THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 4, 2018

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1 MARCH 4, 2018 THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE CHURCH: Saturday: 5:00 & 6:30PM Sunday: 6:30, 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00AM; 12:30, 5:30 (Tridentine), & 8:00PM HOLY FAMILY CHAPEL: Sunday: 9:30 & 11:00AM Childcare is offered during these Masses. Call WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE: Monday - Saturday: 6:45 & 8:00AM Monday - Thursday: 5:15PM First Friday: 12:00PM in the Adoration Chapel HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE: Consult the parish bulletin or website, or call the Parish Office at RECITATION OF THE ROSARY: Tuesdays at 7:30PM in the Church MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP NOVENA: Wednesdays at 7:45AM RESPECT LIFE ROSARY: Wednesdays following the 8:00AM Mass VESPERS & BENEDICTION: Thursdays at 6:00PM (Adoration Chapel) RECONCILIATION: Tuesdays: 11:00AM (Holy Family Chapel) and 7:00PM (Church) No 11:00AM Confessions on 2nd Tuesday of the month. Thursdays: 7:15 AM & 4:30PM (Church) Saturdays: 4:00PM (Holy Family Chapel) Sundays: 7:00PM (Church) (Confessions are also heard at 10:30AM on the 4th Saturday of the month in the Holy Family Chapel.) 36 North Ellsworth Street Naperville, Illinois Facebook: SS Peter and Paul New Evangelization Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net Visit Ss. Peter and Paul s New Website

2 Readings For The Week Saturday, March 3 6:45 AM For reparation 8:00 AM Douglas Sullivan Vigil Masses for The Third Sunday of Lent 5:00 PM Saints Peter and Paul parishioners 6:30 PM Joanne Madonna Sunday, March 4 The Third Sunday of Lent 6:30 AM Marge Shannon 8:00 AM June and Anthony Mrozinski 9:30 AM Edward John Graham 11:00 AM Toni Cooper 12:30 PM Cathy LaBruzzy 5:30 PM Dr. James Wack (LATIN) 8:00 PM Deceased members of the Kuefler and Schuster families Holy Family Chapel 9:30 AM The Mueller family 11:00 AM Lee Mollika Monday, March 5 6:45 AM Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jost 8:00 AM William and Joan Richter 5:15 PM Margaret and Bill Bumford Tuesday, March 6 6:45 AM Donna Eichhorn 8:00 AM Sangeetha Devadas (A) 5:15 PM Nancy McSweeny Wednesday, March 7 6:45 AM Purgatorial Society 8:00 AM Intentions of Bilardello family 5:15 PM Loretta Mae Bronson Thursday, March 8 6:45 AM Richard DeGraff 8:00 AM Intentions of Kate O Malley 5:15 PM Patricia Rink Friday, March 9 6:45 AM Ray Barnes 8:00 AM Genevieve A. Jedd Saturday, March 10 6:45 AM For the protection of the unborn 8:00 AM Victor Trauscht Vigil Masses for The Fourth Sunday of Lent 5:00 PM James Ryan 6:30 PM Saints Peter and Paul parishioners Sunday, March 11 The Fourth Sunday of Lent 6:30 AM Bridget Pekala 8:00 AM Toni Cooper 9:30 AM Deceased members of the Kernan and Peters families 11:00 AM Wanda Reed 12:30 PM Edward John Graham 5:30 PM Frank and Mildred Cullitan (LATIN) 8:00 PM Regina Frances Reice Holy Family Chapel 9:30 AM The Mueller family 11:00 AM Saints Peter and Paul parishioners Monday: 2 Kgs 5:1-15b; Ps 42:2, 3; 43:3, 4; Lk 4:24-30 Tuesday: Dn 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25:4-5ab, 6-7bc, 8-9; Mt 18:21-35 Wednesday: Dt 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20; Mt 5:17-19 Thursday: Jer 7:23-28; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Lk 11:14-23 Friday: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 81:6c-11ab, 14, 17; Mk 12:28-34 Saturday: Hos 6:1-6; Ps 51:3-4, 18-21ab; Lk 18:9-14 Sunday: 2 Chr 36:14-16, 19-23; Ps 137:1-6; Eph 2:4-10; Jn 3:14-21 Alternate readings (Year A): 1 Sm 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a; Ps 23:1-6; Eph 5:8-14; Jn 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38] Stations of the Cross Stations of the Cross will be offered each Friday during Lent at 7:00pm in the Church. Please make a special effort to come and pray this beautiful Lenten devotion. Volunteers Needed to Clean the Church Friday, March 23rd after the 8:00am Mass We are looking for help to do a good cleaning of the Church in preparation for Easter. If you would like to give a few hours of your time, please Susan at: susans4521@gmail.com. Please note that for the safety of our children, the doors of the Church will now be locked for all School Masses. Thank you for your understanding. Our next Donut Social will be a Pretzel Social! Join us after the 9:30am and 11:00am Masses on Sunday, March 11th in the Social Hall at the Ministry Center for giant soft pretzels from the Philly Pretzel Factory. Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 2

