July 19, 2020 – Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Fr. Clinton P. Honkomp, O.P. (303) 522-0196 Pastor
Deacon Mick Palazzolo Social Justice/Campus Ministry
Deacon. Jim Dodge Adult Education/Hospital Ministry
Mrs. Denise Reavis Principal
Mrs. Debbie Mandeville Parish Administrative Assistant
Mr. Rich Harkins Business/IT Manager
Mrs. Angie Daniels School Administrative Assistant
Mr. Joe Dinardo Maintenance
Mrs. Alice Hill Liturgy & Music
Mr. Robert Dilley Homebound Ministry
Mr. Dave Klestinski Homebound Ministry
Mass Times: Saturday (vigil) 4:30 pm
Sunday 8:00 am, 10:30 am
Holy Days: As announced
Daily Mass: W, Th, F: 6:20 am
Tuesday: 8:20 am
Communion Service: Monday: 6:20am
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday, 3:30pm
Eucharistic Adoration:
First Friday/Saturday: Friday 7:00 am to Sat 8:00 am
Other Fridays: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Parish Office Hours: M - F: 8:30 am - 4:00pm
School Office Hours: M - F: 7:45 am - 3:30 pm
2000 E. Sangamon Avenue (mailing address: 2125 N. 21st Street)
Springfield, Illinois 62702
Church: (217) 544-4554 Fax: (217) 544-4963
School: (217) 544-4553 Fax: (217) 544-1680
www.saintaloysius.org
Dear Friends in Christ,
July 19, 2020 - 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“The kingdom of heaven may be likened to a man who
sowed good seed in his field…He who sows good seed is the
Son of Man, the field is the world, the good seed the children
of the kingdom.” (Mt 13:24, 37-38). As children of God, we
are all “good seeds.” We are blessed by God with the poten-
tial to accomplish much good in the world. We fulfill God’s
plan when we spend time in prayer every day, use our skills
to help others, and share our financial gifts to help build
God’s kingdom on earth. Through our example of gratitude
and generosity we sow “good seeds” on earth and ultimately
help each other get to Heaven.
Saint Aloysius Catholic Church A Discipleship Parish
It is good to be home among you! Thank you for all of your
prayers while I went home to see my parents. Mom, of
course, is doing well. Dad spent some time in the hospital
while I was home with pneumonia but arrived back home
before I left for Springfield. Your continued prayers are pro-
foundly appreciated. Thankyou!
We will be opening our school this fall for full and regular
classes. Thanks to Mrs. Denise Reavis for her on-going
planning and preparations for another successful school
year. If you know of any family looking for a school to en-
roll in, St. Al’s School is now enrolling for fall classes. You
know, we continue to be devoted to educating the whole
child in a small, family-oriented environment. Thanks to all
for promoting our school among your associates and friends.
May God bless our school.
Thanks to everyone who has been coming to the in-church
Masses for your patience. I realize how strange it is to have
Mass with all of the regulations and restrictions in place. It
is strange for me too! With grace, we shall get through this
unscathed. Again, I want to thank all of those who stop to
clean and sanitize the worship space after the Mass in prepa-
ration for the next one. It is not fun to clean… but, so very
necessary. Thanks to all!
The month of July is devoted to the Holy and Precious
Blood of Jesus Christ, poured out for us. The Blood that
coursed through the veins of Christ was a part of that Sacred
Humanity made possible by the maternity of Mary, whose
parents, St. Joachim and St. Anne are honored this month.
(July 26). Our Lord's blood poured out on the Cross pur-
chased our salvation, washed clean the robes of the martyrs,
and gave birth to the Church as it flowed from his wounded
side. The Precious Blood of Christ — now pulsing through
his Mystical Body — continues its salvific work, preserving
and purifying, repairing, and providing nourishment for re-
generation and renewal of its members. We are the recipi-
ents of this holy grace. May God bless us all on the northend
of Springfield with the Blood of Christ.
St. Aloysius intercede for us that we might find the courage
to care for others during our pandemic like you did during
yours.
Be assured of my prayers for your and your family’s
health… see you on-line!
With Pastoral Affection,
Fr. Clint, O.P.
