Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross February 1, 2015

“Trust all things to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and to Mary Help of Feast of Christians, and you will see what miracles are.” January 31

“Without confidence and love, there can be no true education. If you want to be loved… you must first love yourselves, and make your children feel that you love them.” ….Saint HOLY CROSS CHURCH February 1, 2015 CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS

HAPPY FEAST DAY , PASTORAL STAFF SERVING HOLY CROSS Fr. David Sajdak, S.D.B., Pastor ST. JOHN BOSCO! Fr. Joseph Santa Bibiana, S.D.B., Parochial Vicar Fr. William Bucciferro, S.D.B., in residence John Bosco was born in a tiny village called Becchi in northern Deacon Henry ‘Hank’ Hart . The village of Becchi now belongs to the municipality of Deacon Ed Mohrbacher , in the province of Asti, the region of Deacon Robert ‘Bob’ Ulbrich

Piemonte. It is still a tiny place on the map! The only thing that TRUSTEES makes it stand out today is what the Salesians have built there Tom Murray John Powers in honor of their founder. DIRECTOR OF MUSIC For someone to come from such an obscure, remote reality and Scott Montgomery become known throughout the Catholic world back in the 1800’s, with no multi-media, is at least a minor miracle, and TRIBUNAL AUDITORS definitely the work of the Holy Spirit. Today, St. John Bosco is a Deacon Ed Mohrbacher Deacon Henry Hart popular saint among educators and youth workers, as well as a favorite with diocesan clergy. MASSES th Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Vigil Mass John Bosco was born on August 16 , 1815. The Salesian Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., & 4:00 p.m. Family throughout the world is preparing for the celebration of Daily: 7:00 a.m. Mon--Fri, 6:30 p.m. Wed, his 200th birthday! Every year the Church celebrates his feast st and 8:15 a.m. Sat. day on January 31 . This year special festivities and trips to his birthplace are being planned around the globe. The Salesians HOLY CROSS PARISH OFFICE and Salesian Sisters are in over 120 countries. 405 W. Clark St., Champaign, Illinois, 61820 From humble beginnings, John Bosco felt a Divine call in his life Phone: 217-352-8748 Fax: 217-366-2929 from boyhood. With the direction from his saintly mother, e-mail address: [email protected] Margaret, the guidance of his holy pastor, and the gifts of Divine website: www.holycrosscatholic.org Providence, John answered God’s call to the priesthood. He was ordained a priest on June 5th, 1841. Fr. John Bosco HOLY CROSS SCHOOL became known as Don Bosco because “don” is the Italian word Christina Ellis, Principal for “father.” 410 W. White, Champaign, Illinois, 61820 Phone: 217-356-9521 Fax: 217-356-1745 Don Bosco pursued further studies after ordination, and it was during this time that he became aware of the bleak plight of ADORATION hundreds of young people who came into the city of Turin Fridays all day, with Benediction at 4:45 p.m. looking for work. These young people were without proper housing, education, and guidance. They had no one to be their RECONCILIATION advocate, mentor, and father-figure. Don Bosco became all of Saturday: 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. these to the young of Turin. Monday through Friday: 6:45 to 6:55 a.m. Don Bosco gathered the young to educate them and prepare Or by appointment. them to become good contributors to society. He established BAPTISM: Second and fourth Sunday of the month, “oratories” for the young to come to play and socialize, but also after the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Parents must be registered to study and learn about their faith. Don Bosco insisted his members and attend a baptismal preparation session, young people do their very best to become positive contributors preferably before the birth of the child. Contact the to society, but always with the intention of bringing them some Parish Office three months in advance to schedule. day to heaven. MATRIMONY: Couples contemplating marriage should At the time of Don Bosco's death in 1888 there were 250 houses call the Pastor at least eight months in advance. At of the Salesian Society in all parts of the world, containing least one partner must be a registered parishioner at 130,000 children. Up to that time over 6,000 priests had gone Holy Cross and be actively practicing the faith. If you forth from Don Bosco's institutions, 1,200 of whom had have had a previous marriage, set no marriage date remained in the Salesian society. Today there are nearly 16,000 until you have discussed this with your Pastor. Salesian priests and brothers in the Church, and another 16,000 Salesian Sisters, who continue Don Bosco’s work of being CARE OF THE SICK: Call the Parish Office to make “instruments of God’s love to the young.” arrangements at any time for Communion and/or the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Happy Feast Day, Don Bosco! We know you are praying for us so we can know and love Our Lord as much as you do. BULLETIN DEADLINE: Two Wednesdays prior to the bulletin in which the information will be posted. Fr. Dave Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

OUR PARISH

TODAY IS SCOUT SUNDAY!

Mass Intentions for the Week Scout Sunday, celebrated at the 10:00 a.m. Mass today, is an annual event that recognizes the religious achievements of boys and girls Monday, Feb. 2 involved in Scouting. These achievements are 7:00 a.m. Francis Fleming and Daniel based on the individual Scouting program and Tuesday, Feb. 3 promote age appropriate religious learning for Boy Scouts, 7:00 a.m. Bob Cain Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Brownies. Wednesday, Feb. 4 Boy Scout Troop 9 is hosting a Pancake & 7:00 a.m. Bernard W. Bowen 6:30 p.m. Memorial Mass Sausage Breakfast today at the Parish Thursday, Feb. 5 Center after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Masses. 7:00 a.m. Jozef Vamos Proceeds help support Scouting at Holy Cross Friday, Feb. 6 School. Stop by to enjoy a tasty breakfast! 7:00 a.m. First Friday Memorial 8:15 a.m. Stacy Wisegarver (All School Mass) Remember the Baby Bottles? Saturday, Feb. 7 8:15 a.m. Rita McMahon Remember the Baby Bottles you 5:30 p.m. In honor of Dorothy Lierman picked up at church recently? All Sunday, Feb. 8 donations support Living Alternatives, 8:00 a.m. Dorothy Sullivan a Crisis Pregnancy Center here in 10:00 a.m. For the Parishioners Champaign. Holy Cross School and 4:00 p.m. Mike Lachenmyer Parish are participating. Please turn in your bottles this weekend, January 31st/February 1st..If you forgot yours, just drop it off at the Parish Office during the week or bring it in next weekend. Thank you for supporting Life! NEWEST MEMBER OF THE CHURCH and of Holy Cross, through the Sacrament of Baptism, is James Thomas, son of Phillip and Jean Mc- Carthy. Let us support James on his faith journey! Save the Date! WATCH Weekend

Friday, February 27th — Sunday, March 1st FAITHFUL DEPARTED. Your prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Patrick Higgins. May his Plan to be part of the WATCH Weekend. soul and all the souls of the Faithful Departed, Join fellow parishioners who want to grow in their faith through the mercy of God, rest in peace. and deepen their relationship with God.

More information to come. THE HOLY CROSS BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP will meet TODAY, February 1st, after the 10:00 a.m. Mass in the Parish Center Lower Level. Anyone suffering the loss of Second Collection: There will be a second collection a loved one is welcome to attend. on Ash Wednesday, February 18th, for Aid to Eastern

Europe Churches. Envelopes for that cause are in your box COFFEE & DONUTS VOLUNTEERS for February th of envelopes or will also be available at the back of the 8 are Stan and Susan Burton for the 8:00 a.m. church. Mass crowd and the Katie Costa family for the 10:00 a.m. Mass crowd. Thank you! Volunteers

have filled most of the slots. Just two slots left! A SPECIAL INVITATION… HOLY CROSS MOM’S GROUP. We'll meet Wednesday, th All current Extraordinary Ministers of Holy February 4 , 9-11 a.m. in the parish library. The nursery Communion and any parishioners who will be open for little ones to play while we enjoy some fel- would be interested in serving in this lowship. Join us to gain a little knowledge about a Salesian ministry are invited to join Fr. Dave in the Saint, Blessed Laura Vicuna. Hope to see you Wednesday! church at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9th. Extraordinary

Ministers of Holy Communion are an important ministry in EBRUARY EAVENLY USTERS are Angie F H D the life of our parish. Please consider joining us for this Poulsen and Susan Burton. gathering.

