St. Alphonsus Liguori Church Sunday, August 28, 2016 ♦ Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Parish Mission Statement L oved and called by God, we, St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, come together as an involved, welcoming and caring Catholic community. Following Jesus and guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to prayer, service and living our faith. Enriched by Word and Sacrament, we minister to the spiritual, educational and human needs of our families, parishioners and neighbors.
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St. Alphonsus Liguori Church
Sunday, August 28, 2016 ♦ Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Parish Mission Statement
L oved and called by God, we, St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, come together as an involved, welcoming and caring Catholic community. Following Jesus and guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to prayer, service and living our faith. Enriched by Word and Sacrament, we minister to the spiritual, educational and human needs of our families, parishioners and neighbors.
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St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish 411 N. Wheeling Rd., Prospect Heights, IL 60070
www.saintalphonsus.com - 847.255.7452
PARISH AND SCHOOL STAFF
Rev. Curtis A. Lambert .......................... .Pastor Fr. Jack Hurley………………………….Hispanic Ministry Linda Chorazy ........................................ School Principal Linda Bromer.…………………………. School Office Secretary Betty Cloud……………………………..Director of School Marketing Joe Russo ................................................ Finance Manager Wendy Mattison……………………….. Parish Office Secretary Deana McKavanagh…….………………Bulletin Editor/Support Staff Reneda Mittman ..................................... Parish Office Support Staff Carol Lange ............................................ Parish Office Support Staff Kathy McGourty………………………..Director of Youth Ministry Susan Panek…………………………….Coordinator of Religious Ed. K-5 Anne Balzanto..……………………..….Coordinator of Religious Ed. 6-8 Mary Pietro……………………………..Director of Music -Scott Huff ...................................... Director -“Chorus of Faith” Choir -Roslyn McQuillan ......................... Director - Sunday Evening Mass Andrea Ricard…………………………..Ministry of Care Coordinator Rich Miceli ............................................. Facilities Manager -Jose Guerra……………………....Maintenance
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
Lisa Nars, Chair Anna Nars Jeff Boesen Caroline Stiefbold Rita Conlon Tim Bochula John McKevitt Jim Spannagel Jeff Bradley Angie Kale Coco Yoshino Bob Lee
Rob Bradford, President Ray Suerth, Vice President
Eric Claudio Michelle Drabik Dave Jacobs Mark Krier Ray Kuper Alicja Majsterek
Curt Lambert - Pastor Linda Chorazy - Principal
Betty Cloud - School Marketing Jill Moskal - Secretary
Sunday, August 28 8:30 am †Ruth P. Gill †Joe Zirko †Michael Whelan Mario Alfaro 11:00 am †Norman Wilkins †John Hie †Robert Bautz 5:00 pm †Albert Tuffey †Mary Tuffey †George Ryan †Joni Moore
Monday, August 29 8:15 am †Ken Marcotte Tuesday, August 30
8:15 am †Carmen Guido †Dolores Peszek Wednesday, August 31 8:15 am †Kathryn Ruttar Thursday, September 1 8:15 am †Sam Roseri Family †Paul Pfeifer Friday, September 2 8:15 am †Kay Witty Saturday, September 3
8:15 am †Deceased Members of St. Alphonsus Parish 5:00 pm †Sam Gangi †William Howard Sunday, September 4 8:30 am †Ruth P. Gill †Lawrence Schuetz †Michael Whelan 11:00 am †Dick Wolf †Eleanor Lee 5:00 pm Parishioners of St. Alphonsus Parish
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Phone Numbers
Parish Office……………………………………..……..847-255-7452 Parish Fax…………………………………………..…. 847-255-7520 Religious Ed. Office……………………………..……. 847-255-9490 School Office……………………………………….…..847-255-5538 School Fax…………………………………………..….847-255-0353
Parish Office Hours School Office Hours 9:00 am – 4:00 pm 8:00 am – 2:30 pm Closed Saturday/Sunday
Masses Sunday ................... 8:30 am, 11:00 am & 5:00 pm Weekdays ............. 8:15 am Saturday ............... 8:15 am 5:00 pm (Anticipated Liturgy) Holy Days………..8:15am & 7:00pm (Unless otherwise specified on pg. 4)
Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday from 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm or by appointment.
Baptisms 1st and 3rd Sundays - Please call Rectory for information and arrangements.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.) For those contemplating becoming Catholic or those wishing to learn more about the Catholic faith. Please call the Parish Office 847-255-7452.
