St. Alphonsus Liguori Church · St. Alphonsus Liguori Church Sunday, August 25, 2019 ♦ Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time L oved and called by God, we, St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish

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St. Alphonsus Liguori Church

Sunday, August 25, 2019 ♦ Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

Parish Mission Statement

L oved and called by God, we, St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, come together as an involved, welcoming and caring Catholic community. Following Jesus and guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to prayer, service and living our faith. Enriched by Word and Sacrament, we minister to the spiritual, educational and human needs of our families, parishioners and neighbors.

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St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish 411 N. Wheeling Rd., Prospect Heights, IL 60070

www.SaintAlphonsusPH.org • 847.255.7452

PARISH AND SCHOOL STAFF

Pastor: Rev. Joseph Nhat Le - [email protected] 847.255.7452 x 102 Office Manager / Pastoral Associate: Carol Holden, D.Min. [email protected] 847-255-7452 x 105 Pastoral Minister: Doreen Kelly, M.A.P.S. [email protected] 847-255-7452 x 157 Hispanic Ministry: Rev. Jack Hurley 847.255.7452 x 113 Deacons: Steve Stecker - [email protected] 847.331.4957 Cal Blickle - [email protected] 847.392.7398 School Principal: Janice DiVincenzo - [email protected] 847.255.5538 x 115 School Office Secretary: Linda Bromer - [email protected] 847.255.5538 x 114 Facilities Manager: Rich Miceli - [email protected] 847.255.7452 x 125 Business Manager / Bookeeper: Wendy Mattison - [email protected] 847.255.7452 x 101 Parish Office Receptionist: Margaret Harnett - [email protected] 847.255.7452 x 100 Administrative Assistant / Bulletin Editor: Deana McKavanagh - [email protected] 847.255.7452 x 131 Coordinator of Religious Education Grades K-5: Susan Panek [email protected] 847.255.9490 x 104 Coordinator of Religious Education Grades 6-8: Anne Balzanto [email protected] 847.255.9490 x 116 Director of Youth Ministry: Matthew Benitez - [email protected] 847.255.7452 x 143 Director of Music- Saturday 5:00pm: Mary Pietro Director of Music- Sunday 8:30am & 5:00pm: Roslyn McQuillan Director- “Chorus of Faith” Choir - Sunday 11:00am: Scott Huff Ministry of Care Coordinator: Andrea Ricard - 847.255.7452 x 170

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL Fr. Joseph Nhat Le- Pastor, Barb Teeple —Co-Chair, Carol Holden- Parish Staff Rep., Ryan Ostrowski, Paulette Ludvigsen, Hernan Fonseca, Alicja Folta, Aga Adamska, Monica Kort, Joe Vaccarella and Ron Wendell

SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL Fr. Joseph Nhat Le- Pastor, Janice DiVincenzo- Principal, Rob Bradford- President, Ray Suerth- Vice President, Eric Claudio, Michelle Drabik, Laura Maglio, Mark Krier, Ray Kuper and Michelle Freihage

FINANCE COMMITTEE Fr. Joseph Nhat Le- Pastor, Jeff Huff & John Balzanto (co-chairs), Larry Gulik, Natalie Krier, Joanne Topham, Paul Marcy and Wendy Mattison- Parish Staff

PARISH OFFICE HOURS SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS M-F 9:00 am – 4:00 pm M-F 8:00 am – 2:30 pm

MASSES Sunday ....................... 8:30 am, 11:00 am & 5:00 pm Weekdays .................. 8:15 am (Unless otherwise specified on pg. 4) Saturday .................... 8:15 am & 5:00 pm (Anticipated Liturgy) Holy Days…………...8:15 am & 7:00 pm (Unless otherwise specified on pg. 4)

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays from 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm or by appointment.

MARRIAGES Arrangements must be made at least six months prior to the wedding date. Please call the Parish Office at 847-255-7452 x 105.

BAPTISMS 1st and 3rd Sundays - Please call Parish Office for information and arrangements.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA) For those contemplating becoming Catholic or those wishing to learn more about the Catholic faith. Please call the Parish Office 847-255-7452.

