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Epiphany of the Lord
January 2 , 2022
St. Alexander Parish Administration Directory
Parish Administrative Center St. Alexander School
7025 W. 126th St. Palos Heights, IL 60463 126th St. and 71st Ave. Palos Heights, IL 60463
Phone: 708-448-4861 Phone: 708-448-0408 Fax: 708-448-5947
Fax: 708-448-0039 Principal: …………………………………….…... Sharon O’Toole
Pastor: ………………...….. Rev. Martin Michniewicz ext. 227 Assistant Principal: …………………...……… Mary Dombrowski
Deacons: ……..…. Jim Horton, Tim Keating, Michael Ciciura Administrative Assistants: Mary Ann Pellicore & Renee Chavez
Director Parish Home & Health Ministry: Jim Horton ext. 232 School Web: …………………....... www.stalexanderschool.com
Operations Manager: ……………….. Paula Somers ext. 233 School E-Mail: ……………........... info@stalexanderschool.com
Director of Music: …………………. Matthew Berardi ext. 224 Religious Education Office
Youth Minister: ………………...……… Tyler Ried - 448-6624 126th St. and 71st Ave. Palos Heights, IL 60463
Athletic Director ………………………...….. Michael Kennedy
Phone: 708-448-6624
Counseling Center: …………………...…… 448-4861 ext.310
Coordinator of Religious Education: ………...……… Tyler Ried
Director: .…………. Sr. Claire Marie Czerwiec, SSND, LCPC Religious Ed. E-Mail: …………….…….. tried@archchicago.org
Parish E-Mail: ………………………. alchurch1@comcast.net Knights of Columbus: ………………………... 448-4861 ext. 400
St. Alexander on the Web: ..……. www.stalexanderpalos.org Knight of Columbus on the Web: ...……. www.kofc14057.org
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Spreading the Holy Fire
Celebrating Christ Risen from the Dead through the 7 Sacraments
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BAPTISM CONFIRMATION
Celebration of Entrance into Christ’s Church Celebration of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
You must be a registered parishioner in this parish. This Sacrament is normally celebrated in 8th Grade and is
At least one Godparent must be a practicing Catholic. The a 2 year program of preparation.
other must be a Christian. Confirmation Contacts:
Parents must register for a class on Baptism BEFORE your Tyler Ried - Religious Education 448-6624
baby is baptized. Archdiocesan required classes are held once Sharon O’Toole - School 448-0408
a month, usually on the 1st Tuesday of the month, and facili- The Archdiocese also offers classes for adults wishing to
tated by trained parishioners. receive Confirmation. Adult Confirmation Contact -
Baptism contact Joan DeVito 448-4861 ext. 237 Deacon Tim Keating or Deacon Jim Horton 448-4861
RCIA Celebration of the Rites of Christian Initiation of Adults
This process is for adults who would like to join the Roman Catholic Church and have never been Baptized, or were Baptized
in another Christian denomination. There is also a process for children (RCIC) and teens (RCIT).
RCIA/RCIC/RCIT contact - Deacon Tim Keating or Deacon Jim Horton 448-4861
EUCHARIST
Celebration of Sharing Fully at Christ’s Altar of Sacrifice & Communion with Jesus and His Church
Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) Eucharistic Adoration
Sunday Vigil: 5:00 PM (Saturday)
Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM, & 6:00 PM Evening of Prayer and Adoration
Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM
On the 1st Saturday
Saturday Morning: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM - Rosary
First Saturday Devotions after 8:00 AM Mass 5:00 PM - Mass
Holy Day Vigil: 7:00 PM 6:00 PM - Prayers for Healing
Holy Day: 8:30 AM & 7:00 PM
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ANOINTING OF THE SICK RECONCILIATION
Celebration of God’s Restorative Love & Forgiveness Celebration of God’s Forgiveness
Sacrament offers strength to the living. If someone becomes through Personal Confession
seriously ill, please call the Parish Administrative Center. Saturday Morning: 8:30 AM (until all are heard)
Ministers of Care are available to bring Holy Communion and/
Saturday Evening: after the 5:00 PM Mass
or visit with the sick and homebound.
