Easter Sunday April 20, 2014

St. Cletus Canticle 600 W. 55th Street - La Grange, IL 60525

(708) 352-6209 Rectory (708) 215-5440 Español (708) 352-4820 School

www.stcletusparish.com

All are welcome.

Handicapped parking is located in front of church. Personal hearing devices are available from the ushers/greeters.

Children’s Chapel available for the young and the restless

in the rear of the church.

PARISH STAFF REV. ROBERT CLARK Pastor REV. EDGAR RODRIGUEZ Associate Pastor REV. KENNETH BAKER Associate Pastor REV. RON ANGLIM Weekend Associate REV. MR. JESÚS & SILVIA CASAS Deacon Couple REV. MR. STUART & MARLENE HEYES Deacon Couple PASTORAL STAFF Fr. Ken Baker/Paulette Bolton Worship (708) 215-5422 Laura Langseth Brasky Music Ministry (708) 215-5423 Deacon Jesús Casas Hispanic Ministry (708) 215-5440 Amanda Birth Youth Ministry (708) 215-5419 Mary Beth Ford Social Concerns (708) 215-5418 Deacon Stuart Heyes Ministry of Care (708) 215-5407 Debbie Lestarczyk Business Manager (708) 215-5405 Christopher Wagner Technology (708) 215-5420

SCHOOL STAFF Jolene Hillgoth President Margaret Hayes Principal Mary Lee Krieger Administrative Assistant Jeannie Scalzitti Receptionist/Office Assistant (708) 352-4820 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STAFF Paulette Bolton Director of Parish Catechesis/Formation Holly Kallal Administrative Assistant (708) 352-2383 RECTORY STAFF Patricia Drobny Bulletin Editor/Office Assistant Bobbie Kallal Human Resources/Records Mary Zwolinski Parish Accounting (708) 352-6209

Please pray for those who have died and their families…

Shauna Laatz,

wife of Alec Shelley daughter of Bill & Lori Laatz

May the Lord grant her eternal rest.

Amen.

Mass Intentions for the Week of April 21 - April 27, 2014

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Leticia Morales and Rito Rodriguez

Please remember our sick in your prayers: Jacquelyn Fuchs, Dave McCoy, Jack Burke, Jim Sifuentes, Ted Slowik, Si Sizemore, Mary Lestarczyk, John Herzog, Matthew

Kruchten, Jon Basinger, Edris Strope, Emily Ann Dziedzic, Kathy Wendell, LaVerne Gill, Richard Rottinger, Ed Vokurka, Sr., Fernando Cabral, Joyce Arnold, Jackie Schickel, Sue Engstrom, Ray Salstedt, Loretta Johncola, Catherine Mlot, Denise Rowalka, Barbara Kotus, Hector Gonzalez, Donna Cameron, Anna Mae McCormick, Sharon Mylan, Mary Jamrozik, Margaret Bauer Fountain, Shellye Bolton, Emily Devine, Gerda Dorso, Karen Stoltman, Judy Duque, Mark Bergnach, Joan Curtin, Phil Hodak, John Duda, George Duda, Steven Onusaitis, Lorraine Walter, Loretta Harwood, Marilyn Matesevac, Joe Butkus, Elizabeth Dougherty, Barbara Stamm, Teddy Kowalski, and Frances Klimcke. Also pray for our parishioners who are in nursing homes or are homebound unable to attend Mass.

ALL facilities will be closed Monday, April 21, after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. The rectory office will reopen on Tuesday, April 22, at 9:00 a.m.

Day Time Intentions

Monday 8:00 a.m. Domenica Frasca, Angelo Cumbo, Richard Duda, Jean Bottoms Kinsella

Tuesday 8:00 a.m. Souls in Purgatory

Wednesday 8:00 a.m. Beloved Parishioners of St. Cletus

Thursday 8:00 a.m. Robert Kunkel, Joseph Vieceli

Friday 8:00 a.m. Ruth Wandtke

Saturday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Alpolina Zagdronik Michael Liszeo, Benjamin Patrick Hyink, Georgia Popp, Efrena Aranas

Sunday 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

Marco & Emilia Rattin, Dolores E. Kuchta, Jim & Lorraine Adamec Marylyn Loughlin Dr. Nancy Nelson, Ernest Blecic, Ginny & Joe Shepler, James F. Russell Robert Sharpe, Betty Niwa Souls in Purgatory

Presider Subject to change

Fr. Clark

Fr. Rodriguez

Fr. Clark

Fr. Baker

Fr. Rodriguez

Fr. Bob + All Fr. Baker

Fr. Rodriguez Fr. Anglim Fr. Rodriguez Fr. Clark Fr. Baker

Weddings

EASTER  It is the hour to rend thy chains, the blossom time of souls. —Katharine Lee Bates

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NOTES FROM FATHER BOB…

EASTER SUNDAY 2014

“HE IS RISEN!…HE IS TRULY RISEN!” ALLELUIA!!!

