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T his Sunday we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord. We often speak of the “Gifts of the Magi”. The Three Kings offer gifts to the baby Jesus and the holy Family. In many cultures this day is the day for gift
giving. The true gift we receive though is the Christ child. The Magi symbolize that Jesus came for everyone in every time and place. This is a universal celebration and the Feast of the Epiphany reminds us of that. Our God is the god who is with us in our best moments and our worst. We give thanks to the God who is with! Today as we celebrate Epiphany, we invite you to stop at the St. Kieran coffee shop for some coffee and Latino desserts including the “Rosca del Dia de Reyes”. To ring in the New Year the coffee shop will be extended this morning and from 12-1:30 PM Latino Appetizers will be added to the mix. What a nice way to celebrate the Feast of the Three Kings. See you at the St. Kieran coffee shop. Thanks to all of the singers and musicians who have made our liturgies so meaningful this Christmas season. I love hearing the compliments on the great music we have at St. Kieran. Thanks to Joanne for all of her work, and thanks to all who participate in our music ministry.
On Wednesday of this week the St. Kieran Religious Education program will begin as well. After a wonderful Christmas break it is now time to buckle down for the second half of the school year. January is also a time to begin planning for the next school year. I invite parents who are interested in Catholic Schools to think about St. Agnes. There will be an open house for St. Agnes School on January 31st beginning at noon. Registration for next year will soon be upon us, so we encourage you to call and take a tour of the school if you are a new family to St. Agnes. St. Agnes is able to work with families to help make Catholic School affordable, and St. Kieran also helps by insuring a parishioner rate. It is never too soon to make those plans. Finally, thanks to everyone for your generous donations over the holiday for the parish. With your help the parish remains strong. In the next few months we will begin the Teach Who Christ is Campaign. This five year pledged campaign is once again for projects in the parish as well as for an Archdiocesan scholarship fund set up for children in Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese. The projects haven’t been set yet, but within the month more information should be coming. Again thank you for your generous support.
Notes from Fr. John
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: 1 Jn 3:22 — 4:6; Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a; Mt 4:12-17, 23-25
Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10; Ps 72:1-4, 7-8; Mk 6:34-44
Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13; Mk 6:45-52
Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19 — 5:4; Ps 72:1-2, 14, 15bc, 17; Lk 4:14-22a
Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Lk 5:12-16
Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149:1-6a, 9b; Jn 3:22-30
Sunday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 29:1-4, 3, 9-10 or Ps 104:1b-4, 24-25, 27-30; Acts 10:34 -38 or Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Rise up in splendor, Jerusalem! The LORD shines upon you and the glory of the Lord appears over you (Isaiah 60:1-6).
Psalm — Lord, every nation on earth will adore you (Psalm 72).
Second Reading — The mystery has been made known that the Gentiles are coheirs, copartners in the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel (Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6).
Gospel — Magi from the east arrived, saying, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews?” (Matthew 2:1-12).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
St. Kieran Catholic Church
The Epiphany of the Lord January 3, 2016
Rise up in splendor, Jerusalem! Your light has come, the glory of the Lord shines upon you.
— Isaiah 60:1
St. Kieran Parish 2015 Christmas Offerings
(Addi on to the Previous List)
The Poinse as decora ng the Church have been donated in honor of the following persons:
Bill Angell, req. by Rose Angell Syrek and Angell Family, req. by Rose Angell
Joe and May Kostka, req. by Rose Angell
“Smell the Coffee”
St. Kieran Coffee Shop Today, January 3 8:30 to 1:30 PM
Begin the new year celebrating the Epiphany of Our Lord Jesus Christ with a Latin flavor. Join us at our next Coffee Shop where we will have the common Latino pastries, including the traditional "Rosca del Dia de Reyes".
To continue with the celebration, we will extend our Coffee Shop hours. During our regulars hours from 8:30 to 11:30 AM we will be serving Brazilian, Puerto Rican, and Mexican coffee. From 12 to 1:30 PM, in addition to our regular and Latino pastries, we will be adding a limited variety of Latino appetizers. Come gather and enjoy us for some coffee, sweets, and fellowship as we honor the coming of the three kings to the infant Jesus Christ.
For more information, please contact Matt Gornick, (708) 957-0066.
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Parish News & Events
The Religious Education Office is closed until Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
On behalf of the St. Kieran Church staff, we want to wish you ...
Thanks to everyone who helped make The Giving Tree a success this year. It is always heart-warming to see the abundance of generosity and support that you provide. May God bless you for
caring and sharing. The Outreach Committee.
The Chicago Heights Knights of Columbus “Youth Free Throw Championship”
All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 from St. Paul, St. Agnes, and St. Kieran parishes can participate in District and State competitions. Written parental consent is required, and entry forms will be placed in church vestibules, and rectories, at the parishes. The local contest will be held at the St. Kieran gym on Sunday, January 10th, 2016 at 1:00 PM. For additional information you may contact K. of C. Activities Director Bill Gardner at (708) 250-7255.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MARDI GRAS FAMILY POT LUCK!
