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you would like to register in the parish, stop by the
rectory to fill out a simple form.
The parish office is open Monday through
Friday, from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM
to 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 8:45 AM to 12:45 PM.
If you have any questions about the parish,
school or religious education program,
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Eucharistic Adoration begins Friday after 8:30 am Mass and continues until 8:30 am Mass Saturday morning. If you are signed up for an hour, please remember to attend during that time! All are welcome to stop in Laske Chapel for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION will take place on September 3rd and 4th, 2010, in the Laske Chapel. It will begin at 9:00am on Friday and end at 8:00am on Saturday.
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A Christian steward is “one who receives God’s gifts gratefully, cherishes and tends them in a responsible and accountable manner, shares them in justice and love with others and returns them with increase to the Lord. U a more prayerful parish, U a more active parish, U a more generous parish. Filling out your commitment card is a way to take a step forward in all three areas.
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St. Bernadette Ribfest September 11, 2010—4 to 11 pm
Featuring: A Variety of Food Beer Garden Raffle Split the Pot Jumping Jack Best Rib Contest Bean Bag Tournament Desserts Kids’ Games
And live music from
Yard Fulla Cars
Bring the whole family for a day of fun and entertainment! Join us for the best ribs on the South Side! We still have openings for rib cookers! Interested? Contact Kelly Zawisza at 708.422.1842 ************************************************************************** Without Sunday, we cannot live In a homily on May 29, 2005, closing the 24th Italian Eucharistic Congress, Pope Benedict XVI said, “The Sunday precept is not . . . an externally imposed duty, a burden on our shoulders. On the contrary, taking part in the celebration, being nourished by the Eucharistic bread and experiencing the communion of their brothers and sisters in Christ is a need for Christians, it is a joy; Christians can thus replenish the energy they need to continue the journey. . . . We must rediscover the joy of Christian Sundays. We must proudly rediscover the privilege of sharing in the Eucharist, which is the sacrament of the renewed world.
”http://www.vatican.va/holy_father/benedict_xvi/homilies/2005/documents/ hf_ben-xvi_hom_20050529_bari_en.html
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A longstanding tradition in Catholic Parishes is the women's ministry known as the Altar and Rosary Society. As we begin a revitalization of that tradition here at St. Bernadette Parish, information will be available in the bulletin over the next few weeks highlighting the special opportunities for women to participate in this important ministry. "Ministry" is the witness we give with our life, the service we give to God through prayer and worship, and the service we give to others. The Altar and Rosary Society is a wonderful opportunity to contribute in a special way to the spiritual life of St. Bernadette Parish. Starting the month of September, women of the parish can participate in a special Altar Rosary Mass once a month to demonstrate our service to God through prayer and worship. For more information contact Eileen McNichols at 708-704-8807. ************************************************************************** Ministers of Care will
meet Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 at 10:00AM in the Rectory Meeting Room.
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open for intentions on Wednesday, September 22nd in the Rectory Office
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Have you ever wondered about the Catholic Faith? Have you ever thought about becoming a Catholic? The RCIA process allows people to learn about the Faith and decide if they would like to continue the journey. If you are interested, please call Mary Ellen Lynch at 708-425-7697 to find out about fall classes.
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know of someone who may be interested, please invite him or her to call
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Manna Updates
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An in depth study of The Gospel of Matthew in three 8 week modules (Fall 2010, Lent 2011, Fall 2011)
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SPRED (Special Religious Development)
Would you be willing to help make a difference in the lives of our brothers and sisters with developmental disabilities? SPRED is a ministry which focuses on the spiritual development of those with developmental disabilities ranging from all ages and function levels. Through small faith communities known as SPRED groups, we strive to form a closer relationship with God and each other through a symbolic catechesis. Most of our special friends live in the community with their family or in a group home. In some cases they are not always comfortable being part of the larger parish community which is why SPRED has become a critical ministry. SPRED provides our friends with disabilities with an environment that gives them the opportunity to experience our Catholic faith and God’s presence in their lives. If you are interested in volunteering or know someone who might benefit from SPRED please contact Colleen Doherty at 773-320-3874 or Joe Quane at 773-936-2139. **************************************************************************
"Market Day Wants You - We are looking for two chair
people to run the Market Day Program.
