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Memories of the Future
The Future is as Bright as the
Promises of God
St. John Brebeuf Parish
8307 N. Harlem Ave., Niles, IL 60714
847-966-8145
www.sjbrebeuf.org
Dear Parishioners,
Thank you for your sacrificial support of St. John Brebeuf Parish. You are good people who continue to give yourselves year after year to make our parish and school a place of compassion and hope for all. This Annual Report for
the fiscal year 2013-2014 gives us a “snap-shot”, a “glimpse”, of what we have accomplished together through the
grace of God. While many good things have occurred this past year, some of the highlights are:
Two Popes, two Hopes! The Canonization of Saint John Paul II and Saint John XXIII certainly was the most important event for the Church Universal and for us. Deacon Mariusz Kosla generously took on the responsibility to lead a
parish pilgrimage to St. Peter's Basilica, Rome for the Canonization Mass. Along with millions around the world,
they brought our prayers for peace and unity to this once in a lifetime Papal Mass of Thanksgiving. These great men,
saints of our time, transformed the church and world.
Our 60th Anniversary Celebration at Chateau Ritz last September brought old time parishioners and new arrivals
together to celebrate God's many blessings. The Festival reprise “Variety Show” that tied the parish history together
in song and dance brought down the house. The earlier 60th Anniversary Parish Picnic in the Forest Preserve enabled
the little ones not only a chance to ride a Camel but help all of us to enter into community life and be a part of something much, much bigger than our own projects and desires. It's Christ working through us!
To Teach Who Christ Is, a Campaign to Support Catholic Education and Faith Formation has enabled us first and
foremost to continue to pass on the faith to young and old alike. If we don't have the infrastructure, none of the
strategically important elements of Catholic Education for teens, children and adults would be possible. Through the
generosity of 386 donors we have replaced a part the school roof and entire gym west wall and east windows. Our
school, religious education, Polish School and the entire parish will benefit for decades! The Monsignor Flanagan
Hall was refreshed by installing a new floor and being painted.
St. John Brebeuf School has become a recognized leader throughout the Archdiocese and has recently upgraded its
technology and is constantly looking to enhance its approach to ensure each child can grow not only academically
but as a disciple of Christ. Mrs. Elise Matson and her team brings enthusiasm, hard work and Christian compassion
to our young children each and every day!
The Concert Series organized by Marek Rachelski, our Music Director is designed to deepen our Catholic faith,
provide a rich cultural experience and build community. This year, everyone is looking forward to the performance
of Handel's Messiah and the annual do-it-yourself concert on Tuesday, December 2, at 7 p.m.
Yes, we have challenges but with God, all things are possible!
Thank you,
Fr. Mike Meany
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2013-2014 Annual Report
Accomplishments—2013/2014
Awardee, Charlotte Lindquist. GALA raised
$81,773 in 2013.
Enhanced Sunday Liturgical Celebration - Under
the leadership of Marek Rachelski and Deacon
Mariusz Kosla, there has been effort to have better
coordination between the English and Polish speaking communities in order that our worship each
Sunday is prayerful and provides a means for a
deeper encounter with our merciful God. The liturgical ministers and choirs have undergone training
and have been challenged to always do their best.
Plus there has been an ongoing invitation to the
entire community to join a particular liturgical
ministry.
Strong Catholic Families – A program was begun to
support Catholic values and practices in the home.
Respect Life – Baby Bottle Collection to Support
the Women's Center - $17,000 - 40 Days for Life
Scouts – Good attendance at Monthly Mass, Pancake Breakfast, Spaghetti Dinner, Camp Trip and
two new Eagle Scouts—Andrew Cichon, Adam
Cieply
Women's Club – International Night, Holiday Craft
Fair – Woman of the Year - Connie Sparkowski
St. Queen Jadwiga Society – The parish received a
relic of the saint at a special mass of thanksgiving
Men's Club – Support of Parish Picnic, Ice Skating
celebrated by Bishop Andrew Wypych. Eight new Rink and Sunday Bingo – Yearly donation to the
Liturgical vestments were given to the parish on the parish of $10,000.00.
occasion of the canonization of John Paul II.
New Year's Eve Party – Largest attendance 2014 Altar Server training – Father Peter Rapcia, along
$22,000.00 in their account for special church
with his team, has provided more training, conproject.
ducted recruitment drives and has celebrated
accomplishments with the servers.
Religious Education for children on Saturday to
support those families who attend Nicholas CoperSacristans - Funerals and daily Mass, and recently nicus School of Polish Language and Culture.
have begun using high school sacristans for Sunday Participate in parish celebration of the Sacraments.
mass with the responsibility to set up the proper
Classes conducted in English.
vessels and assist the altar servers. Thanks to Nancy
and Pat O'Connor who have been present for all
10th Anniversary of Eucharistic Chapel with Bishop
funerals (155), except when away for the winter
Joseph Perry – Rev. Pavel Komperda gave evening
months.
of reflection on the importance of the Eucharist.
Youth Ministry – Alive In You Camp had the
largest number of attendees. Pam Perez, Fr. Robert
Pajor and Deacon Andy Beierwaltes attended this
year’s week in Cincinnati. Youth Minister helped
host Totus Tuus Summer Youth Camp with 60
attendees.
