St. Francis Xavier Catholic
Community of Faith
Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 22, 2011
“To move closer to God in all that we do”
Happy 40th Anniversary to our Gym Mass!
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Pastor’s Page
We do not live in a perfect
world and we do not live in a perfect
Church. It is almost a cliché to say
those words but they are true. The
question then becomes, how do we
deal with life’s imperfections and
life’s questions? In today’s 1st reading, we hear about one of the first
questions that faced the early
Church. How to respond to the needs of the widows of
the Greek converts to Christianity? The response of the
early Church was faithful and hopeful. “The Twelve
called together the community of disciples and said,
‘Select from among you seven reputable men, filled with
the Spirit and wisdom whom we shall appoint to this
task.’ We have here the institution of the order of deacon,
a problem surfaced and it was answered. The way in
which we deal with life’s problems indicates the level of
our faith and hope.
Faith inspires hope and hope is a virtue we always
need. In today’s gospel, Jesus offers us great hope. “Do
not let our hearts be troubled. You have faith in God,
have faith also in me. In my Father’s house there are
many dwelling places.” This reading is a favorite for people at funerals, but it is also important for us in our daily
lives. Jesus stands with us in our lives and our attitude is
one of hope as we lead our daily lives with their joys and
challenges.
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Special IntentionsLisa Fortini-Campbell
Constance Velino
Michael Salerno
Lyle & Dorothy Krause
J. Martin
Richard Maher
Pauline Luczak
Mary Fran & Charlie O’Brien—
60th Wedding Anniversary
Ann Maie Leuz & Curt Johnson
Eleaanor Mineo
Mary Audy
JoAnne Petry
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Carol Drummond
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Sunday, May 29
GYM MASS CELEBRATES 40YEARS
This Sunday, the Gym Mass is celebrating its 40th
year as a Mass. We congratulate the Gym Mass and are
thankful for the ways in which it has enriched our parish
community. There will be a reception after the Gym Mass
this Sunday in the Xavier Room for any who would like to
attend.
STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE ARCHDIOCESE
The Archdioceses has put forth a Strategic Plan
for the next four years, we will be asked to take part in
this planning process. There is a summary of the Plan
available in the back of the church. This single page brochure gives a general overview of the Plan, important
launch dates and information about the resources available
on the Strategic Plan’s web page. You are encouraged to
take a copy of this brochure.
Easter Blessings,
Fr. Sheridan
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Richard C. Dunn
Adam Stutz
People of the Parish
Mary Steffes
Special Intention—
Lisa Fortini-Campbell
Indicates Deceased
Stewardship Report
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Collected at Church $ 8,299.00
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Liturgical Schedule
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Schedule of Events
Sunday , May 22
10:15a 40th Anniversary of Gym Mass G
Monday, May 23
7:30p Parish Calendar Meeting
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Tuesday, May 24
9:52a School Mass
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Wednesday, May 25
7:p Adult Choir practice
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Thursday, May 26
Friday, May 27
Saturday, May 28
9a: Lectio Divina
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Sunday, May 29
Monday, May 30
MEMORIAL DAY
Gym Mass
(East School Bldg)
G Gym
Xs Xavier Room—South
Xn Xavier Room—North
Xc Xavier Room—Combined
Cl School Classroom
(Rectory Basement)
FE Francis East
FW Francis West
(Parish Office Bldg)
P Providence Room
U Upper Room
PO Parish Offices
(Church)
C Church
CP Church Plaza
PARISH BACCALAUREATE MASS
On Saturday, June 4 at the 5:00pm Mass we will honor
all graduates of St. Francis Xavier parish. Graduates
from both public and Catholic eighth grades, high
schools and Colleges are invited. This gives our parish
community an opportunity to rejoice in the graduation of
our young people and to pray with and for them as they
enter the next phase of their lives.
