september 19, 2021 welcome
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ALL SAINTS CATHEDRAL PARISH NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH
9201 West Higgins Road Chicago, Illinois 60631
Catholic In Faith A People Empowered
September 19, 2021
WELCOME
All Saints Cathedral Parish is a community of the Polish National Catholic Church that welcomes and serves the spiritual needs of all people who wish to follow Christ in the Catholic tradition.
We are blessed by your participation in
our celebration of God’s presence among us and we hope you will
continue to join us as we worship together.
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September 19, 2021
9AM – Holy Mass (English) followed by “Dozynki” celebration
READING I: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20 READING II: James 3:16 – 4:3
GOSPEL: Mark 9:30-37
CITY OF CHICAGO mandates that masks must be worn, regardless of vaccination status, at all indoor settings.
Dożynki (harvest celebration) is considered to be one of Poland’s most revered traditions. For 1,000 years in Poland, the tenant farmers presented the lord and the lady of the manor with gifts and garlands of wheat and wild flowers as part of a joyous fall celebration of the harvest. Throughout Poland’s history much importance was placed on the harvest because it represents the fruits of the farmers’ labors, as well as their ability to sustain themselves throughout the winter months. In gratitude, the “starosta” or lord of the Manor shares food, drink and music with his tenants. Dożynki reminds us today of our inherent connection to the land and to nature itself. Without the land, both in the past and present, there is no bread or life and indeed, no cause for celebration.
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WEEKDAY SCHEDULE
Tuesday, September 21, 7PM – Parish Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 23 at 7:30PM via Zoom – Choir Rehearsal ALL ARE WELCOME! To be added to the choir mailing list (to receive the music and Zoom info), you can contact Lori Scott
Saturday, September 25, Noon – Pray the Holy Rosary
PRAYER FOR THE WEEK Dear God, Sometimes it’s hard to remember that peace can be a choice. Help me choose it by keeping my thoughts on You. Help me get rid of anything in my life that is taking my focus off You and what You’ve called me to do. Amen.
SPOJNIA SUNDAY September 26, 2021
9AM – Holy Mass (English) †All deceased members of the Polish National Union
followed by Semi-Annual Parish Meeting
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PRAYER REQUESTS
PARISHIONERS: Mary Andersen, Mary Scott, Adeline Kozak, Don Pagels, Barbara Heath, Stephen Scott, Harold & Phyllis Collinet, Lorraine Truskolaski
FAMILY & FRIENDS: Emma Freshwater, David Petrosky, Carmen Cordero, Andrew Bear, Karen Ream, Vicky Bergstrom, Tina Tziolas, Donald Andrew, Allison Bertlet, Ann Zalak, Carol Kay, Michael Campanelli, Clark Pagels, Donald Overby, Dorothy Lichthardt, Nan Cramer, Very Rev. Augustin Sicard, Jane Delhaye, Jeannette Strelau, Moira Dobrovolskis, Walter Trujillo, Henry Niedzwiecki, Halina Pilarska, Jameson Justen, Glen Adams, Carol Doherty, Austin Rose
HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS: Michael Kosowski, Dolores Urban, Gene Paprocki, Richard Stark
PRAY FOR ALL OUR TROOPS DEFENDING FREEDOM but especially for: Martin Venegas (USAF), Michael Warren Sobczyk (USAF)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Please mark your calendars for the upcoming events listed below and watch future bulletins for more information
October 2 – 10AM Blessing of Animals October 10 – Solemnity of the Christian Family October 17 – Heritage Sunday November 1 – Solemnity of All Saints November 2 – Commemoration of All Souls November 7 - Daylight Savings Time Ends November 11 – Veterans Day November 21 – Solemnity – Christ the King November 22 – Solemnity – Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary November 25 - Thanksgiving Day November 28 – First Sunday of Advent
SUNDAY SCHOOL will be back in session at the beginning of October and we look forward to seeing all the “kids” again. Watch for more information about registration.
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
• OPENING IN SUNDAY SCHOOL STAFF - There is a need for a Sunday School teacher for this coming school year. If you feel you would like to be part of the team that builds the foundation for the future of All Saints, please contact Margaret Rowinski.
• WELCOME BACK to our St. Cecilia Choir from their summer hiatus. Their music ministry is an important part of our worship.