Also every 1st Saturday after the 5:00 PM Mass Other Times by Appointment
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MATRIMONY HOLY ORDERS
Celebration of God’s Blessings on the Loving Union Celebration of Ordained Service to the Church
between Man and Woman The three offices of the Sacrament of Holy Orders are bishop,
Please call the Parish Administration Center at least 4 months priest and deacon. All three are conferred by the sacramental
in advance of your wedding. Pre-Cana for engaged couples act called “ordination.”
is required by the Archdiocese. Priesthood Contact - Fr. Michniewicz 448-4861 ext 227
Matrimony Contact: Archdiocese of Chicago Vocation Director:
Fr. Martin Michniewicz 708-448-4861 Rev. Timothy Monahan 312-534-8298
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FROM OUR PASTOR
Dear Parishioners,
As the liturgical season of Christmas soon comes to an end, I would like to thank all the people who
helped make our liturgical celebrations so spiritually meaningful and enjoyable. Such as our parish Arts
and Environment Committee who put so much time into planning and decorating our church this year for
Christmas (if you recall last year we had limited decorations due to the pandemic). Also, our parish Musi-
cians and Cantors for their extra hours of practice and for their wonderful execution of their skills leading
our congregation in singing and spiritual reflection. All our Ushers, Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Altar
Servers, and others who assisted at Mass to celebrate this special season. Finally, a big thanks to all our
parishioners who participated in our Masses, both in person and at home, and for all those who were so
generous by donating to our Christmas collections either in person or via the mail. Your generosity is
greatly appreciated, especially during these challenging times, as we continue to celebrate the sacraments
and the many ministries at St. Alexander Parish.
Many thanks to Robert Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home and Lawn Funeral Homes who sponsored our
2022 calendars. We still have plenty of calendars available so please feel free to take several and distrib-
ute them to neighbors, friends, and other parishioners who might not be able to attend Mass.
Thanks also to Mary Sodetz who organized this year’s Sharing Tree, and to all those parishioners who
participated by purchasing gift cards or donating money. Thanks to your generosity many people at The
Port Ministries were able celebrate Christmas with a meal, warm clothes, and a gift for their children.
God Bless,
Father Marty
YOU’RE EPIPHANY
Solemn things of mystic meaning:
INVITED! Incense doth the God disclose;
Gold a royal Child proclaimeth;
St. Alexander Myrrh a future tomb foreshows.
Prayer Shawl
Ministry Meeting
Saturday January 8th 9:00 AM — Room 311 WORD OF LIFE
Meetings are in the SAVE Room (just follow “Like every other human family, the Holy Family
the signs) and usually last an hour. Items are had to confront real and concrete challenges. Yet,
made in our homes, and then we gather at ‘in every situation, Joseph declared his own
our meeting to wrap and label them. We ‘fiat’’ (PC 3). His ‘yes’ to the Lord meant that re-
meet once every two months and share the gardless of the hardship and personal sacrifice to
joy of our gifts and prayers with many people himself, he consistently chose to put the needs of
in need in our parish and elsewhere. Mary and Jesus before his own. Joseph’s devotion
helps reveal to us our own call to show special
If you want to see what we are all about, care for the lives of those whom God has entrust-
come out and join us. For more information ed to us.”
please call Rosemary at 708-293-8884. —USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities
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SCRIPTURE
REFLECTION
In our celebration of the Epiphany, two interwoven
Calvin Christopher Honnert, son of Christopher & themes are present in the readings today. God is begin-
Marie, was baptized by Deacon Michael Ciciura on ning something new, and God gathers all of humanity
Sunday, December 19, 2021. to participate. For Isaiah, God’s bright light, manifest-
We welcome him into the family of the church and ed in the people of Israel, attracts and summons people
offer his parents our prayers and good wishes. from many nations to Jerusalem. In the letter to the
Ephesians, God’s grace makes the Gentiles co-heirs
and co-partners in the gospel. Matthew tells the story
of the fulfillment of God’s promises to Israel through
the birth of Jesus, and simultaneously leading foreign-
ers to share in these same promises. With the birth of
Jesus, God chose a particular people, in a particular
time and place, to enter most directly into the human
story. Today’s readings teach that God did this in or-
der to gather all people, all cultures, into unity with
We ask you to remember and pray for the souls of God. Like the magi, we are drawn into a journey to-
the faithful departed. May they forever rest in the ward God, becoming co-partners in God’s work.
Lord’s peace. We especially pray for:
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Richard Capuano, husband of Glenda
Walter Jasek, husband of Betty
Today’s Readings: Is 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-13;
Mary Somers, mother of Kathy Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12
Contact the parish office if you would like Home Bound or Ill?
to have a Mass intention for 2022. Please If you, or someone you know, are
note that Mass intentions are not just for the unable to attend Mass and would
deceased but for anyone you would like to like to receive communion in their
include in prayer. home, please call Deacon Jim Horton
at 708-448-4861, ext. 232.
Prayers of the Faithful READINGS FOR THE WEEK
for the Sick
January 3-9, 2022
As the faith family of St. Alexander, we
unite with one another to pray for those Monday: 1 Jn 3:22 — 4:6; Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a;
who need healing of their body, mind or Mt 4:12-17, 23-25
spirit. Confident that God hears the voices of those who Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10; Ps 72:1-4, 7-8; Mk 6:34-44
trust in the Lord Jesus, we join in prayer for: Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13;
Mk 6:45-52
Tatiana Ranftl Dale Yukich Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19 — 5:4; Ps 72:1-2, 14, 15bc, 17;
Mary James Ed Mucha Lk 4:14-22a
Nancy Tarka Ava Long Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20;
John Duzansky Hedie Alt Lk 5:12-16
George Ryniak Maggie Campbell Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149:1-6a, 9b; Jn 3:22-30
Baby Patrick Gartner III Sunday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 29:1-4,
If you or anyone in your family would like to be added 3, 9-10 or Ps 104:1b-4, 24-25, 27-30;
to our Prayers of the Faithful for the Sick please contact Acts 10:34-38 or Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7;
the Parish Administrative Office at 708-448-4861. Lk 3:15-16, 21-22
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About 200 St. Alexander School and Religious Education students recently participated in the
Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge with winners in various age categories. Winners (in alphabetical order):
Mary DiVincenzo, Daniel Dougherty, Brian Lech, Emily Neven, Sienna Randall, Gavin Reed, Brooke Rodriguez.
Our Members in the Military
Scott Golich - U.S. Navy Robert Brennan - U.S. Army
Stephen LaPiana - U.S. Army Scott Milcarek - U.S. Army
Matthew Brennan - U.S. Air Force Charles Berglund - U.S. Marines
Andrew Nissen - U.S. Marines Lawrence J. Prete - U.S. Marines
Shannon Lungaro - U.S. Navy Andrew Cleland - U.S. Army
Alan Filipiak - U.S. Navy John Hoban III - U.S. Army
A. Amanda Cleland - U.S. Air Force Mark Filipiak - U.S. Marines
St. Alexander Parish lists the names of Joshua Bramlett U.S. Navy Nick Albergo - U.S. Army
active military personnel of parishion- Amanda Brennan - U.S. Army Matthew Bramlett - U.S. Navy
ers and their family members in our Kyle Hite - U.S. Army David Lindstrom - National Guard
weekly bulletin. We keep them in our Roger Benda - U.S. Marines Daniel Weakley - U.S. Navy
thoughts and prayers as they protect James M. Bilder - U.S. Army Stephen Vossler - U.S. Navy
our country and freedom. Nicholas Wineman - U.S. Marines Vito Barraco - U.S. Army
If you have a relative who is an active David Below - U.S. Marines Ryan Grant - U.S. Army
member in the United States Military Kevin Lewis - U.S. Navy Nicholas Crot - U.S. Marines
and would like them listed in the bulle- Michael Lindstrom - U.S. Army Steven Lungaro - U.S. Navy
tin, contact Nancy at the Parish Office, Jared Maechetle - U.S. Marines Thomas Gregory - U.S. Marines
448-4861. Please inform us if the service Mary Kate Wetzel - U.S. Marines Paul Gregory - U.S. Marines
person listed is no longer active in the Ben St. Aubin - U. S. Navy Kate Risden - U.S. Navy
military at home or abroad. Chloe Van Witzenburg - U.S. Army Ryan Graeber - U.S. Marines
Isaac Baines - U.S. Navy Cameron Smentek - U.S. Army
Our Knights of Columbus Council Gino Albergo - U.S. Army Judith Hite - U.S. Army
#14057 would like to offer military fami- Hanna Van Witzenburg - U.S. Army Nolan Smith - U.S. Navy
lies Blue Star Banners. If you would like Anthony Baudo - U.S. Army Cody Goldman - National Guard
to receive a Blue Star Banner, please call Michael D. Faloona - National Guard Jake Soukup - U.S. Army
the Parish Office at 708-448-4861. Hunter Leschman - U.S. Navy Jose Sanchez - U.S. Army
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ST.ALEXANDER SCHOOL HAPPENINGS
May the Joy and
Peace of Christmas Season
be with you all
through the New Year
~ The St. Alexander School Community
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A Prayer for “Renew My Church”
Lord Jesus, you speak to us today, as you spoke to stay together in charity
to holy men and women who have gone before to surrender our own plans readily
us. In every age and in our own time, you call to to embrace the greater good
us and say: Renew My Church. to hand on your gifts to future generations
Pour out the gift of your Holy Spirit upon us, May we remain in the holy company of the Blessed
and so enable us Virgin Mary, the apostles, and all the saints.
to hear you clearly May their example and presence inspire us with
to listen to each other attentively patient con idence in the work of your grace.
to imagine our future boldly We ask this of you who live and reign with the
to discern your direction wisely Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
to persevere in your holy will courageously forever and ever. Amen
Do you attend Mass regularly, but crave something more? Using the new Pilgrimage
app, you can journey through Scripture with friends, and your group. Your group will
have access to a message board, which enables you to ask questions, start discussions,
share content and connect with fellow group members, all from within the app. Learn
more: www.pilgrimage.americanbible.org/
E-Giving Made Easy
If you would like to make a
one-time electronic donation,
please scan
Many of you may take advantage of the conven- this bar code.