HEARING AID AMPLIFIERS AVAILABLE - PLEASE ASK AN USHER

WEDDING BANNS

Daniel Bernaey & Alexandra Wilson

Sunday, August 25 8:30 am †Rita Steffens †Grace Valenziano †Michael Whelan †Jack Toomey †Deacon Vern Valenziano †Virginia Laskowski †Elizabeth & Ted Moskal 11:00 am †Barbara Burzinski †Jacqueline Barrera †Sharon Moran †Allyson Kim 5:00 pm †Joanne Twomey †Stella Cygan †Richard & Marie Martin Monday, August 26

8:15 am †Ken Marcotte †Daley-Lee Family †Rocco Carluccio †Ted Moskal Tuesday, August 27

8:15 am †Esther LaVigne †Richard Sullivan Wednesday, August 28 8:15 am †Norman Wilkens Thursday, August 29 8:15 am †Leonard Indovina Friday, August 30 8:15 am †Carmen Guido Saturday, August 31

8:15 am †William & Sylvia Pfeffer 5:00 pm †Michael Pavlo †George Fine †Carol Matker †Roger Morey Sunday, September 1 8:30 am †Lawrence Schuetz †Jack Toomey †Michael Whelan 11:00 am †Bronia Brzozowska 5:00 pm †Joanne Twomey †Vito Badalamenti

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Doreen Kelly, Pastoral Minister . . . . . .

“They shall bring all your brothers and sisters from all the nations as an offering to the Lord… to Jerusalem, my holy mountain, says the Lord…” Isaiah 66:20

“‘Strive to enter through the narrow gate…’” Luke 13:24

“And people will come from the east and the west and from the north and the south and will recline at table in the kingdom of God.” Luke 13:29

Some years ago I went on a weekend trip to Milwaukee to celebrate the 50th birthday of a dear friend. The arrangements for the weekend had been made by two women in our group of five. We were to have a special dinner on Saturday night at a location that the two planners kept secret from the group, and especially from the “birthday girl.” When dinner time approached, we headed to the hotel entrance thinking we would catch a taxi, but the planners said the restaurant was in walking distance, so off we went out into the cold, starry February night. We followed the leaders down slushy streets and eventually turned into a dimly lit alley, which was completely confusing to the three of us not “in the know.” The leaders located an almost imperceptible door in the wall of a building and said we had arrived at our destination, but that we now had to “get in.” We entered a small dark vestibule, within which, was a narrow door with a small darkened slit of a window. The door opened and one of the leaders stepped inside…and the door closed behind her! It opened again and the other leader did the same, leaving the three of us in complete confusion and more than a little anxious. We whispered to each other nervously – what should we do? Do we need a ticket? How do we find the other two? We had no idea! The “birthday girl,” brave at 50 years old, stepped up to the door. It opened; she disappeared. Not wanting to be the last one left in the vestibule, I approached the door. On stepping beyond it, I found myself in another small dark room. A voice said, “Password please,” of which, of course, I had no clue! Would I have to leave? Would I be separated from my friends and end up lost in a dark alley in an unfamiliar city? Would I be left behind? God compassionately creates us in God’s image because doing so leads us to the Kingdom, back to God. Two particular facets of God’s plan speak to me in today’s Readings. First, we are constantly on a journey toward a greater fullness. Our journey may be literal – we travel to earthly places in search of beauty, adventure, education, and experiences that will expand our sense of self. In the same way, and often without leaving home, we journey intellectually and spiritually. Second, we are corporate: we are drawn to others; we need others. Many things in life can only be accomplished with the help of others. God, the Lord, sent the Israelites to “gather nations of every language” so that they could share with them the glory of the Lord, providing the way for these newcomers to gain access to “the holy mountain” – the place where God dwells. They had to be brought along by those who already believed and knew God’s compassion and mercy, and they had to claim it as their own – make it their “password.” In his ministry, and especially on his journey to Jerusalem, Jesus taught and modeled God’s compassion and mercy. He did this in radical and surprising ways by healing untouchables and spending time with outcasts and known sinners – the “last” in society of that time. Making the last first IS the way through the “narrow gate” into the Kingdom. How do we do this? How can we be like Jesus? How can we gain entry? We already have the password: GRACE – God’s self-communication of compassion and mercy which call’s out to the image of God that exists within each of us! Nurtured in prayer, scripture, and sacraments! Enacted in love! Love gets us through the narrow door every time!

God bless!

(A complete set of this summer’s series on “Grace,” including bibliography, are available through the Parish Office.)


