SS.

Cyril & Methodius Parish

608 Sobieski Street, Lemont, Illinois 60439

Parish Staff
Pastor
Rev. Lawrence Lisowski

Pastoral Ministry
Rev. Marcin Szczypula Associate Pastor Deacon Michael Ciciura Deacon Norbert Lesnieski

Education
Mrs. Shirley Tkachuk Parish School Principal Mrs. Trish Nickleski Sacramental Prep
Religious Education Coordinator

February 12, 2012 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Kim Zajec Religious Education Secretary

Liturgy Coordinator
Marietta Vargo

Music Ministry
Miroslawa Sojka-Topor Music Director

Youth Ministry
Michael Lundberg

Administration
Denise Duda Business Manager Lynn Bailey Assistant Business Manager Maggie Starzec Unity Coordinator Monika Bochenek Beth Rachwalski Peggy Sniegowski Ann Zajec Parish Secretaries Cheryle Long Debbie Grand Evening Receptionists Dennis Sepessy Facility Manager Kay Manning Bulletin Editor

SS. Cyril & Methodius Feast Day February 14th

Constantine and Methodius were Greek brothers who were born in Thessalonica. They were gifted theologians and linguists and translated liturgical texts into the Slavonic language. Pope John Paul II declared them Patrons of Europe. They are known as the Apostles of the Slavs.

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Fr. Larry What Makes a Parish Great? You!.

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and support engaged and married couples. One of the great hallmarks of our Catholic Church is its promotion of marriage as a sacred vocation and the reverence and support for family life. There is a great need to strengthen marriage as a Christian sacrament and natural institution. There is evidence of the declining rate of marriage in society and in the Catholic Church. A 2011 report from the Pew and Research Center found that the marriage rate in the United States declined by 5% from 2009 to 2010. Only 51% of the nations adults are married. In the Church, the rate of decline has been just as steep. According to the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate, since 1972 the number of marriages celebrated in the Catholic Church has fallen by nearly 60%. Bishop Kevin Rhoades, who is the chairman of the Committee on Laity, Marriage and Family Life, for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops writes, These statistics measure the horizon that is meant to be engaged in hope. Our youth and young adults are hungry for the truth and promise of marriage. Families continue to take up their call to be agents of evangelization and to realize their identity as the domestic church. The seedbed for the new evangelization is ever ready. I often remind married couples who are celebrating a special anniversary to never underestimate the powerful witness they give to other married couples in our parish. Today, we need people who can be living witnesses of what it means to faithfully keep the life-long promises that they made to each other on their wedding day. Marriage is not just a beautiful day for a bride and groom, but it is a sacrament to be lived out, year after year, relying on the grace and guidance of God. Here is an interesting fact. Do you know what the divorce rate is for Catholics who have been married in the Catholic Church and practice their faith on a regular basis? The answer is 2%. I guess you can say that prayer is really good medicine for a marriage. Words from Cardinal George The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), under the direction of the Obama Administration, mandated on Jan. 2 that religious-affiliated institutions, such as hospitals and universities, would be obligated to include contraception including drugs that cause

The best Catholic parishes today are vibrant, successful and faith-filled, mostly due to the willingness of parishioners who come forward and are willing to volunteer and serve. One or two priests cannot carry on the mission and ministry of Jesus all by themselves. They will quickly burn out trying to do all the work. I have a hunch that Jesus knew this early on in his ministry. As soon as he began his public ministry, he quickly started to recruit people to help him preach, teach and heal. He was good at delegating. Today we honor and give thanks to the hundreds of volunteers who, week after week, sacrifice their time and talents for the life of our parish. Our Appreciation Party this Sunday afternoon is just a simple way of showing our gratitude to our parishioners who help us to be a community of faith. Simply put, a parish will only be as good as its parishioners are willing to make it. Thank you to all who volunteer in any way. Thank you for all the ways that you say Yes when we ask for help and support. Thank you for your commitment and service. It makes a big difference. Our Appreciation Party takes place in the Gym after the 12:00 noon Unity Mass this Sunday. It is an opportunity for fellowship and thanksgiving for all that we are able to do in the name of Jesus. Note that the Beat the Lotto Raffle will be held during our Appreciation Party. Good Luck! Maybe this will be the big year for you? A special thank you goes out to all who served on the Beat the Lotto Committee. They have been working hard these past several months to organize this major fundraiser for our parish.

