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Sharing the faith with one another, telling the stories of our faith, singing together, partaking of the Eucharist as one family, these are all ways that the people of God can support and celebrate

one another. Our me together is extremely important. It makes us realize that we are a part of a much larger family.

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Mission Statement : The Roman Catholic Saint Thomas More Parish Family welcomes and invites every person to join us on our journey in faith and celebration. With the grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit, and through Sacred Scripture and Tradition, we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all, especially in loving service to those in need.

As part of the Universal Church, we affirm the dignity of every person. All this we do to give glory and honor to God.

Pastoral Staff Pastor ........................ Reverend Michael J. Yadron, KCHS; Ext. 2312 myadron@stm-church.com Associate Pastor ....................... Reverend Jordan C. Fetcko; Ext. 2314 jfetcko@stm-church.com Senior Deacon............................................ Dr. Napoleon Tabion, OFS Senior Deacon.................................................. Daniel Zurawski, KHS Deacons ................................................................ David Kapala, KHS ............................................................................ Joseph Stodola, KHS Director of Finance ...................................... Noreen Bickel; Ext. 2330 Pastoral Care Coordinator ....... Deacon David Kapala, KHS; Ext. 2315 Director of Music ....................................... Angie Lorandos; Ext. 2338 Director of Religious Education .................. Emily Hackett; Ext. 2332

Parish Office Staff

St. Thomas More Religious Education Kindergarten through 8th Grade

Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Friday — 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday & Thursday — 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Religious Education Phone ........................................................... 836-8610 Director ................................................................ Emily Hackett; Ext. 2232 Administrative Assistant ............................... Rosemary Strimbu; Ext. 2236

Grades K through 8 • Wednesday or Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Pastoral Commissions Chairpersons Formation/Education .............................................................. Allen Blocher Parish Life ......................................................................... Elaine Herrmann Peace & Social Justice ................................................................ Mari Casas Spirituality & Worship ....................................................... Kaaren Mashura Stewardship .......................................................................... Paul Liszewski

Parish Organizations Altar & Rosary Society ........................................ Cindy Keilman 923-9862 Boy Scouts ........................................................ PJ Caraher (219) 838-2943 Career Networking Group…………………… Christine Spencer 836-8610 Circle of Prayer…………………………………..Carolyn Cenko 741-2509 Cub Scouts ……………………...Kevin Ranos Kevin.ranos@sbcglobal.net Finance ................................................................ Barbara Shaver 838-9200 Gabriel Project………………………………... Marilyn Glennon 801-6586 Garden Club ............................................................ Paul Mazerik 644-8409 Gifts of Love & Warmth……………………..Bernadine Nemeth 513-6544 Girl Scouts ............................................................. Renee Whelan 796-6809 Holy Name Society ..................................................... Bill Burke 322-6462 Knights of Columbus ................................. Jim Landowski (708) 204-4690 Oblates………………………………………...Denise Gard (219)201-4103 Respect Life ................................................. Leslie Dernulc (219)741-3739 Senior Citizens .................................................... Bob O’Donnell 877-5050 The Travelers Club…………………………………..Lois Quinn 836-7902 Ushers Club ..................................................... ….Jim Marmalejo 836-1463 Venture Crew……………………………………....Fr. Ben Ross 322-4505

St. Thomas More Roman Catholic Church 8501 Calumet Avenue, Munster, IN 46321

Sacramental Information Confessions Saturdays ............................................................ 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. First Friday .............................. 1/2 hour before the 6:30 a.m. Mass Baptisms .............................. First and Third Sundays at 1:00 p.m.

Parents must be registered parishioners and regularly attending at least six months before the Baptism. At least one of the godparents must be a practicing Catholic.

Pre-Baptism Class ..................................... 2nd Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Parents must call the Parish Office to schedule class and/or Baptism. Marriage .............. Must be a registered, practicing member of the parish at least six months before beginning the six month preparation program for marriage.

Communion calls and visits to Hospitals and Homebound: Call the Parish Office for Sacraments at hospital or at home.

New Parishioner Registration To make it as convenient as possible for you, new parishioners may

register at any time in the Parish Office.

St. Thomas More Parish Website: www.stm-church.com

Hours: Mon-Friday 8:00 am-8:00 pm • Saturday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Email address .................................. parish.office@stm-church.com Email address for bulletin ...................... bulletin@stm-church.com Office Phone………. 836-8610 Office Fax ................... 836-9185 Bulletin Editor ................................................... Pam Pasyk; Ext. 2309 Daytime Receptionist ...................................... Susan Strain; Ext. 2300 Evening Receptionist .................................. Veronica Brtos; Ext. 2330 Building Maintenance…………..Mike Popovich 836-8610, Ext. 2313 Custodial Supervisor…………….Karla Baldwin 836-8610, Ext. 2331

Pastoral Ministries Environment & Art ...................................... Susan Gryfakis 688-8209 Eucharistic Ministers ........................ Deacon Dan Zurawski 742-6005 Hospitality/Greeters ................................... Chris Shearman 923-1419 Lectors ..................................................... William McDunn 922-9459 Nursery ................................................. Kaaren A. Mashura 836-5079 St. Vincent de Paul .................................. Michael Martinelli 836-8610 Vocations Committee....................................... Mary Kochis 322-7262

