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Pastoral Staff
Father Norbert Raszeja, CR
Father Mark Cote
Deacon Jerry Christensen
Deacon Tom Marciani
Deacon Rick Feltes
Office of Worship Kurt Meyer
Lianda Valentine
Rita Ramsey,
Religious Education/Formation
7720 Janes Avenue—630.985.9255 Beth Cartner
[email protected] Renee Dyja,
Youth Ministry Jennifer Michalik-Olson,
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Shawn Denning,
School, 7720 Janes Avenue 630.985.2515 School Fax 630.985.2395 Miss Elizabeth Driscoll,
Alison Gosewehr,
7800 JANES AVENUE * WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 * 630.985.2351 X 122
THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF ST. SCHOLASTICA
The Parish Offices are located in the Administration Center
7800 Janes Avenue
Phone ........................................................... 630.985.2351 Fax ............................................................... 630.985.8770
The Tabernacle Candle "In accordance with traditional custom, near the tabernacle a special lamp, fueled by oil
or wax, should be kept alight to indicate and honor the presence of Christ." (General Instruction of the Roman Missal 316) If
you would like to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, please call the
Parish Office. The donation is $10. The candle offering is for one week.
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Not Orphaned!
Because the risen Lord and the Spirit of Truth are always with us, we are not abandoned. Because we are not abandoned, we must exhibit both love and obedience. Saint Peter proclaims in the Second Reading, “Always be ready to give an explanation...for the reason of your hope.” Act accordingly.
† How will my every action proclaim Christ’s presence in my life and in the life of the world?
† How can I advocate, aid another’s need this week? † Whom will I love, how will I love as Jesus Christ loves
me?
Our Mission
We, the family of St. Scholastica Catholic Parish, are dedicated Christian stewards of God’s gifts. We have been called in Baptism and through the Holy Spirit to be disciples of Jesus. We are a sacramental community,
sharing a sense of welcoming and belonging. We provide opportunities for spiritual growth and faith
formation. We are committed in both prayer and action to support and nurture each other and those in need.
Welcome
Parish Office Hours:
The Parish Office is closed. Staff will be monitoring phone calls and e-mails from home. Dial extension
159 if you are in need of a priest.
Support Our Sponsors!
Our bulletin is totally subsidized by the companies whose advertisements appear on the back pages.
If you would like to advertise in our bulletin, please contact Frank Tucker at 1.800.566.6170.
The Tabernacle Candle is offered this week for:
John Hardy—Birthday
By: Chris & Jeff Atwell
Online Giving is a great way to help our administrative staff while supporting your church. Signing up is easy—you can use a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Just go to our church website: www.stscholasticaparish.org and click on the Online Giving logo to get started.
Need help setting up Online Giving? Contact: Our Sunday Visitor
800-348-2886, ext. 2 or [email protected]
A Continued Call to
Can you be here for your parish….
If you are able, please continue your generous support by dropping off or sending in your weekly donation. You can also support your parish online by following the guidelines below.
We are still here for you….
It is very difficult for your parish staff not be allowed to staff the parish office, but we will continue to be here for you. Please call if you are in need, in any way. We have a list of generous parishioners who have offered to shop or run errands.
On behalf of the staff and parishioners of St. Scholastica Parish, welcome! Although we are a large, diverse faith community, we strive to always cherish
and value the gifts of each parishioner. We invite you to find a place in our parish that nurtures and serves
you in your faith development.
Did you ever have a great idea, but when you shared it with others no one really accepted your idea as being that great? I must admit that this happens to me on occasion. And I will also admit that I am the one who tells myself that what I wanted to do was not such a great idea. Now that I have your a en on I will tell you a story. I thought that I had a wonderful idea to use for this week’s “wanderings” from me, but somehow it evaporated from my mind over night. I knew that I read an interes ng quote from Pope Francis in an ar cle which was wri en by Fr. Antonio Spadaro, S.J. who is editor in chief of the journal La Civiltà Ca olica. But when I woke up the following morning I could not locate the quote nor even recall exactly where I read it. Of course the bo om line is that I have changed my idea about what I would write for the 6th Sunday of Easter. Over the days a er Easter a fair amount of the gospel passages used during the week have been taken from the Gospel of John. Especially during the recent two weeks the 14th chapter of John’s gospel was predominant because in this chapter we read that Jesus is preparing His disciples for a me when He will not be with them. The se ng in this passage for today is before Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion, and definitely before His resurrec on. Among many scripture scholars this sec on is referred to as part of Jesus’ Farewell Discourse. The se ng is immediately a er the conclusion of the Last Supper and Jesus is trying to prepare His disciples for His departure and that they would eventually con nue His ministry and follow Him. At first they are baffled and say that they do not know exactly where He is going or the way, but Jesus reminds them that He is the way they are to follow. Furthermore Jesus adds an addi onal piece of informa on in the promises He makes to His disciples: an advocate will come and help them. Jesus states that a er He has departed that the Father… will give you another Advocate to be with you always, the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot accept, because it neither sees nor knows him. But you know him, because he remains with you, and will be in you. I will not leave you orphans… [John 14: 15‐16] A popular interpreta on is that an advocate is one who works on your behalf like an insurance agent who tries to obtain the maximum benefits to be paid for whatever procedure that you have had, or a health advocate who makes sure that you
receive the proper medical care that you need. If you stop to think about it an advocate is also someone who encourages you to keep going even if you feel that it might be fu le because you lack the energy or will to persist in what you have begun. Expressions like, “You’re doing great,” or “Come on, you can do it, keep up the effort.” In a way this is part of the message that we read today from the First Le er of Peter. He offers his readers words of encouragement… Always be ready to give an explana on to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope, but do it with gentleness and reverence, keeping your conscience clear… On this 6th Sunday of Easter we hear in our gospel passage as well as in the First Le er of Peter, that we are not alone. The Advocate is the Holy Spirit who will and does guide us in our life’s journey. Recall in our first scripture passage for today from the Acts of the Apostles: … Now when the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent them Peter and John, who went down and prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Spirit… Also we have been moving forward since Easter Sunday to recall the Pentecost event. We want the Holy Spirit to come and guide us. This year Pentecost is also the date that the Catholic dioceses are looking at as a
me to reopen our church buildings and resume the public celebra on of mass together. I hope that this will happen, but from the me I write this ar cle un l Pentecost Sunday many things may happen because of Covid‐19. But if we are able to open the church doors again on Pentecost Sunday no one will say, “Just run in and have a seat!” No, it will have to be in a more orderly and controlled fashion while s ll maintaining a physical distance from others un l we all could be certain that it is safe to gather together again. The details are s ll being worked out and I hope that we can be together again soon to share in the Eucharist. It is in this Easter Season that we read in the scripture passages of how the early church grew because the Holy Spirit brought these people together. We need also to pray that the Holy Spirit brings us together again. May you and your families have a blessed and healthy week.
Fr. Norb, C.R.
You can hear Fr. Norbert, CR’s weekly message on
Sundays by going to the parish Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/stscholasticaparish/
woodridgeil
Or the parish web site:
www.stscholasticaparish.org
The Sacrament of Marriage Preparation for marriage involves special instruction for the couple. Notification to the Parish Administration Center is required at least 6 months in advance. Please call Sue at the Parish Administration Center, 630.985.2351, ext. 124, for more information.
Catherine Rizzo, Erich Pavel, Mary Dugenskie, Michele Casey, Colleen McLaughin, Richard DePirro,
Paul Leising, Justin Simpson, Deb Sharbak, Cindy Grubba, Jodi Huntley, Fe Asuncion, Linda Wood, Steve Wirtas,
Darlene Feliksik, Jim Picek, Andrew Schmith, Kim Sanford, Pat Sautter, Tom Nobles, Al Voras,
Susie Cushler, Marilyn Moxon, Steve Klujka, Michael Campbell, Sara Jablonski, Roberta Farley,
Maria Perez, Fr. Ed Jaskula, CR; Becky Jankowski, Valerie Tracey,
Jeanine Soloy, Jen Valenti, Alice Aubele, Betty Lara, Sheila Tomaszewski, Gaudioso Flores, Jack Bremner, Joan Marie Poole, Craig Smith,
Fr. Tony Bus, CR; Renee Heiden, Sandra Woodring, John Kozlowski, Mike Mimnaugh, Kathleen Davis, Charles Thomas, Patricia Greedan,
Carly Mondane, Tony Russo, Carol McCormick
St. Peregrine
Pray for Us
Please Pray for Our Friends and Family Battling Cancer
Captain Joe Chambers, 1st Lt Rachel Schlitter, Lance Corporal Donte Reed, Airman Robert Rouille,
PVT Michaelangelo Zaucha Fernandez, ET 1 Kim Bellavia, LT Michael Bellavia,
Corporal Daron J. Reed, SPC Matthew Aubele, PFC SGT Eric Kuchta, Staff SGT Kyle Gulley, PFC Sebastian Elapumkal, SPC Trent Johnson,
Master at Arms Tristan Bush, SPC Samantha Rapp, PVT Jake Higley, Captain Mark F. Luneburg, PFC Michael Jacobson, EMF-K Karl Gieseke, NSM Larry J. Threadgill, Major Noel Sioson,
Master at Arms 1st Class Randall Jacob Hopkins, VT Claire Gieseke, Major Brady Sexton,
Major Kenneth Schlorf, Sergeant Donald J. May, Staff SGT Ryan Gulley, Captain David G. Mack,
MFN Jesse Kolek
Continue to Pray for Our Friends and Family who are in Active Duty in the
Military.
