Saint Mary's Catholic Church

Saint Mary’s Catholic Church IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH

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PARISH COMMUNITY Pastor FR. JEREMY PAULIN, O.M.V. FR. DAVID BEAUREGARD, O.M.V. FR. PAUL NGUYEN, O.M.V. FR. BENJAMIN UNACHUKWU, O.M.V. DEACON JIM SCHWARTZKOPF PARISH OFFICE 618-465-4284 Fax: 618-463-4637 VOICEMAIL & DROPBOX MASS SCHEDULE Weekdays & Saturdays: 6:30 am & 8:00 am During School Year: Fri. 8:15 am Saturdays: 5:15 pm (for Sunday Obligation) Sundays: 6:30, 8:00*, 9:30, 11:00 am & 6:00 pm *8:00 am on Facebook Live Daily Rosary: 5:30 pm Mon.-Fri. on Facebook Live Day before Holy Day: 5:15 pm Holy Days: 6:30, 8:00 am 12:00 noon and 5:15 pm (if announced) First Fridays: 5:15 pm CONFESSIONS First Fridays: 4:00-5:00 pm Saturday: 4:00-5:00 pm & 7:00-8:00 pm AND BY APPOINTMENT ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please call the offce if you or a loved one needs to be anointed. 618-465-4284, and press 1 BAPTISMS Please call the offce to arrange a baptism at this time. MARRIAGES To be arranged at least six months before marriage. Call the Parish Offce. SCHOOL OFFICE 618-465-8523 Middle School 618-465-9719 www.smsalton.com ƒ Check out our Facebook page... 519 EastOBLATES Fourth OF THE VIRGIN Alton, MARY Illinois St. Mary’s Catholic Church www.stmarysalton.com St. Mary’s Learning and Living Our Catholic Faith Catholic Church My Dear Brothers and Sisters, awaiting the Advent of the Lord, St Bernard of Clairvaux (1090 - 1153) Abbot and reformer of the Benedictine ALTON, ILLINOIS Order, wrote beautifully and profoundly about our relationship with God in prayer. As Christians, he says, we live in the "third advent" the time between Christ's frst coming and his coming in Glory. We are to live in and by God's Word, and THE SECOND SUNDAY OF to let him live in us. Please ponder his words below. There are resources in this ADVENT bulletin with some suggestions for growth in God's word - a Method of Prayer (ARRR), and information about how you and your family can take advantage this DECEMBER 6, 2020 Advent and Christmas (And anytime really) of all the amazing offerings on our Parish FORMED.org subscription! Let's all keep God's Word and continue to grow in Christ this Advent! And please take advantage of our extra Confession MASS INTENTIONS hours! – God love you, Fr Jeremy OMV Monday, December 7 "We know that the coming of the Lord is threefold: the third coming is between 6:30 am Margaret Sugent† the other two and it is not visible in the way they are. At his frst coming the 8:00 am Dorothy Mager† Lord was seen on earth and lived among men, who saw him and hated him. 5:15 pm Pauline Ceppenati† At his last coming All fesh shall see the salvation of our God, and They shall look on him whom they have pierced. In the middle, the hidden coming, only Tuesday, December 8 the chosen see him, and they see him within themselves; and so their souls are 6:30 am Int of Larry & Mary saved. The frst coming was in fesh and weakness, the middle coming is in spirit Roderfeld and power, and the fnal coming will be in glory and majesty. 8:00 am Julie Mulrean† This middle coming is like a road that leads from the frst coming to the last. 8:00 am Irene Jehle† At the frst, Christ was our redemption; at the last, he will become manifest as Noon Mike Fischer† our life; but in this middle way he is our rest and our consolation.. 5:15 pm OMV Vocations If you think that I am inventing what I am saying about the middle coming, listen to the Lord himself: If anyone loves me, he will keep my words, and the Wednesday , December 9 Father will love him, and we shall come to him. Elsewhere I have read: Whoever 6:30 am Ruth Ann Leese† fears the Lord does good things – but I think that what was said about whoever 8:00 am Andrew & Mary loves him was more important: that whoever loves him will keep his words. Forgas† Where are these words to be kept? In the heart certainly, as the Prophet says I have hidden your sayings in my heart so that I do not sin against you. Keep the Thursday, December 10 word of God in that way: Blessed are those who keep it. Let it penetrate deep 6:30 am Albert Walter† into the core of your soul and then fow out again in your feelings and the way 8:00 am Dora & Mike Luketich† you behave; because if you feed your soul well it will grow and rejoice. Do not forget to eat your bread, or your heart will dry up. Remember, and your soul Friday, December 11 will grow fat and sleek. 