BE THANKFUL. 4 Parish School. 5 Festival Chorus Flier. 6 Youth Ministry. 7 St. Cletus School Events. 8 Religious Education

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1 ST. CLETUS CHURCH 600 W. 55TH ST. LA GRANGE, IL NOVEMBER 22, 2015 FEAST OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST THE KING ADVENT 2015 BE THANKFUL Next Sunday we begin again with the First Sunday of Advent. May we walk together throughout Advent on the path that will lead us directly to Jesus the Christ. Let us use this holy Advent journey as a me to personally invite someone we know back to church. THANKSGIVING 2015 Please join us for our annual Thanksgiving Day Liturgy on November 26, at 9:00 a.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to gather together as a grateful family of faith and thank God for our many blessings. It is a beau ful tradi on here at St. Cletus that recognizes God s generous care and love for each of us within our parish community. We offer thanks and praise to God on this very special day and ask for His con nued blessings to all in our faith community. Happy Thanksgiving to All, Frs. Bob, Ken, Lorenzo and the Parish Staff MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOV. 22: Nov. 26: NOV. 29: DEC. 1: DEC. 4: 4pm Festival Chorus and Orchestra Concert BRAHMS "A GERMAN REQUIEM (Concert is Free) 9am Thanksgiving Mass 1st Sunday of Advent 6:30pm & 8pm LTHS Fanfares and Carols Concert 7pm St. Cletus School FSA Vendor Fair DEC. 8: 10am Eucharistic Adoration (note move from 12/1) Dec. 11: Dec. 14: 7pm Taizé Prayer Service 7pm Advent Parish Reconciliation Service 4 Parish School 5 Festival Chorus Flier 6 Youth Ministry 7 St. Cletus School Events 8 Religious Education 9 Other Ministry News 10 Social Concerns 12 Community Bulletin Board 13 Week at a Glance 13 Weekly Stewardship Report 14 Parish Information

2 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 2 Mass Intentions for the Week of November 23 November 30, 2015 Day Presider Time Intentions Monday Fr. Gamboa 8:00 a.m. Adam & Marie Pietrzak, Pauline Passardi, Chester and Anne Koziol Tuesday Fr. Baker 8:00 a.m. Tom Byrd Wednesday Fr. Clark 8:00 a.m. George H. Burns, Jr. Thursday Fr. Clark, 9:00 a.m. Bob Soldat, Florence C. Wiencek, Michael A. Wiencek, Laura Wiencek, Albert Associates and Wiencek, Marco and Emilia Rattin, Gene Kennedy, Bernie Casella, Deacons Jozef and James Slowik Friday Fr. Gamboa 8:00 a.m. Jacqueline Rybacki, Erik Geyer Saturday Sunday (Subject to change) Fr. Baker Fr. Gamboa Fr. Clark Fr. Gamboa Fr. Baker Fr. Clark Bishop Rojas 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Tim and Ronald Wojtecki, Frank Baggio Georgia Popp, Joseph L. Naponiello, Benjamin Patrick Hyink, Mary Sawa Mark Joseph Callaghan, Karen Loch, George Duda, Pauline Passardi Rick Walsh, Mary Lestarczyk, William Tomsovic Frances and Albert Jachimek, Gaetano Ricci, Dolores Wouk Catherine Mlot, Joseph Ramano, Gene Kennedy, Florence and William Celmer Sr., William Celmer Jr. Maria Guadalupe C de Almendarez, Damaso Almendarez, Harold and Helen Janecek Thanksgiving Day Mass Join us Thanksgiving at 9 a.m. All parishioners, family and friends are invited to gather and celebrate the Eucharist at St. Cletus Thanksgiving morning at 9 a.m. Mass. NOV TH PARISH FACILITIES CLOSED In observance of Thanksgiving all facilities will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday after the 8:00 a.m. Mass Thursday after the 9:00 a.m. Mass Friday after the 8:00 a.m. Mass The Rectory Office will reopen on Saturday, November 28, at 9:00 a.m. CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN COLLECTION FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT The Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) provides funding for groups that make lasting change and uplift the poor in the United States. Help us continue to defend human dignity and aid those living on the