St. Louis de Montfort

Mother’s Day May 14, 2017

Fr. Stan’s Utterances Page 2 May and October are the months dedicated to the Blessed Mother of God. In our Catholic traditions, October is dedicated to praying the rosary, and the month of May is dedicated to praying the Litany of Loreto to Mary. I encourage everyone to please pray this prayer everyday throughout the month of May. On the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Our Lord reminds that that we are called to continue His work and to achieve even greater things than He accomplished during his earthly ministry. He built his Church with growth in mind, generation after generation, founded on Him and the Apostles. In today’s First Reading the Twelve are faced with more work than they can handle, and people are starting to complain. The Twelve cannot take care of everyone. This is no surprise. Our Lord didn’t just appoint one

person to carry on His work; Jesus appointed Twelve, and, soon after, the Twelve needed helpers, and other apostles, like Paul and Barnabas, to continue the work in the face of the Church’s explosive growth. The Twelve asked for candidates, but they were also clear that those who would help them in the ministry needed to be “filled with the Spirit and wisdom.” These men would become known as the Seven, and, according to tradition, are the first deacons in the Church. The Holy Spirit kept the apostles faithful to the work Christ wanted them to do, and the Spirit continues to do so for all of us.

In today’s Second Reading St. Peter reminds us that through Baptism we have been incorporated into the Church, and are now living stones in an edifice constructed with a spiritual and priestly purpose. Our Lord described Himself to the Pharisees and scribes as the stone rejected by the builders that would become the corner stone (see Matthew 21:42). They had rejected Him, but the Father builds the Church on Him, and He made the Apostles the foundation for His Church.

The Lord continues to build the Church through us, on the solid foundations of those living stones who have preceded us and our own efforts at holiness. A living stone is not just edified, but edifying. We are inserted into this spiritual and social structure and helped to support it and to remain solid. If our works are edifying, it will attract even those who don’t know Our Lord to see where that special something we have comes from and to seek it out as well.

In today’s Gospel Our Lord, at the Last Supper, prepares His disciples for the moment when he’ll be separated from them on earth, and they’ll be expected to carry on His mission. He reminds them that they have a place waiting for them in Heaven, just as they have a place in his Church. He tells them today that they know where He is going.

When the moment was right, Our Lord returned and led every one of them to the Father’s House, just as He will lead us one day. In the meanwhile, we have to stay the course He has taught us, and, if we get turned around, ask for directions to get back on track. Helping people get back on track to the Father’s House is what we’re all called to do as Christians, but to do that we must know how to get to the Father’s House.

Christ describes himself as the “way”: we show others the way to the degree that we imitate Him. Our Lord became flesh and put some believers on the right track, and those believers have helped Him guide us ever since. He sent apostles to the four corners of the world, and they still carry out their mission through us. This is the work He said would be even greater than his ministry on earth. It spread to the entire Roman Empire, then beyond its borders to the whole world.

We’re called to continue these “greater works” that he encouraged his first disciples to do. The key is having faith in God, believing in God and living our lives with God at the center of everything we do.

This why on this Mother’s Day, we thank God for the gift of life he has bestowed to all women to bring forth life and nurture this life. Our mothers have been the first disciples of Jesus to introduce us to Him and help us grow in our faith, through prayers and service, so that we carry on all of His commandments and teachings. Thank you mothers and grandmothers for your faith and love. Here is a special prayer we should all say for all of our mothers, living here on this earth or living in Heaven and still lovingly watching over us and praying for us:

Prayer for All Mothers: “O almighty and eternal God, Lord of both the living and the dead, Your tender mercy embraces

all people foreknown to be Yours by faith and a good life. Through the intercession of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary, our Mother, and of all the saints, grant Your merciful pardon to all mothers for whom we pray, whether they still are living in this world or have departed from this flesh into the world to come. Especially, dear Lord, grant the requests I now make of You for my own beloved mother. All-loving God, we give you thanks and praise for mothers young and old. We pray for young mothers, who give life and count toes and tend to our every need; may they be blessed with patience and tenderness to care for their families and themselves with great joy. We pray for our own mothers who have nurtured and cared for us; may they continue to guide us in strong and gentle ways. We remember mothers who are separated from their children because of war, poverty, or conflict; may they feel the loving embrace of our God who wipes every tear away. We pray for women who are not mothers but still love and shape us with motherly care and compassion. We remember mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers who are no longer with us but who live forever in our memory and nourish us with their love.” Amen.

Happy Mother’s Day! Happy Easter again! It is still the Easter Season.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Jesus lives!

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Litany of The Blessed Virgin Mary ~~ Litany of Loreto

Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, have mercy on us. Lord, have mercy on us. Christ hear us. Christ, graciously hear us. God the Father of Heaven, Have mercy on us. God the Son, Redeemer of the world Have mercy on us. God the Holy Spirit, Have mercy on us. Holy Trinity, One God, Have mercy on us. Respond, “Pray for us” after each invocation: Holy Mary, Holy Mother of God, Holy Virgin of virgins, Mother of Christ, . Mother of divine grace, Mother most pure, Mother most chaste, Mother inviolate, Mother undefiled, Mother most amiable, Mother most admirable, Mother of good counsel, Mother of our Creator,

Lamb of God, Who takest away the sins of the world, Spare us, O Lord. Lamb of God, Who takest away the sins of the world, Graciously spare us, O Lord. Lamb of God, Who takest away the sins of the world, Have mercy on us. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God, That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Let us pray- Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we Thy servants may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body, and by the glorious intercession of the Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, be delivered from present sorrow and enjoy everlasting happiness. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen

Singular vessel of devotion, Mystical rose, Tower of David, . Tower of ivory, House of gold, Ark of the covenant, Gate of Heaven, Morning star, Health of the sick, Refuge of sinners, Comforter of the afflicted, Help of Christians, Queen of angels,

Queen of patriarchs, Queen of prophets, Queen of apostles, Queen of martyrs, Queen of confessors, Queen of virgins, Queen of all saints, Queen conceived without Original Sin, Queen assumed into Heaven, Queen of the holy Rosary, Queen of families, Queen of peace,

Mother of our Savior, Mother of the Church, Virgin most prudent, Virgin most venerable, Virgin most renowned, Virgin most powerful, Virgin most merciful, Virgin most faithful, Mirror of justice, Seat of wisdom, Cause of our joy, Spiritual vessel, Vessel of honor,

Please keep our 8th grade students in your thoughts and prayers. On May 11th, the students received their graduation ribbons and autograph books. This is a time for them to look back and remember their time at St. Louis de Montfort in elementary school before they begin their high school experience. Also, please pray for our 2nd grade students who, on Saturday, May 13th, received the final sacrament of initiation, Holy Eucharist. Thank you to Mrs. Dobrocky for preparing our school students so well for this important sacrament. We invite you to attend our Final Spring Concert, “Sing to the Glory of God” on Thursday, May 18th at 7:00 pm in church. The students have worked hard in their music classes to learn the songs. Our School Choir and Handbell Choir will also perform special songs. Recently, the entire student body enjoyed a field trip to the Field Museum of Natural History. They enjoyed Sue the Dinosaur, learned about life in ancient Egypt and wandered through an Egyptian pyramid. They also saw and touched meteors and they learned about the Lions of Tsavo. A fun day was enjoyed by all! Thanks to FSA for providing our buses!

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Jackie Adomovicz Jesse Anderer George Badke

Jim Ball Richard Bania

Erik Baranowski Irene Baranowski

Lillian Berenis Sr. Bernardine Mikey Bevan Joyce Bitinas

Jesselyn Brucki Michael Cafagna

Diane Chrapkiewicz Pat Chudy

Bill Cochran John Condon Sue Conley

Betty Connolly Donna Dong

Mary Dragozetic Rita Duchowicz Shirley Duran Jack Falsey

John Furmaniak Sr. Dave Gallagher Sandra Gilbert Lorraine Grams

Sam Harnish Dorothy Hayden

Janis Hayden Mary Hinchey

Jackie Hojnacki Theresa Iser Marilyn Jones

Mary Jane Kirchner Mary Kmak

Daniel Kosiek Bill Kutschke Kurt Kutschke Josie Maracic Agnes Mark Rita Mazur

Mary Ann & Bill Meskowski Rosemary Mihelic

Andy Mikal Barbara Minster Judy Mitchell Vencia Munis

Christopher Murphy Teresa Myczek Michael Nolan Debbie Ornat Bill Prusinski

Kelly Robertson Frances Schmidt Joan Schramm

Bridget Schroeder Ruth Ann Smith

Jim Staros Mercedita Suclan

Terry Swierk Walter Tarasevic Dorothy Tinman

Diane Uryasz Jerry Wantroba II

Mary Wantuck Angie Weiss

Cathy Jo Werner Kimberly Willett

Shelley Werner-Torsan Robert & Carol Zucas

REST IN PEACE We pray for our family and friends

that have recently died Jay Tarczon

Please keep them and their families in your prayers

We pray for those among us who are suffering from illnesses

WOMEN’S AUXILIARY

Mark Your Calendars

Women’s Auxiliary Spring Luncheon

Saturday, May 20th 1:00 PM Quinn Hall

The Women’s Auxiliary invites all the women of the parish for an afternoon of fun, food and friendship. Bring a friend! To ensure that we order sufficient food, please RSVP by signing the sign up sheet in the Church vestibule or call Parish Home (708.599.5300) and leave a message with your name, phone number and number of attendees.

Hope to see you there.

Please join us after the 5:00 mass on Sunday, May 20th to celebrate with Deacon Bill Sullivan on his

40th Anniversary as Deacon. We will share memories, friendship, cake and coffee!

Monthly Meetings ~~ All are welcome!

2nd Thursday of each Month—7:00 PM Quinn Hall

ST. JOHN PAUL II

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION ASSOCIATION ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Every Saturday

St. Louis de Montfort Chapel 9:00—10:00 AM Please join us

Knights of Columbus Council 14553

May 20 5:00PM May 21 7:30 AM May 21 9:30 AM May 21 11:30 AM M. Leffers J. Sibick M. Murphy M. Farrell L. Trail R. Staros D. Sichelski K. Tarczon T. Lechert H. Niemiec B. Zakes C. Gotto

Extraordinary T. Wasik M. Kocher J. Cepek N. Rodl Ministers of Communion J. Miller M. Uryasz S. Kozak J. Hurckes

J. Kocher K. Delmagori D. Widmer G. Pierzynski C. Sorensen I. Ramirez D. Gajda D. Ott

Commentator S. Ferriola Cantor C. Karnoski Cantor

Lector L. Trail G. Senese D. Widmer G. Pierzynski

The 2018 Mass book is open if you would like to schedule a mass to remember a loved one, living or deceased. Mass intentions can also be for a private special intention. Please call (708.599.5300) or stop by the Parish Home during business hours (9:00—2:30, Monday through Friday) to schedule a mass or get more information.

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Weekly Activities at St. Louis

Saturday, May 13 Sunday, May 14 Monday, May 15 9:00 AM— Rosary (CH) Tuesday, May 16 9:00 AM — Rosary (CH) 6:30—9:00 PM—Choir Practice (CH) 7:00 PM— Picnic Planning Meeting (QH) 7:00 PM—Needleworkers (QH) Wednesday, May 17 9:00 AM — Rosary (CH) 9:00 AM—10:00 AM—Parish Pantry Thursday, May 18 9:00 AM— Rosary (CH) 6:30 PM—9:00 PM—Choir Practice (CH) Friday, May 19 9:00 AM—Rosary 9:00 AM—10:00 AM—Parish Pantry \Saturday, May 20 9:00 AM—10:00 AM— Adoration 1:00 PM—4:00 PM Women’s Auxiliary Spring Luncheon 6:00 PM - Reception to Celebrate Deacon Sullivan Sunday, May 21

Weekly Mass Intentions Saturday, May 13 8:30 AM Communion Service 5:00 PM— + Emily Riordan + Vera & Anne Rostan Family + Michael Dunford + Josephine & Anthony Rathnau Sunday, May 14 Fifth Sunday of Easter, Mother’s Day 7:30 AM + David Fenton & Sons + Ed Niemiec + Lorraine Szydlowski +Alice Puriski 9:30 AM + Jozef Dusza + Thelma LaSalvia + Aiden Kennelly 11:30 AM + Maria Boblak Monday, 15 8:30 AM + Thelma LaSalvia Tuesday, May 16 8:30 AM + People of the Parish Wednesday, May 17 8:30 AM Communion Service Thursday, May 18 8:30 AM + Joyce Kurcab Friday, May 19 8:30 AM + Special Intention Saturday, May 20 8:30 AM Communion Service 5:00 PM— + Clem Hojnacki + Bill Donnelly + Kazimiera Dabrowska + Joyce Kurcab Sunday, May 21 Sixth Sunday of Easter 7:30 AM + Mike Mascolino 9:30 AM + Maximmian & Stefania Kocanda + Walter Skupien Diane Skupien 11:30 AM + Magdalene Bryja—9th Anniversary of death +Bronistawa Maryniarczyk + Barbara Galvin—For health

WEEKLY OFFERING

May 6/7 $6,000.00 Give Central $ 240.00 Your contributions can be made electronically on Give Central. Visit the website www.givecentral.org to enroll.

Sunday Readings for May 14

First reading: Acts 6:1-7 Second reading: 1 Peter 2:4-9 Gospel: John 14:1-12

Sunday Readings for May 21

First reading: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17 Second reading: 1 Peter 3:15-18 Gospel: John 14:15-21

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Click on "events", then on "St. Louis de Montfort Confirmation 2017". Enter your email address and enjoy the photos.

St. Louis de Montfort Religious Education School Year 2017-2018 Registration is Open

We are changing our Religious Education school day from Saturday to Sundays for the 2017-2018 School Year. Please find the

school calendar on our website. Class time is 8:00 am – 9:30 am, all students will then attend 9:30 Mass and sit together as a class. Students will be dismissed after mass. For more information, contact the RE office, 708.599.5781. ext. 18.

Tuition 1 child $225.00 2 children $275.00 3 or more $325.00

Thank you, Mrs. Cheryl Plesha RE Coordinator

Fr. Stanley Stuglik: Pastor Mr. Bill Sullivan: Deacon Fr. Mark Canavan: Pastor Emeritus Mrs. Cindy Cochran: Operations Director Ms. Jan Podolak: Parish Secretary Mrs. Karen Deegan: Director of Music Parish Home: 8808 Ridgeland Ave, Oak Lawn IL Phone: 708-599-5300 Fax: 708-599-2678 Email: parish.office@sldmparish.org Parish Website: www.sldmparish.org Parish Home Office Hours: 9:00 AM— 2:30 PM Monday—Friday Mrs. Melissa Wilson: School Principal Mrs. Cheryl Plesha: Religious Education Coordinator School Address: 8840 Ridgeland Ave, Oak Lawn IL School Phone: 708-599-5781 School Fax: 708-599-5782

MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 7:30 9:30 and 11:30 AM Weekdays 8:30 AM (Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri) 8:30 AM Communion Service (Wed) Saturday 8:30 AM Communion Service Confessions: Saturday 4:00 to 4:30 PM Baptisms: 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month Pre-Baptismal Program: The 1st Tuesday every other month. Arrangements can be made by calling the Rectory. Weddings: Couples should contact the parish priest at least six months in advance of wedding date.

Welcome to St. Louis de Montfort Parish

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Louis De Montfort Church #000448 8808 S. Ridgeland Avenue Oak Lawn, IL 60453 TELEPHONE 708 599-5300 CONTACT PERSON Jan Podolak EMAIL: parish.office@sldmparish.org SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2013 Adobe Acrobat XI Windows 8 TRANSMISSION TIME Wednesday 11:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION May 14, 2017 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE MAKE A NOTE OF CHANGED EMAIL ADDRESS.