SS.

Cyril & Methodius Parish

608 Sobieski Street, Lemont, Illinois 60439

Parish Staff
Pastor
Rev. Lawrence Lisowski

Pastoral Ministry
Rev. Marcin Szczypula Associate Pastor Deacon Michael Ciciura Deacon Norbert Lesnieski

Education
Mrs. Shirley Tkachuk Parish School Principal Mrs. Trish Nickleski Sacramental Prep
Religious Education Coordinator

March 4, 2012 Second Sunday of Lent

Kim Zajec Religious Education Secretary

Liturgy Coordinator
Marietta Vargo

Return. Repent. Believe.

During Lent, seek out quiet time so that you may listen to the Lord. "Return to Him with your whole heart."
Our Parish Mission Statement
We are a family of faith, entrusted with the gospel message of Jesus Christ. Rooted in a rich tradition of worship, service and prayer, we foster the unity and faith of this community. Enlivened by the Spirit, we share our gifts, talents and resources to bring about the Kingdom of God.

Music Ministry
Miroslawa Sojka-Topor Music Director

Youth Ministry
Michael Lundberg

Administration
Denise Duda Business Manager Lynn Bailey Assistant Business Manager Maggie Starzec Unity Coordinator Monika Bochenek Beth Rachwalski Peggy Sniegowski Ann Zajec Parish Secretaries Cheryle Long Debbie Grand Evening Receptionists Dennis Sepessy Facility Manager Kay Manning Bulletin Editor

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Fr. Larry A Little Tuna, And a Lot of Faith

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lives. They wanted to live a life that would make a difference. Everyone said that at some point in their life, they felt called by God to serve. Many heard this invitation when they spent time in quiet prayer and reflection. Others heard the call through other people who encouraged them to think about entering the seminary and pursue becoming an ordained minister. Someone at the table honestly admitted that they needed Jesus help when they struggled with moments of doubt and uncertainty. He admitted asking himself the brutal question, Do I really believe the stuff I am actually preaching to my people on Sunday? At one point he wasnt sure. But through the grace of God, he found his faith again. Lent is a time for us to listen carefully to those calling out to us, even God. There is a good chance that we will hear Gods voice when we take time to pray and allow God to speak to our hearts. In todays gospel, this happens high on top of the mountain when Jesus is transformed in front of his apostles. Peter, James and John actually hear Gods voice from the cloud that says, This is my beloved Son. Listen to Him. When they got down from the mountain, they needed to stick close to Jesus so that they could watch and learn from him. I hope this Lent you will be able to find some quality time and a sacred place to have a conversation with God. Our church opens at 6:00 AM before daily Mass at 7:00 AM. Many people will stop in to say a prayer as they begin their day or before going in to work. This Lent, think about how God might be calling you to a particular ministry in our parish. How can you share your gifts, talents and skills to foster the spiritual life and care of our brothers and sisters? Perhaps bring to prayer this Lent the two pages from todays bulletin that list the major areas in our parish where we need the most help. Your simple Yes to help might lead you to great blessings in your life. Please give it some serious thought. Is God calling you to something more in your life right here at St. Cyrils? Fr. Mike is Here this Week Remember that this Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings our Tri-Parish Lenten Mission will take place at St. Patrick Parish, just down the hill. We welcome Fr. Mike Foley who is our guest Lenten speaker. Fr. Mike is currently the Associate Pastor at St. Michaels Parish in Orland Park. The complete details for the Lenten Mission are listed in todays bulletin.

On Tuesday afternoon I sat at a table surrounded by several other ministers who currently serve at our neighboring Christian churches here in town. Our church steeples together outline the religious skyline of our Village of Faith. After pausing to share in a moment of ecumenical grace, we woofed down a creamy batch of tuna casserole that was prepared by one of the kind ladies from St. Matthews Lutheran Church. There are about a dozen Lemont clergy that meet once a month to share the good news of whats going on in the life of our faith community. Fr. Brian Ardagh from St. Alphonsus, and Fr. Kurt Boras from St. Patrick, are my Catholic wing men at these meetings. There is a strong mutual support for one another. Our fellowship is evident by our ability to respectfully tease each other with a Christian Spirit. Best of all, even though these folks are not my registered parishioners, when I am in their presence, I feel a deep-seated concern from them as to how I am doing in serving Gods people through the Catholic faith. Tuesdays lunch was a great lunch. Why? Well, we took the time for everyone at the table to share a little bit of their background and personal journey of faith. The questions posed to those present were, How did you end up working for the church? How did you encounter Jesus along the way? As I listened to the various testimonies, I was impressed by the openness and real sincerity of people. Even though there were about a half a dozen different faiths represented, we were in many ways united by the similar ways our lives unfolded. Many ministers said that they were drawn to church work because of someone who had made a strong spiritual impression upon their lives. Role models came by the way of priests in parishes, teachers in the seminary, pastors of small congregations and those dedicated to helping the poor and needy. Practically everyone said that their previous jobs were truly unfulfilling. One person said that shortly after they got out of college they soon realized that they were not satisfied with just pushing numbers for a living. They were looking for a line of work that would be more rewarding. They knew they needed to do more with their

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Try to set aside the time to at least hear Fr. Mike speak on one of the three nights this week. Consider it a spiritual gift to yourself this Lent. (Besides, there probably is nothing good on TV anyway now that the Oscars are over.) A night at our Tri-Parish Lenten Mission will do a lot more for us than trying to give up chocolate. It May Take 17 Times, Maybe More? Those who study human behavior say that it takes about 17 attempts for a person to change a simple habit. On Ash Wednesday I made two Lenten resolutions. One I have kept, the other I have broken several times already. The second resolution disappeared faster than the black ashes on my forehead. I think this is why Lent stretches out over 40 days. We need the time to change. True conversion doesn't happen overnight. The good news is that Jesus is always there to help us when we give it another shot. The bible is filled with stories of people who got a second chance. May we use this time well. Dear Parishioners, Your Pastor, Fr. Larry Lisowski, is participating in the Periodic Review of Priestly Ministry as required by the Archdiocese of Chicago Policy. Each priest is reviewed approximately every five years. Fr. Larry Lisowski, the parish staff and parish leaders have generated lists of parishioners who will be asked to participate in the process by completing a Survey Form. If you do not receive a Form and would like to participate, please contact Kathleen Leggas, Director of the Office of Ministerial Evaluation, to request a Survey be sent to you. You may call 312-534-5265 or make a request by e-mail to ome@archchicago.org. Electronic forms are not currently available however. Information that you provide, including written comments, will be treated confidentially. At the completion of the Review Process, an overview of the results will be published in the Parish Bulletin. This is an important opportunity for you to express gratitude for all that he has accomplished and to offer helpful suggestions regarding directions for future ministry for him and your parish. Thank you for your willingness to provide constructive comments regarding what you value and what you identify as areas for growth. Kathleen Leggas, Director Office of Ministerial Evaluation

Welcome to SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish

The Parish Staff of St. Cyrils welcomes all to our historic parish that has carried on the mission of Jesus since 1884.

Parish Information
Rectory:
608 Sobieski Street, Lemont, IL Denise Duda, Business Manager (630) 257-2776; (630) 257-9372 Fax rectory@stcyril.org website: www.stcyril.org 607 Sobieski Street, Lemont, IL Shirley Tkachuk, Principal (630) 257-6488; shirleyt@stcyril.org Trish Nickleski D.R.E. (630) 257-9314; religed@stcyril.org

School:

Religious Education:

Mass Schedule:
Saturday: Sunday: 7:00 AM & 5:30 PM 7:00, 8:30 (Polish), 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM (Polish) 5:00 PM (St. Patricks - English)

Special Masses:
Weekdays: Tuesday PM: First Friday: 7:00 AM 8:00 PM Polish 7:00, 9:00 AM (Fall) & 7:00 PM (Polish)

Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday: 4:30 - 5:00 PM First Fridays: 5:00 - 6:30 PM Also available by appointment.

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick:

Following the Monday morning 7:00 AM Mass.

Rectory Hours: Each weekday the Rectory will be

closed between the hours of 12 PM-1 PM Monday through Wednesday Thursday, Friday Saturday Sunday 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Closed

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Religious Education News By: Trish Nickleski, D.R.E. Dear Parents,

March 4, 2012

REMINDER: There is practice for Confirmation on Saturday, March 10th for all students, their parents and their sponsors. Practice is at 1:30 PM for those assigned to the 10:00 AM Mass and 3:00 PM for those assigned to the 2:00 PM Mass. Communion Prep Mass On Sunday, February 26th our second graders from the parish school and religious education program came together for a Prep Mass. At this Mass Fr. Larry and Mrs. Mira explained the first part of the Mass which is called Liturgy of the Eucharist to the children and their families. At different points during this part of the Mass they stopped and explained why we do what we do at Mass. The children also received wooden crosses that they will wear to church each week until they receive First Communion. The children will come forward in the communion line and receive a blessing. Please pray for these children as they prepare to receive Jesus for the first time! Next Prep Mass for the second graders and their families is on Sunday, March 11th at 3:30 PM in the church!

This coming Thursday, March 8th is our schools first Academic Fair. On display will be examples of the various Inquiry Based Units our teachers and students have been working on this year. You will have the opportunity to see research papers, decorated displays and power point presentations prepared by all of the students in our school. I know you will be very impressed by the hard work. We welcome everyone to stop by from 6:30-8:00 PM. Please join us this coming Friday, March 9th at 2:00 PM in church as our students in grades 1-8 pray the Stations of the Cross. On Friday, February 24th our Board of Specified Jurisdiction hosted the first of our two Lenten Fish Fry's. It was a great opportunity for the entire parish to join together, enjoy each others company, and have a great meal I congratulate all of the people who worked hard to serve all of the meals as quickly as possible! Our next fish fry will take place on March 16th. Please mark your calendar and plan on joining us that night. We have started our third trimester. Report Cards will be coming home this week Thursday, March 8th. Dont forget we will have a second optional parent/teacher conference on Thursday, March 15th from 3:00-5:00 PM and Friday, March 16th from Noon-3:00 PM. If you, or someone you know, would like information regarding our school for the 2012-2013 school year, please call our office at 630-257-6488, ext. 16. Tours can also be arranged. Dont forget, we will also be adding both a 3- and 4-year old preschool program to our school! Sincerely, Mrs. S. Tkachuk Principal

