Dec 14 - St. Edna Catholic Church

Saint Edna
Catholic Community
Saint Edna Catholic Community desires to live as
a reflection of who Christ calls us to be by
welcoming all in Charity, Justice, and Hope
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday evening - 5:00pm
Sunday - 7:30, 9:30, 11:30am
5:30pm
Weekday Masses
Monday - Saturday 9:00am
Communion Service
Monday - Friday 6:45am
Eucharistic Adoration
Fridays - 9:30-10:30am
Office Hours
Mon: 9:00am - 8:00pm
Tues: 9:00am - 8:00pm
Wed: 9:00am - 8:00pm
Thurs: 9:00am - 8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
(closed 12 - 1pm weekdays)
Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sun: 9:00am - 1:00pm
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
From the Pastor’s Desk.....2
Christmas Masses.............3
Highlights…..….......…....5
Worship……..……....…...6
Faith Formation................9
Adult Confirmation.........11
Parish Life.......................12
Administration................14
GiveCentral Forms..........15
Stewardship.....................18
Human Concerns............19
Furthering Our Faith.......21
Kids Page........................22
December 14, 2014
Third Sunday of Advent
From the Pastors Desk...
www.stedna.org/pastorsmessage
3rd Sunday of Advent
The traditional name for the Third Sunday of Advent is Gaudete Sunday. The
name comes from Gaudete in Domino semper, Latin for “Rejoice in the Lord
always,” the opening words of today’s entrance antiphon (brief scriptural text
that is usually replaced by an opening hymn).
Because one of Advent’s tasks is to prepare us for Christ’s return at the end of
time, this season once had a penitential quality similar to that of Lent. Gaudete
Sunday with its rose vestments and relaxation of austerities softened the period
and gave a glimpse of its fulfillment just as its counterpart, Laetare Sunday, did
at the midpoint of Lent.
Viewed now as a season of devout and joyful expectation, Advent retains very little of its old penitential
focus, but we still have the option of using the liturgical color of rose today as we rejoice that Christmas
is near, and Christ’s second coming is nearer than it was yesterday.
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Our Tri-Parish Communal Advent Reconciliation Service with individual confessions will take place on
Tuesday, December 16th, at 7:30 p.m. As you make your personal preparations for Christmas, I invite
you to join us in receiving the healing power of Jesus and the gift of God’s grace in the Sacrament of
Reconciliation. Please plan on joining your parish community on December 16th. If this date is
inconvenient for you, our neighboring Arlington Heights parishes will also be offering confessions. On
Monday, December 15th, Our Lady of the Wayside will be hearing confessions at 7:30 p.m., and on
Wednesday, December 17th, St. James will be hearing confessions at 7:30 p.m. Because of the three
opportunities being offered for confessions this week by all the priests of our three parishes there
will be no confessions heard here at St. Edna on Saturday, December 20th. Please make a note of
this.
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“Your generous contribution helps us to care for our retired sisters and enables our younger sisters to
continue in active ministry,’ writes a religious sister. Your gift to today’s collection for the Retirement
Fund for Religious provides vital support for the retirement needs of senior sisters, brothers, and
religious order priests. It also helps ensure that younger members can continue the good works of their
elders!
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From the Pastors Desk...
www.stedna.org/pastorsmessage
Santa Claus and St. Nicholas
Everybody loves Santa Claus. He embodies holiday cheer, happiness, fun and gifts---warm happy
aspects of the Christmas season. How do Santa Claus and St. Nicholas differ?
Santa Claus belongs to childhood;
St. Nicholas for all of life.
Santa Claus, as we know him, was developed to boost Christmas Sales
---the commercial Christmas message;
St. Nicholas told the story of Christ and peace, and goodwill toward all
---the hope-filled Christmas message.
Santa Claus encourages consumption;
St. Nicholas encourages compassion.
Santa Claus appears each year to be seen and heard for a short time;
St. Nicholas is part of the communion of saints, surrounding us always
with prayer and example.
Santa Claus flies through the air---from the North Pole;
St. Nicholas walked the earth---caring for those in need.
Santa Claus, for some, replaces the Babe of Bethlehem;
St. Nicholas, for all, points to the Babe of Bethlehem.
Santa Claus isn’t bad;
St. Nicholas is just better.
---J. Rosenthal & C. Myers
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Finally, I just want to thank everyone in our parish for turning in your Jewel “Saver Stamps” that
enabled us to get three complete sets of the Cuisinart Stainless Cookware. The value of these thirty
pieces is $1,200! There is still time to turn your stamps in if you have not yet done so, as the promotion
will be ending on December 25th (Christmas Day). You can either drop them off at the Parish Office, or
put them in an envelope marked “Parish Office” and place them in the collection basket on Saturday or
Sunday. You’ll see these beautiful sets of cookware at some point in the future. Thanks again for your
participation in this community-wide project.
