ST. ANTHONY CATHOLIC CHURCHST. ANTHONY CATHOLIC CHURCHST. ANTHONY CATHOLIC CHURCH FRANKFORT, ILFRANKFORT, ILFRANKFORT, IL

Fr. Smith, Fr. Sponder and the St. Anthony Parish Staff

wish all a safe and blessed Christmas!

DATE DAY UPCOMING EVENTS LOCATION TIME

OFFICES/FACILITIES CLOSED MONDAY, DECEMBER 26 THRU MONDAY, JANUARY 2

OFFICE RETURNS ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 3

REP CLASSES RESUME SUNDAY, JANUARY 8

PRESCHOOL RETURNS MONDAY, JANUARY 9

3 Jan TUES Tuesday Morning Prayer Group Padua Center ESA 9:30 AM

3 Jan TUES Holy Spirit Prayer Group Padua Center 7:00 PM

4 Jan WED Sew N Sews Memenas Hall 10:00 AM

8 Jan SUN REP Classes [7:45-11:25 AM] AND [5:00-6:15 PM] Padua Center 7:45-11:25 AM 5:00-6:15 PM

SUN, JAN 8 SANTO NINO DE CEBU FIESTA CELEBRATION AND SINALOG

NOVENA 1:30 PM MASS 2:00 PM IN THE CHURCH

FELLOWSHIP TO FOLLOW MEMENAS HALL

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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S MASS SCHEDULE CHRISTMAS EVE

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 4:00 PM, 6:30 PM

and 10:00 PM

CHRISTMAS DAY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM

NEW YEAR’S EVE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31

5:00 PM

NEW YEAR’S DAY SUNDAY, JANUARY 1

7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 6:30 PM

December 18, 2016

Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 7:30 AM

9:00 AM 10:30 AM 6:30 PM

Other Total

WEEKLY BUDGET UNDER BUDGET

$ 4,912.00 $ 3,416.00 $ 3,568.00 $ 3,425.00 $ 2,128.35 $ 1,330.00 $ 18.779.35 $ 20,000.00 $ (1,220.65)

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP

Thank You For Your Generosity

Thank you to all who chose to use electronic giving for Sunday contributions. E-giving posts once a month. If interested, call the Parish Office at 815-469-3750 or complete and return the authorization form on pg. 12.

PLEASE REMEMBER ST. ANTHONY CHURCH IN YOUR WILL.

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Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response.

YOUR GIFT MAKES A DIFFERENCE!

If you haven’t made your contribution consider doing so at www.jolietdioceseappeal.org, via email, or return a Commitment/In-Pew Weekend envelope. One pledge makes a difference, especially when combined with other pledges throughout the diocese. Prayerfully consider your financial support to the 2016 “Chosen By God’s Grace” Annual Appeal.

OUR PARISH GOAL: $115,448.00

AMOUNT PLEDGED: $130,648.00

AMOUNT PAID: $128,747.00

We have 562 donors.

Parish Offices/Facilities Closed December 26 through January 2

(Offices reopen Tuesday, January 3)

REP Christmas Break December 25 through January 2

(Classes resume Sunday, January 8)

Preschool Christmas Break December 23 through January 5

(Classes resume Monday, January 9)

Parish Holiday Closures

USN Lt. Joseph I. Bush USN Petty Officer Matt Campolattara Sr. Airman Antonio Cap Pvt. US Army Sean Cap Sr. Airman Lawrence Clark Seaman Brianne Dillman ITSN Donald Hammond

Alexis Filippo Charvet 1st LT Army Defense Cpl. Ryan L. Gower Petty Officer William Hartley Army Pvt. Arturo Gutierrez de Velasco Cpl Michael Horbaczewski Capt. Timothy Hornik Mjr. Thomas John-T.J. Hornick LCDR John P. Ladowicz LCDR Timothy Ladowicz LTC Alejandro Lopez Airman 1st Class Matthew Lusson Lt. Cmdr. Daniel Papp Seaman Bridget Reynolds Spec E4 Michael Santoyo Tech. Sgt. Michelle Shalloup Petty Officer Thomas F. Shereck 2nd Lt. Tyler Smith Lt. Kyle R. Smolek USAF Lt. Joseph P. Stanek Sgt. James Talley 2nd Lt. US Army Vincent Teodoro Corpsman Jonathan Waters Lt. Thomas M. Zager

