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 Scripture readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent call us to focus on Rejoicing. Being joyful allows us to experience positive feelings. The joyfulness in the Scriptures today asks us to look within ourselves and challenges us to keep connected to the love of
the one who calls us. Isaiah reminds us that our mission involves healing the broken hearted, bringing glad tidings to the poor, proclaiming liberty to captives and release to the prisoners. We are called to be witnesses to the light. Our responsibility is to help others experience joy in their lives. We are called to be doers, rather than sitting around and not being productive. We are at the midpoint of Advent. How are you spreading the joy and preparing for the way of the Lord? We are called to be messengers of joy and hope to people. What are we doing to change our ways to make a dif-ference? We are invited to be a voice carrying out in the desert. Let us speak up and stand together for the sake of the Gospel. By doing so, we can help people find the joy and light that seems to be missing in their lives.
We welcome our 6th grade students from School and Religious Education to our monthly 9:30am Family Mass. It’s always wonderful to see our students involved in our liturgical celebrations.
A reminder for next weekend. Next Sunday, the morning Masses are for the 4th Sunday of Advent, NOT Christmas. The Masses for Christmas begin Sunday afternoon with 4:00pm Mass. I ask you to refer to the mailing your received with the Christmas and New Year schedule of Masses. I ask you to take note of the times available to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation before Christmas.
You are welcome to join us for the Show of Songs this Thursday at 7:00pm in the Church presented by our Music Teacher Mrs. Karen Deegan and our Pre-K students through 4th grade. It’s a wonderful way to prepare and get ready for the Christmas season.
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 .................... $240,000 Amount Collected .................$8,323 .................... $192,561 Online Giving ........................... $535 ...................... $12,177 Surplus (Deficit) ................... $(1,142). .................. $(35,262) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 295
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—December 10, 2017
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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:
2017 December 27
January 10 & 24
On Monday, December 11th, Envelope No. 1263 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $17,780.00.
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 12/11/17
In today’s gospel, John the Baptist reminds the people to “make straight the way of the Lord.” What have you done these past two weeks to prepare for Jesus’ coming? Christmas is only eight days away! What other “straightening” does your life need in this next week to be better prepared to receive Jesus?
Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
“There is one among you whom you do not recognize.”
(Jn 1:26)
It is easy to recognize an image of Our Lord in the manger at Christmas, as well as when we look upon a crucifix. But when we look at the Consecrated Host, enshrined in the monstrance, is He as easily recognized? Pray for the gift of faith. The little baby in the manger and the Man on the cross are images of Jesus Christ, but the One Who is in the monstrance is not an image, but the Real Presence of Jesus in His glorified body, hidden within the Consecrated Host. Take the opportunity to know Jesus a little better in His Eucharistic Presence so that He becomes more easily recognized in our lives. Are you willing to become a Committed Adorer or Substitute? Please 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 11/30/17 In “To Teach Who Christ Is” Account:…..………..$55,466.75 *Construction Withdrawal for the month of November for Steam Boiler……………………………………… $14,760.00
He was laid in a wooden manger
And nailed to a wooden cross
Holy Name Men’s Club is doing their annual Blackhawks Raffle!! We are selling 100 tickets for $100 each! The winning ticket holder will get 4 100 level tickets to the Blackhawks Vs.
Washington Capitals on Feb. 17th at the United Center AND $2000 CASH!!! The winning ticket will be drawn at our meeting on January 8th at halftime of the NCAA Football Championship!!! Tickets may be split. Please consider purchasing a ticket!! Email [email protected] or text 773-964-8328.
DYNAMIC CATHOLIC – December 2017 Do you want to know Jesus? Do you wish you could hear the voice of God and find some peace in your busy life? Read the New Testament? Spending even a few minutes a day with the Word of God can make a big difference. And it’s even more powerful when you use a version that reads like an engaging novel, with a single column for-mat and no distractions notes in the margin, this Bible is easy to read and hard to put down. Grab your FREE New Testament Bible today! They are in the library in the back of church (in the old cry room).
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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]+
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QM Advent Prayer Service December 22nd
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Religious Education Program
Queen of Martyrs Youth Ministry
QMYM
Monday games 9pm. Must have form to play. Cost $10.
Ski Trip Monday January 15th Departure: 6:30am Return 7:30pm Where: Grand Geneva, WI. Cost: $85 includes rental, lift ticket, lesson, & transportation.
PARISH LIBRARY NEWS Father Gary Caster, an author-priest who hails
from Peoria, has worked as a high school chaplain, religion teacher and director of Campus Ministry at several universities, has written and produced shows for EWTN and is an avid fly-fisherman. In his book, "Mary in Her Own Words," Father Caster takes those four memorable times in The New Testa-ment where Mary is quoted, and blends them with the Church's Marian tradition and his own relationship with Mary. Each chapter is a reflection on her words in Scripture, and how they serve as a guide for the life of every Christian. (It's a short Ad-vent, and this book accommodates by being a neat 133 pages.) 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.
Mission Trip 2018 Information Meeting Thursday 1/11/17
at 7pm in the Youth Room. ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE 2017
“Going to the waterfall after work on Wednesday was the highlight of my trip this year. Looking around at all that God created for us was so inspiring; I will never forget the view. Seeing everything really showed me how much God truly loves us. I will always remember all the love I saw and shared that day.”-Katie
Sharing Tree
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!
MOVING???
Please call the Rectory and let us know. 708-423-8110
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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].
Queen of Martyrs Students Participate in “Spooktacular” Walk-a-thon
Students and teachers walked and ran on a very brisk day to raise funds for Queen of Martyrs School. The Family and School Association offered incentives of gift cards and a Fitbit for the top five participants. Second Grade and 8th Grade raised the most pledge dollars and earned pizza parties. Second, Third, and Eighth Grade students walked the most laps and earned a free dress down day. The students listened to music at the check in station in the St. Joseph’s Lot. They received popsicles and necklaces for completing their laps. The students raised over $5,000 in support of Queen of Martyrs School. A big Thank You to the students and their families for their generosity!
Sharing News...
December 17th is the last Cash and Carry of the year. The last week to order cards is December 18th.
Cash and Carry will resume January 14th. Card orders will resume the week of January 8th.
Cash & Carry dates for January will be 1/14 and 1/28.
Please note that the cash and carry time is after 9:30 Mass until 11:00 a.m.
If you wish to pick up cards on a week I am not there, please leave your order and payment at the rectory as I will be there on Monday to fill and order anything you may need.
Dec. 23 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers P. Bagdon T. Hanlon R. Rosas Dec. 24 7:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers R. Clark A. Clark S. Clark 9:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers J. Glennon M. Glennon M. Del Bosque 11:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers C. Byrd M. Perez E. Perez Christmas 4:00 PM TBD TBD Eve (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers M. Farritor K. Lotti J. Lotti 4:15 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers D. McGuire O. Manning C. Morales 6:00 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers N. Kramer A. Clark R. Clark 10:30 PM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers C. Murray O. McShane M. Radgowski
MONDAY — Dec. 18, 2017 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Arthur Bischoff TUESDAY — Dec. 19, 2017 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Lee Forge WEDNESDAY— Dec. 20, 2017 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Steve Lewis John Hopkins Living & Deceased Members of the Flaherty/Mason Families THURSDAY — Dec. 21, 2017—St. Peter Canisius 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Sylda Hickey Marie Griegel Daniel Hughes FRIDAY — Dec. 22, 2017 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Nicola Mannarelli Bernard O’Reilly Ruphin T. Kukulski SATURDAY — Dec. 23, 2017—St. John of Kanty 8:30 AM — Ron Lewis Matthew & Theresa Fiske Deering—Shannon Families 4:00 PM— Byrne/Casey Family Josephine Nelson Thomas, Charlotte, Robert & Theresa Refermat SUNDAY — Dec. 24, 2017—4th Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM — Martin & Theresa Lally Matthew Brannigan 9:30 AM — Living & Deceased members of the Kovacs, Rados & Seper Families Tom Schwarz George Badke 11:30 AM — Richard Dixon (Deceased) Albert & Marie Gardner Ann Buchner SUNDAY— Dec. 24, 2017—Christmas Eve 4:00 PM— Priest’s Intentions 4:15 PM— Priest’s Intentions 6:00 PM— Priest’s Intentions 10:30 PM— Priest’s Intentions
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Altar Servers
Week Days December 18—23, 2017 8:30 AM
May They Rest in Peace
Adalbert Kouba Esther Winiecki
Cornelius Sullivan
Mon., Dec. 18 — T. Hanlon, O. Manning Tues., Dec. 19 — E. Perez, R. Rosas, M. Perez Wed., Dec. 20 — B. Panarese, M. McKenna Thur., Dec. 21 — P. Panarese, J. Polselli Fri., Dec. 22 — Adult Servers Sat., Dec. 23 — 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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