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
Fr. Marty’s Musings We call Jesus the Prince of Peace, so it can be disconcerting to hear him proclaim in today’s gospel, “Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.” Although that seems to counter Christ’s image as a source of peace, he is giving us the real challenge to be willing to face conflict in working as disciples. If we truly follow Christ, we will not find universal acceptance. Jesus is not willing to appease what is wrong for the sake of avoiding conflict.
To fully follow our baptismal promises and live in the fire of the Spirit that we received in Confirmation calls us to courageously witness the Good News message. The waters of Baptism should give us the fortitude and the will to make waves. That means sharing our faith and challenging hatred, prejudice, injustice and other evils when we face them.
The tragic reality of the ongoing division that Jesus anticipated has left too many victims. Violence, especially involving guns, afflicts our cities in the all-too-random shootings to all-too-frequent killing sprees. The Melting Pot image of our nation struggles to find meaning at time of prominent nativism and anti-immigrant sentiment. Instead of protecting life, we imperil it by making abortion and assault weapons easy to obtain.
These are issues that we should regularly remember in our prayers but also in urging our representatives to action. There may not be simple solutions to the problems, and serious, honest debate about appropriate responses, but we should not be paralyzed to inaction because of the challeng-es.
The Chicago writer Finley Peter Dunne’s character Mr. Dooley commented satirically that the newspaper does everything, including comforts the afflicted, afflicts the comfortable. Christ’s message does too.
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Sharing your talents, time and treasure.
Many of us shop online, to the chagrin of brick-and-mortar businesses. If you shop on Amazon, consider registering on AmazonSmile and designate your support for Queen of Martyrs. It does not add to your cost, but a percentage of your purchases would support our parish. Queen of Martyrs has benefitted $475.66 as of May 2019 through AmazonSmile. Go to https://smile.amazon.com/ to add your support to Queen of Martyrs.
Fr. Marty Marren
August features various feasts in Mary’s honor. Last week we celebrated the Assumption. Wednesday, August 21, is the 140th anniversary of the Knock Apparition, when Mary, Joseph, St. John and the Lamb (representing Christ) appeared to poor parishioners in Mayo, not too far from where my mother and father lived. This Thursday, August 22, is the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin.
Prayer for Young Students Lord God, your Spirit of wisdom
fills the earth and teaches us your ways. Look upon our students, our children, our future.
May they know they are important to us and cared by us.
Let them find joy in knowledge and delight in new discoveries.
Help them to persevere in their studies and give them the desire to learn all things well.
Grant that students may share with their teachers and families alike
the wonders in following Jesus Christ; the way, the truth, and the life,
for ever and ever. Amen
On Monday, August 12th, Envelope No. 4902 was drawn. There was NO winner. The total amount of the prize pot was $1,795.00.
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 08/12/19
Queen of Martyrs Sunday Comparison—August 11, 2019
Last Week Year-To-Date Amount Needed ................. $10,000 ...................... $70,000 Amount Collected ................ $6,691 ...................... $48,363 Online Giving ........................... $490 ........................ $2,715 Surplus (Deficit) ................... $(2,819). .................. $(18,922) Number of Weekly Envelopes……….. ......................... 237
Please consider increasing your weekly contribution to decrease our deficit. Your sacrifice is appreciated.
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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:
2019 August 21
September 4 & 18
In today’s gospel Jesus tells us his life and message will bring division. What side of the divide are you choosing? Are you satisfied with your choice? Remember, “You will not be alone if you are with God.” (St. Ignatius of Loyola)
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-7th $1,000 8th-9th $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 773-405-9703.
Do you like to sing? Do you play an instrument?
Please consider joining our 9:30 a.m. parish choir! We will start rehearsals on Wednesday, August 21st at 7:00 p.m. in the choir loft and our first Mass will be Sunday, September 8th at 9:30 a.m. Please see Theresa Ward if you have any questions.
This weekend there will be a 2nd collection for the Little Sisters of the Poor. They will be sharing their vocation of mercy to the elderly in this area. Please be generous.
Never Fight Alone Bake Sale We will be hosting a bake sale after 11:30 Mass on Sunday, August 25th. If you would like to bake for us, please drop your goods off before or after Mass. All proceeds are going to the American Cancer Society!
Boy Scout Car Wash AUGUST 25th!!
After all Masses in the St. Louis Parking Lot
(7am—1pm) Come support the Boy Scouts and
get your car clean for the new school year!!
Fr. Chris’ Farewell Next Sunday, August 25th, is Fr. Chris Kituli’s last Mass as an associate pastor at Queen of Martyrs. It will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. followed by a reception in the St. Joseph room. Please join us as we wish Fr. Chris good luck as the new pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle Church.
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Questions about QMYM? Contact Tina O’Shea at [email protected]
Queen of Martyrs Faith Formation
Registration for 2019-2020 school year is happening NOW!!
