BAPTISMS Angel Amaro, child of Clara and Angel
Erick Anthony Benitez, child of Jasmin and Rogelio
Suleyma Xiomara Benitez, child of Jasmin and Rogelio
Margaret Anne Callaway, child of Lauren and Paul
Reese Antoinette Chan, child of Karina and Curtis
Sean Michael Collins, child of Irma and Michael
Claire Arkell Crimmins, child of Cindy and Michael
Liani Gabriela Delgado, child of Angelica and Angel
Eduardo Gallo, child of Leonor and Tomás
Esteban Gallo, child of Leonor and Tomás
Giovanni Antonio Herrera, child of Gabriela
William Patrick O’Connell, child of Megan and Stephen
Diamond Mariana Pascual, child of Andrea and Tomás
HOLIDAY CLOSURES School will close for Thanksgiving Break after classes Tuesday, November 24 and will reopen Monday, November 30. The Parish Center will close at 3 p.m. Wednesday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, November 28. In the event of an emergency that requires the assistance of a priest, call the parish center at 773-539-7510 and the answering service will contact the appropriate person.
FAMILY NEEDS OUTERWEAR The St. Vincent de Paul Society has received a request for winter outerwear for a family of 8. Dad works full time cleaning fish, mom was recently hospitalized. The family includes an elderly grandfather, and 5 boys, one with Down syndrome. Their sizes are:
-- 9-year-old: coat size 10, boots men’s size 2;
-- 7-year-old: coat size 7, boots boys’ size 9;
-- 3-year-old and 18-month-old twins: coat size 2 years, boots boys’ sizes 5 and 6, diapers size 5.
The children need boots, coats, hats, gloves and scarves. Dad and grandpa need coats, hats, gloves and scarves size large. Mom needs only boots size 6 ½. Please bring any items to the church or the parish office marked for the Perez family. Thank you.
LOVE THE EIGHTIES AND NINETIES? The Centennial Historical Committee is seeking information and materials tied to parish life at Queen of Angels in the 1980’s and 1990’s. Please consider submitting photographs, remembrances, parish bulletins or any other artifacts that may be in your attic or basement. Contact 773-539-7510 or parish@queenofangelschicago.org.
CENTENNIAL ALBUM IS COMING The Centennial Album will encapsulate the many cherished memories from our parish’s 100 Years of Sharing and Caring. We invite you to advertise your business or offer your family’s congratulations to the parish in this once-in-a-lifetime book. You may also provide a name for the Legacy listing or be recognized with an Angel Sponsorship. The deadline has been extended to December 7, but please call Rachel at 773-539-7510 today!
YA VIENE EL ÁLBUM HISTÓRICO DEL CENTENARIO El Álbum del Centenario va encapsular los muchos recuerdos tan queridos de los 100 Años de Compartir y Cuidar de nuestra parroquia. Les invitamos a que anuncien su negocio u ofrezcan sus felicitaciones a la parroquia de parte de su familia en este libro que sale una vez en la vida. También puede dejar su nombre para las páginas del Legado (donación de $25 en memoria de los fallecidos) o Ángeles. El plazo para poner sus anuncios ha sido extendido hasta el 7 de diciembre, ¡pero por favor contacte al personal de la oficina parroquial al 773-539-3176 hoy!
SUNG VESPERS ADVENT SERVICE
Featuring John Rutter’s Dancing Day
“In her concern for our salvation, our loving mother the Church uses this holy season of Advent to teach us through hymns, canticles and other forms of expression, of voice or ritual, used by the Holy Spirit. She shows us how grateful we should be for so great a blessing, and how to gain its benefit: our hearts should be as much prepared for the coming of Christ as if he were still to come into this world. The same lesson is given us for our imitation by the words and example of the holy men of the Old Testament.” — St. Charles Borromeo
From ancient times the Church has had the custom of celebrating each day the Liturgy of the Hours. Vespers is the great and important prayer of the evening. Come join the choirs of Queen of Angels at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, December 13 for this rich and sacred form of prayer as we anticipate together the coming of our Lord, Jesus. A fellowship reception will follow. Childcare will be provided.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND AND IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: SHOP WITH THE ANGELS RETURNS! You asked for it, you got it! It’s back. Queen of Angels can again simplify your shopping with Shop with the Angels. Need some Jewel gift cards? A trip to Starbucks? A loaf of bread from Panera? Gift ideas for the sitter, Aunt Sally or your best friend? You’ve come to the right place. Jewel, Dominick’s, Panera, Starbucks, Mobil, BP and Shell gift cards will be in stock. Order forms are available for other purchases. Stop by the Parish Center during the week or at the table in the Gathering Space after the 8 and 9:30 a.m. Masses. Use SWTA to meet your holiday shopping needs. Profits can go to the parish, Lyman Fund or a school tuition account. Thanks for your interest!
HATS OFF TO HIGH ACHIEVER! Senior Megan Peterson achieved First Honor Roll status at Resurrection High School. Way to go, Megan!
WE CAN ALL GIVE TO IGIVE.COM Sign up on www.iGive.com, designate Queen of Angels as your cause and your online purchases lead to rebates to benefit Queen of Angels Parish — at no cost to you! Simply register and any time you shop online, an iGive.com logo appears to remind you a portion of your purchase price is automatically kicked back to the parish. And with several hundred stores registered, this is the easiest way to make a difference. Many gift cards purchased through Shop with the Angels are also valid through iGive.com, meaning the rebated amount to the parish can double!
MASS INTENTIONS Intentions may be placed for Sunday, weekday, holy day or holiday Masses in 2010. They 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.
NEW TO THE PARISH COMMUNITY? Welcome! Please visit the Parish Center or call 773-539-7510 to register in the parish. You are always welcome here.
SATURDAY ROSARY Join us to pray the Rosary after each 9 a.m. Saturday Mass. To volunteer to lead the Rosary, contact Joann at 773-583-1371 or green3256@yahoo.com.
DON’T BE ALONE ON THANKSGIVING A turkey dinner with all the trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, November 26 at St. Benedict Parish’s Social Center, 2219 W. Irving Park Road. All are welcome. Let us know if you will attend, bring food and/or volunteer. Call 773-588-6484.
BEAT 1911 SET TO MEET All citizens residing between Lawrence and Montrose and Damen and the Chicago River are invited to attend the next Beat 1911 Meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 24 on the sixth floor at Kindred Hospital, 2544 W. Montrose Ave. Beat Meetings give the opportunity to express neighborhood safety concerns. For more information, contact the 19th District Community Policing Office at 312-744-5574.
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
-- Gordon Tech Bingo: Play Monday Night Bingo at Gordon Tech College Prep High School, 3633 N. California. Enter through the gym. Doors open at 5 p.m., play begins at 7 p.m. and ends by 9:20 p.m. Every night is $25 bonus night. Raffle, pull tabs, food and parking available. Join the fun!
-- Notre Dame Open House: The Notre Dame High School for Girls will host an Open House from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 9 at 3115 N. Mason Ave. To make a reservation, call Julie Raino at 773-622-1541.
-- Resurrection Open House: Resurrection College Prep High School, 7500 W. Talcott, invites junior high girls and their families to attend an Open House to learn about the school from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, December 6. Call to schedule a Shadow Day. Contact Debbie Gillespie at 773-775-6616, ext. 129.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
November 26 — Thanksgiving/St. Vincent dePaul
Pope Benedict has proclaimed this the Year of the Priest. Please pray for vocations!
