The Catholic Community of Saint Barnabas

October 10, 2010 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

PARISH MISSION

The family of St. Barnabas Parish celebrates the Eucharist, welcomes and serves all, shares talents, fosters learning, and initiates others into the life of Christ.

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Please remember in your prayers those

that have passed away and their families:

Rita Broderick Durkin

Guest Mutterings I've been healed!

We're always aware of our pain; we're not always aware of our healing. A child

will run to a parent and point to the “boo boo” where she scraped her knee but soon

be off to play, the pain forgotten. Adults, too, can be absorbed in the pain of the

moment but forget all about it when the pain passes. Which is why, perhaps, the line

from this Sunday's gospel is not as odd as it seems. “One of the 10 lepers who had

been cleansed realizing he had been healed, returned . . .”

Upon first reading I wondered how the others didn't realize they were healed. Perhaps it's because we get so

comfortable with our maladies that they can become a part of our identity, our sense of self. “I've got a bum knee,” I

would often say. Then one day my wife noticed, “You're leg hasn't been hurting you for some time now, has it?” I

remember when it used to hurt, but I can't remember when it stopped.

Those who have the habit of praying throughout the day, as well as those who pray in times of distress, may be

so focused praying about the next worry or difficulty they may not be aware that yesterday's prayers have been

answered.

Today's readings are about gratitude. Why not stop today and try to remember what you were praying about

yesterday? You might have some thanking to do.

Tom McGrath

Actual Budgeted Difference Actual Budgeted Difference Actual Budget Difference

Week of 10/3/10 $19,173.15 $18,491.00 $ 682.15 August 2010 $88,548.34 $92,452.00 ($3,903.66) Year-to-Date (7/1/09—08/31/10) $152,856.98 $166,414.00 ($13,557.02)

Administration—Our Finances Other Collections —August St. Martin DePorres $ 303.00 Missionary Co-Op $7,176.00 Peter’s Pence $ 500.00 Holy Family $ 809.50 Education Fund $1,128.00

“Christ Renews His Parish” will return to St. Barnabas on the weekend of October

16-17 with a retreat for the women of our parish in the St. Barnabas convent. On the

following weekend, October 23-24, a CRHP retreat will be offered for the men of our

parish, also in our convent building.

I write to ask each of you to prayerfully consider participating in one of these

special renewal weekends, both for the spiritual boost it will provide for your faith, and also for the life and energy

of our parish family. “Christ Renews His Parish” offers an opportunity to step back from daily life and re-examine

our Christian, Catholic commitment to the teachings of Jesus. It is meant to bring members of our parish together

through a greater appreciation of scripture, the sacraments, prayer, and the friendship of our parish community.

A women’s team and a men’s team, all of them fellow parishioners, are now in preparation to present our CRHP

weekends in October. They have volunteered to offer personal witness to the presence of Jesus Christ in their lives

on such topics as: New Life in Christ, Discipleship, Renewal, Father's Loving Care, and Christian Community.

Group discussion and responses follow each presentation, with time for prayer and personal reflection, too. There

are no surprises, and no need to get up and talk – just a lot of good conversation, food for thought, and some fun as

well.

All the team members have participated in CRHP at St. Barnabas. They appreciate how much CRHP has

contributed to their life of faith and love of St. Barnabas Parish, and they want to share that richness with you.

You will hear much more about CRHP in the coming weeks. Invitations to participate will be made in the

bulletin, in announcements at Mass, and, perhaps by someone you know. There will be several ways to sign up. If

you have any questions, please call me at the rectory, or contact any of the men and women who are tem members.

CRHP is a great opportunity for anyone, 19 years or older, to gain a deeper sense of purpose and fellowship

with Christ, and lasting friendships within our parish community. So say a prayer. Ask God what you should do. (I

think he wants you to attend, but I'm biased.) If you feel that Christ is calling you through the Holy Spirit, please

answer the call!

