SS.

Cyril & Methodius Parish

608 Sobieski Street, Lemont, Illinois 60439

Parish Staff
Pastor
Rev. Lawrence Lisowski

Pastoral Ministry
Rev. Marcin Szczypula Associate Pastor Deacon Michael Ciciura Deacon Norbert Lesnieski

Education
Mrs. Shirley Tkachuk Parish School Principal Mrs. Trish Nickleski Sacramental Prep
Religious Education Coordinator

July 22, 2012 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Kim Zajec Religious Education Secretary

Liturgy Coordinator
Marietta Vargo

Music Ministry
Miroslawa Sojka-Topor Music Director

Youth Ministry
Michael Lundberg

Administration
Denise Duda Business Manager Lynn Bailey Assistant Business Manager Alicja Szczepanik Unity Coordinator Monika Bochenek Beth Rachwalski Peggy Sniegowski Ann Zajec Parish Secretaries Cheryle Long Debbie Grand Evening Receptionists Dennis Sepessy Facility Manager Kay Manning Bulletin Editor

Our Parish Mission Statement

We are a family of faith, entrusted with the gospel message of Jesus Christ. Rooted in a rich tradition of worship, service and prayer, we foster the unity and faith of this community. Enlivened by the Spirit, we share our gifts, talents and resources to bring about the Kingdom of God.

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SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish United in Faith

July 22, 2012

Welcome to SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish

The Parish Staff of St. Cyrils welcomes all to our historic parish that has carried on the mission of Jesus since 1884.

Parish Information Rectory:

608 Sobieski Street, Lemont, IL Denise Duda, Business Manager (630) 257-2776; (630) 257-9372 Fax rectory@stcyril.org website: www.stcyril.org 607 Sobieski Street, Lemont, IL Shirley Tkachuk, Principal (630) 257-6488; shirleyt@stcyril.org Trish Nickleski D.R.E. (630) 257-9314; religed@stcyril.org

Minister of Music: Mira Sojka-Topor musicmin@stcyril.org (630) 257-0100 Liturgy Marietta Vargo, liturgy@stcyril.org Coordinator: (630) 257-5806 Youth Minister: Michael Lundberg lemontyouthm@sbcglobal.net (630) 257-2414 Dr. Jolanta Tatara, Principal www.polschool.com (630) 669-9058 Peggy Sniegowski (630) 257-2776 secretary@stcyril.org Carol Mierendorf (630) 257-2776 Melissa Krawczyk, President 2012/2013 bulletin@stcyril.org helpinghands@stcyril.org

School:

Polish School:

Religious Education:

Secretary: Minister of Care: Parish Council:

Mass Schedule:
Saturday: Sunday: 7:00 AM & 5:30 PM 7:00, 8:30 (Polish), 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM (Polish) 5:00 PM (St. Patricks - English)

Bulletin:
Helping Hands:

New Parishioners:
Please fill out the registration forms on the welcoming table in the back of Church and place them in the registration box. A member of the welcoming committee will contact each new parishioner.

Special Masses:
Weekdays: Tuesday PM: First Friday: 7:00 AM 8:00 PM Polish 7:00, 9:00 AM (Fall) & 7:00 PM (Polish)

Baptisms:
Parents need to be registered, active parishioners prior to arranging a Baptism at St. Cyrils. If this is a firstborn child, the parents are required to attend a Pre-Baptismal Preparation Class. Both sponsors should be adults and one an active, practicing Catholic.

Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday: 4:30 - 5:00 PM First Fridays: 5:00 - 6:30 PM Also available by appointment.

Marriage:
The bride or groom must be a registered, active parishioner of SS. Cyril & Methodius for a minimum of six months before scheduling a wedding date. Arrangements are to be made with the priest at least six months before the wedding. A Marriage Preparation Program is a requirement of the Archdiocese. To schedule a wedding, please contact the rectory office. Due to renovations to the interior of our church, wedding reservations during the months of June, July, and August of 2012 are not being scheduled at St. Cyrils. Our priests and staff are working closely with our neighboring parishes, St. Alphonsus and St. Patrick, to accommodate our parishioners. For more information and assistance, please call the rectory.

