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St. Mary of Gostyn Catholic Church
March 20, 2022
In 1908, the Illinois High School Association should be on fire for all the ways they can do good in
sponsored a small invitational basketball tournament the name of the Lord. Go out there and give it your all!
that quickly grew to a statewide event due to its
The messages of St. Paul and the Holy Father on
popularity. As years went on, this tournament
perseverance and persistence are so relevant to
consistently sold out the University of Illinois
keeping the flame of faith and salvation alive in the
gymnasium in Urbana-Champaign and was commonly
minds, hearts and souls of Christ’s followers. In this
referred to as "March Madness.” This term of
time of extended pandemic and constant bad-news
endearment is also used to promote the National
cycles, we are in need of God’s burning love, mercy,
Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball
compassion, healing, hope, joy and peace more than
tournament.
ever. We are encouraged not only to personally
The word “madness” has many connotations and embrace this relationship with the Lord, but also to
definitions. In this case, “madness” refers to the fervor, share it with others with our words, attitudes and
passion and enthusiasm that accompanies the actions.
tournament. Using that definition, let's imagine what it
The pope also reminds us that if we do not give
would be like if we were to approach the 40 days
up, if we stay in the game, then victory is ours. That
before Easter as “Lenten Madness.” Just think of a
victory certainly looks different from winning the
fervent, passionate and enthusiastic Lent.
NCAA tournament. As missionary disciples, our
We have become accustomed during “March victory is sharing in the life and salvation that was won
Madness” to see and read feature stories about Sister through Christ’s suffering, death and resurrection. The
Jean, BVM. She is the legendary chaplain of the Loyola Holy Father reminds us to never take our eyes off the
Ramblers men’s basketball team. Even though she loves prize. “If we do not give up, we shall reap ourharvest
the sport of basketball and supporting her team, never in due time and that, with the gift of perseverance, we
doubt her true passion. Anyone who knows her, knows shall obtain what was promised, for our salvation and
that her deepest love is being a servant of God and the salvation of others. By cultivating fraternal love
devoting her life to helping others. towards everyone, we are united to Christ, who gave
his life for our sake, and we are granted a foretaste of
On February 24, our Holy Father released beautiful
the joy of the kingdom of heaven, when God will be
message for Lent 2022. I invite you to read and reflect
‘all in all.’” (Pope Francis, Lenten Message 2022,
on the pope’s powerful words as a way of preparing for
Section 3)
this holy season: www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/
messages/lent/documents/20211111-messaggio- Lent is a time that we are invited to grow closer to
quaresima2022.html the Lord with our acts of penance, prayer and
almsgiving. It is all too easy to approach this sacred
In his Lenten message, Pope Francis reflects on St.
time with a status quo mentality or lackluster energy.
Paul’s exhortation to the Galatians: “Let us not grow
We might say, “I will give up this” or “I will do that.”
tired of doing good, for in due time we shall reap our
But then we may neglect to back it up with the needed
harvest, if we do not give up. So then, while we have
fervor, passion and enthusiasm. This year, however, I
the opportunity, let us do good to all.” (Gal: 6:9-10)
invite you, within the life of the Church, to get off the
You can almost hear St. Paul delivering those words of
bench and back into the game. Let’s strive to make this
encouragement to the Galatians, like a basketball coach
a time of renewal and conversion that leads us deeper
animating his or her team during halftime. Basically, St.
into our love of God and neighbor. In other words,
Paul is inspiring those followers of Christ to not lose
let’s make this blessed season a time of “Lenten
heart, to not grow weary or apathetic. Instead, they
Madness.”
Prayer Requests Baptism
St. Mary of Gostyn Parish Family welcomed
the following child to the Catholic Faith
through the Sacrament of Baptism recently:
The following persons have requested prayers
Elizabeth Grace Adams,
from our parish community: Daughter of Thomas & Caitlin Adams
Lois Bach Kathy O’Keefe Spencer Mehr Casey Christopher Catral,
Rita Lukowski Tom Barney Carmela Martini Son of Brian & Nicole Catral
Raegan Elise Hoffman,
Hugh Toner Baby Jack Massura Kathy Noonan
Daughter of Eric & Melissa Hoffman
Linda Barcelona Nicole Moyer Keith Warpinski
Joe Leto Rudolph Spacal Charles Zezulak Sr.
John Sommer Ron Gatto Charlene Oliver
Kathy Berg Nicholas Affatato Irene Simatic
Linda Badalamenti Joshua Smith Patricia Brennan
A Warm Welcome
We welcome:
In Sympathy Jared & Callie Rummel
Our deepest sympathy to the families of who registered at St. Mary of Gostyn
George Durante, father of Lynn Aument Parish recently.
Brenda Fetch
Norm Olafson
March 2022
Dear Friends,
Our diocese will take up the annual second collec on for Catholic Relief Services on March 27, and it could not
come at a more fortunate me.
As the arm of the Catholic Church that helps the poor and vulnerable overseas, Catholic Relief Services plays a vital
role during emergencies such as the war in Ukraine. When Russia launched a military invasion of Ukraine last
month, Catholic Relief Services immediately contacted its partners in that country to help families fleeing to safety.
The agency and its workers set up field kitchens that offered food. They established evacua on centers to provide
shelter, food and counseling for displaced families. They rescued children from areas of conflict and relocated them
to safe zones.
Your support of Catholic Relief Services funds organiza ons dedicated to aiding people affected by war and natural
disasters, migrants and refugees in need of material and legal assistance, and people worldwide whose livelihoods
are impacted by changing poli cal and environmental condi ons.
This is life-saving work. Thank you for your support of our neighbors overseas with your dona on to the humanitar-
ian mission of Catholic Relief Services.
Paz y bien,
Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks
Bishop of Joliet
March 20, 2022 Page 3
Our Catholic Faith with Fr. Keith:
We are familiar with the Lenten devotion of the
Stations of the Cross which each stop to prayerfully reflect
MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2022 on that final journey of Jesus to Mount Calvary. The Via
6:00 PM - Frank Bobek Sr. req. St. Mary Parish & Staff Dolorosa in Jerusalem winds through the
ancient, holy city along the familiar path where Our Lord
TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2022 carried the Cross, received the care of Veronica’s veil and
9:00 AM - Christa Lenski req. Family the help of Simon the Cyrene, and endured the final agony
Joan Fox req. Deanna Giutoli of the Crucifixion. About seven years ago, I had the
opportunity to study abroad for a semester in the Holy
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2022 Lands. Participating in the Via Dolorosa along the same
9:00 AM - Robert Olp req. Gerry & Carolyn Mueller route and steps of Jesus allowed me to experience a
sorrowful intimacy with Our Lord. The devotion usually
THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2022 includes fourteen reflections bookended with the Stabat
9:00 AM - Carolyn Fiel req. Golly Family Mater musically transitioning between each station. The
popularization of this devotion in Lent began in the earliest
FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2022 centuries of the Church reaching worldwide appeal on
9:00 AM - Helen Davy req. Mike & Mary SIgner Fridays during Lent and Good Friday during the Sacred
Paschal Triduum of Holy Week. The walls of parish church-
SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 2022 es are adorned with the stations as both an aid to this
4:00 PM - Cindy Ruginis req. Al Ruginis devotion and a year-round reminder of the sacrifice of
Jesus. Lent is a journey in the footsteps of Christ. We walk
SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2022 with him in the wilderness just as he made his way through
8:00 AM - Terry O’Dekirk req. Mike & Mary Signer the desert. We make each step with him along the proces-
Sharon Paul req. Mike & Mary Signer sion through the Holy City when we participate in the
10:00 AM - People of the Parish Stations of the Cross. I encourage you to go at least once
12:00 PM - Sheila Belano req. Mary Calistro during this holy season in order to recharacterize this time
6:00 PM - Jake Jurinek req. Marty & Jean McGrath of year with prayer, reflection, and a deeper immersion in
some of the final mysteries of the life of Christ. We walk
with him as he walks for us.
Please prayerfully consider giving to our
parish community online as it does benefit
our parish in many important ways.
I T ’ S S A F E . I T ’ S SI M P L E . I T ’ S C O N V E N I E N T .
Donate today using your debit, credit card, By WeShare
checking, or savings account.
1. Visit https://stmarygostyn.churchgiving.com
2. Click on the collection you wish to donate to.
3. Click Recurring Donation,enter your donation amount
and frequency. BANK
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School News
March 20, 2022 Page 5Adult Faith Page 6 Third Sunday of Lent
St. Mary of Gostyn Parish
445 Prairie Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 ~ 630 - 969 - 1063
NEW PARISHIONERS: We are happy to welcome new members to our SACRAMENT of ANOINTING: Due to Covid restrictions, you will need to
community, and encourage you to register either in person at the make arrangements by contacting the parish office.
Parish Office, or register online through our website,
www.stmarygostyn.org. FUNERALS: Arrangements are usually made by the Funeral Home or by a
family member. A member of our Funeral Liturgy Planning team will meet
BAPTISMS: St. Mary of Gostyn offers baptismal preparation sessions on a
with you to plan the Funeral Liturgy. Eulogies are be given at the Wake
monthly basis. If this is your first child, you will need to participate in a
baptismal preparation session before you can receive a date for your baby’s Service, Interment at the Cemetery or at the Funeral Luncheon, but not at
Baptism. the Mass of Christian Burial.
Parents are the first and primary educators in the practice of the Faith. MARRIAGES: Arrangements should be made at least six months in
Godparents play an important role in the faith life of your child. While advance to provide ample time for preparation of this sacrament.
considering godparents for your child, be aware that at least one must be a
baptized and confirmed Catholic who is active in his/her faith. Please call ROSARY GROUPS: Monday evenings at 6:30 PM and Tuesday evenings
the parish office at 630-969-1063 to register for a preparation class and to at 6:00 PM in the Parish Center chapel.
schedule a baptismal date.
BECOMING A CATHOLIC: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RECONCILIATION: Confessions are heard Saturday, 8:30 to 9:30 AM in
is a process of welcoming and preparing adults for the Sacraments of church. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is also available by appointment.
Initiation - Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation - for full membership in the Please call the Parish Office (630-969-1063) to arrange to have your
Catholic Church. Unbaptized adults, adults baptized in another Christian confession heard by a priest.
faith, and baptized Catholics with little or no formal religious education are
invited to participate. Please call the Parish Office for further information. ANNULMENTS: We are available to help anyone who is in need of
information about how to apply for an annulment. Please contact the
Parish Office at (630)969-1063.You can also read
