10-22-06

St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Parish 1500 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL 60563 e-mail: [email protected] 630 355-8980 (Main Office) Visit us on the internet at www.stapostle.org 630 305-6318 (Religious Education) 630 355-0521 (Facsimilie)

Pastoral Staff — Full Time

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Rev. Joel Fortier – Pastor, [email protected] Rev. Mark Cote – Associate Pastor, [email protected] Rev. Bob Colaresi, O. Carm. – Weekend Assistant Rev. Mr. William Worden, D. Min. – Deacon, ext. 105 Rev. Mr. Chuck Lane – Deacon, ext. 220, [email protected] Rev. Mr. Jim Breen – Deacon, 630-357-4853, [email protected] Rev. Mr. Larry Kearney Deacon, ext. 225, [email protected] Gerry Czerak – Business Manager, ext. 106, [email protected] Corinne Seguin-Dart – Director of Junior High Youth Ministry, ext. 117, [email protected] Patti Dougherty – Director of Religious Education, ext. 109, [email protected] Julie Frazier – Liturgy and Music, ext. 111, [email protected] Robert Frazier – Liturgy and Music, ext. 112, [email protected] Jim Melton – Director of High School Ministry, ext. 123, [email protected] Jan Olah – Director of Pastoral Care, ext. 124 Chari Rosales – Director of Adult Education & RCIA ext. 138, [email protected] Michael Ryder – Director of Outreach, ext. 121, [email protected]

Saturday reconciliation is available after 8:30 a.m. Mass, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., or after the 4:30 p.m. Mass in the Reconciliation Room of the Chapel. Fr. Joel and Fr. Mark are available during the week by appointment. Communal Penance services are held occasionally throughout the year.

Sick and Home Bound Call the Church Office to receive prayer/Eucharist from a priest, deacon or Minister of Care.

Baptism Baptisms are usually celebrated two Sundays each month at a 1:45 p.m. service. On selected dates, Baptisms are celebrated at weekend Masses. Parents are required to attend a two-part awareness and renewal program prior to the Baptism. Call the Church Office a few months in advance to make arrangements.

Matrimony

Audrey Casey, BSN, Parish Nurse volunteer, ext 104, [email protected] Felicia Lawlor, M.S., R.N.,Parish Nurse volunteer, ext 104, [email protected]

A couple planning on being married at St. Thomas should contact the church six months in advance. One year is preferred. Either the bride or groom, or their parents, must be a registered parishioner for at least three months prior to calling to set a date.

Support Staff — Full Time

Religious Education

Nancy Cirmo – Religious Education Assistant, ext. 118, [email protected] Lori Culberson – Liturgical Assistant, ext. 120, [email protected] Kathy Ferguson - Receptionist, ext. 100, [email protected] Diane McQueen – Parish Assistant, ext. 101, [email protected] Anne Schultz – Outreach & Adult Faith Formation Assistant, ext. 113, [email protected] Angela Tuttle – Liturgy Assistant & Communications Coordinator, ext. 110, [email protected]

Call the 305-6318 to register.

Pastoral Care Staff — Part Time

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Any person wanting to learn more about the Catholic Faith, or to join our Catholic community should call the church at 355-8980. Counseling Service Call Samarian Interfaith 357-2456 or Jan Olah, Pastoral Care 355-8980 x 124.

Support Staff — Part Time Pat Berkhout – Evening/Saturday Receptionist, ext. 119, [email protected] Marge Coronado – Evening Receptionist, ext. 119, [email protected] Marilyn DeMeo – Database Coordinator (T/Th), ext. 107, [email protected] Jorge Gonzalez – Custodian Sue Sportiello – Accounts Payable (M/W), ext. 107, [email protected] Ted McKeown - Facility Coordinator, ext. 133, [email protected] Theresa Sheliga – Sacristan Coordinator, ext. 116 Lynne Vehlewald – Librarian, ext. 125, [email protected]

Pastoral Leadership Community Ivan Deatsch Pam Foster Guy Francesconi Julee Gard

Steve Grumbine Dan O’Grady Ray Vogt

Commission Facilitators Worship Parish Life Faith Formation Administration Service Stewardship

Gwen Wells Lorraine Katz Dave Otto Phil Meno

Sunday Nursery Nursery care is available for your child age one (must be walking) to four at the 9 & 10:45 a.m. Mass. For more information call the church office.

