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FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS
Mary and Joseph journeyed
from the town of Nazareth
to the city of Bethlehem to
enroll because Joseph was
of the house of David and
Mary was with child.
While they were there, she
gave birth to her rst born Son. She
wrapped Him in swaddling clothes
and laid Him in a manger. . .
— Lk 2:1-8
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
NATIVITY OF THE LORD
ST. ELIZABETH SETON CHURCH
ORLAND HILLS, IL
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS
Page Two December 22/25, 2024
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PLEASE PRAY FOR
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat., Dec. 21 (5:00pm) June Tunelius; Jim Keeney
Sun., Dec. 22
(7:30am) For All Parishioners
(9:30am) Dee Ulrich; Oscar
(11:30am) Helen (Sis) Dolan; Chester Sipowicz
Mon., Dec. 23 (9:00am) Jane McLaughlin; Hugh McLaughlin
Tues., Dec. 24 (9:00 am, 4:00, 6:00, 10:00 pm) NO INTENTIONS
Wed., Dec. 25 (7:30, 9:30, 11:30 am) NO INTENTIONS
Thurs., Dec. 26 (9:00am) Catherine Kane; Aurora DeLeon
Fri., Dec. 27 (9:00am) Lynn Gleiznis; Therese Manka;
Marilyn Cronin
Sat., Dec. 28 (5:00pm) For All Parishioners
Sun., Dec. 29
(7:30am) Donna Hynes; Elaine McCray
(9:30am) Olsen Family; Sr. Esther O’Mara; Edgardo Ignacio
(11:30am) Mary Fitzmaurice; Felix and Maxine Tomasiewicz
We remember the sick, infirm, and those recommended to our prayers,
that they may experience the healing power of Christ:
Wally Bekta Linda Hindman
Chris Andrews Lisa Guiffre
Marge Broderick Rich Ruscetti
Demetrio Barin, Jr. Pauline Adelman
Mary McKernan Trujillo Family
Salvatore Gagliardi Baby Benjamin Pirog
Mark Tuma Eileen McGrath
Mariusz Wrona Tyler Vaughn
Jim Walkowski Connie Walkowski
And for our deceased:
Richard Partyka, Sr. (spouse of Debbie Partyka)
Jeremy Hillegonds Jean Oertel
Giovanni Nunez Norbert Kubik
Barbara Duran
“Heavenly Father, accept the prayers which we offer for them.”
WELCOME
Daniel and Michelle Cox
(Child: Colson Cox)
Donald and Janice Rose
From Our Pastor
FR. KEVIN
McCRAY
My Dear Sisters
and Brothers,
Today we light the last
of our Advent Candles!
PEACEHOPEJOY
LOVE
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Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
WEDDINGS
Please pray for Ashley Pickette and Jacob Mueller Schgen as they
prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage on January 25, 2025.
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Upcoming
Wisdom and Wine
7-9:00 pm, McBrady Center
$15 ticket
See yer (page 2)in this bulletin
July
26
Aug
3/4
10/11
Respond Now
Breakfast Food Drive
Bags handed out Aug 3/4
Return bags to church Aug 10/11
Blessing of
College Students
At all Masses
Aug
3/4
Mass/Parish Picnic
Mass: 11:30 am (church)
Outdoor Picnic: immediately
following. Details forthcoming
Aug
11
Aug
10/11
Tootsie Roll Drive
Knights of Columbus will sell
Tootsie Roll banks in the Narthex
to support people with disabilities
Prayer Shawl
Distribution
After all Masses, free will
donation gratefully accepted
Aug
17/18
COURAGE BABY
ITEMS DRIVE
Baby items collected for the
COURAGE Program to support
women in crisis pregnancies
Jan
1-31
Jan
4 Feast Day of our
parish patron saint,
St. Elizabeth Seton
St. Elizabeth Seton, pray for us!
Holiday
Regifting Drive
To support survivors of Domestic
Violence (See details on page 7)
Jan
5
Seniors of Seton
Meeting
Doors to the McBrady Center
Open at 10:00 am
(See details on page 19)
Jan
7
Jan
8
Men’s Club
Meeting
McBrady Center doors
open at 7:00 pm
Meeting begins at 7:30 pm
July
19
New Year’s Masses
New Year’s Eve, December 31
5:00 pm
New Year’s Day, January 1
10:00 am
Dec Jan
31 1
Join us!
