“Serving the life and work of the laity in the world.” Old St. Patrick’s Mission Please visit our Web site and the online gift shop at www.oldstpats.org. Old St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Bulletin 2 Reconciliation 4 Just A Thought... Crossroads Runners 5 Baptisms 6 Siamsa na nGael 7 Annual Catholic Appeal 8 Preparing for the New Roman Missal: Theological and Pastoral Reflections 9 Crossroads Speaker and Discussion Series 12 Old St. Pat’s 2010-2011 Revenue and Expenses 14 Old St. Pat’s Young Adult Ministry 15 Encore 16 Connections 17 Pilgrimage to Picturesque France 18 First Friday Club of Chicago Table of Contents February 20, 2011 Find us on ST. PATRICK’S DAY CIVIC CELEBRATION Saturday, March 12, 2011 see page 10 for ticket information.
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“Serving the life and work of the laity in the world.”Old St. Patrick’s Mission
Please visit our Web site and the online gift shop at www.oldstpats.org.
Old St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Bulletin
2Reconciliation
4Just A Thought...
Crossroads Runners
5Baptisms
6Siamsa na nGael
7Annual Catholic Appeal
8Preparing for the New
Roman Missal: Theologicaland Pastoral Reflections
9Crossroads Speaker and
Discussion Series
12Old St. Pat’s 2010-2011Revenue and Expenses
14Old St. Pat’s
Young Adult Ministry
15Encore
16Connections
17Pilgrimage to
Picturesque France
18First Friday Club
of Chicago
Table of ContentsFebruary 20, 2011
Find us on
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CIVIC CELEBRATIONSaturday, March 12, 2011
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AWAKENINGS
On Saturday, February 12, 2011, for the tenth year, I wasproud to assist many young students from Partners and FXW inthe Sacrament of Reconciliation. Adults will remember this asConfession. An eerie ritual if there ever was one, completewith red and green lights, closed doors, shades, and whispers.It has evolved, but the true Sacrament is to reconcile yourselfwith, and return to, God. When we adults think of any kind ofreconciliation, it is usually to find the mistakes we made in ourcheckbook, and identify the expenses that were unnecessary,and perhaps a little selfish. This is no different with God. Thegood we do is our income. The expenses that are necessaryamount to our living expenses. The selfishness and mistakesare entries that we either reconcile in a timely fashion, or paythe larger price later.
Of course, this explanation of basic accounting principles islost on children. They are just getting around to the concept ofright and wrong as it affects others. Usually it takes the formof not pleasing a parent, or doing something against the familynorm. Those are easy rules to follow and to figure out how therule was broken. The effect of our misdeeds on our neighbor isa concept the children are trying to grasp in our class.
To that end, on the first day of preparation for Reconciliation,the assignment is to identify someone you hate. Many kids“hate” someone at school. With kids, “hate” is a broad brushthat paints anyone they do not really know. Their mission then,is to “make friends” with that person. It is a tall order incourage, but it is an exercise we as parents should teach them.Break down the borders of hate by getting to understand ourneighbor and embrace the differences.
From that exercise, we speak of “the rules” as handed down inthe Ten Commandments. Kids can understand most of those,but we explain the Ten Commandments as hypotheticalexamples: You and several thousand of your friends arebuilding a city in the middle of the desert. Things are gettingout of control because everyone is just doing what they want todo. What rules would you make? The first rule the studentsidentify every time is “do not steal,” then “do not kill.” Funnyhow they never come up with “honor your mother and father!”When I brought this up one year, one of my more precociousstudents simply said “Well, Duh!” From there, we distill theCommandments to Love One Another and “the golden rule” oftreating others the way you want to be treated.
We then examine the Jewish concept of Reconciliation calledT'shuvah (ti-SHOO-vah) which means, Repent and Return.
We read “Gershon's Monster” that tells about a man who justsweeps his misdeeds into the cellar every week before theSabbath. Once a year on Rosh Hashana, he casts them into thesea, a ceremony called Tashlik (TAHJ-leek). The legend ofTashlik is if you throw crumbs that symbolize your sins into thewater, the birds and fish will take them away as God'sforgiveness. But Gershon's sins are not so easily forgivenbecause he has not followed the path to forgiveness, whichtypically follows this pattern:
1) Admit you are wrong;
2) Feel remorse;
3) Resolve to change;
4) Right the wrong;
5) Apologize and ask forgiveness;
6) Repair the damage.
We all recognize this pattern. Many of us ask God's forgivenessfor our failings in a general context. We never identify what weconsider to be the misdeed. Further, how many of us resolve tochange and take steps to right the wrong? Finally, what are wedoing to repair the damage? Hail Marys and Our Fathers alonedon't cut it as penance. As youngsters, we used to rip thoseprayers off in short order and do nothing else. We need to dosomething proactive to make it up to those we hurt. Now, thatis hard work.
This year, as we approach Lent, identify how you missed themark, apologize and ask forgiveness. Resolve to change thatbehavior and take steps to make things right. Then add to thecircle. Give of yourself. That's Penance.
Thank you to Father Tom Hurley who compiled a baseball teamof priests to handle all the children. Special thanks to BeaCunningham, who always lets us add our own creativity to theeducation of your children. Finally, thank you to thecommunity of Old St. Patrick's where I have truly found God's work.
Ron Kas is a divorce attorney who lives in Glen Ellyn with hiswife, Bonnie, and children, Christian and Baily. He has beenvolunteering as a Partners Reconciliation teacher for the pastten years.
RECONCILIATION
BY RON KAS
Vanessa Andrews
Max Antoniou
Ariel Antos
Alexander Bahu
Theodore Bahu
Elliot Bajo
Ysabel Baker
Jaime Barajas
Emma Bedward
Miles Bishop
Rafael Bracho
Alexandra Brist
Cormac Bruce
Maria Elena Bryan
Charles Bryant
Alison Burns
Xavier Castro
Allison Cavallo
Christina Chan
Samantha Chen
Ethan Chung
Cameron Clark
Edward Clinton
Ava Coletto
Jackson Covalle
Sophia Dagres
Angelica Diaz
Lily Doody
Maria Elena
Maeve Farley
Niko Farrell
Jack Fearon
Austin Fikejs
Isabella Flerlage
Diego Fox
Ashley Franklin
Michael Gallagher
Michele Girgis
Maximillian Hanlon
Cameron Hawkins
Margaret Hayes
Andrew Heinig
Sean Herber
John Higgins
Riley Higgins
Jordan Hurrelbrink
Joshua Iguade
Pierce Incardone
Grace Kamin
David Keith
Breandan Kissane
Sophia Kouri
Sofia Kowalski
Ellen Kozie
Kayla Kriho
Cameron Laviste
Olivia Long
Jonathan Lord
Catherine Lorden
Thomas Maday
Dario Mancari
Anais Mancini
Dominic Marhoefer
Michael Marling
Brian McNamara
Siobhan McNulty
Clare Mulholland
Megan Mulvihill
Daniela Natera
Beckett Nolan
Taylor O’Donnell
Blake Oesterblad
Maximillian Pasiennik
Stuart Patton-Van Buskirk
Natalia Perez
Diallo Phillips
Kendall Pollard
Abigail Presutti
Andrew Pygon
Maryann Ress
Francesco Rita
Dylan Robertson
Lola Roney
Nina Royston
Matthew Salud
Vincent Scannell
Elise Scheuring
Hannora Sharp
Isabella Shydlowski
Margaret Simpson
Costanza Siniscalchi
Kenneth Skertich
Lauren Slaber
Jack Slowikowski
Tadgh Spillane
Ava Stepan
Alexandra Sullivan
Reith Taggart
Adeline Thompson
Sutton Toenies
Katherine Tokash
Jacob Torres
Joseph Tyree
Matthew Tyree
Christopher Valentino
Brennan Wall
Sadie Wilson-Voss
Miles Ziol
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FirstReconciliation
Class 2010-2011
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COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATION
One of my favorite parts of the “job” at Old St. Pat’s is standing in front of the Church on aSunday morning. Though it may not seem likemuch, I believe deeply in being present to you,the people of Old St. Pat’s, as you come forthfrom worship and enter the excitement andchallenge of your worlds, wherever life takesyou. Though our encounters may be brief, I appreciate very much even the small chance ofconnecting with someone I do not know but yetthey have blessed this Church with theirpresence. I have coined the act of being outside
on Sunday’s as “Des Plaines Street Ministry.” In a Church like ours,where members come from all over the city, suburbs, and northwestIndiana, trying to connect with you before you hit the byways andhighways is really important.
