January 3rd, 2016 - St. Jude the Apostle Parish

St. Jude the Apostle Church
South Holland, IL
Established 1957
Rev. Ignatius I. Anaele
Pastor
Rev. John J. Powers
Pastor Emeritus
Herbert Drazba
Deacon
Mel Stasinski
Deacon
Timothy Springer
Deacon
Linda Morgridge
Business Manager
Shawn Perkins
Music Minister
Marsha Johnson
Coordinator of Religious Education
Kenneth Ziolkowski
Parish Finance Council Chair
John Turton
Parish Pastoral Council Chair
880 E. 154th St., South Holland, IL 60473
Rectory Office Phone: 708 333-3550
Fax: 708 339-3336
Children’s Religious Education: 708 225-1180
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.stjudetheapostle.org
Weekend Masses:
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday 8:00, 10:00, 11:30 AM
Weekday Masses:
Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM
Holy Day Masses:
Vigil 7:00 PM Holy Day 8:30 AM
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday 4:15 to 4:45 PM
Baptisms: Arrangements must be made
in advance for catechesis and reception
of the sacrament. All families must be
registered parishioners. Contact the
Rectory office at 708 333-3550.
CHRIST OUR SAVIOR
CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Executive Pastor - Rev. Ignatius I. Anaele
Principal - Mrs. Karen Brodzik 708-333-8173
www.christoursaviorcatholicschool.org
MISSION STATEMENT
We, the family of faith of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church
in South Holland, nourished by the Word of God and Sacraments
commit ourselves to know, love, live, and celebrate Jesus the Christ.
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January 3, 2016
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat., Jan. 2
5:00 PM
James T. Batzek & Gregory Zurek Requested by The Batzek Family
Sun., Jan. 3
8:00 AM John & Angie Ostarello Requested by The Family
10:00 AM Sr. Kaye Morrison
11:30 AM Frank, Helen & Paul Styka Requested by Eleanore Styka
J.P. Meneghin & Phyllis Howard (Birthday Remembrance) Requested by Klein Family
Mon., Jan. 4
8:30 AM
Sally Lelo-Klimaszewski Requested by Louise Muszynski
Larry Farnesi (Birthday Remembrance) & Whittle Family Requested by Eileen Whittle
Tues., Jan. 5
8:30 AM
People of the Parish
Wed., Jan. 6
8:30 AM
Flo, Helene & Dorothy Lucas Requested by The Lucas Family
Thur., Jan. 7
8:30 AM
James Milkowski Requested by Edna Lucas
Fri., Jan. 8
8:30 AM
Walter & Beverly Valag Requested by Edna Lucas
Sat., Jan. 9
5:00 PM
M/M A. Kosmala & Family Requested by Family
Timothy F. Roe Requested by Rita Roe & Family
Sun., Jan.10
2015
2014
12-21-14
$4,847.00
Fiscal Year To Date:
$135,524.32
$138,529.55
Thank you for your support of the parish.
Registered Families - 598
Tuesday - Jan. 5, 2016
Holy Hour following Mass
Choir Practice 7:00 PM
Holy Name Society 7:30 PM
The wine
used at the
Eucharist
for the month of
January
is in Thanksgiving
from
The Ferdinand Family.
We thank them for their generosity.
Hospitality Sunday
will be held next
Sunday on January
10th after the
Masses.
In your prayers
please remember
Robert Tomczak.
May he rest in peace.
DATE/MASS
LECTORS
WEEKDAYS MON—FRI
8:00 AM Rosary
8:30 AM Mass
9:00 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet
Monday - Jan. 4, 2016
Church Cleaning after Mass
8:00 AM Leslie Rieger (4th Anniversary) Requested by Mary Simms
10:00 AM For suffering Christians throughout the world
11:30 AM St. Jude Purgatorial Society
12-20-15
$5,527.00
St. Jude
Parish
Calendar
Stop by McMahon Hall for fellowship.