margins of society. Please give generously to the CCHD Collection. Envelopes are available in the pews. PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED AND THEIR FAMILIES Loretta Michaels Mother of Cheryl Scouffas May they rest in peace. Amen. PLEASE REMEMBER OUR SICK IN YOUR PRAYERS: Carol Piccolo, Pat Harris, Eleanor Brousil, Patricia Niwa, Allie DeRivera, Don King, Carmen Rodriguez, Tom Wolak, Christine Bell, Jenna Zimmerman, Rachel Lipman, Mauricio Aguilar, Patricia Krieger, Brian Cabral, Fernando Cabral, Enrique Pacheco, Alexandra DeRivera, Steve Woynicki, Irina Fursman, Linda Mantey, Marshall Johnson, Diane Bridges, Catherine McCord, Nancy Gibson, Jean Weekly, Peter D. Rivera, Gerda E. Dorso, Judy Duque, Carolyn Sharpe, Joanne Stevens, Linda McMahon, Roy Jenkinson, Erin Lively, Bruce Byrne, Ed Barnicle, Glen Peters, Emily Ann Dziedzic, Collette Grisko-Dote, Dave McCoy, LaVerne Gill, Richard Rottinger, Ed Vokurka, Sr., Joyce Arnold, Jackie Schickel, Loretta Johncola, Denise Rowalka, Sharon Mylan, Mary Jamrozik, Shellye Bolton, Emily Devine, John Duda, Marilyn Matesevac. Also pray for our parishioners who are in nursing homes or are homebound unable to attend Mass. ADVENT PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE Monday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m. Our Parish Forgiveness Service will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Monday, Dec. 14th, at 7:00 p.m. in the church. Please join us!

3 Page 3 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King November 22, 2015 Notes from Fr. Bob... FEAST OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST THE KING Today we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King and the end of our liturgical year. I do not know about you, but it is hard for me to believe that another year has come and gone. I have heard that it is a sign of getting older when you start to notice that more and more time seems to just fly by. Maybe it is a sign that, through age, wisdom helps us to recognize that time in this world is relatively short for all of us. The readings today remind us that in the end Christ will return with great power and glory and we will stand before the throne of justice. We do not know the day or the hour. The question for you and I as we conclude this liturgical year is if the Lord returned today at this hour would he find us ready? Have we used this time well? Have we been faith followers of His Gospel message? Have we been instruments of His peace? Have we truly loved one another? Would He recognize Himself in us? As we celebrate this great feast and conclude this liturgical year let us pray that we, a followers of Christ, live each minute and each hour as if it were our last. Let us recommit ourselves this minute, this hour, this day, this new liturgical year to truly be Christ to one another. Indeed Christ is truly their King who lives and reigns forever and ever. Amen. THANKSGIVING 2015 Thank you for the prayers and support that all St. Cletus parishioners provide to our parish. I hope you will join us on Thursday, November 26th at 9:00 a.m. for our Thanksgiving Day Liturgy. Fr. Bob Clark A MESSAGE FROM ST. CLETUS SCHOOL In Thanksgiving we acknowledge and appreciate all of our school and parish families: St. Cletus parents and guardians, who are committed to developing their children's spiritual growth and academic excellence; St. Cletus students who attend our school, acquire healthy study habits, and work hard each day to cultivate their faith, discover their gifts, and expand their knowledge; St. Cletus enrolled families, financial supporters, and contributing benefactors who give so generously to our school; and St. Cletus School volunteers who kindly assist our teachers and staff and manage a variety of extracurricular programs for our students' enjoyment and personal growth. Thank You and Happy Thanksgiving!

4 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 4 Parish School DATES TO REMEMBER Shop with Scrip Cash & Carry after masses... Nov St. Cletus FSA Book Fair... Nov St. Cletus FSA Vendor Fair... Dec. 4 FOR INFORMATION OR TO SCHEDULE A TOUR Jolene Hillgoth, President Lauren Lewandowski, Principal (708) (708) jhillgoth@stcletusparish.com llewandowski@stcletusparish.com Veteran s Day Mass St. Cletus School s National Junior Honor Society helped host a Mass to honor Veterans Day. Special thanks to the veterans in attendance and the school band under the direction of Mr. Enns for playing The Star Spangled Banner as we raised the flag after Mass. Kindergarteners Count their Blessings Our kindergarteners are counting their blessings this Thanksgiving. In class, each child is writing a blessing or something he/she is thankful for on a feather. These feathers are being added to our kindergarten turkey. The students are excited to watch the birds plumage grow as we approach the holiday. Tackling Tough Subjects Through Books Our 6th-graders have completed their unit on the novel, Wonder. Hopefully the lessons in choosing kind will continue to guide everyone. This novel was well-received by all and an early highlight to this school year. As a treat for all of their hard work, students are looking forward to reading, The Julian s Chapter. This short story centers on the life of the bully from Wonder and students gain perspective as they discover insight into this character. Tyler s Legacy St. Cletus graduate Michael Fanta chose to collect items for the Treasure Chest Foundation as part of his Eagle Project. The collection boxes were stationed around the community to collect items for children that are fighting cancer. The boxes were filled with hats, scarves, ear buds, socks, books, DVDs, ball caps, toys, and gift cards. A number of current students that are Boy Scouts helped sort and present the items to the very grateful Treasure Chest Foundation.

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6 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 6 Youth Ministry KAIROS #21 Thank you for remembering us in your prayers while we were on our retreat November 5 th 8 th. It was awesome to feel the Holy Spirit surrounding us in such a special way! TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED In December, we will need volunteers to assist with our parish Giving Tree on December 12 th and 13 th before an and after Masses. Please contact Elizabeth to sign up for a shift. This can be a meaningful way to keep the holiday busy-ness in perspective! ADVENT PRAYER FOR TEENS Please join us on Thursday, December 10 th at 7pm in room 200 to prepare yourself for Christmas. Take a break from end-of-semester projects to get some important time to pray and reflect. Bring a friend! STAY UP-TO-DATE ON OUR ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS Like St. Cletus Youth Ministry on Facebook! You can find us at stcletusyouth. TEEN ADVISORY BOARD We will meet again to discuss upcoming socials and service projects including our mission trip this summer! Join us to learn more and offer input on Wednesday, December 2nd 7-8 pm in Room 200. Contact Elizabeth Tomasek at etomasek@stcletusparish.com or (708) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27 TH 10 AM - 2 PM Men in the Archdiocese of Chicago, ages 16-35, are invited to attend this exciting vocation event. At Mundelein Seminary hosted by Most Reverend George J. Rassas and Very Reverend John F. Kartje, Rector of Mundelein Seminary. Come learn more about the priesthood and how to discern God s call. For event information and registration, visit:

7 Page 7 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King November 22, 2015 St. Cletus School FSA Vendor Fair Friday, Dec. 4 th 7-10pm Come out for a fun evening of shopping and socializing with your friends. There will be various vendors on site selling products for immediate purchase. Just think, you may be able to finish your Christmas Shopping all in one place! (Admission is $5 per person. 21+ to enter. ) Check out our vendor list below: St Cletus School Spirit Wear 10th Avenue Tea Avon Barefoot Books Handmade Beaded Jewelry Cherry Pit Packs Cleo Boutique Curvey Cuties Closet Crochet Items Decorated Glass Blocks Dottera Essential Oils Flat Bottom Pretzels Get in Shape for Women Green It Up Gift Shop Jamberry Nails Jems for Jackie (Glass Jewelry/Gifts) LuLa Roe Clothing Magnolia & Vine Jewelry Mercedes Crafts Mixed Bags Olivaceto LLC Origami Owl Pampered Chef Paparazzi Accessories Partylite Pink Zebra Premier Design Jewelry Rodan and Fields Scentsy Snap to it Fashionable Jewelry Starlight T-Shirts Styledots Interchangeable Jewelry Tastefully Simple Team Beach Body Trish s Tasty Treats Tupperware Tutus and Bows Usbourne Books Wallets, Perfume, Boots, Makeup Wildtree Ycart Reseller of Rada Cutlery Young Living Essential Oils Younique 3D+ Mascara/Makeup And More! ST. CLETUS SCHOOL FSA ANNUAL BOOK FAIR NOVEMBER 22-24, 2015 Warm Up With A Good Book! November 22nd 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. November 23rd 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. November 24th 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Come find some new good books for yourself or get a heads up on Christmas shopping at the St. Cletus Book Fair. Books are available for adults and children! You can also order books online at all year long and proceeds will go to St. Cletus. Author Presentation Come and introduce your youngsters to a real author! Author Florence Romano is presenting today, Sunday, November 22nd, at 4:00 p.m. in Morrissey Hall. She is the author of Nanny and Me and a graduate of St. Isaac Jogues in Hinsdale. The St. Cletus Book Fair is open to everyone, please join us!

8 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 8 Religious Education VISUALIZING THE POWER OF GOD S FORGIVENESS The children in RE have been preparing for Reconciliation which grades 3-8 will celebrate on Nov. 30th, as we enter the season of Advent. The 2 nd graders and Special Sacraments class have also been learning about the power of God s forgiveness in our lives. A couple of activities were used to visually demonstrate this truth. The full jug/ empty jug activity provided children the experience of the feeling we have when we carry sin around with us a heaviness that weighs us down. The empty jug represented the light feeling we have after receiving the sacrament of Reconciliation. Using a banana, the children saw that after eating a few bites and trying to wrap it up to save it for later, it s appearance changed and did not look the same. When we sin, we peel away a part of ourselves and it is difficult to fix it so that it looks the same as before. It is when God is involved, that our sins are forgiven and our original beauty is restored and we are made new again. It is what Jesus does for us in the sacrament of Reconciliation. THANKSGIVING SPIRIT In the spirit of Thanksgiving, many of our 3 rd and 4 th graders made cards offering prayers, good wishes, and even a few jokes to bring a smile to our homebound and nursing home parishioners. Parents of children receiving Reconciliation for the first time attended a meeting with presentations by Fr. Ken and Fr. Lorenzo. The importance of parental example and involvement in their children s preparation and participation of all the sacraments was emphasized. Student volunteers in the junior high of both the school and RE will be changing the missalettes in church, Friday, Nov. 27 th in anticipation of the new liturgical year which begins on the First Sunday of Advent vigil, Nov. 28 th and Nov. 29 th. As we will entering cycle C of the gospels, we will be listening to the Gospel of Luke, who is concerned with expressing the mercy and compassion of Jesus, the importance of prayer, and the role of a disciple as a follower of Jesus. These themes are especially fitting as Pope Francis has declared this new year as the Year of Mercy. Please look for on-going observances and information in the Canticle. St. Cletus Parish Preferred Partners

9 Page 9 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King November 22, 2015 Other Ministry Notes PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE Monday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m. Join us for an opportunity to be graced by God s peace and extend it to others through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Our Parish Forgiveness Service will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Monday, December 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the church. Advent is a time to mend quarrels, to forgive those who have hurt us, and to pray for peace. SHOPWITHSCRIP : GIFT CARDS FOR EDUCATION Cash and Carry Nov. 21 & 22, Dec. 5 & 6, and Dec. 19 & 20! Shop With Scrip, formerly known as MANNA, buys gift cards from vendors who sell them to us at a percent discount. We then sell them at face value. Half of the proceeds helps our school, the rest you can apply to tuition at St. Cletus School, St. Cletus Religious Ed, or any participating Catholic high school/college! For more Information or to order online visit Please contact Lupe McKeehan with any questions at (312) or gm_mckeehan@yahoo.com or stop by our table in the narthex after masses this weekend. Buy your stocking stuffers and Christmas gift cards through us! ST. CLETUS BOOK CLUB Our next meeting will be on December 8th, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the school. We will discuss "The Language of Flowers" by Vanessa Diffenbauch. All interested participants are welcome. DINING FOR DOLLARS AT WENDY'S Tuesday, December 8th 5-8pm at the Wendy s in Countryside. Look for the flyer in Dec. 6th Canticle. HOLY NAME SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY The Annual Usher Christmas party will be held on Friday, December 4th at JC s Pub. Ushers, Counters, Greeters and Rectory Staff are free. Spouses or Guests are $20 per person. Cocktail Hour 6-7pm, Dinner at 7pm. Please bring a gift for the Raffle. Sign up sheet in the Usher Room. Thank you and have a great holiday! HOLY NAME SOCIETY TURKEY RAFFLE WORD OF LIFE Thank you for all who purchased the Hank Maday Turkey Tickets. The lucky number was 9. All turkeys may be picked up on Sunday 11/22 from 2-4 p.m. in front of Morrissey Hall. If we ask him, Jesus will be with us every step of the way, giving us the grace we need. And his plans are wildly more fulfilling than