Mary's Corner
Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church
426 N. West Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-2171
Parish Office: 630/279-5700
Fax: 630/279-4667
A Vocation View
Jesus commanded Peter:
"feed my lambs ... feed my sheep,"
May many young men heed
the call of Christ Jesus
to do the same as priests of the New Covenant.
Let u pray the Lord to send laborers to his harvest.
50th Anniversary Committee Update
Paddle Wheel Riverboat Rides:
Mark your calendars now! The 50th Anniversary Committee is
sponsoring Paddle Wheel Riverboat Rides on the Fox River the
weekend of July 15/16. The first ride will take place on
Saturday, July 15, from 6-8 p.m., and will be for adults only.
The second ride will take place on Sunday, July 16, from 4-6 p.m.
and will be for adults and children.
The cruises will leave from Pottawatomie Park and last for
two hours. During the cruise you will be served a buffet
luncheon or dinner which will include Southern Pan-fried Chicken,
Potato Salad, Hot Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Rolls & Butter, Pickles
& Olives, Cake & Ice Cream and Coffee or Lemonade. Beer, wine
and pop can be brought on the boats if you or your group wish to
do so. Ice and glasses will be provided. Aside from the
beautiful scenery, music will be provided during the cruise.
Parking is available for those taking the cruise. Parking is
available for those taking the cruise.
Tickets will be available for purchase the weekend of June
25. Adult Tickets: $30 per person; Seniors & Children's
Tickets: $25 per person. (Children ages 2 and under are free).
Each boat will accommodate 100 people so the sooner you purchase
a ticket, the better!
The next meeting of the 50th Anniversary Committee will be
held on Wednesday, July 5th in Barrett Hall. We are looking for
as many volunteers as possible to help in many areas. Anyone
interested in helping with the "Homecoming Weekend"
(Dinner/Picnic) on September 16 & 17, or the Auction/Dinner
Dance, November 3, please contact Sheila Reiter at 833-6657.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Our journey through life is seldom a straight path. Our
personal choices or decisions that others make for us can impact
our lives including our spiritual lives.
* Are you, or do you know of someone who was baptized in the
Catholic faith, but for various reasons never completed their
sacramental preparation by receiving Eucharist and
Confirmation?
* Perhaps your family moved frequently or you never connected to
a parish family in your younger years and were not part of a
Religious Education program.
* Have you been attending Mass with your Catholic spouse, and
have an interest in learning more about the Catholic faith?
* Do you know someone who is interested in becoming Catholic or
someone who has never been baptized?
If you can relate to these situations, consider completing
your sacramental preparation by looking into the RCIA! Contact
Mimi Wolak @ 941-3851 or e-mail her at mimiotvision@hotmail.com
to learn more about how you can enrich your spiritual life
through full participation in the life of the church through the
sacraments.
Couples Married 50 Years:
The Diocese of Joliet will hold its 28th Annual Wedding
Anniversary Mass on Sunday, August 20, at 3:00 p.m. at the
Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet.
If you were married in 1956 and are celebrating your 50th
anniversary this year, please contact the rectory so that we may
submit your name to the Diocese for a formal invitation.
Are you widowed?
Do you know someone
who is widowed?
If you have been recently widowed and are still struggling
with the loss, or if you have been widowed for some time and need
something to get you "over the hump" because you seem stuck in
one spot, this program is designed to help you move on with your
life while treasuring your past and its precious memories.
The Joyful Again! retreat is for both men and women (all
ages) who have been widowed and are still trying to find hope and
joy in their lives. All are invited.
When: July 29 & 30
Where: Mary Queen of Heaven Parish, Elmhurst
Donation: $75 includes meals (Adjusted if needed)
Register by calling 708-354-7211
The Joy of Golf
for People with Disabilities
Would you like to play golf again, but don't think you can
because of a disability, back or neck pain, or arthritis? Has a
disability or pain kept you from even learning to golf? Then
this clinic is for you!
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital has teamed up with Peter
Longo, a former PGA Tour player, who is internationally known as
a leading authority and teacher on golf for the disabled. Peter
authored the first teaching video and CD on the subject and has
been conducting golf seminars for disabled students and teachers
all over Spain.