Last week, I had another one of those great moments of meeting notonly someone I did not know, but more importantly someone who was atOld St. Pat’s for the first time. Regretfully, I have forgotten the person’sname, but I was totally humbled by their gracious feedback and thepositive experience this person had at Old St. Pat’s on a Sundaymorning. But what thrilled me most of all after meeting this “firsttimer” on Des Plaines Street was what he told me when I asked himhow he found his way here: a friend invited me. That may not seemlike much, but I think invitation is so key not only to our success, butmost importantly to what the mission of Jesus is all about.
It begins with an act of invitation. Jesus was about inviting hisfollowers, his disciples, and the culture of his time to think in new ways.In keeping with the continuation of The Sermon on the Mount fromMatthew’s Gospel that we consider again today, Jesus invited andchallenged his friends to consider new ways of living life. Imagine,according to Jesus, if you considered yourself Blessed and Salt andLight in the midst of a world that may not think much of you! Imagineif we actually went the extra mile, turned cheeks, offered cloaks, andeven loved our enemies?! Jesus was about an invitation to live life differently.
I hope that what we are always about at Old St. Pat’s is Invitation.I hope and pray we always will find ourselves not only as the Invited Ones but also as the ones doing the inviting to our friends and to the strangers looking for ways to live life differently in the spiritof the Gospel. The life of Church is so different today in the 21stcentury. We are treading some new waters with respect to Church life.The Gospel message of Jesus is that we can always search for new waysto make it better, exciting, relevant, and more meaningful for us and forthe world. We have to! Instead of “the invitation is always there”(which it is) and just wait for the guests to arrive, our greater challenge today is that we must be more animated and direct in our act of invitation.
In addition to the Sunday experience of Liturgy, there’s a lot going on at Old St. Pat’s. Keep inviting so we can keep our Church alive and strong.
See you on Des Plaines Street! Have a great week!
Just a Thought...
JOIN OLD ST. PAT’S CHARITY TEAM
Registration is open and is expected to close soon! To guarantee your spot, please visit our website at
RUN WITH OLD ST. PAT’S TO RAISE MONEYFOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH INITIATIVES.
Members of Old St. Pat’s CROSSROADS RUNNERS are asked to raise a minimum of $1,200 and will receive support and benefits throughout the year including:
• free race entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon; • free personalized training program, coaching, and weekly
training runs; • additional health and nutrition tips; • and numerous prizes and giveaways.
FOR THIS YEAR’S
Fr. Tom Hurley
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CELEBRATIONS
FAMILY MINISTRY
Leo Edward Acker(Melissa and Steven)
Eliot Paul Beran(Kara and Nolan)
Micah Lee Brenner(Nicole and Abe)
Nicole Marie Brown(Mary and Adam)
William Timothy Richard Buhrfiend(Jennifer and Timothy)
Drake Everett Cadle(Jessica and Quincy)
Magnus Heartwell Carlson(Kellie and William)
Gavin Anthony D’Anna(Kimberly and William)
Anthony Robert delaCruz(Jennifer and Anthony)
Magdalena Elizabeth Eipert(Jennifer and Thomas)
Kara Esther Halvey(Kate and Martin)
Jack Alexander Hampton(Kelly and Bradley)
Eli Harrison Henley(Kelly and Peter)
Carter James Knudsen(Michelle and Charles)
Jack Christopher Kovich(Kristi and Christopher)
Anabel O’Keefe Longua(Courtney and Timothy)
Keira Leigh Magee(Kristen and Michael)
Maeve Duffey McCue(Sheila and Thomas)
George Michael Mueller(Lindsay and George)
Martin Matthew Ryan(Shannon and Matthew)
Reese Peyton Ryan(Jennifer and Jeffrey)
Gray Christopher Schaefer(Melissa and Todd)
Lorenzo Maximino Soto(Monica and Manuel)
Jack Gaston Uhrich(Kellie and Michael)
We believe in you, Lord Jesus Christ.Fill our hearts with your radiance and make us the children of light!
(RCIA, 597.1)
BaptismsIn January 2011, we welcomed the following children into the Christian community through the sacrament of Baptism.
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CELEBRATIONS
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 • 7:30 p.m. • Symphony Center
Please join us as Old St. Patrick’s Church celebrates the Fifteenth Anniversary of
make them hear you
Performances include the Metropolis Symphony Orchestra, Old St. Patrick’s Concert Choir, Irish Instrumentalists, Trinity Irish Dancers and vocalists, Michael Boschart, Catherine O’Connell, Rodrick Dixon, and many more!
Don’t miss out on this spectacular evening! Tickets are now on saleand can be purchased through the Symphony Center Box Office,312-294-3000, or www.cso.org.
Award Winning Actor To Narrate 15th Annual Siamsa na NGael
Post-Performance Reception Please join us at the Post-Performance Reception immediately following Siamsa na nGael.The reception, held in the beautiful Grainger Ballroom of the Symphony Center, includescocktails and dessert. Packages are $125 per person and include preferred main floorseating and a ticket to the reception. Tickets are limited. For more information on post-performance and sponsorship packages call 312.831.9355.
Old St. Patrick’s is extremely honored towelcome Martin Sheen to Siamsa nanGael. Multiple Emmy and Golden GlobeAward winner, Martin Sheen is one ofAmerica's most celebrated, colorful, andaccomplished actors.
