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WEEKENDS: Saturdays: 5:00pm Sundays: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:30am HOLY DAYS: 8:15am & 7:00pm WEEKDAYS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:15am & Fridays 6:00pm Wednesday: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at 5:00-7:00pm, w/Confessions at 6:15pm & Mass at 7:00pm. CONFESSION SCHEDULE: Saturdays, 9:30am-10:00am Wednesdays, 6:30pm June 4, 2017 Otherwise by appointment BAPTISMS, WEDDINGS & FUNERALS: Contact the rectory office (630.257.7000). SICK & HOMEBOUND PASTORAL CARE: Please notify rectory. RECTORY OFFICE HOURS: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri: 9:30am to 1:00pm

Register with www.formed.org & use our St. James’ code: KFWMDB (ALL CAPS) Baby shower items for The Women’s Center: Baby furni- ture (in good condition), health DON’T FORGET LISTEN TO and hygiene products, diapers. The Winds of Change 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm on Drop off at Sag hall. Questions call: Mary, 708-839-8834. WNDZ AM 750. Fr. Koys substitutes every other Wednesday. Visit: windsofchangeshow.com, Fr. Koys’ e-mail: [email protected]. Register on Flocknotes to receive important text FIRST SATURDAYS: Beginning June until messages and emails. Text: jamesatsag to 84576 October there will be 8:30am Mass.

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FROM THE DESK OF THE PASTOR, FR. THOMAS KOYS, M.A.,S.T.L.

tive side of way of thinking. It must be seen that he was not declared a heretic because he believed in pacifism, it was because he declared Christians who would not accept martyrdom were not real Christians. In other words he was declaring martyrdom was the only legitimate path for a Christian. Therefore, a Christian never fights. Here’s an insightful interpretation by Fr. , S.J. on this issue. “ argued that Christians are to become a substantial part of a nation and should wish to bring, if possible, all its people to the faith. If this is true, then as citizens of the State the faithful are obliged to serve the essential interests of the State, which at times will include In the wake Memorial Day and with our National military service.”. (from John Hardon, The Catholic Cate- prayer effort called: A Fortnight of Freedom around the chism, p 347. corner, here’s a lesson from the pages of Catholic history PLEASE NOTE: Due to the fact that Fr. Koys will be that needs to be applied to our present world affairs. away at the Multiple-sclerosis fund raising BIKE-A-THON, In the early church, as was growing, in June 11, for his brother John, and the millions of people the midst of periodic and barbaric persecutions at the afflicted with MS, the other archdiocesan second collec- hands of extremely anti-Christian Roman Emperors the tion for Retired Priests of the archdiocese will be taken up issue of Christians serving in the Roman army was no the weekend of June 18. Therefore, the second Sunday of small debate. Such a conflict of interests makes the the month’s normal second collection for our Sharing 1960’s anti-Vietnam protests like child’s play. Can you Ministry, (Zacchaeus House) will be cancelled for the be loyal to your nation and remain a man or woman of month of June. If you are able and wish to make two sec- ? The question was the same then as it is now. ond collection gifts on June 11, (The Missionary Co-op Two figures from the second century that face off are and Retired Religious) and on June 18, (Retired Priests Tertullian and Montanus. Montanus argued that the and Zacchaeus house) please put both envelopes into the Christians must be pacifists. He was kind of a Desmond second collection basket. The funds will be separated and Doss person (the Seventh Day Adventist soldier, who distributed accordingly. Please accept our apologies for refused to carry a weapon, who was featured in the pow- this confusion. Since, there are only 4 Sundays in June erful movie Hacksaw Ridge). Montanus became the and we have 5 archdiocesan required second collections, it leader of Christians known as the Montanists. His hatred seems like this is the wisest path to follow. for violence is so understandable and in so many ways 10-DAY PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA, LOURDES admirable. When you consider the terrible treatment Ro- & OTHER HOLY SITES man soldiers showed in carrying out their Emperor’s or- Tues. Sept. 19 – Thurs. Sept. 28 w/Fr. Dwight P. ders, it is hard to imagine any other possible stand Campbell. Price: $3,200 (at least 25 people: incl. air/ against Rome. Tertullian however, opposed Montanus. bus fare, hotels, breakfast/dinner). Depart Chicago/ Tertullian was in favor of Christians being a part of the O’Hare, visit: Eucharistic Miracle (Host turned to Roman army. Both men were Roman citizens so both flesh) in Santorem, Portuga;, the Fatima , had the respect and dignity of being a citizen yet it is Coimbra & Pontevedra where Sr. Lucia lived; Santi- easy to see how they would have presented very differ- ago de Compostela, Spain/Cathedral St. James; tomb & birthplace St. Teresa of Avila; Our Lady of ent political philosophies, much like we have today be- the Pillar shrine in Zaragosa (1st known apparition tween “pacifists” and “hawks”. Tertullian despised the of Mary, to St. James); then Lourdes, France. $500 cruel treatment of the Christians and praised the courage deposit by June 15, final payment July 10. Call Ave and faith of those who were martyred. Maria Pilgrimage Tours 908-246-6626. Now here’s the rub. gets declared a here- sy, and although Tertullian did not quite reach the level of sainthood, he was a most honored theologian of his FATHERS DAY — JUNE 1TH time. The key to understanding the wrong headedness of Spiritual Bouquet Cards will be available in back of Church. All intentions will be read during the the Montanist’s position it is necessary to see the nega- 11:30 Mass on Fathers’ Day.

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ST. LOUIS ARCHBISHOP RESISTS REQUIRING CATHOLICS has chosen to continue down a path of promoting death, repression, TO HIRE ABORTION ACTIVISTS: ‘WE WILL NOT COMPLY’ resentment, division, and selfishness instead of promoting life, unity, charity, freedom, and goodness," he charged. Led by the Most Reverend Robert J. Carlson, has drawn a line in the sand for the protection of innocent human life. The new law coerces people of faith to facilitate sin, according to the archbishop. "This horrible piece of legislation will now force city resi- In February, the city passed Ordinance 70459, which criminalizes dents to be unwilling participants in the abortion business by requiring "discrimination" against those who have had abortions or are planning business owners and individuals to tacitly approve any 'reproductive an abortion, and against those who advocate for "reproductive health." health' decisions made by their employees or tenants," he said. Archbishop Carlson called the passage of Ordinance 70459 a "terrible Carlson, on behalf of all Catholics under his pastoral care, vowed to moment" for St. Louis. "As a city resident and the leader of the oldest exercise against the ordinance. "Let me be perfectly organized religion in the region, I am outraged that the City of St. Louis clear: the Archdiocese of St. Louis and its affiliated agencies and min- Board of Aldermen has now enshrined into law an ordinance which istries will not comply with … this oppressive law." creates a 'sanctuary' for the despicable practice of abortion," he said in a public statement. Joining the fight against the city's pro-abortion ordinance is Our Lady's Inn Maternity Homes, which cares for homeless pregnant mothers and "The of the City of St. Louis now actively protect and promote the their children. Our Lady’s Inn gives them shelter and helps them attain killing of unborn children, who … will be denied their humanity and very educational goals, gain employment, and secure stable housing. The existence." 35-year ministry has helped 6,000 women in crisis pregnancies over- The Thomas More filed a lawsuit Monday against the pro- come abortion pressure from boyfriends, parents, and grandparents abortion ordinance on behalf of Carlson and his Archdiocesan Elemen- and choose life for their babies. tary Schools, Our Lady’s Inn Maternity Homes for pregnant women, Christian businessman Frank O'Brien also joined the lawsuit. O’Brien and O’Brien Industrial Holdings. Industrial Holdings is one of INC 5000’s fastest growing companies in The legal complaint says the city ordinance violates Constitutional free the U.S. His businesses include the Christy Refractories Company, speech, , the right to expressive association, due Christy Catalytics Company, Christy Catalytics Shanghai, Christy In- process and equal protection, as well as several state laws, including dustrial Services, and Christy Minerals. the Missouri Religious Freedom Act. Archbishop Carlson, a pro-life champion, did not mince words in “This ordinance does not exempt individuals with sincere religious, speaking against the city's new law or its pro-abortion supporters. "The moral or ethical objections to abortion from its requirements in any passage of this vile bill has been mistakenly heralded as a success for way, and even for qualifying religious organizations, the exemption for women by misguided organizations like NARAL and Planned employment … is extremely limited … vague and undefined,” Thomas Parenthood. The passage of this bill is not a milestone of our city’s More Society Special Counsel Sarah Pitlyk said. “That is unconstitu- success. It is, rather, a marker of our city’s embrace of the culture of tional, and directly violates both federal and state law.” death." Furthermore, the ordinance forbids “Christian organizations and indi- Carlson said the fight is not about creed or color, but about humanity. viduals whose teachings hold abortion to be a grave sin, from refusing "I welcome anyone, from any faith background, color, creed, or nation- to sell or rent property to individuals or corporate organizations that ality, to join me in supporting, promoting, and protecting children, wom- promote or provide abortions.” en, families, and life itself," he said. "In this invitation, I echo the words The city law also seeks to “compel private businesses to include abor- of St. John Paul II: 'Life will be victorious!'” tion coverage in their employee health plans, despite sincere objec- tions by (Christian) company owners,” the Thomas More press release said. The Archdiocese of St. Louis has 112 Catholic elementary schools and educates more than 23,000 students in kindergarten through eighth grade. A spokesperson for the archdiocese told Life Site News that the My name is Becky Granat. I am a parishioner at St. city ordinance would be disastrous for their schools' fidelity to the Gos- James, as well as a spiritual director. What is a spir- pel. itual direction? It involves meeting with me for ap- Under the city ordinance, "our Catholic schools could not refuse to hire proximately one hour a month at St. James to dis- and could not discipline religion teachers who publicly support abortion cover where God is working with you or leading you in or out of the classroom, even though it is a grave sin under Catholic in your life. If this seems of interest to you, please teaching," the spokesperson told Life Site News. call me at 630.257.5487 for further details. The archbishop went even further in his public comments. "St. Louis THANK YOU.

Our Weekly Offertory collection from the weekend of May 28, 2017 was $4,149.00. The number of envelopes was 100. OUR MANY THANKS TO OUR REGISTERED FAMILIES USING ENVELOPES & THE CASH-AND-CARRY FOLKS.

Our CHURCH CLEANERS FOR FRIDAY 6/9/17 Are Margaret, Dottie & Bronislawa. If you are inter- ested in volunteering, please contact the rectory office at 630.257.7000.

VOTIVE OFFERINGS FOR THE WEEK OF 6/4/17 St. James Altar & Rosary Society Get well Karyn Cimaroli Speedy recovery Dolores Magrini In memory of Lillian Simanavicius

Our beautiful bouquets of flowers surrounding our altar were made available in birthday celebration of ANNA JAEMA

HOLY TRINITY Altar 6/10 & 6/11/17 Celebrant Servers Lectors 5:00 PM Fr. George Dooley L. Pieprzyca John J. Szarzynski T. Szarzynski 8:00 AM Fr. George S. Carver M. Dillenburg John F. Casiple Dillenburg 9:30 AM Fr. George A. Bertucci R. Augustyn John J. Strzelczyk J. Strzelczyk

11:30 AM Fr. George A. Gallager G. Imbarrato John S. Imbarrato J. Jacobek

Monday June 5th-St. Boniface 9:00 AM Teresa Golabek Tuesday June 6th-St.Norbert 8:15 AM Teresa Golabek

Wednesday June 7th 7:00 PM Birthday Blessings for Helena Fugiel Thursday June 8th 8:15 AM Birthday Blessings for Anna Jarema & Patrick Foran Friday June 9th-St. Ephrem 6:00PM Healing Blessings for Anna Galica Zeglen HOLY TRINITY SUNDAY Saturday June 10th 5:00 PM Jozef Dziaba Sunday June 11th 8:00 AM Healing Blessings for Anna Galica Zeglen 9:30 AM In Memory of  & Stella Folta 11:30 AM Blessing for Maria Dziurdzik

To recoil before an enemy, or to keep silence when from all sides such clamors are raised against truth... such mode of behaving is base and is insulting to God...This kind of conduct is profitable only to the enemies of the faith, for nothing emboldens the wicked so greatly as the lack of courage on the part of the good... Chris- tians are, moreover, born for combat." - Pope Leo XIII, ‘Christians As Citizens’ -