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2 MASS INTENTIONS Monday, April 24 - St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen 6:30 am Thomas F. and Helene Dittrich Kenney 8:00 am Joseph Muffoletto Tuesday, April 25 - St. Mark the Evangelist 6:30 am Edward Szmyd 8:00 am Emmet Flood Wednesday, April 26 6:30 am Joseph Madden 8:00 am Clayton Coleman Thursday, April 27 6:30 am Lorraine Jozefowicz 8:00 am Edvige Busse Friday, April 28 - St. Peter Chanel; St. Louis de Montfort 6:30 am The Clark and Daley Family 8:00 am Marguerite Duggan Saturday, April 29 - St. Catherine of Siena 8:00 am Maureen Griffin 5:00 pm Nancy McLinden Carr Sunday, April 30 7:30 am Living and Deceased Members of the Maroon and Reisinger Families 9:00 am Eloise Yerkes 10:30 am Patsy Walsh 12:00 pm The People of St. Luke Parish MINISTERS OF THE LITURGY Monday-Friday, April :00 am Servers E Dugan, L Dugan Saturday, April 29 10:30 am Servers L Fulton, S Altier, C Carr Lectors F Gardner, T Graefe Euch Min J Baier, J Courtney, J Duszynski, J Keefe, L Ortiz-Lazos, A Ramirez 1:00 pm Servers C Vlerick, A Weiler, P Hicks Lectors Y Hafner, T Hicks Euch Min B Elwood, M Martinez, J O Hara, V Perera, H Slowik, J Slowik 5:00 pm Servers E Perry, M Jacobs, J McAllister Lectors J Bobak, L Hogan Euch Min V Atkins, Y Bobak, M Bresnahan, J Megall, M O Donoghue, L Winikates, J Winikates Ushers J Fisher, M Nelson, R Nixon, 1 Needed Sunday, April 30 7:30 am Servers M Harnett, J Gleason, L Leonardi Lectors K Bevan, J Lynch Euch Min K Heiss, J Sullivan, M Sullivan Ushers L Brettman, B Hickman, J Langton, C Maroon 9:00 am Servers M Scelfo, E Kerstetter, C Stumbris Lectors CJ Kerstetter, D Ruggie Euch Min P Brennan, S Brennan, P Muldoon, C Saunders, S Scelfo, B Stumbris, J Stumbris Ushers B Aquilino, D Carey, P Driscoll, J Nowicki 10:30 am Servers J O Connor, A Delatorre, P Gorman Lectors J Mannix, N Moore Euch Min M Karasis, D Kurtenbach, M Moore, B Murray S Murray, B Nickels, MK Nickels Ushers K Bruscato, D Carey, C Devereaux, D Ross (Continued on Page 10) 2 WELCOME TO ST. LUKE River Forest, IL FROM THE PASTOR Empty Seats Oh, how the church would resound with God s praises if the crowds of Easter Sunday were with us every week. Alas, the numbers we had worshipping next to us last weekend are now a thing of the past. The beautifully decorated church remains, however, with the sweet fragrance of Easter flowers and incense and a spring festival of color! Hopefully the message preached on Easter of new life and salvation with its most positive and optimistic spin will invite people home again and again to worship and praise their Risen Lord, the one true, living God. On April 17, Easter Monday of the week past, the Church of Chicago remembered and marked the 2 nd anniversary of the death of Francis Cardinal George, the 8 th Archbishop of Chicago. It is hard to believe he is gone that long. Similarly, in our parish, there can be a sense of amazement of how time passes so quickly and the people we miss. As I look out at the body of the church at Mass, I can remember who once sat in particular areas of the various pews. Even in the short time I ve been here (going on three years), the various connections made with faithful parishioners who are no longer with us remind me to pray for them as I see their empty seats. I think of the catechist devoted to the religious education of our young people, the elderly, the usher, the grandmother or grandfather, the numerous school parents called home by God too soon in their young lives suddenly, or through illness or tragedy. During this 50-day celebration of Easter, the Church gives us ample opportunity to reflect on what the resurrection of Christ means to us personally. Do we believe in the power of the Lord s rising from the dead? How strong is our faith in this great saving Paschal mystery? How are we renewed in the virtue of Christian hope in the midst of life changes and struggles? Do we allow the Holy Spirit into our lives to assist us as our advocate and helper? It is only in joyful thanksgiving that is spiritually linked into our lives that we can most effectively live this mystery of our faith. What we often forget is that the Mass, the Eucharistic celebration, is the quintessential way for us to pray with thankful hearts. Let us continue to remember and pray for our young people, especially our 2 nd graders, who prepare for their first encounter with the Eucharistic Lord on April 29, the first of the thousands of possible opportunities available to them throughout their lives. God bless you Alleluia, Alleluia! ~Fr. Szmyd

