a chosen race, a royal priesthood - Corpus Christi Catholic Church

You are “a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people
of his own, so that you may announce the praises” of him who
called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
1 Peter 2:9
April 20, 2008 � Fifth Sunday of Easter � Corpus Christi

Mass Intentions Ministry Schedule
Saturday - April 19
11:00 a.m. First Communicants and Their Families
5:00 p.m. The People of Corpus Christi
Sunday - April 20 (Fifth Sunday of Easter)
7:00 a.m. Andrew Rochocki (dec.) (The Rochocki Family)
Josephine Madziarek (dec.) (The Speers Family)
9:00 a.m. Jeanette Stabosz (dec.) (M. & C. Patterson)
11:00 a.m. William Storino (dec.) (D. Molinaro)
Walter Ferrone (dec.) (D. Molinaro)
Branden Samorajski (dec.) (D. Molinaro)
Monday - April 21 (Anselm, bishop, doctor)
8:30 a.m. Harry Bernardo (dec.) (Fr. Bob Hoffenkamp)
Al Azarcon (dec.) (Anita Azarcon)
Tuesday - April 22
8:30 a.m. Fr. Ron Hart (living) (Corpus Christi)
Wednesday - April 23 (George, martyr;
Adalbert, bishop, martyr)
8:30 a.m.
Thursday - April 24 (Fidelis of Sigmaringen, priest, martyr)
8:30 a.m. Communion Prayer Service
Friday - April 25 (Mark, evangelist)
8:30 a.m. Soledad Yang (dec.) (Doreen Kampen)
Saturday - April 26
11:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
First Communicants and Their Families
Sunday - April 27 (Sixth Sunday in Easter)
7:00 a.m. The People of Corpus Christi
Andrew Rochocki (dec.) (The Rochocki Family)
9:00 a.m. Raymond Chalus (dec.) (The Brewer Family)
11:00 a.m. Louis Canepa (dec.) (The Fox Family)
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Corpus Christi Catholic Church
1415 Lies Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188
630.483.4673
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For Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th
5:00 p.m. Mass LC: S. Bell
Lectors: Rehfield, Quinn
Host Greeters: R. Mahrenholz, K. Mahrenholz,
F. DeRaimo Family, M. Finn
Eucharistic Ministers: A. Savegnago, E. Zenker,
P. Leonard, J. Austria, M. Austria,
S. Bell
7:00 a.m. Mass LC: M. Dedic
Lectors: Brewer, Urani
Host Greeters: S. Slobodecki, R. Slobodecki,
K. Dedic
Eucharistic Ministers: M. Dedic, C. Fessl, J. Hookham,
B. Sanchez, M. Sanchez, L. Stompor
9:00 a.m. Mass LC: D. Amato
Lectors: Zayia, Amato
Host Greeters: V. Julian, A. Julian, S. Julian,
D. Lambert
Eucharistic Ministers: P. Sokolowski, P. Thomas, R. Varco,
G. Pashawitz, M. Pashawitz,
M. Bostelmann
11:00 a.m. Mass LC: L. Williams
Lectors: A. Bell, Williams
Host Greeters: S. Aspy, D. Aspy, K. Aspy,
G. Bartolone
Eucharistic Ministers: M. Fox, B. Groves, D. Miller,
C. Millon, A. Olsen, P. Smedley
Please pray for...
Our Sick... Karen Van Geem (Spouse of Jim), Jeanette Pierson, Marlene Chalus
(Mother of Scott), Russell Mellan (Son of Helen), Jane Geenwald (Friend of Sharon
Dillon), Shirley Rickert (Spouse of Tony), Valerie Eichenberger (Spouse of Ike),
Audrey Arns (Sister of Alice Vesely), Julie Vesely (Daughter-in-law of Joe and Alice;
husband Christopher), Jan Peera (Mother of Kathy Vechiola), Charlotte & Bruno
Nutof, Fr. Phil Henseler, Joseph McCoy (Infant Son of Adam & Mary), Peter Scavarda
(Brother of Patrick), Tyler Ostos (Son of Mike and Stephanie; friend of the Paskers),
Jayne Zenker (Daughter of Michael and Ellen), Ryan Pistner (Nephew of Cheryl
Scavarda), Dominic Saverino (Son of Frank and Bobbie), Ken Wahrman (Father-inlaw
of Mark Herwaldt), Emil Uhlarik (Father of Jim), Gail Hedlund (Sister of Doretta
Gates), Sue and Ed Jurkowski, Steve (Spouse of Pam), Morgan Young (Niece of
Michelle Eckelberry), John Miller (Spouse of MaryAnn), Steve (Spouse of Kelly),
Leona Galiga (Mother of Diane Kloc), Deborah Hessert (Cousin of Elise Ciribassi),
Fred Krahn (Cousin of Jennifer Benes), Bob, Larry and Roger Miller (Sons of Grace;
brothers of Margaret Dugo), Samantha Dehner (Niece of Gail Opel), Lauren
Debrawere (Niece of Bill & Rose Meindl, shot at NIU), Rose Zayia (Mother of Denis),
David Loveall (Cousin of Mary Thiltgen), Sue and Kamillus Schroeder, Eileen Ungaro
(Sister of Joan Graham), June Nudd (Friend of Joan Graham), Samuel Rickert
(Grandson of Tony and Shirley Rickert), Rebecca Waypa (Daughter of Mark and
Jane), Gail Patinos (Friend of the Panopoulos’, Joe Mianulli (Brother of C.
Giammanco), Anthony Amato (brother of Rick), Carolyn Donnell (Mother of Dena
Schauer), Ron Meyer (Spouse of Toni; father of Brittany and Rebecca), Evelyn Pacioni
(Mother of Terri Benes), Mark Pierce (Spouse of Kathleen), Fran Sarley (Sister of
Mary Jones), Ann Mangen (Sister-in-law of Dan and Marlene Shorter), Eddie Jordan,
Ron Zararuski (Spouse of Marie; friend of Dora Gibellina), Kelley Sheppherd (Sister of
Mark Pierce), Tom Heil (Friend of Tom Rizzo), Alex Valentine (nephew of Judy and Tim
Hancock)
Our Deceased… Clarene Baaske (Father of George), Bob Crumlett (Friend of
the Meyer Family), Greg Klise (Brother of Andrea, Dennis & Jim), Branden Samorajski
(Friend of Molinaro Family), Clarene Baaske (Father of George), Bob Crumlett (Friend
of the Meyer Family), Greg Klise (Brother of Andrea, Dennis & Jim), Branden
Samorajski (Friend of Molinaro Family)

Weekly Readings
Sunday, April 20 (Fifth Sunday of Easter)
Acts 6:1-7 Ps 33:1-2,4-5,18-19
1 Pt 2:4-9
Jn 14:1-12
Monday, April 21 Acts 14:5-18 Ps 115:1-4,15-16
Jn 14:21-26
Tuesday, April 22 Acts 14:19-28 Ps 145:10-13b,21
Jn 14:27-31a
Wednesday, April 23 Acts 15:1-6 Ps 122:1-5
Jn 15:1-8
Thursday, April 24 Acts 15:7-21 Ps 96:1-3,10
Jn 15:9-11
Friday, April 25 1 Pt 5:5b-14 Ps 89:2-3,6-7,16-17
Mk 16:15-20
Saturday, April 26 Acts 16:1-10 Ps 100:1b-2,3,5
Jn 15:18-21
Sunday, April 27 (Sixth Sunday of Easter)
Acts 8:5-,14-17 Ps 66:1-7,16,20
1 Pt 3:15-18
Jn 14:15-21
Attention Prayerful
Single Men!
The New Melleray
Trappist Monastery in
Peosta, Iowa will be
hosting an exciting “Livein
Experience” vocational
retreat soon. They only
have this once a year, so
don’t miss it. Work and
pray with the monks on their 3500 acre farm and enjoy
the vocational talks. The date is Memorial Day weekend,
May 23-26th. There is no cost but space is limited. For
more information, call toll free at 1-800-221-1807.
Counseling Available
As an affiliate of Central DuPage Counseling
Center, counseling services are available to our
parishioners. You can contact Jack Berkemeyer at
630-752-9750 or go to their website at:
www.cdpcc.org.
Working with the
Scriptures
April 20, 2008 (John 14:1-12)
“Amen, amen, I say to you,
whoever believes in me will do
the works that I do, and will
do greater ones than these…”.
What are these ‘works’ that
Jesus is talking about? How
can we know Him?
“Peace be with you.” Barry
and Kevin were architects with
very different ideas of how the
project they were working on
should be handled. For the
people involved in the meeting
it was uncomfortable, even
embarrassing. So when
Eleanor came up with a third
idea for completing the project,
one that both men could buy
into, they all breathed a sigh of
relief. Because Eleanor had
listened closely to what each
man was saying rather than
taking one side over the other
she was able to bring about a
peaceful solution that allowed
both men to save face.
“Do not be afraid.” Jenny was
nine. Her teeth were coming
in crooked and the dentist was
going to have to pull two baby
teeth so that her permanent
teeth would have the space to
develop properly. Jenny was
terrified. “Look at Mickey!”
the doctor said, directing the
child’s attention to the cartoons
on the ceiling and away from
the waiting tray of
instruments.
“Your faith has healed you.”
The doctor saw the cross Beth’s
mother was wearing and asked
about it. Beth was surprised,
since most of the doctors her
mother had seen had been far
too busy to sit and talk with an
old lady, especially about
religion. Because of his respect
for her faith in God Beth’s
mother had faith in her doctor
as well, and her physical
condition quickly improved.
Beginning with Genesis,
people of faith have wondered
what God looks like. And the
disciples were certainly no
exception. “Master, show us
the Father.” “If you know me,
then you will also know my
Father.” We know Jesus as
bearer of peace, as comforter
and as healer. “Whoever has
seen me has seen the Father.”