Liturgy Schedule Daily (Monday — Friday) Rosary — 8:10 a.m. Mass — 6:30 & 8:30 a.m. (Saturday) Mass — 8:30 a.m.

Weekend Saturday Vigil — 4:30 p.m. Sunday — 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 a.m., & 12:15 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every first Friday of the month 9 a.m. — Noon.

Dear Friends,

Ambition–it can be a very good thing and a very bad thing. In the gospel today we hear about the ambition of the Apostles. They want something of Jesus, and here’s our year’s theme question again: Jesus asks them, “What do you wish me to do for you?” They wanted to sit at his right and left hand when he comes into his “kingdom”, as they saw it. They were ambitious for themselves, and Jesus quickly assures them that they don’t understand anything of his Kingdom. “You do not know what you are asking.” He asks, “Can you drink the cup that I drink or be “Our lesson for baptized with the baptism with which I baptized?” They say, “We can!” They today is that we am really didn’t understand the cost of disciuse our gifts, pleship. They did wind up drinking of the cup and experienced the baptism of Jesus, talents, and they all gave their lives for the Kingdom treasure, for the as martyrs. They came to understand and so service of others.” must we, that we cannot just be ambitious for ourselves, but rather for the Kingdom of God. Jesus took the moment to teach them and us that we cannot use our ambition to lord it over others, to make it “felt.” He says, “It shall not be so among you.” Jesus teaches that our greatness must be expressed in service, “For the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Our lesson for today is that we use our gifts, talents, and treasure, for the service of others. Otherwise we run the risk, like the rich young man from last Sunday’s gospel, of not getting into the Kingdom, much less assuming positions of power in it. That is the great lesson for us. Today we mark our annual Stewardship of Treasure Sunday. We are asked to consider if it’s all about us, if we use our gifts in a proportionate way, as a good steward, serving the needs of others and the Kingdom of God? That is the note and point of having every good thing– using them for the sake of the Kingdom. Tithing I think is a prerequisite, a practical real way, of keeping ambition and its shadow side in perspective, of maintaining our priorities, and living out the teaching of Jesus we hear today. I commend to you our annual Stewardship of Treasure appeal as a way of making and renewing your commitment to follow Jesus into the Kingdom, of being a real disciple, a mature disciple, not immature and ambitious for ourselves as were the Apostles in today’s gospel. We are ambitious for the Kingdom of God–in fact passionate about it! THANK YOU! and God Bless you,

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 22, 2006 Through his suffering, my servant shall justify many. — Isaiah 53:11b

Worship Commission John Angotti at St. Thomas There is a posting on our web site listing all of the dates that John Angotti will be at St. Thomas this coming year. John is not able to be at any masses next weekend, October 29 and 30. The next Sunday that John will be at Masses is November 12 at 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

World Mission Sunday This weekend is designated World Mission Sunday. The funds collected are distributed through the Society for the Propagation of the Faith to assist missionaries and to help spread the gospel in every land. This collection helps Fr. Don Kenny in Ecuador, our friends in Haiti, and many other people throughout the world. For more information about the Church’s missionary efforts see: www.worldmissionscatholicchurch.org

Hispanic Heritage Month and Music As a sign of hospitality towards the increasing number of Spanish speaking people who join us for liturgy, and to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we use more Spanish and English acclamations and songs at liturgy during the month of October. For several years now we have been singing the Honduras Alleluia and the Misa de las Américas which alternate between the two languages. We have also used “Open Wide the Doors / Abre Bien las Puertas” and soon we learn “We Will Be the Light / Seremos la luz” by John Angotti.

Spanish & English Worship Aid A worship aid is available with all the readings and mass parts in both English and Spanish. Copies will be placed on the credenza next to the weekend song sheets during the months of October and November. Call the Liturgy Office if you would like to pick up a copy during the week..

Wedding Workshop Change of Date There has been a change of date for our next Wedding Workshop to help couples prepare the liturgy and select music for their wedding. The next workshop will be Saturday, January 13 and not January 6 as previously announced. Call Diane in the Main Office to sign up for this session.