6:30 am Int of Fr. Michael Warren, OMV If you keep God’s word like this, there is no doubt that it will keep you, for 8:15 am Shirley Dunphy† the Son will come to you with the Father: the great Prophet will come, who will renew Jerusalem, and he is the one who makes all things new. For this is what Saturday, December 12 this coming will do: just as we have been shaped in the earthly image, so will 6:30 am David Delawder† we be shaped in the heavenly image. Just as the old Adam was poured into the 8:00 am Pro-Life Efforts whole man and took possession of him, so in turn will our whole humanity be taken over by Christ, who created all things, has redeemed all things, and will 5:15 pm Jack Scalese† glorify all things." Sunday, December 13 6:30 am The People of OFFERING ENVELOPE PICK-UP St. Mary’s The 2021 offering envelopes are ready to be picked up but things are, of course, 8:00 am Int of Fr. Ben going to be different this year. Mailing the envelopes is cost prohibitive so we Unachukwu, OMV are going to offer contactless pick up. Please email or call the parish offce and 9:30 am Bertha McFarlane† leave a message stating that you would like to pick up your envelopes. We will have a table set up on the parish offce front porch. The boxes will be clearly 11:00 am Tammy Greco† marked with your name so they will be easy to pick up. 6:00 pm Mathew Zini† Thanks for your help with the distribution! If you have submitted a name for prayers in the bulletin THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT they will remain for one month. If you would like to ask the Focus: Stay awake, for the day of the Lord is at hand. parish to continue praying, please let the parish offce know by calling (618) 465-4284. Thank you for your prayers! The voice of God breaks into our world through sacred Scripture and the witness of modern-day disciples. Does it resound and echo in our thoughts, words, and actions, forming and shaping our lives? Or, is it dulled and dimmed by our worldly ways? Now is the time to listen, now is the time to act, for the kingdom of God is at hand. Please remember our brothers and sisters, who are in need of prayer. The prophet Isaiah speaks for the Lord in giving comfort to his people, proclaiming the service of Jerusalem at an end Kailey Almeter & the Almeter Family, Lucy Rose – and that her guilt is expiated. They are to prepare the way Lucas, Bill Haine, Naomi Fader, Barb Cronn, of the Lord, for the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and Everett O’Connor, Tom Grossheim, Jack Droste, he will shepherd them with care. In the second reading, Greg Weirich, Cathy Weirich, The Ringering Family, Peter writes to his community that the day of the Lord will come like a thief Mary Donahue, Sean Michael Donahue, Veronica . Therefore, they ought to conduct in holiness and devotion eager to be found Murray, Keith Houghton, Debra Houghton, Baby themselves … without spot or blemish before him. In the Gospel, John Olivia, Mary Jenniches, Phyllis Milford-Rill, Larry the Baptist heralds the coming of Jesus as he exhorts his Greenwell, Emilee Tate, Pat Gorman, Liam Maher, listeners to turn away from sin and be baptized. G. Terry Westfall, Ellen Saville, Margarita Pulido, Bob Rill, Chris Henkhaus, Mike Mihalich, Kathleen PART ONE - THE PROFESSION OF FAITH Engdale, Martha Kraehmer, Sue Imming, Michael SECTION TWO – THE CREEDS Jennings, Jr., Francis Gonzales, Jill Love, Henry 200. "I BELIEVE IN ONE GOD" Leady, Matthew Paulda, Mary Wuellner, Stephen These are the words with which the Niceno- Turvey, Rollan “Jerry” Jouett, Samuel Madrey, Constantinopolitan Creed begins. the confession of God's Jackie Stilley, Brian Petty, Bryce, William Danother, oneness, which has its roots in the divine revelation of the John Wittman, Phil Hoefert, Mary Ann Raymond, Old Covenant, is inseparable from the profession of God's Trisha Middleton, Denny Meehan, Jonathan existence and is equally fundamental. God is unique; Denney, Fr. Jeremy Paulin, OMV, Sarah Huber, there is only one God: "The Christian faith confesses that Sarah Rose Zangori, Bill Cox, Joan Cox, Florence God is one in nature, substance and essence."3 Sabaj, Diana Melosci, Bonnie Haegele, Carmen Kassler, Gail Grant, Patrick Hickey, Carolyn Holt, CHRISTMAS MASS INTENTIONS If you would like to remember a loved one at the St. Mary’s Mary Jo Buesteton, Michelle Moody, Gene Manley, Midnight Mass, please send in your intentions along with Kathy Klaus, Tim Holt, Cathy Jo Taul, Logan K., a free-will offering no later than Monday, December 14th. Andrew Brenner, Mary Jane Siemer, Eric Holt, Joe The names of those intentions will be listed in the special Certa, Sr., Tanner Akers, Jenny Breden, Shirley J. Christmas bulletin. Waide, Barbara Hill, Jim Budde, Carolyn McDey, Christie Lane, Ron Eaton, Donna Scheffel-Null, RCIA NEWS Deborah Olney, Jackie Stilley, Vera Gray, Dolores Please note: All future RCIA meetings will now be held in our Parish Center located at 1015 Milton Rd – Alton (the Hill, Rosemary Ruedin, Sharon McCoy, Ted Holt, old St. Matthew’s Church). This change will allow us to Amy Terhaar, Cindy Klunk, Carol Woelfel, Molly E., meet safely distanced. Catharine Williams, Lela Rose, Jerome Carrigan, Jeannette Krug, Pam Boutin, Toni, Anne Fahrig, BANNS OF MARRIAGE Mistina Holt Congratulations to – Holy Mary, help those in need, give strength to the weak, Chris Kiel & Alex Kolodziejski comfort the sorrowful, pray for God’s people, assist the clergy, and intercede for religious. May all who seek your Who will be married during the month of December. help experience your unfailing protection. Amen. We offer our best wishes and prayers that the peace of Christ may live always in their hearts and in their home!