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“Night Club at Noon” The Four Lads Wednesday, Sept. 15th Saber Room..8900 W. 95th St.
Enjoy again their memorable hits including “moments to Remember” & “No, Not Much” & more. The Saber Room’s Special Baked Chicken will have you asking for the recipe!
Reservations..Becky Segler..424-1519 Cost…$40.00
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Homily Following the proclamation of the Gospel, we are again seated to listen to the homily. If you have traveled in Europe, or have seen some older churches in the United States, you have probably seen examples of pulpits from the past, quite different from what we are used to today. These grand installations (the vast majority of which are no longer in use) dominate the nave and are often splendid artistic creations, with saints swarming over their decorated surfaces, supported by larger-than-life figures like St. Jerome or the four evangelists, and approached by elaborate staircases. They are also located at a considerable distance from the altar. These pulpits speak powerfully of the importance of God’s word. But they also speak of a separation of the word from the action of the Mass. Where early church fathers like St. Augustine almost always preached on the readings of the day, in the Middle Ages sermons came to be more like lessons in catechism, teaching truths of the faith without much—if any—connection to the scriptures. The principal preaching would sometimes take place at a service like Benediction, and not in the context of the Eucharist at all. This was the case even into the twentieth century. In the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, the first major document the Second Vatican Council produced, the council fathers affirmed that the homily “forms part of the liturgy itself” (CSL #52). There is a world of meaning in those words, and they have had an impact on everything from church architecture to homiletic style. If the homily is part of the liturgy, then it necessarily takes its subject matter from the liturgy itself—from the readings of the day, the feast or mystery being celebrated, from the Eucharist we are soon to receive. If the homily is part of the Mass, then clearly catechism lessons, theological discourses, or overly complex biblical explanations—valuable as these are—belong elsewhere in Catholic life. If the homily is part of the Mass, then its function becomes quite specific: it “points to the presence of God in people’s lives and then leads a congregation into the Eucharist, providing, as it were, the motive for celebrating the Eucharist in this time and place (cf. Lectionary for Mass. English translation of the Second Editio-Typica [1981] no. 24 prepared by International Commission on English in the Liturgy.) . . . the homily should flow quite naturally out of the readings and into the liturgical action that follows”(p. 23). The homilist, therefore, has the daunting task of helping people to experience that “the word of God is living and effective, sharper than any two-edged sword” (Hebrews 4:12). There are as many ways of responding to that challenge as there are homilists! (Look at Luke 4 for a “homily” by Jesus—it must be one of the shortest on record. See Acts 2:14–36 to read Peter’s homily on the first Pentecost.) Brilliant, bland, or in between, “if we listen with open hearts” to the homily, writes Msgr. Joseph Champlin, “the Holy Spirit will use a word, a phrase, a concept, a story from the homily to speak to us, to touch us” (Champlin, The Mystery and Meaning of the Mass, p. 72). Cardinal Lustiger adds: “It is not the priest who changes the hearts of the faithful, but the Holy Spirit, to whom both the priest and the faithful should be open in this sacramental action of the Church” (Lustiger, p. 72).