Contact the Faith Formation Office by email with any questions!!
First Day of Class is Saturday September 7th beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Church!!
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
REGISTRATION DEADLINE September 15, 2019.
Contact Tina to join the QMYM pilgrims.
**Return on Sunday 11/24**
Reflections from ignite 2019 Mission Trip
“Being my third year in Harlan, I thought I would know what to expect. However, this trip was extremely unique. My first year, I was absolutely terrified to come here and work for a week. On the worksite, I was anxious and hesitant to do much because I
didn’t want to mess anything up. The older kids who had been on the Mission Trip before helped push me to believe in myself and they taught me everything I needed to know.
“After that, luckily fell in love with this place. The next year I felt anxious again about trying new things because, again, I was afraid to fail. Luckily, I had those other teens who were more experienced to help me. This year, Like I said, was very different because as I got onto a new roof with a new group of teens I realized I didn’t have those older more experienced people with me. I was the older and more experienced teen. So I made it my goal to teach the newbies just as I was taught. I wanted to teach
them its okay to be clueless or anxious. I wanted them to know its okay to mess up because messing up is the best way to learn. I feel pretty accomplished with that goal this week, so with this being potentially my last Mission Trip I hope I was able to pass the torch to you young ins. When I go back home I hope I can teach others it’s okay to mess up, but don’t be afraid to try new things and keep trying.” —Pat
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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 Students Spread Joy Through Service Project
Sisters, Monica and Caroline hosted a lemonade stand to benefit patients at the local Children’s Hospital. The sisters shopped for toys from the proceeds to fill the toy chest at the hospital. What a selfless way to brighten the day of other children, helping to put smiles on their faces and filling their hearts with hope and love. Great job girls! Queen of Martyrs is so proud of your efforts and commitment to helping others! #WildcatPride!
Queen of Martyrs Adoration Chapel of Divine Mercy
We are in need of Committed Adorers. Sign up at the Adoration Chapel or contact: Marion at (708) 424-8433.
The current pot is over $12,000 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
Cash & Carry/Scrip Order News…
During the Summer
The reload and escrip will be available if you use PrestoPay. If you need cards, you can call Connie at the Rectory between
9am-12pm to see what is in stock.
We are looking for someone to take over the Sharing Program. If anyone is interested, please contact me at [email protected].
Cash & Carry Upcoming Dates & Locations
Cash and carry will resume in the fall. The date has yet to be determined.
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!!
Aug. 24 4:00 PM TBD TBD (L) E. Langle S. Lorimer Altar Servers F. Garofalo R. Hammelmann M. Kilgallon Aug. 25 7:30 AM TBD TBD (L) J. McMahon M. Walsh Altar Servers K. Quinn G. Rivera E. Cox 9:30 AM TBD TBD (L) K. Lang D. Parisi Altar Servers S. Sheehy A. Smith M. Schmitt 11:30 AM TBD TBD (L) TBD TBD Altar Servers R. Clark P. Panarese D. Polselli T. Reidy 4:00 PM A. Biondo K. McShane (L) L. Reidy Altar Servers B. Biondo T. Reidy
MONDAY Aug. 19, 2019—St. John Eudes 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Katherine Kaeseberg & family Margaret O’Malley TUESDAY — Aug. 20, 2019—St. Bernard 6:30 AM — Communion Service 8:30 AM— Students & Parents of Queen of Martyrs
WEDNESDAY— Aug. 21, 2019—St. Pius X 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM — Kevin Fitzgerald John & Rosemary Hector Tom Siefert
THURSDAY— Aug. 22, 2019—The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— Faculty & Staff of Queen of Martyrs
FRIDAY — Aug. 23, 2019—St. Rose of Lima 6:30 AM— Communion Service 8:30 AM— John Clark—3rd Anniversary SATURDAY— Aug. 24, 2019—St. Bartholomew 8:30 AM— Parishioners of Queen of Martyrs 4:00 PM— Jason Mayoski—7th Anniversary Robert & Doris Lukasic Miceli Family
SUNDAY — Aug. 25, 2019—21st Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM — Thomas Siefert 9:30 AM — Mary Leahy 11:30 AM — Frank Scheuerell,Sr. & Frank Scheuerell,Jr. Ernst & Halper family 4:00 PM — Patricia Flood
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Jannice Demitro Julie McNicholas Susan Reidl Patrick Ferguson
Mark Ruggeiro John Therriault
Altar Servers
Week Days August 19—24, 2019 8:30 AM
May They Rest in Peace
John Quish
William P. Murphy III
Mon., Aug. 19 — Adult Servers Tues., Aug. 20 — Adult Servers Wed., Aug. 21 — V. Unold, T. Tokarczyk Thur., Aug. 22 — C. Tate, A. Smith Fri., Aug. 23 — M. Schmitt, G. Rivera Sat., Aug. 24 — 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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