St. Gertrude Chicago

All are Welcome

1420 W. Granville,

Chicago, IL 60660

773.764.3621

stgertrude1420@stgertrudechicago.org

www.stgertrudechicago.org

Bulletin for Sunday, April 12, 2026

Sunday of Divine Mercy

News From St. Gertrude

With grateful hearts, we extend our sincere thanks to all our parishioners, volunteers, and staff who helped make our journey from Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday so truly beautiful and meaningful. From the joyful procession of palms to the quiet reverence of Holy Week and the triumphant celebration of the Resurrection, each liturgy was enriched by your presence, your prayer, and your generous sharing of time and talent. Whether you served in visible roles or worked quietly behind the scenes, your dedication helped create worship experiences that uplifted and inspired our entire community.

As we continue through this joyful Easter season, we carry forward the spirit of hope and renewal that you helped bring to life in such powerful ways. The celebration of Easter is not just a single day, but a season that invites us to live as people of the Resurrection—sharing Christ’s love, joy, and peace with one another. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do to strengthen our parish community and to deepen our shared sense of faith and connection.

As we continue through this joyful Easter season, we carry forward the spirit of hope and renewal that you helped bring to life in such powerful ways. The celebration of Easter is not just a single day, but a season that invites us to live as people of the Resurrection—sharing Christ’s love, joy, and peace with one another. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do to strengthen our parish community and to deepen our shared sense of faith and connection.

Images courtesy of Maria Ugarte

Images courtesy of Caroline Backis and Maria Ugarte

Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership (CSPL) Meeting Planned for Saturday, April 11

St. Gertrude is a member of CSPL, the faith-based organization that organized the recent People’s Mass and Eucharistic Procession to the Broadview Detention Center.

Come together with other parishioners on Saturday, April 11, from 1:30-3:00 pm in the Ministry Center to build community and discuss how to help advance our parish's commitments to social justice, human concerns and faith formation through our participation in CSPL. Learn more about CSPL. 

All are welcome! 

Book Club is Tuesday, April 14

Join us for a discussion of The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian by Sherman Alexie on Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 pm at the Ministry Center, 6214 W. Glenwood. New participants are always welcome!



For questions, contact Lea Cloninger (773.213.0509) or Sue Benjamin (773.551.8401).

Brewed at St. Gertrude Social Gathering Planned for Sunday, April 19

After the 10:30 am masses on Sunday, April 19 all are invited to our monthly “Brewed at St. Gertrude” hospitality event in the Social Hall, featuring pastries, coffee, tea, and hot cocoa.

All are welcome—new and long-time parishioners, families, and visitors!

Care for Real Collections

St. Gertrude will host a collection drive for Care for Real on April 25-26. Our Care for Real collection takes place on the fourth weekend of each month, and our asylum seekers’ collection is held on the first weekend of each month.

SNAP is one of the most effective ways to address food insecurity in the United States. However, as eligibility requirements change, many of our neighbors—especially seniors and others without exemptions—are at risk of losing their benefits. New requirements to work or volunteer 80 hours per month and report this to the state can be difficult to meet, increasing the risk of food insecurity.

As a result, Care for Real anticipates a growing need for their services. For more information, including current needs and ways to give, please visit https://linktr.ee/cfrchicago or follow their Facebook and Instagram pages.

We are grateful for your continued generosity in supporting Care for Real as they provide food and essential supplies to neighbors in need.

Teens Invited to Join St. Gertrude’s Youth Mission Experience: Deadline is May 23

Parish teens are invited to participate in St. Gertrude’s Youth Mission Experience, taking place June 22–26. Open to students entering seventh grade through high school, this weeklong experience offers teens the chance to serve alongside Chicagoland organizations while growing in faith, friendship, and community.

Participants will enjoy meaningful service, have fun together, and earn volunteer hours. The cost for the week is $125. Please note, the deadline to sign up is Saturday, May 23.

To reserve a spot or learn more, please contact Pastoral Associate Eloy Escamilla at eescamilla@stgertrudechicago.org.

Growing in Faith

“Walking together and leading our parish, toward the fullness of life in Christ."

Today’s readings reveal the dual realities of the early Church. On one hand, many of Jesus’ followers experienced trauma and disbelief, much like Saint Thomas the Apostle after witnessing Jesus’ horrific public execution. On the other hand, a community was forming—one marked by a shared sense of purpose and a deep commitment to Jesus’ teachings, lived out through the apostles.

As Christians around the world celebrated the Paschal Mystery last weekend, the Church also welcomed a record number of new Catholics at the Easter Vigil. While this excitement and energy make for compelling headlines, they also call local parishes and parishioners to reflect on what it truly means to grow into a new community. We are challenged to remember our ancestors in faith—their despair, hope, and zeal. These are not merely stories to be retold, but a blueprint for what parish life can and should look like today.

Our parish continues to change. We are not the same community we were 10, 50, or 100 years ago. There are new needs, new faces, and new hopes. With each new generation, we are, in a sense, “remembering.” This ongoing renewal calls for a spirit of zeal as we recommit ourselves “to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread, and to the prayers.” This task is not the sole responsibility of Fr. Sergio, the parish staff, or a select group of parishioners. Each of us is called to be a pilgrim people—walking together and leading our parish toward the fullness of life in Christ.

~ Steven Patzke

Easter Flower Offering Envelopes

Ricardo Binalber

In Memory of Maria José Fereira de Souza from Ana Ward

In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. A. Escara

In Memory of Warren Meintz from Jacalyn Meier

In Memory of Jeanette Cordero from Cristina Cordero

We are offering an opportunity to celebrate someone in your life, living or deceased, during the Easter season. Please consider making an Easter Flower offering in their name.

Envelopes are available in the back of the Church and may be placed in the collection basket or sent to Rectory. The names of those honored will be published in the bulletin during the Easter season.

Curious About the ’Cats? Come Visit NCA!



Thinking about a school for your family for next year? Join us for coffee and conversation and enjoy a relaxed morning where interested families can meet current parents, talk with school leadership, and learn what makes NCA such a special place.

Children are welcome! While parents connect and learn more about the school, students can enjoy a playdate and student-led tour with our NCA ambassadors.

Upcoming dates:

• Wednesday, April 15
• Thursday, May 7

Please RSVP on our website: https://www.northsidecatholic.org/admissions/meet-the-cats.cfm

Find a School That Fits Your Family at NCA

At Northside Catholic Academy, we nurture students from PreK–8th grade to become kind, generous, and thoughtful individuals. Rooted in faith, we remind every child that they are a beloved child of God—while encouraging curiosity, questions, and a love of learning.

Join us for our Open House and experience our community firsthand.

RSVP for our next Open House on Saturday, April 18: https://forms.gle/ppXPHXykfKLdxvvx8

Rest in Peace

• Lorene Devin, mother of parishioner Laurie Devine

New Parishioners

• Robert and Laura Dressel 

Ministers of the Word

• Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 pm - Patrick Reardon, Joe Tomasello
• Sunday, April 12 at 8:00 am - Mary Clare Barker, Jacalyn Meier
• Sunday, April 12 at 10:30 am - Sarah Millar, Patrick Robinson

Eucharistic Ministers

• Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 pm - Millie Slane
• Sunday, April 12 at 8:00 am - Hallie Burhoe
• Sunday, April 12 at 10:30 am - Troy McMillan, Ellen Pierce, Steven Monti

Altar Servers

• Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 pm - cross bearer: Danna Salinas; acolyte: Wyatt Dant
• Sunday, April 12 at 10:30 am - cross bearer: Angel Garcia; acolytes: Mathios Paulos

Upcoming Mass Intentions

• Monday, April 13: 7:30 am - Communion Service (Thomas Colon+)
• Tuesday, April 14: 7:30 am - Petra Romo+
• Wednesday, April 15: 7:30 am - Nancy Quinn Jaskowiak+
• Thursday, April 16: 7:30 am - Lorene Devin+
• Friday, April 17: 7:30 am - Bill Washburn+
• Saturday, April 18: 5:00 pm - Joe McMahon
• Sunday, April 19: 8:00 am - Parishioners of St. Gertrude; 10:30 am - Mark Morbee+; 10:30 am - Will Pruit+

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.