Altar Servers Your schedules are now available on the St. Thomas website. If you are having trouble accessing it – please contact Lori Culberson 355-8980 x120

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“May love hold you, peace enfold you — may you be held in God’s hands.” All Saints / All Souls Liturgy will be held at St. Thomas at on Thursday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m. Those who have died will be remembered in a special way. You are invited to participate by laying a memento of your loved one on the tables in front of the Altar steps before Mass begins. Memento suggestions include any small item that reminds you of that special person: a Bible, a photo, flower, book, cap, mug, etc. We will have flowers available if you would rather place one of these instead. To have your loved one’s name read at this liturgy during the Prayers of the Faithful, please pick up a form in the General Office and return it to the Liturgy Office by Friday, October 27. The liturgy will be followed by a reception in the Gathering Area. For more information, call Lori Culberson 355-8980, ext. 120.

Pray For Our Parish 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Maker and author of life, with Jesus, in whom we are baptized, you show us the path to wisdom and life. Let us, therefore, be bold to approach you, not seeking privilege but asking mercy. Let us live among one another not seeking to be served but to serve. We ask this though our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. Amen. From: Prayers for Sundays and Seasons, Liturgy Training Publications. www.ltp.org

For the sick… Stella Pekala, mother of Paulette Cathy Edmonds, David & Stephanie Perry, friends of Jennie Sirois Dena Coe, RCIA Candidate Stephania Kozlowska, mother of Elizabeth Wyngowska For the deceased… Joseph Chopp, grandfather of Jackie Greenwald Col. Dirk Douglas Spanton, brother-in-law of Kevin & Sylvia Bauler Carol Hassler, mother of Lisa Grassi

Missionary Prayer God and Father of us all, you sent your Son to carry out your mission of redeeming the world. Today, many still have not heard his message of truth and love. Our world is torn by war and conflict, by poverty and injustice. Let the light of your Gospel of love so shine in the world that it may be transformed into a worthy home for all your children of every race and country. Bless all missionaries throughout the world that their work may bear fruit. Together with them, may we too share in the missionary work of the whole Church that your Kingdom of justice, love and peace may come in all hearts and in all nations. We make our prayer through Christ Our Lord. Amen. From the Camboni Missionaries of the Heart of Jesus. www.camboni.org

Mass Intentions Monday, October 23, 2006 8:30 †Richard Rodriguez, by Martin & Toni Lopez Tuesday, October 24, 2006 8:30 †The Kiefer Family, by Roy Kiefer Wednesday, October 25, 2006 8:30 †Josephine Burns, by The Breen Family Thursday, October 26, 2006 8:30 †Sam Steele, by Kay †Adeline Stramaglia, by Frank & Marianne Friday, October 27, 2006 8:30 †Tim Augustine, by Illinois Toll Workers Saturday, October 28, 2006 4:30 †Ross Burns, by The Breen Family †Gerry Griffin & Helen Coskran, by Elizabeth Griffin Sunday, October 29, 2006 7:30 †Robert Miller, by Mary Miller †Joseph Oboza, by Eleanor & John McNicholas 9:00 For the People of St. Thomas 10:45 †Raymond & Marcella Delan, by The Muhlenfeld Family †Fr. Charles Gemskie, by The McCarthy Family

Today’s Readings

Readings for the Week

First Reading — I will lead the people to brooks of water, on a level road, so that none shall stumble (Jeremiah 31:7-9). Psalm — The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy (Psalm 126). Second Reading — It was not Christ who glorified himself, but rather the one who said to him: You are my son: this day I have begotten you (Hebrews 5:1-6). Gospel — Immediately the blind man received his sight and followed Jesus on the way (Mark 10:46-52).

Mon: Tues: Wed: Thurs: Fri: Sat: Sun:

Eph 2:1-10; Lk 12:13-21 Eph 2:12-22; Lk 12:35-38 Eph 3:2-12; Lk 12:39-48 Eph 3:14-21; Lk 12:49-53 Eph 4:1-6; Lk 12:54-59 Eph 2:19-22; Lk 6:12-16 Jer 31:7-9; Ps 126; Heb 5:1-6; Mk 10:46-52 Page 5 — October 22, 2006

Faith and Spiritual Formation Commission On a Faith Journey? The road doesn't need to be bumpy. We all have questions. And with every step we always seek the infinite truth. Visit Seeking Faith on the parish website where you'll find intriguing articles, useful links and details on current and upcoming opportunities designed to help guide your journey.

Thanks Neighbors! The guests and team of ALPHA extend hearty thanks for the Oktoberfest feast set before them by the Albuquerque, Petersen, O’Rourke and Haraus families, representing one of our parish’s newest ministries – Neighborhood Connections. Vielen Dank! – Thank You!

C.A.R.E. CORNER Where does the Pope get the authority to shepherd the faith lives of 1 billion Catholics? Let’s go back to the beginning of the papacy. Jesus called 12 disciples to follow Him, including Peter. He taught them what He wanted them to know, both through His words and by His actions. They in turn took these teachings and actions into area communities in order to spread the “Good News” they had been given by God. These disciples in turn apprenticed more disciples (students, learners) to do the same. This process was critical for the perpetuation of this faith, especially after Jesus’ death.

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Spirit Moments What amazes you with joy and gratitude? Where do you find God? What touches your heart with love (God)?

Fall Men’s Night November 10! The Fall Men’s Night, sponsored by the Men’s Christian Fellowship Group, is scheduled for Friday evening November 10, 2006 beginning with dinner at 6:30 pm, with a speaker to follow. Our speaker will be David Dial, chief of the Naperville Police Department. Chief Dial has been the Chief of Police since 1990. Plan to attend this very informative Men’s Night.

ST THOMASPrays… PRAISE A Whole Community Worship and Catechetical Event with John Angotti

This Wednesday, Oct 25 7:00—8:15 p.m. in Church Future events are scheduled for: November 8 and December 6. See this bulletin and our web site for more for more details. Page 7 — October 22, 2006

Religious Education First Eucharist Preparation

Trec — High School Ministry

Information regarding preparation for First Eucharist has been mailed to the parents of First Communicants. If you did not receive the registration form and the information concerning the parent enrichment sessions and family prayer services, please call the Religious Education Office immediately at 305-6318. Children in First Grade need to be in the Religious Education Program or attending All Saints Catholic Academy to receive the sacrament in Second Grade. Please call the REO to register your first grader.

What is the celebration all about? Is it an early Halloween Party? Is it the pre-election hysteria? Nope, it’s the joyful beginning of a new series at Sunday Night Mass this week! Are you a person who wants to Change the World…come by our Sunday Night Mass one of the next three weeks. The Quest journey is off to a great start. We meet again tonight at 6:30 at St. Thomas. Don’t forget that on October 29 we meet at St. Raphael’s Church for Quest at 3:30 p.m. for our Sexuality Speaker. Also, Summer Mission Brochures are out. Contact Jim if you want one or go to the website. We’ll start our first fundraiser, selling wreaths, right now. They will be available after Mass on October 29. If you want to continue the Slurpee Mission in Hopkins Park, we are going October 28. Finally, high school hoops begins on November 28. Get your team together and call Jim or check out the website for the registration packet. For all other information, or for the yearly calendar, check out www.trecministries.org. And don’t forget the high school hotline, 712-8732…call Jim anytime. Please pray for all students as we being our ministry season.

First Communion Parent Sessions Parent Enrichment Sessions for 1st Eucharist have been scheduled. These sessions are for adults only and attendance is expected at both sessions for parents who desire to have a child receive their First Communion in the spring of 2007. Session 1, Theology of the Eucharist, will be presented by Fr. Joel Fortier on Saturday morning, October 21 at 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Academy and again on Monday evening, October 23 from 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. in the St. Thomas Ministry Center. Parents may attend either time. Session 2, Preparation for Eucharist in the Home, will be presented by Patti Dougherty on Saturday morning, November 4 at 8:30 – 9:45 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Academy and again Monday evening November 6 at 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. in the St. Thomas Ministry Center. Parents may attend either time.

Attention 4th and 5th Graders Liturgy of the Word for 4th & 5th Graders will be held on October 29. Please come to the Cabin and Senior Center.

Help is Needed at 10:45 Liturgy of the Word with Children There is still a need for an adult to walk the children out of mass and then back in during the 10:45 Liturgy of the Word with Children. Please consider this ministry. You would be on a schedule for every other week and alternate team is available if a substitute is needed. Please call Patti Dougherty at 355-8980 ext. 109 for more information.

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World Youth Day On October 29 Churches throughout the world will be celebrating World Youth Day 2006. It is the 21st annual World Youth Day set aside to honor and highlight the gifts and joys that young people bring to faith communities across the country. It is a time to affirm and say “thank you” to our St. Thomas youth for all the ways they contribute to the life and spirit of our faith community. At all masses that weekend, youth will be blessed and recognized for all their contributions. They will also be receiving a tootsie pop as a token of appreciation.

Improving Your Parenting Skills While your child is attending Religious Education classes, or during morning coffee once a week with your neighbors, would you like to work on your parenting skills and attitudes? To help parents explore their own attitudes, to make choices that include God as our partner and that will be most effective for your own family, we will be using the book, “Ten Bible Characters Every Parent Should Meet” by Diane Overgard and Janice Rubin. Interested parents are invited to contact Patti Dougherty in the Religious Education Office (3056318). Please call by Monday, October 23 so that our groups can begin.

Parenting Series for Parents of Jr High When you were a teenager the world was different. A generation ago parents had the luxury of living in a culture where society, media and parental values all lined up. That has changed. Today both parents and children are faced with new and complex challenges. Parent to Parent, a prevention program, provides a gathering place for parents to share support, encouragement and information with other parents. This is an eight week video/ discussion series designed to help parents guide children safely and productively into adulthood. Come on Mondays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. during Jr. High Religious Education; October 16, 23, 30, November 13, 27, December 4, 11, 18 to Hill Middle School Resource Center. Contact the facilitator, Donna Regan (parishioner).

Gospel Champions: A Catholic Action Adventure PC Video Game Series Hey Kids! And Parents! “Gospel Champions” is now registered to our Religious Education Program and is for St. Thomas families. This game series for Grades K – 8, reinforces Gospel learning and Catholic teachings by recreating Bible stories in fun action/adventure game play. October’s game is “Jesus Blesses Little Children”. Download the game at www.GospelChampions.com/game.asp Open the file named GospelChampionsetup.exe and use our 9 –Digit Access Code when prompted by the installer. You need to contact Patti Dougherty at [email protected] for the code, or get the flyer from the Religious Education Office or call the REO at 305-6318. See our web site for more information: www.stapostle.org

The Junior High Celebrates Fall with… Oct.21 & 22 Jr. High Caramel Apple Fundraiser Only the Jr. High youth can make this happen, so volunteers are what we need. Sign-up sheets are available at R.E. classes and are also posted on the Jr. High office door. Please support the Jr. High after all masses for this important out-reach. Adult helpers are encouraged to sign up as well.

Moving and Grooving with Mother Mary… Liturgical movement has long been a tradition in the Catholic Church . It is a beautiful visual prayer form that youth naturally model and enjoy. On November 9 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the high school and junior high youth, ladies and gentleman, are warmly invited to participate in a liturgical movement workshop which is being directed by Ms. Madonna Phelan from Dominican University. Youth will meet two more times together after this date to compose a movement for the December 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception Mass which is dedicated to Mary, the Mother of God. The evening offers a joyful reflection to the strength and power of Mary. Please contact the Religious Education office to register for the workshop.

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Service Commission Outreach Volunteers Needed for Katrina Task Force Trip St. Thomas Volunteers Pack 210,600 Meals The Feed My Starving Children event was a great success. Available ingredients were depleted to pack 210,600 meals for malnourished children … enough to feed 577 children for one year! The food which was packed will be distributed throughout Haiti. St. Thomas hosted 745 volunteers over the four days, including St. Thomas parishioners as well as members from other churches in the community, Cub Scout dens and Brownie troops. Alexis Black even brought her birthday party to pack food. Everyone had fun! Thank you for the wonderful response. The SPIRIT is with you! The next opportunity to volunteer for Feed My Starving Children will be at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church from Wednesday, November 8 through Saturday November 11.You can call for reservations now 630-961-9220.

Prayer Service and Candlelight Procession In Memory of All Those Who Have Died in Iraq You are invited to join an Interfaith prayer service and walk on All Souls Day, November 2 at 7:00 p.m. The candlelight procession will begin at the Free Speech Pavilion in downtown Naperville (across from the library on Jackson Avenue and continue through downtown Naperville to the First Congregational Church. See the flier in the Gathering Area for more information

Non-Violent Communication Workshop Scheduled Do you resolve differences peacefully? Many of us dream of, and work towards a better world. The transformation we would like to see in society begins within each of us. We are society! Learn Non-violent communication, a radical relational system that can greatly increase our effectiveness in personal and work relationships, as well as in peace and justice efforts. The workshop will be Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at DePaul University, Naperville Campus (150 Warrenville Road) Flyers are available in the Gathering for more information. October 22, 2006 — Page 10

“It has been a year of recovering from the devastation that was Katrina and it will be more years to complete the job. It is our call as members of the St. Thomas family to keep the spirit alive in our brothers and sisters by replenishing and renewing their hope in what lies ahead.” Ed Augustine’s reflection upon his return from St. Thomas – Long Beach.

Continuing with their mission, the St. Thomas Katrina Task Force is planning another trip to Long Beach, Mississippi in November. A final date will be set depending on the availability of volunteers. Tentative dates are November 5 through 11 or November12 through 18. There are a variety of work opportunities, some of a technical nature and others of a support or non – technical nature. There will also be time set aside to renew the St. Thomas-Naperville and St. Thomas Long Beach relationship. If you are able to reach out and help, please contact Mike Ryder at the Outreach Office (3558980 x121) or John Sabo, the trip coordinator (parishioner).

Choose Life Advocates of embryonic stem cell research often use diabetes as an example of a disease that their unethical research will cure some day. California has even set aside taxpayer money to fund this immoral medical approach. How ironic, then, that in California the LaJolla Institute of Allergy and Immunology is set to begin a vaccine-based treatment of Type 1 diabetes in humans before the end of the year. This is yet another example of how medical research is coming up with ethical treatments of devastating diseases at a time when embryonic stem cell research has yet to produce any usable results.

Pastoral Care Parish Nurse Notes: Flu Vaccine Clinic Planned “Flu” season is fast approaching. It is important to note, the flu virus thrives in public areas and the typical work environment. The viruses are spread from person to person through coughing and sneezing. Influenza causes fever, sore throat, chills, cough, headache, and muscle aches. Influenza vaccine can prevent influenza. Influenza viruses change often; therefore, the vaccine is updated every year. Protection develops about two weeks after getting the vaccine and may last up to a year. The best time to get flu vaccine is in October or November. The flu season can peak anywhere from December through March, but most often peaks in February. So getting the vaccine in the Fall, even later, can be beneficial in most years. St. Thomas the Apostle will hold a Parish Flu Vaccine Clinic in association with the Community Nursing Service (cns) on: Saturday, October 28, 2006 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Place: St. Thomas Gym The cost of the flu shot is $25 with a cash or check payment. Community Nursing (cns) will accept and bill Medicare (Part B) insurance for payment, for those who carry Medicare Health Insurance. No other insurances will be billed. If your are unable to attend the Saturday, October 28 Flu Clinic, the Visiting Nurse Association (vna) Flu Clinics are posted on several bulletin boards throughout the Church. Call Audrey or Felicia, 333-8980 X104 with questions or concerns.

Elizabeth Ministry Sunday, November 5 at 3 pm is the Tree of Lights Mass at the St. Charles Pastoral Center in Romeoville. This mass remembers children who have passed away and babies lost in miscarriages and stillbirths. The Diocese is looking for volunteers to help with this mass (greeters, helpers, readers, etc.) Please contact Amy Folliard if you are interested in learning more about Elizabeth Ministry. (parishioner).

STEP Thank You On behalf of All Saints Catholic Academy and the parishes of St. Margaret Mary, St. Elizabeth Seton, Holy Spirit, SS. Peter and Paul, and St. Thomas the Apostle, we would like to thank each of you who participated in, and supported the annual Steps Toward Eliminating Poverty Event On October 8, 2006. Over 400 hundred members of our Naperville parishes walked and prayed in solidarity, to stand up for and restore dignity to our suffering brothers and sisters, across the globe, who are dying from preventable causes of poverty. An even greater number of you who could not be there, showed your love and support by giving generous donations to Catholic Relief Services who make incredible differences in the lives of our vulnerable. It was a joy to see each of you open your heart and be the hands and feet of Jesus, as well as, his voice in speaking up for those who are neglected, rebuked, and forgotten. We also want to extend a special thank you to Sandra Renehan, principal of All Saints Catholic Academy, for hosting the event at her school; Robert Frazier and Van Culberson for providing music and technical support; Rachael Rosales for a spiritual and heart-felt part in the prayer service, and Tom Dart for his motivational witness talk at our masses. Thank you, Jim Melton, for being such a great leader and an inspiration to us all. Thank you, Father Joel, in your divine wisdom and presence, for giving us an outstanding passionate homily on what it means to love our neighbor! We are deeply grateful to all of you who helped us plant God's seeds and made this a very successful event.

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Stewardship Commission

Parish Life Commission

S.A.M. - Single Adult Ministry is a community for all Christian single adults 45 and over. The ministry promotes balance in single life through spiritual, service and social functions. It offers singles an opportunity to celebrate life.

Today we begin a spiritual journey toward better Stewardship. Our Christian faith calls us to put God first in our lives, and our parish offers us an opportunity to put our time, our talent and our treasure to work for the Lord. Please prayerfully consider your commitment and mail in your Stewardship Commitment Card today. Missing your card? A form is provided below for your convenience.

STEWARDSHIP COMMITMENT CARD Knowing we are made in the image and likeness of God and in response to God’s call to share our blessings, our (my) gift to the parish will be $ ___________________ weekly.

Sun, Nov 19 afternoon (tba), Tour Hesed House in Aurora to find out what they're all about followed by dinner at an Italian restaurant. For details contact: Yolanda Battisto .

CURRENT Young Adult Ministry for People in their 20’s and 30’s Looking to meet other young adults…check out our Big Event. It’s the Haunted House trip on October 27. Contact Tom at 334-4204 for information. And if you are a movie-watcher, don’t forget about our Movie Club. Contact Ellen at [email protected] to get on the Movie List. If you want any other information about Current, check out www.currentministry.com!

Stewardship… A Way of Life Last Weekend’s stewardship of financial gifts... Weekly Sunday Offertory (week 16) Envelopes 22,613 Loose 3,845 Automatic Direct Debit Mailed in & stock donations Total for week

$26,458

$0 $2,305 $28,763

*Based on Collection Counters Reports

Name _____________________________________ Street _____________________________________ City/Zip ___________________________________

Fiscal Year (7/1 to 6/30) to date: Weekly Average 7/1/06 to date: Sunday Offertory Goal YTD Goal for Fiscal Year 7/1 to 6/30 Remaining for Fiscal Year

$528,354 $33,022 $544,000 $1,768,000 $1,239,646

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Administration Commission Jobs Ministry Weekly Networking Meeting Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m. (after the 8:30 a.m. Liturgy) Lighthouse Night of Networking Meeting October 26 The April St. Thomas Jobs Ministry “Nite-of Networking” Meeting will be held on Thursday evening October 26, at 7:00 pm at the Church, where employed Job Ministry Volunteer parishioners will share information with Job Seekers about:
Their company and position
How they “landed” their position
Their company website
“How” to approach their company when inquiring about positions
Open positions, if available, within their company
Opportunities in their area of expertise and what the future looks like
Many other topics of interest to assist your efforts to full employment We will “host” 2 rounds of structured networking, starting with assigned tables of cross- functional networking, followed by functional networking. Functional areas include:
Human Resources
Finance/Accounting
Supply Chain/Operations
Project Management
Sales/Marketing
Information Systems We will also be “hosting” a 1 hour session, Networking # 101, starting at 6:00 pm, to assist people recently displaced or new to the job search process. During this session you will be “learning” about: handbills, resumes, business cards, web sites, other resources. We will use this hour to acquaint you all about how to start your job search process. You will join the rest of the group at 7:00 pm in the Gym for the “Nite-of-Networking”. Please bring 30 “Handbills” and business cards to share. Please plan to attend this very informative meeting so that with everyone working together, we can bring meaningful employment to the Job Seekers Contact Jim Breen at [email protected] for more info

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THE WEEK AHEAd Monday, Oct. 23 9:00-12:00 p.m. Gathering Place Café, Gathering Area 4:15—5:15 p.m. Youth Choir Rehearsal, Church 7:00—9:30 p.m. Coed Volleyball, Gym 7:00—9:00 p.m. Opening Up Vatican II, Senior Center 7:00—9:30 p.m. Just Faith, Resource Center 7:15—8:30 P.M. 1st Communion Parent Mtg., Gathering Area 7:15—8:30 p.m. Jr. High Religious Ed. At Hill School 7:30—9:30 p.m. Haiti Twinning, Lighthouse 7:30—9:00 p.m. Turkey & Ham Collection Mtg, Meeting Room 4 7:30—9:00 p.m. Meditation, St. Patrick’s Chapel Tuesday, Oct 24 8:00—8:40 a.m. Wholistic Practices, Gym 9:00am-12:00 p.m. Gathering Place Café, Gathering Area 10:00—11:00 a.m. Care Pantry, Lighthouse 4:30—5:45 p.m. R.E. Classes at Brookdale School 6:30—9:30 p.m. Gathering Place Café, Gathering Area 7:00—9:30 p.m. Adult Basketball, Gym 7:00—9:00 p.m. Men’s Spirituality Group, Rectory Basement 7:30—9:00 p.m. Charismatic Prayer, Meeting Room 2 7:30—9:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal, Church Wednesday, Oct 25 9:00am-12:00 p.m. Gathering Place Café, Gathering Area 9:00—11:30 a.m. Bible Study, Senior Center 4:15—5:30 p.m. Joyful Jammers, Church & Senior Center 6:00—10:00 p.m. ALPHA Course, Lighthouse 7:00—9:00 p.m. Apex, Youth Center 7:00—9:00 p.m. 50 & Holding, Gathering Area 7:00—9:15 p.m. PLC/Staff Retreat, Gym 7:00—8:30 p.m. St. Thomas Praise, Church 7:30—9:15 p.m. Buildings & Grounds/Safety, Meeting Room 4 Thursday, Oct. 26 9:00 am-12:00 p.m. Gathering Place Café, Gathering Area 9:30—11:00 a.m. Catechist Study Group, Meeting Room 4 5:00—7:30 p.m. Band Rehearsal, Church 6:00—7:30 p.m. Trec Rehearsal, Senior Center 6:00—10:00 p.m. Jobs Ministry Network Night, Ministry Center 6:30—9:30 p.m. Gathering Place Café-Gathering Area 7:30—9:30 p.m. Schola Rehearsal, Church Friday, Oct. 27 9:00am-12:00p.m. Gathering Place Café, Gathering Area 4:00—10:00 p.m. ALPHA Retreat, Lighthouse Saturday, Oct. 28 8:00am-4:00 p.m. ALPHA Retreat, Lighthouse 8:00am-12:00 p.m. Flu Shot Clinic, Gym 8:30—11:45 a.m. R.E. at All Saints Academy 9:00—10:30 a.m. Men’s Christian Fellowship, Resource Center 10:00—11:15 a.m. Rainbows, Ministry Center 2:00—4:15 p.m. Library Hours, Library 2:00—5:00 p.m. Asian Ministry, Gym Sunday, Oct. 29 9:00am-12:00p.m. L.O.W. 4th & 5th Grade, Ministry Center 9:00am-12:00 p.m. L.O.W. with Children, Ministry Center 10:00—11:30 a.m. Puppet Practice, Resource Center 12:00--1:00 p.m. Quest Rehearsal, Lighthouse 12:15—3:00 p.m. RCIA, Senior Center 6:00—8:00 p.m. Trec Choir Practice, Church 8:00—9:00 p.m. Trec Mass, Church