Easter Sunday
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"They found the stone rolled away from the tomb." Luke 24:2
Announcements
Announcements
The parish offices will be closed on Easter Monday, April 10, 2023.
On Tuesday, the parish office will return to its normal hours of 8:00am to 7:00pm Monday thru Friday, from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Saturdays, and from 9:00am to noon on Sundays.
Pastoral Letter by Fr. Sergio Romo
Pastoral Letter by Fr. Sergio Romo
"It’s humbling to think that we are the good thing in God’s life, which God never wants to end."
With eight nieces and nephews, I quickly learned that if I played a game with them, they would want to play the game over and over. They would simply say, “again!” Repetition of the game never seemed to tire them. It was always a good thing for them, and they never wanted it to end. I must admit though, I often tried to find a way to end the game for fear I’d have to repeat the game, 10, 20, or 30 times!
The Church views Easter as a good thing that we don’t want to end too soon. That’s why the Church takes 50 days to celebrate Easter and to unpack this great gift and mystery of our faith. Over the next 7 weeks we will continue to hear at Mass accounts of Jesus appearing to his disciples after his resurrection. We will also hear from the Acts of the Apostles of the tremendous impact those encounters with the risen Lord had on the early Church. Beyond the 50 days of the Easter season, every Sunday is like a mini-Easter, regardless if it’s during Lent, Advent, Christmas or Ordinary Time. We are always celebrating Easter.
But, as we gather with family and friends on Easter Sunday, we may already be looking for a way out of our celebrations. This past week I went shopping for some Easter candy to have on hand for my family’s celebration. I was disappointed to see that there wasn’t much Easter candy left to buy. Most of it had already been bought, and the stores had no intention of getting any more. They were ready to move on.
It makes sense that we are ready to put away the Easter decorations for next year. But, the gift of eternal life, which Easter brings, is not something that ends, or can be put away. It is always with us, regardless of the time of year. It’s God’s pledge of never ending love, to be with us for for ever. God never tires of loving us, or being in our lives, or having us in his. It’s humbling to think that we are the good thing in God’s life, which God never wants to end. Christ died and rose from the dead so that sin and death would no longer end the good thing we have with God!
As you gather with family and friends, may you have a Blessed and Joyous Easter. I pray that all of us will fully appreciate what we celebrate today. Like children at play, may we also find ourselves saying, over and over, “again!”
God bless!
Fr. Sergio
Sunday Evening Mass Returns Next Week!
If your schedule finds an unfortunate amount of activity in it on Sunday mornings, you're not alone. Many people find sports games, travel, brunch with visiting friends and more popping up in their planners on Sunday morning. Don't let it be a reason to miss Mass! Saint Andrew is restoring its Sunday evening Mass to a new time of 5:00pm starting Sunday, April 16, 2023. Come join us and invite others too!
Support the Easter Collection
Support the Easter Collection
Saint Andrew Parish depends on the generosity of individuals like who you support our mission. At Easter, we ask for a significant financial contribution in one of our most important appeals of the year. The Easter collection is critical to our ongoing operations, especially with the increased costs impacting the parish due to inflation. Donations can be made during the Sunday Masses or online through Give Central at https://www.givecentral.org/location/299/event/21809. Thank you for your generosity.
Volunteer
Volunteer
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Saint Andrew Children's Garage Sale:
Back by popular demand is the Saint Andrew Parish Children's Garage Sale. This event will be held on Saturday, March 13th in the gym from 8am - noon. Donation dates and times will be announced shortly. To volunteer for this event, please reach out to Julie Richards at julie@standrew.org.
Mass Schedule
Mass Schedule
ANNOUNCING THE RETURN OF SUNDAY EVENING MASS
Saint Andrew will once again offer Mass on Sunday evenings at 5:00pm starting Sunday, April 16, 2023
Weekend Mass Schedule:
Vigil - 4:00pm Mass
Sunday - 9:00am and 11:00am Mass
Confessions:
Confessions are heard in the main church at 3:00pm on Saturdays or by appointment.
Call 773-525-3016 or write info@standrew.org
Readings for the Week:
Mass readings are available on the U. S. Bishop's website
at https://bible.usccb.org/readings/calendar
Mass Intentions:
Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023
+Joseph Kolb
Sunday, April 16, 2023
+Clarence Solar, Jr., +Richard Costar, +James Sturm, +Samuel Konkin,+John Blommer
+Fred Wasson, +Joan Marie Lewandowski, +Thomas E. Diganci and
deceased family members, +Tommy O'Donnell and +Cecilia Vinzons
Live Stream:
Watch our live stream of Sunday Mass at www.standrew.org/sundaymass
School News
School News
Do you have a friend or neighbor that is considering applying to the best school in Chicago? Sign up for a tour here: schedule a tour New student applications for the 23-24 school year are now open! Existing families, do not forget to register your new preschoolers. Applications are now being accepted. 23-24 SAS Application
Religious Education News
Religious Education News
Religious Education for 2022-23 is in session for students between grades K and 8th grade. Please visit www.standrew.org/re to learn more about the program and to register. Students are currently in the last few weeks of our program for the academic year which will include in-person classes for students with their volunteer catechists. The next class is Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 10:00am.
Stewardship and Finance Report
Stewardship and Finance Report
March Offering:
Envelope Collection - $7,504
Automated Giving - $20,581
Loose Cash - $3,718
Total Offertory - $31,803
Monthly Budgeted Expenses: $38,500
Annual Catholic Appeal
Annual Catholic Appeal
Many families in our parish have received the Annual Catholic Appeal mailing from Cardinal Cupich. On behalf of those served by the ministries, parishes and schools who receive funding from the Appeal, we thank you for your gifts. Please return your response as soon as possible. You may also make a pledge or donation directly through the Archdiocesan website at https://giving.archchicago.org/annual-catholic-appeal/about
Enrich - Expand - Grow Capital Campaign
Income - $1,909,407
Interest on Income - $39,931
Total Income - $1,949,337
Consulting Operating Expense - $215,000
Archdiocesan Contribution - $246,000
Church Lighting (Actual) - $250,517
Church Lighting (Consultant) - $10,480
Church Windows (Actual) - $157,120
School Addition (Architect Fees) - $34,530
Annex (Demolition) - $55,795
Annex (Utilities Disconnect) - $18,210
Annex (Environmental Remediation) - $38,780
Total Expense - $1,026,432
BALANCE - $922,906
Revised 4/4/2023
Parish Staff
Parish Staff
Parish Staff:
Pastor: Rev. Sergio Romo
Associate Pastor: Rev. Silvanus Kidaha
Resident Priest: Rev. Emmanuel Madu
Pastoral Associate: David Heimann
Deacon: Mark Purdome
Deacon: Eric Sorensen
Business Manager: Esperanza Benavides
Fundraising/Development: Julie Richards
Office Manager: Christina O’Malley
Receptionists: Terry Ryan, Christine Chua, Mercedes Jairala
Engineer: Alfred Benkiser
Contact parish staff by phone at 773-525-3016,
electronically at http://standrew.org/get-in-touch/,
or by email at info@standrew.org
School Administration:
Principal: Sarah Casavechia
Assistant Principal: Shanna Eley
Reception: Trini Mahadeo
Admissions: Anne Japsen
Contact School Administration by phone at 773-248-2500
Calendar
Calendar
Knights of Columbus Update
Blood Drive Thank you
Thank you to all who signed up over the last few weeks and donated blood at our St. Andrew and Knights of Columbus 1st Blood Drive. The lives of many mothers fathers, husbands,wives, sons, daughters, brothers and sisters will be saved because of your generosity. We had a total of 27 units donated and since every donation can help save up to 3 patients, our Drive will help save up to 81 area patients. Our donated blood will be used in many ways, such as for patients with serious injuries such as in a car crash, surgeries, child birth, anemia, blood disorders, cancer treatments, chemotherapy, liver failure, severe infections, and serious burns. Thank you to everyone for making the drive a success.
The Knights of Columbus are hosting a membership drive entitled "Into the Breach" in conjunction with St. Benedict Parish Knights on Sunday, April 6, 2023 at 1:00pm. All are encouraged to attend including wives and significant others. Refer to the invitation card passed out during Mass for more information.
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