Jan
26 Catholic Schools
Week Begins
January 26-February 1
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Collecon/Actual: $18,829.53
Collecon/Budget: $18,700.00
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(Week 23 of 50)
*not including Easter/Christmas
YTD Collecon/Actual: $435,194.08
YTD Collecon/Budget: $430,108.00
“A sower went out
to sow some seed ...
and some fell on
good ground.”
MT 11
We are grateful to those who continue to
financially support our parish. God bless you!
Your support deeply appreciated and needed.
Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son,
and they shall call his name
Emmanuel
which means,
God with us
Isaiah 7:14
CHRISTMAS/ NEW YEAR
MASS SCHEDULE
Christmas Eve
Tuesday, Dec. 24
4:00 pm (Sing-a-long starts at 3:30pm)
6:00 pm
10:00 pm (Carols at 9:30 pm)
Christmas Day
Wednesday, Dec. 25
7:30 am, 9:30 am, 11:30 am
Feast of the Holy Family
Saturday, Dec. 28, 5:00 pm
Sunday, Dec. 29
7:30, 9:30, 11:30 am
New Year’s Eve/Mary, Mother of God
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 5:00 pm
New Year’s Day/Mary, Mother of God
Wednesday, Jan. 1
10:00 am
Our parish offices will be closed
Dec. 24-Dec.28 and Dec. 31-Jan. 1.
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REGIFT
Will you EVER use it?
Do you EVEN like it?
Does it have ANY
praccal or aesthec
value for someone?
KEEP
Any chance you’ll have to explain
what happened to the gi?
Did your Grandma gi it to you?
And, even if it’s an ugly Christmas
sweater, you have to keep it ...
sorry.
TOSS
Fruit
cake.
*
It’s REALLY Holiday Recycling!
*
Gone are the days when regifting was a total faux pas!
Recycling gifts has become more socially acceptable ...
as long as it’s done with care.
Our St. Monica Ministry of Compassion for the Family invites you to extend your holiday
spirit by donang those gis that may not have necessarily been on your Christmas wish list. The
Crisis Center for South Suburbia will benet from your generosity through their not-for-prot
Neat Repeats Resale Store. 100% of the proceeds fund services for survivors of domesc violence.
Thank heavens for regiing! Proceeds from your donaon will help The Crisis Center of South Suburbia
provide the support someone was hoping and praying for.
Saturday, Jan. 4/Sunday, Jan. 5
at all Mass mes
All new and unwrapped items including clothing (all ages),
accessories, jewelry, housewares, toys, shoes (actually almost
anything!) can be dropped off in a marked box in the Narthex.
RULES FOR REGIFTING
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia operates a 54-bed emergency shelter and has provided over 285,000 nights of shelter and over
705,000 hours of supportive services to thousands of survivors of domestic violence in the south suburbs of Chicago. They employ over
75 diverse people to meet the growing needs with an operating budget is over $7 Million and provide all of victim services at no cost.
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Many thanks to for your donation to our sharing parish! 138 turkeys/hams were shared by our parishioners!
THANKSGIVING TURKEY AND HAM DRIVE FOR ST. PROCOPIUS
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CHILDREN’S LIVE NATIVITY
The true meaning of Christmas was celebrated last week, on Gaudete (Joy) Sunday, as our parish children in
our Religious Education and CJB School carried forward gifts of joy during our 9:30 am and 11:30 am Masses.
Santa invited the Nativity groups to stop in O’Mara Hall so he could share a picture with them.
SERVING JESUS AT THE DAYBREAK SHELTER SOUP KITCHEN IN JOLIET
The third Sunday of each month is the St. Elizabeth Seton Social Action Ministry’s honor to cook and serve the
homeless at the Catholic Charities Daybreak Shelter in Joliet and it was so appropriate that it was Gaudete (Joy) Sun-
day because we always serve our guests with great joy. This year we are celebrating our 35th year of serving our
brothers and sister of this community.
When we arrive, we only have a 2/1/2 hour window of time to prepare our meal to serve at 11:30 am, so we
prepare a lot of the food ahead of time. This year, Papa Joe’s (Orland Park) came to our rescue to cook five large tur-
keys with turkey gravy and personally delivered them to us. We always share an appetizer to help the hungry who re-
side there and this month we had deviled eggs and cheese and crackers. This was a special day as it was our Christ-
mas dinner to them. So, in addition to the turkeys, we also served seasoned pork roast. Pops Beef (Tinley Park loca-
tion) donated their delicious bread that we turned into hot garlic bread (which is always a favorite). We prepared stuff-
ing to go with the gravy, served 50 lbs. of freshly mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and fresh
salad with all the trimmings. For a sweet dessert we had homemade layered jello cups, pies, cakes, cupcakes and
Andrew High School donated tons of homemade cookies too!
Our guests received many gifts. Stagg High School donated new socks and treat snack bags were handed out
to guests as they left the shelter. We also handed out warm blankets and sweaters. Our next Soup Kitchen is January
19, 2025. To volunteer or have questions, please contact Bernadette Kemp at 708-532-5635.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS
Your purchase and support made it possible.
Thank you to all who participated in the
Ten Thousand Villages Fair Trade Pop Up Market
sponsored by the St. Elizabeth Seton
Social Action Ministry.$12,300
was raised to support Fair Trade.
The inspiration for the name—Ten Thousand Villages—came from a Mahatma
Gandhi quote: "… India is not to be found in its few cities but in the 700,000
villages…we have hardly ever paused to inquire if these folks get sufficient
to eat and clothe themselves with." Ten Thousand Villages believes that
each village in the world represents a unique, distinctive people…offering
extraordinary products born of their
rich cultures and traditions.
To learn more please visit www.tenthousandvillages.com
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FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS
Celebrating over 10 years of
supporting Fair Trade through
Ten Thousand Villages
Thank you to all who supported the Ten Thou-
sand Villages Fair Trade Artisan World Market
Pop-Up Store, hosted by our St. Elizabeth Se-
ton Social Action Ministry. On November 23/24,
the community of St. Elizabeth Seton Church
raised $12,300.00, for fair trade artisans around
the globe. Ten Thousand Villages is a nonprofit
fair trade organization that markets handcrafted
products made by artisans from more than 120
artisan groups in more than 35 countries.
As one of the world’s largest and oldest fair
trade organizations, Ten Thousand Villages
cultivates long-term buying relationships in
which artisans receive a fair price for their work
and consumers have access to gifts, accesso-
ries, and home décor from around the world.
Ten Thousand Villages is a founding member of
the World Fair Trade Organization and a certi-
fied member of the Fair Trade Federation. Your
purchases of fair trade products and ethically
sourced handcrafted goods and gifts, provide
marginalized people a dignified opportunity to
earn a fair wage. Every purchase creates new
possibilities for those in need, alleviating pov-
erty through fair trade and a fair wage.
The St. Elizabeth Seton Social Action Minis-
try thanks the many adult/teen volunteers who
shared their time and talent and to all for your
generosity and for mindfully making purchases
that give value to the lives of others.
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HOLIDAY JOY CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Our church was filled to capacity with almost 1,000 people attending this very special Dec. 15, Gaudete (Joy)
Sunday concert. Our guests performers were the Southwest Symphony Orchestra, the Moraine Valley Chorale,
St. Stephen Adult Choir, St. Stephen Children’s Choir and our very own St. Elizabeth Seton Adult Choir.
Holiday favorites and a musical journey through the 12 Days of Christmas, ended with a rendition of Handel's
Hallelujah Chorus. Conductors were Maestro David Crane (Southwest Symphony Orchestra), Nick Thomas
(Moraine Chorale) and Ilya Vanichkin (St. Elizabeth Seton Music Director).