Marriages Arrangements must be made at least six months prior to the wedding date. Please call the Parish Office at 847-255-7452 x 100.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Jeff Huff & Joanne Twomey (co-chairs) Larry Gulik Brian Ritzenthaler Natalie Krier Joe Russo Joe Niemasz Fr. Curt Lambert
BAPTISMS
Macklin Jones
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This Week at St. Alphonsus Sunday, August 28
Kingdom Kids– Mtg. Room B - 8:30am & 11:00am Masses
Tuesday, August 30
Friends of Bill W. - Mtg. Rooms B/C - 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 31
Virtus Training - Mtg. Rooms A/B/C - 7:00pm
Thursday, September 1 “Chorus of Faith” Adult Choir - Church - 7:00pm
Saturday, September 3
Pray the Holy Rosary - Church - 7:45am
Sunday, September 4 Kingdom Kids– Mtg. Room B - 8:30am & 11:00am Masses Men’s Club Meeting - Mtg. Rooms B/C - 6:00pm
A. Zaworski (LC), A. Cazzone, P. Huene, K. Sibley, Need Seven
M. Mattison K. Yoshino Need One
J. Bradley K. Bradley S. Bradley S. Lorenz
8:30 am
Fr. Jim Murphy Cantored Traditional
Music
J. Johnson D. Quiery
R. Flynn (LC), T. Bochula, B. Lee, D. Grewe, B. Kelly, J. McCarte, M. Oliveri, M. Padovano, A . Ricard, D. Trom, J. Zilka
O. McClellan E. Suerth Need One
R. Drozdz T. Kriese P. Valenziano Need one
11:00 am
Fr. Jim Murphy “Chorus of Faith”
Adult Choir
S. Werba G. Werba
E. Bernardi (LC), A. Balzanto, R. Cattoen, J. Janus, J. Moskal, S. Raccuglia, J. Schultz, A. Wunsch, D. Tomaszewski, P. Zwiercan, Need One
B. Claudio D. Petratos A. Maglio
D. Bobco J. Drago D. Finstad R. Finstad
5:00 pm
Fr. Martin Luboyera T. Spiegelhalter Need One (LC), S. Anderson, R. Miezin, J. Spiegelhalter
Smith Family Need One
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Religious Education St. Alphonsus Religious Education
K-8th Grade Online Registration 2016-2017
Classes for kindergarten - 8th grade will be on Sundays at 9:35-10:50 am or 1st - 8th grade Mondays at 6:00-7:15 pm.
A student must satisfactorily complete a two-year program for each sacrament before receiving the sacrament of First Communion or Confirmation.
The first Sunday class begins on September 11 with parents and children
meeting in church at 9:40 am.
The Monday class begins on September 12 with parents and children meeting in church at 6:30 pm.
Tuition is $200 for one child, $300 for two children, and $400 for three or more children.
There is a $75 Confirmation fee and a $50 First Communion fee.
Full payment is due September 1, 2016.
Please go to the St. Alphonsus website (saintalphonsus.com) to register and pay online. Find Religious Education K-8 on the left side quick links. You will find the links to register
and pay online there.
NO CHILD WILL BE DENIED A RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DUE TO FINANCIAL CONSTRAINTS.
Please contact Fr. Curt in confidence at 847-255-7452 ext. 102.
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Stewardship, Returning Our First Fruits . . .
Stewardship Collection
Our Stewardship Collection For week ending August 21, 2016
Thank you to all our parishioners for supporting our
mission at St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish.
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The Ministry of Care
Transportation Ministry
Are you in need of a ride to Mass or a local medical appointment? The Ministry of Care Transportation
Ministry can help! Volunteers are available to provide transportation for those who are unable to
drive. Call Andrea 847-255-7452 ext. 170
*Enjoy Driving?* Do you enjoy driving and helping others? We are seeking volunteer drivers for this meaningful and
much needed ministry! Contact Andrea at 847-255-7452 x 170.
If you would like to receive COMMUNION with Low Gluten Hosts (.ooo2%), please contact
the Parish Office at 847-255-7452. We would be happy to accommodate you!
If you have strict dietary requirements, please consult your doctor.
Ministers of Care
Ministers of Care carry on Christ’s mission by
ministering to the spiritual needs of people with prayers and comfort in times of
sickness. We personally visit your home or hospital room. If you or a member of your family would like a visit from a Minister of Care, and have the Sacrament of Eucharist
brought to you, please contact: Andrea Ricard 847-255-7452 x 170
FOOD PANTRY NEWS…
Thanks to your donations, 59 families were provided with bags of food at the August 20th Food Pantry distribution. In addition to our distribution of food on that day, all of the families with school age children received school supplies. We would like to thank all of the parishioners that donated school supplies. We would also like to thank all of the volunteers that helped with the sorting and distribution of the school supplies. We are blessed to have so many stewards giving their time, talent and treasure to our Food Pantry families!