Bailey Jean Graves Walter & Claire nee Fitzpatrick

Patrick Tebe &

Caroline Maureen Williams

Samuel Williams & Maureen Fitzpatrick

Martin James Lakawitch James & Therese nee McGarry

Abigail Grace Petto Jeff & Jamie nee Halloran

Nathan Michael Layman

Garrick & Ann nee Saraceni

Education Formation Spiritual Life

EVER WONDER WHO GETS EVERYTHING READY BEFOREHAND SO WE CAN CELEBRATE MASS TOGETHER?

Our Sacristans do! And you can be one of our sacristans! Sacristans are the “behind the scenes” ministers who ensure

the reverent flow of our faith community’s prayer and worship by preparing for our weekend liturgical celebrations.

The sacristan arrives about one half hour before the liturgy begins and makes all the necessary preparations for the

Celebration of the Eucharist. This is a very quiet, behind the scenes ministry that does not require a huge time

commitment or attending meetings yet serves a very significant purpose- Preparing for the Eucharistic Feast. No

prior experience is necessary and training will be provided. Please consider joining us in this very sacred and

fulfilling ministry. Please contact Kitty Ryan at 773-779-1166 or ktryanstbarnabas@yahoo.com for more info.

RCIA~RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS

Are you a member of St. Barnabas parish who has a friend, family member or neighbor who has a interest in becom-

ing a Catholic? Are you a visitor to St. Barnabas who may like to be part of our Catholic community? Once again this

year we are offering the opportunity to participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation for adults (RCIA).

The sessions are relaxed, friendly, and informative. Join others who, like yourself want to learn more about the

Catholic Faith. Meetings are held on Sunday mornings at 11 a.m. in the church rectory and usually last an hour and a

half. We are scheduled to begin in late October. For more information call Joe Forst at 773-238-5237.

ALTAR SERVER TRAINING FOR WEDDINGS

All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade altar servers who wish to be scheduled to serve at a wedding at St. Barnabas are invited to

attend ONE of the following training sessions on Sunday, October 17th at either 9 a.m., 11 a.m., or 1p.m.

Serving weddings has always been considered a treat for those who are chosen, but you have to be trained first.

Please meet Deacon Andy in the church on October 17th!

WELCOMING CHILDREN TO THE CATHOLIC FAITH

It is a wonderful experience to welcome children and teens to the Catholic Faith!

The Children’s Catechumenate is a process of Faith Formation for Children who have not been baptized and are age 7

and older. It is, also, a process of Faith Formation for young people who were baptized as an infant but have not

received any Catechetical formation.

The Children’s Catechumenate is a part of the RCIA- Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. The formation primarily

helps children to know Jesus and the values of the Kingdom of God. In getting to know Jesus, the young people come

to experience God’s special love for them.

If you would like to help in this process or learn more about it, please contact Sr. Julie Flynn at 773-445-3450.

6TH ANNUAL PROGRESSIVE HOLIDAY MIXER

The St. Barnabas Men's Club is hosting its 6th Annual Progressive Holiday Mixer on Friday, November 19th at 6:30

pm sharp at the St. Barnabas Gym. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $55 per person (payable to the St. Barnabas)

and include food, drinks and transportation. The proceeds of the event will be donated to the Family School

Association’s Teacher Gift Fund. Tickets are limited and we expect to sell out, as we did the last five years. Please

contact any of the individuals listed below for ticket information or if you would like to assist with the event.

Mark Murphy (mamurphy@comcast.net)773 -233-5655, Rob McDonald (rjmcdjr@gmail.com)773-972-7875 Mike Hayes (kmhayes3@ameritech.net) 773-238-2268, John Harrell (johnharrell@mac.com) 773-233-2222 Dave Borkovec (db92@sbcglobal.net) 773-429-0199, Michael Macander –(michael.macander@sbcglobal.net) 773-233-9929

Spiritual Life

Parish Life

COMMUNITY CHOIR

The Beverly-Morgan Park

Community Choir has opening

for some new members and

cordially invites you to join us.

We are Ecumenical in nature with

members from many of our

community churches. If you love

to praise God in song and meet

people form different churches

who find so much in common

and have a good time as a bonus,

consider joining us. To join us

please call Eleanor Hollander at

773-779-7387 or email Judith

Stark at

juudith.stark44@ yahoo.com.

MARRIAGE MINISTRY NEEDS YOU

Zsa Zsa Gbor once said, “A man in love is incomplete until he’s married...

and then he's finished.” She went on to marry nine times, eight of them

ending in divorce. She could have used a good Marriage Ministry at her

parish!!

We invite interested married couples to get in on the ground floor of a new

ministry here at St. Barnabas… a Marriage Ministry. We’ll form a team to

work together to offer all married couples support and encouragement in

their marriages… special speakers, renewal of vows, monthly articles,

pre-cana classes and post-cana special events. If you’re curious, please call

Deacon Andy or Cindy Neu at 773-779-1511, or e-mail us at

lneu@smbtrials.com or neu.andrew@marist.net. We're not looking for

couples with “perfect” marriages…just couples willing to share the joys

and challenges of being married, be it for one year or 50. Please join us as

we start this new ministry.

Two Minute Report

The Monthly Leadership Night was held on Monday October 4, 2010. Below is a summary of each

commission’s relevant news relating to their annual goals:

Spiritual Life Commission:

Upcoming special liturgies: October 9 Anointing of the Sick Liturgy 4 p.m., November 2 Mass of

Remembrance for All Souls Day 7 p.m., November 7 Mass in Honor of All Military Service Men and

Women, Past and Present 10 a.m.

Two parishioners will join the sacristan ministry.

The Alter Server Coordinating Team is conducting training and refresher sessions for new and former servers.

The Children’s Liturgy of the Word ministry welcomes six new leaders.

Parish Life Commission:

Recruitment of liturgical ministers and development of music continue for Teen Masses.

A Wine and Cheese Mixer to welcome new parishioners is scheduled for November 3.

Fall Fest was another great success.

Human Concerns Commission:

A service page on the parish website for outreach, including dates and contact information, is being developed.

The Respect Life Group’s annual Baby Bottle Project and Spiritual Adoption Campaign are underway.

The Peace and Justice Committee will continue to promote fair trade opportunities and other events aimed at

raising social awareness.

Education and Faith Formation Commission:

Andy and Cindy Neu are launching a Marriage Ministry team.

The Women’s CRHP retreat will take place October 16-17; the Men’s retreat will take place October 23-24.

School Board is forming volunteer committees to implement the school’s five-year strategic plan.

Upcoming school liturgies: October 9 and 28.

Confirmation retreat was held on September 30; Candidates were enrolled on October 17.

Administration Commission:

We are producing material to support the annual stewardship appeal, which kicks off the week of

October 23/24th.

In December, we will send out Christmas Cards in lieu of letter with duplicate Christmas envelope.

The stewardship committee is working on trend analysis to give us a clearer picture of Sunday giving patterns

On the Big Bucks Raffle, we are currently at 1610 sold; 390 left to be sold.

Give Central has moved to a new processor – expect to be up & running in the next two weeks.

The Finance Board will discuss fundraising oversight at its next meeting.

Alumni Relations committee received very good feedback and ideas at Family Fall Fest.

22 applications, 8 Grants, 2 pending, and 1 denied. A total of $27,000 in aid has been awarded. Grant in aid

fund will be a discussion item for the next Finance Board meeting.

The walkway coming from the handicapped entrance of the church to the city sidewalk will be replaced.

The Communications Committee is scheduled to meet October 14th to set priorities and approaches for the year.

The next Leadership Night is Monday November 1 at 7 p.m. in the Convent.

Human Concerns

ST. BARNABAS RESPECT LIFE

"Every human

being, at every

stage and

condition, is

willed and loved by God.”

Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities

October is Respect Life Month.

Thank you to all who are

participating in our Baby Bottle

Project. If you didn't get a bottle

last weekend, please contact Beth

Devane (773-239-2639 or

bdevane@aol.com). Please

remember to pray for your

spiritually adopted baby. His or

her tiny heart has already started

beating!

