CCW Council of Catholic Women JER Jericho Parish Center Chapel RE Religious Education St. Luke Parish October 2017 Confession: Saturday 4:15-4:45pm Liturgies: Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 8:30 & 11:00am Tuesday Friday 8:00am Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 9:40-10:50 RE all rms 2 3 No Daily 4 No Daily 5 No Daily 6 No Daily 7 10:00am Outdoor Rosary 7:00 Boosters JER 8 9:40-10:50 RE all rms 11:00 RE 9 Office Closed 10 7:00-9:00 VFW rm 2 11 12 13 6:00-9:00 Youth United Talent Show 14 2:00 Wedding CCW Undy Sunday Collection all es 15 9:40-10:50 RE all rms 16 6:30 CCW Board Meeting rm 4 17 18 19 20 6:00-8:00 Girl Scouts rm 4 21 2:00 Baptism 6:00 CCW Wine & Cheese JER 22 9:45 Windsor 29 CCW Christmas Dinner ticket sales 23 24 25 26 30 31 27 28 9:00-12:00 Fall Clean up 2:00 Wedding 10,000 Villages all es Jer
SEPTEMBER 24, 2017 TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME St. Luke Parish Rev. Danilo Soriano Pastor Religious Education Tel: 630/665-2322 stlrfp@aol.com Parish Office Tel: 630/668-1325 Parish Office E-Mail: stloff@aol.com Website: www.stlukecarolstream.org Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a By Virginia Smith Our long exposure to Paul s Letter to the Romans in this liturgical cycle can lead us to believe that its tone is typical of all Pauline writings. Now, however, we are reading his Letter to the Philippians, written a year or two earlier, and may notice a much more personal quality to Paul s words. That is quite probably due to Paul s patent fondness for the community at Philippi. These are his friends, and he is comfortable sharing with them his concerns in a way he couldn t with the Romans whom he had yet to meet. Paul writes from prison. Although the locale is unclear, Ephesus perhaps, the sentiments are universal for a person faced with the possible imminence of death. As Christians, we will all come to that point in our lives sometime and can only hope our sentiments will be as noble as Paul s. For Paul, death is gain. How many of us can honestly say that? It s surprising how seldom one hears anyone speak of their eagerness to see God, of a sense of exile here, of a feeling of homesickness for our eternal home. Paul apparently feels all of that acutely. On the other hand, if he were to remain on earth, he sees so much more he could do to serve the God he loves deeply. Elsewhere, in a portion of Romans not read this year, he puts it another way, None of us lives for oneself, and no one dies for oneself. For if we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord. So then, whether we live or die, we are the Lord s. It leaves us wondering what we live and die for; more importantly, who we live and die for. 2008, OCP. All rights reserved. Matthew 20:1-16a By Fr. Eugene Hensell, OSB This parable is known as "The Laborers in the Vineyard." It is very challenging to the interpreter because it appears to be saying that God is not just. Workers who labor in the vineyard all day get exactly the same pay as those who came late and labored only a few hours. To add insult to injury, those who came to work last get paid first. The material surrounding this parable show Jesus' disciples asking about the rewards of discipleship and then jockeying for places of honor. The parable itself functions to offset that misguided attitude. On one level the parable teaches that God is not fair, at least not by human standards. Humans firmly believe that some people are more deserving than others. God, on the other hand, loves all humans indiscriminately. This parable reads differently depending into which group the reader locates himself or herself. Most readers see themselves as those who have worked the longest, deserve to be paid the most, and warrant being paid first. However, God doesn't seem so bad to the reader who worked only a few hours, deserves to get paid the least, and warrants being paid last. The point of the parable is that God is not fair. But God is radically generous and that offends many humans. God seems to enjoy turning upside down the systems we have created to show why God should love some people more than others. A further point this parable makes is that whatever God has given us is not because of who we are but because of who God is. 2005, OCP. All rights reserved.
MASSES CELEBRATED DURING THE WEEK ARE HELD IN THE CHURCH SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 23 4:15 4:45pm Confessions 5:00 The People of St. Luke Parish SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 24 8:30am The Intentions of the Celebrant 11:00 The Intentions of the Celebrant MONDAY SEPTEMBER 25 will not be celebrated today Please pray for the sick in our parish especially, Pat Angelo, Joan Artiaga, Marge Austin, Marilyn Borresen, Yecenia Bosley, John Capezio, Jennie Catalano, Joe Cavanagh, Adele Coplen, Disabled Vets, Tracey Elise, Jim Erickson, Angel Faulkner, Carole Hible, Abby Peck, James & Dorothy Porter, Audrey Race, John Rossi, Tony Sekera, and Jim Wright. Please remember our beloved dead, especially Father Louis Anti, OFM and the men and women who have given their lives for our country. TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 26 will not be celebrated today WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 27 will not be celebrated today THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28 will not be celebrated today FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 29 will not be celebrated today SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 30 11:00am Blessing of Pets 4:15 4:45pm Confessions 5:00 Collette Curtis req. by Leon & Lois Moore SUNDAY OCTOBER 1 8:30am The People of St. Luke Parish 11:00 The Intentions of the Celebrant September 17, 2017 REG. CHURCH SUPPORT 135 SUN. ENVELOPE CONTRIBUTIONS =$3,717.12 LOOSE CONTRIBUTIONS =$ 219.00 TOTAL COLLECTION =$3,936.12 AVERAGE CONTRIBUTION =$ 27.53 INITIAL OFFERING =$ 97.00 EXPENSES =$2,109.43 MISSION COLLECTION =$ 962.19 Thank you so much for your on-going generous financial support of St. Luke Parish! Every amount contributed helps, so we respectfully ask that you continue to regularly use your church support envelopes. It is your generosity that allows us to do what we do. Please give as your financial needs allow.
TODAY S READINGS First Reading Turn to the LORD, who is generous in forgiving (Isaiah 55:6-9). Second Reading Live your lives in a way worthy of the gospel of Christ (Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a). Gospel The last will be first, and the first will be last (Matthew 20:1-16a). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Ezr 1:1-6; Ps 126:1b-6; Lk 8:16-18 Tuesday: Ezr 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20; Ps 122:1-5; Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday: Ezr 9:5-9; Tb:13:2, 3-4abefghn, 7-8; Lk 9:1-6 Thursday: Hg 1:1-8; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lk 9:7-9 Friday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Ps 138:1-5; Jn 1:47-51 Saturday: Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a; Jer 31:10-12ab, 13; Lk 9:43b-45 Sunday: Ez 18:25-28; Ps 25:4-9; Phil 2:1-11 [1-5]; Mt 21:28-32 SACRISTANS NEEDED We are in need of more sacristans. These men and ladies are very special people, but are in need of more help. They have a very special ministry of making sure the church is set up for on the weekend. There are usually two sacristans at every. They arrive one hour before and stay until the work is complete after. The only other time you will be needed is Monday morning to set up for the following weekend. Extra time may be needed during Advent and Lent. The Sacristans truly are a team and work as a team. You would not be alone. Training will be provided. It is a very rewarding volunteer position. Please consider and pray about this ministry. Call the office for more information. The ministry of a sacristan is a bit like the work of a weaver. In order for all the members of a community of faith to take their full, conscious and active part in liturgical celebrations, there needs to be someone who prepares and oversees the things of the liturgy...the sacristan is to know the meaning and purpose of the liturgy as well as the needs of the particular liturgical assembly, and to work carefully to see the liturgy s ends realized by providing the members of the assembly with the tools they need [for a meaningful, prayerful, and active celebration]. Remember UR ChURch. Without volunteers, we would be lost. TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Do not be resentful. The Gospel story of the landowner hiring workers throughout the day tells us that it does not matter who is last and who is first. Though we may resent this behavior, though we may say unfair - it does not matter. Astonishing! In the kingdom of heaven - and we live in it already today - God is generous. Always. Each of us is given much more than we could ever earn. Always. We must be grateful. Always. REASONS FOR CONVERSION Conversion is a lifelong process. We all convert throughout our lives. Join Kevin Donahoe and Mark Donovan as we all explore new convert stories as well as our own conversion stories in Jericho at 9:30 until 10:50 on September 17th and 24th. You are welcome to share some reasons for your belief. We look forward to seeing you. What resentment(s) must I give up? How can I be even more generous? Who needs my generosity today?
