Page 1 St. Mary of the Woods 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Faith Time Community November 11, 2012 Rev. Patrick G. Cecil, Pastor 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time—November 11, 2012
RT. REV. MSGR. LEO T. MAHON, Pastor Emeritus MR. DONALD COLONNA, Business Manager REV. RAYMOND F. KLEES, Associate Pastor MRS. MARY YAMOAH, Principal REV. DONALD J. HEADLEY, Resident MRS. KATHY KAMINSKI, Parish Secretary MRS. MARCIA MAHONEY, Pastoral Associate/DRE MRS. JOYCE CONRAD, School Secretary PATTI & BILL MAGES, Diaconal Couple MR. JON LEBARON, Athletic Director/Gym Supervisor CHUCK THOMPSON, Deacon MR. JEFFREY ZYDLO, Maintenance Supervisor MRS. MARY ANNE EICHHORN, Music Director RECTORY 7033 N. Moselle Ave. Tel. 773-763-0206 SCHOOL 7033 N. Moselle Ave. Tel. 773-763-7577 PARISH RESOURCE CENTER 7033 N. Moselle Ave. Tel. 773-763-1603 PARISH JUBILEE HOUSE 7045 N. Moselle Ave Tel. 773-775-5204 ST. MARY OF THE WOODS WEB SITE: W W W . S M O W . O R G MASS SCHEDULE Sat. evening, Vigil Mass: 4:30 PM THE SICK: The Parish Office should be notified about Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM and 12:00 Noon anyone who is seriously ill at home or in a hospital. Due to Weekdays: Mon-Fri 6:30 and 8:00 AM privacy laws, hospitals and nursing homes are unable to contact us. Sat. 8:00 AM Holy Days: 6:30, 8:00AM, (9:00 AM during FAITH COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP: Catholics who school session) and 7:30 PM wish to become members of our parish are asked kindly to CONFESSIONS: Saturdays, 3:30 to 4:15 PM introduce themselves to one of the priests and register at BAPTISM: We joyfully welcome all children to the rectory. the St. Mary of the Woods community. A Baptism If you are not Catholic you are most welcome at our wor- preparation session is required for all parents wish- ship services. Should you wish to inquire into the Catholic ing to have their child baptized. Please call Deacon Faith, please contact Fr. Pat Cecil or Mrs. Marcy Mahoney Mages at the Rectory —773-763-0206 — to make at the rectory. arrangements PRIOR to the birth of your child. WEDDINGS: Those considering marriage should MOVING? consult one of the priests at least six months before When moving in or out of St. Mary of the Woods Faith the wedding. Community, please notify the Parish Office. Page 2 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 Congratulations George and Mary
On Sunday, November 4th, George and Mary Saffa received the Christifidelis Award from the Archdiocese of Chicago at a ceremony at Holy Name Cathedral at which Cardinal Francis George presided. The award was given to them by our Vicar, Bishop Frank Kane, who is pictured with them here.
This award is bestowed upon a Catholic lay person or couple who has demonstrated in parish life the personal and minis- terial renewal called for by the Papal Exhortation, “Christifidelis Laici” calling lay men and women to the vocation of responsibility for the Church’s life springing from the mission of their baptism. Those receiving the award have mani- fested an understanding of the teachings of the Church and have lived a life formed in the Catholic Spiritual Tradition. They have used their talents to deepen the life of the Church in the parish or have served in an extraordinary way the ministry of the parish. The Saffas have been members of the parish since 1977 and they live on McAlpin Avenue. They have been very ac- tive in our Christmas Basket Project, which helps to give Christmas gifts to those at our sharing parish, St. Sylvester, who otherwise might go without. George has been a lector for many years and has been a part or our Holy Name liturgical celebrations. Other parish members who have received the Christifidelis Award are:
Tony & Trish Riggio Dolores Coughlin Fran & Ed Molloy Betty Blank Eileen Griffin Bob Brunetti Rick & Lorraine Klinkenberg Jim Sweany
We are grateful for the ministry and devotion to St. Mary of the Woods Faith Community these men and women have given. A Little More About Father Aiden Recently I received a little more information from Father Aiden O’Boyle. He is the eldest of three sons and his family lived in the rural west of Ireland five miles west of Ballina, County Mayo. His father was a farmer and his mother was a nurse. After high school, Father Aiden attended St. Patrick College in Maynooth and was ordained in 1992. He went to graduate school in Rome, and returned to Ireland for a number of assignments. In January, 2009, he came to Chicago for graduate studies at Loyola University and resided at St. Benedict’s on Irving Park Road. He returned to where he is now, at St. Tiernan Church in Crossmolina, County Mayo, in July, 2011. As I mentioned last week, Father Aiden plans to join us after January 7, 2013. When I know his specific date of arri- val, I will let you know as well.
Peace, Father Pat Page 3 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012
Veterans day, 2012
A chaplain, who happened to be assigned to the Pentagon, told of an incident that happened right after Flight 77 hit the Pentagon on 9/11. A daycare facility inside the Pentagon had many children, including infants who were in heavy cribs. The daycare supervisor, looking at all the children they needed to evacuate, was in a panic over what they could do. There were many children, mostly toddlers, as well as the in- fants that would need to be taken out with the cribs. There was no time to try to bundle them into carriers and strollers. Just then a young Marine came running into the center and asked what they needed. After hearing what the center director was trying to do, he ran back out into the hallway and disap- peared. The director thought, "Well, here we are, on our own." Two minutes later, that Marine returned with 40 other Ma- rines in tow. Each of them grabbed a crib with a child, and the rest started gathering up toddlers. The director and her staff then helped them take all the chil- dren out of the center and down toward the park near the Poto- mac and the Pentagon. Once they got about 3/4 of a mile out- side the building, the Marines stopped in the park, and then did a fabulous thing—they formed a circle with the cribs, which were quite sturdy and heavy. Inside this circle of cribs, they put the toddlers, to keep them from wandering off. Outside this circle were the 40 Marines, forming a perimeter around the children and waiting for instructions. There they remained until the parents could be notified and come get their children. It was an incredible story of our men there. Could we expect any less of them? Its the Military, not the politicians that ensure our right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Its the Military who salute the flag, who serve beneath the flag, and whose coffin is draped by the flag. If you care to offer a small token of recognition and appreciation for the military, pray for our men and women who have served and are currently serving our country, and pray for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Page 4 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 St. Mary of the Woods School is currently accepting new students in all grades! At St. Mary of the Woods, we believe that:
• Children are the center of all learning. • Teachers are the role models and facilitators at school. • Children are unique individuals possessing varying needs. • Children are guided to realize their dignity and the dignity of others. • Children are guided to realize their full potential as members of the parish, this community and as future members of society and the global community.
Call our principal, Mary Yamoah, at 773-763-7577 to make an appointment to tour our Blue Ribbon School!
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
Thanksgiving...Christmas...New Year's...all days that usually mean family, friends, and cele- brations. However, when a loved one has died, these days Luke in the Coming can cause your pain to intensify.
Liturgical Year Whether this is the first, fifth, or even tenth year On without your loved one, this time of year can bring back tears and pain. November 13, 20 and 27 If you are trying to cope with the upcoming Holiday Don Headley will present classes Season, the Bereavement Support Group invites you to our next meeting on Saturday, November 17th, at on the Gospel according to Luke 8:30 A.M. in Jubilee House, located at 7045 N. and the Act of the Apostles. Moselle Ave. (two houses north of the Rectory).
We will offer ideas to help you face these upcoming All are welcome holidays, and maybe relieve some of your fears and to join in the Parish Resource anxieties.
Center from 7-9pm. For more information, please contact Tom Reagan at (847)824-9926 Page 5 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 Page 6 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012
Excerpt from: When I Call For Help: A Pastoral Response To Domestic Violence Against Women
When I Call for Help: A Prayer
One source of healing we have in our lives as Christians is prayer. Psalm 55 may be an especially apt prayer for [persons] who are dealing with abusive situations. With all of you we pray these verses: Listen, God, to my prayer; do not hide from my pleading; hear me and give answer.
If an enemy had reviled me, that I could bear; If my foe had viewed me with contempt, from that I could hide. But it was you, my other self, my comrade and friend, You, whose company I enjoyed, at whose side I walked in procession in the house of God.
