A Blessing for Fathers

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1 JUNE 19, TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME A Blessing for Fathers We bless you and we praise you, God of our fathers! You are the God of Adam, father of the human family. You are the God of Abraham, our father in faith who was ready and willing to give up everything to be faithful to you. You are the God of Isaac, who was born of laughter and old age, and the God of Jacob, whose clever trick gained an inheritance for twelve tribes of sons and daughters. You are the God of Jesse, from whose loins a nation sprang, a sturdy family tree of monarchs, prophets and priests. You are the God and Father of Israel, your child whom you love with all your heart. You are the God of Zechariah, who fathered the Baptist and taught him the Torah, and of Joachim, the grandfather of Jesus. You are the God of Joseph, who loved and raised Jesus as his own. You are the God and Father of Jesus, and our Father in heaven, too: Holy is your Name! We thank you, God, for the gift of our fathers, for grandfathers and godfathers and fathers-in-law, too. Send your Holy Spirit upon our fathers, in whose laps we were cradled, on whose knees we were bounced, by whose hands we were fed, instructed, at times corrected, in whose company we learned to work and play and pray, at whose side we hear your word and celebrate your mysteries. Heal their pains and disappointments. Forgive all that needs to be forgiven. Give to them the good that they have given others. Welcome into your arms those who have died. Fill this world, O God, with a father s love! We ask this your Son Jesus Christ, who taught us to pray to you as Abba. He lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, who is Father of the poor, Copyright 2002 Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications, 1800 North Hermitage Avenue, Chicago IL ; ; Text by David Philippart. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

2 Mass Times 5:00PM 7:30AM 9:30AM 11:30AM Presiders Fr. Alexander Fr. Jacob Fr. Payne Fr. Alexander Deacons Deacon Bob Deacon Gary Deacon Gary Deacon Bob Lectors Eucharistic Ministers C. Hendricks J Schwartz Deacon M. Marciniak D. LoMastro C. Fisher C, Kasamis J. Murphy J. Koch P. Koch J. Schwartz LITURGICAL MINISTERS June 25 & 26, 2016 K. Lenzen M.A. Buntenbach Deacon M. Manning M. Manning K. Lenzen M. Sikorski C. Cline D. Fuller L. Zucco B. Slack J. Matousek Deacon C. Lutzow S. Gunther L.M. Davis T. Gawne B. Decaire-Aden K. Decaire-Aden E. Leuthner D. Leuther A. Capulong Deacon Bob S. Poletto D. Wittgen Deacon M. Job K. Job S. Scesniak M. Schofield G. VanCura V. VanCura L. Tooke J. Olorvida Mass Intentions Monday, June 20 8:00AM Living Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Lattyak req. A Friend Maria Gorka req. Luberda Family Dorothy Hatton req. Harry, Husband & Family Tuesday, June 21, Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious 8:00AM Living Intention for Fr. Nate Payne req. Hakala Family Irene Kowalski req. Mary Julie Pfingsten George Karl req. Alice & Tess Meiners Wednesday, June 22, Saint Paulinus of Nola, Bishop, Saints John Fisher, Bishop and Thomas More, Martyrs 8:00AM Living Mike & Sherry Schmidt req. Gene Schmidt Family Calvin Metcalf req. Victoria Hansen Thursday, June 23 8:00AM Living Gene Schmidt Family John Gagilardi req. Barbara, His Wife Albert Hakala req.his Wife, Sophie & Family Marvin Bohmann req. His Wife, Clara & Family Friday, June 24,The Nativity of Saint John The Baptist 8:00AM Dianne Dooley req. Mary Lou Smith Eileen Bingham req. Mary Philbin Saturday, June 25 5:00PM Curt Schey req. His Mother, Susan Roy Hertel req. His Wife, Lillian Robert J. Scheffler req. Scheffler Family Jerry V. Cerabona req. Fred Vipond Charlie Cavanagh req. Bob & Nita Senour Sunday, June 26 7:30AM Stephanie Cwiklik req. Mary Marcheschi Amy Heinzinger req. Kathy Lenzen Rose G. Klabunde req. Diana Suhling Madeline Behm req. Bernie & Mercedes Lenzen 9:30AM For the Parishioners of St. Mary of the Annunciation 11:30AM Thomas Schnite req. Schnite Family Mary Lou Diebold req. Diebold Family James P. Long req. Barbara Long The Week Ahead Sunday, June 19 Father s Day St. Mary Moms Bake Sale 9:30AM Childcare 9:30AM Liturgy of the Word for Children Monday, June 20 8:30AM Pray the Rosary 7:00PM Divorce and Beyond Tuesday, June 21 8:30AM Pray the Rosary 9:15AM Lectio Divina Bible Study 7:00PM St. Vincent de Paul Meeting 7:30PM Lectio Divina Bible Study Wednesday, June 22 8:30AM Pray the Rosary 6:30PM Bereavement Finding Hope/Healing Hearts 7:00PM Human Concerns Commission Meeting Thursday, June 23 8:30AM Pray the Rosary Friday, June 24 8:30AM Divine Mercy Chaplet Saturday, June 25 5:00PM NO Liturgy of the Word for Children Sunday, June 26 9:30AM NO Childcare 9:30AM NO Liturgy of the Word for Children

