Mary's Corner
Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church
426 N. West Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-2171
Parish Office: 630/279-5700
Fax: 630/279-4667
A Vocation View
Unless your family loves you,
nothing else makes sense.
In your family your vocation can grow
in wisdom, age and grace.
Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Embryonic stem cell research is not showing the remarkable
"promise" claimed by supporters, but lags far behind adult stem
cells and other approaches that are providing real treatments for
dozens of conditions. Experts now predict that treatments may
emerge in "decades" or not at all.
Cardinal William H. Keeler,
Letter to Senate regarding H.R. 810,
"Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act,"
July 12, 2006
Bible Study
Facilitators Needed
If you think you are interested in facilitating one of our
groups studying the Book of Exodus this winter, training times
will be tailored to the trainees. The facilitator merely makes
sure that all aspects of the study (prayer, discussion, video)
are completed within the allotted time each week.
If you have any questions please contact Lynn Suwanski at
630-530-2523 or Alex and Marie Grozik at 630-530-0503 or the
Parish Office at 630-279-5700.
Preschool
Open Houses
After months of study by the parish Finance Council, after
multiple surveys of parents by the Preschool Committee, and after
receiving much positive feedback from parents of preschool-aged
children, we are moving forward with plans for beginning
registration for our new preschool, starting in January. Tuition
rates for the 2007-2008 school year will be finalized by the end
of this month. The Preschool Board is in formation, with two
subcommittees already established. The Safety and Environment
Committee will be headed by Terri Kevil and the Preschool Finance
Committee will be headed by Jim Japczyk. Open Houses for the
Mary Queen of Heaven Preschool will be held on:
Sat. Jan. 6 from 9-11 am
Sun. Jan. 7 from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sat. Jan. 13 from 9-11 am
Sun. Jan 14 from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sat. Jan. 20 from 9-11 am
Sun. Jan. 28 from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Please see the insert in today's bulletin and share this
information with your family and friends.
New Year Schedule
Sunday, December 31, 2006
8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
New Year's Masses
New Year's Eve, December 31, 2006
5:00 p.m. Mass
Monday, January 1, 2007
Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
and World Day of Prayer for Peace
9:00 a.m. Mass
Please Note:
There is no RE on Wednesday, January 3.
RE Class sessions will resume at the normal time on Wednesday,
January 10.
Religious Education News
On behalf of all of us in the REO, you are wished a 2007
filled with much peace and joy.
For more info on any of the above, please call Mary
Ann Woods at the REO, 832-8962.
Diocesan News
Rachael's Vineyard Retreat
March 23-25, 2007
Rachel's Vineyard Retreat for post abortive men and women,
is sponsored by the Joliet Diocesan Life Office and will be held
at St. Charles Borromeo Pastoral Center. Confidentiality and
privacy will be strictly observed.
To learn more about a Rachel's Vineyard Retreat or to
register, contact Kay Corcoran at 815-838-7171.
For more information and a list of retreats in other
locations: www.rachelsvineyard.org or call the toll free national
hotline at (1-877-HOPE-4ME).
Catholic Charities
Hosts Parenting Classes
Six consecutive Saturdays
January 27 through March 3
10:00 a.m. until Noon
Are you a stressed out parent who wants to learn effective
discipline, communication and better ways to deal with your
children? Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Joliet is
offering Parenting Classes at Catholic Charities at 203 N. Ottawa
Street in Joliet.
The fee for class is $40 per person, and a reduced fee is
available for those who qualify based on income.
To register, or for more information, call Catholic
Charities toll-free intake line at 1-800-240-7011.
Prayer Requests
To pray for our sick is an important privilege
of our parish family. We hope that you will pray for
these persons every day.
Natalie Baker Pam Bondfide
Heather Brennan Doresa Brugler
Pat Caffarelli Rose Caffarelli
Kathy Calzante Cosmore Ciancio
Dennis Ciancio Paul Cirone
Margaret Conroy Cynthia Catalano Family
Ida Corriedo Trudi Dolato
Baby Dobrowolski Virginia Feret
Cecilia Garstki Modesta Goggins
Mary Hagerty Anna Heffel
Jen Huwalt Tom Huwalt
Michelle Humann Maureen James
Kathy Johnston Irene Kmieciak
Bernadette Kohn Anne Kostas
Tim Kowalski Baby Emma Lynde
Marie Mangano Robert Manion
Dennis McCabe Johanna Mesner
Mary Piszczor Raymond Mitchell
Fred Moss Geri Pstrzoch
Baby Faith Reid Robert Restivo
Agnes Sabel Joaquina Scroppo
Jess Smith Mary Spierowski
Rachael Thompson
Rest in Peace
Kathleen Bryers
If you or a family member would like to be included in our
prayers, please call the rectory at 279-5700. Also, please let
us know when a name should be removed.
Community News
Attention Bulletin Editors and Leaders of
High School / College Youth / Family Youth Groups
Volunteers are Needed !!
The DuPage Continuum of Care, whose members provide services
to individuals and families in need throughout DuPage County will
be conducting it's third area wide survey count of unsheltered
homeless persons the evening of Thursday, January 25, 2007 into
the morning of Friday, January 26, 2007.
The survey is being performed by the Continuum in conjunction
with the requirements set forth by the Department of Housing
(HUD). The purpose of the survey is to gather statistical
information on the unsheltered homeless population. This count
takes place all across the country to help various levels of
government allocate dollars to fund the appropriate agencies that
assist the homeless population throughout the next calendar year.
The survey will be conducted with the assistance of local law
enforcement agencies. Catholic Charities is recruiting and
training volunteers to perform the overnight survey count.
Needed funding for helping the homeless depends on the
accuracy of the count. Please help spread the word and recruit
the volunteers.
A training session will be held at Catholic Charities, in
Lombard, on January 16.
Groups and volunteers should RSVP to Jane Tyshenko, Catholic
Charities, 630-495-8008.
Volunteers Needed
for DuPage Community Clinic
The DuPage Community Clinic is a free medical/dental clinic
serving low-income, DuPage County residents who have no insurance
or governmental assistance with offices in Wheaton and Villa
Park.
Our medical clinic is seeking Nurses, LPNs, CNAs, and EMTs.
Primary care physicians, cardiologist, dermatologists,
endocrinologists, gynecologists, nephrologists, optometrists,
orthopedics, and surgeons are also needed to volunteer at the
clinic or as referral specialty site at your private office.
Dietitians, social workers, certified or experienced medical
translators, data entry, receptionist, and clerical/office
volunteers are needed for our Wheaton office. Our Wheaton dental
clinic also needs dentists and dental hygienists. For more
information call Yessica Cabrera at 630-682-0631.
Get Your Ticket Today!
Woman's Choice Services will hold its First Annual "Choices
for Life" Benefit Banquet at the Abbington Banquet Hall in Glen
Ellyn. The proceeds of this event will enable Woman's Choice
Services to provide hope for those at risk for abortion, help for
those who are pregnant, and healing for those who are suffering
from an abortion.
We are honored to have the Most Reverend J. Peter Sartain,
Bishop of Joliet, as Guest of Honor and Keynote Speaker. The
banquet will begin with cocktail hour and hors d'oeuvres at 6:30
p.m., followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person,
with a discounted rate of $650 for a table of ten.
Woman's Choice Services builds a Culture of Life in three
interconnected ways: providing vital counseling and necessary
connections to women at risk for abortion, supporting pregnant
women in need through the parish-based Project Gabriel program,
and bringing the healing love of Christ and His Church to women
who have suffered the pain of abortion.
Tickets must be purchased by Monday, January 8.
For tickets or for more information, please call Woman's
Choice Services at (630) 261-9564.
Diocesan News
"Choices for Life"
Benefit Banquet
Friday, January 26, 2007
Keynote Address by
Most Rev. J. Peter Sartain
Bishop of Joliet
Brand New Morning Class
Gentle Yoga
Start your New Year Right!!
Recommended for Ages 35 to 75
(however, everyone is welcome)
Increase your flexibility, strength,
and decrease your stress.
Starts Tuesday, January 2, for five mornings
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
5 classes, $20 per person OR
$4 per class
Call Debbie Styka at 941-7224
Please bring a non-slip yoga mat if you have one.
Required: comfortable clothing, socks that can come off
Parish Mission
February 5, 6, and 7, 2007
Mark it on your Calendars!
As part of the Parish 50th anniversary activities, the Adult
Education and Spirituality Committee and the Liturgy Committee
are sponsoring a Parish Mission on Monday, February 5; Tuesday,
February 6; and Wednesday, February 7; at 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in
the Church. The theme of the Mission is "Does my life make a
difference?"
Fr. Richard Fragomeni, an Associate Professor of Liturgy
and Preaching at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, will
be the presenter. Mark your calendars for this not-to-be-missed
pre-Lent experience.
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