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR

TO OUR MILITARY

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK

LIVING the

WORD

LIVING the

WORD

THIS WEEK’S FOCUS: THE LIGHT THAT HELPS US SEE

All the ends of the earth see the saving power of God because God’s Light from Light — Jesus Christ — shines for all to see, and for all to be able to see.

FIRST READING All the ends of the earth will behold the salvation of our God (Isaiah 52:7-10). This reading tells of how the LORD comforts His people and that it is the LORD Himself who will comfort His people. Throughout these chapters the LORD insists that He Himself will intervene. We hear the phrases like “I will rescue,” “I will redeem,” “I will create,” etc. This is fulfilled in the birth of the Babe of Bethlehem, for the Child is God among us. The prophet struggles to find words appropriate for this announcement. It is glad tidings, an announcement of peace, and of good news.

SECOND READING God has spoken to us through the Son, the very imprint of God's being (Hebrews 1:1-6). The author speaks of how God revealed His Word through the prophets of old. This was a wonderful gift, but the prophets spoke in human words. Human words always fall short. There had to be many prophets, because none was ever fully successful in revealing God’s Word to His people. This is why God chose to send His own Son, Jesus, the only-begotten Son of God, as the Word of God, the perfect expression of who God is and what He asks of us. The last part of this reading tries to establish Jesus as superior to the angels. Angels are totally spiritual beings. Jesus took on our flesh, so some wondered whether angels might be superior to Him. Our author argues that

Jesus is the Son of God and above every angel.

GOSPEL The Word became flesh; from His fullness we have all received grace (John 1:1-18 [1-5, 9-14]). Before Jesus was born in the flesh in Bethlehem, He already existed. Although the Old Testament authors did not know it, they were actually writing about Jesus whenever they wrote about Wisdom. When this hymn speaks about the Word being in the world and the world not knowing it, it is not speaking about the rejection of Jesus and Israel’s rejection of all the prophets whom Yahweh sent to call her to conversion. God did not consider our material world to be evil, but rather decided to join us and thus bless and consecrate this created world, and so the Word became flesh. Jesus is full of grace and truth: God loves us with a covenant love and God is always faithful. Jesus is God’s Love and faithfulness incarnate. Jesus reveals who God is.

REFLECTION Christmas celebrates the Light of God’s Word-Made-Flesh. Light comes in many forms. Some light is direct. Others are a mere reflection of another source. The glow of a candle, lights on a highway, motion detectors, and lamps in our homes lessen darkness, offer comfort, provide guidance, calm fears, and help us see. Lights in church tell us God is here. Jesus, the Word, is the Light that no darkness can overcome; but at times it seems as though darkness is overcoming the light. While these words on this page were being written, a series of terrorist attacks changed the lives of many and more senseless shootings took place in our cities. News reports often pay more attention to darkness than the lights of people who hold a dying stranger, welcome others into their homes, and protest the violence. These sisters and brothers testify to the power of Light, like John the Baptist. They help us see glimpses of God-with-us. Their actions announce glad tidings and bears the good news that the Light of Christ is stronger. Small deeds speak loudly. Our words and deeds give birth to Jesus each day. They testify that the seemingly impossible can happen, that is, God’s light grows stronger when our actions and presence reflect that God is here. Celebrate Christmas as people of hope who give praise and thanks for Jesus Christ. Restore peace by offering comfort and hope in actions that make God’s glory known. Let the light of our lives match the lights that decorate our trees and homes to lessen the darkness, offer comfort, give guidance, calm fears, and help all see that God is here.

Sunday, December 25, 2016

Scripture Reflections for

NATIVITY OF OUR LORD, JESUS CHRIST

Monday, Dec. 26 Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59

Mt 10:17-22

Tuesday, Dec. 27 1 Jn 1:1-4

Jn 20:1a, 2-8

Wednesday, Dec. 28 1 Jn 1:5—2:2

Mt 2:13-18

Thursday, Dec. 29 1 Jn 2:3-11 Lk 2:22-35

Friday, Dec. 30 Sir 3:2-6, 12-14

Mt 2:13-15, 19-23

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 26 8:00 AM ST. STEPHEN, FIRST MARTYR Richard Kipper/Family TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27 8:00 AM ST. JOHN, APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST Eric Fatla (Sixth Anniversary)/Mom and Dad WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28 8:00 AM THE HOLY INNOCENTS, MARTYRS Gloria Nunez/Family THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29 8:00 AM ST. THOMAS BECKET, BISHOP AND MARTYR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30 8:00 AM HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE ST. SYLVESTER, POPE 5:00 PM Bridie Heslin/John and Robyn O’Donnell SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 MARY, MOTHER OF GOD NEW YEAR’S DAY 7:30 AM For the Parish Family of St. Anthony William Blocker/Wife, Norma Margaret Johnson/Joan Johnson 9:00 AM Kelsey Raven/Sew N Sews 10:30 AM Christina Lindsay Finley/Mom and Dad 6:30 PM For the Parish Family of St. Anthony

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK POLICY ON MASS INTENTIONS

Church Law, Canon 948 states that “separate Masses are to be applied for the intentions for which an individual offering has been made and accepted. The priest who accepts such offerings is bound in justice to satisfy the obligations personally or by committing them to another (Cc. 989, 954-55).” In 1991, the Congregations of the Clergy issued a decree in which permission was given to accept several offerings for a collective intention at a single Mass. The following regulations must be observed :

1) The donors must be informed of and consent to the combining of their offerings before the Mass at which the collective intention is. 2) The time and place for the Mass must be announced. 3) The practice may not be observed more than

twice a week. 4) The offerings are to be placed in the general funds of the parish.

These collective intentions will be held at St. Anthony Parish on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the year, provided the day does not fall on a Church Feast or Holiday, such as Christmas.

No more than five intentions can be celebrated at each of these two Masses. These intentions will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. All other Masses will be offered for a single intention only, in accord with Church Law.

If you would like to have your Mass intention offered sooner than the parish can accommodate, Mass intentions can be sent to the Joliet Chancery Office where they will be sent to retired priests, who will offer them at their convenience. Only one Mass intention a day can be accepted by any priest.

If you need any clarification of this policy, please see the Pastor at your convenience.

PRAY FOR OUR FAMILY

For the Deceased

Christian Zigman Husband of Loretta Father of Daughter, Michelle Moyle and Son, Todd Zigman “Eternal rest, grant unto him, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.”

ADORATION CHAPEL OF MERCY Would You Consider

Becoming an Adorer? Available Open Hours of Adoration

Sunday: Midnight to 5 am; 1, 3, 11 pm Monday: Midnight to 6, 10, 11 am; Noon, 2, 11 pm Tuesday: Midnight to 4, 10, 11 am; 1, 8 pm Wednesday: Noon, 3, 4, 8, 10 pm Thursday: Midnight to 4 am; Noon, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11 pm Friday: Midnight to 4, 10, 11 am; 1, 3, 4, 5 pm Saturday: Midnight to 5, 9, 11 am; Noon, 1, 3, 4, 6 to 11 pm

If interested please contact Soledad: text 815- 236-3387 or email soledadshereck@yahoo.com. I will need your name, phone number, day(s) and hour(s) you are interested to cover. If you can’t make it every week, please become a substitute adorer or have a partner to cover when you can't. Soledad Shereck, Adoration Chapel Coordinator

EUCHARIST DISTRIBUTION

You may have noticed changes in the way the Eucharist is being distributed.

In order to preserve the reverence in the Eucharist, it was decided to move the station from the back to the front of the church. We invite all who are physically able to join us in the front for Communion. Those who are not able, the Eucharist will be provided. Please notify an usher when you come to Mass. Once the side aisles are finished, ministers will come to the back of church. When you see the ministers approach please raise your hand. Thank you for your patience in this transition. For questions, call Dcn. Joe Johnson, 815-469-3750, x 111.

