09-21-14 Bulletin - Queen of Martyrs Church – Evergreen Park, IL

QUEEN OF MARTYRS
CHURCH
Evergreen Park, Illinois
Rev. Edward M. Mikolajczyk, Pastor
Rev. Kevin McCray, Associate Pastor
Rev. Thomas McCarthy, OSA, Weekend Associate
Rev. Rich Young, OSA, Weekend Associate
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 21, 2014
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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 21, 2014
Today we celebrate Catechetical Sunday. We welcome our teachers from school and
our catechists from Saturday School of Religion who will be commissioned at the
9:30AM Mass to teach and to share their faith with our students during this year.
Through their example they help our students understand the importance of living out
their faith and becoming active in the Church. This year, the Archdiocese is focusing its attention around the
Sacraments. By providing a strong foundation in faith, it enables our students to become future leaders in the Church,
prepared to pass down their faith to future generations to come. My prayer and hope is that this year will be a successful
and meaningful one for our students in religion especially those students preparing for the Eucharist, Reconciliation and
Confirmation.
Next weekend, we will be sponsoring our parish fest. I hope you will take some time and come out to support the fest.
If you haven’t purchased your raffle tickets, you can do so after the Masses this weekend or during the fest. All
proceeds from the fest go back into supporting the school and parish. Many people have worked hard to make this fest
successful. I hope that you will come out and support their efforts.
The second collection this weekend is for the Archdiocesan Seminaries. The monies help to provide the education
needed to prepare candidates for the priesthood. Fr. Kevin and I have been recipients of your generosity through our
years in the seminary. This collection is important to me, since I taught in the seminary system. I am very proud of the
students I taught that became priests and those students who now provide lay leadership roles in their parish
communities. We are reminded every day as we pray for our adopted Seminarian Oswaldo Avile, of the importance
vocations play in the priesthood and religious life. I ask you to be as generous as you can for this collection. It is truly
appreciated.
A reminder that the 11:30AM Mass next weekend will be celebrated in the St. Joseph’s parking lot, weather permitting.
See you at the fest.
Have a good week.
God Bless,
Queen of Martyrs Rectory Business Hours
Sharing your talents, time and treasure.
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—September 14, 2014
Last Week
Year-To-Date
Amount Needed ................. $10,000 .................... $110,000
Amount Collected ................ $7,430 ...................... $90,947
Surplus (Deficit) .................... $2,570. .................... $(19,053)
Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 302
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to
decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
Monday thru Friday — 9:00 A.M. to Noon and
1:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.
The office is closed from Noon until 1:00 for lunch.
The Rectory is also open for key pick-up/drop-off and
pre-arranged appointments with Fr. Ed:
Monday thru Thursday—3:30 to 8:30 PM
Friday—3:30 to 8:00 P.M
Saturday—9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and
Sunday—9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Please call or visit the Rectory during scheduled business hours
to ensure prompt attention to your requests.
September 21, 2014
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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St. Vincent de Paul Society News
Religious Education News
Sandwich Schedule for Adult Members
at 9:00 A.M. in the Convent on the
following Wednesdays:
Happy Catechetical Sunday
2014
September 24
October 8 & 22
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CAN YOU HELP?
The Society of St Vincent de Paul at Queen of Martyrs is
“looking for a few good men and women” who have a
few hours each month to help us continue our service to
the community. We meet twice a month after the
9:30AM Mass on Sundays and participate in various
activities to provide assistance where needed. If you
would like to enhance your personal Spiritual growth
and development by helping to serve the needy of your
community and others, please leave your name and
number at the rectory and a member will contact you
with more information.
To all who teach as Jesus did.
This year the theme is “Teaching about God’s Gift of
Forgiveness” Our parish is fortunate to provide a day school
and a religious education program in the Saturday School of
Religion. We recognize the people who make this possible.
Saturday School of Religion Faculty and Staff
Grade 1 Emily Bounardj, Jennifer Mangan, Megan and John
Szczesniak
Grade 2 Chris Rados, Jan Corriero, Maria Pazienza
Grade 3 Jeanne Norville, Sheila Martin
Grade 4 Julie Yaverski, Cyndi Kenzinger, Kelly McCann
Grade 5 Dawn Doherty, Maureen Lotti
Grade 6 Amy Parisi
Grade 7 Richard Widmer, Patrick McGarry
Grade 8 Ann Doyle
Office Staff: Sara Dickey, Kayley Rayl, Caitlin Ryan,
Elizabeth Stalla
Queen of Martyrs School Faculty and Staff
Results for
09/15/14
On Monday, September 15th, Envelope No. 0301 was
drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the
prize pot was $4,695.00.
To be eligible for the raffle, you must use two separate
envelopes for the current week. In your regular weekly
envelope, your contribution must be at least $5.00; and
you must use the corresponding week’s 50/50 envelope
with a $5.00 contribution in that envelope. To be included
in the weekly 50/50 drawing, envelopes must be in the
rectory office by 8:30 A.M. on the Monday morning
immediately after the weekend.
Good luck next week!
3 year old program Patricia Griffin
4 year old program Lexie Brown
Kindergarten Mary Cosentino, Sarah Turano
Pre-School Aides Denise Clemens, Mary Jo Schoper
Grade 1 Lisa Gagner
Grade 2 Jackie King
Grade 3 Ashley Flores
Grade 4 Gina DiCola, Jacqueline Lang
Grade 5 Carla Kirkland, William Langevin
Grade 6 Robin Creevy, Kim Felmon
Grade 7 Lois Kettering, Colleen Biszewski
Grade 8 Patricia Pekelnicky, Julie O’Connor
Gym and Library Mary Ann Cronin
Music and Spanish Jose Porcayo
Learning Resourse and Computer Dina Egan
Principal Ted Morgan
Administrative Assistants Colleen Budz, Sandy Melant
Next Saturday School of Religion class is Sat. October 4 at
9:30. No class Sat. September 27 due to the FEST weekend.
FIRST RECONCILIATION/FIRST COMMUNION
PARENT MEETING is planned for October 1 at 7 PM
Total Parishioners Pledged:……………………………… 275
Total Pledges:……………………………………... $506,043.00
Amount on Deposit as of 8/29/14
In “To Teach Who Christ Is” Account:……………..$76,855.96
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at ST. BARNABAS CHURCH 102 and Longwood.
A speaker is coming from the Archdiocese and details about
our First Reconciliation November 15 will be shared. We look
forward to seeing our 2nd grade parents there.
Thank you for joining us at Mass today! Enjoy the week!
See you at MartyrsFest!
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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Martyrs Youth Ministry
QMYM
Mission Trip 2014
Making Others Very Important Every Summer
“Prior to actually going to Harlan, I
was most nervous about the
physical labor I was going to have
to do. I wasn’t sure if I would be
able to keep up. While in Harlan, I
was amazed and so impressed by
how hard the youth worked and
how they preserved no maƩer what the task. As a result of
watching them, I was inspired to work just as hard as they
did. I preserved and before I knew it, it was Friday and the
work week was over. That’s how God works in my life. I trust
him and the work gets done. My trip to Harlan, KY, does not
compare to anything I have ever done. There were 25 youths
driving in 3 vans, there was so
much laughter, beauƟful country,
kind people, service work,
evening reflecƟon, plenty of
music, and I saw God in all of that
all week.” –Joan
QMYM will once again be selling
Dippin Dots at MartyrsFest to help
fundraise for the Youth Ministry Program!!
Stop by the St. Joseph’s Room.
Only $3
CRHP 4
“We Lived”
Christ Renews His Parish Retreat Weekend
When: Saturday November 8th-Sunday November 9th
8am-4pm
Who: Sophomores-Seniors in High School
Cost: $40 & 1 Liter of Pop to share
Forms available soon!!
September 21, 2014
Youth Leadership Board
YLB team will be meeƟng on Tuesday September 23rd
at 7pm in the Youth Room.
Contact Tina if you are interested in being a
LEADER in Youth Ministry.
QMYM Issue MeeƟng will take place Wednesday
September 24th in the Youth Room!!
Join us from 7-9pm for discussion on Media Mania,
snacks, & fun.
QuesƟons about QMYM?
Contact Tina O’Shea at
[email protected]
The Circle of Life
"The Heart's Journey through the Seasons"
By Joyce Rupp & Macrina Wiederkehr
Monday nights, 7:00-8:00pm
September 29th, October 13th, October 27th and November 10th
School Library
or our NEW morning Ɵme
Wednesday mornings 10:00 - 11:00 am
October 8th, October 22nd, November 5th and November 19th
Convent MeeƟng Room
The Circle of Life encourages women to connect their
experiences of the evolving seasons with inner
spiritual growth. Each season is a stepping stone in a
great circle of life. No season is ever exactly the same
as the year before. Each season teaches us something
more about who we are and about how life is to be
lived. All women are welcome to come to any or all
sessions to discover the link of the seasons to our lives.
If you have any quesƟons please contact
JoAnne at 773-520-7454 ([email protected])
or Margie at 773-842-4104 ([email protected])
“Teach Christ” with Scripture
We invite you to join Fr. Kevin McCray and your fellow
parishioners for a discussion of the Sunday readings after
7:30AM Mass, beginning October 12th, 2014. We will meet in
the usher’s room of our Church for about 30-45 minutes to
discern how these teachings of Jesus affect our every day life,
and to prepare for the following Sunday’s Word.