Fish Fry Volunteers Needed! LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE

What a great way to get to know your fellow parish family members and give service to Saturday, Feb. 7 the parish at the same time! 5:30 p.m. Lector: Elizabeth Kelley Euch Min: Lynette Lykins, Charlie Parr, We are looking for volunteers to work at Dennis Menke, Gloria Fellers, least one hour during the Fish Fry. Choose from the follow- John Kelley ing times, any or all: 5:15 p.m.—6:15 p.m., 6:15 p.m. to Servers: Colin Kelley, Maria Stipes, about 7:15 p.m., or clean-up crew. Jobs include clearing Kindal Boatright tables, pouring sodas, helping people to their seats, taking out trash, etc. Please call Jessica McMahon at 355-1197 to Sunday, Feb. 8 sign up. The Fish Fry starts Friday, February 20th. 8:00 a.m. Lector: Victoria Fitzgerald Euch Min: Judy Deverell, Greg Koerner, It’s the best fun you’ll ever have working! John Deponai III, Joseph Hacker, Frances Hacker Servers: Jon Gibas, Sarah Gibas, Josh Koerner DINNER FOR OUR PRIESTS

Some parish families provide dinner for our priests one 10:00 a.m. Lector: Daniel Howie weekday a month. If you would like to be among those Euch Min: Margie Hoss, Karen Ulbrich, providers who are so appreciated by our priests, call the Carol Bergeson, Peg Swanson, Parish Office at 352-8748 to schedule a day. Or log in to Steve Carter, John Cunningham, the calendar and sign up using the following information: Vanna Cunningham

www.carecalendar.org Servers: Jessica Duchinsky, Julia Tangen, Care calendar # 154196 Sarah Tangen Helper security code: 9944 4:00 p.m. Lector: Ed Seebauer Another option: Give our priests restaurant gift cards or Euch Min: Sally Feller, Sharon Foreman, have take-out delivered to them. Rob MacKichan, Joan Cabutti, Lee Cabutti Servers: Bri Hege, Becca Hege, RECYCLE YOUR MAGNIFICATS Carolyn Hege

Please place your old Magnificats in the basket provided at the back of the church and we will use them for various projects and ministries. Thank you. 7:00 a.m. WEEKDAY SERVER SCHEDULE M on T ue Wed T hu F ri 2 3 4 5 6 Kindal Sydney John Paul Natalie Jon Boatright, McMahon, Hoffman, Deptula, Gibas, Max Emma Noelle Alondra Sarah Stewart, Brunson, Schacht, Feliciano, Gibas, REFLECTIONS ON THE POPE'S Brady Bailey Tony Abby Ginny MONTHLY INTENTIONS, FEBRUARY 2015 Boatright McMahon Hoffman, Deptula Friedman, Daniel Annika Universal Intention: Prisoners Caughlin Scott That prisoners, especially the young, may be able to rebuild lives of dignity. 2014 Church Contributions Tax Statements

Evangelization Intention: Separated Spouses In order to save money on postage and office supplies, That married people who are separated may find welcome Annual Statements for 2014 contributions to the church will and support in the Christian community. not be sent automatically. If you need a copy for your tax return, please call the Parish Office at 352-8748. www.apostleshipofprayer.org Or email [email protected].

FINANCE INFORMATION

JUST A REMINDER: The Second Collection will be taken up next weekend for the Holy Cross Development Fund.

You may use the Yellow Development Fund envelope or put your contribution in an envelope marked Development Fund. Be sure to include your name to th Week of JAN. 25 $10,107.76 receive tax credit. OUR SCHOOLS OUR DIOCESE

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REGISTERING STUDENTS, PRESCHOOL—8TH GRADE YEAR OF THE CONSECRATED LIFE

World Day for Consecrated Life will be celebrated the Parents often tell us one reason they choose Holy Cross th th School is the sense of community they feel when they walk weekend of February 7 and 8 . Please pray on that week- through our doors. Their children feel welcome, cared for, end for all those who have made commitments in the con- and safe. From athletic competitions to family events, secrated life. school activities, and liturgical celebrations, we learn, pray, In 1997, Pope John Paul Il instituted a day of prayer for play and grow together. women and men in consecrated life. Register today, 217-356-9521 This celebration is traditionally attached to the Feast of the

Presentation of the Lord on February 2nd. This Feast is also SCHOOL MUSICAL. Mark your calendars to see this known as Candlemas Day, the day on which candles are year’s school production of The Little Mermaid, Thursday, th st blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world. So February 26 through Sunday March 1 . More info to come. too, those in consecrated life are called to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to all peoples. Consecrated persons are a gift for the whole Church. Our HOLY CROSS SCHOOL thanks to all religious and consecrated persons serving in Crusader Cash Calendar Raffle our parish. Support over 100 years of education

90 chances to win $10/chance

Winnings range from $20 to $500 Winners every day starting Monday, January 25th, through Sunday, April 26th Want to win? Come by the Parish Office or School Office to purchase your tickets.

High School of St. Thomas More 352-7210 www.hs-stm.org THE CATHOLIC POST

Did you receive your special issue of The Catholic Post in EMPTY BOWL SUPPER. Come to our Empty Bowl Supper the mail this week? We strongly encourage readership and th Friday, February 20 , from 5:30-7:30 p.m. For a $10 donation you support of our excellent diocesan newspaper through its get a great bowl of soup, bread, dessert, a ceramic bowl, “Delivering Unity Campaign” now underway. An envelope and great entertainment! Proceeds benefit a local charity. and more information was provided in the special issue of the newspaper, and additional envelopes are available in STM 2015-2016 ADMISSIONS. The High School of the church this weekend. Saint Thomas More is accepting applications for the 2015- 2016 school year. For an application please call 819-5705. You can also subscribe/contribute safely and instantly online at thecatholicpost.com or by calling 1-800-340-5630 during business hours Monday through Friday. The sub- scription rate is $29. Get to know your family of faith! VOCATIONS “A call from God to live in a particular way”

“Let each of you lead the life that the Lord has assigned, to STEWARDSHIP which God has called you.” If you are considering a “Everything is a gift from God” vocation to the consecrated life or priesthood, call Msgr.

Brian Brownsey at (309) 671-1550, or write: Moses told the people, “The Lord will raise up for you a [email protected]. prophet like me from among your own kinsmen.” God still Please pray for all vocations: Marriage, Priestly, provides among His people the gifts and talents necessary Religious Life, Consecrated Single Life. Pray also for all to continue the work of His Church. What gifts are yours to Salesian seminarians and Diocese of Peoria seminarians. share? (See Deuteronomy 18:15) OUR COMMUNITY

YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Bereaved Parents WOMEN’S DAY OF REFLECTION of the USA in the Champaign-Urbana area Saturday, February 28th, 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. offers support meetings the 2nd Sunday of St. Joseph Catholic Church each month. The next meeting is Sunday, th 201 Fifth Street, Ivesdale February 8 , at 4:30 p.m. at Stephens Family YMCA, 2501 Fields Drive South, Ladies, come join in prayer and community for a wonderful Champaign, 61822. After entering the front door, the room day of Lenten Reflection. is down the hall to the left. For more information contact Mass, Sacrament of Reconciliation, and Adoration. Jane Pica at 373-1321 or [email protected]. Presenter: Sister Marie, Apostolic Sisters of St. John.

Cost is $15 per person and includes lunch.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. SAVE THE DATE! RSVP: Jeni Brewer 217-898-8440, Holy Cross will host a Daddy Daughter Dance for all local or Mary Lou Whalen 217-564-2919 girls and their dads (or other special man) on Saturday, April 11th, at the High School of St. Thomas More. Look for more information soon.

If you’re interested in helping, please contact Laura or John PRO-LIFE ISSUES Schmitt at [email protected]. 40 DAYS’ EVENT SCHEDULE SPRING 2015

Wednesday, February 4th. February Fiesta event, from 7:00--9:00 p.m. at St. John Catholic Newman Center, 604 E Armory. Champaign. Free food, music. Donations

St. John Bosco!! John St. K Birthday Happy accepted.

I Wednesday, February18th. 40 Days for Life starts!

D Tuesday, March 10th. Tales from the sidewalk with Joy S Pace and friends. From 7:00--9:00 p.m., St. John Catholic Newman Center. Free food. Donations accepted.

th C Sunday, March 29 . Movie, “Bella. From 4:00–7:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Parish Center. Free food. Donations accepted. O R N E

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