Christ the Servant Catholic Church Serving God from your Heart Our Mission Christ the Servant Parish is a welcoming Catholic faith community gathered together to gratefully share and live the Eucharist, the inspiration of the Gospel, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and to follow Christ's example in service of others.
Page 2 April 22, 2018 Pope Francis Tweet for the Week God asks us little and give a lot. He asks us to open our hearts and to welcome Him and the most vulnerable of our brothers and sisters. 2018 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal Pledge Report as of 4/15/18 Thank you to everyone who has already made a pledge to the 2018 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA). Your gifts will benefit so many through the thirty ministries our annual appeal supports. Our parish s goal for the 2018 CMAA is $40,600. Our hope is that every parishioner will contribute as partners in caring, as every gift large and small makes a difference. If we raise more than our goal, 70% of the amount paid over goal will be returned to us for our use. This is an amazing opportunity for our parish! Please prayerfully reflect on your pledge to this year s CMAA. In-pew envelopes are still available in the narthex, or you can make a gift online at jolietdioceseappeal.org. PARISH GOAL: $40,600 AMOUNT PLEDGED: $34,950 AMOUNT PAID: $20,332 REMAINING BALANCE: $14,598 DONORS THIS YEAR: 202 (72 less than last year) Living Stewardship Now Are you living by the rules, but have no peace of heart? Are you looking at others especially within the church community and seeing them as misguided, incorrect, or deficient? Are you standing in judgment of others for their sinfulness? What would Jesus like you to do about this? Go Green! FYI: Baird & Warner at 724 Ogden Ave. in Downers Grove is sponsoring a free, secure & unlimited shredding event on Saturday, April 28 from Noon to 4:00 p.m. After the Flood Video is this Sunday, April 22. Doors open at 5:30 for the 6 p.m. viewing. Snacks are provided to this free of charge event. Donations to the Green Team will be accepted. Discussion will follow the video. The Electronic Recycling Event and Book Collection is set for May 26. The electronics recycling company will be charging for CRT, Flat Screens, Projection TVs And Monitors. Under 21 inch screen; $25.00 per unit 21 inch screen and over; $35.00 per unit Cash or Credit Card accepted. No checks. The Green Team REBATE AMOUNT: none yet Find us (and like us!) on Facebook. www.facebook.com Type Christ the Servant Catholic Church into the search bar. Copyright 2011, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.
Fourth Sunday of Easter Through the Waters of Baptism, the faith community of Christ the Servant Parish welcomes Over 55 Ladies Club Ladies Nite Out Tuesday, April 24, 2018, 4:30 PM at Page 3 Tyler Cole, son of Jeffrey & Nicole W April 8, 2018 Parker Michael, son of Mark & Dana G April 15, 2018 800 E. Ogden Ave, Westmont, IL Call Sharon M or Ginny A New members welcome! Thank you!!! Many people helped with the décor through Lent and Easter (changing banners, donating to Easter Décor, etc), and are too many to list singly here. Holy Week, in particular, required great dedication from the people who helped with Holy Thursday and Easter Vigil/Easter Sunday. On our Feast Day, Holy Thursday, the following people worked to create beautiful, prayerful surroundings for the time of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. We thank Rosada Heintz, Casey Kellner, and Helene Peslak for sharing their time and talents. On Holy Saturday, Patti Crimer, Bill Kohl, Bob & Denice Kraft, and Bill, Donna and Joe Ciolek all took the time to transition the church from the austerity of Good Friday to the glorious joy of Easter. We also thank the members of the plant watering team, who help care for the plants as Easter Season continues, and year round. CELEBRATE MOTHER S DAY with PROJECT LOVE Project Love is the charitable program of Illinois Right to Life. For 22 years, we have given over a half million dollars to mothers in a financial crisis. We have served over 1300 moms, who were given help and new hope in a time of crisis in their lives. We are the answer to prayers, the support they need to raise their children and move forward with their lives. Project Love will be offering beautiful Mother s Day cards the weekend of May 5 and 6. The cost is a free will donation. The money goes directly to creditors (landlords or utility companies, etc.) of the mothers in crisis, and we send a note of support and assurance of our prayers to each of the moms.
Page 4 April 22, 2018 Religious Formation May the Spirit of the Risen Lord be with you this Easter Season. Grades 1-5 Sessions meet Tuesday and Wednesday No classes for Grades 6 & 7. Make sure your Service Project Reports have been turned in. Saturday, April 28 th Celebration of 1 st Eucharist Thirteen of our parish children have completed preparation for their First Holy Communion. They are ready for that very special privilege of receiving Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Please keep them in your prayers this week. CLOW Shepherds needed Our last Children's Liturgy of the Word for the school year will be on Pentecost Sunday May 20th! If you are interested in joining the CLOW team for next year, please contact Liz Wagner. High school age volunteers are welcomed to help! OPERATION RICE BOWL It's not too late to turn in your Rice Bowl! There is a large box in the Narthex for you to place your bowl that you filled with $ during Lent. X-Treme Science Summer Camp For students entering grades 6, 7, & 8 When: June 25th June 29th, 2018: 9:00 am 11:30 am Where: Montini Catholic Science Lab S-2 Instructor: Mrs. Sandy Deiber, Science Department Chair Email: sdeiber@montini.org Phone: (630) 627-6930 x344 Cost: $150.00 Looking for a fun and educational summer camp for your young scientist? Check out Montini s X-treme Science Summer Camp, where young scientists will enjoy a week of scientific exploration, cool experiments, new friendships and lots of FUN! Campers will participate in a wide range of engaging activities from across the sciences, both in the science lab and outdoors. Here is a quick look at some of the fun labs your young scientist will enjoy: Forensics (fingerprinting analysis, bite mark and tire track impression labs) Cool chemistry experiments and demonstrations Create your own crystals, slime, and a unique airplane (competitions included)! Build a rocket with competitions! Enrollment is limited to 24 students. Golf Outing UPDATE GOLFERS! - Thank you for your positive responses to CTS s upcoming Golf Outing! Mark Your Calendars Save The Date Friday, September 14 at Twin Lakes G.C. in Westmont (Afternoon T-time TBD) followed by a Burgers & Brats Picnic with Golf Prizes distributed! Registration & Fee Payments will begin after July 4. More Details to follow soon. Hotline Numbers for Help Family Shelter Service Domestic Abuse 630-469-5650 National Domestic Abuse Hotline 800-799-SAFE Will County Crisis Line 815-722-3344 Mayslake Ministries 630-852-9000 Diocese of Joliet Sexual Abuse Victim Assistance Coordinator 815-263-6467 Waterleaf Women s Center 630-701-6270
Fourth Sunday of Easter Page 5 If you/your family would like to bring up the gifts at Mass (Bread, Wine and collection basket), let one of the "hosts" know when you come into church. (the ones handing out the music booklets) They're always looking for volunteers! Contact Corinne Hanson, 630-910-0770, or email ctsoffice@ctswoodridge.org, for information on how to get started in a liturgical ministry. Scheduling is based on your availability. When you see a name lots of times on the lists to the right, it s because we need more people like you helping out! + indicates younger family member(s) may be present. ALTAR MIN: EXT. MINISTERS: LECTORS: HOST TEAMS: Next Weekend s MINISTERS 5th Sunday of Easter (Liturgical color: white) Saturday April 28 4:45 PM Bob T Rosemary T Patti C Deb G Ken H Pat S Ken S Vince D Debi S Anastacio M Terri M+ Sunday April 29 8:30 AM Tom A Cindy A+ John C Cheryl F Cindy F Barb K Andrea W Therese K Donna C Greg J Adrienne J Sunday April 29 10:00 AM Paul G Kathy V+ Antonio A Kristen C Judy E Maria F Chineze N Isabella N Joe T Barbara G Barbara S Respect for All Life World Day of Prayer for Vocations Becoming a priest, or a man or woman religious, is not primarily our own decision...rather, it is the response to a call a call of love. (Pope Francis, July 2013). This weekend, the Catholic Church observes World Day of Prayer for Vocations, also known as Good Shepherd Sunday. Its purpose is to publicly fulfill the Lord s instruction to Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into His harvest. (Matthew 9;38). As a climax to a prayer that is continually offered throughout the Church, it affirms the primacy of faith and grace in all that concerns vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life. While appreciating all vocations, the Church concentrates its attention today on vocations to the ordained ministries (priesthood and diaconate), to the religious life (male and female, contemplative and apostolic), and to the missionary life. We pray that all young men and women hear and respond generously to the Lord s call. Joliet seminarians to be ordained priests in May: Ryan Adorjan from St. Anne, Oswego Max Behna from Sts. Peter and Paul, Naperville John Horan from St. Raphael, Naperville Michael McMahon from St. Bernard, Home Glen Anthony Nyamai from St. Mary s, West Chicago Jesus Oliveros from St. John Paul II, Kankakee James Olofson from St. Walter, Roselle submitted by Dave A Sacramental Information RITES OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION Adults interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith, the celebration of