Rev. Martin T. Marren, Pastor Rev. Christopher Kituli, Associate Pastor Rev. Paul Galetto, OSA, Weekend Associate Robert Landuyt, Permanent Deacon
QUEEN OF MARTYRS CHURCH Evergreen Park, Illinois
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Sharing your talents, time and treasure.
On Monday, July 15th, Envelope No. 0479 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $915.00.
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 07/15/19
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—July 14, 2019
Last Week Year-To-Date Amount Needed ................. $10,000 ...................... $30,000 Amount Collected ................ $6,819 ...................... $21,205 Online Giving ........................... $510 ........................ $1,175 Surplus (Deficit) ................... $(2,671). .................... $(7,120) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 250
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
From the desk of the Associate Pastor… Quit trying to keep up. What an incredible Sunday; what a great day to celebrate our faith in Jesus; what a powerful sign your presence is to our world as we resolve to live that faith as disciples of Jesus. Thank you for your courageous witness, for your desire to refresh your faith and for your commitment to living the good news of Jesus. Some time ago, I read the following observation in an old newspaper column that offered a critique about life these days for some in America. “The trick to happy living these days is to quit trying to keep up. There is simply too much to keep up with and people who try end up weeping because they still haven’t gotten the iPhone 8, can no longer tell the difference between a Lexus and an Infiniti, and their friend’s vacation pictures posted on Facebook seem far more interesting than their own. … It’s a glorious time to be alive in our great country, but the glories come at us so relentlessly, so multitudinously, that they will finish us off unless we ration the intake.” In other words, while we live in a wonderful land, it’s fair to say that we often become so self-absorbed and preoccupied with pursuing and maintaining a life-style that we can miss out on life itself. Today’s gospel, taken from a very different era and culture than our own, is a perfect reminder of that fact. Martha’s anxiety in providing for her guests is understandable. What isn’t acceptable to Jesus, however, is her self-absorption, (trying to keep up), Martha’s self-preoccupation and resentment led her to break the rules of hospitality far more than her sister did. In many respects, Martha was just as self-consumed as were the priest and Levite who refused to do a thing for the poor man who fell prey to robbers on the road to Jericho. Martha was focused on herself. Mary was focused upon her guest. Therein we come face to face with what is required for authentic discipleship and holiness: Love – selfless, sacrificial love. Recall again the words chosen for today’s second reading from the first letter of John. “In this way the love of God was revealed to us: God sent his only Son into the world so that we might have life through him. In this is love: not that we have loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as expiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also must love one another.” Dear friends in Jesus, for all that you bring to this moment of prayer, for all of the challenges of life that distract you from the path to holiness that you seek to embrace, for all of the hope that rests within your hearts as you seek to deepen your faith, for the selfless love that you so generously seek to pour into the lives that God has entrusted to your care, know of this great promise that comes to us from Word of God proclaimed this day. “If we love one another, God remains in us, and his love is brought to perfection in us.” Amen! Have a good week, Fr. Chris
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Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
“Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things. There is need of only one
thing. Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her.”
(Luke10:41) Are you “anxious and troubled about many things”? Come to Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration obeying the Psalm: “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Ps 46:10) He waits patiently for your visit. Become a Committed Adorer. Sign up at the Adoration Chapel or contact: Marion at (708) 424-8433. Tues, July 23rd at 3pm – Holy Hour for the Protection of Human Life Thurs, July 25th at 8pm – Holy Hour for Priests Daily at 3pm – Divine Mercy Chaplet
Please consider including Queen of Martyrs Parish in your estate plans. If you wish to generously remember Queen
of Martyrs Parish in your will, ensuring its growth and vitality for years to come, you may include the following general statement: I give (the sum of )* to Queen of Martyrs Parish, located in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Please contact pastor Fr. Marty Marren at 708-423-8110 or Brendan Keating, Sr. Director of Planned Giving at 312.534.5271 or [email protected] for more information. *You may also give a percentage of your estate, or a specific asset.
Queen of Martyrs Parish Outreach
Sandwich Schedule for Adult Members at 9:00 a.m. in the Convent on the following Wednesdays:
2019 July 24
August 7 & 21
“In the very nature of every human being has been sown the seed of the ability to love. You and I ought to welcome this seed, cultivate it carefully, nourish it attentively, and foster its growth by going to the school of God’s commandments with the help of God’s grace.” (St. Basil the Great) Last week we were told to love our neighbor as ourselves. This week we see several examples of sharing love with others. Our teens return-ing from Harlan this weekend will be sharing their stories of love in the coming weeks. Don’t forget to take a bag today to share your love with those in need next weekend!
Are you looking for summer excitement??
Come join us Thursday nights for Bingo. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m.
Bring a friend and your luck Hope to see you there!!
Save the date!
