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26th Sunday in Ordinary Time | September 30, 2018
Holy Trinity Catholic Parish 25 E. Richmond St. Westmont, IL 60559 | 630-968-1366 | www.holytrinitywestmont.org
Under the Administration of the Congregation of the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ
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Mass Intentions Masses are offered for the individuals listed below.
+Denotes in Memory of
Saturday, September 29 | Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel,
and Raphael
8:15am +Donald White
4:30pm +Alice Smrz
Sunday, September 30 | Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:30am +Donald White
9:30am +Charles Thurm
11:30am +Ed Schwarzkopf
7:00pm People of the Parish
Monday, October 1 | Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus
8:15am Bertucci Family
+Sharon Musial
Tuesday, October 2 | Memorial of the Guardian Angels
8:15am +Juan & Francisco Romaine
Wednesday, October 3 | Twenty-sixth Week in Ordinary Time
8:15am +Robert Tropp
Thursday, October 4 | Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi
8:15am +Brother Joe Seiler
Friday, October 5 | Twenty-sixth Week in Ordinary Time
8:15am O'neal Caliendo
Saturday, October 6 | Twenty-sixth Week in Ordinary Time
8:15am John & Lori Brzegowy
Joe & Maureen Garro
4:30pm +Jerry Sylvester
+Frank Mastro
Sunday, October 7 | Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:30am +Robert & Dorothy Czerwinski
9:30am +Walter A. Gillette 40th Anniversary Memorial
+Jeffrey Kestler
11:30am People of the Parish
7:00pm +George Forster
+Helen Poenisch
Flames of Faith In the Sacred Heart Chapel of Eucharistic Adoration, six candles burn on the altar. To request an intention for one of these candles, fill out an envelope in the back of the Adoration Chapel.
This week’s intentions are for:
+Brent Paul Cahoon
+Aggie Kubik
Father Walter Dziordz
Thanksgiving for prayers answered
Family, friends, good health, and healing
The healing of Frank E.
“Love can accomplish all things. Things that are most impossible become easy where love is at work.” -St. Therese of Lisieux
This week’s altar flowers intentions are:
In Memory of +Ed Schwarzkopf
Prayer List Please remember in your prayers...
Grace Enzbigilis
Josephine Sterling
Frank Randolph
To request to be added or removed from this list, please contact the Parish office. Names will be removed automatically after four weeks.
Rick Christy
Ray Young
John Rossi
Weddings Marriage Banns
First Call: Patricia Lyle & Michael Cuttonaro
First Call: Grace Robertson & Jake Rappe*
If anyone knows of an existing impediment which would prevent these marriages, please let Father Rafal know as soon as possible.
*Denotes a ceremony not celebrated at Holy Trinity
Baptisms Please welcome our newly baptized...
Frances Judith Janus daughter of Michael & Sara (Johnson) Janus
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What’s Happening?
This weekend at Holy Trinity… September 29-30
Fall Clothing Drive After all Masses The St. Vincent DePaul Society will have a truck here after all Masses this weekend to collect your items.
Knights of Columbus Corporate Communion Saturday, September 29, during the 4:30pm Mass
Youth Ministry Sunday, September 30, 5-6:45pm, Holy Family Hall
During the week…
CCW Meeting Monday, October 1, 7-9pm, People’s Resource Center
Rosary in October After all 8:15am Masses, Monday-Saturday, during October
Next Weekend at Holy Trinity… October 8-9
CCW Toiletry Drive Saturday-Sunday, October 6-7, After all Masses Toiletry items, i.e. diapers, and feminine hygiene products, can’t be purchased with SNAP benefits, and there is always a need. Items collected next weekend will be donated to the People’s Resource Center.
Blessing of Pets Saturday, October 6, 11:30am, Outside the Church
Free Flu Shots Sunday, October 7, After Sunday morning Masses
Congratulating Father Rafal on receiving the Veritas et Caritas Award
During the 21st Annual Resurrection Gala, held on September 23, Father Rafal received the Veritas et Caritas Award. For those of you who could not make it, here is Father’s Acceptance Speech...
