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St. Joseph Catholic Church—Libertyville, Illinoiswww.stjoseph-libertyville.org
November 8, 202032nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Carpenter
Our Vision Through our Baptism
and Eucharist, we are called to love as
Christ loves and serve as Christ serves.
Our MissionIn Jesus Christ, we will grow
and flourish through• Engaging, welcoming and
building community• Lifelong faith formation
• Social justice and service to others in need
• Engaging and understand-ing the energy and interests
of our youth• Prayer and worship that deepens our spiritual life
• Accountability in using our resources wisely
so that we may live life abundantly!
Saints ShowcaseConfirmation candidates shared their cho-sen names and stories at the Saints Show-case last Sunday on the Feast of All Saints. They spoke about the lives of the saints, who challenge them to think about who they are and who they want to become. Interested in seeing some of the posters? Visit www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/
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November 7-8 Sunday Masses in Church–5:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m., 10:45 and 5:00 p.m. Sunday–
Each Mass is open to 182 pre-registered people. https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/reopeningweekend_2020
Drive-in 7:15 Mass & 10:45 Family Masshttps://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/driveinmass_2021
No one may attend the above Masses without registration. Registration will open each Wednesday for the following
Sunday Masses. This week, online registration for November 7-8 Masses opens on Wednesday, November 4 at 9:00 a.m. and the
deadline is Saturday at 4:00 p.m. Register at links above.If you are unable to register online, you may phone 847-362-2073
from Wednesday, November 4 to Friday, November 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone registration is closed Saturday.
6:30 & 8:30 a.m. Daily Mass in Church No one may attend the daily 6:30 or 8:30 Mass without registra-tion. Each Wednesday, registration opens for the following week’s daily Masses and continues Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You may register for more than one daily Mass at a time. 6:30 Mass: https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/630weekday_20208:30 Mass: https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/weekday_2020If you are unable to register online, you may phone 847-362-2073 only on Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Only the Maple Avenue doors will be open for daily Mass.
Funeral MassesPlease go to https://stjoseph-libertyville.org/funeral to see a listing of scheduled Funeral Masses. You must register to attend. If you are unable to register online, you may phone 847-362-2073 Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Private Prayer HoursThe church is open for private prayer from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Monday to Friday.
Eucharistic AdorationEucharistic Adoration is livestreamed on Thursday afternoons at 3:00 p.m., hosted by the Vocations Ministry. Join in at: www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live.
Livestreaming Continues www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live• Sunday Mass at 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday• Daily Mass Monday-Saturday at 8:30 a.m.• Eucharistic Adoration on Thursdays at 3:00 p.m.
Worship AidsIf you have registered to attend Mass, please download/print a PDF of the worship aid at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live and take it with you after Mass. For livestreamed liturgies, follow along in the online worship aid or print yourself a copy.
Registration for Drive-In Masses and In-Church Masses
Options to GiveAre you wondering how you can support St. Joseph Catholic Church during this time of uncertainty? We need
your help, now more than ever, as the coronavirus is impacting our collections. Here are three easy ways for you to give and continue to support St. Joseph Catholic Church: Text To Give Text To Give can be done right from your phone. Simply Text “Joseph” to 73256 and enter your week-ly or monthly gift amount; or give a little extra this time.Give Online You can give online through our website. Visit www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/give.Mail or Drop Off Mail or drop off your donation in the mail slot at the parish office: 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048.Thank you! This is a challenging time for all of us and we thank you for your continued support!“I GAVE TODAY” #StJoesGiving Encourage others to give and share on your social media accounts that you supported St. Joseph Catholic Church with a simple “I GAVE TODAY” post using the hashtag #StJoesGiving. Stay Healthy And Pray!
Logistics Volunteers NeededGreeters are needed to help with reopening efforts. If you are over the age of 18 and with no underlying health condi-tions, please submit your availability. Persons older than 65 are welcome as long as you are aware of the risks involved. Visit: https://www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/churchreopening. You will be contacted with information on the required training.
The Parish Offices Are ClosedWe are following recommendations from the Archdiocese in determining a reopening date for our parish offices. Please contact staff or clergy through email. A list of email address-es can be found at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/staff.
5 BEHAVIORS TO KEEP US SAFE
As a member of our community, I will ...
1. Wear a mask
2. Keep my distance
3. Wash and sanitize my hands
4. Stay home if I am sick
5. Get tested if I exhibit symptoms
… because protecting others in our community is my responsibility, too.
5 BEHAVIORS TO KEEP US SAFE
As a member of our community, I will ...
1. Wear a mask
2. Keep my distance
3. Wash and sanitize my hands
4. Stay home if I am sick
5. Get tested if I exhibit symptoms
… because protecting others in our community is my responsibility, too.
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Jesus Christ is at the heart of every family. Make room for him in your lives in a deeper way by joining in the Sunday celebration. God bless you!
Protocols for the two Drive-in Masses in the Hurlburt Court Parking Lot• Drive-in Mass participants must register the one vehicle, not the persons.• Parking will be every other spot to accommodate 6-foot social distancing.• Traffic control will direct you to appropriate space. First come, first served.• All must remain in their cars.• Donations can be placed in a large receptacle clearly marked in the lot.• There will be a radio transmitter which you can tune into at 87.9 FM.• The communion host will be passed through your car window.• There will be no music. • Mass length is approximately 30 minutes.
