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320 South Washington Street Park Ridge, IL 60068

November 10, 2013

Honoring All Who Served November 11, 2013

November 10, 2013

St. Paul of the Cross Welcomes…

Matteo Salvatore Dragotta Son of Andrew & Veronica Dragotta

The next Music for Weddings will be held on

Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at 7:30 pm - Duffin Hall.

Please call (847) 825-7605 to register.

II Michael Filipiak & Cara Deverman I Timothy Rotenberry & Deidre Murphy

Please Mark Your Calendar!

St. Nicholas Party Sunday, December 8, 2013

10:00 am to 1:30 pm Morello Parish Life Center

Sponsored by St. Ann’s Guild

The day will also include a Bake Sale

Sponsored by

Mystical Rose Guild

Surviving the Holidays

In past years, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season may have been a time of great anticipation and excitement. But for those people recently

divorced or separated, the prospect of facing the holidays without their spouse may cause anxiety, stress and dread. You are not alone.

St. Paul of the Cross Divorce Support Group Ministry is offering a session on “Surviving the Holidays” for anyone who is divorced or separated. You need

not have participated in the “Journeys” or the “Divorce and Beyond” programs to attend this onetime event.

The session will be held in the Kinane Center on Monday, November 25, 2013 from 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm.

There is no charge for this program. As the Christmas lights and tress are going up, if you find

your emotions going down, consider attending our “Surviving the Holidays” program on November 25th.

Last Session of The CATHOLICISM Series

We will conclude our exploration and study of Fr. Bob Barron's Catholicism programs.

Our last session is: Monday, November 18th

in the Kinane Center

We will view: "World Without End: The Last Things”

The sessions will be at 9:30 am and repeated at 7:30 pm.

SDRAWKCAB THGIN! (BACKWARDS NIGHT!)

November 23rd

Sponsored by St. Paul's Strong Catholic Families

Come to the 4:30 Mass for a celebration of family on Saturday, November 23.

After Mass, join us in the Parish Life Center for ice cream and table talk!

Then go home & have dinner - a backwards night to remember!

All Treats are free! So come join the fun!

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear St. Paul Parishioners,

In the gospels we encounter some interesting personalities whose lives are changed because of their interaction with Jesus. Last Sunday we heard the story of Zaccheus who has always been fascinating and intriguing to me. Only the Gospel of Luke speaks about him. He was a chief tax collector in a very important and ancient city of Jericho. Obviously he was on the top of his profession and as the gospel story testifies, he was a wealthy man.

Jericho was one of the most lucrative centers for Rome. It lay in the Jordan valley and commanded both the approach to Jerusalem and the crossings of the river which gave access to

the lands east of the Jordan. It had a great palm forest and world-famous balsam groves which perfumed the air for miles around. Its gardens of roses were known far and wide. People called it "The City of Palms." Josephus, the Jewish historian, called it "a divine region," "the fattest in Palestine." The Romans carried its dates and balsam to world-wide trade and fame.

Two things stand out in the story. First, Zaccheus was eager to see Jesus. When he got to the place where Jesus was supposed to pass, the crowd had already gathered. Since he was short he could not see. The only alternative was to climb a tree so that he would have a full view. That is what he did. He climbed a sycamore tree. Grown men do not climb trees. Can you imagine how ridiculous he looked perched on that tree? He did not mind the laughter of the crowd because he not only got to see Jesus; he was able to welcome Jesus to his home.

Second, he was ready to change. When the townspeople grumbled at Jesus going to the house of a well-known sinner, Zaccheus stood tall and declared his readiness to make a radical change. He was prepared to restitute four-fold to anyone that he might have taken advantage of. In his restitution he went far beyond what was legally necessary. Only if robbery was a deliberate and violent act of destruction was a four-fold restitution necessary (Exodus 22:1). If it had been ordinary robbery and the original goods were not restorable, double the value had to be repaid. (Exodus 22:4,7). If voluntary confession was made and voluntary restitution offered, the value of the original goods had to be paid, plus one-fifth (Leviticus 6:5; Numbers 5:7). Zacchaeus was determined to do far more than the law demanded. By his deeds he showed that he was a changed man.

The question for all of us is the same: Are we ready to make the necessary changes in our lives so that we can welcome Jesus into our home? As Catholics it is so easy to just move along from one thing to another, from one sacrament to another. We can get caught up with rules and regulations, rituals and devotions, and forget the heart of our faith. Without our personal encounter with Jesus, nothing else makes sense. Without a personal relationship with the Savior, all the other things will be of no avail.

Just like Zaccheus, are we ready to take Jesus seriously and hence effect some serious changes in our lives? Sometimes the Lord can easily become nothing more than a psychological prop. Max Lucado, a Christian writer, has some poignant words in this regard:

For some, Jesus is a good luck charm. The "Rabbit's Foot Redeemer." Pocket-sized. Handy. Easily packaged. Easily understood. Easily diagrammed. You can put his picture on your wall or you can stick it in your wallet as insurance. You can frame him. Dangle him from your rear view mirror or glue him to your dashboard.

His specialty? Getting you out of a jam. Need a parking place? Rub the redeemer. Need help on a quiz? Pull out the rabbit's foot. No need to have a relationship with him. No need to love him. Just keep him in your pocket next to your four-leaf clover.

For many he's an "Aladdin's Lamp Redeemer." New jobs. Pink Cadillacs. New and improved spouses. Your wish is his command. And what's more, he conveniently reenters the lamp when you don't want him around.

Who is the Christ that I believe in? What changes and sacrifices does He ask of me?

Yours warmly, Fr Britto Pastor

November 10, 2013

St. Paul of the Cross Apostolate of Women present:

A Ladies Night Out and

Holiday Boutique

Wednesday, November 20, 2013 ~ 7-10 p.m. ~ Park Ridge Country Club

Tickets are $20 until November 18th - after November 18th, tickets are $25

Appetizers, coffee, tea or soda included - Cocktails available for purchase

Unique jewelry and craft items available for purchase - just in time for your holiday shopping!

For more information, or to purchase tickets, please contact Lisa Arger (847)825-1508 or [email protected], or

Sheila Buckley (847)720-4025 or [email protected]

Heartfelt and Homespun Ticket Order Form Name:

Address:

Phone: Email:

Number of Tickets x $20 =

Please make checks payable to AOW and drop off at the rectory office. Thank you!

Happy November to all our teens and families. We have a busy month planned, so please make sure to check the bulletin, our Facebook page, and our website for more information. Here is a look at what is coming up this month for the teen group!

CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER: ♦ NOVEMBER 9th--OLA WORK DAY--9:15 AM till 1:00 (lunch provided; need about 10-12 teens) ♦ NOVEMBER 17th--TEEN HOSTED MASS--5:30 HFC down--please email me if you can help out at Mass. Our

meeting will be before Mass from 4:30-5:20 and we will walk over to Mass together. ♦ NOVEMBER 28th--HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

We are hosting a Hat & Glove Drive throughout November. Please donate hats & gloves (for all ages - children to adult).

We will have boxes in Church to collect all our donations. We will be collecting donations from now to November 25th. All hats & gloves collected will be distributed to our St. Benedict the African

and Our Lady of the Angels. Thank you in advance for your donation!!

Greetings from NETWORK

On behalf of the entire St. Paul Youth Group, we would like to say “Thank You” to everyone who donated, spent time, and came to our Halloween Hangout. We raised over $320 for our summer service trips! We could not have done this without the support of all the generous parishioners here at St. Paul’s!


IT’S TIME TO CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS! We will have our annual clothing

drive for our sharing parish,

St. Benedict the African – East,

the weekend following

Thanksgiving: Saturday, November 30th &

Sunday, December 1st.

It is never too early to start looking for those items you wish to donate

to our clothing drive. Your donations are gifts that keep on giving and help many people in

the Englewood community. Please place all your donated

clothing in boxes.

Also, again this year, St. Benedict is asking for

new or “gently used” pots & pans and small appliances

Thank you for your support. Deacon Bob and Deacon Al

Join the Men’s Club for an interesting discussion on "Living Our Faith Today:

A Catholic Identity Assessment & Planning Process for the 21st Century"

with Dr. Christopher McAtee

A major challenge for the Catholic Church in the United States today is to continue the mission of Jesus Christ in the twenty-first century. The decrease of priests and religious certainly makes things challenging. Likewise, many Catholics are wondering about the relevance of their faith and how to live as a Catholic in the twenty-first century. In order to help Catholic institutions and individuals assess, understand, and develop a plan for living out their faith in today's world the speaker developed a Catholic Identity Assessment and Planning Instrument based on characteristics and traits of Catholic life.

Christopher is the Associate Academic Dean and an Assistant Department of Pastoral Theology and Canon Law at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary.

When This Tuesday (Nov 12) 7:00PM - 8:00PM

Where St Paul of the Cross Morello Parish Life Center A/B Rooms

Another event sponsored by:

The St. Paul of the Cross Book Group

will meet Monday, November 25th at 7:30 pm in the Morello Center

Meeting Room to discuss Let the Great World Spin

by Colum McCann.

All are welcome.

Early Bulletin Deadline

Because of the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be an early deadline for the bulletin of Sunday, December 1st (first Sunday of Advent).

Please have all copy to me by noon on Thurs. November 21st.

Thank you! Judy Kaplan, 847-692-6024, [email protected]

The members of the Park Ridge

Catholic Woman’s Club

will attend a Mass for our deceased members at 11 am at Our Lady of Hope Church on

Monday, November 11. Rev. John Clemens will officiate.

After Mass we will proceed to the South Park Recreational Center,

833 W. Talcott Road.

The meeting will begin at 12:15 pm.

The program will be a talk by Rev. John Era, Associate Pastor of St. Stephen Protomartyr Church,

Des Plaines.

A mini-lunch will be served.

Lectors Needed!

We are need of Lectors for the 4:30 Mass in the

Holy Family Chapel.

If you are interested in becoming a Lector, please contact Deacon Bob

or Pat Adlaf at 847-825-7605.

November 10, 2013

SOCIAL SERVICE MINISTRY ADRIENNE TIMM, DIRECTOR

(847) 692-6767 [email protected]

Let us continue to hear the cry of the poor while we wait for the Christ child to be born. Currently, our parish food pantry serves over 148 households for the holidays. Each of our families have

filled out a Christmas wish list.

Beginning on Monday, November 4th, if you would like to anonymously adopt a needy family or

individual for Christmas, please call Adrienne Timm, at Social Service Ministry, for more details. 847-692-6767.

Another good way to earn service hours!

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE - NEXT WEEKEND, NOVEMBER 16 & 17

Social Service Ministry will be collecting food and putting together Thanksgiving boxes for the needy families in the area.

Please deposit non-perishable items in the receptacles at the Church exits The Weekend of November 16th and November 17th.

We will be collecting the following items: stuffing mix cranberry sauce canned yams turkey gravy green beans, corn plain instant mashed potatoes

Due to a very generous donation, we do not need canned peas. So please, no peas!

Cash donations will be greatly appreciated to defray the cost of perishables and food certificates which must be purchased.

Checks may be made out to St. Paul Social Service Ministry and dropped off at the rectory.

If you know of a local family who is in need of food, please call Adrienne Timm (847) 692-6767.

Need Some Service Hours? Want to Volunteer as a Family?

Help is needed to carry and sort during the food drive.

For more information or to volunteer, call Adrienne Timm at 847-692-6767.




SERVICE SUNDAYS December 15th following the 9 am & 10:30 am Masses in the PLC for Uncle Pete’s Ministry

Sack dinners will be prepared for the homeless and delivered by Uncle Pete’s Ministry to those in need. No sign up required. All ages welcome. See the parish website for more information: www.spc-church.org.

SUBURBAN OUTREACH January 2, 2014 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm in Schaumburg for Feed My Starving Children

Sign up to meet at Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg where members of the St. Paul of the Cross community will hand-pack meals specifically formulated for malnourished children. Feed My Starving

Children ships those meals to nearly 70 countries around the world. Registration is required. Adults & children over the age of 5 are welcome to register for this program. The facility is handicap accessible.

See the parish website for further details: www.spc-church.org. To register, please go to the following link: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4CACAB29A2FD0-feed2

The Servants of St. Francis are collecting Jewel Stamps for Rachel Ray Dinnerware, from now through December.

The dinnerware will be distributed at our St. Paul Food Pantry in the spring.

Please leave your stamps in the boxes provided at the entrances of church, or drop them off at the rectory to the attention of the Servants of St. Francis.

WE NEED YOU TO SERVE

**Here’s a volunteer opportunity for those 16 and older** Presence Health residents at Presence Resurrection Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (PRNRC) at the

corner of Oakton and Greenwood - 1001 N. Greenwood in Park Ridge need assistance in getting the residents to Mass from the first and third floors to the second floor.

Please consider helping the residents attend Mass and become a Transporter Minister. You will experience God’s presence through them.

The immediate need is for Sunday mornings from 9:15 to 11:30am and perhaps Saturdays from 9:00 to10:30 am.

Of course, you need to protect yourself and residents by: ⇒ being tested for tuberculosis (1x) ⇒ having an annual flu shot; ⇒ receiving a blood test (both the flu shot & blood test are provided free of charge at Presence Resurrection Medical Center, 7447 W. Talcott Ave. (Employee Health Office – 2nd floor)

Come, be a transporter, and attend the 10:00 am Mass as you serve God’s people.

For more info contact: Sister Rita Mary Ganser,CR 847-692-5600 x2491. Thank you!

November 10, 2013



Reflection on Our Mission Trip to Tuba City, Arizona By Mary Hester-Tone

The Navajo/Hopi reservation, in the beautiful but stark Painted Desert, is roughly the size of West Virginia. The land, according to traditional Navajo and Hopi beliefs, is situated between the Four Sacred Mountains and is where the Creator meant for Native American people to live. Native Americans seeking to follow traditional tribal ways are reluctant to relocate from this sacred land. It is a very remote area. If you want a Starbucks or to go to a movie theater, you make an hour and a half drive into Flagstaff for those staples of our Chicago area lives.

The Navajo and Hopi are a brave people who have served our country well in times of need. The reservation is the home of the famous Code Talkers from World War II. The Code Talkers were Navaho Indian soldiers who, using a code they developed based on their native tongue, enabled the Allied forces in the Pacific to freely communicate military plans. Their complex code, never broken by opposing forces, was crucial to the success of the Allies in the Pacific Theater. More recently, Native American bravery in service of our country has been exemplified by St. Jude parishioner, Tuba City resident and Hopi tribe member Lori Piestewa, who was the first female American soldier to die In combat, in Iraq, after the U.S. military allowed female soldiers to participate in combat.

Another fact about the area that I found interesting was that the reservation is dry. No alcohol may be bought or sold on tribal lands. The possession of alcohol in private residences is also illegal. This and other laws on reservation land are enforced by the Navajo police. The tribal police are also deputized state police, but on the reservation these Native American officers are exclusively responsible for enforcing state and tribal laws.

The St. Jude parish religious staff is a dedicated and impressive group of people devoting their lives to the people of the reservation. The parish religious staff's backgrounds include high powered positions with academic institutions, hospital administration, social welfare organizations and private sector finance. The St. Jude's staff have tremendous respect for the beliefs and culture of the Native Americans and minister to people based on need not creed. Their tireless efforts to help their parishioners help themselves, while honoring and respecting the culture and beliefs of the people, made me proud to be part of a Catholic faith that promotes acceptance and tolerance and encourages us to give aid and lift up our fellow man.

I left Tuba City feeling an appreciation for our great American culture, pride in our parish for making an effort to reach out to the wonderful people at St. Jude's and hopefulness that the St. Paul/Tuba City connection will continue to flourish.

The Indian fry bread was pretty awesome too!

Mary Hester-Tone (far right)


Second City Brass In concert

Save the Date!

Saturday, December 21 7:30 p.m.

St. Paul of the Cross Church

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!

St. Paul of the Cross Church invites you to

join us for an evening of Christmas & holiday music, presented by

Second City Brass. The program will feature

seasonal favorites, as well as a sing-a-long

that is sure to kindle the Christmas spirit!

Back by

popular demand!

The Power of Faith

"U.S. teens profess that religious faith is important in their lives, both in shaping daily life and in

making major decisions."

Soul Searching: The Religious and Spiritual Lives of American Teenagers

Strong Catholic Family Prayer Corner

Parenting Tip: Take your children to visit Jesus at the Adoration Chapel. Just stop in and have your children talk to

our Lord for 10 minutes. Jesus is waiting there for us and it is a good habit to instill in our children.

November 10, 2013

PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL

THE SHEPHERD IS ALWAYS THERE

St. Teresa said, “Let us be careful never to be at a distance from Jesus our beloved Shepard, nor to lose sight of Him; for

the sheep which are near their Shepherd are always more caressed and better fed.” How appropriate this advice is to suggesting participation in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel here at St. Paul.

In the Bible we have read that Job was fearful when God hid His face. However, in the Adoration Chapel, Jesus veils His majesty in the Most Blessed Sacrament. This should not cause fear in us

but rather inspire in us greater love and confidence; since it is precisely to increase our confidence and to manifest His love that He conceals himself under the appearance of bread. Who would approach Him with confidence and lay bare one’s affection’s and desires if Jesus appeared on our altar in the splendor of His Glory? (St. Alphonsus de Liguori)

An adorer can feel intimate and comfortable with Jesus in the Chapel because he is invited to be so by our loving Lord. Jesus will not turn His back on our trials, our illnesses, our concerns or our needs. He is the remedy for all of us. The Shepard loves His sheep, will watch over them and will feed them.

But at the other end of life, the elderly, they too are the future of

a people. A people has a future if it goes forward with both elements:

with the young who have the strength and with the elderly

because they are the ones who give life’s wisdom. I have often

thought that we do the elderly an injustice, we set them aside as if

they had nothing to offer us; they have wisdom, life’s wisdom, history’s wisdom, the homeland’s

wisdom, the family’s wisdom. And we need all this!

Pope Francis July 22, 2013

OPEN HOURS:

ONE COMMITTED ADORER HOURS

If you choose an hour which already has one

Committed Adorer, this enables the Committed Adorers for that hour to have some flexibility, if they are unable to be at

the Chapel for their hour.

Can You Share One Hour With Our Lord? Please contact Bob Maszka [email protected], or call 847-825-1869.

Day Night Morning Afternoon Evening Sun 3 am 8 am 3 pm 9 pm Mon 2 am 9 am 5 pm 6 pm Tues 4 am 6 am 12 pm 11 pm Wed 1 am 9 am 12 pm 7 pm Thur 3 am 8 am 4 pm 7 pm Fri 1 am 10 am 2 pm 8 pm Sat 12 am 6 am 2 pm 11 pm

Day Night Morning Afternoon Evening Tues 1 am Tues 3 am Thur 2 am Sat 3 am 4 pm "The discernment of a vocation is

above all the fruit of an intimate dialogue between the Lord and his

disciples. Young people, if they know how to pray, can be trusted to know what to do with God's call."