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick:

Following the Monday morning 7:00 AM Mass.

Rectory Summer Office Hours: Each weekday the

Rectory will be closed between the hours of 12 PM-1 PM. Monday through Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 8:30 AM 8:30 AM 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Closed to 6:30 PM to 3:00 PM to 12:00 PM to 12:00 PM

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SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish United in Faith Building Something Good Fr. Larry

July 22, 2012

All of Us - #556

Finding Comfort I heard a report on the radio this past week that mentioned what people were doing in an attempt to try to beat the summer heat of 2012. Many flocked to the Chicago lakefront to cool off in the water. Others were camped out in shady spots to get relief from the sun, praying for a possible gentle breeze that would thin out the thick humid air. Others decided to hang out at cool places like Starbucks or the movie theater for a couple of hours. An iced coffee to wash down a bag of buttered popcorn might work. I was even surprised to hear a report from an ice cream vendor who actually testified that his sales were slightly down as the temperatures hovered in the high 90s. With all those scorching summer days, you would think his supplies would be quickly emptied out by the high demand for something that would taste great and bring relief, no matter what flavor. But like the snow storm that hit Chicago in February of 2011, this summer, lots of folks just bunkered down inside in order not to have to deal with the weather outside. I thank you for your patience this summer as we continue to use the gym for our main place of worship until we can reenter the church. The extreme weather has made it difficult to keep the gym totally cooled down on Sundays, especially with the added body heat that comes with our more crowded Masses. Thank you for sticking in there and not giving up the faith. May our patience not melt away. While I was on vacation last Sunday, I went to Mass at a church in the inner city that had no air conditioning. All that they had were oscillating fans that were mounted on the side walls between the Stations of the Cross. It felt like I was going to Mass in the middle of an airplane hanger and the engines were all fired up. I could barely hear the priest who was preaching. I looked over to the pew next to me and I saw two little kids lying down in the pew next to their parents. They looked as if they had melted like a wedding candle left on the front seat of a car on a really hot day. Hopefully relief will come soon. Let us pray for rain and for the farmers and their families who have been affected by the long summer drought. We pray for all who have to work outside, like construction workers, mail carriers, roofers and emergency personnel.

At the 5:30 PM Mass this Saturday, we proudly bless and commission 24 teens that are headed off to St. Louis, Missouri on Sunday morning to participate in the Catholic HeartWork program. They will spend a whole week working together with other adults and teens from across the country building affordable housing for the poor. I admire the willingness of our teens to sacrifice part of their summer vacation and offer it up to the Lord in service to the poor. There are a hundred other things they could be doing with their friends with all the comforts of home at their fingertips. St. Louis is a sticky place in the summer. All you have to do is just stand outside and you automatically begin to sweat. We pray for a safe journey and a rewarding experience for our faith-filled young men and women. May God bless them in all that they do and the people they will meet along the way. One Great Party Thank you to all who made our Parish Block Party on Friday night a wonderful event for our parish. It was great to have so many parishioners come together and share some food, music, fellowship and fun. A special word of thanks goes out to Liz Brohan, who chaired the event. She, and her committee, have been working on the Block Party since January. I thank them for taking care of all the details that are involved with such a huge event. We are truly blessed by their talents and skills. Marching On Summer is quickly marching on. Most of the families I have talked to tell me that they have been busy with summer activities. There are things to do and places to be. Life has not slowed down, which is what they were hoping for when the school year ended in June. The words of Jesus in todays gospel offer us a good invitation. Come away and rest. Hopefully these days allow our hearts to rest with the Lord, perhaps in quiet prayer or simple reflection. It will be time well spent.

