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"You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden”
- Matthew 5:14
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Dear Parishioners,
I hope this message finds you and your loved ones healthy and well, as we move through the heart of winter in Chicago! You are good people who strive to live the faith each day.
In less than a month, we will begin Lent. Ash Wednesday is February 22nd. Father Przemek Tomczyk, ordination class of 2017, will give our Lenten Mission on the First Weekend of Lent - February 25th-26th and Monday and Tuesday evening, February 27th-28th. He visits us this Saturday, February 4th at the 4 p.m. Mass to get more acquainted with us. He is presently an associate pastor at St. Mary of Vernon Parish in Vernon Hills. See his bio below.
The 2023 Annual Catholic Appeal announcement begins this weekend, and I wanted to share with you the impact your gift —no matter the size— has on this important effort.
The work supported by the Appeal is more important than ever. Gifts to the Annual Catholic Appeal directly support the necessary work of parishes, Catholic Schools and vital ministries throughout the archdiocese.
This year’s theme - Walking on The Road With Jesus - comes from the fact that Jesus’ early followers were called people on “The Way.” This theme brings us a sense that we are all together on a journey, helping each other through the ups and downs of life. As Cardinal Cupich said, “It underscores our singular relationship with the Lord and our journey together with Him.”
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Among the many challenges that face our church today, the needs of the poor remain a priority.
A practical way to do this is by supporting the Annual Catholic Appeal which enables us to reach out to the parishes, individuals and communities in need. Our donations fund a significant portion of the work of our Archdiocese in schools and churches in financially-challenging situations, soup kitchens, counseling centers, and on the street corners where people of all backgrounds in every neighborhood in Cook and Lake Counties are served.
Your gift to the Annual Appeal helps to sustain Catholic Schools, religious education, ministerial formation, initiatives for life, and peace and justice. Through its support of Catholic Relief Services, the Appeal also serves people worldwide, without regard for religious affiliation, whose lives are devastated by natural disasters, illnesses, wars, and famines.
Next weekend, we will have an opportunity to make our in-pew commitment if we have not done so by mail. Remember, it is not a one-time gift, but rather a commitment made over six payments to support the pastoral work of the Archdiocese of Chicago across Lake and Cook Counties.
Thank you for your generosity last year. Thank you in advance for your support of the 2023 Annual Catholic Appeal!
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Sincerely,
Father Mike Meany
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Many families in our parish will be receiving the Annual Catholic Appeal mailing from Cardinal Cupich. On behalf of those served by the ministries, parishes, and schools that receive funding from the Appeal, we thank you for your gifts. Please return your response as soon as possible or give online here.
The Annual Catholic Appeal offers a wonderful opportunity to answer the call “Walking on the road with Jesus.” In addition to providing for ministries and services throughout the archdiocese, the Appeal also funds services that are of great help here in our parish. For example, Appeal funds support SPRED, Deacon Training, Ministry of Care, School, Religious Education training of Catechists, Young Adult Religious Education, and Evangelization.
When we financially support the work of our parish, our archdiocese and the Catholic Church throughout the world, we experience a feeling of deep gratitude, especially when we contemplate God’s many gifts to us personally. By sharing our wealth through gifts to the 2023 Annual Catholic Appeal, we demonstrate our commitment to the Church and each other.
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Father Przemek Tomczyk
I was born and raised in Poland. I came to the United States of America ten years ago. I was ordained to the priesthood six years ago in May 2017. After ordination, I ministered as an Associate Pastor at St. John Brebeuf Parish in Niles, alongside with your current pastor of St. Patricia, Fr. Michael Meany. Since July 2022, I have been assigned to St. Mary of Vernon Parish in Vernon Hills. Interesting fact — I have two brothers and the youngest of them, John, is also a priest, ordained to ministry last year in May. I am looking forward to meeting with the Parishioners of St. Patricia in preparing them for Easter through the Lenten Retreat.
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BURNING OF PALMS
In preparation for Ash Wednesday on February 22nd, Parishioners are asked to bring in their old palms to be burned. There will be a blue plastic bin in the gathering space of the church. Please return the palms by no later than Sunday, February 19th.
PLEASE remove all rubber bands, staples, and bags before placing the palms in the bin. Thank You!
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Queen of Hearts 50/50 Raffle |
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Game #3 - Week 15- It’s a Rollover! Position #32 was chosen revealing a Joker, restarting our game board! Congratulations to Bertha C. for having their ticket pulled and winning a $50 Gift Card to Prime Time Restaurant.
Next Drawing: Wednesday 2/8/23 at 6:00 pm at Prime Time. Jackpot is over $4,795.00 and climbing! Will you find the Queen? 👑❤️
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Religious Education Good News
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St. Patricia School Good News
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We kicked off our 2023 Catholic Schools Week celebrations with Family Mass led by our teaching staff! Open House followed with new and prospective families touring the school and checking out all the hard work happening in our classrooms. We hope you were able to stop in and take a look around our wonderful school! |
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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - February |
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CATHOLIC PRAYER CORNER
Prayer in Time of Illness
Lord Jesus,
I believe that having passed through the gate of life
in baptism,
I will always have your protection and comfort.
Yet today the pains of my illness threaten
to overcome me
and cause me to forget all the good things
you have given me in this life.
I pray in confidence that you would
send forth your Spirit
to refresh and revive me as you have always done
in the past.
May I continue to witness to your goodness in this life
so that I may be with you at the heavenly banquet table
in eternity.
Amen. Alleluia.
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First Saturday Devotions at St. Patricia |
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Join us at St. Patricia Church every 1st Saturday of the month. Our next gathering is on February 4, at 8:00 a.m. |
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Stay Connected to St. Patricia |
As we continue to rely more on email communication and online interactions, we encourage you to share this email with your contacts!
Please visit our Facebook Page for photos, announcements, and updates on Parish happenings. Be sure you are signed up to continue to receive our weekly newsletter. Stay connected with St. Patricia Parish!
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St. Patricia Ministries help our parish and local community grow in the faith. The Ministry Booklet contains a description of each Ministry here at our Parish, along with contact information about joining. Please consider joining a new Ministry to grow your relationship with St. Patricia’s faith community.
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Enroll in Online Giving Today! |
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St. Patricia Parish uses GiveCentral for online giving. Set up regular donations, your weekly Sunday Offering, pay school and religious education fees, and more. Online giving is a great way to save time and manage your charitable giving without ever writing a check!
Please click the link to learn more. God bless you for your generosity!
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Support St. Patricia on Amazon Smile |
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Amazon announced that it will be discontinuing the AmazonSmile program as of February 20, 2023. Thank you for your support throughout the years! We appreciate the impact of your generosity! |
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St. Patricia Parish
9050 S. 86th Ave, Hickory Hills, IL, 60457
Rev. Michael G. Meany - Pastor
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MASS SCHEDULE:
Saturday: 4:00 p.m. (Anticipated Mass)
Sunday: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.
Weekdays: Monday thru Friday: 8:30 a.m.
CONFESSIONS:
Saturdays: Before 4:00 p.m. Mass (3:00-3:45 p.m.) By appointment anytime.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
RECTORY OFFICE: 708-598-5222
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Closed 12 p.m. -1 p.m.) 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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St. Patricia School Contact Information:
9000 S. 86th Ave, Hickory Hills, IL 60457
Phone: 708-598-8200
Fax: 708-598-8233
Religious Education Contact Information:
9000 S. 86th Ave, Hickory Hills, IL 60457
Phone: 708-599-1221
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