After months of planning, rehearsing, and recording, St. Mary has released its very first parish music album.
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Martha Fahey Named St. Mary CCW Woman of the Year
Martha Fahey was recently named the St. Mary CCW “Woman of the Year.” Fahey has been a St. Mary parishioner for 21 years and has dedicated countless hours to various acts of charity and service.
5 Reasons Catholics Can Be Thankful for the Shutdowns
There are actually several reasons why we as Catholics can be thankful for the Covid-19 shutdowns. Not thankful for the virus, but thankful for the opportunities it creates for us to deepen our faith.
Former Saint Mary Mokena Priest Recounts World War II and His Pastorate
Father Vytas Memenas, pastor of Saint Mary Mokena from 1972-1978, recounts his childhood during World War II and pastoral successes.
Diocese of Joliet Removes Easter Communion Obligation Due to Pandemic
Bishop Richard Pates, the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Joliet, has issued a decree removing the obligation of the faithful to receive Holy Communion this Easter season due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Instead, he urges Catholics to offer an Act of Spiritual Communion and a Perfect Act of Contrition.
The Mokena Marian 