Mary of Magdala comes before dawn on the first day of the week to the tomb of Jesus. She had witnessed his suffering; she had been present at the cross when he breathed his last. Her life had been profoundly changed for the better by this man – the gospel tells us that Jesus had cast seven demons out of Mary. He had set her free and she had reason enough to love him. So she came to honor him, perhaps to prepare his body, perhaps simply because in her love she could not let go and just needed to be near her Lord. When she saw that first sign of resurrection, the stone which had been rolled away, she did not understand. The two disciples she hurried to tell ran to the scene. The Beloved Disciple (John) was hesitant about entering the tomb. Peter, typically, went straight in, but though he saw further signs of the resurrection – the folded cloths – he too did not understand. It is only when John sees – really sees – that he makes that leap of faith and believes. The first reading tells us that Jesus did not appear to everyone after his resurrection – only to those whom God had chosen; only to those who were his disciples, who could really see the signs; only, you might say, to those who truly love him. It is these people who had a real encounter with the Risen Lord – who “have eaten and drunk with him after his resurrection.” They were the ones who had their lives turned around by this man, to the point where Peter says that they are more than friends, more than fans, but ordered to be witnesses to the resurrection. Why are we here today? Perhaps like Mary we simply want to express our love of Jesus, like the fans who visit their hero’s grave. John stood at the edge of the tomb, not daring to enter. Is that us? Are we reluctant to go any further with our faith, perhaps afraid of where it might lead? Perhaps we are like Peter – oblivious to the signs of God’s presence, to the signs of the resurrection in our own lives? Eventually, John and Mary and Peter do move on from their grief and confusion. John “sees and believes.” Mary recognizes the Lord in the garden when he speaks her name. Peter moves from confusion and ignorance to fearless faith and witness. Where do we stand? As Christians we are not just distant admirers or grateful fans. Paul tells us: “we have been brought back to true life with Christ.” Through our baptism, we actually share his journey through death to new life. And so like Peter we seek to be witnesses, witnesses to what he has done for us. By faith, we acknowledge his resurrection, we continue to eat and drink with him, and we hope to share his glory. But if we are to be credible witnesses, we need to have that first hand encounter with the risen Lord – we need to see the signs of his presence in our lives, as John, Mary and Peter did. We can only bear witness to what we have personally experienced. If we love Christ – if we follow his way of love – then he will lead us to see and believe. He will enable us to become powerful witnesses to his resurrection – and to our own, to the glory which awaits all those who put their trust in him. On behalf of Fathers Edgar Rodriguez, Ken Baker, Ron Anglim and myself, we wish you all a blessed and Holy Easter filled with the love of our Risen Lord. May each of you grow in grace throughout this holy season. Rejoice and be glad for He has Risen! He has truly Risen! Easter Blessings, Father Bob Pastor

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION HAPPENINGS

On Saturday, April 5, the 2nd Graders from our school and Religious Education program, who have been preparing to receive their First Communion, gathered with their parents for a mini-retreat. The children were divided into groups, and after prayer, moved through four different stations including a Meditation experience, a Mass game, a placemat craft with fill-ins on the Eucharist, and practiced receiving the host. Parents accompanied and assisted their children throughout the morning. The morning culminated with a wonderful presentation and a review of the Mass and the vessels used at the liturgy given by Fr. Bob. We are grateful to the parents, teachers and catechists who have had the privilege of helping to nurture the children in their sacramental preparations. Please continue to pray for these little ones. Paulette Bolton Director of Religious Education

TIME TO REGISTER Registration information/registration for next year’s Religious Education Program is available online at http://stcletusparish.com/ministries/religious-education/re/ or you may call (708) 352-2383 for more information.

