SPRED NEEDS YOUR HELP SPRED is looking for a driver. Our Wednesday evening SPRED community has a disabled friend who needs transportation to and from our SPRED sessions. This would require driving a woman in her 30s from her home at Kimball and Eastwood to the Voss Parish Center at 4412 N. Western and back home. She has no physical disability and is independent. Hours are from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, with one exception noted. The remaining dates for the current SPRED year are: February 4; February 18; March 4; special session on Thursday, March 19; April 1; April 29; and May 13. All dates are in 2009. If you can help, please contact Joann Salas at 773-583-1371 or jasnetworks@myibocs.com, or Julie Hess at 773-539-3634 or julia.spredcrw@sbcglobal.net. Your help is appreciated!
WINTER COATS NEEDED A refugee service organization needs winter coats, hats and gloves. Used or new coats are needed for children and adults who are refugees from Iraq, Burma, Nepal and all parts of Africa. Please bring items to the gathering space in church.
FRIDAY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION In 2007, Pope Benedict XVI wrote in his Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation, Sacramentum Caritatis, “In a world where there is so much noise, so much bewilderment, there is a need for silent adoration of Jesus concealed in the Host. Be assiduous in the prayer of adoration and teach it to the faithful. It is a source of comfort and light, particularly to those who are suffering.”
Every Friday, the Blessed Sacrament is placed out for veneration and prayer from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. To reach the Adoration Chapel, enter the church through the Claremont door, walk up the stairs, turn to the left and then to the left again. Walk down the passage behind the altar and enter the former baptistery where the Eucharist is exposed for veneration. Feel free to bring your bible, rosary, books and thoughts. Spend some time with Jesus in the form of the Blessed Sacrament. This is an excellent way to build special devotions into your week.
Visitors are asked to register their attendance in the sign-in book when attending Adoration. The book is located in the chapel. You may sign up for a particular hour of prayer every week. At some time during the day, before or after work, while out running errands, stop by the chapel for some quiet time with the Lord.
Help us keep vigil with the Lord by making time on Fridays for these beautiful moments of prayer. Call Christine Murphy at 773-561-9072.
My eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in sight of all the peoples
— Colossians 3:15
CALLING ALL FILMMAKERS! Do you have experience directing, producing, editing or writing films? Whether you’ve been the genius behind short films or Hollywood blockbusters, TV commercials or the best home movies ever made, your talents are needed at Queen of Angels. Volunteers are needed to work with the Centennial Committee to create a short video. Help us celebrate our parish’s 100 Years of Sharing and Caring in this special way. Experience with digital media a plus. Call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510.
GOT PLANS FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE? Join the Ravenswood Catholic Young Adults (RCYA) at the Grafton Pub, 4530 N. Lincoln Ave. on December 31. There will be appetizers, drink specials and a DJ! Tickets are $75 at the door on New Year’s Eve. For Please visit the website at www.rcyachicago.org.
HIGH SCHOOL EXAMS Area Catholic high schools will offer the Placement Exam for incoming freshmen (Class of 2013) on Saturday, January 10, 2009. All students should bring two No. 2 pencils and $25 (check or cash). No pre-registration required. Specifics follow: -- Loyola Academy, 1100 Laramie, Wilmette, will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. Students should report to the East Gym. No calculators or language translators allowed. Parents are invited to a presentation from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 847-920-2480. -- Resurrection High School for Young Women, 7550 W. Talcott, will begin at 7:45 a.m. and end at 1 p.m. Calculators allowed. Parents are invited to an information session at 8 a.m. in the Resurrection Cafeteria; refreshments will be served. Call 773-775-6616, ext. 129. -- Regina Dominican High School for Women, 701 Locust Road, Wilmette, will begin at 7:30 a.m. Calculators allowed. Students who test at Regina will be given preference for achievement and need-based scholarships, tuition assistance as well as course registration. Parents are welcome to stay for a light breakfast. Call 847-256-7660, ext. 223. -- Notre Dame High School for Boys, 7655 West Dempster, Niles, will begin at 8 a.m. Non-graphing calculators required. Registration will begin at 7:15 a.m. in the library. Call LaVerne Bontempo at 847-779-8615.
NEW YEAR’S MASS SCHEDULE New Year’s Eve 5 p.m. Mass of Anticipation (English) 8 p.m. Mass of Anticipation (Spanish) New Year’s Day 10 a.m. Mass in English
HORARIO DEL AÑO NUEVO Víspera del Año Nuevo 5 p.m. Misa de Anticipación (Inglés) 8 p.m. Misa de Anticipación (Español) Día del Año Nuevo 10 a.m. Misa en Inglés
DEACONS IN THE CHURCH The Deacon Formation Program assists candidates and their wives in the key areas of human, spiritual, intellectual and pastoral development over a four-year period. Christian discernment implies a life of faith and a sense of one’s relationship with God. Discernment requires a heart ready to listen and respond in prayer and reflection within the context of these four dimensions of formation.
Do you believe Jesus may be inviting you to inquire about this ordained ministry? The next information session for the Archdiocese of Chicago Deacon Formation Program will be at DePaul – O’Hare: Wednesday, January 14, 2009 – 7:30 P.M. 3166 S. River Road – Des Plaines, IL Visit the web site: www.usml.edu
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Parishioners gathered on December 12 for a Mass of the Roses in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The Mass celebrated the appearance of the Virgin Mary to St. Juan Diego in December 1531 in Mexico. Roses were presented to the image of the Virgin, blessed and distributed to the faithful. Afterward parishioners gathered downstairs in the church basement for fellowship with tamales and champurrado, a hot, creamy drink made with corn and chocolate. Thank you to all who organized the festival, and Praise the Virgin!
NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE Los feligreses de la parroquia se reúnen el 12 de diciembre para la Misa de las Rosas en honor a Nuestra Virgen de Guadalupe. La misa celebra la aparición de la Virgen María a San Juan Diego en Diciembre del año 1531 en México. Rosas fueron presentadas a la imagen de la Virgen, bendecidas y distribuidas hacia los fieles creyentes. Después los feligreses se unieron en el sótano de la iglesia para disfrutar de tamales y champurrado. Gracias a todos los que ayudaron organizar este festival, y que ¡Viva la Virgen!
INTENCIONES DE MISAS EN 2009 Para pedir una intención especial para una misa en inglés o español, por favor visite el Centro Parroquial durante horas de oficina. La donación sugerida es de $10 por misa. Favor de llamar al 773-539-7510.
LIDERAZGO CRISTÓFORO El objetivo de este taller es simple: ver con claridad y poner en acción las capacidades y talentos que Dios le dio, y ponerlos al los servicios de los demás. El taller seria una buena oportunidad para desarrollar confianza en si mismo y aprender a hablar en publico con aplomo y seguridad. Al igual, le ayudaría a adquirir motivación y entusiasmo y a tener una personalidad positiva y influyente. Liderazgo Cristóforo se llevara acabo en Transfiguración Hall, 2609 W. Carmen. El curso se dará por el transcurso de 10 semanas empezando desde las 7 p.m. hasta las 10 p.m. el 13 de enero del 2009. El costo es $90 por adelantado y $100 en pagos. Favor de llamar al 773-481-0628 o al 773-472-1515. Mis ojos han visto a tu Salvador, al que has preparado para bien de todos los pueblos. — Lucas 2:30-31
Are you new to our parish? Welcome!
Have you recently moved? ¡May God bless your new home!
MASS INTENTIONS Intentions may be placed for Sunday, weekday, holy day or holiday Masses in 2008 or 2009. Intentions may be offered in the name of friends or relatives, living or deceased, for those in need of extra prayers or in honor of a beloved saint. Dates special to your loved ones are great times to remember them in the prayers of the Mass. Suggested donation is $10. Call 773-539-7510.
HAHN TO SPEAK AT OLL Our Lady of Lourdes Parish will host Dr. Scott Hahn for a day of talks Saturday, January 17 in the church at 4640 N. Ashland Ave. Starting at 10 a.m., the three themes are Letter and Spirit, First Comes Love at 11:45 a.m. and Hail Holy Queen at 2 p.m. Suggested dona- tion is $15. Seating is limited so registration is neces- sary. Go to www.ololchicago.parishesonline.com or register through the rectory. Call 773-561-2141.
