St. John Vianney

Catholic Community 401 Brassel Street Lockport, Illinois 60441

815-723-3291

www.sjvianneylockport.org Po Polsku 815-630-2745

Office Hours: Tuesday—Friday 10:00AM—3:00PM

Come Worship With Us In The Little Brown Church In The Fields

Father Greg Podwysocki, Pastor

Masses Tuesday - Friday 8:00 am

Saturday 8:00 am (Only on first

Saturday)

4:15 pm

Sunday 9:30 am-English

11:30 am-Polish

Confessions Before Saturday Mass 3:30PM

Baptisms Call for appointment

February 19, 2017 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Take no revenge and cherish no grudge; love your neighbor as yourself. (Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18). Psalm — The Lord is kind and merciful (Psalm 103). Second Reading — You are the temple of God, and holy (1 Corinthians 3:16-23). Gospel — Offer no resistance; love your enemies (Matthew 5:38-48). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, Interna-tional Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

DIVINE WISDOM The Lord’s message, through Moses, was to “take no revenge and cherish no grudge . . . love your neighbor as yourself” (Leviticus 19:18). We might think, “Great in theory, but not always realistic!” Then Jesus in today’s Gospel goes even further. Take a slap in the face and then turn the other cheek? Treat en-emies the same as friends? Again, we’re tempted to think that those are nice ideals, but not very practical in the “real world.” Paul echoes Jesus when he tells the Corinthians that what passes for human wisdom is absurdity to God. Di-vine wisdom casts sunshine on the good and the bad, showers rain on the honest and the dishonest—without distinction. We must examine our wisdom and common sense to see how they compare to the wisdom of God, and make adjustments accordingly. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

The 2017 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal is underway! The Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA) helps our parish and the Diocese of Joliet to provide countless ministries, programs and ser-vices to support our friends and neighbors in immeasurable ways. Information about the 2017 CMAA and a request to make a pledge has been sent to all parishioners. Please review the materials, pray about how you can help further the minis-tries funded by our CMAA, and consider making the most generous gift possible. Our parish goal is $8,821.00. Help us to exceed this goal in paid pledges. Our parish will receive 70% of the amount over goal for use in our parish! Togeth-er, we can continue to spread the Gospel message in our Diocese through our ministries and help God hold us in His hands. Thank you in advance for your support.

Announcement: Ash Wednesday - March 1, 2017 Distribution of Ashes Mass - 8:00 am (English, no music) Mass - 7:00 pm (Bilingual)

Saturday, February 18 at 4:15 p.m. Fr. Greg Podwysocki (B’Day) by St. John Vianney Parishion-ers Antonette Dvdasik (B’Day) by Jody & Dan Drong Hannah Davis (B’Day) by Judy & Dan Drong Joanne Pitulla (Thank you) by Barbara Misialek Sunday, February 19 at 9:30 a.m. †Fr. Waclaw Jamroz & Danny O’Donnell Joe & Josie Encarnacion (68th Wed Anni) by Rosar io Tuesday, February 21 at 8:00 a.m. St. Monica Prayer Group †Tom Rivera (B’Day Rem) by Family Wednesday, February 22 at 8:00 a.m. †Andrysiak Family by M/M Matt Andrysiak Thursday, February 23 at 8:00 a.m. †Michael & Sophie Nedelsky by Family †Antonio Cirrincione by D’Arpa Family Friday, February 24 at 8:00 a.m. †Joe D’Arpa by Mom & Dad Saturday, February 25 at 4:15 p.m. May, Maurisak & Gubista Families by Family Dorothy Carrescia (Health) by Leonard Zabala †Tom Savada by Savada Family Sunday, February 26 at 9:30 a.m. †Fr. Waclaw Jamroz & Danny O’Donnell Special Intentions †Franklin Bradach by wife, Georgia †Frank & Mary Bradach by daughter -in-law, Georgia †Frank & Violet Zupancic by daughter , Georgia

† In Memoriam – February 19 thru February 26

Robert Parker Feb. 19 1958 Anna D. Rumple Feb. 21 1964 Ross Margentina, Sr. Feb. 21 2003

Howard R. Walker, Sr. Feb. 22 2001 Caroline Vonch Feb. 23 1962 Loretta Getson Feb. 24 1961 Joseph Babinec Feb. 24 1963 Mary Beth Sugg Feb. 24 1985 Robert E. Ketchum Feb. 26 1968

Mass Intentions for the Week

LECTORS FOR NEXT WEEKEND: Sat. 4:15 pm….Rosario Sun. 9:30 am….Jake

Think you might want to be a lector? Talk to Barb Dapriele

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Presidents’ Day Tuesday: St. Peter Damian Wednesday: The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle; Washington’s Birthday Thursday: St. Polycarp

THE ETERNAL FLAME FOR THIS WEEK

Will burn for

Pres. Donald Trump

By

Dr. Tom & Lynn Swierkowski

† WE LIFT UP IN PRAYER

Long Term Needs: Fr. Andrew, Ann Marie Nawrocki, Naia Peña, Ra-chel Colabello, John Sims, Wendy Kelm, Peg Parker, Keith Schranz, Helena Parades, Lucas Milo, Irena Drewniak, Ted Hylek, Hanna Maria Drewniak, Heather Pajak, Florence Viscum, The Eaton Family, Dixie Wiles, Mary Maiberger, Val Wittenkeller, Romana Davila, Lawrence Dapriele, Marilyn Zlogar, Mark Gariboldi, Cathy McManamey, Raul Juarez, Lucille Catherine Russler (baby), Henryka Sztoncel, Tom Swierkowski, Luanne Dapriele, Mike Lozano

Immediate Needs: Mary Maiberger, Florence Viscum, Joan Fajkucy, Lynn Marie, Roberto Davila, Cynthia Garcia, Nicole Neubauer, Joann Baan, Carl Johnson, Matt Andrysiak, Marcella Tumang, Salvadore Garcia, Robin Dilday,Ralph Drong, Philip Timm, Jessica Argo, Stanislawa Bielanska, Frank Pagano, Dorothy Carrescia, Dariusz Buczek † We hope that you will pray for them each day, privately or with your family. Prayer for those in need is an important re-sponsibility of the Christian Community

†FROM DEATH TO NEW L IFE

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.

Divine Mercy Chaplet: Sat, February 18…Day 9

PILGRIM VIRGIN Invite the blessed Mother, Our La-dy of Fatima Statue, into your home and help her evangelize her message of peace through the Ro-sary. The intent of the devotion is that the statue travel from house to house. It will be in your home for one week or as long as you want to keep her. You can invite family and friends to say the rosary, or just enjoy her presence in your home and have your own private devo-tion. Please call Gwen at 708-259-

Weekly Offering Weekly Goal: $2,700.00 February 12, 2017 ………………………………….. $2539.00

OUR WARMEST WELCOME To all who celebrate with us, whether visitors, long time resi-dents, or newly arrived in the parish. If you are not regis-tered at St. John Vianney or need to make changes, please fill out the form below and place in the collection basket.

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ADULT 1 Name______________________________ Phone__________________ Address__________________________ __________________________

Date of Birth___________________ Language spoken at home______________

Marital Status:____Married by Priest Y N

Religion:________________________ Sacraments received? Baptism, 1st Comm. Confirm.

ADULT 2 Husband Wife Name_______________________________ Phone______________ Address__________________________ __________________________ Date of Birth_____________ Language spoken at home_______________

Marital Status:____Married by Priest Y N

Religion:________________________ Sacraments received? Baptism, 1st Comm. Confirm.

Are you transferring from another parish?__

Former Parish Name_____________________

Please list the names and dates of birth of those in your household, excluding the names above:

Name Birthdate Relationship 1___________________________________2___________________________________3___________________________________ 4___________________________________

Thank You for your continuing support. Please remember St John Vianney in your Will and Estate Planning.

ST. MONICA PRAYER GROUP

FOLLOWING THE 8:00 AM TUESDAY MASS

We, the members of St. Monica Prayer Group, in-vite you to join us in praying for the spiritual, physi-cal, and emotional needs of our children and grand-children.. Please join us as we come together week-

ly to cover our children with prayer.

St. John Vianney Prayer "O my God, come to me, so that You may dwell in me and I may dwell in you."

Word of Life For all Catholics:

May we be channels of God’s mercy

by loving every person and celebrating the gift of his or her life;

We pray to the Lord:

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER “May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another,” As we await the coming of

the Lord, let us live in our marriages with endurance and encouragement. Explore how by attending a World Wide Marriage Encounter weekend on February 17-19, 2017, or April 7-9, 2017, all at Elk Grove Village, IL.

Early registration is highly recommended. For reservations/information, call Jim & Kris at 630-577-0778 or contact us through http://wwme-chicagoland.org .

FEED YOUR HUNGRY NEIGHBORS Lockport churches donate to the Lockport Food Pantry

known as FISH, the symbol of Christianity. They serve 750 to 800 People monthly which is more than 250 local families. Our Lord would want us to share what we have been given with those who have less. Presently needed are canned beans, meats and fish. Also peanut butter & jel-

lies. Canned vegetables especially corn & green beans. Spaghetti & sauce, cereals, and pancake mix & syrup. Soaps, bath tissue, other paper products and sham-poo are also needed. Thank you for your generosity. You will be blessed. Feeding the Hungry is one of the Corporal Works of Mercy.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CANS CAREFULLY. IF THEY ARE OUTDATED OR EXPIRING IN CUR-

RENT MONTH, WE HAVE TO THROW THEM AWAY. We cannot be liable for causing illnesses.

If YOU are in need, they are open Monday, Wednesday & Fridays from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.

604 9th Street, Lockport. Bring 2 pieces of current mail to register.

WHY NOT A MASS INTENTION! If you are thinking of sending someone a get-well card, or a special occasion is coming up, a birthday or an anniversary, why not have a Mass said for them? Mass intentions are for the living as well as the deceased. There’s no nicer way to offer tribute, or better prayer you can offer for those you love. Just fill out the form below and show how much you care.

REQUESTS FOR † MASS INTENTIONS If you would like to have a Mass offered, please fill out this form and drop in the collection basket. There is no better way to offer tribute, and no better prayer you can offer for those you love. Please include an offering of $10 for each intention in the en-velope with your Mass request form. Please schedule 2 weeks in advance. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Intention Name _____________________________________ _____Living _____ Deceased Requested by_____________________________________ Phone_________________________________ Date/Time Wanted_________________________ Funeral Mass Arrangements

Upon the death of a loved one, a family member should contact the parish office as soon as possible (815-723-3291). You will be contacted by our bereavement coordi-nator, Anna Siwiec-Sitkowska, who will assist the family in planning the funeral liturgy for the deceased.

If it is too difficult for you to walk to the front of the church to receive Communion, please know that at each Mass an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Com-munion comes to the back of the church to distribute Communion. If you would like to have the Extraor-dinary Minister give you communion in the back of church, please let an usher know before Mass be-gins. At Communion time, when you see the Ex-traordinary Minister come to the back, please raise your hand so that they can see you and give you Ho-ly Communion

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. And give us peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and

Savior. Amen. P.F.C. JASON W. DRAKSLER [U.S. ARMY] P.F.C. JOSHUA D. DRAKSLER [U.S. ARMY] SGT. 1st Class MICHAEL MATTHEW PAJAK [U.S. ARMY] SR. AIRMAN NICHOLAS MAVRIN [U.S.A.F.] 2nd LT. WILLIAM BRADSHAW [U.S.A.F.] If you have a family member who is overseas please

let us know so we may pray for their safe return. MAY GOD BLESS THEM ALL

Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House An Ignatian, Silent Retreat for Men February 24-26, 2017 What personal relationship could be more important than your relationship with God? For the good of the Church, as well as for the good of their own souls and the sake of their families, lay people are en-couraged to get away for a few days each year to rekindle their relationship with Christ. Retreats are a time away from our normal activities to spend time getting reacquainted with God, to examine the priori-ties of life, and to make concrete and practical resolutions for improvement. It is a time to renew – a time of reconcilia-tion and peace. You will be staying in a private room in a lovely 1920’s home with all meals included. There is a full schedule of spiritu-al talks and ample time for the Sacrament of Reconciliation; however, all are optional – you are free to set your own schedule. All are invited – parishioners, family members, friends – pass the word! For more information, visit www.jesuitretreat.org or contact Jerry Pasch at 815-955-0352, or email jjpasch22@gmail.com.

Attention St. John Vianney Ladies Ages 18 and Up

In February, we will be having "Gospel Reflections". Please join us as we ask the Holy Spirit to speak to us through

His Word. We will meet on Mondays, February 6th,13th, and 20th at 6pm until 7:30pm. Any questions, please call

Gwen at 708-259-6303 and check the parish website for any changes or cancellations.

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Re: Illinois House Bill 40 February 13, 2017 Brothers and Sisters, One of the noblest forms of witness that we Catholics give in our contemporary society is to stand up for the dignity of human beings as children of God. We feel a special commitment to the most vulnerable and the most innocent of all: children in the womb. Of course, unborn children depend primarily upon the care of their mothers. But legal protection is also important, something that has been lacking in the United States for over forty-four years. A bill has been introduced in the Illinois legislature—House Bill 40—which has two destructive purposes:

to thwart any future decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse or limit Roe vs. Wade; and

to allow for the use of public money to fund the taking of innocent human lives through abortion in the state’s Medi-caid and health insurance programs.

It is essential that people who believe in the protection of human life in the womb contact their proper state legislators and express their opposition to House Bill 40. You can find your state legislators by visiting www.ilcatholic.org and clicking on ‘Find Your Legislator’ or by calling the Catholic Conference at 312-368-1066 or 217-528-9200 and asking for help.

For additional thoughts on HB40, I invite you to read my op-ed which appeared in papers throughout the diocese at http://tinyurl.com/h8ssy32.

Thank you. Most Reverend R. Daniel Conlon Bishop of Joliet

398800 St John Vianney Church 401 Brassel St Lockport IL 60441-4902 Contact: Bernadetta Kopinski (815)723-3291 Win 10 Pub 2016 Acrobat DC Messages: Please leave bulletins by front door of church when delivered. Thank you and God Bless