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St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church . Naperville IL . 630.355.8980 All Saints Catholic Academy . Naperville IL . 630.961.6125

Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois Most Rev. R. Daniel Conlon, Bishop . Most Rev. Joseph Siegel, Auxiliary Bishop

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time — September 3, 2017

*indicates part-time staff

St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church 1500 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL 60563 e-mail: [email protected] 630 355-8980 (Main Office) Visit us online at www.stapostle.org 630 305-6318 (Religious Education) and download our app! 630 355-0521 (Facsimilie)

Aileen Weigel Matt Smilak

Parish Staff Priests in Residence Rev. Philip Danaher – Pastor, x102, [email protected] Rev. Joseph Kappilumakkal, CMI – Parochial Vicar, x 103, [email protected] Priests Assisting on Weekends Rev. Bob Colaresi, O. Carm. – Weekend Associate, [email protected] Rev. Matt Lorenz, Senior Vicar, Archdiocese of Chicago

Permanent Deacons Michael (Kathryn) Barrett – x220, [email protected] Jim (Mary Jo) Breen – 630.486.3133(vm225), [email protected] Larry (Susan) Kearney – x225, [email protected] Chuck (Sue) Lane – x220, [email protected] Pat (Mary Jo) Lennon – 630.901.3223, [email protected]

Liturgy Lori Culberson – Liturgy Coordinator, x120, [email protected]

Faith Formation Melissa Santos – Principal at All Saints Catholic Academy 630.961.6125 Patti Dougherty – Director of Religious Education, x109, [email protected] Brett Adams – Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, x117, [email protected] Peggy Goralski – Director of Middle School Faith Formation, x123, [email protected] Chari Rosales – Director of Adult Education & RCIA x138, [email protected] Marge Coronado – Religious Education Assistant, x118, [email protected]

Outreach and Social Justice Michael Ryder – Director of Outreach & Social Justice, x121, [email protected] Anne Schultz – OSJ Partner, x113, [email protected] Claire Kryczka* – OSJ Financial, x137, [email protected]

Pastoral Care Jan Olah – Director of Pastoral Care, x124 Felicia Lawlor*, M.S., R.N. – Faith Community Nurse, x104, [email protected]

Administration Janet Simmons – Finance/Business Officer, x106, [email protected] Diane McQueen – Gen Office Administrative Asst, x101, [email protected] Kathy Ferguson – Gen Office Administrative Asst, x100, [email protected] Angie Tuttle – Bulletin and Web Editor, Liturgy Asst, x110, [email protected] Elizabeth Fisher* – Evening/Saturday Receptionist Mary Wright* – Evening/Saturday Receptionist Mary Derwinski* – Administration Asst, x143, [email protected] Marilyn DeMeo* – Database Coordinator (T/Th), x107, [email protected] Bob Hartmann* – Facility Manager, x133, [email protected]

Parish Pastoral Council Jeff Berta (chair) Todd Galer Mike Murray

Commission Representatives Lisa Brose—Worship and Liturgy Joanne Bordage—Service and Outreach John Howley—Finance Council/Administration Chris Davila — Faith and Spiritual Formation

Ex-Officio Fr. Philip Danaher—Pastor Rev. Joseph Kappilumakkal – Parochial Vicar,

Sacrament of Reconciliation Reconciliation is available Saturday, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., in the Reconciliation Room of the Chapel. Our priests are available during the week by appointment. Commu-nal Penance services are held occasionally during the year. In the Hospital or Home Bound Call the Church Office to receive prayer/Eucharist from a priest, deacon or Minister of Care. Baptism Baptisms are usually celebrated 2-3 Sundays each month at a 12:45 p.m. service. On selected dates, Baptisms are celebrated at weekend Masses. Parents are required to attend an awareness and renewal evening prior to the Baptism. Call the Church Office a few months in advance to make arrangements. Matrimony A couple planning on being married at St. Thomas should contact the church six months in advance. One year is preferred. Either the bride or groom, or their parents, must be a registered parishioner for at least three months prior to calling to set a date. Religious Education Call 630.305.6318 to register. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Any person wanting to learn more about the Catholic Faith, or to join our Catholic community should call the church at 630.355.8980. Counseling Service Call Samaritan Interfaith 630.357.2456 or Jan Olah, Pastoral Care 630.355.8980 x 124. Sunday Nursery Nursery care is available for your child age one (walking) to four at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. For more information call the church office. Our Outreach Twinning Parishes… St. Thomas the Apostle parish has an ongoing twinning relationship with the following parishes:

St. Marie Madeleine in Duchity, Haiti St. Agnes on the Lakota Indian Reservation, Manderson, South Dakota

St. Nicholas in Aurora, Illinois

St. Thomas Office Hours Monday—Thursday: 8:30 am to 8:30 pm Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Dear Parish Family,

By now, all registered parish households have re-ceived a brochure detailing our “I am St. Thomas” Program which we will participate in over the next few weeks. This informa-tive brochure is intended to communicate the financial needs of St. Thomas the

Apostle Parish and why we are having a dedi-cated focus on our parish offertory. Commit-ment Sunday for this Program is next week-end, September 9/10. As part of our Commitment Sunday, Mrs. Chris Berta will speak at all of the masses. Chris, along with her husband Jeff and their children Tom and Kate, have been very active parishioners of St. Thomas the Apostle for eleven years. Chris and Jeff have both served on our Parish Pastoral Council and have been Religious Education catechists. They are also Eucharistic Ministers and serve as Eucharistic Minister Captains. We encourage everyone to spend time in prayer and discussion with your family re-flecting on our parish’s needs and your current level of giving. We look forward to seeing all of our parishioners at Mass next weekend for this very important Commitment Sunday. If you have any questions about the increased offertory program, please feel free to contact me.

