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Page 1: VISITATION CATHOLIC CHURCH ELMHURST, IL · 6/6/2018  · ways when we meet someone 8THIS WEEK’S FOCUS: SERVANT SIGNS As Zechariah’s neighbors used signs to communicate with him,

VISITATION VISITATION VISITATION CATHOLIC CHURCHCATHOLIC CHURCHCATHOLIC CHURCH ELMHURST, ILELMHURST, ILELMHURST, IL

JUNE 24, 2018JUNE 24, 2018JUNE 24, 2018

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The Knights of Columbus and Visitation CCW invite you to stop by our parish Hospitality Room this Sunday for pancake-wrapped breakfast

sausage to go! Proceeds will benefit CareNet Pregnancy Services of DuPage. CareNet's mission is to prevent unplanned pregnancies and to counsel women to embrace an alternative to abortion: married parenting, adoption, co-parenting, single parenting, or short-term foster care. One way they do that is by using an ultrasound machine to show clients the life growing within them.

DATE DAY CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS LOCATION TIME

25 June MON Prayer for Priests Church 7:00 PM

25 June MON CRHP Parish Center 7:00 PM

27 June WED Craft Ladies Parish Center 9:00 AM

27 June WED MANNA Parish Center 7:30 PM

28 June THUR Prayer for Priests Church 8:45 AM

29 June FRI MANNA Parish Center 2:30 PM

SUN JULY 1 PRO-LIFE PANCAKE BREAKFAST AFTER ALL MASSES PARISH CENTER

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NEXT SUNDAY, JULY 1 AFTER ALL MASSES

HOSPITALITY ROOM

Suggested donation: $5/person for two pancakes w/sausage link

www.care-net.org

This is the next of a total of 12 monthly breakfasts! Our goal is to raise $20,000 to purchase a new ultrasound machine for CareNet!

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NEWS FROM THE P.I.T.

PRIEST IN TRAINING By Father Michael Kearney

We recognize three important birthdays in our Church Liturgical Calendar: Jesus (Dec. 25);

Mary (Sept. 8); John the Baptist (June 24). These birthdays point to a reality that

we so easily forget: that God has a plan for each and everyone of our lives.

A s God had a purpose for John the Baptist to point to Christ, our Blessed Mother was being prepared to be a vessel to carry Christ in her womb and be His mother, and of course we know that Christ’s purpose and plan was to reveal the love of the Heavenly Father by laying down His life for us. Well, we need to acknowledge the truth behind our own birthday celebrations!

God has a plan and purpose for our life! G od has placed us in this time and in this moment in history for a reason! Each day God is calling us to His plan! How quickly we can forget this fact?! We can get caught up with our own distractions, our own plans! We quickly forget the example of Jesus Christ’s life, along with Mary, when they gave their fiat (“Not my will, but Your will be done.”) to their heavenly Father.

In celebration of St. John the Baptist’s birthday, let us once again be reminded of God’s plan for us! I f we can recall the fact of God’s purpose and plan for our lives, we then have the ability to respond to it with our own fiat:

“Let it be done according your word.”

E-GIVING IS AVAILABLE Have you considered signing up for E-Giving instead of writing checks for your weekly offering? If you are interested in registering for E-Giving, visit http://giving.ncsservices.org/visitationegiving to see how easy and convenient it is and sign up today or contact the parish office for assistance.

Thank you for your support.

Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 6:30 AM

8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12 NOON

6:00 PM TOTAL COLLECTION

PREVIOUS WEEK E-GIVE WEEKLY TOTAL

SUNDAY WEEKLY BUDGET SUNDAY — YTD BUDGET

SUNDAY—YTD TOTAL

INFIRM/RETIRED PRIESTS

$ 5,290.50 $ 2,138.00 $ 3,178.00 $ 6,564.75 $ 2,912.00 $ 1,260.00 $ 21,343.25 $ 6,811.00 $ 28,154.25

$ 29,774.50 $1,518,530.00 $1,593,971.53

$ 9,724.92

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP June 17, 2018

Goal: $136,900.00 Amount Pledged: $147,379.00 Amount Paid: $131,878.00 Donor Count: 354

Thank you to all who have responded to the Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal. We are most grateful for your generosity and will keep you in our prayers.

2018 Catholic Ministries

ANNUAL APPEAL

Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist June 24, 2018—Page Three

$3,947.50! A heartfelt “THANK YOU” for your participation in the 2018 Waterleaf Baby Bottle for Life Fundraising Campaign. As of June 12, 2018, Visitation parishioners raised $3,947.50! Your support ensures that we can provide the material and emotional support necessary for men and women to choose life for their babies. Sometimes, just the simple fact that our doors are open and a client can visit us rather than an abortion provider, can be the difference between life and death. We greatly appreciate your support, and ask that you keep Waterleaf in your prayers.

For more information about Waterleaf programs and services, please call

630-701-6270 or visit their website: www.waterleafwc.org

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Visitation Catholic Church Page Four—June 24, 2018

Monday, June 25 2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18 Mt 7:1-5

Tuesday, June 26 2 Kgs 19:9b-11,

14-21, 31-35a, 36 Mt 7:6, 12-14

Wednesday, June 27 2 Kgs 22:8-13; 23:1-3

Mt 7:15-20

Thursday, June 28 2 Kgs 24:8-17

Mt 7:21-29

Friday, June 29 Acts 12:1-11 Mt 16:13-19

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

LIVING the

WORD

LIVING the

WORD

8THIS WEEK’S FOCUS: SERVANT SIGNS

As Zechariah’s neighbors used signs to communicate with him, we often communicate our faith to others most effectively by the sign of our daily lives. FIRST READING I will make you a light to the nations (Isaiah 49:1-6). This reading is one of the songs of the Suffering Servant. It was not clear who that servant was intended to be, but Jesus applied these prophecies to himself. Here they are applied to John the Baptist, for as a predecessor of Jesus, he mirrored many of the qualities of Jesus. The servant was chosen before his birth (remember the story of the Annunciation made to Zechariah in the temple). He brings Israel back to the Lord (a good description of John’s ministry) and would extend beyond Israel. SECOND READING John heralded his coming by proclaiming a baptism of repentance (Acts 13:22-26). John the Baptist, the last of the prophets, proclaimed a baptism of repentance. The difference between John’s baptism and Christian Baptism is that his was one of repentance, while Christian Baptism is one of repentance and reception of the Holy Spirit that makes us children of God. Even John the Baptist gave witness that he was not the Messiah. He spoke of Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, while he gave witness that he was not even worthy to untie his sandals.

GOSPEL John is his name (Luke 1:57-66, 80). This Gospel tells of the birth of John the Baptist. The family intends to name the baby after his father, Zechariah. Elizabeth, on the other hand, insists that the child be name John (“Yohanan” in Hebrew), the name revealed by the angel Gabriel. This name means that Yahweh is merciful, and John’s entire ministry will proclaim this truth. He expresses that mercy by calling Israel back to her Lord. REFLECTION It might seem strange to some that Elizabeth’s neighbors and relatives made signs to ask Zechariah the name of their son. He was mute, not deaf. However, don’t we tend to act in strange ways when we meet someone who is different from us or when we encounter something that we do not expect? We talk louder in our own tongue to someone who speaks a different language. We stumble for words when tragedy strikes. We become tongue-tied when we meet someone famous. Flustered, we tend to lose ourselves. We can even misunderstand the situation before us. Elizabeth and Zechariah’s confidence offers another model for response. They simply speak their truth, ask for what they need, and affirm one another. Their union with God and willingness to do what God asked freed Zechariah’s tongue. This tells their family and friends that God’s hand was involved in naming their son John. Most of us are not prophets like John and Isaiah. Called from our mother’s wombs, we are formed to be servants of God, to announce the Gospel of the Lord. Our lives herald Jesus Christ when we imprint the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ, in our words, actions, and attitudes. Meeting us, people meet Jesus. Seeing us, they see Jesus. Encountering us, they encounter Jesus the Christ. By living Jesus, we prepare and point the way to the Lord, like John. Open your ears to hear God’s will. Open your mouths and let God free your tongue to proclaim the Gospel. Allow the hand of God to calm your fears and give you the confidence and trust that Zechariah and Elizabeth exhibited. Then praise God that you have been wonderfully made to imprint the Gospel of your life. Zechariah immediately praises God for his faithfulness to his promises in the hymn called the Benedictus, which begins with the words, “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he has come to his people and set them free.”

June 24, 2018

Scripture Reflections for

NATIVITY OF JOHN THE BAPTIST

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Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist

MONDAY, JUNE 25 V 6:15 AM V Art Divino V 8:15 AM V Virginia Walden TUESDAY, JUNE 26 V 6:15 AM V Art Divino V 8:15 AM V Harry Kautz V Emil Gregory WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27 V 6:15 AM V Robert Hillary V 8:15 AM V Gene Los V Jessica Leen V Shelba Cook THURSDAY, JUNE 28 V 6:15 AM V Magno Orobia V 8:15 AM V Timothy Conway FRIDAY, JUNE 29 V 6:15 AM V Dorothy Visk V 8:15 AM V Boris and McGoorty Families V Barbara Urbik V Intentions of Sobha Jiby SATURDAY, JUNE 30 V 8:15 AM V Intentions of Irene Toras V 5:00 PM V Leon Tobinski SUNDAY, JULY 1 V THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME V 6:30 AM V Mary Evelyn Bush V 8:00 AM V Anita DiNello V Gregory Gaumond V 10:00 AM V People of the Parish V T.J. Ervin V Bill Ward V Nora Mory V 12 NOON V Metod Zerdin V 6:00 PM V Frank J. Iozzo V

MASS INTENTIONS PRAYERS FOR OUR FAMILY

For the Deceased

William Donovan "Eternal rest, grant unto him, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.”

For the Sick Please pray for all the sick and their families:

Marynell Greer Colleen Buhrfiend John Kotowski Linda Kotowski Mark Montalbano Daniel Gregory

June 24, 2018—Page Five

Due to privacy issues we only honor prayer list requests by you or a family member. Names remain on list for two weeks. Please call the office to add a name or to have the name continued for two additional weeks.

FLAMES OF FAITH INTENTIONS Candles will burn perpetually this week before the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel of Our Lady, Mother of the Eucharist, for the following intentions: — In memory of Dr. Sal Nigro — Intentions of Isabelle Rodriguez — Raphael Chacon

Vigil candles burn for requested intentions before our church statues of Our Lady and St. Joseph, To have a candle lit, please call the Parish Office at 630-834-6700. For vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life.

CHURCH VIGIL CANDLE INTENTIONS

OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED

The Sacrament of Baptism was celebrated on

Sunday, June 17, 2018

VIVIEN ELIZABETH Daughter of Nikolin and

Anno (Katana) Doka

EDISON EMMETT Son of Nicholas and

Kelsey (Onkka) Kaiser

JOHN ALEXANDER Son of Christopher and

Svitlana (Kalashnikova) Valente

EMILIA JEAN Daughter of Michael and

Samantha (Boland) Marchese

MAEVE KATHERINE Daughter of Brian and

Kathleen (Laird) Mackinnon

To take the gifts up at Mass, please see an Usher.

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2018 C.R.E.W. Team – Catholics Ready Eager Willing

53 Visitation Junior High parishioners went out into the community on June 6 and June 7 to make a difference in the lives of others!

O n the evening of Wednesday, June 6, our young volunteers traveled to Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) and helped pack a total of 30,888 meals — enough to feed 84 families for a year! Additionally, the team donated $401.94 to the FMSC cause. On Thursday, June 7, groups went to multiple service sites in the community which included: Ray Graham Association (where people with disabilities are empowered to reach, grow and achieve); The Salvation Army; Lexington Senior Residence; Ronald McDonald House; and several others.

“I felt good that I was helping people. I saw Jesus in their smiles because they were happy even though they’re going through tough times.”— Richard

“This event changed my thought on when I think I’m having a bad day, I will stop and think of what they’re going through and be thankful for what God has given me.” — Tyler

I would like to thank Jill Hennessy from Clovers Flower Garden for her support of C.R.E.W. and the donation of herbs for our volunteer work at Ray Graham Association. Thank you to the C.R.E.W. Committee for all of your help. Mostly, thank you to all of our students and parents who gave of their time to participate in this wonderful event! Have a wonderful summer!

Sheila Knopf, Visitation R.E. Middle School Coordinator

2018 CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC HEALING MASS

All are welcome to the 2018 Diocese of Joliet Catholic Charismatic Healing Mass on Friday, June 29, at St. Margaret Mary Church, 1450 Green Trails Dr., Naperville. Father Paul Hottinger, Presider,

and Deacon Dan Danahey, Assisting. Sacrament of Reconciliation, 6:30 pm. Mass at 7:30 pm.

PPPlllease pray with us!ease pray with us!ease pray with us!

On Monday evenings at 7:00 pm and on Thursdays after 8:15 am Mass, we pray for our ordained. Please take some time to pray with us and bring a rosary.

God bless you, Deacon Jim Eaker 630-530-7596

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Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist June 24, 2018—Page Seven

United States Air Force —MSGT Kevin James (Ramstein AFB, Germany)

AMN Natalee Arbino (Wright Paterson, OH) AMN E2 Jacob Neimanan (Ft. Sam Houston, TX)

AMN Eric E. James (DYESS AFB, Abilene, TX))

SSGT Christopher Lenz (Tinker AFB, OK) United States Army — CPT Joseph Doyle (ID) MAJ Patrick Leen (IL) 1LT Timothy Drahokoupil (Ft. Campbell, KY) LT Joseph D. Frost (Fort Knox, KY) 2 LT Thomas J. Diwisch (Fort Bragg, NC)

PVT Stephen Taylor (Ft. Jackson, SC) United States Coast Guard — CPO Patrick Kirby (TX) United States Marine Corps — PVT Nicholas Acevedo (CA) 2 LT Kurt P. James (Darwin, Australia) SGT David Byrne (Cherry Point, NC) CPL Conor Croci (MCAS Miramar, CA) PFC Eric E. Gibas (Camp Pendleton, CA) United States Navy — LCDR Robert Aranha (United States)

To add a name to this list, please call 630-834-6700.

We remember in prayer our military as they serve in our Armed Forces and and pray for God’s protection.

ARMED FORCES PRAYER LISTARMED FORCES PRAYER LISTARMED FORCES PRAYER LIST

IF YOU LOVE HIM,IF YOU LOVE HIM,IF YOU LOVE HIM, GO SEE HIMGO SEE HIMGO SEE HIM

Jesus truly is with us.Jesus truly is with us.Jesus truly is with us. “Jesus is there!”“Jesus is there!”“Jesus is there!”...

T he Holy Cure of Ars could not finish repeating these three words without shedding tears. And St. Peter Julian Eymard exclaimed with joyful fervor, “There Jesus is!” Therefore all of us should go visit Him! And when St. Teresa of Jesus heard someone say, “If only I had lived at the time of Jesus…. If only I had seen Jesus…. If only I had talked with Jesus….,” she responded in a lively manner, “But do we not have in the Eucharist the living, true and real Jesus present before us? Why look for more?” St. Alphonsus Maria de’ Ligouri comments with customary graciousness: “The sovereigns of the earth do not always grant audience readily; on the contrary, the King of Heaven, hidden under the Eucharistic veils, is ready to receive anyone….” The saints certainly did not look for more. They knew where Jesus was, and they desired no more than the privilege of keeping inseparable watch with Him, both in their affections, and by bodily presence. Being ever with our beloved—is this not one of the primary demands of true love? Indeed it is, and, therefore, we know that visits to the Blessed Sacrament were the secret — yet evident — yearnings of the saints. The time of paying a visit to Jesus is wholly the time of love — a love which will continue in Paradise, since love alone “does not come to an end” (1 Cor. 13:8). St. Catherine of Genoa made no blunder when she said: “The time I have spent before the Blessed Sacrament is the best spent time of my life.” (from Jesus Our Eucharistic Love). Our Chapel is open 24 hours a day, seven

days a week. To become a Registered Adorer contact Joan at 630-530-8963

or Mary at 640-941-9173.

ST. ISAAC JOGUES-HINSDALE POSITION DEVELOPMENT/STEWARDSHIP DIRECTOR Under leadership of the Pastor, the Director of Development and Stewardship provides leadership, strategic direction and coordination for all St. Isaac Jogues Parish stewardship/fundraising efforts/initiatives. Working closely with the Pastor, Principal, Rectory Staff, and Parish volunteers. Minimum of five years of progressive development experience overseeing successful fundraising programs, three-more years in stewardship education a plus; experience of setting and administering departmental and campaign budgets within a parish and school (preferably the Catholic Church), track record of integrity in fundraising/building successful development operations. Must be a practicing Roman Catholic who upholds the teachings/traditions of the Catholic Church and possess a sound working knowledge of the Catholic faith and Church hierarchy (especially in stewardship and charitable giving). BA degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Non- Profit Administration or related field; advance degree in Pastoral Ministry, Philanthropy, or related field preferred. Excellent written/verbal/public speaking skills, interest in communicating directly with donors along with a highly developed organization, strategic planning and administrative skills. Applicants meeting the necessary qualification email, resume, cover letter to resumes e-mailed to [email protected]. To view a full job description please visit: http://dioceseofjoliet.org/hr/.

SURVIVING SPOUSES When widowed, a person is in shock and feels alone and left out. St. Alexander Parish invites you to attend a “Surviving Spouses” gathering on July 8, with lunch at Santino’s Restaurant, 667 W. Roosevelt Rd., Lombard. For information/reservations call Carol Nash, 630-834-8152.

HOPE FLOATS: A CRUISE FOR CHARITY Join Catholic Charities’ Board of Young Professionals for a cruise along the Fox River on Saturday, Aug. 18, from 6:30–9:00 pm. The boat leaves from 2 North Avenue in St. Charles. Cost: $65 ticket for an enchanting evening that includes gourmet food, beer, and wine. Tickets avail-able at catholiccharitiesjoliet.org or 815-724-1140. This event will directly benefit the mission of Catholic Charities to serve the neediest in our community. Questions, con-tact Julie at [email protected]. For more information about Catholic Charities, visit catholiccharitiesjoliet.org.

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Adoration Chapel Mary Lewis 630-941-9173 Joan Taylor 630-530-8963 Altar Servers Rev. Michael Kearney 630-834-6700 Casserole Ministry Kathy Best............... 630-832-7673 Council of Catholic Women Mary Beth Lucas ..... 630-408-8714 Email: [email protected] CRHP Kathy Fowler........... 314-378-6331 Crypt of the Saints Richard Montalbano 708-774-1946 Elizabeth Ministry Clarita Iozzo ............ 630-941-3929 Fathers’ Club Craig Heiss .............. [email protected]

Finance Committee Chairperson Rob Bennett............ 630-957-7380 Email: [email protected] Knights of Columbus Kevin O’Reilly .......... 630-442-4546 Don Lamonica 847-414-0585 John Kwit 630-886-6178 Ladies Bowling Sharon Bresnahan... 630-530-1053 Ladies and Couples Bridge Peg Majewski.......... 630-941-9170 Ladies Golf League Lynn DeFilippis........ 630-834-5290 MANNA Tuition Assistance David James ............ 630-834-0967 Men’s Bowling Sev Delabar....... 630-833-7766 Men’s Small Groups Jim Herrmann ... 630-941-7854

PADS Kathy Sacksteder Email: [email protected] Parish Pastoral Council Anne Montgomery Prayer Group — Blue Army Mary Parpan ..... 630-941-7910 Prayer Quilt Ministry Karen Verner..... 630-834-6700 RCIA ...................... 630-834-6700 Rosary Maker Ministry Lorene Bryan…. 815-671-1970 School Board President Lea Smirniotis 773-562-0575 Email: [email protected] Scouting Melanie Schneider 630-209-0064 Dave Stevenson Social Service Outreach Deacon Tony Spatafore 630-834-6700 Email: [email protected] SPRED Melanie Schneider 630-209-0064 Ushers George Klein Email: [email protected] Valentino Activity Center Linda Roberts.... 630-941-7785 “Vis” Seniors Mary Ann Kramer 630-617-2550 Vocation Committee Pam Gaudio ...... 630-833-8812 Joan Taylor 630-530-8963 Women’s Volleyball Tracy Nelson Email: [email protected] BULLETIN DEADLINE Thursday at 12 NOON 630-834-6700 Suzanne Noonan Email: [email protected]

PARISH DIRECTORY

Shrine of Christ’s Passion One Day Bus Trip Tour

Immaculate Conception Church in Elmhurst is hosting a bus trip on Tuesday, June 26, to experience the nationally renowned Shrine of Christ’s Passion in St. John, IN. The coach bus will leave IC Church at 9:00 am, returning by 3:00 pm. To register please RSVP to Pam Stefik, 630-530-3497, to reserve your spot (limit of 40 spots). The cost is $25 per person, payable at time of reservation (charge defrays cost of transportation). Limited club cars are avail-able for those who are unable to walk the path. You are encouraged to bring a sack lunch, which may be enjoyed on the grounds. The group will visit the Shrine’s phenome-nal gift shop upon completion of the tour. The Shrine of Christ’s Passion is a multi-media interactive, half-mile winding Prayer Trail that depicts the last days of Jesus Christ’s life. Forty life-size bronze sculptures in a tranquil setting, complete with beautiful music and amazingly sculptured gardens that allow visitors to experience the story of the Crucifixion and Resurrection as never before! Learn more at: www.shrineofchristspassion.org.

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779 S. York Street Elmhurst, IL 60126 www.visitationparish.org Daily Mass: Monday-Friday, 6:15 am, 8:15 am Saturday Reconciliation: 4:00-4:45 pm Saturday Mass Hours: 8:15 am, 5:00 pm Sunday Mass Hours: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12 NOON, 6:00 pm

VISITATION PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Visitation Parish, a Roman Catholic Community in the Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois, seeks to draw all to Jesus Christ, revelation of the Father and font of the Holy Spirit, by celebrating the Sacraments, educating people of all ages in the Truths of the Catholic Faith, and reaching out to those who are physically, emotionally, or spiritually in need.

Welcome to Visitation Catholic Church

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Greg Skowron, Pastor, 815-791-6073 [email protected] Rev. Michael Kearney, Parochial Vicar, 630-834-6700 [email protected] Deacon Anthony Spatafore, Pastoral Associate, 630-834-6700 [email protected] Deacon Jay Janousek, 630-834-2863 Deacon James Eaker, 630-530-7596 Deacon Mike Iozzo, 630-567-4700, [email protected] Deacon Michael O’Ryan, 630-530-2954 [email protected] Marek Latocha, Business Manager, 630-834-6700, x202 [email protected]

PARISH FAITH FORMATION/RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Matthew Pozen, 630-279-7058, x502

YOUTH MINISTRY Thomas Logue, Youth Minister, 630-917-5108 [email protected]

MUSIC Barbara Masters, Parish Music Director, 630-834-8190 [email protected]

OFFICE STAFF Suzanne Noonan, Secretary, 630-834-6700 Teodora Kulikowska, Admin. Asst. 630-834-6700, x206

VISTATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Website: www.visitationelmhurst.org Phone: 630-834-4931/Fax: 630-834-4936 Dr. Christopher Dransoff, School Principal [email protected] Katie McVey, School Assistant Principal [email protected]

PARISH AND PASTORAL STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION

DAILY 8:15 AM MASS ALTAR SERVER ASSIGNMENT (JUNE 25-JUNE 30)

MONDAY Patrick Wisniewski Matthew Nelson

TUESDAY Benjamin Were

Jacob Wede

WEDNESDAY Nick Mayfield Ryan Mayfield

THURSDAY Melissa Mueller Rachael Bricker

FRIDAY Joe Pagni

Tommy Doyle

SATURDAY Jack Kavanaugh NOT FILLED [1]

Love and Service to Others

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: [MON-THUR] 8:30 am-4:30 pm; [FRI] 9:00 am-12 Noon Phone: 630-834-6700 Fax: 630-834-6711 Email: [email protected] Parish Website: WWW.VISITATIONPARISH.ORG Deanery Website: easterndupagedeanery.org

BISHOP OF JOLIET Most Rev. R. Daniel Conlon, J.C.D.

WWW.DIOCESEOFJOLIET.ORG

VISITATION PARISH LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE

6-30/7-1 5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON 6:00 PM LECTORS Sabrina Ruff John Hoffman Kati Potaczek Christopher Radcliff Ryan Kosowski

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

MaryAnn Santucci Cathy Sholtis Dianne C. Carter Colleen Costello Rauen

Paul Morris Pamela Clink Clarita Iozzo Velma DuRocher

Al Potaczek Rosalie Ward Theresa Koenigsberger Joyce Bennett

Karen Stuefen Rufo Lacsamana Elizabeth Fisette Rose Krajewski

Patti Riggs Susan Haibeck NOT FILLED [2]

ALTAR SERVERS

Luke Dolsen Sam Hemmersmeier Luke Hemmersmeier

Brady Lavin Gwen Peterson David Manchester

Molly Lucas Clare Lopatka Jack Beckman

Maggie Berigon Adrian Schafer Robert Brannon

Brendan Carroll Jack Carroll Clara Lawrence

MUSIC S. Kee Megan Drahos

Jim Brown Suzy Salgado

Jim Brown Regina Gibbons

Jim Brown Jack Miuccio Krystyna Miuccio

6:30 AM Bob Kaminski

Monica Hammerschmidt NOT FILLED [3]

Jenny Fromelt NOT FILLED [2]