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CATHOLIC PARISH AND SCHOOL
CATHOLIC PARISH AND SCHOOL
Volume 19 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME August 4, 2019
Dear Parishioners of Divine Infant Jesus and Divine Providence, During these summer months and with school starting right around the corner, the parish staff at both locations is hard at work with the unification of the “Divines”. Below are the changes that have been implemented so far. WEEKDAY Masses Divine Providence – 8:00am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Divine Infant Jesus – 8:00am Thursday, Friday, Saturday WEEKEND Masses Divine Providence – 4:00pm Mass of Anticipation Divine Infant Jesus – 5:00pm Mass of Anticipation SUNDAY Masses Divine Providence - 8:30am Divine Infant Jesus - 10:00am CONFESSIONS Divine Providence - Tues. after 8:00am Mass Divine Infant Jesus - Sat. after 8:00am Mass Please call the office to schedule a private confession. ADORATION Adoration will be held on the 1st Friday of the Month in the Divine Providence Ministry Center Chapel from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Please join us after 8:00am Mass at Divine Infant. DEVOTION TO ST. PEREGRINE 2nd Monday of each month after 8:00am Mass. HOLY DAYS Holy Day Mass times will be listed on the monthly calendar, announced at Mass and published in the bulletin. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mother is on August 15th. We will have an anticipated Mass at Divine Providence on Wednesday, August 14th at 7:00pm and on the Holy Day, Thursday, August 15th at 8:00am at Divine Infant Jesus.
RENEW MY CHURCH UPDATE The Naming Committee is busy tallying the “Naming Cards” that were submitted the past 2 weekends. Your involvement has been and will continue to be an important part of the unification. Once they are done tabulating, the committee will provide the parish with the top 3 choices. Parishioners of both churches are deeply devoted to the name on the cornerstone of each church so we would like to include another choice for the final round; DIVINE INFANT and PROVIDENCE, please let us know if you would like this name included. On Saturday, October 5th at 4:00pm at Divine Providence we will celebrate a special Unity Mass in recognition of our new Parish. Mass will be followed by hospitality. We are seeking volunteers to plan the Mass and post Mass activities. Please contact John Maher our Operations Director at 708-562-3364 (Ext. 15) or at [email protected], if you are interested in volunteering for this special event. Your participation is greatly appreciated. Due to the Unity Mass, the 5:00pm Mass at Divine Infant Jesus will be cancelled on October 5th. In addition, a small devoted group of parishioners are diligently working on the Renew My Church activities. We are hoping to increase our team and would greatly appreciate your participation. Please call John at the rectory if you would like to become more involved in the unification of the new Parish. Once again, we ask for your patience and understanding as we brave the waters of this journey. Change is not easy; however, working together building our new parish will bring us to a closer and deeper relationship with God and with each other.
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Parish Calendar of Events
DP = DIVINE PROVIDENCE DI = DIVINE INFANT JESUS
Monday, August 5–8:00am Mass – DP
Tuesday, August 6–8:00am Mass – DP Confessions-Divine Providence following 8:00am Mass
Wed., August 7–8:00am Mass – DP Tai Chi Chuan 4:30-5:00pm (CN)
Thursday, August 8–8:00am Mass – DI Women of Providence~Quilters 9:00am-12:00pm (MC) Friday, August 9–8:00am Mass – DI
Saturday, August 10–8:00am Mass – DI Confessions-Divine Infant Jesus following 8:00am Mass 4:00pm - Anticipated Mass at DP Manna Shopping Certificates available after Mass at DP
5:00pm - Anticipated Mass – DI
Sunday, August 11–Masses – DP and DI 8:30am - Divine Providence Manna Shopping Certificates available after Mass at DP
10:00am - Divine Infant Jesus C = Church R = Rectory CN = Church Narthex MFR = Mayfair Room MC = Ministry Center SCH = School MC2= Ministry Center Mtg. Rm. G = Gym MCC=Ministry Center Chapel
Weekly Collections
July 28, 2019 Sunday & Holy Day $ 6,489.00 WeShare $ 5,098.84 Total $11,587.84
No. of Envelopes Used: 208 WeShare Env. Used: 55
TOTAL Envelopes Used: 263 Second Collection: Missionary Co-Op $ 1,860.00
Requests Vincent Antonio
Ed Backer Ina Bax
Tony Belmonte Denise Betkin
Bill Betz Bill Beuck
Phillip Bonini Carm Cammarata Rose Campobasso
Gilda Cappetta Michelle Carnagio
Cindy Cerveny Jacqueline & Leonard
Christopher Anita Contacessi Mary Jo Conway Margaret Cullen Donald Doucet
Tom Fahey June Franson
Antionette Gentile Bob Gibson
Nick Goedert Marcy Goetz Eileen Gorski
Fr. Bill Gubbins Adeline Hartman
Joe Healy Christopher Heitz Betty Hornbogen
Betty Hyland Anthony Jandacek Lorraine Jaworek
Janet Joy Carole Jurevich
Lois Kedzior Mary Ann Kelly
Jason Kuntz Mike Labuda
Joan Lyons Gordon Macpherson
Richard Mahoney Brother Alfred Marshall
Nick Martino Thomas Martirano
Sam Martyn Steve Mazzarella
Gabriel Meier Ida Moravecek Richard Mraz Stefan Mraz
Mulfinger Family Jim Muha
Michael F. Murphy Christine Neuzil Bernice Niemiec Patricia Olson
Frank Pedota, Sr. Ralph Romano
Anna Mae Rooney Diana Roselli
Evelyn Sadecki Gina Santucci Mary Scalera
Michael Scherer Geraldine Schneider
Donald Sloan Paul Sodayko
Grayson Stanley Sarah Stanley
Tessie Stavropoulos Grace Thomas Carole Turek Vito Valerio
Parker Van Gelder Florence Voves
Mary Walsh Steven Wiersema
Divine Infant Jesus and Divine Providence
If you would like to add to our sick list, or would like your friend or family member to remain on the
sick list, please call the rectory at 708-562-3364.
Names will be listed for 2 months.
DEVOTION TO ST. PEREGRINE Monday, August 12, 2019
Immediately following 8:00am Mass at Divine Providence
R E G I S T R A T I O N
Divine Infant Jesus and Divine Providence Parish will have ONE Religious Education Program with one administrator, Sr. Christine Nantaba, IHMR.
Religion classes will be offered at each of the two locations (DI and DP) in the school buildings as it was done before.
Registration will take place at all Masses:
Divine Infant Jesus on August 3 & 4
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
USING OUR TIME WISELY
A jar of honey lasts practically forever. The oldest jar of honey ever discovered was over five thousand years old. Honey is quite different from market-fresh produce, then; because most fruits and vegetables last only a few days, we treat them carefully. At this time of summer, we rush to find recipes for cherries and cucumbers so we won’t waste a single one. We wouldn’t feel that same urgency about honey.
In our own way, we are as delightful and fragile as ripe produce. Today’s readings urge us not to spoil, but to make good use of our limited time on earth. Ecclesiastes reminds us that because God provides for us now and always, we can manage our daily affairs without anxiety. Saint Paul encourages the Colossians to keep thoughts of heaven in everything they do, and Jesus himself asks us to treasure not earthly wealth, but God alone. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
AUGUST 14|8-9PM| FOLLOWING FAMILY INFORMATION NIGHT| MAYFAIR ROOM
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Please remember to pray for all the souls
that have gone home to heaven including:
Dylan Traynor Son of Michael (Linda) & Sherry Traynor Brother of Zachary, McKenzie & Ronan
Marie Corso
Margaret Gorski Wife of Joseph Gorski
Mass Intentions All weekday Masses begin at
8:00am at each location.