On the big screen, the Ohio native hasappeared in more than 65 feature filmsincluding a star turn in Francis FordCoppola's landmark film Apocalypse Now,which brought Sheen worldwiderecognition. Other notable credits includeWall Street, Gandhi, Catch Me If You Can,The American President and a GoldenGlobe nominated breakthrough
performance as Timmy Cleary in The Subject Was Roses, a role heoriginated on Broadway and for which hereceived a Tony Award nomination as BestFeatured Actor. In 2006, the actor playedan ill-fated cop in Martin Scorsese’sAcademy Award-winning film TheDeparted. The same year, Sheen joinedanother all-star ensemble cast for thehighly acclaimed feature Bobby, writtenand directed by his son Emilio Estevez.
For television audiences, Sheen is bestrecognized for his six-time Emmynominated performance as PresidentJosiah Bartlet in The West Wing. Sheen
won six of his eight Golden Globenominations, as well as an ALMA Award andtwo SAG Awards for the White House series.
In 2006, Sheen was again nominated foran Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor in aComedy Series; this time for the CBS hitcomedy Two and a Half Men, starring hisson Charlie Sheen.
In addition to series television, Sheen hasappeared in several important made-for-television movies and mini-series includingplaying President John F. Kennedy in thetelevision mini-series Kennedy, for whichhe received a Golden Globe nomination.
in celebration of the Celtic Arts
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SHARING THE MISSION
Second Collection – 2011 Annual Catholic AppealSunday, February 20The Annual Catholic Appeal in support of the work of the Archdiocese willtake place on Sunday, February 20, 2011. This is the one time during theyear all Catholics are asked to make a pledge, payable in installments tothe Archdiocese so that it can meet the spiritual, educational and temporalneeds of parishes, schools, and the people throughout our Archdiocese.
The theme of the 2011 Annual Catholic Appeal is “…seek first thekingdom of God…” (Matthew 6:33). Jesus taught that we are not to worryabout the things of this world. Rather, we are to seek the kingdom of Godand the Father will reward us. God provides all that we have and all thatwe are. Stewardship, in part, is the recognition of God’s gifts and theobligation to return a significant portion of our gifts to assist in his work.Our gifts to our parish, to our Archdiocese and the Church throughout theworld are given in gratitude for what God has given us. A gift to theAnnual Catholic Appeal helps to provide education, services, and ministryto thousands within and outside of our Archdiocese.
The Appeal supports parish ministries that provide religious education tochildren, youth and adults in economically disadvantaged communities. Itis also one of the largest philanthropic sources of financial support forCatholic schools in the Archdiocese.
If you have received your pledge form in the mail, please complete it andbring it to Mass next Sunday, February 20, or you can mail it back to OldSt. Pat’s. For those who did not receive a mailing, envelopes will be in thepews for your convenience .
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COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATION
ADULT SPIRITUALITY AND FAITH FORMATION
Session One:“What Has Changed And Why?”Sunday, February 2010:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.Old St. Pat’s Church Hall700 W. Adams, Chicago
So that we may offer you our besthospitality, please R.S.V.P. to 312.648.1021by Wednesday, February 16.
This session will outline some of thetheological and sociological reasons forthe changes found in the New RomanMissal and its English Translation. It willalso offer an overview of the changedtexts. Each of the three programs willinclude a PowerPoint presentationfollowed by a question and discussion session.
Session Two:“What Was The Process And What Is At Stake?”Sunday, March 2710:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center, Room 25ABC711 W. Monroe Street, Chicago
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Our second session will provide anhistorical overview of the long process(more than 25 years) that has led to thischange. It will also examine some of thetheological and ecclesiological issues atstake in this and every vernaculartranslation of the Church’s Liturgy.
Session Three:“Our Pastoral Response”Sunday, May 110:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.Old St. Pat’s Church Hall700 W. Adams, Chicago
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In our final session, we will explore howthis new translation provides anopportunity for faith communities toreconsider how Liturgy is at the verycenter of the life of a faith community.This “pastoral response” will includestrategic suggestions for the explorationand implementation of the new translationof the Roman Missal.
Edward Foley, Capuchin is the Duns Scotus Professor of Spirituality and Professor of Liturgy and Music at the Catholic TheologicalUnion in Chicago. With 19 books to his credit, he is currently serving as general editor for a scholarly commentary on the new Order ofMass to be published by the Liturgical Press. We at Old St. Patrick’s Church are delighted Fr. Foley is a regular guest presider andpreacher at our Sunday Liturgies.
During the course of the coming year, you will hear more about the Church’s Liturgy, commonly known to us as the Sunday Mass. Whatyou will be hearing, if you have not heard already, is that the Church has made some pretty significant alterations to the language andwords of the English translation to the Mass. While the “rites” will stay the same, the words we say at Mass are going to change,beginning with Advent, 2011. There are many questions being raised as to why and what does this all mean for us as a Catholiccommunity. Well, one of the many blessings we have at Old St. Pat’s is found in the person of Fr. Edward Foley, who is a professor ofliturgical theology at Catholic Theological Union in Hyde Park. Besides being a former teacher of mine, Ed is a weekend presider at Old St. Pat’s and one of the best preachers in town and has agreed to host a three-part series of presentations related to the new Mass. I am most grateful to Ed for offering this informative and relevant series at Old St. Pat’s. Please join us!
Fr. Tom HurleyPastor, Old St. Patrick’s Church
Preparing for the New Roman Missal: Theological and Pastoral Reflections
with Fr. Ed Foley
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COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATION
FAMILY MINISTRY
Family Ministry Children’s Choir andFoundations Mass ChoirAll third-through-eighth-graders are invited to join the Family Mass Children’s Choir. The Choir sings at the Family Mass on the third Sunday of each month. Rehearsals are held in the Rectory(snacks will be provided!) on the dates and thetimes listed below:
Family Mass Children's Choir RehearsalSunday, February 27: 8:30 - 9:20 a.m..
All Foundation teens are invited to join theFoundations Mass Choir.
Foundations Mass Choir RehearsalSunday, February 27: 11 a.m. - Noon
If you would like to attend any of the aboverehearsals, please email the Choir Director,Denise Knowlton, at [email protected].
Family Ministry Invites You to Attend a Book DiscussionWednesday, February 23Join members of the Old St. Pat’s Moms &Tots Group to discuss the book When YouSay Thank You, Mean It...and 11 OtherValues for Instilling Lifelong Values in YourChildren by Old St. Pat’s member, MaryO'Donohue, on Wednesday, February 23at 7 p.m. in the Fr. Jack Wall MissionCenter, Room 21, 711 W. Monroe, Chicago.Mary O'Donohue is a working mother whohas developed a unique month-by-monthprogram that she and her husband use tosuccessfully educate their children aboutthe twelve values her family holds most dear.
Barnes and Noble gives the followingdescription of Mary’s book:
“Everyone wants their children to be happy,responsible, and well adjusted, but there isno rulebook to teach parents how — until
now. By inspiringcommon values suchas lifelong learning, asense of joy, andrespect for others,this unique guideoffers purposefuladvice for raisingjoyful, thoughtfulchildren — who will maketheir world a better one to live in.“
Please invite other parents you know toread this book and join us for thediscussion. We are thrilled Mary O’Donohuewill join us on Wednesday, February 23. For additional resources, please visit herblog at http://maryodonohue.com/blog/?p=6<http://maryodonohue.com/blog/?p=6>.