20th Anniversary Gala 2013 – Thanks to all who
founded the Gala and to the Shelia Harrington
Priests – Welcome Father Robert Pajor, Father
Robert Banzin, pastor emeritus of SJB celebrates
50th Priesthood Anniversary, Frances Cardinal
George visits St. John Brebeuf in August to thank
donors and inspect progress of the Gym Wall replacement funded by To Teach Who Christ Is Campaign. Father Jim Joslyn, Father Pat Marshall and
Father Pavel Komperda continue to celebrate weekend liturgies.
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Joy in Jesus - A Ministry to 3 and 4 year olds
during the Sunday Liturgy has largest number of
participants in many years.
Rectory – Asbestos removal in the ceiling and
floors in the old office areas and dining room $16,000.00. Old office area being reconfigured and
Protecting God's Children – A program established renovated to make a family room and informal
12 years ago to protect children from sexual abuse dining – kitchenette.
by anyone involved in church ministry to children
– for the laity, priests and adults whether paid or
volunteers. Deacon Larry Skaja has trained 600
Goals—2014/2015
leaders. He has organized Virtus sessions with the
help of Pam Perez and Tim Spadoni.
Provide retreat experiences for adults. Days of
Reflection and Adult Education for families and
Seminarian Ruben Chaidez – St. Joseph College
adults.
Seminary Student – 10 week summer apostolate .
Reach out to younger families—Strong
Black Hawk Ice Skating Rink, Bear's Tailgate
Catholic Families.
Party, Mr. Patrick McCaskey talk about the Bear's
Catholic Foundations, Sunday Bingo are ways we Register parishioners, conduct a census in the
have brought the parish together!
summer.
Polish Speaking parishioners learned a great
deal about the history of the sacraments lead by
Deacon Mariusz Kosla and Father Peter Rapcia.
About 60 people came each week for 7 weeks.
Deacon Candidate Pavel Jurkulak makes final
preparation after 4 years a student for Deacon
Ordination in spring 2015.
Public Relations – Mr. Dick Barton has enabled us
to have very good coverage for parish events both
locally and across the archdiocese.
GLADD – For 44 years Mrs. Lois Kozeny continues to provide Religious Education for 120 children and adults with special needs. Over 100
friends assist Lois to teach, pray and celebrate
God's love in classes held during three different
times a week. This is an all volunteer ministry!
Moved Offices to the Father May Ministry Center
– In July 2013 the offices moved from the rectory
to the space that was designed for that purpose in
the May Ministry Center which was built 10 years
ago. Mr. John Mazur and Jim Zarembski assisted
with the move. Barbara Bronder sorted through 60
years of old files – 120 boxes of files were shredded dating back to Msgr. Flanagan.
Bereavement Ministry to assist those preparing
the funeral rites and who are grieving.
Marriage Preparation – To provide Marriage
Preparation classes for the approximately 48
couples who celebrate the sacrament each year
here.
By The Numbers…
Registered Families
Registered Parishioners
Non-Registered Persons
October Mass Count (2013)
Baptisms
First Communions
Confirmations
Marriages
Funerals
Anointing of Sick/Emergency Calls
School Enrollment K-8
School Tuition Rate
Religious Education Enrollment
R/E Tuition Rate
Parish Organizations
3286
9622
1675
3348
140
84
66
48
155
102
298
4902
412
200
55
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Update on Parish Transformation: Homilies
Did you know our parish priests and deacons meet on a regular basis to pray and exchange ideas on how the clergy
can improve our weekly liturgies, including preaching homilies relevant to Catholics today? As part of the ongoing
implementation of Parish Transformation, a series of homilies will be given in conjunction with the Strategic Pastoral
Plan for the Archdiocese of Chicago. This year the focus will be on the “Year of the Sacraments.” The first Sacrament to be featured in this series of Homilies is: The Sacrament of Baptism at the weekend liturgies, November 8 and
9. By virtue of our Baptisms, we as members of the Catholic Church are called to Holiness and the need to develop
our faith and spiritual lives. The Sacraments of Initiation in Particular provide us the gift of Grace to help us with our
Spiritual journeys. And this is why Sacraments are never a “private affair.” We hope this series will enrich your
spiritual growth and knowledge of the gifts instituted by Christ, which we receive in the seven Sacraments of the
Church. We welcome your feedback. Fr. Meany, Parish Priests and Deacons.
The following book, 2015 “Workbook for Lectors” is now available in the
usher’s room through Sunday, November 23rd. Any workbooks not picked up
by the 23rd will be available for pickup at the parish office.
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Devotions in the Church
Rosary
Monday through Friday
After 8:45 AM Mass
After 7:30 AM Mass Saturday
Ave Maria Polish Prayer Group
Wednesday,
After 7:00 PM Mass
(Including Benediction )
First Friday Devotions
To the Sacred Heart of Jesus
After 8:45 AM Mass and
After 7:00 PM Polish Mass
First Saturday Devotions
To Immaculate Heart of Mary
After 7:30 AM Mass and
After 6:30 PM Polish Mass
Devotions in the Adoration Chapel
Marian Prayer Group
Monday 7:00 PM
Godzinki Ave Maria Prayer Group
Thursday 8:00 AM
Hour of Divine Mercy
Friday 3:00 PM
(Includes Stations of the Cross)
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LITURGICAL CALENDAR
Saturday, November 1
All Saints Day
9:00—All Saints/All Souls Day Mass
Sunday, November 2
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Departed
Sunday, November 9
Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
9:00—Scout Mass
2:00—Gladd
First Friday, November 7
6:00—Confession
7:00—Liturgy (Polish)
Sunday, November 16
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00—Archdiocesan Confirmation Retreat—Bishop John
Manz
Pray for priests every Thursday
The Marvelous Rosary
Join in Rosary Prayers daily,
Monday through Friday,
immediately following the 8:45
AM Mass; Saturday following
the 7:30 AM Mass; Sunday
before the 7:30 AM Mass.
Praying the rosary
together in front of the Blessed Sacrament
gives many graces and is so peaceful.
PERPETUAL
EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION
Christ's followers were
skeptical when He preached
the reality of His Body and
Blood as food and drink. St.
John said, "many of His disciples withdrew and no longer
went about with Him."
Seeing this, Jesus asked the Twelve, "Do
you also want to leave me?" Simon Peter did
not understand any more than those who left
Christ, but his loyalty was more firm. "Lord,"
he said, "to whom shall we go? You have
the words of eternal life."
We have the "Word of Eternal Life"
right here with us day and night in our
Adoration Chapel. Do you have something
you want to ask Him? There are several
hours needing adorers. Please pick one for
your personal hour with Him.
Altar Server Schedule Week of November 3—9
Monday:
8:45—Samantha Dias, Vincenzo Genualdi
Tuesday:
8:45—Alex Cichon, Ryan Inumerable
Wednesday: 8:45—Jake Wargo, Vincent Macam
Thursday:
8:45—Shane Tarjan, Johnny Sliwa
Friday:
8:45—Grace Seitzinger, Delilah Denka
Saturday:
7:30—Amanda Tolentino, Caitlin Aguada
Allison Regailo
5:00—Cameron Faust, Jonathan Abon
Monica Schoenfeldt
6:30—Magda Chilinski, Karolina Dyczko
Agata Soltys
Sunday:
7:30—Gabriel Catane, Jesse Anamoo
Renz Yuson
9:00—Bryanna Manogura, Brandon Manogura
Benjamin Manogura
10:45—Jason Parinas, Alina Bosak
Daniel Bosak
12:30—Steven Sciwiarski, David Jozefczak
Julia Lukasik
6:00—Denise Gomez, Agnieszka Rostkowski
Ania Rostkowski
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READINGS FOR NOVEMBER 8
First Reading —I saw water flowing out of the temple; wherever the river flows, every living creature shall
live (Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12).
Psalm — The waters of the river gladden the city of
God, the holy dwelling of the Most High (Psalm 46).
Second Reading — Do you not know that you are the
temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?
(1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17).
Gospel — Destroy this temple and in three days I will
raise it up (John 2:13-22).
Your Music Ministry
Schedule
Sundays
4:00—5:30 PM Teen Choir
Tuesdays 2:00—3:15 PM Children's Choir (in school)
Tuesdays 7:00—9:00 PM Niles Metropolitan Chorus
Wednesdays 3:15—4:00 Multigenerational Hand Bell
Choir
Thursday
6:45—7:30 PM Cantate Deo Women’s
Ensemble
Thursday 7:30—9:00 PM Adult Choir
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December 21st, Sundays from 10:00 am to Noon.
Our title is Spirituality of the Gospels. The four
Gospels of the New Testament provide a rich multidimensional portrait of Jesus Christ. Each maps a
unique spiritual path into life with him. In Spirituality of the Gospels, the modern guest for Spiritual
fulfillment is met with profound insights from the
gospels and enduring examples from the lives of the
saints it has inspired. Contact Chester Gilbert at 847966-4789 or [email protected] for more information. Drop off registration form and $10.00 fee to
the parish office.
Name:
__________________________________________
Address:
__________________________________________
Phone No.:
All rehearsals in Church Music Rehearsal Room. __________________________________________
Altar Bread and Wine will be
Offered in Memory of
Michael F. Priami, Jr.
Donated by
Michael & Elizabeth Priami
during the week of
November 2, 2014
PARISH SCRIPTURE
STUDY
Would you like to know
the meaning that scripture
holds for you today? Plan to
join our Fall session beginning on November 2nd to
Fee Paid:
__________________________________________
A BIG “THANK” YOU FROM YOUR
PARISH DEACONS
We are truly grateful and graced by the outpouring
of the support received from the parishioners of St.
John Brebeuf for the annual Chicago Diaconate
Community St. Francis of Assisi Banquet, October
12. We received over $3700 in donations and raffle
ticket purchases making St. John Brebeuf Parish
once again the top supporter for our annual fundraiser. The funds collected will help support the
many ministries of the Diaconate Community in
Chicago. We are truly humbled by your generosity
and support for your parish deacons and their ministries. We are also happy to report that the $1000
grand-prize winner for the raffle was a parishioner
of St. John Brebeuf! Many blessings to you and
your loved-ones!
Deacons Mariusz, Andy and Larry
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The Christifideles Award was bestowed on Gloria and Frank Morvay by Cardinal Francis George on
Sunday, October 26 at Holy Name Cathedral.
This award is given to lay people who participate in parish life and have demonstrated exemplary
service to God and their neighbors.
Pictured back row (left) Most Reverend Alberto Rojas; (right) Most Reverend Andrew P. Wypych
Fr. Michael Meany, Gloria and Frank Morvay and Cardinal Francis George
YOU CAN HELP A VETERAN
You are invited to help a Veteran by tying a knot on a rosary. My name is Jimmy
Connolly and I am a Life Scout from Troop 175. My Eagle project is to lead the community in making knotted twine rosaries for Veterans in the Hines VA Hospital. Please
come to Flanagan Hall on Sunday, November 16, any time from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Tying just a few knots will take a short amount of time, but will mean a lot to the Veterans who have done so much for our country. Donations will be used to pay for supplies
and religious items for Hines VA Hospital.
THEOLOGY OF PARK RIDGE
How to Reach Young Adults (and older ones, too) with Pope Francis’ Vision of the Way This World
Should Be—is the subject of the Wednesday, November 5 lecture/discussion presented by Theology of
Park Ridge. Gregory F. Pierce, publisher, with ACTA Publications will tackle the subject at 9:15 AM at
Our Lady of Hope Church in Rosemont (9711 W. Devon). Cost is $10.00 and includes “coffee and…”
Please call Judi Stephens for information or a ride, 847-842-9295.
We Have a Place for Your Pre-Schooler While You Attend Mass!
Are you not enjoying a meaningful worship experience at Sunday Mass because of your active pre-school child
sitting alongside of you? Are you aware there is a solution?
The Joy in Jesus Sunday pre-school program was established in the parish over 30 years ago to give young children the opportunity to learn about the wonders of God in terms they understand. The program provides a basic
foundation for a future understanding of Christian revelations. Emphasis is given to the children’s self-awareness
and their place in the Christian community.
Joy in Jesus sessions are held in the school during the 10:45 Mass each Sunday. There are openings remaining in
the classes which are for children age 3 1/2 through kindergarten. The fee for the year is $40. For information or to
register, call Charlotte Lindquist, 847-470-1434.
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Mendelssohn’s Masterpiece
ELIJAH
October 26, 2014
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SJB YOUTH MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS
NOVEMBER 2014
1. IT’S TIME TO THINK SUMMER! SJB Youth Ministry is now registering teens for our Summer Service camp “ALIVE IN YOU 2015”. Be part of an inspirational summer experience! We will be traveling to
Springfield, Illinois, from June 23 through June 28, 2015. “Early Bird” registration fee is $100 if turned in by
November 30, 2014. Interested? Contact Mrs. Pam Perez by texting (847-239-2379) or emailing her. Tell
your friends! ALL TEENS 13 YEARS AND OLDER ARE WELCOME!
2. Our next OPEN ROOM is this Sunday, November 2nd in the Youth Ministry Office from 7:00-9:00pm.
Enjoy video games, board games, or watch a movie. Invite your friends, and make new ones! SJB Youth
Ministry provides snacks and pop. Pizza is only $3.00. ALL TEENS ARE WELCOME!
3. TEENS join us this Friday, November 7th, for “J3”, our Jammin’ Jesus Journey! We meet in the
Youth Ministry/Extended Day area from 7:00-9:00pm for a prayerful and inspirational evening. It’s a great
way to “Restart” your faith with Praise and Worship Music. Check it out! Invite your friends. BRING A
SNACK TO SHARE WITH THE GROUP.
4. Our next LIFETEEN MASS and LIFE NIGHT is Saturday, November 22nd. We meet in the church
for the 5:00 Mass. Then we go to FLANAGAN HALL for our evening activities until 8:00pm. ALL TEENS
ARE WELCOME!
5. Our OVERNIGHT MOVIE EVENT is coming! Join us at 7:30pm Friday, November 28th to 10:00am
Saturday, November 29th in the Youth Ministry/Extended Day area for a fun and inspirational time! Permission form and $5 donation will be required to attend. More details are coming!
Find us on Facebook! Search for St John YM or our group St John Brebeuf YM
Questions? Contact Pam Perez, Youth Ministry Director, 847-966-9815 [email protected]
Check out our upcoming events at www.sjbrebeuf.org and select Parish Ministries,
then Youth Ministry, then select Calendar.
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NOVEMBER IS MARKET DAY PIE MONTH
Help Uncle Peteʼs Ministry aid those less fortunate this Thanksgiving. Donate an Apple
Pie for $12.00. Complete the form below and include payment to the Market Day box in
the vestibule of the church or to the school. Please make checks payable to Market Day.
Or ............ Place your order online at marketday.com. Please contact Angela Schurr at
847-583-1863 with any questions. Thank you and May God Bless you and your families
this Holiday season. Volunteers needed to help unload the pies day of pick-up.
______ I would like to donate ___pies to Uncle Peteʼs Ministry @ $12.00 each. My payment is enclosed.
_____I placed my order online. Please Give Uncle Pete #____ Apple pie(s)
Name:________________________ Phone #___________________________
Orders Due by November 10. Market Day Pick up is November 17 in the school gym 3-4pm.
November 2—Thirty-First Sunday
in Ordinary Time:
In the Gospel today, we hear the good
news that when we keep our focus on
God and serve one another, God
exalts us!
As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box, please say a special prayer
for the poor who have no one to pray for them.
Parish Office: (847) 966-8145
Email: [email protected]
BECAUSE OF YOU……
Our Sack Dinner Ministry has been a joy filled
experience for all the parishioners who have participated. Whether you have handed out the
bags, filled sacks and delivered them to Church,
collected sacks, or distributed them to the less
fortunate, you know that the face of the Lord is
seen in those whose lives you have helped. A big
Thank You and God Bless You to all who cared
about the less fortunate and participated in this
Let us pray for all women who
ministry. Over 4000 sack dinners were distribhave lost a child due to SIDS (sudden uted to needy locations and individuals over the
infant death syndrome,) miscarriage, eight months. Some of these locations include St.
or abortion. May they find God's healing peace in
Matthias, Madonna House, Grace House, St. Leothe arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
nard, St. Malachy, Marillac House, Deborah’s
Let us continue to pray daily: “Jesus, Mary and Place, St. Martin de Porres, The Sisters of CharJoseph, I love you very much. I beg
ity, the Franciscan Homeless Shelter, the homeyou to spare the life of the unborn
less in the park, and many families. We will start
baby that I have spiritually adopted
again in March. THANK YOU AND GOD
who is in danger of abortion.”
BLESS YOU.
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HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
Sunday, November 23rd is the
date of the annual Holiday Craft
Fair hosted by the Catholic
Women’s Club. It will be held in
the May Ministry Center from 8:00
AM until 3:00 PM. Featured at the
Holiday Fair will be a wide variety
of seasonal and year-round handmade items created by individual
crafters. A selection of cakes and
cookies will be available for purchase at the popular bake table.
Shoppers can enjoy a snack or
lunch. Raffles will be held throughout the day. The Holiday Craft Fair
always has something for everyone!
The time for ordering
wreaths has arrived.
Look for your
friendly scout from
the troop to place
your order. These wreaths will
make wonderful holiday gifts. The
troop will also be selling them at
the holiday craft fair on Sunday,
November 23rd. Need more information—call David at 847-3226454.
VIRTUS TRAINING
call Larry Skaja at 847-966-8145.
Please arrive 30 minutes before the class to sign in.
Per Archdiocese policy, all employees and volunteers
No one will be allowed in after the session starts.
working with children, in any Catholic Parish and/or
School must attend a Virtus Training Session, before
beginning their service to their faith community. We will
GIVE THE FAMILY A “WEEKbe offering this training, here at St. John Brebeuf on the
DAY TREAT”
following dates:
On Tuesday, November 4th, from 4:00
until closing, Graziano’s Restaurant, 5960
Monday, November 10, 7:00 PM—10:00 PM
W. Touhy, Niles, is hosting a “family night
Flanagan Hall
out” to benefit the SJB Catholic Women’s
Club. You can order anything on the menu
You need to only attend one session; however, you
and the CWC will receive 20% of your bill.
must be present for the entire three hours to get credit
Just inform the restaurant that you are from St. John Breand to receive your certificate. You must also be regisbeuf. Take-out orders can also be credited to CWC.
tered on-line in advance of the date of the class.
Why not take your family out for a week-night treat
To register, access www.archchicago.org and click- and benefit the SJB Catholic Women’s Club at the same
ing on the lower left side of the screen, where it reads:
time? Reservations are encouraged for larger parties; call
Protecting Children. The screen will then walk you
Graziano’s at 847-647-4096. For any other information,
through the registration process. For further information contact Pam Lowder, 847-692-4624.
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CATHOLIC WOMEN’S CLUB BOARD
MEETING
The CWC Board Meeting is Tuesday,
November 4th at 7 p.m. in the school library.
All officers, board members and chairwomen are
asked to attend.
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S
CLUB GENERAL
MEETING
Have you checked-out
your Niles Public Library
lately? Sue Wilsey will present interesting details about
the many services, online
resources, exciting programs,
clubs, etc. available at the
new Niles Library. Tote bags
with goodies to all attendees. Join us for an evening
of facts, fun and refreshments. Tuesday, November
11 at 7 p.m. in the PMC—see you there!
WINTER COAT DRIVE
Please bring your gently
used winter adult coats to the
church lobby on Saturday and
Sunday, November 22nd &
23rd. They will be picked up
by one of our volunteers at
“People Sharing,” and delivered to St. Leonard’s and Grace House on Chicago’s west
side. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
“People Sharing” is a group of Chicagoarea residents committed to supporting the
needs of underserved communities.
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"KNIGHTLY NEWS"
Are you looking to enrich your
life and be more fulfilled and sharing your talents while doing more
for your community? If so, the
Knights of Columbus are looking
November 5, 2014 - General Business Meeting
will be held at St. Juliana Parish Center Lounge at
7:30 located at 7200 N. Osceola.
*Please visit our website at www.kofc4338.org for
the latest information regarding the Knights of
Columbus activities.
for you!
For more information regarding Knights of
We are seeking practical Catholics that would
Columbus insurance benefits and insurance prodlike to put their faith in action and help with our
ucts to protect you and your family please contact
mission. Being a member of the Knights of Colum- field agent: Pierre Zermatten at 847-323-0914 or
bus does not mean you have to attend every
email: [email protected].
monthly meeting or volunteer for every activity.
We only ask members to do as much as they are
"WEST SIDE STORY"
able and share their talents. We all lead very busy
lives and sometimes feel that we would like to give Presented by the Golden Agers
back but never have enough time.
The Knights of Columbus are made up of 1.8
A modern retelling of Shakespeare's Romeo
million members across the world that give of their and Juliet, the story tells the tale of two star
time to help others in need.
crossed lovers caught between rival gangs. A
Did you know that our council based here at St. work that changed the course of the American
John Brebeuf has over 300 members. Our Pastor,
Musical, features electrifing Latin and Jazz Deacons and most recently our Organist are all
Infused score. Including "Somewhere",
members of our council.
"Tonight", "I Feel Pretty" and "America".
We assist our brothers and sisters and youth in
the community and around the world that are down
WHERE: Drury Lane Theatre
on their luck and need our support. One of the
WHEN: Wednesday-January 21, 2015
Knights mottos are "Yes I am My Brother's
TIME:
Leave St. John Brebeuf Parish
Keeper".
If you are interested in becoming a member of
at
10:00 AM
the Knights of Columbus or would like further in- RETURN: Approximately at 4:00 PM
formation about our organization, please contact
PRICE:
$58 per person-Includes Bus,
Grand Knight, Michael Curtis at 847. 663. 1733 or
Lunch and Show
email me at:
michaelc.kofc@ gmail.com.
Lunch choice of:
I would look forward to sharing my personal exTraditional Turkey Dinner with all
periences with you.
Upcoming Events:
Ongoing- The Knights of Columbus ID drive to
help support the intellectually disabled will continue throughout the year. All donations and purchase of Tootsie Roll Banks (great giveaways for
Halloween) goes to support the Gladd Program at
St. John Brebeuf and the Intellectually Disabled
programs at St. Juliana and St. Isaac Jogues
Churches. Contact Trustee John Preston, Chairman
for more information at:[email protected] or
call with inquiries at 847-965-2572.
Trimmings OR
Roast Striploin with Merlot
Mushroom Sauce.
We promise a wonderful afternoon!
All reservations and food choices must be in
by Monday, December 21, 2014.
For Reservations call: MaryAnn Krueger-847966-9588
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Drodzy Parafianie,
Dziękuję za Wasze ofiarne wsparcie parafii Św. Jana Brebeuf. Jesteście dobrymi ludźmi, którzy
nieustannie dają siebie, rok po roku, aby stworzyć naszą szkołę i parafię miejscem współczucia i nadziei.
Ten Coroczny Raport za rok podatkowy 2013-2014, daje nam „migawkę”, „spojrzenie” na to, co
osiagnęliśmy razem, z pomocą Bożą. (parz strona 2) Podczas, kiedy wiele dobrych rzeczy zasistniało w
poprzednim roku, niektóre z tych wydarzeń to:
Dwóch Papieży, dwie nadzieje! Kanonizacja Św. Jana Pawła II i Św. Jana XXIII, na pewno była
najważniejszym wydarzeniem w uniwersalnym Kościele i dla nas Wszystkich. Diakon Mariusz Kośla
hojnie podjął się zobowiązania, aby poprowadzić pielgrzymkę na Plac Św. Piotra w Rzymie, na Mszę
kanonizacyjną. Razem z milionami ludzi z całego świata, zanieśli oni nasze modlitwy za pokój i jedność
do tej niepowtarzalnej Mszy Dziękczynnej. Ci wielcy mężczyźni, święci naszych czasów, zmienili kościół
i świat.
Nasza celebracja 60-cio lecia w Chateau Ritz we wrześniu, zgromadziła razem starych parafian i nowo
przybyłych, aby celebrować wiele Bożych błogosławieństw. Festiwal „Różnorodny Pokaz” powiązał
historię parafii w pieśni i tańcu. Wcześniejszy piknik parafialny w parku z okazji 60-cio letniej rocznicy,
pozwolił najmłodszym nie tylko pojeździć na wielbłądzie, ale pomógł nam wszystkim wziąć udział w
życiu wspólnoty i być częścią czegoś znacznie większego, niż nasze własne projekty i plany. To Chrystus
przemawia przez nas!
Uczyć Kim Jest Chrystus jest kampanią wspierającą Katolicką Edukację i Formację Wiary, która
uzdolniła nas przede wszystkim, aby kontynuować przekazywanie naszej wiary dla młodych i starszych.
Jeśli nie będziemy mieli infrastruktury, żadna z ważnych elementów Katolickiej Edukacji dla młodzieży,
dzieci i dorosłych, nie byłaby możliwa. Poprzez hojność 386 dobroczynców wymieniliśmy część dachu
szkolnego i całą zachodnią i wschodnią ścianę okien na sali gimnastycznej. Nasza szkoła, program
edukacji religijnej, Polska Szkoła i cała parafia, będzie z tego korzystała! Sala Monsignor Flanagan została
odnowiona, poprzez zainstalowanie nowej podłogi i odmalowanie.
Szkoła Św. Jana Brebeuf jest postrzegana jako lider w Archidiecezji i niedawno zmodernizowała swoją
technologię oraz nieustannie pogłębia swoje podejście, aby upewnić się, że każde dziecko wzrasta nie
tylko akademicko, ale równiez jako uczeń Chrystusa. Pani Elise Matsoni i jej grupa, ofiaruje każdego dnia
entuzjazm, cięzką pracę i Chrześcijańskie współczucie dla naszych małych dzieci!
Seria koncertów zorganizowana przez Marka Rachelskiego, naszego Dyrektora Muzyki, jest stworzona,
aby pogłębić naszą Katolicką wiarę, dostarczyć kulturowego przeżycia i budowac wspólnotę. W tym roku,
każdy czeka na występ Mesjasza Handla i coroczny zrób to sam, koncert, we wtorek, 2-go grudnia o
godzinie 7 wieczorem.
Tak, mamy wyzwania, ale z Bogiem wszystko jest możliwe!
Dziękuję
Ks. Mike Meany
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REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
OUR DECEASED
Marianna Skwarek
MEMORIAL
OPPORTUNITY
If you would like to
remember a deceased relative
or friend in a special way,
here is your opportunity. We
are accepting donations for the altar breads and wine that
are used at Mass each week. Every week in the bulletin
we will post who the bread and wine was donated in
memory of. Suggested donation is $50. You can drop off
or mail your donation to the Parish Office, marked “Altar
Bread Memorial.” Make sure to include your name and
the name/s of whom you would like to be remembered.
Requests are published in the bulletin in the order
that they are received.
Celebrating our SJB Military
Remembrance
St. John Brebeuf Parish is in the
process of establishing a military
remembrance presentation for all active
and fallen since September 11, 2001. We
are accepting family members names,
branch of service and photo. Please bring them to the parish office, attention Legion of Mary. ARMY, NAVY,
MARINES, AIR FORCE, COAST GUARD, NATIONAL GUARD.
Please remember in prayer the
following who are currently
serving in the Armed Forces:
Timothy Casey
Mark Honsa
Joseph Merkel
Peter Merkel
Robert Monaco
Chief Ryan Morrow
Thomas Neuhengen
Scott Rodberg
MSGT Michael Sergot
Christopher Vick
Daniel Cunningham, Sgt.
James Cunningham Pvt.
Susanne Connolly Tutwiler CDR John Tutwiler
Kevin Michael Kozeny
Dominic Carrabotta
Col. Barbara Jones (Wiltgen)
May they return safely to their families.
November 2, 2014
Pray for all our ill Members
Carlyn Delort
Eugenio & Antonia Dias
Diana D’Costa
Angela D’Costa
Walter Przybysz
Aidan Stotz
Virginia Penkala
Barbara Donovan
Kathy Berresheim
Sr. Rose Mary Carney
Henryk Stankiewicz
Michael Curtis
Bob Biewald
Lorraine Bielat
Lourdes Vivar
Dolores Perales
Esther Prochaska
Mary O’Toole
Irene Dodaro
Mildred Nosko
Madeline Albano
Jackie Weiss
Sally Raphael
Clem Juris
Shahla Lahijani
Anna Chacko
Terry & Dominic DiVito
Margaret Lach
Mary Hamma
Debbie Terzakis
John Rossi
Souk Tha Phone
Denise Ottinger
Rose Ugel
Frank Sergot
Cathy Neff
Donna Miller
Albert DeLorenzo
Lisa Owen
Dorothy Cichon
Wladyslaw Policht
Kim Travaglio
Pamela Sobie
Charlene Green
Jeffrey Bandis
Betty Weiss
Henry Zajac
Kamillus Urban
Patti Maher Tyska
Ida Lui
Stanley Kogut
Zdzislaw Puacz
Stanley Budzinski
Laura Begale
Michael Luisi
Agnes Ornate
Lorna Alba
John Wargo
Annette Schubert
Patrick Leahy
Eugene Mangan
Adam Rowel
Varant Minatiskan
Madeline Pukal-4 yrs. old
Cyril & Peg Maher
Elaine Friedman
Patricia Clausen
Dolores Gruzynski
John Peter Rolwes
Nanette Sadorra
Oscar Malabanan
Jeff Sefcik
Lita Rosales
Alma Kort
Randolf Abana
Jim Wills
Noli Failma
Christina Curtis
Alberto Odulio
Julie Cardone
Bernadyne Semmerling
Jerry Brazowski
Michael Likvan
Madeline Hendricksen
Mary & Mario Colosi
Ruben Pactol
Mitchell Miklas
Marcelino de la Cruz
Donna Kornovich
Geraldine Tyre
Kira Spedale (11 yrs. old)
Barbara Zonsius
Edward Kolasa
Patricia Jablonski
Dolores Perales
Linda Karno
Marilyn Philippsen
Butch Reeder
Linda Bennett
James Kurtzer
Jim Woods
Elizabeth Matteoni
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Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
Mass Intentions for the Week
Monday, November 3—St. Martin de Porres
6:30—Good Health for Mary Thomas
8:45—Walter Pukszta
Healing and Health for Matthew
Maria Wiechec
Bartlomiej Wiechec
Tuesday, November 4—St. Charles Borromeo
6:30—Good Health for James Thomas & Valsa
James
8:45—Birthday Blessings for Robert Mazur
Michelle Przybyla
Michelle Tuzollino
Andrew Przybyla
Wednesday, November 5—Weekday
6:30—Deacon John Perkowitz
Albert & Georgiana Dorsch, Claire Lee
Good Health for Peter, Viju, Nehe, James &
John
8:45—Salvatore Badalamenti, Lee Philippsen
Jan Bialobrzewski (1st Anniv. Of Death)
Stanley Peszek
7:00—Lawrence Hageman, Blessings for Maciej
Thursday, November 6—Weekday
6:30—Good Health for Abu, Tiju, Trisha & Niya
8:45—Monika Chabrowski (1st Anniv. Of Death)
Marian C. Endre
William Leahy (100th Anniv. Of Death)
Blessings & Health for Jessica & Baby
First Friday, November 7—Weekday
6:30—Albert & Georgiana Dorsch, Ron Weindorfer
Good Health & Special Intentions for Cyriac,
Siju, Alex & Angela
8:45—Katarzyna Budiselic, Jozef Reszka
7:00—Jan Kubon, Za Rodzine Jurczykowskich
Za Rodzine Kuleszynskich
Za Rodzine Boratyn, Za Rodzine Jaczynskich
Za Edwarda i Bronislawe Augustin
Rodzina Piwko, Stanislaw i Krystyna Wojciak
Grzegorz Majerczyk
Saturday, November 8—Weekday
7:30—Gediminas Valskys (10th Anniv. Of Death)
Genovaite Voveriene
5:00—Celebrant: Fr. Robert Pajor
Thomas Birt, Deacon John Perkowitz
Thaddeus Kroll, Bette Corr
Good Health for Alice, Ancy, Mary, Tresa &
Their Families
6:30—Celebrant: Fr. Peter Rapcia
Wincenty, Gertruda & Helena Przybycin
Zofia & Edward Mankowscy
Rozalia, Stanislaw, Tadeusz, Tomasz Dabros
Mary Grace Buckingham
Zofia & Czeslaw Garbarz
Helena & Jan Kurpisz
Maria & Ryszard Czubek
Jan & Marta Andrzejczak
Waclawa & Leon Koltys
Lucja Zawadzka
Barbara Olszowska
Eugienia Stankiewicz
Majerczyk Family, Stanislawa Fratczak
Kazimiera & Czeslaw Kubaczyk
Jozef & Zuzanna Augustyn
Edward & Cecylia Mrowicki
O Boze Blogoslawienstwo i Powrot do Zdrowia
Dla Walerii Janusz-Wojtkiewicz
Sunday, November 9—Dedication of the Lateran
Basilica
7:30—Celebrant: Fr. Robert Banzin
Albert & Georgiana Dorsch
Frank Duff & All Dec’d. Mbrs. of the Legion of
Mary
9:00—Celebrant: Fr. Robert Pajor
Frank Wirkus, Anne Gorski
Pamela Beusse (6th Anniv. Of Death)
10:45—Celebrant: Fr. Robert Pajor
Michael Puacz, Janina & Jozef Puacz
Zofia, Tomasz & Wladyslaw Boczar
Ed & Lottie Kozuch,
Louie Martinello
Walter Bialka,
Jozef Maleta (27th Anniv. Of Death)
Dec’d. Mbrs. Of Maleta & Stankiewicz Fam.
Jan Bialobrzewski and All Souls in Purgatory
Christine Rego & Jochieheim Rego
Sr. Sylvester, Nilam Chuday & Rakesh Chuday
Helen Chuday, Harold & Hilda Lewis, Ignatius
& Mary Lewis, Idia Lewis
12:30—Celebrant: Fr. Peter Rapcia
Eugenia, Apolonia & Jozef Dopart, Mary Cynar
Antoni Mastyga, Krystyna Liszka
Stefan & Julian Barabasz,
Szymon & Rozalia Skora
Jozef & Natalia Barabasz, Dmytro & Julia Lanowyk
Barbara Molinska, Barbara Olszowska
Eugienia Stankiewicz, Kazimierz Kozla
Monika & Jan Bartlomiej, Jan Marciniec
Misaczek Family
Dziekczynna Blagalna z prosba o Boze
Blogoslawienstwo i Dary Ducha Sw. o Opieke Matki
Przenajswietszej dla Anny, Wojciecha, Teresy i
Henryka Mrugala z Rodzina
2:00—GLADD
6:00—Celebrant: Fr.Peter Rapcia
For All Parishioners
Wedding Banns
3—James Hochschild & Maria Battung
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2—Dariusz Bagrowski & Anna Dziuba
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St. John Brebeuf Church
Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
November 2, 2014
Staff
Pastor: Rev. Michael Meany
Associates: Rev. Piotr Rapcia
Rev. Robert Pajor
Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Robert Banzin
Weekend Asst.: Rev. Patrick Marshall
Deacons: Larry Skaja
Andy Beierwaltes, Mariusz Kosla
Pastoral Associate: Maciek Karaban
Music Director: Marek Rachelski
Associate Music Director: Mariusz Kosla
Business Manager: Joseph Wojtowicz
School Principal: Elise Matson
Director Youth Ministry: Pam Perez
Staff Secretary: Charlotte Lindquist
Bulletin Editor, Parish Secretary:
Barbara Bronder
Rectory: 8307 N. Harlem Ave.
Parish Office: 8305 N. Harlem Ave.
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 966-8145 Fax: (847) 966-0014
Website: www.sjbrebeuf.org
School: (847) 966-3266
Website: www.sjbschool.org
Religious Education: (847) 966-3269
Youth Office: (847) 966-9815
Mass Schedule
“We are a people of faith who offer each
other and those touched by us the
means to experience God through prayer,
sacraments, education
and mutual support in light of the
Gospel and Catholic Tradition.”
November 2, 2014
Saturday: 5:00 PM, 6:30 PM (Polish)
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 AM,
12:30 PM (Polish), 6:00 PM
Monday—Friday Morning: 6:30 & 8:45 AM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM (Polish)
Saturday Morning: 7:30 AM
Holyday: 5:30 PM (English); 7:00 PM (Polish)
Vigil: 7:00 PM English
Reconciliation - Saturday
11:00 AM—Noon (English & Polish)
First Friday, 6:00 PM (English & Polish)
Baptisms
Last Sunday of each month during
10:45 AM Mass or 2:00 PM Service
(Polish): First Weekend of each month:
at 12:30 PM Mass on Sunday &
Third Sunday of the Month at 1:45 PM
Parents must attend pre-baptism instruction.
Matrimony
Four months notice is minimal.
Eucharistic Adoration
24 Hours a Day In Parish Ministry Center Chapel
St. Vincent de Paul—[email protected]