PLEASE PRAY FOR THESE AND ALL MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES Jordan Cook, Kris Drake, Kyle Gray, Brian Gehm, Alaina Gehm, Johnny Braun, Grant Wanamaker, Trenton Brown, Michael Lucas, Drew Hargus, Steven Layne Blair, Jr., Joseph Brakeville, Keith Johnson, Joseph Buehlman, Teresa Buehlman, Austin Knebel, Megan Schuette, Daniel Chartrand, Morgun Yogore, William Kerr, Alex Geisen, Matthew Gonzales, Dree Anna Dixon, Jacob Allen, Matt Jouett, Tamara Cardenas, Emily Keith, Lisa Haegele, Kyle Ontis, Kaleb Selock, Caleb Rench, Danny Geringer, Zach Meyer, Jeff Schlobohm, Kaleb Denney, Samantha Gorman, Lane Oliver, Alexander Jaworski, Lance Perkey, Jonathan McCullough, Samantha Hoehn, Grace Gerhart, Trent Ward, Michael Cooke, Ed Maag, Luke Plunkett RECENT BAPTISMS Venerable Bruno Lanteri Lucy Jewell Palazzolo Daughter of Thomas & Shelby Palazzolo “I urge you to begin We welcome her as the newest member baptized into our Catholic Faith. May God bless them as they grow each day, leaving the together in God’s love. past to the mercy of BAPTISMAL PREPARATION CLASS (2nd Sunday of each month) the Lord, and the The next Baptismal preparation class will be held NEXT Sunday, December 13th. This class meets immediately future to his Divine Providence. following the 11:00 am Mass in the MaryAnn Room (in the basement of the Church). Please call the Parish Offce at Do not let yourself be troubled (618) 465-4284 to register for this class. by anything, not even by your own failings, taking care to OMV ADDRESSES overcome them immediately by FR. JOHN PAUL KLEIN, OMV Oblates of the Virgin Mary Lanteri Center an act of love of God.” 416 22nd St. – Venerable Bruno Lanteri, Denver, CO 80205 Founder of the OMV FR. NNAMDI MONEME, OMV Learn more here: omvusa.org Oblates of the Virgin Mary Novitiate & Formation Center omvusa.org/bruno-lanteri/ 15 Mahogany Street Bankers Village, Brgy Sta Cruz, Antipolo City Rizal, 1870 MARQUETTE ENTRANCE EXAM Philippines Attention 8th Graders FR. JOHN WYKES, OMV Marquette Catholic High School Curia Generalis Incoming Freshman Entrance Exam Viale Trenta Aprile, 17 Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. 00153 Roma, Italia Register online at www.marquettecatholic.org under Admissions. FR. JIM WALTHER, OMV & For more information, please contact Karen Coles at BR. LOU FALBO, OMV Oblates of the Virgin Mary Provincial Offces (618) 463-0585 x2 or [email protected] 2 Ipswich St. St. Mary’s Boston, MA 02215 FR. JOHN LUONG, OMV & Adoration Chapel BR. LELAND THORPE, OMV Oblates of the Virgin Mary Our Lady of Grace Seminary 1105 Boylston St. http://www.adorationpro.org/maryalton Boston, MA 02215