If you would like to attend this program,please R.S.V.P. to Mara Myers [email protected], or 773.726.2296.
Old St. Pat’s Comes to Your Neighborhood!Crossroads North, West, and SouthwestSpeaker and Discussion SeriesOld St. Pat’s is a large congregation drawing members from more than 200 different zip codes. While it is great to be part of a growing and vibrant experience of Church,sometimes it is challenging to feel connected to others within such a large community.
Our satellite programming is a chance for our suburban and outlying members and friends to gather together with their Old St. Pat’sneighbors, listen to an interesting speaker, and have some great conversation (and avoid a trip downtown!). Come join us!
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All locations follow the same format:6:30 p.m. Refreshments and Welcome7:00 p.m. Presentation and Discussion8:30 p.m. Program Ends
DATE & COST TOPIC & SPEAKER LOCATION & COORDINATORSWednesday, February 23 “The Gospel of John: Three Key Insights Gaelic ParkParking is available. that May Change Your Life!” 6119 147th Street, Oak Forest, IL 60452This program is offered Fr. Paul O’Connor, S.J. 708.687.9323free to attendees. Associate Pastor, Old St. Patrick’s Church Rosemary Nash at [email protected],
John’s Gospel is often the most misunderstood book of the Bible. Fr. Paul O’Connor, S.J., Associate Pastor at Old St. Pat’s, offers three key insights from this Gospel that will deepen your wisdom and potentially transform yourrelationship with God. As one part of his Jesuit training, Fr. O’Connor participated in a class by Sandra Schneiders,I.H.M., a renowned expert on the Gospel of John, and he shares her wisdom and insights from this Gospel, whichhave not only changed his own life, but deepened his understanding of God.
Crossroads Southwest
ADULT SPIRITUALITY AND FAITH FORMATION
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CELEBRATIONS
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CIVIC CELEBRATION
AT OLD ST. PATRICK’S CHURCHSATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2011
On Saturday, March 12, 2011, Old St. Patrick’s Church will hostthe annual St. Patrick’s Day Civic Celebration.
9 a.m. Liturgy in the Church.
Father Tom Hurley welcomes Bishop Timothy J. Lyne and the Old St. Patrick’s clergy to celebrate this Liturgy with Celtic music,traditional Irish musicians, Old St. Patrick’s choir and cantors, and performances by The Sheila Tully Irish Stepdancers, and the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band.
Please join us and the St. Patrick’s Day parade dignitaries for this 9 a.m. Liturgy. Limited balcony seating is available. Thechurch doors open at 7 a.m. The main floor of the church iswheelchair accessible. If you plan to attend Mass and needassistance, please call the church offices at 312.648.1021 for special instructions prior to the event.
10:15 a.m. Breakfast Buffet in The Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW) Cafeteria.
Following Mass, please join us in the FXW Cafeteria for ourBreakfast Buffet, and a performance by The Sheila Tully IrishStepdancers. Tickets for the Cafeteria Buffet are $25/adult and$10/child. Preferred seating will be provided in the church balconyfor the 9 a.m. Liturgy for those with Breakfast Buffet tickets.
To purchase Breakfast Buffet tickets, please complete the TicketOrder Form (or order tickets online at www.oldstpats.org/events).Payment and ticket orders must be received by Old St. Patrick’s no later than Tuesday, March 1.
TICKET ORDER FORMST. PATRICK’S DAY CIVIC CELEBRATION BREAKFAST BUFFET - FXW CAFETERIA
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Note: Tables in the FXW Cafeteria each seat 10 guests.
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❖ Mail ticket order form to:St. Patrick’s Day Civic Breakfast Buffet, 711 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 60661
Note: Payment must accompany all ticket orders.
Telephone orders cannot be accepted.
Please order your tickets early as this event sells out very quickly.
❖ All ticket orders must be received by Tuesday, March 1(unless the event is sold out prior to that date).
❖ Tickets will be mailed on Thursday, March 3.
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CELEBRATIONS
On Sunday, March 13, 2011, Old St. Patrick’s Churchwill celebrate our traditional Community Celebration inhonor of our patron saint.
Father Tom Hurley will celebrate the 12:45 p.m. Liturgyfeaturing Celtic music performed by traditional Irishmusicians, Old St. Patrick’s choir and cantors, andperformances by The Sheila Tully Irish Stepdancers, andthe Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band.
Following Mass, we invite everyone to the Church Hallfor a complimentary Irish Continental breakfast, and aperformance by The Sheila Tully Irish Stepdancers.
FEAST OF ST. PATRICK COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2011
Operating Revenue and Expenses • July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010It is our pleasure to share with you the financial report from this past fiscal year. If you review theCrossroads Bulletin with any regularity, you know this faith community is committed to creatinggreat Church! Not just good, but great Church demands we host programs and ministries thatreally move the spirit within each of us, while ultimately calling us to go out into the world andserve others. It is one thing to say this is who Old St. Patrick’s Church is; it is another thing to liveit out! Hosting great Church in the heart of a major metropolis is not inexpensive.
Although the operating revenues this fiscal year turned out to be lighter than originally forecasted,the staff and leadership at Old St. Patrick’s Church were able to similarly hold expenses to a levelwhich allowed us to still finish the year with a modest reserve.
We hope you share this passion and will continue to co-host one of the best urban expressions ofa dynamic Catholic Church experience in 2011!
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DEVELOPMENT
Footnotes:* General: This category of expense includes property and casualty insurance, priests’ retirement fund, and Old St. Patrick’s commitment to the
good work of the Archdiocese that supports programs such as, but not limited to Young Adult Ministry, Prison Ministries and the Office of Peace and Justice.
** Reserve: a modest reserve for unanticipated events. If the reserve is not used, it is rolled forward for future use.
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DEVELOPMENT
Footnotes:* A few Major Gifts which were anticipated over a pledge period were unexpectedly received in full in 2010, which accounts for lower expectations in 2011.
** The Frances Xavier Warde School’s contribution to the development and construction of its new school. This contribution will continue to take place through 2018.
*** The net revenue for Siamsa na nGael is anticipated to perform better than in recent years due to the talent of Martin Sheen as the guest narrator.
**** Thanks to a number of donors who have generously underwritten the event, there is room for revenue growth at Deck The Hall.
***** The Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center at 711 W. Monroe St. is occupied by Old St. Patrick’s Church and the Archdiocese Office of Archives and Records. Old St. Pat’s portion of ownership was paid in full in July 2010 (FY2011) with a final payment of $30,000.
Capital Revenue FYE '10 (Actual) FYE '11 (Budget)
Major Gifts* $ 1,203,545.00 48.0 % $ 600,000.00 28.6 %
Capital Revenue & Expense • July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
On the other hand, capital revenue exceeded expectations this past fiscal year which allows Old St. Pat’s the opportunity to break ground thisspring for a new Church elevator and Phase I of the courtyard renovation.
When Old St. Patrick’s Church was restored in the mid 1990’s, a personal lift was added to the Church to assist those individuals who had difficulty navigating the stairs. At first this appeared to be an ample solution; however, over time and increased usage, it hasbeen proven that the personal lift is no longer sufficient to meet theneeds of this community, nor its guests. The Old St. Pat’s communityseeks to install a commercial elevator that will more appropriatelymeet the needs of all those individuals who wish to worship andcelebrate in the Church, as well as the Hall where countless programs and events are hosted.