Wishing all in our parish a happy Advent and a time filled with joyful patience and anticipation!
Fr. Rich Yanos
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Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 24
Thursday, December 25
2:00pm
8:00am
4:30pm
10:00am
12:00 Midnight
12:00 Noon
(carols begin 30 minutes
prior to each Mass)
New Year’s Eve
Wednesday, December 31
9:00am
New Year’s Day
Thursday, January 1
10:00am
5:00pm
Parish Office Hours
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
December 26
New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Day
January 2
9:00am - Noon
Closed
Closed
9:00am - Noon
Closed
Closed
This Week At St. Edna
www.stedna.org/calendar
8:00am
9:30am
9:30am
1:00pm
4:00pm
Sunday, December 14 - Third Sunday of Advent
Pancake Breakfast, after 7:30 & 9:30 Masses - Doherty Center
RCIA - Community Room
Heavenly Hands Puppet Ministry - Lower Level
Liturgy of the Word for Children - Church & Hurley Center
Snack Theatre Auditions - Lower Level
SNL Rehearsal - Church
9:30am
9:30am
4:00pm
4:30pm
7:00pm
7:00pm
Monday, December 15
Moms Plus - Doherty Center
Prayer Shawl Ministry - Hurley Center
Children’s Choir - Church
Options Ministry Team - Teen Center
Women of St. Edna Guild 7 - Hurley Center
Stewardship Council - Hurley Center
8:30am
9:30am
7:30pm
7:30pm
Tuesday, December 16
Grandparents Prayer Time - Hurley Center
Transformations - Hurley Center
Tri-Parish Reconciliation - Church
Rosary Group - Hurley Center
9:30am
7:00pm
7:00pm
7:30pm
Wednesday, December 17
Women of St. Edna Spirituality - Doherty Center
SHARE Job Networking Ministry - Hurley Center
SNL Rehearsal - Doherty Center
Choir Rehearsal - Church
7:00pm
7:00pm
7:00pm
Thursday, December 18
Baptism Ministry Team Gathering - Doherty Center
Peer Ministry Team - Teen Center
Women of St. Edna Guild 6 - Hurley Center
9:30am
10:30am
7:00pm
Bulletin Deadline:
Articles for the
Sunday, January 4
bulletin may be dropped
off in the Parish Office
or e-mailed to
[email protected]
no later than
Monday, December 15.
Friday, December 19
Eucharistic Adoration - Church
Benediction - Church
Young Adult Ministry Event - Hurley Center
Saturday, December 20
9:30am
9:30am
1:00pm
4:00pm
6:30pm
Sunday, December 21 - Fourth Sunday of Advent
Heavenly Hands Puppet Ministry - Lower Level
Liturgy of the Word for Children - Church & Hurley Center
Baptisms - Church
SNL Rehearsal - Church
SNL Rehearsal - Church
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Worship Commission
Worship Commission
cultivates the
liturgical life of the
parish by fostering
full, active and
conscious participation
of the community.
Co-Chairs:
Gary Daigle
Lisa Oslovich
Members:
Phil Bares
Lorie Crepeau
Dawn Cummings-Fritz
Cynthia Havlik
Lara Lynch
Camille Murray
Deacon Jim Pauwels
Paula Pollman (rec.)
Marie Schalke
www.stedna.org/worship
Mass Celebrants December 20-21
5:00pm— Rev. Rich Yanos &
Deacon Jim Gaughan
7:30am— Rev. Tony Muraya &
Deacon Greg Beeber
9:30am— Rev. Eduardo Martinez &
Deacon Greg Beeber
11:30am— Rev. Rich Yanos &
Deacon Joe Yannotta
5:30pm— Rev. Eduardo Martinez &
Deacon Joe Yannotta
Mass Celebrants December 24-25
December 24
2:00pm— Rev. Rich Yanos &
Deacon Jim Gaughan
4:30pm—
Rev. Eduardo Martinez &
Deacon Jim Gaughan
Midnight— Rev. Rich Yanos &
Deacon Joe Yannotta
December 25
8:00am— Rev. Rich Yanos &
Deacon Greg Beeber
10:00am— Rev. Eduardo Martinez &
Deacon Jim Pauwels
Noon—
Rev. Tony Muraya &
Deacon Jim Pauwels
With Sympathy
Daniel Ziolo,
husband of Esther,
father of Debbie Sobolewski
and Suzanne Pabst
Shirley Kelly,
mother of Maureen Maher
Katharina Stelzer
Roy Hoppe,
Just Married
Nicole Klemundt & Joel Dufkis
Wedding Banns
Sheila Manalo & Noel Flores
husband of Diana,
father of Ryan
William LaDeur,
grandson of Ernie & Kathy Kemnetz
Phyllis Govern,
wife of Francis
mother of Maureen & Michael
Altar bread and wine
will be offered in memory of
Donald Shepard
donated by Micki & John Naylor
ROSARY GROUP
Meets: Monday -Saturday 8:15am in the church
and Tuesday at 7:30pm
All are invited to join us to pray the Chaplet of
the Divine Mercy and the Rosary.
