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Page 1: VISITATION CATHOLIC CHURCH ELMHURST, IL...Aug 08, 2018  · FLAMES OF FAITH INTENTIONS Candles will burn perpetually this week before the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel

VISITATION VISITATION VISITATION CATHOLIC CHURCHCATHOLIC CHURCHCATHOLIC CHURCH ELMHURST, ILELMHURST, ILELMHURST, IL

AUGUST 5, 2018

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DATE DAY CALENDAR OF UPCOMING VISITATION EVENTS LOCATION TIME

6 Aug MON Prayer for Priests Church 7:00 PM

6 Aug MON Baptism Prep Class Parish Center 7:00 PM

8 Aug WED Craft Ladies Parish Center 9:00 AM

8 Aug WED MANNA Parish Center 7:30 PM

8 Aug WED Women’s Evening of Recollection Church 7:30 PM

9 Aug THUR Prayer for Priests Church 8:45 AM

10 Aug FRI MANNA Parish Center 2:30 PM

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Visitation Parish Welcomes Fr. Philip L. Pitya — USA Mission Representative for the Archdiocese of Juba, South Sudan

T his weekend, we welcome Father Philip who will talk with us about the 22-year civil war in South Sudan, its celebration as a new nation (born on July 9, 2011), the struggle for survival and how we can help keep hope alive among our brothers and sisters there.

Orphans being cared for by the local Catholic Church wait in line for their daily bread.

MISSION APPEAL THIS WEEKEND, AUGUST 4/AUGUST 5

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Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time August 5, 2018—Page Three

NEWS FROM THE P.I.T.

PRIEST IN TRAINING By Father Michael Kearney

Anyone who falls in love and is in love... changes!

P revious priorities no longer matter, sacrifices are made, and everything is done to spend more time with that which they love. This happens when people fall in love with things, but more importantly this happens when one falls in love with a person! Imagine your own story and how your life has been changed by love! Now, here is the challenging question from our 2nd reading this weekend. Have you been changed by the love of Christ?

S t. Paul gave the people of Ephesus this challenge: to put away their old and former way of life and put on their new self. He challenged them to realize that if they truly love Christ — another person — then this would lead to change!

As a Christian, we need to ask ourselves if we are living differently than as the world lives!

T he world lives for different priorities: power, greed, pleasures. However, when we encounter Christ, we are asked to respond in obedience and humility, poverty (not attached to world things and live detached from worldly goods), and chastity. Would your family, friends, co-workers use those words to describe you? St. Paul is speaking directly to you in this reading!

Let us be challenged to be moved by the love of Christ and change!

Goal: $136,900.00 Amount Pledged: $156,054.00 Amount Paid: $144,161.00 Donor Count: 402

Thank you to all who have responded to the Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal. We are most grateful for your generosity and will keep you in our prayers.

2018 Catholic Ministries

ANNUAL APPEAL

OUR PARISH STEWARDSHIP

E-GIVING IS AVAILABLE Have you considered signing up for E-Giving instead of writing checks for your weekly offering? If you are interested in registering for E-Giving, visit http://giving.ncsservices.org/visitationegiving to see how easy and convenient it is and sign up today or contact the parish office for assistance.

Thank you for your support.

Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 6:30 AM

8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12 NOON

6:00 PM TOTAL COLLECTION

PREVIOUS WEEK E-GIVE WEEKLY TOTAL

SUNDAY WEEKLY BUDGET SUNDAY — YTD BUDGET

SUNDAY—YTD TOTAL

$ 5,698.00 $ 2,885.00 $ 4,401.00 $ 4,408.17 $ 3,323.00 $ 2,002.00 $ 22,717.17 $ 6,056.00 $ 28,773.17

$ 30,317.00 $ 151,585.00 $ 141,294.96

July 29, 2018

Come 30 Minutes Early to Mass ....Come 30 Minutes Early to Mass ....Come 30 Minutes Early to Mass .... to Pray your Sunday Rosary!to Pray your Sunday Rosary!to Pray your Sunday Rosary!

At Fatima, Mary told the three shepherd children that between the Rosary and the Brown Scapular, that she would help “Save the World”! Pick up a free Blessed Rosary and the 15 Promises of the Rosary Bookmark before or after the Weekend Masses!

If you would like to lead the Rosary please email Rachel Gilboy@[email protected].

Joyful Bells will Greet our Congregation at 12 Noon Mass Today,

Sunday, Aug. 5 Our Visitation Hand Bell Choir, under director Mary Kate Kelley, will join with members of the

Yorkfield Presbyterian Hand Bell Choir, directed by Dylan Rehm, to offer a short prelude before our 12 Noon Mass today. Our Visitation Hand Bell Choir has been participating in a Summer Workshop with the Yorkfield Hand Bell Choir.

Thank you to our ringers for your devotion to constantly improving your skills!

Barb Masters, Director of Music Visitation Parish

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Visitation Catholic Church Page Four—August 5, 2018

READINGS FOR THE WEEK READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday, Aug. 6 Dn 7:9-10, 13-14

Mk 9:2-10

Tuesday, Aug. 7 Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22

Mt 14:22-36

Wednesday, Aug. 8 Jer 31:1-7

Mt 15:21-28

Thursday, Aug. 9 Jer 31:31-34 Mt 16:13-23

Friday, Aug. 10 2 Cor 9:6-10 Jn 12:24-26

LIVING the

WORD

LIVING the

WORD

THIS WEEK’S FOCUS: RECEIVING, THEN BECOMING

Receiving the Body and Blood of Christ in the Eucharist is meant to renew and energize us to be-come that Body and Blood for the life of the world.

FIRST READING I will rain down bread from heaven for you (Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15). The Israelite community shows remarkable ingratitude toward the Lord who saved them from their slavery in Egypt. No matter how many times they were rescued from their dangers, they refused to trust in God. Yet, God continued to bless them with signs of his love. When they did not have anything to eat, God gave them bread in the desert in the form of manna and quail from the skies for meat. The manna was not exactly bread, but something that resembled small seed. It would be ground to make flour for bread. They eventually tired of this food and murmured against God.

SECOND READING Put on the new self that has been created in God's way (Ephesians 4:17, 20-24). Being a Christian means we have to put aside the “old way” of acting. We have accepted a certain way of look-ing at things, a way that was taught by Christ. We cannot selfishly think just of ourselves, nor can we treat others with lack of respect. We must try to see the world through God’s eyes. In order to do this, we must be will-ing to practice a certain amount of discipline. The pa-gans were famous for giving in to their most carnal de-sires. This did not free them; it simply made them slaves to their passions. True freedom is only possible when one lives in God’s righteousness and holiness.

GOSPEL Whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst (John 6:24-35). After the feeding of the 5,000 with loaves and fishes, the disciples got into their boats and were crossing the lake when Jesus came to them, walking on the water. The next day, those who were following Jesus crossed to the other side to see where he had gone. Jesus accuses them of not truly seeking him, but rather seeking signs (miracles). They just wanted to see him do marvelous deeds, but they did not want to change their lives. The account speaks of bread that came down from heaven. Jesus is the new bread from heaven. He is the true source of spiritual nourishment that will satisfy the deepest hunger of our hearts. Jesus presents himself as the wisdom of God. In the Old Testament, Wisdom was said to have prepared a meal for those who needed in-struction. Those who would eat her bread and drink her wine would have life eternal. Jesus instructed the peo-ple; he was and is the source of eternal life.

REFLECTION We have often sung the concluding words of this Gospel: “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst.” The crowd mistakenly thought that Moses gave their ancestors the bread of heaven. The Israelites needed the reminder that the Lord gave them bread to eat. Like them, we can forget that Jesus feeds us to become one with us, and bake us into bread for others. Too often we mistakenly view the Eucharist as something meant only for us to receive. We forget that celebrating the Eucharist transforms us to become what we eat and drink, the Body and Blood of Christ. We get so caught up in the sign of Christ’s “Real Presence,” we forget that Jesus feeds us to become really present to others through the way we live. Like the Ephesians, we need renewal. We need to put on a new self and live in righteousness and truth so others can find the words that come from the mouth of God in our witness. We are reminded that we are the Lord’s servants. Jesus feeds us with his very self to become what we eat, the Bread of Life, broken in service, Jesus quenches our thirst to become what we drink, the Blood of Christ, poured out in love. When we become what we eat and drink, we declare the glorious deeds of the Lord and make the wonders God has wrought visible. When we are fed by God with food that endures forever, then through us people can come to Jesus and never hunger or thirst again.