Protocols for In-Church Masses• Parking is available in front of the church and on Broadway Street. Parking for 10:45 In-church Mass: arrive 10-15 minutes prior to Mass to allow time to park. Park on the north side of the church (Maple Avenue) or in the 200 N. Milwaukee Avenue lot or on Broadway Street. There is a Drive-In Mass at 10:45 a.m., so please do not use the back parking lot on Hurlburt Court and Park Place.• Each individual must be registered separately. For example, if two spouses and two children want to attend Mass, they must register each person.• Arrive 5 minutes early for check-in. • All four entrances will be open on weekends. • The pews will be marked for spacing and seating. • Certified, trained greeters will verify that you are registered and wearing a mask. • Only Music Ministers may sing.
If you have registered and find you are unable to attend, we ask that you update your registration to allow your fellow parishioners the opportunity to worship in person, as we are nearing our capacity threshold.
The Pope’s Tweet of the WeekWe need to look at our cities with a contempla-tive gaze, a gaze of faith
which sees God dwelling in homes, on the streets and squares. This presence must be found, discovered. God does not hide himself from those who seek him with a sincere heart. @Pontifex
An Act ofSpiritual
CommunionMy Jesus, I believe that You are present
in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot receive You sacramentally, come spiritually into my heart. I embrace You and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
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Spirituality@Work—Job loss and the challenge of finding new employment is one of the most difficult transitions many of us will face. During these times of high stress, as we navigate this pandemic, we have an extra need to find and draw strength from our rela-tionships with others and God to restore our spiritual strength. To help us with this challenge, Deacon Dan Coughlin will present Spirituality@Work at our next meeting. Dan will describe his career journey, with its ups and downs, and share his insights and learnings, along with his approach to making spirituality and trust in God an essential tool in dealing with career and life challenges. Dan will explore the spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit and how they can enhance our attitude and confidence throughout the job search. His observations will hopefully help you develop a healthier perspective on your own employment situation. Our sessions are free, and all are welcome. Please preregister at the Zoom link below:
St. Joseph Employment Ministry: Zoom Meeting on November 19Zoom meeting: Spirituality@WorkThursday, November 19, 7:00 p.m. Central TimeRegister in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIt-cOCrrD4oH9bsAcOuZyu5GesYo4zM8KSF(NOTE: If clicking the link above doesn’t take you to the
Zoom registration, please copy and paste it into your browser.)After registering, you will receive a confirmation email contain-ing information about joining the meeting. The St. Joseph Employment Ministry assists the unemployed and under-employed in the pursuit of fulfilling employment op-portunities. Anyone with an interest in assisting job-seekers is also invited to attend. Zoom meetings are usually held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month and feature topical presenta-tions. If you have questions, contact John Jennings at [email protected]. Employers are invited to post open positions by sending an email to John.
Early Bulletin DeadlineDue to the Thanksgiving holiday. the deadline for the November 29 Carpen-ter (the 1st week of Advent) will be on Wednesday, November 18. There will also be early deadlines in the second half of December.
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The Family— The School of Love
The family offers the best antidote to all forms of fear and prejudice because it is in the family where we can encoun-ter unconditional love, which echoes God’s love for us. How can we rely more on God’s love and teach our children to love everyone? Consider these examples.
Pray together daily—Pray for the needs of others in your neighborhood, community, and beyond. Help your children to see the needs of people who are different from them. Help
your family to see the Face of Christ in every person. Practice the art of conversation (dialogue) daily—Have real conversations, at an age-appropriate level, about challenges or events that are in the news. Practice hospitality and love of neighbor—Get to know your neighbors’ names and needs, show concern for them, pray for them, and assist them when possible. This week as we continue our journey, read the two-page background articles to help with your Study Guide reflection.
Racism and Educationhttps://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/racism-and- education.pdfRacism and Employmenthttps://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/racism/upload/racism-and-employment.pdf
Children’s Prayer—We Are All in God’s Image Loving Father, thank you for the many beautiful colors and languages of the world and for making all your children unique. Thank you for creating me in your image. Thank you for loving me and making me wonderful. Help me to love like you. Help me to share your love with all the children you have made, for they are unique and wonderful. Amen.
The annual Christmas Giving Tree Project is back again and will support eleven Lake County charities as well as the Libertyville Township families from our Food Pantry. While the actual tags will not be available online until November 20, we thought you would like to see a list of the charities that will benefit from your Giving Tree gifts. There will be approximately 2,000 virtual tags to choose from to support agencies and help make Christmas special for families! Next week we will have a video avail-able to explain how to commit to purchase a gift, wrap it, and return it by December 12-13.Franciscan Outreach Services has three home-less shelters in Chicago that serve 382 men and women every night. It provides three meals, a place to sleep, and daily sup-port. Contact Randy Nipper at [email protected] Support Our Troops supports troops by sending boxes of needed items to the troops who are deployed. Con-tact Mary Causey at [email protected] Give support to seminarians who are in forma-tion to be priests. Contact Mary Causey at [email protected] Blessed Trinity in Waukegan offers food, shelter and clothing to those in need. Contact Mary Causey by emailing [email protected]. Joseph Food Pantry support families that come in to the
Giving Tree 2020pantry with gift cards to buy a special meal for Christmas. Gift cards are also used to substitute for a gift that isn’t returned during the collection. Con-tact Mary Causey by email at [email protected] for Women of Northern Lake County provides education, assistance and resources for women who are pregnant, plan to become preg-nant, or have recently had children. Items needed are diapers, wipes and formula. Contact Carol Walsh at [email protected] is the homeless shelter system for Lake County. Socks and tee-shirts are needed. Contact
Nancy Knight at [email protected]. Information at www.padslakecounty.org.Waukegan Soup Kitchen provides meals to anyone who is in need of food on Wednesday,Thursday, Friday, and Satur-day from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Contact Mike Lynn at mlynn1662@ comcast.net.St. Joseph Bed Ministry The Bed Ministry makes and deliv-ers free beds and new bedding linens to the families for chil-dren who do not have a bed of their own. St. Joseph Parish and Sleep in Heavenly Peace helps families in need. Contact Dan Harris at [email protected] and Girls Club is a safe place for youth to go when school is out. Contact by email: [email protected].