3 Living God s Word We pray that we may walk the way of Christ together with Christ, taking up our cross today. We pray to understand what it means to put on Christ and to live in Christ, and to have that faith that allows us to know God as a loving, gracious God. Copyright 2012, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. Readings for the Week Monday: 2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18; Ps 60:3-5, 12-13; Mt 7:1-5 Tuesday: 2 Kgs 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36; Ps 48:2-4, 10-11; Mt 7:6, Wednesday: 2 Kgs 22:8-13; 23:1-3; Ps 119:33-37, 40; Mt 7:15-20 Thursday: 2 Kgs 24:8-17; Ps 106:1b-5; Mt 7:21-29 Friday: Day: Is 49:1-6; Ps 139:1-3, 13-15; Acts 13:22-26; Lk 1:57-66, 80 Saturday: Lam 2:2, 10-14, 18-19; Ps 74:1b-7, 20-21; Mt 8:15-17 Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:16b, 19-21; Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11; Gal 5:1, 13-18; Lk 9:51-62 Reflecting on God s Word The apostles were probably not very different from the rest of their families or their friends. They were not very different from any other Jew of their day. Indeed, given our expectations and hopes for our own leaders, we would not have answered Jesus much differently ourselves. They were waiting for the Messiah to come, and once he came, happy days would be here again. They expected the Messiah or Anointed One to come in power and might. He was going to be a liberator like Moses who led God s people out of slavery, and he was going to be a great king like David, who brought the people of the northern kingdom of Israel and the people of the southern kingdom of Judah into one nation. The Messiah would usher in a new era. It was going to be great! Imagine their surprise when Jesus rebukes Peter for saying that he is The Christ [Messiah] of God (Luke 9:20). Then Jesus goes on to say that he must suffer greatly, be rejected by their religious leaders, and be killed and on the third day be raised (9:22). (I wonder if they even heard the last part about being raised.) But worse yet, he goes on to say that they must be willing to deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him. This Messiah would not get many votes, even now. But it is through faith in Christ Jesus, Anointed One of God, that we have become children of God. And we are called to clothe ourselves with Christ (see Galatians 3:27). Which is a more pleasant way of saying, take up [your] cross daily (Luke 9:23). James A. Wallace, c.ss.r. Copyright 2012, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. Pray for our Teen Ministry this week. They head to Nashville, Tennessee, for Catholic Heart Work Camp, a week of service, where they will work, play, pray, and develop deeper relationships with each other and with Jesus Christ as they minister to those in need.

4 Featured CD for June Prayer: Gateway to the Spriritual Life by Archbishop Paul Coakley Archbishop Paul Coakley attended the university of Kansas where he completed his undergraduate studies in English and Classical Antiquities. After being ordained a priest in 1983, he served as a priest of the Wichita Diocese for 21 years. He was installed as bishop of Salina, Kansas by Saint John Paul II in 2004 and was appointed by Pope Benedict XVI as the fourth archbishop of the archdiocese of Oklahoma City, where he has served since His episcopal motto is Duc in Altum, which translated from Latin, means "Put out into the Deep." In this presentation, given at the Rediscover Catholic Celebration in Minneapolis, Archbishop Coakley reflects on his own journey, and discusses the importance of prayer to the spiritual life. 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. Pray for all who suffer illness, pain and grief: and for the repose of all who have recently died: Raymond Wetli FATHERHOOD A father carries pictures where his money used to be. Anonymous

5 Deacon Deliberations by Deacon Gary Kupsak Happy Father s Day Father s Day, as it is known, is celebrated to pay a tribute to all the fathers of the world. In short, it is dedicated to fatherhood, the second most wonderful relationship after motherhood. While fathers will most often do anything and everything in the best interest of their children, this day allows kids (of all ages) to pay their sincere admiration and respect towards their dad. It lets them express their hidden love and affection they have always felt for their fathers, which oftentimes they do not reveal (once the kids are in high school, especially the boys, kissing your dad is not too cool ). So, on this Father s Day, if you still may need to buy a greeting card, another tool or some other gift for good ole dad, maybe it would be a good idea to write or give dad a short and heartfelt poem explaining what you feel is the meaning of his being a dad. If you re not so good at creating your own words, the following poem may be of some help. Simply cut on the lines and give it to your dad, then watch him melt before your eyes What Is a Dad? A Dad is a person, who is loving and kind, And o en he knows what you have on your mind. He s someone who listens, suggests and defends, A Dad can be one of your very best friends. He s proud of your triumphs, but when things go wrong, A Dad can be pa ent and helpful and strong. In all that you do a Dad s love plays a part, There s always a place for him deep in your heart. And each year that passes, you re even more glad, More grateful and proud just to call him your Dad. Thank you Dad, for listening and caring, Thank you Dad for giving and sharing. But especially just for being my Dad, I just can t tell you, how that makes me glad! What a blessing it is to be a father! So to all you fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, stepfathers, priestly fathers and all men or women who have acted as fathers, HAPPY FATHER S DAY! Worldwide Marriage Encounter "Your faith has saved you; go in peace." Jesus wants us to have peace in our lives and our marriage. Do we have faith that He will grant us this peace? Sign up today to attend one of the upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends on July in Madison, WI; Sept 9-11 in Crystal Lake, IL or Oct in Brookfield, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) Farewell Celebration for Fr. Payne Fr. Nate Payne will become associate pastor at St. John the Evangelist in Streamwood, beginning July 1. His farewell Mass will be the 9:30 Mass on June 26th. A reception will follow. Sweets Table and Volunteers for Fr. Nate s Reception The reception committee is in need of baked items for the sweets table following Fr. Nate s farewell Mass. If you would like to provide an item or two, simply bring your donation to the church on Saturday during the day or Sunday morning before the reception. No need to respond. No Children s Liturgy of the Word on June 25th & 26 th Because of Fr. Nate s farewell reception, there will be no Children s Liturgy of the Word on Saturday, June 25th or Sunday, June 26 th. No Childcare on June 26 th Because of Fr. Nate s farewell reception child care on Sunday, June 26th is cancelled. Funeral Luncheon Ministry After taking a hiatus of 6 months, St. Mary s would like to re-establish the Funeral Luncheon Ministry. This ministry is comprised of parishioners now under the leadership of a new coordinator. Members volunteer to set up, prepare side dishes, host/serve, and clean up a luncheon in the Parish Center meeting rooms after a funeral Mass. If you would like to know more about this ministry or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Mary Jean Johnson at johnsonmaryjean@gmail.com or Diane Mulroe in the parish office. Join Us for Our Next Welcoming Session! If you would like to become a registered member of our parish community please come to our July Welcoming Session and learn more about the various ministries and opportunities to share in the sacramental, spiritual, and social life of the parish! Sunday, July 24, :45-11:15am in Room #1 We look forward to meeting you! Questions: contact Diane Mulroe dmulroe@stmota.org

6 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. 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 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, for ever and ever. Amen.

7 F isch ing Lines by Deacon Howard Fischer Happy Father's Day to all the Dads who have given us life and to all the men in our lives who have taught us how to live! Here is some humor to lighten your celebration of Dads. First, here s one of my favorite Mark Twain quotes: When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years. Former New York Governor Mario Cuomo wrote: I talk and talk and talk, and I haven't taught people in 50 years what my father taught by example in one week. Last Sunday, I had the special joy and privilege of baptizing my third grandchild. Little Laura Olivia Fischer was born into this world a few days before Christmas (in São Paulo, Brazil, where her Mom, Dad, brother and sister are serving as Maryknoll Missioners). It is a great joy in every family to welcome a new baby into the fold. This is true for our biological families and for our family of faith. There are some joys that lose their luster with repetition; this is one that NEVER does! In a world where the joy and sanctity of human life is abused in countless ways (war, terrorism, murders, poverty, abortion, executions, prejudice, rape, etc.), you and I need to be beacons and examples of the divine value of life. As Jesus declared, I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. (John 10:10) All of us who have been baptized have been intimately joined to the life and sacrifice of Christ. But do we try to get by with a minimalist approach that in effect asks, What s the least I can get away with? Is there some part of our life that we refuse to give over to the Gospel? Perhaps our politics? Our economics? Our use of time? There is nothing about Christ and his Gospel that is minimalist. To borrow a poker phrase, Jesus wants us all in. If we do not accept a full share of the work of the Gospel, if we withhold a part of our lives from being transformed by God s Word, we cannot hope to be given a share in eternal life. Baptism unites us with the person of Jesus Christ, with his mission, and with his community of disciples. Baptism is not an isolated ceremony or a one-time commitment, but a way of life, a public lifetime commitment that requires our total engagement every day in every way. Given the erosion of religion in our culture, given the abuse of religion by some to pass judgement (and even violence) on others, you and I must do better as disciples in giving witness to the role Jesus plays in our lives. We must be able to readily answer the question Jesus puts to the Apostles in today s Gospel: But who do YOU say that I am? It is from this start of intimacy with the person of Jesus that the rest of the Christian life flows: mission, community, prayer & worship, evangelization, catechesis, and the call to holiness. In other words, we need to do a much better job of explaining the who and why of Christianity and not just the how, what and when. Christianity is a relationship with a person and a people, not a philosophy of life or a club. We desperately need to give a more compelling witness to this in every dimension of our lives. Jesus Christ and his Gospel cannot be contained within the four walls of church on Sundays. Thanks to all our Dads, those here and those who have returned to their Heavenly Father. We are grateful for your sacrifices, love and example. May you enjoy the blessings and peace you so richly deserve! If you wish to contact me, please leave a note in the parish office or send an to deaconhwf99@yahoo.com. Stewardship Report Sunday Collection June 12, 2016 $ 19, Budgeted Weekly Collection $ 22, Difference $ (2,641.68) Current Fiscal Year-to-Date* $ 1,095, Budgeted Sunday Collections To-Date $ 1,107, Difference $ (11,513.79) Difference vs. Last Year $ (19,612.49) Collection for Retired Priests 6/12/16 $ 6, Collection for Retired Priests Prior Year $ 9, Difference $ (2,704.67) *Note: YTD amount reflects updates by bank to postings and adjustments.

8 Who do you turn to when you need someone to talk to? You may be feeling worried or low and need some help in dealing with your challenges. You may be concerned about issues in your marriage. Talking to a professional counselor is a great way to find new ways to cope with your issues. Holbrook Counseling is a part of Catholic Charities and helps people from all around Lake County. We have affordable fees and are in network with BCBS and Aetna PPOs. Getting started is easy. Make a call to to start getting the help you need. Are You, or Someone You Know, Widowed? If you have been recently widowed and still struggle with the loss, or if you have been widowed for some time and need something to get you over the hump because you feel stuck in one spot, this program is designed to help you move one with life while still treasuring your past and its precious memories. The Joyful Again program is for all widowed adults who still try to find hope and new joy in life. Retreat for Widowed Men and Women August 13 & 14, 2016 Mary, Queen of Heaven Parish, Elmhurst There are also programs in Tinley Park and Inverness Space is limited Call for more information joyfulagain7211@gmail.com Website: Men's Summer Weekend The Men's Ministry of St. Joseph, Libertyville, together with The Men's Legacy Workshop of St. Paul the Apostle, Gurnee is delighted to present the 10th Annual Men's Summer Weekend. "The Call to Mercy in the Stories of Jesus." The Summer Weekend features our friend, man of the Spirit, author, storyteller and theologian Jack Shea., whose works include Gospel Light: Jesus Stories for Spiritual Consciousness, Following Jesus: Catholic Spirituality for Adults, and Stories of God. This event will be unforgettable. (You may quote us on that!) June 25th, 8:00am, through June 26th, noon, Mundelein Seminary Conference Center. $ includes overnight accommodations (or $90.00 for those wishing to commute). Register at the St. Joseph Parish website: mens-council or phone VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Women s Center (a Catholic-based organization helping women in crisis pregnancies) needs YOU Are you a college or HS student, a retired adult, or a servanthearted person with flexible M-F 9am-5pm availability, looking to fill your time with volunteer work? Starting now, your help is needed to prepare 8,000 bottles for our Baby Bottle Campaign by cleaning, tagging, and boxing them so they can used for spare change campaigns at churches and schools. It is a perfect project for up to four people at a time who want to talk and work or for individuals. We are located at 5116 N. Cicero Avenue. Hours are flexible but shifts of 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, or 9am-5pm are welcome. If you are interested in lending a hand on this special project, please contact Paige at Full-time Employment Opportunity: Ultrasound RN or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at The Women s Center: We are looking for a full-time Ultrasound RN or RDMS to join our passionate staff. In our 31 years, The Women s Center has saved 39,000+ babies and moms from abortion by offering lifesaving alternatives. Candidate must be certified in obstetrics or a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, in good standing, who has successfully completed an NIFLA-approved course in Limited Ultrasound. Candidate must have at least one year experience providing Limited Ultrasounds preferably in a pregnancy center setting and uphold the life-affirming mission of The Women s Center as a pro-life pregnancy center. If interested, send resume and cover letter to Director Medical Services, Kathy Michalak, RN kmichalak@womens-center.org. No phone calls please.

9 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 After Hours Rev. Jerome Jacob Ext. 213 Pastor Rev. Nathaniel Payne Ext. 212 Associate Pastor Rev. Matthew Alexander Resident Deacons Mike O Malley, Gary Kupsak, Robert Poletto, Mike Alandy Mr. Fred Vipond Ext. 234 Director of Music & Liturgy FVipond@stmota.org Ms. Sue Matousek Ext. 218 Director of Religious Education SMatous@stmota.org Ms. Diane Mulroe Ext. 216 Director of Human Concerns DMulroe@stmota.org Mr. Benjamin Valle Ext. 230 Coordinator of Youth Ministry BValle@stmota.org Dcn. Howard Fischer Ext. 215 Director of Parish Operations HFischer@stmota.org Ms. Tammy Kleckner Ext. 310 Principal, CCLC cclcprincipal@gmail.com Ms. Penny Elwood Ext. 217 Bookkeeper/Accountant Bookkeeper@stmota.org Ms. Victoria Hansen Ext. 200 Administrative Assistant parish@stmota.org Mr. Richard Plage Ext. 304 Site Manager rplage@stmota.org Mr. William Zerwer Maintenance Pastoral Council Jon Matousek Mary Lou Loomis Jen Pepping Cassandra Dye Kathy Lenzen Pete Coughlin Gina Debord Jill Stowe Roni Hertel Dan Prezell Sheila Dalton Carey Marciniak Marivie Alandy Will Roberts Danielle LoMastro Bob Lyman Sara Gunther W. Erhart Road Mundelein, Illinois parish@stmota.org Parish Fax number Pre K 5 School: Frassati Catholic Academy (Grades 6 8) Religious Education Program (REP) Emergency Number Parish Office Hours Monday Friday 8:30AM 4:00PM 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. Please call the parish office to schedule a time to register. A complete listing of parish services and organizations is available at the parish office.