Martyrs Fest 2019 September 20, 21 & 22
Raffle tickets will be available at the rectory and after all Masses beginning NEXT weekend.
Tickets $50.00
Only 1000 will be sold 1st prize $ 10,000—2nd and 3rd $2,500
4th-8th $1,000 9th-10th $500
We are looking for sellers after Masses. If interested, please contact Bob Pellegrini at 773-852-3209 or email [email protected] or Pam Ryback 773-445-9703.
Next weekend, we will have a second collection for the 2019 Mission Co-Op Plan. Mr. Bud O’Connor will be speaking at each Mass regarding ministries that proclaim the love of Jesus around the world.
IT’S ALMOST HERE!
The Christmas in July Food Drive sponsored by Queen of Martyrs Parish Outreach is
next weekend (July 27 & 28). Please take a bag home with you today and return it next weekend with nonperishable food items, cleaning goods,
paper products, or personal items. We will be taking donations in the St. Joseph’s room before and after all
masses Saturday and Sunday morning. If you can’t drop off food that weekend, please make a monetary donation
in the envelope (which can be left at the rectory during the week). Gift cards are also welcome if you prefer.
All donations are welcome — remember, no donation is too small!
Thank you for your generosity!
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Notice: Bulletin articles must be received in the Rectory office by Noon on Mondays. Please drop them off or e-mail them to [email protected].
Thank you!
Questions about QMYM? Contact Tina O’Shea at [email protected]
Queen of Martyrs Faith Formation
Registration for 2019-2020 school year is closed until August!!
Contact the Faith Formation Office by email with any questions!!
We are seeking more catechists for the 2019-2020 school year!!
*All volunteers must be in compliance with Protecting God’s Children*
Questions: contact Tina O’Shea Email: [email protected]
Religious Education Program Youth Ministry
QMYM
Mission Trip 2019
Welcome Home Mass THIS Sunday July 21st at 4pm
Thank you for all the prayers & support. We can’t wait to tell you all about our week in Harlan!!
Reflections Coming Soon
Next Game is Monday July 22nd !! Be there at 6pm!
More summer adventures including the zoo and waterpark taking place in August!!
Marist High School is proud to announce that the following students from Queen of Martyrs Parish have earned recognition for their academic excellence during the recently concluded semester. Dean’s List: Colleen Barry, John Bounardj, Mary Clare Brusek, Hannah Craven, Liam Dougherty, Allison Graff, Devin Guest, Hunter Guest, Sarah Hughes, Grace Molenhouse, Jack Molenhouse, Maxwell Monterastelli, Molly O'Connor, Maeve Poole, Regan Rayl, Kelly Ryan, Sarah Scott, Bridget Smith, Jenna Solcani, Ava Stercic, Lauren Vopicka Honors: Kelly Arvesen, Grace Arvesen, Margaret Bojan, Nicholas Bounardj, Taylor Bounardj, Benjamin Burchett, Emma Davies, Sean Doyle, Emily Goosherst, Kayla Guinn, Rebecca Herrera, Madison Kuziela, Samuel Laurencell, Morah McGovern, Luke McGuire, Moira McGuire, Christopher Minnick, Nora Poole, Kathleen Reidy, Aidan Rosas, Haley Tracy
Brother Rice High School is proud to announce that the following students from Queen of Martyrs Parish have earned recognition for their academic excellence during the recently concluded semester.
Superior Honors (GPA of 4.6 or better): Quinn Clifford, Declan Docherty, Connor Melean, Martin Murray, Matthew Reidy, Daniel Spellman High Honors (GPA of 3.8 or better): Nicholas Currier, Sean Deane, James Hogan, Matthew Houlihan, Michael Kinnerk, Aidan McGuire, Sean McNally, Kevin O’Shea, Jr. Ryan Rice “B” Honors (GPA of 3.0 or better): Brian Cavanaugh, Joseph Eloby, Patrick Flynn, Adam Homel, Brian McCann, Kevin Plumb, John Rice, Patrick Walsh, Jack Zupan
De La Salle Institute is proud to announce that the following students from Queen of Martyrs Parish have
earned recognition for their academic excellence during the recently concluded semester. Honors: Matthew Boehm and Dominic Richko
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MOVING??? Please call the Rectory and let us know. 708-423-8110
Queen of Martyrs School Alums Travel to Harlen, Kentucky
So excited to see so many Queen of Martyrs graduates participate in Mass this past Sunday to help send them off on the annual Queen of Martyrs Youth Ministry Mission Trip to Harlan, Kentucky! Ms. Tina O’Shea, Q of M’s Youth Ministry Leader, is guiding a large contingent of young adults to show our church in action, igniting God’s love! Prayers were said for a safe and successful trip! The Mission Trip Team acts as ambassadors for Christ throughout the Service Trip! They
will be gone for one week helping to build houses and more importantly build hope for those in need. They work hard to be that “Someone who make other’s look forward to tomorrow!” The Queen of Martyrs Alumni and their fellow team members realize that “The meaning of life is to find your gifts and the purpose of life is to give those gifts away!” They should be so proud of their service to others as they live out their Catholic Faith!
The current pot is over $10,900 and growing!
While They Serve…
We pray for our Parishioners and the Relatives of Parishioners who are serving in the Military
and protecting us… Matthew Beemsterboer; Sgt. Daniel Birmingham; Ted Bos; Jade Guest; LT David Jackson Jr.; Major Daniel R. Johnson; Colton Kielbasa; Lance Corporal Patrick J Kinnerk; SPC Sean Martin; Sgt. First Class Wayne Mutnansky; Lt. John Mutnansky; Captain Chris O'Neil; Sergeant Clifford Oskvarek; Colonel Ellen Shannon-Ball; Master Gunnery Sergeant Michael J. Slomski; Capt. Martin J. Springer; Capt. Robert J. Springer and Sgt. Steven Surdynski 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].
****IF your relative is NO LONGER serving, please call the Rectory office so we can remove them from our list.***
—Thank you
Looking for Class of 1969 classmates for 50 year reunion this fall.
Please 'like' our Facebook page facebook/queenofmartyrsschool class of 1969
or text/call 312-388-1973 with your contact info.
July 27 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) M. Walsh S. Lorimer Altar Servers TBD TBD July 28 7:30 AM TBD TBD (L) J. McMahon K. Boucher Altar Servers O. Regalado S. Sheehy A. Smith 9:30 AM TBD TBD (L) P. Remiasz P. McKenna Altar Servers J. Glennon M. Glennon L. Kramer 11:30 AM TBD TBD (L) J. Donnelly J. Donnelly Altar Servers G. Gertonson N. Gertonson G. Rivera 4:00 PM (EM) A. Biondo M. Reidy P. McGann K. McShane B. Reidy (L) L. Reidy Altar Servers B. Biondo J. Schmitt M. Schmitt
MONDAY July 22, 2019—St. Mary Magdalene 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Art Bischoff Adeline Willing Jose G. Marcias TUESDAY — July 23, 2019—St. Bridget 6:30 AM — Communion Service 8:30 AM— Luke & Eileen Marren Karen Hedderman
WEDNESDAY— July 24, 2019—St. Sharbel Makhluf 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Deceased & living members of the Flaherty/Mason families
THURSDAY— July 25, 2019—St. James 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Parishioners of Queen of Martyrs
FRIDAY — July 26, 2019—Ss. Joachim & Anne 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Rosemary Hector SATURDAY— July 27, 2019—BVM 8:30 AM— Casey, Mark & Matthew Maciasz 2:00 PM— Quinceanara 4:00 PM— Theresa & Gerald Refermat Jim Mitchell Greg Ceh
SUNDAY — July 28, 2019—17th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM — Parishioners of Queen of Martyrs 9:30 AM — Pat Evans Michelle Porter Tom Siefert 11:30 AM — Patricia Smith Tom Siefert Carmen Langle 4:00 PM — Faculty & Staff of Queen of Martyrs
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Jannice Demitro Julie McNicholas
Patrick Ferguson
Susan Reidl
Altar Servers
Week Days July 22—27, 2019 8:30 AM
May They Rest in Peace
Georgene Mitchell Barbara Hofbauer
Milton Olson Charlotte Casper Carmen Langle Thomas Siefert
Rev. Lawrence Malcolm
Mon., July 22 — Adult Servers Tues., July 23 — Adult Servers Wed., July 24 — Adult Servers Thur., July 25 — Adult Servers Fri., July 26 — Adult Servers Sat., July 27 — Adult Servers
Please Pray for Our Sick Relatives and Friends
Prayer is a powerful prescription for whatever ails you. Please remember our sick in your prayers:
Liturgy Schedule Eucharistic Ministers Lectors
RECTORY 10233 S. Central Park Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805 708-423-8110 FAX 423-7372 Website: www.queeofmartyrschurch.com Parish Secretary: Janine Missey Operations Director: Connie McLaughlin Administrative Assistant: Peggy Klein Bulletin Editor: [email protected] MUSIC DIRECTOR Theresa Ward 708-423-8110 x19 [email protected] COORDINATOR OF FAITH FORMATION Tina O’Shea Religious Education Program—[email protected] Youth Ministry—[email protected] 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 Carolyn McDonough, Coordinator — 708-423-8120
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. Holy Day: Masses .............................. 6:30 A.M., 8:30 A.M. Evening Mass ......................... Check the bulletin 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 3:45 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.
QM PARISH OUTREACH (Formerly St. Vincent de Paul 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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