The Catholic Faith Community of

St. Daniel the Prophet

“All are welcome in this place.”

St. Daniel the Prophet Catholic Church 5300 South Natoma Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60638

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time August 2, 2020

Richard Belair, Eson M., Vincent Roe, Jorge Ortiz, Steven Kaiser, Josephine Ogiela, Wladyslawa Choragwicki, Mary Mrugala, Maryln Homan, Rich and Denise Jandura, Nancy Sobczak, Marilyn Roventini, Rachel Dusek, Nancy Malek, Terri Rendon, Rosemary

and Bob Kliver, Jules Chevigny, Diane Cantore, Joey and Leonard, Chudzik, Sam Kuchta, Rosemarie Zydowicz, Gloria Gregoric, Baby Michael Wawrzyniak, John Arenz

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Saturday, August 1 5:00 †Fr. John Cassidy, †Kent Abel, †Mary Kemp-Clarke,

†Alice and Jerry Smoot, †Fr. Lawrence Malcolm, †George Hanna, †Richard Sullivan, †Nick Zabrinas

Sunday, August 2 6:30 Parishioners 7:30 †Kosmowski, †Chrzanowski, †Baginski, †Michalik,

†Kukulski & †Glod Families 9:00 †Herminio Perez, †Joe Sepulveda, †Don Rudnik,

†Jesus Perez, 10:15 †Leonard Musich, †Deacon Al Malec, †Robert Molaro,

†Ludwik Lesnicki, †Patrick Kaiser, †Antonia Kociper, †Pat Blevins

11:45 †Frank Poch, †James Rottro, †Francisco Bravo

1:00 †Jan and Janina Kudelka, †Adolf, Leontyna, Pawel, Anna & Franciszek Olszewski, †Czeslawa and Mariana Swiecki, †Stanislawa, Bronislawa, and Jozef Fiedorczuk

6:00 †Fr. William Wozny Monday, August 3 7:30 †Anna and Thomas Keim Tuesday, August 4 7:30 †John Tkachuk, †Stanley, Eleanor and Ronald Lubert,

†Audrey Gasparas, †Matthew Dusek, Jim and Mary Ardovitch (58th Wedding Anniversary - Health and Blessings)

Wednesday, August 5 7:30 †Irene Michniewicz 6:00 †Fr. Peter Gacki Thursday, August 6 7:30 †Lillian Noga, †Marilyn Bodencak, †Deacon Al Malec Friday, August 7 7:30 Purgatorial Society Saturday, August 8 7:30 †James McKinley

Pray for those who have died:

Stephanie Sodoro

Pray for the Sick of our Parish

Society of St. Vincent de Paul St. Daniel the Prophet Conference

In the Gospel, Jesus says: “There is no need for them to go away; give them some food yourselves,” and taking the five loafs and two fish, he blest them and gave them to the disciples to feed the crowd. Know that your gift to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to help those living in poverty touches

many lives just like the loaves and fishes. If you or someone you know is having a hard time financially and could use some help, we might be able to assist you/them. Please call us at 312-608-6517.

The Tabernacle Candle is lit this week in loving memory of †Daniel Choragwicki

August 8 5:00 Fr. Richie Mercado August 9 6:30 Fr. Rafal Stecz 7:30 Fr. Piotr Samborski 9:00 Fr. Richie Mercado 10:15 Fr. Richie Mercado 11:45 Fr. Joseph Stobba 1:00 Fr. Piotr Samborski 6:00 Fr. Joseph Stobba

