Church of the Holy Ghost Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 15, 2019

A Catholic Faith Community 254 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, Illinois 60191 www.holyghostparish.org

Upcoming Parish Events

September 14/15 Deacon Dino’s Retirement Celebration after all the Masses

September 19 Rosary 7 PM

September 21/22 CORE Collection

Mass Schedule

Monday through Thursday Mass 8:30 AM

Friday Mass or Communion Service 8:30 AM

Saturday 5 PM Sunday 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM

Holy Days of Obligation 8:30 AM, 12:15 PM, 7:00 PM

GOD BLESS YOU

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THANK YOU FOR BLESSING US ALL!

Welcome to Holy Ghost Parish

Holy Ghost Directory

Parish

Parish Office……….630.860.2975

Parish Fax…………..630.860.9482

Parish website…...www.holyghostparish.org

My Parish App: For Tablet and Smart phone download at myParishApp.com

Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Closed for lunch 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Rev. John Hornicak, Pastor frjohn@holyghostparish.org Dino J. Franch, Deacon dinoraffy@aol.com Robbie Lasica, Deacon aquinas.trinity@gmail.com

Theresa Bero, Business Manager tbero@holyghostparish.org

Carolyn Niehoff, Music Director carolyn@holyghostparish.org

Faith Formation

Faith Formation Office………...630.766.1045

Kathy Grant, Director of Faith Formation kgrant@holyghostparish.org

Parish Mission Statement

We, the members of Holy Ghost Parish, are one body of Roman Catholic

people with diverse gifts and blessings, who share responsibility for the

transformation of ourselves and our world according to the teachings and

example of Jesus Christ.

Fed by the Holy Spirit, we nurture our faith through private prayer, liturgy

and sacraments, through life-long learning and teaching of Gospel values,

and through love and support of each other.

Empowered by the same Spirit, we live our faith in action through the

ministries of service, social justice, evangelization and witness, because all

are called to one and the same goal: unity with God, now and forever.

Amen.

Sacramental Information

Baptism takes place on some Sundays at 12:30 p.m.

Before scheduling your child’s Baptism, you must

attend a preparation class. Call the parish office to

make arrangements.

First Eucharist is celebrated each Spring and is

available to youth who have completed the required

preparation.

Confirmation is celebrated each year and is

available to youth who have completed the required

preparation.

Reconciliation is available Saturdays at 4:00 PM or

by appointment. During the seasons of Advent and

Lent Saturday Reconciliation will begin at 3:00 PM.

A day of Reconciliation is scheduled during Advent

and Lent at the Deanery Church in Elmhurst.

Marriage Diocesan policy requires 6 months

preparation time. Contact the parish office.

RCIA is a process for fully initiating adults into the

Catholic faith. It is for those who have not been

baptized or those who were baptized and/or raised in

another Christian denomination and are now

interested in becoming Catholic. This process is also

for Baptized Catholics who never completed their

initiation through the sacraments of Eucharist and/or

Confirmation. If interested, please contact the Faith

Formation office at 630-766-1045.

Eucharist for the Homebound If you or a

member of your family cannot attend Mass because

of illness or disability, a Minister of Care will bring

Communion to you. Please call the parish office at

630-860-2975 to make arrangements.

Welcome Center

Welcome Center Ministers are able to help you with

the following needs: parish registration, sick visit

request, as well as Sacrament information.

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Readings and Resources

SUNDAY REFLECTION

LOST AND FOUND

Welcome to “Lost and Found Sunday”! Just in case being in church makes us proudly consider ourselves especially religious, today’s Gospel suggests that we’d be wiser to admit that we’re sometimes lost. Then we’ll eventually be happily counted among Jesus’ “found,” because today Jesus focuses on a lost sheep, lost coin, lost son. Jesus does so because the Pharisees and scribes, proudly considering themselves especially religious, “began to complain” that Jesus “welcomes sinners and eats with them.” So Jesus warns them — and us— to stop judging others. Marvel instead that God’s amazing grace has found us! Indeed, we should become Jesus’ friends lovingly trying to find others. So Exodus asks, if God “relented in punishment” and pardoned us, shouldn’t we forgive fellow sinners graciously? Even Paul admits his “arrogance” as “foremost among sinners.” We too, happy at being “mercifully treated,” should share with everyone else Jesus’ unfailing patience.

Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

Although New Year’s Day has been fixed firmly on January 1 for several hundred years, Labor Day has the feel of a great dividing line between leisure and routine. The pace of life has since picked up, and new schedules and commitments crowd us. In the background is God’s call to consider the third commandment, still life-giving and binding, to make holy the Lord’s Day by worship and rest. Jews see the Sabbath, Saturday, not so much as a day of worship, but as a day of rest, a day of renewing friendship with God by delighting in the beauty of creation and the joy of family and friends. It is a day for contemplating the wonder of God’s creation, but not disturbing it.

For Christians in the first three centuries, the Lord’s Day, Sunday, was not for rest, but worship. It was a regular work day. People met before dawn, and after Eucharist hurried off to daily routines. Today we come to Mass, but many hurry off to essential work, not a day of rest. The Lord’s Day is not the Sabbath, but we can enhance Sunday’s ability to transform us if we consider embracing some Sabbath values: having a family meal, going for a walk in a beautiful place, making room in our lives to open ourselves more fully to holiness of life in Christ.

—James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 15, 2019

A clean heart create for me, O God,

and a steadfast spirit renew within me.

— Psalm 51:12

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: 1 Tm 2:1-8; Ps 28:2, 7-9; Lk 7:1-10

Tuesday: 1 Tm 3:1-13; Ps 101:1b-3b, 5-6;

Lk 7:11-17

Wednesday: 1 Tm 3:14-16; Ps 111:1-6; Lk 7:31-35

Thursday: 1 Tm 4:12-16; Ps 111:7-10; Lk 7:36-50

Friday: 1 Tm 6:2c-12; Ps 49:6-10, 17-20; Lk 8:1-3

Saturday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Ps 19:2-5; Mt 9:9-13

Sunday: Am 8:4-7; Ps 113:1-2, 4-8; 1 Tm 2:1-8;

Lk 16:1-13 [10-13]

Come Pray the Rosary

Weekdays 9:00 AM & Thursdays 7:00 PM

Adoration: Monday ~ Friday 7:00 AM ~ 8:00 AM

The Little Ones

Jim Burrows, the cartoonist behind

The Little Ones, is a Christian artist with

a passion for sharing the Good News of the

Gospel through art that is joyful.

He is a certified catechist at Mission San

Luis Obispo, California, and has a

master’s degree in Pastoral Studies

from Loyola University New Orleans.

He is a permanent deacon for the

Diocese of Monterey.

Please note: Weekday intentions may be

rescheduled due to changes or cancellations.

Monday, September 16 8:30 a.m.

Elizabeth Kolinski Health & Blessings

Tuesday, September 17 8:30 a.m.

John Gibes Health & Blessings

Wednesday, September 18 8:30 a.m.

Elmer Ustas

Thursday, September 19 8:30a.m.

Roy Dahl - First Anniversary

Friday, September 20 8:30 a.m.

Communion Service

Mass Intention Information

$10 stipend per Mass Intention.

Mass Intention requests, in compliance with the

Decree on Mass Stipends, began on January 1,

2016: There will be one intention for a Mass.

Mass will be offered for all Parishioners in the Parish

on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Holy Thursday,

Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday, and Holy Days of

Obligation. No other intentions will be taken

for the Masses on these days.

Saturday, September 14

5:00 p.m.

Raymond Cerceo

Sunday, September 15

8:30 a.m. For the Parishioners of Holy Ghost

living and deceased.

E. Marlene Sino

10:30 a.m.

Isabelle Gaspari

Jesus said to them,

“Rejoice with me because I

have found my lost sheep.”

Luke 15:6

Bulletin Deadlines

Please help the new bulletin editor meet

the deadlines by submitting your bulletin

articles at least two weeks before your event.

Last minute articles may not be able

to be accommodated.

Please note the new email address:

hgbulletin@holyghostparish.org

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O most holy Virgin,

Mother of our Lord

Jesus Christ,

by the overwhelming grief

you experienced

when you witnessed

the martyrdom,

the crucifixion,

and the death

of your divine Son,

look upon me

with eyes of compassion,

and awaken in my heart

a tender commiseration

for those sufferings,

as well as a sincere

detestation of my sins,

in order that,

being disengaged

from all undue affection

for the passing joys

of this earth,

I may sigh after

the eternal Jerusalem,

and that henceforward

all my thoughts

and all my actions

may be directed

towards this one

most desirable object:

Honor, glory, and love

to our divine Lord Jesus,

and to the holy and immaculate

Mother of God.

Amen.

Prayer to Our Lady of Sorrows

by St. Bonaventure

PLEASE NOTE: BULLETIN DEADLINES

HAVE BEEN MOVED UP FOR

THE NEXT FEW ISSUES.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS

AND YOUR UNDERSTANDING.

Our Sanctuary Lamp

Our sanctuary lamp is a 7-day candle that is always lit above the tabernacle. If you would like to contribute $20 to the cost of the weekly candle we will print a “Thank You” in the bulletin. You are also welcome to make the donation in memory of a loved one or loved ones. The Sanctuary Lamp envelopes are available in the narthex. Please include a note that states how you would like your name and/or the names for memorials printed. Names will be printed in the bulletin in the order in which they are received, either in the collection or at the office.

From Ed Beauregard

In Memory of

B. Beauregard

Financial Giving to Holy Ghost

Food for the Banquet

$50 is needed each weekend for hosts and wine. If you would like to help cover the costs, drop your donation with your choice of date into the collection basket. The Food for the Banquet envelopes are available in the narthex.

From The Sumang Family

In Memory of Felino Sumang

From Dennis and Theresa Bero

In Honor of Deacon Dino

The following dates are open for donations:

December 7/8

All of January

All of February

All of March

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CMAA Pledge Report for Holy Ghost: PARISH GOAL: $52,300

AMOUNT PLEDGED: $58,255 AMOUNT PAID: $48,499 REMAINING BALANCE: $9,756

Thank you to our parishioners who have already pledged their support to

the 2019 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal. Please continue to fulfill your

pledges, as we are counting on your commitment. If you have not yet made

a gift, please remember that every contribution, big or small, is welcome and

appreciated! If we all participate, we can exceed our parish goal. If we raise

more than our goal, 70 percent of the amount over our goal will be returned

to us for our use. This is an amazing opportunity for our parish. If you have

not made a gift yet, please consider doing so. Checks can be made to the

Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal and mailed to: Catholic Ministries Annual

Appeal, Diocese of Joliet, 16555 Weber Road, Crest Hill, IL 60403. You can

also make a gift online at jolietdioceseappeal.org, or text “Donate” to (815)

205-1949 to link to a donation form from your mobile phone. Thank you.

Please continue to

pray for the

success of the CMAA.

Thank you.

This year, there will be NO second collection for the Christ is Our Hope

Magazine Appeal. If you wish to still support the magazine, please check your

September 2019 issue for a donation envelope and send your gift directly to the Christ is Our Hope Magazine

Appeal at the Diocese of Joliet.

Thank you for your gift!

A Prayer For Our Church

Heavenly Father, in every age, you have been our refuge. Yet again and still, we stand before you asking for your protection on your Holy Church. We place our Church in your hands, for without you we can do nothing. May Jesus, our High Priest and true compass, continue to lead her in every thought and action to be an instrument of justice, a source of consolation, a sacrament of unity, and a manifestation of your faithful covenant. For the victims of abuse and their families, pour out your healing and your peace. For the leaders of your Church, pour out your Spirit to guide them and inspire their decisions. For those who have followed your call to serve you and your people in holiness, sustain them by your grace. For all the faithful who are searching for answers, embrace them with your love, restore their trust, console them with your clear Gospel message, and renew them with your sacraments. We ask this in the name of your Son and our Brother, and through the Holy Spirit, who lives and reigns with you forever and ever. Amen.

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Vocations Prayer

AIR FORCE:

LT COL Anthony Calabrese

LT COL Patty Calabrese

MAJ Mary Dones

1st LT Joseph Piscopo

2nd LT Joshua Jalowiec

SSGT Robert W. Dones

SSGT Timothy Latvis

ARMY:

COL Jeffrey K. Klotz

LTC Robert Bowen

LTC Grace Gallagher

CWO4 Anderson Mann

PVT Steven Badgley

PVT Ian Schauchuk

COAST GUARD:

CPO Dale Janetka

MARINE CORPS:

CAPT Edward W. Miller

LCPL David Lozeau

PVT Cameron Andresen

PVT John Rowley

PVT Billy Termine

Peter Bush

NAVY:

CAPT Thomas Zwolfer

LT Nicholas Lucania

ENS Matthew Starsiak

Ryan James Ruizol

Pray for Our Military

Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands.

Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for

the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.

Dear God, you have created us in your own image and have given us so many gifts.

We ask you to bless us all, so that we may know best how to love you and each other with those gifts.

We pray especially for those young men and women who are searching for ways to serve you in love.

May they be open to all that you may ask.

We pray for those who study for the priesthood and religious life, that their preparations may bring to the church happy and holy priests and religious men and women.

We ask this, through Christ the Good Shepherd.

Amen.

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July/August Baptisms

WE WELCOME OUR NEW

SISTERS & BROTHERS

July/August Funerals

IN THE ARMS OF OUR LORD

Dear Parishioners:

I am pleased to introduce our Coordinator of Discipleship.

In response to Bishop Conlon’s request for parishes to invigorate their efforts to form disciples, Holy Ghost Parish is

adding a part time position to coordinate those efforts.

Susan Tutaj is joining our staff as the Coordinator of Discipleship. Susan recently retired after 40 years in ministry.

She previously taught in a Catholic school and spent the last 29 years as the Director of Faith Formation at

St. Petronille in Glen Ellyn. Susan has a BA in Music Education, MA in Religious Studies and Certificate in Spiritual

Companioning/Direction. She is also the mother of 5 adult children and the proud grandmother of 9.

Susan will be working with the parish staff and is currently setting up several committees that will support this

ministry. An important committee will be the Discipleship Prayer Team. If you are interested in supporting the

parish efforts in discipleship through daily prayer, please contact Susan at the Faith Formation Office: 630-766-4508

X32 or email: stutaj@holyghostparish.org.

Please join me in welcoming Susan to our parish.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Father John

Olivia Grace Lam

Isaias Fierro

Jaylynn Fierro

Valencia Magana

Claire Stephanie Semrad

Amela Sulovari

Chase Eugene Lehnert

Jason Daniel Andrews

Jeremy Daniel Andrews

Eliana Elyse Sieradzki

Memphis James Gaspari

Raymond Kolinski

Jean Montwicki

Ramona Fernandez Flores

Gladys Guiu

Claudette Anderson

Joselito Avila Laure

Marianne McGehee

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Fall 2019

Soup & Scripture

“Forgiveness” Place: The Emmaus Room

Time: Noon-1:30 P.M.

Cost: $30 (Includes book, materials and food)

Dates: Fridays – October 4, 11, 18, 25 & November 8 & 15

Facilitated by: Mary Lally

Human experience and psychological research confirm the teachings of Scripture that

practicing forgiveness is good for our health and happiness and that refusing to forgive can bind

us in depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. We may not feel like forgiving, but God calls us

to embody pardon and mercy in imitation of the divine forgiveness we have received.

Learn the dynamics of forgiveness and how it can bring healing

to your personal life, your family, and our church.

Enjoy an all you can eat lunch, while you break open scripture.

R.S.V.P: Faith Formation Office 630-766-1045 by

September 25. Space is limited- call today!

Servers for September 21 and 22

Sunday 8:30 am Sunday 10:30 am

Thomas Lasica

Dominic Nino

Grace Mendoza

Klaudia Cygan

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Calling all adults needing Baptism,

Communion and/or Confirmation…

Classes for Adults needing sacraments is called RCIA…

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults

Classes will begin October 8, 2019 and will be held

on Tuesday evenings from 7 – 8:30 PM.

NOW is the time to sign up.

For more information please call 630-766-1045.

Please complete this form and return to the Faith Formation

office or drop it in the collection basket:

Name: ________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

(Town)________________________________________

Phone: ________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________

Date of Birth:

__________________________________

Please circle the sacraments needed:

Baptism Communion Confirmation

Now being offered this year in our 2019-2020

Faith Formation Program…

God’s Little Learners! We are offering an introduction to our Faith

Formation Program to children ages 3-5

(Potty-trained is a must, please.)

We will provide an immersive learning environ-

ment for your child to meet Jesus through

stories, activities, song and play. We warmly

welcome you to come witness this awakening

to our faith with your child. While parent

attendance is not mandatory, how wonderful

would it be to see the light of Jesus being

kindled in your child. You would then have the

opportunity to talk during the week about the

experience you shared together at class.

For Information call Kathy Grant @ 630-766-1045

or Frannie Hargadon @ 630-766-4508

FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION For the 2019/2020

School Year

Our religious education program,

for public school children in grades 1-10,

is open for enrollment.

Our sessions are Gospel based, interactive,

& family friendly!

We also provide preparation

for the Sacraments of

Baptism, First Communion, & Confirmation.

For more information, contact

Kathy Grant @ 630-766-1045 or

Fran Hargadon @ 630-766-4508

Email: kgrant@holyghostparish.org or

fran@holyghostparish.org

Or visit www.holyghostparish.org and

click on the “Faith Formation” tab.

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VIGIL OPPORTUNITY in WOOD DALE

Advantage Medical

at 203 E. Irving Park Road

Saturdays 6:30 am – noon

If you are willing to sign up for

an hour on a Saturday

between 9 am and 11 am,

please call John Rudy

at 719-332-0471.

Our mission is to call to action pro-life individuals

for prayer and peaceful vigils to end abortion.

Knights of Columbus

PLEASE JOIN US FOR

A ROSARY RALLY

IN HONOR OF

OUR LADY OF FATIMA

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2019

9:00 A.M.

OUTSIDE OF THE NORTH DOORS OF THE CHURCH

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Council of Catholic Women

Can you help give a Box of Joy? The Holy Ghost Council of

Catholic Women is working with Cross Catholic Outreach to

bring a Box of Joy to a child in a far away land (Haiti, Domini-

can Republic, and Guatemala.) Every year thousands of

children experience a Christmas without hope. Burdened by

poverty, their families struggle to provide the basic necessi-

ties. Many of these children have never held a picture book,

worn a new shirt, or held a new toy.

Our help is needed to bring a Box of Joy this Christmas sea-

son to these children. The CCW is collecting NEW items for

boys and girls ages 2-14 years. On October 8th, the Holy

Ghost CCW will pack the boxes. You can help by donating

gifts to fill those boxes.

Good things DO come in small packages! The

Box of Joy is about the size of shoe box: 12”x5”x4”. When

donating gifts, please keep in mind that your donation must

fit in a box this size. Each Box of Joy does cost about $9.00 to

ship. Checks made to Cross Catholic Outreach or cash dona-

tions to assist in shipping costs are greatly appreciated. A

donation receptacle will be provided at the Welcome Center.

Starting the weekend of September 21st and 22nd, drop your

gift items into the containers in the Church entrances.

Donations will be collected until October 6th. The gifts we

pack into the Box of Joy will show God’s unconditional love

and spark the joy every child should experience at Christmas.

Last year Holy Ghost Parish prepared 101 boxes. We would

like to match that number this year. Please see the list of

suggested gifts. Thank you so much for your generosity.

For Children Who Wish for Just One Gift

Choose a gender and age range:

(2-4; 5-9; 10-14 years)

Items must be NEW. Go shopping and

select gifts. See the suggested list of gift

ideas below.

Deposit your gifts into the boxes in the

Church entrances by October 6th.

Instead of giving gift items you may make a

donation to Cross Catholic Outreach by

check or with cash at the Welcome Center.

Gift Ideas: All items must be NEW and not used. Items

must fit in a 12”x5”x4” shoe box.

Toys: Handheld toys, small plush animals, small balls, dolls,

mini puzzles, finger puppets, bean bags, hack sack,

binoculars, Legos, marbles, harmonicas, kazoos, other small

musical instruments, jump ropes, Yo-yos, Slinkys, mini

board games and Hot Wheel cars.

School Supplies: Pencils, colored pencils, sharpeners,

erasers, pencil case, pens, markers, glue sticks, safety

scissors, notepads, self-inking stampers, stickers, flash cards,

crayons, small coloring books and small story books.

Hygiene & Home: Combs, brushes, bar soaps, wash

clothes, tissues, lip balms, manicure kits, nail clippers,

emery boards, sewing kits, compass, key chains and

drawstring bags.

Clothing/Apparel/Accessories: Socks, shoelaces, shorts,

hats, bandanas, underwear, t-shirts, flip flops, small purses

or wallets, sunglasses, necklaces, scarves, hair ribbons, hair/

head bands, ear rings, bracelets and barrettes.

We are sorry, but we cannot accept: Food or Beverages; Medicines or Vitamins;

Liquids (shampoo, nail polish etc.); Gels

(antibacterial, etc.); Candy; Toothpaste;

Military or Police Toys, Toy Weapons;

Glass/Breakables; Knives; Tools; or any items

requiring batteries. Thank you.

Bring happiness to a child this Christmas with a Box of Joy!

Simple gifts packed into our box and delivered

by Cross Catholic Outreach can change a child’s life.

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“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be firm, steadfast,

always fully devoted to the work of the Lord,

knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in

vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58

Opportunities within the Diocese

St. Elizabeth Seton Parish in Naperville is looking for a full-time Director of

Faith Formation who will be responsible to provide overall direction and

administration for the faith formation, sacramental preparation, and service

projects for students in Grades K-8 and High School Youth Ministry.

Responsibilities: Student Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation (FF/

SP) Direct and administer the operation of student FF/SP for grades K-8. Im-

plement the transition of the student Confirmation program from 10th grade

to 8th grade. Administer the recruiting and coordinate the training of all FF/SP

Catechists. Ensure compliance with all Diocesan and Parish policies, including

but not limited to the Protecting God’s Children requirements. Student Ser-

vice Projects: Direct and administer student Christian Service activities and

events, including but not limited to Vacation Bible School, Harvest Sunday,

Feed My Starving Children, and other student service projects. H.S. Youth

Ministry: Provide direction and facilitate the implementation of the Youth

Ministry program for High School Students. Job Qualifications: Practicing

Catholic who understands and supports the teaching of the Roman Catholic

Church, acts as an example and model in personal life to ongoing

conversion and formation. Bachelor’s degree in Religious Education or a

related field and experience in coordinating programs and teaching.

Good interpersonal, communication and computer skills.

Candidates please email a cover letter and resume to: sesjripoll@gmail.com

Holy Spirit Catholic Community in Naperville, Illinois is seeking a part-time position (up to 29 hours a week) for a Director of Music. The qualified candidate will accompany, lead, and prepare appropriate music for weekend liturgies, Holy Days, weddings, funerals, quinceañeras, and other seasonal services. Other responsibilities include directing the adult and children’s choirs, collaborating with the parish staff, overseeing the participation of instrumentalists and cantors, and recruiting parishioners to participate in the music ministry program. Salary will be commensu-rate with expertise and experience. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in music is required in addition to a mini-mum of three years’ experience as Director of Music in a parish or other ministerial setting. Strong piano, conducting, and vocal abilities are necessary; organ proficiency is preferred. A candidate with excellent musical, interpersonal, and organizational skills, liturgical knowledge, and spiritual/pastoral leadership qualities are a must. Application: Email your cover letter and resume to: welcome@hscc.us

Position Title: Part-time Director of Christian Service Reports to: the Pastor Effective date: September 1, 2019 Position Summary: To ensure an effective parochial response to Catholic Social Teaching, Charity to the poor and those who suffer, through direct service of human need in the parish and community and by organizing and leading others to do the same. Job Description: The Director will recruit, coordinate, communicate and organize parishioners to address the needs of the poor, sick and the s uffering in our local community and beyond. The Director will accomplish this by forming a Christian Service Commission comprised of volunteers from the parish overseeing various outreach committees and organizations, e.g., Saint Vincent DePaul, Transitional Housing Program (Bridge Communities), referrals to appropriate church, community and government organizations, Poor at the door, Food Pantry, Walk-in-Ministry, etc. The Director recruits volunteers so that the parish will continue to provide volunteers to support these and other already active parish ministries and work with the Christian Service Commission to address evolving needs. Assist drop-in clients as needed. Recruit volunteers for community organizations to which the parish has pledged support. Recruit volunteers to support parish programs and organizations, e.g., Funeral luncheons, Bereavement committee, Emergency meals, Card ministry, Visitors to the homebound, Ministers of care recruitment and coordination, etc. Recruit volunteers and coordinate communion to homebound and hospital ministry. Participate as staff in social justice committee. Form a Saint Vincent DePaul Chapter in the parish. Professional and Personal Representation Practicing Catholic who understands and supports the teachings and dogma of the Roman Catholic Church and who acts an example and serves as role model in their personal life. Has a sense of God’s call to this ministry and carries out the ministry in humble service to the parish. Communicates in a professional, positive and supportive manner at all levels. Displays a true Christian example of patience, compassion and understanding. Has proven skills in administrative work and interaction with others. Proficiency in relating to and working cooperatively with parish members. Strength in administrative and organizational skills. Commitment to continuous personal growth in spirituality and education. Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work effectively and efficiently including developing and maintaining effective record keeping systems. Ability to compose correspondence and reports. Ability to honor and maintain absolute confidentiality both within and outside of the office in regard to any and all parish business. Ability to relate to the diverse universe of the parish in a positive and professional manner. Position Requirement This position is a part-time, non-benefited position, consisting in a weekly commitment between 25-29 hours. Knowledge of local resources to serve those in need. Ability to empower and motivate parishioners to volunteer. Knowledge of the parish and local community. Ability to organize, communicate, listen and self-motivate. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, the use of email and basic computer proficiency. Applicants meeting the necessary requirements may apply to Fr. Thomas Milota at: frmilota@outlook.com 630-469-0404, ext 2100