Bulletin: 000868 St. Mary of the , Mundelein April 12, 2020 150 bulletins

APRIL 12, 2020  SUNDAY OF THE LORD’S RESURRE-

Scripture Insights Easter Sunday celebrates the core of Christian faith: belief in ’ Resurrection from the dead. All four accounts begin their Res- Act of Spiritual Communion urrection narratives with the experience of the Vision: empty tomb. In John, we hear the reactions of My Jesus, Mary of Magdala, Simon Peter, and the Be- I believe that You are present That loved Disciple. Mary of Magdala reports imme- in the Most Holy Sacrament. all generations diately to the other two that “they have taken at St. Mary the Lord from the tomb.” Clearly she does not I love You above all things, yet believe that Jesus had risen. Simon Peter and I desire to receive You into my soul. and in the reacts by investigating the tomb itself. But all surrounding he discovers is “the burial cloths” and “the cloth Since I cannot at this moment that had covered his head.” The Beloved Disci- receive You sacramentally, community ple also enters the tomb and likewise see the come at least spiritually into my heart. encounter Jesus burial cloths. But John tells us that “he saw and I embrace You and live as believed.” John also tells us that “they [Mary of as if You were already there Magdala, Simon Peter, and the Beloved Disci- and unite myself wholly to You. His disciples. ple] did not yet understand the Scripture that he Never permit me had to rise from the dead.” While none of the to be separated from You. Amen. three followers yet understands, the Beloved Mission: Disciple alone believes without understanding. In the First Reading from Acts, we hear We are called part of a speech that Peter delivers in the to go out household of Cornelius, a God-fearing Gentile and share centurion who comes to believe in Jesus, though he does not yet have understanding. the Good News, Peter recount the public , from making disciples the activities of to the resur- rected Christ's apostolic commission to preach who build up the to all people. Peter had eventually come to Kingdom of God believe and understand that “everyone [Jew through and Gentile alike] who believes in him [Jesus] will receive forgiveness of sins through his meaningful prayer, name.” effective formation We learn in these readings that the Resur- rection of Christ often surpasses human under- and loving service. standing. Even more important than under- standing the Resurrection is believing in it.

–Sourcebook for Sundays, Seasons, and Weekdays 2020: the Almanac for Pastoral Liturgy ©2019 Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications. All rights reserved.

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Mass Intentions Assist SVdP Provide Food for Clients & More Monday, April 13 With the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, help with af- 8:00AM †Ray Cerny req. The Family fording food is an issue for an increasing number of our neighbors. †Leon & †Helen Pieniazkiewicz req. The Family With the current stay-at-home order, the Saint Vincent de Paul Society Tuesday, April 14 will not be doing our usual Easter food drive and distribution. We are 8:00AM Living For the Nold Family collecting checks to distribute gift cards to PADS clients, and send Wednesday, April 15 money to the Most Blessed Trinity & Santa Maria food pantries. 8:00AM Living Fr. Don Cambe (B.D.) req. The Parish Staff Please make your check out to Saint Vincent de Paul Society with †Stephen Feder req. The Family food drive in the memo and send it to: †Lena Fruscione req. Husband Salvatore & Family Thursday, April 16 Saint Vincent de Paul Society 8:00AM Living Duane & Fran Schmidt Family Saint Mary of the Annunciation Parish Friday, April 17 22333 W. Erhart Rd. 8:00AM †Victor Kordas req. Victoria Hansen Mundelein, IL 60060 †Joseph Kania 10th Anniversary Req. Wife Dolores & Family Thank you for helping those impacted by this crisis. Saturday, April 18 5:00PM †Anna Scott req. Carol Lynch †Danny Hansen 6th Anniversary Req. Mother Carol Hansen & Family Sunday, April 19 Readings for the Week 7:30AM †Joanie Kroll req. Husband John Monday: Acts 2:14, 22-33; Ps 16:1-2a, 5, 7-11; Mt 28:8-15 †Jaime Bosshart req. Parents Lou & Shelia Bosshart Tuesday: Acts 2:36-41; Ps 33:4-5, 18-20, 22; Jn 20:11-18 9:30AM †Harold Crawford req. Steve & Debbie Knowles Wednesday: Acts 3:1-10; Ps 105:1-4, 6-9; Lk 24:13-35 †Carolyn Stith req. Edward Stith †Gerald Kuderna req. Victoria Hansen Thursday: Acts 3:11-26; Ps 8:2ab, 5-9; Lk 24:35-48 †Gene & Rita Schmidt req. The Family Friday: Acts 4:1-12; Ps 118:1-2, 4, 22-27a; Jn 21:1-14 †Theodore Phillips Saturday: Acts 4:13-21; Ps 118:1, 14-21; Mk 16:9-15 req. Daughter Carol Hansen & Family Sunday: Acts 2:42-47; Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24; †Martin Phillip Shenk req. Parents Dale & Diane Shenk 1 Pt 1:3-9; Jn 20:19-31 For the Poor req. St. Vincent de Paul Society 11:30AM Living 45th Wedding Anniversary Brian & Arlene De Sousa For the Parishioners of St. Mary of the Annunciation In light of an abundance of caution, we regret to inform you that This list shows the Mass Intentions as entered into the parish Mass Book. Because public Masses have been suspended, all names listed will be includ- The Parish Office Is Closed ed in the videotaped Mass posted to the parish YouTube page. until further notice

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Father of goodness and love, Web: www.stmaryfc.org hear our prayers Facebook: @stmarymundelein Twitter: @stmarymundelein for the sick members of our community Instagram: @stmarymundelein and for all who are in need. Amid mental and physical suffering may they find consolation in your healing presence. Show your mercy as you close wounds, Pray for cure illness, make broken bodies whole all who suffer illness, pain and grief: and free downcast spirits. Mike Marciniak, Jan Crawford, Jack Miller, Ragan May these special people Goeske, Aegan, Ruth Robertson, Beth Veitch, Lvat find lasting health and deliverance, Veitch, MaryJo Gaetano, Barb Fiske, Katie Walsh Otto and so join us in thanking you for all your gifts. We ask this through the Lord Jesus and for the repose of all who have recently died: who healed those who believed. Enrico Scala, Fank Noga, Barbara Ambrus, Chuck Amen. Pintossi, Mildren Gallagher Bitner, Wanda Only

from Jacob’s Well Dear Parishioners,

On this Easter morning, although we are unable to gather together in our parish church, we are still spiritually united as we celebrate Christ’s Resurrection from the dead. Never in our lifetime did we ever imagine celebrating the great Solemnity of Easter with our churches sitting empty while we all shelter at home. Yet the Church is not just a building. The Church is the Body of Christ and I hope that the Body of Christ has remained alive and active in your homes. inspired by you who have intentionally created sacred spaces in your homes and the time you have spent together daily in prayer. I have heard from parents who have been spending much more time with their children as they engage in e-learning, fun activities, meal preparation and the deepening of relationships. I know that for some this is a lonely time as you miss your family and friends who are also sheltering in faith.

As I read the Easter Sunday scriptures this year I am struck by what I never thought too much about before. East- er Sunday was not a joyful time for the disciples. In fact they were, in a sense, sheltering in fear. The Resurrec- tion was a surprise to the disciples. Mary of Magdala’s first reaction was that the body of Jesus was stolen. Then we have Peter, and the other disciple whom Jesus loved, running to the empty tomb. We are told that the beloved disciple saw and believed. The Easter Sunday passage ends with the line: “They did not yet understand the Scrip- ture that he had to rise from the dead.” What has been your own journey to belief and where have you experi- enced the Lord’s presence in these days of sheltering? While I miss you all dearly, I continue to find this great sense of peace each day. The words of St. Paul in his letter to the Romans remind us that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ, not even death itself.” Not even a pandemic.

Our Risen Savior is indeed with us in this challenging time and I believe He will lead us to rejoice in his glory anew! I pray that when it is safe again for us to gather for worship and to receive Him in the Sacraments, we will have a renewed appreciation for the gift of the Eucharist and that we will be ever more grateful for every good gift and blessing we have received. I pray that we will come out of this stronger in faith, closer in love, and more committed to serving the Lord in thought, word and deed.

