Our Lady of the Woods Parish Orland Park, Illinois

10731 West 131st Street Orland Park, IL 60462

(708) 361– 4754 Fax (708) 361-5965

parishoffice@ourladyofthewoods.org web site—www.ourladyofthewoods.org

Religious Education Office (708)361-9435

Mission Statement

Under the protection of the Mother of God, we are a faith community called by the Father,

energized by the Son, and moved by the Spirit to unite in witnessing and proclaiming

the Good News. We share in friendship, gather in worship, and do proclaim our desire to minister, welcome,

celebrate and extend His Kingdom.

September 22, 2019 Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Dear Parishioners, Today marks Seminary Sunday. In parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Chicago, seminarians will speak about their vocation and invite to offer support through prayer and financial offerings. The community of Our Lady of the Woods has a special privilege and responsibility in the life of seminarians. This is

our third year as a teaching parish for seminarians. About sixty parishes in the Chicago Archdiocese and Joliet Diocese serve as teaching parishes. Mundelein Seminary has named this program the Tolton Teaching Parish Program after Father Augustus Tolton, the first African-American priest in the Archdiocese and whose cause for sainthood is moving forward. In this ministry we assist the young men in the pastoral formation. They become involved in a number of ministries here at our Lady of the Woods. Many of you have seen these seminarians assisting at Mass as Ministers of Communion or as Lectors. They have greeted you as you have left church during the weeks that they are present. In the past our seminarians have worked in Youth Ministry, RCIA, Catechesis, Service, and much more at Our Lady of the Woods. They do this while fulfilling their full time responsibilities as students. This year we welcome back Deacon Joe Richards and seminarian Jacob Dunne. Both have been part of the teaching parish experience at Our Lady of the Woods the past two years. Joining them this year will be Jacob Zemaitis and Francisco Pagan. Please welcome them as they greet you after Masses this weekend. There is a parish committee that works with our seminarians. This Committee is chaired by John “Murph” Wall. Other members include Joan Davidson, Rick Duda, Roberta Laska, Ellie Olson, Gary Olson, Mary Ellen Stanley, and Dirk Swiderek. The Committee meets at least once a month, providing feedback and support. The committee is very important in their growth and ministry as they represent the wisdom of parishioners. On the weekend of October 13th the seminarians and the Teaching Parish Committee will host hospitality after all Masses. In Christ,

Father Mike

Jake Dunne Francisco Pagan Joe Richards Jacob Zemaitis

REV. MICHAEL G. FOLEY, PASTOR REV. ANDREW M. WAWRZYN, ASSOCIATE PASTOR

MOST REV. JOHN R. GORMAN, RESIDENT REV. ED MIKOLAJCZYK, RESIDENT

REV. WILLIAM J. FINNEGAN, PASTOR EMERITUS DEACON JOHN J. AND TERE MACAROL

MIKE CALLAHAN MICHELLE HILLIARD JOHN MAIER Pastoral Minister Coordinator of Pastoral Care Director of Liturgy SHELLY STANKO KIM DUDA LAURIE LYONS Business/Office Manager Coordinator of Religious Education R.E.P. Parish Outreach DOREEN DAWSON/ ANDY PERZ CHRISTINE COLLINS REP Secretary Director of Music Ministry Youth Minister BRIAN ZIELINSKI NEIL BORGSTROM RON POTEMPA Athletic Coordinator Accompanist Director of Building and Grounds WEEKEND MASSES: BAPTISMS: Sunday at 12:30 PM. Arrangements must Saturday — 8:30 AM, 5:00 PM be made in advance at the Parish Office. Sunday — 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM MARRIAGES: Arrangements should be made at the WEEKDAY MASSES: 6:30 AM & 8:30 AM Parish Office six months in advance. Pre-Cana required. CONFESSIONS: Saturdays at 9:00-9:30 AM REGISTRATION IN THE PARISH: Newcomers are and after 5:00 PM Mass welcome to the Parish and are requested to register at office

