St. Columcille: Immaculate Conception Calendar of Events:
Wed., February 16th at 5:30 pm: Marcella Sun., Feb. 13: Family of Faith meets at 9:15 AM in
Snider CFC
Sun., Feb. 13: Blood Drive from 10:00 AM—1:30 PM
in PC
7th Sunday in Ordinary Time Vigil Mon., Feb. 14: KC Meeting at 7:30 PM in KC Hall
Sat. February 19th at 6:00pm: Mary Reynolds Wed., Feb. 16: Adoration from 5:30—6:30 AM and
7:00 —8:00 PM in Church
We are in need of Rosary Leaders for our Wed., Feb. 16: Widows Luncheon at 11:00 AM in the
monthly Rosary for Life. This can be either a PC
female or male parishioner. Please consider Wed., Feb. 16: St. Vincent de Paul Meeting at 6:30 pm
and sign up on the sheet on the bulletin board. in the KC Hall
Thank you! Thurs., Feb. 17: Adult Faith Formation class at 9:30
AM in the PC
Sullivan Prayer List: Chuck Woodworth, Dan Knights of Columbus will meet on
& Leslie Guillory, Vaughn DeVorse, Michael Monday, February 14th at 7:30
English, Sam Slaughter, Dave Hudspath, Ron & PM in the K of C Hall.
Gayle Moody, Geri Lanham, Carole Blasche, Fr.
Sohm, Toby Howard, Kathy Frier, Kelly KC Bingo for February will be on
Sullivan, Fritz New, the Cook Family, Marvene 24th at 6:00 pm in the KC Hall!
Walker, Art Welsh, Gary Smith, Ron & Marylyn
Crnich and Rebecca.
PLEASE NOTE:
IN AN EFFORT TO CUT COSTS: TAX
STATEMENTS FOR ST. COLUMCILLE AND
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION WILL BE Brandy Stivers from LPi, our
MAILED, FAXED OR EMAILED ONLY IF bulletin printer, will be securing
REQUESTED BY THE DONOR. THANK YOU! new ads for our church the week
of 02/21. As a valuable member of
IC St. Vincent de Paul the business community, we invite
you to expand your reach and
St. Vincent will meet on Wednesday, February
16 at 6:30 pm in the K of C Hall. Brandy Stivers
Want to Be Informed and Heard on
Current Issues? Cabin Fever? Winter Blues?
Sign up for email alerts on Pro-Life Issues at Get out of the house, grab the kids, and join us
humanlifeaction.org and catholicleague.org for White-Elephant Bingo Saturday, February
Illinois Right to Life Ground Zero Tour 26 at 5 PM in the KC Clubhouse (following the 4
PM Saturday Mass). Admission is simple: if you
Feb. 23rd at 6:00 pm at Cathedral of the want to, bring:
Immaculate Conception, Springfield
• One wrapped White-Elephant gi per family,
Illinoisrighttolife.org marked age-and gender-appropriate for the
recipient. (Great opportunity to ditch that “favorite”
Christmas gi you don’t want.)
Natural Family Planning Classes: • A snack to share.
Sat. Feb. 26th 2:00-3:30pm at St. Francis
Play Bingo and munch on Sloppy Joes, hot dogs, and
To register call or text Kate Pruemer at 217- snacks. Sign-up sheets are in the back of church to
821-1840 or email: kpruemer@gmail.com help us plan for plenty of food. As with all Social
4 Commi$ee-sponsored events, it’s free.February Van Trip!
Lets try this again… Join Julie on Thursday,
February 24th for dinner at Stadium Grill then
we will return to our very own KC Hall to play
Bingo with our Knights! Van will leave from the
IC Parish Center at 4:30 PM for dinner and
return in time for Bingo to start at 6:00 PM. Call
the parish office to reserve your seat or If you
would prefer, a home pick up and drop off can
also be arranged.
Widows Luncheon
Widows of Immaculate Conception and St.
Columcille are invited to our monthly
luncheon on Wednesday, February 16th at
11:00 am in the IC Parish Center. Lunch is
provided with a free will offering taken up.
We will be hosting the “Hope Grows Here”
benefit on Saturday, April 23rd at the
Thanks! Walkway in Mattoon. The fundraising ben-
To all those who made and donated towards efit will feature dinner, dancing, fellowship
soup, sandwiches, cookies, fudge, bought raffle with friends, a live auction as well as many
tickets, and donated auction items. Thanks to all other activities. You can make our event a
those whose labors, prayers, and sacrifices made success!
our COLES COUNTY CATHOLIC WORKER
HOUSES OF HOSPITALITY fundraiser another With your help Catholic Charites was able to pro-
amazing success! Over $13,000 was raised to vide the following services in our community dur-
continue to support our Charleston homes and ing 2021:
the construction of our St. Mary House here in
Mattoon. Thank you for making a difference as Blessings Food Pantry provided food supplies for
we continue to walk with women and children in over 2,600 individuals
need! Immediate Meds Program assisted 62 individuals
MedAssist Prescription Medicine Program assisted
28 individuals with over 40 scripts confirmed and de-
LENTEN BUS PILGRIMAGE TO THE livered. With saving at over 88% per person served.
SHRINE of the MIRACULOUS MEDAL Boomerang Blessings Thrift Store provided free
in Perryville, Mo. Leaving Immaculate clothing, housewares and furniture to 2,209 needy in-
Conception Parish Center at 7:00 A.M. on March dividuals across 701 households.
