SAINT ISAAC JOGUES PARISH 8149 Golf Road ~ Niles, IL 60714 847/967-1060 ~ Fax # 847/967-1070 Website: http://sij-parish.com Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009
Page Two Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 and sought out St. Hilary, the Bishop of Poitiers, as a spiritual mentor. Ordained an exorcist; Martin became a monk and went on to be chosen as the Bishop of Tours. His orthodoxy, eloquence, and holiness made him a beloved shepherd. Miracles were credited to him as well as the gift of spiritual discernment. It is said that, as he lay dying in 397, he recognized an evil spirit. Martin was strong enough to confront the spirit: What do you want, horrible beast? You will find nothing in me that is yours! MARTINMAS: Faith and Folklore November 11 is the Feast of St. Martin of Tours. Born in 316, at a time when the Roman empire was making a rough transition from paganism to Christianity, Martin became a courageous witness without suffering martyrdom. Even though his parents were militantly pagan, Martin associated freely with Christians. He became a catechumen before entering military service at fifteen. During this time, he encountered a poor, naked beggar at the gates of Amiens. The beggar asked for alms in Christ's name. Martin had nothing to give the beggar. He cut his cape in two, and gave half to the freezing man. The following night, in a dream, Christ appeared to Martin wearing the part of the cape he had given to the beggar, and said: Martin, the Catechumen, has clothed me with his mantle!" At eighteen, Martin was baptized. He no longer wished to be a soldier, but, at the pleading of his superior officer, he remained in service two more years. Martin s crisis of conscience developed not only because he had embraced the peace of Christ, but because the emperor, Julian the Apostate, was a pagan reactionary and an enemy of the Church. Martin refused to serve. The emperor accused him of cowardice and had him imprisoned. Eventually Martin was released The spirit left him and Martin died in peace. Devotion to St. Martin of Tours spread throughout Europe. In the Middle Ages, Martinmas, his feast day on November 11, was celebrated with extraordinary solemnity. Harvest time and winter's onset brought pre- Christian customs and the saint's day together. That is why St. Martin became the patron of wine and vintners. Legends of the saint and charming folklore combined to make Martinmas the closest antecedent to Thanksgiving. Roast Goose and a banquet were part of the English, German, and Dutch heritage even after the Protestant Reformation. Perhaps those closer to their European roots have heard stories of visions of St. Martin himself, riding across meadow and moor on a white horse. The childlike or visionary will tell you that from his divided, torn cloak, St. Martin releases the first snow of the season. That is why, with the first snow, Polish and German children, cry out: Here comes St. Martin on his white horse! I am told that is the reason for baking a delicious, horseshoe-shaped cookie -- St. Martin's Horseshoes. I don't have the recipe. Do you? -Fr. Luczak
Page Three Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 Financial Snapshot First Sunday of November 2009 Actual Budget Difference Actual Last Yr Difference Sunday Collection $14,630 $14,500 $130 $14,630 $13,368 $1,262 All Saints/All Souls $ 3,289 $ 3,200 $ 89 $ 3,289 $ 3,066 $ 223 Month to Date $17,919 $17,700 $219 $17,919 $16,434 $1,485 Year to Date $194,316 $194,075 $241 $194,316 $194,210 $ 106 Again this week there is good financial news! Both last weeks Sunday collection and the All Saints/All Souls collections exceeded our budgeted target. But please don t become complacent. We need everyone who attends mass to contribute $2.00 more so that we can meet this years budget. Our thanks to everyone who has contributed to the Parish s support. St. Isaac Jogues Raffle! Support you Parish! Take a Chance & Buy a Ticket! $5,000 GRAND PRIZE PLUS Two $1,000 Prizes Three $ 500 Prizes Five $ 100 Prizes ALL PROCEEDS WILL REMAIN IN THE PARISH!! DRAWING OF PRIZES WILL BE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6TH 2009 Tickets can be mailed, brought to the Rectory or dropped in the Sunday Collection Donation for individual tickets is $10 Or You can receive 7 tickets for $50 Or 20 tickets for $100 Must be 18 years of age to win
