“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.”
Robert Filice Thomas Sowinski Mitchell Widuch Lois Madderom George Birmingham Eugene Kalck
Krzysztof Zadora Rosanne Dedo Karl Schramm, Sr.
Judith Fielding Juanita Sullivan Sharon Griffin Dolores Coda Raymond Sieffert Lore#a Wirth Kathleen Carey Margaret Summers Mildred Cerullo
Donna Steline Steven Witkus Ruth Denlinger John Perez Maureen Cerve Jonella Broderick Delia McGuire Kathleen Showers John Renner Arlene Buszkiewicz Robert Stulgis Jonathan Szurgot Megan Eileen Pearcy Kurt Krueger
John Paul Yurko Thaddeus Czarnowski Mary Raiger
Laurence Bleskin
Fran Hofer
Rose Mary Rosignal Dorothy Krueger Emmet Neary Lore#a Gremaud Evelyn Baldwin Annamarie Clobuciar Edward William McKimmey Elizabeth O’Hara
Michael Hanly David Drozd Timothy Dwyer, Jr.
Thomas McGuire Raymond McGill Lillian Behnke Laurence Hubacek Anne Gierut
We remember those who have gone before us.
November, 2018 — October, 2019
Thirty - First Sunday in Ordinary Time PARISH STAFF
Pastor
Reverend Arek Falana Associate Pastor
Reverend Pawel Komperda Senior Priest
Reverend Edward McLaughlin Pastor Emeritus
Reverend Ronald Mass Resident Priest
Monsignor R. George Sarauskas Deacon
James Langwell Pastoral Ministry Aide Sister Anna Koziol, CSAPU Pastoral Assoc. / Director of Rel. Ed.
Kathryn McNicholas Business Manager Cole#e Waickus
Director of Music and Liturgy Ryan Dillon
Youth Minister
Michael Jacobson, PhD Parish Secretary
Linda Higgins
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekends
Saturday Morning …………..8:30AM Saturday Evening Vigil …….4:00PM Sunday ………...8:00, 9:30, 11:00AM Weekdays
Monday - Friday ………...8:30AM Sacrament of Reconcilia$on
Saturday ………..2:30 - 3:30PM
DEVOTIONS
Holy Rosary
Daily ………..7:55AM Wednesdays ……….6:00PM Divine Mercy Chaplet
Daily ………..3:00PM Marian Garden
Daily ………...7:00AM - 9:00PM Perpetual Adora$on Chapel 24 / 7
Access code required a%er 9:00PM
PARISH INFORMATION
Parish Office ………..597-3180 Fax Number ………...597-2452 Postal Address: 5757 W. 127th Street Crestwood, IL 60418 Church Website: Incparish.com Email: Church@Incparish.com
Religious Educa$on …………..388-4004 Reled@Incparish.com
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The word from Father Arek . . .
In November, in a very special way, we pray for the Souls in Purgatory: “All who die in God’s grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation; but after death they undergo purification, so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven … the Church gives the name Purgatory to this final purification…” ( Catechism of the Catholic Church #1030-31 ). The Souls in Purgatory experience the love of God, a desire to see Him, and the joy of knowing they will have that desire ful- filled. The Holy Souls in Purgatory are able to benefit from our prayers and sacrifices offered on their behalf. Many prayers and devotions are dedicated to the “Poor Souls in Purgatory,” and our sacrifices on their behalf may hasten their entrance into Heaven. Today’s Liturgy is espe- cially devoted to this reality. (Likewise, those in Purgatory are able to intercede for us by offering their own suffering for our worthy inten- tions.) We can help the Souls in Purgatory in many ways, but having Mass offered for the soul of a departed loved one is the greatest help we can give them because Mass, being the sacrifice of Jesus offered to the Father, is the greatest prayer we know of. (If you would like a Mass said for your loved one, please visit our Parish Office.)
Throughout the month of November, we pray at every Mass for our loved ones whose names are written on All Souls envelopes. We pray for all those who have died, the Holy Souls in Purgatory, as we feel their presence in our hearts. Through our prayers, we affirm our belief, “in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible [and we] look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come” (The Nicene Creed). The All Souls envelopes are located on the table in the back of Church and at the Welcome Center in the vestibule.
The Feast of All Souls
On Saturday, November 2
ndwe celebrate the Feast of All Souls. This day has a significant meaning for most of us, because it is a day on which we remember all of the Holy Souls, all of those dear people who have been woven into our lives – who have passed from this world to the next. That day we put faces and names on those we honor and for whom we pray; and by that very fact and its connection to our lives, our celebration can bring sadness to our lives. It is never easy to let go of those whom we love. There is never a right time or reason. Because of that reality, it is essential that we see this day as the heart and substance of our Catholic faith. That day we also pray to God for our loved ones who are in a process of transition from this life to heaven, a process called Purgatory.
On Saturday evening at 7:00 PM, we will be celebrat-
ing the Feast of All Souls. During this Mass we will
be praying for all the faithful departed, and especially
we will remember all our parishioners who passed
away within the last year. What a wonderful opportunity to pray for your
loved ones. Will you join us and offer this highest form of prayer for
those who passed away to eternity?
Incparish.com November 3, 2019
INCARNATION PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL 24/7
Can you commit to pray for an hour per week in the Chapel?
Call Bob at 388-1521 or Joe at 448-3920 to set a specific time.
INCARNATION MEN’S GROUP The Men’s Group will meet on Thursday, November 7th from 7:00 - 8:00 PM in the Good Shepherd Room. All men 21 years and older are welcome to a!end! We pray, discuss issues important to men, learn about Jesus and His Church, and grow in the strength of the Holy Spirit. Please join us!
In Memoriam
Irene Colon William Shiliga Marie Willis
Veteran’s Day
On Monday, November 4
th, we will be honoring our veterans, all those worthy men and women who gave their best when they were called upon to serve and protect our country. That evening, at 6:15 PM, our Religious Education children will raise a new flag in honor of John T. Mooney, World War II Honoree, who served in the U.S. Army. John is the father of our parishioner, Pamela Dryden. His ac- tivities during the War were that he served with Troop B, 42
ndCavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 2
ndArmored Cavalry Division, and he also partici- pated in the Invasion of Normandy. For the inju- ries he sustained during that battle, John was awarded the Purple Heart Medal. He was also awarded three overseas service bars, the American Campaign Medal, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one Silver Star, the Good Conduct Medal and the WW II Victory Medal for his participation in three other campaigns.
John was also honored by the Regional Counsel of Normandy with the Jubilee De La Liberte Medal.
He passed away in 2005.
The flags we fly at Incarnation are the me- morial funeral flags that have draped the coffins and been presented to families of deceased veterans. These flags have been donated to us to be flown in memory of the de- ceased person. They usually last about six months before they are too faded and tattered to be flown any longer. We ceremoniously lower the old flag and raise the new one, praying for those in whose memory they fly. The old flag is then properly dis- posed of. Anyone wishing to donate a memorial flag from a family member’s funeral is welcome to do so. To donate a flag, contact Carol at the Parish Office.
Queen of Hearts
We would like to start a NEW Queen of Hearts Raf- fle soon, however, we need volunteers to help in or- der to continue this Parish fundraiser. Are you available for a few hours in the evening on the day of the raffle drawing (unsure which day of the week that will be) and would you like to help administer the actual drawing? Please contact my Business Manager, Colette, by calling the Parish Office. I count on your generosity and support. Thank you!
In Christ and His Blessed Mother,
Father Arek
Please pray for those in need of healing. . . Ernest Bleicher, Erin Childs-Mackin, Dale Douglas, Steven Eldridge, Kelsey Evoy, Marie Fabiano, Gina Fabiano, Carole Fisher, Grace and Maria Gonzales, Donald Griner, Patricia Hubacek, Joseph Hubacek, Lisa Johnson, Therese and Clem Lundgren, Lynn McGrath, Donald Micelli, Elizabeth Newgren, Jillian Palenik, Ma#hew Palenik, John Quinn, Joan Race, Donna Reindl, Maureen Rodriguez, Anja Scheidenhelm, Wayne Schofield, Nancy Strenk, Rose Marie Tynski, Theresa Sco#, Donald Valois, Bonnie Webber, Gloria Wojciechowski
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Call Arlene at 597-1604 or the Parish Office to have your loved one’s name added to the prayer chain.
We are in need of addi$onal parishioners to join our “Prayer Chain” team. For more informa$on, please call Arlene at 597- 1604.
Religious Education Program Family Open House is today,
Sunday, November 3rd and Monday, November 4th in the St.
Gabriel Center during the last half hour of class. Check out the
wonderful program we have here at Incarnation.
We look forward to seeing all our families.
Family Mass, Praying for Beloved Dead, is on Sunday, November 3rd at 9:30 AM.
8th Grade (Year II) Confirmation Candidates is on Thursday evening, November 7th at 7:00 PM in the Bernardin Center.
No REP Classes on Sunday and Monday, November 10th and 11th due to the Veterans Day Holiday weekend.
From the desk of Fr. McLaughlin . . .
“Maybe I’m not making big changes in the world, but if I have somehow
helped or encouraged somebody along the journey then I’ve done
what I’m called to do.”
By: Sister Thea Bowman
Youth Ministry T.R.A.I.N.
T eens R eaching ou t A ddressing I ncarnation N eeds
We are a few weeks away from our annual leaf raking service project. I will be in the ves$bule a%er all Masses next weekend taking addresses.
Please stop by and see me if you would like the kids to rake and bag your leaves this fall.
Dr. Mike Jacobson, Youth Minister
We can rake
the leaves in your yard!
Spiritual Life Commission
We are in Please
need of prayerfully
Liturgical consider
Ministers. joining one
the following ministries.
Contact one of the priests or the Parish
Office to volunteer for one of these ministries.
Community News PEACE AND JUSTICE
“If you want peace, work for justice.” — Pope Paul VI
Focus on climate change again? Yes, major changes in weather and climate are occurring and will con#n- ue to occur un#l we make significant changes in our ac#ons which impact the environment. The Paris Agreement is a commitment to make significant changes, but the current U.S. administra#on, with the agreement of its suppor#ng party, is refusing to take part. In response, 46 U.S. Senators have cosponsored the Interna#onal Climate Accountability Act (S.1743).
This is legisla#on which will require the Administra-
#on to develop and submit a plan for the United States to meet its commitments under the Agree- ment. Please contact the law legislators and ask them to agree with the plan. You may call the Parish office for the legislator’s contact informa#on.
Human Concerns Sacred Music Ministry
Mark your calendar for a Christmas concert sure to enrich your Advent season! Incarna$on Parish is pleased to announce a guest perfor- mance by the Michael Teolis Sing- ers, a thirty-voice ensemble led by its founder and Ar$s$c Director, Mi-
chael Teolis. The con- cert, GLORIA! NOEL!
ALLELUIA!, features fa- miliar tunes, such as Fum, Fum, Fum, I’ll Be Home for Christmas,
and everyone’s favorite, Carol of the Bells, as well as Angel Alleluias, adapted by Alan Bullard from a 15th century piece; the poignant Pastorale by Italian composer and priest Licinio Refice; and a touching se(ng of the Ave Maria by Javier Bustos, among others.
The chorus, com- prised of singers from the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana, has been entertaining audiences with its own special brand of unique and enterprising programming and prides itself on the number of local and world premiers in its short existence. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear this wonderful ensemble right here at your home parish!
You can learn more about Michael Teolis Singers at MRSingers.org.
CONCERT DETAILS
DATE: Saturday, December 14th TIME: 7:30PM
LOCATION: Incarna$on Church TICKETS: $10 at the Welcome
Center in the Church ves$bule between Masses or at the Parish Office during the week.
GREAT SUCCESS!
The St. Vincent de Paul Society wants to thank all our parishioners who contributed to our Make-A-
Day project. We are happy to report that through your generosity, many people were helped. Forty-five (45) backpacks and seven (7) cloth bags were given to the BEDS program at Our Lady of he Ridge Parish (an overnight pro- gram), along with many new hats, scarves, gloves, socks, sweatshirts, snacks and hygiene products.
Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Sacred Heart Parish and St. Patricia Parish are pleased to present. . .
DAMIEN
“The Leper Priest of Molokai”
A one-man play by Aldyth Morris An Inspira#onal True Story
At Sacred Heart Parish , 8245 W. 111th St, Palos Hills Wednesday, November 20th at 6:30PM
Tickets are available at both parishes in the
Parish Offices. Tickets: $10 Adults; $5 Children
Mass Intentions
During the month of November, at each Mass we pray for:
All our Beloved Dead whose names are wri!en on the All Souls Envelopes.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3
8:00 AM Deceased Members of the Kristopa$s Family Deceased Members of the Sukys and Razminas Families
Evelyn Baldwin
Blessings for Sister Teofila Gacalek 9:30 AM The People of Incarna$on
11:00 AM Marge Summers Verle Clair Rose Iquinta Norman Zibell
MONDAY NOVEMBER 4
8:30 AM Jim Widlacki
Deceased Members of the Annunziato Tenuta Family
Healing Blessings for Richard McClowry TUESDAY NOVEMBER 5
8:30 AM Thomas McGeever Helen and Ruth Denlinger Blessings for Pat Devoy WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 6
8:30 AM Kathleen Kuecher Teresilla Radzikowski Deceased Alber$ne Sisters THURSDAY NOVEMBER 7
8:30 AM Joseph McGeever
Our Mothers and Fathers FRIDAY NOVEMBER 8
8:30 AM Catherine Black
Mary and Raymond Hilger Dr. Antonio V. Salud SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9
8:30 AM Helen and Ruth Denlinger Rose Mary Rosignal
Birthday Blessings for Edward Lagman Golden 50th Jubilee for Sister Irene Cejnog and Sister Teofila Gacalek
4:00 PM Helen and Basil Hardin John Renner
John Patrick McFadden Irene Colon
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 10 8:00 AM Anna Marie Clobuciar
Blessings for John Clobuciar and Family Blessings for the Guzior Family
Blessings for Donna M. Reindl 9:30 AM William Burns, Sr.
Kurt Krueger
Ludwina and Wladyslaw Zadora 11:00 AM The People of Incarna$on
November 9/10
4:00 PM B. Fuesel, P. Stach, E. Salud, K. Young, J. Rutkowski 8:00 AM C. Adent, K. Piper, J. O’Brien, (VACANT), (VACANT) 9:30 AM S. Randich, D. Salamone, D. Leyden,
M. Oleskiewicz, J. Widing
11:00 AM A. Scoigle(, D. Phillips, A. Nuel, P. Nuel, M. Stocklen
November 3
4:00 PM (L) M. Rauen (C) B. Sigel 8:00 AM (L) J. O’Brien (C) J. Akin 9:30 AM (L) K. McNicholas (C) F. Frisby
11:00 AM (L) L. Pyrkowski (C) T. Szyper-Molloy
Liturgical Ministers
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Lectors and Commentators
Faith Direct is our electronic giving op$on that allows you to support your Church using electronic funds transfer from either a bank account or credit/debit card. It’s safe and con- venient. Crea$ng a Faith Direct account is simple. Begin by scanning the code above on your smart phone! You can also enroll online at www.faithdirect.net, in the Parish Office or the enrollment forms are in the back of Church. Thank you for your ongoing support of our faith community!
Stewardship of Treasure
Budgeted for October 27, 2019………....…....$ 15,500 Collected for October 27, 2019...……...…..…$ 9,581 Total Surplus (Shortfall) ……..…...$ ( 5,919) Year-To-Date Budgeted ....……..……...$ 263,500 Year-To-Date Collected …...………...$ 220,000 Year-To-Date Surplus (Shortfall) …….…...$ ( 43,500)
Thank you for supporting Incarnation!
TO REGISTER IN THE PARISH Registration Forms are available on the kiosk located in the vestibule of the Church. You may also register at the Par- ish Office or online at our website: IncPar- ish.com
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Incarnation rejoices in the incorporation of new members into the Body of Christ through the Sacrament of Baptism.
Please come into the Parish Office during business hours to schedule your child's baptism. Parents are to attend a manda- tory Baptismal Preparation Class prior to Baptism. The Sacrament of Baptism for infants is celebrated on the first and third Sunday of every month (except Lent) at 12:30PM in the Church.
Please remember to include Incarnation in your will.
THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Incarnation helps couples prepare not only for their wedding day, but the lifelong commit- ment of living a Christian marriage. Parish- ioners of Incarnation who are baptized and free to marry in the Catholic Church may cele- brate their marriage at our Parish. Interested couples seeking marriage should contact one of the parish priests at least six months prior to their intended date of marriage.
MINISTRY OF CARE
Several members of our Parish community have been trained and mandated by the Arch- diocese of Chicago to pray with and bring the Holy Eucharist to the sick and homebound parishioners. Please call the Parish Office if you are in need of this service.
REQUESTING COPIES OF SACRAMENTAL CERTIFICATES To request a copy of your sacramental certificate, please go to our website at ww.incparish.com Click on the Sacraments tab; scroll down, and follow the instructions.
THE SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION
…every Saturday starting at 2:30PM until all confessions are heard. We also offer the Parish Sacrament of Reconciliation prior to Easter and Christmas as announced.
THE SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK
…is not only a sacrament for those who are at the point of death. As soon as one of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for him/her to receive this Sacrament has cer- tainly already arrived. Therefore, any member of the faithful who is seri- ously ill because of sickness or ad- vanced age, may request this Sacra- ment by calling the Parish Office.
Once a year we offer The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick within a weekend Mass as announced.
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