5005 SOUTH WOLF ROAD WESTERN SPRINGS, ILLINOIS 60558

PARISH CENTER: 708-246-4404 SCHOOL: 708-246-4454 YOUTH CATECHESIS: 708-246-6760

WWW.STJOHNOFTHECROSS.ORG

ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH JUNE 5, 2011

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

From the Desk of the PastorDear Parishioners,

The time has come to say ‘thank you’ and ‘good-bye’ to Fr. Ken as he completes seven years of ministry here as the associate pastor. The school children had a wonderful send off for him as they sang some of the great songs from the shows that he directed for them. He has an uncanny ability to see potential in children and draw out of them a talent that not even the children themselves knew they had. Interspersed with the music were quotations from 14 year old Mattie Stepanek’s writings, quotations Fr. Ken frequently interspersed in his homilies following Mattie’s death in 2004, the year Fr. Ken came to the parish. (One of Mattie’s quotes is: Remember to play after every storm.) Several high school alumni arranged their schedules to come back and join the students in their tribute to Fr. Ken.

Another of Fr. Ken’s contributions to the fabric of life at SJC was his being one of the group that went to Holy Cross parish in Jinja, Uganda, Africa in 2006. (What a grace that Fr. Filbert will be able to go to Uganda while he is home in Tanzania this month. He will introduce himself to Fr. Serapio, Holy Cross’ pastor and to the community to help maintain that relationship during his years at SJC.) For the past three years Fr. Ken has also been responsible for leading the RCIA team that has welcomed and catechized adults wishing to become Catholic.

Fr. Ken also made very significant contributions by working with parishioners who took responsibility for the Art and Environment of the worship space. (Just look around you in church and you can see Fr. Ken’s influence.) He took great pride in making sure that all three of the Christmas Eve spaces were as prayerful as possible because of his sensitivity that the Mass in the gym or multi-purpose room would be the only Christmas Mass for the people who prayed there.

When a priest leaves a parish most of his ministry can’t be captured in the kind of stage review that the school did primarily because much of priestly ministry is often personal, even private. How could you summarize the confessions Fr. Ken heard, the anointings given in the Sacrament of the Sick (especially at RML Hospital every month), the baptisms performed, the countless hours he spent with families and couples planning a wedding or a funeral? Some of his greatest gifts have been his funeral homilies that he spent a lot of time preparing in order to help loved ones pray, quite often in tragic circumstances.

The school will also provide the Parish an opportunity to say ‘thank you’ and ‘good-bye’ to Mrs. Karen Rice as she retires. Mrs. Rice has taught at SJC for 39 years. A reception for her will be held this Tuesday evening, June 7th, in the Parish Center from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please be sure to pass this information on to your adult children if they are alums of our school but don’t live in the area any more. She has truly touched and influenced many of her students’ lives over the years. Please take a moment to join us in thanking her for her many contributions.

To all the graduates from every level of education this year, our sincere congratulations and heartfelt wishes for leading fulfilled lives with the knowledge you have gained. May your faith be the greatest gift you share with others.

Peace, Fr. David

Monday, June 6 2:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration 2:30 p.m. Spiritual Journaling Tuesday, June 7

6:30 p.m. Karen Rice Retirement Reception Wednesday, June 8 9:30 a.m. Bible Study—Revelations 1:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry 2:00 p.m. Christian Meditation 7:30 p.m. Christian Meditation Thursday, June 9 9:30 a.m. Fr Kieran Sunday Scripture Study 7:30 p.m. Fr Kieran Sunday Scripture Study Friday, June 10 Saturday, June 11 7:00 a.m. Christian Meditation

This Week @ SJCJoin us as we say

Thank you & Farewell to Mrs. Karen Rice

Ice Cream Social Tuesday, June 7th

6:30-7:30pm Parish Center

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CrossroadsKa e Hayes, Directorkhayes@stjohno hecross.org

What’s Happening! June 7 Local Work Tour Planning Meeting 7 p.m. LL PC June 9 Work Tour Formation Meeting 7 p.m. June 12-17 Local Work Tour to Mary Queen of Heaven; Please keep the group in your prayers!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Our youth ministry home groups provide a safe place for teens to

connect to their church & faith through the mentorship of adult couples.