we can imagine. USCCB Respect Life Program Love, Sex, & Sterilization KOLBE HOUSE JAIL MINISTRY THE DEACON S WIFE IS COLLECTING STAMPS AGAIN! Once again I'm collecting stamps for the Kolbe House Catholic Jail Ministry. These are to be used for the Christmas Card mailings from Detainees to their families. As many of you know I serve as a Catholic Minister for the Kolbe House Jail Ministry at Cook County. In an effort to keep the detainees connected to their families, Kolbe House is again asking for postage stamps to be used for the detainees Christmas greetings to their families. This annual effort this year is looking to collect 7,000 first class stamps. If you would like to donate stamps in any denomination (1 cent up to first class postage) please put them in an envelope and drop them off at the rectory marked "Kolbe House Stamps - c/o Marlene". Thank You on behalf of the detainees at Cook and Lake county jails and the staff and ministers of Kolbe House. -God Bless You all - Marlene SUPPORT ST. CLETUS CHURCH WITH AMAZONSMILE AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization. On your first visit to AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), you need to select a charitable organization to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. We hope you will choose St. Cletus Church. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation.

10 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 10 Social Concerns Ministry Food Pantry Needs Most needed at this time: Pasta & sauce Paper goods* Coffee/tea/hot cocoa mix* Cooking oil* Baking mix* Cookies* Diced tomatoes Mac & cheese (*Items for Christmas bags) Donations can be dropped off before or after masses or anytime daily between 7:45 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. If you have questions or would like to volunteer with the Social Concerns Ministry contact Kendall Grant (708) FOOD PANTRY UPDATE The November food pantry distribution reached 302 households and 1,100 individuals in our community! Thanks to all who helped donate and especially to our volunteer baggers and distributers. There will be no regular distribution in December because of the Giving Tree and Christmas food baskets. Donations are still needed and will continue to be collected though! TURKEY BUCKS This month when you do your grocery shopping at the Jewel store across the street from St. Cletus, please remember to tell your cashier that you would like to help St. Cletus Food Pantry by purchasing $1, $5, or $10 in Jewel Turkey Bucks. Your thoughtful donation will help bring a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to a family in our community that otherwise may have gone without. Thank you! GIVING TREE The branches of our Giving Trees are still holding many opportunities for you to reach out during this special, holy season, to lend a helping hand to someone less fortunate in our community. Please remember, each tag represents a real person. When you take a tag from the tree, you are making a commitment to that person, and to returning your gift(s) on time. PURPLE TAGS (gifts): Choose the gifts you wish to purchase, keeping in mind that the items listed on the tag are part of a wish GIFTS list. You need not purchase every item on the list. Gifts are to be returned before/after Masses the weekend of December FOOD BASKETS RED TAGS (food baskets): Tags include a suggested list for the contents of a Christmas season food basket for the families using our food pantry and others struggling in our community. Food baskets are needed on Sunday, Dec. 20th from 7:30-11 a.m. in Morrissey Hall. Thank you for your continuing generosity to the less fortunate in our community. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the parish website: GIVING TREE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES In an emergency, dial 911, call the National Domestic Violence 24-Hour Hotline at or the local 24 hour hotline for Pillars, found in the box above. You are not alone. Contact Kendall to sign up: Saturday, Dec. 12 th - Sunday, Dec. 13 th (church): Collecting and organizing Giving Tree gifts before and after all the weekend Masses. Sunday, December 13 th 2:00-6:30pm: Sorting gifts in church, loading vans for delivery to St. Agatha s and storing local community gifts in Room th & 8 th graders can come with an adult as a partner. 4:00-8:00pm: We need a handful of vans/suv s and volunteers to deliver gifts to St. Agatha s. (more volunteer opportunities on next page)

