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1 OCTOBER 15, TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Living God s Word Over the past few weeks the scriptures have provided us with a feast of images of God s abundant mercy. Today s image of the heavenly banquet both completes the picture of God s generosity and shifts our attention to our response to God s generous invitation. Copyright 2012, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. Reflecting on God s Word As Catholics we are invited to come to the feast at significant moments in our lives. Baptisms, First Communions, marriages, ordinations, and funeral rites are all commonly celebrated within the feast of the Eucharist. The clothes we wear from the baptismal garment to the funeral pall, from fancy wedding garb to simple white albs reflect our baptismal commitment to be faithful to Christ until we come to the eternal heavenly feast that our eucharistic celebrations anticipate. All are invited to come to the feast. All are invited to dress in the garment of Christ. Not all respond to the invitation. It has often been asked what would happen if, some Sunday morning, praying as we always do for Christ to come again, Christ actually did return. Would we come to his feast? Would we prefer our small private gathering to the huge mass of people we don t really want to know? Would we be found wearing the garment of faithfulness we were given in baptism? Where would we be on that day? Virginia Stillwell Copyright 2012, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. Readings for the Week Monday: Rom 1:1-7; Ps 98:1-4; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Rom 1:16-25; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9 Thursday: Rom 3:21-30; Ps 130:1b-6ab; Lk 11:47-54 Friday: Rom 4:1-8; Ps 32:1b-2, 5, 11; Lk 12:1-7 Saturday: Rom 4:13, 16-18; Ps 105:6-9, 42-43; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 7-10; 1 Thes 1:1-5b; Mt 22:15-21 Weekend Mass Times: Sat. 5:00pm Sun. 7:30, 9:30,11:30am

2 Mass Times 5:00PM 7:30AM 9:30AM 11:30AM Presiders Fr. Jacob Fr. Jacob Fr. Alexander Fr. Jacob Deacons Deacon Isaac Deacon Mike Deacon Mike Deacon Bob Lectors Eucharistic Ministers T. Powell J. Powell Deacon D. Prezell J. Sinkovec D. Suhling C. Sullivan P. Sullivan C. Kasamis D. Washburn S. Washburn LITURGICAL MINISTERS OCTOBER 21 & 22, 2017 K. Igeliski L. Zyzda Deacon L. Roberts, B. Roberts Rafferty III P. Tekampe, M. Tekampe R. Peterson D. Fuller L. Zucco M. Grady M. Meskel Deacon C. Perrelle, A.M. Perrelle S. Gunther K. Pieniazkiewicz C. Lutzow D. Slater J. Rutledge R. Fisher, J. Fisher T. Gawne J. Matousek H. Campos Deacon M. Nelsen B. Kupsak G. VanCura V. VanCura N. Martin E. Martin D. Wittgen M. Schofield Mass Intentions Monday, October 16, Saint Hedwig, Religious; Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin 8:00AM Wendi Roberts req. Park Ridge Niles School District 64Board of Education & Administration Tuesday, October 17, Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop & Martyr 8:00AM Living Duane & Fran Schmidt Family Living Mike & Sherry Schmidt req. Gene Schmidt Family Manuel Villaraza req. Wife Nuncia Mary Lou Diebold req. Patrick Flanigan Wednesday, October 18, Saint Luke, Evangelist 8:00AM Danny Hansen req. Brad & Carol Hansen Family Paul Hertel req. Wife Judy & Family Thursday, October 19, Saint John de Brebeuf & Isaac Jogues, Priests 8:00AM Rita Schmidt req. Husband Gene & Family 9:00AM Fred Fischer req. Frassati Catholic Academy Faculty Friday, October 20 8:00AM Young Married Couples Dwight Anderson rq. Helen Donahue Saturday, October 21 5:00PM Roy Hertel req. Wife Lillian Michael John Nabasny req. Rita Nabasany & Family Betty Cologna req. RoseMarie Marsh Wendi Roberts req. Brother Tom & Pamela Ladewig Connie Schofield req. Tom & Janice Powell Sunday, October 22 7:30AM Fr. Ron J. Lewinski req. Bernie & Mercedes Lenzen Pat Weber req. Andy & Terri Rieder Carol Kough req. Husband Gene & Family 9:30AM For the Parishioners of St. Mary of the Annunciation 11:30AM Ralph & Virginia Diebold req. The Diebold Family William Buchholz req. Wife Rose & Family George Long req. Barbara Long Don Dickman req. Bob & Carol Quid WEDDING BANNS Colleen Poynter & Jeremiah Wong I The Week Ahead Sunday, October 15 9:30AM Childcare 9:30AM Liturgy of the Word for Children 10:15AM Meet & Greet Youth Minister 12:30PM Simbang Gabi Ministry Meeting Monday, October 16 8:00AM Mass 8:30AM Pray the Rosary 7:00PM School Board Meeting Tuesday, October 17 8:00AM Mass 8:30AM Pray the Rosary 9:00AM Book of Revelation 5:30PM Youth Meeting 6:30PM St. Vincent de Paul Meeting 7:00PM Book of Revelation Wednesday, October 18 8:00AM Mass 8:30AM Pray the Rosary 6:00PM Altar Server Training 7:00PM Care For Creation Ministry Meeting 7:00PM Faith Formation Meeting 7:00PM Parish Choir Rehearsal Thursday, October 19 8:00AM Mass 8:30AM Pray the Rosary Friday, October 20 8:00AM Mass 8:30AM Divine Mercy Chaplet Saturday, October 21 St. Mary Senior Bake Sale 8:00AM Book of Revelation 5:00PM Liturgy of the Word for Children 6:00PM Games & Potluck Sunday, October 22 St. Mary Senior Bake Sale 9:30AM Childcare 9:30AM Liturgy of the Word for Children 2:00PM Confirmation Parent/Candidate Session

3 from J W acob s ell Dear Friends in the Lord, Last week I received a letter from Bishop George Rassas confirming the decision for our Renew My Church parish grouping to enter into the next wave of planning that will be launched in the first half of The priests of the parishes in our groupings will have our first meeting in a couple of weeks. Our grouping includes: St. Francis de Sales, Transfiguration, Santa Maria del Popolo, Frassati Catholic Academy and St. Mary of the Annunciation. I believe this is a good time for us to begin this process as we face the challenges of our times. The Cardinal recently spoke of what he has termed the three Archdiocesan imperatives that Pope Francis articulated in the Joy of the Gospel: Called by Jesus Christ, we are making disciples, building communities, and inspiring witness. I share with you an excerpt that the Cardinal shared with the priests of the Archdiocese last week: As we continue to implement Renew My Church in the Archdiocese, our understanding of our renewal process has grown. Like St. Francis who was called by Jesus Christ to rebuild His Church, Renew My Church is the Archdiocese of Chicago s response to Jesus Christ s call and our invitation for renewal. So what is Renew My Church? Called by Jesus Christ, we are making disciples, building communities and inspiring witness. Renew My Church fosters belonging, particularly among young people, and invites them to have a true, intentional encounter and relationship with Jesus Christ. Renew My Church supports vibrant parishes and schools that are life giving and sustain and form existing and new members. Renew My Church asks us to come together in solidarity and bring the light and hope of Jesus Christ to a world in need. Renew My Church is being carried out through Archdiocesan strategic initiatives focused on evangelizing and forming new and existing Catholics in the faith; increasing vocations; improving leadership development and support; increasing parish and Catholic school mission vitality; and building solidarity. Today, we face a crisis of faith. Fewer people than ever are connected with organized religion. Those who identify as Catholic do not attend weekly Mass. Overall, we see an increase in signs of a broken world. As a result of this crisis we face challenges, including thinly resourced parish communities, a struggle to reach young people, low parishioner counts, low priest availability and financial/capital instability. However, we are a strong and committed Church that will work together to overcome the challenges we face today and in the centuries to come. We ask you all to echo these words, and when asked by others what Renew My Church is, we hope you feel compelled to answer: Called by Jesus Christ, we are making disciples, building communities, and inspiring witness. Let us continue to pray for the movement of the Spirit and for the important work of Renew My Church: A Prayer For Renew My Church Lord Jesus, you speak to us today, as you spoke to holy men and women who have gone before us. In every age and in our own time, you call to us and say: Renew My Church. Pour out the gift of your Holy Spirit upon us, and so enable us to hear you clearly to listen to each other attentively to imagine our future boldly to discern your direction wisely to persevere in your holy will courageously to stay together in charity to surrender our own plans readily to embrace the greater good to hand on your gifts to future generations. May we remain in the holy company of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the apostles, and all the saints. May their example and presence inspire us with patient confidence in the