These couples share their faith & create a small Christian community where

teens can discuss, pray, learn and grow together.

Training is provided. Materials are provided. We simply ask that you give

care, support & encouragement! Contact Katie Hayes to hear more

708-246-4404 ext 140 khayes@stjohnofthecross.org

Do you have a son or daughter heading off to college in the fall? Crossroads has a list of campus ministry programs & their contact information where many of our

graduates have gone over the past few years. We can send the details to your college student if you email us at crossroads@stjohnofthecross.org with the name of the school, your child’s name & email address. We want to support their connection to their faith through church & ministry pro-

Summer plans are underway…if you are an adult who is willing to support one of these activities as an adult leader chaperone please contact Katie Hayes at 246-4404 khayes@stjohnofthecross.org

Work Tour teens will be selling SJC Water Bottles

during the next few weeks— if you’re interested in purchasing one, contact Anela Kosic, Sales Coordinator,

at akkosic@sbcglobal.net

ARE YOU A TEEN WHO PLAYS IN A BAND?

Want to be a part of the Summer Fest BATTLE OF THE BANDS? Contact: Anselmo,

anselmomarquez@comcast.net, 708-203-3320

Or search St. John of the Cross Jam Session on Facebook for details

“Dear young people, let me now ask you a question. What will you leave to the next generation? Are you building your lives on firm foundations, building something that will endure? Are you living your lives in a way that opens up space for the Spirit in the midst of a world that wants to forget God, or even rejects him in the name of a falsely-conceived freedom? How are you using the gifts you have been given, the “power” which the Holy Spirit is even now prepared to release within you? What legacy will you leave to young people yet to come? What difference will you make?” -Pope Benedict XVI World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney

STAY TUNED FOR MORE QUOTES & ATTENTION TO OUR YOUTH during the Archdiocesan Strategic Plan Launch Year of the Teen & Young Adult July 2011-June 2012

Day trip to Great America Video Discussion Group starting in July World Youth Day 8/20 local pilgrimage &

overnight Aug. 20-21

O Lord, open my li s, a d my outh w c a o ra . P l 51:15

May t Lord k e o a d k o gro in s ov , t o ay liv

y t li s given o , o a d fo eve ! A en.

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Youth CatechesisJanet Casche a, Director

jcasche a@stjohno hecross.org

Registrationfor

2011-12 Religious Education forgrades Preschool through 8th grade is

NOW OPEN! Stop at the YC Office

Monday ~ Friday 8:30 am-4:00 pm

The YC Office hopes you are enjoying the warm weather...but we are planning for the fall and

winter already. WE NEED YOU! Each of you have gifts and talents, won’t you please consider sharing them with our children? To be a Catechist or Aide you are asked to LOVE JESUS! We provide lesson plans, resources and tons of support! Please pray

about helping in the YC classes this fall!! Call today for more information at 708-246-6760.

2011 Summer Running Camp (For boys & girls entering Gr. 3 – 8)

The Running Camp will emphasize speed, endurance, agility and conditioning.

Michelle Fink, Cross Country Coordinator, and Margaret Connelly, Ivy League runner at Brown University, will coach the Camp.

Every Wednesday, June 15th – August 17th from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m

Fee: $50 Includes a T-shirt Meet each Wednesday morning in the SJC parking lot near the flagpole.

To Register: Go To: www.sjcpsinfo.orgScroll To: SJC Flyers

Print the registration form and return it with the fee (payable to St. John of the Cross) to:

SJC Parish School, Attn: Donna Webster, 708 51st Street, Western Springs, IL 60558

For questions contact Michelle Fink at: (708-784-1599) OR am_fink@sbcglobal.net

2011 Summer Basketball Camps ( For boys & girls entering Gr. 3 – 8)

The Basketball Camps will emphasize instruction on proper basketball techniques.

Fundamentals, advanced skills, competitions and con-tests will be included. Coaches from Fenwick High School will instruct the camps.

