Fifth Sunday of Easter May 22, 2011

*indicates part-time staff

Nick Furibondo 898.5224 Richard Strassburger 499.5676

St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church 1500 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL 60563 e-mail: mainoffice@stapostle.org 630 355-8980 (Main Office) Visit us on the internet at www.stapostle.org 630 305-6318 (Religious Education) 630 355-0521 (Facsimilie)

Parish Staff Rev. Joel Fortier – Pastor, jfortier@stapostle.org Rev. Rodolphe Arty, Associate Pastor, x 103, rarty@stapostle.org Rev. Bob Colaresi, O. Carm. – Weekend Associate Fr. Pat Brennan, Weekend Associate, pbrennan@theclareatwatertower.com Rev. Mr. William Worden, D. Min. – Deacon, x105 Rev. Mr. Chuck Lane – Deacon, x220, chucklane2@juno.com Rev. Mr. Jim Breen – Deacon, 630.357.4853, jimb4853@yahoo.com Rev. Mr. Larry Kearney – Deacon, x225, lrkearney@comcast.net Rev. Mr. Michael Barrett – Deacon , x220, meabarrett@att.net Liturgy Kate Cuddy – Director of Music and Liturgy, x112, kcuddy@stapostle.org Jessi Allured – Asst. Director of Music and Liturgy, x111, jallured@stapostle.org Lori Culberson – Liturgy Coordinator, x120, lculberson@stapostle.org Theresa Sheliga* – Sacristan Coordinator, x116 Faith Formation Sandy Renehan, Principal at All Saints Catholic Academy 630.961.6125 Chari Rosales – Director of Adult Education & RCIA x138, crosales@stapostle.org Kevin Pranaitis – Director of High School Youth Ministry, x123, ym@stapostle.org Brett Adams – Coordinator of Middle School Faith Formation, x117, badams @stapostle.org Patti Dougherty – Director of Religious Education, x109, pdougherty@stapostle.org Nancy Cirmo – Religious Education Assistant, x118, ncirmo@stapostle.org Outreach and Social Justice Michael Ryder – Director of Outreach & Social Justice, x121, mryder@stapostle.org Anne Schultz – OSJ Partner, x113, aschultz@stapostle.org Sally Meno* – OSJ Financial, x137, smeno@stapostle.org Pastoral Care Jan Olah – Director of Pastoral Care, x124 Felicia Lawlor*, M.S., R.N. – Faith Community Nurse, x104, flawlor@stapostle.org Rose Grumbine*, R.N., – Faith Community Nurse, x104, rgrumbine@stapostle.org Administration Janet Simmons – Finance/Business Officer, x106, jsimmons@stapostle.org Diane McQueen – Gen Office Administrative Asst, x101, dmcqueen@stapostle.org Kathy Ferguson – Gen Office Administrative Asst, x100, mainoffice@stapostle.org Marilyn DeMeo* – Database Coordinator (T/Th), x107, mdemeo@stapostle.org Pat Berkhout – Evening/Saturday Receptionist, x119, nitecrew@stapostle.org Angie Tuttle – Bulletin and Web Editor, Liturgy Asst, x110, atuttle@stapostle.org Bob Hartmann Facility Manager, x133, facility@stapostle.org Pastoral Leadership Community Christine Berta 579.4294 Pam Foster 699.3044 Charles Haydon 369.2262

Commission Facilitators Worship Kate Cuddy 355.8980 Parish Life Faith Formation Chris Baker 548.1733 Administration Charles Haydon 369.2262 Service Carol Healy 961.0942

Liturgy Schedule Daily (Monday — Friday) Communion Service — 6:30 a.m. Rosary — 8:10 a.m. Mass — 8:30 a.m. (Saturday) Communion Service — 8:30 a.m.

