Rev. Edward M. Mikolajczyk, Pastor Rev. Christopher Kituli, Associate Pastor Rev. Thomas McCarthy, OSA, Weekend Associate Rev. Robert Guessetto, 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 Cooper Bagdon McKinley Bagdon Sadianne Berg Jonathan Biesty Seamus Blake William Bochenczak Morgan Brady Maya Cisneros Joseph Cius Alexander Czoski Shannon Dart Ava Enright Sean Eppenstein Elizabeth Farritor Carmella Ferguson Drew Fiedler Anthony Fratto Frank Garofolo Julia Guditis Caroline Gutrich Ryan Hammelmann Ciara Hanlon Bradley Hoff Jake Lopez Emma Lou Manning Nicholas Mayoski Dominic McCann Frankie Miceli Elizabeth Oldenburger Anna O’Leary Conor O’Leary Dylan O’Leary Quinn O’Neill Sydney O’Shea Lily Palmer Nora Panarese Emma Pater Megan Perry Alexander Pet Leah Preabt Timothy Reidy Anna Reynolds Tyler Schied Mia Schmitt Lillian Siefert Kaitlyn Sullivan Mollie Sullivan Jennifer Summers Patrick Sweeney Madison Towers Grace Tresch Francesca Troglia Julietta Vences God Bless Our First Reconciliation Children November 19, 2016 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe November 20, 2016
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Rev. Edward M. Mikolajczyk, Pastor Rev. Christopher Kituli, Associate Pastor Rev. Thomas McCarthy, OSA, Weekend Associate Rev. Robert Guessetto, 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
Cooper Bagdon McKinley Bagdon
Sadianne Berg Jonathan Biesty
Seamus Blake William Bochenczak
Morgan Brady Maya Cisneros
Joseph Cius Alexander Czoski
Shannon Dart Ava Enright
Sean Eppenstein Elizabeth Farritor Carmella Ferguson
Drew Fiedler Anthony Fratto Frank Garofolo
Julia Guditis Caroline Gutrich
Ryan Hammelmann Ciara Hanlon Bradley Hoff Jake Lopez
Emma Lou Manning Nicholas Mayoski
Dominic McCann Frankie Miceli
Elizabeth Oldenburger Anna O’Leary Conor O’Leary Dylan O’Leary Quinn O’Neill Sydney O’Shea
Lily Palmer Nora Panarese Emma Pater Megan Perry Alexander Pet Leah Preabt
Timothy Reidy Anna Reynolds
Tyler Schied Mia Schmitt
Lillian Siefert Kaitlyn Sullivan Mollie Sullivan
Jennifer Summers Patrick Sweeney Madison Towers
Grace Tresch Francesca Troglia Julietta Vences
God Bless Our First Reconciliation Children
November 19, 2016
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe November 20, 2016
Today we celebrate the feast of Christ the King. It is a celebration of God’s reconciling love for us. The image of Christ the King on the cross emphasizes God’s presence with us. He offers us a love, along with salvation that no one else can give. He doesn’t wear a crown made out of jewels and gold. His crown is a crown of thorns. He doesn’t sit on an elaborate throne. Instead, He is perched upon a wooden cross. Jesus’ kingship is not one that focuses on pomp and circumstance associated with royal kings and queens. It is
not based on riches common to the leaders of the world. Jesus’ kingship is all about mercy and forgiveness. It is God’s calling card. He is challenging us to be of service to one another. Jesus’ ministry was of healing the sick, raising the dead, empowering the lowly and forgiving those who hurt you. It is a reminder to us that our God is the Lord of the Universe. A God who loves us unconditionally and asks us to do the same.
Throughout the course of the past year, we have reflected on the Gospel of Luke. The emphasis on his Gospel is one of hope. A hope that does not disappoint. A hope that calls us to be compassionate, forgiving and merciful. A hope that ignites and empowers us to search out the lost and forgotten and bring them back to the church.
As Cardinal Cupich joins the membership of the College of Cardinals, he is asking us to continue to live out the mission of the Church. He is asking us to stand up to be a people who help transform our church and parish communities for generations to come. This effort is called “Renew My Church”. It is inspired by the encounter that St. Francis had with Jesus as he prayed before the San Damiano Cross, as Jesus asked him to “rebuild my church”. It is a call for us to leave behind the old patterns that have left us complacent and move towards a church that is vibrant and strong throughout the Archdiocese. It is an opportunity for us to make sure that no one feels left behind, but all are included. Like anything else, there is a cost to discipleship. In order to work together, some sacrifice will have to be made. Renew My Church has the potential of having a historic and transformative impact on each of our lives and the entire church. Pope Francis is asking us to listen to Christ and His call to renew the church today. He is inviting us to work with him, amid sacrifice and dying, that as a hopeful people we can stay together united in our mission of becoming a more vibrant, stronger and life giving church.
This Thursday, November 24, we will celebrate Thanksgiving. I would invite all of you, our parishioners and families, to join us at our 9:00AM Mass to show our gratitude to God for His blessings to us.
I will be away Monday through Wednesday. I will be on a mini retreat at Mundelein. I ask you to keep me in your prayers.