Session Dates July 25 - 29 August 1 - 5

Grades 3-5th: 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Grades 6-8th: 10:00 a.m. - noon

Fee: $80 per session Includes a T-shirt and basketball

Camps will be held at SJC

To Register:

Go To: www.sjcpsinfo.orgScroll To SJC Flyers

Print the registration form and return it with the fee (payable to St. John of the Cross) to: SJC Parish School, Attn: Donna Webster, 708 51st Street, Western Springs, IL 60558. For questions contact Brian Shannon: (708) 494-3333

SJC Summer Sports Camps for Kids

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Marianne Firlit, Director mgfirlit@stjohnofthecross.orgSpirituality and Care

“Who Do You Say That I Am?"Christ in the Universe Story

June 17 - 18, 2011 Friday 7- 9 PM & Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM

Gail Worcelo, sgm "The Third Jesus,the One We Cannot Ignore."

Ilia Delio, OSF "Christ in Evolution:The Way for New Life"

Barbara Marx Hubbard "Embodying the Sacred Path of Conscious

Evolution:A Path for the Co-Creator"

Cost: $125

The Well1515 W. Ogden Ave.

LaGrange Park, IL 60526www.csjthewell.org

708-4825088

CatholicismWe are planning to present Fr. Barron’s Film Series this fall.

For more information check the web-site http://www.wordonfire.org/The-Catholicism-Project/Overview-New.aspx

If you are interested in helping with the program contactMarianne Firlit mgfirlit@stjohnofthecross.org

Tommy’s Kids Summer Camp A Children’s Bereavement Camp

For Children who have experienced a significant loss due to death.

Tommy’s Kids Camp, an extension of Tommy’s Kids Support Group, help children cope with the experience of loss in healthy ways. Tommy’s Kids Camp is a five day summer day camp where children can come together to talk about their losses, to remember special times, to meet new friends and to have fun. Children write stories about their loved ones, draw pictures, participate in arts and crafts, go on nature hikes and play games.

Tommy’s Kids Summer Camp will be facilitated by St. Thomas Hospice staff and volunteers who have had special training in childhood development and grief. Participation is limited to 30 children. There are still openings. Please call to register. Who: Children ages 5-12 When: July 11 - July 15 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Where: Arabian Knights Farms Willowbrook, Illinois

For more information and registration: Heather Kochen 630-856-6985

Outreach Opportuni es

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Bill Bright, Directorbbright@stjohno hecross.org

NEGOTIATING FOR THE SALARY YOU DESERVE

Interfaith Career Network invites you to join us on Thursday, June 16 at 7:00 p.m. for a wealth of information to help you negotiate the salary you deserve. Our speaker, Kevin Crews, will discuss the reasons why job seekers are reluctant to negotiate, especially in today’s economy. An innovative recruiter and highly successful career consultant, Kevin will offer advice on how to correctly ask for a fair total compensation package and talk about statements you can use to delay the conversation when asked about your salary requirements. Also, how to determine what you are actually worth in this market and what goes on behind the scenes with a recruiter, hiring manager and company. Plus, other things to negotiate for besides your base salary amount. This is a program you can’t afford to miss. We hope to see you at St. John of the Cross Parish Center, 5005 South Wolf Road in Western Springs. Bring a friend! This program is open to all and there is no charge to attend.

Interfaith Career Network (ICN) offers job support through various programs throughout the month. For further information, please visit our website at www.interfaithcareernetwork.org.

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ay o o k t o d I liv in l b e , a d k l w th s r e s e f . Gra fa th a d o r a d u in my a s,

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o s ro o . (S . P e , P i t A t s C t l C rch)

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Raffle Prizes Needed Please consider making a raffle

prize donation.Small electronics

(iPods, DVDs, video games) Large electronics (TVs, laptops)

Gift cards to restaurants, spas or local shops

Please call Ellen Smith at (708) 784-0226 or

MaryTerese Smith at (708) 784-0451

to make a donation

Festival Dates & Hours: Thursday, July 21, 5-10, Friday, July 22, 5-11 Saturday, July 23, 1-11, Sunday, July 24, 12-7

Evening Music Thursday, July 21 - Battle of the Bands 5:00 p.m.

