“O you of little faith, why did you doubt?”

The Gregorian
“O you of
little faith, why
did you doubt?”
August 10, 2014
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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St. Gregory the Great
Mission Statement
St. Gregory the Great is a Catholic Church made up of people of many different ages, talents, and cultural backgrounds.
We are an urban faith community with a small town feel of welcome and hospitality. Motivated by our baptismal calling,
we accept our duty to embody the presence of Jesus Christ in the world and to take up the mission he entrusted to us by our
word and example.
We glorify God through support and service of our time, talent, and treasure to our church and to the larger community
in which we live.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
In this Gospel, Jesus immediately stretched out his hand and caught Peter, and said to him, “O you of
little faith, why did you doubt?” Please help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul bring respite and hope
To the elderly who are not able to find relief from the summer heat, and you will bring them faith and
hope!
ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASSES
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish will be having adult confirmation classes, Oct 1 – Nov 26 from 7 – 9pm.
The sacrament will be conferred at St. Clement Parish on December 2.
Any adult, baptized and having received communion but never confirmed, is encouraged to complete his/her
initiation sacraments. For more information call #312-534-8032
RCIA INFO SESSION
Sister Regina will be offering an information session on the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults after each of the
Masses on the weekend of August 9 – 10. This info session is for any adult interested in becoming a Catholic or
completing the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. For further details call the Parish Center #773-561-3546
or e-mail: [email protected]
THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
MASS—FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 AT 6:30PM
Holy Day of Obligation
Weekly Calendar
Monday:
August 10 (Sunday)
4:00pm—Taizé Prayer Service—Church
5:00pm—Charismatic prayer group—Baseheart rm.
August 12 (Tuesday)
7:00pm—Bingo—Social Hall
August 13 (Wednesday)
12:00pm—Friendship Club—Baseheart Room
6:30pm—Novena—Church
7:00pm—CAPS meeting—Social Hall
August 15 (Friday)
6:30pm—Mass of the Assumption
6:45pm—Women’s scripture study—Parish Center
Readings for the Week
Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14;
Mt 17:22-27
Tuesday:
Ez 2:8 — 3:4; Ps 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131;
Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14
Wednesday: Ez 9:1-7; 10:18-22; Ps 113:1-6; Mt 18:15-20
Thursday: Ez 12:1-12; Ps 78:56-59, 61-62:
Mt 18:21 — 19:1
Friday:
Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2;
Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14; 1 Cor 15:54b-57;
Lk 11:27-28
Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab;
Ps 45:10-12, 16; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56
Saturday: Ez 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19;
Mt 19:13-15
Sunday:
Is 56:1, 6-7; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8;
Rom 11:13-15, 29-32; Mt 15:21-28
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YEAR OF SACRAMENTS—ONE WORD AT A TIME
Mark
The sacraments mark us. Somehow, they make us different and never leave us the same as we
were. Certain sacraments—Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders—mark and shape our
identity forever. We receive these sacraments only once, and that is once and forever. They
impart what is called a “sacramental character” marking us off as belonging to Jesus Christ
in Baptism, sealed by the Holy Spirit in Confirmation, and conformed to Jesus Christ, the
head and shepherd of the Church, in Holy Orders.
The other sacraments mark us on our ongoing journey of Christian discipleship as sustained
by the sacrifice of Jesus and our union with him (Eucharist), as forgiven sinners (Penance),
as healed (Anointing of the Sick), and as effective signs of God’s love and life-giving power
in the world (Matrimony).
Whether clearly obvious or subtly present, whether intensely felt or quietly present, the sacraments do mark us as
disciples of Jesus Christ. And we are enriched.
INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER ARTISTS (ICA)
VIOLIN ECHOES
As the leaves turn color, echoes of summer remain, much as the echoes of the violin resound in International
Chamber Artists’ kickoff concert program, which showcases new violinist Ellen McSweeney. Join ICA
musicians on Sunday, September 7 at 3:00 PM at the Belden Stratford Hotel located at 2300 Lincoln Park West,
Chicago, IL 60614.
The program includes:
Edvard Grieg – String Quartet in G minor, Op. 27
George Crumb – Eleven Echoes of Autumn, 1965
Béla Bartók – Contrasts
You’ll have a second opportunity to hear the Violin Echoes concert on Sunday, September 14 at 4:00 PM at the St.
Gregory the Great Church, Chicago, IL 60640.
Experience the tour de force of a stormy, intense, and brooding atmosphere in Edvard Grieg’s String Quartet
No. 1 in G Minor, his only surviving string quartet. In turn, the chilling and diverse timbres of George
Crumb’s Eleven Echoes of Autumn, 1965 might remind one of the transience of seasons. A similar timbral array at
once delights and transfixes the ear in Béla Bartók’s Contrasts, commissioned by the inimitable jazz clarinetist
Benny Goodman.
“We are thrilled to have the thoughtful and talented violinist Ellen McSweeney join us,” says Patrick Godon,
ICA Founder and Artistic Director. “This Violin Echoes concert was designed with Ellen in mind, and with an
intention to help transition from summer to fall – a beautiful season with colorful music. Come to this concert
and welcome Ellen to ICA!”
ICA concerts are free with a suggested donation of $15.
For more information, visit www.ICAmusic.org. You can also like us on Facebook for photos and videos
featuring, musicians, composers and fans.
About ICA
The International Chamber Artists, ICA, is a professional group of talented musicians under the artistic direction of pianist and
conductor Patrick Godon from Chicago, IL. ICA seeks to present performances driven by the highest standards of artistic excellence
while supporting communities and organizations through collaborations and financial support to promote the viability and growth
of classical music audiences for the future.
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SUMMER MISSIONARY APPEAL
Next weekend, Aug. 16-17, Deacon John Battisto will speak at all our Masses about the missionary activities of
the Scalabrini Fathers and Brothers. They were founded by Bishop John Baptist Scalabrini in 1887. They are a
worldwide religious order of priests and brothers with the specific mission to assist in the spiritual and social
needs of migrants and refugees. The Scalabrinians serve migrants of many different ethnic backgrounds. Their
apostolate ranges from multiethnic parishes to centers for migration studies, from refugee camps to chaplaincy
for seasonal workers, from radio and television programs to legal conferences. They serve migrants and refugees
in thirty nations around the world.
The Gospels reveal the compassion Jesus had for all people, foreigners as well as his own countrymen. He
answered the question “Who is my neighbor?” with the parable of the Good Samaritan, showing that any person
in need falls within the scope of responsibility.
The Scalabrinians seek financial support to continue their ministry to migrants and refugees; to educate their
seminarians; and to care for their aging and ill members. This appeal is part of the Mission Cooperative Plan of
the Archdiocese of Chicago. A special collection will be taken up at all the Masses on their behalf. As always, we
ask you to be as generous as possible.
TAIZE PRAYER SERVICE
There will be a Taizé Prayer service on Sunday, Aug. 10 at 4p.m. in Church. Taizé Prayer consists of gentle
chanting in the Taizé style, a reading from scripture, general intercessions, and an opportunity for silent,
reflective prayer in the presence of an icon. This month will feature an icon of Mary in honor of the Feast of the
Assumption of Mary on August 15. If you have never experienced this style of prayer, please join us on Aug. 10.
SATURDAY SCHOOL OF RELIGION— REGISTRATION
Registrations are being taken for Saturday School of Religion for the 2014-2015 year at the Parish Center from
8:30am – 4pm.
Please note that beginning this year any registration AFTER August 31 will incur a LATE FEE of $20.
New families must bring a copy of your child/children’s baptismal certificate.
Tuition remains the same as last year, $100 for one child, $130 for two children, $160 for three or more children in
the same family.
Opening Day is Saturday, September 13, beginning with an opening Mass to the Holy Spirit at 10am in the Church.
Spread the word and register by August 31.
For more information, questions, concerns, contact Sister Regina #773-561-3546 or [email protected]
MINISTRY OF THE WEEK – SCRIPTURE STUDY
The Scripture Study group meets on a weekly basis to read, study and reflect on the Word of God as it is found in
the Bible. Participants have the opportunity to learn more about the background and meaning of the books of the
Bible, to ask questions and to share the impact that the Word of God has had on their lives. Meetings are currently
held on the second Monday of the month in the basement of the Parish Center from 9-10:30a.m. The contact
person for Scripture Study is Sr. Regina De Vitto, 773-561-3546.
FLU SHOTS WITH WALGREENS
On Tuesday, August 19th from 6-7p.m., representatives from Walgreens will be available in the Baseheart Room,
in the basement of the Gym building (1609 W. Gregory), to administer flu and pneumonia shots. For those with
Medicare Part B & Medicaid, the co-pay for a flu shot is $0. If you have Medicare Part B or Medicaid, please bring
in your current card with you for billing. Eligible Medicare Part B patients can also receive a pneumonia shot for
a $0 co-pay. The cost of the flu shot for those who do not have Medicare or Medicaid will be a discounted rate
of $25.99 (cash only) which is $6 off the usual cost. Please call the Parish Center at (773) 561-3546 to let us know
if you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity to get a flu shot so that we can be sure that there is
sufficient vaccine for everyone who comes. No appointment is necessary.
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FILIPINOS OF ST. GREGORY—ANNUAL PICNIC—SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, August 17, 2014, Noon “til it gets dark”, Bunker Hill Forest
Preserve off of Caldwell Ave., South of Touhy Ave., and
North of Devon Ave., Chicago, IL. Grove #1.
