SHKC Bulletin - 11.03

SACRED HEARTBEATS
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A NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED BY
SACRED HEART KNANAYA CATHOLIC
FORANE PARISH - CHICAGO

Message from our
Vicar
Season of the Dedication of the Church
Today marks the beginning of the final season in the Syro-
Malabar Church's liturgical calendar: the Season of the
Dedication of the Church (Qudas Edta). Over the next four
weeks, we commemorate Jesus, the Bridegroom, as He
lovingly offers the Church, His Bride, to the Father.
As the true Bridegroom, He leads the Church into the
heavenly bridal chamber, inviting us to share in the
imperishable glory and joy that awaits. This season
beautifully foreshadows the eternal bliss that will come after
the final judgment, reminding us of our hope in God's
promises.
During this sacred time, we reflect on the sanctity of the
Church as a whole, where we, the faithful, gather as a
community in God’s presence. Each of us is called to attain
this eternal glory through the Church—a sign of His heavenly
kingdom here on Earth, serving as a bridge between our
earthly lives and our heavenly destination.
Every time we enter a church, we are invited to meet and
unite with Christ through the Eucharistic celebration, our
heavenly banquet, which nourishes our souls and strengthens
our faith. The season fittingly begins with the parable of the
ten bridesmaids, encouraging us to remain vigilant and
prepared, waiting for our Bridegroom, Jesus, who will take us
into the bridal chamber of Heaven.
As we journey through this season, we will reflect on how our
faith communities prepare for this glorious union with Christ.
It culminates in the feast of Christ the King, where He shares
His splendor and reign with the entire Church, reminding us
of the ultimate fulfillment of our hopes and the call to live out
our faith in anticipation of His return.
Fr. Thomas Mulavanal
Pastor
SACRED HEART
KNANAYA CATHOLIC
FORANE PARISH
145 E. GRAND AVE.
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
PASTOR:
FR. THOMAS MULAVANAL
310-709-5111
TMULAVAN@GMAIL.COM
ASSOCIATE PASTOR:
FR. BINS CHETHALIL
281-818-6518
FRBINS@GMAIL.COM
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TRUSTEES:
THOMAS NEDUVAMPUZHA
630-854-9517
JENSEN AIKKARAPARAMBIL
312-307-0559
KISHOR KANNALA
773-407-1032
SABU MUTHOLAM
708-307-1795
MATHIAS PULLAPALLY
847-644-6305
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ACCOUNTANT: SUNNY MUTHOLAM
708-307-1794
SECRETARY: MERCY CHEMMALAKUZHY
630-915-5986
DRE: ZACHARIA CHELACKAL
630-605-1172
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MEDIA & PR TEAM:
LINCE THANNICHUVATTIL (PRO)
630-540-6758
ALAN KOTTAMKOMBIL
630-440-3963
TEENA NEDUVAMPUZHA
630-802-4746
JERRY THANNIKUZHIPPIL
630-687-0815

OFFERINGS
October 27th:
Sunday Collection: $3101
CCD Registration: $175
Feast of St. Jude Sponsorship: $300
TOTAL - $3576
Message from our
Associate Vicar
Dear Friends,
This weekend, and throughout the month of November, we fondly
remember all our departed loved ones. Some of the earliest Christian
writings outside the New Testament, such as the Acts of Paul and
Thecla and the Martyrdom of Perpetua and Felicity (both written in
the second century), refer to the Christian practice of praying for the
dead.
Praying for deceased family members as part of family night prayers
was an ancient practice among Oriental Christians. The early Church
Fathers encouraged this tradition, believing it was inherited from the
Apostles. Tertullian (A.D. 160-240) wrote about anniversary Masses for
the dead, advising widows to pray for their husbands. St. Augustine
noted that he prayed for his deceased mother, recalling her request:
“When I die, bury me anywhere you like, but remember to pray for me
at the altar” (Confessions, Book 11, Chapter 13, 35-37).
“In every way I have
shown you that by
hard work of that sort
we must help the
weak, and keep in
mind the words of the
Lord Jesus who
himself said, ‘It is
more blessed to give
than to receive.’”
~ Acts 20:35
Let us make this traditional prayer our own: Eternal rest grant unto
them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls
and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God,
rest in peace. Amen.
വി. യൂദാ ീഹായുെട തിരു ാള ം െകാ പ ് സമാപനവും
അനു ഗഹീതമാ ാൻ സഹകരി എ ാവർ ും ഹൃദയം നിറ
ന ി. ബഹു. ജിബിൽ അ െ േനതൃത ിൽ ന ുെട
മാതാപിതാ ൾ ും കു ികൾ ുമായി സംഘടി ി കി ീയൻ
ധ ാന ൾ വലിയ കൃപാഭീേഷക ിെ നിമിഷ ൾ ആയിരു ു.
ൈദവം ഓേരാ ദിവസവും ന ുെട അേയാഗ തകൾ
പരിഗണി ാെത കൂടുതൽ തിരുഹൃദയസ്േനഹേ ാെട നെ
െപാതിയു തിെന ഓർ ്, ഞ ൾ ന ിയു വരായിരി ാം.
Your brother in Christ,
Binsachan

