Church of the Holy Ghost Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 7, 2019

A Catholic Faith Community 254 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, Illinois 60191 www.holyghostparish.org

Upcoming Parish Events

July 6/7 Birthday/Anniversary Weekend;

Capital Campaign Collection

July 7 - 12 Totus Tuus Summer Camp

Mass Schedule

Monday through Thursday Mass 8:30 AM

Friday Mass or Communion Service 8:30 AM

Saturday 5 PM Sunday 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM

Holy Days of Obligation 8:30 AM, 12:15 PM, 7:00 PM

Welcome to Holy Ghost Parish

Holy Ghost Directory

Parish

Parish Office……….630.860.2975

Parish Fax…………..630.860.9482

Parish website…...www.holyghostparish.org

My Parish App: For Tablet and Smart phone download at myParishApp.com

Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Closed for lunch 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Rev. John Hornicak, Pastor frjohn@holyghostparish.org Dino J. Franch, Deacon dinoraffy@aol.com Robbie Lasica, Deacon aquinas.trinity@gmail.com

Theresa Bero, Business Manager tbero@holyghostparish.org

Carolyn Niehoff, Music Director carolyn@holyghostparish.org

Faith Formation

Faith Formation Office………...630.766.1045

Kathy Grant, Director of Faith Formation kgrant@holyghostparish.org

Parish Mission Statement

We, the members of Holy Ghost Parish, are one body of Roman Catholic

people with diverse gifts and blessings, who share responsibility for the

transformation of ourselves and our world according to the teachings and

example of Jesus Christ.

Fed by the Holy Spirit, we nurture our faith through private prayer, liturgy

and sacraments, through life-long learning and teaching of Gospel values,

and through love and support of each other.

Empowered by the same Spirit, we live our faith in action through the

ministries of service, social justice, evangelization and witness, because all

are called to one and the same goal: unity with God, now and forever.

Amen.

Sacramental Information

Baptism takes place on some Sundays at 12:30 p.m.

Before scheduling your child’s Baptism, you must

attend a preparation class. Call the parish office to

make arrangements.

First Eucharist is celebrated each Spring and is

available to youth who have completed the required

preparation.

Confirmation is celebrated each year and is

available to youth who have completed the required

preparation.

Reconciliation is available Saturdays at 4:00 PM or

by appointment. During the seasons of Advent and

Lent Saturday Reconciliation will begin at 3:00 PM.

A day of Reconciliation is scheduled during Advent

and Lent at the Deanery Church in Elmhurst.

Marriage Diocesan policy requires 6 months

preparation time. Contact the parish office.

RCIA is a process for fully initiating adults into the

Catholic faith. It is for those who have not been

baptized or those who were baptized and/or raised in

another Christian denomination and are now

interested in becoming Catholic. This process is also

for Baptized Catholics who never completed their

initiation through the sacraments of Eucharist and/or

Confirmation. If interested, please contact the Faith

Formation office at 630-766-1045.

Eucharist for the Homebound If you or a

member of your family cannot attend Mass because of

illness or disability, a Minister of Care will bring

Communion to you. Please call the parish office at

630-860-2975 to make arrangements.

Welcome Center

Welcome Center Ministers are able to help you with

the following needs: parish registration, sick visit

request, as well as Sacrament information.

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Readings and Resources

SUNDAY REFLECTION

GOD’S PROVIDENCE

Today’s readings celebrate God’s providence. No matter how wonderful (or heartbreaking) our relationships are, God always provides for us. No one cares for us the way God does.

Isaiah delights us with a deeply intimate image of God caring for us “as a mother comforts her child.” The prophet describes us not as the usual “children of God,” but as “babies.” We should not resist this image, but rejoice in it. Trusting in God’s care, we can all let down our guard and rest like infants in the lap of our mother.

Saint Paul’s trust in God allows him to be at peace like this. He boldly declares that no one can “make troubles” for him, because he has given himself completely to Jesus. And when Jesus sends his disciples out to preach and heal, he challenges them not to provide for themselves, but to let faith be their guide.

Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

It’s high summer now, school is out, the pace of work slows, and some people drift away. There are visitors in the churches every summer, and familiar faces are “among the missing.” Some find the summer’s call more appealing than the summons of the church bells. Many, however, would not dream of missing a Sunday, and so they make their way to Mass in unfamiliar places, watching the locals for clues as to when to sit or stand, where the Communion stations are. In answering the call, they keep the “sabbatical” rhythm of the Christian life: every seventh day, the Body of Christ assembles for worship.

For centuries, there was no obligation to Sunday Mass in the sense of a written law, but Christians have always yearned to be together on Sunday. In the city of Abitina, during a persecution by the Emperor Diocletian, a group of Christians were urged to stop worshiping together on Sundays. They responded, “Then take our lives, for without the Sunday we cannot live.” By a curious coincidence, the appointed readings today center us on thoughts of peace. On our Independence Day, the experience of worship situated us in community, and evoked a commitment from us to be advocates of peace in all aspects of our society’s life.

—James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Come Pray the Rosary

Weekdays 9:00 AM & Thursdays 7:00 PM

Adoration: Monday ~ Friday 7:00 AM ~ 8:00 AM

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Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

July 7, 2019

May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.

— Galatians 6:14

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Gn 28:10-22a; Ps 91:1-4, 14-15ab;

Mt 9:18-26

Tuesday: Gn 32:23-33; Ps 17:1b, 2-3, 6-7ab, 8b, 15;

Mt 9:32-38

Wednesday: Gn 41:55-57; 42:5-7a, 17-24a;

Ps 33:2-3, 10-11, 18-19; Mt 10:1-7

Thursday: Gn 44:18-21, 23b-29; 45:1-5; Ps 105:16-21;

Mt 10:7-15

Friday: Gn 46:1-7, 28-30; Ps 37:3-4, 18-19, 27-28,

39-40; Mt 10:16-23

Saturday: Gn 49:29-32; 50:15-26a; Ps 105:1-4, 6-7;

Mt 10:24-33

Sunday: Dt 30:10-14; Ps 69:14, 17, 30-31, 33-34,

36 - 37; or 19:8-11; Col 1:15-20; Lk 10:25-37

The Little Ones

Jim Burrows, the cartoonist behind

The Little Ones, is a Christian artist with

a passion for sharing the Good News of the

Gospel through art that is joyful.

He is a certified catechist at Mission San

Luis Obispo, California, and has a

master’s degree in Pastoral Studies

from Loyola University New Orleans.

He is a permanent deacon for the

Diocese of Monterey.

Mass Intentions for the Week

Please keep the

following intentions

in your prayers:

Please note: Weekday intentions may be

rescheduled due to changes or cancellations.

Monday, July 8 8:30 a.m.

Ronald Kamysz 1st Anniversary

Lolita Gniech

Tuesday, July 9 8:30 a.m.

Camilla & Tommaso Rugiero

Wednesday, July 10 8:30 a.m.

For the Parishioners of Holy Ghost living and deceased.

Thursday, July 11 8:30a.m.

Marion Bero

Friday, July 12 8:30 a.m.

Communion Service

Mass Intention Information

$10 stipend per Mass Intention.

Mass Intention requests, which are in compli-

ance with the Decree on Mass Stipends, began

on January 1, 2016: There will be one intention

for a Mass. Mass will be offered for all Parishion-

ers in the Parish on Christmas Eve, Christmas

Day, Holy Thursday, Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday,

and Holy Days of Obligation. No other intentions

will be taken for the Masses on these days.

Saturday, July 6

5:00 p.m.

For the Parishioners of Holy Ghost living and deceased.

Sunday, July 7

8:30 a.m.

Krystyna Czeszcik

10:30 a.m.

Lee Rudy

At that time the Lord

appointed seventy-two others

who he sent ahead of him

in pairs to every town and

place he intended to visit.

Luke 10:1

Bulletin Deadlines

Please help the new bulletin editor meet

the deadlines by submitting your bulletin

articles at least two weeks before your event.

Last minute articles may not be able

to be accommodated.

Please note the new email address:

hgbulletin@holyghostparish.org

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TOTUS TUUS PRAYER

Totally yours, Immaculate Conception,

Mary my Mother, Live in me, Act in me,

Speak in me and through me,

think your thoughts in my mind, love through my heart,

give me your dispositions and feelings,

teach, lead me and guide me to Jesus,

correct, enlighten and expand my thoughts

and behavior, possess my soul, take over my entire personality and life, replace it with Yourself, incline me to constant adoration,

pray in me and through me, let me live in you and

keep me in this union always. Amen.