• SEMI-ANNUAL CONGREGATION MEETING – NEXT SUNDAY after Mass where we will touch base on the activities of our Parish, including a status of how we are doing on our budget and projects. The meeting will be held in the Fellowship Hall and a light meal will be served. We will also be seeking volunteers to serve on the Nominating Committee. This group is responsible for recruiting candidates for the 2022 Parish Committee. Please prayerfully consider serving on the Nominating Committee.
• FELLOWSHIP HOSTS/HOSTESSES are needed for the fall months. If you are able to serve in this capacity for any of the fall Sundays, please look for the sign-up sheet in the church vestibule. Food for thought – team up with a friend.
• THANK YOU to all who gave support to the Austin Rose fundraiser last week by attendance, donations and prayers. God bless you for your compassion.
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
ALL SAINTS CATHEDRAL CEMETERY NEW COLUMBARIUM
Coming Spring 2022
Pre-construction discounts when purchased by December 31, 2021
Four Year Payment Plan Option Available
Credit Card Payments Accepted
Contact Phil Smolka or Jill Lindenmuth 773-380-7131 x 4
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD ITEM OF THE MONTH
SEPTEMBER GAMES
Cards, checkers, puzzles, chess, dominos, jump ropes, small Etch-a-Sketch, nerf balls,
slinky, jacks, yo-yo, small Frisbee, small kite, costume dresses, costume jewelry, small
plastic toys, marbles, plastic tool, cars, trains, hacky sack, tennis balls, foam balls.
“At first we had no idea what (the Etch A Sketch) was.
After having it displayed on a shelf for a couple of months, my sister was dusting and she turned the knobs. When she saw the line going up and down on the screen, she was so
excited.” –Yuliya, Central Asia
PLEASE – NEW ITEMS ONLY Thank you for your continued support!
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Coat Drive for WINGS
September 19th thru October 24th
Coats – Men’s, Women’s, Children’s Other winter wear such as hats, gloves and
scarves also welcome
Must be CLEAN and in GOOD CONDITION
Contact Judie Szydlowski (630-222-0334) if you have any questions.
Established in 1985, WINGS provides a pathway to independence for people
whose lives have been disrupted by domestic
violence.
24-Hour Hotline 847-221-5680
www.wingsprogram.com
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
EDUCATION AND YOUTH COMMISSION Polish National Union of America Fraternal and Benefit Society
1006 Pittston Avenue Scranton, PA 18505 website: www.pnu.org Email address: [email protected] Summer 2021
Dear Friends: As we approach summer it is that time for our annual PNU Education and Youth Commission appeal for your prayerful support of our stipend program. This annual program of our commission benefits our PNU college students who meet the requirements. Although we are coming to the end of the Covid 19 pandemic, we decided in place of our annual raffle we are again issuing an appeal letter for donations to help support this important fraternal effort. The three great cardinal virtues are faith, hope and love. Charity as an act of genuine heart-felt love is so closely related that it is sometimes employed in the sense of love and is regarded as one of the three great virtues. Charity in its various implications and forms of action must hold a high place in the life of every Christian. The members of the Education and Youth Commission of the Polish National Union of America ask you to prayerfully consider giving a gift that will be used, appreciated and always remembered by our younger members going to college or schools of higher learning. Over the past years, thousands of deserving students have received stipends from our Commission. For the 2020-2021 school year 25 students received stipends. On behalf of these grateful recipients, we thank you for taking to heart the words: “And now faith, hope, and charity abide, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.” 1 Corinthians 13:13 Please make your charitable donation to the PNU Education and Youth Commission and send it to the above address. May God bless you; your family and we again thank you for your prayerful consideration of this appeal.
Fraternally Yours in Christ, Mary Ann Stankowski, Chairperson Most Rev. Anthony Mikovsky, Prime Bishop of the PNCC Martin Wachna Jr., Chief Executive Officer of the PNU Very Rev. Robert Nemkovich Jr., Vice-Chairperson Carol Mikovsky, Secretary
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
PNU District Six Family Night Chicago Wolves Hockey Game
Saturday, October 16, 2021 @ 7PM
Come join us for an action-packed, opening season hockey game with the Chicago
Wolves vs Rockford Icehogs!
Only 40 Tickets Available Center Ice Section
Order Your Tickets Today!
Contact Christine Wachna by September 26 with your reservation and make
arrangements for payment: 847-927-9534 or [email protected] Game
Ticket Pricing 40 Tickets Available Adult (17 & up) …………$30 each
Youth PNU Member (16 & under) .. Free Youth Non-member (16 & under) ..$30 each Parking fee is $15/car at the Allstate Arena.
Family Night Schedule
6PM Allstate Arena Doors Open 7PM Chicago Wolves vs. Rockford Icehogs
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PARISH ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES 10:30 AM Every Sunday (September through May) Superintendent: Margaret Rowinski (630-307-2990)
YOUTH ASSOCIATION (Age 8 and up are welcome) Next Meeting: TBA Advisors: Doug Scott, Jennifer Gradowski, Katy Scott
MISSION & EVANGELISM COMMITTEE Next Meeting: TBA Chairman: Father David Rowinski (773-875-1438) CEMETERY TRUSTEES Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 12, 7PM Chairman: Phillip Smolka (773-380-7131)
PARISH COMMITTEE Next Meeting: Tuesday, September 21, 7PM Chairman: Gary Kurzynski (630-924-7504)
PARENT–TEACHER ORGANIZATION Next Meeting: Sunday, September 19, 10:30AM President: Doug Scott (312-623-6825) Childcare is provided during PTO Meetings.
WOMEN’S SOCIETY Next Meeting: TBA President: Barbara Bratkowski (224-558-9846) POLISH NATIONAL UNION OF AMERICA Next Meeting – Quarterly Meeting, August 19 DIST. 6 - Director: Christine Wachna (630-350-1787) BR. #37 - President: Robert Maycan (847-318-7975) Interim Branch Sec: Rev. David Rowinski (773-875-1438)
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PARISH /CEMETERY OFFICE: 9201 W. Higgins Road, Chicago IL 60631 773-380-7131 Pastor: Rt. Rev. Jaroslaw Rafalko 309-854-3251 [email protected] Assistant Pastor: Rev. David Rowinski 773-875-1438 [email protected] Chairman: Gary Kurzynski [email protected] Cemetery Trustees Chairman: Phil Smolka 630-669-9956 Treasurer: Barbara Bratkowski Financial Secretary: Jean Kurzynski [email protected] Assistant Financial Secretary: Christine Turner Bulletin: Lorraine Kay [email protected] 847-839-3465 Website: Judie Szydlowski [email protected] 630-222-0334 Parish Organist/Choir Director: Christopher Waz Cemetery Secretary: Jill Lindenmuth [email protected]
Cemetery Visiting Hours: 8:00AM – 5:00PM Spring & Summer Decorations: April 1 – September 30 Fall & Winter Decorations: November 1 – February 28 SUNDAY MASS: 9AM (English) 11AM (Polish) DAILY MASSES as announced in the weekly bulletin. HOLY DAY MASSES as announced in weekly bulletin. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM arrangements should be made with the Pastor as soon as possible or at least 30 days prior to the ceremony. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY arrangements should be made at least six months in advance. Contact the Pastor before setting a date or making final plans. EMERGENCIES, SICKNESS AND DEATH should be reported to Bishop Jerry immediately.
PARISH INFORMATION
September 19, 2021
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OPENING HYMN: (Please stand)
“We Gather Together”
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CONFITEOR (Please kneel)
Almighty Father, You know my deepest secrets. I confess that
I have, through my own fault, sinned against Your holy laws
striking the breast, and continuing
in my thoughts, in my words and in what I have done or failed
to do. I sincerely regret my sins and I am truly sorry for
offending You. I ask, Father, that in Your mercy You pardon
my sins. I promise to change my way of living so that through
a deeper holiness I may better serve You throughout the rest of
my life. I ask the Blessed Virgin Mary, all the saints and you,
my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.
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ENTRANCE HYMN: (Please be seated) “All Creatures Of Our God And King”
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ENTRANCE VERSE (Please be seated)
V. Yet I, like a trusting lamb led to slaughter, had not realized that they were hatching plots against me.
R. But You, O Lord of hosts, O just Judge, searcher of mind and heart, let me witness the vengeance You take on them, for to You I have entrusted my cause!
V. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
R. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
C: Lord have mercy. R: Lord have mercy.
C: Christ have mercy. R: Christ have mercy.
C: Lord have mercy. R: Lord have mercy.
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GLORY (Please stand)
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READING I: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20 (Please be seated)
A reading from the Book of Wisdom:
The wicked say: Let us beset the just one, because he is obnoxious to us; he sets himself against our doings, reproaches us for transgressions of the law and charges us with violations of our training. Let us see whether his words be true; let us find out what will happen to him. For if the just one be the son of God, God will defend him and deliver him from the hand of his foes. With revilement and torture let us put the just one to the test that we may have proof of his gentleness and try his patience. Let us condemn him to a shameful death; for according to his own words, God will take care of him.
L: This is the Word of the Lord. R: Thanks be to God.
RESONSPORIAL PSALM:
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READING II: James 3:16 – 4:3I (Please be seated)
A reading from the Letter from James:
Beloved: Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every foul practice. But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, without inconstancy or insincerity. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for those who cultivate peace. Where do the wars and where do the conflicts among you come from? Is it not from your passions that make war within your members? You covet but do not possess. You kill and envy, but you cannot obtain; you fight and wage war. You do not possess because you do not ask. You ask but do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.
Lector: This is the word of the Lord. Response: Thanks be to God.
ALLELUIA (Please stand)
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GOSPEL: Mark 9:30-37 (Remain standing)
Celebrant: The Lord be with you. Response: And also with you.
Celebrant: A reading from the Holy + Gospel according to Mark: Response: Glory be to You Lord.
Jesus and his disciples left from there and began a journey through Galilee, but he did not wish anyone to know about it. He was teaching his disciples and telling them, “The Son of Man is to be handed over to men and they will kill him, and three days after his death the Son of Man will rise.” But they did not understand the saying, and they were afraid to question him. They came to Capernaum and, once inside the house, he began to ask them, “What were you arguing about on the way?” But they remained silent. They had been discussing among themselves on the way who was the greatest. Then he sat down, called the Twelve, and said to them, “If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.” Taking a child, he placed it in their midst, and putting his arms around it, he said to them, “Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me; and whoever receives me, receives not me but the One who sent me.”
Celebrant: This is the Gospel of the Lord. Response: Praise be to You, Lord Jesus Christ.
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HYMN TO THE HOLY SPIRIT (Please kneel)
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PROFESSION OF FAITH (Nicene Creed) (Please stand)
I believe in One God, the Father, the Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
I believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten not made, of one being with the Father.
Through Him all things were made. For us and for our salvation He came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born of the Virgin Mary
here genuflect
AND BECAME MAN.
For our sake He was crucified under Pontius Pilate; He suffered death and was buried.
On the third day He rose again in fulfillment of the Scriptures; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and His kingdom will have no end.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and giver of life who proceeds from the Father. With the Father and the Son, He is worshipped and glorified. He has spoken through the prophets.
I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic church. I acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. I look for the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.
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GENERAL INTERCESSIONS (Please stand) The Celebrant introduces the intercessions:
C: The Lord is close to all who call, so we ask for help in our needs:
Then the Lector begins by saying:
L: For all who follow the Christian way, that they may learn to rejoice in God’s boundless generosity. (Pause for silent prayer) R: Lord, hear us. L: For this community, that all may feel welcome here, newcomers and longtime worshippers alike. (Pause for silent prayer) R: Lord, hear us. L: For workers and those who employ others, that industrial peace may result from the rights of all being respected. (Pause for silent prayer) R: Lord, hear us. L: For those who cannot find work, that their needs may not be forgotten. (Pause for silent prayer) R: Lord, hear us. L: For all the sick, particularly those coming to the end of their earthly life, that they may experience comfort on the journey to their Father’s house. (Pause for silent prayer) R: Lord, hear us. L: For those who gone before us in faith, especially all deceased members of the Polish National Union, that the Lord’s generosity may assure them of a place in the kingdom. (Pause for silent prayer) R: Lord, hear us.
The Celebrant will now offer the concluding prayer.
C: God of kindness and compassion, you are close to all who call upon you: hear the prayers we make to you, through Christ our Lord. R: Amen.
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OFFERTORY HYMN: (Please be seated) “Give Me Ears To Listen”
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HOLY, HOLY, HOLY (Please stand)
AMEN
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OUR FATHER (Please stand)
CONCLUDING ACCLAMATION
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LAMB OF GOD (Please stand)
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COMMUNION HYMN: “Now We Remain” . . . Solo, Gary Kurzynski
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POST COMMUNION HYMN: (Please be seated) “At Thy Door”
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CLOSING HYMN: (Please stand) “Glory And Praise To Our God”