GOSPEL REFLECTION ~ MATTHEW 25:1-13
Source: Daily Scripture Readings and Meditations
Are you missing out on what's most important in life? Being
unprepared can lead to a lot of unnecessary trouble and even
disastrous consequences! What good is a life-jacket left on
shore when the boat is sinking? Jesus’ story of ten silly girls
seems strange to westerners today. But his audience knew all
too well how easily this could happen to them. Wedding
customs in ancient Palestine required extra vigilance and
preparation for everyone involved. (Some near eastern villages
still follow this custom.) The bride and groom did not go away
for their honeymoon, but celebrated for a whole week with
their family and friends. It was the custom for the groom to
come at his discretion and get his bride and bring her to the
wedding party. If he came at night lamps were required by
necessity. To show up for a night party without a wedding
garment and a lamp is like showing up for a play or movie
that requires a reservation and a ticket. You just don’t get in
without the proper pass. Can you imagine the frustration one
experiences in traveling abroad and finding out you can’t get
into some country because you don’t have a valid passport or
visa.
Jesus warns us that there are consequences for being
unprepared. There are certain things you cannot obtain at the
last moment. For example, a student cannot prepare for his
exam when the day of testing is upon him. A person cannot
get the right kind of character or skill required for a task at
hand unless he already possesses it. Our eternal welfare
depends on our hearing, and many have trained themselves
to not hear. We will not be prepared to meet the Lord, face to
face, when he calls us on the day of judgment, unless we listen
to him today. The Lord invites us to feast at his banquet table.
Are you ready?
THIS WEEK AT SHKC:
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 2024
(1ST SUNDAY OF
DEDICATION OF THE CHURCH)
8:00 AM MAL. QURBANA
9:00 AM ADORATION
10:00 AM MAL. QURBANA & CCD
11:30 AM ENG. QURBANA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH, 2024
8:30 AM QURBANA
7:00 PM QURBANA
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2024
8:30 AM QURBANA
7:00 PM QURBANA &
ST. ANTHONY NOVENA
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH, 2024
8:30 AM QURBANA
7:00 PM QURBANA
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH, 2024
8:30 AM QURBANA
7:00 PM QURBANA &
ST. JUDE NOVENA
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH, 2024
8:30 AM QURBANA
7:00 PM QURBANA &
SACRED HEART NOVENA
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH, 2024
10:00 AM QURBANA &
OL OF PERPETUAL HELP NOVENA
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 2024
(2ND SUNDAY OF
DEDICATION OF THE CHURCH)
8:00 AM MAL. QURBANA
9:00 AM ADORATION
10:00 AM MAL. QURBANA & CCD
11:30 AM ENG. QURBANA

Bible Readers
N O V E M B E R 3
1 S T R E A D I N G :
E X O D U S 3 3 : 1 - 1 1
8 : 0 0 - V O L U N T E E R
1 0 : 0 0 - T H R E S S I A M M A P U T H I Y E D A T H U
1 1 : 3 0 - A L P H O N S A P U L L O R K U N N E L
2 N D R E A D I N G :
H E B R E W S 9 : 1 - 1 4
8 : 0 0 - V O L U N T E E R
1 0 : 0 0 - B I N O Y K I Z H A K A N A D Y
1 1 : 3 0 - R A H M T H A N I C H U V E T I L
N O V E M B E R 1 0
1 S T R E A D I N G :
E X O D U S 6 : 1 - 8
8 : 0 0 - V O L U N T E E R
1 0 : 0 0 - G R A C Y V A C H A C H I R A
1 1 : 3 0 - S I J O P U L L O R K U N N E L
2 N D R E A D I N G :
1 P E T E R 1 : 3 - 7
8 : 0 0 - V O L U N T E E R
1 0 : 0 0 - N E E V A C H A K I R I A M T H A D A T H I L
1 1 : 3 0 - A L E X I L L I M O O T I L

S T . T H O M A S S Y R O M A L A B A R C A T H O L I C E P A R C H Y
S E C O N D E P A R C H I A L
A S S E M B L Y
C H I C A G O

HOLY COMMUNION
PTA MEETING

Bensenville, Holy Childhood Ministry
Holy-ween Night
Children's Entertainment

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Retreat‌
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GREATER CHICAGO MALAYALI
ASSOCIATION BADMINTON
COMPETITION
45 + winner James Vettikat
Female winners
Jesin Vettikat
AND
Jocelyn Alappatt
Male winner Jubin Vettikat

Hello 11th and 12th graders, just a
reminder that you will have class this
Sunday at 10 am in the basement PreK
classroom. Tonny uncle will be teaching you
all about the meaning and significance
behind our Knanaya traditions. It will be a
very interesting and important topic, so
please try to attend. Thanks, and see you
all then!

BENSENVILLE PARISH
CATECHISM DEPARTMENT
Dear Parish Family,
As our catechism department prepare to celebrate
All Saints Day this Sunday, I invite each of you to
reflect on the great legacy of faith, love, and
perseverance left by the saints. This celebration is
our chance to honor the countless men and women
who lived holy lives and now rejoice eternally in
God's presence. All Saints Day reminds us that
heaven is not just a distant dream; it is the joyful
promise that Christ holds out to each of us a call to
live with love, integrity, and devotion to God and
neighbor. Why do we, as Catholics, celebrate this
day so joyfully? First, it honors those faithful who
have reached heaven, having lived lives of faith on
earth.
Their example is a powerful witness, showing us
the path to holiness. On this day, we also pray for
their intercession, asking for their guidance and
blessings as we journey toward heaven ourselves.
It's a reminder that our hope is eternal - that we,
too, are called to the joy and glory of heaven, surrounded
by God, the angels, and all His saints. In
preparation, our catechism school will celebrate All
Saints Day with children dressing up as their patron
saints.

This tradition serves as a beautiful way for our
young ones to remember and honor their
special saint, replacing the darker images sometimes
associated with Halloween with the shining
example of those who followed Christ faithfully.
Children are reminded that the saints are real heroes
of our faith, each with unique virtues and stories
to inspire them. By choosing to dress as their
saint, our young parishioners learn more about
their life and legacy, gaining a model to follow on
their own path to holiness. I ask all parents to
encourage and help your children dress as their
patron saints this Sunday.
This meaningful gesture allows them to bring the
saints' lives into our midst and shows them that the
saints are companions on their journey. Thank you
for your dedication in making this a memorable day
for our children and for helping them to see the
beauty of a life lived with God. My heartfelt thanks
also go to our catechism teachers, who work tirelessly
to inspire and guide our young ones in their
faith. Let us join together in prayer and celebration
next Sunday, honoring all saints and asking for their
intercession, as we strengthen our own hope of
sharing in their eternal joy.
In Christ's love,
Thomas Achan & Bins Achan

https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/faithful-citizenship/upload/forming-consciences-for-faithfulcitizenship.pdf

Join Us for the 41st Annual Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot 5K Run /
Walk!
Start your Thanksgiving morning with a family-friendly 5K Run /
Walk on Thursday, November 28, at 9:00 AM in Elmhurst, IL.
Proceeds from this event support Catholic Charities and local
food pantries, with our parish’s teen ministry proudly taking the
lead.
After the trot, join us at Sacred Heart Parish for hot chocolate
and fellowship starting at 10:30 AM, followed by an English
Thanksgiving Mass at 11:00 AM.
Everyone is welcome—whether you’re running or walking, it’s a
wonderful way to give back this holiday season. Registration is
$40, and you can use coupon code “trickortreat” for a $5
discount through 11/3.
Let’s make this Thanksgiving a celebration of giving and
gratitude. We hope to see you there!

Bringing Heritage to Campus:
A Holy Qurbana Experience
A few weeks ago, on October 16, Fr. Bins Chethalil visited the University of
Illinois Urbana-Champaign to celebrate Holy Qurbana at St. John’s Catholic
Newman Center on campus along with Fr. Joel Pius from the Mar Thoma Sleeha
Syro-Malabar Cathedral. This is an event organized by a group of Malayali
students every semester on campus to give students, especially those who are
out of state, a chance to attend mass in the Syro-Malabar Rite. Before the
Qurbana, the priests traveled across campus to several different
dorms/apartments to provide a blessing at the student's dwelling. The mass
was open to everyone, and the turnout was impressive, with many students
from the Knanaya and Syro-Malabar communities in attendance, along with
many others looking to experience something new.
Overall, the Qurbana was a huge success with a wonderful group of altar
servers and choir assisting, resulting in positive feedback all around.
Afterwards, all attendees were invited to stay for pizza, dessert, and
socializing. Students of all ages attended this event and it was a good
opportunity to connect with old friends and to meet new fellow Knas. I
want to thank Fr. Bins and Fr. Joel for making the long journey down to
Urbana-Champaign. It means a lot to our youth and your dedication and
commitment towards shaping our faith is appreciated. Oftentimes, it's difficult
for college students to stay connected with their faith when they are far
from home, so we are glad that so many of the youth took time out of their
busy schedules on a weekday to attend the Holy Qurbana. This shows how
strong faith is within the Knanaya community!
Nicholas Pullappallil

Bensenville Sacred Heart Church
M E N ’ S A N D W O M E N ’ S M I N I S T R Y
BRANSON, MO

* Last date to submit the video
November 12, 2024

Little Saints Contest - 2024
In connection with the All-Saints Day on November 1st, Holy Childhood Ministry of Knanaya
Catholic Region is conducting a video competition for Holy Childhood members of all the parishes
and missions under the Knanaya Region. They have to dress up like a saint and take the video of
that. Participants can talk about or act like the saint. Exciting prizes will be awarded to the
winners.
Contest Rules:
1.⁠ ⁠The contest is open only to Sunday School students up to grade 3, in this academic year.
2.⁠ ⁠The video should be less than a minute, else it will be disqualified.
3.⁠ ⁠The video can be edited in anyway.
4.⁠ ⁠Participants should not reveal their name or parish name or place, through sound or as a
writing in the video.
5.⁠ ⁠Video can be in English or Malayalam.
6.⁠ ⁠Only one person can appear in a single video.
7.⁠ ⁠Each participant should submit only one entry.
8.⁠ ⁠The final video can be submitted to the regional team by using the Google form -
https://forms.gle/Nz6qkqLYDLz8eVk68
9.⁠ ⁠All details in the google form must be entered for further verification and contact.
10.⁠ ⁠The file name of the video should be in the format: <Parish City Name><First Name><Last Name>.
Say, Atlanta_Abraham_Chacko.mp4
11.⁠ ⁠All entries must be submitted to the regional team, by November 12, 2024.
12.⁠ ⁠All decisions taken by the judges are final.
13.⁠ ⁠The video will be published in the social media. By submitting the video to the Google form, the
parent of the participant is giving the consent for the same.
14.⁠ ⁠The qualified videos will be published in the Youtube channel page of Regional CML, and special
prizes will be awarded to the popular ones, based on the number of views and likes received in the
month of November.

Dear High School Students and Parents,
Join us for ROOTED '24, a transformative four-day conference hosted by the Knanaya Region Teen
Ministry. This year theme is “Discovering our journey with Jesus through Knanaya Catholic roots”. From
December 26th to 29th, we’ll gather in Darien, IL, for inspiring talks, fellowship, and fun games. ROOTED
'24 is designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your connection to our Knanaya Catholic heritage and to
create opportunity to meet other Knanaya teens from across US.
Conference Topics Include:
1. Preparing for the Future: Strengthening Faith in a Noisy World
2. Embracing Knanaya Heritage and Living the Catholic Mission
3. Building Healthy Relationships: Friendship and Romance
4. Identity and Self-Worth
5. Bouncing Back: Turning Setbacks into Opportunities for Growth
6. Leading with Purpose: Becoming a Positive Influence in School and Beyond
7. Finding Strength: The Power of the Eucharist and Prayer
8. Goals with Purpose: Aligning Your Dreams with Your Values
Registration is open now! To register and to get more details, please visit:
http://tinyurl.com/TeenministryRooted24
We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Adaptive Faith Formation:
Prioritizing Children with Special Needs
In recent years, the Catholic Church has increasingly embraced adaptive faith formation to
better serve its diverse community, with a particular focus on children with learning
disabilities, special needs, and developmental disabilities. This evolving approach seeks to
ensure that faith education is inclusive, accessible, and meaningful for all young learners.
Adaptive faith formation recognizes that traditional methods may not adequately address
the needs of children with varying abilities. By prioritizing flexibility and personalization, this
newly developed program specifically tailored to support these children. This includes
creating materials and environments that are sensitive to different learning needs, such as
sensory-friendly resources, visual aids, and interactive activities.
For children with learning disabilities or developmental disabilities, adaptive faith formation
involves crafting inclusive programs that accommodate various learning styles and
developmental stages. The goal is to ensure that each child can participate in and benefit
from faith formation activities.
In our church, children with special needs to feel welcomed and valued. This includes
fostering an environment of understanding, mentoring, and providing inclusive service
opportunities. Such approaches will help children with special needs to connect with others
and grow spiritually in a supportive and affirming setting.
By implementing these adaptive strategies, we aim to provide a rich and inclusive faith
experience for all children, irrespective of their abilities. This commitment not only supports
the individual spiritual development of children with special needs but also enhances the
Church’s mission to build a welcoming and compassionate faith community. Through
ongoing adaptation and innovation, the church seeks to ensure that its teachings are
accessible and meaningful for every child.
Our Bensenville Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Church is also dreaming of providing
adaptive faith formation to those of our kidos who are differently abled. Anyone who is
interested in enrolling children or to volunteer for this noble venture, may please contact the
DRE, Zacharia Chelakkal (630-605-1172) or Parent Coordinator, Lince Thannichuvattil (630-
540-6758)

Pre-Marriage Course
From Friday, November 08, 2024 (4:00 PM), to Sunday, November 10, 2024 (1:00 PM), at
St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Forane Church, Houston, TX
From Friday, December 06, 2024 (4:00 PM), to Sunday, December 08, 2024 (1:00 PM), at
Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Forane Church, Bensenville, IL
From Friday, April 25, 2025 (4:00 PM), to Sunday, April 27, 2025 (1:00 PM), at
St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Church, Morton Grove, IL
From Friday, July 11, 2025 (4:00 PM), to Sunday, July 13, 2025 (1:00 PM) at
St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Forane Church, San Jose, CA
From Friday, September 19, 2025 (4:00 PM), to Sunday, September 21, 2025 (1:00 PM), at
St. Stephen’s Knanaya Catholic Forane Church, Hempstead, NY
From Friday, December 05, 2025 (4:00 PM), to Sunday, December 07, 2025 (1:00 PM), at
Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Forane Church, Bensenville, IL
FOR REGISTRATION,
CONTACT: TONY PULLAPALLIL
(630) 205-5078

KNANAYA CATHOLIC REGION
ST. THOMAS SYRO-MALABAR CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CHICAGO
9405 Michael Ct, Morton Grove, IL 60053 Pre-Marriage Course
September 20 to September 22, 2024 (At St. Mary’s Church- Rockland-NY) November 08
to November 10, 2024 (At St. Mary’s Knanaya catholic church, Houston, TX) December 06
to December 08, 2024 (At Sacred Heart Church- Bensenville, IL) April 25 to April 27, 2025
(At St. Mary’s Church- Morton Grove, IL)
May 09 to May 11, 2025 (At St. Mary’s Knanaya catholic church, Houston, TX)
Full Name: Sex (Please circle): Male / Female House Name:
Address & Phone # (In U.S.A): Email ID: Father's Name:
Mother's Name: Name of the parish/ Mission in USA: Name
of the parish in India: Acknowledgement from the Parish
Vicar / Mission Director.
I here by acknowledge that this applicant belongs to my Parish/ Mission.
I am here by giving my consent to the above person to attend the pre-marriage
course conducted by the Knanaya Catholic Region, USA.
Name & Signature
Date:
(Pastor/ Mission Director)