Presiders

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Recent Donations

In every parish there are certain books, liturgical vessels, garments, and other objects that are essential. For example, it is hard to imagine Mass without a chalice, ciborium or candles. There are many other objects that are not essential per se but they can be really helpful. Since I was ordained in 2013, I used a book stand for the Roman Missal. I am 6’01 tall, so a book stand helps me a lot because the Missal on a book stand is higher than on the altar. Besides, English is not my first language, so I realized it is much better to read a text when the Missal in on a book stand than lying flat on the

altar. I shared that with a several people when I came to St. Daniel. One day, I entered the sacristy and I found a beautiful, brand new, bronze book stand. I have to admit, I have no idea who bought that stand but whoever you are, dear anonymous donor, please know that your generous donation is greatly appreciated by Fr. Peter and myself. Moreover, one wonderful and very devoted couple, do-nated to our parish a brand new Roman Missal. The old one is literally falling apart. We will bless both the new Roman Missal and the book stand on Saturday, August 15th at 5:00 PM Mass. On behalf of the parish I thank you for your generosity!

Bilingual Mass

I would like to invite you for a bilingual Vigil Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This year the solemnity is not a holy day of obligation. However, if you want to attend the Mass in honor of the BVM, there are three Masses to choose from. First, bilingual Vigil Mass, on August 14th at 7:00 PM, second on August 15th at 7:30 AM in English, and on August 15th at Noon in Polish. Please do not forget to register earlier.

Parish Maintenance Update

This past week we got a few things done. Our clogged gutter on top of the sacristy roof was thoroughly cleaned and now is ready to take all the rain from the sky. Also, this past week we experienced problems with one of our AC units on the roof of the rectory. This is a second time it stopped working since I got here. We had to call for a specialist again who changed a motor and the thermostat. Now the AC unit works but I found out that it is 22 years old. The specialist said that normal life spam for these unites is somewhere between 17 and 20 years. We are past that time already and we will try to fix it until it cannot be fixed anymore. I hope this AC Unit will still serve us but I am aware that one day we need to replace it. Maybe I should get a clay piggy bank and start saving now God bless you all!

Fr. Rafal

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Catholics and many other Christians celebrate the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This significant feast day recalls the spiritual and physical departure of the mother of Jesus Christ from the earth, when both her soul and her body were taken into the presence of God. Because the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary falls on a Saturday, August 15th, it is not considered a Holy Day of Obligation. However it will be celebrated on Thursday, August 14th at a bilingual Vigil Mass at 7:00 PM on Friday, August 15th at 7:30 AM in English and at Noon in Polish. You will need to register for the 7PM and Noon masses on our website, stdan.net.

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Health Quest - Evaluate Your First Aid Kit. Many minor injuries can be treated by oneself, if the right materials are available. This is a good time to purchase a first aid kit, add to one you already have, or even make one yourself. Store in a convenient place, away from small children, and maintain its contents up-to-date. Keep one in the car as well. Suggested items include: • Various bandages, gauzes and adhesive tapes • Antiseptic wipes • Instant cold compress • Flashlight and batteries • Emergency phone numbers, including health

care providers Do you know the location of a first aid kit at your place of employment? Are its contents up-to-date? For a complete list of items, go to www.redcross.org. Your Parish Nurses

THE CALL TO PRAYER Let us pause to take time out for a few minutes of prayer. The Lord be with you. And with your spirit. A reading from the holy Gospel according to: Matthew When Jesus heard of the death of John the Baptist, he withdrew in a boat to a deserted place by himself. The crowds heard of this and followed him on foot from their towns. When he disembarked and saw the vast crowd, his heart was moved with pity for them, and he cured their sick. When it was evening, the disciples approached him and said, “This is a deserted place and it is already late; dismiss the crowds so that they can go to the villages and buy food for themselves.” Jesus said to them, “There is no need for them to go away; give them some food yourselves.” But they said to him, “Five loafs and two fish are all we have here.” Then he said, “Bring them here to me,” and he ordered the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, he said the blessing, broke the loaves, and gave them to the disciples, who in turn gave them to the crowds. They all ate and were satisfied, and they picked up the fragments left over—twelve wicker baskets full. Those who ate were about five thousand men, not counting women and children. Reflection Question: Many times in the gospels we hear of Jesus going off to a “deserted place by himself” in order to pray. Where do you find solace and quiet to pray? Group Discussion or Meditation: Say the Our Father Concluding Prayer: Draw near to your servants, O Lord, and answer their prayers with unceasing kindness, that, for those who glory in you as their Creator and guide, you may restore what you have created and keep safe what you have restored. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION Registration for Religious Education Classes for 2020-21 is now in progress for children in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. Consistent class attendance is necessary for the proper education and the formation of your child. Registration Forms can be picked up and dropped off at the rectory. Sacramental Preparation: Students customarily prepare for and celebrate First Reconciliation and First Communion in the Second Grade. Older students prepare to celebrate these Sacraments in a separate program. First Communion and Reconciliation require two consecutive years of preparation. Our Confirmation preparation program is a Two-Year Program starting in the Seventh Grade. Candidates celebrate Confirmation in Eighth Grade. All classes will held on Tuesday Evenings from 6:30 PM until 8:00 PM. First Day of Class – September 15, 2020 Questions: Please call Deacon Adam at 708-275-3491 or email DeaconAdam@comcast.net. Volunteers: The Religious Education Program is in need of volunteers to assist as Teachers, Aides, Substitute Teachers and Office Help, High-School Students are welcome.

The Rectory is open Monday thru Friday from 9:00 AM until Noon and from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM. The Rectory will be closed from 12 - 1 PM.

The class of 1970’s 50 year reunion has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 22, 2021. It will be held at the Mayor’s Mansion at 6:30 pm. Please save the date. We will also celebrate together at the 5:00 PM mass before going over to the Mayor’s Mansion.

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NOWE GODZINY BIURA PA-RAFIALNEGO!!!

Biuro parafialne zmieniło swoje godziny pracy i wy-

glądaja one następująco:

Od poniedziałku do piątku 9:00AM-12:00PM 1:00PM-4:00PM

Od 12:00PM do 1:00PM biuro nieczynne

Nie mamy polskiej sekretarki także o kontakt w języ-ku polskim prosimy prosić o ks. Rafała albo ks. Piotra.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Święto Wniebowzięcia NMP

W tym roku Święto Wniebowzięcia Matki Bożej przypada na sobotę. Konferencja Episkopatu Stanów Zjednoczonych przypisała temu świętu jako status nieobowiązkowego uczestnictwa we Mszy Świętej. Porządek Mszy Świętej naszym kościele: Piątek 14 sierpnia 7PM Dwujęzyczna (PL-ANG) Sobota 15 sierpnia 12PM Polska

Wy dajcie im jeść Jest rzeczą zadziwiającą, jak wiele mogą zrobić zwykli, prości ludzie, którzy mają otwarte serca i nie wahają się podzielić z inny-mi, nawet gdy niewiele posiadają. Nie brakuje też doraźnej pomo-cy, gdy w kraju nastanie powódź lub kataklizm na innym konty-nencie. Spontanicznie, bez wielkich zachęt ludzie wkładają do puszek i koszyków mniejsze i większe sumy pieniędzy. I to nawet wtedy, gdy prawie każdy czuje, że dzieje się to jakby za często.

Ale jak tu powie-dzieć „nie”? Czy można odmówić pomocy, odprawić z kwitkiem potrzebu-jącego. Czy można spokojnie siadać do stołu, gdy inni nie mają co jeść lub kłaść się do łóżka, gdy ktoś inny nie ma dachu nad gło-wą? Pewnie nie da się rozwiązać

wszystkich problemów, które trapią świat. Ale każdy z nas może mieć swój udział w tym nieustannym polepszaniu ludzkiej doli. Odpowiedź, którą Jezus daje apostołom, gdy chcą odprawić tłumy, jest zadziwiająca. Bo jak na tym pustkowiu, daleko od mia-sta, nakarmić tłumy ludzi? Jak dać jeść kilku tysiącom mężczyzn i kobiet, gdy w zanadrzu są tylko dwie ryby i pięć chlebów? A jed-nak! Tam, gdzie jest miłość - wszystko jest możliwe. Wiele razy słyszeliśmy o międzynarodowych konferencjach, które miały pomóc w rozwiązaniu problemów najbiedniejszych krajów świata. W praktyce problemy te pozostają wciąż w rękach Kościo-łów i różnorakich organizacji, które zamiast organizować konfe-rencje i rozmowy, po prostu pracują wśród najbardziej potrzebują-cych i pukają do drzwi tych, którzy mogą udzielić wsparcia. Pan Jezus powiedział do apostołów: „Wy dajcie im jeść". Dziś te same słowa mówi do nas. To nic, że mamy tylko pięć chlebów i dwie ryby. Gdy zechcemy się nimi podzielić, wystarczy dla wszystkich.

Módlmy się o pokój na świecie Dzisiejsza sytuacja w USA i w naszym miescie powoli zaczyna wychodzic spod kontroli. Jako wierzący, naszym priorytetem jest szerzenie Bożej miłości i pokoju. Obrazek poniżej przedsta-wia mural, który wita wjeżdzających turystów do Betlejem. Jest to gorzka prawda jaka panuje na tamtych terenach. Niestety oglądając wiadomości i to z naszego miasta Chicago, możemy niestety też odnieść wrażenie, że ten mural może opisać nasze miasto. Otoczmy opieką szczególnie wszystkich stróżów prawa, którzy narażają codziennie swoje życie, abyśmy żyli w pokoju.

Święty Michale Ar-chaniele—Módl się za nami!!!

Parish Staff Pastor: Rev. Rafal Stecz Associate Pastor: Rev. Piotr Samborski Deacon Rudolf Hess (Patricia) Deacon Adam Danielewicz ( Annette) Deacon Robert Montelongo (Lili) Business Manager: Nancy Mueller Parish Secretary: Alice Dusek Receptionist: Barbara Selucky Director of Music: Debbie Creamer Religious Ed Director: Deacon Adam Danielewicz School Principal: Cynthia Zabilka

Business Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - Noon & 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Closed Between Noon and 1:00 PM Phone Numbers Rectory: 1.773.586.1223 Fax: 1.773.586.1238 Email: bulletineditor@stdan.net Website: www.stdan.net Religious Ed: 1.708.275-3491 or DeaconAdam@comcast.net School: 1.773.586.1225 Fax: 1.773.586.1232 Polish School: 1.773.582.9463 Weekend Masses Saturday: 5:00 PM; Sunday: 6:30 AM, 7:30 AM (Polish), 9:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 11:45 AM, 1:00 PM (Polish), 6:00 PM Weekday Masses 7:30 AM Holy Days 7:00 PM (Vigil); 7:30 AM, 11:00 AM (Polish), 5:30 PM (Polish), 7:00 PM Adoration Chapel Closed until further notice due to Covid-19 Rosary/Benediction Monday: 7:00 PM in church Baptisms Arrangements for baptisms and baptismal preparation can be made by calling the rectory. Baptismal preparation is held the second Thursday of every month at 7:30 PM in the Kelly Parish Center. Baptisms are held in English every second & fourth Sunday at 2:30 PM and in Polish every first Sunday at 2:00 PM. Reconciliation Saturday: 4:00-4:45 PM Marriage Arrangements are to be made through one of the priests at least six months prior to your wedding date. Pre-Cana is a Marriage Preparation Programs required at our parish. Homebound Call the rectory for sacraments of Anointing, Reconciliation, Communion.

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7/26/20 Collection: $6,662.00 Goal: $15,000.00 Difference: -$8,338.00

Our Stewardship Collection

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Daniel the Prophet #912010

0 Natoma AveChicago, IL 60638

PHONE 773-586-1223

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