Much gratefulness with accepting this award and I share it with the many in my life who have guided me with their words, experiences and examples.
I thank all Resurrectionists past and present, especially Father Michael Danek, C.R., he taught me the humility part of parish work in such a short time before God called him home. The endless guidance of the priests of St. Hyacinth Basilica, and Father Gary at Seminary, truly a father figure at that time to us all.
Brother Tom Iwicki, C.R., when for fourteen years after serving St. Hyacinth Basilica at his side, age twenty-four, was when I began serious thinking and praying about the priesthood.
Love and endless gratitude to my parents, for without them I would not be here and this would not be happening.
Love to my sisters and their family, they have been supportive all my life, especially, their love.
And to my very young nieces and nephew, your Uncle/Wojek Rafal, can still keep up with you, but as I get older, I’ll let Isaiah do the running and tree climbing with you. Speaking of man’s best friend, my 2nd associate, pit bull Isaiah, God sure knew what he was doing to give us pets in this life. What a companion and friend Isaiah is to me.
To the family of Holy Trinity Parish, the parishioners, my great Parish and School Staff, the school children, all that devote their time to the church doing God’s work, of which are present here, my gratefulness to all.
For a young ten year old boy from Poland who came to America with his parents and sisters twenty six years ago, standing here with all of you for this joyous occasion, I’m humbled. Our God does work in mysterious ways.
For those that don’t know me, if I got through this without stuttering, then I don’t stutter. If I didn’t make it through, well, welcome to the club of spending more time with me in a conversation. If I’m debating someone I usually win, for my opponent doesn’t want to wait that long for me to get all the words out.
Before Isaiah, I was thinking of being like Father Don Zinn, who had lots of birds, and I thought about getting a parrot. This way when I talk to it and stutter and when it talks back to me we would have very interesting conversations, I might also try singing to it!
As the cartoon Porky Pig says…tha-tha-that’s all folks!
Father Rafal with some of his family members at the Congregation of the Resurrection Gala. Pictured to the left is the award Father received.
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Religious Education Second Grade Families: First Reconciliation
RE Parents of children preparing to receive First Reconciliation: In this fourth week, please read Chapters 7 and 8 in the Jesus Our Life book with your child and help them to complete the activities in the blue handbook. The schedule in the blue handbook will help keep you on track as you prepare your child to received First Reconciliation on November 26. You may use the “Little Book of Church Manners” to prepare your child for Mass each week.
Seventh Grade Families: Confirmation
Holy Trinity School and Religious Education 7th Graders and Parents: The first year of Confirmation preparation begins on Monday, October 1 from 7- 8:30pm in Holy Family Hall for all 7th graders and other candidates preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in 2020. Candidates will receive their You-Cat (Youth Catechism) and Doctrine Handbook to complete in preparation for the Doctrine Test they will take later in the year.
FCFF Program
Family Centered Faith Formation: It’s not too late to register for Religious Education. If your children are enrolled in the public school system, please call 630-968-5978 with any questions you may have regarding Religious Education for your family. Family Centered Faith Formation catechesis gives families the opportunity to celebrate their faith together while learning about our Catholic Traditions and rich spiritual heritage. The October FCFF classes will be held on Monday, October 15 and Wednesday, October 18.
Thank you to all who have volunteered to teach or help in any way with the 2018-19 FCFF program year. If the Holy Spirit is calling you to share the Catholic Faith with others, please call the RE office. With our growing enrollment, we are in need of catechists! In addition to Protecting God’s Children, the commitment is for one evening a month for training and one evening facilitating in a classroom. We are still in need of hall monitors and babysitters, too! The commitment is for one evening a month in addition to the night your family attends, as well as certification with Protecting God’s Children. Information on the class, along with dates and locations, can be found on-line at www.virtusonline.org/virtus.
Young Adult Ministry Join us on Tuesday, October 2 at 7:30pm in the Youth Room, for our regular Prayer Night.
Also, please RSVP for Feed My Starving Children outing on Friday, October 5 at 8pm.
For more information, please contact Chris Simon at [email protected] or visit us on Facebook at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish: Young Adult Ministry.
Youth Ministry Please join us this Sunday, September 30, for our College Night. Come hear about the great Catholic Colleges out there and help us make cards to send to our recently graduated seniors.
Next Sunday, October 7, we will have a movie night from 5-8pm in honor of Columbus Day on the 8. We will meet in Holy Family Hall. Make sure you bring pillows and blankets to get comfy. We will serve pizza and watch a movie. Hope to see you there.
For more information, visit our Youth Ministry webpage or email Jen Bartley at [email protected].
RCIA Program A Journey in Faith
Regular Meetings on Thursday Evenings, 7-9pm with one Sunday per month, 11am-1:30pm September 27, 2018 - May 5, 2019
Welcome & Pre-Catechumenate
A time for getting acquainted
A time for awakening to where you are in faith
A time for recognizing the Lord in your life
Culminates with the Rite of Acceptance Sunday, November 18, 2018
The RCIA Team at Holy Trinity Catholic Church stands ready to welcome you this month and accompany you on your continuing life’s journey!
For more information, please contact Joanne Gregoire in the Religious Education office at 630-968-5978 or by email at [email protected].
Adoration Chapel There is no greater miracle than Jesus' Presence in the Blessed Sacrament. The Eucharist is the sacrament of Jesus' undying love for you.
Respond reverently, gratefully and generously to His undying love for you by spending some time with Him at the Sacred Heart Chapel of Eucharistic Adoration.
To become a registered adorer, please contact Joe or Maureen Garro at 630-968-3855 or [email protected].
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SCHOOL SCOOP
Co-Ed Cross Country Meet Results
On September 15, Holy Trinity competed in the annual Greg Vogler Co-Ed Cross Country Meet. This meet has a unique format where the boys and girls who placed in the Top 25 in either the first or second race of the Suburban Parochial League season will run together in the first co-ed race and the remainder of the runners will compete in the second co-ed race for their grade level. Ribbons are awarded to the Top 25 boys and girls in each of the race flights by grade level. Holy Trinity had great results with five runners receiving Top 25 ribbons in their race.
The overall results were as follows:
5th Grade Flight 1 James Houska – 25th place; Ayden Burk – 62nd place
6th Grade Flight 2 Danny Kaiser – 71st place
7th Grade Flight 1 Jason Riedl – 2nd place
7th Grade Flight 2 Mary Grace Houska – 24th place; Angela Latsonas – 35th place
8th Grade Flight 1 Kenneth Sledzinski – 27th place Adelai Kaiser – 17th place
8th Grade Flight 2 Ben Steger – 62nd place; Thomas Cyze – 78th place; Cassie Schaefer – 20th place; Olivia Houska – 35th place
This Week’s School Events
7th Grade Student/Parent Confirmation 2020 Meeting Monday, October 1, 7-8:30pm, Holy Family Hall
7/8 Boy’s Volleyball Game vs. Walter A Tuesday, October 2, 6:15pm, Holy Family
All School Mass (Grades 2 & 7) & First Friday Benediction Friday, October 5, 8:15am, Holy Trinity Church
5/6 Girl’s Volleyball Game vs. Evangelist Friday, October 5, 6:30pm, Christ the King
7/8 Boy’s Volleyball Game vs. Isidore B Friday, October 5, 7:30pm, Christ the King
IESA Cross Country Sectionals Meet Saturday, October 6, 10am, Westmont High School
Big West Catholic Conference Volleyball League Standings
5/6 Grade Holy Trinity Girls lead their league with a record of 4 wins and 1 loss.
7/8 Grade Holy Trinity Boy’s Team is off to a good start with 2 wins and 2 losses.
