St. Mary is a loving Eucharistic family called to follow Christ and form disciples.
WE ARE...
• prayerful
• inviting
• passionate to serve
WE STRIVE...
• to build holy families
• to accompany one another in Christ
• to form generous hearts
This Weekend:
Youth Group (CYO) is excited to see all of our young parishioners all dressed up in their costumes! The Trunk or Treat will happen in rain or shine. If weather permits, trunk-or-treating and games will all be located in the St. Mary parking lot.
Weekend Masses are at 5 pm Saturday, and 9 and 11 am on Sunday (live-stream of both Sunday Masses is at youtube.com/saintmaryderby).
Up and Coming:
On Monday, November 2, we observe All Souls’ Day. In addition to regularly scheduled confessions and the 8 am Mass, confessions and a special noon Mass for the Faithful Departed will be offered.
We also invite all parishioners to a Mass of Remembrance on Thursday, November 5, at 6:30 pm. As we honor those from our parish who have passed away during the past year, loved ones will have the opportunity to light a candle in memory of those inscribed in our sacramental Book of the Dead.
We also invite all parishioners to a Mass of Remembrance on Thursday, November 5, at 6:30 pm. As we honor those from our parish who have passed away during the past year, loved ones will have the opportunity to light a candle in memory of those inscribed in our sacramental Book of the Dead.
Harvest House Potluck & Speaker
Wednesday, November 4
All parishioners ages 55 and better are invited to a Harvest House evening of fellowship and learning. Fr. Charles Polifka of the Capuchin Franciscans of Wichita will speak about the St. Carlo Acutis Friary House. A potluck dinner begins at 6:30 pm, followed by the presentation at 7 pm on Wednesday, November 4. For more information, contact Barbara or David Wilbert at 316-734-0634.
St. Mary Youth Group will be attending Ascend Middle School Conference on November 7 for students in 6th-8th grade!
Attendees must purchase their own event $39 tickets, BUT, if you have an active 6th-8th grade youth group participant from the beginning through November 7, you can email their receipt to Stacy Mitchell for ticket reimbursement.
Please let us know if your child is planning to attend by completing the form via the blue button so that we can make sure we have an accurate roster. Sign-up deadline is November 1.
Attendees must purchase their own event $39 tickets, BUT, if you have an active 6th-8th grade youth group participant from the beginning through November 7, you can email their receipt to Stacy Mitchell for ticket reimbursement.
Please let us know if your child is planning to attend by completing the form via the blue button so that we can make sure we have an accurate roster. Sign-up deadline is November 1.
All are invited to a Veterans Day Prayer Service on Wednesday, November 11, at 9 am in the church. Presented by St. Mary fifth grade students, this annual event honors veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families while giving thanks for the gift of freedom. All are welcome to attend.
Other:
Support a Military Family with a Meal
Martha’s Meal Train serves our parish priests and other families in need, but this ministry also partners with our St. Mary Military Ministry to support our military families with deployed family members. When a parent is deployed, the family at home carries a lot, and the need can last for months. Providing a meal is a simple way to show them they are not alone.There are a number of meal trains that could use your support. To sign up to bring a meal, click the orange button below. If you or someone you know needs meals, fill out the request form via the blue button. Questions? Contact Blaise Dewell at 316-371-8409.
St. Mary Catholic School:
Jump-start your holiday shopping with over 100 vendors featuring unique, handcrafted creations and direct sales items. Find the perfect gifts while enjoying tasty on-site concessions, all for a great cause! The $5 admission fee supports our school’s PTO, helping fund enriching programs for our students. Shop, enjoy, and make a difference!
Youth Group Bake Sale
Our Youth Group (CYO) will host its annual Bake Sale at the Craft Fair to support youth ministry and is seeking donations of baked goods.
Youth in grades 6–12 are also invited to volunteer for shifts from 9 am–3 pm.
Baked items may be dropped off Friday during school hours at the office or Saturday morning at the Craft Fair.
Please sign up if you are able to help.
Calendar of Events:
Oct 31: Trunk or Treat
Nov 5: Mass of Remembrance
Nov 7: Turkey Bingo
Nov 11: Veterans Day Prayer Service
Nov 14: Neon Glow High School Dance
Nov 12: Altar Society Potluck & Meeting
Nov 21: St. Mary Fall Craft Fair
Nov 28-29: Nativity Raffle
Dec 5: Cookie Extravaganza
Dec 5-6: Nativity Raffle
Dec 13: Santa Breakfast
Nov 5: Mass of Remembrance
Nov 7: Turkey Bingo
Nov 11: Veterans Day Prayer Service
Nov 14: Neon Glow High School Dance
Nov 12: Altar Society Potluck & Meeting
Nov 21: St. Mary Fall Craft Fair
Nov 28-29: Nativity Raffle
Dec 5: Cookie Extravaganza
Dec 5-6: Nativity Raffle
Dec 13: Santa Breakfast
For the most up-to-date information on parish and school events, please visit our website stmarysderby.com regularly. Upcoming events, announcements, and important updates are posted there throughout the week.
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