CORCORAN’S CORNER Enrollment of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion Candidates... This Sunday, Oct. 25, we have invited our Second Grade parishioners and their families to an Enrollment Ceremony at our 10 AM Mass, as they begin their year-long preparation process to celebrate the sacra-ments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Commun-ion. During their year in religion or catechetical ses-sions, they will learn about these sacraments, and then celebrate them. Please keep them all in your prayers. The October Count... During all the weekends of October, our usher/greeters will be “counting heads” at each of our weekend Masses. This is being done in every parish throughout the Archdiocese, and has been done for many years now. So if you see the ushers scanning the congregation, you will know why. In early Novem-ber, I will share the results of our count, and the num-bers which the Archdiocese has reported to us from last year’s counting. Ministry Fair… On the weekend of November 7 and 8, our parish will host a Ministry Fair featuring all the various liturgical ministries, formation and educational groups, social action and support groups and efforts, and all our parish organizations. It is a chance for parishioners to consider being part of these community groups and efforts. This weekend we are focusing on the large variety of social action and support groups which our parish is engaged in. Whether it is our St. Vincent De Paul Society’s outreach and support of those in need, our Ministry of Consolation who visit at wakes; our Alcoholics Anonymous Group; Men’s Group; our monthly Hope Employment Ministry for those seeking work, our Prayer Shawl Ministry of knitters who make prayer blankets; the Newborns in Need Group who knit and sew items for premature infants in the hospital; our parish alliance with the ecumenical SWIFT [South West interfaith Team]; our Social Action Ministry that does so much to educate and empower us about a wide variety of our Church’s teachings and outreach, including our wonderful parish-sharing relationship with St. Procopius Parish in Pilsen, serving at the Daybreak Shelter Soup in Joliet, and our support of Respond Now who assists the poorest of the poor in the south suburbs. Our parish is actively engaged with feeding the hungry ,consoling the sorrowing, clothing the naked, and advancing Catholic Social Teaching by the activi-ties of our lives. This week we consider such actions of justice and mercy, and consider our role in these parish efforts. Our upcoming Parish Ministry Fair encourages us to think over how we are all linked to the greater efforts of our parish community.

Great Catholic Feasts: All Saints and All Souls... Next weekend, October 31 and November 1, we celebrate the Feast of All Saints, and on Monday, November 2, the Feast of All Souls. This is a great “Catholic Weekend.” We first mock the devil and evil on the Eve of All Hallows [Halloween], proclaiming that the devil holds no sway over us, and has no power in our lives. On All Saints Day, November 1, we remember all the good people we know who have died, who were friends to God, and who now live with him forever in heaven. Hopefully in future years, All Saints Day will be the day that our Church remembers the goodness of our lives, when we join God in heaven. Finally, on the Feast of All Souls, November 2, we remember and mourn all our beloved deceased family and friends. Mourning is a process, and All Souls Day helps us make this journey. You may turn in your All Souls Day Purgatorial Society envelopes in the regular collection. Throughout the year we offer Masses in memory of all those in our parish purgatorial society. Besides the regular 9 AM All Souls Day Mass on November 2, we will have a special All Souls Liturgy at 7 PM in our church with light hospitality to follow in the Narthex. All are welcome as we pray for our beloved dead, remembering them in prayer. A Word to the Wise... Besides restriping the parking lot, we have updated the “Handicapped Parking” signs with new higher levels of fines. Police may ticket cars parking in slots designated for the handicapped who do not show a handicapped sticker. A “word to the wise” should be sufficient. Praying for our Military.... Someone recently suggested that we list the names of those who are serving in our military in our parish bulletin on occasion. This is a wonderful idea, but one that I would not follow. The reason is that, when I have raised that issue in prior parishes, a number of families said that the last thing that they wanted in this current age is for strangers to know that their spouse was out of the country serving our nation. They were afraid of being targeted by some low life. We do regularly pray for the military at Mass [and my most common penance in the sacrament of reconciliation is for the penitent to pray for the safety of our military].

Keep Smiling...

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Sat., Oct. 24 (5pm) Dorothy Angstadt; Michael Mulcahy Sun., Oct. 25 (7:15am) For All Parishioners; Frank Moore (8:30am) Purgatorial Society; Jerome Wieczorek (10am) Sister Mary Modesto Connolly; Alvin Smith (11:30am) Margaret Slattery; Margaret Butt Mon., Oct. 26 (9am) Earl Landgraf; Daniel Mungovan Tues., Oct. 27 (9am) Lorraine Cichon; Jelisava Samanic Wed., Oct. 28 (9am) Maureen Marshall; John Fitzmaurice Thurs., Oct. 29 (9am) Nik Samanic; Edward Barton Fri., Oct. 30 (9am) Camille Rosiak; Dorothy Beilfuss

MASS INTENTIONS

STEWARDSHIP

COLLECTION FOR 10-18-15: $22,731.75

KIDS’ COLLECTION: $8.15

Thank you for your generosity.

We remember the sick, infirm, and those recommended to our prayers, that they may experience the healing power of Christ: Philip Talley Edward Dobrowits Bill Moss Antonio Espina Sandy Skurnicki Therese Manka Doug Mathieu Jenny Kim McKernan And for our deceased: Evonne Baldacci (sister to Denise [Paul] Buschman) Geraldine Schoppen Austin Lent Arthur Merino “Heavenly Father, accept the prayers which we offer for them.”

PLEASE PRAY FOR

WEDDINGS

Amanda Evenson and Shawn Walsh; 11-14-15

ANNIVERSARIES

Congratulations to Doug and Robin Mathieu who are celebrating their 35th Wedding Anniversary on Monday, Oct. 26, 2015.