This Week at St. Alphonsus Sunday, August 25

Kingdom Kids will resume September 8! Family Mass - Church - 11:00am TCIA Parent Meeting - Mtg. Rooms B/C - 6:00pm

tUESday, August 27

Holy Hour Prayer / Adoration / Benediction - Church - 6:30—7:30pm Domestic Violence Ministry Meeting - Burke Hall - 7:00pm “Friends of Bill W.” - Mtg. Rooms B/C - 7:30pm

Wednesday, August 28

School Curriculum Orientation - Dining Hall - 6:30pm

Thursday, August 29

“Chorus of Faith” Choir Rehearsal - Church - 7:00pm

Saturday, August 31

Pray the Holy Rosary - Church - 7:45am Young Adult Mass - Church - 5:00pm

Sunday, September 1

Kingdom Kids will resume September 8

~ Readings for the Week ~ Monday: 1 Thes 1:1-5, 8b-10; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Mt 23:13-22 Tuesday: 1 Thes 2:1-8; Ps 139:1-6; Mt 23:23-26 Wednesday: 1 Thes 2:9-13; Ps 139:7-12ab; Mt 23:27-32 Thursday: 1 Thes 3:7-13; Ps 71:1-4a, 5-6ab, 15ab, 17; Mk 6:17-29 Friday: 1 Thes 4:1-8; Ps 97:1, 2b, 5-6, 10-12; Mt 25:1-13 Saturday: 1 Thes 4:9-11; Ps 98:1, 7-9; Mt 25:14-30 Sunday: Sir 3:17-18, 20, 28-29; Ps 68:4-7, 10-11; Heb 12:18-19, 22-24a; Lk 14:1, 7-14

MINISTRY SCHEDULES FOR AUGUST 31 & SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

MASS TIME

PRESIDER &

MUSIC STYLE

LECTORS

EUCHARISTIC

MINISTERS

ALTAR

SERVERS

GREETERS

5:00 pm

Fr. Joseph Le Contemporary Ensemble

Young Adult Mass

R. Ostrowski M. Benitez

W. Mattison (LC), R. Ostrowski, K. Sibley, M. Wester, A. Folta, N. Ochab, M. Laera, P. Clarke, B. Cloud, N. O’Brien, M. Benitez

A. Baroud J. Baroud Need One

L. Kohout E. Mendralla R. Bunda C. Broder

8:30 am

Fr. Joseph Le “Gathered Voices” Morning Ensemble

D. Quiery K. Paplinski Need One

J. Jocius (LC), D. Grewe, J. McCarte, Deacon Cal, C. Holden, A. Gilarski, P. Paplinski, W. Lynch, M. Turansky, Need Two

Z. Sales D. Paplinski Need One

R. Drozdz T. Kriese R. Nebergall P. Valenziano

11:00 am

Fr. Joseph Le “Chorus of Faith”

Adult Choir

R. Bernardi E. Bernardi

J. Moskal (LC), P. Hendricks, A. Wunch, J. Schultz, W. Verlina, R. Flynn, R. Smith, Need Four

D. Smith S. Smith R. Cobarrubias-Putz

J. Drago M. Crost M.Crost U. Rice

5:00 pm

Fr. Tom Bishop Sunday Night Ensemble

T. Spiegelhalter M. Dominski (LC), J. Spiegelhalter, S. Anderson, N. Kurowicki, Need One

Smith Family Need One


The Ministry of Care FOOD PANTRY NEWS…

Thanks to your donations, 60 families were provided with bags of food at the August 17th Food Pantry distribution. In addition to our distribution of food on that day, all of the families with school age children received school supplies. We would like to thank all of the parishioners that donated school supplies. We would also like to thank all of the volunteers that helped with the sorting and distribution of the school supplies. We are blessed to have so many stewards giving their time, talent and treasure to our Food Pantry families! Please help the Food Pantry by donating the following items: Boxes of cereal Cans of tuna Cans or jars of pasta sauce Toilet paper

Thank you for your donations and generosity!

The Garden of Eatin’ (Vegetable Garden Ministry) is in need of volunteers to help plant and maintain the vegetable garden.

This parish ministry benefits the families that come to our Food Pantry and the Wheeling Township Food Pantry.

TO VOLUNTEER Please Contact: Shirley Runge 224-805-3451 or Jan Tisza 847-322-5103

Ministers of Care

Ministers of Care carry on Christ’s mission by

ministering to the spiritual needs of people with prayers and comfort in times of sickness. We

personally visit your home or hospital room. If you or a member of your family would like a visit from a

Minister of Care, and have the Sacrament of Eucharist brought to you, please contact:

Andrea Ricard 847-255-7452 x 170

If you would like to receive COMMUNION with Low Gluten Hosts (.ooo2%), please

contact the Parish Office at 847-255-7452.

If you have strict dietary requirements, please consult your doctor.

Would you like to be a Minister of Care ?

Register for the Minister of Care 2019 Fall Training Program

This program is designed for persons to be commissioned and mandated as Ministers of Care to visit and/or take the Eucharist to those who are hospitalized, in nursing homes or confined to private homes. Full participation in both sessions will fulfill Archdiocesan requirements for mandating.

No walk-ins can be accepted. Please contact Andrea Ricard to Register for training at 847-255-7452.

LOCATION: St. John the Evangelist Parish, 502 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood, IL 60107

DATES: Saturdays - September 21 and September 28 from 8:30am - 2:30pm (Please bring your own brown bag lunch each day. Coffee and water provided.)

REGISTER: by September 12 - RSVP Andrea Ricard at 847-255-7452 x 170

**Registration and Attendance at both sessions is required**


Stewardship, Returning Our First Fruits . . . Protecting God’s Children

Adults who work with children while assisting St. Alphonsus Liguori School and Parish are required to

complete background checks and attend a VIRTUS Training Session (in English or Spanish).

Training sessions require an online registration. To check upcoming training locations and dates please

visit www.virtus.org.

Questions? Contact Site Administrators: Deana McKavanagh 847.255.7452

or Linda Bromer 847-255-5538

For information on what the Archdiocese does to protect children, heal victims and ensure all priests/church leaders are held

accountable, visit heal.archchicago.org

ST. ALPHONSUS TREASURE SHARING IDEAS:

Thank you for your regular ongoing giving. Your support makes a difference in the

life of our church! The good work done every day by the clergy, ministries, and organizations of St. Alphonsus parish only happens because of the regular and faithful generosity of you, our parishioners, through cash, check, and online giving. A “Qualified Charitable Distribution” from your IRA generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, while satisfying ALL or PART of your RMD. For more information, please contact Margaret Turansky of the Stewardship Council at 847-797-0877 and/or your tax advisor.

Stewardship Collection

Week Ending August 18, 2019

Sunday / Holy Day Collection: $10,448.00

Financial information is available at www.SaintAlphonsusPH.org. Thank you to all our parishioners for supporting our mission at

St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish!

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Ushers!

Ushers needed for Masses

Saturday 5:00pm or Sunday 8:30am

Training Provided! Contact Curt 847-392-2337


Parish Appreciation Weekend & Ministry Fair! September 7 & 8

after all Masses

The dedication of our volunteers and generous support of our parishioners keep our church thriving. We want to say THANK YOU

and share all the wonderful ministries and events taking place as part of our community life. Our Ministry Fair represents what we are doing,

and it is exciting!

We will be Providing a Light Dinner/Breakfast after all Masses!

Saturday and Sunday evening we will serve Hot Dogs with all the works and Vietnamese Egg Rolls. Sunday morning we will serve a

hot pancake breakfast.

Come celebrate who we are and what we do!

Check out the Ministry Booths, share conversation with other parishioners,

and enjoy delicious FREE food!


Parish and School Events . . . . .

♦ Upcoming Events ♦ Save these dates!

9/28 - Oktoberfest

9/29 - Tailgate Party

CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH FRIENDS!

The Daily Mass community invites all parishioners to celebrate birthdays the

first Tuesday of each month following 8:15 Mass in the narthex meeting rooms.

Celebrants (and friends) are invited for coffee & cake and a special blessing from

Fr. Joe. Even if it's not your birthday come and enjoy the coffee and conversation!

Birthday bashes will be held on September 3, October 1 & November 5.

See you there! Questions? Call Cal Blickle 847-392-7398

Kingdom Kids returns to share the Word September 8 & 22.

We encourage children to also attend the M&M Masses!

Kingdom Kids Leader NEEDED!

