St. John Vianney Catholic Community 401 Brassel Street Lockport, Illinois 60441 815-723-3291 www.sjvianneylockport.org Po Polsku 815-630-2745 Come Worship With Us In The Little Brown Church In The Fields Father Greg Podwysocki, Pastor Tuesday - Friday Saturday Saturday) Sunday Masses 8:00 am 8:00 am (Only on first 4:15 pm 9:30 am-english 11:30 am-polish Confessions Before Saturday Mass 3:30PM Baptisms Call for appointment First Reading The barren deserts will rejoice and flower. Tired bodies will receive strength. Aching hearts will be made glad (Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10). Psalm Lord, come and save us (Psalm 146). Second Reading Be patient, for the coming of the Lord is as sure as the rain (James 5:7-10). Gospel Tell of what you hear and see: The blind regain their vision, the crippled their movement, the deaf their hearing (Matthew 11:2-11). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved Third Sunday of Advent December 11, 2016 Those whom the L has ransomed will return and enter Zion singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Isaiah 35:10a
3rd Sunday of Advent December 11, 2016 Saturday: Sunday: Confession Hours: 3:45 until 4:10pm 9:10 until 9:25am 11:00 until 11:25am LECTORS FOR NEXT WEEKEND: Sat. 4:15 pm.dan Sun. 9:30 am.jake Think you might want to be a lector? Talk to Barb Dapriele 2nd Collection Retirement Fund for Religious Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, December 10 at 4:15 p.m. Mae Wall by granddaughter, Sandy Stella Bucina by Fr. Andrew Sunday, December 11 at 9:30 a.m. Fr.Waclaw Jamroz & Danny O Donnell Sam Teerling by Bumber Family Tuesday, December 13 at 8:00 a.m. St. Monica Prayer Group Fr. Norman Petz (B Day Rem) by Saint John Vianney Parishioners Ethan Maue by Skrezyna Family Wednesday, December 14 at 8:00 a.m. Harold Finley (Anni Rem) by Marie & Salvatore D Arpa Family Thursday, December 15 at 8:00 a.m. Dolores Gumbel by friend, Chet Friday, December 16 at 8:00 a.m. Janina Buczek by granddaughter, Bernadetta & Family Saturday, December 17 at 4:15 p.m. Violet Zupancic by Carlyn Kozak Raul Juarez (Mass of Thanksgiving) by Kathi Steele Sunday, December 18 at 9:30 a.m. Fr.Waclaw Jamroz & Danny O Donnell Caroline Ivey by Grandma & Grandpa Steele 11:30 a.m. Andrzej Sztoncel by granddaughter, Bernadetta & Family Maria Sztoncel by granddaughter, Bernadetta & Family Walerian Sztoncel by daughter Bernadetta and Family In Memoriam December 12 thru December 17 Edna E. Carlson Dec. 12, 1985 Leona Lofstrom Nemcoes Dec. 12, 1997 Jennie Panepinto Dec. 14, 1981 Ronald Stapinski Dec. 14, 1988 Edward L. Eubanks Dec. 14, 2008 Delores Murray Dec. 15, 1993 Nancy L. LaMontagne Dec. 15, 2006 Kathryn Margentina Dec. 16, 2014 Harold D. Mooney Dec. 17, 1999 READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Jdt 13:18bcde, 19; Lk 1:26-38 or Lk 1:39-47, or any readings from the Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary, nos. 707-712 Tuesday: Zep 3:1-2, 9-13; Ps 34:2-3, 6-7, 17-19, 23; Mt 21:28-32 Wednesday: Is 45: 6b-8, 18, 21b-25; Ps 85:9ab, 10-14; Lk 7:18b-23 Thursday: Is 54:1-10; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-12a, 13b; Lk 7:24-30 Friday: Is 56:1-3a, 6-8; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 7-8; Jn 5:33-36 Saturday: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Ps 72:1-4ab, 7-8, 17; Mt 1:1- Sunday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-6; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24 A SEASON OF HOPE Today we can bask in the imagery that the Mass readings offer us. In particular, Isaiah s vision of a parched land that blooms with abundant flowers holds a message for each of us. Too often we are just like that parched land. We can allow ourselves to become absorbed in the waves of consumerism that grip so many. We look for fulfillment in the things that money can buy. Unfortunately, this leaves us like parched land, thirsting for something that money can t buy. This holy season has much to offer to quench our thirsts. In a word, this season offers hope. We are told that those who are ransomed by God will know joy and gladness. For them, sorrow and mourning will be no more. Let us place our hope in these promises. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. THE LOOK OF LOVE What does love look like? It has feet to go to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of others. Announcements: December 11 3rd Sunday of Advent December 18 ~ January 1 Toiletry Drive December 21 Reconciliation (English/Polish) 7pm to 9pm December 24 Christmas Virgil - Concert choir begins at 3:45pm and Mass at 4:15pm Polish Midnignt Mass - Polska Pasterka December 25 ~ Normal mass schedules Tom and Zach s Pumpkin Patch Thank you so much for your generous donation. God Bless
December 11, 2016 3rd Sunday of Advent http:sjvianneylockport.org SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Third Sunday of Advent Monday: Our Lady of Guadalupe Tuesday: St. Lucy Wednesday: St. John of the Cross Friday: Las Posadas begins THE ETERNAL FLAME FOR THIS WEEK Will burn in memory of Bob Gibes By John Eaton Family WE LIFT UP IN PRAYER Long Term Needs: Fr. Andrew, Ann Marie Nawrocki, Naia Peña, Rachel Colabello, John Sims, Wendy Kelm, Peg Parker, Keith Schranz, Helena Parades, Lucas Milo, Irena Drewniak, Ted Hylek, Hanna Maria Drewniak, Heather Pajak, Florence Viscum, The Eaton Family, Dixie Wiles, Mary Maiberger, Val Wittenkeller, Romana Davila,,Lawrence Dapriele, Marilyn Zlogar, Mark Gariboldi, Cathy McManamey, Raul Juarez, Lucille Catherine Russler (baby), Henryka Sztoncel, Tom Swierkowski, Fr. Thomson Panakal, Luanne Dapriele, Mike Lozano Immediate Needs: Mary Maiberger, Florence Viscum, Joan Fajkucy, Lynn Marie, Roberto Davila, Cynthia Garcia, Nicole Neubauer, Joann Baan, Carl Johnson, Matt Andrysiak, Marcella Tumang, Salvadore Garcia We hope that you will pray for them each day, privately or with your family. Prayer for those in need is an important responsibility of the Christian Community FROM DEATH TO NEW LIFE JOHN JOSEPH MITCHELL Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. Divine Mercy Chaplet: Sat, December 10 Day 1 A WEEKDAY MASS MAY BE JUST WHAT YOU NEED! Come and enjoy the peace of Jesus. Tues through Friday 8am Pray the rosary Wear the Brown Scapular OUR WARMEST WELCOME To all who celebrate with us, whether visitors, long time residents, or newly arrived in the parish. If you are not registered at St. John Vianney or need to make changes, please fill out the form below and place in the collection basket. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ADULT 1 Name Phone Address Date of Birth Language spoken at home Marital Status: Married by Priest Y N Religion: Sacraments received? Baptism, 1 st Comm. Confirm. ADULT 2 Husband Wife Name Phone Address Date of Birth Language spoken at home Marital Status: Married by Priest Y Religion: Sacraments received? Baptism, 1 st Comm. Confirm. Are you transferring from another parish? Former Parish Name Please list the names and dates of birth of those in your household, excluding the names above: Name Birthdate Relationship 1 2 3 4 N PILGRIM VIRGIN Invite the blessed Mother, Our Lady of Fatima Statue, into your home and help her evangelize her message of peace through the Rosary. The intent of the devotion is that the statue travel from house to house. It will be in your home for one week or as long as you want to keep her. You can invite family and friends to say the rosary, or just enjoy her presence in your home and have your own private devotion. Please call Gwen at 708-259-6303 ST. MONICA PRAYER GROUP FOLLOWING THE 8:00 AM TUESDAY MASS We, the members of St. Monica Prayer Group, invite you to join us in praying for the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of our children and grandchildren.. Please join us as we come together weekly to cover our children with prayer. Weekly Offering Weekly Goal: $2,700.00 December 4, 2016.. $3172.00 JUSTICE AND OBEDIENCE Justice is the insurance we have on our lives, and obedience is the premium we pay for it. William Penn Thank You for your continuing support. Please remember St John Vianney in your Will and Estate Planning.
December 11, 2016 3rd Sunday of Advent http:sjvianneylockport.org Word of Life For parents who receive a difficult Prenatal diagnosis: May they be comforted by the assurance of God s loving plan for their child s life; We pray to the Lord: WHY NOT A MASS INTENTION! If you are thinking of sending someone a get-well card, or a special occasion is coming up, a birthday or an anniversary, why not have a Mass said for them? Mass intentions are for the living as well as the deceased. There s no nicer way to offer tribute, or better prayer you can offer for those you love. Just fill out the form below and show how much you care. REQUESTS FOR MASS INTENTIONS If you would like to have a Mass offered, please fill out this form and drop in the collection basket. There is no better way to offer tribute, and no better prayer you can offer for those you love. Please include an offering of $10 for each intention in the envelope with your Mass request form. Please schedule 2 weeks in advance. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Intention Name Living Deceased Requested by Phone Date/Time Wanted PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. And give us peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen. P.F.C. JASON W. DRAKSLER [U.S. ARMY] P.F.C. JOSHUA D. DRAKSLER [U.S. ARMY] SGT. 1 st Class MICHAEL MATTHEW PAJAK [U.S. ARMY] SR. AIRMAN NICHOLAS MAVRIN [U.S.A.F.] 2 nd LT. WILLIAM BRADSHAW [U.S.A.F.] If you have a family member who is overseas please let us know so we may pray for their safe return. MAY GOD BLESS THEM ALL St. John Vianney Prayer "O my God, come to me, so that You may dwell in me and I may dwell in you." WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another, As we await the coming of the Lord, let us live in our marriages with endurance and encouragement. Explore how by attending a World Wide Marriage Encounter weekend on December 9-11, 2016, February 17-19, 2017, or April 7-9, 2017, all at Elk Grove Village, IL. Early registration is highly recommended. For reservations/information, call Jim & Kris at 630-577-0778 or contact us through http://wwme-chicagoland.org. FEED YOUR HUNGRY NEIGH- BORS Lockport churches donate to the Lockport Food Pantry known as FISH, the symbol of Christianity. They serve 750 to 800 People monthly which is more than 250 local families. Our Lord would want us to share what we have been given with those who have less. Presently needed are canned beans, meats and fish. Also peanut butter & jellies. Canned vegetables especially corn & green beans. Spaghetti & sauce, cereals, and pancake mix & syrup. Soaps, bath tissue, other paper products and shampoo are also needed. Thank you for your generosity. You will be blessed. Feeding the Hungry is one of the Corporal Works of Mercy. PLEASE CHECK YOUR CANS CAREFULLY. IF THEY ARE OUTDATED OR EXPIRING IN CUR- RENT MONTH, WE HAVE TO THROW THEM AWAY. We cannot be liable for causing illnesses. If YOU are in need, they are open Monday, Wednesday & Fridays from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. 604 9th Street, Lockport. Funeral Mass Arrangements Upon the death of a loved one, a family member should contact the parish office as soon as possible (815-723-3291). You will be contacted by our bereavement coordinator, Anna Siwiec-Sitkowska, who will assist the family in planning the funeral liturgy for the deceased. If it is too difficult for you to walk to the front of the church to receive Communion, please know that at each Mass an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion comes to the back of the church to distribute Communion. If you would like to have the Extraordinary Minister give you communion in the back of church, please let an usher know before Mass begins. At Communion time, when you see the Extraordinary Minister come to the back, please raise your hand so that they can see you and give you Holy Communion
December 11, 2016 3rd Sunday in Advent http:sjvianneylockport.org Thank you to everyone that donated to the Food Pantry and Coat Drive it was a huge success. So many families in need were helped. God Bless Dear Friends: On behalf of Catholic Chari es, Diocese of Joliet I would like to thank you for par cipa ng in Undy Sunday. This year 50 parishes, schools, and organiza ons collected an overwhelming amount of underwear, socks, undershirts, and diapers. Many of us take things like underwear for granted. Most of our clients don t have that luxury, but because of your generosity it will be one less thing that they have to worry about. Thank you for your support of Catholic Chari es and the work we do. May God con nue to bless you and your family. Sincerely, Glenn Van Cura Execu ve Director Catholic Chari es, Diocese of Joliet Attention St. John Vianney Ladies Ages 18 and Up In December, we will be having "Gospel Reflections". Please join us as we ask the Holy Spirit to speak to us through His Word. We will meet on Mondays, December 5th and 12th, at 6pm until 7:30pm. Any questions, please call Gwen at 708-259-6303 and check the parish website for any changes or cancellations. Toiletry Drive December 18 ~ January 1 Did you know that personal care items are amongst the least donated and most needed items at local food pantries and shelters? We would like to change that! From now until January 1st St. John Vianney will be collecting new toiletry items to help locals. Some items needed: Deodorant men/woman, Toothpaste, Tooth brushes, Shampoo and Conditioner, Hair Brushes, Combs, Razors, Shaving cream, Body Wash, Face Wash, Hair Spray, Gel. Thank you for your generosity and God Bless
398800 St John Vianney Church 401 Brassel St Lockport IL 60441-4902 Contact: Bernadetta Kopinski (815)723-3291 Win 7 Pub 2016 Acrobat DC Messages: Please leave bulletins by front door of church when delivered. Thank you and God Bless