Adorers Needed: FR. SHAWN MONAHAN, OMV Tuesdays: 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm 310 Sarasota St. Thursdays: 3:00pm, 5:00pm Venice, FL. 34285 Fridays: 3:00pm, 5:00pm Saturdays: 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm FR. DAVE YANKAUSKAS, OMV Sundays: 3:00pm, 5:00pm St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church Additional Adorers Needed: 12001 E. 214th St. Mondays: 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716 Wednesdays: 4:00pm, 5:00pm Thursdays: 4:00pm FR. CHRIS UHL, OMV Fridays: 4:00pm Holy Ghost Catholic Church Saturdays: 6:00pm, 7:00 pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm 1900 California St. Sundays: 8:00pm Denver, CO 80202 St. Mary’s has partnered with the Augustine Institute to offer free online materials to grow in your faith and be inspired. It’s called FORMED. Here are some options:

1) Join: The Road to Bethlehem, to encounter the love of God made fesh in the Person of Jesus Christ! You can opt-in to this program. Sign up at FORMED.org/advent

The Road to Bethlehem includes: • Daily Advent refections by Dr. Tim Gray; • Weekly videos, audio talks, and book excerpts on FORMED related to the weekly theme; • Email reminders every morning; • Brother Francis Advent refections for kids; and • A weekly action item to help you put the Advent message into practice.

