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“For I was hungry and you gave me food.” — Matthew 25:35
SSVD SAYS THANKS FOR FOOD DRIVE SUCCESS
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul thanks its many benefactors and donors for the success of the recent Thanksgiving Food Drive. Through the generosity and hard work of so many people, over 60 families received items they needed in time for their Thanksgiving feasts, as well as artificial Christmas trees through our collaboration with Project Tannenbaum.
"Prepare the way of the lord; make straight his paths" — Mark 1:3
SSVD REFLECTS... In today’s Gospel John the Baptist urges us to “Prepare the way of the Lord,” and this is what Advent is all about. We are called to help prepare the way of the Lord by making the real meaning of Christmas come alive in our own hearts, in our family and to reach out to those in need. Is there a family you know who needs assistance? Please call the Society of St. Vincent dePaul so that together we can help the suffering and poor to celebrate Christmas.
JESÚS DEL GRAN PODER HOY La comunidad Ecuatoriana de Reina de los Ángeles le da honor a Jesucristo como Jesús del Gran Poder. Una celebración se llevara acabo después de la misa de las 12:30 p.m. hoy, 4 de diciembre en el sótano de la iglesia.
WOW! WINTER TOAST ‘12 IN GEAR Winter Toast has some really fabulous items to bid on. How do we get all those trips, condos, plane and sports tickets? Through the generous donations of our parishioners. If you have a vacation home, travel miles, sport and cultural tickets or gift certificates you would like to donate for the live or silent auction, please contact Amy Odwarka at amyodwarka@gmail.com or at 847-736-5446. All donations are tax-deductible and help the entire Queen of Angels community. Thank you in advance for your big-hearted donation.
| ReNEWal of inspiration, kindness, spirit, faith, friendship, honesty and support 1,000 Word Project, a Queen of Angels community event NEW in 2012 Interested? Watch future issues of The Guide for more information. |
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INTENCIONES DE MISAS Para pedir una intención especial para una misa en inglés o español en el año 2012, por favor visite la oficina parroquial o llame al 773-539-3176. La donación sugerida es de $10 por misa.
2ND CONCERT OF GRATITUDE At 5 p.m. today, Sunday, December 4, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish will host the second annual Christmas Concert of Gratitude, 4640 N. Ashland. Celebrate the Christmas season with performances by the Chicago Bar Association Chorus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Choir. A sing-along will be included. Two of our own choir members, John and Stella Peters, will be participating. A freewill donation is appreciated.
SAVE THE DATE! The Holiday Pops Chicago Concert will begin at 8 p.m. Saturday, December 10 at St. Michael’s Church, 1633 N. Cleveland Ave. Performers will include the Holiday Pops Chorus and the Southport Symphony Orchestra. Our own cantor, Andrea Lanctot, will be performing. For tickets, call Andrea at 773-339-0651.
HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE St. Scholastica Academy invites all sixth, seventh and eighth grade girls and their parents to the Open House from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 6. Learn about the International Baccalaureate honors program, the college-prep curriculum, eight competitive sports and a full array of co-curricular opportunities including an arts program and the Benedictine philosophy that prepares students to live and work in a global society.
DO YOU KNOW A VETERAN? Volunteers of America can assist veterans through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program, including housing counseling; transportation and daily living services, financial planning and temporary financial aid. Please contact John Fahey at Volunteers of America at 312-564-2334.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
December 8 — Immaculate Conception
December 11 — Christmas Flowers
December 18 — Sharing: BVM (with regular collection)
December 25 — Christmas
January 1 — Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
January 1 — Lyman Scholarship (with regular collection)
We are the clay, O Lord, and you are the potter
O God, by whose word all things are made holy, grant your blessing on this wreath and on our family who will pray around it. Father of All, may your Holy Spirit prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. May we receive abundant graces from you through Jesus our Lord. Amen. |
SSVD REFLECTS... As we begin Advent we are called to “be watchful be alert” as we stand in joyful anticipation for the grace of Christmas to once again bless our lives. Your gift in the St. Vincent dePaul Poor Box will help the poor to celebrate the grace of God’s love this Christmas.
Each year, the Ecuadorian Community at Queen of Angels honors Jesus Christ as Jesús del Gran Poder. A celebration will be held after the 12:30 p.m. Mass Sunday, December 4 in the lower church. There will also be a raffle. It is not required to be present at the raffle drawing to win. Raffle tickets will be on sale after the 12:30 Mass until the week of the celebration. All proceeds will benefit the parish. For raffle ticket sales, contact Judy Vega at 773-398-7595. JESÚS DEL GRAN PODER Cada año, la comunidad Ecuatoriana de Reina de los Ángeles le da honor a Jesucristo como Jesús del Gran Poder. Una celebración se llevara acabo después de la misa de las 12:30 p.m. el domingo, 4 de diciembre en el sótano de la iglesia. También habrá una rifa. No es un requisito estar presente para ganar. Los boletos estaran en venta después de la misa de las 12:30 de la tarde cada domingo hasta el día de la celebración. Todos los ingresos beneficiaran la parroquia. Contacte a Judy Vega al 773-398-7595. |
SHARE OUR AMERICAN FREEDOMS In 2010, a total of 619,913 people who came to this country as immigrants swore the oath of allegiance and became U.S. Citizens. Requirements in this process include multiple applications, interviews and tests, in order to ensure that naturalized citizens have familiarity with American government and history, a working knowledge of the English language and good moral character.
The road to citizenship can be long and difficult. At Queen of Angels, a ministry exists to help our brothers and sisters who have begun this process and are studying for the interviews and examinations. Help is needed to lead these classes, which are offered free of charge as a service to the community.
Volunteers must be patient, caring and able to keep up on current events and changes in immigration regulations. Internet access, teaching skills, or competence in a foreign language can be helpful but are not necessary. Most important is a love of the United States and the freedoms that we enjoy, including the freedom to adopt this country as one’s own. Training is available from Deacon Ben Nieves, who has taught the class for 14 years.
U.S. Citizenship Classes are held from 6:30 p.m.to 8 p.m. on Wednesday evenings at the Parish Center. For more information, to volunteer or sign up for the class, please call the parish office at 773-539-7510.
WILL YOU ASSIST THE LYMAN FUND? On the first Sunday of each month, the collection includes the monthly Lyman Scholarship Fund. The Lyman Scholarship Fund was established to help families in need of assistance in making a tuition payment. A growing number of families need assistance from the Lyman Fund. Use the green envelope provided in your envelope packet or place your donation in any envelope marked “Lyman Fund.” The next Lyman collection will be the weekend of December 3-4 but donations are accepted at any time. Helping a family in need continues the mission of our church. Thank you.
LABELS FOR EDUCATION The Labels for Education program is a great way to earn FREE merchandise for Queen of Angels School. Label collection and redemption is very easy. Save labels from eligible Campbell products and send them to the school. Ask friends and family to collect labels on behalf of our school! Visit www.labelsforeducation.ca for a complete listing of eligible products. Drop off labels at the school office, in the collection basket during Mass or at the back of church. Thank you for your support. Contact Mrs. Ami Allen at aallen@queenofangelschicago.org for more information.
VEHICLE DONATION PROGRAM The Society of St Vincent DePaul’s Wheels for the Needy program welcomes donations of cars, trucks, vans, boats — any vehicle that runs! The Society sells your vehicle at auction and proceeds are used to support those in need. A portion of the proceeds goes directly to the Queen of Angels Conference for the poor in our community. To donate, call Elvia Rojas at 312-655-7182.
EXPOSICIÓN DEL SANTÍSIMO La iglesia estará abierta los viernes desde las 9:30 a.m. hasta las 5 p.m. Entre 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. Pare en la capilla para pasar un rato con el Señor en oración. Traiga su Biblia, rosario, libros y sus pensamientos. Si usted lo desea, inscríbase para una hora de oración cada viernes. Llame al 773-539-3176.
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. The Men’s Club supports high school scholarships and other parish and school needs.
HOSTS NEEDED The Parish Social following the 9:30 a.m. Mass needs people willing to help host these gatherings. Would you care for some coffee, some juice or a donut? If you attend the Parish Social on Sundays, you know you’re at the right place. Gather outside or in the Lower Church and engage in conversation while having a light snack. Are you able to bring baked goods or fruit on any given Sunday? If so, please call the Parish Center and leave your name and phone number. Beverages will be provided. Contact Walter Rucker, walt501@juno.com, or call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
December 4 — Lyman Scholarship (with regular collection)
December 4 — Religious Retirement
December 8 — Immaculate Conception
December 11 - Christmas Flowers
December 18 — Sharing: Maternity BVM (with regular collection)
December 25 — Christmas
January 1 — Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
January 1 — Lyman Scholarship (with regular collection)
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"Shout joyfully to the Lord, all you lands; worship the Lord with cries of gladness. Enter the temple gates with praise, its courts with thanksgiving. Give thanks to God, bless his name; good indeed is the Lord, whose love endures forever, whose faithfulness lasts through every age." -- Psalm 100:1b-2, 4-5 |
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| Join us to give thanks and praise to God at Mass on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24 9 a.m. Bilingual Mass in English and Spanish 9 a.m. Misa bilingüe en inglés y español |
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