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SANTA CLAUS CENTRAL
Our St. Elizabeth Seton Men’s Club became “Santa Claus Central” collecting toys at their December
meeting to share with families served by Together We Cope in Tinley Park. On Sunday, Dec. 15, Santa Claus
came to our O’Mara Hall to visit with our St. Elizabeth Seton children and brought along doughnut holes to
share with all of our families. Fr. Kevin McCray (pictured second row, right) and Fr. Bill Corcoran (second row,
left), made certain that Santa knew that all of our parish children have been very, very good this year!
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St. Monica Ministry of Compassion to the Family
Domestic Violence Outreach (DVO) at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish
A Solemn Mass for Domestic Violence was hosted on Sunday, Oct. 20, by our St. Monica Ministry
to pray for the healing of survivors and to pray for an end to domestic violence.
The mission of our St. Monica Ministry is:
◼ To increase awareness of and education about
domestic violence at our parish and in the community
◼ To promote the delivery of services and assistance
to families of domestic violence
◼ To support the prevention of domestic violence
This past Fall, our ministry worked with our
Social Action Ministry to host a Baby Needs
Donation Drive to benefit the Crisis Center of
South Suburbia.
During October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we
sponsored a Silent Witness Display in our Narthex after all
Masses. A silent witness is a life-sized silhouette that tells
the true story of an adult or child who was killed in an act of
domestic violence. Each silently bears witness to a serious
and ongoing problem.
In February, we are working with our GodSEND Youth
Ministry to hold a Safe Start event for teens to learn about
healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and strategies to
avoid abusive situations.
If you are interested in joining our ministry, please reach
out to the parish office at 708-403-0101, and ask to be
contacted by someone in our ministry.
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Nearly 20 people per minute
are physically abused by
an intimate partner
Every 15 seconds a
women is beaten
1 in 10 women and 1 in 50 men
have been stalked, and
in Illinois that is a felony
Domestic violence is about
power and control
In Illinois, 1 in 3 women
and 1 in 4 men are victims
of domestic violence
Domestic violence is not conned
to any one socioeconomic, ethnic,
religious, racial or age group
240 shelter beds are
needed every night in
Chicago’s south suburbs
Domestic violence is the most
common but least reported
crime in he United States
In Illinois, 18.6% of children
are exposed to domestic
violence
Domestic violence knows no
geographic or educational
boundaries
1 in 3 teenage girls say a dating
partner has physically and/or
sexually abused them
Only 34% of people who are
injured by partners receive
medical care for their injuries
#12 facts about domestic violence
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia
is a non-prot community organization
that provides emergency shelter and
other essential services for individuals
and families victimized by domestic
violence and addresses the societal
issues that contribute to domestic violence.
Learn more at crisisctr.org
HELP HOTLINE:
1-708-429-SAFE
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A bassinette is located in the Narthex to accept your donation
of baby clothes: newborn to size 2; diapers or Pull-ups;
baby wipes, lotion, shampoo, bibs, formula, or baby food.
The COURAGE Program is a special and unique ministry based at St. Germaine Parish
in Oak Lawn, Illinois. COURAGE is a volunteer organization built on compassion and
Christian values, advocating for pregnant young women and their families. Through
education and counseling, COURAGE tries to help young women avoid unplanned
pregnancies, but when necessary, seek to offer viable alternatives to abortion, including
adoption and responsible parenting. COURAGE shares resources to help them make
important life decisions on issues of sexuality, self esteem, parenting, personal growth,
and maturity. Through managing crises and establishing personal relationships with
those in need, COURAGE volunteers attempt to guide them calmly into happy and
productive lives. For more information please visit www.courage.com.
January Pro Life Drive
to support COURAGE
Newborn
To Size 2
baby
clothes
lotions
baby wipes
shampoo
diapers
& Pull-ups
bibs
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December 22/25, 2024 Page Seventeen
DID YOU KNOW?
Illinois Residents Deserve Excellent Pain
Management, Not Assisted Suicide
Illinois has excellent, modern palliative care programs to
alleviate suffering—no one’s pain should be unmanagea-
ble in our state. Hospice care is paid for by Medicare, Med-
icaid, and private insurance. We deserve the best in pain
management and quality care, not suicide drugs. Tell
your legislators: VOTE NO on SB3499-Assisted Suicide.
Visit www.ilcatholic.org for information and resources.
Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.)
