FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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1 The Clarion Volume 15, No. 10 FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME February 3, 2019 Our Parish Mission Led by the Spirit, the Catholic community of Saint Anne strives to live the example of Jesus, who said, I came so that you might have life, and have it more abundantly. (John 10:10) Liturgy Schedule Monday-Friday: 8:15 a.m. Saturday: First Saturday: 8:15 a.m. Reconciliation: Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. until all are heard Mass of Anticipation: 5:15 p.m. Sunday: 7:15, 9:00, 11:00 a.m., 5:15 p.m. Saint Anne Catholic Community 120 North Ela Street, Barrington, IL stannebarrington.org

2 Wellstreams Living Waters for the Journey in Faith By Sister Lauretta Leipzig ENCOURAGEMENT St. Paul wrote to the Corinthians: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ the God of all who encourages us so that we might be able to encourage those who are in any affliction with the encouragement with which we are ourselves are encouraged by God. Notice, that Paul, in this short passage, uses the term encourage four times. It must be an important concept for him. It certainly is an important one throughout Scripture. And it should definitely be for us! However, when life is tiring, when we are struggling, when our future is insecure, it is easy to become discouraged or to overlook and disregard the encouragement of God and others in our lives. Discouragement can creep up upon us all, and we can become blind to the abundant comfort God offers us. The result: we harbor ingratitude for the blessings of yesterday, indifference to the opportunities of today and insecurity regarding our strength for tomorrow. In quoting this passage of Paul, we are reminded that Christ is our encouragement and offers us hope and peace in the knowledge that the Lord knows our troubles and has great concern for us. Over 50 years ago, on June 18th, a freak accident occurred on a lake in New York. A speeding motorboat bounced on a wave and shot two passengers into the water a 50-year-old man with a navigation career and a little girl. To keep the girl from drowning, the man held her head above the water while the boat circled back. They rescued the girl but the man, though experienced in his job on the waters, sank and drowned. Time Magazine wrote an article on him at the time of this tragedy. He lived to save others. His death was just the way he would have planned it! His obituary read: always lifting someone up! He spent his life always trying to lift people up. Would that be our legacy? Paul talks in Corinthians about the power of encouragement. The Greek translation of encouragement was to call to one s side, to comfort, to console, to strengthen, to inspire another with courage. The Greek word for encourage is the same one used for the name of Comforter in reference to the Holy Spirit. So when we encourage others, we show that the Spirit really dwells among us, and it is the Spirit working in and through us. Max Lucado, author, speaker and artist, tells about his trip to the United Kingdom. A castle stood in the center of a huge garden, and in the garden was a maze row after row of high hedges with one dead end leading to another. If you were successful in navigating the labyrinth, you would reach the small door to the tall castle tower. When Max became lost in the maze, he heard his daughter call down to him, You ll be okay. Just back up and turn right. She was above in the tower with a better vantage point than he had. Words of encouragement, he says, pointing out the power we have to encourage and guide another s direction. He tells his audiences that we can speak encouraging words that make people better and stronger in many ways. A while back, a daily paper contained strong comments suggesting that there is far too much negativity in our world today, and it is in our power to counteract this situation. The writing was built on the premise that throughout our world, there is a whirlwind of life, trials and triumphs spinning so fast that you forget what day it is, and you can tend to forget the humanity of those closest to you everyone becomes a means to an end. The author asked the question: What if, as Christians, we just took a break from that and tried to lift each other up? There are, thankfully, some ways we might accomplish this. First, we need to express our thankfulness to others more frequently for good service, for assistance given to us, for co-workers, for little kindnesses, for anyone who has been a positive factor in our daily lives. Encouragement is saying with love what a person needs to hear when he or she needs to hear it. Second, we need to make a personal investment in the interests and values of our friends, acquaintances and our loved ones more deliberately. By doing this, we tell them that what they value matters to us as much as what we value ourselves. Third, we need to listen better to the concerns and hardships of others and convince them that we really care. Give them our time to problem solve with them, laugh with them, weep with them. Listen to them! It is important that we take to heart the words of St. Paul. As we live in the strength of God s encouragement, may we also be that comfort and support for our brothers and sisters. Let us allow God s Spirit, his presence and love flow through us and wash encouragement over those around us as we try to be God s hands and feet in this world. Maya Angelou said it so well. People may forget what you said, people may forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel! That s our job to be that encouragement for the world! 2 Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