PARISH BOUNDARIES: East 80th Ave., (west side), North Rte. 83 (south side), West Bell Rd. (east side) to 123rd Street to Parker Road (east side), South 135th Street (nor th side)

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OUR LADY OF THE WOODS

WEEKLY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Mass—8:00AM, 9:30AM*, 11:00AM & 6:00PM Catechesis of the Good Shepherd/Babysitting—9:30AM Baptisms—12:30PM MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 Mass—6:30 & 8:30AM Bible Study—9:00AM REP—4:30-6:00PM & 6:30-8:00PM Grade 8 Parent/Child Mtg—7:15PM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 Mass–6:30AM & 8:30AM Family Meal Night—6:00PM Book Club Mtg—7:00PM Men’s CRHP Team 5 Mtg—7:00PM Queen of Clergy—7:00PM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 Mass—6:30AM & 8:30AM Palos Hospice Volunteer Training—1:00PM REP—4:30-6:00PM & 6:30-8:00PM Grade 8 Parent/Child Mtg—7:15PM Choir Rehearsal—7:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 Mass—6:30AM & 8:30AM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament—9:00AM-7:00PM Real Presence—9:15AM Contemporary Choir—7:45PM Knights of Columbus Mtg—8:00PM FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 Mass—6:30AM & 8:30AM Wedding Rehearsal—5:30PM BSA Troop 699 Mtg—6:30PM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2019 Mass—8:30AM & 5:00PM Militia of the Immaculata—9:00AM Wedding—3:00PM SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2019 Mass—8:00AM, 9:30AM, 11:00AM & 6:00PM Catechesis of the Good Shepherd/Babysitting—9:30AM Baptisms—12:30PM

Please join us every morning at 7:50 in

Church to say the Rosary. Please stay after Mass for the

Chaplet of the Divine Mercy.

Every Friday after 8:30

Mass a Holy Hour for the Sacred Heart of Jesus with Benediction is hosted. Please feel free to join us.

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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: 4-5 year olds Sundays during 9:30 Mass

Monday: Grades 1-4, 4:30-6 PM Grades 5-8, 6:30-8 PM

Wednesday: Grades 1-5, 4:30-6 PM Grades 6-8, 6:30-8 PM

September 22 29

October 6 13 20 27

November 3 10 17 24

December 1 8

15*

January 12 19 26

February 2 9

16 23

March 1 8

15 22

April 5*

September 23 30

October 7 21 28

November

4 11 18

December 2 9** 16

January 13 27

February 3 10 or 11*

24

March (2***) 9

16 30

Septem-ber

25

October 2 9

23 30

November 6 13 20

December 4 9** 18

January 15 29

February 5 12* 19

April 1

March 4 11 18

PLEASE REPORT ABSENCES BY CALLING

(708) 361-9435

*Family Formation Sessions. Parents and children attend together.

Attendance will be taken.

**Family Mass (Feast of the Immaculate Conception)

5PM or 7PM (12/9)

*December 15: Advent Pageant

**April 5: Palm Sunday Procession

Ash Wednesday, February 26, 2020 REP will sponsor a Children’s

Liturgy at 5:00 PM

2019—2020 Our Lady of the Woods Religious Education

Class Calendar

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If your family or someone close to you is in need, please contact us at

(708) 606-5360. A representative will

return your call as soon as possible

to arrange a confidential conversation.

Confidentiality and compassion are the

cornerstones of our Ministry.

Let us Pray Please join Our Lady of the Woods Parish as we

continue to pray for those who have or are serving in the military. We pray for those who protect our country,

for their safety, and well-being, especially,

Adam Rodrigues Captain John Brooker CPL John P. Cherry

CPL Brandon D. Gabry

LCPL Steve Olson Lt. John Spannuth

Sgt. David A. Delach Colonel Jim Wall

Brian Allen Bryan Lampinen

Sgt. John P. Micham Sgt. Jesus M. Flores

Lt.. Benjamin Feithen SPC Dylan Conover

Sean Girouard CPL Rowen N. Barker

1Lt. Jack McGuire 2Lt. Patrich McGuire

Ian Altieri

Peter Michael Czerwien, Navy Robert Owens Larry Stolinski

Captain Tom Buller Sgt. Greg Danko

Mario Danko PFC Tim Radcliffe

Sgt. David Darwent Gavril Robert Micham Danielle Batton

CPT Brendan Girouard SPC Matthew E. Lodwich

CSM Joseph Cistaro PFC Rebecca Buhs

Major Nicholas Kamon LT Christa Kamon AB Kevin Schwenn AB Sean Schwenn CPT Allen Dagys

Commander Justin T. Halligan Sgt. Gavril

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 8:30AM—Tomislav Lisnk, Sabina Kleinheinz 5:00 PM—Nelson & Studin Families, Frances Miroballi SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 8:00 AM—People of Our Lady of the Woods, Michael & Jean Krapec 9:30 AM—Frank Slomski, Carolyn Collins 11:00 AM—Ann Goldrick, Timothy Haberkorn 6:00 PM—Maria & Carmelo Chiaro, Mickey Rahilly MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 6:30 AM—Anda Ratkovich 8:30 AM—Robert Hauwiller, Martin Winters TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 6:30 AM—Helen Niemiera 8:30 AM—Frank Shubat, John Walsh WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 6:30 AM—Charles & Agnes Maier 8:30 AM—Matthew Wiencek, Will & Lorraine Sullivan THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 6:30 AM—Sharon Salerno 8:30 AM—Richard Spoo, Joseph & Ann Basile FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 6:30 AM—Barry Wawrzyn 8:30 AM—Bob Knox, Fr. John Finnegan SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2019 8:30 AM—Michael Doyle, Stephen & Margaret O’Neil 5:00 PM—Marelyn T. Gorman, Tommy Novak SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2019 8:00 AM—People of Our Lady of the Woods, Ted Andrysiak 9:30 AM—Thomas Novak, John Fishella 11:00 AM—Kathleen Mack, Frank Shubat 6:00 PM—Lynne Pacetti, Donatella Gioiosa

Saturday, September 28, 2019 5:00 PM—Frank Basile, Carmen Alonso, Mary Hauwiller, Sandy Griffin, George Griffin, Pat Leonard, Ann McGovern, Frank Walczak Sunday, September 29, 2019

8:00 AM—Murph Wall, Mary Ellen Stanley, Carol Walsh, Holly Tocci, Mary Reiff, Jim O’Brien, Bridget O’Brien 9:30 AM—Paula DiDomenico,, Sheila Scarim, Guido DiDomenico, Rosemary Grein, Mike Grein, Kim Pearson, Ellie Olson, George Pracz Jane Thomsen—CHOIR Patrick McLaughlin—CHOIR 11:00 AM—Noreen Goldrick, Margaret Goldrick, Roberta Laska, Jan Schneider, Robert Browne, Mary Thompson, Jackie Faber, Mary Jo Pavilon

LECTORS Saturday, September 28, 2019 5:00 PM—Karen Wagner, Mike Gleason Sunday, September 29, 2019 8:00 AM—Ray Perez, Sue Laughran 9:30 AM—Steve Kahn, Gary Olson 11:00 AM—Rick Nogal, Bridget Duffy 6:00 PM—Steve Barstatis, Tom Cleary

USHERS — MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 5:00 PM—George Griffin, Henry Turek, Herb Koch, Len Walejeski 8:00 AM—Tim Kasper, Tom O’Donnell, Mike Lowery, Mike Fornek 9:30 AM—Mike Geirn, Tom Niemiera, Michael F. Ryan, Michael P, Ryan 11:00 AM—John Schultz, Mark Dohm, Rick Paradiso, Jim Stewart 6:00 PM—George Griffin, Diane Banchak

Weekend of September 14/15

God Bless All for your continued generosity to our Parish.

Actual Budget Difference

Week $18,831 $22,000 ($3,169)

Year $234,271 $264,000 ($29,729)

September 28-29 5:00PM—Katherine Konagy, Claire George, Faye Dorsett 8:00AM—Samantha Padgurskis, Leo Burns, TBA

9:30AM—Claudia Wrobel, Michael Yep, Mark Korinek 11:00AM—Jacob Sandowski, Ethan Sandowski, Emma Schroeder 6:00PM—Diana Tan, John Waliczek, Henry Spence

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BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY Our Ministry Team is here to help you

during this difficult time: Michelle Hilliard—708-361-4754

“Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

Matthew 5:4

“Eternal rest grant to them, O Lord.”

Our Deceased:

Jim Bonk

Those needing good health: We wish you comfort and peace Alice Paciga, Ellen Schutzius, Bill Durante, Andrew Schutzius, Bill Owens, Teresa Cender, Rosemarie Noga, Helen Evertowski, Kenneth Vanek, Anne Shanahan, Vicki Wiley, Erin Wiley, Veronica Cullen, Natalie Costa, Holly Fedor, Claire Cichon, Joey Oberholzer, Leianna Tanedo, Linda Curtin, Liam Brown, Mark Monahan, Joe Bruno, Daniel Ray, Catherine Boyle, Don Sloan, Lori Bickham, Robin Moll, Marie Sansone, Lorraine Griffin, Amy Belluomini, Frank Zasadny, Robert Mackovitch, Andrea Brongiel, Zenon Wiercimak, Kris Kahn, Linda Lucas, Bernadette Scalise, Russ Fratto, Marie Day, John Wozniak, Carol Colby, Greg Zander, Ruby McCullough, Neil Brinkman, Bronislawa Krzysiak, Marilyn Seaman, Richard Macarol, Anthony Scalise, Jack Faber, Rich Hook, Theo Van Huis, Ronald Brannon, Lillian Rosinski, Jo DeGroot, Robert Strejc, Brian Raimondi, Jerold Wojcki, Lynn Pacetti, Kate Kelly Sladek, Peter Paciga

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — The Lord never forgets the sins of those who take advantage of the poor (Amos 8:4-7). Psalm — Praise the Lord who lifts up the poor (Psalm 113). Second Reading — God our savior wills everyone to be saved (1 Timothy 2:1-8). Gospel — The one who is trustworthy in small matters is also trustworthy in great ones (Luke 16:1-13 [10-13]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Ezr 1:1-6; Ps 126:1b-6; Lk 8:16-18 Tuesday: Ezr 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20; Ps 122:1-5; Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday: Ezr 9:5-9; Tb:13:2, 3-4abefghn, 7-8; Lk 9:1-6 Thursday: Hg 1:1-8; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lk 9:7-9 Friday: Hg 2:1-9; Ps 43:1-4; Lk 9:18-22 Saturday: Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a; Jer 31:10-12ab, 13; Lk 9:43b-45 Sunday: Am 6:1a, 4-7; Ps 146:7-10; 1 Tm 6:11-16; Lk 16:19-31

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio); Autumn begins Thursday: Ss. Cosmas and Damian Friday: St. Vincent de Paul Saturday: St. Wenceslaus; Blessed Virgin Mary St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions

III. Pablo Zavala & Kellie Taylor September 28, 2019 II. Brian Craven & Samantha Carroll October 4, 2019 I. Anthony Cortese & Devin Sniezewski October 12, 2019

WE WELCOME TO OUR PARISH COMMUNITY: Javier & SarahAguirre Tobias & Cynthia Chukwuegbogu & their daughter Thelma

We Welcome to the Family of God: Evan William Candelario Hayes Charlie Granger Alessandra Lamorte Cora Aurelia O’Connor

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512074 Our Lady of the Woods Church 10731 W 131st Street Orland Park, IL 60462-8308 708-361-4754 Contact: Shelly or Laurie olwparish@aol.com Software Using: Win 7.0 Publisher 2007 Adobe Acrobat 9 Transmission Day/Time: Tuesdays, 11 am Bulletin for Sunday, September 22, 2019 Special Instructions: