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Elmhurst, Illinois

Mary Queen of Heaven Church

Solemnity of Pentecost

May 11, 2008

Mary’s Page

Congratulations to Ginny Hayes, our CCW Woman of the Year! Congratulations, too, to all of our mothers and grandmothers who are being honored by families this weekend as their women of the year!

Everyone knows that both mothers and fathers should be honored more than one day a year. Naming a day in their honor, however, helps us to focus our attention on the ways that they have helped us, taught us, and loved us. Mother’s Day is worth celebrating and I want to wish all of the women of our parish a very happy Mother’s Day. May God continue to bless you and all those whose lives you nurture.

I say this whether or not you have given birth to children, have adopted children, or even if you have never had children but still help to make a difference in the world through your life as a woman. I remember when I celebrated the 20^th anniversary of my mother’s death some years ago. I held a dinner and prayer service for all of the women who had been mothers to me in the years since my mother’s death. This group of women, of different ages and colors, filled every seat at a large dining room table. It was a wonderful evening for me to be able to celebrate with these special women. It was even more wonderful because I was able to introduce them to each other. I honored each one by reading something I had written about how she had impacted my life. It was a real Mother’s Day kind of celebration for all of these women. Some were married, some were divorced, some were single, and some were Sisters in religious life. Some had their own children and some did not, but all were mothers to me.

So, today, I hope that we can remember not only our own mothers but also other women who deserve to be honored. A good Mother’s Day prayer would be to sit down and tell the Lord that you wish to give thanks for all of the women who have made a difference in your life. Have a paper and pen in hand and write down each woman’s name as she comes to your heart, asking God to bless her for her goodness. Let us also make an effort to remember those other mothers who might be forgotten. Pray for women who are elderly or who live alone, for women whose children have died or who live far away, for women who are single parents and sometimes struggle with responsibility and loneliness, for teenage mothers, for grandmothers raising their grandchildren, for women whose children have been taken away, for women who have been taken away from their children and imprisoned. Pray for women who are victims of domestic violence, especially for those who have come to believe that they do not deserve to be honored. Pray for women who are mothers to children in unconventional ways, including foster parents, mentors, and teachers. Pray for women who are mothers to the earth that is home to all of our world’s children; pray for gardeners and for environmental engineers and for women who recycle. Pray that all women will come to know that they are created in the image and likeness of God, that they are called to carry on God’s ongoing work of creation in the world, and that they are beloved daughters of their Creator. Pray in thanksgiving for every woman you know, and for those around the world whom you will never know, particularly for those who suffer in any way, for they are especially close to the heart of God.

On another note, I want to acknowledge that at this weekend’s Masses, we are taking up a special second collection. All parishioners should have received a letter about this special appeal. We want very much to close the fiscal year on a good note. However, we are behind in what we hoped to receive through fundraising efforts of the past year. We are also facing some much needed repairs and improvements, especially involving our walkways and parking lot. If you are able to make an extra contribution to this appeal, I want to thank you on behalf of our entire parish Finance Council. If you would like to make a contribution but did not come prepared to do so this weekend, please feel free to put your donation in an envelope marked “Special Appeal,” and drop it into a Sunday collection basket or send it in to the parish office. Please know how grateful I am for the many people who support the parish financially because our work would not be possible without you. Thank you, too, to the many parishioners who give of themselves by sharing their time and talents with our parish.

On this Sunday of Pentecost, I offer prayers for all. May we always be open to receive the gifts of the Spirit in our lives, so that we may serve our Lord with loving and generous hearts.

Dr. Mary, Pastoral Life Coordinator

Parish News

Project Gabriel Angel training scheduled

Parish Project Gabriel Angels help pregnant teens and pregnant young adults who intend to keep their babies or to put them up for adoption. A 3 person Project Gabriel Angel Team headed by a Lead Angel offers pre- and post- birth friendship, spiritual, emotional, and material guidance.

The angel trainings that are coming up are the following:

Holy Trinity, Westmont

Facilitator: Fr. Dan Hoehn

May 16, 7pm

Holy Family Hall (downstairs)

St. Jude, New Lenox

Facilitator: Mary Perona

May 21, 7pm

Franciscan Hall (bldg by back parking lot)

The teens and young adults are referred to Parish Project Gabriel Angels by the 2 "Woman's Choice Services" Catholic pregnancy centers in our diocese. Questions please call Terri Kevil (630-279-4165).

Rental and Use of Barrett Hall

and Social Hall

The renting and use of Barrett Hall and the Social Hall depends upon the event. Barrett Hall is available for things related to the sacraments or ministries of the church. For example, in Barrett Hall we have had multiple wedding receptions, gatherings after funerals and memorial services, and retreats for religious groups. We do not use Barrett Hall for individual celebrations when many children together receive a sacrament for the first time, although we try to have group receptions there when possible, nor is it used for private parties. The Social Hall (in the school building), as well as classrooms at certain times, are available for rent for private parties or meetings of groups or organizations from outside the parish. We will accommodate what requests we can, at times when adequate staffing is available.

All facility rentals require an application and approval. In addition, there is the necessary purchase of insurance through the Diocese of Joliet.

For more information about the use or rental of Barrett Hall for religious events, please contact the Pastoral Life Coordinator, Mary Foley. For information about the use or rental of the Social Hall or classrooms for a private party or a meeting of an organization outside of the parish, please contact the Parish Office Manager, Sr. Marlene Geimer. Both can be reached at the parish office at (630) 279-5700.

Time for some

Youth Group News

Wings to Heaven

Our Welcome Ice Cream Social

For all 5th-8th grade students

Sunday May 18th

6-8 pm

Barrett Hall

Come and join us and learn from youth group members about why they are part of our group. Hear about the fun things planned for next year.

We hope you will join us

Destiny

May 18th

8:30 am

in school building

All confirmed 8th graders are invited to join us.

Hope you can make it.

Mark Turkula Family Foundation

BENEFIT AND SILENT AUCTION

ILSWA Fundraiser

Mark Turkula, former parishioner and the son of parishioners, Bruno and Lottie Turkula of Mary Queen of Heaven Parish, lost his life in a tragic snowmobile accident this past February. His untimely death has left his family with a great loss and difficult financial burden. The Illinois State Wireless Association, for whom Mark was associated, has formed a committee that graciously asks for your support. This committee will raise funds for Mark’s wife and their two small children’s future living and educational expenses. Please join them at their fundraiser listed below. Information about the fundraiser, silent auction, pictures, and donations can be made at

http://www.ilswa.org

Date: Sunday, May 18, 2008

Place: Itasca Country Club

400 E. Orchard St.

Itasca, Illinois, 60143

Time: 3:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Ticket Price: $25.00 (Children are free)

For further information or to purchase raffle tickets please call: Jim Leahy at 630-430-7464.

MUSIC MINISTRY

If you would like to participate in the Music Ministry, please see Interim Music Director/Pianist Tim Barton or call 847-223-0760.

Christian Education Commission

MARY QUEEN OF HEAVEN OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE Please call the Preschool for information. Become a part of our growing school. Schedule a visit, meet the teacher, come “Light the Way” with us.

The Preschool is accepting Registration for the 2008-2009 school year. We look forward to being able to serve your child and your family. We are offering Open Houses for those interested in visiting our classroom.

Please see our website at www.maryqueenpreschool.org and contact the school office for more information and registration. (630) 833-9500

Preschool tours scheduled upon request.

Religious Education News

Religious Education Registration

We ask that you please take a moment and send in your registration for the 2008-2009 RE year before summer vacation begins. If you did not receive one or know someone who needs one, call us at the RE office. Everyone is urged to return their forms before the end of the school year to insure choice of session time. Kindergarten and Pre School RE space is limited.

Please consider being a catechist.

Each year we lose some of our catechists due to job changes or changes in ministry. This year is no different. Currently it looks like we will need catechists and/or aides in Kindergarten, Gr. 3, and Gr. 4 at Session 1, Gr. 2, 4, and possibly 6 at Session 2, and Gr. 5 and 7 at Session 3. If you think God is calling you to help at any of those grade levels, please call the REO and we will talk more about it. Our children depend on you to pass on our faith.

If you have any questions or need more information, please call Mary Ann Woods at the REO, 832-8962.

Christian Worship Commission

Prayer Requests

To pray for our sick is an important privilege of our parish family. Please call 630-279-5700 to have a name added to our list. A new listing will appear in bold face. When calling the parish office, please leave contact information and your relationship to the person. Names will remain on the prayer list for four weeks. Contact the parish office to renew the individual’s name on our prayer list. We hope that you will pray for these persons every day.

David Francetic

A Vocation View

“There are different gifts, but the same Spirit.” Each of us has been graced with certain gifts of the Spirit. And they are active, if we utilize them for the building up of the Church. Name the way the Lord has gifted you.

Market Day

Orders for May are due Monday, May 19, at noon. Turn in your order form in the box in the back of church or at the rectory. Pickup on Saturday, May 24, from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. in the Social Hall.

If you have questions or would like to place an order, please call Karen at 279-4108 or Beth at 833-5469 or email her at ekujawa121@sbcglobal.net .

Diocesan News

2008 Catholic Ministries

Annual Appeal

Diocese of Joliet

Our Faith helps us to recognize that gratitude is at the heart of generosity. We are all “Rays of Hope & Love” that continue to shine and supply the needs of God’s people with expressions of thanks to God. If you have not made a gift to the Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal, please do so today. Your gift touches many lives.

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

Worldwide Marriage Encounter wishes many blessings on all mothers today. Husbands, give your wife a special gift and register for a weekend away for the two of you. Plan to attend the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend on June 6-8, 2008. Contact Tom and Mary Leonard 630-577-0778. For more information visit our website at: www.mejoliet.org.

mission to Naivasha, Kenya

The Diocese of Joliet is beginning preparations for its next mission to Naivasha, Kenya (August 29th to September 13th, 2008). We are looking for persons with willing hands and loving hearts. For this medical team we will need Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine practitioners, Surgeons in all specialties and anesthesiologists and/or CRNA’s. There is also need for RN’s and APN’s to serve in pediatric, obstetrical, post-op and OR units. We are also seeking a dentist.

For the construction team, we need 5 people to assist repairing homes and doing general handyman types of jobs.

Applications must be submitted by May 15th. You may download an application from our website: www.paxjoliet.org/missions. Then click on “get involved’.

The people of Naivasha are very poor. The population has been devastated by HIV/AIDS. The economic outlook is poor and there are very few opportunities for employment. This is a life changing opportunity to make a difference as Jesus has asked us to do. The face of Christ is visible in the face of every person that our missioners encounter.

Questions? Call Helen Bills @815-834-4017.

Catholic Charities Wants to See You on

The Fairway to Heaven

Mark your calendars and plan to attend Catholic Charities Fairway to Heaven Golf Invitational on Friday, May 16th at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont. Afternoon shot gun start begins at 1:30 p.m. Lunch, beverages, snacks, dinner and special fun attractions at featured holes are provided. Tickets are$275 each after May 2nd. For more information or to register visit www.cc-doj.org or call Sue Kaiser at 815-724-1139. Catholic Charities hopes to see you on the Fairway to Heaven!

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

The 30^th annual Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass for all married couples will be celebrated at the Cathedral on Sunday, August 10 at 2:00 p.m. The Center will contact parish secretaries for the names of couples celebrating their 50^th anniversary this year. All other couples will be invited through bulletin articles at a later date. Please call for more information ((815-838-5334).

YOUTH GROUP

The 4th annual Ignite Your Torch Youth Conference (for high school-age youth) will be held at Bellarmine University in Louisville. Thursday, July 24 to Sunday, July 27, Youth Conference. For further information visit www.igniteyourtorch.org or call (1-800-764-8444).

EASTERN DUPAGE COUNCIL OF

CATHOLIC WOMEN

SPRING INSTITUTE, DINNER AND MEETING

Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Christ the King

1501 S. Main Street, Lombard

Registration 5:15 PM, Dinner 6:00PM

A short business meeting follows and then Nance McKnight will speak to us about “Women as Peacemakers,” Nancy presents workshops and retreats on various topics of faith and spirituality in our diocese and has been involved in ministry for over twenty years. The evening will conclude with Mass at 8:30 PM celebrated by our Eastern DuPage Moderator, Rev. Peter Jarosz. Registration is $10.00 per person. For reservations or more information call Pat Lord at 630-321-1002 or pjlord@juno.com.

Community News

MASS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED

St. Peter the Apostle Church, 524 N. Rush Street, Itasca, will have signing for the hearing impaired the last Sunday of every month at the 11:15AM Mass. If you, or if you know someone who would benefit from this, please encourage them to attend our next signed Mass on Sunday, May 25th. Front seats will be reserved for the hearing impaired and their families. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Cindy DeLuca at 630-773-1272 ext. 201.

MEMORIAL DAY MASS

A Memorial Day Mass will be celebrated:

Monday, May 26th

at 9:00 AM

in the Assumption Cemetery Chapel

Mausoleum 1

Located at 1S510 Winfield Road

Wheaton, IL

A DISCERNMENT TEA AT LORETTA CONVENT IN WHEATON

“Choosing Your Cup of Life: A Discernment Tea” will be offered at Loretto Convent on Saturday, May 24, 2008, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, free of charge, for women ages 20-45 who desire more information about discerning God’s call in daily life. Sister Nancy Kennelly, IBVM, is the featured speaker addressing how we experience discernment throughout our life. Aids for discernment that morning include quiet prayer, journal writing, labyrinth prayer, and mini-spa treatments for the hands—paraffin dips and a hand massage. Lunch is optional for $10. Reservations are appreciated. Please contact Sister Claire Vandborg, IBVM, at 630-868-2904 or CLVand@aol.com

Your dining out and your checking account can help the parish!

Parishioners who dine at the Elmhurst Family Restaurant on Lake Street can help contribute to the parish. Just identify yourselves as being from Mary Queen of Heaven and 10% of your restaurant bill comes back to the parish.

Also, parishioners who open a new checking account with $100 at Standard Bank and Trust in Villa Park will receive $75 from the bank and another $75 will come to the parish. For details, please contact parishioner and banker Karen Biggs at (708) 499-2062, ext. 61115.

Ministry Schedule	Saturday, May 17, 2008 -	Sunday, May 18, 2008
	5:00 PM	8:30 AM	10:30 AM
Presider	Fr. Benet	Fr. Enright	Fr. Benet
Lector	E. Walker	A. and M. Grozik	T. Kowalski
Eucharistic Ministers	Dr. M. Foley D. StaRosa (S) K. Passarelli (C) T. Sabel G. Pstrzoch	Dr. M. Foley T. Nanak (S) K. Vicary (C) D. Styka R. Styka	Dr. M. Foley B. Fazzio (S) K. Gusloff (C) P. Mason T. Kevil J. Spears
Altar Servers	V. Maple J. McDonough M. McDonough	M. Bourke M. Nosek	M. Japczyk S. Lewand

mass intentions for the week

Sunday, May 11, 2008

8:30 AM All Mothers of the Parish

10:30 AM All Mothers of the Parish

Monday, May 12, 2008

8:30 AM People of Myanmar

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

8:30 AM Communion Service

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

8:30 AM People of Myanmar

Thursday, May 15, 2008

8:30 AM Communion Service

Friday, May 16, 2008

8:30 AM People of Myanmar

Saturday, May 17, 2008

8:30 AM Communion Service

5:00 PM + Rosario C. Villamil

Sunday, May 18, 2008

8:30 AM + Albert P. Kabat

10:30 AM + Hazel Woods

+ indicates person is deceased

Gospel Verse

Jesus said to them again, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you." And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained."

- Jn 20:21-23

Readings for the Week of May 11, 2008

Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5/

Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39

Day: Acts 2:1-11/1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13/Jn 20:19-23

Monday: Jas 1:1-11/Mk 8:11-13

Tuesday: Jas 1:12-18/Mk 8:14-21

Wednesday:Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Jn 15:9-17

Thursday: Jas 2:1-9/Mk 8:27-33

Friday: Jas 2:14-24, 26/Mk 8:34-9:1

Saturday: Jas 3:1-10/Mk 9:2-13

Next Sunday: Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9/2 Cor 13:11-13/Jn 3:16-18

Church Support

Collection total for Sunday,

May 4, 2008

amounted to $7738.86

Thank you for your support.

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