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July 22, 2012

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

By: Trish Nickleski, C.R.E.
Religious Education Registration Information for the 2012 / 2013 school year: For families already enrolled in the Religious Education Program, registrations were due by Friday, June 15th. Any returning family who did not turn in their registration by this date must now pay an increase in tuition of $50.00. The tuition prices increased as of June 15th. Any new families wishing to register for Religious Education classes can do so NOW. Registration materials can be found in the back of church or online at www.stcyril.org and then click on Religious Education and you will find the forms. For your information the following are requirements for the religious education program: 1. You must be a registered supporting parishioner to have a child in the religious education program. If you are not currently a registered parishioner and are planning on enrolling a student for the Fall please take care of registering for the parish now so it does not hold up your registration. 2. In order for your child to make their First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion in second grade they must complete first grade. 3. In order for your child to make their Confirmation in 8th grade they must complete grades 3 7. 4. If you are transferring from another religious education program I must have a transfer form from your old parish stating what grades your child has completed. 5. Everest Academy, Noonan Academy, Kingswood Academy, home schooled students and anyone else who attend a non-archdiocesan school who wish to make their First Holy Communion or Confirmation at St. Cyrils are required to register for the Religious Education Program for the second and eighth grade years. If you are a new family and you have any questions please feel free to call my office at 630-257-9314.

Dear Parents, I want to remind you of a few important dates which will be coming up shortly. This year we will again be offering Registration Days for families who have not yet turned in their registration envelopes, or for any families who are new and would still like the opportunity to register for the 2012-2013 school year. On Tuesday, August 7th representatives from our school will be in Fr. Sivore Hall from 6-8:30 PM to accept your materials, process the payment of fees and tuition, and answer any questions you may have concerning our school. We will offer the same service again on Wednesday, August 8th from 9 AM until Noon. Class lists will be posted at this time. Please check our handbook regarding uniform guidelines as you get your children ready to come back to school. The information is available online. Feel free to call our office (630-257-6488, ext.10) if you have any questions or concerns regarding the beginning of the new school year. Mrs. S. Tkachuk, Principal

The Religious Education Program is in need of volunteers for the 2012/2013 school year. Catechists need to be 18 years old and catechist aides must be in high school. All adult volunteers must go through a background check and attend the Protecting Gods Children Workshop over the summer. The following positions are open: Monday Session: 5:30 until 7:00 pm Catechist for 3rd grade Catechist Aide for 6th grade Wednesday Session: 5:30 until 7:00 pm Catechist for 2nd and 5th grade Catechist Aide for 6th grade Training for Catechists is available through the Archdiocese of Chicago. Catechist aides will have a training session before classes start. Classes now closed are as follows: Sunday: 8th grade Monday: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th & 8th grades

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July 22, 2012

Thank You to the 694 families who have supported our campaign with their pledge.
Those choosing to be acknowledged will be listed in our bulletin.

Detail painting, July 10, 2012

Our Faith, Our Gift, Our Home Capital Campaign Goal $1,000,000 Pledged $784,965

Our Faith, Our Gift, Our Home Capital Campaign Parish Pledge Confirmation
I/We wish to pledge a gift of: Total Amount of Gift or Pledge Amount enclosed Balance by May 2013
Method of Payment: Public Acknowledgment:

$ __________________ $ __________________ $ __________________

Frequency of Payments:

Single payment Installment payments

Check

Electronic Fund Transfer

I/We wish to be acknowledged

I/We wish to remain anonymous

Name(s) __________________________________________________

Parishioner Envelope #: _________________

Address _______________________________________________ City ______________________________________ State _________ Zip _______________

EFT Authorization: Name of Bank _______________________________ (9) Digit Routing Number: Name(s) on Account: ________________________________ Account Number: ____________________________________ ____________________________________ Type: Checking Savings

Phone _____________________

Email ____________________________

Signature _______________________________________________________________________________________________

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SPRED is an unique program of religious education/faith development for children, teenagers, young adults and adults with mental retardation, autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, intellectual and developmental challenges and those with learning problems. It is not a typical religious education program but one of growing in faith within a small group. It is an opportunity for people to come together to become more aware of Gods presence in our daily lives. The sessions conclude with the sharing of food and drink around a beautifully set table. Come discover SPRED. There will be a SPRED Informational Gathering on Tuesday, August 7th at 6:30 PM in our rectory. Parents are most welcomed no matter the age or abilities of your child, teen, young adult or adult with special needs. Our parish can welcome three more teens and St. Patrick parish has openings for children. We are also looking for interested men and women who would like to volunteer. Volunteers need no experience with special needs people, just a willingness to become someones friend and to grow in faith together. Training is provided.

School Supply Collection for our Sharing Parish St. Adalbert's Fr. Mike Michelini is grateful to be able to help his parishioners with the burden of school supplies through your generosity. Please donate any of the following items to fill the need for one child. ITEMS: Pens, erasers, crayons 16 or 24 count, glue sticks, rulers, loose leaf paper - wide rule, markers, folders, pencil case, single subject notebooks, yellow highlighter, Kleenex box - small, scissors Fiskars for kids, index cards and back packs. Please leave items in the back of the gym at any Mass you attend. Thank you for your generosity. We will be accepting donations until Sunday, August 26th.

Walk of Love - Build a Lasting Memory - Tribute Brick Reservations

SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish has a unique location on our historical and sacred parish grounds to remember those we love with the Walk of Love pathway leading to the entrance of our Church. You can inscribe names on paving bricks that will serve as a permanent message of thanksgiving and love. Reservation form and check may be mailed or dropped in the collection basket. Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________________________ City _____________________________________ Home Phone ______________________________ State ___________ Zip ____________

Daytime phone ____________________

Please reserve a 4 x 8 tribute brick for $200. I have enclosed a check payable to SS. Cyril & Methodius. I understand that the inscription on the tribute brick will read exactly as printed in the grid below. Inscription has a limit of 3 lines and 13 characters per line, including spaces.

Please note that bricks will be located randomly; we cannot request nor determine where any individual brick will be placed.

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SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish United in Faith

July 22, 2012

Faithful Citizenship
Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching The Churchs social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amidst the challenges of modern society. Modern Catholic social teaching has been articulated through the tradition of papal, conciliar and Episcopal documents. The seven themes as outlined by the bishops are:
i Life and Dignity of the Human Person i Call to Family, Community and Participation i Rights and Responsibilities i Option for the Poor and Vulnerable i The Dignity of Work and the Right of Workers i Solidarity i Care for Gods Creation

Congratulations to

Colleen Ernst & Brian Kowieski Married Saturday, July 14th, 2012

Life and Dignity of the Human Person This is one of the social issues that has been discussed widely most recently. The Church teaches that human life is sacred and that the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. While this issue is generally talked about in terms of abortion, euthanasia, cloning and fertility concerns it also includes war, terrorist attacks, human trafficking and the death penalty. The intentional targeting of civilians in war or terrorist attacks is always wrong. Catholic teaching also calls us to work to avoid war. Nations must protect the right to life by finding increasingly effective ways to prevent conflicts and resolve them by peaceful means. We believe that every person is precious, that people are more important than things, and that the measure of every institution is whether it threatens or enhances the life and dignity of the human person. ~all references from USCCB

Loving God, We thank You for the generous blessings You have bestowed upon Our Faith. May Your Spirit give us the vision to look into our hearts for inspiration, and in your honor, respond with our sacrifice, Our Gift. Help us as we care for this sacred and holy place, Our Home, where we come to offer you glory, praise and honor. Amen.

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July 22, 2012

Tri-Parish Anointing of the Sick

On Saturday, August 4, 2012, SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish will celebrate the Anointing of the Sick at the 11 AM Mass.

