St. Paul the Apostle 18 Woodlawn Avenue www.stpauljoliet.com Joliet, Illinois 60435 Twenty-Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time September 26, 2010 God secures justice for the oppressed but the way of the wicked He thwarts Psalm 146:7,9 Christ is Our Hope Magazine collection Parish Office:... 815-725-1527 Parish Fax:... 815-730-9907 School:... 815-725-3390 Religious Education:... 815-725-6927 Youth Ministry:... 815-730-8599 RCIA: (Roberta Lemke)... 815-725-1403 Parish Email:... StPaulJoliet@sbcglobal.net Praise the Lord, my soul! Psalm 146 Rev. George Klepec, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Gregory Rothfuchs, Pastor... x240 Rev. John Belmonte, S.J., Resident...x230 Rev. James Lennon, Weekend Celebrant Deacon William Bevan, III Ellen Fischer, Parish Secretary... x200 Sr. Grace Henneberry, O.P., Admin. of Finance... x203 Mary Kay Robbins, Principal... x401 Sr. Karen Marie Lanigan, O.S.F., D.R.E.... x301 Jeremy Hylka, Liturgical and Youth Minister... x320 Lindsay Ermey, Development... x201 Weekday Masses: Monday Friday 7:30 AM (Fridays 8:30 AM during school year) Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM Holy Day Masses: Variable check bulletin Reconciliation: (Confessions): Saturday 3 4 or by appointment Baptisms: Usually the 2nd Sunday of the month after the 10:30 Mass; a preparation meeting for parents is mandatory. Call the parish office before making any arrangements. Weddings: Engaged parishioners must contact the parish office at least 6 months before intended date. Call the Parish Office before making any arrangements. Homebound: Regular sacramental visits are provided to homebound parishioners upon request; please call the parish office. Hospital: Father makes regular sacramental visits to Provena St. Joseph Medical Center; please notify the hospital of your parish at registration. RCIA: Classes are offered from September to Easter for those interested in becoming Catholic. Becoming a Parishioner: Please contact the parish office to register; All Are Welcome!
St. Paul the Apostle 18 Woodlawn Avenue www.stpauljoliet.com Joliet, Illinois Saturday, September 25 4:30 PM Felix Christian Sunday, September 26 7:30 AM Fred Breen 9:00 AM Barney & Mary Bottino 10:30 AM For The People of St. Paul the Apostle Monday, September 27 7:30 AM Dick Budde Tuesday, September 28 7:30 AM Joseph Broderick Ronnie Ryan Wednesday, September 29 7:30 AM Casimir & Margaret Lis Joe Bertino, Sr. Twenty-Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time September 26, 2010 Thursday, September 30 7:30 AM Shirlee Mulbarger Gerald Norcross Friday, October 1 8:30 AM Matthew Fracaro Next Saturday, October 2 4:30 PM For The People of St. Paul the Apostle Next Sunday, Oct 3-26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM J. Patrick Ruth 9:00 AM Jim Hickey 10:30 AM Daniel & Agnes Maloney NEXT WEEKEND S LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS TIME LECTORS EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS Saturday, October 2 4:30 PM - A Kokosz/ J Roolf R Baskerville, J Bebar, P/C Wilda, J Stofko, N/D Pultorak, T/V Kohler Sunday, October 3 7:30 AM - D Lennon/ E Dollinger L Hilke, L Deiss, K/L Briick, C Schultz, M Schwerha, C Lehman, S Hostert 9:00 AM - A Theobald/ T Ciesla L Nichols, J Simpson, C Sinwell, M Walsh, J/J Klika S Smith, M/M Kucek 10:30 AM - C Hinkelman/M Crossen R DiGiulio, N Louck, L Ermey, C Jelinek, B Bayci, G Egizio, S Hobbs, B/P Bodach Next Weekend s Servers: Saturday, October 2 4:30 PM - R Kasheimer, D Marchio, B/C Kohler Sunday, October 3 7:30 AM - T Hilke, A Orlando, C Castillo 9:00 AM - A Biasella, K Rand, T Taylor, L Vanisko 10:30 AM - N Brozyna, J Kollross, B Hinkelman, R Slattery SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Monday: St. Vincent de Paul Tuesday: St. Wenceslaus; St. Lawrence Ruiz Wednesday: Ss. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, Archangels Thursday: St. Jerome Friday: St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus Saturday: The Guardian Angels Reflection on Stewardship Embracing a simpler lifestyle enables us to live more generously. September 5 $17,476.00 ( This amount includes Direct Donation.) Budgeted per week: $20,500.00 READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Jb 1:6-22; Lk 9:46-50 Tuesday: Jb 3:1-3, 11-17, 20-23; Lk 9:51-56 Wednesday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Jn 1:47-51 Thursday: Jb 19:21-27; Lk 10:1-12 Friday: Jb 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5; Lk 10:13-16 Saturday: Jb 42:1-3, 5-6, 12-17; Mt 18:1-5, 10 Sunday: Hb 1:2-3; 2:2-4; Ps 95; 2 Tm 1:6-8, 13-14; Lk 17:5-10
Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 26, 2010 Woe to the complacent. Their wanton revelry shall be done away with. Amos 6:1a, 4-7 The New Mass One of the most central teachings concerning the Mass is that it makes present again the sacrifice of the Cross in an unbloody manner. Holy Mass is not just the prayer of the ; it is also the offering of Christ himself to the Father by which all the merits and grace of the Cross are made present anew in our own day. As the teaches, The sacrifice of Christ and the sacrifice of the Eucharist are one single sacrifice: the victim is one and the same...only the manner of offering is different. This doctrine of sacrifice is profoundly present in the imagery of the Roman Canon. After the words of consecration, the prayer offers up to the Father, this pure victim, this holy victim, this spotless victim, the holy Bread of eternal life and the Chalice of everlasting salvation. This is precisely where the Catholic view of Mass differs greatly from that of Protestants who deny that the liturgy could possibly contain the actual sacrifice of Christ. For them it is a time of community prayer and praise, but certainly not the offering up of Christ himself to the Father as a sacrificial victim. The prayer then continues by remembering the great sacrificial offerings of the Old Covenant, drawing a line of continuity between those imperfect offerings and the perfect sacrifice of Christ. Be pleased to look upon them with serene and kindly countenance, and to accept them, as you were pleased to accept the gifts of your servant Abel the just, the sacrifice of Abraham, our father in faith, and the offering of your high priest Melchizedek, a holy sacrifice, a spotless victim. The Letter to the Hebrews makes much of the idea that all the ancient sacrifices of the Old Testament were a sort of preparation and foreshadowing of what Christ would accomplish on the Cross; here we see that idea enshrined in the Mass itself. Finally the prayer shows how this sacrifice offered here on earth joins us mystically to the eternal liturgy that is celebrated forever in heaven. This is why the teaches that Holy Mass is the beginning of heaven here on earth. In humble prayer we ask you, almighty God: command that these gifts be borne by the hands of your holy Angel to your altar on high in the sight of your divine majesty, so that all of us who through this participation at the altar receive the most holy Body and Blood of your Son may be filled with every grace and heavenly blessing. The Roman Canon shows how Holy Mass connects us in a very real way to the great events of our redemption. The Eucharist connects us to the sacrifice of the Cross and allows us to partake in the merits of our Lord's suffering and death. It also connects us to the great ancient sacrifices of the people of Israel as well as connecting us to the eternal sacrifice which is offered before the throne of God for all eternity. Far more than a time of community worship, Holy Mass is the act by which creation offers up to God the Father the perfect sacrifice of his only begotten Son. Fr. Gregory By supporting St. Paul the Apostle in the Christ is our Hope Magazine Collection, you will enable us to evangelize our Parish, our diocese, and the nation. Your support ensures that Christ is our Hope Magazine, filled with inspirational stories, news, and information about our faith, will continue to be sent to every Catholic home in the Diocese of Joliet. We thank You for your support.
Parish News Even though death, divorce or loss appears to be only grown-up problems, they have a profound effect on the children touched by this experience. Children can find it extremely difficult to verbalize their feelings. The Rainbows Program is for children in Grades K 8 who are dealing with grief due to experiencing a loss due to divorce or the death of a parent, close relative or friend. Participants are involved in weekly meetings structured in such a way the children s stories can be shared in a loving and accepting environment. The obvious goal is healthy resolution and healing of the loss experience. The Fall Session of Rainbows begins October 6 and will meet for 6 Wednesdays, 6:30 7:30 PM in the school. Call Sr. Karen (725-6927) for more info. or to register. St. Paul s FOLLOW Youth Ministry Are you confirmed and interested in our program? Contact Youth Minister Jeremy Hylka at 815-730-8599 or stpaulsyouth@sbcglobal.net or our website at: www.stpaulyouth.com Some upcoming events in Youth Ministry: FOLLOW Night Tues., Sept. 28-6 to 7pm Social, 7 to 9pm FOLLOW Adoration Holy Hour w/praise and Worship from 5:00 to 6:00pm. FOLLOW 8 Retreat Weekend November 13-14. Have a facebook? Become a fan of St. Paul s Youth Ministry Joliet, and be updated with events, see pictures, discuss Catholic issues and much more! Pictorial Directory pictures are being taken. Last two days, this Monday & Tuesday The women of the Ladies Auxiliary would like to say thank you for all of your support this year. Your generosity never ceases to amaze us! The final numbers are in for a couple of things that you have helped us with this year. Once again you helped us to raise close to $3000 in our Change for Life campaign. You have greatly impacted numerous women and children in this area in ways that you cannot imagine. We "Thank you" on behalf of those who have benefited from your donations. Secondly, the count is in for the school supplies drive to which you donated so overwhelmingly. We collected over 340 bottles of glue, over 40 glue sticks, and numerous pens, pencils, folders etc. Again, on behalf of the children who were able to start the school year well- supplied, we thank you. Finally, if you were not able to help with either of these efforts, the "Undy Sunday" drive is just around the corner. This is a project sponsored by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Joliet to help supply those with the most basic of essentials. Please consider donating new underwear and socks for adults, teens, and children. All sizes are needed, including men's XL and XXL. Children's pajamas and diapers are also needed. The collection will take place the weekend of October 9th and 10th. There will be laundry baskets at all of the entrances of church. Please place your donations in one of these baskets. Thanks in advance for your help once again!!
Calendar News Sunday, September 26 9:00am Mass 10:30am Mass (Children s Liturgy of the Word) 10:30am RCIA Convent Monday, September 27 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 3:00pm Set up REP A-4 3:25pm Olan Mills A 1-2 5:45pm Religious Education All 6:00pm Parent Reconciliation Meet. A-4 6:00pm Youth Ministry Bible Study Convent 8:00pm AA Tuesday, September 28 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 3:00pm Volleyball 3:25pm Olan Mills (Last Day) A 1-2 5:00pm Youth Ministry Convent 6:30pm Boy Scouts Wednesday, September 29 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 10:00am Sacristy Set up 3:00pm Volleyball Games 3:00pm Young Rembrandts School 3:00pm Set up..rep A-4 3:00pm Athletic Pictures A- 3 6:30pm Make up Reconciliation Meeting A-4 7:30pm Liturgy A-1 Hand Carved Olive Wood.. will be available after all the Masses next weekend in the AC foyer. As in the past, these articles are supplied by Issam, who is from the Holy Land. The profits from the sales go directly back to Bethlehem to the needy, clinics, schools, etc. These beautiful carvings make excellent Christmas Gifts. Thursday, September 30 8:00am Eucharistic Adoration 2:00pm Room Mothers 3:00pm Children s Choir 3:00pm Volleyball 3:30pm Interviews by Diana A 3 6:00pm Choir Friday, October 1 8:30am School Mass 9:00am Eucharistic Adoration 9:00am School Activities 3:00pm Volleyball Saturday, October 2 8:00am Volleyball Games 10:00am Sacristy Set up 3:00pm Confessions 4:30pm Vigil Mass 4:30pm Olive Wood Sales AC Foyer 5:30pm Music Ensemble Sunday, October 3 8:30am Olive Wood Sales AC Foyer 9:00am Mass 10:30am Mass 10:30am RCIA Convent The Readings today. What a contrast between the approach of our first reading, where the complacent are condemned, and our second reading, where Timothy is encouraged to be a man of God! The message is similar, though. We are challenged to live our lives with the future in mind. For us, that means a God centered life, the life of Stewardship. For our complacency, let us ask forgiveness. All articles for the bulletin should be submitted two weeks prior to the publication date. Articles should be emailed to stpauljoliet@sbcglobal.net.