Saturday, February 6, 2016
The St. Kieran Women’s Club has moved its annual Fat Tuesday Pot Luck to a Saturday night and added entertainment, a cash bar, and raffle baskets. All members of the parish and community are invited, so we are anticipating a larger crowd than usual. We need your help to make this event successful. Please call Teri Klopp in the Religious Education Office at 708/754-0484 to find out what volunteer opportunities are available, or fill out the form below and place it in the collection basket. Thanks for your help! _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I’d love to help with Mardi Gras! Name: __________________________________ Daytime Phone: __________________________ Evening Phone: __________________________
Come Celebrate with Sr. Ida January 10, 2016
Sister Ida Green has celebrated her 60th year of service to the church. Parishioners are invited to a reception after 10:00 AM mass to congratulate her on this wonderful accomplishment. There will be coffee and breakfast pastries in the church vestibule. Many blessings to you, Sister Ida!
Parish News & Events
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Blood Pressure Checks
Next Weekend
Blood pressure checks after all masses next weekend January 09/10.
WOMEN’S CLUB BOOK DISCUSSION
GROUP
The St. Kieran Women’s Club invites readers to
join the book discussion of
“Two Old Women, 20th Anniversary Edition: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal,
Courage and Survival”
by Velma Wallis
Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Library.
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H-F Park District New Year's Party For Active Adults and Seniors
Wednesday, January 6
Ring in the New Year from Noon to 2 p.m. at the Irwin Community Center, Ridge and Highland, Homewood. Enjoy a delectable lunch of chicken with goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, twice-baked potato, roasted brussel sprouts, fresh baked roll, and decedent chocolate cake for dessert (catered by Wiley's Grill). Our entertain-ment is "It's Yesterday Once More" starring Legacy Gird Renee Hein and internationally recognized guitarist Dave Byron. Party is complete with noisemakers, door prizes, raffle, and a toast to a healthy and happy 2016. Please register by Noon on Monday, January 4, in person at the Community Center or by calling 708-957-7275. Fee: $10 R / $15 NR
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Orientation Meeting will be held:
Date: January 18, 2016
Place: Infant Jesus of Prague Parish Flossmoor Road & Leavitt in Flossmoor Ministry Center (west of the school)
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Come and see! Contact: Janice at 708.921.1902
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Other News & Events
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Ministry Schedule for January 9 & 10 2016
Our Troops
5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Gene LaBelle Emil Vasek Dave Dutko
Gina Caffarini Briana Narcissi Tom Narcissi
Candyee Jupiter Deborah Linde Gordon Moberg
Natalee Cuti Ann Marie Gornick
Pat Hand Karlene Henshaw
John Jaworski Ron Magnabosco
Susan Alessandrini Amanda Klopp Carlos Porrata Dawn Sterning Brenda Wesley James Wood
Elijah Hines Joshua Hines Phillip Marta
** Altar Servers are needed
Matteo Alessandrini Sofia Alessandrini
Gabriella Alessandrini
Barb Dutko Ida Green
Jim Calvert Judy Flanigan
Barb Cianchetti Lynn Hume
Debbie Wlodarski Mary Clairmont The Alessandrini Family
Army E5 Patrick Atwater
Sgt. Brenden Flanagan Sgt. James R. Hibbs
PFC Lee James Roché
CWO Thomas J. Seehausen
Marine Corps SSgt. John Henry
LCpl. Joseph Johnson Cpl. David Rainford LCpl. Patrick Russell SSgt. Nathan Taylor
National Guard SSgt. Paul LaBelle
Navy Eugene Borak Troy DaVault
Raymond J. Martinez
Michelle Acadia Kim Alexander
Mary Ann Berbig Jenna Bova
Glenn Cinkus Pedro Colón
Janel Compton Ken Connor
JoAnne Corrigan Frank Cuti
Vera D'Apice Barbara DiGiovanni
Perry DiGiovanni Shar Drozdowski Sorita Durham
Christine Dymek Norman Falcioni
Bob Flaws Tom Fleisher
McKenzie Gardiner Marlene Gaughan
Tom Haggerty Florence Hand
William Hand, Sr. Mathew Heinberg
Sarah Hergenrother
Brian Kalan Mary Kelly Ed Lileikis
Joann Mackowiak Vera Maloni Terri Masiur
Kathleen Masterson Erin McCann
Shirley Monser Marilyn Monteleone
John Murray Herb Neal
Rosemarie Pagliero Mark Pohl
Elena Presutti Don Prior
Katie Quinn Radomski Marjorie V. Ringwald Thomas Seehausen
Audrey Strasser Fran Somer Pat Sullivan
Linda Wickizek Dana Wittman
Marjorie Woltman
Holy Family Shrine
This week, the flowers decorating The Holy Family Shrine
in the back of church were donated in memory of . . .
Fran Broxterman, from Lisa Hibbs
Dominic Cianchetti, from his family
There are dates available throughout 2016 to purchase flowers
dedicated to a loved one for the Holy Family Shrine in the Church.
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Questions? Call Sandy Vasek at the Rectory Office Monday through Friday
from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 708/755-0074
Monday, January 4 8:00 a.m. Communion Service (C) 5:00 p.m. St. Agnes Athletics (H) to 9 PM
Tuesday, January 5 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass (C) 6:00 p.m. St. Joseph Athletics (H) to 9 PM
Wednesday, January 6 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass (C) 6:30 p.m. Religious Education Classes (S) to 8 PM Epiphany Blessing of Classrooms during RE
Thursday, January 7 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass (C) 12:30 p.m. Bible Study (L) to 2 PM 5:00 p.m. St. Agnes Athletics (H) to 9 PM 7:00 p.m. Choir Practice (C)
Friday, January 8 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass (C) 5:00 p.m. St. Agnes Athletics (H) to 9 PM 3:00 p.m. Kairos Leadership Retreat begins (R)
Saturday, January 9 9:00 a.m. Communion Service (C) 9:00 a.m. St. Agnes Athletics (H) to 1 PM 3:00 p.m. Kairos Leadership Retreat ends (R) 4:00 p.m. Confession (C) to 4:30 PM 5:00 p.m. Anticipated Sunday Mass (C) Blood Pressure Checks after all Masses this weekend
Sunday, January 10 8:00 a.m. Sunday Mass (C) 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass (C) Blood Pressure Checks after all Masses this weekend 11:30 a.m. Baptisms (C)
Monday, January 4 - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
8:00 a.m. • Communion Service
Tuesday, January 5 - St. John Neumann 8:00 a.m. • Rev. Paul Schwartz, req. by St. Kieran Church
Wednesday, January 6 - St. André Bessette 8:00 a.m. • For the souls in purgatory
Thursday, January 7 - St. Raymond of Penyafort; Julian Calendar Christmas
8:00 a.m. • 60th Wedding Anniversary of Tom & Noreen Bussey
Friday, January 8 - Weekday
9:00 a.m. • Margaret Theiling, req. by St. Kieran Church
Saturday, January 9 - Weekend
9:00 a.m. • Communion Service 5:00 p.m. • Sheila Czarnecki, req. by Rich Czarnecki & family • Alfred & Norma Portelli, req. by Bill & Melinda • Dolores Panici, req. by her family
Sunday, January 10 - The Baptism of the Lord
8:00 a.m. • Barbara Hall, req. by Chuck Carvelli
10:00 a.m. • Alex Cipolla, req. by Nancy Evans
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Noreen & Tom Bussey 60th Anniversary
St. Kieran Catholic Church 724 West 195 Street, Chicago Heights IL 60411
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Parish Mission Statement:
St. Kieran Parish is a Catholic community within the Archdiocese of Chicago. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, nourished by Scripture and Sacrament, we are called by Christ to become disciples and stewards. Through worship, fellowship, catechesis, and service to all God’s children, we embrace our Lord’s challenge to live as family and be his witnesses, beginning here in Chicago Heights.
Parish Staff: Rev. John Siemianowski, Pastor Deacon Eugene Labelle, Senior Deacon Rev. Thomas Kasputis, Associate Pastor Deacon David Dutko Rev. William O’Mara, Resident Associate Deacon Emil Vasek
Weekend Masses are celebrated Saturdays at 5 PM; Sundays at 8 AM and 10 AM Weekday Masses are celebrated Tuesday through Friday at 8:00 a.m.
Communion Services are celebrated on Mondays at 8:00 a.m. and on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated on Saturdays at 4:00 p.m.
Rectory Office, 708/755-0074: Hours of Operation: 9 AM to 3 PM (Mon—Fri)
Sandy Vasek, Office Manager, [email protected] Sheila Porrata, Bulletin Editor, [email protected]
Emily Hernandez, Parish Secretary, [email protected]
Religious Education Office, 708/754-0484: Hours of Operation: 9 AM to 3 PM (Tuesday—Thursday)
6 PM to 8 PM (Wednesdays when RE Classes are in session)
Teri Klopp, Coordinator, [email protected]
Director of Music: Mrs. Joanne Rossbach, 708/755-0074
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Contact the Rectory Office to make arrangements. Regular Baptismal Sundays are the first and third Sundays of the month at 11:30 a.m. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Contact the Rectory Office at least six month prior to date of marriage. SACRAMENT OF EUCHARIST TO THE HOMEBOUND: Please contact the Rectory Office to set-up visits. ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION: For adults who wish to know more about the Roman Catholic faith, please contact the Rectory Office and the Director of the process will contact you. NEW PARISHIONERS: To become a member, please contact the Rectory Office for a registration form. BULLETIN/PARISH CALENDAR: Bulletin information should be submitted by email to the Bulletin Editor. Contact the Office Manager for arrangements to use parish facilities.
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