Alyssa Szymanski
Alyssa Szymanski graduated from Lemont High School in May. She was very active participating in Poms for four years; she was the squad leader her senior year. Alyssa was on the student council for four years and was an officer her junior year. She was in the Foreign Language club and a featured dancer in the spring musical. She was also a participant of the Future Christian Athletes, community service for everyone. Alyssa was a part of the Lemont Youth Ministry program and attended many summer mission trips. She is a Religious Education Aide at St. Alphonsus as well as a Vacation Bible School aide. Alyssa will be attending Augusta College majoring in Biology and Pre-Veterinary Medicine. Good Luck, to you Alyssa, and thank you for all your service to your parish. May you continue to be a shinning star!

We extend an invitation to those in our Tri-Parish Family who feel that the Celebration of Anointing will provide help for them in sickness and aging of their bodies. In the past, the Anointing was done near the time of death. Theology today understands Anointing as the Sacrament of the sick rather that at the time of approaching death. The Anointing of the Sick is the prayer of Christ and His Church for the physical and spiritual health of the sick person. Who may be Anointed?

A sick person may be Anointed before he/she undergoes surgery, whether or not the surgery is serious. Persons with chronic illness. Older persons, even if they are not suffering from dangerous illness. Mentally disabled persons and chemically dependent persons. A sick child may be Anointed in order to be comforted and uplifted by the Sacrament.

HOPE: An Immigrant Story

I was a stranger and you welcomed me.. Matthew 25:35 On June 15, 2012 it was announced that deportations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for young people who entered the U.S. before the age of 15, are not above 30, and have not committed any serious crimes. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops supports this action. Amanda, a Dreamer who was brought to Chicago at eight and was on the honor roll at her school, said I have been praying for some sort of relief for very long. I might be able to go to college and attain a degree now! ~ Amanda-Chicago, IL How could we accompany young people like Amanda and others like her? Participate in the Light a Candle for the DREAM Act by sending an e-postcard to your Senator or Rep at www.justiceforimmigrants.org.

Following the Mass there will be a luncheon in the back of the gym. If you wish to participate in the Anointing of the Sick, Saturday, August 4th, please detach and return the form below to the rectory or the collection basket no later than Friday, July 27th. It is very important for us to have an accurate count for the meal. If you have any questions, please call (630) 257-2776.

Response for Participants Anointing of the Sick Saturday, August 4th at 11:00 AM Names(s): ____________________________________ ___________________________________________ Telephone : ___________________________________ I/we will attend the Mass: I/we will stay for the luncheon Number for lunch: _______ Please return this portion to the rectory or collection basket by Friday, July 27th.

Yes Yes

No No

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July 22, 2012

Lemont Parishes Respect Life Ministry

St. Alphonsus, SS. Cyril & Methodius, St. James, St. Patrick July 2012

Natural Family Planning Awareness Week July 22-28th Faithfully Yours Celebrate and reverence God's vision of human sexuality.
What is Natural Family Planning (NFP)? A natural way to postpone or achieve pregnancy, proven to be 99% effective, based on an awareness of a womans fertility. What are the advantages to NFP? It is 100% natural, 100% safe and has no health risks. Couples report that NFP has a positive effect on their marriages. How can I learn NFP? Professionally certified couples teach NFP in a series of three classes spaced a month apart. What is the Couple to Couple League (CCL)?

Alternative to In Vitro
The Creighton Model Fertility Care System is an effective and morally accepted alternative to artificial insemination, In vitro fertilization, and surrogacy. www.creightonmodel.com www.popepaulvi.com or 402-390-6600

An international, interfaith, non-profit organization dedicated to teaching Natural Family Planning (NFP) to married and engaged couples. What Couples Are Saying: Its been nearly two years now since my wife and I took our NFP class with you. I cant tell you enough about the powerful ways that NFP has worked in our marriage. We have definitely experienced a great sense of freedom since leaving the pill behind. Chicago We both really appreciate knowing what my body is up to. We also appreciate the tone and diction of The Art of Natural Family Planning. WV we successfully used NFP to achieve our first pregnancy and now have a beautiful 9 month old girl, Annie Rose. As a high school science teacher I was amazed at how much I didnt know about my own body, and was grateful to find an alternative lifestyle that was rooted in my Catholic beliefs. Chicago (Excerpts taken from Chicago Couple to Couple League website)

The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her. Blessed Mother Teresa

For more information about Natural Family Planning contact: Couple to Couple League 800-745-8252 www.ccli.org www.chicagoccl.org Archdiocese of Chicago Family Ministries www.familyministries.org 312-534-8351 United States Catholic Conference of Bishops www.usccb.org (under Life Issues) 202-541-3240

For NFP Class locations and dates contact Chicago Couple to Couple League at www.chicagoccl.org. Classes are available in English, Spanish, and Polish.

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Margaret Frass Margie Dorothy Wesolowski Kathy Moran Margaret Finnegan Anna Van Orden Anna Zoltek Lebrenda Case Clara Povalish Frank Polli Florence Kazich Sandi Merlo Joseph Perry Delores Bromberek Eleanor Povalish Genevieve Barbagallo Delores Beltrami -Lucchini Marion Galante Nick Hernandez Stella Troc Rose Miller Jozef Kopinski Regina Madeja Victor Splitt Jim Bailey Marianne Danko Art Danko Pat Salerno Mrs. Hindo Lydia Assensi John LaSota Alexandria Stojanov Gerry Pytlewski Mari Cleary Maria Bobowski Micaela Martinez Susan Baley Joel Falco Jim Christmann Don Barcza Edmund Povalish Patrick Nickols Joanne Novak Louie Novak John E. Rutkowski Dan Mulligan Karen Luebs Linda Palmer Rose Kureja Dennis Lucheon James Lapansky Vivian Hinson William Stenz Bob Smith Samuel Tavolino Valentine Slachetka Dr. Edward Matuga Sr. Joan-Marie Kryszak Carol Krajewski Edward Lisowski Michael Bromberek

July 22, 2012

Czym yje nasza parafia...

Lucille Handorf Stanley Chrzanowsky Angie Knopinski Nathan S. McKenna Lottie Bylina James McNamara James Hanley Lillian Kuzak Kim Bromberek Lynn Porter Janet LaSota Eleanor Twardowski Betty Bolino Milda Praninskas Lucy Lejeaunesse Anne Orlowski Stephanie Langheld Sam Caruso Cheryl Povalish Dale Chappell Dolores Langheld Virginia Kozlowski Allen Govic Nancy Hoinacki Richard Cieski Deana Gozder Katherine Boyle Marie Kasl

Zapraszamy w przyszo ci
Tydzie temu go ci w naszej parafii ks. Janusz Horowski. Jak ju wcze niej pisali my oraz jak sam ksi dz powiedzia nam podczas Mszy wi tej, jest on Misjonarzem ze Zgromadzenia Werbistw. Dzi kujemy mu za pi kne wygoszenie Sowa Bo ego i mamy nadziej e w przyszo ci odwiedzi nas ponownie.

Dzi kujemy
Dzi kujemy wszystkim za liczny udzia w naszym dorocznym Block Party. Bez Waszej obecno ci nie byby on taki udany. Dzi kujemy e mo emy na Was liczy

Miych wakacji ksi e Marcinie!

Od 23 lipca do 6 sierpnia, b dzie nieobecny w parafii ksi dz Marcin, ktry wyje d a na wakacje. Do Stanw przylatuje jego siostra wraz z siostrzenic i ksi dz Marcin zdecydowa si umili im czas pobytu poprzez wycieczk na Floryd . yczymy udanego wypoczynku sp dzonego w rodzinnym gronie!

To add a name or have someone visit you in the hospital or in your home, please call us at (630) 257-2776.

