Rev. Edward M. Mikolajczyk, Pastor Rev. Christopher Kituli, Associate Pastor Rev. Thomas McCarthy, OSA, Weekend Associate Rev. Rich Young, OSA, Weekend Associate Rev. Paul Galetto, OSA, Weekend Assoicate Robert Landuyt, Permanent Deacon
QUEEN OF MARTYRS CHURCH Evergreen Park, Illinois
January 28, 2018 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Sunday, at the 9:30AM Mass, marks the beginning of Catholic Schools Week. It is an opportunity for our school to highlight the creative approach happening in the classroom setting through use of iPads, Chromebooks and computers. We are blest to have a dedicated faculty and staff who believe in quality education and who challenge
our students to strive toward academic success. Under the guidance of our principal, Mrs. Kathleen Tomaszewski, there is a commitment to ensure that learning is taking place in the classroom and that we are supporting our students in various ways to achieve academic excellence. I would invite you to stop by after 9:30AM Mass and visit our “Open House” to see how our students are learning and observe the process and end results of the classroom work they have achieved. There also will be an Open House on Wednesday evening from 5:30PM until 7:00PM, followed by Family Bingo in the gym from 7:00PM to 8:00PM. Tours of the school will also be available on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening. Stop by the Book Fair or listen and observe the Hall of Authors presented by our 7th grade students. I am proud of all the efforts our teachers and staff do to prepare our students for their entrance into high school. Stop by and see what Queen of Martyrs has to offer. You won’t be disappointed.
Next Sunday, throughout the Archdiocese, we will launch the Annual Catholic Appeal for 2018. The theme for this year’s appeal is “Come Follow Me”. In the bulletin today, is a brochure explaining how your pledges are used. I would ask you to read the brochure as you prepare to make your pledge this year. Our goal as a parish this year is to reach $31,850. This target is based on 6% of last year’s offertory collection. Last year we went over our target goal and received a rebate back to the parish. With your continued support, my hope is that we can achieve and reach our goal for this year.
If you are looking for ways to be involved in the parish, I would ask you to consider attending the 2-part session of being a Minister of Care training at St. Germaine Parish on Saturday, March 3rd and 10th from 9:00AM until 2:30PM (bring a bagged lunch) or being a Eucharistic Minister at St. Symphorosa Parish on Thursday, February 8th and 15th from 7:00PM until 9:00PM both days.
A reminder that Lent begins February 14. Baptisms are not celebrated during Lent. February 11th is the last time before Lent. Baptisms will resume on Easter Sunday, April 1st.
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 ................... $300,000 Amount Collected ................. $7,724 ................... $248,820 Online Giving ........................... $465 ..................... $16,467 Surplus (Deficit) .................. ($1,811). .................. $(34,713) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 274
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—January 21, 2018
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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!
Queen of Martyrs Parish Outreach
Sandwich Schedule for Adult Members at 9:00 A.M. in the Convent on the following Wednesdays:
2018 February 7 & 21
March 7 & 21
On Monday, January 22nd, Envelope No. 2353 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $1,065.00. 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 01/22/18
Again, this week we are encouraged to listen to and follow the words of Jesus. As Lent approaches, have you given any thought to your personal Lenten intentions? Do you plan to share your Christian beliefs as Jesus did – by example? Remember, your actions do speak louder than words.
Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
“He commands even the unclean spirits and they obey him.”
(Mk 1:27)
One of the first miracles at the start of Jesus’ public ministry was an exorcism in the synagogue at Capernaum. In the Divine Presence of Jesus, evil is destroyed.
Jesus is truly present in Eucharistic Adoration – Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. Come to Him and in His Divine Presence you will receive the grace to live your life without anxieties, placing your faith, hope and trust in Him who has all authority.
Become a Committed Eucharistic Adorer. Sign up at the Adoration Chapel or for more information call, Marion at (708) 424-8433.
Total Parishioners Pledged:……………………………… 283 Total Pledges:……………………………………... $494,713.00 Ending Balance as of 12/31/17 In “To Teach Who Christ Is” Account:…..………..$56,201.75
Pray The Holy Rosary
Father Tom McCarthy, O.S.A. will share an hour-long presentation on the Mysteries and background history of the Rosary as he leads us in this beautiful prayer on Saturday February 17, 2018. Come and learn the power of the Rosary, and why it works! We will gather at Queen of Martyrs’ Church at 10233 South Central Park Avenue, Evergreen Park IL. Doors open at 9:00am. Father Tom will begin promptly at 9:30am. All women and men are welcome!
Cash & Carry News…
Cash & Carry Upcoming Dates & Locations
January 28—Vitha Hall (Gym) February 4—St. Joseph’s Room February 11—St. Joseph’s Room
Join Us for “First Sunday”
beginning
Sunday February 4th
• A time of fellowship and food after the 9:30am
Mass in the St. Joseph’s Room, held on the First Sunday of each month
• Open to ALL people of the parish • Come and meet your fellow parishioners, and learn
more about the many wonderful things going on at Queen of Martyrs.
• Sponsored, free of charge, by Women’s Ministries
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Questions about QMYM? Contact Tina O’Shea at [email protected]
Queen of Martyrs Faith Formation
+Please be sure to check out the Faith Formation link on the school website for more information and to sign up for Service Experiences. [qmschool.com]+
********************************************************************* +QM is celebrating this week as ONE BODY. Our week will be filled with prayer for teachers, vocations, the students, families, community and nation. Be sure to join us for various activities throughout the week.
****************************************************************** +Thank you to all the students and teachers who participated in today’s liturgy celebration.
****************************************************************** +This Tuesday, 1/30/18, we are Celebrating Community. Stop by the St. Joseph’s Room after 8:30am Mass for coffee and rolls.
****************************************************************** +No Class on 2/10/18. Register for the Chicago Faith Congress at Loyola for a day of learning and reflection. ********************************************************************* Questions: contact Tina O’Shea.+ Phone: 708-422-1647 Email: [email protected]
Religious Education Program
Queen of Martyrs Youth Ministry
QMYM
Mission Trip 2018 Registration begins THIS SUNDAY!! Bring your
non-refundable deposit and forms to the Youth Room at 6:30pm.
Contact Tina to join the theme team, to help create the prayer journal or if you have questions about the
Mission Trip. If you are an adult leader interested in learning more
about joining the Mission Trip team; please contact Tina.
Hello to all women in Queen of Martyrs Parish! Over the next couple months, we will be “spotlighting” the leaders of our next CRHP Retreat, which is February 24-25, 2018. If you have any questions, or are interested in attending, please do not hesitate to reach out to the women you see here. Questions can also be emailed to Mary Pat Anders at [email protected] or Terry Reidy [email protected].
Pictured here is Terry Reidy. She has been a member of Queen of Martyrs Parish for 20 years. Terry is a teacher, committed to bettering the lives of her students.
What she got out of CRHP: Greater appreciation of my faith, family, and friends. Describe CRHP in one word: Peace
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Connect to the Vine
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Join us Saturday 2/17 after 4pm Mass in the gym!!
Issue Meetings are held once a month. Last week we had an engaging conversation about
what impacts our self-image both negatively and positively. What do you see when you look in the mirror
and what can’t you see that defines you?? Join us next time to talk about Social Media
on Sunday February 25th at 7:30pm in the Youth Room!
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Luke Amelio Vikki Finkel Shirley Muno Bill Barts Carl Gonzalez Jacqueline Olsen Jerry Becmer Lauren Graver Patricia Peil Maddux Blunt Jean Harazin Alex Pier Tim Brennen Joyce Hoff Richard Pollack Jack Carr Michael Kelly Laura Dixon Price Jan & Jack Clisham Conor Kilmartin Daniel Ramsden Carol Coleman William Lass Sue Reidel Janice Della Posta Teresa Li Elizabeth Reilly Don DiFilippo Jim & Pamela Matusiak Mary Schneider William Dillon Terry McKee Judy Ulrich Shirley Evans Lauren McGovern Bob Warda
Raymond Farano May Mesco Daniel Waters
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 & 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 2LT David Jackson Jr.- US Army - Son of Dave & Tricia Jackson Major 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 SPC Sean Martin—US Army—son of Bob & Kathy Martin Sgt. First Class Wayne Mutnansky Lt. John Mutnansky Sergeant Clifford Oskvarek—USMC—son of Chuck & Carol Oskvarek Colin Prendergast—son of Carole Prendergast Colonel Ellen Shannon-Ball—daughter of Barbara & sister of Jack Shannon Master Gunnery Sergeant Michael J. Slomski—USMC — nephew of Steve & Mary Currier 1LT Martin J. Springer - US Army—son of John Springer 1LT 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 Give Literacy Feedback to Their Peers
As part of lesson on writing, Mrs. Creevy’s students were given an assignment to write a narrative essay. They were instructed to tell about their experience in a interesting and informative manner. The students were encouraged to focus on creating amazing content. As a way of generating enthusiasm about the writing process, Mrs. Creevy asked her students to read each others essays. Each student was asked to provide thoughtful suggestions and feedback. The students moved from desk to desk reading the stories and writing comments on feedback sheets. The students really enjoyed reviewing the comments and using their peers ideas to improve their papers.
Tuesday, February 13th Queen of Martyrs Gym
Coach Melean’s team plays at 7:10 Coach Hogan’s team plays at 8:00
Dads vs. Son at 8:40
Feb. 3 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers M. Perez E. Perez G. Ward Feb. 4 7:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers J. Fitzmaurice J. Fitzmaurice D. Gargano 9:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers N. Kramer R. Smith J. Schmitt 11:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers D. Reyes D. Polselli J. Polselli 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers K. Quinn M. Radgowski A. Kenzinger
MONDAY — Jan. 29, 2018 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Bernadine Olson Living & Deceased members of the Kukulski & Liberacki Families TUESDAY — Jan. 30, 2018 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Charlie Smith Living & Deceased members of the Spalla Family WEDNESDAY— Jan. 31, 2018—St. John Bosco 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Adam John Ellingson THURSDAY — Feb. 1, 2018 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Matthew Brannigan FRIDAY — Feb. 2, 2018—The Presentation of the Lord 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Joan & Richard Kimble John Leonard, Jr. SATURDAY — Feb. 3, 2018—St. Blaise & St. Ansgar 8:30 AM — Helen & Fred Zellmann James & Margaret O’Malley 4:00 PM— Gerard Keller Florence Ryan Don Manarik Gloria Sullivan SUNDAY — Feb. 4, 2018—5th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM — Parishioners of Queen of Martyrs 9:30 AM — John & Annie Costigan David Mahay Elly Lotti 11:30 AM — Bert Kouba Helen Dolan 4:00 PM— The Students of Queen of Martyrs Parish
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Altar Servers
Week Days January 29—February 3, 2018 8:30 AM
Mon., Jan. 29 — C. Byrd, J. Schmitt Tues., Jan. 31 — M. Perez, E. Perez, D. Polselli Wed., Jan. 31 — M. McKenna, J. Davies Thur., Feb. 1 — R. Bonilla, A. Rosas Fri., Feb. 2 — A. Clark, J. Polselli Sat., Feb. 3 — Adult Servers
RECTORY 10233 S. Central Park Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805 708-423-8110 FAX 423-7372 Parish Secretary: Janine Missey Operations Director: Cynthia Cochran Administrative Assistant: Peggy Klein Bulletin Editor: [email protected] MUSIC DIRECTOR 708-423-8110 COORDINATOR OF FAITH FORMATION Tina O’Shea Religious Education Program—[email protected] Office Phone: 708-422-1647 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 Janice Bolster, 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. 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.
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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