The Spirit. Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Church. Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2017

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1 The Spirit Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Church Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2017 Giovanni Battista Castello, 1958 Christ by Michael Dudash Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. MT 16:24

2 September 3, 2017 Mass Intentions Twenty-second Sunday Monday, September 4 (Labor Day) 9:00 a.m. Phyllis Romaniuk Tuesday, September 5 (St. Teresa of Calcutta, Religious) 6:30 a.m. Matthew Kielek 8:15 a.m. Donna Milbrath; Biagio Gattuso; Peggy Wellbank; Nick Milazzo; Bob Sebastian Wednesday, September 6 6:30 a.m. Emily Loret Bedran 8:15 a.m. Silvio & Rita Giannelli Thursday, September 7 6:30 a.m. Purgatorial Society 8:15 a.m. Mary Rush PARISH DIRECTORY CHURCH: 8300 N. Greenwood, Niles, IL PARISH OFFICE - Ministry Center, 8624 W. Normal Phone: Fax: Rev. Christopher M. Gustafson Pastor Rev. Paul Reczek, O.F.M. Sunday Celebrant Rev. Robert Darow Retired Assistant Rev. Andrew Luczak Retired Assistant Rev. Mr. Charlie O Donnell Deacon Rev. Mr. James Frugé Deacon Mrs. Cathy Williams Office Manager Mr. Richard Gargul Business Manager Mr. Rob Sadlowski Music Director Mr. Andy Duran Digital Communications Mr. Brad Koenig Maintenance Engineer Mrs. Kathleen Sass Bulletin Typist RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM Mrs. Connie Mottley Director o.ransom@att.net SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Let the children come to me Lk 18:16 Baptisms are ordinarily celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 1:30 p.m. in the Church. A preparation meeting is required. Please call the Ministry Center to arrange. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: God s mercy is ever near. Confessions are heard every Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to Noon in the Church and by appointment. CARING FOR THE SICK: If you or a loved one are ill and would like prayers or to receive the Sacrament of Anointing, Holy Communion, or a visit, please do not hesitate to call the Ministry Center. A communal celebration of the Sacrament of Anointing follows the 8:15 a.m. Mass on the first Saturday of the month. Friday, September 8 (Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary) 6:30 a.m. Mark Curran 8:15 a.m. Michael & Maria Scardino Saturday, September 9 (St. Peter Claver, Priest) 8:15 a.m. Int. of Cyriac Family; John Bubula; Norma Bongiovanni; Emilie Virgiglio Antonio & Celestina Canaplan; Barbara Hewes Haffner, 5:00 p.m. Harvey Kindt Sunday, September 10 (23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time) 7:30 a.m. Robert Larson 9:00 a.m. William Scholly 10:45 a.m. For the People of OLR 12:15 p.m. Armando & Pia Mei 5:00 p.m. Frank Sommer MINISTRIES CHAIRPERSONS Mrs. Deborah Bosco Parish Pastoral Council Mr. Steve Dolan Parish Finance Committee Mrs. Nancy Stranczek Ministry of Care Mrs. Gigi Bialko Bereavement Ms. Reneda Mittman Lectors Mr. & Mrs. Jack Eichstaedt Communion Ministers Mr. Vince Milito Ushers Mrs. Terry Uselmann St. Matthew Circle Ms. Marilyn Kirschten Wedding Ministry Coordinator EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION SUNDAY MASSES: 5:00 pm (Saturday) 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 am, 12:15, 5:00pm Weekday: 6:30 & 8:15 am; Saturday 8:15 am Holy Day: 6:30, 8:15 am, 7:00 pm RECONCILIATION: Saturday, 11:00 am - 12 noon and individually as requested. HOPELINE: For Pregnant Women HOPE SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Congratulations! Weddings are ordinarily celebrated on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please be sure to consult a priest before setting the date for your wedding. FIRST FRIDAYS: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place throughout the day, ending with Holy Hour and Benediction from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. BULLETINS: Please note that notices or announcements to be placed in the bulletin need to be delivered to the Ministry Center two weeks in advance of requested publication date. NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome to the Parish! We are glad you are here. Please come to or call the Ministry Center to register.

