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60th Anniversary of
St. Pius X Catholic Community
1025 E. Madison Street, Lombard
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Sunday, January 25th
10:00 AM – Celebration Mass
Celebrant:
Most Reverend Joseph M. Siegel,
Auxiliary Bishop and Vicar General, Diocese of Joliet
Reception follows in Social Center
JANUARY 25, 2015
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
1025 E. Madison Street  Lombard, IL 60148  630-627-4526  www.stpiuslombard.org
WELCOME TO
ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
1025 E. MADISON STREET ■ LOMBARD, IL 60148
[email protected]
www.stpiuslombard.org
DIOCESE OF JOLIET
SERVED BY THE CONGREGATION OF THE RESURRECTION
MISSION STATEMENT
We the people of St. Pius X Church, a faith community in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet,
Illinois, accept the challenge to restore all things in Christ through the use of our gifts and ministry. Guided by
the Father, nourished by the Eucharist, and inspired by the Holy Spirit we embrace all through our
commitment to worship, education, service, and stewardship.
LEMA DE NUESTRA MISIÓN
Nosotros las personas de la Iglesia de San Pío X, una comunidad de fe Católica de la Diócesis de Joliet,
Illinois, aceptamos los desafíos de restaurar todas las cosas en Cristo, por medio de nuestros talentos y
ministerios. Guiados por el Padre, nutridos por la Eucaristía, e inspirados por el Espíritu Santo; unidos y
comprometidos todos nosotros por medio de nuestros dones, educación y servicio.
Business Manager: John Matyasik
Administrative Assistant: Donna Cooper
Parish Secretary: Pam Matyasik
Maintenance Director: Sallie McGinn
Pastoral Council, Chair: Betty Kramer
Finance Council, Chair: Frank Enda
Stewardship Council, Chair: Leanne Newman
Pastor:
Father George Zieba, CR
Deacons:
John Chan, Ron Knecht,
Larry Lissak, Tom Rachubinski
Hispanic Ministry Pastoral Assistant:
Fr. Fernando Cuevas, CS
Pastoral Care: Sr. Pauline Schutz, OSF
Parish Office: 630-627-4526
Fax: 630-495-5926
[email protected]
Faith Formation: 630-627-1551
[email protected]
School: 630-627-2353
Fax: 630-627-1810
[email protected]
Convent: 630-627-5810
School Principal: Daniel Flaherty
Assistant Principal: Toni Miller
Youth Ministry - Director: Mark Restaino
Faith Formation - Director: Colleen Lowery
Music Ministry - Director: Kirsten Currie
Hispanic Ministry - Coordinator / Secretary:
Laura Mora
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IMPORTANT TO KNOW
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Thursday
9:00 AM—12:30 PM;
1:00 PM—4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM—3:00 PM
MASSES
Saturday: 5:00 PM Anticipation of Sunday
Misa en Español: Sábado 7 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, and 11:30 AM
Mass interpreted in sign language:5 PM Sat.
Holy Days: see previous Sunday Bulletin
Weekdays: 8:30 AM Monday through Friday
Saturday: 8:30 AM First Saturday of each month
NEW PARISHIONERS
Welcome! You are invited to
come to or call the Parish Office
to register. Forms are also
available on the website.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturday: 3:30 to 4:30 PM or by appointment.
MINISTRIES AND ORGANIZATIONS
If you are interested in one of our many ministries or wish
to volunteer time or talent, please contact the Parish
Office or see our website for more details.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the first
Sunday at the 11:30 AM Mass. No Baptisms are
celebrated during Lent. Parent preparation is required.
The parent meeting for Baptism is generally on the first
Monday of the month at 7:00 PM. Please call the Parish
Office for more information
(630-627-4526).
PRAYER INTENTIONS
If you have a prayer intention that you would like the
parish to pray for, write it in the Book of Prayer in
Church.
BULLETIN ARTICLES
Due ten days prior to bulletin date. Attach Word file and
email to [email protected]. Please put a
contact name and phone number on each article indicating
the date(s) you would like the article to run. Every effort
will be made to see that your request is granted.
As a general rule, we encourage using “bulletin space”
instead of a separate insert whenever possible—–this
saves the cost of printing. The following guidelines
should be observed if an insert is necessary:A proposed
insert must be submitted for approval prior to bulletin
insertion weekend. Approved inserts must be delivered
by Thursday to the Parish Office.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Please call the Parish Office at least 6 months before
your desired wedding date, to check availability.
FUNERALS
Arrangements should be made at the Parish Office
before publication in the newspaper.
SICK CALLS
Homebound because of sickness or age, please call the
Parish Office (630-627-4526) to arrange a visit with a
Minister of Care or a priest.
SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK
Please call the Parish Office for arrangements.
Because of HIPAA Privacy regulations, hospitals can no
longer contact the parish. If you are hospitalized and
would like a priest or minister from St. Pius X to visit or
have your name added to the Prayers of the Faithful,
your family should notify the Parish Office.
INFORMATION ABOUT
OUR CATHOLIC FAITH
For questions and instruction in the faith or to become a
part of the RCIA process (Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults), call the Parish Office.
Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life:
www.vocations.com or call 815-834-4004.
Support Serra Vocations at the monthly Vocation Mass
and dinner at St. Petronille Parish in Glen Ellyn.
Please call 630-932-8098 for information.
Reporting Sexual Abuse: Anyone who has reasonable
cause to suspect the sexual abuse of a minor by a member
of the clergy or other Church personnel is urged to report
the matter immediately. To inform the Diocese of Joliet,
call Mrs. Judith Speckman (Victim Assistance
Coordinator) at 815-263-6467 or write the Diocese of
Joliet, 425 Summit Street, Joliet 60435. Contact DCFS at
1-800-252-2873 or call the local County States Attorney.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL ASSISTANCE
Mon. & Fri. 9:30 am—Noon, Wed. 12:30-2:30 pm
Information: 630-300-4353
January 25, 2015
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LITURGICAL NEWS
Ministry Schedule — Jan. 31/Feb. 1
Liturgical Calendar
Monday
January 26-Saints Timothy and Titus
2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5; Ps 96:1-3, 7-8a, 10; Mk 3:22-30
8:30 am
Henry Schrader and for God’s Blessings on
Stephen Weiland by Carol Weiland
Tuesday
January 27-Saint Angela Merici
Heb 10:1-10; Ps 40:2, 4ab, 7-8a, 10, 11; Mk 3:31-35
8:30 am
Charles Ferrence & John Lesko Family by
Joan Temborius
Wednesday January 28-Saint Thomas Aquinas
Heb 10:11-18; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 4:1-20
8:30 am
Richard Duple by family
(Grade School Mass)
E/M: H. Jaroszewski, B. Lyons, V. McGovern,
E. Morris, E. Soger, C. Trefilek
Saturday
Lectors: C. D’Acquisto, M. Weaver
5:00 pm
A/S: L. Guzik, H. Konrath, B. McGovern, J. Weaver
G: M. Varnes, B. Sturz
Acolitos: M. Tiscareno, R. Garcia, J. Acuna
Ministros: Sergio, Ma. DeJesus, and
Saturday
Stephanie Mondragon, T. Aguirre
7:00 pm
Hospitalidad: J. Gamboa, G. Ruiz
Español
Lectores: S. Reznicek, N. Osorio
Peticiones: F. Diaz
Thursday January 29-Weekday
Heb 10:19-25; Ps 24:1-6; Mk 4:21-25
8:30 am
Jim Rehfeldt by Caryn & Pete Kuhlman
Friday
January 30-Weekday
Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34
8:30 am
Patricia Schmitt by Reznicek Family
Saturday January 31-Saint John Bosco
Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lk 1:69-75; Mk 4:35-41
11:00 am
Funeral Mass (Patricia & Joseph Juliano)
1:30 pm
Misa en español (Quinceanera)
3:30-4:30 pm Reconciliation
Vigil—Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pm
Ed Maciola by Soger Family
7:00 pm
Misa en español
Sunday
February 1
Dt 18:15-20; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; 1 Cor 7:32-35; Mk1:21-28
7:30 am
Eugene Plewa by family
9:30 am
CCW Members, living and deceased
11:30 am
St. Pius X Parish Family
(Baptisms celebrated during Mass)
Sunday
7:30 am
E/M: K. Czaplicki, B. Kramer, T. Lanigan,
C. Monckton, D. Pflum, L. Thurman
Lectors: R. Billote, J. Molenda
A/S: D. Bajda, K. Tyszkiewicz, B. & C. Yarusso
G: Please Volunteer
Sunday
9:30 am
E/M: J. Gosmire, B. Grant, M. Reznicek, N. Rigor,