Meanwhile, the courtyard, adjacent to the oldest public building in thecity of Chicago, has great potential to be an oasis in the city. Theprospect of a place for peace, reflection and prayer, while also being apractical space for a variety of gatherings such as receptions, concertsand liturgies are the things of dreams. Thanks to several major giftswhich have been committed and received to date, Old St. Pat’s is in afiscal position to enhance the sacredness of the campus creating notonly a place, but an experience of welcome for the many seekers andsearchers who find their way into the city.
Fr. Tom Hurley looks forward to sharing a more detailed plan with youin the coming weeks, and invites your participation in this most excitingendeavor. In the meantime, if you have any questions regarding thefinancial report for FY2010, please contact Kate Rhodes, Director ofAdvancement at 312-798-2338, or [email protected].
Capital Expenses FYE '10 (Actual) FYE '11 (Budget)
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OLD ST. PAT’S YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Old St. Pat’s Young Adult Ministry Calendar
Monday,February 287 p.m.
Saturday,March 58:15 a.m. –12:30 p.m.
Young Adult Book ClubNew members welcome! Join us for our January gathering as we discuss thebook "Secret Lives of the U.S. Presidents" by Cormac O’Brien. For moreinformation, please contact Rachelle Lindo at [email protected].
March Young Adult Service SaturdayPlease join us to help sort and package donated medical supplies for theHospital Sisters Mission Outreach. These items will be shipped to places suchas Haiti, instead of ending up in a landfill. We will meet at the Old St. Pat’sChurch steps at 8:15 a.m. and carpool to the site. Contact Keara [email protected] with questions.
DATE/TIME EVENT LOCATION
The Book Cellar4736 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago
Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach5213 W. 65th Street, Bedford Park
Young Adults...What are YOU doing to prepare for
the St. Patrick’s Day season?Why not celebrate with us?
Young AdultIrish Cieli
Dance night
Monday, February 28, 7 p.m.
Whetheryou are Irishor not, joinus in theOld St. Pat’sChurch Hallto learn thiskind of Irishgroupdancing(think “square dancing”) and enjoyan evening of music, laughter, andfun! This event is FREE. PleaseR.S.V.P. to [email protected].
St. Patrick’sDay Civic
Celebration
Saturday, March 12 Mass at 9 a.m.
Enjoy this one-of-a-kind Mass andBrunch with other young adultsfrom Old St. Pat’s and kick-off St.Patrick’s Day weekend in Chicagowith style! For “young adult” ticketsto the Brunch, please [email protected].
Siamsa nangael concert
package
Wednesday, March 16 6 p.m. Reception7:30 p.m. Concert
Join other young adults for a pre-concert reception at The Gagebefore enjoying this beautifulconcert while seated in our “youngadult” section of the Gallery atSymphony Center. Tickets for theconcert and pre-concert receptionare $25. To reserve your tickets, or ifyou have any questions, pleasecontact [email protected].
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The Encore Cafe Welcomes Charles MenghiniSunday, February 27More an experience than a place, theEncore Cafe seeks to bring together“seasoned” adults (men and women, singleand married, age fifty or older) for a good meal,
great conversation, and the best fellowship!
Your morning at the Encore Cafe will begin with a catered breakfastbuffet followed by a thought provoking, forty-minute presentation byan inspiring guest speaker. There is always time for greatconversation with your table guests.
The next Encore Cafe will feature Charles T. Menghini, President andProfessor of Music and Director of Bands at VanderCook College of Musicin Chicago. We look forward to a fascinating presentation as Charliereflects on a life in the arts and the gift of teaching music to others.
Come join us!
Date: Sunday, February 27
Time: 10:45 a.m. (following the 9:30 a.m. Mass) to 12 p.m.
Place: Old St. Pat’s Church Hall, 700 W. Adams, Chicago
Cost: $10 per person, reservations held at the door.
Reservations: In order to offer you our best hospitality, please make your reservation for the Encore Cafe by calling Encore volunteer, Eileen Brady at 630.782.1496 no later than Wednesday, February 23.
Before coming to Chicago 17 years ago, Charlie Menghinitaught for 18 years in Missouri and Kansas. Bands underhis direction performed in the Tournament of RosesParade, Orange Bowl Parade, Bands of America
International Festival and the XV Olympic Winter Games inCalgary, Alberta, Canada.
Originally from Iron Mountain, Michigan, Charlie attended NorthernMichigan University and the University of Missouri – Columbia wherehe earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education. He alsoholds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Missouri –Kansas City, and a Doctorate of Arts in Wind Conducting from theUniversity of Missouri – Kansas City Conservatory of Music.
Charlie frequently serves as a clinician and adjudicator throughout theUnited States, Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and hasactively worked with more than 350 school and community ensemblesfrom 20 states as well as Canada, Japan, Southeast Asia andAustralia. He has conducted all–state ensembles throughout thecountry and has presented numerous clinics throughout the world.
In addition, he has played lead trumpet in the Kansas City ChiefsProfessional Football Band for fifteen seasons. He is a RotaryInternational Paul Harris Fellow, and currently President of the First Friday Club of Chicago.
Recognizing each new season of our lives brings with it its owngraces, joys, challenges and opportunities; Encore is your invitation tocome together with other “seasoned” adults (men and women, singleand married, age fifty or older) at Old St. Pat’s to share yourenthusiasm for life, learning, service, and fun!
ENCORE
MARRIAGE MINISTRY
Wedding ScheduleIf you are engaged and would like to be married at Old St. Patrick’sChurch, please contact Jo Ann O’Brien, wedding scheduler/coordinator, [email protected], or 312.831.9383. Volunteer wedding assistantswill facilitate your rehearsal and assist at your wedding ceremony.
Wedding Banns May the Winds of Heaven Dance Between You.I
II
Christopher Anschuetz & Kristin Ann Stortz
Robert Emett Denvir & Stephanie Terese Serra
Kyle Jeffery Novak & Joanna Louise Gregory
III
Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 21, 2011
Mass will be celebrated at 7 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. at Old St. Patrick’s Church on Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 21, 2011.
However, the Church Offices will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 21, 2011.
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Sunday, February 20Third Sunday SocialMillennium Park Ice Skating
Enjoy the beautiful Chicago skyline whileskating at Millennium Park following the 5 p.m. Mass on Sunday, February 20. The rink is free and open to the public until 9 p.m. on Sunday. Skates are available for rent for $10, or you
may bring your own. The ice rink islocated on Michigan Avenue betweenWashington and Madison Streets. Forthose who prefer watching iceskating, the Park Grill overlooks theice rink. To R.S.V.P., please contact
Saturday, February 26Funn Food Connection at Ay Ay Picante
The Funn Committee and Connectionsare co-hosting a night of Peruviancuisine at Ay Ay Picante — February’sBYOB. In the ancient kingdom of Tawantisuyo, the Inca and theirpredecessors created a rich gastronomic tradition. For thousandsof years, the Andean people produced delicious dishes usingchilies, corn, avocados, tomatoes, and potatoes. It would takemany more years before the rest of the world had access to mostof these ingredients. Come and join us for a delightful evening onSaturday, February 26 at Ay Ay Picante, 4569 North Elston, Chicago. Drinks will be served at6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. To R.S.V.P., please contactLizbeth Gain at [email protected], or 773.677.9283.
