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IMPERFECT HARMONY

Identifying and Recovering From Intimate Partner Abuse
Saturday, October 5, 2019
6:30-8:00 p.m.
St. James Church Laramie Room
820 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL
To register, email steppingstones@stjamesah.org

We welcome Dr. Erin Leonard, Ph.D, LCSW, LLC, award win-ning author, practicing psycho-therapist, and Arlington Heights native to the evening’s event. In her 20 years of practice, Dr. Leo-nard has become appreciated as a highly-trained expert in treating anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. She currently resides in Mishawaka, Indiana where she raises her two 10-year old children.

This presentation is sponsored by the St. James Stepping Stones Ministry. October is Domestic Violence Month. Everyone deserves to be in a safe, healthy relationship. If you or someone you know may be in an abusive relation-ship, a path to safety exists. Get help. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE or locally, contact WINGS 24-hour hotline at 847-221-5680.

HOLY GHOST BINGO

St. Emily Parish, 1400 E. Central Rd., Mt. Prospect, presents Holy Ghost Bingo, the brand new event, from Vicki Quade, co-author of the hit comedy, Late Nite Catechism.

It’s a crazy night of Halloween trivia, audience interaction, and the funniest costume contest you’ve ever seen. Add to that a box of wacky prizes, some Halloween candy, fun bingo cards, and a lot of Catholic humor for a night of entertainment you’ll never forget.

The event takes place Friday, October 18, 2019, in the School Gym. Tickets are $30 per person. Contact Sue Hogan at (847) 824-5049 or shogan@stemily.org.

FOR PARIS TO PITTSBURGH

Join Sister Barbara Mass, S.L.W. and others to view the documentary “Paris to Pittsburgh.”

Learn what is being done to create a sustainable future. Wednesday, October 16, 2019 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Living Word Center, 800 North Fernandez Avenue, Arlington Heights.

Please R.S.V.P. to Bmass329@gmail.com.

WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT?

Presented by Catherine Sims, D.Min.
Associate Director, Institute for Lay Formation
University St. Mary of the Lake
Thursday, October 10, 2019
7:00-9:00 p.m.
In the parish meeting rooms St. Mary of the Annunciation Parish, 22333 W. Erhart Rd. in Mundelein.

Do Catholics worship Mary? Why is there a Pope and why do Catholics pray to saints? Why do they confess to a priest and light candles?

Find answers to these and many other questions in this presentation with Dr. Catherine Sims who will offer insights into the history and meaning behind these and other aspects of the Catholic faith.

We encourage those planning to attend to submit questions for the session at the time of registration. However, there will also be time during the session to ask questions. All are welcome!

Registration is requested. Find information at the parish website www.stmaryfc.org or by calling the St. Mary office 847-223-0010.

A NEW START SPOOK DANCE HALLOWEEN ZOMBIE DANCE

Dress up if you would like. Prizes for the best costume.

Saturday, October 12th, 2019 – 6:00-10:00 p.m.
St. Peter Church
202 E. Schaumburg Rd. in Schaumburg, IL

Devilish cold cuts will be served between 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Coffee, pop water, cheese tray, deserts and snacks.

Come, and enjoy a night of dance and socializing.

Bring a snack to share.

D.J. Entertainer: Catherine L 6:30-10:00 p.m.

Tickets $12:00 at door

For additional information call
Joan Neville: 847-397-9643
Email: nevillejoan1@aol.com
website: www.anewstartclub.com

Invite your friends. All are welcome.