ST PAUL THE APOSTLE Catholic and School 18 Woodlawn, Joliet, Illinois 60435 815-725-1527 www.stpauljoliet.com June 30, 2013
St. Paul the Apostle Parish Office: 815-725-1527 Parish Fax 815-730-9907 School: 815-725-3390 Religious Education 815-725-6927 Youth Ministry: 815-730-8599 RCIA (Roberta Lemke) 815-725-1403 Parish Email: stpauljoliet@sbcglobal.net Rev. John Klein, Pastor x243 Rev. John Belmonte, S.J., Resident x230 Rev. James Lennon, Weekend Celebrant Deacon William Bevan, III Deacon John Freund jfreund@dioceseofjoliet.org Lynne Passarella, Parish Secretary x200 Denise Rowan, Business Manager x203 Mary K. Robbins, Principal x401 Sr. Karen Marie Lanigan, O.S.F., D.R.E. x301 Jeremy Hylka, Liturgical and Youth Minister x320 Tanya Rand, Dean of Devel.&Mrktg. x201 Raymond Kaufmann, Director of Music Saturday, June 29 4:30PM Mary Ann Meyer by: E. Meyer Ann & Earl Maddus by: Fredricks Family Sunday, June 30 7:30AM Frank Lucas by: C. Lukowski 9:00AM Frank & Margaret Trizna by: F. Rogina Richard DeCraene by: A. Theobald 10:30AM The People of St. Paul the Apostle Monday, July 1 7:30AM Marianne Gulas by: Colbert Family Tuesday, July 2 7:30AM Helen Vercelli by: The Paulites Wednesday, July 3 7:30AM Gilbert Barths by: John & Mary Walsh Thursday, July 4 9:00AM Arthur Schultz by: Clara Schultz Friday, July 5 7:30AM William F. Brennan by: John & Mary Walsh 4:30PM John & Teresa Vidican by: D. Ferlin Catherine Ryan by: Family Next Sunday, July 7 7:30 AM Daniel Altiery by: F. Altiery 9:00 AM Beverly Haberkorn by: Leonard 10:30 AM The People of St. Paul the Apostle NEXT WEEKEND S LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS TIME READERS EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS 4:30 PM P Wilda/ A Kikosz N Pultorak, P Larranaga, L Garcia, R Lemke, G Louch, J Militello, G Wheeler Sunday, July 7 7:30 AM J Bebar/ L Deiss S Stukel, C Lehman, C Lukowski, P Stroud, K & L Briick, J Peceniak 9:00 AM A Theobald/ D Gross L & M Laux, P Gimbel, M A Theobald, J & J Klika, L Nichols 10:30 AM M Maloney/ K Denardo S Hobbs, B Bayci, D Fonza, B Bodach, P Bodach, W Seaward M Seaward Next Weekend s Servers: 4:30 PM L & S Serrato/ R & P Kasheimer Sunday, July 7 7:30 AM Z Offerman/ Z & H Bebar/ G Underhill 9:00 AM M Talarico/ V DeFilippo/ M Misischia/ C Castillo 10:30AM J Scherf/ A Lennon/ A Simon/ I Todd Reflection on Stewardship Embracing a simpler lifestyle enables us to live more generously. June 16, 2013 $15,470.00 (This amount includes Direct Donation) Budgeted per week: $17,500.00. Weekday Mass: Mon-Fri 7:30 AM (Tues, 8:30 AM during school year) Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM Sunday Mass: 7:30,9:00,10:30 AM Holy Day Masses: Variable-check bulletin. Reconciliation: Sat 3-4 pm or by appointment. Baptism: Usually 2nd Sunday of the month after 10:30am Mass. A preparation meeting for parents is mandatory. Call the parish office for details Weddings: Engaged parishioners must contact the parish office at least 6 mos. prior to intended date, and before making any arrangements. RCIA: Classes from September to Easter for those interested in becoming Catholic. Becoming a Parishioner: Please contact the parish office to register All Are Welcome!
