Prayer Shawls Bring Comfort & Joy

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1 The Carpenter August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Prayer Shawls Bring Comfort & Joy Our Vision Through our Baptism and Eucharist, we are called to love as Christ loves and serve as Christ serves. Our Mission In Jesus Christ, we will grow and flourish through Engaging, welcoming and building community Lifelong faith formation Social justice and service to others in need Engaging and understanding the energy and interests of our youth Prayer and worship that deepens our spiritual life Accountability in using our resources wisely so that we may live life abundantly! Prayer Shawls have been made for centuries. They are universal and embracing. They comfort and enfold, wrap and warm, mother and hug, shelter and embrace. Those who knit and receive shawls are blessed. A group of women meet on the second Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at the parish offices for fellowship and yarn work. For more information on this ministry, contact Diane Vazquez at dmvsew@gmail.com. St. Joseph Catholic Church Libertyville, Illinois 1

2 Upcoming Events at St. Joseph Catholic Church August 5-6 Information on Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) after all Masses August 10 Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations, 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Church August 19 Mass in the Park, 5:00 p.m. September 8 St. Joseph Catholic School Golf Outing More information at Important Notice! Community Building Senior Corner JUST FOR SENIORS FROM the ARCHDIOCESE: dral. Couples married in 1967, celebrating their 50th Anniversary should see page 8 for registration details. ered to your door. It contains news, opinions, human interest, how-to and travel articles and humor, puzzles and recipes. To sign ST. JOSEPH PARISH SPONSORED ANSWER THE CALL to serve as a catechist. With a variety of program options, days and times available, parishioners are finding it easier day mornings 9:00-10:30 a.m. or evenings 7:00-8:30 p.m. Answering the call to serve as a catechist will allow you new opportunities to grow in faith, to live out your Baptismal call, and to share your faith with the future of our Church. Remember, a catechist is never alone. The Holy Spirit will guide you each step of the way. Contact Children s Faith Formation staff to help answer your questions as you discern regarding this or other Children s Faith Formation volunteer website for info on how to register. Handicap parking and seating available. Greeter Ministry Openings for more information. 2

3 Community Building 5th Annual St. Joseph s Mass & Picnic in the PARK Saturday, August 19 at Sunrise Rotary Park (across from the Church) Will replace the regularly scheduled 5:00 Saturday Mass Followed by Food---Friends---and Fun! Rain or Shine! Mass at 5:00 p.m. Picnic 6:00-7:30 p.m. Thanks to the following for their support: August 11 to help us plan for the picnic.

4 Community Building Irish Set Dancing Every Wednesday Irish Set Dancing, similar to American Square Dancing, involves eight people dancing in a square or circle. It originated in Irish homes years back where Irish folk gathered to play music, tell stories and sing folk songs. It is great fun and a super aerobic workout. Our group at St. Joseph s that meets every Wednesday evening in St. Joseph School at 8:00 p.m. It is open to everyone and Drop-in Play Group: Please join us for an afternoon play date on Tuesday, August 8 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. at Century Park playground. This park has lots of swings, slides and outdoor fun! Please comment or RSVP on Big Tent if you plan to attend. Thanks! Volunteer Opportunities: Please check BigTent often for information regarding current opportunities and ways to help our community! you can be as involved as you like. We d love to have you! Faith Formation SAVE THE DATE! Alumni Gathering for current High School Students are welcome to attend Theology on Tap this summer. Join others at Pizzeria De Ville (404 N. Milwaukee Ave- Sunday evenings of August, beginning with free pizza at 6:30 p.m. On August 13 answer, could you please rephrase the August 27 - Bishop will help support and celebrate your God is present in your life in a number Are you a graduate of St. Joseph Catholic School First Annual SJCS Alumni Mass and Reception for Current High School Students! Sunday, September 17 5:00 p.m. Mass in St. Joseph Church 6:00-7:30 p.m. Reception in the Koenig Center The reception is for high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors who graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School. Parents, if you are picking up your child at the end of the 4

5 Faith Formation Dear St. Joseph Catholic School Parents, Parishioners, and Friends, 221 Park Place Libertyville, Illinois The St. Joseph Catholic School s (SJCS) is slated for Friday, September 8. Our annual playing a round of golf. Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass The annual Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass will take place at Holy Name Cathedral on Sunday, September 17 special Mass where 500 couples will rejoice in their 50th wedding anniversary. All couples married in 1967 who would like to take part can sign up online at archchicago.org. Please save the dates of November 4 and 5 5 Upcoming Men s Ministry Events Sponsored by the Men s Ministry of St. Joseph Catholic Church

6 Faith Formation Does the message that Christ was the one empowered by the Lord and sent to save us guide your life? If you are not yet Catholic and wish to take a journey to learn this message we can help. The process used at Saint Joseph Catholic Church for this journey is the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). Classes will begin in September and are held each Sunday morning and Tuesday nights through Pentecost. Sacraments will be received at the Easter Vigil. This morning, Catholics who have taken this journey will give a short witness to their becoming Catholic through RCIA. They will be joined by members from the Parish RCIA team at the back of the church after Mass to answer any questions you might have. Contact us at: Scott Guziec at sguziec@comcast.net Marilyn Varney at periusvarney@gmail.com Announcing FORMED.ORG, a Great Catholic Resource Are you looking for resources that can enrich your faith life? St. Joseph Catholic Church has a subscription to an online program that provides faith formation with over 40 informative and life-giving audio program, several inspiring and heartwarming movies,19 e-books to enhance your prayer life and increase your knowledge and love of our Catholic faith, all from a variety of Catholic publishers such as Lighthouse Catholic Media, Ascension Press, Word on Fire, Augustine Institute, Ignatian Press and Hearts Afire. helps you and your family prepare for Mass each week. It consists of a short video and reflection on the upcoming readings. We encourage you to take advantage of these tremendous and grace-filled resources by visiting Formed.Org to set up your account. This is free to you. After you log on, enter the St. Joseph Parish unique code: 96FCQQ. Complete registra-

7 Faith Formation Prayers for Vocations to the Priesthood treasure that God places in the hearts of some men, chosen by Him and called to follow Him in this special state of life. This treasure, that must be discovered and brought to light, is not made to enrich someone alone. He who is called to the ministry is not the master of his vocation, but rather the administrator of a gift that God has entrusted to him for the good of all the In support of the Archdiocesan request that parishes provide a Holy Hour to pray for vocations to the priesthood, the St. Joseph Vocation Committee and the Spiritual Formation Committee have scheduled Holy Hour, with Eucharistic Adoration, to be held every Thursday from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the church to offer prayers for priestly vocations. Thursdays were chosen because it coincides with Holy Thursday and the institution of the priesthood at the Last Supper. Please consider joining us as we pray for those who have been called. If you are unable to participate on Thursdays, we would like to provide an alternative for this prayer time by asking you to pray a short decade (ten Hail Mary s) of the rosary along with the prayer given each week for an increase in priestly vocations. This week s decade of the rosary: 2nd Joyful Mystery: The Visitation Mary wastes no time in acting upon the grace of her vocation. Through her cooperation, the plan of salvation is already unfolding. Let us offer this decade for those who have been called but are hesitating. May God s grace hurry them forward to answer the call and thus begin to labor for the harvest. Prayer & Worship Music Ministry Invites All to Participate in Mass in the Park on August 19 Rehearsals for the 5th Annual Mass in the Park begin on Thursday, August 3. The Children s Choir will Church. This is a great opportunity for parishioners who are not currently part of a music ministry ensemble to No audition is required. Instrumentalists are also welcome. Contact the Director of Music Ron Va- The regular choir season begins the week of September 3. Please see the music webpage at for 7

8 Prayer & Worship Worship Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities Accessible Washrooms, west side of Hearing Loop for persons with hearing aids Assisted Hearing Devices in sacristy for persons Ramped north entrances to nar- Accessible Ramp on east side of Pew Accessibility on east ded Pew last row, far southeast corner of church Accessible parking spaces north of church along Maple Avenue. Carpenter can be ed each week to those with visual impairments. Please request to Schedules Sunday Masses 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 7:15, 9:00, 10:45 a.m. (10:45 in 5:00 p.m. Prearranged Baptisms at 1:45 p.m. Saturday Masses 8:30 a.m. (Second Saturdays-Sacrament of Healing at Mass) Weekday Masses 6:30 and 8:30 a.m. or as scheduled. Holy Day Masses: 6:30, 8:30 a.m., Noon, 7:00 p.m. Reconciliation Noon or by appointment. Presiders/Deacons In Memory Baptisms This information was not available at the time of the early deadline. Sorry for the inconvenience. Up-to-date information will appear in the August 13 Carpenter. Prayer for Peace In September, we will continue to meet in church to pray for peace. During the summer months, although not gathering in church, we invite you to join many other parishioners each Friday at noon. Set your alarm or phone or take a break in your routine at home, pause where you are, and pray intentionally for peace in our homes, our cities, our state, our country and our world. Now visualize our village and our nation united in prayer for peace as we pray. (Galatians 6: 9-10a) Let us not become weary in doing good, for in due time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. So then, while we have the opportunity, let us do good to all. As Thomas Merton said: For each one of us there is only one thing necessary: to fulfill our own destiny according to God s will, to be what God wants us to be. As we reflect on the scripture, let us listen to hear who God wants us to be and what path we are called to take to help bring about peace. We pray: Loving God, many in our world feel empty, lost, and seek direction in their lives; open their eyes, hearts, ears. Give them courage, strength, wisdom that they be drawn toward people and places that will help them grow positively and not be radicalized. Merciful God, hear our prayer. Pray the Rosary Please join other parishioners in church at 7:55 a.m. Monday through Saturday to pray Our Lady s Rosary. Please Pray for the Sick Julie Graham Adzima Neil Flynn Baby Charlie Gard Mike Conroy Carol Michalski Joseph Neme Nicole Morales Mary Foresta Alejandro Benavides Fernando Benavides Mary T. Jordan Maria E. Coton Brett Becker Peter Sylvester Diane LaCrosse Bridget Shiel After 4 weeks, please notify the parish office if your loved one is still in need of our prayers. 8 Mass Intentions Monday August 7 6:30 Robert Matthews and Bob Miller 8:30 Bill Dunn and Jim McDonnell Tuesday August 8 6:30 Bob Miller and Dylan M. Cline 8:30 Don Wichlin and Marion (Mario) Lenzini Wednesday August 9 and Bob Miller 8:30 Barbara Simpson, well-being and Stephen Wrolstad, well-being Thursday August 10 and Jack Lynch and Frank Nolan Friday August 11 6:30 John Thumel 8:30 Coletta Flynn and H. Wendell Smith Saturday August 12 8:30 Stanley Bajda and Michael Smith Sunday All parishioners

9 Social Justice & Service CATHOLIC CHARITIES NEEDS GROUPS TO SPONSOR DINNERS Catholic Charities Thursday Night Suppers are an incredible way to in- - Highwood location. Sponsoring entails collecting funds to purchase food or cooking a meal for our supper guests, and serving the meal to our guests. DETAILS FOR SPONSORS: 1) The Evening Suppers take place on the 1st should arrive at the church at 6:00 p.m. Guests are then seated at 6:30 p.m. 3) The food should be enough to generously feed people, and should gust 3, August 10, September 7, November 9 and December 14. Contact us to book a date. The Volunteer Bridge Link is:. Click on the same link to access other Catholic Charities opportunities. Please enter a zip code in the search to see all of the opportunities in the area. St. Joseph Employment Ministry to Meet on Wednesday, August 16 The person the hiring manager likes the best is the person who gets the offer. That s all there is to it. (They ve already determined you are, otherwise qualified or you wouldn t be having an interview.) The trick is to realize that your competition is we are very pleased to welcome back parishioner Bill Burnett to present his talk entitled The Peak Interview. job. The method is based on psychology, including insights from the only psychologist to win the Nobel Prize. The big secret is that the last thing you do in the interview seals the deal. It s something no other presentation on job interviewing will tell you. Please join us, and learn how Gene Hackman (really!) helped Bill recognize the key to making your interview 9 Green Tip of the Week SOME TIPS TO KEEP YOUR HOME COOL Use your microwave or outdoor grill instead of a range or oven to reduce the amount of heat you produce indoors. What s better than food grilled outdoors your home. This gives the sensation that it is 5 degrees cooler than the actual temperature. Shade windows on the sunny side room-darkening shades to block out the heat from the sun. - Word of Life cy, we let Christ dwell in us and we see more deeply the intricate and unique beauty of O.F.M., Chairman, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities) stand out from the other candidates. Our meeting will be held from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Formation Center from the rear of the building. All are welcome, please bring a friend we look forward to seeing you there! The St. Joseph Employment Ministry assists the unemployed and under-employed in the pursuit of personally and professionally fulfilling work that aligns with their personal offerings and career goals. Anyone with a job to fill or an interest in assisting job-seekers is also invited to attend all are welcome. Meetings are usually held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. If you have questions, please contact John Jennings at jfjennings@comcast.net. Employers are invited to post open positions with us by sending an to: StJosephEmploymentMinistry@yahoogroups.com. Widowed? Feeling Stuck? at Nazareth Retreat House in Batavia (overnight only, no commuters). Space is limited; register early. Call Joyful Again

10 Social Justice & Service Looking for Change? While we can t change others, we can change ourselves. Summertime can be a good time to work on self-improvement, and we can help at the Holbrook Counseling Center in Mundelein. We are part of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. Our fees are affordable, and PPOs. Getting started is easy. To schedule or to learn more about us just go to Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide LOSS meets monthly throughout the Archdiocese. Suicide is a tragedy for not only the victim, but for the loved ones left behind. Catholic Charities invites those al program offering hope and healing. 5 SIMPLE THINGS YOU CAN DO TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE FOR PEOPLE WITH MENTAL ILLNESS AND THEIR FAMILIES BE A FRIEND Provide companionship and compassion on the road toward recovery. Offer a ride to church or to a local support group. Listen without judgment. Pray for those you know with mental illnesses and their family members. BE AN INSPIRATION others to seek treatment or to have hope. WATCH YOUR LANGUAGE Pay attention to the words you use and avoid BE A STIGMA-BUSTER Challenge negative attitudes toward mental illness among your friends and acquaintances and in the media. LEARN THE FACTS. Resources include: - National Alliance on Mental Illness, - National Institute of Mental Health, - the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services If you or someone you know needs help, call: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 10

11 Youth Accountability DIRECT DONATIONS FROM AN IRA TO SUPPORT THE PARISH If you are over 70 ½, there is a new law that could impact how you donate monies to the Parish. This is superb news for Catholics looking to support their favorite missions and our parish in a tax-advantage way. Rules for Qualified Charitable Distributions Benefits higher Medicare premiums, and the loss of deductions 11

12 Accountability Thoughts on Giving Stewardship of Treasure The collection for July 16 will be reported in the August 13 bulletin. St. Joseph Parish is grateful to those who give generously on the weekends and monthly through our automatic contribution program. Thank you to those who regularly and generously give of their treasure as well as those who give of their time and talent to support the work our parish does in the name of Jesus Christ. Learn more at the moon reflects the light of the sun, we should reflect Christ s light to the world. When we receive the Eucharist, the body and blood of Jesus, we are called to be supernatural to reflect His love, mercy and forgiveness to others. When we are grateful for all that God has given us, generosity flows through us because we are made in God s image. Bulletin Submissions Submit Carpenter articles to Marie Tuohy (marietuohy@sbcglobal.net) after approval by your Pastoral Staff Lead. Articles must be received by Noon on the Monday before issue date. New Parishioners Welcome! Please stop or call the parish office weekdays from 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. or download registration form on-line at www. stjoseph-libertyville.org. Announcements at Mass days, gkashmar@stjoseph-libertyville.org. Accessibility If you have a disability and require special accommodations at a parish event, please call the parish office. Ministry of Care, Sacrament of the Sick The Sacrament of the Sick is celebrated at 8:30 or by arrangement. Contact the parish office if seriously ill, hospitalized, or homebound. A Minister of Care is available to bring Communion. Guide to Funeral Planning Please call the parish office for assistance from a Bereavement Minister and a funeral planning guide. Stay Connected Website: Facebook: Instagram: Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m.-noon on Saturday. The front door of the P.O.M. Center has a keypad for entry into its vestibule area. Anyone hosting a scheduled meeting in the evening or on a weekend is asked to pick up the key for the space NOT in the slot to the left of the door. 12 Matrimony Congratulations! Please contact the parish office as soon as you are engaged. 6 months is usually required for marriage preparation. Infant Baptism the Pre-Baptismal Session 3 months prior 6:00 p.m. in church. Baptism for School- Aged Children Preparation classes for parents and children information and registration. Sacrament of Penance Celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings or by arrangement.

13 St. Joseph Catholic Church 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, Illinois Phone Fax Website Rev. John Trout, Pastor Rev. Joseph Nhat Le, Associate Pastor Rev. Martin Luboyera, Associate Pastor Rev. John Hennessey, Pastor Emeritus Deacons Mrs. Mary Causey, Director of Social Justice and Service Mrs. Ann Harmon, Parish Office Manager Mr. Dan Harris, Facilities Manager Pastoral Staff Mr. David Retseck, Director of Faith Formation Mrs. Anna Roeser, Director of Administration Mr. Ron Vanasdlen, MAM, Director of Music Parish Pastoral Council Members of the Parish Pastoral Council: Megan Pavelske. Gerry Salzman, Janine Wilson Parish Finance Council Fr. John Trout, (Chair)

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16 Breaking Open the Word A Journey to Discipleship Jesus Companions Us Through Scripture 1. Proclaim God s Word. Choose someone to read the Scripture. After reading, there is silence from the group in reverence. 3. Praise God. After a period of response, close by leading the group in praise of God by praying together the Glory Be. Next Sunday s Gospel Matthew 14: Leader: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew Response: Glory to You, O Lord After he had fed the people, Jesus made the disciples get into a boat and precede him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. After doing so, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When it was evening he was there alone. Meanwhile the boat, already a few miles offshore, was being tossed about by the waves, for the wind was against it. During the fourth watch of the night, he came toward them walking on the sea. When the disciples saw him walk- and they cried out in fear. At once Jesus spoke to them, out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became fright- Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and caught The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Reflection Can you imagine the utter amazement Jesus disciples must have felt when they saw Him walking toward them on the stormy feeding of the 5,000 (which had occurred just the day before), seeing someone walk on water still had to be amazing. Jesus not only had the power to perform miraculous cures but He had the ability to defy the laws of physics. Jesus invitation to Peter to step out of the boat and walk toward Him reminds us that if we step out of our comfort zone with complete faith in God s power, we can change the world around us. Unfortunately, this historical account also reminds us of the fate that befalls us when we allow doubt to creep into our faith in Christ. So often, doubt is quickly accompanied by fear which can lead to doubt and distress, asking Him to save us and lift us up. Jesus only asks that we believe in His ability to provide for our safety and well-being. He invites us to take His hand each time we receive Him in the Holy Eucharist and promises us that He will safely guide us to the shores of eternity. What we are called to believe is that not only will the journey with Christ be safe and secure but that it ultimately will be fulfilling and joyful as well. For further reflection on Trusting in God, see The Catechism of the Catholic Church Reflection Questions 1. God invites us to walk toward Him through the turbulent seas of our daily lives in a world that is often hostile to Christian - Readings for the Week St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)