PET BLESSING CCW CASH CARDS Every October 4th the Church celebrates the feast of St. Francis of Assisi who was the founder of the Franciscan Order of Religious. Francis has been known as a "mover and shaker" of society at his time both in the eyes of the Church and the civic world. Among the many facts about St. Francis was that he loved and respected nature - both animal and plant. In his honor on Saturday, September 30th at 11:00am, all pets are welcome to be brought to the parish parking lot for a special blessing. Please feel free to bring any type pet; cats, dogs, fish, rabbits, birds, mice, etc. We just ask that you stay by your cars with your pets and have them caged or on a leash. Father Soriano will come to each one and extend a blessing. After your pet has been blessed you are free to leave. Loving Father, we praise you and thank you for making animals as part of your wonderful creation. Help us and all people to be kind to animals. Touch the hearts of all with your love and increase our respect for all your creation. We ask this through Christ our Lord, through whom you made all things for your glory THERE S A LEAF FOR THAT Thanks to everyone who came to CCW Fall Hospitality We enjoyed meeting and visiting with you while you munched on those delicious doughnuts. A special thank you to all those who picked a leaf you make the difference. Cash Card orders are due back next weekend. We are accepting donations of Cash Cards for Catholic Charities Undy Sunday, consider purchasing an extra card. Please place them in the box in the back of church. Extra forms can be found in the back of church. Orders will be available for pick up October 7/8 th. Extra cards will be available for purchase. Please stop by the tall table in the hallway. Why not choose a cash card gift over candy. Happy Halloween from CCW. UNDY SUNDAY On October 14th and 15th, St. Luke Parish is helping Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet and the individuals and families they serve by collecting NEW underwear, undershirts, socks and diapers for children and adults from low-income households. The collection will be in Jericho before and after all masses. All sizes are needed.. Additionally, cash donations will be accepted. Please make checks payable to: Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet with Undy Sunday in the memo. For more information about Undy Sunday or how you can help with a donation, call Claudia Rodriguez at 815/724-1140 or email Maggie Snow at msnow@cc-doj.org. BLOOD DRIVE Underwear a necessity often overlooked, please donate to Catholic Charities Undy Sunday. The next CCW blood drive will be on November 26th, not October 1st. Please change your calendars if you have already put this date down.
BOOSTERS ARE HOSTING A MOVIE AND PIZZA NIGHT Join your fellow parishioners for a fun night at the movies right at your church! Boosters will be having a movie and pizza night next Saturday, September 30th at 6:00 in Jericho. All are welcome. We will eat first and watch the movie Sing after. Have the kids bring pillows if they want to make it more comfy to sit on the floor. For $3.00pp you will get a slice of pizza, either pop or water and dessert. Extra slices are available for $1.00, along with pop and water. Beer and wine are $3.00. See you at the show on September 30th!! Tickets are on sale this weekend. YOUTH UNITED Youth United will also be putting on our church s first Talent Show on October 13th!!! We are asking for anyone interested to participate. There are limited restrictions as to what you can do to show your talent. And we are trying to get as many people involved in this great opportunity to show off our own unique talents. A sign up sheet will be provided outside of (up to the date of October 8th). We will have a general rehearsal for all those willing to participate within the week before the show. For those wanting to come and watch the show, we are asking for $5.00 a ticket, which will be handed out after es leading up to the show. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Chafer or Mark Donovan. We hope to see many different and unique talents! OCTOBER IS THE MONTH OF THE ROSARY Come and pray the rosary with us between the Sunday es on October 1st. We will be in the Rosary Garden on the west side of the parish center. If you need help finding it, someone will be in front of church to direct you. Prayers will begin at 10:00 and we will be finished in time for 11:00 mass. No previous experience necessary. We will give you all that you need to participate. Join us as we pray for our families, our parish, and our country. Please sign up in the back of church so we can be sure to have enough refreshments afterwards. BIBLE STUDY We hear the Psalms read or sung at every between the first and second readings, but do we understand their significance? They are at the