FROM FATHER JOHN: All the good works in the world are not equal to the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass because they are the works of men; but the Mass is the work of God. Martyrdom is nothing in comparison for it is but the sacrifice of man to God; but the Mass is the sacrifice of God for man. St. John Vianney If we were to ask Father Guido Sarducci, from the old Saturday Night Live Show, what was the one thing that he desired most in life he would say that it was really important for him to become a Monsignor because, as a Monsignor, he could get a better cut of veal in Rome. If we were to ask our Lord Jesus Christ to tell us today in a few words what is the one thing he desires of us more than anything else, I am confident that he would say; Be Holy. This is exactly what Jesus told his disciples, Be Holy as your Father in Heaven is Holy, be perfect as your Father in heaven is perfect. All the other gifts that we have are good and desirable. Gifts like social skills, the ability to speak well, athletic ability, administrative skills, leadership skills, agility of mind, an awakened heart, all of these gifts and any others that we can think of are like a body without a soul if we don t have holiness. Without holiness, these gifts are like a body without a soul they are lifeless, dead and inert. St. Paul writes in his first letter to the Thessolonians (4:3) this is the will of God, your sanctification (or holiness). Our God wills that we be holy. In fact, if we read the New Testament, we will see that holiness is the overarching purpose of our existence. The Acts of Apostles and the letters of St. Paul also tell us that even before Christians were known as Christians, the members of the were called saints. There was an expectation that the members of the were holy, that they were saints, that they were sanctified. God s presence in the world is infallible, is eternal, is immanent, is majestic and powerful and is full of love and mercy. We live in a cynical, hostile and erotic society that seeks a sign from God. The only sign that most people in the world will heed of God s great presence in the world is the holiness of life that is in the that claims to be God s voice in the world. And that is what you and I claim to be, God s voice in the world. The Catholic mediates the presence of God in the world and, as members of the, we too, claim to mediate the presence of God in the world. We must be holy if we expect people to heed our voice. We have to care enough about what the true meaning of holiness is so that we can embrace real and true holiness rather than putting on a display of artificial and false piety. And, we have to care enough about our life-long faith journey, our redemption, our sanctification and the immediate practice of our faith so that we can allow God s will for us to become our own will. All of this begs two questions. The first is, What is the real meaning of holiness? The second question is, How are we to grow in holiness? Lumen Gentium The Dogmatic Constitution on the says this about holiness, holiness is that sanctity which is cultivated by all who act under God s Spirit, and obeying the Father s voice and adoring God the Father in spirit and in truth, follow Christ, poor, humble and cross-bearing, that they may deserve to be partakers of his glory. Each one, however, according to his own gifts and duties must steadfastly advance along the way of a living faith, which arouses hope and works through love. Holiness, therefore, is the advancement in the perfection of our love of God and our love of neighbor, whatever our state of life might be, as we live out our journey of faith; as we act under the guidance of the Holy Spirit both in our prayerful relationship with God and in our earthly relationships with family, friends, neighbors, strangers and aliens. We see the ultimate in holiness in the life of Jesus Christ. The four gospels show us that Jesus had an intense, intimate and prayerful relationship with God the Father. Strengthened by the love of the Father, we see holiness revealed by Jesus in his numerous acts of self-giving love. He comes among us as one who serves, he washes his disciples feet, he feeds the hungry, he heals the sick, he eats with lepers, he cares for the lame, the outcasts and the suffering. We see his supreme act of holiness when he lays down his life for his friends; think about it - he lays down his life on the cross because of his intense love of God the Father and because of his intense love of each of us. This then is what real holiness is. It is having an intense, intimate, prayerful and loving relationship with God that inspires us to love one another as Christ Jesus loved us; to love one another in a self-giving way that demonstrates that we care more for the good and the happiness of our neighbor than we care for ourselves. How, then, are we to grow in Holiness? It s an incredibly important question because if we do not grow in holiness we are doomed; personally doomed, culturally doomed, doomed as a society, doomed as a nation and doomed as individuals. Because of space limitations in the bulletin, I will have to answer that question next week.