Intercessions The Liturgy of the Word concludes with the general intercessions. The intercessions were an important part of the liturgy of the early church, but dropped out of the Roman Rite around the sixth century. They survived at certain key moments in the Church’s year—most notably on Good Friday, when the intercessions are still one of the most solemn moments of that solemn liturgy. The intercessions were restored in the reforms of the Second Vatican Council. They usually follow a set pattern, as we pray for the needs of the universal Church, for public authorities and the salvation of the world, for those experiencing difficulties of various kinds, and finally for the local community. The general intercessions are among the most important acts of the gathered faithful, for here we fulfill our baptismal call to be a royal priesthood, interceding for others on behalf of the whole world. “Coming as they do after the dismissal of the catechumens, [the intercessions] are a privilege of the faithful, and they underscore the latter’s priestly character. To present to God the appeals and hopes of the entire human race is to share in the care and concern of the Priest of the New Covenant who gave his life for the salvation of the world; it is to share in his mission” (Cabié, p. 75). The intercessions are intentionally broad, because at this moment we are called to look beyond the boundaries of our parish community and to pray for all who are in need—the whole world, in fact. And it is precisely in looking beyond our own personal needs that we become catholic, that is, universal. “As a sign of the universal Church, each community must also be a sign of its universal prayer. . . . Between God and the nations of the world, God has placed each Christian community, little as it may be. Between God and the pain of humanity, God has placed the intercession of the smallest community. The Prayer of the Faithful is the mystery of love that binds this community to the universe” (Deiss, The Mass, p. 47). In a few moments, the faithful will bring forward gifts of bread and wine to be transformed into the Body and Blood of Christ; at this moment, in the general intercessions, “the Church brings both herself and the world forward and petitions transformation” (Driscoll, p. 60).
At the end of the first century, St. Clement of Rome concluded his own letter to the Corinthians with what is called “the great prayer,” the first example of a litany (the same form as the general intercessions). In this prayer, we see the early Christian community praying not only for its own members, but for the whole world. We pray you, Master, be our help and protection. Save the afflicted among us, have mercy on the lowly. Raise up the fallen, show yourself to those in need. Heal the sick, and bring back those who have strayed. Fill the hungry, give freedom to our prisoners. Raise up the weak, console the fainthearted. Let all peoples acknowledge that you alone are God, and Jesus Christ is your Child, that we are your people, the sheep to whom you give pasture. (Quoted in Deiss, “The Springtime of the Liturgy”, pp. 83–84)
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Questions for Reflection and Discussion • What brings you to Mass Sunday after Sunday? Where and when does your “procession” begin? What do you look forward to at Sunday Mass? • Can you think of a time when a particular hymn or song has moved you deeply or spoken to you in a special way? • Describe a celebration of Mass that fully engaged you. What was different about it? • What expectations do you bring to the Mass? What does the Mass expect of you?
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Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic Faith and Practice Survey
The Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday,
September 19, 2010 at 3 PM at
Couples married in 1960 interested inattending this celebration should contact their parish to register.
For further information call the Family Ministries Office at 312.534.8351 or visit the website: www.familyministries.org.
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Living Stewardship Now Pay it forward! Give to people in your life who cannot possibly return your good deeds.
Put a copy of the Magnificat on your bathroom mirror or on your computer’s start-up screen. Pray Mary’s hymn to start your day.
Is Jesus the center of your life? If not, why not? Decide to offer prayers and financial support to a missionary organization of your choice. Are other languages spoken in your parish? Try learning phrases so that you can greet and thank parishioners whose mother tongue is not English, or volunteer as a teacher for an English as a Second Language program.
Declare one day a week “Random Acts of Kindness Day” and do things for people you don’t know or are reluctant to be involved with. Develop the habit of thanking people whose work often goes unnoticed, such as supermarket cashiers, postal and delivery people, office cleaners, and fast-food servers.