2) Listen: • Come, Lord Jesus: Meditation on the Art of Waiting by Poor Clare Mary Francis • The Mystery of Christmas by Fr. Larry Richards • The True Meaning of Christmas by Archbishop Fulton Sheen • Advent: Rethinking the Season by Dr. Tim Gray • Prepare the Way of the King by Dr. Scott Hahn • The Story of Christmas: An Audio drama about the First Christmas (for children)

3) Watch: • The Search - 7 videos. Why Are We Here? What’s Life All About? (highly acclaimed new series) • Guadalupe: The Message and the Miracle narrated by Jim Caviezel • The Story of the Nativity: The Truth of Christmas • Christmas in Rome: A Celebration of the Nativity • Kristoph & the First Christmas Tree: A Legend of St. Boniface (for children) • O Holy Night, The King is Born: What Christmas is About (for children Brother Francis)

4) Books to Download: • Christmas with Bernadette by Emily Ortega (for children) • Look Again, Thomas by the Sisters of Life (for children) • A Mother’s Rule of Life: How to Bring Order to your home & Peace to your soul by Holly Pierlot • Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be by Fr. Larry Richards

Not yet on FORMED? 1. Visit http://signup.formed.org/. 2. Enter our parish’s zip code or name. 3. Enter your name and email.

This is completely free for YOU!

and so much more for you on FORMED.org! ARRR (Acknowledge, Relate, Receive, Respond) ARRR describes conversational prayer with God. It’s a way to help you bring everything in your heart to God and experience His personal love for you. In a conversation with God, you may fnd yourself going back and forth between these movements. Don’t feel locked in to following these steps one after another.

Acknowledge: Take a few moments to be aware. What’s going on inside of me (thoughts, feelings, desires)? What did I experience today that made me feel happy, grateful, at peace, or loved? What did I experience today that made me feel sad, lonely, frustrated, angry or stressed? What things am I anxious about or don’t understand? What sins am I sorry for? What do I need help with? What things am I looking forward to in the days to come? What do I want to feel, experience, or know during this time of prayer?

Relate: Now that you are aware of what’s going on inside, tell God all about it. Be as authentic and honest as possible. There is no need to “dress it up.” Speak to Jesus like you would speak with a friend. Here are a few ways to start: (You can also direct your prayer to the Father or to the Holy Spirit.) “Jesus, thank you for…” “Jesus, today I felt…(sad, scared, happy, anxious, etc.)…when…” “Jesus, I’m having trouble with…” “Jesus, I don’t know what to do about…” “Jesus, I don’t understand…” “Jesus, I’m frustrated (with You) about…” “Jesus, I’m sorry for…” “Jesus, I want/need your help with/to…” “Jesus, I’m really excited about/looking forward to…” “Jesus, during this time of prayer, I want to feel/experience/know…”

Receive: Listen. Be open, quiet, and still, and wait. If you have a thought or feeling that pulls you toward God, that is God “speaking to” you or moving you closer to Him. Maybe you have a clear sense of something He is asking of you, or maybe you just feel peace, hope, or joy. Rest in that; let it soak into your heart, mind, body, and soul. If you don’t feel like anything is happening, that’s okay. Prayer doesn’t always produce wonderful “feelings”; like any human relationship, it’s normal that we may not always feel close to Him. The two most important things we can do are: 1) just show up (be consistent) to talk with God 2) to be honest with Him about everything. It may help to read a scripture passage and see if anything strikes you. Trust that God is with you and is loving you, even if you can’t sense it.

