Queen of Angels Catholic Parish Chicago

RCIA Program 2011-2012

INTERESTED IN THE CATHOLIC FAITH?
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith. It is designed for those who have never been baptized or baptized with little or no affiliation or religious training in the Catholic faith or for those interested in learning more about the faith. Our program is done in partnership with St. Matthias. Weekly sessions start in late September and continue to the Easter Vigil.

Early sessions are informational meetings and no commitment is required. All sessions are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays unless otherwise noted. The schedule follows:

Announcements, Week of August 28, 2011

"Take up your cross and follow me"

INTERESTED IN THE CATHOLIC FAITH? WHY NOT CHECK OUT RCIA? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith. It is designed for those who have never been baptized or baptized with little or no affiliation or religious training in the Catholic faith. The program is designed with weekly sessions that start in late September and continue through to the Easter Vigil. The program is done in partnership with St. Matthias. The early sessions are informational meetings and no commitment is required. All sessions are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays unless otherwise noted. To register or for information, please call 773-539-7510.

BAPTISMS/BAUTISMOS
Benjamin James Borucki, child of Kristen and Jason
Grant Thomas Borucki, child of Kristen and Jason
Isabella Lynn Escalera, child of Melinda and Humberto
James Ernest Mayo, child of Lowery and Joseph
Matteo Lucas Mermuys, child of Beronica and Jeffrey
Frank William Soloma, child of Sarah and Stephen

MEN’S CLUB GOLF OUTING PLANNED The annual Queen of Angels Men’s Club (QAMC) Golf Outing will be Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Indian Boundary Golf Course, 8600 W. Forest Preserve Ave. Sign in at 11 a.m., 18 Hole Shot Gun will start at noon. All people of the parish, their friends and family are invited to attend. Golf limited to 144 players. Voss Center doors open at 6:30 p.m. with dinner at 7:30 p.m. Provide names of golfers and give shirt sizes for QAMC t-shirts when you reserve your tickets at qamc@comcast.net. For information, contact Larry Brown at 773-509-1155; Tom Dugard at 773-588-3601; or Bill Lill at 773-539-1249.
Pre-registration required. Ask about limited bus service. Golf and dinner is $90; golf and dinner (youth under 18) is $85; golf only (all ages) is $75; dinner only is $28; and dinner only (youth under 18) is $23. Proceeds benefit the Nicholas J. Feller Scholarship Fund and other parish needs. Full payment is due no later than September 16.

* * * HELPING THOSE IN NEED * * *

FAMILY-FUN PB & J PARTY! The Commons Community Service Team is holding its first monthly PB & J Party of the year with the after-care students on Wednesday, August 31. You are welcome to join us in making PB&J sandwiches and assembling sack lunches for the homeless and elderly guests of St. Teresa’s Loaves and Fishes Program. We have jobs for toddlers through adults. Kids love pitching in while learning to help others. And what do we do with any leftover sandwiches? Yep, we eat them! This event is in the school cafeteria from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Please direct questions to Donna Czech at 771-271-0377 or donna_czech@yahoo.com; or contact Lisa Krappman at lisa@krappman.com or 773-442-8747. COLLECTION THROUGH LABOR DAY Needed are travel– and individual-sized toiletries for the Franciscan Outreach Ministry, which runs one of the largest case management programs and shelters for the homeless in Chicago. Larger-sized toiletries are also being collected for Girls and Boys Town, a transitional teen shelter in the Back-of-the-Yards neighborhood. A collection basket is in the Gathering Space at church; donations can also be brought to the Parish Center. A REFLECTION FROM SSVD... Today we hear Jesus say to us, “For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” The challenge is to let go so God can lead us. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent dePaul enabled the poor to experience Jesus’ presence by assisting 11 families by providing furniture, special shoes and baby items, $1,050 for housing bills and referrals to needed services. With your help this month, we provided school supplies and backpacks to dozens of children at the start of the school year. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL BOX GONE For many years there has been a St. Vincent DePaul donation box in the parish parking lot. Due to recent problems, the box has been removed. An alternative way for parishioners to help meet the needs of the poor is being considered by the Queen of Angels Conference of the Society of St. Vincent dePaul. Please be respectful of this decision and do not leave anything in the parking lot. Until this situation is resolved, please take your donations elsewhere.

FIRST TARGET, NOW WHOLE FOODS! Whole Foods has joined the Shop With the Angels lineup. For a variety of retail gift cards, stop by the Shop With The Angels table before or after the 8 and 9:30 Masses on Sunday or call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510. Whole Foods cards are available in $25 and $100 denominations.

NICODEMUS MINISTRY When a parishioner dies, the priest celebrates the Mass of Christian Burial. The final Prayers of Commendation at the cemetery are led by a lay person. It is a sign that when a parishioner dies, other members of the parish -— and not just the priest —- pray. Volunteers are needed to minister to grieving families. Follow the kindness of Nicodemus who, with Joseph of Arimathea, buried Jesus.

GALA OF THE ARTS PLANNED The 10th Annual Gala of the Arts will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, September 9 in the Grand Ballroom of Navy Pier. The recent stars of Chicago’s Jersey Boys will perform. The evening features an art show and sale, featuring 16 artists. A portion of the proceeds raised at the Gala will support Catholic Charities’ Emergency Assistance Programs which provide food, shelter, clothing and short-term financial assistance. Reservations begin at $250. Contact Ashley Owen at 312-655-7912.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
September 4 — Lyman Scholarship (with regular collection)
September 5 — Labor Day / Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Our Week's Work and Prayers, March 20, 2011 Second Sunday of Lent

COMING EVENTS
-- Through Sunday, April 10: Lenten Food Drive, sponsored by the St. Vincent de Paul Society; after all weekend Masses
-- Every Friday in Lent: STATIONS OF THE CROSS with Eucharistic Benediction; 6:30 p.m. in English, 7:30 p.m. en español
-- Sunday, March 27: RCIA First Scrutiny, at 11 a.m. Mass, Church
-- Sunday, March 27: CCD First Communion Dinner, 3 p.m., Voss Parish Center
-- Friday, April 1: Early Deadline for School and Summer Camp Registration
-- Friday, April 1: Lenten Family Service Project and Potluck Dinner, sponsored by Commons Community Service; 4:30 p.m., Lower Church
-- Sunday, April 3: RCIA Second Scrutiny, at 11 a.m. Mass, Church
-- Monday, April 4: Special Sacraments First Reconciliation, 7 p.m., Church

WE REMEMBER Serafina Salinas and Members of the Parish Remembrance Society
WE PRAY FOR Eledia Aguirre, Tomas Cabrera, Mary Colacecchi, Danny Cordrey, Carmelita DeSagun, Andy & Jason DesParois, Robert Donovan, Claude Francisco, Guy Herman, Mike Luebker, Grace McCleod, Cleo McDonald, Rosemary O’Grady, Edna Omoso, Sergio Pierluissi, Blake Resendiz, Ross Ricks, John Schiro, Sr., and Steven Seibert

MONDAY, MARCH 21 —
Dn 9:4b-10 | Ps 79:8, 9, 11 and 13 | Lk 6:36-38
8:30 MORNING MASS
† Mary Baer
TUESDAY, MARCH 22 —
Is 1:1-10, 16-20 | Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21 and 23 | Mt 23:1-12
8:30 MORNING MASS
Joseph Moran, Jr.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 — ST. TORIBIO DE MOGROVEJO
Jer 18:18-20 | Ps 31:5-6, 14-15, 15-16 | Mt 20:17-28
8:30 MORNING MASSES
† William McCanna
THURSDAY, MARCH 24 —
Jer 17:5-10 | Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6| Lk 16:19-31
8:30 MORNING MASS
† George Lukasiewicz
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 — THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD
Is 7:10-14; 8:10 | Ps 40:7-8a, 8b-9, 10, 11 | Heb 10:4-10 | Lk 1:26-38
8:30 MORNING MASS
† John Laning
6:30 STATIONS OF THE CROSS
7:30 ESTACIONES DE LA CRUZ
SATURDAY, MARCH 26 —
Mi 7:14-15, 18-20 | Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 9-10, 11-12 | Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
9:00 MORNING MASS
† Timothy Corrigan -- Birthday
5:00 EVENING MASS OF ANTICIPATION
† Fred Werneth
† Pedro Benitez
SUNDAY, MARCH 27 — THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
Ex 17:3-7 | Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9 | Rom 5:1-2, 5-8 | Jn 4:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39, 40-42
8:00 † Alice Cusack
9:30 † Margaret Hall
11:00 † Genevieve & Oliver Young
† Beatrix Morris -- Fifth Anniversary
12:30 † Jose Ballesteros

Monday, March 21—
-- Spring Break, all week, School
-- Webelos Den Meeting, 6 pm, Lower Church Kitchen
-- Wolf Den Meeting, 6:30 pm, Lower Church
-- Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 pm, Upper Voss
-- North Side Kairos Information Night, 7 pm, Lower Voss
Tuesday, March 22—
-- Overeaters Anonymous, 5:15 pm, Upper Voss
-- RCIA Session, 7 pm, Upper Voss
-- SPRED Session, 7 pm, Upper Voss
-- Athletic Board Meeting, 7 pm, Upper Voss
-- Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 pm, Lower Voss
Wednesday, March 23—
-- Bear Den Meeting, 3 pm, Lower Church
-- U.S. Citizenship Classes, 6 pm, Upper Voss
-- Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 pm, Upper Voss
-- BSA District Roundtable & Breakout, 6:30 pm, Lower & Upper Voss
-- SPRED Session, 7 pm, Upper Voss
-- Contemporary Choir & Singers SA Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Upper Church
-- Boy Scout Meeting, 7:30 pm, Lower Church
Thursday, March 24—
-- Girl Scouts, 6 pm, Lower Voss
-- Circulo de Oración, 6:30 pm, Sótano de la Iglesia
-- SPRED Session, 7 pm, Upper Voss
-- Men’s Club Basketball, 9 pm, Guild Hall
Friday, March 25—
-- Abstinence from Meat, all day
-- Eucharistic Adoration, 9:30 am to 5 pm, Church
-- Cub Scout Pack Night, 6 pm, Lower Church
-- Estudio de la Biblia, 6 pm, Cocina de la Iglesia
-- Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm, Church
-- Estaciones de la Cruz, 7:30 pm, Iglesia
Saturday, March 26—
-- Market Day Pick-Up, 9:15 am, Lower Voss
-- Rosary, after 9 am Mass, Church
-- Lenten Food Drive, after 5 pm Mass, Church Gathering Space
-- Girl Scout Cookie Sales, after 5 pm Mass, Gathering Space
Sunday, March 27—
-- Girl Scout Cookie Sales, after all Masses, Gathering Space
-- Shop With the Angels Sales, after 8 and 9:30 am Masses, Gathering Space
-- Lenten Food Drive, after all Masses, Church Gathering Space
-- Contemporary Choir Warm-up, 8:30 am, Lower Church
-- Schola Angelorum and Singers Warm-Up, 10:15 am, Lower Church
-- CCD Classes, 10:45 am, School
-- RCIA First Scrutiny, 11 am Mass, Church
-- Schola Angelorum, 12:15 pm, Lower Church Music Room
-- Bautismos, 2 pm, Church
-- CCD Communion Dinner, 3 pm, Lower Voss

Tour of Queen of Angels Church

• Ever wondered about the meaning of the symbols in Queen of Angels Church?
• Want to know more about the history, art, architecture and uses of our parish’s worship space?

Please join our RCIA participants for a tour of the church at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2011. This is a rare chance for us to journey back in time to the building of our church, look closely at our church’s artwork, de-code some of its mysteries and puzzle over others. All are welcome. Call 773-539-7510.

RCIA Program 2010-2011

Jesus said to them, "Come, and you will see."  -- John 1:39

RCIA: WHY NOT GIVE US A LOOK?
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith. It is designed for those who have never been baptized or baptized with little or no affiliation or religious training in the Catholic religion.

Announcements, Week of January 3, 2010

CATHOLICS COME HOME If you’ve been away from the Church, we welcome you and invite you to take a look at all our parish has to offer. See our representative in church at all the weekend Masses or call 773-539-7510. Welcome home!

CHURCH TOUR THIS WEEK Ever wondered about the meaning of the symbols in our church? Want to know more about the history of our parish’s worship space? Please join our RCIA participants for a tour of the church this Tuesday, January 5. The tour will be led by members of the Centennial Historical Committee. All are welcome. For more information, call 773-539-7510.

CHOIR CD AVAILABLE It’s not too late to get a copy of the new Christmas CD, O Magnum Mysterium, featuring the Queen of Angels choirs. The CD features favorite carols and choir anthems of the Christmas Season. The cost is $20. Proceeds support the Music Ministry at Queen of Angels. The CD can be purchased through the parish office. Call 773-539-7510.

BAPTISMS Connor Biggam, child of Megan and Timothy
Oliver Biggam, child of Megan and Timothy
Damian Rodrigo Lopez, child of Laura and Francisco
Lucy Anne Vassalli, child of Laurie and Humberto

FALL INTO TUSCANY: WIN THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME! The Queen of Angels Winter Toast Committee is excited to announce our 2010 Winter Toast Raffle: A ONCE-IN–A-LIFETIME TRIP FOR SIX TO TUSCANY! Tuscany is known for its beautiful Italian countryside, fabulous food, wine and charming people. Take a chance on a trip that will include:
-- Round trip airfare for 6, accommodations in an Italian Villa, and unique tours
-- The trip will take place in the Fall of 2010
-- Tickets are only $50 each, or 12 for $500 (you get two free!)
-- Buy early – only 500 tickets will be sold!
Tickets may be purchased at the Parish Center. Call 773-539-7510.

LOVE THE 80s AND 90s? The Centennial Historical Committee is seeking information and materials tied to parish life at Queen of Angels in the 1980s and 1990s. Please consider submitting photographs, remembrances, parish bulletins or any other artifacts that may be in your attic or basement. Please contact the parish office at 773-539-7510 or parish@queenofangelschicago.org.

SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEK
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Although Latin America is home to the largest number of Catholics in the world, the Church is experiencing an alarming decline in membership, for a variety of complex reasons. The unstable global economy has played a part, as has a low priest-to-parishioner ratio that makes it difficult to teach the faith and make the sacraments available in a consistent matter. Additionally, migration across the region has ruptured the bonds of family and community in which the Catholic faith is supported and passed down from generation to generation.
This year’s Collection for the Church in Latin America will be directed towards a comprehensive evangelization effort, as well as towards the formation of seminarians, catechists, and lay ministers in more than 200 dioceses. So many are attuned to alleviating material poverty, which is of course necessary and a part of the Church’s efforts anywhere she is present. However, as Mother Teresa once pointed out, life without God is a much greater poverty than any material deprivation.
Through your generous support of this collection, you will help the Church to rebuild her strong presence in Latin America. Your contribution will ensure that millions of people can come to experience the Lord’s love in the sacraments and in strong local parish communities.
I am grateful for all you do to support your local parish, as well as the Church in other parts of the world. May God, who is never outdone in generosity, bless you and your loved ones in this New Year.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
-- Francis Cardinal George, O.M.I., Archbishop of Chicago

LA IGLESIA EN AMÉRICA LATINA
Queridos hermanos y hermanas en Cristo,
Aún cuando América Latina es el hogar de la población católica más grande del mundo, la Iglesia está experimentando una alarmante disminución en el número de sus miembros como resultado de una serie de complejas causas. La inestabilidad de la economía mundial ha jugado su parte, lo mismo que la proporción de sacerdote – feligreses que hace difícil enseñar la fe y hacer que los sacramentos estén disponibles de manera consistente. Además, la migración que se ha dado en toda la región ha roto los lazos de familia y comunidad sobre los que descansa y se transmite, de generación en generación, la fe católica.
El producto de la Colecta para la Iglesia en América Latina de este año será destinado a atender un amplio esfuerzo de evangelización, así como la formación de seminaristas, catequistas y ministros laicos en más de 200 diócesis. Muchas personas están de acuerdo con aliviar la pobreza material, lo cual por supuesto que resulta necesario y es parte de los esfuerzos que la Iglesia realiza en cualquier lugar donde está presente. Sin embargo, como la Madre Teresa señaló alguna vez, la vida sin Dios representa una pobreza mucho mayor que cualquier privación material.
Con su generoso apoyo a esta colecta, usted ayudará a la Iglesia a reconstruir su fuerte presencia en América Latina. Su donativo hará posible que millones de personas puedan experimentar el amor del Señor a través de los sacramentos y hacerlo en comunidades parroquiales fuertes. Les agradezco todo lo que hacen para apoyar a su parroquia local, así como a la Iglesia en otras partes del mundo. Que Dios, quien nunca es superado en generosidad, los bendiga a ustedes y a sus seres queridos en este Año Nuevo.
Sinceramente suyo en Cristo,
-- Cardenal Francis George, O.M.I., Arzobispo de Chicago

SE NECESITAN VOLUNTARIOS PARA EL MINISTERIO NICODEMO Cuando un miembro de la parroquia fallece, el sacerdote guía el velorio o servicio de vigilia y celebra la misa de entierro cristiano. Sin embargo, las Oraciones de Elogio finales en el cementerio son guiadas por un laico. ¿Por qué? Los laicos son invitados a guiar a sus hermanos y hermanas en oración. Es un signo que cuando un miembro de la parroquia muere, otros miembros en la parroquia, y no solo el sacerdote, rezan. Para el Ministro Nicodemo, este es un ministerio de ternura a una familia en tristeza y también uno de satisfacción personal. ¿Puede usted hacer tiempo para este esfuerzo? Se necesitan voluntarios, especialmente aquellos disponibles para los funerales durante la semana. Este ministerio, que ha formado parte de Reina de los Ángeles por mucho tiempo, está comenzando en más parroquias a través de la arquidiócesis. Con sus compañeros de la parroquia, siga en los pasos de la amabilidad de Nicodemo quien, con José de Arimatea, enterró a Jesús. Formación, orientación y manual serán proveídos. Por favor llame al 773-539-3176.

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. 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. El Santísimo estará expuesto. Traiga su Biblia, rosario, libros y sus pensamientos. Pase algún tiempo con el Santísimo. Si usted lo desea, inscríbase para una hora de oración cada viernes. Deténgase en la capilla durante el día para pasar un rato con el Señor en oración. Favor de llamar al 773-539-3176.

MASS FOR KATHY COLE On November 22, 2009, SPRED friend and Queen of Angels parishioner Kathy Cole passed away. Her life will be celebrated at the 9 a.m. Mass Saturday, January 16, 2010.
Perhaps you were unable to attend the funeral or did not hear of her passing. Perhaps you were present at the funeral but welcome another opportunity to share the beauty of Kathy’s life. Whatever the reason, please attend this memorial Mass for our friend, Kathy Cole.

A PRAYER FOR OUR PRIESTS As the Church celebrates the Year of the Priest through June 19, 2010, let us pause during the week to give thanks and remember Fr. Jim Kaczorowski and Fr. John Griffiths for all they do to make God alive at Queen of Angels Parish.
Almighty God, in your love
You bless your Church with priests,
A sign of your faithfulness to your people.
May our prayerful encouragement,
During this year and years to come,
Help them remain faithful to the calling
They have received from you.
As they tend your flock, grant them a caring heart.
In them may we know the voice of Christ,
Our Good Shepherd, who lives and reigns
With you and the Holy Spirit,
One God forever and ever. Amen.

SHOP WITH THE ANGELS Stop by the Parish Center during the week or visit one of the Shop with the Angels representatives in the Gathering Space after the 8 and 9:30 a.m. Masses each Sunday. Queen of Angels can simplify your shopping with Shop with the Angels. Jewel, Dominick’s, Starbucks, Panera, Mobil, BP and Shell gift cards will be in stock. Order forms are available for other purchases. You determine where your profits go: to the parish, Lyman Fund or a school tuition account. Thanks for your support of this winning fundraiser.

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.

INTENCIONES DE MISAS EN 2010 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.

ANKLEBITERS IS BACK IN SESSION! Are you a parent of a small child? Are you looking for an activity to break up your child’s week? Then join us every Monday beginning at 10 a.m. in the school basement. Enter using the north play lot entrance and arrive no later than 10:30 a.m. to sign in. This group is for parents, caregivers and their children aged 3 and under. Please contact Susie SanRoman at 773-719-8111 or psanroman@comcast.net. We look forward to seeing you.

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. Donation is $10 weekly plus an annual Men’s Club membership of $15. Join a bunch of 30-, 40-, 50- and 60-year olds trying to make it up and down the court for a couple hours each week. A liability waiver must be signed prior to lacing up the sneakers. Concessions are served immediately after the grueling play, along with lively discussions around our 62” HDTV!
Men’s Club also meets on the third Monday of each month at 8 p.m. in the Voss Center. Join us for pizza and beer. There is a $5 donation per meeting. Men’s Club Hoops follows each meeting. Men’s Club events include the Fall Golf Outing, Family Gym Nights, high school scholarship funding, gym improvements, Annual Membership Dinner and the St. Paddy’s Day Party. For more information, call Pat McQuillan at 773-575-4483.

HIGH SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAMS The entrance exam for all Catholic high schools will be Saturday, January 10, 2010. Students must bring two #2 pencils and a $25 testing fee.
-- Loyola Academy, 1100 Laramie Ave., Wilmette. Pre-registration not necessary. Students who wish to attend Loyola must take the entrance exam at the school. Parents are invited for a presentation starting at 8:30 a.m. in the East Gym. For information, call 847-256-1100.
-- Notre Dame College Prep, 7655 W. Dempster, Niles. Pre-registration not necessary. Young men must bring a non-graphing calculator. Registation will take place in the library starting at 7:15 a.m. prior to the test. Call 847-779-8615.
-- St. Patrick High School, 5900 W. Belmont Ave. Calculator required. Continental breakfast served at 7:30 a.m., testing begins at 8 a.m. Parents are invited to attend a presentation, “Preparing for High School,” which begins at 8:30 a.m. in the Stahl Family Theatre. Call 773-282-8844.

JOIN THE SECULAR FRANCISCANS Is God calling you to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi? The Secular Franciscan Order is a religious order within the Catholic Church open to diocesan clergy and to married or single lay adults. Secular Franciscans work together in local fraternities to deepen their own spirituality and to strive to conform their lives more fully to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Please call Florence Metler at 847-966-7612 or Dale Blum at 773-774-7779 for more information. The St. Juliana Fraternity, SFO, meets at 1:15 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month at St. Juliana Convent, 7200 N. Osceola. See www.ilsfo.org for complete fraternity listing.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
January — Initial Offering (with regular collection)
January 3 — Lyman Fund (with regular collection)
January 10 — Church in Latin America
January 17 — Sharing: Maternity BVM Parish (with regular collection)

"La Bendita Virgen María y la llegada de Nuestro Salvador"

CONSTRUYENDO EN 100 AÑOS DE COMPARTIR Y CUIDAR
Al principio del mundo Dios dijo “Que exista la luz,” y en ese momento luz pura penetró en los lugares mas apartados de la creación, sin que la oscuridad pudiera impedirlo. Esta luz, la cual experimentamos como sol, luna y estrellas, continúa dando calidez, vida y luz a nuestro mundo. No podemos vivir sin ella.

Announcements, Week of September 6, 2009

"Did not God choose those who are poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs to the kingdom?" —James 2:5

HARVEST JAM ‘09 IN TWO WEEKS!
-- BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!! Bingo and Pull-Tabs return to Queen of Angels at Harvest Jam! Harvest Jam ‘09 brings all the fun of Bingo and Pull-Tabs back to our parish. There will be a bingo and pull-tab tent open for all day fun on both Saturday and Sunday. Bingo pots will include 50/50 splits and big gift certificates from local merchants. This is reason enough to attend!
-- What are you waiting for? Enter one of the cooking competitions that have become part of Harvest Jam lore. Is your apple pie the talk of the town? Are your friends asking for your chili recipe? Is it really as hot, hot, hot as you say it is? Do neighbors invite themselves to dinner whenever you’re grilling? Reserve your place in the Apple Pie Contest, Chili Cook-off or Grillmaster’s Challenge using downloadable forms available online at parish.queenofangelschicago.org.
-- Our annual Harvest Jam festival is made possible by the generous donations of local businesses and Queen of Angels families. We would greatly appreciate any donations to help underwrite our costs of hosting the festival. If you would like to make a donation, please make your check payable to Queen of Angels and mail or drop it off at the school office: Queen of Angels, c/o Donna Kalom 4520 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
-- Tickets are now on sale online for Harvest Jam! Adult tickets will be $10. Children 14 and under will be $5. Be sure to bring lots of friends and family along to enjoy the party. Tickets purchased before September 19 will be good for both days of the event. Tickets purchased at www.harvestjam.com in advance will include one raffle ticket for 4 Bulls luxury box seats to a game of your choice, including two parking passes, drinks and appetizers. Online ticket purchases are secure and easy using PayPal and a major credit card or electronic check.
-- Please volunteer at Harvest Jam! We're looking for helpers who are willing to work a two-hour shift on either September 19 from 1 to 10 p.m. or Sunday, September 20 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Contact Lisa Borelli at 773-474-2305 or Eileen Rochford at 312-953-3305 to volunteer, or download the volunteer form available at parish.queenofangelschicago.org.

¡EN DOS SEMANAS ES HARVEST JAM ‘09!
-- ¡REGRESA POR DEMANDA POPULAR!! El Bingo y las tarjetas “Pull-Tabs” regresan a Reina de los Ángeles en Harvest Jam! Harvest Jam ’09 les trae toda la diversión del Bingo y las tarjetas “Pull-Tab” de regreso a nuestra parroquia. Habrá bingo y una carpa con tarjetas abierta para todo el día de diversión el sábado y domingo. Las bancas del Bingo incluirán repartos de 50/50 y fantásticos certificados de regalo de las tiendas locales. ¡Esta es razón suficiente para atender el evento!
-- ¿Que esta esperando? Entre a una de las competencias de cocinar que se han vuelto parte de la tradición de Harvest Jam. ¿Es su empanada de manzana de lo que habla la gente? ¿Sus amigos le piden siempre su receta de chili? ¿Es de verdad tan, tan, tan picante como usted dice que es? ¿Sus vecinos se invitan solos a cenar cuando usted esta haciendo carnes a la parrilla? Reserve su lugar en el Concurso del Empanada de Manzana, el Duelo del Chili o el Reto del Maestro de la Parrilla usando las formas disponibles en inglés en el Internet en: parish.queenofangelschicago.org.
-- Nuestro festival anual Harvest Jam se hace posible por las generosas donaciones de los negocios locales y las familias de Reina de los Ángeles. Sus donaciones para ayudar a financiar los costos del festival son grandemente apreciadas. Si desean hacer una donación, por favor hagan su cheque a nombre de “Queen of Angels” y envíenlo por correo o entréguenlo en la oficina de la escuela: Queen of Angels, c/o Donna Kalom 4520 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. ¡Muchísima gracias!
-- Los boletos para Harvest Jam ya están a la venta en el Internet! Los boletos para adultos cuestan $10. Los niños de 14 años o menos cuestan $5. Asegúrese de traer a toda su familia y amigos a disfrutar la fiesta. Los boletos que se compren antes del 19 de Septiembre serán buenos para ambos días del evento. Los boletos que se compren por adelantado en www.harvestjam.com incluirán un boleto para la rifa de 4 asientos de lujo para un juego de su elección de los Bulls de Chicago, incluyendo dos pases de estacionamiento, bebidas y bocadillos. Las compras de boletos por Internet son seguras y fáciles usando PayPal y una tarjeta de crédito o cheque electrónico.
-- Por favor trabaje de voluntario en Harvest Jam! Estamos buscando ayudantes quienes estén dispuestos a trabajar un turno de dos horas ya sea el sábado 19 de Septiembre de 1 a 10 p.m. o el domingo 20 de Septiembre entre 11 de la mañana y 5 de la tarde. Comuníquese con la oficina parroquial al 773-539-7510 para servir como voluntario o baje la forma en inglés del Internet, disponible en: parish.queenofangelschicago.org.

BAPTISMS Briana Ayala, child of Margarita and Jesus
Isaias Romero Bautista, child of Guadalupe and Isaias
Gael García, child of Edith and Victor
Matías Alejandro Martínez, child of María and José
Lileah Angel Polo, child of Kelly and Deivis
Sergio Martínez Real, child of Maribel and Gerardo
Brandon Romero, child of Lucia and Fernando
Briceidy Rachel Villatoro-Ramirez, child of Eva and Gilmar
Evaldo Alexander Villatoro-Ramirez, child of Eva and Gilmar

ATHLETICS, CARNIVAL PIX NEEDED The Historical Committee is especially looking for memories of athletics programs from the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s. We also need materials from the Carnival era. Your attic clutter can help us fill the gaps in our archives! Past and current parishioners of any age are welcome to submit text of any length or to sit down for an interview with a committee representative. All submissions will contribute to our efforts to preserve our parish history for the next 100 years. Please contact the parish office at parish@queenofangelschicago.org or 773-539-7510.

THE 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 in this once-in-a-lifetime book or provide a name for the Legacy or Angels pages. Contact Tom McCarthy at 773-573-0427 or tomcccarthy23@yahoo.com for rate info. Deadline to advertise will be October 15, 2009.

YA VIENE EL ALBUM DEL CENTENARIO El Álbum del Centenario va a encapsular los muchos recuerdos tan queridos de los 100 Años de Compartir y Cuidar de nuestra parroquia. Les invitamos a que se anuncien en este libro que sale una vez en la vida o que de su nombre para las paginas de Legado de Ángeles. Comuníquese con el personal en la oficina parroquial al 773-539-3176 para pedir información de precios. El plazo para poner sus anuncios se vence el 15 de octubre de 2009.