August 5, 2018

Scripture Reflections for

EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time

PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE STILL MASS INTENTION OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE FOR 2018

MONDAY, AUGUST 6 V TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD V 6:15 AM V Deceased Members of Brinton & McGawley Families V 8:15 AM V Kelly Holmes TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 V 6:15 AM V Julie Dagostino V 8:15 AM V Mary Kamps WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 V 6:15 AM V Intentions of the Celebrant V 8:15 AM V JoAnn Hunter V Bob Spahn THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 V 6:15 AM V Intentions of the Celebrant V 8:15 AM V Bishop Edwin Conway FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 V 6:15 V Intentions of the Celebrant V 8:15 AM V Kay Barry SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 V 8:15 AM V Claire Guistolise V Luis and Felipa Fabicon V 5:00 PM V Art Caso SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 V NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME V 6:30 AM V Intentions of the Celebrant V 8:00 AM V Jimmy Bridges V Mary Bina V 10:00 AM V People of the Parish V Harry and Lawrence Schroeder V Robert Golen, Sr. V 12 NOON V Robert Nugent V 6:00 PM V Eileen Ann Laughlin

MASS INTENTIONS PRAYERS FOR OUR FAMILY For the Sick

Please pray for all the sick and their families:

Marynell Greer Colleen Buhrfiend John Kotowski Linda Kotowski Daniel Gregory

August 5, 2018—Page Five

Due to privacy issues we only honor prayer list requests by you or a family member. Names remain on list for two weeks. Please call the office to add a name or to have the name continued for two additional weeks.

FLAMES OF FAITH INTENTIONS Candles will burn perpetually this week before the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel of Our Lady, Mother of the Eucharist, for the following intentions:

— In memory of Dr. Sal Nigro. — For the intentions of Mary Bednarz. — For the birth of a healthy baby in our family to Catholicism. — For my daughter’s conversion. — For a spiritual transformation of my family. — For the intentions of Isabelle Rodriguez.

Vigil candles burn for requested intentions before our church statues of Our Lady and St. Joseph, To have a candle lit, please call the Parish Office at 630-834-6700. For Vocation to the Priesthood and Religious Life.

CHURCH VIGIL CANDLE INTENTIONS

For the Deceased

Joseph R. Christian M.D. Barbara Colandrea "Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon them.”

To take the gifts up at Mass, please see an Usher.

U.S. Air Force —MSGT Kevin James (Ramstein AFB, Germany)

AMN Natalee Arbino (Wright Paterson, OH) AMN E2 Jacob Neimanan (Ft. Sam Houston, TX)

AMN Eric E. James (DYESS AFB, Abilene, TX))

SSGT Christopher Lenz (Tinker AFB, OK) U.S. Army — CPT Joseph Doyle (ID) MAJ Patrick Leen (IL)

1LT Timothy Drahokoupil (Ft. Campbell, KY) LT Joseph D. Frost (Fort Knox, KY) CPT Nicholas Keller (Ft. Knox, KY) 2 LT Thomas J. Diwisch (Fort Bragg, NC)

PVT Stephen Taylor (Ft. Jackson, SC) U.S. Coast Guard — CPO Patrick Kirby (TX) U.S. Marine Corps — PVT Nicholas Acevedo (CA) 2 LT Kurt P. James (Darwin, Australia) SGT David Byrne (Japan) CPL Conor Croci (MCAS Miramar, CA) LCPL Eric E. Gibas (Camp Pendleton, CA) United States Navy — LCDR Robert Aranha (United States)

To add a name to this list, please call 630-834-6700.

We remember in prayer our military as they serve in our Armed Forces and pray for God’s protection.

ARMED FORCES PRAYER LISTARMED FORCES PRAYER LISTARMED FORCES PRAYER LIST

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Get Excited about the Catholic Faith!

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Would you like to be baptized, receive the

sacraments of Confirmation and Holy Eucharist? Do you feel a calling to inquire about the Catholic faith?

ASK LEARN DISCUSS The Fundamentals of our Faith.

Our program starts in September. If you, a family member or someone you know would

like more information about our RCIA program, please call the Visitation Rectory Office at 630-834-6700.

RESURRECTION CHOIR NOW FORMING! Sing at 9:15 am/11 am Funeral Liturgies If you are available during the day and interested in offering the gift of music at our parish during the difficult time of loss for our families, contact Barb Masters, Music Director at 630-834-8190 or [email protected].

