JUNE 29, 2014 SAINTS PETER & PAUL, APOSTLES Queen of All Saints Basilica Committed to Christ, sharing God s gifts and building the Church together through the ministries of word, worship and service. Mass Schedule Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 6:45, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am 12:30 pm Daily Mass Monday-Friday 6:30, 7:30, 8:45 am Saturday 8:00 am Confessions Saturday following the 8:00am Mass until all are heard Holy Hour Monday at 7:00pm The Solemnity of Sts. Peter & Paul www.qasparish.org 6280 N. Sauganash Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60646 Phone: 773-736-6060 Fax: 773-736-6099
From the Pastor Next Friday our nation marks the anniversary of our independence, our freedom from oppressive governance. And, again this year, the Catholic Bishops of the United States are asking all people of good will to mark a Fortnight for Freedom. You will be seeing several references to this Fortnight for Freedom in our parish bulletin over the next few weeks. This seems an appropriate time to reflect for a few minutes on the meaning of freedom within the Christian context. The Declaration of Independence makes the historic assertion: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. These words illuminate the founding principles of the United States. The rights they affirm come from God. They do not derive from kings or presidents, decrees or edicts, charters or laws. The democracy of the United States of America is founded on these rights; and over the two centuries of this nation s existence, the right to freedom has especially embedded itself most deeply in our national consciousness. In our own day, this right to liberty is sometimes in danger of becoming distorted into a right detached from responsibilities and of expressing itself in an unconditional right to individual freedom of choice and an exaggerated right to privacy. This is the context in which American people hear St. Paul s powerful words in his letter to the Galatians: For freedom Christ has set us free. So stand firm and do not submit again to the yoke of slavery. What kind of freedom is this? In a nutshell, the kind of freedom to which St. Paul refers is the freedom to do what we ought, not the freedom to do whatever we want. It is the freedom to do what our best nature, our redeemed nature, is eager to do. The exercise of freedom does not imply a right to say or do anything. It is false to maintain that human beings, even though we are the subjects of our own freedom, are fully selfsufficient and are ultimately satisfied when our own personal goods are served. We are better than that. Authentic human freedom attains perfection in its acts when they are directed toward God, the sovereign good. Some people have the perception that to follow Christ is a kind of enslavement. They commonly think of Catholics as people who have to follow a lot of rules and regulation, a set of beliefs, a catalogue of doctrines, a code of ethics. While Catholic people do hold certain beliefs, express those beliefs in doctrines and try to live those beliefs according to principles of morality, fundamentally Catholic people agree to be united with the person of Jesus Christ. This relationship underpins belief, doctrine and morality. Because we are united to Christ in baptism, we experience a kind of freedom that cannot be understood apart from faith. The struggle for genuine freedom is a part of every Christian life. As faith matures, it becomes clearer that we do not practice our beliefs out of a sense of obligation to God, but rather out of a relationship with Christ. We do not adhere to beliefs, doctrines and a moral code because we have to, but because such adherence is the free response in faith to the one who has freely given us the gift of life and the gift of eternal salvation. Accepting such gifts given out of love does not create in the recipient an obligation to reciprocate. It creates an eagerness to respond in love. 2 Queen of All Saints Basilica Chicago, IL
We were created by God with free will and mastery over our lives. By the exercise of our free will we shape our own lives. We can either choose the good or choose evil. The fact that we can choose at all characterizes properly human acts. Through the acts of our free will we either receive praise or blame, merit or reproach. But the more one chooses the good, the freer one becomes because there is no true freedom except in the service of what is good and just. The choice to do evil is an abuse of freedom and leads to what St. Paul calls the slavery of sin. Authentic human freedom is not license; it is not merely independence; it is not even liberation. In the final analysis, human freedom is not freedom from anything, but freedom for something: freedom for life in Christ. This is the