The Spirit Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Church The Transfiguration of the Lord August 6, 2017 Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them. MT 17: 1-3
August 6, 2017 Mass Intentions Transfiguration of the Lord Monday, August 7 (St. Sixtus II, Pope & Companions, Martyrs; St. Cajetan, Priest) 6:30 a.m. Mary Rush 8:15 a.m. Dec. Members of Budkowski Family Tuesday, August 8 (St. Dominic, Priest) 6:30 a.m. Spec. Int. of Roman Wojtowicz 8:15 a.m. Mariano Hermosa; Patricia Dawson; Joseph & Frank Mariella; Ted Drapa; Bridget Murphy Wednesday, August 9 (St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Virgin & Martyr) 6:30 a.m. Purgatorial Society 8:15 a.m. Rev. Thomas Enright Thursday, August 10 (St. Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr) 6:30 a.m. Emily Loret Bedram 8:15 a.m. Michael & Maria Scardino PARISH DIRECTORY CHURCH: 8300 N. Greenwood, Niles, IL 60714 PARISH OFFICE - Ministry Center, 8624 W. Normal Phone: 847-823-2550 Fax: 847-823-4291 www.olransom.org Rev. Christopher M. Gustafson Pastor Rev. Paul Reczek, O.F.M. Sunday Celebrant Rev. Robert Darow Retired Assistant Rev. Andrew Luczak Retired Assistant Rev. Mr. Charlie O Donnell Deacon Rev. Mr. James Frugé Deacon Mrs. Cathy Williams Office Manager Mr. Richard Gargul Business Manager Mr. Rob Sadlowski Music Director Mr. Jim Potthast Youth Minister Mr. Andy Duran Digital Communications Mr. Bob DiSandro Maintenance Engineer Mrs. Kathleen Sass Bulletin Typist RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM Mrs. Maureen Valvassori Director 847-696-2994 Email: o.ransom@att.net SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Let the children come to me Lk 18:16 Baptisms are ordinarily celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 1:30 p.m. in the Church. A preparation meeting is required. Please call the Ministry Center to arrange. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: God s mercy is ever near. Confessions are heard every Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to Noon in the Church and by appointment. CARING FOR THE SICK: If you or a loved one are ill and would like prayers or to receive the Sacrament of Anointing, Holy Communion, or a visit, please do not hesitate to call the Ministry Center. A communal celebration of the Sacrament of Anointing follows the 8:15 a.m. Mass on the first Saturday of the month. Friday, August 11 (St. Clare, Virgin) 6:30 a.m. Bernie Schoessling 8:15 a.m. Leo Lucas Saturday, Aug. 12 (St. Jane Frances de Chantal, Religious) 8:15 a.m. Angelito Tanaka; Ninfa & Ferdie Guerrero; Michael Cusentino; Carl Cusentino; Maria & Tony Presta 5:00 p.m. John D Souza Sunday, August 13 (Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time) 7:30 a.m. Dec. Members of Sweeney Family 9:00 a.m. George Marek 10:45 a.m. Ignacy Skiba 12:15 p.m. George & Dorothy Gagliano 5:00 p.m. For the People of OLR MINISTRIES CHAIRPERSONS Mrs. Deborah Bosco Parish Pastoral Council Mr. Steve Dolan Parish Finance Committee Mrs. Nancy Stranczek Ministry of Care Mrs. Gigi Bialko Bereavement Ms. Reneda Mittman Lectors Mr. & Mrs. Jack Eichstaedt Communion Ministers Mr. Vince Milito Ushers Mrs. Terry Uselmann St. Matthew Circle Ms. Marilyn Kirschten Wedding Ministry Coordinator EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION SUNDAY MASSES: 5:00 pm (Saturday) 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 am, 12:15, 5:00pm Weekday: 6:30 & 8:15 am; Saturday 8:15 am Holy Day: 6:30, 8:15 am, 7:00 pm RECONCILIATION: Saturday, 11:00 am - 12 noon and individually as requested. HOPELINE: For Pregnant Women 847-823-HOPE SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Congratulations! Weddings are ordinarily celebrated on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please be sure to consult a priest before setting the date for your wedding. FIRST FRIDAYS: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place throughout the day, ending with Holy Hour and Benediction from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. BULLETINS: Please note that notices or announcements to be placed in the bulletin need to be delivered to the Ministry Center two weeks in advance of requested publication date. NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome to the Parish! We are glad you are here. Please come to or call the Ministry Center to register.
August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Page Three Office of the Archbishop 835 North Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611-2030 312.534.8230 archchicago.org Dear Father, July 3, 2017 This spring I brought to the attention of the Presbyteral Council the request for a one-time special collection to complete the work on the National Shrine of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Located in Washington, DC, the National Shrine has been a century in the making since the laying of its foundation stone in 1920. Mary s Shrine, as it is often called, is the largest Roman Catholic Church in North America and is one of the ten largest churches in the world. The Council agreed that this was a project worthy of our support. You will soon be receiving materials to support this special second collection for the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The specific purpose of this collection is to complete the Trinity Dome, the central and largest dome of the Basilica. This crowning Jewel will be adorned in mosaic and will depict the Most Holy Trinity, the Blessed Virgin Mary as the Immaculate Conception, and a procession of saints who have an association with America and the Basilica. The Nicene Creed will encircle the base of the dome, while the dome pendentives will feature the four evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The Trinity Dome will complete the work of the Great Upper Church according to its original iconographic scheme and bring to a close construction of the Basilica. You may wish to visit www.trinitydome.org and/or www.nationalshrine.org for additional details. Given that this is an initiative of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), we need to join in solidarity with the other dioceses in this country and do our part. No doubt many of you and your parishioners have visited the Shrine over the years and know of its importance for our country. As you know the Blessed Mother, as the Immaculate Conception, is our national patroness, whom we celebrate on December 8 each year. Know of my deepest gratitude for your ministry here in the Archdiocese of Chicago, and for all that you do on behalf of the Church in this country. With kind regards, I remain, Sincerely yours in Christ, Cardinal Blase J. Cupich Archbishop of Chicago
August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Page Four THE BASILICA OF THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Affectionately referred to as America s Catholic Church, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, CD, has been a century in the making since the laying of its foundation stone in 1920. Designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a National Sanctuary of Prayer and Pilgrimage, the Basilica is our nation s preeminent Marian Shrine, dedicated to the Patroness of the United States, the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate Conception. Mary s Shrine, as it is often called, is the largest Roman Catholic Church in North America and is one of the ten largest churches in the world. Pope Francis, Pope Benedict XVI, Saint John Paul II, and Saint Mother Teresa are among the faithful who have visited this magnificent basilica. Now as its one hundredth anniversary approaches, a nationwide effort is underway to complete this great Hymn in Stone as its founders envisioned with the mosaic ornamentation of the Trinity Dome. THE TRINITY DOME The Trinity Dome is the central and largest dome of the National Shrine. This Crowning Jewel will be adorned in mosaic according to the original iconographic scheme of the Great Upper Church and will depict the Most Holy Trinity, the Blessed Virgin Mary as the Immaculate Conception, and a procession of saints who have an association with the United States and the National Shrine. The procession of saints includes, among others, St. Juan Diego (the first canonized male Native American), St. Kateri Tekakwitha (the first canonized female Native American), St. Teresa of Calcutta (an honorary American citizen), St. Francis Cabrini, M.S.C. (the first U.S. citizen to be canonized), St. John Paul II (the first pope to visit the National Shrine), and St. Junípero Serra (declared a saint by Pope Francis at the National Shrine in 2015 for the first canonization ever to take place on American soil). The Nicene Creed will encircle the base of the dome, while the dome s four pendentives will feature the four Evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. During his visit to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on September 23, 2015, Pope Francis blessed the preliminary segment of mosaic created for the Trinity Dome containing the words of the beginning and end of the Nicene Creed: I believe in one God. Amen.
August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Page Five Sign up TODAY for the 3rd annual OLR Day of Service Saturday, Sept. 23 12:30 6:30 pm All ages welcome! Serve God s people by: Visiting the elderly in local nursing homes Making lunches for the homeless and hungry Organizing donations for local agencies Beautifying the parish grounds And more! Afterward, join fellow volunteers for pizza, reflection, and discussion.
August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Page Six ARE YOU AWARE?? Every first Sunday of the month we have blood pressure and diabetes screenings in Room 14 of the school building, following the 9:00am Mass until the 10:45am Mass. Please take advantage of this free parish service this Sunday! BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL PARISH ORGANIZATIONS, CLUBS, MINISTRIES and CHAIRPERSONS Our weekly bulletin communicates the news and events at OLR Parish. Please submit all information at least two weeks prior to anticipated publication date. Welcome back to Bible Study! Our bible study of the Gospel of Matthew resumes on September 6. We will pick up where we left off in the spring beginning with chapter 19. Although this study is a continuation, if anyone is interested in joining our study, please do not hesitate to call Cathy at 847-823-2550 or cwilliams@olransom.org. Our study is held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00pm (September 6 November 15). On the Horizon. We are pleased to announce our bible study for the spring semester will be: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother. This study is written by Dr. Edward Sri who is the same author from our study: A Biblical Walk through the Mass. Filmed on location in the Holy Land, this study will place you in the midst of the powerful drama of Mary s earthly life, taking you through her joys... and her sorrows. You will learn how she works in our lives today, drawing us ever closer to her Divine Son. Seeing Mary in this way will change you forever. In Mary you will: Visit the grotto of Mary s home, the cave where Christ was born, and other rarely seen places in the Holy Land. See the significance of Mary as you explore the Biblical roots of our beliefs about her. Deepen your devotion to Mary as you discover our Blessed Mother in a uniquely personal way. Registration information will be coming later in the fall. OTHER PLACES... EMBERS ACADEMY, a private independent school rooted in the Catholic faith, is seeking an experienced full-time 2nd grade Teacher and a part-time Learning Specialist. To apply for either position, please submit a resume and cover letter to Mrs. Lisa Hanretty, Head of School: lhanretty2@emberselementary.org. Please join us to help MERCY HOME FOR BOYS AND GIRLS Friday, August 25 7:00 to 10:00 pm at the Curragh Irish Pub in Edison Park 6705 N. Northwest Highway Chicago Illinois 60631 Music provided by Gasoline Alley playing your favorite hits from the 50 s and 60 s. No cover charge, but a $5.00 suggested donation or any amount you would like to contribute at the door will be greatly appreciated. We will also have a 50/50 raffle to help support Mercy Home. Come join the St. John Brebeuf Ladies Bowling League on Tuesday mornings at 9:00am. We are a senior, non-sanctioned league (50+) whose purpose is fun, exercise and friendship. All levels of bowlers, beginners to experienced, are welcome. We start on September 5 at Classic Bowl in Niles. Contact Judy Bishop for more information at 847-967-5752 or judyb26546@yahoo.com
August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Page Seven Liturgical Ministers for Next Week s Liturgies Date/Time Lector Eucharistic Ministers Cantors Servers Saturday, August 12 5:00 p.m. Marilyn Kirschten Reneda Mittman Gigi Bialko, Joe Bialko, Joan Del Medico, Maria Eichstaedt, Jack Eichstaedt, Rick Fox, Mary Mundt, Chris Seske, Andy Thelen Rob Sadlowski Lillian Czajkowski Natasha Czajkowski Sunday, August 13 7:30 a.m. Rosanne Dulski Terry Uselmann George Colgan, Rosanne Dulski, Joan Karwoski, Tom Kleeman, Pat Lucas, Dennis Ramirez, Phyllis Ranalli Jody Schuth Francesca Tarrol Joshua Luce 9:00 a.m. Isabel DuPont Carol Bergeron, Josephine Fragale, Maria Gullo, Mary Ann Malartsik, Filomena Randazzo, Joey Randazzo, Mel Sass, Kathleen Sass, Norm Stranczek Jody Schuth Juliana Parisi Daniel Beyer 10:45 a.m. George Kedra Tom Muszynski Josephine Bax, Toni Brana, Edward Cameron, Anna Di Benedetto, Nancy Hedrick, Nancy Jensen, Mike Merchut, Jerry Merkel, Tom Reich Rob Sadlowski Tony Davies Alex Jablonski 12:15 p.m. Joe Paolelli Chris Paolelli Eduardo De Paz, Angelita De Pax, Maria Galluzzi, John Gierum, Cathy Gierum, Chris Paolelli, Ben Paolelli, Joe Paolelli, Gloria Scardino Rob Sadlowski Renee Pantaleon John Sacris 5:00 p.m. Lydia LaScola Kathleen Deveau, Steve Dolan, R. Scott Flick, Lydia LaScola, Ann Remijan Rob Sadlowski Jack Whalen (sub needed)
August 6, 2017 The Transfiguration of the Lord Page Eight R E S T I N P E A C E Please continue to pray for the following people who have recently died: Olga Popiel Arlene Dazzo Lucy Matus Lord, for your faithful people, life is changed not ended. --Rite of Christian Burial SACRIFICIAL GIVING Our response to God s command to take care of the community with the gifts, talents and resources God entrusts to us. STEWARDSHIP OF RESOURCES Sunday Collections July 30.....$ 9,624 (Week 5) Year-to-date...$ 66,356 We are grateful. P R A Y F O R T H E S I C K Bill Shipp (3) Tito Fernandez (3) Becky Klingler (3) Mary Nierzwicki (3) Ronald Miller (1) Laura Bax (1) We pray for all the sick at every Mass and in our private prayers. Persons who have a change in their health (traumatic event, surgery, critical stage of disease, etc.) will be mentioned by name (if they or a family member request) at Sunday Masses. Thereafter, for one month the name will be published in the bulletin and then placed on our website: olransom. org. Christmas is in July! OLR MILITARY God keep you safe! A.I.C. Michael Gonzales Sgt. Vito Deiure Gunny Sgt. Paul J. Vee, USMC Lt. 1st Class Jared Kandell Staff Sgt. Michael Osterlund PFC Darren Keifer PO2 Patrick Wurster II Staff Sgt. Anthony LaScola, USMC Cpl. Brian Michael Bell BM3 Kristin Kaufmann Specialist Conrad Sewinski ENFR Joshua Torres 1st Lt. Joseph John Gullo, USAF Cpl. Giselle Obcemea Gayapa, USMC PFC Ezekiel M. Trimble PFC Edrian Fernandez, USAFC Cpt. Jason Lovallo 2nd Lt. Timothy F. Eddy, Jr. 1st Lt. Catie LaScola, USMC PFC Michael Allbright PFC A.J. Martinez Jr. If you know of any Our Lady of Ransom parishioners who are serving in the military and would like to include them in our prayer intentions, please call the Ministry Center (847-823-2550.) The Ladies of our Queen of Peace Guild are busy crafting in preparation for their annual Christmas Craft Sale. Mark your calendar now for November 11-12!
From: Our Lady of Ransom Parish Niles, IL 847-823-2550 Contact: Cathy Williams Bulletin #000161 Date: August 6, 2017 8 PAGES PLUS COVER SHEET Publisher 2007 Printer HP Laser Jet CP3525