Fish Fry, Friday, February 24, 2012

A Catholic Education at SS. Cyril & Methodius

It is a choice based on a commitment to students with leadership, integrity and respect. Spiritual growth consists of daily classroom instruction, sacramental preparation and participation in weekly mass and special liturgies, prayer services, and classroom service projects. We offer an advanced academic curriculum, complimented by:
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Outstanding learning resources Excellent faculty and professional staff committed to ongoing development Physical Education program that enhances physical development Broad range of extra-curricular programs to foster self-esteem and maturity

For more information and a personal tour, please call (630) 257-6488, ext. 19

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Those choosing to be acknowledged will be listed in our bulletin.

March 4, 2012

Thank You to the 642 families who have supported our campaign with their pledge.
Thank you for your support this year to our Capital Campaign. We have completed the first phase of our project with the renovation and construction of much needed additional washrooms in the back of Church and Sacristy area. As well, two new Reconciliation rooms were constructed to provide a more reverent and sacred space to celebrate the Sacrament. Planning is now taking place to embark on the much larger second phase to begin in June of 2012 with the painting of the interior of our church. The good news is we are over halfway to our overall goal. The success of our campaign will enable our parish to continue our ministry and enhance our worship and prayer. Working together, we can met the needs of our parish community both today and for many years to come. Let us in faith, share our gift and care for our home.

Loving God, We thank You for the generous blessings You have bestowed upon Our Faith. May Your Spirit give us the vision to look into our hearts for inspiration, and in your honor, respond with our sacrifice, Our Gift. Help us as we care for this sacred and holy place, Our Home, where we come to offer you glory, praise and honor. Amen. Our Faith, Our Gift, Our Home Capital Campaign
Goal Pledged $1,000,000 $661,790

Our Faith, Our Gift, Our Home Capital Campaign SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish Pledge Confirmation
I/We wish to pledge a gift of: Total Amount of Gift or Pledge Amount Enclosed Balance to be Paid
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Frequency of Payments:

Single payment 24 monthly payments

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Parishioner Envelope #: _________________

Address _______________________________________________ City ______________________________________ State _________ Zip _______________

EFT Authorization: Name of Bank _______________________________ (9) Digit Routing Number: Name(s) on Account: ________________________________ Account Number: ____________________________________ ____________________________________ Type: Checking Savings

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Lent 2012. Return. Repent. Believe.

Tri-Parish Lenten Mission
March 5th 7th, 2012 7:30 P.M. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday St. Patrick Church Carry us, Lord, on our Journey to Redemption
Our Tri-Parish Lenten Mission, led by Fr. Michael Foley from St. Michael Parish in Orland Park is an opportunity for you to deepen your faith. It is aimed at a renewal and a deeper commitment to Jesus and His mission in your life and is a blessing for all who attend. Here is each evenings theme: Monday, March 5th: Explore what we each carry on our journey through life and who carries us. Tuesday, March 6th: Discover the burdens and sins we carry and how to unburden yourself (Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available). Wednesday, March 7th: Explore the Lenten journey and how God unites us with Himself and each other during our spiritual journeys. In a world that seems to move too quickly, if you slow down enough to hear Gods message and participate in a Mission, we believe youll feel an immediate deepening of your relationship with God and your experience of the Risen Christ in your life.

Catholicism for Lent

This year instead of having our annual, Soup and Scripture for Lent, we will be viewing parts of the new series, "Catholicism" by Fr. Robert Barron, which has been aired on Channel 11 and EWTN. We will join members of the Holy Name Society who have chosen the Catholicism series as a spiritual activity for Lent. Wednesday, March 7th, 7:30 PM Thursdays, March 15th, 22nd and 29th, 7 PM Meeting in Fr. Sivore Hall

Helping Hands for Lent

Helping Hands collects food to distribute to members of the Lemont community who need a helping hand during Lent. Grocery bags are available in the back of church to remind you to consider picking up items on your next grocery visit. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated. Want to help our families in need by bringing food and other items to our food pantry but just keep forgetting? Receive automatic notifications on your iPhone or Android by visiting a new website focused on helping us remember at: www.lemontfoodpantries.com.

Bible Study
Six Social Justice Topics: Social Justice Topics will help us become more Spiritually Aware. The topics are Freedom, Discipline, Action, Church as Community, Suffering and Death. We will look at these from various aspects and see how we, as alive Christians, can use these topics to inform our daily lives. Wednesday evenings: Feb 29 thru April 4, 2012 7-8:30PM at St. Alphonsus in the Church Hall.

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Lent 2012. Return. Repent. Believe.

Summer Ministry-Habitat for Humanity
Lexington, Kentucky

Lenten Regulations
As Jesus fasted 40 days in the desert, the Church traditionally fasts during Lent. Fasting: Catholics aged 18-59 fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, limiting themselves to one full meal and two smaller meals each day, with no snacking between meals. Habitat for Humanity is a wonderful opportunity for families to minister with other families in helping build homes for the poor. This is an initial invitation announcing the opening for parishioners from SS. Cyril & Methodius to participate in the Habitat for Humanity program in Lexington, Kentucky. Dates TBD: June or July of 2012 Eligibility: A willing heart and spirit Building skills or no building skills Care and love for the poor Dates that are open for you Easily adaptable to change Happy to pitch in anywhere Those under 18 years old need to be accompanied by a parent. Abstinence: Catholics aged 14 and older abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all the Fridays of Lent.

Reconciliation:
Saturdays 4:30-5:00 PM Saturday, March 31st, 3:00-5:00 PM Tri-Parish Reconciliation, individual confessions in English and Polish, Monday, April 2nd, 4:00-5:30 PM and 6:30-8:00 PM

Stations of the Cross:

Wednesdays in English at 7:30 PM (except March 14th) Fridays in Polish at 7:00 PM

Polish Lenten Mission:

March 11th, Mass at 8:30 AM & 1:30 PM March 12th, Mass at 11:30 AM & 7:30 PM March 13th, Confession at 10:45 AM Mass at 11:30 AM & 8 PM March 14th: Confession at 10:45 AM, Mass at 11:30 AM, Confession at 6 PM, Mass at 7:30 PM

Next Step: Return this form to the rectory or phone (630) 257-2776. Habitat for Humanity - 2012 Im interested: Name__________________________________ Phone_________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

Polish Passion Play: March 23rd, 7 PM Living Stations of the Cross:

St. Cyril School 4th Graders, March 19th, 6:30 PM Tri-Parish Youth Ministry, Good Friday, April 6th at 7:00 PM at St. Alphonsus Church

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The PADS season is in full swing!

March 4, 2012

PADS is an acronym for Public Action to Deliver Shelter. It is a series of facilities, mostly churches, which serve as a safe haven one night per week for homeless men, women and children. St. Lukes Orthodox Church is the Monday night shelter we support. The churches in Lemont cover all the needs on the first Monday of each month, October through April. But St. Lukes is finding it more and more difficult to find people to cover the other Mondays during the month. The shift times are: 7-11PM, 11PM-3AM, 3-7AM and 5-8AM. The work is simple and it is wonderful to develop relationships with the guests. If you could give only one shift from now until the end of April, it would be a big help to St. Lukes. Please seriously consider this. If you are interested, call me at 630.257.2414 or email at ddabneyj@st-als.org and I will put you in touch with the proper people. Thanks so much.

SS. Cyril & Methodius School Academic Fair Thursday, March 8th, 6:30-8:00 PM The teachers and students in Grades K-8 would like to invite you to come see all the wonderful work being done in our classrooms. You will see technology, art, research and collaborative group work come to life on display in the school gym. Here are some of the interesting subjects we have been learning about this school year: Kindergarten-Farms 1st grade-Lemont, our community 2nd grade-Learning about the U.S.A. 3rd grade-Native American Studies 4th grade-Studying our home state Illinois 5th grade-Biomes 6th grade-Egypt *7th grade-Salem Witch Trials *8th grade-Biodiversity; Young Entrepreneurs *Denotes student research papers will be on display. Please come see teachers and students explain the cross-curricular units we have been working on. Hope to see you there! Seniors And Law Enforcement Together Lemont S.A.L.T. Senior Games Is looking for Participants, Volunteers and Cheerleaders If you were born prior to 3/18/57 and like to Walk, Run, Swim, Play Basketball including shooting Free Throws, Toss Bean Bags, Dance, Ride a Stationary Bike or Play Contract Bridge this event is for you. Sunday, March 18, 2012 at the Lemont Park District CORE Complex, 16050 127th St., 8 AM2 PM Seniors may register to participate in one or a variety of events. For a full list of events or to register visit www.LemontParkDistrict.org or stop by the Lemont Park District. Registration fee is $3.

Next weeks 2nd Collection

Lent 2012 Discover how a little time can touch the lives of many
Volunteer for a SS. Cyril & Methodius Ministry

As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another 1 Peter 4:8-11

Below are descriptions of ministries in areas of our parish life which have the biggest need for your gifts and talents:
Art & Environment
Decorates the church and gym for Christmas and Easter and takes care of flowers and other liturgical symbols in church throughout the year. There are many opportunities to volunteer in this Ministry depending on ones availability. Choirs, Cantors and Instrumentalists, we have a place for everyone to share their musical gifts with God and our community. Most choirs rehearse weekly for an hour. Cantors are song leaders who lead the congregation in singing music for each Mass and rehearse twice a month. Cantors can sing at Masses as little or as often as they like. Other rehearsals are scheduled as needed. Our religious education program focuses on the need for students to embrace Jesus in their lives, speak about the faith they share and relate to one another so that the Word of God is always present with them. We need catechists, catechist aides and crossing guards for the upcoming school year. Classes are held on a weekly basis for an hour and a half from September until mid-April. The benefits of sharing your faith with the children of our parish are enormous. Your response now will help us prepare for the next session. The Board of Specified Jurisdiction (BSJ) is designed to cooperate and collaborate with the Pastor and principal to support the work of administering and leading the school. It is composed of a variety of committees which meet on a regular basis. The focus of each committee is to help identify and address school needs and goals. Programs and activities for the youth of the three Lemont Parishes (SS. Cyril & Methodius, St. Alphonsus and St. Patrick) are created to involve 13- to 17-year olds in parish life and continued spiritual growth. Outings, day trips, sports, scripture study and contemporary Masses are just a few of the activities sponsored throughout the year. Parents and chaperones are needed for these various events and projects. RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a program for adults interested in becoming Catholic. The role of a sponsor is to act as a guide or friend during class and around the parish. The sponsor attends the Monday evening sessions with the candidate, as they feel comfortable. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the Church and welcome new members. Your response now will help us prepare for the next session. Involves planning the funeral liturgy with the family and/or serving as a sacristan for the Funeral Mass. Distribute Holy Communion (bread and wine) at Mass. Prior to becoming a Communion Minister, training is required by the Archdiocese of Chicago. Upon completion of training, the person is then commissioned at Mass and given a certificate from the Archdiocese. Communion ministers usually serve about once a month. Proclaim the Word of God at Mass and for Prayer Services and also offer the Prayers of the Faithful when a deacon is not present. Upon completion of a mandatory training program, the person is commissioned as a lector and is usually scheduled once a month. Assist parishioners upon arrival at church and help with seating during crowded liturgies. Ushers guide the faithful in an orderly manner to receive Holy Communion and they also take up the collection. Sunday sacristans help before and after Mass to prepare the liturgical items and vessels used at our Sunday liturgies. As a wedding sacristan, youll explain the wedding liturgy and practice the marriage ceremony with the bridal party, prepare our sacred space for the celebration of Mass and assist families on the day of the wedding. The rectory occasionally needs help with various office functions; Saturday receptionists, bulk mailings, bulletin and envelope stuffing.

Music

Religious Education

Board of Specified Jurisdiction (BSJ)

Youth Ministry

RCIA Sponsor or Team Leader

Funeral Ministry Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Lectors

Ushers Sunday Sacristans Wedding Sacristans Rectory support

Use your gifts and talents to make a difference at St. Cyrils.

Name: __________________________________ Email address: ____________________________ I can help in the areas checked below:
= Worship

Phone number: ___________________ Cell phone: _____________________

= Education/Faith Formation

Usher at Mass Greeter at Mass Lector at Mass Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Altar Server (child, 7th & 8th graders only/adult) Sunday Sacristan Wedding Sacristan Funeral Ministry

= Music
Adult Choir Childrens Choir Instruments Tri-Parish Choir (5 PM Sunday at St. Patricks) Resurrection Choir (Funeral Masses)

Catechist Catechist Aide Board of Specified Jurisdiction (BSJ) Bible Study Facilitator Bible Study Participant Host or facilitate small group ministries Pre-Cana Preparation Couple RCIA Parish Sponsor or Team Leader Baptismal Preparation Couple Peace and Justice Committee

= Service
Art & Environment: Decorate church for special Liturgical seasons Minister of Care _____ Bring Holy Communion to the sick or homebound _____ Send cards, notes

= Youth Ministry
Summer Mission Trip Chaperones Help with Youth Ministry Projects Solicit supplies for Youth meetings, i.e., bottled water, paper plates, soda

Set-up/clean-up for special events _____ Clean church as needed _____ Set up/take down for services & events _____ Help with parking cars for events

Help write articles for News from the Pews Habitat for Humanity Rectory office support

Please check your areas of interest and return this form to the Rectory or in the Sunday collection and you will be contacted. Podziel si swoim czasem i talentami, anga uj c si w ycie Twojej parafii. Zaznacz powy ej swj wkad i zwr forme z niedzieln skadk lub do biura parafialnego.

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Love and Life with Chastity Speaker Coleen Mast March 11, 2012 St. Patrick Parish Center 6:008:00 PM
All Teens Welcome.
Coleen will share with us how to live, share and defend the choice to be pure. Note to Parents: This is a great way to get the abstinence and chastity message to your child without embarassing them. Coleen is a great speaker and will be presenting a healthy, moral message in a practical easy-to-understand format. Her presentations have been described as dynamic, fun, uplifting and affirming. This event is sponsored by the Tri Parish Lemont Youth Ministry program. For more information contact Mike Lundberg lemontyouthm@sbcglobal.net.

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Respect Life I Came that All might have Life, and Have it to the Full!
Deana Gozder Katherine Boyle Marie Kasl Margaret Frass Margie Dorothy Wesolowski Kathy Moran Margaret Finnegan Anna Van Orden Anna Zoltek Lebrenda Case Clara Povalish Frank Polli Florence Kazich Sandi Merlo Joseph Perry Delores Bromberek Eleanor Povalish Genevieve Barbagallo Elaine Hooker Delores Beltrami -Lucchini Marion Galante Nick Hernandez Patrick Grieco Stella Troc Rose Miller Jozef Kopinski Regina Madeja Victor Splitt Jim Bailey Marianne Danko Art Danko

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Pat Salerno Mrs. Hindo Lydia Assensi John LaSota Alexandria Stojanov Gerry Pytlewski Mari Cleary Maria Bobowski Micaela Martinez Mark Walus Susan Baley Joel Falco Kimberly Yanowsky Jim Christmann Don Barcza Edmund Povalish Patrick Nickols Joanne Novak Louie Novak Linda Palmer John E. Rutkowski Dorothy Tasharski Dan Mulligan Karen Luebs Linda Palmer Rose Kureja Judy Jaskoviak Nancy Nowosielski Dennis Lucheon

Members of the Lemont Parishes Respect Life Committee and Youth Ministry participated with the Chicago Archdiocese in The Pilgrimage for Life in Washington DC from January 20-24th. Along with an estimated 400,000 Americans, mostly youth, the group peacefully processed from the Washington Monument to the Supreme Court Building praying for an end to abortion. Below are some comments from the Youth Ministry participants: "The March For Life was such an amazing experience. There were so many people and a lot of teens too! The March For Life made me realize how important fighting for a child's life was. I am so happy and proud to say I got to attend. It was one of the most amazing and eye-opening things I have ever done." Bridget Land "This trip was so amazing! It was truly one of the best experiences of my life! I can't wait for next year's trip!" Clare O'Donnell "I thought it was so cool seeing over 400,000 people all supporting the same cause...Life!" Terisa Hanna "It was inspiring to be a part of such a large and powerful movement all standing up to protect life." Angelica Carmen "I had a fantastic time at the March for Life. Not only was it amazing to see so many young people supporting life, I also felt the love of Christ throughout the trip, and now want to share it with others! We said many prayers during the trip and there was hardly any standing room at the Mass we attended at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. I hope that even more youth from Lemont will attend next Year." Caroline Anzalone

Lucille Handorf Stanley Chrzanowsky Angie Knopinski Nathan S. McKenna Lottie Bylina James McNamara James Hanley Lillian Kuzak Kim Bromberek Lynn Porter Janet LaSota Eleanor Twardowski Betty Bolino Milda Praninskas Lucy Lejeaunesse Anne Orlowski Stephanie Langheld Sam Caruso Cheryl Povalish Dale Chappell Dolores Langheld Virginia Kozlowski Allen Govic Nancy Hoinacki Richard Cieski

You can receive Communion in your home by contacting the rectory; they will forward your information to a Minister of Care who will be happy to bring the Sacrament to you. Also, to add a name or have someone visit you in the hospital or in your home, please call (630) 257-2776.

Girl Scout Recognition Sunday Tri-Parish Girl Scout Recognition Sunday will be celebrated at St. Patrick Church, Sunday, March 11, 2012 at the 12:00 PM Parish Mass. All Tri-Parish Girl Scouts are invited to celebrate in this Liturgy. Catholic Medal recipients will be recognized for their religious achievements. For additional information, please contact Betty Slad, (630) 258-4364.

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Wtorek, 6 Marzec

March 4, 2012

Z ycia naszej wsplnoty

Rekolekcje Wielkopostne rozpoczn si w Niedziele, 11 Marca do rody, 14 Marca. Rekolekcje poprowadzi Ks. Dr. Hab. Tadeusz Guz, Profesor KUL. Oto rozkad naszych rekolekcji: Niedziela: Msza w. 8:30 rano i 1:30 wieczorem Poniedziaek: Msza w. 11:30 rano i 7:30 wieczorem Wtorek: 10:45 rano spowied i 11:30 msza w., 7:00 wieczorem Nabo enstwo i spowied , 8:00 msza w. roda: 10:45 rano spowied i 11:30 msza w., 7:15 wieczorem spowied i 7:30 msza w.
Magda Starzec mstarzec@stcyril.org

Wieczr modlitw do Matki Bo ej Cz stochowskiej..7:00pm

Niedziela, 11 Marzec
Msza w..8:30am.1:30 pm
OSOBY MWI CE PO POLSKU ODWIEDZ CHORYCH W ICH DOMACH LUB W SZPITALU I PRZYNIOS KOMUNI W. WI CEJ INFORMACJI U TERESY KADELAK 630-257-3611.

4-Benedykt Jzef Labre, ebrak.Rodzice, ubodzy wie niacy, z trudem mogli zapewni utrzymanie pi tna ciorgu dzieciom.Modym Benedyktem zaj si stryj,ks.Labre, ktry umo liwi mu uko czenie szkoy.Benedykt kilkakrotnie prbowa wst pi do zakonu, ale nigdzie nie chciano go przyj .Wre cie w 21 roku ycia otrzyma habit u cystersw.Nie poby jednak dugo w tym zgromadzeniu, poniewa uwa ano, e jest za mao wi ty i zanadto roztargniony.Benedykt uda si do Woch, ci gle poszukuj c odpowiedniego dla siebie zakonu. Pewnego razu podczas modlitwy usysza gos;''Twoim powoaniem jest cay wiat. Masz by Bo ym pielgrzymem.'' Od tego momentu rozpocz swoj w drwk . Z kijem ebraczym, na piersiach nosi krzy ,a w r ku r aniec. Za nocleg i po ywienie odwdzi cza si opowiadaniem o yciu Chrystusa, nauczaniem prawd wiary i wzywaniem do pokuty. Pielgrzymowanie traktowa jako pokut za wasne i cudze grzechy.Ostatnie lata ycia sp dzi w Rzymie, mieszkaj c w ruinach Koloseum. Znaleziono go zupenie wyczerpanego z si na schodach jednego z ko ciow.Mia zaletwie 35 lat.Przy grobie wi tego ebraka dziay si liczne cuda 7-Jan Chrzciciel de la Salle, kapan.Ur.si w zamo nej rodzinie. Pragn c po wi ci si Bogu, rozpocz studia teologiczne.Zako czy studia uzyskaniem doktoratu.Dwa lata wcze niej przyj wi cenia kapa skie. Kieruj c si osobistymi zainteresowaniami, rozpocz prac w szkolnictwie, wkrtce z jego inicjatywy zacz y powstawa szkoy niedzielne, zakady wychowawcze, a nawet seminaria nauczycielskie.Fundusze na ten cel czerpa z osobistego maj tku lub z ofiar zamo nych dobrodziejw.Powstao z czasem Stowarzyszenie Braci Szk Chrze cija skich, zwane brami szkolnymi. Szkoy prowadzone przez braci zyskay opini najlepszych w caej Francji, a nauka w nich bya bezpatna, moga wi c korzysta z niej uboga modzie . Nowo ci w programie nauczania byo wprowadzenie j zyka ojczystego[dotychczas obowi zywaa acina]Dla swoich inicjatyw Jan de la Salle zyska poparcie ludzi wiatych. w. Jan de la Salle jest patronem nauczycieli katolickich. ''Nie mo esz by gwiazd na niebie, b d lamp w domu''

The Transfiguration Pietro Perugino, 1498 Fresco Collegio del Cambio, Perugia

''Ktnie nie trwayby dugo, gdyby wina le aa tylko po jednej stronie.''

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Mass Intentions
Monday March 5th 7:00 AM = JOZEF BURDAK by His Wife, Helena = JERRY KAZICH by His Wife & Children

SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish UNITED IN FAITH

Please pray for
We ask you to please keep in your prayers the following parishioners who are on active duty in the military:

March 4, 2012

Tuesday March 6th 7:00 AM = BRENDAN OROZCO by David, Beverly & Brianna ORozco = LEWIS MOONEY by SS. Cyril & Methodius School Faculty 9:00 AM SCHOOL MASS 8:00 PM (Polish) = MARIA WONTORCZYK by Wnuczka = ANDREW BENDYK by His Family Wednesday March 7th 7:00 AM = LORRAINE PALANCA by Fr. Larry & Brian Lisowski GODS BLESSINGS FOR CATHERINE R. CHAPPEL by Cheryl Povalish Thursday March 8th 7:00 AM = JOHN & ANDY ISAJCZUK by The Maturlak Family = DOLORES SMALARZ by Friends of Her Daughter Friday March 9th 7:00 AM = LORRAINE PALANCA by Fr. Larry & Brian Lisowski = JAN & STEFANIA BRYJA by Family Saturday March 10th 7:00 AM FATHERS DAY NOVENA OF MASSES = WILLIAM STEIN by Jackie Weirich & Family 5:30 PM = ANIELA MARUSARZ by Her Family = ANDRZEJ BIZUB by Family Sunday March 11th 7:00 AM HOLY NAME SOCIETY = ROMANO ORLANDI (Deceased?) by Larry Rudis 8:30 AM (Polish) = STANISAW i MARIA PARA by Walter i Wiktoria Para = ANNA LAS by Tadeusz & Helena Las 10:30 AM = PEARL A. POVALISH by Isabelle Povalish & Family = ALPHONSUS FRANK BOYLE by The Boyle Family 12:00 PM = REPOSE OF THE SOULS OF PETER & JOSEPHINE = JOZEF DZIELSKI by Ludwika & Family 1:30 PM (Polish) = JOZEF GAL (Anniv.) by The Chraca Family = ANNA & STANISLAW SWIDERSKI by Aleksandra Bielanski

Bogumila Bielanska, Sgt.; LCPL Matthew Gill; Josh McManus, USMC; Stephan Staniulis, USMC, Gunnery Sergeant; LCPL Robert Stasiak; Don Tabron, CWO 5, US Army; George T. Burke, Staff Sergeant, USMC, Iraq; LCPL Cassie Leja, USMC, Iraq; Matthew Waugh, USMC, LCPL, Afghanistan; Capt. Catherine R. Chappell, Afghanistan, (C130 Pilot), U.S. Air Force; Frank Romanowski, Army Combat Medic; Mark Zajac, U. S. Navy; Keith Zajac, U.S. Navy; LCPL David Ehle, USMC; Kristen LaSota, 2nd Lt, U.S. Air Force, Nurse, Afghanistan.

2011 Contribution Statements

Contribution statements for 2011 will be mailed upon request only. Please fill out the following form and return to the Rectory, or in the collection basket at Church, with your name and address; your statement will be mailed to you after December 31st. Name: _____________________________

Address: _____________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ Phone: ______________________________

The Lenten season is forty days of providing an inward journey of new life enriching us with new opportunities. We are looking for adult volunteers to welcome our friends with disabilities into our SPRED program. Training is provided. Parents and interested men and women are invited to a SPRED Informational Gathering on Wednesday, March 7th, 7 PM in our schools teachers lounge. We would like to know all the families of our parish whose son/daughter has a developmental or intellectual challenge or learning problem no matter their age or ability.

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Upcoming Events:
Sunday, March 4th: Bake Sale after all Masses, Gym Polish Club Mtg., 9:30 AM, FSH

SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish UNITED IN FAITH

Devotions:

March 4, 2012

Wednesday, March 7th: SPRED Mtg., 7 PM, Faculty Lounge HNS Catholicism DVD, 7:30 PM, School Classroom Thursday, March 8th: Academic Fair, 6-9 PM, Gym Saturday, March 10th: Confirmation Practice, 1:30 PM or 3 PM, Church Sunday, March 11th: Holy Name Society Mtg., 8 AM, Stonehouse Pub Communion Prep Mass, 3:30 PM, Church Give the Dress Another Night Out 4th Annual Prom & Dress ReSale Drop off gently used or new formal/semi-formal dress wear, shoes, womens, mens & childrens to the Lemont Township office, Police station lobby, Starbucks or Christ Community Church. Looking to fill the needs for those that cant afford new dress clothing for Prom, Graduation, Confirmation, First Communion, Easter. Donations needed by March 8th. Sale open to the public March 10th, 9 AM-12:30PM, Christ Community Church, 13400 Bell Road. All money raised fund assistance to those in our community that need a hand of hope & friendship.

Tuesday, March 6th: Weekly devotions at 7 PM which consists of the Rosary, Chaplet of the Divine Mercy, Pro Life Prayers and Benediction. After devotions, a Mass in Polish will be celebrated at 8 PM. Wednesday, March 7th: Stations of the Cross (English) 7:30 PM, Church Friday, March 9th: Stations of the Cross (Polish), 7:00 PM, Church Sunday, March 11th: Polish Mission begins, Masses at 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM

The Holy Name Society will be holding its next meeting Sunday, March 11th at the Stonehouse Pub, 103 Stephen Street in Lemont immediately after the 7 AM Mass. Hope to see you there, bring a friend.

Electronic Fund Transfer

Electronic Fund Transfer, (EFT), is the process of automatically having your contribution offering transferred from your checking or saving account to St. Cyrils account. What will EFT do for you? No more check writing No more looking for the correct currency Automated record keeping Once you have signed up for Electronic Fund Transfer you will no longer need envelopes except for special second collections. If your financial situation changes, you may change or stop your payment at any time by calling the parish office. To sign up for Electronic Fund Transfer, complete the request for an EFT form. Return the completed form by mail or place it in the collection basket marked ATTN: Annie. You will be sent an EFT form with more information about the EFT process. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Annie at (630) 2572776.

Parish Contributions
February 25th & 26th, 2012 Envelopes Childrens envelopes Electronic Fund (weekly) Total Fuel Collection to date: Ash WednesdayHelping Hands 908 76 58 $ 15,259 167 1,054 16,480 9,450 3,667

$ $ $

908 envelopes plus weekly EFT donations represent 38% of our Parishioners. Your donations help meet our immediate needs, repairs and improvements. We sincerely appreciate your generosity.
Currently, Electronic Fund Transfers are being used by 55 families on a weekly basis and 111 families on a monthly basis. For February 2012, monthly electronic donations amounted to $6,976

Electronic Fund Transfer Request Form

Name:________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________ _____________________________________________ City/Zip:___________________ Phone:_____________________ Envelope Number _____

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SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish UNITED IN FAITH

March 4, 2012

Liturgical Ministers Weekend Schedule

March 10th & 11th 5:30 PM English Mass 7:00 AM English Mass 8:30 AM Polish Mass 10:30 AM English Mass 12:00 Noon English Mass 1:30 PM Polish Mass 5:00 PM St. Patrick Celebrant
Fr. Lucas

Lectors
D. Ehle C. Kowalewski

Eucharistic Ministers Host Cup

M. Zajac D. Paloian C. Barcus A. Wozniaki D. Barnaoski P. Rusnak Fr. Guz T. Kadelak T. Rogers S. Antonopoulos J. Bronner M. Sniegowski/choir M. Dapkus N. Batistich K. Batistich Fr. Guz C. Walschlager R. Schmidt L. Harbison K. Wolniakowski R. Platon C. Diaz Deacon Lesnieski T. Karpiesiuk J. Koziol Deacon Ciciura S. Sniegowski A. Rimbo N. Rogers, L Dastych Deacon Ciciura C. Long K. Depa B. Depa C. Maturlak K. Maturlak

Altar Servers
J. Lazowski N. Krupa M. Harbison C. Rachwalski T. Kapustiak B. Papiernik M. Sniezko P. Sniezko P. Sniezko J. Rigler D. Corrigan J. Wilczek T. Blickhahn E. Blickhahn D. Becker M. Janik K. Madanowski K. Presz

Fr. Kutch

L. Kulpinski L. Wood T. Urbala H. Nowak G. Maniscalo J. LaSota

Fr. Szczypula

Fr. Lisowski w/ Deacon Ciciura Fr. Lisowski w/ Deacon Ciciura Fr. Szczypula

D. Ciciura M. DeBiase

M. Sniezko T. Karpiesiuk

Fr. Boras