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ST. PATRICK’S DAY CIVIC CELEBRATION
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2014
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breakfast buffet now!
See page 6 for more information.
February 16, 2014
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Joy of Adoption Mass
Making New Memories
Lenten Mission
Baptisms
St. Patrick’s Day Civic
Celebration
Crossroads Runners
Someone You Should Know
Off Site Insight
Discussion Series
Trinity Volunteer Corps
Broadway on Adams —
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Old St. Patrick’s
Mass for
Adoptive families
Save the date
“Joy of Adoption” Blessing
Sunday, February 16
Written by John Aeby,
adapted for use at Old St. Patrick’s Church.
5 p.m. Mass
Join other families touched by
the joy of adoption.
Pot Luck Reception in
the Church Hall
Immediately following the Mass.
For further information, contact
Len Carnevale 707.784.0945
Loving and gracious, Heavenly Father,
we have all experienced your rest and belonging
through our own adoption into your fold, into your family,
and we praise you as your own children.
As Jesus touched and blessed the children who came to Him,
we ask that your gentle, embracing touch of love and blessing
be upon these, your beloved sons and daughters.
May they grow in wisdom and grace.
May they grow closer
and feel ever more fully welcomed by you, O Lord.
May they always feel safe,
wholly belonging to their adoptive families.
For these adoptive parents, siblings and relatives,
we ask that they may love and guide their children
with the unconditional love that you model
and the wisdom that only you can provide.
We ask also your blessing upon the birth families
of those gathered today.
May they know the peace of your comfort.
May they rest assured of the legacy of hope
they have given to the next generation.
Finally we ask for your guiding hand upon all of us
in this congregation,
that we may be a foundation of support and encouragement
for all families, continually affirming their belonging together in kinship
within the family of God.
We ask these blessings, Father,
through your beloved Son,
Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen!!
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A wakenings
Making New Memories
By Rachel Lyons
I don’t know if I stared at his chair
Or folded the blankets at the end of the couch differently.
I don’t know if I thought I heard his voice
Or imagined it was him unlocking the garage door and stamping his feet on the landing.
I guess he had already been gone for some time,
Lying there, in the white room with a big window,
Whose blinds were never really open…
At least, that’s how I thought of it. I never saw it.
I never saw him there in that place four hours of green and white mile markers away.
I only saw spilled sugar on our dining room table as I sat in my chair, which was next to his chair.
I licked my finger, stuck it to the crystals, and placed them on my tongue.
They tasted sweet.
And I thought of him.
Like he was already gone.
I have been thinking about my dad lately.
I think of him often, but lately it has
felt more intense. My dad, Dan Lyons
(everyone called him ‘Doc’ as a nod to
his career as a veterinarian), is someone
who continues to influence my life even
without being physically present. He
Rachel Lyons
passed away during my sophomore
year of high school. He was eighty years
old, and so his death was somewhat expected. He suffered
a stroke while on a trip, stayed in the hospital for several
weeks, and eventually came back to our hometown, where
he lived in a nursing home for a short time before passing
on. As I have grown up, the memories of my dad have
grown a bit dim and fuzzy. I worry that one day I just won’t
remember him. And this can feel awfully terrifying.
However, I was on retreat a few weekends ago with JVC
Magis, the program I am in through Loyola University. The
weekend felt like a bit of a roller coaster, and one of the
graces was a prayer experience the last morning of the
retreat. In my prayer and conversation with my spiritual
director, I realized I was seeking more intimacy with
God. I have felt a bit removed from the Spirit and was
not connecting God’s love to my work, my relationships,
my day-to-day. So I entered into prayer with this desire to
be closer, to not be afraid of accepting God in real and
concrete ways. I imagined myself on the beach, listening
to the waves coming in and washing back out. I felt that
the water was God—constant, alive, dynamic yet calming—
yet I was not close to the water. I kept my distance. I did
not want to get up and move closer. I accepted this and
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just sat as the waves came in and washed out. And then I
remembered my desire for intimacy, for closeness. Instead
of being alone on the beach, I imagined people I love
sitting next to me, holding each person’s image for just a
few seconds. As I went through this reel of family, friends,
neighbors, and colleagues all sharing the beach with me,
I stopped when it came to my dad. He sat next to me on
the beach. This was kind of funny, as this is something we
never did when he was alive. It felt new, strange, yet not
unsettling. I imagined what I wanted to hear from him,
what I needed to know—that he was proud of me, that he
loved me, that he was always with me. I realized I could
make new memories with him. My dad didn’t need to be
far away if I didn’t want him to be. I can choose to take
him with me on new adventures. As the whole scene faded
away, the prayer ended. I am blessed to have this gift of
love from my dad, and feeling his love could be a way to
ultimately experience God’s love. I am getting there, but
slowly. I am excited to think of my dad being close by…of
God being close by, sharing moments of my daily life. I am
excited to think he is proud of me, that he loves me, that he
is always with me.
“What eye has not seen, and ear has not heard, and what
has not entered the human heart, what God has prepared
for those who love God, this God has revealed to us through
the Spirit.” 1 Cor 2:9-10
Rachel Lyons is the Lead Organizer for the Mission for
Social Justice at Old St. Patrick’s Church.
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Old St. Patrick’s Church Lenten Mission
“Works of Mercy … Mercy Works”
Join us for the evenings leading up to Ash Wednesday
The Lenten Mission at Old St. Patrick’s:
•welcomes everyone seeking to renew or deepen her/his faith,
•extends a special invitation to newcomers and those who have been away from a church experience for a time,
•invites you for both nights but welcomes you at whatever night you can attend,is grounded in a spiritual vision that is
adult, lay, contemporary, and Catholic,
•leads us into the observance and practices of Lent (Ash Wednesday falls on March 5)
•blends preaching, Scripture, and song into a reflective and prayerful preparation for Easter.
DATE: Monday, March 3
DATE: Tuesday, March 4
SPEAKER: Sr. Helen Prejean
Author of the acclaimed book Dead Man
Walking and subject of the film by the same title.
SPEAKER: Fr. Terry Keehan
Pastor of Holy Family Parish in Inverness, IL
TIME: 7 - 8:30 P.M.
TIME: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
PLACE: Old St. Patrick’s Church
PLACE: Old St. Patrick’s Church
Sister Helen Prejean has been
instrumental in sparking national
dialogue on the death penalty
and helping to shape the Catholic
Church’s newly vigorous opposition
to state executions.
She travels
around the world giving talks about
her ministry. She considers herself a Sister Helen Prejean
southern storyteller.
Sister Helen is a member of the Congregation of St. Joseph.
She spent her first years with the Sisters teaching religion
to junior high school students. Realizing that being on the
side of poor people is an essential part of the Gospel she
moved into the St. Thomas Housing Project in New Orleans
and began working at Hope House from 1981 – 1984.
