July 21, 2013

The Sixteenth Sunday

in Ordinary Time

1214 Hamilton Street, Lockport, IL 60441

Phone: 815 838-2592 Fax: 815 838-2401

E-mail: church@saint-dennis.org Website: www.saint-dennis.org

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Saturday 4:30 pm Sunday 7:30 am, 9:15 am, 11:00 am

Daily Monday thru Friday 7:15 am (Changes to daily Mass may occur.

View page 2 for all changes.) Glory & Praise Tuesdays 7:00 pm

SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: Sat. 3:30-4:15 pm or Appt.

Baptism Please call 815 838-2592 ext.123

to register and complete a “Baptismal Request” form.

Marriage Please call 815 838-2592 ext.123 to

Register, at least six months in advance.

Parish Office Hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am to 4:00pm

Friday 8:30am to 12noon

PASTORAL STAFF

Pastor Rev. James Curtin

Associate Pastor Rev. Thomson Panakal

Residents Fr. Mark Fracaro

Sr. Ellen Thomas, r.c.

Pastoral Associates Deacon Rob Weierman Sr. Joanne Vallero, CSJ

Faith Formation Director Venus Wozniak

Music Director Patti Johnson

Healing Prayer Lorrie Murphy 708 301-5107 murphyfisch@comcast.net

Bulletin Editor Contact the Parish Office

secretary@saint-dennis.org

1201 Washington St.—Lockport, IL 60441 815 838-4494

E-mail—school@saint-dennis.org Principal—Lisa Smith

Our Mission Statement

St. Dennis is a welcoming, Spirit-led, Catholic Community called to be

disciples of Christ, servants of those in need and celebrators of God’s love.

MONTHLY REMINDERS

2nd & 4th Sunday—Baptism 1pm

Tuesday—Glory & Praise 7pm

2nd Tuesday—CCW 12pm - Sept., Dec., March & May

First Friday—Holy Hour 3:30pm

Bulletin Information Center Please send all information by email to secretary@saint-dennis.org. Deadline to submit info for the bulletin is 4 pm Friday one week before you want it to appear. NOTE: In subject area, please type “St. Dennis Bulletin.” All info must now be in MS Word or Publisher document as an attachment. Thank you, Parish Office.

Dear Family,

Power to the Tower! This week we began gold leafing the

upper portion of our clock tower along with tuck pointing

and adding more powerful lights. I thank Chellino Crane

company for their donation of their crane this past week.

The gold portion of the tower has long been a vision of mine that I

have shared with many parishioners, especially our Parish Council.

Our golden tower is a sign of God’s glory in our midst that our church,

school and entire parish is committed to giving glory to God in all

things. I pray and hope in the years to come when people look at our

church tower in the day and the night, that their minds and hearts

may be raised up to give glory and praise to God. Our church tower

will be a powerful sign of God’s presence and power for all to see and

come and experience. Let us all continue to be reminded to give glory

and praise to God for all he has given us.

In the Lord’s Love,

Fr. Jim Curtin

GIVING GLORY TO GOD Sponsoring the Gold Tower

A dedication plaque will be in the Narthex remembering

all those who sponsored the tower in memory of a loved one.

The suggested donation is as follows:

Golden Glory Tower (10) at $1,000 each

Contact the parish office for more information.

Preparation for Sacrament of Baptism: Your family must be registered “active” members of

St. Dennis. Baptismal Prep Mtgs. are divided into two meetings, 4 weeks apart on Saturdays.

Part 1 is 9 am -10:15 am, Part 2 is 10:30 am - 11:45. The next prep class is August 17. No July class.

Call Parish Office to register.

Faith Formation Registrations for 2013-14: Register now to have your children join us in

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Home Grown Faith, First Communion

& Confirmation Preparation. Registration forms are available in the Narthex or on our website.

St. Dennis Rosary Ministry Need an inspirational gift for a special occasion or just to say “I love you…”? Is your favorite Rosary broken? We repair Rosaries free of charge.

Do you have old rosaries, chaplets, beads or Holy Medals? We can recycle them into new rosaries. If you would like to donate them, please place in the basket in the Narthex. Contact Kim at 815.560.2468 or Mary 573.434.7801.

Joyful Again! (A Widowed Ministry) Are you widowed?

Do you know someone who is widowed? Have you reached a crossroads?

Do you want to move forward with your life, while still treasuring your memories?

The Joyful Again! retreat/workshop is for both men and women (all ages) who have been widowed and are still

trying to find hope and joy in their lives. Next retreat dates are July 27-28 at Holy Family,

Inverness and August 10-11 at Immaculate Conception Parish in Elmhurst, IL. Call 708-354-7221 or

email us at joyfulagain@att.net for more info.

SUMMER SCRIP INFO

During the summer, Scrip gift cards will continue to be available after Masses. Beginning June 10, please contact

Kim Pericak our summer Scrip assistant at scripinfo@comcast.net or (815) 347-4626.

Thank you for your continued support!

Divorce Care Divorce is a death. It is a loss of a hope and a dream. Divorce Care is a confidential support group for those

divorced or in the process of a divorce. The group will begin September 12, 2013

at 6:30 pm in the fireside room in Rectory for 12 weeks. Registration is required.

Please call Pat and Bill Roderick at 815-254-9966 to register or the Parish Office for more information.

Join other Catholic teens from the Diocese of Joliet for a powerful and dynamic experience! At University of

St. Francis, Joliet, noon to 10 pm, Cost is $20. Please pre-register.

300 Club Winners for July:

$75 Tom Maslan, $50 Hunter Martis, $25 Deann Grazioli

Your children are invited to

Catholic Kids’ Day Camp 2013

Games • Adventures • Snacks • Songs • Stories

Dramas • Virtues • Crafts • Friends!

When: Tue-Fri, July 30-Aug 2

Where: St. Joseph Park Hall (Theodore & Raynor)

For: Ages 3-13 High-schoolers are welcome to apply as helpers

Time: 9am to 1pm

Cost: $45/first child • 2nd child in family $20 • 3rd child $10

REGISTER TODAY! (Deadline July 25)

www.catholickidscamp.blogspot.com

Claire/Sarah Halbur (Co-Coordinators)

catholickidscamp@att.net

(815) 715-1607

Prayer Requests Do you need prayer or know of someone in need of prayer?

Contact the parish office at 838-2592 ext. 123 secretary@saint-dennis.org to add a prayer request.

July 21,2013

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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE

July 13/14 Collection* (294) …………...………..…........... $ 9,175 Weekly Auto Debit (119) .………………………………......… 3,189 Monthly Auto Debit-weekly aver. (172) ......…....…. 4,420 Total …….…..…............ $16,784 *644 loose cash

Weekly Operating Expenses ...………………………………………….. $ 18,200 Improvements Collection (123) .…………………….....… $ 2,144 Improvements Auto Debit (45) ......……………..…..…. 742 Total …….…..…............ $ 2 ,886 THANK YOU!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!!

Giving the Glory to God Renovation: (as of 7/15/13)

Total Pledged: $379,197

Number of families: 389

Payments received: $341,221

Thank you to 291 on Auto Debit. If you are interested in

enrolling, forms are available in the Narthex.

The Parish Office closes at noon on Fridays through August.

Mass

Intentions

Saturday, July 20 4:30 pm— Jim & Josephine Molloy by Ruthie & family, Jim Murphy (Father of Patti Murphy) by Molly Marchio, Pauline Richards by Donna & Jack Ivezich, Sally Alward by St. Dennis Parish & School Staff & Families

Sunday, July 21 7:30 am— Marian Murphy, Birthday Remembrance by Linda, Bob Devine by Jerry & Fran Fallon

9:15 am — Rebecca Woodhull, President elect of National CCW by St. Dennis CCW, Allie Graczyk by family, Greg Mahalick by Balicki family

11:00 am– Edward Lesnefsky Birthday Remembrance by family, Dick Johnson by Sue & Bill Balicki

Monday, July 22

7:15 am— St. Dennis Parish Staff by family

Tuesday, July 23 7:15 am— Tom Marchio, Birthday Remembrance by Molly, Bob Devine by Mary Mellens

Wednesday, July 24

7:15 am— Joseph Leahy by Peg & Nicole, Prayers for Tom & Kristin Quinlan by Joan

Thursday, July 25 7:15 am— Donna Tierney by Jim & family

Friday, July 26 7:15 am— Danielle Mesech, Birthday Remembrance by Mike & Cathy Pauly, Mary Thomas, Birthday Remembrance by Tom & Sue Gorski

Saturday, July 27 4:30 pm— Nicholas Meyer, grandson of Joyce & Rich Ramos by Molly Marchio, Greg Mahalick by Patti Murphy, John Szafranski by Phil & Helene DeChiara, Helen Bozue, Anniversary of Death by Richard & Rosalie Ward

Sunday, July 28 7:30 am— Elaine Swiech, Birthday Remembrance by family & friends, John Kausak, Anniversary of Death by wife Marie, Dominic Fracaro Family by Jerry & Fran Fallon

9:15 am — Dick Johnson by Mike & Cathy Pauly, Robert Devine by Patti Johnson, Sally Alward by St. Dennis staff

11:00 am– St. Dennis Parish family

Readings for the Week

Mon: Ex 14:5-18, Jn 20: 1-2, 11-18 Tues: Ex 14: 21-15:1,

Mt 12: 46-50 Wed: Ex 16: 1-5, 9-15, Mt 13: 1-9

Thurs: 2 Cor 4: 7-15, Mt 20: 20-28 Fri: Ex 20: 1-17, Mt 13:

18-23 Sat: Ex 24: 3-8, Mt 13: 24-30 Sun: Gn 18: 20-32,

Col 2: 12-14, Lk 11: 1-13

SAVE THE DATE

Glory & Praise will meet Tuesday, July 23rd, 7pm. Mass & Healing Prayer with Celebrant Father Paul Burak, the Pastor at St. Michael's in Orland Park and the past liaison to the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Chicago.

Playground Theology: Join Fr. Mark Fracaro on Tuesdays, July 23, 30 in the playground area of the ELC (Early Learning Center). It will be from 6:30 pm to 8 pm. All welcome, no fee. Bring a chair!

Youth Group Garage Sale: Collection/Drop off of donations on July 24-25 only. Sale in Parish Center July 26th from 8 am to 4 pm & July 27th from 8 am to noon. Requesting parish teens to volunteer and assist with set up; contact the Listerman’s by emailing www.sdyg@comcast.net if you want to earn service hours. Thank you for your support of our youth as we raise funds for 2013-14.

History Books on sale: 150 years of Faith, the History of St. Dennis sold after the 9:15 am Mass, while supplies last.

Tour the Holy Land: Are you interested in touring the Holy Land with St. Dennis parishioners Feb 2014? Learn more about this trip by contacting Marge at: msanto@vikingtvl.com. Info available in Narthex.

Healing Mass w/ Fr. Fernando Suarez on Thursday, August 22 at 6:30 pm in the Church.

Save the Date: Parish Picnic on August 25 at Dellwood Park. Mass at 11 am under Band shell pavilion.

July 21, 2013

CHECK OUT THE ST. DENNIS WEB SITE at www.saint-dennis.org or visit us on Facebook!

“THE LORD SUSTAINS HIS PEOPLE” 2013 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal

A second mailing has been sen to those who have not make their commitment to the

2013 CMAA. Please answer Bishop Conlon’s request and make a generous pledge.

We are at 54% of our goal of $67,516. Thank you to the 247 donors who have so generously

contributed. Envelopes are available in Narthex.

This Week, the Flame of Faith will burn in memory of

Please pray for those who are sick or suffering

especially… Sue Klein, Joe Speno, Georgia Stabosz,

Fr. Thomson, Della Kabza, Christen Morris,

Angie Fracaro, Natalie Renas, Chris Buryj, John Synowiecz

Please pray for those who have entered into Eternal Life especially …

Evelyn Luecke ( Mother of Roger)

Sally Alward, Mother of Patti Johnson, By St. Dennis Parish

Today’s Scripture Readings Gen 18:1-10a Abraham welcomes three strangers.

Col 1:24-28 Christ has been revealed to all who will receive him.

Luke 10:38-42 Martha and Mary with Jesus

Sacrament of Baptism St. Dennis Church Welcomes

Lilah Anneliese Cox

The fast-paced nature and rapid rate of

change in today's world can serve as

obstacles to experiencing peace and

serenity in our lives. However, by

following the example of Mary in today's

Gospel by taking the time to pray each

day and listen to Jesus, Christ's peace can reign in our

lives and hearts no matter what obstacles we face.

Holy Hour and Adoration: All are welcome to attend Holy Hour in the chapel/resource library on

Friday, August 2 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Following we have the great blessing of the exposition of the Blessed

Sacrament from 4:30 pm to 10 pm. Come and pray.

Golf Classic for Men & Women Saturday, August 17th

Register now for our 3rd Annual St. Dennis Golf Classic for Men & Women at Old Oak Country Club in Homer Glen. Registration forms available in Narthex or call

Kevin at 815-838-0902 or k.bussey@comcast.net

Can you Help? A family needs help with clothing for 2 boys.

The 9 yr. old is a sz. 10, sz. 3 shoe; he has long arms and is tall and thin. The 6 yr. old is a sz. 6-7, sz. 2 shoe. They need clothes, including underwear and socks, for summer as well as fall. If you

have any clean, gently used clothing to donate for this purpose, or would like to provide a cash/gift card donation to help this family,

please bring your contributions to the Parish Center marked “We Care.” God bless you.