freedom for which Christ has set us free. As we take time out to celebrate our nation s liberty by gathering with family and friends, let us not forget that there is a deeper notion of human freedom than the one commonly understood in our contemporary society. God created each one of us to be free. He sustains us with his grace so that we might, of our own accord, seek him and attain communion with him. God bless you. Monsignor John Pollard Religious Education News Registration for the coming school year is now underway. All forms for registration may be found on the parish website. Simply download all forms and bring them to the RE Office. Families are asked to pay a minimum of $75 at the time of registration. Since this is the Year of Strong Catholic Parents, we are hoping that many of you would consider volunteering in the program. I promise you that your rewards will be great. We are in need of some very special volunteers to teach the faith. There are openings in grades for both the Sunday morning classes as well as Tuesday afternoon. If you are interested in knowing more about these opportunities, please call Aline at (773) 286-1939 for details. SonTreasure Island Once again VBS has sailed into history, but will return next year. This camp was one of the best yet. It takes many people to make the experience happen. I would like to thank the Adult Core Team for dedicating a week of their time for this year s camp. They are: Janet Dugan, Kathleen Murray, Coleen Martin, Kim Riley, Liz Adamczyk, Michelle Ramirez, Nettie Barlaan, Kristen Cronin, and Jenny Hester. Several young adults of the parish returned to add their expertise along with training peer minters from QAS Youth Group. Thank you all for your help and your time. Saints Peter & Paul, Apostles June 29, 2014 3
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Thursday, July 10th 1:00-3:00pm Immaculate Conception Parish 7211 N. Talcott Ave. Chicago, IL 60631 Rectory Room Parishes from our Deanery have joined together and have planned an afternoon of fun, entertainment and light refreshments. Please bring a friend and join us. RSVP by July 1st to Donna Lee Wilson at 773-792-2070 or Bev Rzewski at 773-775-2876. Sponsored by: Queen of All Saints Basilica Over 50 Club, St. Mary of the Woods, St. Monica Senior Club, St. Tarcissus Golden Hours, St. Thecla Leisure Club Fitz Michael Kelley Son of Michael & Gretchen Schmidt Kelley A Warm Welcome to our New Parishioners Ferdinand & Judy Alido Raquel Arcega and family Jennifer Christenson and family Andrew & Agnes Chruszczyk and family Linda Dillman Tim & Nicole Dillman and family Sangbum & Susie Kim and family Mark & Penelope Lojo and family John McDonnell Marie Mula and family Matthew & Jennifer Myers and family Jonathan & Grachel Paras and family Ernesto & Michelle Sanchez and family Wagner Soria & Jacqueline Betancourt Michael & Renee Ujiki and family Baptized into the Faith Cameron Joseph Mutuc Son of Joseph & Kelly Freeman Mutuc Saints Peter & Paul, Apostles June 29, 2014 5
Mass Intentions Sunday, June 29th - All Sunday Masses will be offered for the People of Queen of All Saints and the Benefactors of our Endowments for the School and the Parish. Monday, June 30th (First Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church) - School Endowment Fund Benefactors, QAS Homebound, George Stegmaier, Magdalena Gomez, Mary Sarka, In Honor of our Blessed Mother - Ben & Sara Testa, Andreus Wolf, Dorothy Poole, Richard F. Scheuer Readings: Am 2:6-10, 13-16; Ps 50:16bc-23; Mt 8:18-22 Tuesday, July 1st (Blessed Junipero Serra) - Deceased Members of the QAS Widowed Group, Eileen Stegmaier, Loretta Lamplot, Catherine Nugent, Richard F. Scheuer Readings: Am 3:1-8; 4-11-12; Ps 5:4b-8; Mt 8:23-27 Wednesday, July 2nd - Basilica Fund Members, Salvy Monastero, Margaret Radtke, Richard F. Scheuer, Bob Krupp, Ruth Stegmaier, Jim Asnis, Catalino F. Rendon Readings: Am 5:14-15, 21-24; Ps 50:8-13, 16bc-17; Mt 8:28-34 Thursday, July 3rd (St. Thomas the Apostle) - Over 50 Club Members, Loretta Langan & family, Richard F. Scheuer, Chester & Wanda Burzawa, Stanley & Kay Przepiorski, Rev. Edwin Karlowicz C.R., Paul & Anna Burzawa, Stanley & Marya Kozlowski, Janis Johnson, John & Christine Peters, Wanda & Chestan Peters Readings: Eph 2:19-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 20:24-29 Friday, July 4th (Independence Day) - Chester & Wanda Burzawa, Stanley & Kay Przepiorski, Rev. Edwin Karlowicz C.R., Paul & Anna Burzawa, Adolph & Antoinette Burzawa, Stanley & Marya Kozlowski, Janis Johnson, John & Chestine Peters, Helen & Jerry Martin, Michael J. Pollard, Pedro Infantes, Kathryn Ann Gascon, William Janns, Manuel Alaniz, Andreus Wolf, Richard F. Scheuer, Juanita Milo Readings: Am 8:4-6, 9-12; Ps 119: 10, 20, 30, 40, 131; Mt 9:9-13 or, for Independence Day, any readings from the Mass For the Country nos. 882-886, or For Peace and Justice, nos. 887-891 Saturday, July 5th (St. Anthony Zaccaria & St. Elizabeth of Portugal) - Barbara Carini, Catherine Tirio, Joe Kilroy, Maria Pellegrini, Charles J. O Connor, Richard F. Scheuer, In Honor of St. Anthony - Annarose Vizzano, Laurence Nee Readings: Am 9:11-15; Ps 85:9ab, 10-14; Mt 9:14-17 6 Queen of All Saints Basilica Chicago, IL
Queen of All Saints Basilica Information 6280 N. Sauganash Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60646 (773) 736-6060 Pastoral Staff Pastor...Rev. Msgr. John E. Pollard Pastor Emeritus.......Rev. Msgr. Wayne F. Prist Associate Pastor...Rev. Simon Braganza Associate Pastor.....Rev. Thomas J. Campana Resident..Rev. Edward D. Grace Resident.....Rev. Richard Conyers, CSC Deacon...Rev. Mr. Michael Monnelly Pastoral Associate...Sr. Ann Kathleen McDonnell, BVM Director of Religious Education....Mrs. Aline Reynolds Youth Minister... Kim Riley Director of Music......Dr. Kenneth Sotak Assistant Director of Music....Paul Scavone Rectory Hours Monday-Friday...8:30 am-4:00 pm Telephone Numbers Rectory...773-736-6060 School/Preschool.....773-736-0567 Parish FAX..773-736-6099 Religious Education Office...773-286-1939 Accounting Office Business Manager...Gerald Farrell Accounting Assistant...Kate Dombrowski Rectory Office Staff Parish Secretary...Pam Hautzinger Parish Secretary...Michael Jolls Parish Secretary....Jan Praznowski Building and Grounds Ralph Meschewski, Bobby Brooks, Victor Miranda, Jonathon Hernandez Queen of All Saints School Early Childhood through Grade 8 Principal... Mr. Peter Tantillo Administrative Assistant..Mrs. Ida Segreti School Secretary.... Mrs. Janet Santicola Visit Our Website Queen of All Saints Basilica...www.qasparish.org Queen of All Saints School...www.qasschool.org Sunday Masses Saturday Vigil.. 5:00 pm Sunday....6:45, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm Daily Mass and Rosary Monday-Friday.... 6:30, 7:30, 8:45 am Saturday.....8:00 am Rosary......Daily after the 8:45 am Mass Devotions and Holy Day Masses Holy Hour......Monday, 7:00 pm Benediction..First & Third Mondays at 7:30 pm Please consult the parish bulletin or website for the holy day Mass schedule. The Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday After the 8:00am Mass until all are heard To Register in the Parish Please contact the Rectory Office...773-736-6060 The Sacrament of Baptism Queen of All Saints rejoices in the incorporation of new members into the Body of Christ. The Sacrament of Baptism for infants is celebrated on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of each month at 1:30 PM. Please come into the rectory to schedule the baptism for your child. Prior to the baptism, the parents are invited to attend a baptismal preparation session. If an adult or a school age child seeks baptism, special arrangements should be made with one of the priests. The Sacrament of Matrimony Queen of All Saints helps couples prepare not only for their wedding day, but the lifelong commitment of living a Christian marriage. Parishioners of Queen of All Saints Basilica who are baptized and free to marry in the Catholic Church may celebrate their marriage in Queen of All Saints Basilica. Couples from Queen of All Saints seeking marriage in Queen of All Saints Basilica should contact one of the parish priests at least six months prior to their intended date of marriage. The couple must meet with one of the priests before the date for the marriage can be confirmed. Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick If a member of your family would like to receive the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, please contact the Rectory. Saints Peter & Paul, Apostles June 29, 2014 7
Celebrant Schedule Today, Sunday, June 29th 5:00pm - Fr. Rich Conyers 6:45am - Fr. Simon Braganza 8:00am - Fr. Thomas Campana 9:30am - Fr. Edward Grace 11:00am - Msgr. John Pollard 12:30pm - Msgr. Wayne Prist Parish News Parish Financials for June 15th, 2014 Actual to Prior Year Actual to Budget YTD Week $23,502 $1,340,881 Last Year $23,231 $1,375,824 Difference $271 ($34,943) YTD Week $23,502 $1,340,881 Weekly Budget $27,500 $1,375,000 Difference ($3,998) ($34,119) Today s Readings First Reading Peter was in prison, but prayer by the church was made to God on his behalf (Acts 12:1-11). Psalm The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him (Psalm 34). Second Reading I have finished the race; I have kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18). Gospel Simon Peter said, You are the Christ, the Son of the living God (Matthew 16:13-19). Wedding Banns Devin Kelly & Tuyet Quach Chris Mourtokokis & Elizabeth Matschke Damian Kulikowski & Jacquelyn Slawinski Martin Healy & Colleet McMahon 8 Queen of All Saints Basilica Chicago, IL