Director of Adult Catechesis and Evangelization
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This full-time, benefited position requires a B.A. in theology, catechetics, Catholic studies, pastoral ministry (or equivalent). In addition to other duties, the director of adult catechesis and evangelization develops and implements activities and programs designed to enrich the faith life of adults in the Parish, coordinates adult faith formation opportunities—Bible studies, book clubs, retreats, and speaker events including the Parish Mission and Advent by Candlelight—and directs the RCIA process for candidates and catechumens.
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Administrative Assistant to Directors of Evangelization and Christian Service
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This part-time, non-benefited position requires previous administrative, office, and clerical experience. In addition to other duties, the administrative assistant will provide office support for the offices of Adult Catechesis and Evangelization, along with Christian Service. This position will have a flexible schedule, which includes working occasional evenings and weekends.
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The adult nursery assistant is paid, with part-time hours from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Sundays. Must be 18 years of age or older with reliable transportation;
previous childcare experience with ages 9 months to 4 years old is desirable.
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17
First Day of School
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As we welcome back our students, staff and faculty, please be extra careful when driving and parking around our campus during the week. For everyone’s safety, please obey all parking and directional signs and remember it is against the law to use your cell phone in a school zone.
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Prayers for Frank Glowaty
Frank is currently being treated for acute myeloid leukemia. He served for 40 years as principal of our grade school and for many years as advancement director.
Please keep Frank, his wife Char, and Frank’s medical team in your prayers.
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Summer office hours will end on
Friday, August 12.
REGULAR
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Preschool and Select K–8 Openings
Available for Fall 2022
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Fill out an admissions interest form to apply, go on a tour of our beautiful school campus, or schedule a phone call with principal Mrs. Tricia Weis. |
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It’s not too late to give your child the gift of a Catholic education
SAINTS PETER AND PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL is committed to excellence in preparing students to think critically and become confident, sensitive Catholic leaders modeled in the image of Jesus Christ, prepared to succeed in future academic endeavors while contributing to the community.
Our 2012 National Blue Ribbon School offers students an environment of academic excellence and a love for learning beyond the classroom:
• A safe, loving environment encouraging a personal relationship with Jesus Christ teaching gospel values based on traditional Catholic teachings.
• An exceptional staff with advanced degrees and high-level knowledge in the field of
education using state-of-the-art classrooms and technology.
• Spanish, gym, art, band, choir, and musical theater opportunities, plus a robust athletic program for 5th- through 8th-grade students.
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ORDER BY AUGUST 31
Fall Mum Sale
Purchase your fall mums through Saints Peter and Paul School! Seven colors are available in two sizes, and you can order online (link below) or print the order form (PDF link below) with a check.
Order by August 31 and pick up in the Zucker Hall parking lot on Saturday, September 17.
Thank you for supporting SSPP School!
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This series about the the symbolism and meaning in the artwork of the church sanctuary is from a 2003 publication authored by former parishioner John Saxtan: The Stained Glass Windows and Other Decorations of Ss. Peter & Paul.
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Note that there are seven angels in this scene. This could also be representative of the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are the spirits of Wisdom, Piety, Strength, Counsel, Understanding, True Godliness, and the spirit of Holy Fear (see Isaiah I 1:2); or Power, Riches, Wisdom, Strength, Honor; Glory, and Blessing (see Revelation 5:2). The number seven occurs frequently as a symbolic number for completeness and perfection. The world was created in seven days; there are seven days in the week; there is the Book With Seven Seals mentioned in Revelation; there are seven gifts of the Holy Spirit; there are seven sacraments; the seven deadly sins, etc. The number seven is used in various ways in church decorations. |
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WINDOWS IN THE NAVE
The Annunciation
Location First nave (main seating area) window on the right (south/Joseph) side of the altar
Scripture Luke 1:26–38
Look for Dove, lilies, roses, palms, angels
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This window depicts the appearance of the Archangel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary, to bring her the message that she is to be the mother of Jesus. Gabriel's name means "God is my Strength," and this angel is mentioned throughout the Bible as
being God's messenger This joyous scene shows Mary kneeling at a kneeler with an open book, surrounded by angels, the cen-
tral one being Gabriel. Mary looks onward humbly, as if she is contemplating the news she has just received.
The Archangel Gabriel is shown with a cross-topped scepter from which a banner is unfurled with the words on it "Ave Maria" (Hail Mary).
Above Mary is a dove with a nimbus or halo, representing the Holy Spirit descending. It was the Holy Spirit who was visited upon Mary.
The pot of lilies blooming in the foreground is traditional in scenes of the Annunciation. These are the Lilium Candidum, also called the Madonna lily, shown gathered in the arms of one of the angels. The lily is a symbol of purity and chastity. Behind her in the shadows grow roses (indicating purity) and palms (signifying triumph and peace), although the palms may actually be meant to be ferns, a symbol of solitary humility, frankness and sincerity.
Mary's dress is blue, representing blessed humanity, and a color often reserved for the Blessed Mother in Christian art. Her white outer robe has an intricate pattern of leaves, possibly acanthus leaves (a symbol of Eden) or grape leaves (symbol of the Eucharistic wine).
Around Mary are angels rejoicing in the moment. Some angeIs play a musical instrument, which represents singing praises to God. The two uppermost angels hold thornless roses, which are a symbol of purity, virginity and sweetness associated with Mary. Mary is often referred to as a "rose without thorns," meaning
that she was born without original sin. Roses supposedly did not have thorns until after the expulsion of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden. Their fragrance reminds us of Paradise; their thorns remind us of our sins.
At the very top of this scene, in the small circular window, an angel looks down from heaven, which is symbolized by the pale blue background.
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Parishioner Tom Lupinacci provides a video introduction to the weekly "Did You Know?"
series on the parish YouTube channel:
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We are members of the one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church. A community of believers rooted in Jesus Christ, united in the mission of helping all grow in holiness. Through reliance on the Holy Spirit we share the truth of the Gospel and encourage encounter with the person of Jesus. |
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36 N. Ellsworth St.
Naperville, IL 60540
SUMMER HOURS (5/31 to 8/12)
Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday 8:30 am to 1 pm
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