The Military bulletin board in the Breezeway has been updated. Drop pictures of loved ones who are on active duty to be included on the bulletin board in the Parish
Office.
Journey to J.O.Y.
Grief Support for recent or not so recent losses. Meetings are generally the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings, and will resume when it is safe to do so. Please email Shawn Denning at [email protected] Or call 630.985.2351 x 130 to join us. We wish you blessings on your journey.
Three great grief websites:
https://www.garyroe.com/
https://grief.com/
https://griefjourney.com/
You are always welcome to join our Friday meetings.
Shawn Denning Please Pray for the Sick of the Parish
Rodolfo Claparols, Cindy Grubba, Kevin Geiger, Sue Bradley, Valentino Alan Llereza, Walter Shiffer,
Linda Malysa
In the interest of keeping our Prayer List up-to-date, names will be placed on the list for four weeks. To continue on the list, please notify Rita by calling her at 630.985.2351, ext.122. Thank you!
Prayer List Policy
Arrangements for a Funeral Mass are made through the Funeral Home you
choose. The Funeral Home will contact the Parish Administration Center to
schedule the Mass.
We Pray for Our Deceased and Their Families
Divina Francisco Mother of Jennifer (James) Bajzek &
Melissa (Andrew) Wilkinson Cherished lola of Naomi Wilkinson
Congratulations on the birth of your child and thank you for taking the first step with your child on a life-long journey of faith. In preparation for this very joyous celebration you are invited to attend a Baptismal Preparation Class. Please call the Parish
Office at 630.985.2351, ext. 122, for more information and to sign up for the class. Baptisms can only be scheduled after completion of the baptismal class.
The Sacrament of Baptism
PATRIOTISM
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, And your government when it deserves it.
- Mark Twain
Stewardship of Prayer
I will not leave you orphans, but will come to you….
John 14:15-21
Spiritual Communion
In this me of uncertainty, when we are unable to leave our homes to a end Mass, we are encouraged to make and act of “spiritual communion,” where we unite ourselves to God through prayer. It is a beau ful way to express to God our desire to be united with him when we are unable to complete that union in the recep on of Holy Communion.
Countless saints incorporated this type of prayer into their daily lives, not being sa sfied with receiving Jesus in the Eucharist once a week or even once a day. Making an act of spiritual communion for them was an essen al part of life and drew them closer to God on a daily basis.
St. Josemaria Escriva encouraged everyone to make a spiritual communion as o en as they could, “What a source of grace there is in spiritual communion! Prac ce it frequently and you’ll have greater presence of God and closer union with him in all your ac ons.”
Padre Pio also had a habit of making a spiritual communion throughout the day outside of the celebra on of Mass. He desired to be always united with Jesus Christ in everything he did.
Below is a tradi onal prayer of spiritual communion that many saints have prayer over the years. It can be prayed if you find yourself at Mass unable to receive the Eucharist, or even in the midst of your daily work, li ing up your thoughts to God.
The ul mate goal of our lives should be communion with God and an act of spiritual communion can help a person draw closer to that goal.
My Jesus,
I believe that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated from You.
Amen
On-line Masses available:
Heart of the Nation TV Masses on Sunday WJYS Channel 62 at 10 am
WCUU Channel 62.2 at 6:30 am WMEU channel 48.1 at 6:30 am
Daily Mass with Bishop Pates https://www.youtube.com/c/DioceseofJolietIL
Sunday Mass at Mercy Home https://www.mercyhome.org/sunday-mass/
Weekday and Sunday Masses https://www.facebook.com/pg/StMaryImmaculate/videos/
Masses from Rome http://www.catholictv.org/shows/papal-programming
There are other sights available as well. Just google “view Mass on-line”, or a more complete list of options can be found on the parish web site or facebook page.
WEBSITES TO HELP FAMILIES & THE DOMESTIC (HOME) CHURCH DURING THIS
TIME OF UNCERTAINTY . . .
Diocese of Joliet weekly God, Family, Friends Sunday Resource: h p://www.dioceseo oliet.org/reo/content1.php?secid=81\ Topics include Paren ng during COVID‐19, the Domes c Church & more: h ps://teachingcatholickids.com/communica ng‐gods‐love‐and‐mercy‐with‐ministry‐at‐home/ Celebrate 50 Days of Easter: h ps://www.catholicicing.com/50‐days‐of‐easter/ FORMED — There are so many wonderful movies, cartoons, prayers, bible studies, informa on, etc. on our Catholic faith FOR ALL AGES: h ps://stscholas caparish.formed.org
Let Rita know so she can update the information in our parish census program:
“Hannah” confirmed she is considering abortion with her husband supporting her decision. She was struggling with the idea of ending this pregnancy and so had not told anyone about it other than her husband. During the ultrasound Hannah did not show much expression other than her slightly teary eyes that gave away her inner turmoil.
Hannah did agree to return for a repeat ultrasound, agreeing it would be good to confirm continued viability. During the repeat ultrasound appointment, the baby was very active and she heard the heartbeat. Hannah said her expected due date is only one day off from her Grandma’s birthday and that would make her Grandma happy. This was our first indication that Hannah and her husband are starting to adjust to the idea of having a new baby in their family.
Directly following her appointment, Hannah met with our Aspire Resource department for an assessment so they could help her address her financial hardships. The Resource Specialist is happy to report that Hannah is feeling positive about her pregnancy at this time. She plans to tell her children this weekend as she will have completed her first trimester. Hannah’s relationship with Aspire will continue as she moves forward with OB care for her pregnancy. Waterleaf provided her much needed support and information at a very vulnerable time.
Important Phone Numbers Confidential Emergency Financial Assistance
630.985.2351x3 West Suburban Community Pantry (food assistance)
630.512.9921 For Sick, Homebound and Hospital Visits
630.985.2351x122 Birthright (Crisis Pregnancy) ……………630.355.9888 Catholic Charities (Crisis Pregnancy) …...630.495.9850 Domestic Violence Hotline ………………630.469.5650 St. Vincent DePaul Pick-up……………….630.231.4658 Hope’s Front Door………………. ............. 630.322.9803 F.I.S.H. Food Pantry & Clothes Closet……. 630.964.7776
Social Concerns & Service Programs
Adopt-A-Family Update
Due to the cancellation of all parish activities and events, our Adopt-A-Family fundraising efforts had to be suspended. We will resume our fundraising when possible.
We will have our drawing for the winners of the Amazon gift cards when we can resume our activities.
We appreciate your generous support.
If you have questions, please call Liz Haeflinger at 630-910-9020 or email to [email protected]
During this me when Liturgies and Parish ac vi es are suspended, our bills are not. How will St. Scholas ca Parish make ends meet if we have to go for weeks, or
even months, without taking up a collec on? There are bills to be paid — light, gas, heat — plus payrolls to be met and insurance bills to be paid. We have been just
squeaking by, and looked forward to generous dona ons during Easter. Those cash dona ons did not come as expected this year. Your con nued financial
stewardship and support are crucial.
We are thankful for those who have con nued to mail in or drop off your offertory envelopes at the Parish
Office, as well as those who have signed up for On Line Giving. If you are able, you can sign up for On Line
Giving by visi ng [email protected]
Thank you for your faithful support.
But Your Support to Our Ministries Is Still Needed!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9m1pM7kM0w
TO OUR AWESOME CATECHISTS WHO
SHARED THEIR FAITH & LOVE OF JESUS WITH THE
CHILDREN/YOUTH OF OUR PARISH.
WE WILL SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN SOON!
2020‐2021 RE registra on
forms will be available
the first weekend we can gather
for Mass.
If you would like more informa on about any or all of the ac vi es of the S.T.O.R.M. Youth Group, please
contact Jennifer at 630.985.2351x138 or e‐mail her at youthministy@stscholas caparish.org.
GO MAD (Go Out & Make A Difference) for current 6th, 7th & 8th Graders
GO MAD, our short term local Mission Trip Experience for Middle School students, is coming on July 6‐7 to St. Scholas ca. During GO MAD we will do some projects around the church and we will go out into the community for others, including Feed My Starving Children and a nursing home. We will eat and sleep in the Parish Center. We will also have fun morning and evening programs provided for you by the High School Mission Team. Permission Forms can be found on the parish web site:
www.stscholas caparish.org
We are s ll looking for adults and young adults to help with the planning and organiza on of this event. Please contact Jennifer for more informa on or if you can help!
Last Chance For Steubenville Youth Conference Hey current 8–12 graders! Join St. St. Scholas ca Youth
Ministry this summer for Steubenville/Springfield, Missouri Mid‐America—July 10‐12, 2020
A Steubenville Conference weekend is PACKED with dynamic speakers, worship music, Mass, Adora on and MORE! Come encounter Christ with over 4000 teens from 10 states as we
worship together and grow in our Catholic faith! The speakers for our conference are amazing: Jackie Francois Angel, Paul J. Kim, Chika Anyanwu, hosted by Bob Rice,
Music by Josh Blakesley, and our priest is Fr. John Burns. Cost to you is $150 and includes transporta on, meals and admission. (The actual cost is $250 and St. Scholas ca will be subsidizing and fundraising to make up the difference.) We have gone the last three years and it is very powerful!
www.dioceseofjoliet.org/yam
DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS,
FIRST COMMUNION EVENTS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED!
First Communion Retreat (May 30) and
First Communion Masses (June 6) have been postponed!
There is no guarantee that the ‘stay at home’ rule will be lifted at the end of May and do not want to
cancel at the last minute.
We will re-schedule First Communion events as soon as we are certain we can have large
gatherings and Mass at St. Scholastica parish.
Please continue to watch virtual Mass with your children. Your example is a wonderful way
for them to embrace the Mass and look forward to receiving the Most Holy Body and Blood of Jesus.
Questions? Please contact Beth Cartner at
630-985-9255 x117 or [email protected]
Mass Intentions & Readings The Ministry Schedule can be downloaded from the web site at www.rotundasoftware.com/ministry/stscholasticaparish
All meetings for the month of May have been cancelled in keeping with the recommendations for social
distancing from the CDC in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
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PLEASE NOTE UPCOMING BULLETIN DEADLINES
Monday, May 18, Easter Weekday Saint John I, Pope and Martyr
Acts 16:11-15; Jn 15:26-16:4a NO PUBLIC MASS WILL BE CELEBRATED
8:30 a.m.—† Deacon George Soloy—Glas Family Tuesday, May 19, Easter Weekday
Acts 16:22-34; Jn 16:5-11 NO PUBLIC MASS WILL BE CELEBRATED
6:30 a.m.—No Intentions Wednesday, May 20, Easter Weekday
Saint Bernardine of Siena, Priest Acts 17:15, 22-18:1; Jn 16:12-15
NO PUBLIC MASS WILL BE CELEBRATED 8:30 a.m.—† Irene Colon—Mary & Jerry Buch
† Linda Novak—Sarah Novak † Eileen Downes—Gerry Russell † Jadwiga Korolewiez—Reynoso Family † Mary & Walter Keller—Macal Family
Thursday, May 21, Easter Weekday Saint Christopher Magallanes, Priest, and Companions,
Martyrs Acts 18:1-8; Jn 16:16-20
NO MORNING MASS Friday, May 22, Easter Weekday
Saint Rita of Cascia, Religious Acts 18:9-18; Jn 16:20-23
NO PUBLIC MASS WILL BE CELEBRATED 8:30 a.m.—† Richard A. Raszeja—St. Scholastica School
Students Saturday, May 23, Easter Weekday
Acts 18:23-28; Jn 16:23b-28 Vigil: The Ascension of the Lord
Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 NO PUBLIC MASS WILL BE CELEBRATED
4:30 p.m.—† Mr. & Mrs. F. Korn—Family Sunday, May 24, The Ascension of the Lord
Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 NO PUBLIC MASSES WILL BE CELEBRATED
8:00 a.m.—† Constance Grubba—Welcoming Committee 10:00 a.m.—† Tony Zocchi—St. Scholastica Adult Choir 12:00 p.m.—The Parish Family of St. Scholastica
LIGHT OF BELIEF
Every believer in this world must become a spark of light.
- Pope Saint John XXIII
Although all weekday and weekend Masses have been cancelled for the foreseeable future, Mass intentions
will be fulfilled by Fr. Mark and Fr. Norbert as they celebrate Mass privately.
PRAYER TO OUR LADY, HEALTH OF THE SICK DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
O Mary, You shine continuously on our journey as a sign of
salvation and hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, united with Jesus’ pain, keeping your faith firm. You, Salvation of the Roman people, know what we need, and we trust that you will provide for those needs so
that, as at Cana of Galilee, joy and celebration may return after this moment of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the will of the Father and to do what Jesus tells us. He who took our suffering upon Himself, and burdened Himself with our sorrows to bring us,
through the Cross, to the joy of Resurrection. Amen. We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God. Do not despise our pleas—we who are put to the test
—and deliver us from every danger. O glorious and blessed Virgin.
—Pope Francis, March 11, 2020 © Libreria Editrice Vaticana
