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MASSES FOR THE WEEK

Weekend, August 16 & 174:00 PM + Mary Ann Miceli ­ Mr. & Mrs. Bill Cramer8:00 AM + Joseph Ciciora ­ Family9:45 AM + Mary Holt ­ Ray & Marlene Kozlowski

11:30 AM + Hipolita Aranda ­ Family

Monday, August 187:30 AM + John Sandoval ­ Friends

Tuesday, August 197:30 AM + Thomas Luczak ­ Phyllis Serafin

Wednesday, August 207:30 AM + Michael A. Drosos Sr. ­ Ann Marie Rucinski

Thursday, August 217:30 AM + Pat Hanus ­ Friends

Friday, August 227:30 AM + Valerie Parrish ­ Maccagnano Family

Saturday, August 237:30 AM + Carmen Salazar de Luna ­ Familia4:00 PM + Betty Czajkowski ­ June Greene

Sunday. August 248:00 AM + Helen Piotrowski ­ Daughters of Isabella9:45 AM + Evelyn Twardosz ­ Marian & Brian Twardosz

11:30 AM + Rosa Elvia Gonzalez ­ Husband

Week of August 17 ­ August 23The Gifts of Bread & Wine are donated this week in memory ofBetty Czajkowski ­ June GreeneThe Tabernacle Candle will be lit this week in memory ofBetty Czajkowski ­ June Greene

USHERSAugust 2014

4:00 PM C. Cowperthwaite, M. Adduci,E. Pindara, A. Lubanowski,T. Zalewski, N. Zalewski

8:00 AM A. Wopinski, T. Nester,A. Jasek, M. Noworyta,J. Young

9:45 AM E. Lihota, G. Slusarczyk,K. Podgorny, T. Baker,M. Gasior

11:30 AM R. Manriquez, J. Gonzalez,M. Suarez, R. Ortiz

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERSAugust 2014

4:00 PMM. CowperthwaiteJ. GibbonsL. Morse

8:00 AMC. BozovicD. CicioraN. Moll

9:45 AMO. HaroP. MaccagnanoP. O'Rourke

11:30 AMA. DavilaR. Oseguera

ALTAR SERVERS

SATURDAY, August 234:00 PM A. Bellan, J. O'Keefe

SUNDAY, August 248:00 AM T. Meyer, S. Meyer, N. Meduga9:45 AM J. Kelly, A. Shea, D. Shea

11:30 AM A. Villanueva, X. Gutierrez

READERSAugust 2014

4:00 PM D. Karczewski8:00 AM A. Bonczek9:45 AM J. Struzik

11:30 AM M. Magallanes

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Monday ­ August 18Reading Ezekiel 24:15­24Gospel Matthew 19:16­22

Tuesday ­ August 19 ­ St. John EudesReading Ezekiel 28:1­10Gospel Matthew 19:23­30

Wednesday ­ August 20 ­ St. BernardReading Ezekiel 34:1­11Gospel Matthew 20:1­16

Thursday ­ August 21 ­ St. Pius XReading Ezekiel 36:23­28Gospel Matthew 22:1­14

Friday ­ August 22 ­ The Queenship of the Blessed MotherReading Ezekiel 37:1­14Gospel Matthew 22:34­40

Saturday ­ August 23 ­ St. Rose of LimaReading Ezekiel 43:1­7aGospel Matthew 23:1­12

Sunday ­ August 24 ­ 21st Sunday in Ordinary TimeReading I Isaiah 22:19­23Reading II Romans 11:33­36Gospel Matthew 16:13­20

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

We pray for...

Barbara Anderson, Michael Auld, AdrienneBonczek, Michael Boston, Grant JosephBradtke, Kevin Chocholek, Rickey Cholipski,Austin Cichy, Philip Corich, Martin Covarrubias,Ann Cummings, Jim Cummings, Dorita De Cardona,David Donahue, Rosie Dunmore, Marietta Falbo, LaurieFerry, Charlotte Frjelich, Bob Frjelich, Irma Garcia, AllysaGarcia, Yesenia Guajardo, Rosa Guadalupe Guajardo,Sara Janet Guzman, Otilia Haro, Helen Hennessy,Maryann Henney, Charlene Jones, Edward Kawa, LarryKawa, Ron Keene, Karen Kil, Bob Konecek, MarthaKowalkowski, Helen Larson, John Larson, Beth Lasseter,Thomas J. Lohr, Katharina Makara, Joseph B. Mistarz,Jr., Joe Moncada, Ricardo Morales, Genoveva Nateras,Policarpo Naya, Shirley Ostrowski, Felicia Pancer, PatPirowski, Steven Schwartz, Jo Shanahan, Paul Sherman,Alfonso Soto, Irene Stincic, Chestine Trzupek, AsunciónVillalpondo, Dianne Williams, Chris Wopinski, StanleyWrona, Sr., Melissa Young, Residents of Hammond­Whiting Care Center and Residents of Dolton Health CareCenter and Residents of Burnham Terrace.

We pray for the homebound, sick and hospitalized. If your nameappears in the above list and you no longer wish to be included due torecovery, please contact the Rectory at (773) 646­4877.

Anyone interested in rentingKonsowski Hall, please call the rectory

for more information.

If you are new to the parish, stop in therectory to register.

Florian Fest will be the weekend of October11 th and 12th. We have had to change the datesbecause of all the things going on in the com-munity. More information to follow.

Florian FestPlease Keep thesedates in mind:

RCIA InstructionsTo Be Offered at St. Florian

Becoming a Catholic TodayThe media continues to report stories of how the Christianreligion is experiencing a decrease in the numbers intheir membership. It is worth noting that the CatholicChurch in the United States gains more new membersevery year than any other religion. Last year, in theArchdiocese of Chicago alone, 507 catechumens werereceived into the Church at Easter Vigils. An additional1063 adults completed the sacraments of initiation(Eucharist, Reconciliation, Confirmation) during theEaster season.

What is RCIA?The Rite ofChristian Initiation ofAdults is a program bywhich the Catholic Church welcomes new members intoits communal life. The RCIA program is a living experienceof the church, and NOT just a series of classes to teachyou about Christianity. There are dis-cussions about thefacts of the faith. These sessions are only one part of theexperience of living the faith. This program allows youto learn and share with others who are on the same journey-- living the faith with members of the Church. For moreinformation about the RCIA program, please contact therectory at (773) 646-4877.

RCIA - The Right ofChristian Initiation for AdultsThese sessions provide information for adults who wishto become Catholic. Baptized Catholics who have notreceived the sacraments are also invited to attend thesesessions as well as anyone who would like to knowmore about the Catholic faith.

Watch for more information in upcoming bulletins!

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General Pulaski Council #3323Knights ofColumbus

Spaghetti DinnerIf you like our pancake breakfast, then you'll love ourspaghetti dinner. The dinner will include: Salad, Bread& Butter, Dessert, Coffee, Milk and "All You Care ToEat Spaghetti & Meatballs with Meat Sauce", all for just$8.00 per person, $5.00 for kids 10 and under. Thedinner will be held on August 23rd from 4pm until 7pmat the St. Columba Social Center 13323 S. GreenbayAvenue in Hegewisch. Plenty ofparking available.

visit us at ­ www.stflorianschool.org

Mission Statement of St. Florian SchoolOur mission is to provide each student with a Catholiceducation in all areas. The faculty and school familiesjoin the parish staff and fellow parishioners to form aliving Catholic faith community. Our school populationis multicultural and fosters sensitivity to the needs ofall. We promote the students' burning desire for learning.Through education, service, support, formation andchallenge, the students are called to realize their potentialspiritually, socially, and intellectually. For one hundredyears our school has been com-mitted to carry out theGospel values of Jesus Christ on a daily basis.

St. Florian SchoolHappenings...

2014 ­ 2015 REGISTRATION!Registration is on going for 3 & 4 year old Pre-school through Grade 8. For further information,please contact the school office at:773-646-2868.

St. Florian School NewsSt. Florian offers classes for grades PreK through 8th.Classes are small, so individualized attention can begiven to students.We offer half day and full day pre-school for 3 and 4 year olds. Students receive instructionin computers, Physical Education and Music in additionto the regular curriculum. Extended day care beforeand after school is available for working families. Wehave a very successful athletic program for both boysand girls. They can be involved in basketball, volleyballand cheerleading. Tuition assistance is available. Ourupcoming Open House is August 17. Tours are avail-able any school day from 8:30 AM to 3:1 5 PM. Viewour website at:http://stflorianschool.org.

Registration for ReligiousEducation and Sacramental

PreparationRegistration for religious education and sacramentalpreparation will take place during the month ofAugust in the rectory, 1 3145 S. Houston AvenueMonday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00pm to6:00pm. A registration form must be filled out foreach student before they can be admitted to class.

School and Religious EducationRegistration for Sacramental preparation - FirstReconciliation (Confession), First Holy Communion,Confirmation - A CANDIDATE MUST HAVE TWOCONSECUTIVE YEARS OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONTO RECEIVEANY SACRAMENT. To register: a copyof the baptismal certificate and the sacramental feeare required (Confirmation candidates check yourpackets for more information). If you are unableto register during the time listed above, please callPeg - (773) 646-4877 - and we can make otherarrangements. Registration will be closed as ofThursday, September 15, 2014.

Health Care ScreeningsSt. Florian Church is pleased to offer a preventivehealth event in Konsowski Hall. Life Line Screening,a leading provider of community-based preventivehealth screenings, will host their affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings on 9/19/2014.Five screenings will be offered that scan for potentialhealth problems related to: blocked arteries whichis a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aorticaneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta;hardening of the arteries in the legs which is astrong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillationor irregular heart beat which is closely tied to strokerisk; and a bone density screening, for men andwomen, used to assess the risk of osteoporosis.

Register for a Wellness Package which includes 4vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from$1 49 ($139 with our member discount). All fivescreenings take 60-90 minutes to complete. In orderto register for this event and to receive a $10 dis-count off any package priced above $129, pleasecall 1 -888-653-6441 or visit:

www. lifelinescreening. com/community-partners.

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POPE FRANCIS ’ V IS IONOF HEALING AND COMMUNION

TheARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO in partnership with Loyola Press

More on Pope Francis’ Vision at www.loyolapress.com/popefranciswww.ArchChicago.org

© 2014 Archdiocese of Chicago, Fr. Louis J. Cameli

Year of Sacraments • One Word at a Time

Jesus said that weshould earnestly tryto enter by the nar­row gate, the only passageway that leads tosalvation. The Sacraments of Initiation—Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist—and most especially Baptism open the gateof salvation. By joining us in a real relation­ship with him who is the way and the truthand the life, these sacraments open the pathto new and eternal life.

If the forces of sin and death seemed at onetime to conspire to hold us bound and evenseemed to have the upper hand, we nowstand in the wonder of the free children ofGod. We now have access to healing, for­giveness, and the fullness of life throughthe sacraments that bring Jesus, the re­deemer, and his saving work into our lives.The narrow gate is now the open gate, andthis gate is Jesus.

Año De Los Sacramentos • De Palabra En Palabra

Jesús dijo quedebíamos tratarseriamente deentrar por la puerta angosta, el único caminoque lleva a la Salvación. Los sacramentosde la Iniciación—Bautismo, Confirmacióny Eucaristía—, especialmente el Bautismo,abren la puerta a la Salvación. Al unirnosen una relación real a él, que es el Camino,la Verdad y la Vida, estos sacramentos abrenpaso a la vida nueva y eterna.

Si la fuerza del pecado y de la muerte algunavez pareció haber conspirado para mante­nernos atados, e incluso haber tenido dominiosobre nosotros, ahora experimentamos elasombro de los hijos libres de Dios. Ahoratenemos acceso a la sanación, al perdón ya la plenitud de la vida a través de los sa­cramentos que traen a Jesús, el redentor,y su acto de Salvación a nuestra vida. Lapuerta angosta es ahora la puerta abierta:la puerta es Jesús.

LA VISIÓN DEL PAPA FRANCISCOSOBRE LA SANACIÓN Y LA COMUNIÓNLaARQUIDIÓCESIS DE CHICAGO en conjunto con Loyola Press

MásdelavisióndelPapaFranciscodisponibleen www.loyolapress.com/popefrancis

www.ArchChicago.org

© 2014 Arquidiócesis de Chicago, Fr. Louis J. Cameli

Open Abrir

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St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box $147.00Before Dinner - I remember when family gatheredtogether and prayed before mealtime and Momwould ask that we think of those less fortunate.We ask that you remember those friends lessfortunate and perhaps share your extra coins byplacing a few in the poor box.

MARK YOUR CALENDARAug 17 Holy Name GolfOuting

SummerTree - Crown Point IN 8:00amAug 26 Pantry Setup (KH) 9:00amAug 27 Big Pantry (KH) 3:00pmSep 7 Holy Name GolfOuting

Wicker Park - Highland IN 9:30amSep 12 Holy Name (KH) - OffMtg 7:00pm

- Gen Mtg 8:00pm

Don't forget to put youre­mail address on your envelope.

You only need to do this once. If you have already submittedyour e-mail address, you do not need to do it again.

2015 Mass BookThe 2015 Mass book willbe open as ofAugust 1 5.However, there are still

Masses open in the 2014 Mass book. Please stopby the rectory to reserve your Masses.

Please pray for ourService Members:

Eugene Zmija, U.S AirForce ­ SSgt David Burks,U.S. Army ­ Sgt Eric L.Abram, U.S. Air Force ­ Lt.Commdr. Nicholas Garcia, U.S. Navy Pilot ­SPC WayIon Bader, US Army ­ SPC Mark J.Dancer, U.S. Army ­ PVT Joshua Garza,U.S. Army ­ PVT Adam Garza, U.S Army ­Aaron Alvarez, U.S Navy ­ MSgt JamesRitchie, U.S. Air Force ­ Capt. ChristopherConner, U.S. Marine Corps ­ Sgt. MichaelMarszalek, U.S. Army ­ Robert A. Islas, Jr.,U.S Navy ­ Sgt. Matthew R. McGivney, U.S.Army ­ Cpl Kristin Pala, US. Marine Corps ­Capt. Lisa Klekowski, US.Army ­ PFCPatrick Paskiewicz ­ U.S. Army ­ PVT DavidCook, US Army ­ Petty Officer Second ClassLaura A Tomczak, U.S Navy ­ LTC PeterAllen Kubas, U.S. Army ­ A1C Kelly Shanahan­ U.S. Air Force, Master Sgt. ChristopherSaberniak, U.S. Air Force ­ A1C NicolaosHofbauer, U.S. Air Force ­ Sgt. Ernest Silva,U.S. Marine Corps ­ Jonathan Daniel Ladowski,U.S. Marine Corps.

If you know of a family member who is no longerserving, please contact the Rectory at 646­4877 sothey may be removed from this prayer list.

Save the Date: Wednesday, October 22

We will celebrate the first Feast Day ofSt. John Paul IIwith a Mass at 6:30pm. Bishop Perry will Celebrate withus. Reception after Mass in Konsowski Hall.

WEEKLY OFFERINGSAugust 9 & 10, 2014

Sunday Envelopes $ 2,335.00Loose $ 343.52Votives $ 87.40

Actual Received $ 2,765.92vs Budgeted Goal ­$ 4,500.00Deficit ­$ 1,734.08

Summer Mission $ 540.30Energy $ 85.00Maintenance $ 150.00Building Improvement $ 123.00

Suffering from the Loss of a Loved One?

Little Company ofMary Hospital, Evergreen Park,offers two support programs for those grieving theloss of a loved one through death.

For Adults: LivingWhen a LovedOne Has DiedSix consecutive Wednesdays, beginning October1 , 2014 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. Support groupsformed specific to loss and age of participant.Registration is required.

For Children:The Heart ConnectionEight conservative Mondays, beginning Septem-ber 15, 2014 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The pro-gram is for children ages 5 to 18 years old whohad a loved one die. Early registration is required.

For further information or registration please call thePastoral Care Department, 708-229-5484. Mondaythru Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm.

TO ALL WHO CELEBRATEWhether visitors, long-time residentsor newly arrived in the Parish, we

Thank God for you.

If you are not registered,or there is a change in your address,

or telephone number,please fill out the form and place it in one

of our collection baskets or mail it tothe Rectory

Thank You

Name: _____________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________

Address: _____________________________________

_____________________________________

_____________________________________

Please CheckOne:

___NewParishioner ___NewPhone Number

___NewAddress ___Moving, Remove

fromRegister

MemorialsAnd Gifts ofRemembrance

Youmay rember your deceased loved ones in thefollowing ways:

DonationDailyMasses $ 10

Tree ofLife Gold Leaf $ 100Small Stone $ 500Large Stone $1 ,000

The Tabernacle Candlewill be lit inmemory of. . . $ 10

The Gifts ofBread andWineare donated inmemory of. . . $ 15

Please remember St. Florian Parishin your estate planning

YourGift, Your Parishwww.parishgift.org

Mission Statement ofSt. Florian Parish Pastoral Council

St. Florian Parish Pastoral Council is a group ofparishioners who work together with the pastor toact as a consultative body for the parish. Ourmission is to build a prayerful, evangelizing andwelcoming spirit for the benefit of the faithcommunity.

MISSION STATEMENT of ST. FLORIAN PARISH

We are Roman Catholics of prayer, service and long-standing tradition guided by thespirit to meet the direct needs of out parishioners and neighboring community in ademanding social environment. We strive to acheive a sense of justice, responsibility,prayerfulness, communication and unity by providing:

• All individuals the oppertunity of recieving saccraments• The proper educational environment ­ spiritually, morally, academically• A channel for corporal works of mercy• A time and place for social gathering and fellowship

Our goals and objectives will be accomplished through encouraging active participationin dialouge, evangelization, stwerdship, prayer and love.

Worship

Altar ServersChoirs, Cantors & Musicians

Ministers ofCommunionLiturgy CommitteeMinistry ofCare

Ministry ofConsolationMinistry ofLectors

Faith Sharing GroupsUshers & Greeters

Bible Study

Education andAdult Formation

Elementary School(Pre-K through 8th)

Baptismal PreparationR.C.I.A.

Parish Pastoral CouncilReligious Education

Vacation Bible SchoolEvangelization Committee

ServiceGarden Club

Finance CouncilSt. Vincent de Paul

Parish/School OrganizationsHoly Name SocietyKnights ofColumbus

Parents’ ClubLadies Rosary Sodality

Young at HeartAthletic Association