Page Four Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 SPIRITUAL LIFE ALTAR SERVERS +Training for NEW ALTAR SERVERS continues this Monday, November 9 th, at 5:30 p.m. We will finish in time for students to go to RE class. +There is a meeting for ALL Altar Servers on Monday, November 16 th, at 6:00 p.m. in church. CATHOLICS COME HOME The Archdiocese of Chicago, with the Dioceses of Rockford and Joliet, are undertaking the Catholics Come Home initiative beginning with a media campaign from mid-december to mid-january. In preparation for the invitation, welcome and accompaniment phases of the initiative, we are seeking members of the parish to be part of a Catholics Come Home committee. If you are willing to listen to the stories of those who have been away from us, offer a warm welcome and help assist them in their return to the sacraments and the life of the Church, please call Deacon Paul or Dee Stanton, 847/966-1180. We would like to hold a first planning meeting very soon. In the meantime all are asked to pray for this endeavor and for our brothers and sisters whose return we await. TO COMFORT AND REMEMBER Parishioners who have experienced the death of a family member or friend in the past year or who are observing the death anniversary of someone dear to them are invited to the annual Bereavement Prayer Service on Saturday, November 21 st at 11:00 a.m. in Church. The service will include an honoring of the memory of those who have died with a calling of their names and the giving of a small remembrance to those who grieve their passing. If you plan on attending the Prayer Service and would like your spouse, family member or friend s name called, please contact the RE office, 847/966-1180, by Wednesday, November 18 th, and give the name and its spelling. These names will also be included in the Prayer Service booklet. After that date you may still call in the name and participate in the service, but we will be unable to include it in the booklet. You are also welcome to bring a photo of your loved one to be placed on a table during the service. All are welcome to be part of this time of prayer as we comfort, support, and encourage one another in the sure and certain hope Christ s Resurrection gives. Hospitality will follow in the Holy Family Room. ADVENT WREATH LIGHTERS Advent is coming and families and individuals are invited to participate in the lighting of the Advent Wreath the four weeks of the season. It will be lit at the beginning of each Mass (except the 5 p.m. Mass the First Sunday of Advent, when it will be blessed and lit after the Prayer of the Faithful). Please sign up in the Holy Family Room next weekend or contact the RE Office, 847/966-1180, this week. Arrive about ten minutes before Mass to find places to sit and to go to the sacristy to look over the simple instructions. It s a special way to call our community to prayer as we await the coming of the Lord in this season of quiet anticipation and hope-filled preparation. EDUCATION RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS *First Reconciliation Retreat permission slips are to be turned in to the RE Office or your child s catechists by November 9 th. The retreat is this Saturday, November 14 th, 1:00-3:30 p.m. in the Holy Family Room. A parent/ guardian is encouraged to attend the retreat with their child. *The RE Programs Thanksgiving Service Project is collecting food to make boxes for two families, which will be delivered by members of the St. Vincent DePaul Society. We would appreciate it if you would have your child bring at least one of the food item listed or a monetary donation that your child earned by doing an extra chore or sacrificing part of his/her allowance or giving up a snack, etc. Kindergarten families who wish to participate in the
Page Five Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 project are asked to send canned cranberry sauce to class next Sunday, November 15 th. Students in Grs. 1- Confirmation Year II are asked to bring their donations on Monday, November 16 th. If you can support the project with just one item or with just prayer, great! If you can do more, great! No matter what your sacrifice, please support the project! Thank you! *RE and SPRED Catechists and Assistants will have a formation evening on Tuesday, November 17 th, 7-9 p.m. in the Holy Family Room. Sister Kathleen Skrocki, CR, will lead our reflection on Renewing Your Call. Interested parishioners are welcome to join us. *********************************************************************************** READINGS FOR THE THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Daniel 12:1-3 Psalm 16:5, 8-11 Hebrews 10:11-14, 18 Mark 13:24-32 ABOUT NEXT WEEK S READINGS DANIEL: The book of Daniel was written 150 years before Christ, when the Jews were experiencing fierce persecution. The author wanted to encourage the people by telling heroic stories about a person named Daniel who Lived many centuries earlier. For most of their history, Old Testament people believed only in, at best, a shadowy existence