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during the week of
December 14, 2014
Worship Commission
www.stedna.org/worship
Come join us for a
Frozen
Sing-A-Long!
The Sacrament of
Reconciliation
Saturdays 11:00am
(Confessions will not be heard
on December 20th.)
Tri-Parish Reconciliation
with Individual Confessions
December 15th—
Our Lady of the Wayside
December 16th—St. Edna
December 17th—St. James
7:30pm each evening
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10:00
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Worship Commission
cultivates the
liturgical life of the
parish by fostering
full, active and
conscious participation
of the community.
All ages are welcome with adult presence
for this 90-minute activity.
Light refreshments will follow.
The cost is free, but we still
need you to RSVP!
Call the Parish Office at
847-398-3362 or email
Lara Lynch at
[email protected]
by December 24
to reserve your spot.
We can’t wait to sing with you!
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Worship Commission
Worship Commission
cultivates the
liturgical life of the
parish by fostering
full, active and
conscious participation
of the community.
www.stedna.org/worship
Mass Intentions for the week of December 14, 2014
Weekend of December 13-14
5:00pm—Betty Root, Walter Mundala, Robert Wedoff, James Luce, Jr.
7:30am—George Tokarczyk, Pat Dussling, Fred Gubernat
9:30am—Alice Ross, Robert Thiel, Joe Conlon, Dee & Carl Farinella
11:30am—Sr. Helen O’Neill, O.P., Sr. Annica, O.P., Sr. Manuel, O.P.,
Bishop Arthur O’Neill, Deceased Members of the Resurrection Family
5:30pm—Patrick Reynolds, Shirley Shoire, Mary & Michael Lally,
Pete Karakosta (A)
Monday, December 15
9:00am—Mauricio Robles, James Luce, Jr.
Tuesday, December 16
6:45am—Communion Service
9:00am—Bill Bataska, Edward Stermer, James Luce, Jr.
Wednesday, December 17
6:45am—Communion Service
9:00am—Irene Sowka, Mauricio Robles, James Luce, Jr.
Thursday, December 18
6:45am—Communion Service
9:00am—Mauricio Robles, Ed Perek
Friday, December 19
6:45am—Communion Service
9:00am—Genevieve Kirch, Agnes Jankuc, Nell Caroll,
For Parishioners of St. Edna
Saturday, December 20
9:00am—Giuseppe Pecoraro, John Coyne, Mauricio Robles, Dorothy Trotta
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Faith Formation Commission
www.stedna.org/faithformation
Congratulations to the
First Reconciliation Candidates 2014!
Joseph Aguirre
Maria Apicella
Andrew Araujo
John Israel Arellano Emilio
Arellano
Olivia Artman
Noah Bank
Anne Barnett
Grace Berry
Matthew Block
Hanna Boehm
Alberto Castro
Ann Cole
Cassaundra Coller
Claire Cox
Nicholas Cozzi
Tomas Dovidatis
Madeline Drury
Isabella Escalante
Joseph Farrell
Keegan FalcanSmith
Felicity Freiheit
Sophia Fung
Joseph Gadas
Kaitlyn Gawaluch
Alison Gruzewski
Ryan Guretz
Anthony Gullotta
Ryan Hansen
Brady Horvath
Devin Horvath
Madisyn Hunt
Renna Ann Johnson
Armaan Matthew
Nathan Joy
Demetra Karabatsos
Elena Katsogianos
Zoe Kersbergen
Anthony Kontos
Norah Ksiazk
Emily Lagunas
Olivia Larkowski
Gianna Lazzari
Xavier Litardo
Juliana Magliano
Caden Mainville
Kylie Mainville
Katherine Mason
Brady McCauley
Alexandria Mele
Katarina Meschbach
Michael Morrison
Kayla Nelson
Timothy Nix
David Oddo
James Panos
Caleb Paytuvi
Maddie Paytuvi
Maggie Ratzki
Chase Ries
Jeffrey Riesterer
Jessica Riesterer
Anthony Rosselli
Jordan Roudabush
Quinn Rowan
Andrew Sadowski
Sofia Scalise
Robert Sempoch
Aubrey Sieczkowski
Jordan Sipiera
Llano Smith
Alex Styka
Andrea Teves
Jake Thompson
Max Thompson
Leila Trajano
Paige Veller
Julia Veverka
Sofia Volpe
McKenna Wagner
Michelle Wallace
Thomas Wojcik
Vincenzo Zimmerman
Our Faith Formation
Commission fosters
the life-long growth,
of all, in the
Catholic Faith.
Chair:
Heather Daudelin
Members:
Elena Grzenia
Cynthia Jochum
Matt Marcheschi
Suzie Matusiewicz
Katie Stuercke
Michelle Stuercke
Ann Marie Thomas
Religious Education
Family Event
December 2/3 - Holy Orders
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Faith Formation Commission
www.stedna.org/faithformation
Our Faith Formation
Commission fosters
the life-long growth,
of all, in the
Catholic Faith.
The Gospel of Mark
When:
Monday—January 5, 12, 19, 26, and February 2, 2015
Wednesday—January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 2015
Friday—January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2015
Times:
Monday and Wednesday
Friday
Cost:
$10.00/person (Make checks payable to St. Edna Parish)
7:00-8:30pm
10:00-11:30am
Registration Deadline: December 19th, 2014
Registration Form: Gospel of Mark
Name: ____________________________________________________
Phone #: __________________________________________________
E-Mail: ___________________________________________________
Day Attending: _____ Monday
_____ Wednesday
_____ Friday
Please return registration form to Parish Office. Books Are available there for pick up.
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December 14, 2014
VICARIATE I CONFIRMATION FOR ADULTS
Preparation Sessions begin
Monday February 9, 2015
WHERE:
St. Edna Church – Doherty Center
2525 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Hts., 60004
WHO MAY ATTEND:
A candidate must:
 be 18 years old AND out of high school
 have already received the sacraments of
Baptism, First Communion, and Reconciliation
PLEASE BRING:
1) A copy of baptismal certificate
2) Registration form below, signed by a priest or
staff member from the candidate’s home parish
3) Registration fee of $45.00
(Please make checks payable to St. Edna Parish.)
PREPARATION SESSIONS:
Mondays at 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM,
February 9, 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
REHEARSAL (required)
& RECONCILIATION:
Wednesday April 8th, 7:00 PM,
at Church of the Holy Spirit,
1453 W. Bode Rd., Schaumburg, 60194
CONFIRMATION MASS:
Wednesday April 15th, 7:00 PM,
at Church of the Holy Spirit,
1453 W. Bode Rd., Schaumburg, 60194
For additional information, please e-mail Lorie Crepeau at [email protected].
REGISTRATION FORM - 2015 ADULT CONFIRMATION
Please Print
Name___________________________________________________________________________
Address_________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________Zip_____________________________
Phone________________________E-mail_____________________________________________
Parish Name/Town________________________________________________________________
Date of Birth________________________________________Age__________________________
*Priest/Staff Signature from your home parish________________________________________
Please bring registration form and a copy of your baptismal certificate
Parish Life Commission
Parish Life
Commission fosters a
sense of parish unity
by organizing and
welcoming all to
community-building
events
Chair:
Diane Thomason
Members:
Christine Desmond
Jenni Falk
Jackie Lapetino
Fr. Lalo Martinez
Kathy Pellettieri
Betty Rickher
Gloria Vosburgh
Tom Wuich
www.stedna.org/parishlife
UPCOMING EVENTS
YOUNG AT HEART
Dec. 14
Pancake Breakfast
Dec. 14
Snack Theatre
Auditions
Jan. 15, 2015—
General Meeting
Noon—Hurley Center
Dec. 19 Young Adult Ministry
December Event
Jan. 29, 2015—
Pot Luck Luncheon
Noon—Hurley Center
Feb. 12, 2015—
General Meeting
Noon—Hurley Center
Grandparents!
All Grandparents are welcome
to gather for prayerful support
for your families:
FOR SENIORS
GRANDPARENTS’
PRAYER TIME
St. Edna Moms Plus
Welcomes You!
Tuesday Mornings 8:30-9:00
in the Hurley Center
We meet on Mondays from
9:30-11:00am in the Hurley Center
at St. Edna (and other locations).
We hope you’ll join us!
December 2014 Schedule
Dec. 15 St. Edna Hurley Center
Awesome Babysitters Cookie
Exchange & Holiday Hangout
Leader: Nina
If you are interested in becoming a
member of St. Edna Parish,
please join us in the
Doherty Center on:
January 18, 2015
after the 9:30am Mass
during Sharing Coffee
Registration will take place at this
time. Registration can also be
completed in the Parish Office
during Office Hours.
We look forward to meeting you!
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Dec. 22 No Meeting - Merry Christmas!
Dec. 29 No Meeting
Please visit our St. Edna website,
www.stedna.org/momsplus,
for an up-to-date schedule and more
information. You can also find us
under Parish Life / Ministries.
Questions? Please contact:
Marina Pavlik: [email protected]
***Note about our babysitting: Babies are always welcome to stay with their moms or moms
can take advantage of our wonderful sitters who
watch our children in the St. Edna Nursery.***
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Parish Life Commission
www.stedna.org/parishlife
Snack Theatre 2015 Auditions are TODAY!
1:00pm in the Hurley Center Lower Level
Auditions will consist of a brief song and dance
Go to www.stedna.org/SnackTheatre
for additional information and requirements.
Parish Life
Commission fosters a
sense of parish unity
by organizing and
welcoming all to
community-building
events
St. Edna would like to extend
a warm welcome to our new parishioners!
Names as of November, 2014
Martin & Kathleen Mills
Alonso & Marra Lopez – Orozco (Oscar, Brandon, Evelyn, & Bruce)
Vinay Narisetty
Viju & Asha Pokkamthanam (M ilena)
David & Cheryl Benardi (Christopher, A m bria, & R achael)
Travis & Patty Carrington
Mary Grace Hornilla
Vicki Keogh
Margaret Murphy
Nirmal & Francine Nagarajan
Laurie Oszakewski
Kellie Pauley (V incent & Stephen)
Roberto & Lindsey De Leon
Kathleen Fisher
Chris & Carina Deitschel (M egan)
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Parish Administration
As stewards of the St.
Edna Parish Vision, the
Pastoral Council acts in
an advisory capacity to our
Pastor, assists in
prioritizing needs, and
provides leadership.
Pastoral Council
Co-Chairs:
Daryn Waite
Tom Wuich
ALMS
Alms this weekend will benefit
Retirement Fund for Religious
Alms on December 21 will benefit
St. Edna Community Table
Thank you for your generosity!
Members:
Robert Berhinig
Kevin Ellis
Kelly Fagan
Jani Graziano
Mike Lilly
Kathy Mannard
Matthew Marcheschi
Fr. Eduardo Martinez
Christine McNicholas
Paula Pollman (Rec.)
Marie Schalke
Denise Swanson
Ann Marie Thomas
Deacon Joe Yannotta
Finance Council
Co-Chairs:
Jean Justie
Mary O’Brien
Members:
David Diol
Pat Freeman
Wayne Fritz
William Lyne
John Pelican
Theresa Stoklosa (Rec.)
Jim Williams
Moderator of Councils
Deacon Jim Gaughan
Other GiveCentral Questions…
If I contribute using a paper check, is there a cost to the parish?
A fee is charged for every personal check processed by the bank. There are also costs
incurred in the recording of personal contributions made to St. Edna.
How will my use of GiveCentral help my parish?
Statements of deposits are available to the parish on a daily basis. There is less need
for the handling of contributions by staff. Regularly scheduled contributions assist the
parish in budgeting and paying bills. Visit www.givecentral.org or www.stedna.org to
set up.
I would like to participate in the offertory as the basket is passed. What can I use?
Some parishioners who are already contributing electronically through GiveCentral
have chosen to continue receiving envelopes, marking the “give electronically” box.
There are also cards in the information racks in the narthex that can be placed in the
collection basket in place of a contribution envelope.
Go to www.stedna.org or www.givecentral.org to set up electronic donations.
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St. Edna Parish now accepts donations through GiveCentral, our online donation service. You
can make paperless donations, using your credit card, debit card or electronic checking payments for either one-time or recurring donations. GiveCentral is a safe and secure way to
make your Sunday offertory and other contributions. Research shows that many people today
pay bills and make charitable donations electronically. We want to provide you with that same
convenient option at St. Edna.
Please visit “Donate” or “GiveCentral” at
www.stedna.org or www.givecentral.org to set up your donations.
Thank you for your generosity and support.
Your contributions are greatly appreciated!
