Parish Staff: Rev. Michael J. Novick

Pastor

Mr. William Doerr Mr. John Rangel

Deacons Mrs. Sally Doerr

Lay Minister

Mr. Mark Schusteric Director of Maintenance

Mass Schedule: Saturday: 5:00 PM

(Sunday Vigil)

Sunday: 8:30 & 11:00 AM

Monday-Saturday: 8:30 AM

Holy Days: 6:30 & 8:30 AM,

and 7:00 PM

Reconciliation:

Saturdays from 4:00 PM—

4:30 PM or by appointment.

St. Lawrence O’Toole Catholic Church 4101 St. Lawrence

Avenue, Matteson, IL 60443

708-748-6090

Website: www.slotoole.org E-mail: slotparishoffice@slotoole.org Pastor’s e-mail: frnovick@slotoole.org FACEBOOK PAGE: St. Lawrence O’Toole Parish

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Ordinary Time arrives…

As of this past Monday, January 13, 2020, Ordinary Time began for the Church. Why call it Ordinary Time? It’s because the Church simply doesn’t have any major occurrences or events to celebrate from its history. Easter has the season of Lent as a time to prepare for the Easter SEASON. That’s a full three months of the Church calendar between those two seasons. Christmas has the season of Advent to prepare for the Christmas SEASON. That’s a total of about 7 weeks of the Church calendar. So with those four special times of the year accounted for, there are still 34 Sundays to celebrate and this is what we call Ordinary Time. There are plenty of dates in the regular Gregorian calendar when the Church remembers particular saints. There are many secular holidays that the Church also holds dear.

A good example is the remembering of Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday. The Church recognizes the vision and hope Dr. King worked tirelessly for so that humanity would see human beings as God sees us without prejudice – as His children. Dr. King has not been recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church (and likely will not be), but the Church knows and believes in what Dr. King stood for. The third Monday of January (commemorating Dr. King’s birthday) is a Federal Holiday and has been since 1983.

In early February (specifically the 2nd) the Church celebrates another event in Jesus’ life – the fourth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, The Presentation of the Child Jesus in the Temple. It’s an important event in Jesus’ life, but there isn’t a denoted season of preparation for the day, nor a period of time in which we focus upon it. And it’s kind of strange to consider, as an aside, but did you know that the fifth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary – The Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple doesn’t even have a specific date we celebrate just THAT event?

I’ve written about the subject of “time” in the past. “Church time” is about as confusing as this can be. Believe it or not, here is what the Catechism of the Catholic Church says about how she measures time: Paragraph 1170 says

“At the Council of Nicaea in 325, all the Churches agreed that Easter, the Christian Passover, should be celebrated on the Sunday following the first full moon (14 Nisan) after the vernal equinox. Because of different methods of calculating the 14th day of the month of Nisan, the date of Easter in the Western and Eastern Churches is not always the same. For this reason, the Churches are currently seeking an agreement in order once again to celebrate the day of the Lord’s Resurrection on a common date.”

I give you that explanation to just say two things about Ordinary Time – the date of Easter each year is the basic “center” of “Church time,” and that she works backwards to figure out the dates of the special seasons. Here is a basic list of this year’s dates working back from Easter on April 12th. Ash Wednesday is 6½ weeks before Easter. Since December 25th is ALWAYS Christmas Day and was a Wednesday in 2019, there were three Sundays before the end of the Christmas season. Therefore, the 6½ weeks in between the end of the Christmas season and Ash Wednesday this year are part of Ordinary Time. HOWEVER, in the Gregorian calendar this year, February has 29 days (the whole year is 366 days). Therefore, 366 days from Christmas 2019 will be on Friday, not a Thursday, in 2020. See? Simple, right?

Does this stuff tend to matter to the bulk of humanity and how we go about our daily lives as disciples of Jesus? It may not matter to the average Joe, but in the grand scheme of the world, maybe it does. After all, scientists have tried to measure out just how long Earth and time have existed. Maybe they ask the Church, right?

