Our Lady of the Woods Parish Orland Park, Illinois

10731 West 131st Street Orland Park, IL 60462

(708) 361-4754 Fax (708) 361-5965

Parishoffice@ourladyofthewoods.org website: www.ourladyofthewoods.org

Religious Education Office (708) 361-9435

Under the protection of the Mother of God, we are a faith community called by the Father, energized by the Son, and moved by the Spirit to unite in

witnessing and proclaiming the Good News.

We share in friendship, gather in worship, and do proclaim our desire to minister, welcome, celebrate,

and extend His Kingdom.

May 17, 2020 Sixth Sunday of Easter

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Dear Parishioners, I am old enough to remember the Hostage crisis of 1979 when the American Embassy in Tehran was seized. The news would begin with, “Day 13…Day 14…Day 15 of the hostage crisis. This

continued for 444 days. I feel a bit like this. It has been 9 weeks since the Stay at Home order was given and, like you, I am counting the days and weeks. Day 63 is now upon us and I, as pastor, am longing to see the people of God gather around the Eucharistic altar. The Church teaches us that the Eucharist Liturgy on Sunday is the source and summit of our faith life and we must be honest in recognizing that on-line Masses are not a true substitute for the People of God gathering for Mass. For the time being it is what we have. In this we can pray together from a distance, hear the Word of God, and worship Christ present under the forms of Bread and Wine. This is not insignificant but, much like Zoom family gatherings are not then same as being together, we are not doing what God asks us to do. It is helpful to remember that in many parts of the Catholic world, the Eucharist was not available to our fellow Catholics on a regular basis because of a shortage of priests. For example, in the Amazon region many communities would see a priest only two or three times a year. When you are struggling please unite yourself with those for whom separation from the Liturgy is normal and comfort yourself that in the future we will be together at Mass again. As pastor I am aware of many parishioners who have come down with COVID 19. I am aware of at least one (and possibly two) deaths. I also hear from parishioners who have had members of their families who have become ill. I share this because I also know that we have parishioners who are unaware of any illness. One asked me recently if I thought this was as serious as some are making it. It is. The evidence is also that many people can become infected without symptoms and others can be infected and symptoms arrive several days later. All of this means that if we gather too early, even for Mass, we could risk infecting others. None of us wants to do that. At the same time I hope the church can open soon. Currently we can do funerals (with less than ten people) at a funeral home but not in our own church. Currently we cannot allow people into church for private prayer, even if social distancing is maintained. As a pastor, I find that very frustrating. So I hope we have some opportunities to pray together but I also want to keep my parishioners safe. In this I follow the directives of the Archdiocese of Chicago. In Christ,

Father Mike

REV. MICHAEL G. FOLEY, PASTOR REV. ANDREW M. WAWRZYN, ASSOCIATE PASTOR

MOST REV. JOHN R. GORMAN, RESIDENT REV. ED MIKOLAJCZYK, RESIDENT

REV. WILLIAM J. FINNEGAN, PASTOR EMERITUS DEACON JOHN J. AND TERE MACAROL

MIKE CALLAHAN MICHELLE HILLIARD JOHN MAIER Pastoral Minister Coordinator of Pastoral Care Director of Liturgy SHELLY STANKO KIMBERLY DUDA LAURIE LYONS Business/Office Manager Coordinator of Religious Education R.E.P. Parish Outreach DOREEN DAWSON/ ANDY PERZ CHRISTINE COLLINS REP Secretary Director of Music Ministry Youth Minister BRIAN ZIELINSKI NEIL BORGSTROM RON POTEMPA Athletic Coordinator Accompanist Director of Building and Grounds WEEKEND MASSES: BAPTISMS: Sunday at 12:30 PM. Arrangements must Saturday — 8:30 AM, 5:00 PM be made in advance at the Parish Office. Sunday — 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM MARRIAGES: Arrangements should be made at the WEEKDAY MASSES: 6:30 AM & 8:30 AM Parish Office six months in advance. Pre-Cana required. CONFESSIONS: Saturdays at 9:00-9:30 AM REGISTRATION IN THE PARISH: Newcomers are and after 5:00 PM Mass welcome to the Parish and are requested to register at office

PARISH BOUNDARIES: East 80th Ave., (west side), North Rte. 83 (south side), West Bell Rd. (east side) to 123rd Street to Parker Road (east side), South 135th Street (nor th side)

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Please continue to check our website, www.ourladyofthewoods.org, for links to Fr. Mike Foley’s weekly letter, his weekly video update and the Sunday Mass. We will also be posting any other updates that we receive from the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Alice Paciga, Ellen Schutzius, Bill Durante, Andrew Schutzius, Bill Owens, Teresa Cender, Rosemarie Noga, Helen Evertowski, Kenneth Vanek, Anne Shanahan, Vicki Wiley, Erin Wiley, Veronica Cullen, Natalie Costa, Holly Fedor, Claire Cichon, Joey Oberholzer, Leianna Tanedo, Linda Curtin, Liam Brown, Mark Monahan, Joe Bruno, Daniel Ray, Catherine Boyle, Don Sloan, Lori Bickham, Robin Moll, Marie Sansone, Lorraine Griffin, Amy Belluomini, Andrea Brongiel, Zenon Wiercimak, Kris Kahn, Linda Lucas, Bernadette Scalise, Marie Day, John Wozniak, Carol Colby, Greg Zander, Ruby McCullough, Neil Brinkman, Bronislawa Krzysiak, Richard Macarol, Anthony Scalise, Jack Faber, Rich Hook, Ronald Brannon, Jo DeGroot, Robert Strejc, Brian Raimondi, Jerold Wojcki, Lynn Pacetti, John Donaldson, Pat Grieco, Janet Har-garten, Kate Kelly Sladek, Patricia DeValk, Cathy Onak, Gabri-ella Griffin, Florence Rafac, Brodie McIntosh, Patrick Pedota, Mary Segars-Koscielny, Michael Koscielny, Walter Atkenson, Genevieve Atkenson, Maeve McKeough, Mildred O’Connell

Those needing good health: We wish you comfort and peace

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY Our Ministry Team is here to help you

during this difficult time: Michelle Hilliard—708-361-4754

“Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

Matthew 5:4

Let us Pray Please join Our Lady of the Woods Parish as we

continue to pray for those who have or are serving in the military. We pray for those who protect our country,

for their safety, and well-being, especially,

Adam Rodrigues Captain John Brooker CPL John P. Cherry

CPL Brandon D. Gabry

LCPL Steve Olson Lt. John Spannuth

Sgt. David A. Delach Colonel Jim Wall

Brian Allen Bryan Lampinen

Sgt. John P. Micham Sgt. Jesus M. Flores

Lt.. Benjamin Feithen SPC Dylan Conover

Sean Girouard CPL Rowen N. Barker

1Lt. Jack McGuire 2Lt. Patrich McGuire

Ian Altieri Battalion Chief Douglas

Mayer

Peter Michael Czerwien, Navy Robert Owens Larry Stolinski

Captain Tom Buller Sgt. Greg Danko

Mario Danko PFC Tim Radcliffe

Sgt. David Darwent Gavril Robert Micham Danielle Batton

CPT Brendan Girouard SPC Matthew E. Lodwich

CSM Joseph Cistaro PFC Rebecca Buhs

Major Nicholas Kamon LT Christa Kamon AB Kevin Schwenn AB Sean Schwenn CPT Allen Dagys

Commander Justin T. Halligan Sgt. Gavril

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Weekend of May 10, 2020

God Bless All for your continued generosity to our Parish.

Actual Budget Difference

Week $18,982 $22,000 ($3,018)

Year $929,532 $1,012,000 ($82,468)

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Thank you for your generosity.

If your family or someone close to you is in need, please contact us at

(708) 606-5360. A representative will

return your call as soon as possible

to arrange a confidential conversation.

Confidentiality and compassion are the

cornerstones of our Ministry.

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SATURDAY, May 16 5:00 PM—Nelson and Studin Families, Rose Ferro SUNDAY, May 17

8:00 AM—People of Our Lady of the Woods, Phyllis Babich 9:30 AM—Helen Orlow, Raymond Wisinski, Martin & Catherine Joyce, Steven O’Flaherty 11:00 AM—Dennis Gadeikis, Edward Mills

6:00 PM—Bernice Wojenik, Joan McKendry MONDAY, May 18

6:30 AM—Barry Wawrzyn 8:30 AM—Mary Ellen Connelly TUESDAY, May 19

6:30 AM—Frank Zasadny 8:30 AM—John Hennessy WEDNESDAY, May 20

6:30 AM—Nancy Grasso 8:30 AM—Dale Piechoki, George Hendry, Sheila Kenny THURSDAY, May 21

6:30 AM—Agnes Maier 8:30 AM—Jeffrey Stokes FRIDAY, May 22

6:30 AM—Joan Yerkes 8:30 AM—Richard Pedrosa SATURDAY, May 23

8:30 AM—Julia & Frank Findara, Francisco Carpo 5:00 PM— Jane Kuzel, Patricia Rowley SUNDAY, May 24

8:00 AM—People of Our Lady of the Woods, Leonard Fornek 9:30 AM—Robert T. Stoffle, Sheila Kenny 11:00 AM—Joseph Kleinbrook, Eric Horabik

6:00 PM—Barry Wawrzyn

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — The people of Samaria accepted the word of God preached by Philip; they received the Holy Spirit (Acts 8:5-8, 14-17). Psalm — Let all the earth cry out to God with joy (Psalm 66) Second Reading — Act with gentleness and reverence toward all, so that when you are maligned those who defame you will be the ones put to shame (1 Peter 3:15-18) or 1 Peter 4:13-16. Gospel — I will not leave you orphans, but will come to you (John 14:15-21) or Jn 17:1-11a. The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Jn 15:26 — 16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17- 23; Mt 28:16-20 (for Ascension); otherwise Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn 16:23b-28 Sunday: Acts 1:12-14; Ps 27:1, 4, 7-8; 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 17:1-11a; or (for Ascen sion) Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17- 23; Mt 28:16-20

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Sixth Sunday of Easter Monday: St. John I Wednesday: St. Bernardine of Siena Thursday: The Ascension of the Lord (unless transferred to Sunday); St. Christopher Magallanes and Com panions Friday: St. Rita of Cascia

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512074 Our Lady of the Woods Church 10731 W 131st Street Orland Park, IL 60462-8308 708-361-4754 Contact: Shelly or Laurie sstanko@ourladyofthewoods.org llyons@ourladyofthewoods.org olwparish@aol.com Software Using: Win 10.0 Publisher 2016 Adobe Acrobat 2017 Transmission Day/Time: Tuesdays, 11 am Bulletin for Sunday, Special Instructions: