Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, Pray for us

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1 Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, Pray for us 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time October 20, 2013 Pastoral Staff Pastor Rev. Denis Condon Associate Pastor Rev. Henry Kricek Pastor Emeritus Rev. John Hergenrother Deacon Mr. Kevin Reynolds School Principal Ms. Kelly Zawisza Religious Education Coordinator Ms. Anne Watylyk Youth Minister Mrs. Karyn Miller Business Manager Ms. Lynn Waterloo Music Director Mr. Jim Harrold, Secretary/Bulletin Editor Ms. Maureen Johnson, Spiritual Companion Mrs. Jane Kucera, Parish Council Chair Mr. Steve Swanson, Rectory 1144 Harrison Ave., FAX School 1125 Harrison, LaGrange Park, Religious Education Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Evening: 5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Weekday Masses Monday through Friday at 8:30 a.m. Sacraments and Ministries Reconciliation/Confessions Saturdays 4:00 4:30 p.m. or on request. Baptisms Second Sunday: 12:30 p.m. A baptismal class is necessary prior to scheduling a Baptism. Marriage Contact the rectory six months prior to wedding. Home Communion Visits Deacon Kevin Reynolds, Parish Nurses, Hours as posted in church. New Parishioners Register at the rectory. Website parishoffice@slmparish.org Bulletin Deadline Monday at 10:00 a.m. Traveling? Call or

2 God is good! That s the second part of the core of faith according to Richard Rohr. God is good. While many perceive God as an angry parent bent on thrashing disobedient children, or worse a stern Judge passing sentence, that s nothing more than a projection of ourselves onto God. That s how we act; not God. God works through enticement and transformation from within. True, parents discipline their kids but not with a cat-o-nine tails or a switch, let alone a term in prison. Loving parents seek for their kids to grow, to transform from childish ways into good adults. And leaves us with the question, what is good? In St. Mark s Gospel someone addresses Jesus as Good Teacher. Jesus answered them, why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone. (Mk 10:17-18) While Philosophers over the centuries have tried to define good, resulting in a number of different understandings of that concept, Jesus answer puts it plain and simple: God alone is good. If the Lord is correct (and he usually is), then we need to look to God to find out what good looks like. Like last week when I wrote about God is God, to begin to find out what good is we need to go back to Genesis. In the first creation story there s a refrain that appears as God is creating the world: and God saw that it was good. After creating humans it reads, and, behold, it was very good. This, I believe, is a starting point. Creation is about bringing things to life. It s all about giving life to the heavens, the earth and all the creatures on the earth including us humans. So good would seem to be connected to giving life. Some theologians argue that giving life is all God does: God brings all things into life from nothing. Even after the Fall, God still gives life to Adam and Eve, albeit very much changed from their original experience of life. He even makes their first set of clothes! God gives life to Cain after he kills Abel by marking him so no one would kill him. God calls Abraham into a new life with him reminiscent of the relationship of God with Adam before the Fall. Of course the Exodus is all about God-given life; forming a people, giving the Torah ( the Law mentioned in the Gospels); leading them to the Promised Land. Throughout the history of ancient Israel, God gave his people life over and over again. And through the Word made flesh God gives salvation (eternal life) to the entire world through forgiveness of sin. Goodness appears to mean life-giving. For us to get a personal understanding of this we need to go back to the day we were created. When the genetic material came together in our mother s womb, I, the person I am today, came to life. If I understand the geneticists correctly, the genetic combination that makes me who I am biologically could have formed a number of different combinations resulting in a very different person. If that were not so, each child born of the same parents would all look the same. Scientist will say this genetic combining is just random. People of faith know it s because God chose to make it so. I am who I am because God chose to make me. God spoke me into life. As I ve mentioned before, all the abilities I have physical or mental come from God. I did not choose them for myself. Neither did I choose my parents, my country or the year I would be born. All this is gift! Even the experiences I have had extended family, friends, schools, opportunities are gifts of God offered for me to expand my knowledge of and living of life, to entice me to transform into a child of God. All is grace; all is gift. Whenever we receive a gift, gratitude urges us to say thank you. Should someone receive a really significant gift (a liver, a kidney, a heart, being grabbed from in front of a speeding car), our gratitude becomes much greater. Well, what about God? From the moment of our conception God has been here the whole time constantly giving to us. Look at a crucifix: God died for us! How do we develop an attitude of gratitude toward God? Mass, the Sacrament of the Eucharist (which means to give thanks ), is one. That s why Mass is an obligation: we owe God thanks. But what about the rest of our lives? How are we the likeness and image of God with the most precious gifts God has given us time, ability and money? To be good means to give life, to be like God. So, how have we given life through the use of these three gifts? That s the gratitude God looks for from us. An attitude of gratitude should be our whole way of living. Dr. Denis October 20, 2013 Page 2

