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The St. Francis of Assisi community is a welcoming Christian family. We believe in Jesus Christ and are guided by the Holy Spirit and the example of St. Francis. We gather to celebrate, to grow in the knowledge of our faith rooted in the Catholic tradition, and to recognize our responsibility to reach out to the world.

Pastor’s Morsels & Tidbits

Gaudete Sunday Gaudete is Latin for “Rejoice!” The church tells us to rejoice, but not in a be-happy-on-demand kind of way. Advent gives you a reason to be joyful, as you are when you know that someone who deeply loves you is on her or his way. It is anticipation; it is hope that comes from trusting that the promises of God will be fulfilled. Is there a promise you need to fulfill, someone who is waiting for your visit, a phone call, a letter? Don’t wait until Christmas to bring someone joy—not with a material gift, but with a simple reminder that God is good. Do Miracles still happen? “The blind regain their sight, the lame walk, lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear”—all well and good for biblical times, but what about now? Some people say they can’t embrace biblical faith because miracles seem so irrational. Others believe precisely because of the “proof” miracles pro-vide. Neither position would make sense to biblical people, who viewed all natural phenomena as God’s personal activity. Hebrew scripture doesn’t use the word miracle but speaks of signs, wonders, and mighty deeds that demonstrate God’s authority in the universe. The New Testament uses Greek words for these same concepts. Theologians handle the subject of miracles a little differently. They view the miraculous as an aspect of divine revelation and name three foundational miracles by which all other claims must be tested: Creation, Exodus, and Resurrection. Would they say miracles have occurred since the time of Jesus? Emphati-cally yes. The signs of God’s power to save and transform us and our world are all around us—for those with eyes to see. St Agatha Tree As you come to the church this weekend you can see all the gifts for St Aga-tha Tree. I am so pleased to see such a generosity. I would like to acknowledge all, who took time from their busy schedule, to think and shop for those in need. Thank you and God bless. Advent Reconciliation One of the great ways of preparing yourself spiritually for Christmas is the experience of God’s love and mercy through the sacrament of Reconcilia-tion. Join us on Monday Dec. 17th at 7:30pm for our Communal Reconcilia-tion Service.

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THIS WEEK AT ST. FRANCIS

Monday, December 17 ♦ Communal Reconciliation, 7:30 pm (CH) Tuesday, December 18 ♦ Religious Ed, Grades 1-8, 4:30 pm (SFC) ♦ Focus Meeting, 7:00 pm (NR) ♦ Religious Ed, Grades 4-8, 7:00 pm (SFC) Wednesday, December 19 ♦ OA Meeting, 9:30 am (GR) ♦ Religious Ed (B), Grades 1-8, 4:30 pm (SFC) Thursday, December 20 ♦ Christmas Play Practice, as assigned, 6:00 pm

(CH) ♦ St. Vincent de Paul, 7:00 pm (NR) Friday, December 21 ♦ A.A. 7:30 pm (NR) Sunday, December 23 Third Sunday of Advent ♦ RCIA, 11:00 am (NR)

CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH (CRHP) 30 HOUR EXPERIENCE:

MEN'S CRHP - FEB. 16 & 17, 2019

WOMEN'S CRHP - MARCH 2 & 3, 2019

Please pray for the men and women that God is nudging to come to this awesome experience of prayer, renewal, community and deepening one's

relationship with Jesus!

IS GOD NUDGING YOU?????

Monday, December 17th

SAVE THE DATE Polish Dinner Dance

February 9, 2019 WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE INFO

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St. Francis Book Club

NOTE: The Book Club will NOT meet in December.

The next meeting dates are:

January 15, 2019 to discuss

“The Kennedy Debutant” by Kerri Maher and

February 19, 2019 to discuss “Educated” by Tara Westover

1:00 pm in the Niehaus Room

All are welcome!

The most precious and invaluable gift you can give is the gift of your time and undivided at-tention. Being part of our PADS team allows you to win on both accounts: serving those in need AND gifting yourself the joy you will experi-ence in serving others. The time you commit is up to YOU. Volunteer once or serve as many times as you want. There are many ways in which to support our parish commitment to DuPage PADS: Assist in the planning and preparation of din-ner: 3 - 4 hours. Place: Upton Hall Accompany and guide a team of teens: 5 hours. Place: The Chapel in Hinsdale 2019 dates: Jan. 4, Feb. 1, Mar. 1, Apr. 5.

BUNCO RETURNS

WHEN: 2ND AND 4TH THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH BEGINNING JANUARY 10 & 24 TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 pm WHERE: GREAT ROOM WHAT: INFORMAL BUNCO

SFA PARISH WILL PROVIDE DICE AND SCORE CARDS

YOU BRING A SNACK TO SHARE AND A DESIRE TO HAVE FUN

Join the “Night Owls” - provide overnight monitoring. Place: The Chapel in Hinsdale: Three - 3 hour shifts: • 8:15 pm - Midnight - January 4, February

1, March 1, April 5 • 11:45 pm - 3:00 am - January 4/5, Febru-

ary 2, March 2, April 6 • 2:45 am - 6:00 am - January 5, February

2, March 2, April 6 Please email dburzinski@comcast.net or call/text 312-519-8773. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Debbie Burzinski, Teen Outreach Volunteer

The perfect gift - give of yourself!

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“To couples who cannot have children of their own, you are no less loved by God; your love for each other is complete and fruitful when it is open to others.”

Pope Saint John Paul II, February 13, 1982 Homily. ©

1982 Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used with permission. www.goo.gl/jLDs4e

St. Francis Religious Education Volunteers Needed

Catechists are needed for the following grades:

Wed [A] - Grade 4 - 4:30-6:00 pm Thurs - Grade 7 - 4:30-6:00 pm

Wed [B] - Grade 7– 4:30-6:00 pm

We provide all lesson plans and materials.

Please consider sharing your faith, your time and your talents with the children of St Francis.

Registration Due: December 16, 2018

- $25.00 Per Player: Includes Team Shirt - Fee waived if parents coach or referee. - All Games are on Thursday nights - Games start Thurs., January 10, 2019

The SFA Wolves play in the sports league of the Southwest Suburban Youth Ministry Associa-tion which is formed for the purpose of providing an opportunity that wel-comes high school teens to come togeth-er with other area high school teens for healthy competition that encourages a spirit of Christian sports ethics and builds community.”

Next PADS Service Trip on 1/4/19

SFA Wolves Volleyball ♥ Open to all high school students male

and female freshmen through seniors of all skill levels.

♥ Games Played at Our Lady of the Woods, St. Michaels, and St. Eliza-beth Seton

♥ Playing time equal for everyone ♥ Prayer before every game ♥ End of season tournament with cash

prize for team to donate to charity.

Join St. Francis Wolves Volleyball and play for charity

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S A V E T H E

D A T E!

O P E N H O U S E FOR NEW FAMILIES/NEW STUDENTS

COME AND VISIT YOUR TWICE-AWARDED BLUE RIBBON PARISH SCHOOL!

3- and 4-year old Pre-K through 8th Grade

Sunday, January 27, 2019 1:00pm -- 3:00pm

Kindergarten (full day) Presentation at 1:15pm 3- and 4-year old Pre-K (full day and half day)

Presentation at 2:00pm

All Grade Levels (PK-8th Grade) – Tours and Opportunities to Speak with Teachers

… Plus Visit and Shop the BOOK

FAIR!!

Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School

9250 West 167th Street, Orland Hills, IL 60487

We are a twice-recognized Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon

School of Excellence

For more information, visit www.cjbschool.org or email Mrs. Cynthia Devlin at

cdevlin@cjbschool.org or telephone 708-403-6525, extension 127

2019 Teen Mission Trip to St. Louis, MO

July 7-13

This summer, we gather to celebrate our call to be RADIANT followers of Christ. We will love as He loved, serve as He served, and boldly put our faith into action. James 1:22 re-minds us that we are to be “doers of the word and not merely hearers.” By letting our light shine bright and being witnesses for Christ. We recognize that we are designed in His im-age and, as a result, equipped for greatness. We are called to illuminate our Catholic faith in our lives and the lives of others through our words and deeds. Each of us can be a source of light to a darkened world when we lead with love and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, for He assured us in John 8:12 when He said, “I am the light of the world, He who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” With these words at heart, we invite you to join Catholic Heart Workcamp in our mission to serve with radiant spirits as we embrace the exciting truth that we are…

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The Compassionate Friends is a self-help organization offering friendship, understand, and hope to bereaved families who have ex-perienced the death of a child of any age. The mission of The Compassionate Friends is “When a child dies, at any age, the family suffers intense pain and may feel hopeless and isolated.” The Compassionate Friends provides high-ly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter. If you are interested in finding out more about this organization and a chapter nearby visit www.compassionatefriends.org or contact The Compassionate Friends, PO Box 3696, Oak Brook, IL 60522 or Toll-Free: 877.969-0010.

Simbang Gabi 2018 Southwest Fil-Am

Catholic Community Ihanda Ang Inyong Puso!

Simbang Gabi is a Filipino Catholic Novena-

Tradition which celebrates a series of Nine Advent Evening Masses, that are meant to help Filipino-

Americans and other Catholics in the area intensify their Spiritual preparation for the grace-filled Cele-bration of Christmas. The nine Parish Hosts invite,

persuade & inspire their Parishioners, families & friends to attend Simbang Gabi Mass each night.

Prepare your heart for the coming of our

savior, Jesus Christ!

Sunday, Dec. 16 7:00 PM

St. Damian Parish, 5300 W. 155th St., Oak Forest, IL 60452

Monday, Dec. 17 7:00 PM

St. Michael Parish, 14327 Highland Ave., Orland Park 60462

Tuesday, Dec. 18 7:00 PM

St. Fabian Parish, 8300 Thomas Drive, Bridgeview, IL 60455

Wednesday, Dec. 19 7:00 PM

St. Julie Billiart Parish, 7399 W. 159th St., Tinley Park, IL 60477

Thursday, Dec. 20 7:00 PM

St. Albert the Great Parish, 8000 Linder Ave., Burbank, IL 60459

Friday, Dec. 21 7:00 PM

St. Germaine Parish, 4240 W. 98th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Saturday, Dec. 22 5:00 PM

St. Ireneaus Parish, 78 Cherry St., Park Forest, IL 60466

Sunday, Dec. 23 7:00 PM

St. Elizabeth Seton, 9300 167th St., Orland Hills, IL 60487

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proscribed readings. On the few Sun-days, when there is a designated feast, they may also use that feast as their topic. The expecta-tion is that the priest /deacon preach a homily that “Opens Gods’ Word” and connects that Word to the life and experiences of the congregation. The liturgical year of the Church has three perspectives: Advent/Christmas; Lent/Easter; Ordi-nary time. The Litur-gical Year begins with the first Sunday of Advent; but since the heart of our faith is the Resurrection, so the center of our liturgical year is Easter and the com-memoration of those particular events in the life of Jesus. The determination of the Easter date changes yearly. Easter is celebrated the first Sunday af-

Adult Faith Formation AROUND FOR AWHILE By, Fr. Ed Upton

On this third Sunday of Advent, I will change focus from my reflec-tions on Mass attend-ance to respond to some questions / con-cerns people have suggested. The first: How are the readings used at Sunday and Weekday Mass deter-mined? Some background may be helpful. The Sunday readings are determined by the Church; as part of an established Liturgical calendar. The priest or deacon is expected to preach at every Sunday and Holy Day Mass. They are not free to select readings they might prefer; but are obligated to reflect on the assigned readings. They are free to use all three readings as the basis for their preaching but are not required to do so. However, they must use at least one of the

ter the first full moon occurring on or after the March equinox. (I am glad others deter-mine this date and I don’t have to figure it out). Because this date is flexible, all the events connected with Jesus, preceding his Resurrection, are al-so flexible. Conse-quently, Ash Wednes-day thru to Pentecost are determined by the Easter date; this entire liturgical period is the Lent/ Easter Season. The other major Litur-gical season is Advent/Christmas. We do not know the precise day of Jesus birth, howev-er for centuries De-cember 25th has been used. It is the begin-ning of longer days –a fitting remembrance since Jesus is the light. The fourth Sun-day of Advent is the Sunday immediately before Christmas; so the other three Advent dates are determined using this timing. The Christmas season con-cludes with the feast of

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REJOICE! Copyright © J.S. Paluch Co.

Today has traditionally been called “Gaudete Sunday.” The Latin tag is derived from Paul’s appeal in the second reading to “rejoice al-ways in the Lord,” and the Latin Mass text based on that reading. The irony and paradox of this Christian joy is underlined by the fact that Paul wrote those words in prison. But from there he could see the progress of God’s work. Is it obvious to us? We feel that this is not the time for joy when

there is so much suffering and moral evil. It is interesting, then, that the first reading is from the prophet Zephaniah, who is almost exclu-sively concerned with gloomy visions of Judgment Day. Today the Church selects the only opti-mistic text in Zepha-niah, in which the prophet has been touched by the spirit of joy. This, we are as-sured on all sides, is

St. John the Baptist, second Sunday of January. The remaining time that is not the Advent / Christmas; Lent /Easter seasons is called Ordinary time. All the readings are found in a lectionary – not a complete Bible, but a liturgical book where specific biblical passages, taken from the Bible, are gathered for use in the Liturgy. On Sundays and Holy Days, we read three scripture passages – the first usually from the Old Testament; the second from the New Testament and the third from the Gospels.

A psalm, called a responsorial psalm, is sung/read be-tween the first and second readings. There are three cy-cles used for Sun-day readings, simply named A, B, C, read in three year cycles. This three year cy-cle provides a com-pressive exposure to scripture. In year A, the Gospel read-ings focus on Mat-thew, B, Mark and C, Luke. John is read in all three cy-cles during the East-er season. The first reading taken from the Old Testament is selected on a theme found in the

Gospel. The second reading is from the New Testament and is read a semi continu-ous cycle and not spe-cifically connected to the 1st reading or the Gospel. These read-ings are conformed to the liturgical seasons. The weekday readings are also found in a lectionary and are read in a two year cy-cle, year 1 (odd num-ber years) year 2 (even). Since the first Sunday of Advent is the begin-ning of the Church year, these cycles be-gan at this time.

“the season of joy.” Let us recapture that feel-ing of joy in our lives and reflect it to those who are joyless.

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Now taking 2019/2020 Mass Intentions in Parish Office St. Francis of Assisi Parish is now receiving re-quests for specific intentions at Masses for 2019 and 2020. The Mass is the Church’s prayer at which all our needs and hopes and thanksgivings are lifted to God. Mass intentions refer to the particular pur-pose for which a specific Mass is offered. A Mass intention means that the Eucharistic sacrifice is offered for some person(s) living or dead – in memory of someone who has died, a special need, a celebration, or a specific occasion in life. To reserve a Mass Intention, please contact the parish office Monday-Friday, or stop at Parish Office after a weekend Mass. Intentions are generally limited to three per week-day Mass, and five per weekend Mass. The In-tention is generally announced during the Pray-ers of the Faithful and listed in the parish bulletin.

Training for Liturgical Ministers is coming in January at St. Michael Parish, 14327 Highland Ave.,

Orland Park , IL 60462

Training for New Extraordinary Ministers Part 1 - Tuesday, January 15th

7-9:00 PM

Part 2 - Tuesday, January 22nd 7-9:30 PM

Training for New Lectors

Part 1 - Tuesday, January 15th 7-9:00 PM

Part 2 - Tuesday, January 29th 7-9:30 PM

To register, call or email Pat Chuchla, Pastoral

Associate, at 708-873-4652 or pchuchla@saintmike.com Please provide name,

email address & phone number.

You must attend Part 1 & 2 to become certified. Part 1 is the same for both Lectors and

Eucharistic Ministers and focuses on the theology of Ministry and the Eucharist.

Part 2 is specific to each ministry.

Co-Sponsored by Vicariate V Ministry Commission.

Years ago, the trick question on religion quizzes would be to name all the liturgical colors, or the colors of the vestments worn at Mass. Rose is a color seldom seen, used at most two days a year. Today, “Gaudete Sunday,” is one of those days. The name of the day is drawn from an opening verse in the old Latin Mass texts: Gaudete is Latin for “Rejoice!” This year’s Gospel certainly reflects that mood as Elizabeth feels her infant within her leaping for joy at the presence of Mary. Mary’s visit to her aged cousin is an act of compassion between women, as two kinswomen who are bearing children into the world share their joy. Some churches retain the custom of having the priest wear rose vestments today, and many will use a rose candle in the Advent wreath. Violet is the official color for Advent and Lent, but many parishes employ different hues for each season,

trying to keep them distinct. In medieval times, dye was costly, and poor par-ishes used unornamented plain cloth for vest-ments. Dyes were expensive and some colors, particularly purple, difficult to achieve. In England, purple dye was made from mollusks, yielding at best a deep indigo or blue and not the desired violet. Thus, the color of Advent in the British Isles has long been a deep blue, reminding many people of Mary’s presence at the heart of the Advent mys-tery. That theology is largely unplanned: it’s all because of the clams!

Treasures from our Tradition, by James Field, Copyright © J.S. Paluch, Co.

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Mary Budz Joseph Carone

Tom Cebula John Coyle Bob Dytrych Lisa Enguita

Denis Fellman Madelon Lorden Bernie McErlean Denny Niswonger Mary Oleszkiewicz Giovanna Picciolini

Beth Pratt Rose Prohaska Marguerite Rix Louis Tassone

Please pray for all who are sick and in need of healing,

especially:

Ruth Crocono

Erv

Erdman

Loretta Mayer

Edward Olbrecht

Readings for the Week

Monday: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Ps 72:1-4ab, 7-8, 17; Mt 1:1-17

Tuesday: Jer 23:5-8; Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19; Mt 1:18-25

Wednesday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17; Lk 1:5-25

Thursday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-6; Lk 1:26-38

Friday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21; Lk 1:39-45

Saturday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lk 1:46-56

Sunday: Mi 5:1-4a; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19; Heb 10:5-10; Lk 1:39-45

Saturday, December 15 5:15 PM Mary Bernadette McNeela, rq. by Annette Olson & Cathy O’Connor and Paul Marr, rq. by George & Carol Buckner and Jean Hornick, rq. by St. Francis Parish Staff and Josephine Zbos, rq. by John & Virginia Zbos and Michael Weber, rq. by Bobbi Mangan Sunday, December 16 - Third Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM Joe Sankey, rq. by John & Virginia Zbos and Joseph N. Scariano, rq. by Rita Killoren and Annie Sanflippo, rq. by Brindza Family and Lois Lungaro, rq. by Dave & Mary Burns 9:00 AM Stanley Pytel, rq. by Pytel Family and John Duda, rq. by Liptak Family and Collin D. & Marg C. Gray, rq. by Collin & Denise A. Gray 10:30AM People of St. Francis of Assisi 12:00 PM Edward Valek, rq. by Mary Kay Touhy and George Hellmann, rq. by Daughters and Theodore Topolski, Jr., rq. by Topolski Family and Michael Osness, rq. by William Gillooley and in celebration of First Birthday for Hubert Karpiel and deceased members of Ciezczak-Kruczak Family Monday, December 17 7:45 AM Michael Grekowicz, rq. by Mark & Cindy Bennecke Tuesday, December 18 7:45 AM Joyce March, rq. by Joseph March Wednesday, December 19 7:45 AM John Bomba, rq. by Family Thursday, December 20 7:45 AM People of St. Francis Friday, December 21 7:45 AM People of St. Francis Saturday, December 22 5:15 PM David & Gary Catalanello, rq. by Marilyn Catalanello and Jean Hornick, rq. by Mike & Marje Curran and David Crisham, rq. by Al & Ellen Dudycha and John Zbos, Sr., rq. by John & Virginia Zbos and Eric Zielinski, rq. by Bobbi Mangan Sunday, December 23 - Fourth Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM Alexander & Bernice Dillon, rq. by Collin & Denise A. Gray and Lawrence Rupcich, rq. by Hayes, Lavelle & Morris Families and Patricia Crisanti, rq. by Crisanti Kurcz families and Bill & Anrita Owens, rq. by Dave & Mary Burns 9:00 AM Schweiger & Norris Families, rq. by Family and Thomas Zinkus, rq. by Bonaminio Family and Joe Sankey, rq. by Frank & Cindy Kane 10:30AM People of St. Francis 12:00 PM Mary Dubczuk, rq. by Sharon Tyk and Charline Linne, rq. by Pat & Him Hasier and Vince Crivel-lone, rq. by Jim, Carmen and Anna Walsh and In Thanksgiving for God’s Blessing, rq. by Ciezczak Family

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12/09/18 Year to Date

Budgeted $ 23,480.00 $ 563,520.00

Collected $ 24,292.00 $ 562,959.00

Net $ 812.00 ($ 561.00)

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Go to our website, www.sfaorland.org and press the “Donate Now”

button or www.sfaorland.org

and press the “Donate Now” button.

You can also use the yel-low form in your envelope packet or call the office to

sign up: 708-460-0042

Please visit the Saint Francis Liturgical Minister Web Terminal for the most up to date schedule or to volunteer.

December 22 5:15 PM

December 23 7:30 AM

December 23 9:00 AM

December 23 10:30 AM

December 23 12:00 PM

Presider Rev. Artur Sowa Rev. Artur Sowa Rev. Artur Sowa Rev. Ed Upton Rev. Ed Upton

Deacon VOLUNTEER NOW Mike Kiley Michael Pindelski Michael Pindelski John Donahue

Sacristan Elaine Erdman Cynthia Bennecke Betty Kameron Marjorie Curran Adrianne Wieczorek

Lector Robert Thies (1) Jerri LaRoche (2)

Gabby Bach (1) (sub requested) Gerald Saletta (2)

Debbie Lipien (1) Rachel Weber (2)

Lynn Pajon (1) Greg Moe (2)

Tina Governale (1) Diania Kufta (2)

Eucharistic Minister

Victoria Carlo Ann Czarny Elaine Erdman Richard Klein Diane McErlean Janet Modelski debi Ross Rev. Artur Sowa Martin Terpstra Susan Vari Tricia Vidinich (sub requested) John Wator

Kathleen Boland Michael Doyle Patricia Doyle Daniel Faxel Gael Gensler Patricia Goldberg Mike Kiley Lorraine Martenson Sharon McCaffrey Rev. Artur Sowa

Steve Alessi Betty Devine James Dykas Patricia Flynn Joan Giorgetti Rosemary Januszyk Betty Kameron Michael Pindelski Terry Reger Rev. Artur Sowa David Trzesniewski Mary Vaas

Mark Behncke Kathleen Biederman Michael Curran Maureen Harton Rob Klein Regina Knapp Karen Koehler Sharon Moe Cynthia Patrick Peter Piazza Michael Pindelski Rev. Ed Upton

Beth Bruozis Diane Budz John Donahue Robert Long Frank J. Perino Mary Beth Pratt Margaret Sabadosa Rev. Ed Upton Adrienne Wieczorek Thomas Wieczorek

Altar Server

Matthew Gaspardo (sub requested) Aaron Vales Ronan Vales

Erin Conway Moira Conway Erin O'Connor

Brett Laird Ryan Reid (sub requested) Erica Winjum (sub requested)

Anna Bianco Patrick Curran Julia Malysz

Cecilia Kane Josh Kane Ryan Kane

Usher

Cathy Arzbaecher (HU) James Arzbaecher Richard Roberts Alice Rzeszutko Richard Rzeszutko Renee Farrell

Jeffrey Belski (HU) Paula Belski Cynthia Bennecke James Pedersen

Wayne Kameron (HU) Nancy Sullivan Brian Whiteford Peter Walsh Greg Gervais Oriano Pagnucci

John Glass (HU) James Ward Janet Fifer Gregory Fifer Janice Ota (sub requested) Richard Bonetti

Don (David) Hodson (HU) Rosalie Hodson Mike Olk VOLUNTEER NOW VOLUNTEER NOW VOLUNTEER NOW

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St. Francis of Assisi Parish Community

The Parish offices are located in the lower level of the church. Entrance is via the walkway at the west side of the church building. Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday. Evenings and weekends are by appointment. The Chapel is located at the northeast corner of the Church. ADMINISTRATION Phone: 460-0042, Fax: 460-0136 Office Manager: Paula Belski (pbelski@sfaorland.org) Director of Facilities & Operations: Jim Hahn (jhahn@...) Parish Accountant: Kathleen Biederman (kbiederman@...) Receptionists: Marje Curran (mcurran@sfaorland.org) & Ann Carroll (acarroll@...) Comm. Coordinator: Allison Domenick (adomenick@...) Facilities Maintenance: Monika Czajczyk, Greg Gervais P.T./Weekend Maintenance: Eric Franklin, Michael Higgins, Kevin Moe, Ryan Reid Bulletin Editor: Jill Hickey Topf (bulletin@...) MUSIC Phone: 460-9831 Director: Leanne Stoterau (music@sfaorland.org) Accompanist: James Draudt Children's Choir Co-Director: Anne Hayes Religious Education Cantor: Angela Reynolds (remusic@...) Cantor for Parish Funerals, Weddings: Gina Vitucci

YOUTH MINISTRY Phone: 708-460-0042 Youth Minister: Matt Toohill (sfyg@sfaorland.org) The Religious Ed offices are located in the St. Francis Center, up the hill, west of the church. Religious Ed office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The Religious Ed offices are closed on Fridays. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 15010 Wolf Rd., Orland Park, IL 60462 Phone: 460-0155, Fax: 460-5086 Dir.: Mary Kay Burberry, ext. 240 (mkburberry@sfaorland.org) Coordinator: Jackie O’Malley, ext. 242 (jomalley@...) Office Manager: Maureen Krzyminski, ext. 244 (mkrzyminski@...) CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN (CJB) SCHOOL 9250 W 167th St, Orland Hills, IL 60487 Phone: 708-403-6525 Principal: Mary Iannucilli Web page: www.cjbschool.org

15050 South Wolf Road, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-3028 Website: http://www.sfaorland.org Parish office e-mail: parishoffice@sfaorland.org Parish phone: 708-460-0042

MASS SCHEDULE: SATURDAY - 5:15 PM; SUNDAY - 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, 12:00

and MONDAY - FRIDAY at 7:45 AM

REGISTRATION Become a registered member of the parish by completing a registration form which is found in Church. BECOME A CATHOLIC - R.C.I.A. The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Anyone interested in becoming a Catholic, please contact the parish office at 460-0042. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Baptisms usually take place on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month at 1:30 pm. Prior to the Baptism, parents need to call the office to make arrangements. A baptismal conference will be set up with the parents. CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Our elementary Catholic regional school is located on the campus of St. Elizabeth Seton parish at 167th and 94th Ave. For registration information, contact the school at 708-403-6525. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Sessions are held on alternating Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays for Grades K-8, and on Saturdays for Grades 1-8, at the St. Francis Center (on the hill). Grades K-4 meet from 4:30 to 6:00 pm and grades 4-8 meet from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Saturday sessions meet from 8:30—10:00 am. Children's Liturgy of the Word meets on Sundays during the 9 & 10:30 am masses for children 4-years-old to 4th grade, September-April. Call 708-460-0155 for more information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Communal celebration of the Sacrament will be held during Advent and Lent. Individual confessions are heard on Saturdays at 11:30-12:00. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Weddings need to be scheduled at least four to six months in advance upon approval of a priest. Couples are reminded to secure the church date before the reception hall. Please check our website for more details. SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK Anointing is celebrated every Monday, immediately after the 7:45 am Mass. Those of advanced age or suffering from a chronic or serious illness are invited to be anointed. A priest is available to offer the Sacrament whether the ill person is at home or in the hospital. Please call 460-0042.

REV. ARTUR SOWA, Pastor (asowa@sfaorland.org)

REV. EDWARD F. UPTON, Pastor Emeritus (edfupton@aol.com)

SR. GAEL GENSLER, OSF, Pastoral Associate (ggensler@sfaorland.org)

DEACON DANIEL CARROLL, Permanent Deacon (dcarroll@sfaorland.org)

DEACON JOHN DONAHUE, Permanent Deacon (jdonahue@sfaorland.org)

DEACON MICHAEL KILEY, Permanent Deacon (mkiley@sfaorland.org)

DEACON MICHAEL J. PINDELSKI, Permanent Deacon (mpindelski@sfaorland.org)