Contact Tom Buenvenida at 312-310-0957 for more information.
COME JOIN IN THE FUN!
Raffle tickets will be sold
at the Golf Course and
at the Luncheon.
Winner need not be present!
SOCIAL CARE ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
Saturday, August 23, 2014 at Robert Black Golf Course
(Pratt & Ridge Ave.) Tee Times starting at 8:00a.m.
Rain or Shine!
Call Sr. Barbara at the Parish Center 773-561-3546 to schedule your
Tee Time or to sponsor a hole. Green Fee is $60.00 per person.
Hole Sponsorship is $50.00 per hole.
LUNCHEON WILL BE HELD AT ST. GREGORY SOCIAL HALL, 1609 W. GREGORY ST., CHICAGO
LOWER LEVEL OF THE GYM BUILDING
FOLLOWING THE GOLF OUTING.
COST FOR THE LUNCH ONLY FOR ALL NON-GOLFERS IS $15.00
BLOOD DRIVE—HOSTED BY SOCIAL CARE AND LIFESOURCE
Sunday, August 17, 2014 starting at 8:00a.m. in the High School cafeteria, 1677 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.,
Chicago. For an appointment please contact Sr. Barbara Quinn at 773-561-3546.
WALK-INS WELCOME!
—SAVE LIVES—DONATE BLOOD—
SCRIP PROGRAM
All orders placed the previous weekend can be picked up the following weekend at the 4:30pm Mass on Saturday
or the 8:30 & 10:30am Mass on Sunday. PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING YOUR GIFT CARDS THROUGH OUR SCRIP
PROGRAM. Rebates received from SCRIP go towards the Social Hall Renovation. Login to shopwithscrip.com to
see what’s new and check out their current promotional items.—Thank you for supporting the Scrip Program!
FRIENDSHIP CLUB
Make your plans to join us for some great activities!
August 13, 2014—Regular meeting—12:00p.m.
Sept. 10, 2014—Regular meeting—12:00pm—Pizza $5.00
Oct. 8, 2014—Regular meeting—Christmas in October,
bring a gift!
Oct. 29, 2014—Horseshoe Casino, bus leaves at 9:45am
Cost-$5.00
Wishing to be friends is quick work, but Friendship
is a slow ripening fruit.—Aristotle
BINGO—Bingo at St. Gregory is “Smoke Free”
TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO
AT ST. GREGORY
Games begin at 7:00 PM in the
Gym Basement—Social Hall (1609 West Gregory St.)
$2,250 in prizes (includes 2— $500 games) and a
In case of bad weather, please call the Parish Center at
773-561-3546, after 2:00p.m. for possible cancellation.
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Mass Intentions For The Week
SUNDAY, August 10
8:30—+Rio Dones
+Maleiha Parino
10:30—+Pauline Marra Hardesty
+Mark Miyoshi
MONDAY, August 11
8:30—Parishioners
TUESDAY, August 12
8:30—Parishioners
WEDNESDAY, August 13
8:30—Memorial Fund
THURSDAY, August 14
8:30—+Marty Fegan, 14th anniversary of death
FRIDAY, August 15
8:30—+Adelaida Uychoco
+Jack Harrington
SATURDAY, August 16
8:30—Mely T. Sta Brigada
4:30—+Mary, James & Thomas Nelson
+Tony Ardizzone
SUNDAY, August 17
8:30—+Dorothy Bohdan
10:30—+John Libby
+Dick Doyle
Prayer List
Please pray for the sick and all those
who have asked for our prayers.
Bob Connelly
Patrick Ryan
Tom Ahlfeld
Eloise Coughlin
Kelly Dwyer
Ted Moore
Ray Lariosa
Rita Burke
Antoinette Bedoe
Cookie Anderson
Mary Huinker
Brenda S. Viray
Bill Lee
Horace Rutledge
Shirley Melbye
John De Vitto
Eloise Coughlin
Art Birt
Carmen Rodriguez
Lily Osborne
Peter Saldanha
Virginia Rodriquez
Henry Birt
Jesse Osborne
Marylyn Ahlfeld
Arlene Blake
Dan O’Connell
Patricia Zakrzewski
Pamela Birt King
Val Szymczak
Anne-Helene Cagney
Emilia Salamida Gilber
Juanita B. Lopez
Grace Sullinger
Tom Moulder
Joseph Becker
Carolyn Liesen
Dolores Riccardo
Dan Ahlfeld
Our Armed Forces
Keep in your prayers
all who are in the
armed forces.
Dominick Kearns
Joseph Guido Jr.