Pope Benedict XVI, Response to questions by the bishops

of the United States, Washington, D.C., April 16, 2008

Any questions about vocations, please contact Fr. Britto

at the rectory.

“Come to me, all you who

labor and are overburdened, and I will give

you rest”

(Matthew 11:28)

St. Paul of the Cross Seminar Series: “Where Work Meets Faith”

Wednesday, November 20, 2013 - 7:30pm – 9:00pm, Holy Family Chapel

You are invited to the St. Paul of the Cross Seminar Series-“Where Work Meets Faith.” The Seminar Series is about using the gifts that God gave you to build up community. Each series will feature presenters who will tell real life stories and how their faith played an important role. Hearing many different stories in our Seminar Series may increase connections among us that will bring us all closer together increasing our sense of community. Each presenter will answer questions from the audience at the end of their presentation.

About our Presenters:

Shawn Messmer, Principal at Maine South, will share a story from his Principal’s Advisory Council with students. Hear how a student landscape architect offered an intriguing idea. See how Shawn’s faith help’s Shawn find as many ways to say “Yes” as possible while directing the student in ways to overcome pitfalls. Hear how Shawn continually talks about right and wrong to build a culture that helps others recognize and support each others’ talents and gifts. Hear empowering community tips from this high school principal.

Stephanie Teresi, a student & Catechist Volunteer, will share a story of a young person who confided not believing in God to her. Hear what the same student said at the end of the year. Hear the empathy she feels towards her students who are not much younger than her. Hear tips we all can use, especially teaching CCD, a religious education program.

Alex Ellyin, a student & Catechist volunteer, in his first full year of teaching CCD, a religious education program, will share a story of peer pressure that all young people face today. Hear how he brings what goes on outside of church into the CCD classroom. Hear how repetition of important messages and getting interested in students gets results.

Lenora Teresi, Catechist Volunteer, and Legal Assistant: Foreclosure Defense and Bankruptcy, will share a teaching experience as a volunteer catechist teaching CCD, a religious education program. Hear about a student who began with an “attitude” and turned the “attitude” for Christ. Grasp the effects on a class that one student can make and the deep sense of humility Lenora felt. See faith integration as Lenora lives out at work the principles she teaches in class. Hear tips we all can use in dealing with 8th graders. Understand why she loves teaching CCD.

The event’s social benefit is getting to know each other better. The more we know about each other, the more opportu-nity we have for being connected. Go to www.Loquate.TV to hear these “Inspiring and Practical” talks. Better yet, come in person. The Seminar Series will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Ann or Jeff Liautaud 773-594-9234. We look forward to seeing you.

MARY of NAZARETH, COMING SOON!

On December 6th, 7th and 8th the Pickwick theatre will be showing the beautiful movie, MARY of NAZARETH, an epic new motion picture on the life of Mary, mother of Christ, from her child-hood through the Resurrection of Jesus. This full-length feature film about the life of Our Lady, shot in English in high definition, was filmed in Europe. Actress Alissa Jung gives a beautiful, compelling and inspired portrayal of Mary. The film vividly captures the essence of Mary’s profound faith and trust in God amidst the great mysteries that she lived with as the Mother of the Messiah. You’ll feel privileged to witness the life of the Holy Family as it was 2,000 years ago through the eyes of the Mother of Jesus.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! Saturday, December 7th at 2pm, 5pm and 8pm Sunday, December 8th at 5pm and 8pm

Tickets may be purchased at the box office. St. Paul of the Cross has a limited number of $3 dollar tickets that can be used for any showing of “Mary of Nazareth” at the Pickwick theatre on December 6th, 7th and 8th. These tickets can be purchased by contacting Sue Murphy at 847-696-9218. Remaining tickets will be sold at all Masses the weekend of November 16th and 17th.


From the School….

November 10, 2013

Please make checks payable to: Boy Scout Troop 24

Order Form

Name

Phone

Address

City

NOBLE FIR WREATHS:

22”______@ $28 each $

30”______@ $35 each $

BALSAM ROPING:

50 ft. length @ $50 each $ Total enclosed.$

BOY SCOUT TROOP 24 WREATH SALE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD

(AFTER THE 4:30 PM MASS) SUNDAY, NOVEMEBER 24TH

8:30 AM – 1 PM (AFTER ALL THE MASSES)

FRESH CHRISTMAS WREATH & ROPING SALE

ORDER NOW - Limited Quantities First Come, First Served

The Boy Scouts of St. Paul of the Cross Troop 24 are selling fresh wreaths and roping this year to raise funds

for troop activities.

