Queen of Angels Catholic Parish Chicago

Awe in the Presence of God

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD
While I was visiting my brother’s family the other day, I had the opportunity to spend time with my five nieces and nephews, who all happened to be home at the same time.  They range in age from 8-18.  The eldest, Molly, is home from college for the summer and is preparing to leave for her second year of school, which she will be doing in Ireland.  I managed to sit her down and talk for a few minutes in between her running here and there doing errands and chatting with her friends on the computer. I was struck by how often she and her brothers and sisters would use the word “awesome” to describe anything that they may perceive as a little different from the ordinary or something that attracts their attention.  The word has come to describe the commonplace rather than the things that “wow” us and “take our breath away” which it used to express.

We live in a world where it takes a lot more to truly inspire us and fill us with awe.  Technology has presented us with some truly wonderful things.  Computers have opened up a whole new world to us and present us with wonders that we could only imagine just a few short years ago.  They have allowed truly wonderful advances in the areas of medicine, electronics and communications, to name just a few.  I am a great fan of technology, being a bit of a computer geek myself.  But as we see new advances we can easily become unsatisfied with them waiting for the “next level” to come out.  We see this with home computers, video cameras, video games, movies, music, etc.  For example, when a new movie comes out we are awed for a moment if it has wonderful technological effects, but we quickly pass it over to wait for the next movie, which we hope will have even bigger and better effects.  It is harder and harder for us to be truly filled with awe when we are surrounded each day by a constant influx of technology.

Announcements, June 25, 2006

THE VOICE OF THE POOR The Voice of the Poor is a national committee of the St. Vincent dePaul Society that informs policymakers and federal, state and local legislators about Catholic teaching around issues that affect the poor.  Recently committee members have spoken to our Senators on immigration reform, foreign aid and development assistance, the death penalty and responsible transition in Iraq.  If you are interested in learning more or helping by sending faxes and e-mails to our legislators, visit www.voiceofthepoor.org for more information.

FOR TRAVELING CATHOLICS Going on vacation this summer?  Make Mass part of the experience!  For worldwide Mass times and locations, visit www.masstimes.org or call 410-676-6000.

MEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED The Queen of Angels Parish Men’s Club is honored to announce that Mary Elizabeth Moran has been chosen as the recipient of the 2006 Nicholas J. Feller Scholarship. Congratulations, Liz!  The Men’s Club and the entire Feller Family are very proud of you!

Liz will be attending Loyola Academy in the fall.  She will receive a $1,000 scholarship toward her first year’s tuition. We all wish her well in her continuing Catholic education.

Mass Schedule & This Week at Queen of Angels, June 26 - July 2, 2006

Monday, June 26— 
♦ Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., Upper Voss
♦ Boy Scout Meeting, 7 p.m., Lower Church
Tuesday, June 27—
♦ Overeaters Anonymous, 5 p.m., Upper Voss
♦ Smokers Anonymous, 6:15 p.m., Upper Voss
♦ School Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Upper Voss
♦ Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Lower Voss

“El Cuerpo de Cristo. ¡AMEN!”

NADA ES IMPOSIBLE CON DIOS

Hace poquito que en el Jueves Santo durante el triduo pascual, conmemoramos uno de los dones más preciosos que Jesús nos da, su Cuerpo y Sangre en la Eucaristía.  Antes de morir, Jesús escogió una manera en la cual pudo estarnos presente siempre bajo la forma de pan y vino, dos comidas comunes en el tiempo de Jesús tanto como en el nuestro.  Por eso nadie tiene que carecer de la presencia sagrada del Cuerpo y Sangre de Cristo porque el pan y el vino, por ser comida común, están al alcance de todos.

Uno de los frutos de Pentecostés, que acabamos de celebrar, es el don del Cuerpo de Cristo.  La realidad de la muerte y resurrección de Jesús se realiza completamente en esta comida eucarística.  ¿Cómo valoramos este tesoro de Jesús?

Peter's Pence Collection 2006

The following letter was received from Cardinal George regarding the Peter’s Pence Collection, which will take place next weekend at all Masses.  An envelope is provided in this issue of The Guide for your use in supporting the works of the Holy Father.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: Each year, the annual Peter’s Pence Collection, in support of the works of the Holy Father, is held in parishes across the country.  The proceeds from this collection fund emergency relief assistance to those throughout the world who suffer from war, oppression and natural disasters.  The theme for this year’s collection is Anyone who has discovered Christ must lead others to him.  Through works of charity, Catholics provide a powerful witness of love and deeds to empower the weak, the defenseless, and the voiceless, and to sustain those who suffer. As we participate in this special appeal, we join with the more than one billion Catholics worldwide in a loving expression of solidarity.  We share in the concern of the successor of Peter for the many different needs of the universal Church and for the relief of those most in need around the globe. This year, the collection in the Archdiocese of Chicago is scheduled for the weekend of Sunday, June 25. I ask you to consider contributing to the collection this year, and I am deeply grateful for your generosity.  Together let us ask the Lord to bless the Holy Father and us, as well as those in need throughout the world. Sincerely yours in Christ,

+ Francis Cardinal George Archbishop of Chicago

Announcements, June 18, 2006

CONCERTO COMPETITION Bach & Beyond is pleased to announce its First Annual Young Artists Concerto Competition.  The competition will take place on Saturday, June 24 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. at Sherwood Conservatory Recital Hall, 1312 S. Michigan Ave.  There is a $20 registration fee.  First place winner will receive $150 and an invitation to perform with the Bach & Beyond Orchestra on September 24.  Competition is open to students aged seven through twenty.  Piano, strings, woodwinds and brass students who are local residents are encouraged to participate.  For more information, call 773-315-6395, e-mail scott@bachandbeyond.org or visit the Bach & Beyond website at www.bachandbeyond.org.

OPEN GYM NIGHTS A summertime tradition at Queen of Angels, Open Gym has returned for all high school students (including those just graduating eighth grade) on Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.  Open Gym Nights will continue throughout the summer at the Guild Hall, 4416 N. Western Ave.  All participants must bring a form of identification and $2.  Entrance fee will go towards the Guild Hall Renovation Fund.  Hope to see you there!  Call Nancy Baer at 773-539-7730.

Mass Schedule & This Week at Queen of Angels

June 18, 2006, Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ—

MONDAY, JUNE 19—ST. ROMUALD
      7:00  MORNING MASS
  † Keith Albert Bears
      9:00  MORNING MASS
  † Chester Ciasto
TUESDAY, JUNE 20—
      7:00  MORNING MASS
  † Dan Fornelli
      9:00  MORNING MASS
  † Stephanie Kantz

“The Holy Trinity”

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD
As we conclude the Easter Season and move into Ordinary Time, the Church gives us the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity to ponder one of the most profound mysteries of our faith, that of three Persons in one God.  Before contemplating the meaning of the mystery of the Holy Trinity, we should first contemplate the meaning of the word “mystery” in terms of faith.

The First Vatican Council (1869-1870), in its document “De Fide Catholica,” defines mystery as a truth, which we are not only incapable of discovering without God’s help but which remains “hidden by the veil of faith and enveloped, so to speak, by a kind of darkness” (Const., “De fide. Cath.”, iv).  In other words, the mysteries of faith are deeper than our ability to totally understand them, even though God reveals them to us.

Thus, the Holy Trinity is one of the most profound mysteries of our Catholic faith.  Of the three major world religions that believe in one God (Judaism, Christianity and Islam), Christianity is the only one that has the belief that the one God is divided into three persons (Father, Son and Spirit).  Jews profess faith in the One God who is the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.  Muslims profess faith in that same God in their common profession of faith, “There is no God but Allah, and Mohammed is his Prophet”.  The Christian belief that there are three persons in one God has always been a point of contention with Jews and Muslims alike.

Announcements, June 11, 2006

REMINDER: PARISH CALENDAR MEETING The annual calendar meeting for leaders of all school and parish organizations will take place at 7 p.m this Tuesday, June 13.  All parish and school groups must be represented.  A mailing to all organization leaders has been sent out, containing forms to complete beforehand and details on the meeting itself.  Please prepare carefully for the meeting; it will save time that evening.  If you are an organization leader and have questions on how to prepare for the meeting, please call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510.

FATHER’S DAY COOKIE SALE The Queen of Angels Respect Life Committee is looking for items to sell at its bake sale after each Mass on Father’s Day weekend, June 17-18.  Please donate your cookies, bars, cakes, cupcakes, breads or other baked goods to help the committee foster a respect for human life at all stages.  Bring donated goodies to the Parish Center, 4412 N. Western, this Saturday, June 17 between 9:30 a.m. and 12 noon.  Your items should be pre-packaged in single servings.  Make sure to attach your recipe and name so they can be correctly identified to buyers.  Please do not donate anything that requires refrigeration or that might melt, though sugar-free items are a great idea.  If you can’t bake but would like to help, call Patti Corbitt at 773-275-8044.  Help Respect Life and buy Dad something good to eat!

Mass Schedule & This Week at Queen of Angels

MONDAY, JUNE 12—
      7:00  MORNING MASS
  † Parish Remembrance Society
      9:00  MORNING MASS
  † Marino and Barbara Montera
TUESDAY, JUNE 13—ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA
      7:00  MORNING MASS
  Arlene Horvath, Timothy Murphy & Sheri Kessler
      9:00  MORNING MASS
  In Honor of Saint Anthony
  † Narciso and Eufrosina Dimaano