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As we conclude the Year of the Priest, let us remember the priests who have served St. Bernadette during the past 63 years. Pastors of St. Bernadette Parish
Morgan O’Brien Richard Laske David Byrne Kurt Boras Gary Miller
Associate Pastors/Residents
Richard O’Donnell Robert Kyfes William Graney Robert Spielman Paul McArdle John Parker Walter O’Grady John Ahern Richard Mueller Leonard Huske William Ward David McCormick John Hennessy Edward Myers Patrick Utz Polienado Barnabe Bart Kelly Alfredo Salera Michael Ahlstrom Bernard Blasich William Malloy Bernard Cotter Ronald Scarlata William Vollmer Theodore McNulty Joseph Seitz David Baldwin William Curran Thomas Winikates
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2010 annual Catholic Appeal Begins
“…they left everything and followed Him.” (Luke 5:11) Many of our parishioners either have or soon will receive a mailing from Cardinal George. He will ask that you make a pledge to the 2010 Annual Catholic Appeal.The Annual Catholic Appeal is the largest philanthropic source of financial support for ALL of the Catholic schools in the Archdiocese. In addition, it funds services that are of great help to the ministries here in our parish. This year, the theme of the Appeal is, “…they left everything and followed Him.” This familiar phrase from the story of the Apostles walking away from their livelihoods and their worldly possessions to follow Jesus is a familiar one. But, how often do we reflect on their example as it applies to our lives. At the core of discipleship is the practice of stewardship. Stewardship is the recognition that all that we have is a gift from God and we are obligated to return a significant portion of our gifts to assist in his work. Our gifts are to be given in gratitude for what God has given us. A gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal helps to provide education, services, and ministry to thousands within and outside of our Archdiocese. Also, when our parish reaches its goal of $29,673.78 in cash, 100% of the additional funds received will be returned to us for use in our parish. Please prayerfully consider a pledge to the 2010 Annual Catholic Appeal.
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URGENT: USCCB NATIONWIDE BULLETIN INSERT Stop Abortion Funding in Health Care Reform! Protect Conscience Ensure Affordable Health Coverage Allow Immigrants to Purchase Private Health Insurance
As long-time advocates of health care reform, the U.S. Catholic bishops continue to make the moral case that genuine health care reform must protect the life, dignity, consciences and health of all, especially the poor and vulnerable. Health care reform should not advance a pro-abortion agenda in our country.
* On November 7, the U.S. House of Representatives passed major health care reform that reaffirms the essential, longstanding and widely supported policy against using federal funds for elective abortions and includes positive measures on affordability and immigrants. * On December 24, the U.S. Senate rejected this policy and passed health care reform that requires federal funds to help subsidize and promote health plans that cover elective abortions. All purchasers of such plans will be required to pay for other people’s abortions through a separate payment solely to pay for abortion. * Outside the abortion context, neither bill has adequate conscience protection for care providers, plans or employers. * These two bills must now be combined into one bill that both the House and Senate that will vote on in final form. Provisions against abortion funding and in favor of conscience protection, affordability, and immigrants’ access to health care must be part of a fair and just health care reform bill, or the final bill must be opposed. ACTION: Contact your Representative and Senators today by e-mail, phone or FAX. * To send a pre-written, instant e-mail to Congress go to www.uscb.org/action. * Call the U.S. Capitol switchboard at: 202-224-3121, or call your Members’ local offices. Contact info can be found on Members’ web sites at www.house.gov & www.senate.gov. MESSAGE—HOUSE: “I am pleased that the House health care bill maintains the longstanding policy against federal funding of abortion. I urge you to work to uphold essential provisions against abortion funding, to include full conscience protection and to assure that health care is accessible and affordable for all. Until and unless these criteria are met, I urge you to oppose the final bill.” MESSAGE—SENATE: “I am deeply disappointed that the Senate health care bill fails to maintain the longstanding policy against federal funding of abortion and does not include adequate protection for conscience. I urge you to support essential provisions against abortion funding, similar to those in the House bill. Include full conscience protection and assure that health care is accessible and affordable for all. Until and unless these criteria are met, I urge you to oppose the final bill.” WHEN: Votes in the House and Senate on the final bill are expected in January.
Act today! Thank You!
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A Men’s Faithsharing Group is being organized to discuss the many issues and challenges faced by Catholic men in today’s world. If you could like to learn more, call Allen Stahl at 708.439.9104. Next Meeting September 20th.