work of your grace. We ask this of you who live and reign with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. - Fr. Jerry Appreciation for the 16 th Annual Ladies Tea Thank you to each of the wonderful women who made our tea a beautiful morning for all. We enjoyed all of your baking and cooking talents as we shared great conversation and fellowship. We were thankful to all who transformed our Narthex into an elegant tea room. Our speaker, Linda Couri, reminded us all that we do not need to be perfect Wonder Women to bring our true abilities and talents to this world. Each of us can do our part so all of us will benefit. With the proceeds of our event, we were able to donate $447 to the Fremont Township Food Pantry to continue to help those who lost everything in the July, 2017 flooding. Thank you once again to all who planned, set up tables and chairs, cleaned up, washed dishes, played music, sang, poured hot water and arranged platters. It would not have been possible without all of you. We are blessed to have very generous friends who support this event and all answered the call. Gratefully, Kathleen Arata Ladies Tea Chairperson

4 St. Mary of the Annunciation Altar Server Training (4 th grade and older) You are invited to participate in training to become an Altar Server! Two sessions will be offered; you only need to attend 1 COMPLETE session to receive all the training. You must sign up for the training. Wednesday, October 18th Wednesday, October 25th 6:00-8:00pm 6:00-8:00pm All sessions will be held in the big church. Please sign up by ing the Altar Server Ministry Coordinator, Tom Forster, at teforster@yahoo.com / Altar serving promotes responsibility, accountability, leadership and above all, teamwork. It is also a chance for young people to get to know other Catholic children which helps reinforce moral and ethical values our children need to face the difficult issues in today s society. Altar servers are expected to sign up to serve at least one Weekend Mass each month. Childcare at 9:30 Mass Childcare is available during the 9:30 Sunday morning Mass in Meeting Room 3. questions: Kitty.white.kw@gmail.com Pray for all who suffer illness, pain and grief, and for the repose of all who have recently died. Bradley Hansen, Sr. Pray the Daily Rosary Please join other parishioners in the Eucharistic Chapel following the 8:00 AM Mass Monday through Thursday. Pray the Divine Mercy Novena & Chaplet The Divine Mercy Novena & Chaplet is prayed in the Eucharistic Chapel on Fridays immediately following the 8:00 AM Mass.and 3:00 PM during Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The Family Rosary Join us for Family Rosary Saturday Devotion, requested by Our Lady of Fatima, every First Saturday of the month at 4:30 PM. BE PART OF THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD JOURNEY HAVE A PERSONAL ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS CHRIST THROUGH THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT! OCTOBER 20-23, 2017 Transfiguration Parish Office 316 W. Mill St. Wauconda Friday, October 20, 6:30 pm 8:30 pm Saturday, October 21, 8:00 am 6:00 pm Sunday, October 22, 8:00 am 5:30 pm Monday, October 23, 6:30 pm 8:30 pm 18 years & older No Cost All Meals provided No overnights Questions? To Register: Call Mary Sloan, Or msln952@gmail.com KNOW AND LIVE GOD S PLAN FOR YOU! Stewardship Report Sunday Collection October 8, 2017 $ 19, Budgeted Weekly Collection $ 21, Difference $ (1,751.77) Current Fiscal Year-to-Date* $ 316, Budgeted Sunday Collections To-Date $ 325, Difference $ (9,566.76) Difference vs. Last Year $ (8,650.29) *Note: YTD amount reflects updates by bank to postings and adjustments. Featured CD for October The Jesus Question by Matthew Kelly Jesus was walking along the road one day with his disciples when he asked them two questions. The first question: "Who do people say that I am?" The second question: "Who do you say that I am?" Matthew Kelly calls this second question THE JESUS QUESTION. How you answer this question will affect every aspect of your life. In this presentation, beloved Catholic author and speaker Matthew Kelly encourages listeners to rediscover the real Jesus by presenting a life-changing habit that will help us all answer THE JESUS QUESTION. Feature CDs can be found at the wooden kiosk in the narthex. Please remember a $3 donation per CD is suggested to allow the parish to continue the program and offer new material.

