Rev. Edward M. Mikolajczyk, Pastor Rev. Kevin McCray, Associate Pastor Rev. Thomas McCarthy, OSA, Weekend Associate Rev. Robert Guessetto, OSA, Weekend Associate Robert Landuyt, Permanent Deacon
QUEEN OF MARTYRS CHURCH
Evergreen Park, Illinois
5th Sunday of Easter April 24, 2016
There are many things that change our lives. These changes help us to become the people we are. At the beginning, there is the tendency to be afraid, to be shy, to run away and hide. We like to procrastinate and put things off, ignoring the fact that someday, we must face reality. The Apostles experienced similar situations. What are
they going to do without Jesus in their midst? How would they be able to cope and live their lives? Jesus’ Resurrection gave them the direction they needed. They called people to live in relationships of mutual love, giving witness to the love of the Trinity, enabling them to make visible Gods’ love in the world. We hear in the Scripture Readings that Paul and Barnabas encouraged the people to work together as a faith community. Reminding them that suffering would take place as part of emphasizing the mystery of sharing Christ’s glory. We are called to be a people who dream, who reflect on what God has in store for us in the future. It gives us the opportunity to imagine what the possibilities are to experience God’s presence in our midst. That challenge for us is to take a leap of faith, giving witness to God’s undying love for us. By doing so, we send a message to others, that we are a people who have nothing at all to fear.
The Spring Fundraiser was a huge success. It was wonderful to see parishioners, alumni and friends from various generations having a good time together. The stories that were shared were entertaining and inspirational. I want to especially thank Mr. Kevin Healy for guiding us and leading us during this time. The faculty and staff did a tremendous job behind the scenes in fulfilling the tasks given to them. The parents and catechists from Saturday School of Religion contributed and showed their support for the event. To all of you, our parents, parishioners, alumni and friends who purchased raffle tickets, bullet tickets and entrance tickets, who donated baskets or auction items to be bid on. Everyone helped to make this event an enjoyable and memorable one.
Congratulations to the winners of our raffle: Fred and Joan Pearson, $10,000, Mrs. Linda McCann, $5,000, Ryan Kinnerk, $1,000, Dan and Paulette McNally, $1,000, Mary Hopkins, $1,000, Kim Cronin, $1,000, Brian Arthurs, $1,000, Adam Pirman, $1,000, Michele Stepanek, $1,000, Davey McCallion, $1,000, Joyce Martin, $1,000 and John and Ruth Leyden, $1,000. The Bullet Ticket winners: Eleanor Andrasco—Hotel Package and Dinner Downtown, Jean Casciato—Flat Screen TV, K. Farrer—Pandora Bracelet, and J. Sullivan—Digital Camera.
Have a good week.
God Bless,
Queen of Martyrs Rectory Business Hours Monday thru Friday — 9:00 A.M. to Noon and
1:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.
The office is closed from Noon until 1:00 for lunch.
The Rectory is also open for key pick-up/drop-off and pre-arranged appointments with Fr. Ed:
Monday thru Thursday—3:30 to 8:30 PM Friday—3:30 to 8:00 P.M Saturday—9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and Sunday—9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Please call or visit the Rectory during scheduled business hours
to ensure prompt attention to your requests.
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Sharing your talents, time and treasure.
Last Week Year-To-Date Amount Needed ..................$10,000 .................... $420,000 Amount Collected .................$7,797 .................... $364,082 Online Giving ........................... $295 ........................ $7,245 Surplus (Deficit) ................... $(1,908). .................. $(48,673) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 293 Easter Collection (thus far) ........... ...................... $30,451.00
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—April 17, 2016
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Notice: Bulletin articles must be received in the Rectory office by Noon on Tuesdays. Please drop them off or e-mail them to [email protected].
Thank you!
St. Vincent de Paul Society News
Sandwich Schedule for Adult Members at 9:00 A.M. in the Convent on the following Wednesdays:
2016 May 4, 18 & 25
June 8 & 22
On Monday, April 18th, Envelope No. 1219 was drawn. There was a winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $15,815.00. The winner’s portion was $7,907.50 To be eligible for the raffle, you must use two separate envelopes for the current week. In your regular weekly envelope, your contribution must be at least $5.00; and you must use the corresponding week’s 50/50 envelope with a $5.00 contribution in that envelope. To be included in the weekly 50/50 drawing, envelopes must be in the rectory office by 8:30 A.M. on the Monday morning immediately after the weekend.
