April 24 - Infant Jesus of Prague

I N F A N T
J E S U S
O F
P R A G U E
P A R I S H
1131 DOUGLAS AVE. • FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 • 708.799.5400 • F 708.799.5462 • WWW.IJPPARISH.ORG
FROM THE DESK OF FR. MIKE
Happy Easter!!
At the April 16th celebration of the sacrament of Confirmation
Bishop Wypych gave all of our students a prayer card as they
were confirmed with a lovely adaptation of a prayer written by
Pope Francis on the occasion of the 51st World Day of Prayer for
Vocations.
This is the Prayer for Vocations those confirmed last weekend
were handed, this is the prayer I read at the Masses last weekend:
PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
BLESS me with the gift of cour age to r espond to your call.
Open my heart to great ideals, to great things.
INSPIRE me, your disciple, to loving and giving – so that I
may use the gifts you’ve given me to live the dream you have for
my life.
INSTILL within me a bold and noble path of a life – that I
live it well, whether it be in the single life, married life, the
diaconate, the priesthood or the consecrated life.
UNITE me to J esus thr ough pr ayer and sacr ament, so that I
may cooperate with you in building your reign of mercy and
truth, of justice and peace. Amen.
Today is the fifth Sunday of Easter – we are on our way to once
again faithfully celebrating the fifty days of the Easter season. At
times in our world, even in North America, when new life in
nature is abundant and rich, we may not see new life in
relationships, in neighborhoods and in war torn areas of our
wounded world. In my recent reading the following struck a
chord in my heart and in my soul.
“Despite every appearance, sometimes, in the end, love does
triumph over hatred. Peace does triumph over chaos. Forgiveness
does triumph over bitterness. Hope does triumph over cynicism.
Fidelity does triumph over despair. Virtue does triumph over sin.
Conscience does triumph over callousness. Life does triumph
over death. And good does triumph over evil, always. Mohandas
K. Gandhi once wrote: “When I despair, I remember that all
through history, the way of truth and love has always won. There
have been murderers and tyrants, and for a time they seem
invincible. But in the end they always fall. Think of it, always.”
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The resurrection, most forcibly, makes
that point. God has the last word. The
resurrection of Jesus is that last word.
From the ashes of shame, of seeming
defeat, failure, and death, a new, deeper,
and eternal life perennially bursts forth.
Our faith begins at the very point where it
seems it might end, in God’s seeming
silence at Jesus’ death.”
Can we hold fast to this hope, this truth as
we journey with joy to the promise of
Pentecost in a few weeks. Today’s gospel
can inspire, strengthen and guide us this
Easter. John writes:
“When Judas had left them, Jesus said,
‘Now is the Son of Man glorified, and God
is glorified in him. If God is glorified in
him, God will also glorify him in himself,
and God will glorify him at once. My
children, I will be with you only a little
while longer.
I give you a new commandment: love one
another. As I have loved you, so you also
should love one another. This is how all
will know that you are my disciples, if you
have love for one another.’”
Let us live resurrection.
Let us love one another.
Let us share mercy.
Let us live Easter.
God bless you with a resurrection
faith this Easter!
Summer Vacation Bible School Student Registration
Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church
June 6-10, 2016 from 9 am-12 pm For Grades K – 5 (Fall 2016)
One registration form per child please. VBS limited to 80 students.
_________________________________ (student’s name) has my permission to participate in the Infant Jesus of
Prague (IJP) Summer Vacation Bible School, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, June 6 - 10, 2016. This permission slip/
registration form must be completed, signed, and returned to IJP Religious Ed. Office. (1131 Douglas Avenue,
Flossmoor) or IJP School, by Friday, May 20, 2016. There is $25.00 per child fee FOR THIS VBS PROGRAM.
I understand that all reasonable precautions will be taken by those persons in charge to prevent injuries, but neither those in charge, nor the sponsoring group(s), shall
be held responsible in case of accident, or in the case of lost or stolen articles. I also understand that if my child violates any of the rules established by the persons in
charge or is caught in the possession of or using drugs or alcohol, I shall be contacted and must immediately pick up my child at IJP School.
If in the judgment of the chaperones of this camp, my child requires medical emergency attention, I hereby authorize those persons in responsibility to do what they
deem necessary to obtain competent medical attention as soon as possible, and then to contact the undersigned as soon as possible.
Child’s Name
Age
Parent/Guardian’s Name (Please Print)
Grade Level Fall 2016 K through 5
Parent/Guardian’s Email address (Please help us cut down on paper and print carefully)
Parent/Guardian Signature
Street Address
Date
Phone Number(s)
City and State
Zip Code
Emergency Name and Phone Number:
Insurance Company:
Policy Number:
Policy in the Name of:
List Any Allergies:
List Any Special Needs:
Child’s T shirt size: Child MChild LChild XLAdult SOther:_____________
Please enclose $25/child for the VBS. Make checks payable to Infant Jesus of Prague and return with this registration
form by May 20, 2016
Yes, I can help at VBS during the week of June 6-10
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Yes, I would like to purchase the Barnyard Roundup Music CD for $15.
My money is enclosed (checks to IJP). I know I will receive my CD the first day of VBS.
* Volunteers must be Virtus Trained by Archdiocesan regulations. Pat Kahl will provide training if needed.
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First Grade Mock Baptism
The first grade RE students, catechists Karen Whitfield and Terri Babinec,
and Fr. Mike celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism. The first graders played
the roles of parents, godparents and family! Fr. Mike was cast in the role of
“priest”!! It was a great celebration with a reception in the Church Hall after
“Rosey” our baby, was baptized!
Baby Bottle Campaign
IJP Adult Formation
IJP’s annual Baby Bottle Campaign to support life is almost here!
Please pick up an empty baby bottle at the church entrances the
weekend of May 7th-8th and return the filled bottles the
weekend of May 14th-15th.
Donations for the Mother’s Day baby bottle collection will
benefit Aid for Women. Founded in 1978 on the faith and
teachings of the Catholic Church, Aid for Women helps
thousands of women each year in the Chicago metropolitan
area who find themselves facing unexpected and difficult
pregnancies. Each woman is provided with the emotional,
practical and spiritual support she needs to choose life for her
unborn baby and to provide a better future for her and her children. Its
life-affirming services are offered to clients free-of-charge.
Thank you in advance for your solidarity in helping these moms in
need.
Monday, April 25 at 7 PM
He’s Back! Deacon Bill Johnson, a favorite
speaker, is returning to IJP on April 25,
Monday, at 7:00 PM in the Church Hall. His
presentation is entitled, “Why Church?” ALL
ADULTS, TEENS AND JUNIOR HIGH
STUDENTS please join us for an evening of
reflection, humor, and discussion with Deacon
Bill. He truly makes you proud to be
Catholic. Come and be prepared for an
energized night that will bring joy to your
heart, a smile to your face, and great energy to
your faith.
Women of Spirit Book Discussion
Please join us for our next Women of Spirit book discussion, Thursday,
May 26th, at 7:00 PM in the Ministry Center
(convent) Chapel Room. In keeping with the Year of
Mercy theme, we will be discussing "Beautiful
Mercy: Experiencing God's Love So We Can Share
it With Others." It is available on Amazon in several
formats. I will also purchase a few extra copies if
you want to purchase or borrow one from
me. Please contact me at
ritagallagher@rocketmail.com or 957-7761. I hope
you can join us. Rita Gallagher
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Movie Afternoon
Monday, May 16 at 1:30 PM
in the Church Hall
Feature Presentation: By
Popular Demand: Only the
Lonely! Starring: Maureen
O'Hara, John Candy and Ally
Sheedy
Rose (Maureen O'Hara)
dearly loves her adult son, Danny (John
Candy) -- but when Danny meets Theresa
(Ally Sheedy) and falls deeply in love, Ruth
feels threatened. Desperate not to lose her son
to the shy young lady. Join us for this
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED COMEDY!