Friday, July 22 - Infinity 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23 - American English 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 24 - Chunky Monkey

CarnivalTickets will be available in advance.... 30 tickets for $30!

Rides by North American Midway Entertainment

Food, Glorious Food Uncle Bub’s BBQ Buona Beef and Hot Dogs Aurelio's Pizza

Mazzone’s Frozen Confections

The SJC Family Fest WANTS YOU! We hope every SJC parishioner will volunteer one 2-hour shift.

Contact Elizabeth Russell-Jones at: elizabeth@russell-jones.us or (708) 246-6282.

Ticket Booth Food Station Beer Tent Stage Area

SecuritySet Up-Take DownKids Games

Oasis Bake Sale Pull Tabs Fun Run

Sign up for:

Great service opportunities for 7th graders or for CRHP teams to reunite. Get a few friends or neighbors to work together. You will have a BLAST!

38TH ANNUAL SJC GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 18TH - 9am to 2 p.m.

HALF PRICE/BAG SALE, MONDAY, JUNE 20 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The SJC 38th Annual Garage Sale will soon be here. Our past successes have been be-cause of You! It is your generous donations of items, and your volunteer support with the sale, that keeps us going year after year. Check your closets, toy boxes, cup-boards, attic, basement and garage for items to donate. Please separate and label your bags i.e. adult clothing, boys’ clothes, houseware items, etc. Given the multitude of items received, this really saves us time! Give generously, give what you think others may want or need and please give items that are in usable condition. The “mission” of the Garage Sale means giving to those in need, it means respecting others less fortunate, it means bringing together volunteers in a “Christian” spirit, it means raising funds to support local charities within our community, it means supporting the parish as a whole, it means … making a difference in the lives of others!

Large Item Pick-ups will be made by “volunteer” crews. Volunteers/vehicles are needed. Call Connie Madden 708-246-4363 to offer your services. To schedule a pick-up Monday 6/13th – Wednesday 6/15th call Marian Orth 708-246-2160 or Connie Madden 708-246-4363. The last day to request pick up is Saturday,June 11th. Donation receipts available.

DONATION DROP OFF HOURS AT THE SCHOOL

DATES TIMES Saturday, June 11th 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday thru Wednesday, June 13th – 15th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 16th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ONLY Friday, June 17th NO DROP OFFS PLEASE!

ITEMS WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCEPT: -- Stained/torn/damaged items i.e. clothing/linens -- Torn/stained upholstered furniture or rugs -- Stained/torn/damaged undergarments and stuffed toys -- Non-motorized treadmills, exercise bikes -- Console stereos, console TVs, electric organs, typewriters -- Bikes not in working condition -- Humidifiers, shutters, mattresses -- Textbooks, magazines, encyclopedias -- Large appliances (stoves, microwave ovens, washers/dryers, etc.) -- Tires, fireplace equipment -- Artificial Christmas trees/stands, skis/ski boots, trophies -- Items with missing pieces/parts -- Computers (not more than 7 years old), CRT monitors -- Perishable/non-perishable food items -- Construction materials, metal shelving/cabinets/desks -- Traverse drapery rods, kitchen cupboards -- Large metal filing cabinets -- Food/perishables

Questions, please call Garage Sale Co-Chairs Mary Beth White, 708-246-6339, Gia Schurla, 708-351-1891 or Laurie Klafta, 708-784-0667. Thank you for your support — SJC Women’s Club!

Volunteers Needed for the 38th Annual SJC Garage Sale

We need your help! Believe it or not … it’s fun, it’s crazy, it’s truly an amazing event you won’t want to miss out on. You’ll meet and make new friends. But more importantly, you’ll help by giving back to the community and the Parish!

Here are the volunteer hours for the 38th Annual SJC Garage Sale. No need to sign up in advance. Come when you can. An hour … or two … or more – on any or all days. Any time you can give is greatly appreciated. Free babysitting available. Contact Rita Forster, 708-246-4519 if interested. Pre-Sale Shopping Night -- If you work six or more hours, you may purchase items before the main sale on Friday, June 17th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteer Meeting – May 17 at 6:45 p.m. for Room Chairs … 7:30 p.m. for General Volunteers in Parish Center. Please come if you can! Student Volunteers -- Call for Service hours. You will use a separate sign up sheet. 7th graders or older wanting to volunteer or to baby-sit, call Ms. Maureen Chopp (708) 246-7280. General Garage Sale/Volunteer Questions -- Please call Mary Beth White 708-246-6339, Gia Schurla 708-351-1891 or Laurie Klafta 708-784-0667.