Venice Padua Florence Assisi Siena Rome

INFORMATION MEETINGINFORMATION MEETINGINFORMATION MEETING THURSDAY, FEB. 2, 2017

PADUA CENTER ST. ANTHONY ROOM 7:00 PM

ElevenElevenEleven---Day ClassicalDay ClassicalDay Classical

Italy PilgrimageItaly PilgrimageItaly Pilgrimage Hosted by Fr. Smith Hosted by Fr. Smith Hosted by Fr. Smith

and Fr. Sponderand Fr. Sponderand Fr. Sponder

Dear Parishioners, Father Smith and Father Sponder are now planning an exciting faith pilgrimage and tour of Classical Italy which will include very special visits, devotions and Masses. Highlights of the trip will include: VENICE — beautiful architecture along the spectacular canals; PADUA — the home of Saint Anthony; FLORENCE — the art capital of the world; ASSISI — the birthplace of the Franciscan Order; SIENA — the birthplace of Saint Catherine; and ROME — home to some of the greatest shrines of Christianity, the Vatican and its museums, and of course Pope Francis! Visits to the ancient ruins, ornate monuments, great food and opportunities for shopping will also be a part of the tour. There will be an informational meeting held in the St. Anthony Room in the Padua Center on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, at 7pm. Please consider coming and bring a friend to learn more about the tour, cost and details. Sue Jackson, tour guide from Italy will be on hand to answer any questions. We hope to see you then!

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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

ST. ANTHONY CONFERENCE

Today we celebrate the Feast of Christmas and hear how the shepherds found Mary and Joseph and the Infant lying in the manger. Then they left glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen.

Your gifts to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul helped those who are poor and suffering to find Emmanuel and they also came to know that “God is with us.” Thank you!

December 25, 2016 — Page Seven Nativity of Our Lord, Jesus Christ

Please join Bishop Conlon to celebrate his

40th Priesthood Anniversary Jubilee Mass

Sunday, January 15, 2017 11:00 AM

Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus 604 North Raynor Avenue

Joliet Reception to follow in the Commons

JOYFUL AGAIN WIDOWED MINISTRY Widowed? Holidays difficult?

Need understanding and healing? Come to the retreat/workshop Jan. 21/22, 2017, at Our Lady of the Angels House of Prayer (located in Lemont on Alvernia Manor’s campus). Includes overnight and meals. Limited space. Register early. Contact joyfulagain7211@gmail.com Call 708-354-7211. See their video on their website www.joyfulagain.org.

ATTENTION — HELP NEEDED USHERS We are looking for Ushers (Teens and Adults) to help with all Masses, especially 6:30 pm Mass. If you are interested, please call Dan Walenga at 708-227-3907.

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Exploring Priesthood Weekend This is a retreat designed to help men discern God’s call to the diocesan priesthood. To be called by God to serve him as a priest means to have one’s soul stirred deep within. Throughout a weekend of prayer, discussion, presentations of diocesan priesthood and group interaction, men begin to better understand God’s movement in their life. Exploring Priesthood Weekends are held at Mundelein Seminary, 1000 E. Maple Ave., Mundelein, IL. Mundelein Seminary is located about 40 miles north of downtown Chicago and easily accessible by car or train. Transportation is available to and from O’Hare Airport by request.

What Happens On These Weekends? There are presentations on: Practical steps for discerning a vocation; values of priesthood; seminary life, academics, spiritual formation and pastoral ministry; seminarians share their vocation stories. There are several worship opportunities including the celebration Mass. Men are encouraged to ask questions, interact with seminarians and priests, pray in chapels, walk the grounds, or use the recreational facilities (pool, gymnasium, weight room). By fully engaging in the opportunities provided on the retreat, men are more able to understand where God is leading them.

How Do I Register? 1. Register with the Joliet Vocation Office online at www.dioceseofjoliet.org/vocations 2. Register with Mundelein Seminary by contacting Fr. Francis Bitterman, 312-534-8298

(fbitterman@archchicago.org) or Marianne Hadden, 847-970-4851 (mhadden@usml.edu)

For more Information Contact: Fr. Burke Masters Joliet Diocese Vocation Director, 815-221-6171 — vocations@dioceseofjoliet.org

Please pray for these December Vocations: 25 Fr. Raed Bader, Fr. Brad Baker 26 Sr. Maria del Rocio G. Castillo 25 Sr. Maria Teresa Gaytan, Sr. Maria Teresa Gonzalez 25 Sr. Esperanza Herrera HJ 27 Sr. Araceli Perez, Sr. Judith Perez 25 Sr. Maria G. Romero HJ 28 Bishop R. Daniel Conlon 29 Sr. Arlene Ashack, Sr. Maria Bierer 25 Sr. Marietta Brummel, Sr. Marguerite Caulfield 25 Sr. Elizabeth Crotty, Sr. Kay Foley, Sr. Lorna Hays 25 Sr. Mary Alfred Guillard, Sr. Irene Howell IBVM 30 Fr. John Balluff, Fr. Dindo Billote 31 Dcn. Ronnie Gagnon, Dcn. John Gibbons 25 Dcn. Thomas Goebel, Dcn. George Goes 25 Dcn. Jerry Gregoire, Dcn. Carl Gregorich

PRAY FOR VOCATIONS DIOCESAN EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTER (DERC) Office of Justice and Peace Office

We are an employment network under the Joliet Diocese Justice and Peace Office with an active ministry that connects the business community to job seekers. We help job seekers in a variety of ways and have a local business free job board. DERC has a business development team, a marketing team, and a team that manages HR resources for job seekers. Beef up your resume with experience, get involved in some great volunteer work, and make great connections for your Church and yourself. Contact Christine Kieta at 630-655-1201 or email Christine.kieta@gmail.com. Visit www.dioceseofjoliet.org/derc, find us on Facebook under Diocesan Employment Resource Center, or on Twitter@DERCJobs.

EXPLORING PRIESTHOOD WEEKEND

MUNDELEIN SEMINARY JANUARY 20-22, 2017

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NOVENA NOVENA —— 1:30 PM 1:30 PM MASS MASS —— 2:00 PM 2:00 PM Procession, Sinulog and Hudaka Procession, Sinulog and Hudaka (Fellowship) to follow(Fellowship) to follow ST. ANTHONY CHURCHST. ANTHONY CHURCH MEMENAS HALLMEMENAS HALL Fr. Greg Skowron, CelebrantFr. Greg Skowron, Celebrant

For More Information Please Contact:

Dr. Cesar & Lilia Cumba, 815-954-6913 Dennis & Carmencita Bermejo 815-372-2705 Eden Espina, 708-351-3744 Carlos & Marisa Marquita, 847-679-0417 Eugene & Shirley Tan, 847-208-4528 Sherwin & Jean Jaculbe, 773-865-7081

Augustin & Resze Sayon, 312-823-4944 Marius & Melba Canoy, 815-469-0335 Aileen Barnhart, 815-400-4595 Rudy & Leticia Fabricante, 331-201-7333 Ricardo & Thelma Codina, 773-505-7103 Dr. Carlito Orig 808-546-9870

SUNDAY,SUNDAY, JANUARY 8JANUARY 8

Knights of Columbus Council #9770 Saint Anthony Community Blood Drive

Sunday, January 15 8:30 am-12:30 pm Memenas Hall

To schedule an appointment, please contact Roger at 815-464-0875 or sign up online at www.heartlandbc.org or text APPT to 444-999. #Don8bld Prepare for your donation: Eat well — Stay hydrated — Bring Photo ID.

PART OF VERSIT

$10

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Weekly Gospel/Homily Reflections…

W e have many ways that we communicate

with one another and many tools that help us to express ourselves. It's interesting that each form of communication has its particular usefulness. Sometimes we find that we prefer to write someone a letter rather than talk to them. In a letter, our words can be saved and read over and over again. Sometimes this is important to us. Other times, when we wish to communicate with a large number of people quickly, the convenience and speed of e-mail is preferred. However, when we need an answer to a question immediately, we would probably pick up the telephone. Just as we have many ways in which we communicate with one another, God has communicated with His People in a variety of ways. All of Scripture is God's communication to us, which is why we call this the Word of God. In Scripture, we also learn that God has spoken with His people in a variety of ways. God spoke to Moses from a burning bush; He communicated to Mary through an angel. Today's Gospel also talks about the Word of God. At Christmas, we celebrate the self-communication of God in the person of Jesus. Jesus is God's Word made flesh for our salvation. We call this the Incarnation.

Question for Children: How do you experience Jesus when you give a gift to someone else?

Question For Adults: Why is knowing Jesus important in your life?

To re-read the Gospel to assist with your weekly reflection, go to: www.usccb.org/bible/readings. Click to the right of the calendar for the week’s readings and scroll to “Gospel”.

Saint Anthony Church Religious Education Program

SESSION TIMES: Session 1 7:45 - 8:50 am Session 2 9:00 - 10:10 am Session 3 10:15 - 11:25 am Session 4 5:00 - 6:15 pm Wednesday 4:30 - 5:45 pm

815-469-6072 REP@stanthonyfrankfort.com

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Dear Families,

May we all remember that the greatest gift we can give our children this Christmas Season is for us to be Happy and Joyful. May the Holy Spirit help us to enjoy and treasure those God has given us to love in each moment He has given us to live! May we always be mindful of the great and unfathomable love of Jesus and all the gifts we have been blessed with.

May you have a Merry Christmas and a Very Blessed New Year!

Deacon Tony, Diane and Kathy

Dear REP Volunteers,

In the seeds we plant in the hearts of young Catholics lies the hope of a better world. A special THANK YOU to everyone who so generously donates their time, skills, and talent to helping our students to see and respond to God in their lives and come to know how much God LOVES them!

May you have a Merry Christmas and a Very Blessed New Year!

Deacon Tony, Kathy and Diane

IMPORTANT REP DATES CHRISTMAS BREAK

REP Office is closed until January 3, 2017 REP Classes Resume January 8 and 11, 2017

FOSTER GRANDPARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet Foster Grandparent Program offers older adults an opportunity to help children in your community develop academic and life skills that are critical to their development and future successes. Sharing your time and experience can help children learn how to read, prepare younger students for school readiness, tackle tough subjects and make decisions that will keep them on the right path. We'll match your skills and passions to opportunities that interest you, including those in elementary schools in Districts 86 and 89, faith-based schools, Head Start sites, and preschools. Foster Grandparent Volunteers must be age 55 and older and willing to serve about 20 hours a week. Foster Grandparents who are income eligible will receive a tax-free hourly stipend to help cover costs associated with volunteering. You don't need formal experience in tutoring and mentoring to become a Foster Grandparent Volunteer. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet will provide pre-service orientation and training to prepare you for this rewarding opportunity. In Will County, contact Mari at 815-724-1134 or mruiz@cc-doj.org to learn about volunteering.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES NAMED PROJECT PROTECT PROGRAM FACILITATOR

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is pleased to announce that the Will County “Project Protect” program will officially join the agency as of January 1, 2017. This program is part of the Agency’s Counseling division and serves clients throughout Will County. The Illinois Supreme Court mandates all parents and guardians involved in a divorce, custody, visitation or paternity dispute, where children under the age of 18 are involved, attend a parenting class. The purpose of Project Protect is to lessen the negative emotional impact of the process on the children, and to maximize the children's healthy psychological and social development. Each class lasts four hours and are offered in a variety of locations throughout the county. Project Protect is also offered in Spanish. Project Protect is perfectly aligned with Catholic Charities’ mission to help those in need. This program provides compassionate and professional care to strengthen and support families during a difficult transition. To learn more about Project Protect, visit catholiccharitiesjoliet.org or call 815-723-3405.

Catholic Charities Mission “We are a faith-based organization providing service to people

in need and calling others of good will to do the same.”

To learn about programs and services please visit

catholiccharitiesjoliet.org.

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PARISH REGISTRATION FORM

WELCOME TO ST. ANTHONY CATHOLIC CHURCH Our warmest wishes to all who celebrate with us. If you are not registered at St. Anthony or are and need to make changes, please fill out this form and place it in the collection basket or mail to the parish office. Forms available at www.stanthonyfrankfort.com.

__________________________________________ Name

__________________________________________ Address __________________________________________ City

______________ ________________________ State Zip Code (____)_____________________________________ Phone

__________________________________________ Email Address

( ) New Parishioner, please contact me

( ) New Address or New Phone Number

( ) Moving—Please remove from membership list

( ) Email –Please add email address to your records

CATHOLIC CHARITIES SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR DONATION

CENTER IN LOCKPORT Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is currently seeking volunteers to fill an immediate need at their donation center, The Giving Tree (3016 S. State St. in Lockport). Volunteers are needed to help receive, sort, and hang clothes in the center, which provides clothing and household items free of cost to clients of Catholic Charities’ programs. Volunteers needed during any of these hours: Monday and Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Please contact Stephanie Ambrose at 815-774-4663, ext. 3138, or ccvolunteer@cc-doj.org for information about this opportunity.

Saint Anthony Catholic Church

St. Anthony Catholic Church — Electronic Giving Authorization 7661 West Sauk Trail Frankfort, IL 60423

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Parishioner Authorization Form Effective date of authorization: ____________________________

Type of Authorization: New Authorization Change donation amount Change donation date

Change Banking information Change Credit Card information Discontinue Electronic Donation

Last Name First Name

Address City

State Zip

Home Phone:

Email:

Account Information Please choose either Banking information or Credit Card information. Provide information for one account only.

Banking Information for Checking Account or Savings Account Debits Please debit my contribution from my (check one):

Checking Account (attach a voided check)

Savings Account (attach a savings deposit slip)

Routing Number: _______________________________ Valid Routing # must start with 0, 1, 2, or 3 Account Number: _______________________________

Monthly on the 1st Monthly on the 15th

Date of first contribution _____/_____/_____ Amount Per Contribution $________________

Credit Card Information

Credit Card Type

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express

Credit Card #:_______________________________ Credit Card Exp. Date:________________________ Date of first contribution _____/_____/_____ Amount Per Contribution $__________________

AGREEMENT

I authorize St. Anthony’s and The Cunneen Company to process debit entries to my account. I understand that this authority will remain in effect until I provide reasonable notification to terminate the authorization. Authorized Signature:_______________________________________________________________ Date:________________

Reminder: For Checking Account Debit: Please attach your voided check For Savings Account Debit: Please attach deposit slip

St. Anthony Catholic Church — Electronic Giving Authorization 7661 West Sauk Trail Frankfort, IL 60423

I authorize St. Anthony’s and Vanco Services to process debit entries to my account. I understand that this authority will remain in effect until I provide reasonable notification to terminate the authorization.

ST. ANTHONY CHURCH LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULEST. ANTHONY CHURCH LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULEST. ANTHONY CHURCH LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE

December 31 January 1

5:00 p.m. Reconciliation 4-4:50pm

7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 6:30 p.m.

Lectors L. Sues D. Cafaro

V. Doubrawa G. Stepenski

D. Mecklenburg R. Aguilar

C. Scanlan B. Boucek

EOM C. Murnighan L. Parchem A. Bergeron Sr. Ella R. Govert S. Matthews A. Morrow T. Morrow T. Shackleton

V. Doubrawa R. Zych S. Graham J. Gorczowski W. Gorczowski M. Race J. Moyle G. Vavrik J. Stepenski

L. Pierzchalski T. Donovan J. Major M. Rafacz K. Schlott L. Glancy J. McCarthy K. Saccone S. Carlson P. Greenawalt

J. Keane M. Canoy T. Wysocki R. Pora K. Pora G. Stepenski M. Dunlap V. Stasulas P. Williamson R. Wasielewski

A. Capito D. Walenga

MC M. Morrow C. Johnson A. Vanderpool A. Helwig

Altar Servers

J. Dirienzo M. Trotter

S. Romberg K. Thomas

K. Marnal A. Hannigan

H. Gonzoles M. Doyle

Music Cantor Cantor Cantor Cantor No Music

7659 W. Sauk Trail Frankfort, IL 60423 www.stanthonyfrankfort.com Daily Mass: Monday-Friday 8:00 am (Morning Prayer: 7:45 am) First Saturday of Each Month Mass for the Blessed Virgin Mary: 8:00 am Saturday Reconciliation: 4:00-4:50 pm Saturday Mass Hours: 5:00 pm Sunday Mass Hours : 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 6:30 pm

Mission Statement We, the members of St. Anthony Catholic Church, gather together to worship and celebrate the sacraments, especially the Eucharist, as we strive to live the Gospel in our daily lives. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are called to invite, inform, inspire and ignite the community in our faith journey by fostering stewardship through sharing of our gifts of time, talent and treasure. We are further called to share our faith through active evangelization and charitable outreach.

Welcome to St. Anthony Catholic Church

Most Reverend R. Daniel Conlon Bishop, Diocese of Joliet

Rev. Vytas Memenas, Pastor Emeritus

Parish Office Office: 815-469-3750 Fax: 815-469-6514 Rev. Richard Smith, Pastor, x115, frsmith@stanthonyfrankfort.com Rev. John Sponder, Parochial Vicar, x137 frjohn@stanthonyfrankfort.com Rev. John Ohner, OSA, Weekend Assistant, frohner@stanthonyfrankfort.com Deacon Joe Johnson, Pastoral Associate, x 111 (cell) 815-922-9796, joe@stanthonyfrankfort.com Deacon Don Berkey, don@stanthonyfrankfort.com Deacon Richard Rosko, rich@stanthonyfrankfort.com Deacon Bill Boucek Deacon Tony Schlott Lindsay Fitzgibbon, Business Manager, x143 Paula Bucciferro, Accountant, x126 paula@stanthonyfrankfort.com Jeanne DeFries, Parish-Pastor’s Administrative Assistant, x110 jeanne@stanthonyfrankfort.com Beverly Regalado, Secretary, x112 bregalado@stanthonyfrankfort.com Lynette Rea, Music Ministry Director, x122 lynette@stanthonyfrankfort.com

Adult Faith Formation (815-469-6198) Deacon Tony Schlott, Director, x149 tony@stanthonyfrankfort.com

Religious Education (Grades 1-8) Office 815-469-6072 Fax 815-806-9421 REP@stanthonyfrankfort.com

Deacon Tony Schlott, Director, x149 tony@stanthonyfrankfort.com Kathy Depre, Secretary, x142 kathyd@stanthonyfrankfort.com Diane Vanderpool, Secretary, x146 diane@stanthonyfrankfort.com

Preschool (815-469-5417) Karen Kiley, Principal, x148 karen@stanthonyfrankfort.com Jennie Buhs, Principal’s Asst., x147 jennie@stanthonyfrankfort.com

St. Vincent DePaul Society 815-469-3750, x 114

PARISH CONTACT INFORMATION

MASS AND OFFICE SCHEDULESMASS AND OFFICE SCHEDULESMASS AND OFFICE SCHEDULES

MASS SCHEDULE

SATURDAY: 5:00 pm SUNDAY: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 6:30 pm

OFFICE HOURS PARISH OFFICE: 815-469-3750

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY: 8:30 am-4:30 pm REP OFFICE: 815-469-6072

REP OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY: 10:00 am-4:00 pm WEDNESDAY (during class sessions): 4:00 pm-6:30 pm

SUNDAY (during class sessions): 7:00 am-12 Noon and 4:00-6:30 pm PRESCHOOL OFFICE: 815-469-5417

PRESCHOOL OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY: 8:30 am-12:30 pm