WELCOME

Roman and Denise Farias (Children: Madison and Mackenzie)

October 25, 2015 THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

THIS WEEKEND! SWADDLE Diaper Drive

October 24/October 25 at all Weekend Masses

ALL SOULS DAY 9am Morning Mass

ALL SOULS DAY

Special Mass of Remembrance Monday, Nov. 2 at 7pm

SCRIP Christmas Sale Weekend

November 14/15

St. Procopius Turkey/Ham Drive Saturday, November 21

9am-Noon in the church parking lot

Ten Thousand Villages Fair Trade Craft Fair

November 21/November 22

Men’s Club All-Parish Chicago Bears Tailgate Party

Sunday, November 22 doors to Parish Life Center

open at 11:30am Food, Televised Game, Squares, Raffle

21-over event (watch bulletin for details)

Men’s Club Donuts with Santa Sunday, Dec. 6 after Masses

St. Elizabeth Seton Christmas Concert

Sunday, Dec. 6 at 3pm Annual Christmas Gala Fundraiser

to follow in the Parish Life Center

Living Nativity and Toy Drive Sunday, Dec. 13 in the Church Hall

SAVE THE DATE SAVE THE DATE SAVE THE DATE for these UPCOMING EVENTSUPCOMING EVENTSUPCOMING EVENTS

at St. Elizabeth Seton!

BAPTISMS

Congratulations to the following parents on the baptism of their child on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015: Cameron Joseph, child of Corey Nicholas and Jennifer Laga Nora Ann, child of Corey Nicholas and Jennifer Laga Gianna Grace, child of Alexander and Alison Schroeder Jude Alexander, child of Brendan and Jackie Durkin Callie Erieanna, child of Allen Lamphear and Erin Sykora Lucas Alexander, child of William and Amy Epley

THE DIAPER GAP

The need for diaper banks is huge. Few people are aware of the "Diaper Gap" that exists in the United States. Needy families cannot purchase disposable diapers with most government assistance like food stamps and WIC. Diapers are classified with cigarettes, alcohol and pet food as disallowed purchases. Cloth diapers are not allowed in day care centers and most families in need do not have their own laundry facilities and commercial

facilities do not allow cloth diapers to be washed in their machines.

The consequences of diaper need is astonishing. America’s babies are being shortchanged. With 5.9 million babies in the U.S. aged three or younger living in poor or low-income families and disposable diapers costing up to $150 per month per baby with no government assistance. The average infant uses up to a dozen diapers a day and a toddler uses around 8. If a family cannot afford diapers, the baby may stay in a soiled diaper all day or the parent might clean out a soiled diaper and reuse it. Babies born into poor or low-income families can spend a day or longer in one diaper, leading to potential health risks. Most childcare centers, even free & subsidized facilities, will turn away a child who arrives without a day’s supply of disposable diapers. Many parents can not go to work or school if they can’t leave their babies at childcare. Hence, babies live in home environments with more ten-sion, less nurturing and possible abuse. Their chance to develop cognitive abilities and language skills normally is in jeopardy, and frankly, the uncomfortable baby will cry — a lot. SWADDLE diaper bank fills the gap for partner agencies: Catholic Charities Southwest Cook, The COURAGE Program and Together We Cope.

Please help fill the depository. All sizes are needed. Please bring donation to the Narthex. Questions? Call Deacon George or Pat Brooks, 708-468-8093.

www.swaddlediapers.org

DIAPER DRIVE

Saturday, Oct.24 Sunday, Oct. 25

at all Weekend Masses

ALL SIZES NEEDED

S.W.A.D.D.L.E. Southwest Area Diaper Depository

for Little Ends

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ALL Saints DAY Saturday, October 31st 5:00 PM Mass

Sunday, November 1st 7:15 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM

ALL Souls DAY Monday, November 2nd 9:00 AM Mass

All souls day Special Mass

of Remembrance IN COMMEMORATION OF ALL

THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED FROM OUR PARISH THIS PAST YEAR

Monday, November 2nd 7:00 PM

Hospitality immediately following Mass.

All are welcome.

TWO UPCOMING FEAST DAY CELEBRATIONS ST. ELIZABETH SETON PARISH INFORMATION

Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered on Saturday, between 4:15-4:45pm. Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated twice monthly at 1pm. Reserve your time by calling the Pastoral Center early. We are limited to six children per Sunday. Baptismal Couples preparing for the birth of their child should contact the Pastoral Center to register for a one night seminar, focusing on a parent’s role in faith development. This session is mandatory prior to the Baptism. Anointing of the Sick is available in the Church every Monday after the 9am Mass. For those who are ill or facing hospitalization, it is appropriate to receive the sacrament once every six months. Call 708-403-0101 for information. Ministry of Care is available to give Communion to the housebound, to visit and pray for hospitalized and/or to arrange for the Anointing of the Sick. Please call the Pastoral Center for assistance. In the Hospital? Because of HIPAA Privacy regu-lations hospitals can no longer contact the parish re-garding your hospitalization. It is the responsibility of you or a family member to notify our parish. We desire to offer whatever spiritual support we can. Please call the Pastoral Center. Sacrament of Marriage Couples planning to marry are asked to make arrangements six months in advance. Wedding Workshops are offered throughout the year. They provide engaged couples with guidelines and suggestions for the celebration of the Sacrament of Marriage. The workshop covers topics ranging from readings and music to flowers and video taping. Adult Choir sings at all 10am Sunday Masses, as well as at a number of special liturgies. Moving? Please call the office at 708-403-0101.

9300 West 167th St., Orland Hills, IL 708-403-0101

www.steseton.com

Join us on Nov. 7 and 8 as we host the Parish Ministry Fair. Please take a few moments to see the various ministry opportunities here at St. Elizabeth Seton Church. Members of our ministry groups and clubs will have information tables in the Church Narthex. Whether you’re a new or long-time parishioner, all are welcome. Join us, as we embrace stewardship as a way of life in our parish. “For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” (Mt 6:21)

Prayer for Stewardship Lord God, You alone are the source of every good gift, of the vast array of our universe, and the mystery of each human life. We praise you and we thank you for your great power and your tender, faithful love. Everything we are and everything we have is your gift. In the name and spirit of Jesus, we commit ourselves to be good stewards of the gifts entrusted to us, to share our time, our talent and our material gifts as an outward sign of the treasure we hold in Jesus. Amen.