5 Deacon Deliberations by Deacon Gary Kupsak If you ask most people, they ll tell you it is easy for them to thank God when things are going well, but it s not so easy to praise God when life throws you curveball after curveball. I m being honest when I admit that it s much harder for me to thank and praise the Almighty when I have suffered loss, been ill or anxiously await the other shoe to drop. And then it did. The news poured in about the senseless shooting and killing of so many people at the Country Musical Festival in Las Vegas on October 1, How could the victims of that evil act and their families consider thanking God, how can we consider thanking God when that doctor s diagnosis isn t good, when a pink slip is waiting for us one Monday morning at our place of employment, when it seems life has just gotten so much more difficult. In my life there have been, as I m sure in your lives there have been, travails that disrupt our lives and turn upside down the meaning of life is going well. During those times I ve leaned on Sacred Scripture to help me understand what the Word of God is relative to situations in life that seem rather intolerable. Specifically, in the case of being thankful to God in times of trial, I chose words of the Old Testament Prophet Habakkuk. For though the fig tree does not blossom, and no fruit appears on the vine, though the yield of the olive fails and the terraces produce no nourishment, though the flocks disappear from the fold and there is no herd in the stalls. Yet I will rejoice in the Lord and exult in my saving God. God, my Lord, is my strength; he makes my feet swift as those of deer, and enables me to tread on high places (Hab 3:17-19). Habakkuk vows to thank the Lord, even during times of hardship. In fact, he promises not to allow anything to get in the way of praising and rejoicing in the Lord. How can he make that promise? How can he promise ahead of time to rejoice in the Lord when everything around him comes crashing down? When he s facing hardship and suffering loss, what is it that allows him, that allows us, to thank God in the most difficult of times? To me, the simple creature that I am, my Faith is what allows me, to even in the face of trials and tribulations (and sometimes my family, friends and faith community by their words and actions remind me that I do have faith) to thank God for what he has given me. The last several years have been full of hardships. The economic plunge where folks lost jobs, home, lived in homeless shelters and did not have enough to eat. Hurricanes that destroyed so, so much. Mass killings where evil reared its ugly and perverted head, trying to claim supremacy over humankind. But we are a people of faith, and although many do not claim to part of any organized religion, I believe that a vast majority of people believe there is a Supreme Being, and that living by the Golden Rule is what makes all the pieces of humanity fit together. Our Catholic faith tells us, the members of this wonderful faith community, that even though we experience hardships in life, we can always count on God to be there for us. We may not understand why what has happened has happened, but our faith tell us, our faith lets us see that God never changes, that he loves us and ultimately, His will be done. Yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will take joy in the God of my salvation. God, my Lord is my strength; he makes my feet swift like those of the deer; he enables me tread on high places. (Hab 3: 18-19) ALL SAINTS DAY A holy day of obligation Mass Schedule 6:30, 8:00, 9:30 AM and 7:00 PM in the big church ALL SOULS DAY A special Mass commemorating our faithful departed The names of persons who have been buried from St. Mary Parish will be read aloud at the evening Mass 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM in the big church PADS Laundry Volunteers Needed Would you like to help the homeless of Lake County by helping with PADS laundry? We are hoping to resume providing food, shelter and a place to sleep for the homeless of Lake County November 1st. We could use a few more volunteers who would be willing to launder 3 baskets of linens one week each Month from November to April. Please contact Amy Thompson at or send her an at amylthompson@hotmail.com if you'd like to help. "

