August 30, 2015 - St. Mary`s Riverside Parish

The Bell
August 30, 2015
Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mission
Statement
We, the people of
St. Mary
Parish
because of our
baptismal
promises and
compelled by our
Catholic identity,
seek to be an
example of God’s
presence by
worship,
education,
and service to our
neighbors with
sensitivity
to those most
in need of
God’s love.
From the Pastor’s Desk!
August 30, 2015
It is almost the beginning of September so it’s time for us to start thinking about
the traditional Oktoberfest Celebrations! There is so much at St. Mary Parish to
celebrate, and Oktoberfest gives us a perfect opportunity to do so! We are
blessed to have a parish that so strongly emits the beacon of the light of Christ
throughout our community. We continue to be this symbol of hope through the
many activities here, be it through our worship, religious education, school,
sports, adult education, or social outreach. None of this would be possible
without your substantial support of time, treasure and talents. Over and over
you continue to generously answer the call in every way.
I am asking for your support once again to make this Third Annual Oktoberfest Celebration a great
success. This is a fun way for us not only to celebrate our faith, community and Autumn, but also to
raise much-needed funds to support our Parish budget for the fiscal year. The money raised through
the raffle helps us to be able to continue all the good works done throughout the year and to help
maintain our beautiful campus.
I am asking you to join me in promoting this event by both attending the party and by purchasing the
raffle tickets which have been mailed! With the purchase of three $100 raffle tickets, either by you
or family or friends, it will help to make this Oktoberfest a true success! The Grand Prize is $10,000
and there are four chances to win a $500 second place prize. Only 500 tickets will be sold, so your
odds are pretty good! But you can’t win without a ticket, so purchase yours early!
We would love to see you on Saturday, October 10th, from 6:00-11:00 p.m. in the St. Mary Parish
Center. Tickets are only $25 for adults and $10 for children, if purchased in advance, or $30 for
adults and $15 for children if purchased at the door. This includes German sausage, German potato
salad, sauerkraut, dessert and soft drinks, as well as live music and activities for the children!!
Beer and wine will be sold separately. There will be a $20 mug for unlimited beer! A large-screen
TV will be set up in the tent so you don’t miss the football games. There isn’t a deal this good
anywhere, not even in Munich!
As always, thank you for your generous support. I look forward to sharing this wonderful
celebration with you and continuing a great tradition at St. Mary Parish.
Fr. Tom
SAVE THE DATE!
III Jason Brush and Tiffany Holton
September 5, 2015
II Jose Salgado and Cynthia Dominguez
September 12, 2015
Oktoberfest will be
Saturday,
October 10th.
From the Religious Education & Youth Ministry Office
August 30, 2015
Time, Talent and Treasure
On any given day of the week you will see lay leaders and volunteers engaged in various ministries and
activities here on the St. Mary campus -- and more often than not in the evening as well. Just a quick
look on the Parish website reveals the depth & breadth of roles and responsibilities covered by dedicated
members of our faith community. From Mass Volunteers and Altar Servers to the Counters and Garden
Ministry Volunteers, and beyond, ALL of the time, effort and energy invested by the countless individuals
and families fulfilling essential parish stewardship needs truly help to make St. Mary the special place that
it is.
Our collective commitment to one another and to people outside of our community is
nothing short of remarkable.
In many ways, the Building for the Future Campaign is an extension of this same spirit and commitment.
We are all familiar with the phrase “Time, Talent and Treasure”, and, since our humble beginning back
in the 1870’s, the people of St. Mary have continued to offer these gifts in abundance. That is one reason
why this campaign is so important, and why everyone’s financial commitment to its success is crucial.
Following the roadmap of our Parish Master Plan, the priorities to be accomplished will not only meet
some of our most pressing needs today, but the goals we will accomplish together will truly help to shape
the lasting future of our faith community.
To learn more about the Campaign priorities and find out how you can participate, please join us for one
of the upcoming informational events listed below:
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 Sunday, August 30 following the 5:00 p.m. mass in the Rectory
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 Sunday, September 13 following the 10:00 a.m. Mass in the Rectory
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 Sunday, September 20 following the 11:30 a.m. Mass in the Oak Room
Everyone is welcome. If you are planning to attend, please RSVP to Kristin Short at (708) 447-1020 or
Campaign@stmaryriverside.org, so we can best accommodate the number of people planning to attend.
Refreshments will be served.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: 1 Thes 4:13-18; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 11-13;
Lk 4:16-30
Tuesday: 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14;
Lk 4:31-37
Wednesday: Col 1:1-8; Ps 52:10-11; Lk 4:38-44
Thursday: Col 1:9-14; Ps 98:2-6; Lk 5:1-11
Friday: Col 1:15-20; Ps 100:1b-5; Lk 5:33-39
Saturday: Col 1:21-23; Ps 54:3-4, 6, 8; Lk 6:1-5
Sunday: Is 35:4-7a; Ps 146:7-10; Jas 2:1-5;
Mk 7:31-37
Kolbe House Special Request
Do you have an extra copy of Matthew Kelly,
Rediscovering Catholicism?
The Kolbe House ministry has been sharing
several dog-eared copies with their prayer groups
at Cook County Jail, but is unable to keep up with
the demand. If you have a copy you would like to
share, please bring it to the Church narthex or to
the lost-and-found table outside the Oak Room.
There will be collection boxes.
SHARE THE HARVEST
Please join the St. Mary Garden Ministry
in sharing with people in need…
Bring your home-grown fruit,
veggies, and herbs to
St. Mary Church on Sundays.
Place them in the Share The Harvest basket
located inside the
elevator entrance.
Your contribution will be picked up
after the 11:30 a.m. Mass and will be
delivered to a local food pantry.
St. Mary Garden Ministry…
Sowing the Seeds of Love.
Questions: Contact Sallie at
gardenministry@aim.com
www.stmarygardenministry.blogspot.com
www.thegardenofedenproject.blogspot.com
The Domestic Violence
Outreach Ministry of
Holy Family Parish
invites you:
TOPIC: Healthy Relationships How We Are Reflected in Others
SPEAKER:
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Dr. Terry Nelson Johnson
Saturday, September 12, 2015
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Holy Family Parish,
Damen Hall
1080 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
RSVP: Kellee Athens
at kellee2015@gmail.com
Dr. Terry Nelson Johnson-Street - Theologian, Educator
and Storyteller - will moderate a workshop on Healthy
Relationships. Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and
friends play a crucial role in helping to prevent risky
relationships/behaviors in teens. This is open to
all adults and is sure to be a fun, enlightening and
interactive workshop.
Each adult attending will participate in a drawing for
a free chance to win a family outing (4 tickets) to a
White Sox game. Drawing will occur at the end of
the workshop.
THIS WORKSHOP IS FREE, BUT ANY DONATION TO HELP
COVER COST IS APPRECIATED.
RESPECT LIFE CHILDREN’S CLOTHING & TOY RESALE
ATTENTION ALL MOMS OF INFANTS THROUGH TEENS!
Please consider selling your child’s/children’s gently used fall/winter clothing, shoes, toys,
books, sports equipment, and baby equipment at our consignment sale. Our (44th!) sale will take
place in the Parish Center on Saturday, September 26, from 9:00 a.m. until noon. (Sorry, but strollers and children
under 13 will not be permitted into the sale until 10:30 a.m!) Sellers price and tag their items using tickets
provided in the seller packet. Seller packets are available in the narthex. Bring tagged items the afternoon/evening
before the sale, and we staff the sale.
You may choose to have unsold items returned to you after the sale, or you may donate unsold items. We have
several deserving groups, including individual families in need, who are thrilled with our left-overs! Sellers and the
Respect Life Committee split the profits 50/50; our half is donated to crisis pregnancy centers. A check is sent to
sellers about a week after the sale.
Volunteers who work 3 hours (either during the sale or the clean-up) are able to attend a pre-sale.
This is a win/win project! Please help support our ministry by participating as a seller, buyer, volunteer or all three!
Call Katie at 442-7515 or email: RespectLife@stmaryriverside.org
Altar Servers’ Schedule for September 5/6
Saturday, September 5
8:15 a.m. Gabby Gallowey and
Claudia Herrera
2:30 p.m.
~ Brush/Holton Wedding ~
Grace Acosta, Conor Kotwasinski,
Jeremy Kolasa
5:00 p.m. Dominic and Sebastian Mendoza,
Kate Foley
Sunday, September 6
7:00 a.m. Francesca and Frank LaMantia,
Alyssa Brown
8:30 a.m. Emily Burda, Ruth Fangmann,
Emily Androwich
10:00 a.m. Paul, Sean and Tom O’Connor
11:30 a.m. Owen Bottorff, Justin Rokicki,
Victoria Carlson
5:00 p.m. Jacqueline Miller, Annie Showel,
Joseph Vitek
RITE OF CHRISTIAN
INITIATION FOR
ADULTS
St. Mary Parish is once
again ready to welcome those adults who are
eager to embrace the Catholic Faith. If you
know of anyone who is interested in sharing in
this process, please have them call the rectory.
If you are a Catholic and have not received the
Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation,
please call Sr. Margaret. We will begin meeting
sometime after Labor Day. Letters will be sent
to interested parties.
Each of us is called to be an Evangelizer in
whatever way is possible. Our RCIA is one of the
special ways our parish meets the needs of those
who have a desire to embrace our faith, or for
those who wish to renew and refresh their faith.
I know I can count on each of you to help recruit
interested folks.
Peace and blessings to each of you.
Sr. Margaret, BVM
Come (Back) to
Project C.U.R.E.
Project C.U.R.E is one
of the largest providers of
donated medical supplies
to developing countries
around the world.
A special day, Saturday,
September 12, has been
set for St. Mary volunteers to sort donations at
St. Mary volunteers prepare
donated medical supplies for
the Project C.U.R.E.
delivery to developing countries.
warehouse, 1200 N. 25th,
Melrose Park, from 9 a.m.-12 noon. Your efforts
will get valuable supplies to needy people, not to
waste landfills.
If you have never been to the warehouse or to
Mission Outreach, come see why your fellow
parishioners find helping so rewarding. If you have
been to Mission Outreach in the past, come see
the new warehouse, work with the friends you’ve
made and get reacquainted with Mary Ann Skvara,
the local Director of Operations for C.U.R.E. If you
have already volunteered at Project C.U.R.E.,
come and help the new volunteers learn what we
do.
Please register by contacting Joan Trandel,
jbtrand@msn.com, 708-484-6513;
after September 7, you may also contact
Marilyn Havlik, mjhavlik@comcast.net,
708-485-7538.
Faith Margaret, child of
John and Suzanne Carroll
Lyric Marie, child of
Christopher and Diana Hutchinson
Jane Marie, child of
Ryan and Jennifer Murphy
Harrison Walter, child of
Kevin and Margaret Smith
VISIT - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyl9VT_SsLY
Fr. Charles Dahm, O.P. is a member of the Steering Committee of the Chicago Says No
More Campaign. Chicago Says No More is dedicated to addressing the challenges of
domestic violence and sexual assault in the Chicago metro area. It is aligned with the
national NO MORE campaign that was started by a coalition of leading advocacy groups,
service providers, and major corporations. The initial goals of Chicago Says No More are to:
 Marshal resources of the Chicago metro area to combat domestic violence and sexual assault.  Change the culture and conversation about domestic violence and sexual assault so citizens can make a
difference.
 Provide fresh, innovative ways to leverage resources offered by myriad not-for-profit domestic violence and
sexual assault organizations by establishing system-wide solutions to challenges they experience. Information about domestic abuse and resources are also available on that website.
Read the blog to learn about violence on our college campuses, and the effects of domestic violence on children.
Go to chicagosaysnomore.org to support this effort by taking the No More Pledge.
“Be doers of the word and not
hearers only…”
(JAMES 1:22)
What do you do to live God’s word? Do you share
your time in prayer with God? Do you use your
talent to help those in need? Are you generous with
your financial resources?