Good luck next week!
Results for 04/18/16
In today’s gospel, Jesus tells us, “As I have loved you, so you also should love one another.” In what ways do you demonstrate genuine love for those you encounter in your daily life?
Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
Jesus loves us so much that He….
Chose to remain with us in His glorified human body veiled in the Holy Eucharist. How do we repay this love? By simply visiting Him. Become a Committed Adorer. Sign up at the Adoration Chapel or for more information call Marion at (708) 424-8433.
"Women of the Word"
WOW! Women of the Word was insigh ul, eye-opening, full of laughter and lively discussions as we learned about Delilah, Judith, Mary Magdalene, the Women at the Cross, the Samaritan Woman, the sisters Mary and Maratha and Elizabeth. Thank you to all the women who joined us. We will break for the summer and will be back in the fall. We have something very special planned! Please visit our website at qmwomensministry.com for informa on about Women's Ministry, updates and notes of encouragement.
If you have any sugges on or ques ons please contact JoAnne at 773-520-7454, [email protected] or Margie at
773-842-4104, [email protected]
"I planted the seed in your hearts, and Apollos watered it, but it was God who made it grow. It's not important who
does the plan ng, or who does the watering. What's important is that God makes the seed grow."
1 Corinthians 3:6-7
Christ Renews His Parish
Queen of Martyrs Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP)
Has been rescheduled to October 22-23, 2016. Please mark your calendars NOW –
you don’t want to miss this special time!
Total Parishioners Pledged:……………………………… 285 Total Pledges:……………………………………... $518,083.00 Amount on Deposit as of 03/31/16 In “To Teach Who Christ Is” Account:…..………..$218,661.46
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Ques ons about QMYM? Contact Tina O’Shea at [email protected]
Queen of Martyrs Youth Ministry
QMYM Mission Trip 2016
Contact Tina if you are interested in being more involved in
Sunday 4pm Mass
If you have any interest in sponsoring a teen or a meal for the Mission Trip
please feel free to contact Tina at [email protected].
We greatly appreciate all your prayers and support for the Mission Trip!!
Religious Education News
A happy summer to our Saturday School of Religion families. The year concluded with a prayer service and distribution of REPORT TO PARENTS. Thank you to our Saturday faculty and staff: Grade 1-Emily Bounardj, Jennifer Mangan, Megan Szczesniak and John Szczesniak Grade 2-Chris Rados, Jackie King and Maria Pazienza Grade 3-Sheila Martin and Peggy Blake Grade 4-Julie Yaverski and Paige Egan Grade 5- Dawn Doherty and Amy Parisi Grade 6- Maureen Lotti and Cyndi Kenzinger Grade 7- Richard Widmer Grade 8-Ann Doyle Saturday Secretary- Stacy Dugger Saturday Aides-Sarah Dickey, Kayley Rayl, Alexandra Pazienza, Hannah Potter, Megan Lotti, Amy Sundquist, Mrs. Miceli, Mrs. Norville We could not have done it without you! Thanks for sharing your faith and your Saturday mornings with our children! Some of our newly confirmed young people offered their thoughts after the Confirmation liturgy—Amazing! Very important to me! The best Mass I had ever been to! I paid attention during the whole Mass! Very Exciting…taking a big step in my life was exactly what I needed! Filled with happiness and I felt I was full of the Holy Spirit when I was confirmed! It was nice seeing everyone in their gowns! I liked the fire banners! Awesome and the reception went above and beyond what I expected! Smooth going, peaceful and made me feel at home! It couldn’t have been any better….everyone was so happy! It was an excellent gathering and the reception afterwards was also excellent. It was a memorable night! Thank you...now on to graduation! Registration for the Saturday School of Religion 2016-2017 is ongoing in the Religious Education Center. The program is held on Saturday mornings September—–April from 9:30—11 AM for grades 1-8. Please contact us for more information 708-422-1647 [email protected] Thanks to everyone who helped with, supported the Parish Fundraiser. We are grateful to you!
Enjoy the week! “Jesus, be with me today, in everything I do and say!”
CRHP 6 Formation has begun. Please keep the future Christ Renews His Parish teen leaders in your prayers as they undergo the next seven months of reflective, teambuilding, and prayerful meetings.
Dodgeball Tournament will be Thursday May 5th at Our Lady of the Woods!!
This is for HS aged-Young Adults. Please contact Tina if you would like to join the QMYM team!
Domestic Violence Outreach (DVO) News...
No one has to stay in an abusive relationship. —US Catholic Bishops
In an emergency, dial 911 or call the National Domestic Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 800-799-7233, 1-800-787-3224 TTY for counseling assistance. Website www.ndvh.org
MartyrsFest 2016 meeting Thursday, April 28th 2016, at 6:00 P.M. If you would like to co-chair please contact Bob Pellegrini at 773-852-3209(Cell), or 773-238-1977
(Home) or email [email protected]. if you would like to make any suggestions for improvements from last years fest please email me by Wednesday April 27th.
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Luke Amelio Erin Eustaquio Sharon Nanesta Bill Barts Raymond Farano Jacqueline Olsen Jerry Becmer Vikki Finkel Laura Orlando Maddux Blunt Mary Fergus Anthony Pappalas Jack Carr Jean Harazin Alex Pier Jan & Jack Clisham Joyce Hoff Richard Pollack Carol Coleman Conor Kilmartin Daniel Ramsden Baby Patrick Cox Teresa Li Elizabeth Reilly Janice Della Posta Lauren McGovern Mary Schneider Don DiFilippo May Mesco Bob Sigel William Dillon Georgene Mitchell Judy Ulrich Jim Downing Judy Mitchell Bob Warda
Please Pray for Our Sick Relatives and Friends
Prayer is a powerful prescription for whatever ails you. Please remember our sick in your prayers:
While They Serve… We pray for our Parishioners and the Relatives of Parishioners who are serving in the Military and
protecting us… Matthew Beemsterboer - USMC - nephew of Barry and Joan McClorey Daniel Birmingham - USMC - son of Ed & Mary Birmingham Ted Bos—USMC—grandson of Theresa Bos Jade Guest—US Navy—Granddaughter of Ray & Sharon Cramsie Captain Daniel R. Johnson—US Army—son of Betty and Roy Johnson Colton Kielbasa-US Marine-Son of Rich & Charmaine Kielbasa-Brother of Chris Kielbasa Lance Corporal Patrick J Kinnerk—USMC— Nephew of Michael and Meg Kinnerk Ryan Marth Sgt. First Class Wayne Mutnansky Lt. John Mutnansky Sergeant Clifford Oskvarek—USMC—son of Chuck & Carol Oskvarek Colin Prendergast—son of Carole Prendergast Lt. Col. Ellen Shannon-Ball—daughter of Barbara and sister of Jack Shannon Mike Slomski—US Marine—nephew of Steve & Mary Currier David Slomski—US Army—nephew of Steve & Mary Currier 2LT Martin J. Springer - US Army—son of John Springer 2LT Robert J. Springer - US Army—son of John Springer Daniel Talty—USMC—grandson of Colleen & Pete Cunningham
If you would like us to pray for a Parishioner or a Relative of a Parishioner serving in the Military, please contact the rectory at 708-423-8110 or email [email protected].
Queen of Martyrs Students Gather for Prayer Service
Faculty and students celebrated the begin-ning of the Triduum on Holy Thursday, March 24th. First Communion Students received a small loaf of bread to share with their families. The bread symbolized the Eucharist that they will be receiving on May 7th. Confirmation Candidates received blessed candles to burn at their Easter dinner with family. The Prayer Service focused on the three holiest days of the year, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday. Faculty and students reflected on the Season of Lent and were asked these questions: Did you take the time to pray?, Did you take the time to go to church?, Did you take the time to go and serve others? Students prayed for all Christians, our parish, all families, and for the students that will be receiving the sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation. Principal, Mrs. Kathleen Tomaszewski and Assistant Principal, Ms. Catherine Pirman gave an Easter greeting to those gathered together in prayer. Students were reminded to continue to follow the invitation from God to GO and help others, sharing their time and talents, and bringing the Good News of Jesus and his Resurrection to all people.
Hidden Talents presents…
Alf the Musical
TICKETS NOW ON SALE!!
Tickets for our performances May 5th and 6th are on sale TODAY, Sunday April 24th. Tickets are $5 TODAY ONLY. For more information call Jeff Kenny at 773-233-3575
Apr. 30 4:00 PM J. Pearson R. Paglia J. Anderson C. Biszewski D. Siska (L) D. O’Callaghan M. Walsh Altar Servers J. Cronin N. Currier J. Davies May 1 7:30 AM E. Griegel B. Pellegrini M. Griegel T. Haas (L) K. Bucher J. McMahon Altar Servers TBD TBD 9:30 AM K. Sampson A. Moloney P. McCann (L) K. Lang J. Springer Altar Servers TBD TBD 11:30 AM C. Mason S. Moss (L) B. Reidy T. Scott Altar Servers TBD TBD 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers TBD TBD
MONDAY — Apr. 25, 2016—St. Mark 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Brendan Burke Soul of Joseph Michaels, his wife & family TUESDAY — Apr. 26, 2016 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Casey, Mark, Matthew Maciasz Tom Hopkins Doris Locascio
WEDNESDAY—Apr. 27, 2016 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Larry McDonnell Bill & Cheryl Mison & family Lucille Serafin
THURSDAY — Apr. 28, 2016—St. Peter Chanel, St. Louis Grignion de Montfort 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Stanley Serafin Living & Deceased members of the Kukulski & Liberacki families
FRIDAY — Apr. 29, 2016—St. Catherine of Siena 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Theresa Refermat John Hector
SATURDAY — Apr. 30, 2016—St. Pius V 8:30 AM — Pat Sungaila 4:00 PM— Karen Hedderman Daniel Capuano Bernie O’Reilly
SUNDAY — May 1, 2016—6th Sunday of Easter 7:30 AM — Joe Jager 9:30 AM — Thaddeus Nasternak Brendan Burke MaryLou Gorman 11:30 AM — Josephine Lind Robert McShane Mark Steffens 4:00 PM— Michael Durkin
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Altar Servers
Week Days Apr. 25—30, 2016 8:30 AM
May She Rest in Peace
Mary Rita Walsh
Mon., Apr.25— E. Dvorak, M. Farritor, J. Hogan Tues., Apr. 26— A. Ellerbeck, J. Fitzmaurice, M. Houlihan Wed., Apr. 27— K. Eppenstein, D. Gargano, L. Manning Thur., Apr. 28— D. Farritor, J. Granat, O. Manning Fri., Apr. 29— Adult Servers Sat., Apr. 30— Adult Servers
RECTORY 10233 S. Central Park Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805 708-423-8110 FAX 423-7372 Parish Secretary: Janine Missey Business Manager: Irene Smith Administrative Assistant: Peggy Klein Bulletin Editor: [email protected] MUSIC DIRECTOR Carole Prendergast 708-423-8110 DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Bernadine Smierciak — 708-422-1647 [email protected] Religious Education Classes for Public School Children, Gr. 1-8 YOUTH MINISTRY Tina O’Shea, Youth Minister —773-332-7553 SCHOOL Kathleen Tomaszewski—Principal 3550 W. 103rd Street Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805 708-422-1540 FAX 422-1811 Website: www.qmschool.com EXTENDED CARE PROGRAM Janice Bolster, Coordinator — 708-423-8120 DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT Jennie Schmitt—708-252-0359 [email protected]
QUEEN OF MARTYRS CHURCH - PARISH INFORMATION
SCHEDULE OF MASSES: Anticipated Mass on Saturday: ............................... 4:00 P.M. Sunday: ................ 7:30 A.M., 9:30 A.M.,11:30 A.M., 4:00 P.M. Vigil of Holy Day: ..................................................... 7:00 P.M. Holy Day: Eucharistic Service ................................ 6:00 A.M. Masses ............................... 8:30 A.M. & 7:00 P.M. Weekdays: Eucharistic Service Mon.—Fri. .............. 6:30 A.M. Morning Mass Mon.— Sat. ……………..8:30 A.M. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 P.M.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Pre-marriage instructions required. Arrangements must be made by the engaged couple, in person, at the Rectory six months prior to the wedding.
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY: For membership info or assistance call the Rectory. Confidentiality assured. MINISTRY OF CARE Jane Dunne, Coordinator — 708-499-9808 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL 10240 South St. Louis Open daily from 9:00 A.M. until 9:00 P.M.
Registration of New Parishioners: Please register at the Rectory at your earliest opportunity.
Moving: Please notify the Rectory of your departure or of a new address in the parish.
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