3 This Second Sunday of Easter has also been known as Divine Mercy Sunday since Pope Saint John Paul II proclaimed it worthy of universal devotion in Parishes throughout the world, including St. Luke, will join together in prayer and adoration on this day seeking God s mercy for ourselves and for our nation. Origins of the Feast Day Mankind s need for the message of Divine Mercy took on dire urgency in the 20 th century, when civilization began to experience an eclipse of the sense of God and, therefore, to lose the understanding of the sanctity and inherent dignity of human life. In the 1930s, Jesus chose a humble Polish nun, St. Maria Faustina Kowalska, to receive private revelations concerning Divine Mercy that were recorded in her diary. This was precisely the time when those ideologies of evil, Nazism, and communism, were taking shape, wrote Pope John Paul II in his 2005 book Memory and Identity. Sister Faustina became the herald of the one message capable of off-setting the evil of those ideologies, that fact that God is mercy. St. Faustina s diary records 14 occasions when Jesus requested that a Feast of Mercy (Divine Mercy Sunday) be observed. On one occasion, for example, the diary records the following message: My daughter, tell the whole world about My inconceivable mercy. I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners. On that day the very depths of My tender mercy are open. I pour out a whole ocean of graces upon those souls who approach the Fount of My mercy. The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. Let no soul fear to draw near to Me. Mankind will not have peace until it turns to the Fount of My Mercy. (Diary, No. 699) On May 5, 2000, five days after the canonization of St. Faustina, the Vatican decreed that the Second Sunday of Easter would henceforth be known as Divine Mercy Sunday. The Image Jesus appeared to St. Faustina in a vision, with his right hand raised in a blessing and his left touching his garment above his heart. Red and white rays emanate from his heart, symbolizing the blood and water that was poured out for our salvation and our sanctification. The Lord requested that Jesus, I trust in You be inscribed under his image. Jesus asked that his image be painted and venerated throughout the world: By means of this image I will grant many graces to souls. (Diary, No. 742) The Chaplet of Divine Mercy The Chaplet was also given to St. Faustina with this promise: Whoever will recite it will receive great mercy at the hour of death. Even if there were a sinner most hardened, if he were to recite this chaplet only once, he would receive grace from My infinite mercy. (Diary, No. 687) Any rosary can be used for the Chaplet. Instructions for its recitation are available at the U.S. Bishops Conference website at This article was taken from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops website at prayers/divine-mercy-sunday.cfm. Copyright 2012, USCCB, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. St. Luke Parish will observe Divine Mercy Sunday this afternoon with a Holy Hour starting at 3:00 pm. This time of prayer will include Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, recitation of the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and Benediction. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will also be available. Everyone is invited to join in this special time of prayer and devotion. APRIL 23, 2017 Second Sunday of Easter 3

4 A total of 76 children from the parish will receive their First Eucharist next weekend. New this year, the children will receive the sacrament at two Masses apart from the regular weekend Masses. The Masses are next Saturday, April 29, at 10:30 am and 1:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to come celebrate this beautiful day. Please keep these children and their families in your prayers. Christina Apa Avery Ashley Silvana Barone Leilani Bolaños Maria Brennan Harrison Brown Charlotte Cacciatore Francesca Cacciatore Annamaria Carrozza Rebeca Chavez Branka Chiprich Angel Contreras Justin Dairyko Mary DeGroff Eleanor Denning Clayton Dine Adrien Dubois Frank Fagiano Brody Freund Timothy