Dear Clergy, Staff and Parishioners of St. Cletus, We would like to thank you for the prayers offered during my Mom’s final days and for all the words, messages of sympathy, prayers, cards and mass intentions we received following her passing. St. Cletus is indeed a special place we are proud to call our spiritual home and we are truly blessed to be a part of it. We’d like to wish you and your families a Very Happy Easter.

Peace and Blessings to you all. Dcn Stuart & Marlene Heyes

JESUS IS RISEN, ALLELUIA! During the past six weeks, our parish community has joined with our brothers and sisters

across the world in prayer, fasting and almsgiving, with a special focus on the poorest members of our global community served by Catholic Relief Services. Our lives were touched by stories from Kenya, Guatemala, the Philippines, Malawi, Haiti and the United States. May the spirit of the risen Christ inspire and guide us as we continue our commitment to those who are in most need in our world. If you have not already returned your rice bowl, please drop if off at the rectory during business hours, or place it in the designated basket in the narthex when you come to Mass next weekend. Thank you for your generosity.

To all those who support our pantry - parishioners, friends in the community, and food pantry volunteers - May your heart and home be filled with the Joy and Promise of Easter as you continue to serve the Lord and celebrate His resurrection! Thank you for continuing to add food pantry items to your grocery list. Some of our greatest needs at this time include cereal, canned meat/chicken, boxed potatoes, crackers, condiments (salad dressing, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, etc.), canned tomatoes/tomato sauce and canned milk. All in-date non perishables are greatly appreciated! Mary Beth Ford Director of Social Concerns

INTERFAITH CAREER NETWORK Join us on Thursday, April 24, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at St. John of the Cross Parish Center, 5005 S. Wolf Road in Western Springs. Job Search Skills and Techniques You Can’t Live Without is our topic this evening. Our speaker, Kevin Crews, has over 20 years of experience training, sourcing and recruiting top talent for Fortune 500 companies. This program is for the employed and under employed as well as the unemployed. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge to attend. Interfaith career Network (ICN) offers job support through various programs throughout the month. For further information, please visit our website at www.interfaithcareernetwork.org.

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St. Cletus School’s elementary program offers a strong educational curriculum guided by the

Common Core State Standards in English, language arts, and math, as well as the State of Illinois

Learning Standards. In addition to our 1st - 8th grade program with an average classroom size of

22 students, St. Cletus offers 3- and 4-year-old, half and full-day preschool, as well as half and full

-day kindergarten classes. Our well-rounded academic program offers Spanish, art, music,

physical education, library, and computer technology classes. Daily religion classes, service hours,

and regular school Masses also help our students to develop into mature, responsible young adults.

Other opportunities available at St. Cletus School are Junior Great Books, Student Council,

Scouting (for boys and girls), athletic programs, band, choir, various after school clubs, and before

-and after care programs. If your child is just beginning his/her education, or if you are

considering a change, please call the school to make an appointment to visit or to register.

Applications are now being accepted for new students for the 2014-15 school year.

Feel free to call the school office Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 3:15 p.m.

at (708) 352-4820 if you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment to visit

our school. St. Cletus School is a great place to be—stop by to learn more!

Sincerely,

Margaret Hayes Jolene Hillgoth Principal President

St. Cletus School 700 W. 55th St (708) 352-4820 phone LaGrange, IL 60525 (708) 352-0788 fax

www.stcletusschool.com

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Hey Boys and Girls, Moms & Dads, we’re back for our 8th year of Bible School. Another Great Bible School

Adventure Week begins on June 16, from 9:00 a.m. – Noon. The cost is $30 per child. Registration information and forms are available in the Religious Education Office and on the Parish Web Site under the Religious Education tab. We are limited to 80 students. Don’t delay in sending in your forms. This year, we will spend a week discovering that Jesus’ love is one-of-a-kind. For more details or information call the Religious Education office at 708-352-2383 and talk to Mrs. Bolton or Holly. NEEDED – Adult Station Leaders and Teen Crew Leaders from 7th Grade and up willing to help our young adventurer’s discover that Jesus’ love is one-of-a-kind during the week of June 16, from 8:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Our planning and decorating meeting will take place on June 12, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Call Mrs. Bolton or Holly at (708) 352-2383 or email at re@stcletusparish.com if you are interested in helping.

20 E. Plainfield Road — Countryside, IL (708) 352-9696

Please join us at Li le Joe’s in suppor of St. Clet s Parish “Living our Faith,

Building our Fut re” campaig . Present this flyer April 10th through

April 30th and “Li le Joe’s” will donate 10% of your purchase towards our

new parish center.

Stop in and enjoy the g eat food …

Show Your Support

Eat at Little Joe’s

April 10-30

Hours: Mon. thru Fri.

10:30am—9:00pm Saturday

10:30am—6:00pm Closed Sunday

Thank you for your Support!

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The Christmas present from Fr. Bob, the book “Rediscover Catholicism,” encourages us to “become the best possible version of ourselves.” Please join workshop leader Kathy McNicholas (PA/DRE of Incarnation Parish) and take a step toward finding that “best possible self.” The workshop is free, but class is limited. To register, please provide your contact information to Greg Stupka (gstupka@comcast.net) or (708) 310-4743 (voice only).

CREDO (Continuing Religious EDucation Opportunities)

SPIRITUAL GIFTS INVENTORY WORKSHOP

How many times have you heard, “You are the light of the world”? So, what exactly is your “light”?

To help you figure it out, St. Cletus CREDO Committee is hosting a workshop,

“Spiritual Gifts Inventory,” on Tuesday, May 6, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Morrissey Hall

Workshop Outline Workshop “take-aways” • Review how Vatican II empowered the

laity and called us to holiness. • Answer 120 questions (on a scale of 0

to 3) about your relationship with the world (people and things).

• Score your test and view your self across 24 possible “charisms” (spiritual gifts).

• Receive a detailed description of your top 4 “charisms.”

• Ask questions and share your thoughts, expectations and surprises.

• Reflect on your “charisms” as deeply rooted gifts from God.

• Recognize how God works through you in your everyday world.

• Consciously connect your “charisms” to God’s will and make your life a prayer.

• Discover that holiness is within reach in each moment of your life.

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St. Cletus Adult Service Program (ASP)

After working with DuPage Habitat for Humanity, our group has been looking for similar projects that might be of interest, as well as volunteers from our community to join us. Here are some exciting ways to “give back” to your community in the company of a great group of people! The South Suburban branch of the Habitat for Humanity has a couple programs - including rehabbing homes for Veterans - for which they are seeking volunteers. The description of one of their current projects in nearby Hazel Crest follows: Our recent work with a group at the Hazel Crest property has blossomed into a full gut rehab, as we discovered significant termite damage. That was taken care of with Orkin but the residual damage is extensive. We will need to replace beams in the basement and some exterior framing. Same with some areas of first floor. The home is now gutted which will allow for plumbing and electrical sub's to get started. We will insulate and sheetrock once their work is done. Needs some new windows, exterior work on fascia, garage needs structural work, probably tearing out concrete steps and replacing with wood, etc. etc., etc. Where your team fits is dependent on when, skill levels and how often. We have also created a fledgling program to help with such services as landscaping (trimming, cut grass, weeding), property clean-ups, labor to paint rooms or sections of house that can be handled in one day, and minor repairs such as: repair loose or broken cabinet hinges, latches, window handles; changing light bulbs; checking smoke detectors; replacing broken windows; repairing loose trim, molding, and stair railings; replace furnace filters; re-light pilot on gas appliances; replace defective switches/outlets (as long as electrical can be turned off); hanging pictures, etc. We are not professional contractors, but homeowners, like yourselves, that have strengths in many areas and a desire to help others. Volunteers are asked to perform what they can physically do; volunteers in a trade or profession may utilize their skills as needed and within the limits of the program. If you would like to become part of the pool of adult volunteers that we can count on to help out as your schedule allows, please contact Wes Rehwoldt at (708) 579-3186 or wesr@svn.com

REMEMBER “MANY HANDS MAKE FOR LIGHT WORK!”

HOLY NAME SOCIETY CELEBRATION! Coffee and donuts will be served in the Church Narthex after the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday, April 26, by the Holy Name Society. The special occasion? It’s the Feast Day of St. Cletus.

Past Presidents of the Holy Name Society will be honored at the Friday, May 2, annual dinner at Buck’s Restaurant in Hodgkins. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10. Please remember an item for the raffle! Members should sign the list in the Minister’s Room. Dan Gibbons

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HAVE A HAPPY AND BLESSED EASTER!

