Saint Andrew Parish

Saint Andrew Parish
a vibrant and caring Catholic community
Mass Times
Daily mass in the Chapel (Addison/Hermitage)
Monday - Friday 9:00 am
Saturday 8:00 am
Sunday mass in Church (Addison/Paulina)
Saturday Vigil Sunday 4:00pm (Confessions at 3pm)
8:00 & 10:00 am & 5:30 pm
Holy Day Masses: 9 am & 7 pm in the Church.
There are no Vigil Masses for Holy Days.
The Twenty Sixth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
September 29, 2013/
Parish Office:
3546 N. Paulina Street, Chicago, IL 60657
Ph (773) 525-3016 Fax (773) 525-4124
School Office: www.gosaintandrew.com
1710 W. Addison Street, Chicago IL 60613
Ph (773) 248-2500
www.saintandrewchicago.com
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September 29, 2013
Liturgical Ministries for October 5-6, 2013
Lectors
Communion
4:00
Jim LaFrancis
Jennifer G. Smith
L1
L2
8:00
Kevin Nedved
Kathy Sellman
L1
L2
Jennifer . Smith
Karen Davern
Patrick Hatch
Donna Domingo
Bill Carroll
Michaela Tudela
Altar Servers
C1
Eli Javier
H1/2 Vincent Costello
C2
Faith Costello
C1
Megan Daugherty
H1/2 Chloe Benkiser
Cambell Nofsinger
C2
Sacristan
Jennifer Smith
C1
H1/2 Gabriella Sarmiento
Roy Sarmiento
Sam Helffrich
C2
Family
H1a Eloise O’Day
H2a
Dan & Kris
Stafford
Geri Colter
10:00
Mike Helffrich
Jenna Helffrich
L1
L2
11:30
Rafael Perello
Danny Auro
L1
L2
Renee Lugo
Mary Langhenry
Miriam Perello
Miriam Perello
C1
H1/2 Ava Lugo
Ani Lugo
C2
Maria Perello
5:30
Dan Tucci
Liz Thompson
L1
L2
Julie Dykstra
Emily Matus
Dan Tucci
SUB NEEDED
C1
H1/2 Liam Shanahan
Maya Shanahan
C2
Dan Tucci
Envelope, Check, EFT
Loose:
Weekend Totals :
Year-to-Date 07-01-13 -6-30-2014
Raise the Roof - Total :
Seminaries
$7,660.99
$1,287.43
$8,948.42
$79,845.03
$60,102.00
$2,708.48
Visit www.saintandrewchicago.com for electronic
giving. Questions? Contact the Parish Office!
Please pray for World Peace, Our Men and Women
in Military Service and their families:
Joey Brown
Michael Rosales
Jerome Zwick
Alex Wilscke
Charles Wilson
Jon Miller
Joshua Cordoba
Tim Brown
Tim Chambers
Casey McDonald
Eric Herrera
Louis Martinez
Victor Torres
Mary Jo and
Phil Costello
Betty Grassi
Vida Vinzons
Vicki Grogan
Pam Scardina
Financials for September 15, 2013
Greeters
Annual Catholic Appeal Pledges 2013
Pledge envelopes returned Current total pledged
$53,617.00
Total received
$33,409.00
Total balance due
$20,208.00
Parish Staff:
Pastor: Reverend Sergio Romo
Associate Pastor: Reverend S. Arokiadoss
Pastoral Associate: Rachel Caron
Ministry Coordinator: Nathaniel Stubblefield
Young Adult Ministry Coordinator: Vincent Lacey
Business Manager: Esperanza Benavides
Events/Drews Dollars: Julie Richards
Secretaries: Christina O’Malley, Joanne Signa
Receptionist: Danielle Scardina
School Administration:
Principal: Allen Ackermann
Assistant Principal: Sarah Casavechia
Athletic Director: Matthew Pope
Curriculum Coordinators:
Michelle Roberts & Maribeth Lynch
Engineer: Alfred Benkiser
September 29, 2013
Birthday
Celebrations
Adam Roth
Aidan Yerkes
Aiden Sanders
Amanda Fernandes
Antoine Sarkova
Austin Straley
Becky Trimble
Brianna Ortiz
Caitlin Grossestreuer
Carmen Miller
Cate Elisabeth Loomos
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Christina Smith
Christopher Pucci
Cory Braxton
David Ingallineru
Devon Flynn
Eileen Thacker
Elizabeth Wilschke
Finley Hynes
Gary Kinsler
Geraldine Colter
Haven McDermit
Helen Long
Jacob Hytros
Jonathan Neil
Julie Murphy
Kaelen Angeles
Kellan Pierucci
Kimberly Arndt
Lennon Mills
Lora Huser
Lucia Roth
Luke Deely
Madeleine Muldoon
Marie Signa Cali
Mark Clements
Mary Jarzebowski
Mary Neary
Matt Weidman
Matthew Frank
Matthew Mitchell
Megan Hayes
Melissa McNeill
9/21-9/29
Time Mass Intentions
Saturday
4:00
+Mike Brumlea
Sunday
8:00
John & Margaret Comer - Wedding Anniversary
10:00 All Deceased of teh Parish
Melissa Mendoza
Patricia Ahern
Renee Villar
Rick Casavechia
Shara Morgan
Sheena Quinn
Stephen Gutekanst
Steven Yee
Theodore Fitzsimons
Thomas M. Flynn
Timothy Michael Berry
Ty Richard Javier
Vanessa L. Villanueva
William Finkler
William Hynes
Readings
Am 6:1a, 4-7
Ps 146:7, 8-9, 9-10
1 Tm 6:11-16
Lk 16:19-31
11:30 All Deceased of the Parish
5:30
All Deceased of the Parish
Monday
9:00
All Deceased of the Parish
Zec 8:1-8; PS 102:16-21, 29 & 22-23; Lk 9:46-50
Tuesday
9:00
All Deceased of the Parish
Zec 8:20-23; PS 87:1b-3-7; Lk 9:51-56
Wednesday 9:00
+Bill & Anabele Drury, +Julia Zahn Neh 2:1-8; PS 137:1-2,-6; Mt 18:1-5, 10
Thursday
9:00
All Deceased of the Parish
Neh 8:1-4-7-12; PS 19:8, 9, 10, 11; Lk 10:1-12
Friday
9:00
All Deceased of the Parish
Bar 1:15-22; PS 79:1b-2, 3-5, 8, 9; Lk 10:13-16
Saturday
8:00 All Deceased of the Parish
Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; PS 69:33-37; Lk 10:17-24
Intentions for next weekend: Sat. October 5 +Robert Davern & +Mary Janet Williams Sun. Oct. 6
8 ;00 am All Deceased of the Parish , 10:00 am John & Margaret Comer 11:30 am All Deceased of the Parish
5:30 pm All Deceased of the Parish
~Sacramental Schedules~
Confessions: Saturday 3:00-3:45 pm or by
appointment
Marriage: By appointment with the Pastor,
6 to 9 months in advance
Baptisms: 1st and 3rd Sunday after the 10:00am
Mass (in the Church) Call the Office to Schedule.
Baptism Prep Classes: The last Sunday of the
month at 11:15am (in the Chapel)
Families with one child already Baptized do
not need to attend this class. Contact Nathaniel
Stubblefield at the Parish Office.
Job Outreach Ministry
5:30pm
The Job Outreach Ministry seeks to help those
looking for work or seeking a change in employment.
For assistance please contact Jennifer Smith at
jgsmith62@comcast.net to get help looking for
work or to assist others in need.
Parish Prayer Line
If you would like to ask for prayers from
the Prayer Line please email prayerline@
saintandrewchicago.com or call 872-588-1016
(local call) to leave your intention. To join as a
person who prays for the needs of the Parish call
or email as well!
September 29, 2013
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Parish News, Events & Activities
Come out with the entire family on
Sunday, October 27th at 9am for the
5th Annual Saint Andrew Parish’s Running of the Bulldog 5K race
Registration is posted on www.saintandrewchicago.com
Mark your calendars!!
Saturday, October 5th
11am on the Church Steps
September 29, 2013
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Parish News, Events & Activities
PILGRIMAGE!
The Church of All Nations
near the Mount of Olives.
Have you ever read the
Bible and wondered what
life was like back then? Or
maybe as you’ve listened
to the readings at Mass
on Sunday you’ve tried
to imagine what the scene
would have looked like.
Perhaps you need not
wonder any longer.
Saint Andrew Parish is exploring the possibility of
organizing a pilgrimage to the Holy Land sometime in
early 2015. Before we make any definitive plans, we
are having an informational meeting to gauge interest,
to explain what you might expect out of a pilgrimage,
and to answer any initial questions you may have. To
that end, we have scheduled an informational meeting
for Wednesday, October 9th at 7:00pm in the Chapel.
Please come if you are interested.
Fr. Sergio Romo
BACKGROUND: Main entrance to
the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
FEED THE HUNGRY
The Chicago Food Depository needs
volunteers to sort and repackage food before it
can be distributed to those in need throughout
Cook County . The work is not difficult,
requiring only some light lifting and bending
at most, and the process is interesting, and
even fun. Ten volunteers from St. Andrew are
needed Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. until 12
noon. If you can help, please contact Kathy
Sellman at (773) 929-2333 or
kmsellman@yahoo.com. Thank you.
(Volunteers 14 – 16 years old must be
accompanied by an adult.)
facebook.com/SaintAndrewChicago
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Friday, October 4, 2013
6:30pm Mass followed by Holy Hour with
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and
Benediction in the Chapel
September 29, 2013
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Parish News, Events & Activities
Fr. Matthias Update
After discussions with Archdiocesan officials and immigration lawyers it seems
that the best option for Fr. Matthias to gain access to the US for his annual visit
will be for him to apply for a religious worker visa. This type of visa requires
more documentation, additional fees, and the approval of the Archdiocese of
Chicago. I have spoken with Archdiocesan officials to explain Fr. Matthias’ long
standing relationship with our parish, and they have agreed to help him attain the
appropriate visa.
The average turn around time for this type of visa is six months. This would mean
that the earliest Fr. Matthias would be able to visit us would be in the spring. Like
all of you, I will miss his annual fall visit this year. I had hoped to reconnect with
him after having spent an amazing time visiting his parish. But, I look forward to
seeing him relatively soon, once he has his visa and the time to visit.
In light of this unforeseen delay it seems that waiting to take up a collection until
he arrives could prove to be a hardship for his parish. So, I propose we take up a
collection to support Fr Matthias’ ministries on the weekend of October 19/20. This
will ensure that all the good work that is taking place in St Charles will continue
without interruption.
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School News
2013 National Blue Ribbon Award
I am delighted and very proud to let you know that this past week Saint Andrew
School was named a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School by the US Department
of Education. This is a prestigious recognition based on exceptional academic
performance.
A large share of the thanks goes to Mr. Allen Ackermann for his leadership as
principal. Four years ago Mr. Ackermann became our principal after serving for
several years as our vice-principal. Since that time, our school enrollment has
grown and academic scores have increased. In addition to this, Mr. Ackermann has
consistently worked to uphold and promote the school’s Catholic identity.
I am also thankful of Mrs. Sarah Casavechia, the administration, teachers and staff for
their dedication and tireless work. Every day these individuals go above and beyond
the call of duty to help our children grow in knowledge and maturity.
I would also like to thank our parents, the School Advisory Board, Room Parents, and
all of our volunteers. No administration, faculty or staff can do it all. The partnership of
many people is necessary in any successful venture.
And finally, but by no means the least, I want to thank our Saint Andrew students.
Thank you for your hard work, for your hunger for knowledge, and for striving for
excellence. I am constantly amazed at what you are able to accomplish both in and
outside of the classroom. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, I never tire boasting
about you to my priest friends. You’re the best!
www.gosaintandrew.com
Annual Young Adult BBQ
Join us for the annual YAM BBQ on Sunday, October 6 after the 5:30 PM Mass. Any parishioner or
visitor in their 20's or 30's is invited to attend. This year we are doing something different! The BBQ
will be held just off campus after the 5:30 PM Mass. Join us for fellowship and fun at the house of
parishioner Matt Klenda. We will walk over as a group after the 5:30 PM Mass.
Annual YAM BBQ
Sunday, October 6
7 PM (after the 5:30 Mass)
3702 N. Hermitage Ave
Cost: FREE!
Join us for hamburgers, hot dogs, brews and fun! Meet members of the YAM!
RSVP to help us plan how much to buy! VincentLacey@saintandrewchicago.com
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College Prep Volunteer Event for Hgh Schoolers! Share your
college knowledge, YAMmers!
Help students from the archdiocese of Chicago prepare for college at this one-day event! This is an
awesome, hands-on day of volunteering. We will help students with mock interviews, college essay
development, and college/career exploration--just by sharing your experiences. No additional prep
necessary. You only have to be available on the date and times below.
When: Saturday, October 12th, 2013
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Our Lady of Tepeyac, 2228 S Whipple (We will meet at St. Andrew at 8:15 AM to ride
together)
What: College Preparation Event supporting students at Our Lady of Tepeyac as they prepare to
apply to colleges.
Notes: We will provide preparation materials in advance and a brief orientation for the day on the
day of the College Preparation Event.
RSVP: VincentLacey@saintandrewchicago.com by October 1!
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September 29, 2013
Community News & Activities
Knights of Columbus Intellectual Disabilities Drive
This weekend after all the masses, the Knights of Columbus will be outside of
church collecting for their Annual Intellectual Disabilities Drive. All of the funds
collected, except for the cost of the candy, go directly to organized groups that
service the needs of the intellectually disabled and learning
disabled in local parishes, as well as in the community, such as Special Olympics.
Stop by to help out a good cause, and get yourself a Tootsie Roll.
BABY BOTTLE PROJECT
Beginning October 5th, our Church will be participatin in the Baby Bottle Project
benefiting the Women’s Centers of Greater Chicagoland. This non-profit organizatin
directly assists mothers and families experiencing crisis pregnacies by offering
emotional, financial, material and spiritual support through counseling, clothing and
monetary provisions, prayer, and other aid. Each year the three locations together
have over 5,000 appointments with expecting Mothers. By God’s Grace, The
Women’s Centers have saved over 36,000 babies and their mothers from abortion
since opening in 1984.
Please take a Baby Bottle home with you from the Church on October 55-6, fill it with
your spare change, and return the weekend of October 27th
This is a simple, but crucial fundraising effort for the Women’s Centers. Please
note the Baby Bottles cost almost $1.00 per bottle and are recycled afterwards so
please return upon completion of the project. Thank you for helping defend life, and
remember to keep all pro-life undertakings in your prayers
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DREW’S DOLLARS
Fundraising while you shop!
Thank you for your participation in the Drew’s
Dollars gift card program! Orders are once again
due on Monday mornings. You can drop them off
at the RECTORY or SCHOOL offices. You can
pick up your orders on Thursday mornings at the
RECTORY or SCHOOL office. We will continue to
have the usual Jewel, Target, Dominick’s, Starbucks,
Walgreens, CVS and Dunkin Donuts on hand at the
rectory for purchase. Please email Julie Richards at
julierichards@saintandrewchicago.com if you have
any questions. Thanks for making this program so
successful!
A complete packet of information is available about
DREW’S DOLLARS as you enter the Church. Also,
please see the Saint Andrew website for additional
information or call Julie Richards at 773-525-3016 at
the Parish house.
September 29, 2013
Please support our generous
Soiree and Scramble Sponsors:
Philip K. Bandle
Vice President, Investments
773.880.2192
LOCATED AT:
1946 West Irving Park Road
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September 29, 2013
Congratulations St. Andrew School!!!
On Tuesday, September 24, the U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, recognized Saint Andrew School
as part of the 2013 cohort of National Blue Ribbon Schools. This is a prestigious honor that represents
excellence in education.
We can all be proud of this accomplishment that has become a reality because of the teamwork between
students, teachers, parents and administrators. Our Spirit- Study- Service way of life has never been more
evident! We are proud and we are humbled for this honor.
Saint Andrew is a safe and supportive school for the whole child, promoting academic success, spiritual
awareness and service for the common good.
Saint Andrew has a rich history and a strong presence in today’s educational community. Its Spirit- StudyService values are woven into every facet of life.
Saint Andrew has been described as more than a school, but a way of life. It is the expression of selfsacrificing, good hearted people that make the community of Saint Andrew so special.
Saint Andrew’s dedication to study is exemplified in our small class size that fosters a positive atmosphere for
learning where students scaffold their success and gain confidence from a ‘just right’ challenge. Extracurricular
opportunities are abundant and help foster a self-assured student.
Our commitment to service and sacrifice is apparent in school projects that are not focused on student reward.
The partnership between teachers and parents is evident by an active school board that serves on committees,
such as finance, athletics, marketing, admissions, facilities, events, fundraising, volunteers, middle school
advisory and spiritual awareness.
Saint Andrew teachers have a passion for teaching and are dedicated to student success.
An active parent partnership, dedicated teachers and high academic standards ensures that Saint Andrew will
continue to hold a prominent place educating children for years to come. We are proud of our past and excited
for our future!
Thank you for being part of this Blue Ribbon School!