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Support our Patrons…
Along with our website and newsletter, our Sunday bulletin is important in establishing communication with parishioners. Through our arrangement with the JS Paluch Company, the parish does not pay for the printing of our weekly bulletin, saving us thousands of dollars every year. Our bulletin is supported through the generosity of the advertisers, many parishioners of St. Bernadette and members of our local community. During these difficult economic times, please support our advertisers with your patronage. Especially be sure to tell the business owners that you appreciate their support of St. Bernadette by advertising in the bulletin. This is one small way to work within our community to weather these challenging times. A strong and vibrant parish is good for our community—and a strong business community is good for our parish.
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Children’s Liturgy of the Word every Sunday at the 9 am Mass. Those interested in participating in this ministry should contact Mary Ellen Lynch at 708.425.7697.
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All children who are
parishioners, Practices are held every Wednesday from 2:30 to 3:30 PM in the Church. (We understand that dismissal times vary with each school. Drop off time is flexible depending on individual needs.) Please contact Maggie Bilas at 708-422-8995 or mlewis@stbernadettechurch.org for additional information.
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Pre-Planning Your Funeral Liturgy “Brothers and sisters, our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we also await a savior, the LORD Jesus Christ.” Philippians 3:20 If you would like to pre-plan your funeral liturgy- the scripture readings, liturgical music selections, other thoughts you might have— St. Bernadette Parish can provides you with that opportunity. Upon completion of your plans, a copy will be provided to you for your files, and one will be kept here at your Parish home to insure your final requests, when the time comes. Appointments can be made by contacting Maggie Bilas, the director of Music and Liturgy, at 708-422-8995, or via the internet at mlewis@stbernadettechurch.org.
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God’s love does not distinguish between the infant in the mother’s womb or the child or the youth or the adult or the older person. In each one God sees His image and likeness. Human life is a manifestation of God and His glory.
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Ever Consider Being a Sacristan? As some of our sacristans go on vacation or leave the parish, we could use some help with chores like rearranging misplaced missalettes and songbooks on Monday morning; replacing burned out votive candles daily; assistance with the weekly dusting of the altars, sacristy, chapel, and library. Help is needed to put returned library books on their proper shelves. Servers’ albs need to be laundered when soiled. These are just a few tasks for which help would be greatly appreciated. Please call Maggie Bilas, at the Rectory 422-8995
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Looking for Donations… ...of used towels, sheets, comforters, and dog crates for a local rescue group. It takes a lot of effort and supplies to rescue dogs from shelters and re-home them. If you are in need of cleaning some closets and can help, please contact: Kathy Bartosiak 708-857-7579 Chicagoland Shepherd Rescue Volunteer, foster, supplies
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WWW….Ministries If you are a Lector, Eucharistic Minister or Altar Server and have access to a computer, please send an email to mlewis@stbernadettechurch.org, and all future schedules will be sent to you. Thank you.
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A group of parishioners who have been cooking and serving meals once a month at PADS (71st & Troy, Chicago) is looking for cooks to help out. The dates required are the first Sunday of each month, November through April. The task is simple, requiring only about two hours a month, but the rewards are great! If interested, please call Mary Claire Prendergast, 708-423-7365.
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A Catholic Family Organization in Action with ideals that encompass Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism!
Ž Knights Hurricane Relief surpasses $9 million Ž Knights donate $8 million to Catholic University of America for Marriage & Family Institute. Ž Knights donate $3,000 per victim to the Families of 9/11. Ž Knights donate $1 million for Special Olympics. Ž Knights give over 750 scholarships per year for college education. Ž Knights provide the Matthews and Swift Educational Trust Fund for policemen, firemen, and our men in the military. Ž Knights provide many great fraternal benefits for being part of the Order. Ž The Knights of Columbus needs you as a member in order for all of these great activities to continue, so why not fill out an application next weekend at St. Bernadette (after Masses in the vestibule) to join . Ž For more info, call Steve Kristich, Grand Knight of the Leo XIII Council (which meets at St. Bernadette on the first & third Mondays of the month), at 773-582-5476.