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Candy CollectionThe Franciscan House of Mary and Joseph is an overnight shelter in Chicago with 246 beds that offers a shower, supper, a bed for the night, and breakfast. The guests truly enjoy a piece of candy after their meal. Do you have any extra Halloween candy to share? Please drop the candy in the dona-tion boxes outside the front of church on November 7 and 8. Any questions, please phone Laura Zacks at 847-987-8575.
Toiletries NeededThe Franciscan House of Mary and Joseph is an overnight shelter in Chicago with 246 beds that offers a shower, supper, a bed for the night, and breakfast. The following items are needed. Please no jumbo or gallon sizes.• Body wash• Men’s and women’s deodorant• Bar soap• Shampoo• Toothpaste• Toothbrushes Please put your donations in the donation boxes outside the front of church on November 7 and 8. Any questions, please phone Laura Zacks at 847-987-8575.
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We Offer Prayers for All Who Currently Serve Our CountryPlease keep the following military in your prayers. We salute them, one and all! If you wish to have someone on this list, please e-mail [email protected] or call 847-362-2073. Also, please let us know if one of the listed is no longer on active duty.
2nd Lt. Paul Manfredini, U.S. Army, son of Robert & Monica ManfrediniCadet Jacob Frederick, U. S. Military Academy, grandson of Larry & Eileen FrederickPvt. Kurt Feiereisel, U.S. Marine Corps, son of Kurt and Jani FeiereiselSr. Chief Brian Woydziak, U.S. Navy, son-in-law of Paul & Nancy ZgonenaMajor Jason Actis, U.S. Marine Corps, parishioner and husband of Christina Actis2nd Lt. Maeve Daw, U.S. Air Force, daughter of Anne Ise & Sean Daw2nd Lt. Daniel Mudd, U.S. Marine Corps, grandson of Ronnie & Dennis MuddLance Corporal Shaun Kelly, U.S. Marine Corps, nephew ofAnn & Al ThellefsonLT Col. Brian Horine, U.S. Army, nephew of Carol SuvanichCadet Ryan L. O’Malley, U.S. Military Academy, son of John & Veronica O’MalleyPFC Liam Acton, U.S. Marine Corps, nephew of Nancy &Michael KnightEMN3 Matthew T. Mano, grandson of Kip & Tooty IzacPFC Maksim K. Jankowski, U.S.Marine Corps, nephew of Larry & Donna ConnollyMajor Patrick J. Walsh, nephew of Carol WalshENS Brian D. Shannon, grandson of Rita & Jim Gorman and Pat & Bill ShannonCapt. Tierney A. Shannon, granddaughter of Pat & Bill ShannonCadet Eamon P. Shannon, U.S. Air Force, grandson of Rita & Jim Gorman and Pat & Bill ShannonCapt. Robert E. Stone, grandson of Pat & Bill ShannonEM3 Joe Criel, U.S. Navy, grandson of Rick & Kelly HobbsLt. Col. Brian Stehle, U.S. Army, nephew of Penny & Mike KlestinskiMajor Richard F. Kehoe, U.S. Army, son of Kathy KehoeCaptain Kevin P. Boyle, son of James and Gerri Boyle1 Lt. Troy Howell, U.S. Army, grandson of Rita DePrima1 Lt. Conor P. Dooley, U.S. Army, nephew of Susan and Ed SpethLTC Erik Archer, U.S. Army, son of Ann Harmon
Major Jessica Larson Horine, P.A., U.S. Army, niece of Carol SuvanichMAJ Thomas McGee, U.S. Air Force, son-in-law of John and Rita TschanzCaptain Brandon Mokris, U.S. Marine Corps, nephew of Maura & Kedric ChamberlinColonel Scott Davis, U.S. Army, brother of Lisa & Michael GodfreyCorporal Timothy Gunter, U.S. Marine Corps, son of Kurt & Carrie-AnnLance Corporal James Taylor, U.S. Marine Corps, great-grand-son of Beryl RouseLance Corporal Jacklyn Thomas, U.S. Marine Corps, great-granddaughter of Beryl RouseCPT Dominique Ramos, U.S. Army, granddaughter of Beryl RouseCDR Mark Tschanz, U.S. Navy, son of John & Rita TschanzLCDR Steven Tschanz, U.S. Navy, son of John & Rita TschanzMajor John F. Meyers, U.S. Army, son of Dave & Liz MeyersCDR Keith Schroeder, U.S. Navy, nephew of Dolores & Wilbur SchultzMajor James A. Nardelli, U.S. Army, son of Jim & Christy NardelliCPT Andrew Jarosz, U.S. Marine Corps, son of Johnny & Carol JaroszLance Corporal Kevin G. Cronin, U.S. Marine Corps, son of Kevin & Cheryl CroninCPT Carrie Cieslak, U.S. Army, niece of John LewisCPT Thomas Cieslak, U.S. Army, nephew of John Lewis1 Lt. Adam I. Coates, U.S. Army, son of Matt & Lydia CoatesPFC Sebastian A. Coates, U.S. Army, son of Matt & Lydia CoatesHM3 Ryan L’Heureux, U.S. Navy, son of Linda & RichWarrant Office Jonathan M. Bray, U.S. Marine Corps, son of Sue BrayLT. COL. Gregory W. Schultz, U.S. Air Force, son of Dolores and Wilbur SchultzPetty Officer 3rd Class Aaron Hedlund, son of Paul and Nancy
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Food Pantry Update We want to thank
everyone for your continued donations to the St. Joseph Food Pantry. We continue
to need donations, so please visit our page on St. Joseph’s website and click on the link for our current needs. If your group is holding a food drive, please contact Dennis Moffatt by email at [email protected] to arrange for a delivery day and time. And, please send pictures of your event to Dan Love at [email protected]. Effective November 1, the Food Pan-try is open on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to Noon. Our Parish youth and their parents serve clients on Sundays. If you have an interest in volunteering on Sun-days, please contact Brigid Dutton at [email protected]. The Food Pantry is in the strip mall south of church and is open Monday and Thursday, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday, 4:00-6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to Noon.