Graduates will gather outside the Church ten minutes
before Mass. In order to reserve seating for graduates,
we ask that you email us at [email protected] or
call the parish office at 847-256-4250. If you know any
parishioners who are graduating, please extend this
invitation to them. A reception will follow the Mass.
Catechetical and Youth Ministries Awards
The catechetical documents, Catechesi Tradendae and the
General Director for Catechesis (#80) remind us that
“The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only
in touch, but also in communion and intimacy with Jesus
Christ.” This goal is achieved by your efforts at promoting knowledge of the faith, liturgical education, moral
formation, teaching to pray, educating for community life
and missionary activity (cf.GDC, #85-86)
Archdiocesan Honorees
This award honors those who best exemplify the standards of catechetical and youth ministry excellence advocated by the Office for Catechesis and Youth Ministry.
Our own Dr. Patty Jane Pelton was one of the Archdiocesan Honorees. Congratulations, Patty Jane!
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Fr. Peter’s Reflection
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The Same Mass BUT different words!
Welcoming a new translation of the Roman Missal- History #1
As you perhaps you already know that on November 27, 2011 English speaking countries will start using a new translation of the Roman Missal book which guides our
communal worship. Therefore, for the next few months I will focus my bulletin columns on the history of the Missal, the actual changes and the theology which guides it.
I pray that my writings will be helpful to you as we all learn the new language of the
same sprit- filled liturgical celebrations. For more than 2,000 years, the Church has paid
careful attention to how our prayer is composed. After all, we believe, the words of our
prayer express the words of our belief, therefore, they are very important. The Roman
Missal is the book that contains the words used at mass. In 1969, after the Second Vatican Council ended Pope Paul VI promulgated the first edition of the Roman Missal. A
slightly revised second edition appeared in 1975. In the year 2000, Blessed John Paul II
promulgated the third edition, which unlike the second one did not contained too many
changes but focused on adding a number of new texts for the many saints whom he had
canonized. As usual, this liturgical book was released in Latin and then conferences of
bishops all over the world began to translate it into various languages. You might ask
here who actually is translating this important to all Catholics book? This is the answer; in 1963, the bishops of our
country joined 10 other English-speaking countries and formed a group of linguistic scholars called the International
Commission on English in the Liturgy (ICEL). They prepared translations for the Missal, the Liturgy of the Hours,
and all other sacramental rites. Their work was guided by a special Vatican written document entitled Comme le
Prevoit. This guideline of the Holy See permitted translators to use “dynamic equivalence” – not word-for-word
translation, but phrasing that better suited the cadence of each vernacular language and that’s what the ICEL had
done. But when the third edition of the Roman Missal was released in the year of 2000, it was quickly followed by a
new set of the Vatican guidelines for the translators entitled Liturgiam Authentica. This new liturgical guideline required a more literal translation. So after 11 years of hard translating work all English speaking conferences of the
Catholic Bishops agreed on the translation which will be introduced to the English speaking Church in the months to
come. I hope you will find this process of learning about a new language enjoyable as it creates for all of us a great
change of deepening our liturgical awareness and strengthening our personal faith.
SFX Seeks Better Connections with Parishoners
Is your email address included in the Saint Francis Xavier data file? It should be. Most members of SFX
parish have provided emails and are enjoying regular and timely communication with people and activities
taking place in and around church.
Signing up is easy. Click on a tab at the top right side of the SFX website, www.sfxparish.org, that
says “Email Sign Up,” or send an email message to [email protected] with "please add my e-mail"
in the subject line – then include your name in the message area.