3 Office of the Pastor STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Weekly Offering for January 27th, 2019 Year to Date Collections People attending weekend Liturgies: 1,662 Sunday Offering Envelopes: 265 Electronic Giving/Direct Debit/Stock Total for the week Total Budget for the week Over/under Budget Year to Date Sunday Collection vs. Budget Year to Date Sunday/Fall Catch-up Year to Date Budget for Sunday Collection Difference $17, $13, $31, $40, $8, $1,246, $1,200, $46, Sharing Parish Commitment: $49, Archdiocesan Required Collections: $31, Thank you for the generous donations of stock and IRA distributions at the end of 2018 and beginning of 2019 that were given as Sunday offerings for the year. It has made a significant difference in our Sunday collection figure. THANK YOU FROM SISTER LAURETTA I feel so blessed in having so many caring and supportive friends at Saint Anne surrounding me at this time. The beautiful cards, thoughtful messages, phone calls, prayers and gift of Masses lightened the loss and reminded me of the special person Sister Anna Marie was to so many of you. I am deeply grateful to the many generous people who visited her during her illness, provided food and were ready to help us in countless ways in the last few months. My thanks to our priests, Fathers Bernie, Joji and Chris, who concelebrated her funeral Mass in Milwaukee and the Memorial Mass here at Saint Anne. A word of appreciation goes to those who inspired us with beautiful music and the Women s Club who served hospitality so graciously as well as all who came to honor Sister at both beautiful celebrations. Finally, I pray that the love and genuine kindness I have experienced will continue to be the hallmark of the people of Saint Anne. Sister Anna Marie is now at peace and resting in the arms of the God she loved and served so faithfully. Always ready to serve you while here on earth, she is now, through her intercession, ready to intercede for each of you in heaven. Some parishioners have mentioned that they have not been receiving notices of upcoming payments for Legacy of Faith pledges, and we are working with the Archdiocese campaign administration office to improve the process. Please note that unless a donor is fulfilling his or her pledge with automatic payments on GiveCentral, the donor should be receiving paper reminders of payments in accordance with the schedule specified by the donor. Some donors making these automatic payments may have received paper notices in the past, but will not receive them going forward. If you have a question about a notice of payment, a tax receipt for a gift made in 2018, a campaign project or any other matter relating to Legacy of Faith, please contact Andrea Wirt, Campaign Coordinator, at or LegacyofFaith@stannebarrington.org. Thank you for your generosity! Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 3

4 GIVECENTRAL ENROLLMENT Enroll online at CREDIT CARD TYPE (Circle): Master Card / Visa / Discover / American Express Card Number: Security Code: (Security Code is 3 non-embossed digits on the back of your card or 4 digits on the front of American Express) Expiration Date: / BANK ACCOUNT: Bank Name: OR (Circle): Checking / Savings Routing Number (Checking): Account Number: Signature: Date: CONTACT INFORMATION (MUST MATCH CREDIT CARD OR BANK ACCOUNT) Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: SUNDAY OFFERING: Payment Amount $ Payment Frequency (Circle): Annual One-time Monthly Weekly OTHER COLLECTIONS TO WHICH YOU CAN DONATE: CHRISTMAS OFFERING: Payment Amount $ Payment Frequency (Circle): Annual One-time EASTER OFFERING: Payment Amount $ Payment Frequency (Circle): Annual One-time OTHER OFFERING: (please name) Payment Amount $ Payment Frequency (Circle): Annual One-time Monthly Weekly WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE A CALL TO ENROLL IN ADDITIONAL EVENTS? (Circle): YES NO Thank you for your generosity and support of Saint Anne Catholic Community. In Christ, Father Bernie Pietrzak 4 Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

5 Saint Anne Catholic Community PARISH EVENTS Monday, February 4th 9:15 a.m. Women s Walking with Purpose Parish Center 9:15 a.m. Women s Scripture Study Parish Center Tuesday, February 5th 1:00 p.m. Scripture School Parish Center 7:00 p.m. Lenten Series #1 of 3 7:00 p.m. Rosary Chapel 7:00 p.m. Scripture School Parish Center Wednesday, February 6th Thursday, February 7th 8:45 a.m. First Thursday Hospitality Gathering Space Friday, February 8th Saturday, February 9th 9:15 a.m. Reconciliation (JD) Chapel Sunday, February 10th, 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time FIRST THURSDAY HOSPITALITY Thursday, February 7th 8:45 10:00 a.m. after 8:15 a.m. Chapel Mass Gathering Space All are welcome! Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 5

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7 Human Concerns 50% off all BLUE TAG and select PURPLE TAG merchandise throughout the store and 50% off all VALENTINE cards, gifts and décor A little effort makes a big difference SHOP, DONATE and VOLUNTEER with House of Hope! SHOP: Proceeds from every purchase help families right here in our community DONATE: The new and gently used items you no longer need are recycled, and hope is restored to those in crisis VOLUNTEER: A little effort makes a very big difference! Schedules are flexible and teens earn service hours. Shop Wednesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Donate Monday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., next door to our store. To volunteer, call Sharon at or srolf@stannebarrington.org. Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 7