Children ages 3rd-8th grades are invited to join our Visitation Children’s Choir!

First practice is Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 3:30 pm in the CHOIR ROOM (lower level Parish Center).

PICK UP TIMES: Grades 3-4 — 4:10 pm Grades 5-8 — 4:40 pm

Please contact me if your child is interested. DON’T WORRY IF YOU HAVE A SCHEDULE CONFLICT!!! Just let me know you are interested and attend the first Wednesday practice that you are available.

FIRST MASS FOR CHILDREN’S CHOIR TO SING: Sunday, Sept. 16, 12 NOON

Please contact Barb Masters, Music Director, at [email protected], call 630-834-8190, or email: [email protected].

begins Wednesday, Aug. 29, 3:30 pm!

Adult Choir begins Tuesday, Sept. 11, 7-9pm

All singers high School age and older are welcome to join our Adult Choir!

The first practice is Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 7 pm, in the CHOIR ROOM (lower level Parish Center).

FIRST MASS FOR ADULT CHOIR TO SING: Sunday, Sept. 16, 10 am

Please contact Barb Masters, Music Director, at [email protected], call 630-834-8190, or email: [email protected].

New ADULT CHOIR MEMBERS Welcome!

Sing to the Lord a New Song!

CHILDREN’S Religious Education News

AUGUST 1: RE registration deadline ($100 late fee after 8-1-18) Registration forms available in the rectory or the RE Office.

2018-19 Religious Education Sessions: Weekly Wednesdays 4:30–5:45 pm (K–8) Weekly Wednesdays 6:30–7:45 pm (1–8) Monthly Sundays 10:15–11:45 am (K–8) IMPORTANT: The Diocese of Joliet requires two years of enrollment in a religious education program or Catholic school prior to receiving the following Sacraments: 1st & 2nd Grade — 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion 7th & 8th Grade — Confirmation

RE CLASSES begin (WED) Sept. 5 and (SUN) Sept 9: Parent and child start together in the gym. Children will then go to class as parents remain for family faith session.

VOLUNTEER CATECHISTS/AIDES NEEDED! WED: 4:30–5:45 pm (9/5 to 4/24) Grades K/1/2/3/4/5/7 WED: 6:30–7:45 pm (9/5 to 4/24) Grades 1/2/3/4/5/7 SUN (once a month): 10:15–11:45 am Grades K/1/2/3/4/5

CHILDCARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! About once a month the parents of children enrolled in the RE program will be attending a Faith Enrichment Session in the gym while their children are in RE class. Many parents have younger children in need of childcare during these monthly sessions, which occur Wednesdays, 4:30–6 pm or 6:30-8 pm, and Sundays,10:15–11:45 am. Not only will you be providing a safe, fun, and faith-filled environment for the children, but you’ll be enabling their parents to nurture their own faith. PLEASE NOTE: All adult volunteers working with children are required to attend the diocesan-mandated “Protecting God’s Children Workshop”.

Please contact Matt Pozen, Director of Faith Formation, [email protected] call 630-279-7058 x502.

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Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time August 5, 2018 — Page Seven

PIZZA—SATURDAY, AUG. 4 AFTER 5:00 PM MASS HOSPITALITY ROOM

PANCAKES—SUNDAY, AUG. 5 AFTER ALL MASSES

HOSPITALITY ROOM

FUTURE DATES: SEPT 2 OCT 7 NOV 4 DEC 2

FUTURE DATES: SEPT 1 OCT 6 NOV 3 DEC 1

78% of women with unplanned Pregnancies CHOOSE LIFE after getting a 3D Ultrasound.

All proceeds benefit

2018 GOAL $20,000 HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF $20,000

The Knights of Columbus and Visitation CCW invite you to stop by the parish Hospitality Room THIS Saturday for pizza and/or THIS Sunday for pancake-wrapped breakfast sausage-to go! Proceeds benefit CareNet Pregnancy Services of DuPage whose mission is to prevent unplanned pregnancies and counsel women to embrace an alterna-tive to abortion: married parenting, adoption, co-parenting, single parenting, or short-term foster care. One way they do this is by using an ultrasound machine to show clients the life growing within them. As part of the Knights of Columbus Culture of Life Program, they will match that gift with another $20,000!

