LIFE OFFICE CLOSED
Please note that the Life Office & the Respect Life Reading Room and Coffee House will be closed on
Friday, February 26, 2010.
We are attending the Diocesan Employee Mass and Lenten Morning of Reflection.
CATHOLICS AT THE CAPITOL
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3, 2010
It will be a Lobby Day for Illinois FOCA too!
We NEED Pro-Lifers out there as well!
We still have openings on our bus…please join us!
The Diocesan Life Office will be sponsoring a bus to the
Catholics at the Capitol event on March 3, 2010.
Cost to attend is $20.00 per person.
See the Life Office Webpage for full details www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life
or call Mary Scholp in the Life Office at (630) 718-2121.
40 DAYS FOR LIFE
FEBRUARY 17 – MARCH 28, 2010
Forty Days for Life Prayer Vigil will take place at the following location:
Access Health Center, 1700 75th Street, Downers Grove, IL
5 AM – 5 PM
For further details visit: http://www.40daysforlife.com/downersgrove/
MASSES FOR LIFE
In conjunction with the Forty Days for Life, there will a daily Mass offered for Life.
Please visit http://www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life for Mass locations and times.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT WATERLEAF WOMEN’S CENTER
Waterleaf Women’s Center is looking for specific volunteer help:
~ Bilingual counselors
~ Nurses
Join the “Crock-Pot Club”
Make a crock-pot meal and drop it off at Waterleaf Women’s Center.
In a day or two go back to pick up your pot.
Waterleaf Women’s Center wants to have home-cooked food to feed the clients, volunteers, prayer warriors, and sidewalk counselors.
For further information, please contact Cyndi at (630) 701-6270 or cyndic@waterleafwc.org
Continue reading Pro-Life Weekly Updates – February 26, 2010
This year’s celebration of St. Patrick’s Day will begin with an Irish Mass at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, Naperville on Thursday, March 11th, 2010. After the Mass, there will be a reception at the Church for everyone, with tea, Irish soda bread, and cookies. Dancers from McNulty Irish Dancers and Trinity Irish Dancers will perform. The prelude will begin at 6:30pm with music and Irish readings followed by the Mass at 7:00 pm. Pipes and drums, Irish dancers, and a Knights honor guard will all participate in the ceremony. This is typically a beautiful Mass, and something Knights and their entire family will surely enjoy.
Naperville Knights and their families will once again march in Naperville’s St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday, March 13. The parade will line up between 9:15 and 9:30 am in Naperville North’s parking lot on the south side of the school. Parking will be available in the parking lot on the west side of the school. Access to the lot will be off Ogden Ave. from the east bound lane only. The parade will step off at 10:00 AM and proceed through downtown ending on Water St. on the east side of the Municipal Parking Garage. The upper level of the parking garage will be available for parade parking. A limited number of rides will be available from the end of the parade back to NNHS. Marchers are encouraged to car pool and/or plan their own transportation from the end of the parade back to NNHS. The marching unit will be led by a 4th degree color guard followed by Sir Knights in regalia. A car will be available for Knights that wish to participate, but can’t walk the parade route. Please let Paul O’Donoghue, (815) 715-3945, know if you wish to ride ASAP. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree Knights and their families dressed in “holiday green” will follow handing out Tootsie Rolls. This is a fun family activity Knights and their families are encouraged to march to show Naperville the strength and vitality of the Knights of Columbus.
Following the parade, beginning at noon, council 1369 will be serving corned beef sandwiches and hot dogs with all the trimmings, and beverages at their hall at 615 E. Ogden Ave. Stop by after the parade for some warmth, refreshments, Irish music, a bit of Blarney, and fellowship. If you plan to attend, please advise Paul O’Donoghue (815) 715-3945 by Monday, March 8th, so enough food can be prepared.
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Each Sunday a family, couple, or individual will be called forward at the Mass to receive the vocation cross. In taking the cross they commit themselves to pray during the week, in the name of our parish, the vocation prayer in thanksgiving for all those generously sharing in Church ministry and in particular for the gift of sisters, brothers, priests and deacons. They are also asked to pray for an increase in holy vocations.
All of you are invited to participate in this program. We encourage you to sign up for one of the weeks and then to attend the designated Mass that week to receive the cross.
It is our hope that this experience will encourage each of us to take seriously our vocation as a member of the Body of Christ and encourage ALL of us to pray for the gift of vocations to priesthood and religious life (not just the family with the cross for the week!).
We believe the Spirit is calling forth men and women from our faith community to these roles of service. May our prayer help inspire young women and men to be attentive to the movement of the Spirit within them and to step forward in faith and with generous hearts to wherever the Spirit leads them.
Click here for more information.
Join us Monday March 1st in the SSPP Ministry Center Chapel at 7:00 pm for a special event with Dr. Denis McNamara of the Liturgical Institute at the University of St. Mary of the Lake, Mundelein Seminary. In light of possible Ministry Center Chapel refurbishment, Dr. McNamara will be presenting an illustrated talk which examines the deep meaning of liturgical art and architecture.
Discover how Temple precedents in the Old Testament provided an architectural theology fulfilled by Christ, and how today’s church buildings give a foretaste of our future in heaven. Learn to “read” Saints Peter and Paul Church in light of salvation history and the promises of Christ.”
All are welcome to attend!
DENIS R. MCNAMARA is Assistant Director and Faculty Member of the Liturgical Institute at University of St. Mary of the Lake, Mundelein Seminary.
He is author of the recently published, “Catholic Church Architecture and the Spirit of the Liturgy.”
CATHOLICS AT THE CAPITOL - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3, 2010
It will be a Lobby Day for Illinois FOCA too!
We NEED Pro-Lifers out there as well!
We still have openings on our bus…please join us!
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The Diocesan Life Office will be sponsoring a bus to the
Catholics at the Capitol event on March 3, 2010.
Cost to attend is $20.00 per person.
See the Life Office Webpage for full details www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life/
or call Mary Scholp in the Life Office at (630) 718-2121.
40 DAYS FOR LIFE
FEBRUARY 17- MARCH 28, 2010
Forty Days for Life Prayer Vigil will take place at the following location:
Access Health Center, 1700 75th Street, Downers Grove, IL
5 AM – 5 PM
For further details visit:
http://www.40daysforlife.com/downersgrove/
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MASSES FOR LIFE
In conjunction with the Forty Days for Life, there will a daily Mass offered for Life.
Please visit www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life for Mass locations and times.
EVENTS:
- Friday, February 19, 2010, 7:00 PM, Celebration of Life Film Festival: Immaculate Conception Elmhurst Respect Life Ministry is hosting a FREE Film Festival in the Costello Hall at Immaculate Conception High School. "Come What May" will be shown on this movie night. Immaculate Conception High School's address is 217 S. Cottage Hill in Elmhurst. For further information contact Deacon John Feeley at (630) 834-8372.
- Saturday, February 20, 2010, 9:00 AM: Monthly Protest at Planned Parenthood: Join the protest at Planned Parenthood, 3051 E. New York Street. Picket signs will be provided. These monthly protests punctuate the ongoing Life Support effort, offering prayer and assistance for Planned Parenthood clients every hour the facility is open. For further information visit http://fvfapp.org.
- Friday, February 26, 2010, 7 PM, "What are the Pro-Life issues" of today?: Please come and hear Father Thomas Milota speak about the pro-life issues in society today. Father is the pastor of Ss. Peter and Paul in Naperville, and the Director of the Diocese of Joliet Life Office. He is at the forefront to defend life at all stages. Father Milota will speak at St. Joan of Arc Parish, in the Parish Center, 820 Division St., Lisle. A free will offering will be accepted for the Diocese of Joliet Life Office. Please contact Carole Gassett at (630) 960-2916, with any questions.
- Thursday, March 25, 2010, 8:15 AM: Laity for Life Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton, 2220 Lisson Rd. Naperville. All are welcome to attend.
- Saturday, March 27, 2010, 9 AM to 3 PM, Lenten Day Retreat for Healthcare Workers: The Council of Catholic Nurses, Diocese of Joliet, would like to invite all nurses, healthcare workers, caregivers, families and friends. The theme is “Nursing with the Hands of Jesus: A Guide to Nurses for Divine Mercy.” It will be held at the Portiuncula Center for Prayer in Frankfort, Illinois, and will be a day of reflection, prayer and Eucharist Celebration . Cost for the day with meals is $30.00. For more information, please call Jan Salihar 630-629-1717 ext. 6118.
- Friday, April 2, 2010, Good Friday Prayers for Life will take place at the following clinics:
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Advantage Clinic, 203 E. Irving Park Road, Wood Dale
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Fr. Jarosz will lead the faithful in prayer at Aanchor Medical Center, 1186 Roosevelt Rd. Glen Ellyn.
Please watch our website for up-to-date information.
- Friday, April 9, 2010, 7:00 PM, Celebration of Life Film Festival: Immaculate Conception Elmhurst Respect Life Ministry is hosting a FREE Film Festival in the Costello Hall at Immaculate Conception High School. "The Jeweler Shop" will be the final movie shown. Immaculate Conception High School's address is 217 S. Cottage Hill in Elmhurst. For further information contact Deacon John Feeley at (630) 834-8372.
- Friday, May 7, Saturday, May 8, & Sunday, May 9, 2010, ONE MILLION ROSARIES FOR UNBORN BABIES: The intention for this Rosary will be for the end to the surgical and non-surgical killing of unborn human persons. In order to be a participant, a person will need to pray at least one Rosary for the above-stated intention, and the Rosary will need to be prayed on May 7th, 8th, or 9th. People are encouraged to pray more than one Rosary, but this is not required. The Friday, May 7th date is particularly intended for students to pray the Rosary at schools. The Sunday, May 9th date is particularly intended for people at parishes to pray the Rosary before or after Masses. To register go to www.SaintMichaelTheArchangelOrganization.org or to send a registration form to Saint Michael the Archangel Organization, PO Box 41257, Memphis, Tennessee 38174.
- Monday, July 26, 2010, 8:15 AM, Laity for Life Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton, 2220 Lisson Rd. Naperville. All are welcome to attend.
- Saturday, November 13, 2010, Laity for Life Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton, 2220 Lisson Rd. Naperville. All are welcome to attend.
PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES AT ABORTION CLINICS:
Access Health Center LTD, 1700 75th St., Downers Grove, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, & Saturday 7:00 AM to Noon, Wednesday, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM, Saturday, 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. For further information contact: Barb Smith (630) 778-0270.
Join SS. Peter and Paul Parish as they pray the Rosary every Tuesday at 2:00 PM, outside of Planned Parenthood located at New York Street and Oakhurst Drive in Aurora.
Planned Parenthood, 3051 E. New York, Aurora – to schedule a time to pray during PP's business hours visit www.familiesagainstplannedparenthood.org or contact Mary Vilim at mjvilim@gmail.com.
ACU Clinic, 736 N. York Rd., Hinsdale, Tuesday, 7:15 AM – 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Thursday, 7:30 AM and Noon to 1:00 PM, Saturdays – Sidewalk Counselors 5:30 AM – 8:00 AM. For further information contact: Lynn Benz at (708) 296-2830 or lynnbenz@sbcglobal.net.
Aanchor Medical Center, 1186 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn. Wednesday, 7:45 AM – 10:00 AM, Saturday, 7:45 AM – 10:00 AM. For further information contact: Carol Wright at (630) 469-2165.
Advantage Clinic, 203 E. Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, Monthly on 1st Friday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 3rd Wednesday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, and every Saturday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. For further information contact: Fran Fortier at (630) 529-5837.
Every Saturday, 8 AM – 10:30 AM, Aanchor Abortion Center, 1186 Roosevelt Rd., Glenn Ellyn. Join Fr. Jarosz to prayer for a minute, half hour, or hour. Bring your rosary or stand quietly in prayer.
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Rev. Thomas Milota, Director
Mary Scholp, Administrative Assistant
JoAnne Mehon, Administrative Assistant
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Life Office
Diocese of Joliet
36 N. Ellsworth St.
Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630)718-2121
FAX: (630) 355-1179
www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life/
Dear Brothers and Families of Naperville Council 1369:
Peace be with you. In case you missed the last business meeting, I mentioned that I would provide you with my contact information on our website. Please do not hesitate to contact me either via email or phone.
Ian Carlos, FA
Turek Agency, Naperville, IL 60540
(Cellular) 201-213-6955
Email: ian.carlos@kofc.org
Please take a moment to read our Supreme Knight’s Feburary article. Find out why KOC is the best of the best: A Strong Shield – By Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson
Thank you for your continued confidence in the Knights of Columbus Insurance. Please pray for our Order and our families. You are assured of mine. May our Lord and Blessed Mother bless you and your family abundantly.
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40 DAYS FOR LIFE FEBRUARY 17 – MARCH 28, 2010
Forty Days for Life Prayer Vigil will take place at the following location:
Access Health Center, 1700 75th Street, Downers Grove, IL 5 AM – 5 PM For further details visit: http://www.40daysforlife.com/downersgrove/
MASSES FOR LIFE
In conjunction with the Forty Days for Life, there will a daily Mass offered for Life.
Please see this schedule for Mass locations and times.
CATHOLICS AT THE CAPITOL WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3, 2010
The Diocesan Life Office will be sponsoring a bus to the Catholics at the Capitol event on March 3, 2010. Cost to attend is $20.00 per person. See the Life Office Webpage for full details www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life/ or call Mary Scholp in the Life Office at (630) 718-2121. A copy of the flier is available here.
WORD OF LIFE FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH
The Word of Life Series in both English and Spanish for the month of March is available here.
Parishes are asked to use Intercessions for Life (one per Sunday mass) and Bulletin Briefs (one per Sunday bulletin).
EVENTS:
- Friday, February 19, 2010, 7:00 PM, Celebration of Life Film Festival: Immaculate Conception Elmhurst Respect Life Ministry is hosting a FREE Film Festival in the Costello Hall at Immaculate Conception High School. "Come What May" will be shown on this movie night. Immaculate Conception High School's address is 217 S. Cottage Hill in Elmhurst. For further information contact Deacon John Feeley at (630) 834-8372.
- Saturday, February 20, 2010, 9:00 AM: Monthly Protest at Planned Parenthood: Join the protest at Planned Parenthood, 3051 E. New York Street. Picket signs will be provided. These monthly protests punctuate the ongoing Life Support effort, offering prayer and assistance for Planned Parenthood clients every hour the facility is open. For further information visit http://fvfapp.org.
- Friday, February 26, 2010, 7 PM, "What are the Pro-Life issues" of today?: Please come and hear Father Thomas Milota speak about the pro-life issues in society today. Father is the pastor of Ss. Peter and Paul in Naperville, and the Director of the Diocese of Joliet Life Office. He is at the forefront to defend life at all stages. Father Milota will speak at St. Joan of Arc Parish, in the Parish Center, 820 Division St., Lisle. A free will offering will be accepted for the Diocese of Joliet Life Office. Please contact Carole Gassett at (630) 960-2916, with any questions.
- Friday, April 2, 2010, Good Friday Prayers for Life will take place at the following clinics:
- 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Advantage Clinic, 203 E. Irving Park Road, Wood Dale.
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Fr. Jarosz will lead the faithful in prayer at Aanchor Medical Center, 1186 Roosevelt Rd. Glen Ellyn.
- Please watch our website for up-to-date information.
- Friday, April 9, 2010, 7:00 PM, Celebration of Life Film Festival: Immaculate Conception Elmhurst Respect Life Ministry is hosting a FREE Film Festival in the Costello Hall at Immaculate Conception High School. "The Jeweler Shop" will be the final movie shown. Immaculate Conception High School's address is 217 S. Cottage Hill in Elmhurst. For further information contact Deacon John Feeley at (630) 834-8372.
- Friday, May 7, Saturday, May 8, & Sunday, May 9, 2010, ONE MILLION ROSARIES FOR UNBORN BABIES: The intention for this Rosary will be for the end to the surgical and non-surgical killing of unborn human persons. In order to be a participant, a person will need to pray at least one Rosary for the above-stated intention, and the Rosary will need to be prayed on May 7th, 8th, or 9th. People are encouraged to pray more than one Rosary, but this is not required. The Friday, May 7th date is particularly intended for students to pray the Rosary at schools. The Sunday, May 9th date is particularly intended for people at parishes to pray the Rosary before or after Masses. To register go to www.SaintMichaelTheArchangelOrganization.org or to send a registration form to Saint Michael the Archangel Organization, PO Box 41257, Memphis, Tennessee 38174.
PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES AT ABORTION CLINICS: Access Health Center LTD, 1700 75th St., Downers Grove, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, & Saturday 7:00 AM to Noon, Wednesday, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM, Saturday, 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. For further information contact: Barb Smith (630) 778-0270. Join SS. Peter and Paul Parish as they pray the Rosary every Tuesday at 2:00 PM, outside of Planned Parenthood located at New York Street and Oakhurst Drive in Aurora. Planned Parenthood, 3051 E. New York, Aurora – to schedule a time to pray during PP's business hours visit www.familiesagainstplannedparenthood.org or contact Mary Vilim at mjvilim@gmail.com. ACU Clinic, 736 N. York Rd., Hinsdale, Tuesday, 7:15 AM – 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Thursday, 7:30 AM and Noon to 1:00 PM, Saturdays – Sidewalk Counselors 5:30 AM – 8:00 AM. For further information contact: Lynn Benz at (708) 296-2830 or lynnbenz@sbcglobal.net. Aanchor Medical Center, 1186 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn. Wednesday, 7:45 AM – 10:00 AM, Saturday, 7:45 AM – 10:00 AM. For further information contact: Carol Wright at (630) 469-2165. Advantage Clinic, 203 E. Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, Monthly on 1st Friday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 3rd Wednesday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, and every Saturday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. For further information contact: Fran Fortier at (630) 529-5837. Every Saturday, 8 AM – 10:30 AM, Aanchor Abortion Center, 1186 Roosevelt Rd., Glenn Ellyn. Join Fr. Jarosz to prayer for a minute, half hour, or hour. Bring your rosary or stand quietly in prayer.
Rev. Thomas Milota, Director Mary Scholp, Administrative Assistant JoAnne Mehon, Administrative Assistant
Life Office Diocese of Joliet 36 N. Ellsworth St. Naperville, IL 60540 Phone: (630)718-2121 FAX: (630) 355-1179 www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life/
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