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Parish Office: 773.486.4300 Parish Fax: 773.252.5346 School Office: 773.486.1334 School Fax: 773.486.1782 www.stjohnberchmans.org 2517 Logan Boulevard Chicago, IL 60647 February 15, 2015 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Masses: Monday-Thursday: 7:00 a.m. Friday: 8:30 a.m. Saturday (Vigil): 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:15 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m. (Spanish), & 6:30 p.m. Reconciliation (Confession): Saturday: 4:00 p.m. Weekdays: by Appointment A S H W E D NESDA Y ~ F EB RUA RY 18, 20 15

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Parish Office: 773.486.4300

Parish Fax: 773.252.5346

School Office: 773.486.1334

School Fax: 773.486.1782

www.stjohnberchmans.org

2517 Logan Boulevard Chicago, IL 60647

February 15, 2015Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Masses: Monday-Thursday: 7:00 a.m.

Friday: 8:30 a.m.Saturday (Vigil): 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 8:15 a.m., 9:45 a.m.,11:30 a.m. (Spanish), & 6:30 p.m.

Reconciliation (Confession):Saturday: 4:00 p.m.

Weekdays: by Appointment

Ash W

ednesdAy ~ FebruAry 18, 2015

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Our Mission:Rooted in Christ, touched by His love and mercy, the Saint John Berchmans community finds unity in its diversity, proclaims by Word, Sacrament, and service, that the Kingdom of God is at hand, and declares that all are welcome in this place.

Friends,

In just a few short days we will enter the holy season of Lent. Lent calls for fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. In three days we commence the season and hopefully these three spiritual practices. What will you sacrifice this Lent? How will you pray more? And how will you increase your giving and support, not only to this great parish, but also to our city and our world?

In many ways fasting is personal. It is a personal choice each of us makes – to give up something, to do without, to make a sacrifice. But fasting is also universal. When we fast during Lent, we join in spirit with other Catholics around the globe. When we forgo a piece of chocolate or glass of wine, we remember and realize that we are not in this alone. Together we are one universal church. We are doing this together. We are one community in Christ, fasting in preparation for the feast at Easter.

When it comes to praying more during this prayerful season, Saint John Berchmans can surely help. During the season of Lent, we will offer many ways for you to come together and pray together. It all begins this Wednesday. We will celebrate Mass, with the distribution of Ashes, at 7am, 2pm and bilingually at 7pm. We will also hold an 8am prayer service with the distribution of ashes. Join us at one of these celebrations to begin your Lenten journey. Additionally, on each Friday of Lent (except March 6th), we will meet at 7pm to pray the bilingual Stations of the Cross, followed by a time of fellowship and reflection. Come join us as we walk the path that Jesus walked. Come share your Lenten journey with your fellow parishioners. On Friday, March 6th, Jean and the choirs will lead us in a Taizé prayer service. If you’ve never experienced the calm prayerfulness of Taizé join us on this special Friday to sing, to pray and to listen.

Another opportunity for prayer is our Lenten Reconciliation service. This bilingual service will take place on Wednesday, March 18th at 7pm. The Sacrament of Reconciliation can be a beautiful, prayerful moment. The precepts of the Catholic Church require the reception of this Sacrament at least once per year, but only a small percentage of Catholics follow this teaching. Why? I realize that baring your soul takes courage, but this year let us all be courageous. Let us fill this Church.

The final Lenten practice, almsgiving, can come in two different areas – service and financial support. Both are important elements of the Lenten season. On February 20th, following the Stations of the Cross, members of the Saint John Berchmans Peace and Justice/Paz y Justicia Commission will offer a reflection on how we can come together to serve the poor and vulnerable in our city and in our world. These service projects take place at various times throughout the year, and it is our hope that all will find a way and find the time to join us in these efforts. One of the first opportunities is our Lenten toiletry drive. On the weekend of March 14th and 15th, we ask that you bring to Mass small and sample sized toiletries that can be distributed to the homeless. We will sort these items after our March 20th Choral Stations as our Lenten Service Project – all are welcome to join us! This project is an amazing way for the entire community to come together in fellowship, prayer and service.

As to the other side of almsgiving, financial support, this is the follow up weekend of the Annual Catholic Appeal. While the response on commitment weekend and through the mail was outstanding, we are far from our goal of 100% participation. This year, when your gift gives twice, we ask that you prayerfully consider a sacrificial gift to help secure a stable financial future for our parish. It is our duty and our responsibility to support our spiritual home.

