Volume 1, Issue 74 NEWSLETTER July, August, September 2014

ROSARY HILL HOME 9000 WEST 81ST STREET – JUSTICE, ILLINOIS 60458 708.458.3040

Dear Friends of Rosary Hill, At this time we are observing the loss of trust in the Catholic Church and the loss of respect. The Church seems to have lost its moral

capital. Our media mercilessly and relentlessly parade the sins of the Church before the public. The mainstream magazines, newspapers and TV news networks make the scandals daily headlines and the subjects of sarcastic commentaries. The sins of the priests and the “corruption” of the Vatican have become the topic of TV talk shows and everyday material for entertainment producers. The once-enjoyed by the Church respect has evaporated. The Catholic priests, tainted by the sins of their brothers, feel the stares and suspicions of others. Lay Catholics are disheartened, angry, and weary of the daily exposes to bad news. Everything about the Church seems in disarray. It seems, that the Church is in decline. In our country and many other predominantly Catholic countries there is a critical shortage of priests. The number of nuns has dropped in half. Parishes are closing or merging everywhere. Some Catholic universities and colleges embrace the opposite to Church’s teaching and very liberal views on many social, and moral issues.

Whatever the reality, all this is unfortunately the church of the headlines, and the anti-Catholic campaign. But we need to remember, far more of the picture than that. There is another face of the Church. There is the grass-root Church that does far more good in the world than it ever gets credit for. There is the Church that operates superb schools, which provide needy children an escalator out of poverty. There is the Church of priests and nuns and lay people in the third-world countries toiling in obscurity to feed the hungry, care for the sick and the homeless. There is the Church that reaches to the needy through Catholic Charity, Food for the Poor, soup kitchens, St. Vincent de Paul societies, orphanages, nursing homes, and many other forms and organizations of charity.

So when we read about scandals, we need to look intensely to see what is different than painted by media, sublime – even divine – face of the Catholic Church, made of those behind scene workers whose magnificence lies not in their titles or vestments, but their selfless love. This is the true face of the Church. As I write these words I think of you, Dear Friends, because you are the very lively, active ingredient of this world-wide community of Christ followers – his Church. Working with you on this tiny sliver of Christ’s Church, we call Rosary Hill Home, is for us the always refreshing inspiration and a great privilege. And we thank God for you, for your trust, assistance, interest in our ministry and your truly Christian love. In this time of bad press, we need to continue our noble work so that people may be aware that the Jesus of the very ordinary needy and hungry for love people, lives among us. We are to be his voice and his gentle and healing touch. When people are in distress or despair, or in need of truth and love, we are to be the face, voice and hand of Christ. It is our calling. Sister M. Natalie, OP *************************************************************************************************RESIDENT’S NEWS

Centenarian Birthday Party As our population ages and people today are living longer, reaching the century mark is quite an accomplishment. This year five(5) residents will reach their 100th Birthday and two have passed their 101st Birthday!Rose Beales turned 101 in January and Mary Szostak turned 101 on May 27th, the same day that a Birthday Celebration was held for all the May Birthday girls. All the residents were treated to a fine lunch with salad and a made from scratch Birthday cake. After lunch everyone sang “Happy Birthday” in English & Polish with a fine accordion accompaniment. Carnations were given to all the Birthday Girls.Justice Mayor, Kris Wasowicz and Bob Bong from the Des Plaines Valley Newspaper, enjoyed a wonderful lunch and talked with all the centenarians. MarySzostak was born in Standish, Michigan but moved to Chicago in 1933 after losing her job at the newspaper. She said she had to find work, adding that like all good pressmen of the time, she had to read upside down and backwards. After moving to Chicago and getting married, she worked as a “Rosie the Riveter” at the defense plant that would eventually become Ford City Shopping Center at 71st& Cicero in Chicago. Later she ran a restaurant, while raising three sons. Rose Beales spent some of early years as a grocery clerk where she met her future husband. Rose’s grand-daughterhas arranged to be married at Rosary Hill Chapel, so Grandma Rose can attend the wedding. Another centenarian is Florence Wojcik, who is the longest resident at11 years. She’ll turn 100 on August 20th. Florence was a native to Bridgeport who knew the first mayor Daley, who made her the first female precinct captain in the City of Chicago. Also turning 100 this year will be Elizabeth Hines who will celebrate her special day on August 29th and Marie Borowik who will celebrate her special day on December 7th. A bouquet of flowers and recognition was given to Sister Natalie who will turn 60 this year, Sister Kamila who celebrates 25 years as a nun, and Father Raymond Jasinski who celebrates 60 years in the priesthood. It was truly a wonderful and memorable day for all! Submitted by: John Szostak (Son of the late Resident, Mary Szostak) July 4th Party On Wednesday July 2ndRosary Hill Home had their annual 4th of July Party. Due to remodeling of the Activity Room the event was held in the Retreat Center hall.Betsy Ross (Janet Pawlicki) and her friends entertained the residents. Everyone sang Patriotic songs and some marched to the tunes waving flags.We ended the event by enjoying ice creams bars that Janet was nice enough to donate.A good time was had by all!Thank you Janet, friends, volunteers and Sisters for an enjoyable afternoon. Submitted by: Diane Turek (Daughter of Resident, Gertrude Greske)

************************************** Butterfly Event

Our first “Butterfly Release Event” was a huge success. On a beautiful, sunny, Sunday afternoon (July 27, 2014) over 200 butterflies were released in memory or honor of our loved ones. Our release ceremony included a reading and prayer by Sister Rosaria and Sister Kamila. Father Ray prayed and blessed the butterflies, as we shared a moment of quiet reflection. Thank you to all the volunteers and those who purchased butterflies and participated in this heart warming event. Submitted by: Cathie Marcinski (Daughter of Resident, Marie Bona)

Fromthedesk of our Chaplain

“A Wise and Fruitful Woman” When the Virgin Mary said yes to the Archangel Gabriel, she made a prudent and productive choice. As our spiritual Mother, Mary enables us to make wise and fruitful decisions in our lives. She exhorts us not to be lazy, which is the result of living a wordly and comfortable style of life. We can become absorbed and contented with material possessions. Our Blessed Mother helps us to grow as human beings and in faith and to live responsibly as children of God. She desires us to grow and become wiser and holier each day. Like a good Mother, Mary is always close to us. She helps us never to lose courage in all the difficulties and problems of our life. Let us imitate the faithfulness and wisdom of Mary, she will assist us to lead holy and productive lives.

Father Raymond Jasinski *************************************************************************Words of Wisdom A Moment for You… Sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is…stop! Stop worrying. Stop stressing. Stop dwelling on what you need to get done. A day is so much more than a series of chores. It’s an ever-changing mix of possibilities waiting to be experienced and explored. Life is amazing, and so are you! Wisdom belongs to the aged, and understanding to the old. Job 12:12

****************************************************** Dates to Remember… Rosary Hill Home’s 19th Annual Family Picnic, Sunday, September 14th,Outdoor Mass @ 11:00am, followed by refreshments, music, games, raffle prizes and much, much more!! We would like to thank all the family members who have continued to come out and celebrate with their loved ones and hope that you will once again consider attending and sharing some quality time with your resident loved ones! There is still time to volunteer to help at the picnic!Donations are still needed for the picnic as well especially: cases of (water & soda)(24pk); Raffle prizes needed: sporting equipment, electronics, games, liquor & wines. If you have questions please contact Sharon at Rosary Hill Home Monday through Friday 8:30a.m. to 3:00p.m. Catholic Bible Timeline study at Rosary Hill Home. The Bible Timeline is a fascinating study that takes you on a journey through the entire Bible. You will go deep into each period of salvation history and discover the amazing story woven throughout all of Scripture. Rosary Hill Bible Study: The Bible Timeline starts Monday, September 22nd at 7:00 p.m. This 24 week Bible Study will be two 12-week segments: Part one runs through December 8th, with a 4 week Christmas Break; resuming around January 12, 2015 the final 12 weeks, ending around March 30, 2015. Cost of the Study Materials approximately $45.00. For more information or to register for the Bible Study, call Rosary Hill at 708-458-3040 or via email: rosaryhill@sbcglobal.net. Also, please join us forFamily Massthe second Sunday of every month @ 9:30 a.m. (refreshments follow). Remember, you can join us any Sunday for Mass.

WELCOME We offer a warm welcome

to our new residents:

Rosemary Michel 05-28-2014 Mary M. Martin 05-31-2014 Ellen Mary Ryan 06-17-2014 Mary Laczkowski 06-19-2014 Jean Marek 08-14-2014 Bernice Novak 08-23-2014

IN OUR PRAYERS

Let us remember also all that are sick and infirm among us that they may experience Christ’s healing power and be restored to health both spiritually and physically.

OUR SYMPATHY

“If we have died in Christ, we believe we shall also live in Him.”

Romans 6:8 +Harriet Ejsmont 05-27-2014 +Mary Szostak 07-15-2014 +Margaret Turek 08-06-2014 +Theresa Gunnell 08-07-2014 +Lillian Geoghegan 08-19-2014

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

We extend our warmest congratulations and Best Wishes with love and prayers to the following residents of Rosary Hill on the occasion of their respective birthdays. July: Amelia Barts 91 Edward Jasinski 92 MaryAnn Bayzik 93 August: Antonia Artese 74 Lillian Noga 88 Florence Litz 94 Irene Stabrawa 90 Maria Kucharski 98 Florence Wojcik 100 Lillian Mikoljczak 87 Marie Nalepka 94 Mary Barkowski 85 Elizabeth Hines 100 September Joan McTeague 87 Ellen Kupfer 87

9000 W. 81ST ST. JUSTICE, IL 60458 708.458.3040