ft Çà UxtàÜ vx ctü á{ Corner of Irving Park Road & Wagner Avenue Schiller Park, Illinois 60176 Rectory: 4157 Atlantic Avenue 847-678-0138 www.stbeatriceparish.org REV. ROBERT SCHULTZ, Pastor REV. MR. RONALD PILARSKI, Permanent Deacon REV. J. JERRY BRESNAHAN, Pastor Emeritus Zerlina Kirchen/REL. ED. 847-671-6429 Richard Gersten, Music Director MASSES Saturday Evening: 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 Noon Weekday Mass (Monday thru Thursday): 8:30 AM Communion Service Friday & Saturday: 8:30 AM Holy Day Masses: 8:30 AM, 12:00 Noon and 7:00 PM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Confession) Saturday Afternoon: 4:00 4:30 PM BAPTISMS Second Sunday of the month 1:15 PM Parents are required to participate in a baptismal prep. class before or after birth of child. For arrangements call the rectory at 847-678-0138. MARRIAGES Church arrangements should be made well ahead of reception and hall arrangements by calling in person at the rectory. Couples are expected to meet with one of the priests before the marriage for instruction and preparation at least 6 months before date of marriage. VISITS TO THE SICK Communion visits are made in homes by making arrangements at the rectory. Anyone who is seriously ill or over 65 and ailing is invited to receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. When a family member is hospitalized, please notify the rectory so that hospital visits can be made. NEW PARISHIONERS Please register at the rectory. Third Sunday of Easter April 30, 2017 You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence. Acts 2:28
PAGE TWO YÜÉÅ à{x ctáàéüëá Wxá~ As we are in the midst of the Easter season, and as we turn to the month of May and the beauty of spring, there are still several important parish events that will take place before things slow down a little bit in the summer. First, our 2 nd grade and Special Sacraments Religious Ed. students will be making their First Holy Communion on Saturday, May 6 th at 10:30am. This is such a joyous occasion for them and their families, so please join me in praying for these students, that they will always carry in their hearts the love that Christ offers to them in the great gift of His Body and Blood in the Eucharist. The following day, on Sunday, May 7 th, we will celebrate our annual May Crowning at the 12:00pm Mass. The month of May is dedicated to our Blessed Mother Mary, and so we begin the month by honoring her and crowning her, just as her Son Jesus crowned her as Queen of Heaven. Mary rightfully earned that title by her willingness to give herself entirely to God s plan of salvation for all people. And Mary continues to act as Queen of Heaven by constantly interceding for all her children, so that we might join her and Jesus one day in heaven. I also want to take this opportunity to remind everyone about two important parish fundraisers that offer you a great deal to win money. The irst is our 200 Club Dinner & Raf le on Saturday, June 3 rd. Tickets for this are on sale after weekend Masses or at the rectory during the week. Each ticket is $100. Each ticket gives you one chance to win a raf le with a $5,000 cash prize, along with four other cash prizes, and the odds are better than the lottery because only 200 tickets will be sold (and as of this past Monday we have 49 tickets sold already). Each ticket also entitles you and one guest to the June 3 rd dinner, which is an all-you-can-eat buffet and open bar (again, two people can come for every one $100 ticket). Plus, you do not need to be present on June 3 rd in order to win. The other ongoing fundraiser that offers a great deal is our Hypod raf le. These raf le tickets are drawn once a week throughout the whole year, and the tickets are only $10. The cash prize is either $100 or $500, depending on the weekend. Plus, even if you win your ticket goes back into the pot. So, for 2017 you still have over 30 chances to win with one $10 ticket. Hypod tickets are available in the pamphlet rack at the back of church, or anytime during the week at the rectory. Finally, every so often I like to offer some Catholic trivia, and I try to focus on different subjects (e.g., the Bible, Church history, etc). This time I thought I would share some trivia about the Knights of Columbus. We are fortunate to have the Knights at St. Beatrice Parish, and I think it is good for parishioners to know more about them. See how you do. Answers will be printed in next week s bulletin. St. Beatrice, pray for us. May God bless you. Fr. Rob What was the name of the young priest credited with founding the Knights of Columbus? Shelby; Sweeny; McGivney; McCarty What was the primary reason the Knights of Columbus was formed? Preparation for priesthood; Help members families in need; Spiritual growth; Scripture reading How many degrees are there in the Knights of Columbus? 2; 4; 8; 12 In addition to the U.S. and Canada, the Knights are present in several other countries. What was the irst European country to have a KC Council? Spain; Germany; Italy; Poland To become a member of the Knights, a man must be over 18 years old and what type of Catholic? Practical; Humble; Devout; Pure
