St. Andrew the Apostle - Saint Andrew the Apostle

St. Andrew the Apostle
Catholic Community
First Sunday of Advent—November 30, 2014
Our Parish Mission
Statement
St. Andrew the Apostle is a
community seeking both to
celebrate and struggle with
Jesus’ proclamation of the
Reign of God in our Catholic
Tradition in a new
millennium. We are a
willingly diverse people
sharing a common call to live
a challenging, evangelical
faith in the world.
To be about this mission
as stewards of God’s grace
we build ministries spanning
our life cycle which supports
common life, prayer,
learning, health and
outreach in service among
individuals, families,
small communities,
our entire parish community,
and the wider world.
St. Juan Diego
and the miraculous tilma
of Our Lady of Guadalupe
NOVENA
December 3rd — 12th
Apparitions
December 9-12, 1531
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Saturday
4:00 pm and 5:30 pm (English)
Sunday
7:30 am (English)
8:45 am En Español - Iglesia
9:00 am (English) - Hall
10:30 am (English) - Church
10:30 am (po Polsku) - Hall
12:00 noon (po Polsku)-Church
12:00 noon (English) - Hall
Weekdays
7:30 am (M, T,Th, F)
7:00am & 8:00am (Wed.)
8:00 am (Sat.)
Reconciliation
Saturdays 3:00 — 3:50 pm
Wednesdays 5:45—6:45 pm with Adoration
Seasonal Services and by appointment.
Website: www.andrewcc.org
PARISH OFFICES
530 Glen, Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-4165, Fax (815) 886-6119
Email: office@andrewcc.org
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am—4:30pm
St. Andrew School
505 Kingston, Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-5953, Fax (815) 293-2016
St. Andrew Faith Formation
505 Kingston, Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-5962, Fax (815) 886-6624
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Mass Intentions
SATURDAY, November 29
4:00 PM—James Kelly & Roseann Berndt by Jeannette Kelly
5:30 PM—Lillian Kwasny by Family
THIS WEEK
SUNDAY, November 30
Is 63: 16b-17, 19b, 64: 2-7; 1 Cor 1: 3-9, Mk 13: 33-37
7:30 AM—Parish Family
8:45 AM—Rodualdo Abigail Barajas Sra. Ismelda Barajas
9:00 AM—Robert Shields by wife, Lois
10:30 AM—(E-Ch) Loretta Bergmann by Richard Bergmann
10:30 AM—(P-Hall) Intention of Celebrant
12:00 PM—(P-Ch) Intention of Celebrant
12:00 PM—(E-Hall) Rosemary Cramer by Janet Phad
Monday, December 1
Festival of Faith, 6pm - Church, Hall
Prayer Vigil Charismatic Group, 6:30pm-St.Mary Cntr.(B)
Hispanic Choir Rehearsal, 6:30pm - Rm 102
MONDAY, December 1
7:30 AM—Pat Bolster by Gary & Deb Eischen
TUESDAY, Dedcember 2
7:30 AM—Lillian Kwasny by Family
WEDNESDAY, December 3
7:00 AM—In Thanksgiving of Stephen by Dad
8:00 AM—Lucille Arbet & Family by Lenore Repel
THURSDAY, December 4
7:30 AM—Kathleen Flanigan by Helen Kocemba
FRIDAY, December 5 (First Friday)
7:30 AM—Anne Hutchinson
7:30 PM—Intention of Celebrant
SATURDAY, December 6
8:00 AM—Marie Peterek, Barbara Herzog, Martha Vlcek,
Dee Reeder by CCW
4:00 PM—Donna Kamradt by Frank Kamradt
5:30 PM—Lillian Kwasny by Family
SUNDAY, December 7
Is 40: 1-5, 9-11; 2 Pt 3: 8-14; Mk 1: 1-8
7:30 AM—Vivian Janowiak by Family
8:45 AM—Sr. Ignacio Rodríguez by Sra. Sr. Moisés y Lolita
Rodríguez
Rodualdo Abigail Barajas by Sra. Ismelda Barajas
Sr. Sebastian Correa by Sra. Josefina Correa
9:00 AM—Tony & Helen Vodar by Ron & Judy
10:30 AM—(E-Ch) Loretta Bergmann by Richard Bergmann
10:30 AM—(P-Hall) Intention of Celebrant
12:00 PM—(P-Ch) Intention of Celebrant
12:00 PM—(E-Hall) Josephine Spalla by Spalla Family
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Is 2:1-5; Ps 122:1-9; Mt 8:5-11
Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Lk 10:21-24
Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Mt 15:29-37
Is 26:1-6; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a;
Mt 7:21, 24-27
Is 29:17-24; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Mt 9:27-31
Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Ps 147:1-6;
Mt 9:35 — 10:1, 5a, 6-8
Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 85:9-14; 2 Pt 3:8-14; Mk 1:1-8
Tuesday, December 2
Festival of Faith, 6pm - Church, Hall
Cursillo Meeting, 6:30pm - Office
Hispanic Prayer Group Choir, 7pm - St. Mary Cntr (F)
Rosary, 7pm - Francis Room
Wednesday, December 3
Food Pantry, 10am-12:30pm
Faculty Meeting, 2;45pm - Rm 105
Youth Group, 5pm - Catacombs
Adoration, 5:30-7:00pm - Church
OLG Novena, 6:30pm - Church
Amigos de Jesus Coro, 6:30pm - Rm 102
Charismatic Group (Jesus es la Roca), 7pm - Church
Ultreya Small Group, 7pm - Teachers’ Lounge
Voces para Dios, 7pm - Rm 100
Baptism Class, 7:30pm - Hall
AA Meeting, 7:30pm - St. Mary Cntr. (B)
Thursday, December 4
Rehearsal-School Play, 2:30pm - Hall
Children’s Choir, 4:30pm - Church
OLG Novena, 6:30pm - Church
Charismatic Group, 7pm - St. Mary Cntr.(B)
Adult Choir, 7pm - Rm 102
Friday, December 5 (First Friday)
Adoration, 8am-2pm - Church
OLG Novena, 6:30pm - Church
Baptism Prep (Sp), 7pm - Rm 105
Mass (P), 7:30pm - Church
Adoration, 8:30-10:30pm - Church
Teen Adoration, 9pm - Church
Saturday, December 6
Practice-Filipino Group, 3pm - Hall
OLG Novena, 6:30pm - Church
Sunday, December 7
Small Ultreya, 10am - St. Mary Cntr. (B)
RCIA, 10:30am - Conference Rm A
Baptisms (Sp), 1:30pm - Church,
Our Lady of Guadalupe Practice, 3:30pm - Church
OLG Novena, 6:30pm - Church
Confirmation Movie, 6:30pm - Hall
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Rev. Gregor Gorsic, Pastor
(815) 886-4165 ext. 317
My dear family of St. Andrew the Apostle!
As we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent, the beginning of the new Church Year, we also
celebrate the Feast Day of our Parish Patron Saint, St. Andrew the Apostle (November 30th). After
decades and centuries of preparation, St. Andrew first heard the call from Jesus of Nazareth to come
and follow Him. St. Andrew eventually recognized that Jesus is the Messiah, the Christ, the
Anointed One, our King.
A fisherman from Bethsaida, a Galilean town, Andrew (a Greek name meaning “manly”)
was a devout, zealous disciple of John, the Baptist. One day, Jesus came from Galilee to the River
Jordan to be baptized by John. Andrew was overwhelmed when John, upon seeing Jesus, proclaimed, “Behold the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.” His conversion to Jesus
was spontaneous and immediate. He hurried home to his brother, Peter, to share his discovery that
“We have found the Messiah.” Andrew is considered the “first-called” apostle. It was he who found the boy with the
fives loaves and two fishes right before the miraculous feeding of the 5,000. Andrew was crucified and died on an Xshaped cross. He is a Patron Saint of Scotland, Greece, Russia, fishermen and sailors.
We all celebrate in a great chorus of thanksgiving for all the gifts, blessings, and graces bestowed on the people
of St. Andrew now for 55 years! Its success is due to the generous contributions of all the people who helped strengthen
and energized the parish: founding parishioners, current members, new arrivals, priests and deacons, parish organizations, faithful employees and unselfish volunteers. These people, with God’s favor and concern, forged the growth and
accomplishments of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish into a living, vibrant community of faith.