Rectory summer hours beginning June 11th through August 10th:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:30 AM6:30 PM Thursday 8:30 AM3 PM Friday 8:30 AM12 Noon Saturday 9:00 AM12 Noon Sunday Closed Closed each weekday from 12:00 PM1:00 PM Alicja Szczepanik unity@stcyril.org

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July 22, 2012

Mass Intentions
Monday July 23rd 7:00 AM = KAREN RUMCHAKS by The Toth Family Tuesday July 24th 7:00 AM GODS BLESSINGS FOR JOHN & MARY DeROCHE ON THEIR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY by The Guzior Family 8:00 PM (Polish) = MAX & STAPHANIA GOSTKIEWICZ by Rodzina Gostkiewicz = JAN BUDZ by Anna i Jozef Budz Wednesday July 25th 7:00 AM RICHARD J. GUZIOR (Birthday) by Family = JOANNA & LEON CIE LIK & KRZYSZTOF by Family Thursday July 26th 7:00 AM THANKSGIVING FOR GODS BLESSINGS by Stella GODS BLESSINGS FOR JORDIS BEDNAR by Family Friday July 27th 7:00 AM GODS BLESSINGS FOR MARIA CHAPPELL by Cheryl Povalish = CHARLOTTE & BRUNO UCZEN by Friends Saturday July 28th 7:00 AM = MARY & JOHN MICHALCZAK by Family ANTONIA & PRZYEMYSAN URBALA by Parents 2:00 PM WEDDING: Nicole Manna & Mario Pastore 5:30 PM = ANDRZEJ BIZUB by Family = MARGARET DASTYCH by George Barry Sunday July 29th 7:00 AM = EMIL TOKARSKI by Rich Tokarski & Family ROBERT LUKSTA by Mr. & Mrs. Stoch 8:30 AM (Polish) = STANISAW BENDYK (Anniv.) by Kathy Grele = STANISAW M KA by Anna M ka 10:30 AM GODS BLESSINGS FOR TERESA & FAMILY = JERZY LATOS by Daughters 12:00 PM = SUZANNE STANDERFER by Patsy Standerfer & Bonnie Wysocki = JAN REBIDAS by His Wife and Children 1:30 PM (Polish) = JAN LEJA by Christie Stoch O ZDROWIE I BOGOSAWIE STWO BO E DLA PETER W DNIU URODZIN

May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Them

In your prayers please remember the souls of Janina Kardas, Marvin Gonsiorowski, Casimir H. Kluga and Marguerite A. Bloom. May their souls and the souls of all our faithful departed family and friends rest in everlasting Peace. O God, in Whom we live and move, and have our being, grant us rain, in due abundance, that, being sufficiently helped with temporal, we may the more confidently seek after eternal gifts. Through Christ, our Lord. Amen. Prayer Source: Novena in Honor of St. Isidore: Patron Saint of Farmers

White Sox vs. Detroit

Come one, come all! Join Franciscan Village for a White Sox Fundraiser. The game is on Thursday, September 13th at 7:10 PM. Pass the word to your family and friends the more the merrier! Proceeds will be used to purchase furniture for the common areas of Franciscan Village. Tickets are $40 for lower box seats. To reserve and purchase tickets, please contact Dorothy Harris @ 630-243-3435 or by email: dharris@franciscancommunities.com. The deadline to purchase tickets is July 31st.

Front Cover:
Face of Jesus Christ (detail) Desis Mosaic Byzantine 13th Century Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey

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July 22, 2012

Upcoming Events:
July 22nd through 28th: Tri-Parish Youth Ministry Catholic HeartWork Mission Trip, St. Louis, MO Music On The Lawn Sunday, July 22nd at St. Alphonsus Parish Come for an evening of Melodious Melodies, Sensational Songs and ToeTapping Tunes. Presented by the St. Als young adult music ministers. Enjoy the talent of these special people as they sing and play for you, selected music from the composers George & Ira Gershwin and the Golden Age of Radio. Bring your blankets or your lawn chairs. If you want, pack a picnic basket with goodies. Gather at 5:00 pm and the music starts at 6:00 pm.

Devotions:
Tuesday, July 24th: Weekly devotions at 7 PM which consist of the Rosary, Chaplet of the Divine Mercy, Pro Life Prayers, Benediction and Sacrament of Reconciliation. After devotions, a Mass in Polish will be celebrated at 8 PM.

Please pray for

We ask you to please keep in your prayers the following parishioners who are on active duty in the military:

Bogumila Bielanska, Sgt.; LCPL Matthew Gill; Josh McManus, USMC; Stephan Staniulis, USMC, Gunnery Sergeant; LCPL Robert Stasiak; Don Tabron, CWO 5, US Army; George T. Burke, Staff Sergeant, USMC, Iraq; LCPL Cassie Leja, USMC, Iraq; Matthew Waugh, USMC, LCPL, Afghanistan; Capt. Catherine R. Chappell, Afghanistan, (C130 Pilot), U.S. Air Force; Frank Romanowski, Army Combat Medic; Mark Zajac, U. S. Navy; Keith Zajac, U.S. Navy; LCPL David Ehle, USMC; Kristen LaSota, 2nd Lt, U.S. Air Force, Nurse, Afghanistan.

Electronic Fund Transfer

Anna Bielanska & Christopher Briden Laura Zettergren & Dave Walters
Parish Contributions July 14th & 15th , 2012
Envelopes Childrens envelopes Electronic Fund (weekly) Total Divine Word Mission 675 29 62 $ 13,202 29 1,094 14,325 5,519

Electronic Fund Transfer, (EFT), is the process of automatically having your contribution offering transferred from your checking or saving account to St. Cyrils account. What will EFT do for you? No more check writing No more looking for the correct currency Automated record keeping Once you have signed up for Electronic Fund Transfer you will no longer need envelopes except for special second collections. If your financial situation changes, you may change or stop your payment at any time by calling the parish office. To sign up for Electronic Fund Transfer, complete the request for an EFT form. Return the completed form by mail or place it in the collection basket marked ATTN: Annie. You will be sent an EFT form with more information about the EFT process. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Annie at (630) 2572776.

$ $

675 envelopes plus weekly EFT donations represent 29% of our Parishioners. Your donations help meet our immediate needs, repairs and improvements. We sincerely appreciate your generosity.
Currently, Electronic Fund Transfers are being used by 62 families on a weekly basis and 110 families on a monthly basis. For July 2012, monthly electronic donations amounted to $7,001

Electronic Fund Transfer Request Form

Name: __________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________ City/ST/Zip: _____________________________________ Phone:_____________________ Envelope Number _____

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SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish United in Faith

July 22, 2012

Liturgical Ministers Weekend Schedule

July 28th & 29th 5:30 PM English Mass Celebrant
Fr. Lisowski

Lectors
S. Wolniakowski D. Ehle

Eucharistic Ministers Host Cup

R. Schmidt D. Arenberg C. Ptacek M. Rudis P. Gozder D. Baranoski B. Bogun A. Swiderek R. Witkowski D. Olson K. Gonsch J. Gonsch C. Holy A. Rimbo M. Laskowski K. Hejna K. Wolniakowski J. Tejkowski C. Walschlager S. Stoffels K. Lewandowski J. Cisek Deacon Lesnieski M. Zelek J. Baluch Deacon Ciciura D. Hoinacki L. Dastych C. Olson Deacon Ciciura M. Kickels G. Galassi S. Galassi K. Hejna T. Kadelak

Altar Servers
Kevin P. Andrea P.

Fr. Kutch 7:00 AM English Mass

L. Wood E. Green M. Sniezko M. Kwak N. Gonsioroski D. Ciciura

Michael B. Joe P. Alexandra G. Jessica W. Grace C. Christian M.

8:30 AM Polish Mass 10:30 AM English Mass 12:00 Noon English Mass 1:30 PM Polish Mass 5:00 St. Patrick

Fr. Szczypula

Fr. Hynes w/ Deacon Ciciura Fr. Hynes w/ Deacon Ciciura Fr. Szczypula

N. Holy C. Long

Luke D. Kelly N.

K. Predki P. Sniezko

Michal C. Piotr C.

Fr. Boras