8:30am Mass for 1 - 2 Sundays per month. All materials and outline provided. Be a part of children’s faith foundation sharing the

Word of our Lord! Contact Debbie Stecker at [email protected]


www.americanheritagegirls.org

Attention Parents and Girls (ages 5-18): St. Alphonsus Liguori AHG Troop IL1317

Roman Catholic traditions, including devotion to our Blessed Mother

Informational Meeting for Parents and Girls:

Thursday September 5th 5:30-7:00 PM

Parish Center Meeting Rooms A,B,C

New and returning families are invited to join us to learn more about AHG, plans for the Program Year and how to register. Girls will join in fun activities while

parents meet.

AHG guides girls towards becoming women of integrity through exploring life skills, faith, service, and FUN in a Christ-centered and nurturing environment.

For more information please contact:

Mary Therese Maslanka, Troop Coordinator: [email protected] Margaret Dominski, Charter Representative: [email protected]

For She is the reflection of eternal light, the spotless mirror of the power of God, the image of His goodness.”

Wisdom 7:26

“Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us”


Is the Gospel of Mark only a “condensed” version of the life of Christ? What does it have to offer us that the Gospels of Mat-

thew, Luke, and John do not?

Dr. Tim Gray presents this powerful fourteen-part series to dis-cover the Gospel of Mark like never before. Immerse yourself in this action-packed Gospel that offers Saint Peter’s account

of Christ’s life and teachings.

The Gospel of Mark begins Tuesday, September 10 at 1:00 pm

Or Wednesday, September 11 at 7:00 pm

Fee for Supplies: $10 — Confidential scholarships available

For more information call 847-255-7452 or email: [email protected]

Join fellow parishioners to gain a better understanding of our Sunday Readings

MARK: FAITH NOT FEAR

Thinking About Becoming a Catholic?

The R.C.I.A. (The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process where those interested in learning about the Catholic faith come together on a weekly basis to learn about the scriptures and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, and at the same time, discover where God is present in their lives.

The process is designed for those adults who are:

Not baptized Baptized in another tradition Baptized Catholic, but with no further religious training

The process includes the celebration of sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil. (May include the sacrament of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation.) Regular scheduled sessions for R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation) will begin in September. It is important that you register for this class by calling Pam Platt.

If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, please call Pam Platt at 847-602-1630, or the rectory at 847-255-7452.


Domestic Violence Ministry of St. Alphonsus

Awareness + Education = Hope

Remember, you are not alone...

If you are a victim of Domestic Violence, or know someone who is, and need help, please contact:

WINGS 24 hour Hotline and Counseling Services

and Emergency Shelter at (847) 221-5680

National Domestic Violence Hotline 24 hour (800) 799-SAFE (7233)

National Sexual Assault Hotline

(800) 656-4673

National Dating Abuse Helpline (866) 331-9474

In an Emergency dial 911

Sign up to participate as Lectors, Gift Bearers, Greeters or Ushers

in our upcoming Family Masses September 14 at 5:00pm, October 27 at 11:00am & November 24 at 11:00am!

Contact Doreen Kelly at 847-255-7452 or [email protected]

Click on Register (lower right of page)

Enter Parish Access Code: (KJGJTH)

We warmly welcome you to St. Alphonsus

Liguori Parish!

Registering at St. Alphonsus Parish is important to all of us. We serve needs such as: Baptisms, Weddings, Funer-als, School or Religious Education Registrations, letters as affidavits for Baptismal and Confirmation sponsors

and more! In addition, we would to like to keep in touch with those who become hospitalized or homebound.

Registration forms are in the Narthex, Parish Office,

or online at www.SaintAlphonsusPH.org

Once registered, you will receive a Welcome Packet with information about our church and parish ministries. You

will also receive mailings throughout the year.

If you wish to receive e-mail communication about parish events, call the Parish Office at 847-255-7452.

Please contact the Parish Office if your mailing address, email or phone number has changed.

Young adults age 18+ should register on their own.


Dates to Remember:

August 25 Parent Meeting

September 8 TAG Meeting

September 28 First M&M Mass of the 2019-2020 School Year

Questions? Email Matthew: [email protected] or call parish office

TCIA Parents and Teens:

Join us to find out what we have planned for this year, and meet our new Youth Minister, Matt Benitez at our Parent Meeting

Sunday, August 25 at 6:00pm in Meeting Rooms B & C.

Lord, take me and mold me. Lead me away from darkness and into Your marvelous light.

Guide my steps each and every day And bless my life and my family.


Religious Education Registration

Religious Education

Tuition Fees $250 for one child

$350 for two children $450 for three or more children

Sacramental Fees $50 First Communion

$75 Confirmation

Information, Registration and Payments Visit www.SaintAlphonsusPH.org

Consider Volunteering!