3 PARISH SACRIFICIAL GIVING We sincerely thank everyone for their generosity and support. For the new fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017, the weekly Sunday collection budget is $45,877 (based on 51 Sundays) FEBRUARY 2018 Sunday Collections Year-to-Date compared to Budget - Surplus / (Deficit) $ 42,221 About Contributions. Did you know you could set up automatic donations? The enrollment and set up process is straightforward. Just visit the parish website main page ( and select online giving. When using a plain white or temporary envelope (like the one pictured below), please remember to include your envelope number on either your check or somewhere on the envelope. This will help us give you proper credit for your donation. Thank you for your continued support. Actual Fiscal Year-to-Date Average Sunday Collections (35 Sundays) $ 47,083 Young at Heart See you this Monday... Where: Golden Corral 4070 E. New York Avenue Aurora (across Route 59) When: March 5th at 12:00pm Cost: Minimal ($8 - $12) Why: To enjoy good food and good people. All You Can Eat! Saints Peter and Paul Stained Glass Window and Church Tour We invite you to attend a tour of the Saints Peter and Paul Stained Glass windows on Saturday, March 17th at 1:00pm. Walk through Salvation History and discover the Biblical messages and traditional Christian symbols told in our windows and other decorations in the church. We hope this tour will help to shed new light on the beauty of our faith and its rich traditions. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY DINNER Where: Ministry Center Social Hall 36 N. Ellsworth Street, Naperville Upcoming Dates: March 9th, 16th, and 23rd Time: 5:00-9:00pm (kitchen closes at 8:00pm) Menu: Six-piece jumbo shrimp dinner $10.00 All You Can Eat white fish dinner $10.00 Senior and College Student Early Bird fish dinner (5-6pm) $9.00 Kids Atlantic white fish dinner $8.00 Mixed green salad $6.00 Cheese pizza meal $5.00 Dinners include: french fries, roll, coleslaw & cookie. Meal includes: juice box & cookie. Wines donated by Trinchero Family Estates. Beer donated by Goose Island Brewery. Live Music! Carry-outs available Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 3

4 WHY BE CATHOLIC? The Fathers of Mercy will be joining our parish for Sunday Masses, and sessions in the morning and evening. Morning sessions (Monday-Thursday) 9:00-10:00AM Evening sessions (Monday-Thursday) 7:00-8:00PM All sessions in the main Church. Reception following the Thursday evening session Ministry Center. Sessions will include exposition and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Thursday evening session will be within a Mass. A selection of CDs will be on sale each evening. Confession will be available during and after the Mission talks. The Fathers of Mercy is a Roman Catholic Congregation of Priests. Their primary Apostolate is to preach parish missions and retreats, with an emphasis on the Sacraments of the Holy Eucharist and Confession. Fr. Ken Geraci spent most of his young adult life as a fallen away Catholic and agnostic. After working in technology for a few years, he joined a few of his coworkers in establishing a 4.5M Internet software company. Focused on money, fitness and success, he made little room for God; but God did not give up on him. Through a series of conversions, years of struggle, study and questioning, Fr. Ken found his way from agnosticism, to non-denomination Christianity, and ultimately, back to the Catholic Church. During this mission, Fr. Ken will open up for us the value and meaning of being Catholic. Fr. Ken joined the Fathers of Mercy in 2006 and was ordained in This mission is for people of all ages and levels of faith, from those who are madly in love with Jesus, to those who pretty much cannot stand church or religion. Regardless of your level of faith, come and experience God s Divine Mercy! Mission Talks Monday: What Did Jesus Do - Church or Spirituality? Tuesday: Why Do We Do That As Catholics? Wednesday: Two Obstacles of Healing Thursday: How to Pray the Mass Please note that our Parish Office will be closed each morning from 9:00am to 10:00am to give the Saints Peter and Paul staff an opportunity to attend the morning sessions. Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 4

5 Give a Gift to Frs. Bachner, Marek, Maciej & McGeean for Easter! Join the parish for a Holy Hour with Benediction to pray for our parish priests Tuesday, March 6th at 7:30pm in the Holy Family Chapel in the Ministry Center Our priests need your prayers to gain the necessary graces to take on the enormous work of renewing the Church. Bring the whole family to pray and sign an Easter card for our priests. Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery lots for sale Six lots in the Little Flower section of Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery are for sale. If interested, please call Rose at Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 5

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7 Youth Ministry Faith of Our Fathers: The History of the Church Join us for a study on the history of the Catholic Church through 10 important dates that formed the Body of Christ and influenced the spread of the Gospel. We will be using the book 10 Dates Every Catholic Should Know by Diane Moczar. Discuss how Jesus is the center of time and how your story fits into His-story! Participants will be provided a book each evening. No purchase is required to attend. Bring a snack to share. Mondays from 7-8:30pm in the Teen Zone March 5th, 19th, and 26th Young Adults Fish Fry and Stations Friday, March 9th at 5:30pm Join us for dinner at the parish fish fry followed by the Stations of the Cross at 7pm. Holy Thursday Night Pilgrimage Thursday, March 29th at 7pm Mass Join us on a pilgrimage to Naperville-area churches for adoration, ending with Tenebrae at Sts. Peter and Paul at 11:30pm. Find us on Facebook! Facebook.com/ssppyoungadults. Sign up for our s! Contact Tiffany Pyle at: tpyle@sspeterandpaul.net. Preschool Pals Program Come join the fun! Nearly every Wednesday of the school year from 9:15am to 10:15am we gather preschool children for an enjoyable hour of crafts, games, stories, sing-a-longs and a treat. Preschoolers (along with a parent) are invited to join us in the lower level of the Ministry Center to meet friends and have a great time. Upcoming date for Preschool Pals are: March 7th and 21st; April 4th, 11th, and 25th; May 2nd and 9th. Kindly RSVP to Meg Olsen at:molsen@sspeterandpaulschool.com for one or more of the events at least two days prior to the event. Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 7

8 In Burkina Faso, we encounter Safiata, a mother, grandmother and farmer who relies on the money she makes from her crops to put her children through school. How can our purchases this Lent support farmers and artisans? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more. 7 Secrets of Confession by Vinny Flynn In this inspiring presentation, popular speaker Vinny Flynn explores the hidden truths of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, presenting what to many will be a whole new way of approaching Confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness. If you do not yet look forward to Confession in the same way you look forward to Communion, this will change your life. The CD was truly inspirational, informative, and educational. I have listened to it several times. Diane - Lewiston, ME This talk was amazing in that it framed the sacrament of confession in such a positive way, highlighting the healing factor, which is what it is really all about. Giving a good and honest confession is hard and it has given me a new way to examine myself by looking in general at where I need God's grace in my life. I think this is a great talk for those coming to the Faith, because it is such a healthy way to see this sacrament. The presentation was so inspiring that I was getting excited about my next confession and it really helped with my examination of conscience. Paul - Reading, PA Deeply insightful and practical...i warmly recommend it, not only to regular penitents, but especially to those who, for whatever reason, haven t been to Confession in a long time and who are looking for reasons to return. Most Rev. William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore ENCOUNTER SAFIATA A Brief History of TRANSITIONAL HOUSING MINISTRY Looking to the Future Transitional Housing Ministry (THM) is a two-year housing program for homeless families. THM works with a large organization, Bridge Communities, that owns about 100 apartments that serve as housing for our clients, as well as others. Bridge partners with about 50 other program partners such as SSPP. Bridge also provides services to THM including screening potential clients, mentor training, assigning a case manager for each family; they assist in working with schools, job search, family counseling, auto grants, etc. During the two years rent and utilities are paid by THM, the families are mentored almost weekly. Mentors work with families establishing budgets, debt and credit score management, employment improvement, school issues, use of social services and family issues. The goal of the program is improved self sufficiency upon leaving with job / wage improvement, debt reduction, improved credit scores, large savings and a good outlook for safe and proper housing. The program has serviced more than 60 clients with a high rate of success. THM began in 1995 and funding comes from the SSPP Pink Envelopes. I have managed the Ministry the last 15 years since the founding of the Ministry in The support of the SSPP community has been outstanding, providing financial support, mentors, other volunteers, and auto donations. The time has come for me to step aside and for new leadership to step forward. To manage THM, this role is best served by one who has been a mentor, but even more importantly one who is understanding, empathetic and compassionate. I will assist the new person during a transitional period with an experienced mentor or while the person is going through mentoring. This is a tremendous Ministry the Parish supports and where the family and the volunteers achieve life changing experiences. If interested please contact Jack Flowers Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 8

9 Congratulations to all of our new Saints Peter and Paul Naperville Council 1369 Sir Knights! On Saturday, February 17th, at the Hilton Hotel in Oakbrook, Father Francis Hoffman (Father Rocky), John Guill, Steve Obendorf, Dan Obendorf, and Jared Rutnicki, received their Patriotic 4th degree. They will be allowed to wear the 4th degree uniform, or Regalia, at high masses and other special occasions (masses for the Bishop and funerals for all departed Knights). Grand Knight, John Zabinski, and 4th Degree Captain, George McConaghy were sponsors. Past Grand Knight John Moravecek was in attendance. The day consisted of lunch, the degree, hospitality room, and the dinner banquet. Father Rocky spoke at the banquet on Patriotism, his family and the importance of praying the Rosary. Frank Rossi (4th degree Master). Frank Schwartz (State Secretary) and Paul Isherwood (Vice Supreme Master) also spoke at the banquet. It was a wonderful day of family fraternity. Father Rocky is scheduled to attend the Knights of Columbus fish fry on Friday March 16th, at the Ministry Center s Social Hall. Father Rocky will be the main celebrant for Stations of the Cross and Benediction starting at 7pm in the main church. On March 16th, our parish Irish Dancers will be performing at the fish fry. OPERATION ANDREW DINNER for young men 13 years of age and older The Operation Andrew Dinner is an informal evening where young men will have the chance to have dinner with Bishop Conlon and Fr. Burke Masters, and other priests of the Joliet Diocese. At this dinner participants will hear vocation stories, watch a short video on priesthood, ask Bishop Conlon and the priests questions, and have the chance to meet other young men interested in knowing more about the priesthood. If under 18, a parent or legal guardian is required to attend. TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DINNER 6PM 8PM St. Scholastica 7800 Janes Avenue,Woodridge, IL As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw Two brothers, Simon who is called Peter and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; For they were fishermen. And he said to them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. (Mt. 4:18-19, Mt. 1:16-17) For questions and to register, call Lisa Shannon at: or vocations@dioceseofjoliet.org. There is no charge for the dinner. Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 9

