St. Matthew Parish - St. Matthew Church

St. Matthew Parish
1555 Glen Ellyn Road
Glendale Heights, Illinois 60139
St. Matthew
JANUARY 24, 2016
RECTORY & PARISH CENTER 630-469-6300
Fax Number
630-469-6302
Office Hours: M - F 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
M - F 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Sat 9 AM - 1 PM
Parish Website: www.stmatthewchurch.org
School Website: www.stmatthewschool.org
PASTOR
Rev. Jerome Kish
ext 312
PAROCHIAL VICAR
Rev. Franklin Duran
ext 311
IN RESIDENCE
Rev. Richard Cilano
PERMANENT DEACON
Robert Malek
ext 315
DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION
Michael Ruddle
ext 314
FAITH FORMATION OFFICE 630-469-5178
PASTORAL MUSICIAN
Robert Fulda
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Gina Pestrak
630-858-3112
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY
630-469-6300 ext 302
MASSES - Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 PM
Sunday - 8:00, 10:00, 12:00, 1:30 PM (Español),
6:00 PM
Daily (Monday through Friday)
7:00 and 8:45 AM
Saturday: 8:00 AM
Rosary after the 8:45 AM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Monday - 7:40 AM, Tuesday - 6:30 PM,
Saturday - 3:30 PM
(or contact one of the priests)
BAPTISMS
Second Saturday of the month at 12:00 PM.
Pre-Baptismal meeting held the second Monday of
the month. Pre-registration is required.
MARRIAGES
Please call the Parish office at least 6 months prior
to the celebration of the Sacrament.
PARISH REGISTRATION
Please stop by the Parish Office to fill out a
registration form.
HOMEBOUND/SICK:
Please call the Parish Office to notify us of
anyone homebound, critically ill or in the hospital.
Bautismos en español son cada cuarto sábado del mes. Preparación bautismal es el segundo miércoles de cada
mes a las 7pm. Se tiene que registrar en las oficinas antes de las pláticas.
My travels around town…
This week is a good time to let you know about some of the events I took part in this month. I’ll
start with my visit to the local Mosque. It is called ‘DarusSalam’ which means ‘House of
peace.’ You’ve probably spotted the dome and twin minarets as you travel along North Avenue;
it’s just west of 355 and Swift Road. On January 9 they hosted an open house. As I entered, I
noticed it is a really clean and well-kept house of prayer. Visitors were asked to take off their
shoes or wear those slippers workers sometimes wear when they come to your house. The
prayer area is carpeted and usually empty of furniture, although chairs were present for the
visitors. The day began with a brief description of the mosque. It is filled with golden
calligraphy and a large chandelier fills the center of the dome. Then we went downstairs for refreshments and brief
description of Islam; there was time for open questions. We ended the day back upstairs with prayer. As the men
knelt and bowed and prayed their daytime prayers, I said the Church’s daytime prayers. I would say that these
neighbors of ours have a fearful concern about world events and national events and that they simply wanted to
share who they are in order to maintain a spirit of peace. I would also say that this would be something we could
share with them. The members of this group were eager to profess their belief in the One God. Christians and Jews
also believe in the One God, living and true. The people I met were somewhat in error regarding Judaism and
Christianity, it is only by mutual dialogue that error can be uncovered. These are our neighbors and it is important
to share with our neighbors who we are.
On January 23 I attended once again the local Prayer for Christian Unity. This year it was held at the Gary United
Methodist Church in Wheaton. Catholics and other Christians gathered together for prayer including singing and
the reading of the Scriptures along with a sermon. Afterwards, we mingled together and shared some refreshments.
As Catholics, we’re accustomed to the Mass; in this setting, Mass is not offered due to the different beliefs
regarding the Sacraments. As Christians, we are not in full agreement, or communion, regarding the Eucharist. So
we would not share Holy Communion together. We do share much regarding the Scriptures, our belief in Jesus,
and the Holy Trinity, and it is a blessing to share that together in a spirit of prayer. Here, too, I have met friendship
among our neighbors. It is important to pray together with our neighbors, most especially those who are Christian.
It was our Lord’s prayer at the Last Supper, that we might all be one (John 17:21). This unity is a gift and a sign of
his Catholic Church, so it is important that we live it and share it with others.