Our teens at Stations of the Cross

TEEN FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM Our last teen Mass will be May 18, at the 11:00 a.m. Mass. This will be our closing Mass with a picnic and games in the courtyard to follow! Hope to see you there! KAIROS 17 SAVE THE DATE K17 will be taking place from July 31 –August 3. . Applications will be available at the end of May.

MISSION TRIP! We still have a few spots open for our summer mission trip to Pennsylvania and are looking for two or three more adult chaperones, please contact me (abirth@stcletusparish.com) for details! FANNIE MAY CANDY BAR SALES TO BENEFIT OUR SUMMER MISSION TRIP TO Oil City, Pennsylvania. We are still selling Fannie May candy bars for a dollar! Please contact me if you are interested! Stay Up-To-Date on Our Activities and Events “Like” St. Cletus Youth Ministry on Facebook! You can do this at www.facebook.com/stcletusyouth. Amanda Birth Director of Youth Ministry

EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 20, 2014

When Christ your life appears, then you too will appear with him in glory. — Colossians 3:4

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DAY/DATE TIME LOCATION/ ROOM #

EVENT

Easter Sunday, April 20

Monday, April 21

Tuesday, April 22 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m.

MH S-201

Girl’s Church League Hispanic Ministry Men’s Prayer Group

Wednesday, April 23 9:00 a.m. RB Mission Ladies

Thursday, April 24

Friday, April 25

Saturday, April 26 8:30 a.m. C-Narthex Celebration of St. Cletus Feast Day/Donuts & Coffee

Sunday, April 27 4:00 p.m. C Fine Arts Concert

WEEK AT A GLANCE

C…Church S…School (Education Building) Narthex…Church Vestibule (East & West) RB…Rectory Basement MH…Morrissey Hall

The collection amount for Palm Sunday, April 13, is not available due to the early printing of the Canticle.

“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his mercy endures forever.” Psalm 118:1

ALL Facilities Closed After the 8:00 a.m. Mass

Happy Easter

ST. CLETUS ONLINE GIVING—DONATIONS MADE EASY We encourage you to make online donations by logging onto our website, www.stcletusparish.com and click on the Donate button and register using your checking account, debit card or credit card. Questions? Call Mary Zwolinski at the rectory, (708) 352-6209.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

St. Cletus Catholic Parish of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a Christian community of believers and followers of Christ Jesus. We call and welcome all to join our family of faith as we seek to live the Gospel values in our daily lives, community and world. We are committed to providing spiritual nourishment through the worship of God, celebration of the sacraments, Christian education, and use of our time, talent and treasure in serving others with compassion and love.

MASSES Saturday Evening: 5:00pm Sunday: 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm (Spanish) Weekdays: Mon. thru Sat. 8:00am Evening before Holy Day: 7:00pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8:00am BAPTISMS 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month at 11:30am. Parents must be registered parishioners and attend the Baptism Preparation class. Please make arrangements by calling the Rectory office (708-352-6209). WEDDINGS Dates and times are reserved for registered parishioners. Initial arrangements must be completed five months in advance of the wedding date. HOME/HOSPITAL VISITATION AND COMMUNION CALLS Please contact the Ministry of Care office (708-215-5407). EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND BENEDICTION Adoration begins following the 8:00am Mass and continues during the day until 6:15pm the first Tuesday of the month. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed at 6:15pm followed by Benediction. Hispanic Adoration continues from 7:00pm until 8:00pm. CONFESSIONS Confessions every Saturday of the month: 4:15-4:45pm.

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Saturday: 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am-1:00pm

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BULLETIN ARTICLES The deadline for Canticle article submission is 5:00 p.m. Friday, one full week prior to Sunday’s publication. Articles may be submitted electronically to pdrobny@stcletusparish.com.

ST. CLETUS SCHOOL BOARD

DEPARTMENT POSITION Administration Fr. Bob Clark Pastor Jolene Hillgoth President Margaret Hayes Principal Executive Committee Mike Pusatera Chairperson Marty Mulcrone Vice Chairperson Heather Alpe Secretary Finance Committee Mike Magee Bob Gray Policy Shawn Temple Development & Marketing Michael Gilmartin Chris McLean Zlata Kozul-Naumovski Ron Skrip Ann Foley Rachel Luna Doug Rausch Liaisons Mary DeGroot FSA President Kevin Dahill Athletic Assoc President Chris McLean Tech Comm Liaison