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OFFICE FOR RELIGIOUS –ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO

Connections

SUMMER 2011 VOLUME 16 # 2

Joan McGlinchey, MSC Vicar for Religious jmcglinchey@archchicago.org 312-534-8360 Kathy McNulty, OSF Assistant Director kmcnulty@archchicago.org 312 534-8333

Elyse Ramirez, OP Coordinator of Religious Vocation Ministries eramirez@archchicago.org 312 534-5420 Margaret Coleman, OSF Coordinator of Retirement Appeal mcoleman@archchicago.org 312 534-8234 Elaine Lindia Secretary elindia@archchicago.org 312 534-5339

Long warm days... The pace of life slows... A time for picnics and rest in the shade... Lord, help me to rest awhile in the cooling shade of your presence. Slow down my restless heart and fill me with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

Send submissions to:

Office for Religious

P.O. Box 1979

Chicago, IL 60690-1979

kmcnulty@archchicago.org

Fax: 312-534-3877

Phone: 312-534-8333

Database updates: If you have any changes to your residence, phone or e-mail or

are leaving the Archdiocese, or someone from your Community comes into the Archdi-

ocese, please notify the Office for Religious. This will insure that you receive current

and timely information sent from the Archdiocese. Please keep us informed.

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FUTURE FOCUS: MARK YOUR CALENDARS, PLEASE

Retirement Fund for Religious Appeal - December 10-11, 2011

Archdiocesan Celebration of Consecrated Life - February, 25, 2012

Cardinal’s Convocation with the Leadership of Religious

Communities of Men and Women - April 11, 2012

Jubilee for Religious Women and Men—May 12, 2012

EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS/CONFERENCES/EVENTS

Maryknoll Mission Institute

Maryknoll, New York 10545-0311

The Maryknoll Mission Institute is an educational ministry sponsored by the Maryknoll Sisters Congrega-

tion which provides continuing education and renewal programs for missioners and others engaged in

cross-cultural ministries in their local churches. Please check out their website at www.maryknollsisters.org

for further information and application forms for the following 2011 programs:

Exploring the Mystery that Surrounds Us……..June 26-July 1

Adult Faith in the 21st Century………………..July 10-15

The Kingdom of God…………………………July 17-22

Musical Mysticism……………………………..July 24-29

Religious Formation Conference

The RFC National Office is privileged to serve Roman Catholic institutes of women and men religious with programs

and services for those in the ministry of initial and life-long formation. We would like to remind everyone about the

2011 Life Commitment Program for those ready to make their final commitment to religious life. The dates for this

summer are July 21-29 at the Marillac Center in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Please find application details on the RFC web-site www.relforcon.org. Click the program tab and select the Life

Commitment Program.

We celebrate with you the life the new members bring to your congregations and look forward to welcoming those

preparing for their final commitment.

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EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS/CONFERENCES/EVENTS

2011 National Convocation of United States Consecrated Virgins

In Praise of His Glory! - in our work of prayer and our life of virtue is the theme for the 2011

Convocation of United States Consecrated Virgins, which will be held July 26-31 at the Mundelein

Retreat and Conference Center. All consecrated virgins are warmly invited to attend, including consecrated vir-

gins from other countries. Virgins who have attended an Informational Conference and who have been accept-

ed by their Bishops as candidates for the consecration, are also invited to attend. For more information about

the convocation, or for brochures which are mailed to all consecrated virgins, please check out the website of

The Lamp at www.consecratedvirgins.org.

2011-2012 REGISTRATION BEGINS- REGISTER TODAY!

