ST. PIUS X CHURCH Stickney, IL

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1 ST. PIUS X CHURCH Stickney, IL Parish Mission Statement We, the parish family of St. Pius X in Stickney, are called and empowered by the Spirit to continue the mission and the ministry of Jesus in the world today. With the gifts God has given each one of us, we strive to reach out in faith to the needs of our sisters and brothers in our parish, in our community and in our world. First Sunday of Lent February 18, 2018 Your ways, O L, make known to me; teach me your paths. Psalm 25:4 Pastor Rev. Anthony L. Markus Parish Office 4300 S. Oak Park Ave. Stickney, IL Phone: (708) Fax: (708) SPXparish@aol.com Website: Deacon Juan Valencia (708) Business Manager Stephen Ryan, (708) Children and Teen Choirs Deborah Church, (708) Religious Education & Youth Ministry James & Blanca Donahue spxre1@sbcglobal.net (708) Mass Schedule: Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Sundays at 8:00, 10:30 a.m. Weekdays: M,T.Th.F. 8:00 a.m. Wed-Communion Service 8 a.m. Rosary before Mass at 7:30 a.m. Holy Days at 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Holy Hour each First Friday, 8 a.m. Mass at 7 p.m. Reconciliation: Saturday 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. Baptisms: 2nd Sunday of the month at 12 Noon. Parent preparation session required. Please call beforehand. Marriages: Please consult parish Priest or Deacon at least 6 months in advance of wedding date. Registration: New parishioners are asked to contact the parish office to register. Bulletin Deadline: - Thursday

2 Page 2 ST. PIUS X, STICKNEY FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT February 18, 2018 The integrity of creation In the beginning, God called everything good. Light and darkness, water and land, plants and animals, man and woman. God made no exceptions and withheld no blessings. Creation was designed to be, well, paradise. And there was a remarkable lack of tension and fear between humanity and the living world around them. Adam wasn t the lion tamer, holding nature at bay with a whip and a chair. He was the gardener. The creation story conveys a wistful image of what might have been in a world before sin. The perfect harmony between humans and the natural world is something we long for with a primordial desire. We seek it fishing, hiking, hang gliding, camping, or on walks through the park. We look for it in our flowerpots and in our relationships with our pets. When we vote for clean-air initiatives, conserve water, recycle our cans, and send money to plant trees in Haiti, we are acknowledging that, somewhere along the way, we have failed in our original pact with nature and we want to make amends. In the story of Noah, perhaps one of the most terrifying stories of Hebrew scripture, we see the implicit fear of humanity unmasked. In every large-scale catastrophe, not to mention every personal crisis, we catch ourselves wondering: Why is God doing this? What have I or we done to deserve this? In the recesses of our imagination, we retain the image that God, like us, will grow tired of the constant failings and excuses of human beings for the world we live in. And one day God will, because it is within the divine prerogative to do so, reach out and destroy the wickedness of the once-good creation for not being the world it was supposed to be. The terror of the Noah story is relieved by one central fact: that God forswears this very prerogative. The bottom line in the Noah story is not that God can destroy creation but that God promises not to. God establishes a covenant with living things, people and animals alike. Wholesale demolition is not what the world was created for, and God, even more so than us, wants to see another solution to the problem of sin. The ark of our salvation Water was the biblical symbol of primordial chaos, which God pinned back behind the firmament in the ordering of creation. God also declared sovereignty over the power of water with the invention of dry land. Because a flood defined the horror of ultimate annihilation, it is fitting that water became the tool of salvation in Baptism. The God who changes sin into grace, and death into life, now transfigures the sign of water from destruction to redemption. We are not surprised to see the results of such a powerful sign in the life of Jesus. As Mark tells it, no sooner was Jesus baptized than the "Spirit drove him into the desert to confront the temptation of sin. But Satan can wield no advantage over him. Instead, Jesus dwells among the beasts and the angels with equal serenity. The hierarchy of creation from heaven to Earth is once more in perfect harmony. Jesus recognizes the time of fulfillment is at hand. (Taken from PREPARE THE WORD) Love, Father Tony 1st Sunday of Lent February 18, 2018 After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God... Mark 1:14 Do you ever think about how difficult it must have been for Jesus to come to Galilee, knowing that John had just been arrested for teaching the same message that Jesus was proclaiming. It must have taken great love and trust for Jesus to do what the Father had sent Him here on earth to do. In the same way, following a life of stewardship takes great love and trust from us. We must be willing to surrender completely to God, trusting that God will always give us all that we need to fulfill His plan for us. REGRET AND ABORTION There are thousands of support groups across America helping women overcome the emotional toll of abortion. However, many pro-abortion advocates still claim that women do not regret their abortions. This flies in the face of both facts and common sense. If we really want to know the role regret plays in the abortion issue, we need to consider how abortionminded mothers later felt about the decision they made. We would find that for every woman who might say she regretted giving birth to her child; thousands would say that they regret aborting their babies.

