Dear Parishioners,



It is with a heavy heart that I share with you that Sr. Joan Schumacher passed away yesterday.

She was beloved here and spent much of her religious life as a School Sister of St. Francis here at OL. For many years she taught art in our school. In true Franciscan tradition she loved animals. If there ever was a “dog whisperer” it was Sr. Joan. She was a great cook and as one parishioner told me, she was delightfully sassy!

In recent years she faithfully greeted and hug students arriving for school in the morning.

I am so sorry for her family and Sr. Paulanne who grieve her death especially.

May She Rest in Peace.

Fr Jerry Boland 

“The one who humbles himself or herself will be exalted.”

The recent funeral of Ryne Sandburg, the Hall of Fame second baseman for the Cubs was a deeply moving tribute to a person who embodied the word humble.

Professional athletes live in the world of comparisons, fierce competition, and the accrual of statistics. Ryne was remembered as a player whose love of the game and commitment to his teammates was paramount. His life was much bigger than just baseball and he was surrounded by a circle of wonderful family and friends. His humble nature endeared him to many and stood as a great example of the power of humility. He converted to Catholicism and took his religious formation seriously. As I reflected on his funeral I was struck by the words of the Gospel this weekend, “the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”

The scriptures this weekend are filled with challenges to us of the blessing true humility can have on the quality of our lives. A lot of energy can be used up trying constantly to impress others with our wealth, our power, or our need to always be right.

One of the qualities we try to instill in our children in the school and religious education is empathy. Helping them to better understand the feelings of another person. We invite them to consider “we” versus “me.” 

People who are truly empathetic are also driven by a beautiful sense of humility.

So much of what Jesus’ speaks to is as true today as it was back then. We can become obsessed with places of honor, titles, possessions, and financial power. Jeus encourages us to walk with one another, to include in our world view; the less fortunate, the powerless.

This week I am attending a seminar up at Mundelein Seminary for the Tolton Parish Teaching Program. We have been blessed with several seminarians who have spent a significant amount of time experiencing our parish and contributing to various ministries. This year we have three seminarians from the Diocese of Grand Rapids. Andrew Whipple and Jeff Davlin are returning, I welcome Thomas Curry who will be joining us. I am grateful to Tom and Jacquie O’Brien who chair our committee. It is going to be a great year!

The Men’s Club Golf Tournament was terrific. A beautiful day and a sellout. Next Saturday there is the Block Party that is hosted by the Men’s Club. Thanks to Chad Lose and his officers and committees. These events bring us all together to celebrate our friendships. The Block Party begins with Mass at 5:00pm on the Rectory lawn. (Please Note: Because of the Block Party Outdoor Mass, there will not be a Mass at 9:30am Sunday morning on the Rectory lawn on the following day, Sept. 7.)

This Sunday is the observance of the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. The liturgy begins at 7:00pm in the Church. Bishop Mark Bartosic will be presiding. Our special guests will be the parishioners of Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church. 

We have been blessed to observe some marriage milestones:

Happy 50th to Barb and Ben Tchaou, 

Happy 60th to Tom and Sandy McBreen, 

Happy 66th to Lou and Pilar Gomez.

May your week be blest!

Fr. Jerry Boland

OCIA Sessions start soon!

Do you know someone who is interesting in joining our Catholic Faith community? The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which adults of other faith traditions, or of no faith tradition at all, come to join the Catholic church.

This wonderful program will be led this fall by Fr. Roy Belocura. CLICK HERE or on the image below for a short 90 second video about OCIA.

Electronic Version of our Bulletin for August 31, 2025

All links in electronic Bulletin are now live links.

In this issue:

• Father Jerry's Letter
• New Fall Events
• Welcome New Parishioners
• Join our Music Ministry!
• Humanitarian Relief for Gaza

Coming Up at OLPH

Outdoor Summer Sunday Mass

We are excited to announce we are bringing back the 9:30am Mass outside on the Rectory lawn on Sundays during the summer. (weather permitting.)

9:30am Mass, Sun., Aug 31 on the Rectory Lawn

Solemn Vespers for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation

On behalf of the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, OLPH Catholic Church and Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church, you are cordially invited to the Eleventh Annual Solemn Vespers for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. Livestream url in the link above.

7:00pm, Sun., Aug 31

Stepping Out Together Ministry

Reaching out to adults of all ages who are solo and would like to participate in spiritual and social activities. First Friday.

Fri.,Sept. 5

Bible Basics - an information 45 minute presentation

Would you like to increase your knowledge and comfort level with this holy book?

This is an informative 45 min presentation, extensive time for Q and A, and hands-on assistance. We cover these basics, and more.

9:00am, Sat., Sept. 6

OLPH Parish Block Party

Sponsored by OLPH Men's Club, the Block Party is the event of the season and one of the best OLPH fundraisers! All are invited to attend this FREE event!

