Congratulations to all those who were involved with the Danbury Catholic Blue Jay Ball held last Saturday night! The weather was perfect, large crowd, and the return of hometown son Fr. Andrew Sohm who was able to join in the celebration all made for a special night.

The month of November is a transition time as the weather moves from the season of Fall to Winter. It is also a month we pray for those who have gone ahead to the next part of life. We all will one day stand before God. It is part of our faith tradition (a spiritual work of mercy) to assist all the faithfully departed with our prayers so that if any stain of sin be upon them, by God's grace and our intercessory prayer justice maybe completed. Law finds its fulfillment in love.

The Year of Grace ends Saturday, November 29 beginning with the Vigil Mass at Danbury. The Advent Season is upon us, a time of preparation for Christmas!

God bless,

Fr. McCarthy.

Danbury Catholic students have launched their third annual winter plant sale through Janet's Jungle. Order your poinsettias in various colors and sizes, fresh wreaths and gorgeous holiday porch pots. NEW this year: Christmas cactus in various colors, birch poles and 25-foot fresh fir and cedar garland! Order from a DC student, online at janetsjungle.com, or call Janelle at the Danbury rectory, 883-2406. Orders due Nov. 10. The items will arrive the week after Thanksgiving.

Thanks for your support!

For those present at Julie Storr's talk at ERC and would like a handout of the key points in her presentation, they are now available. Call Sherry Hittle at 712-371-2070 and she will make sure you receive handout.

Thank you also on the feedback received on Julie's presentation. That was nice to hear. Sherry passed those comments on to her, also.

Yeehaw! St. Mary’s Danbury’s youth group will be holding a rootin’ tootin’ DBS on Saturday, November 15th. All Christians from kindergarten through sixth grade are welcome to learn about outlaws of the Bible. The round-up will begin at 11:00 (we will have vittles at noon) at Danbury Catholic School and end at around 4:30. All cowboys and cowgirls who are able will be singing a DBS song during the 5:00 Mass in Danbury.

How much will it cost to join the jamboree? Nothing, thanks to generous donations at our bake sale at Corn Days.

To sign up your young cowboys and cowgirls, please contact Lynn at 712-840-0327 or buth@danbury-ia.com, Emily at 712-840-6277, or Gabby at 712-898-8651. They are welcome to wear cowboy gear if they want - cowboy hats will be furnished!

Also, Bring A Turkey To Church at Mapleton St Mary’s will be November 16th. Anyone wishing to donate a frozen turkey to The Foodbank of Siouxland may meet Colleen Henderson after the 8:30 mass.

The Heavenly Gift Shop will be open the second Sunday each month after mass at Sacred Heart. We accept cash and checks made out to St. Therese of Lisieux.

To shop by appointment, call Lisa Jacobsen at 712-371-3297.

Need a prayer shawl or want to join in making prayer shawls? Please contact Lisa Jacobsen at 712-371-3297.

Want to help those in need of a little supplemental food? A basket can be found at the entrance of the church for your non-perishable items. Please consider helping those in need throughout the year.

Please join us for coffee and rolls after Mass the first Sunday each month. Get your spiritual fill and then fill your tummy with coffee and rolls and your soul with socialization.

Sacred Heart is looking for a pianist/organist to help with the music ministry. If interesting in sharing your talents please contact Theresa Wunschel 712-369-0303.

Adoration is held for an hour every Tuesday after Mass and all day on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Please join us.

Are you considering donating a poinsettia, cactus, or greenery to St. Mary’s Christmas atmosphere? Consider ordering them through Danbury Catholic School, and volunteers will take care of the plants or greenery for you. Please include a note in your order as to who the flower(s) are in memory or honor of.

Questions? Contact Julie at 712-223-0099.

We will pray the Rosary Wednesdays at approximately 6:45 when there is Faith Formation. Join us! We will also livestream on the St. Mary’s Danbury Facebook page.

Do you enjoy a little treat after Mass once a month? Are you willing to make a donation to keep these treats coming?

If you would like to donate towards Sweeet Saturdays, please contact Lynn Buth at 893-2160 or 840-0327.

Our next Sweeeeet Treeeet will be November 15th.

The St. Mary's, Mapleton Secret Prayer Pal gathering will be Sunday, Dec. 7 following the 8:30 a.m.Mass. We will meet in the parish hall. We will have a gift exchange and have the reveal. Refreshments served. Spouses welcome.

Want to help the financially challenged but not sure how? Baskets can be found at the church entrances for non-perishable items. These will be given to the Mapleton Food Pantry to help those in need of a little boost with their groceries and paper products.

St. Mary’s Mapleton is always open during the day to give you a place to get away from everyday distractions to pray and listen to God. However, not all doors will be open each day.

When there is NO daily mass, only the north door will be unlocked from about 8am - 5pm unless a special request has been made (i.e: someone needs the lift).

Registration for the 2025 Women’s Gathering, Love Like a Saint, is now open! This event is scheduled for Saturday, November 15 at St. Edmond Catholic School in Fort Dodge. Liz Kelly, a contributor to Blessed is She and the Word on Fire Institute will serve as the keynote speaker. In addition to the keynotes, the day will include Adoration, small groups, a vendor market, and more! Register at www.scdiocese.org/gathering.

If you have any questions, please contact Maddie McLarty at maddiem@scdiocese.org.

Be sure to watch for the latest weekly Catholic content in the next LumeNotes landing in your inbox on Fridays and available 24/7 at lumenmedia.org. The diocese and parishes and their extra efforts to help the “food insecure,” coverage of the sold-out Called youth conference, workshop for clergy on disability ministry, Catholic connection to decommissioned Air Force chapel, Grace Notes column and more. See our list of parish, school and diocesan events, area news, photos, and the Illuminating Catholics podcast. Subscribe for free at news@scdiocese.org or text Notes to 84576. Check your account to switch to text delivery!

Danbury Fire Department’s pancake/sausage/egg breakfast will be on Sunday, November 16th. They will be serving from 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the Danbury Fire Station. Enjoy breakfast in exchange for a free will donation.

Everyone is Welcome! Come out and help support your local Fire Department.

As we approach Veterans’ Day on Nov. 11 – just after Vocations Week – we interviewed retired military chaplains Father Francis Higgins of the U.S. Air force and Msgr. Ken Seifried of the U.S. Army. We are grateful to them and all our veterans for their service. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, on the Diocese of Sioux City YouTube channel or at https://www.lumenmedia.org/illuminating-catholics-podcast.

The Missouri River Choral Society presents “Christmas at the Cathedral”

Join us for an inspiring evening of Christmas music on Sunday, December 7, at 5:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Epiphany in Sioux City. Under the direction of Dr. John Flanery, the Missouri River Choral Society - featuring talented singers from across the region - will present a festive program blending beloved Christmas classics, contemporary favorites, and unique choral arrangements that capture the beauty of the season.

Tickets are $10, available at the door, from any choir member, or by calling 712-251-6705.

Come experience the warmth, joy, and wonder of the holidays through song!

Writing a check? Remember: When writing a check for your contribution, please make your check payable to St. Therese of Lisieux Parish.

Online Giving: Online Giving is available to all parishioners. To give online, go to https://www.osvhub.com/herlittleway/giving/funds. Select the fund to where you want your contribution to be credited. Enter your account and bank information. Enter the amount you want to give.

For all donations (including grain) to the parish: Please make checks payable to St. Therese of Lisieux Parish.

For donations (including grain) to Danbury Catholic School: Please make checks payable to Danbury Catholic School.

The ongoing financial support of our parish is always appreciated. Thank you!

Can’t make it to Mass? Please to continue to support your parish by mailing your contributions:

Please like and share our Facebook page.

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St. Mary's, Mapleton - https://www.facebook.com/stmarysmapleton

St. Mary's, Danbury - https://www.facebook.com/StMarysDanburyIowa

Please call Father Bill to make an appointment to do Baptismal preparation and to set a date.

Anytime by appointment in any of the three parishes.

Danbury & Mapleton: Thirty (30) minutes prior to weekend Masses.

Ida Grove: Tuesday and Thursday before and after daily Mass.

If you or a family member is sick, facing surgery, or in the hospital, please contact Fr. McCarthy or Deacon Stover immediately for visits and to be anointed with the Sacrament by Fr. McCarthy. Also, when one leaves the hospital, please notify Father or Deacon; this assists us to continue our care for the sick.

Planning a wedding? Contact Fr. William McCarthy a minimum of nine months prior to the wedding date to ensure all diocesan requirements are completed.

Due by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. Send info to danigmapbulletin@gmail.com or call Lynn at 712‑893‑2160.

We welcome you into God’s family! If you are interested in learning more about our church, or would like to join, please contact the rectory of your city of residence to register as a new member or if you have change of address or telephone number.

To have a name added to this unpublished list/tree, please contact the following:

Danbury - Pat Brouillette at 880‑0519

Ida Grove - Sherry Hittle at 371‑2070

Mapleton - Pat Sullivan at 881‑2420 or Marilyn Seuntjens at 253‑0603