A Special Week

Throughout the United States, our Catholic Church recognizes this week as National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14), World Marriage Day (Feb.12) and Valentines Day (Feb.14). This is an opportunity to celebrate the gift and blessings of marriage and to affirm

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abortions and sterilization among preventive services coverage in virtually all health plans offered to Americans. Despite clear requests from the U.S. Catholic Bishops, other religious leaders and concerned Americans, prompted by the HHSs initial decision in August 2011, HHS has refused to expand the exemption to include religious-affiliated institutions. This ruling by HHS denies the diverse ways through which faith is expressed. It forces people to act against their free, conscious decisions made in the light of faith. Please take the time to carefully read an important letter from Cardinal George that is included in todays bulletin that expresses his deep desire to reform this regulation. Take the time to visit www.uscb.org/conscience to learn more about this assault on religious liberty and how to contact Congress in support of legislation that would reverse the Administrations decision. Happy Feast Day! This Tuesday we celebrate the feast of SS. Cyril and Methodius, the patron saints of our parish. The two bothers were great at preaching the faith. They worked hard in evangelization. With a strong missionary spirit, they spread the gospel message to those who never heard about the life of Jesus Christ. May we follow their example by giving witness to Christ every day. May we proudly carry our faith with us to all the places that God will take us. Who will you be able to bring to Christ?

Welcome to SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish

The Parish Staff of St. Cyrils welcomes all to our historic parish that has carried on the mission of Jesus since 1884.

Parish Information
Rectory:
608 Sobieski Street, Lemont, IL Denise Duda, Business Manager (630) 257-2776; (630) 257-9372 Fax rectory@stcyril.org website: www.stcyril.org 607 Sobieski Street, Lemont, IL Shirley Tkachuk, Principal (630) 257-6488; shirleyt@stcyril.org Trish Nickleski D.R.E. (630) 257-9314; religed@stcyril.org

School:

Religious Education:

Mass Schedule:
Saturday: Sunday: 7:00 AM & 5:30 PM 7:00, 8:30 (Polish), 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM (Polish) 5:00 PM (St. Patricks - English)

Special Masses:
Weekdays: Tuesday PM: First Friday: 7:00 AM 8:00 PM Polish 7:00, 9:00 AM (Fall) & 7:00 PM (Polish)

Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday: 4:30 - 5:00 PM First Fridays: 5:00 - 6:30 PM Also available by appointment.

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick:

Following the Monday morning 7:00 AM Mass.

Rectory Hours: Each weekday the Rectory will be

closed between the hours of 12 PM-1 PM Monday through Wednesday Thursday, Friday Saturday Sunday 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Closed

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Religious Education News By: Trish Nickleski, D.R.E. REMINDER: There are NO CLASSES for Religious Education on Sunday, February 19 due to Polish Heritage Day at the school.

February 12, 2012

There are NO CLASSES on Wednesday, February 22 due to Ash Wednesday. Plan on attending the Prayer Service at 4:30 PM n the church.

The Monday session DOES have class this week!!

Dear Parents, Two weeks ago we celebrated a very successful Catholic Schools Week. Many people worked long and hard to help plan the variety of events we had here at school. Our entire community is very thankful for all of the people who helped to make the week so special! Four of our seventh grade students recently represented our school at the Montini High School Academic Bowl. Congratulations to Robert Mastrud, Matas Maleiska, Natasha Skorusa and Monica Viz. They made it to the finals and finished in fourth place. We are proud of their hard work. Our kindergarten students recently enjoyed their 100th day of school! Besides walking 100 steps and clapping 100 times they also decorated their own shirts to celebrate the day. We are beginning to prepare for the Lenten Season. It will be a time for opening ourselves to God. As a faith community, we will follow Jesus during this time by carrying our cross through sacrifice, prayer and good works. Please remember we are accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year. If you or someone you know is interested in our school, please have them call the office at (630) 257-6488.We will be very happy to answer questions and arrange tours if needed. As always, thank you for all you do to support our school. Mrs. S. Tkachuk Principal

Catholic Schools Week Prayer Service

SS. Cyril & Methodius School with special guests, Mayor Brian Reaves and Chief of Police Kevin Shaughnessy

Board games with Faith Partners

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Those choosing to be acknowledged will be listed in our bulletin.

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Thank You to the 640 families who have supported our campaign with their pledge.
Thank you for your support this year to our Capital Campaign. We have completed the first phase of our project with the renovation and construction of much needed additional washrooms in the back of Church and Sacristy area. As well, two new Reconciliation rooms were constructed to provide a more reverent and sacred space to celebrate the Sacrament. Planning is now taking place to embark on the much larger second phase to begin in June of 2012 with the painting of the interior of our church. The good news is we are over halfway to our overall goal. The success of our campaign will enable our parish to continue our ministry and enhance our worship and prayer. Working together, we can met the needs of our parish community both today and for many years to come. Let us in faith, share our gift and care for our home.

Loving God, We thank You for the generous blessings You have bestowed upon Our Faith. May Your Spirit give us the vision to look into our hearts for inspiration, and in your honor, respond with our sacrifice, Our Gift. Help us as we care for this sacred and holy place, Our Home, where we come to offer you glory, praise and honor. Amen. Our Faith, Our Gift, Our Home Capital Campaign
Goal Pledged $1,000,000 $658,190

Our Faith, Our Gift, Our Home Capital Campaign SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish Pledge Confirmation
I/We wish to pledge a gift of: Total Amount of Gift or Pledge Amount Enclosed Balance to be Paid
Method of Payment: Public Acknowledgment:

$ __________________ $ __________________ $ __________________

Frequency of Payments:

Single payment 24 monthly payments

Check

Electronic Fund Transfer

I/We wish to be acknowledged

I/We wish to remain anonymous

Name(s) __________________________________________________

Parishioner Envelope #: _________________

Address _______________________________________________ City ______________________________________ State _________ Zip _______________

EFT Authorization: Name of Bank _______________________________ (9) Digit Routing Number: Name(s) on Account: ________________________________ Account Number: ____________________________________ ____________________________________ Type: Checking Savings

Phone _____________________

Email ____________________________

Signature _______________________________________________________________________________________________

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inety two cents of every dollar raised goes directly to the schools, parishes, agencies and ministries of the Archdiocese of Chicago, with only 8 cents going to pay for all administrative and fundraising expenses.
The Annual Catholic Appeal supports the ministries of the Archdiocese of Chicago including Catholic schools and religious education; support for parishes in financial need; seminaries and ongoing formation of priests, deacons and lay ministers and offices such as Respect Life and Family Ministries that help support Catholics as they live out their faith. A portion of the proceeds also supports Catholic Relief Services, the U.S. bishops international relief and development agency. Barbara Shea Collins, Director of Development Services/Annual Catholic Appeal
Reprinted from Catholic New World, Jan 29Feb 11, 2012

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Save the Date! Love and Life with Chastity Speaker Coleen Mast March 11, 2012 St. Patrick Parish Center 6:008:00 PM
All Teens Welcome.
Coleen will share with us how to live, share and defend the choice to be pure.

Tri-Parish Youth Ministry

Teen Meeting

A mini production about one of the most beloved Psalms. Especially written for teens. All teens welcome

Teen Meeting Sunday, February 19th, 2012 The Lord Is my Shepherd The 23rd Psalm 6:00 St. Pats Parish Center January 29thFebruary 5th, 2012

ANTHONY EDWARD SENIUNAS, son of Marius and Magdalena (Wirska) Seniunas ANDREW JACOB MASLOWSKI, son of Michael and Magdalena (Jezyk) Maslowski MASON MARK MIKA, son of Mariusz and Monica (Makowski) Mika GEORGE CARTER PODREBARAC, son of George and Shannon (Rathsam) Podrebarac WESLEY THOMAS RYBKA, son of Thomas and Donna (Kubicz) Rybka ADAM JZEF KARKOSZKA, son of Grzegorz and Stanisawa (Gruszka) Karkoszka

Julianna Evelina Hyla Baptized Sunday, January 8, 2012

Mason Mark Mika Baptized Sunday, January 29, 2012

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SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish UNITED IN FAITH Bible Study

Six Social Justice Topics:

February 12, 2012

Today, Sunday, February 12, 2012!

DRAWING TODAY AT APPRECIATION PARTY! Good Luck to all and thank you for your participation.

Social Justice Topics are topics that will help us to become more Spiritually Aware. The topics are Freedom, Discipline, Action, Church as Community, Suffering and Death. We will look at these from various aspects and see how, we, as alive Christians, can use these topics to inform our daily lives.

Wednesday evenings:
Feb 22 (Ash Wednesday) 6-6:45PM-Introduction Grand Drawing Today, February 12, 2012
Prizes: Grand Prize 2nd 3rd 4th-6th 7th-21st 22nd-25th $40,000 $4,000 $3,000 $2,000 $1,000 $500

Feb 29 thru April 4, 2012 7-8:30PM at St. Alphonsus in the Church Hall

Through Almsgiving:
Our Lenten Almsgiving will be related to the various social justice topics. Please join us for these discussions on Wednesday evenings.

Walk of Love - Build a Lasting Memory - Tribute Brick Reservations

SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish has a unique location on our historical and sacred parish grounds to remember those we love with the Walk of Love pathway leading to the entrance of our Church. You can inscribe names on paving bricks that will serve as a permanent message of thanksgiving and love. Reservation form and check may be mailed or dropped in the collection basket. Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________________________ City _____________________________________ Home Phone ______________________________ State ___________ Daytime phone Zip ____________

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Please reserve a 4 x 8 tribute brick for $200. I have enclosed a check payable to SS. Cyril & Methodius. I understand that the inscription on the tribute brick will read exactly as printed in the grid below. Inscription has a limit of 3 lines and 13 characters per line, including spaces.

Please note that bricks will be located randomly; we cannot request nor determine where any individual brick will be placed.

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Nancy Hoinacki Richard Cieski Deana Gozder Katherine Boyle Marie Kasl Margaret Frass Margie Dorothy Wesolowski Kathy Moran Margaret Finnegan Anna Van Orden Anna Zoltek Lebrenda Case Clara Povalish Frank Polli Florence Kazich Sandi Merlo Joseph Perry Delores Bromberek Eleanor Povalish Genevieve Barbagallo Elaine Hooker Delores Beltrami -Lucchini Marion Galante Nick Hernandez Patrick Grieco Stella Troc Rose Miller Jozef Kopinski Regina Madeja Victor Splitt

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Jim Bailey Marianne Danko Art Danko Pat Salerno Mrs. Hindo Lydia Assensi John LaSota Alexandria Stojanov Gerry Pytlewski Mari Cleary Maria Bobowski Micaela Martinez Mark Walus Susan Baley Joel Falco Kimberly Yanowsky Jim Christmann Don Barcza Edmund Povalish Patrick Nickols Joanne Novak Louie Novak Linda Palmer John E. Rutkowski Dorothy Tasharski Dan Mulligan Karen Luebs Linda Palmer

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Z ycia naszej wsplnoty

Unity Mass - Dzisiaj
Dzisiaj o 12:00 po poudniu odb dzie si polsko-angielska msza w. W zwi zku z tym nie b dzie mszy w. o 1:30. Jest to wspaniaa okazja do wsplnego spotkania si wszystkich czonkw w naszej parafii.

Lucille Handorf Stanley Chrzanowsky Angie Knopinski Nathan S. McKenna Lottie Bylina James McNamara James Hanley Irena Kedzior Lillian Kuzak Kim Bromberek Lynn Porter Janet LaSota Eleanor Twardowski Betty Bolino Milda Praninskas Lucy Lejeaunesse Anne Orlowski Stephanie Langheld Sam Caruso Cheryl Povalish Dale Chappell Dolores Langheld Virginia Kozlowski Allen Govic

Beat the Lotto

Wszystkie osoby, ktre zakupiy bilety lub ci gle my l o ich kupnie, zapraszamy do losowania gwnej wygranej $40,000.00, ktre odb dzie si dzisiaj po Unity Mass w Sali ks. Gilewskiego.

Dzie Polski - Luty 19

Serdecznie wszystkich zapraszamy na uroczyst akademi po Mszy w 1:30 pm. Tematem b dzie Krlewskie Miasto Krakw i ogoszenie Polaka Roku. Cay program jest w j zyku polskim i angielskim. Po wi cej informacji, prosze dzwoni pod numer: (630) 863-9304 Dzi kujemy

You can receive Communion in your home by contacting the rectory; they will forward your information to a Minister of Care who will be happy to bring the Sacrament to you. Also, to add a name or have someone visit you in the hospital or in your home, please call (630) 257-2776.

14 Lutego wietych Cyryla i Metodego

Dzie 14 lutego wi kszo ci ludzi kojarzy si powszechnie z obchodzonymi walentynkami. Jednak e 14 lutego, to rwnie wi to wi tych Cyryla i Metodego, dwch braci, ktrzy patronuj naszej parafii w Lemont od wielu lat. .
Magda Starzec mstarzec@stcyril.org

Polish Heritage Day in Lemont Sunday, February 19, 2012 The Polish community in Lemont will be celebrating Polish Heritage Day in our Fr. Gilewski Center. The exhibition hall will open at 8 AM with the main program starting at 2:30 PM. This years theme is Royal City of Krakow. All are invited to attend this memorable experience.

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Tri-Parish Lenten Mission

March 5th - 7th 2012 7:30 P.M. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday St. Patrick Church

JEDNO
Wszystkie rzeczy znajduj si we Wszech wiecie, a Wszech wiat we wszystkich rzeczach, my w nim, a on w nas. I tak wszystko zbiega si w doskonaej jedno ci. Oto dlaczego nie powinni my upada na duchu, oto dlaczego nie ma rzeczy, ktr by my mogli si trwo y, ta jedno bowiem jest jedyna i staa, i trwa wiecznie; owo jedno jest wieczne.Giordano Bruno

Carry us, Lord, on our journey to redemption

We are fortunate to have Father Michael Foley from St. Michaels in Orland Park, former Rector of Quigley Seminary, and member of the Priests Personnel Board, to present our Lenten Tri-Parish Mission at St. Pats. Consistent with our Lenten theme, Fr. Foley will guide us in considering and reflecting upon what we carry and who carries us. Please set aside some time on the evenings of March 5th, 6th & 7th @ 7:30 PM to be present with us for this opportunity for spiritual renewal. St. Patrick Church 200 E. Illinois Street Lemont IL
(630) 257-6134 stpatricklemont@sbcglobal.net for more information

Od wiekw ludzie poszukuj . Jedni szukaj Boga, inni absolutu, praprzyczyny. W rzeczywisto ci wszyscy poszukuj kontaktu z sob . Po czenia tego, co zostao rozdzielone i zapomniane jedno ci w sobie, jedno ci z drugim czowiekiem i wszelkim istnieniem. Przez wieki do wiadcze , stali my si w swoim wyobra eniu odr bnymi istotami, zamkni tymi w wasnych przekonaniach, ktre odci y nas od cao ci. Zbudowali my swoje rzeczywisto ci oparte na wyobra eniach i przekonaniach innych osb. Tak powstao nasze ja. W dzisiejsz Niedziel , kiedy w naszej parafii o godzinie 12 w poudnie zostanie odprawiona dwuj zyczna Msza wi ta, mdlmy si o jedno , zrozumienie i poszanowanie, ktre potrzebne s w naszej rodzinie, parafii, w naszej ojczy nie Polsce, na caym wiecie!

Catholicism DVD Series The Holy Name Society

will be sponsoring the showing of the Catholicism DVD series featuring Fr. Robert Barron; one episode for six consecutive Thursdays, starting on: February 23rd at 7:00 PM in Fr. Sivore Hall. Fr. Barron serves as the Francis Cardinal George Professor of Faith and Culture at University of St. Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary.

Ks. Marcin Szczypula mszczypula@yahoo.com

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Please pray for
We ask you to please keep in your prayers the following parishioners who are on active duty in the military:

February 12, 2012

Monday February 13th 7:00 AM = HELEN MANKOWSKI by Greg & Elizabeth Schuda Family = GODS BLESSINGS FOR RANDY, BRIDGIT, REESE & RANDY, Jr. by Guzior Family Tuesday February 14th 7:00 AM = HARRY KIELMA by Amy, Chrissy, Lucy & Dave = HELEN KRZEMIEN by Barbara & Marilyn 9:00 AM SCHOOL MASS Wednesday February 15th 7:00 AM = JZEF GAAT by The wik Family = ROSE CISEK by Her Family Thursday February 16th 7:00 AM = GENE FRYSTAK by Ray Rudis Family = ANNA by Jozef Maj Friday February 17th 7:00 AM = ILENE BROMBEREK by Her Family = LORRAINE PALANCA by Jim Durkan Saturday February 18th 7:00 AM PURGATORIAL SOCIETY GODS BLESSINGS FOR CHRISTINE GUZIOR ON HER BIRTHDAY by The Guzior Family 5:30 PM = JOHN RUTKOWSKI (Anniv.) by His Family = STANLEY & DOLORES NICKLESKI by Trish & Doug Nickleski Sunday February 19th 7:00 AM = ROBERT BARANOSKI by Joanne Zolecki = MARIE MISKOVIC (Anniv.) by Her Family 8:30 AM (Polish) = MARIA i JAN KRUPA by Maria z Rodzin = ANDRZEJ i EMILIA STYRCZULA by Anna M ka 10:30 AM = GRACE BRONNER by Ronald Bronner CZESAW BIAOUS by Barbara Glinkowski 12:00 PM = KATHY SULLIVAN by Friends = FOR POOR SOULS IN PURGATORY 1:30 PM (Polish) = STEFAN i HELENA SZAREK by Maria Szarek = JOZEF KOWALCZYK by His Family

Bogumila Bielanska, Sgt.; LCPL Matthew Gill; Josh McManus, USMC; Stephan Staniulis, USMC, Gunnery Sergeant; LCPL Robert Stasiak; Don Tabron, CWO 5, US Army; George T. Burke, Staff Sergeant, USMC, Iraq; LCPL Cassie Leja, USMC, Iraq; Matthew Waugh, USMC, LCPL, Afghanistan; Capt. Catherine R. Chappell, Afghanistan, (C130 Pilot), U.S. Air Force; Frank Romanowski, Army Combat Medic; Mark Zajac, U. S. Navy; Keith Zajac, U.S. Navy; LCPL David Ehle, USMC; Kristen LaSota, 2nd Lt, U.S. Air Force, Nurse, Afghanistan.

Boy Scout Recognition Mass Saturday, February 11th at 5:30 PM

2011 Contribution Statements

Contribution statements for 2011 will be mailed upon request only. Please fill out the following form and return to the Rectory, or in the collection basket at Church, with your name and address; your statement will be mailed to you after December 31st. Name: _____________________________

Address: _____________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ Phone: ______________________________

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Upcoming Events:

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Devotions:

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Sunday, February 12: Bilingual Unity Mass, 12 PM, Church, NO 1:30 Mass Appreciation Party/Beat the Lotto, 1 PM, Gym Monday, February 13th: 1st Communion Make-up Parent Mtg., 6:30, FSH Tuesday, February 14th: Mothers Club Mtg., 6 PM, FSH Thursday, February 16th: Polish Club Board Mtg., 7 PM, Faculty Lounge Friday, February 17th: Mother/Son Bean Bag Tournament, 7 PM, Gym Sunday, February 19th: Polish Heritage Day, Fr. Gilewski Center (Gym)

Tuesday, February 14th: Weekly devotions at 7 PM which consists of the Rosary, Chaplet of the Divine Mercy, Pro Life Prayers and Benediction. After devotions, a Mass in Polish will be celebrated at 8 PM. In todays gospel it tells us that Jesus went off to a deserted place to pray; He took the time to refresh his spirit. When was the last time you took time to get away as a couple and renew your relationship? Take some well deserved time for just the two of you to deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends for the Chicago/Northwest Indiana area on March 30-April 1, 2012, June 8-10, 2012 or September 7-9, 2012. Early registration is highly recommended. For reservations/information, call Jim & Kris at 1-800-442-3554 or contact us through www.wwmechicago-gary.org.

May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her

In your prayers please remember the soul of Delores M. Smalarz. May her soul and the souls of all our faithful departed family and friends rest in everlasting Peace.

Electronic Fund Transfer

Electronic Fund Transfer, (EFT), is the process of automatically having your contribution offering transferred from your checking or saving account to St. Cyrils account. What will EFT do for you? No more check writing No more looking for the correct currency Automated record keeping

Parish Contributions
February 4th & 5th, 2012 Envelopes Childrens envelopes Electronic Fund (weekly) Total Fuel Collection to date: 881 80 57 $ 16,238 96 1,034 17,368 5,815

$ $

881 envelopes plus weekly EFT donations represent 36% of our Parishioners. Your donations help meet our immediate needs, repairs and improvements. We sincerely appreciate your generosity.
Currently, Electronic Fund Transfers are being used by 55 families on a weekly basis and 111 families on a monthly basis. For February 2012, monthly electronic donations amounted to $6,976

Once you have signed up for Electronic Fund Transfer you will no longer need envelopes except for special second collections. If your financial situation changes, you may change or stop your payment at any time by calling the parish office. To sign up for Electronic Fund Transfer, complete the request for an EFT form. Return the completed form by mail or place it in the collection basket marked ATTN: Annie. You will be sent an EFT form with more information about the EFT process. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Annie at (630) 2572776.

Electronic Fund Transfer Request Form

Name:________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________ _____________________________________________ City/Zip:___________________ Phone:_____________________ Envelope Number _____

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Liturgical Ministers Weekend Schedule

February 18th & 19th 5:30 PM English Mass 7:00 AM English Mass 8:30 AM Polish Mass 10:30 AM English Mass 12:00 Noon English Mass 1:30 PM Polish Mass 5:00 PM St. Patrick Celebrant
Fr. Lisowski

Lectors
R. Suchecki S. Wolniakowski

Eucharistic Ministers Host Cup

T. Hayes M. Hayes R. Walschlager D. Baranoski B. Wilson C. Diaz T. Karpiesiuk I. Kieta J. Bronner L. Czupta R. Niemiec A. Rimbo/choir B. Depa K. Depa C. Kickels H. Nowak P. DiBartelo T. Nickleski S. Pavlovic L. Harbison J. Kalkowski L. Kulpinski J. Koziol C. Maturlak K. Maturlak K. Jenner J. Johnson K. Gonsch J. Gonsch R. Wilczewski J. Wilczewski M. Dapkus M. Laskowski U. Pazdan B. Rajca

Altar Servers
S. Irace D. Becker L. Selfridge J. Parise J. Wilczek J. Knutte K. Madanowski M. Janik D. Janik B. Zdanowicz K. Gaszman J. Basiorka D. LoCascio N. LoCascio K. Wlodarczyk P. Sniezko M. Sniezko P. Sniezko

Fr. Szczypula Deacon Ciciura

K. Shannon E. Green

Fr. Szczypula

T. Kadelak M. Mendaluk J. LaSota J. LaSota

Fr. Lisowski

Fr. Lisowski

M. DeBiase C. Korte

Fr. Szczypula

W. Zelek A. Swiderek

Fr. Boras