11 Page 11 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King November 22, 2015 GIVING TREE VOLUNTEERS (CONTINUED) Sunday, December 20 th (Morrissey Hall): Please Note - 7 th & 8 th graders must come with an adult, or if in a group, 1 adult to every 5 students. Also, it is not necessary to work an entire morning/ afternoon shift, but at least 2 hour shifts please. 7:00am-1:00pm: Giving Tree accepting and organizing food baskets and gifts. 1:00pm-7:00pm: Distribution of food baskets, gifts, and clean up. INTERFAITH CAREER NETWORK NEWS Attaining and Retaining Employee Referrals Join us on Thursday, December 3 from 7-9 pm and discover the importance of having employee referrals as part of your current and future job search. Our speaker, Robert Rosell, will walk you through all the steps from start to finish in preparing to find, searching and selecting potential referrals, writing introduction messages and what to say to a potential employee referral. You'll also learn how to find employee referrals using two virtually unknown free LinkedIn features. Interestingly, Bob landed his current position at Electro-Motive Diesel through several management referrals from employees he helped place there and who he had previously worked with at another company. Lesson learned - more people are landing jobs today through employee referrals compared to just a few years ago. For more detailed career and biography information about Bob, go to This meeting is open to everyone and there is no cost to attend. We look forward to seeing you in Room 201. Look for the ICN sign outside and use the flag pole entrance. Career Resource Center Join us on Wednesday, December 2 from 7-9pm. The CRC is a volunteer staffed resource where job seekers receive assistance with internet usage, resume/cover letter preparation and electronic job search skills including LinkedIn...a powerful tool that will help energize your job search. These services are available at no cost on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month in the First Baptist Church of La Grange, 20 N. Ashland Avenue (across from the west side of the La Grange Post Office). No appointment is needed. Just ring the doorbell at the Ashland Avenue entrance; we're here to help you. HONORING WWII VETERANS Do you know a World War II veteran who has not yet received his or her well-earned day of honor in Washington, D.C.? If so, now s the time to act. Honor Flight Chicago provides America s most senior heroes with free trips to our nation s capital for an unforgettable day of remembrance and appreciation. Please visit honorflightchicago.org or call VETS (8387) for more information and a veteran application. We all know that freedom isn t free. But this day of gratitude is. SERVICE OPPORTUNITY AARP TAX-AIDE PROGRAM Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your community? The AARP Tax-Aide Program is now seeking volunteers for the upcoming 2016 tax filing season. To volunteer, it is not necessary for you to be an AARP member or to have a tax or accounting background you just need a desire to help. However, some knowledge of your own personal tax matters is very helpful. All returns are prepared on computers; thus, volunteers should be somewhat computer literate. Training classes will be held in January This income tax preparation and assistance is offered to low and middle income individuals, with special attention to those 60 years and older. To volunteer, visit the aarp.org/taxaide website or contact parishioner, John Wagner, at for further details. CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT In his address at Madison Square Garden, Pope Francis told us, In big cities...so many faces pass by unnoticed because they have no right to be there.they are the foreigners, the children who go without schooling, those deprived of medical insurance, the homeless, the forgotten elderly. These people stand at the edges of our great avenues, in our streets, in deafening anonymity. They become part of an urban landscape which is more and more taken for granted, in our eyes, and especially in our hearts. Pope Francis calls us to change this reality for our marginalized brothers and sisters, who cannot live in dignity when they are ignored by society and the law. The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) seeks to provide everyone a place at the table by promoting a more just society where all can participate. We fund organizations in your neighborhood that work to enable the poor to have a voice in their communities. As our collection weekend comes to a close, we extend our deepest gratitude to you and your families for all of your generous donations. On behalf of CCHD and all of the remarkable grantees, we send many thanks and blessings to you and your loved ones during this holiday season. With our continual collaboration and efforts, we become one step closer to building a better Chicago.