Weekend Saturday Vigil — 4:30 p.m. Sunday — 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 a.m., and 6:30 p.m.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every first Friday, 9:00 — 9:30 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Reconciliation is available Saturday, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., or after the 4:30 p.m. Mass in the Reconciliation Room of the Chapel. Fr. Joel is available during the week by appointment. Communal Penance services are held occasionally throughout the year. Sick and Home Bound Call the Church Office to receive prayer/Eucharist from a priest, deacon or Minister of Care. Baptism Baptisms are usually celebrated 2-3 Sundays each month at a 12:30 p.m. service. On selected dates, Baptisms are celebrated at weekend Masses. Parents are required to attend an awareness and renewal evening prior to the Baptism. Call the Church Office a few months in advance to make arrangements. Matrimony A couple planning on being married at St. Thomas should contact the church six months in advance. One year is preferred. Either the bride or groom, or their parents, must be a registered parishioner for at least three months prior to calling to set a date. Religious Education Call the 630.305.6318 to register. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Any person wanting to learn more about the Catholic Faith, or to join our Catholic community should call the church at 630.355.8980. Counseling Service Call Samaritan Interfaith 630.357.2456 or Jan Olah, Pastoral Care 630.355.8980 x 124. Sunday Nursery Nursery care is available for your child age one (walking) to four at the 9 & 10:45 a.m. Mass. For more information call the church office.

Welcome Guests and Visitors!

We’re so glad you’re here and invite you to walk the path of faith with us. Our goal is to provide a spiritual home where all are welcome, where the healing, reconciling, liberating love of God flows through us to all people. We believe the church is the sacrament of God’s saving presence in the world.

Would you like to become a Parishioner? Join us in the gym for Welcome Sunday after the following Masses: THIS Sunday, May 22 9:00 and 10:45am

Fifth Sunday of Easter May 22, 2011

“I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father

except through me.” — John 14:6

When you were baptized the priest anointed and consecrated you as a temple of the Holy Spirit and member of Christ’s Body with these words: “As Christ was anointed Priest, Prophet, and King so may you live always as a member of Christ’s Body.” Today we are reminded of those words in the second reading from the Letter of St. Peter: “You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own People.” With these words we are reminded of our Baptismal rights and responsibilities, and in the Gospel that we live in Jesus who said, “I am the way and the truth and the life.” God is with us and God is in us. We are called to live in and follow The Way.

In God, we live and move and have our being. Are we conscious of that, and do our lives reflect that? That is a good question for each of us to think about. Jesus tells us in the gospel, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Have faith in God and have faith in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places.” Then he tells Thomas, “you know where I am

going, so follow me.” Thomas tells him, “we don’t know where you are going, how can we know the way?” Jesus effectively tells him, “Thomas I’m not talking about geography, I’m talking about my way, a way of the heart...I Am the Way...” We follow the Way of Jesus, a way of the Heart, a way of love, the way of Jesus… a person for others. It is in this self same sacrificial way of Jesus that we live our lives with selfless sacrificial love. That is the vision out of which we exercise our Baptismal rights and responsibilities. We do so with love, a passionate love for Jesus and the church, and for all people. It’s a call to mature discipleship, it is what it means to be good stewards of all God’s gifts, our time, our talents, and our treasure, to follow the Way of Jesus. We call you to that today here at St. Thomas, on this Stewardship Sunday. The parish needs and relies on your covenant love as a mature disciple to follow the Way of Jesus with sacrificial selfless love as you share your gifts of time, talent, and treasure. The parish needs that especially this year as we try to close a very tight budget and continue our level of service. I urge you to consider how seriously we live in God. Thank you and God Bless you for the ways you do! With love,

Dear Friends,

“I’m talking about a way of

the heart.”

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Presider’s Schedule May 28/29

Saturday 4:30 pm Fr. Pat Brennan Sunday 7:30 am Fr. Bob Colaresi, Deacon Michael Barrett 9:00 am Fr. Joel Fortier, Deacon Jim Breen 10:45 am Fr. Dof Arty, Deacon Chuck Lane

* Presider schedule is subject to change. REMINDER – The Sunday 6:30 p.m. Mass has been discontinued for the summer. It will resume September 10 at 6:00 p.m.

Worship Commission

Roman Missal Changes From USCCB (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops) What if I don’t like the new translation? For most people, the unfamiliar is always un-comfortable, at least at first. The more familiar the old is, the more challenging it may be to accept and embrace the new. It is completely normal to feel uncomfortable as you begin studying and reading the new texts. Taking steps to become more famil-iar with the texts can help a great deal. At the same time, be open to the possibility that you will find things to appreciate in the rich language of the new texts. The more you read them and study them and pray them, the more familiar and comfortable they will become and the more you will appreciate the theological depth they convey. Taking time to learn more about your faith, including the Mass and Scripture, can help you appreciate the new texts more fully. Using the cate-chetical opportunities made available by your par-ish and diocese can help you overcome concerns about these changes. Finally, you can take your concerns to God in prayer. Pray for a deeper understanding of the meaning of these texts and for an open heart to grow in communion with the Church. This concludes the question section from the USCCB. Next week… Praying with Body, Mind, and Spirit from the USCCB.

Wedding Anniversaries! The Diocese of Joliet will hold its Thirty-third annual Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet. If you are celebrating either your 25th or 50th anniversary this year, contact Jess Allured 630.355.8980x111) in the Liturgy Office so your name may be submitted for a formal invitation. Memorial Day In honor of Memorial Day, we would like to remember the current, former, and deceased members of the military. If you would like to submit your loved one’s name, please email jallured@stapostle.org by Monday, May 23 at 4pm. Ministry Sign Up Today! Are you a current Liturgical/Music minister, or someone who is interested in becoming one? Make sure to grab a copy of the ministries booklet, fill it out, and continue or begin to be part of our team! All Liturgy ministries are found under Worship Com-mission—the GREEN heading! You may also sign up online at www.stapostle.org.

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Pray For Our Parish

Mass Intentions Monday, May 23, 2011 8:30 †James Cliff, by Phyllis Cliff Tuesday, May 24, 2011 8:30 †Donald M. Hubbard, Sr., by The Gray, Tatom & Williams Families Thursday, May 26, 2011 8:30 †Amparo Lopez, by Amy DeGuzman Friday, May 27, 2011 8:30 †Griffin McCarthy, by Parents †Robert Mitchell, by Ann Mitchell Saturday, May 28, 2011 4:30 †Doughlass Lubbers, by Tom & Katie Kerestes †Evie Cermak, by Kelly Kandra Sunday, May 29, 2011 7:30 For the People of St. Thomas 9:00 †Ben Coulter, by Frank & MaryEllen Niedermann †Elizabeth Brennan, by Siobhan O’Moore & Family 10:45 †Ruth Simms, by Jim & Mary Jo Breen

for the sick… Virgil Piucci, husband of Betty Jospeh Carrabotta, father of Ann Lysaught Susan Adragna, sister of Carol Ball Theresa Mullen, mother of Mary Delacey & Terry Lodesky Jim Roach, brother of Sue Ann McCarthy Fred Knott, friend of Rob & Maureen Overman Dolores Flood, mother of Al & Maureen Keener for the deceased… Frances Newsome; Donald M. Hubbard Sr, husband of Mary Kay Helen Hynes, grandmother of Jim Campbell Pat Rakosnik, mother of Greg Bartlett Chris Sherrin, brother of Margaret Moeser Bill Riordan, husband of Lucille

Please Pray for our Men and Women Serving in the Military Our parish community would like to recognize and remember the following individuals in prayer:

U.S. Air Force

U.S. Army PFC Sam Parrillo SPC James Abbott Sgt. Edward Plourde Richard Hill

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Kevin Martin Lance Corporal Aaron Murphy

U.S. Navy AT3 Amanda Schlarman Ensign Jason Coons

National Guard If you would like to have a serviceman or woman included in the Military prayer list in the bulletin, call the parish office 630.355.8980.

Dear God, Linking love with obedience is not the thing we do best. We confess to preferring a teary-eyed sentimental love that makes no demands, requires no allegiance. But, here you are again, calling us to love and obedience; calling us to a different kind of love — love that does (or doesn’t do), love that demonstrates itself in style of life, thoughts, emotions, or actions. Lead us into this kind of love, we pray, so that the world might know that we are your disciples.

Amen. —Rev. Dr. Safiyah Fosua

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Come to the MINISTRY FAIR TODAY! May 21 and 22 Come to the gym after Mass to explore the various ministries offered at St. Thomas and find out how you can share your gifts with your faith community.

Faith and Spiritual Formation Commission

The primary Old Testament reference that pre-figures Eucharist comes from the Passover ritual as it is detailed in Exodus 12. The Israelites were still in bondage in Egypt and the Lord had brought all but the last plague upon Pharaoh and the people of Egypt. In order to save their first-borns from death, the Israelites were to procure a male, unblemished lamb of the appropriate age and the first to open the womb of its mother. This represented the perfect sacrifice. They then were commanded to slaughter the lamb. Its blood was to be put on the door frames of their homes. They were then instructed to roast and eat the lamb with unleavened bread. None of the lamb was to be left over – it had to be completely consumed. They were also instructed to commemorate the event as a lasting ordinance for the generations to come. John the Baptist referred to Jesus as the Lamb of God. We see in the Passover ritual our perfect Lamb of God in the person of Jesus, sacrificed to save all from death. Jesus met all the requirements for the perfect sacrifice; He was male, unblem-ished (without spot or sin), of a certain age and the first born son of His mother, Mary.

C.A.R.E. CORNER Today’s Readings First Reading — To meet their growing needs, the community chooses seven reputable men to serve the new Greek believers (Acts 6:1-7). Psalm — Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you (Psalm 33). Second Reading — We, like living stones, let our-selves be built into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:4-9). Gospel — “Show us the Father,” Philip asks Jesus. To which Jesus replies: “Whoever sees me, sees the Father” (John 14:1-12). Readings for the Week Mon: Acts 14:5-18; Jn 14:21-26 Tues: Acts 14:19-28; Jn 14:27-31a Wed: Acts 15:1-6; Jn 15:1-8 Thurs: Acts 15:7-21; Jn 15:9-11 Fri: Acts 15:22-31; Jn 15:12-17 Sat: Acts 16:1-10; Jn 15:18-21 Sun: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; Ps 66; 1 Pt 3:15-18 or 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 14:15-21 or Jn 17:1-11a

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During May, what better way to continue on our journey than to celebrate Mothers and family life this month. And so with this theme is mind, stop by and check out the Book Rack in the Gathering Area featuring the following books: She Who Brings Peace, Praying with the desert mothers, He Put The Whole World In Her Hands, Daily Meditations for Busy Moms, Mom, You’re Incredible!, Where Does A Mother Go To Resign?, Friendship of Women, Women Before God, 303 Great Ideas for Families, It Takes A Village, Children Learn What They Live, Tend Your Own Garden Come and check out other books and videos in St. Thomas Resource collection as well!

Welcome with open arms! On May 15, Good Shepherd Sunday, the St. Thomas community welcomed and fully initiated our Christian sisters and brother who were brought into the Full Communion of the Catholic Church by making a Profession of Faith and receiving the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. The faith community of St. Thomas welcomes (from left to right– top row) Carrie Grapenthin, Staci Guajardo, Julie Johnson, (bottom row) Arlene Radel and Ken Radel. May Jesus, the Good Shepherd, continue to lead us all to the fullness of life and love!

Reading Suggestions from the ST THOMAS RESOURCE CENTER

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? Families: Take some time to discuss and reflect on the readings of the week.

Question of the Week...

In what ways do I serve others?

Religious Education Liturgy of Word with Children Liturgy of the Word with Children (Age 4 through Grade 3) ended on April 17. This Ministry for the Children will resume in September. If you are feel called to serve in this ministry, please sign up on the Ministry Sign-Up Card which will be available start-ing May 22. Graduation Ceremony at All Saints Catholic Academy St. Thomas parishioners are invited to attend the third graduation ceremony at All Saints Catholic Academy. The 38 graduates of 2011 will be cele-brated on Friday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the school gym. Guests are invited to enter through Door one. Contact the school office 630.961.6125 for more in-formation.

Rosary in May—the Month of Mary All are invited to join us in the chapel to pray the Rosary during May, the month of Mary. We will pray the Rosary Wednesday, May 25 at 7 p.m. As usual the Rosary will be prayed at 8:00 a.m. before the 8:30 mass during the week. As you remember Mary’s love for her Blessed Son, may her pure faith and tender compassion fill your heart during May, this month of Mary. Growing Up Sexually (G.U.S.) Program Information for 6th Graders Registration is now open for the 2011 Growing Up Sexually (G.U.S.) program for current 6th grade stu-dents. The G.U.S. program is a great way to open the discussion with your child about topics of sexuality and about understanding themselves and their bodies as unique and special creations, designed by God. The program is intended to serve as a starter to this conversation that is to be continued and followed up in the home. Sessions will take place for four straight Sundays, starting on June 5. Sessions will last 90 minutes and will take place in the early afternoon, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm. Cost of enrollment is $30 per child. To en-roll your son or daughter, please contact Brett Adams at (630) 355-8980 x 117; badams@stapostle.org no later than June 1. G.U.S. Volunteers Still Needed While registration is currently open for the G.U.S. program this June, we still have a very serious need for additional adult volunteers, particularly men, to help facilitate the sessions. If you are an adult who has completed the Protecting God’s Children Virtus training, and are available during Sunday afternoons in June, and would be able to assist in instructing youth by discussing issues of sexuality, please contact Brett Adams as soon as possible at 630.355.8980 x 117; badams@stapostle.org.

