Church Chatter - February/March, 2012

POTPOURRI and FUN AND GAMES

Catholic Women's Club of Lake County
Invites all women to their Annual Valentine Social Luncheon with entertainment. Sat., Feb. 11, bring a friend. RSVP by Feb. 4, there will be no registration or payment at the door. Rosary at 11a.m., followed by the luncheon. $15, payable to CWC of Lake County. Call Pat at 847-249-4372. Luncheon at St. Dismas Church, 2600 Sunset Ave., Waukegan.

St. Jude Women's Club
Salad Buffet Mardi Gras Celebration Tues., Feb. 21, doors open 6:30 p.m., dinner at 7:15 p.m. At St. Jude's parish, 880 E. 154th St., South Holland. Annual salad buffet, catered dinner, paczki for dessert, donated salads, raffle. Tickets $13 in advance and $15 at the door.

Spring Boutique and Floral Presentation
Thurs., March 15, 7 p.m. At St. Viator High School Boler Center, 1213 E. Oakton St., Arlington Heights. Tickets $20. A team of talented florists will create show-stopping floral designs. Also shop at specialty boutiques that will feature their spring decorating and fashion pieces. Ticket includes admission to the event, a chance at winning a floral arrangement and complimentary appetizers. Wine and raffle tickets are available for purchase. For more information, contact Diane Belettiat, dianebeletti@gmail.com or 847-287-2127.

CONTINUING ED

St. Catherine Laboure
The Grace of Purpose at 18 or 80: Dreaming God's Dream for You. Sun., Feb. 12, 12–1:30 p.m. Ignatian spirituality. Presented by Fr. Patrick McGrath, President of Loyola Academy, Wilmette. At St. Catherine Laboure, 3535 Thornwood, Glenview. No charge. Call 847-998-4704.

Queen of All Saints Parish Spiritual Spa Day
Thurs., Feb. 23, from 9 a.m.– noon and 6–9 p.m. at the Felician Sisters Convent, 3800 Peterson Ave. Gathering and refreshments 30 minutes prior to start times. The cost is $10 per session, to register call Susan at 773-853-2605 or Ann at spiritualspa@qasparish.org.

The Spiritual Spa Day is open to ALL women in the community, not only those from Queen of All Saints and walk-ins are always welcome. Our speaker is Sheila Morrow, a long time resident of Sauganash and Edgebrook, where she has a private practice. She also is a pastoral counselor, therapist and teacher at Loyola University. Sheila's topic for her program will be "Change in Our Life is Constant and Continuous." She will help us to answer the questions "How do we view change?" and "How do we live through changes; positive and joyful; difficult and painful?" Through discussion and prayer we hopefully will come to new understandings and find new meaning in the life we are living. Mark your calendar and attend one of our sessions in the beautiful surroundings of the convent.

Holy Family Bible Study
Thursdays through May 2012. Presented by Lisa Mersereau, director of Family Faith. Join us for morning sessions at 9:30–11:30 a.m. or evening sessions 7–9 p.m. Fee: $60. To register or for information, contact Marsha Adamczyk at 847- 907-3458, madamczyk@holyfamilyparish.org of Holy Family Parish, 2515 W. Palatine Rd., Inverness.

St. Petronille Parish Center Events
Mon., Feb. 6. 7:30–9 p.m. Estate planning for families with special needs. Presented by Kirsten Izatt and Timothy Ashcraft. At the parish center, 420 Glenwood Ave., Glen Ellyn. To register, call 630-469-0404, ext. 2107.

St. Edward High School announces 23rd Tidal Wave Auction Dinner/Dance
St. Edward Central Catholic High School, Elgin, IL is pleased to announce its 23rd annual Tidal Wave Auction Dinner/Dance will be held on Sat., April 14 at the Stonegate Centre in Hoffman Estates. The theme for this year's gala event is "Springtime in Paris". All parents, alumni, family and friends are invited to attend. Cost is $100 per person which includes a gourmet dinner, open bar, DJ, dancing, and both silent and live auctions. This year's Honorary Chairperson is David Kaptain, Mayor of Elgin. For reservations, to donate an item or to become a sponsor, please call the Tidal Wave Office at 847-741-7536. Proceeds will benefit educational opportunities for the students of St. Edward.

Soup Night/ Evening of Reflection presented by the Catholic Women's Organization of St Louise de Marillac Parish. in the Colonnade Room, 1112 Raymond, LaGrange Park, on Thursday, March 1st . The event will start at 6:00 p.m. with a dinner featuring home-made soups. This will be followed by a presentation of the topic: "Pearls,Mustard Seeds, and Yeast ---Unusual Stories Jesus Used to Explore the Kingdom of God". The presenter will be Sr. Jane Schlosser, R.S.M. The cost of the evening is $10. Contact: Sue Buckley, 708-485-8884.

PARISH SENIOR CLUBS

St. Constance, Young at Heart Senior Club
Meetings on the second Monday of each month except Jan., July and Aug., 11:30 a.m., 5843 W. Strong St. Call 773-545-8581 or visit stconstance.org for more details.

St. Symphorosa Super Seniors
9 a.m. each Thursday. Do you enjoy playing cards, going on short trips, dining/theater outings, bingo, picnics or bowling? Meetings at 5940 W. 62nd St., Chicago. Call Chris at 773-512-8708.

Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii
Meeting on the second Monday of the month. 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. 1224 W. Lexington St. Visit ourladyofpompeii.org or call 312-421-3757.

Holy Family Seniors
Meeting and hospitality on the first Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m., 2515 W. Palatine Rd., Inverness. All seniors are invited to join. Call 847-359-0042.

MEMORIAL MASSES

The Mazzuchelli Assembly 4th Degree Knights Of Columbus announces the Annual Memorial Mass to commemorate the anniversary of the death of Venerable Father Samuel Mazzuchelli OP, (1806-1864). The mass will be held at St. Patrick Church in Benton, Wisconsin on Sunday Feb. 19th at 1:30 PM with a social to follow the mass provided by the ladies of St Patrick Parish. Sister Mary Paynter OP will provide an update on the progress of the cause for Sainthood of Father Mazzuchelli. Rev. Richard Leffler, Faithful Friar of the assembly assisted by other local priest will concelebrate the memorial mass. For information contact Ron Timmerman, Faithful Navigator, 608-568-7657 or 608-778-2607

PLGRIMAGES

Our Lady of Victory
Visit Our Lady of Good Help and Our Lady of La Salette, Wisconsin Pilgrimage. Sat., March 17, $93.
Pilgrimage to the Eternal Word Television Network (E.W.T.N.) and The Shrine of The Most Blessed Sacrament in Alabama. March 25–29. $799. Trip includes, transportation, accommodations and meals.
The Sacred Shrines of Canada, and the United States. Niagra/Solanus Casey Pilgrimage. May 19–24. Trip includes transportation, accommodations and meals. $1,079. All trips depart from Our Lady of Victory Church, 5212 W. Agatite Ave., Chicago. For more details, call Emily at 773- 218-6281 or Rick at 773- 577-4974.

St. John Vianney Catholic School, Northlake
60th anniversary party on Sat., July 21, 2012. All teachers, parents or graduates from St. John Vianney are invited to attend. Contact Mary Rioux-Martorelli '70 at pandm214@aol.com or Jeanette Lentini-Foley '82 at jeanettefoley@comcast.net. For details, visit sjvreunion.com or call Mary at 708-562-9225.

Queen of Martyrs Parish 60th Anniversary
All School, All Parish Reunion Sat., April 21, 4–8 p.m. at 115 Bourbon Street, Merrionette Park. Tickets are available now and will be sold at the door. Adults, $40; Seniors, $35. Price includes full dinner buffet, bottled beer, wine, mixed drinks, pop and water. Entertainment by Rendition and The Opinions. Split the Pot and basket raffles. If you are interested in helping, donating a basket or purchasing tickets, e-mail Karen (Dwyer) Lauren at QMReunion@gmail.com or call 708-712-2729.

SPRING CRAFT FAIRS

St. Barbara Parish
Crafters wanted for the Spring Fling Craft Show and Bake Sale at St. Barbara Parish Center, 4015 Prairie Ave., Brookfield, on Sat., March 31, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Spaces, $25; tables $10; and electric hook up $5. No vendors please. Call Jenny at 708-485-1962 for an application.

St. John the Baptist Annual Spring Bazaar
Sat., Feb. 25, 10 a.m.– 6:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 26, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. At 0S233 Church St., Winfield. Home baked goods, food and kitchen products, hand-crafted fashion and home accessories and ceramics. Also, representatives will be selling products and taking orders from home, kitchen, books, cosmetic and jewelry companies. Over 30 vendors. Call Jean at 630-690-2536.