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PANCAKES AND PIZZA for PRO LIFE — TODAY!

BAPTISM PREP CLASS Monday, Aug. 6, 7pm

Our next Baptism Preparation will meet on Monday, August 6, at 7pm, in the Visitation Parish Center. These classes help parents prepare for their ministry as Christian parents. To register or for information, call 630-834-6700.

FILIPINO SIMBANG GABI BAKE SALE Sunday, Aug. 19, after all Masses

The Visitation Filipino Simbang Gabi Committee is having a fundraising bake sale. Please come, taste and enjoy our delicious bakeries to support our Simbang Gabi Advent Mass. Our Simbang Gabi Advent Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Dec. 20, at 7:30pm, followed by fellowship dinner.

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Adoration Chapel Mary Lewis 630-941-9173 Joan Taylor 630-530-8963 Altar Servers Rev. Michael Kearney 630-834-6700 Casserole Ministry Kathy Best............... 630-832-7673 Council of Catholic Women Mary Beth Lucas ..... 630-408-8714 Email: [email protected] CRHP Kathy Fowler........... 314-378-6331 Crypt of the Saints Richard Montalbano 708-774-1946 Elizabeth Ministry Clarita Iozzo ............ 630-941-3929 Fathers’ Club Craig Heiss .............. [email protected]

Finance Committee Chairperson Rob Bennett............ 630-957-7380 Email: [email protected] Knights of Columbus Kevin O’Reilly .......... 630-442-4546 Don Lamonica 847-414-0585 John Kwit 630-886-6178 Ladies Bowling Sharon Bresnahan... 630-530-1053 Ladies and Couples Bridge Peg Majewski .......... 630-941-9170 Ladies Golf League Lynn DeFilippis........ 630-834-5290 MANNA Tuition Assistance David James ............ 630-834-0967 Men’s Bowling Sev Delabar....... 630-833-7766 Men’s Small Groups Jim Herrmann ... 630-941-7854

PADS Kathy Sacksteder Email: [email protected] Parish Pastoral Council Anne Montgomery Prayer Group — Blue Army Mary Parpan ..... 630-941-7910 Prayer Quilt Ministry Karen Verner..... 630-834-6700 RCIA ...................... 630-834-6700 Rosary Maker Ministry Lorene Bryan…. 815-671-1970 School Board President Lea Smirniotis 773-562-0575 Email: [email protected] Scouting Melanie Schneider 630-209-0064 Dave Stevenson Social Service Outreach Deacon Tony Spatafore 630-834-6700 Email: [email protected] SPRED Melanie Schneider 630-209-0064 Ushers George Klein Email: [email protected] Valentino Activity Center Linda Roberts.... 630-941-7785 “Vis” Seniors Mary Ann Kramer 630-617-2550 Vocation Committee Pam Gaudio ...... 630-833-8812 Joan Taylor 630-530-8963 Women’s Volleyball Tracy Nelson Email: [email protected] BULLETIN DEADLINE Thursday at 12 NOON 630-834-6700 Suzanne Noonan Email: [email protected]

PARISH DIRECTORY

Catholic Charities GOLF OUTING

Thursday, August 23

Shotgun start: 1 pm, Joliet Country Club. Standard Foursome: $640; Single player: $160. Fee includes driving range and 18 hole green fees with cart, buffet lunch, two drinks on course and buffet dinner. For tickets, please call 815-724-1140 or visit catholiccharitiesjoliet.org. Proceeds to benefit Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet programs and services. Sponsorships are available! For detailas please contact Pete Kinsella at [email protected] or 630-519-6531.

DIOCESE OF JOLIET WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

Sunday, Aug. 26, 2pm, Cathedral of St. Raymond, Joliet Couples celebrating anniversaries of 25 years, 50 years, or more than 50 years are welcome to attend the Diocese of Joliet 40th Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass. Couples will receive a special blessing during the liturgy and will receive an anniversary certificate after the Mass. Our celebrant will be Bishop R. Daniel Conlon. Because of space limitations, there is not room for additional guests. However, if neces-sary, a caregiver/helper is very welcome to attend with the couple. Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 815-838-5334.

DIOCESE OF JOLIET FULL TIME POSITIONS Assoc. Director Marketing & Enrollment Management Administrative Assistant View job description at http://www.dioceseofjoliet.org/hr/listjobs.php. Interested applicants meeting qualifications should email cover letter, resume and salary requirement to: [email protected].

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779 S. York Street Elmhurst, IL 60126 www.visitationparish.org Daily Mass: Monday-Friday, 6:15 am, 8:15 am Saturday Reconciliation: 4:00-4:45 pm Saturday Mass Hours: 8:15 am, 5:00 pm Sunday Mass Hours: 6:30 am, 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12 NOON, 6:00 pm

VISITATION PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Visitation Parish, a Roman Catholic Community in the Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois, seeks to draw all to Jesus Christ, revelation of the Father and font of the Holy Spirit, by celebrating the Sacraments, educating people of all ages in the Truths of the Catholic Faith, and reaching out to those who are physically, emotionally, or spiritually in need.

Welcome to Visitation Catholic Church

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Greg Skowron, Pastor, 815-791-6073 [email protected] Rev. Michael Kearney, Parochial Vicar, 630-834-6700 [email protected] Deacon Anthony Spatafore, Pastoral Associate, 630-834-6700 [email protected] Deacon Jay Janousek, 630-834-2863 Deacon James Eaker, 630-530-7596 Deacon Mike Iozzo, 630-567-4700, [email protected] Deacon Michael O’Ryan, 630-530-2954 [email protected] Marek Latocha, Business Manager, 630-834-6700, x202 [email protected]

PARISH FAITH FORMATION/RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Matthew Pozen, 630-279-7058, x502

YOUTH MINISTRY Thomas Logue, Youth Minister, 630-917-5108 [email protected]

MUSIC Barbara Masters, Parish Music Director, 630-834-8190 [email protected]

OFFICE STAFF Suzanne Noonan, Secretary, 630-834-6700 Teodora Kulikowska, Admin. Asst. 630-834-6700, x206

VISTATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Website: www.visitationelmhurst.org Phone: 630-834-4931/Fax: 630-834-4936 Carrie Mijal, School Principal [email protected] Katie McVey, School Assistant Principal [email protected]

PARISH AND PASTORAL STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION

DAILY 8:15 AM MASS ALTAR SERVER ASSIGNMENT (AUG 6-AUG 11) MONDAY

Colin Harrington Finn Harrington

TUESDAY Daniel O’Shaughnessy Kate O’Shaughnessy

WEDNESDAY Molly Lucas

Ryan Mayfield

THURSDAY David Manchester

Melissa Mueller

FRIDAY Maggie Berigon Brendan Carillo

SATURDAY Marlena Modica

Gavin Schaer

Love and Service to Others

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: [MON-THUR] 8:30 am-4:30 pm; [FRI] 9:00 am-12 Noon Phone: 630-834-6700 Fax: 630-834-6711 Email: [email protected] Parish Website: WWW.VISITATIONPARISH.ORG Deanery Website: easterndupagedeanery.org

BISHOP OF JOLIET Most Rev. R. Daniel Conlon, J.C.D.

WWW.DIOCESEOFJOLIET.ORG

VISITATION PARISH LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULE

AUG 11/12 5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON 6:00 PM LECTORS Ramona Osgood Tony Cuzzone Laura Kern Anna Marie Hajek Gerry Arcaro

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

Sabrina Ruff MaryAnn Santucci Cathy Sholtis Monica Spatafore

Stephen L. Ruff Mary Ann Arazan Daniel Fogarty, Sr. Pamela Clink

Jessica Felice Rufo Lacsamana Karen Boozell Theresa Koenigsberger

Elizabeth Fisette Tracy Carey James L. Hauser Pam Hauser

Suan Haibeck Kevin O’Reilly Rita McGreal Janet Fatheree

ALTAR SERVERS

Rachel Bricker Sam Hemmersmeier Luke Hemmersmeier

Liam Moran Vincent Gilboy Patrick Gilboy

Ryan Felice Robert Brannon Clare Lopatka

Adrian Schafer Conal Doyle John DePodesta

Joe Pagni Beth Frolik Michael Wilson

MUSIC

Barb Masters Jack/Krystyna Miuccio D. Verdone Karen Boozell

Barb Masters Suzy Slagado

Jim Brown Megan Drahos

Jim Brown Regina Gibbons

6:30 AM NOT FILLED

NOT FILLED — 4

Clara Lawrence Jenny Fromelt Molly Lucas