Scripture passages and questions to consider will be posted in
the bulletin for your reflection one week prior to our first
meeting.
Please join us for the new adventure in learning so that we might
“Teach Christ” with Scripture.
Coffee and donuts will be available. We look forward to see
you there!
September 21, 2014
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Queen of Martyrs Student Council
Celebrate Installation
On Monday, September 8th, students and faculty
came together to observe Mary’s Birthday during an
“All School Opening Mass”. The Alter Servers, who
are also members of Queen of Martyrs Student
Council, placed flowers at the base of our beautiful
Blessed Mother Statue. Students and faculty
celebrated Mary by reciting the Hail Mary in her
honor.
Following the Mass the 2014/2015 Student
Council took their Oath to serve the entire Queen of
Martyrs school community. Student Council
members vowed to share their abilities and talents
and to always be true examples of our Catholic
Faith.
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Please Pray for Our Sick Relatives
and Friends
Prayer is a powerful prescription for whatever ails
you. Please remember our sick in your prayers:
Luke Amelio
Catherine Bahls
Bill Barts
Jerry Becmer
Maddux Blunt
Bob Cachor
Jack Carr
Jan & Jack Clisham
Carol Coleman
Baby Patrick Cox
Janice Della Posta
Don DiFilippo
William Dillon
Jim Downing
Marge Eggert
Erin Eustaquio
Raymond Farano
Vikki Finkel
Mary Fergus
Jean Harazin
Joyce Hoff
Ann Jablonsky
Conor Kilmartin
Teresa Li
Lauren McGovern
Maureen McIntyre
May Mesco
Georgene Mitchell
Judy Mitchell
Sharon Nanesta
Jacqueline Olsen
Bernie O’Reilly
Laura Orlando
Alex Pier
Richard Pollack
Mary Kay Prucha
Daniel Ramsden
Elizabeth Reilly
June Royals
Mary Schneider
Judy Ulrich
Winnie Walter
Bob Warda
While They Serve…
We pray for our Parishioners and the Relatives of
Parishioners who are serving in the Military and
protecting us…
Jason Eckert—nephew of Jim and Bernadette Martin
Captain Daniel R. Johnson—US Army—son of Betty and
Roy Johnson
Congratulations to the following students who were installed to serve
as leaders and accepted the challenge to lead with honor and
responsibility:
Ryan Marth
Sgt. First Class Wayne Mutnansky
Lt. John Mutnansky
Lt. Col. John “Pete” Petracca—US Army—nephew of
President: Grace Arvesen
Vice President: Matt Reidy
Secretary: Tess Clifford
Treasurer: Kyle Nieciak
Colin Prendergast—son of Carole Prendergast
Lt. Col. Ellen Shannon-Ball—daughter of Barbara and
Grade 8 Homeroom Representative: Ben Burchett and Regan Rayl
Grade 7 Homeroom Representative: Kelly Ryan and Martin Murray
Grade 6 Homeroom Representative: Sarah Scott and Sean Deane
Grade 5 Homeroom Rep: Bridget Smith and Liam Dougherty
John and Judy Berleman
sister of Jack Shannon
Mike Slomski—US Marine—nephew of Steve & Mary Currier
David Slomski—US Army—nephew of Steve & Mary Currier
2LT Martin J. Springer - US Army—son of John Springer
2LT Robert J. Springer - US Army—son of John Springer
Daniel Talty—USMC—grandson of Colleen & Pete Cunningham
Cpl. Clifford Oskvarek—USMC—son of Chuck & Carol Oskvarek
Ted Bos—USMC—grandson of Theresa Bos
If you would like us to pray for a Parishioner or a Relative of a
Parishioner serving in the Military, please contact the rectory at
708-423-8110 or email [email protected].
The COURAGE Program is looking for golfers and sponsors
for our 13th Annual Golf Outing to be held on October 4, 2014
at Old Oak Country Club in Homer Glen. Proceeds will help
fund the varius programs offered by the COURAGE Program
to single, pregnant young women and their children. For
further information, please contact the COURAGE office at
708-636-8001 or [email protected]
On Sunday, October 5, 2014, we will play our annual
Miracles Happen Baseball game for children and adults
with special needs/disability. There will be one game at
12:00 noon on the White Sox Miracle Field located
behind the Chicago Ag High School 111th and Pulaski.