6 St. Mary Senior Club will hold a Bake Sale after all the Masses next weekend, October 21st and 22nd. As a reminder, our next club meeting will be on Monday, November 13, at 12 noon in the Church meeting rooms. Fr. Patrick O'Malley "Perspectives on the Scriptures" Memorial Conference 10/28/2017 Fr. Patrick O Malley was a priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago for 56 years, passing away in He worked diligently and effectively to connect life with faith for the people of God. He had a great love for Scripture and wrote Perspectives on the Scriptures for the Archdiocese of Chicago s Catholic New World newspaper for many years. We at St. Mary Parish benefitted from Fr. O Malley s regular presence as priest presider and from his Lenten scripture booklets. Through the generosity of the ACTA (Adult Catechetical Teaching Aids) Foundation, the last of three yearly conferences will take place on Saturday, October 28. The Fr. Patrick O Malley Perspectives on the Scriptures Memorial Conference is designed for all people seeking a deeper relationship with Christ. It will be relevant for laity, deacons and priests. The focus of the 2017 conference will be on the Gospel of Mark (Sunday Cycle B). Speakers are noted scripture scholars Dr. Mary Healy, Professor, Sacred Heart in Detroit Michigan, and Fr. James McIlhone, Priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago. The conference will be in the Conference Center on the grounds of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary, We hope you can join us on Saturday, October 28! Please register for this event at for this conference. 9:30-10:00 a.m. - Fruit, Coffee, Juice 10:00 a.m. - Welcome, Opening Prayer with Fr. Thomas Baima 10:10 a.m. - Adult Catechetical Teaching Aids (ACTA) Foundation Fr. O'Malley Project and Amazing Contributions of Fr. Patrick O Malley 10:30 a.m. - Embracing the Cross: the centrality of the cross in Mark - Fr. James McIlhone 11:30 a.m. - Break 11:40 a.m. -Conversation with Fr. McIlhone 12:10 p.m. - Lunch 1:30 p.m. - Messianic Meals in the Gospel of Mark - Dr. Mary Healy 2:30 p.m. - Break 2:40 p.m. - Conversation with Dr. Healy 3:10 p.m. - 3:40 p.m. - Conversation with Fr. McIlhone and Dr. Healy 4:00 p.m. - Mass Conference Center Chapel - Very Rev. John Kartje Bus Pilgrimage St. Francis de Sales Parish will offer a Church Bus Pilgrimage on Thursday, October 19. We will depart immediately following the 7 a.m. Mass in the Chapel on a cushioned coach bus. Our travels will take us to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help in Champion, Wisconsin, which is the only site in the U.S. where apparitions of the Virgin Mary have been officially validated by the Roman Catholic Church. We intend to offer the Anointing of the Sick during our visit to the Shrine. Cost is $25/person. Please note that this is a 3.5 hour bus trip. Lunch to be provided by a benefactor. To register, please call the Ministry Center at (847) The Heavenly Banquet The mountain of the Lord described in today s first reading is a place where there is no more hunger, no more weeping, and no more division of any kind. We need to pause and ponder these images every now and then, especially given the fact that we live in such a fractured world. The responsorial psalm continues to paint a picture of a place where only goodness and kindness flourish. These readings describe the heavenly banquet, to which God calls each of us through baptism and continues to call us throughout our lives. Let us RSVP to God s invitation and live our lives consistent with gospel values so that one day we will be welcomed to the table of the kingdom. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. 7th and 8th Grade End Zone Party - Students in grades 7 and 8 are invited to cheer on the Corsairs of Carmel Catholic as they take on the Shamrocks of St. Patrick High School in a varsity football game on Friday, October 20 th, 2017 at 7:15 P.M. Pizza will be served as you gather in the north end zone with your friends. In addition to watching a great football game, students will have an opportunity to engage in other interactive activities such as the gladiator joust and a bungee first down run. Pre-register for this event at Witches and Wizards Star Party - Friday, October 27 th, :00 8:30 P.M., Carmel Catholic H. S. Auditorium The Experience: Students in grades 4-8 and their families are welcome to join Carmel Catholic High School s Astronomy Club for Astronomy Night. Carmel Catholic students, with the help of the Lake County Astronomical Society, will host this evening event filled with hands-on activities, including a Star Party with opportunities to use a variety of telescopes. Ms. Marcella Linahan, Carmel Catholic science teacher and NASA Airborne Astronomy Ambassador, will present and provide information about her trip on board SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy). ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Searching for and identifying constellations Creating a Moon Phase flip book, which participants will take home Experiencing a virtual night sky using Stellarium software Learning about infrared light, colored filters, invisible lights, and infrared radiation Register: Pre-register your student for this event at carmelhs.org/ astronomy2017.

