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MARRIAGE MINISTRYDivorce and Beyond — A Support GroupApril 11 - May 16Divorce and Beyond is a program at Old St. Pat’s designed tooffer support, fellowship, and respect to our brothers and sistersexperiencing or having completed divorce. We will accompanyyou through the emotionally challenging process, and nourishand empower you in transition to your transformed present andfuture. Everyone is verywelcome to this six-weeksupport group, no matterwhere you are in thedivorce process. It isimportant to know youare not alone.This group meets onsix Sundays beginningApril 11 and concludingMay 16 from 10:45 a.m.to noon in room 32, thirdfloor, Fr. Jack Wall Mission Center, 711 W. Monroe, Chicago.For additional information, or to register for this program,please contact Patty Stiles at 847.220.3011, orpstiles224@comcast.net; or Jack Berkemeyer atjackb@oldstpats.org.SHARING THE MISSIONTopics include:❖ The Divorce Process;❖ Self Image; Stress;❖ Anger;❖ Blame,❖ Guilt;❖ Loneliness;❖ Forgiveness;❖ Happiness;❖ and Pathways to Growth.Chicago Catholic Coed Softball LeagueBeginning Saturday, April 24 to Saturday, June 26You are invitied to sign-up now for the the Chicago CatholicCoed Softball League’s (CCCSL) 12th Spring League —Chicago's most social, recreational, and FUN Softball League!Along with the “excuse” of playing softball, come out and meeta ton of fun people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s in oneof the world’s premiere cities! This is a social league —no ability is required! The seasonbegins on Saturday, April 24 andends on Saturday, June 26.What it Costs• $75 (+$3 online fee),ReCeSsIoN BuStEr! — the fee hasnot increased for the last three years!• $85 (+$3 online fee) for late sign-up.How to RegisterSign-up online at www.chicagosoftball.com, or download theform and mail by Friday, April 16. All league details are onthe CCCSL’s Web site at www.chicagosoftball.com. If youstill have questions, please contact Paul at 773.458.4589,or Steve at CCCSL@sbcglobal.net. You may also join theirFacebook site at "the CCCSL."COMMUNITY OUTREACHRequested items include:Annual Spring Food DriveAll MassesSunday, April 18Come share your abundance withelders served by Little Brothers –Friends of the Elderly (LBFE). LBFEcustomizes each elder food bag anddelivers bags with a friendly visit.• Low sugar cereal & regular cereal,• Canned tuna (in water),• Low salt & regular canned vegetables,• Low salt canned soup,• Low salt crackers,• Canned gravy,• Low sodium instant meals,• Canned tomatoes,• Canned tomato paste,• Pasta (in boxes),• Rice or beans (small bags),• Pasta sauce (plastic containers)• Canned fruit (lite/sugar free),• Applesauce,• Hard candy (sugar free & regular),• Oatmeal,• Creamy peanut butter in plastic,• Macaroni & Cheese,• Boxed instant potatoes,• Decaf coffee (small cans or packets),• Juice (small cans or individual boxes),• Individual serving cups: pudding, Jello, applesauce,or fruit cocktail,• Snack foods individually wrapped (i.e., school lunches):crackers, cookies, trail mix, chips, nuts, or granola bars,• Small plastic jars of ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, MiracleWhip, salad dressings, no-sugar added jams or preserves,• Decaf herbal tea.Please avoid large cans, bulk items, expired food,Ramen noodles, and glass jars.Please bring your food items to Old St. Pat’s onSunday, April 18. Look for the Little Brothers – Friends ofthe Elderly van outside the church.Thanks for caring and sharing!18 Please visit our Web site and the online gift shop at www.oldstpats.org.
COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATIONACCESSIBILITY AND GENERAL INFORMATIONFor your comfort and convenience . . .EXITThe rest rooms are located on the lower level of thechurch, at the foot of the north stairwell, in the foyer of thechurch hall, and at the west side of the hall. The hall maybe reached via the north stairwell, or the elevator in thenorth tower only. The balcony can be accessed by usingeither the north or south stairwell.In consideration for all, please put all cell phones andbeepers on silent mode as we begin Mass.If you have difficulty approaching the altar for HolyCommunion, please tell an usher, and Communion will bebrought to you.Low-Gluten Hosts Available at all MassesLow-gluten hosts are available for those who, for healthreasons, cannot receive the regular Communion host. Ifyou would like to receive a low-gluten host, please informthe Mass coordinator, before Mass begins, that you wouldlike to receive a low-gluten host. At Communion, pleaseidentify yourself to the presider as the person to receivethe low-gluten host.Braille and large print worship aids are available for yourconvenience. Please ask an Usher if you would like to useone of these items.We do have a small lift, without stairs, for access to thechurch and hall. The entrance is on Des Plaines Street,through the gate just north of the main church steps.If you need a hearing device, please ask an usher.A sign language interpreter will be available at the 5 p.m.Mass every Sunday. Please sit in the second or thirdpews on the Joseph side of the altar if you would like toutilize this service.In case of an emergency, please exit the church throughthe three sets of double doors located in the rear of thechurch or by the exit door located behind theAltar screen.If there is anyway we can be of better service, please let us know.FAMILY MINISTRY SERVICES AND PROGRAMSThe Adoption GroupThe purpose of the Adoption Group is to provide a supportivesocial network for adoptive families.Nursery ServiceNursery service is available during the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. Massesin The Frances Xavier Warde School building. Enter the school onDes Plaines Street.The Baptismal Program and ScheduleThe Baptismal Program offers educational opportunities forparents. To schedule a baptism, please contact Betty O’Toole,baptism scheduler, at bettyo@oldstpats.org or 312.798.2366.Family ChoirThe Family Choir is open to family members who would like toshare their talents. For more information, please contact LauraHiggins, assistant music director, Old St. Pat’s at 312.798.2342, orlaurah@oldstpats.org.S.P.O.K.E.S.St. Pat’s Opportunities for Kids to Experience ServiceInspired by Old St. Pat’s Outreach, S.P.O.K.E.S. was formed tointroduce our children to outreach projects in which they can feelthey have made a difference to others.Moms And Tots GroupThe Moms and Tots Group meets once a month during the day.Suggested for newborns through ages three. For more details,please contact Katy Cannizzaro at 312.563.1440, orkaty@leisurecorptravel.com.Parents and Tots GroupThe Parents and Tots Group is open to moms and/or dads andmeets on the second Sunday of each month from 10:30-11:30 a.m.in The Frances Xavier Warde School, room #14, Old St. Pat’scampus. Suggested for newborns through age three. For moreinformation, please contact Tracy Maddaloni at 312.316.5310, ortracy@zito.net We hope to see you and your little one there!Inclusion and Accessibility StatementOld St. Patrick’s Church celebrates the goodness of life by continually creating an experience of hospitality, friendship, prayer, and servicethat responds to all human needs.It is our intention to make every activity and event accessible and inclusive. If you should ever encounter a barrier blocking or impedingyour worship at Old St. Patrick’s Church, please contact Bridget Evers at 312.831.9368.Please visit our Web site and the online gift shop at www.oldstpats.org.19
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Page 3 and 4: AWAKENINGSA MATCH MADE IN HEAVENThe
Page 5 and 6: CELEBRATIONSThank youfor choosing t
Page 7 and 8: CELEBRATIONSEarlahm (Patron)Grace B
Page 9 and 10: COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATIONOLD ST. PA
Page 11 and 12: COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATIONENCOREThe
Page 13 and 14: COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATIONFOUNDATION
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Page 20 and 21: IN OURHEARTS AND PRAYERSThen Jesus
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