Thanks for being a part of our marathon weekend fundraiser

Let me stop and not go another moment forward without saying to all of you, ”Thank You!”  There are so many who do so much for St. Gertrude. A special thank you to all who were  able to support our Soles of the Parish Fun Run and/or Fr. Mike’s participation in the  Chicago Marathon.  This weekend benefited our Heart-to-Heart ministry. We truly are at our best when we put  ourselves into action to show God’s love and mercy.  Please see below for pictures of the fun. 

Fr. Mike Bradley's Run

Congrats to Fr. Mike on his 50th marathon! He completed He completed the bank of America Chicago Marathon in 6 hours and 14 minutes!

You can still donate online at https://bit.ly/FrMikeRuns or via a check at church or dropped off at the Rectory. Please add Fr. Mike's name in the memo line.

Read this article about Fr. Mike's marathon! 

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon takes place on October 8th, and along with 45,000 other participants, several Saint Gertrude parishioners and I are prepping for the 26.2 miles.

My most recent marathon was a do-it-yourself event in our Edgewater neighborhood, back in October of 2020, when the regular Chicago marathon had been canceled. Since November of 2020, after experiencing medical setbacks and a surgery, and under doctor’s orders, I had to curtail my running. 

Because of the prayers of many people, however, I’m now able to lace up my shoes and run my 50th marathon. I'm also pleased to be part of this year's “Soles of St. Gertrude Parish,” which includes a fun run/walk on October 7th and other activities for “Marathon Weekend.” 

As part of the festivities, we are asking you to consider making a donation to Heart to Heart, our parish’s outreach to elders in the Edgewater community. Regardless of their religious affiliation, these folks can call Heart to Heart when they need transportation to the grocery store, doctor’s office, mass . . . or they’d just like a friendly visit. Heart to Heart also operates a lending closet of durable medical equipment which provides critical support to people all over the city. Your support for Heart to Heart is a real blessing to so many people, and your prayers for me will enable me to reach the finish line on October 8th. 

Please send me your prayer intentions (mbradley2222@yahoo.com), and I will pray for your prayer requests as I run/walk the 26.2 miles.  

With heartfelt appreciation for your prayers and support, 

~ Father Mike Bradley

Fr. Mike Bradley will run the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 8. We are seeking sponsorships for Father Mike, with all proceeds going to Heart to Heart ministry for seniors. You can donate online at https://bit.ly/FrMikeRuns or via a check at church or dropped off at the Rectory. Please add Fr. Mike's name in the memo line.