2018-2019 Pastoral Council Members Thomas Alexander ................................................... Bernadine Barrett Carolyn Cenko ............................................................... Diane DeSoto Deborah Jarvis ................................................................... Tim Jevyak Jim Kaspar .................................................................. Christi Kordeck Paul Liszewski .................................................................... Eric Miller Dwight Reed ................................................. Jim Secviar, Chairperson

St. Thomas More School Pre-School through 8th Grade

Office Hours: Monday– Friday • 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Website ............................................................ www.stm-school.com School Phone ......... 836-9151 School Fax ......................... 836-0982 President ...................................................... Noreen Bickel; Ext. 2330 Principal ............................................................. Jay Harker; Ext. 2225 Assistant Principal ....................................... Cynthia Block; Ext. 2226 School Administrative Assistant………..Jennifer Gonzalez; Ext. 2200 School Reception & Office Associate……….Sandra Steele; Ext. 2201 School Parent Association………...Shannon Pischner; (219) 306-7551 Parish & School Offices Associate…. .... ...Mary Jo Biscan; Ext. 2311 School Admissions ........................................... .Pam Pasyk; Ext. 2309 Director of Development……………………Karen Leluga; Ext. 2307

Weis Center — Preschool & Pre-K 8635 Calumet Avenue • Munster, IN 46321

Phone .................................................................................... 836-2660 Fax ........................................................................................ 836-2655

Please remember St. Thomas More in your Will and Estate Planning

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Nativity of St. John the Baptist June 24, 2018

Saturday, June 30 5:30 p.m. Fr. Mike Yadron

Sunday, July 1 6:30 a.m. Fr. Mike Yadron 8:00 a.m. Fr. Mike Yadron 10:00 a.m. Fr. Andrew Corona 12:00 Noon Fr. Andrew Corona

SUNDAY, June 24 — Nativity of St. John the Baptist 6:30 am For Our Parish Family Living and Deceased 8:00 am Andrew Pepa Jr. (Ann.) by Daughter Shirley 10:00 am Roland Kwasny by Wife Evelyn & Family 12:00 pm Geraldine Lesko (Ann.) by Betty Ball

MONDAY, June 25 6:30 am Isidor Schreier by James Grskovich 8:30 am Karen Elizabeth Iwan (Ann.) by James Kaspar

TUESDAY, June 26 6:30 am Leon Holda 8:30 am Helena Matejek by Mimi Bianchi 10:00 am Mary Wagner by STM Altar & Rosary Society (MASS AT MED-INN CHAPEL, Group 2)

WEDNESDAY, June 27 — St. Cyril of Alexandria 6:30 am Maryann Pancheri by Husband James 8:30 am Joseph Biegel (Ann.) by Biscan Family

THURSDAY, June 28 — St. Irenaeus 6:30 am Roger Glennon by Pat & Dave Cuddington 9:00 am Bill Pemberton by Michael D. Madura

FRIDAY, June 29 — Sts Peter & Paul 6:30 am Margaret Kender by Jim & Arlene Kender 8:30 am Frank Flynn by Mardi Flynn

SATURDAY, June 30 First Holy Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church 8:30 am Rose Lepara (Ann.) by Family 5:30 pm Amelia Mercier by Dominique & Angellique Mercier

SUNDAY, July 1 — Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 am For Our Parish Family Living and Deceased 8:00 am Joseph Dubeck (Ann.) by Carol & Jack Waters 10:00 am Isaac Christian Larsen (Ann.) by Carolyn & Ed Smiley 12:00 pm Mary B. Solczak (Ann.) by Family

MONDAY, June 25 8:30 am S. Ramirez, D. Kenning

TUESDAY, June 26 8:30 am S. Ramirez, D. Kenning

WEDNESDAY, June 27 8:30 am S. Ramirez, D. Kenning

THURSDAY, June 28 9:00 am K. Cipowski, J. O’Shea

FRIDAY, June 29 8:30 am K. Cipowski, J. O’Shea

SATURDAY, June 30 8:30 am K. Cipowski, J. O’Shea 5:30 pm A. & L. Forszt, H. Hamer/MC ~ Mary B.

SUNDAY, July 1 6:30 am A. Burzynski, A. Korfiatis, P. Cullars 8:00 am G. Kenning, B. Peters, J. Sajn/ Emma G. 10:00 am B., M. & R. Andrzejewski MC ~ Emmaline 12:00 pm S. Becker-Toro, J. & M. Blanford MC ~ Jacob B.

Chesterine Skiba

Sacrificial Offerings

Thank you for sharing your treasure with our parish! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

June 17, 2018

Adult $ 21,300.00 Loose $ 2,332.00 Automated $ 3,101.00 Children $ 77.88

TOTAL $ 26,810.88

II — Grace Huss & Austin Wilhite

Monday, June 18 $100 Winner: Louise Sterett

Thanks to all who participated!

Festival Early Bird Raffle Our last Early Bird Drawing before the start

of the Festival occurred last Monday.

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lease pray for the sick of our parish... c Joshua Alvarez

Margaret Amatulli Mary Anhalt Doris Aurelio Maria Aurelio

Antonio Belmonte Mary Berry

Michael Berry Michael Billedo

Michael Blazevich Laverne Blumka Cheryl Bostrom

Linda Braun Stephany Burney Kathleen Burns

Paul Burns Dorothy Campbell James Campbell

Thomas Cak Al Carollo

Janet Cattanach Jack Chevigny

Jacqueline Morrow Christian

Willie Colby Vincent Corsello

Mike Curtain Eleuterio Del Real

Irene Dettmer Jeanine Doescher

Patrick Doran Alex Eiland

Sherlon Evans John Forde

Phyllis Garber Andrea Garritano Margaret Geary Emily Gibson

Dorothy Gillespie Margaret Good

Monica Gonzalez Howard Gralewski

Margaret Gray Susan Graff

James Grunewald Mary Ellen Gullicks

Jay Harker Amy Hayes

Marie Henke Marisol Hernandez

Robert Hesek Becky Hill

Charlotte Hunt Betty Ingbretson Joseph S. Iwan

Steve Izzo Elizabeth Jacob Barbara Jamrose Stanley Jayjack Robert Kalka

Carol Keilman Kelly Jean

Mark Kenney Irene Kerps

James Klein, Sr. Janet Knight

Susan Kolodziej Richard Komyatte

Paul Kostalik Edward Kritzer Isabella Lappo

Annika LeMonier Chris LeMonier

Debbie LeMonier Nicklas LeMonier

Mike Lewis Kris Lisikiewicz Jo Lisiniewicz

Edward Liskiewicz Stanley Liskiewicz

Maria Lovell Marilyn Madsen

Brady Martin Larkin McKenzie Jenny Mendoza

Faye Meny Sandi Merlo Erin Meyer

Ann Miskovich Andrew Moll

Genevieve Mrvan Donna Nichols

Jim Nolan Steven Nowaczyk

Clare O’Brien Donna O’Connor

Kevin O’Neill Danny Ogren

James Pancheri Marty Pavovic

Johanna Petruch Andrew Pieczyrak Elizabeth Pilones

Ron Plewniak Sylvester Porras Dennis Powell Ronald Prus Jerry Reach

Timothy Ribble Jackie Roach David Rossin Ann Sardella George Sauer Marie Schultz

Marianne Schwartz William Schwartz

Zachery Scriff James Secviar

Jim Seul Renee Shehan Ruth Siorek Nick Skinner

Carolyn Smiley Deborah Stareck Georgianne Suto Florence Stevens

Rose Theis Gerardo Trevino Kathie Trudgian Anthony Ubuane Phyllis Unkuri

Tony Vanden Heuvel Raymond Vanderbok

Julia Vrbanich James Wachel Kathy Wachel

Marilyn (Vrabel) Warda Mark Wein

Anne Wisniewski Stephanie Wisniewski

Don Woszczynski Josephine Zagrocki

Cecilia Ziegler Cody Ziemkowski

Nativity of St. John the Baptist

Tiny fingers and toes. A little yawn. A loud cry. An infant wrapped in swaddling clothes. "What will this child be?" It is a question every parent asks time and time again. As first steps are taken, as personalities emerge, as a child shows interest in reading or drawing or climbing, the question is on our lips. "What will this child be?" This question is asked as John the

Baptist is born. Will he be a priest like his father? Does his strange, unexpected name signal a departure from that inheritance? Could Elizabeth

and Zechariah ever have predicted what would be? Under the tutelage of his priestly father, John "became strong in spirit." As an adult, John would retreat into the desert to preach repentance. He would attract a large following and eventually attract the attention of the rulers of the day. He would point out the adulterous ways of King Herod and would find himself in prison. Eventually, he would be beheaded. But today, he is

a child, an infant newly born. On this special feast, we're reminded of the great humility required of

parents. The character formation, the discipline and encouragement, the violin lessons and soccer practices; every parental effort is subjected to the decisions of the child himself. Even children on a sure track by high school graduation transform under life's circumstances. Entrusting our children to God can be incredibly intimidating. "What will this child be," especially when that transformation lies outside of my control? John the Baptist's

story might not have ended as his parents imagined. But he is celebrated as the greatest of the prophets, as the one who prepared the way for the Messiah. Here is the hope of all Christian parents -- that our children would be raised in such a way that when people meet them, they meet

Jesus Christ.

SUNDAY, June 24 Festival — 1:00-10:00 p.m. • Wristbands $30 at Festival St. Vincent de Paul Food Collection at All Masses

MONDAY, June 25 6:30 pm Marian Rosary ~ Chapel 7:30 pm Knights of Columbus ~ Solar Room

TUESDAY, June 26 9:15 am Eucharistic Adoration (until 6:30 p.m.) ~ Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations ~ Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet ~ Chapel

WEDNESDAY, June 27 7:00 pm St. Vincent de Paul ~ Conference Room

FRIDAY, June 29 9:00 am Gifts of Love & Warmth ~ Conference Room

Readings for Week of June 24, 2018 Sunday: Vigil: Jer 1:4-10/Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17 [6b]/1 Pt 1:8-12/Lk 1:5-17 Day: Is 49:1-6/Ps 139:1-3, 13-14, 14-15 [14a]/Acts 13:22-26/Lk 1:57-66, 80 Monday: 2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18/Ps 60:3, 4-5, 12-13 [7b]/ Mt 7:1-5 Tuesday: 2 Kgs 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36/Ps 48:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 10-11 [cf. 9d]/Mt 7:6, 12-14 Wednesday: 2 Kgs 22:8-13; 23:1-3/Ps 119:33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40 [33a]/Mt 7:15-20 Thursday: 2 Kgs 24:8-17/Ps 79:1b-2, 3-5, 8, 9 [9]/Mt 7:21-29 Friday: Vigil: Acts 3:1-10/Ps 19:2-3, 4-5 [5a]/Gal 1:11-20/ Jn 21:15-19 Day: Acts 12:1-11/Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [5b]/2 Tm 4:6 -8, 17-18/Mt 16:13-19 Saturday: Lam 2:2, 10-14, 18-19/Ps 74:1b-2, 3-5, 6-7, 20-21 [19b]/Mt 8:5-17 Next Sunday: Wis 1:13-15; 2:23-24/Ps 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11, 12, 13 [2a]/2 Cor 8:7, 9, 13-15/Mk 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35b-43

Handbell Choir Members Needed The St. Thomas More Handbell Choir is in need of several new

members for the next choir season. We can’t keep the bells playing at Mass without your help. We

practice on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and play once a month at the Saturday 5:30 pm Mass.

Basic music skills are all that is needed. If you would be willing to share your musical

talent with the parish, please email Laura Javorka at ljavorka@stm-church.com by July 15th. Thank you in advance.

Pastoral Care Ministry If you or a family member is a hospitalized or homebound STM

parishioner, arrange a Communion visit by contacting Deacon Dave Kapala: (219) 836-8610, # 315 or dkapala@stm-church.com.

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The Pastor’s Page

PLEASE REMEMBER THEM Please pray for the priests and deacons who have served the Diocese of Gary so faithfully and whose anniversaries of death are this week:

June 24: Rev. Antoniu Dunca (1981) June 25: Rev. Clarence F. Danforth (2003) June 27: Rev. Julian I. Jercha (1987) June 29: Rev. Joseph S. Wonderly (1976) Rev. Theodore V. Fettig (1983)

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

“Festivals are fun for kids, fun for parents and offer a welcome break from the stresses of the nuclear family. The sheer quantities of people make life easier: loads of adults for the adults to talk to and loads of kids for the kids to play with.” ~ Tom Hodgkinson

There is something to be said for sheer numbers. When a lot of people gather together, that generally says something. This is the time of year for gatherings of sort. Numbers of people have been and will be gathering for graduation open houses. These events help people to celebrate their achievement even as they look ahead to new possibilities.

The summer usually sees a fair share of weddings as well, though more and more seem to be taking place in the fall. The gatherings at weddings celebrate life and love and the promise that love brings to people. Generations gather together and share their stories and pledge to support those newly wed.

Of course, this is also the season for festivals. Churches and communities host many different types of festivals during the summer. Some highlight carnival games and rides. Some highlight music. Some highlight art or classic cars. These festivals give people a chance to enjoy some things they might not be able to have on a regular basis.

Yes, gathering together can be a good thing. It is in gatherings that we find mutual support, shared recreation, and the exchange of memories. That is one of the reasons that our weekly gatherings at Mass are so important. While we can always pray at home, there is “power in numbers.” Part of the benefit of numbers is that we can see that our faith does not matter just to us alone but to a larger group of people.

Sharing the faith with one another, telling the stories of our faith, singing together, partaking of the Eucharist as one family, these are all ways that the people of God can support and celebrate one another. Our time together is extremely important. It makes us realize that we are a part of a much larger family.

We have been having these gatherings for nearly 2,000 years now. In all that time, the faith has been celebrated and reinforced. Take that faith out with you today and share it with those you encounter.

FAITH ACTION: Your prayer life might be private; but, your faith should be celebrated in public. Share your faith today.

ON THE LIGHTER SIDE The new pastor moved his things into his office and came across the former pastor, taking his items out. The former pastor said, “I left three envelopes in your desk. If you have any trouble, open them.” Well, of course the new pastor thought he would never have to use them, but in his youthful enthusiasm, he tried to change the songs used at Mass. This made the choir furious and there was a lot of ugly talk about the new pastor. He remembered the envelopes and opened the first one. It said, “You haven’t been here long, but you decided to make a change in the music program; now everyone is mad. Tell everyone that the former pastor told you this was a change I suggested.” The young pastor did that and it worked well. He had been there about a year and a half when he tried to change the way the deacons would function at the parish. This made the deacons and their wives really mad. So he went back to the drawer and got the second envelope: “You did something to make the deacons mad and there’s talk of replacing you. Tell them this is the official diocesan policy; that you thought they wanted to comply, but it doesn’t make any difference to you what they do.” He tried this, and again it worked great. You guessed it, after three years, he told the Knights of Columbus that they were going to have to make major changes. The Knights said they were going to quit helping the parish. So he went back to the third and final envelope: “You’ve been here about three years and you finally got the Knights of Columbus mad. The only thing to do is to take out a pen and paper. Next, prepare three envelopes.”

LAST DAYS FOR OUR FESTIVAL The last days for our parish festival for this summer are this weekend, Saturday, June 23rd and Sunday, June 24th. If you have not had the time to come and enjoy yourself yet, we hope that you can find some time before it is all over. On Sunday evening, the winning raffle tickets will be drawn in the big tent. Thank you to the many people who have been working so hard all week to provide a good time for all. Thank you, as well, to all who have come out to enjoy the festival. We hope you have been having a good time!

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Vacation Bible School Sign-up now for this year’s SonQuest Vacation Bible School! A Registration Form can be found on Page 10 of this bulletin. Secure your child’s spot for this year’s VBS! Don’t miss out!

Volunteers Needed We are looking for collegiate volunteers (or adults) to assist

with Vacation Bible School the week of July 9th-13th. Volunteers are needed to help facilitate as the students rotate

from station to station during Vacation Bible School. All activities are planned in advance and volunteers will not be

responsible for creating lessons for students. All volunteers must be Virtus trained.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Renee Whelan at whelanliuna41@att.net.

Religious Education

Lectors for the Week

Saturday, June 30 5:30 pm Mass

Jennifer Feddeler & Ann Harkenrider

Sunday, July 1 6:30 am Mass

Don Dulkoski & Phil McIntosh

8:00 am Mass Linda Stefanich & Sue Wilson

10:00 am Mass James Landowski & Jesse Montenegro

12:00 Noon Mass Keesha Hardaway & Michael Skurka

Catholic Services Appeal 2018 Please consider contributing to this year’s Catholic Services

Appeal (CSA) if you have not already done so. Your envelope can be dropped off at the Parish Office or placed in the offertory

basket at Mass. Our thanks to those who have already contributed. All funds

contributed above our parish goal are returned to St. Thomas More to help pay back our construction loans.

Vocations Committee This is an article about what we can do for vocations:

It’s 5:00 p.m., cloudy, humid and the temperature is in the 90s. As young children, we did not have air conditioning, and not even

a fan. Our complaints were always met with, “just offer your problem as a prayer!”

Wow! Is that what is needed to answer our need for vocations to the priesthood? Let us all pray, pray, pray!

Evening Scripture Study The St. Thomas More Thursday Evening Scripture Study will

meet for 20 weeks and begin its next session on Thursday, September 6, 2018.

This session will guide us through the Acts of the Apostles, meeting from September 6 to November 8, 2018 and resume

January 10 to March 14, 2019. Mark your calendars now. Registration deadline for the next session is August 13, 2018.

Watch the bulletin for more details coming soon.

Help Needed for Religious Education Program

We are currently looking for men and women who are willing to share their faith with the children of St. Thomas More

by volunteering to be a Catechist

Substitute Catechist Classroom Aide

Hall Monitor If you are looking for ways to

make meaningful contributions to your church, please prayerfully consider if

this is something God is calling you to. You will have

the opportunity to grow stronger in your faith as you guide the children. An STM catechist states,

“Teaching CCD has been so much fun so far, and it’s really a good spiritual experience for our whole family…

I’m really glad you recruited me for the job.” Training and assistance for Catechists will be available

before classes start in the fall. Please contact Emily Hackett for more information. (219) 836-8610 ext. 2232

ehackett@stm-school.com

Bulletin Deadlines Please submit all bulletin articles at least two (2) weeks in

advance via email to bulletin@stm-church.com.

St. Joe’s Soup Kitchen Roll-Up Your Sleeves & Help Clean

Your assistance is needed at the St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen in Hammond to clean the facility.

No experience is needed, just a willingness to help create a nice clean environment for the cooks and clients and the willingness

to use a little elbow grease. Come to the kitchen on Friday, July 13 at 9:00 a.m.

If you can help, please contact Judy at (219) 923-5283.

Who Are You Called to Be? We’ll help you find the answer!

Join area high school students for an evening of conversation, refreshments and, most importantly, answers!

Friday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m. St. Casimir Parish • 4340 Johnson Avenue • Hammond

For information, contact Fr. David Kime at (219) 962-8626.

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St. Thomas More School June 24, 2018

Inaugural Golf Outing to Benefit St. Thomas More School

St. Thomas More School alumni, friends & family are invited to the

Annual Golf Classic Monday, July 30, 2018 — Briar Ridge Country Club.

We are excited to welcome many STMS alumni (alumni discount) and friends of our wonderful school.

Proceeds will continue the outstanding education offered at STMS. Scramble Start at 12:00 Noon.

$150 includes golf, dinner & prizes ($125 for alumni). Watch for more details and a registration link coming soon.

To donate gift bag or raffle items or to be a Hole Sponsor, please contact Katie Rak-Bouton at (219) 902-6598.

Summer T.R.I.P. What is the T.R.I.P. program all about? Buy gift cards for retail/online, gas, restaurant,

vacation and a host of other outlets at face value and have them all delivered to the Parish Office.

Perfect for graduates, wedding & baby showers or birthday gifts, too!

Submit orders to the Parish/School Office no later than 9:00 a.m. on Order Days. Available for Pick-

up Days in the Parish Office after 3:00 p.m. To sign-up or ask questions, email: stmstrip@gamail.com.

Pick-Up Day ..Wednesday, June 27 ...Wednesday, July 25

Order Day Monday, June 25…... Monday, July 23……

STMS Students Help the Munster Police Department Each year the students of St. Thomas More School participate with Eads Elementary School in a Walk-a-Thon to benefit a local charity

or organization. This year, the event was named “Who Let the Dogs Out” and proceeds were donated to the

Munster Police Department for the Canine Unit. Thanks to the generosity of our STMS family, St. Thomas More

School contributed over $ 3,700 to the Munster Police. Munster Police Chief Stephen Scheckel was presented a check by

Student Council President, Libby Fesko during an All School Mass.

Preschool & Pre-K St. Thomas More School offers one of the best

preschool/pre-k programs in NWI. Take advantage of our excellent curriculum-based

programs, offering children plenty of social & academic endeavors to help them flourish & grow.

Registration deadline: June 30, 2018. Contact Pam Pasyk at (219) 836-9151 for info.

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St. Vincent de Paul People in our community are still hungry in the summer, and for

some, the need is greater with children home from school. We want all in our community to have enough food on their

tables to live comfortably. Please consider donating to the SVDP Pantry. We currently need these items for our Food Pantry:

To learn more about the SVDP Society at St. Thomas More, or to become a volunteer, please contact

SVDP President Mike Martinelli at (219) 836-8610. Thank you in advance for your contributions to further

our mission to help others in our community.

Peanut Butter • Jelly Pancake Mix & Syrup

Meal Helpers Rice Helpers/Sides

Potato Helpers/Sides Pork & Beans Canned Fruit

Tuna Canned Meats

Laundry Detergent Dish Soap Shampoo

We cannot

accept items that have expired or have been opened.

Migrant Masses Coming Soon

The Diocesan Office of Intercultural Ministry will be hosting Migrant Masses

All parishioners and friends are invited to attend.

Sunday, July 15 at 4:00 p.m. County Line Orchard Apple Farm • 200 S. County Line • Hobart

Celebrant: Bishop Donald J Hying

Sunday, August 05 at 4:00 p.m. Herr Farm • 9804 W 219th Avenue • Lowell

Sponsored by St. John the Evangelist, St. Thomas More & Holy Name parishes. Celebrant: Rev. Jeff Burton

A pot luck meal will be served immediately after the Masses. Please bring a dish to share and your lawn chair.

STM Career Networking Group

80% of Jobs are Unadvertised 82% of Jobs are found through Networking

15% Found Want Ads 4% Create Their Own Jobs • 2% Blindly Send Resumes

Thursday, July 19, 2018 7:00 – 8:30 pm

Business Law by Adam Sedia

Associate Attorney at Hoeppner Wagner & Evans LLP

• Starting, Buying or Managing a Business • Legal vs Ethical

Where: STM Weis Center 8635 Calumet Avenue • Munster When: The 3rd Thursday of Every Month

Time: 7:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Email: STMCareerGroup@gmail.com

Regular Meetings are Free! Open to All! For those who are unemployed (in transition), new to the job

market, employed but changing careers or those who can offer employment opportunities through their current

professional connections. Have your cover letter, resume or thank you note

critiqued by a professional.

Senior Citizens Wednesday, July 18th

Seniors Picnic 12:00 Noon — 4:00 p.m. at the Weis Center

The Senior Citizens group will provide the entrée. We are asking members attending to bring a dish to accompany our entrée.

Last names beginning with: A to K — Bring a Dessert L to Z — Bring a Salad

We are looking forward to seeing everyone then!

Reception for Fr. Andrew Corona Welcome to St. Thomas More

Please join us as we extend a warm welcome to Fr. Andrew Corona to

St. Thomas More at a reception held after all Masses in

the Cafeteria the weekend of July 7th & 8th

All members of our parish family are invited to attend.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Don’t miss out on the upcoming enrichment for married couples

and religious on August 10-12, 2018 at the Wyndham Garden Hotel in Elk Grove Village, IL. The enrichment begins with a private weekend experience including 11 presentations about

practical tools for growing in loving relationships, and provides ongoing enrichments after the weekend. For information on applying, please go to wwme-chicagoland.org (or pick up a

brochure*) and say yes today to God’s call to love one another!

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To Volunteer or Donate: We would love your help!

If you would like to get involved as a volunteer, be an event vendor, or would like to make a donation to our silent auction, please

contact parishioner, Pam Ratajack at pratajack@rockopellifest.org.

Saturday, July 7, 2018 Main Square Park in Highland • 2:00 -10:00 p.m.

Free • Free • Free

Rockopelli Music Fest Free all-ages music festival — perfect for the entire family!

Local Bands Local Food Local Beer

Featuring ByWay Brewing

Local Charities

Rockopelli is celebrating it’s 7th year as a benefit event for

local charities and was started by young St. Thomas More

parishioners & STMS alumni.

Bishop Noll Kid’s STEM Camp Join Bishop Noll Institute's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Summer Camp for Kids for fun and

educational experiences. July 9 to July 27 — Register for 1, 2 or 3 weeks!

Monday- Friday from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Bishop Noll Institute •1519 Hoffman Street • Hammond

Age groups: Preschool-2 • Grades 3-5 • Grades 6-8 Deadline is June 28.

bishopnoll.org or call (219) 932-9058 or stop in BNI office.

Positions Available at St. Thomas More

St. Thomas More Parish Part-Time Accountant

St. Thomas More Parish is looking for a part-time accountant who will be responsible for tuition billing, accounts payable

and purchasing. This job may lead to a full-time position within the year. Must embrace technology and have at least

5 years’ experience in an accounting position. See the Parish website for a full position description:

http://www.stm-church.com/PartTimeAccountant.pdf. If qualified, please submit a cover letter and resume to:

jobopenings@stm-church.com.

Evening Receptionist/Administrative Assistant St. Thomas More Parish is looking for a part time evening

and Saturday receptionist who will be responsible for welcoming all who come into, or telephone, the office and

provide administrative and related office services to staff and members of St. Thomas More.