12 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 12 Community Bulletin Board ADOLF FUNERAL HOME HOLIDAY MEMORIAL CANDLE LIGHTING SERVICE The upcoming days hold many expectations, emotions and experiences. Please be with us during this very important time of the year for a special time of remembrance, and to light your candle. Family and friends are most welcome. Saturday, December 5, :00 p.m. Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd St. Madison St., Willowbrook. For reservations please call WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Jesus came into the world to testify to the truth. If we belong to the truth we will listen to His voice. Are you listening to His voice and letting Him lead and guide you in all areas of your life? The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are December 11-13, 2015 or February 12-14, 2016 or April 8-10, 2016, all at Elk Grove Village, IL. Early registration is highly recommended. For reservations/information, call Jim & Kris at or contact us through SCSG DECEMBER EVENTS Suburban Catholic Singles Group (SCSG) Multi Parish Ministry for singles in their 40 s and 50 s Sunday, 12/13 - Join us for 11am Mass at St. Barbara's Parish, 4008 Prairie Ave., in Brookfield. Afterwards, is our Christmas Luncheon, 12:30pm, at Irish Times, The Cottage, 8869 Burlington Ave, in Brookfield. Cost is $28 (tax and tip included). Cash Bar. RSVP required by 12/6 if attending. Saturday, 12/19 - Join us for 6pm Dinner at Maya Del Sol, 144 S Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park. Afterwards, the William Ferris Chorale Concert 8:00pm, at St. Edmund Parish, 188 S. Oak Park Ave., in Oak Park. This concert is free, each person will pay for their restaurant tab. RSVP required by 12/16 if attending. Above events are subject to change. You can contact us at singlesadmin@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook Suburban Catholic Singles SPIRITO! SINGERS Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 3:00 pm at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst, IL. Reserved seating tickets are $23 and can be purchased at or by calling WE-SING. Come out and enjoy the beautiful voices of over 225 Spirito! Singers. MAYSLAKE MINISTRIES Autumn Tea Tuesday, November 24th 1-3pm $20 Traditionally, the Tuesday before Thanksgiving is a time for women to gather, letting go of the holiday preparation and focus on our own spirit of gratitude. Join us for a cup of tea and a serving of gratitude led by Dr. Jill Bates, Mayslake spiritual director. Opening New Doors On Our Journey December 1st and 3rd 7-9pm $35 for both Explore the mysterious ways God works in our lives with Mayslake spiritual director, Dr. Barbara Jarvis-Pauls. This two-part interactive program is designed to help you deepen your faith. Mayslake Ministries 718 Ogden Ave., Ste 200 Downers Grove, IL WORKSHOP AT QUEEN OF PEACE GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Math and Science) Girls in 6th through 8th grade are invited to join us on December 5th from 8:30am - 11:30pm as we bring science to life! Hands-on workshops and experiments, parent/student challenge, a STEM Career Expo, awards, raffles and more. To register please visit or contact Aubrie Rizzo at Spots fill up quickly so register today! HITZEMAN FUNERAL HOME, LTD. HOLIDAY REMEMBRANCE EVENT Saturday, December 5th, 2015 from 3 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. Hitzeman Funeral Home would like to extend an invitation for those of you who have experienced a loss of a loved one this year. This event will be an interactive session of reflection and hope. Seats are limited, please call Hitzeman Funeral Home 9445 West 31st St. Brookfield, IL Under the artistic direction of Molly Lindberg, Spirito! Singers will be performing their Winter Concert, Joyeux Noël, on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 7:00 pm and

13 Page 13 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King November 22, 2015 Week At A Glance C Church S School (Education Building) Narthex Church Vestibule RB Rectory Basement MH Morrissey Hall DAY/DATE TIME LOCATION EVENT Sunday, November 22 All Masses All Masses 2:00-4:00pm 3:30-5:30pm 4:00pm Front Lawn Narthex MH MH Church Cub Scout Pack 83 Wreath Sales ShopwithScrip Cash & Carry Holy Name Society Turkey Raffle Distribution St. Cletus FSA Book Fair - Open to the Public Festival Chorus Concert Monday, November 23 8:00am-1:00pm MH St. Cletus FSA Book Fair - Open to the Public Tuesday, November 24 Wednesday, November 25 8:00am-8:00pm 9:00am 12:30-7:30pm 3:000-8:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm MH Church School MH Lobby Church Rectory St. Cletus FSA Book Fair - Open to the Public School Thanksgiving Prayer Service Parent Teacher Conferences ShopwithScrip Cash & Carry Combined Choir Rehearsal RCIA ALL Campus facilities closed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass Thursday, November 26 9:00am Church Thanksgiving Day Mass ALL Campus facilities closed after the 9:00 a.m. Mass Friday, November 27 Saturday, November 28 2:00pm S Rm 98 Reception for Bishop Rojas ALL Campus facilities closed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass Sunday, November 29 2:00pm Front Lawn Girl Scout and Cub Scout Tree Trimming Stewardship Report ST. CLETUS ONLINE GIVING DONATIONS MADE EASY We encourage you to make online donations by logging onto our website, and click on the Donate button and register using your checking account, debit card or credit card. Questions? Call Mary Zwolinski at the rectory, (708)

14 November 22, 2015 Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Page 14 St. Cletus Parish Information CONTACT US Rectory (708) Español (708) School (708) RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Saturday: Sunday: MASSES Saturday Evening: Sunday: Weekdays: Evening before Holy Day: Holy Day: CONFESSIONS stcletuschurch 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) Mon. thru Sat. 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m., 8:00 a.m. Confessions every Saturday: 4:15-4:45 p.m. BAPTISMS 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. Parents must be registered parishioners and attend the Baptism Preparation class. Please make arrangements by calling the Rectory office. WEDDINGS Dates and times are reserved for registered parishioners. Initial arrangements must be completed five months in advance of the wedding date. HOME/HOSPITAL VISITATION AND COMMUNION CALLS Please contact the Ministry of Care office ( ). EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND BENEDICTION Adoration begins following the 8:00 a.m. Mass and continues during the day until 6:15pm the first Tuesday of the month. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed at 6:15 p.m. followed by Benediction. PARISH MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS Mission Statement: St. Cletus is a dynamic Catholic community dedicated to spreading the Good news of Jesus Christ through worship, education, and service. Vision Statement: We welcome all. We encourage all parishioners to live the Gospel message of Jesus Christ in their daily lives, by sharing their talents and faith with our parish and community. STAFF PARISH STAFF REV. ROBERT CLARK, Pastor REV. KENNETH BAKER, Associate Pastor REV. LORENZO GAMBOA, Associate Pastor REV. RON ANGLIM, Weekend Associate REV. MR. JESÚS & SILVIA CASAS, Deacon Couple REV. MR. STUART & MARLENE HEYES, Deacon Couple PASTORAL STAFF Fr. Ken Baker/Paulette Bolton, Worship (708) Larry LaLonde, Music Ministry (708) Deacon Jesús Casas, Hispanic Ministry (708) Elizabeth Tomasek, Youth Ministry (708) Kendall Grant, Social Concerns (708) Deacon Stuart Heyes, Ministry of Care (708) Debbie Lestarczyk, Business Manager (708) Christopher Wagner, Technology (708) SCHOOL STAFF (708) Jolene Hillgoth, President Lauren Lewandowski, Principal Mary Lee Krieger, Administrative Assistant Jeannie Scalzitti, Receptionist/Office Assistant RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STAFF (708) Paulette Bolton, Director of Parish Catechesis/Formation Barb Campbell, Administrative Assistant RECTORY STAFF (708) Bobbie Kallal, Human Resources/Records Mary Zwolinski, Parish Accounting Elizabeth Goellner-McLean, Bulletin Editor ST. CLETUS SCHOOL BOARD Fr. Bob Clark Pastor Jolene Hillgoth President Lauren Lewandowski Principal Eileen Dorchinecz Chairperson Ron Skrip Vice Chairperson John Rossmiller Secretary Doug Rausch Finance Development, Marketing & Alumni Chris McLean Mike Pusatera Zlata Kozul-Naumovski Scott Aulinskis Ann Foley Patrick Townsend Jodie Pulciani Liaisons Nikki Gorman FSA President Brendan Foley Athletic Assoc President PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL Pastor: Chairperson: Vice-Chairperson: Recording Secretary: School Rep: Director of Parish Catechesis: Staff Rep: Hispanic Ministry: Members: Colleen Hagen Susan Hurley Fr. Bob Clark Jack Fisherkeller Chuck Luna Robbie O Shea Jolene Hillgoth Paulette Bolton Debbie Lestarczyk Luis Lopez Helen McMahon Xavier Polanski Olivia Pach