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Our Lady of Peace Parish Serve One Another In Prayer and Action Our Lady of Peace Church and School

Our Lady of Peace Parish

701 PLAINFIELD ROAD • DARIEN, IL 60561

630-323-4333 Ministry Offered By: The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception

Serve One Another In Prayer and Action Our Lady of Peace Church and School

Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God—January 1, 2017

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Writings from Fr. Walt…

Writings from Fr. Walter… “Testing the Spirit!”

Isn’t it fascinating to realize that right from the beginning of the Church, Saint Paul, a major founder of the early Church and New Testament writer, advised people not to take their experiences at face value, but rather to test them? He writes for example, “Brothers and sisters, do not be children in your thinking; rather, be infants in evil, but in thinking be adults.” (1 Cor. 14: 20) Elsewhere, we read from the apostle John, “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God; for many false prophets have gone out into the world.” (1 John, 1) As part of this testing, much emphasis by John is placed on love. “Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love.” (1 John, 4:8) Paul gets more specific. He says that “the works of the flesh are obvious: fornication, impurity, licentiousness, idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealously, anger, quarrels, dissensions, factions, envy, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these. . . . By contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control . . . Let us not become conceited, competing against one another, envying one anoth-er.” (Gal. 5: 19-26) The Roman Catholic Church took the lead from such passages, and tested the “spirits” ever since, and precisely by such categories as were taught in Sacred Scripture. For example, after the death of the apostle John, various visions were received by numerous people, right up until our own time. The Church, quite appropriately out of concern for the spiritual welfare of its children, tested each and every experience. A number of these experiences were accepted by the Church as having some value. Certainly, by its acceptance, the Church is saying that nothing was found to contradict Church teachings. Using the same means of discernment, the Church likewise con-demned various experiences, strongly urging that its children or followers have nothing to do with them. Some of our more famous mystical experiences accepted now by the Church have been the apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes at Lourdes , France , and Our Lady of Fatima at Fatima , Portugal . There have been numerous others, of course, but still, not all have been so accepted as a result of such testing by the Church. Now, let’s look at the acceptable visions and/or apparitions of the Church. I mean, it’s obvious that we should have nothing to do with any experience condemned by the Church! However, the story does not end here. The Church says that “Public Revelation, which must be believed, ended with the death of the last Apostle. There can still be private revelation, which is intended only for the good of the person who receives it, and does not need to be believed by others.” (United States Catholic Catechism for Adults, p. 526) When it comes to the question of Saints, much testing is done here, too. In a nutshell, a person who dies, and is believed by many people to be a saint, has his or her name submitted to the Vatican for examination or, once again, testing. What is looked for here is heroic loving behavior. Holiness is associated with behavior that is re-markably loving. Examine again the Scriptures quoted above. Holiness is not reduced to any display of supernat-ural behavior. One could easily display such behavior and not be a saint at all. But if one loves in heroic fashion, so that anybody who examines his life sees Christ in him, such a person is considered a role model for the ages, and thus a Saint! Why are miracles essential to a canonization? Loving behavior is often associated with healing, and the Church uses examples of healing as marks of holiness. And the Church will test each case, to see if such loving behavior is found. Nothing is accepted on face value. Nothing ever was. Everything is tested against the essential teaching of Love. Peace, Fr. Walter

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LITURGICAL ROLES

MONTHLY FOOD PANTRY: Please help the less fortunate with a charitable gift. Your donation allows us to supply the needy with food from week to week. The recipients graciously thank you and God continues to bless you.

MASS INTENTIONS January 2 to January 8

ALTAR SERVERS January 2017

(To Be Determined)

Saturday, 5:00 PM:

Sunday,

7:00 AM:

8:30 AM:

10:15 AM:

12:00 Noon:

6:30 PM:

LECTOR SCHEDULE

January 7

5:00 P.M. - M.A. Ciesla

January 8

7:00 A.M. - E. Vasquez 8:30 A.M. - D. Calarco 10:15 A.M. - A. Manz 12:00Noon - J. Jakosalem 6:30 P.M. - Ciancios

OFFERING COUNTERS

January 9

Pat Debelak

Marlene Nedball

Shirley Barton Connie Caputo

Richard Kuhlman Mary Ellen Kuhlman

PARISH REGISTRATION

For Further Information, please contact the Parish Office on

630-323-4333 Ext. 17

DAILY MASS: MONDAY-SATURDAY 7:30 A.M.

MON: 1/2 (D) Eileen McNamara ______________________________________________ TUES: 1/3 (D) Jerry Copeland ——————————————————————————

WED: 1/4 (D) Marijo Neuburger _______________________________________________ THURS: 1/5 (D) Aurea Averion _______________________________________________ FRI: 1/6 (D) Carol Vrtis ______________________________________________

SAT: 1/7 (L) Legion of Mary 5:00 PM (D) Judy Wrobleski Fr. Ron____________________________________________________

SUNDAY: 1/8 7:00 AM (D) Eleanore Storc Fr. Walter ___ _____________________________________________ 8:30 AM (D) HNS, John Quinnert, Anna Tatarata, Msgr. Jim (D) Jan/Katarzyna Tatarata _______________________________________________ 10:15 AM (D) Al Veverka Fr. Michael ______________________________________________

12:00 Noon (D) Rosealie/Richard Hintz Fr. Walter ______________________________________ 6:30 PM (L) Dcn. Pat Kenny and Family Msgr. Jim

CELEBRANTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE W/OUT NOTICE

January 1, 2017

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Readings:

Num 6:22-27; Gal 4:4-7, Luke 2:16-21 Scripture

The shepherds went in haste to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in

the manger. (Luke 2:16)

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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK

Frank Annicks, Alan Amann, Patricia Aylward, Nick Bensfield, Celedo-nia Biala, Joseph Bielaga, Dcn. Frank Bina, Bill/James Bleacher, Scott Bocek, Donna Bogda, Sam N. Bologna, Chris Burgner, Fran Brindac, Linda Bronsteader, Lisa Calabrese, Celeste Bucci, O.F.C., Bill Cass, Mrs. Clark, Kim Coreylie, Leona Covert, Barb Cowell, Nancy Cheske, Ann Cristofaro, Jacob D., Teresita Dela Cruz, William/Margaret Detloff, Marilyn DiFoggio, Carol Domabyl, Brooklynn Drab, Steven Duffin, Anne/Ellie Deutsch, Charles Frankenberger, Fran Goodell, Valerie Grawle, Laura Hearn, JoAnne Hug, Scott Ingram, Helen Jurasek, Syl-via/John Krones, Lorraine Kolton, Bro. Leonard Konopka, MIC, Ann Lewenski, Rev. David Lord, Matthew Maggiore, Camille Manz, Jaime Marquiez, Joan McShane, Ronald Molfese, Joan Novak, OFC, Matt Osinski, Nelva Pannaralla, Lucas Paoletti, Rose Marie Pedryc, Helen Peschel, June Pincuspy, J. Pisarczyk, Geri Ploskonka, Stanley H. Plos-konka, Anne Raymond, Joan Ritzert, Roger Rodriques, George/Laura Rossano, Charles Sanders, Archbishop Peter Sartain, Karlton Smith, Bertha Sobotka, Marylyn Sobun, Patricia Soukup, Donna Soukup, Andrew/Marilyn Stanley, Cindy Thompson, Elaine Vassallo, Joey Ventimiglia, Martin Viau, Brian Williams, Patricia Wolf, Patricia Wrenn, Ernest Zegadlo

Sunday Budget: $21,000 In Gratitude, We Announce!

December 18: $18,141 Shortfall: $(2,859)

Please pray for the joyful rebirth into the eternal celebration of God’s love for the departed.

For the Deceased of our parish

Death is not something to be feared. It has no bitter end… but rather holds for us a light to better see our Friend.

Through the Saving Waters of Baptism, we WELCOME the following:

(To Be Announced)

WEDDING BANNS

Your prayers have been a tremendous source of healing, empowerment,

enrichment, and prophecies for all of the sick of Our Lady of Peace,

especially those listed below. Join us daily by sharing your spirituality and

prayer devotions for the sick.

BAPTISMS

It is with Joy that we announce the Upcoming wedding(s) of: (To Be Announced)

(To Be Announced)

ANNIVERSARY WISHES

Remembering Jesus’ Message of Divine Mercy...

From the Catechism of the Catholic Church …

Jesus speaks to St. Faustina: “Oh if sinners knew my Mer-cy, they would not perish in such great numbers. Tell sinful souls not be afraid to approach Me; speak to them of My Great Mercy. “ (Diary #1396) “The prayer most pleasing to Me is prayer for the conver-sion of sinners. Know, My daughter, that his prayer is always heard and answered.” (Diary #1397)

“Whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you receive it, and you will.” (MK 11:24). Such is the power of prayer and of faith that does not doubt: “All things are possible to him who believes.” (MK 9:23) (ccc#2610)

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Pregnant? Need Help? The Parish Offices will be

Closed on Monday, January 2, 2017 in

Observance of the New Year.

The Parish Offices will Re-open on Tuesday, January 3 at

8:00AM

Mid-life Singles (mid-30s to 50s)

Looking to start 2017 off with a renewed sense of purpose & belonging? Then register today for a life-changing REFLECT weekend retreat at the Cardinal Stritch Retreat House, Mundelein, IL (in the northern suburbs), on Feb17-19, 2017. Take a chance and get involved... this is one New Year’s resolution you won't regret! Cost is $197 for meals and a single room. Call (312) 532-8286, e-mail reflect.chicagoland@gmail.com, or visit www.ReflectRetreat.com for details.

St. Paul the Apostle Parish—Seeks Parish Business Manager!

St. Paul the Apostle Parish is seeking candidates for employment as Parish Business Manager. The Business Man-

ager will provide leadership of the parish business office with functional responsibilities for planning, budgeting,

finance, accounting, billing, payroll, communication, parish website development, business projects, legal, sched-

uling, capital campaign and contract administration. Candidates must have experience in fiscal planning, project

management, accounting and bookkeeping, payroll management and basic office management. Candidates must

have the accounting and bookkeeping skills to process all accounts receivables, account payables and all other

accounting functions of the parish and school. Candidates must have good written and oral communication skills,

good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team in support of our parish-

ioners. Candidates must have the ability to work with Parishioners, the School Principal, the Director of Religious

Education, the Facilities Manager, Youth Minister, other staff members and vendors. Candidates must have a de-

sire to use their skills to support the mission of the Catholic Church. A BS/BA in Business, Accounting, Finance

or another related field is required. Experience with Parish Data Systems software, Paylocity payroll system and

with Parishsoft software is desirable. This exempt position is full-time and benefited. The position is available

immediately.

Please email resume and cover letter to Fr. John Klein at frjohn@stpauljoliet.com

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January 2, 2017– Closed

January 3, 2017 — Rectory Open 8 AM

NEW YEAR’S EVE & DAY MASS SCHEDULES Holy Day of Obligation

January 1: Solemnity of Mary: 7:00, 8:30, 10:15AM & 12:00 Noon, NO 6:30 PM

Help us to support the Church’s

Initiative on Marriage!

Couples who make Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends not only rediscover the joy, intimacy and romance in their relationships, but also become more active in their parish. Together, we are making marriages, families and our Church stronger & healthi-er. Would you like Worldwide Marriage Encoun-ter couples to speak about how to improve mar-riage at your Masses on a weekend? We are scheduling witness talks and Parish Marriage Enrichments. Contact Luis and Lisa Tamez at (630) 802-1147 or tinylt@aol.com .

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2nd Kwanzaa Celebration! Lake to Lake

Association of Chicago. Co-Sponsored by

Mombasa Relief Initiative.

www.mombasarelief.com

We just keep moving… Come Join

The Younger Than Ever Seniors September 8 through 16, 2017

Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone and the Grand Teton National Parks.

$1,349 Per Person Double Occupancy. $1,868 Per Person Single Occupancy.

Includes: 7 Nights of Lodging;

8 Breakfast; 7 Dinners and so much more.

A trip not to be missed!! $100 will hold your spot.

More Info. call Charlotte Napoleon at 630-964-4422.

THE YOUNGER THAN EVER SENIORS ARE GOING TO

SAVANNAH, JEKYLL ISLAND and BEAUFORT

JULY 23 – 29, 2017

SUNDAY TO SATURDAY

Double occupancy, $640 Single occupancy $850. $100 deposit.

Included: 10 meals. 6 breakfast and 4 dinners.

We will be visiting Jekyll Island, the elite coastal barrier island, Beaufort S.C

and of course the charming Savannah GA.

All are invited!

Any questions please contact us. Jim and Charlotte Napoleon 630-964-4422

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Why We Go To Mass

From the Bishop

WHEN YOU WALK INTO CHURCH FOR MASS

BY BISHOP R. DANIEL CONLON

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Merry Christmas from Our Lady of Peace.

Are you actually “RESISTING HAPPINESS??” Christ came to give us

joy, and yet many of us never seem to find it. Join your fellow parish-

ioners in reading this book, as a gift from us, and come back on

January 12, 2017 from 7:00-8:30PM in the Church Hall, to discuss

any and all questions about the book of our faith. 2017 is your year to

be happy! Any questions, email Deacon Pat @

or you’ll make him sad. Ha!!

Ephesians:

In this study, you will:• Discover what it means to be not just a son or daughter of God, but an heir

to all he has to give.

• Learn about the great mystery of how we can love one another as Christ loves the Church.

• Find out that you have a place in God’s “plan of sheer goodness".

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MARRIAGE:

Our Parish is a wonderful setting to celebrate your Sacrament of Marriage. Couples must make arrangements at least 9 months to 1 year before your proposed wedding date to allow for ample time for Marriage Prep.

Please contact Deacon Larry Fudacz at 630-323-4333 Ext. 20.

BAPTISM:

We ask that the parents be registered members of the parish. First time parents must attend one hour (plus) of Pre-Baptismal instruction held on 2nd or 3rd Tuesdays of February, April, June, August, October and December at 7:30

p.m. in the Church Hall. The Pre-Baptismal class may be taken before the birth of the child. Call Fr. Ron McBride for more information and to schedule, at 630-323-4333 Ext. 29.

EUCHARISTIC HOME AND HOSPITAL VISITATION MINISTRY:

Our PASTORAL CARE MINISTERS are available to bring Communion to Shut-Ins at home, in hospitals and nursing homes. Request CARDS for PASTORAL CARE VISITS can be found in the Church Lobby and may be placed in the

weekend collection basket OR, please contact Pat Kenny at 630-323-4333 Ext. 19.

MARIAN COMMUNITY Rev. Walter Dziordz, MIC - Pastor 630-323-4333, Ext. 14 Rev. Ron McBride, MIC – Parochial Vicar Ext. 29 rmcbride@olopdarien.org

Rev. Al Micka, MIC - Pastor Emeritus Rev. Anthony Kelpsas, MIC

Clergy: clergyolop@comcast.net __________________________ Msgr. Jim Burnett— Assistance Email: jburnettolp@gmail.com

DEACONS – 630-323-4333 Frank Bina – Retired Paul Brachle – Ext. 24 Larry Fudacz – Ext. 20 lfjf7930@prodigy.net Patrick Kenny-Ext. 19 pkenny@olopdarien.org Frank Vonesh-Ext. 25 fvonesh@olopdarien.org

PARISH Kathleen Curinka – Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor 630-323-4333, Ext. 10 kcurinka@olopdarien.org For Bulletin Submissions olpbulletin@yahoo.com Raye Ann Durr - Receptionist/Clerical Assistant, Ext. 17 rdurr@olopdarien.org Kellie Moore – Business Manager/Parish Administrator 630-323-4392 kmoore@olopdarien.org Tami Slykas-Business Office tslykas@olopdarien.org 630-323-4392

John Berardi - Music Director 708-828-2138 jberardi@olopdarien.org

SCHOOL WEBSITE: www.olopschool.org Anthony Wilkinson – Principal 630-325-9220 - awilkinson@olopdarien.org Secretaries—630-325-9220 Eileen Gray-egray@olopdarien.org Bridget Lilja-blilja@olopdarien.org PARISH WEBSITE www.olopdarien.org

EUCHARISTIC LITURGY SCHEDULE Saturday Evening Mass: 5:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00, 8:30, 10:15 AM & 12:00 Noon & 6:30PM Morning Mass: Monday-Saturday 7:30 AM

HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION

Vigil Mass (Evening before Holy Day) 7:00 PM Holy Day: 7:30 & 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM

CONFESSIONS

Immediately Following Saturday Morning Mass

PARISH REGISTRATION Visit on-line: www.olopdarien.org

Click On: Welcome & Registration Or Call Office: 630-323-4333 Ext. 10 or 17

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Jeanne Waliczek – Coordinator

630-986-8430 – jwaliczek@olopdarien.org Patty Antikauskas-Administrative Assistant

630-986-8430-pantikauskas@olopdarien.org Dc. Larry Fudacz – RCIA & Marriage Prep. 630-323-4333 – Ext. 20 – lfjf7930@prodigy.net Rissa Loucks, Youth Ministry Coordinator

630-487-1507; rloucks@olopdarien.org

RECTORY FAX 630-323-4354 SCHOOL FAX 630-325-1995

BUSINESS OFICE FAX 630– 323-0379

To schedule an Anointing of the Sick or a priest visit only, please call our answering service at 630-323-4391. Calls will be returned in a timely manner, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 9:30 PM, based on priest avail-ability, and arrangements will be made to assist your request. No other calls will be handled by this service. Thank You.

DIOCESE OF JOLIET WEBSITE www.dioceseofjoliet..org