heart of the Bible, prayers from God that help us learn to pray. The Holy Spirit inspired them. Israel sang them. Christ himself prayed them, as did our Blessed Mother. These sacred hymns become our heartfelt response to God s loving and wondrous deeds for us. Their words captivate the imagination and draw us into a deeply personal encounter with God. To learn more about this beautiful book of the Bible join us for Psalms: The School of Prayer (by Jeff Cavins, Sarah Christmyer, and Dr. Tim Gray) in the Parish Center beginning October 8th from a.m. and continuing every Sunday for 6 weeks. Sign up on the clipboard in the hallway entrance of church. If you have questions call Gail at 630/690-9468 or email: sandersgvjp@comcast.net. NEW PLAQUE Vicki Collier, our 2nd grade religious education teacher was asked by her niece if her 2nd graders would write to a friend of hers named Lisa, a Master Sergeant of the Air Force who was deployed to the Middle East in Jordan. Of course the kids said YES! They made cards for her and she was so surprised to get the cards and all the cute notes of encouragement and prayers for her safety that she wanted to do something for the children. So she dedicated a plaque to St. Luke Parish so the children would know how much she appreciated the cards. How sweet was that? If you would like to see it, it is hanging in the hallway by the stairs, next to our flag. Thank you Ms. Collier and your 2nd grade class for making someone feel so special!
30 TH ANNUAL BISHOP S MASS WITH PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES On Sunday October 8 th at 12:00 at Holy Family, Shorewood, Bishop Conlon and the diocesan community will celebrate the gifts and presence of members of the Diocese of Joliet living with disabilities. All persons with disabilities, their families, friends and supporters are invited to participate in the and to stay for the luncheon that follows, provided by the Knights of Columbus. For more information, please call Karen at 815/221-6147. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL HAS A NEW FAMILY TO HELP A family with young kids needs your help. If you have the ability to help with a small donation dropped into one of the donation boxes, please do so. If you would rather donate toothpaste, toothbrushes, cereal, paper towels, plates, tissue, cups with plastic lids, or gift cards for food that would be wonderful. Thank you from The St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Luke Parish. POVERTY AND CHILDREN S HEALTH What is poverty? Families in the U.S. are considered living in poverty if they have an income below 100% of the federal poverty level [FPL]. In 2017, a family of four with an income of $24,600 or less would be considered poor. The FPL number is what allows families to qualify for many services and programs to assist them in getting their basic needs met. The formula used to figure out the FPL was developed in 1963 and used emergency food costs to determine how much a family would need to live at a bare minimum. While there have been adjustments to the way that we calculate the FPL number, this basic formula is still being used to decide who is poor. Most scholars agree that the poverty line is set far too low and that it also does not account for expenses like childcare, commuting and utilities that have grown since the 1960 s. Even with our poverty line set so low, the U. S. has one of the highest poverty rates of any industrialized country in the world. In Illinois, over 1/3 of people are considered low income or living in poverty. Children are impacted more than any other group by poverty. According to 2014 Census data: About 21.1% of all US children younger than 18 years lived in households designated as poor. Nearly 9.3% lived in households of deep poverty (incomes below 50% of the FPL). 16 million children lived in families who received Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Between 2007 and 2010, foreclosures affected 5.3 million children. How does poverty impact kids? Poverty affects children s bodies and health. Poverty means that kids may not know where their next meal is coming from, have safe and stable housing, feel safe on their block, or have fully funded schools. Poverty is associated with higher rates of stress and many health issues, like asthma, obesity, low birth-weight, high blood pressure, and accidental injuries. Poverty in the United States is an issue that we care about as people of faith. Our religious bodies and congregations have programs, services and missions that help to relieve poverty in our neighborhoods and advocate for healthy and just economic and social conditions. Our moral imperative to end poverty is more important than ever. Prayer: May we be instruments of justice for our children so that they have what they need to thrive. 9/2017 Is poverty really a problem?