D. Trapp
Lectors: K. Reznicek, M. Reznicek
A/S: K. Fox, G. & K. Reznicek, R. Trimarco
G: B. Grant, D. Stoltman
E/M: M. & T. D’Alessandro, V. Jablonsky,
M. LoCoco, J. Miulli, K. Sutton
Sunday
Lectors: K. Kwak, S. Kwak
11:30 am
A/S: I. & S. D’Alessandro, H. & J. Guthrie
G: Please Volunteer
St. Pius X Prayer Chapel
The Prayer Chapel is open Sunday through
Friday evenings, 7 pm to 11 pm. Please come
and adore Him. Use Door #8 on east side of
church building. Would you like to sign up for
an hour per week in the Prayer Chapel? Please
contact our leaders to pledge your hour.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Estelle Soger
Linda Chan
Michelle LoCoco
John Chan
Ceil D’Acquisto
Carol Gawenda
the following parishioners
and friends who are ill:
630-627-8310
630-202-2489
630-620-6283
630-202-2943
630-627-9472
630-833-3211
Frank Cvach
Bob Heise
Karen Krystyan
Cindy Metz
Rosary/Prayer/Benediction-Wednesday 8 pm Prayer Chapel
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Jim Kristula
Jim Stapleton
Roberta Stankus
Mark Furjanic
Treasures from Our Tradition
Lighthouse CD Spotlight
Ocular Communion
Encountering the Poor: Biblical Roots for
Catholic Social Teaching
During the Middle Ages, when the emphasis was on the
people’s unworthiness to receive Holy Communion, people
basically stopped receiving. The priest continued to receive,
because that was mandated for a valid Mass. The whole idea of
Holy Communion as a meal for spiritual nourishment was lost
in favor of the focus on sacrifice. It got to where so few people
participated in receiving Holy Communion that the church put
the Easter Duty law into effect, requiring reception of the
Eucharist at least once a year. Meanwhile the emphasis was on
what is referred to as "ocular communion," or "feasting" on the
sight of the consecrated host when it was elevated at Mass. For
many years this took the place of the actual reception of the
sacrament.
Dr. Timothy Gray is the president of the Augustine Institute
and is a well-known scripture scholar and Catholic speaker.
With his eloquent style and polished delivery, Dr. Gray
expounds upon the
teachings of the Catholic
Church surrounding social
justice in light of sacred
scripture. Discover how
social justice in regards to
the poor is not one small
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entire mosaic of scripture.
CD’s are available in the
Gathering Space for $3.00
each.
Reflecting on God’s Word
Today we hear how Jonah, sent by God to warn the people, storms through the streets of Nineveh, scaring the citizens out of their
wits. And it works! God has a change of heart, seeing "by their actions" how the people turn from evil (Jonah 3:10). A new day
dawns. Next we hear Paul telling the Corinthians, "The world in its present form is passing away" (1 Corinthians 7:31). He calls for
a change of heart. Stopping short of telling them to stop carrying out their everyday activities, he urges them--rather mysteriously--to
live "as though" they aren't doing the things they are doing. A new day has dawned.
Finally, Jesus stands on the shore and cries, "The kingdom of God is at hand!" (Mark 1:14). Simon and Andrew abandon their nets-and even their father--and follow him. A new day had dawned. Everyone has to change when a new day dawns: the Ninevites, the
Corinthians, the apostles, even Jesus! Didn't a new day dawn today for us as well?
TIME IS ALWAYS SHORT
Paul warned the Corinthians, "[T]he time is running out" (1 Corinthians 7:29). In reflective moments, we know time is always short.
There is a story told of a holy Sufi who, asked what grace had brought him, said that he awoke each morning feeling he might not
live till evening. His questioner objected that "everyone" knows that. "Everyone knows it," the Sufi agreed, "but not everyone feels
it." There's a difference between knowing something and feeling it so much that it changes our lives. The people of Nineveh "knew"
all along what God wanted. But it took a Jonah to wake them up, make them feel what that meant, so that they would reform their
actions--not "next year," not "after the kids are grown," not "later"--but now! In the Gospel we see those first disciples immediately
leave boats and nets, even families, to follow Jesus. They not only knew, but they felt, that time was short. The time to act, always,
is now.
