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
The month of November is a time for reflecting and remembering. We began the month by celebrating the Feast of All Saints followed by the Feast of All Souls. During these days we reflect on those people who remained faithful to God and were elevated to sainthood or who were people in our lives, that were part of our families and were inspirations to us, whom we loved and now remembered as part of the faithful departed.
Through their loss, we draw from the strength and values that were important to them that give us courage and hope.
The readings from Scripture ask us to focus on what talents and abilities do we have that give back to the Lord? How are we investing our time and talents and preparing for the second coming? What is our image of God? Is it a God that we are inspired by to use the talents and abilities we possess or is it a God that we fear will punish us causing us to doubt and refrain from using our talents? How do we want to be remembered? As a people who used their resources and faith to share Christ with others, namely the good and faithful servant, or as a people who squandered their opportunity to get to know God in their life? You decide!
Today we welcome our 7th and 8th grade students from School and from Saturday Faith Formation class to the 9:30am Family Mass. It is wonderful to celebrate special occasions as a parish family. I am grateful for the families who joined us to celebrate this event.
Don’t forget to bring in your food donations before or after Mass to the St. Joseph room to support the Queen of Martyrs Parish Outreach (formerly St. Vincent de Paul Society) annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Your generosity and contribution is truly appreciated.
A bit of good news: We received a rebate check for $5,384.74 from the Annual Catholic Appeal. I am encouraging those who have yet to fulfill their pledges to do so. Another rebate check will be coming to us in March. The rebate indicates that our parish fulfilled its pledge and surpassed it. I am grateful for your efforts in this matter.
I invite all the families to join us this Thursday as we observe Thanksgiving for the 9:00am Mass. It’s our opportunity to thank God for all that has been given to us. It’s a great way to start the day—praying as a parish community.
Remember to come to the Parish Consultation meeting for a new pastor, Wednesday, November 29 at 7:00pm in Vitha Hall—see the bulletin insert.
Have a good week.
God Bless,
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Sharing your talents, time and treasure.
Last Week Year-To-Date Amount Needed ................. $10,000 .................... $190,000 Amount Collected ................ $9,511 .................... $151,652 Online Giving ........................... $570 ........................ $9,500 Surplus (Deficit) ......................... $81. .................... $(28,848) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 284
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—November 5, 2017
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
Last Week Year-To-Date Amount Needed ..................$10,000 .................... $200,000 Amount Collected .................$8,256 .................... $159,908 Online Giving ........................... $572 ...................... $10,072 Surplus (Deficit) ................... $(1,172). .................. $(30,020) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 279
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—November 12, 2017
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Queen of Martyrs Parish Outreach
Sandwich Schedule for Adult Members at 9:00 A.M. in the Convent on the following Wednesdays:
2017 November 29
December 13 & 27
On Monday, November 6th, Envelope No. 0278 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $11,918.00.
On Monday, November 13th, Envelope No. 2168 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $13,048.00.
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 11/06/17 & 11/13/17
Today’s gospel presents the parable of the talents. Two of the three servants invest and double their talents while the third hides his away in fear of losing it. We have all been given talents by the Lord to share with others. How you use your talents is up to you. Will you find ways to share your talents with others to try to help make the world a better place?
Also, Happy Thanksgiving to all. Let’s not forget to thank the Lord for all we have.
Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
Become a Committed Adorer. Call Marion at (708) 424-8433 for more information or sign up at the Adoration Chapel.
FOOD DRIVE Don’t forget to stop by the St. Joseph’s room to return your brown bag with your food drive
donations before and after masses this weekend. We will be there until 1:00 pm on Sunday.
We will continue to accept gift cards from Target, Kohl’s, Wal-Mart and Walgreens to share with our clients for Christmas needs. You can leave them at the rectory or bring them in on the day of the food drive.
As always, your continued generosity and support is greatly appreciated!
Sponsor-A-Family Sponsored by
Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic Charities
Sponsor-A-Family is back for Christmas this year!
Catholic Charities have provided us five families to provide Christmas for. Each family has two to three members. Or you can sponsor one family member. Past experience shows that spending $50 - $75 per family member goes a long way toward granting many of their wishes. With all the bargains out there, it is amazing how much can be purchased (especially on Black Friday)! They ask for the gifts to be new and unwrapped. No gift cards please! Why not help our school and purchase gift cards from our Sharing program to purchase the gifts.
Gifts may be dropped off on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Incarnation Church (5757 W. 127th St. Palos Heights, Il. from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please contact JoAnne at 773-520-7454 or [email protected] to obtain a family! Thank you for your generosity.
The first of the public rituals celebrated in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the Rite of Acceptance into the order of Catechumens (for unbaptized Catechumens) and the Rite of
Welcome (for baptized adult candidates preparing to celebrate Confirmation and Eucharist in the Catholic Church). An important moment in the Rite is when each candidate is asked if they are ready to accept the Gospel Way of Life. Their affirmation is a public expression of their intention to follow the way of Jesus Christ. The candidates are also marked by the sign of the cross by our priest and their sponsors. With this ancient mark, they are claimed for Christ. On Sunday, Nov. 26, we will have our candidate join us at the 11:30 a.m. Mass to celebrate this rite. As the assembled Church, we celebrate this ritual by blessing our Inquirers, listening to them, praying for them, giving evidence of the spirit of our Christian community, inviting them into our hearts, and passing on to them our beliefs, traditions and all that we hold sacred and cherish. Please keep our Inquirer in your thoughts and prayers in the coming months. Welcome Candidate Nadia Garafolo.
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Questions about QMYM? Contact Tina O’Shea at [email protected]
Queen of Martyrs Faith Formation
+Religious Education Class takes place on Saturday from 9:30-11am. No Class November 25th. Classes resume December 2nd [Reconciliation for grades 3-8]. Join us December 9th for our Advent Prayer Service at 9:45 in the Church.+
May God’s great mercy continue to be granted to those who seek it, especially our First Reconciliation students. Our 2nd grade classes celebrated the Sacrament this Saturday. We are truly blessed.
+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]+
+If you are interested in being a catechist and sharing our faith with the young people of this community please contact Tina O’Shea.+ Phone: 708-422-1647 Email: [email protected]
Religious Education Program
Queen of Martyrs Youth Ministry
FIX MY EYES ON YOU
CRHPsgiving Sunday, November 26 ALL CRHPies welcome.
Please bring a food item to share!
Christ Renews His Parish
Teen Retreat YIKES ON BIKES
Our pilgrimage concluded Saturday evening with Mass in the Lucas Oil Stadium with 22 thousand teens and adult leaders. Thank you for your prayers and support in making it possible for teens from QMYM to experience this leadership, faith enriching conference. Look for reflections in the bulletin this December!! We learned how we are Called. Called to Serve; Called to Listen; Called to More, Called to Love.
PARISH LIBRARY NEWS "The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal
Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus," by Lee Strobel. This is no "holier than thou" book. It will appeal to guys for sure, because the author takes no prisoners. He once was an atheist, but the Holy Spirit won the battle thanks to a secret weapon called Grace. The author's search for truth about history's real life miracle man, Jesus, is surprisingly easy to read. Strobel stacks up the evidence as he cross-examines a dozen experts. It's a fantastic book for those away from the church, or for those in the pews who want answers to questions they were afraid to ask. Strobel has a journalism degree from the University of Missouri and a Master's from Yale Law School. He was also the award-winning legal editor of the Chicago Tribune. Find our "library nook" in Martyrs' Cry Room. Take a look and take a book, before or after Masses each weekend. For more info, call Terri, at (773) 239-1041.
Youth Leadership Board Next meeting for the YLB Team is THIS Sunday
11/19 at 5pm!! If you are interested in being a part of the leadership team for QMYM contact Tina.
Holy Name Men’s Club meeting on Monday, November 20th at 7 PM in Vitha Hall. We are bringing back the Turkey Shoot!!! Come out and show your skills. Food, Beverages,
MNF and Fun. Hope to see you there and as always, Bring a friend!!!
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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 Bob Sigel Shirley Evans Lauren McGovern Judy Ulrich
Daniel Waters
Raymond Farano May Mesco 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 & 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 Mike Slomski—US Marine—nephew of Steve & Mary Currier David Slomski—US Army—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].
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 5th and 6th Graders Enjoy Halloween Labs
Mrs. Creevy’s Science students worked in groups to explore the properties of Slime and to use their sense of smell. The 5th Grade students made slime and discussed the property of polymers. The students observed the slime turning from a liquid state to a solid state. They enjoyed participating in this “Ghoulish” Lab.
Mrs. Creevy’s Sixth Grade students participated in a “Smell” Lab. They were given “Jelly Belly” scented jelly beans. The students were asked to describe the candies shape, size, and color. The jelly beans were then cut open for the students to smell and try to guess the flavor. Some of the jelly beans used were rotten egg and sausage scented. Needless to say the students preferred the more
pleasant scented ones such as the vanilla and watermelon flavors!
The students were excited to take part in the Halloween Labs. They were wearing red on that day in observance of Queen of Martyrs “Red Ribbon Week!
Nov. 25 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) E. Langle P. McKenna Altar Servers C. Murray M. Perez E. Perez Nov. 26 7:30 AM TBD TBD (L) J. McMahon M. Walsh Altar Servers J. McKenna M. McKenna O. McShane 9:30 AM TBD TBD (L) T. Scott J. Springer Altar Servers N. Kramer D. Polselli J. Polselli 11:30 AM TBD TBD (L) K. Lang D. Parisi Altar Servers D. Reyes J. Cronin L. Dougherty 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers A. Kenzinger
MONDAY — Nov. 20 2017 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Hector Dillon James Maloney TUESDAY — Nov. 21, 2017—The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — William Bigott Joseph Tokarczyk, Jr. WEDNESDAY— Nov. 22, 2017—St. Cecilia 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Thomas Leonard Judy Mitchell THURSDAY — Nov. 23, 2017—Thanksgiving Day; St. Clement St. Columban, Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro 6:30 AM— Communion Service 9:00 AM— William Spratt Sr. & LaVearl Spratt Bernard O’Reilly FRIDAY — Nov. 24, 2017—St. Andres Dung-Lac 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Albert & Mare Gardner Gretchen Dingee SATURDAY — Nov. 25, 2017—St. Catherine of Alexandria 8:30 AM — Fiske Family Walter Swieciki 4:00 PM— Catherin Baron Frank Scheurell, Sr. & Frank Scheuerell, Jr. SUNDAY — Nov. 26, 2017—Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 7:30 AM — Ruth Egan Betty Engmann 9:30 AM — Matt Wade Billy Deering Thomas Walsh 11:30 AM — Ronald Horn Jan Moran Kathy Gutsuckas 4:00 PM— Florence Ryan Mary Fergus
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Altar Servers
Week Days November 20—25, 2017 8:30 AM
Mon., Nov. 20 — J. Fitzmaurice, D. Gargano Tues., Nov. 21 — Adult Servers Wed., Nov. 22 — Adult Servers Thur., Nov. 23 — Adult Servers Fri., Nov. 24 — Adult Servers Sat., Nov. 25 — 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 Carole Prendergast 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.
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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