To sign up for GiveCentral:
Option 1
From our website at www.stedna.org,
1. Click on “Donate” or “GiveCentral”
2. (continue below)
Option 2
At www.givecentral.org
1. Click on “Sign Up”; enter “St. Edna”
and click on the name when it appears
2. Click on “View Events”
(continue below)
3. Check the box next to each “Event” to which you would like to donate.
Enter the frequency, date range and dollar amount for each and then click “Next”
4. Verify the donations you have entered and click “Continue” or “Payment Options”
5. Create your online giving profile. The fields marked with asterisks are required.
6. Enter your credit card or electronic bank information, then click “Add Payment Method”
7. Confirm the payment method you wish to use for each event.
8. Click “Finish” to submit your payment.
You can return to GiveCentral at any time to make changes to your donations or personal
information. Click on the “Login” button on the home page, then enter your username and
password to access your profile.
Questions? Please contact Pat or Helene at the Parish Office, 847-398-3362.
Parish Administration
Support Religious Communities
“Your generous contribution helps us to care for our
retired sisters and enables our younger sisters to continue
in active ministry,” writes a religious sister. Your gift to
today’s collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious
provides vital support for the retirement needs of senior
sisters, brothers, and religious order priests. It also helps
ensure that younger members can continue the good
works of their elders!
As stewards of the St.
Edna Parish Vision, the
Pastoral Council acts in
an advisory capacity to our
Pastor, assists in
prioritizing needs, and
provides leadership.
Please give generously to this weekend’s collection
for the Retirement Fund for Religious!
Income for Life for You...
Benefit for the Future of Our Parish
A charitable gift annuity is an extraordinary way to make a gift, increase your
income, and slice your tax bill - all in one transaction! The Archdiocese of
Chicago’s charitable gift annuity program was created as a service to our
parishioners who have expressed a desire to make a gift of significance while still
retaining income from the gift during their lives.
A charitable gift annuity provides:
 Income for Life - at attractive payout rates
 Tax Deduction Savings - a large part of what you donate is a deductible
charitable gift
 Tax-Free Payout - a significant portion of your payments is tax-free
 Personal Satisfaction - knowing that your gift will benefit the Church for
years to come
Gift annuity rates are determined by the age of the person or persons who receive
the income payments. Call Patti Condon in the Archidocesan Office of
Stewardship and Development at 312-534-7311; she would be happy to discuss
your gift in greater detail and send you a free gift illustration.
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Stewardship Council
Stewardship Council
strives to inspire our
community to express
gratitude for God’s
many gifts through
service to God
and one another.
Co-Chairs:
Brent Johnson
Deacon Greg Beeber
Members:
Bob Amend
Vince Caffarello
David Clark
Nancy Holpuch
Karen Janisch (rec.)
www.stedna.org/stewardship
Stewardship Bulletin Reflection
December 14, 2014
Third Sunday of Advent
In his letter to the Thessalonians, our second
reading for this, the Third Sunday of Advent, St.
Paul gives us a summary of what it means to be
a good steward: “Rejoice always. Pray without
ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks.” That
may seem simplistic, admittedly difficult, but
those are indeed at the heart of a stewardship way of life.
It is worth noting as we prepare for the coming of the Christ child that stewardship
is both a happy and positive way of living. It is happy because good stewards,
through focusing on gratitude, view life in an upbeat and encouraging way. As a
result they are not blessed because they are stewards, but they are exceedingly
happy because they view all as gift and all with gratefulness.
Paul goes on to say that it is God’s will that we live like this. That does not mean
that it is a mandate or an order from the Lord — He granted each of us free will.
Nevertheless, because it is God’s will, rather than we must do it, we are able to do
it with God’s help. During this Advent season, as Christmas approaches, is the
perfect time for us to commit to lives of stewardship. By turning to God and
trusting in the Lord, we can achieve this.
Contact:
[email protected]
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Human Concerns Commission
www.stedna.org/humanconcerns
The Christmas Story at St. Edna
Hats, Gloves, and Socks
We all are familiar with the Story of Christmas as told in
Luke’s Gospel: “This day a Savior has been born.”
The Story of Christmas at St. Edna is different than the story
in Luke’s Gospel, but like the former, it is about a savior. The
savior in this stor y is not one per son, but the many people
at St. Edna who help the poor, the homeless, and the hungry throughout the year by
donating a bag of food on the third Sunday of each month. Your support is most
appreciated. Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
Thanking you is only part of the story. The rest of the story is not yet written.
Sometimes I am asked if St. James and St. Edna really need all that food.
Unfortunately, the answer is yes and more. Currently, the food pantries serve more
than 1600 families each month. Providing food for the poor, the homeless, and the
hungry is and will continue to be an on-going ministry. Thus, I ask you to continue
to be generous.
Human Concerns
Commission will
witness efforts in the
areas of care ministry
and social outreach.
Co-Chairs:
Diane Mulroe
Diane Yannotta
Members:
Bob Amend
Paquita Bares
Evelyn Getty
Mark Rymsza
Ann Rymsza
Bob Rokos
Joseph Yannotta
A Hats, Gloves, and Socks Kind of Christmas
As in past years, St. Edna’s parishioners are invited to participate in “A Hats,
Gloves, and Socks Kind of Christmas”. As the Christ Child was wrapped in
swaddling clothes to keep Him warm, we would like to wrap the homeless in Hats,
Gloves, or Socks. To do this we need your help. In December , I am asking you
to place a Hat, Gloves, or Socks in the bag of food that you so generously give.
The next food collection is the weekend of December 14, 2014. Please bring a
bag of food with you when you come to church. Also, please make a
contribution to St. James using the gold envelopes each month.
Merry Christmas
Don Kellen
ST. EDNA PRISON MINISTRY PRESENTS:
“INFORMATION ABOUT THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM”
Going through the process of having a loved one facing imprisonment or already caught up
in the criminal justice system, is a frightening and frustrating experience. Where do you
turn?
The St. Edna Prison Ministry offers a free opportunity to parishioners to learn about how the
criminal justice system works and provide referrals to local agencies which specialize in
substance abuse, anger management/domestic violence, gambling problems, etc. Perhaps
you may be looking for someone to prayerfully meet with and discuss such issues.
Meetings are scheduled on an as-needed basis and are located at St. Edna.
anonymity is respected and all meetings are confidential.
Your
Please call St. Edna at 847-398-3362 x315 to request to be contacted by an expert in the
field of criminal justice.
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Human Concerns Commission
Human Concerns
Commission will
witness efforts in the
areas of care ministry
and social outreach.
www.stedna.org/humanconcerns
Job Ministry Holiday Social Event
7:00
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For more information: [email protected]
Outreach Ministry Report for the period of November 3-November 29, 2014
153 Clients were served during this period, 64 were experiencing homelessness.
Jewel Cards in the amount of $20.00 each for a total of $1,700.00.
McDonald cards in the amount of $5.00 each for a total of $290.00.
Speedway Gas cards in the amount of $20.00 each for a total of $720.00.
Good Will cards in the amount of $10.00 each for a total of $90.00.
Nine Ventra cards in the amount of $3.00 and 2 @ $10.00 each for a total of $47.00
Medicine in the amount of $139.49, was provided.
Food Pantry items in the amount of $2960.00 were distributed.
35 Thanksgiving boxed dinners complete with a turkey and all the trimmings including a $20.00
Jewel card were distributed. Value per box $50.00 for a total of $1750.00.
Total amount of help provided during this period, $7,723.49
All of this was made possible with the help of our Outreach Ministers who assist those who come to
our door on a daily basis, and through the generosity of our parishioners . I realize that at this time of
year requests for donations are non-stop. Your donations to the Outreach Ministry make it possible
for us to continue to help those right here within our Parish boundaries .A simple thank you seems
inadequate, but with your support, we will be able to continue helping those in need. God Bless you
and best wishes for a Merry Christmas.
Elaine Carver, President, St. Edna Outreach
St. Edna Community Table is a subsidiary ministry of the
Outreach Ministry under Human Concerns whose mission is:
To welcome and serve all who seek nourishment and fellowship.
Recently the team members of SECT visited with all of the councils and commissions here at St.
Edna to share information about this important ministry. We have successfully completed our
inaugural season this past September. The meetings with the various councils and commissions were
successful in communicating and inviting/inspiring other St. Edna ministries to partner with the
SECT team for next summer’s dinners. This is the second in a series of articles that address
“Frequently Asked Questions” which were shared with the councils and commissions.
Q: What are the specific volunteer opportunities?
A: Your group would be asked to assist with the following:
 Sponsorship/preparation: Sponsor a Summer Supper by raising funds to purchase the food for the
meal OR prepare the food and bring it to St. Edna at the designated time
 Set-up and décor: Decorate our Doherty Center dining room (creativity is encouraged!), and set
up for food service (set tables, last-minute food preparation, set up serving lines, set up drinks
station, etc.)