LIFE We are reminded that, as a gift from God, every human life is sacred, from conception until natural death. The life and dignity of every person must be respected and protected at every stage and in every condition. The Kingdom of God is recognizing that we are all made in the image and likeness of God, and thus are called to respect each other and the dignity of every human being. ~ Most Reverend Martin D. Holley, Auxiliary Bishop of Washington, Homily marking the beginning of Respect Life Month, October 4, 2012 Copyright 2013, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The pilgrim experience of going by foot to Santiago de Compostella, the shrine of St. James, reaches its high point a month from now at the feast of the Apostle. By now, tens of thousands of pilgrims are already on the road. Typically, they cover twelve to twenty miles a day through rough territory. The difficult journey and the often primitive lodging facilities are made bearable by the joy of the pilgrims, their songs and prayers. When their journey is documented properly, they receive the scallop shell, a reminder not only of James the fisherman, but also his call to fish for human beings and to baptize the nations. In the Middle Ages, those who wore this badge on their hats were granted lodging and hospitality wherever they went. Next to the palm, the sign of a Jerusalem pilgrim, the scallop shell was most highly prized. In the Middle Ages, some people so enjoyed the pilgrim road, although it was filled with discomfort and danger, that they spent most of their lives on the road. Today, some people take up the route for exercise, but are drawn gradually into the spirituality of the journey. As you make your summer travels, always fold in an element of pilgrimage: a long walk through beautiful countryside, a visit to a church, a prayer of gratitude for your journey through life's hills and valleys. --James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co. St. Anne Crest Hill Parish Picnic Sunday, July 28, 2013 Noon to 9PM St. Joseph Park 13th Sunday Ordinary Time June 23, 2013 Food...Bake Sale Games...Raffle Drinks...Moonwalk...Bingo Kids Games 1-4PM Live Music: 1-5PM DJ Tom Piskur 5-9Pm Acoustic Avenue SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time; Monday: Blessed Junípero Serra; Canada Day Wednesday: St. Thomas Thursday: Independence Day Friday: St. Elizabeth of Portugal; St. Anthony Mary Zaccaria; First Friday Saturday: St. Maria Goretti; Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday REPORTING SEXUAL ABUSE: Anyone who has reasonable cause to suspect the sexual abuse of a minor by a member of the clergy or other personnel is urged to report the matter immediately. To inform the Diocese of Joliet, call Mrs. Judith Speckman (Victim assistance Coordinator) at 815-263-6467 or write the Diocese of Joliet, 425 Summit Street, Joliet, Illinois 60435, or contact DCFS or your local County States Attorney.
Parish News St. Paul s Youth Ministry (FOLLOW) New members are always welcome. You must be confirmed and/or in high school! Contact Youth Minister Jeremy Hylka at 815-730-8599 or stpaulsyouth@sbcglobal.net Website: www.stpaulyouth.com Facebook: St. Paul s Youth Ministry Joliet Youth Leadership Conference at Lewis University June 28-30. Mass and Rosary Fri, July 12 from 7:15 to 8:30am. Daybreak Sat., July 13 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. Other big events in July (more info on website): Open Gym (7/15 and 7/22) Feed My Starving Children (7/16) Chicago Train Trip (7/23) World Youth Day in Joliet w/tent night, Youth Mass and vigil (7/26-28) Cluster Softball and Cookout (7/30) R.E.P. NEWS In need of information about Our Religious Education Program? Please call the REP office at 815-725-6927 The Paulites July 2013 Program Date: Wed, July 10, 2012 Time Place Lunch will be served at Noon St Paul the Apostle Parish Center 130 Woodlawn Avenue Joliet, IL 60435 We want you at our picnic Cost $ 8.00 Member ATTENTION! ATTENTION! IT IS TIME TO GET YOUR SELLING CAPS ON THE GIANT RAFFLE IS HERE For every two tickets sold you are entered into the sellers drawing where you can win prizes valued at $5000.00. If you sell 10 tickets, you will get a free raffle ticket entry to win the grand prize up to $50,000.00, or any of the many other cash prizes. Remember this raffle helps keep our campus in safe and updated condition for our families. If you need tickets please contact Lynne at the Rectory. Let s get going and sell, Sell, SELL! God Protect Our Troops And Their Families Menu: $ 9.00 Non-Member - (Guest) Fried Chicken / Cole Slaw / Potato Salad prepared by Lillian Cepon Dessert Hot and Cold Drinks Entertainment: Bingo ======================================= Payment must be made by: Wed July 3 rd, 2013 NAME Paid NAME Paid
