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480 S. PARK BOULEVARD · GLEN ELLYN, ILLINOIS 60137 | PHONE: 630.469.7540 | FAX: 630.469.7590

OUR PARISH MISSION STATEMENT As members of Christ’s family,

through St. James the Apostle Parish, we:

the Lord by proclaiming His Word and

celebrating His Sacraments,

by learning more about God’s loving plan for us,

to the call of Christ by sharing our talents, gifts and our love,

to the universal community by loving and serving our neighbors.

CLERGY (630) 469-7540

Very Rev. David J. Hankus, D. Min., Ph. D. PASTOR [email protected] ext. 203

Rev. John Sebahar PASTOR EMERITUS

MINISTRY CENTER (630) 469-7540

Visit our website: www.stjamesge.org

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Monday - Wednesday 8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Thursday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Friday 8:30 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Pat Mooney DIRECTOR OF [email protected] MUSIC MINISTRY ext. 207

Gina Wiedman DIRECTOR OF [email protected] YOUTH MINISTRY ext. 208

Rubi Garfias PARISH SECRETARY [email protected] ext. 201

Lisa Gilligan COORDINATOR OF [email protected] COMMUNICATIONS, LITURGY & SAFE ENVIRONMENT ext. 205

ST. JAMES SCHOOL (630) 469-8060

www.stjamesge-school.org

Summer Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

Paul Kirk PRINCIPAL [email protected]

RELIGIOUS ED OFFICE (630) 858-5646 [email protected]

Summer Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. AND DURING CLASS SESSIONS

Lisa Weesner COORDINATOR [email protected]

WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil | 4:00 P.M. Sunday | 9:00 & 11:00 A.M.

WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE

Monday - Thursday Daily Mass | 8:00 A.M. Friday Communion Service | 8:00 A.M.

HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE

On the Holy Day | 8:00 A.M., 12:15 & 7:00 P.M. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

CONFESSIONS

Saturday | 2:30 - 3:30 P.M.

Sunday, July 28, 2019 | Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

| July 28, 2019 | The Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

St. John Vianney: A Man for Our Times

August 4 is the feast day of St. John Vianney, the patron saint of parish priests. He led an interesting life and I would like to share his story with you. He was a man with vision, and had to

overcome many obstacles to see his vision realized. First of all, he wanted to be a priest, but his meager formal education did not prepare him adequately for seminary studies. His failure to

understand Latin lectures forced him to discontinue. His vision of becoming a priest, however,

encouraged him to seek tutoring. After a long struggle, he was ordained.

As pastor of the parish at Ars in France, he encouraged people who were indifferent and quite comfortable with their style of living. He prayed and fasted constantly for their conversion,

remembering Jesus’ comment, “Some devils can only be cast out by prayer and fasting.”

With Catherine Lassagne and Benedicta Lardet, he established La Providence, a home for girls.

Only a man of vision could have such trust that God would provide for the spiritual and material needs of all those who came to make La Providence their home.

His work as a confessor is his most remarkable accomplishment. He would spend eleven to

sixteen hours a day hearing confessions, reconciling people with God. He certainly was a dedicated

man with great faith. Otherwise he never would have been able to endure the difficulties that faced him. Many people look forward to retirement and taking it easy, planning to do things they never

had time for before. St. John Vianney did not think of retirement, for as he aged he spent more time serving the people.

St. John Vianney stands out as a man who did not become engulfed with material comfort and possessions, as so much of our world is today. His life reminds us that we can live more simply, and

serving others should be our top priority. Living life as people of service and prayer truly will bring peace and ultimate happiness, not only to those we serve, but ourselves as well.

(Information on St. John Vianney’s life from “Saint of the Day” by Leonard Foley, O.F.M.)

Father David

July 28, 2019 | The Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time |

Pray, Hope and Don’t Worry

On July 31, I will be making a pilgrimage to San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy to visit the tomb of St. Padre Pio. He was a Capuchin Franciscan priest, born in 1887, died in 1968 and canonized a saint in 2002. St. Pio is known throughout the world today as one who was a holy mystic, confessor and devout religious. My personal connection to this modern day saint is one that I have mentioned to people over the years. In 1954, my parents wrote a letter to St. Pio asking that he pray to God that they would have children. St. Pio had written back to my parents indicating that he would pray for them. I was born a year later and my brother Richard three years

