To him all the prophets bear witness, that

To him all the
prophets bear
witness, that
everyone who
believes in him
will receive
forgiveness of sins
through his name.
— Acts 10:43
March 26th/27th, 2016
EASTER SUNDAY
Vol. XVIII Issue 13
River Grove, IL. 60171
page 2
RECTORY
2601 Clinton Street
River Grove, IL. 60171
A
lleluia! Today we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. This glorious event
is the centerpiece of our faith and the fulfillment of God's promise to mankind.
Jesus' resurrection marks the triumph of good over evil, sin and death.
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday*
8:00AM - 4:30PM
*ONLY on Friday’s - Closed at 3PM
(Closed during Lunch 12PM - 1PM)
EVENING HOURS:
All Wednesdays &
3rd Tuesday of each month
4:30PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY (as of 8/1)
9:00AM - 1:00PM
SUNDAY (as of 8/1)
8:30AM - 12:15PM
TELEPHONE #’s :
(708) 453-4800 / 453-5308
Fax #: (708) 453-6141
EMAIL ADDRESS:
[email protected]
WEB SITE ADDRESS:
www.stcyprian.org
T
hank you for joining in our parish Lenten journey. As we prayed and
journeyed together toward Easter, we hope this time of reflection helped to
deepen your faith and strengthen your relationship with God.
Additionally, thank you for your contributions to our parish with your time, your
talent, your treasure and most importantly your prayers. Generosity like yours
helps us create and sustain an inviting and fulfilling church atmosphere
throughout the year. We are deeply grateful for your support.
STEWARDSHIP - Easter Sunday
“He went about doing good and healing all those oppressed by the devil, for
God was with him.” (ACTS 10:31)
On this Easter Sunday, allow Jesus to fill your mind, body and soul. Pray for
guidance on how to live your life, open your heart to those in need and give
thanks to God for all that He has given you.
SCHOOL :
2561 Clinton Street
(708) 453-6300
www.stcyps.org
Fax (708) 453-6141
Extended Day Care:
(708) 533-4401
Religious Education:
2601 Clinton Street
(708) 453-5719
Rev. Darrio Boscutti
Pastor
Rev. Eugene Gratkowski
Pastor Emeritus
Please Pray for those enrolled during
March 2016
in the
St. Cyprian Memorial Fund:
Bill Tarpey, Sr.
Philip J. Mole
MEMORIAL FUND
The Memorial Fund helps to fund special items that are used during our
liturgies. These gifts will be passed on to the future generations coming after us
here at St. Cyprian. Enrollment envelopes can be found in the bookrack in
church. Cards are available in the rectory to send on to families you’d like to
notify about the donation. These are similar to the Mass intentions cards.
Mr. John Walters
Deacon
Mrs. Margie Marshall
School Principal
Ms. Mary Morvay
Coordinator-Religious Education
Mrs. Lynette Lilly
Music Director
Mrs. Ronda Shotsberger
Business Manager
February 2015 ………
Weekend Collections ………. $ 23,994.67
Other……………… $
717.36
Total
$ 24,712.03
February 2016 ………
Weekend Collections ………. $ 27,683.54
Other ……………… $
798.00
Total
$ 28,481.54
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ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO
ARCHBISHOP QUIGLEY CENTER
835 North Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611-2030
Easter Sunday
Jubilee of Mercy
Dear Sisters and Brothers in the Risen Lord,
When we celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord at Easter,
we affirm the center of our faith and we renew our hope.
Jesus’ Resurrection signals His victory over sin and death.
He has conquered whatever would diminish us and separate
us from God and the fullness of life.
We all need this celebration of Easter which can be like an
infusion of air and light I our lives which are often
weighted down by sickness, anxiety, broken relationships,
and personal struggle with sin and temptation. As we
continue our life journey, we can count on the Resurrection
of Jesus as a sure compass of hope that helps us navigate
our turbulent world.
In this Jubilee Year of Mercy, we clearly recognize that the
Resurrection of Jesus is the triumph of God’s mercy. The
new life and hope that the Resurrection brings us is not the
result of our works or merits. It is pure grace, a sheer gift
of love that comes to us because of God’s mercy. When
we stand before that mercy, we know that we are both
indebted and responsible. We are indebted to the Lord for
His gift, and all we can do is give Him thanks and sing His
praise. We are also responsible, for if mercy has touched
us we must then be the hands and instruments of God’s
mercy in the world. When we carry on the spiritual and
corporal works of mercy, we give living witness to our faith
in His most merciful Resurrection.
