St. Laurence Parish 225 Jewett St. Elgin, IL 60123 Parish Office: 565 Standish St. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday P - 847-468-6900 F - 847-468-6904 After Hours - 847-531-6203 EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION Saturday - 4:00 PM, Spanish - 6:00PM Sundays - 7:15, Bi-lingual 9:00, 11:00 AM Daily Mass - 8:00 AM Monday - Friday SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Wednesday 5:00 - 7:00 PM Saturday 3:00 - 3:45 PM Special times upon request. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE & BAPTISM Check our website for more information. Stlaurencechurchelgin.com/parish-information Rectory: 226 Orchard St. PASTORAL STAFF Pastor - Fr. Andrew Mulcahey [email protected]Fr. Robert Camacho - Priest in Residence Secretary - Belinda Bermea [email protected]Bookkeeper - Agnes Mozdzen [email protected]Religious Education Coordinators - Mike & Toni Kmiecik [email protected]Deacon - Joe Bermea [email protected]Finance Council - Joe Malas, Chairman Education Commission - Ron Szopa, President SCHOOL http://stlaurenceschool.com Principal - Wendy Kelly [email protected]Secretary - Kathy Laudont [email protected]P - 847.468.6100 F - 847.468.6104 https://stlaurencechurchelgin.com
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St. Laurence Parish 225 Jewett St. Elgin, IL 60123 Parish Office: 565 Standish St. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday P - 847-468-6900 F - 847-468-6904 After Hours - 847-531-6203
EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION Saturday - 4:00 PM, Spanish - 6:00PM Sundays - 7:15, Bi-lingual 9:00, 11:00 AM Daily Mass - 8:00 AM Monday - Friday SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Wednesday 5:00 - 7:00 PM Saturday 3:00 - 3:45 PM Special times upon request. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE & BAPTISM Check our website for more information. Stlaurencechurchelgin.com/parish-information
Rectory: 226 Orchard St.
PASTORAL STAFF Pastor - Fr. Andrew Mulcahey [email protected] Fr. Robert Camacho - Priest in Residence Secretary - Belinda Bermea [email protected] Bookkeeper - Agnes Mozdzen [email protected] Religious Education Coordinators - Mike & Toni Kmiecik [email protected] Deacon - Joe Bermea [email protected] Finance Council - Joe Malas, Chairman Education Commission - Ron Szopa, President SCHOOL http://stlaurenceschool.com Principal - Wendy Kelly [email protected]
Once I was dead, but now I am alive forever and ever.— Revelation 1:18a
In Honor of Easter
Adoration and Confession is of-fered every Wednesday from 5-7 pm, in the Church. Come and rest in the Lord
Altar Flowers
Christ said “Receive the Holy Spirit”. Bring the Holy Spirit into your marriage on the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend on June 28-30 in Rockford, IL; July 19-21 in Madison, WI or Septem-ber 6-8 in Geneva, IL. Visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. Para un fin de semana en español por favor llamen a Candelario y Emilia al 815-375-4250. Las fechas son las siguientes: 9-11 de agosto y 1-3 de noviembre.
4:00 PM
Lector - Ron Szopa Eucharistic Ministers - Tim Dewees, Daniela Sandoval, Debbie Wever, Connie Sajtar Altar Servers - Kimberly Aguirre, Samuel Castillo
6:00 PM
Lector - Lala Rodriguez Eucharistic Ministers - Laura Blanca, Norberto Feliciano, Benjamin Gonzalez, Carmen Perez Altar Servers - Alyssa Baugus, Moises Castillo
Lector - Belinda Bermea, Sabina Ruiz Eucharistic Ministers - Deacon Joe Bermea, Mary Berg, MaryAnn Bruneman, William Hejnosz Altar Servers - Mariana Hernandez, Isabella Montez
11:00 AM
Lector - Thomas O'Leary Eucharistic Ministers - Deacon Joe Bermea, Veronica Betz, Natalie Koessl, Kimberley Mailloux Altar Servers - Allie Lock, Adrian Rodriguez
Please keep all of our First Holy Communicants in your prayers! First Holy Communion is on May 5th at 1:00 p.m. Join us in celebrating their special Mass and witnessing these children make this special Sacrament.
Please join the Youth Ministry!! We are looking for students that are in the 6th grade – 12th grade and want to meet new friends, provide service to our community, and grow in faith. This is a great way to meet people in the com-munity. Bring a friend!! Our next meeting will be held April 28th 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria. If you have any questions please contact Melanie Marcordes (224) 639-0910 or Erika Gomez (224) 629-2760.
FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION We will be col-lecting goods for the Food Pantry. There are many in our community who are not financially able to provide the necessary food for their families. The food collected will be distributed by the Interfaith Food Pantry. Please bring your donations on the 1st weekend of each month. The next collection will be May 4/5, 2019.
School flowers will arrive April 29
TREASURES from our TRADITION
St. Laurence Church | Jewett & Standish St. | Elgin, IL 60123 | 847-468-6900 | https://stlaurencechurchelgin.com
Monday 8:00 AM Guyla Kramer offered by Grace & Judy
Tuesday 8:00 AM Dana & Thomas Olson offered by Family
Wednesday 8:00 AM Peter Wicklein offered by Dave & Rosemary Knoth
Thursday 8:00 AM Stan Bucholc
Friday 8:00 AM Marlene Reinert offered by Nieces & Nephews
Saturday 4:00 PM Wendell Morris offered by Sharon Leschke
6:00 PM Socorro Nunez & Naty Ortega offered by Family
Sunday 7:15 AM Deceased members of the Reinhardt & Behning Families offered by Dee & Rick
9:00 AM Deceased and Living members of the Sowa Families
11:00 AM St Laurence Parish Community
Please Pray for:
For the strengthening in faith of all who are afflicted in body, mind or spirit please pray for: Patricia Anderson, Cheryl Benson, Sergey Bolotov, Robert Borofsky, Kathleen Camarena, Melanie Childs, Alexandra Collovati, John Duffy, Elberta Einwich, Loli Gudino-Leon, Kay Hogan, John G. Kolakowski, Gin Lossau, Gary Mahoney, Mark Mumbly, Tim Neal, Robert Nelson, Bonnie Penera, Deacon Bob Plazewski, Paula Portis, Deacon Bob Real, Lisa Rednour, Julieta Regalado, Sofia Isabella Rodriguez, Donald Sarau, Tommy Starr, Nathan Thomas, Sharon Walden, and Kimberly Winfree.
Mass Intentions - Apr 29 - May 5
May God protect our members who serve in the armed forc-es and return them safely to their families: ARMY: Staff Sgt. Jennifer (Clough) Korfmacher, COAST GUARD: Ensign Allison Rychtanek
Lord, Hear our Prayer.
An ancient title for this Sunday is Dominica in Albis, or “Sunday in White.” During the Easter Vigil, the newly baptized are invested with a white garment, a sign that they have put on Christ. At one time, the garments were worn for a full week of celebration and reflection, and on this Sunday the newly baptized would appear in their robes again in their new place among the faithful for Eucharist. In later centuries, the energy of new life at Easter was largely
We pray for the repose of the soul of Peter Wicklein
Father of Carol Banwart and Grandfather of Becky Flack
Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let per-petual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Aprende a dar tanto tiempo para mejorarte que no tendrás tiempo para criticar a otros.—Anónimo
Easter Vigil
School News
Spring and its promise of new life is upon us. This time of year is filled with many opportunities to embrace the gifts that are availa-ble to us through God’s grace. Recently, our students in 5th-8th grades reverently reenacted the Passion of Our Lord. For the last twenty-two years, the students have told this most important event of our faith with their heartfelt words, actions and songs. Led by International Jazz Guitarist, Mr. Nick Colionne, these students truly epitomize Jesus’ journey of sacrifice and great love. We would like to thank Nick and our teachers for their time and com-mitment to this beautiful reenactment.
Our buddy program continues to be one of the many attributes that make our school special. On Holy Thursday, our student s in kinder-garten colored Easter eggs with their 8th grade buddies. In 4th grade, we are watching hatchlings as they grow to become baby chicks. The due date is April 29th. We will be sure to keep you updated and share pictures of our new additions! Innovation and creativity continue to be a focus in our STEM Mak-erspace. The students were challenged to create pet homes on National Pet Day to accommodate their furry friends. The ingenuity of children when completing these tasks never ceases to amaze me. On Monday, the 29th, the flower orders will be available for pickup. Also, mark your calendars for our next Bingo on May 11th which will be hosted by our 6th grade families. It will be sure to be a fun-filled family event! We invite you to continue to help us spread the word about our wonderful school! I am available for tours to share all that we have to offer. I hope each of you has a wonderful week ahead!!