A Note from our Pastor...

Welcome Guests and Visitors! We’re so glad you’re here and invite you to walk the path of faith with us. St. Thomas strives to provide a spiritual home where all are welcome, where the healing, reconciling, liberating love of God is shared by all. We believe the church is the sacrament of God’s saving presence in the world. Join us!

Liturgy Schedule Daily (Monday — Friday) Communion Service: 6:30 am Rosary: 8:10 am Mass: 8:30 am (Saturday) Mass: 8:30 am

Weekend Saturday Vigil: 4:30 pm Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, and 11:15 am

every first Friday, 9am — 5pm

Would you like to become a parishioner? Call Kathy Ferguson in the General Office630.355.8980 x 100

Twenty-second Sunday In Ordinary Time September 3, 2017

Be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect. — Romans 12:2

— September 3, 2017

Worship Commission—Liturgy & Music

Presider’s Schedule—Sept 9/10

4:30 pm – Fr. Philip Danaher, Deacon Patrick Lennon 8:00 am – Fr. Joseph Kappilumakkal 9:30 am – Fr. Joseph Kappilumakkal, Deacon Jim Breen 11:15 am – Fr. Philip Danaher 6:00 pm – Fr. Philip Danaher Schedule is subject to change. When possible, changes are posted to the St. Thomas website www.stapostle.org

A Prayer for Our Parish Christ Jesus, we believe that you give us a cross as a gift to enable us to share in the freedom that you alone can give. Help us to let go of all the things that keep us far from you. Help us to embrace your cross so that it may become our cross, our gift, our hope, and our path to new life. Amen.

Reflecting on the Readings… In the Gospel today, Jesus calls us to take up our cross and follow him. And, in the second reading, St. Paul urges us to offer our “bodies as a living sacrifice.” He goes on to remind us, “Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect. We are all called to promote the will of God, which is often in conflict with the ways of our society. Listen closely to God challenging us with unexpected re-sponsibility. What is God inviting you to do today? Labor Day – Sept 4 There will be only one liturgy on Monday, September 4 at 9:00 a.m. to celebrate Labor Day. The offices are closed and the Church will be locked after this Mass. Pet Blessing St. Thomas’ annual pet blessing takes place Sunday, October 1 at 1:00 p.m. in the south yard by the labyrinth. Bring your furry, finned, or flying friend for a prayer service and blessing in honor of St. Fran-cis, the Patron Saint of Animals. All pets are welcome!

Liturgical Ministers NEEDED!

Altar Servers: Fifth grade through high school. Training is scheduled for Tuesday, September 12 at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, September 17 at 2:00 p.m. Questions? Contact Lori Culberson.

Eucharistic Ministers and Host Greeters: Needed ESPECIALLY at the 4:30, 8:00 and 11:15 Masses. Eucharistic training is scheduled for September 5 at 7:00 p.m.

Temple Cleaners: Just like at home, the church does not clean itself! Please consider this ministry which meets twice a month following the 8:30 daily Mass on Fridays.

Gift Bearers and Cross Bearers: Consider signing up to be a Gift Bearer or Cross Bearer for Mass! This is a great way to recognize a birthday, anniversary, com-memoration of a death, etc. Sign up in the book on the credenza in the narthex, or speak to a Host-Greeter.

Fr. Bob Colaresi celebrates 50 YEARS of Priesthood! Join us September 17 following the 9:30 Mass to thank Fr. Bob for the many ways he has shared his life with St. Thomas. Can’t make the reception? You are welcome to send a card here to St. Thomas.

6:00 p.m. Mass returns NEXT SUNDAY!


Lt. Joseph Zito Joseph Michalowicz Cpt Bradley Crosson

1st Lt. Chris Turley SPC Zachary Howell Cpt. Mike Reilly 1st Lt. Tyler Mazda 2LT Craig M. Watkins

Please Pray for our Men and Women Serving in the Military Our parish community would like to recognize and remember the following individuals in prayer:

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brooke Sica AB Jon Babiarz, Special Forces Major Joseph Bennington (Reserve)

Air Force National Guard Senior Airman Jacob Brancaleon Major Eric H. Dolan

U.S. Army Cpt. Lynnea Jensen Cpt. Alanna Wood PFC Sean Wesley Matt Nelson 1st Lt. Sean Mogan Sgt. William Stuart

Army National Guard Corporal Michael Searcy

U.S. Marine Corps Capt Brad Rothman Lt. Colin Miller-Ratcliffes LCpl Brandyn Tagliavia LCpl Oliver Buckley LCpal Tommy Baldacci John Osborne

U.S. Navy Ensign Jason Coons Alex Metzger Airman Alex Dworak Ensign Dillon Shoemaker

Call the parish office 630.355.8980 to include someone you love in the Military prayer list.

Jennifer Slown LCpl Sonia Carrillo Capt. Kevin Martin Justin Dixon, LCpl

FT2 Joel Curry STG SN Jeffrey Bates CMDR Brendan Curran LTJG Daniel Meaney

Pray for Our Parish:

For the sick… Carol Jablonsky, daughter of Margaret John Patrick Easton, son of Audrey Carrie Palagi, wife of Larry Michael Anderson John Angotti Fr. Richard Kramer, friend of Ed & Jan Olah Judy Jorns, friend of Mary Ann Manderscheid Mike Elliott, cousin of Lisa Brose

Liturgy Schedule & Mass Intentions (Twenty-Second Week Ordinary)

Monday, September 4, 2017 (Labor Day) 9:00am For just and fair wages for workers

Tuesday, September 5, 2017 6:30am Communion Service 8:30am †Anne Battisto, by Joseph Battisto

Wednesday, September 6, 2017 6:30am Communion Service 8:30am Mrs. Abby Swanson, by the Sebold family

Thursday, September 7, 2017 6:30am Communion Service 8:30am †Regino Tuazon, by Tess & family

Friday, September 8, 2017 6:30am Communion Service 8:30am †Bettyjean & Rudy Struchil, by Kay & Dick

Saturday, September 9, 2017 8:30am †Alan W. Krol, by Laura Castagnoli 4:30pm Vigil: Twenty-Third Sunday Ordinary For the People of St. Thomas

Sunday, September 10, 2017 (Twenty-Third Sunday Ordinary) 8:00am †John Easton, by Audrey †Austin & Stella Valladores, by Noronha & family 9:30am †Johnathan Weiger, by Mom & Dad †Dr. Donald McRaven, by Voices of Faith †Rosemary Peebles, by Sheila & George Peebles †Anthony Roscich, by St. Thomas Lector Group 11:15am †Cozmo Guzaldo, by Dominic & Bianca 6:00pm For the People of St. Thomas

For the deceased… Frank Rhoads, brother of John Alfonso Ortiz Kimberly Baker, sister-in-law of Reverend Bradley Baker


Faith and Formation Commission—Adult

C.A.R.E. CORNER Let's begin this series by getting on the same page with regard to our terminology. We'll start with fear. Fear is a feeling of dread or concern that arises be-cause we have reason to believe there is an imminent threat or danger. For example, we might wake up at night fearful because we heard a loud and unfamiliar noise inside our house. Or we might fear the repercus-sions from a severe weather event. The northern sub-urbs suffered through some big rain storms in July. Many people living in those areas had fears about flooded homes as they watched the rain continue to pour down, the streets flood and their lawns pool with water. These are actual, potential dangers at hand and they fill us with fear and apprehension. When Jeanne Cotter, our Artist in Residence was here in Spring to present our Mission, she talked about the current brain research that shows the human brain automatically tends toward the negative. Any situation kicks in what she called the “default mode network,” which automatically scans for danger. It's part of our animal instinct. Apparently we spend 90% of our energy reacting and assuming the worst. Do you often feel uneasy and troubled? It's no wonder - fear seems to be wired into our brains.

Seek. Ask. Find. The GOSPEL for the 1st and 21st Centuries

Sept 3 – Matthew 16:21-27

Most people want to serve God - but only in an advisory capacity, says a tongue-in-cheek sign. Jesus tells Peter that this is not how it goes. Can we keep our ego in check? An acronym for ego is “edging God out.” Ask yourself “Can I, or do I even want, to surrender to God?” The Gospel of John “Believing in me you will find life” Do you choose to “walk with Christ?” What draws you to faith and life in the Spirit? Come and explore your call to be a beloved disciple of Jesus as presented in the Gos-pel of John. The Thursday Morning Scripture Study will meet from 9:15 to 11:15a.m. in the Senior Center from September 7 through May 31. This is an interactive study, combining prayer, study and discussion. Make a full-time commitment, drop in whenever you can, or just “come and see.” Everyone is welcome – no previous Bible knowledge is necessary. For more information, contact the facilitator, Chari Rosales, Director of Adult Faith Formation, at 630.355.8980 x138 or [email protected]. To register (by Sept 1), contact Marge Coronado at 630.355.8980 x118 or [email protected]. The Gospel of Matthew: From Promise to Fulfillment This “Good News,” which stands at the head of the New Testament, is the link between the two Testaments and has been called the “Charter of the Kingdom of God.” This Bible Study, led by Audrey Easton (graduate of the Biblical Institute of the Diocese of Joliet) and her team will meet on Fridays from 9:15 to11:15 a.m. beginning September 8, and continuing through May 18, 2018. En-joy small group discussion and personal reflection. To participate, RSVP by September 1 to Marge Coro-nado at 630.355.8980 x128 or [email protected]. &

Coffee Conversation

InSight Forum: Our Relationship With Nature Nature’s powerful beauty is easy to appreciate and many people say that is where they most often glimpse God. But do we ever consider what our relationship with Nature requires of us? When we engage with our natural surroundings rather than gazing from afar, we are called into communion and wholeness. With that relationship comes responsibility fostered by mutual respect. September’s readings and discussion will examine this topic through Anthony DeMello’s essay “Serpents and Doves,” an interpretation of the Creation from the book of Genesis, and the poem “Field Guide” by Tony Hoagland. Come ex-plore the essence that unities us to the Earth and also to each other. In-Sight is a discussion forum to share our life experience through the lens of literature. Meetings are typically the fourth Tuesday of the month. You are invited to come on September 26 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. to the Senior Center. Reserve a spot at the table by contacting Marge Coronado at 630.355.8980 x118 or [email protected].


St. Thomas Ladies Marathon Bridge The St. Thomas Bridge group is preparing for the 2017-2018 season and has openings for new players. Bridge is played once a month from September to May in the home of members. Players of all levels are welcome. To sign up or for more information, contact Sue Randolph 630.375.6755 or [email protected].

Church-Building 101: Letters of St. Paul What does being a Christian look like, sound like, act like? Do you want to be one? St. Paul thought long and hard about questions like these, and shared his answers with communities he en-countered. Take up these questions through the Thursday Evening Scripture Study, which meets from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Senior Center from September 7 through May 31. We live in a world increasingly questioning if a Chris-tian life is relevant or even desirable. Come and explore the questions regularly or as often as you can through in-teractive evenings melding prayer, conversation and study. Seeker, new Christian or lifelong Catholic - there’s some-thing here for everyone. The facilitator is Chari Rosales, Director of Adult Faith Formation. To participate, contact Marge Coronado in the Faith Formation Office at 630.377.8980 x118 or [email protected] by Sep-tember 1. Soul Searchers Begin Sessions September 9 Martin Laird, an Augustinian priest, says, “Silence is necessary if we are to hear God speaking in eternal si-lence.” Laird writes about the Christian practice of con-templation and the wisdom of the Desert Fathers in his book, Into the Silent Land. St. Thomas Soul Searchers is a monthly discussion group that meets on the second Saturday in the Rectory Basement from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. The next meeting of Soul Searchers is September 9; the reading is Chapters 1-3. Call Mary Maloney (630.369.0397) for further infor-mation. Come whenever your schedule allows and enjoy a thought-provoking experience. All are welcome to attend.

RAINBOWS Volunteer Needed RAINBOWS is a group sharing sessions for the children (Kindergarten through 8th grade) who are dealing with the loss of a parent due to divorce, sepa-ration, or death. Since it is necessary for emotional healing to take place after a significant loss, the sup-port group provides those who are grieving with an opportunity to share their feelings in an accepting and confidential environment led by trained, compassion-ate adults who are good listeners. The St. Thomas RAINBOWS program is in need of another adult facilitator for a small group. RAIN-BOWS training is available online, and, in addition, one must take the Protecting God’s Children work-shop and have a background check. Sessions are held at St. Thomas the Apostle Church from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Saturday mornings, beginning Saturday, September 16 with an initial meeting on September 9. If interested or have questions, please contact Patti Dougherty, 630.355.8980 ext. 109 or email [email protected].

Sunday Nursery Opens Sept 10 Please come and check out the St. Thomas Sunday Nursery, held during the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. masses. The nursery is located off the hall by the Ministry Center entrance and children of walking age through the age of three are welcomed. At age four, children may begin attending the Liturgy of the Word sessions offered during these two mass times. Parents are encouraged to be a part of the nursery schedule, but need to complete Diocesan requirements before helping. Teen volunteers are welcomed as well. Information on these requirements as well as registra-tion forms, are available on the nursery door. There is also the option of paying a fee of $3 per child per Sun-day. The nursery is open after Labor Day until Memorial Day and is closed on some holy days. For more infor-mation, contact Patti in the Faith Formation Office at church 630.355.8980, ext. 109.


Faith and Formation Commission—Youth

? Families: Take some time to discuss and reflect on the readings.

Question of the week… In what ways do you live out self denial?

TWO WAYS… to Help Your Child During Mass St. Thomas offers a Sunday Nursery and Liturgy of the Word with Children during the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. mass-es to help your child, and you, during the Sunday Liturgy.

The Sunday Nursery The Sunday Nursery will reopen on September 10 and is available for children who walk until they turn age four. There is a nominal fee of $3 or free when you volunteer. The nursery would love to have your help!

Liturgy of the Word with Children Liturgy of the Word (L.O.W.) is for children who have turned age four (and able to attend on their own) through Grade three. This begins September 24 until April 22 except on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and Easter Sunday. If your child is not age four by September 24, please wait until they turn age four to begin L.O.W. Children begin mass with their parents until they are in-vited by the Priest to attend their own “Liturgy of the Word”. They leave just before the assembly starts the Readings and return after the Prayers of the Faithful. They go into meeting rooms in the Ministry Center. It helps if parents sit in the same area so children know where to go when returning to church as Liturgy of the Eucharist begins. There is no registration and children of the above ages may attend either mass.

Please contact Patti Dougherty if interested in helping with the Sunday Nursery or Liturgy of the Word or with any questions 630.355.8980 ext. 109 or [email protected].

100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima Join the Rosary Rally on October 14 at Noon This year marks the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima’s appearances to three shepherd children. Our Lady’s message was to pray the Rosary daily for world peace and the conversion of sinners. In response to Our Lady’s message, the parishes of St. Thomas and St. Irene in Warrenville are uniting to form a Rosary Prayer Chain, under the umbrella of the America Needs Fatima “Rosary Rally Initiative.” At Noon on October 14, partici-pants will join over 20,000 Rosary prayer chains praying the Rosary. Join us! Sign-up sheets and more information are in the Gathering Area or sign up via email. Contact St. Thomas parishioner, Lourdes Chew, [email protected], or St. Irene’s parishioner, Jeannette Clark [email protected].

Liturgy of the Word with Children Needs Your Help! Liturgy of the Word with Children begins on Sunday, September 24 at the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. liturgies. This is for children who have turned four through Grade three. Once a child turns four they can attend. There is no sign up and either mass is fine. More help is needed—both adults and youth! Two teams are formed to allow more flexibility when there is a conflict for someone. Both assistants and facilitators (those who walk the children to and from mass) are needed. Anyone over age 18 that works with children must take Protecting God’s Children and have a background check. St. Thomas will host a PGC workshop on Thursday, Sep-tember 21 at 6:30 p.m. There are other PGC sessions avail-able at other churches. Please consider bringing God’s Word to the little children. Contact Patti Dougherty at [email protected] or 630.355.8980 x 109 for information or help with registering for a PGC workshop. Protecting God’s Children Facilitator Needed Our Diocese of Joliet has established requirements for every parish, priest, all employees and volunteers in ac-cord with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People established by the Bishops of the United States. The Protecting God’s Children (PGC) sessions are a very pro-active, positive, professional approach that can be most helpful for families in our parish, as well as in other school, playground, or youth activity settings. While PGC sessions are primarily for all staff and volunteers, they are also open to any parent or person from the parish who wishes to attend. St. Thomas prefers to have two facilitators working together, presenting this workshop. At this time, we have a need for a new facilitator. Two-day training is required, along with a background check. Please contact Patti Dougherty in the Faith Formation Office for more infor-mation.


High School Ministry Schedule At A Glance Sept 8-10: 1st LIFE Retreat (for 2nd year students) Sept 13: Freshmen small group leader info released Sept 17: 1st Journey Night (all teens & a parent) Sept 18: Freshmen small group signups go live (8pm) Sept 23: Freshmen Retreat at Camp Manitoqua

Parents and Catechists… Important Dates for Religious Education Sat, Sept 9: Elementary and Middle School Saturday RE sessions begin at All Saints Mon, Sept 11: Middle School Monday RE sessions begin at All Saints Tues, Sept 12: Elementary Tuesday RE sessions begin at Brookdale School Teens with Character: Save these Dates Mark your calendar now for upcoming Teens with Character meeting dates: September 24 October 29, De-cember 3, January 21, February 18, and March 18. All Teens with Character meetings take place from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., in the St. Thomas gym. Middle school students and friends are welcome! BINGO at St. Pat’s Middle school students and friends… your help is needed with BINGO at St. Pat’s on Saturday, September 9, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Volunteers should meet at St. Thomas at 1:00 p.m. You will have fun and brighten someone’s day!

Teens with Character Core Team Seventh and eighth grade students…if you would like to take a more active role in Teens with Character, and help to plan and lead the Teens with Character meetings, then join the Teens with Character Core Team. The Core Team will meet a week before each Teens with Character meeting to plan the games, activities, and group discus-sion for each meeting. During Teens with Character meetings, Core Team members take an active role in wel-coming and in leading the meetings. If you are interested in being part of the Core Team, contact Peggy Goralski at [email protected] or 630.355.8980 x 123.

Teens with Character Kickoff: September 24 St. Thomas Teens with Character will kick off the year with a meeting on Sunday, September 24, 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., in the St. Thomas gym. Dinner (pizza) will be served, so bring your appetite! Teens with Character al-lows middle school students the chance to gather togeth-er, explore faith topics in a fun way, learn about upcom-ing service projects, grow in faith, and have a whole lot of fun. All middle school students and friends are wel-come! So that we are sure to have enough food, email Peggy Goralski at [email protected] if you plan on attending.

HIGH SCHOOL NEWS…

Last Push for High School R.E. Signups—Though the initial deadline has passed, it is not too late for high school teens to enroll in our Journey Program for Confirmation. Those that have signed up already, talk to neighbors, friends, and relatives and encourage them to sign up as well. Those that have yet to sign up, registrations may be found in the Gathering Area, outside of the Youth Ministry Office, or may be downloaded from our website www.stapostle.org by clicking on “High School Youth Ministry” under the Religious Education tab. NCYC Information Meeting—High school teens or adult chaperones looking for an incredibly life-changing and totally energizing faith-filled experience should save the date for the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis, IN from November 16 through 18. There will be an informational meeting on Sunday, September 17 at 3:30 p.m. in the Lighthouse. If you are interested in NCYC or plan to attend the informational meeting, e-mail Brett ([email protected]). NCYC involves keynote talks and performances from the nation’s foremost Catho-lic youth speakers and performers. More information can be found at http://www.ncyc.info.

High School Freshmen Small Group Leaders Still Needed—Adult leaders for freshmen small groups are still needed for the 2017-18 school year. If you’re interested in an opportunity to significantly impact the life and faith of a high school teen, then this is a great opportunity for you! If you’re interested contact Brett ([email protected]; 630.731.7721).


Service Commission—Outreach & Social Justice Statement of Bishop R. Daniel Conlon-Diocese of Joliet- Regarding Racism August 25, 2017 On August 23, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops established an Ad Hoc Com-mittee against Racism. This action was taken in response to recent incidents in our country, most notably in Charlottesville, Virginia, that indicate a heightened tension over racial concerns.

In one sense, it seems remarkable that such a decision by the bishops was considered neces-sary. As someone who, as a teenager and a young adult, witnessed the race riots and civil rights movement of fifty years ago, I hoped that our country had moved beyond such attitudes as white supremacy. On the other hand, it is not surprising that generations of legalized slavery, both before and after the constitutional establishment of the United States, would have an enduring legacy.

It is not just bigotry that troubles our nation. There are pockets of disrespect for Jews and Muslims, for immigrants, for persons who are aging and handicapped, for homosexuals, even for unborn children. A lack of respect for those who are different from oneself goes all the way back to Cain and Abel, one who was a shepherd, the other who was a crop farmer.

This effect of Original Sin, although to be expected, is never right and never acceptable. As children of the same God, with the same dignity and rights, we have an obligation to treat each other with fairness and respect.

When we Catholic leaders speak out on this subject it is from this perspective, the fundamental dignity of the human person as a child of God. Our position is based on long-standing Catholic social teaching. It is not motivated by politi-cal affiliation, economic advantage, sectarianism or any other bias, other than our belief in God and the love of Jesus Christ.

I call on others, especially the Catholics of the Diocese of Joliet, to join my brother bishops and me in thinking, speak-ing and acting in ways that will help to heal the divisions currently affecting our country. Of course, we must also seek divine assistance. We can – and must – do better for the sake of everyone.

Peace Pole Dedication-Sunday, September 17 What is a Peace Pole? Peace Poles are one of the most recognized international peace symbols and monuments around the world. Over 20,000 poles have been “planted” in 190 countries. The Peace Pole Project was introduced to the United States in 1986. Peace Poles symbolize the oneness of humanity and the common wish for a world at peace. They remind us to think, speak, and act in the spirit of peace and harmony and to stand as a silent visual for peace to prevail on earth. The St. Thomas Peace Pole, initiated by the Pax Christi ministry, is a six-sided stainless steel pole, about eight feet tall once the pole is in the ground. The words “May Peace Prevail on Earth” is cut into the pole in six languages: Arabic; English; Hebrew; Haitian Creole for St. Thomas’ twinning parish in Duchity, Haiti; Lakota for St. Thomas’ twinning parish on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota; and Spanish for St. Thomas’ twinning parish in Auro-ra, Illinois. The St. Thomas Peace Pole will be dedicated after the 11:15a.m. Mass on Sunday, September 17. Come to the dedication and say a prayer for peace!


St. Thomas the Apostle Mission Trip-2017 Habitat for Humanity in Tutwiler, Mississippi In June, two St. Thomas Habitat teams traveled to Mississippi to build homes for the working poor in Tut-wiler. The teams worked on homes #43 and #44. Once the homes are completed, two families will become new homeowners! This is a great Mission Trip to learn about poverty in the USA. It’s a great trip for families (youth must be at least 16 years old). This is a great Mission Trip to build Community with the people of the Mississippi Delta and the Community at St. Thomas the Apostle. Everyone is welcome! Contact Mike Ryder in the St. Thomas Outreach and Social Justice Office ([email protected] or 630.355.89801, x121) with questions about the 2018 Mis-sion Trips, scheduled for June 10-17, 2018 and June 18-23, 2018. Consider joining one of the teams in 2018.

Governor Rauner signs the Trust Act On Monday, August 28, Governor Bruce Rauner signed into law the Illinois Trust Act. The law prohibits state and local police in Illinois from detaining, searching, or arresting a person solely because of their immigration status or based on a federal immigration detainer. The law will allow law enforcement officials to hold someone if a judge has issued a warrant. Before the governor inked his signature to the bill, Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti, a fluent Spanish speaker, kicked off the speeches with remarks in both English and Spanish in which she insisted that, “contrary to popular belief, this bill does not turn Illinois into a sanctuary state.” Instead, she said, “it will help us keep violent crimi-nals behind bars.” Illinois State Police Director Leo Schmitz said the leg-islation “reinforces local, county, state ability to work with the federal government and our federal partners to protect the neighborhood.” He and others said that the legislation would allow immigrants to reach out to local law enforce-ment without fear of punishment for their immigration status.

Miracle of the Month (St. Thomas has a relationship with Waterleaf Women’s Center and a number of St. Thomas parishioners volunteer there.) “Linda” was very surprised to be pregnant when she arrived at Waterleaf. She was parenting two children alone, was in a new relationship, and the father of the baby was not supportive of the pregnancy. Though she had nev-er believed in abortion growing up, she saw it as a viable option considering her situation. Her Client Advocate met with her at length and provided options. She agreed to re-turn for an ultrasound. When she returned for the ultra-sound, she was interested in the images, but was still am-bivalent about the pregnancy. The Waterleaf team dis-cussed focusing on her educational and career goals, as they were still attainable, and the assistance available at the Education and Resource Center (ERC). The team pro-vided constant follow-up and was happy when Linda agreed to head to the ERC for classes and referrals. Linda was excited to bring along images from her 12-week ultra-sound to show the team in Bolingbrook! She was much more at ease with the pregnancy and appreciative of Wa-terleaf’s support. She was pleased to announce the birth of her beautiful baby girl in late summer!

Moving UP Needs Mentors Are you thankful for a person in your life that offered kindness and support when you needed it? Would you like to be that person for someone else? Moving UP is a 16-week program being held at St. Thomas (beginning in January). Individuals in the program have chosen to learn new life skills to eliminate past barri-ers and create new successes for their families. Instructors are available. Mentors are needed to offer support and en-couragement during the program and the months follow-ing. The mentor relationship can be in person or via phone conversations. Mentor training will be provided in Novem-ber of 2017. If you are interested in making a profound impact on someone through words, caring, and encouragement, please email: [email protected] for more infor-mation!

(St. Thomas Care often partners with L&F CARES to provide emergency support to area families.)


Service Commission — Pastoral Care Ministers of Care The Pastoral Care Department is grateful to all minis-ters of care for their commitment and dedication to the parish. They give freely of their time and love and all that they do is sincerely appreciated. The requests to this ministry are growing this year, so parishioners are being asked to discern serving as a home visitor, hospital visitor or nursing home spiritual care pro-vider. Training is provided. If you feel called to this min-istry, contact Jan Olah 630.355.8980 x 124 or email [email protected]. STA Blood Pressure Screenings for the 2017-2018 First Screening NEXT week! The Health Ministry Nurses are available after the 4:30 p.m. Saturday Mass and the 8, 9:30 and 11:15 Sunday Masses next weekend, September 9/10, for Blood Pressure infor-mation and will answer questions and concerns. Education is our specialty. The screening site is the Staff Room; the first office on the right as you exit the Church. A perfect stop on your way to donuts or pancakes. All health conscious and curious individuals are wel-come to visit the nurses. No appointment or doctor’s order needed. Call your Parish Nurse at 355.8980 x 104 with questions, concerns, or to schedule another time.

Future Dates: Oct 14/15, Nov 11/12, Dec 2/3, Jan 6/7, Feb 3 /4, Mar 3 /4, Apr 7/8, May 19/20

All are Welcome! Seasons of Hope: Bereavement Support Group at St. Joan of Arc Parish Seasons of Hope is a unique Christ-centered Catholic support group for the bereaved. Sessions are intended for the bereaved who have lost a spouse, family member or close friend through death. The program is divided into four sections or “Seasons,” with six sessions per Season. Participants may join at the beginning of any Season. Sessions will be coordinated by St. Joan of Arc’s Pas-toral Associate, Michael Lewandowski, and Pastoral Par-ish Nurse, Sandy Razka. There is no fee for this program, but a small donation to cover materials can be offered. The time and dates for the first Season are 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center on: September 12, September 19, October 17, October 24, November 7, November 14 at St. Joan of Arc in Lisle. To register for this program or for more information, please contact Sandy Razka at 630.353.4533 or [email protected].

From the Behavioral Health Team

SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, October 19 7:00-9:00 pm in the Lighthouse God Has Lead You Here Understanding Behavioral Health in the Context of Spiritual Life Please join the Behavior Health Team in welcoming Phil Vedova, MA, LPC from SamaraCare Counseling in Naperville, a Spirit-led counseling service, as he discusses how our lives can be filled with the joy of becoming more whole and fulfilled. Phil provides a wholistic approach towards healing, growth, acceptance and expanded resili-ency as we struggle with the issues of our daily lives. Please join with us in the parish community conversation and welcome Phil Vedova to our Community of Faith. www.SamaraCareCounseling.org World Suicide Prevention Day World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on Septem-ber 10 each year to promote worldwide action to prevent suicides. Suicide is a major preventable cause of premature death, which is influenced by psycho-social, cultural and environmental risk factors that can be prevented through worldwide responses that address these main risk factors. There is strong evidence indicating that adequate preven-tion can reduce suicide rates. World Suicide Prevention Day, which first started in 2003, is annually held on September 10 each year as an International Association For Suicide Prevention (IASP) initiative. The World Health Organization (WHO) co-sponsors this event. World Suicide Prevention Day aims to: Raise awareness that suicide is preventable. Improve education about suicide. Spread information about suicide awareness. Decrease stigmatization regarding suicide.

Please see WHO, www.who.int or IASP, sap.info for more information.


Readings for Today First Reading — The name of the Lord has become like fire burning in Jeremiah’s heart (Jeremiah 20:7-9). Psalm — My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God (Psalm 63). Second Reading — Be transformed; renew your mind; discern what is good (Romans 12:1-2). Gospel — Those who lose their lives for Jesus’ sake will find them (Matthew 16:21-27). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Diocesan Appeal 2017 Parish Appeal Goal: Pledges Received: % of Goal pledged to date: Unpaid pledges: Paid to Date: Percent of goal paid to date: Number of Appeal Donors:

$163,867 $159,392

97.27 $25,009

$134,383 82.01

707

Last Weekend’s stewardship of financial gifts... Weekly Sunday Offertory August 27, 2017 Sunday Collection Offering Credit Card On-Line Giving Automatic Direct Debit (5th & 20th each month) Mailed in & stock donations Total for week *Based on Collection Counters Reports

Fiscal Year (7/1 to 6/30) to date: Weekly Average 7/1/2016 to date: Offertory Goal Year to Date Over/short of goal to date: Goal for Fiscal Year 7/1 to 6/30 Remaining for Fiscal Year goal

$16,856 none this week

$28,549

$1,695 $47,100

$306,864

$34,096 $328,846 ($21,982)

$1,900,000 $1,593,136

The Sunday collection is $21,982 behind goal so far this year. Capital needs restricted gifts were $357 this past week.

Thank you to those who recognized the need and responded.

Readings for the Week Mon: 1 Thes 4:13-18; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 11-13; Lk 4:16-30 Tues: 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Lk 4:31-37 Wed: Col 1:1-8; Ps 52:10-11; Lk 4:38-44 Thurs: Col 1:9-14; Ps 98:2-6; Lk 5:1-11 Fri: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30; Ps 13:6 Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 [18-23] Sat: Col 1:21-23; Ps 54:3-4, 6, 8; Lk 6:1-5 Sun: Ez 33:7-9; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Rom 13:8-10; Mt 18:15-20

Kindergarten Begins New School Year

It was with great anticipation and a bit of nervousness that our kindergartners began the school year this past week! We have been covering rules, routines and procedures… and slowly becoming acclimated to the long days. We have learned about Zero the Hero, are practicing making the Sign of the Cross properly, and have been introduced to our Won-ders reading curriculum. The class is thrilled to have gym every day, with art and music every other day as well. Next week they will begin Spanish! The students are also very excited about eating lunch and having snacks at school!

News From All Saints Catholic Academy

Stewardship and Administration This week you will receive a brochure detailing the I am St. Thomas our parish will be participating in over the next few weeks. This in-formative brochure is intended to communicate the financial needs of our parish and why we are having a dedicated focus on our parish offertory. Commitment Sunday for this Program is September 09

and 10. We encourage all parishioners to spend time in prayer and dis-cussion with your family reflecting on the parish’s needs and your current level of giving. We look forward to seeing all of our parishioners at Mass next weekend for this very important Commitment Sunday. If you have any questions regarding the I am St. Thomas please feel free to contact the parish office.


St. Thomas the Apostle Jobs Ministry

September Keynote Speaker Wednesday, September 20

Bruce is a Retail professional with 30 years varied experi-ences. He has worked in every facet of retail, from being an entrepreneur, to having corporate positions with a "Fortune 500" company. After his corporate retail position was elimi-nated in 2009 he became involved with LinkedIn, Twitter, and social media in his job search. His experiences in Social media includes being, a keynote speaker, a subject matter expert for Linkedin webinars, blog writer about Social Media & LinkedIn, he has also been a LinkedIn and Twitter Workshop Instructor at Harper College. Bruce has started his own social media business, Hobknobery to provide one-on-one profile consultations, presentations, and workshops for LinkedIn. He expanded into LinkedIn and social media strategy for small businesses, social selling for sales people & business development, and training recruiters how to use free LinkedIn for sourcing. He has been interviewed on WBBM News Radio, PBS, Boomers Ultimate Guide, and Blog Talk Radio. Bruce’s “Job Search Journey” and landing was featured on PBS’s interna-tional "Nightly Business Report" segment: “You’re Hired” in May of 2011. In 2011 he was listed as one of the top 15 LinkedIn Specialists internationally. In 2015 he was listed as one of the top 200 LinkedIn practitioners in the world. Fri, Sept 8, 9:30 am: Betty Flasch presents " Managing My Ca-reer: Assessing & Making Meaningful Career Decisions" Over the course of our professional lives, we make career decisions based on a number of factors; some of them are well thought out, others less so. Have you ever wondered how or why career decisions are made? Or the impact it can have on your career? Or how, during the job search process, it’s useful to step back and assess (or re-assess) where you came from, where you are and where you’re going? Please join us for an interactive morning focused on managing and finding meaning in one’s career in the job search process. Fri, Sept 15, 9:30 am: Pat Bayers, multi-million $ sales all-star, Big Ten college referee, former two-time All American and first American college player recruited for the Italian Football League, will share with you 4 critical steps to get you started and keep you going in your job search. In addition, he'll share 10 additional steps to make you stand out in the crowd so you can land your next career position. All of this and the excitement and passion he brings to the "game" in his presentation "Hire Ability and Higher Ability". Wed, Sept 20, 7:00 pm: Speaker Night: Bruce Bixler (see above) St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 1500 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL 60563 (630)355-8980. Friday meeting formats include announcements, speaker presentation, and 2 rounds of networking. Prepare your elevator speech, and bring enough handbills to pass out to 20 fellow networkers. Wednesday night is speaker only, no formal networking. Contact Bob Hronek [email protected]; or Leo Foley [email protected] 630.926.7005 for more info.

THE WEEK AHEAD… Monday, Sept. 4 Labor Day—Offices Closed Tuesday, Sept. 5 10:00am-12:00 p.m. Job Ministry Round Table, Youth Center 7:00—9:30 p.m. Adult Basketball, Gym 7:00—9:00 p.m. Charismatic Prayer Group, Lounge 7:00—8:00 p.m. Eucharistic Minister Training, Church Wednesday, Sept. 6 6:30—8:30 p.m. Pax Christi Servants, Cana 7:00—9:30 p.m. Coed Volleyball, Gym 7:00—9:00 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul, Senior Center Thursday, Sept. 7 9:15—11:30 a.m. Thursday am Bible Study, Senior Center 5:30—8:30 p.m. Y.M. Retreat Team, Gym & Ministry Center 7:30—9:30 p.m. Genesis Rehearsal, Church 7:30—9:00 p.m. Thursday pm Bible Study, Senior Center Friday, Sept. 8 9:15—11:15 a.m. Friday Bible Study, Senior Center 9:30am-12:00 p.m. Jobs Ministry, Lighthouse 6:00 pm Weekend Y.M. Life Retreat, Ministry Center Saturday, Sept. 9 Weekend Y.M. Life Retreat, Ministry Center 9:00am-12:30 a.m. Men’s Saturday Sharing, Deacon’s Office 9:15—10:30 a.m. Soul Searchers, Rectory Basement 1:15—3:00 p.m. Grandparent’s Day at St. Patrick’s Residence 5:30—6:00 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Staff Room Sunday, Sept. 10 Overnight—2 p.m. Weekend Y.M. Life Retreat, Ministry Center 9:00am-12:00 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Staff Room 9:30 am-12:15 p.m. Sunday Nursery

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