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- Final Days for the Apparel Store
View the store and order NOW! You are receiving this message because you are a member of Our Lady of Consolation Parish & School. Respond to this message if you wish to opt out of communication. Parish Office (616) 866-0931 Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play - Weekly Events & Updates 5/20/26
In this message… May 26-27: No Confession/Mass Final Days: OLC Apparel Store May 31: Graduation Blessing & Brunch June 6: Welcome to Summer June 7: Corpus Christi Procession August: Catholic Camp (VBS) Quick notes: – Please be aware of the “YIELD” traffic sign driving to Courtland Dr by Bishop Hills and Richter Place. Richter Place has the right-of-way. – Faith Formation registration for 2026-2027 is now live! Learn more on our website. – Ministry leaders: Please submit your meeting/event schedule for August 2026 through June 2027 to Linda Merring by May 31st. Email address: lmerring@olcparish.net. Give Online HERE 5/17/2026: Our latest report shows 402 families, representing 23% of our parish households, have contributed $267,861 or 106% of our parish assessment. Thank you to our families who have helped us reach our goal and beyond! Remember that all overage comes right back to our parish. View website and order now! RSVP Here - No Confession/Mass Tuesday 5/19
Friendly reminder that there is NO 5:30 PM CONFESSION or 7:00 PM MASS on Tuesday. May 19. - Faith Formation Registration 2026-2027
Register NOW! Register NOW! You are receiving this message because you are a member of Our Lady of Consolation Parish & School. Respond to this message if you wish to opt out of communication. Parish Office (616) 866-0931 Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play some softball - Weekly Events & Updates 5/13/26In this message… May 14: No 9:00 AM Mass NOW-May 25: OLC Online Apparel Store May 16: Rosary at the Cathedral May 19: No Confession/Mass June 6: Welcome to Summer June 7: Corpus Christi Procession Quick notes: – Check out the Lost & Found next time you are at OLC. There are jackets, water bottles, bracelets, and more that need to go back to their home! The Lost & Found is located across from the Adoration Chapel by the Parish Office. – We are almost at 99% of our CSA Assessment! Only 22% of registered households have participated. Please consider giving, even a small amount, so we can reach our goal! – Ministry leaders: Please submit your meeting/event schedule for August 2026 through June 2027 to Linda Merring by May 31st. Email address: lmerring@olcparish.net. Give Online HERE 5/12/2026: Our latest report shows 370 families, representing 22% of our parish households, have
- No Mass Thursday 5/14Friendly reminder that there is no 9:00 AM Mass on Thursday, May 14th due to a funeral.The faithful are invited to attend the funeral Mass of:Annika MeierDaughter of Mark and Lynn, sister of Cam and BodeThursday, May 14 at 11:00 AM
- Surrender Novena Begins Today
Surrender Novena on Hallow Begins May 11th Visit our Parish Page on the Hallow App to join us! New to Hallow? Click here to get started. You are receiving this message because you are a member of Our Lady of Consolation Parish & School. Respond to this message if you wish to opt out of communication. Parish Office (616) 866-0931 Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season - Apparel Store OPENView the store and order NOW! You are receiving this message because you are a member of Our Lady of Consolation Parish & School. Respond to this message if you wish to opt out of communication. Parish Office (616) 866-0931 Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking for additional players. You could play the whole season or be a sub, contact Teresa Border with interest or questions: tlbmgr@yahoo.com or (616)406-6023 Ladies who would like to play
- Submit your CSA Pledge!
Your gift to the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) changes lives for the better, impacting 179,371 Catholics and thousands more in our community and beyond. “Vocation is a precious gift that God sows in hearts, a call to step outside oneself to undertake a journey of love and service” – Pope Francis Your generous gift to CSA supports several vocational ministries here in our diocese. Strong, holy, selfless vocations propel the Church forward whether that is marriage, priesthood, diaconate or consecrated life, and your gift helps provide resources to help individuals grow in and find their vocation. To learn more about CSA and to give, visit: https://grdiocese.org/csa/ Give to OUR LADY OF CONSOLATION – ROCKFORD now! 2026 Parish Assessment: $251,971. Our latest report shows 351 families, representing 21% of our parish households, have contributed $241,491 or 96% of our parish goal. Please remember that 100% of any overage comes right back - Weekly Events & Updates 5/6/26In this message… May 7: May Crowning May 9-25: OLC Online Apparel Store May 11: Surrender Novena June 6: Welcome to Summer June 7: Corpus Christi Procession Quick notes: – May Crowning Tomorrow: We ask that you park in the north lot by the Holy Family Center. Please avoid parking in the south lot and parking spaces by the Mary Statue so we can have a safe and smooth celebration! – Check out the Lost & Found next time you are at OLC. There are jackets, water bottles, bracelets, and more that need to go back to their home! The Lost & Found is located across from the Adoration Chapel by the Parish Office. – We are almost at our CSA Assessment! Please consider what your family can give during this time. Only 21% of registered households have contributed to the 2026 CSA campaign. – Ministry
- *correction: Daily Masses This Week*correction: Wednesday Mass is at 8:00 AM (not 9:00 AM). Sorry for any confusion. Happy Monday!Our substitute priest is now available on Tuesday, so despite prior communication, all Daily Masses and Confession Opportunities are scheduled as usual!Tuesday, May 5 – Confession at 5:30, Mass at 7 PMWednesday, May 6 – Mass at 8 AMThursday, May 7 – Mass at 9 AM (May Crowning)Friday, May 8 – Confession at 8 AM, Mass at 9 AM
- Daily Masses This WeekOur substitute priest is now available on Tuesday, so despite prior communication, all Daily Masses and Confession Opportunities are scheduled as usual!Tuesday, May 5 – Confession at 5:30, Mass at 7 PMWednesday, May 6 – Mass at 9 AMThursday, May 7 – Mass at 9 AM (May Crowning)Friday, May 8 – Confession at 8 AM, Mass at 9 AM
- Deacon Logan’s Call To Orders
Deacon Logan to be Ordained a Priest on Saturday, June 20th Deacon Logan has received his Call To Orders! He will be ordained a priest on June 20th, 2026 at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Please continue sending prayers his way, and congratulate him when you see him! In addition to his Call To Orders, Bishop Walkowiak has assigned Deacon Logan McGahan to Our Lady of Consolation!! His assignment will officially begin on July 1, 2026. Praise be to God! A celebration will be held for Deacon Logan in August to congratulate him on his ordination and assignment. Stay tuned for more information. You are receiving this message because you are a member of Our Lady of Consolation Parish & School. Respond to this message if you wish to opt out of communication. Parish Office (616) 866-0931 Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM Ladies who would like to play some softball this - Weekly Events & Updates 4/29/26In this message… May 2: Baptism Class May 2: Knights Yard Sale May 5: No Confession/Mass May 7: May Crowning June 6: Welcome to Summer Notes from OLC School Quick notes: – We are almost at our CSA Assessment! Please consider what your family can give during this time. Only 20% of registered households have contributed to the 2026 CSA campaign. – Ready to Serve? Join the Usher Team! Your friendly presence and helpful hands are needed to welcome parishioners! Basic tasks include: Greeting the parish community entering Mass, assisting people in finding seats during full gatherings, passing out and gathering offertory baskets assisting with pew dismissal for Communion, handing out bulletins after Mass, straightening up the Church. If you’re passionate about serving and are available to volunteer, please contact Dianna Robach at 866dva@gmail.com. All parishioners aged 18+ are welcome to join this ministry! We currently have two openings for the 11am
- Weekly Events & Updates 4/22/26In this message… April 23: Blood Drive April 23: Exposition & Benediction with Healing Prayers April 25: KofC Yard Sale Donation Drop Off April 26: New Parishioner Orientation May 2: Baptism Class May 7: May Crowning Quick notes: -We’re hiring! View and apply for the OCIA Coordinator position HERE. -The Confessionals are complete! The Sacrament will now take place in the Saint John Vianney Confessional (south side). Give Online HERE Schedule HERE Orientation will begin at 12:15 PM in the Elizabeth Ann Seton Room. You are receiving this message because you are a member of Our Lady of Consolation Parish & School. Respond to this message if you wish to opt out of communication. Parish Office (616) 866-0931 Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM Ladies who would like to play some softball this summer(really Wednesdays in June, July and early August)? OLC has a women’s softball team for 30 and over looking
- No Confession/Mass Friday 4/17Friendly reminder that there is no 8:00 AM Confession or 9:00 AM Mass on Friday, April 17th due to a funeral.The faithful are invited to attend the funeral Mass of:Nathan PhillipsSon of Dorrance and Shellie, brother of Izzy and TimmyFriday, April 17 at 11:00 AM
- Weekly Events & Updates 4/15/26
- Mass Cancellations this Week