Truly this was the Son of God

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1 Truly this was the Son of God Palm Sunday of The Lord s Passion April 17, 2011

2 The Triduum The Three Days The Triduum, as the word signifies, is a three day observance. Lent is the preparation for it. Easter season is the continued celebration of it. The Triduum begins Holy Thursday at sunset and concludes at sunset on Easter Sunday. The Triduum is observed by the church with a single, three-day-long liturgy. The services held are simply different phases of one celebration a celebration of our faith. We should experience the flow of the Three Days as a continuous thread. We find the God of Salvation in the flow. The church celebrates with song, with shared prayer, with ritual action, and with shared silence. What makes it a celebration is the truth that we are already saved by the actions of our Redeemer. The various parts of the Triduum are not reenactments of events long past but are participation in the ongoing celebration of who we are as church in the salvation process. The Triduum is filled with meaningful, moving and beautiful rituals, gestures, prayers and hymns. Participate in the Triduum and remember that which is our faith, celebrate that faith with your family, friends and community, and believe in the good news of salvation. We remember, we celebrate, we believe. Holy Thursday, April 21 Mass of the Lord s Supper, 7:30 pm The Triduum begins with the gathering of the community for the Mass of the Lord s Supper. We gather to be part of something that transcends differences and unites us in a way that transforms us into the Body of Christ. We begin with the Reception of the Holy Oils, blessed and consecrated at Holy Name Cathedral. This small ceremony indicates our bond with our Bishop, our unity with other parishes in the archdiocese, and our oneness with the church universal. We are a sacramental people and find richness in the rituals within which these oils are used. We call to mind Christ s command to us to love and serve one another in the beautiful gesture of the Washing of Feet. We break bread and share wine in The Liturgy of the Eucharist. The gift of Jesus shared intimacy is a cause for joy shared in the midst of a loving community. At the close of this part of The Triduum, we walk in Solemn Procession to Venerate the Real Presence among us. There is no dismissal. The Triduum liturgy continues tomorrow. The church will remain open until midnight for prayer and reflection. Good Friday, April 22 The Passion of the Lord, 7:30 pm We walk into a barren, empty church. We hear the story of the passion and death of Jesus Christ in The Liturgy of the Word. This is the passion of every Christian. We are reminded of the foolishness of a life outside of intimate relationship with Jesus, and we pray for ourselves, our neighbors and all God s children. In The Veneration of the Cross, we pray before the Cross not as a symbol of suffering and shame; instead, we glory in the cross on which hung our salvation. It is by the cross that we are saved. The church will remain open until midnight. Traditional Stations of the Cross will be observed at 3:00 pm followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet on Good Friday. Today is a day of fast and abstinence. Holy Saturday, April 23 Easter Vigil, 8:45 pm This night we relive the fullness of our redemption. We will gather on the field at 8:45 for the Service of Light. We light the new fire. The light blazing forth is the light of Christ s saving love. With the Paschal candle leading, we hold a candle procession into the Basilica, carrying the light of Christ into our place of worship. We listen to scripture proclaimed and sing psalms, telling the history of our salvation in The Liturgy of the Word. In The Liturgy of Baptism, we rejoice as the catechumens and elect are called forward. The assembly prays over them. They are baptized, confirmed and received into full communion with our church. The assembly, now open to a life in Christ, celebrates the reality of God-with-us in the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The Divine Mercy chaplet is prayed beginning at 7:00 pm. April 17,

3 THANK YOU The death of my sister has been an enormous loss for me. After her valiant fight with cancer and complications for seven years, acute leukemia suddenly took her. Now she is at rest in the loving mercy of Our Lord. Thank God for our faith. I want to thank all of you who alleviated our grief by visiting the wake, attending the funeral, sending flowers, giving Mass cards, sending cards of condolence, speaking kind words, embracing us gently, and donating to her various causes. I cannot thank you enough.. Monsignor Prist Pamela A. Collier April 17,

4 ST. VINCENT depaul SOCIETY QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS BASILICA ARE YOU HUNGRY AND THIRSTY TO SERVE GOD S PEOPLE? The Saint Vincent de Paul Society of QAS is having an open meeting on April 13, 2011 beginning at 7:00 in the Teachers lounge, which is a t the south entrance of the Lemont Avenue School, on the lower level. We would like to invite any parishioners interested in learning about the activities of the Society and how they could assist in our efforts to help those in need. At this meeting we will have speakers from Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glenview who will discuss their plans for a non-for-profit organization to provide services for anyone in need. Referrals will come from local communities and Churches. Some of the services they are going to have available include legal, dental, job search and preparation, food, clothing, and many others. We hope many of our fellow parishioners who are looking for ways to give back to the community will come and share their time and ideas with us. HOLY WEEK 2011 PALM SUNDAY, April 17 Palms blessed and distributed at all Masses Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 6:45, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. HOLY THURSDAY, April 21 Mass of the Lord s Supper, 7:30 p.m. Reception of the Holy Oils Washing of the Feet Procession of the Blessed Sacrament Adoration until Midnight GOOD FRIDAY, April 22 Traditional Stations of the Cross, 3:00 p.m. Celebration of the Lord s Passion, 7:30 p.m. Reading of the Passion According to St. John Veneration of the Cross Holy Communion HOLY SATURDAY, April 23 Confessions, 8:30 a.m. Blessing of Easter Baskets, 12:00 Noon Easter Vigil, 8:45 p.m. Service of Light Liturgy of the Word Liturgy of Baptism Liturgy of the Eucharist EASTER SUNDAY, April 24 MASS OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD 6:45 a.m. 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Basilica Choir, Organ and Brass NOVENA OF DIVINE MERCY Good Friday, April 22, 3:45 p.m. following Stations of the Cross Holy Saturday, April 23, 7:00 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 24, 12:30 p.m. Mass Monday, April 25 through Friday, April 29, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 6:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Sunday, May 1, 12:30 p.m. Mass April 17,

5 Easter Egg Hunt Hosted by The QAS Men s Club Saturday April 23 rd Hunt begins at 10 am Sharp! On the Great Lawn of the Basilica Open to children age 9 and under. Special visit by the Easter Bunny! April 17,

6 TODAY S READINGS Gospel at the Procession with Palms Jesus entry into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1-11). First Reading In spite of my sufferings I am not disgraced. I am not put to shame (Isaiah 50:4-7). Psalm My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? (Psalm 22) Second Reading Christ emptied himself, and God filled this emptiness with exaltation (Philippians 2:6-11). Gospel The account of Christ s passion according to Matthew (Matthew 26:14 27:66 [27:11-54]). READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 42:1-7; Jn 12:1-11 Tuesday: Is 49:1-6; Jn 13:21-33, Wednesday: Is 50:4-9a; Mt 26:14-25 Thursday: Chrism Mass: Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9; Ps 89; Rv 1:5-8; Lk 4:16-21 Lord s Supper: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Ps 116; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn 13:1-15 Friday: Is 52:13 53:12; Ps 31; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; Jn 18:1 19:42 Saturday: a) Gn 1:1 2:2 [1:1, 26-31a]; b) Gn 22:1-18 [1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18]; c) Ex 14:15 15:1; d) Is 54:5-14; e) Is 55:1-11; f) Bar 3:9-15, 32 4:4; g) Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; h) Rom 6:3-11; i) Mt 28:1-10 Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Ps 118; Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20:1-9 or Mt 28:1-10 or (at an afternoon or evening Mass) Lk 24:13-35 SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion Monday: Monday of Holy Week Tuesday: Tuesday of Holy Week; Passover begins Wednesday: Wednesday of Holy Week Thursday: Holy Thursday; Paschal Triduum begins Friday: Good Friday of the Lord s Passion; Fast and Abstinence; Earth Day Saturday: Holy Saturday; Vigil of Easter BAPTISMS Mariah Turos-Heitmann Daughter of Joseph Turos and Erica Heitmann Emily, Daughter of Alexis and Andreea Balan Lance, Son of Joselito and Marichu Cruzat Lagazo II Camille Antonette, Daughter of Tadiar and Maita Penaflorida Tadiar April 17,

7 Congratulations to Queen of All Saints Eighth Grade girls volleyball team! It was standing room only in the gym as the girls triumphed over a powerful IC team in two games. The crowd even helped cheer the girls on with performing the ever popular "wave". The QAS girls ended their season with a record of 13-2 and won both the IC and Resurrection tournaments. Coach Jamie Vanecko was instrumental in preparing the girls for their successful season. "They are one of the most talented and respectful group of girls I have ever coached; they even thanked me after each practice! I truly enjoyed being a part of their volleyball experience," explained Jamie. Thanks to Coach Vanecko and the skilled team of girls for an exciting season. We are proud to add the playoff banner in the school gym! Go Saints! The winner of our first EARLY BIRD drawing for the UPP is Michael Lovallo The drawing took place on April 8 at 12:12 P.M. April 17,

8 The Word Feeding Justice Reflections on the Sunday Lectionary April 17, 2011: Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion Catholic Social Teaching: Life and Dignity of the Human Person Psalm: 22 Second Reading: Philippians 2:6-11 Gospel: Matthew 26:14-27:66 First Reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 We ve journeyed through Lent to Holy Week. Lent is a procession that guides us on a journey of prayer, fasting and commitment to reach our hands into the world. Morning after morning have we allowed God to open our ears to listen to the person standing at the end of the freeway off ramp on our way to work, not as a beggar or a bum, but a human being needing compassion. Are they there because they lacked education to participate in a tech savvy world? Did they drop out of school to support younger siblings while growing up? Are they one in four homeless Americans that are veterans? Do they suffer from addictions, but lack the resources to seek treatment? Are they an immigrant exploited and discriminated against by unjust regulations separating families and boarders constructed of paper? The persons standing at the end of the freeway off ramp are our brothers and sisters. They have suffered, as Jesus suffered. They have been betrayed by society, as Jesus was betrayed. They have been denied economic participation three times or more. People flee their presence. They have suffered in agony through cold homeless nights, while others are found asleep in warm abodes. Arrested and questioned for resting on a park bench, they remain silent for they have no crime to answer to. And they may die a death yearning to know why society had forsaken them. But truly, they are children of God. Individual reflection: Matthew 26:14-27:66 Get business cards of a local program that assists homeless people find housing and jobs. Keep some in your car so can offer these resources to help affirm their human dignity. Family reflection: 50:4-7 Have the children use their allowance one week to buy math and reading workbooks to donate for use by an after school-tutoring program in your community. Have a discussion about people that may lack educational opportunities or have to work to support themselves and their families instead of going to school. April 17,

9 Reasons to attend the United Parish Program on May 13, 2011 We have always enjoyed seeing the old and new faces at the UPP party. We remember when the party consisted of picnic tables and coolers in the gym... Oh how times have changed! Phil and Maureen Barone We look forward to going to the UPP because it gives us the opportunity to reacquaint with old friends as well as mingle with new ones, as we enjoy a wonderful evening of great food, music, and dancing so close to home. There is a heartwarming sense of community in the air that makes the evening so worthwhile. Patsy and Mike Nick We enjoy attending the UPP to enjoy the company of parishioners from every age group. We bump into neighbors that we have not seen in months. There is a great feeling of community and faith. Stacey and Mark Kucharis April 17,

10 Mass Intentions Sunday, April 17 - All Sunday Masses will be offered for the People of Queen of All Saints and the Benefactors of our Endowments for the School and the Parish. Monday, April 18 - School Endowment Fund Benefactors, QAS Homebound, QAS Ministry of Praise, George B. Stegmaier, Pamela Collier, Daniel & Josephine Amico, Simon R. Pahati, Josephine Koloss, Egisto and Elena Pagnucci, Thomas Edmunds Sr., Lido Acciari, Lino Acciari, In Honor of Our Blessed Mother-Sara & Ben Testa, Adah O Mahony, Barbara Koziol, Katherine Koziol Tuesday, April 19 - Deceased Members of QAS Widowed Group, Ruth G. Stegmaier, Gloria Gardner, Maria & Rogelio Martinez, Margaret Lundin, Clifford H. Miller, Tomas Ramos, Alma Iacono, Roy Carvatta, Pamela Collier, Carolyn Pinlac Wednesday, April 20 - Basilica Fund Members, Helen & Jerry Martin, Joseph Nicpan, George Gnat, Josephine Cain, Salvy Monastero, Luz M. Pahati, Linda Anderson, Eileen B. Stegmaier, Marion & Isidor Tirio, Valentin Milleker, Dr & Mrs A. Cipolla, Evelyn Weber, Robert Schoenrock, Kalavaan Cruz, John T. Kelly, Robert G. Pecho, Grace Boyle Thursday, April 21, Holy Thursday, Mass of the Lord s Supper - All Masses will be offered for the People of Queen of All Saints Friday, April 22, Good Friday of the Lord s Passion All Masses will be offered for the People of Queen of All Saints Saturday, April 23, Holy Saturday - All Masses will be offered for the People of Queen of All Saints Please pray for our recently deceased Lawrence Froman, Bridget Witort Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion April 17, 2011 God greatly exalted [Christ] and bestowed on him the name which is above every name. Philippians 2:9 April 17,

11 Parish Financials for April 3, 2011 Last Year Easter Sunday $29,193- Weekly $1,080,732 - Year to Date Budget $29,400 - Weekly $1,176,000 - Year to Date THANK YOU for your generous gifts. Parish Staff Pastor: Rev. Msgr. John E. Pollard Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Msgr. Wayne F. Prist Associate Pastors: Rev. Arkadiusz Falana Rev. Simon Braganza Residents: Rev. Edward D. Grace Rev. Richard Conyers, CSC Deacons: Rev. Mr. Michael Monnelly Rev. Mr. Bill Malloy Pastoral Associate: Sr. Ann Kathleen Mc Donnell, BVM School Principal: Ms. Stephanie M. Di Prima Dir. Of Sacramental Formation: Mrs. Aline Reynolds Dir. of Music:Dr. Kenneth Sotak Asst. :Paul Scavone Business Manager: Mr. Jerry Farrell Parish Secretary: Judy Carlson School Admin. Asst.: Ida Segreti Scheduling Weddings: To schedule a wedding and begin marriage preparation please call the rectory to make an appointment with a priest at least six months prior to the wedding. Baptisms: Baptisms are on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of each month at 1:30PM. To register for a baptismal preparation class and Baptism, please contact the rectory. Newcomers: We welcome all newcomers to the Parish. To register as a member of the parish, kindly come to the rectory. The Sick: Please notify the rectory about anyone who is seriously ill at home or in the hospital. Becoming a Catholic: Adults or teenagers interested in receiving the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation or Eucharist) or those who are interested in the Catholic Faith should call the Rectory for more information about the R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults). Mass Schedule Weekdays: 6:30, 7:30 and 8:45 AM Saturday: 8:00AM & 5:00 PM (vigil), Sunday: 6:45, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM Confessions: Sat., 8:30 9:15AM Perpetual Novena: Monday, 7:00 PM Benediction 7:30 PM on First Monday of the month Rosary: Daily after 8:45 AM Mass Contact Us: Rectory: 6280 N. Sauganash Ave. Office Hours M-F 8:30AM 4PM (773) fax (773) School and Early Childhood Center: (773) Religious Education Center: (773) April 17,

12 Msgr. Michael M. Boland cordially Invites you to Catholic Charities 2011 SENIOR UNITY MASS Friday, June 10 Holy Name Cathedral 735 N. State Street NEW This year: information fair and box lunch (reservation required). Don't wait, call today! Reservations, parking info: Call Aaron at , or , April 17,