Outdoor Mass 5:00pm, Party begins at 6:00pm, Sat., Sept. 6

ALPHA

Are you seeking a better relationship with Jesus Christ? Join us on this 11-week journey. Each session includes dinner-video-discussion.

11-week session begins Wed., Sept. 10

Becoming a Catholic - OCIA classes begin this Fall

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process by which adults of other faith traditions, or of no faith tradition at all, come to join the Catholic church. This is a wonderful 12 week program.

First Class: 6:00pm, Wed., Oct. 1

Current Drives, Collections, Fundraisers, and more

2025 OLPH Parish Raffle

The Parish Raffle is one of the largest fundraisers of the OLPH Men’s Club benefitting Sister Paulanne's Needy Family Fund, OLPH School, Faculty, and Staff, and OLPH Parish and its numerous Parish ministries, including Religious Education, Youth Ministry, and Spirituality Groups.

Please support the Men's Club's efforts to support these great causes that make OLPH such an amazing school and parish. This year we will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Roundball and the retirement of our pastor, Father Jerry Boland, after leading our great parish since 2014. Let's make Father Jerry proud! 

See this week's Bulletin or CLICK HERE for a downloadable pdf of the Raffle Form. Make Checks Payable to: OLPH Men’s Club   

Special Message from Fr. Jerry

We all grieve the loss of life at Annunciation Parish in Minneapolis. Let us pray fervently for the victims, the injured, the families and the faculty and staff of Annunciation School.

Every week at liturgy we pray for an end to gun violence.

Making our campus as secure and safe as possible is my first priority. We have invested every year in the security infrastructure of our campus. One of the projects of our capital campaign, Generation to Generation, is to invest in security projects recommended in our recent security audit.

I will be meeting with my staff to review our security protocols and procedures. We have been in contact with the Glenview Police Department and are reviewing their recommendations for implementation.

As we continue to become an even safer campus, there may be changes to traffic (both vehicle and walking) patterns and access to buildings. These changes will require patience and support to do what is best for all of us.

We can never promise a 100% safe campus, but we must keep moving in that direction. We must figure out ways to provide more mental health resources and to enact sensible gun legislation.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Pray for us!



Fr. Jerry Boland

Fr. Jerry on the Magnified Ministries Podcast!

Fr. Jeremiah Boland was recently a guest on the Magnified Ministries Podcast. CLICK HERE or on the image below to watch this excellent conversation.

Upcoming Funeral and Memorial listings

Many times we will receive a funeral notice after our Bulletin has gone to print. We hope that by having this information in the eblast as well we can improve our communication to our parish family. We appreciate your patience and understanding if occasionally we are not able to post every item in a timely manner.

Name of Deceased - Date of Funeral or Memorial    

Alice Conlin 09/22/25

For more information about any of these funerals or memorials, please contact our Bereavement Ministry at j.pomillo@sbcglobal.net

Saint of the Day

August 29

The Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist

(1st. century)

The drunken oath of a king with a shallow sense of honor, a seductive dance and the hateful heart of a queen combined to bring about the martyrdom of John the Baptist. The greatest of prophets suffered the fate of so many Old Testament prophets before him: rejection and martyrdom. The “voice crying in the desert” did not hesitate to accuse the guilty, did not hesitate to speak the truth. But why? What possesses a man that he would give up his very life?

This great religious reformer was sent by God to prepare the people for the Messiah. His vocation was one of selfless giving. The only power that he claimed was the Spirit of Yahweh. “I am baptizing you with water, for repentance, but the one who is coming after me is mightier than I. I am not worthy to carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire” (Matthew 3:11).

Scripture tells us that many people followed Saint John the Baptist looking to him for hope, perhaps in anticipation of some great messianic power. John never allowed himself the false honor of receiving these people for his own glory. He knew his calling was one of preparation. When the time came, he led his disciples to Jesus: “The next day John was there again with two of his disciples, and as he watched Jesus walk by, he said, ‘Behold, the Lamb of God.’ The two disciples heard what he said and followed Jesus” (John 1:35-37).

It is John the Baptist who has pointed the way to Christ. John’s life and death were a giving over of self for God and other people. His simple style of life was one of complete detachment from earthly possessions. His heart was centered on God and the call that he heard from the Spirit of God speaking to his heart. Confident of God’s grace, he had the courage to speak words of condemnation, repentance, and salvation.

Reflection

Each of us has a calling to which we must listen. No one will ever repeat the mission of Saint John the Baptist, and yet all of us are called to that very mission. It is the role of the Christian to witness to Jesus. Whatever our position in this world, we are called to be disciples of Christ. By our words and deeds, others should realize that we live in the joy of knowing that Jesus is Lord. We do not have to depend upon our own limited resources, but can draw strength from the vastness of Christ’s saving grace.

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