Connections February Service ProjectSaturday, February 26
Connections invites you to join them from 9 a.m. -3 p.m. on Saturday, February 26 at the Houseof Mary and Joseph Shelter, 2715 W. Harrison,Chicago. The facility shelters and feeds morethan 250 homeless persons every night. Althoughthe shelter needs vast repairs, the work to be
accomplished will focus on the kitchen where meals are prepared,and clients eat standing up at stainless steel tables. The plan is topaint, repair faucets, stabilize the tables, and hang pictures. Tocomplete these tasks, 25 - 30 volunteers will be needed. If youwould like to participate in this service project, please contact JimOtto at [email protected], or Jim Uhlarik at [email protected].
CONNECTIONS LITURGY
February/March 2011 Liturgy Schedule
If you would like to volunteer as a minister or coordinator for one ofour Liturgies, please complete the form below and place it in the REDfile folder, located in the hanging file on the wall in the Usher’s closet,or mail it to Old St. Patrick’s Church, Attn: Jaclyn Mullooly, 711 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 60661.
Eucharistic Coordinator Hospitality Coordinator Lector Eucharistic Minister Hospitality Minister
Saturday, March 12 – Saint Patrick’s Day Civic CelebrationChurch 9 a.m.
Sunday, March 13 – 1st Sunday of Lent; Daylight Savings TimeChurch 7 a.m. 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m.
12:45 p.m. (St. Patrick’s Day Community Celebration) 5 p.m.
Sunday, March 20 – 2nd Sunday of LentChurch 7 a.m. 8 a.m. 11:15 a.m.
12:45 p.m. 5 p.m.Hall 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, March 27– 3rd Sunday of LentChurch 7 a.m. 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m.
12:45 p.m. 5 p.m.
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Divorce Support Group – You are Not AloneSunday, February 27, March 13 and March 27This is a networking group for men and woman who are separated ordivorced. “You are Not Alone” is a chance to talk with other men andwomen who are separated or divorced. We meet to discuss topics ofimportance to those seeking to heal during and after one of life'smost difficult transitions. We are not professional counselors, but are
your peers who have been there and simply wish to listen and offer encouragement. We meet every other Sunday, from 10:45 a.m.to 12:15 p.m. in Room 23, Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center, 711 W. Monroe, Chicago.
This is a free, drop-in networking group and no registration isrequired. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie [email protected].
Group Date/Time Contact
Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD)Old St. Pat’s Group Volunteer DatesHelp Us Stamp Out Hunger!4100 W. Ann Lurie Pl., Chicago, 773.247.3663
Encore Tuesday, March 8 Carole Zander9 a.m. - noon [email protected]
Outreach Saturday, March 12 Mary Beth Riley9 a.m. - noon [email protected]
630.655.9447
The Book Club meets on the second Sunday of every month from September to June. Book Club meetings are held in the library on the third floor of the Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center at 711 W. Monroe, from 9:30 – 11 a.m. The library is wheelchair accessible. All are welcome. Contact either Eileen Sutter at 312.575.4214, or Jean Lyon at 773.545.0482.
BOOK CLUB
Date: Sunday, March 13, 2011Book: Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything
Across Italy, India and IndonesiaAuthor: Elizabeth Gilbert
Pilgrimage to Picturesque FranceSunday, October 22 – Wednesday, November 1, 2011
You are invited to join us for a pilgrimage tothe “heart” of France where you will havean opportunity to visit medieval castles,magnificent Cathedrals, walled cities, and colonial mansions. Hosted by Fr. Tom Hurley, Pastor, Old St. Patrick’sChurch, the tour promises to beinsightful, uplifting, educational, andmost of all, a thrill of a lifetime. The 11-day pilgrimage will includevisits to Chartres, Rouen, Versailles,Bayeux, the fairy-tale castles of theLoire River Valley, and the battlegroundof the Normandy invasion. No trip toFrance would be complete without a visit to Paris, the “City of Lights.” Your sightseeing itinerary also includesNotre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and the Church of St. Catherine Laboure.
For more information about this wonderfultrip, please attend the following:
Informational Meeting 7 p.m., Thursday, March 24Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center711 W. Monroe, Chicago
Brochures containing further details about the trip can be obtained by contactingJeannine Chavez at 312.831.9377, or [email protected], or Trans World Travel at 847.432.2400.
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SHARING THE MISSION
First Friday Club of Chicago
Date: Friday, March 4
Speaker: Fr. Bruce WellemsPastor of Holy Cross/Immaculate Heart of Mary Church
Topic: “My Dream is to Have a Dream”Responding to Violence in Our Chicago Communities
Time: Noon
Location: Union League Club, Main Lounge, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago
Cost: $30 for members, $35 for guests
Reservations: Join the Old St. Pat’s table to take advantage of the special member’s prices. Call Table Captains before Noon on Tuesday, March 1:Paula Krupka, 312.280.2624, or Peggy Pecoraro, 773.774.5250.
Because of contractual arrangements with the Union League Club, once your reservation is made, your lunch fee is required, even if you cannot attend. The dress code at the Union League Club is business casual for men and women, no jeans or tennis shoes.
Violence in our neighborhoods and homes is everyone’s issue —so what is a faith-filled response? How can we cultivate hope andbuild a more peaceful future together?
Some years ago, Fr. Bruce Wellems, Pastor of the combined HolyCross/Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in the Back of the Yards
Neighborhood, took a group of at-risk inner-city Chicago youth, ages 14 - 17, for a hike high in the Colorado Rockies. At the end ofthe five day trek through some very difficult wilderness, heinterviewed each of the youth, asking them, “What is your dream?”One of the youth, Jaime, said matter-of-factly, “I don’t have adream.” Fr. Bruce responded, “Everyone has to have a dream.” And he replied, “My dream is to have a dream.”
As the realities of violence continue to plague our city, youth such as Jaime grow up in the midst of communities and families whohave experienced generations of domestic and neighborhoodviolence. Hope and the ability to dream of a better life are squeezedout of them and given little opportunity to even begin to grow and berealized. Today, through the intervention and support of a parish andneighborhood community working together, Jaime is now dreamingof college and is safely learning and growing through the Boys Town program in Omaha, Nebraska.
Fr. Bruce will focus on how his parish community has discovered,through reflection and networking, some of the root causes ofneighborhood violence, and how they have found effective ways torespond and to make peace possible every day for hundreds of youthand families. Fr. Bruce Wellems is a Claretian Missionary, ordainedin 1986. He has been serving as Pastor since 1999, and is also theExecutive Director of Boys Town Chicago, founded in 2007. Fr. Wellems helped create a Public Alternative High School and thePeace and Education Coalition to accompany youth who dropped outof high school and were at-risk of violence. He graduated fromCatholic Theological Union with his M.Div. degree in 1984, andreceived a D.Min. from St. Mary of the Lake University in 1993.
