July 20, 2025
The Lord said to her in reply, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious
and worried about many things. There is need of only one thing.
Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her."
Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her."
Lk 10:41-42
Spiritual Resources
Employment Opportunity - Business Manager
The Business Manager is a vital leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial, administrative, and operational functions of St. Mary Sycamore, including the parish, school, and various ministries.
For more information use the link below:
Jack Connerton, longtime member of St. Mary Parish, will be turning 106 on July 25th. Cards would be appreciated and welcome. Cards may be dropped off at the parish office or mailed to him in care of his daughter, Kathy Hammes, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, 1957 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore, IL 60178. Thank you for helping us celebrate Jack!
If you would like to help out by bringing a dessert, please use the link below to sign up.
St. Mary School
New for the 2025-2026 School Year
Tuition Transfer Grants
- A Tuition Transfer Grant (TTG) is offered to all students transferring to St. Mary School in Grades 1-7 from any public, private or charter schools. Students from other parish school in our deanery are not eligible for this grant. The grant will provide $1,500 for each child, $750 in the first year and $750 in the second year.
- The student must be accepted to the school and remain enrolled for the entire year.
For more information, contact Mrs. Strang at pstrang@stmarysycamore.org or
815-895-5215
Preschool Playdate!
If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old before September 1st, you are invited to bring your child to Saint Mary’s Playdate on Tuesday, July 28th, and/or Tuesday, August 5th, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. for fun and friendship. A parent must stay with the child. Please RSVP to 815-895-5215 or pstrang@stmarysycamore.org
Religious Education
Religious Education Registration is out now! Please pick up registration forms at the PAC, or use the link below. Forms can also be found on St. Mary Sycamore website under the Faith Formation tab, then click on Religious Education.
Important Information:
- Religious Ed parent meeting is September 7th
- First day of RE is September 14th
- We are beginning a 2 year sacrament year. If you have a child who plans on being Confirmed or who will make their 1st Communion in the 2026/2027 year, you will need to enroll them in 1st grade (for 1st Communion) or 7th grade (for Confirmation) this year.
- Catechists, catechist aides and substitutes are needed! If interested, contact Sarah Larkins. *Catechists receive $75 off overall tuition.
- Forms must be submitted by August 24th.
