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1 February 25, 2018 Second Sunday of Lent Our Lenten Communal Penance Service with individual confession and absolution is Tuesday February 27 at 7:00pm

From the Pastor s Desk Today is the Second Sunday of Lent.

Our Communal Reconciliation Service with individual confessions and absolution is at 7:00pm on Tuesday February 27.

After Masses last Sunday, our catechumen and candidates in the RCIA attended the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion at Holy Name Cathedral. See our picture on page five.

Let us continue to pray for one another and for our parish.

Reservations are required. RSVP via phone 708.447.3108 or e-mail sthughlyons@sbcglobal.net or at https://tinyurl.

2 From the Pastor s Desk Today is the Second Sunday of Lent. We were reminded on Ash Wednesday that this penitential season is marked by the three traditional disciplines: fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. Our Communal Reconciliation Service with individual confessions and absolution is at 7:00pm on Tuesday February 27. The schedules for Lenten Reconciliation Services at our partner parishes in our Renew My Church grouping are found on page four. After Masses last Sunday, our catechumen and candidates in the RCIA attended the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion at Holy Name Cathedral. See our picture on page five. Our elect will participate in ritual Scrutinies (aka Exorcisms) during the 10:30am Mass on the third, fourth, and fifth Sundays of Lent as they prepare to receive the Sacraments of Initiation. Let us continue to pray for one another and for our parish. Father Reszel Next Friday: Meatless Soup Dinner Our Society of Catholic Women (SCW) is hosting a meatless soup dinner following the 7:00pm Stations of the Cross on Friday March 2. Reservations are required. RSVP via phone or sthughlyons@sbcglobal.net or at Farewell Father Jose Manuel Garcia Oviedo will be leaving the MCCJ Mission Center in LaGrange Park to take on a new assignment with the Comboni Missionaries. He would like to thank everyone for their support and kindness during his seven years in America. Please join him on Saturday March 10 at Mary Queen of Heaven, th St., Cicero for a farewell Mass at 6:30pm with a reception to follow. This is a Test I used to wonder how God could lie to Abraham about sacrificing his son Isaac. But the story begins by telling us God put Abraham to the test. Abraham himself seems to know it's a test. Apparently, I'm the only one fooled by God. I don't know if I would have passed the test. I would have at least argued with God about it, begging him to spare my son. Yet in our second reading, St. Paul reminds us that God did not spare his own son. (Rom 8:32) He passed his own test. Jesus was sacrificed so that God could show us how much he loved us. If God loves us so much that he gives his Son to die for us, why would he not forgive us? He doesn't. But he is still testing us. What does that tell us about life? You may have noticed that things don't always go your way. Does that mean those tragedies are our fault? No, God gives everyone free will and some people choose to do wrong. God intervenes sometimes and lives are saved. Other times, God intervenes by saving us after death with our resurrection. As long as people doubt God's love, there will be tests. That's why it is so important to proclaim the Kingdom: so that someday all people will know God's love and not need to be tested. Tom Schmidt, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co. Girl Scout Cookies Members of our local troop will have your cookie favorites available for purchase following the Masses this weekend and next weekend. ENCOUNTER CESIA We encounter Cesia in Nicaragua, where, despite a lack of economic opportunity, young people pursue their dreams by building businesses to better their lives. How can you work to improve the lives of others this Lent? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org for more.

3 Masses: Saints, Readings, Intentions Second Sunday of Lent Gn 22:1-18; Ps 116; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10 ; 4:00 Emil T & Gary E Sergo; Margaret Steves & Tom Drenth 8:00 Leona & Paul Carrabotta; Mary Spetter 10:30 Intentions of the Parish Monday February 26 Dn 9:4b-10; Ps 79; Lk 6: :30 Pauline Buban Tuesday February 27 Is 1:10, 16-20; Ps 50; Mt 23: :30 Wednesday February 28 Jer 18:18-20; Ps 31; Mt 20: :30 Anele Kebleris & Ken Wright; Raymond Kebleris Thursday March 1 Jer 17:5-10; Ps 1; Lk 16: :30 Saint Hugh Purgatorial Society Friday March 2 Gn 37:3-28a; Ps 105; Mt 21:33-43, :30 Virginia Bryson Saturday March 3 St. Katharine Drexel Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 103; Lk 15:1-3, :30 Third Sunday of Lent Ex 20:1-17; Ps 19; 1 Cor 1:22-25; Jn 2: :00 Salvino & Saalerno families; Raymond Sanders 8:00 Intentions of the Parish 10:30 Dora Cuello Weekend of March 3-4 Mass Priest Lector Eucharistic Ministers Altar Servers Mass 4:00 MCCJ Priest Father / Deacon Hanna S. Readers Eucharistic Ministers Altar Servers 4:00pm Father Reszel Arlene H Arlene H Cindy M Olivia Q 8:00am Father Father Reszel Reszel Stephanie Mason R. W Tabaitha W Edgardo R Renew My Church Grouping Parishes Saint Mary 126 Herrick Rd., Riverside Sat. 5:00pm Sun. 8:00. 10:00, 11:30am, 5:00pm Mon-Sat 8:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 4:00-4:30pm Mater Christi 2401 S. Tenth Ave., North Riverside Sat. 5:00pm Sun. 8:00, 9:30, 11:00am Mon-Sat 8:00am Reconciliation: Sat. 4:15-4:40pm Saint Pius X 4300 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney Sat. 5:00pm Sun. 8:00, 10:30am MTTF 8:00 S 9:00am Reconciliation: Sat. 4:00-4:30pm Saint of the day March 2. Saint Agnes of Bohemia, aka Saint Agnes of Prague, never married, but had a number of nobles interested in her as a possible wife. Preferring the religious life, she joined the Poor Clares, but not until after she had built a hospital and a friary for the local Friars. She lived the Poor Clare life for 45 years. March 3. Saint Katharine Drexel founded the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament to minister primarily to Native and African Americans in the U.S. She used much of her inherited wealth to support both the sisters and the ministry. She entered religious life as a Sister of Mercy before founding her new community which opened its first foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in franciscanmedia.org/source/saint-of-the-day Pray for the sick Cheryl Albertsen, Charles Barr, Alan Chopp, Ed Clark, Mary Jo Smith, Elsie Tobolaski If you wish a loved one s name to appear in this weekly request for prayers, please contact the parish office. Connor F Alexis S Teagan W Juan S 10:30am MCCJ Father Jenna S RCIA: 1st Deacon Frank Mamolella Scrutiny 10:30 Father Reszel Farrah K. Theresa M Patti K Nicki M Leo G Marissa H MCCJ = Comboni Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Jesus; Missionarii Comboniani Cordis Iesu

Renew My Church Grouping Parishes Communal Lenten Reconciliation Services Mater Christi (North Riverside)

March 19 Lenten Regulations Abstinence from meat is to be observed by all Catholics 14 and older on all the

During this time of discernment of our eleventh pastor, ask our patron saint to intercede for our parish.

Confirmandi and RCIA 6:00-7:30 / Communal Lenten Reconciliation Service 7:00pm March 2: Stations of the Cross

4:00pm Mass and Potluck Dinner March 4: RE grades PreK-6, 9:05-10:20 / RCIA Scrutiny during 10:30 Mass /

9: meatless potluck dinner 5:30-6:30pm / Stations of the Cross at 7:00pm led by RE & YM students March 10:

com/sthughcalendar The March 5 gathering of the Society of Catholic Women will include an evening tea and the

We will also elect our officers for two-year terms.

If there are any additional nominations for these positions or for Secretary, please contact the parish

4 Renew My Church Grouping Parishes Communal Lenten Reconciliation Services Mater Christi (North Riverside) 7:00pm on Monday March 5 St Mary (Riverside) 7:00pm on Monday March 12 St Pius X (Stickney) 7:00pm Monday March 19 Lenten Regulations Abstinence from meat is to be observed by all Catholics 14 and older on all the Fridays of Lent. Rest in peace Pray for the repose of the soul of former parishioner Virginia Bryson. During this time of discernment of our eleventh pastor, ask our patron saint to intercede for our parish. Saint Hugh of Grenoble pray for us From the Faith Formation Office February 27: Communion Prep 5:30-6:00pm / Confirmandi and RCIA 6:00-7:30 / Communal Lenten Reconciliation Service 7:00pm March 2: Stations of the Cross at 7:00pm led by SCW followed by Soup Dinner March 3: Confirmation Day of Reflection 1:00-6:30pm includes 4:00pm Mass and Potluck Dinner March 4: RE grades PreK-6, 9:05-10:20 / RCIA Scrutiny during 10:30 Mass / Reader practice 11:30 March 5: SCW monthly gathering begins with the Rosary at 6:30pm in Keating Hall March 9: meatless potluck dinner 5:30-6:30pm / Stations of the Cross at 7:00pm led by RE & YM students March 10: Confirmation trip to The Shrine of Christ s Passion More: tinyurl.com/sthughcalendar The March 5 gathering of the Society of Catholic Women will include an evening tea and the election of our Woman of the Year. The board has nominated Vangie Price. We will also elect our officers for two-year terms. Nominated are: Susan Kahler - President, Nicki Mendez - Vice President, and Theresa Mendez - Treasurer. If there are any additional nominations for these positions or for Secretary, please contact the parish office. Is God calling you? If God is with us, who can be against us? Is the Lord strengthening you to consider the grace of a vocation to the priesthood or consecrated life? To discover ways of serving the church, visit: ChicagoPriest.com and / or VocationsCAVA.org God s Word for Children

Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion Sunday February 18 at Holy Name Cathedral You are

recognize, trust, listen, and follow the voice of God.

James Chapel at the Quigley Pastoral Center, 835 North Rush, Chicago. 6:30-9:00pm each evening.

For more information and to register, please visit pvm.archchicago.org.

Upcoming training workshops: March 9-10 or April 27-28. Call Sabrina 773.927.0521 Fr.

Christianity 9:30am-Noon on Saturday March 3 at The Well Spirituality Center, 1515 Ogden Ave.

Join author Christine Schenk, CSJ as she takes us on a journey through women s history in the first four

Exploring visual imagery found in tombs of prominent early Christian women, a fascinating picture of women

5 Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion Sunday February 18 at Holy Name Cathedral You are invited to: A Lenten Retreat for Young Adults: Monday and Tuesday February 26 & 27 for insight on how to recognize, trust, listen, and follow the voice of God. Discerning Where God Leads You, Lessons on How to Listen and Follow God will take place at the St. James Chapel at the Quigley Pastoral Center, 835 North Rush, Chicago. 6:30-9:00pm each evening. The event is free and a light Lenten dinner will be served. For more information and to register, please visit pvm.archchicago.org. English Literacy Volunteers help adult immigrants learn English at Aquinas Literacy Center 3540 S. Hermitage Ave., Chicago. Sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, all tutoring is done in English for 90 minutes per week. Upcoming training workshops: March 9-10 or April Call Sabrina Fr. Reszel, Jamie Conroyd, Melanie Rios, Jesus Pelayo Crispina and Her Sisters: Women and Authority in Early Christianity 9:30am-Noon on Saturday March 3 at The Well Spirituality Center, 1515 Ogden Ave., LaGrange Park. Join author Christine Schenk, CSJ as she takes us on a journey through women s history in the first four centuries of Christianity. Exploring visual imagery found in tombs of prominent early Christian women, a fascinating picture of women s authority in the early church emerges. Cost: $30 Pre-registration greatly appreciated at or th Annual St. Patrick s Day Celebration Thursday March 8 at 6:30pm at FitzGerald s in Berwyn. Great Irish fare, beer, and wine. Entertainment by The Shannon Rovers, The McNulty Irish Dancers, and the Irish Musicians Association- Chicago. Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities programs for the homeless and disadvantaged in western Cook County. Register: or contact Esmeralda Zepeda at or ezepeda@catholiccharities.net

Parish Support February 17-18 Includes donations via GiveCentral Due to the Presidents Day holiday last week s offerings were not posted in time for this bulletin.

We have posted a list of participating retailers in the church vestibule. That list is also at www.sthughlyons.

6 Parish Support February Includes donations via GiveCentral Due to the Presidents Day holiday last week s offerings were not posted in time for this bulletin. Budget for Needed Weekly Offertory 3125 To safely make your contribution electronically through GiveCentral visit and click the blue DONATE on the top right. Scrip (a.k.a. gift cards) Why not use our most convenient fundraiser? We have posted a list of participating retailers in the church vestibule. That list is also at In-stock scrip (gift cards) are available after the weekend Masses and during the week at the parish office. Next weekend see Marilyn (4:00), Mary Ann (8:00), or Kim (10:30) for: Amazon $25, CVS $25, Dunkin Donuts $10, Home Depot $25, itunes $15, Jewel $25, Kohl s $25, Starbucks $10, Target $25, Walgreens $25, and Walmart $25. Question of the Week In the Gospel, God says, This is my beloved Son. Listen to him (Mark 9:7). What is Jesus saying to me? What is Jesus asking me to do? Vincentian reflection Lent is a call not just to give up something but more important to give something for the poor. Wherever you live in the parish, there are poor families within walking distance of your home. When in need, they ring the rectory bell. They are, in effect, ringing your doorbell. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist families, providing for food, utility, rent and other bills. God Bless You! Stewardship thought Here I am! he answered. GENESIS 22:11 It is easy to say, Here I am, Lord, when we are kneeling in church. But how easy is it to say Here I am, Lord, when a neighbor needs our help, when we are invited to join a parish ministry, or when we are asked to provide financial support? Often times we are called when it s not convenient for us. Discipleship is not always easy, most of the time it will make us uncomfortable and vulnerable. Wills / Bequests After providing for your loved ones, please consider naming Saint Hugh Parish as a beneficiary of your estate Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Jerusalem Lecture PEACE BY PIECES: 50 YEARS OF RECONCILIATION BETWEEN JEWS AND CATHOLICS 7:00pm on Monday February 26 Anshe Emet Synagogue, 3751 N. Broadway, Chicago Opening remarks by Cardinal Blase J Cupich Presentation by Dr. Elena Procario-Foley of Iona College The event is free and open to the public. Register at: archchicago.org/event-registration/jerusalem-lecture Treasures from our tradition The second Sunday of Lent every year recalls the Transfiguration of the Lord. Since the fourth century, Mount Tabor has been the focus of devotion to this event. As mountains go, it is not particularly lofty, rising about fifteen hundred feet, within view of the Sea of Galilee and very close to Nazareth. Scripture doesn't identify the mountain, but in the year 348 Saint Cyril of Jerusalem said he preferred Mount Tabor to Mount Hermon as the site of the Transfiguration, and his opinion won. It has long been a strategic military site, and ancient fortresses are visible on the heights. Over the centuries, churches and fortified monasteries rose on the mountaintop, only to be destroyed by various invaders. Six hundred years ago, local Christians started to decorate the ruins with flags and banners on the Feast of the Transfiguration. In 1631, the Sultan granted permission to the Franciscans to live on Mount Tabor, and they have been there ever since, discovering the ruins of an old Crusader church and constructing the present church on the site in The top of the mountain is divided into Greek Orthodox and Latin (that's us) zones. At one time, tourists arrived on the summit by bus, but this is no longer permitted. Some ride bicycles up a challenging and winding path, while others take the four thousand three hundred steps constructed for Christian pilgrims in the fourth century. It's hard to imagine the fishermen following Jesus up this craggy mountain without complaint. Visitors will sympathize with Peter's plan to construct booths and stay put with Jesus, Moses, and Elijah for a while, enjoying the view, and planning the trip back down. -Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

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RCIA - Third Scrutiny during the 10:30 Mass

March 18, 2018 Fifth Sunday of Lent RCIA - Third Scrutiny during the Mass Rev. Robert P. Marchwiany Eleventh Pastor of Saint Hugh Parish Born and raised in Poland, Father Marchwiany came to Chicago as