During this time, she was asked to correspond with a death
row inmate Patrick Sonnier at Angola. She agreed and
became his spiritual adviser. After witnessing his execution,
she wrote a book about the experience. The result was
Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death
Penalty in the United States. It became a movie, an opera
and a play for high schools and colleges.
Since 1984, Sister Helen has divided her time between
educating citizens about the death penalty and counseling
individual death row prisoners. She has accompanied six
men to their deaths. In doing so, she began to suspect that
some of those executed were not guilty. This realization
inspired her second book, The Death of Innocents: An
Eyewitness Account of Wrongful Executions, which was
released by Random House in December of 2004.
Fr. Terry Keehan is the Pastor of
Holy Family Catholic Community
in Inverness, Illinois, which is the
seventh parish that he has been
affiliated with. Previously, he was
the Pastor of St. Matthias and
Transfiguration Parishes in the
Lincoln Square neighborhood of
Sister Helen Prejean
Chicago’s north side. Fr. Keehan
was one of the Vocation Directors
for the Archdiocese of Chicago from 1987-1996. Before
entering the seminary he was a sales representative for
Stuart Pharmaceuticals in Chicago. He earned Bachelors
and a Masters degree from the University of Nebraska at
Omaha where he played varsity basketball for four years.
His home parish is St. James and he attended St. Viator
High School, both in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
“And Jesus has this message for us: mercy.
I think — and I say it with humility — that this
is the Lord’s most powerful message: mercy.”
Pope Francis
Homily on March 17, 2013
Sr. Helen is presently at work on another book, River of
Fire: My Spiritual Journey.
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In January 2014, we welcomed the following children into the Christian community through the sacrament of Baptism.
Colvin James Dimmick
(Corinne and James)
Emerson Hope Mish
(Kelley and Gregory)
Quinn Madison Parrish
(Ashley and Adam)
Clara Elizabeth Gingerich
(Erica and Ryan)
William Morris McClain
(Megan and Ronald)
John William Patterson
(Johanna and Jason)
Annabelle Sarafina
Hutchison
(Jessica and Daniel)
Breck Andrew McGinley
(Molly and David)
Isabella Anne Scapin
(Jennifer and John)
Luke Preston Nightingale
(Anne and David)
Aubrey Ann Sorrow
(Jennifer and Michael)
Henry Francis Kookoothe
(Lindsay and Christopher)
“And it came to pass in those days,
that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee,
and was baptized of John in Jordan.
And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the
heavens opened, and the Spirit
like a dove descending upon him: And there came a voice
from heaven, saying, Thou art my beloved Son,
in whom I am well pleased.”
Mark 1:9-11
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY CIVIC CELEBRATION
AT OLD ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2014
9 a.m. Liturgy in the Church.
Father Tom Hurley and the Old St. Pat’s clergy will celebrate
this Liturgy with Celtic music, traditional Irish musicians,
Old St. Patrick’s choir and cantors, The Sheila Tully Irish
Stepdancers, and the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band.
Please join us and the St. Patrick’s Day parade dignitaries
for this 9 a.m. Liturgy. Limited balcony seating is available.
The Church doors open at 7 a.m. The main floor of the
Church is wheelchair accessible. If you plan to attend Mass
and need assistance, please call the Church offices at
312.648.1021 for special instructions prior to the event.
10:15 a.m. Breakfast Buffet in
The Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW) Cafeteria.
ORDER TICKETS:
v Online at www.signmeup.com/98583.
v All ticket orders must be recieved by Monday,
March 3 (unless the event is sold out prior to
that date).
Following Mass, please join us in the FXW Cafeteria for our
v Tickets will be mailed on Thursday, March 6.
Breakfast Buffet, and a performance by The Sheila Tully
Irish Stepdancers. Tickets for the Cafeteria Buffet are $25/
adult and $10/child. Preferred seating will be provided in the
Church balcony for the 9 a.m. Liturgy for those with Breakfast Buffet tickets.
PLEASE ORDER YOUR TICKETS EARLY AS THIS EVENT SELLS OUT VERY QUICKLY.
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Old St. Patrick’s Church presents the eighteenth Annual
Celtic Celebration
Siamsa na ngael
If it Wasn’t for the Irish and the Jews
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 - 7:30 p.m.
Symphony Center
Kick-off St. Patrick’s Week in Grand Style
Tickets Are Now On Sale!
Buy your tickets early to get great seats
for this remarkable performance!
The evening will be narrated by award winning actor Martin Sheen
and feature performances by singer and musical historian Mick
Moloney, whose collaboration of music between Irish and Jewish
songwriters celebrates this joyous and creative era in American
popular song, as well as Catherine O’Connell, Rodrick Dixon,
Old St. Patrick’s Concert Choir, an Irish trad band featuring world
renowned fiddler Liz Carroll, the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band, the
Metropolis Symphony Orchestra, and the World Champion Trinity
Irish Dancers. This will be sure to make for an extraordinarily,
unforgettable evening!
Martin Sheen
Tickets range in price from $25 - $55 and may be purchased through the Symphony Center
Box Office, 312.294.3000, or www.cso.org starting.
Sponsorship and post-performance reception packages are available by calling
312.831.9355.
On behalf of Fr. Tom Hurley, we hope you plan to join us for this spectacular show in one
of Chicago’s most beautiful theaters!
Tickets may be purchased through the
Symphony Center Box Office at
312.294.3000, or www.cso.org.
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Registration for the 2014 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
is officially open. Don’t risk the lottery, secure your entry with
Crossroads Runners TODAY!
Crossroads Runners is one of Old St. Patrick’s outward expressions of living our faith through
serving those in need in our city, our country, and across the globe. As a Crossroads Runners,
your efforts and endurance will benefit a number of organizations and programs that support
Chicago’s at-risk youth, homeless and unemployed through targeted programs, resources and
service initiatives.
In addition to helping to eradicate poverty, adding meaning to your run, and joining a team of
amazing, like-minded people, running the Chicago Marathon as a Crossroads Runner has its
perks. We offer many fantastic benefits including:
•Guaranteed entry to the 2014 Bank of America Chicago Marathon,
Sunday, October 12, 2014;
•Free world class training with Coach Mark Buciak and Coach Brendan Cournane;
•Free health screenings provided by Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers;
•Team Crossroads Runner tech training shirt;
•Training clinics lead by experts on running, nutrition and fundraising;
•Pre-Marathon pasta dinner provided by Rosebud Restaurant;
•VIP race day experience starting with private gear check at Buddy Guy’s Legends, just a block
from the start and finish line. Then on the course at Mile 13.1, as you pass Old St. Pat’s Church,
a huge rally of enthusiastic Old St. Pat’s members cheering you on as you pass the church.
Post race party back at Buddy Guy’s for lunch and drinks with the best blues in Chicago. And
at the day’s end, a Mass at Old St. Patrick’s Church to “bless your blisters” celebrating your
accomplishment!
For more information and to secure your entry today, contact Bridget Conway at bridgetc@
oldstpats.org.
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JOIN THE CROSSROADS
RUNNERS AT THE SHAMROCK
SHUFFLE!
Get in shape, lace up and join the Crossroads
Runners at the 2014 Bank of America Shamrock
Shuffle 8k on Sunday, March 30! Not a runner? Not
sure how you will be able to run nearly five miles? Don’t fret! Our Chicago Marathon coaches will help you cross the
finish line.
Can’t run? We are also organizing a volunteer group! For more information, contact Bridget Conway at bridgetc@
oldstpats.org.
You may register for the Shamrock Shuffle at: https://register.shamrockshuffle.com
TIPS ON TRAINING SAFELY IN WINTER with Coach Mark
1. Know when it is too cold for you to run outside — everyone is different, and has a different level of comfort.
2. If possible, run with a training partner, it is safer and more encouraging to have someone with you.
3. Dress in layers including 2 hats, gloves and pants.
For more training tips, stay tuned to next week’s bulletin. You can also reach Coach Mark Buciak directly at
theroadtoboston@rcn.com, or see him at Mass, he usually attends the 11:15 a.m. Liturgy.
SHAMROCK SHUFFLE TRAINING SCHEDULE - WEEK 2 with Coach Brendan
Great job last week! Take today and REST up for the week ahead.
Take it EASY today with a 30-minute or 3 mile run
(2 min run, 3 min walk).
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
30-minute WALK.
Another EASY day with a 30 minute or 3 mile run
(2 min run, 3 min walk)
REST day.
CROSS-TRAIN for 30 minutes.
Push yourself on today’s 30-minute, or 3 mile RUN
(2 min run, 3 min walk).
Before starting any exercise program, check with your physician and have a physical examination to be sure you
may safely undertake the training program. For more information on this program, you can contact Coach Brendan
directly Coach@CoachBrendan.com or see him at Mass, he is usually serving at the 8:00 p.m. Liturgy.
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Someone You Should Know!
Jamie Visser
Greetings, Old St. Patrick’s
Community!
My name is Jamie Visser and I am
interning in the Liturgy Department
at Old St. Pat’s for the next few
months. Currently, I am in my last
semester as a Theology major
at Dominican University in River
Jamie Visser
Forest. My great experience of
ministry and student leadership at Dominican led
me to OSP last Spring. A mentor of mine suggested
that I come to this community for a great worshiping
experience. The expectations he set for beautiful music,
inspiring preaching, and a vibrant community were far
exceeded!
Join the Parent & Tots Group for a FREE class. Tuesday, February 25
from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Cross Town Fitness
1031 W Madison in the West Loop
Beat the cold as we free play, sing a long, explore a
craft and wiggle our sillies out together!
Recommended age: 6 months to 3 years.
To R.S.V.P., or if you have any questions,
contact Jenny Tole at tolejet@gmail.com.
Because of the wonderful embrace from the
worshipping community, I inquired about what an
internship might look like. Krista Kutz, Director of
Liturgy, Old St. Pat’s, excitedly welcomed me in and
is showing me the ropes on all things liturgy. As
a student leader at Dominican, I have spent time
leading retreats, small groups, and community
outreach initiatives; but I have not had extensive
experience with behind-the-scenes liturgy planning.
It is exciting to be working with such gifted ministers
who are helping me to expand my knowledge in this
area of ministry.
Four weeks in and I can tell you how to turn the sound
system on, where the sacristy is, and how many hosts
are in the tabernacle. More importantly, I am gaining a
vision for liturgy. Seeing the talented Liturgy team craft
themes, programs, and resources for the Lent season
has been particularly inspiring. Both my respect and
interest for this ministry have grown. What we see
from the pews on Sunday is only the finished product.
I am glad all of us are able to share in this exceptional
experience of Church together.
For those I have already met, thank you for welcoming
me in. For those I have yet to meet, I cannot wait to
share this time with you. I hope you feel blessed to be
here. I know I do!
Young Adult Book Club
Join other young adults for discussions on a variety of
great books. First timers are always welcome. If you
have any questions, please contact Rachelle.lindo@
gmail.com.
Date: Monday, February 24 at 7 p.m.
Book:The Red Tent
Author: Anita Diamant
Place: Book Cellar, 4736
N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago
Date: Monday, March 31
Book: The Death of Innocents
Author: Helen Prejean
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On February 1, 2014 nearly 150 volunteers from the Frances
Xavier Warde School gathered together on a snowy Saturday
afternoon to help a fellow Catholic school. FXW students and
their families headed to the West side of Chicago and spent an
afternoon cleaning and organizing St. Malachy’s School. The
Big Shoulders Fund coordinated this exciting event that brought
together two schools that truly demonstrate the strength of
Catholic education in this city.
St. Malachy’s principal, Brigid Miller, welcomed the FXW group
and shared that despite the economic and social challenges her
students face, they are thriving and succeeding academically.
Big Shoulders has played an important part in that success story.
Big Shoulders Co-Chairman and Old St. Patrick’s own, Monsignor
Velo, also addressed the group. Quoting an old African proverb,
he said, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go
together.”
Second Collection
Sunday, February 23
Our faith is lived in schools and
parishes, soup kitchens and
counseling centers, on street corners
and in churches, where people of all
backgrounds in every neighborhood
of the Archdiocese of Chicago are
served.
Your gift to the Annual Appeal helps
to sustain Catholic schools, religious
education, ministerial formation,
and initiatives for life, peace and
justice. Through its support of
Catholic Relief Services, the Appeal
serves people worldwide, without
regard for religious affiliation,
whose lives are devastated by
natural disasters, illnesses, wars
and famines.
On that blustery February day, FXW and St. Malachy’s went
together. After three hours of hard work by volunteers of all ages,
St. Malachy’s looked beautiful, fresh, and renewed. The FXW
volunteers also left with a renewed spirit, thankful that they were
able to make a small difference in the lives of their fellow students.
FXW Preschoolers,
Kaya and Evan,
clean classrooms at
St. Malachy’s.
Fifth graders,
Quinn and John,
help out at the Big
Shoulders Event.
For your convenience,
envelopes are located
in the pews.
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OFF
SITE
SIGHT
Suburban West
Off-Site/Insight is an
Old St. Patrick’s Church
member led initiative that
brings a taste of Old St.
Pat’s programming to your
doorstep. These monthly “offsite” gatherings welcome
you and your friends to
come together to hear an
interesting speaker and
engage in some enriching
conversation. It’s also a fun
way to connect with other
Old St. Pat’s members and
friends who live in your area.
