Our Lady of Peace. Immaculate Conception. 701 Plainfield Rd.~ Darien, Illinois. The Marian Fathers of the (630)

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1 Our Lady of Peace 701 Plainfield Rd.~ Darien, Illinois (630) The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception

2 2 From Father Walter s desk How Can I Diminish My Fears? Notice that I use the word diminish rather than eliminate. We will probably always have some fears, and maybe we can even admit that some fears are good to have. Having a good survival instinct (thus fear of losing my life) makes me more careful when I walk across the street, rather than being reckless and refuse to look both ways when I do walk across the street. Likewise, it is good to maintain a fear of fire. I ll be careful around fire as a result of such fear. See my point? However, why would I want to maintain a fear of God or maintain a fear of people for the only reason that they are different from me? Does life have to be this way? I don t think so, and I know that the Church doesn t think so either. Scripture would have us love God first and foremost, and then to love our neighbor as ourselves. And if you read the last sentence again carefully you will see that God gives us the answer as to how to eliminate our fears of both God and neighbor. The secret, given in broad daylight by the way, is to love our neighbor as ourselves. You see, I know me. It doesn t matter if spiritual and psychological writers challenge me to know myself better, presuming as they do that I do not know myself well enough. Allowing for the fact that such a challenge is indeed wonderful, it doesn t change the fact that I still know myself better than I know you. But I admit that I can learn more about myself. I can enter into a process of self-education where I can get e better grasp of why I do things the way I do, and in this way improve the way I behave toward others so that more peace and joy is now able to enter into my life. And what again makes this improvement possible? The answer is education. I used the word self education, however, the answer is still education. Isn t it at least possible that God is inviting us to use the same process toward Himself and our neighbors? Consider for a moment that the best way to overcome my fear of people who might be different from me is to educate myself as to eho they are. People of a different religion frighten me? Buy a book about that religion, preferably from someone currently in that religion, and educate myself about what they believe. Maybe my fear is a lot simpler than that. Perhaps I am fearful of the person across the street who even shares my religion? Find a way to learn about that person. Compassion is a wonderful time-proven way of educating me about others; compassion derived from walking a mile in their moccasins, as the old Native American saying goes, is nothing short of timeless wisdom. The Bible would have us not judge others, or at least judge myself more than I judge others. This too, is timeless wisdom that comes from our very own spiritual heritage. And the same process holds true of God. Was I brought up in a way that leaves me with images of a judging God, causing me to turn to be afraid of Him? If so, the answer here, too, is found in education. Read as much as you can about God from the Catholic tradition. If you go deeper into an understanding of God in this way, you will find enough wisdom and balanced, measured viewpoints, that eventually you will find your fears simply melting away. I am convinced that ongoing education is the only path to walk. Peace, Fr. Walt

3 LECTOR SCHEDULE March 24 5:00pm - Mike Hogan March 25 7:00am - Kathy Sheridan 8:30am - Troy Fleming 10:15am - Maryalice Dewbray 12 noon - Pat Debelak 6:30pm - Santay 3 LITURGICAL ROLES OFFERING COUNTERS March 26 Dick Slad Veretta Slad Lou Larson Sheila Larson Genevieve Liska Dave Klima Carol Lazarski Teresa Hart PARISH REGISTRATION If you would like to become a parishioner at Our Lady of Peace Parish, please visit our website at If you wish to register in person, please visit the Parish Office. Monday - Friday 8:00am-1:00pm MASS INTENTIONS March Daily Mass: Monday-Saturday 7:30am Monday 3/19 Orlando San Juan (D) - Tuesday 3/20 Alvina Jankowski (D) - Wednesday 3/21 Touranjeau Family - Thursday 3/22 Armando Bucci (D) - Friday 3/23 Bill O Connell - Saturday 3/24 Mercedes Rodriguez (D) :00pm Mary & Patrick Piwcewicz (D) Msgr. Jim - Sunday 3/25 Rosemarie Carbone (D) 7:00am Fr. Michael 8:30am Fr. Walter 10:15am Walter & Ann Locke (D) Peter & Liberty Riva (D) Marie Antoinette Averion (D) Ramona Loberanes (D) - Gerald Griffin (D) Fr. Michael :00pm Eugene Sobotka (D) Fr. Walter :30pm Fr. Burke Masters Jan & Czeslawa Pielat (D) Jadwiga Bombala (D) Celebrants Subject To Change Monday: 2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22; Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-21; Jn 8:21-30 Wednesday: Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3:52-56; Jn 8:31-42 Thursday: Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-9; Jn 8:51-59 Friday: Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-7; Jn 10:31-42 Saturday: Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-13; Jn 11:45-56 Sunday: Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16; (procession) Is 50:4-7; Ps 22: 8-9, 17-20, 23-24; Phil 2:6-11; Mk 14:1 15:47 [15:1-39] /MASS INTENTIONS March 17/18 5:00pm 7:00am 8:30am 10:15am 12:00pm 6:30pm WEEKLY READINGS Martha Herrick (D) Brayden Bridges (L) Evelyn Walega (D) Tom McDermott (D) John Kulaga (D) Philip Lazzara (D) Reina Marie DeLeon (D) Jane & Lloyd Heim (D) Deacon Paul Brachle Food Pantry Please help the less fortunate with a charitable gift. Your donation allows us to supply the needy with food from week to week. The recipients graciously thank you and God continues to bless you. Hearing impaired? Search for SLI assisted Mass locations!