So what does the Father look
like? Perhaps he looks like an
architect – or a dentist – or a
doctor who takes the time to
listen to an old lady’s
concerns…
-Vinal Van Benthem
Thank You Corpus Christi Youth Ministry!
On behalf of Bartlett Learning Center, Inc., I would like to
thank you for your donation of $808.01 in support of
Cupertino Home. Your “Souper Bowl Sunday” donation to
the gentlemen living at Cupertino Home as well as your
commitment to helping those with Mental Impairments and
Developmental Disabilities in our community is sincerely
appreciated. Through our programs we have seen many
lives changed for the better.
Thank you again for your generous support of our efforts.
Michael E. Kelly,
President, Bartlett Learning Center, Inc. Board of Directors

What is Mystagogy….
In the fifty days of the Easter
season that follow the celebration
of Our Lord’s resurrection, our
recently confirmed adults begin a
journey of mystagogy. It is a time
to continue the interpretation of
the mystery of their faith and
relationship with Christ. But, this
period is not only for them…it is
for all of us as well!
For all Christian believers, mystagogy means a
continued discernment of the Spirit. It could take place
during communal and personal prayer, theological
reflection, spiritual direction, or retreat. Mystagogy
assists all of us to encounter the risen Christ in the
liturgy, the Scriptures, the Church and in our everyday
lives.
Mystagogy is a process of conscious communal
teaching and reflection that takes place within the
Church, which is itself a place for forgiveness and
healing.
As we all continue on our life long journey of
mystagogy here some questions for each of us to
ponder…
� How do I experience the Resurrection of Jesus
Christ in my own life?
� How can mystagogy bring to life the mystery of
Christ in the Church for me?
� How has the Spirit lead you and challenged you
to a deeper faith and life of devotion?
Peace,
Deacon Tom
from the Greek word that means:
“the interpretation of mystery”
Little Tiny Jesus
It’s been four weeks since the Baby Jesus
was conceived; He is growing rapidly, and
is now just under ¼” long.
(photo from www.pregnancy .org)
Share Your Heritage and Language
Talents with the Parish in a Special Way!
"And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and
began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit
enabled them to proclaim." (Acts 2:4)
Every week, we collectively offer our petitions in our
Prayer of the Faithful. On Pentecost weekend (May 10th
and 11th), we'd like to proclaim our petitions in "different
tongues" and we need the help of our multilingual
parishioners!
If you speak a foreign language and are willing to
proclaim one of the petitions on Pentecost weekend,
contact Peg Rivera in the Liturgy Office by Thursday,
May 1st (630-483-4673 x107; ccchoir@sbcglobal.net).
We're looking for 3-5 volunteers for each of our four
weekend Masses (5:00 p.m. Vigil, 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and
11:00 a.m.). Listen to the Spirit, and help our parish
family experience God's word in a special way this
Pentecost!
Parish Calendar
Saturday, April 19 11:00 a.m. First Communion
Sunday, April 20 Sunday Morning RE Classes
10:00 a.m. SVdP
1:00 p.m. WOW Counselor Mtg.
5:30 p.m. Peer Ministry Team
7:00 p.m. “Second Sunday”
Monday, April 21 7:00 p.m. 1st Communion
Practice
7:30 p.m. RCIA
7:30 p.m. Women’s CRHP
SS Peter/Paul
Tuesday, April 22 7:00 p.m. Men’s CRHP
Parish Hs. Basement
Wednesday, April 23 12:00 p.m. Staff Meeting
6:00 p.m. Children Choir
6:00 p.m. PADS
7:00 p.m. Adult Choir
Thursday, April 24 7:00 p.m. Cantor Practice
7:30 p.m. Loss Support Group
Marian Hall
Friday, April 25 7:00 p.m. “Rooted in Christ”
Saturday, April 26 11:00 a.m. 1st Communion
Sunday, April 27 Sunday Morning RE Classes
5:30 p.m. Peer Ministry Team
7:00 p.m. DTS—St. Anne Rm.

MASS COLLECTION
Current Yr. Previous Yr.
04/13/08 04/16/07
Budget vs. Actual
Weekly Budgeted Amount $11,465.00 $11,311.00
*Total Amount Received $12,590.08 $11,599.35
Difference $1,125.08 $288.35
Amount Collected at Mass $11,180.08 $11,599.35
St. Vincent de Paul $599.00 $579.97
Household Contributing 410 411
Average Sunday Gift $27.27 $28.22
Loose Checks, Cash & Change $1,588.68 $1,913.60
Children’s Collection $16.90 $2.75
Other Information
Building Maintenance $569.00 $530.00
Flowers $146.00 $468.25
Amount Received Electronically $1,410.00 $0.00
*Includes Sunday e-giving donations
First Communion 4/12/08 $708.00 $572.50
Collection Counters
Monday, April 21st
Angeline Landise Julie Erdei
Joan Quattlander Tina Slobodecki
Roberta Slobodecki Anna Maria Laterza
Hospitality Schedule
Sunday, April 27th
Bakers
7:00 a.m. I. Mamica, A. Meyer,
L. Nippert, C. & E. Pasker
9:00 a.m. L. Achacoso, P. Falco,
L. Palmisano, L. Paup, S. Marsala
11:00 a.m. M. Angara, C. Brown,
A. Padua, V. Pelletiere, K. Christerpherson
Coffee Makers
7:00 a.m. J. & B. Benes
9:00 a.m. A. M. Laterza
11:00 a.m. S. & E. Morden
“Those who have faith in
Me will do the works I do,
and far greater than these,”
Jesus tells His disciples.
That’s quite an assignment
for us as Christian
stewards!
See John 14:12
Campaign Corner
It has been a little more than five months
since we announced the Empowered by
Unity, We Extend Ourselves capital
campaign. In this time, we have made
tremendous progress, thanks to all of our
generous parishioners.
As of Tuesday, April 15, 2008, here is our progress
toward our goal:
Total Amount Pledged: $ 904,459
Total Amount Collected on Pledges: $ 249,369
Amount Needed to Reach Goal: $ 553,040
If you have not yet made a commitment to the
campaign – there is still time to do so. Simply fill out
your Letter of Intent and return it to the parish office.
All I ask is that each of us do what we can, and I know
this will be successful. Faith is an essential component
to any project – please continue to pray for our parish
in this time of growth.
God bless,
- Fr. Bob
Catholic Charities Events
Catholic Charities
Wants to See You
on the
Fairway to Heaven
Mark your calendars and plan to attend Catholic
Charities Fairway to Heaven Golf Invitational on Friday,
May 16th at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont.
Afternoon shot gun start begins at 1:30 p.m. Lunch,
beverages, snacks, dinner and special fun attractions at
featured holes are provided.
Tickets are $250 if purchased by May 2nd. After May
2nd, tickets are $275 each. For more information visit
www.cc-doj.org or call Sue Kaiser at 815-724-1139.
Catholic Charities hopes to see you on the Fairway to
Heaven!

What is the Peace and Social
Justice Ministry?
Our Catholic teaching calls us to serve those in need and to
change the structures that deny people their dignity and rights
as children of God. The act of seeking justice works
hand-in-hand with acts of charity. In addition, taking action to
gain justice for those in need is a complementary component of
serving those in need.
The Peace and Social Justice ministry of Corpus Christi parish
will work in a number of ways:
• We will share the social
teaching of the Catholic
Church with all parishioners.
• We will apply Catholic social
teaching to major
contemporary domestic and
international issues which
have significant moral and
religious dimensions.
• We will advocate for the poor
and vulnerable and for
genuine justice and peace in
the public policy arena.
We will work to defend human
life, human dignity, human rights and the pursuit of justice and
peace in our community, in our state, in our nation, and in our
world.
What are the Core Values of Catholic
Peace and Social Justice Teaching?
As Catholics:
• We believe in the life and dignity of the human
person.
• We believe that family, community and social
participation must be supported and strengthened.
• We have a responsibility to act in order to help one
another and the larger society.
• We need to place the needs of the poor and the
vulnerable first.
• We believe in the dignity of work and the right to
productive work, to decent and fair wages, to private
property, and to economic initiative.
• We must work to promote peace and solidarity in a
world surrounded by violence and conflict.
• We believe that care for the earth and for God’s
creations is a requirement of our faith.
How is Peace and Social Justice Different from the
Ministries Corpus Christi Parish Already Pursues?
Corpus Christi parishioners accomplish so much in the area
of pastoral ministry, but we rarely pursue peace and social
justice responses to problems that we see. For example, a
pastoral response to hunger in
the community would be to set
up a food drive, donate to soup
kitchens, and volunteer to help
at a food pantry. The peace and
social justice response could
involve lobbying for a more
extensive food stamp program,
asking more corporations to
support food distribution organizations, and trying to
improve the minimum wage laws.
Members of a pastoral ministry may confront the problems
of refugees in a community by sponsoring and supporting a
refugee family. Members of a peace and social justice
ministry will look at the same problem and advocate that
government and law enforcement officials need to
strengthen the laws protecting refugees in this state or
educate the community about the importance of Sanctuary
protection for political refugees.
The Peace and Social Justice ministry at Corpus Christi will
look for ways to work hand-in-hand with all the pastoral
ministries at our church, and will also be an advocate for
individuals and populations in our community who are in
need, but may be overlooked by those who can best help
them.
What are Some Examples of Peace and Social
Justice Issues?
The issues can be local, nationwide, or worldwide. They
include: hunger, gun control, the death penalty, the
environment, faithful
citizenship and voting,
affordable housing, war in
the world, migrants and
refugees, immigration,
minimum wages, human
trafficking, affordable
healthcare, abortion, unemployment, support for the
elderly, support for the disabled, euthanasia, Catholic
persecution, poverty, and welfare.
What Peace and Social Justice Issues will Corpus
Christi’s ministry be working on?
Initially, the Peace and Social Justice ministry will be
focusing on issues of hunger, on banning the death penalty,
and on developing affordable housing for those in need.
Corpus Christi Peace and Social Justice Ministry
“Empowered by Unity, We Extend Ourselves.
Instructed by Jesus, We Work for Justice.”
Do you want know more? Contact Sue Junkroski at:
suejunkroski@hotmail.com

IN HONOR OF MOTHER’S DAY, 2008
Through our parish campus improvement project, we will be updating our garden that surrounds the Blessed
Mother statue. One of the updates will be a plaque where families have the opportunity to honor their mother in a
truly special way. For a donation of $1,000 all of the “special women” in a family can be recognized. For example,
couples may want to honor both of their moms and if the couple has children, they may want to honor the mother
of their children too. All three may have their names listed in this opportunity.
What better way to have your mother remembered this Mother’s Day and always? Simply fill out and return the
bottom portion of this page with your payment today.
YES! I would love to have this unique naming opportunity!
In support of the mission of Corpus Christi Church, I/we will contribute $1,000 to the Blessed Mother Garden
dedicated to Mothers. These funds will ultimately support the parish renovation and expansion campaign.
NAME: (Please print)
Address:
City: Zip: Phone:
Signature:
Blessed Mother Statue & Garden
Dedicated to Mothers
NAME(S) TO BE ON THE MEMORIAL (Please print):
1) 2)
3) 4)
5) 6)
Copyright, M. Mozdin 2008

Easter Flowers
Remembering: The Joseph Vesely Family
The Andrew Glajsek Family
This Easter Season with Flowers – Joseph Vesely
Remembering: Simon Son
Judith Mangold
Fred, Eleanor and Diane Mangold
This Easter Season with Flowers – Ron and Michelle Mangold
Remembering: Mark and Helen Cribben
Mary and Patrick Walsh
Kay Schank
John Chiariello
This Easter Season with Flowers – Pat and Jerry Walsh
Remembering: Richard Mushro
Edward Breinig
This Easter Season with Flowers – Maureen and Joe Breinig
Remembering: Fessl Family
Greenan Family
Lorraine Hummel
This Easter Season with Flowers – Joe and Carol Fessl
Remembering: Carl Frey
Helen Bookler
Mary and Joseph Tamilis
This Easter Season with Flowers – Stella Frey
Remembering: Jerry Mavigliano
This Easter with Flowers – Patti Mavigliano and Sons
Remembering: Angeline Kozla
Stephen Walski
Anna Vansclow
This Easter Season with Flowers – Ron and Dorothy Walski
Remembering: Theron and Lola Lambert
William and Hilda Mahrenholz
Elmer and Marian Lambert
This Easter with Flowers – Richard and Karen Mahrenholz
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Easter Flowers
Remembering: Agnes Larson
James L. Pope, Sr.
James J. Pope
Vito Abbinate
This Easter Season with Flowers – Pope and Wells Family
Remembering: John and Catherine Jennings
Herbert Glick
Mary Helen Jarvis
This Easter Season with Flowers – Jim Jennings/Jeff Glick
Remembering: The Shulga Family
The Wertz Family
All the Souls That Went Before Us
This Easter Season with Flowers – Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Shulga
Remembering: Michael Grant
This Easter Season with Flowers – Jim, Katie, Jimmy & Tyler Zay
Remembering: Edward Lata
This Easter Season with Flowers – The Fink Family
Remembering: Carmela Berardi
Vito Berardi
Angel D’Amore
This Easter Season with Flowers – Viola D’Amore
Remembering: Robert and Alan Foley
The Messina Family
The Foley Family
This Easter with Flowers – Caroline Foley
Remembering: Rose Rotella
Al Eulo
Grace Eulo
This Easter Season with Flowers – Ray Latham
Remembering: Joey DeMaria, Frank DeMaria
Adalgisa Venditti, Domenico Venditti
This Easter Season with Flowers – Kay DeMaria
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Easter Flowers
Remembering: Richard Verduin
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fenton
Blanche Carleton
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Verduin
This Easter Season with Flowers – The Verduin Family
Remembering: Angelo and Lucille Delabadia
Charles and Rose Herklotz
This Easter Season with Flowers – The Delabadia Family
Remembering: Olga Biggott
Marsha Kuna
Biggott and Sauer Families
This Easter Season with Flowers – Steve and Cynthia Sauer
Remembering: Bill Jennings
This Easter Season with Flowers – Sharon Bartsch
Remembering: Mr. and Mrs. Alvaro R. Sievert
Jorge L. Sievert
Paul L. Sievert
Jesus L. Sievert
This Easter Season with Flowers – Maria Socorro S. Angara
Remembering: Gene and Mary Carlos
Henrietta Breyne
This Easter Season with Flowers – Carlos Family
Remembering: Szeremeta Family
Postawa Family
This Easter with Flowers – J. and H. Postawa
Remembering: Kenneth and Pater Mellan
Cwynar Family
Wanda Cwynar
This Easter Season with Flowers – Mellan Family
Remembering: Memory of Family and Friends of the Olsen Family
This Easter with Flowers – Mr. and Mrs. Keith Olsen
A heartfelt “thank you”
to all who so generously donated to the E aster Flower Offering this year.
Many blessings to you and your families!

Marriage Enrichment
Conference
The parishes of Naperville/
Lisle/Woodridge present
Dr. Brent Atkinson, a
nationally known
counselor, speaker and
author, who will speak to
married couples about
Breaking the Cana Code;
Secrets of a Successful
Marriage. This highly
interactive presentation will
contain many break-out
opportunities for the
couples attending.
Please join us on Saturday,
April 26 from 12:00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m. at Krasa Center of
Benedictine University.
Cost is $30 a couple. Please
contact Cathy or Phil
Gorski at (630) 971-2406 to
register or for more
information.
Mass for the Feast of
St..Peregrine
Mass for the Feast of
St. Peregrine, the cancer
saint, will be celebrated
Sunday, May 4 at 2:00 p.m.
at the National Shrine of St.
Peregrine, Our Lady of
Sorrows Basilica. Persons
with cancer and others
seeking healing will be
invited to come
individually for a blessing
with a relic of St. Peregrine
at the conclusion of Mass.
Our Lady of Sorrows is in
Chicago at 3121 W. Jackson
Blvd
For more information, call
773-638-5800, ext. 19.
Festa!! Corpus Christi Cinco de Mayo!!
Corpus Christi presents Cinco de Mayo 2008.
ONE NIGHT ONLY!
Please join us on Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. It’s
an All-You-Can Eat Mexican Feast. (Chicken and Steak Fajitas,
Authentic Rice & Beans, Salad, Dessert, and Soft Drinks). We have
imported from Carol Stream the World Famous "Street-Jamz" band for
your entertainment. We also will have a Piñata
for the little ones along with our World Famous
Libations for the older crowd.
Come and raise some money for charity. Be part
of the fun, food, singing, dancing, and celebration
this festival is known for.
Tickets are available after all Masses and at the
Parish House.
Council of Catholic Women Woman of the Year
Please join the CCW in congratulating Maureen Breinig for being nominated as
Corpus Christi’s 2008 Woman of the Year. Maureen will be honored at a Mass
celebrated by Bishop J. Peter Sartain at the Diocesan Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet
on Saturday, April 26, 2008 along with her counter parts from throughout the six
deaneries of the diocese. The theme of the Mass and luncheon to follow is “Spirit of
Counsel Grant Us Your Gifts.” The Lord’s Spirit is our source of life and energy. He
gives us the energy, confidence and love to grow in our work of making a difference for
the good of the world today. Maureen truly continues the journey of faith by leading a
Spirit-filled life. Congratulations Maureen! You are an awesome representative of our
Parish.
Living Rosary
The CCW will be hosting a Living Rosary on Friday evening
May 9th at 7:00 p.m. at the Church. Please celebrate Mothers’
Day Weekend with “Our Blessed Mother.” All are welcome
to pray the rosary with us and join us for refreshments
following afterwards.
Any questions please contact Joan Durante at 630-372-0020 or
Kathie Brewer at 630-483-4673.
Diocese of Joliet Mission Trip
The Diocese of Joliet next mission trip is to Naivasha, Kenya (August 29th to September 13th,
2008). An “Information Evening” will be on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the St.
Charles Pastoral Center, 402 S. Independence Blvd., Romeoville. Those interested in this mission
are invited to attend. We are looking for people with willing hands and loving hearts.
Applications must be submitted by May 15th. You may download an application from our
website: www.paxjolie.org/missions. The face of Christ is visible in the face of every person that
our missioners encounter. Questions? Call Helen Bills at 815-834-4017.

Religious Education
Information for Students in Grades P-4-9
RE (Grades P-4-6) PH: 630-483-4222 Jr. High RE (Grades 7-9) PH: 630-483-4226
RE e-mail address: cceducation@sbcglobal.net Jr. High e-mail address: ccym@sbcglobal.net
4/27 – 4/30 Last Classes
RE Upcoming Events
First Communion Practice Information
The following is the schedule for First Communion practices:
First Communion Date Practice Date
April 26th at 11:00 a.m. April 21st at 7:00 p.m.
Please make a note of your child’s practice!
RE/YM Registration
RE/YM Registration for the 2008-09 year are now available.
Registration forms can be found online at
corpuschristicarolstream.org or in the RE Office. As always,
registrations (only) are due by June 30th.
SPECIAL NOTE: The discount for adults in ministry is $5/
student. It was inadvertently omitted from the registration
form.
Food Drive
Our Religious Education year is coming to an end. During this
last month of classes, we are asking our students to bring in a
non-perishable item during the month of April. All food will be
donated to a local food pantry.
Corpus Christian Camp
Mark your calendars – Corpus Christian Camp will be held
from July 14-18 this year! The theme this year will be “God’s
Big Backyard.” The week will focus on service, and of course,
contain games, crafts, songs, snacks and more!
Congratulations!
Congratulations to our children who celebrated First Eucharist
for this weekend:
Alexis Alejandria Aleeah Aquino
Joey Aquino Abby Brinkman
Jill Cloutier Ryan Czaja
Alyson DiNatale Joseph Falco
Nicholas Garcia Mark Green
Sean Griffin Marissa Jatczak
Samuel King Jordan Kressner
Kyle Krisch Sydney Louit
Emily Mazeikis Bennett Nelson
Benjamin Olsen Christopher Perez
Jonathan Perez Britney Prebis
Tyler Renella Henry Roback
Emily Ryan Matthew Selig
Brandon Sinclair Maryann Slusarski
Sierra Waghorne Joseph Williams
Junior High
Bishop Kaffer will preside at Confirmation on Saturday,
May 17th at 10:00 a.m.
Confirmation has been moved to
Resurrection Church in Wayne to
allow the Confirmandi families to
bring more people to the Mass.
Resurrection Church is located on
the corner of Rt. 59 and Army Trail
Rd. All candidates should arrive by 9:00 a.m. Confirmation
practice will be May 13th from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at
Resurrection Church.
7th Graders to Help with Confirmation Reception
We need six 7th graders and a couple of parents to help with
the cookies and punch reception following Confirmation on
May 17th. For more information contact Mark Herwaldt at
630-483-4226.
April
21/22 Regular Session 6:15 or 7:45 p.m.
28/29 Regular Session 6:15 or 7:45 p.m.
May
5 - 7 7th Grade Interviews
13 Confirmation Practice 7:30 p.m. at
Resurrection Church
17 Confirmation 10:00 a.m. at
Resurrection Church. Gather at 9:00 a.m.
Camp ROCK
Current 6 – 8th graders are invited to attend a four day Catholic
summer camp. It will be held the week of August 4 - 7, 2008 at
Dickson Valley Camp in Plano. The cabins are air-conditioned
with bunk beds. Join us for swimming, canoeing, Mass, archery,
rock climbing, Reconciliation, bonfires, climbing walls, music,
food, and so much more! Forms are available in the Narthex.
Don’t Delay. Cost: $175.00
Youth Leadership Conference
All current 8th graders are invited to attend the Diocese of Joliet
Youth Leadership Conference June 27 -29th at Lewis University.
The cost is $175.00. It is includes all meals, dorms, keynote
speakers, live music, Mass with Bishop Sartain, dance/social,
and so much more. Deadline is May 21st. Call Mark Herwaldt
at 630-483-4226.

Information for High School Students and
Young Adults
Contact: Mark Herwaldt PH: 630-483-4226
e-mail address: ccym@sbcglobal.net
High School
Inviting All 8th Grade
Teens to DTS
DTS is a Catholic youth ministry
for high school teens. Teens from
all six high schools attend. It
meets every Sunday in Marian
Hall.
DTS Schedule
April
20 Camp Counselor Training 1:00 p.m.
PMT 5:30 p.m.
DTS 7:00 p.m.
27 PMT 5:30 p.m.
DTS 7:00 p.m. 8th Grade Night
Adult Leaders Needed
Lend-a-Hand Mission Trip: July 26th - August 2nd
Peer Ministry Team: Sundays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Good Samaritan Team: Monthly Service
Worship Leader: Monthly Prayer Meeting
Guys/Girls Night: Monthly Meeting
Vocations Committee: Monthly Meeting
Prayer Team: Prayer Support at home
Drama Team: Monthly Practice
If you are interested, please contact Mark Herwaldt at
630-483-4226.
Introducing Good Samaritans
We are starting a team of high school teens who will have an
opportunity to serve others. These events will take place once a
month. The next event is PADS on April 16th 6 - 8:30 p.m. For
more information call Mark Herwaldt at 483-4226.
Youth Ministry Pilgrimage Rome/Assisi
All high school and collegeaged
are invited on a
pilgrimage to Rome and
Assisi July 10 - 16 2009. The
cost per person is $3,150. A
$250.00 deposit is due June 1,
2008 to secure your spot. We
will try to raise $500 per
person. Trip includes possible
Papal audience, Catacombs, St. Peter’s, Vatican museum, Sistine
Chapel, Roman ruins, tomb of John Paul II, and two days in
Assisi. Breakfast and dinner, airfare, hotel included. And much,
much more.
College and Young Adult Ministry
Spirit & Truth
Every Tuesday night, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Young Adults are
invited to gather at St. Mary’s in West Chicago. It is an
initiative for young adults focused on building a
relationship with Christ through worship of Jesus in the
Blessed Sacrament, study of Sacred Scripture, Church
teachings and celebration of Catholic traditions.
Following the talk there is time for prayer in Adoration
with praise and worship music. The evening concludes
with refreshments and fellowship.
Y.A.C.H.T. Club: "Young Adult Catholics Hanging
Together"
The YACHT Club N.W. is a monthly dinner and speaker
series on the third Thursday each and every month
(except July). YACHT Club gives young adults the
chance to hear great speakers, discuss issues of faith, and
network with other men and women in their 20s and 30s
in a fun, comfortable setting. Every Thursday at
Champp's Americana, Schaumburg.
Discernment Groups
The Vocation Discernment
Group meets on a monthly
basis and will continue
throughout the year at the
Fiat House. Please come on
Sun., May 11, 2008 to learn
about the Application Process, Seminary Life & Formation.
RSVP to Nora at: noral@dioceseofjoliet.org
Diocese of Joliet Peace Day: “The Challenge of Peace”
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the U.S. Bishops
Letter, The Challenge of Peace: God's Promise - Our
Response. Workshops for young adult Catholics are
available. Come, join us on Saturday, May 3, 2008 from
8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Pastoral
Center, 402 S. Independence Blvd., Romeoville.
For more information, contact the Diocesan Peace and
Social Justice Office at 815-834-4028.

In case of an Emergency...
Should an emergency arise, please call the General Parish Office Phone
number and leave a message. Messages will be checked and forwarded
to the appropriate person and your phone call will be returned.
Parish Website
www.corpuschristicarolstream.org
Pastoral Staff
General Parish Office Phone Number: 630-483-4673
General Parish Office Fax Number: 630-483-4679
Rev. Robert A. Hoffenkamp, Pastor ext. 103
Rev. Mr. Tom Thiltgen, Deacon & Pastoral Associate ext. 102
Mrs. Kathie Brewer, Pastoral Associate ext. 101
Mr. Dan Sledz, Finance Director ext. 108
Mrs. Mary Lou Conroy, Director of Religious Education ext. 104
Mrs. Pat Julian, Support Staff ext. 105
Mr. Mark Herwaldt, Director of Youth Ministry ext. 110
Mrs. Peg Rivera, Director of Music & Liturgy ext. 107
Mrs. Marianne Mozdin, Parish Secretary ext. 100
Parish Staff Email addresses:
Rev. Mr. Tom Thiltgen, Deacon & Pastoral Associate
ccdeacon@sbcglobal.net
Rev. Mr. Bill Thomas
didymus98@yahoo.com
Mrs. Kathie Brewer, Pastoral Associate
cckbrewer@sbcglobal.net
Mr. Dan Sledz, Finance Director
ccbus@sbcglobal.net
Mrs. Mary Lou Conroy, Religious Education
cceducation@sbcglobal.net
Mrs. Pat Julian, Support Staff
ccadre@sbcglobal.net
Mr. Mark Herwaldt, Director of Youth Ministry
ccym@sbcglobal.net
Mrs. Peg Rivera, Director of Music & Liturgy
ccchoir@sbcglobal.net
Mrs. Marianne Mozdin, Parish Secretary
Corpuschristicc@sbcglobal.net
Parish Mission Statement
We are
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH.
A Community of Christian believers
Who embrace the Word of God,
Who proclaim its message to all,
With a welcoming spirit
As prayerful and sacramental people
Empowered by unity,
Inspired by the Holy Spirit,
We extend ourselves
Seeking to recognize the needs of others
And responding with compassion by
Gratefully sharing our blessings.
We gather as
THE BODY OF CHRIST
To celebrate and become a source of hope
And inspiration to all.
Mass Schedule
Weekends: 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. Communion Prayer Service 8:30 a.m.
Holy Days: 8:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m. day of; no vigil
Sacraments
Sacrament of Baptism - Baptisms take place on the first full
weekend of the month during the weekend Liturgies except
during Advent and Lent. Parents are expected to attend
“Welcome Your Child” baptismal preparation workshop on the
second and third Sunday of every other month. We encourage
expectant parents to make baptismal arrangements six months in
advance in order to best accommodate everyone involved.
Sacrament of Reconciliation - Corpus Christi welcomes you to
partake in the Sacrament of Reconciliation either by attending on
Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Church, or by making
an appointment by contacting the Parish House Office at 630-483-
4673. Communal Reconciliation is celebrated seasonally at
Christmas and Easter.
Sacrament of Marriage - Couples considering marriage are
required to personally contact the Parish House Office six months
before planning a wedding date. Either the bride, groom, or their
parents must be registered parishioners for at least six months
before calling to set a date. As part of the marriage preparation,
couples will attend an Engaged Encounter Weekend prior to the
wedding.
Pastoral Life
Adult Faith Inquiries (RCIA) - Anyone considering becoming a
Catholic, or would like more information about the Catholic
faith, please contact the Parish House Office.
Communion Calls - Communion for shut-ins is available.
Please call Deacon Tom at the Parish House Office to make
arrangements.
Parish Registration and Office Hours
We would like to extend a warm welcome to all newcomers
and visitors. We invite you to come to the Parish House
Office to register during our office hours which are:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesdays 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 parish
staff 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.