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Saturday, November 7/Sunday, November 8Saturday, November 7/Sunday, November 8Saturday, November 7/Sunday, November 8

Come Follow Me We are all blessed with gifts and talents.

Is God calling you to share your faith, time and talents with others?

Alcoholics Anonymous If you have a problem with alcohol and feel a sincere desire to stop drinking, you are welcome to attend a meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) in the downstairs St. Elizabeth Seton Church Hall on Thursdays from 7:30-8:45pm. Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover. The only requirement is a sincere desire to stop drinking.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter We are called to treat one another with the same love and compassion that Jesus gives to us. Let the Lord strengthen, renew, and rekindle your marriage sacrament by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on Dec. 11-13, Feb. 12-14 or Apr. 8-10 at Elk Grove Vil-lage. Call 630-577-0778 or http://wwme-chicagoland.org.

Are You Hurting From Abortion? You are not alone. Many women who have had an abortion feel the need for forgiveness and healing but don’t know where to look for how to start. Contact the Archdiocesan Program Project Rachel. Confidentiality is stressed. Referral Phone is: 888-456-HOPE; 312- 337-1962. Email: projectrachelchicago@gmail.com.

Having Difficulty in Our Stressful World? The Holbrook Counseling Center of Catholic Charities provides confidential counseling services in your area. Michele Nowak, LCPC has worked with individuals, couples and families for 10 years, provides therapy in Worth, Oak Lawn and Tinley Park. Whether you’re having problems with personal relationships, work situations or are just unhappy, “stuck” or unfulfilled, Catholic Charities is here for you. Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Network and subsidized fees. Call 312-655-7725.

For Widowed Men and Women Being widowed is a special loss, and this program is designed especially to help the widowed find hope and joy again. Attend an upcoming retreat/workshop on Nov. 14/15, or Jan. 16/17, at Our Lady of the Angels House of Prayer (Lemont). Includes overnight/meals. Contact joyfulagain7211@gmail.com708-354-7211.

Families Anonymous If your life has gone astray due to living with someone who has a substance abuse problem, consider attending Families Anonymous on Mondays from 7-8:30pm at Palos Hospital, 123rd and 80th Ave., Palos Heights (Ambulatory Care Center, Rm. 1). Please call Warren, 708-429-2507 or Therese at 708-269-9853.

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Hours through October 31: Monday-Saturday:

11am-7pm Sunday:

9:30am-6pm St. Stephen Church (west)

17500 84th Ave., Tinley Park Prices vary on size: $3 to $25

The Youth Ministry of St. Elizabeth Seton/St. Stephen are hosting a fundraiser by selling

pumpkins to raise money for their upcoming 2016 Mission Trip. St. Stephen Church is our host site. Pumpkins located in the west field of the church.

The CJB Family School Association (FSA) is pleased to announce our

FIFTH ANNUAL LADIES NIGHT OUT! FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 7:00PM-10:00PM Father Upton Hall, St. Francis of Assisi Church 15050 Wolf Road, Orland Park FREE ADMISSION

Visit vendors selling a wide variety of products: jewelry, handbags, candles, craft, Food products and more from local vendors. Raffles all night. Non-alcoholic drinks will be served. Bring your own alcoholic beverage, appetizers, or desserts to share. (All attending must be 21 and over.) Call your girlfriends, sisters, aunts, moms, and grandmas, and plan a night for yourselves! For questions, contact FSA chairpersons: Toni Cygan at 708-638-8664 or Jennifer Ferguson at 815-545-5989.

Zentangle Tuesday, Nov. 10 9:30am-12 NOON Fee: $30 Looking for a way to unwind from stress, focus your thoughts, enter a more contemplative space? Zentangle might be just what you are looking for! No art experience required. You just need to hold a pencil, trust the process, and let yourself be surprised at the beautiful images that can emerge. While the art of Zentangle nurtures and develops creativity, at the same time it has many therapeutic benefits. Supplies will be provided. Facilitator: Starla Snead.

"Haiku 101” or “You Too Can Haiku" Sunday, Nov. 22 9:30am-12 NOON Fee: $22 Haiku are short, unrhymed poems that capture a feeling or image. Distilling a moment into 17 syllables can be a very spiritual and meditative experience, especially during this time of Thanksgiving. Join us as we explore the ancient art of writing Haiku. Writers of all levels are welcome. Facilitator: Michelle Caputo.

FILM SERIES—Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet Tuesday, Nov. 24 6:30-9:00 pm Fee: $10 Many of us are totally unfamiliar with the life story of the man who founded the Islam Religion more than 1400 years ago. This film was three years in the making and travels to the places where much of Muhammad's story unfolded. Join us for this informative evening and opportunity to engage in conversations that expand our horizon. The fee includes beverage, popcorn, and the movie. Facilitators: Father Terry Johnson and Mary Ruth Broz, RSM.

PORTIUNCULA CENTER FPORTIUNCULA CENTER FPORTIUNCULA CENTER FOR PRAYEROR PRAYEROR PRAYER 9263 W. St. Francis Road, Frankfort

815-464-3880 or info@portforprayer.org

Altar Server

Appreciation Mass

BISHOP ANDREW WYPYCH INVITES ALTAR SERVERS OF THE PARISHES

IN VICARIATE V AND THEIR FAMILIES

TO JOIN HIM IN THIS CELEBRATION

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2015 10:00 AM

OUR LADY OF LORETTO PARISH

8925 S. KOSTNER HOMETOWN

Priests of Vicariate Parishes are invited to concelebrate.

Altar Servers will join in the opening procession. There will be an opportunity for photographs.

Light refreshments will be served.