We thank you heavenly Father for the beauty of this Easter morning and for the gift of this new day. Help us to recognize and welcome the presence of the Risen Lord as we place our hope and trust in you. Hear the prayers we offer for the protection and health of our family and friends. We call to mind all who are being affected by the corona virus. We ask that you bring healing and comfort to those who suffer illness, may they be strengthened and brought back to full health. Bless the hands and minds of those searching for a vaccine or cure and give them success. Guide the leaders around the world, that they may be filled with wisdom to lead their people out of this medical and financial crisis. Hear the prayers of those who have lost their jobs and give us the wisdom and compassion to help those who are most in need today. We offer our gratitude for those who care for the sick, all health care workers, especially those who risk their own health to care for others, and we remember all who have died, that they may know everlasting peace and rest. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Let us pray for one another,

Fr. Jerry

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REP NEWS!

The registration forms for the 2020-2021 REP year are now on the parish web site and in the kiosk in the narthex. The summer session for 2020 is now closed and families who requested

that option will be notified.

Our program cannot happen without the many volunteer catechists who share their time teaching the faith to the children. Our summer session, which runs July 6-17 from 9:00am to noon M-F, is in need of several catechists. Please contact Sue Matousek for more infor- mation at [email protected] or 847-223-0010.

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@youth_stmaryfc On Wednesday, 25 March, A Prayer Amid an Epidemic the Feast of the Annuncia- by Kerry Weber tion, Pope Francis he has invited “the Heads of the Jesus Christ, you traveled through towns and villages Churches and the leaders “curing every disease and illness.” of every Christian commu- At your command, the sick were made well. nity, together with all Chris- tians of the various confes- Come to our aid now, sions, to invoke the Al- in the midst of the global spread of the coronavirus, mighty, the omnipotent that we may experience your healing love. God, to recite at the same time the prayer that Jesus, Heal those who are sick with the virus. our Lord, taught us” – the May they regain their strength and health Our Father. “On that day through quality medical care. on which many Christians recall the Annunciation to Heal us from our fear, which prevents nations from working together the Virgin Mary of the Incarnation of the Word”, Pope Francis and neighbors from helping one another. prayed, “may the Lord listen to the united prayer of all of His disci- ples who are preparing themselves to celebrate the victory of the Heal us from our pride, Risen Christ”. which can make us claim invulnerability In addition Cardinal Cupich also asks us to be united in common to a disease that knows no borders. prayer as we ring our church bells five times every day. Jesus Christ, healer of all, stay by our side in this time of uncertainty and sorrow. 9:00 AM. Prayer for those infected with the virus and all who suffer illness: Lord, place your healing hand on those who suffer Be with those who have died from the virus. illness. Bring them to full health and ease their anxious hearts. May they be at rest with you in your eternal peace. May our prayer and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary encourage them that they are not alone. We ask this in Jesus’ Be with the families of those who are sick or have died. Name. AMEN. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. As they worry and grieve, defend them from illness and despair. 12:00 PM. Prayer for health care workers and those attending May they know your peace. to the sick: Lord, we are ennobled by those who put their lives at risk in caring for the sick. Keep them safe and embolden them Be with the doctors, nurses, researchers and all medical when they are weary. We ask this in Jesus’ Name. AMEN. professionals who seek to heal and help those affected Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. and who put themselves at risk in the process. May they know your protection and peace. 3:00 PM. Prayer for first responders and essential workers: Lord we pray for those who run to danger to keep us safe and Be with the leaders of all nations. those who serve the common good. Embrace them with your man- Give them the foresight to act with charity tle of protection and comfort the fears of their families. We ask this and true concern for the well-being of the people in Jesus’ Name. AMEN. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. they are meant to serve. Give them the wisdom to invest in long-term solutions 6:00 PM. Prayer for people of every nation and their leaders: that will help prepare for or prevent future outbreaks. Lord, the pandemic opens our eyes to see each other as brothers May they know your peace, and sisters in one human family. We pray for people of every na- as they work together to achieve it on earth. tion and their leaders, asking that they be inspired to seek the good of all and quell the voices of division. We ask this in Jesus’ Whether we are home or abroad, Name. AMEN. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. surrounded by many people suffering from this illness or only a few, 9:00 PM. - Prayer for those who have died today: Jesus Christ, stay with us as we endure and mourn, persist and prepare. Lord, we grieve the passing of our sisters and brothers who have In place of our anxiety, give us your peace. died this day. We commend them to your tender mercy, confident Jesus Christ, heal us. that nothing, not even death, will separate us from your love. We ask this in Jesus’ Name. AMEN. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. Kerry Weber is an executive editor of America. www.americamagazine.org. Reprinted by permission.

isch–ing Lines by Deacon Howard Fischer THE EASTER OCTAVE Happy Easter to you and your loved ones! F Sunday, April 12 – Sunday, April 19, 2020 While the circumstances of pandemic and canceled li- turgical services undoubtedly make this the strangest East- Eastertime lasts fifty days: seven weeks of seven er Sunday of our lives, today’s transcendent feast cannot be days (seven equals Biblical perfection) plus one restrained or defeated. Today we celebrate the Feast of the Empty Tomb. Easter is not about colored eggs or bunnies day: perfection plus! Like an eight-day Jewish wed- (not even the chocolate ones I love so much). It is about the ding, or a child who can’t bear to let go of Christ- triumph of life over death, of love over hate, of sacrifice over mas, birthdays, and school vacation, the Church greed. It is the victory of the cross and the empty tomb. Sin and celebrates the Easter Octave: “the marriage of heav- death have been conquered!! Easter reminds us that no earthly trial will ever have the ultimate victory. So viruses can keep us en and earth,” as the Vigil calls Jesus’ resurrection; locked in a house but not in a tomb! our new members’ baptismal rebirth; our renewal of baptismal vows; our hearts’ “divine vaca- The Resurrection is so glorious that we offer our praise and thanks to the God who was willing to suffer horribly and die in tion” (Latin vacare, “to be empty”), newfound time order to show the depth of his love for us. He endured the worst and space for love of God and neighbor. Make to conquer it all. You and I need to absorb the transcendent home an Easter garden! Adorn the dining table meaning of the Resurrection and to respond. Author Alice Ca- with a pillar candle (your “paschal candle”), a bowl mille writes: full of water, a vase of flowers or bowl of sprouting Easter isn’t primarily about the – that is, grain with Easter eggs. Even non-singers can han- Easter isn’t fundamentally when we celebrate what happened to dle the three-fold Gospel Alleluia! Let that be your Jesus. None of the feasts of the church are meant to be days of grace before meals, perhaps with a prayer recalling holy nostalgia. We don’t all gather on this day to peek into the empty tomb and sigh together: ‘Wasn’t it great of God to do (:13-35): “Be known to us, Risen that? To give our good Jesus a happy ending?’ Lord Jesus, as you were to the first disciples, in your word, in the breaking of bread, and in every- The scripture stories of Easter reflect our proper orientation to this feast. These are narratives of discovery and insight, com- one we meet.” missioning and departure. Most of all they are stories about —Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. witnessing. What happened to Jesus is the discovery. What it means for us is the insight. What we have to do about it is our commissioning. Where we go with it determines our departure. Whom we tell and how we tell it—now that’s our witness!

Just as the event is not meant solely for Jesus, it’s not enough for it to have some private meaning for you or me. Where do we take this message: to those who already know it, or to those who’ve never heard the merest whisper of good news? Do we share it with people we like, or with enemies or strangers? What difference does it make that, on Easter morning, the tomb is always empty?

And what is the insight and meaning we are called to share? Scripture scholar Pheme Perkins writes: “The ultimate goal of Christian life is not merely surviving death but transformation into the image of God, which is the risen Christ.” The Resurrec- tion is not a story of revitalized bodies and reanimated identi- ties. Rather, the Resurrection is about our ultimate destination of being one with God in Christ.

As the Scriptures show, the Risen One is not simply a resusci- sage we must witness each and every day through our thoughts, tated Jesus. He has been transformed. As a result, he’s unrecog- words, actions and manner of life. It is this message that will nizable at first even to his dearest friends. He’s changed into the sustain us and others through the tremendous trials of these days fullness of divine life. Thus, the “life of the world to come” is and of all days to follow. not more of the same, or even the best of the same. Rather, Easter tells us that our goal is to be eternally changed into the May the joy of the Resurrection transform our lives and move image of God, whose very nature is love. us to live each day with a new dedication to the Good News of Jesus Christ. No matter what personal challenges or global If we die with Christ, we also rise with him. The victory of threats we face, may we live each and every day inspired and Easter is our victory, too. That is the message and joy you and I sustained by the faith and hope that sprang from that empty celebrate and share today, even if the manner of our celebration tomb 2000 years ago. Happy Easter!! If you wish to contact me, is unlike any we have ever experienced before. That is the mes- please send an email to [email protected].

Mass Parish Staff

Saturday Rev. Jerome Jacob Ext. 213 Dcn. Howard Fischer Ext. 215 5:00 PM Pastor [email protected] Director of Parish Operations [email protected] Pastoral Council

Mary Lou Loomis Sunday Rev. Don Cambe Ext. 212 Ms. Tammy Kleckner Joaquin Valdes 7:30 AM Associate Pastor [email protected] Principal, [email protected] Cassandra Dye 9:30 AM Kathy Lenzen 11:30 AM Deacons Mike Alandy, Gary Kupsak, Ms. Jo Bond-Ostler Pete Coughlin Robert Poletto, Alan Sedivy Bookkeeper/Accountant [email protected] Dan Prezell

Weekday at 8:00AM Sheila Dalton Ms. Victoria Hansen Ext. 200 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Mr. Fred Vipond Ext. 234 Carey Marciniak Director of Music & Liturgy [email protected] Administrative Assistant [email protected] Thursday, Friday Marivie Alandy

Ms. Sue Matousek Ext. 218 Mr. Robert Kilkenny Ext. 304 Jon Matousek PARISH NUMBER Facilities Manager [email protected] Linda Green Director of Religious Education [email protected] 847-223-0010 Sandra Fioretti-Frank* Mr. James Shaffer

Ms. Diane Mulroe Ext. 216 Maintenance Parish Emergency Director of Human Concerns [email protected] Finance Council

224-358-3210 Mr. Grant Bright Ext. 230 Larry Molloy Rev. Ken Kiepura Coordinator of Youth Ministry [email protected] Denise Fuller Parish Fax Rev. Ed Pelrine Joe Tylka 847-223-5960 Weekend Associates Tom Zengeler Roger Fisher Patrick Tracy 22333 W. Erhart Road • Mundelein, Illinois 60060 • WWW.STMARYFC.ORG Email: [email protected] Carl Calabrese Kevin Igielski* Frassati Catholic Academy: 847-526-6311 Religious Education Program (REP) Emergency Number 847-239-2725 *ex-officio, secretary Parish Office Hours Monday–Friday 8:30AM–4:00PM

Sacrament of Penance Saturdays 4:00—4:40 PM, and by appointment Baptisms Ordinarily during the Mass on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month and after the Mass on the other Sundays, outside of Lent. Parents are required to participate in a Baptismal Preparation class before scheduling a Baptism. Adult Initiation Adults who wish to become Roman Catholics are enrolled in a formation process that includes prayer, dialogue, instruction, and introduction to the Church’s life and values, rituals and tradition. Call the parish office for more information. Marriage St. Mary Parish rejoices with parishioners who are preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. The Archdiocese of Chicago requires that a wedding be scheduled at least six months in advance so that the couple may receive necessary preparation. A parish wedding information packet is available at the parish office. Ministry of Care Ministers of Care visit the homes of the sick, homebound, or hospitalized and bring Holy Communion to them. Call the parish office when a pastoral visit is desired. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is administered by the parish priest upon request. New parishioners We welcome new members who wish to worship with us and support the parish’s work and mission. New Parishioner Welcome session is offered on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Time of registration is 10:45AM—11:25AM. If you are unable to make the Welcoming Session, please call the parish office to schedule time to register.