--Saint Pope John Paul II

Our Sanctuary Lamp

Our sanctuary lamp is a 7-day candle that is always lit above the tabernacle. If you would like to contribute $20 to the cost of the weekly candle we will print a “Thank You” in the bulletin. You are also welcome to make the donation in memory of a loved one or loved ones. There are envelopes on the book racks for your donation. Please include a paper that states how you would like your name and/or the names for memorials printed. Names will be printed in the bulletin in the order in which they are received, either in the collection or at the office.

From Fred & Sandi Sobieski

In Memory of

Rose & Bobby Sobieski

Financial Giving to Holy Ghost

Food for the Banquet

$50 is needed each weekend for hosts and wine. If you would like to help cover the costs, drop your donation with your choice of date into the collection basket. Please mark it: Food for the Banquet.

From Richard & Myrtle Ciesla

In Memory of the

Ciesla, Koda, Elder & Peppi Families

The following dates are open for donations:

September 7/8, 21/22

All of October

November 9/10,16/17, 23/24

November 30/December 1

December 7/8, 14/15, 21/22, 24/25

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Monthly Stewardship

Date May 2019 Fiscal year to date

Sunday collections $42,865 $528,364

Budgeted $50,000 $550,000

Overage/(Shortage) ($7,135) ($21,636)

Overage/(Shortage) % (14.27%) (3.94%)

Annual Budget $600,000

CMAA Pledge Report for Holy Ghost: PARISH GOAL: $52,300

AMOUNT PLEDGED: $52,155 AMOUNT PAID: $36,155 REMAINING BALANCE: $16,000

Your participation in the CMAA is important. If you have not had a chance to participate in the Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA) this year, there is still time. A mailing should have arrived at your home. As your pastor, I encourage you to prayerfully reflect on God’s gifts to you and to give a gift to the CMAA. Participation is the key to a successful appeal and a chance for our parish to receive a parish rebate, too. Every gift helps! If you did not receive this mailing and would like to make a gift to the CMAA, please call the Diocese of Joliet Development Office at 815-838-8515. Or, if you wish to make your gift online, please visit www.jolietdioceseappeal.org.

Thank you for your generosity towards the special 53rd week collection the weekend of June 22/23. As of June 25, we have received $12,659.30. If you have not had the opportunity

to contribute, there are envelopes available in the narthex. You can also give through WE SHARE on the parish website. Look for the ONLINE GIVING button with the red heart. Every contribution will help narrow our shortfall for the fiscal year of Sunday collections

needed to meet the expenses of the parish. Again, thank you for your kind consideration.

A Prayer For Our Church

Heavenly Father, in every age, you have been our refuge. Yet again and still, we stand before you asking for your protection on your Holy Church. We place our Church in your hands, for without you we can do nothing. May Jesus, our High Priest and true compass, continue to lead her in every thought and action to be an instrument of justice, a source of consolation, a sacrament of unity, and a manifestation of your faithful covenant. For the victims of abuse and their families, pour out your healing and your peace. For the leaders of your Church, pour out your Spirit to guide them and inspire their decisions. For those who have followed your call to serve you and your people in holiness, sustain them by your grace. For all the faithful who are searching for answers, embrace them with your love, restore their trust, console them with your clear Gospel message, and renew them with your sacraments. We ask this in the name of your Son and our Brother, and through the Holy Spirit, who lives and reigns with you forever and ever. Amen.

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Vocations Prayer

AIR FORCE:

MAJ Patty Calabrese

MAJ Mary Dones

LT COL Anthony Calabrese

1st LT Joseph Piscopo

2nd LT Joshua Jalowiec

SSGT Robert W. Dones

SSGT Timothy Latvis

ARMY:

COL Jeffrey K. Klotz

CWO4 Anderson Mann

LTC Robert Bowen

LTC Grace Gallagher

PVT Steven Badgley

PVT Ian Schauchuk

COAST GUARD:

CPO Dale Janetka

MARINE CORPS:

CAPT Edward W. Miller

PFC David Lozeau

PVT Cameron Andresen

PVT Billy Termine

Peter Bush

NAVY:

CAPT Thomas Zwolfer

LT Nicholas Lucania

IT2 Christopher Wilder

ENS Matthew Starsiak

Ryan James Ruizol

Pray for Our Military

Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands.

Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for

the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.

LORD of the Harvest, BLESS young people with the gift of courage to respond to your call. Open their hearts to great ideals, to great things.