Please contact the St. Elizabeth Seton Parish office at 708-403-0101 with the number of Altar Servers and family members attending.

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ST. RITA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Nov 1 from 12 Noon – 3pm. For information call St. Rita Admission Director Ed Leiser at 773-925-7482

ANNUAL NOT-SO-HAUNTED HOUSE Mother McAuley High School, 3737 W. 99th St., Chicago, will hold its Annual Not-So-Haunted House on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 4-6pm. Children from Pre K thru 3rd Grade will enjoy face-painting, games, activities, skits, candy, a princess photo booth and more! The event is open to the public. Admission is $2 per child; adults are free. Please enter through the Mother McAuley auditorium doors. Parking is available in the West Parking Lot.

ALDEN ANNUAL HALLOWEEN ADVENTURE On Friday, Oct. 30, Alden Estates of Orland Park, 16450 S. 97th Ave., is hosting their FREE Annual Halloween Adventure from 3-5pm. A safe, wonderful way to Trick-or-Treat, play some games, and bring joy to the residents and patients at Alden. For more information call 708-403-6500.

PROVIDENCE THEATRE—“LEAP OF FAITH” Providence Catholic High School Theatre Club will perform "Leap of Faith" on Thursday, Oct. 29 and Friday, Oct. 30 at 7pm, and on Saturday, Oct. 31 and Sunday, Nov. 1 at 3pm in the Billie Limacher Bicentennial Theatre in Joliet. The play is based upon the motion picture, a con artist, the "Reverend" Jonas Nightingale, travels with his ministry, but his bus breaks down in a small Kansas town. The some-time reverend invites the townspeople to a revival at Bicentennial Park Theatre. However, the sheriff, a woman named Marla McGowan, is determined to stop Jonas from taking the people's money. Jonas is challenged when he becomes romantically involved with the sheriff. Her love forces the cynical Reverend to come to terms with his life. Tickets for all performances are $8 for adults and $5 for students/senior citizens/children. For tickets please email theatre@providencecatholic.org or call 815-485-2136 , x 3323.

ST. RITA MOTHERS’ CLUB VENDOR FAIR The St. Rita of Cascia High School Mothers’ Club is hosting their Annual Vendor Fair on Thursday, Nov. 5, from 6:30-9:30pm in the St. Rita Dining Hall. All are welcome. Admission is $5 and includes one raffle ticket plus hor d’oeuvres, desserts, soda, water and coffee. Additional raffle tickets and a cash bar of beer and wine will be available. Vendors on hand with clothing, chocolates, art, jewelry, food, candles, and much more. For more information please call 773-925-6600, x 6516 or email mhopkins@stritahs.com.

BROTHER RICE OPEN HOUSES Open Houses for Brother Rice to be held on Nov. 1 and Nov. 22, from 11am-1pm. Parents/guardians and prospective students will receive an individualized tour of the school. Administration, teachers, coaches, and staff will be present to meet with families and answer any questions regarding Brother Rice and the admissions process. For more information email bfrasor@brice.org.

FOR ALL 8TH GRADE AND

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

NOV. 1 — BRANCHES NIGHT

@ Seton Cornerstone

7:00pm-9:00pm

There will be food, games,

new friends, and our Youth/

Young Adult Minister, Kyle, will

speak on living a Christian

Life in High School.

NOV. 8 — TGIF NIGHT @ ST. STEPHEN

7:00pm-9:00pm

We will start the night smashing pumpkins, then

continue our discussion of Christian Life in High

School.

NOV. 15 — SETON MASS @ 6:00pm &

Open Gym Night 7:00pm-9:00pm

Join us for a social night @ St. Elizabeth Seton.

NOVEMBER 19-21 NCYC

Spend 3 days in Indianapolis with thousands of

other high school teens united in Faith. To learn

more and sign-up, contact Kyle.

NOVEMBER 22 — OFF WEEK

NOVEMBER 29 TGIF NIGHT

@ St. Stephen 7:00pm-9:00pm

Ice cream, fun, and we will finish our discussion

on the Christian Life in High School.

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Kyle Groves Parish Youth/ Young Adult

Minister

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VOCATIONS Exploring Priesthood Weekend is a retreat designed to help men discern God's call to the diocesan priesthood. To be called by God to serve him as a priest means to have one's soul stirred deep within. Throughout a weekend of prayer, discussion, pres-entations of diocesan priesthood and group interac-tion, men begin to better understand God's move-ment in their life. Held from October 30-November 1, 2015, at Mundelein Seminary, 1000 East Maple Ave., Mundelein. For information call Fr. Francis Bitterman at 312-534-8298.

PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS GRACIOUS AND LOVING GOD, help the men and women of our parishes to hear the call to serve. Our needs are great and our people thirst for Your Presence. OPEN THE HEARTS OF MANY. Raise up faithful servants of the Gospel—dedicated, holy priests, sisters, brothers and deacons, who will spend themselves for Your people and their needs.

BLESS ALL OF OUR MARRIED COUPLES with a rich faith and children that desire to serve You.

BLESS THOSE WHO ARE SERVING NOW with courage and perseverance.

GRANT THAT MANY WILL BE INSPIRED by their exam-ple and faith. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Sacred Space—The Prayer Book 2016 In just a few short weeks our parish will host the Fall Parish Ministry Fair (Nov. 7/8). For many years the parish has honored several prayer ministries which support the rich spiritual life of our parishioners. One of these is the Sacred Space prayer ministry. Members of the Sacred Space community spend quality time reflecting on daily scripture readings as presented in a book titled, Sacred Space The Prayer Book. This particular book has been a part of the prayer life of the Catholic Community of St. Elizabeth Seton for several years now. Sacred Space: The Prayer Book 2016 offers short, in-depth meditations on the scripture of each day throughout the church year. It is a value for anyone who wants to grow in prayer and be more connected to God, but may feel too busy to do so. Two groups of parishioners (and a few members of other parishes) meet once a month to share their reflections on the daily scripture readings. The first group meets in the Cornerstone on the first Monday of each month after the 9 AM Mass. The second meets in the parish conference room on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. Notices of the gatherings are announced in the bulletin. If you would like to purchase a copy of Sacred Space The Prayer Book 2016 please stop in, or call, the parish office and leave your name, phone number and the num-ber of books you wish to purchase by November 8. The cost of the book is just under $15. We hope to have your copy to you by the first Sunday of Advent.