3 Monday, October 21 5:00 p.m. Sports-PC 6:30 p.m. Troop-M Tuesday, October 22 5:00 p.m. Sports-PC 6:00 p.m. Play Practice-C/M/Music Rm. Wednesday, October 23 2:30 p.m. GS/Brownies-M 5:00 p.m. Sports-PC 7:00 p.m. Adoration-CH 7:00 p.m. Spirit & Truth-R 5:00 p.m. Religious Ed Thursday, October 24 4:00 p.m. SPRED-R 5:00 p.m. Haunted House-C 7:00 p.m. 1st Reconciliation Mtg-PC Friday, October 25 5:00 p.m. Sports-PC 5:00 p.m. Haunted House-C 6:30 p.m. One King-M Saturday, October 26 9:00 a.m. Sports-PC 5:00 p.m. Haunted House Closes-C 11:00 p.m. Haunted House Lock-In-C Sunday, October 27 2:00 p.m. Play Practice-PC/M 2:30 p.m. Haunted House Take-Down-C 5:00 p.m. Scout Meeting-M 5:00 p.m. Campaign S/Up-PC 6:00 p.m. BEDS-C 8:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous BAKE SALE BENEFIT DEACON KEVIN REYNOLDS A Bake Sale and raffle to benefit Deacon Kevin Reynolds will be held at St. Barbara Parish Center after all Masses on November 2/3. Mass times: Saturday-5:00 p.m., Sunday-7:30, 9:15, 11:00 am. All proceeds are given to the Reynolds family to offset bills associated with Kevin s bout with cancer. We are asked to support them as they have supported us through their ministries. Call Nancy at for more information. Domestic Violence Awareness Month Does our faith community care enough? Do we have the will to help victims free themselves? 54 million Americans older than 15 report they have been a victim of domestic violence. Only 15% think it is a problem among their friend. 73% of parents with children under the age of 18 said they have not talked with them about domestic violence or sexual assault. Learn about the mission and resources of the Archdiocesan Domestic Abuse Outreach program by logging onto Go to Archdiocesan Resources box and select Domestic Violence Committee. If you are a victim or survivor of domestic abuse seeking help, contact: National Hotline: ; (TDD) State of Illinois Helpline: FAITH FORMATION NEWS Faith Formation classes began on September 11. Parents attended the orientation meeting regarding this year s programs. Thank you to all who participated in the first Family Mass hosted by the 7th grades of school and Faith Formation. The next one is October 27 at 9:30 a.m., hosted by the 8th grades. We have begun a Visiting Guardian Angel program. A parent will visit each class on Wednesday evening. To sign up for a date, call the FF office at TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Although the hours of daylight are rapidly dwindling, many people would say that these October days bring the year s most splendid weather. Americans are riders and joggers, not strollers, and so the pleasures of the season are often lost on us. Catholics pile into the car and drive even a short distance to Mass; some even divide the family to participate at different hours. For Jews, the leisurely walk marks a dividing line between hectic life commitments and a day of abundant joy and enrichment. Before we became an automobile culture, Catholics embraced a similar pace, and in most places, walked to church. These Fall days invite us to tap into an old and life-giving tradition. Next week walk to church. If you must drive, park at a good distance and walk the rest of the way. Talk about your life, greet strangers, notice the crunch of leaves under your shoes. You may be surprised at how different Sunday Mass feels when it is framed by leisure. ~James Field, Copyright J.S. Paluch Co. October 20, 2013 Page 3

4 The Holy Name Society-Men s Club Pancake Breakfast is TODAY- October 20 from 8:00 until 11:00 a.m. in the Colonnade Room. Menu: All-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, fresh fruit, beverages. Donations: $5 per person, six years and older with a max of $20 per family unit (including grandparents.) Don t forget!! TODAY-October 20 2:00 p.m. Doors Open at Noon Colonnade Room Raffles...Pull Tabs...Refreshments $2100 CASH PRIZES St. Louise FSA Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 23 from 9-3 FREE ADMISSION We invite all our St. Louise Family& Friends to join us for this great FSA Sponsored Fundraiser. There will be plenty of shopping and other Holiday Cheer! If you or someone you know is a Crafter or Vendor and would like to have a space at this event, contact Nancy Toribio-Blatt at or tribtribe@comcast.net. Over 50 Crafters & Vendors Bag Raffle-$10 gets you tickets from Head-to-Toe plus FREE Goodie Bag. Homemade & hand-packed Cookie Sale $5 per dozen Crafters Café, Serving breakfast & lunch St. Louise Book Fair Photos with Santa from a.m. Tastefully Simple-Origami Owl-Covered in Chocolate Ever Pure Organics Avon Creative Memories Gold Canyon Candles Scentsy Kory s Kandies Longaberger Baskets 31 Bags A variety of handmade Jewelry, Housewares, Gift Baskets, Floral Arrangements, & Holiday Gifts and Décor Plus knit/crochet, Wood Scroll work Beijo handbags Sisters of St. Rogers Abbey French Pastries Pampered Chef Celebrating Home and many more... CWO THANKSGIVING BRUNCH Sunday, November 3 After CWO 9:30 am Mass Tickets will be sold after Masses this weekend and next weekend, Oct. 26/27. Call Kate at or Rose at for tickets. Yearly $10 dues should be sent to Mary Perret, 524 Kemman, LaGrange Park. SUBURBAN CATHOLIC SINGLES GROUP October Events Morton Arboretum, 10/20, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. Carpool from Panera promptly at 12:15 p.m. Lunch at a local restaurant after Arboretum. Unofficial Event, 10/25, Tivoli Theater, 5021 Highland, Downers Grove, midnight show of Young Frankenstein. Haunted Hay Ride, 10/26, Forest View Farms, S. Lockwood, Tinley Park. Dinner at Portillo s, 159th & Harlem. Carpool from Panera, promptly at 4:45 p.m. November Events Veteran s Luncheon, 11/2 at Hines VA-meet at St. Mary s, Riverside, 12 noon. Carpool to Hines. Service event of St. Mary s Volunteer Day. 5:00 p.m. Mass, followed by appreciation pizza dinner. We will serve and socialize with veterans. Lasts until approximately 4:30 p.m. Dinner and Movie, 11/16, Santiago s, 22 Calendar Ct., LaGrange, 5:00 p.m. Movie selection discussed at dinner. Contact: singlesadmin@gmail.com VOCATIONS***Pray persistently and God will respond. Ask God to bless the Church with faith-filled ministers. If you have ever considered a vocation to the priesthood, contact Fr. Francis Bitterman, fbitterman@archchicago.org or at 312/ October 20, 2013 Page 4

5 CUB SCOUT RELIGIOUS EMBLEMS The cornerstone of Scouting is a Duty to God. Promoting Cub Scout religious emblems is a strong tradition at St. Louise where we embrace Scouting as youth ministry. Over 80% of our Scouts have earned the religious emblems for their rank. These family activities promote faith and the Scout s relationship with Jesus and the church community. If your Catholic Cub Scout would like to achieve the Light of Christ (1st/2nd grade) or Parvuli Dei (3rd-5th) grade) emblem, John.Panek@sbcglobal.net for full information. Requirements must be completed by January 1 and your Scout would then receive the emblem at our special Scout Sunday Mass on February 9. TEEN CLUB No Teen Club for eighth grade or high school during October. Help build our Haunted House. DARK NIGHT FALLS Construction on this year s haunted house has begun! Eighth graders must sign up for times; high school students can just show up. Check Teen Club website for times: slmteenclub.weebly.com. Adults are still needed to supervise during construction. Contact Karyn Miller to help no construction experience required! Must be VIRTUS trained and have background check. A Scout is Reverent CWO COAT DRIVE OCTOBER 20 Spread some warmth this winter! Many men, women, and children go through the winter with no winter coats. You can help them by donating your clean, usable coats, jackets, scarves and gloves to the Coat Drive on Sunday, October 20 from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. during the Men s Club Pancake Breakfast in the Colonnade Room. When witches go riding and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, Tis near Halloween. Nazareth Academy Open House Prospective students and families are encouraged to Experience Nazareth at one of our Open Houses: Sunday, November 10, between 12:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or Thursday, December 5, between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. Meet Nazareth students, faculty and staff. Guided tours are provided. Questions about Open House - call TO TEACH WHO CHRIST IS Children and Jr. High Youth: Lunch for the Less Fortunate service project is this Wednesday afternoon/evening. Come pack lunches for those in need. Times are in flyer. RSVP if you haven t already! Remember to bring a juice box to donate. Children s Poster Festival is next weekend. Posters are due in the school/faith formation office by Oct. 23. Celebrate with us at the 9:30 Family Mass on Oct. 27. High school youth needed to minister on youth involvement weekend, Nov Sign up after all Masses next weekend. Thanks to Dr. Elizabeth Hahn for the wonderful St. Louise Steward Ship on the bulletin board in the vestibule. What an awesome artist! ZÉw Éy ytääxç Äxtäxá Äç Çz Ç véäéüxw ÑtààxÜÇá ÉÇ à{x züéâçw? ÉâÜ Ä äxá {täx à {x Ü ÉãÇ ÑtààxÜÇáA Tá ãx áxx à{x ÑtààxÜÇá Éy ÉâÜ ÉãÇ züéãà{? Åtç ãx ÄxtÜÇ yüéå à{xåa October 20, 2013 Page 5