Let us continue to be like our patron St. Andrew in this way: to lead others to Jesus. By our words and example, we are called to draw people ever closer to Jesus, to prepare for the coming of Jesus again in our world and in people’s hearts. That is what it means to “evangelize,” to spread the joyful Good News that Jesus is here, and He is coming!
In Jesus, the One who will come again in glory with St. Andrew and all the saints, Fr. Gregor
Simbang Gabi Mass
will be celebrated this year at 5:30 pm Saturday evening Mass, December 13, 2014
Simbang Gabi literally means “evening or night mass.” In practice, it refers to the Philippine Catholic tradition
of celebrating a “novena”, a series of nine Advent evening masses from Dec. 15 through Dec. 23, leading to Christmas Day. (In the Philippines, the dates are from Dec. 16-24 since Simbang Gabi is held in the early morning.)
The Simbang Gabi originated from the Missa Aurea (Golden mass or Angel’s mass) tradition, introduced to
the Philippines by the Spanish friars at the start of the Catholic evangelization of the islands. In 1587, Friar Diego
Soria petitioned Pope Sixtus V for permission to celebrate these Masses outdoors due to such massive crowds coming to worship. The request was granted through a rescript, and in the 17th century, the Simbang Gabi or Misa de
Gallo or Misa de Aguinaldo - as the practice is variously referred to by the Catholic populace in the Philippines became a permanent fixture in the Philippine Catholic religious traditions.
Originally (and still observed in most places in the Philippines), the Simbang Gabi Masses were held at the
crack of dawn - at 4:00 or 5:00 am, when the roosters crowed to announce the dawn of a new day, hence the name,
Misa de Gallo (gallo=rooster), and when families of farmers and fishermen began or ended their day. Farmers began working in their fields early to avoid the intense heat, while the fishermen who spent all night at sea came
home early to sell their catch. So, at the first sound of dawn, the local bands started playing traditional carols all
over town and church bells pealed to summon everyone for the Simbang Gabi. Families would walk to the church
passing by homes with lighted parol or lanterns fashioned out of bamboo and colored paper. In the darkness of the
night, we sing with joyful longing for the coming of the Savior, the Light of the world. In the deadly darkness of
sin, we hope eagerly for the coming of the Savior, the Life of the world. In Simbang Gabi, we join Mary and Joseph, all other saints, prophets, and the Christian faithful throughout history in joyfully welcoming the Savior who
is the Light and the Life of the world.
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The Society of St. Vincent DePaul
St. Andrew the Apostle Conference
…neighbor helping neighbor...
Our helpline 815-886-4165 ext. 304
All calls are confidential with callbacks within 24 hours.
Advent symbolizes our human condition. We rejoice in what we have.
We yearn for what we think we need. Even nature conspires during
Advent time to make us feel our human incompleteness.
As the darkness of winter descends, we long for the light. As cold numbs us, we yearn for the warmth.
Jesus’ words urge us to “Be watchful! Be alert.”
Advent is a time to be hopeful, joyful, and to prepare ourselves for the warmth of God’s love.
It is a chance to make the real meaning of Christmas come alive in our hearts, in our families
and to reach out to all in need.
If you or someone you know, needs assistance please call our helpline 815-886-4165 ext. 304.
Our conference brings aid to our neighbors in need.
Remember these men and women in
your daily prayers . . .
Priests, Deacons, Seminarians and Women &
Men Religious of the Diocese of Joliet
NOVEMBER
30 Max Behna (Seminarian)
DECEMBER
1 Dcns. Paul Schneider, Thomas Schroeder, Carl
Schaumacher, Ronald Searles, John Sebastian
2 Frs. Thomas Milota & David Mowry
3 Frs. Gabriel Baltes, Joseph Chang, Thomas Chisholm,
Odilio Crkva, Julian Von Duerbeck, James Flint OSB
4 All Men & Women in Formation
5 Srs. Marlene Gelmer, Luanne Wilhelm SLW, Joan
Shields, Adrienne Weseman SNDdeN
6 Abbot Dismas Kalcic OSB
November 22 & 23
Figures will be in a future bulletin.
Diocesan Debt Report
St. Andrew’s owes the Diocese
$183,267.60 (as of 1/9/13)
52,678.07 (envelopes counted as of 11/13/14)
25.00 (envelopes counted 11/17/14)
$130,564.53
CPR / AED TRAINING
(An AHA HS CPR/AED Provider Course)
The next training session for learning adult/child
CPR/AED is being offered on Monday, January 26,
2015. The session will run from 6:00 - 10:00 pm in
room 110. Ken Searcy, RN, a St. Andrew
parishioner, will be the trainer for this session. If
anyone is interested, please contact the office at 815886-4165, ext. 301 to reserve a space. There is no
cost for this nonhealthcare provider class.
PRAYERS OF THE PARISH
Joseph, & Michael Ochoa, Bill Nelson, James
Dean Johnson, Mstr. Sg. Jose Sanchez, Kyle
Tranchitello, Michael Cavoto, Matthew Domek,
Humberto Zermeño, Christopher Durkovic, Joshua
Plucinski, Kurt Warkenthien, Cpl. Stephen M. Hornbeck,
HN James M. Chavez, 2nd Lt. Alexander Nuxoll and all
our men and women in the military.
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School News
One hundred percent of your tax deductible contribution
goes directly to fund the educational needs of children. We
hope you keep KMSF in your plans this year as you think
about your charitable giving.
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Ks. Sebastian Gargol
Wikariusz Parafialny
(815) 886-4165 ext. 311
email: assocpastor@andrewcc.org
sprawy urzędowe po
wcześniejszym ustaleniu spotkania
Marta Wysocki
Koordynator Polskiego Duszpasterstwa
(815) 886-4165 ext. 307
email: polish@andrewcc.org
Godziny pracy: Wtorki i Środy
od 9 a.m do 2:30 p.m.
Ks. Sebastian Gargol
Marta Wysocki
PIERWSZA NIEDZIELA ADWENTU
Marta Wyocki
Zaznacz kalendarz
Grudzień 7– Niedziela gościnności sponsorowana przez duszpasterstwo polskie
Grudzień 5– Msza Pierwszo piątkowa o godzinie 19.00
Grudzień 8– Uroczystość Niepokalanego Poczęcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
Msza św. wielo języczna w kościele o godzinie 19.00
Grudzień 20– Spowiedź w języku polskim o godzinie 19:00
Grudzień 21– Msza Rodzinna/ Kawiarenka
Pierwsza świeca
symbolizuje
przebaczenie
grzechu
nieposłuszeństwa
Chrzest jest narodzeniem
do nowego życia w Chrystusie!
Witamy nowego członka parafii
Św. Andrzeja Apostoła
Nikodem Draus
NIEDZIELA GOŚCINNOŚCI
Pierwsza niedziela w grudniu jest
niedzielą gościnności
organizowaną przez polską wspólnotę.
Czas wyciągnąć fartuszki i blaszki
podciągnąć rękawy i upiec coś
dobrego!
Prosimy o dostarczanie wypieków do
kuchni 6 grudnia po południu z
podpisem „ Polish Ministry”
Jeżeli chcesz pomóc w dniu gościnności
proszę dzwonić do Marty Wysockiej
- Z GÓRY WIELKIE DZIĘKI!
Msza pierwszo piątkowa
5-go grudnia
odbędzie się o godzinie
19:00 wieczorem
Spowiedź o 18:00
ODPUST I ZABAWA ANDRZEJKOWA
Dziękujemy wszystkim którzy uczestniczyli
w Odpuście oraz naszej zabawie
Andrzejkowej.
Serdeczne podziękowania dla wszystkich
sponsorów oraz wolontariuszy którzy brali
udział w organizacji tych
uroczystości.
Nie były by one możliwe bez was !!!
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ALL ARE WELCOME TO ST. ANDREW FESTIVAL OF FAITH!
Sunday, Nov. 30th 4:00 PM
“The Spoon Man”.
A musical comedian who brings Blue Grass, Big Band, Rock ‘n Roll, Rap,
along with a lot of humor, to experience this Advent Season.
Monday, Dec. 1st 6:00-7:00 PM
“The Gift of the Magi and the Story of the Wise Men”
A beautiful movie explaining the journey of the often misunderstood trio.
Tuesday, Dec. 2nd 6:00-7:00 PM
“Christmas Grace”
An Advent journey of music and prayer as we celebrate the birth of our
Savior. Presented by St. Andrew Adult English Choir.
All three presentations are in the church.
Festival of Faith
WATCH!