Providing an email brings delivery of the weekly SFX bulletin in advance and provides reminders,
spotlights special events, alerts to changes in schedules, announcements of funerals, etc.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Parish Liturgy
PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY,
PRAY FOR PEACE
Jason Harlan - Grandson of Joe Ficek
Rev. John Barkemeyer - Son of Hank & Germaine
Matthew Lunkes - Son of Joe and Kay Lunkes
Matthew Medhat-Cousin of Sheila Garney
Brian Lutz-Son-in-law of Charlie and Ann Jonaitis
Brian Walsh-Nephew of Peg McIntyre
Jesse Goutier-Cousin of Chris, Michael & Laura Farina
Shane Lawson-Cousin of Kari Clarke
Brian Krupp-Cousin of Jim Krupp
Scott Horst-Friend of Jim & Kathleen Koop
Tracy Hanson-Friend of Jim & Kathleen Krupp
Stephen Thales-Grandson of Jim & Frankie Thales
K Anniston-Grand-Nephew of Nancy Graham
Lt. Cmndr. Andrew A. Nelson (USN/USMC)-Son of
David Nelson
Daniel L. Wilson-Husband of Anne Lysaught & Son-in-law
of Therese Lysaught.
Friends & Family of Bob & Jean Quinn
David Lore Mayo-Friend of Carpenter Family
Matthew Crowcroft-Friend of Carpenter Family
Ben Flynn-Nephew of Dennis & Sarina McBride
Patrick Heiny-Nephew of Debbie Armenta
John Smeeton-Son of Andrea & Jack Sweeten
Richard Linehan-Son of Richard & Elaine Linehan
JT O’Rourke-Grandson of Peter J. O’Rourke
Col. Robert Werthman-Son of Dr. Joan Werthman O’Rourke
Pvt. Robert Werthman II-Grandson of Dr. Joan Werthman
O’Rourke
Jonathan O’Dell-Great-grandson of Marion & Mike Eberle
Michael Hays-Grand nephew of Ann & Michael
Harrington
Ted Morrison-cousin of Paul & Kay Malm
John Wesley Hobbs-nephew of the Weschler’s
RN Pam Aitchison-friend of the Waltman’s
Jeff Groom-nephew of Louise Sanborn
PFC Joseph Devroy-grandson of Marlene Devroy
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SPEAKING OF LITURGY
The Lectionary is a book of selection from Sacred Scripture to be proclaimed at liturgies—not just
any random selections but carefully chosen ones to
serve the paschal mystery dynamic of the liturgical year.
Thus the Lectionary opens up for us the whole mystery
of Christ as we walk each year through the events that
are the paschal mystery—His life, ministry, suffering,
death, resurrection, ascension, sending of the Spirit.
As we might expect, in the first part of the
Easter season the Lectionary focuses on Jesus’ resurrection, appearances, and captures for us one part of the
meaning of this season,. Now, the Fifth Sunday of
Easter, the Lectionary alerts us to the fact that this season is now at a turning point. Rather than a focus on the
risen Christ, the Lectionary focuses on Jesus’ instructions and prayer for His disciples—all this clearly with
an eye to Pentecost and the celebration of the coming of
the Spirit. With the indwelling of the Holy Spirit we are
empowered to take up Jesus’ saving mission, to continue His ministry, to be His presence for others. Thus,
the last part of the Easter season is teaching us how to
be good disciples.
Another part of the meaning of this season put
forward in the Lectionary selections is that the resurrection is more than a glorious event for Jesus. Jesus’ being raised up from the dead invites us to a new way to
be disciples—to have a personal relationship with Him
through shared risen life. By our discipleship we already share in Jesus’ risen life, we already share in the
fruits of the resurrection.
Do you have a family member or friend in the Military
(stateside or overseas)? Call the Parish Office and we will
put their name on our prayer list. Also, please let us know
when your service person comes home so we can remove
their name from our list.
Jo Ebert, Music Director, with the SFX Adult Choir
surrounded by our beautiful pipe organ.
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Happy Anniversary Gym Mass
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Greetings:
On this 40th Anniversary of the first Saint Francis Xavier Gym Mass, the Parish Council extends warm wishes and
thanks to the founders, those who have guided it over the years and current participants for maintaining this vibrant
ministry.
What started as an interest in building bonds of families with children of similar ages, sharing faith with friends
and neighbors, and celebrating a lay-guided liturgy has endured and evolved over the decades to become a welcoming feature for the parish and community.