But I will call upon God, and the Lord will save me. At dusk, dawn, and noon I will grieve and complain, and my prayer will be heard. (Ps 55:2-3, 13-15, 17-18) Page 7 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012
Are you looking for work or seeking ways to increase your business contacts? Are you willing to help others in transition? Come join the Business Networking Group at our next support meeting on: Thursday, November 15th at 7:00 pm in the Parish Resource Center Guest Speaker: Mike Collins Innovation: Ideas to Action
Remember, it is about who you know… so come expand your network with us! For more information, email Mike Kaminski at [email protected]
Or visit our ministry web site at www.SMOW.org.
You are invited to join our LinkedIn group: “SMOW Business Networking Group” to expand your network!
Principal Points Time for a Mani/Pedi?
Tracy Maksud, SMOW Parishoner, from Nano’s Hair & Day Spa is sponsoring a fundraiser for SMOW!
Book any Manicure & Pedicure with Tracy and she will give $10 back to St. Mary of the Woods School!
Must book with Tracy directly at On Tuesday, November 13, Mary Beth Ginley and I will 847-502-2167 accept the National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Good on Fridays and Saturdays Award on behalf of the St. Mary of the Woods school only community in Washington, D.C. Our school has been identified as one of the highest performing schools in the This will be offered from nation in reading and mathematics as measured by nation- October thru May ally normed tests. Congratulations once again to students, parents, teachers, administration, and the entire faith com- Make sure to let her know you are munity for your dedication, efforts and desire to make our from SMOW! school one of the best! We ask that you join us at our SMOW School Mass on Sunday, November 18th at 10:30 Nano’s Hair and Day Spa is located at so we can recognize and present this award to the whole 5339 W. Devon, Chicago parish community. We hope to see you there. God Bless, Mrs. Yamoah Page 8 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012
Thanksgiving Dessert Thank you from St. Mary Please bring a Pecan, Pumpkin, Cherry, Apple or of the Woods Altar & Rosary Society other fruit pie to our 9:00 am Mass on Thanksgiving A special thank you to all who attended Bunco for Day, November 22nd. The pies will be served to the Breast Cancer game night. We had fun while supporting poor, elderly and homeless at St. Mary of the Lake a great cause! We would like to share a letter from one Soup Kitchen. of our parishioners:
Would you please help make their Thanksgiving “Dear Great Ladies, These thoughts came to me after the shock special? that I won the most games at Bunco nite. I sat at every table and met all of you GREAT women. If you have any questions, please call Sue Sullivan I knew most of you by face, but not by name. I got at to know your individual uniqueness that night and want 773-774-9375 or e-mail [email protected]. to thank all of you for a great evening. God gave me a privilege that night I will never forget. God bless...”
Thank you! And, a special thanks for the generous donations: • Joan O’Grady • Barbara Dunderdale • Deb Ryan • Sara Szucs and the Women’s Volleyball League • Meggan Stanton We couldn’t have done it without your help! Joanne Dunderdale and Kim Swinkle Bunco for Breast Cancer Co-Chairs
Dear SMOW Community,
Thank you for purchasing Taffy Apples! Your help gave the homeless a Halloween treat through our local soup kitchen. We believe that this service project has brought our community closer together. Our 8th grade class believes that it is important to give back to the less fortunate. We appreciate your generosity.
Religious Education Confirmation Class of 2012-2013
Call Nancy Kerstein at 773-792-0884 for questions about the play. Page 9 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 St. Mary of the Woods Parish Food Drive
The New Hope Food Pantry is an emer- gency food pantry serving zip codes 60630, 60631, 60646, and 60656, Edgebrook, Edi- son Park and Norwood Park. We provide a three to four day supply of food to families in need once per month. We seek to provide all that is needed for a well-balanced diet although we are only supplementing the household need. New Hope serves all people regardless of religious affiliation. New Hope currently serves 900 people per month and the number is increasing Please be as generous as possible. Bring your donations to masses on Saturday, November 17th and Sunday, November 18th. Remember we are all stewards to each other. Additional in- formation will be available by the church entrance November 3rd and 4th, November 10th and 11th and November 17th and 18th.
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink…” (Mt 25: 35)
Volleyball Coaches Ear-warmers for Uptown
My name is Lauretta Sage and I am the coordi- The SMOW Athletic Board is looking nator of Edgebrook Lutheran Church’s Prayer Shawl for non-parent and parent coaches to Ministry. We are partnering with our Night Ministry coach volleyball for grades 5-8 for the Winter 2012- to make “ear-warmers” that will be given to the 2013 season. Those interested must complete an Night Ministry Bus on December 5th for distribution application and submit it to the Athletic Director by to those in need. December 1. Interviews will be held for all inter- ested applicants with a representative from the Ath- We are inviting St. Mary of the Woods and any letic Board. individuals with knitting and/or crocheting talents who might be interested in helping reach our goal of Applications can be downloaded at: http:// 125 ear-warmers. The ear-warmers take less than sports.smowschool.org 1/2-skein worsted-weight yarn to complete.
Nursery I would ask that anyone in your congregation 10:30AM Mass who might be interested in helping with this worth- while effort to please contact me if they have any Did you know that there is babysit- questions. We ask that the ear-warmers be completed ting available for children 4 and by December 1st. I will be happy to pick up any younger during 10:30 Mass? Baby- completed ear-warmers. Please contact me and give sitting meets in the Kindergarten classroom (next door directions for pick-up. Again, questions can be di- to Sunday school.) There is a parent as well as a helper rected to: [email protected]. watching the children. There are lots of toys to play with and new friends to meet. If you have any ques- Yours in Christ, Lauretta L. Sage tions, please email Coordinator, Prayer Shawl Ministry, [email protected]. Thank you! Edgebrook Lutheran Church, 773-763-2121 Page 10 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012
The Holy Name Society along with the 2012 Italian Night Committee would like to thank eve- ryone involved with helping make Italian Night 2012 a great success. Thank you also to our 300+ attendees who helped contribute to a wonderful evening of fun and camaraderie and raise over $10,000 for the school. A very special thanks to our hosts Trish & Tony Riggio whose support for 43 years has been nothing short of incredible. Grazie!
Michael Rabbitt John, Susan, & Nora Murray Sarah Rabbitt Tom Misiewicz Craig, Billy & Joanne Dunderdale Lee, George, Lucy, &Joan Kemper John & Eileen Goebelbecker Carolyn Novy Jim & Bridget Sepich Patti Iussa Curt & Beth Coolidge Kathleen Laffey Mike & Kathy Hoffman Maureen & Frank Vance Bob & Summer Maso Mary Joyce Kilroy John & Teresa Koutnik John, Sue, & Jack Di Silvestro John & Marijo Talaga Susan Schueler Mark& Pam Cassidy Jackie & Mike Miscovitch Christina & Pat McGowan Ellen Donnelly Ron & Jen Golembiewski Art Kelly Vincent & LuLu Schwab Nick & JoEllen McManamon Sue Lopez Kevin & Lisa Flanagan Thresa Dyra Karen& Mic O'Rourke Julie Fabre Kim&Jerry Swinkle Mike & Christy Carter Tom & Gloria Moran Steve Wolfrom Joe Pomey Nancy MacIntosh Steven Jay Karen Murowski Bob Newton Bernadeta Maka George Ascencio Jeff Juhasz Steve& Julie Roth Deacon Mages Halina & Christoph Stowkowski Jeanne &Martin McNeil Dan Belmont John & Dierdre Kerrigan Mary & Tony Connolly Kathy Kaminski Lori & Michael Rago Marti Corcoran Mary & Dave Franco Dave &Molly Bayless Jeff Zydlo & crew Jon LeBaron Ed & Karen Sutoris Sue &Dan Allen Amanda Thompson Carrie Kelleher Brian Williams Agnes & Virginia Connolly Elizabeth Brunke Shannon Bayless Tony Karwatowicz Diedra & John Kerrigan Please forgive any omissions of names and let us know if we missed you. We are very grateful to everyone who helped and attended.