Respond: Whatever you receive from God, it will open up a way to respond. Maybe it’s simply expressing gratitude for what you’ve received or making a concrete resolu-tion to follow through with what He is asking of you in a specifc situation. Maybe it’s asking God to help you in some specifc way. Again, tell Him all about it. If you don’t know how to respond, just ask Him to show or tell you how in the days to come. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS WAY OF LIGHTS Are you a member?? www.snows.org The Council 460 Knights of Columbus is looking for new The annual Way of Lights display at the Shrine of Our members! Our Knights help in many ways… Support our Lady of the Snows in Belleville, IL. will run through priests, provide funds to SSM Cardinal Glennon Hospital, Thursday, Dec. 31 support the 40 Days for Life vigils, golf tournaments, support Red Cross Blood drives and so much more!! Donations are accepted ~ face masks are required. If you are interested in learning more or would like an Lights nightly: 5:00pm-9:00pm application, please contact: Outdoor activities: 5:00pm-9:00pm Indoor activities: 10:00am-9:00pm Mike Mueller, Grand Knight ~ [email protected] Jim Schwegel, Recorder ~ [email protected] General email request ~ [email protected] POINSETTIAS Would you like to donate a The Second Collection for NEXT weekend Poinsettia for the Church at will be for The Support of Our School Christmas in memory of a loved one? If you would be interested, please bring the name/donation ADVENT & CHRISTMAS to the Parish offce (or place in the MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! offering basket or place in the after- hours drop box) with all information Advent Confession Opportunities: noted on the envelope) no later Sunday Evening Confessions: than Monday, December 14th. The cost of each poinsettia Extra confession times on Sunday evenings inAdvent: is $15.00. After the Christmas Season, you may take the December 6, 13 and 20 from 4:45pm-5:45pm. poinsettia home with you! The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary: PARISH OFFICE NEWS The Solemnity of Mary's Immaculate Conception is In light of the current outbreak of Covid in our area celebrated on Tuesday, December 8th. Masses times and in conjunction with the St. Mary’s School closing, the Parish Offce will be closed to in-person contact are as follows: through January 11, 2021. We can still be reached via Monday, December 7th: 5:15pm (Vigil Mass) email and phone messages during this time. Tuesday, December 8th: 6:30am, 8:00am*, Noon and Parish Offce: (618) 465-4284 5:15pm. Laurie Horn ~ [email protected] *Livestream will be available for the 8:00am Mass Tricia Conrad ~ [email protected] Advent Concert: Please join Dennis Keller, Barb The drop box is still available if you wish to drop off Crammond, Mindy Cochran and special guests for something for the Parish Offce or the school. Thank you and be healthy! an Advent concert on Friday, December 11th in the Church at 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm). *This event will be available via FB livestream

Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe: PRAYER CORNER December 12 ~ 8:00am Words of Our Lady of Guadalupe Christmas Mass Schedule: to St Juan Diego December 24th ~ 4:00pm*, 6:00pm*, My child, my littlest one, Midnight (12:00am)* listen to my words December 25th ~ 6:30am, 8:00am*, 9:30am, 11:00am and allow them to penetrate your heart. *All Christmas Eve Masses and 8:00am on Christmas Allow nothing to affict you or cause you anguish. Day will be livestreamed Let nothing disturb your heart. *Overfow seating will be available in Suddes Hall for Am I not here, I who am your Mother? the 4:00pm & 6:00pm Masses, if needed Are you not in my shadow and under my protection? Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Am I not the source of your life? (New Year’s Day): Are you not in the folds of my mantle, December 31st ~ Vigil Mass 5:15pm in the crossing of my arms? January 1st ~ 6:30am, 8:00am*, Noon, and 5:15pm Do you need anything more? *Livestream will be available for the 8:00am Mass - Our Lady of Guadalupe 12/12/1531 The Road to Bethlehem Reflections and Enrichment for Advent

We are excited to announce a brand-new project underway at FORMED! This Advent you can join The Road to Bethlehem—an opt-in digital discipleship program designed to lead you into an encounter with Christ and his love throughout Advent.

Here’s the other great news—The Road to Bethlehem is completely free for all FORMED parishes and users.

Please consider joining us this Advent on The Road to Bethlehem, to encounter the love of God made flesh in the Person of Jesus Christ!

This exciting new project from FORMED will allow you to grow in your faith from anywhere you can access FORMED—from your home, in the car, on a run, or taking a walk.

The Road to Bethlehem includes • daily Advent reflections by Dr. Tim Gray; • weekly videos, audio talks, and book excerpts on FORMED related to the theme of the week; • Brother Francis Advent reflections for kids; and • finally, a weekly action item to help you put the Advent message into practice.

Thank you for journeying with us this Advent! We hope that The Road to Bethlehem leads you further into communion with God’s greatest gift to us: Jesus Christ.

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602 East WAPPETIZERS 3rd St, Alton, IL 62002 466-3400 Toasted Ravioli Bosco Sticks (1) 34 E. Delmar - Alton Six jumbo toasted raviolis served with a side of red sauce618.433.9999 - 6.99 Cheese filled bread stick baked in garlic butter and dusted with parmesan cheese - 1.69 GarlicPresent Cheese this Bread coupon and receive a free order of cheese bread. RICK STRACK, Owner Split white baguette brushed with garlic butter and baked with Antipasto provolone cheese. Served with red sauce - 4.25 Fresh mozzarella, Volpi salami, and feta stuffed olives drizzled with a garlic and olive oil - 7.99 Chicken Wings Eight jumbo wings breaded or naked, deep fried and tossed in your Bruschetta choice of sauce (Hot, BBQ, Garlic Parmesan) - 8.49 Toasted Italian bread served with a salad of tomato, feta, olive oil, garlic and basil - 6.49 Risotto Balls (8) Breaded risotto and cheese fried and topped with parmesan cheese, Stuffed Mushrooms (5) served with red sauce - 6.49 Large mushroom stuffed with a cream cheese filling of Italian sausage, garlic, diced onion and Italian seasonings - 7.49

SALADS Dinner Salad Greek Salad Romaine and iceberg topped with shredded cheese, parmesan, Romaine and iceberg, green and black olives, feta cheese, tomatoes, tomatoes, onions and pepperoncini onions, pepperoncini and parmesan Large - 6.50 • Small - 3.25 Large - 7.99 • Small - 4.99 Decaro's House Salad Grilled Chicken Salad Romaine and iceberg topped with ham, Volpi salami, shredded cheese, Romaine and iceberg topped with shredded cheese, tomatoes, onions, parmesan, black olives, tomatoes, onions and pepperoncini served with and garlic croutons topped with marinated grilled chicken Decaro's creamy Italian Large - 7.99 • Small - 4.99 Large - 7.99 • Small - 4.99 Dressings Chef Salad Decaro's Creamy Italian | Ranch | Bleu Cheese | French | Poppyseed Romaine and iceberg topped with your choice of turkey or ham, and | Honey Mustard | Caesar | Vinegar and Oil topped with hard boiled egg, shredded cheese, tomatoes, onions and garlic croutons Large - 7.99 • Small - 4.99 SOUPS Caesar Salad We rotate two house made soups every week Romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, onions, garlic croutons tossed in Bowl - 4.75 • Cup - 3.00 Caesar dressing Add Chicken - 2.49 Large - 6.99 • Small - 3.99

OVEN BAKED SANDWICHES Sandwiches are served with house made chips.White or Wheat Baguette Sub Fries, sm. Dinner Salad or Cup Soup - 1.99 Decaro's House Sub Meatball Sub Volpi salami, ham, mortadella and provolone, onions and tomatoes Our house made meatballs served inside our baked garlic cheese bread served with vinegar and oil - 8.99 and topped with red sauce and parmesan cheese - 8.99 Club Sandwich Chicken Parmesan Turkey, ham, bacon, provolone, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions Hand breaded chicken breast topped with red sauce, provolone and and pesto mayo - 8.99 parmesan cheese - 8.99 Hot Ham and Cheese Chicken Salad Sandwich Thinly sliced ham, provolone, American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and House made chicken salad with halved grapes, pecans, celery, served mayo - 8.99 on large croissant with romaine - 8.99 Turkey Sandwich Veggie Sandwich Sliced turkey, provolone, served with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and Tomatoes, onions, black olives and roasted peppers sautéed with garlic mayo - 8.99 and topped with red sauce and provolone cheese - 8.99 Italian Beef Italian Sausage Sandwich Thin sliced Italian beef and provolone. Served with sweet peppers or Hill made Italian sausage, topped with peppers, onions, provolone spicy giardiniera and au jus - 8.99 cheese, served with red sauce - 8.99