Lent will soon be upon us. Let us make the most of these 40 days as we prepare for Holy Week and our celebration of Easter. Lent can and should be a beautiful, prayerful season. The ways in which we can make Lent holy are endless. Whichever way you choose, I leave you with one reminder taken from Saint Paul’s letter to the Corinthians – Whatever you do, do everything for the Glory of God.

As always...thanks,

Jennifer CortezDirector of Stewardship and Liturgy

For the Glory of God

Director of Stewardship and Liturgy

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Parish AnnouncementsParish Announcements

THE YEAR OF THE SACRAMENTSPoPe Francis’ Vision oF Healing and communion (JULY 2014 - JUNE 2015)

ONE WORD AT A TIME...

FREE UP“The priest absolves your sins,” the catechist tells her class of seven-year-olds. They accept it but, of course, don’t understand it. Maybe some of us older folks don’t quite get it either. The meaning behind this uncommon word is actually pretty simple. To absolve is to free up. We could use other words as well, such as to forgive, to unknot, to undo, or to release. The great grace and result of the Sacrament of Penance is that sin no longer has a hold on us. What has trapped us and tied us up is dissipated. We find ourselves freed up. And the freedom we experience is genuine freedom, not just the freedom to do whatever we want but the real freedom to be who we truly are—God’s beloved sons and daughters.

2015 Annual Catholic AppealDebt Reduction Program“Your Gift Gives Twice”

STATIONS OF THE CROSS/SOUP WITH SUBSTANCE

Please join us at 7pm each Friday in Lent (except March 6th) for Bilingual Stations of the Cross followed by Soup with Substance. Soup with Substance is an opportunity to come together for a night of prayer and fellowship and enjoy

a simple meal of soup and bread with our community in the Parish Hall. The “Substance” is the special guest speaker that we have at each of these events who speaks to our community about different topics relating to one common theme: the different ways that we can use this time during Lent to come closer to God.

Our substance on February 20th will be provided by the Peace and Justice/Paz y Justicia Commission of the Parish Pastoral Council. The theme for this first weekend is “Catholic Social Teachings - How We Can Help.” This presentation will be bilingual. All are Welcome!

TAIZÉ PRAYER SERVICE

The atmosphere is one of calm prayerfulness. The lighting is subdued. We begin the service by singing a chant. An essential element of Taizé prayer is an extended period of silence. This allows an opportunity for contemplation and prayer, or simply to open ourselves to hear God’s voice. Join us for song and prayer at our Lenten Taizé service at 7pm on Friday, March 6th.

LENTEN RECONCILIATION SERVICE

Our bilingual reconciliation service will be held on Wednesday, March 18th at 7pm. Lent is the perfect time to examine our consciences and receive the Sacrament of Penance in preparation to celebrate the joy of the Easter season.

“The Sacraments, especially Confession and the Eucharist, are privileged places of encountering Christ.” -Pope Francis

SAINT JOSEPH’S TABLE

The Saint John Berchmans Parish Life Commission will host a Saint Joseph’s Table on Saturday, March 21st. More information about our celebration in honor of Saint Joseph will be available in the coming weeks.

Dear SJB Family,

We are grateful for your generous response to write letters to our brothers and sisters in detention centers on the border. Truly, your prayers and words of welcome and encouragement will make all the difference to these children and families. What may seem like a small act to you is a testament of solidarity and responding to the gospel call. We will continue to count on your prayers for comprehensive immigration policy.

Peace & Justice, Paz y Justicia Commission

Ash WednesdayFebruary 18, 2015

Ash Wednesday: The Beginning of the Lenten Journey

Masses with Ashes: 7am, 2pm and 7pm (Bilingual)Prayer Service with Ashes: 8am (English)

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Nuestra Misión:“Arraigada en Cristo y tocada por Su amor y misericordia, la comunidad de San Juan Berchmans encuentra unidad en su diversidad, proclama por medio de la palabra, Sacramento y servicio, que el Reino de Dios esta cerca y declara que todos son bienvenidos en este lugar.”

Amigos,

En tan sólo unos pocos días entraremos en la sagrada temporada de Cuaresma. La Cuaresma convoca a ayunar, a orar, y dar limosna. En tres días comenzamos la temporada y con esperanza, esas tres prácticas espirituales. ¿Qué sacrificará usted esta Cuaresma? ¿Cómo va a orar más? ¿Y cómo aumentará sus donaciones y apoyo, no sólo a esta gran parroquia, sino también a nuestra ciudad y nuestro mundo?

El ayuno es personal en muchas maneras. Es una opción personal que cada uno de nosotros hace - renunciar a algo, abstenerse de algo, hacer un sacrificio. Pero el ayuno también es universal. Cuando ayunamos durante la Cuaresma, nos unimos en espíritu con otros católicos de todo el mundo. Cuando nos privamos de un trozo de chocolate o una copa de vino, recordamos y nos damos cuenta de que no estamos solos en esto. Juntos somos una iglesia universal. Estamos haciendo esto juntos. Somos una comunidad en Cristo, ayunando en preparación

para la fiesta de la Pascua.

Cuando se trata de orar más durante esta temporada de oración, sin duda que San Juan Berchmans nos puede ayudar. Durante la temporada de Cuaresma, ofreceremos muchas maneras para que podamos orar juntos. Todo comienza este miércoles. Celebraremos la Misa, con distribución de cenizas, a las 7 am, 2 pm y bilingüe a las 7 pm. También tendremos un servicio de oración a las 8 am con distribución de cenizas. Únase a nosotros en una de estas celebraciones para comenzar su jornada cuaresmal. Además, todos los viernes de la Cuaresma (excepto el 6 de marzo), nos reuniremos a las 7 pm para rezar el Viacrucis bilingüe, seguido de un tiempo de convivencia y reflexión. Únase a nosotros mientras caminamos la jornada que caminó Jesús. Comparta su camino cuaresmal con otros feligreses. El viernes, 6 de marzo Jean y los coros nos conducirán en un servicio de oración de Taizé. Si nunca ha experimentado el espíritu de oración serena de Taizé únase a nosotros este viernes especial para cantar, orar y escuchar.

Otra oportunidad para la oración es nuestro servicio de Reconciliación de Cuaresma. Este servicio bilingüe tendrá lugar el miércoles 18 de marzo a las 7 pm. El sacramento de Reconciliación puede ser un hermoso, momento devoto de oración. Los preceptos de la Iglesia Católica requieren que se reciba este sacramento por lo menos una vez al año, pero solamente un pequeño porcentaje de católicos siguen esta enseñanza. ¿Por qué? Me doy cuenta de que para descubrir el alma se necesita valor, pero este año todos seremos valientes. Llenemos esta Iglesia.

La última práctica cuaresmal, la limosna, puede ofrecerse de maneras diferentes – en servicio y apoyo financiero. Ambos son elementos importantes de la temporada de Cuaresma. El 20 de febrero, después del Viacrucis, miembros de la Comisión de Peace & Justice/Paz y Justicia de San Juan Berchmans ofrecerán una reflexión sobre cómo podemos unirnos para servir a los pobres y vulnerables en nuestra ciudad y en nuestro mundo. Estos proyectos de servicio tienen lugar en diferentes momentos durante todo el año, y esperamos que todos encuentren la manera y el tiempo para unirse a nosotros en este esfuerzo. Una de las primeras oportunidades es nuestra colecta de artículos sanitarios de la Cuaresma. El fin de semana del 14 y 15 de marzo, le pedimos que traiga a la Misa los artículos de tamaño pequeño y de muestra para que puedan ser distribuidos a las personas sin hogar. Clasificaremos estos artículos después de nuestras Estaciones Corales el 20 de marzo como nuestro proyecto de servicio de Cuaresma - todos son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotros! Este proyecto es una manera increíble para que toda la comunidad se una en comunión, oración y servicio.

En cuanto a la otra manera de limosna, el apoyo financiero, es la parte recordativa del fin de semana de la Campaña Católica Anual. Si bien la respuesta del compromiso en el fin de semana y a través del correo fue excepcional, estamos lejos de alcanzar nuestra meta de una participación del 100%. Este año, cuando su regalo da dos veces, le pedimos que considere con devoción un regalo de sacrificio para ayudar a asegurar un futuro financiero estable para nuestra parroquia. Es nuestro deber y nuestra responsabilidad de apoyar a nuestro hogar espiritual.

La Cuaresma pronto estará aquí. Hagamos lo mejor de estos 40 días, mientras que nos preparamos para la Semana Santa y la celebración de la Pascua. La Cuaresma puede y debe ser una temporada hermosa, de oración. Las formas en las cuales podemos hacer que la Cuaresma sea sagrada son infinitas. Cualquier forma que usted elija, le dejo con un recordatorio tomado de la carta de San Pablo a los Corintios – Todo lo que hagan, háganlo todo para la gloria de Dios.

Como siempre…gracias,

Jennifer CortezDirectora de Administración y Liturgia

Para la Gloria de Dios

Directora de Administración y Liturgia

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EL AÑO DE LOS SACRAMENTOSla Visión del PaPa Francisco sobre la sancación y la comunión (JULIO 2014 - JUNIO 2015)

De Palabra en Palabra...

DEJAR LIBRE“El sacerdote absuelve nuestros pecados”, el catequista le dice a su clase de niños de siete años. Ellos lo aceptan pero, por supuesto, no lo comprenden. Tal vez algunos de nosotros los adultos, tampoco. El significado detrás de esta palabra poco común es en realidad muy simple. Absolver es dejar libre. También podríamos utilizar otras palabras como perdonar o desatar, o deshacer, o soltar. La inmensa gracia y el gran resultado del sacramento de la Penitencia es que el pecado ya no tiene poder sobre nosotros. Lo que nos ha atrapado y atado se disipa. Nos encontramos liberados. Y la libertad que experimentamos es genuina, no es solo la libertad de hacer lo que queramos sino la libertad real de ser quienes realmente somos: las hijas y los hijos queridos de Dios.

VIACRUCIS/SOPA CON SUBSTANCIA

Por favor, únase a nosotros a las 7 pm todos los viernes de Cuaresma (excepto el 6 de marzo) para el Viacrucis bilingüe, seguido por Sopa con Substancia. La Sopa con Substancia es una oportunidad de reunirse para una noche de rezo y comunión y disfrutar de una comida sencilla de sopa y pan con nuestra comunidad

en el Salón Parroquial. La “Substancia” es el invitado especial que tenemos en cada uno de estos eventos que hablará a nuestra comunidad acerca de diferentes temas relacionados con un tema en común: las diferentes formas que podemos utilizar este tiempo de Cuaresma para acercarnos a Dios.

Nuestra sustancia el 20 de febrero será proporcionada por la Comisión de Peace & Justice/Paz y Justicia del Consejo Pastoral Parroquial. El tema de este primer fin de semana es “Enseñanza Social Católica - Cómo Podemos Ayudarle”. Esta presentación será bilingüe. ¡Todos son Bienvenidos!

SERVICIO DE ORACIÓN TAIZÉ

Es un ambiente lleno de oraciones serenas. La iluminación es tenue. Comenzamos el servicio cantando un cántico. Un elemento esencial de oración Taizé es un período prolongado de silencio. Esto permite una oportunidad para la contemplación y oración, o simplemente nos abrimos para escuchar la voz de Dios. Únase a nosotros para el canto y la oración en nuestro servicio de Cuaresma Taizé el viernes 6 de marzo a las 7 pm.

SERVICIO DE RECONCILIACIÓN DE CUARESMA

Nuestro servicio bilingüe de reconciliación se llevará a cabo el miércoles, 18 de marzo a las 7 pm. La Cuaresma es el momento perfecto para un examen de conciencia y recibir el Sacramento de Penitencia como nos preparamos para celebrar alegremente la temporada de Pascua.

“Los sacramentos, especialmente la Confesión y la Eucaristía, son lugares de encuentro con Cristo.” - Papa Francisco

MESA DE SAN JOSÉ

La Comisión de Vida Parroquial de San Juan Berchmans patrocinará una Mesa de San José el sábado, 21 de marzo. Más información sobre nuestra celebración en honor de San José estará disponible en las próximas semanas.

Anuncios Parroquiales

La Campaña Católica Anual para 2015Programa de Reducción de Deuda

“Su Regalo Da Dos Veces”

Miércoles de Ceniza18 Febrero 2015

Miércoles de Ceniza: El Comienzo del Camino Cuaresmal

Misas con distribución de Cenizas: 7am, 2pm y de 7pm (bilingüe)Servicio de Oración con distribución de Cenizas: 8am (inglés)

Querida Familia de SJB,

Estamos muy agradecidos por su generosa respuesta a escribir cartas a nuestros hermanos y hermanas en los centros de detención en la frontera. Verdaderamente, sus oraciones y palabras de bienvenida y aliento harán toda la diferencia para estos niños y sus familias. Lo que puede parecer un pequeño acto para usted es un testimonio de solidaridad y de responder al llamado del Evangelio. Continuaremos contando con sus oraciones para la política migratoria integral.

La Comisión de Peace & Justice, Paz y Justicia

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School News

Admissions 2015Online applications for the 2015-16 school year are open to the public! There are still openings available, but our lower grades (PK-3rd) are filling up quickly. Families who are considering St. John Berchmans School for the 2015-16 school year are encouraged to complete the application as soon as possible. Please contact Amanda Sullivan in the school office with questions or for more information.

Why St. John Berchmans?At the core of our school mission and vision is the strong desire to nurture, engage and empower students to reach their full potential in all facets of their lives — academically, spiritually, socially and physically.

Support Our SchoolThursday, February 19th

4pm-7pm

You can help support our School, while enjoying a Potbelly sandwich or salad. Potbelly Sandwich Shop will donate 25% of your purchase to Saint John Berchmans. Please visit their location just north of Logan Boulevard at 2739 N. Elston Ave.

The Art of the Matter!

Mrs. Petie Russo brings art to life and teaches the joy of the masters. From

paintings to etchings to sculptures, never has art been so much fun. Check out more of the amazing things happening in art class by visiting the SJB music blog at https://sjbart.wordpress.com

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Stewardship Report

Thank you ~ Gracias

February 8, 2015 Loose Currency In Envelopes Online giving at GiveCentral.org

Total Sunday Collection

Our weekly goalSurplus/(Shortfall) from weekly goal

Children’s envelopes

495.002,890.002,764.48

6,149.48

7,947.00 (1,797.52)

34.25

S J B L E G A C Y C A M P A I G N

Restore, Renew, Rejoice!

Restaurar, Renovar, Gozar! L A C A M P A Ñ A D E L E G A D O D E S J B

After today, the in-pew process for the 2015 Annual Catholic Appeal will be completed. If you haven’t already done so, we encourage you to make your pledge. Pledge forms are available in the vestibule or parish office.

We’ve been very successful the last several years, giving to the mission of the archdiocese and getting great returns here. This year, every dollar we raise will be matched by the Archdiocese and will be used to pay-off our considerable debt. As a result of our extensive construction, we are paying more than $75,000 per year in interest - that is about 13 weeks of our Sunday collection. WE CAN DO THIS, but we need your help. Remember, this year, your gift gives twice!

If you have any questions regarding the 2015 Annual Catholic Appeal and Debt Reduction Program, please contact Jennifer Cortez in the rectory office or by email at [email protected].

Después de hoy, el proceso de solicitud en la parroquia para la Campaña Católica Anual del 2015 se completará. Si no lo ha hecho, le animamos a hacer su promesa. Las formas del compromiso están disponibles en el vestíbulo o la oficina parroquial.

Hemos tenido mucho éxito desde hace varios años, dando a la misión de la arquidiócesis y obteniendo grandes ganancias. Este año, cada dólar que recaudemos será

igualado por la Arquidiócesis y se utilizará para pagar nuestra considerable deuda. Como resultado de nuestra extensa construcción,

estamos pagando más de $ 75,000 al año en interés - que son cerca de 13 semanas de nuestra colecta dominical. PODEMOS HACERLO, pero necesitamos su ayuda. Recuerde, este año, ¡su regalo da dos veces!

Si tiene alguna pregunta relacionada con el Programa de Reducción de Deuda de la Campaña Católica Anual del 2015, por favor, póngase en contacto con Jennifer Cortez en la oficina de la rectoría o por correo electrónico a [email protected].

RCIA SpotlightJose Omar

Ortiz

My name is Jose Omar Ortiz and my wife and I have been parishioners at Saint John Berchmans for the last two and a half years. I am extremely excited to be part of the RCIA program

and can not wait to be confirmed at this upcoming Easter Vigil.

I grew up in a traditional Mexican Catholic home. My grandmother was a Guadalupana in her native Mexico (a devout of our Lady of Guadalupe) and growing up at her house we would always pray the rosary during important Catholic celebrations. I was Baptized and celebrated my First Communion, but for whatever reason I did not do my Confirmation. I am actually glad I did not because I feel that in these last three months I have been able to learn more about my faith thanks in a large part to Father Paul, Father Wayne and Rita.

I am glad that I am able to be part of RCIA and be part of this extraordinary group of people! I can not wait to welcome Jesus into my heart and spirit, and only hope I can lead others to join the faith.

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Please Pray

FOR THE SICK AND INFIRM OF OUR COMMUNITY

For the health of

SJB STAFF CONTACTS PASTOR: Fr. Wayne F. Watts, [email protected]

RESIDENT: Fr. Paul Reicher, [email protected]

PASTOR EMERITUS: Fr. William Gubbins

DEACONS: Jorge Cabrera (773) 625.2581, [email protected] Guillermo (Willie) Mendizabal, (773) 276.5502, [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS: Joseph P. D’Arco, [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF STEWARDSHIP AND LITURGY: Jennifer Cortez, [email protected]

COORDINATOR OF ADULT FAITH FORMATION: Rita Kattner, [email protected]

COORDINATOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Marie Jochum, [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Jean Tuohy, [email protected]

SPANISH CHOIR DIRECTOR: Carlos Ortiz, [email protected]

PARISH SECRETARY: Guille McMahon, [email protected]

PRINCIPAL: Margaret Roketenetz, [email protected]

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: Amanda Sullivan, [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF EVENTS: Rochelle Brophy, [email protected]

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Judy Ciukowski, [email protected]

Teresa Angulo, Mark Baker, Katarzyna Bielarz, Jim Browne, Florence Brzezinski, Frank Buttitta, Antonia Calderon, Audrey Barr-Calmes, Gary Calmes, Mike Cokins, Adriana Collado, Nan Condit, Jean Condon, Jeannie Dallas, Brian DeLeon, Daniel Dombrowski, Danny Doyle, Elsa Dusenberry, Anna Duski, Edwin Duvall, Evelyn Fakhoury, Francis Cardinal George, O.M.I., Ruth E. Gomez, Maureen Gramling, Dennis Hanson, Colin Hayes, Jack Hayford, Lois Hinkens, Jane Jones, Michael D. Jones, Helen Kadar, Theresa Kattner, Mildred F. Kur, Mary Ann Kosiba, Robert Lauer, Hector Lorenzo, Alice Maestrazi, Ewing Metoyer, Kay Meyer, Humberto Moya, Katie O’Connor, Sr. Margaret Ormond, OP, Norine Ortega, Debra Parsons, Genevieve Podraza, Jorge Rojas, Maria E. Rosario, Anastacio Salgado, Margarita Sanchez, Glydden Santiago, Celeste Schwilck, Joseph Slocki, Jorge Tapia, Marina Tinajero, Gladys Torres, Maria Torres, Sylvia Torres, Rocio Valdivia and Lucille Wozny

SJB Women’s Faith Group Invites

All Women of FaithCome and Pray

Tuesday, February 24, 7-9 p.m.St. John Berchmans School Chapel

Instruction: Faith and Finances: In God We Trust

Project: Lenten Mite Boxes

Scripture: “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10

All women of all ages are welcome! Feel free to bring a friend.

Questions? Kathy 720-291-8904 ¿Preguntas? Joyana 773-213-3163

El Grupo Mujeres de Fe de SJB Invita a

Todas las Mujeres de FeA Venir y Orar

Martes, 24 de febrero de 7-9 p.m.En la Capilla de la Escuela San Juan Berchmans

Instrucción: Fe y Finanzas: Confiamos en Dios

Proyecto: Cajas de Cuaresma

Escritura: Cada uno según el don que ha recibido, minístrelo a los otros, como buenos administradores de la multiforme

gracia de Dios.: 1 Pedro 4:10

¡Todas las mujeres de todas edades son bienvenidas! Siéntase libre de traer una amiga.

Questions? Kathy 720-291-8904 ¿Preguntas? Joyana 773-213-3163

Thank You!We would like to extend a very special thank you to Paul Michaelsen, Jim Cortez and Derek Tate for the extra efforts put forth to remove the mountains of snow from around the Church and Schools. Because of their efforts we were able to stay ahead of the storm and provide safe passage for our parishioners and students, and without them we would still

be buried in the powdery white-stuff.

If you see them, be sure to tell them how awesome they are, and pray that they are available to help the next time Old

Man Winter rears his ugly head.

Blizzard 2015

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SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMESATURDAY, February 14 5:00pm IN THANKSGIVING TO SAINT JUDE Presider: Fr. Paul Reicher Deacon: Jorge Cabrera Commentator: Margaret Hughes Lector: Jennifer Cortez EMHC: Gary Aistrup, Lucie Cleary Altar Servers: A. Bagazinski, M. Bagazinski, O. Janunas

SUNDAY, February 15 8:15am +JOSEPH MOTYKIEWICZ, SR. Presider: Fr. Paul Reicher Commentator: Theresa Bui Lector: Bernie Marston EMHC: Krystyna Bielarz, Nancy Krause, Anna Wozny-Ramirez Altar Servers: M. Marston, L. Santiago

9:45am +VIRGILIO BONIFAZI AND FAMILY +ROSELIA ESCOBAR Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts Commentator: David Dvorak Lectors: Michael Donovan, John Swinford EMHC: Fabiola Guerrero, Pedro Guerrero, Rocio Valdivia Altar Servers: M. Montes, M. Montes, N. Swinford

11:30am LA GENTE DE SAN JUAN BERCHMANS Oficiante: Pd. Wayne F. Watts Diácono: Guillermo Mendizabal Comentarista/Peticiones: Esther Uruchima Lectores: Socorro Torres, Edmundo Mendez MESC: Rosa Rodriguez, Rosaura Diaz, Armando y Maria E. Salgado Monaguillos: A. Acevedo, I. Ibarra, D. Rodriguez

6:30pm THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts Commentator: Kathleen Wetstein Lector: Dan Wetstein EMHC: Mark Dombrowski, Juan Mendoza, Cathy Whinna Altar Servers: J. Guerra, R. Guerra, Y. Sanchez-Pena

MONDAY, February 16 – Weekday[President’s Day] 7:00am THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Paul Reicher

TUESDAY, February 17 – Weekday[The Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order] 7:00am THE SHOBER FAMILY Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts

ASH WEDNESDAYWEDNESDAY, February 18 7:00am THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts

8:00am (Prayer Service) Leader: Amanda Sullivan

2:00pm THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts

7:00pm (Bilingual) THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Paul Reicher Deacon: Guillermo Mendizabal Lectors: Elvia Arroyo, Nicole Vilches Ashes: Manuel Cerrillo, Guadalupe Pantoja, Kevin VanRenterghem, Monique VanRenterghem EMHC: Ivette Gudino, Mario Gudino, Maria Mendizabal, Cathy Whinna Altar Servers: O. Janunas, D. Uruchima, J. Uruchima

THURSDAY, February 19 – Thursday after Ash Wednesday 7:00am THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Paul Reicher

FRIDAY, February 20 – Friday after Ash Wednesday 8:30am +FRANCES KULINSKI Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts

FIRST SUNDAY OF LENTSATURDAY, February 21 5:00pm +JOSEFINA PEREZ +ROGELIO CARDENAS IN THANKSGIVING TO THE SACRED HEART Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts Commentator: Mari Cardenas Lector: Cardenas Family EMHC: Gary Aistrup, Rachele Esola Altar Servers: E. Ham, A. Teruel

SUNDAY, February 22 8:15am +LEONARD WOZNY THE PEOPLE OF SAINT JOHN BERCHMANS Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts Commentator: Olga Perez Lector: Art DeLeon EMHC: Jeffrey Bowen, Sandy Cerrillo, Joe D’Arco Altar Servers: A. Bui, J. Bui

9:45am CHARLES F. STRUBBE FAMILY +MARIANNE KEMPINSKI Presider: Fr. Wayne F. Watts Commentator: Joseph Harrison Lectors: Nicole Vilches, Kathleen Dillon Narko EMHC: Herminda Bonifazi, Judy Ciukowski, Ken Ciukowski Altar Servers: B. Amil, E. Glunz, J. Ortiz

11:30am +SALVADOR RIOS Oficiante: Pd. Paul Reicher Diácono/Homilista: Jorge Cabrera Comentarista/Peticiones: Socorro Torres Lectores: Wanda Reyes, Alice Vila MESC: Estela Izaguirre, Ninfa Rangel, Maria Mendizabal, Wanda Reyes Monaguillos: J. Arroyo, M. Cerrillo, I. Ibarra

6:30pm +JAMES JACKSON +GEORGE PARKER Presider: Fr. Paul Reicher Commentator: Cristina Gomez Lector: Cathy Whinna EMHC: Meghan Fennessy, Kathleen Kania, Phillip Ramirez Altar Servers: J. Badillo, R. Kania, S. Reyes

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