November 13th
“Fourth Annual Veterans Job and Benefits Fair Roosevelt High School 3436 W Wilson 10am -2 pm Admission: FREE This event is being sponsored by Cook County Commissioner Edwin Reyes (8th District). This Fair will offer a variety of services from various government agencies to those who have defended our nation’s freedom. Ser- vice providers and employers will be available to speak with the veterans. Please bring a resume and your DD- 214 or military/veteran ID. For more information please call 773-588-1129 or 312-603-6386. Please share with your neighbors and friends.
Participating in community events provides for a strong and safe community. Page 11 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 Page 12 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 NATIVITY SET/ Fair Trade Coffee Sales Return CRÈCHE Now that construction at Saint Mary’s is completed, CENE the Racial Social Justice Ministry will again be selling S Fair Trade coffee and tea each month. We will be selling DISPLAY coffee on: November 24 & 25
November 17/18 Sponsored by the December 15/16 St. Mary of the Woods Fine Arts Council All of our coffee and tea products are from Equal Exchange, which is a certified fair trade company that Parishioners are invited to share and display their works with CRS, Catholic Relief Services. The CRS family or personal Nativity Set/Crèche Scene with Fair Trade Program works to enlist Catholics and other our Faith Community in the Parish Resource center. socially conscious consumers in the United States in the Please contact Bea Pucci (773)763-2069 for promotion of an alternative system of international trade additional information. that is rooted in right relationships—relationships that respect human dignity, promote economic justice and cultivate global solidarity. CRS works with Fair Trade Organizations like Equal Exchange to link its constituents in the United States with CRS-supported farmers and artisans overseas. By supporting the Fair Trade movement we have an opportunity to bring the core values of our SEE CARDINAL’S faith to bear on the choices we make as consumers. LETTER ON PAGE 11.
Saint Mary of the Woods Collection Information Four Week Rolling Four Week Rolling % Change Weekly budgeted Over/(under) Budget Average-Previous year Average- 2012 giving 10/30/2011 10/28/2012 $15,933.00 $14,400.00 (9.62) $15,673.00 ($1,273.00)
YTD Collection YTD Budgeted Difference 7/1/12—6/30/13 ($15,673.00/Wk.) Total Budgeted $244,931.00 $282,114.00 ($17,183.00)
SEPARATE SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEK FOR THE CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Next week's Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) needs your support. CCHD was founded to end the cycle of poverty in America by funding organizations that help individuals help themselves. With the tradition of improving education, housing situations, and economic development, CCHD continues to make a positive impact in communities nationwide. Fight poverty in America. Defend human dignity. Give to the CCHD Collection.
PLEASE REMEMBER ST. MARY OF THE WOODS WHEN MAKING OUT YOUR WILL. The Second Separate Collection this week is for Victims of Hurricane Sandy Page 13 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 Monday, ALTAR SERVERS 6:30 am 11/12——J. Kelleher 11/13——T. Serbin November 12 11/14——N. Colegrove 6:30——Alma Whiteman 11/15——B. O’Neill 8:00——Joseph Doyle 11/16——J. Novy Tuesday, November 13 8:00 am 6:30——Jack & Luke Kaspar 11/12,13——R. Maloney, V. Connolly 8:00——Deceased Parishioners 11/14,15——J. Sopko, C. Cassidy Wednesday, November 14 11/16,17—— M. Hoffman, S. Horan 6:30——Ottavio & Rosina Moretti 8:00——Fredrick Novy/Mary Klatt/ SACRISTANS TEAM #1 November 16, 2012 Martin Cooney Thursday, November 15 Julie Albaugh Joanne Dunderdale 6:30——Deceased Parishioners Amelia Faxel Jane Foran 8:00——Lorraine Voight Peggy Gernady Kathy Pascente Friday, November 16 Kathy Schnoor Patty Stapleton 6:30——Pasquale Riggio Chuck Ulie 8:00——John T. Reagan/Mildred Powell Saturday, November 17 8:00——Jimmie Williams Mary DeLisle, Mother of Eileen; Sally Foy, Mother of Geraldine Foy, Moira Foy, Barbara Salemme and Grandfather of PRAYER OF THE WEEK Timothy and Jeffrey Salemme. November 11, 2012, Thirty-second Sunday in Ord. Time Almighty and merciful God, graciously keep from us all adversity, so that, unhindered in mind and body alike, READINGS FOR THE WEEK: we may pursue in freedom of heart the things that are yours. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, Monday: Ti 1:1-9; Lk 17:1-6 who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, Tuesday: Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Lk 17:7-10 one God, for ever and ever. Wednesday: Ti 3:1-7; Lk 17:11-19
Reflection question: Thursday: Phlm 7-20; Lk 17:20-25 How does adversity hinder me from pursuing the things of Friday: 2 Jn 4-9; Lk 17:26-37 God? Saturday: 3 Jn 5-8; Lk 18:1-8 Collect text from the English translation of The Roman Missal, © 2010, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Sunday: Dn 12:1-3; Ps 16; Heb 10:11-14, 18; Mk 13:24-32 Copyright © J. S. Paluch Company, Inc. PRAY THE ROSARY PLEASE TURN OFF FOR PEACE CELL PHONES IN CHURCH Every morning after the 8:00am Out of respect for our Liturgy and out Mass, the Rosary is prayed. of courtesy for your fellow parishioners, we Please consider joining us in this ask that you PLEASE turn off your cell very powerful prayer for peace. phones and pagers before you enter the church. Thank you!
Crisis Pregnancy Hotline — 800-400-4205
Post Abortion Healing — 888-456-HOPE (4673) Page 14 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012 Saturday and Sunday, November 17 and 18, 2012
Mass Mass Time Presider Intentions Servers Lectors Eucharist Ministers 4:30 p.m. Fr. Headley Patricia Ann McWeeny/ C. Maso T. McBride L. Durdov* Lillian & Thomas McWeeny/ A. Dunham M. Healy M. Killackey* Homilist: Fr. Cecil Lucille & Daniel LoPresti/ P. Adams Joseph & Mary Lencioni B. Alleman A. Downs B. Hennig K. Regan G. Tabano L. Tabano
7:30 a.m. Fr. Headley Joan Kleinhubert/ J. Sopko B. Bullock J. Maurice* Albert Nardi/ T. Novy K. Hansen C. Pivnicka* Homilist: Fr. Cecil Gabriel Maros E. Molloy K. Murray R. Naegele C. Skelly B. Topp
9:00 a.m. Fr. Cecil Joanne Blachut/ M. Kennedy R. Seward S. Rabbitt* Steve Loomis/ J. O’Rourke M. Inclan T. Riggio* Homilist: Fr. Cecil Joseph Doyle/ N. Biesinger Stephen A. Maslowski J. Clohisy B. Kudlinski P. Maher C. Mroczek T. Reagan T. Tadin
10:30 a.m. Fr. Cecil Raymond Clark/ N. Talaga J. Toohey P. Hild* Mary Haase/ G. Forde T. Reagan D. O’Malley* Eileen Byrne/ D. Allen Homilist: Fr. Cecil Sr. Mary Ligoria V. Hoover J. Kelly S. Kelly B. Merck S. Mesa M. Newton
Noon: Fr. Klees Richard Murphy/ M. Thompson K. Hack B. Blank* Robert Hellman/ C. Freedman P. Drott S. Sain* Homilist: Fr. Cecil Marty Scullion/ L. Dougherty Domenic & Susan Franceschinis C. Kolak M. Mahoney S. Melaniphy M. Sandell
PLEASE NOTE Submissions for the Parish Bulletin must be delivered to the rectory or e-mailed to [email protected] no later than Thursday, by 4:00 p.m. of the week before publication. (Ten days prior to the weekly publication date.) Call Bill Mages at the rectory with questions (773-763-0206), or e-mail him at [email protected]. Thank you! Page 15 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2012
BAPTISM PREPARATION PROGRAM The St. Mary of the Woods Baptism Preparation Program is for all parents who wish to have their children baptized. The pro- gram consists of one evening meeting with a leader couple and one of our staff. The meeting takes place at 7:15pm. The dates through February of 2013 are as follows:
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 NO DECEMBER MEETING Tuesday, January 8, 2013 Tuesday, February 12, 2013
If you are expecting a child or already have a new addition to your family and have NOT been through the preparation program, please call Bill Mages at the Rectory—773-763-0206, in order to sign up for one of the meetings. Please remember that you need to attend a meeting before we can schedule a date for a baptism.
God bless you!