The St. Mary Mokena choirs will revive an old Swedish tradition as part of the parish's annual Christmas concert in the church on Friday, December 13th at 7:00 pm.
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Candles Light Up Stormy Night During Marian Procession
Rainy weather moved the third annual St. Mary Marian procession indoors, but it couldn't drown out the sound of prayer and song permeating the church.
What Happens in Purgatory and Who Goes There?
Even if you die in a state of grace, meaning you don’t have a mortal sin on your soul, you still aren’t necessarily ready for heaven. Certain Saints have reportedly had visions of Purgatory and the trials endured there.
“They Call Me Deacon:” The Story of Nabil Halaby
It would be very difficult, if not impossible, to find an individual at St. Mary who is more widely beloved than Deacon Nabil Halaby.
Food, Friends, Fun at 6th Annual St. Mary Oktoberfest
St. Mary returned to its German roots for the sixth time on the weekend of September 14-15 during the parish's annual Oktoberfest celebration.