4 STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Sunday Budget: $21,500 Actual: $25,875 Surplus: $4,375 *Don t forget you can donate online at our parish website and click the GIVE ONLINE tab* BORN INTO ETERNAL LIFE Please pray for the joyful rebirth into the eternal celebration of God s love for the Departed Matthew Zuro BAPTISMS Through the Saving Waters of Baptism, we will welcome Savana Rose Ryan Vincent Anthony Distasio Damien Nicholas Blachuciak on March 25, 2018 ANNIVERSARY WISHES Congratulations to WEDDING BANNS It is with joy that we announce the upcoming weddings 4 PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK Your prayers have been a tremendous source of healing, empowerment, enrichment, and prophecies for all of the sick of Our Lady of Peace, especially those listed below. Join us daily by sharing your spirituality and prayer devotions for the sick. Michael Abrahamson, Alan Amann, Sue Atkinson, Joseph Barberio, Joseph Bielaga, Dcn. Frank Bina, Bill/James Bleacher, Linda Bronsteader, Judy C., Katy Counihan, Mario/Ann Cristofaro, Anne-Ellie Deutsch, Frank Dipodiva, Brooklynn Drab, Fran Goodell, Mark Herwaldt, JoAnne Hug, Mary Johnson, Dan Kieras, Donald Klemz, Burt Klich, Joe Kolibab, Bro. Leonard Konopka, MIC, Robert Leverence, Rev. David Lord, Amy Lynch, Sylvia Malicki, Camille Manz, Laverne Marchese, John Matt, Donna Menard, Eusemia Mesina, Ronald Molfese, Joan Novak, Bill O Connell, Marilyn Pallardy, Gloria Pavesich, Rose Marie Pedryc, Helen Peschel, Agatha Piwcwicz, J. Pisarczyk, Cita Quizon, Joan Ritzert, Roger Rodriguez, Laura & George Rossano, Dan Sackett, Charlie Sanders, Maria Santos, Joyce Smith, Karlton Smith, Bertha Sobotka, Jim Sobun, Marylyn Sobun, Patricia Soukup, Gerald Tampier, Diane Treend, Edwin & Albina Troscinski And for the seriously ill children of our Parish: Emma Tucker, Damien Turrubiartes, Martin Viau Please pray for the servicemen and women of our Parish WE ARE IN NEED OF BEREAVEMENT MINISTERS Because of the normal changes in peoples lives, the ample number of ministers has been reduced and OLOP is seeking new ministers. You will have personal contact with families who are mourning the death of a loved one and will be helping them plan the funeral liturgy. Is God calling you to this very fulfilling and worthwhile ministry? If you are interested or have any questions, please contact: Larry Fudacz Ext. 20 LFJF7930@prodigy.net

