The Aloysian The Weekly Newsletter of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga Parish El Boletín Semanal de la Parroquia de San Luis Gonzaga

2 August 2020 Volume 135

Faithful to Christ Fieles a Cristo

Church: 2300 W. Le Moyne St. Offices: 1510 N Claremont Ave Chicago, IL 60622 staloysiusparish.org

Phone: 1-773-278-4808 email: office@staloysiusparish.org Fax: 1-773-278-4898

Welcome to St. Aloysius Gonzaga Bienvenido a San Luis Gonzaga

Readings for the Week

Lecturas para la Semana

Readings for the Week of August 2, 2020

Sunday/Domingo, August 2 Is 55:1-3/Ps 145:8-9, 15-16, 17-18 [cf. 16]/Rom 8:35, 37-39/Mt 14:13-21 Monday/Lunes, August 3 Jer 28:1-17/Ps 119:29, 43, 79, 80, 95, 102 [68b]/Mt 14:22-36 Tuesday/Martes, August 4 Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22/Ps 102:16-18, 19-21, 29 and 22-23 [17]/Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Wednesday/Miércoles, August 5 Jer 31:1-7/Jer 31:10, 11-12ab, 13 [cf. 10d]/Mt 15:21-28 Thursday/Jueves, August 6 Dn 7:9-10, 13-14/Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9 [1a, 9a]/2 Pt 1:16-19/Mt 17:1-9 Friday/Viernes, August 7 Na 2:1, 3; 3:1-3, 6-7/Dt 32:35cd-36ab, 39abcd, 41 [39c]/Mt 16:24-28 Saturday/Sábado, August 8 Hb 1:12—2:4/Ps 9:8-9, 10-11, 12-13 [11b]/Mt 17:14-20 Next Sunday/Próximo Domingo, August 9 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a/Ps 85:9, 10, 11-12, 13-14 [8]/Rom 9:1-5/Mt 14:22-33

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EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

SATURDAY, August 1—St. Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church

No Public Masses

SUNDAY, August 2 8:00 a.m. +Claudio Cruz Por la Salud de Ernestina Acosta +María Nieves González +Francisco Santo Calixto

(Aniversario de Cumpleaños) 10:00 a.m. +Ricardo Lopez +Ruben Agosto, Sr. +María Nieves González For the Health of Jose A. Santana 12:00 p.m. +Elidia Otero +María Casiana (Aniversario de

Cumpleaños) +Julián Moreira +Francisco Santo Calixto (Aniversario de

Cumpleaños)

MONDAY, August 3 No Public Masses

TUESDAY, August 4—St. John Vianney, Priest 8:00am

WEDNESDAY, August 5—The Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major

No Public Masses

THURSDAY, August 6—The Transfiguration of the Lord

8:00am

FRIDAY, August 7—St. Sixtus II, Pope, and Companions, Martyrs; St. Cajetan, Priest

No Public Masses

SATURDAY, August 8—St. Dominic, Priest No Public Masses

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

SATURDAY, August 8—St. Dominic, Priest No Public Masses

SUNDAY, August 9 8:00 a.m. +Ana Acevedo +Francisco Santo Calixto 10:00 a.m. +Aida Velez (9th Anniversary) +Jeanette Poskozim 12:00 p.m. +Santa Lebrón +Elidia Otero +Francisco Santo Calixto (Aniversario de

Cumpleaños)

Please call 773-278-4808 to register to attend any of the Masses and/or confessions.

Llame al 773-278-4808 para registrarse para asistir a cualquiera de las Misas y/o confesiones.

Mass Schedule Horario de las Misas

Sunday Masses English: 10:00am Spanish: 8:00am & 12:00pm

Misas dominicales Español: 10:00am Inglés: 8:00am & 12:00pm

Weekdays at 8am Spanish: Tuesday & Thursday

Misas diarias a las 8am Español: martes y jueves

Reconciliation: Saturdays 4-5pm Reconciliación: Sábados 4-5pm

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The offering of the love of God is emphasized in our readings this Sunday. The first reading speaks about how bountiful is the love of God. The prophet Isaiah utilizes the images of water and bread, which in the desert are precious sources of nourishment, to proclaim what God wants for His people, abundant and ultimate satisfaction. He invites us to a place where we will be secure, where we could satisfy all our hungers, desires, and needs... Where we shall lack for nothing.

St. Paul in the second reading talks about the intimate and strong bond between him and those who keep God's covenant. This relationship, unique only to our God, cannot be destroyed, broken or annulled. St. Paul, at the threshold of his own martyrdom, maintains and reinforces the idea that nothing shall stand between our God and us, nor principalities or demons, nor the past or the future, not even our own personal weaknesses. This is all as a consequence of God's promises.

These promises have a concrete appearance. God's offering of love becomes food for us. In today's gospel the miracle of the multiplication of the fish and loaves acquires Eucharist connotation. The author identifies the time of the day, it was evening, almost as foreshadow of the last supper, which also took place at the end of the day. It mentions how Jesus took the loaves and looking up to heaven said the blessing, broke the loaves and fed the crowd. This was the inspiration for the primitive church to celebrate the Eucharist, as it is an inspiration for us today. This is the moment where all must be fed, all must be taken care of, and all must be satisfied. This is Eucharist.

This event acts as a model for the church in all ages involving the whole Body of Christ. Jesus accomplished the feeding of the crowd with the help of his disciples. He didn't want to make of this a "one man show". He made his disciples part of the delivery even though they were reluctant at the beginning to do so and also looked for pragmatic ways of solving the problem. Challenged by Jesus to use their own resources and to simply have faith they were able to feed everybody. What started with an insignificant portion of food became an abundant gesture from our Creator to His creation.

The five loaves and two fishes represent the resources and the potential we pose for goodness. This gift may be our ability to provide a neighbor of something he might need, or a listening ear to a sorrowing widow, or to be willing to be member of a parish organization. In whatever way we are of service for others we show the compassion of Christ, the very same compassion that moved him when he disembarked and saw the vast crowd and their needs. We gather around this altar to celebrate the Eucharist and to receive the gift, which we are called to share. Only in such we can be for others, only in such we can be of nourishment... only in such we can be Eucharist... And we don't even get to do dishes.

La ofrenda del amor de Dios se enfatiza en nuestras lecturas de este domingo. La primera lectura habla sobre cuán generoso es el amor de Dios. El profeta Isaías utiliza las imágenes de agua y pan, que en el desierto son fuentes preciadas de alimento, para proclamar lo que Dios quiere para su pueblo, abundante y máxima satisfacción. Nos invita a un lugar donde estemos seguros, donde podamos satisfacer todas nuestras ansias, deseos y necesidades... Donde nada faltará.

San Pablo en la segunda lectura habla sobre el vínculo íntimo y fuerte entre él y aquellos que guardan el pacto de Dios. Esta relación, exclusiva únicamente a nuestro Dios, no puede destruirse, romperse ni anularse. San Pablo, en el umbral de su propio martirio, mantiene y refuerza la idea de que nada se interpondrá entre nuestro Dios y nosotros, ni los principados o demonios, ni el pasado o el futuro, ni siquiera nuestras propias debilidades personales. Todo esto es consecuencia de las promesas de Dios.

Estas promesas tienen una apariencia concreta. La ofrenda de amor de Dios se convierte en alimento para nosotros. En el evangelio de hoy, el milagro de la multiplicación de los peces y los panes adquiere una connotación eucarística. El autor identifica la hora

del día, era de noche, casi como presagio de la última cena, que también tuvo lugar al final del día. Menciona cómo Jesús tomó los panes y alzó la vista al cielo, dijo la bendición, partió los panes y alimentó a la multitud. Esta fue la inspiración para que la iglesia primitiva celebrara la Eucaristía, y sigue siendo inspiración para nosotros en el día de hoy. Este es el momento en que todos deben ser alimentados, todos deben ser atendidos y todos deben estar satisfechos. Esta es la Eucaristía. Este evento actúa como un modelo para la iglesia en todas las edades involucrando a todo el Cuerpo de Cristo. Jesús logró alimentar a la

multitud con la ayuda de sus discípulos. No quería hacer de esto un "espectáculo de un solo hombre". Hizo que sus discípulos formaran parte de la entrega a pesar de que al principio eran reacios en hacerlo y

quienes también buscaron formas pragmáticas de resolver el problema. Desafiados por Jesús para usar sus propios recursos y simplemente tener fe, pudieron alimentar a todos. Lo que comenzó con una porción insignificante de comida se convirtió en un gesto abundante de nuestro Creador a Su creación.

Los cinco panes y los dos peces representan los recursos y el potencial que tenemos para la bondad. Este don puede ser nuestra capacidad de brindarle a un vecino algo que pueda necesitar, o escuchar a una viuda inconsolable, o estar dispuestos a ser miembros de una organización parroquial. De cualquier manera que estemos al servicio de los demás, mostramos la compasión de Cristo, la misma compasión que lo conmovió cuando desembarcó y vio a la gran multitud y sus necesidades. Nos reunimos alrededor de este altar para celebrar la Eucaristía y recibir el regalo, que estamos llamados a compartir. Sólo así podemos ser para los demás, sólo así podemos ser alimento... Sólo así podemos ser Eucaristía... Y ni siquiera tenemos que lavar los platos.

From the Pastor’s Desk…

Padre Claudio Díaz, Jr.

From the Pastor’s Desk…

Fr. Claudio Díaz, Jr.