10 Saint Vincent de Paul Vincentian Meditation Pope John Paul II says to the laity: There cannot be two parallel lives in your existence as lay men and women: on the one hand, the so-called spiritual life, with its values and demands; on the other, the so-called secular life, that is life in a family, at work, social relationships, in the responsibilities of public life and in culture. Every activity, every situation, every precise responsibility are the occasions ordained by Providence for a continuous exercise of faith, hope and charity. (US Manual of the SVDP, p.59) Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St Vincent de Paul, a Catholic lay organization, leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and its patron, Saint Vincent de Paul. Would you like to learn more or are you in need of assistance? If so, call: Transitional Housing Ministry NEWS FROM THE KNIGHTS Knights of Columbus Council No E. Ogden Ave., Naperville, IL Tuesday, 3/6: Business Meeting - 7:30pm Friday, 3/9: Fish Fry (Tom Rogers) - Workers Needed Saturday, 3/10: St. Patrick s Day Parade - 10:00am - Coordinating Council 1369 (Mark Getzin). Luncheon at KC Hall immediately following the parade (Randy Stall) - Help Needed Wednesday, 3/14: First Degree Exemplification - 7:00pm - Kaycee s Hall Friday, 3/16: Fish Fry (Tom Rogers) - Workers Needed Saturday, 3/17: Rosary at Planned Parenthood - 9:00am (Alex Rechenmacher) - Prayers Needed Friday, 3/23: Fish Fry (Tom Rogers) - Workers Needed Sunday, 3/25: Easter Egg Hunt - 1:30pm - SSPP grounds with M.O.M.S. Group (Nick Thompson) The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Men s Fraternal Service Organization founded by Father McGivney. All of the good works we do are informed by our four core principles: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. The Knights also have an insurance program that has a top notch rating. For more information, please contact our Grand Knight, John Zabinski at or our Membership Director, Nick Thompson at The Kaycee Cub Hall is available for parties and meetings. The Naperville Knights of Columbus meets there on the first Tuesday every month. Contact Al Knoeck at for more information. Our aluminum can collection has been a great success. It has provided us the funding we need to support our priests and seminarians. Please continue to drop off your aluminum cans next to the trailer behind the Kaycee Club Hall. Looking to make a difference this Lent? As housing costs in our area continue to climb, the work of our Ministry becomes even more meaningful as we help homeless families seeking apartments and stability. Thank you for your ongoing generosity, and please continue to support our Ministry with your contributions in the pink envelopes. For more information on the Transitional Housing Ministry, call Jack Flowers at A parishioner needs your help We are looking for parishioners who live on or near Genesee Drive in Naperville who attend the Sunday 5:30pm Mass that would be willing to pick up another parishioner and take them to and from this Mass. Due to failing health, this parishioner no longer can drive, but would still like to attend the 5:30pm Mass as often as possible. If you would be willing to help, please contact Paulette Shea at Thank you! Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 10

11 Mark s Gospel Corner Today s Gospel is taken from John 2:13-25 and recounts when Jesus cleanses the temple spilling the moneychanger s tables and declares, Stop making my Father s house a marketplace (literally a market house there is a play on words here: Father s house market house). 1 Like the prophet Zechariah, zeal for God s house consumes Jesus. When Jesus authority to act is challenged (knowing the Jewish leaders intend to kill Him), He responds, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up. Filled with incredulousness, the leaders retort, Will you in three days raise up a temple taking forty-six years to construct? They concluded that Jesus was speaking about the Jewish Temple. After Jesus is raised up in three days, Christians realized that Jesus was speaking about the temple of His Body and recognized that His prophecy had been fulfilled. The passage, in part, is a response to critics who claimed after Jesus death that He was a false prophet. When the Temple was destroyed in 70 AD, Christians were blamed for its destruction and were expelled from the community, causing some to question whether Jesus was truly the Messiah and if He would return and establish His kingdom. John is responding to this crisis of faith. The verb form used here fordestroy, (referred to as the ironic imperative ) implies, Go ahead and see what happens. 2 By destroying the Temple of Jesus Body, John attributes the cause of the destruction of the Jewish Temple to the Jewish leaders (by which John means the Pharisees, scribes, and the elders) because of their refusal to believe. In destroying Jesus, the Jewish leaders destroyed themselves. In a like manner, in our refusal to believe, we destroy ourselves. 3 John clarifies that the lasting temple, the place where God dwells is Jesus body. The phrase, I will raise it up in three days are the exact words used in the resurrection narratives. Jesus kingdom has arrived it is at hand. His obedience to His Father led Him to His death and resurrection where He was consumed by love but not defeated. He reigns victorious, and so do we. The present trials are passing. God is already in our midst and dwells within us: If you love me and keep my commandments, the Father and I will come to you and make our home within you (Jn 14:23). We are the temple where God dwells, so we do not journey alone. If we too are consumed by love in service of God, we will not be destroyed, but will be victorious. What is the original significance of this passage cited by all four evangelists? When the Messiah came, it was expected that he would cleanse the temple, making it a place of prayer for all nations. When false witnesses testified at Jesus trial that He would destroy the Temple, it prompted the High Priest to demand, I charge you under oath by the living God, tell us if you are the Messiah, the Son of God (Mt 26:63). Jesus cleansing of the Temple clearly raised Messianic expectations among those who witnessed it something the Jews could not allow to go unchallenged. Yet Jesus has fulfilled this expectation. He has cleansed the Temple, the people of God, which St. Paul refers to as the Body of Christ, the Church. It is the place where God dwells among us. Lent is the time when we prepare ourselves, cleanse the house, making it more fitting for God a time to destroy false gods and temples. It is a time to rely solely on God who wishes to raise us up to His heavenly temple where we shall reign with Him. 1Brown, The Gospel of John, XIII-XXI, p Ibid. 3Ibid. For more information about Mark s Gospel Corner, Robert.J.Schuhriemen@gmail.com Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 11

12 Prayer Intentions THE SICK Please remember in your prayers, the following people who are seriously ill and others who are suffering with long-term or terminal illnesses: Kristine Agnich Loretta Agnich Joan Anthony Lois Aurelio-Mattern Alli Bayer Matt Bloodgood Luciana Bodero Patricia Botello Rose Briceno Ceal Brown Evelyn Brown Charles Bruce Mary Bruce Chris Bruni D Arcy Bruni Rachel Bryan Ruth Burnes Jonathan Calero Don Cassa Gloria Cervany Mary Beth Cesare Colleen Chandler Casey Cherry Steve Cosman Susan David Mary Davis Scott Dawson Anthony Dean Edward Dean Mary Dorn Donald Drever Lorie Ebbesen Karen Eggen Robert Eigenbauer Estella Encarnado Barbara Falk Charles Farrell Thomas Farrell Donald Feldott Theresa Feranec Dr. Angela Foster Mary Ann Freitag Trish Gannon Susan Gardner August Gatto Pat Geary Lucas Gerber Mr. Gladwin Loretta Goddard Myles Goddard Joe Gorman Erin Grand Nikki Gudall Don Haas Sue Hall Ann Hamilton Don Hargis Michael Harris Wayne Harrison Mary Beth Harmon Sami Henderson Gloria Hermes John Hermes Penny Holtz Charlie Ingrassia Paul Ingrassia Carol Jablonsky Margaret Jablonsky Jan Janczak Jenny Jones Maria Kathy Marietta Keating Kevin Konvalinka Suzanne Krauss Thomas Krauss George Kullick Rose Kupsche Linda Kurzawa Jeanine LaBelle Beverly Leannais Ken Lietz Mary Lietz Michael Lietz Kathy Lincoln Noah Lindsay Rita Lisson Vi Livernash Joseph Loduca Grayson Scott Long Tom Lubecki Maria Macedo Monica Macedo Lillian Magiera Joan Marchaterre Rose Marks Luisa Matta Jeanette P. McCann Scott McNally Fr. Elias Mills Betty Lou Milota Roy Mitchell Barb Moceri Kathy Moran Gayle Moravecek Avila V. Moreno Marie Morgan Diane Mrizek Kathy Nguyen Maria Suong Nguyen Linda Nipper Eugene Niziolek Mercedes Niziolek Maureen Novak Ryan Novak Ann Nowak Fr. James Nowak Nancy O Hara Sebastian Osslund Matthew Ousterout Susan Pankow Mike Paukstis Jeff Pecca Andy Pesce Kathleen Pervan John Pfeuffer Carolyn Preston Deacon Ed Ptacek Sharon Pworek Bella Raffin Ray Ragusa Charles Rankin Laverne Rasmussen Mary Rauch Al Rechenmacher Deacon Tom Rehak Laura Rott Harrison Ruzicka Maria San Juan Sue Sansone-Spencer Roger Schmith Dr. Patty Schupfer Chuck Schweiger Don Shaw Bob Shea Debra Shea Ysabelle Simbol Irene Slowik Edward Slowik Mary Ann Steen Caryl Steimel John Stewart Joel Super Valarie Swailes Mark Szachnitowski Frances Tavernaro Jeannie Thorpe Bernice Tokarski Akiko Toyohara Roz Turner Sharon Tworek Kelly Valentino Charles Villaseñor Martha Vinson Nello Vitorinelli Phyllis Warfield Marie Williams Janice Wilson Sylvia Wolfe Armando Yparraguirre Ricardo Yparraguirre Jayne Zenker Helen Zgoda Roberta Zielinski Mary Elizabeth Zink Marilyn Zver Help us update our Sick List. Please take a moment to review our sick list in today s bulletin. If prayers have been answered, please let us know so we can remove your loved one from the list and keep our prayer list current. Contact Cindy at in the Parish Office. Thank you. We wish to offer our sympathy and a promise of our prayers to family and friends on the death of: Dorothy Bushnell, Hillard Panek, Dorothy Pobozny, Gerald Spreitzer PRAYING FOR THE SICK AND DECEASED If you wish to have the name of a family member or friend included in the Petition for the Sick, which is read at weekend Masses, you must call the Parish Office by 9:00a.m. on the Friday before. Your loved one s name will automatically be added onto the sick list in the bulletin the following weekend. If you add a loved one s name to the petition when you come to Mass, please follow up with a phone call to the Parish Office on the following Monday, so the name may be included with the sick list in the bulletin. Call the Parish Office at to add, remove or keep a name on the sick list. Any names received after 9:00a.m. on the Friday will be included in the following weekend s prayers. Names will be kept on for three months unless otherwise noted. Deceased loved ones who are buried by Saints Peter and Paul Parish are automatically named in the bulletin and in the petition read at weekend Masses. Other recently deceased loved ones may be added to the petitions by calling the Parish Office by 9:00a.m. on Friday. U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Burns 2nd Lt. Daniel Caddigan Captain Nick DuPre Major Frank Girdwain Tech. Sgt. Mike McDonnell Sgt. Steve McDonnell Lt. Theodore M. Jackson Airman 1st Class David Keifer Sgt. Zachary McKenty Captain Scott Paeth Sr. Airman Daniel Shea Senior Airman Amanda Shea Sgt. Dan Steenstra U.S. Army PVT Justin Bielefeld Captain Michael Caddigan Captain John J. Case Major Eileen Cassidy Major Mary Cassidy Lt. Col. Richard Collage Major Tom Crane SPC Nick Gedvilas Major Thomas E. Goerling Sgt. Anthony Gorup SPC Jarred Hampton Lt. Col. Sean Hermick Sgt. Kellen Jones 1st Lt. Josh Laz Captain Stephen Laz 1st Lt. Connor Mulhere Captain Aimee Laz Park SPC Steven Powell Major Michael Predny Captain Andrew J. Prunty Captain Daniel Rickert 1st Lt. David Rickert Please Remember in Prayer our Men and Women Serving in the Military U.S. Army (cont d) Harrison Ruzicka, SPEC. 4 Sgt. 1st Class Pamela Schmecht Private John August Sopuch IV SPC Robert Surran Sgt. Craig Vladika U.S. Navy LCDR Thomas Bock LCDR Tom Kuhrt Captain Anthony Giglio Commander Michael Jelinek Commander Chris Kurgan Lieutenant JG Patrick Marsh Lt. Dustin Flaum Lt. Kaleb Moore Lt. Kasey Scheel Lt. Matthew Scheel Ensign Michael Schmitz U.S. Marine Corps Major Kevin Bowler Captain Donald J. Carlsen CWO2 John Crites Sgt. Richard DiBiaso PFC Jonathon Dragovan Sgt. Luke Focer LCPL Ryan Goralski 2nd Lt. Eric Hovey Sgt. Ivan Karamysev Major Pete Keough Gy Sgt. Conor Mahoney LCPL Matthew Prasse Corporal Joseph Taylor Staff Sgt. Marcin Tutaj U.S. Coast Guard P.D. John McNellis B.M.3 Andrew Parent If you would like to have a serviceman or woman included in the military remembrance list in the bulletin, please call the Parish Office at To arrange a welcome home for your soldier or marine, contact Donna Morsovillo of Operation Welcome You Home at or donna@welcomeyouhome.org. Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 12

13 Pray With Us COME AND ADORE HIM IN THE MOST HOLY SACRAMENT... Visit our Saint Francis Adoration Chapel - Open 24/7 Please consider visiting with our Lord at these times. Call Barb at or blandiak@gmail.com. PRAYER NETWORK Monday 4am Thursday 3am Tuesday 2am Saturday 7pm Tuesday 3am Saturday 10pm Wednesday 3am Sit quietly and just be in the presence of God. Think of a visit to the Blessed Sacrament as coming to see your best friend. Instead of talking to the Lord, try listening to what He wants to tell you. St. Francis Chapel of Eucharistic Adoration Flame of Faith Candles Six candles burn perpetually around the Blessed Sacrament in our St. Francis Eucharistic Adoration Chapel. The burning candles serve as a constant prayer before the Lord, present in the Blessed Sacrament. Envelopes for you to have your intention remembered with one of these candles and prayed for ONE WEEK (Sunday to Sunday) are available in the Adoration Chapel. The intentions will be published in the bulletin. Flame of Faith Intentions for This Week The seven-day Devotional Candles, at the altar of our Lord, in the Saint Francis Adoration Chapel, are being offered for the following intentions: 1. For the repose of the soul of Jamie Weis. 2. For a son s healing. 3. For two daughters and a son to find holy, Catholic spouses. 4. For the health of Debbie V. 5. For jobs for our children. 6. For the recovery of Dwayne E. EVENING PRAYER AND BENEDICTION Please join us for Evening Prayer (Vespers) and Benediction, held every Thursday at 6:00pm in the St. Francis Adoration Chapel. March VOCATION PRAYER CALENDAR 5 Brs. Nicholas Schumer, Gustavo Sinco, Pierre St. Raymond, Thomas Dominic Vance, John Vietoris FSC Robert Carroll. Lawrence Fidelius O.Carm 6 Frs. John Lovitsch & Arthur Maher 7 Dcns. Donald Helgeson, Bradley Hentz, Donald Higgins, Steven Hill, Karl Huebner, Michael Iozzo 8 Srs. Mary Bratrsovsky, Johanna Choi, JoAnne Form, Judith Ann Heble, Irene Jasien, Benita Jasurda, Lois Jean Jensik, Helen Jilek OSB 9 Frs. Andrew Davy, Walter Dziordz, Anthony Kelpsas, Matthew Lamoureux MIC 10 Frs. Douglas Martis Rosary Come pray with us on Tuesday evenings in the Church beginning at 7:30 PM. With our Rosaries, we will ask Our Lady to intercede for our Holy Father s special intention of the month, as well as for our own intentions and for world peace without the threat of terrorism. If there is a special intention that you would like to have remembered during the weekly Rosary, please sspprosary@gmail.com or come to the Tuesday Rosary to add your intention. Legion of Mary at Saints Peter & Paul You are invited to join us in praying the rosary and devotional prayers in the spirit of faith and in union with the Blessed Virgin Mary. Meetings are Tuesdays at 6:00pm in the Ministry Center. Contact Judy Vissepo at or Paulette Shea at Please call Jay Albarran at Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 13

14 Parish Staff Directory Parish Office Fax (Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30AM-5:00PM) PRIESTS Father Daniel Bachner, Administrator Father Maciej Stelmach, Parochial Vicar Father Marek Herbut, Parochial Vicar Father John McGeean, In Residence PERMANENT DEACONS Deacon Ron Brown Deacon Michael Crowell Deacon Will Marrero Deacon Kevin Neis Deacon Roger Novak Deacon Thomas Rehak Deacon Joe Verdico PARISH OFFICE Office Administrator: Annmarie Baughman Bulletin Editor: Cynthia Kennedy BUSINESS OFFICE Finance Manager: Tom Boler Accountant: Christine LaMourie Accounting Assistant: Rhonda Mucerino Facilities Manager: Louis Pozek SCHOOL OFFICE... (PHONE) Principal: Karen Meskill... (FAX) NEW EVANGELIZATION Director: Tiffany Pyle Administrative Asst/Webmaster: Denise Stephen RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Attendance (FAX) Director of Religious Education & Children s Ministry: Theresa Pratt Associate Director of Religious Education & Youth Ministry: Jared Rutnicki Office Manager: Peggy Partipilo RE Administrative Assistant: Debbie Mulay SACRED WORSHIP Director of Sacred Music: Matthew S. Sprinkle Administrative Assistant: Pam Vose Liturgical Ministries Coordinator: Deacon Michael Crowell SERVICE MINISTRY Director: Deacon Joe Verdico PARISH NURSE / PASTORAL MINISTRY Paulette Shea SENIOR SERVICES Deacon Joe Verdico, Communion Call Coordinator Paulette Shea, Parish Nurse Sr. Sandra Zorko, OSF, Young at Heart Director NURSERY COORDINATOR Donna Widmann WEDDING COORDINATOR Pam Adamski PERPETUAL ADORATION VOIC x2442 PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kelly Heffron, President / Parish Life Commission Terry McHugh, Vice President / Worship Commission Dick Pugliese, Secretary / Christian Service Commission Thomas Gavin, Administration Commission Cheri Obendorf, Religious Education Commission Steve Obendorf, New Evangelization Commission Tobias Schlueter, School Board Representative Sarah Bogusz, Member at Large Barb Hoyt, Member at Large Scott Jenkins, Member at Large Stewart Mattson, Member at Large John Moravecek, Member at Large Saints Peter and Paul Church March 4, 2018 sspeterandpaul.net 14