St. Raphael Football Program www.straphaelfootball.org.

Third Annual Youth Mission Garage Sale! St. Thomas the Apostle’s teens going on mission to Aurora, Chicago, Mississippi, Washington DC, and Nicaragua will be hosting a garage sale fund-raiser and we need your help! We are humbly asking for gently used items for the sale. We will accept smaller items starting Monday May 16 and larger items the week of the sale (i.e. furniture, etc). We prefer items be dropped off after 4:00 p.m. each day at the church in the Youth Center. Volunteers will be available to receive items ONLY on May 25 and 26 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. The garage sale will take place: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday May 27, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sat May 28. Spread the word in your neighborhood and inner circles!

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The following people helped in some way to pass our faith on to the children of St. Thomas (Pre-K through 5th grade). They shared their gifts and time with the St. Thomas Religious Education Program during this past year, helping our young people to grow in their faith. The R.E. pro-gram is dependent on this sense of shared ministry. If you know any of these wonderful people, please take a moment to thank them. If you would like the opportunity to share your faith, please call the Religious Education Office and we would be happy to assist you in ways to do so.

Meridith Aiello Catherine Ainger Geovanna Aispuro Jess Allured Patty Andrick Cathy Archambault Wendy Balda Deacon Michael Barrett Jill Bartos Cindy Bass Carol Bax Anne Belgio Kathy Bereman Jeff Berta Tom Berta Sheleagh Bishop Liz Bosworth Janet Brancato Deacon Jim Breen Jane Burke Nancy Capezzuto Mary Beth Carlson Mary Carr Chris Cast Kathy Cast Lourdes Chew Nancy Cirmo Marge Coronado Margaret Crowley Kate Cuddy Lori Culberson Jeanette Curtis Tisha Danehl Elise Diner Leslie Dolan Lucy Drew Laura Duguid Amy Duran Dawn Eber Jim Eber Paige Eber

Caroline Egbers Amy Elston Antonella Erbacher Samantha Fattes Wanda Fattes Carol Ann Fisher Colleen Fournier Rasa Fumagalli Mary Garramone Rebecca Garretson Susan Gehrig-Cardona Missy Gillespie Christina Giunta Ruth Grandt Maribel Guerra Julie Haraus Adriana Hartmann Austin Harvey Erin Harvey Sue Harvey Julie Hess Suzanne Hribal Kersten Hulsey Lauren Hulsey Sherry Hulsey Nancy Hunt Sandy Huerta Gendy Jaramillo Chuck Jaudes Rosemary Karl Roseann Kaste Lorraine Katz Deacon Larry Kearney Melisa Kennedy Julie Knox Catherine Kolet Deacon Chuck Lane Stephanie Lange Mark Leger Sharon Leger Phyllis Lucker

Joseph Mayoralgo Martne McCoy Anissa McDole Elizabeth McDonald JoAnne McKee Cindy Meerman Sharon Meyer Tim Micheau Anne Miller Burnice Monteiro John Morris Barb Morrone Mary Beth Nagai Cindy Newendyke Lynn Nicinski Rachel Nicinski Kristin Nold Cheri Obendorf Lori Obendorf Diane Osepek Maureen Overman Sujo Parakral Cari Pelligrini Christine Ramirez Kate Renc Mary Reynolds David Rodrigues Diana Rodriguez Julie Savoia Geri Scullion Gloria Serna Tricia Serna Toni Sieve Mary Ann Smith Meg Smith Rachel Smith Kathy Smurawski Kelli Sondker Colleen Steffgen Abby Steimel Breanna Sterling

Margo Stone Natalie Storey Sharon Sugas Laura Swanson Stephanie Swiertz Jenny Tapia Jennifer Tenny Tina Theis Carolyn Tjards Nancy Trattner Paula Urso Michaela Valatkis Denise Van Drie Vicki Varzino Jacquie Vu John Vu Tami Wagener Lynn Waite Mari Walbridge Kathryn Ward Sarah Wedesky Theresa Wedesky Marilyn Wendell Ashley Wesolowski Emily Wesolowski Jenni Wesolowski Dona Windisch Ken Windisch Deacon Will Worden Sharon Yelaska Linda Yoshioka Bernadette Young Donna Zielke and of course: Fr. Joel Fr. Dof Fr. Pat Fr. Bob

You, too, can share your faith with the children of the parish. Sign up today at the Ministry Fair or go to www.stapostle.org and sign up online!

Many Parishioners Shared Gifts and Time with St. Thomas Youth

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Service Commission Outreach & Social Justice St. Thomas Golf Outing Naperville Country Club Monday, July 18 Golf Package (Golf, Dinner, Silent Auction) - $175 (Space for 144 golfers) Dinner & Silent Auction - $75

Register early. Pick up a brochure after Mass this weekend in the Narthex or Gathering Area. Complete the form and return with payment to the Main Office or mail to the St. Thomas OSJ Office. Tickets can also be purchased in the Main Office anytime.

Proceeds from this event will assist St. Thomas CARES in its ongoing efforts to serve families in emergency need. Each year St. Thomas CARES helps hundreds of families put food on their tables, avoid evictions and utility shutoffs, buy needed prescription medications, and resolve transportation issues allowing them to seek and keep employment.

Tuscaloosa Tornado Relief On April 27, 2011, 21 confirmed tornadoes touched down in Alabama. More were reported across other south-

ern states. Multiple tornadoes were reported in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where damage was devastating. Forty-one people were confirmed dead. More than 5,000 buildings in Tuscaloosa were destroyed or severely dam-

aged, including thousands of homes and apartments. Whole neighborhoods are gone and major apartment com-plexes (many serving low-income families) lie in rubble. Two schools were destroyed.

Tina Barbaccia is a St. Thomas parishioner. She works for the Randall-Reilly Publishing Company that is headquartered in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Fortunately, none of the 350 employees were seriously hurt. Tina’s

company mobilized and employees were given time off with pay to help in the community.

Tina called St. Thomas and asked if there was anything we could do to help. We were able to take a second collection on the weekend of May 1. St. Thomas parishioners donated $5168 which is being funneled through Catholic Charities to aid tornado victims. Thanks to all that were able to help. If anyone would like to contrib-

ute at this time, donations can be made to “St. Thomas OSJ” with “Tornado Relief” in the Memo.

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Bring your dirty car to Firestone at 2888 North Aurora Street in Aurora. After it looks brand spank-ing new, drive it across the street to Waterleaf Women's Center’s Open House to see their new ultra-sound room and learn more about the life saving mis-sion of Waterleaf! Waterleaf Women’s Center hosts their open house on Sunday, June 5, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 5. They are located at 2849 E. New York St, Aurora (SW corner at Eola-next to Burger King) www.waterleafwc.org Sponsored by the Waterleaf Women’s Center Teen Advisory Board.

You can’t do Everything! This is the St. Thomas Ministry Fair weekend! You are invited to participate in one or more of the large number of St. Thomas ministries, including 23 Outreach and Social Justice Outreach and Social Justice (OSJ)) ministries. As a parish community, St. Thomas is blessed to have so many outreach and social justice awareness, education, and action opportunities. These opportunities only happen be-cause of the OSJ ministry volunteers that are passion-ate about making a difference. There are so many ministry opportunities available that it can sometimes appear overwhelming! Remem-ber, you can’t do everything! As you are able, volun-teer to help with a ministry where your heart is direct-ing you … and make a difference where you can. Be assured that the St. Thomas community does make a huge difference. Time and time again, you are asked and you respond. And on behalf of all that benefit, we thank you. OSJ Office — Mike, Anne, and Sally

Planning a June Barbecue? The St. Thomas Care Pantry can help you and you can help the Care Pantry. The Care Pantry is sponsor-ing Market Day sales for the months of June, July, and August. The June Market Day offerings (see flier in Gathering Area) provide many wonderful options for the first barbecue of the season. (Hopefully spring will have arrived weatherwise by then!) Order forms in the flier can be returned to the box in the Gathering Area. On-line ordering is also possi-ble (www.MarketDay.com). Orders are due by May 30 and pick-up is Saturday morning, June 4.

Open House and Car Wash to Benefit Women’s Center Help Save Unborn Lives

To Market...to Market...

Holy Spirit, giving life to all life, moving all creatures, root of all things, washing them clean, wiping out their mistakes, healing their wounds, you are our true life, luminous, wonderful, awakening the heart from its ancient sleep. ~ Hildegard of Bingen

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Pastoral Care Tornado Safety at Home Two Different terms are used for tornado weather.

WATCH – Conditions make a tornado possible. WARNING – A tornado has been spotted.

Sirens sound only during a warning, so take action! Make your way to the northeast corner of your basement. Make yourself as small as possible by crouching down. Climb under a heavy worktable or other strong furniture. Store blankets and quilts nearby to cover yourself from flying debris. If you don’t have a basement, go to an interior room without windows, like a first floor bathroom. Climb into the tub with a couch cushion to protect you from debris. Tornado Safety at Church If tornado sirens go off during mass, stay calm! Here are some suggestions for your safety. Hallways and bathrooms without windows are the safest places in our building. Make your way there in an orderly fashion. Stay out of the gym. Large open spaces are more likely to collapse. There may be little time to move to safety. If you are unable to get to the hallways, crawl under your pew and make yourself as small a “target” as possible. Help children, the elderly, and those with disabilities get into position.

SAVE THE DATE...for Life Line Screening July 28. Watch for details!

What Causes Arthritis? No longer considered just a consequence of aging, arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints that results in pain, swelling and limited movement. Arthritis involves the breakdown of cartilage which normally protects the joints and allows for smooth movement. Without it, bones rub together and dis-comfort results. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, and about 37 million Americans of all ages suffer from some form. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type and the one most likely to occur with aging. While it can affect any of the joints, it is most com-mon in the hips, knees and fingers. Risk factors include being overweight, a previous injury to the affected joint and using the affected joint in a repetitive action. Genetic defects, musculoskele-tal defects and injury are uncontrollable factors that can cause arthritis, too. But there are actions you can take to avoid OA and protect your joints: � Maintain your ideal weight. � Move! Build muscles! Exercise strengthens the

muscles and in doing so protects the bones. Strong muscles keep joints from rubbing together and wearing down the cartilage. Low-impact aerobic exercise and range of motion exercises for flexibil-ity are important, too.

� Practice good posture to protect neck, back, hip and knees.

� Pace yourself. Take breaks when engaging in heavy activity.

� Listen to your body. Do not ignore pain.

May is Arthritis Month Prayer: Loving God, as I go about my day, help me remain aware of my movements. Keep me mindful as I protect my body against strain and stress. AMEN advocatehealth.com arthritis.org – Arthritis Foundation arthritis.about.com cdc.gov/arthritis Email info.gc@arthritis.org to find out about events and programs specific to Greater Chicago.

Does your family struggle with a mental illness? If so, you are not alone! NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of DuPage County has free courses for family members starting in January and February in Naperville and Wheaton. For more information or to register, go to www.namidupage.org (click on Education), or call 630-752-0066, ext. 210.

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Last Weekend’s stewardship of financial gifts...

Weekly Sunday Offertory May 15, 2011 (week 46) Automatic Direct Debit Mailed in & stock donations Total for week *Based on Collection Counters Reports

Fiscal Year (7/1 to 6/30) to date: Weekly Average 7/1/10 to date: Offertory Goal Year to Date Over/short of goal to date: Goal for Fiscal Year 7/1 to 6/30 Remaining for Fiscal Year goal

$20,739

n/a $3,664

$24,403

$1,612,518 $35,055

$1,643,994 ($31,476)

$1,858,400 $245,882

Parish Picnic It is time to plan for our Parish Picnic held in late summer. Once a team is put together we will have a planning meeting. Contact Patti Dougherty 630.355.8980 ext. 109 or pdougherty@stapostle.org. If we each take a small piece, a lot can happen!

Y U St. Thomas Softball Team needs players! The softball team is a noncompetitive women's league that plays at Calvary Church on Tuesday evenings mid May to July. You must be 18 years old to play. If you are interested, please contact Lindsay Grier at linzo425@live.com

St. Thomas Women’s Softball Team Needs...

Fun – Fun – Fun Seniors Trip � Horseshoe Casino, Hammond, Indiana � June 1 � 40 people needed � $15 includes – bus trip, buffet,

and $5 to play RSVP : Tom Dederichs 630.445.5331 or Jan Olah 630.355.8980 x 124 Reservations needed no later then May 16.

JOB OPENING AT DIOCESE OF JOLIET The Diocese of Joliet is seeking an Enrollment Marketing Manager that will lead student recruitment and retention initiatives for the Diocese of Joliet Catholic schools to improve enrollment at selected schools. The Enrollment Marketing Manager is primarily responsible for implementing the Diocesan component of the marketing implementation plan developed as part of the Lighting the Path to Our Future Initiative. A four year degree in marketing and communications or a related field is required. Several years of previous experience in marketing for not-for-profit, service or education organizations is required. Experience in a Catholic school; professional experience in education, sales or admissions preferred. Excellent entrepreneurial, organizational team building, writing, presentation, budgetary, mediation and computer skills required. Must have public speaking and public relations skills; ability to conduct extensive phone and face-to-face conversations with capacity to initiate and manage multiple tasks and activities. Bilingual preferred. To see a more detailed job description look under employment at www.dioceseofjoliet.org. Applicants possessing the necessary qualifications should submit a cover letter and resume with salary history to humanresources@dioceseofjoliet.org.

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Jobs Ministry Weekly Networking Meeting Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m. (after the 8:30 a.m. Liturgy) Gym

Administration Commission THE WEEK AHEAD... Monday, May 23 7:00—9:30 p.m. Coed Volleyball, Gym 7:00—9:00 p.m. Middle School Catechist End of Yr., Lighthouse 7:30—9:30 p.m. Haiti Twinning, Senior Center Tuesday, May 24 7:00—9:00 p.m. Charismatic Prayer Group, Judea 7:00—9:30 p.m. Voices of Faith, Church 7:00—9:00 p.m. Adult Basketball, Gym 7:30—9:00 p.m. Lakota Relationship Mtg., Cana Wednesday, May 25 7:00—7::25 p.m. Rosary, Chapel 7:00—9:00 p.m. Jobs Ministry, Gym Thursday, May 26 9:15—11:15 a.m. Spread the Word Bible Study, Senior Center 7:30—9:00 p.m. Spread the Word Bible Study, Senior Center 7:30—9:30 p.m. Jubilate Rehearsal, Church Friday, May 27 Furlough Day, Building Closed after 8:30 am Mass Saturday, May 28 9:00—10:30 a.m. Men’s Saturday Sharing, Senior Center 4:00—7:00 p.m. RCIA, Senior Center Sunday, May 29 12:00—1:00 p.m. Adult Confirmation Prep, Cana 12:30—1:30 p.m. Baptism, Church

MAY KEYNOTE SPEAKER NIGHT PRESENTATION

Wednesday, May 25, at 7:00 p.m.: Leadership In Tough Times

“Take It Personally!” If you would like to address any of the following: � Frustrated with today's hectic schedules? � Concerned about spending too much time reacting? � Would like to create more balance in your life? � How are you impacted by the "Tyranny of the Ur-

gent"? � Create a vivid mental image of your ideal future? Please attend this interactive workshop to learn how to truly be EFFECTIVE in what you do. Ray Stu-chly is CEO and Mary Erlain is Executive Vice Presi-dent with LMI Riverside. Their workshops are interactive for maximum participation, leaving participants with proven tools that can be put to imme-diate use. Mary is the owner and president of Peak Marketing & Sales, Inc., a business coaching and development firm she founded in 2007. Her passion is working with small to medium-sized businesses. She contin-ues to design and facilitate customized workshops and one-to-one coaching to address the specific needs of each client. Her in-depth knowledge of the market and her vast network of strategic partner experts allows her to address issues facing her clients to enable them to focus on their goals and what it takes to grow their business. Ray has 30 years of experience in executive and management positions. Ray was also responsible for development and training of a nationwide sales organi-zation. He was a certified instructor in quality manage-ment and an instructor at DeVry University and the Keller Graduate School of Management. Ray enjoys public speaking and has facilitated over 500 work-shops in the Midwest.

St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 1500 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL 60563 630.355.8980. Friday meeting formats include announcements, speaker presentation, and 2 rounds of networking. Prepare your elevator speech, and bring handbills to pass out to 20 fellow networkers. Wednesday night is speaker only, no formal networking. Contact Jim Breen jimb4853@yahoo.com for info.

Summer Office Hours

St. Thomas offices will close at Noon on Fridays during the summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day — beginning June 3).The office also closes from 4:30 to 6:30 during the summer.