If not, what are you waiting for?
Welcome to Our New Parishioners
The Baca Family
Nick, Carson, Nicholas and Lucas
The Gutierrez Family
Robert, Daisy and Isabella
James is one of the most practical books of the Bible. Its teachings speak loudly to those who
feel torn between the competing demands of this world and their faith.
This study offers “pearls for wise living” by applying the wisdom of James to our current day. For
anyone who has struggled to live a truly Christian life, James offers a wealth of practical solutions
for handling and even sanctifying everyday circumstances.
Join us for James: Pearls for Wise Living at St. Mary Church in the Oak Room beginning
September 13th at 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. and continuing every Sunday until November 22nd.
For more information or to register for the study, call Deacon Bob or Kate Boharic
at 708-447-2838 or via email: bobboharic@hotmail.com
Suburban Catholic Singles Group
(SCSG)
Multi Parish Ministry
For singles in their 40’s and 50’s
September Events
Saturday, 9/12, join us for 5:00 p.m. Mass at
St. Cletus Parish, 700 W 55th St. in
La Grange. Afterwards, enjoy the Fest with
the band Infinity on the church parking lot.
This Event is free. Food and carnival games
are extra.
RSVP required by 9/10 if attending.
Saturday, 9/26, 7:00 p.m., Dinner at Irish
Times, located at 8869 Burlington Ave in
Brookfield. Please RSVP by 9/24.
Above events are subject to change.
You can contact us at singlesadmin@gmail.com
Find us on Facebook – Suburban Catholic Singles
September 1st
Pope’s Day of Prayer…
God and Father of us all,
in Jesus, your Son and our Savior,
you have made us
your sons and daughters
in the family of the Church.
May your grace and love
help our families
in every part of the world
be united to one another
in fidelity to the Gospel.
May the example of the Holy Family,
with the aid of your Holy Spirit,
guide all families, especially those most troubled,
to be homes of communion and prayer and to
always seek your truth and live in your love.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Monday, August 31
8:15 a.m. Brendan Melanson (Family)
Tuesday, September 1
8:15 a.m. Patrick Creadon (Pat Zdarsky)
Wednesday, September 2
8:15 a.m. People of St. Mary Parish
Thursday, September 3 - St. Gregory the Great
8:15 a.m. Charlotte Castaldo (Mr. and Mrs. Lech)
Friday, September 4
8:15 a.m. Tom Herbstritt
Saturday, September 5
8:15 a.m. People of St.Mary Parish
2:30 p.m.
Jason Brush and Tiffany Holton
~ Wedding ~
5:00 p.m. - Celebrant: Fr. Kryzysztof Swierczynski
Ernest DiMonte
Grace Cavanaugh - First Communion
Sunday, September 6 - Twenty-Third Sunday
in Ordinary Time
7:00 a.m. - Celebrant:: Fr. Thomas May
Carmen Cerrone (Drs. Frank and Carla Orland)
8:30 a.m. - Celebrant: Fr. Kryzysztof Swierczynski
Peter M. Sfikas (Drs. Frank and Carla Orland)
10:00 a.m. - Celebrant: Fr. Thomas May
William Hanna (Family)
11:30 a.m. - Celebrant: Fr. Robert Banzin
Helen Fallon (St. Mary Resurrection Choir)
5:00 p.m. - Celebrant: Fr. Thomas May
Carmen Cerrone (Schoen Family)
Week of August 30
We pray for the sick and their caregivers especially,
Myra Hurst, Muriel Wachter, Henry Kotarba,
Angelina Urtis, Phyllis Scharner, Henry Shoffer, Ethan Tkalec,
Jane Martinis, Ben Brennan, Jesse Luna, Richard Tryba,
Marge Bell, Kristan Wood, Joe Bergmann, Edward Blommaert,
Virginia Janik, Mary Lou Burns, Pastor Paul Landahl,
Allen Baum, and Fr. Fred Tomzik.
We pray for all those who have died, especially for
Kenneth Kaval
May he rest in Peace.
BAPTISM OF INFANTS
Second and fourth Sundays of the month.
Register for Parent Preparation Session by calling
the Rectory at 447-1020
MARRIAGE PREPARATION
This process begins with an interview with a
Pastoral Staff member. No date for the
ceremony can be reserved until this interview is completed.
For more information, call the Rectory at 447-1020.
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET
Thursdays - 3:30 p.m. in the Chapel
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Thursdays - 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
in the Church.
On the Thursday before First Friday,
Eucharistic Adoration begins after the
8:15 a.m. Mass and will end at 10:00 p.m.
SORROWFUL MOTHER NOVENA
Fridays at 12:30 p.m. in the Narthex
Please join us to pray for Peace.
Home or Hospital Visitation and Anointing Calls
If you would like a priest, deacon or minister of care
to visit, or if you wish to receive the Sacrament of the
Sick, please contact the Parish Office.
Parishioners and friends
of the parish can sign-up
for the email blast on the
parish website:
http://stmaryriverside.org/email-sign-up-form/
Knights of Columbus
For information go to:
http://stmaryriverside.org/kofc/
or contact Mel Tomeczko at 708-442-2573 /
tomeczko@sbcglobal.net
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Pastoral Staff
Rev. Thomas P. May, Pastor
Rev. Krzysztof Swierczynski, Associate Pastor
Rev Leon R. Wagner, Pastor Emeritus
Sr. Margaret Sannasardo, BVM, Pastoral Associate
Barbara Rasinski, Principal
Barb Slipek, Director of Religious Education
Celina Zalas, Business Manager
Michael Silhavy, Music Director
Bob and Kate Boharic, Deacon Couple
Randy and Paula Jo Belice, Deacon Couple
Support Staff
Carina Willems, Receptionist
Christine Flasza, Communications
Alice Kowalski, R.E. Assistant
Judi Vrablik, School Staff Assistant
Cathy Carone, School Staff Assistant
Eduardo Mijangos, Maintenance
David Hodge, Maintenance
Masses
Monday through Saturday: 8:15 a.m.
Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Anticipated Mass
Sunday: 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
Parish Office
Parish Office Telephone: 708-447-1020
Parish Office Fax: 708-447-3309
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
E-Mail: maryriver@stmaryriverside.org
School
97 Herrick Road
Telephone: 708-442-5747
School Fax: 708-442-0125
E-mail: PIE@stmaryriverside.org
schoolboard@stmaryriverside.org
Religious Education
Telephone: 708-447-6812
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
E-mail: RED@stmaryriverside.org
Reconciliation
Saturday: 4:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Pastoral Council
Trey VanDyke, Chairperson
Michele Boyce, Parish Life Rep.
Peter Brown, Parish Life Rep.
Terry Coffey, Spiritual Life Rep.
Maureen Colvin, Human Concerns Rep.
Bill Fangmann, Education Rep.
Maddalena Flight, Religious Education Rep.
Dave Jacobs, At Large Rep.
Adrian Mendoza, Religious Education Rep.
Mary Jo Miller, Education Rep.
Dan Murphy, At Large Rep.
Linda Radtke, Human Concerns Rep.
Finance Committee
Cindy Gonya, Chair
Jane Birmingham
Terrance Farmer
David Navarro
Larry Zielonka
School Advisory Board
Scott Schafer, President
Peg Donnelly
Liz Durkin
Debbie Durrer
Bob Lyons
Kelly Navarro
Michael O’Connor
Rebecca Wood
Parish Counselor
Sue Schemper - 708-567-5300
Websites
Parish Website: www.stmaryriverside.org
School Website: www.stmaryschool.net
Garden Club Websites:
www.stmarygardenministry.blogspot.com
www.thegardenofedenproject.blogspot.com
Men’s Club Website: www.stmarymensclub.com
THE BELL is a weekly publication of St. Mary Church in
Riverside, Illinois. Items for publication must be in the
Rectory by E-Mail two weeks before the publication.
The bulletin can be found on the parish website. If you
would like a bulletin mailed to you, please contact
the rectory at 708-447-1020.