IJP Blood Drive May 8
On Sunday, May 8th IJP
will host the Heartland
Blood drive from 8:20 am
to 12:40 pm in the school
cafeteria.
Please join us and help
save someone’s life!
IJP School Advisory Board
IJP’s School Advisory Board is looking for a
few individuals to help contribute to the success and mission of the school. Any parishioner or parent of a child at IJP is invited to send
in a paragraph or two about their background
and why they would like to serve on the advisory board.
We are particularly looking for people with a
background in marketing, finance, or development, although all skills are welcome. Generally, board members serve for a three-year
term, although we can be flexible.
Please send any applications or questions to
Matt Lamb at matlamb17@gmail.com or call
(708) 917-3909.
Interested applicants are invited to attend the
next School Advisory Board meeting at 7 P.M.
on Monday, May 16 in the school library.
WELCOME!
To Our Newest Members
Zoe Darvive, Myya McEwen and Michael
Karner were baptized April 10 by Fr. Mike.
What a great celebration for all our families!
AOC Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass
The Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday,
September 18, 2016, at 2:45 PM, at Holy Name Cathedral, 735 North
State Street, Chicago, Illinois. Couples married in 1966 interested in
attending this celebration should contact their parish to register. For
further information, call the Marriage and Family Ministries Office at
312.534.8351 or visit the website: marriageandfamilyministries.org.
The next luncheon for the VIP Seniors will be
Thursday – May 12, 2016
We will begin to gather at 12 noon
at Aurelio’s Pizza in Homewood
(doors do not open till 11:30 a.m.)
Lunch will be $10.00
Reservations must be made by May 9th
Please call the parish office at 799-5400.
We hope you can join us for the last luncheon of the year!
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Catholic Charities
Mother’s Day Collection
Bridge Marathon Luncheon
I was ill and you cared for me . . .
Devastated doesn’t even begin to describe the
feelings of parents who lose a child to gun violence.
Catholic Charities counsels those experiencing
trauma or loss. We have
support groups to help
those who struggle with
substance abuse or live
with AIDS. Seniors
discharged from the
hospital get special care
to remain home on the path to healing.
Give to Catholic Charities on Mother’s Day to keep
people healthy in body, mind, and spirit. Learn
more at www.catholiccharities.net.
The IJP Bridge Marathon Spring Luncheon will be Thursday,
May 19 at Olympia Fields Country Club at noon. Guests are
welcome. Price is $25. Please make your prepaid reservations
before May 10 to Mary Benton 708-957-4513.
H-F Park District 55+ Programs.
Join us for a relaxing cup of tea, pleasant music, and warm conversation with friends. We will be sampling several teas as we
enjoy savory bites and sweet treats catered by Wiley's
Grill. Bring your favorite tea cup or mug and share its special
story. Event includes door prizes. Flute and piano selections performed by Tri-L-Co Music. Thursday, April 28, 2-4 p.m. at the
Irwin Community Center, Ridge Road & Highland, Homewood. Please register by Noon of April 25 either at the Community Center or by phone 708-957-7275. Fee: $10 R / $15
NR. Sponsored by Waterford Estates, Hazel Crest.
Congratulations to the following 2016 5K
Trek for Tech participants for finishing first in the
following categories:
Makenzie Russell—Girls 12 & Under (16th overall)
Luke Klupchak—Boys 12 & Under (8th overall)
Kylie Williams—Female 13 to 19 (82nd overall)
Dominic Cutrara—Male 13 to 19 (5th overall)
Allison Foster—Female 20 to 39 (2nd overall)
Phil Huckleberry—Male 20 to 39 (3rd overall)
Michelle Nelson—Female 40 to 59 (1st overall)
Paul Fields—Male 40 to 59 (4th overall)
Fran Grund—Female 60 & Over (30th overall)
In addition, four of the top ten overall finishers were
IJP students: Dominic Cutrara (5th), Duffy Karstrom
(6th), Luke Klupchak (8th), Calahan Smith (9th)
Thank You to everyone who came out to support and participate in IJP’s 3rd
Annual 5K Trek for Tech. Despite the cold temperature, the event was a great
success! A special thanks to all of our generous sponsors listed below.
Aurelio's Pizza/Homewood
Bimba Manufacturing Co.
Richard Ceragioli, MD
Dino's Food & Liquor/The Faso Family
Lisa Grant Orthodontics
The Hart Wellness Center
Michael G. Hoffman, DDS
Leadership Training Program
Marian Catholic High School
Pasquinelli Family Foundation
Pediatric Dental Specialty Associates
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Proven Business Systems
Running for Kicks
Runonymous
Southland Smiles
Valentino's for Men
Walt's Food Centers
Werning Maintenance
Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido
Academy
William Zalewski
Recycle Palooza
Please mark your calendars for the First Annual RECYCLEpalooza
event to be held at Parker Junior High in Flossmoor. The event
is Saturday, May 14 from 10am – 1pm. Items
collected include are bikes, pop tabs, plastic
bags & wrap, cell phones, ink jets, magazines,
clothes, eye glasses, American Flags, hotel
shampoos & soaps, reusable bags, sporting
goods (gently used) and electronics ($20 additional fee per TV).
Proudly sponsored by SD 161 Green Teams, HF Green Team, Village
of Flossmoor Green Committee and Homewood Disposal.
Semi-Retired? Retired?
Open the Doors of Your Heart
The Ignatian Volunteer Corps may be for You! Members of this Jesuit
service program volunteer in poor and marginalized communities 2
days per week (Sept-June), grow deeper in their Christian faith by reflecting and praying in the
Ignatian tradition, and
meet monthly with other
IVC members and a spiritual reflector. IVC members serve as tutors, employment counselors, food pantry volunteers, companions to the elderly, and more! Detailed information is online at www.ivcusa.org/
chicago.
Join us for an information session Tuesday, May 10 at 2pm in the
Convent Meeting Room here at Infant Jesus of Prague to learn more
and meet current IVC volunteers. Please RSVP to Jacqueline Fitzgerald at 312-961-6206 or jfitzgerald@ivcusa.org.
New Parishioner Registration
Are you new to the area and wish to join a
parish in which you may celebrate your
faith? Are you returning to IJP after some
time away and want to renew your
connection? Have been attending Mass here
for a while and look to officially become part
of the community?
The people of Infant Jesus of Prague are here
to welcome you. New Parishioner Registration
will take place on Sunday, April 24th, at
10:30AM in our Church Hall. Come talk with
one of our friendly volunteers so that we may
learn a little bit about you as well as answer
your questions about IJP. We are happy you
are here and look forward to meeting you.
Kiwanis French Toast Day
Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Chicago
Heights. Saturday, April 30, 7:00 am—11:00
AM at Carol Lorenzetti’s, 560 W 14th Street,
Chicago Heights. ALL YOU CAN EAT $6.00
per person; Children 5 and under FREE.
THE WOMEN OF INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE PARISH
AND THEIR GUESTS
Are cordially invited to attend the 4th annual tea:
“Our Lady’s Tea”
Saturday April 30, 2016
2:00 - 4:30 pm in the Church Hall
Guest Speaker: Kathleen Littleton, J.D. M.T.S.
will present
“The Mystique of Womanhood: Our Capacity for the Other”
Please bring your favorite tea cup
and a little dessert or snack to share with all.