Carmelite Spirituality Center
8433 Bailey Road
Darien, IL
FORMAT:
The Well Spirituality Center
1515 West Ogden Avenue
La Grange Park, Il
6:30 p.m. Refreshments and welcome
7:00 p.m. Presentation
8:15 p.m. Prayer and announcements
8:30 p.m. Program ends
Each location has plenty of free
parking. A free will donation to
help meet space and program
costs is most appreciated.
www.oldstpats.org/
oldstpatsoffsiteinsight
Coordinators
Mary Kay Slowikowski: 630.985.7570, or
marykayslowikowski@gmail.com;
Peggy and Kevin McNicholas at
630.738.0619, or kevinmcnicholas@att.net.
SPEAKER AND
DISCUSSION
EVENINGS IN YOUR
NEIGHBORHOOD.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2014
How is the Mass a Sacrifice?
Fr. Ed Foley
Fr. Edward Foley is the Duns
Scotus Professor of Spirituality, and
Professor of Liturgy and Music at
CTU. A member of the Province of St. Joseph of
the Capuchin Order, he was ordained a priest in
1975. Along with numerous other degrees, he
received a PH.D in Theology from the
University of Notre Dame.
Foley identifies himself as a practical theologian.
An award-winning author, he currently has
authored 21 books and 300 chapters in books
and scholarly articles. He has lectured in over 60
dioceses and preaches and presides at Old St.
Patrick’s Church.
Suburban Near West
Coordinator
Kate Mulcahy: 708 352 3661, or
kate.mulcahy1@comcast.net
TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2014
One Woman’s Journey to Grace
Mary Kay Slowikowski
Through grace, Mary Kay has
transformed her life and embraced
how grace can facilitate a life of
service and sacrifice. When you are living grace
in action, your mind is set, your path is clear and
you do not have to wait for others to tell you how
to be or what to think. It is all about learning to let
go of control and live in the moment. That is being
“graced” with life.
Mary Kay heads Encore at Old St. Pat’s and is
co-founder of the Off-Site InSight Speaker and
Discussion Evenings in Your Neighborhood. She is an
internationally known speaker and the first female to
appear nationally in her own Emmy-nominated PBS
Special. She customizes programs for Fortune 500
companies in human resource training.
Staff Liaison: Bob Kolatorowicz at bobk@oldstpats.org, or 312.831.9379.
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Informational Meetings
(you need to attend only one meeting):
Sunday, February 23
12:30 p.m., Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center,
2nd Floor, Room 23, 711 W Monroe, Chicago
Sunday, March 2
6 p.m., Old St. Pat’s Rectory,
710 W. Adams, Chicago
Wednesday, March 5
6:30 pm, Room 21, Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center,
2nd Floor, 711 W Monroe, Chicago
Who should participate?
Adults looking for a life enhancing experience aiding others
break the cycle of poverty while enjoying the beautiful clear
mountain surroundings of northern Nicaragua.
What will volunteers do?
Visit and serve in Fabretto’s schools and facilities;
coordinate gardening projects; help in the construction
of school buildings (kitchens, playgrounds, etc.); help in
the carpentry shop; participate in the forestry project by
planting, pruning and clearing for new trees planted by
Old St. Pat’s volunteers; or work with the women’s knitting
cooperative. The trip’s flexible structure allows volunteers
with specific skills, talents, and backgrounds to participate
in various areas (e.g., health, education, sports, arts &
crafts, language, business development, etc.).
Where?
Most of the time will be spent in Cusmapa, Nicaragua
with travels to centers in Managua, Esteli, Somoto and
Quebrada Hondo followed by two days of sightseeing
in the colonial cities of Masaya and Granada, the
Mombacho Cloud Forest, and Lake Nicaragua.
When?
Saturday, August 2 to Sunday, August 10, 2014
Old St. Pat’s Illinois
Tornado Recovery
Initiative
On Saturday, January 25, 2014, members of the
Old St. Pat’s Illinois Tornado Recovery Initiative and
parishioners from Washington’s Bethany Community
Church headed to Washington, Illinois, to spend a
day helping our neighbors affected by the November
tornadoes. Originally, the volunteers thought they
would be spending the day outdoors sorting rubble or
picking up tornado debris, but upon their arrival, they
were pleasantly surprised to learn their jobs would
take place indoors.
The team worked at the home of Shelly and Eric.
Both of them have various health problems, some of
which are caused by the burning of tornado debris
in the field across from their house. As a result of the
negative reactions from the burning piles, they are
forced to move away from the home in which they
thought they would grow old.
In order to get their house ready to sell, the volunteers
painted their living room, hallway, and basement.
Thanks to Alisa Anderson, Tony and Renee Lake, Brian
Lynch, Patti O’Brien, and Foundations teens Meredith
Anderson, Louis Finney, and Tess O’Brien, the job was
finished in about three hours. Shelly and Eric were
very appreciative of the work that was completed.
We wish them all the best in the future.
Why participate?
The thrill of giving back the blessings you have received by
helping others, while enjoying the camaraderie of other
like minded folks.
If you are interested in sharing the life-changing
experience of serving the poor of Nicaragua through
Fabretto, please join us at one of our information
meetings listed above. Trip details, accommodations and
logistics, volunteer expectations, and much more will be
discussed. Reservations are on a first come first serve
basis and are limited to the first 20 participants.
To receive further information about the 2014 Service Trip
to Nicaragua, please contact Bridget Sweeney Marino at
b-sweeney1@northwestern.edu , or 773-680-9850.
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Trinity Volunteer Corps
Valentine Cheer 2014!
Kudos to the creative, enthusiastic and all round wonderful
Trinity Volunteers from the Arts of Life Chicago Studio who
joined our long-term Trinity Volunteers in the fun of Valentine
Cheer 2014. Their beautiful paintings added a new touch to
the Valentine decorations for the five Chicago area Ronald
McDonald Houses! They also served as classroom volunteers to lead the Valentine art project among students in the
Gary Elementary School special education classroom. Arts of Life participants were absolutely wonderful role models
for the young students who were delighted with the opportunity of creating decorations for our Valentine Cheer project
working side by side with REAL artists. Please visit artsoflife.org to learn more about this fantastic organization that
added so much beauty and good cheer to the Trinity Volunteer Corps Valentine Cheer 2014 project.
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Thank you to all the performers
and attendees for making
Broadway on Adams such a
successful event last weekend!
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Jonathan Beato
Ellen Brett
Megan Buckley
Anna Cillan
Monica Cuasay
Michael Ette
Paulette Hicks
Laura Higgins
Krista Kutz
Brad Lancy
Emily Lancy
Sean Mundy
Julie Muccillo
Michael Neary
Annie Nowicki
Tiara Pienkos
Matt Pollack
John Queally
Wesley Rizal
Craig Scanlon
Mark Scozzafave
Aimee Scozzafave
Cami Taylor
Dominic Trumfio
Theresa Valach
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Date:
Friday, March 7
Speakers:
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, III
Pastor, Trinity United Church of Christ Chicago, IL
Topic:
Lent ”A Season of Reflection Leading One to
Actions of Love and Justice”
Time:
Noon
Location:
Union League Club, Main Lounge, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago
Cost:
$35 for members, $40 for guests
Reservations: Join the Old St. Pat’s table to take advantage of the special
member prices. Call Table Captains before Noon, Tuesday,
March 4: Paula Krupka, 312.280.2624, or Peggy Pecoraro,
773.774.5250.