"THIS IS THE TIME OF FULFILLMENT"
It's not only that a truck might leap the curb, careen down the sidewalk, and sweep us away. That's possible. But it's also possible
that we walk life's sidewalk, day after day, living as though we are not living, putting our lives off until later. God has placed dreams
in our hearts, but we might not get to them. We put them off. Maybe there's an attitude or a habit we'd like to put aside, knowing
that we'd be better, happier, if we did. Maybe there's a group we'd like to help, a person we'd like to get closer to, a child whose
growing up we would like to share. But we'd have to do something, not merely plan to do it someday. There is no tomorrow, you
know. There really isn't. There's only today, this moment. Time is short. God is not later . . . in the sky . . . if we're good girls and
boys. "This is the time of fulfillment! The kingdom of God is at hand! Repent and believe in the gospel!" (Mark 1:14).
Today's Readings: Jon 3:1-5, 10; Ps 25:4-9; 1 Cor 7:29-31; Mk 1:14-20
Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Company
January 25, 2015
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PARISH NEWS
Our Stewardship of Sharing
Weekly Offering Report
Weekly Offering Contributions ~ January 2015
First Week Offering
9,261
First Week Electronic Giving (1/1-1/6)
8,062
Second Week Offering
8,122
Second Week Electronic (1/7-1/13)
6,482
Third Week Offering
10,486
Third Week Electronic (1/14-1/20)
3,319
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Year to Date Sunday Offering Budget
July 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014
Revenue
$383,644
Budget through December 31
391,420
Over (under) Budget for year
(7,776)
Budgeted Income for January*
$63,411
Amount needed for January offering budget: 17,679
*Budgeted offering income needed to meet monthly budgeted expenses.
Golden Touch Donations 7/1/14-1/20/15
$16,076
Christmas Collection as of 1/20/15
$33,070
Budgeted amount for Christmas
38,000
If you still wish to make a Christmas Donation, offerings
can be made through our online giving program, in the
collection basket, or through the U.S. Mail. See our
website for the online link.
In the Footsteps of John Paul II
A Journey to Poland
10 days — June 16-25, 2015
“They have called him from a distant country, distant but
always so close through the communion in the Christian faith
and tradition…” said Saint Pope John Paul II in his first
speech after his election. I came to serve you from the same
distant country—Poland. I invite you to visit Poland with me
this summer.
Let’s celebrate and deepen our faith by visiting Shrines
and Churches, mountains, and mines in Poland. Let’s be
moved and challenged by the lives of Franciscan Friars and
Sisters, by Saint John Paul II, by Saint Faustina. The music of
Polish Polkas and Chopin’s Mazurkas will have our feet and
spirits dancing. And there is always time for shopping for
beautiful Polish handicrafts. Let’s be off to Poland for a
beautiful experience of mind, spirit, and heart.
Father George Zieba, CR
Preview and information meeting is scheduled for Sunday,
February 1 between 10:00 am and 11:30 am. Stop by
before or after Mass. Travel agents from Viking Travel
will be here to answer your questions. Deposits are
required by February 9.
Church Projects Collection
July 1, 2013 through January 20, 2015
Air Conditioning Goal
Restroom Goal
Parking Lot/Lights
$50,000 Donations
$77,000 Donations
Donations
$25,638
84,133
7,040
Thank you for your continued support of our
ministries to the people of God.
ST. PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL
OPEN HOUSES & REGISTRATION
St. Pius X Parish School cordially invites prospective families
to visit our school on the following Open House dates. At our
Open Houses, you will receive a tour of our school, meet our
outstanding teachers and staff and visit the classrooms. In
addition, each family will receive a packet of information
regarding our school, our wide variety of extra-curricular
activities and registration information.
Sunday, January 25, 2015 – 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Monday, January 26, 2015 – 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Tuesday, January 27, 2015 – 9:30 am to 11:00 am
St. Pius X Parish School offers full day and half day preschool
for three and four year old students. Our unique “flexible”
preschool program allows parents to customize their child’s
preschool schedule. In addition, we have full and half day
kindergarten and two classrooms for each grade level
(first through eighth grade).
Please visit our school website at
www.stpiuslombard.org/school for
additional information.
If you have any questions, please call
630-627-2353 or email
[email protected].
www.stpiuslombard.org
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♫ ♫ Musical Notes ♫ ♫
This Week’s Calendar of Events
Monday-January 26
Grade 8 Sacramental Meeting
Tuesday-January 27
Parish Pastoral Council
Wednesday-January 28
Finance Council
Rosary/Prayer/Benediction
Would you like to sing in choir, but are concerned because you
don't read music? No worries!
6:30 pm
Church
7:00 pm
Parish Office
5:30 pm
8:00 pm
Martha Room
Prayer Chapel
You can now listen online to all of the songs which will be sung
each week at Mass. Just play it online or grab your phone in the
car to listen, and you will be totally prepared to sing at
9:30 am Mass! You can even learn the alto, tenor and bass
parts. Printed music can also be sent to your email each week to
look at while you hear the recordings. All I need is your email
address.
Simply go to
http://www.curriemusicstudio.com/st-pius-x-music.html and
click on the recordings. Then, show up at 8:45 am and find out
how fun it is to sing in the St. Pius X choir. Remember, he who
sings, prays twice!
Here’s your Chance to:
Say Thank You!
Recognize Faces From the Past!
Recount a story!
Mingle with Memories!
Kirsten Currie
[email protected] 630-386-5525 (call or text)
150th Anniversary
The Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate have
served as teachers, principals and with pastoral presence
at St. Pius X since its beginning.
As they celebrate 150 years of their Order, let us also
celebrate with them to say “thank you” for their service,
not only to the St. Pius X Catholic Community but also
to the community at large.
Please join us for the
Celebration of Holy Mass—11:30 am
Sunday, February 8, 2015
Refreshments and Fellowship immediately
following in the Parish Social Center.
Please RSVP to Parish Office: 630-627-4526
or [email protected].
Remember – Celebrate - Embrace
Winter Jam Concert!
On Friday, January 30th, from 4:30-11:45 pm, the youth group
will be going to the annual Winter Jam Concert. The cost is
only $10. The concert features popular Christian artists such as
Skillet, Jeremy Camp, Newsong, Francesca Battistelli,
Building 429, and For King & Country! The cost is only $10.
The concert will be at the Allstate Arena. The cost is only $10.
We'll meet at St. Pius X at 4:30 for carpooling and be back at
the church around 11:45 pm. Did I mention that it's only $10!
Breakfast Club
At youth group, on Monday, February 2, from 6:30-8 pm, bring
your PJs, footies, and long johns to Breakfast Club. There will
be a waffle bar with chocolate chips, whipped cream,
strawberries, syrup, and other delicious toppings to meet all
your waffley needs. Steal the bacon sounds like an appropriate
game to play as well. Doughnut even think of skipping this
breakfast or you'll be toast!
Ladies’ Dine and Unwind Dinner
Ladies—Please join us on February 11 for dinner at the Wheat Café at the College of DuPage. They have raised the price, so the
dinner will cost $35.00. To help the kitchen staff, you need to choose your entrée. See your email for the menu.
We have forms to fill out for the Woman of the Year, so that her name can be announced at the dinner. We have limited seating
(56 women), so get your name on the list NOW!
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From the Desk of the Business Manager
 Footsteps of Saint Pope John Paul II Poland Tour – Preview and information meeting is scheduled for Sunday, February 1
between 10:00 am and 11:30 am. Stop by before or after Mass. Travel agents from Viking Travel will be here to answer your
questions. Deposits are required by February 9. Please deliver reservation form and check made out to Viking Travel Services
to the Parish Office. We will maintain a list of travelers and forward them on to Viking Travel Services.
 Memory Path Bricks – the next brick order will be placed on March 2 for installation by the end of March. Bricks can be
ordered online www.stpiuslombard.org or forms are available at the Parish Office or in the rack between the Mary and Martha
Rooms. If you order online at the parish website, please email wording for brick to [email protected].