Wednesday - Jan. 6, 2016
Bible Study 7:00 PM
Saturday - Jan. 9, 2016
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10 AM
Reconciliation 4:15-4:45 PM
Mass 5:00 PM
Sunday - Jan. 10, 2016
Masses at 8:00, 10:00, 11:30
Hospitality Sunday
Youth Group Meeting 1 PM
Monday - Jan. 11, 2016
Church Cleaning after Mass
Knights of Columbus 7 PM
Tuesday - Jan. 12, 2016
Holy Hour following Mass
Choir Practice 7:00 PM
Wednesday - Jan. 13, 2016
Bible Study 7:00 PM
Saturday - Jan. 16, 2016
Reconciliation 4:15-4:45 PM
Mass at 5:00 PM
Sunday - Jan. 17, 2016
Masses at 8:00, 10:00, 11:30
$plit the Pot tickets
will be sold in the
lobby of the church.
Tickets are $1 each
or 6 for $5.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
ALTAR SERVERS
Saturday
January 9 5:00 PM
Mark Ziemkowski
Sunday
January 10 8:00 AM
Sylvia Stasinski
Nancy Burrage, Karen Fleszewski
Orie Matyasik, Mary Simms
John Paul Ntamere
Bobby Gula
Sunday
January 10 10:00 AM
Pat Anderson
Inez Bertrand, Margaret Chavers
Alex & Susan Morris
Odera Edeh
Agnes Chew, Eloise Grochowski
Michael Jackson, Shirley Krenkel
Chelcie Oparanozie
Etienne Atangana
Sunday
January 10 11:30 AM
John Krilich
Carmen & Jesse Bermudez
Zenovia Evans, Irene Sikorski
Nick Ziemkowski
January 3, 2016
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Epiphany
Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long
& New Year’s Celebration
Let us join together as a parish family to mark the
conclusion of the Christmas season.
At the beginning of the new year, let us thank God for
the blessings of the past year, and pray for happiness, health, and blessings in the year to come.
We invite you to join us for a special gathering followed by a potluck. Bring your favorite dish.
Join us today at 3:00 PM
for a joyful celebration!
TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
Over the next few weeks, if you were to stroll around Prague or Budapest or Kraków, you might see
curious grafitti scratched in chalk over some doorways:
"20 C M B 16." The families dwelling behind those doors have celebrated the Epiphany door blessing. They have gathered before the feast-day meal, probably after Mass, and the head of the family
has traced the sign of the cross on the piece of chalk. Standing on a ladder, the leader traces the
numbers for the new year, and the letters C M B for Christus Mansionem Benedicat, Latin for "May
Christ bless this house." The letters also point to the names that tradition has assigned to the mysterious magi, Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar--although scripture tells us nothing of their number,
their country, or their names.
The blessing speaks of journeys ended and journeys begun at the doorway, and prays that all journeys be as satisfying as was the magi's. It prays that the house beyond the door have the quality of
love and peace that the magi marveled at when they at last arrived in Bethlehem. In some countries where the Soviet Union tried to impose a harsh atheism, the vigor of this household custom
survived all efforts to erase Christian customs. In the years of struggle, the chalked blessings were
a pervasive sign of defiance, and now in the light of new freedoms, they are a sign of the resilience
of our tradition and the fulfillment of the magi's quest for meaning and peace.
--Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
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SHEDSOMELIGHT
Christ Our Savior Catholic School
Our seventh grade students were asked to reflect how
they can make the world a better place in the year 2016.
You will read some very thoughtful, insightful ideas as
how to live out the Gospel message of Christ Our Savior.
I can start by changing my attitude. When somebody
hurts me, instead of being mad at them, I can forgive
them with a warm smile. I can donate some money to
the church. I can help to make the world a better place
by volunteering to clean up trash around my community.
Chikelu Egbuna
Every time that I see my friends I can greet them with a
compliment. I can spread positive vibes to everyone that
I know. I will try my best not to spread any negative energy. Santonien Flowers
I can take time and volunteer at church. I can recycle
and avoid littering around my neighborhood. Recycling
and reducing littering can make the environment look
nice and healthy for people and animals to live in. I can
forgive others for the things they have done wrong. Instead of being mean and creating an argument, I can forgive because God forgives us whenever we have done
something wrong. Edith Lwanyaga
During 2016, I am going to learn to forgive others, to be
more respectful and to share with my family all the time.
I will pray to God to help me out with these deeds since I
love him. Marcus Pierrre-Louis
If someone is sad and they need someone to talk to, I will
try to listen and help. I want to be able to show people
that if you put a smile on your face, the whole world
could probably be happier. I love to see people smile so
in 2016 I will try to make people laugh more and forget
about all the negative things in life. Ariana Whyte
It is just the simple things that can cause change. In 2016
I will always come in with a smile no matter what is going on in my life. A smile on your face gives those who
are sad and most in need of happiness in their lives a
chance to smile themselves. I am going to be kind to everyone. It would make God happy. I will give to those
who have less than me. Help them and you will be happier yourself knowing that you are helping somebody
who needs it. To my fellow peers….be happy, be smart,
be positive, be kind and keep your head up. If you feel
like you have nobody, you still have GOD. Starr Hollis
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
In Christ’s Love,
Karen Brodzik
Principal
January 3, 2016
Today we take up the collection for the Church in Latin
America. Your gift will fund catechesis, pastoral programs, marriage and family life projects, seminarian
education and many other necessary programs. Your
support will provide seeds to grow the faith for years to
come. To learn more visit www.usccb.org/latin-america.
Thornton Township HS Dist. 205 Board of Ed
Invites you to visit their website www.district205.net
and complete the Fiscal Strategic Plan Survey.
Questions can be directed to Mrs. Fisher at 708 2254002 or [email protected]
Archdiocesan Mass for Life
Saturday January 9, 2016 5 P.M.
St. Cletus 600 W. 55th St. La Grange
708 352-6209
We remember the innocent children lost and the men,
women and families hurt through abortion. Archbishop
Blasé Cupich will be the principal celebrant.
Presentation on the Year of Mercy
Sunday, January 10th 1:30 P.M.
Infant Jesus of Prague Church Hall
Dr. Mary Amore presents:
The Francis Effect: Fountain of Mercy.
Mary is Director of Mercy at Mayslake Ministries in
Downers Grove, Il. Light refreshments will be served
there will be a free will offering.
Mass Intentions
There are openings in the 2016 Mass book. If you would
like to request a Mass intention in memory of a loved
one, for a member of your family, in celebration of an
anniversary or birthday for 2016, please fill out the form
below and include your $10 stipend. It may be put in
the weekly collection or brought to the Rectory office
during business hours.
Mass Intention for
________________________________________
Mass Requested by
________________________________________
Contact Phone Number
________________________________________
January 3, 2016
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TODAY'S READINGS
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
First Reading -- Rise up in splendor, Jerusalem! The
Monday: 1 Jn 3:22 -- 4:6; Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a;
Mt 4:12-17, 23-25
LORD shines upon you and the glory of the Lord appears
over you (Isaiah 60:1-6).
Psalm -- Lord, every nation on earth will adore you
(Psalm 72).
Second Reading -- The mystery has been made
known that the Gentiles are coheirs, copartners in the
promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel
(Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6).
Gospel -- Magi from the east arrived, saying, "Where is
the newborn king of the Jews?" (Matthew 2:1-12).
Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10; Ps 72:1-4, 7-8; Mk 6:34-44
Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13;
Mk 6:45-52
Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19 -- 5:4; Ps 72:1-2, 14, 15bc, 17;
Lk 4:14-22a
Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Lk 5:12-16
Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149:1-6a, 9b; Jn 3:22-30
Sunday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 4; Is Ps 29:1-4,
3, 9-10; Acts 10:34-38; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22
Jubilee of Mercy
Every week we reflect ONE WORD AT A
TIME. The reflections help us put the
word into practice in our everyday lives.
We have begun with the seven corporal
works of mercy. They will be followed
by the seven spiritual works of mercy.
These works of mercy have a corporal
or physical dimension as well as a spiritual one and come to us from the Bible
and our spiritual tradition. They are
proven ways to share God’s mercy with
others.
Pope Francis tells us - “ May the
Jubilee of Mercy bring us all closer
to God’s goodness and love.”
Jubilee of Mercy commenced on the
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and will conclude on the Solemnity
of Our Lord Jesus Christ King of the
Universe
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