Because of contractual arrangements with the Union
League Club, once your reservation is made, your lunch fee
is required, even if you cannot attend. The dress code at the
Union League Club is business casual for men and women,
no jeans or tennis shoes.
A wise spiritual writer once said, “The Christian Tradition is
built on two foundations: contemplation and action. Prayer
to and contemplation on the message of Christ without
action can result in mindless words. And action without being
rooted in an appreciation of the mission of Christ is shallow.
Each Lent the First Friday Club invites a speaker to focus us
on the Christian Traditions that drive many of our lives.
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, IIII
We are thrilled on the third day of Lent to have Rev Otis
Moss inspire us with the love of Christ to act justly in our
pain-filled communities and confusing world. After all, that is the purpose of
the 40 days of Lent.
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, III has been the pastor at Trinity United Church of
Christ since 2008. Trinity Church with more than 8,500 members located
in the Washington Heights community on the South Side of Chicago, is
the largest African-American congregation in the United Church of Christ
denomination. Trinity Church is also one of the largest and strongest
congregations in Chicago. Rev. Moss is part of a new generation of
ministers committed to preaching prophetically that the message of love and
justice are inseparable companions and form the foundation of the Gospel
of Jesus Christ.
After growing up in Shaker Heights, Ohio (a suburb of Cleveland), Rev. Moss
graduated with honors from Morehouse College, Yale Divinity School, and
completed a Doctor of Ministry degree from Chicago Theological Seminary.
The work and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the ministry of his
father, Dr. Otis Moss, Jr., of Cleveland, have been primary mentors for his
spiritual and faith formation.
Rev. Moss is an accomplished author. He published his first book
“Redemption in a Red Light District” and co-authored “The Gospel Re-Mix:
How to Reach the Hip-Hop Generation.”
The First Friday Club of Chicago
FFCC@firstfridayclubchicago.org
www.firstfridayclubchicago.org
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PLEASE HELP!
As Old St. Patrick’s is
Chicago’s oldest Catholic
church and oldest public
building, this sacred space is
special to all who find their
way here. Knowing how all
of us appreciate and revere
this sacred place, we ask for
your help and cooperation in
maintaining this historic church.
Did you know:
➢ spilled beverages stain the
carpet and marble floor?
➢ dropped food can be
ground into the carpet
and some of that food,
especially gum, raisins,
can never be completely
removed?
➢ keys, pens, and metal toys
have scarred many of the
pews, and these pews
will have to be removed,
restored, and reinstalled?
It is important that we know the
consequences if we do not care
for this magnificent church.
Please help us preserve the
beauty of this grand church for
generations to come.
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Harmony, Hope &
Healing
Sunday, February 23
Harmony, Hope & Healing (HHH)
will sing with the Old St. Pat’s
choir on Sunday, February 23, at
the 11:15 a.m. Mass.
Mark your calendars for HHH’s
Annual Gospbel Celebration
Fundraiser on Sunday, April 27
from 1-3:30 p.m. at Pazzo’s at
311 West Wacker Drive, Chicago.
This glorious annual event is full
of song and celebration, food
and flair. This year, HHH will
honor Father Tom Hurley and
Old St. Pat’s Music Ministry
for all the wonderful blessings
they have bestowed on HHH.
To reserve tickets, or for
more information, visit www.
harmonyhopeandhealing.org , or
call 312-466-0267.
Career Transitions Center (CTC) is a not-for-profit organization that
aprovides professional, emotiona., and spiritual support to those seeking
a job, looking for meaningful work, or otherwise going through a career
transition.
CTC offers a variety of programs and resources to help individuals from all
fields, and at all career levels, create plans to meet their goals.
Special note: Register for all CTC’s programs on their wesite at www.
ctcchicago.org. All programs, unless otherwise noted, are scheduled at
CTC’s Offices at The Mary and Bill Aronin Center for Social Concerns, 703
W. Monroe, Chicago 60661.
Unshakable Success:
Positive Mindset and Practice through
Times of Transition
Speaker: Nancy Depcik
Thursday, February 20
1 – 3 p.m.
Focus on possibility and positive action with this motivational and
interactive program. What are the ways to find grounding, maintain hope
and stay truly positive through times of change and uncertainty? Nancy
will share stories and lessons learned to help you stay positive when
you are unemployed. You will discover your hidden strengths and learn
techniques to help you find Unshakable Success, the kind of success that
no one can take away from you, no matter what comes your way.
Nancy Depcik is a nationally recognized speaker and trainer. She has
worked with major corporations such as Walgreens, PepsiCo, and Subway.
Her background as a sales superstar, leader, and business owner has given
her secrets to Unshakable Success. An award winning speaker, Nancy will
inspire you and give you the strength you need to face life’s challenges and
to flourish. Don’t miss this inspiring event.
Life Map - A Plan for a Life of Greater Purpose and Meaning
Wednesday, March 12
6 - 8:30 p.m.
Navigating or anticipating work or life change?
Planning a next chapter or new beginning?
Life Map is a comprehensive work-life coaching program based on the
work of coaching pioneer, Richard Leider, as well as Tom Rath’s Wellbeing,
a holistic view of life based on what matters most. Al Gustafson and
CTC Director, Programs and Coaching, Laura Sterkel, will lead you in a
thoughtful process that aligns intention with pragmatic action.
Visit www.ctcchicago.org under Special Programs for registration details
and schedule.
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Mass of Healing with
Sacrament of Anointing
12:10 p.m. Mass
Thursday, February 20, 2014
On the third Thursday of each month, Old St. Pat’s
will offer the Sacrament of Anointing as part of the
12:10 p.m. Mass. All are welcome, especially those
who are sick or suffering in any way, mind, body or
spirit. There will be music at the 12:10 p.m. Mass, and
our presider will be available in church to anoint any
and all in need.
Mark your calendars for future dates:
March 20, April 24, May 15, June 19, July 17,
August 21, September 18, October 16, November
20, 2014.
Special Friends Mass
Sunday, February 16
Please join us for our next
Family Mass-for our Special
Friends! The Mass celebrates
with children and adults as
well as their families who have
special needs.
We started this Mass because one of our members
wanted a place for her family to attend Sunday
services. The traditional church environment was not
a comfortable place for her child who is sensitive to
noises/sounds, large volumes of people, etc. We know
there are others for whom this also is true.
Our Special Friends Mass is intended to provide a
setting where families can celebrate faith, community
and Catholic traditions. There is no judgment.
The Mass and environment are simple and interactive
and offered for families with a special needs member.
We are also in need of volunteers.
If you would like to attend or volunteer, please contact
Erin Downs at edowns76@aol.com , or 773.497.1307.
This will help us better plan our Liturgy.
Date: Sunday, February 16
Time: Mass at 1 p.m., followed by a reception.
Place: FXW School Cafeteria,120 South Des Plaines,
Chicago
Mark your calendar for future dates :
• March 2, 2014 at 12: 30 p.m.
• April 27, 2014 at Noon
• June 22, 2014 at Noon
Divorce Support Group — You Are No Alone
Sunday: Sunday, February 23, March 9, 23, April 6, 20
Room 23, 2nd floor, Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center, 711 W. Monroe, Chicago
This is a networking group for men and women who are separated or divorced. “You Are Not Alone” is a chance
to talk with other men and women who are separated or divorced. We meet to discuss topics of importance
to those seeking to heal during and after one of life’s most difficult transitions. We are not professional
counselors, but are your peers who have been there and simply wish to listen and offer encouragement. We
meet every other Sunday, from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at 711 W. Monroe, Chicago, Room 23.
This is a free, drop-in networking group and no registration is required. For questions, please contact
Debbie at debromeo55@gmail.com.
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Presidents’
Day
Monday, February 17,
2014
No Mass will be celebrated
at 7 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. at
Old St. Patrick’s Church on
Presidents’ Day, Monday,
February 17, 2014.
N
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AT
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S!
The Church Offices will be
closed in observance of
Presidents’ Day, Monday,
February 17, 2014.
The Journeys of St. Paul and
the Churches of Asia Minor
November 9 – 20, 2014
Hosted by Fr. Tom Hurley
From Genesis to Revelation, Turkey is the undiscovered jewel of
Biblical history. Throughout the ages, it has been a tapestry of cultures and civilizations woven together by
the indelible finger of God!
Join us for an exciting, educational, and spiritual trip to Istanbul, Ankara, Capadocia, Konya, and Troy.
To learn more about this trip, you are invited to attend the following Informational Meeting:
To obtain more information about this trip, please request a brochure by contacting Skye
Darke at Old St. Pat’s, at 312.831.9377, or skyed@oldstpats.org.
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Wedding Schedule
Mass Schedule
Sunday
7 a.m., 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 5 p.m., and 8 p.m.
Monday – Friday (Daily Mass)
7 a.m. and 12:10 p.m.
Wedding Banns
Church is open for Personal Prayer:
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.
May the Winds of Heaven Dance Between You.
I
Reconciliation
Fridays at 11:45 a.m., or upon request.
Liturgical Ministry
II
If you feel called to serve as a Hospitality Minister,
Eucharistic Minister or Lector for one of our Sunday
liturgies, please contact Krista Kutz at kristak@
oldstpats.org, or 312.798.2367. Training for
Hospitality Ministers and Eucharistic Ministers takes place four
times per year. Training for Lectors occurs annually.
Services
Sign-Language Interpreter
Upon request, a sign language interpreter can
be available at the 11:15 a.m. or 5 p.m. Mass on
Sundays, as well as for holidays and holy days of
obligation. It would be most appreciative if you would
give us 5 days of advance notice. To request access to a sign
language interpreter at Mass, please contact Krista Kutz at 312798-2367, or kristak@oldstpats.org.
Low-gluten Host
Old St. Pat’s has low-gluten hosts available for those members
who, for health reasons, could not receive regular Communion
hosts. Please inform the Mass coordinator if you would like to
receive a low-gluten host.
Nursery Service
Nursery service is available during the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.
Masses in The Frances Xavier Warde School building. Enter the
school on Des Plaines Street.
The Baptismal Program and Schedule
To schedule a baptism, please contact Betty O’Toole, Baptism
Scheduler, at 312.798.2366.
Old St. Patrick’s Website
Be sure to visit our website, www.oldstpats.org, for
the most up-to-date information.
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If you are engaged and would like to be married at Old
St. Patrick’s Church, please contact Jo Ann O’Brien,
wedding scheduler/coordinator, at JoAnnO@oldstpats.
org, or 312.831.9383.
Mark Misch & Amy Joyce
III
Robert John Kaleto & Elizabeth Kyung Porter
David Samuel Meiners & Sarah Elizabeth LeFevour
Daniel Reilly & Kathryn Himes
Alex Valtierra & Jessica Shandonay
Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD)
Old St. Pat’s Group Volunteer Dates
4100 W. Ann Lurie Place, Chicago
773.247.3663
Help Us Stamp Out Hunger!
GroupDate/Time
Contact
Outreach Tuesday, March 11
weekday
9 a.m. - Noon
Jim Holbrook
jamesjholbrookjr@yahoo.com
773.237.2625
Connections Saturday, March 1
9 a.m. - Noon
Christine Miller
mllrctmiller@aol.com
Outreach Saturday, March 1
weekend
9 a.m. - Noon
Mary Beth Riley
mbriley07@yahoo.com
630.655.9447
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P rayers
“Again you have heard that it was said to your ancestors, Do not take a false oath, but make good to the Lord all that you vow. But I say to you,
do not swear at all. Let your ‘Yes’ mean ‘Yes’ and your ‘No’ mean ‘No.’” - Mt 5:33-34a, 37
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Readings: Sir 15:15-20/1 Cor 2:6-10/Mt
5:17-37 or 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37
Mass Remembrances:
7 a.m.
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m. Frank McGowan (=), James Togher (=)
11:15 a.m. Tranquilina Bermudez,
Infant Elizabeth Rose Kenny,
Evely Tooley
5 p.m.
Mass for Adopted Families
8 p.m.
Book of Patrick: Mary Jane Ashenden,
Susan Carroll, Eleanor Daley, Josie
Hughes, Descendants of Joseph P.
McNally, Norman & Patricia Murdock,
Jack D. Nichelson, Dina Zarlenga
Monday, February 17, 2014
Readings: Jas 1:1-11/Mk 8:11-13
Book of Patrick Carl Barber, Thomas
Roscoe Barlow, Rev. Frank P. Cassidy, Rose
& Dave Demartini, Antonia Coldebella
Favrin, Edward Grant, Jack Loftus, Anne
Martin, John E. Miller Family, Margaret A.
Murphy, Feena MacLaverty O’Neill, Diane
Marie Tabor
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Readings: Jas 1:12-18/Mk 8:14-21
Mass Remembrances: Ernest Kristofor,
Pat Hennessey
Book of Patrick: Rose & Dave Demartini,
J. Dillon Hoey, Katie Dunahoo & Jack
Klein, Aaron Lynch, Brian Shannon, Jr.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Readings: Jas 1:19-27/Mk 8:22-26
Mass Remembrances: Padraig Sullivan
Book of Patrick: Colleen Burns, Mrs.
Maxine DaPron, Rose D. Ewanic, Peggy
Guernsey, Lawrence J. Hayes, Frank
Higgins, Frank O’Boyle, Paul Rohr,
Patricia Sea, Virginia Whalen
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Friday, February 21, 2014
Readings: Jas 2:14-24, 26/Mk 8:34--9:1
Book of Patrick: Janice Caruso,
Madeleine Grace Chabura, Jaeannie
Marie Burke-Molitor, Thomas J. Roche,
Debby Malloy Winkler
Saturday, February 22, 2014*
Readings; 1 Pt 5:1-4/Mt 16:13-19
Book of Patrick: Joyce Bross, Brian
Doyle, Senator Edward Kennedy, Mildred
Nemec, Meghan M. Riley, Florence &
Frank Sivda
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Readings: Lv 19:1-2, 17-18/1 Cor 3:1623/Mt 5:38-48
Prayer Requests
For Those Who Are Sick
Sophia Alvarez, Anthony Armando, Diana
Baehrend, Tranquilina Bermudez, Rose
Marie Borelli, Tom Callahan, Gabriel
Derrig, Michael Diggs, Maggie Griffin,
Kitty Hayes, Kina, Michele Kelly,
Fr. Michael Kyte, Madonna Ryan Martin,
Argerite Nottage, Denise O’Connel,
Janet Pickering, Dean & Sandi Ripson,
Sara Schiller
For Those Who Have Recently Died
John Andersen, Jerome Biel, Thomas
Ciolino, Alan Filan, Joanne Grant, Jack
Hughes, Bob Kelling, Dorothy Kuseck,
Dorothy J. Pietras, Betty Plumleigh,
Richard Rochester, Rhoda Schultz,
Charlotte Simenauer Mary Agnes
(Sullivan) Treanor
* As there are no Masses scheduled on
Saturday, these names will be read on
Friday, February 21, 2014.
Pastoral Care: Do you know someone
in need of Pastoral Care amongst
our Old St. Pat’s community? Please
contact Bernadette Moore Gibson at
312.493.8737.
Readings: Jas 2:1-9/Mk 8:27-33
Book of Patrick: Peter F. Coffield,
Terrence Costello, Mr. & Mrs. Frank
Fischer, James T. Herman, Walter A.
Kusek, Arthur & Mary Treanor, William
Kennith Zeman
The Book of Patrick: Offers perpetual
remembrance for a loved one who has
passed, or for a loved one in remembrance
of a sacramental date. The date is chosen
by the donor. The $150 donations requested
benefits Old St. Patrick’s. For more
information, please contact Tim Liston at
312.798.2348 or tliston@oldstpats.org
Women and Men of Faith
February 17
Blessed Luke Belludi
(1200-c. 1285)
In 1220, St. Anthony was
preaching conversion to
the inhabitants of Padua
when a young nobleman,
Luke Belludi, came up to
him and humbly asked to receive the habit
of the followers of St. Francis. Anthony
liked the talented, well-educated Luke
and personally recommended him to St.
Francis, who then received him into the
Franciscan Order.
Luke, then only 20, was to be Anthony’s
companion in his travels and in his
preaching. Eventually, Luke took Anthony’s
place upon his death. He was appointed
guardian of the Friars Minor in the city of
Padua. In 1239 the city fell into the hands
of its enemies. Nobles were put to death,
the mayor and council were banished,
the great university of Padua gradually
closed and the church dedicated to St.
Anthony was left unfinished. Luke himself
was expelled from the city but secretly
returned. At night he would visit the tomb
of St. Anthony in the unfinished shrine
to pray for his help. One night a voice
came from the tomb assuring them that
the city would soon be delivered from its
evil tyrant.
After the fulfillment of the prophetic
message, Luke was elected provincial
minister and furthered the completion of
the great basilica in honor of Anthony,
his teacher. He founded many convents
of the order and had, as Anthony, the gift
of miracles. Upon his death he was laid
to rest in the basilica that he had helped
finish and has had a continual veneration
up to the present time.
adapted from www.americancatholic.org
Mass Remembrances Commemorate
a birthday, special anniversary, or the
anniversary of a loved one’s death on
the date of your choice (two weeks
notice required to meet bulletin printing
deadline). Includes a Mass card. Please call
312.648.1021.
Prayer Requests: Names of the sick or
recently deceased are listed for one week
in the prayers of the faithful and two
subsequent weeks in the bulletin. Please
call Bernadette Gibson at 312.798.2389 to
add a name to the list.
(=) Deceased
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Old St. Patrick’s Church Administrative Office • Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center • 711 W. Monroe • Chicago, IL 60661 • p 312.648.1021 • f 312.648.9025
Accounting
Janette Nunez
312.798.2305
janetten@oldstpats.org
Blood Drive
Mark Buciak*
773.307.0033
mark.buciak@rcn.com
Family Ministry
Bea Cunningham
312.831.9351
beac@oldstpats.org
Linda Vasquez
312.798.2307
lindav@oldstpats.org
The Cara Program
Eric Weinheimer
312.798.3305
Adult Education Ministries
Katie Brandt
312.831.9352
family.ministry@oldstpats.org
Bob Kolatorowicz
312.831.9379
bobk@oldstpats.org
Chicago Food Depository
Mary Beth Riley*
630.655.9447
mbriley07@yahoo.com
Advancement
Tim Liston
312.798.2381
tliston@oldstpats.org
The Children’s Place
Katie Byrne*
312.863.1120
kmbyrne@aol.com
Gay & Lesbian; Friends & Families
Outreach (Old St. Pat’s)
John Parro*
johnwparro@gmail.com
Bob Kolatorowicz
bobk@oldstpats.org,
312.831.9379
Book of Patrick
(Memorial for Loved Ones)
Bridget Conway
312.798.2348
bridgetc@oldstpats.org
House of Mary and Joseph
Kate Boege*
312.337.7953
kateboege@yahoo.com
Annulment Support Ministry
Patty Stiles
847.220.3011
pstiles224@comcast.net
Baptisms
Betty O’Toole, scheduler
312.798.2366
bettyo@oldstpats.org
Buildings/Grounds
Andrew Rhodes
312.798.2345
andyr@oldstpats.org
Clergy - Pastor
Fr. Thomas J. Hurley
312.831.9363
skyed@oldstpats.org
Admin. Assistant to Pastor
Skye Darke
312.831.9377
skyed@oldstpats.org
In Residence
Fr. John J. Wall
Fr. John Cusick
Visiting Clergy
Fr. Edward Foley, OFM Cap.
Fr. Tony Mazurkiewicz, O. Carm
Fr. Pat McGrath, SJ
Fr. Paul Novak, OSM
Fr. William O’Shea
Msgr. Kenneth Velo
Communications
Veronica Sepin
312.831.9364
veronicas@oldstpats.org
Community Outreach
Beth Marek
312.831.9361
elizabethm@oldstpats.org
Adult Literacy Program
Marilyn and Joe Antonik*
773.286.3390
marantonik@att.net
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Interfaith House
Beth Marek
312.831.9361
elizabethm@oldstpats.org
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly
Joe Harzich*
312.835.4932
jharzich@aol.com
Marah’s Permanent Housing
RoxAnne Rochester*
312.553.1777
rrochester06@yahoo.com
Special Olympics
Greg Benacka*
708.271.4460
benacka.gregory@district205.net
St. Agatha’s Sharing Parish
Beth Marek
312.831.9361
elizabethm@oldstpats.org
Su Casa
Jim Karczewski*
630.279.0144
jkarcze877@aol.com
Trinity Volunteer Corps
Marty Kenahan
708.567.0518
mkenahan@trinityvolunteers.org
U of I Hospital Pediatrics
Sue Sierkierski*
312.546.4312
sasiek18@hotmail.com
Counseling Services
Felicia M. Brackett-Owens
773.643.6259, or 773.317.2056.
Encore: Older Adults
Mary Kay Slowikowski*
marykayslowikowski@gmail.com
Faith Formation
Keara Ette
312.798.2328
kearac@oldstpats.org
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Listening Parent Ministry
Maureen Schuneman
listeningparent@gmail.com
Grief Support Facilitators
Judi Black, Bill Brennan*
312.798.2358
Hospitality
Bridget Evers
312.831.9368
bridgete@oldstpats.org
Jewish Catholic Ministry
Jewish Catholic Dialogue
Gina Lakin*
773.485.9966
ginalakin@gmail.com
Eileen O’Farrell Smith*
eileen@theinterfaithunion.org
Family School
David Kovacs
kovacswriter@gmail.com
Interfaith Union
Eileen O’Farrell Smith
eileen@theinterfaithunion.org
Liturgy
Krista Kutz
312.798.2367
kristak@oldstpats.org
Katie Kearns
katiek@oldstpats.org
312.831.9372
Marriage Preparation
Jack Berkemeyer - Pre-Cana Experience
312.798.2386
jackb@oldstpats.org
Patty Stiles - Pre-Marital Assessment
847.220.3011
pstiles224@comcast.net
Members/New Members
Tim Liston
312.798.2348
tliston@oldstpats.org
Christy Salazar
312.831.9354
christy.salazar@oldstpats.org
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Music
Dominic Trumfio
312.831.9382
dominict@oldstpats.org
Wedding Ministry
JoAnn O’Brien
312.831.9383
joanno@oldstpats.org
Bill Fraher
312.831.9353
billf@oldstpats.org
Wedding Volunteers
Mary Jo Graf*
312.360.1622
maryjog1221@sbcglobal.net
Laura Higgins
708.606.8498
laurahigginssings@yahoo.com
North Lawndale Kinship Initiative
Vincent L. Guider
312.798.2374
vincentg@oldstpats.org
Rachel Lyons
rachel@oldstpats.org
Office Manager
Joanne Gresik
312.831.9370
joanneg@oldstpats.org
Pastoral Care Ministry
Bernadette Gibson
312.798.2389 prayer line
bernadetteg@oldstpats.org
312.493.8737 pastoral cell
Rite of Christian Initiation for
Adults (RCIA)
Keara Ette
312.798.2328
kearac@oldstpats.org
Receptionist
312.648.1021
Resident Theologian Presenter
Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson
terryn@oldstpats.org
312.831.9373
Retreat Program: Beloved
Tammy Roeder
312.798.2350
tammy.roeder@oldstpats.org
Social Justice
Bob Kolatorowicz
312.831.9379
bobk@oldstpats.org
Rachel Lyons
rachel@oldstpats.org
Special Events (Fundraisers)
Sheila Greifhahn
312.798.2343
sheilag@oldstpats.org
Annette Buys
312.831.9355
annetteb@oldstpats.org
Spiritual Direction
Tammy Roeder
312.798.2350
tammy.roeder@oldstpats.org
Tours of Old St. Pat’s
Jim McLaughlin*
630.852.7269
j-jmclaughlin@comcast.net
Robin Ramel*
708.366.1293
robin511@earthlink.net
Women’s Spirituality
Mary Anne Moriarty *
312.861.0382
Young Adult Ministry
(Old St. Pat’s)
Keara Ette
312.798.2328
kearac@oldstpats.org
Youth Ministry: Foundations and
Blueprints/8th Grade Experience
Becky Gee
312.798.2329
beckyg@oldstpats.org
The Mary and Bill Aronin Center
for Social Concerns
703 W. Monroe
Chicago, IL 60661
Career Transitions Center
Mary Sabathne
312.906.9908
host@ctcchicago.org
Parking at Old St. Pat’s
For your convenience, we are providing parking information
to make parking easily accessible for everyone who visits Old
St. Pat’s.
Saturdays
Lot 1: There is no charge to park your car in the parking lot
at the Southeast corner of Adams and Des Plaines. Lot 2: There is no charge to park your car in the roped
off area marked “Old St. Pat’s” in the parking lot at the
Southeast corner of Monroe and Des Plaines.
Sundays
Lot 1: There is no charge to park your car in the lot on the
Southeast corner of Adams and Des Plaines all day and evening;
Lot 2: There is no charge to park your car in the lot on the Southeast corner of Monroe and Des Plaines until
6:30 p.m. You must pay after 6:30 p.m.
Lot 3: There is no charge to park your car in the lot on the
Northwest corner of Monroe and Des Plaines (across from
711) until 5 p.m. You must pay after 5 p.m. to park in this lot.
Weeknights
Lot 1: There is no charge to park your car in the lot on
the Southeast corner of Adams and Des Plaines; if you are
coming to Old St. Pat’s for meetings, please let the attendant
know and keep your keys as he leaves after 8 p.m.
Lot 3: You must pay to park your car in the lot on the
Northwest corner of Monroe and Des Plaines (across from
711) throughout the week.
Coprodeli, Peru
Beth Marek
312.831.9361
elizabethm@oldstpats.org
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Friends of Fabretto, Nicaragua
Tom Gleason*
773.227.6556
tgleason@ameritech.net
Harmony, Hope & Healing
Marge Nykaza
312.466.0267
marge@harmonyhopeandhealing.
org
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Horizons for Youth
Brian Broccolo
312.627.9031
brian@horizons-for-youth.org
LIFT - India
Dan Quinn
412.996.9670
dquinn@lift-foundation.org
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Global Alliance for Africa
Jonathan Shaver*
312.399.2830
jonathanshaver@msn.com
Tom Derdak
director@globalallianceafrica.org
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