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Creating a Lesson Plan: Spiritual Goals (Catechist 2020-2021 Handbook and Planning Guide) What makes catechesis different from other forms of learning is that “the object of catechesis is communion with Jesus Christ” (National Directory for Catechesis, 19B). It promotes an encounter with Christ through our beliefs, the sacraments, the moral life, and the life of prayer. “At the heart of catechesis we find, in essence, a Person, the Person of Jesus of Nazareth,” (St. John Paul II, Catechesi Tradendae, 5; also NDC, 19B).

Creación de un Plan de Lección: Metas Espirituales (Manual y Guía de Planificación del Catequista 2020-2021) Lo que hace que la catequesis sea diferente de otras formas de aprendizaje es que "el objeto de la catequesis es la comunión con Jesucristo" (Directorio Nacional de Catequesis, 19B). Promueve el encuentro con Cristo a través de nuestras creencias, los sacramentos, la vida moral y la vida de oración. "En el corazón de la catequesis encontramos, en esencia, una Persona, la Persona de Jesús de Nazaret", (San Juan Pablo II, Catequesis Tradendae, 5; también NDC, 19B).

If you are passionate about your faith and committed to sharing it with children and youth, please consider using your time, talent, and treasure to serve God and his Church through the Ministry of Religious Education! Please contact the parish office for more information. We look forward to working with you to bring Jesus into the hearts and minds of the promising future of the Church!

¡Si usted está apasionado sobre su fe y comprometido a compartirla con los niños y jóvenes, por favor considere usar su tiempo, talento y tesoro para servir a Dios y su Iglesia a través del Ministerio de Catequesis!

Favor de comunicarse con la oficina parroquial para más información. ¡Esperamos trabajar con usted para colocar a Jesús en los corazones y las mentes del futuro de la Iglesia!

All children ages six and older who are not enrolled in a Catholic School should be enrolled in a Religious Education program. Please go online to www.staloysiusparish.org to download the forms to register your child. Please attach to these forms the child’s baptismal certificate and a $20 deposit. Feel free to call 773-278-4808 with any related questions, or send an email to ccd@staloysiusparish.org. Thanks for your cooperation. We look forward to having your child in our program.

Todo niño/a seis años de edad y mayor que no está inscrito en una Escuela Católica debe estar matriculado en un programa de educación religiosa. Visite nuestra página web al www.staloysiusparish.org para imprimir los formularios para inscribir a su hijo/a. Favor de mandar adjunto el certificado de bautismo de su hijo/a y un depósito de $20. No dude en llamar a 773-278-4808 con cualquier pregunta relacionada, o enviar un correo electrónico a ccd@staloysiusparish.org. Gracias por su cooperación. Estamos deseosos de tener a su hijo/a en nuestro programa.

Registro Temprano Early Registration

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Sunday/ Domingo

Monday/ Lunes Tuesday/ Martes

Wednesday/Miércoles

Thursday/ Jueves

Friday/ Viernes

Saturday/ Sábado

Sunday/ Domingo

2 8:00am Spanish Mass 10:00am English Mass 12:00am Spanish Mass

3 Monsignor Thiele Center Closed No Public Masses

4 8:00am Spanish Mass

5 Monsignor Thiele Center Closed No Public Masses

6 8:00am Spanish Mass 9am-12pm Drive-up Food Pantry

7 Monsignor Thiele Center Closed No Public Masses

8 Monsignor Thiele Center Closed No Public Masses 400pm Confessions

9 8:00am Spanish Mass 10:00am English Mass 12:00am Spanish Mass

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

National Immunization Awareness Month is an annual observance that highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. Advocate Aurora Health encourages you talk to your doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional to ensure you and your family are up to date on recommended vaccines. During National Immunization Awareness

Month, your faith community can:

Encourage members to get their flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends every person six months and older receive an annual flu vaccine. See the CDC Flu Vaccine Finder and other information at https://www.cdc.gov/flu. Offer your building as a flu vaccination site. Remember to follow CDC safety guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/r3dcpqk. Organize rides to vaccination clinics or set up vaccination appointments for seniors, those with disabilities and other members in need of assistance. Hold an information session on vaccines or publicize the CDC vaccine guide in your faith community newsletter or website: https://tinyurl.com/y3kyo25p.

Prayer: Thank you for the protection we receive through immunization. Strengthen and guide us as we care for ourselves and those with whom we share our world. You Have the Power to Protect

If you are pregnant, getting vaccinated can help protect your baby after birth by passing on

antibodies. These antibodies can give your baby short-term protection from flu and whooping cough until it is time for their own vaccines. Parents: You have the power to protect your children against serious diseases like measles, cancers caused by HPV, and whooping cough. View CDC’s immunization schedule to see which vaccines your children need, whether they are babies or teenagers: https://tinyurl.com/y8b2ocvf Adults: Vaccines aren’t just for kids. You may need vaccines to protect against whooping cough, flu, pneumonia, and shingles. Ask your doctor about vaccines you may need for your age, health conditions, job, or lifestyle. For more information, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/events/niam/index.html

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Knights of Columbus

Since 1882, membership in the Knights of Columbus has been open to men 18 years of age or older who are "practical" (that is, practicing) Catholics in union with the Holy See. Since that time, the Knights of Columbus has understood "practical catholic" to mean a Catholic who accepts the teaching authority of the Catholic Church on matters of faith and morals, aspires to live in accord with the precepts of the Catholic Church, i and is in good standing in the Catholic Church.

We are seeking members for our group here at St. Aloysius. If you are interested in joining and are 18 years of age or older, please contact David Diaz at 773-206-9455.

Caballeros de Colón

Desde 1882, la membresía en Caballeros de Colón ha estado abierta a hombres de 18 años de edad o mayores que son católicos "prácticos" (es decir, practicantes) en unión con la Santa Sede. Desde entonces, Caballeros de Colón ha entendido que "católico práctico" significa un católico que acepta la autoridad docente de la Iglesia Católica en asuntos de fe y moral, aspira a vivir de acuerdo con los preceptos de la Iglesia Católica, y es en buen estado en la Iglesia Católica.

Estamos buscando miembros para nuestro grupo aquí en St. Aloysius. Si está interesado en unirse y tiene 18 años de edad o más, comuníquese con David Díaz al 773-206-9455.

Parish Office Information

Our parish office is still closed to the public. We will continue to take phone calls and see people by appointment only. Our hours have changed. Please call Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm for more information.

Información sobre la Oficina Parroquial

Nuestra oficina parroquial sigue cerrada al público. Continuaremos recibiendo llamadas telefónicas y veremos a la gente solo con cita previa. Nuestras horas han cambiado. Llame de lunes a sábado de 9am a 5pm para obtener más información.

Parish Adoration

We will be having a Parish Adoration on Wednesday, August 19th from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at the Church.

Please remember to call the Parish Office to register if you are planning to come on this day. Also, remember to bring your mask.

Adoración al Santísimo

Tendremos una Adoración al Santísimo el miércoles, 19 de Agosto de 7:00pm a 8:00pm en la Iglesia.

Favor de llamar a la Oficina Parroquial para registrarse si es que va a participar de este día. También, acuérdese de traer su mascarilla.

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Are you registered with us? ¿Está registrado con nosotros?

We would love to serve you better. Please fill in this registration form and place in the collection basket. Nos encantaría servirle mejor. Favor de llenar esta forma de registración y póngala en la canasta de la colecta.

Name (Nombre) ______________________________________ Phone (Teléfono) ________________________________________

Address (Dirección) # ________________________________ Cell # ________________________________________________

___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ City /Cuidad State/Estado Zip Code/Zona Postal Language Spoken at Home / Idioma que habla en su hogar

Email Address/Correo electrónico___________________________________________________________________________________

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SAINT ALOYSIUS GONZAGA PARISH, CHICAGO

Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago

Bishop Robert Casey, Vicar of Vicariate III

PARISH STAFF—EQUIPO PARROQUIAL Pastor/ Párroco

Rev. Claudio Díaz, Jr.

Deacons-Diáconos Raymond Arroyo, Adolfo López,

William Smyser

Business Manager/ Gerente Comercial Rosa M. Tryba

Coordinator of Rel. Ed/ Coordinador de Catecismo

José M. Morales

Maintenance Engineer/ Ingeniero de Mantenimiento

Luis R. Hernández

Food Pantry Coordinator/ Coordinador de Despensa de Comestibles

Manuel Vázquez

Parish Secretary/ Secretaria Parroquial Olga E. Morales

Office Hours 9:00am—5:00pm by Appointment

Please call the parish office at 773.278.4808 and leave a message and your call will be returned in a timely manner.

9:00am—5:00pm por Cita Llame a la oficina parroquial al 773.278.4808 y deje un mensaje

y su llamada será devuelta en tiempo y forma.

Food Pantry/Despensa de Comestibles: Thursday/Jueves 9:00am-12:00pm

FaceBook Page: www.facebook.com/staloysiusparish

Stewardship Report Reporte de Mayordomía

July 26 (165 envelopes) $5,843.00

Thank you for your generosity! ¡Gracias por su generosidad!

You can help the parish be a better steward of its resources by using www.givecentral.org and/or text “Sunday” to 773-389-1059 to make your regular Sunday offering! ¡Puede ayudar a que la iglesia sea mejor mayordomo de nuestros recursos use www.givecentral.org y/o mande el texto “Sunday” al 773-389-1059 para hacer sus ofrendas semanalmente!