Fun Fair - Konow’s Corn Maze
Pictures above are from the Fun Fair at Konow’s Corn Maze, on Saturday, September 22.
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Devotions & Sacraments
Adoration Chapel The Blessed Sacrament is accessible for adoration 24 hours each day. The door is open from 5am - 10pm. Please contact Joe or Maureen Garro at 630-968-3855 or [email protected] to gain access during night hours.
Saint Peregrine Devotion Offered on the first Wednesday of the month at 7pm.
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament is offered on the first Friday of the month after the 8:15am Mass.
Anointing of the Sick Offered on the first Saturday of the month at the 8:15am Mass.
Baptisms Baptisms are held the second and fourth Sundays after the 11:30am Mass. Contact the Religious Education office to arrange for parents and godparents to attend the Baptismal Prep Class held on the first Tuesday of each month.
Weddings Contact the Parish office and make arrangements at least six months in advance.
Funerals The Funeral Director will contact the Parish office regarding arrangements.
Parish Staff
Call the Parish Office at 630-968-1366 then dial Ext. numbers...
Father Rafal Wasilewski, C.R. Pastor .............................. Ext. 127
Father Marion Wroblewski, C.R. Parochial Vicar ........... Ext. 130
Deacon Patrick Blaney ............................................ 630-290-5328
Deacon Thomas Jagielo
Deacon Anthony Lenard ......................................... 630-960-3627
Deacon William Casey (Emeritus)
Dr. Pamela Simon School Principal .................................. Ext. 103
Jeffrey Molenda Business Manager ................................ Ext. 128
Sarah Connery Accounting/Virtus Administrator ........... Ext. 119
Kristin Vanevenhoven Director of Communications ...... Ext. 120
Ed Arenz Facility Manager ............................................... Ext. 106
Joanne Gregoire Director of Religious Education ........... Ext. 111
Kim LiCavoli RE Administrative Assistant ...................... Ext. 112
Jen Bartley Director of Youth Ministry ........................... Ext. 107
Evelyn Serritella Adult Faith Formation Coordinator ..... Ext. 113
Chris Simon Young Adult Ministry Coordinator ............. Ext. 126
Business Corner By Jeff Molenda, Business Manager
Sunday Giving
Period Amount Type Totals
July Total $ 79,002.96 Weekly Budget $ 17,000.00
Aug. Total $ 60,445.34
2-Sep $ 18,509.27 Weekly Average $ 15,897.40
9-Sep $ 14,350.82
16-Sep $ 21,940.91 YTD Shortfall ($14,333.85)
23-Sep $ 12,416.85
Last Weekend’s Parish Center Giving
September 22-23, 2018 E-Giving Check & Cash Total
PARISH CENTER $190 $1,168.44 $1,358.44
Do you hear the clicks?
YOU WILL during all weekend masses in October. The Diocese of Joliet uses October to count mass attendance and publish statistics to the USSCB and other agencies. Sorry for any inconvenience, but the ushers will be walking the aisles during the middle of mass and you may hear some clicks. Please make sure to attend mass at Holy Trinity in October so we count all of our wonderful parishioners. We want to hear the clicks!
Thank you for your continued support!
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About Us
Mission Statement: Committed to living out the endless love of the Trinity, we are a welcoming, faith-sharing Catholic family of believers, centered on the Holy Eucharist as the source of our life in Christ.
New Parishioners: Please stop by the Parish office to fill out a registration form during office hours or visit our website to download and send us the form.
Contact Us
25 E. Richmond St. Westmont, IL 60559
Website: www.holytrinitywestmont.org
Parish Office: 630-968-1366 Religious Education Office: 630-968-5978 School Office: 630-971-0184
Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:45am - 4pm
Mass Times
Weekend Masses Saturday: 4:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 7pm
Weekday Masses Monday-Saturday: 8:15am Holy Days: 8:15am, 12pm, and 7pm
Confession Saturday: 3:15 - 4:15pm
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