8 Human Concerns VALENTINE S DAY FAIR TRADE SALE The Faithjustice Committee will host its annual Valentine s Day Fair Trade Sale, before and after all Masses on Saturday, February 9th and Sunday, February 10th. Bring your shopping list and take advantage of the tasty food items and wonderful handcrafted items made by artisans and farmers fairly compensated for their work. Thank you, as always, for your support. THE COMMUNITY MEAL Wednesday, February 20th Hospitality Room 5:00 7:00 p.m. The February Community Meal will be hosted by the Saint Anne Catholic Community. The following volunteer opportunities are available: Set-up: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Serve: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Clean-up: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call or faithjustice@sbcglobal.net to sign up. SOUP SUPPERS High school teens and adults join the Night Ministry and other youths in reaching out to the less fortunate by serving soup and sandwiches to those who are homeless and those on the verge of homelessness in the South Shore (71st and Jeffrey) area of Chicago. Below is the schedule for making food and serving soup: Wednesday, February 13th Wednesday, February 20th Wednesday, March 13th Wednesday, April 10th Wednesday, April 17th Six teens and two adult chaperones/drivers are needed for each trip. More information is on our website under Faith Formation & Education. Adults and teens interested in serving should register on our website under upcoming registrations. For more information, contact Kim Burns at st.annenightministry@gmail.com or Adult volunteers working with children must be in full compliance with all Protecting God s Children components, including attending VIRTUS training prior to beginning their work. To MAKE SANDWICHES or DONATE FOOD such as fruit, chips and desserts, contact Kim Burns at st.annenightministry@gmail.com or To MAKE SOUP, contact Frances Connors at bob.frances@sbcglobal.net. 8 Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

9 Faith Formation and Education KAIROS FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS FEBRUARY 28TH-MARCH 3RD There are experiences that simply change oneʹs life forever. For over 35 years, teens who have gone on the Kairos retreat have said that it was the definitive experience of their lives. Do you find yourself wondering about what life really means and if there is more to it than what you ve experienced so far? Do you have questions about your Christian faith what it really means? Led by senior teens and adult leaders, we will spend three days exploring these issues. The cost for the retreat is $ which includes 3 nights lodging, meals and materials at Loyola University Retreat & Ecology Center, Woodstock. Limited financial aid is available for parishioners. Registration is on a first-come basis with priority given to parishioners; non-parishioners are welcome to register. Application deadline: Monday, February 4th Register on our website: Upcoming Registrations or under Faith Formation/Youth and Young Adult Ministry/Retreats/Kairos. For more information, contact Michael Hugo at or mhugo@stannebarrington.org or Karen Poglitsch at or kpoglitsch@stannebarrington.org. GETTING FAMILIES INVOLVED IN MASS CELEBRATIONS Families can participate in our Family-ministered Mass in a variety of ways: Proclaim the first reading Read the petitions Place the altar cloth Present the gifts The Family-ministered Mass is a great way to introduce children to the many ways we can all participate in celebrating the liturgy together. The next Family-ministered Mass is Sunday, February 10th, at 9:00 a.m. For more information or to participate, please contact Anne Horwath at anne@strategyskills.com or or Lisa Koehler at lisakoehler32@gmail.com. Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 9

10 Faith Formation and Education LENT IS A GIFT; COME UNWRAP IT WITH US! Lent will soon be upon us. Each day, God wants to transform your life and Lent holds endless possibilities for each of us. Daire Ryan, a consecrated woman and spiritual director, will help us unwrap this sacred time during three one-hour sessions to prepare us for the coming Lenten season. Each session is a valuable opportunity to set aside your daily routine and spend time in conversation with God. To foster a more personal relationship with God, we will engage in prayer experiences, scripture reflection, conversation and reflection on Lenten practices, making personal connections with God and deepening our relationship with Him. Come away with the gift of an experience of God through silence and prayer, along with practical tools to align your daily life more fully with God s loving plan. Monday, February 4th Monday, February 11th and Monday, February 18th 7:00-8:00 p.m. Chapel and Hospitality Room (Look for signs as you enter the church building) Come for one, two or all three sessions! Please register with Carla Czyzewski at cczyzewski@stannebarrington.org or at Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

11 Faith Formation and Education SAINT ANNE PARISH SCHOOL NEWS ONE START TIME, ONE CAMPUS, ONE SOLUTION Kindergarten For a Day Preschool students who are part of Saint Anne Parish School and the surrounding area preschools were invited to spend a morning shadowing in kindergarten! We began our morning with an interactive read aloud where we talked about all the excitement that kindergarten brings! Following the read aloud, the kindergarteners showed the younger students the ropes in our classroom by engaging with them in creating a mosaic cross craft. The younger kiddos then had the opportunity to explore all the different centers in kindergarten, including clay, Math manipulatives and the sensory table. While the students were enjoying the classroom, their parents were invited to a presentation that dove into the kindergarten curriculum. It was such a fun day! Schoolfamilies@stanneschoolbarrington.org A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 11

