Religious Education Registration
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The Saint Celestine Religious Education Program is now accepting registrations for the
2008-2009 School Year. All children who attend a public school or home school are eligible.

Registration and document pick-up will be on Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31
after the 5 pm, 7:30 am , 9 am and 11 am Masses in the Annex.

Please plan to stop in that day to finalize your child's registration for Religious Education.

Please contact Julie McGuire at 708-452-7370 for more detailed information.
See Religious Education / About Religious Education for more information.
See Religious Education / RE Forms for Registration Forms.

REIKI WELLNESS CLINIC
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AT SAINT CELESTINE PASTORAL CENTER

Tuesday evenings at 7 pm and 8 pm

REIKI HEALING

Reiki (pronounced ray key) ia a Japanese word whcih means "Universal Life Energy". It is a gentle, non-invasive, hands-on form of energy transfer. The hands of the practitioner are placed in specific patterns on the body while the client lies fully clothed on a bodywork table. Most clients fall asleep and feel refreshed following the treatment.

Reiki has many benefits, especially relaxation and enhanced healing of cuts, burns, broken bones and other injuries or recovery from surgery. It can be helpful to young and old alike as it helps to relieve pain and replenish body energy. Reiki seems to bring the body into balance, thus speeding up the body's natural healing system.

For an appointment call 708-502-3272

The coordinator of the center Sr. Terri Grasso, S.P., Reiki Master

Next Sessions

August 26th - FREE DEMONSTRATION ONLY at 7 pm
September 9th and 23rd
October 7th and 21st
November 4th and 18th
December 2nd and 16th

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NIGHT AT THE RACES

Friday , September 5
from 6 to 10 pm in
MAYWOOD PARK, ILLINOIS

First Race begins at 7:10 pm

Tickets: $35
Includes: Parking, Admission, Program and Dinner
Dinner includes a buffet of 2 carving stations, crab legs, chicken entrees,
vegetables and salads.

LOTS OF RAFFLE PRIZES

For more information call Gerry O'Brien at 708-452-0497

Please return the following Ticket Form in Adobe Reader to the Pastoral Center
by September 1 with payment or fill out our School Ticket Online Form.

Night At The Races Ticket Form in Adobe Reader (pdf - 50 KB)

See also the School Website / Athletic Schedule for more information.

Parish Bar-B-Q
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Saturday, September 6
from 4 to 10 pm
Saint Celestine Parking Lot

Purchase a Wrist Band
Adults 18 and over - $10
Seniors 65+ - $5
Children 4 and older - $5

Wrist Band includes:
Games, Prizes, Face Painting, Food, Pop Corn, Cotton Candy, Desserts, coffee and Entertainment

Bingo 50/50 - Split the Deck

No Cost Door Prize Raffle for a "Weekend at Hotel Sofitel"
Winner must be present at time of the drawing

We Need Your Help!!!
Saint Celestine Parish Barbecue Online Form

Our Outdoor Parish Barbecue will be held Saturday, September 6th. Volunteers are needed to make it a success. If you can offer some of your time, it will help to make the night run smoothly. Please consider the times and activities listed in the Form below and submit online. Also, you may want to open / print this form in Adobe Reader and return it to the Pastoral Center, School Office or the collection basket at church no later that Tuesday, September 2nd. You will be contacted for scheduling. If you have questions or need further information please call Joanne Bieschke at 708-452-1612.

Saint Celestine Parish Barbecue Volunteer Form in Adobe Reader (pdf - 38 KB)

CRAFT FAIR
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Saint Francis Borgia located at 8025 W. Addison, is holding a Craft Fair on Saturday, September 6th from 8 am to 7 pm and Sunday, September 7th from 8 am to 1 pm. There will be many beautiful items created by our Craft Ladies, visiting crafters, refreshments and more for sale. No stairs, just walk right in! To rent a space or for more information, please call Chris at the rectory at 773-625-1118 or Elaine, Craft Coordinator at 773-589-0211.

Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass
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The Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday, September 7th at 2:30 pm at St. John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Ave., Niles , IL. Couples married in 1958 who are interested in attending this celebration should contact their parish to register.

Holy Name Cathedral has been closed for emergency structural repairs.
The location of the Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass has been changed to St. John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Ave., Niles , IL.

For further information call the Family Ministries Office at 312-751-8351 or visit the website www.familyministries.org.

Next Taizé Service
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September 19, 2008
at 7 pm in the Church
No Taizé Service on August 15 due to the
Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Holy Day of Obligation

See also Prayer Opportunities / Taizé Service for more information

Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Theodore (Mother) Guerin
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The Sisters of Providence and Fr. Jeffrey Grob invite you to join us for a Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Theodore (Mother) Guerin, a woman for all times, on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at St. Mary of the Woods, Indiana.