INSPIRE all of your disciples to mutual love and giving – for vocations blossom in the good soil of faithful people.

INSTILL those in religious life, parish ministries, and families with the confidence and grace to invite others to embrace the bold and noble path of a life consecrated to you.

UNITE us to Jesus through prayer and sacrament, so that we may cooperate with you in building your reign of mercy and truth, of justice and peace. Amen.

Servers for July 13 & 14

Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am Sunday 10:30 am

Adults servers

monitor their

own schedule.

Alex Rosone

Tyler Piotrowski

Giulianna Onesti

Lauren Leider

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Now being offered for the 2019/2020 year in our Faith Formation Program…

Preschool ! We are offering an introduction to our faith to the little ones ages 3-5.

(Potty-trained is a must, please.)

We offer an immersive learning environment for your child to meet Jesus through stories, activities,

song and play. We strongly encourage you to come witness this awakening to our faith with your child.

While parent attendance is not mandatory, how wonderful would it be to see the light of Jesus being

kindled in your child. You would then have opportunity to discuss during the week the experience

you shared together at Faith Formation class.

For more information call Kathy Grant @ 630-766-1045 or Frannie Hargadon @ 630-766-4508.

Moms: Take some time for you!

We love our kids, don’t get us wrong,

but being a mom is draining both physically and spiritually.

Recharge your batteries with like minded ladies who are

looking to find spiritual comfort and healing in God’s word.

Read bible verses that give strength and insight to moms in

need. Find a bit of peace on Monday nights after your crazy

hectic weekends. Share some snacks and stories with the

other weary weekday warriors known as moms! Relax in an

informal study group that brings God more fully into our lives

so we can appreciate the help and guidance that is waiting

for us if we just seek and ask.

For more information call Kathy Grant @ 630-766-1045 or Frannie Hargadon @ 630-766-4508.

Father John, the Holy Ghost CCW and the Knights of Columbus

are working together to coordinate Mass or Communion services to be held

at The Radcliff Senior Living Center on Irving Park Road in Wood Dale.

The service will be held every Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 p.m.,

on the fifth floor, in the auditorium.

The first Mass at The Radcliff will take place on Wednesday, July 10.

Volunteers to serve are welcome.

If you would like to assist our elderly brothers and sisters who are residents there,

please call either Peggy Gisburne at 630-595-9302 or Joe Alcozer at 630-595-2592.

Thank you for your consideration of this ministry and for your prayers.

Knights of Columbus

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** During May at Advantage Health Care, we estimate that 79 women made a "choice" that will change their lives forever and ended the lives of their unborn children.

** A woman who came back for her 3-week post-abortive checkup (women must return to the clinic to make sure their baby is gone) was crying and told me that her boyfriend pushed her into it. She has since broken up with him. I asked her if she had named her baby. She almost immediately said "Jasmine." We prayed together and I gave her a brochure for post-abortive healing. Please pray for this young woman to find hope and forgiveness and seek out relationships where respect for each other and life reign.

** We believe there were 6 SAVES in May!

** On the Saturday before Mother's Day we held our first "Bouquets of Blessings for Mother's Day" vigil. Many prayer angels came to surround the clinic with love and hope. Our efforts bore fruit when a young couple chose life! I gave the young mom flowers, baby booties, and information about Avenue Women's Center (the pro-life pregnancy center at 132 E. Irving Park just west of the abortion clinic). Both parents smiled as they left.

** One young woman was sitting in the parking lot talking with her friend. An older male sidewalk counselor started talking to them. She told him that she "can't afford" a baby. He told them about Avenue Women's and even brought them to the center. The center had not yet opened, so the he took down their phone number and they left. Laura followed up with her through text later and confirmed that she is keeping her baby! Laura also gave her the number for Optionline 1-800-712-4357, a national pregnancy helpline, which is fantastic through text and connects women with the pregnancy center nearest them. She texted Laura that she is so grateful to the counselor who got her out of the abortion clinic parking lot! This is a great example of how God uses all types of people to save lives: young, old, male, female, experienced, or beginner.

This male counselor had only been praying with us for about 1 month and never had any formal training. If you are feeling called to be on the sidewalk for women and children, don't worry that you're not prepared, or that you don't have the knowledge, or could never do what we do. Just take that leap of faith and let God sort out the details! Email or call us with any questions: 847-651-4877.

Yours for LIFE, Maria Goldstein and Laura Vandercar Co-founders NorthWest Families for Life “Giving women a real choice and babies a real chance.”

Our mission is to call to action pro-life individuals for prayer and peaceful vigils to end abortion

www.NorthWestFamiliesForLife.weebly.com

VIGIL OPPORTUNITIES

Wood Dale (Advantage Medical, 203 E. Irving Park Rd.)

Tuesdays, 6:30 am – 11:00 am NorthWest Families for Life nwfl526@gmail.com

Fridays, 6:30 am – 11:00 am NorthWest Families for Life nwfl526@gmail.com

Saturdays 6:30 am – 12:00 pm If you are willing to sign up for an hour on a Saturday from 9-10, or 10-11, or 11-12, please call John Rudy 719-332-0471.

** We are trying to extend our hours until 1:00 pm. This way we could be there to see all of the post-abortive women leave. Why does it matter? It's too late to save the baby. That's true, but it's not too late to save souls of the mother and father. We have found that often women are more open to taking literature after the abortion. Many are already beginning to feel the gravity of their "choice." We don't want them to go home thinking no one cares or be told "it's no big deal" by well-meaning friends or, worse yet, become ravaged by guilt and turn to drinking, drugs or suicide. No, we want ALL post-abortive women and men to receive mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. THAT is why we would like to extend our vigil until 1:00 pm on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, to insure that women are offered a Project Rachel brochure to be a lifeline for their healing. Can you help?

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The new Knights of Columbus

council officers for the

2019-2020 year

will be installed at 7:00 pm,

on Thursday, July 11,

at the Wood Dale Library.

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Ascension of Our Lord in Oakbrook Terrace invites you to: Grief Support - A Healing Walk with Others

Tuesdays from 1 PM - 3 PM JULY 9, 16, 23, 30 AUGUST 6, & 13

Have you experienced the loss of a loved one through death? Perhaps a friendship came to an end? Maybe a job that brought you so much life no longer exists. We all experience loss more often than we think. Sometimes that loss can take a toll on our own self. Join us for a six-week grief support session. For some, it is helpful to go on this journey with others. While no two people experience grief the same way, one can rest in the fact nobody has to grieve alone. As we take a Healing Walk with Others this summer, may it become a time that brings peace. Registration is helpful, but not mandatory. Contact: Vince Zaprzal at 630-953-4415 or by email: vzaprzal@ascensionofourlord.net

Catholic Charities’ Counseling

The Counseling Program at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet has immediate openings for new clients this summer in Downers Grove and Joliet! Counseling services are available in English or Spanish, with our masters-level clinicians. Catholic Charities Counseling Services provides outpatient mental health counseling for individuals, families, and couples. Additionally, specialized services such as anger management, parenting groups and preventative education programs are offered. To make an appointment, call 815-723-0331. To learn more about Catholic Charities, visit catholiccharitiesjoliet.org.

IS YOUR MARRIAGE STRUGGLING? Do you feel alone?

Are you frustrated or angry with each other?

Do you argue or have you just stopped talking altogether?

Does talking about your problems only make them worse?

RETROUVAILLE CAN HELP YOU SAVE YOUR MARRIAGE!

Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi) has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage restore their

connection and rebuild a loving relationship. This marriage-saving program provides couples with actionable steps they can

take to improve communication, build a stronger marriage and help them reconnect.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP…ATTEND A WEEKEND! For confidential information about the Retrouvaille program

or to register for our upcoming weekend on September 13-15 in Joliet, please call

815-246-2080, email us at retrouvaillejoliet@gmail.com, or visit www.HelpOurMarriage.com.

Retrouvaille Chicago has a weekend scheduled for November 22-24, 2019 if you are unable to attend the September weekend in Joliet.

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Meet & Support our Seminarians

Diocese of Joliet 45th Annual

Seminarian Sendoff

“Celebrating the Future of Priesthood”

Sunday, August 11, 2019

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Benet Academy, Lisle

Adults: $30 Children 5 to 12: $15 Children under 5: Free

Call or email Ken LeBeau:630-818-6261 or SerraDuPage@outlook.com

Please respond by July 22, 2019.

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The Theology on Tap Series events

are open to all young adults

18-39 years old. Bring a friend!

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Opportunities within the Diocese

“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be firm, steadfast,

always fully devoted to the work of the Lord,

knowing that in the Lord your labor

is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58

St. Joan of Arc Parish, Lisle, has an opening for a full time

Parish Business Manager. This professional Administrator

will report directly to the Pastor, assisting the Pastor with the

stewardship of the Financial and Personnel Resources of the

Parish, in accordance with the Diocesan Policies and Guide-

lines. We are looking for someone who is Computer-literate,

has experience in Accounting, is knowledgeable in communi-

cation, has an Undergraduate degree in Business or related

field, and five years of Business and/or Church related

experience. We are looking for a person of faith, committed

to Gospel values, that is a responsible manager of resources,

and helps the Church fulfill its mission. Interested candidates

please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirement

to: Deb O’Connor at deb.oconnor08@yahoo.com.

St. Mary is seeking a Religious Education Office Assistant to

provide part-time administrative support for our Directors

of Religious Education and programs. Duties and responsibili-

ties to include processing registrations, payments, and

deposits, maintaining records and databases, tracking

assignments, answering emails and phone calls, managing

inventory and preparation of program materials for classes

and events, setting up for events, and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

-Good multitasking and organizational ability.

-Undergraduate degree or relevant experience preferred, but

not required.

-Detail oriented and able to see the big picture of the

ministry.

-Accurate and efficient data entry skills.

-Experience with accounts receivable, preparing deposits,

periodic financial report preparation, and other

bookkeeping tasks.

-Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.

-Good interpersonal skills.

-Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Parish Soft

Database experience preferred.

-Spirit of prayer and collaboration.

Please apply by sending your resume and a cover letter ex-

plaining why you are interested in this position to:

Ms. Nicole Brochmann dre@stmarymokena.org.

The Diocese of Joliet is seeking to hire an Administrative

Assistant in the Office of Youth Formation. This position

is part-time, unbenefited up to 29 hours weekly with

possibly some flexibility with schedule. This ministry position

serves the administrative support needs of the Associate

Directors of the Office of Youth Formation. A minimum of

High School Education required and previous Administrative/

Secretarial experience desired. Competency with computer

programs such as: Microsoft Office (including Word mail

merge) and Google Calendar, etc. is required. A high

competence in social media, web page editing, digital

marketing, and graphic design is a plus. Must be detail ori-

ented and organized. Must have excellent public relation

skills and maintaining confidentiality. Must support the

mission, philosophy, objectives and policies of the Roman

Catholic Church and the Diocese of Joliet. Bilingual in English

and Spanish desired. Applicants meeting the necessary quali-

fications may apply by submitting a cover letter, resume and

salary requirement to: humanresources@dioceseofjoliet.org

The Diocese of Joliet is seeking to hire a full-time Benefit

Administrator. The Benefit Administrator is responsible for all

administrative aspects of the diocesan insurance program

(medical, property, unemployment, and worker

compensation) and performs work necessary for the

efficient and effective operation of the insurance program

at the diocese, parishes, and school levels for approximately

2,000 employees. Necessary qualifications include: College

degree preferred but not required. Ability to handle and

maintain confidential information. A minimum of three years’

experience in a benefits position. Knowledgeable working

with multiple software databases. Familiar with third party

payroll services and HRIS software. Knowledgeable in

Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to organize,

prioritize work and meet deadlines. Proficiency in multitask-

ing. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Excellent interpersonal skills. Bilingual in English and Spanish

is a plus. Must support the mission, philosophy, objectives

and policies of the Roman Catholic Church and the Diocese of

Joliet. This is a full-time position with benefits. Normal work

week Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and

Friday 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Some overtime required.

Qualified and interested applicants please email cover letter,

resume and salary requirement

to: humanresources@dioceseofjoliet.org

PLEASE WELCOME OUR

TOTUS TUUS TEAM!

PATRICK, GINA, ELIZABETH & SAM

Patrick is a sophomore at Franciscan University of Steubenville, studying Communication Arts, Theater, and Theology

and this is his second year teaching Totus Tuus. Gina will be a junior at Franciscan, studying Mathematics and Chemistry.

Elizabeth will be a sophomore at Boston College, studying Elementary Education and Theology.

Sam is a seminarian for the Diocese of Joliet, entering his second year of Philosophy studies at St. John Vianney College Seminary in St. Paul, MN.

Looking forward to a week of faith and fun at Holy Ghost!