3 September 3, 2017 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Page Three From the desk of the Pastor... The Slippery Slopes of Iceland Like many of you, I was shocked to hear the upbeat tone of coverage regarding the latest news regarding Iceland and Down Syndrome. I found one article that got it right, bringing some much needed clarity to the so-called victory. Written by James Freeman for the Wall Street Journal (August 17, 2017) it is entitled, The Slippery Slopes of Iceland. I would like to simply quote it in part here: In the annals of socialized medicine, Iceland has reached a milestone. According to a report this week from CBS News, the island nation s government-run health system has managed to convince expectant mothers to have an abortion in nearly 100% of cases in which prenatal testing suggests a child will be born with Down syndrome. Iceland is on pace to virtually eliminate Down syndrome through abortion, tweeted CBS News on Monday as it urged followers to tune in for that night s broadcast. Patricia Heaton, a television actress best known for her role on the program, Everybody Loves Raymond, tweeted a clarification in response: Iceland isn t actually eliminating Down Syndrome. They re just killing everybody that has it. Big difference. Social media has become infamous for nasty and ill-considered commentary. But Ms. Heaton s message inspired expressions of love. Her Twitter feed quickly became a bulletin board for parents to share photographs of their precious children who have the chromosomal condition. This outpouring of parental affection has been particularly welcome in a week dominated by news of hatred and violence. A Parent's Prayer for Students Dear Lord, As my children leave for school, I pray you keep them in your care. Send your Spirit to open their minds to all that's true and beautiful and good. Help them see the gifts and talents you have given them and teach them to use them well. Help them to grow in knowledge and wisdom. Help them to be kind to others and lead others to be kind to them. Give their teachers patience and understanding and help them teach what's just and true. Send your angels to guide and guard my children and to keep them from all harm. Open their young hearts to your presence and enfold them in your peace and protection. Hold them in the palm of your hand, Lord, and at day's end, bring them safely home. Amen. ConcordPastor.blogspot.com Have a blessed week,

4 September 3, 2017 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Page Four Liturgical Ministers for Next Week s Liturgies Date/Time Lector Eucharistic Ministers Cantors Servers Saturday, September 9 5:00 p.m. John Dobbins Chris Seske Gigi Bialko, Joe Bialko, Gina Caruso, Joan Del Medico, Patricia Lawlor, Reneda Mittman, Carol Mozgowiec, David Nellessen, Chris Seske Jody Schuth Renee Pantaleon Mia Wilson Sunday, September 10 7:30 a.m. George Colgan Terry Uselmann George Colgan, Joan Karwoski, Tom Kleeman, Eleanor Mueller, Dennis Ramirez, Phyllis Ranalli, Terry Uselmann Jody Schuth Dominic Vecchio John Paul Vecchio 9:00 a.m. Kelly Satorre Fred Batliner, Gerry Batliner, Marilyn Cairo, Josephine Fragale, Maria Gullo, Filomena Randazzo, Mel Sass, Kathleen Sass, Norm Stranczek Jody Schuth Juliana Parisi John Sacris 10:45 a.m. Tom Muszynski Wayne Sliwa Josephine Bax, Toni Brana, Anna DiBenedetto, Nancy Hedrick, Nancy Jensen, Mike Merchut, Jerry Merkel, Tom Reich, Wayne Sliwa Rob Sadlowski Cecelia Hernandez Victor Hernandez 12:15 p.m. Ben Paolelli Joe Paolelli Maria Galluzzi, John Gierum, Cathy Gierum, Chris Paolelli, Ben Paolelli, Joe Paolelli, Gloria Scardino, Judy Vee, Matilde Yates Rob Sadlowski Frank Kedzior Daniel Beyer 5:00 p.m. Kathleen Deveau Georgene Croteau, James Croteau, R. Scott Flick, Lydia LaScola, Ann Remijan Rob Sadlowski Tony Davies Alex Jablonski A BASIC MINISTRY OF CARE TRAINING COURSE will be offered this Fall, The fiveweek training will take place on Wednesday evenings from September 27 though October 25 at Presence St. Benedict Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 6930 West Touhy, Niles. Those interested in becoming a Minister of Care for Our Lady of Ransom Parish (visiting our parishioners who are hospitalized, in nursing homes, or are confined to their homes, and bringing Communion to them) must attend this course. For any questions you may have about the Ministry of Care Program at OLR, please call the parish office at and leave your name and phone number. Our Ministry of Care Coordinator will contact you with more information and the process for registration. Please make your reservation early (no later than September 20). Thank you! Welcome back to Bible Study! WEDDING BANNS I - Alexander Chew & Phi Le II - Margaret Mary Schneider & Olavo Figueiredo Our bible study of the Gospel of Matthew resumes this Wednesday, September 6, picking up where we left off in the spring beginning with chapter 19. If anyone is interested in joining, please do not hesitate to call Cathy Williams at or cwilliams@olransom.org. Our study is held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm (September 6 November 15).