Divine Providence Mon., 08/05 For the Parishioners †Kamille Shopnitz †Catherine Bolton †Gregory Simms †The Deceased Members of the Divine Providence Golf League Tues., 08/06 †Anthony Dugo Wed., 08/07 †Phyllis Schullo †Lucille Luciano Divine Infant Jesus Thurs., 08/08 †Edwin & Mary Patyk †Marie McHugh Fri., 08/09 †Geri D’Andria †Irene Spahn †Jim Crabill Sat., 08/10 For the Parishioners
**WEEKEND MASSES**
Divine Providence Sat., 08/10 4:00pm †Wanda Mulsoff †Frank Napolitano Family Sun., 08/11 8:30am †All the Souls in Purgatory †Eugene Pellegrini †Margaret Grimes Divine Infant Jesus Sat., 08/10 5:00pm For the Parishioners †All the Souls in Purgatory †Irene Spahn Sun., 08/11 10:00am †Camille Fumarolo †Richard & Virginia Pevitts †Garlock Family
WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE
Beginning August 1st
Divine Providence Saturday 4:00pm - Mass of Anticipation Sunday 8:30am
Divine Infant Jesus Saturday 5:00pm - Mass of Anticipation Sunday 10:00am
**MASS INTENTIONS**
ALL 10:30 am Mass Intentions scheduled at Divine Providence will be moved to 10:00 am at Divine Infant.
If you would like to reschedule your Mass intention, please call the rectory
at 708-562-3364.
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mass of Anticipation at Divine Providence Wednesday, August 14th at 7:00pm
Holy Day at Divine Infant Jesus Thursday, August 15th at 8:00am
Yes! I will attend:____________________________________________________ __________ Name # Attending Willing to help? Please Circle: Set-Up Bar Service Clean-Up
(More details to follow regarding times)
Phone:________________________________________________________________
Please join us for
This is great opportunity to share a cocktail or two along with some fellowship as we continue our journey of the unification of Divine Infant Jesus and Divine Providence Parish. Stop on your way home from work or on your way out to dinner and let’s get to know each other!
Please return RSVP below by August15, 2019 with the number of guests (including yourself). You may return to either rectory, (DI or DP) or you may place in the offertory basket during Mass at either church. (Please make sure it is marked “Cocktails in the Courtyard”)
You must be 21 to attend.
Please RSVP by AUGUST 15, 2019
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Dear Parish Family,
Thank you for the warm wishes, cards and participation at our 55th Wedding Anniversary Mass.
You are a blessing to us!
Sincerely, Joe & Carol Sasso
Kindness - Living The Ideal THANK YOU
by Madisyn Taylor
Kindness expands the light within us and reaches out to touch the light in others as well. Kindness is an ideal that is easily accessible to all of us. We all know that a small act of kindness can make our journeys lighter and more enjoyable. Even bringing an instance of kindness to mind can put a smile on your face days or weeks later or perhaps even inspire you to share kindness with another. Though it may seem simple to the point of insignificance, many cultures throughout the world and history have recognized kindness as a powerful virtue. It may be the simplest way to experience and share all the grandest ideals of humanity. We can make the choice to act from the best place within ourselves at any time, while simultaneously recognizing the highest potential in another with the smallest of acts, nourishing the seed of hope in each soul we encounter. In a way, kindness acts as the oil that makes the engine of our world move more smoothly and with less friction. We can still get where we are going but the ride is more pleasant, and those around us can share in the ideal world that we help to create. We are all fortunate that kindness is limitless in its supply and available to everyone. When we act in ways that confirm our ideals, we make the ideal our reality. Then, instead of affirming the experience of struggle and competition, we can shift our experience to the reality of ease and pleasurable camaraderie with the fellow citizens of the world. Whether giving way to someone in traffic or letting someone go ahead of us in line, donating money or sharing our homes in a crisis, we actively create an act of kindness and giving with every choice we make. The smallest gesture can bring a smile to light the shadow of an unpleasant situation or remove tension from a difficult task, but it's effects can echo and extend far beyond the moment. We can be sure that we will receive a kindness in return but giving is its own reward. Kindness expands the light within us and reaches out to touch the light in others as well giving us all a glimpse of the glow that has the power to enlighten our world.