Let us pray for one another. Let us renew our faith in the
power of Christ’s Resurrection to bring God’s mercy and
renewal to a world in need.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Blase J. Cupich
Archbishop of Chicago
Parishioner Survey
Archbishop Cupich
wants your input
When
Archbishop
Cupich announced the
“Renew My Church”
initiative in January, he
invited everyone in the Archdiocese of Chicago
to participate in the process of revitalizing our
parish communities. Just as Pope Francis asked
Catholics across the globe for their input prior
to the Synod of Bishops meetings in 2014 and
2015, Archbishop Cupich is asking for your
help as the Archdiocese begins a new listening
phase of this important effort.
Please take time
to respond to a
survey designed
to help Archbishop Cupich and the Archdiocese
better understand the perspectives of Catholics
across Cook and Lake Counties. The survey
will be available beginning on Easter Sunday at:
www.archchicago.org/renew
We encourage you to complete the survey
online. Paper copies will be available.
THIS WEEK...
Sunday, March 27th
EASTER SUNDAY
Masses at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM &
11:00 AM - Family Mass
9:30 We are Now - CR
Monday, March 28th
No School Easter Break
March 25th thru April 1st
Wednesday, March 30th
7:30 Seeds of Faith - CR
Saturday, April 2nd
8:30 Fatima Devotion
Sunday, April 3rd
9:30 We are Now - CR
12:30 Baptisms
SCHOOL
NEWS…
REGISTRATION
FOR 2016-2017
If you’re
considering
Catholic education
for your child(ren),
contact Mrs.
Marshall ([email protected])
or Mrs. Ewig([email protected])
or call us at 708-453-6300. Learn
more about St. Cyprian’s excellent
academics and faith-based learning
environment, as well as the
scholarships we have available for
new families. There are openings in
every classroom, from 3-year-old
preschool through 8th grade!
SPRING FASHION SHOW
VFW Women’s Auxiliary of
River Grove
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 6PM
At: Elmcrest Banquets - 7370 W.
Grand Ave. Elmwood Park, IL.
Enjoy Dinner, Fashion Show
and Raffle
Fashions provided by
Chico’s of River Forest
SUMMER
CAMP
We are excited
to announce that
St. Cyprian
School will be
offering Summer
Camp this year! We will offer 7
weeklong camp sessions, June 13 –
July 29, 9am-4pm. Extended Day
will be available from 7-9am and 46pm. Camp will feature sports and
games, arts and crafts, daily
academic activities, and weekly
field trips. Camp is open to children
entering 4-year-old preschool
through 6th grade in the fall. Visit
the school website
(www.stcyps.org) or call 708-4536300 for more information! Space
is limited, so register by April 15th
to guarantee your spot!
THE GOLDEN WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY MASS
The Golden Wedding Anniversary
Mass will be held on Sunday,
September 18, 2016, at 2:45 PM,
at Holy Name Cathedral,
735 North State Street,
Chicago, Illinois.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Week of 3/28: No School (Spring
Break)
Monday, 4/4: Classes resume
Wednesday, 4/6: School mass 8am
led by 8th grade; Da Luciano Night
Proceeds go to support
Hines Hospital Veterans
Cost - $38/ Ticket
Please RSVP by Wednesday,
March 30th
For further info, please call:
Linda Calabrese at 708-456-3663
Couples married in 1966 interested
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in attending this celebration should
contact the rectory to register.
For further info, call the Marriage
and Family Ministries Office at
312.534.8351 or at: www.
Marriageandfamilyministries.org
JOYFUL AGAIN!
Retreat/workshop for widowed
men/women. Being widowed is a
special loss, and this program is
designed especially to help the
widowed find hope & joy again.
Dates: April 9th & 10th
This program will be held at Holy
Family Medical Center (now
Presence/Resurrection) at Golf Rd.
& River Rd. in Des Plaines, IL.
(sponsored by Rainbow Hospice)
Space is limited - Early registration
is encouraged.
For more info contact us at Joyful
Again! Widowed Ministry Phone:
1-708-354-7211
E-mail: joyfulagain7211@
gmail.com
Website: www.joyfulagain.org
“DAMIEN” Saint Damien,
“The Leper Priest of Molokai”
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Our Lady, Mother the Church
(8701 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago,
will be hosting the acclaimed play
“Damien” on Sunday, April 10,
2016 at 2:30 PM.
