Sacr ed Heart Parish
MASS: Saturday: 4:30 PM. English Sunday: 8:00, 10:00 AM in English & 12 Noon in Polish Weekdays: 9:00AM - Monday, Wednesday, Friday / 7:30AM. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Reconciliation: Saturday from 3:15 PM until 4:00 PM or by appointment.
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 10AM til 6:00PM. Closed Saturday & Sunday Sacred Heart Ministry Center, 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, IL 60465
Telephone: (708) 974-3336 FAX: (708) 974-3556
email: parishmail@sacredheartpalos.org / Parish website: www.sacredheartpalos.org
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A Few Words From Our Pastor…….
My dear Parishioners, Sisters and Brothers,
The time of the pandemic has become a magnifying glass for all that is weakened in us, in our relationships, at work and in society. Widespread fatigue, irritation, accumulated aggression breaking out by chance, irrational conspiracy theories. As a result, a general distrust of the world around us, the media, politics and the Church. And the temptation to blame everyone around you. If we don't say "stop," we will go downhill into bitterness, helplessness and depression. We cannot always change the reality around us, but we can change our hearts and our thinking to find the right answer to what happens to us.
Nicodemus is at a turning point in his life. He hears about Jesus and what he hears turns over his whole world, all that he has dedicated himself to.
Nicodemus then starts with himself. He comes to Jesus to talk, ask and seek. He comes at night. A night for pious Jews is a study time, as some interpret it. But the night in John’s Gospel is also a time of struggle,
betrayal of Judas and Peter, a time of trial and death. In his night, Nicodemus hears words that he does not understand at that moment: about the need to be born again and about God who loved the world by sending His Son. It seems that he understood them thanks to Jesus' death and His resurrection.
What is Nicodemus telling us today? On your
night – you are to go to meet Jesus. And at first it means to meet yourself and with all that is inside of you in your present situation: don't run away, don't pretend, don't blame others. Only then and only in this way will you be able to meet Jesus and discover that "the light was within me and I was looking for it around me" (St.
Augustine). And this light is God, rich in mercy, who brings us back to life with Christ (cf. Eph 2: 4-5). And with this light, we can move and act, even if there is darkness around us.
Courage is growing in the love of the truth. Nicodemus, decided in the first conversation with Jesus, entered the path of inner certainty that no one had taken away from him. Following his conscience, he met Jesus and, strengthened by this meeting, adapted his progress to the requirements of the Gospel.
Whoever seeks the truth and has the courage to think independently, sooner or later will meet a man who will help him find the right place in life. A conversation with him will fill him with a certainty whose foundation is God – the Truth in its pure form. The conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus is one of the fundamental themes of Church history, and truth-seeking people find assurance of their way of life.
Nicodemus is also the model by which we should build our Christian courage.
I offer my heartfelt thanks to you for all that you do for Sacred Heart Parish, for your sacrifice and support. I remember you in my everyday prayers, and I ask you to pray for me too, please. May God reward you with His blessing and graces!
With prayer, Fr. Jacek
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A Few Words From Our Pastor…….
Drodzy Parafianie, Siostry i Bracia,
Czas pandemii pokazuje nam jeszcze wyraźniej to wszystko co jest w nas słabe, w naszych relacjach, w pracy i w społeczeństwie. Powszechne zmęczenie, irytacja, nagromadzenie jakiejś dziwnej, niepotrzebnej agresji, czy też bardzo popularne obecnie „niesamowite” teorie spiskowe. Dlatego jak sami zauważacie towarzyszy nam bardzo rozbudzona nieufność wobec otaczającego nas świata, mediów, polityki i także Kościoła. I oczywiście pokusa, aby winić wszystkich wokół siebie. Jeśli nie powiemy „stop”, to bardzo szybko i sprawnie znajdziemy się na równi pochyłej i pogrążymy się w goryczy, bezradności i, nie daj Boże, depresji. Zacznijmy zatem od siebie. Zdajemy sobie sprawę, że nie zawsze możemy zmienić otaczającą nas rzeczywistość, ale możemy zmienić nasze serca i sposób myślenia, aby znaleźć właściwą odpowiedź na to, co się z nami dzieje.