FRIDAY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION 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. Bring your thoughts and your bible, rosary, and books, or use the prayer resources in the adoration chapel. 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 in the chapel when attending Adoration. 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.

DO YOU FEEL CALLED TO THE DEACON FORMATION PROGRAM? A deacon is a man called by God to a ministry of service. With bishops and priests, the deacon receives the Sacrament of Holy Orders. He is an ordained minister, who may be married and have children. He is living in the lifestyle of the laity. Permanent Deacons are called to a three-fold ministry of service — of the Word, Charity and Justice and to live out their life in service to Jesus and their brothers and sisters in Christ. Do you believe Jesus may be inviting you to inquire about this ordained ministry? If so, your first step is having a heart-to-heart conversation with your family and Fr. Jim. Review the website at www.usml.edu (select Ministry Formation, then Deacon Formation). Contact Deacon Jim Cozzo, Jr. at 847-837-4563 or at jcozzo@usml.edu and request a pre-application form. Deacon Formation Program of the Archdiocese of Chicago meets at the University of St. Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary.

SATURDAY ROSARY Join us to pray the Rosary after each 9 a.m. Saturday Mass. To lead the Rosary, please contact Joann at 773-583-1371 or green3256@yahoo.com.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR CHILDREN’S RELIGIOUS ED Children not attending a Catholic school may be registered for Sunday Morning Religious Education Classes (Kindergarten through Level 7) and Confirmation Preparation (eighth grade through high school). While sacramental preparation is a part of this program, it is not designed for sacrament preparation only. Classes are structured to help children learn and grow in their faith during each successive year.
Sunday morning classes begin next Sunday, September 13, at 10:45 a.m. in the school. Next week there will be an important meeting for parents of Confirmation candidates. In order to ensure that your child does not miss any classes or information, it is important to register before classes begin.
Registration for either program can be completed during normal business hours at the parish office or by calling the Religious Education office at 773-769-4986, ext. 23.

NO ES DEMASIADO TARDE PARA REGISTRARSE PARA CLASES DE RELIGION PARA NINOS Niños que no asisten a una escuela católica pueden ser registrados para tomar clases de religión los domingos en la mañana (de kindergarten hasta séptimo grado) y clases de preparación para hacer la Confirmación (de octavo grado a la segundaria). Mientras preparación para recibir los sacramentos forma parte del programa, no es diseñado para eso únicamente. Si no que ha sido organizado de manera que ayude a los niños a aprender y crecer en su fe cada año. La mayor parte de las clases son en ingles.
Las clases de los domingos en la mañana tomarán inicio el próximo domingo, 13 de septiembre, a las 10:45am en la escuela. La próxima semana también habrá una junta importante para los padres de niños que planean hacer su confirmación. Para asegurarnos de que su hijo/a no falte a ninguna clase o alguna información, es sumamente importante que sean registrados antes del comienzo de las clases.
Registración para cualquiera de los programas ya mencionados, puede ser hecho durante las horas que la oficina de la parroquia se encuentra abierta o puede llamar a la oficina de Clases de Religión al 773-769-4986, ext. 23 y deje un mensaje en inglés.

RCIA—AN INVITATION TO COME AND SEE! RCIA stands for Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. It is an opportunity for those who have never been baptized, or baptized with little or no affiliation or religious training in the Catholic religion, to learn and ask questions about the Catholic faith. This includes those who may have been baptized Catholic, but have not yet received their First Communion or Confirmation. Sometimes after the information meetings, prayer and reflection, participants choose to begin the process for becoming Catholic or coming into full Communion. It is important to note, however, that no commitment is expected of participants at this time.
Sometimes those of us who have been Catholic our whole lives forget to offer this invitation to others interested in becoming Catholic. We just assume that if they are interested, they will find their own way. Sharing with others, in a gentle way, the information about RCIA may be just what some of our relatives, friends and neighbors would welcome. They may be waiting for just such an opportunity or invitation.
RCIA sessions will begin September 22 and will meet on Tuesday evenings. Please call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510 and leave your name and number. We will contact you with further information.

RICA – UNA INVITACION PARA QUE VENGA Y VEA RICA significa Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos. Es una oportunidad para aquellos que nunca han sido bautizados o que son bautizados pero con poca o ninguna afiliación o entrenamiento religioso en la religión católica, para aprender y hacer preguntas acerca de la fe católica. Esto incluye aquellos quienes han sido bautizados católicos pero no han recibido su Primera Comunión o Confirmación. Algunas veces después de las juntas de información, oración y reflexión, los participantes deciden empezar el proceso para volverse católicos o para entrar de lleno en la Comunión. Es importante notar, sin embargo, que por ahora no se espera que los participantes se comprometan a nada.
Algunas veces aquellos de nosotros quienes hemos sido católicos toda la vida nos olvidamos de ofrecer esta invitación a otras personas interesadas en pertenecer a la religión católica. Simplemente asumimos que si están interesados, ellos encontraran su propio camino. Compartiendo con otros en una manera amable la información acerca de la RICA puede ser justo lo que algunos de nuestros parientes, amigos y vecinos apreciarían. Ellos pueden estar esperando solamente por una oportunidad o una invitación.
Sesiones de RICA se iniciará este 22 de septiembre y se reunirá el martes noche. Por favor llame al Centro Parroquial al 773-539-7510 y deje su nombre y su numero de teléfono. Nosotros le contactaremos con más información.

FLEA MARKET PLANNED The St. Matthias/Transfiguration Annual Flea Market will be September 12-13. This is a great venue to sell your new or used items or products. Reserve your space now by contacting Mary Green at 773-725-1741.

DAY OF PRAYER FOR WOMEN There will be a day of reflection for women from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 19 at St. Andrew Parish, 3546 N. Paulina. The topic is “Women in Scripture: Sisters and Friends for Our Journey.” For more information or to register, please contact Sister Carolyn at 708-899-3971 or SCarolynJ@aol.com. Fee is $12 which includes lunch.

RACHEL’S VINEYARDS RETREATS Rachel’s Vineyard is a weekend retreat program that offers healing to any woman or man who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion. The retreat is a chance to get away  from the daily pressures of work and family, to focus on a painful time in life and to begin healing.
Many experience an initial sense of relief after an abortion. Later, however, emotional problems can surface that may include depression, anger, flashbacks, emptiness, anxiety and unresolved grief. The retreat provides an opportunity to release repressed feelings in a non-judgmental atmosphere.
The next retreat program will be October 2 to 4 at the Fullerton Cenacle, 513 W. Fullerton in Chicago. Fee is $150. Contact Catherine Rennert at 815-968-1157 or cathy.rennert@gmail.com.

AUTHOR TO SPEAK AT ST. JOSAPHAT Internationally known author and poet Fr. Paul Murray, OP, will give a talk on his latest book about his friend Mother Teresa of Calcutta on Tuesday, September 29 at St. Josaphat, 2311 N. Southport. Cocktails are at 6 p.m.; presentation at 6:30 p.m.; and a questions and answer session begins at 7:15 p.m. Donations will benefit the continued operation of the Convitto where Fr. Paul resides in Rome, Italy.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
September 7 — St. Vincent DePaul/Labor Day
September 20 — Sharing: Maternity BVM Parish (with regular collection)
September 27 — Seminary Collection

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults / Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos

RCIA—AN INVITATION TO COME AND SEE!
RCIA stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. It is an opportunity for those who have never been baptized, or baptized with little or no affiliation or religious training in the Catholic religion, to learn and ask questions about the Catholic faith. This includes those who may have been baptized Catholic, but have not yet received their First Communion or Confirmation. Sometimes after the information meetings, prayer and reflection, participants choose to begin the process for becoming Catholic or coming into full Communion. It is important to note, however, that no commitment is expected of participants at this time.

Sometimes those of us who have been Catholic our whole lives forget to offer this invitation to others interested in becoming Catholic. We just assume that if they are interested, they will find their own way. Sharing the information about RCIA may be just what some of our relatives, friends and neighbors would welcome. They may be waiting for just such an opportunity or invitation.

RCIA sessions will begin September 22 and will meet on Tuesday evenings. Please call the Parish Center at 773-539-7510 and leave your name and number. We will contact you with further information.

RICA – ¡UNA INVITACIÓN PARA QUE VENGA Y VEA!
RICA significa Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos. Es una oportunidad para aquellos que nunca han sido bautizados o que están bautizados pero con poca o ninguna afiliación o entrenamiento religioso en la religión católica, puedan aprender y hacer preguntas acerca de la fe católica. Esto incluye aquellos quienes han sido bautizados católicos pero no han recibido su Primera Comunión o Confirmación. Algunas veces después de las juntas de información, oración y reflexión, los participantes deciden empezar el proceso para volverse católicos o para entrar en la Comunión completa. Es importante saber, sin embargo, que por ahora no se espera que los participantes se comprometan a nada.

Algunas veces aquellos de nosotros quienes hemos sido católicos toda la vida olvidamos hacerle esta invitación a otras personas interesadas en pertenecer a la religión católica. Automáticamente asumimos que si están interesados, ellos hallarán su propio camino. Compartiendo con otros de una manera amable la información acerca de RICA puede ser justo lo que algunos de nuestros parientes, amigos y vecinos apreciarían. Ellos podrían estar esperando sólo una oportunidad o una invitación.

Sesiones de RICA iniciarán el 22 de septiembre y se reunirá el martes por la noche. Por favor llámenos al Centro Parroquial al 773-539-7510 y déjenos un mensaje con su nombre y su número de teléfono. Nosotros le regresaremos la llamada con más información.

“100 Years of Faith”

BUILDING ON 100 YEARS OF SHARING AND CARING
For some years now it has been a distinct honor for me to, from time to time, come up to the pulpit during the 11 a.m. Mass and either read the Word of God, or pray the general intercessions with the congregation. And many times as I’ve stood up there and looked out over our church, I’ve been struck by the incredible history of faith contained within those walls.