“Watch!” This word occurs three times in today’s
Gospel passage. Moreover, it is placed at significant
points: the beginning, the center, and the end.
Though this is technically a parable, it is quite short
(four verses). The threefold repetition of “watch”
leaves no doubt as to what the story is about.
We often think of Advent as a time of waiting,
but it truly is a season of watchfulness, a very active
form of waiting for the coming Day of the Lord. It is
that day, more than Christmas day, that the Christian
community faithfully expects, using all of our gifts
and talents for this purpose, as Paul reminds us in the
Letter to the Corinthians. When we use these gifts in
faithful watching and expectation, we become like
the servants of the parable, set to their tasks, not
waiting around idly, but engaged in the master’s
work until his return. May our Advent be a time
when we return or rededicate our lives and our communities to this work—the active and diligent faithfulness that the Lord will expect to find.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
COULD YOU NOT WATCH
ONE HOUR WITH ME?
FIRST FRIDAY
December 5, 2014
Eucharistic Adoration on Friday, December 5th, will
begin after the 7:30am Mass and end with
Benediction at 2:00pm.
If you are able to commit to one hour a month to
adore our Lord in the Holy Eucharist, please call
Mary Ann at 815-372-0223 to choose a time
(between 8:00am and 2:00pm) and insure that our
Lord will not be left alone at any time.
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St. Andrew the Apostle Faith Formation
(815) 886-5962
Fax (815) 886-6624
Mary Tibble, Director of Faith Formation, ext. 503
ALL ARE WELCOME ALL THE TIME: WE NEVER CLOSE!!
The Diocese of Joliet and our St. Andrew the Apostle family extend an invitation to all families to join us in
our monthly sessions of "Generations of Faith." This is a wonderful opportunity for your family to continue to
grow in love and understanding of Jesus Christ. Join the hundreds of others who journey together in Faith.
Confirmation Candidate Reminders:
Festival of Faith, November 30th, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Adoration, December 5th, 9-10 pm/enter thru Church
doors please.
Protecting God’s Children
The next Protecting God’s Children class being
taught in English at St. Andrew the Apostle:
Saturday, January 10, 2015
12:00-3:00 p.m.
(Each class holds 50 people...no more)
Faith Formation Office hours: First three Sundays from
9 a.m until Noon. Contact us ffoffice@andrewcc.org or
To register, please do so online at www.virtus.org
call 815-886-5962 ex. 501.
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CHRISTMAS DINNER
AT WHITE FENCE FARM
Money is due now for the December 3rd Christmas
dinner/show at White Fence Farm.
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30, de Noviembre de 2014
(815) 886-4165 Ext. 312 Hispanic@andrewcc.org
EL HORARIO DE LA NOVENA Y FIESTA DE LA
VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE Y LA POSADA EN
DICIEMBRE.
En una semana vamos a empezar la novena de Nuestra Virgen de Guadalupe del 3 de diciembre hasta el día 11, todos los días a las 6:30 PM con
excepción del día 7, de diciembre el horario es a las 7:00 PM. Con el padre Jorge Alberto Dueñas Meza de México. El 12 celebraremos su fiesta
a las 5:30 AM con las mañanitas. Después a las 6:00 PM la obra de teatro
“Las 4 apariciones a Juan Diego” a las 7:00 PM la misa y después habrá
una convivencia con pan dulce y champurrado.
LA POSADA Y NOCHE BUENA
Los días 16, 18, 21, 22, 23, de Diciembre , vamos tener en el salón del
gimnasio de 7:00 PM a 10:00 PM las posadas navideñas. Solamente los días 17, 19, y 20 de diciembre las posadas se celebraran en algunas casa de familia. Vengan y celebre con su familia e
hijos las posadas. Para mas información hablar con la Sra. Llanet Granados.
LA MISA DE NOCHE BUENA
24, de Diciembre de 2014
ES A LAS 6:00 PM.
Bautismo
Adoración Nocturna
La aplicación Bautismal debe ser completada antes de la clase.
Se Reunión cada tercera sábado de las 8:30 PM en ¿Quien debe atender la clase? Los padres y padrinos deben atenel salón 105 con toda su familia y después los hom- der una clase de bautismo. Donde debería realizarse el Bautismo:
bres se quedan Adorando el Santísimo hasta las
El lugar mas apropiado para bautizar a un niño es en la iglesia de
4:45 AM.
la parroquia. donde los padres atienden Misa y son registrados.