after death. Today s passage contains one of the earliest references to a growing belief in a more developed form of life after death. HEBREWS: Scholars feel that the community for which the Letter to the Hebrews was written included Christians of Jewish origin. Since the letter was written after the Jewish temple was destroyed, they were pining for the old days when the high priest offered daily sacrifices in the temple. The author says they shouldn t feel sad. They no longer need a temple, ******************************************************************** HUMAN CONCERNS Nov. 9 Flu Clinic Cancelled Due to shortages of the seasonal flu vaccine, Walgreen s has cancelled the flu shot clinic they were to hold here tomorrow, Nov. 9. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For information on where you may find a flu shot, call the manager of the Walgreen s at Golf & Washington at 847-657-9863. Safety & Health Board Meeting The newly forming Safety & Health Board meets this Tues., Nov. 10, at 7PM in Room 6. The Board s purpose is to support & expand our Parish Nurse Program. Those interested in maintaining the health & safety of our parish & local communities are welcome to join. For further information, please contact Pat Kellen, Parish Nurse, Advocate Health Care/ St. Isaac Jogues, at 967-1094. Celebration of Mass & the H1N1 Influenza The Archdiocese of Chicago (through the Office for Divine Worship) and US Conference of Catholic of Bishops (through the Secretariat for Divine Worship) have issued recommendations as regards Swine Flu and the celebration of Mass. Both emphasize the import of good hygiene and common sense. All of us would do well to remember that frequent cleansing of the hands, either with soap and water or with an alcohol based solution combats the spread or contraction of flu. This is especially important for those who minister Holy Communion during the celebration of the Eucharist. Ordinary and Extraordinary Ministers should make an effort to cleanse their hands discretely before and after distributing Holy Communion. An anti-bacterial solution makes this process very easy to do. (archchgo.org/h1n1/parishes) The USCCB further states that priests and deacons as well should be
Page Six Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 especially reminded of the need to practice good hygiene and that Ministers of Holy Communion should always wash their hands before Mass begins. (usccb.org/liturgy/swineflu.shtml) As regards the sign of peace and Holy Communion, ODW says, Those with flu or cold symptoms should especially act responsibly. Refraining from taking Holy Communion from the Chalice and sharing the sign of peace with a simple nod of the head and verbal exchange instead of shaking hands, and avoiding close contact with others will go a long way in helping prevent others from catching the same illness. The USCCB reminds us, though, that Adults may be contagious (with H1N1) from one day before developing symptoms up to seven days after getting sick. Children can be contagious for longer Stay home when you are sick The faithful should be instructed not to receive from the cup if they feel ill. The USCCB and ODW will continue to monitor the situation and provide pastoral responses to influenza in particular local areas. For further information, visit: Ten Questions on Influenza/ H1N1 Flu and the Liturgy from the USCCB www.usccb.org/liturgy/swineflu.shtmi; www.archchicago.org (click on H1N1Influenza on left side of the Home Page); www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu. October 4 Flu Clinic Report At the October 4 Flu Shot Clinic fifty-nine people were immunized against pneumonia and/ or the seasonal flu. Thanks to the staff of Maxim Pam (site manager) & Denise & Joan (the nurses) for helping to make our community healthier. Other thanks go to our parishioner volunteers Marlene, Terry, Gailmarie, Joan, Arlene, Jean & Joanna. Congratulations, too, to the winners of Panera gift cards Pat Cressy, Ben Loveless, Jim Riley, Mary Burke & Fr. Ron Kalas. We hope everyone enjoys a flu-free winter! ********************************************************************************** PARISH LIFE Ella Rose Polasek, daughter of Randy Polasek and Tracy Carioscia Carson Pirie Scott Fundraiser Coupon Booklets for Carson s Community Day on November 14 will be sold in the Holy Family Room on October 31 & November 1 and November 7 & 8 for $5 each. Inside the booklet is a $10 off coupon. You get double your money back. We appreciate your support to St. Isaac Jogues Church. Mr. and Mrs. Ewan Stuart (Debbie) Mr. Clement Dekpoh Mr. Randy Polasek IT TAKES MORE Going to church doesn t make you a Christian any more then going to a garage makes you a automobile. - Billy Sunday Human Concerns You needn t struggle through a problem pregnancy alone. Call HOPELINE (847) 832 HOPE www. hopeline.wordpress.com
Page Seven Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 ALTAR FLOWERS CAN BE A BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE From now through Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, 2009, parishioners are invited to donate altar flowers memory of a loved one or in honor of a special occasion. There will be two arrangements each week. Your name and intention will be listed in the Bulletin. The cost of a flower arrangement will be $50.00. Dates fill up quickly, so please book well in advance. Please call the Rectory at 847-967-1060 to arrange the date to make your remembrance special! The flowers on the altar this weekend are from: Hank and Terry Gazdziak In Memory of Gazdziak and Buras Families Nadine Yamanaka In Celebration of the 40th Birthday of Christopher Volk THE 2010 ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS HAVE ARRIVED!!! THE S.I.J MENS CLUB WILL BE HANDLING THE SALE OF THE BOOKS AGAIN THIS YEAR THE COST REMAINS AT $ 20.00 EACH THEY MAKE GREAT PRESENTS You can purchase the ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS" after all the weekend Masses For your convenience we will be in the HOLY FAMILY ROOM or They can be purchased at the Rectory or From members of the Men's Club For additional information or purchasing books contact Chuck Napravnik 847 699-7445 The Widow Perhaps she was too busy Taking care of the children Looking after the house Doing a million other things A mother was supposed to do To keep her family together There wasn t much time to grieve In the long days after the funeral Dinner still had to be cooked The laundry had to be washed Clothes needed to be ironed The house had to be kept clean Weeks had suddenly turned into years It seemed like it was just yesterday When she and her husband talked Woman to man, man to woman And even though he s been long gone The memories of their love live on Come rain or shine, hell or high water She s at peace more than ever to keep Her solemn vow to be faithful all her life To the only love and family she s known She s aged gracefully now and wiser To know that with God, life is still good! VETERANS DAY November 11 - Deacon Rod
Page Eight Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 ST. ISAAC JOGUES MEN S CLUB Annual memorial mass for departed members Thursday, November 19 at 7 pm celebrant father luczak a turkey dinner will follow dinner $5 annual dues $25 turkey drawing 8 lucky winners turkey sweet potatoes bread stuffing dessert all men of the parish are invited mark your calendar for a good time with old friend - meet new friends st. Vincent de paul collection let s make this one our largest stocking stuffer? entertainment books are still available for $20 HORSESHOE CASINO NIGHT - November 12, 2009 Date: Thursday, November 12,2009 (Cut off date: Thursday, November 5) Cost: $10 per person (No vouchers available for any food/buffet) Bus Departs SIJ:6:30 p.m. SHARP!!! SIJ Parking Lot, 8149 Golf Rd., Niles Bus departs Casino: 11:00 p.m, For info or signup: Barbara Dary - 847-966-5659 or Jean Minnelli - 847-966-9845 Don't miss the fun at this very exciting Horseshoe Casino!!!
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Page Ten Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 Sunday, November 8 7:30 am Joseph Wleklinski 9:00 am Steven Zourkas 10:30 am Walter Mryczko 12:00 pm For the Living & Deceased Members of St. Isaac Jogues & their Families; Florence Beil Monday, November 9 8:00 am Dean Dary Tuesday, November 10 8:00 am Virginia Luczak Wednesday, November 11 8:00 am Richard MacDonald Thursday, November 12 8:00 am Edward J. O Keefe Friday, November 13 8:00 am Tony Tamburrino Saturday, November 14 8:00 am Communion Service-No Intentions 5:00 pm For the Living & Deceased Members of St. Isaac Jogues & their Families; Fred Berresheim Sunday, November 15 7:30 am Richard M. Arendt 9:00 am Adam & Nellie Skworch 10:30 am Felipe Manzano 12:00 pm Edward Rodriguez & Jeffrey Musni Sacristy Committee Mary Ann Scanlon, Arlene Turek Reconciliation Fr. Janas Liturgies next weekend November 14 November 15 Presider 5:00 pm Fr. Luczak/Deacon Rod 7:30 am Fr. Janas/Deacon Paul 9:00 am Fr. Kennedy/Deacon Paul 10:30 am Fr McGlynn/Deacon Rod 12:00 pm Fr. Kalas/Deacon Altar Servers 5:00 pm Roshan Muringothu, Rino Muringothu, Kiran Jose 7:30 am Ian DeLeo, Elizabeth Stanton, Christina Jimmychan 9:00 am Aisha Fernando, Colin Austria, Jacob Austria 10:30 am Pamela Lerias, Audrey Rementilla, Christy Thomas 12:00 pm Thomas Malitz, Alexander Kniazuk, Matthew Kniazuk Relatives & Friends Please remember the sick and hospitalized: Dan Anfuso, Bob Arns, Shirley Arns, John Arns, Jr., Andre Baros, Noah Baros, Shawn Bong, Genevieve Conway, Mary Cornwell, Marylou Czarnik, Delfin David, Ed D Souza, Alice Flanagan, Edward Gaske, Shirley Klein, Maria Ladd, Gailmarie Mattison, Laura Maya, Lillian McCloud, Marilyn Michaels, Tammy Heffernan Propst, Paul Mescher, Tony Romito, Clariza Saint George, Linda Bong Sanchez, Paul Sitkowski, Clariza St. George, John Terzakis, Pat Terzakis, Alec Upshaw, Megan Zimniewicz Upshaw, Chuck Watson, Mary Zimniewicz. REST IN PEACE Tony De Louise, husband of Marlene Sonia Swanson, The Lord keeps faith forever, secures justice for the oppressed, gives food to the hungry. - Psalm 146:7
Page Eleven Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 8, 2009 PASTOR: Rev. Andrew Luczak ASSOCIATE PASTOR: Rev. Camillus Janas, O.F.M PASTORAL STAFF: Deacon Bob Kerls, Parish Business Administrator Mrs. Dolores Stanton, Director of Religious Education Mrs. Patricia Kellen, Parish Nurse Ms. Lisa Hall, Music Director DEACON COMMUNITY: Deacon & Mrs. Robert C. O Keefe Deacon Rod Ranola Deacon & Mrs. Paul M. Stanton WEEKEND LITURGY PRESIDERS: Rev. Ron Kalas Rev. Bernard Kennedy, O.F.M. Rev. Philip McGlynn, O.S.M. Rev. David Stagaman, S.J. Eucharistic Celebrations: Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, & 12:00 Noon Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM & 5:00 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday, 11:00-12:00 Noon or anytime by request. Sacrament of Matrimony: Must be registered for six months prior to setting the wedding date with an additional six months for necessary preparation. Note: The following wedding times can be scheduled: Friday at 5:00 p.m.; Saturday at 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.; Sunday at 3:00 p.m. (Ceremony only) Sacrament of Baptism: Second and fourth Sunday of each month at 1:30 PM. Baptism Preparation Session must be completed before Baptism. Contact the Parish Office as soon as possible for details. Parish Office Website: http://sij-parish.com E-mail: office@sij-parish.com 8149 Golf Road, Niles, IL. 60714....... 967-1060 Mrs. Janet Piovosi (Parish Secretary) Mrs. Emilie Casacchia (Data Processor) Mrs. Marlene Garber (Data Processor) Mrs. Jane Piper (Bulletin Editor) Religious Education............... 966-1180 Staff Secretary Parish Nurse....................... 967-1094 Music Ministry...................... 967-1091 Parish Hall........................ 965-1091 Ministry Center................... 965-6911 Parish School: St. John Brebeuf.... 966-3266 ADDING NAMES TO THE PARISH SICK LIST It has always been the policy of St. Isaac Jogues to offer our parish community an opportunity to pray for those parishioners who are ill and in need of our prayers. We have tried to keep close track of these names for our Bulletin as they are made available to us. However, now we face an important privacy issue, very much like the issues faced by hospitals, health institutions, and certainly by other parishes. We cannot (by law) publicly let our parish community know the health status of any of our members without their permission. We appreciate the fact that often friends, neighbors, and acquaintances wish to do something special for a person who is ill, and ask to place their name on the list to be prayed for. While their intentions are surely good, we simply can no longer accept names in this manner. We will institute a new process regarding calling in names for the Bulletin list. Names for the sick list placed in the Bulletin have to be called in by the person who is ill, or by a member of their family. At the time they call in the name, they will be asked whether they are the sick person him/ herself, or a member of their family, and if they give permission for the name to be placed on the list. They will be asked for the correct spelling of the sick person's name. If a family member, they will be required to give their name for our records. Thank you for your patience regarding this new process. We wish to do all we can to offer our parish community the opportunity to offer prayers for those who are ill but we must also be cognizant of the fact that all members of our congregation are entitled to their privacy in this regard.
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS ST. ISAAC JOGUES #512032 8149 Golf Road Niles, IL 60714 TELEPHONE 847 967-1060 CONTACT PERSON Jane/Janet SOFTWARE MS Publisher 2003 Adobe Acrobat 8.0 Windows XP Professional PRINTER Canon IR 3035 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 12 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION November 8, 2009 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU!