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St. Joseph Catholic Church—Libertyville, Illinoiswww.stjoseph-libertyville.org

November 1, 2020The Solemnity of All Saints

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Our Vision Through our Baptism

and Eucharist, we are called to love as

Christ loves and serve as Christ serves.

Our MissionIn Jesus Christ, we will grow

and flourish through• Engaging, welcoming and

building community• Lifelong faith formation

• Social justice and service to others in need

• Engaging and understand-ing the energy and interests

of our youth• Prayer and worship that deepens our spiritual life

• Accountability in using our resources wisely

so that we may live life abundantly!

Don AddaboJames AndersonDiego AnezJoan AngiuloFr. Ronald AnglimDon ArndtHaydee ArroyaveTadeush BantserAmelia BarbariseRomona BarthelFred BatistaGisela BaumgartnerJanice BeauregardEarl BechtoldChuck BensonDaniel BergmanJean Ann BeshelBarbara BeverEthel Bicknase-GetchellFlorence BiestekAnton Lewis BoeckholtJoann BoehmAnn BolanderGeralyn ButtsFrank CaleCol. Bartlett J. CarrollLeo CloseRita CorbinJerry DennehyConstance DigirolamoMichael DornikRobert DrachslinBernard DrewJames EignerMary C. EllicsonCarol FarrellGildo FatoRichard FlayterMary GaaRita Gagliano

These are the names of our beloved dead who, during the past year, have received their eternal rest as they await the coming of the Kingdom.

Janet GaiserWilfredo Gaitan, Sr.Kimberly GillespieSteven GissingEileen GraceGerald GrafMary GriffinWilliam HaradenLarry HarmonLinda HayMartin HeathermanHelen HeffernRuss HerzbergAnn HickeyTim HickeyHeidi HussliJulia JakubowErik JoekenDonald T. John, Sr.Frank KappleThomas KelliherJohn KokumCharles KometerEric KontosIna KoziolLinda KrubeckHenriette LeahyRuss LehockyDrew LembergerWilliam LiberatoriSam LibertiLorraine LindgrenRaymond LobusDoris LothspeichJames MahanJeannette MasekJanet MatthewsEd MattinglyAlicja MazurekAnn McCarthy

Judy McClellanJanet McGarryPauline McKeeCharlotte McLarnonJoAnn McLaughlinSally McLaughlinPatrick H. MilbourneDanette MolidorChristopher MoravectzEdward L. Morgan, Sr.Kathi MullenbergPeter NowsonRobert OakleyPatricia O’Brien-WendtKathleen Ponzo O’NeillJames A. PageVito PagoneArlene G. PalacRobert ParkinsonIvey PartainJeff PaulsonPatrick PottsBrian PurcellFrancis Xavier QuigleyTony RattinJoseph RawlingsEd RichertBetty RichertJean RickRose RobbinsJusto RodriguezRaymond RonquilloAnn RossStacey RyanMarcelina SanchezAlvera SbarbaroMary SchmittgensDennis John SheehanAnn Marie Shupe Douglas Slago

Dennis SmagaczDan SpannraftJoan SteinDonald SteinBernard StewartPatrick StewartCharlotte StreitDanielle SulkowskiGerry SullivanJoyce SwanEleanor SwobodaRonald SymusiakIrene TeixeiraTom ThillensGerald ThompsonJeffery TomaszekJanice TranberryDiane UlrichMirta UrizarriLeonida VantaLaurie Von HoltenTimothy VromanRobert WaddickMary WagenerElmer WaldschmidtMarshal WallaceRobert WallbergGlynn WardBob WarnockWilliam WeilandPatricia Ann WendtMargaret WenzingerStephen WheelerMike WhiteGeraldine WilliamsWilliam WolfeStephen L. WuClifford J. YoungRobert J. ZengelerCatherine Zwaska

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Open Wide Our Hearts—End RacismThe powerful teaching of the Church on racism is clear: racism and every form of discrimination based on sex, race, color, social conditions, language, or religion must be curbed and eradicated as incompatible with God’s de-sign. We are called to work to protect the dignity of all members of one human family by confronting racism in all its forms and by welcoming and celebrating the diver-sity of the many faces of the children of God in our com-munities. Building unity in diversity is an essential part of our mission of discipleship. “Open Wide Our Hearts” and the accompanying Study Guide are for everyone. Praying through, reflecting upon, and acting upon the message of the Pastoral Letter is hard work, but it is work from which all will benefit. Each of us should adopt the words of Pope Francis as our own: let no one “think this invitation is not meant for him or her.” We are encouraged to go through a genuine conversion of

heart and to actively participate in reforming those institu-tions and structures that still perpetuate racial inequality and harm our sisters and brothers. What Is Racism? In the month of November, we continue on our journey with page 4 and 5 of the Study Guide, which corresponds with pages 1-5 of the Pastoral Letter. “What is Racism?” In this section, the bishops define racism and give examples of its manifestation in attitudes, convictions, and actions. They distinguish individual racism from institutional racism and discuss why racism contradicts Christ’s plan for humanity. This first week of November, consider reading the 2-page background articles provided by the United States Confer-ence of Catholic Bishops, “What is systemic Racism”, “Rac-ism and Economic Equality” and “Racism and Voting” to provide more context for reflection. Links are below.

See, Judge, Act We see through our Catholic lens, to understand the danger of racism with study and discussion with our families, our friends, and within our small groups. We seek to embrace the diversity of God’s creation. We judge by reflecting on scripture and praying for clarity of mind, compassion, and love as we delve into the consequences of racism. We look to be disciples of Christ and love our neighbor. We act by inviting the Holy Spirit into our hearts, guiding us as we seek to do justice in this world in varied and unique ways to end racism.

Anyone experiencing difficulty retrieving the above Study Guide, background articles or any online material is encour-aged to contact the parish office for assistance. St. Joseph Catholic Church Website link to Open Wide Our Heartswww.stjoseph-libertyville.org/open-wide-our-heartsExercises For Novemberhttps://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/scripture-reflection-unity.pdfWhat is systemic racism?https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/racism-and-systemic-racism.pdfRacism and Economic Equalityhttps://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/racism-and-economic-inequality.pdfRacism and Votinghttps://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/racism-and-voting.pdf

Prayer for NovemberEver-present God, you called us to be in relationship with one another and promised to dwell wherever two or three are gathered. In our community, we are many different people; we come from many different places, have many different cultures. Open our hearts that we may be bold in finding the riches of inclusion and the treasures of diversity among us. We pray in faith. - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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2020ElectionNovena

Bearing in mind our nation’s challenges and the need for wise, moral, civic leadership, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is offering an Election Novena to help Catholics form their consciences as they prepare for the upcoming election. For nine consecutive days—Monday, October 26 through Tuesday, November 3—participants are praying one OurFather,HailMary,andGloryBe for the day’s intention. A closing prayer for elected leaders will be offered on Day 10, Wednesday, November 4.

RemainingDailyIntentionsDaySeven:Sunday,November1May there be a transformation of politics to focus on the dignity of the human person and the common good.

DayEight:Monday,November2May we keep in mind the gift of religious freedom and our duty to defend and exercise it as faithful citizens.

DayNine:Tuesday,November3Today, as we approach the polls, may we understand and embrace the principles of our Faith that should guide our political engagement.

Closing:Wednesday,November4May the leaders elected this week be guided by the Holy Spirit as they fulfill their positions. Source: www.usccb.org/2020-election-novena

Come, follow me…and heal our worldas of October 19, 2020

The Annual Catholic Appeal theme, “Come, Follow Me…and heal our world,” calls us to share in Jesus’ mission to bring healing and transformation to our fragile and wounded

world. By supporting the Appeal, you join hands with other Catholics in the Archdiocese and reach out with healing to parishes and Catholic schools in need, religious education programs, ministry formation and initiatives to address violence and to foster justice, peace, and respect for life. Our helping hands through the Appeal also reach out on a global scale to support Catholic Relief Services. Each pledge makes a difference! Thank you for your prayerful con-sideration and generous response. The Annual Catholic Appeal is an invitation for every Catholic family to respond with a generous heart. 90 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to the critical work of the schools, parishes, agencies and ministries of the Arch-diocese of Chicago. Remember that when our parish exceeds its goal, any additional funds received above the goal amount are returned for use in our parish to support our wonderful ministries. To learn more and to donate, visit www.annualcatholicappeal.com.

Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response!PARISH GOAL: $164,879AMOUNT PLEDGED: $252,088AMOUNT PAID: $243,608REMAINING AMOUNT: $ 8,480YTD REBATE: $ 78,729

An Act ofSpiritual Communion

My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot receive You sacramentally, come spiritually into my heart. I embrace You and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.

The basic elements of an Act of Spiritual Communion are an Act of Faith,an Act of Love, a desire to receive Christ, and an invitation

to Him to come into your heart.

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Oct. 31-Nov. 1 Sunday Masses in Church–5:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m., 10:45 and 5:00 p.m. Sunday–

Each Mass is open to 182 pre-registered people. https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/reopeningweekend_2020

Drive-in 7:15 Mass & 10:45 Family Masshttps://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/driveinmass_2021

No one may attend the above Masses without registration. Registration will open each Wednesday for the following

Sunday Masses. This week, online registration for Oct. 31-Nov. 1 Masses opens on Wednesday, October 28 at 9:00 a.m. and the

deadline is Saturday at 4:00 p.m. Register at links above.If you are unable to register online, you may phone 847-362-2073

from Wednesday, October 28 to Friday, October 30from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone registration is closed Saturday.

6:30 & 8:30 a.m. Daily Mass in Church No one may attend the daily 6:30 or 8:30 Mass without registra-tion. Each Wednesday, registration opens for the following week’s daily Masses and continues Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You may register for more than one daily Mass at a time. 6:30 Mass: https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/630weekday_20208:30 Mass: https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/weekday_2020If you are unable to register online, you may phone 847-362-2073 only on Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Only the Maple Avenue doors will be open for daily Mass.

Funeral MassesPlease go to https://stjoseph-libertyville.org/funeral to see a listing of scheduled Funeral Masses. You must register to attend. If you are unable to register online, you may phone 847-362-2073 Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Private Prayer HoursThe church is open for private prayer from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Monday to Friday.

Eucharistic AdorationEucharistic Adoration is livestreamed on Thursday afternoons at 3:00 p.m., hosted by the Vocations Ministry. Join in at: www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live.

Livestreaming Continues www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live• Sunday Mass at 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday• Daily Mass Monday-Saturday at 8:30 a.m.• Eucharistic Adoration on Thursdays at 3:00 p.m.

Worship AidsIf you have registered to attend Mass, please download/print a PDF of the worship aid at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live and take it with you after Mass. For livestreamed liturgies, follow along in the online worship aid or print yourself a copy.

Registration for Drive-In Masses and In-Church Masses

Options to GiveAre you wondering how you can support St. Joseph Catholic Church during this time of uncertainty? We need

your help, now more than ever, as the coronavirus is impacting our collections. Here are three easy ways for you to give and continue to support St. Joseph Catholic Church: Text To Give Text To Give can be done right from your phone. Simply Text “Joseph” to 73256 and enter your week-ly or monthly gift amount; or give a little extra this time.Give Online You can give online through our website. Visit www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/give.Mail or Drop Off Mail or drop off your donation in the mail slot at the parish office: 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048.Thank you! This is a challenging time for all of us and we thank you for your continued support!“I GAVE TODAY” #StJoesGiving Encourage others to give and share on your social media accounts that you supported St. Joseph Catholic Church with a simple “I GAVE TODAY” post using the hashtag #StJoesGiving. Stay Healthy And Pray!

Logistics Volunteers NeededGreeters are needed to help with reopening efforts. If you are over the age of 18 and with no underlying health condi-tions, please submit your availability. Persons older than 65 are welcome as long as you are aware of the risks involved. Visit: https://www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/churchreopening. You will be contacted with information on the required training.

The Parish Offices Are ClosedWe are following recommendations from the Archdiocese in determining a reopening date for our parish offices. Please contact staff or clergy through email. A list of email address-es can be found at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/staff.

5 BEHAVIORS TO KEEP US SAFE

As a member of our community, I will ...

1. Wear a mask

2. Keep my distance

3. Wash and sanitize my hands

4. Stay home if I am sick

5. Get tested if I exhibit symptoms

… because protecting others in our community is my responsibility, too.

5 BEHAVIORS TO KEEP US SAFE

As a member of our community, I will ...

1. Wear a mask

2. Keep my distance

3. Wash and sanitize my hands

4. Stay home if I am sick

5. Get tested if I exhibit symptoms

… because protecting others in our community is my responsibility, too.

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Jesus Christ is at the heart of every family. Make room for him in your lives in a deeper way by joining in the Sunday celebration. God bless you!

Protocols for the two Drive-in Masses in the Hurlburt Court Parking Lot• Drive-in Mass participants must register the one vehicle, not the persons.• Parking will be every other spot to accommodate 6-foot social distancing.• Traffic control will direct you to appropriate space. First come, first served.• All must remain in their cars.• Donations can be placed in a large receptacle clearly marked in the lot.• There will be a radio transmitter which you can tune into at 87.9 FM.• The communion host will be passed through your car window.• There will be no music. • Mass length is approximately 30 minutes.

Protocols for In-Church Masses• Parking is available in front of the church and on Broadway Street. Parking for 10:45 In-church Mass: arrive 10-15 minutes prior to Mass to allow time to park. Park on the north side of the church (Maple Avenue) or in the 200 N. Milwaukee Avenue lot or on Broadway Street. There is a Drive-In Mass at 10:45 a.m., so please do not use the back parking lot on Hurlburt Court and Park Place.• Each individual must be registered separately. For example, if two spouses and two children want to attend Mass, they must register each person.• Arrive 5 minutes early for check-in. • All four entrances will be open on weekends. • The pews will be marked for spacing and seating. • Certified, trained greeters will verify that you are registered and wearing a mask. • Only Music Ministers may sing.

If you have registered and find you are unable to attend, we ask that you update your registration to allow your fellow parishioners the opportunity to worship in person, as we are nearing our capacity threshold.

The Pope’s Tweet of the WeekKindness frees us from the cruelty that at times infects human relationships, from the anxiety that prevents us from thinking of others, from the frantic flurry of activity that forgets that others also have a right to be happy. #FratelliTutti

Priests’ Health and Retirement Collection Next WeekPriests have dedicated their lives to ministry, serving our needs as Catholics from the moment we are baptized un-til we receive last rites before entering eternal life. Priests’ Health and Retire-ment/PRMAA provides for the health and well-being of 479 active and 250 re-tired archdiocesan priests. Today, with healthcare and retirement costs rising, there is an urgent need for your support. Your generosity to the Priests’ Health and Retirement/PRMAA ensures our priests can continue their meaningful work in our parishes by providing funds for health insurance, medication, well-ness costs, nursing care, independent retirement living residences and priests’ retirement funds. The archdiocese is committed to caring for our priests, but we need your assistance. Your generos-ity will not only ensure the health and well-being of our priests, but also sup-port their ability to continue meaning-ful work in our parishes and communi-ties. You can make a gift online (www.archchicago.org/offices-and-ministries/priest-health-and-retirement) or you may send your contribution to: Priests’ Health and Retirement/PRMAA, 1400 South Wolf Road, Building 3, Floor 2, Hillside, IL 60162.

–—––––——————––——––Faith FormationParish Welcomed RCIA Candidates Last SundayTwo women celebrated the Rite of Welcoming on October 25 during the 9:00 a.m. Mass. The rite, which is part of the process of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and Children, is celebrated for those who are baptized in either the Catholic faith or another Christian denomination and to learn more about the teachings of Catholicism and prepare to receive the sacra-ments of Confirmation and Eucharist. During the rite, Cayci Packer and Hillary Gallagher received the Signs of the Cross on their bodies to be open to becoming disciples of Christ and received blessed Bibles to read and learn God’s Word.

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Religious Vocations Are Only for Men Who Want to Be Priests—Fiction! Both men and women can be called to enter the religious life in its various forms. For men, religious voca-tions can include becoming a priest, brother, friar, monk and deacon. Women can be called to be sisters and nuns. Both men and women can take vows to enter the consecrated single life and find time to serve God and his Church and form new friendships in the process! Today marks the start of National Vocations Awareness Week. Please pray that God will call the young men and women of our parish to join religious orders, the consecrated life or in holy marriage so that they

may live the lives that God has planned for them and calls us all to.Almighty God and Father, we beg you for an increase in religious vocations and holy marriages in our parish. Help us to be gener-ous in our response to your call. Choose from our homes those who are needed for your work and strengthen us with the courage to say “yes” and to follow you. Help us as a parish and as families to recognize and foster vocations to the priesthood, religious life, lay ministry and marriage or whatever path to holiness you are calling us to follow. We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Brothers and Sisters in Christ, One of the most interesting things to ask a married couple, priest, or religious is “How did you know?” The question is interesting because it involves hearing a call that is never made physically. Within each vocation, there is a particular story, a unique invitation from God. Such a vocation only comes to fruition when we recognize and respond to the Lord’s invitation. For myself, the Lord led me closer to him-self through a call to the priesthood. Looking back today, I can see how God has worked in my life. However, when I began my discernment, I only recognized how my plan was going to shape my life. You see, a vocation to the priesthood was not part of my dreams growing up. It wasn’t until high school that I began to take my relationship with God seriously. It was then that I first recognized the beauty of our faith. I also began to internalize what my faithful Catholic fam-ily taught me for years. Over time, my trust in God grew, and my understanding of authentic discipleship changed. Much of this came about after I got involved in the parish youth group and made several new friends. They were good influences and are people who I am still in close with today. We went to youth conferences together and had some very intimate conversations about the faith. During this period, I first recognized the invitation to the priesthood God placed on my heart for quite some time. Yet, I wasn’t ready to place my full trust in Him. Senior year came around, and I had my plans for the future. I was going to go to college, study engineering, and provide for my future family. The idea of giving up marriage and money didn’t exactly appeal to teenage me either. But on top of it all, I was terrified of what people would say if I took the chance, went to a seminary, and then decided to leave. So I decided to let God call someone else to the priesthood. It was after that decision to ignore seminary that God led me down an incredibly providential path. In pursuing my own

Nick Zummo’s Vocation StoryEditor’s Note: Seminarian Nick Zummo is in his second year at Mundelein Seminary on his path toward the priesthood. In honor of National Vocations Awareness Week, November 1-7, Nick, who also is serving at St. Joseph as a catechist in Children’s Faith Formation, offered to share his story.

plan, I was unexpectedly preparing for the priesthood. This irony came about because of the fantastic New-man Center that exists at my alma mater in Rolla, Mis-souri. It was there that I learned to grow in holiness. Not of my own accord, but from the example of the priests and students I met there. Their friendship and encouragement lead me to frequent confession, daily Mass, and to participate in a scripture study. These steps led me to an authentic discernment of my

vocation—not just following my plan. Eventually, despite my in-terest in my major, I realized that it wasn’t fulfilling me. What happened next, I could only attribute to God’s providence. A close friend from youth group, who had been in the seminary for a few years, invited me to a discernment event out of the blue. Because of the spiritual growth I had experienced, I was finally open to the invitation. My experience there was very positive and prompted me to continue discerning the priesthood. Eventually, I finished undergrad and went to the seminary. As you might expect, the story doesn’t end when a man enters the seminary. When I arrived, I didn’t know if I would get ordained or even how long I would stay. But I knew without a doubt that I would either leave a priest or depart knowing it wasn’t my vocation. Three years have passed since then, and they have been blessed years. I’ve grown in my relationship with God, made wonderful friends, and had many memorable experiences I never anticipated. I can’t help but acknowledge the way God has quietly worked throughout my life. Never forcing my hand, but always placing the right people in my life for guidance. As I begin this year of Second Theology, it means that I am two years away from diaconate ordination. With each passing semester, my excitement grows. I can’t help but reflect on the type of priest I want to be. Ultimately, I want to be a priest whose heart is like that of Christ. A heart filled with fatherly love and self-sacrifice for the flock one day entrusted to me.

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Contest Guidelines: Entries must be 100 to 250 words,

written by the child. Parents, however, can assist.

Entry deadline: Wednesday, November 4. Winners will be announced Monday, November 9.

Prizes will be awarded for each grade level and the grade with highest number of entries.

Winning entries will be published in the bulletin and/or on the parish website.

Email entries to: dretseck@stjoseph-libertyville.org

Hosted by St. Joseph’s Vocations Ministry

Calling all kids and teens!

What’s Going On? God’s call to follow him in life is universal, and it’s our work— our vocation. To celebrate National Vo-cations Awareness Week, (November 1-7, 2020), we’re inviting all students to share with us who in-spires you to follow Jesus through their vocation.

Tell us what they do for work? What impact have they made in your life? How do they

make a difference in our world? Give examples of their faith and values.

How do they inspire you in your future vocation?

Need help getting started?

Check out this video: Vocations 101:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihnzFH2L818

Contest Guidelines: Entries must be 100 to 250 words,

written by the child. Parents, however, can assist.

Entry deadline: Wednesday, November 4. Winners will be announced Monday, November 9.

Prizes will be awarded for each grade level and the grade with highest number of entries.

Winning entries will be published in the bulletin and/or on the parish website.

Email entries to: dretseck@stjoseph-libertyville.org

Hosted by St. Joseph’s Vocations Ministry

Calling all kids and teens!

What’s Going On? God’s call to follow him in life is universal, and it’s our work— our vocation. To celebrate National Vo-cations Awareness Week, (November 1-7, 2020), we’re inviting all students to share with us who in-spires you to follow Jesus through their vocation.

Tell us what they do for work? What impact have they made in your life? How do they

make a difference in our world? Give examples of their faith and values.

How do they inspire you in your future vocation?

Need help getting started?

Check out this video: Vocations 101:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihnzFH2L818

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PleaseJoinUs!TheSt.JosephMen’sMinistryandWomen’sCouncilinviteallmenandwomenfromSt.JosephandSt.MaryofVernon

ParishestojoinusonSaturday,November21fora

Morning of Thanksgiving.Wewillcelebratetogetheratthe8:30a.m.Mass

atSt.JosephCatholicChurch,121E.MapleAvenueinLibertyville.

Afterwardwillwestayinthechurchtoheartwoshortreflections onThanksgiving.AllyouneedtodoisregistertoattendMass.

WeanticipatethatthesessionafterMasswilllastabout20-25minutes.YoumayregisterfortheNovember21MassbeginningonWednesday,November11bygoingtohttps://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/weekday_2020

William Pratt recently received his First Holy Communion with Fr. Trout and Fr. Robinson. The young man was treated to a hearty round of applause at the end of the Mass with all his family in atten-dance. The Eucharist is at the heart of Christian initiation, together with Bap-tism and Confirmation, and it consti-tutes the source of the Church’s life itself. St. Joseph Catholic Church is thankful to be a part of this monumental rite of passage and honored to be involved in this celebra-tion. Congratulations, William! We wish you a life full of faith and true happiness!

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St. Joseph the Patriarch (Patriarca San José), San Miguel

Fr. Jorge Bergolio, SJ

Questions? Call the Adult Faith Formation Office: 847-990-1266

When: Thursday, November 19, 2020, 7 to 9 p.m. Where: Online Pope Francis shares in his recent encyclical that there are no “others,” no “them,” there is only “us.” Join us to open up the Holy Father’s letter on the move toward global fraternity and friendship and what local parish communities can learn from the experience.

Participate by using the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85825712668?

pwd=RXFxSFBNRDRadnF6dlJyaG5XRjI0Q

Our presenters:

Fr. John Trout Pastor at St. Joseph

Catholic Church

Robert O’Gorman,

Ph.D. Professor Emeritus of Pastoral Studies, Loyola University

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Paul Dokecki Ph.D.

Professor Emeritus of Department of Human

and Organizational Development,

Vanderbilt Peabody College

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Confirmation Candidates ‘Retreat’ to Zoom for Prayer & CommunityChildren’s Faith Formation students logged onto Zoom to join presenter Terry Nelson-Johnson for their Confirmation retreat on October 24, part of their requirements as they continue to prepare to receive the sacrament in 2021. This is one of two retreats students have the opportunity to attend virtually during the pandemic.

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AMT2021!

All high school teens, current 8th graders, and their parents areencouraged to come to this informational Zoom meeting to learn

more about St. Joe's annual teen service trip to Harlan, KY. Those whohave gone on AMT in the past are also encouraged to join us to find

out about some changes to next summer's trip.The 2021 trip is July 24-31.

Appalachian Mission Trip 2021 Information Meeting

Click here to register and receive the Zoom link.

Sunday, November 15 @ 7 PM

Families Connect to Make Christ’s ‘Mission: Possible’Continuing the online monthly Mis-sion: Possible parent formation series, the Children’s Faith Formation team welcomed Fr. John Kartje onto Zoom on October 25 to share on the topic, “Hope for a Damaged World: Charity and Justice.” Fr. Kartje led off the gath-ering with one of his favorite verses in scripture for the opening prayer.

AMT2021!