Sacred Space Prayer Gracious God, the music of our lives is meant to be a symphony of love. Endlessly and lovingly you sustain us, and we learn to respond as best we can. You speak your life-giving Word in our hearts and refresh us constantly through our daily prayer. Grant that we, the Sacred Space community, may become the “Good News in the present tense” to a needy world. Amen.

SWIFT ANNUAL INTERFAITH DINNER Tickets must be purchased by MONDAY, NOV. 2

The St. Elizabeth Seton Social Action Ministry and SWIFT invite you to join us at our Annual Interfaith Din-ner. We hope that you, as a member of one of SWIFT’s participating congregations, will come and share in an interesting discussion on the topic of Feasting and Fast-ing, the Role of food in our Faiths. Please contact Carol Davis at 708-403-9447 for tickets or for more information. Tickets are also available in the parish office. When: Sunday, November 15th Where: The Prayer Center of Orland Park Quran Academy Building 16530-104th Ave., Orland Park Time: 6:00 pm – Registration 6:30-8:30 pm — Dinner and Discussion: Cost: $20 (non-refundable) Pre-registration and tickets required. Tickets will not be available at the door. To help those in need in our area, non-perishable food items may be donated at the event for the Respond Now Food Pantry.

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Much modern conversation about heaven tends to focus on the gratification of personal tastes; but heaven is a celebration shared by a whole community, not merely by individuals.

NEXT WEEK:THE JOY OF THE SAINTS

In the Catholic tradition heaven is envisioned as an eminently social place. It is not a matter of the isolated soul alone with God for eternity; rather, part of the joy of the saints in God’s king-dom is the joy that they feel in being with each other. St. Catherine of Siena, the 14th Century Italian mystic, wrote that the saints “rejoice and exult, sharing each other’s goodness with loving affection.” She states that when a soul reached eternal life, all souls shared in that soul’s good-ness, and likewise shared theirs, experiencing new freshness in their exultation that she de-scribed as mirthfulness, jubilation, and gladness. (See The Dialogue, ch. 41). So the great mul-titude of which the book of Revelation speaks rejoices not simply in knowing God, but in know-ing the incredible varieties of goodness that God’s grace has made possible in human beings. Most people know that Halloween originated as the eve of All Saints Day — All Hallows Eve. And a perspective from a parent’s point of view of Halloween would be to witness, after the treats have been collected that children gather in a friend’s home or gather with their siblings, dump out their candy booty on the floor, and begin trading: the exchange is characterized by great excitement and happiness — not just because they are trading up for favorite candies, but the sheer happiness of being together with friends and of both giving and receiving. To borrow from Catherine of Siena, it was an occasion of mirthfulness, jubilation and gladness. What more appropriate way to celebrate the saints than to joyfully share our gifts with one another? This is what saints do in eternity.

John’s vision of a vast throng from every nation and people (Revelation 7:2-4, 9-14). We hear how the 144,00 chosen ones were to be marked with the seal of the living God upon their foreheads. All faithful Jews were to be observers of the law to the deepest part of their being. Some Christian sects argue that the 144,00 is the number of people going to

heaven. This is a misunderstanding of the symbolism of the Book of Revelation. John saw a crowd without number from every na-tion and race and people and tongue. These are the people who are going to heaven. They are numberless.

By God’s love, we may be called God’s children (1 John 3:1-3).

ALL SAINTS

DAY November 1,

2015

Lord God, You are source

of joy for the saints in glory.

Give us some share in their joy,

so that we might come to praise You

in eternity. Amen.

God has demonstrated how much He loves us by the fact that we are called children of God. God does not call us slaves; God calls us His friends and even His beloved children. This does not mean that everyone will love us. The world hated Jesus because it could not

embrace Jesus and His message. It wanted selfishness, and Jesus preached love and sacrifice. We are already God’s children. What we shall be in the future cannot even be imagined, for it will be a participation in the glory of God.

SECOND READING

FIRST READING

REFLECTION

GOSPEL The Beatitudes: your reward will be great in heaven (Matthew 5:1-12a). Jesus is the new Moses. He is the founder of the New Israel, the Church. Like Moses who climbed Mount Sinai to receive the law, Jesus climbed a mountain in order to give the new

law to the New Israel (the Sermon on the Mount). Unlike the 10 Commandments of the old law, the Beatitudes are not a series of do’s and don’ts. They are a call to generosity. One no longer asks how much one can do before it becomes a sin. One must ask what one can do to become a better Christian. The poor in spirit are those who are not proud. Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness are the Christians. They were unjustly thrown out of the synagogue for their profession of faith in Jesus. They are persecuted for the sake of the kingdom. Those who are clean of heart are those whose every thought is of God. If one’s every thought is of God, then one will see signs of God everywhere.

Readings for the Week October 26-October 31 Mon.: Rom 8:12-17; Lk 13:10-17 Tues.: Rom 8:18-25; Lk 13:18-21 Wed.: Eph 2:19-22; Lk 6:12-16 Thurs.: Rom 8:31b-39; Lk 13:31-35 Fri.: Rom 9:1-5; Lk 14:1-6 Sat: Rom 11:1-2a, 11-12, 25-29; Lk 14:1, 7-11

PART TIME SCHOOL CUSTODIAN Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School is looking for a Part Time custodian to work between 5-9pm or 6-10pm. 20 hours weekly-hours are flexible. The job includes general custodial work with experience in snow removal preferred. Please email Mr. Ray Yanowsky at: ryanowsky@steseton.com or call 708-403-0101, x 179.

