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Page 2 St. Florian Parish Baptism of the Lord
CANTORSSATURDAY, January 16
4:00 PM Laurie
SUNDAY, January 178:00 AM Ken9:45 AM Michelle
USHERSJanuary 2015
4:00 PM C. Cowperthwaite, E. Pindara,A. Lubanowski, T. Zalewski,N. Zalewski
8:00 AM A. Wopinski, T. Nester,M. Noworyta, J. Young
9:45 AM E. Lihota, G. Slusarczyk,K. Podgorny, T. Baker,M. Gasior
11:30 AM R. Manriquez, J. Gonzalez,M. Suarez, R. Ortiz
READERSJanuary 2015
4:00 PM J. Struzik8:00 AM B. Frederisy9:45 AM J. Andrade
11:30 AM I. Jimenez
ALTAR SERVERS
SATURDAY, January 164:00 PM J. O’Keefe, J. O’Keefe
SUNDAY, January 178:00 AM J. Salamanca, N. Arreguin9:45 AM A. Villanueva, A. Villanueva
11:30 AM D. Ranos
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERSJanuary 2015
4:00 PM A. BonczekM. CowperthwaiteL. Morse
8:00 AM P. GadusK. GibsonN. Moll
9:45 AM P. MaccagnanoC. MaloneC. Ranos
11:30 AM A. DavilaR. Oseguera
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Weekend, January 9 & 104:00 PM + Lorraine Zalewski Sandy Szatek8:00 AM + Loretta Wopinski Ladies Rosary Sodality9:45 AM + Irene Mosser Marlene Mosser
11:30 AM + Marin Serrato Teofila
Monday, January 117:30 AM + Barney Zalinski Family
Tuesday, January 127:30 AM + Katherine O'Brien Daughter
Wednesday, January 138:00 AM + Walter Burczak Kaniuk Family
Thursday, January 147:30 AM + Patrick Wolterman Winarski, Potter & Ritter Families
End of Watch 12/28/15
Friday, January 157:30 AM + Joseph Huss Stella Marcisz
Saturday, January 167:30 AM + Barney Sliwa Roland & Marlene Cull4:00 PM + Helen Zurawski Family
5th Anniversary
Sunday, January 178:00 AM + Loretta Wopinski Fr. Ben & Marge Nowak9:45 AM + Michael Kopaczewski Reggie
11:30 AM + Hipolita Aranda Family
Week of January 10 January 16The Gifts of Bread & Wine are donated this week in memory of
Helen Zurawski FamilyThe Tabernacle Candle will be lit this week in memory of
Helen Zurawski Family
In Remembrance
Henry Bugajski 12/27/1 5
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Monday January 11Reading 1 Samuel 1:18Gospel Mark 1:1420
Tuesday January 12Reading 1 Samuel 1:920Gospel Mark 1:2128
Wednesday January 13 St. HilaryReading 1 Samuel 3:110, 1920Gospel Mark 1:2939
Thursday January 14Reading 1 Samuel 4:111Gospel Mark 1:4045
Friday January 15Reading 1 Samuel 8:47, 1022aGospel Mark 2:112
Saturday January 16Reading 1 Samuel 9:14, 1719; 10:1aGospel Mark 2:1317
Sunday January 17 2nd Sunday In Ordinary TimeReading I Isaiah 62:15Reading II 1 Corinthians 12:411Gospel John 2:111
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
We pray for...Barbara Anderson, Michael Auld, Loretta Borowski,Michael Boston, Grant Joseph Bradtke, KevinChocholek, Rickey Cholipski, Austin Cichy,Philip Corich, Martin Covarrubias, Mary LouCowperthwaite, Jim Cummings, Dorita De Cardona, DavidDonahue, Catherine Drilling, Rosie Dunmore, MariettaFalbo, Laurie Ferry, Charlotte Frjelich, Bob Frjelich, IrmaGarcia, Allysa Garcia, Yesenia Guajardo, Rosa GuadalupeGuajardo, Sara Janet Guzman, Helen Hennessy, MaryannHenney, Ray Holloway, Charlene Jones, Edward Kawa,Larry Kawa, Ron Keene, Karen Kil, Bob Konecek, MarthaKowalkowski, Helen Larson, John Larson, Beth Lasseter,Steve Livak, Thomas J. Lohr, Katharina Makara, Joseph B.Mistarz, Jr., Joe Moncada, Ricardo Morales, Genoveva Nateras,Policarpo Naya, Shirley Ostrowski, Felicia Pancer, JamesRago, John Rosmanitz, Steven Schwartz, Jo Shanahan, PaulSherman, Lillian Smierciak, Alfonso Soto, Irene Stincic,Chestine Trzupek, Asunción Villalpondo, Rita Wilck, DianneWilliams, Jim Winter, Chris Wopinski, Stanley Wrona, Sr.,Melissa Young, Residents of HammondWhiting CareCenter and Residents of Dolton Health Care Center andResidents of Burnham Terrace.
We pray for the homebound, sick and hospitalized. If your nameappears in the above list and you no longer wish to be includeddue to recovery, please contact the Rectory at (773) 6464877.
Steve's Presents
St. Florian Church
FundraiserBuffet
Sunday, January 24, 2016From 11:00am to 3:00pm
At Steve's13200 S. Baltimore Avenue, Chicago
Mark your calendars! On January 24, 2016 St. FlorianChurch will host a fund raiser buffet at Steve's fea-turing a delicious menu that includes:
Steve's Famous Fried ChickenSteve's Homemade Polish Sausage and Sauerkraut
Baked HamMeatballs
Mashed potatoesMixed vegetables
Garden Salad with Steve's Famous DressingMixed fruit
Pierogi (tentative)DesertCoffeeTeaMilk
Iced Tea
A cash bar will be available, featuring this area'slargest selection ofcraft beers.
ADULTS: $25.00
CHILDREN 10 YEARS & UNDER: $10.00
There is now a sign up sheet on the table in the backof church or please call (773) 550-5218 for reser-vations.
Call today!
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Anyone interested in renting Konsowski Hall,please call the rectory for more information.
Don't forget to put your email addresson your envelope.
You only need to do this once. If you have already sub-mitted your email address, you do not need to do it again.
If you are new to the parish, stop in the rectory to register.
We have been blessed with the gift of longevityand that gift is challenging us to rethink andredesign the places we live in and the relationshipsthat sustain us as we age up. Our own conventhere at St. Florian is fast becoming an oppor-tunity for innovative housing and supportivenetworks to navigate the road ahead. It is funand exciting to be part of this new communityand what it means for the parish as well asourselves. Sign up to learn more about it, orgo to the website at: www.reopeningdoors.com.
For information call (312) 415-3503.
ST. FLORIAN CHURCH
is now on Facebook.
Information and events will be posted on the
Florian Hegewisch user page.
Initial Offering EnvelopesPlease remember to use your Initial Offering En-velope in the January packet. A suggested donationof $10.00 will help defray the cost of printing andmailing contribution envelopes.
Christmas OfferingsThank you to those who have responded so generouslywith your Christmas envelopes. If you have not yet hadthe opportunity to complete your Christmas offering tothe parish, you may continue to do so throughout themonth of January. We will then make a final report ofall Christmas offerings received.
St. Florian ParishVolunteer Appreciation Party
─ ADULTS ONLY─
Saturday - February 6, 2016
Yes, I have volunteered my time and talent and willattend the celebration!
Name(s): ________________________________
Number ofAdults attending: _________
(Please reply via the collection basket or at the rectoryor school office)
Saturday, Febuary 6th
5:00pm to 7:30pm(In the School Gymnasium)
Be sure to respond by Monday, January 25th so wecan count you in!
Volunteers are people who are willing to give ofthemselves—time, talent, treasure—for the goodof the whole community. Volunteers do not get paidfor what they do. Many people volunteer at St. Florianand for this we are most grateful. Please come andenjoy dinner and a fun time as our way of sayingthank you for all you do! (Spouses welcome)
Appreciation Party!
General Pulaski Council #3323Knights ofColumbus
Spaghetti DinnerIf you like our pancake breakfast, then you'll love ourspaghetti dinner. The dinner will include: Salad, Bread& Butter, Dessert, Coffee, Milk and "All You Care ToEat Spaghetti & Meatballs with Meat Sauce", all for just$8.00 per person, $5.00 for kids 10 and under. The dinnerwill be held on January 16th from 4pm until 7pm at theSt. Columba Social Center 13323 S. Greenbay Avenuein Hegewisch. Plenty ofparking available.
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What does it mean to be a Parishioner?1 . It means to be officially REGISTERED in the rectory!We need your family information in our businesssystem.
2. What are some of the benefits ofbeing a REGISTEREDparishioner? You can get a list of your annual donationsto use for tax purposes. As a REGISTERED parish-ioner, you can receive sacraments, be a sponsor/witnessfor someone else receiving sacraments.
3 . Are there any other ways to become a REGISTEREDparishioner? NO.
Que significa ser un Parroquiano1 . Significa estar oficialmente REGISTRADO en larectorial Necesitamos la información de su familia ennuestro sistema de negocio.
2. Cuales son algunos de los beneficios de estar REGI-STRADO como parroquiano:
• Pueden obtener una lista de sus donaciones anualescon propósito de reportar en sus impuestos.
• Como un parroquiano REGISTRADO, puede recibirsacramentos, ser padrino/testigo para alguien queeste recibiendo los sacramentos.
3 . Hay otras maneras que pueda hacerse un parroquianoREGISTRADO? NO.
visit us at www.stflorianschool.org
St. Florian SchoolHappenings...
2015 2016 REGISTRATION!Registration is on going for 3 & 4 year old Pre-school through Grade 8. For further information,please contact the school office at: 773-646-2868.
Mission Statement of St. Florian School
Our mission is to provide each student with aCatholic education in all areas. The faculty andschool families join the parish staff and fellowparishioners to form a living Catholic faith com-munity. Our school population is multicultural andfosters sensitivity to the needs of all. We promotethe students' burning desire for learning. Througheducation, service, support, formation and challenge,the students are called to realize their potentialspiritually, socially, and intellectually. For onehundred years our school has been committed tocarry out the Gospel values of Jesus Christ on adaily basis.
St. Florian School NewsSt. Florian offers classes for grades PreK through8th. Classes are small, so individualized attentioncan be given to students.We offer half day and fullday preschool for 3 and 4 year olds. Students receiveinstruction in computers, Physical Education andMusic in addition to the regular curriculum. Extendedday care before and after school is available forworking families. We have a very successful athleticprogram for both boys and girls. They can be in-volved in basketball, volleyball and cheerleading.Tuition assistance is available. View our websiteat http://stflorianschool.org.
St. Florian Paper RecyclingDon't forget to bring your old paper to St.Florian. You can recycle it in the big binsbehind the school.
Bowling Fundraiser for St. Florian SchoolWhere: Olympia Lanes in Hammond Indiana
4150 Calumet Avenue
Date: January 16, 2016Time: 9:00 pm check-in and buffet
10:00 pm Bowling Starts
Cost: $50.00 per couple in advance$60.00 per couple at the door
*Tickets available in the school office after Christmas
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MARK YOUR CALENDARJan 11 Young at Heart (KH) 1 :00pmJan 12 Bible Study (KH) 7:00pmJan 14 Choir Rehearsal (Church) 10:00amJan 21 Choir Rehearsal (Church) 10:00amJan 21 Conf. Sponsor Meeting (KH) 7:00pm
Please pray for ourService Members:Eugene Zmija, U.S Air Force SSgt David Burks, U.S. Army Sgt Eric L. Abram, U.S. Air Force Lt. Commdr. Nicholas Garcia, U.S.Navy Pilot SPC Mark J. Dancer, U.S. Army Aaron Alvarez, U.S Navy MSgt James Ritchie,U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Conner, U.S.Marine Corps Sgt. Michael Marszalek, U.S. Army Robert A. Islas, Jr., U.S Navy Cpl Kristin Pala,US. Marine Corps Capt. Lisa Klekowski, US.Army PFC Patrick Paskiewicz U.S. Army PVT David Cook, US Army Petty Officer SecondClass Laura A Tomczak, U.S Navy LTC PeterAllen Kubas, U.S. Army A1C Kelly Shanahan,U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. ChristopherSaberniak, U.S. Air Force A1C NicolaosHofbauer, U.S. Air Force Sgt. Ernest Silva,U.S. Marine Corps Jonathan Daniel Ladowski,U.S. Marine Corps.
If you know of a family member who is no longerserving, please contact the Rectory at 6464877 sothey may be removed from this prayer list.
St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box $109.00St. Vincent de Paul Society In the life of MotherTeresa, the Two Commandments — To love Godand to love our neighbor — are inseparable. Inher life and work she exemplifies the relationshipbe-tween the two: How, if we do not love God wecan-not love our neighbor, and if we do not loveour neighbor we cannot love God.
2016 Calendars
Our special thanks toElmwood Chapel for
sponsoring our 2016 parishcalendars. If you haven’ treceived a calendar yet, pleasesee one of the ushers after Mass.
WEEKLY OFFERINGS
Dec 2015 Jan 2016Sunday Collections 26 & 27 2 & 3
4:00pmMass $ 750.00 $ 618.008:00amMass $ 1 ,135.23 $ 466.549:45amMass $ 384.00 $ 636.0011 :30amMass $ 415.00 $ 511 .56
Mailed Donations $ 225.00 $ 488.00Votives $ 167.00 $ 200.76Actual Received $ 3,076.23 $ 2920.86vs Budgeted Goal -$ 4,500.00 -$ 4,500.00Deficit $1,423.77 $ 1,579.14
Energy - Loose & Envelopes $ 269.00 $ 491 .84All Souls Day $ 0.00 $ 10.00Thanksgiving SVDP $ 0.00 $ 10.00Imaculate Conception $ 0.00 $ 20.00Christmas Flowers $ 786.00 $ 40.00Initial Offering $ 0.00 $ 560.00Religious Retirement $ 10.00 $ 10.00Building Improvement $ 60.00 $ 96.00Maintenance $ 45.00 $ 225.00
2015 Charitable Contributions - Statements forthe 2015 tax year will be processed by request only.Please fill out the form below and return it to therectory by January 29th. We will mail requestedstatements by the end of the month.
Please send a 2015 contribution statement to me:
Name: _______________________________
Address: _______________________________
_______________________________
(return form via collection basket or at the rectory)
Tax StatementsAs in the past, we will not be sending tax state-ments to everyone this year. If you would like astatement of your 2015 church contributions, pleasecall the rectory and leave your name address andphone number so it can be mailed to you, Or youcan fill out the form below and drop it in theoffering basket.
TO ALL WHO CELEBRATEWhether visitors, long-time residentsor newly arrived in the Parish, we
Thank God for you.
If you are not registered,or there is a change in your address,
or telephone number,please fill out the form and place it in oneof our collection baskets or mail it to
the Rectory
Thank You
Name: _____________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Address: _____________________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________
Please CheckOne:
___NewParishioner ___NewPhone Number
___NewAddress ___Moving, Remove
fromRegister
MemorialsAnd Gifts ofRemembrance
Youmay remember your deceased loved ones in thefollowing ways:
DonationDailyMasses $ 10
Tree ofLife Gold Leaf $ 100Small Stone $ 500Large Stone $1 ,000
The Tabernacle Candlewill be lit inmemory of. . . $ 10
The Gifts ofBread andWineare donated inmemory of. . . $ 15
Please remember St. Florian Parishin your estate planning
YourGift, Your Parishwww.parishgift.org
Mission Statement ofSt. Florian Parish Pastoral Council
St. Florian Parish Pastoral Council is a group ofparishioners who work together with the pastor toact as a consultative body for the parish. Ourmission is to build a prayerful, evangelizing andwelcoming spirit for the benefit of the faithcommunity.
MISSION STATEMENT of ST. FLORIAN PARISH
We are Roman Catholics of prayer, service and long-standing tradition guided by thespirit to meet the direct needs of out parishioners and neighboring community in ademanding social environment. We strive to achieve a sense of justice, responsibility,prayerfulness, communication and unity by providing:
• All individuals the opportunity of receiving sacraments• The proper educational environment spiritually, morally, academically• A channel for corporal works of mercy• A time and place for social gathering and fellowship
Our goals and objectives will be accomplished through encouraging active participationin dialogue, evangelization, stewardship, prayer and love.
Worship
Altar ServersChoirs, Cantors & MusiciansMinisters ofCommunionLiturgy CommitteeMinistry ofCare
Ministry ofConsolationMinistry ofLectorsFaith Sharing GroupsUshers & GreetersBible Study
Education andAdult Formation
Elementary School(Pre-K through 8th)
Baptismal PreparationR.C.I.A.
Parish Pastoral CouncilReligious EducationVacation Bible School
Evangelization Committee
ServiceGarden Club
Finance CouncilSt. Vincent de Paul
Parish/School OrganizationsHoly Name SocietyKnights ofColumbus
Parents’ ClubLadies Rosary Sodality
Young at HeartAthletic Association