Mon. July 11
8:00 Mr. & Mrs. Si LaPointe
by Lou & Shirley Grimm
Tues. July 12
8:00 Mary Thusing
by Linda & Jenniffer Thusing
Wed July 13
8:00 All the Elderly of the Parish
Thur. July 14
8:00 Communion Service
Fri July 15
8:00 All those who are Ailing

Sat. July 16
8:00 Purgatorial Society
5:30 Joseph T. Gill
by Helen Gill, Joe & Antoinette Gill &
Family, Joanne Mensching & Family
Sun. July 17 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 Ann Gilbert
by Mr. Bob Gilbert
11:00 Clara Migas
by Art Quinlan & Family
Bill O'Hern
By Tess O'Hern

THANK YOU
Thank you to all whom contributed to the collection on the weekend of July 2nd and July 3rd. The amount collected was $1,374.00.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK
Linda Jones
Ann Knight
Rita Schreiber
Lou Grimm
Corine Murphy
Ann Dytrych
Julie Laur
Adeline Deneen
Betty Nemecek
Helen Blaha
Betty Paschal
Ann Mysliwiec
Julius LoCicero
Osie Dompier
Eileen Desidero
Bernadine Smith
DoDo Dove
Terry El
Eugene Orris
Margaret Lee
Roselee Gacke
Brittany Dubs
Lillian Coughlin
Dorothy Loeffler
C. Campbell
Marge Straub
Shaun Deneen
E. Thielmann
Della Herrod
Mary Ellen Joren

Bunny DuBois
Anyone who is ill in our parish and would like to receive Holy Communion; call (708) 331-8400. If you can be removed from the sick list at this time, please call the parish office.

DATES TO REMEMBER
Aug 6, 7, 8 12, 13 & 14 SGM Players Summer Show "Story Time"

RETREAT
In recent years Holy Cross family Ministries has been assisting Fatima Retreat Center in the direction of the Big Retreat. The theme for this year's retreat is "Eucharist - a Family Experience" is in keeping with Pope John Paul's announcing this year as the Year of the Eucharist.
Please join us on August 5-7, 2005 at the University of Notre Dame. For more details call Beth Mahoney at (800)-299-7729 ext. 2012.

RETREAT OPPORTUINITIES
Circle of Stones" a women's gathering of prayer will take place from 7:30 -9 PM at the Mayslake Center (760 Pasquinelli Drive, Ste. 304 in Westmont) on July 14th. Mary Jo Valenziano is the facilitator; cost is $10.00. Call Mayslake Ministries at (630) 323-1620 to register or visit their web site.

THE WOMEN'S CENTER
The Women's Center is a pregnancy resource center devoted to helping women in difficult pregnancy situations. They are funded by private donations.
At the present time they are in need of toiletries.
You can drop stuff off at their center (9730 S. Western, Ste. 318, Evergreen Park, Il.) or call to have a volunteer pick your donations up (773) 794-1313.

ST. MARY'S SUMMER PICNIC
The St. Mary's Parents Group is sponsoring a Summer Picnic on Sunday, July 31. It starts at 12 noon. The picnic will be held at Twin Lakes Recreation Area in Arlington Heights. Please join them for food, games, water balloons, Paddle boats (slight fee) and fishing ($1.00). Please bring your own beverages/ coolers/ ice/ blankets/ lawn chairs/ fishing poles/ smiles and appetites!
RSVP by July 15 and/or if you have any questions contact Jennifer McNabola at (847) 823-1494.

NOT JUST FOR WOMEN'S DAY
The Ladies of Court 251, Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary, will host their annual Women's Day on Saturday, July 16, 2005, 9:00 to 11:30 AM at Ascension-St. Susanna Parish, Harvey, IL. Our theme is "Be still....and Listen to the Lord". Continental breakfast will be served at 9:00 in the parish hall at 153rd & Vine Avenue (six blocks east of Wood Street) followed by taize prayer, music, reflection and sharing in the church. Men are welcome. The donation is $10.00. For tickets and more information please contact Lady Isabell K. Boulware (708) 596-9522 or Lady Sandra Taylor (708) 752-0544.

SENIOR SUPPORT GROUP
The senior support group at St. James Hospital meets every third Monday of the month to discuss topics relevant to seniors. Their welcome session will meet on Monday, July 28, 2005 from 3-4 Pm at St. James Hospital-Chicago Heights Campus (1423 Chicago Road, Chicago Heights, 3rd floor in room 346). Monthly sessions will include: tips for staying independent, the latest inn adaptive equipment, dealing with change and feelings of depression, relaxation and visualization, and other topics the group will pick. The program is free and a light snack will be provided. Call (708) 756-1000 ext. 6167 for more information.

TODDLER/INFANT SCREENING
A free infant/toddler screening is being offered at St. James Community Health Center of Chicago Heights. It takes approximately 30 minutes to find out if your child is developing at an age appropriate level. This free screening offers an opportunity for you to bring your infants/toddlers, between the ages of birth and 35 months, for a developmental screening by early intervention professionals. Hearing screenings, immunization and poison control information will also be available. The screening date is Sept. 9, 2005, Friday from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. To set up an appointment or for more information call Hickory Hill Early Learning Center at (708) 748-1833.

DO YOU HAVE DIABETES?
This year, one of every five adults over the age of 65 will develop diabetes. To answer your questions about this illness and to learn the warning signs, risk factors, and much more, request a free pamphlet (Diabetes: Understanding the Disease) by calling (708) 371-0400 ext. 1216. The pamphlet is compliments of the Crestwood Senior Education Institute.

STEPFAMILY CONFERENCE
"Building a Successful Stepfamily" Conference will be held on July 22 & 23, 2005 at St. Giles Church Hall (1045 N. Columbian Ave. Oak Forest, IL.). This conference will enrich stepfamilies so that they can succeed as a "new" family unit. The conference will address stepfamily developmental stages. The cost is $75.00 per couple.
For more information or to register call (312) 751-8353.

CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Only 40-50% of low-income students in Illinois meet basic reading, writing, and math standards according to an article in the Condition of Public Education, 2003, Illinois State Board of education. Please help in trying to break the cycle of poverty.
For more information call the Archdiocese of Chicago at (312) 751-5333.

ON THE TRACK WITH BISHOP PERRY
Dads, sons, single guys (especially college age) here's a local event you don't want to miss! "Running the Race of Manhood: Life Lessons from Champions of our Faith". On the Track with Bishop Perry includes food - beverages - and guest speakers: Bishop Perry and Rev. Joseph Noonan. This event, presented by Catholic Men of Chicago Southland, will be on Sunday, July 24, 2005, 4:00-6:00 PM, St. Kieran Parish Hall, 700 w. 195th Street, Chicago Heights, IL Tickets are $7.00 per person. Advanced reservations only - limited seating.
Call Frank (708) 957-1597. Sign up now!

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Now is the time to till the soil of our own hearts and welcome the word of God. Each week we are fed at the table of God's holy word. Our challenge is to continue to cultivate God's word and share the good news of salvation with others. As our faith journey continues, we need to become more and more like good soil so that we are receptive to the seed that is the word of God.
God of Abundant Goodness, hear the prayers of your people. Plant your word deep within us. May those who suffer come to know your love and mercy. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.