21st . Picking up Fr. Seth Brown and Back-To-School: Although this program was not
parishioners from Mother of Dolors in Vandalia budgeted into our services this year, we were able to
enroute. Pilgrimage includes Mass at the continue to provide over 400 students with clothing,
Shrine, St. Vincent Rosary Walk, gift shop, school supplies and food. This was made possible by
lunch, and a brief stop at the Missouri National generous contributors within our community.
Veteran’s Memorial which includes a full scale One–Stop-Community Christmas provided gifts,
black granite identical model of the Viet Nam clothes, hats/gloves, food, and other items for 2,436
children in our communities. Catholic Charities was
Veteran’s Memorial in Washington, D.C. $50 to one of several agencies who collaborated to make this
the IC parish office secures your reservation. possible.
All are invited to come pray with us. Mobile Food Deliveries provided food to 435 fami-
lies
Catholic Radio for Blessed Baby Assistance Program provided clothes,
Mattoon formula and diapers to 4 newborns last year.
102.5 FM 5Council of Catholic Women News and
Upcoming Events:
Mattoon Deanery CCW Meeting:
Calling all women of the parish to join us for
our first Mattoon Deanery Council of Catholic Women
Immaculate Conception: Meeting. Come and meet the rest of your “family” as
Fr. John Sohm, Maggie Kirts, Michael English, we start a new council year. All women of the parish
Michelle Simpson, Connie Harris, John Lawson, are invited. If you have never been to a meeting, come
Bonnie Kinney, Ryan Hardin, the Cook Family, and see what we are all about. Learn and grow with us
Christopher Kermis, Patty Lawson, Geri Lanham, Liz as we empower each other in Spirituality, Leadership
Slater, Sunny Henne, Mike Kuncl, Pat and Guy and Service.
Levingston, Jared Brown, Mary O’Dell, Ruby Anne Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at the Immaculate
Kovack, Mary Ann White, Kent Metzger, Chris Conception Church. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at
Bugle, Zack Davisson, Michael Grady, Angie Fox, the Parish Center. Mass starts at 9:00 a.m. “Mardi Gras
Addison Graham, Wesco Family, Sara Clayhorn, theme – wear your beads!” Meeting, lunch and white
Mark Buran, Ann Clark, Louise Farrell, Wendy elephant auction to conclude the day. Please bring a
Carter, Virginia Kastl, Edna Probst, Rich Fafara, wrapped gift to participate. We look forward to seeing
Lynden and Margie Henning, Karl Rabe, Sheila all the wonderful ladies of our 35 parishes.
Rosine, Betty Bailey, Max Ohm, Zale Vincent Walk, Please R.S.V.P. for lunch count to: Jody
Mary Magnotta, Lois Neff, Gwen Johnson, Jim Secondino-Crandell, Mattoon Deanery President;
Pendell, Tammy Howard, Ralph Vanneste, Wyatt jscrandell@yahoo.com or text/call (812) 208-4293 by
Edwards, Eddie Sullivan, Alice Farmer, Teresa Thursday, February, 24, 2022.
Miller, Kelly Sullivan, Elisa Gonzalez, Liz Newton,
Dennis James, Don Clark, Jr., Cassandra and Nora Immaculate Conception CCW Meeting
Oliger, Joyce and Joe LaFleur
Our own CCW will meet again on March
If you have a loved one who should be added to our 15th at 6:30 PM at the Parish Center. All ladies of
parish prayer list, please call the parish office. the parish are invited to join us!
TO REPORT ALLEGATIONS OF SEXUAL All women are invited to attend the 2022
ABUSE OF A MINOR BY CLERGY-EVEN IF Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic
IT IS IN THE PAST– individuals are encouraged to Women (SDCCW) Lenten retreat March 29-
call the Diocesan Child Abuse Reporting and 30 at Villa Maria Catholic Life Center on Lake
Investigation number (217) 321-1155. Springfield. Father Larry Burnette will serve
Individuals may also contact Illinois Department as retreat master.
of Children and Family Services Child Abuse
Father Burnette will speak on the theme: “A
Hotline at 1.800.25.ABUSE, or contact your local
police authority. Life’s Journey – Why is God so Important?”
Registration fees include room, meal, snacks
and materials. Registration forms are
available in parish offices. Registration and
Sacrament of Baptism
Contact Parish Office to schedule a Baptism. New parents payment are due by March 22. For more
seeking the Sacrament of Baptism for an infant or child are information contact Sue Vogt at (217) 663-
asked to attend ONE pre-baptism session. Call the parish 2084 or ninevogt@yahoo.com .
office at 235-0539 for information and to register.
Please consider joining the women of the
Sacrament of Marriage
Contact Parish Office at least (6) months before the date to diocese for a good Lenten opportunity for
make arrangements. spiritual renewal.
CHOICES Pregnancy & Health-234-3312
Www.choices4pregnancy.org Springfield Diocese Council of Catholic Women
Project Rachel-888-456-4673 Scholarship Opportunity
Diocesan Child Abuse Reporting and Investigation The women of the Springfield Diocese CCW are offering
Number 217-321-1155 four $1,000. scholarships to 4 outstanding Catholic
DKLMNOPK QRS PLSOTU BVNNKWOP- Monday at 10:00AM senior young ladies. Contact the parish office for
6Malcolm and Carol O’Neill
On behalf of the Finance Council and
the entire parish I extend my thanks
to Malcolm O’Neill for his thirty four
years of service to Immaculate
Conception parish as a parish trustee
and Finance Council member. As he
“retires” from these duties we offer
our gratitude to Malcolm and Carol
wishing them both God’s blessings in
the years to come. –fr john
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