If you have a problem with alcohol and feel a sincere de-
sire to stop drinking, you are welcome to a meeting of Al-
coholics Anonymous at Seton O’Mara Hall, Thursdays,
7:30-8:45pm. This fellowship of men and women share
their experience, strength, and hope so that they may
solve their common problem and help others to recover.
The only requirement is a sincere desire to stop drinking.
Families Anonymous
Has life gone astray due to living with someone with a
substance abuse problem? Attend Families Anonymous
on Mondays, 7-8:30pm, at Church of the Transfiguration,
12219 S. 86th Ave., PP. Virtual meetings available.
Contact Warren, 708-203-6626 or fa.palos@gmail.com.
St. Michael Ministry
for Mental Health Awareness
DECEMBER PRAYER GATHERING
All are welcome to attend the Mental Health Awareness
Meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 7:00 pm, at St.
Michael Church, 14327 Highland Ave., Orland Park.
The group will meet in the Commons North Room to
pray the Rosary and offer petitions for those in need.
Following prayer, those present can choose to
participate in respectful and confidential sharing with
one another. For more information, please visit
https://saintmike.com/mental-health-ministry/ or send
an email to StMichaelMHAM@gmail.com.
Do you recognize this box?
It is the Saint Vincent DePaul Society Offering Box
SVDP Christmas Collection
For your convenience, SVDP boxes are located at all the entrances of
our church. We depend solely on the contributions placed in the donation
boxes. SVDP members would like to thank all who contributed to the
Thanksgiving collection—and to those who use the SVDP boxes at each
entrance. All monies donated go directly to those in need. We service
clients within our parish boundaries with emergency assistance for
utilities, rent, security deposits, food, clothing, medical, dental, eye care
and occasionally gasoline to get to a job site. As calls come throughout
the year we look to your generosity and sense of sharing and justice to
assist these people. It is your goodness that makes our work possible.
May God continue to bless you!
At Christmastime, Respond Now has been providing
Christmas gifts for children in need from the far south
suburbs for nearly 60 years. Respond Now thanks you
for your recent toy donations that were shared at
their Christmas event held on Dec. 10/11, at the St.
Agnes Parish Center in Chicago Heights. Thank you for
making a child’s Christmas merrier this year!
Respond Now “Christmas Store” Thank You!
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LIVING
the
WORD
LIVING
the
WORD
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DECEMBER 29, 2024
THIS WEEK’S FOCUS:
FAMILY—
THE SCHOOL OF FAITH
We think of church, or perhaps religious education
classes, or a parish school as the places we learn about
faith. But none of these is more central to learning to
live our faith than the household and
family.
FIRST READING
Hannah conceived, and at the end of her term
bore a son whom she called Samuel
(1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28).
SECOND READING
See what love the Father has bestowed on us that we may
be called the children of God (1 John 3:1-2, 21-24).
GOSPEL READING
They found him in the temple, in the midst of the teachers
(Luke 2:41-52).
REFLECTION
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Reflections for the
FEAST OF THE
HOLY FAMILY
Monday
Mal 3:1-4,
23-24
Lk 1:57-66
Tuesday
2 Sm 7:1-5,
8b-12, 14a, 16
Lk 1:67-79
Wednesday
Is 52:7-10
Heb 1:1-6
Jn 1:1-18
Thursday
Acts 6:8-10;
7:54-59
Mt 10:17-22
Friday
1 Jn 1:1-4
Jn 20:1a, 2-8
Saturday
1 Jn 1:5—2:2
Mt 2:13-18
Sunday
1 Sm 1:20-22,
24-28
1 Jn 3:1-2, 21-24
Lk 2:41-52
READINGS FOR THE WEEK [DECEMBER 23-29, 2024]
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Saint of the Week
St. Margaret Clitherow (1556-1586),
the pearl of York hid priests and
allowed Mass to be celebrated in
her home, a criminal oense at the
time. She was pressed to death.
Margaret was canonized by Pope
Paul VI in 1970 as one of 40 martyrs
of England and Wales.
Prayer for
Advent Joy
The news of your coming was met
with boundless joy — ll us anew
with the wonder of your presence.
You are Emmanuel, God with us.
Amen.
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god s.e.n.d. youth ministry
vision statement
Centered on our Catholic Faith's Spiritual Nourishment,
THE EUCHARIST, and as JESUS SENT OUT HIS DISCIPLES
to all of the earth to NOURISH others in His word and deed,
we are being nourished to live out the Gospel in our daily
lives to nurture others we encounter.
UPCOMING EVENTS
All are welcome, so invite a friend or two…
or a few!
Due to Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve falling on a
Tuesday, the Tuesday Youth Gatherings are cancelled and
will resume on Jan. 7, 2025. For the month of Jan. 2025, all
Weekly Tuesday Youth Gatherings will be at St. Stephen
Church Youth Room.,17500 S. 84th Ave., Tinley Park.
▪ CHRISTMAS CAROLING COMMUNITY SERVICE
ASSISTED LIVING/MEMORY CARE LOCATIONS
Brookdale, Dec. 22, 2pm; Bickford, Dec. 22, 6pm. Attend
one or both! DRESS FESTIVE! Arrive 30 minutes before.
RSVP required. Music provided.
▪ SCENE 75 INDOOR ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
SOCIAL EVENT
Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, 460 S. Weber Rd., Romeoville,
60446. $25 fee includes facility use from 5:00-9:00 pm,
$45, game card, half a pizza, and unlimited soft drinks.
*Payment must be cash or a check and can be made
out to St. Elizabeth Seton Parish. Transportation is on your
own. Deadline to register is Thursday, Dec. 26. Parent/
Guardian Consent Form is required (form available on our
website, https://sendyouthministry.org/)
Questions/Information please contact: Dcn. John Sobol,
708-986-2446 or jsobol@steseton.com
Request to follow the SES_SSDM_Youth_Ministry
GODSEND EVENT INFO ON OUR WEBSITE:
HTTPS://SENDYOUTHMINISTRY.ORG
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GodSEND YOUTH MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT EVENT
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN SERVICE TRIP
On Nov. 2, St. Francis of Assisi Youth Ministry and our
GodSEND Youth Ministry ventured to Libertyville, IL,
to assemble 3 lb. grain and oats meal bags. These meal
bags are shipped to poverty-stricken areas of the
world allowing children to ration these bags of food
for two-three days’ worth of meals. This Corporal Work
of Mercy allowed our youth to reflect and thank God
for the nourishment we receive. In addition to this
community service, the two youth groups and the par-
ish chaperones broke bread together, socialized, and
attended the St. Stephen Deacon & Martyr 5:00 pm
Mass. Through the three pillars of Spiritual, Serving,
and Socially, both parishes collaborated to live out the
UNITY of our Catholic Faith CommUNITY.
FRIENDSGIVING
GodSEND Youth Ministry celebrated a festive Friendsgiv-
ing to continue building relationships with one another
through meal fellowship and social activities. The meal
fellowship was accentuated by the generously scrumptious
sides the youth kindly provided for the main meal, turkey
and ham. he social activities were team Thanksgiving trivia,
an air hockey tournament, and mini-shuffleboard tourna-
ment. Winners received gift cards for their efforts. We are
thankful for our youth and their families who continue to
support us.
What led you to God's calling?
ASK A PRIEST OR NUN
Fr. Dan (St. Elizabeth Seton Church), Fr. Kevin (St. Elizabeth Seton Church), Fr. Matt (St. Stephen Deacon &
Martyr Church), and Fr. Paul (St. George Church), and Sr. Marie (Franciscan Sister of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Order) helped provide insight of what led them to answer God’s call to their vocation during our “Ask a Priest
or a Nun,” Nov. 19, weekly Tuesday Youth Gathering. We are blessed by God for their Catholic Church and
catechesis leadership.
BUCKETS OF HOPE FOR
HURRICANE KATRINA
Our youth collected cases of
water, diapers, pull-ups, baby
wipes, totaling $2,500 worth
of items. Both the drivers and
items packed into their cars
were blessed before they left
the parishes. A testament to
our youth on caring for
others.
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CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL
A Twice-Recognized National Blue Ribbon School
of Academic Excellence
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School is sponsored by St. Francis of Assisi, St. Julie Billiart, St. Stephen Deacon &
Martyr, and St. Elizabeth Seton. Additionally, we welcome children from other parishes and households whose par-
ents are seeking a Christ-centered, academically excellent educational environment. CJB is located next to St. Eliz-
abeth Seton Parish (9250 W. 167th Street in Orland Hills).
Does CJB offer Pre-K and Kindergarten classes in addition to Grades 1-8?
Yes! In addition to full-day Pre-K for 3 and 4-year old children, we offer morning half-day sessions. Kindergarten,
just like Grades 1-8, is full-day (7:40 am–2:40 pm).
How do I register?
Registration BEGINS in January. Complete the 2025-26 application found at www.cjbschool.org. Once submitted,
mail or drop off original birth and baptismal certificates (originals will be returned), and a one-time family registration
fee of $250. Grades 1-8 should include a copy of the 2024-25 first semester report card and standardized test re-
sults. We will continue accepting applications until all spaces are filled.
Does CJB have a School Nurse? Academic Support? Social Emotional Learning?
Yes to all three! We have nurses on staff in addition to a director of academic support and her team, as well as our
director of social/emotional learning to work with all of our students.
How much is tuition? Is there Financial Aid?
Tuition for next school year will be announced once budget meetings are finalized. Financial assistance is available
for parishioner families in Grades K-8. Tuition can be paid monthly. Parishioner tuition for the current year is as fol-
lows. K-8 is $6,550. Full-day Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 is $6,950. Half-day 3PK is $3,850. Half-day 4PK is $4,500. Upon
completion of the online application, you will have an opportunity to apply for financial aid. Financial applications
must be submitted by mid-March.
Is there a “Before and After School” Program?
Yes! Our Extended Day Program opens at 6:30 am and closes when the school day begins; it re-opens at 2:40 pm
and closes for the night at 6:00 pm. All registered students may attend the Extended Day Program. Charges are
billed monthly.
Share the news of CJB with your family, friends and neighbors who may be looking for an academically
excellent school! Experience the CJB Difference!
For questions, contact our Enrollment Director, Mrs. Cynthia Devlin
cdevlin@cjbschool.org or call 708-403-6525 x. 127
YOUR PARISH SCHOOL WISHES YOU A
MERRY CHRISTMAS and a BLESSED NEW YEAR
Mrs. Jeanne Pagliaro, Principal
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS December 22/25, 2024 Page Twenty Three
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS Page Twenty Four December 22/25, 2024
PLEASE CONSIDER A GIFT TO THE
CHURCH THAT PAYS YOU BACK
The spirit of giving is most evident during the Advent sea-
son. A Charitable Gift Annuity is a fantastic way to make a
gift to the Church and receive fixed payments for life—
benefitting you today and our parish in the future. You can
schedule payments according to your financial needs, and
enjoy immediate and future tax benefits, including a federal
income tax deduction for a portion of your gift, if you item-
ize. Also, a portion of each annuity payment will be tax-free
(through life expectancy). The funds remaining after your
lifetime will support our parish or school – as designated
by you. For information, contact Donna Stolinski, Business
Manager, dstolinski@steseton.com or 708-403-0101 x106
or visit giving.archchicago.org/cga.
DID YOU KNOW?
ASSISTED SUICIDE INCETIVIZES DENYING TREATMENT
Insurance companies have turned down coverage for can-
cer treatments but offered to pay for suicide drugs instead.
Furthermore, the disabled community already faces de-
moralization and oppression in seeking adequate medical
care. Assisted suicide encourages this kind of prejudice.
Access Living, Progress Center for Independent Living and
the National Council on Disability oppose assisted suicide.
People need quality medical care and treatment, not as-
sisted suicide. Tell you state legislators to Vote NO on
SB3499-assisted suicide. Visit www.ilcatholic.org for addi-
tional information and resources.
Christmas Flower
Memorial Gift
Christmas Flower envelopes
are in your monthly packet.
If you already sent in a flower
memorial gift, fill out this form
so we can publish the names of your loved one(s)
in the bulletin after Christmas.
Given in Memory of
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
____________________________________________
Given by
________________________
Please place in collection
BEGINS JAN 3
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT/CHRISTMAS
Pastoral Staff
Rev. Kevin McCray, Pastor
kmccray@steseton.com
Very Rev. William T. Corcoran, Ph.D., Senior Associate
wcorcoran@steseton.com
Rev. Daniel Korenchan, Associate Pastor
dkorenchan@steseton.com
Rev. William T. O’Mara, Pastor Emeritus
Deacon Robert (Catherine) Velcich
bvelcich@steseton.com
Deacon John Sobol, jsobol@steseton.com
Music Ministry
Ilya Vanichkin, Director of Music, music@steseton.com
Parish Office Staff
Donna Stolinski, Business Manager
dstolinski@steseton.com
Karen Mirecki, Secretary
karenm@steseton.com
Darlene Raila, Communications
raila@steseton.com
Youth/Young Adult Ministry
Deacon John Sobol, jsobol@steseton.com
Kyle Radgowski, Young Adult Ministry Coordinator
Religious Education Staff
Diana Barracca, Catechesis
barracca@steseton.com
Mary Vlaming, Catechesis
mvlaming@steseton.com
Maintenance Staff
Raymond Yanowsky, Director of Maintenance
ryanowsky@steseton.com
Carlos Juarez, Staff
Maria Makuch, Staff
Dan Kosty, Staff
REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday: 9:00 am
Saturday: 5:00 pm
Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30am
ROSARY: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:30am
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET: Wednesdays, 9:30am
ST. ELIZABETH SETON PARISH INFORMATION
◼ New Parishioners We welcome all to participate in the life and mission of the parish.
A complete listing of parish services/organizations is available in the parish office and on
our parish website. Please visit the parish office to register or obtain the registration form
on the parish website: www.steseton.com.
◼ Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays, 4:00-4:45pm
◼ Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated twice monthly at 1pm. Reserve your time by
calling the parish office early. Limit of two children per Sunday.
◼ Baptismal Preparation Couples preparing for the birth of their child should contact
the parish office to register for a one-night seminar, focusing on a parent’s role in faith development. Session is man-
datory prior to the Baptism.
◼ Anointing of the Sick available in the Church every Monday after the 9:00 am Mass. For those who are ill or
facing hospitalization, it is appropriate to receive the sacrament once every six months. Call 708-403-0101.
◼ Order of Christian Initiation of Adults [O.C.I.A.]
Adults, 18 yrs. & older, who wish to become Catholic are enrolled in a formation process (OCIA) that includes prayer,
dialogue, instruction, and introduction to the Church’s life and values, rituals and traditions. Call 708-403-0101.
◼ Ministry of Care is available to give Communion to the housebound, to visit and pray for hospitalized and/or to
arrange for the Anointing of the Sick. Please call the Parish Office at 708-403-0101 for assistance.
◼ In the Hospital? Because of HIPAA Privacy regulations hospitals can no longer contact the parish regarding
your hospitalization. It is the responsibility of you or a family member to notify our parish. We desire to offer whatever
spiritual support we can. Please call the Parish Office at 708-403-0101 for assistance.
◼ Sacrament of Marriage Couples planning to marry are asked to make arrangements six months in advance.
◼ Wedding Workshops offered throughout the year, provide engaged couples with guidelines/suggestions for the
celebration of the Sacrament of Marriage. The workshop covers topics on readings, music, flowers and video taping.
◼ Adult Choir sings at Sunday Mass/special liturgies. Please contact Music Director at music@steseton.com.
◼ Teen Choir sings at the 11:30am Sunday Masses. Please contact our Music Director at music@steseton.com.
◼ Moving? Please call the office at 708-403-0101.
Saint Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church
9300 West 167th St., Orland Hills, IL 708-403-0101 Fax 708-403-0105
Children’s Religious Education Office: 708-403-0137
REGULAR PARISH OFFICE HOURS: MON-FRI: 9AM-1PM SAT: CLOSED SUN: 8AM-1PM
Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School
WEBSITE: WWW.CJBSCHOOL.ORG 708-403-6525
Principal: Jeanne Pagliaro Administrative Assistant: Cindy Labriola Devlin
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