7 F isch ing Lines by Deacon Howard Fischer I stumbled upon the following story that an old friend of mine ed a few years ago. I ve shared this before, but it once again provoked much thought for me and I hope it does for you too. A nurse took the tired, anxious serviceman to the bedside. Your son is here, she said to the old man. She had to repeat the words several times before the patient s eyes opened. Heavily sedated because of the pain of his heart attack, he dimly saw the young uniformed Marine standing outside the oxygen tent. He reached out his hand. The Marine wrapped his toughened fingers around the old man s limp ones, squeezing a message of love and encouragement. The nurse brought a chair so that the Marine could sit beside the bed. All through the night the young Marine sat there in the poorly lighted ward, holding the old man s hand and offering him words of love and strength. Occasionally, the nurse suggested that the Marine move away and rest awhile. He refused. Whenever the nurse came into the ward, the Marine was oblivious of her and of the night noises of the hospital the clanking of the oxygen tank, the laughter of the night staff members exchanging greetings, the cries and moans of the other patients. Now and then she heard him say a few gentle words. The dying man said nothing, only held tightly to his son all through the night. Along towards dawn, the old man died. The Marine released the now lifeless hand he had been holding and went to tell the nurse. While she did what she had to do, he waited. Finally, she returned. She started to offer words of sympathy, but the Marine interrupted her. Who was that man? he asked. The nurse was startled. He was your father, she answered. No, he wasn t, the Marine replied. I never saw him before in my life. St. Mary of the Annunciation Family Prayer of Nonviolence Dear Lord, we know that making peace must start within ourselves and in our family. Help us to be nonviolent and peaceable people. Help us to respect ourselves and others by affirming others and avoiding uncaring criticism, hateful words, physical attacks and self-destructive behavior. Help us to communicate better by sharing feelings honestly, looking for safe ways to express anger, and working at solving problems peacefully. Help us to listen, Lord, especially to those who disagree with us, and to consider others feelings and needs rather than insisting on having our own way. Help us to forgive, to apologize, and to make amends when we have hurt others, and keep us from holding grudges. Help us to respect nature and to treat all living things, including our pets, with respect and care. Let us play creatively, in ways that support our family s values, and avoid entertainment that makes violence look exciting, funny or acceptable. Lord, help us to be courageous, to challenge violence in all its forms whenever we encounter it, whether at home, at school, at work, or in community, and to stand with others who are treated unfairly. Dear Lord, help us eliminate violence, one family at a time, starting with our own. In your Name we pray. Amen. Then why didn t you say something when I took you to him? I knew right away there had been a mistake, but I also knew he needed his son, and his son just wasn t here. When I realized that he was too sick to tell whether or not I was his son, knowing how much he needed me, I stayed. The next time someone needs you... just be there. Stay. Rather than seeing ourselves as mortal creatures called to eternal life, it would be better to see ourselves as eternal creatures having a temporary mortal experience. May we learn, especially in our all-too-busy age, that we need to make just being there for others our first priority. As always, if you wish to contact me feel free to leave a note at the Parish Office or send an to deaconhwf99@yahoo.com.

8 PROCLAIMING THE WORD Free Lector Training Workshop Saturday, November 18, 2017 St. Raymond de Penafort, 01 S. I-Oka, Mount Prospect Check in at 8:30 am ; Training from 9 am until noon Presenter: aureen Evers, Pastoral Associate at St. Mary of Vernon Lectors have a critical role in the celebration of the Mass. Since lectors proclaim not just any word, but the Word of God, it is essential that they develop the skills required to communicate God s message competently. Through the use of voice, eye contact and personal presence, lectors help God s Word come alive for the assembly. This training will provide the skills and self-confidence needed for those who wish to become lectors in their own parish or for any lector who would like a refresher course. Register at: A follow up session will take place in your parish that will include any particular practices for your parish. Questions? Contact Mandy Dillon at: pastoralassociate@olwparish.org or Marie Paul at mariep@sttheresachurch.org Formation and Training for New Eucharistic Ministers Saturday, November 18, 2017 St. Raymond de Penafort, 301 S. I-Oka, Mount Prospect Check in at 8:30 am ; Training from 9:00 am until noon Presenter: Fr. Scott Hebden Each workshop will include: The ministry of Eucharist: our baptismal call to ministry A theology of Eucharist as celebrated in the Roman Catholic tradition The roots of our ministry in Scripture, the early Church, and on through the Second Vatican Council Historical aspects of our celebration of Eucharist in practice and devotion A review of the Liturgy of the Eucharist and how our ministry as EMs fits in the larger picture Questions and Answers Register at: A follow up session will take place in your parish that will include a practicum on the particular practices for distribution of the Eucharist. This training meets the Archdiocesan requirements for mandation and remandation. Questions? Contact Mandy Dillon at: pastoralassociate@olwparish.org or Marie Paul at mariep@sttheresachurch.org