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13 Community Life NUTRITION WITH RITA FAYCURRY Rita Faycurry is a licensed registered dietitian nutritionist, parishioner and long time member of the Women s Club. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition Science and completed her supervised practice at Dominican University. She has certificates in Weight Management Training Level 1 and 2 by the Commission of Dietetics Registration. Rita will speak to club members on a variety of nutrition and wellbeing practices relating to overall health for your body and mind at all ages. Tuesday, February 12th 7:00 p.m. Hospitality Room Members are kindly requested to bring an appetizer or dessert. Act of Compassion: We will collect donations for the ministry of St. Martin de Porres to purchase computers to provide job training programs for residents SUNDAY HOSPITALITY On Sunday, February 3rd, the Saint Anne School Athletic Board will serve hospitality in the Gathering Space after the 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Masses. The Athletic Board is an active working board made up of parent volunteers who give support and guidance to the School Principal, Pastor and Athletic Director regarding various student-athlete issues. The Athletic Board facilitates the athletic registration process, game and tournament schedule and coaches support. Working under the umbrella of the Saint Anne School Advisory Board, the Athletic Board is also involved in promoting the School and its student athletes, both in the parish and the community at large. Sunday, February 10th Faith Formation Sunday, February 17th Women s Club ACCW/ELCA 30TH ANNUAL LUTHERAN/CATHOLIC DAY OF DIALOGUE AND PRAYER Saturday, March 2nd 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. St. Edna Parish 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights This ecumenical event is in partnership with the women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), during which we come together and host a day of dialogue and prayer to celebrate the covenant. Cost of $20.00 includes lunch. To register, send dietary restrictions, if any, with check payable to ACCW, 3525 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, , before Friday, February 15th. Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 13

14 Community Life Saturday, March 2nd 6:30 p.m. Parish Center Gym ADULTS ONLY HERE S HOW IT WORKS: Gather a team of 10 people (remember, the more brains, the better your chances of winning!) and choose a theme for your table decoration and/or attire creativity counts (for example: sports, movies, favorite decade)! Submit your reservation to the Parish Office: For a REGULAR reserved table, $ total ($35.00/person for a table of 10) For a PREMIUM ʺreserved table with a side table for food/drinks, $ total ($45.00/person for a table of 10) Please note: all tables are provided by Saint Anne On Saturday, March 2nd, bring your own table decorations, food and favorite beverages (alcoholic beverages are permitted) for your table. Tables, chairs, soda and water will be provided. You may enter no earlier than 4:30 p.m. The night will include several rounds of team trivia competition, table decorating and costume competitions, a mini-live auction and a cash raffle Prizes will be awarded to the tables with the Winning Trivia Team, Best Costumes and Best Decorations The Parish Office has begun accepting reservations on a first come, first serve basis. Complete the form below and return with payment as soon as possible. Space is limited, so act quickly! (Please make checks payable to Saint Anne Catholic Community.) For reservation information, contact Stacey Niezyniecki at sniezyniecki@stannebarrington.org or For other questions, contact Tracy Garcia at tracy.garcia@singlepath.com or Andrea Wirt at alhdww@aol.com. SAINT ANNE 2019 TRIVIA NIGHT Choose One: REGULAR TABLE PREMIUM TABLE NAME: Please list the names of all of the people at your table: Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

15 Community Life Poker Group Age Reversing Workout Woodcarving Kennedy Watercolor Workshop Tuesday, February 5th, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Parish Center, Lower Level Tuesday, February 5th, 9:15 a.m. 10:15 a.m., Church, Hospitality Room Wednesday, February 6th, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Parish Center, Lower Level Thursday, February 7th, 10:00 a.m. noon, Parish Center, Upper Level HOLY FAMILY S ONE IN LOVE MINISTRY Panel Presentation Saturday, February 9th 10:00 a.m. Loving God s Creation The Transgender Journey Come and listen to real life stories that will challenge stereotypes, tackle prejudices and promote understanding. All are invited to come for safe and respectful conversation. If you plan to attend, have questions or would like to meet with someone individually, please contact Karen Poglitsch at or kpoglitsch@stannebarrington.org. (R.S.V.P. is appreciated, but not necessary!) Holy Family Catholic Church 2515 Palatine Road, Break out Room 1, #159 Inverness Next Listening Session Saturday, March 9th Throughout the year, One in Love Ministry will host a variety of events to provide education, explore and discuss issues surrounding sexuality, gender and our faith, to listen to our stories and to discover ways to serve our community. SAVE THE DATE! The Saint Anne Young Marrieds Scavenger Hunt Friday, April 5th Are you looking for a night out with your spouse filled with fun and adventure? If so, please sign up for the Fifth Annual Barrington Scavenger Hunt! Teams made up of couples will compete in a challenge involving our local community. Start time is 7:00 p.m., with the hunt beginning at 7:30 p.m., and the winners announced at 9:30 p.m. To R.S.V.P. or if you have any questions, please ymg@stannebarrington.org. Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 15