Gall Connor Ganschow Isabella Garcia Marco Gattone Catherine George Fiona Gibbs Daniel Goodwin Clark Greendyke Lucille Gruber Lucia Gutierrez Erin Hanley Claire Hansen Connor Harmon Lillian Harmon William Heintz III Brendan Houlihan Maeve Houlihan Jackson Hoyt John Irvin Thomas Keane Kaz Kolozak Charles Kuzmich Augustus Leavy Francesco Lodato Alyson Lopez Terence MacCarthy Sophia Macedo Luke Menacho Rocco Menconi Daniela Miranda John Murphy Eli Nash Rocco Nero Marin Nio Sabrina Nitti Payton Norwick Edward O Neill Megan O Shaughnessy Abigail Palmer Evan Roberts-Coleman Nicolas Scudiero Caroline Sheahan Jacqueline Stathopoulos Cassidy Taylor Jake Thies Megan Thomason Tessa Timpone Giuseppe Vetri Ellen Vlerick Jenna Waisvisz James Watts Lucas Wehrman Jack Weiler Audrey Wienkes Maria Winter Madeline Zielinski Ariani Zito 4 WELCOME TO ST. LUKE River Forest, IL

5 One of the many highlights of the Easter Vigil Mass is the lighting of the new Paschal Candle, which was captured from high above this year. The flame, representing the Light of Christ, is carried into church where the congregation lights their own individual candles from the original flame. The candle will be lit during liturgies throughout the Easter Season. Then it is placed next to the baptistery for the remainder of the year and lit for baptisms and funerals, signifying Christ s continued presence with us from birth to the grave. At next weekend s Masses, we re planning to make it easy for all of our parishioners who haven t yet registered to make it official. Why register? Registration is the official way we join a parish community. Many people think that because they attend church they automatically belong. But taking this next step is the way we show our commitment to our community, a way to be included in the religious, social, and ministerial activities of our parish of your parish. Registering in the parish is a statement of faith and confidence in the life and work of our parish. As a parish member, we are all here to help each other on our spiritual journey; we don t want to do this alone. Registration lets us know what sacraments you or your children may need and what gifts you might have to offer through our many ministries. As much as you need us, we need you, too. Are you already registered at St. Luke? One way to know is if you receive regular communications from us, such as offertory envelopes, newsletters, or s. If you do not receive at least one of these, then perhaps you are not registered here. If you re not registered, please pick up a registration packet after Mass next weekend. And fill it out and return it to the rectory or place it in the following week s collection basket. You will be glad you did! We bid farewell this past week to Glenn Wagner, who s been our business manager for the parish and school over the past 10 years, as he packed up for his move to Arizona. Glenn has served in so many functions beyond accounting for the weekly collections and paying the bills: as liaison to the Parish Finance Council, tech advisor on IT and other equipment, and overseer on the construction and maintenance work made possible through the 125 th Anniversary Capital Campaign. Whether it was helping a school family work out tuition payments or a parishioner to sign up for automatic contributions on GiveCentral, Glenn had the answers we needed. We will miss you, Glenn! Many thanks to all who made a special gift to St. Luke s Easter Collection. To date we ve received $71,309 towards our budgeted goal of $80,000. We realize that quite a few people were out of town for the holiday. Your Easter donation is still needed. Please send it to the rectory or place it in the collection basket next weekend. Thanks for your support! APRIL 23, 2017 Second Sunday of Easter 5

6 6 SCRIPTURE READINGS For Masses the week of April Mon: Acts 4:23-31/Ps 2:1-9/Jn 3:1-8 Tue: 1 Pt 5:5b-14/Ps 89:2-3, 6-7, 16-17/Mk 16:15-20 Wed: Acts 5:17-26/Ps 34:2-9/Jn 3:16-21 Thu: Acts 5:27-33/Ps 34:2, 9, 17-20/Jn 3:31-36 Fri: Acts 5:34-42/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14/Jn 6:1-15 Sat: Acts 6:1-7/Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19/Jn 6:16-21 Next Sunday: Acts 2:14, 22-33/Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11/ 1 Pt 1:17-21/Lk 24:13-35 PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK: Kimberly Bak, Don Blood, Fr. Bob Cross, Bill Darley, Steven DiBiase, Robert Gorman, Timothy Harnett, Kathy Ann Howard, Stephen Kehoe, Barry Koster, Frank Kurr, Kevin Nolan, Paul Novak, Kelly Petersen, Geraldine Redmond, Fr. Paul Reicher, Joel Rivera, Jonathan Saucedo, Patti Sheehan, and Tom Trankina AND FOR ALL OUR DECEASED: Sheila Blood, sister of Paul Faherty STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, Peace be with you. ~John 20:19 Are you good at making people feel welcome? When you meet someone new a new neighbor, a new work colleague, or a new parishioner do you make them feel at home? Many of us can probably do a much better job at this. When we make people feel welcome, we make them feel like they are included and accepted. Even a simple hello and a smile go a long way. Our Weekly Offerings From the weekend of April Weekly Budget $15, Actual Weekly Giving $ 5, Fiscal Year to Date (From 7/1/16) Budget to Date $615, Actual Weekly Giving $623, Difference to Date for Year +/(-) $ 8, Easter Goal $ 80, Received to Date $ 71, We are always very grateful for the sacrifices you make to support the mission, goals, and ministry of St. Luke Church. Thank you for your generosity! WELCOME TO ST. LUKE River Forest, IL LPi The Prime Timers thoroughly enjoyed their outing to Misericordia-Heart of Mercy Village on Chicago s far north side on April 11. Our members have visited here several times for the Christmas Brunch in Misericordia s restaurant and gift shop. But this trip was an opportunity to tour the rest of the 31-acre campus that includes housing for 600 children and adults with developmental disabilities as well as classrooms, medical and vocational therapy and recreational facilities. It also was a special treat to meet Sr. Rosemary Connelly (pictured in red blazer), a charismatic Sister of Mercy who has been key to Misericordia s incredible growth for almost 40 years. We now have a greater appreciation of the work they do at Misericordia, which everyone can support by donating to the Candy Day volunteers who will be on many street corners this coming Friday and Saturday. This week, the Prime Timers will play Bridge on Monday in the Hospitality House from noon to 2:30. New members are always welcome, but they should have a basic knowledge of the game. It is a good opportunity to brush up on old skills. Pictures from this event and others can also be found on our Facebook page at

7 The Amen Stitching Group will meet this Friday, April 28, from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm in the Hospitality House. All those interested in needlework of any kind are welcome to come for a fun afternoon. If you are interested in the group or to learn about the group s ongoing project of sewing Baptism garments for infants receiving the sacrament in our parish, come to the meeting or contact Betsy Maloney at Amen! Bishop George J. Rassas will come to St. Luke on Tuesday, May 2, at 7:00 pm, to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation on the 8 th graders of our parish. It s been several years since Bishop Rassas was here for Confirmation, so we look forward to his visit and ask all parishioners to pray for our Confirmandi and their sponsors and parents. If you missed the Wild Goose Encounter on April 1 or you want to continue on in the series there will be another gathering at St. Luke on Thursday, May 4. The Wild Goose is an Irish image for the Holy Spirit and also the title of a 14-part program that explores different experiences of the Holy Spirit and how you can find God s love and transforming power in your own life. Part I God s Love Poured Out will be shown at 7:00 pm in Waldron Hall followed by Part II The Breath of God. Both parts will be followed by small group discussion. Questions? Contact Lauretta Froelich at or LMfroe@sbcglobal.net. Please remember these couples in your prayers as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Marriage: David Andrew Lindley and Shelley Marie Hickey to be wed May 13 Cris Flores and Betsy Gonzalez to be wed July 22 Tobi Ojo and Margaret Nieto to be wed July 22 Luke Longo and Jessica Hood to be wed July 29 Joran Connor Haugens and Joanna Marie Show to be wed August 5 Young men in the Archdiocese of Chicago, ages 13 to 20, are invited with their parents and parish priest to attend an exciting FREE event hosted by Cardinal Blase Cupich at Saint Joseph College Seminary on the Loyola University campus. The event will be next Saturday, April 29, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm at 1120 W. Loyola Avenue in Chicago. This is an open opportunity to see the Archdiocese s college seminary and learn more about the priesthood and how to discern God s call in your life. For registration or other information, visit the Archdiocesan Vocations Office website at chicagopriest.com. For one-time gifts or your weekly Sunday contribution, GiveCentral.org makes it fast and convenient for you to support St. Luke Parish with payments from your bank account or credit card using your computer or smartphone. Try it today! APRIL 23, 2017 Second Sunday of Easter 7

8 Why does the United States lead the world in the number of people incarcerated? The St. Giles Family Mass Community and Parish Social Justice Committee invite everyone to a screening of 13 th, a new Netflix original documentary in which scholars, activists, and politicians explore that question and the criminalization of African Americans and the prison boom in our country. Sunday, May 7, 12:30 to 3:00 pm St. Giles Parish McDonough Hall 1101 Columbian Avenue, Oak Park The documentary was produced by Ava DuVernay, director of the film Selma. It is the perfect follow-up for all those who participated in St. Luke Peace & Justice Committee s discussion of The New Jim Crow book on the same topic last summer. Representatives from UCAN, a Chicago-area advocacy organization, will lead a post-screening discussion and call-to-action. MISERICORDIA CANDY DAYS are coming up this week on Friday, April 28, and Saturday, April 29 Are you widowed and wondering how long it takes before things begin to look better? How to move forward with your life? Then consider attending one of the retreat/workshops for men and women offered by Joyful Again! Ministry this summer. July St. Julie Church in Tinley Park July Holy Family Church in Inverness August Mary Queen of Heaven Church in Elmhurst For more details or registration, call or send an to joyfulagain7211@gmail.com. You can also see a video preview at PLEASE VOLUNTEER! Two or more hours of your time will make a big difference for more than 600 children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. To volunteer, call Cynthia Maroon at or her at cmaroon@yahoo.com (Cynthia ushers at St. Luke at the 7:30 Sunday Mass, and her son Jon has been a resident at Misericordia for more than 33 years.) Thank you! 8 WELCOME TO ST. LUKE River Forest, IL

9 The St. Luke Parish School Board of Specified Jurisdiction (BSJ) has responsibilities to assist the Pastor and the Principal in ensuring the continued excellence, Catholic identity, and vitality of our parish school. Each BSJ member serves on one of the Board s sub-committees. At this time, we are seeking persons interested in serving from in the following areas: Marketing Development Catholic Identity Board meetings are held monthly from September to June, usually on the 3 rd Tuesday. Committees meet as needed to accomplish their work. School parents, parishioners, alumni, and other interested members of the community may apply. To download an application form, go to The forms must be returned to the rectory/parish office by Monday, May 1. Please consider serving our community in this very important role. Thank you, Cassie Crotty, BSJ Chair cassiecrotty@gmail.com Rev. John Szmyd, Pastor jszmyd@stlukeparish.org Moms are invited to join the new women s group that s meeting each Wednesday after the school drop-off for a sturdy cup of coffee at the Panera in the plaza just west of Lake and Harlem. Come chat about school, sports, after-school activities, your child s persistent cough, or how to get rid of ants in your kitchen! Stay five minutes or 50 minutes; it s a great way to connect. For any questions, contact Aimee Devereux at or via at devco@aol.com. Academic Excellence Surrounded by Catholic Faith Consider what makes St. Luke unique and you ll see why our students are so well prepared for high school and beyond: Early Childhood Program includes half day preschool for 3-year-olds, half- and full-day options for 4-year-olds and full-day kindergarten Commitment to technology offers students a fully integrated, cutting-edge academic experience No-cut sports program for students in grades 4 through 8 Chicago Authors Program features visiting authors who encourage students to find their own unique voice Dedicated STEM classroom that puts students at the center of the learning experience Students are attaining outstanding ACT readiness levels and standardized test scores Whether you re looking to give your pre-schooler her or his first educational experience or make a transfer into any of our K-8 grades from another school, come explore what St. Luke can do for your student. Contact Jessie Wiktor at jwiktor@stlukeparish.org to set up a private tour, a shadow day, or just to answer any of your questions or concerns Ashland Avenue APRIL 23, 2017 Second Sunday of Easter 9

10 The St. Luke Athletic Committee congratulates this week s winners of the 500 Club drawing: Gene and Marilyn Herzer Thank you to all who have purchased memberships in the Club, the proceeds of which go directly to fund St. Luke Parish School s athletic programs. Want to know more about the 500 Club and how you can get in on all the fun? Go online to MINISTERS OF THE LITURGY (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2) Sunday, April 30 12:00 pm Servers M Kappe, K Cahill, E Smith Lectors M Brown, K Iammartino Euch Min K Frank, M Frank, S Hopkinson, B Huerta, L Zarate Ushers C Dela Torre, F Gardner, J McInerney Tuesday, May 2 (Confirmation Mass) 7:00 pm Servers E Dillon, C Dooley, R Graves, C Crotty, B Hardy Euch Min L Goslin, M Goslin, B Stumbris, J Stumbris, Bishop Rassas, 2 priests, 1 deacon Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil (anticipated) Mass 5:00 pm, and Sunday 7:30, 9:00, and 10:30 am, and 12:00 noon Weekdays: Monday-Friday, 6:30 & 8:00 am, Saturday 8:00 am Confessions The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation is offered after 6:30 and 8:00 am weekday Masses and by appointment. Call the rectory to schedule a time. Adoration and Benediction Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament occurs every first Saturday after the 8:00 am Mass and rosary. Rectory Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 am-12:00 Noon and 1:00-4:00 pm and by appointment (Call ). Interested in Learning More About the Catholic Faith? Anyone wishing to complete their sacraments or learn more about the Catholic faith may inquire about our adult faith formation program (RCIA) by calling the rectory for more information. 10 Help is right around the corner! 24-Hour Crisis Line: WELCOME TO ST. LUKE River Forest, IL Rev. John Szmyd, Pastor jszmyd@stlukeparish.org Rev. Steven Bauer, Associate Pastor sbauer@stlukeparish.org Rev. Leroy Wickowski (Retired) lwickowski@stlukeparish.org Rev. Mr. John Baier johnbaier@isp.com Rev. Mr. Jim Doyle deacondoyle@gmail.com Rev. Mr. Terry Norton reneeterrynorton@gmail.com Rev. Mr. Bob Slobig bobslobig@comcast.net Rev. Mr. Paul Faherty (retired) 528 Lathrop Avenue, River Forest stlukeparish@stlukeparish.org Agnes Komperda, Office Manager akomperda@stlukeparish.org Sheila Price, Director of Stewardship & Development sprice@stlukeparish.org Arlene Michna, Music Director amichna@stlukeparish.org Bradley Collins, Communications Coordinator bcollins@stlukeparish.org Ashland Avenue, River Forest jschwarzbeck@stlukeparish.org Timothy Wesley, Principal twesley@stlukeparish.org Ashland Avenue, River Forest religiouseducation@stlukeparish.org Sr. Colleen Nolan, O.P., Director cnolan@stlukeparish.org Ashland Avenue, River Forest Sr. Pat Farrell, O.P. pfarrell@stlukeparish.org New Parishioners If you re new to the community or just new to our church, please stop by the rectory to introduce yourself and register so we can welcome you into the full life of our parish. Communion Visits and Ministry of Care A parish priest or Minister of Care will be happy to visit those who are sick or homebound. Please call the rectory to make arrangements. Baptism Baptisms take place on the first and third Sundays of each month. Preparation meetings are held on the first Monday of every month for the parents of children who will be baptized. Arrangements can be made by calling the rectory. Marriage Couples wishing to be married should call the rectory to set up an appointment with one of the parish priests at least six months in advance of the desired wedding date. Anointing of the Sick Elderly parishioners, those in poor health or who are anticipating surgery can call the rectory to arrange to receive the sacrament of anointing.

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