We are selling Noble Mixed Wreaths made with Noble & Silver Fir, Incense Cedar, Blueberry Juniper,

& Cones, finished with a red bow.

The wreaths are available in 22” and 30” sizes. Roping is in 50 ft. lengths. Great for the Holidays!

Please complete the order form below and include payment in an envelope marked “Boy Scout Wreaths.”

Please return your completed form to the rectory office.

Pre-Order Pick-Up available before and after each Mass.

Thank you for supporting the Boy Scouts of St. Paul of the Cross!

If you have questions, please call Ken Kulas, Troop 24, 847-692-4587.

Order Early- The Scouts will sell out!

Mark Your Calendar Now for this 2014 Event!

The Cheerleaders showed their true SPC spirit recently while collecting four large wagons full of food for

the St. Paul Food Pantry.

For all information regarding St. Paul of the Cross School,

please visit our website: www.spc-school.net.


2014 SPC Roundball Sponsorship Form

St. Paul of the Cross Men’s Club and SPC Alumni Association are looking for a few good men and women to sponsor the teams of the 2nd Annual Roundball Tournament on January 5-13, 2014.

Please check your sponsorship level below:

_____ $250 All American Sponsor: Includes large individual banner acknowledging your business or family name to hang in the gym for the entire tournament; and your name listed as an All American sponsor in the tournament program distributed to all 6th, 7th and 8th grade families and all tournament attendees.

_____ $150 All Conference Sponsor: Your business or your family name listed as an All Conference sponsor in the tournament program distributed to all 6th, 7th and 8th grade families and to all tournament attendees.

_____ $75 All Star Sponsor: Your business or your family name listed as an All Star sponsor in the tournament program distributed to all 6th, 7th and 8th grade families and to all tournament attendees.

Please complete below:

Name: ______________________________________________________________________________ Family Name or Business Name (as you’d like it to appear on banner and/or in the program): _______________________________________________________________________________ Address/City/Zip: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________Email: ____________________________________

Please make all checks payable to St. Paul of the Cross and drop off at the school office or mail to: St. Paul of the Cross School, Attention: Roundball Sponsors, 140 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Roundball sponsor opportunity deadline extended to November 12, 2013. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Questions: Contact Mike Stangel at 773.203.1559 or Fran O’Malley at 847.254.1277 THANK YOU!

The 2nd Annual St. Paul of the Cross Roundball Tournament

begins January 5, 2014 in the Morello Parish Life Center gym

This event, co-sponsored by the St. Paul Men’s Club and St. Paul Alumni Association was a huge success in its inaugural year and back by popular demand this year, is sure to continue to be one of the highlights of the year for our school children.

Roundball is a double-elimination basketball tourney for all St. Paul students in 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Each team will be named after a Catholic university and will be coached by SPC alumni. As was in 2013, we expect hundreds of fans to enjoy the action every evening of the 8-day tournament, which will end with a standing-room-only crowd for the two championship games (boys and girls) and awards ceremony on Monday, January 13th. Please plan on stopping by the Parish Life Center in January to see why the students (and their parents) will get so excited over SPC’s own March Madness. You’ll be impressed – we assure you! To help cover the cost of the tournament, we offer several sponsorship opportunity levels, as detailed on the attached Roundball Sponsorship Form. Please consider becoming a sponsor at any level you feel comfortable. Also, if you have any interest in volunteering during the tourney, please call or email: [email protected]. Thank you for your support of the SPC Men’s Club and the SPC Alumni Association. Sincerely, Mike Stangel Fran O’Malley 773.203.1559 847.254.1277

November 10, 2013

Our Second Collection the Weekend of

November 23rd and November 24th


NURSE’S NOTES……….

A meaningful Veteran’s Day everyone! In addition to honoring our veterans, November is also National Alzheimer’s Disease and National Diabetes month. I don’t know if this was an intentional pairing or if it was accidental, but it is a good pairing because some health professionals think of Alzheimer’s as a type of diabetes. The risk of developing Alzheimer’s is greater if one has diabetes, and at present, neither is curable, but diabetes is manageable while Alzheimer’s is less so.

Today, we will discuss two lesser known problems associated with diabetes; the first has an unusual name, “Dupuytren’s Disease.” This is a diabetes related condition that affects the hands. The palm of the hand has an extra layer of connective tissue which protects the tissue beneath--a kind of shock absorber, which is good because hands are used so frequently. When someone has this disease, the aforementioned connective tissue becomes thickened, almost like a formation of scar tissue. It’s thought that this happens as a result of “glycation,” (when too much blood sugar reacts with protein in the body, which can fuel chronic inflammation and free radical formation). As a result of glycation, it’s thought that an over-production of collagen takes place which can create that thickening of the connective tissue. Collagen is a protein of the body composed of connective tissue fibers. As well, Dupuytren’s disease may have a genetic link; it seems to run in some families. The process usually starts as a small lump in the palm which, over time, can become a cord growing toward the fingers. Happily, it appears to progress slowly but unhappily, it can cause difficulty with the hands functioning. Some folks may lose the ability to drive as they can’t hold the steering wheel, or they can’t use eating utensils like a fork etc. Surgery may be required but the connective tissue may thicken again in the future. Research continues to look for effective medication and prevention methods. We’ll stay tuned. Another somewhat lesser known complication of diabetes is “gastroparesis.” Here the nerves and muscles that should work together to empty the stomach of food we ate, don’t. Diabetes frequently causes difficulty with nerves throughout the body. Gastroparesis can result in pain in the tummy as well as heartburn, bloating, nausea and vomiting. Some unlucky folks also experience diarrhea and/or constipation. Though we don’t hear of this condition frequently, it can affect about 45-50% of diabetics. Health professionals advise eating small meals (about 6 per day) of preferably easy to digest foods like: well cooked--not raw veggies, fruit that is soft and peeled, non whole grain bread, cereal and crackers and low fiber foods. Berries, beans, veggies like Brussel sprouts may not be tolerated. A high protein diet may stress an already stressed tummy. As well, chewing one’s food thoroughly and eating slowly is recommended. High fiber foods can contribute to the formation of a mass (in the tummy) of undigested food. Small, frequent meals that are easy to digest, low in fiber and chewed well can be helpful. It’s good to spread carbohydrate intake out to all meals--a little at a time--to help keep blood sugar lower and more manageable. Until next week let’s remember to pray for all of our veterans, past and present. We owe them our gratitude and respect.

Fondly, Linda Burk, Your Parish Nurse

Please join us for a Community Thanksgiving Service

at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Tuesday, November 26th 7:30 pm in the Church

All are invited to attend this service of thanks that brings our community together. This is truly a faith-filled experience for all!

For additional information, please contact the parish office at [email protected].

November 10, 2013

Monday, November 11 - St. Martin of Tours 6:25 blessings on Tony 8:30 Walter Podlin, Al Greco, Mary Ann Nelson Goebel

Tuesday, November 12 - St. Josaphat 6:25 Chester Goczeski 8:30 Sheridan & O’Halloran families, Jeanne Fillinsky

Wednesday, November 13 - St. Frances Xavier Cabrini 6:25 Benefactors of the Parish 8:30 Joseph Ferro, Brian Moran, Dr. John Kurkowski

Thursday, November 14 – Weekday 6:25 Helen O’Brien, Frances Keane 8:30 John Reckert, Joe & Marie Nickele, Mary Ann Goebel

Friday, November 15 - Weekday 6:25 Robert French 8:30 Dockery family, Frank Peplow, Ray Wetzel

Saturday, November 16 - Weekday 8:00 Philip James, Evelyn Anselmini 4:30 UP Michael Brumleve, Rosita Parks 4:30 DN Angelo Nickele Sunday, November 17 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 UP healing for Andrea Suderski 9:00 UP Eda & Stanislaw Koczwara, Josephine Bove, Henry Heidenbluth, 9:00 DN Alexander & Louise Bak 10:30 UP Al Greco, Timothy Navilio 10:30 DN Alfredo Balde 12:00 UP 62nd anniversary of John & Alyce Brunke, Irma McNerney 5:30 Mass

MASSES FOR THE WEEK

Liturgical Ministers’ Schedule for the weekend of November 16th and 17th

Our prayers go out to all who serve

our country.

Day & Time Presider Lector Eucharistic Ministers Altar Servers

Saturday 4:30 up Fr. Britto Nagle,

Sullivan Nowak, Garrity, Jack, Gormley, Toenings, Peters, Korcz

Marino, Marino, Rausch

Saturday 4:30 dn Fr, Muraya Tanquary,

Kamienski Sanfratello, Schilling

Sunday 7:30 Fr. Britto Lynch,

Eddy Podlin, Cooney, Skadow, Scanlan, Dickerhofe, Holmquist, Hennelly

Nimietz, Wolf, Penbroke

Sunday 9:00 up

Fr. Muraya Deacon Al preaches

Hegarty, Barton

Donovan, Hefferan, Battersby, Haaning, Kahn, Fuller, Bull

Bull, Romano, Spagnolo

Sunday 9:00 dn

Fr. Smilanic Deacon Andy preaches

Davis, Sitkiewicz Prendergast,

Prendergast

Sunday 10:30 up

Fr. John Deacon Al preaches

Schelhammer, Derrick

Mazzone, Sagat, Boehmer, Castaneda, Limperis, Giambrone, Shannon

Boehmer, Talbot, Tagliavia

Sunday 10:30 dn

Fr. Smilanic Deacon Andy preaches

Swoboda, O’Toole Nagai,

Ranker

Sunday 12:00 Fr. Muraya Frances,

Cornille Cornille, Cornille, Naum, Meehan, Kamienski, Adlaf, Leahy

Reinhofer, Riccio, Stanisic

Sunday 5:30

Fr. Britto Teen-Hosted Mass

Teen-Hosted Mass Teen-Hosted

Mass

Those Who Are Ill: Dennis Domanchuk, Joan Bertram, Veronica Gabriel, Madalyn Carrol,

