Queen of Angels Catholic Parish Chicago

Human Concerns Cluster

The Human Concerns Cluster of Parish Organizations cares for those with needs particular to their life, the poor, and promotes the Church’s teachings of social justice and peace.
Ankle Biters (Parents of Younger Children)
Health Ministry
Peace and Justice Committee
Respect Life Committee
St. Vincent DePaul Society
U.S. Citizenship Classes
Alcoholics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, and Smokers Anonymous

Ankle Biters (Parents of Younger Children)

Anklebiters is a social organization for parents, caregivers and children aged 3 and younger. We meet every Wednesday morning between 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. in the  Motor Skills Room (located in the basement) at Queen of Angels School, 4520 N. Western Ave. The youngsters can play with toys, grownups can chat and everyone can have a great time. Call Donna Czech at 773-271-0377.

Links

Queen of Angels Catholic Elementary School Pre-School
http://www.queenofangelschicago.org/
One of only a few Preschool programs in the Northside area that is fully accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Open Directory Project > Pre-School Links
http://www.dmoz.org/Kids_and_Teens/Pre-School/
Tons of activities, games, shareware, etc.

Kindle Park
http://www.kindlepark.com/
A safe education and play zone for kids 2 to 6.

Fun With Spot
http://www.funwithspot.com/
Full of games and activities which entertain and educate, Fun With Spot helps children to develop basic literacy, numeracy, ITC skills and much more.

Yahooligans
http://yahooligans.yahoo.com/
The web guide for kids.

Health Ministry

The Health Ministry is responsible for coordination of Parish Blood Drives and Health Fairs. We welcome any and all parishioners with skills in various health care and medical fields willing to offer occasional services. the group meets seasonally in Parish Center or Lower Church. Contact Patti Jassak at (773) 583-3564 for to join!

HEALTH CARE CENTERS FOR THE UNINSURED
If you, or someone you know, needs health care and doesn't have insurance, contact one of the following health centers:

Chicago Department of Public Health
Uptown Center, 845 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago

West Town Center, 2418 W. Division St., Chicago, 312-747-9882
Erie Family Health Center: Superior Site
1701 W. Superior Street

Erie Family Health Center: Humboldt Park
2750 W. North Avenue, Chicago, 312-666-3494

Heartland Health Outreach
1015 W. Lawrence Avenue, 2nd Floor, 773-275-2060

Helping Hands Health Center
3502 N. Kedzie, 773-588-9640

Other Links

Illinois Catholic Health Association
http://www.il-cha.org/
The participants in Catholic health and social ministries throughout Illinois work together to infuse values and transform society by serving the health needs of people and communities and carrying on Jesus’ healing ministry.

Catholic Conference of Illinois
http://www.catholicconferenceofillinois.org/
The Catholic Conference of Illinois (CCI) is the agent through which the dioceses of Illinois may act mutually and cooperatively in matters of interdiocesan and state-wide interest. CCI is a board-approved administration with legislative priorities.

Cover the Uninsured Week
http://covertheuninsuredweek.org/
May 10-16, 2004. Former Presidents Gerald Ford (R) and Jimmy Carter (D) serve as Honorary Co-Chairs.

Peace and Justice Committee

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The Queen of Angels Peace & Justice Committee helps keep parishioners aware of the Catholic social teachings on peace and justice and works to develop responses to justice issues of the day. Membership is open to all interested parishioners. We meet every third Tuesday of each month, from 7 to 8:30 PM in the Voss Parish Center. Check meeting board for specific room. Contact Cliff McIntosh (773) 278-7625 or visit www.peaceandjusticechicago.com for more information.

Respect Life Committee

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The Queen of Angels Respect Life Committee is a sub-committee of the Peace and Justice Committee.

We focus on raising awareness of the Catholic perspective of life issues from conception to natural death in both the parish and the school. This awareness is accomplished through continuing communication (Web, GUIDE), Activities (Flower Sales, Egg Days), and high-level communication (to answer current events and specific issues). Awareness will result in action, which this committee will promote and encourage (Prayer, Outreach to those in crisis, Announcements of upcoming events and connection with other Respect Life communities locally and globally).

Contact Patti CorbittRespect Life Coordinator, pcorbitt@ameritech.net, 773-275-8044 for more information.

St. Vincent DePaul Society

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The St. Vincent DePaul Society is the parish outreach to the poor and to our own parishioners and neighbors in need. We coordinate direct assistance, the Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, and the annual Easter Food Drive. We also direct those in need to other city and neighborhood aid agencies. Membership is open to volunteer leaders and members. Anyone may help with specific outreach and assistance tasks. We meet on the second Thursday of the month from 7:00-9:00 PM. Upper Voss/Parish Center. Contact person: Ann McCormick (773) 472-5388.

U.S. Citizenship Classes

The U.S. Citizenship Classes ministry helps prepare adults to pass the citizenship and language tests necessary to become citizens of the United States. Classes are facilitiated by a trained director and membership is open to anyone needing citizenship preparation. The group meets on Wednesday from 6:00 – 9:00 PM in Upper Voss/Parish Center.

Contact Deacon Ben Nieves (773) 539-3176 for more information.

Links

U.S. Catholic Bishops Office of Migration & Refugee Services Links
http://www.usccb.org/mrs/resbib.htm
Links to many resources for migrants

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
http://uscis.gov/graphics/index.htm
Official website of the government agency

Visa Now
http://www.visanow.com/
Great utility for looking up visa types

Immigration/Naturalization Services of Catholic Charities, Chicago
http://www.catholiccharities.net/servicesfamiliesimmnat.htm
Provides assistance to US citizens and lawful permanent residents in the immigration process involving family reunification applications, extensions of stay, replacement of permanent residence cards, work permits, naturalization certificates, inquiries for status of cases at INS as well as at the USA consulates abroad.

Alcoholics Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous

Support and life changing groups for those coping with addiction.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Monday 6:00 - 8:00 PM, Tuesday 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Overeaters Anonymous: Tuesday 5:30-6:30 PM, Wednesday 6:15-7:15 PM

Contacts:

Alcoholics Anonymous Chicago
General Service Office: 312-346-1475
Overeaters Anonymous Chicago: (708) 346-0000
Parish Office (773) 539-7510