Nikodem, jedna z głównych postaci dzisiejszej Ewangelii, także znajduje się w punkcie zwrotnym swojego życia. Niesamowite informacje o Jezusie, które do niego docierają zmieniają cały jego świat i wszystko, czemu się poświęcił. Postanawia więc spotkać się z Jezusem, aby porozmawiać, prosić i szukać. Przychodzi w nocy. Noc dla pobożnych Żydów to czas na naukę, jak to niektórzy interpretują.
Ale w Ewangelii Jana noc to także czas walki, zdrady Judasza i Piotra, czas próby i śmierci. To właśnie w nocy Nikodem słyszy słowa, których w tej chwili zupełnie nie rozumie: o potrzebie ponownych narodzin
i o Bogu, który umiłował świat, posyłając swego Syna. Czytając dalej Ewangelię zobaczymy, że Nikodem zrozumiał tę naukę dzięki śmierci Jezusa i Jego zmartwychwstaniu.
Dlaczego Nikodem jest dzisiaj dla nas ważny? Noc… Jestem pewien, że wielu z nas bardzo łatwo może podać przykłady nieprzespanych nocy. Godzin, które wypełniamy walką, modlitwą, żalem, myśleniem, próbami zrozumienia tego co się dzieje. To właśnie podczas takiej nocy mamy „się wybrać” na spotkanie z Jezusem. Ale najpierw musimy spotkać się ze sobą i ocenić, popatrzeć na to co tak naprawdę w nas jest w obecnej sytuacji: nie uciekaj, nie udawaj, nie obwiniaj innych. Tylko wtedy i tylko w ten sposób będziemy mogli spotkać Jezusa i odkryć, że „światło było wewnątrz mnie, a ja szukałem go wokół siebie” (św.
Augustyn). Tym światłem jest Bóg bogaty w miłosierdzie, który przywraca nas do życia z Chrystusem (por.
Ef 2, 4-5). Dzięki temu światłu możemy się poruszać i działać, nawet jeśli wokół nas panuje ciemność.
Wzorem Nikodema módlmy się, abyśmy byli odważni w dążeniu do poznania Prawdy. Nikodem, po pierwszej rozmowie z Jezusem, zdecydowanie wszedł na ścieżkę wewnętrznej pewności, której nikt mu nie zabrał. Idąc za swoim sumieniem, spotkał Jezusa i wzmocniony tym spotkaniem tworzył swoje życie wg Ewangelii.
W życiu każdego kto szuka prawdy i ma odwagę myśleć samodzielnie, prędzej czy później nastąpi spotkanie czy też wydarzenie, które pomoże mu znaleźć właściwe miejsce w życiu. Nadejdzie pewność, której podstawą jest zawsze Bóg, który jest Prawdą w czystej postaci. Rozmowa między Jezusem a Nikodemem jest jedną z ważniejszych wydarzeń w historii Kościoła, a ludzie poszukujący prawdy bardzo łatwo odnajdą siebie w tym spotkaniu. Nikodem jest także doskonałym wzorem odwagi w szukaniu i odnajdywaniu Prawdy, którą jest prawdziwy Bóg.
Serdecznie dziękuję Wam za wszystko, co robicie dla parafii Najświętszego Serca, za Wasze ofiary
materialne i wsparcie, szczególnie w tym czasie. Pamiętam o Was w moich codziennych modlitwach i proszę Was, módlcie się również za mnie. Niech Bóg wynagrodzi Wam swoim łaskami i błogosławieństwem!
Z modlitwą, Ks. Jacek
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PARISH MISSION
Presented by: Fr. Andrzej Maslejak, SChr
Ksiądz Andrzej Maślejak, jest księdzem Towarzystwa Chrystusowego. Obecnie jest proboszczem parafii Matki Bożej Częstochowskiej w Sterling Heights w stanie Michigan. Księdza Maślejaka wielu z Was zna z jego kapłańskiej posługi w parafii św.
Trójcy w Chicago (Trójcowo), do której powracał dwukrotnie.
Najpierw jako asystent księdza Władysława Gowina w latach 1988- 1999, a potem od 2007 do 2015 roku jako proboszcz parafii. Z dumą mówił o niezłomnym narodowym i religijnym duchu parafian, co w jego ocenie, stopniowo doprowadziło do coraz większego rozwoju kościoła pod wezwaniem św. Trójcy.
Zapraszamy serdecznie do udziału w rekolekcjach. Przed każdą Mszą Św. – oprócz niedzielnej – będzie można skorzystać z
sakramentu pokuty.
MARCH 20, SATURDAY, 6:30PM, (Polish)
MARCH 22, MONDAY, 10:30AM & 7:00PM, (Polish)
MARCH 23, TUESDAY, 10:30AM & 7:00PM, (Polish)
Fr. Maslejak will preach at 12Noon Mass on Sunday, March 21st.
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PARISH MISSION
Our Restless Journey
Life - The restless journey towards God united in mind and heart.
Am I fighting or embracing the journey?
Presented by: Rev. Thomas R. McCarthy, O.S.A.
Father Tom is an experienced teacher, administrator, retreat director and parish mission preacher.
He is a native of the South Side of Chicago and he grew up in St. Adrian Parish in Marquette Park. He received his elementary school education at St. Adrian School and high school education at St. Rita of Cascia High School. He graduated from Villanova University with a B.A. in Communication Arts. He also has a Master of Arts in
Educational Administration from Lewis University.
Fr. Tom entered the Midwest Province of the Augustinian Order in 1987. In 1993 he made his solemn vows as an Augustinian Friar and in 1994 he was ordained to the priesthood.
Fr. Tom ministered for 21 years at St. Rita of Cascia High School in Chicago as a teacher, campus minister, Principal, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Fr. Tom ministered in Rome as part of the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of the New Evangelization where he was named a Papal Missionary of Mercy by Pope Francis in 2018. He also spent two years as the Director of the Augustinian Marylake Shrine in King City, Ontario, and the Prior of the Marylake Augustinian Monastery.
Fr. Tom is currently in his 11th year as Vocation Director for the Midwest Province and is the Director of St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago, IL.
He continues to preach parish missions and lead retreats. You can find more information on his website www.frtommccarthy.com
MARCH 28, (PALM SUNDAY), 6:00PM, (English)
MARCH 29, MONDAY, 7:00PM, (English)
MARCH 30, TUESDAY, 7:00PM, (English)
Fr. McCarthy will preach at all Masses on the weekend of
March 27th & 28th.
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FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the
world,
but that the world might be saved through him.
— John 3:17
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
Centuries ago, these Lenten days were a time of intense final preparation for the candidates for baptism. By now, they had already been numbered among the “elect” for Easter baptism, and were daily challenged to excel in prayer, in fasting, and in works of charity. As is true today, at a certain point in the weekly assembly for Eucharist, the nonbaptized were dismissed from the assembly for their own learning and prayer. While they might have had
impressions about the Eucharist, they had no direct experience. The rites of the church were secret and its worship places off-limits.
For the Easter Vigil, those to be baptized arrived very hungry from long fasting, and perhaps very apprehensive as to how initiation was to be accomplished. A long night of vigil and storytelling, a shimmering pool of baptism, the anointing with oil and clothing with white robes came as something of a surprise. At the end of a long, life-changing night of embrace by Christ and the community, as the eucharistic feast ended, a final surprise was brought forward. To address the deep hunger of the newly baptized, the church offered a bowl of milk and honey, sign of promises fulfilled, sign of community, prosperity, and peace, and yet another foretaste of heaven’s banquet.
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday: Fourth Sunday of Lent; Second Scrutiny; Daylight Saving Time begins Wednesday: St. Patrick Thursday: St. Cyril of Jerusalem
Friday: St. Joseph; Abstinence Saturday: Spring begins BEAUTY IN FORGIVENESS
Humanity is never so beautiful as when praying for forgiveness, or else forgiving another.—Jean P. F. Richter TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — The wrath and the mercy of the Lord are revealed in the exile and liberation of the chosen people (2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23) or 1 Samuel 16: 1b, 6-7, 10-13a.
Psalm — Let my tongue be silenced, if I ever forget you! (Psalm 137) or Psalm 23.
Second Reading — By grace you have been saved (Ephesians 2:4-10) or Ephesians 5:8-14.
Gospel — The Son was sent by God so that the world might be saved through him (John 3:14-21) or John 9:1-41 [1, 6- 9, 13-17, 34-38].
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Is 65:17-21; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-13b; Jn 4:43-54 Tuesday: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 5:1-16 Wednesday: Is 49:8-15; Ps 145:8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18;Jn 5:17-30 Thursday: Ex 32:7-14; Ps 106:19-23; Jn 5:31-47 Friday: 2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Rm 4:13:16-18, 22; Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a
Saturday: Jer 11:18-20; Ps 7:2-3, 9bc-12; Jn 7:40-53 Sunday: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:3-4, 12-15; Heb 5:7-9; Jn 12:20-33
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https://www.facebook.com/
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This is a great way to keep informed about our latest activities.
The Sacred Heart Ladies CCW invites you to follow them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/
groups/SacredHeartCCW
The Sacred Heart Religious Education Program is seeking volunteers to HELP with
their 2021/2022 program.
If you can please help, even for just an hour or two, your time and effort will be most appreciated.
For further information call 708.974.3900, Ex 229.
Stations of the Cross:
6:30 PM (English)
7:30 PM (Polish)
Every Friday during Lent.
Laura Barajas, Joe Potocki, Larry Herm, Jr., Franciszak Kojs, Kathy & Ed Brzezinski,
William Budig, Sandy Garbauski, Kateri Garbauski, Robbie Lasica, Connie Jasik, Clifton Young,
Ronalie Murawski, Eugene & Martha Marcin, Harold Miller, Marlene Thometz, Melanie Bergado, Don C. White, Elizabeth Piwowar, Evelyn Foran, Eddy Mckendrick, Verna Cavato, Frank Souza, Joseph Kowalczyk, Mary Ann Rodda, Sharon Arnett, Phil Piekarz, Doris Konieczka, Mary Anna Gercius, Elizabeth Mitchell, Florence Gaetano,
Maria Libront, Marlene Hebert, Angelo Tuzio, Ken Jankist, Betty Murray, Valeria Pawlowski, Fr. Andrew Zbeeb, Steve Marz, Laura Valdez, Rosemary & Richard Krankavitch, Frank Edwards, Kate Townsend, Larry Konieczka,Florence Sartori, Mary Cailles, John Martin, Nancy Neary, Enza Droel Pete Perisin, Melissa Rivette, Theresa McCasland, Nancy Montgomery, Carol Anderson, and
Rev. Robert F. McGinnity.
B A P T I S M A L P R E P A R A T I O N
All parents having a child in the near future are asked to attend ONE Baptismal class. It is mandato- ry that parents attend the baptismal preparation class before making arrangements for the Baptism.
The Class is held in the Ministry Center building (Formation Room). Please call the Ministry Center office to make arrangements for Baptism by calling 708.974.3336, press 0.
The next Class is scheduled for Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 7:00pm.
Katecheza przed Chrztem , Marzec 23, LUTY ~ 7:00PM
Jeżeli w najbliższym czasie planujecie chrzest swojego dziecka to prosimy o kontakt z naszym biurem parafialnym
708-974-3336, wew. 0. Ponadto zapraszamy rodziców oraz chrzestnych na katechezę przygotowującą do tego ważnego wydarzenia.
Katecheza jest prowadzone w języku angielskim.
Your prayers are requested for the following:
LEO GANNON
Please pray for his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed.
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Articles for the March 28th Bulletin (Palm Sun- day Edition), should be submitted to me on or by
Monday, March 15th
Articles for the April 4th Bulletin
(Easter Edition), should be submitted to me on or by
Monday, March 22nd.
Please email to:
ginnyj@sacredheart palos.org
Thank You!
Any questions call Ginny at 708.974.3336,Ex211.
REMINDER
BULLETIN DEADLINES
2021 Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.)
Are you or someone you know interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about Christianity?
Maybe you are not Catholic, but you are married or engaged to someone who is.
Maybe you were recently asked to be a godparent, a Confirmation sponsor, or a spon- sor for a loved one’s quincea era.
Maybe you were baptized at an early age, but have not received First Communion and/
or Confirmation.