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–—––––——————––——––Faith FormationPlease Join Us!
The St. Joseph Men’s Ministry and Women’s Council inviteall men and women from St. Joseph and St. Mary of Vernon
Parishes to join us on Saturday, November 21 for a
Morning of Thanksgiving.
We will celebrate together at the 8:30 a.m. Massat St. Joseph Catholic Church, 121 E. Maple Avenue in Libertyville.
Afterward will we stay in the church to hear two short reflections on Thanksgiving. All you need to do is register to attend Mass.
We anticipate that the session after Mass will last about 20-25 minutes. You may register for the November 21 Mass beginning on Wednesday, November 11 by going to https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/weekday_2020
Ms. Mary Causey Director of Social Justice and Service St. Joseph Catholic Church 121 East Maple Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048
August 5, 2020
Dear parishioners of St. Joseph Catholic Church:
The Waukegan to College family – students, parents, staff and volunteers - – are grateful for your continued support.
This year we are proud to have helped our largest group of talented seniors finish their high school journeys; 20 students will be starting their college career this fall.
One of those scholars is Syed. Thanks to your previous support, Syed got to experience numerous trips to college campuses, workplaces and cultural venues. After our summer 2019 college trip, Syed noted, “I felt more comfortable shooting for prestigious schools like Dartmouth, Tufts, Williams, to name a few…I felt my horizons broaden…” Last year W2C students were also able to visit corporations like Horizon Therapeutics to learn about a variety of careers, and cultural events like a production of Annie. Because of your generosity, many other students have been inspired to “think big” when considering their futures. Syed will be attending Dartmouth College in the fall, majoring in Computer Science. He is the oldest of four boys, and we are thrilled his younger brother joined the ranks of W2C scholars last year.
With Gratitude,
Elyse Danckers Executive Director P.S. Please retain this letter as documentation of your tax-deductible gift to Waukegan to College in 2020. No goods or services were provided in exchange for this donation. Waukegan to College is a 501c3 charitable organization, Employer ID Number 45-4860376.
Welcoming Asylum-Seekers After Their Deadly JourneyViator House of Hospitality invites you to join others (online) to learn more about the deadly journey young women and men seeking asylum make to the U.S. after fleeing their homes alone. Dialogue with two asylum-seekers who made the journey as children. Learn what you can do to welcome local asylum-seekers. Attend the program on Thursday, November 12, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1016030477638/WN_7XmEpkEqSm-osRVqKKYrjg
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School Parents Nominate Principal for Archdiocesan AwardPrincipal Anne Phoenix has shown dedication to the staff, children and families at St. Joseph School in Lib-ertyville. Her hard work has not gone unnoticed. Parents nominated Mrs. Phoenix because of how she has “led her staff and the families of St. Joseph’s through this pandemic with unwav-ering strength and grace.” Families have noticed how Mrs. Phoenix has never made them “feel we were for-gotten or in the dark. Mrs. Phoenix is a true leader and hero among us. We are blessed to be part of her commu-nity.” Congratulations, Anne!
The Office of Catholic Schools
On Behalf of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Is Pleased to Designate
an official
#SCHOOLHEROIn Recognition of Your Generous Service to
St. Joseph School – Libertyville
October 2020
Jim Rigg, Ph.D.
Superintendent
Anne Phoenix
Jim Rigg, Ph.D. Superintendent of Catholic Schools [email protected]
Catholic Schools 835 North Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611 312.534.5200 schools.archchicago.org
October 29, 2020 Dear Anne Phoenix,
I am very pleased to inform you that you have been named a “School Hero” through the #SchoolHero program of the Archdiocese of Chicago! This program was established to recognize the exceptional efforts of our Catholic school employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. You were nominated for this recognition by someone in your community because of your dedication, hard work, and love for Catholic education.
We love our Catholic school employees. Our teachers, principals and staff members are working tirelessly to bring high quality faith-based learning to our students.
I am sincerely grateful for your service as a Catholic school employee. May God continue to bless your efforts on behalf of our unified mission!
Yours in Christ,
Jim Rigg, Ph.D. Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Jim Rigg, Ph.D. Superintendent of Catholic Schools [email protected]
Catholic Schools 835 North Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611 312.534.5200 schools.archchicago.org
October 29, 2020 Dear Anne Phoenix,
I am very pleased to inform you that you have been named a “School Hero” through the #SchoolHero program of the Archdiocese of Chicago! This program was established to recognize the exceptional efforts of our Catholic school employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. You were nominated for this recognition by someone in your community because of your dedication, hard work, and love for Catholic education.
We love our Catholic school employees. Our teachers, principals and staff members are working tirelessly to bring high quality faith-based learning to our students.
I am sincerely grateful for your service as a Catholic school employee. May God continue to bless your efforts on behalf of our unified mission!
Yours in Christ,
Jim Rigg, Ph.D. Superintendent of Catholic Schools
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The St. Joseph’s Men’s Ministry invites all men to join us (virtually) this Advent for “Dealing and Healing” during this year’s Saturday Morning Live. If you are tired of all of
the complaining and opinions, please join us to share the love and the Good News of how men are dealing
and healing with our current environment.
Sessions will be conducted via Zoom on December 5, 12 and 19 from 7 to 8:25 a.m. Take some time this Advent and experience how the Holy Spirit is working in men thorugh their Faith, Family and their Community.
The good news is you don’t have to dress up.
The bad news is you have to supply your own donuts!
Registration information is coming soon!
Guys, save the dates!
Trick-or-TreatingDrive-by StyleTeen and parent volunteers helped the Faith Formation team with their “Drive-by and Pick-up” program on October 31 to help Children’s Faith Formation families get their learning materials for the upcoming months while being socially distanced. Teens sported costumes and passed out candy to parents and children. Thank you to all the volunteers!
The St. Joseph’s Men’s Ministry invites all men to join us (virtually) this Advent for “Dealing and Healing” during this year’s Saturday Morning Live. If you are tired of all of
the complaining and opinions, please join us to share the love and the Good News of how men are dealing
and healing with our current environment.
Sessions will be conducted via Zoom on December 5, 12 and 19 from 7 to 8:25 a.m. Take some time this Advent and experience how the Holy Spirit is working in men thorugh their Faith, Family and their Community.
The good news is you don’t have to dress up.
The bad news is you have to supply your own donuts!
Registration information is coming soon!
Guys, save the dates!
The St. Joseph’s Men’s Ministry invites all men to join us (virtually) this Advent for “Dealing and Healing” during this year’s Saturday Morning Live. If you are tired of all of
the complaining and opinions, please join us to share the love and the Good News of how men are dealing
and healing with our current environment.
Sessions will be conducted via Zoom on December 5, 12 and 19 from 7 to 8:25 a.m. Take some time this Advent and experience how the Holy Spirit is working in men thorugh their Faith, Family and their Community.
The good news is you don’t have to dress up.
The bad news is you have to supply your own donuts!
Registration information is coming soon!
Guys, save the dates!
Saturday Morning Live
Advent EditionThe St. Joseph’s Men’s Ministry invites all men to join us (virtually) this Advent for “Dealing and Healing” during this year’s
Saturday Morning Live. If you are tired of all of the complaining and opinions, please join us to share the love and the Good News
of how men are dealing and healing with our current environment.Sessions will be conducted via Zoom on December 5, 12 and 19 from 7:00
to 8:25 a.m. Take some time this Advent and experience how the Holy Spirit is working in men through their Faith, Family and their Community.
The good news is you don’t have to dress up.The bad news is you have to supply your own doughnuts!
Registration information is coming soon!
St. Joseph the Patriarch (Patriarca San José), San Miguel
Fr. Jorge Bergolio, SJ
Questions? Call the Adult Faith Formation Office: 847-990-1266
When: Thursday, November 19, 2020, 7 to 9 p.m. Where: Online Pope Francis shares in his recent encyclical that there are no “others,” no “them,” there is only “us.” Join us to open up the Holy Father’s letter on the move toward global fraternity and friendship and what local parish communities can learn from the experience.
Participate by using the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85825712668?
pwd=RXFxSFBNRDRadnF6dlJyaG5XRjI0QT09
More information and a summary of Fratelli Tutti, visit
www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/events/the-universal-us
Our presenters:
Fr. John Trout Pastor at St. Joseph
Catholic Church
Robert O’Gorman,
Ph.D. Professor Emeritus of Pastoral Studies, Loyola University
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Paul Dokecki Ph.D.
Professor Emeritus of Department of Human
and Organizational Development,
Vanderbilt Peabody College
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AMT2021!
All high school teens, current 8th graders, and their parents areencouraged to come to this informational Zoom meeting to learn
more about St. Joe's annual teen service trip to Harlan, KY. Those whohave gone on AMT in the past are also encouraged to join us to find
out about some changes to next summer's trip.The 2021 trip is July 24-31.
Appalachian Mission Trip 2021 Information Meeting
Click here to register and receive the Zoom link.
Sunday, November 15 @ 7 PM
AMT2021!
All high school teens, current 8th graders, and their parents areencouraged to come to this informational Zoom meeting to learn
more about St. Joe's annual teen service trip to Harlan, KY. Those whohave gone on AMT in the past are also encouraged to join us to find
out about some changes to next summer's trip.The 2021 trip is July 24-31.
Appalachian Mission Trip 2021 Information Meeting
Click here to register and receive the Zoom link.
Sunday, November 15 @ 7 PM
https://forms.gle/wAQqP5qSgWXFnx8SA
TeenVolunteersNeeded at
Food Pantry!S U N D A Y M O R N I N G S 9 : 3 0 - 1 2 : 1 5
St. Joe's Food Pantry is extending their hours toserve more people, and teens are needed to serve onSunday mornings! This volunteer opportunity is for
any 7th-12th grade teens.
Pray for VocationsThe livestreamed
Eucharistic Adoration is on Thursday
afternoons at 3:00 p.m. Please tune in at:
www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live
Almighty Father, we beg you for an increase in religious vocations and holy marriages in our parish. Help us to be generous in our response to your call. Choose from our homes those who are needed for your work and strengthen us with the courage to say “yes” and to follow you. Help us as a parish and as families to rec-ognize and foster vocations to the priesthood, religious life, lay min-istry or whatever path you are call-ing us to follow. We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Faith Formation—————————————
5:00-8:30 p.m.
Contact Erica Zapien to RSVP at [email protected]
Please contact Brigid Dutton at bdutton@stjoseph-libertyville to volunteer.
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——––––—–—–——— Community Building
Retirees & WannabesLIBERTYVILLE SENIOR COUNCIL & SENIOR CENTER (Senior Center is limited to a 50-person or 50% occupancy. Masks are required.)• November 9, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Movie Matinee at 1:00 p.m.• Tuesdays: Tech Help from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Help with phone, computer etc. Call 847-247-7659 for appointment.• Thursdays, Art in Around learn-to-draw class, 10:00 a.m.
Virtual The Retirees and Wannabees Committee invites you to join us for our second Virtual Trivia Night on November 18 from 5:00 to 6:45 p.m. It’s just like an in-person Trivia Night, but we
play over Zoom (a video conference system). After you register, we’ll send you instructions for participating. This is a great way to meet new friends virtually and have a little fun too! Register Here:https://stjoseph-libertyville.org/retirees-and-wannabees
Mothers with Young ChildrenBi-Monthly Meeting: How to Enjoy a Healthier and More Sustainable Life on Thursday, November 19, from 7:30 p.m., Location TBD Merleanne Rampale will share information about local environmental and sustainability resources and programs available to us. She will also share ideas and tips for living a more sustainable life. RSVP and find Zoom details on Meetup! Please make sure you are part of our Meetup group, https://www.meetup.com/St-Joes-MYC,
as well as our private Facebook page. Search “St. Joe’s MYC” and request to join. We use both sites to communicate bi-weekly meetings, Mom’s Nights Out, playdates, and other activities that we host.
——––––—–—–—————–Prayer & Worship
Please Pray for the SickSteve Delia
Joseph NemeRoland CatherallAnn Thellefson
Curt KrabbenhoftMargaret Krabbenhoft
Brielle PickfordFlo HarrisJulie Love
Ron HerbesDonna HerzbergYuris Gutierrez
George Schnarre Janice Kleinschmidt
Gail DissIryna Shablouskaya
Erik FossumWilliam DohmTillie Scanlan
Jennifer PhilbrickMargaret BregenzerDonna Wantrobski
Marion O’NeillMaria Coton
Michelle Lucas Freer
Mary PikulaDolores Schultz
Fr. John HennesseyAlejandro BenavidesFernando Benavides
Peter KrolStan Szot
Carol MichalskiTerry Venchus
Joseph LocascioSean Kolber
Micah Peckels Quirkand all those affected by COVID-19
Mass Intentions You may attend the daily 6:30 or 8:30 a.m. Mass if you are registered in advance. See page 3. It will also be livestreamed Monday through Saturday at 8:30 a.m. available to view at: www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live. For the time being,
we will continue to read the names of intentions for the 6:30 and the 8:30 Masses at both Masses.
Monday, November 9Roxane ObenaufLegion of Mary MembersRobert MurphyTuesday, November 10In Honor of St. AnthonyFrancis QuigleyNorbert Platt
Wednesday, November 11Bob & Jean MitchellCol. Bartlett J. CarrollShirley MorganMichael HussliThursday, November 12Roxane ObenaufReligious Vocations in Memory of Msgr. John O’DonnellBeverly Martin
Friday, November 13Richard FisherEd & Evelyn LobusStephen ChanRoy & Dolores KwilosSaturday, November 14Sophie & Edward NowakJoe & Janet HigginsSunday, November 8All parishioners
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Baptisms
Shout Praises to the Lord!Enroll in the Ministry of Praise! The Ministry of Praise is a call to those in nursing homes, retirement homes, the home-bound and all seniors. What will Ministers be asked to do? Simply pray. Each month you will receive a letter from a staff member or parishio-ner asking you to pray for intentions. It is a call to join in a chorus of prayer. There are no dues or meetings. Please contact Debbie Costa at 847-347-3601 or email Debbie at [email protected].
Elizabeth Anne Anderson, child of Sara (Graham) and Matthew AndersonMargaret May Graham, child of Ni-cole (Schram) and Michael Graham, Jr.
Presiders/Deacons
Saturday, November 75:00 p.m. Church Fr. Ortiz Deacon HooperSunday, November 87:15 a.m. Drive-in Fr. Trout9:00 a.m. Fr. OrtizHomilist: Deacon Mudd
Only parishioners with confirmed online reservations may come to these Masses in Church or the parking lot. The 5:00 Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday Masses are livestreamed and available to view at: www.stjoseph-libertyville.org/live.
10:45 a.m. Church Fr. Luboyera Deacon Coughlin10:45 a.m. Drive-in Fr. Trout5:00 p.m. Fr. Luboyera Deacon Hooper
In MemoryPlease pray for the souls of:
Michael LangAndrew A. LeBoeuf
New Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EOM’s) Practicum Training on November 18 Are you called to minister Holy Communion to your brothers and sisters in Christ? There are two requirements for everyone who is an EOM in the Archdio-cese of Chicago: 1) Theology of Ministry and of the Mass training sponsored by the Archdiocese and 2) practical training for the norms at your specific parish. We will be offering a practicum training for all interested in becoming Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM’s) on Wednesday, Novem-ber 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the church. This training will fulfill the second half of the requirement established by the Archdiocese. At this time, the Archdiocese has suspended the theological training sessions due to COVID-19. Anyone who successfully completes the training on November 18 may begin serving in ministry at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the understanding that the theological training must be completed once it is offered again by the Archdiocese in Vicariate I. Due to safety regulations, we will not be able to accept walk-ins. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Kolber at [email protected]. Registra-tion is required to attend this practicum training To register, please use this link https://stjoseph.ivolunteer.com/eom2020
Ponnu Sara Joseph & Emil JosephBanns of Marriage
Thoughts on Giving “Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” (Matthew 25:13) Many of us have put off doing something because we think we are too busy. We’ve all said, “I’ll do it later when I have time.” Unfortunately, too many of us apply this attitude to our Faith. Jesus’ call is urgent, in the here and now, in your current circumstances. Don’t delay. How is God calling you to use your gifts today? None of us is guaranteed tomorrow.
Stewardship of TreasureWeekly Offering for October 18, 2020 Current Year Last Year Over (Under) Last Year Week Year to Date Week Year to Date Week Year-to-DateWeekend Offering $25,907 $319,241 $21,845 $388,869 $4,062 $(69,628)Electronic Giving $24,462 $268,900 $25,686 $240,755 $(1,224) $28,145Total Collection $50,368 $588,142 $47,531 $629,624 $2,837 $(41,482)Budget for Collection $42,230 $717,910Difference $8,138 $(129,768)Thank You! St. Joseph Parish is grateful to those who give generously on the weekends and monthly through our automatic contribution program. Thank you to those who regularly and generously give of their treasure as well as those who give of their time and talent to support the work our parish does in the name of Jesus Christ. Learn more at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org.
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St. Joseph Catholic Church 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, Illinois 60048
Phone 847-362-2073 Fax 847-362-6821 E-mail [email protected] Website www.stjoseph-libertyville.org
Parish Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.,Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Mr. Brandon Bowman, Communications Coordinator, 847-990-1228, [email protected]. Kevin Burrow, Director of Music 847-990-1276, [email protected] Mrs. Mary Causey, Director of Social Justice and Service 847-990-1213, [email protected]. & Mrs. Tom and Brigid Dutton, Youth Ministers, 847-275-2597, [email protected]. Ann Harmon, Parish Office Manager 847-362-2073, [email protected]. Dan Harris, Facilities Manager 847-722-5345, [email protected]. Kelly McMahon, Director of Technology 847-990-1277, [email protected]. Anne Phoenix, Principal, St. Joseph School 847-362-0730, [email protected]. David Retseck, Director of Faith Formation 847-990-1266, [email protected]. Anna Roeser, Director of Administration 847-990-1241, [email protected]
Pastoral Staff
Rev. John Trout, Pastor [email protected]. Martin Luboyera, Associate Pastor [email protected]. Robinson Ortiz, Associate Pastor [email protected]. John Hennessey, Pastor Emeritus [email protected] Dan Coughlin, George Kashmar, Dennis Mudd
Worship Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities Accessible washrooms, west side of narthex Hearing Loop for persons with hearing aids Assisted Hearing Devices in sacristy for per-
sons with difficulty hearing • Accessible, powered door at east end of narthex • Ramped north entrances to narthex Accessible Ramp on east side of sanctuary • Pew Accessibility on east front side and center sections • Padded Pew last row, far southeast corner of church Accessible parking spaces north of church along Maple Avenue. • A “read-aloud” PDF version of The Carpenter for those with visual
impairments. Please email request to [email protected].
Parish Pastoral Council E-mail the PPC at [email protected]. Your questions and suggestions are welcome. Members of the Parish Pastoral Council: Fr. John Trout, Bridget Chaney (Faith Formation), Marjorie Gaitan (Social Justice & Service), Michelle Hobson (Chair), Jim Lobus (Community Building), David & Kathy Olson (Youth), Brian Savage (Accountability), Dennis Valentini (Prayer & Worship)Parish Finance Council Fr. John Trout, Bob Killackey, Joseph Loumeau, Kevin Rule (Chair), Joanie Sauers, Brian Savage, Tom Sear, Craig Sondalle
Bulletin Submissions Submit Carpenter articles to Marie Tuohy ([email protected]) after approval by your Pastoral Staff Lead. Articles must be received by Noon on the Monday before issue date.
New Parishioners Welcome! Please stop or call the parish office weekdays from 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. or down-load registration form at www.stjoseph-libertyville.org.
Announcements at MassDue to Jasmine Sosa at [email protected] by noon on Mondays. Guideline: 1-2 sentences.
Accessibility If you have a disability and require special accommodations, please call the parish office.
Ministry of Care, Sacrament of the Sick The Sacrament of the Sick is celebrated at 8:30 a.m. Mass on the 2nd Saturday of each month, or by arrange-ment. Contact the parish office if seriously ill, hospitalized, or homebound. A Minister of Care is available to bring Communion.
Funeral Planning Please call the parish office for assistance from a Bereavement Minister and a funeral planning guide.
Matrimony Congratulations! Please contact the parish office as soon as you are engaged. Six months is usually required for marriage preparation.
Infant Baptism As an expectant parent, you are invited to the Pre-Baptismal Session 3 months prior to birth; 6:00 p.m. the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in church.
Baptism of School-Aged Children Classes for parents and children begin in September. Call 847-362-5797 for information.
Sacrament of Penance Celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings or by arrangement.
Pray the Rosary The Rosary is prayed in church at 7:55 a.m. Monday through Saturday.
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Breaking Open the WordA Journey to Discipleship–Jesus Companions Us Through Scripture
1. Proclaim God’s Word. Choose someone to read the Scripture. After reading, there is silence from the group in reverence.2. Invite Response. Invite individuals to respond to a word, phrase or passage that strikes them in some way.3. Praise God. After a period of response, close by leading the group in praise of God by praying together the Glory Be.
Next Sunday’s Gospel — Matthew 25:14-30Leader: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew Response: Glory to You, O Lord
Reflection In this Sunday’s gospel we are reminded to vigilantly tend the flame of faith so that it burns brightly in our hearts and souls. We are encouraged to keep our lamps filled with the graces that come from prayer, scripture and the sacraments. In next Sunday’s gospel, Jesus concludes the teaching phase of His public ministry with one last parable. Jesus wants His disciples to realize that while it is important for us to seek to know the Father more intimately and to be protective of our faith, it is not enough for us to bask in our holiness and await the day of Christ’s return. Jesus reminds us that we have all been given a mission to actively live out our faith and share the Gospel with the world around us. Whether we look upon the ‘talents’ of the parable as the gift of our faith or as our individual talents, skills and charisms, the lesson of this parable is that we are expected to do something to build up the Kingdom of God on this earth. The parable clearly articulates the responsibility we have to make our faith an active and evangelical one. As Paul teaches in the Second Reading (1 Thessalonians 5: 1-6) we are called not only to bring ourselves out of darkness but also to enlighten the world around us. On the last day it will not be enough for us to say, “I have been a good and faithful Catholic.” Perhaps God might respond, “Yes you were, but how did you make My love more present to those I allowed you to share life with? Who did you pray for? Who did you care for? Who did you teach about how much I love them and each person on earth?” We are called to grow in holiness, not just for the sake of holiness itself, but in imitation of Christ who was sent here to bring all back to the Father.
For additional reflection on being judged at our death, see The Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1020-1022; on heaven, hell and purgatory, paragraphs 1023 -1032; and on the Final Judgment, paragraphs 1038-1041.
Reflection Exercises 1. Jesus has called us to love God above all else. How have I grown in my intimate love of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit this past year? How might I faithfully seek to remain filled with God’s generous love?2. Jesus has called us to love our neighbor as He has loved us. How might I help to better know and spread Christ’s message of what His good, true and beautiful love for us and our neighbor should look like in today’s world? How might I respond to the call to love my neighbor? (Find Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy at www.USCCB.org in the Faith and Beliefs section.) Have I been patient and forgiving? How often do I pray for the living and the dead?3. Jesus called us to “go and make disciples of all nations.” (Matthew 29:19-20) How well have I been a true disciple? What have I done to make knowledge of Jesus and His teaching more available to my family and friends? My parish? My community?
Readings for the Week
Jesus told his disciples this parable: “A man going on a jour-ney called in his servants and entrusted his possessions to them. To one he gave five talents; to another, two; to a third, one—to each according to his ability. Then he went away. Immediately the one who received five talents went and traded with them, and made another five. Likewise, the one who received two made another two. But the man who received one went off and dug a hole in the ground and buried his master’s money. “After a long time the master of those servants came back and settled accounts with them. The one who had received five talents came forward bringing the additional five. He said, ‘Master, you gave me five talents. See, I have made five more.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, my good and faithful ser-vant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master’s joy.’ Then the one who had received two talents also came forward and said, ‘Master, you gave me two talents. See, I have made two more.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, my good and faith-
ful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master’s joy.’ Then the one who had received the one talent came forward and said, ‘Master, I knew you were a demanding person, harvest-ing where you did not plant and gathering where you did not scatter; so out of fear I went off and buried your talent in the ground. Here it is back.’ His master said to him in reply, ‘You wicked, lazy servant! So you knew that I harvest where I did not plant and gather where I did not scatter? Should you not then have put my money in the bank so that I could have got it back with interest on my return? Now then! Take the talent from him and give it to the one with ten. For to everyone who has, more will be given and he will grow rich; but from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away. And throw this useless servant into the darkness outside, where there will be wailing and grinding of teeth.’”
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
Monday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 The Dedication of the Lateran BasilicaTuesday: Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Ps 37:3-4, 18, 23, 27, 29; Lk 17:7-10 St. Leo the GreatWednesday: Ti 3:1-7; Ps 23:1b-6; Lk 17:11-19 St. Martin of ToursThursday: Phlm 7-20; Ps 146:7-10; Lk 17:20-25 St. Josaphat Friday: 2 Jn 4-9; Ps 119:1-2, 10-11, 17-18; Lk 17:26-37 St. Frances Xavier CabriniSaturday: 3 Jn 5-8; Ps 112:1-6; Lk 18:1-8Sunday: Prv 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31; Ps 128:1-5; 1 Thes 5:1-6; Mt 25:14-30 [14-15, 19-21]
