No Stunt Man for Jesus

Today’s first and second readings seem to contradict each other. In the Acts of the Apostles, Paul and Barnabas remind the other disciples that they would “undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God” (Acts 14:22). But in the second reading from Revelation, John says there will be “no more . . . mourning, wailing, or pain” (Revelation 21:4). These two sides of the Kingdom show how real our faith is. Life is frequently contradictory. A woman in labor moves from pain to joy in seconds after her child is born. She doesn’t forget the pain, but knows it is necessary for the joy of new birth. Only the artist knows how much effort and pain went into the creation of a painting, sculpture, or symphony.

That’s why Jesus in the Gospel talks of his coming death on the cross as the way that God will glorify him. Even God does not do things the easy way. Jesus didn’t send a stunt man to take his place on the cross. It was God who was born in poverty, in a time of high infant mortality (even higher when Herod tried to kill the Child). It was God who suffered, from the Agony in the Garden through the Crucifixion.

So when Jesus tells us to love one another as he has loved us, he knows what it cost. And he also knew that his death on the cross would be the beginning of a way of love that will eventually lead to “no more death or mourning, wailing or pain.” We’re not there yet, but we know we are not alone in our suffering for “God himself will always be with them” (Revelation 21:3).

Tom Schmidt, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

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Mass & Intentions
Sacred Heart

Saturday, May 18 – Easter Weekday
Saint John I, Pope and Martyr
Second Collection: Seminarian Education
4:30 – 4:45 pm Confessions
5:00 pm Mass

• Catholic Extension Society
• Carole Ray Krone by Joan Cavens & Suzanne Majewski
• Eugene Majarocon by Tony & Tess Jones
• John Jones by Tony & Tess Jones
• Vincent Solis by Tony & Tess Jones

Sunday, May 19
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Second Collection: Seminarian Education
8:00 am Rosary
8:00 – 8:15 am Confession
8:30 am Mass

• Catholic Extension Society
• John Alongi by Henry & Margie Born

Monday, May 20 – Easter Weekday
Saint Bernardine of Siena, Priest
6:45 am Communion Service

• Catholic Extension Society
• John Alongi

Tuesday, May 21 – Easter Weekday
Saint Christopher Magallanes, Pries, and Companions, Martyrs
6:30 am Communion Service

• Catholic Extension Society
• Carl Campanella by Anton Payne

Wednesday, May 22 – Easter Weekday
Saint Rita of Cascia, Religious
5:30 pm Mass

• Janet Murray by Betty & Brenda

Thursday, May 23 – Easter Weekday
6:45 am Mass

• Rose Dirler by Betty & Brenda

9:00 am DuQuoin Nursing & Healthcare Center

• Donna Toler by Randall & Carol Bastien

9:35 am – Du Quoin Nursing & Rehab Center

• Ruth Beard by Marion Emling

Friday, May 24 – Easter Weekday
8:00 am Mass

• Lenora Campanella by Joe & Gina Cushman

Saturday, May 25 – Easter Weekday
Saint Bede the Venerable, Priest, Doctor of the Church; Saint Gregory VII, Pope;
Saint Mary Magdalene de’Pazzi, Virgin
Second Collection: Immaculate Conception Roof Fund
4:30 – 4:45 pm Confessions
5:00 pm Mass

• Eugene Majarocon by Tony & Tess
• John Jones by Tony & Tess
• Steve Riggio by Mary, Matt, and Mike

Sunday, May 26
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Second Collection: Immaculate Conception Roof Fund
8:00 am Rosary
8:30 am Mass

• Catholic Extension Society
• John Alongi by Henry & Margie Born

LITURGICAL MINISTERS
Sacred Heart

USHERS for the Month of May:

Saturday, 5:00 PM: Harold Calderon; Steve McCrary; Paul Martin; Tony Jones

Sunday, 8:30 AM: Joe Lane; Don Harsy; Jeff Spencer; Tim Cobin

Saturday, May 25th 

Gift Bearers: Carol Collins & Lisa Cochran
Servers: Pete Riggio & Blayke Spencer
Lector: Barb Craft
Extraordinary Ministers: Kelly Paxton; Shonna Spencer; Margie Born; Kathy Krisfaluzy©

Sunday, May 26th

Gift Bearers: Shannon & Carolyn Williams
Servers: John & Gabby Alongi
Lector: Cara Alongi
Extraordinary Ministers: Chris Kelley; Henry Born; Mary Beth Lane; David Martin©