Damien is a powerful one-man play
written by Aldyth Morris, starring
Chicago’s very own Wayne
Messmer. This production has
brought audiences to their feet with
the inspirational story of this
humble Belgian Priest, now a saint,
who lived and died among the
lepers settlement on the Hawaiian
Island of Molokai in the late
1800’s. Hopefully, you will join us
to witness this incredible theatrical
experience. Wayne Messmer
portrays this man of courage,
strength & conviction in this
powerful 90-minute stage
presentation.
ST. WILLIAM PARISH
PRESENTS
“RAISING THE ROOF” APRIL 1ST & 2ND!
For Adults 21 years & over… St.
William Parish presents “Raising
The Roof” - 2 nights of food,
music, prizes, an original comedy
production by The Harlem Nights
Players and guest appearances by
Chicago celebrities including Rich
“Svengoolie” Koz, April 2.
Tickets are $10 - available at the
rectory, or at the door on show
nights. (doors open at 6 PM - show
starts at 7:30 PM)
“Raising the Roof” will be
presented at St. William’s Liebrich
Hall, 2559 N. Sayre
You could win a 50” HDTV!
For more information, please call
(773) 637-6565
This Easter
Sunday our
Thoughts and
Prayers go out
to all the men
and women in
the Armed
Forces, as well
as, their families; no matter
what corner of the globe they
may be serving and protecting
our Liberty and Freedom! May
the Prince of Peace return you all
home safe and sound of mind,
body and soul.
WE REMEMBER YOU,
O RISEN LORD
We remember you, O risen Lord,
New Covenant at the feast of the
cross.
Your resurrection dresses the table
for the bread of heaven and the cup
of salvation.
Blessed are you!
—From Come, Lord Jesus by Lucien Deiss, CSSp,
copyright © 1976, 1981, Lucien Deiss. Published
by World Library Publications. p.163
Tickets will also be available at the
Parish Office
(773) 625-3369 or on-line at
Ourladymotherchurch.com/damien
Please let us help you REGISTER
It only takes a few
moments to Register
and Join our parish
Family & Community!
or UPDATE your previous
registration information!
To better serve you as a parishioner,
it is important that our records reflect
Welcome to
Saint Cyprian!
accurate information about you and
your family.

 I/We would like to enroll as parishioner (s) *  Change/update address, telephone #, other
 Last Name ( please print )
First Name
Home or cell phone number we can reach you at:
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*Please Note: to fully complete registration additional information is necessary. You can stop in the rectory, drop this form in collection basket (we will call you), or go online at www.stcyprian.org
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For All Those Requiring Health CARE!
May God the Father - Bless Them
May God the Son - Heal Them
May God the Holy Spirit - Console Them
May the Mother of God - Comfort Them
Those who within the last two
weeks have been hospitalized and/
or have become/are seriously ill:
Bernadette Sedlacek
Jim Pappas
Tom Bernard
Ted Kunges
Those who within the last month
need continuing prayers:
Mary Kamowski
Helen Cunningham
Barbara Heatley
Jack Sochnuk
Mary Morvay
Dan Pankiewicz
Randy Watson
Jan Monaghan
Those who have requested to
remain on the prayer list: *
Lucy Cunningham,
Michael DeLuca, Chuck Goodwin,
Bernice Heidenreich,
John Iovinelli, Charles Kamin,
Tom Mayer, Bobbie Misiora,
James Moretti, Carolyn Nanni,
Domenic Nanni, Father Larry Nemer,
Barbara Nevers, Reginald Nevers,
Bill Noesen, Marion Riss,
Amy Schreiner, Michael Solberg,
Wally Solberg, Rita Tudron,
Julie Vacca, Andrew Valko,
Marilyn Zawne, Gerry Zych
(* must contact the rectory to
request remaining on this list
beyond initial full month)
Saturday evening MASS at 5:00 PM
Sunday mornings at 7:30, 9:00 & 11:00
Weekday mornings at 8:00 AM
&
Check bulletin for Holyday Mass times
SACRAMENTS:
BAPTISM We celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism on the 4th Sunday of
every month at 12:30 PM. Parents will be required to attend one
Baptismal Preparation Session, prior to the Baptismal date. All
arrangements are to be made in advance by calling the rectory
at (708)453-4800.
RECONCILIATION -
Saturday 4:15 to 4:45 PM.
Individual appointments can be made by calling the rectory.
MARRIAGE - Preparations should be made 6 months in
advance. Call the rectory for additional information.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK & COMMUNION CALLS -
Please call the rectory to have a priest come for the Sacrament
of the Sick. Our parish family will be happy to pray for you when
you are sick. Please call the rectory to have your loved ones
included on our prayer list.
BULLETIN ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS -
Requirement for both parish and non-parish organizations
articles - All must be in the rectory by 8AM , on the Friday 10 days
prior to the Sunday the information is to appear in. Deadline may
be EARLIER if there is a major HOLYDAY and/or HOLIDAY!
MISSION STATEMENT
of the
St. CYPRIAN PARISH COMMUNITY
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 All Faithful Departed
St. Cyprian’s is a Catholic community that strives,
in its works and in its worship,
in its witness and welcome to all,
to live the Gospel in union with one another
and with Jesus, who is the heart of all that matters.
Mass Intentions, Ministers’ Schedule, and Readings
page 7
Stop in the rectory to find out how to enroll a loved one,
and/or, commemorate any special family blessing or event.
Saturday, March 26th
HOLY SATURDAY/EASTER VIGIL
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Sunday, March 27th
EASTER SUNDAY
7:30 AM
John & Jeanette Obrzut
Bill Tarpey, Sr.
Amelia Rizzo
9:00AM
Sullivan Family
Angelo Cerasani
Larry Luberda
11:00AM
Jack & Ruth Boscutti
Martin Hare
Agata Canonaco
Dan Luberda
Anna Casalino
Mark Garbrecht
Memorial Remembrances
Monday, March 28th
8:00 AM
Birthday Intention for
Darlene Bauman
Tuesday , March 29th
8:00 AM
Special Intention
Wednesday , March 30th
8:00 AM
Birthday Remembrance
for Helen Kuczek
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Thursday, March 31st
8:00 AM
Helen Baloun
Mitchell Pross
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Friday, April 1st
8:00 AM
Special Intention
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Saturday, April 2nd
8:00 AM
Birthday Intention for
Mary Duggan
2:00 PM - Wedding of
Linda Joy Bevilacqua &
Jeffrey Thomas McWherter
5:00 PM
Ogrodny & Truty Families
Paul Cunningham
Mark Garbrecht
John Trasatti
Birthday Intention for
Mary Duggan
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Sunday, April 3rd
7:30 AM
Jack & Ruth Boscutti
Helen Jones
Billy Marcy
9:00AM
Deceased Members of
the Micek Family
Larry Luberda
11:00AM
Dan Luberda
Gospel — Three witnesses,
Mary, Peter, and John; each
responds to the empty tomb
(John 20:1-9) or Luke 24:1-12
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the
Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International
Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All
rights reserved.
Wedding Banns
3rd Publication
Linda Joy Bevilacqua &
Jeffrey Thomas McWherther
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Peter is an
eyewitness: The Lord is
risen (Acts 10:34a, 37-43).
Psalm — This is the day the
Lord has made; let us
rejoice and be glad (Psalm
118).
(1) Second Reading — All who
are baptized, set your
hearts in heaven (Colossians
3:1-4) or
(2) Second Reading — Christ
our Passover is sacrificed;
therefore let us celebrate (1
Corinthians 5:6b-8).
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Mon: Acts 2:14, 22-33; Ps 16:12, 5, 7-11; Mt 28:8-15
Tues: Acts 2:36-41; Ps 33:4-5,
18-20, 22; Jn 20:11-18
Wed: Acts 3:1-10; Ps 105:1-4, 69; Lk 24:13-35
Thurs: Acts 3:11-26; Ps 8:2, 5-9;
Lk 24:35-48
Fri: Acts 4:1-12; Ps 118:1-2, 4,
22-27; Jn 21:1-14
Sat: Acts 4:13-21; Ps 118:1, 1421; Mk 16:9-15
Sun: Acts 5:12-16; Ps 118:2-4,
13-15, 22-24; Rv 1:9-11a,
12-13, 17-19; Jn 20:19-31
BEGINNING AND END
Faith is the beginning and the
end is love.
—St. Ambrose
Apr.
2-3
Commentator
Lector
Minister of
Bread
Minister of Cup
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Servers
5:00
L. Ozga
A. Petras
M. Mellett
E. Mendez
Sr. Carol
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T. Mirabella
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J. Burzynski
A. Krewer
L. DeFelice
C. Hilgart
C. Zablocki
I. Cicirello
K. Johnson
A. Jajko
J. Jajko
V. Lio
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J. Korus
M. Ramirez
L. Ramirez
M. Casamassimo
G. Anderson
K. Moretti
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