St Dismas Parish has recently begun a Ministry of Praise program, already in progress in many parishes in the Chicago Archdiocese.  This program invites retired, homebound, and others interested to pray for: 
(1) the parish in general, (2) those who are experiencing illness and/or difficulty in their current life, and (3) for the endeavors of the parish and its ministries.  As you know prayer is the most important activity whether at Mass, saying the Rosary, or in your own words communicating with our Savior.  And prayer is most beneficial when offered by those who are suffering or homebound.

If you wish to become a Minister of Praise, you will be enrolled in the program and get a pamphlet with prayers you can say at your convenience and a bulletin containing names of the members of the parish needing your prayers.  This Ministry allows all members of the parish to be united in prayer.

If interested, please contact the church rectory so we can arrange for you to get this booklet and become enrolled.