Kindly RSVP by April 25, 2016 to
Maria McIntyre maria_mcintyre@ameritech.net
267-8856, Mary Lou Chiappori 798-9165
or Carolyn Casson ccasson0729@icloud.com
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M ASS I NTENTIONS
M INISTRY S CHEDULE
Monday
8:30 AM
April 25
Rich Nacius
Tuesday
8:30 AM
April 25
Marilyn Slavin
Phil Costello
Sat 5:00 PM on Sat 04/30/2016
Lector: Nadine Kelly
Eucharistic Min: Mary Meyer, Fritz Meyer, Susan
Vorwerk, Maddie Kelly, Teri Maloney
Altar Server: Amelia Wachtel, Calahan Smith, Clare
Smith
Wednesday
9:00 AM
April 27
Phil VonBronk
Thursday
8:30 AM
April 28
Elsie Pascale
Anne Fitton
Eleanor Richard
Friday
8:30 AM
April 29
Daniel Frank Bajic, Sr.
Saturday
8:30 AM
5:00 PM
April 30
Mary Kay Brooks
Mary & Walter Barry
Joseph Miceice
Sunday
7:30 AM
9:30 AM
May 1
Rich Nacius
Walter Barry
Ralph Gilbert
Doug Rozek
Rose Pagoria
11:30 AM
5:00 PM
P LEASE P RAY F OR T HE S ICK
Dorothy Wolfe, Joe Piunti, Molly Stepansky,
Louis Chermak, Grace Marchigiani, Harriet Carlson,
Louis Lee, Margie Henderson, Marzella Howard,
Bill Miller, Leora Burke, Adrianna DeLuca,
Mary Anita Repel, Jackie Grella, Ron Haney,
Richard Carlson, Judy Mason, Thomas Cook, Sr.
I N M EMORIAM
Please remember in your prayers the faithful
departed of Infant Jesus of Prague Parish especially
Lena Pierandozzi (mother of Karen Mantoan)
Geraldine O’Neill (wife of Robert)
Charlie Mills (brother in law of Carol Swanson)
III. Matthew De Prezio & Anna Sinwelski
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Sun 7:30 AM on Sun 05/01/2016
Lector: Jeffrey Quinn
Eucharistic Min: Karen Kristofik, Sandy Inniss,
Carolyn Casson, Paul Johnsen, Karen Olson
Altar Server: Duffy Karstrom, Ashley White, Blayr
Young
Sun 9:30 AM on Sun 05/01/2016
Lector: Joe Hanley
Eucharistic Min: Mary Gregorie, Tom Vargo, Brian
Quirke, Darlene Fernandez Draus, Kristy Mardis
Altar Server: Katelyn Nottke, Frank Piunti, Kieran
Hanley
Sun 11:30 AM on Sun 05/01/2016
Lector: Christian Akiwowo
Eucharistic Min: Elizabeth Scott, Thomas Whitfield,
William Brunner, Sue Brunner, Amy Pellettiere
Altar Server: Jacinta Ndubusis-Obi, Ryan Swanson,
Madeline Swanson
Sun 5:00 PM on Sun 05/01/2016
Lector: Leslie Dudley
Eucharistic Min: Claudia Bliese, Jennifer Hathcock,
Abigail Freeman, Beth Maclin, Leslie Newhuis
Altar Server: Aubrey Mandichak, Mikal Mandichak,
Carter Maclin
Celebrant Schedule April 30 & May 1
Saturday 5:00 PM — Fr. Aristil
Sunday 7:30 AM — Fr. Aristil
Sunday 9:30 AM — Fr. Aristil
Sunday 11:30 AM — Fr. Nacius
Sunday 5:00 PM
— Fr. Nacius
In the Gospel today, Jesus says “I give you a new
commandment: love one another … this is how all
will know that you are my disciples, if
you have love for one another.” In
the month of April, through your gifts,
the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
brought the love and care of Jesus to the
poor by providing help with food,
utilities, rent and other bills. God Bless You! We can
be contacted at 708-799-5200, x350.
C ALENDAR OF E VENTS
Monday, April 25, 2016
Eucharistic Adoration in Church (9 AM - 7 PM)
School Yearbook in PLC Library (3 PM - 4 PM)
Cheerleader in Gym (3:15 PM - 4:30 PM)
Deacon Bill Johnson Speaker in Ch Hall N (7 PM)
Monday Eve Prayer Group in Church (7 PM - 9:45
PM)
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
PADS Ends
School Band in Gym (3 PM - 3:45 PM)
School Choir Practice in Church (3 PM - 4 PM)
PADS in Church Hall (3:30 PM - 7 AM)
Glory Singers in Church (7:30 PM - 9 PM)
TTWCI in Ministry Center Chapel (7:30 PM - 8:30
PM)
V ICARIATE VI I NFORMATION
Episcopal Vicar
Most Rev. Joseph N. Perry
(708)339-2474
FAX (708)339–2477
Deanery VI-D
Rev. Michael A. Nacius, Dean
1131 Douglas Avenue
Flossmoor, IL 60422
IJP Parish Finance Council IJPFinance@ijpparish.org
IJP Parish Pastoral Council PPC@ijpparish.org
O UR A RMED F ORCES
One in prayer with our loved ones in the military:
Jeffrey A. Smith, Captain, U.S. Army
Gabriel Becker, Sergeant U.S. Army
Gregory Owens, MA3, U.S. Navy
Lt. Colonel David Kuenzlie, U.S. Air Force
Justin W. Wiscons, Petty Officer - U.S. Navy
David Bramlette, Sergeant, U.S. Army
Lance Corporal David High, U.S. Marines
Nick Giovannetti, U.S. Coast Guard
Michael T. Becker, Senior Airman, USAF
John Ryan, Captain, Air Corps
Mark Ryan, First LT. U.S. Marines
Timothy Mullen, LT, U.S. Coast Guard
Alex Case PV2 U.S. Army
Christopher Rodriguez, Captain, U.S. Army
Trevor Cummins, Private, U.S. Army
Lance Corporal Jeff Foertsch, U.S. Marines
Sergeant Jake Bustos, U.S. Army
Staff Sergeant Bill Senew, U.S. Marines
Scott F. Wiscons, Seaman - U.S. Navy
Ryan F. Danielian, Private, U.S. Army
Joshua S. Mitchell, Specialist U.S. Army
Airman Joseph E. Swanson, U.S. Navy
DC2 Alexander M Bednarek, U.S. Navy
James Becker, Lance Corporal, U.S. Marines
David Rebec, SSG, U.S. Army
Airman First Class, MacArthur Engstrand, USAF
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
All School Mass in Church (9 AM - 10 AM)
RE Classes in School (5:15 PM - 6:30 PM)
Cheerleader in Gym (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM)
Open Hearts, Minds, Doors in PLC Library (7 PM 9 PM)
IJP Choir in Church Hall (7 PM - 9 PM)
Cheerleader in Cafeteria (7:30 PM - 8 PM)
Thursday, April 28, 2016
C Kelly Class in Ch Hall N (10 AM - 3 PM)
School Choir Practice in Church (3 PM - 4 PM)
Friday, April 29, 2016
Cleaning in Church, Ch Hall (10 AM - 3:30 PM)
Ladies Tea Setup in Church Hall N (2 - 4:30 PM)
Saturday, April 30, 2016
We pray for those in
the military or the
support forces
overseas. May the
peace of God’s
presence and our
concern for them
give them strength,
and may they
return in safety.
Ladies Spring Tea in Church Hall (2 - 4:30 PM)
Wedding in Church (3 PM - 4 PM)
Celebration Singers in Church (4 PM - 5 PM)
Girl Scouts in Ch Hall N (6:15 PM - 7:45 PM)
Sunday, May 01, 2016
IJP Choir in Church Hall (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM)
RCIC in Church Hall N (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)
Baptism in Church (12:45 PM - 1:15 PM)
IJP Prayer Group invites you to
Healing Service & Mass
Monday, May 2 at 7:30 PM
And EVERY FIRST Monday at
7:30 PM of EVERY month.
