Dear Parishioners,

He’s ba-ack! Yes, I’ve returned to the people and to the

parish I love. To be sure, it’s important for a pastor,

well, any priest, actually, to get away sometimes, but it’s also far

more important for him, afterwards, to shoulder his responsibilities

again and to do the job God gave him to do, to the best of his ability.

Yes, vacations are a great help in this area. So, I return refreshed and

am very happy to be back. Yes, for the moment, I’m somewhat

darker than I was when I left, but that will fade quickly, I’m sure.

The southwest Florida weather could have been a bit better, but I

managed to “catch some rays” now and then. It was also very good

to be with my brother-in-law, for whom this was his first summer

vacation without his wife – my sister. We didn’t speak overly much

about her, but we did recount a few pleasant memories from years

past.

I give a big Thank You to Father Bartholomew for taking care of

things in my absence! I feel a bit guilty, since our new Mass

schedule is heavier than it was before and he had quite a burden on

his shoulders. But, he was very much up to the job, and I know that

you and he are taking to one another very well. St. Joseph will be in

good hands when I have to leave again for a short time at the end of

September and for a Christmas jaunt home at the end of December

and the beginning of January.

Though it’s not immediate at the moment, both Father Bartholomew

and I will have to be away from the parish from October 7 through

10. The reason is the bi-annual Priests’ Convocation. This is just

something that all priests in the diocese have to attend. So, on

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, during that time, there will be no

7:30 AM Masses. Masses will resume the evening of October 10.

Rest assured that all Mass intentions will be satisfied either by Father

or me during our time away. Believe me, both Father Bartholomew

and I, had we our “druthers,” would opt to stay put here, but, as the

saying goes, “ya gotta do wutcha ya gotta do.” I’m so glad to be

back with you, my children and my friends. God bless each and

every one of you.

Father Magiera

Saint Joseph Catholic Church

August 24/25, 2019

A Parish Apostolate of the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter

Fr. Michael W. Magiera, FSSP, KHS, ChLJ, Pastor

Fr. Gregory Bartholomew, FSSP, ChD, Assistant Pastor

1329 Belleview Avenue Rockdale, IL 60436-2577

Phone: (815) 725-4469 FAX: (815) 725-1820

Rectory/Emergencies: (815) 725-1051

Father Magiera’s Email: frmagiera@rcdoj.org Father Bartholomew’s Email: fatherb@fastmail.net

Website: www.fsspjoliet.wordpress.com Facebook: St. Joseph Catholic Church – Rockdale, Illinois

Elizabeth Kelch, Co-DRE Denise Lonigro, Co-DRE Phone: (815) 729-9149 Phone: (708) 646-3834 Email: stjosephrep@hotmail.com Email: deniselonigro@gmail.com

Office/Rectory Hours: Monday through Friday

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

2019 Liturgical Calendar and Mass Intentions

Sanctuary Lamp Intentions of Lola Hill

Sat., August 24th Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:15 pm Rose E. Plut by Martin & Beverly Guidfra

Sun., August 25th 11th Sunday after Pentecost (2nd cl.)

8:00 am Baleria Baltazar by Griceda Herrera

10:00 am Pro Populo

Mon., August 26th St. Zephyrinus, Pope & Martyr (4th cl.)

7:30am All the Souls in Purgatory, specially deceased

member of FOSS by Monica Becker

Tues., August 27th St. Joseph Calasance Confessor (3rd cl.) 7:30 am Betty Lis & Steven (Son) by Warren Dorman

Wed., August 28th St. Augustine Bishop,

Confessor & Doctor (3rd cl.) 7:30 am Eileen Berry by Darlene & Joseph Haumann

Thur., August 29th Beheading of St. John Baptist (3rd cl.)

7:30 am Denise Schoeckenthaler by Heather Boudreau

5:30 pm All the Souls in Purgatory, especially deceased

members of FOSS by Monica Becker

Fri., August 30th St. Rose of Lima, Virgin (3rd cl.)

7:30 am Mary, Philomena, Katelyn & Megan Mitchell

by Robert & Mary Mitchell (Parents)

Sat., August 31st St. Ramond Nonnatus Confessor (3rd cl.)

8:00 am In repentance and reparation for the sins and

offenses within our Church

Sat., August 31st Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:15 pm Jerry Harmon (Aug. 30 – Birthday)

by Jean Harmon

Sun., September 1st 12th Sunday after Pentecost (2nd cl.)

8:00 am + Luis Reyes by The Turk Family

10:00 am Pro Populo

+ means deceased

Mass Schedule

Ordinary Form

Saturday 4:15pm

Extraordinary Form

Sunday 8:00 am; 10:00 am; 5:30 pm (Naperville) Monday through Friday: 7:30 am

Thursday 5:30 pm, followed by Holy Hour and Benediction

Saturday 8:00 am

Holy Days of Obligation

Ordinary Form: 5:15 p.m. anticipated Mass, if a priest is available Extraordinary Form: 7:00 am & 7:00 pm

Confessions

30 minutes before Mass

Baptisms

Any weekday is possible, but Saturdays are preferred. To schedule your family’s Baptism, please call or email Fr. Magiera. Thank you very much!

Weddings

For parishioners with faithful parish membership for at least one year. Please inquire at least 6 months prior to intended date.

WELCOME VISITORS! Worship Aides for both forms of the Mass are in the pew racks. We

welcome new parishioners. Census forms are in the back of the

church, either in racks or on the tables. Turn in your form to Fr.

Magiera or place your form in the collection basket. No need to

respond ‘Amen’ at Latin Mass Holy Communion.

Prayer Intentions for the living and deceased:

Christy Becker, Richard Blaskie, Jim Dernulc, Mark Evans, Cris

Galounis, Michael Kelly, Mary Lund, Kathleen Mary McNair, Ray

Tomanio, Merlin Melnarik, Fr. Vytas Memenas, Kaira Paramo,

Russler Family, Angie Schuman, Judy Splayt, Fr. Chris Steinle,

OSA, Jim Wright, Ken Zabel, Adele Stukas, Aldona Peciura, Nancy

Tomanio, Zita Stukas, Hellmann/Roman/Kasperek, Robert

Fearncombe, Jr., Isabella Goodrich, Bonnie Reichstadt, Ellen

McCague, Mary Mitchell, George Magee, Fr. Christopher Manuele,

Susanna Wheeler and James Wheeler, Ricardo Martinez, Ayako

Naganuma.

RIP: Ben Bazik, Glen Dykhuizen, Tahara Dykhuizen, Barbara

Schoenberger, Fran Nelli, Dale Bixenmann, Arthur Birsa, Mary Rose

Bucciarelli, Diane Wolfe, Bonnie Nagra, Corinne Bowers,

Dr.Stephanie Pavnica, Andrew Pavnica, George McCague, Kevin

Hansen, and Linda Stortz.

Religious Education Program Our Religious Education Program will begin

on Sunday, September 8th from 8:30-9:45

a.m. If you have not registered your child

for class, please arrive by 8:15 a.m. to regis-

ter. Thank you very much!

Religious Education School Cleaning Volunteers are needed to help us clean the school

in preparation for our Religious Education School

Year on Saturday, September 7th from 9:00-11:00

a.m. Please meet Mrs. Kelch in the school.

Thank you very much for your assistance!

By the Numbers for August 17th & 18th, 2019

Regular Collection

Assumption

Saturday 4:15 PM

Sunday 8:00 AM

Sunday 10:00 AM

Naperville 5:30 PM

5:15 PM

7:00 AM

7:00 PM

5:30 PM

$330.00

$896.25

$1637.76

$1452.55

$181.77

$446.00

$286.00

$130.00

Special Needs (Building) Saturday 4:15 PM

Sunday 8:00 AM

Sunday 10:00 AM

Naperville 5:30 PM

$40.00

$21.00

Air Conditioner

Mass Intentions

Votive Candles

Salt

$405.00

$70.00

$101.00

$9.00

TOTAL $6,006.33

THANK YOU VERY MUCH

Donuts Are Back! Please join us for donuts following our 10:00 AM

Mass every Sunday beginning on September 1st,

2019. Everyone is invited!

St. Joseph’s Lending Library We have a lending library of spiritual books on shelves in

the northwest corner of the basement. Many beautiful

books waiting to be read.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Website:

Join Flocknote our parish communication tool:

Text StJoes to 84576 or

sign up online with flocknote.com/StJoesRockdale

Facebook: St. Joseph Catholic Church – Rockdale, Illinois

Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal Monthly pledge payments for CMAA pledges

should be made in the next few days. It is very

important that these pledges be paid so that our

parish will reach our goal. Once we have

reached our goal in paid pledges, 70% of the

additional funds received will be returned to the parish for our use.

Parish Goal: $18,800

Amount Pledged: $19,157

Amount Paid: $15,655

Remaining Balance to Goal: $3,145

Remaining Balance to Pledged Amount: $3,502

Rebate Amount: None yet.

We’ve done so heroically well in the last two years and I’m

confident we will “deliver the goods again.” Let everyone see that

St. Joseph Church is a force to be dealt with!

Bulletin Articles If you have an article that you would like to be included in our

bulletin, please type and email your announcement to

stjosephrep@hotmail.com at least 10 days in advance. Father

Magiera must approve all articles. Thank you very much!

Director of Youth Ministry Job Posting Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish is seeking to hire a Director of Youth

Ministry. The Director will be responsible for the development, im-

plementation and evaluation of the Youth Ministry Programs in the

Parish focusing on experiences which involve teens in Junior and

Senior High School (Grades 7-12). The Youth Minister should work

to empower the youth to live lives as disciples of Jesus Christ, to

draw young people to responsible participation in the life, mission

and work of the Catholic Community and to foster the total personal

and spiritual growth of each young person.

Must be a practicing Catholic who understands and supports the

teaching of the Roman Catholic Church, acts as an example and role

model in personal life. Bachelor’s degree in a related field or Certifi-

cation in Youth Ministry or background in theology and educational

methodologies with a willingness to move toward credential or de-

gree. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, conflict

management skills, and a strong ability to multi-task. Ability to com-

ply with diocesan safe environment policies along with a valid

driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.

To view a job description, visit: http://www.dio-

ceseofjoliet.org/hr/listjobs.php

Qualified candidates please email a cover letter and resume to:

frmike.okeefe@ourladyofmtcarmel.org

Our Lady of Fatima, Pray for Us. Please join us on Friday, September 13th at 6:00 P.M. as we pray the

Holy Rosary in reparation for the sins committed within Christ’s

Church.

Mass Intentions Mass Intention envelopes are available in the back of church. Please

PRINT and completely fill out the front of the envelope. We will do

our best to accommodate your request. Mass Intentions are filled on

a first come, first served basis. Our Mass intention dates are

completely filled for 2019 and 2020 are quickly filling up. The Mass

Intention Envelope MUST be completely filled out in order to take

your request. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to

call the rectory. Thank you very much!

Job Available: Music Director St. Joseph Catholic Parish in Bradley is seeking a Music Director to

plan, coordinate, and continue to build our parish Music Ministry.

This is a part time position.

The Music Director will report to the pastor as he or she directs/ac-

companies/supervises musicians, cantors and choir for three week-

end Masses, holy days, funerals, weddings, First Eucharist and Con-

firmation, etc.

Successful candidates must be an active, practicing Catholic with ex-

perience in liturgical music, including traditional/contemporary

styles. Strong organ, piano, choir direction and vocal skills are re-

quired as well as proficiency in multiple musical styles; along with

excellent communication and organizational skills.

Resumes can be e-mailed to: frmichalak@stjosephbradley.org

“They Say, I Say”

PLAN NOW and SAVE THE DATE for an hour presentation by

Mary Kate Knorr, Director of Illinois Right to Life, on

Wednesday, September 11, 7 PM at St. Paul’s Parish

Center in A-4. Mary Kate will present an update of the

latest Illinois pro-life legislation, apologetics (or what

do you say when they say replies) to common anti- life

myths, and what you can do to promote the culture of

life. Bring a friend!

Notre Dame Priory Retreats My name is Br Bede Mary Cannavo and I am writing from Notre

Dame Priory, a recently founded Benedictine community of tradi-

tional observance in Tasmania, Australia. In the interests of keeping

this note short, I will include a link to our 'About Us' page on our

website [https://www.notredamemonastery.org/about]. We were

founded on 22 Feb 2017 by a monk of St Joseph's Abbey, Flavigny,

France. We are directly under the auspices of the Archbishop of Ho-

bart and not a foundation of the previously mentioned monastery.

We will soon be travelling to the USA to conduct retreats based on

the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius, along with a taste of our mo-

nastic life, at Maria Stein retreat centre in Ohio. We were wondering

if you would be willing to advertise these retreats any of your apos-

tolates (particularly those in the region). I have included a little in-

formation about the retreats below. We have run retreats for quite a

number of years in New South Wales (near Sydney) with the assis-

tance of your confrères in the FSSP as confessors, such as Fr Duncan

Wong FSSP, Fr Damon Sypher FSSP and Fr Paul Leung FSSP.

Each day involves Holy Mass in the usus antiquior, a series of con-

ferences to prepare retreatants for the meditations proposed in the

Spiritual Exercises, devotions and certain hours of the monastic Di-

vine Office. There will be plenty of opportunities to see a priest for

spiritual direction and the Sacrament of Penance. The retreats are si-

lent. The dates are as follows:

Men’s 5 day retreat – Sunday 29 September – Friday 4 October 2019

Women’s 5 day retreat – Sunday 6 – Friday 11 October 2019

Venue: Maria Stein Spiritual Center 2365 St. Johns Road, Maria

Stein, Ohio 45860

The cost is USD$450 and bookings can be made

athttps://www.notredamemonastery.org/retreats

JOYFUL AGAIN! A Widowed Ministry JOYFUL AGAIN! is a two-day program for

widows and widowers who want to resolve the grief they feel inside

and begin to live again after the death of their spouse. The weekend

employs a series of video presentations, followed by facilitated small

group discussion and private reflection time. Through this process,

individuals gain new insights and receive encouragement and sup-

port. Trained facilitators, who have been widowed themselves, help

with the weekend and the discussions.

September 7 & 8 at Mary Queen of Heaven Parish in

Elmhurst.

October 12 & 13 at St. Hubert’s in Hoffman Estates

November 2 & 3 at Nazareth Retreat House in Batavia

November 16 &17 at Our Lady of the Angels, House of

Prayer in Lemont.

For more information, to register, or for other dates and locations,

please contact Charlotte Hrubes at 708-354-7211 or check the web at

www.joyfulagain.org

POSITION AVAILABLE: Bookkeeper – PART-TIME St. Joseph Catholic Church in Manhattan is looking for a part-time

Bookkeeper. This position reports directly to the Pastor performing

financial support services of the parish. Other responsibilities include

accounts payable work, payroll preparation, maintaining the integrity

of general ledger accounts and stewardship records. A potential can-

didate should have demonstrated knowledge of basic accounting

principles and use of various computer software programs. A high-

school degree is required with five years or more of bookkeeping ex-

perience. Being a person of faith involved in a local Catholic parish

is preferred. This is a part-time position with up to 29 hours of work.

Interested candidates, please email your cover letter and resume to:

humanresources@dioceseofjoliet.org. Contact Nancy Siemers at Di-

ocese of Joliet for more information at (815) 221-6100.

CCW Meeting

All ladies of the Parish are invited to attend the next meeting of the

CCW, which will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 10th at 6:30pm, in the

Church Hall. There will be a short Business Meeting followed by

Refreshments. Hope to see many of you there!

Jobs Available Immaculate Conception Parish in Elmhurst has two positions

available immediately within the Facilities Department. These part-

time positions are non-benefited, scheduled for 30 hours per week.

The days and hours scheduled will be varied. Each position will be

scheduled to work every other weekend. Entry level skills are

required. Applicants must be responsible, dependable and self-

reliant. Interested parties should email Jeff Williams at

jwilliams@icelmhurst.org or call (630)530-8515.

Be a Life Saver! Considering the recent extreme Illinois abortion legislation, many

are asking “What can we do?”. Birthright of Joliet’s mission is to of-

fer free pregnancy help and support to women facing unplanned

pregnancies.

Is God calling you to offer love and hope to women facing an un-

timely pregnancy? Birthright of Joliet exists to help women in a time

of great personal crisis and looking for help to create a plan. Free

pregnancy tests, pregnancy counseling with alternatives to abortion,

community resources, and clothing resources for mother and child

are part of the free resources offered to our clients. Please prayer-

fully consider joining our trained volunteer staff which has offered

alternatives to abortion for over 46 years. We need someone special

like you. Call Birthright at 815-725-3411.

Children Of Mary

Margarita, Carmen, and Teresa Mora will be received into the Con-

gregation of the Children of Mary on Saturday, September 7th, at the

8:00 am Mass. Please pray for these young ladies as they consecrate

themselves to Our Lady; strive to practice the virtues of purity, hu-

mility, obedience, and charity; and promise to fulfill the requests

made by Our Lady at Fatima and elsewhere. All who attend the

Holy Mass on the morning of September 7th are cordially invited to

a light breakfast afterward in the church basement!

Preparation for Sacraments in the Extraordinary Form Classes to prepare children for the Sacrament of Confirmation in the

Extraordinary Form will begin on September 22nd after the 10:00

am Mass...and will continue every other Sunday until the Confirma-

tion (date to be announced). Classes to prepare children for First

Holy Communion in the Extraordinary Form will begin on Septem-

ber 29th after the 10:00 am Mass...and these classes will also con-

tinue every other Sunday until the External Solemnity of Corpus

Christi on June 14, 2020. Please see Father Magiera if you have a

child who may be ready to receive either of these Sacraments next

Spring.

40 Days for Life Campaign Friends in Christ, all St. Joseph parishioners, please join the 40 Days

for Life campaign. This year's 40 Days for Life campaign will take

place September 25- November 3, 2019. St. Joseph parish is sched-

uled to pray on October 17th from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. outside the

Planned Parenthood in Aurora.

There is a global campaign in ending abortion through the 40 days-

worldwide-communities that rally to create a non-stop, 40 day prayer

vigil outside their local abortion facility. The crisis is over 56 million

children are killed in the womb every year-about 150,000 per day.

Nearly 1 out of every 5 children in the U.S. are killed in the womb.

Planned Parenthood in Aurora Illinois is the largest abortion facility

in the Midwest, killing 75-100 pre-born children from our commu-

nity every week.

The solution is if we want to end abortion, the first thing we must do

is pray. People of the faith are also encouraged to fast. Christ said

there are some demons that can only be driven out by prayer and

Annual Fatima

Rosary of Reparation Devotion

Celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows

Sunday, September 15, 2019

2:30 P.M.

Church of St. Jude

2212 McDonough St, Joliet

Rosary of Reparation • Coronation of the

Blessed Virgin • Eucharistic Exposition •

Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament

Come join with us in prayer to console the hearts

of Jesus and Mary and make reparation for sin.

fasting. St. Joseph parish is scheduled to pray outside the Planned

Parenthood in Aurora on October 17, 2019 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Please join Father Mageria on October 17th to pray for an hour. On

September 8th there will be pledge cards in the pews to sign up and

pray for an hour. The Pledge cards will be placed in the collection

baskets to be taken to the altar as an offering to our Lord. Please help

us through prayer, fasting, and mortification to end abortion. May

God bless you and your families abundantly through our Blessed

Mother Mary and Saint Joseph.