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BAPTISM OF THE LORD JANUARY 9, 2011

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Christmas Gratitude
As we enjoy another Christmas season (the liturgical calendar of the Church celebrates the Christmas season and the
joy of our Savior with us all the way through today’s Feast of the Baptism of the Lord) we have many to thank for all
the blessings and goodness of this season.
Our thanks and abiding gratitude to….
.…all who helped make our Christmas liturgies festive, joyful, and filled with prayer and praise of our God and Savior.
We’re especially grateful to our choir, musicians, those who decorated, our ushers, and our ministers called upon for
extraordinary service during these days. Your efforts and presence bring the warmth and cheer of this season to all of
us. Thanks as well to Kay Merkle, Brian Gaseor, and Pat and Debbie Patzelt for arranging for Santa and Mrs. Klaus to be
with us during our festive Tree Lighting and for the wonderful and delicious reception afterwards.
.…all from our parish family who so generously gifted our families helped by our newly formed St. Vincent de Paul
Society, and the Advent Giving Tree that blessed our sharing parish’s families from Saint Eulalia. Thanks to your
goodness and love, you made Christmas happen for so many who would have done without, were it not for your care
and concern. Because of your generous response to our “Make Christmas Happen” appeal, $670.00 was collected and
we were able to gift 12 families at Christmas (as well as Thanksgiving). God bless your love and gifts shared with those
who are struggling in places near and far.
….Libby and Loretta Lodestro for their faithful efforts once again coordinating our Giving Tree, and to all the St. Vincent
de Paul members for working together to sort and deliver Christmas gifts and cheer to families right in our parish and
neighborhood. Special thanks to Pat Valicento for helping organize all these tasks.
A blessed and peaceful New Year to you and all you love in our Savior’s presence and peace among us.
Gratefully,
Father LoBianco
PLEASE KEEP OUR SICK AND HOMEBOUND
IN YOUR PRAYERS
Please remember Dorothy Aiello, Joseph Carbone,
Marilee Cass, Boleslaw Chojnacki, Al Corrado, Edith
Corrado, Beatrice Davi, Josephine Davi, Frank Dziekan,
LaVerne Dziekan, Kaye Giamalva, Eugene & Lucille
Gibula, Carl Heinrichs, Philip Iwan, Mike Locascio, Charles
Leonardi, Gloria Lesniak, Audrey Malo, Anthony Marino,
Sebastian Milka, Millie Mitchell, Ernest Morris, Inga
Neuhengen, Kris Olson, Dorothy Pils, Grace Provenzano,
Cornelia Rembowski, Joseph Santelli, Bruno Tancula, Lin
Vinicky, Bonnie Wajrowski, Terri Warnke, and all
parishioners, family members, and friends in your
prayers.
Please pray as well for Irene Allen, Stanley Drogos, James
Igoe, Jr., Attilio Macrito, Lorraine Mroz, Ronald Stepak,
Fred Vitale, and all who have died this past week. May
they now rest in eternal peace.
Family Mass
Sunday, January 16th
9:30 AM
HOLY NAME SOCIETY
The Holy Name Society will meet on Monday, January
10th, in the Parish Hall. Dinner is at 6:00 PM, followed by
the meeting. ALL MEN ARE INVITED TO JOIN US!
Baptism
We welcome the following new member of our Christian
community who was baptized during the month of
January.
Salvatore Giuseppe Giannola
May God bless him and his family.

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“Christmas in
January”
Morris
Drop-In
Center Deadline to make reservations for our
Friday, January 21, 2011 annual party at
Elmcrest Banquets is Saturday, January 15, 2011. Cost of
$30.00 per person includes luncheon, entertainment,
and bus transportation. For more information or
reservations, please call Florence Porada at (708) 453‐
4214.
Pick‐up is Tuesday, January 11th, from 1:15‐2:15 PM or
from 6:00 ‐ 7:00 PM, in the church vestibule.
MEN’S SILENT RETREAT
All men are invited to attend the annual weekend
retreat at the Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House which is
located on an 80 acre wooded and rolling hills estate in
Barrington, IL. The retreat starts on Friday, Feb. 18th at
7:00 PM and ends on Sunday, Feb. 20th at 12 noon. For
over 50 years a small group of men from Divine Savior
have represented our parish at this annual event. Take a
break in life and join us to replenish the energies of mind
and spirit at this beautiful and serene place.
For more information or to make reservations, please
contact Ralph Cantal at (708) 452‐6438.
Academy of St. Priscilla
Our Faith – Our Commitment – YOUR Future
Open Enrollment
Pre‐Registration is currently taking place for the 2011‐
2012 school year, ages 3 years through second grade. For
more information, please call the Academy Office at
(708) 452‐0323 or visit www.academysp.org.
Welcome Our New Parish Members
We welcome these recently newly registered members
into our parish family, and hope they find a happy and
nourishing spiritual home here among their sisters and
brothers in Jesus.
Jason & Jennifer Hodge
John & Kathleen Shanley
WEEKLY OFFERING
December 26 Envelopes used: 268
Total received: $5,377.50
Budgeted and needed: $7,900
Under budget: ($2,522)
Year‐to‐date under budget: ($34,152)
January 2 Envelopes used: 384
Total received: $7,211.28
Budgeted and needed: $7,900
Under budget: $ 689
Year‐to‐date under budget: ($34,841)
CHRISTMAS COLLECTION
Total received‐to‐date: $28,956.76
Budget: $32,500
2009 Christmas Collection: $32,349.65
As members of this faith community, we are invited to
become good stewards of what God has entrusted to us.
God bless all those whose support has enabled Divine
Savior Church to continue its mission.
Central Baptist Village will be hosting a movie afternoon,
and seniors in the community are invited to join us.
Enjoy refreshments, state‐of‐the‐art projection, and
tours.
Friday, January 14th at 1:30 PM
Letters to Juliet
Movies are shown in the Multi Purpose Room, adjacent
to our lobby.
On Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 10 AM Chris Colletti
will perform music from the Big Band Era. Chris’ Big Band
music leaves audiences in awe. Whether he croons “Time
after Time” or belts out “New York, New York”, he offers
an elusive quality of class. RSVP to (708) 583‐8500 to
enjoy the show, snacks, and a tour.

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EVANGELIZATION
A CALL TO CONNECTION
Catholics Come Home
Chicago in the New Year
Have you seen a “Catholics Come Home” advertisement
on TV? These ads are part of the evangelization efforts in
the Archdiocese of Chicago. The goal of all
evangelization is to connect people with Jesus Christ and
to connect them with each other in the Body of Christ,
his Church. Simply stated, evangelization is a call to
connection.
We live in a world that prides itself on the many
possibilities of connection that are available:
♦ Computers, email, iPods, cell phones, and various
forms of electronic connection post our thoughts
and images throughout the world.
♦ A worldwide network of air travel allows us to go
around the world and connect with countless
destinations.
♦ The globalization of our economy makes us tightly
connected as producers and consumers.
♦ An unprecedented level of sexual freedom allows
multiple “easy” physical connections for those who
so choose.
Still, despite all these new connections and possibilities
of connection, we are paradoxically more isolated than
ever in humanity’s history. Electronic media connect us
but also leave us alone behind a screen or with cell
phone in hand. Air travel enables us to go around the
world and connect with destinations, but we do so
always in the shadow of the threat of terrorism that can
destroy us. A global market connects us, but a profit‐
driven world economy still divides the world and
disconnects the rich from the poor. Abundant sexual
liberties allow us to “hook up” indiscriminately, but we
find genuine, sustaining intimacy more daunting than
ever.
Where can we find an authentic and life‐giving
connection?
The Church connects us with Jesus Christ and with each
other in him. Beginning this weekend commuters will
see ads on buses and the red/blue/brown lines of the
CTA reminding us that the true connection we all desire
is a connection with God. The Catholic Church invites
you to come home, be at home, re‐connect, and stay
connected to the one who is the source of our life and
hope, Jesus Christ.
YOU’RE INVITED TO JOIN US !!!
At 10:00 AM every Tuesday morning all are invited to
join our Bible Discussion. Every week we read the
readings for the coming Sunday and then discuss them.
It is a very causal setting. If you have something to say or
if you just want to come and listen to what others have
to say that’s fine too. It is very interesting how some of
our discussions have applied God’s Word to today’s
world. Bring your Bible, prepare to have a good time,
and enjoy the Scriptures.
PRAYER GROUPS
Divine Savior’s Prayer Group meets every Wednesday
evening at 7:45 PM in the Rectory.
Italian Prayer Group meets every Friday evening at 7:30
PM in the Rectory.
Are you widowed?
Do you know someone who is widowed?
If you have been recently widowed and are still
struggling with the loss, or if you have been widowed for
some time and need something to get you “over the
hump” because you seem stuck in one spot, this program
is designed to help you move on with your life while
treasuring your past and its precious memories.
This weekend program, hosted by Rainbow Hospice, will
be held at Holy Family Medical Center, Des Plaines, IL.
All are invited. Joyful Again! Is a faith‐based introspective
workshop for both men and women (all ages) who have
been widowed and are still trying to find hope and joy in
their lives.
When: March 19 & 20, 2011
Where: Holy Family Medical Center
100 N. River Rd., Des Plaines, IL
For more information:
Call: 708‐354‐7211
Email: joyfulagain@att.net
Website: www.joyfulagain.org

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FEAST OF FAITH
THE SIGN OF THE CROSS
At the beginning of our prayer, we make the sign of the
cross together. This sign, simple and powerful, operates
on many levels. We trace the sign of the cross over our
bodies, reminding ourselves that the cross of Christ has
become our source of resurrection, life, and grace. With
this sign, we also profess our faith in the Trinity: the
presider does not say "in the names," but "in the name
of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit"‐‐
three persons, one God. The sign of the cross is also a
baptismal reminder, for every sign of the cross echoes
the words spoken over us at our baptism, which marked
our entry into the saving mystery of Christ. This many‐
layered sign is also our primary sign of blessing: the cross
is traced over people, places, and things upon which we
ask God to impart divine benediction.
In blessing ourselves with the sign of the cross at the
beginning of Mass, we acknowledge the mystery that has
gathered us together: that Christ, the crucified and risen
One, is living, and that we are members of his Body. Our
response, our Amen, is our yes to all this, our first
profession of faith.
‐‐Corinna Laughlin, (c) Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.
THIS IS MY BELOVED SON
This Sunday's celebration of the Baptism of the Lord
closes the Christmas season. In the scriptures we see one
more epiphany, or manifestation, of the Spirit of God in
Jesus‐‐but this time it is as an adult, rather than as a
child. Jesus' baptism also serves as the inauguration of
his prophetic mission and the messianic age.
Today's reading from Isaiah describes God's chosen
Messiah, upon whom God's spirit rests. In the Acts of the
Apostles Peter says that "God anointed Jesus of Nazareth
with the Holy Spirit and power" (Acts 10:38). Finally, in
the proclamation from Matthew's Gospel Jesus' baptism
in water goes almost unnoticed. The crucial moment
comes when the Spirit of God comes upon Jesus and a
voice from heaven echoes the words of Isaiah: "This is
my beloved Son, with whom I am well
pleased" (Matthew 3:17).
(c) Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.
January 9, 2011
Baptism of the Lord
IS 42:1‐4, 6‐7 / Acts 10:34‐38 / Mt 3:13‐17
You never get a second chance to make a first
impression. Though today’s feast day celebrates Jesus’
baptism, in today’s Gospel the Holy Spirit is the one
making the first impressions. As Jesus emerges from his
baptism, the Holy Spirit descends on him in the form of a
dove—a gentle bird normally associated with peace.
That’s certainly one first impression of the Holy Spirit.
However, as we know from Jesus’ ministry, the Holy
Spirit’s work in him was hardly quiet and peaceful. Jesus
spent his life turning the status quo upside down—
challenging those in power and uplifting those who were
oppressed. Jesus called for repentance from sin, healed
the outcast, and overturned the moneychangers’ tables
in the temple.
As we hear in the reading from Acts, after his baptism
Jesus was filled with “the holy Spirit and power.” Talk
about a second chance to make a first impression—this
Holy Spirit turned out to be no meek dove, but a mover
and a shaker!
Though Jesus’ baptism was different form ours, we too
receive the power of the Holy Spirit in our baptism and in
the sacrament of confirmation. And the Holy Spirit seeks
to move and shake in our lives, just as it did in Jesus’ life.
But we’re not marionettes controlled by the Spirit. We
must respond to the Spirit’s urging. In the moments
when a colleague tells a racist joke, when we see a
stranger treated unjustly, or when a lonely neighbor
aches for companionship—in those moments, the Holy
Spirit calls us to speak out in justice and to reach out in
love. The Spirit continually seeks to make new first
impressions in the world through our actions—if we are
willing to respond.
Janel Esker
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LITURGIES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2011
7:30 AM— ROSS CERNIGLIA
JOSEPH PORADA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2011
7:30 AM— DIVINE SAVIOR PARISHIONERS
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2011
7:30 AM— ANTHONY LOCASCIO
LUCA PAVONE
LOUISE ZITTMAN
THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, 2011
ST. HILARY
7:30 AM— DIVINE SAVIOR PARISHIONERS
FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011
7:30 AM— RICHARD GIBBONS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 15, 2011
VIGIL: SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
4:00 PM— JOSEPHINE & JOSEPH DERUS
ROSE WIATR
RUDOLPH F. WIATR
ALL SOULS IN PURGATORY
SUNDAY, JANUARY 16, 2011
SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:30 AM— ARLENE & PHILIP PELLICORE
9:30 AM— HELEN CIRONE
BETTY GLOMSKI
JENNIE & SAM MALANDRINO
HELEN MARCIN
LEONARD STANCY
11:30 AM— PHYLLIS T. MAGGIO
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Hebrews 1:1‐6; Mark 1:14‐20
Tuesday: Hebrews 2:5‐12; Mark 1:21‐28
Wednesday: Hebrews 2:14‐18; Mark 1:29‐39
Thursday: Hebrews 3:7‐14; Mark 1:40‐45
Friday: Hebrews 4:1‐5, 11; Mark 2:1‐12
Saturday: Hebrews 4:12‐16; Mark 2:13‐17
Sunday: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Isaiah 49:3, 5‐6
1 Corinthians 1:1‐3
John 1:29‐34
MINISTERS AND SERVERS SCHEDULE FOR WEEKEND OF JANUARY 15/16
Presider Lector Eucharistic Ministers
Servers
4:00 PM Fr. Alcantara Cheryl Smits
7:30 AM Fr. LoBianco Dominic Sulimowski
9:30 AM Fr. LoBianco Thomas Macek
11:30 AM Fr. McCarthy Santo Faso
Jerry Brown
John Caponigro
Teresita Wang
Jerome Kolaski
Doris Murar
Nancy Sulimowski
Debbie Patzelt
Laura Gale
Lucille Gutowski
Zita Ong
Frank Lizak
Rosaura Mateus
FOOD FOR THE NEEDY
Next weekend, January 15/16, the targeted items for our
weekly collection for the needy will be: PERSONAL CARE
PRODUCTS— Bar Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes,
Shampoo, Deodorant, Toilet Tissue, Facial Tissue/
Kleenex, Paper Towels, Dishwashing Liquid, Napkins,
Laundry Powder/Liquid. The vestibule is the place to
leave your gift.
The food pantry at our sharing parish, St. Eulalia in
Maywood, IL, is in great need of the donations we
receive each week. Your continued generosity in
remembering the needy is appreciated.
Ralph Kopkowski
Anthony Mitchell
Ed Kelly
Dorothy Ellsworth
Patrick Patzelt
Jacqueline Pomis
Valerie Chernich
Mary Beth Schaefer
Alec Budnik
Michael Kopkowski
Stephanie Santucci
James Mikucki
Sabrina Krasinski
Seth Krueger
Jared Krueger
Michael Maurello
Dominic Maurello
Alessandra Pontarelli

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MISSION STATEMENT OF THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF DIVINE SAVIOR
We are a faith community that seeks the fullest relationship with Jesus, by our communion with each other, through
the Eucharist, Sacraments, Prayer, and Service.
PASTORAL STAFF
Pastor Rev. Richard J. LoBianco
Director of Religious Education/Business Manager
Ms. Mary E. Coban
Assisting Priests Rev. Miguel B. Alcantara
Rev. Terrence A. Mc Carthy
Music Director Ms. Mary Lou Marcin
Director Young Adult Choir Mrs. Mary Herman
Bulletin Editor Mrs. Linda Gurklis
Coordinator of Adult Formation Mr. Frank Lizak
7740 W. Montrose Avenue Norridge, IL 60706
(708) 456‐9000 Fax: (708) 456‐7838
E‐mail: dsavior@aol.com
Website: divinesaviornorridge.org
WEEKEND LITURGIES
Saturday: 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9:30, & 11:30 AM
WEEKDAY LITURGIES
Monday‐Friday: 7:30 AM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Every Saturday: 3:15 ‐ 3:45 PM. Please call the rectory.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
1st Sunday of the Month. Please call the rectory.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Please call the rectory.
THIS WEEK
Monday: — Holy Name Society Dinner & Meeting
6:00 PM—Parish Hall
Tuesday: — Morris Drop‐In
8:00 AM—Parish Hall
Bible Discussion Group
10:00 AM — Parish Hall
Market Day Pick‐Up
1:15‐2:15 PM—Vestibule
Wednesday: — Religious Education Classes
Grades 6‐8, 6:45—8:15 PM
— Prayer Group
7:45 PM—Rectory
Friday: — Italian Prayer Group
7:30 PM — Rectory
Saturday: — Religious Education Classes
Preschool—Grade 5, 9:00—10:30 AM