 Parking Lot Lighting – an engineer has taken light readings around our campus to help illuminate dark areas. We should have
a proposal shortly. We have learned we will receive a rebate from ComEd when we install LED lighting to replace some of our
incandescent lighting. ComEd has a rebate program for taking incandescent lighting out of service.
God’s Peace, John Matyasik
Baptism Preparation Ministry
Preparation for Baptism is not just the technical details of
the event or a grand theological presentation. Baptism
preparation involves speaking of all the Sacraments and how
they affect your life. Baptism is just the start of the journey of
spiritual life.
We are seeking couples around 30 to 50 years old, who
have children in St. Pius School or Faith Formation or even
beyond who can give the presentation and give witness to the
Catholic family journey. You do not have be the holiest family
at St. Pius, just normal.
Unless there is a holiday, Baptism Preparation is held on
the first Monday of each month. If several couples volunteer
for this ministry, then the commitment may be 3 times per year.
Please contact Dn Larry at 630-629-9234 or
[email protected].
Altar Servers, Extraordinary Ministers, Lectors
Time for the Next Schedule
This is NOT the ordinary announcement.
St. Pius X now has a new ministry scheduler program that is
web based. This means that you will be able to go on-line and
enter your own vacation time, Mass requests, request subs,
accept subs, etc. The new program will also send out reminder
e-mails four (4) days before your scheduled service.
In the next week or so you will be getting an e-mail instructing
you on how to connect to website. The e-mail will include a
link to a training video. There will be training sessions as yet
not scheduled. Wait for further bulletin announcements.
Contact your ministry head if you have any questions.
DINING OUT NIGHT
For the benefit of
St. Pius X School
Thursday, January 29, 2015
5-8 pm
Culvers in Lombard
1155 S. Main Street
630-889-1140
Culver’s of Lombard will donate 10% of the sales attributable to St. Pius X School. If the sales are
equal to or greater than 30% or more of the total sales for the hours of the fundraiser, then Culver’s
will donate 10% of all sales!!!!
*Please present flier when ordering or let them know you are with St. Pius X School.
www.stpiuslombard.org
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MINISTERIO HISPANO
Misa en Español
Sacerdote
Coordinadora de Ministerio Hispano
Coordinador Educación Religiosa
que le dirigía ella, que yo sepa, no. Pero León se refiere a ellas en
sus misivas. Eran relaciones profundas, comprometedoras,
simultáneas o complementarias a sus conversaciones. También, y
mucho más, las de Jesús con los apóstoles. En aquel tiempo, casi
nadie sabía escribir. En el entorno de Jesús, Juan y seguramente
Leví, serían los únicos capaces de leer y escribir. Ni existían tres
correos que se repartieran diariamente, como en tiempos de L.
Bloy, ni los e-mail que ahora nos permiten casi instantáneamente
recibir correos desde próximas o lejanas tierras y ser buzones
abiertos permanentemente.
Sábado 7:00 pm
Fernando Cuevas
Laura Mora
Abraham Rodríguez
Bautizos
1er. Y 3er. Sábado del mes
Matrimonios, Visita a los enfermos, Quinceañeras
e Intenciones de misa
Favor de hablar a la Rectoría para mas información
4.- Al Maestro esto no le importaría, sabía dedicar tiempo
suficiente para compartir con quien a Él se le acercase o le
siguiera. Lo corrobora el encuentro con el intelectual Nicodemo y
9:00 am—1:00 pm
las largas confidencias del Cenáculo que nos trasmite el texto de
1:00 pm—4:00 p.m.
Juan, amén de los posteriores tormentosos de su agonía en el
630-627-4526 X203
huerto de Getsemaní.
[email protected]
La primera enseñanza que debemos sacar hoy es que es preciso
NADA DE WHATSAPP O SEMEJANTES:
entablar una relación personal con el Señor y estar dispuesto a
CONTACTO PERSONAL
escuchar su llamada, de la manera y contenido que sea y
1.- La pasada semana, la liturgia dominical había encabezado la afrontarla con docilidad. Nos exija lo que quiera Él exigirnos. Lo
lectura evangélica que este año será del texto de Marcos,
segundo que aprendemos es que toda elección supone una
incluyendo un relato de Juan, en el que el encuentro de los
renuncia. Seguir a Jesús implicó dejar las redes, su negocio, su
primeros discípulos con el Maestro tenía mucha hondura humana. oficio. Y los Apóstoles fueron capaces de hacerlo.