And that is why I’m sharing this month’s travels with you. These types of events and contacts and conversations
are not simply the work of the pastor—they are to be part of the life of every Catholic Christian. Who are your
neighbors? Do you get to know them? Do they get to know you? Do you share together mutual dialogue and
mutual prayer, as you are able? I hope so. One thing is certain: Where there is true prayer and dialogue, there is no
violence. In fact, there is peace. If you want a peaceful neighborhood, get to know your neighbors.
With my prayers,
Fr. Jerome
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time — January 24, 2016
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,
because he has anointed me
to bring glad tidings to the poor.
— Luke 4:18a
St. Matthew Mission Statement
Declaración de la Misión de la Parroquia San Mateo
We, the members of the St. Matthew Parish community
being many parts but one sacramental body,
are sent by the love of God
to make Christ present in the world.
Nosotros, los miembros de la comunidad parroquial de San Mateo,
siendo muchas partes, pero un solo cuerpo sacramental,
somos enviados por el amor de Dios
para hacer presente a Cristo en el mundo.
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS
MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2016
7:00—† DARLENE CONIGLIO (Bruno Family)
8:45—† ESTELLE SMYKOWSKI (Bob & Peggy Smykowski)
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2016
7:00—† CARLOS B. ACOSTA (Julita Acosta)
8:45—† MARC PADLECKAS (Mom & Dad)
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2016
7:00—† SALLY MOLINA (Family)
8:45—† BRIDIE WILLIS (Children of Bridie Willis)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2016
7:00—† APOLONIA JUANGCO (Busuego Family)
8:45—† DARLENE CONIGLIO (Bruno Family)
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2016
7:00—† DARLENE CONIGLIO (Bruno Family)
8:45—IN THANKSGIVING (Diaz Family)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2016
8:00—† FILOMENA ABASOLO (Friends)
5:00—† STAN STANN (Gorniack Family)
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2016
8:00—† GERALD GRAVEL (Kaminski Family)
10:00—FOR THE PARISH FAMILY
12:00—† PATERNA CHICHON (Ellie & Tano Puzon)
1:30—† RUFINA & MARINO VELAZQUEZ
(Velazquez Family)
6:00—† ANNE O’NEIL (Mulkerin Family)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2016
5:00 PM—John Liss, Catherine Heneghan, John
Lachman, Linda Liss , Bob Vargas
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2016
8:00 AM—Edwin Islan, Ike Cruz, Nancy Greeley,
Annabelle Tumlos, Chris Wolgat
10:00 AM—Dave Gravel, Eliza Puzon, Tano Puzon,
Andrew Strickland, Sue Strickland
12:00 PM—Marilyn Liwanag, Marianne Herff, Eloisa
Simbol, Dolly Villaflor, Vicki Villaflor
1:30 PM—Ana Maria Garcia, Gustavo Garcia, Teresa
Garcia, More Emilio Jimenez
6:00 PM—Barbara McCarty, Napoleon Ramiro
GREETERS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2016
5:00 PM—Robert Bilek, Ronald Metty, Bill Rigali
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2016
8:00 AM—Mary Cichantk, Peggy King, Annabelle Tumlos
10:00 AM—Teresa Chsie, James, Joey & Thomas
12:00 PM—Christopher Gayoso, Jaimee Marzan, Nelly
Traynor
1:30 PM—Yesenia Hernandez, Diana Sanchez
6:00 PM—
Schedule of Events
WEEK OF: JANUARY 24, 2016
SUNDAY
CCW Warm Wishes
9:00 AM—Hispanic Charismatic Prayer Group
10:00 AM—Spanish Catholicism
10:00 am—Spanish Via Crucis
12:00-1:00 PM—Spanish Choir
6:00 PM—I.M.P.A.C.T. Youth Group
MONDAY
7:00 PM—Bingo
7:00 PM—Hispanic Charismatic Prayer Group
7:00 PM—Lector Meeting
TUESDAY
9:30 AM—Crafters
6:40 PM—CCW Board Meeting
7:00 PM—R.C.I.A.
7:00 PM—Legion of Mary Meeting
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM—Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00 PM—Cornerstone
7:00 PM—Children’s Faith Formation Classes
7:00 PM—KC Open Meeting
THURSDAY
7:30 AM—Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 AM—Small Faith Group
7:00 PM—Biblical Institute
7:00 PM—Divorce & Beyond
7:00 PM—Cantors
7:30 PM—Traditional Choir
FRIDAY
9:30 AM—Divine Mercy Group
7:00 PM—Hispanic Charismatic Planning Meeting
7:00 PM—Spanish Catholicism Plan Meeting
7:00 PM—Bingo
SATURDAY
9:00 AM—Children’s Faith Formation Classes
6:00 PM—Spanish Marriage Encounter
CM Annual Appeal Announcement
LECTORS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2016
5:00 PM—John Tejeda, Cliff Launius
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2016
8:00 AM—Tessie Comprado, Rollie Ramiro
10:00 AM—Sylvia Quines, Henry Kare
12:00 PM—Vicki Villaflor, Dolly Villaflor
1:30 PM—Antonio Ruiz, Gustavo Garcia, Laura Vargas
6:00 PM—Therese Rosen, Florencio Villegas
ALTAR SERVERS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2016
5:00 PM—Alex Beabes, Michael Cornejo, Nathaniel Pinto
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2016
8:00 AM—Zachary King, Jenna Tumlos, Alina Williams
10:00 AM—Dominic Renzulli, Mallory Sulda, Sergio
Guzman
12:00 PM—Lauren Carda, Julia & Natalia Hamberg
1:30 PM—Fryda Garcia, Daniela Moreno, Samantha Diaz
6:00 PM—Gian DeGuzman, Matthew Epstein
BINGO
Monday, JAN 25: Cabon, M/M Hawkins, M/M Nguyen,
Seiwert
Friday, JAN 29: Diaz, M/M Saucedo, M/M Skweres,
Tejeda
Workers must be at the hall by 5:30 PM on Monday
and Friday night.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2;
Mk 16:15-18
Tuesday:
2 Tm 1:1-18 or 9:1-22; Ps 24:7-10;
Mk 3:31-35
Wednesday: 2 Sm 7:4-17; Ps 89:4-5, 27-30; Mk 4:1-20
Thursday: 2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29; Ps 132:1-5, 11-14;
Mk 4:21-25
Friday:
2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17;
Ps 51:3-7, 10-11; Mk 4:26-34
Saturday:
2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Ps 51:12-17;
Mk 4:35-41
Sunday:
Jer 1:4-5, 17-19; Ps 71:1-6, 15, 17;
1 Cor 12:31 — 13:13 [13:4-13]; Lk 4:21-30
LIVING AS THE BODY OF CHRIST
Some of Saint Paul’s best known and most beloved
imagery is contained in the passages from First Corinthians
that we have heard last week and this week: the many gifts
granted by the one same Spirit and the many members
making up the one Body of Christ. Few passages from
sacred scripture more accurately sum up how Christian
vocations work together.
Unlike some of Paul’s other writings, which are a
product of the social and religious conventions of his time,
these enable us to look at our own lives and the lives of
those around us to discern what gifts, what vocations the
Holy Spirit has given for the good of all. We can likewise
know the joys and sorrows of the other members of the
Body and share in them for the strengthening of the whole
Body of Christ.
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Lorraine Kerchenfaut, Mary Lupo,
June Novakowski, Jerry Blouin,
Mia Grace Dooley
Rest In Peace
Susan Stanula, Carol Braun,
Patrick Wixted, Raymond Rotolo
BEQUESTS
Please remember the good works of our parish in your
will. Contact Fr. Jerome for information on how you can
accomplish this.
If you are planning surgery or are ill and would like to
receive the Sacrament of Anointing, please call the parish
office to schedule an appointment with one of our priests.
Sunday Collection
Week of January 17, 2016
Collection Needed
to cover expenses
Total Collection
$ 14,500.00
$ 17,148.90
___________
$
2,648.90
Christmas Collection
$ 25,502.00
Solemnity of Mary (New Year’s)
$ 3,756.00
------------------------------------------Cumulative Report for Year ending June 30, 2016
Weekly Collection
Needed to Date
Total Collection to Date
Difference
$ 420,500.00
$ 420,426.54
——————
- $
73.46
55th ANNIVERSARY BOOKS
News from
Breakfast with the Bishop
St. Matthew Parish School was honored when we
were represented not only by our student
representative, Ricardo H. and his family but also by
our Youth Choir at the annual Breakfast with the
Bishop. Our student representative, Ricardo H.,
participated in a procession following Bishop Conlon
and then enjoyed a picture moment. Our choir,
directed by Mrs. Kirsten Currie, led the assembly
through four selections during the prayer service. We
enjoyed a beautiful morning celebrating the goodness
of Catholic education!
The 55th Anniversary Books are finally here….If you
and your family participated in the book you can pick
yours up before or after Mass on January 23-24 and 3031 in the Narthex. After that you can pick them up at the
Parish Center.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES SEEKS MEMBERS
FOR BOARD OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
The Catholic Charites, Diocese of Joliet Board of Young
Professionals is expanding and seeking new members.
Membership is open to young professionals, ages 21-40, who
are committed to helping the poor and vulnerable in their
communities; meeting new colleagues throughout the diocese;
networking with professionals; and gaining board experience.
Meetings are held at different locations throughout the diocese
to accommodate professionals from all areas. Members gather
for bi-annual meetings which include socialization,
networking, and dinner in addition to the meeting.
Interested? Please contact Edith Avila Olea at 815-724-1220 or
[email protected]. We can’t wait to meet you!
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Our choir serves the first Sunday of every month at
out 12 o’clock Mass. Please join us to hear their
“joyful noise unto the Lord”!
If you are interested in a Catholic education for your child at our
school, please contact Mrs. Gina Pestrak, Principal at 630-858-3112
to learn more about our programs and to schedule a tour of our school.
2016 LENTEN RETREATS
Retreats open to all women who desire to enrich their spiritual
growth during the Lenten season. Sponsored by the Servants
of the Holy Heart of Mary at the Nazareth Retreat House, 717
N Batavia Ave. in Batavia. Three retreat choices: February 57, February 12-14 or February 19-21. Retreats begin at 8 PM
on Friday and ends at 2 PM on Sunday. Cost is $100 per
person. For more information or to register please call Linda
Isleib at 630-879-1296.
DIVORCE & BEYOND
A Support Group for those separated or divorced
Thursday — 7:00 pm
Tasker Parish Center
For more info:
Call Deacon Bob 630-469-6300 x315
We are many parts of the same body of Christ. Husbands and
wives, help each other strengthen, renew, and rekindle your
marriage sacrament by attending a Worldwide Marriage
Encounter Weekend on February 12-14, April 8-10 or June
10-12, all at Elk Grove Village. Early registration is highly
recommended. For reservation/information, call Jim & Kris at
6730-577-0778 or contact us through http://wwmechicagoland.org.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Saint Matthew Parish #9893
You can make your world so much better simply by
helping others with their world.
Knights Council #9893 and Jackson-Hewitt have arranged for
significant fee discounts for the preparation of 2015 Tax Returns.
Jackson-Hewitt will charge a fee that is less than what you paid
last year or will discount below their normal rates. They will
also allow special low fees to Seniors and Students.
This will benefit the taxpayers and the Knights of Columbus.
Place an Ad in the St. Patrick Day’s ad book? Please contact
Dick Kelly or Bill Burger.
The Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance is March 12, 2016.
Social Meeting January 27, 2016
Meetings start at 7:00 PM in the Parish Center
MAY GOD BLESS
REKINDLING THE FIRE
Resurrection Catholic Church in Wayne will hold a Parish
Mission, Rekindling the Fire, on January 31, February 1 and 2
from 7-8:30 PM in the church.
Sunday, January 31 — Vision: From Wounds to Wonder
Seeing as God Sees
Monday, February 1 — Passion: From Magic to Mystery
Cultivating Spiritual Growth
Tuesday, February 2 — Hope: From Grumbling to Gratitude
To Expect the Unexpected
Fr. Jack Conley, a Passionist priest from Chicago, will conduct
this Mission. Fr. Jack has been leading Parish Missions and
clergy retreats for many years throughout the United States. All
three sessions are from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the church.
Refreshments will follow in Marvin Hall.
SENIORS INVITED TO DEFER PROPERTY
TAXES FOR 2015 REAL ESTATE TAXES
Qualified senior citizens ages 65 years and older are invited to
apply for the Senior Citizens’ Real Estate Tax Deferral
Program offered by the State of Illinois through the DuPage
County Treasurer’s Office. This program allows qualified
senior citizens to defer up to $5,000 of their current property
tax amount. The deferral is treated as a loan and accrues 6
percent simple interest until the amount is either paid back or
the property is sold. To qualify, the senior citizen’s household
income cannot exceed $55,000. Additionally, the property must
be used exclusively for the owner’s primary residence.
The application period closes March 1, 2016. You may either
call the DuPage County Treasurer’s Office at 630-407-5900 or
go online at treasurer.dupageco.org for more information.
Gwen Henry, Treasurer
The Holy Family Candles this week are lit for the
members of the Busuego Family, being
remembered by Aurea Busuego.
“...today you will be with me in Paradise.”
Luke 23:43
THE 2016 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES ANNUAL
APPEAL IN UNDERWAY
“Chosen by God’s Grace”
The Appeal not only funds many of the operations of the
diocese, it funds services that are of great help to the ministries
here in our parish. For example, funds support…Catholic and
Religious Education, Seminarian Education and Vocations,
Family and Life Ministries, and Hispanic Ministry.
How do we acknowledge God’s Grace and show Him our
gratitude? One way is by giving back to God the gifts He
shared with us. We can support our parish, our diocese and the
church throughout the world with gifts of time, talent and
treasure.
Our parish goal is $63,067. With your financial support, we can
exceed this goal. When we exceed our goal in pledges, we will
receive 65% of the amount over goal for use in our parish.
Please answer Bishop Conlon’s request and make a generous
pledge. All pledges can be paid in ten (10) installments. Thank
you in advance for your support.
St. Matthew Council of Catholic Women
ALL LADIES OF THE PARISH
CCW Board Meeting, Tuesday, January 26 — Rosary
6:40 PM—Meeting promptly at 7 PM. Agenda items:
Blanchette Scholarship, Woman of the Year, Warm
Wishes, Blood Drive, Fashion Show Raffle and Fashion
Show.
Correction on date of Fashion Show. It is Sunday, April 17.
Thank You — To everyone who was responsible for
decorating the Church for Christmas. The Church looked
beautiful. Thank you, too, for the “de-decorating.” Just like
in our homes—it’s a lot of work.
Warm Wishes — Containers will be available
thru January 31. Thank you.
Thought for the week — Angels, explained by children:
“My guardian angel helps me with math, but he’s not much
good for science.”
“Angels work for God and watch over kids when God has
to go do something else.”
“I only know the names of two angels—Hark and Harold.”
Que sucede en una apertura de
la escuela parroquial de San Mateo?
•
Informese sobre la comunidad escolar
•
Conozca a la directora
•
Conozca algunos de nuestros estudiantes
Visite el interior de la escuela
Haga todas las preguntas que desee
Informese de como matricular a su niño(a)
Sienta la diferencia de San Mateo
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Venga y y viva la experiencia en persona.
Venga y unase a nosotros el
Domingo, Enero 31, 2016 entre las
11:00 am y 1:30 pm
Si tiene preguntas sobre nuestra apertura,
por favor llamar a la oficina escolar
630-858-3112
LA VIDA DEL CUERPO DE CRISTO
Algunas de las imágenes más conocidas y queridas de
san Pablo se encuentran en los pasajes de la primera carta a
los corintios que hemos escuchado la semana pasada y hoy:
los muchos dones de un mismo Espíritu y los muchos miembros que componen el Cuerpo de Cristo. Pocos pasajes de la
Sagrada Escritura resumen con mayor claridad cómo las vocaciones cristianas trabajan en colaboración.
A diferencia de otros escritos de san Pablo, producto de
las convenciones sociales y religiosas de su época, estos nos
permiten mirar nuestra propia vida y la vida de los que están
a nuestro alrededor para discernir los dones, la vocación que
el Espíritu Santo nos ha dado para el bien de todos. Así también podemos conocer las alegrías y las penas de los otros
miembros del Cuerpo y compartirlos para así fortalecer todo
el Cuerpo de Cristo.
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Año Jubilar de la Misericordia
24 de enero de 2016
Tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Cuando se anunció este Año Jubilar de la Misericordia, el Papa Francisco subrayó el evento
del Evangelio de hoy: Jesús proclamando en la sinagoga de su propio pueblo su misión ungida por
el Espíritu para cumplir plenamente las promesas del profeta Isaías. Así que el Papa Francisco dice que la misión de
Jesús es nuestra misión como discípulos de Jesús este Año Jubilar de la Misericordia: llevar la Buena Nueva a los
pobres, la libertad a los cautivos, la vista a los ciegos, el rescate a los cautivos y a proclamar un año de gracia del Señor,
un año de la misericordia de Dios. El Papa Francisco nos desafía a interpretar la misión de Jesús a las necesidades
presentes: a consolar con palabras y obras a las personas que sean pobres espiritual o materialmente, a liberar a quienes
están atados a las nuevas formas de esclavitud de la sociedad moderna, a abrir los ojos a las personas que están ciegas
por su mismo egoísmo y a restaurar la dignidad a todas aquellas personas a las que se les despojo. ¡Para actuar con
misericordia con un espíritu de alegría!
—Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.