Church Chatter - May/June, 2012

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Older Americans Month Celebration
Join Faith in Action of McHenry County as we celebrate Older Americans Month on Wed., May 23, 11:30–1 p.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Crystal Lake. Lunch will be served and entertainment will be provided by Mary Ellen Heelan of Heelan Music, all at no charge. Special thanks to Autumn Leaves for helping sponsor this event. For more information or to RSVP, please call 815-455-3120 or visit fiamchencounty.org. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the seniors in our community.

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St. Peregrine Feast Day Mass
Sun., May 6, 2 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago. Visit servite.org or call 773-533-0360.

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May Crowning
May 8, 7 p.m. At the Knights of Columbus Hall, 15 N. Hickory, Arlington Heights. All children welcome. Please dress the children in good church clothes. Shoulders and knees must be covered. For more information, call Ed Smetana at 847-253-9419.

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Concert at Benet Academy
Sat., May 12, 3 p.m. The New Horizons Band of DuPage presents its annual Spring Concert at the St. Daniel Auditorium, Benet Academy, 2200 Maple Ave., Lisle. This concert is free and open to the public. New Horizons Band of DuPage is a community band composed of musicians 50 and older from around the Western Suburbs. We have been making beautiful music in the area for over 10 years. Join us for our 2012 Spring Concert! Call 630-877-6185 or visit Info@newhorizonsbandassoc.org.

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Big Sisters Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show
Sat., May 19, 11:30 a.m., at the Forthnightly Club, 120 E. Bellevue Ave. Fashions by Chico's. $55. For reservations, call Susan at 773-276-5652. Proceeds will benefit the scholarship fund. Annual St. Mary of Providence Pancake Breakfast Sun., May 20. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Great food, raffles and prizes. Adults, $6, children, $4. 4200 N. Austin Ave. Use Cullom Ave. entrance. For more information, call 773-545-8300.

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Knights of Columbus Monthly Café
Sun., May 27, after the 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m. Masses. Something for everyone! All the usual breakfast foods plus breakfast steaks, crab bar, BBQ Beef, ice cream sundaes and more! Cafés are held the last Sunday of each month, at Holy Family Parish, 2515 W. Palatine Rd., Inverness.

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Nazarethville Nursing Home Fundraiser
Sun., June 24, 1–4 p.m. Admission is $ 3.50 for adults and $1.50 for children, seven years and under. The ticket price includes pie and ice cream and coffee and door prize. Enjoy food, beer, bingo, bakery and jar tabs and a grand raffle. Profits will go for the installation of new draperies for the Nazarethville resident rooms. At 300 N. River Rd., Des Plaines.

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ECCLESIA Choir Audition
Audition to sing Gregorian, Slavic or Greek chants, Western Polyphony or Russian Choral music for Masses and Divine Liturgies of Catholic and Orthodox Churches. Call 815-806-0066, or visit lincolnchamberproductions.org.

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RUMMAGE SALES/BAKE SALES

St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish/School Donation drop-off the week of June 2. Rummage sale dates: Wed., June 8, 4–9 p.m. $5 admission. Free admission on Sat., June 9, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sun., June 10, noon–3 p.m. Sun. special "fill the bag" sale. Call Darline McKillop at 847-255-7452, ext. 131. At 411 N. Wheeling Rd., Prospect Hts.

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Bilingual Mass and Devotion
Sat., May 5, 5 p.m. German-English Mass at Queen of Angels, 2330 W. Sunnyside Ave., followed by a German language devotion to the Mother of Perpetual Help. Kent Jager, organist and the mixed chorus of the Society of Danube Swabians of Chicago under the direction of Maria Bappert will lead the singing of the hymns. All are invited to attend. For information, call 773-539-7510 or Maria Bappert at 773-728-8127.

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Join Faith in Action of McHenry County for "An Evening in Mexico," a fundraiser dinner and silent auction on May 4, 2012 from 6:00-9:00 PM at D'Andrea Banquets in Crystal Lake. There will be a cash bar, great food, entertainment and many exciting auction items. Tickets are $40.00 and the proceeds will benefit our area seniors.

For more information, please call 815-455-3120 or visit www.fiamchenrycounty.org. We hope you will join us!

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PARISH WOMEN'S CLUBS

Catholic Women's Club of Lake County
Thurs., May 10, at St. Dismas Church, 2600 Sunset Ave., Waukegan. Rosary at 11:30 a.m. followed by a light luncheon. Amador and Silveria Vazguez will entertain us with their flower arranging. For details, call Judith at 847-367-1013

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CONTINUING ED

Vatican II at 50: Rediscovering Our Past, Renewing Our Future
April 19, 26, May 3, 10 and 17. 7 p.m. Oct. 11, marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of Vatican Council II. It was a major historical moment in the life of the church. It continues today as a "sure compass by which we take our bearings…" Pope John Paul II. Join us for this special series with Fr. George Kane as we look back at the Church over the past 50 years and move forward on the road that has brought us to where we are. Church of the Holy Spirit, 1451 W. Bode Rd., Schaumburg. Call 847-882-7580 or Marianne.S@churchoftheholyspirit.org. Recommended reading: What Happened at Vatican II? by John O'Malley, Harvard University Press.

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Women in Scripture
Tues., May 1, 8, and 15, 7–9 p.m. Please join Friar Johnpaul Cafiero, OFM, as he explores excellent examples of faith-filled women who have transformed people's lives with our beloved God. These examples will be both from the Old and New Testaments. Free-will offering appreciated for this event. To register, call Mary Whiteside at 847-907-3450 or mwhiteside@holyfamilyparish.org. At Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 Palatine Rd., Inverness.

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Retired Men's Bible Study Group
Wed., May 16, 10–11:30 a.m. Fr. Bob Erickson, CSV, presenter and discussion leader. New members are invited and welcome. At the Viatorian Provincial Center, 1212 E. Euclid, Arlington Heights. Call Joe Ruane at 847-398-3907 or jruane@wowway.com.

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RETREATS

"The Spiritual Journey: Reflections on the Wizard of Oz" Retreat
Sat., May 19, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Presented by Friar Johnpaul Cafiero, OFM. Learn how this great movie can resonate in your life with the biggest Oz in town! Spoil yourself with a day to reflect on your own yellow brick road of life. $25 per person. Contact Mary Whiteside to register or for more details, at 847- 907-3450 or mwhiteside@holyfamilyparish.org. Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 Palatine Rd., Inverness.

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Moving On With Grace: A Spiritual Journey for Men and Women Grieving the Death of a Spouse
The great love of Jesus Christ calls us into community to support, comfort and cherish one another, especially when we face life's most difficult challenges. If you or someone you know has experienced the death of a spouse, or if you would like to further support a grieving friend or family member, we invite you to join us at the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, Chicago, on Saturday, June 2nd for our special program, Moving On With Grace. It is a morning of grace, comfort and gentle care for men and women who are grieving, no matter how much time has passed.

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. Check-in and Coffee. $25 Paid Registration appreciated by Wednesday, May 30 (Lunch included) For information, contact Susan M. Pudelek: spudelek@ourladyofpompeii.org or 312.421.3757, ext. 312.

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PILGRIMAGES

July 28–29. $199. Ontario/ Niagara Fallsview Casino Trip. 773-577-4974.
Aug. 5–9. $499. Join Fr. Garcia for a Pilgrimage to Mother Angelica's Eternal Word Television Network (E.W.T.N.) and The Shrine of The Most Blessed Sacrament in Alabama. Trip includes: transportation, accommodations, and meals.
Sept. 9–14. The Sacred Shrines of Canada and the U.S. $998. Includes , transportation, accommodations and meals.
All trips depart from Our Lady of Victory Church, 5212 W. Agatite, Chicago. Contact Emily at 773-218-6281 or Rick at 773- 577-4974 for more details.

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Holy Land Pilgrimage
Join Fr. David Simonetti on a journey to the Holy Land, Nov. 8–18. $3,200. Go back to where it all began and to walk in the steps of The Master. Limit 50. Call St. James Church, Sauk Village for details at 708-757-2174. Sponsored by Relevant Radio.

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Spring Tours
May 19–24, $1,079. The Sacred Shrines of Canada, and the U.S. Niagra/Solanus Casey Pilgrimage. Trip includes, transportation, accommodations and meals. All trips depart from Our Lady of Victory Church, 5212 W. Agatite Ave., Chicago. For details, call Emily at 773-218-6281 or Rick at 773- 577-4974.

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REUNIONS and ANNIVERSARIES

OLP ALUMNI GROUP Presents "Back to the Old Neighborhood!"
Saturday, May 19 * 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. $30 Advance Paid Reservation per person (cash, check, money order V/MC). Includes dinner, wine, and pop. MENU: Pasta with "gravy", meat balls, sausage, lemon chicken, and salad. D.J. with Italian and American music.

3 Ways to Place your Reservation:

1. 1. Call: 312.421.3757 with V/MC
2. 2. Mail Check or Money Order. Must be received by Thursday, May 17
   The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii Attn: OLP Alumni Dance Reunion 1224 W. Lexington Street Chicago, IL 60607
3. 3. Cash Payment: drop off at the Shrine above

Benefiting The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii.

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All are invited to celebrate La Festa della Repubblica
Sunday, June 3, 2012, starting at 10:30 a.m. at The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii

Mass, followed by a procession of Italian organizations and societies, will proceed to Garibaldi Park for a wreath-laying ceremony and speech at the Garibaldi statue.

The procession will return for a musical concert in front of the Shrine, a classical Italian Auto Display, featuring makes of Italian autos, old and new from Ferrari to Fiat, food and fun.

Italians and Italian organizations are invited to participate. Bring your club banners and flags to the Mass and make this event a Huge Success! Sponsorships are available and welcomed.

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Resurrection Parish, seeking former parishioners and friends for a June 23, gathering at 10 a.m., Mass at 11 a.m. and lunch at 1 p.m. at Drury Lane Oakbrook, contact kaycahill@ comcast.net or call 773-625- 1669.

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St. Philip Neri Parish, marking 100 years with jubilee Mass, May 20, at 10 a.m. with Cardinal George concelebrating, at 2132 East 72nd St., call the rectory at 773-363-1700 for information.

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St. Columbkille Luncheon
Sun., March 25. Fountain Blue Banquet Hall. Call Charlene Swintek, 847-427-1981 for details.

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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.

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SPRING CRAFT FAIRS

Alan B. Shepard High School
Sat., April 14, 9 a.m. –3 p.m. Arts, crafts and vendor show. Over 150 crafters. Concessions all day. Admission $2 or non-perishable food items optional At 13049 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights. Sponsored by the Band Boosters. For details, Kathylachowicz@yahoo.com.