Along with the arrival of June comes the opportunity to renew or begin membership in CAVA, the Chicago Archdiocesan Vocation Association. What does CAVA offer you and your congre-gation? Here is what some of our members have to say,

― The longevity of CAVA (30+ years ~ Wow!) speaks for itself. It has been there! Amidst the joys and chal-lenges that we all know vocation ministry holds I always have had the confidence that I could rely on CAVA for professional growth, collaboration, support, and involvement with other vocation ministers as well as the local church to encourage vocation choices. CAVA has been there! These are challenging times in our church and world and it is comforting to know that at the CAVA table we can gather and talk with one another and work for the common good and sow vocation seeds of invitation and encouragement together.‖ …

―I appreciate so much the connections I make with other vocation directors, and that we can work together collab-oratively on various committees and projects. I certainly feel a part of something greater than myself/my congre-gation. I feel hopeful when working together with others grateful for the opportunities to connect with young peo-ple and help to continue to create a "culture of vocation."

―Due to my schedule I cannot be at the many vocation events CAVA plans. But what I have discovered is that by staying connected with CAVA our congregation can be present whenever possible. The exciting thing is we were able to join in more times than we anticipated and between the CAVA events and best practices of other groups we get ideas for vocation events to use in other parts of the country where we have sisters.‖

Register for CAVA online Click Here to Register or contact Sr. Elyse at 312-534-5240. Read the most recent CAVA newsletter to see what we have to offer! Click Here for Newsletter

Strings of Faith Concert benefitting Christ in the Wilderness

Please join us Sunday, July 31, 2011 at 2 PM at Congregation of St. Joseph Center in La Grange Park, IL for a

concert by Strings of Faith. Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful faith inspired music benefitting Christ in the Wilder-

ness. Located on 80 acres of rolling hills in Stockton, Illinois, this hermitage retreat center offers you the oppor-

tunity to take a break from all of the noise and stress of life, and to unwind in silence and solitude. This fundrais-

er will help support operations and enable CITW to keep costs affordable so that anyone can enjoy time away to

replenish soul and spirit. Bring your friends and meet new ones as you take a break from all of the noise and

stress of life! Free Will Offering (proceeds support Christ in the Wilderness) Refreshments following concert.

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RETREAT CENTER OFFERINGS

St. Francis Spirituality Center 200 St. Francis Ave. Tiffin, Oh 44883 (419) 443-1485 http://spirituality.sfctiffin.org

―Directed Retreat—Open to God’s Love‖

June 26th– July 2nd

Sunday evening till Saturday noon

―Franciscan Guided Retreat‖

September 18-24, 2011

Sunday evening till Saturday noon

Cardinal Stritch Retreat House

on the grounds of St. Mary of the Lake Seminary, Mundelein

P.O. Box 455

Mundelein, IL 60060-0455

Email: rhudzik@archchicago.org

Rev. Christopher Krymski, OSM, offers a retreat for women religious from July 11 through July 15,

2011. Joining him for an extended presentation will be Joseph Malham, iconographer and artist in

residence at St. Gregory Church.

Sister Georgene Wilson, OSF; Kate Wiskus, D.Min; and Rev. Robert Schoenstene are the directors

for a directed retreat for women and men religious, priests deacons and other ministers from July 31

through August 6, 2011

A general invitation to consider Stritch for overnights for prayer groups, parish groups or staff.

One Heart, One Soul Spirituality Center

Servants of the Holy Heart of Mary

2041 W. Route 113

Kankakee, Illinois

(815) 937-2244

www.sscm-usa.org

One Heart, One Soul Spirituality Center, a spot of beauty and quiet, is nestled along the Kankakee River.

The Servants of the Holy Heart of Mary invite you or groups to "Come and See" and renew your Spirit in

prayer, beauty and solitude. One Heart, One Soul Spirituality Center is available for days of prayer, group

meetings, and workshops, as well as for overnight retreats. You will provide your own leaders and

meals. A kitchen is available. There are extensive grounds for outdoor prayer and reflection.

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RETREAT CENTER OFFERINGS

The Well A Center for our Sacred Unity with God, Earth and One Another 1515 W. Ogden Ave. LaGrange Park, IL 60526 Phone: 708-482-5088 www.csjthewell.org

―Co-Creators in a Loving Universe –Living in the CSJ Charism

in the 21st Century‖

Facilitator: Mary Southard, CSJ

Thursday, July 14-Tuesday July 19

―Give me Your Stranger, Your Prophet, Your Hidden

One, Your Seeker

Facilitator: mary Ellen O’Dea, OP

Sunday, August 14-Friday August 19

―Summer Sabbath at the Seashore‖

July 23-24, 2011

Mayslake Ministries 450 East 22nd Street, Suite 170 Lombard, IL 60148 (630) 268-9000 www.mayslakeministries.org

―Listening for the Voice of God‖

Wilderness Overnight Retreat

July 9-10, 2011

―Finding God in Nature‖

One Day Canoe Trip

July 30, 2011

Siena Retreat Center

5635 Erie St.

Racine, WI 53402

(262) 639-4100 x1230

www.racinedominicans.org

―Silent Directed Retreat‖

June 26-July 2

―Contemplative Retreat for

Women‖ July 10-16

―Nurturing Life’s Blessings‖

July 17-23

―Come to the Water‖

Kathleen Bohn, OP

July 22-24

―Dominic: Reclaiming a Founder

Suzanne Noffke, OP

July 24-30

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RETREAT CENTER OFFERINGS

Sinsinawa Mound 585 County Road Z Sinsinawa, WI 53824-9701 (608) 748-4411, ext. 811 www.sinsinawa.org/moundcenter

“Summer Organ Concert Series”

Guest musicians from around the country play the Casavant Opus 2847, which was refur-

bished in 2009, every Wednesday evening June through August. For an up-to-date listing of

organists, visit www.sinsinawa.org online.

―Armchair Lands of Dominic Pilgrimage‖

Sunday, June 26, 3 p.m.–Thursday, June 30, 6 p.m.

―Patriotic Concert‖ -America in National Dances

Monday, July 4, 2pm

Lindenwood Retreat and Conference Center P.O. Box 1 Donaldson, IN 46513 (574) 935-1763 www.lindenwood.org

―Contemplative Prayer—Going Deeper‖

Facilitator: Michael Fonseca

Sunday, July 17—Friday, July 22

―Directed Retreat‖

Retreat Director: Sister Coletta Wrasman, PHJC

Sunday, July 17-Sunday, July 24

Portiuncula Center for Prayer 9263 W. St. Francis Road Frankfort, IL 60423 (815)464-3880 www.portforprayer.org

―A Retreat in the Footsteps of Francis and Clare of Assisi‖ July 8– July 15, 2011

―Silent Directed Retreat ‖ July 18 – 22, 2011 (with single day options on July 19, 20, 21)

“A Celebration of Mary Magdalene, God’s Beloved‖ July 21 Time: 7-9 p.m.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

USCMA Executive Director

The United States Catholic Mission Association seeks an Executive Director with strong mission experi-

ence who will work with the board to promote the vision and mission of the organization. The position

offers numerous opportunities for national leadership in the area of mission and global solidarity.

For consideration, please submit a letter of application, Curriculum vitae or resume, and contact infor-

mation for references to Search Committee, US Catholic Mission Association, 3025 Fourth St., NE, Suite

100, Washington DC 20017-1102. Or, via e-mail to seacrchcommittee@usacatholicmission.org..

HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES

St. Pius X Convent

4300 S. Grove Avenue, Stickney, IL

Available: June 2011

6 bedrooms includes one suite with own bathroom, 4 stall tubs with showers, 5 lavatories, kitchen w/

pantry, Dining room/community room-large, Laundry, 20 stairs, 3 parking spaces

Contact: Fr. Anthony Markus, 708-484-7951

TOR FCN Assistant Minister

The Third Order Regular Franciscan Common Novitiate is currently looking for an assistant minister to

work with the present novice minister, Sister Rosalie Wisniewski, OSF, in the common novitiate located in

St. Louis, Missouri. Presently there are thirty-three Third Order Regular Franciscan women's congregations

participating in the TOR FCN. The novitiate experience is comprised of nine months of the canonical

year. The program begins in mid August and ends in late May. Because many Franciscan groups have few

entrants, a common novitiate allows the collaborating communities to pool their best resources and assure

the novices a community of peers in which to share their novitiate journey under the guidance of a well-

prepared novice minister.. This position is half time and the annual salary is $20,000. Housing, utilities and

meals will be included as benefits for the minister. The starting date is negotiable ( ideally the person

would be in place before the arrival of the novices on August 17).All applications need to be submitted by

June 30, 2011. If interested, please contact: Sr. Carol Besch, OSF, at 563-583-9786 ext 6171, or send an e-

mail: beschc@osfdbq.org requesting an application form.

LCWR Executive Assistant—The LCWR is searching for an Executive Assistant to work directly with the

Executive Director, providing critical administrative support. The Executive Assistant is responsible for gen-

eral administrative tasks, other office duties, some program coordination, and should be someone who can easi-

ly interact with various groups and organizations. This position requires someone with excellent verbal and

written communication skills who is organized, efficient, detail-oriented, proficient in various computer pro-

grams, and able to safeguard confidential materials and information. If interested in this position, please contact

Jane Burke, SSND, by July 5, 2011 at jburke@lcwr.org for a full job description. Starting date: August 1, 2011.

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Housing Opportunities

Chicago – Berwyn

2nd floor apartment – 2 flat building – owner occupied, 6 rooms, large kitchen, large formal dining room and living room with build-in book cases, leaded glass windows, ceiling fans, natural oak floors, newly decorated. 1 block to major transportation; 3 blocks to Catholic Church; 3 blocks to major shopping centers. No pets. Tenant pays utilities. Contact Anna Rose Izzo: 708-795-7629

NW Side/Irving & Kedzie Garden Apartment for Rent: 2 bedrooms plus office, living room and kitchen. Laundry facilities in back. Near great transportation. $850.00 plus utilities. More information: 773-456-1696

Hickory Hills – 2nd floor Condo

This 2nd floor condo is in a very nice quiet place and would be good for two. It is one mile off of I-

294, with shopping within walking distance. It has a 1-car garage with 2 bedrooms. Utilities are not

included. For more information, contact Alice Mesec at 630-243-7390.

Northwest side of Chicago.

6114 W. Leland—located in St. Robert Bellarmine parish, 2nd floor, 3 BR, 1 Bath, living room and dining

room, eat-in kitchen, shared laundry facilities, ample street parking, air conditioned. Monthly rent is $914/

month plus $200 for heat/general maintenance fee. Phone, cable and electric are additional. Available by

August 1, 2011 or earlier. Contact: Peggy Geraghty at 773-331-7627 or mgeraghty@bvmcong.org

North side

5534 N. Campbell—3 flat with 2 apartments for rent with 2-3 bedrooms, one bath, A/C gas heat, hard-

wood floors, laundry, storage, garage space available. $700.00 a month. Contact: Socorro Martinez

(773) 561-6757.

House for rent—near O’Hare Airport

3 bedroom, 2 bath, Brick ranch with central air conditioning, full finished basement, 1 car attached garage

with drive and side drive to park 5 cars, large lot, furnished if you need, all appliances including washer/dryer,

lawn service could be included. If interested, please call (708) 246-9691

Oak Lawn - ―Little Beverly section‖

Ranch residence - 2 BR/1.5 Bath w/LR, Great Room, Eat In Kitchen; Attached 3C Garage + Good sized

yard + Patio... Newly remodeled Kitchen, Master Bath w/Barrier Free Shower + Jacuzzi Tub... Hardwood

Floors; New Roof '07; Rent is Negotiable. Avail 05/1/11. Contact: Jennifer Cacciatore at (312) 972-1111