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 ................ $8,791 .................... $152,180 Online Giving ........................... $385 ........................ $6,485 Surplus (Deficit) ...................... $(824). .................. $(31,335) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 279 All Saints ......................................... ........................ $1,150.00 All Souls .......................................... ........................... $811.00
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—November 6, 2016
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—November 13, 2016
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
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St. Vincent de Paul Society News
Sandwich Schedule for Adult Members at 9:00 A.M. in the Convent on the following Wednesdays:
2016 November 30
December 14 & 28
On Monday, November 7th, Envelope No. 0318 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $7,950.00. On Monday, November 14th, Envelope No. 4953 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $9,095.00. 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 11/07/16 & 11/14/16
“It is by the path of love, which is charity, that God draws near to us, and us to God. But where charity is not found, God cannot dwell. If, then, we possess charity, we possess God, for God is Charity.” (St. Albert the Great) The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is thankful for your charitable giving throughout the year which helps us provide assistance to those in need.
Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
“The Lord sits as King forever. The Lord will bless His people with peace.”
(Ps 29:10-11)
Jesus is our Hero, our Teacher, our Friend, and our God! Let us worship Him, learn from Him, and share the most intimate details of our life with Him. This is all possible in Eucharistic Adoration. Become a Committed Adorer. Sign up at the Adoration Chapel or for more information call: Marion at (708) 424-8433.
FOOD DRIVE TODAY!
As you prepare for your Thanksgiving needs, please remember those who have limited resources and need your help so they can have some type of holiday celebration. Please stop by the St. Joseph’s room today with your donation for St. Vincent de Paul’s food drive. It is through your generosity that we are able to provide assistance for those in need. All donations are greatly appreciated! (If you forgot, someone will be available to accept donations until around 1:00 Sunday when organizations will be picking up.)
“ALL WOMEN OF THE PARISH”
TOMORROW IS THE LAST SESSION FOR 2016
PLEASE JOIN US FOR……
“The Bible and the Virgin Mary”
Monday November 21, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. Women's Ministry Room - 2nd Floor - Q of M Convent
Last session we studied the Wedding at Cana as written in John’s gospel. One of the highlights was that Jesus was not scolding his mother when He said, “Oh Woman what have you to do with me”, in response to Mary’s mention that there was no more wine. The phrase was a common idiom spoke in ancient times that didn’t necessarily mean hostility. Mary expected obedience from her son and Jesus faithfully and lovingly complied. Please join us as this week as we see the parallels between Mary and Eve. Take time to treat yourself to this wonderful experience of learning more about Jesus’ mother and grow closer to the Blessed Mother. You don’t need to belong to Women’s Ministry. Just come and bring your friends! The Blessed Mother DVD series will be available for free on the internet starting this Advent. Visit the St Paul Center for Biblical Theology website and sign up for the online streaming of the “Bible and the Virgin Mary”. If you miss a series, can’t make the morning/evening session, or are just interested in viewing on your own time, please visit the website. For more information, contact Terri Lanuti at 773-239-1041. This is our last session for 2016. We will resume the Blessed Mary series in January 2017. Blessed and joyous Thanksgiving and Christmas!
Mary declared, “Do Whatever He Tells You”.
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Ronald McDonald House QMYM making treats on Friday November 25th from 2-4pm!
Contact Tina to join in and test your baking skills!!
Sharing Tree
QMYM will be working on the Sharing Tree throughout the month of November & December!! Contact Tina if you would like to help out and/or
need service hours
Religious Education News Happy First Reconciliation to our children and their families! Thanks to catechists, Chris Rados, Jackie King and Maria Pazienza and school teacher, Kim Felmon, who assisted the parents in the preparation of their children.
A big thanks to the students from Sacred Heart School Sheridan Road who led the music and singing at the school Thanksgiving prayer service on Thursday. Once again we appreciate the generosity of the school families for the food collection we were able to give a family in need. We are grateful to you!
Saturday School of Religion will not meet November 26. Next class is December 3 at 9:30.
A Happy Thanksgiving to all our families, children and guests this coming weekend. God continues to bless each of us each day and we give thanks! Have an enjoyable and safe week.
“Jesus be with me today, in everything I do and say.”
Christ Renews His Parish Teen Retreat 6 Live Like a Warrior
The first weekend in November QMYM held our retreat where the teens learned to live their faith and find God in their everyday lives. They move forward doing their best to be brave and sharing the light, hope, and love of Jesus with others.
Mission Trip 2016 OLYMPICS
“I’ve gotten closer to God this week by enjoy-ing the small things. I got a special feeling leaving that worksite every day. Helping people the way we did this week was a big task but I knew my friends, family, and God had my back to get the job done. I really enjoyed my time here. It’s a great experience and I look
forward to next year’s trip. Going home to my family will be nice because I can share the experiences with them and help them more when it comes to big tasks. I enjoyed every minute of this trip. It’s one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life.” –Pat
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Ken Alexa Shirley Evans May Mesco Luke Amelio Raymond Farano Judy Mitchell Bill Barts Vikki Finkel Shirley Muno Jerry Becmer Mary Fergus Jacqueline Olsen Mary Beth Birmingham Carl Gonzalez Patricia Peil Maddux Blunt Lauren Graver Alex Pier Tim Brennen Jean Harazin Richard Pollack Jack Carr Joyce Hoff Daniel Ramsden Jan & Jack Clisham Conor Kilmartin Sue Reidel Carol Coleman Marilyn Kilmartin Elizabeth Reilly Janice Della Posta William Lass Mary Schneider Don DiFilippo Teresa Li Bob Sigel
Jim Downing Terry McKee Bob Warda Erin Eustaquio Lauren McGovern Daniel Waters
William Dillon Jim & Pamela Matusiak Judy Ulrich
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 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 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 Student’s Commemorate Those Who Served Our Country
Student’s in every grade level had the opportunity to take part in Veteran’s Day presentation‘s. Seventh and Eight Grade students listened to Dr. Michael Stritch, in the St. Joseph’s Room, as he discussed the “Fighting Sullivan’s”. They heard about the five brothers who all lost their lives in one day during World War II. The students were reminded of the value of our freedom and the inherent dignity of every human being. The student’s also had the opportunity to meet Mr. Dave Pekelnicky, a Veteran and husband
of 8th Grade teacher, Mrs. Pat Pekelnicky. Mr. Pekelnicky discussed his tour in the Vietnam War.
First Grader, Mikey Ponce De Leon, welcomed his dad, Michael Ponce De Leon, who spoke to the Pre-K through 2nd Grade students about his time in the Navy. The third through 6th Grade students listened to a talk from Mr. Dan Johnson about his experience as an Army Veteran on his 4th tour as an engineer in the Bomb Detonating Unit. Both Veteran’s did a wonderful job with their
presentations. The students also had the opportunity to collect “K-Cups for the Troops”. Queen of Martyrs was proud to donate boxes filled with a variety of cof-fee K-cups that will be given to Troops serving our country.
Queen of Martyrs is very grateful for all Veteran’s service to our country and pay tribute to them for upholding our freedom!
Total Parishioners Pledged:……………………………… 285 Total Pledges:……………………………………... $518,083.00 Amount on Deposit as of 10/31/16 In “To Teach Who Christ Is” Account:…..………..$269,911.96
Fall 2016 Paver Brick Blessing (For all newly installed bricks this fall)
Saturday, November 26, 2016 After 8:30am Mass
"As this year's Thanksgiving celebration approaches, know that Michelle and I give thanks for your faithfulness in praying for
us as we've undergone treatment over the past eleven months. We have both completed treatment and have now entered the part of our cancer journeys when we're "cancer free". Praise God! May God's blessings overflow in your lives! --- Peggy Scolan"
Nov. 26 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) E. Langle P. Scolan Altar Servers M. Kramer N. Kramer T. Egan Nov. 27 7:30 AM TBD TBD (L) J. McMahon M. Walsh Altar Servers I. Fialkowski L. Demcak L. Doughtery 9:30 AM TBD TBD (L) T. Scott J. Springer Altar Servers T. Egan T. Cox E. Cox 11:30 AM TBD TBD (L) K. Lang D. Parisi Altar Servers F. Schmitt J. Schmitt P. Panarese 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers M. Del Bosque J. Granat J. Fitzmaurice
MONDAY — Nov. 21, 2016—The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— William Bigott Living & Deceased Members of the Kukulski & Liberacki families
TUESDAY — Nov. 22, 2016—St. Cecilia 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — John Vaughan Patti O’Connor Bill Reardon
WEDNESDAY—Nov. 23, 2016—St. Clement; St. Columban; Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Thomas Leonard Thomas Hanrahan Helen Reardon
THURSDAY — Nov. 24, 2016—Thanksgiving; St. Andrew Dung-Lac & Companions 6:30 AM— Communion Service 9:00 AM— Pat Nemeth Byrne/Casey Family Albert & Marie Gardner Ann Buchner
FRIDAY — Nov. 25, 2016—St. Catherine of Alexandria 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Bob Casey Badke Family
SATURDAY — Nov. 26, 2016—BVM 8:30 AM — Freddy Harte 4:00 PM— Frank Scheuerell, Sr. & Frank Scheuerell, Jr. Bernie O’Reilly
SUNDAY — Nov. 27, 2016—1st Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM — Living & Deceased Members of the Kovacs, Rados & Seper Families Patricia Carroll Meyer 9:30 AM — Mike Fearon Noreen Maher Rich Sorley 11:30 AM — Pat Gremal Charles Pasch Robert Evans 4:00 PM— Mary Donahue Dan Curran
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Altar Servers
Week Days Nov. 21—26, 2016 8:30 AM
II Ashley Moore & Daniel Errico
Mon., Nov. 21— S. Dahill, M. Del Bosque Tues., Nov. 22— R. Smith, K. Eppenstein Wed., Nov. 23— M. Houlihan, E. Cox Thur., Nov. 24— Adult Servers Fri., Nov. 25— Adult Servers Sat., Nov. 26— 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
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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