Together, Marianjoy's golf therapy specialists and Peter
have created several clinics to help you return to golf, or maybe
start playing for the first time.
Clinics are $25 and include two hours of instruction,
focusing on your particular needs at your specific level of play.
Participants are divided up into beginner, intermediate, and
advanced groups for better instruction and learning.
Registration is required. Clinic dates vary, so please call for
details.
Please contact Tracy Ekstrom, CTRS and certified golf
instructor for individuals with disabilities at Marianjoy, at
630-462-4040.
Religious Education
Thank you to those who have stepped forward to help in our
RE program. However, we are still in need of Catechists for next
fall. At Session One we need 3 people to help prepare our
second graders for the sacraments of Reconciliation and
First Eucharist. This is such a meaningful year for our
little ones. It is also very rewarding for our catechists.
Just ask anyone who has helped at that level. We also need
1 person to help in Grade 3 at this time. At Session Two, we
have positions open at Grade 1, 3, and 5. In the last session, we
need help in Grade 6.
The time slots are 3:15 - 4:30, 5:15 - 6:30, and 7:15 -
8:30PM respectively.
If you love children and you love your faith, we invite you to
join our staff. We will help you with the rest. Our Religious Ed
Program is one of the best in the area, which is reflected in our
continually growing enrollment. But we cannot do it without you.
Please call for more information to see how you can help.
If you have any questions or need more information, please call
Mary Ann Woods at the REO, 832-8962.
Introduction
to the Bible
Week 6 - The Canon of the Bible
The process of determining which books were to be included
in the Bible is discussed in this week's lesson. The various
divisions within the Old and New Testaments are outlined, and the
books of the Bible are briefly reviewed.
Prayer Requests
To pray for our sick is an important privilege of our
parish family. We hope that you will pray for these
persons every day, alone or as a family.
Natalie Baker Pam Bondfide
Heather Brennan Kathy Brennan
Kathleen Bryers Doresa Brugler
Pat Caffarelli Rose Caffarelli
KathyCalzante Cosmore Ciancio
Dennis Ciancio Paul Crone
Cynthia Catalano Family Margaret Conroy
Ida Corriedo Trudi Dolato
Baby Dobrowolski Virginia Feret
Modesta Goggins Mary Hagerty
Anna Heffel Jen Huwalt
Tom Huwalt Pat Holmes
Michelle Humann Maureen James
Kathy Johnston Irene Kmieciak
Bernadette Kohn Tim Kowalski
Baby Emma Lynde Rovert Manion
Raymond Mitchell
Bobbi Nannini Phyllis O'Donnell
Geri Pstrzoch
Baby Faith Reid Joaquina Scroppo
Jess Smith Ted Vecchio
Ted Vecchio Cathy Ward
If you or a family member would like to be included in our
prayers, please call the rectory at 279-5700. Also, please let
us know when a name should be removed.
Rest in Peace
Sr. Adele Bennett ,Rosa Colella,
Aggy Elkins, Fr. Lowell Fischer,
Phylilis Lona
Recycling and Environment
What is the problem with electronic waste? IBM estimates
that discarded computers occupied 2 million tons of landfill
space in 2000. Why should I recycle my old electronics? Recycling
of your old electronics helps to create new raw materials that
can be used in other products. EPA says 24% of lead in landfills
is from TV and monitor tubes.
I recently dropped off equipment at Supply Chain Services
(SSI), 250 W. North Avenue, Lombard, and they said you can bring
in almost anything that plugs into an outlet. They accept items
for drop-off only. Fee charged - call for details (630-629-
9344). Current fees: monitors $9, towers $4, keyboard $1, cell
phones, copiers, etc., 15 cents per pound.
Another drop-off outlet for computers and Electronics is
HOB International, 1202 Nagel Blvd, Batavia. Fee charged - call
for details. (Submitted by Debbie Styka)
DuPage Emergency Shelter - Opportunities
Catholic Charities operates a 24 hour year round emergency
shelter and program in Villa Park which serves individuals and
families who are situationally homeless. During the program the
individuals and families work to regain self-sufficiency and
their independence. The residents work toward securing
employment and then housing. We ask for your help in the
following:
o The Shelter needs volunteers who can engage young
children in activities during the week day or on Saturdays while
their parents are out searching for a job or housing. The
activity would be at the shelter while a Catholic Charities
employee is always on site. If you have questions or would like
to apply and begin the required background checks process, please
call Sandra Feely at (630) 495-8008, ext 64.
o Our Shelter is in a great need of a toy box to hold
children's toys. The box we had previously is very old and needs
to be replaced. The one we have now holds about 10 children's
toys and is a rectangular box. The toy box must have a top on
it. If you can donate a new or gently used toy box to our
shelter, please call Yvonne Morrongiello, DuPage Emergency
Shelter Supervisor, at (630) 941 8681.
Get Ready for School !
Coordinated by Catholic Charities
A one-stop shopping event of health and human services for
families living on low incomes in DuPage County with children
ages newborn to 18 years.
Wednesday, August 9, 2006
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
DuPage County Fairgrounds
2015 W. Manchester Road, Wheaton
(2 blocks east of County Farm Road)
School Supply Certificates
Kid Care/All Kids Health Insurance
Legal Needs Access DuPage
Voter Registration Social Security Information
Financial Needs Job Referrals Nutrition
Education & Housing Child Development
Shoe Vouchers by appointment only (407-6500)
Health Services:
Dental Screenings & School Dental Exams
(required for K, 2nd & 6th grades)
Vision Screenings (grades 1,3,4,5,6 & 7)
Immunizations: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
(Medicaid card or $12 fee per shot)
School Physicals:
A limited number are available by appointment for children
entering grades K, 5 & 9. Please call (630)782-7878 to schedule an
appointment after June 1. Children must be accompanied by a
parent or legal guardian in order to obtain a school physical.
Parents, you must bring this
information to the Fair:
Proof of Income (recent pay stubs, tax return or Public Aid card)
If you can not provide thisinformation, you must bring cash
income verification (written letter from your employer, recent
bank statements or a note from a caseworker)
Proof of address: photo I.D., driver's license or State I.D.,
and a recent utility bill or lease
Inentification for children: birth certificate or medical card
Immunization Record if you are receiving health services
Lands of the Bible - coming...
ARE YOU A BIBLE STUDY LEADER IN YOUR HEART?
"Come follow Me" Allow the Word of God to Form You as
a Disciple of Jesus -
We are planning to continue with some lighter study during
the spring-summer and would like to invite you to join us in
becoming a facilitator for the second of these Tuesday study
groups; Lands of the Bible.
Studies will begin Tuesday, August 8th and run Tuesdays,
through the week of Sept 25th. Very little training is needed. We
will be working as one large team. There will be one training
meeting on Saturday, July 15th at 9:00 AM in Barrett Hall. The
more leaders we have, the more groups we can breakout. The study
evenings will have pre-planned prayer, video, and breakout
discussion. Each session will be 1 hour in length, and we are
vacation-friendly. Just be sure to come back to us refreshed.
Please call Lynn Suwanski since I know you are interested. 630-
530-2523 (evenings).
"Our parishioner Lou Ciancio found this article in another
parish bulletin and recommended this advice to us!"
Too Hot For You!!!
Although the temperature and humidity
Levels are high and everyone
Is looking for ways to cool off -
Please remember...
Appropriate attire should be worn at Church.
In other words,
NO SHORTS,
NO HALTERS
NO BACKLESS SUNDRESSES.
This is God's House,
God's Party...so to speak...
So please come dressed accordingly.
Effective Choices, Effective Parenting
Building Effective Relationships With Our Teens
For parents of children ages 13-19
Tuesday, June 27, 7-9 p.m..
This two-hour workshop teaches participants practical,
usable skills and insights on how to parent effectively during
the challenging teen years.
All workshops held at Catholic Charities, in Lombard.
$20 per person; $25 per couple. Pre-registration required.
Instructor: James Gilligan, MSW, LSW
For more information, please call-630-710-8226 or e-mail
effectiveparenting@sbcglobal.net
FYI: Just so you are aware, we are in the RE office during the
summer. If you need to contact us for any reason, please feel free
to call and leave a message - 832-8962.
Vespers Service
will be held Monday, June 26th at 7 p.m.
at the Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet
with Bishop Sartain presiding.
This service is open to the public.
A reception will follow in the Joyce Center.
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