Erix A. Sutton
Matthew Harvey
David Murcio
Ramil Cabute
John Hernandez
Tony Murillo
Nino Villamore
Edward Hurtado
Michael Ignoffo
Gloria Qualls
Wedding Banns
III. Peter Forde & Nancy Mulkerrins
Memorial fund
In Loving Memory:
+Dick Doyle
By: Catherine Rondinelli
Frieda Mkrtschjan
The Lea Family
Dorothy Torres
Special Intentions:
Bill Barker, God’s healing blessings
Shirley Melbye, God’s healing blessings
By: Dorothy Torres
MINISTERS OF CARE
If you are homebound or know someone that is, and
would like Holy Communion brought to you, please
contact the Parish Center at 773-561-3546.
Liturgical Ministries (August 16/August 17)
Saturday—4:30pm
Sunday—8:30am
Sunday—10:30am
Presider
Fr. Brian Fischer
Fr. Paul Wachdorf
Fr. John Moulder
Lectors/Commentators
Kristine DelRosario
Jane Hirt
Dona Hernandez
Susan Silvano
Eleanore Eckstrom
Joe Messing
Eucharistic Ministers
Matthew Mullen
Maria Pilati
Andrew Welling
Isabel Martinez
Catherine Rondinelli
Gina Ibardaloza
Mandy Ibardaloza
Judy Nocek
Altar Servers
Charlie Sell
Naes Encarnacion
MC-Eunice Daniels
Volunteer
Volunteer
Isaiah Medina
Lance Ocupe
MC-Joe Siapno
Volunteer
Sean Carney
Mary Lynn Dekold
Axel Gouegnon
MC-Joe Franco
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Sunday and Holy Day
Collection Totals
For Fiscal Year July 1—June 30
June
Envelopes
Cash/Loose
Electronic Giving Total
June 1
$2,876
$1,075
$3,957
June 8
$2,139
$2,161
$4,300
June 15
$2,367
$1,768
June 22
$2,499
$1,131
$3,630
June 29
$1,824
$1,434
$3,258
Holy Days
$
$ 174
$
$ 174
Total
$11,705
$7,743
$8,799
$28,247
$8,799
$12,934
Over/(Under) Monthly Budget—Year-to-Date
($11,232)
Year-to-Date Collected as of June 30, 2014
$313,767
Planned Annual Budget for Sunday & Holy Day Collections
$325,000
YTD Collected as a percentage of Planned Annual Budget
97%
ST. GREGORY THE GREAT PARISH AND SCHOOL INFORMATION AND SERVICES
Parish Center
Masses
5545 N. Paulina St., Chicago, IL 60640
773-561-3546
773-728-3827 (fax)—www.stgregory.net
Sunday: Saturday Evening—4:30pm, Sunday—8:30am, and
10:30am.
Weekdays: Monday—Saturday—8:30am
Holy Days of Obligation: Please check the Sunday bulletin for
Holy Day Schedules.
Hours:
M—Th 9:00am—7:00 pm
Fri– 9:00am—4:30pm
Sat.—9:00am—4:30pm, Sun.—9:00am—12:00pm
Pastoral Staff
Rev. Paul Wachdorf, Pastor
Rev. Brian Fischer, Associate Pastor
Rev. John Moulder, Resident
Sr. Barbara Quinn, Pastoral Associate
Sr. Regina De Vitto, Pastoral Associate
Mr. John Miaso, Business Manager
Mr. Patrick Godon, Director of Music & Liturgy
Ms. Bernadette Daniels, Administrative Asst.
Ms. Joan Lycknell, Sacristan
Mr. Dan Creed, Sacristan
Mr. Joseph Malham, Artist-in-Residence
Quest Theatre Ensemble, Artists-in-Residence
International Chamber Artists, Artists-in-Residence
www.ICAmusic.org
Schools
Northside Catholic Academy
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Admissions Office: 773-743-6277
St. Gregory Credit Union
1609 W. Gregory St., Chicago, IL 60640
773-561-5493
Sunday 9:30am—12:00pm
Wednesday 7:00pm—9:00pm
Sacraments
Baptisms: First Sunday of the Month—1:00pm (except
during Lent)
Weddings: Arrange with a pastoral staff member at least six
months in advance. Participation in marriage preparation is
essential.
Reconciliation
Saturday– 3:30pm—4:15pm
Services
Prayer Requests: If you or a family member or relative is ill
and would like to be included on the list of prayer requests,
please call the Parish Center.
Mass Intentions: You may request a Mass intention for
someone who is living or deceased or special occasions such
as birthdays, special anniversary, get well wishes. Please call
or stop by the Parish Center.
Devotions
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: 1st Friday of each
month, 9:00am-9:00pm, except when funerals are scheduled.
Novena To Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Wednesdays 6:30pm