2003 Hassert Blvd., Naperville, IL 60564 ▪ 630.922.0081 ▪ www.hscc.us

Twenty-seventh SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – October 8, 2017

Weekend Mass Times: Saturday: 4:30pm (confessions at 3:30pm) Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00am

Week Days Mass at 9:00am: Monday- Wednesday Mass Thursday & Friday Communion Service

Starting this week, we will be sharing some thoughts on what the word RESPECT means. The intention is to inspire parishioners to think about the meaning of this word, both in a social context and as one of our values. One of the meanings of respect is treating everyone with equality and dignity and being true to our Catholic traditions. Peter summarizes the Bible’s teaching on respect in his first letter: “Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king” … (1 Peter 2:17). Loving the brotherhood of believers, means to love all believers, regardless of color, nationality, or beliefs; and we are called to demonstrate that we love all our brothers and sisters in Christ. Through the ages, Christians have sought to take the example and words of Jesus to heart and strive to live by His words in all social settings. I believe that as much as today’s social setting is very different from when the scriptures were written; our commitment and loyalty to Catholic teachings and traditions remains. In the words of Pope John Paul II, the foundation of Catholic social teaching "is a correct view of the human person and of his unique value, inasmuch as ‘man … is the only creature on earth which God willed for itself.’ God has imprinted his own image and likeness on man (cf. Gen 1:26), conferring upon him an incomparable dignity" (Centesimus Annus 11). We are not simply individuals --we are members of a community. Our first community is our own family and every member of the family is essential to building a strong parish community. Therefore, we must continuously look for ways to engage all the members of the family with respect. I hope you will all take some time during the next few weeks to talk about the different ways you and your family show each other and your neighbors proper respect. I look forward to sharing more thoughts on how we show Respect for one another at Holy Spirit.

On the journey,

Fr. Dennis G. Lewandowski

The Catholic Church is able to carry out its good works in large part due to the generosity of her people. Catholics financially support their Church primarily through the Sunday offertory collection.

Holy Spirit Catholic Community currently has 2,513 registered families.

September 30-October 1 Collections: $23,561

Thank you for your generosity!

Stewardship

Stephen Ministry is Here For You! Fall is upon us. Sometimes in loss when someone is grieving the loss of a spouse or child, normal support may not be there. Their support system moves on with their lives. This is the time a grieving person could use a friendly ear. Stephen Ministry is a confidential one-to-one ministry that supports anyone going through a difficult time, whether it is a separation or divorce, loss of a job, or loss of a child or spouse. Stephen Ministers are here to support YOU! Call today! Contact Kathy Ford RN/Parish Nurse and Coordinator of Stephen Ministry at 630-922-0081 or pastoralcare@hscc.us.

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We pray for those who are sick,

and we pray for and remember those who have gone to eternal life.

For the complete Prayer List visit the Pastoral Care Tab at: http://hscc.us/pastoral-prayer-network.php

Joliet Diocese Vocations Prayer Calendar – visit: www.dioceseofjoliet.org/vocations/sectioncontent.php?secid=16

New Beginnings is a weekly self-help support group for widowed, divorced, or those going through a divorce as we adjust to our new roles as singles again. Join us any time since we meet every Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. (arrive at 7:15 p.m.) at St. Raphael’s Church, 1215 Modaff Road, Naperville. Besides having speakers, we have a rotating schedule of discussions based on the book “Suddenly Single.” Find out more details and any schedule changes at

and view videos for divorced or widowed experiences. Come see if we can be a part of your future.

Did you forget your offertory envelope?

For your convenience, HSCC offers complimentary blank offertory envelopes. They are available in the narthex.

To learn more about giving options visit our web-site at: https://hscc.us/donation.php or call the office at 630-922-0081

Meetings & Events Saturday, October 07, 2017 • TMIY - That Man Is You in Gathering Place (7:00 AM) • Ministers of Care in OFF SITE Event (9:00 AM) • Pet Blessing Outside Entrance Doors (9:30 AM) • Baby Bo le Drive in Narthex (4:30 PM) • Cub Scouts Popcorn Sales at Entrance Doors(4:30 PM)

Sunday, October 08, 2017 • Baby Bo le Drive in Narthex (8:00 AM) • Cub Scouts Popcorn Sales at Entrance Doors (8:00 AM) • RCIA in Mul purpose Room (9:00 AM)

Monday, October 09, 2017 • 7SPARK Plarn Session (10:00 AM) • WBS Core Team in Gathering Place (1:00 PM) • Stephen Ministry in Gathering Place (7:00 PM)

Tuesday, October 10, 2017 • Second Grade Sacramental Parent Mee ng (9:30 AM) • Korean Cenacle Prayer in Mul purpose Room (10:00 AM) • Second Grade Sacramental Parent Mee ng (6:30 PM)

Wednesday, October 11, 2017 • Women's Bible Study in Gathering Place (9:30 AM) • Evening Bible Study in Gathering Place (7:00 PM)

Saturday, October 14, 2017 • TMIY - That Man Is You in All Gathering Place (7:00 AM) • Cub Scouts Popcorn Sales at Entrance Doors (4:30 PM) • KofC Corporate Communion in Gathering Place(4:30 PM)

Sunday, October 15, 2017 • Cub Scouts Popcorn Sales at Entrance Doors (8:00 AM) • RCIA in Mul purpose Room (9:00 AM) • Bap sms in Worship Space (12:30 PM)

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This month our parish will be participating in a special fundraiser to promote and further a Culture of Life. The proceeds of this event will help support Birthright of Joliet. Baby bottles will be distributed to parishioners on this weekend, October 7 & 8 to take home and fill with spare change. Bottles will then be returned to the parish no later than October 28 and 29. This fundraiser is a great way for each member of the family to help in building a Culture of Life. Thank you in advance for your response to the call of the Gospel to serve those in great need!

Baby Bottle Fundraiser

October 7 - October 29.

How to participate

1.Take a bottle home 2.Fill it with change, cash, or a check Checks can be made payable to Birthright in Joliet

3.Return your bottle by October 29th.

Being healthy requires striving for physical, emotional and spiritual health and attaining a balance of the true self. As God’s children, we are created in His image and are, when healthy, whole; a true self who knows, respects and appreciates an “authentic me.” Our culture oftentimes presents “false positives” and can tempt us into negative behaviors. Self Esteem, integrity, good self-image, authenticity, compassion and caring are working attributes across a Life span. Dr. Erin Terada, PsyD DECS, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and will be the presenter. Come and participate in this presentation and discussion for yourself or for someone you love.

Tuesday, October 24 from 7-9 pm in the Lighthouse St. Thomas the Apostle 1500 Brookdale Rd. Naperville, IL 60563 R.S.V.P. by October 20 to Marge Coronado 630.355.8980 x118 or mcoronado@stapostle.org

Struggling with Self-Image?

St. Vincent de Paul Society

The good news of today’s Gospel is that all we need to do is let God tend us and bring us to produce good fruit. All we need do is be faithful and God will take care of the rest.

In your generosity, please remember Society of St. Vincent de Paul, so that we may bring the love and mercy of Jesus to those who feel left out and abandoned. Your monetary gift is very much appreciated.

Liturgy

Do we have your most current information on file? Have you moved, changed your cell number, work number or email address? You can update your information on line at www.hscc.us/newparishionerregistration.php or call the parish office at 630-922-0081.

Mass Intentions & Liturgical Ministers Mass

Intentions Saturday, October 7 - 4:30 PM

Marge Ryan, aunt of Tracy Hemmingway.

Sunday, October 8- 8:00 AM People of Holy Spirit.

Sunday, October 8 - 9:30 AM Roman Nowak

Sunday, October 8- 11:00 AM Margaret Kuniewicz,

Mother of Judi Endres.

Paten Mariann Costello, Kristen Zeller, Kathy Austin Mary Jo Slowik, Mary Kostic

Barbara Marciniak, Gregory Kestler, Judy Balsamo, Gerry Jaurigue

*Anthony A Edeh, James Juhas, Natasha Menezes, Susan Silhavy

Chalice Katie Talley, Janet Carlson, Pelita Sabado Susan Hejnosz, Mike Zidek Robert Marciniak, Lisa Ryba, Tom Dorsey

Henry Sharum, Tony Vaccariello, Patrick Anyaegbunam

Lectors Stephen Sherwin, David Kammes Dick Hercher, Karime Zarate Patrick Noonan, Erin Millhouse Sylvia Prakash, Chris Hill

Acolytes Sean Larkin, Grant Larkin Kaitlyn Alicz Millicent Ghapson, Harriet Ghapson NEEDED

Greeter

Angela Strohbeck, Rich Strohbeck, Sara Strohbeck, Jacob Strohbeck, Caleb Strohbeck, Kelly Larkin, John & Mildred Pavlik

Corinne & Jim Haviley, John T. Machak, Carl Homolka, Vivian Homolka

*Dianna Olaszek, Cristina Ghapson, Charles Watson, Renata Pupik, Dariusz Pupik

Jackie Hasse, Robert Walsh NOT FILLED/ NEEDED

Mass Intentions

Monday, October 9 - 9:00 AM Bernard Kestel.

Tuesday, October 10 - 9:00AM Rosemary and Richard Mangan.

Wednesday, October 11 - 9:00AM Dan and MaryBeth O’Holleran,

and Phyllis Newer

Thursdays and Fridays - 9:00AM Communion Service

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Second Grade Sacramental Parent Meeting Tuesday October 10th at 9:30AM or 6:30PM Required for new RE parents of children who will

receive reconciliation & communion this year. Contact the RE Department with questions at: 630-922-0081.