Helpful Outreach for People seeking Employment (HOPE) Employment Ministry

The Helpful Outreach for People seeking Employment (HOPE) Employment Support Ministry will be meet-ing Tuesday, Nov. 3rd at 7:00pm in the Parish Hall of St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 167th and 94th Ave., in Orland Hills. It will be a general meeting to discuss areas of concern within your job search.

The HOPE Employment Support Ministry is open to everyone. All of our services, to both job seekers and employers, are free of charge. Our monthly meetings consist of networking, resume review, guest speakers and open forums. Need a resume tuned up? Send your resume to ajunkans@aol.com and then come to the next meeting to receive feedback and discuss suggestions.

Employers and HOPE Alumni: We ask that you please share job openings with us. Send your staffing needs to tom.mcmahon@mcmahonjobs.com, and they will be distributed to those who attend our monthly meetings.

The HOPE Employment Support Ministry has expanded. The HOPE Employment Ministry also meets on the third Thursday of each month at Our Lady Of The Woods Catholic Church, 10731 W. 131st, in Orland Park.

Need additional information? Please contactl Bob Cornejo at (708) 642-2314, Mary Lou Sipple at (708) 738-5905 or Ken Krausz at (708) 214-9741. Follow us www.linkedin.com in the group H.O.P.E. Employment Ministry.

B E C A U S E E V E R Y O N E C A N U S E A L I T T L E H O P E !B E C A U S E E V E R Y O N E C A N U S E A L I T T L E H O P E !B E C A U S E E V E R Y O N E C A N U S E A L I T T L E H O P E !

The HOPE Employment Support Ministry will meet on Tuesday, November 3rd at 7pm

in the downstairs St. Elizabeth Seton Church Hall.

HELP WANTED PART TIME REGISTERED NURSE NEEDED Alvernia Manor Senior Living, Lemont, IL. Shifts from 6:45am- 5:30pm and from 12:30pm - 5:30pm available for senior residents care. Primary role is to pass medications, provide uncomplicated treatments, and coordinate care with physicians, families, and Alvernia Manor staff. Contact Merrit Ackland, RN or Terri Blume, RN at 630-257-7721. TEMPORARY COOK MANAGER POSITION AVAILABLE The School Sisters of St. Francis of Christ the King are looking for a Cook Manager from Monday-Friday, 10:30am-6:30pm. Position available in December/, January/February. For more information, please contact 630-257-7495. Mount Assisi Convent- Lemont

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They Have Arrived!

Golden Opportunities Coupon books offer local restaurants offering discounts of 50% off or 2-for-1. In addition, great savings at movies, grocery stores, sporting events, and more! Many coupons valid once a month. And… it makes a great gift!

2016 Golden Opportunities

Books! Still Only $20! Available in the parish office!

Domestic Violence Awareness Month One in four women are victims of violence every day. At the not-for-profit Neat Repeats Resale, our volunteers work tirelessly to financially support the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. We are accepting men’s’, women’s and children’s fall and winter clothing and seasonal items. Call our store, 9028 W 159th St., at 708-364-7605.

Dear Parish Family, St. Elizabeth Seton’s Music Department is pleased to announce our 2015-2016 Concert Series. We are excited to be able to present our parish and the Southwest Suburbs beautiful, spiritual and uplifting music provided by our volunteer cantors, choirs, and liturgical dancers. We are also enhanced by the addition of wonderful instrumentalists, some of our very own parishioners, and others who travel to our parish from near and far to be part of our concerts and celebrations. Seton’s music is an inspiring mixture of classic, contemporary and traditional music. In order to continue our tradition of enhancing our music with instrumentalists at our concerts and liturgies we rely on your generous donations. A Seton Music Program Sponsorship is a great way for your company or family to show your support for the continuation of presenting quality music to our communities. An ad book with your ad will be included in the program of each of our concerts this year. At each concert, we have an expected attendance of over 600 people. The following form details available ad size and cost. Most importantly, your gift will enable the St. Elizabeth Seton Music Department to continue their gift of music to the parish and community. God bless you and thank you for considering becoming a Seton Music Sponsor. Linda McKeague Director of Music St. Elizabeth Seton Parish 9300 West 167th Street Orland Hills, IL 708-403-0101, ext. 112

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The Joy of Christmas Annual Concert and Dessert Gala Fundraiser

December 6, 2015 at 3pm

Once Upon A Tree Palm Sunday Cantata

March 20, 2015 at 3pm

Seton Music Program Sponsorship Yes, I would like to support the 2015-2016 Seton Music Program by becoming a Seton Music Sponsor.

You are hereby authorized to publish an ad spot for the Concert Series ad book. Name_____________________________________________________ Phone_____________________ Address______________________________________________________________________________ Email _______________________________________________________________________________ Authorized by/Contact_____________________________________________________ _____ I am enclosing camera-ready artwork for an ad spot. _____ Please use my business card as ad copy. _____ Please use exact wording below for my ad: _____ I will not be placing an ad at this time, however I would like to make a donation to support the Music Program Concert Series. Please accept my donation of $___________. Your ad placement will be featured in an ad book for the following music concert performances: Music Sponsor Opportunities:

Whole Note Sponsor (full page [7.5” x 4.5”]): $300 Half Note Sponsor (half page [3.75” x 4.5”]): $200 Quarter Note Sponsor (quarter page [1.875” x 4.5”]): $100 Memoriam Page $20 Your loved one will be remembered on a special memoriam page in our programs at each concert. Name of Loved One_______________________________________________

Please make checks payable: St. Elizabeth Seton Music

DEADLINE DATE: November 15, 2015 PLEASE CONTACT: Linda McKeague, St. Elizabeth Seton Director of Music

Phone: 708-403-0101, ext. 112 Email: lm@steseton.com

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Dear Parish Family of St. Elizabeth Seton,

St. Coletta’s is a social service agency providing residential, educational and vocational services to children and adults with developmental disabilities without regard to race, religion or economic background. Currently St. Coletta’s has 27 group homes in 15 southwestern suburban communities in the Chicago area. Two of these group homes and one apartment are situated within the St. Elizabeth Seton Parish boundaries. Many of these developmentally disabled individuals at St. Coletta’s are wards of the State and consider us their family. With all of the cutbacks in funding within the State of Illinois, it is impossible to provide Christmas gifts for all of the special needs people entrusted to their care. That is why they are hoping you will help God’s most vulnerable people. Sincerely,

Brittany Bennett

Director of Development

We received an appeal from St. Coletta’s Foundation which we want to share with you...