If you know of any child or adults who would like to play
or for further information, you can contact:
Katie Kettering: 773-239-5388
Nancy Cranston: 773-779-2897
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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
MONDAY —
6:30 AM—
8:30 AM—
Sept. 22, 2014
Communion Service
Patricia Corcoran
Walter & Rosemary Rosignal
TUESDAY —
6:30 AM—
8:30 AM —
Sept. 23, 2014—St. Pius of Pietrelcina
Communion Service
Joseph Kaczanowski
September 21, 2014
Sept. 27 4:00 PM
(L)
Altar Servers
WEDNESDAY—Sept. 24, 2014
6:30 AM—
Communion Service
8:30 AM —
Bette O’Brien
Sept. 28 7:30 AM
THURSDAY — Sept. 25, 2014
6:30 AM—
Communion Service
8:30 AM —
Rosemary Cotter
(L)
Altar Servers
FRIDAY —
6:30 AM—
8:30 AM —
Sept. 26, 2014—St. Cosmos & St. Damian
Communion Service
Matthew & Mary Fiske
Walter Kraus
Irene Mokrzycki
SATURDAY — Sept. 27, 2014—St. Vincent de Paul
8:30 AM — Valerie Lebonsorger
4:00 PM—
Byrne/Casey Families
David Bettenardi
Tom Hopkins
SUNDAY —
7:30 AM —
9:30 AM —
11:30 AM —
Sept. 28, 2014—26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
John J. Martus
Marie Gardner
Ana Maria Zamora
Mary Donahue
Francis Gainer
Rosemary Hector
Maryann Mitchell
Barbara Lichay
Vincent Churak
D. Siska
J. Martin
C. Biszewski
J. Springer
D. McGuire
TBD
J. Jager
N. Cummings
K. Boucher
P. Scolan
K. Nieciak
A. Powell
9:30 AM
J. Pearson
R. Paglia
D. Parisi
J. McKenna
E. Griegel
M. Griegel
M. Walsh
A. Powell
P. McCann
J. Anderson
(L) K. Lang
Altar Servers T. Quinn
M. Reidy
S. Moss
11:30 AM K. O’Neil
(L) J. Donnelly
Altar Servers D. Revers
N. Revers
M. Mizera
S. Lorimer
J. Revers
M. Evans
R. Rayl
Altar Servers
May She Rest in Peace
Jeanette Streit
Lois Kraus
Week Days Sept. 22—27, 2014
Mon. — Wed. 8:30 A.M.
(Sept. 22 - 23 - 24)
K. Gniady
J. Granat
R. Mahoney
Thurs.—Sat. 8:30 A.M.
(Sept. 25 - 26 - 27)
L. Manning
M. Maples
M. Maples
September 21, 2014
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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QUEEN OF MARTYRS CHURCH - PARISH INFORMATION
RECTORY
10233 S. Central Park
Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805
708-423-8110 FAX 423-7372
Parish Secretary: Janine Missey
Business Manager: Irene Smith
Administrative Assistant: Peggy Klein
Bulletin Editor: [email protected]
SCHEDULE OF MASSES:
Anticipated Mass on Saturday: ............................... 4:00 P.M.
Sunday: ................................. 7:30 A.M., 9:30 A.M.,11:30 A.M.
Vigil of Holy Day: ..................................................... 7:00 P.M.
Holy Day: Eucharistic Service ................................ 6:00 A.M.
Masses ............................... 8:30 A.M. & 7:00 P.M.
Weekdays: Eucharistic Service Mon.—Fri. .............. 6:30 A.M.
Morning Mass Mon.— Sat. ……………..8:30 A.M.
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Carole Prendergast
708-423-8110
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:
Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 P.M.
DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Bernadine Smierciak — 708-422-1647
[email protected]
Religious Education Classes for Public School Children, Gr. 1-8
YOUTH MINISTRY
Tina O’Shea, Youth Minister —773-332-7553
SCHOOL
Ted Morgan— Principal: [email protected]
3550 W. 103rd Street
Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805
708-422-1540
FAX 422-1811
Website: www.qmschool.com
EXTENDED CARE PROGRAM
Amy Bauman, Coordinator — 708-423-8120
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Jennie Schmitt—708-252-0359
[email protected]
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE:
Pre-marriage instructions required. Arrangements must be
made by the engaged couple, in person, at the Rectory six
months prior to the wedding.
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY:
For membership info or assistance call the Rectory.
Confidentiality assured.
MINISTRY OF CARE
Jane Dunne, Coordinator — 708-499-9808
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL
10240 South St. Louis
Open daily from 9:00 A.M. until 9:00 P.M.
Registration of New Parishioners:
Please register at the Rectory at your earliest opportunity.
Moving:
Please notify the Rectory of your departure or of a new address
in the parish.