Organization/Room Set-Up Days

Fri., June 10th 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wed., June 15th 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Sat., June 11th 9:00 a.m.. to 3:00 p.m. Thurs., June 16th 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Mon., June 13th 9:30 a.m.to 3:00 p.m. Fri., June 17th Anytime between 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tues., June 14th 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Day of the Sale —June 18th,8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Half Price/Bag Sale Clean Up

June 20st 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. June 20st 1:00 p.m. to 5:00/6:00 p.m.

(Note: For the days of the sale, please let a Garage Sale Co-Chair or Room Chair know of your availability i.e. hours you can work)

Pre-Sale Shopping Night -- If you work six or more hours, you may purchase items before the main sale on Friday, June 17th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteer Meeting – May 17 at 6:45 p.m. for Room Chairs … 7:30 p.m. for General Volunteers in Parish Center. Please come if you can! Student Volunteers -- Call for Service hours. You will use a separate sign up sheet. 7th graders or older wanting to volunteer or to baby-sit, call Ms. Maureen Chopp, 708-246-7280. General Garage Sale/Volunteer Questions -- Please call Mary Beth White 708-246-6339, Gia Schurla 708-351-1891 or Laurie Klafta 708-784-0667.

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Mass Schedule

Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 a.m., and 5:00 p.m. No 12:15 Mass during the summer

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. (Sun. Anticipatory) (Children’s Liturgy of the Word at Saturday 5 p.m.

Sunday 9:00 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Masses. Babysitting at 9:00 & 10:45 a.m. in the

Rectory Garden Room.)Monday - Wednesday: 6:30 and 7:45 a.m. Thursday and Friday: 7:45 a.m.Holy Days: 6:30 a.m., 7:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Gluten free hosts are available. Inquire in the sacristy before Mass.

Prayer Opportunities Adoration: Every Monday 2:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Divine Mercy Chaplet at 2:30 and Rosary,8:45 p.m.) Christian Meditation: Wednesday, 2:00 and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7:00 a.m. Rosary: Daily before & after the 7:45 a.m. Mass. Saturday before and after 8:00 a.m. Mass

Parish Center Office Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Weekends: Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. -1:00 p.m.

Sacraments Reconciliation: Saturday: after the 8:00 a.m. liturgy

Anointing of the Sick: Call the Parish Center. A Minister of Care is also available to bring Communion to our parish sick and homebound.

Marriage: Contact the Parish Center one year in advance and prior to making any other arrangements.

Baptism: Call the Parish Center to schedule preparation sessions and baptism date.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Adults inquiring about becoming Roman Catholic may call the Parish Center.

All Are Welcome! Handicapped parking is located along the north wall of the church. A push-bar automatic entrance is located at the northeast corner of church. Personal hearing devices are available from the ushers.

The SJC Women’s Club is getting ready for

Our 38th Annual Parish Garage Sale!

ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY

SATURDAY, June 18th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, June 20th from10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Clean out those closets, basements and garages! Remember volunteers help to make this event a success. Any time you can give is appreciated.

CALLING ALL STRONG MEN TO HELP WITH GARAGE SALE FURNITURE PICKUPS

Evenings of June 14, 15 and 16. Anytime you can help is great. Call Connie Madden to lend your strength, 708 246-4363.

We are still looking for ROOM CHAIRS FOR TOYS and volunteers to help on the last day of the sale AFTER it’s over. Call Mary Beth White 708 246-6339.

DO YOU LIKE TO BAKE? We are in need of baked goods for our volunteers that help with set up and work the event. Please drop off your items Monday, June 13 through Friday, June 17 in the school kitchen.

BAGS, BAGS, BAGS - Please save grocery bags, brown and/or plastic and nice shopping bags to be used the day of the sale.

Service Hours

June 6 to June 20 Many hands are needed. Great opportunity to gain Service Hours (for confirmation or High School) while having fun helping your Parish. Call Maureen Chopp to schedule your time slot. 708 246-7280

Healing Garden The Planning Committee for the

Healing Garden of the Archdiocese of Chicago cordially invites you to attend a

Prayer Service and Dedication Thursday, June 9, 2011

Prayer Service begins at 10 a.m. Holy Family Church 1080 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago

Readings for the WeekMonday: Acts 19:1-8; Jn 16:29-33 Tuesday: Acts 20:17-27; Jn 17:1-11a Wednesday: Acts 20:28-38; Jn 17:11b-19 Thursday: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Jn 17:20-26 Friday: Acts 25:13b-21; Jn 21:15-19 Saturday: Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-13; Jn 21:20-25 Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b

or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13; Jn 20:19-23

Peg Schreiber, sister of Andy Schreiber

Lord Hear Our Prayer

St. John of the Cross would be honored if you would consider remembering

the parish in your estate planning. Thank you.

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Pray for our Sick

Mass Inten onsMonday, June 6, St. Norbert

6:30 Charles Rumpf7:45 John Cosenza; Richard Burke

Tuesday, June 76:30 Parishioners7:45 George Robinson Family; Bill Nelson

Wednesday, June 86:30 Purgatorial7:45 Capt. Ace Evans; Walter Cebula

Thursday, June 9, St. Ephrem7:45 Bob Shannon

Friday, June 107:45 Chuck Dybas

Saturday, June 11, St. Barnabas8:00 Catherine & George Blakely5:00 Richard Sprague; John Swanson

Sunday, June 12, Pentecost Sunday7:30 Lynn Waszak9:00 Brian Donovan; Joseph Levato

10:45 Susan Barber Lins; Joan Budny5:00 John S. Piszczor; Daniel Daniels

Italics—Living

Pastoral Staff PastorRev. David P. Dowdle Pastor Emeritus Rev. Joseph F. McDonnell Associate Pastor/Director of Worship Rev. Kenneth J. Baker Associate Pastor Rev. Darrio L. Boscutti Rev. Filbert F. Ngwila

Deacons Tom McGorey, Joe Pepitone, John Schopp

Director of Operations M.J. Martin Finance Manager Marguerite Chrusciel Parish School Principal Kathleen Gorman Plant Manager Frank DiPompeo Director of Music Ministries Jennifer Kerr Budziak

Director of Worship Jim Clauer Director of Spirituality and Care Marianne Firlit Director of Youth Ministry Katie Hayes Director of Youth Catechesis K-8 Janet Caschetta Outreach Ministry Coordinator Bill Bright

Charlie AmesDennis Augus ne

Terry AversaEileen Biros

Mary Kathryn BirosAnnabelle Boehnke

Dominic CairoVera Casche aJudy CranstonJacob DiFrancoJus n DonnellyJack Gibbons

Patricia Barnes GibbsKathy GorskiDean Grilli

Owen HollingerJacob M. JoyceLoucine KassisPhyllis Kelley

Kathryn MahoneyJohn Makar

Meredith MangoldR. W. McClellan

John Munch

Christopher MoreheadDiana Nowrocki

Russ NiesenGregory PalaschakTeresa Peterson

Marge PipalGary PoorePeter QuinnRick Reimer

Leona RompalaFabian SaldanaFred SheehanBruce Siefert

Bob SturenfeldtBe y Sulak

Norma SumpayPatrick Synno

Joyce SzotJoyce TischlerStephanie Wall

Francesca PrincipeWegner

Patricia WilsonJoan Workman

Eternal Rest Grant unto These, O Lord

“Here I am Lord, … to do your will is my delight.”

Psalm 40:7-8

“Mimi hapa Bwana, …nimekuja kuyafanya mapenzi yako.”

Zaburi 40:7-8

Thank you so much

for your prayers and support during my Ordination to the Priesthood and

my First Mass of Thanksgiving. Know that you and your family

are always in my prayers, and I ask that you keep me in yours

as I begin my priestly ministry. May God bless you always.

Thank you! Asante Sana!

Fr. Filbert Ngwila

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