St. Gertrude Chicago

All are Welcome

1420 W. Granville,

Chicago, IL 60660

773.764.3621

stgertrude1420@stgertrudechicago.org

www.stgertrudechicago.org

Bulletin for Sunday, June 21, 2026

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day to all of men in our lives who support and encourage us--whether they are fathers, step-fathers, brothers, uncles, cousins, friends, coaches, teachers, coworkers, or neighbors!

Fathers in Our Lives

We give our thanks, Creator God, for the fathers in our lives.

Fatherhood does not come with a manual, and 

reality teaches us that some fathers excel while 

others fail. We ask for Your blessings for them all and forgiveness where it is needed.

This Father's Day we remember the many sacrifices fathers make for their children and 

families, and the ways--both big and small--they lift children to achieve dreams thought 

beyond reach.

So too, we remember all those who have helped fill the void when fathers pass early or are absent; grandfathers and uncles, brothers and cousins, teachers, pastors and coaches and the women of our families.

For those who are fathers, we ask for wisdom and humility in the face of the task of 

parenting. Give them the strength to do well by their children and by You.

In Your Holy name, O God, we pray. Amen.

- Rev. Chuck Currie 

The Office is Closed Tomorrow, Friday, June 19 in Honor of Juneteenth

Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans and is also often observed for celebrating African-American culture. Originating in Galveston, Texas, it has been celebrated annually on June 19 in various parts of the United States since 1865. The rectory office will be closed.

Mass will be held at 7:30 am.

This Sunday: Last Gym Mass of the School Year

Please note that this weekend is Father’s Day! It is also the final Gym Mass of the school year before it goes on break for the summer.

All are welcome to join this 10:30 am Mass, held in the Gym at 1401 W. Granville. 

Join our Weekly Wednesday Contemplative Prayer Group

Would you like to deepen your prayer life? Do you already have a regular prayer practice but would like to pray and reflect on spiritual readings and scripture in a group? A new contemplative prayer group at St. Gertrude has been formed!

Contemplative prayer is silent prayer that opens up us up to awareness of God’s presence by stilling our bodies and our minds. If you haven’t prayed contemplatively before (Centering Prayer, Christian meditation, etc.), we will offer guidance.

We’ll meet weekly each Wednesday at 9:00 am in the chapel of the Ministry Center. Come as you are and as you are able.

For more information, contact Karen Spear at kspear@marian.edu.

Join Us for the Rosary at St. Gerts 

Guadalupanos Rosary Group (Grupo del Rosario de Guadalupanos) on Friday Evenings 

All are welcome to attend the bilingual weekly Rosary group held on Friday evenings at 7:00 pm in the dining room of the Ministry Center, located at 6214 North Glenwood Avenue.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary after 7:30 am Mass

Additionally, the Rosary is said every Monday through Friday in the church right after the 7:30 am Masses/Communion services. Please consider joining us in church—we would love to have you!

Next Weekend: Second Collection for Peter's Pence

On June 27-28, we will take up the Peter’s Pence Collection to support the Universal Church and the work of the Holy See, including the charitable works of Pope Leo XIV. These works benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Be a sign of hope with your generosity!

For more information, visit www.obolodisanpietro.va/en.html.

Brewed at St. Gertrude Returns on Sunday, June 28



Start your Sunday with good coffee and great conversation at Brewed at St. Gertrude on Sunday, June 28. Following the morning Masses, parishioners and visitors are invited to gather for fellowship, refreshments, and community in a welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you are a longtime member of the parish or visiting for the first time, Brewed at St. Gertrude is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, reconnect with friends, and spend time with fellow parishioners outside of Mass.

Coffee, light refreshments, and friendly conversation will be available. We hope you will join us after Mass to strengthen the bonds that make our parish community so special.

All are welcome!

Care for Real Collection is Next Weekend

St. Gertrude will hold a collection for Care for Real on June 27-28. As a reminder, donations for Care for Real are collected on the first and fourth weekends of each month.

As changes to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) eligibility requirements take effect, many individuals and families may face new challenges accessing food assistance. Seniors and others who do not qualify for exemptions could be especially affected. Requirements to work or volunteer 80 hours per month and regularly report those hours may create additional barriers, increasing the risk of food insecurity for some of our neighbors.

In response, Care for Real expects demand for its services to grow in the coming months. Donations of food, household essentials, and personal care items will help ensure that neighbors in need continue to receive support.

To learn more about Care for Real's current needs and ways to contribute, please visit https://linktr.ee/cfrchicago or follow Care for Real on Facebook and Instagram.

Thank you for your continued generosity and compassion. Your support helps Care for Real provide food and essential supplies to individuals and families throughout our community.

Growing in Faith

“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”

As a parent, fear feels like a constant companion. The longest night of my life was the night we brought our first-born home from the hospital. Here was a tiny, fragile baby, completely dependent on the support of two brand new parents. No nurses. No doctors. Just two parents alone, at home, a tiny human being under our care.

As he’s grown and we’ve added more siblings, we’re never at a loss for new things to fear. When did they take their first steps? When did they first start reading? Are they spending too much time on screens? When should they be allowed to use social media? How are their grades? What High School did they get into? What college are they attending?

However, as we’ve faced each new fear, we were never alone. And we need not be afraid. In those first months as parents, friends brought food, held the baby, and shared their parenting stories and their wisdom. As our kids have grown, the community of St. Gertrude’s and NCA, have loved and supported them, reminding them of their worth.

That little baby heads to college this fall, along with so many of his friends and classmates from this community. And these kids will do amazing things, because they are not afraid to reach for their dreams. For they have a family and community that remind them that, no matter what, they are worthy.

~ Jon Blake

How to Read the Hymn Board

The hymn board, located on the right side of the sanctuary, helps worshippers follow the music and readings used during Mass. The first number indicates the section for the readings of the day. The numbers that follow correspond to the hymns that will be sung throughout the Mass. Simply find the matching numbers in your hymnal to follow along.

Before Mass begins, take a moment to note the numbers on the hymn board and mark the pages in your hymnal. This simple practice can help you participate more fully in the prayers, readings, and music of the celebration. 

Parish Envelopes Update

Due to mechanical issues at the printing company, parish envelopes have been delayed. Blank envelopes and pencils are available at each church entrance for your convenience. Thank you for your patience and continued generosity. 

Last Weekend’s Second Collection for Priests’ Health and Retirement: Thank You for Your Generosity



Thank you to all who generously supported last weekend’s Priests’ Health and Retirement Collection. Your gift is a meaningful expression of gratitude for the priests who have accompanied us through so many important moments of our lives—celebrating the sacraments, caring for the sick, comforting the grieving, and sharing in our joys and challenges. Your generosity helps provide health care, nursing care, and retirement support for the active and retired priests of the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Thank you for remembering our priests with your prayers and financial support.

ECRA’s Juneteenth Service Planned for Friday, June 19

The Edgewater Community Religious Association (ECRA) invites you to a powerful interfaith Juneteenth service, “Recognize the Past, Name the Present.”

Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and celebration at 7:00 pm on Friday, June 19, at the Sacred Heart Schools Chapel, 6250 N. Sheridan Road. The one-hour service will be followed by a celebratory reception.

State Senator Mike Simmons will deliver the keynote address, and Circles & Ciphers will perform.

This is more than a service—it is a call to community and a celebration of resilience.

Transportation

CTA buses 151 and 147 stop directly in front of the Sacred Heart Schools campus at 6250 N. Sheridan Road. The chapel is also located just three blocks east of the CTA Granville Red Line station.

Parking

Two free parking lots will be available for this event. The larger lot is located at the southeast corner of Granville and Kenmore; please enter through the alley. The second lot, located just north of the apartment building at 6211 N. Kenmore, can be accessed from either Kenmore Avenue or the alley.

ECRA is an interfaith organization made up of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish congregations, primarily in the Edgewater neighborhood. In the 1970s, leaders from ECRA congregations, including St. Gertrude parish, helped establish Care for Real, Edgewater’s community food pantry.

You do not need to live in Edgewater to participate in this joyful celebration.

All are welcome!

Join the Ignatian 

Volunteer Corps!  

Want to make a difference? Want to grow in your faith? The Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) matches the skills and experiences of adults 50+ with Chicagoland nonprofits dedicated to walking with and assisting those most in need. IVC supports members in deepening their faith through formation opportunities rooted in the Ignatian tradition. 

Learn more by attending an upcoming information session at one of the following parishes:

• Old St. Mary (Chicago)- June 23
• St. Catherine of Alexandria (Oak Lawn) - June 25
• Holy Family Parish (Inverness) - June 25
• Holy Cross Parish (Deerfield) - June 30

Register online at www.ivcusa.org/chicagoinfosessions. 

Rest in Peace



• Marcela (Leila) Carpio, mother of Jennifer (Roman) Reyes and Rico (Kim); grandmother to Christian, Jayden, Maddie, and Bella. Visitation at Barr Funeral Home, Thursday, June 18, 4:00-8:00 pm; Funeral at St. Gertrude, Friday, June 19, at 10:00 am; Full obituary here

Ministers of the Word

• Saturday, June 20 at 5:00 pm - Millie Slane, Joe Tomasello
• Sunday, June 21 at 8:00 am - Anthony Myers, Jacalyn Meier
• Sunday, June 21 at 10:30 am - Eric Ameyaw, Rose Karasti

Eucharistic Ministers

• Saturday, June 20 at 5:00 pm - Tim Harrington
• Sunday, June 21 at 8:00 am - Steven Monti 
• Sunday, June 21 at 10:30 am - Tim Love, Bob Backis, Maria Ugarte

Altar Servers

• Saturday, June 20 at 5:00 pm - cross bearer: Wyatt Dant
• Sunday, June 21 at 10:30 am - cross bearer: Sammy Kloster; acolytes: Viviana Love, Jayson Ameyaw

Upcoming Mass Intentions


• Monday, June 22: 7:30 am - Communion Service
• Tuesday, June 23: 7:30 am
• Wednesday, June 24: 7:30 am
• Thursday, June 25: 7:30 am
• Friday, June 26: 7:30 am
• Saturday, June 27: 5:00 pm - Birthday Blessings for Mary McGuinness
• Sunday, June 28: 8:00 am; 10:30 am - Carmen Fuentes+

If you would like to add a name to the prayer list, please contact the Rectory at 773.764.3621 or email stgertrude1420@stgertrudechicago.org. Names will remain on the list for three weeks. After that time, please renew the name using same contact information.