Calendar News Sunday, June 30 9:00am Mass 10:30am Mass Monday, July 1 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 7:00pm A A Meeting School Hall 9:00am Mass Thursday, July 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY ALL OFFICES AND BUILDINGS CLOSED Friday, July 5 ALL OFFICES AND BUILDINGS CLOSED Tuesday, July 2 5:00pm Youth Ministry Convent 6:30pm Boy Scouts #15 School Hall 7:30pm Baptismal Prep A 1 Wednesday, July 3 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 3:00pm Confessions 4:30pm Vigil Mass Sunday, July 7 9:00am Mass 10:30am Mass Chrurch Patricia Balla Erin Bartel Gerri Bertino Mason Briese Patricia Burda Noemi Canales Gerard Colagrossi Laura Criel Sally Drauden Jean Fabich Mary Patricia Fischer For the most current calendar information please go to www.stpauljoliet.com Pray for the Sick Please remember the following people in your prayers who are seriously ill or who are suffering from long-term illnesses: Judith Gahala Harn Family Sami Henderson Ann Juhlmann Kenneth Kaczynski Ann Kane Mary Kaplan Michael Lapikas Helen Locher Carol Malnar Shirley Max Helen Meyer Terry Meyer Robert Miller Betty Modlin John Mowbray Jeanie Nunuue Kurt Palmer Kay Prock Walter Ratkovich Amy Remallard Lisa Savero Barbara Schreiner Richard Schreiner Tony Simone Louis Toka Sal Ventura Nancy Zimmer
RICA- Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults The Process of Becoming Catholic We will begin interviews for those who wish to begin the Process Of becoming Catholic this Fall during the months of June, July and August. Please call Roberta Lemke at 815-725-1403 for more information. This includes the following persons: Those seeking Baptism Those baptized Catholics seeking Holy Communion and Confirmation. This process of conversion will begin after Labor Day. Classes will take place at 10:30 AM each Sunday. A Father Looks Back Longtime country music singer Kenny Rogers has a song called Water and Bridges, which highlights a father's pain after losing a child to abortion. Rogers told CNN that the song is not about him, but is "really about choices you make when you're young that you pay for when you're old." He goes on to explain, "It starts off with a young couple who have an abortion, and the guy says, 'If a father could hold his son, I could undo what's been done, but I guess everyone is living with water and bridges.'" Counseling and healing is available for any man or woman who has lost a child to abortion. See www.rachelsvineyard.org for details. Year Houses TargetGoal Donors TotalGifts TotalPmts PCTGoal 2,013 1,395 68,126.00 347 66,846.00 54,908.50 98.12% Totals: 2,013 1,395 68,126.00 347 66,846.00 54,908.50 CMAA CATHOLIC MINISTRIES ANNUAL APPEAL We are only 1.88% from our goal. Families who have not yet pledged please use the envelope provided by the Diocese of Joliet on the tables in the Narthex to step up and help St. Paul s make our goal. As shown in the chart above only 347 families have answered this call. Surely we have a few more families who benefit from all the ministries and good work our Diocese provides for us. We need your help to reach our 100%. If you have any questions please contact Lynne at the Rectory 815-725-1527. BACK TO SCHOOL FAIR The annual Will County back to School Fair coordinated by Catholic Charities Daybreak Center is scheduled for Thurs. Aug 1, 2013, 11:00am to 7:00pm at the University of St. Francis, in Joliet. Last year 4800 children and their families attended the FAIR where they received free physicals, immunizations, dental treatment, lead and TB testing, information on housing, budgeting, social programs and much more. Each year St. Paul the Apostle has stepped up to assist the needy families in Will County by donating needed school supplies for the children. This year Catholic Charities is asking we supply the students with BLUE or BLACK PENS! Your generosity is very much appreciated; please know that these items will help needy families many of which may be your friends and neighbors. These items will be collected after all masses on July 20-21, 2013.