Keep seeking everyone! Fr. Mike

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Tolton: From Slave to Priest, the powerful, live production, performed by actor Him Coleman and directed by Leonardo Deflipis of Saint Luke Productions, will be presented here at O’Toole, in the gym, on Saturday, February 29, at 6:30 PM. Meet Fr. August Tolton, the first African American priest, in this one-man, multimedia performance. From his dramatic escape from slavery to his courageous struggle in the face of prejudice, Fr. Tolton’s inspiring life centers around his message of reconciliation and hope. This riveting drams is filled with all of the elements of profession theater, runs 75 minutes, and is suitable for ages 10 and up. Admission is $15 for adults, and $10 for anyone ages 17 & under. (Ticket prices will increase by $5.00 at the door.) Tickets are available after all Masses this weekend and are also available at the Parish Office. Tickets are also available online @ https://slotoole.churchgiving.com/ For additional information, please contact the Parish Office @ 708-748-6090, extension 100 or via email @ slotparishoffice@slotoole.org. Learn more @ www.ToltonDrama.com

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January 19, 2020 ~ Second Sunday in Ordinary Time: In the Gospel after Jesus was baptized, John testified

saying, “I saw the Spirit come down like a dove…and remain upon Him.” As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box, know that you are a sign of God’s Spirit of love to those who are suffering.

Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children

January 22 The over 56 million abortions since the 1973 decisions of Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton reflect with heartbreaking magnitude what Pope Francis means by a “throwaway culture.” However,

we have great trust in God’s providence. We are reminded time and again in Scripture to seek the Lord’s help, and as people of faith, we believe that our prayers are heard. The General Instruction of the Roman Missal, no. 373, designates January 22 as a particular day of prayer and penance, called the “Day of Prayer for the Legal

Protection of Unborn Children”: “In all the Dioceses of the United States of America, January 22 (or January 23, when January 22 falls on a Sunday) shall be observed as a particular day of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life

and of penance for violations to the dignity of the human person committed through acts of abortion.” As individuals, we are called to observe this day through the penitential practices of prayer, fasting and/or

giving alms.

Pro-Life News

Our next MANNA order will be going in on Monday, January 20. So, remember, we all NEED to eat, we all drive or ride in cars, we sometimes eat out, our family and friends have birthdays, Valentines Day is coming, the list goes on and on….The possibilities are endless. So, please remember to use our Manna program, because like we said before Christmas, it is a no stress, easy, and most of all, profitable

program for our Parish, that doesn’t cost you anything extra. Any questions about Manna, please stop at the MANNA table at the back of Church or call the Parish Office. Please remember Manna orders are due to the Parish Office by 9:00 AM on Monday morning. Our NEXT MANNA order is Monday, January 20.

January 21, 2020—7: PM St. Joseph Church 17951 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL 60430 The Respect Life Ministry Is thrilled to be hosting an evening with Belinda Guyton, the Center Director of Southside Pregnancy Center. Belinda will be speaking on “The Reality of an Unplanned Pregnancy.” • Perspectives of women & girls facing an unplanned pregnancy • Brief overview of abortion laws in the state of Illinois • The mission and work of pregnancy resource centers • The origin/background of Planned Parenthood

• The impact of abortion, especially on communities of color • Ways that individuals can get more involved with the Pro-Life Movement by supporting pregnancy re-source centers & other efforts.

Belinda Guyton has been involved with the Pro-Life Movement for approximately 28 years as a volun-teer and supporter of Pregnancy Resource Centers in the Chicagoland area. Belinda currently serves as Center Director for Southside Pregnancy Center, providing operational oversight for the ministry. Belinda is also a Board Member of ‘The March forLife Chicago’, which is the largest Pro Life gathering in the Midwest region of the United States.

Belinda’s passion is to educate and encourage more involvement in the Pro-Life movement.

Living Stewardship

January 19, 2020 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time “Now the Lord has spoken who formed

me as his servant from the womb...” ISAIAH 49:5 God have given each of us different gifts. In order for God’s plan to work, you have to do what God is calling you to do and I have to do what God is calling me to do. And guess what? God has given each of us a different plan! So, stop comparing yourself to others. Don’t let envy and jealousy enter your life. Be thankful for the gifts God has given you and generously share them with others.

STEWARDSHIP PRAYER Oh Lord, giver of life and source

of our freedom, we are reminded that Yours is “the earth in its fullness; the world and those who dwell in it.” We know that it is from your hand that we have received all we have and are and will be. Gracious and loving God,we understand that you call us to be the stewards of Your abundance, the caretakers of all you have entrusted to us. Help us always to use your gifts wisely and teach us to share them generously.

May our faithful stewardship bear witness to the love of Christ in our lives. We pray this with grateful hearts in Jesus’ name. Amen.

PLANNED GIVING Remember St. Lawrence O’Toole in your estate plans. St. Lawrence O’Toole has been blessed over the years to have received some generous gifts from parishioners and friends who have included our parish in their estate plans. If you would like to include SLOT in your plans, please contact the Parish Office.

A Prayer for Those Serving in the Military

Lord, Hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time

of need. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen

If there are parishioners currently serving in the United States military, we would like to know. Please contact the Parish Office @ 748-6090 x100 or slotparishoffice@slotoole.org, and let us know the name of your dear one and they will be remembered in the prayers of our community and the name posted in the bulletin. Please indicate branch of service and

rank.