We will leave at 6:30 am from the front of St. Celestine Pastoral Center and return by 7 pm. The day will include Eucharistic Liturgy, lunch, a mini-retreat while visiting sacred places at the Woods, time for private prayer, and a visit to the Gift Shop.

Cost for the day is approximately $30. For further information or to reserve your place, please call Sr. Regina Gallo at 708-297-5282 by September 15th.

Saint Celestine Teens Host
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Junior High Youth Group Rally

National Speaker:
Mike Patin

New:
Teen Mass at 4:30 pm with Electrifying Homily

YOU ARE CALLED

Sunday, October 5th
from 2 to 7 pm

St. Celestine Parish Gym
3017 N. 77th Ave.

Meet new people - bring your friends!!
Great Music and Free Pizza and the Chance to win a $25 gift card to the HIP

Mike uses energy, humor and stories to affirm the goodness of God’s presence among us while inviting others (and himself) to take the “next step” in our journey with God. Mike will join us from New Orleans where he lives with his wife, Marlene and daughter, Megan.

The St. Celestine Youth Group has heard Mike speak a number of times and always enjoys his message and the challenge it presents to us, to live… “on purpose.” - Kim

Mike’s energy and enthusiasm behind his messages inspire me, to go out and live it true, and has stayed with me. - Dom

I have seen Mike two times and each time he has blown me away with his humor and message. - Lauren

See also Parish Ministries / Youth Ministry for more information.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE FOR OUR FOOD PANTRY
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We need to stock our food pantry. We are in need of canned soups and powdered soups, canned soup, boxes of dried pasta, hamburger helper mix, rice mixes, cereals, oatmeal, canned fruits or vegetables, canned meats, jars or cans of spaghetti sauces, peanut butter, jams and jellies.

If you are able to help us, please bring your items to church, rectory or food pantry. You can bring your items to church with you. If you would leave the bags of food in the Ushers Room, the food will then be taken to the Food Pantry on Mondays.

See also Social Outreach / Food Pantry for more information.

Archdiocesan Annual Catholic Appeal
"The Lord is my Light" - Psalm 27:1
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Many of you have recently received a mailing from Cardinal George asking you to make a pledge to the 2008 Annual Catholic Appeal. This direct mailing will work in conjunction with our own parish efforts to support the important work of the Cardinal and the ministry of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center.

The Annual Appeal supports the charitable and administrative duties of the Archdiocese of Chicago. I would ask you to please be generous in your support of this significant fundraising drive that allows the Archdiocese to care for the needs of countless people. These needs include, counseling services, family ministries, bereavement services, promoting legislative initiatives, and direct support to the poor.

In the weeks ahead you will be hearing a direct appeal from Cardinal George via tape recording at Mass. I would ask you to be open to his appeal. If you have received a direct mailing please place your pledge envelope in the collection basket at Mass or drop it off at the Pastoral Center. We will be doing our best to support the Cardinal in this important endeavor.

Counseling Service at Saint Bernardine Church
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Ms. Margaret Lukomski, an experienced and licensed professional therapist, is available to assist people facing marital and family difficulties and other personal issues. Ms. Lukomski, LCPC is also a certified alcohol and drug counselor. She is at Saint Bernardine Church one afternoon and evening per week. Fees for her services are reasonable. To schedule an appointment, please call Catholic Charities' Holbrook Counseling Center at 312-655-7725.

PARENTS' CLUB COOKBOOKS
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The Saint Celestine Cookbooks have arrived and can be purchased for $12 at the Pastoral Center or School Office. If you pre-ordered a cookbook they can be picked up at the Pastoral Center.

Thank you to everyone that contributed a recipe to make this book so special.

See also the Parish Life / Parents' Club (School Website) for more information.

Is God Calling You?
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Is God calling you to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi?

The Secular Franciscan Order is a religious order within the Catholic Church open to diocesan clergy and to married and single members of the laity. Secular Franciscans work together in local fraternities to deepen their own spirituality and to strive to conform their lives more fully to the Gospel of Christ.
If this appeals to you, please call Florence Metler at 847-966-7612 or Dale Blum at 773-774-779 for more information.

St. Juliana Fraternity, SFO

See also Sacraments / Vocation for more information

Attention Crafty Ladies
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Do you like to knit or crochet? Or have you always wanted to learn to knit or crochet? Well, now is the time!

The ladies gather on the second Thursday of each month from 11 am to 1 pm in the staff room to work on their various projects. The work that these ladies do, go to those in need. Many, many hats, scarves, mittens, and slippers have been made and shared with those in nursing homes, hospitals and shelters.

These ladies also share much conversation, laughter and a treat as they make their items for the needy. So if you have the desire to learn the basics, or if you already know how to crochet, you are welcome to join them.

Our Crafty Ladies are in need of yarn. If you or any one you know has yarn that is not being used, please bring it to the Pastoral Center so these ladies may continue their ministry.

If you think you might be interested in knitting or crocheting or you know of someone who might be interested please call the Pastoral Center at 708-453-2555 for more information. And maybe you can spend part of your Thursday afternoons with these women learning the craft of knitting or crocheting or sharing your talent with them.

Thank you,
Barbara Kubiniec-Mares

Praying with Scripture for everyone 17+
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Every Thursdays from 7 to 9 pm

St. Eugene's Convent
7920 W. Foster Ave.
Chicago

Come and learn how to listen to God speak to your heart through His Word

For more information:
Verbum Dei Missionary Fraternity
773-467-0295

WE NEED YOU!
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Our parish offers a great service to our parishioners on Sundays. A ride to mass in our parish bus.

We are looking for a few more people who would be available 1 Sunday, about every 6 to 8 weeks to drive the parish bus. People are picked up for the 9 am and 11 am Masses.

A simple, but much needed ministry.

If you would like more information about being a van driver, or would like to volunteer to be a part of this ministry, please make a call to Mike Johl at 708-452-7026.

No special license is needed to drive the bus.

Loaves and Fishes
Hot Meals for the Hungry
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Hungry?
Hot Meals Available!!!
from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Monday: Elmwood Park Methodist Church - 3000 N. 77th Court, Elmwood Park.
Tuesday: Resurrection Lutheran Church - 9920 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park.
Wednesday: St. Celestine Catholic Church in the Annex Room - 3020 76th Court, Elmwood Park.
NO CHARGE!!!



See also Social Outreach / Loaves and Fishes for more information.

If you are hospitalized...
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If you or a member of your family are admitted to the hospital, please contact the Pastoral Center at 708-453-2444 to let us know. Due to new federal regulations, most hospitals will not contact parishes unless you specifically request it. We want to visit our parishioners in the hospital, but we are often unaware that they are there.

Separated & Divorced Support Group
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The second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm at Saint Celestine Pastoral Center. You are invited to join us as we gather in a spirit of acceptance and trust. We find support from one another while we move through the separation and divorce process. Call Patty Matzke at 708-452-4609 for more information. See also Parish Ministries / Separated and Divorced for more information.

Ministry of Care
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Our Ministers of Care are available to visit and bring Eucharist to sick or homebound parishioners. If you know of someone who would like a visit, please call Barbara Mares at the Ministry of Care Office at 708-452-0150. See also Parish Ministries / Ministry of Care for more information.

Young at Heart
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The members of St. Celestine's Young at Heart Club would like to meet other seniors, 55 and over.
Our meetings are on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The meetings begin at 1:00 pm till 3:30 pm in the school annex.
Sweet rolls and coffee are served. We play bingo after the meetings. Hope to see you soon.
Call the Pastoral Center at 708-453-2555 for more information. See also Parish Life / Young at Heart for more information.

PLEASE NOTE
Campbell's Soup Label Collection has changed
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We will now be collecting the UPC Codes from the cans instead of the front label.

Clip and send in UPC - See Sample Image below

On some products we are asking you to send the lids - See Sample Image below

Thank you for helping to get
"FREE STUFF FOR OUR SCHOOL"

The School is also saving Boxtop$ for education...

Below are some Images of some of the products that have these BoxTop$

Some stores will also give out bonus Boxtop$ on their register receipts.
Look for these and send them in as soon as possible because they have expiration dates on them.

Work Ministry
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All of us know members of the parish who are out of work. If you are unemployed or looking to make a career change, please visit our website at www.workministry.com.
Job Seekers: go to job seekers options for job search, preparing a resume or application, posting a resume and more.
Employer / hiring manager: visit the website for advertising and job postings of career opportunities with a growing database of candidates.
Work Ministry is a career resource providing support for faith based organizations serving the unemployed, the underemployed and career changers. Work Ministry provides resources for spiritual support, career management and technology for Job Support groups and members seeking assistance.
And thanks for your commitment to assisting members of our parish and community. For more information, please contact Sue Cibelli at 847-296-8060 or send her an e-mail at suecibelli@workministry.com.