5 September 3, 2017 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Page Five SAVE THESE DATES! Tuesday, September 19 6:30pm Mass followed by a wine tasting program by Emily Wilderman of WineStyles of Park Ridge. Emily will describe how to demystify the wine-buying process. She has a love of wine and enjoys sharing with others how to choose a wine for every occasion. Tuesday, October 10 Four Winds Casino. Tickets sell quickly! Be prepared to have $35.00 at the September meeting to register for this trip. More information will follow. We have many other interesting programs on the calendar, including the November 11-12th Queen of Peace Craft Sale. Please join us! Dues remain at $10. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Donut Sunday is September 10! Join Connie Mottley, our new Director of Religious Education and Maureen Valvassori for donuts, juice and coffee following the 10:45 am Mass on Sunday, September 10. This is a wonderful opportunity to say hello to Connie and say farewell (and thanks) to Maureen. The new REP school year begins Tuesday, September 12. REMINDER Monday, September 4 Mass at 9:00 a.m. Ministry Center offices will be closed. Emergency calls will be facilitated by our Answering Service.

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8 September 3, 2017 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Page Eight R E S T I N P E A C E Please continue to pray for the following people who have recently died: Raymond Natividad Ekaterini Kokkinias Lord, for your faithful people, life is changed not ended. --Rite of Christian Burial SACRIFICIAL GIVING Our response to God s command to take care of the community with the gifts, talents and resources God entrusts to us. STEWARDSHIP OF RESOURCES Sunday Collections August $ 10,845 (Week 9) July electronic... $ 7,963 Year-to-date...$ 112,652 We are grateful. P R A Y F O R T H E S I C K Bob Nagawiecki (2) Pauline Stensland (2) We pray for all the sick at every Mass and in our private prayers. Persons who have a change in their health (traumatic event, surgery, critical stage of disease, etc.) will be mentioned by name (if they or a family member request) at Sunday Masses. Thereafter, for one month the name will be published in the bulletin and then placed on our website: olransom. org. OLR MILITARY God keep you safe! A.I.C. Michael Gonzales Sgt. Vito Deiure Gunny Sgt. Paul J. Vee, USMC Lt. 1st Class Jared Kandell Staff Sgt. Michael Osterlund PFC Darren Keifer PO2 Patrick Wurster II Staff Sgt. Anthony LaScola, USMC Cpl. Brian Michael Bell BM3 Kristin Kaufmann Specialist Conrad Sewinski ENFR Joshua Torres 1st Lt. Joseph John Gullo, USAF Cpl. Giselle Obcemea Gayapa, USMC PFC Ezekiel M. Trimble PFC Edrian Fernandez, USAFC Cpt. Jason Lovallo 2nd Lt. Timothy F. Eddy, Jr. 1st Lt. Catie LaScola, USMC PFC Michael Allbright PFC A.J. Martinez Jr. If you know of any Our Lady of Ransom parishioners who are serving in the military and would like to include them in our prayer intentions, please call the Ministry Center ( ) Searching for Jehanne: the St. Joan of Arc Project is currently on display at the Loyola University of Museum Art until October 21. Susan Aurinko, a Chicago based artist, presents a photo essay that tells the story of Joan of Arc through photographs of the places where this revered saint once lived, prayed and fought through her brief life. LUMA, 820 N. Michigan Avenue, is open Wednesday through Saturday, from 11:00am to 6:00pm and Tuesdays from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Docent-led tours are available. Free admission through November 11, Call Barbara at for more information.

9 From: Our Lady of Ransom Parish Niles, IL Contact: Cathy Williams Bulletin # Date: September 3, PAGES PLUS COVER SHEET Publisher 2007 Printer HP Laser Jet CP3525