16 Sharing the Living Story By Clem Aseron (A) Lectionary texts: (B) Bible texts (has verse #): FOURTH SUNDAY OF THE LITURGICAL YEAR 2019 (72C) 1st Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-5, Psalm 71: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17 Rx = I will sing of your salvation. 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 Gospel: Luke 4:21-30 Please refer to (A) and (B) above when I cite below verses from the Lectionary or the Bible. It is no wonder that the prophet Jeremiah needs to be affirmed that he is indeed favored by God to call the people back to fidelity to the covenant with God, back to cohesive unity among themselves as Chosen People, centered once more in Jerusalem, restored once more to its land. To be such a prophet requires courage to face opposition: from those who are living somewhat well after having adapted to the circumstances of their exile outside their ancestral land; from those civil and religious leaders who have capitulated to their oppressors in order to retain what little power they were allowed. The prophet also faced stiff opposition from the Babylonians, one of the nations who would conquer the Chosen and disperse them into exile. Yet, these nations, these pagans, these outgroup people will witness the restoration of the Chosen to be brought about by their God, the God of Israel. At v.18, God names Jeremiah with phrases usually associated with the strength that is the city of Jerusalem. In response to the assurance at v.19, we can only join in the psalmist s song of praise to God in the Psalm refrain: I will sing of your salvation. In the gospel passages for last Sunday and today, Luke describes the beginning of Jesus ministry with language that evokes that which Jesus will speak at the end of this first book by Luke: rejection by the nations as well as by Jesus own group, which results in his physical death. Jesus faced opposition from the beginning but like Jeremiah, he never ceased proclaiming God s justice and, as a faithful Judean (Jew), would obviously join in singing today s psalm verses in praise of God. From the development of this gospel narrative, such vehement rejection as at vv seems unlikely until one recalls the cultural values of honor/shame. Honor is the public claim to worth, to stature, to status, and must include the accompanying public acknowledgment of that claim by others. There are two types: Ascribed and Acquired honor. Ascribed or inherited honor comes from endowment by a person of power, or by being born of a particular set of parents. No one is expected to rise above their station, to improve on their lot prescribed by heritage; hence, despite their praise at v.22, they say at its end: isn t this Joe s kid, he sure ain t acting like a carpenter! In addition, a person must carefully safeguard this inherited honor or risk loss of honor for the whole kin group. Luke tells that Jesus breaks the cultural convention. He does not remain as a dutiful son of Joseph, that is, as a carpenter. In breaking out of this circumscribed role, he brings dishonor to the family; hence, the amazement at v.22b. At v.18, (last week) Jesus compounds this by ascribing honor to himself in quoting Isaiah 61:1-2 and also by claiming honor by saying that today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing (v.21). Jesus claims a status for himself way out of the 16 Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

17 Sharing the Living Story bounds that his family s stature allows. He admits (claims) ownership of the ability to heal (vv.24-27). Every public claim to honor elicits a challenge. Despite the fact that such ability would be welcomed in the culture that was powerless in the face of illness, Jesus is challenged on the fact that he did not take care of his own first (a cultural requirement even in those times). The really insupportable and unforgivable claim, however, is Jesus likening himself to the prophets Elijah and Elisha; a rather high claim to honor way beyond his status. But there is more! Jesus takes these two incidents, minor in the history and remembrance of Israel and makes them his central message. At vv.25-27, he reminds them that God had preferentially cured the out-group, the pagans! It is no wonder that they immediately sought to kill him. For us moderns, all this business of honor/shame might seem to diminish the stature of Jesus as we view him with our post-resurrection eyes. Hidden within this struggle that Luke describes to his community is the salient fact that he portrays Jesus as once again calling attention to the reader that the God of Israel is a God who is inclusive a God who bestows gifts on all, rather than confining them to some who are chosen preferentially because of the status that the particular culture recognizes. In the Second Reading, Paul uses many poetic, eloquent, evocative words to claim that the greatest of all the gifts of God is love. How often have couples chosen these words to be used when they marry! Read them; what do they invoke in you? All this explanation, So What? Luke shows Jesus tearing down the walls of division which cultures have set up; what are the implications for us today? For example, is it folly to even think that God s justice can be sought in today s climate where there are people who walk into the midst of their targets to blow them and themselves to oblivion? Can God s justice be sought where nations deny admittance to an entire ethnic-religious-cultural group based on a fear of possible terrorist activity? Perhaps there are no easy answers here. Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 17

18 Saint Anne Catholic Community Ensuring PEACE ~ Ending Domestic Violence 6 WARNING SIGNS INDICATING AN ABUSIVE AND/ OR UNHEALTHY RELATIONSHIP: SEXIST ATTITUDE: Does your partner insist that women should know their place? INSULTS: Does your partner put you down for your opinions or laugh at what you believe in? Does he/she make you feel stupid, ignorant or incompetent? PSYCHOLOGICAL ABUSE: Does your partner make comments such as, You re no good? Does he/she make you feel unable to do anything right or that you can t get along in the world without his/her help? RIDICULE: Does your partner make fun of you alone or in other people s presence? BLAMING OTHERS: Does your partner blame others for what he/she does or what happens to him/her? EXCESSIVELY CRITICAL OF YOU OR YOUR FAMILY: Does your partner say negative things about you or your family? If you answered YES to one or more of these questions, you may be a victim of domestic violence. In an emergency, dial 911 Visit National Domestic Violence Hotline, or call 24 Hour Hotline, , for counseling assistance. In Illinois, call Visit WINGS Program Inc. or call 24 hour Hotline, Visit Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women s Network, Saint Anne will assist through referral and by offering spiritual, emotional and practical support, as possible. COMMUNITY OFFERINGS/NEEDS Note: Saint Anne prints the offerings/needs as a service to its parishioners and does not endorse or accept responsibility for them. Ride to Mass. Parishioner in LBS, Old Barn Road, for Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Mass. Call Marian at Help available. Recent U.S. Marine Corps veteran and bride will house sit in Barrington area for snowbirds this season. Call Free breastfeeding support, local meetings. Call or Aimee, or aimee.t@breastfeedingusa.org. Caregiver needed. Algonquin, FT or live-in. Call Dina at Wanted. Literary agent to represent book, And He Cried. Call Anthony (author) at Caregiver. 24 hr./live-in, 17 years experience. Call Sofia, Diabetic alert dog needed. Brittle type 1 diabetic parishioner. Visit gofundme.com/alertdog4mary or marypolnow@hotmail.com. College counselor. Contact Michael at betlinski_m@comcast.net. Reliable house cleaner. Call or spotlesshousetoday.com. Family/personal asst./household manager available. Sophie, For nannies, babysitters, housekeepers. Call Elizabeth at Housekeeping and occasional babysitting. Call Maria at Home caregiver available for older adults. Call Debbie at House/pet sitting, domestic services, extended stay. Joanne, Experienced, dedicated caregiver available. Call Julia, Cleaning available. Call Magdelena at Painting, carpentry, odd jobs. Call Arturo at Sitter available. Call Aneta, Referral, Anna, Home daycare by parishioner. Call Diane at Infant care in your home. 40 years experience. Call Ellen at Professional furniture moving. Call Anthony at Caregiver/driver/companion. FT/PT. Call Bruno at Sitter available to clean/care for adults. Call Irma at Math tutor, 6th-12th grade. Margaret, mlymperis@att.net, Handyman available. $15.00/hr. Call Rosolio at Reading/writing specialist/tutor. cquimper72@comcast.net, LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE - FEBRUARY 9TH-10TH Time Presider Mass Coordinators and Eucharistic Ministers Lectors Altar Servers 5:15 p.m. Fr. Chris Ciastoń B. Bondi, M. Bondi R. Farrell, B. Holl, J. Holl, L. Koehler, E. Larkin- Leighton (sub req.), A. Nisbet, G. Shumway, M. Tracy, M. Zwolinski, NOT FILLED (2) I. LaCesa K. Amatangelo (sub req.) J. LaCesa E. Nakiganda A. OʹNeill J. Benkendorf 7:15 a.m. Fr. Bernie Pietrzak A. Aquino J. Almdale, R. Dehn, Leah Eisenbarth, C. Eisenbarth, F. Garcia, J. Stanley M. Dehn D. Semmerling D. Pavin Logan Eisenbarth B. Graft N. Sneed (sub req.) 9:00 a.m. Fr. Chris Ciastoń B. Bishop, S. Bishop George Bowman, J. Clark, L. DeGrazia, L. Galazka, C. Galizia, V. Giamalva, D. Haas, J. Huynh, L. Innocenti, N. Jorgensen, M. Kurowski, M. Lesniak, P./B. Sobolewski, C. Vlaming, D. Wirt, A. Wirt Family-ministered Mass M. OʹDonoghue Garrett Bowman C. OʹDonoghue 11:00 a.m. Fr. Bernie Pietrzak W./J./J. Kolasinski A. Auten, V. Brenneman, R. Covelli, D. Deignan, C. Fleming, T./K. Garcia, M. Hamill, C. Logue, N. Nolan (sub req.), J. Prentice, K. Samaniego, T. VanRyne, NOT FILLED (4), C. Felice CLOTW C. Condill J. Schramm N. Deignan K. Kolasinski N. Herr n M. Lindh 5:15 p.m. Fr. Jeremy Thomas G. Wolf, L. Wolf S. Boutilier, T. Chapman, Miah Cramer, E. Diaz-Jimenez, G. Dolezal, V. Kostecki, Y. Mitoraj, T. Moran, E. Moran, Mark (Jr) Roeckell, C. Stevanovich Mark Roeckell C. Laning (sub req.) M. Moffitt (sub req.) D. Fitzpatrick A. Phillis M. Gryzlo 18 Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org

19 Our Weekly Intentions REMEMBER OUR SICK IN PRAYER Nancy Adams Anthony Ament David Banasiak Laura Beck Claudette Bensen Mary and Erwin Betz Stefan Bischof Lou Borbely Joe Bosowski Chris Bouttilier Chuck Brennemann Bill Brackett Philip Cano Doris Carey Kyle Carey Sally Connolly Jay Cooper David Cox Susan Cross James Cullen Jane Czyzewski Gary Daigle Terrence and Faye Dargan James DeSpain Marge Diedrich Nevaeh Diglietta Roxanne Doherty Lauretta Dolan Caroline Dwyer Shelley Edgerton James Enright Ken Farnese Diane Ferriere Anna Fisher Mera Fisher Joan Flynn Thad Fogarty Nick Fosteras Damian Fosteras Catherine Gavino Jess Hamill Grace Henson Susan Hirsch Mary Hoffing Dan Hund Amelia Marie Hunter Davis Hunter Janet Jacobs Janice Jakack Karen Jezierski Michelle Karl Megan Keefe Betsy Kelly Robert Kensler Brandon Koblens Jane Koblens Caroline Kolder Brian Krull Joanne Lentz John Lenz Rosemarie Lenz Marilyn Lepeska Bernadette LoBianco Corryn Lohmeyer Edwin Ludtke Jackson Marhorst David Mastroianni John Matlachowski Greg Matz Helen McCann Mary McLaughlin James McNutt Peter Meyer Sean Miller Virginia Miller Scarlett Moran Rita Mormando Catherine Mura Sharon Murray Lori Nelson Mary Lou O Brien Andrew O Connell Luna Okada David Papucci Norm Papucci Rebecca Pareja Roopal Patel Dennis Peters Joan Peters John Peterson Dick Plenge Alexander Proebstle Dan Quinn Mary Reinhart Peter Reyther Jack Roaper Bob Ross Jim Ross Margaret Ryan Barb Salstrand Eric Sanders Herman Schamberger Rick Schaschwary Michelle Schmitt Diane Schroeder John Mark Shaw Robert Smith Kelsey Sobchyk Alice Stedronsky Bruce Stopka Rich Suda Janet Sullivan Keane Sullivan Patricia Sullivan Sr. Therese Sullivan Urban Thobe Will Tobias Thomas Towne Sophia Trujillo Sasha Untiedt Thomas Vargas Bonnie Vaughan Jack Vaughn Susan Walsh Walter Weismantel Bill Werdick Annette Weres Tom Whalen Laura Wortman Annie Yarwood MASS INTENTIONS Monday, February 4th, Heb rews 11:32-40; Mark 5:1-20 8:15 a.m. (JD) Joan Leust Tuesday, February 5th, Heb rews 12:1-4; Mark 5: :15 a.m. (CC) People of Saint Anne Wednesday, February 6th, Heb rews 12:4-7, 11-15; Mark 6:1-6 8:15 a.m. (MS) People of Saint Anne Thursday, February 7th, Heb rews 12:18-19, 21-24; Mark 6:7-13 8:15 a.m. (BP) Charles Lebar The Family Friday, February 8th, Heb rews 13:1-8; Mark 6: :15 a.m. (CC) John Bufalino Connie Bufalino Saturday, February 9th, Is 6:1-2a, 3-8; 1 Cor 15:1-11; Lk 5:1-11 5:15 p.m. (CC) Florian Kaminski The Family James Carollo The Mirski Family Sunday, February 10th, Is 6:1-2a, 3-8; 1 Cor 15:1-11; Lk 5:1-11 7:15 a.m. (BP) People of Saint Anne James Carollo The Mirski Family 9:00 a.m. (CC) Evelyn Kilfeather Maureen Sieger 11:00 a.m. (BP) Nancy Hanson Julie Hanson Tony and Gloria Giordano The Sal Giordano Family James Witek The Witek Family Linda Wallner Ginny and Frank Comber 5:15 p.m. (JT) Sandra DiCecca Phil DiCecca RECENT BAPTISMS Sara Anne Hirsch (Neryza and Daniel) UPCOMING MARRIAGES II Caitlin Below and Anthony Dixon OUR BELOVED DEAD Barbara Hardy, mother of Kathy Tryon, Beth Smith, Steve Hardy and Maurice Hardy; Harriett Lance, sister of Dottie Deger; Michael Manczko, brother-in-law of Virginia and Chuck Brenneman; Larry McCarthy, father of Colleen Stevanovich, Brian McCarthy and Kathleen Suda; Lorraine Slott, mother of Dennis Saint Anne Church February 3, 2019 stannebarrington.org 19

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24 Saint Anne Catholic Community 120 North Ela Street, Barrington, Illinois (fax) Parish Office (fax) Monday - Friday: 9:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M. Fridays during summer: 9:00 A.M. 12:00 P.M. Saturday/Sunday: 9:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M. Saint Anne Parish Staff: Pastor Fr. Bernie Pietrzak bpietrzak@stannebarrington.org Assistant to the Pastor Ms. August Link alink@stannebarrington.org Pastor Emeritus Fr. Jack Dewes Associate Pastors Fr. Chris Ciastoń cciaston@stannebarrington.org Fr. Joji Thanugundla jthanugundla@stannebarrington.org Pastoral Associate Michael Beard mbeard@stannebarrington.org Deacon Couple Bob and Sue Powers Sr. Lauretta Leipzig slauretta@stannebarrington.org Director, Liturgy and Music Rory Cooney rcooney@stannebarrington.org Associate Director, Liturgy and Music Georgene Farman gfarman@stannebarrington.org Director, Care Ministries Mary Ellen Johnston mejohnston@stannebarrington.org Director, Hope Ministries Sue Olafson solafson@stannebarrington.org Diane Barrett Project Hope Office Manager Business and Operations Manager Margaret Buckstaff mbuckstaff@stannebarrington.org Office Manager Cathy Faust cfaust@stannebarrington.org Assistant to Business Manager Carol Helmers chelmers@stannebarrington.org Marketing and Communications Coordinator Amy Kane akane@stannebarrington.org Maintenance Supervisor Sarge Youkhanna School Maintenance Dave Rozycki Clarion Bulletin Editor Kerry Miller Kerry Miller kmiller@stannebarrington.org Faith Formation and Education Director, Lifelong Faith Formation Mary Jane Kurowski mjkurowski@stannebarrington.org Faith Formation Coordinator Breda Barry King bbarryking@stannebarrington.org Implementation Coordinator Carla Czyzewski cczyzewski@stannebarrington.org Administrative Assistant Marianne Bondi mbondi@stannebarrington.org Director, Youth and Young Adult Ministry Michael Hugo mhugo@stannebarrington.org Administrative Assistant Karen Poglitsch kpoglitsch@stannebarrington.org Saint Anne Parish School 319 E. Franklin Street, Principal Mrs. Dawn Kapka dkapka@stanneschoolbarrington.org Assistant Principal Mrs. Lisa Torrence ltorrence@stanneschoolbarrington.org Director, Admissions/Marketing Community Relations Brittney Lazarz blazarz@stanneschoolbarrington.org Sharing Parish Saint Frances of Rome, Cicero, Fr. Paul Stein, Pastor Parish Council of Ministries Bill Graff, Chairperson Tracy Garcia, Community Life Commission Andrea Wirt, Community Life Commission Jerry Rodosky, Deanery Representative Liz Cocoma, Faith Formation & Education Eryka Accordino, Faith Formation & Education Ron Covelli, Human Concerns Commission Anne Rometty, Human Concerns Commission Christine Jodoin, Office of the Pastor Jim Young, Office of the Pastor Tom Owens, Worship Commission Lois Wollney, Worship Commission Amy Kane, akane@stannebarrington.org Finance Council David Wirt, Chairperson Ron Cobb Sarah Gainer JP Hills Andrew Kelleher, Jr. Lisa Koehler Nathan Perry Pete Scheffler School Advisory Board Fr. Bernie Pietrzak, Pastor Mrs. Dawn Kapka, Principal Mrs. Hayde Federighi, Chairperson Mrs. Lia Douglas Mrs. Eryka Accordino Mr. Jim Reilly Mr. Michael Hessling Mrs. Beth Sak Mrs. Kim Skonie Sacraments We believe that the celebration of the sacraments ranks among the most important gifts that we have. We look forward to sharing these celebrations with those who, in some way, are part of our community. Therefore, please note the following: Visitation of the Sick: If you or a family member are in a local hospital or are homebound and would like a visit from a minister of care or a priest, call Mary Ellen Johnston at Baptism: Our Baptism ministry is pleased to help your family prepare for the special event of your child s entrance into our faith community. Two Baptism sessions are required for parents baptizing their 1st child Parents who have had a Baptism at another Catholic Church and are now wanting to baptize a child at Saint Anne will be asked to speak to a staff member before scheduling Baptism Parents who have already attended Baptism preparation at Saint Anne will be asked to speak to a staff member before scheduling Baptism Information for setting a Baptism date will be given at the meeting or at the time of the interview. Call the parish office at Marriage: To be married at Saint Anne, the preparation process should begin 7 months to one year prior to the wedding date. Please call the parish office to secure a date as soon as possible. Membership at Saint Anne is not a requirement. We look forward to helping you during this time of preparation for the vocation of Christian marriage. First Eucharist and First Reconciliation: These sacraments are typically celebrated in second grade. Candidates must be registered parishioners and complete the two-year preparation program. For more information, call the Faith Formation and Education office at Confirmation: This sacrament is celebrated in high school. Candidates must be registered parishioners and complete the two-year preparation program. For more information, call the PATHS office at Reconciliation: Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. until all are heard or by appointment. Adult Christian Initiation: If you are looking for a place to belong or a church community to share questions and beliefs, perhaps you would like to find out more about what it means to be a Catholic Christian. Saint Anne would be delighted and honored to share the gift of faith and fellowship with you. Call Michael Beard at for information regarding the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). Registration: To enter into our faith community, please attend an information/registration session at 9:45 a.m. in the Hospitality Room, followed by the 11:00 a.m. Mass on the 1st Sunday of the month, except on holiday weekends when there are no sessions. For further information, call the parish office at * THE NEXT NEW PARISHIONER WELCOMING SESSION AND REGISTRATION WILL BE ON SUNDAY, MARCH 3RD *