later. I truly believe that my existence and priesthood are due to St. Pio’s intercession. As I always do when going on a pilgrimage, I would like to invite you to write any petitions on the lines below. The petitions will be brought with me and remembered at the Masses I will be celebrating there. You may put the petitions in an envelope with “St. Padre Pio Petitions” written on the outside and deposit them in the collection basket or drop them off at the Ministry Center. If you do not wish me to see the petitions, please mark “Confidential” on the envelope. It will then not be opened but the petitions will be remembered at Mass. You may also e-mail the petitions to me at: [email protected]. I will need to have the petitions in my possession no later than Monday, July 29. You will all be remembered in my Masses and prayers during this pilgrimage. Please pray for me as well. Thank you. “Pray, hope and don’t worry,” said St. Padre Pio. Through his intercession may God help us to be people of prayer, hope and trust. Father David _______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Parish Prayer List If you would like to add a name to the parish prayer list, please contact Rubi at: [email protected] or call her at 630.469.7540, ext. 201. Thank you! | July 28, 2019 | The Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Olivia Aliga Mike Asani

Jason B. Jennifer Baker

Leela Baddipalli Karen Bjanki

Lydia Boyer Richard Braun

Ken Bucheit Mac Arthur Butler

Neil Carey Michael Chachula

Rose Chachula Natalie Chavez Agapita Collo

Joel L. Collo Myrna Comstock

Mary Ann Contafio Annette Cooke Donna Cooke

Rosemarie Cooke Charlie DeMory

Georgianna DeMory Tony DeMory

Elmer Dignabice Patty Dorney

Claudia Finley Mary Ellen Finnane

Bernie Finnegan John Flanyck Johnny Fong Alex Fosco

James Frasier Vanessa Frazier

Rob Fruit Darlene Galgan Edward Galvin

Dorothy Gonzalez Robert Gunter

Sharon Harbert Lucille Highsmith

John & Joan Jackson Gail Johnsen

Margaret Johnson John Keating

Josefina Kellogg Michael Kidney Patricia Klein Marie Kohler Stan Kolman

Alan Kurpiewski Peter Lajoice

Frances Lang Robert Lenger

Felomina Lezada Woody Lindauer

Zosimo Lim Keegan Lohenry Todd Lohenry

Mel Marini John Milder

Leticia Moreno Mary Motto Art Moxley Geri Moxley

Joseph Mulcare Pat Mulcrone Jean Murphy John Murray

Jean Nerkowski Nik Nguyen Jean O’Brien Ted O’Brien

Peggy O’Reilly Fr. John Ouper

Carolyn Patterson Charmaine Patterson Patricia Patterson

James Pelletiere Samantha Pelletiere

Ernesto Pojas Thomas Radic

Roberta Rainville Gabrielle Reese Jordan Richards Angela Rinaldi Rose Rudnick

Colleen Sabel Christiana Salameh

Carol Sandowski Glenn Schroerder

Wanda Slupik Cindy Smetana Margo Smetana Marie Sobecki

Joan Szabo Anne Taliani

Sheila Tomazewski Ronald Townsel Frank Trankina

Joanne Trapani Fred Tsai Nora Tsai Joan Turos

Joseph Turos Zoraida Vazquez

Florencio Vergeldedios Alexander Joseph Yee

Rosita Yee Mary Winter

Ethel Zindrick

We Offer Our Prayers

We Make House Calls! —Communion for the Homebound—

If you or a loved one are temporarily or permanently homebound and unable to attend Mass, the St. James Ministry of Care can bring Holy Communion to your home on a regular basis. To have a qualified and trained St. James lay parishioner bring Communion to YOUR home, please call the St. James Ministry Center at 630-469-7540.

“Whoever believes in me, even if they die, will live.”

Mark Hall, brother of Michelle and Andy

Congratulations to

JOHN GARDNER and CATHRYN VOLK who were joined in the Sacrament of Marriage

Saturday, July 13th, 2019

MATTHEW KULPA and DIONNA RIELLEY who were joined in the Sacrament of Marriage

Saturday, July 20th, 2019

We pray for God’s blessings to be upon them as they begin their married life!


Worship Ministries

Readings for the Week

Monday: Ex 32:15-24, 30-34; Ps 106:19-23 or Ps 34:2-11; Jn 11:19-27 or Lk 10:38-42 Tuesday: Ex 33:7-11; 34:5b-9, 28; Ps 103:6-11; Mt 13:36-43 Wednesday: Ex 34:29-35; Ps 99:5-7, 9; Mt 13:44-46 Thursday: Ex 40:16-21, 34-38; Ps 84:3-6a, 8, 11; Mt 13:47-53 Friday: Lv 23:1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34b-37; Ps 81:3-6, 10-11ab; Mt 13:54-58 Saturday: Lv 25:1, 8-17; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 7-8; Mt 14:1-12 Sunday: Eccl 1:2; 2:21-23; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17; Col 3:1-5, 9-11; Lk 12:13-21

Saints and Special Observances

Sunday: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Martha Tuesday: St. Peter Chrysologus Wednesday: St. Ignatius of Loyola Thursday: St. Alphonsus Liguori Friday: St. Eusebius of Vercelli; St. Peter Julian Eymard; First Friday Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday

Administration Ministries

[ STEWARDSHIP NOTE FOR TODAY ]

Jesus is describing God’s immeasurable generosity when He says in today’s Gospel, “Whoever asks, receives, whoever seeks, finds; whoever knocks, is admitted.” But it should also be the description of us as Christian stewards – those seeking to follow Christ by using our gifts in service to others. Please remember St. James the Apostle Parish while on vacation. You may put your offering in the collection before you leave or when you return. We count on your generosity all year long. Thank you!

The collection amount for July 20/21 is $11,154.33

Thank you for your generosity-it is deeply appreciated!

Will You Be Volunteering with Minors In this Upcoming School Year?

Out of concern for the safety and well-being of children, every diocesan, parish, school or religious education employee or volunteer who is involved with minors on a regular, recurring basis and those who may have an opportunity to be alone with children during parish, school or religious education sponsored events, are required to attend a Virtus Protecting God’s Children Program and provide a certificate of completion to the parish.

St. James will host four Virtus Workshops in August and September for its parishioners. They are scheduled on Tuesday, August 13th, Wednesday, August 21st, Saturday, September 7th and Saturday, September 21st. Pre-registration is required and must be completed online at www.virtusonline.org. Click on First-Time Registrant in the left column and it will guide you through the process.

Resources Available in the Liturgical Kiosk and the Information Rack

We invite all parishioners to peruse the Liturgical Kiosk in the Narthex and the Information Rack in the Coat Room for a variety of resources and informational brochures for your spiritual enrichment. At the beginning of each month you will find limited copies of “The Word Among Us”, which contains the daily Mass readings as well as reflections. Please stop by today after Mass and take something home with you.


Christian Education Ministries

RE 2019-2020 RegistrationOn-line registration for the 2019-2020 school year continues. To complete your RE registration and payment plan, follow the FACTS link: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4LLY6. Please note: registration deadline is

July 31st.

Can You Hear the Call? Is God calling you to share your faith in a special way with the youth of our parish? Please consider becoming a Catechist or Aide for religious education for the 2019-2020 school year. We are in need of catechists and aides for all grades during all three sessions. No experience necessary, just a desire to share your faith with the children of the parish. Catechists & Aides receive the early registration rate as well as fee discounts of 50% for catechists and 25% for aides. Catechists and aides also ensure their first choice of class day/time for their children. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity for you to grow by sharing your faith with the children of our parish. For more information or to volunteer, please contact the Religious Education Office: [email protected]

Christian Education Ministries

At St. James the Apostle School, We Teach More

At St. James the Apostle School, we are called to grow spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, and physically as members of our school, parish and the greater community. By combining our Catholic beliefs, strong academics, Christian service, liturgy and prayer, we will become people of faith and lifelong learners who serve the broader community. We teach children ages preschool through eighth grade. Call us to schedule a tour: 630-469-8060.

St. Daniel & St. James Youth Ministry

This summers mission trip to Nashville has come to a close! We canNOT thank you enough for your prayers, financial donations, and wishes that you sent with us. We worked hard at building wheelchair ramps, painting & cleaning, digging trenches, moving furniture, working with children, and so much more! Here is our picture from our day off where part of it was spent at the Louisville Slugger museum. We are looking forward to our next big trip in the summer of 2020! But we could not do it without you!


Christian Service Ministries

Sunday, September 22, 2019 The Village Links of Glen Ellyn

* 1:00 P.M. Shotgun Start

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

The Parish Life Commission is pleased to announce plans for our 17th Annual Family Golf Outing.

The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 22, 2019 at the nearby Village Links of Glen Ellyn.

The outing will use the traditional scramble format and we hope the venue, close to home, will enable

more families to participate. The golf will be followed by a buffet dinner in the Blue Heron banquet room.

ENTRY DONATION

$100.00 PER GOLFER The Entry Donation includes Green Fees, Riding

Cart, Free Driving Range Balls, Deluxe Buffet, Dinner, Music, Contests and Prizes.

BUFFET DINNER ONLY

Donation of $25.00 per person

Family Golf Outing

2019 ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE

Parish Life Ministries

Consider Giving Back to Bless Our Seniors

The Young at Heart Seniors has been a ministry at St. James since 1973. It is the oldest, continual social activity in the parish. We need your help to keep it going. Volunteers are needed to co-ordinate and serve at the September-May, once a month lunches and entertainment. The time commitment is between 4-6 hours per month. This is an ideal volunteer experience for parents of our school children. To volunteer or to learn more, please call Gail at 630 690-2278 or e-mail her at [email protected]. Thank you for your support!

Back to School Food Drive Help Restock the Pantry

The Glen Ellyn Food Pantry extends many thanks for the strong support received from the members of St. James. The food and monetary donations received from St. James and other caring community members enabled the pantry to serve approximately 33,000 people last year.

Now, it is almost time to hit the Back-To-School Restart Button. The shelves of the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry need to be restocked. The summer food donations were lean leaving the shelves looking bare. Of the 33,000 people served last year, 14,000 were children. When shopping, have your children pick out some of their favorites foods to share with children who are in need. Non-perishable donations may be left in the Coat Room at St. James.

Other Glen Ellyn Food Pantry Facts: • Over 4,000 seniors were served last year. • The food value distributed during 2018 was

estimated to be $1,949,111. • Baking goods are in high demand now and

through the end of the year. • Kitchen essentials, such as dish soap, trash bags,

baggies, foil, flour, • Sugar, and paper towels help hungry neighbors

make ends meet.

The Glen Ellyn Food Pantry staff and board members are grateful for the ongoing support received from St. James.

St. James Parish PIcnic Sunday, August 25th 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM

Save the Date!

29/MONDAY GS Camp Greene Pickup 7:30 A.M. | PKLOT Daily Mass 8 A.M. | CH GS Camp Greene Drop-Off 3:20 P.M. | PKLOT A.A. Recovery 8 P.M. | FL

30/TUESDAY GS Camp Greene Pickup 7:30 A.M. | PKLOT Daily Mass 8 A.M. | CH Wedding Review 8 A.M. | MC CNRM Water Plants 8:30 A.M. | CH JHYM Live out Loud 3 P.M. | OFFSITE GS Camp Greene Drop-Off 3:20 P.M. | PKLOT

31/ GS Camp Greene Pickup 7:30 A.M. | PKLOT Daily Mass 8 A.M. | CH GS Camp Greene Drop-Off 3:20 P.M. | PKLOT Adult Rec. BB 9 P.M. | GYM

01/THURSDAY GS Camp Greene Pickup 7:30 A.M. | PKLOT Daily Mass 8 A.M. | CH Camp Rock 8 A.M. | OFFSITE GS Camp Greene Drop-Off 3:20 P.M. | PKLOT

02/FRIDAY GS Camp Greene Pickup 7:30 A.M. | PKLOT Communion Service 8 A.M. | CH/ALL Water Plants 8:30 A.M. | CH Arden Courts Communion Service 10 A.M. | OFFSITE Maple Glen Com. Service 11 A.M. | OFFSITE GS Camp Greene Drop-Off 3:20 P.M. | PKLOT Scrapbooking 7 P.M. | SJH2/3

03/SATURDAY Cursillo Meeting 7:30 A.M. | MC Reconciliation 2:30 P.M. | CH/ALL Mass 4 P.M. | CH/ALL

04/SUNDAY Mass 9 A.M. | CH/ALL 11 A.M. | CH/ALL Baptisms 12:15 P.M. | CH/ALL Adult Rec. BB 7:30 P.M. | GYM


Mass Intentions & This Week @ St. James > July 29 - August 4, 2019 JULY 29/MONDAY

8:00 A.M. Mel and Donna Alexander REQ. BY MC MAHON FAMILY

JULY 30/TUESDAY 8:00 A.M. Doris Jennings REQ. BY JOE HUM FAMILY

Collins Family REQ. BY KATY HENSELER

Cathleen O’Hare REQ. BY COLLEEN DOYLE

JULY 31/WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. Gus Michuda REQ. BY JAN WEIRATH

AUGUST 1/THURSDAY 8:00 A.M. Vince Brand REQ. BY FRAN BRAND

Ed Allain REQ. BY FRAN BRAND

Marty Leonard REQ. BY FRAN BRAND

AUGUST 2/FRIDAY 8:00 A.M. Communion Service

AUGUST 3/SATURDAY 4:00 P.M. Paul Frano REQ. BY ST. JAMES SCHOOL

AUGUST 4/SUNDAY 9:00 A.M. Bill Weirath REQ. BY ANNE WEIRATH FAMILY

11:00 A.M. The Parishioners

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