Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church

FEATURES:

The Tabor Life Institute for education and formation in the Theology of the Body functions out of Annunication parish. The Insitute organizes seminars, retreats, teacher training and supplies materials in this life-altering teaching of Pope John Paul II. This teaching presents the entire world of human sexuality and relationshilps as an icon of the Divine Life of the Holy Trinity. To arrange study sessions, conferences, retreats or for information about resources call: (708) 645-0762 or email: taborlife@earthlink.net

Open House

Annunciation parish is open all day everyday for prayer and visitation. In Byzantine Catholic Churches the Blessed Sacrament rests in a tabernacle which sits on the Altar of Sacrifice located in the sanctuary of the Church. Visitors are welcome in the nave of the Church but access to the sanctuary (Holy of Holies) is forbidden.

Annunciation parish offers tours and lectures about the liturgy, iconography and spirituality of the Byzantine Catholic Church. These sessions are ideal for Confirmation classes, senior citizen groups, religion students and youth groups. On Holy Thursday evening Annunciation church is open as a station church to accommodate the tradition of the seven church tour.

To arrange a tour for your group call: (708) 645-0241

"Light of the East Radio"

Click on to the radio page of this website and select any one of our archived programs. "Light of the East" can be heard on various radio stations in the United States including the Relevant Radio network and Ave Maria Radio..

In addition to the Sunday broadcasts of "Light of the East"

Fr. Thomas J. Loya, STB.,MA. can be heard live every Thursday mornming on Relevant radio at 7:00AM (CST.)

You can also listen online: www.relevantradio.com

The Byzantine Catholic Community in Peoria, Illinois

Any Byzantine Catholics living in Central Illlinois or anyone interestesed in being part of a budding Byzantine Catholic community in this region should contact John and Laura Evancho at: (309)689-9929 or evancho@insightbb.com

Pray with us for peace in the world

Every Thursday evening at 7:00PM. (except during Lent) the Divine Liturgy is offered for the intention of world peace.

Programs

Evangelization A comprehensive plan of outreach to our neighbors and surrounding communities. Annunciation parish is also a part of the EVANGELIZATION MOVEMENT in the Byzantine Catholic Church in America. To be a part of the MOVEMENT visit: www.byzantineevangelization.com

Iconography

Both the interior and the exterior ceiling and walls of Annunciation church are in the process of being adorned by the rich, traditional, canonized art form of the Byzantine Catholic Church. This project is supported by generous donations from parishioners, friends and benefactors of Annunciation parish.

Icons made from the murals in Annunciaiton Church can be purchased at Morning Star Books and Gifts in downtown Lombard, IL; 28 West St. Charles Rd. 60148. (630) 629-1720.

email: mrngstr@att.net

website: www.mrngstr.com

Landscaping

In the same sense as our iconography, our sprawling, ten acre grounds communicates our spirituality. The continued development of our landscaping by means of a master plan for water management and sustainable environmnet will include shrines and prayer paths with an emphasis on indigenous vegetation. The native wildlife of our region finds our property to be very accommodating.

Liturgical Music

Annunciation parish has three choirs and eight cantors that lead the Divine praises at all Liturgical services. For cantor training or to join the choirs call: (708) 645-0241 Choir rehearsals are held on Wednesday at 7:00PM. A newly released CD of Byzantine liturgical music produced by our parish choirs is now available by calling the above number.

Education

Eastern Christian Formation Classes
• Pre-School through grade School – Sunday 8:30 A.M.
• Adult Bible Study –Every Sunday at 9:00AM October to May.

• Adult Enrichment Classes – Six-week sessions during the Fall season. For schedule and information call:

(708) 645-0241

"Light of the East Radio"--Visit the Radio page of this website and click on to whichever program you want to hear. Our radio program presents the gifts of the Eastern Catholic Churches and John Paul II's Theology of the Body.

Annunciation of the Mother of God Byzantine Catholic Parish
14610 Will Cook Road • Homer Glen, IL 60491 • phone 708 645 0241 • fax 708 645 0243 • email

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