October 31, 2010 - Corpus Christi Catholic Church

Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary TimeOctober 31, 2010Corpus Christi Catholic Church

O, Come Let Us Adore Him!2010 Advent and Christmas Season ScheduleCorpus Christi Catholic ChurchWeekend Masses During Advent—November 27th/28th through December 18th/19th Saturday Vigil Mass: 5 p.m. Sunday Masses: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.Feast of the Immaculate Conception, December 8th—Holy Day of Obligation Masses: 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.Parish Advent Reconciliation (Confession) Service, Tuesday, December 14th 7:00 p.m.(Regular Saturday Reconciliation (Confession) remains 4:00—4:30 p.m.Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24th Masses: 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.Christmas Day, Nativity of the Lord, Saturday, December 25th Masses: 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.Feast of the Holy Family, Sunday, December 26thNo 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass due to Christmas Masses: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God(nota Holy Day of Obligation this year) Friday, December 31st, Mass at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 1st, Mass at 10:00 a.m.Solemnity of the Epiphany, Sunday, January 2nd Vigil Mass, Saturday, December 31st at 5:00 p.m. Masses: 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m._____________________________________________________________________________________________________With Christmas holy days falling on Saturday this year, we offer the following for clarification:There will be NO 5:00 p.m. Mass on Christmas Day as part of the regular weekend Mass schedule. On Sunday, December 26th, The Feast of the Holy Family,we will celebrate our normal Sunday Mass schedule, 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. (Please note: Attendance at a Christmas Mass does not replace your Sunday obligation to attend Mass.)Take Heart!! In 2011, Christmas Falls On Sunday— Much Simpler Schedule !

Weekly ReadingsSunday, October 31 Thirty-first Sunday inOrdinary TimeWis 11:22 — 12:2; Ps 145: 1-2,8-11, 13-14; 2 Thes 1:11—2:2;Lk 19:1-10Monday, November 1 Solemnity of All SaintsRv 7:2-4, 9-14; 1 Jn 3:1-3; Ps 24:1bc-44b, 5-6; Mt 5:1-12aTuesday, November 2 Commemoration of all theFaithful DepartedWis 3:1-9; Ps 23: 1-6; Rom 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; Jn 6:37-40Wed., November 3 St. Martin dePorres, religiousPhil 2:12-18; Ps 105: 2-7;Lk 14:25-33Thurs., November 4St. Charles Borromeo, BishopPhil 3:3-8a; Ps 105: 2-7;Lk 15:1-10Friday, November 5 Phil 3:17 — 4:1; Ps 122: 1-5;Lk 16:1-8Saturday, November 6 Phil 4:10-19; Ps 112: 1b-2, 5-6,8a, 9; Lk 16:9-15Sunday, November 7 Thirty-second Sunday inOrdinary Time2 Mc 7:1-2, 9-14; Ps 17: 1,5-6, 8,15; Thes 2:16 — 3:5; Lk 20:27-38 [27, 34-38]WEEKLY FINANCE UPDATEWeekend of October 23rd/24thThis week’s Sunday Offertory amounted to $9,512.98 assupported by 348 households. This puts us below ourweekly budgeted need of $12,231.00.Sunday Envelopes $ 8,919.54.Children’s Envelopes $ 17.88Loose Giving $ 575.56Working with ScripturesOctober 31, 2010 (Lk 19:1-10)Vinal Van BenthemIrene was the head housekeeper. It was her job to make surethat all twelve coffeepots on all twelve floors of the downtownoffice building were kept clean and filled with fresh, hot coffee.And she was good at her job. She was proud of the spotlesscoffeepots and clean cups waiting to be filled. It never seemedto bother Irene that even though she was standing right there thepeople in the offices hardly saw her. In fact, she had come toexpect it.When word got out that the big shots were coming in from corporatepeople began organizing files and clearing away stacksof paper in anticipation of a surprise visit. The big day foundeveryone in their offices, nervously trying to look busy. Everyone,that is, except Irene. In fact, had anyone even thoughtabout it they would have realized that no one had seen Irene allmorning. But even if they had taken the time to look theyprobably wouldn’t have found her. Because Irene wasn’t runningfrom floor to floor making coffee; Irene was sitting in thelarge conference room chatting with the visitors from the homeoffice!The tiny woman that most people barely noticed had just finishedsetting out the silver coffee service, hoping to catch aglimpse of the people who were causing such a stir in the office,when the guests arrived. She was about to leave when thevisitors, realizing that this was probably the only person in theoffice who wasn’t trying to impress them, had insisted thatIrene sit down and have a cup of coffee with them!Most of the people in Luke’s gospel probably didn’t even noticeZacchaeus up there in that sycamore tree, trying to get apeek at Jesus. But Jesus saw him. Jesus saw them all. Jesussaw the people who believed they were better than Zacchaeus;and Jesus saw Zacchaeus, the only one who wasn’t trying toimpress Him.What tree must I climb to see Jesus? And how will I respond ifHe invites me to have a cup of coffee with Him?DIVINE MERCY MINUTESBuilding Maintenance $ 45.50Flowers/Art & Environment $ 184.00World Mission Sunday $ 1,618.49Your continued support and generosity is greatlyappreciated and needed!Collection Counters—November 1, 2010Angeline Landise Anna Maria LaterzaEdwina McGlothin Joan QuattlanderRoberta Slobodecki Tina Slobodecki“All my nothingness is drowned in the sea of Your mercy.With the confidence of a child, I throw myself into Yourarms, O Father of Mercy, to make up for the unbelief ofso many souls who are afraid to trust in You.” Diary 505

Give to Caesarwhat is his andunto God whatis God’s.October 31, 2010, Thirty-first Sunday in OrdinaryTime—The ministry of Jesus was to seekand to save what was lost. As we approach theend of this Church year, let us reflect on the waysin which we, ourselves, have felt lost and in needof the Lord's saving grace. As God's stewards, letus resolve to call on that grace to help us makeimprovements in our lives.SAINT MARTIN DE PORRES(1579-1639)Feast Day—November 3rdAn old illustration pictures Martin dePorres, finger to his lips—“Shhhh!”—asseveral mice peek out of sacristy vestmentdrawers, preparing to join a rodent“procession” following him out of church!Martin’s rescue of these unwelcome “guests,” and statuesdepicting him, broom in hand, feeding a dog, cat, bird,and mouse from the same dish symbolize his life andsanctity.Initially denied entrance by the Dominicans because of“mixed race” (Spanish father, Panamanian mother), Martincherished society’s marginalized. For him, menialtasks, lovingly done, were sacred. Great and lowly alikefeasted on his charity. Enemies were reconciled by this“poor mulatto” (his self-description), kind even to thosewhose racism demeaned him.Apprenticed to a surgeon-barber in his youth—thus patronsaint of hair stylists and public health providers—Martin dispensed healing and dignity to Lima’s poorest,serving in them the Christ he adored for hours in theBlessed Sacrament.By the time he died, all Peru called him “Martin theCharitable,” a title even those of us who will never becalled “saint” might still aspire to.—Peter Scagnelli, © Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.Hospitality ScheduleNovember 7, 2010Coffeemakers7:00 a.m. Jean & Brian Hauber9:00 a.m. Karl & Elizabeth Pasker11:00 a.m. Wioletta Paulina KusionBakers7:00 a.m. L. Periera, Scherer family, E. Schwatal,G. Young9:00 a.m. J. Hauber, C. Lederer, V. Pelletiere, J. Sliwa11:00 a.m. C. Fessl, W. & P. Kusion, A. Padua, P. familySat., October 30Sunday, October 31Parish Calendar8:00 a.m. RE classes9:30 a.m. Peer Ministry10:00 a.m. Genesis3:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m. Lady of FatimaPrayer Group—MH and church7:00—9:00 p.m. Reverse Trick or TreatMonday, November 1 All Saints Day—not a Holy Day ofObligation3:30 p.m.—9:00 p.m. RE/YM7:00 p.m. RCIATuesday, November 2 Solemnity of all the Faithful DepartedGeneral Election3:30—9:00 p.m. RE/YM7:00 p.m. Women’s CRHP7:30 p.m. Corpus Christi Mass ofRemembranceWed., November 3 3:30—6:00 p.m. RE6:00 p.m. PADS6:00 p.m. Children’s Choir7:00 p.m. Adult choirThurs., November 4 9:30 a.m. Pilates and Prayer12:00 p.m. Energizers7:00 p.m. CCW7:00 p.m. Great Adventure Bible StudyFriday, November 5 9:00 a.m. — 10:00 p.m. EucharisticAdoration—First Friday7:00 p.m. Benediction7:00 p.m. ACTS Bible StudyConfirmation II retreatSat., November 6 Building Maintenance Second CollectionThanksgiving Dinner Sign‐upsAdopt‐a‐Family for ChristmasConfirmation II retreatSunday, November 7 Daylight Savings TimeBuilding Maintenance Second CollectionThanksgiving Dinner sign‐upsAdopt‐a‐Family for Christmas8:00 a.m. RE classes10:00 a.m. Genesis and StVdPaul10:00 a.m. & Noon Family Faith Sharing1:30—6:00 p.m. Couples for Christ2:00 p.m. ACTS Bible study7:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Dead TheologiansThe Real Presence“Jesus has made Himself the Bread ofLife to give us life. Night and day, Heis there. If you really want to grow inlove, come back to the Eucharist, comeback to that Adoration.”—Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta

THE NEW “FREEDOM RIDERS”FOR THE UNBORNExcerpted from an article written by Joseph PronechenOn-Going Dialog on Life Issues1960’s Freedom RidersAs the civil-rights movement was simmering in the early1960s, black men and women, often accompanied by whitesympathizers, boarded buses in the American South and satwherever they wanted. These “freedom riders” challengedlocal and state laws and customs that kept the races separateon public transportation as well as in waiting rooms and restrooms.New cause for Civil RightsA new kind of freedom rider is taking to the road as“Freedom Riders for the Unborn” turns the ignition key. Arally and concert kicked off the first Freedom Ride in Birmingham,Ala. It began with a prayer vigil at Planned Parenthoodbefore pro-life leaders boarded a bus and headed toAtlanta for a late afternoon pro-life service at the tomb of theRev. Martin Luther King Jr.Martin Luther King’s niece, Dr. Alveeda King, director ofPriests for Life’s African-American Outreach, envisionedthe Freedom Rides for the Unborn and officially introducedthe movement in Birmingham April 27. Linking the FreedomRides for the Unborn to the concept and method of the1961 Freedom Rides for civil rights was the result of a conversationFather Pavone and King had while attending aMarch for Life. “This is the civil-rights movement” of thiscentury, King concluded.More To ComeThe first Freedom Ride for the Unborn, led by FatherPavone and King, from Birmingham to Atlanta took placeon July 23-24, andcame just months before the 50th anniversaryof the original Freedom Rides in 2011. On the originalFreedom Ride, 13 people boarded a bus in Washington, D.C.to travel to New Orleans to test a Supreme Court decisionthat outlawed racial segregation on interstate transportationvehicles. When the riders ran into opposition in Alabama,hundreds of others joined them. That one Freedom Ridemultiplied into 60 across many states. Plans call for today’sFreedom Rides for the Unborn also to multiply. “This is notjust a one-time event,” stressed Father Pavone, who looksforward to scheduling dozens of rides in all parts of thecountry over the next year. “We want it to be a continuingopportunity for unifying the pro-life movement.”Mobilize and UnifyThe goal is also to mobilize and unify people. King sees therides bringing together “pro-life people from many walks oflife, from across the country, of (different) denominations,ethnic groups, ages, younger and older,” she said. “We’re alltogether for a common cause, and that is for life.”Many MemoriesBirmingham has significant memories for King, whose father,A.D. King, was also a civil-rights leader. Their homewas bombed in 1963, and a classmate was killed in thebombing of 16th Street Baptist Church across the way. Yether family of Christian preachers — father, grandfather anduncle — “preached the love of God and we’re all equal inthe sight of God,” said King.Same ResultsShe envisions the same ultimate success with Freedom Ridesfor the Unborn as the original civil-rights Freedom Ridesrealized: This ride will be “for justice and freedom for all,from conception until natural death.” “Certainly in this decadeAmerica has become pro-life,” she explained. “We aremoving toward a victory. My uncle would always say,‘Truth crushed to earth will rise again.’ And the truth for lifeis arising for America.”Freedom From the lie of Abortion“Freedom from lies” is one lesson the ride will teach. Abortionfrom the very beginning is where lies are implanted inthe heart. For example, once a father denies the truth of hisvocation as a man to defend the life of his child regardless ofhis circumstances, he is deeply wounded. He becomes imprisonedby those lies and needs to be set free from thoselies. The symbolic connection of the first Freedom Rideswith the new one also underlines the generational trauma onAfrican-American families: Many minority communities aretargeted for abortion and contraception, with abortion clinicsset up in very poor neighborhoods.In support of the Freedom Riders, Birmingham BishopRobert Baker sent a letter to all parishes to encourage participation.“It’s another event like the March for Life inWashington, D.C., to draw attention to the plight of the unborn,”Bishop Baker told the Register. “It’s important to doall humanly possible to underline the moral gravity of abortionand help women in distress to find alternatives. TheFreedom Ride for life is a visible, peaceful expression ofconcern for the right to life for the unborn. It is in the traditionof Freedom Rides for civil rights in the past.”Prayer is at Its Heart“Prayer is at the heart of this pro-life movement,” FatherPavone emphasized. “People need to pray very deliberately,and specifically, to end abortion.”LOVE IS…..from the eyes of a child“During my piano recital, I was on stage and was scared. Ilooked at all the people watching me and saw my Daddy wavingand smiling. He was the only one doing that. I wasn’tscared anymore.” Cindy—age 8

September, 2010 BaptismsCorpus Christ Welcomes Its Newest Sons and Daughters

Religious EducationStudents in Grades P/K-9RE (Grades P/ K‐6) PH: 630‐483‐4222RE e‐mail address: cceducation@sbcglobal.netUpcoming RE EventsOctober 31stNovember 7thClasses are held!10am OR noon:Family Faith SharingMeetingNovember 18th Safe Touch – Grades K‐6November 22 nd–28th NO CLASS –Thanksgiving BreakCan you help?We are in need of adults or teens to assist in some of ourclasses. If you have a little time to offer, please contactthe RE Office at (630) 483‐4222 or cceducation@sbcglobal.net.Safe Touch WorkshopCorpus Christi will hold a “Safe Touch Workshop” forchildren in grades 1‐6 on Thursday, November 18 th . Theschedule is as follows:Grades 1 & 2:Grades 3 & 4:Grades 5 & 6:4:00‐4:30pm4:45‐5:15pm5:30‐6:00pmThis is an optional program that addresses methods tohelp children stay safe. (Please note: Parent participationis required for children in grades 1‐3. This programis the same as in years past.)Good DeedsAndrew – helped get ready for EasterBetsy – helped get ready for Easter at my houseSteven – did my paper route withoutcomplainingTyler – helped my Dad carry the suitcaseJeffrey – helped my Grandma make cookiesElizabeth – kept my brother from being hurtKatherine – played with and watched my brotherwhile Mom & Dad did yard workMatthew – fed the dogReligious EducationJunior HighJr. High RE (Grades 7‐9) PH: 630‐483‐4226Jr. High e‐mail address: ccym@sbcglobal.netNovember5th/6th Year Two retreat8th/9th Class 6:15 & 7:45 p.m.15th/16th Class 6:15 & 7:45 p.m.23rd Safe Touch 7 p.m.29/30 Large Group 7–8:30 p.m.Community Service OpportunitiesPick-up Chairs every Wednesday in Marian Hall at 5 pmPancake Breakfast December 19th 7am -1pmNick At Noon December 5 th 1 – 4 p.m.For more info. call Mark Herwaldt at 483-4226 or e-mail:ccym@sbcglobal.net .Year Two RetreatsAll Year Two Confirmation Students need to attend aretreat. You have two options: November 5th & 6th, or December 3rd & 4thPermission forms are on-line or outside the Youth MinistryOffice.There is a 50 person limit for each retreat.Camp WOWCurrent 6 – 8 th graders are invited to attend a four dayCatholic summer camp June 15 – 18 2011 at Dickson ValleyCamp - bunk beds, swimming, canoeing, Mass, archery,rock climbing, bonfires, climbing walls, music, food,and so much more!Camp ROCKCurrent 6 – 8 th graders are invited to attend a four dayCatholic summer camp June 11 – 14, 2011 at DicksonValley Camp - bunk beds, swimming, canoeing, Mass,archery, rock climbing, bonfires, climbing walls, music,food, and so much more! Cost $300.00.Call Mark Herwaldt at 630-483-4226 or e-mailccym@sbcglobal.netOvernight Junior High RetreatJanuary 14 & 15th— Cost: $25.00.— St. Peter’s Church,Geneva. Wacky Games, Pizza, Karaoke, Volleyball,Snacks, Basketball, Obstacle Course, Bunge Run andmuch more!!What one generation allows…….the next generation embraces.

HIGH SCHOOLContact: Mark Herwaldt PH: 630‐483‐4226e‐mail address: ccym@sbcglobal.netDead Theologians SocietyCOLLEGE andYOUNG ADULTSContact: Mark Herwaldt PH: 630‐483‐4226e‐mail address: ccym@sbcglobal.netANNOUNCING A NEW GROUPFOR YOUNG ADULTSFrassati Society of Young Adult CatholicsOctober31stReverse Trick or TreatHelp feed the hungry in Carol Stream, West Chicago,Bartlett, and Hanover Park! There are many hungryand homeless people in the area. You can help!Corpus Christi Church is having a food drive to benefitlocal Food PantriesYouth Sponsors NeededWe are looking for financial support to help defray thecost of retreats, and leadership conferences for ourhigh school teens. Full sponsorship is $200.00, Half$100.00 Quarter $50.00. For more information contactMark Herwaldt at ccym@sbcglobal.net.We would like to thank the following for theirsponsorships: A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply, and Kenand Diane Lambert.PMTAll high school teens are invited to join our high schoolleadership team. This team plans retreats and eventsfor high school and junior high teens. If you areinterested, we meet on Sunday mornings 9:30 a.m. to10:45 a.m. in Marian Hall.E-mail Mark Herwaldt at ccym@sbcglobal.net formore information.The Frassati Society of Young Adult Catholics isfounded as a place for young men and women toencourage one another to grow in holiness andlive a Christian life in the midst of the modernworld. We are a group of young adultsencouraging each other to live in holiness as ourpatron, Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, did in histime. In today's world, we're making friends whilelearning about and living our Catholic faith.Blessed Pier Giorgio FrassatiPier Giorgio Frassati was born in Turin, Italy on April6, 1901. From his early years, he demonstrated aspecial love for God through prayer and service ofthe poor. An average student but outstandingathlete, he made many friends in high school and incollege. He was an active member of severalCatholic organizations which ministered to the poor,promoted Eucharistic adoration and Mariandevotion, and defended chastity. He led protestsagainst fascists groups taking power in Italy. Hedied suddenly on July 4, 1925 at the age of 24.He was beatified by Pope John Paul II on May 20,1990 and gave him the title, "Man of the EightBeatitudes." He is currently a candidate forcanonization by the Catholic Church.What one generation allows…...the next generation embraces.

News from around the Parish and …the DioceseBattered Women and ChildrenAsk for Your Help!Megan Palombella, member of CorpusChristi, Carol Stream and Ally Carhartof Naperville have undertaken a semesterlong project at Elmhurst Collegeas part of their majors in EarlyChildhood Development. They aredesigning a way to advocate for studentsand their families.Megan and Ally have chosen to collect items for a batteredwomen and children’ shelter. Please help them make a differencein our communities.The shelter needs any kind of craft supplies, gift cards,pillows, underwear, PJ’s, and slippers.Please see the donation box and poster in the narthex formore information. Questions?E-mail palombellam@net.elmhurst.eduCCW Game Night, And More!Ladies, mark your calendars!The evening of Friday, November 19th,at 7:00 p.m., CCW is hosting anotherfun and festive game night in MarianHall.Please bring your friends, as we celebratethe joy of our community ofwomen here at Corpus Christi. Games, refreshments, andprizes galore— all combine to make it a perfect “night out”for any woman of the parish.Upcoming—A Special Project for EveryoneCorpus Christi Council of Catholic Women invites the parishto help at Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg onThursday, February 3rd from 8pm-9:30pm.Feed My Starving Children is a non-profit Christian organizationcommitted to feeding God’s starving children hungryin body and spirit. Their approach is simple: children andadults hand-pack meals formulated specially for starvingchildren, and then, the meals are shipped to nearly 70 countriesaround the world.There are 60 spots available for volunteers. This wouldmake a great service project, or a family evening together,all done in the spirit of helping others.Corpus Christi Council 10958The Knight completed our 2010 Intellectually DisabledDrive(Tootsie Rolls) and raised over $4000. All of thesemonies will be distributed to local groups helping IR citizens.Thanks for your donations!Upcoming EventsTuesday, November 9th, 7:00 p.m.- November Meeting inParish House basementSaturday, November 13th, 10:00 a.m.-leave from church,Hines VA–Lunch for the Vets in the Spinal Cord InjuryWardSaturday, November 20th, 6:00 p.m. –Spaghetti Dinner inMarian HallSunday, December 19th, 7:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.-PancakeBreakfast with Santa in Marian HallMembership in the Knights of Columbus is open to anyCatholic man, 18 years or older, and in good standing in theChurch. We are always looking for new members whowould like to help support their parish and community. Ifyou would like more information call or e-mail Kirby Williamsat 630-736-1006 or KirbyWilliams@att.net.If you are interested in participating, please contact MariaPanopoulos at 630-372-1938.JOLIET DIOCESAN MARCH FOR LIFETO WASHINGTON, DCThe Joliet Diocesan Life Office is leading it’s 3rd pilgrimage toWashington, DC, for young people, January 22–25, 2011, toMarch for Life.The trip includes two nights at the Holiday Inn in downtownWashington, DC, less than 1 mile from the site where theMarch ends. This year we will be offering a Bus Package andan Air Package. Please note there is limited seating on the AirPackage. The cost of those aged 15 – 20 is $300.00, for the BusPackage and $400.00 for the Air Package, including all transportation,lodging and all meals on Sunday and Monday. Thecost for those over the age 20 is $350.00, for the Bus packageand $450.00 for the Air package. All registration forms and fullpayment is due no later than November 12th. No financial assistancegiven to those taking the air package. Financial assistanceis available with the Bus Package, but applications aredue with registration, no later than October 29, 2010.For information, phone the Life Office at (630) 718-2121 or logonto:www.dioceseofjoliet.org/life/marchforlife2011.aspPlease join us for this wonderful experience!

Campaign CornerOctober 23 & 24, 2010Thank you to those of you who have faithfully responded tosupporting the parish building project! If you have not yethad a chance to make a pledge, please consider doing sonow. We need your help to complete our campaign!Here is our progress toward our goal as of Tuesday, October19, 2010:Total Amount Pledged: $1,085,370Total Amount Collected on Pledges: $ 761,521Amount Needed to Reach Goal: $ 372,129If you are unable to make a pledge at this time, or if youhave completed your pledge and would like to help further,please use the Capital Campaign envelopes in your envelopepackets.I ask for your prayers as we continue our journey and providefor the people of our parish.God bless,Fr. BobSt. Francis High SchoolOpen HouseProspective students, and their families, are invitedto experience St. Francis High School on Sunday,October 24th at 11:00 a.m. and Wednesday, November17th at 6:00 p.m..Tour the facilities, talk with students and meet theteachers, coaches and administrators. Find outwhat St. Francis can offer you.For more Open House information, call 630-668-5800 ext 1120 or visit online at www.sfhsnet.org.See table in narthex for sign-up sheets

Corpus Christi Catholic Church1415 Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188630.483.4673 x107Name:AddressCity/State/Zip:Phone:Dates:Customer InformationPre-sale Dates: 10/30/10 – 11/17/10Order Deadline: 11/17/10Pickup: 11/20-11/21 or 11/27-11/28Item Description / Design Qty Price Ea Totalexample A Advent Wreath - Violet with Gold Accents 2 $25.00 $50.00Advent Wreath & Candles– Violet with Gold Accents $25.00Advent Wreath & Candles - Violet with Silver Accents $25.00Advent Wreath & Candles– Violet with Rose Accents $25.00Extra Candles (Box of 4) $3.00TOTALPlease include payment with order form.Drop off at the parish office:Attention Worship Commission,or in the liturgy office before November 17, 2010.Please make checks payable to: Corpus Christi Catholic Church.Any questions? Contact Peg Rivera in the Liturgy Office 630.483.4673 x107ccchoir@sbcglobal.netTHANK YOU!!

Thanksgiving Dinnersfor the NeedySign-up’s November 6th and 7thChristmas 2010ADOPT-A-FAMILYCorpus Christi will be working with ResurrectionParish again this year to provide ThanksgivingDinners for 125 of the needy families in our immediatearea.A list of grocery items to be purchased is provided.All you have to do is buy the groceries anddeliver them to Resurrection Parish on November20th. No cooking, no baking, no washing dishesinvolved!Sign-ups will be held after allMasses onNovember 6th and 7th.Share your abundant blessings with others in ourcommunity and provide “all the fixin’s” for aThanksgiving Feast for our less fortunateneighbors.If you’ve got any questions, contact Deacon Tom@ 630-483-4673 Ext. 102Counseling AvailableAs an affiliate of theCentral DuPage Counseling Center.Counseling services are availableto our parishioners.You can contact:Jack Berkmeyer at 630-752-9750or go to their website:www.cdpcc.orgMany people dread the Holiday Season because they areunable to provide the cheer that their children and familiesdeserve. YOU CAN HELP!For the past several years we have provided this holidaycheer to our “sister” parish, Corpus Christi CatholicChurch in Chicago. Sr. Marilyn has provided us names offamilies in need of our assistance.This year we will have over 100 families from our“sister” parish in the city and several more familiesfrom the St. Vincent de Paul list of needy families.Adopting one of these families is a beautiful way to makeChristmas special for someone less fortunate than we are.It is also a way to share all the blessings that the Lord hasbestowed on us and truly give in the spirit of ChristmasThe Corpus Christi St. Vincent DePaul Society will becoordinating the sign up of families, the collection of giftsSign up will be after every mass onNovember 6th and 7th and, if needed, November13th and 14th. Selection will be ona first come, first serve basis.All gifts need to be turned in before mass the weekendof December 5 th & 6 th .Remember, if you do not feel that you can provide for anentire family by yourself, you might be able to pitch inwith another family and friends to make it happen. This isa wonderful way to make your holidays more meaningful.Thank you in advance for your generosity to these familiesin the challenging economic times we are all experiencing.

Help Support TransitionalHousingCorpus Christi Transitional Housing Ministryprovides a safe living environmentfor 2 families who otherwisewould be homeless.They stay in our program 2 years, get on their feet, learn how tobudget, and become self sufficient.Help Us, Help ThemJust in Time for ThanksgivingDelicious Trail Mix and NutsDeluxe Mixed Nuts 1lb bag $10.00Chocolate Covered Pecans 1lb bag $10.00Sweet and Salty Trail Mix 1lb bag $8.00Almond Cranberry Trail Mix 1lb bag $8.00Perfect for hostess gifts, teacher gifts or just for you to eat!They are all premium quality and delicious!ON SALE AFTER ALL MASSESNovember 13th and 14thNovember 20th and 21stThank you for your support!!!!

In case of an Emergency...Should an emergency arise, please call the General Parish Office Phonenumber and leave a message. Messages will be checked and forwardedto the appropriate person and your phone call will be returned.Parish Websitewww.corpuschristicarolstream.orgParish Address1415 W. Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188Pastoral StaffGeneral Parish Office Phone Number: 630‐483‐4673General Parish Office Fax Number: 630‐483‐4679Rev. Robert A. Hoffenkamp, Pastor ext. 103Rev. Mr. Tom Thiltgen, Deacon & Pastoral Associate ext. 102Mrs. Kathie Brewer, Pastoral Associate ext. 101Mr. Dan Sledz, Finance Director ext. 108Mrs. Prudy Stella, business office ext. 108Mrs. Mary Lou Conroy, Director of Religious Education ext. 104Mrs. Pat Julian, Support Staff ext. 105Mr. Mark Herwaldt, Director of Youth Ministry ext. 110Mrs. Peg Rivera, Director of Music & Liturgyext.107Mrs. Stephanie Jenkins, parish secretary ext. 100Parish Staff Email addresses:Rev. Mr. Tom Thiltgen, Deacon & Pastoral Associateccdeacon@sbcglobal.netRev. Mr. Bill Thomas, deacondidymus98@yahoo.comMrs. Kathie Brewer, Pastoral Associatecckbrewer@sbcglobal.netMr. Dan Sledz, Finance Director, Prudy Stella, bookkeeperccbus@sbcglobal.netMrs. Mary Lou Conroy, Religious Educationcceducation@sbcglobal.netMrs. Pat Julian, Support Staffccadre@sbcglobal.netMr. Mark Herwaldt, Director of Youth Ministryccym@sbcglobal.netMrs. Peg Rivera, Director of Music & Liturgyccchoir@sbcglobal.netMrs. Stephanie Jenkins, parish secretarycorpuschristicc@sbcglobal.netParish Mission StatementWe areCORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH.A Community of Christian believersWho embrace the Word of God,Who proclaim its message to all,With a welcoming spiritAs prayerful and sacramental peopleEmpowered by unity,Inspired by the Holy Spirit,We extend ourselvesSeeking to recognize the needs of othersAnd responding with compassion byGratefully sharing our blessings.We gather asTHE BODY OF CHRISTTo celebrate and become a source of hopeAnd inspiration to all.Mass ScheduleWeekends: Saturday 5:00 p.m.Sunday 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.Weekdays: Mon. ‐ Wed., Fri. 8:30 a.m.Thurs. Morning Prayer Service 8:30 a.m.Holy Days: 8:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m. day of; no vigilSacramentsSacrament of Baptism ‐ Baptisms take place on the first fullweekend of the month during the weekend Liturgies exceptduring Advent and Lent. Parents are expected to attend“Welcome Your Child” baptismal preparation workshop on thesecond and third Sunday of every other month. We encourageexpectant parents to make baptismal arrangements six months inadvance in order to best accommodate everyone involved.Sacrament of Reconciliation ‐ Corpus Christi welcomes you topartake in the Sacrament of Reconciliation either by attending onSaturdays from 4:00 p.m. ‐ 4:30 p.m. in the Church, or bycontacting the Parish House Office at 630‐483‐4673 for anappointment. Communal Reconciliation is celebrated seasonallyat Christmas and Easter.Sacrament of Marriage ‐ Couples considering marriage arerequired to personally contact the Parish House Office six monthsbefore planning a wedding date. Either the bride, groom, or theirparents must be registered parishioners for at least six monthsbefore calling to set a date. As part of the marriage preparation,couples will attend an Engaged Encounter Weekend prior to thewedding.Pastoral LifeAdult Faith Inquiries (RCIA) ‐ Anyone considering becoming aCatholic, or would like more information about the Catholicfaith, please contact the Parish House Office.Communion Calls ‐ Communion for shut‐ins is available.Please call Deacon Tom at the Parish House Office to makearrangements.Parish Registration and Office HoursWe would like to extend a warm welcome to all newcomersand visitors. We invite you to come to the Parish HouseOffice to register during our office hours which are:Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Tuesdays we are available from:9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.in order to support those parishioners who work full‐time.Parish Offices are closed on Saturday and Sunday.Parish Staff Meetings...…are held every other Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. The parishstaff will be available on those days from 9:00 a.m. ‐ 12:00 p.m.;and from 3:00 p.m. ‐ 5:00 p.m.