Recordémoslo de nuevo. Convivieron, Juan y Andrés, con el
Maestro un día en su domicilio, que, dicho sea de paso, ninguno 5.- Yo no sé qué pensáis de la canción “pescador de hombres”
de ellos contó cómo era. El único eco que tuvo, resuena en su
algunos creen que ya está manida, hace poco en la misa papal del
comportamiento posterior: con Él uno se sentía bien. No hay que 12 de diciembre, la escuché muy bien interpretada, y a mí me
olvidar estos detalles, antes de continuar con el relato de hoy.
gusta mucho. Por la orilla del Lago de Genesaret o cruzándolo,
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2.- Todos sabéis, mis queridos jóvenes lectores que hay inventos
que deslumbran y entusiasman y posteriormente se abandonan.
Su vigencia puede ser corta o larga, pero es superada o se vuelve
a anteriores procederes. Estamos viendo que las sencillas
bombillas incandescentes, de filamento de wolframio
incandescente en el vacío, es superada por la que luce en
atmosfera enrarecida de yodo, entre otras mejoras, de las que
llamamos halógenas y de inmediato contemplamos las ya
omnipresentes electrónicas, o las de Led, que van arrinconando a
las anteriores. Sentimos cierta nostalgia por las que inventó T.
Edison y han alumbrado durante tanto tiempo (y aun alumbran
hoy, no se olvide). Pero ¿Quién se acuerda de los cristales de
galena, corazoncito de nuestros primeros receptores de radio
personales? ¿O de los faroles de petróleo que iluminaban
tenuemente nuestros campamentos veraniegos? ¿O de las plumas
estilográficas, que llenaron tantos cuadernos de apuntes? Algunos
de vosotros, seguramente, ni siquiera sabréis de lo qué os estoy
hablando, en algunos casos.
3.- El título de esta mi aportación de hoy, quiere ser provocativo.
No ignoro el valor de los sistemas de comunicación rápidos y
baratos de los que disponéis ahora vosotros, pero temo que no
tengáis en cuenta sus limitaciones. Yo siempre recuerdo el
testimonio de León Bloy, mi gran admirado ogro místico. Vivían
en Paris, se encontraban paseando cada día, él y su enamorada,
pero, posteriormente a este rato, se escribían cartas. Nos han
llegado con el título de “cartas a su novia” las del escritor. Las
en la habitual travesía que el peregrino hace, oigo en mi interior:
“Tú me has mirado a los ojos, sonriendo has dicho mi nombre…”
era algo parecido y lloro emocionado, y le vuelvo a decir sí, que
sí. Pero también me pasa en otros momentos. Hace pocos días iba
yo por una anónima calle muy de mañana. Era Navidad, de
repente, me vino a la mente las palabras de Santa María: “me
alegro en Dios mi salvador…” y también lloré de emoción
contento y me propuse seguirle con más cercanía… Vosotros,
mis queridos jóvenes lectores, también pasaréis por momentos
semejantes. Imitadles y dejando las redes que a vosotros os
atrapen, proponeos seguirle, no lo dudéis.
5.- La segunda lectura, el texto de San Pablo a los de Corinto, no
tiene desperdicio si sabemos referir el contenido a nuestro
contexto. En vez de los ejemplos que el apóstol pone, traducidlos
a realidades vuestras, como inquietudes y pertenencias a
corrientes políticas, a adhesiones a deportes o sus clubes, a cursos
y cursillos a los que tan aficionados son los de hoy, con el deseo
de que amplíen acudiendo a ellos sus porvenires profesionales,
Adherirse a estos valores, positivos sin duda, pero limitados, con
la intensidad que solo exigen los supremos, dificulta mucho el
progreso en la Fe, la Esperanza y la Caridad. Al acabar una
manifestación multitudinaria ¿se os ocurre entrar en una iglesia a
rezar fervorosamente? Es un ejemplo de termómetro espiritual
que os podéis aplicar.