It is never too late to learn more about your faith, to receive the Sacraments of Initiation, or to join the Catho- lic Church. This FREE process is intended for adults and mature young adults. You do not need to live in Pa- los Hills to participate.
Online ( OOM) formation sessions are available for participants preparing to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and/or Confirmation.
Contact Liz at (708) 974 3336 ext. 250 or droel sacredheartpalos.org for more information.
Catholic Relief Services Lenten Rice Bowl Return Reminder
PLEASE, Remember to return your cardboard Rice Bowls and envelopes no later than Holy Thursday, (April 1).
Donation boxes are located in the Narthex and chapel hallway. Please make checks payable to Sacred Heart Parish.
Thank you for your generosity.
Counseling by Fr. Bob Rohrich
Counseling services are available with Fr. Bob at the DePaul Center, located at 212 Custer, Lemont, Illinois. To make an appointment please call Fr. Bob at 630. 257.9235.
The cost is a $10 donation for each session.
The appointment times on weekdays are:
10:00 and 11:00 a.m., and 5:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 p.m.
Father Bob counsels the engaged and married, as well as individuals for depression, anxiety, grieving, separation, divorce and other personal problems.
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Saturday, March 13
7:30 AM – Poor Souls in Purgatory
4:30 PM – Anna Las, Zofia Bukowski, Jan Kulawiak, Norman Kukuk, Diane Gabel, Gene Mattes, Maria & Jozef Brenkus, Anna & Wladysław Las,
Agnieszka & Wladysław Kulawiak, Marianna & Jozef Bukowski Healing Intention for Robbie Lasica
Sunday, March 14
8:00 AM – Special Intention for Danny Lasica, Healing Intention for William Budig
For Good Health and a Successful Surgery for Anna
10:00 AM – Mary Ann Derby, Dorothy Lavery, Ed Wirtschoreck, Sharon Stubitsch Marjorie & Roger Horstman, Patricia Gallagher (3rd Anniversary) Healing Intention for Sharon Arnett
12:00 PM – Irena Habina, Mirosława Szwab, Katarzyna Bobak Józef Leja, Maria Libront
Healing Intentions for Jan Figus
For Good Health and a Successful Surgery for Anna
Monday, March 15 – Virginia Targosz, Valerie Delk (5th Anniversary) Tuesday, March 16 – Joel O’Brenski (10th Anniversary)
Wednesday, March 17 – Patricia Christiansen, Mike Fitzpatrick (25th Anniversary) Edward Silekis (14th Anniversary)
Thursday, March 18 – Elizabeth Lytell
Friday, March 19 – Josephine Glasnak, Sacred Heart Parishioners
Saturday, March 20 7:30 AM – Jacob Lytell, Sr.
4:30 PM – Frank P. Holban, Frank Valente, Norma Jean Werner, Leona & Felix Lasica Phillip Noga (10th Anniversary), Dolores Kwain (73rd Anniversary)
Healing Intention for Robbie Lasica
Sunday, March 21
8:00 AM – Sacred Heart Benefactors
10:00 AM – Ed Wirtschoreck, Marilyn A. Kasperski, Joseph Karnia, Charles Koch, Mel & Ed Wadas Healing Intention for Joan Kaminski
Healing Intention for William Budig
12:00 PM – Irena Habina, Mirosława Szwab, Katarzyna Bobak, Józef Leja Special Intention for Helena Czarnecka (Birthday)
Special Intention for Chris Bartoszek (50th Birthday) For Good Health and a Successful Surgery for Anna
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EXPLORING THE DIACONATE ~ SPRING 2021
The Institute for Diaconal Studies (IDS) invites all men who feel the gentle nudge of the Holy Spirit to attend an Exploring the Diaconate session. It is a time to pray, discuss, and learn more about the discernment process and the formation program that aspirants and candidates pursue. Please join us, with your wives, if married, as we explore the potential of a vocation, engage in dialogue and pray in search of the next step. All are
welcome to attend any of the sessions.
Contact Sr. Caroline Onuoha, DMMM (847) 837-4563 or conuoha usml.edu
RSVP REQUIRED
For more information contact Deacon Bob Puhala, bpuhala@usml.edu or
847.837.4564 or visit us at www.usml.edu. Application Deadline for the 2021–2022 Aspirancy Path is June 1, 2021
Thursday Evenings : March 18, March 25, April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29.
7:30-8:30PM via oom
Holy Name Society
MEN’S CLUB
The Holy Name Members are meeting on Monday, March 15, at 7:00P.M.
in the Moscow Center. Following their business meeting there will be a
light meal and beverages.
Officers Meet at 6:00 P.M. SHARP!
USHERS ARE STILL NEEDED
Please consider being an usher at Sacred Heart. We really can use help at all the Masses. If interested call Dave Gaidas at 708.974.4410.
BINGO —Though we are not yet open for Bingo, when we do reopen we will need volunteers for Thursday evening Bingo. If interested in being a part of the bingo crew, call Rueben Dommer at 708.598.7931.
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Dear Parishioners,
Thank you for your generous support for our Split the Pot fundraising efforts. We are seeing more support of this effort as the weeks roll on. However, it is becoming more difficult every week to keep track of donations. Many of you are sending one check in and asking us to spread the Split the Pot donations over several future weeks’ drawings. Other times the instructions are not specific enough and we have to track down your intentions. Since the winner must give to Split the Pot and make a regular donation to qualify to win, it is imperative that we are able to determine this at the time of the drawing. We are also receiving entries through the post office, sometimes these are late entries that do not qualify because we have drawn the number before receiving the envelopes. . We are doing our best and are committed to being transparent.
These exceptions are causing problems, so, if at all possible please send in one envelope and one check (cash) specifically for Split the Pot in the week it is drawn.
Thank you for your continued generosity and understanding.
Emmett Williamson, Business Manager
Rules for Split the Pot:
1. Only registered parishioners are eligible to win this weekly drawing. If you are not registered with our parish, please come to our administrative office and we will be happy to register you into Sacred Heart Parish.
2. You must play to win. In addition to your regular weekly offering of at least five dollars, the cost of a split the pot entry for any given week’s drawing is also five dollars. (There are separate
envelopes for split the pot). All monies for split the pot will be set aside until there is a winner.
3. There may not be a winner every week. Each week, a name is drawn from our entire, (whether they participate in the split the pot or not) parishioner file. If the name drawn participated in that week’s split the pot drawing, they will win the split the pot prize.
4. If the name drawn from our entire parishioner file did not participate in split the pot that week, the money will be rolled over to increase the next week’s jackpot.
Thank you for your continued generosity! Emmett Williamson, Business Manager
PLEASE NOTE:
For those using the extra Split the Pot envelopes provided in back of church; please be sure to put your name and or Envelope ID number. These envelopes are not preprinted, so we have no idea who you are..
Split The Pot Drawing for the Weekend of MARCH 7, 2021
The card I.D. # 680 was pulled.
(Not eligible; did not participate in Split the Pot)
THE TOTAL FOR SPLIT THE POT IS NOW $14,777.00.
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STEWARDSHIP OF OUR RESOURCES
MARCH 6 & 7, 2021
Sunday Budgeted Collection $13,500.00
Sunday & Holy Day $14,329.00
YTD weekly budget SURPLUS 7,805.00
God Bless You and Thank You!
Beth Mikula & Emmett Williamson Business Office
Sacred Heart Parish provides a safe and easy way to donate automatically to our parish. It is called E-Giving, also referred to as electronic giving. It is easy to sign up and provides our parish with a steady stream of income, even if you are unable to attend mass because of vacation or other obligations. You have the option to give weekly, biweekly, monthly, or even make a one-time donation.
You can have the donation withdrawn directly from a checking or savings account or by credit card. You have the option of donating to Sundays, Holy Days, Christmas, Easter, second collections and even special campaigns like our 150th Anniversary Celebration.
Follow the prompts on our website under donations.
www.sacredheartpalos.org
MINISTRY OF PRAISE
“More things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of.”
Prayer is one of the most powerful ministries available to us. Here at Sacred Heart we have (restarted) the ministry of prayer, the Ministry of Praise.
The Ministry of Praise is a spiritual ministry carried out by a group of persons who offer their
prayers, joys and sufferings to God for the wellbeing of others. Ministers of Praise pray for the sick, for the needs of our parish and the universal Church, and for special intentions. (We pray for our ministers on their birthdays, too!) Occasionally, prayers are requested according to the spirit of the liturgical season.
There are no meetings, dues or special prayers. Reflections and prayer requests are made regularly by means of a “praiseletter.” “Membership” is open to all adult parishioners, especially to the elderly, sick, disa- bled, homebound, or nursing home residents—any who wish to commit themselves to daily prayer.
Ministers of Praise have contributed much to the spiritual growth of our parish family. Their prayers and sup- port are a source of strength and blessings for all of us.
If you wish to join in this ministry of prayer and praise, please fill out the form below, and drop it off at church or mail it to the Ministry Center. Or email or call Elizabeth, and indicate your interest in joining this ministry.
Sacred Heart Ministry of Praise Attn: Elizabeth Droel 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, IL 60465,
—or—droel@sacredheartpalos.org (708) 974 3336 extension 250
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I wish to join the Sacred Heart Ministry of Praise.
Name: ____________________________________ Birthday: (Month)_________________ (Day) _______
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Phone: ___________________________________ This is my: Cell Number Home Number (circle one)
E-Mail Address: _________________________________________________________
[ ] Please send “praiseletters” to my mailing address.
[ ] I prefer to receive “praiseletters” via email.
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FRANCE PILGRIMAGE
11 DAYS: OCTOBER 18 – 28, 2021
LOURDES * LYON * ARS * PARAY LE MONIAL * NEVERS * TOURS * CHARTRES * MT ST MICHEL * BAYEUX * NORMANDY * CAEN * LISIEUX *
PARIS
HOSTED BY FR. JACEK WRONA
TOUR INCLUDES: Roundtrip air from Chicago, first class/select hotels, most meals, comprehensive sightseeing with a professional English speaking guide, all admission fees, porterage, hotel service charges and much more!!
For a Brochure and More Information:
Please contact Fr. Jacek Wrona:
Tel: (708) 974-3336 jawrona@archchicago.org
SPACE IS LIMITED!
BOOK EARLY
TO AVOID
DISAPPOINTMENT!!
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PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Jacek Wrona, Pastor Rev. David Straub, Associate Pastor
Deacons: Dominic Andriacchi and Thomas Rzendzian Weekend Ministry: Rev. Robert R. Rohrich, C.M.
Pastores Emeriti: Rev. Robert F. McGinnity, Rev. Patrick M. Tucker Pastoral Associate, Elizabeth Droel
Director of Religious Education: Elizabeth Mikula
R.E. Office In Moscow Center 708 974-3900 ~ FAX: 708 974-3922 Directors of Music: John and Sue O’Keefe
PARISH STAFF
Business Manager, Emmett Williamson Business Staff, Beth Mikula
Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor: Ginny Jankowicz Receptionist: Steve Schanz Administrative Office: 708. 974.3336, Press 0
Anointing of the Sick: Every Monday morning after 9:00 AM Mass or by specific arrangement of priest.
Baptism (in Polish) First and third Sunday of each month at 12 Noon Mass (Maximum four allowed), and 1:30pm.
(Maximum six allowed). Baptism (in English) 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month at 1:30 pm (Maximum of six). Baptis- mal Preparation Class is monthly. Baptism is set-up following completion of the class. Call 708.974.3336 Press 0, to make arrangements for Baptismal.
Reconciliation: Saturday, 3:15 -4:00 PM or appointment. Instruction In Catholic Faith call Ministry Office.
Marriages: Friday 4:00PM, Saturday 12:00PM and 2:00 PM.
Pre-Marriage instructions required. Arrangements should be made, according to Archdiocesan policy, at least six months before the wedding. Dates and times are not set at initial phone call, but must be confirmed by the officiating priest or deacon.
If you have a new address, land line, or cell phone number, please call us at 708 974-3336, Press 211, or send an Email to:
ginnyj@sacredheartpalos.org
DO WE HAVE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS?
If we do not have your email address, can you please call or send an email to the above email address. A special thank you to those of you who have contacted me and sent their email address.
Thank You and God Bless! Ginny Jankowicz