Discounts given to students of Catechists, Aides and Hall Monitors.

For Questions or to Volunteer, Please Contact Anne Balzanto at [email protected]



Pfc. Myra Hall, USMC, granddaughter of Pat Hall IT3 James A. Holcombe, USN, son of Christopher & Cartina Holcombe Seth Rouse - USN, great grandson of Marion Mersch Pvt. Kenneth Ehrhardt, grandson of Martin and Mary Jean O’Leary Medic Specialist Charles Humes, grandchild of Theresa Mabus LCpl. USMC Kevin L. Kohout, grandson of Lucille Kohout Pfc Stephen Provost, grandson of Leo and Catherine Provost Maj. Jeremy Glenz, U.S. Army, nephew of Rich and Carmen Miceli Pfc. Ryan Korman, parishioner of Saint Alphonsus Srg. Tony Berkowitz, grandchild of Theresa Mabus Lt. Col Michael B. Sheridan and Maj. Chiara Sheridan, U.S. Army, nephew and wife of the family of Anita Thomas Maj. Christina M. Rudolph, U.S. Army Reserves, daughter of Julianne Henington Pfc Anthony Saladino, relative of the Biagini Family LCp1. Tim Haerr, USMC, great nephew of Joyce Patton Srg. William Bavetta, U.S. Army, nephew of Clemens and Debra Haskell Cpl. Michael Hernandez Vasquez, USMC son of Alberto and Miguela Vasquez LCpl. Tiehg O’Leary, USMC, son of Tom and Bernadette O’Leary Lt. Patrick Mitchell, USN, Son-in-law of Jean and Tom Spiegelhalter Petty Officer First Class, Matthew Lee, USN, Nephew of Patrick Lee 1st Lt. Matthew Rowe, USN, nephew of Teresa Hays

~ Those in the Military ~

We would like to keep Active Duty Soldiers who proudly serve our country in our prayers.

Add a Soldier / Update Rank / Remove from List

Contact Deana:

[email protected] 847-255-7452 x 131

~ Our Beloved Deceased ~

Scott Tangney (Son of Grace Tangney)

~ Those Requesting Prayers ~ Todd Bartelt Clayton Berrigan Marie Berrigan Stephen Bodnar Jim Boesen Lawrence Boesen Emily Bogacz Lola Bondzinski Bob Bors Constance Borrero Joseph Borrero Therese M. Brown Rosemary Brusseau Rosaria Campanile Beverly Carlson Antoinette Centanni Jesus Gil DeAlfaro Magdalena del Carmen Peter Cychulski Marie Deardorff Jim Dever Don Deuling Dawn Devaney Tony Dolce Tom Douglas Jennie Estaban Joan Fine Heather Fischer Veronica Foloky Tim Ford John Gibson Carol Glab Rita Graham Diane Grooznack Harriet Guban Dale Hay Rev. Robert Heinz John Hipelius Tom Huene, Jr. Dennis Huff Daniel C. Hund Jim Hurley Pam Jackstis Kaye Janezic Terry King Amy Kopp Jill Kusek Pat Laman Megan Lawler Patti Lawler

Joan Lee Valerie Lingen Franjo Madunic Bill Mahrenholz McKinley Majors Marie Maslanka Roger MacLennan Donald Matker Evelyn McKeown John McKevitt Craig Molick Cathy Moretti Dick Moretti Maeve Morgan Andrew Muller Gene Murden Rev. James Murphy John Naughton Susan Naughton Regina O’Keefe Dan Olivett Susan Ostrowski Patricia Parrini Jean Perkowitz Fred Perlini Marcella Peterson Robert Putman Georgine Reynolds RFK Mary Roseri Rosa Elia Chavez Saenz Julie Santoyo Laura Schuerman Maureen Skinner Mark Steiner Pat Sumner Donna Tadda Natalie Tadda Anita Thomas Justin Thompson Brian Thurman Robin Tomaszewski Judy Tramel Barry Trump Catherine Ward Doug Weber June Wolf Grace J. Youker

Please Pray For:


Beyond the Parish . . . Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends— Renew your sacrament by deepening your communication, strengthening your relationship and rekindling your romance! For events, reservations and additional information, please visit www.wwme-chicagoland.org

Pregnant? Need help?— Call Crisis Pregnancy at 1-800-NO-ABORT (1-800-662-2678) St. Mary's Services Offers free, confidential counseling to assist women with an unplanned pregnancy as well as postpartum depression, grief and loss over a miscarriage, stillbirth, post abortion, and/or adjustment to motherhood. Our baby closet is available for all receiving counseling. Call 847-870-8181 to make an appointment or to volunteer.