Mass and Prayer Meeting all
other Monday evenings at
7:30 PM.
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The Catholic Faith Community of
Infant Jesus of Prague
Flossmoor Road & Leavitt Avenue
Flossmoor, Illinois
IJP Parish Office
Office of Religious Education
Masses
1131 Douglas Avenue
Flossmoor, IL 60422
Phone (708) 799-5400
Fax (708) 799-5462
1131 Douglas Avenue
Flossmoor, IL 60422
(708) 799-4550
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM
Sunday 5 PM * from Sunday after
Labor Day to the Sunday before
Memorial Day*
Monday-Saturday: 8:30 AM
(Wednesday Mass is 9:00 AM during
the school year)
Pastor
Fr. Michael Nacius x207
mnacius@ijpparish.org
Associate Pastor
Fr. Edmond Aristil x204
earistil@ijpparish.org
Parish Finance Council
IJPFinance@ijpparish.org
Parish Business Manager
Donna Kay x211
dkay@ijpparish.org
Plant Manager
Mike Chapman x254
mchapman@ijpparish.org
Director of Music and Worship
Dr. Iris Zahara x212
Parish Administrative Assistant
Pat Garrity x201
pgarrity@ijpparish.org
Office of Pastoral Care
Fr. Edmond Aristil
(708) 799-5400 x 204
earistil@ijpparish.org
Parish Pastoral Council
Contact: PPC@ijpparish.org
Parish Registration
Please call the Parish Office 7995400 for registration information.
Please see The Campanile for special
registration times each month.
In order to register in the parish at
least one adult in the household must
be Catholic.
Director Religious Education
Pat Kahl, x 221
pkahl@ijpparish.org
RE Administrative Assistant
Jeannie DiLuia , x215
RE@ijpparish.org
Sacraments
Youth Ministry Coordinator
Trish Ladner x220
tladner@ijpparish.org
Baptism: Baptisms are scheduled
on the first three Sundays of the
month at 12:45 PM. Please call the
Parish Office at 799-5400. Parents
must be registered parishioners and
attend a baptismal preparation class.
IJP School
1101 Douglas Avenue
Flossmoor, IL 60422
(708) 799-5200 x0
Fax (708) 799-5293
Principal
Natalie Formica
nformica@ijpschool.org
Registrar
Peggy Dull x244
pdull@ijpschool.org
Bulletin Submissions
Articles are due by 10 AM on Fridays
(8 days prior to publication date).
Electronic submissions preferred,
e-mail bulletin@ijpparish.org
Please include “bulletin” in the e-mail
subject line. Questions? Call Pat at
708-799-5400. Please patronize the
businesses who advertise in our bulletin. Without their help we would not
have this bulletin! If you would like a
name included in our military pray for
list email: bulletin@ijpparish.org or call
the Parish Office at 799-5400.
Reconciliation: Saturday 4:00 to
4:30 PM
Marriage: Arrangements are to be
made through one of the priests at
least six months prior to your wedding date. A Marriage Preparation
Program is a requirement of the
Archdiocese of Chicago.
Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults (RCIA): For unbaptized
persons or baptized persons interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and the process of becoming
a Catholic. Please call the Parish
Office at 799-5400.
Sick Calls: Call the Parish Office
(799-5400 x 204) to arrange for a
hospital visit or for Communion to the
sick or homebound. In an emergency
call the Parish Office 799-5400 at
any time.
Accessibility: Assistive listening
devices are available for parishioners
who have difficulty hearing during
liturgies. Contact Joanne Meyer of
the Open Hearts/Minds/Doors
Committee at (708) 922-9455.
IJP Mission Statement
The mission of Infant Jesus of Prague Parish, centered in the Eucharistic Celebration of Jesus Christ our Lord, is to
nourish the spiritual growth and to enrich the sacramental life of our parishioners so that we can live and witness the
Gospel message of faith, hope, reconciliation and love.