2nd Lt. Christine Shirley—Air Force Master Sergeant Michael McGeever—Air

Force Master Sergeant Heriberto Garza—Army

Warrant Officer Mark Panozzo—Army

Airman 1st Class Christopher Garbaciak—Air Force

Specialist Alisha D. Grezlik—Army Corporal Michael L. Ford—Army

Corporal Whitney Thorne, Marines

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Reflecting on God’s Word To be a disciple of Jesus Christ means to learn from him. He is the teacher, we the students; he is the master, we his servants. But what is it we are to learn? One important title for Jesus is the Lamb of God who has come to serve by taking away our sin. He serves by leading us to participate in the holiness of God. We are to do the same for

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May we remain in the holy company of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the apostles, and all the saints. May their example and presence inspire us with patient confidence in the work of your grace. We ask this of you who live and reign with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen

to hear you clearly to listen to each other attentively to imagine our future boldly to discern your direction wisely to persevere in your holy will courageously to stay together in charity to surrender our own plans readily to embrace the greater good to hand on your gifts to future generations.

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This week at O’Toole

Sunday, January 19, 2020 8:30 AM: Mass C 11:00 AM: Mass C Monday, January 20, 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day NO RE CLASSES 8:00 AM: Rosary C 8:30 AM: Mass C Tuesday, January 21, 2020 7:45 AM: Rosary C 8:10 AM: Morning Prayer C 8:30 AM: Mass C 9:15 AM: Morning Scripture Study PO/M Wednesday, January 22, 2020 8:30 AM: Mass C 11:00 AM: Mass C 6:30 PM: PADS O’Toole Thursday, January 23, 2020 7:45 AM: Rosary C 8:10 AM: Morning Prayer C 8:30 AM: Mass C Friday, January 24, 2019 7:45 AM: Rosary C 8:30 AM: Mass C 6:30 PM: PADS O’Toole Saturday, January 25, 2020 8:10 AM: Morning Prayer C 8:30 AM: Mass C 9:00 AM: Rosary C 4:00 PM: Reconciliation C Tolton Play Tickets After Mass 5:00 PM: Mass C Sunday, January 26, 2020 Tolton Play Tickets After All Masses 8:30 AM: Mass C 11:00 AM: Mass C

Sacramental Information: Baptisms: The first and second Sunday of each month at 12:30 PM. NOTE: Expectant parents should phone the Parish Office 2 months before the birth of your baby to arrange for required Baptismal Preparation Classes. Weddings: Arrangements for Marriage should be made by calling the Parish Office no later than four months prior to the proposed wedding date. Attending Pre-Cana is required. Funerals: Arrangements can be made by a family member by calling the Parish Office. Pastoral Care of the Sick: To arrange for communion to be brought to the sick, the elderly, and the homebound, please call the Parish Office @ (708)748-6090. Pro-Life Phone Numbers: Pregnancy Counseling Hotlines: Carenet/Heartbeat—1-800-395-HELP, Birthright—1-800-550-4900, Project Rachel, (post-abortion healing) - 1-888-456-HOPE Natural Family Planning information: St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee—call David & Elba (815) 939-0949, St. Stephen’s in Tinley Park—call Jeff & Linda (708) 633-7392, For Spanish classes—call Don & Fidelia (630)628-9850. For more information or to order the Couple to Couple League Home Study Course please call (800) 745-8252.

Saints and Special Observances Sunday: 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time; Julian Calendar Theophany (Epiphany) Monday: St. Fabian; St. Sebastian; Martin Luther King Jr. Day Tuesday: St. Agnes Wednesday: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children Thursday: St. Vincent; St. Marianne Cope Friday: St. Francis de Sales Saturday: The Conversion of St. Paul; Week of Prayer for Christian Unity ends; Chinese New Year 4718

Readings for the Week

Monday: 1 Sm 15:16-23; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23; Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday: 1 Sm 16:1-13; Ps 89:20-22, 27-28; Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday: 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Mk 3:1-6, or any of a number of readings for the Day of Prayer Thursday: 1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7; Ps 56:2-3, 9-13; Mk 3:7-12 Friday: 1 Sm 24:3-21; Ps 57:2-4, 6, 11; Mk 3:13-19 Saturday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18 Sunday: Is 8:23 — 9:3; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17; Mt 4:12-23 [12-17]

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“I will make you a light to the nations,

that My salvation

may reach to the ends

of the earth.”

- Isaiah 49:6b