All high school teens, current 8th graders, and their parents areencouraged to come to this informational Zoom meeting to learn

more about St. Joe's annual teen service trip to Harlan, KY. Those whohave gone on AMT in the past are also encouraged to join us to find

out about some changes to next summer's trip.The 2021 trip is July 24-31.

Appalachian Mission Trip 2021 Information Meeting

Click here to register and receive the Zoom link.

Sunday, November 15 @ 7 PM

https://forms.gle/wAQqP5qSgWXFnx8SA

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Retirees & WannabesVIRUAL TRIVIA – November 18, 5:00 p.m. Save the date and join us from home for a fun evening of Virtual Trivia. A fun way to get together during this time.LIBERTYVILLE SENIOR COUNCIL & SENIOR CENTER (Senior Center is limited to a 50-person or 50% occupancy. Masks are required.)• November 2, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Movie Matinee at 1:00 p.m.• November 3, Election Day• November 6, Libertyville Historic Milwaukee Avenue Walk, 10:30 a.m. from Senior Center. Learn about key historic buildings downtown.• Tuesdays: Tech Help from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Help with phone, computer etc. Call 847-247-7659 for appointment.• Thursdays, Art in Around learn-to-draw class, 10:00 a.m.Lending Closet at Senior Center of used medical equipment. RTA Reduced Fare Passes at Libertyville Township. Dial-A-Ride, 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., call 800-201-6446.

Virtual

The Retirees and Wannabees Committee invites you to join us for our second Virtual Trivia Night on November 18 from 5:00 to 6:45 p.m. It’s just like an in-person Trivia Night, but we play over Zoom (a video conference system). After you register, we’ll send you instructions for participating. This is a great way to meet new friends virtually and have a little fun too! Ques-tions, phone Diane Dreis at 224-360-7074.Register Here:https://stjoseph-libertyville.org/retirees-and-wannabees

TeenVolunteersNeeded at

Food Pantry!S U N D A Y M O R N I N G S 9 : 3 0 - 1 2 : 1 5

St. Joe's Food Pantry is extending their hours toserve more people, and teens are needed to serve onSunday mornings! This volunteer opportunity is for

any 7th-12th grade teens.

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Please Pray for the SickSteve Delia

Joseph NemeRoland CatherallAnn Thellefson

Curt KrabbenhoftMargaret Krabbenhoft

Brielle PickfordFlo HarrisJulie Love

Ron HerbesDonna HerzbergYuris Gutierrez

George Schnarre Janice Kleinschmidt

Gail DissIryna Shablouskaya

Erik FossumWilliam DohmTillie Scanlan

Jennifer PhilbrickMargaret BregenzerDonna Wantrobski

Marion O’NeillMaria Coton

Michelle Lucas Freer

Mary PikulaDolores Schultz

Fr. John HennesseyAlejandro BenavidesFernando Benavides

Peter KrolStan Szot

Carol MichalskiTerry Venchus

Joseph LocascioSean Kolber

Micah Peckels Quirkand all those affected by COVID-19

Mass Intentions You may attend the daily 6:30 or 8:30 a.m. Mass if you are registered in advance. See page 4. It will also be livestreamed Monday through Saturday at 8:30 a.m. available to view at: www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live. For the time being,

we will continue to read the names of intentions for the 6:30 and the 8:30 Masses at both Masses.

Monday, November 2Steve DeliaMarijo KompJoseph TielkeMichael VantoTuesday, November 3Roxane ObenaufRobbie J. SewallKevin Scanlan

Wednesday, November 4Daniela Gomez, Birthday well-beingEllen MajewskiBolek ZientarskiBlaine WilsonThursday, November 5Patsy PanicoMary TylerMary LarkerMargaret Hamnett

Friday, November 6Kay TschanzRoxane ObenuafMary R. LockowitzJoe MahonSaturday, November 7Loretta CybakJohn & Sally McLaughlin2:30 p.m. Julie Leider & Brian Craig

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Mothers with Young ChildrenBi-Monthly Meeting: The Virgin Mary on Thursday, November 5, from 7:30 p.m., Location TBDFather Trout will lead a presentation about the Blessed Virgin Mary and what we can learn from her. Please RSVP and find Zoom details on Meetup!Bi-Monthly Meeting: How to Enjoy a Healthier and More Sustainable Life on Thursday, November 19, from 7:30 p.m., Location TBD

Merleanne Rampale will share information about local, environmental, and sustainability resources and programs avail-able to us. She will also share ideas and tips for living a more sustainable life. RSVP and find Zoom details on Meetup! Please make sure you are part of our Meetup group, https://www.meetup.com/St-Joes-MYC, as well as our private Facebook page. Search “St. Joe’s MYC” and request to join. We use both sites to communicate bi-weekly meetings, Mom’s Nights Out, playdates, and other activities that we host.

Do You Have an iPad You No Longer Use?The Euchre Ministry is going to relaunch Euchre Night in a virtual format for the 2020–2021 season. We have some senior players who would like to participate but do not have devices that support the app we’ll be using. If you have a working, older iPad that you are no longer using and would like to donate it so we can distribute devices to enable our seniors to participate, please send an email to fskinner@aumpartnersllc.com. Thank you!

Please join us in welcoming the following new parish members: Ryan and Cheryl Hanson. Welcome to our community of faith!

Community Building——––––—–—–———–

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Baptisms

All Souls’ Day Mass

The St. Joseph Bereavement Ministry invites you to join us as we celebrate All Souls’ on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m. to remember all those who have gone before us and are now enjoying eternal life in the kingdom of God. The Mass will include the reading of the names of those who have died in the past year, as well as a special blessing of the candles that will be presented to their families. If you are unable to at-tend, livestreaming is available through the St. Joseph’s website. To attend in- person, please register at:https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/allsouls-daymass

Kyle Clayton Bolke, child of Hillary (Dover) and Kyle BolkeHenry Matthew Clark, child of Kelsey (Engle) and Matthew ClarkHenry James Hughes, child of Sheila (Madden) and Jeffrey Hughes

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Presiders/Deacons

Saturday, October 315:00 p.m. Church Fr. Ortiz Deacon MuddSunday, November 17:15 a.m. Drive-in Fr. Luboyera9:00 a.m. Fr. TroutHomilist: Deacon Hooper

Only parishioners with confirmed online reservations may come to these Masses in Church or the parking lot. The 5:00 Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday Masses are livestreamed and available to view at: www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live.

10:45 a.m. Church Fr. TroutHomilist: Deacon Hooper10:45 a.m. Drive-in Fr. Luboyera5:00 p.m. Fr. Ortiz Deacon Coughlin

In MemoryPlease pray for the souls of:

James M. CurleyRebecca JeffordsDanette MolidorSusan Zimmer

Banns of Marriage

Julie Leider & Brian Craig

—————————Social Justice & ServiceCandy CollectionThe Franciscan House of Mary and Joseph is an overnight shelter in Chicago with 246 beds that offers a shower, supper, a bed for the night, and breakfast. The guests truly enjoy a piece of candy after their meal. Do you have any extra Halloween candy to share? What a great way to share your ex-tras! Please drop in the back of the church on November 7 and 8. Any questions, please phone Laura Zacks at 847-987-8575.

Toiletries NeededThe Franciscan House of Mary and Joseph is an overnight shelter in Chicago with 246 beds that offers a shower, supper, a bed for the night, and breakfast. The following items are needed. Please no jumbo or gallon sizes.• Body wash• Men’s and women’s deodorant• Bar soap• Shampoo• Toothpaste• Toothbrushes Bring donations to the back of the church November 7 and 8. Any questions, please phone Laura Zacks at 847-987-8575.

New Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EOM’s) Practicum Training Are you called to minister Holy Communion to your brothers and sisters in Christ? There are two requirements for everyone who is an EOM in the Archdio-cese of Chicago: 1) Theology of Ministry and of the Mass training sponsored by the Archdiocese and 2) practical training for the norms at your specific parish. We will be offering a practicum training for all interested in becoming Ex-traordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM’s) on Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the church. This training will fulfill the second half of the re-quirement established by the Archdiocese. At this time, the Archdiocese has sus-pended the theological training sessions due to COVID-19. Anyone who successfully completes the training on November 18 may begin serving in ministry at St Joseph Catholic Church with the understanding that the theological training must be completed once it is offered again by the Archdiocese in Vicariate I. Due to safety regulations, we will not be able to accept walk-ins. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Kolber at limmycat1@gmail.com. Registra-tion is required to attend this practicum training To register, please use this link https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/eom2020

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Knights of Columbus Mass for Deceased KnightsOn October 20 at 7:00 p.m., the parish Knights of Columbus held a Mass for deceased Knights of Columbus, a 67-year tradition at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Beatification ofFounder of Knights of ColumbusYour Cardinal Stritch Council of the Knights of Columbus invites you to join them to celebrate the Beatification on October 31 of Fr. Michael J. McGivney. In 1882, Father Mc-Givney decided to organize a group of Catholic men to raise money in order to keep families together if the father passed away. In those days, if the father passed away, the mother would be required to go to court and pay a bond of ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 per child in order to keep them. If she did not have the money, the State would take the children from their mother. Fr. McGivney understood the importance of family, so he started the Knights of Columbus whose mission was to raise funds to help those in need.

Since 1953, your Cardinal Stritch Council has supported St. Joseph Parish, and today we have over 160 members. Here is link to watch a brief history of Fr. McGivney. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRbjAWHvyy8Also, we invite you to watch the Beatification on EWTN at 9:00 a.m. or afterward on the Knights of Columbus You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KnightsofColumbusSupremeCouncil

Social Justice & Service—————————

Negotiate Your Best Job Offer—You’ve done all the hard work of networking and interviewing, and now you have a job offer! The last step in finalizing your new position is to negotiate the offer, and you need to know what aspects of your agreement can be ne-gotiated (Salary? Benefits? Vacation? Sign-on Bonus? etc.), because this is the point in the process when you have the most leverage. Be sure to join us for the next meeting of the Employment Ministry, when Dan Barber, highly experienced career transition professional, will share his insights on how to make your negotiation successful. Then, in the second part of this special session, Maureen Mueller, of Lake Country Work-force Development, will join Dan for an open-ended “Ask the Coaches” session, to provide answers to YOUR specific job search questions. Ask anything—all job search process ques-tions, issues and concerns are fair game. Bring your most press-ing questions and challenges (e.g. How to explain why I left my last position?, What’s a handbill used for? etc.) for insight,

St. Joseph Employment Ministry: Zoom Meeting on November 5advice and guidance from the pros. Our sessions are free, and all are welcome—please preregister at the Zoom link below: Zoom meeting: Negotiating Your Best Job Offer & Ask the CoachThursday, November 5, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Central TimeRegister in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodeCpqzopGt-F4khXRxaQKBHe2aarPA_iQAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email contain-ing information about joining the meeting. The St. Joseph Employment Ministry assists the unem-ployed and under-employed in the pursuit of fulfilling em-ployment opportunities. Anyone with an interest in assist-ing job-seekers is also invited to attend. Zoom meetings are usually held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month and feature topical presentations. If you have questions, contact John Jennings at jfjennings@comcast.net. Employers are invited to post open positions by sending an email to John.

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Aid for Women of Northern Lake CountyServing Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin since 1983 without Government Funding

4606 Old Grand Avenue, Unit 4, Gurnee, Illinois 60031October 25, 2020

Dear Father Trout and all the parishioners who donated items to the “2020 Drive-Up Baby Shower” for Aid for Women of Northern Lake County: Thank you for your most generous donations of diapers, wipes, training pants and baby formula to Aid for Women of Northern Lake County as well as other essentials such as outfits, sleepers, baby food, lotions and diaper ointments. For over 37 years we have been helping moms, dads and their infants with supplies, including all of the above items. We ap-preciate your donations to help our clients and you can be sure they appreciate your help as well. The Corona Virus did not deter our efforts to celebrate Life during this month of October. Your checks, cash and gift cards will be used to offset items as needed at our resource center. For Life,

Carol Walsh and the St. Joseph Respect Life Team Members

CASA Needs Volunteers to Help More Than 100 Children in Child Protective Services Last weekend, Fr. Trout brought attention to the courageous and honor-able work of St. Joseph Catholic Church parishioners working as Court Ap-pointed Special Advocates (CASA). These advocates help children navigate the child protective care system in Lake County and nationwide. As children return to school, this represents the first opportunity for teachers to notice signs of abuse and neglect with their students. As the pandemic forces many families to be isolated at home for months, the expectations at CASA are dif-ferent this year. “I spoke with a parishioner recently, and they mentioned that in Lake County alone, over 100 kids in the foster care system are looking for advocates and nobody seems to know it,” Fr. Trout said in his weekend homily. “To be honest with you, we have the capability at St. Joseph Catholic Church to end this now,” he added. Michael Knight, a dedicated CASA member and parishioner at St. Joseph Catholic Church says, “The juvenile courts in Lake County have seen more new cases and more new children entering protective care than ever before.” Since July, 93 children have been referred to our program. Our CASA group isn’t alone; every agency in Lake County is experiencing an overwhelming volume of applicants that need to be served. As of right now, a child entering the child protective care system is ex-pected to wait up to eight months before they have the opportunity to meet a therapist. Fr. Trout pointed out that we should all be called to acknowledge the struggles members of our community go through and to combat these struggles with love, understanding and forgiveness. “Love is important, love is everything. That is our purpose in life. When we love, we are at our best. That is what God made us to be,” Fr. Trout said. If you are interested in making a massive difference in Lake County or you feel personally called to service, contact Michael Knight at Michael@knightinvestmentplanning.com or by phone at 847-367-5191. To hear more of Fr. Trout’s homily, go to www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/homilies.

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Giving Tree 2020 – Pandemic Version

The annual Christ-mas Giving Tree Project is back again this year and will support eleven Lake County chari-ties as well as the Libertyville Town-ship families from our Food Pantry. The need is great. COVID has pre-

vented many charities from holding their annual fundraisers and more families have found themselves in financial difficulties. St. Joseph parishioners have always been very generous with their gift-giving and we are counting on you again this year. Instead of the brightly colored tags hanging on rib-bons throughout the church, parishioners will choose their tags virtually this year. The tags will be available on ivolunteer starting November 20. Watch for more information in upcoming issues of the Carpenter and the online parish News and Notes as well as our various social media outlets.

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Thoughts on Giving “Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you (falsely) because of me.” (Matthew 5:11) We are all at different points on the path to holiness, on getting to Heaven and becoming a saint. Part of the journey is being mocked and ridiculed by others. When this happens, how do you respond? Do you become silent? Do you react in anger or do you react with love? Fortunately, as one Body of Christ, we are united with the saints already in Heaven. Ask your favorite saint for guidance in defending the Faith.

Stewardship of TreasureWeekly Offering for October 11, 2020 Current Year Last Year Over (Under) Last Year Week Year to Date Week Year to Date Week Year-to-DateWeekend Offering $14,839 $293,334 $21,156 $367,024 $(6,317) $(73,690)Electronic Giving $13,294 $244,438 $5,747 $215,069 $7,547 $29,369Total Collection $28,133 $537,774 $26,903 $582,093 $1,230 $(44,319)Budget for Collection $42,230 $675,680Difference $(14,097) $(137,906)Thank You! St. Joseph Parish is grateful to those who give generously on the weekends and monthly through our automatic

contribution program. Thank you to those who regularly and generously give of their treasure as well as those who give of their

time and talent to support the work our parish does in the name of Jesus Christ. Learn more at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org.

Stay Connected! We have options for everyone! Website:www.stjoseph-libertyville.org www.facebook.com/SJLibertyville www.youtube.com/sjlibertyville

www.twitter.com/SJLibertyville www.instagram.com/SJLibertyvilleEmail Newsletter: sign up at http://bit.ly/StJoesNewsletter Receive emails from the parish—sent out twice a month.

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Green Tip Excerpts from Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Sí

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“Creation” has a broader meaning than “nature”. In the Judaeo-Christian tradition, the word “creation” has a broader meaning than “nature”, for it has to do with God’s loving plan in which every creature has its own value and signifi-cance. Nature is usually seen as a system which can be studied, understood and controlled, whereas creation can only be understood as a gift from the outstretched hand of the Father of all, and as a reality illu-minated by the love which calls us together into universal communion. (76)Human beings cannot be fully explained by evolution.Human beings, even if we postulate a process of evolution,

also possess a uniqueness which cannot be fully explained by the evolution of other open systems. Each of us has his or her own person-al identity and is capable of entering into dia-logue with others and with God himself. (81)No creature is superfluous, all of creation speaks of God’s love.

Our insistence that each human being is an image of God should not make us overlook the fact that each creature has its own purpose. None is superfluous. The entire material universe speaks of God’s love, his boundless affection for us. Soil, water, mountains: everything is, as it were, a caress of God. (84)

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St. Joseph Catholic Church 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, Illinois 60048

Phone 847-362-2073 Fax 847-362-6821 E-mail info@stjoseph-libertyville.org Website www.stjoseph-libertyville.org

Parish Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.,Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Mr. Brandon Bowman, Communications Coordinator, 847-990-1228, bbowman@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMr. Kevin Burrow, Director of Music 847-990-1276, kburrow@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mrs. Mary Causey, Director of Social Justice and Service 847-990-1213, mcausey@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMr. & Mrs. Tom and Brigid Dutton, Youth Ministers, 847-275-2597, bdutton@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMrs. Ann Harmon, Parish Office Manager 847-362-2073, aharmon@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMr. Dan Harris, Facilities Manager 847-722-5345, dharris@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMrs. Kelly McMahon, Director of Technology 847-990-1277, kmcmahon@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMrs. Anne Phoenix, Principal, St. Joseph School 847-362-0730, aphoenix@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMr. David Retseck, Director of Faith Formation 847-990-1266, dretseck@stjoseph-libertyville.orgMrs. Anna Roeser, Director of Administration 847-990-1241, aroeser@stjoseph-libertyville.org

Pastoral Staff

Rev. John Trout, Pastor jtrout@stjoseph-libertyville.orgRev. Martin Luboyera, Associate Pastor mluboyera@stjoseph-libertyville.orgRev. Robinson Ortiz, Associate Pastor rortiz@stjoseph-libertyville.orgRev. John Hennessey, Pastor Emeritus jhennessey@stjoseph-libertyville.orgDeacons Dan Coughlin, George Kashmar, Dennis Mudd

Worship Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities Accessible washrooms, west side of narthex Hearing Loop for persons with hearing aids Assisted Hearing Devices in sacristy for per-

sons with difficulty hearing • Accessible, powered door at east end of narthex • Ramped north entrances to narthex Accessible Ramp on east side of sanctuary • Pew Accessibility on east front side and center sections • Padded Pew last row, far southeast corner of church Accessible parking spaces north of church along Maple Avenue. • A “read-aloud” PDF version of The Carpenter for those with visual

impairments. Please email request to info@stjoseph-libertyville.org.

Parish Pastoral Council E-mail the PPC at info@stjoseph-libertyville.org. Your questions and suggestions are welcome. Members of the Parish Pastoral Council: Fr. John Trout, Bridget Chaney (Faith Formation), Marjorie Gaitan (Social Justice & Service), Michelle Hobson (Chair), Jim Lobus (Community Building), David & Kathy Olson (Youth), Brian Savage (Accountability), Dennis Valentini (Prayer & Worship)Parish Finance Council Fr. John Trout, Bob Killackey, Joseph Loumeau, Kevin Rule (Chair), Joanie Sauers, Brian Savage, Tom Sear, Craig Sondalle

Bulletin Submissions Submit Carpenter articles to Marie Tuohy (marietuohy@sbcglobal.net) after approval by your Pastoral Staff Lead. Articles must be received by Noon on the Monday before issue date.

New Parishioners Welcome! Please stop or call the parish office weekdays from 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. or down-load registration form at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org.

Announcements at MassDue to Jasmine Sosa at jsosa@stjoseph-libertyville.org by noon on Mondays. Guideline: 1-2 sentences.

Accessibility If you have a disability and require special accommodations, please call the parish office.

Ministry of Care, Sacrament of the Sick The Sacrament of the Sick is celebrated at 8:30 a.m. Mass on the 2nd Saturday of each month, or by arrange-ment. Contact the parish office if seriously ill, hospitalized, or homebound. A Minister of Care is available to bring Communion.

Funeral Planning Please call the parish office for assistance from a Bereavement Minister and a funeral planning guide.

Matrimony Congratulations! Please contact the parish office as soon as you are engaged. Six months is usually required for marriage preparation.

Infant Baptism As an expectant parent, you are invited to the Pre-Baptismal Session 3 months prior to birth; 6:00 p.m. the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in church.

Baptism of School-Aged Children Classes for parents and children begin in September. Call 847-362-5797 for information.

Sacrament of Penance Celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings or by arrangement.

Pray the Rosary The Rosary is prayed in church at 7:55 a.m. Monday through Saturday.

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Breaking Open the WordA Journey to Discipleship–Jesus Companions Us Through Scripture

1. Proclaim God’s Word. Choose someone to read the Scripture. After reading, there is silence from the group in reverence.2. Invite Response. Invite individuals to respond to a word, phrase or passage that strikes them in some way.3. Praise God. After a period of response, close by leading the group in praise of God by praying together the Glory Be.

Next Sunday’s Gospel — Matthew 25:1-13Leader: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew Response: Glory to You, O Lord

Reflection This Sunday’s Gospel marks the conclusion of Matthew’s account of Jesus’ public teaching ministry. As we move toward the end of the Church year, Jesus still has a couple of very important teachings to share with the Apostles as He prepares them for life without Him. We can almost imagine Jesus explaining the parable of the vigilant virgins this way: “Look, I have shared with you the glory, the joy and the peace to be found in the Kingdom. You have received my personal invitation to enter into and live in the Kingdom now and for all eternity. So be wise, prepare diligently, be ever vigilant, and keep your heart and soul full of the love of the Lord for you know not the day or the hour when the Father will invite you into His eternal embrace.” We know the Father’s desire is for all of us to live in joy and peace without fear of death or any other obstacle that the world places before us. Jesus, through His life and teaching, provides us with the wisdom and the example of how to live the life God desires for us. As He invited all of His disciples, He also invites us to identify ourselves as His believers and to strive to know Him more completely each and every day of our lives. To live with Him is to follow His example and to love others as He has loved us and to be constantly on guard against the distractions and temptations of a fallen world. As we approach the end of the Church year, let us ask ourselves these questions: Where am I on my faith journey? How strong is my desire for to live ‘The Way’ Christ taught? Have I let myself live in fear and doubt? How strong is my resolve to resist the cul-tural influences and the temptations to pursue pleasure and worldly comforts at the expense of my spiritual growth? Have I actively lived out the call to be a more loving person? How willing am I to identify myself as a disciple of Christ? In the weeks ahead we are reminded that Jesus was sent to reveal the love of God which is abundantly available to us in this world and the next if we are willing to follow His commandments of love. We are not promised tomorrow. We need to live worthily today.

For further reflection on faith in God and our relationship with Him, see The Catechism of the Catholic Church,paragraphs 142-165 and 2558; and on our eternal reward, 1026–1027.

Reflection Exercises 1. The First Reading (Wisdom 6: 12-16) reminds us that those who know God “shall be quickly free from care.” Is my knowledge of God deep enough to free me from worry and doubt? What one small thing might I do to help me to grow more confident in God’s desire for my happiness? 2. Jesus formed His Church to assure that His teaching and example of how to love would be available to all. Do I know Christ’s teach-ing well enough to call myself a true disciple? What might I do to know and understand His teaching more completely? How does the practice of my Catholic faith provide the ‘oil’ of grace to keep my lamp of faith burning brightly?3. Am I diligent and deliberate in being a disciple of Christ? In what ways am I challenged to be more loving and giving?

Readings for the Week

Jesus told his disciples this parable: “The kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones, when taking their lamps, brought no oil with them, but the wise brought flasks of oil with their lamps. Since the bridegroom was long delayed, they all be-came drowsy and fell asleep. “At midnight, there was a cry, ‘Behold, the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!’ Then all those virgins got up and trimmed their lamps. The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.’ But the wise

ones replied, ‘No, for there may not be enough for us and you. Go instead to the merchants and buy some for your-selves.’ While they went off to buy it, the bridegroom came and those who were ready went into the wedding feast with him. Then the door was locked. “Afterwards the other virgins came and said, ‘Lord, Lord, open the door for us!’ But he said in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, I do not know you.’ Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour.”

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Monday: Wis 3:1-9; Ps 23:1-6; Rom 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; Jn 6:37-40 Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day)Tuesday: Phil 2:5-11; Ps 22:26b-32; Lk 14:15-24 St. Martin de PorresWednesday: Phil 2:12-18; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Lk 14:25-33 St. Charles BorromeoThursday: Phil 3:3-8a; Ps 105:2-7; Lk 15:1-10Friday: Phil 3:17 — 4:1; Ps 122:1-5; Lk 16:1-8Saturday: Phil 4:10-19; Ps 112:1b-2, 5-6, 8a, 9; Lk 16:9-15Sunday: Wis 6:12-16; Ps 63:2-8; 1 Thes 4:13-18 [13-14]; Mt 25:1-13