LOSS: Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide— Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide (LOSS) is a free, non-denominational program that supports individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one by suicide offered by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. LOSS offers a safe, non-judgmental environment where survivors of suicide can openly talk about feelings, and find resources for healing. For locations of support groups or access to individual supportive grief counseling, call the LOSS Program Office at 312-655-7283 or visit www.catholiccharities.net/loss

Support for Loss of a Loved One— Support and Counseling for anyone who has lost a loved one. Grief and Loss Services at Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care offers one-on-one counseling, support groups and education for anyone who has lost a loved one. For more information visit www.RainbowHospice.org or call 847-653-3141

Joyful Again! Retreats for Widowed Men & Women— For upcoming Retreats and Workshops in your area please visit www.joyfulagain.org or call 708-354-7211

NAMI Support Group at St. Emily Parish— Family members of individuals living with mental health conditions are invited to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Family Support Group the second Tuesday of each month 7:00-8:30pm 1400 E. Central Road in Mt. Prospect. Questions? Contact Mary Rose at 847-496-1415

Chicago Behavioral Hospital in Des Plaines, IL— If you or someone you know is in a crisis and needs help, we are available 24/7 at 844-756-8600. CBH provides a supportive, compassionate and innovative environment of patient centered care for adolescents, adults and seniors. (Free Assessments) ADD/ADHD, Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Grief & Loss, Suicidal Ideation, Anti-Social Disorder, Trauma, Self-Injury, Bi-Polar Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, School Refusal, Schizophrenia, Bullying, Teen Pregnancy.

St. Joseph the Worker Parish Picnic— Join us for our annual picnic Sunday, September 15 at 2:00pm! Enjoy Delicious Food, Live Entertainment, Raffles, Bingo and Fun Games for all ages! 181 W. Dundee Rd., Wheeling, IL60090

Monthly Support Group for Caregivers—

Presented by Catholic Charities Northwest Senior Services. The Family Caregiver Support Program recognizes that unpaid, family caregivers provide the majority of care giving in the United States. Caregivers help their spouses, parents, or other senior relatives with tasks such as: bathing, eating, dressing, personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning, transportation and financial management. This is a time to share with others who face the same challenges with care giving. Every third Wednesday of the month from 7:00pm—8:30pm Arlington Heights Senior Center 1801 West Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Questions? Call C.J. Stahl at 847-253-5500 x 379

Lunches by Catholic Charities-- Luncheons are served M-Fri for seniors 60 and older at Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central. Suggested donation of $4.00 on a reservation basis only. Call 847-797-5354 for more info & reservations.

Masses for the Sick with Cancer and Serious Illnesses— At the National Shrine of Saint Peregrine, a Mass for the Sick with blessing of individuals with the relic of Saint Peregrine is celebrated on the third Saturday of every month at 11:00am/ A Spanish-language healing Mass and blessing is held on the second Saturday of the month also at 11:00am. Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica is located in Chicago at 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., adjacent to I-290. There is ample secure parking at the rear of the Basilica for all St. Peregrine services. For more information, call 773-638-5800, ext. 19

Escorted Transportation Service Northwest— Looking to truly make a difference right in your neighborhood? We're always looking for new volunteer drivers. An ETS/NW volunteer picks the senior up at home, drives them to their appointment, waits with them, and then returns them home again, stopping at a nearby pharmacy if a prescription needs to be collected. This volunteer opportunity is completely flexible! For information call: 847-222-9227, or visit our website: www.etsnw.org. If you are a senior in need of transportation, call 847-222-9227

Considering a Vocation? For information on becoming a Priest, Deacon or Pastoral Studies, please visit www.vocations.archchicago.org

If you are a victim of domestic violence, or know someone who is, and need help, please contact one of these numbers: WINGS 24 hr. Hotline and Counseling Services and Emergency Shelter 847-221-5680 • National Domestic Violence Hotline 24 hr. 800-799-7233

• National Dating Abuse Helpline 866-331-9474 • In an Emergency dial 911


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