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Events for the Parish: Join the Holy Name Society Interested Men of all ages from St. Bernadette Parish please contact Tom Goodman about joining this volunteer organization. No heavy lifting required. Tgoodman17@comcast.net or 708-229-8771
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Catechetical Beatitudes BLESSED ARE THE CHILDREN who are taught to see beauty in all things around them...for their world will be a place of grace and wonder. BLESSED ARE THE CHILDREN who are led with patience and understanding...for they will learn the strength of endurance and the gift of tolerance. BLESSED ARE THE CHILDREN who are taught the value and power of truth...for they shall search for knowledge and use it with wisdom and discernment. BLESSED ARE THE CHILDREN who are guided by those with faith in a loving God...for they will find Him early and will walk with Him through life.
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Young Adult Ministry Office: phone: 312/466-9473 fax: 312/466-9474 e-mail: yam@yamchicago.org website: www.yamchicago.org
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Response to Bread Pickup… ...was wonderful. If there are others who would also like to get involved in this very simple way of performing acts of justice and charity, there is still room for more volunteers. Pickup days are Monday-Friday at 6:00 PM, and Saturday at 5:00 PM. The bread is then brought to the rectory garage and stored in the freezer. Call the rectory if you wish to volunteer 1/2 hour of your time once/week or two, or occasionally.
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We Support Our Troops
Michael Vasko DCI,
CPL Terrence Bennett,
LCPL Anthony Collins,
WELCOME HOME!
2nd LT JJ Konstant,
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When you go on vacation in the summer, do you take a vacation from Mass? Do you make the days of summer lazy by staying home on Sunday? Here are four reasons to fit Mass into your summer schedule: 1. After Jesus’ resurrection, his followers became the early Church by together to keep his message alive. Every time you attend Mass, you help to keep Jesus’ message alive – but that can only happen in church. 2. At Sunday Mass, millions of people you don’t know are praying for you and with you. Where else can you get that kind of help? 3. Attending Mass connects you to the Communion of Saints – the saints in heaven, the souls in purgatory and believers on earth. That’s powerful company. 4. Mass is the way a Catholic fulfills the commandment to keep holy the Sabbath day. If God tells you to do something, you should probably do it. Note: to find a church or Mass time anywhere in the country, call (410)676-6000 or visit www.parishesonline.com.
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A Unique Opportunity Loyola Press, a dynamic Catholic publishers, is devoted to nurturing a lived faith in everyday life. To do this effectively, it needs to understand the needs of people. You are invited to join a unique online community of people who are willing to share with Loyola Press their perspectives about Catholic life, spirituality, and faith. Periodically you will be invited to participate in brief online surveys. To join in, register at www.SpiritedTalk.org. Become a member and receive surveys regarding the products and services you use in relation to your life as a Catholic. Your responses are confidential and are for the sole use of Loyola Press. You may also have the opportunity to evaluate new Loyola Press products and services before they are introduced. For each survey you complete, you will earn points good toward Amazon or Target certificates. No need to worry about a long-term commitment; you may opt out at any time. Loyola Press thans you for helping it serve the Catholic community. Join at www.SpiritedTalk.org.
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Three ways to know you are a follower of Christ At our death, Jesus won’t quiz us on the Bible or ask if we ever missed Mass. He will want to know if we loved: “This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another" (John 13:35). Show love. You do this when you demonstrate a concern and compassion for the needs of others before your own. Value Love. You are not satisfied with what the world offers. Instead, you value those things that can only come from God – the greatest one is love. Act with love. When we are face to face with Jesus, he will say, “I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me. Then he will say, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world’” (Matthew 25:34-35).