5 5 Preparing Oneself For Divine Mercy Sunday Divine Mercy Sunday ~ Sunday, April 8, 2018 ~ Confession~ Daughter, when you go to confession, to this fountain of My mercy, the Blood and Water which came forth from My heart always flows down upon your soul and ennobles it. Every time you go to confession, immerse yourself entirely in My mercy, with great trust, so that I may pour the bounty of My grace upon your soul. When you approach the confessional, know this, that I Myself am waiting there for you. I am only hidden by the priest, but I myself act in your soul. (Diary, 1602) Our Savior is so compassionate! While He is certainly offended and grieved by our sins, He also sees clearly how our sins can wound and tear the very life out of our souls. In other words, He sees how mankind is "aching" from sin, and so He wants not only to forgive our sins, but to heal our hearts, too, pressing them close to His own Merciful Heart. Everyone count, everyone say 'when was the last time I went to confession?' And if much time has passed, do not lose another day. Go, the priest will be good. Jesus is there, and Jesus is more benevolent than priests, Jesus receives you, He receives you with so much love. Be courageous and go to Confession! It is recommended, not required, to make a good confession prior to Divine Mercy Sunday -E.A.D.M. (Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy Our Lady of Peace Church) Confer:

6 Save the date! May 8, :30pm Mass of Appreciation & Social Honoring all volunteers and ministers of Our Lady of Peace (& their spouses) Details to follow Retreat/ workshop for widowed men/women Looking for a way to navigate their way through life s changes and hoping to find joy in living once more. June 23 & 24, 2018 St. Julie s -Tinley Park July 21 & 22, 2018 Holy Family -Inverness August 11 & 12, 2018 Mary Queen -Elmhurst For more information contact us at Joyful Again! Widowed Ministry Ph: joyfulagain7211@gmail.com Website: (Short video on website.) IMPORTANT: Register early, space is limited. 6 Holy Week & Easter Schedule March 25th~ Palm Sunday (Palms will be blessed and distributed at all Masses) Mass Times: Saturday, 5pm Sunday, 7am, 8:30am, 10:15am, 12 Noon, and 6:30pm Easter Triduum March 29th~ Holy Thursday No Morning Mass Evening Mass of the Lord s Supper~ 7pm Eucharistic Adoration 8pm-Midnight March 30th~ Good Friday No Morning Mass Holy Hour~ 2-3pm Liturgy of the Lord s Passion~ 7pm March 31st~ Holy Saturday No Morning Mass No Morning Confessions Blessing of Food Baskets~ 1pm Easter Vigil~ 8pm (1.5-2 hour duration) April 1st~ Easter Sunday Mass Times: 7am, 8:30am, 10:15am (Church), 10:15am (School Gym), & 12 Noon NO 6:30pm Mass on Easter Sunday Younger Than Ever Seniors Meeting is Monday, March 19th at noon at the Darien Sportsplex Lunch will be served Enjoy a game of BINGO Book Club News! The selection for March is "Everybody Needs to Forgive Somebody" by Allen Hunt. Our discussion will be Wednesday, March 28th from 7:00 p.m-8:30 p.m. in the Art room of the school. Please contact Cindy Santay (olopbookclub@gmail.com or ) if you have questions or need a copy of the book.

7 7 Help Fund 18 Our Lady of Peace Catholic School and RE Students Who Have Applied to Receive an Invest in Kids Scholarship for Catholic Education.

8 8 Crusader Chronicles March 18, 2018 ILLINOIS STATE GEOGRAPHY BEE Congratulations to John S. for making it all the way to the State Geography Bee. John won our school Geography Bee earlier this year and then proceeded to take a test online. John scored so well on the online test that he qualified for the Illinois State Geography Bee that will take place on Friday, April 6 th at Illinois State University. Good luck John! We are so proud of you! MATH TEAM COMPETITION On Monday, March 12, four seventh graders visited Nazareth Academy for their 7th Grade math Competition. Competitors included Izzy G., Marcello S., Matt R. and Leah T. We participated in the A division (schools with less than 40 students in the seventh grade). Leah was awarded 4th Place in the Individual Score Competition. It was a tough competition. In addition to Leah's personal win, our team won the speed round competition at the conclusion of their first three rounds. Congratulations to all members of the OLP math team for a great season. SCHOOL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN Registration for the school year is now open. It is highly recommended that if you are interested in Pre-Kindergarten for three or four year olds that you register as early as possible because these positions tend to fill up quickly. We currently have a full kindergarten classroom and will be putting children on a waiting list. INVEST IN KIDS ACT TUITION TAX CREDIT/SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION If you are interested in making a donation for an Illinois Tax Credit please check out the Empower Illinois website. 75% of what you donate can be claimed as a tax credit from the state of Illinois. The donation time period will close on April 1 st. The application process opened up on February 27 th. You can still sign up to apply. Again, go to the Empower Illinois webpage to apply for up to 100% school tuition and fees scholarship. Upcoming Dates March 23 rd School Mass (8:30), Fish Fry March 24 th - April 2 nd Spring/Easter Break April 3 rd School resumes

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12 12 Accounting Clerk/Office Assistant/Special Projects Coordinator Immaculate Conception Parish Elmhurst Immaculate Conception Parish is seeking a part-time Accounting Clerk/Office Assistant/Special Projects Coordinator. This position should have an in-depth knowledge of the organizational structure of the Catholic Church; be outgoing; a good listener and communicator; organized; and have good computer skills. Must possess excellent writing, organizational, accounting and time management skills. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. To view a full job description, visit: Interested parties should contact: Jeff Williams Director of Administration and Facilities Immaculate Conception Parish jwilliams@icelmhurst.org

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14 MARIAN COMMUNITY Rev. Walter Dziordz, MIC - Pastor , Ext. 14 Rev. Al Micka, MIC - Pastor Emeritus Rev. Anthony Kelpsas, MIC Clergy: clergyolop@comcast.net Msgr. Jim Burnett Assistant jburnettolp@gmail.com DEACONS Frank Bina Retired Larry Fudacz Ext. 20 lfudacz@olopdarien.org Patrick Kenny-Ext. 19 pkenny@olopdarien.org Frank Vonesh-Ext. 25, or preferred fvonesh@olopdarien.org PARISH Raye Ann Durr - Receptionist/Clerical Assistant, Ext. 17 rdurr@olopdarien.org Heather Barry Bulletin Editor hbarry@olopdarien.org For Bulletin Submissions Bulletin@olopdarien.org Kellie Moore Business Manager/Parish Administrator kmoore@olopdarien.org Dave Alfaro- Facilities Manager Emergencies Only John Berardi - Music Director jberardi@olopdarien.org SCHOOL WEBSITE: Anthony Wilkinson Principal awilkinson@olopdarien.org Secretaries Eileen Gray-egray@olopdarien.org Bridget Lilja-blilja@olopdarien.org PARISH WEBSITE PARISH COUNCIL parishcouncil@olopdarien.org DIOCESE OF JOLIET WEBSITE EUCHARISTIC LITURGY SCHEDULE Saturday Evening Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday: 7:00, 8:30, 10:15 AM & 12:00 Noon & 6:30PM Morning Mass: Monday-Saturday 7:30 AM HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION Vigil Mass (Evening before Holy Day) 7:00 PM Holy Day: 7:30 & 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM CONFESSIONS Immediately Following Saturday Morning Mass EUCHARISTIC ADORATION First Fridays from 1:00-9:00 PM *unless otherwise noted PARISH REGISTRATION Visit on-line: Click On: Welcome & Registration Or Call Office: Ext. 17 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Jeanne Waliczek Coordinator jwaliczek@olopdarien.org Bernadette LaPapa -RE Admin. Assistant blapapa@olopdarien.org Dc. Larry Fudacz RCIA & Marriage Prep Ext. 20 lfudacz@olopdarien.org Rissa Loucks - Youth Ministry Coordinator rloucks@olopdarien.org SCHOOL FAX BUSINESS OFICE FAX To schedule an Anointing of the Sick or a priest visit only, please call our answering service at Calls will be returned in a timely manner, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 9:30 PM, based on priest availability, and arrangements will be made to assist your request. No other calls will be handled by this service. Thank You. MARRIAGE: Our Parish is a wonderful setting to celebrate your Sacrament of Marriage. Couples must make arrangements at least 1 year before your proposed wedding date to allow for ample time for Marriage Prep. Please contact Deacon Larry Fudacz at Ext. 20. BAPTISM: Baptisms are celebrated on the second and on the fourth Sunday of each month immediately following the 12 Noon Mass. We ask that the parents be registered members of the parish. First time parents must attend one hour (plus) of Pre-Baptismal instruction held on 2nd or 3rd Tuesdays of February, April, June, August, October and December at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Hall. The Pre-Baptismal class may be taken before the birth of the child. Please contact Deacon Frank Vonesh for more information at EUCHARISTIC HOME AND HOSPITAL VISITATION MINISTRY: Our PASTORAL CARE MINISTERS are available to bring Communion to Shut-Ins at home, in hospitals and nursing homes. Request CARDS for PASTORAL CARE VISITS can be found in the Church Lobby and may be placed in the weekend collection basket OR, please contact Deacon Pat Kenny at Ext. 19.