Would you be willing to help?

In the St. Coletta’s residential homes located in our parish boundaries, there are a total of 17 men living at these three sites, all of whom are non-verbal and/or autistic with various mental capacities.

If you are able to provide an “age-appropriate” Christmas gift for one of these men, their names (with specific gift Suggestions) and gift tags will be available the weekend of Oct. 31st-Nov. 1st.

The gifts need to be returned by Wednesday, Nov. 18th so as not to conflict with the St. Procopius Christmas Drive. God bless you for your care and generosity, Margie Guadagno, Pastoral Associate

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ST. ANTONIO DE SANT’ANNA GALVÃO

(1739-1822)

GOD’S PLAN IN A PERSON’S LIFE OFTEN TAKES UNEXPECTED TURNS WHICH BECOME LIFE-GIVING

THROUGH COOPERATION WITH GOD’S GRACE.

Born in Guarantingueta near São Paulo (Brazil), Antônio attended the Jesuit seminary in Belem but later decided to become a Franciscan friar. Invested in 1760, he made final his profession the following year and was ordained in 1762. In São Paulo, he served as preacher, confessor and porter. Within a few years he was appointed confessor to the Recollects of St. Teresa, a group of nuns in that city. He and Sister Helena Maria of the Holy Spirit founded a new community of sisters under the patronage of Our Lady of the Conception of Divine Providence. Sister Helena Maria’s premature death the next year left Father Antônio responsible for the new congregation, especially for building a convent and church adequate for their growing numbers. He served as novice master for the friars in Macacu and as guardian of St. Francis Friary in São Paulo. He founded St. Clare Friary in Sorocaba. With the permission of his provincial and the bishop, he spent his last days at the Recolhimento de Nossa Senhora da Luz, the convent of the sisters’ congregation he had helped establish. He was beatified in Rome on October 25, 1998, and canonized in 2007. COMMENT Holy women and men cannot help calling our attention to God, to God’s Creation and to all the people whom God loves. The lives of holy people are so oriented toward God that this has become their definition of "normal." Do people see my life or yours as a living sign of God’s steadfast love? What might have to change for that to happen? QUOTE During the beatification homily, Pope John Paul II quoted from the Second Letter to Timothy (4:17), "The Lord stood by me and gave me strength to proclaim the word fully," and then said that Antônio "fulfilled his religious consecration by dedicating himself with love and devotion to the afflicted, the suffering and the slaves of his era in Brazil." The pope continued, "His authentically Franciscan faith, evangelically lived and apostolically spent in serving his neighbor, will be an encouragement to imitate this ‘man of peace and charity.’"

UPCOMING EVENTS

Seniors of Seton

S.O.S. MEETING TUESDAY, NOV. 3

VETERAN’S DAY TRIBUTE SALUTE OUR FLAG

Luncheon catered by Aurelio’s: $8 pp. Tickets can be purchased in the parish office or call Sharon at 708-614-9092.

ALSO… PLEASE BRING YOUR ITEMS

FOR THE ILLINOIS VETERAN’S HOME TO THE NOV. MEETING

We are collecting items at the Tuesday, Nov. 3 meeting for the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Manteno, IL. These items will be taken to the home in November. Items we need are body spray, cologne, hard peppermint candy, Lifesavers, puzzles, Sudoku, socks (men’s and women’s), birthday cards, games, books, large candy bars, decks of cards. Women’s items are Christmas jewelry like pens, broaches, necklaces. No earrings please.

WE WILL ALSO HAVE… A FREE WILL OFFERING FOR THE

CHILDREN OF NUESTROS PEQUEÑOS HERMANOS ORPHAN HOMES IN EL SALVADOR.

UPCOMING TRIPS

TRIUMPH OF LOVE SUNDAY, NOV. 22

THIS TRIP IS SOLD OUT! a

CHRISTMAS AT THE MANSION

THURSDAY, DEC. 8 THIS TRIP IS SOLD OUT!

UNLEASH YOUR PICASSO

W/LUNCH AT BUCCA DE PEPPO JANUARY 21, 2016

— $42 PP Reservations and payment are due starting at the Nov. meeting. More info to follow. Please bring your check book and date book

SAINT OF THE WEEK

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COSMIC BOWLING BENEFIT FOR JENNY MCKERNAN

Jenny is the 11-yr. old granddaughter of long time parishioners Mary and Pat McKernan (who are also choir members). Family and friends of Jenny’s Journey will be hosting this first annual fundraising

event on Saturday Nov. 7 from 11:30am-3pm at Orland Park Bowl , 8601 W 159th St., Orland Park, to help defray medical costs and support the quality of life for Jenny, who has been diagnosed with GM1 Type 2 Gangliosidosis in September 2014. Cost of the event is $30 for adults for bowling, shoe rental and lunch; $25 for children 12-under; $25 for dinner only. GM1 is progressive. The disease, which if left untreated, worsens with time leading to eventual death. The family is in a race against time. This disease is not specific to any race, ethnicity or individual group. While uncertain what the future holds, the family is hopeful that Jenny will live many more years, perhaps even into her 20s. Each day is a new beginning. We are hopeful to somehow contribute and find a cure. Each year, the Trustee will donate a portion from the Supplemental Needs Trust to support scientific and medical research to find a cure for GM1 Gangliosidosis. It is estimated 1 in every 200,000 children may be afflicted and we want to help all those who suffer from this disease. Auburn University and University of Massachusetts believe a cure is within reach given adequate resources to bring to human clinical trials. Raffle and Door prize funds raised will go to benefit the Jenny Kim McKernan Supplemental Needs Trust. Please consider joining us for this event. We greatly thank you for supporting Jenny’s journey and her family in this time of need, and hope that you will be able to help us make this a successful fundraising event. If you’re unable to attend and would like to make a contribution please make checks payable to: The Jenny Kim McKernan Supplemental Needs Trust. If you would like tickets, please contact Mary at 708-764-4956 or Patrick at 708-494-0817.

