St. Francis Xavier

Catholic Church

2500 Arbeiter Rd, Joliet, IL 60431

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 7, 2016

Mass Schedule

Sunday Obligation Saturday …………………...…….…...4:30 pm Sunday …………………..8:30am & 10:00 am Weekday Mon, Tues, Thurs & Friday….….…. 9:15 am Wednesday ……………….…….…….6:30 pm Holy Days of Obligation— 9:15 am & 6:30 pm Vigil Mass—–6:30pm Check bulletin for changes.

Sacraments Reconciliation Saturday 3:30 to 4:15pm, Wednesday from 5:45 to 6:15 pm and by appt.

Baptism Sunday after 10:00 am Mass. Call the office for open dates Marriage Please call the church office at the beginning of your wedding planning (at least six months in advance).

Staff Pastor……………….…... ...Fr Karl Langsdorf Deacon ………………….……..…..Terry Safko Deacon……………………………..Vic Puscas Pastoral Associate …………....…....Sandy Book Music Coordinator…………….....Mark Epling Coordinator of FCFF …….………………….…...Penny Giunta Secretary ……………..……….....Jackie White Telephone………………....….…..815-609-8077 Fax………………………………..815-609-8078

www.st-francis-xavier.org

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Feb 6 & 7 Creekside Cares Feb 7-K of C Super Bowl Extravaganza Feb 7-FCFF after 10am Mass Feb 10-Ash Wednesday Mass at 9:15am & 6:30pm Feb 11-Anointing of the Sick Feb 14-Confirmation Class@ 6:30pm Feb 15-Kof C Auxiliary Feb 21-FCFF after 10am Mass Feb 26-DAY BREAK Mar 6-FCFF after 10am Mass

K of C Ladies Auxiliary

All women of our parish are invited to our next meeting February 15, @ 7:30pm in the

lower level of the church.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ

Thank you for your generosity to the Annual Catholic Min-istries appeal. Because of your generosity numerous pro-jects were funded or helped and the parish benefited be-cause we got back $ 9000.00. This was the money over and above our contribution. So we were able to spend $ 4500 .00 to fix the loud speaking system. We were able to give back $ 3000.00 to the Diocese towards paying off some of our debt. The Annual Appeal helps fund various projects in the Diocese as the leaflet you receive last week tells you. Every one of its ministries need all the funds it receives. Your gen-erosity is part of the mercy that we are called to show to others. Since I came to this parish I have been amazed by the many causes you have chosen to be involved with and they are too numerous to list. Thank you!

As we move into the season of Lent let us as a faith commu-nity try to use the “Rediscovering Jesus” Book to renew our Faith to strengthen our commitment to one another but above all to get to know Jesus . In the opening Chapter we hear Paul being asked “Are you Jesus” and you remember the story I told in my homily a few weeks ago when I said “He has no arms but your arms , no legs but your legs, Je-sus is counting on You” Most of us are always in a hurry so lets take time out this lent to see what we can do for Jesus. Reading this book together as a parish and reflecting to-gether can help us do this. Let us Journey together and let us pray together and say together from the book “Jesus give me the courage to let down my guard” Pray for me as I pray for, Fr Karl

CREEKSIDE CARES

Creekside Cares fills backpacks with food every week, delivering them to roughly 190 kids right here in Plainfield School District 202 whose fami-lies are struggling to make ends meet at home. St. Francis Xavier is collecting food on 2/6 & 2/7 to donate to the program. They specifically need canned vegetables, canned fruits, macaroni and cheese, pasta, rice, instant oatmeal, cereals, cereal bars, canned soups, ramen noodles, peanut but-ter, jelly, hot cocoa, canned pasta sauce, toma-toes, canned pastas (ie: Spaghetti O’s), canned chili, beans, canned pasta sauce, canned tuna, canned chicken, and individual snacks such as granola bars, fruit chews, snacks, pudding, ap-plesauce, cookies, crackers, chips, raisins, and cheese and crackers. Together we can end hunger in our own commu-nity. If you would like more information please visit their website http://creeksidecares.org/ or contact Tom Mulcahy at

tlmulcahy@sbcglobal.net Stressed Out?? Join us for a free confidential support group that meets the first week of each month in the lower level of the Church. First Wednesday morning of the month 9-10:30 am (new

time!) and/or first Monday evening of the month 7-8:30 pm.

Next month's meetings: March 7, 7-8:30 pm, and March 9, 9-10:30 am Confidential Help Line: 815-669-7741 (Please leave a mes-sage)

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Lent

February 10,

Ash Wednesday —- Mass 9:15am & 6:30pm Friday Mass in Lent at 6:30pm

Feb 19, Mar 4, & 18

Fish Fry Dinners 4:30pm—8:00pm

Feb 12, 26 & Mar 11

Friday Night Café following the 6:30pm Mass

Adult Faith Sharing Gatherings

Tuesday 10-11:30am

Family Centered Faith Formation after 10am Mass

Feb 7 & 21

Confirmation Class

Feb 14 @ 6:30pm Mar 13@ 8:30am

First Communion Classes@ 11am February 6,

March 5,

Catechist Training Jan 31 Feb 28

Unemployed and Looking for Direction ?

St Mary Immaculate Parish has an Employment

Ministry. They can help you with writing a resume, build skills for interviewing and networking and get

emotional / spiritual support.

For more information contact David Bachtel

at EmploymentMinistry@smip.org

Or call 815-436-2651 ext 815

All Things are Possible with God!

John Michael Talbot

Immaculate Conception Parish, in Morris, is hosting three special evenings of ministry, February 24,25 & 26, 2016,

presented by John Michael Talbot. Each evening begins at 7:00 pm . John Michael Talbot will start each

evening with inspiring message and includes sacred music. Tickets are not required. A Free Will offering will be ac-cepted to support the ministries of John Michael Talbot

and the Brothers and Sisters of Charity.

If you have any questions about this event , please contact Lib Thorson at 815-942-0620 ext 25

Looking for a way to start Your New Year Journey?

St. Francis Xavier is reaching out to parish members en-gaged in the roll of caregiving. Many times families are faced with decisions regarding the well-being of their loved ones. If you had thought about finding help, but not sure where to turn, maybe we can be of assistance. If the interest is there we are considering several types of options. A Caregiver support group can provide an atmosphere of understanding with opportunity to explore common diffi-culties and experiences that come with the journey. We would also like to make available a one on one meeting with an individual who can help you take that step forward into a support group. St. Francis Xavier wants to be there for you on your journey, whatever it may be, when it comes to caring for a loved one. Through a support group we can share resources, community programs and help you con-nect with other individuals who are facing similar needs. Caregiving is a choice. We can offer our hand to give you a sense of security knowing you are not alone. Let us help you take that step forward to help yourself. You need to take your oxygen first and then be the very best you can for the loved one you are helping. If you are interested in tak-ing that first step forward… please call the parish office. We are here for you. You do not need to do this alone. 815-609-8077

DIOCESE OF JOLIET COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC NURSES

ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The Diocese of Joliet Council of Catholic Nurses is pleased to announce the acceptance of applications for the annual $500 nursing education scholarship. Applicants should plan to be enrolled in their senior year of a Baccalaureate nursing program for Fall 2016 and be reg-istered in a Catholic parish in the Joliet Diocese and an active member participating in the Catholic faith. The deadline for submitting all paperwork is April 1, 2016. Application documents and specifications can be obtained by emailing Nanci Reiland, RN MSN at reilanna@lewisu.edu .

*** Save the Date***

April 29, 2016 6—11pm

Mass Schedule for February 13th and 14th, 2016

Saturday 4:30 pm

Sunday 8:30 am

Sunday 10:00 am

GREETERS

Lara Family

Ehrlinger Family

Revis Family

LECTOR

Terry Woods

Rosa Sanchez

Don Newhall

MINISTERS of

HOLY COMMUNION

SERVERS

MANNA HELPERS

Deacon Tim Drendel Cathy Woods Gayle Claffy Judy Burzinski

T J Johannessen AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

Mary Kaffer Sheila Genevich

Deacon Helen Kopysinski EM NEEDED EM NEEDED EM NEEDED

Luke Lyznicki AS NEEDED AS NEEDED

Jim Thomas

Deacon Amy Sheehan Amy Schwert Sr Nancy Gannon Sr Monica Sesko

Julia Schwert Erica Johnson AS NEEDED

Marilyn Watson Jean Newhall

Saturday Feb 6, 4:30pm St Francis Xavier Parishioners Sunday Feb 7, 8: 30pm St Francis Xavier Parishioners Sunday Feb 7, 10:00am James Haln Monday Feb 8, 9:15am Mike Gannon Tuesday Feb 9, 9:15am Intention of the Celebrant Wednesday Feb 10, 6:30pm Intention of the Celebrant Thursday Feb 11, 9:15am Peter & Aiden

Friday Feb 12, 9:15am Intention of the Celebrant

Saturday Feb 13, 4:30pm Albert Elslager Sunday Feb 14, 8:30am Kwiek Family Sunday Feb 14, 10:00am St Francis Xavier Parishioners

Manna News

We have a big variety of vendors in the manna program. In addition, to grocery stores and gas stations there is an assortment of eateries. If you are looking for a cup of cof-fee, a quick lunch or a nice dinner, we have something available for you. For example, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Panera, Subway, Olive Garden and Outback are some of the restaurants, we have in stock. We accept cash and checks payable to St. Francis Xavier. Be sure to stop by the manna table after Mass. Manna cards are a very easy way to shop .

THURSDAY MORNING

9:45—10:45

TUESDAY EVENING

5—8 p.m.

Is your child in college or intending to go in the fall? Please fill out the form below and drop it in the collection basket so we can send him/her a care package and stay in touch. Student’s name

__________________________________________________ Student’s email __________________________________________________ College name and address ______________________________________________ Currently enrolled _____ Will start in the fall of 2016 _____ Parents/Grandparents, would you like to help with this new ministry? If so, please give us your name and best way to reach you:

__________________________________________________

6th Annual K of C Super Bowl Extravagaza

Sunday , February 7th starting at 3:30pm

In the lower level of the church

Please pray for . . .

Jim Connell Anna Lopez Terry Stanley Agnes Badar

Erno Balogh Larry Formella Ron Stajkowski

Please submit all articles for the bulletin in writing no later than noon on Mondays. You may fax (815/609-8078) or email (office@st-francis-xavier.com) your article AS AN ATTACHMENT.

Our Sunday Offering January 17, 2016

Envelopes used: 112 $2988.00 Loose Currency: $1126.00 Total: $4114.00

January Blue Envelopes Total $1509.00 Latin America $ 470.00

Approximate number of Registered Families ……. 543 For your heart will always be where your riches are. Matthew 6:21..

PARISH REGISTRATION: All Catholics are expected to register in their parish . We encourage you to register through the simple process of picking up the form in the back of church or by telephoning the office and complete the simple questionnaire.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:(Family Centered Faith Formation)Registration takes place from May through August. Classes begin in September and are held twice a month on Sunday after the 10:00 am Mass.

PARISH MINISTRIES: If you would like to join one of our parish ministries (lector, Communion minister, catechists, etc.) please call the office for details.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT is held on Tuesday from 5-8p.m. and on Thursday after the 9:15 am Mass until 10:45a.m.

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATIONS: We are delighted to celebrate the sacraments of Baptism & Marriage within our parish for registered families. If you have any questions, please contact our parish office, 815-609-8077

SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION: Reconciliation:Confessions are every Saturday from 3:30 to 4:15 pm , Wednesday from 5:45 to 6:15 pm and by appt..

Baptisms: Are celebrated on Sunday after the 10:00 am Mass. Call the church office for open dates . Marriages: Please contact the parish office at the beginning of your wedding planning to check if your wedding date is available and to start the marriage preparation process. A minimum of six(6) months in advance of your wedding date is a requirement of the Joliet diocese. Weddings are celebrated at Noon or 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

Quinceanara—Must contact the parish 3 months prior to the requested date

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults): For adults interested in becoming Catholic, RCIA prepares them to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist) at the Easter Vigil. Adult Catholics in need of Confirmation are also invited. The formal program meets weekly from October through May.

Bulletin Inserts: If you plan to insert flyers in the Sunday bulletin, please call the parish office on the prior Monday for approval and scheduling

Office Hours: Monday & Thursday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Tuesday 11:30am to 3:00pm Friday 8:30 am to 1:00 pm Office closed on Wednesday Telephone…...815/609-8077 Fax……..815/609-8078 Web site…………………………...….st-francis-xavier.org E-mail……………………… .office@st-francis-xavier.com Pastor………………………..……..…Rev. Karl Langsdorf frkarl@st-francis-xavier.com Deacon………………………………………..Terry Safko

Deacon…………………………………..…...Vic Puscas Pastoral Associate………………………...….Sandra Book Religious Education/FCFFCoordinator……....Penny Giunta Secretary………………………….………...Jackie White Sacramental Preparation: ..Sister M. Gesuina Bongiorno, O.S.M. Confirmation Preparation…………...Mike & Gaylene Oesterreich Music Coordinator ......... ……………………Mark Epling Daybreak Coordinator…………….…………..Caryl Hayes cl.hayes@att.net/815-263-9584 Bulletin Coordinator………………..…...Kathleen Thoman Webmaster……………….webmaster@st-francis-xavier.com

OFFICE /STAFF INFORMATION

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 7, 2016

I will give thanks to you, O Lord,

with all my heart, for you have heard the words

of my mouth.

— Psalm 138:1

Ronald Wallis —Navy, Djibouti, Africa

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