 Service: Serve food and drinks to our clientele, and attend to their needs as required
 Carry-outs: Prepare “goodie bags” for our clientele, consisting of items that are useful for them
such as prepared foods like granola bars, bottles of water and toiletries like deodorant and tooth
paste
 Clean-up: clear tables, wash, dry and put away dishes, return the dining and kitchen areas to their
original/clean state
Look in next week’s bulletin for more FAQs!
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December 14, 2014
Furthering Our Faith
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Make yourself a prophet
As Christians, we have a long biblical history of God
speaking through prophets such as Isaiah, Jeremiah,
and Ezekiel. Although divinely inspired, the prophets
faced a tough job. Often they begged, encouraged,
cajoled, harangued, and otherwise urged the people to
turn away from anything that separated them from God
and one another. They beseeched the people to return
to God and make right a society suffering from misuse
of power, injustice, and indifference. The prophets
remind us that God is always present, reaching out with
love. How will you accept God’s love today and share
it with others?
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-24;
John 1:6-8, 19-28
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Patience, people
After some weeks of Advent, you may find yourself
struggling to maintain the mood of waiting and
expectation when all the world is already at the height
of celebrating a winter holiday. We need such secular
celebrations (even under the title of Christmas!) to
deepen the bonds of friendship and generosity.
However, the Christian also needs a strong spirit of
stillness to tell the difference between these
celebrations and the quiet, gentle, purple time of
longing. Otherwise, when Christmas arrives all you’ll
have left to offer is fatigue—not much of a joyous
welcome for Christ.
T
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: Numbers 24:2-7, 15-17a;
Matthew 21:23-27
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Seek stillness
Every country has its unique Christmas traditions, but
the Philippines beats them all in terms of the length of
its Christmas season, which starts as early as
September and lasts into January. The official church
observance in the Philippines begins today with nine
days of devotion called Simbang Gabi (Filipino for
“Night Mass”). Mass is held before sunrise, originally
to accommodate farmers who are busy with the harvest
this time of year. During the hectic pace of the
holidays, try to carve out peaceful moments of quiet to
reflect on the meaning of the season.
T
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: Zephaniah 3:1-2, 9-13;
Matthew 21:28-32
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The excitement grows
Wonderful events can leave us breathless beyond an
exclamation of delight: Oh! Similarly, wonder in the
divine Presence influences us in prayer: O Lord. As
early as the sixth century, the Great O Antiphons of
Advent have been chanted in the church to express
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growing excitement during the last seven days of
Advent. The title of each antiphon begins with the
interjection “O” followed by a name mentioned in
scripture as an attribute for Christ. They were formed
into a song in the 12th century, “Veni, Veni
Emmanuel,” and translated 700 years later as “O
Come, O Come, Emmanuel.” We pray today: O
Wisdom, ancient and new, help your church to combine
tradition with new understanding.
T
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Matthew 1:1-17
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Our God saves us
The title seems old-fashioned. “Lord” comes from an
era in which one man was master/protector over a
household, village, or territory. The Most High is
viewed as this kind of Lord with the universe as his
household. God is recognized as Lord in the act of
liberating captives from Egyptian slavery and
Babylonian exile. Jesus earns this title when he’s
revealed as truly his Father’s Son: liberator of a world
enslaved to sin. We pray today: O Sacred Lord, free us
from every attitude or behavior that limits our love.
T
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: Jeremiah 23:5-8;
Matthew 1:18-25
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surprising births from women too old, inexperienced,
barren, or unlikely to conceive. Yet the babies keep
coming, because the God of Life wills it and the
mothers say yes. In these stories, younger sons upstage
older ones, losers win, and a shepherd boy becomes a
king. We pray today: O Root of Jesse, find within our
present-day stories the seed of amazing new life.
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Luke 1:5-25
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The world is full of sighing people, disappointed in
efforts that seem to amount to nothing. “If only we had
more money, control, say in what happens!” Maybe the
“juice” isn’t what’s lacking. Maybe it’s faith. God
invites us to participate in the authority of the universe:
the power to forgive sin. Forgiveness is the big key that
unlocks every door. But too often it sits there,
under-utilized. We pray today: O Key of David, give
us courage to give and receive the forgiveness you
have gained for us.
T
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: Isaiah 7:10-14;
Luke 1:26-38
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Just for Kids
Children’s Stewardship Corner
November 30, 2014
Matt, Annabelle, Mathew, and Armaan gave thanks to God for the
blessings in their life by….
 I cleaned the fish bowls.
In addition to their good deeds, the children donated $24.00 to
Saint Edna Parish. May God continue to bless each of you!
I feel good when I thank God!
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December 14, 2014
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