.HOLY HOUR Our Mother of Good Counsel Church, 10643 S. Bell Rd., Homer Glen, offers Holy Hour every First Friday of the month at 7pm. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; Recitation of Vespers; Meditation/personal prayer; Recitation of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy; Benediction.

ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA 14TH ANNUAL PASTA DINNER

Order Sons of Italy in America Leone D’Oro Lodge #2700 will sponsor its 14th Annual Pasta Dinner this Sunday, Oct. 25 starting 1-5pm at Tinley Park High School, 6111 W. 175th St., Tinley Park. Proceeds go towards the Joseph Caldarone College Scholarship Fund, charity and general lodge activities. The delicious pasta and meatballs are prepared by Palermo’s Restau-rant of Tinley Park. Tickets are $10 in advance and $11 at the door which includes pasta and meatballs, salad, bread, desserts and beverages. There will be live enter-tainment, raffles and door prizes. For more information call 708-560-0632.

VISITATION GRAMMAR SCHOOL 1965 REUNION

Visitation Grammar School (Chicago) Reunion on Satur-day, Nov. 14 from 6-11:30pm. For more information please contact John Arvetis at 773-581-7800 or email chisox624@sbcglobal.net.

Pastoral Staff Rev. William T. Corcoran, Ph.D, Pastor Rev. John Zurek, Associate Pastor Rev. William Gubbins, Resident Priest Rev. William T. O’Mara, Pastor Emeritus Margie Guadagno, Pastoral Associate Deacon: Frank (Betty) Gildea Deacon: Dennis (Barb) Cristofaro

Liturgy Staff Claudia Nolan, Director of Liturgy

Music Staff Linda McKeague, Director of Music

Parish Office Staff Donna Stolinski, Business Manager Darlene Raila, Parish Publications Joan Nemec, Morning Receptionist Karen Mirecki, Afternoon Receptionist

Youth/Young Adult Ministry Kyle Groves, Director Bruce Hall, Coordinator

Religious Education Staff Susan Matthews, Director of Religious Education Diana Barracca, Administration Assistant Mary Vlaming, Secretary

Athletics Bob Myjak, Director

Maintenance Staff Raymond Yanowsky, Director of Maintenance Laurie De Mik-Renn, Staff Marie Makuch, Staff Joseph Shake, CJB Day Maintenance Supervisor

REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE Monday-Friday

9:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday:

7:15, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30am

St. Elizabeth Seton Church 9300 W. 167th Street Orland Hills, IL 60487

Parish Office: 708-403-0101 WEBSITE: WWW.STESETON.COM Religious Education: 708-403-0137

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY: 8:30AM-4:30PM SATURDAY: 1PM-6PM SUNDAY: 8:30AM-1PM

Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School WEBSITE: WWW.CJBSCHOOL.ORG 708-403-6525 Principal, Mary Iannucilli Administrative Assistant, Cindy Labriola Devlin

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10/31 & 11/1 5:00PM 7:15AM 8:30AM 10:00AM 11:30AM

GREETERS R. Coe S. Hermann E. Hermann S. Klean W. Krol J. Schuman R. Sharp L. Stolinski

C. Chor L. McGhee S. McGhee D. Skrzypiec B. Tenuta A. Shemanske B. Shemanske

K. Fox/ M. Fox D. Gurka/M. Gurka P. Gurka/M. Gurka J. Klomes J. Klomes L. Klomes M. Klomes A. McCoy D. Minnick G. Staszewski P. Staszewski

R. Chehy P. Havlin B. Krueger S. Lorenz N. Lorenz J. Moran D. Weber

R. Andrews I. Cox K. Cox B. Findura M. Gniady K. Ivancich B. Ivancich S. Klean M. McMahon

LECTORS J. Bessette T. Wojcik

P. Rodgers

D. Roti T. O’Connell

M. Quinn D. O’Connor

G. Rekar M. O’Sullivan

ALTAR SERVERS

A. Stromidlo O. Durkin A. Dennis

L. Fitzgerald J. Pala C. Grebenor

G. Misiunas C. Bueche S. Cuba

D. Lingan M. Scott A. Rihani

K. Zufan A. D’Andrea A. D’Andrea

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

M. Garcia M. Ihnat P. Ihnat C. Innis AJ Kunde D. Pott M. Abbatemarco S. Abbatemarco D. Cristofaro B. Cristofaro B. DeJonge L. Jeffrey

M. Fundator C. Nolan K. Nanfeldt M. O’Connor K. McSwain A. Weishaar N. Sasso P. Rodgers

B. Hall D. Palagi T. Krull T. Leeson A. Roti J. Juds C. Kirk S. Weishaar E. Pawlak J. Austin L. Austin P. Skowronek

K. Frese J. Frese F. Velcich M. Fehrenbacher M. Gabrione R. Grill K. Engraffia J. Nemec J. Mysker G. Chehy R. Laud J. Eisenberg J. Weger

R. Dollah T. Welser D. Sigourney A. Talley G. Talley J. Kelly K. Kelly T. Scorzo M. O’Connor K. James

Attention All Ministers!

Ministers schedules available at: www.steseton.com Then visit: Music and Liturgy