October 9, 2022: Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time PARISH NEWSLETTER The Church of St. Mary :: 201 E. Illinois Lake Forest, IL 60045 Parish Office Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm Monday - Friday Phone: (847) 234.0205 :: Email: receptionist@churchofstmary.org www.churchofstmary.org :: https://www.facebook.com/ChurchofStMaryLF/

From the Desk of Fr. Mike Nacius, Pastor

-------Last weekend, I shared excerpts from the USCCB Examination of Conscience in Light of Catholic Social Teaching. The examination is broken down into the following categories: Life and Dignity of the Human Person, Call to Family, Community and Participation, Rights and Responsibilities, Option for the Poor and Vulnerable, The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers, Solidarity, and Care for God’s Creation. Today I am sharing the remaining three categories with the parish. May we reflect on the Holy Spirit guiding us in our respect for all life as followers of Jesus.   Examination of Conscience in Light of Catholic Social Teaching – Part 2 The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers As a worker, do I give my employer a fair day’s work for my wages? As an owner, do I treat workers fairly?   Do I treat all workers with whom I interact with respect, no matter their position or class?   Do I support the rights of all workers to adequate wages, health insurance, vacation, and sick leave? Do I affirm their right to form or join unions or worker associations?   Do my purchasing choices take into account the hands involved in the production of what I buy? When possible, do I buy products produced by workers whose rights and dignity were respected?   Solidarity Does the way I spend my time reflect a genuine concern for others?   Is solidarity incorporated into my prayer and spirituality? Do I lift up vulnerable people throughout the world in my prayer, or is it reserved for only my personal concerns?   Am I attentive only to my local neighbors or also those across the globe?   Do I see all members of the human family as my brothers and sisters?   Care for God’s Creation Do I live out my responsibility to care for God’s creation?   Do I see my care for creation as connected to my concern for poor persons, who are most at risk from environmental problems?   Do I litter? Live wastefully? Use energy too freely? Are there ways I could reduce consumption in my life?   Are there ways I could change my daily practices and those of my family, school, workplace, or community to better conserve the earth’s resources for future generations?   -------Many thanks to all who are participating in the Baby Bottle Project. Additional baby bottles are available at the entrances to the church. You may return them to the Parish Office or church any time during the month of October. On October 29 and 30 parishioners are invited to donate in support of Catholic Charities’ Refugee Ministry. Thanks for your support of this very important need. May God guide and bless us with hearts of charity and concern for our neighbor.   -------Plans are underway for a delicious Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, October 30 and the opportunity will also be offered to help Pack the Pantry with a food drive for our Sharing Parish, Most Blessed Trinity, the same weekend (October 29 and 30). More details will be available on our website and upcoming bulletins.   -------May God guide and bless us with hearts of charity and concern for our neighbor,

COR Youth Ministry

End the long weekend with a fun game night with COR! Enjoy some snacks and games like Spicy Uno, Mao, Code Names, and Ultimate Werewolf. Bring a friend!

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NOTE: The COR Fall Retreat has been canceled. Check the COR website for continued updates on other COR events, retreat experiences, and service opportunities.

Children's Worship Bulletin for October 9, 2022: for ages 3+ HERE and for ages 7+ HERE.

ST. MARY'S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Religious Education Classes A friendly reminder that Religious Education classes will not meet Sunday, October 9 or Tuesday, October 11.

October Calendar: October 9|11: No Religious Ed Classes October 16|18: Religious Ed Classes Resume October 17: 8th Grade Confirmation Candidates, Parents & Sponsors Meeting at 7:00pm October 22: LCCA Catechists’ Resource Day at St. James, Highwood October 23|25: Religious Ed Classes October 30: Religious Ed Classes

Seeking Children’s Liturgy of the Word Volunteers Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) is looking for a few more Adult Leaders to bring back this important ministry. Throughout the school year, St. Mary’s offers CLOW at the 10:00am Mass for children age 4 through fifth grade. It has been a gift to the parish and to the families whose children participate in it. Dedicated catechists lead this age-appropriate time for children to understand the Sunday Scriptures and to reflect on how they are called to live the message in their day to day activities. Please consider being a part of this beautiful ministry of St. Mary’s.

Sacramental Preparation Guidelines Preparing for Sacraments offers an opportunity for children and our youth to grow in their knowledge of our faith, relationship with God and strengthens our Church. This is a special time for families to help prepare their children by praying together, sharing in faith discussions, and helping them understand the graces that will be freely given by God through these Sacramental celebrations.   The Archdiocese of Chicago has offered guidelines to parishes in order to help prepare children, and their families, in the following Sacraments: First Reconciliation/First Communion: Two-year prep period, beginning in the 1st grade. Sacraments are celebrated during children’s second-year, which is considered the immediate preparation period. Our parish offers 1st Year Classes (with 1st & 2nd Grade Students) and 2nd Year [Immediate Prep] (with 2nd and 3rd Grade Students). Confirmation: In our parish we offer a three-year prep period, beginning in 6th grade. Immediate Preparation takes place during your youth’s 8th grade year. If you have a child(ren) who have not received the Sacraments of Baptism (over the age of 7), First Reconciliation (3rd grade or above), First Communion (3rd grade or above) or have not had the opportunity to prepare for Confirmation beginning in grade 6, please contact the Religious Education Office and explore how we can provide support to your family in helping your children receive these important Sacraments. religiouseducation.churchofstmary.org Questions? Contact 847.234.0090 | religioused@churchofstmary.org

CHURCH SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE: Saturday, October 8 - Sunday, October 16, 2022 Saturday, October 8, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am + 8:00am: Confession - Church + 5:00pm: Livestream & PUBLIC Mass   Sunday, October 9, 2022: + 8:00am: PUBLIC MASS + 10:00am:  Livestream & PUBLIC MASS + 12:00pm: PUBLIC MASS Monday, October 10, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am + 6:00pm: COR Youth Ministry - PC Tuesday, October 11, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am + 11:00am: Guild Rosary - Church + 7:00pm: Handbell Choir - CCR Wednesday, October 12, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am + 11:30am: St. Anthony Circle Meeting - PCLR + 5:00pm - 7:00pm: Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction - Church + 6:45pm: RCIA - PCLR Thursday, October 13, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am + 1:00pm: St. Mary's Bridge Group - PCCR + 7:00pm: Bible Study - PCCR + 7:00pm: Adult Choir - Church Friday, October 14, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am Saturday, October 15, 2022: + 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am + 8:00am: Confession - Church + 5:00pm: Livestream & PUBLIC Mass   Sunday, October 16, 2022: Donuts, coffee, and juice will be served after the 8:00 & 10:00am Masses  in the Upper Grade Center Cafeteria   + 8:00am: PUBLIC MASS + 10:00am:  Livestream & PUBLIC MASS + 12:00pm: PUBLIC MASS + 6:00pm: COR Youth Ministry - PC

FROM AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE

PLENARY INDULGENCE IN TIME OF CRISIS

Plenary Indulgence The Apostolic Penitentiary, a branch of the Vatican offices which focuses on mercy and the forgiveness of sins, issued a decree granting a Plenary Indulgence during this extraordinary time. To see some of the ways we can still participate in the life of grace and the life of the Church during the Covid-19 pandemic please click here.

VOLUNTEER & ASSISTANCE

To find ways to volunteer within our community and to seek assistance from the parish please click here. Here is a List of Places You may watch Mass on TV, Radio or Online: Online: Church of St. Mary Livestream can be found on our Facebook Page. View past celebrated Masses or join us for a current Livestream Mass according to the schedule in this newsletter. Sunday Mass from Holy Name Cathedral (anytime) http://www.catholictv.org/masses/catholictv-mass (Daily at 9:30am) TV: EWTN DirecTV Channel 370 Dish Network Channel 261 Verizon Fios Channel 285 XFinity Channel 33, 291, 1668 Relevant Radio:   1:00 pm ET / 10:00 am PT.  These Masses will be broadcast live on your local station, on the Relevant Radio® app, at relevantradio.com, and on my Father Rocky Facebook page so you can tune in from wherever you are. The Mass will be rebroadcast each evening at 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT on your local station.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS

To read the Daily Scripture readings you may go to usccb.org and select "Daily Reading" at the top left menu. You may also go to "Today's Reading" at http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings

MARRIAGE BANNS

II Eric Bromschwig and Katie Darraugh II Michael Keane and Stephanie Mardjetko

PRAYER FOR THE SICK AND DECEASED

Please remember in your prayers those who are sick, especially:

Brooke Bloom Carmie Caluag Joan Dolan Jim Ferguson Mary Dale Houston Christian Jenko James Krueger Caroline Lyczko Carolina Martinez

Bob Matthei Nancy McCaughey Kit O'Brien Eileen O’Keefe Sheila Uy Rayner Dominick Roberti John Sternberg Andrew Twyman

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This new sick list began on September 1 and will continue through November.  If you would like to add a family member to the Prayers for the Sick, please call our Parish Office at: 847.234.0205.

Please remember in your prayers those who have gone to their eternal rest with Our Lord, especially: Mary Scopelliti (wife of Frank Scopelliti; mother of John and Maura; sister of Rev. Thomas McCarthy; sister-in-law of Robert and Dorothy Gabrielsen) Max Wesolowski (son of Arthur and Magdalena Wesolowski; brother of Alex and Martin)

MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions will be prayed for during a private or public daily Mass. Saturday, October 8, 2022: 7:30am:Austin Vanden Heuvel;St. Mary’s Rosary Group 48th Anniversary; ---------Special Intention for Peter & Nancy Skoglund  5:00pm: Ann O’Connell; Ryan Stoll; Mary “Buffy” Rock   Sunday, October 9, 2022: 8:00am: Donald Craigmile; Cimarrusti-Valentino Family; Loretta Nacius  10:00am: Dan Dressel; Richard Steck; Alison Haghighat Noon: Anne & Ted Clifford; Jacqueline Roberti; Deanna Dudley; People of St. Mary’s Monday, October 10, 2022: 7:30am: Rena Menoni; Linda Tekampe; Philip Sheridan, Sr.   Tuesday, October 11, 2022: 7:30am: Ehret-Carey Families; Arlene Jakalski; Marlys Anne Jacobs         Wednesday, October 12, 2022: 7:30am: Karoyla Crouch; Faye Camardo; Dale Jacobs          Thursday, October 13, 2022: 7:30am: Roy Gregory; Stanley Bonk; John Robert Klucinec   Friday, October 14, 2022: 7:30am: Loretta Nacius; Mary & Robert McKendry; Tom & Mary Ellen Walsh    Saturday, October 15, 2022: 7:30am:Katherine Farkas; Charles & Patricia Gies; Special Intention for Dave & Marian Cimarrusti 5:00pm: Germaine Clifford; Maria & Sam Scopelliti; Ann Marie McPherson    Sunday, October 16, 2022: 8:00am: Norene Mulvaney; Rob LeClercq, Jr.; Philip Sheridan, Sr. 10:00am: Germaine Shuster; Loretta Nacius; Philip Sheridan, Sr. Noon: Special Intention for Joseph & Nancy Zaccari; Jeffrey Chicoine; Francis X. Golniewicz; ---------People of St. Mary’s       If you would like to request a special Mass Intention, please email our Parish Receptionists at: receptionist@churchofstmary.org and they will kindly assist you!

STEWARDSHIP

“Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?” ---------LUKE 17:18 Most of us live “easy” lives. We have food, shelter and clothing. We go on vacation every year and own a car or two. Most of us take this all for granted. Did you ever notice that people with the least amount of possessions are usually the most grateful? Shouldn’t this be the other way around? Take time every day and thank God for all He has given you. Sunday Collection-------------------------------------------Actual----------------Budgeted------Surplus/(Shortfall) October 2, 2022-------------------- ------------------------- $19,836------------  -- $25,000    ----------- ((-($5,165) Total Sunday Collections Fiscal 2023 YTD---------- $313,589---------------$350,000-----------------($36,411)

THANK YOU FOR CONTINUING TO SUPPORT THE CHURCH OF ST. MARY

We are grateful for the outpouring of support from parishioners while we navigate financially. Thank you for continuing to support your parish as well as our sharing parish, Most Blessed Trinity. Thank you for mailing your contribution to the Parish Office or scheduling your online donation. Offertory basket will be made available during Sunday Public Masses as well for your offering. Ways To Give +  Drop in the Offertory Basket during Public Mass at the end of Mass + Mail Your Contribution: ----- Church of St. Mary ----- c/o Business Office -----201 E. Illinois -----Lake Forest, IL 60045  + Online Giving:

Schedule your recurring donations via our online Giving safe and secure portal, GiveCentral Go to:  Church of St. Mary GiveCentral or click the image to the left.   Thank you!

STAY CONNECTED

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