6 October Monday 8:30 - Elaine Furlin, Petrovic & Mehlin families Tuesday, Bl. John Paul II 8:30 - Parishioners Wednesday, St. John of Capistrano 8:30 - June Matheson Thursday, St. Anthony Mary Claret 8:30 - Walter & Esther Bednarz Friday 8:30 - Ken Wood Saturday 5:00 - Josephine Bukowski, Michael & Rosemary Vivona Sunday 7:30 - Ray Szafranski, Marcella Jentzsch, Carlo & Bea Biondini 9:30 - Julia Vaiciulis, Gerald Garvey 11:00 - George Mate, Leonard Lannie & family, Antonio Rovella & family, Maria & Robert Mitre Altar Servers Mon. - Wed., October 21, 22, 23 8:30 - J. Johnson, K. Jarvis Thurs. - Fri., October 24, 25 8:30 - K. Weinert, G. Watylyk Sat., October 26 5:00 - G. Watylyk, B. Ripoli, S. Nolan Sun., October 27 7:30 - A. Copp, B. Copp, L. Dziagwa 9:30 - K. Weinert, C. Melone, M. Melone 11:00 - L. Dunn, D. Hanson, K. Valdez Altar Women Oct. 22-B. Strnad, Oct. 24-F. Johanek, Oct. 25-J. Chenelle Our sympathy to the families of Cassidy Fritsch, Timothy Murphy, Stanislawa Pieciak Presiders October 26 October 27 Confessions - Fr. Denis 7:30 - Fr. Denis 5:00 - Fr. Denis 9:30 - Fr. Denis 11:00 - Fr. Henry Readers October 26 October 27 5:00 - S. Young 7:30-V. Roknic 9:30-B. Prack 11:00-D. Porras/J. Derus Eucharistic Ministers October 26 5:00 - R.&B. Stepina, M. Gyorke, D. Kucera, L. Sroka, N. Stiso, R. Williams October 27 7:30 - F. Johanek, R. Voss, M. Voss, J. Panek, B. Petek, J. Prorok, M. Vavra 9:30 - L. Korenchan, P.&M. Golden, S. Czarnik, L.Boyd, D. Hennet, D. Parcel, M. Sinde, L. Waterloo 11:00 - J. Skowronski, C.&A. Korabik, G.&M. Sapp, J. Hanson, T. Hilger, B. Koll, K. Lifka Wyatt Joseph Adamson Gwendolyn Lark Kapraun Nora Ann Downs Robert Martin Gabriel Liam George Purtell Ava Marie Thomas Remy George Wallish WEEKLY OFFERTORY October 13, 2013 Sunday Collection, This Week: This Year $ 8,700 Last Year $ 9,700 Sunday Collection, Year-to-Date: This Year $ 148,600 Last Year $ 164,700 Year-to-Date Collection Budget $ 155,700 Envelopes Returned, This Week: This Year 381 Last Year 444 October 20, 2013 Page 6

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