Bautismo: Nuestros bautismos de infantes son programados menGrupo: Jesús es la Roca Carismático
sualmente el primer domingo a la 1:30 PM y el cuarto sábado a la
11:30 AM de cada mes. Los padres deben ser miembros de la
Se Reunión cada Miércoles a las
parroquia
de San Andrés y si no son y desean bautizar aquí, hay
7:00 PM.
que traernos una carta de su parroquia dándonos permiso de bauTodos están bienvenidos A ora con nosotros.
tizar su niño aquí en San Andrés. Padres necesitan venir a la oficina de la parroquia para la aplicación Bautismal. Si usted tiene alguEscuela de la Biblia
na pegunta o necesita información adicional, por favor contactar al
Cada otra lunes con la
Ramona Tagle (815) 886-4165 Ext. 312. ó hispaHermana Milagros en el salón 105
nic@andrewcc.org
La Sagrada Familia
Sandra y Gustavo Robles
Intención de Misa
Rodualdo Abigail Barajas
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A COMMUNITY OF WORD AND SACRAMENT
SACRAMENTS OF INITIATION
CATECHUMENATE
The Catechumenate is a community which gathers those
adults who have not been baptized, and seek deeper insight
into the Christian faith.
BAPTISM OF CHILDREN
We joyfully celebrate the baptism of children of Christian
households which are joined to our weekly worship, and
have active registration in our parish community for at least
3 months. After registration in the parish, please attend an
Evening of Awareness, if you have not attended a class in
the past two years, to register for Baptism and select a date.
Classes are presented on the first Wednesday of each month
at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Baptism is celebrated on the
third Sunday of the month at 1:30 p.m.
EUCHARIST AND CONFIRMATION
November 30, 2014
Please Pray For
Antoinette Borkowicz, Dennis Koch, Jr., Virginia
Fondakowski, Violet Sinkula, Richard
Lachowski, Antoinetta Krantz, Katie Churulo,
Doreen Thiboult, Mary Gardner, Kathryn Manago,
Kimberly Swada, Larry Stokes, George Amparan, Jennie
Arevalo, Joan Bartel, Marie Lynch, Michael Boyle,
Mikayla Elia, Harold Christ, Samantha Elia, Lukas Panek,
George Hill, James Tudolsk, Marcia Kizior, Helga
Cantrelle, Leon Lasota, Carolyn Kolasinski, Mary Ann
Manago, Kathy Cannell, John Kiester, Tom Bogan, Betty
Knoth, Bill Litton, Jim Konieczny, Dan Steffens, Dave
Paulsen, Ann Marie Mosquera, Ralph Schweihs, Doris
Conklin, Bobby Bushnell, Patrick Cavanaugh, Carolyn
Milschewski, Rose Elwart, Georgiana Kowalski, Marion
Kowalski, Pat Sumoski, Jim Stewart, Dorothy Smith,
Bernard “Bernie” Andrews, Janet Phad, Charles Angela,
Frances Ison, Frank Lennon, Juan Gomez, Sandra
Glanpicolo, Austin Julitz, Zachary Majkrzak, Jim Kolz,
Clarence Sinkula, Donald Cassidy, Kathryn Folta, Larry
Hahn, Marian Wolff, Richard Bergmann, Frank Lennon,
Jack Lennon, Michael Cavoto, Erin McCann, Louie Ison,
Eugene Nowak, Pat Hill, Dr. Bill Marshall, Bernice
Fitzpatrick, Gloria Walsh, Carolyn Sharpe, Chris Sedor,
Barbara Mitchell, Joseph Sowa, Jill Malik.
Formation for those coming first to the table of the Lord
as children is infused into the efforts of our school and Faith
Formation Office. Confirmation formation is a two year
process completed in eighth grade. Please call the Faith Look upon our brothers and sisters who are ill, in the midst of
Formation Office for more information.
illness and pain, may they be united with Christ, who heals both
SACRAMENTS OF COMMITMENT
MARRIAGE
body and soul; may they know the consolation promised to
those who suffer and be fully restored to wellness and
wholeness. We ask this in the name of Jesus the Lord. Amen.
Marriage preparation is a six month process of prayer, GRANT ETERNAL REST, LIGHT AND PEACE TO ALL
reflection and study. Couples work with both the presider FAITHFUL DEPARTED.
and a sponsor couple through this process. Please note that
Please call the parish office by Monday at (815) 886-4165 for
this six month period of preparation is essential.
ORDERS
Those seeking assistance in discerning a call to ordained
ministry are encouraged to call the parish offices.
SACRAMENTS OF HEALING
RECONCILIATION
Reconciliation is available each Saturday afternoon,
Wednesday evening 5:30-7:00pm, through seasonal
communal services, and by appointment.
ANOINTING
Anointing of the Sick is offered through seasonal
services, and always by request. If hospitalized, please
immediately seek anointing from the Catholic chaplain.
the name of your loved one to be placed for 3 weeks on our
short term prayer list. Also, please call the parish office, if you
are hospitalized and would like a visit from our hospital ministry
team or homebound and in need of communion.
Hospital Visitation of Parishioners
Please remember that if you or any family members find yourselves in a
hospital, be sure to let them know you are a parishioner at St. Andrew’s — it
doesn’t hurt to say it a few times, either! Whenever we priests, deacons or
Eucharistic Ministers come to visit, we check the hospital list of parishioners
printed under “St. Andrew.” But if you’re not listed as a parishioner of St.
Andrew, we won’t know you’re even there! We do not want to miss you! You
can always call us, too, at the office, ext. 301. Thank you. May the Lord Jesus
be with you all your days, to love and be loved by Him, to honor and serve
Him, as He honors and serves us!
I would like to have my house blessed.
Please contact me to make arrangements.
Name _________________________________
Address _______________________________
_______________________________________
Home Phone ____________________________
Work Phone ____________________________
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St. Andrew the Apostle We Care Food Pantry
The St. Andrew We Care Food Pantry is open every
Wednesday from 10:00 am. until 12:30 p.m. for any eligible
family in Romeoville in need of food assistance.
The requirements to receive food commodities from the Pantry
is that a valid State of Illinois Driver's License or State of
Illinois ID and a current utility bill with your Romeoville
address must be presented at the time of sign-in. Due to the
poor economy, loss of employment or housing, and if you are
currently residing with a Romeoville family, you may bring
your valid Illinois Driver’s License or State ID AND a current
utility bill from the Romeoville residents you are living with.
Some proof of residency must be established. This must be
brought to the Pantry each time you come for food assistance.
The Pantry is located at 219 Arlington. For further
information, please contact Jack or Pat Frazier at
(815) 919-3233.
Parish Staff
(815) 886-4165
Rev. Gregor Gorsic, Pastor, ext. 317
Rev. Sebastian Gargol, Associate Pastor, ext. 311
Rev. Jacob Kolawole, Priest in Residence, ext. 301
Marian Peters, Secretary, ext. 301
Bernadette Sedlacek, Manna, ext. 303
Deacon Ron Searls, Business Manager, ext. 302
Marta Wysocki, Coordinator of Polish Ministry, ext. 307
Ramona Tagle, Coordinator of Hispanic Ministry, ext. 312
Sue Psenicka, Director of Music & Worship Coordinator, ext. 314
Barb Sanders, Contact for Adult Faith Formation, ext. 308
Russell McNab, Facility Manager, ext. 316
St Andrew School
(815) 886-5953
Kathy Lifka, Principal, ext. 421
Jill Briceno, Secretary, ext. 420
St. Andrew Faith Formation
(815) 886-5962
Mary Tibble, Director, ext. 503
Deacons:
Deacon Jesse Tagle
Deacon Ricardo Marquez
Deacon Felix Dominguez
Deacon Rigoberto Padilla
Crisis Pregnancy
Women’s Choice Services 1-888-4-HOPE-4-1
Birthright 1-800-550-4900
Deacon Jerry Clark
Deacon Herb Waldron
Deacon Rich Ford
Post Abortion Healing for Women & Men
1-866-99-4-GIVE (4483)
St. Vincent de Paul Society (815) 886-4165 ext. 304
Knights of Columbus (815) 651-4585
Independent Counseling Services
Natural Family Planning
815-838-5334
Victor Alvarez (815) 886-4165 ext. 315