St. John Catholic Church 301 South Cottage Grove Avenue Glenwood, IL 60425

St. John Catholic Church 301 South Cottage Grove Avenue

Glenwood, IL 60425 Phone: 708-758-5098

Fax: 708-758-0408

Rev. Karol Tybor - Pastor frkaroltybor@gmail.com

Religious Education: Andy Perz Music Director: Andy Perz Parish Secretary: Eileen Rhoda Parish Secretary: Karen Donlon

Parish Email: sjglenwood301@gmail.com Visit us at: www.sjchurchglenwood.org Parish Office Hours: M—F 9:00—2:30

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 and 10:00 a.m.

Holy Days: 7pm Vigil & 8 am on Holy Day

Weekday Mass: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday:

8:00 a.m. Mass will always be said the 1st Friday

of each month

Eucharistic Service: Friday, Saturday: 8:00 a.m.

Adoration of the Holy Eucharistic Mondays 3-6

Confessions: Saturdays, 4:30 p.m.; or by appointment.

First Friday: Benediction after 8:00 a.m. Mass.

First Saturday: Sorrowful Mother Novena after 8:00 a.m. Eucharistic Service

Sacrament of Baptism: Please call the Parish Office to schedule

Sacrament of Marriage: Please call Fr. Karol to plan a wedding date.

Sick Calls: Call the Parish Office to arrange for a visit

RCIA: For information on becoming a Catholic,

adult sacramental preparation or Adult Ed, call the parish office.

We, the people of St. John Parish, being brothers and sisters in Christ,

accept as our mission: to know our faith

to live by truth and love to serve the needs of others

to teach by example to strengthen,

inspire and improve the Parish family.

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

MILITARY—-SPECIAL PRAYER REQUEST Matt Auron, 1st Lt. Chaplain Marcin Bulinski, Matthew Daliege, Jeffrey Frjelich, Mike and Lauren Fruehling, Matthew Golden, Sgt. James Grunhard (Middle East), Jeff Hefner, Colonel Robert Holba, USAF, Corey Longo, Jared Lopez, Jose M. Morfin, USMC, Mark Nicola, Tom Raines, Robert Richmond, Steve Schluntz, USMC, Col. Donald Tomich, Lance Corporal George Trikolas, Dan Tucker, Michael Westervelt (Afganistan)

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE FOLLOWING :

Fr. Rochford, Leo Alexander, Jesse & Ray Auron, Catherine Bloom, Rita Burke Nadine Burnett, George

Carollo, Mary Ann Daliege, Tom Davis, Brian Dowling, Jr., Linda Foley, Edward Glynn, Elsie Grun-hard, Millie Gunther, Cindy Hanus, Mary Jackson, Linda Jones, Mary Kieta, Monica Kummerer, Joe and Mary Lamacki, Delores LeLuga, Marie Lendi, Barbara Lundquist, Dorothy Malkowski, Elaine Marczewski, Lindy and Mary Michelon, Bob Mischke, Annie Nicks, Pete Panozzo, Peter Powers, Donna M. Ross, Amy and Charles Ruiz, Louise Ryan, Ann Sardella, Ray Sebben, Jr., Elaine Silveus, Valeria Tomich, Karen Truesdale, Seana Valentine

PARISH MINISTRIES Annulment Ministry: 758-5098 Arts & Environment: Trudy Miller 758-6123 Baptism Program: Chuck and Kim Arvia 877-8818 Domestic Violence Awareness Karen LeLuga 754-1782 Evangelization: 758-5098 Finance Committee: 758-5098 Knights of Columbus: Joel Krezman (219)308-1019 Ministry of Care: Bob Leluga 754-1782 Parish Council: 758-5098 Parish Fellowship: 758-5098 Prayer Link: Judy Konieczka 758-6276 RCIA: 758-5098 Right to Life 758-5098 Server Training: Ralph Sobie 877-7653 Server Schedule: Eileen Rhoda 758-5098 St. John’s Women’s Club: Anna Davis 757-6727 Stewardship Committee: Judy Konieczka 758-6276 Ushers: Charles Lazzara 219-515-2530

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Please call the parish office if you would like have a remembrance candle included and lit for your loved one during the All Soul’s Memorial Mass on Wednesday, November 2nd at 7 PM.

New Members WELCOME! If you have been attending St. John and have been unsure about joining, don’t be. We are a welcom-ing community and would love to have you with us.

To become a member of St. John Parish, fill out the information below and place this in the Offer-tory Collection or mail it to the parish office. You may also call the parish secretary at 758-5098. If you have a new address or new phone number please call the office or make changes on the form below so we can keep our records updated. Name__________________________________________ Address _______________________________________ Phone__________________________________________

PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FOR A CHANGE OF ADDRESS, NAME OR PHONE NUMBER SO THAT OUR FILES ARE

KEPT UP-TO-DATE.

This weekend I have a chance to taste some of the home baked goodies made by our parishioners. Thank you very much to our Women’s Club for sweetening our fall days for us! I hope all of you will have a chance to stop by our Social Hall to buy some cakes and cookies and in the process support our Women’s Club. I am excited to announce to you that we will host Late Nite Catechism here at St. John’s on January 21st at 6 PM. The Fellowship Committee is preparing this fun night filled with food, drinks and laughter. Even though the event will take place in a couple of months, I am letting you know so you may mark your calendars and let your families and friends know about it. More details will follow in the upcoming

bulletins. Next month Pope Francis will conclude The Year of Mercy by closing The Holy Doors of St. Peter Basilica in Rome. The Archdiocese of Chicago has partnered with the Art Institute of Chicago to create a tour that explores art works featuring themes of compassion and forgiveness. I invite you to join me on November 5th at 10 AM. We will take the Metra Train from Homewood to The Art Insti-tute and after viewing the exhibit and lunch we will make our way home. Please call the parish office if you are interested and to receive more details. In less than two weeks we will celebrate All Saint’s and All Soul’s Days. These celebrations call to our mind those who have gone before us. This weekend we welcome Catholic Cemeteries with their presentation to our parish. Next weekend is the 5th Sunday of the month. Our Knights of Columbus will lead us in praying the rosary after the 8 AM Mass. If the weather permits the rosary will be prayed by Mary’s Grotto. With prayers, Fr. Karol

All Souls’ Day Celebration

On Wednesday, November 2nd, the church celebrates the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed. There will be 7:00 p.m. Mass in our church in memory of our faithful departed. The memo-rial service will take place immediately following the homily of the Mass. At that time, the names of parishioners and those buried from St. John Church since November 1, 2015 will be read. Upon your arrival for Mass on All Souls Day you will receive a candle having the name of your deceased loved one. As the name of your loved one is read during the memorial service, you and your family will bring the candle up to the front to be lit, and placed in front of the altar. If you would also like to have a photo of your loved one placed in the sacred space during November, you may bring the photo ahead of time to our office. Please be sure to put the name on the back. You may also bring the photo as you come to the service on November 2nd. We invite you, your family, and anyone who wishes, to please join us in praying for and remembering our deceased loved ones. While we no longer experience their physical presence with us, our faith tells us we will one day be reunited. Life has changed for them, their earthly journey is completed, and they are at peace. In communion with them, we journey forward in faith. For any questions, clarifications, or concerns, please call Church Office: 708-758-5098

New Members WELCOME!

If you have been attending St. John and have been unsure about joining, don’t be. We are a welcoming community and would love to have you with us.

To become a member of St. John Parish, fill out the information below and place this in the Offertory Collection or mail it to the parish office. You may also call the parish secretary at 758-5098. If you have a new address or new phone number please call the office or make changes on the form below so we can keep our records updated. Name__________________________________________ Address _______________________________________ Phone__________________________________________

ARE YOU READY FOR BUBBA???

Leaves are turning gorgeous colors, children are back in school, pumpkins are starting to appear slowly and the days and nights are getting cooler. This means that somewhere “BUBBA” is getting ready to break out of hiding and make his appearance in Saint John’s vestibule. He is looking for his feathers, so once again it is time to get ready for turkey shoot season and to “feather that bird.” BUBBA is hoping to earn all 15 of his feathers, each valued at $1,000, for a plume of $15.000. In his lifetime, BUBBA, has never reached his goal. His fervent hope is to become fully feathered this season. Please do whatever you can to help him reach his goal. Prizes will remain the same. First prize is $1,000, Second prize is $500, Third prize is $250, and there are 5 prizes of $100 each. Winning tickets will be drawn, in the Social Hall, Sunday, November 20th after 10:00 Mass. Tickets are still a great bargain, $10 each or 3 for $25. Since this is our only Parish wide fundraiser, each family is asked to buy or sell $50 worth of tickets, if their circumstances permit. This is an ideal time to approach all the people whose causes you support throughout the year. Additional tickets can be obtained from the Parish Office. Thank you for your consistent support of your Parish. Tickets will be mailed out shortly. In the past, we have had some parishioners who did not receive their tickets. If you do not receive your tickets by October 31st, please contact Eileen or Karen at the Parish Office. They are available Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If you don’t get answer they are assisting other parishioners.

VETERAN’S CELEBRATION LUNCHEON WITH THE

55+ H-F PARK DISTRICT PROGRAM Please join us Monday, November 7, from Noon—2 p.m. at Irwin Community Center, Ridge and Highland, Homewood for this special event celebrating our freedom and honoring our Veterans who have made it all possible. We will have a special presentation for our Veterans followed by a scrumptious plated lunch catered by Wiley’s grill of sirloin beef tips, rustic mashed potatoes, seasoned broccoli, fresh baked dinner roll and Tiramisu for dessert. Post-meal entertainment with “America Once More” is included. Registration must be by Noon Thursday, November 3, at either the Irwin Community Center or calling 708-957-7275. Fee is $11. Veterans may attend for half-price. This Party is sponsored by First Merchants Bank Flossmoor branch, 3301 Vollmer Road.

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

The prayer of the lowly pierces the clouds; it does not rest until it reaches its goal,

nor will it withdraw till the Most High responds.

— Sirach 35:17‑18a

“FINDING HOPE”

REMEMBERING AND HONORING OUR LOVED ONES DURING THE HOLIDAYS

The holiday can be difficult for families

impacted by the loss of a loved one. VITAS Healthcare invites children and teens of all

ages with their caregiver family to attend this creative and compassionate event honor-

ing and remembering those beloved.

COME JOIN US FOR A CREATIVE MEMORIAL ACTIVITY

A light breakfast & lunch will be served

CRAFTS—MUSIC—CAREGIVER

SUPPORT INFORMATION AND MORE

Where: VITAS Healthcare 8525 W. 183rd St. Suite M Tinley Park, IL 60487 When: November 5, 2016 9:30 am—12:15 pm Who: Children of all ages and their caregiver(s) RSVP By October 31st Call: 708-781-4405 ———————————————————

OCTOBER 23 Mary Grotto Dedication after 8:00 Mass Young Adult Ministry 11:00 AM 25 Epic—9 AM and 7 PM CRHP—6:30 PM 26 Parish Council Meeting—6 PM 30 Rosary prayed at the Mary Grotto NOVEMBER 2 Fellowship Meeting—6:30 PM 3 Epic History Classes—9 AM and 7 PM Knights of Columbus—7:30 PM 6 Hospitality Sunday 7 Women’s Club Meeting—Catholic Charities

Speaker 8 Epic Classes—9 AM and 7 PM CRHP Meeting—6:30 PM 9 A & E Planning Meeting—6:30 PM 13 Young Adult Mass—6 PM 15 Epic Classes—9 AM and 7 PM

The Women’s Club BAKE SALE will be held this weekend, October 22/23 before and after all Masses. Stop in the Social Hall and to purchase some delicious goodies and help support our St. John Women’s Club. Thank you for your continued support. ————————————————————-

YEAR OF MERCY INSPIRED TOUR

AT THE ART INSTITUTE

The Archdiocese of Chicago is very pleased to invite you to participate in the Year of Mercy Art Tour created in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago. The tour will run from October through December 2016.

This tour includes seven works of art which will pull you through the Art Institute and two millennia. These works reflect the seven Spiritual Works of Mercy – those acts of compassion we offer to help our neighbors with their spiritual and emotional needs. It is our hope that these beautiful works of art will allow those who attend to encounter the living Christ and experience God’s mercy. www.jubileemercy.org

LITURGICAL MINISTERS October 29/30, 2016

Eucharistic Ministers

5:00 PM Tim Settle, Kim Dirck,

Cathie Branch, Need a volunteer 8:00 AM Janice Wenckus (Sacristan) Joe Wenckus, Judy Konieczka, Trudy Miller, Andrea Anderson 10:00 AM Kim Arvia, Tim Reed,

Ruth Mokry, Joe Mokry, Dianne O’Connor

Lectors

5:00 PM Ralph Sobie 8:00 AM Bill Miller 10:00 AM Susan Gates

Altar Servers

5:00 PM Terri Glaum Ron Glaum 8:00 AM Nancy Galbreath Dave Galbreath 10:00 AM Theo Orellana Need a volunteer

Sunday, October 23, 2016 to

Sunday, October 30, 2016 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00-John & Margaret Partyka by Timothy Partyka 10:00-Tom Giroux by Kalemba Family Monday– St. Anthony Mary Claret, Bishop 8:00– Helena & Vincent Przybysz Tuesday–Weekday 8:00– Archbishop Blasé Cupich on his appointment Wednesday–Weekday 8:00– Nicholas C. Tedeschi by Tedeschi Family Thursday-Weekday 8:00– Helena Przybysz by Pat & Karen Donlon Friday-Saint Simon & Jude, Apostles 8:00-Eucharistic Service Saturday– Weekday 8:00—Eucharistic Service Vigil-Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00-Charles Bunger Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00-Vincent Przybysz by Mark & Eileen Rhoda 10:00-Mark Marczak & Kevin Beukema

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

Imagine the frustration of bishops who work strenuously over their ad limina reports, directing study committees, assembling data, honing the texts, traveling to Rome “to the threshold,” only to have it all collapse into a fifteen-minute group meeting with the pope. More than a few have grumbled at the weight of this “treasure” from our tradition, yet from the pope’s vantage point, they are essential to his ministry. Pope John Paul II recalled his own experience as the Bishop of Kraków, visiting with Pope Paul VI in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The memory of those individual visits caused him to strengthen the for-mat, assuring each of the world’s 2,744 bishops a privileged fifteen private minutes with the pope every five years. If you wonder what the pope does all day, the thought of dealing with five hundred bishops a year and reading their detailed reports on diocesan life should help fill up the calendar. Pope John Paul II used to say that he approached each individual meeting with the personal goal of learning something new about the Church, and his lively interest made the visits immensely worthwhile. The content of the private meetings remains under a privilege of secrecy, or as Cardinal Theodore McCarrick once said, “You’re only supposed to quote the pope if he tells a joke.” —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Eph 4:32 — 5:8; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 13:10-17 Tuesday: Eph 5:21-33 or 5:2a, 25-33; Ps 128:1-5; Lk 13:18-21 Wednesday: Eph 6:1-9; Ps 145:10-14; Lk 13:22-30 Thursday: Eph 6:10-20; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Lk 13:31-35 Friday: Eph 2:19-22; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 6:12-16 Saturday: Phil 1:18b-26; Ps 42:2, 3, 5cdef; Lk 14:1, 7-11 Sunday: Wis 11:22 — 12:2; Ps 145:1-2, 8- 11, 13-14; 2 Thes 1:11 — 2:2; Lk 19:1-10

PARISH COUNCIL COMMITTEE Lori Lucente-Chairperson

Karen Leluga-Secretary Ora Adams Ricki Biank Ron Carine David Galbreath John Kennerk Judy Konieczka Roslon Seals Maira Zambrano Next meeting will be October 26, 2016-6 PM

PARISH FINANCE COMMITTEE Jim Adduci -co chair Susan Gates Dan Genisio-co chair Phyllis Giroux Bill Miller-Secretary Lynn Unyi Janice Wenckus Joe Dillon/ Bookkeeper

Next meeting is November 30, 2016—7 PM

HOT LINES—WHEN YOU NEED HELP NOW!

COURAGE Treatment Center Grief Support Crisis Center So. Sub Council For single mothers 219-230-3622 Center for New for South on Alcoholism And unplanned Celebrate Rec. Beginnings Suburbia and Substance Pregnancies 219-864-0300 708-985-3010 708-429-7255 Abuse 708-636-8001 708-647-3333 FAITH CHURCH SUPPORT GROUP 219-864-0302 CELEBRATERECOVERY@FAITHCHURCHONLINE.ORG

SUNDAY COLLECTION October 8/9

Weekly Goal: $4,100.00

Sunday Collection: $4,480.00*

Envelopes Received 136* E-Giving $375.00*

Transactions 11*

Total Sunday Giving: $4,855.00**

*Includes Memorials **Includes E-Giving —————————————————————

NEVER ABANDONED Lord, I do not ask that I never be afflicted, but

only that you never abandon me in affliction. —St. Bernadette Soubirous

TO TEACH WHO CHRIST IS

Total Pledges/Donations:$423,272.00

Parish Share: $317,272.00

# of Pledges/Donations: 116

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