ience of electronic giving to our parish and we are
grateful for that. For those of you who have yet to Scroll down to “One –Time Gifts”
and enter the amount and type of
join us in giving online, we strongly encourage
payment. It’s that simple!
you to do so. Here’s why:
Faith Direct enables parishioners to make your
Church contributions through either direct debit
from your checking/savings account or through EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
your credit/debit card. No more writing checks or Saturday, January 8th
searching for envelopes on the way out the door. 5:00 PM— Steve Lukasik, Dolores Gorski
Now you can apply the convenience of direct debit
Sunday, January 9th
to your parish offerings in much the same way as
7:30 AM— Ruth Macey, Susan Chillmon
you may now use it to make your mortgage, car or
9:30 AM— Guido Cadore, Eric Stroner
tuition payments. 11:30 AM— Tom Stuchly, Joan Obiala
Faith Direct also offers you personalized offertory 6:00 PM— Merrill Jurgens, Sharon Ayres
cards to replace your envelopes for the collection LECTORS
basket. To cancel your monthly envelopes, Saturday, January 8th
please notify the parish office at 708-448-4861.
5:00 PM— Bill Rogers, Jan John
This is not done automatically when signing up
Sunday, January 9th
for electronic giving.
7:30 AM— Mary Dombrowski
Please visit www.faithdirect.net to enroll secure- 9:30 AM— Rich Cruz
ly online. Or, download the Faith Direct app onto 11:30 AM— Mary Lally, James Clark
your smartphone. Our parish code is IL910. 6:00 PM— Johanna Jurgens, Bob Ayres
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2022 PARISH CALENDARS PASTORAL COUNSELING SERVICES
Please pick up your complimentary AT ST. ALEXANDER PARISH
copy available in the Narthex after Services for individuals,
all Masses. couples & families
For more information, call
448-4861 ext. 310
Sr. Claire M. Czerwiec, SSND, LCPC
Pastoral Counselor & Spiritual Director
LEGACY PLANNING
Your generosity during your lifetime has ena-
bled St. Alexander Parish to serve the people of
God in this community. Continue to be a part of
the strength of this community by considering a
gift through your will or trust to continue the
work of our parish and school.
Prepare or update your will or trust today by
contacting an attorney. For sample bequest
language, contact Fr. Marty at 708-448-4861.
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Friday, January 7th (St. Raymond of Penyafort)
8:30 AM— Timothy Jarema
Colleen J. Nix
Jason Lewis
Ann & Joseph Malacina
Saturday, January 8th
EPIPHANY OF THE LORD 8:00 AM— Colleen J. Nix
JANUARY 2, 2022
THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD
Saturday, January 1st JANUARY 9, 2022
5:00 PM— John Janik (10th Anniversary)
James C. O’Malley Saturday, January 8th
Therese Kearney 5:00 PM— Beverly Avery
Sunday, January 2nd Mary Sharon Lazarski
7:30 AM— Aggie Palmer Eva Ritz
Frank J. Andriacchi Helen Bilina
Patricia Maude Tony McLaughlin
Colleen J. Nix Steve Horvath
David Barrett James Grisolano
Jim & Kathy Gillespie Sunday, January 9th
9:30 AM— John Haberkorn 7:30 AM— For the Parishioners
Denise Huguelet Aggie Palmer
Barbara Oswald Colleen J. Nix
Ed Beaulieu Vincent & Mary Hoban
11:30 AM— George Lombard Josephine Data
Beverly Avery Robert McQuiston
Dan O’Neil 9:30 AM— Lorraine Lockie
Tony McLaughlin Joan & Dan Bagniewski
James Grisolano Therese Kearney
6:00 PM— For the Parishioners James O’Malley Sr.
Monday, January 3rd (The Most Holy Name of Jesus) Brian Cadore
8:30 AM— JoAnne Conway Eva Ritz
Chuck McClain (17th Anniversary) Norma Burke
Mary Jo Saplin 11:30 AM— Shirley Van Henkelum
Bart Johnson Geraldine Payette
Colleen J. Nix Ed Beaulieu
Tuesday, January 4th (St. Elizabeth Ann Seton) Lourdesita Gorecho
8:30 AM— Erika Frelander (3rd Anniversary) 6:00 PM— Rosario Baio
Colleen J. Nix
Mary Ellen Knight
John Janik ALTAR SERVERS
Wednesday, January 5th (St. John Neumann) Saturday, January 8th
8:30 AM— Leandro Zunica
5:00 PM—
Colleen J. Nix
Thursday, January 6th (St. André Bessette) Sunday, January 9th
8:30 AM— Patrick Murphy 7:30 AM—
Margaret Corbett 9:30 AM— Bryan Lech, Brendan Stroner
Joshua Haberkorn 11:30 AM—
Colleen J. Nix 6:00 PM—
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