Pastor
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Pastoral Council
Mikki Buhl
John Cernich
Mary Coady
Joseph Lesko
Gary McCandless
Michelle Stewart
Pam Tipps
Bob Wheatley
Finance Council
Paul Brown
Karl Kohlrus
Amy Neal
Matt Noonan
Ryan Spearie
Earl Schroeder
Paul Palazzolo
Troy Washko
School Board Joel Washko (Chair)
Tom Kohlrus
Nicholas Gilmore
Sara Vargas
Scott McCamant
Rachel Towner
Marianne Stremsterfer
Liturgy Committee
Alice Hill, Chair Linda Vono
Mikki Buhl
Paula Petrilli
Rita Lesko
Gary McCandless
Rachel Schrenk
Mary Coady
Discipleship Committee
Terri Maze
Kim Lesko Michelle Daniels
Lisa Fowler
Ed Strode, Chair
Kathy Paoni
Tom Paoni
Mary Ann Mann
Social Justice Committee
Judy Cervellone
Patti Crouch
Matt Daniels Dave Klestinski
Nancy Schrenk
Michelle Stewart
Greg Stumpf
Principal’s Page Mrs. Denise Reavis
Over the last few weeks, we have been working to create a plan for the upcoming
school year to provide a safe school environment! With guidance from the Illinois
State Board of Education and the Diocesan Office of Education, our Re-Opening Task
Force is evaluating the best way to meet student needs as we resume in-person learn-
ing. Please know that our number one goal is to have students back in our building.
While I know there will be changes, it is my hope that at St. Al’s our changes will be
minimal in order to meet the needs of our students and families while operating with-
in the guidelines that will be put forth by the State. The first day of school is Monday,
August 17!
St. Aloysius School is continuing to enroll students through the summer months.
We are a preschool thru 8th grade, north-end Springfield faith community served by
award-winning faculty and dedicated staff! We provide extra-curricular activities and
offer IESA, as well as SCAA, sports teams, an art and music program, and a STEM
curriculum. If you know someone interested in St. Aloysius School, please have them
e-mail Angie Daniels or Denise Reavis for more information.
School Office Hours…The school office will be open on Wednesdays from
9:00am-noon. Mrs. Reavis and Mrs. Daniels can be reached at 544-4553 or by e-mail.
The parish office is open from 9:00am-noon Monday –Thursday.
We would like to THANK our Magic Match Sponsors for their belief in Cath-
olic Education and their continued support through the school year. This year’s spon-
sors for the 2019-2020 school year are... Heartland Credit Union, Tony’s Electric Ser-
vices, Inc. Truman Flatt & Sons, Inc. Knights of Columbus #4175, In Memory of He-
lene Rachford, Triad Industrial Supply Corp., Bank of Springfield, Noonan True Val-
ue, Marine Bank, Luers Uniform, Michael & Beth Beasley, St. Joseph’s Parish, Ca-
thedral of Immaculate Conception Parish, and St. Aloysius Parishioner “In Gratitude
of God’s Blessings”. Please support our Sponsors! Their continued support for Catho-
lic Education and dedication is appreciated!
Bingo has begun. Please help Ronda keep Bingo successful by volunteering to
help out. This is a weekly event held at Caritas Hall, located at 9th & Converse. It is
one of the more successful fundraisers for the school, bringing in a substantial amount
of money the past few years. We need volunteers to help out on Saturday mornings,
10:45am-3:00pm. Families with children can apply these hours to their service hours
required throughout the school year. It’s easy and a lot of fun. Please consider volun-
teering. You can text or call me at (217) 670-4458. Thanks!
Forms needed from all new students and Kindergarten include: a Birth Certificate,
cur-rent Health Exam, Dental Exam and Vision Exam. Students entering grades PS/
PK, and 6 must have a current Health Exam (updated physicals and immunizations).
Grades 2 and 6, must have proof of an updated Dental Exam. All 3 examinations
should be performed within one year prior to the start of school on August 17 to be
current. Proof of these exam forms are due no later than October 15, 2020.
Luers’ 20% Off Uniform Sale is going on now thru the end of July.
Happy Summer Vacation to all of our Parishioners. Thank you for all you do and
your wonderful support.
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— Parish Data —
In charity, please remember in your prayers… 2017… Donald Drendel, Denzil DeVanney, Walther Fliege, Barbara Todd, Helen Richardson, Mary Bedolli, Donald Mroscak, August Papilli, Frances Emmons, Rob-ert Berberet Sr. Katie Raffa, John Williams, Barbara Veseling, Mike Timko, Richard Neal Sr. Marianne Charles, Robert Wolf, Virginia Wagner and Betty Andretta. 2018… Larry Brooks, Katherine Stoecker, Betty Chernis, Kathy Martin, Beatrice Nimpson, Fredrick Bedolli, Mary Kulek, Bernie Hagele, Dorothy Warrington, Mary LeMasters, Peg Wilson, Annette Hickman, Edna Kennedy, Joseph Carlove, Bernadine Seitz, Joseph Crowe, Patricia Rigdon, Janet Coe, Jeannette O’Ravis. 2019... Lena Ostenburg, Bonnye Locke, Alda Bretz, Della Maurer, Leonard Naumovich, Leanne Schleyhahn, Delores Anthony, Carl Venvertloh, Elmer
Schuster, Norman and Helen Reeves, Pat Capranica, Richard Murawski, John Wolosick, William Eck, Leonard Jann, Laura Palazzolo, Christine Kohlrus, Carole Wetherell, Larry Tebrugge Sr. 2020... John Power Jr., Ceil Trello, John Trstensky Matt Cosgrove, Dominic Titone, Patricia Mathews, Bernice Ralph and Marian Reinbold.
Parish Ministry Schedule - Sat-Sun - July 18-19
Saturday, 4:30pm Sunday, 8:00am
Music
Lector
E.M.
Servers
Total
73 104 177
Weekly Attendance-July 11-12
PARISH CALENDAR
The budgeted amount is the minimal required to maintain services,
employee benefits, utilities, and maintenance at current levels and
does not provide for debt payment, unbudgeted repairs or improve-
ments, or long term planning for the parish or school. Offerings
Budget for the month of July is $40,000.00 We have received 36 %
of the needed funding to meet essential budget obligations which
keep our parish financially healthy.
PARISH CALENDAR
PARISH CALENDAR
PARISH CALENDAR
PARISH CALENDAR WEEKLY PARISH OFFERING
Week 2 July 12 Total to Date
Weekly Envelopes $5,709.00 $14,724.00
Total
$5,709.00
$14,724.00
Special Prayers and Blessing
Please pray for the repose soul of:
Patrina “Pat” Palumbo Eternal Rest Grant to her, O Lord and let perpetu-
al light shine on him.
July 19 8:00am Sunday Morning Mass
July 19 8:45am Communion Service
July 21 8:00am Morning Mass
July 21 3:00pm Rosary
July 22 8:00am Morning Mass
July 22 3:00pm Rosary
July 23 8:00am Morning Mass
July 23 3:00pm Rosary
July 23 6:30pm School Board (Virtual)
July 24 8:00am Morning Mass
July 24 3:00pm Rosary
July 25 Street Ministry
July 25 4:30pm Saturday Evening Mass
July 25 4:45pm Communion Service
July 26 8:00am Sunday Morning Mass
PARISH CALENDAR
ANNUAL CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL
ANNUAL CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL-2019
Assessment (2019) $51,458.00
Total Pledge (June 9, 2020) $24,500.00
Amount owed $26,958.00
ANNUAL CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL-2018
Assessment (2018) $49,968.00
Total Pledge (June 30, 2019)
$25,225.00
Amount owed $24,743.00
St. Aloysius Catholic Church: A Discipleship Parish
Around the Church
Share your story. The Office for Pro-Life Activities and Spe-
cial Ministries is accepting stories, photos and drawings for the
Catholic Times’ October Respect Life edition. This year’s theme
is: Live the Gospel of Life: to imitate Christ and follow in his
footsteps. For more information, a flyer is located at: https://
www.dio.org/plasm or call the Office for Pro-Life Activities and
Special Ministries - 217-698-8500, ext 161.
Prayer Warriors are still welcome to pray in front of Spring-
field Planned Parenthood 601 N. Bruns Lane. For more infor-
mation, contact [email protected]/ www.springfieldrtl.org
Dive Deep ... What do priests think about moving to a different
parish? Every year, there are new priest assignments.
While parishioners can sometimes feel angst about the
future of their parish with a new priest, what do priests
think? Do they like moving so much? Why does the
Catholic Church move priests to different parishes in
the first place? We take those questions and more to two priests in
Dive Deep, the official podcast of the Diocese of Springfield in
Illinois. Go to dio.org/podcast to listen
St. John’s Breadline is requesting bottled water for the up-
coming hot weather. Donations can be dropped of at 430 North
5th Street from 7:00am –1:00pm. Thank you!
Spiritual Resources for Life at Home • Daily three minute
retreats from Loyola Press for adults https:// w.loyolapress.com/3-
minute-retreats-dailyonlineprayer/ • Magnificat is currently offer-
ing complimentary access to its at-home prayer resources https://
us.magnificat.net/free • Daily Gospel Reflections from Bishop
Barron: https:// dailycatholicgospel.com/sign-up-daily-gospel
• The University of Notre Dame offers a free virtual course
designed to help deepen knowledge of and relationship with
Scripture (https://mcgrath.pathwright.com/library/saint-johns-
bible/102496/about/) • Documentaries, TV shows, podcasts, and
radio segments from Salt and Light Media that highlight stories
and issues relevant to the Catholic community in the world today
https://saltandlighttv.org/
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 19, 2020... Grow-ing Together . We live in the time between Jesus’ ascension and
his second coming. In this kingdom of heaven that is begun but
not yet complete, the bad and the good (seed) grow up togeth-
er. How do we put up with this reality? The answer is in the Ro-
mans reading: grace, divine activity, life in God. How will I trust
grace this day? How will I let some small act (some small seed)
nurture and grow to benefit others? How will I grow strong and
not be smothered by enemy’s weeds?
Diocesan Child Abuse Reporting and Investigating. To
report allegations of sexual abuse of a minor by clergy, even if itis
in the past, individuals are encouraged to call 321-1155. Individu-
als may also contact the Illinois Department of Children and Fam-
ily Services Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-25-ABUSE.
Powerful
What you focus on becomes powerful.
It’s a basic fact of how our brains are built. When we focus on some-
thing, our brains will literally re-wire themselves. To make focusing
on that thing easier. To make it easier for us to think about that thing.
Making it more likely that we will go back to that thing. Again and
again.
It’s the science behind memory. It’s why we remember certain songs
from childhood so well. We sang them so many times that our brains
have been hard-wired for that song.
When something gets hard-wired in our brains, it becomes our de-
fault. Our unthinking go-to whenever that need arises. Especially in
times of stress or crisis.
What you focus on becomes powerful.
The obvious danger? What if we’re hard-wired for the wrong thing?
What if our default, our unthinking go-to is something or someone
that fails us when we need them most?
If something or someone your brain is hard-wired for fails you in time
of crisis, it’s not just a fail on their part. Because of that hard-wiring,
it’s going to feel like a betrayal. No matter how much you tell your-
self why they couldn’t have helped, why they didn’t mean to. No mat-
ter how much you rationalize it. For you, it will still be a betrayal.
For your hard-wired brain, it’s a gut punch. Because that something or
someone has become that powerful for you, that betrayal will hurt you
on the deepest level.
Which is why the Gospels are so adamant about focusing on the only
One who never comes up short. About making the one who is that
powerful for you the only One who never fails. God.
The most loving, kind person in the world will still fall short. Still
makes mistakes. Is still human.
To allow any human being to become that powerful for you is to set
yourself up for that horrible, gut-wrenching feeling of betrayal when
they inevitably fall short.
Focus on God. Let God become powerful in your life.
Not only will you never have to worry about that horrible, gut-
wrenching feeling of betrayal from the One who never falls short.
But with your focus on God, God will give you the grace to under-
stand, love, and even forgive the people in your life. When they inevi-
tably fall short.
The bottom line – even if you don’t mean to, you will focus on some-
thing. Which is why it’s so important to intentionally
choose to focus on God.
Because what you focus on becomes powerful.
-Deacon Jim
St. Aloysius Catholic Church: A Discipleship Parish
Parish Bulletin Board
Going to Mass. Please arrive tot church at least 10 minutes before Mass begins. Masks
are required if you wish to enter church. Hand sanitizers will be available
in the vestibule. The ushers will direct you to your seat. Every other row
of pews will be taped off and tape marks will be placed on the pews for
social distancing. Families living in the same house may sit together, but
otherwise you are asked to observe the markings. There will be no mis-
salettes (they have been taped off and there will be no bulletins( they will
be emailed on Fridays) You may bring your own missal but please take
with you when you leave. The collection basket will be placed in the middle of church for
your donation. You can still drop your envelopes off at the rectory mailbox or by mail.
Following social spacing and guidelines it was certainly a successful start to what will
hopefully be a steady return to regularity. Bulletin are online only. Thank you for your
cooperation.
Face Masks … A gentle reminder that we are still required to wear Face Masks (Phase
4) as we enter and exit the Church. And as always it is recommended to wear a mask dur-
ing your entire time in the church building for the safety of all.
Act of Spiritual Communion... A Prayer by St. Alphonsus Liguori … My Jesus, I be-
lieve that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I
desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramen-
tal, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and
unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
We will continue to live stream Mass on Sunday, weekday Mass and the rosary. We will
also provide communion services after the weekend masses to those unable to go to Mass.
The Parish office is open 9:00-noon (Monday-Thursday) to the public. In the afternoons
we will be working on details (moving storerooms, files, archives of various sorts, etc.) at
the Rectory and on campus. Our weekly bulletin will be accessible through our parish
website. This is the best way to know what is going on in the parish. You can also sign up
to receive Flocknotes. Instruction our on the website.
Thank you for your contributions that keep us current on bills, utilities, payroll, benefits,
and so much more. Whenever there is a challenge or a need, St. Aloysius always steps up.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
In your July envelopes you will find a yellow envelope for St. Aloysius School Tui-tion Assistance. These monies will go to help those families, who have been approved
through our FACTS Tuition Grant and Aid Assessment Program, qualify for financial as-
sistance to attend our school. We are deeply appreciative for your support of this special
envelope.
If you know someone who may be interested in learning more about their faith invite them
to join RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) and find out if it is for them. You
could accompany them (give them moral support) to the sessions as they explore our faith.
RCIA will begin in mid September 18. You can contact the parish office (544-4544)
to register or obtain more information. Now is the time to talk to that friend or family
member and invite them to RCIA. Your word or deed can make a difference!
Protecting God’s Children… We are in the process of mailing background check re-
newal forms to all volunteers who have reached the 5 year (or longer) expiration on their
background checks. If you received renewal forms please complete the forms ASAP.
Thank you for your dedication to St Aloysius Parish and to keeping our children and vul-
nerable adults safe.
Thank You... The advertisements
that appear in this bulletin
completely defray all
publishing costs which the
church would otherwise
incur. Please patronize the
sponsors on the back of this bulletin
and thank them for their kind generos-
ity.
St. Aloysius Prayer Chain... If you
have a special intention or someone
whom you would like prayers offered
please call Mrs. Vikki Warren @ 217-
544-2299.
Stewardship … Gracious and loving
God, we understand that
you call us to be stew-
ards of your abundance,
the caretakers of all you
have entrusted to us.
Help us to use your gifts
wisely and to share them
generously. May our faithful steward-
ship be the hallmark of our disciple-
ship, a visible sign of our commitment
to Christ. We pray with grateful
hearts, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
July 20 Weekday
July 21 Weekday
8:00am Dominic Titone +
July 22 St. Mary Magdalene 8:00am Marian Reinbold + July 23 Weekday 8:00am Peg Wilson +
July 24 Weekday 8:00am Carole Wetherell + July 25 St. James July 26 17th Ordinary Sunday Sat 4:30pm All Parishioners + Sun 8:00am August Rechner+
Add your voice . . . share a story related to this
year’s Respect Life theme -
For Catholic Times October Respect Life Month
Calling for Stories . . .
Office for Pro-Life Activities
and Special Ministries
1615 W. Washington St.
Springfield, Illinois 62702
Stories may be about the impact of the respect life
movement, adoption, helping another, choosing life, or
about a vocation.
Articles should be approximately 150-200 words.
Photos, if available, should be high resolution (300 dpi)
digital format.
“Live the Gospel of Life to imitate
Christ and follow in his footsteps.”
Please email or mail submission by August 15 to: