Queen of Angels Catholic Parish Chicago

Special Sacraments 2012-2013

SPECIAL SACRAMENTS FIRST COMMUNION
Congratulations to the following young people who celebrated their First Communion at a Mass on Saturday, April 20:

Oscar Abraham Mikaela Blackwell-Ashbaugh Jonathan Garcia Edwin Guallpa Elizabeth Marin Israel Martinez Noah Martinez David Perdomo Thalia O. Perez Gabriel Ramirez

Kimberly Reyes Rogelio Rodriguez, Jr. Giulianna Soto Davis Velazquez

Please keep these junior high and high school students and their families in your prayers as they continue their journey of faith. Those who prepared them to receive the Eucharist include Msgr. Jim Kaczorowski, Pastor; Ms. Rachel Hohner, Coordinator and Catechist; Mrs. Monica Hohner, Program Assistant, and CCD Catechists, Mr. Matthew Herman and Mr. James Hohner.

Spring Into April Events

All are invited to food and fun at Queen of Angels this April, including the Cub Scout Pancake Breakfast, Team Trivia Night and a free concert from Chicago Soundings.  

Möller Organ Restoration Needed

HELP PRESERVE OUR ORGAN
The historic Möller organ has been a part of worship at Queen of Angels for more than 70 years. It has faithfully provided music for countless weddings, funerals, confirmations and liturgical celebrations at the church. Queen of Angels also supports the arts in the Lincoln Square neighborhood with frequent concerts and recitals and the organ is often a part of these events.

To keep this musical treasure alive, the time has come to replace the original leather in the Swell chests. After 70 years, this leather, which allows the chests to expand and contract as air is supplied to the pipes, is no longer in pristine condition. Replacing this leather will insure the organ will continue to speak at Queen of Angels for the next 70 years.

This is not a cosmetic upgrade. This work is necessary to keep the organ from losing the ability to create specific notes. Several notes are already “missing” and we don’t want to further compromise the integrity of the musical instrument.

Our goal is $40,000 to do everything to maintain the organ. To date, we are about 25 percent of the way towards our goal. This amount was collected in a short period of time so we are confident we can raise the additional monies with your help and the help of the entire faith community. There are so many causes that require financial assistance and support. When deciding where your charitable dollars go, please consider a lasting treasure like the Möller organ.

Announcements, Week of March 31, 2013

THE YEAR OF SUNDAY MASS: Question of the Week Faith professed must also be faith lived. During this Year of Sunday Mass, Question of the Week provides a guide for believers in developing that realization and in putting their faith to work. Based on the readings we hear at Sunday Mass, the questions serve as the spark for a discussion of faith at home, at parish meetings, in the classroom or as a personal reflection.

“While it was still dark...” By sharing in the Eucharist, how do I bring Christ’s ‘light’ to the world?

"Why do you seek the Living One among the dead?"

CHECK OUT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Registration opens soon for Religious Education (CCD) classes. Families are invited to plan now for classes beginning in September. Classes are intended for children who are not attending a Catholic school, and they are available to children as young as Kindergarten. Sacramental preparation, such as for First Communion or Confirmation, forms a part of Religious Education, but there is so much more to learn during a child’s elementary school years. It is important for all children to have the chance to develop their faith and receive the sacraments as signs of God’s grace. To learn more, please call the Religious Education Office at 773-769-4986 ext. 15.

SSVD REFLECTION... Today as we celebrate the feast of Easter we find the challenge of also seeing and believing the resurrection that comes through our own lives of self-sacrifice which brings new life to others. In the month of March, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent DePaul was able to help the poor celebrate the joy of Easter, by assisting families through the Lenten Food Drive and providing assistance with winter clothing and utility bills. Thank you!
 
BAPTISMS / BAUTISMOS
Brianna Faith Allen, child of Cynthia and Rex
Hannah Jane Feltz, child of Kathryn and Matthew
Theresa Ann Hoban, child of Jenny and Ben
Ailanna Grace Lask, child of Aileen and Mark
Paige Katherine Pfeffer, child of Katherine and Michael
Auralia Strauch, child of Julia and Andrew

ALL ARE WELCOME! Are you new to our parish community? Welcome! Have you recently moved? May God bless your new home! Please visit or contact the parish office at 773-539-7510 or parish@queenofangelschicago.org to introduce yourself, register or adjust your existing registration. Thank you!

EASTER MONDAY CLOSING The Parish Center will be closed all day on Easter Monday, April 1. In the event of an emergency requiring the attention of a priest, call 773-539-7510.

Q OF A SCIENTISTS SOAR! Congratulations to our middle school students who attended the IJAS Regional Non-Public Schools Science Fair at the Museum of Science and Industry on March 9. These Queen of Angels School students and their parents invested time and energy to represent our school in an event that emphasizes the importance of science and science education in our community. These investigators placed better than any group sent in the past 12 years by securing five Gold and three Silver medals.
-- Gold Medalists: Anna Borelli, Jonathan Dugard, Eddie McCarthy, Ian McKitterick and Alex Milne.
-- Silver Medalists: Greta Fieweger, Aoife O’Brien and Kyra Sadovi.
In addition, Kyra won a Special Award from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago for her project on lead in soil. Hearty congratulations and appreciation are extended to these scientific investigators! Keep it up!

HELP SCHOLARS WITH LYMAN FUND A growing number of families need assistance from the Lyman Scholarship Fund. Please help. Use the green envelope provided in each bimonthly envelope packet, or simply write “Lyman Fund” on an envelope and drop it in the collection so no child is denied a Catholic education. You can give to the Lyman Fund online! Visit parish.queenofangelschicago.org/give-central/.

BAKING OUR WAY TO SUCCESS All proceeds from the Third Grade Bake Sale will be donated to Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. This charity provides service dogs to people, especially children, who are ill or have special needs. The dogs help the children improve health, develop skills and provide a focus on comfort rather than the child’s illness. They even visited parishioner Blake Resendiz in the hospital. Thanks to parents, students and parishioners for making the delicious baked goods, visiting the bake sale and for making it such an overwhelming success. Your efforts helped us collect more than $650!

BOX TOP CHALLENGE UNDERWAY Please send in your Box Tops coupons and remind family and friends to do so. There are two contests this spring. 1) The Classroom Buddy Challenge teams younger classrooms with their older buddies. The top three groups will win pizza parties and books for their classrooms. 2) If the entire school collects more than 6,000 Box Tops, everyone gets a movie afternoon in May.

REST IN THE DIVINE PRESENCE 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. Help us keep vigil with the Lord by making time for these moments of prayer; you’ll feel closer to God by resting in the divine presence. Please sign the book when you enter. Call 773-539-7510.

¡Aleluya, aleluya!
Ha sido inmolada nuestra victima pascual:
Cristo. Celebremos, pues, la Pascua.
¡Aleluya, aleluya!

EXPOSICIÓN DEL SANTÍSIMO Haga los viernes un buen día para orar y estar con el Señor. La iglesia estará abierta los viernes desde las 9:30 a.m. hasta las 5 p.m. Entren por la puerta que se halla sobre la Claremont, suba las escaleras y vire hacia la izquierda. Suba cinco escalones más y pase por la sacristía y detrás del altar. Allí entrará a la capilla de Veneración donde el Santísimo estará expuesto. Traiga su Biblia, rosario, libros y sus pensamientos. Pase algún tiempo con el Santísimo. Si usted desea inscríbase para una hora de oración cada viernes. Llame al 773-539-3176.

MISA DE ANIVERSARIO DE BODAS DE ORO La Misa de Aniversario de Bodas de Oro será el domingo, 22 de septiembre a las 2:45 p.m. en Holy Name Cathedral, 735 N. State St. Las parejas que se casaron en 1963 y están interesados en asistir esta celebración deberán hablar a su parroquia para registrase. Para más información llame a la Oficina de Ministerio para la Familia al 312-534-8351 o visite www.familyministries.org.

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY MASS SET The Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass will begin at 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, at Holy Name Cathedral, 735 N. State St. Couples married in 1963 interested in attending the celebration should contact the parish office to register. Call the Family Ministries Office at 312-534-8351 or visit www.familyministries.org.

MISERICORDIA CANDY DAYS SET Volunteers are needed for Misericordia Candy Days on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27. Funds raised will make a difference in the lives of the 600 children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities who are part of the Misericordia family. To volunteer, call 773-273-2768 or go to www.misericordia.org. To make $5 donation, text “MIS” to 25383. Your gift will be double-matched.

EVENING OF TRIBUTE AWARDS FOR USML AND MUNDELEIN SEMINARY The University of St. Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary will host the Annual Evening of Tribute Awards Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers. Steve and Peggy Lombardo will be honored with the 2013 Francis Cardinal George “Christo Gloria” Award. Denis and Sondra Healy will be honored with the 2013 Joseph Cardinal Bernardin “As Those Who Serve” Award. All proceeds go to the “Holy Land Study Pilgrimage” and other seminary needs. For more info, call 847-970-4830, email mdiebold@usml.edu or visit www.usml.edu.

MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEA PROGRAM The Natural Family Planning Ministry of the Family Ministries Office of the Archdiocese of Chicago is sponsoring a Mother-Daughter Tea Program for 10-12 year old girls and their mothers. The program will be offered at April 21 at Catholic Charities, St. Vincent
Hall, 721 N. LaSalle. The program is designed to acquaint the girls and their mothers with God’s gift of womanhood, and the changes they will experience as they mature. Afternoon refreshments and tea, and a confidential question and answer session will be included. For more information or to register, visit www.familyministries.org.

BE TRANSFORMED BY MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Sign up today to attend the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend April 12-14 in Burr Ridge; June 7-9 in Libertyville; or August 9-11 in Burr Ridge. Early registration is highly recommended. Call Jim and Kris at 630-577-0778 or www.wwmejoliet.org.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
March 31 — Easter
April 7 — Lyman Scholarship Fund (with regular collection)
April 21 — Sharing: Maternity BVM (with regular collection)

Jane's Egg Basket

JANE’S EGG BASKET DISTRIBUTION
ON PALM SUNDAY AND EASTER
The Respect Life Committee and the St. Vincent dePaul Society of Queen of Angels Parish are hosting Jane’s Egg Basket again this year to support the work of:

• the Women’s Centers in Chicagoland (supporting women with crisis pregnancies);
• the Teen Parenting program of the Evangelical Covenant Church (helping teenage parents raise their children and finish their education); and
• the McGivney Center of Hope and Healing (the Knights of Columbus’ new women’s shelter providing housing for women with nowhere to turn).

Easter eggs containing donation suggestions will be handed out in the church gathering space during Palm and Easter Sunday weekends.

Announcements, Week of March 24, 2013

THE YEAR OF SUNDAY MASS: Question of the Week Faith professed must also be faith lived. During this Year of Sunday Mass, Question of the Week provides a guide for believers in developing that realization and in putting their faith to work. Based on the readings we hear at Sunday Mass, the questions serve as the spark for a discussion of faith at home, at parish meetings, in the classroom or as a personal reflection.

In the Eucharist, Jesus gives Himself into our hands. How do I give myself to God?

HELP US FILL THE BOOT The Intermediate students of Grades 4 and 5 are sponsoring a “Fill the Boot” Lenten Project. The goal is to fill as many firemen’s boots with as many cash donations as possible. All money collected will be given to Camp “I Am Me,” a camp for children who are burn survivors. This camp is sponsored by the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance. Our all-school goal is $500. The last day to make a donation will be Holy Thursday, March 28.

SSVD REFLECTION... Today is Palm Sunday and the beginning of the holiest of Christian weeks. Let us pray for the offering to the grace to take up our own cross and to follow Jesus through death to new life. As you place your sacrificial offering to the Society of St. Vincent dePaul in the Holy Thursday collection, know that you are a sign of God’s love to those who carry their cross of suffering and pain.

LENTEN RECONCILIATION MARCH 25 The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. this Monday, March 25 in the church. Individual confessions will be offered in English or in Spanish. This time is available for those who want to participate in this sacrament during Holy Week to look at oneself, to strengthen one’s desire for personal change as a follower of Christ, and to receive His forgiveness and the encouraging graces of the Church. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity. PREPARACIÓN ANTES DE LA PASCUA El Sacramento de Reconciliación (Confesión) será ofrecida en la iglesia desde las 7 p.m. hasta las 8:30 p.m. este lunes, 25 de marzo. Confesiones serán ofrecidas en inglés o en español. Es una oportunidad para participar en este sacramento durante la Semana Santa para reflexionar, fortalecer su compromiso como discípulo de Jesucristo, y recibir el perdón y las gracias de la Iglesia.

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER CLOSINGS The parish office will close early at 6 p.m. on Holy Thursday, March 28, and at 2 p.m. on Good Friday, March 29. The office will be closed all day on Easter Monday, April 1. In the event of an emergency requiring the attention of a priest, call 773-539-7510.

VOLLEYBALL ON OUR OWN TURF All adults are welcome to join with other adult school and parish members to play volleyball at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday nights in the Guild Hall. There is no prior experience necessary, no big commitment and no strings attached. It’s just a really fun evening with other social adults that provides a good workout, too! Contact Michelle at michelleniles@ameritech.net.

ALL ARE WELCOME! Are you new to our parish community? Welcome! Have you recently moved? May God bless your new home! Please visit or contact the parish office at 773-539-7510 or parish@queenofangelschicago.org to introduce yourself, register or adjust your existing registration. Thank you!

TODOS SON BIENVENIDOS ¿Es tu primera vez en nuestra parroquia? ¡Bienvenidos! ¿Se ha mudado recientemente? ¡Que Dios bendiga su nuevo hogar! Por favor visite o contacte la oficina parroquial al 773-539-7510 para registrarse. ¡Gracias!

ANKLEBITERS ON MONDAYS Join other parents, caregivers and children ages 3 and under at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 25 in the school basement for play group. The following date will be Monday, April 8. Use the north play lot entrance and arrive by 10:30 a.m. to sign in. Call Angie at 773-655-5843.

MEN’S CLUB THURSDAY HOOPS Men of the parish are invited to the weekly session of Men’s Club Hoops at 9 p.m. Thursdays in the Guild Hall Gym. Join a bunch of 20-, 30-, 40– and 50-year-olds to run up and down the court and sometimes make a basket. Concessions follow the games. Donation is $10 plus an annual Men’s Club membership of $20. A liability waiver must be signed. Men’s Club also sponsors an “old-timers” game for folks over 35. Men’s Club meets at 8 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the Voss Center. Join us for pizza and beer. There is a $5 donation per meeting. Other Men’s Club events include Family Gym Nights, an annual Golf Outing and a Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament. Men’s Club supports parish and school needs including high school scholarships.

JOYFUL AGAIN! A program for widows and widowers who want to find joy in living again will be presented by Joyful Again Widowed Ministry on April 20 and 21 at Resurrection Health Care-Holy Family Medical Center, 100 N. River Road (at Golf Road) in Des Plaines. Call 708-354-7211.

WAY OF THE CROSS The Way of the Cross through downtown Chicago will take place Good Friday, March 29. The gathering begins at 8:45 a.m. at Daley Center Plaza (Dearborn and Washington) and concludes by noon at Holy Name Cathedral (State and Superior). The event involves walking in silence following the Cross with five stops for songs, meditations and readings from the Passion. Contact www.wayofthecrosschicago.org.

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ST. FRANCIS The Secular Franciscans are a religious order within the Catholic Church open to diocesan clergy and to married and single members of the laity. Secular Franciscans work in local fraternities to deepen their own spirituality and to conform their lives more fully to the Gospel of Christ. Call Dale Blum at 773-774-7779.

BEAUTIFUL LENGTHS: HAIR THAT BRINGS HOPE Mario Tricoci will sponsor a hair cutting and donation event from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 at the Mario Tricoci Hair Salon and Day Spa, 675 Mall Drive, Schaumburg. This event is designed to support the American Cancer Society’s Wig Banks. Hair donated from this event will be sent to Pantene Beautiful Lengths as a part of the American Cancer Society’s efforts to provide free real-hair wigs to women fighting cancer. Haircuts are free for those donating at least eight inches of hair to Beautiful Length. Hair must be free from dye or bleach and no more than 5 percent gray. Contact Mario Tricoci’s Schaumburg location at 847-202-1900 to reserve a spot for the event. Let them know you are participating in the Beautiful Lengths event and are donating your hair. Contact Jennifer and Michelle Dixon at beautifullengths2013@gmail.com to make reservations for the After Party and for any additional questions. The event is planned in memory of Terry Dixon, wife, mother, sister and aunt.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
March 28 — Holy Thursday / Society of St. Vincent dePaul
March 29 — Good Friday / The Holy Land
March 31 — Easter
April 7 — Lyman Scholarship Fund (with regular collection)
April 21 — Sharing: Maternity BVM (with regular collection)

Papal Conclave to Begin Tuesday, March 12

PRAYING FOR A NEW POPE
The period of transition between the end of one papacy and the beginning of another is referred to by two names. "Sede vacante," in the Church’s official Latin, is translated "vacant see," meaning that the see (or diocese) of Rome is without a bishop. It is also referred to as the Interregnum, a reference to the days when popes were also temporal monarchs who reigned over vast territories. In the 20th century, this period of transition has averaged just 17 days. This situation has almost always been created by the death of a pope, but it may also be created by resignation, as is the case with Pope Benedict XVI who resigned as of February 28.

Announcements, Week of March 10, 2013

THE YEAR OF SUNDAY MASS: Question of the Week Faith professed must also be faith lived. During this Year of Sunday Mass, Question of the Week provides a guide for believers in developing that realization and in putting their faith to work. Based on the readings we hear at Sunday Mass, the questions serve as the spark for a discussion of faith at home, at parish meetings, in the classroom or as a personal reflection.

“Jesus eats with sinners.” What is my prayer of thanksgiving for Jesus feeding me, a sinner?

BAPTISMS/BAUTISMOS
Fernanda Mora, child of Maria and Hugo
Sebastian Estrada Soto, child of Lizette and Reynaldo

SSVD REFLECTION... In today’s Gospel the prodigal son repents and finds mercy in the heart of his father. Know that your penance during Lent can give the poor the grace of finding the merciful heart of God the Father. Through your almsgiving you are performing a good work; far greater than you think. Know that your nickel, dime or quarter is joined with the coins place by others in the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box to provide the poor with the means to lift themselves out of poverty.

BABY BOTTLE DRIVE TO END Please remember to fill up the baby bottles handed out in February with all your spare change. Your collection will directly support the good work of the Women’s Center of Chicagoland. Their locations throughout the city offer needed assistance to women in crisis, their children and families. Bottles will be collected in the gathering space after all Masses next week, March 16 and 17. For more info, visit www.womens-center.org. PROYECTO DE BIBERONES TERMINARÁ EL PRÓXIMO DOMINGO Por favor llene los biberones, que fueron distribuidos en febrero, de cambio y regréselo el próximo fin de semana, el 16 y 17 de marzo. Favor de regresar los biberones llenos o parcialmente llenos al final del proyecto. El Centro de Mujeres recicla los biberones para la próxima recaudación. Su apoyo asiste a las madres y familias quienes están experimentando embarazos en crisis. Si desea más información sobre el Centro de Mujeres, por favor llame al 773-794-1313 o visite la pagina web www.womens-center.org.

PRESERVING OUR ORGAN The original leather in the swell chests of the historic Möller organ are in need of repair to restore them to their original pristine condition. This leather allows the chests to expand and contract as air is supplied to the pipes. This is not a cosmetic upgrade. This project is essential to maintaining the organ in our worship space for another 70 years. To do everything that is needed will cost $40,000. We are approximately 25 percent of the way and need your support. Place your donation in an envelope to drop in the collection basket or mail to the parish office, or you may donate electronically at parish.queenofangelschicago.org/give-central/.

JOIN US FOR PANCAKES ON APRIL 14! Cub Scout Pack 3894 will host the annual All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 14 in the Lower Church. Treat your taste buds to hotcakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. There will be a bake sale and raffle featuring restaurant gift certificates, sports memorabilia, camping gear and more. There are few things better than the smell of pancakes and sausage in the morning! Cost is $5 for adults and children 12 and up; $3 for seniors and kids 2-12. All proceeds benefit Cub Scout Pack 3894. Tickets will be available from Cub Scouts, at the door or lyzette@mindspring.com. Pack 3894 is looking for new or almost-new items to raffle off at the breakfast. Suggested raffle donations might be a necklace, a board game, tickets to a game, a food certificate or whatever breakfast guests might want to win. Please contact Sarah Palm to arrange pick-up or drop-off at sarahspalm@gmail.com or 773-495-8886.

YEA! INVESTOR PANEL SCHEDULED The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) will be hosting its Investor Panel at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 in the Lower Voss. Come out and hear the student CEOs pitch to investors from Himmel’s Restaurant, Profitecture, VerifyValid and Loft Developments for funds to start their companies. The investors will be awarding funds to some of the businesses and choosing a business to compete in the national competition in New York for a college scholarship. All are welcome to join the fun and cheer on your friends. Please contact Melissa Flynn at melissa@mfjpartners.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT SET FOR APRIL 20 Round up your team of eight geniuses for 10 rounds of Team Trivia!
-- What? 10 rounds of challenging trivia questions covering music, sports, history, entertainment & more!
-- What else? Your admission includes open bar (beer and wine), soft drinks and snacks.
-- What’s at stake? A $200 gift certificate to O’Donovan’s to the winning team and ownership of the coveted “Knights of Knowledge Trophy.”
-- When? April 20, 2013; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; first question at 7 p.m.
-- Where? Lower Voss, Parish Center, 4412 N. Western
-- Cost? $280 covers all eight spots on your team
Sign-up at www.wintertoast.com. Click on “Second Chance Auction,” then ”Online,” then “Browse” and scroll down until you find it. Only the Team Leader needs to sign up. Also this event is open to everyone 21 and older. Hurry, tables are going fast. Don’t miss out!

MISS THE CLASSROOM? If you are a teacher and interested in being a substitute at Queen of Angels School for either half day or full day placements, please mail your resume to dkalom@queenofangelschicago.org. All applicants must complete the background screening process in order to be a substitute at the school. If you have questions contact Mrs. Kalom at the school office at 773-769-4211.

2012 DONATION STATEMENTS If you are preparing your 2012 Income Taxes and would like to receive a statement of tax-deductible gifts to Queen of Angels in 2012, contact the parish office at 773-539-7510 or email parish@queenofangelschicago.org. We appreciate your help in caring for God’s creation and preserving our parish’s resources by requesting a paperless e-statement that can be sent to your e-mail. Statements also may be mailed to your street address or picked up during office hours. Thanks for your support of our parish!

SHOP WITH THE ANGELS Stop by the Gathering Space after the 8 or 9:30 a.m. Masses today to check out the gift cards. Gift cards from Shop With the Angels make perfect gifts... and are great to have on hand. Purchase from what is in stock or order something special. Call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510.

EASTER DINNER AT ST. BENEDICT There will be an Easter Dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 31 at St. Benedict’s Beaven Hall, corner of Irving Park and Bell. All are welcome to attend. Food and volunteers needed. Call the parish at 773-588-6484 to donate food or volunteer from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

INTENCIONES DE MISAS Para pedir una intención especial para una misa en inglés o español, por favor visite la oficina parroquial o llame al 773-539-3176. La donación sugerida es de $10 por misa.

REMEMBER A LOVED ONE Mass intentions may be offered for those in need of extra prayers. Suggested donation is $10 per Mass. Call 773-539-7510.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
March 17 — Sharing: Maternity BVM (with regular collection)
March 24 — Easter Flowers
March 28 — Holy Thursday/Society of St. Vincent dePaul
March 29 — Good Friday/The Holy Land
March 31 — Easter

Winter Toast Follow-up

Winter Toast, our fundraiser held on Saturday, February 23, was a great success. While the final numbers are being tallied, check out our Second Chance Auction online, pick up your unclaimed prizes, or get your tickers for the upcoming Euchre Night on Saturday, March 9.

Getting Ready for Good Friday

The holiest day of the Church year is Good Friday, when we commemorate our Lord's death by venerating the cross at a special service.  Catholics may also pray the Stations of the Cross, such as the Way of the Cross on the streets of downtown Chicago or donate to help Christians living in the Holy Land. This year, Good Friday will be March 29.