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READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Nm 11:4b-15; Ps 81:12-17; Mt 14:13-21 Tuesday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pt 1:16-19; Lk 9:28b-36 Wednesday: Nm 13:1-2, 25 — 14:1, 26-29a, 34-35; Ps 106:6-7ab, 13-14, 21-23; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: Nm 20:1-13; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Mt 16:13-23 Friday: Dt 4:32-40; Ps 77:12-16, 21; Mt 16:24-28 Saturday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 Sunday: Wis 18:6-9; Ps 33:1, 12, 18-22; Heb 11:1-2, 8-19 [1-2, 8-12]; Lk 12:32-48 [35-40]
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major Tuesday: The Transfiguration of the Lord Wednesday: St. Sixtus II and Companions; St. Cajetan Thursday: St. Dominic Friday: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Saturday: St. Lawrence
The Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major Feast Day ~ August 5
When you hear the word church, what do you think of? Do you think of the priests and people of your own parish? Do you think of a Sunday morning when families of the parish gather to celebrate the Eucharistic liturgy? Do you picture a stately building with a round dome, pointed towers, and stained glass windows? The word church has a variety of meanings. Today’s feast focuses our attention on a church building, a basilica called St. Mary Major. Tradition says that in August 352 the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to a wealthy nobleman in Rome. She asked that a church be built on the spot where he would find snow. On that summer day, snow did mysteriously appear and a church was built on the spot and dedicated to Our Lady of the Snows. Apart from the story, however, we know that a church was built on that spot in the fourth century and was rebuilt in 434. The church was also rededicated to Mary, the Mother of God. This title of Mary was protected by the ecumenical council of Ephesus. Today St. Mary Major is the largest church in the world dedicated to Our Lady. This church is called a patriarchal church, one where the pope officiates on certain occasions. There is a special altar in this church used by the Holy Father and by others with special permission. On a deeper level, this feast reminds us that Mary has been reverenced throughout the history of the Church as our Mother. As she foretold in her prayer, the Magnificat, “All generations will call me blessed” (Luke 1:48).
from Saints and Feast Days, by Sisters of Notre Dame of Chardon, Ohio
~Transfiguration of Our Lord~
The Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord recalls the revelation of Christ's glory on Mount Tabor in the presence of three of His disciples, Peter, James, and John. Christ was transfigured before their eyes, shining with divine light, and He was joined by Moses and Elijah, representing the Old Testament Law and the prophets. The Transfiguration occurred in the early months of the year, after Jesus revealed to His disciples that He would be put to death in Jerusalem, and before He made His way to Jerusalem for the events of His Passion during Holy Week.
The Transfiguration was a special event in which God allowed certain apostles to have a privileged spiritual experience that was meant to strengthen their faith for the challenges they would later endure. But it was only a temporary event. It was not meant to be permanent. In the same way, at certain times in this life, God may give certain members of the faithful (not all of the faithful, all the time), special experiences of his grace that strengthen their faith.
We should welcome these experiences for the graces they are, but we should not expect them to continue indefinitely, nor should we be afraid or resentful when they cease. They may have been meant only as momentary glimpses of the joy of heaven to sustain us as we face the challenges of this life, to help strengthen us on the road that will ultimately bring us into the infinite and endless joy of heaven.
THE FIRST HOUR OF YOUR MORNING BELONGS TO GOD. TACKLE THE DAY’S WORK THAT HE CHARGES YOU WITH, AND HE WILL GIVE YOU THE POWER TO ACCOMPLISH IT.
- St. Teresa Benedicta
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SS. Simeon & Domitilla Parish
JOYOUS JUNK RUMAGE SALE South Hall of School
605 Hillside Ave., Hillside, IL
Friday, August 9th - 9am to 3pm Saturday, August 10th - 8am to 2pm
Sunday, August 11th - 9am to 1:00pm
Tables of kitchenware, glassware, linens, craft supplies, toys, games, books,
seasonal decorations and much more.
The Well Spirituality Center 1515 Ogden Avenue, LaGrange Park
Seeing the Holy Saturday, August 17, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Facilitator: Christine Parks, CSJ Spend a day of seeing, and being present to the Holy – through your eyes and the lens of your camera. The day will include input and reflection, individual time for photographing outdoors and praying with the Holy you see around you, and sharing your experience, prayer and insights. Bring a digital camera and download cable, a journal and pen, and comfortable outdoor walking shoes. Cost: $60 (includes lunch) Advance registration required.
To register online: www.csjthewell.org or call 708-482-5048
Interfaith Career Network
Quarterly Resume Review
Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 10 from 9:30 to 11:30am and join us for a helpful 20-minute one-on-one conversation with a HR, or other search related professional for some ideas and suggestions that may enhance or refresh your resume. Looking for some helpful job search strategies? Need some coaching with your elevator speech? Want some tips on how to use LinkedIn? This is your opportunity to add impact and clarity to your existing resume.
We look forward to seeing you at St. John of the Cross Parish Center, 5005 S. Wolf Road in Western Springs.
There is no charge and everyone is welcome.
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PARISH LOCATIONS
DIVINE PROVIDENCE Church: 2600 Mayfair Ave. Convent: 2540 Mayfair Ave. (708) 397-4342 Business Office: 2550 Mayfair Ave., Westchester, IL 60154 (708) 562-3364 FAX: (708) 562-3134 Hours: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Mass Schedule: Weekdays: Mon. Tues. Wed.: 8:00 AM Anticipated Mass Saturday: 4 PM Sundays: 8:30 AM DIVINE INFANT JESUS Church: Newcastle & Canterbury Avenues Rectory Office: 1601 Newcastle Ave., Westchester, IL 60154 (708) 865-8071 FAX: (708) 865-8032 Hours: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Mass Schedule: Weekdays: Thurs., Fri., Sat.: 8:00 AM Anticipated Mass Saturday: 5 PM Sundays: 10:00 AM
Holy Days of Obligation: As announced in bulletin.
PARISH STAFF
Mr. John Maher-Operations Director [email protected]
Mrs. Linda Hawkins Director of Marketing and Enrollment [email protected]
Mrs. Charlene Boyd-Bookkeeper [email protected]
Mrs. Toni Podock-Secretary/Bookkeeper [email protected]
Ms. Karen Luciano-Bulletin Editor [email protected]
PARISH INFORMATION
Parish Registration: Registration forms are available on-line or call the Business Office.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Divine Providence: Tuesdays after 8:00 AM Mass Divine Infant Jesus: Saturdays after 8:00 AM Mass Or call the rectory to set up an appointment
Infant Baptism: Baptismal Preparation is required for the first child. Registration is necessary to schedule the baptism.
Divine Infant Jesus Church: Contact Toni Podock : 708-865-8071
Divine Providence Church: Contact Karen Luciano: 708-562-3364
Marriage: Please call the Parish Office at the time of your engagement to schedule your wedding. Pre-Cana is required.
Home/Hospital Visitation & Anointing Calls: If you would like a priest, deacon or Minister of Care to visit or if you wish to receive the Sacrament of the Sick, please contact either location.
Adoration: First Friday of the Month: Adoration 9:00 AM-4:00 PM in the Divine Providence Ministry Center Chapel after 8:00am Mass at Divine Infant Jesus St. Peregrine Devotion: 2nd Monday of the month after 8:00am Mass at Divine Providence.
PASTORAL MINISTRY
Pastor Reverend Marcin Szczypula
Associates Reverend Thomas Winikates Reverend Daniel Costello
Resident Reverend Gerald Joyce Deacons Deacon Richard Hudzik Deacon Jim Sponder
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education Administrator Sr. Christine Nantaba (708)562-2258 [email protected]
EDUCATION MINISTRY
School—2500 Mayfair (708) 562-2258 Fax (708) 562-9171
Principal — Mrs. Lynn LeTourneau [email protected]
School Secretary-Mrs. Chrystal Farmar [email protected]
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS Divine Providence Parish #9216 2550 Mayfair Westchester, IL 60154 TELEPHONE 708 562-3364 CONTACT PERSON Karen/Linda SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2007 Adobe Acrobat 10 Windows XP Professional PRINTER HP Laserjet 3600 SATURDAY/SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION 08/04/2019 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 12 Bulletin #9216 .