Please help the Food Pantry by donating the following items: Boxes of cereal Cans of beans (kidney, refried, chili, etc.) Cans of fruit Boxes of macaroni & cheese Toilet paper
Thank you for your donations and generosity!
The Garden of Eatin’ (Vegetable Garden Ministry) is in need of volunteers to help plant and maintain the vegetable
garden. This parish ministry benefits the families that come to our Food Pantry for assistance and the Wheeling
Township Food Pantry. For more information, please contact:
Shirley Runge 224-805-3451
Jan Tisza 847-322-5103
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Parish and School Events. . . . . Thinking About Becoming a Catholic?
Attention Families with Girls ages 5-18!
American Heritage Girls allows girls to experience new challenges, serve others, make new friends and have tons of fun, all in a safe, faith-filled environment. Whether your daughter wants to learn more about aviation,
paddle a canoe, or ice the perfect cake, AHG’s program is ready to inspire her to new heights. Badge work, outdoor activities, community service, and working on religious medals are enjoyed within
age appropriate groups.
Troop IL3130 meets locally at St. Peter Lutheran School in Arlington Heights.
Families are invited to our “Informational Meeting”: Wednesday, September 7, 7:00pm
St. Peter Lutheran School, Life Center 111 W. Olive Street, Arlington Heights
Also join us at our "Kickoff" Meeting and Pizza Social on Thursday Sept. 15, 4:00pm-5:30pm!
Questions? Please email St. Alphonsus Liguori School Parent/IL3130 Pioneer & Patriot Leader,
AHG mission: “Building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country.” www.americanheritagegirls.org
The R.C.I.A. (The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process where those interested in learning about the Catholic faith come together on a weekly basis to learn about the scriptures and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, and at the same time, discover where God is present in their lives.
The process is designed for those adults who are:
Not baptized Baptized in another tradition Baptized Catholic, but with no further religious training
The process includes the celebration of sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil. (May include the sacrament of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation.) At St. Alphonsus we begin the process in September and continue through April. Regular scheduled sessions for R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation) will begin Thursday, September 15th at 7:00pm.
If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, please call Pam Platt now at 847-463-6201, or the Rectory at 847-255-7452.
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D E E P E N Y O U R F A I T H ADULT FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS
Doors of Mercy: Exploring God’s Covenant with You Join us! For only the fourth time in Church history, the Pope declared 2016 an Extraordinary Jubilee Year. And the focus? Mercy. Learn to give and receive forgiveness, to forgive others, to forgive yourself. This is not a bible study, there is no written homework, just eight simple sessions that will al-low you to experience God’s hope, healing and loving mercy in this once-in-a-lifetime program. Even if you’ve never participated before, please, we invite each and every one of you to join us – you’ll be so glad you did.
Classes begin Wednesday, September 14 at 7:00pm
Or Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:00 pm Room C off the Narthex
Materials: $20
Luke: The Gospel of Mercy Join Dr. Paul Thigpen, and Doors of Mercy Fr. Jeffrey Kirby in explor-ing Luke as never before. See Luke brought to life with video shot on location in Rome and Assisi, with full-color study materials. Discover God’s heart for you with profound insights into the Prodigal Son and other parables. Go deeper with God than ever before with the new “Living It Out” segment that helps you hear what God is asking and draw closer to Him.
Classes begin Wednesday, November 9 at 7:00pm
Or Tuesday, March 10, 2017 at 1:00pm Room C off the Narthex
*Fee for Materials: $32
Pillar I The Creed: The Creed is a 12-part program that will launch you on an amazing journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church. You will learn how your personal journey fits into the amazing story of salvation that we pray every Sunday in the Creed. Learn what God’s “innermost secret” is and how we are called to participate in it. See how our happiness is God’s goal—and the ultimate purpose of our journey. Discover how the Creed tells the entire story of salvation in miniature, the role the angels play in aiding our salva-tion and how they are truly present to us … and much more!
Classes begin Tuesday, September 13 at l:00pm in Room C off the Narthex
*Fee for Materials: $25
For more information or registration about these programs, please contact Pat Morey at [email protected] or call the rectory 847-255-7452.
*Scholarships are available for all programs upon request.
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Attention Craftors & Artists: Saint Alphonsus Community is very excited that we are bringing back the Craft
Show and we need YOU!
Save the Date:
Sunday, September 25
Only 50 tables will be sold so please reserve yours now! The “Tailgate Party” will be going on at the
same time so we are hoping for great traffic. Contact Betty Cloud: 847-846-6675 or
first Tuesday of each month following the 8:15 Mass in the
meeting rooms off the Narthex.
Celebrants (and friends) are invited for coffee & cake and
a special blessing from Fr. Curt. Even if it's not your birthday come and enjoy the
coffee and conversation!
Birthday bashes will be held on September 6, October 4,
November 1 and December 6. See you there!
Questions?
See Deacon Cal
Senior Fun Club
Members: Join us for BINGO
Wednesday, September 14th 9:00am—11:00am
Not a member? Call Alyce at
847-343-0411 to join!
“FRIENDS OF PAULA”
The first meeting of “Friends of Paula” will be on
Wednesday, September 7th at Noon in Meeting Room A.
“Friends of Paula” is a social group for widows that meets the first Wednesday of each month.
The group gets together to meet one another, pray, play cards and
enjoy snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend!
For more information, please call Pat Laman at 847-632-0753.
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~ Those Requesting Prayers ~ Sharon Baily Zachery Barrow Todd Bartlet Clayton Berrigan Marie Berrigan Jim Boesen Emily Bogacz Joseph Bogacz Bob Bors Constance Borrero Joseph Borrero Connie Bromer Luka Braovac Rosaria Campanile Rosa Carillo Antoinette Centanni Mary Culkin Anita DeAsis Nancy DeJohns Magdelina DelCarmen Mary Ann Diamond Tony Dolce Diane Doyle Ronald J. Erkman Jennie Estaban Mary Jane Fortman Alaina Geppert Greg Graham Rita Graham Diane Grooznack Liz Gunnesch Rev. Robert Heinz Carmen Herrejon John Hipelius Tom Huene, Jr. Pam Jackstis Kaye Janezic Genevieve Johnson Howard Johnson Steven Kemps Kyana King Vanessa Kobyleski Gloria Konkey Russell Krumsee Kathy Kutella Teresa Labuda Pat Laman Kiril Lauzums Megan Lawler Patti Lawler
Valerie Lingen Andrew Lyke Robert P. Mallek Robert Malek Jun Manalo Marie Maslanka Brigette Mattison Karl Mayer John McKevitt Brenda Mendoza Betty Michaels Craig Molick Susan Naughton Colin Noronha Neesha Novinski David Ostrowski Micki O’Neil Jacob Peterson Marlene Pfeifer Karen Ralston Georgine Reynolds Gloria Rodriguez Mary Roseri John Ruscheinsky Marcia Rymsza Patricia Rymsza Julie Santoyo Mary Schuetz Jack Schultz Marcella Schulze Richard Schwind Lindsey Simmons Anne Sittig Jack Schultz Georgette Scully Richard Sullivan Rosemary Sullivan Pat Sumner Donna Tadda Liam Talley Gerald Tangney Anita Thomas Brian Thurman Robin Tomaszewski Judy Tramel Doug Weber Valerie Wolf Bernie Wozniak Josephine Zima Marilyn Zimmerly
Please Pray For:
IT3 James A. Holcombe, USN, son of Christopher & Cartina Holcombe LCpl. William David Kennedy, USMC, godson of Bob Flynn LCpl Patrick William Hood, USMC, son of Thomas and Geralyn Hood Seth Rouse - USN, great grandson of Marion Mersch Pvt. Kenneth Ehrhardt, grandson of Martin and Mary Jean O’Leary Medic Specialist Charles Humes, grandchild of Norman and Theresa Mabus Srg. Victor J. Guzman, son of Javier and Diane Guzman LCpl USMC Kevin L. Kohout, grandson of Lucille Kohout Lt. Col Michael Johnson, U.S.Marine, son of Kathleen Lynch Pfc Stephen Provost, grandson of Leo and Catherine Provost Capt. Jeremy Glenz, U.S. Army, nephew of Rich and Carmen Miceli Pfc Ryan Korman, parishioner of Saint Alphonsus Srg. Tony Berkowitz, grandchild of Norman and Theresa Mabus Lt. Col Michael B. Sheridan and Captain Chiara Sheridan, U.S. Army, nephew and wife of the family of Anita Thomas Captain Christina M. Rudolph, U.S. Army Reserves, daughter of C. Dayle and Julianne Henington Pfc Anthony Saladino, relative of the Biagini Family Kevin Halpin A1C, Air Force, grandson of Brian and Dorothy Halpin LCp1, Tim Haerr, USMC, great nephew of Joyce Patton Srg. William Bavetta,U.S. Army, nephew of Clemens and Debra Haskell Pfc Michael Picard, U.S. Army, nephew of Sharon Berg
*Please call the Parish Office to give us the names of your loved ones serving, or to update the list if they
are no longer Active Duty.
~ Those in the Military ~
We would like to keep those parishioners who proudly serve our country in our prayers.
~ Our Beloved Deceased ~
John Huff (Father of Jeff)
Mollye Reske
Eleanor Lee (Mother of Peggy)
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Beyond the Parish . . . Villa Fest at Addolorata Villa! — Celebrate the final days of summer at Villa Fest! Sunday, September 11th from 10:30am – 3:00pm on the campus of Addolorata Villa. There will be fun and excitement for all ages. Bring the whole family and enjoy a barbecue lunch of hot dogs, hamburgers and more! There is something for everyone. The kids can enjoy a bounce in the moonwalk, play carnival games or have their faces painted. For adults, there are games of chance such as bingo, a money tree and prize raffle. Take a chance on winning a terrific prize at the “Christmas in September” booth!
Don’t miss the biggest furniture sale of the year. You might find just the right piece of furniture that you’ve been looking for! Considering doing some early holiday shopping? To get you started, we have a variety of vendors to help with ideas for that special gift.
Are you feeling lucky? The Grand Prize Raffle will be held again this year. Take a chance at winning the 1st prize and take home $1,500. Raffle tickets will be on sale prior to the fest and the day of at all reception desks. Tickets are $10 each or $50 for a book of 6. Check out the many exciting donations to our Silent Auction! All proceeds benefit the residents of Addolorata Villa. Thank you for your support! Please contact Lynn Deger at 847-808-6126 with any questions. Saint Viator Adult Faith Formation Series— Building Families of Faith Session One: September 27, 2016 “Growing in Your Adult Faith” - Deacon Jim Bannon – Place: Saint James Parish, 7:30pm-8:30pm Getting in touch with our spiritual center is an important aspect of adult living. Jim Bannon will help us explore our personal journey of faith and the impact it has on our families and the relationships in our lives. Session Two: October 25, 2016 “Living your Faith in the Home” - Deacon Matt Hahn – Place: Saint James Parish, 7:30pm-8:30pm As parents, we are called to share our faith with our children. Matt Hahn will explore the challenges of parenting teens today while offering some strategies of how to bring Christian faith to life in your home. Session Three: November 29, 2016 “Speaking with your Teen about the Tough Issues” - Fr. Charlie Bolser, C.S.V. Young people today experience confusion and tension between cultural norms and church teaching. Topics such as abortion, gay marriage, and immigration generate questions in the minds and hearts of our youth. Fr. Charlie will offer insights into how you can enter into meaningful dialogue with your teen about these and other contemporary issues. Time: 7:30pm–8:30pm Place: Saint Viator High School Chapel
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends— Renew your sacrament by deepening your communication, strengthening your relationship and rekindling your romance! For reservations and information, contact Jim and Kris at 630-577-0778 or wwme-chicagoland.org LOSS: Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide— Monthly drop-in meetings for those who have lost a loved one to suicide, Second Sundays 6:00-8:00pm Catholic Charities Office, 1717 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL Support for Loss of a Loved One— Support and Counseling for anyone who has lost a loved one. Grief and Loss Services at Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care offers one-on-one counseling, support groups and education for anyone who has lost a loved one. Visit RainbowHospice.org or call 847-653-3242 for more information. Mayslake Ministries— Mayslake Ministries is a non-profit Catholic/Christian organization where ordinary gifted people do the extraordinary work of God, both in person and online. How may we help you with your spiritual journey? For information on upcoming events, dynamic speakers and spiritual retreats, visit www.mayslakeministries.org or call 630-852-9000 NAMI Support Group at St. Emily Parish— On the second Tuesday of each month, family members of individuals living with mental health conditions are invited to the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group at St. Emily Parish, 1400 E. Central Road in Mt. Prospect. This monthly meeting runs from 7:00-8:30pm in the parish conference room accessible from the east side parking lot. For more information, please contact Mary Rose at 847-496-1415. Attention Seniors!— Do you like to sing? Join us for 1 hour of sing-a-longs on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10:30am! Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center 199 N. First Street, Wheeling, IL 60090 Joyful Again! Workshop for Widowed Men/Women— Are you widowed? Have you reached a crossroads? Are you at a turning point? Do you want to move forward with your life, while still treasuring your memories? The Joyful Again program brings understanding and hope to help you in your life’s new journey. October 22 & 23 – Nazareth Retreat House, Batavia, IL (Overnight included, no commuters) Space limited, register early. Joyful Again Widowed Ministry Call 708-354-7211Email: [email protected] visit www.joyfulagain.org
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