Por Pedrojosé Ynaraja
January 25, 2015
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DEANERY AND DIOCESAN NEWS
Diocesan Job Opportunities
Coordinator of Junior High Youth Ministry
St. Anne Parish, Oswego, IL is seeking a full time Coordinator of
Junior High Youth Ministry, under and with the guidance of the
Director of Religious Education, to coordinate, implement,
supervise and evaluate a comprehensive religious education
program including catechesis, spiritual growth, sacramental
preparation for Confirmation, social activities, and service
opportunities for the junior high youth registered in St. Anne Parish,
6th through 8th grade. The Junior High Youth Minister is to organize
and coordinate with the Director of Religious Education and the
High School Youth Minister, a ministry that will provide a transition
from junior high religious education to high school youth ministry.
Director of Young Adult and Youth Ministry
The Director of Young Adult and Youth Ministry supervises and
participates in the diocesan efforts for ministry to and with young
adults, college students, youth and the various staff and
volunteers who assist with these ministries from the parishes and
schools in the Diocese of Joliet.
A Master’s degree in theology, pastoral ministry or related field
preferred with training and experience in the related ministry area
required. Two years of diocesan or three years of parish/campus
experience required. Communication and presentation skills are
important. Specialized knowledge and experience in technology
(website management, etc.) may strengthen consideration. Must
be a practicing Catholic. Bilingual in Spanish and English is a
The candidate must meet the following requirements:
plus. To view a full job description visit
· Practicing Catholic who understands and supports the
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, and who acts as an www.dioceseofjoliet.org/hr. Candidates meeting the necessary
qualifications please email a cover letter, resume and salary
example and serves as role model in their personal life.
requirement to: [email protected].
· Degree in Youth Ministry, Religious Education, or other
related field is strongly preferred.
· Experience working/volunteering with junior high youth and
proficiency in relating to and working cooperatively with
Catholic School Teaching Ministry Opportunities
It is anticipated that 100-125 teaching positions and 5-7
adults and adolescents.
administrative positions will be available in Diocese of Joliet
· Sense of God’s call to this ministry and the desire to carry
Catholic Elementary and High Schools during the coming
out the ministry in humble service to the parish.
(2015-16) school year. Teachers in the Diocese of Joliet are
· Proven skills in communication, teaching, program
required to hold current Illinois Professional Educator Licenses,
administration, and interaction with others.
while substitute teachers must have current Illinois Substitute
· Strength in administrative and organizational skills, and in
Licensure. December college graduates and all individuals who
recruiting and managing volunteers.
are interested in pursuing these positions are encouraged to apply
· Proven ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
as soon as possible online at: www.applitrack.com/
· Basic computer skills, including MS Word and Outlook, in
addition to experience with and good understanding of social dioceseofjoliet/onlineapp/
Thank you for your interest in pursuing an instructional career in
media and the use of current technology to evangelize.
the Diocese of Joliet, where “We TEACH More.”
· Availability days, evenings, and weekends as the position
requires.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to
[email protected]
The 2015 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal — “Extending God’s Mercy”
Bishop Conlon’s mailing asking for a pledge to the 2015
Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA) is in the hands of
many of our parishioners. If you have received the mailing,
please respond as soon as possible. If you have not received it,
please contact our parish office at 630-627-4526.
We are called by the Gospel to be a light unto others. By
showing mercy to those in need, by helping build the kingdom of
God in our own parish and our own diocese, we are a like the
morning light. Please shine bright by making a generous gift to
the CMAA.
This year, the theme of the Appeal is “Extending God’s Mercy.”
Pope Francis recently said that Mercy “goes beyond in such a
way that sin is put to the side. It is like heaven. We look at the
sky, there are many, many stars; but when the sun rises in the
morning, the light is such that we can’t see the stars. God’s
mercy is like that: a great light of love and tenderness.”
The CMAA funds the mission and ministries of our diocese. It
also funds services that are of great help to the ministries here in
our parish. Please answer the bishop’s request and make a
generous pledge. All pledges can be paid in 10 installments.
Thank you in advance for your support.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Mayslake Ministries Programs
A Retreat Program Exclusively for First Responders
Journeying Through Lent with St. John of the Cross
Do you find God's presence in the daily work of law
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the fire service? You are forced by the nature of your profession
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Join us for an evening of confidential sharing and reflection as we
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As we begin this Lenten season of renewal, we will journey with
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