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USHERSMay 2016

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

8:00 AM A. Wopinski, T. Nester,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

READERSMay 2016

4:00 PM L. Morse8:00 AM R. Kopaczewski9:45 AM A. Villanueva

11:30 AM I. Jimenez

ALTAR SERVERSSATURDAY, May 7

4:00 PM J. Laskowiecki, A. Villanueva

SUNDAY, May 88:00 AM A. Bellan, J. Salamanca9:45 AM N. Arreguin, A. Shea

11:30 AM J. Kelly, D. Ranos

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERSMay 2016

4:00 PM A. BonczekM. CowperthwaiteD. Karczewski

8:00 AM C. BozovicK. GibsonN. Moll

9:45 AM P. MaccagnanoP. O’RourkeC. Ranos

11:30 AM A. DavilaR. Oseguera

MASSES FOR THE WEEK

Weekend, April 30 & May 14:00 PM Confirmation ­ Bishop Joseph N. Perry8:00 AM + Frank Mosser ­ Marlene Mosser9:45 AM + Genevieve Liszewski ­ Family

11:30 AM + Maria Terrazas ­ Family

Monday, May 27:30 AM + Sylvia Miceli ­ Ban & Miceli Families

Tuesday, May 37:30 AM Fr. Robert ­ A Parishioner

Wednesday, May 48:00 AM + Helen R. Rucinski ­ John G. Jedinak

Thursday, May 57:30 AM + Katherine O'Brien ­ Daughter

Friday, May 67:30 AM + Bonnie's Health ­ Shirlee

Saturday, May 77:30 AM For the Parishioners4:00 PM + Helen Zurawski ­ Family

Sunday, May 88:00 AM + Stella Dubczak ­ Family9:45 AM + Ken Baker ­ Family

4 Year Anniversary11:30 AM + Hipolita Aranda ­ Rebecca Reyes Family

Week of May 1 ­ May 7The Gifts of Bread & Wine are donated this week in memory of

Helen Zurawski ­ FamilyThe Tabernacle Candle will be lit this week in memory of

Helen Zurawski ­ Family

CANTORSSATURDAY, May 7

4:00 PM Ken

SUNDAY, May 88:00 AM Laurie9:45 AM Bob

In Remembrance

Carol Chilla 4/19/16Joseph Thomas 4/18/16

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2016 Mass BookThere are QUITE A LARGE NUMBEROFMASSES AVAILABLE in the 2016Mass Book. Please stop by the rectoryto reserve your Masses today.

The St. FlorianSelf­Defense

Program

"The St. Florian Self-DefenseProgram" has moved to the conventbuilding 3125 E. 131 st Street Chicago,IL 60633 . For more information, pleasecall (708) 476-8615.

Monday ­ May 2 ­ St. AthanasiusReading Acts 16:11­15Gospel John 15:26—16:4a

Tuesday ­ May 3 ­ St. Philip & St. JamesReading 1 Corinthians 15:1­8Gospel John 14:6­14

Wednesday ­ May 4Reading Acts 17:15, 22—18:1Gospel John 16:12­15

Thursday ­ May 5 ­ The Ascension of the LordReading I Acts 1:1­11Reading II Eph 1:17­23Gospel Luke 24:46­53

Friday ­ May 6Reading Acts 18:9­18Gospel John 16:20­23

Saturday ­ May 7Reading Acts 18:23­28Gospel John 16:23b­28

Sunday ­ May 8 ­ 7th Sunday of EasterReading I Acts 7:55­60Reading II Revelation 22:12­14, 16­17, 20Gospel John 17:20­26