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Post-Abortion Healing Hotline Do you know someone who is suffering from the emotional and spiritual effects of abortion? Ask them to call 312-337-1962 or 888-456-HOPE, a post-abortion hotline and referral service for women and men.
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THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS… ...meet on the first and third Mondays of each month in the Rectory Meeting Room. The Knights encourage men of the parish 18 years of age and older to visit with them, discover the excellent work the Knights do, and consider becoming a part of this Council’s 100 year history. Meetings begin at 7:30 PM. For further information call either Grand Knight James Loicano (708-361-0699) or Deputy Grand Knight Victor Filomeno (708-857-7412).
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Sound familiar? Many of us have thoughts like this from time to time. Next time you feel this way, consider these benefits to attending Mass: You get to … 1. Increase the power of your prayers. “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them” (Matthew 18:20). When you participate in the Mass, you support the prayers of others – and they support yours. And Jesus gives special attention to prayers that are shared. 2. Start fresh each week. Before Mass, think about something in your life you’d like to change. Then look for an idea in the Mass that will help – and there will always be at least one. It may be a phrase from the readings, a thought from the homily, or part of a prayer that applies. Then you can start to make a change in your life strengthened by the power of the Mass. 3. Take your place with Jesus. As a baptized Catholic, you have the right and power to be part of the Body of Christ. You become a member of the Body whenever you “do this in memory of me" (Luke 22:19). Copyright 2004 Success Publishing & Media, LLC Text reprinted with permission. __________________________________________________________ Don’t miss out on Mass
Despite rumors to the
contrary, the Church still requires Catholics to participate
God never stops loving us
God’s love is like
sunlight – nothing can stop it from shining.
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TRAVELING ? FREE ministry to traveling Catholics. For nationwide Mass times and locations: Call Mass Times (1-410-676-6000) or on the internet at www.Masstimes.org.
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Are you looking for some good
spiritual reading? Check out the resources available in the Lourdes
Library in the south end of the vestibule of the church. There is a
notebook on the desk for you to record the books you have taken.
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St.
Bernadette Parish is setting up a telephone tree to call state
legislators when bills relating to life issues are up for a vote in
Springfield.
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...is an on-line religious goods store whose mission is to support the Catholic Church through the sale of Catholic bibles, gifts, books, music, art, jewelry, rosaries, statues and more. 25% of the profits from your purchase will be rebated to St. Bernadette parish. When you make a purchase, simply look up St. Bernadette’s ID (#1854), and your purchase will help support our parish. Check out their large selection of religious goods to help you walk your faith journey.
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WHO ARE THE SECULAR FRANCISCANS? We
are lay men and women who work to grow in holiness, observing the Gospel
of Jesus, by following the example of St. Francis of Assisi, who made
Christ the inspiration and center of his life. We are a fraternity (St.
Anthony of Padua), a local group of Seculars who meet
on the first Sunday of every month in rectory meeting room at 1:15 PM.
Our meetings consist of study, discussion and prayer. We invite anyone who
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Committed
to a more merciful and just world, Mercy Volunteer Corps invites women and
men to work alongside the Sisters of Mercy and give one year of full-time
service to people who are poor, sick or uneducated.
For more information, contact Sister JoAnn Persch, RSM,
773-779-6011, ext. 50, or mercycorps@mercychicago.com,
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AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL VISITS
Fridays at Marist: Interactive day for current eighth grade students. Reservations necessary. Contact Alex Brown at 773-881-5330.
Other Neighborhood Information
WANTED
Co-worker of
Mother Teresa is seeking a partner to help with Mission Work. This
would require a small amount of driving and lifting at the dinner
hours three days a week. If able to help,
Little Company of Mary News Caregivers’ Support Group for those living with a loved one with cancer. First and third Wednesday of the month from 7:00—8:30 p.m. in Meeting Room I. Ongoing program. Attend as many sessions as you choose. Free. No registration. Info: 708.229.6015.
Adult Day
Center in the
Heritage Building, 2800 W. 87th St. provides day care for adults
with impaired physical or emotional abilities or who need
supervision. Call 773-863-7575.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Renaissance at 87th Street is looking for people of all ages who are interested in helping the elderly. Volunteers play an important part in maintaining the connection to the community. If you enjoy friendly, personal visits or like assisting with games, crafts, clubs, cultural activities, or community outings, then consider being a volunteer. Please contact the Activity Director at 773-434-8787 for more information.
St.
Stephen Divorce Support Ministry will be meeting on the first &
third Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM in Room 116 of the parish
center, located at 17500 South 84th Avenue in Tinley Park. This
ministry is a self-help group composed of individuals who wish to
share their questions and wisdom. For more info, contact Deacon Ken
at 708-342-2400, ext 136 or
denken@ststephentinley.com St. Rita offers summer camps/clinics in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, & volleyball to grade school students. Also, a co-ed Recreational Camp is offered with trips to Notre Dame & the Indiana Dunes. Call 773-925-RITA to register. The Village Pantry Coalition was formed to provide emergency food to EP individuals & families experiencing temporary financial problems due to unemployment. To those in need, contact OCS, 708-422-8776. Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical company providing assistance for senior citizens in their homes: light housekeeping, errands &/or transportation, meal prep, laundry, medication reminders & companionship. Bonded & insured with background check. Call 708-671-2648. OCS PROGRAMS Double Nickel Chorus is seeking a director. Call 422-8776.
St. Denis Bingo every Thursday in Fullmer Hall, 8300 S St. Louis.
Doors open 6 PM; early bird at 6:45 PM. LCM seeking positive, friendly, energetic people to
join Adult Volunteer Program. Training provided. 229-5280.
Irish Dance
class at St. Germaine on Saturdays, 1:30-2:30 PM for boys &
girls 5 yrs & older. Madeleine, 630-505-1799.
Mothers &
Company, a local organization run by neighborhood moms, offers fun for kids
& moms. If you are interested in playgroups for children
from birth to 5 yrs & activities for moms, call
Maryville
Academy is seeking donations of new, used, or even un-drive able
vehicles. Get a tax break, easily dispose of a vehicle, help
financially struggling Catholic schools, and aid Maryville in its
mission. Call 1-877-888-1500. LCM has opened a new Diabetes
Center. A Diabetes Support Group meets the last Wednesday of
each month from 6:30-8 PM. For more info call 708-229-5629. OCS Garden Clinic meets 4th Monday of each month at
10 AM in Rm 112 of Maher Community Center. St. Joseph School, Homewood is looking for alumni. For
more info call 708-798-0467 or
www.alumni@sjshomewood.org
or www.sjshomewood.org. Power wheel chairs are available to those who cannot
walk & cannot self-propel a manual wheelchair in their
home or assistance living facilities at no cost to the
recipient if they qualify. Call 800-340-8525 or
www.statemedical.com. EVERGREEN PARK MINI—BUS One of the outstanding services provided by the Office of Citizen Services for senior and disabled adults of Evergreen Park is its mini-bus transportation. The OCS mini-bus operates Tuesday through Friday (9 AM-3:30 PM) transporting clients to medical appointments within a five mile radius, and business appointments to village merchants. Medical appointments take priority. The mini-bus is equipped to handle two wheelchairs. Service includes EP banks, barber and beauty shops, library, OCS activities at the Community Center, Plaza, Post Office, Village Hall & Wednesday morning shopping at Menu Mart and Thursday afternoon shopping at Aldi’s. Call OCS (422-8776) to make your bus appointments, giving at least 24 hour notice and up to two weeks in advance of scheduled appointment. |
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If
you are ill and would like to be on the prayer list,
call the Rectory, 422-8995.
If you are in the hospital , please inform us
if you would like a visit.
And if you would like to receive Holy Communion
at home, be sure to let us know. |
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