9 We can respond to Pope Francis Call to Action by following suggested ways to make a difference. This week s tip to Care for our Common Home is: Store food in reusable containers, not plastic wrap or foil, to cut down on your household trash. This kind of waste fills up landfills, litters neighborhoods, and contributes to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch Check out the Archdiocese website: pvmarchchicago.org/creation Crisis Care Program (CCP) What is CCP? CCP provides a variety of services to individuals facing a crisis. A mental health crisis could include overwhelming depression, thoughts of suicide, poor concentration, disturbing thoughts, or feeling out of control. Sometimes people find themselves crying a lot, feeling anxious, or having trouble thinking clearly. When these problems come on suddenly, or take a noticeable turn for the worse, and interfere with a person s ability to deal with everyday life, this can be considered a crisis. Sometimes just talking to a caring professional can make a difference. We can help people understand what s going on, help them explore their options, offer support, and suggest other resources that might provide further assistance. We especially want to help people avoid psychiatric hospitalization or re-hospitalization when possible. Crisis Phone Counseling Crisis Counselors are available 24 hours a day to speak with you by phone. The number is: You do not have to give your name when you call. We can help guide you through difficult times, manage stress, anxiety and depression, and cope with longer-term difficulties. Information and referrals to other Health Department programs are also available. HUMAN CONCERNS COMMISSION: The mission of the Human Concerns Commission is to promote the word and manifest the love of Jesus Christ by helping those who are in need, following the principle that whatever you do to the least of my people, you do unto me. ST. MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION PRAYER ANGELS This ministry is for anyone who has regular access to their and agrees to pray for the intentions and needs of our parish community as they arise. How it works: If you are in need of urgent prayers for yourself or a family member, you simply your request to Diane Mulroe dmulroe@stmota.org and then your request will be added to the next outgoing Prayer Angels . If you would like to be a praying member of the Prayer Angels Ministry, you subscribe to receive s. Once you are subscribed, you will periodically receive an with the names of those who are in need of urgent prayers as well as the names of our beloved deceased. As a member of the ministry, you agree to pray for those in need of our love and support. To join/subscribe via or dmulroe@stmota.org NEED A RIDE? CAN YOU OFFER A RIDE? Requests are often made by St. Mary parishioners who would like to get to mass but are in need of a ride. If you are coming to mass anyway and are willing to pick up and drive someone to and from church, please contact Diane Mulroe in the parish office. Those seeking rides will be connected with those willing to provide rides. Veteran's Coming Home Retreat October 22, :00 am to 6:30 pm at Bellarmine Retreat House A Veteran's Coming Home Retreat for Men & Women Led by Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ and a team of veterans. All veterans and adult family members are welcome. Fr. J. Michael Sparough, SJ is a member of Bellarmine s resident staff. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from the Yale School of Drama and a Masters of Divinity from St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein, IL. He is the founder of Charis Ministries, the Jesuit retreat ministry for outreach to young adults in their twenties and thirties and has trained spiritual directors at Loyola University Chicago s Institute of Pastoral Studies. A prolific writer and speaker, Fr. Michael has published books on prayer and the sacraments with Franciscan Media, Paulist Press, and Liturgical Training Publications. His latest book, What s Your Decision? is published by Loyola Press. Human Concern Commission Members: Carey Marciniak, Chairperson; Deacon Gary Kupsak, Kathleen DeCaire- Aden, Linda Green, Tom Hanley, Veronica Hertel, Mary Lou Loomis, Sue Poletto, Dan Prezell, Jan Swanson; Diane Mulroe, Staff Liaison Join us for meetings 4th Wednesdays 3:30pm