We thank you for extending the gym mass invitation to those with kids who prefer to run a bit free, others who
find it easier to navigate a wheelchair on the wooden floor, some who prefer not to kneel, musicians and vocalists
seeking more contemporary sounds, lectors who prevail in a resonant room and families who find the time convenient after Sunday school classes. We express our appreciation for the many priests who have ministered to the worshipers along with those who have created a welcoming atmosphere through the years with coffee, juice and cookies
that have become a sign of hospitality and warmth of the worshiping community. The care you extend to one another and the SFX community as a whole is a concrete expression of your faith.
As we celebrate your 40th year with you, we recognize those whose dedication and generosity have provided a
unique worshiping opportunity and dimension to the Saint Francis Xavier faith community. Best wishes in the years
ahead for more generations to enjoy the special environment that the gym mass and its participants provide. We ask
the Spirit to bless the community as it moves forward.
This is a cause supported by the 10:15 Gym Mass.
Trees That Feed Foundation
Feeding People, Benefiting the Environment
Our mutual friend, Mary McLaughlin, has recently returned from Jamaica
where she oversaw the planting of two thousand breadfruit trees by the Trees That
Feed Foundation (TTFF) in its mission to fight hunger in developing nations.
Mary first conceived the idea of such a project in 2008. She set up a non-profit
organization and since then has worked tirelessly to see her dream become a reality.
The foundation’s goal is to plant trees that produce edible fruit in tropical areas to feed hungry people, while
benefiting the environment. The breadfruit is a highly nutritious food containing carbohydrates, protein, and other
nutrients. In addition to farms, the trees are being planted around schools, orphanages, and homes.
The Trees That Feed Foundation is becoming recognized nationally, inter-nationally, and locally. Last
month The Chicago Flower and Garden Show donated two booths to TTFF to create awareness of this creative endeavor. Many of Mary’s friends, relatives and members of our Faith Alive community volunteered their time at the Flower Show to share their knowledge about
Trees That Feed. Within two to three years the trees will begin to bear fru8it.
Each tree will eventually yield about 200 fruit each year and live for about 50
years. Visitors to the Flower Show were invited to contribute $15.00 to sponsor
the planting of a breadfruit tree...these were gifts that will keep on giving, well past
the person’s life time.
For further information go to www.treesthatfeed.org.
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FAMILY PROMISE July 10-24, 2011 – Sign up now!
St. Francis Xavier Parish, as part of 14 North Shore faith communities called
Family Promise Chicago North Shore, will host guest families this summer.
Each day, the guest families arrive at SFX by 5:30 pm, eat dinner in the Xavier Room, stay
overnight on cots in lower level classrooms of the school and depart each morning at 7:00 am
to go to work or to the Family Promise center in Evanston. Volunteers are needed to serve meals (3 hour shift) and stay
overnight. We had such a good two weeks with our guests last year – we hope you will volunteer this year! Sign up online at (look for the link to click on):www.sfxpeaceandjustice.org To read more about Family Promise and the Family
Promise Chicago North Shore visit: www.familypromise.org and www.fpcnorthshore.org
Family Promise Chicago North Shore, Inc. (FPCNS) provides services for families in transition. The main
focus is to help families with children in need get back into permanent and sustainable housing and employment.
Through the Day Center and through cooperating congregations they provide:
• Temporary housing
• Job placement counseling
• Assistance finding permanent housing
• Meals
• Access to services through our cooperating organizations
A Family Promise network, utilizing the help of religious facilities and volunteers, is a cost efficient way to
provide families with shelter, hospitality, and a way out of a homeless situation.
Thank you.
The Family Promise Planning Team
Vic Doucette, Therese Heyek, Joanell McKenna, Dorian Merrick, Kerry Suse
Shop Whole Foods on May 25th to
Support the Gift of Adoption
If you shop at the Whole Foods in Northbrook, please consider
shopping on Wednesday, May 25th. Five percent (5%) of the
day’s sales will be donated to Gift of Adoption, a nonprofit
which helps parentless children in the US and internationally by
giving financial grants to the parents seeking to adopt them, lowering the financial hurdles of adoption to give these children a
lifetime of love, family and care. If you have any questions,
please call Sharon Komlofske at 847-853-1646.
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Around the Parish
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St, Francis Xavier Men’s Bowling League
The 2010-11 Season is History
The Xavier room north was the location of the awards banquet on the concluding Monday night of this season. On May 2nd 48
bowlers feasted on lasagna and cheesecake from Kathy Corbett Catering (847-401-5156).In addition we obtained Italian beef
sandwiches and salad from Portillo’s. All items of the menu melted in your mouth.
Group Therapy led by Brad Yanover’s 290 defeated TOD the first half champs to win the championship. Brad started his high
game with a spare and followed it with 12 strikes.
We always thank our sponsors and as a personal note; I bought a pair of new tires at Shawnee Service and you always wonder if
you are getting a good price; having heard of the ‘north shore price”. I telephoned two tire specialty stores to get comparable
prices, and one was higher and the other the same for the same tires, so Marvin’s and your experienced staff, keep up the good
work. Other sponsors are: Wm. Scott Funeral, Kerrigan Plumbing, and Dan Callahan Cent. 21, Northfield Sewer and Glunz Beer.
The Final Year Standings are listed below:
Teams
1. Group Therapy
2. TOD
3. 3. Wm. Scott Funeral
4. Dancing Pins
5. Shawnee Service
6. One Hitters
7. Buffalo Wild Wings
Points
158
117
133
130
128
127
121
Teams
8. Ken’s Krazy Kids
9. Anchor Steamers
10. Armstrong’s Idiots
11. Dan Callahan’s PI’s
12. Northfield Sewer
13. Kerrigan Plumbing
14. Irish Pelicans
Points
119.5
113
104
102
101
88
79.5
Paul E. Malm 256-2629
Visit the Newly Revamped SFX Website
www.sfxparish.org
If you haven’t recently visited www.sfxparish.org, the Saint
Francis Xavier website, you’ll find a newly revamped and refreshed resource for information and connections to the myriad
of activities happening in the parish community. Rebuilt with
help from staff and volunteers, the new format with images and
content reflects the vitality of daily goings-on, a gateway to
various ministries and spotlights on special events.
A wide range of useful information can be found on the site:
a calendar, phone numbers and emails for staff, descriptions
and contact information for parish groups and ministries, a map
showing meeting rooms in the office building, rectory and
school, history of the parish, a link to the school website, online
registration forms for newcomers, and quick contact email link
for those unsure where to turn for an answer.
The Gift of Mass
Mass is the greatest gift we
can offer for our beloved living or departed. If you wish
to offer a mass intention
please visit our parish office
or
call
our
secretary
Marilyn: 847-256-4250.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Around the Parish
Jennifer Powers
and
Steven Case—III
Jessica Hasbnein
and
Alex Clemmons—II
Golden Wedding
Anniversary Mass
The Golden Wedding Anniversary
Mass will be held on Sunday, August
28, 2011, at 3:00 pm at St. John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Ave., Niles, IL This is
an event of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Couples married in 1961 interested in attending this celebration should contact Marilyn at
the parish office to register at 847-256-4250.
2011 SFX School May Crowning
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SFX School May Crowning
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Ministries
Our parish has a large
variety of committees who are
involved in service work. This
constitutes a wealth of information concerning what resources
are available when someone
needs help.
The Good Samaritan Network is a board of Outreach leaders that has developed a current file of agencies, parish organizations, and opportunities that they
have used or in which hey are confident. They have set
up a voice mail phone number, and some of them share
the responsibility of answering the calls. If you make a
call and leave your name and number, you will receive a
return call within a day’s period of time.