Baptism, Eucharist and/or Confirmation are invited to contact the parish office. BAPTISM OF INFANTS Baptisms are usually celebrated on the first and third Sundays of each month (except during Lent) at 11:30 AM. A Baptism Preparation Class must be attended if you are planning your first child s baptism or if three years have passed since your last child was baptized. Call the Parish Office to register and to check whether adjustments have been made to the schedule. MARRIAGE Marriage arrangements must be made at least six months in advance by contacting the Parish Office to set the date and reserve the church. Reserve the church before you reserve the reception hall. HOLY ORDERS: Are you thinking of becoming a priest or religious? Talk with Fr. Bob or email Fr. Burke Masters at frburke23@aol.com. RECONCILIATION Available Saturdays from 4:00-4:30 pm (except Holy Saturday), or by appointment with Fr. Bob. PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK Please contact the parish office for a visit from a priest when sickness occurs or death is imminent for the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. To arrange for Communion to be brought to the sick/homebound members of the parish community, call Deacon Tom F. FUNERALS Arrangements for funerals are usually made in cooperation with the attending funeral home. Contact the parish office for pre-planning of funerals. Baptism Preparation Class: Thursday, May 17, 7:00-8:00 PM
Page 6 April 22, 2018 Mass Intentions for the Week We pray for the Sick TABERNACLE LIGHT Joe Mariquina & Phyllis Held MASS & PRAYER INTENTIONS Saturday, April 21 4:45 PM Edward Robins, r. Ron & JoAnn Welton Joseph Riedl, Sr., r. Lorraine & family Al Januska, r. Rich & Helene Peslak Antonio Roman, Sr., r. Babista family Sunday, April 22 8:30 AM Eleanor Lewandowski, r. Ed & Fran Fleming People of the Parish 10:00 AM John Kurtz, r. Charles & Linda Kurtz Monday, April 23 8:30 AM People of the Parish Tuesday, April 24 8:30 AM James Crockett, r. Colette & family Wednesday, April 25 8:30 AM David Kestler, r. family Thursday, April 26 8:30 AM Bernard Chudzik, r. Nicpon family Friday, April 27 Communion Service 8:30 AM Saturday, April 28 4:45 PM Harold Ziegler, r. Mary Kiser Steven Wall, r. family Sunday, April 29 8:30 AM People of the Parish 10:00 AM Sam Maltese, r. Rosanne Maltese To request a mass, stop by or call the parish office at 630-910-0770. Bishop Conlon has issued a decree which states that only twice per week we may combine intentions of more than one person at a single mass. The stipend is $10. If you wish to donate more, you may direct the offering to another purpose. Excess donations not specifically directed will be forwarded to the Diocesan Finance Office to be used for the purpose of maintaining underfunded diocesan cemeteries. Bible Readings Apr. 22-Apr. 29 SUNDAY: Acts 4:8-12 / 1 Jn 3:1-2 / Jn 10:11-18 MONDAY: Acts 11:1-18 / Jn 10:1-10 TUESDAY: Acts 11:19-26 / Jn 10:22-30 WEDNESDAY: 1 Pt 5:5b-14 / Mk 16:15-20 THURSDAY: Acts 13:13-25 / Jn 13:16-20 FRIDAY: Acts 13:26-33 / Jn 14:1-6 SATURDAY: Acts 13:44-52 / Jn 14:7-14 SUNDAY: Acts 9:26-31 / 1 Jn 3:18-24 / Jn 15:1-8 Joan Ackerman Marcie Chudzik Jackie Ciombor Bernice Deron Nathaniel Eagleson Colton Ferguson Jill Franklin Kristin Frazier Edward Full John Gardner Jim Gross Tina Hansen Peggy Howard Donna Howat Dorothy Hunter Rayna Januska Steve Jascewsky Katie Kearns Joe Kohler Betty Kozlowski Charlene Longman Joyce Maples Bob Nemec Anthony Nowak Ellen Nowak Don Paul Jim Ruff Jim Sanders Florencia Sarmiento Paula Sedlacek Harry Spataro Janet Szymanski Roger Terry Frank Tiesenga Florence Tuch Mary Vanderplow Rick Vendl Dorothy Wagner Judy Wethington Daniel Widner Tom Wolfe Rita Wyman Ron Wyman Joe Zapalac Names remain on this list approximately three months, unless specifically requested otherwise. To update the list, call the Parish Office at 630-910-0770 or email corinne@ctswoodridge.org. Thank you. We pray for those who Serve Emily Dome, granddaughter of Paul & Brenda Czarapata Christopher Durkovic, grandson of Joan Kurtz Michael Geinopolos, nephew of Lainie Sentementes Avery Jackson, grandson of Steve & Karen Jackson David Jackson, son of Cathleen & Richard Jackson Ben Jalove, nephew of Chuck & Linda Jalove Bradley Mendez, grandson of Arturo Mendez Joshua Plucinski, grandson of Joan Kurtz Jim Sheehan, godson of Liz Jesse If you have a family member serving overseas, please let us know. We will publish their names in the bulletin to remind everyone to ask for God s blessings on them, that they may return safely to their families. Let us join our prayers for peace and safety with yours. Also, please let us know when they return safely home, so that we may also rejoice with you. Journey into the Depths 10th Hour Initiative Every Friday evening, through June 8, enjoy stimulating discussions, good company, prayer, and good food! April 27: Brokenness: We are more wounded than we think we are. Located at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1450 Green Trails Drive. Visit http://www.dioceseofjoliet.org/yam/ sectioncontent.php?secid=3 Then click on the 7 pm Young Adult Formation Initiative item on the calendar for more information. No cost; free will offerings accepted.
Fourth Sunday of Easter Page 7 Office Hours & Staff 8700 Havens Drive Woodridge, Illinois 60517 Phone: (630) 910-0770 Fax: (630) 910-6060 www.ctswoodridge.org Office Hours Monday Friday...9:00 AM 4:30 PM Mass Schedule Monday through Thursday...8:30 AM Friday Communion Service..8:30 AM The Rosary is recited following daily Mass. Saturday......4:45 PM Sunday...8:30 and 10:00 AM Holy Days...consult bulletin or call Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday, 4:00-4:30 or by appointment Pastoral Staff Fr. Bob Duda, Pastor Ext. 101 FrBob@ctswoodridge.org Tom Fricke, Permanent Deacon dcnfricke@ctswoodridge.org Rod Accardi, Permanent Deacon dcnaccardi@ctswoodridge.org Corinne Hanson, Bus. Mgr Ext. 102 Liz Jesse Wagner, Religious Formation Director Ext. 103 Janet Alikpala, Music Director janet@ctswoodridge.org Ext. 104 Pat Savage, Administrative Assistant Commission Chairpersons Debi Savage, Pastoral Council Jean Durran, Pastoral Council Co-Chair Jim McIlvain, Administration/Finance Denice Kraft, Christian Service Rosada Heintz, Parish Life Jean Durran, Parish Life Co-Chair Bill Ciolek, Religious Formation Sister Suzanne Lesniewski, Worship Calendar of Events Sunday, April 22 10:00 am Children s Liturgy of the Word 11:30 am Baptisms 5:30 pm doors open for Before the Flood (6:00 pm start) Monday, April 23 6:00 pm Rel. Form. Commission 7:00 pm Parish Pastoral Council Tuesday, April 24 4:45 pm RF classes 6:30 pm RF classes Wednesday, April 25 4:45 pm RF classes 6:30 pm RF classes Thursday, April 26 7:00 pm Adult Choir Friday, April 27 Saturday, April 28 11:00 am 1st Eucharist 4:20 pm Knights of Columbus Rosary Sunday, April 29 10:00 am Children s Liturgy of the Word Upcoming Events May 5/6, St. Vincent DePaul Clothing and small household items drive. May 5/6, Cash 4 Food drive May 19/20, Baby Bottles for Life distributed May 26, Electronic Recycling Event + Book Drive, 8:30-11:30 am June 2/3, Bring back Baby Bottles for Life Parish Giving To be good stewards we must be good shepherds, willing to lay down our lives for those committed to our care, not mere hired hands who run off, leaving the sheep to be snatched and scattered by the wolf. NEEDED WEEKLY: 2017-2018 Parish Expenses $ 7,984.00 Mortgage Payment 3,350.00 Total Needed $ 11,334.00 CONTRIBUTIONS Apr 10-Apr 17: Sunday 4/15 6,709.00 Easter 40.00 Sunday other forms 1,335.00 General Funds 220.00 Debt Reduction 560.00 Total Contributed $ 8,864.00 CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS: Diocesan cemeteries 60.00 Differential this period: Needed $ 11,334.00 Reported 8,864.00 Deficit this period: $ (2,470.00) General Funds includes Holy Days, All Souls, mass intentions, etc. Debt to Diocese as of 3/31 $38,244 (not counting new project) Registered Households 757 Thank you for your generous support! Did you know the contract for the new parking lot and rectory building has been signed, and work will be starting on the project as soon as possible! Leave a Legacy. Call the Development Office at 815-221-6100 to learn more. Please remember to thank our advertisers for their support.