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Some monks and nuns trace their community origins back a thousand years or so, before it became customary to reserve the Blessed Sacrament in tabernacles. In their rules of life, which evolved from the lifestyle and prayer of their predecessors, the core experience of Christ s presence is at the altar itself, and in the symbol of assembly for prayer. To this day, when the monks or nuns file into their church in procession, they march two by two, and then bow profoundly to the altar before turning and bowing in reverence toward the brother or sister at their side. It is probably more difficult, in practice, to revere the presence of Christ in a person who irks you by taking the car keys, shirking a work duty, or burning the toast! We can trace in these religious orders enduring customs the ancient appreciation for the altar as the center of the church building, and of the community of the faithful as the Body of Christ. Usually, a monastery today will reserve the Blessed Sacrament in some quiet corner of the monastic church, in a fairly small space, more suitable for private prayer than for the gathering of the whole community. In a cloister, the architecture may allow the public limited access to this space. Liturgical law tells us, in both monasteries and parish churches, that there is no need for more than a few hosts in the place of reservation, just enough for viaticum, the food for the journey that is the final sacramental celebration for a dying Christian. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. ON THE ROAD One central metaphor employed to describe the Christian life is a journey. In today s second reading, Peter addresses the early Christian community: Conduct yourselves with reverence during the time of your sojourning (1 Peter 1:17). When we think of a journey, we normally think of some kind of movement from point A to point B. The Christian journey, begun in the waters of baptism (point A) has as its ultimate destination eternal life with God in heaven (point B). Unfortunately we find ourselves on all kinds of detours along the way. Because of sin, we make foolish turns and sometimes seem unable to detect the presence of the Lord. Today s story of the two disciples on their way to Emmaus illustrates for us the fact that, even when we are dejected or on one of our many detours, the Lord is there, walking right beside us. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. Third Sunday of Easter PAGE THREE In this Suday s Gosepl, as we hear the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, we also come to know that our daily reaching out to our neighbors is our daily walk with the risen Christ; we recognize him in others. MUSIC MINISTRY If you are interested in joining St. Beatrice Adult Choir, or Children s Choir please Contact Richard Gersten, Music Director (708) 786-8630 or atenorsart@sbcglobal.net The Children s Choir: Karen Lima (Assistant Coordinator) Karen.ann.lima@gmail.com WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER When Joseph awoke, he did as the angel of The Lord had commanded him and took his Wife into his home. Let us learn to accept Each other and Christ in our marriages by Taking part in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend on June 9-11, 2017, at Elk Grove Village, Il. Early registration is Highly recommended. For reservations/ Information, call Jim and Kris at 630-577-0778 or contact us through http:/wwme-chicagoland.org If you would ever like to bring up the Gifts during Mass, please simply let the ushers know before Mass. Anyone is welcome to be gift bearer. EFFECTS The effect of our sharing in the body and blood of Christ is to change us into what we receive. Pope Saint Leo the Great
PAGE FOUR `tááxá YÉÜ g{x jxx~ Sunday April 30th 8:00 Lena Gennetti, req. Family Franklin Losacco, req. Family Kathleen M. Lindbert, req. Mr & Mrs Bob Sztuk 10:00 Roger Louis-Charles, req. Mary Ellen and Joe Stendebach Parishioners Village of Schiller Park, req. Anonymous 12:00 Henrietta & Gerald Smith, req. A. Caragher Vito Natale, req. Family Rafael Avita, req. Avita Family Monday May 1st 8:30 Poor Souls in Purgatory, req. Heidorn Fam. Harry Pietroczynski, req. Joan Zavacki Tuesday May 2nd 8:30 Cliff Albretch, req. Arlene Caragher Joseph & Mary Traxler, req. Family Wednesday May 3rd 8:30 Eugene Gersten, req. Richard Gersten Thursday May 4th 8:30 Richard Scanlon Friday May 5th 8:30 Purgatorial Society 8:30 Anita Habura, req. Ministry of Consolation 10:30 First Communion 5:00 Peggy Kilroy, req. Dolores Kilroy Mellody Perna, req. Shirley & Al Mary Ellen Bedrosian, req. Barbara and Douglas Matsunaqa 8:00 Lena Gennetti, req. Family Franklin Losacco, req. Family Parishioners 10:00 Bernard Kenny, req. Family Steve Henkels, req. Family 12:00 Michael Berger, req. Linda Sue Stroup Rest in Peace It is a holy and wholesome thought that we pray for the dead, Please remember David A. Lowrey in your prayers. TÄàtÜ fxüäxüá 5:00 C. Widuch 8:00 M. Stendebach 10:00 A. Herrera, A. Herrera 12:00 V. DelPilar, R. DelPilar, R. DelPilar _xvàéüá 5:00 E. Melnitzke 8:00 H. Heidorn 10:00 R. Lima 12:00 Z. Kirchen, Family Mass ` Ç áàxüá Éy VÉÅÅâÇ ÉÇ 5:00 A. Pilarski, J. Widuch 8:00 B. Griffin, H. Heidorn, J. DeLeon 10:00 C. Bloomfield, N. Figueroa, C. Fippinger 12:00 Z. Kirchen, M. Morgan 5:00 Fr. Rob 8:00 Fr. Rob 10:00 Fr. Rob 12:00 Fr. Rob `táá cüxá wxü READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29 Tuesday: Acts 7:51 8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday: 1 Cor 15:1-8; Ps 19:2-5; Jn 14:6-14 Thursday: Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-51 Friday: Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 6:52-59 Saturday: Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; Jn 6:60-69 Sunday: Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Ps 23:1-6; 1 Pt 2:20b-25; Jn 10:1-10
cäxtáx cütç YÉÜ Paul Pignatelli Connie Chiparo Lucy Ramirez Pauline Givens Adriana Morello Bill Cyplick Clada Lucio Veronica L. Ernst Kathy DeCarlo Lucille Dalbis Carol Masucci Virginia Ohman Gloria Sullivan Julia Holda Phyllis Hanlon Carol Heidorn Bob Sztuk Lorraine Dugo Martha Condreras Divine Savior s Divine Derby Bash Come join the Catholic Community of Divine Savior from 4:30 to 11:00pm on Saturday, May 6 for the Divine Derby Bash. This fun event with a Southern Theme will feature real time Kentucky Derby Viewing and Betting, Table Games, Video Horse Racing, a Basket Raffle. A $1,000 Grand Raffle, a Poker Corner, a Silent Auction, Blackjack and Entertainment. In addition, there will be Wine, Craft Beer, Bourbon and Specialty Cocktail Bars and in keeping with the Theme, Southern-Style Appetizers, Main Plates and Desserts. $20 advance purchase tickets include $5 in free gaming chips. Tickets are $25 at the door. Tickets will be available in the vestibule of the church after Masses and at the Rectory Business Office. Fancy hats and bow ties are welcome! This event is for those 21 and above only. Divine Savior Catholic Church is located at 7740 W. Montrose Ave., Norridge, IL. ST. BEATRICE WOMEN S CLUB Please save the date and plan to attend our Luncheon, Saturday, May 27th at 1:00pm for our Installation of Officers and Woman of the Year. it will be held at the Great Escape. PAGE FIVE Weekend of April 22nd & 23rd, 2017 Weekly $4,139.10 Maintenance..$55.00 Easter..$1,110.00 Flowers $5.00 Holy Land $15.00 Budget.$5,076.92 Actual..$4,139.10 Short (837.82) MANY THANKS HYPOD WEEK OF April 23rd, 2017 $100 Marlene Bacha Tkt#74 Seller M. Bacha Tickets are still available from the Rectory during the week. 2017 HYPOD TICKETS 2017 HYPOD TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE USHERS AFTER MASS, OR AT THE RECTORY DURING THE WEEK. HYPOD IS THE BIGGEST FUND RAISER THE PARISH HAS, TICKETS ARE $10.00 AND ARE GOOD FOR 52 DRAWINGS A YEAR. PLEASE HELP THE PARISH IN RAISING MONEY FOR THIS FUND RAISER. PRIZES $100 EVERY WEEK (40 DRAWINGS) $500 LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH (12 DRAWINGS) CONCERT Our Concert Series continues with Violinist Anthony Kawalkowski and Music from the Heart. Plan to join Chicago s own Violinist Anthony Kawalkowski on Wednesday, May 24th at 7:00pm in church for a variety of Light Classics, Broadway, Standards and your favorite requests. Tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased at the organ after any mass, at the rectory or at the door the evening of the concert.
PAGE SIX Religious Education News Coordinator of Religious Education: Ms. Zerlina Kirchen Phone: 847-671-6429 Email: religiousedcoordinator@outlook.com Upcoming Events Thursday, May 4, 2017 First Communion Rehearsal 7pm in Church Saturday, May 6, 2017 First Communion 10:30am in Church Sunday, May 7, 2017 Last Family Mass 12 Noon Student volunteers will be reading and bringing up the gifts May Crowning with our First Communicants will take place at this Mass Thank You! I would like to thank all those who participated in the Living Stations of the Cross: Liliana Alarcon, Dale Buencillo, Alec Bunag, Cicero Bunag, Vanessa Bunag, Jacob Corral, Julia Danowski, Gabriella DeLeon, Reeve Del Pilar, Ryvin Del Pilar, Gustavo Ferrer, Rebecca Ferrer, Corey Finegan, Jessica Finegan, Madylin Finegan, Yanna Flor, Joshua Galizia, Rosa Heredia, Patrycija Jedrek, Pavol Kasik, Vinny Lucy, Julia Markowski, Jack Martin, Mia Martin, Ryan Martin, Bruce May, Roger May, David Mendez, Luna Morgan, Allan Cole Parcero, Samantha Parsons, Jacob Porras, Michael Ryan, Ariana Sosa, Samantha Sosa. I would like to thank Ms. Michelle Morgan for her tremendous efforts to bring us the Living Stations this year. I d also like to thank Deacon Ron Pilarski, Katrina Finegan, and Sandra Cervantes for their dedication, time and effort to coordinate and organize the Living Stations. I d also like to thank Mrs. Yogi Martin, Mrs. Nicole May, and the many parents who volunteered in various ways. I also would like to thank Mrs. Karen Lima, Ms. Lynn Louis Charles and Mr. Julio Cuomo who helped provide the music.
May Calendar PAGE SEVEN May 1st May 2nd May 3rd May 4th May 6th May 7th May 8th May 9th May 11th May 13th May 14th May 15th May 17th May 18th May 20th May 21st Liturgy Meeting 7:00pm A. A. Meeting 7:00pm Finance Meeting 7:30pm K. C. Meeting 7:30pm First Communion Rehearsal 7:00pm Baptismal Prep. Meeting 7:30pm Alanon Meeting 7:30pm First Communion 10:30am 200 Club Ticket Sales after Mass Family Mass & May Crowning 12:00-Noon 200 Club Ticket Sales after all Masses A. A. Meeting 7:00pm SVDP Meeting 9:15am Alanon Meeting 7:30pm 200 Club Ticket Sales after Mass 200 Club Ticket Sales after all Masses A. A. Meeting 7:00pm K. C. Meeting 7:30pm Alanon Meeting 7:30pm 200 Club Ticket Sales after Mass 200 Club Ticket Sales after all Masses MASS BOOK FOR YEAR 2017 OUR 2017 MASS BOOK IS NOW OPEN. WE ASK THAT YOU FILL OUT THIS FORM AND EITHER DROP IT OFF AT THE RECTORY OR PUT IT IN THE COLLECTION BASKET. THE MASS STIPEND IS $10.00 FOR EACH INTENTION. OUR MASS SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS: DAILY MASS MONDAY THURSDAY 8:30 A.M. SATURDAY 5:00 P.M. SUNDAY 8:00 A.M., 10:00 A.M. AND 12:00 NOON OUR HOLY DAY SCHEDULE IS: 8:30 A.M., 12:00 NOON AND 7:00 P.M. IF WE CANNOT SCHEDULE YOUR INTENTIONS AT THE TIME AND DATE REQUESTED, WE WILL SCHEDULE THEM AS CLOSE TO THOSE TIMES AS POSSIBLE. your name phone #
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Beatrice Church #512014 4157 Atlantic Avenue Schiller Park, IL 60176 TELEPHONE 847 678-0138 CONTACT PERSON Pat Sullivan SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2010 Adobe XI Windows 7 TRANSMISSION TIME Tuesday 3:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION April 30th, 2017 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS