THE NATIVITY DECEMBER 25, 2016 OF THE LORD (CHRISTMAS) OLPH Seek, Share, Rejoice!

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish 1775 Grove St. Glenview IL 60025 Parish Offi ce 847-729-1525 olphglenview.org seek, share, rejoice - pastor's reflection

o all the parishioners, let’s choose the path of healing friends and guests and mercy. Our parish is only as celebrating with us strong as our most vulnerable today, I wish you a members. Please connect with Tvery Merry Christmas! Recall me if there are things you are the simple setting of that fi rst holding in your heart that keep Christmas: “She laid him in a you from feeling more a part of manger, because there was no our parish family. room for them in the inn.” Jesus Christ has abundantly One on the most powerful invita- blessed this parish of Our Lady of tions of the Christmas story is Perpetual Help since our founding the challenge to “make room” in 1919. I am continually struck for Christ in our lives. I love the by the graces of these many Father Jerry Boland Christmas liturgies because they blessings every day. Christmas bring us all together. Families causes us to pause, and acknowl- that are separated by many edge that we have so much to be Thoughts on miles come together and college grateful for. students are home. Perhaps I am particularly aware that this Today's Gospel some who feel distance from the Christmas fi nds some in our Amidst the beautiful readings Church come to hear again the parish community in pain as a at the Christmas Masses is story of Jesus being born into result of the death of a loved one, a reading from a small New history. the chronic illness of someone Testament letter from Saint Remember that at Christmas we cherish or some hardships Paul to his protégé, Titus, read at Midnight Mass. Saint we do not just recall that historic that must be faced. Jesus is the Paul re¬minds Titus that God moment. Christmas reminds us Prince of Peace. I pray that he has given us a gift in the per- that the Lord is born over and gives you His Peace in this time son of Jesus Christ. This gift over again in our hearts and in of anxiety or grief. represents God’s active pres- the world! The challenge is, will Christmas is a time of remem- ence in our lives and in our He fi nd room in your heart? Will world. This gift redeems us brance but also a time of looking the noise, our schedules, our to the future. May the joy and from evil and death. This gift anxieties keep Him from fi nding a purifi es us as God’s people. power of Christmas fi nd a place in place? This is a gift that also comes all of our hearts. with an expectation: that we Let’s make this Christmas dif- “Glory to God in the highest and receive it with thanks¬giving, ferent. Let this be the Christmas allow it to transform us into on earth peace to those on whom that we seek to deliberately live his favor rests.” Christ’s image; and from it, in a manner that reveals to others learn how to live a life “eager May your Christmas be blessed! to do what is good.” Take time that Christ has found room in our the next few days to refl ect hearts. Maybe this is the time to Fr. Jerry Boland on the marvelous gift we heal a broken relationship, maybe celebrate at Christmas, and this is the time to jump start your how we might become better spiritual life, maybe this is the stewards of this gift. year that you confront the sin or © 2016 International Catholic dysfunction in your life. Stewardship Council A parish is really an extended family. Like any family there are those who feel close, cherished and loved. There are also those who feel distance, regret, pain or alienation. Please come back if you feel the need to begin anew. In the course of a year many things can happen. If I or anyone has caused you anger or pain

2 DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org seek, share, rejoice - merry christmas!

New Year's Day Mass Times New Year's Day falls on a Sunday. Regular Sunday Mass schedule is in effect: Mass Times: Saturday, Dec. 31 at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, January 1 at 7:30 am, 9:30 am, 9:30 am in McDonnell Hall, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm

His Birth The word was made fl esh On that Holy Night, When into the darkness a tiny light Was born to the world―a gentle lamb, The Son of God, now the Son of Man. In swaddling clothes He was tenderly dressed, Just a babe asleep at His Mother’s breast. What did He know at the hour of His birth? What did He know of these people on Earth Who would not all believe in the message He’d preach Of humble service and care for the least? everyone But on this fi rst night, a star in the East Guided the shepherds tending their sheep May And led them to gather at His simple bed, feel A manger with straw where He lay His sweet head, who enters our doors While angels sang softly from Heaven above To wish Him Godspeed on His journey of love. For from this time forth, we would not be the same. One day all the world would know of His name. Welcome... On this night, however, He closes His eyes ...and may that To His Mother’s caress and her soft lullabies. And His father stands guard, his face radiant with pride While His Heavenly Father so lovingly smiles Spirit of Welcoming On this Infant, Messiah, Savior, and King lead to a profound sense And the joy and salvation His coming will bring.

of belonging. -Margie André Christmas 2016 The OLPH Family wishes you a Blessed Christmas and warmly welcomes you to join us again.

DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 3 seek, share, rejoice - sharing and human concerns Needy Family Fund Thank You I wish to thank each organization and each person of our parish who responds to the needs of the Needy Family Fund. The year has been diffi cult with more people cut to part time with no benefi ts or they are out of a job which is even more diffi cult. You have responded to people who have no food, diapers, formula, laundry detergent, gas for their car, a bus pass and so much more. You help people move forward because you care! People have no resources, do not know what to do or where to go. They want to give up. YOU RESPOND! You give them HOPE! Moms who have lost daycare because of no funding available to help them, were able to continue work- ing and keep their children safe because of your support. Families who were evicted because dad was out of work, were able to start over and fi nd a place to live and get a job because of your great support. Teenagers walking with no purpose because they are homeless, found a safe haven because of your great support. THANK YOU for your great response to the needs of people of our Parish and in the Community, Know that you make a huge difference! May God's Peace and abundant Blessings be with you during the Christmas Season and in the New Year! Peace, Sister Paulanne

Ten Commandments To Consider When Contributing To Sharing The Sharing Ministry is extremely grateful for your 6. Contact the Parish Offi ce (847.729.1525) or Sr. generosity. OLPH volunteers work many hours to sort, Paulanne for donation of larger furnishings. We organize and coordinate pick-up and delivery of dona- will then call you to discuss the items. If they are in tions. To facilitate the Sharing process, please consider good condition and we are sure we have an outlet the guidelines outlined below. for the goods, pick-up or delivery will be arranged. 1. Non-perishable food items continue to be our great- Please do not deliver furniture or appliances to the est need. Please donate items with their original Sharing Room without authorization. seal and within their expiration date. Avoid glass 7. We can only accept NEW toys. containers. 8. We do fi nd homes for most books but are unable to 2. We are abundantly blessed to be able to give so fi nd outlets for encyclopedias and textbooks. generously. Please consider the dignity of the 9. Please do not donate redecorating materials (used needy when evaluating what to donate. Those paint, wallpaper, tile…) or construction materials. receiving will appreciate items that are clean and in good repair. Ask yourself whether you would be 10. Please be mindful that the dumpsters outside the comfortable passing an item on to someone you Sharing Room doors fi ll routinely with items we do know. not feel comfortable passing on. This creates an un- necessary expense and reduces funds for the poor. 3. When donating your gently worn, clean clothing, please remove from hangers and deliver them to the Sharing Room folded in boxes or bags, keeping weight manageable for our volunteers. All types of clothing are welcome with the exception of under- Many Christmas Thanks garments (men’s undershirts are welcome). Special thanks for your deep generosity this holiday season! Your donations of canned food, turkeys, hams, 4. Shoes should be gently worn. hats, gloves, mittens and other warm clothing, toys, 5. Small household items in clean, good condition are sleeping bags and more have touched thousands of welcome. Small appliances need to be complete lives, giving both physical relief and hope to the needy. and in working order. We cannot accept TVs. God bless you for listening to the cry of the poor!

4 DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org seek, share, rejoice - upcoming parish events

OLPH Men's Club Presents WINTER BASH 2017 Friday, January 27, 2017  Zanies stand up comedians & party to Hoopla! Buy tickets now at OLPHMensClub.com/bash

Parent Effectiveness Training New Course Begins January 25 Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) offers proven communication skills that work. When parents use these skills, they are amazed at the improvements in their families. P.E.T. was created by Dr. Thomas Gordon in 1962. Over the nearly 50 years P.E.T. has been around, it’s been revised and updated with new content that addresses the issues and concerns of today’s parents. You, too, can learn these powerful, proven skills! Class meets every Wednesday evening from 6:30- Save The Date for the Blood Drive 9:00 pm, starting January 25 and ending March 15. OLPH Guild 2 Annual Lifesource Blood Drive on Cost of tuition includes materials, and the rest of the Sunday, January 22, 2017 at the Playdium. We are proceeds go entirely to the OLPH Youth Group. so grateful for our parish and community for your Tuition for one person from each family is $170; participation over the years in saving hundreds of each additional person from the same family is only lives! Please once again, mark your calendar to give $85! If you have attended class before, you may blood on Sunday, January 22, 2017. attend the class for free. Sign up at: olphglenview.org/events/parent-effectiveness-training Contact Paddy Tyrrell at [email protected] or 847-602-4143.

Women's Club Presents the

Save the Date! Friday, March 3, 2017

DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 5 in memoriam poinsettia listing

DedicatedParishioners have donated the beautiful With poinsettias on theLove altar in memory of, or in honor of, loved ones. The Poinsettia Sale is sponsored by Women’s Guild 19. Loved One Donor Loved One Donor

Robert Maust ...... Margie Andre’ Dolores Kelly ...... Patty & Brian Foley and Patrick & Harold Schmidt ...... Margie Andre’ ...... Matthew Reyes R. E. Bailey & Colette Bailey ...... Peggy Bailey John & Constance Slater ...... Larry & Carol Gamber Jack & Joan Barry ...... The Barry Family Jeanette Phelps ...... Sharon Phelps Garcia Mary Ann & Bill Cavanagh ...... The Barry Family Irene Gaughan ...... Kevin & Gloria Gaughan Charlene and Richard Rahoi ...... The Baudhuin Family Ralph Gavin, Florence Gavin & Jack Gavin ...... The Gavin Family Patricia Biasco ...... David Biasco Dr. & Mrs. John F. Gleason ...... The Gleason Family Patricia Biasco ...... David Biasco Patricia Astor Gomez ...... Lou & Pilar Gomez Nancy Buckingham ...... Paul & Patty Buckingham Joan Guercio ...... Michael & Therese Guercio Our Parents, Family & Friends .....Dr. Gary & Joanne Busch Norbert & Ethel Johnson ...... Michael & Therese Guercio Sam & Irene DiJulio ...... Amelia Campo Martin and Jeanette Grothaus ...... Michael & Therese Guercio Grace & Edward Donnellan ...... Paula & Jim Cantwell Marlene Palmerson ...... Guild 28 Pat & Bob Clausen ...... John & Kathy Clausen John Bordes ...... Guild 31 Corinne & Roger Flinn ...... John & Kathy Clausen Junior, Silvilena John Collins ...... Betty Collins & Matt Lampkin ...... Dan & Kay Hare Patti Dorner ...... Betty Collins Edward Harlan ...... Kathy Harlan Ed Just ...... Betty Collins Peter & Christine Harris ...... Kathleen E. Harris James Conlin ...... Alice Conlin Martha A. Shaughnessy ...... Kathleen E. Harris Dr. & Mrs. Samuel Leto ...... Mr. & Mrs. David Covelli & Family Jean O’Connor ...... Judy Hayes Sally Malone Cowhey ...... Robert E. Cowhey & Family Rita Benson ...... Judy Hayes Kurt Hudson Kuebler ...... Elizabeth Croft K. Patricia Hendrick ...... Peter & Sue Hendrick Eileen & Joseph O’Connor ...... Jane Crouth Frank Hennessey ...... Donna Hennessey Mr. David Dempsey ...... Raymond J. Dempsey Will Hicks ...... Claudia Hicks Mrs. Phyllis M. Dempsey ...... Raymond J. Dempsey Dick & Barbara Sheppard ...... Mike & Caryl Hogan Our daughter, Megan Draths ...... Bob & Jean Draths Richard Teutsch ...... Jim & Elizabeth Hoshaw Emilie & John Dorfmeister ...... Lorrie & Jack Egan Karen Fiore-Green ...... The Humphrey Family Sheri Everson ...... Jon, Taylor & Kyle Gail Kearney ...... Joseph Kearney Jr. Mike & Millie Bernas and Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Kearney ...... Joseph Kearney Jr. Dave & Margee Fallon ...... The Fallon Boys Marge & Bob Eder ...... Laura Kearney Bernice & Paul Monaghan ...... Jennifer & Steve Farber Thomas Kelly ...... Cowen-Kelly Families Joseph L. Pesci ...... Jennifer & Steve Farber William Kempf ...... Kempf Family Bertha & Will Stephenson ...... Jennifer & Steve Farber Paula Kendall ...... George & Mary Ann Kendall Thomas Farr ...... Lucy & Jerry Farr Helen & Preston Kendall ...... George & Mary Ann Kendall Jane Maloney ...... Lucy & Jerry Farr Margaret & O’Neill Quinlan ...... George & Mary Ann Kendall

6 DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org in memoriam poinsettia listing Loved One Donor Loved One Donor

Tricia D. Leane ...... Maureen Kent Rich Richardson ...... Dee Richardson Mary Catherine Poker ...... Tom & Peggy Kloempken Willard E. Sampson ...... Mrs. Laverne M. Sampson Dennis, Thelma and Mary ...... The Kozloski Family Michael D. Sampson ...... Mrs. Laverne M. Sampson Barbara Ann Kubik ...... James J. Kubik Paul Joseph Schifano ...... RoseMarie Schifano Larry & Rose Botica, Ed Kus ...... The Kus Family Dr. Joseph Schifano ...... RoseMarie Schifano Sister Margaret Held ...... The Kus Family Tim, Ellen & Peter Schneider ...... Tom & Sarah Schneider Gabriel Lorenzo ...... Lorenzo Family Tom & Eileen Skahen ...... Tom & Carol Skahen Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Schultz ...... Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Lutz The O’Shea Family ...... Tom & Carol Skahen Arthur Schultz ...... Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Lutz Jane & John Hennick ...... Mary Sue Smith Bertille Schultz ...... Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Lutz Peter Sparrow ...... Charlotte Sparrow Edward J. Whelan, Sr...... Sean & Mari & Lynch Family Peter Sparrow ...... Vince Sparrow & Family Edward J. Whelan, Jr...... Sean & Mari & Lynch Family Gary & Jackie Speers ...... The Speers Family Maryann Bradley ...... Tom & Sandy McBreen Maureen M. Spillane ...... Daniel Spillane Gerard & Tecla Bradshaw ...... Tom & Sandy McBreen Charles Stevens ...... Joanne Stevens E.T. & Lillian McBreen ...... Tom & Sandy McBreen Christopher Stevens ...... Joanne Stevens Kathleen Joan McGowan ...... The McGowan Family Annabelle Stump ...... Mary Stump The McGrath & King Family ...... Dan & Patti McGrath Howard Stump ...... Mary Stump Donald Michels ...... Anne Michels Julia Counsell ...... Mary Stump Donald Michels ...... MaryAnn Michels Richard & Mary Pat Sullivan ...... Peter & Mary Ann Sullivan William Mitchell, Sr...... The Mitchell Family Jerry & Cindy Schmitt ...... The Thomas Family Susan Ulstrup ...... Michael Monticello & Karin Ulstrup Jeanne Thome ...... The Bill Thome & Hand Family Eugene L. Moody ...... The Moody Family Renee Tracy ...... James Tracy John Bordes ...... Lisa & John Mullen Ann & Ernest Risch ...... Dolores Vukas Al Tierney ...... Lisa & John Mullen John Paul Vukas, Sr...... Dolores Vukas Thomas Patrick Nally ...... Josie & Maggie Nally Cecelia Williams ...... Betty C. Williams Harold Leutheuser ...... Karen Navarre Sigmund Williams ...... Betty C. Williams Leo & Lynn Netzel ...... Carol Netzel Thomas Ziegenfuss ...... Barbara Ziegenfuss & Family Betty & Jerry Dowdle ...... The O’Brien Family Julian Torres, Child of Yvonne Monnin ...... Tracy O’Brien Estuardo Torres ...... ZS Associates Leo & Marie Parma ...... Ben & Ro Parma Jack Lavey ...... Bill & Meg Phelan Dr. William Phelan ...... Bill & Meg Phelan Katie McGowan ...... Anne Pillion Jeanne Thome ...... Anne Pillion Harold Hochstetter ...... The Michael Pins Family Arnold Pins ...... The Michael Pins Family Charles & Margaret VanDeKeere ...... Beverly Pullman Stella & Frank Ewanits ...... Dee Richardson Irene & Al Lesiak ...... Dee Richardson

DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 7 seek, share, rejoice - a christmas reflection

"Mary had to wait and wonder about what was in store for her son's future."

have always loved the beauty of Midnight Mass on It’s the oldest love story ever told - a mother’s love Christmas Eve. Something about the hushed tone, for her baby. I am amazed at the unspoken strength the reverence of the night and the anticipation of of Mary whose “yes” made her a part of the greatest the miracle that was about to take place. With the miracle of all time. I think about how grateful she must sanctuaryI lights low, a single light shines on Mary and have been for the gift of that one quiet winter night she her baby, tucked into the manger, at the base of the and Joseph had alone as a new family. As the other altar. Parishioners that fi ll the pews are wrapped in the nights came, she would have to share Jesus, and her wonder of it all. life would be diffi cult. Mary was, above all else, simply a Looking at the manger, I am reminded that in a place mother who loved her Son. very similar to it, over 2,000 years ago in a little barn This Christmas Eve, in the silence of the night, I’ll again somewhere in the middle of a sleepy city, that God thank God for my blessings: my children, my husband, invited a teenaged mother. He invited a simple carpen- family and many friends. And when the light is shining ter. He invited shepherds who smelled of sheep, who on the manger, won’t you join me in thanking Mary for were unworthy to even glance at that holy baby in the showing us, through her own Christmas love story, the manger. Yet there they were, summoned by a choir of depth and strength of a mother’s love. angels. Resting under the bright light of a special star. ~ Cherie DiCesare Gazing into the face of God. Mary gave birth to this perfect, tiny miracle, and then life went on. No one miraculously appeared to give her a play-by-play of how God’s plan would be carried out. Like all mothers, Mary had to wait and wonder about what was in store for her son’s future; she tried to be a good mother to Him, even knowing in her heart that she could never fully understand Him. Like all mothers, she most likely loved watching His personality develop. She shared stories about Him. She rejoiced at the sound of His laughter. He loved her, too. He knew He had come to save her. And it’s doubtful any other human loved Him more, because she was His mother, and she would have gladly died for Him. But, that’s not how God had things planned. Have you ever wondered, if Mary had known how things would turn out, if she would have told the angel to go away? Could God have chosen someone else to be His mother?

8 DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org seek, share, rejoice - faith enrichment NEW Psalms Scripture Study Sign Up Now Through January 2 The Book of the Psalms is a unique collection of song-prayers of Israel. This two-part, 13-week program includes a commentary, "Psalms for all Seasons" by John F. Craghan and Study Guide by Catherine Upchurch. The study begins January 9, 2017.

To ensure your day and time preference, sign up today for this 13-week series. Sessions begin the week of January 9. The fi nal sessions will take place during the week of April 3. About the Scripture Study Program Participants meet in small groups of 8-12 people (mini- mum of 6 people per group) with facilitators to help lead and focus discussion. Groups meet in either homes or parish rooms at convenient times throughout the week. Each participant receives a Study Set containing Scripture, Commentary and a Study Guide. A short video lecture follows each discussion. This helps to develop and clarify the themes of the weekly lessons. Prayer is the most essential part of the Scripture Study program. In addition to daily personal prayer, participants use a simple, effective method of shared prayer in the small group. 3 Ways to Register: 1. Fill out the form below, return to the Parish Offi ce 2. Online: Download a form from olphglenview.org 3. Contact Registrar: Sarah Lane Hill [email protected] 847-533-2620

REGISTRATION FORM FOR SCRIPTURE STUDY Please Register Me For: Psalms Scripture Study IMPORTANT: Please indicate 1st and 2nd time and day 13 weeks preferences. New groups will be formed. Week of Jan. 9 - April 3, 2016 Time Preference: 9:30 -11 am 1:00 - 2:30 pm 7:30 - 9:00 pm

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Please return this form and $25 to the Parish Offi ce in the Rectory by January 2 to be placed in a small group. Make checks payable to OLPH. Scholarships available. Contact Registrar Sarah Lane Hill 847-533-2620.

DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 9 ministries and ways to connect

You're Invited Here at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Parish, we encourage you to embrace the role of Engaged Disciple. We hope that you’ll fi nd a way to become involved in one of our ministries or groups. Spend- ing time to learn more about your faith and share your talents are other wonderful ways to give back in gratitude. You always get back more than you give.

Our Parish Ministries and Groups Liturgy & Worship Education - Spiritual Parish Life Altar Servers Enrichment Career Networking Ministry Bereavement Ministry Baptismal Preparation Gardening Ministry Eucharistic Adoration Book Club Knights of Columbus Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Christ Renews His Parish Men’s Club Communion OLPH Moms EvOLve (Adult Education) Liturgical Art & Environment Phoenix Group Men’s Spirituality Group Greeters & Ushers Scouting Ministry Parent Effectiveness Training Music Ministry Welcoming Committee Parish-Wide Scripture Study Readers Women’s Club Pre Cana (marriage preparation) Youth Ministry RENEW Faith-Sharing Human Concerns Care of Creation Ministry Domestic Violence Awareness Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Green Team Gardening Ministry Knit for Life Knitting Group Medical Mission to Haiti Education - School Age Micah Social Justice Group Religious Education (R.E.) Ministry of Care R.E. Parent Board Ministry of Praise School Project Linus Sewing Group School Advisory Board Respect Life School Endowment Board Sharing Ministry School Parent Club Special Religious Development

10 DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org seek, share, rejoice - capital campaign update

Make a Pledge Today 2016 is nearly over. Please remember OLPH in your end-of-the-year charitable giving. As the To Teach Who Christ Is campaign winds down, we aspire to having participa- tion from every parish household. Every gift counts! To date, we have received a pledge from more than 700 households. If you haven't already pledged, it's not too late. Please consider a pledge to this far- reaching campaign. Many Projects Are In Motion • Apartment for the Sisters - COMPLETED • Hickey Hall Meeting Room - COMPLETED • Religious Education Center - COMPLETED

Spring & Summer, 2017 Projects • Repair of Front Plaza and Church Steps • New STEM Lab at the School • New church sound system • First phase of McDonnell Hall renovation • Creation of more meeting rooms in the Parish Center

The Women's Club recently held a meeting in Hickey Hall. The former convent building is slowly being transformed into a parish center for all to enjoy.

Go to this link to make a pledge online. https://givecentral.org/ttwci For more information: Contact Nancy Schwider at [email protected]

DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 11 parish transformation update

The Parish Transformation Initiative For several weeks in the Spring of 2016, a team of pa- rishioners embarked on the Archdiocesan Initiative called Parish Transformation. A tool for revitalization and growth, SEEK! Parish Transformation encourages parishes to reexam- ine how they are carrying out God’s mission in the world. Because parishes are made up of people, the process SHARE! asked us to look into our own hearts and to discern if we are personally living Jesus’s message of discipleship. Our meetings were fi lled with spirited, passionate dialog that REJOICE! celebrated our parish’s many gifts while also acknowledg- ing areas where we might improve. These discussions lead to our setting goals for our entire church community to explore and together set a vision for the future of OLPH. In the weeks to come, you will be hearing more about the Our Engagement Prayer Transformation Plan for our Parish. We invite you to join Dear Lord, we want to be an en- us as we work toward our many goals. In The Joy of the gaged church, a parish motivated by Gospel, Pope Francis hopes “that all communities will love for You and committed to our devote the necessary effort to advancing along the path of mission of living out Your gospel. a pastoral and missionary conversion which cannot leave We ask that You be with us on our things as they presently are.” Let’s all work together to spiritual journey. transform our parish into a welcoming oasis to those who Help us to be a worshipping com- thirst for God and one in which we live in harmony with His munity, devoted to Mass, praying with Kingdom. and for one another, and lifting our Meeting on the Transformation Initiative voices joyfully in song. Do you want to know more about the Transformation Initia- Help us to be a welcoming communi- ty with smiles and outstretched arms tive? Fr. Boland and the Parish Pastoral Council invite you as we greet all who enter our doors, to a morning of refl ection on Saturday, January 21, from be they friends or strangers. 8:15 am to 11:30 am. to discuss the Transformation Plan as well as the implementation process. Help us to be a community of good stewards who support our parish and The meeting will be held in Hickey Hall, which is our beauti- are compassionate to the needs of ful new meeting space located on the second fl oor of the the poor. former convent. Please join us as we look to the future and Help us to be a ministering commu- share our vision for the Parish. nity, cheerfully and tirelessly offering We sincerely hope that you will make time to attend this time and talent in service to others. important event. Fr. Boland and the Parish Council mem- Help us to be a community of dis- bers look forward to seeing you there. A light breakfast will ciples who place You, Lord, at the be served. center of our lives. The meeting has to be capped at 50, so please RSVP Help us to be an engaged community as soon as possible to Margie André, Liturgy Assistant: with open hearts and open minds to [email protected] Seek You Lord, Share Your Gifts, and Rejoice in Your Blessings. We ask these things in Your Holy Name. Amen. -Margie André

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DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 13 school christmas greeting Joy to the World

Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy 2017!

Love, OLPH School

14 DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org announcements U.S. Military Prayer List Announcements US ARMY 1st Lt. Michael Altonji March for Life Chicago Mass and Brunch SSG Brent Blackwell, Afghanistan 1LT Atticus Blair, Afghanistan Join Aid for Women before March for Life Chicago 1st Lt. Brad Fischl as we come together to pray for the children who 2nd Lt.Devon Hubbard have lost their lives to abortion, for the healing of the 1st LT Daniel LaBarge women and men affected by abortion and for a soci- CPT Matthew Leck ety dedicated to protecting life. The event will be held 1st Lt. Gavin McGarry on Sunday, January 15th at the Union League Club in 1st Lt. Raz Shields, Afghanistan downtown Chicago. We will begin with Mass, cel- 1st Lt. William Thibeau ebrated by Relevant Radio’s Father Francis “Rocky” COL Thomas Vogel Hoffman at 10:00 am. Brunch will begin at 11:00 LTC Daniel Vogel am, and the keynote speaker is Kathryn Jean Lopez, PFC Jacob Zielinski Editor-at-Large for National Review Online. Those US AIR FORCE who are able will then proceed to the March for Life Capt. Brian Joseph Anderson Chicago which begins at 2:00 pm at Federal Plaza. SSgt Jon Billie Tickets are $65 per person. For reservations, contact 1st Lt McCall Casas Kelly at [email protected] or 312/621-1107, MSgt Richard Nash or register online at www.helpaidforwomen.org/march- Major Reid Orth brunch2017. Major Lowell Wallace, Overseas OLPH School Class of '96 Reunion, January 21 US NAVY ESN James Kowalski, Japan Class of 1996, 20th OLPH School Reunion, Lt. John O’Hagan, Afghanistan Saturday, January 21, 2017 4pm tour of school and class photo, 5pm Mass, 6pm Glen- Lt. J.G. Kenneth Pittner view House EM1 John Sutehall, Japan Contacts: Jennifer Thompson Andersen, US MARINES Courtney Wolf Marrone. Colleen Kenny Richardson, Sgt Jack Askins Rachel McIntyre Ringer Capt. Justin Coons Facebook page: Capt. Caitlin Ferrarell https://www.facebook.com/events/389999114722955/ 1st Lt Matt Mugnaini Alzheimer’s Family Support Group Starting Capt. Bradley Petersen Major Eric Starr, Afghanistan If you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease, PFC Ethan Zielinski please consider doing something for yourself and join our 1st Lt Chase Mlnarik new support group. The group is facilitated by parishioner Charmaine Conaghan, owner of Always Best Care Senior US COAST GUARD Services, and Mary Ann Condon, Director of Abbey Lane BM3 Anthony Wallace Memory Care at the Abington of Glenview. The group will take place the second Tuesday of every month at 4:30PM at the Abington of Glenview, 3901 Glenview Road, Glenview, For revisions or updates to this list contact: IL 60025, in the Library Room. This group is sanctioned by, Geof & Cathy Lutz, [email protected] or and both facilitators are certifi ed by, the Alzheimer’s Associa- 847-724-8218. tion Greater Illinois Chapter. Contact Charmaine Conaghan, (847) 730-5930 or [email protected]

BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS Russell Stern's Next Concert! Our weekly bulletin communicates the news and events Our music director Russell Stern will be performing a solo at OLPH Parish. Questions? Call piano concert on Sunday, February 26 at 3:00 PM in the 847-729-1525 ext. 24 to speak to Natalie Conseur. church. All are welcome to attend this free concert. Please mark your calendars. Deadline: Please email all content no later than 6:00 p.m. on the Sunday prior to publication date. SUBMISSIONS: Email to [email protected]. note: The bulletin cannot promote job seekers, entrepre- neurs, etc. Please call 800.566.6170 to place a paid bulletin ad.

DECEMBER 25, 2016 • olphglenview.org 15 our weekly intentions

Remember Our Sick Christmas Day, December 25 7:30 Jeanne L. Thome and Robert Pasek (Fr. Paddy) Claudia Baker Monica Peruch 9:30 Ch David & Timothy Shields and James E. Nyhan, Jr. (Fr. Kostyk) Keeley Barr John Portugal 11:00 Edmund Burke, Renee Tracy and Gabriel Lorenzo (Fr. Lara) Pauline Burns Noreen Ritt 12:30 Will Hicks and James Ahern, Sr. (Fr. Hickey) Pat Cullen Dick Roberts Hilda Daly Richard Sapala Monday, December 26 Fr. Dave Dowdle 5 yr old Jack Schank 6:30 Ed Just Joann Foy Sr. Norma Schumacher 8:30 Living and Deceased Members of OLPH Infant Madelyn Jane Gill Terri Schmitt Luke Gregory Liz Smith Tuesday, December 27 Fr. John Griegus Annie Starr 6:30 Living and Deceased Members of OLPH Jan Griffith Patrick Stein 8:30 Jose Sandoval Meghan Healy Benjamin Stuebe Shirley Keller Ed Tracz Wednesday, December 28 Pat Kelley Christopher Wissing 6:30 Sigmund & Cecelia Williams and Edward Fitzgerald Joyce Lauber Andrea Zielinski 8:30 Will Hicks and Florence Becker Judith Nani Thursday, December 29 6:30 Living and Deceased Members of OLPH 8:30 Mickele Fiorentino Friday, December 30 6:30 Rev. John Hardon, John Dillon and Bob Pasquesi 8:30 Adam Stach and Miriam Swanson Saturday, December 31 Our Beloved Deceased 6:30 Jennie May Lazzaroni 8:30 Margaret Hogan Fr. William H. Sheridan 5:00 Marin Teresa Jimeno (MFTL) and Albert Kalina (Fr. Kartje) Katherine Strand 7:00 Kenny ~ Pierchala Wedding New Year’s Day, January 1, 2017 Recent Baptisms 7:30 Living and Deceased Members of OLPH (Fr. Lara) Nora Grace, daughter of 9:30 Ch Living and Deceased Members of OLPH (Fr. Lara) Erin (Larkin) Komasinski and Blair Komasinski 9:30 Mc Remo Cameranesi (Fr. Kostyk) 11:00 Mary Carol Anthony O’Brien and Leo & Lynn Netzel (Fr. Paddy) 12:30 Living and Deceased Members of OLPH (Fr. Boland) Upcoming Weddings 6:00 Living and Deceased Members of OLPH (Fr. Hickey) III Caitlin Pierchala & John Kenny

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) LITURGY OF THE HOURS Sat. • 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. or by appointment Wed. • 8:10 a.m. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK EUCHARISTIC ADORATION After the 8:30 Mass on the 2nd Saturday of every month Fri. • 9:00 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. • Lady Chapel DIVINE MERCY HOLY HOUR MASSES AT MARYHAVEN NURSING & REHAB CENTER Fri. • 3:00 p.m. • Lady Chapel Sun. Tue. and Fri.• 10:30 a.m. ROSARY Mon. - Sat. • after 8:30 a.m. Mass

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Church & School Contacts Rev. Jeremiah Boland, Pastor Natalie Conseur, Director of Communications [email protected] [email protected] Rev. Thomas E. Hickey, Pastor Emeritus Cherie DiCesare, Director of Religious Education Rev. Isaac Lara, Associate Pastor 847-998-5289 [email protected] [email protected] Dr. Amy Mills, Parish School Principal Rev. Nicholas Kostyk, Associate Pastor 847-724-6990, [email protected] [email protected] John Kurkowski, School Endowment Board Chair Rev. Paddy Tyrrell, SJ Associate Pastor & Coordinator [email protected] of Youth & Young Adult Ministry 847-602-4143 Laura Kearney, Parish Secretary [email protected] [email protected] Jim & Pat Revord, Deacon Couple Linda Feo, Parish Offi ce Assistant Dave & Mary Beth Kalina, Deacon Couple [email protected] Nancy Schwider, Director of Operations & Stewardship Margie Andre, Liturgy Assistant [email protected] [email protected] Russell Stern, Director of Music Ministry Gloria Gaughan, Evening & Weekend Receptionist [email protected] [email protected]

OLPH Care Links Bereavement Support Deacon Dave Kalina 847-729-1525 ext. 25 [email protected] Confi dential Assistance Sister Paulanne 847-724-2044 Homebound/Hospital Visits Rick Nash 847-651-8718 [email protected] Respect Life Monica Cassidy 847-724-7206 [email protected]

Assistive Listening Devices Available at OLPH – For those who are hard of hearing we have assistive listening devices available to help you participate more fully during Mass. Please plan to arrive for Mass a few minutes early to borrow the necessary equipment from Sr. Paulanne. Please don’t forget to return the devices at the end of Mass when you are fi nished.