Learn to give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you’ll have no time for criticism of others.—Anonymous
Illinois Right to Life’s 51st Annual Banquet
Please join us on Friday, May 17, 2019, at the Carlisle in Lombard, IL. Cocktail hour begins at 6pm, followed by dinner and a program at 7pm. Our keynote speaker will be Trey Gowdy, former Congressman and outspoken pro-life advocate. This is our largest fundraiser of the year. It will determine just how many hearts and minds we can change and lives we can save, as we work to restore a culture that respects and protects human life in Illinois. We hope you can join us! To purchase tickets, go to www.IllinoisRightToLife.org/Banquet or call 312.422.9300.
Events
Please Drop Off Toiletry Items for Mother's Day Gift Bags! The Diocesan Council of Catholic Women - Elgin Deanery, will again deliver gift bags to women at area shelters in time for Mother's Day. Col-lection boxes will be in the church through Sunday, May 5. Items needed (NEW only, please!) are: Travel sizes of shampoo, condi-tioner, body lotion, soap, toothpaste, and mouthwash, as well as combs, small brushes, toothbrushes, razors, feminine hygiene products, pens, pencils, small note pads, purse-size tissue packages and washcloths. Join Us as we Assemble the Gift Bags on Tuesday, May 7, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Crane Road Church, 6N487 Crane Road, St. Charles 60175 in Father Dempsey Hall. Bring a dessert, salad, or dish to pass and join us for lunch after the bags are assembled! We appreciate your help and support. Questions? e-mail Paula Davidson at: [email protected].
St. Laurence Church | Jewett & Standish St. | Elgin, IL 60123 | 847-468-6900 | https://stlaurencechurchelgin.com
Vocations Corner- Fr. John McNamara
Ambo - the place from which the readings and psalms are proclaimed at Mass
Today we celebrate the 8th day of Easter, hopefully it has been a joyful week as we pulled back the veil in our lives in order to experience the powerful light that comes from the Risen Christ. In addition to joy, this Feast of Divine Mercy reminds us that we are also to experience God’s peace. Jesus repeats in the Gospel today, “Peace be with you.” These are words that must take root in our lives. God has come to give us peace! I recall in my discernment process for the priesthood a few individuals that I greatly entrusted my formation would frequently remind me that God wants me to experience tremendous inner peace. All the restless questions that rattled around in my mind and heart on whether I was smart enough, prayerful enough, social enough, courageous enough, bold enough, strong enough, holy enough, etc...They were all calmed by the fact that God didn’t want me to be a worrier, rather, a person who experiences inner peace. With all our questions, worries, fears, doubts, Jesus says to us, “peace be with you.”
“Why do I go to Mass?” was the question asked at the first ses-sion of the 6-week DVD program by Bishop Robert Barron. I grew up going to Mass every day for eight years of Catholic grade school. Mass was in Latin then. It was just a part of the cur-riculum. In fifth grade, we studied the parts of the Mass, the names of all the vestment and sacred vessels, and what the priest did while his back was toward us. We also learned what the Transfiguration means. The nuns told stories of priests who in some way actually saw the change from bread and wine to the Body and Blood. I don’t know if I really believed that or not, but I knew the consecration was the highpoint and you better be alert for it. The DVD sessions stressed that the Mass is full of mysteries. I think at some point in my life I questioned what I believed. I never stopped going to Mass. I knew from a very young age that I re-ceived Jesus into my heart with every communion. Each commun-ion changed me in some small way. I was jealous that I was not allowed to be an altar server and be “close to the action.” When the priest turned around and the words were now in English, I felt more a “part of” rather than just an ob-server. This 6-week DVD session made me go back and review those rituals and their real meanings. I thought I knew everything I need-ed to know, but I could go on and on about what I learned from these six lessons. How wonderful it is to enjoy and participate in the Mass! Even if you “know everything”, when these sessions are offered again, please take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about the Sacrifice of the Mass and why you really attend. You will not only gain information, but also new feelings and new perspec-tives on the mysteries that you have never thought of before.
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