MARIA SHELTER

Save the date: November 4, Maria

Shelter Benefit at the Tasting

Room. Watch for details.

ST. VINCENT DEPAUL

The Shelters supported by many of our parishioners will be in full swing by mid October. Volunteers are always

welcome. We have particular need of help at an Oak Lawn Sunday night to Monday morning shelter. Flexible shifts

are for 2-3 or 4 hours, one or more times per month. For any questions please call the Rectory at 773-779-1166.

We have a regular ministry on Saturday mornings where help is needed. We’re looking for a few more parishioners

to assist us at Evergreen Health care on 101st and Kedzie. While the weather permits. We wheel and take residents to

the court yard from 9-10:45 a.m. on Saturday Any questions call 773-779-1166. We like to thank those folks who

have made donations to the St. VDP poor box in the back of church. Your generosity is appreciated

PRAYERS & CHEERS FOR THE SOUP KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS

Your special prayers and a hearty cheer for the St. Barnabas’ efforts today

in serving at Hogan’s Kitchen and Food pantry. The neighborhood and the

Mission are very grateful for your prayers, love, and generosity.

Every two months, our parishioners partner with the Su Casa Mission in

serving a meal, distributing bakery, and distributing food items to many

needy children, women and men. Join us, our next Soup Kitchen dates:

December 12 and February 13. Please encourage our St. Barnabas’ youths

to experience this event and get service hours. Su Casa’s Kairos bulletin is

posted in the vestibule. Check out the Su Casa Mission web site

at www.sucasacw.org . On the Mission’s Wish List are: baby supplies,

laundry soap, Payless gift cards, postage stamps, garbage bags (40- 60

gallon size), school supplies, and CTA passes. Thank you for your prayers,

encouragement and assistance with this event, For more information call

Mary Condon at 773-238-2025 or Frank Bruhns at 773-233-1654.

NEW NEIGHBORS

New Neighbors, a nonprofit faith-based organization serving Beverly/

Morgan Park, is launching A New Direction, a domestic violence support

program, to fill the void left by the closing of Rainbow House two years

ago. Please support their fundraiser which will feature jazz music, food and

wine. On Saturday, October 16th, 7-9 p.m., at The Music Station, 1808

W. 103rd Street. Cost tickets: $50 To reserve an advance ticket, contact

Rita Ryan at 773-779-5949 or ritaryan500@gmail.com.

Mon. 10/11 7:00 a.m. Coffee Shoppe Church Hall 9:15 a.m. Rosary Church 2:45 p.m. After School Gym 3:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Gym 4:00 p.m. Scouts Church Hall 6:00 p.m. Youth Ministry Convent 7:00 p.m. Lego league Early Childhood 7:00 p.m. Athletic Board Church Hall 9:30 p.m. Men’s Basketball Gym Tues. 10/12 7:00 a.m. Coffee Shoppe Church Hall 9:15 a.m. Rosary Holy Spirit Chapel 10:00 a.m. Laleache League Convent East 2:45 p.m. After School Gym 2:50 p.m. Little Einstein O’C Hall 3:00 p.m. Youth Ministry Convent 3:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Gym 7:30 p.m. CRHP Convent North Wed. 10/13 7:00 a.m. Coffee Shoppe Church Hall 9:15 a.m. Rosary Church 2:45 p.m. After School Gym 2:45 p.m. Children’s Choir Church 2:50 p.m. Yoga O’C Hall 3:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Gym 6:30 p.m. Scouts Convent rooms 7:00 p.m Confirmation Parent Meeting Church Hall 7:00 p.m. Lego Robotics Early Childhood 7:00 p.m. Adult Choir Church Thurs. 10/14 7:00 a.m. Coffee Shoppe Church Hall 9:15 a.m. Rosary Holy Spirit Chapel 2:45 p.m. After School Gym 2:45 p.m. Weber Irish Dance O’C Hall 3:30 p.m. Girl’s Basketball Gym 6:00 p.m. Manna Gym 7:00 p.m. Beverly Hills Club Convent East 7:00 p.m. Scouts Convent North 8:00 p.m. Al-Anon Convent Dining Room 8:00 p.m. AA Early Childhood 9:30 p.m. Men’s Basketball Gym Fri. 10/15 7:00 a.m. Coffee Shoppe Church Hall 9:15 a.m. Sorrowful Mother Novena Holy Spirit Chapel 2:45 p.m. After School Gym 2:45 p.m. Lego Robotics Early Childhood 3:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Gym 3:45 p.m. Cheerleading Convent Lawn Sat. 10/16 9:00 am. CRHP Women Convent 9:00 a.m. Girl’s Basketball Gym 9:00 a.m. Fall Soccer Convent Lawn 10:00 a.m. Scouts Convent North Sun. 10/17 8:00 a.m. Rel. Ed. School/Gym/ O’C Hall 12:00 p.m. Girl’s Basketball Gym 6:00 p.m. Youth Ministry Convent 8:00 p.m. AA Early Childhood

PLEASE NOTE:

Articles for the bulletin are due

on the Friday of the preceding

week. Please direct any questions

to Geri Doherty at 779-1166 or

barnabasbulletin@yahoo.com. If

you have an article for the website

please send to

stbparishweb@yahoo.com.

Please Pray for our Military

Ryan Graber

Timothy Clemmons, CPL.

Mark Boyle

Peter Chaveriat

Jennifer Chaveriat

Damien Christopher

Neil Bosco

Anthony Dalgaard

Parish Calendar—Week at a Glance

LOST & FOUND

A pair of glasses were found at

the Fall Family Fest. Call the

Rectory at 773-779-1166 Ex. 0 if

you lost a pair.

Sunday, October 17 8:00 am Eucharist Celebration Intentions Michael Rowan Presider Fr. Kenneally Lector Thomas Mangan Eucharistic Andrew Styczynski Ministers Barbara Styczynski Michael Crispo Janet Barry Kate Walsh Sr. Suzanne Schuman Kathleen McGarry Servers Paige Pappas Maeve Swanberg Sophia Lizcano Sacristan Kathy McGarry

10:00 am Eucharist Celebration Intention Patricia Flanagan Presider Fr. Malloy Lector Kevin Cronin Eucharistic Peggy DuMais Ministers Mary Janine Scanlon Joseph Basile Patty Rohan Nancy Barrett RSM Oberzut Marilyn Burke Frank Bruhns Lucy Beemsterboer Servers Hannah Lux Marty Beemsterboer Cameron Fahey Sacristan Monica Somerville

12:00 pm Eucharist Celebration Intentions Daniel Brown Presider Fr. Leahy Lector Terry Coogan Eucharistic Maria Hibbs Ministers Marie Rose Theodule Mary Wersells Jim Briggs Ann Briggs Heather Linehan Cathleen O’Loughlin Servers Emma Wilson Hannah McMahon Abbey Lawler Sacristan Julius H. Watson

PARISH STAFF AND DIRECTORY

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10134 South Longwood Fax Rev. Raymond Tillrock Pastor Emeritus Rev. William Malloy Pastor wem1973@yahoo.com Rev. James Donovan Resident Jdonovan@archchicago.org Sr. Julie Flynn, OP Director, Religious Ed stbarnabasjflynn@yahoo.com Kitty Ryan Pastoral Associate/ Director of Music & Liturgy ktryanstbarnabas@yahoo.com Gail Byrnes Business Manager gcbyrnes@yahoo.com Debbie Tanis Director of Development debra.tanis@att.net Geri Doherty Parish Secretary barnabasbulletin@yahoo.com Marie Ruff Pastoral Admin. Assistant marieruff@sbcglobal.net Maryellen Harrington Youth Ministry Coordinator pharri5794@comcast.net Terri Lenz Associate Music Director thereselenz@aol.com

Weekend Sacramental Assistants Rev. Tony Leahy Rev. Carl Markelz, O Carm. Rev. William Kenneally

Deacons Mr. Larry Conway, Mr. James Temple Mr. Andrew Neu, Mr. William Sullivan

School 10121 South Longwood 773-445-7711 Fax 773-445-9815

Lenore Barnes X216 Principal stbarnabasprincipal@yahoo.com

Jeanne Conway X316 Assistant Principal stbviceprincipal@yahoo.com

Lisa Sarcinella X215 stbbusiness@yahoo.com

Convent 10161 South Longwood

LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS

We gather as a community to celebrate Mass: Saturday : 4:00 p.m.

Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00

Weekdays: 6:45 am Communion Service is in Chapel; 8:45am Mass is in Church

Mon, 10/11 6:45 am People of St. Barnabas 8:45 am Phill Collins Tues, 10/12 6:45 am People of St. Barnabas 8:45 am Elizabeth Heskins Wed, 10/13 6:45am People of St. Barnabas 8:45 am Evelyn Archibald Thurs, 10/14 6:45am People of St. Barnabas 8:45am Charles & Kay Jordan Fri, 10/15 6:45 am People of St. Barnabas 8:45 am People of St. Barnabas Sat, 10/16 8:00 am People of St. Barnabas

Saturday, October 16 4:00 pm Eucharist Celebration Intention Julianne Brushy Jack Thompson Presider Fr. Leahy J.T. Lector Thomas Lynch Eucharistic Julie McGawley Ministers Steve Coyne William Waddell Peggy Gannon Richard Sikes Patricia Ahern Martha McNicholas Lowry Servers John Zapata Patrick McNamara James Sheehy Sacristan Therese Burns

"Stand up and go; your faith has saved you."

Lk 17:19

Reconciliation is Celebrated on Saturday afternoon from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm in the Church or by appointment.

Anointing of the Sick/Communion If a member of your family is ill or homebound, please call Mrs. Marie Ruff in the rectory.

Holy Orders Anyone interested in knowing more about formation for priestly or diaconate ministry is asked to call Fr. William

Malloy in the rectory office.

Infant Baptism Infants are baptized on the first and third Sundays of the month at 1:30 pm or at any regularly scheduled Sunday

mass. First time parents are required to complete the Baptism Prep Class which are offered on the second Monday of ever Month.

Please contact Mrs. Marie Ruff in the rectory.

New Parishioners We welcome you! Please introduce yourself to us. We ask that you register with Mrs. Marie Ruff in the

Rectory.

Sacraments of Initiation/RCIA Those of catechetical age (7 years and up) are baptized and fully received into the Catholic faith

annually at the Easter Vigil. Formation begins in the fall. Please call Sr. Julie Flynn, OP, 773/445-3450.

Marriage Please call the Rectory to speak to a priest about making arrangements 4 to 6 months in advance.

Religious Education Grammar school students who are not attending Saint Barnabas School are encouraged to register for

Religious Education classes. Contact Sister Julie Flynn, OP, at 773/445-3450.

SACRAMENTS

GIVING THANKS WHEN YOU SHOP

Please be sure to thank the generous

advertisers in our bulletin. This

advertising helps keep the cost of the

weekly bulletin to a minimum.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31 — 5:1; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Gal 5:1-6; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: Gal 5:18-25; Lk 11:42-46 Thursday: Eph 1:1-10; Lk 11:47-54 Friday: Eph 1:11-14; Lk 12:1-7 Saturday: Eph 1:15-23; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Ex 17:8-13; Ps 121; 2 Tm 3:14 — 4:2; Lk 18:1-8

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS

St. Barnabas Church #095600 10134 S. Longwood Drive Chicago, IL 60643 TELEPHONE 773 779-1166 CONTACT PERSON Geri Doherty OR Gail Byrnes SOFTWARE MS Publisher 2003 Adobe Acrobat 6.0 Windows XP Professional PRINTER HP Color Laserjet 4600n SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION Sept. 5, 2010 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 13 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS