To earn the Divine Mercy graces, we need to understand what they are, and how to prepare our hearts for them. Lent is a perfect time to do this.
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A History of Saint Mary Mokena: 1864-1949
The land for St. Mary parish was donated in 1860 by Matthias and Margaret Enders, and, over the course of four years, the local German families raised $1,400 to erect a church.
Faith Starts with an Invitation
An invitation was life changing for me, and I’m sure countless others have returned to the church or grown in their relationship with Jesus simply because they were invited by a friend or family member.
Saint Mary Parishioners March for Life
Thousands of pro-life supporters marched in solidarity on Sunday afternoon at the annual Chicago March for Life. Among them were several Saint Mary Mokena parishioners...
Seven New Year’s Resolutions for Every Catholic
As Catholics, we should also consider our spiritual health in the new year. What can we do to deepen our faith and grow closer to Jesus Christ?
The Mokena Marian 