First Friday Club of Chicago312.466.9610ffcc@firstfridayclubchicago.orgwww.firstfridayclubchicago.org
An Invitation to Join UsAre you interested in becoming more involved in the Old St. Patrick’s community?
We have many different volunteer opportunities available. Please visit our website at
www.oldstpats.org/resource-guide and view our Resource Guide. This guide lists all our groups
along with descriptions of each group’s purpose and contact information on how to get involved.
We look forward to communicating with you and sharing all the good things happening in our
community. Getting involved will only enhance your experience of Church at Old St. Patrick’s.
Bridget Evers, Associate Director of Membership, is available to answer any questions you
may have. Please to contact her at 312.831.9368, or [email protected].
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ACCESSIBILITY AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Inclusion and Accessibility Statement
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The Adoption Group
The purpose of the Adoption Group is to provide a supportivesocial network for adoptive families. For more details, pleasecontact Mary and Len Carnevale at 708.421.0945 [email protected].
Nursery Service
Nursery service is available during the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. Massesin The Frances Xavier Warde School building. Enter the school onDes Plaines Street.
The Baptismal Program and Schedule
The Baptismal Program offers educational opportunities forparents. To schedule a baptism, please contact Betty O’Toole,Baptism Scheduler, at [email protected] or 312.798.2366.
Family Choir
The Family Choir is open to family members who would like toshare their talents. For more information, please contact Bill Fraher, Music Director, Old St. Pat’s at 312.798.2353, or [email protected].
S.P.O.K.E.S.St. Pat’s Opportunities for Kids to Experience Service
Inspired by Old St. Pat’s Outreach, S.P.O.K.E.S. was formed tointroduce our children to outreach projects in which they can feelthey have made a difference to others.
Moms And Tots Group
The Moms and Tots Group meets at least monthly, usually onweekday mornings. We would love to have you and your littleones join us. Meet and socialize with other moms while the kidsplay. Suggested for newborns through preschool age. For additional information, please contact Mara Myers at773.726.2296, or [email protected].
MagnifiKids — A Weekly Publication for Children
Family Ministry is happy to offer families of children, ages 5 to 12,a weekly publication that explains and offers activities for theSunday readings. On Liturgy of the Word Sundays, the magazine is offered to the children. Copies of MagnifiKids can be found in the vestibule of the Church. Please take a copy for yourchild/family.
FAMILY MINISTRY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS
Old St. Patrick’s Church celebrates the goodness of life by continually creating an experience of hospitality, friendship, prayer, and servicethat responds to all human needs.
It is our intention to make every activity and event accessible and inclusive. If you should ever encounter a barrier blocking or impedingyour worship at Old St. Patrick’s Church, please contact Bridget Evers at 312.831.9368.
For your comfort and convenience . . .
The rest rooms are located on the lower level of thechurch, at the foot of the north stairwell, in the foyer of thechurch hall, and at the west side of the hall. The hall maybe reached via the north stairwell, or the elevator in thenorth tower only. The balcony can be accessed by usingeither the north or south stairwell.
In consideration for all, please put all cell phones andbeepers on silent mode as we begin Mass.
If you have difficulty approaching the altar for HolyCommunion, please tell an usher, and Communion will bebrought to you.
Low-Gluten Hosts Available at all MassesLow-gluten hosts are available for those who, for health reasons, cannot receive the regular Communionhost. If you would like to receive a low-gluten host, please inform the Mass coordinator, before Mass begins. At Communion, please identify yourself to the presider as the person to receive the low-gluten host.
Braille and large print worship aids are available for yourconvenience. Please ask an Usher if you would like to use one of these items.
We do have a small lift, without stairs, for access to thechurch and hall. The entrance is on Des Plaines Street,through the gate just north of the main church steps.
If you need a hearing device, please ask an usher.
A sign language interpreter will be available at the 5 p.m.Mass every Sunday. Please sit in the second or thirdpews on the Joseph side of the altar if you would like toutilize this service.
In case of an emergency, please exit the church throughthe three sets of double doors located in the rear of thechurch or by the exit door located behind the Altar screen.
If there is anyway we can be of better service, please let us know.
February 25Feast Day of BlessedSebastian of Aparicio (1502 - 1600)
Sebastian was born in Spain into a peasant family.He was deeply religious and changed employmentseveral times before the age of 30 to avoid thetemptations opened to him. At the age of 31, hesailed to Mexico where he settled in the town ofPuebla de los Angeles and began working in thefields. However, he noticed a business opportunitythere. Puebla was an important crossroads and henoted the goods transported were carried on thebacks of pack animals or, more disturbingly, on the overloaded backs of the native people. At first, Sebastian made and sold wheeled cartsfor the transport of goods. He then expanded intothe improvement and building of roads and bridgesto improve the transport for goods, agriculturaltrading and the people of the community. He was responsible for building a 466-mile road from Mexico City to Zacatecas that took 10 yearsto build, but was of enormous benefit to the local economy.By the age of 50, Sebastian was a wealthy man.He lived very simply and gave his earnings toothers, he bought food for the poor, made loans henever reclaimed to poor farmers too proud toaccept charity, he paid the dowries for poor bridesand gave free training to Indians in skills thatwould assist them in earning a living. In addition,people brought him their problems, as he had areputation for his wisdom. Sebastian’s generosityand charity to all earned him the nickname “Angel of Mexico.” At 70 years of age, he decided to give everythinghe had to the poor, and became a lay Franciscanbrother. His job was to go out and beg for food forhis fellow brothers and for the poor in their care.This formerly rich man loved his job and was lovedby his fellow Franciscans, the townspeople andthe poor the brothers helped. Sebastian ofAparicio was beatified in 1787 and is known as apatron of travelers. His remains were never buriedbut, at the request of the local people, exposed ina prominent place for veneration. Several hundredclaims of miracles attributed to his intercessionwere made even before his death and such claimscontinue to this day.Adapted from the “Saint of the Day” Web sitehttp://www.americancatholic.org/.
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IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS
Sunday, February 20, 20117 a.m. Jack & Chung O'Dwyer 8 a.m. Patricia Green (✝)9:30 a.m. Terri Ann Festek11:15 a.m. Joann Paoletti (✝)12:45 p.m. Lester Vossekuil (✝)5 p.m. Mary Catherine SchweskaMonday, February 21, 2011Mr. & Mrs. John Fisher Tuesday, February 22, 2011Mr. & Mrs. John Fisher, Florence & Frank Siuda Wednesday, February 23, 2011Guadalupe Carrier, Ellen Daly (✝), Mr. & Mrs. John FisherThursday, February 24, 2011Friday, February 25, 2011Saturday, February 26, 2011
(✝) deceased
Prayer Requests
For Those Who Are SickEmma Castillo, Bill Early, Brendan Falls, Infant Carter Cook-Hartwig, Joanne Grant,Jonathan Carroll Ingold, Nancy Johnson, Neal Loftus, Carol McNicholas, Mike O’Shea,Rob Pilcher, Anne Schoeneck, Mary Stolle, Dan Wagner, Carson White, Phil WicklanderFor Those Who Have Recently DiedOfficer Sava Basic, Dee Butler, Dan Finnerty,Hank Howard, Marge Nelson, William Nelson,Felder Rorer, Mark Swibes
Mass Remembrances
Sunday, February 20, 2011Peter F. Coffield, Terrence Costello, Mr. & Mrs. Frank Fischer, Walter A. Kusek, Arthur & Mary Treanor,William Kennith Zeman Monday, February 21, 2011Janice Caruso, Madeleine Grace Chabura,Thomas J. Roche Tuesday, February 22, 2011Joyce Bross, Brian Doyle, Senator Edward Kennedy, Mildred Nemec,Meghan M. RileyWednesday, February 23, 2011John Candor Jr., Joan Carroll, Michael J. Piorkowski, William G. SkeltonThursday, February 24, 2011William V. Fritz, Mark H. Gonzalez, M.D.,George Goodridge, Donald P. Kelly, James Murphy, Sr,, Maria De Los Pintado,Rosemary Shiro Schultz, Devera Stevenson,Samuel R. & Phyllis Thompson, Judith Ann ZemaitisFriday, February 25, 2011Elaine Becker, William Becker, Kenneth Craig Breigel, Maureen Joan Danaher,Elsie Janos Dragisic, Helen E. Hinkes, John J. & Dorothy Jiganti, John C. "Jack" Pettigrew, Don Hernando Elejalde ToroSaturday, February 26, 2011*Betty & Lee Conlon, James Cunningham,Edward & Dorothy Gordon, Dorothy Jordan,Emmett Morrissay, Frank Reynolds, William L. Schiffler, Kathleen & WilburWoodrow*As there are no Masses scheduled on Saturday, these names will be read on Friday, February 25, 2011.
Book of Patrick
Pastoral CareDo you know someone in need of Pastoral Care amongst our Old St. Pat’s community?Please contact Bernadette Moore Gibson at312.798.2389.
Saint of the Week
Prayer Requests Names of the sick or recently deceased are listedfor one week in the prayers of the faithful andtwo subsequent weeks in the bulletin. Please callBernadette Moore Gibson at 773.848.1868 to adda name to the list.
"You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil. When someone strikes youon your right cheek, turn the other one as well." - Mt 5:38-39
The Book of Patrick offers perpetualremembrance of a loved one who has passed or aspecial date, including weddings and othersacraments, chosen by the donor. The $100donation benefits Old St. Patrick’s. For information,please contact Bridget Evers at 312.831.9368.
Mass Remembrances commemorate a birthday,special anniversary, or the anniversary of a lovedone’s death on the date of your choice (two weeksnotice required to meet bulletin printing deadline).Includes a Mass card. Please call 312.648.1021.
SundayLv 19:1-2, 17-18/1 Cor 3:16-23/Mt 5:38-48
MondaySir 1:1-10/Mk 9:14-29
Tuesday1 Pt 5:1-4/Mt 16:13-19
WednesdaySir 4:11-19/Mk 9:38-40
ThursdaySir 5:1-8/Mk 9:41-50
SaturdaySir 17:1-15/Mk 10:13-16
FridaySir 6:5-17/Mk 10:1-12
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Is this your first time here? Or maybe you’re an old friend with some life changes… We are honored to have you worship with us today and hope your experience was both meaningful and enjoyable. Our greatest hope is that you will return. The vibrant experience of Old St. Pat’s is created by its members. We invite you to form an ongoing relationship with Old St. Patrick’s Church and help to contributeto this spirited and energetic community. This registration form will provide us with your basic information so we may connect with you and further discuss themany ways you may become a part of Old St. Pat’s. We look forward to meeting you!
Please return this form to: Bridget Evers, Old St. Patrick’s Church Offices, 711 West Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60661, or fax to 312.648.9025. You may contact Bridget at 312.831.9368, or [email protected] with any questions.
WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU? As part of our ongoing commitment to enhance communications, we invite you to jot down any thoughts, comments, or suggestions you may have for us.
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES
REGISTERED MEMBER TYPE:Member (Old St. Patricks is my primary church.)
❍ Please send Sunday Giving envelopes.❍ I/We would like to give electronically or via stock transfer. Please send me/us information on how to do so.❍ Please contact me/us to further discuss giving to Old St. Patrick’s Church.
Associate (Old St. Pat’s is NOT my primary church, but I regularly attend events, programs and/or Masses.)
Friend (I have no formal affiliation with any church, and sometimes attend Mass and events at Old St. Pat’s.)
ADULT 1
Dr. Mr. Mrs. Ms. Mr. & Mrs. Mr. & Ms.
Full Name : _____________________________________________________
Male Female
Preferred First Name: _____________________________________________
Catholic Protestant (specifically _______________)Jewish Muslim
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RELIGION
Catholic Protestant (specifically _______________)Jewish Muslim
Other _____________________________
Total number of individuals in your household: ___________List the names and dates of birth of those in your household, excluding the names above:
Welcome...
PLEASE CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
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STAFF AND VOLUNTEER DIRECTORY
Old St. Patrick’s Church • 700 West Adams Chicago, IL 60661 Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center • 711 W. Monroe • Chicago, IL 60661Phone: 312.648.1021 / Fax: 312.648.9025www.oldstpats.org
Mass Schedules: Sunday Masses: 7, 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m., 12:45, and 5 p.m.Monday – Friday Daily Mass: 7 a.m. and 12:10 p.m Sacrament of Reconciliation: Friday, 11:45 a.m.
DEPARTMENT/GROUP NAME PHONE EMAILAccounting Janette Nunez 312.798.2305 [email protected]
ClergyPastor Fr. Thomas J. Hurley 312.831.9363 [email protected] Pastor Fr. Paul C. O’Connor, S.J. 312.831.9381 [email protected]. Assistant to Pastor Jeannine Chavez 312.831.9377 [email protected] Residence: Fr. John J. Wall
Fr. John CusickVisiting Clergy: Fr. Edward Foley, OFM Cap.
Fr. Pat McGrath, SJFr. Paul Novak, OSMFr. William O'Shea
Friends of the ElderlyMarah’s Permanent Housing RoxAnne Rochester* 312.553.1777 [email protected] Olympics Greg Benacka* 708.271.4460 [email protected]. Agatha’s Sharing Parish Beth Marek 312.831.9361 [email protected] Casa Jim Karczewski* 630.279.0144 [email protected] of I Hospital Pediatrics Sue Siekierski* 312.546.4312 [email protected]
Sharing the MissionThe Cara Program Eric Weinheimer 312.798.3305
Ray Andrew* 312.644.4950 [email protected] Transitions Center Deb Wilson 312.906.9908 [email protected] Friday Club of Chicago Wanda Menghini 312.466.9610 [email protected] Frances Xavier Mary Reiling 312.466.0700
Warde SchoolHorizons for Youth Susie Morales 312.627.9031 [email protected] Adult Ministry Office Co-Directors: Rev. John Cusick & [email protected]
of the Chicago Archdiocese Dr. Kate DeVriesYAM Administrative Assistant Socorro Perez 312.466.9473 www.yamchicago.org