3 Page 3 FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT CONTRIBUTIONS Sunday, February 18, First Sunday of Lent 8:00 Ronald Piest req. Wayne & Karen Piest 10:30 Cynthia Ryan req. Birmingham Family Intentions of Marilyn Catalanello req. Birmingham Family Intention of Margaret Failla req. Sheri Young Monday, February 19, Lenten Weekday 8:00 Mary Vondrak req. Family Tuesday, February 20, Lenten Weekday 8:00 Poor Souls Albinas Ozys, 9th Anniv. req. Sr. Therese Bernadette Mary Zubavitch req. Family Wednesday, February 21, Lenten Weekday 8:00 Communion Service Thursday, February 22, The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle 8:00 Vincent & Stella Jozwiak req. Don & Vivian Tabor Kathleen Smeltzer req. Family Albert Zakarka req. Julie Zakarka Friday, February 23, Lenten Weekday 8:00 Alexander Sandoval req. Mary Ramsden Arick Ramsden req Aunt Virg Saturday, February 24, Lenten Weekday 9:00 Cynthia Ryan req. St. Pius X Parish Family Saturday, February 24, Vigil: Second Sunday of Lent 5:00 Matthew Palys req. Palys Family Antoinette Wilkin req. Mikel Family Robert Cermak req. Birmingham Family Susan Behrens req. William Behrens Patricia Ann Murphy req. Knox Family Sunday, February 25, Second Sunday of Lent 8:00 Edwin & Stephanie Leadingham req. Kubaczyk Family Henry & Judy Sternik req. Family 10:30 Theodore Gancarz req. Birmingham Family Albert Zakarka req. Julie Zakarka Special Intentions of Deacon Marv Kocar req. Failla Family Special Intentions of Pauline Lindo req. Failla Family SATURDAY HOLY HOUR 8:00 A.M. 9:00 a.m. Prayers will be offered for the families of St. Pius X Parish. Come for the whole hour or part of the hour. Join us in prayer. Our Lady has said: One day through the power of the Rosary I will save the world and there will be peace. Please join us each morning at 7:30 am in church to pray for peace and your intentions. Sunday, February 11, 2018 Sunday envelopes (109)... $2, Loose Money TOTAL REGULAR COLLECTION... $3, Maintenance Balance Our Budget TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION... $3, Family Assistance Program....$ Capital Repair Drive February 11, $ Amount received to date... $6, GOD S PEOPLE Pray for our sick and their families: Feliksa Barabasz Anna Karovic Lolene Veselsky Heather Stahulak Emma Cruz Agnes Brumfield Aurelia Rodriguez Evelyn Rohr John Milkveich Camelia Villa Nina Fortin John Gacek Beverly Tomzik Carroll O Connor Nancy Holland Gino Catania Baby Henry Charles Redhead Zoraida Vega Joel Rivera Tim Kapolnek Fred Schimel Virginia Estrella Justin Vasiliauskas David DeFilippis Neftali Rodriguez Shannon Radz Ada Estrella Michael Ramaglia Harriett Rahn Baby Mazie Julie Bauchamp Josephine & Walter Ogiela Paul Sacharczyk LaVerne Miller Mike & Santa Castillo Christine Rontos Pauline Lindo Brody Swan Margaret Failla Helen Cermak Our sanctuary candle burns in honor of: FC 1 Arick S. Ramsden, USN At the request of Mary Ramsden

4 Page 4 ST. PIUS X, STICKNEY Ministers for February 24/25 Eucharistic Ministers Please take your pendant before Mass Lectors: 5:00 Jeanine Gouzeas 8:00 Patti Trotsky 10:30 Wesley Lebron Servers: 5:00 Saul Montero, John Marynczak, Jose Hernandez 8:00 Denise Espinoza, Kathy Grego 10:30 Anthony Morelos, Wesley Lebron, Liliana Garcia TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The Holy Father usually marks the solemn opening of the Lenten fast with a procession and Mass on Ash Wednesday evening. He walks from the Benedictine monastery, San Anselmo, down the Aventine hill to the Dominican monastery of Santa Sabina. This very old tradition was revived by Pope John XXIII in the late 1950s. Have you ever wondered who gives the pope his ashes? It s the cardinal who has been given the title of the church of Santa Sabina. The pope s homily at this Mass states his theme for Lent. Santa Sabina dates from the fifth century, and is one of the most beautiful churches in Rome. One of the panels on its main doors features the Crucifixion, a scene not normally depicted in art until much later. In the year 1219 the pope gave the church to Saint Dominic for his new religious order, the Order of Preachers, commonly called the Dominicans, and it remains their world headquarters to this day. That pope, Honorius III, was a member of the Savelli family, and this church was their personal family chapel. Sabina was a wealthy Roman lady who became a Christian and was martyred, and whose home became a place of prayer. Later, the church built on that spot was dedicated to her memory. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Don t miss out on the upcoming enrichment for married couples on April 6-8, 2018 at the Wyndham Garden Hotel in Elk Grove Village, IL. The enrichment begins with a private weekend experience including 11 presentations about practical tools for growing in loving relationships, and provides ongoing enrichments after the weekend from the Worldwide Marriage Encounter community. For information on applying please go to wwme-chicagoland.org. or call GOD S POWER We are not in our power, but in the power of God. St. Perpetua PEOPLE OF THE COVENANT If there is one word that stands out in today s readings, it is covenant. God s faithfulness and goodness serve as examples to us of how to live. Genesis tells the story of Noah and of God s covenant not only with all people, but with all of nature. Never will the cleansing waters of the flood bring their destructive power to all the earth again. The sign, the reminder to both God and nature, is the rainbow in the heavens. The psalm reminds us of this compassion of God, and begs God to remember us, not because of our goodness, but because of God s goodness and fidelity to the promise. God shows us how to be good, not by decree, but by example. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. Tuesday, Feb 20, 2018 LENTEN WEEKDAY Turn it over One of the many advantages of memorized prayers such as the Our Father is that we can say them when we have no words of our own; we don t have to think. That s also one of their disadvantages: We don t have to think. In fact, we may have forgotten exactly what we are saying when we pray the Our Father. For example, do we really mean, Thy will be done? or are there unspoken conditions attached: Thy will be done as long as it doesn t interfere with my carefully laid plans for my life? To turn everything over to God is truly the only way to live without fear. It s what Jesus did; it s what we are called to do as well. TODAY'S READINGS: Isaiah 55:10-11; Matthew 6:7-15 (225). This is how you are to pray: Our Father who art in heaven. Reprinted with permission from TakeFiveForFaith.com.

5 Page 5 February 18, 2018 THE INNER WORD What s in your heart? Lent marks the time of year the church seems most focused and intent on its identity and mission. Through renewed attention to prayer, repentance, and generosity, we seek once again to incorporate ourselves more closely into the ministry, Passion, and Resurrection of Christ. For the church s ministers to open this reality to the people they serve, they themselves need to enter into the season and the mysteries for which it prepares. What is troubling my conscience and making it difficult for me to be truly myself and present the gospel to others with integrity? What steps can I take to clear my conscience? God s promise of an everlasting covenant inspires faith and confidence. Do I share this confidence? Do I convey it with sensitivity? For many, Baptism is a distant and unremembered event. What does it out my Baptism now? What difference does my Baptism make in how I live? In what ways can I rededicate myself to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving? How can I re-envision these practices this year? Our Lenten journey began on Ash Wednesday. To assist us on our Lenten journey we offer many opportunities that enable us to participate in prayer and reflection. Plan to take advantage of these opportunities: 1. Saturday Holy Hour-8 am 2. Saturday morning Mass-9 am 3. Fridays Stations of the Cross-7 pm 4. Friday Spiritual Movie Night after Stations of the Cross on March Lenten Reconciliation-March 19th at 7 pm LENTEN FOOD DRIVE Our Lenten food drive begins Ash Wednesday, February 14 and ends Good Friday, March 30. We are in need of: spaghetti sauce, cereal (low sugar), instant potatoes. Please put your nonperishable donations, in the Food Drive box in the church narthex. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. For information or assistance, please call the parish office: Sundays.Adult Choir Rehearsal 9:15-10:15am Choir Room Feb. 18 Fridays in Feb/ March Feb. 26 CCW Meeting After 10:30am Mass, Bunco after meeting..stations of the Cross at 7pm March 5.Lector Meeting 7pm March 9.Movie after Stations of the Cross March 17 March 18 March 23.Minister of Care Meeting 7pm.Palm Braiding, 1pm parish hall.st. Joseph Table after 8am & 10:30am Masses. Lenten Dinner 5:30pm, Stations of the Cross to follow TO TEACH WHO CHRIST IS A Campaign for Parishes, Catholic Education and Faith Formation PLEDGE REPORT-January 2017 The Archdiocese of Chicago sends out monthly pledge billings to parishioners who have made a commitment to the campaign. We thank you for your prompt attention in fulfilling your monthly pledge payments. PARISH GOAL: $340,000 AMOUNT PLEDGED: 290,621 ACTUAL COLLECTIONS: 67,441 (5 year campaign) If you wish to make a pledge, please call St. Pius X office at (708) for a commitment card and envelope. Questions regarding the campaign, please call the Campaign Office at (312) Remember your loved one, living or deceased with a Mass Intention. Mass cards are available. The usual donation is $10. Schedule your intentions by calling the parish office: (708)

6 Page 6 ST. PIUS X, STICKNEY 2018 Annual Catholic Appeal Come, Follow Me For the past two weekends, our parish has conducted the Annual Catholic Appeal s Commitment pledge. Please remember that the Annual Catholic Appeal is much different than a one-time special collection. It is a pledge campaign where you can make a gift payable in installments. The ACA theme, Come, Follow Me was selected to remind us to continue to answer Jesus call to follow Him in thought, word and deed by providing the necessary contribution to fund ministries and services to share God s love with many others in our Parish and our Archdiocese. Each pledge makes a difference because all Parishes participate in the campaign and the gifts of many enable our Archdiocese to deliver needed ministries and services. If you did not have an opportunity to participate in this appeal, you may still do so. Envelopes are located in the church narthex. You may also call the parish office for more information or to have an pledge envelope mailed to you. Thank you to all who have already pledged and thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response. Yours in Christ, Fr. Tony Markus Minister of Care Meeting Monday, February 26 7:00 p.m./meeting Room All Ministers of Care are asked to attend the February 26th meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room. HAVE YOUR CONSIDERED BE COMING A MINISTER OF CARE? If you have thought about becoming a minister of care, we invite you to attend the February 26th meeting. You will have an opportunity to find out more about this ministry and have your questions answered. The purpose of the Ministry of Care is to provide pastoral care to our parishioners and their families by praying with them and bringing the Holy Eucharist to them in their time of need. All Ministers of Care and interested individual, please rsvp to the church office by: Friday, February 23rd, Lector Meeting Monday, March 5 7:00 p.m./meeting Room All Lectors are asked to attend the March 5th meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room. HAVE YOU CONSIDERED BECOMING A LECTOR? Lectors are the men and women who proclaim the Word of God at liturgical celebrations. If you have thought about becoming a lector or want to know more about this ministry, you are invited to attend the March 5th meeting. All Lectors and interested individual, please rsvp to the church office by: Friday, March 2nd, Come on down to the parish hall on Saturday evenings to play BINGO, Lightning, Bullseye Raffle, Tri-Card Raffle, Pull Tabs, and more! Refreshments available for a nominal charge. Doors open at 3:45 p.m. and games begin at 6:45 p.m. See you there! Lightning Jackpot: $2, Main church doors will be locked at 7:00 p.m. Late comers can enter the parish hall through the west courtyard door. Don t forget to donate two non-out dated nonperishable food items or paper products to the St. Pius X Family Assistance food pantry and receive one FREE Bull s-eye Raffle card. Contact person: Tim (847)

7 Page 7 February 18, 2018 HEALTH QUEST- Attention Seniors New Medicare cards will be issued between April 2018 and April These new cards will have a new Medicare number instead of a social security number. This will help with identity protection. This new card will come automatically; there is no charge for it. Scam artists may try to get personal information (like your current Medicare number) by contacting you about your new card. If someone asks you for your information, for money, or threatens to cancel your health benefits if you don t share your personal information hang up and call Medicare at MEDICARE ( ) NAZARETH HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL Nazareth students from St. Pius X that have achieved A : honor roll for the first semester are: Julia Gregor Jennifer Nazareth Leonel Rodriguez Congratulations! CHICAGO S GOT SISTERS March 9-10, Chicago, IL Spend 24 hours visiting and praying with sisters from a variety of religious communities. Come experience community life, while asking questions about discernment and getting answers in real time. For single Catholic women ages For more information, contact Sister Connie Bach, PHJC, at connie.ss@att.net or Register now on line at htt://called2.be/ CGSMar18 The flag now flying is in memory of Bernard Pitrak, Staff Sergeant in the Army Air Corp, WWII, and the service men and women who served our country College Scholarship The Stickney-Forest View Lions are once again offering a scholarship to a graduating high school senior who will be attending college in the fall of The scholarship is open to residents of Stickney and Forest View. The student is required to pick-up and return a completed scholarship application. The applications can be picked up and returned to: O Reilly's flowers 6730 Pershing Road Berwyn, IL The deadline for returning the completed scholarship is Sunday, April 29, All applicants will be contacted for a personal interview. ACCW SCHOLARSHIP The Chicago Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women offers an annual $1000 four-year, renewable scholarship to a young Catholic women graduating high school and continuing her education in a college or university. For those interested, the rules and application form are available in the church narthex. Deadline to submit the application is March 1st. St. Barbara Council of Catholic Women are planning a Flea Market, Saturday, March 10 from 9 am to 3 pm in the St. Barbara Parish Center. Time for Spring Cleaning. Sell your gently used household items and enjoy a fun afternoon! Lunch is available. Please contact Alicia Mancini to reserve your table. TENTH ANNIVERSARY STUDENT COUNCIL SPAGHETTI DINNER The Edison Student Council is hosting its annual spaghetti dinner on Saturday, February 24, time 4:00-7:00 p.m. Come and enjoy all you can eat spaghetti, salad, and bread served by our hardworking student council members. There will also be exciting raffles throughout our evening. All proceeds will go to support Student Council and Edison Events. Tickets are $6, children under five eat free, soda will be available for $1.00.

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