The Good Samaritan will be able to listen to
your concerns, consult a list of services and activities,
and contact the appropriate groups that can help you.
The Good Samaritan will call you again to check on
how things are going for you. Be assured that your
conversations will be confidential!
If you would like, the Good Samaritan will
meet with you, or arrange to have someone else meet
with you. Often just talking with someone who has experience brings the help you need. Call 604-4181.
Rest In Peace
Stephen Bradley
(nephew of Florence
and Brian Duff)
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St. Francis Xavier Parish
Bereavement Ministry Presents
“Humming in the Darkness”
A presentation for those walking
through loss
with
Maureen M. Martin, MDiv, MAPC
Grief can consume our hours, as we wish for what was
and reject what is… Using poems and Gospel stories, we
will explore the possibility of humming in the darkness
and hoping amid desperation. We will note how poets and
New Testament figures have walked the path through
grief and discovered gifts germinating deep within.
This presentation will offer encouragement and those
struggling with life’s losses and to their loved ones.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
7:00-9:00pm
Xavier Room
524 Ninth St., Wilmette, IL 60091
Maureen M. Martin, MDiv, MAPC, is the chaplain with
NorthShore University Home and Hospice Services. Previously she has worked as a Pediatrician and Pediatric
Nurse. After many life transitions, Maureen has woven
together her losses; now she shares her insights of hope,
even in crisis, through writing, public speaking and
`spiritual direction
Reservations accepted but not required.
For more information, or to RSVP, please call
(847) 256-2273 x 0
or by email [email protected]
Refreshments will be served following the presentation.
. Ms. Martin lives in Evanston.
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Parish Ministries
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St. Francis Bereavement Ministry
2011 Calendar and ongoing resources
“Blessed are those who mourn”
Important information regarding communion
visits and pastoral care of the sick in the local
hospitals. Please Read Carefully!
Due to intensified national privacy concerns at hospitals
and medical facilities, it has become increasingly difficult for our
Priests and Ministers of Care to provide communion calls and pastoral visits to our parishioners that are hospitalized locally.
You are very important to the pastoral staff at St. Francis.
To assist us in providing quality care to those in need please note
the following information. The patient or family must take the initiative to have spiritual needs met.
If you would like to be anointed prior to a planned hospital visit, please call the parish office in advance, or request an
anointing as instructed in our Sunday bulletin following the liturgy.
Anointing can also be requested in the hospital.
When you are being admitted to the hospital it is critical
that you or a loved one identifies your religious affiliation, including the name of the parish. Either you or a loved one should indicate you are requesting Catholic Pastoral Care from those available
in the hospital to provide this care.
The patient or family can also contact the parish or the
Pastoral Care Office for spiritual support at the hospital during their
hospital stay.
Ministry of Care Visits Sunday, May 29
After 8:00 Mass
Hospital
After 9:30 Mass
Homes
M. CORDELL**
J. Richards
B. Weir
C. Soden
D. Ware
KATHY CLARK**
C. Porter
J. O’Connor
J. Schwab
J. Lober
D. Miller
M. Stone
S.Hayden
Personal Assistance and Referrals
Support is available to those in need. Resources, printed materials and personal contact support is available through the
Ministry of Care Office. Please call Debbie Armenta for more
information at (847 256-2273) x 1.
2011 Grief Support Group Meetings
The Grief and Loss support group will be meeting for 2 sets
of three “once per month” sessions during 2011. Book selection TBA.
Dates: June SPEAKERS FORUM
July No Meetings
Aug. 4
7:00pm-8:30pm
Sept. 1
7:00pm-8:30pm
Oct. 6
7:00pm-8:30pm
Nov. SPEAKERS FORUM TBA
Dec. No Meetings
Support Group meetings are held in the Parish Offices from
7:00pm – 8:30pm located on the corner of Greenleaf and 9th
St. in Wilmette. All are welcome. Refreshments served. Reservations encouraged - not required.
(Please note: these groups are offered as support only, for resources on therapeutic counseling, or referrals to outside agencies,
please contact the Ministry of Care Office)
H.O.P.E.
Offers transportation to doctor’s appointments, hospitalizations, a new birth, death of a family member or
other crisis. Regular visits to elders in the parish to
provide company or help with some light household
needs. Assistance with household tasks that do not
require professional help such as moving boxes, hanging a picture or organizing a shelf.
The St. Francis Ministry of Care provides ongoing weekly visits for
Holy Communion and prayers to the sick and the homebound on Sunday mornings due to illness, disability or a recent hospitalization.
Ministers of Care also visit St. Francis Parishioners who have moved
to an assisted care facility or nursing home. Please call the Confidential Ministry of Care-line to request communion visits. (847)
256-CARE (2273) & Press 0.
5:00 pm
C. Drwiega
P. Elliott
P. Federico
D. Froelich
K. Martin
E. Vogel
L. Wozney
8:00 am
C. Cislak
S. Donoghue
P. Martin
B. O’Brien
J. O’Brien
T. Porter
A. Smeeton
9:30 am
J. Avery
B. Campbell
L. Glunz
B.Malloy
M. Malloy
K. Sasso
J. Spence
These services are provided to members of the St.
Francis Xavier Parish by members of the parish. If
you would be interested in receiving OR providing
assistance in any of the above ways, please call the
parish office at 847-256-4250 Ext36 and leave a message or email us at [email protected].
847-256-4250 Ext. 36
Eucharistic Ministers Schedule-May 29
10:15 am
D. Murphy
M. Murphy
C. Jonaitis
11:30 am
C. Ambrose
C. Cowan
J. Fox
S. Hatter
K. Malm
R/R Pope
B. Stone-Theobald
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Community of Faith
CHURCH: 9th Street and Linden Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
SCHOOL: 808 Linden Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
SCHOOL WEB: sfx-school.org
PARISH OFFICE: 524 9th Street, Wilmette, IL 60091
WEBSITE: www.sfxparish.org
EMAIL: [email protected]
TELEPHONE NUMBERS:
Pastoral & Support STAFF
Rev. William J. Sheridan, Pastor
Parish Offices: 847-256-4250
Rev. Przemek (Peter) Wojcik, Associate Pastor
Parish Fax: 847-256-4254
Rev. Edward F. Harnett, Pastor Emeritus
Parish School: 847-256-0644
Rev. Richard J. Jakubik, Resident
Ministry of Care:
Rev. Willard Jabusch, Visitor
847-256-CARE
Robert & Karen Kerls, Deacon Couple
(847-256-2273)
Patty Jane Pelton, Pastoral Associate
Sr. Joyce Shanabarger, OSF, Pastoral Associate
After Hours Emergency Assistance:
Joan Thesing, Pastoral Minister
847-256-0709
Daniel McKenna, School Principal
Marge Kaup, School Business Office Manager
Sr. Mary Ann Casey, OP, Director, PREP Program
Elaine Strnad, PREP Program Administrative Assistant
Marilyn Smith, Secretary
Sara Crome, Secretary, ACTION Program
Debbie Armenta, Director, Ministry of Care
Jo Ebert, Director of Music
Judy Krugman, Vito Vitale, Organists
Sarah Smith, Director of Children’s Choir
Dani Froelich, Chairperson, Parish Pastoral Council
Ray Gass, Sara Crome, Sharing Parish liasons: St. Thomas of Canterbury
Sheldon Moore, Business Manager
Darek Bukowski, Maintenance
Tadeusz Odbierzychleb, Maintenance
BAPTISMS: 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month. Call the Parish Office to make arrangements and to register
for a preparation session.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays after the 8:15 Mass. Sunday 10:30– 11:25AM
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Should be arranged at least four months in advance. Call the Parish Office
for details.
PARISH REGISTRATION: Registration Forms available in vestibule of Church, at the Parish Office or
from our Website.