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

We pray for...Barbara Anderson, Michael Auld, LorettaBorowski, Michael Boston, Grant JosephBradtke, Kevin Chocholek, Rickey Cholipski,Austin Cichy, Philip Corich, Martin Covarrubias,Mary Lou Cowperthwaite, Jim Cummings,Dorita De Cardona, David Donahue, Catherine Drilling,Jerome Drosos, Rosie Dunmore, Marietta Falbo, LaurieFerry, Charlotte Frjelich, Bob Frjelich, Irma Garcia, AllysaGarcia, Yesenia Guajardo, Rosa Guadalupe Guajardo, SaraJanet Guzman, Helen Hennessy, Maryann Henney, RayHolloway, Charlene Jones, Edward Kawa, Larry Kawa, RonKeene, Karen Kil, Bob Konecek, Martha Kowalkowski,Helen Larson, John Larson, Beth Lasseter, Steve Livak,Thomas J. Lohr, Katharina Makara, Joseph B. Mistarz,Jr., Joe Moncada, Ricardo Morales, Genoveva Nateras,Policarpo Naya, Shirley Ostrowski, Felicia Pancer, JamesRago, John Rosmanitz, Steven Schwartz, Jo Shanahan,Paul Sherman, Lillian Smierciak, Alfonso Soto, IreneStincic, Chestine Trzupek, Asunción Villalpondo, RitaWilck, Dianne Williams, Chris Wopinski, Stanley Wrona,Sr., Melissa Young, Residents of Hammond­Whiting CareCenter and Residents of Dolton Health Care Center andResidents 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 includeddue to recovery, please contact the Rectory at (773) 646­4877.

ST. FLORIAN CHURCHis now on Facebook.

Information and events will be posted on theFlorian Hegewisch user page.

SAVE THE DATE!!

SUNDAY, JUNE 12, 2016

CHUCKWAGON DINNER11AMTO 3PM

(replaces brunch)More information to follow

We are in need of Catechists for our RELIGIOUSEDUCATION PROGRAM (CCD) for the 2016 - 2017school year. For more information please call theRectory at (773) 646-4877 and leave your name anda phone number.

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What does it mean to be a Parishioner?1 . It means to be officially REGISTERED in the rectory! Weneed your family information in our business system.

2. What are some of the benefits of being a REGISTEREDparishioner? You can get a list of your annual donations touse for tax purposes. As a REGISTERED parishioner, youcan receive sacraments, be a sponsor/witness for someoneelse receiving sacraments.

3 . Are there any other ways to become a REGISTERED pa-rishioner? NO.

Que significa ser un Parroquiano1 . Significa estar oficialmente REGISTRADO en la rectorial Necesitamosla información de su familia en nuestro sistema de negocio.

2. Cuales son algunos de los beneficios de estar REGISTRADO comoparroquiano:

• Pueden obtener una lista de sus donaciones anuales con propósitode reportar en sus impuestos.

• Como un parroquiano REGISTRADO, puede recibir sacramentos,ser padrino/testigo para alguien que este recibiendo los sacramentos.

3 . Hay otras maneras que pueda hacerse un parroquiano REGISTRADO?NO.

visit us at ­ www.stflorianschool.org

St. Florian School Happenings...

2016 ­ 2017 REGISTRATION!Registration is on going for 3 & 4 year oldPreschool through Grade 8. For further infor-mation, please contact the school office at:773-646-2868.

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 of all.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 committed to carry out theGospel values of Jesus Christ on a daily basis.

St. Florian School NewsSt. Florian offers classes for grades PreK through 8th.Classes are small, so individualized attention can begiven to students. We offer halfday and full day preschoolfor 3 and 4 year olds. Students receive instruction incomputers, Physical Education and Music in additionto the regular curriculum. Extended day care before andafter school is available for working families. We havea very successful athletic program for both boys andgirls. They can be involved in basketball, volleyballand cheerleading. Tuition assistance is available. Viewour website at http://stflorianschool.org.

"JOIN OUR MIRACLE"Register for the 2016-2017 school year.

Scholarships available!773-646-2868

Alumni Booster Raffle Drawing & Buffet - Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 7:00pm in the Gym

Congratulations Alumni!Principal's Honor Roll - Marian Catholic H.S.

Danille GaczkowskiEmily Kreger

Janina Laskowiecki

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Proyecto de Botellas de BebesLes preguntamos a nuestras parroquianos a participaren un evento especial llamado el Proyecto de Botellasde Bebes comenzando la abril 1 6/1 7. Esto es pararecaudar dinero para El Centro De Las Mujeres parapoder auxiliar mujeres en embarazos en crisis y susbebes. Dar consejeria a mujeres con compasión ybondad, y también cosas materiales como ropas paradamas y niños, pañales, y asistencia para compraralimentos. También, lunes a viernes la Santa Misa yoraciones y orando en la capilla a El Centro De LasMujeres.

Esta es una oportunidad maravillosa para personas detodas edades, especialmente para niños, trabajar contrael aborto y dar apoyo a mujeres y bebes. Por Favor,llévese una botella de bebe a su hogar, deposite susmonedas, y devuelva aquí la botella antes de la SantaMisa el fin de semana del la abril 30 Mayo 1 . [Por favor,toma solamente una botella eor familia. ] ¡Muchasaracias!

Beginning on April 1 6/17, our church will be partici-pating in The Baby Bottle Project benefiting The Women'sCenters of Greater Chlcagoland. This non-profit orga-nization directly assists mothers and families experi-encing crisis pregnancies by offering emotional, financial,material, and spiritual support through counseling,clothing & monetary provisions, prayer, and other aid.Each year the three locations together have over 5,000appointments with expecting mothers. By God's Grace,The Women's Centers have saved over 38,000 babies­and their mothers­ from abortion since opening in1984.

Please take a Baby Bottle home with you from the churchon April 1 0, fill it with your spare change, and returnit the weekend ofMay 7/8.

This is a simple, but crucial fundraising effort for TheWomen's Centers. Please note the Baby Bottles costalmost $1 .00 per bottle and are recycled afterwardsso please return upon completion of the project. Thankyou for helping defend life, and remember to keep allpro-life undertakings in your prayers.

The Baby BottleProject

ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGODear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

On Mother's Day, each of us will have an opportunityto join in the Church's sacred mission of charity throughour donations to Catholic Charities Mother's Day Col-lection. Funds raised from the collection will be usedto help struggling families and individuals living rightin our own communities.

With 150 programs at 164 locations throughout Cookand Lake Counties, Catholic Charities annually servesmore than one million poor and vulnerable people ofall ages, races, religions and economic backgrounds.Catholic Charities helps people overcome the challengesof poverty, hunger, homelessness, joblessness, mentalillness, abuse, and aging. Low-income families, at-riskchildren, courageous veterans, and vulnerable seniorsrely on Catholic Charities for food, clothing, shelter,and a host of other services.

Supporting the extraordinary work ofCatholic Charitiestakes on special significance during this Jubilee Yearof Mercy. By designating the Jubilee Year of Mercy,Pope Francis has provided us a graced opportunity toappreciate more deeply how the mercy ofGod shapesour lives and, at the same time, how we can bring thatmercy into the world through our own actions and theway we live our lives. Catholic Charities exemplifieshow we are to transmit His love and compassion to ourbrothers and sisters who are facing tremendous difficulties.

Mother's Day is the one day set aside for CatholicCharities to request the financial support of each ofus in the parishes. Please show your support for thegreat mercy of the Church by contributing to CatholicCharities during the second collection, or make yourdonations directly to Catholic Charities at 721 N. LaSalleSt., Chicago, IL 60654, or www.catholiccharities.net/donate.Now is a particularly important time for us to givegenerously, as Catholic Charities must contend withthe repercussions of the Illinois state budget crisis,which has placed tremendous financial stress on theirability to serve the poor and vulnerable.

During this Jubilee Year, let us take up the Pope's chal-lenge to bring the transformative power ofGod's infinitemercy into our world. Working together, we can raiseup our brothers and sisters in need, providing compassionand concrete support to propel them to a new life filledwith hope and dignity. Many thanks for considering agift to Catholic Charities. May God bless you and yourfamilies.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Most Revered Blase J. CupichArchbishop ofChicago

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

May 10 Bible Study (KH) 7:00pmMay 13 Holy Name (PMR) - OffMtg 7:00pm

- GenMtg 8:00pmMay 16 Young at Heart (KH) 1 :00pmMay 19 Choir Rehearsal (Church) 10:00amMay 22 Holy Name GolfOuting

Turkey Creek - Merrilville, IN 9:00am

Please pray for ourService Members:

Eugene Zmija, U.S Air Force­ SSgt David Burks, U.S. Army­ Sgt Eric L. Abram, U.S. AirForce ­ Lt. Commdr. NicholasGarcia, U.S. Navy Pilot ­ AaronAlvarez, U.S Navy ­ MSgt James Ritchie, U.S.Air Force ­ Capt. Christopher Conner, U.S.Marine Corps ­ Sgt. Michael Marszalek, U.S.Army ­ Robert A. Islas, Jr., U.S Navy ­ CplKristin Pala, US. Marine Corps ­ Capt. LisaKlekowski, US. Army ­ PFC Patrick Paskiewicz,U.S. Army ­ Petty Officer Second Class LauraA Tomczak, U.S Navy ­ LTC Peter Allen Kubas,U.S. Army ­ A1C Kelly Shanahan, U.S. AirForce ­ Master Sgt. Christopher Saberniak,U.S. Air Force ­ A1C Nicolaos Hofbauer, 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 longer serving,please contact the Rectory at 646­4877 so they may beremoved from this prayer list.

St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box $244.00Thank You - You are performing a good work; fargreater than you may think. Your nickel, dime orquarter is mul-tiplied by the coins placed by othersin the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Boxes. May yourheart be glad because of your alms giving. A sincereThank you!

Anyone interested in renting Konsowski Hall,please call the rectory for more information.

Don't forget to put your e­mail addresson your envelope.

You only need to do this once. Ifyou have already sub-mitted your email address, you do not need to do it again.

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

WEEKLY OFFERINGSApril 23 & 24, 2016

Sunday Collections Amount4:00pm Mass $ 1 ,010.008:00am Mass $ 651 .1 59:45am Mass $ 608.0011 :30am Mass $ 369.74

Mailed Donations $ 125.00Votives $ 112.00Actual Received $ 2,875.89vs Budgeted Goal -$ 4,500.00Deficit ­$ 1,624.11

Easter $ 200.00Energy - Envelopes & Loose $ 318.55Building Improvement $ 50.00Maintenance $ 39.00

AscensionAscension does not mean Jesus is gone. Indeed, the Com-munion antiphon today echoes the Gospel: "Behold, I amwith you always, even to the end of the age, alleluia."In the time between the Ascension and the SecondComing, then, our task is to recognize Christ all aroundus, especially in the poor; honoring them is indeed akey part of our Gospel mission. Jesus commissionedfollowers to proclaim the good newsand to follow him, on our earthlyjourney and to our heavenly desti-nation. He's far from gone! Heis among us and in us. We arereflections of his presence inthe world.

Text, Bryan Cones © 2005, OCP.All rights reserved.

Ascension Illustration© 2007, M. Erspamer, OSB.

Often when God solves your problems, you havefaith in HIS ability; when God doesn’t solve yourproblems, HE has faith in your abilities.

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 oneof our collection baskets or mail it to

the Rectory

Thank You

Name: _____________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________

Address: _____________________________________

_____________________________________

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Please CheckOne:

___NewParishioner ___NewPhone Number

___NewAddress ___Moving, Remove

fromRegister

MemorialsAnd Gifts ofRemembrance

Youmay remember 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 achieve a sense of justice, responsibility,prayerfulness, communication and unity by providing:

• All individuals the opportunity of receiving sacraments• 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 dialogue, evangelization, stewardship, prayer and love.

Worship

Altar ServersChoirs, Cantors & MusiciansMinisters ofCommunionLiturgy CommitteeMinistry ofCare

Ministry ofConsolationMinistry ofLectorsFaith Sharing GroupsUshers & GreetersBible Study

Education andAdult Formation

Elementary School(Pre-K through 8th)

Baptismal PreparationR.C.I.A.

Parish Pastoral CouncilReligious EducationVacation Bible School

Evangelization Committee

ServiceGarden Club

Finance CouncilSt. Vincent de Paul

Parish/School OrganizationsHoly Name SocietyKnights ofColumbus

Parents’ ClubLadies Rosary Sodality

Young at HeartAthletic Association