Must have proficient computer skills and have at least 3 years’ experience as a receptionist or administrative assistant.

Proficiency in MS Office a must and experience with Parish Data Systems and QuickBooks a plus.

See the Parish website for a full position description: http://www.stm- church.com/ParishReceptionist.pdf. If qualified, please submit a cover letter and resume to:

jobopenings@stm-church.com.

St. Thomas More School If you, or someone you know, is interested in joining

a dedicated and congenial staff of hard-working, collaborative professionals to continue the high standard of education offered at

St. Thomas More School, please apply today! The ideal candidate for each of the following positions must be a practicing Roman Catholic, be a highly motivated, hard-working and a collaborative team player. In addition, candidate must be

enthusiastic, flexible and be able to think and problem solve on the spot with a positive and patient attitude that empowers

students. Find more comprehensive job descriptions at: http://www.stm-school.com/why-stms/employment-opportunities.cfm.

4th Grade Teacher Elementary school experience required. Math concentration preferred.

K to 8th Grade Art Teacher – Part Time Elementary/middle school experience required.

School Office Receptionist-Administrative Assistant This is a part-time position. Person will be responsible for welcoming all who come into, or telephone, the office and provide administrative

and related office services to administration, staff, students and parents. Hours will be 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.

To apply for any of these open positions, please go jobopenings@stm-school.com.

Those applying must include: letter of interest, resume, copy of teacher's license and 3 letters of recommendation.

Andrean Summer Camps Andrean Summer Camps are now online and open for

registration! Go to andreanathleticscamps.com to get started.

The following camps remain for this summer:

Boys Basketball • Softball • Volleyball

For info or registration, please contact Andrean High School at 219-887-5959 or communications@andreanhs.com for info.

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St. Thomas More

Vacation Bible School 2018 Monday, July 9-Friday, July 13, 2018

8:30 a.m. to 12:00 Noon Daily

Family Information:

Parent/Guardian #1 Name: _____________________________________ Email:_____________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________ City:___________________________ State:______ Zip:____________

Phone Numbers: Home (_______) _________________ Cell (______) _____________________ Work (_______) ______________________

Parent/Guardian #2 Name: _____________________________________ Email:_____________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________ City:___________________________ State:______ Zip:____________

Phone Numbers: Home (_______) _________________ Cell (______) _____________________ Work (_______) ______________________ _ Emergency Contacts (if unable to reach parents): Name___________________________________ Phone __________________________

1st Child

Full Name: ______________________________________________

Sex (circle one): M F Age:______ Grade just completed_____

T-Shirt Size (circle one): Youth: M L Adult: S M L XL

Allergies/Medical Conditions:________________________________

Health Insurance Company:__________________________________

Policy #: ________________________________________________

Photo Release ____ I agree & consent to the use of any photograph of the above student(s) for the bulletin & publicity purposes by St. Thomas More Church and waive all claims for any compensation (every effort is taken to protect our students’ identity).

____ I do NOT want my child’s picture used for the bulletin & publicity purposes by St. Thomas More

I understand that reasonable precautions will be taken to safeguard the health and well-being of the participants in this VBS and that I will be notified as soon as possi-ble in the event of an emergency. In the case of sickness or an accident, I authorize and consent the VBS Team, or other associated volunteers of the VBS program to obtain medical care from a licensed physician, hospital, or medical clinic for my son/daughter in the event that myself or other legal guardian(s) cannot be reached. I hereby do release and forever discharge this Diocese, Parish and/or Organization from all manners of actions, claims which I or the child named above shall or may have for any reason, arising during my child’s attendance of the VBS. Unless other written instruction is submitted, I also consent to allowing my child’s image to be recorded, either by photograph or video, and used during the VBS week or for future advertisement of Parish VBS programs. Any other use will require your further consent. Consent: Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________________________________ Date:__________________________

Payment: $25/child Amount $________________Check #_____________ (Make checks payable to: St. Thomas More)

2nd Child

Full Name: ______________________________________________

Sex (circle one): M F Age:______ Grade just completed_____

T-Shirt Size (circle one): Youth: XS S M L Adult: S M L XL

Allergies/Medical Conditions:________________________________

Health Insurance Company:__________________________________

Policy #: ________________________________________________

$25 Fee includes t-shirt, snacks & crafts. Registration deadline: Monday, June 18th.

All Children in Age 4 to Incoming 5th Grade are invited to participate!

(Children must be 4 years of age on or before August 1, 2018)

Register Now! Register early so you don’t forget. Get a jump-start on summer activities for your child.

Parent & Teen Help Needed, Too! Register at the Parish Office or contact Emily Hackett at (219) 836-8610, #332 or

vbs@stm-church.com.

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Theology on Tap Consider yourself invited if you are...

A young adult 21-39 (only) Single or divorced Married, engaged or married w/children Home from college for the summer

All meetings are held on Wednesday nights at Crown Brewing

211 s. East Street • Crown Point

There is no fee, just come!

July 11, 2018 Presenter: Deacon Bob Marben

Pilgrimage—An encounter with Christ who teaches, captivates, inspires and motivates.

Discover how a Christian pilgrimage will change your life; it is not simply to visit a place to admire its treasures of nature, art or history. A pilgrimage means to step out of ourselves in

order to encounter God where he has revealed himself. Come hear stories of one who has walked the walk.

Deacon Bob Marben has a background in business, human resources, leadership and organizational management. He has

served as the 2017 Diocese of Gary Synod Coordinator.

July 18, 2018 Presenter: Dr. Melanie Barrett Love, Sex, and Relationships:

Constructing my Life According to God’s Blueprint Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions?

If I construct my life according to God’s blueprint, what’s in it for me? Can I find true love and personal fulfillment

while also following Jesus (as his faithful disciple)? If I do things God’s way, will I be joyful or just plain

miserable? Learn what our contemporary Catholic tradition teaches about love, sex, and relationships: how to live a

deeply meaningful life. The answers might surprise you! Dr. Melanie Barrett, Professor of Moral Theology, University

of St. Mary of the Lake / Mundelein Seminary

July 25, 2018 Presenter: Father Britto Berchmans

Forming a Healthy Self-image in a “Selfie” Society This session will offer 10 concrete steps to build your

self-esteem and indicate how the lack of self-esteem often damages good relationships.

Father Britto Berchmans is a Pastor at St. Paul of the Cross in Park Ridge, IL and holds a Master’s degree in physics, systematic theology & journalism and a PhD in mass

communication. Find information in an entertaining format.

August 1, 2018 Presenter: Dr. Leonard DeLorenzo

Witness: Learning to tell the Stories of Grace that Illumine Our Lives

Beginning with the apostles themselves, Christians have practiced the art of telling their stories of faith. We will explore how grace is at work in our lives, and how these

stories inspire hope and build community. Dr Leonard DeLorenzo works in the McGrath Institute for

Church Life at the University of Notre Dame.

Our Lady of Grace Event Beer Garden Festival

Join OLG for their annual Beer Garden every day from Friday, June 29 to Wednesday, July 4 from 6:00 p.m.-

Midnight daily. You’ll find refreshing pop/water, beer, wine coolers and a host of delicious food offerings. Tip boards and 50/50 raffle, too. Parish Office: (219) 838-0395 for details.

St. John Bosco Events

Join us at St. John Bosco, corner of Columbia and 171st Street in Hammond for the following upcoming events:

Rummage Sale Saturday, June 30 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Guests should

enter through Door G. If you’d like to donate clean household items (no clothing), they must in be in good condition for

resale. Drop-off donated items at the Cafeteria any day, June 25-28 between 8:30-11:00 a.m. or 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Clothing Give-Away St. John Bosco will be hosting a Clothing Give-Away in the Cafeteria on Saturday, July 28 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon for anyone in need of clothing. Donations of clean clothing in

good condition are also needed. Donations can be dropped off at the SJB Parish Office between 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

For more information about these events, please contact the St. John Bosco Parish Office between 8:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

at (219)844-9027 for details.

Wounded Healers The next session of Wounded Healers Grief Support Program will begin on Wednesday, August 29 at St. James the Less in

Highland. Details coming soon.

Spred Program We are finding people of all ages who live with

developmental, intellectual or learning difficulties. We want to begin the Spred (special religious development)

program at St. Mary in Griffith to welcome adolescents, 11-16 years of age. Monica Kliza is the Spred parish

chairperson. Come and join us on Wednesday, July 25, 6:30 p.m. in the

St. Mary’s Church at 525 N. Broad Street in Griffith. We are also in need of adult volunteers (seven more)

who will welcome these people into a Spred community of faith. The meeting is informational not a commitment. Spred

has a website: www.Spred-Chicago.org.

Calling All STMS Alumni Alumni, Parents, Children & Friends

If you haven’t heard from us recently, we may not have accurate contact information. It’s almost “reunion season”.

Don’t miss any important and fun upcoming alumni events. You can submit updates for yourself, your children, relatives

or friends by contacting Karen Leluga at kleluga@stm-school.com or (219) 836-9151, ext. 307.

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2

6:30 pm Marian Rosary Chapel

3 9:15 am-6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel

4 Happy July 4th

Mass at 9:00 a.m.

Parish Office Closed

5 6

7 8:00 am First Saturday Rosary Church

Welcome Fr. Andrew

Corona After 5:30 p.m.

Mass

8

Welcome Fr. Andrew

Corona After All Masses

9 6:30 pm Marian Rosary Chapel 7:30 pm Knights of Columbus Solar Room

10 9:15 am-6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel 7:00 pm Baptism Prep Class Conference Rm

11 7:00 pm St. Vincent de Paul Conference Room

12 6:30 pm Scripture Study Conference Room

13 9:00 am Gifts/Love Warmth Conference Room

14 10:00 am Oblates Conference Room

15 16 6:30 pm Marian Rosary Chapel

17 9:15 am-6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel

18 19 7:00 pm Career Networking Weis Center

20 9:00 am Gifts/Love Warmth Conference Room

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22 23 6:30 pm Marian Rosary Chapel 7:30 pm Knights of Columbus Solar Room

24 9:15 am-6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel

25 7:00 pm St. Vincent de Paul Conference Room

26 27 9:00 am Gifts/Love Warmth Conference Room

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29 St. Vincent de Paul

Food Collection After all Masses

30 Annual

Golf Classic Briar Ridge

9:00 a.m.

6:30 pm Marian Rosary Chapel

31 9:15 am-6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration Chapel 1:00 pm Prayer/Vocations Chapel 6:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel

Vacation Bible School ● 8:30 a.m. –12:00 Noon ● SonQuest Rainforest

July 2018