Thank you to our parishioners for continuing their financial generosity to St. Petronille Parish. 

For all who have not already done so, we invite you to simplify your financial contributions to 

St. Petronille and sign-up to participate in our automated program.

Questions, please contact Diane at

 makowskid@stpetschurch.org

June 7, 2021

Dear Parishioners of Saint Petronille,

Parish Opening

The Diocese of Joliet has issued new directives increasing the opening of the parishes within the Diocese effective June 12^th.  The following are in effect as of Saturday, June 12th:

• Sign-up is no longer required to attend Mass;
• There are no longer any limits on those attending indoor activities;
• Masks are no longer required in facilities for those who have been vaccinated.
• The Diocese of Joliet has instructed parishes not to ask employees or the general populace to provide their vaccination status.

With sensitivity to those who still feel more comfortable wearing masks or who cannot be vaccinated, every other pew in the side pews on the Blessed Mother side of the church will remain roped off to maintain social distance and, for the time being, I will continue to wear my mask when distributing Communion.

We will also begin using the main front doors of the church for entrance beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, June 9th.  You will no longer need to use the side door #2 for most Masses.  Please remember, however, that the 8 am daily Mass Monday through Friday will be held in the Parish Life Center beginning Monday, June 14^th.  All those worshipping at the 8am Mass on weekdays will need to enter using door #2 as the church will not be accessible during this time.

Opening Plans

Since changes are occurring quickly, we will have more detailed information for you about plans to welcome back all of our parishioners and special celebrations as the summer progresses.  We will have a special Mass of prayer and remembrance for those who suffered loss this year and Thanksgiving for an end to the pandemic.  More details will follow. One thing we can rest assured…this year’s Sparkfest will be a wonderful opportunity for the parish to celebrate together the re-opening of our parish and the end to this trying 14 months.  Praise God!

Prayer

Let us pray for those who have suffered loss this year whether the loss of a loved one, the loss of job, the loss of freedom or the loss of health.  Let pray for all those who continue to struggle in so many ways due to the difficulty of this pandemic even as we rejoice at the ability to worship openly and together once again.

Please know of my continued thoughts and prayers for all of you and may Almighty God grant us his consolation and joy.

In Christ,

Fr. Thomas Milota

Click here to read letters from Fr. Milota since the beginning of the COVID pandemic

St. Petronille will have a presence in this year's
Glen Ellyn
4th of July Parade!

To  be a part of the parade, click on the Sign Up Genius link below.

                 The parade kicks off from Crescent Ave. at Noon on Sunday, July 4, but marchers will gather at 10:30 at specific locations around Glenbard West. More information about our designated location will be sent out at a later date.

Also, show your St. Petronille  pride by wearing our newly designed t-shirt. To pre-order, please indicate the quantities and sizes you want in the SUG Comments box. No charge. Updates about the shirt pick up and parade line up will be forthcoming. 

Sign Up Genius Link:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040548aca623a7f58-stpetronille5

BRAIN, HEART, WORLD Introduction: 

Fr. Milota introduces the docuseries Brain, Heart, World.
This series of three 30 minute documentaries reveals the devastating effect of pornography and the porn industry on society and families, the long-term impact of pornography on the brain, and the predatory practices of this billion dollar industry.

Thank You for taking the time to watch this docuseries and learn more about the serious dangers of the pornography industry and how it is deeply hurting individuals, relationships and families.

Click here for Fr. Milota's closing remarks

Now that you have this information, we want to provide you with resources to get the help you need.
Click here for additional resources

If you do not find what you are looking for here,
please reach out to Fr. Milota at frmilota@outlook.com. 

I am Lauren Cassidy and I am a Rosary Rally Captain with an organization called America Needs Fatima.  This Public Square Rosary Rally will be one of over 20,000 rallies that will take place all across the US.

              Please join us in offering reparation for the sins and offenses committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to fervently pray for the conversion of the United States.   

We will meet at NOON on the SW corner of Main St GE and St. Charles Rd (“5 Corners”) on the first Saturday of each month during 2021 beginning on March 6.

Handmade signs are encouraged! 

"Pray the Rosary" 

"God bless America"    

All participants must wear masks.

 We will have a beautiful statue of

OUR BLESSED LADY. 

Call 630-673-0052 or email: colourcassidy@yahoo.com for additional information.