10 October is the month of the Rosary The Women s Center is a pregnancy resource center. Because of the care and concern of our staff, volunteers, and benefactors, each year over 70% of the women we serve who felt abortion was their only option, choose life. We provide practical help, including counseling, clothes, baby furniture, referral services, etc. as needed. JOB OPENING: We are in search of a part-time Medical Service Manager to provide limited obstetrical ultrasounds and oversee the Medical Services Department. The ideal candidate is a registered nurse in the state of Illinois in good standing who exhibits professionalism, compassion for women in difficult life circumstances and a strong commitment to the sanctity of all human life. Certified training in limited obstetrical ultrasounds will be provided. Please submit a resume to mstrom@gotwc.org. No phone calls please. JOB OPENING: Seeking RDMS certified Sonographers to conduct limited OB ultrasounds. Multiple shifts are available in our Cicero Avenue (north side) office and Evergreen Park office. Please submit a resume to mstrom@gotwc.org. No phone calls please. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Looking to join a team of fellow pro-lifers to help save moms and babies from abortion? 1) We are looking for a new volunteer on Monday Wednesday afternoons as a lobby receptionist. 2) We are looking for volunteers to sort donated items and assist clients in our Family Resource Room. 3) We are always looking for bi-lingual volunteers who are conversational in Spanish to help in special areas. 4) We are seeking male volunteers to assist with transporting baby furniture donations. For more info on these volunteer roles, call us at SEEKING DONATIONS: We are in immediate need of 6 infant car seat/ carriers, also 5 large car seats for 20 to 40 lb (by law all car seats must be less than 7 years old), Also needed are: 6 walkers, 4 toddler beds, 5 strollers, 3 double strollers, baby carriers, potty chairs, baby bottles, baby formula, baby food, (which are still in date), diapers in sizes 5 and 6 only, small maternity clothes, boys 5T and girls 2T clothing. These items cannot be picked up unless accompanied by baby furniture. The families who receive these things are grateful for your generosity. For our address, or if a pick-up by a volunteer is needed, please call

11 Mass Parish Staff Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:30 AM Weekday Monday Friday 8:00 AM PARISH NUMBER Parish Emergency Parish Fax Rev. Jerome Jacob Ext. 213 Pastor Rev. Matthew Alexander, STL Ext. 212 Associate Pastor Deacons Mike Alandy, Gary Kupsak, Robert Poletto, Alan Sedivy Mr. Fred Vipond Ext. 234 Director of Music & Liturgy Ms. Sue Matousek Ext. 218 Director of Religious Education Ms. Diane Mulroe Ext. 216 Director of Human Concerns Mr. Grant Bright Ext. 230 Coordinator of Youth Ministry Dcn. Howard Fischer Ext. 215 Director of Parish Operations Ms. Tammy Kleckner Ext. 310 Principal, FCA Ms. Penny Elwood Ext. 217 Bookkeeper/Accountant Ms. Victoria Hansen Ext. 200 Administrative Assistant Mr. Richard Plage Ext. 304 Site Manager Mr. James Shaffer Maintenance Mr. William Tangney Maintenance Rev. Ken Kiepura Rev. Ed Pelrine Weekend Associates W. Erhart Road Mundelein, Illinois Frassati Catholic Academy: Mundelein Campus: Wauconda Campus: Religious Education Program (REP) Emergency Number Parish Office Hours Monday Friday 8:30AM 4:00PM Pastoral Council Mary Lou Loomis Joaquin Valdes Cassandra Dye Kathy Lenzen Pete Coughlin Gina Debord Dan Prezell Sheila Dalton Carey Marciniak Marivie Alandy Sandra Fioretti-Frank* Finance Council Larry Molloy Denise Fuller Joe Tylka Tom Zengeler Roger Fisher Patrick Tracy John Malone* *ex-officio, secretary Sacrament of Penance Baptisms Adult Initiation Marriage Ministry of Care New parishioners Saturdays 4:00 4:40 PM, and by appointment Ordinarily during the Mass on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month and after the Mass on the other Sundays, outside of Lent. Parents are required to participate in a Baptismal Preparation class before scheduling a Baptism. Adults who wish to become Roman Catholics are enrolled in a formation process that includes prayer, dialogue, instruction, and introduction to the Church s life and values, rituals and tradition. Call the parish office for more information. St. Mary Parish rejoices with parishioners who are preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. The Church requires at least four months time before the marriage for adequate preparation. A parish wedding information packet is available at the parish office. Ministers of Care visit the homes of the sick, homebound, or hospitalized and bring Holy Communion to them. Call the parish office when a pastoral visit is desired. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is administered by the parish priest upon request. We welcome new members who wish to worship with us and support the parish s work and mission. New Parishioner Welcome session is offered on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Time of registration is 10:45AM 11:25AM. If you are unable to make the Welcoming Session, please call the parish office to schedule time to register.