Christine Sloper, Ed Sloper, Sr. Josephine Berchmans,

Tom Meehan, Lucille Jansen, Ernie Komornicki, Peg Basile,

Rev. John Cassidy, Jim Cassidy, Irene Jarog, Jean Zurawski,

Julie Koenig, Brenda Prince, Dolores Hester, Jimmy Rancich,

Ernest Valdes, Peter Faraci, George Fitzsimmons, Gen Novak,

Arlene Bagdetto, Mildred Szapielak, Baby Jayce Conley.

Those Who Have Died: James Hauser,

Anna Marie Boyle, William H. Kalina, Kenneth Liacone.

Praying With Scripture Come join Praying with Scripture as we let the Holy Spirit guide

us through meditation and reflection on the Sacred Scripture. No experience necessary. All are welcome! Thursdays - 7:30pm - Kinane Center

For more information, feel free to call Beshar at 847-858-2374.

REV. BRITTO M. BERCHMANS, Pastor [email protected]

REV. JOHN P. CHRZAN, Associate Pastor [email protected]

REV. ANTHONY MURAYA, Associate Pastor [email protected]

REV. DANIEL A. SMILANIC, Resident [email protected]

ALOYSIUS J. MEMMEL, ROBERT T. BULGER, ANDREW P. CAMERON, Deacons

MASSES Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM (Up & Down), 10:30 AM (Up & Down), 12:00 PM, 5:30 PM Monday - Friday: 6:25 AM, 8:30 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM, 4:30 PM (UP) 4:30 PM (Down)

CONFESSIONS Monday-Friday: 8-8:15 AM (Reconciliation Room in vestibule) Thursday: 3:30 to 5 PM (Opus Dei Priest) Saturday: 3:00 to 4:00 PM

BAPTISMS 1:15 PM ceremony every Sunday of each month. Please call the rectory to register for Baptism. An instruction class for parents provided. (Baptismal Preparation Class - 4th Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM in the Morello Parish Life Center). Please call the rectory to register for the preparation class.

MARRIAGES Arrange with priest or deacon at least 6 months in advance.

NEW PARISHIONER REGISTRATION First Sunday of every month in the

Morello Parish Life Center from 8:30 AM to Noon.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK First Saturday of each month: After the 8:00 AM Mass.

COMMUNION FOR THE HOMEBOUND Call the rectory and leave a message for Kathy Bulger

ROSARY Monday - Friday: Prayed after the 8:30 AM Mass. Saturday: Prayed after the 8:00 AM Mass.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL 215 RIDGE TERRACE

Open 24 Hours a Day

*During the hours of 6 AM to 9 PM, enter through the Mother Cabrini Garden Entrance. *During the hours of 9 PM to 6 AM, enter through the Kinane Center front door.

Visit us on the web: www.spc-church.org

RECTORY 320 South Washington Phone Number (847) 825-7605 Fax Number (847) 825-5186 Web Address www.spc-church.org RECTORY OFFICE HOURS: M-F 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM

BUSINESS MANAGER Joan Macpherson [email protected]

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Parish Office: Patricia Adlaf [email protected] Joanne Stewart [email protected] Michele Yarbrough, Communications & Pastor’s Administrative Assistant [email protected]

ST. PAUL SCHOOL (847) 825-6366 Lorelei Bobroff, Principal Web Address www.spc-school.net

CATECHESIS (847) 692-2758 Anna Mae Parkhill, Director [email protected] Web Address www.spc-catechesis.net

PASTORAL ASSOCIATE (847) 825-7605 Deacon Bob Bulger [email protected]

MUSIC MINISTRY (847) 825-7605 Edward J. Eicker, Director [email protected] Andrea Bartolomeo, Assistant Director [email protected]

SOCIAL SERVICE MINISTRY (847) 692-6767 Adrienne Timm, Director [email protected]

YOUTH MINISTRY (847) 825-7605 Caroline Hopkinson [email protected]

PARISH NURSE (847) 692-6727 Linda Burk, R.N.,B.S.

BULLETIN (847) 692-6024 Judy Kaplan [email protected]

*PARISH BULLETIN DEADLINE: Monday by 10 am

*PULPIT ANNOUNCEMENT DEADLINE: Thursday by Noon in the Rectory

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