Welcome

Welcome to St. Philomena and St. Michael Parish Family. Newcomers are invited to stop by or call the Parish office to register.
Our Pastor: Monsignor Michael Bliss
Mission Statement
We live our commitment to proclaim God's love by:
- nurturing our Parish family that is open to all;
- worshiping and celebrating the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church;
- serving the spiritual and physical needs of all;
- spreading the Gospel through personal witness; and,
- enriching our relationship with the Lord through prayer and acts of charity.
The 9-Day Assumption Novena
Beginning Sunday, August 7 and finishing Monday, August 15
Mary, Queen Assumed into Heaven, I rejoice that after years of heroic martyrdom on earth, you have at last been taken to the throne prepared for you in heaven by the Holy Trinity.
Lift my heart with you in the glory of your Assumption above the dreadful touch of sin and impurity. Teach me how small earth becomes when viewed from heaven. Make me realize that death is the triumphant gate through which I shall pass to your Son, and that someday my body shall rejoin my soul in the unending bliss of heaven.
From this earth, over which I tread as a pilgrim, I look to you for help. I ask for this favor: the spiritual and material needs of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish in Domond, Haiti.
When my hour of death has come, lead me safely to the presence of Jesus to enjoy the vision of my God for all eternity together with you.
RAFFLE TICKETS
St. Philomena and St. Michael Churches are holding a Raffle to benefit our Haiti Sister Parish, Our Lady of Assumption. First Prize $3,000, Second Prize $1,500, and Third Prize $500. Tickets are $20 per ticket or $100 for six tickets. The drawing will be held at the Fall Festival on September 24. Need not be present to win. Online tickets are available HERE or you can buy tickets through the parish office during normal business hours.
Mass Times
St. Philomena Church
1301 North Market Street
Monticello, IL 61856
Saturday - 4:30pm
Sunday - 10:00am
Wednesday & Thursday - 7:30am
Sunday - 10:00am
Wednesday & Thursday - 7:30am
Friday - 5:30pm
Confessions: Saturday 3:30pm - 4:20pm
St. Michael Church
332 South Macon
Bement, IL 61813
Sunday - 8:00am
Tuesday & First Friday - 5:30pm
Tuesday & First Friday - 5:30pm
Confessions: Tuesday 5:00pm - 5:20pm
Sunday 7:30am - 7:50am
Bulletin Deadline
Monday, 10:00am
Parish Announcements
ONLINE GIVING
In times when there are concerns about exposure to disease or spreading of a virus, Online Giving is a
convenient option to continue...More
2021 ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL
We need EVERYONE to contribute! There is still time to make a pledge! If you have not made one yet,
please consider doing so today....More
YOUTH GROUP YEAR ROUND CANDY SALES FUNDRAISER!
The Youth Group has a year round candy sales fundraiser to order candy and other goodies! To order, please click on the link above....More
RAFFLE TICKETS
St. Philomena and St. Michael Churches are holding a Raffle to benefit our Haiti Sister Parish, Our Lady of Assumption. First Prize...More