New Beginnings at St. Paul s August, 2010 Members Who Entered Eternal Life: (Buried from St. Paul=s) Emil Luksic Gerald Norcross Marion Jehle Peter Hylka Irene Sallese Robert Manner New Members: M/M Luke Alcorn Mrs. Mary Ann Dillon M/M Marc Eads Ms. Eugenia Fabich M/M Juan Gonzalez M/M Katarzyna Gorna M/M Randall Greder M/M Riley Haynes M/M Christopher Marchinski Ms. Lea Norbut M/M George Rodriguez M/M Craig Schwab Mrs. Eugenia Webb Miss Kelli Warfield Ms. Dolores Quick Baptisms: Justin Tyler Bohn Tyler David Ciszek Alyssa Margaret Lorenz Alex James Nahas Austin Ryan Ward The Paulites General Meeting: September Date: October 6, 2010 Time: 5:30pm Place: Activity Center Room A-4 Menu: Brats & Sauerkraut, desserts, hot/cold drinks Entertainment: Andy Head, the Wacky Juggler. Cost: Members - $8.00 Guests - $9.00 Reservations: September 29th Fill out the form and submit with payment in an envelope to the Parish Office, the Sunday collection, or by mail. Please notate Paulites on the envelope. ------------------------------------------------Cut Here-------------------------------- Members --- $8.00 Guests --- $9.00 Name Phone Amt. Name Phone Amt.
News from other Parishes & Organizations Sept. 26, Slovenian Women s Union Grape Harvest Dance 4-8pm at St. Joseph Park. Call 815-727-1926 for info. Oct 1, 11am Mass of the Anointing of the Sick at St. Anne Parish (Crest Hill). Call 815-722-3222. Oct 2, 9-10am, Eucharistic Adoration & 1st Sat. Devotions at St. Jude. Rosary, Prayers, devotions to Mary. Oct 1-2-3, St. Joseph (Lockport) Oktoberfest...food, carnival, casino, crafts etc. Call 815-712-8502. Oct 3, 8-1130am, Pancake Breakfast at St. Bernard s on Sterling St. Oct 3, 3-5pm, men s discernment group at the John Paul II House for all men who are juniors in high school and older interested in being a priest. Oct 5, 7pm. Bishop Sartain will speak on the year of the Eucharist at St. Anne s (Oswego). Oct 7, noon Catholic Woman s League at Al s, send Res. check $14 to E. Chavez, 260 Lakelawn, Joliet, 60435. Oct 7-8, 8am-2:30pm St. Joseph (Rockdale) CCW Fall Rummage Sale. Call 815-347-0077 for info. Oct 16, 11am Fatima Rosary of Reparation & Prayers at St. Jude (outside)..bring a lawn chair. Oct 17, 11am Bishop s Mass with Persons with Disabilities at the Cathedral of St. Raymond. Luncheon after. Call 815-838-6475 if you will attend the luncheon. Oct 21, 6-7:30pm, women s religious discernment group under the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia will meet at the John Paul II House. For women ages 15-30. Call 815-582-3877. Oct 22, JCA Raffle. Tickets are $5.00. Top prize is $5000 Call 815-741-0500. Oct 22-24, Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Call 630-577-0778. 24 hr Catholic Radio Station WAUR 930 AM Becoming Catholic Have you been attending Mass at St. Paul s for a while but are not Catholic? Do your children attend classes here but you are not Catholic? Classes will be held after the 10:30 Sunday Mass. Call Roberta Lemke at 815-725-1403. All Public Buildings are smoke free Reminder: All buildings close at 9pm. After use of rooms, please be sure to leave them clean and turn off all lights! 2010 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal of the Diocese of Joliet St. Paul s Goal: $72,833.00 Pledged to Date: $70,079.00 If you would still like to support this Appeal, please call the Parish Office. Thank YOU! Please support our advertisers as they make this bulletin possible. We thank you. PRAY FOR THOSE IN THE MILITARY. MAY GOD KEEP THEM SAFE! Pray for the Sick Please remember in your prayers, the following people who are seriously ill and others who are suffering with long-term illnesses: Mason Briese, Eugene Oetter, Helen Locher, Gary Pausen, Erin Bartel, Harn Family, Cathy Buza, Jeanie Nunuue, Marianne Gulas, Amy Remallard, Laura Criel, Kurt Palmer, Nancy Zimmer, Marie Richards, Kay Prock, Lisa Savero, John Mowbray, Donald Karcz, Sr., Jamie Hakey, Bernie Hastings, Rev. George Klepec, Mrs. John Carney, Gerald Colagrossi, Shirley Max, Jack Jackson, Theresa Dumyahn, Larry Dolinsek, Tony Simone, Sami Henderson, Louis Toka May they and their families be comforted by our prayers and our Lord s compassion.