Saturday, May 18
Second Collection: Seminarian Education

Sunday, May 19
Second Collection: Seminarian Education

Monday, May 20
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Quilting at Haffner Hall

Tuesday, May 21
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Quilting at Haffner Hall
12:15pm St. Mother Theresa meeting at Haffner Hall
5:30 pm Education Endowment mtg. at Haffner Hall
6:00 pm Parish Council meeting at Haffner Hall

Wednesday, May 22
Fr. Joseph’s 9 year Ordination Anniversary
6:00 pm Adult Faith Formation

Thursday, May 23
5:15 pm Internal Control meeting at rectory
7:00 pm Choir practice

Friday, May 24

Saturday, May 25
Second Collection: Immaculate Conception Roof Fund
8:00 am HALOM meeting at Haffner Hall

Sunday, May 26
Second Collection: Immaculate Conception Roof Fund

Next weekend (May 25th & 26th) we will have a second collection at Sacred Heart for the Immaculate Conception Emergency Roof Repair. Please be generous.

Also – Immaculate Conception will be having a Pork Steak Dinner to benefit the Emergency Roof Project. It will be on Memorial Day at the parish hall from 11 am – 3 pm.

Mass & Intentions
Immaculate Conception

Saturday, May 18 – Easter Weekday
Saint John I, Pope and Martyr
4:30 – 4:45 pm Confessions at Sacred Heart
5:00 pm Mass at Sacred Heart

• Catholic Extension Society
• Carole Ray Krone by Joan Cavens & Suzanne Majewski
• Eugene Majarocon by Tony & Tess Jones
• John Jones by Tony & Tess Jones
• Vincent Solis by Tony & Tess Jones

Sunday, May 19
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Second Collection – Seminarian Education
10:00 am Mass

• Catholic Extension Society
• Helen Malanoski

Monday, May 20 – Easter Weekday
Saint Bernardine of Siena, Priest

Tuesday, May 21 – Easter Weekday
Saint Christopher Magallanes, Pries, and Companions, Martyrs

Wednesday, May 22 – Easter Weekday
Saint Rita of Cascia, Religious
5:30 pm Mass at Sacred Heart

• Janet Murray by Betty & Brenda

Thursday, May 23 – Easter Weekday

Friday, May 24 – Easter Weekday

Saturday, May 25 – Easter Weekday
Saint Bede the Venerable, Priest, Doctor of the Church;
Saint Gregory VII, Pope;
Saint Mary Magdalene de’Pazzi, Virgin
4:30 – 4:45 pm Confessions at Sacred Heart
5:00 pm Mass at Sacred Heart

• Eugene Majarocon by Tony & Tess
• John Jones by Tony & Tess
• Steve Riggio by Mary, Matt, and Mike

Sunday, May 26
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Second Collection – Seminarian Education
10:00 am Mass

• Catholic Extension Society
• Darrel George by Agnes George & Family

LITURGICAL MINISTERS
Immaculate Conception

Sunday, May 26

Extraordinary Ministers: Susan Heape, Gary Reidelberger, Diana Majewski
Lector: Krista Piotrowski
Sweet Treats: Diana Majewski

IC  NEWS & EVENTS

1. Office Hours: Thursdays from 8AM to 2PM – When office is closed, please call 542-3423 (Sacred Heart) for assistance.

2. Planned Giving: Would you consider Immaculate Conception Church in your will or trust? Do you have an insurance policy that no longer fits your needs? You can donate it to Immaculate Conception Church and receive tax benefits as well as the satisfaction of helping the future of our parishes.

IC Parish Hall Rental Rates

RATE
$25/hr – Parishioner
$40/hr – Non-Parishioner
$100 deposit

St. Charles CDA Meeting

May 20 – Our next Catholic Daughters meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 20 at St. Charles. The meeting will begin at 7:00 pm. Committee members are: Door prize- Rose Pestka, Student burse-Judy Pieszchalski, Bingo prizes-Barb Pokony and Kathy Rulevish. Committee members are to bring refreshments. We are asking that if you haven’t paid your dues yet, please do so as soon as possible. Thank you.

Fifth Sunday of Easter

The love command. Today, Paul and Barnabas proclaim Good News. John sees a new heaven and a new earth. Jesus tells us how to live within this resurrected reality: love one another. Short. Not always easy. But profound. Fr. Clarence Rivers wrote “God Is Love” in 1964 – listen to this compelling refrain (John 4:6) and song at: http://www.godsongs.net/2015/09/god-is-love-and-he-who-abides-in-love-abides-in-love-clarence-rivers.html.

• How has God loved me?
• Who will I choose to love? What will I do?
• Doing mercy work is a perfect way to manifestthe love command. What will I do this week?

The Catholic Service and Ministry Appeal… Blessed to receive, chosen to give

Each year the success of The Catholic Service and Ministry Appeal depends upon the generous response of every Catholic household — it depends on you!! Every dollar donated to The Appeal is restricted and supports only the work of 15 diocesan ministries which serve thousands of people throughout southern Illinois each year. To learn more about the good worksyour gift makes possible, visit www.diobelle.org and click on The Catholic Service and Ministry Appeal poster or call Judy Phillips at 618-722-5007 – she’d love to hear from you!

Memorial/Remembrance Bricks

Sacred Heart will be selling Memorial/Remembrance Bricks to line the sidewalk in the newly created Memorial Garden between the Church and School. Names of family, friends, parents, grandparents or children can be inscribed on 4″x8″ bricks with 12 characters per line with a maximum of 3 lines for $75.00 or 8″x8″ bricks with 12 characters per line with a maximum of 6 lines for $150.00. Contact Kelly Paxton (542-3423) at the church office for details.

Charitable Gift Annuities to Benefit Sacred Heart and Immaculate Conception Now Available

Charitable gift annuities to benefit our parish are now available through a program offered by the Catholic Church Extension Society, one of the largest, oldest and strongest managers of annuities in the United States. By taking out a Catholic Gift Annuity you may be eligible for a charitable tax deduction, receive fixed payments for life and leave a legacy to your parish or the Catholic organization you designate within the diocese. For additional information contact Mike Gibbons or Judy Phillips at 618-277-8181.

“Catholic” shirt sale!
Proceeds for Sacred Heart

$20 up to size adult XL
$22 2XL-3XL
$24 4XL-5XL
Shirts are black crew neck with white print. 2 options

Option #1 is like picture shown.
Option #2 is for converts and will say: Live Love Die above “Catholic”

Knights of Columbus donations

The Knights of Columbus recently voted to donate $500 to Seminarian Anthony Hygienes and to donate $100 to the Lion’s Club in support of their Christmas Basket Program for the needy in Du Quoin. These donations were made possible from our sausage sale in March. We were also able to donate $340 to Pregnancy Matters in Carbondale from the sale of Mothers Day Roses and Breakfast. Thanks to everyone for their support.

60th Annual Strawberry Festival

May 19 – St. Patrick’s Parish, Ruma, IL will hold its 60th Annual Strawberry Festival on Sunday May 19, 2019. The Strawberry Festival features Fried Chicken Dinners, serving from 11AM-4:00PM with strawberries and ice cream. Quilt/Cash Bingo starts at noon. In addition there will be a large country store, homemade jams, baked goods, music, balloonatic, kids games, silent auction, raffle and lunch stand. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.

Mid-life Singles (mid-30s to 50s):

May 31-June 2 – Are you looking for a renewed sense of purpose & belonging? Register today for a life-changing REFLECT weekend retreat at King’s House Retreat Center, Belleville, IL (20 min from downtown St. Louis, MO), on May 31-June 2, 2019. Take a chance and get involved… you won’t regret it! Cost is $195 for meals and a single room. Visit www.ReflectRetreat.com, email: reflect.stlouis@gmail.com, or call (314) 283 -0044 for details.

Healing From Unspoken Loss

June 8 – Experiencing God’s Grace and Forgiveness. Saturday, June 8th from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm at Redemption Church in Johnston City. If you or someone you know is needing emotional and spiritual healing after experiencing an abortion please contact Pregnancy Matters at 618-549-2794. Registration is required.

TEC (Teens Encounter Christ)

Calling all juniors and seniors in high school: TEC (Teens Encounter Christ) weekends: June 8-10, 2019 at Mater Dei High School in Breese, IL, January 18-20, 2020 (location TBA), and February 16-18, 2020 at St. Mary’s in Mt. Vernon, IL. Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) is a three-day Catholic retreat for the young adults of Southern Illinois. It’s a place for older teens and young adults to reflect-through talks, skits, art, music, sacraments, fellowship and fun-on where they are in life and where they’re going, where God fits in, where their faith is leading them, and how they can live their faith with love, joy and courage. TEC is also open to adult observers (18+). To learn more and/or to apply visit: www.bellevilletec.org

SAVE THE DATE!

June 28 – Diocese of Belleville will host a Gala Dinner on June 28th in honor of His Excellency, The Most Reverend Edward K. Braxton’s 75th birthday with proceeds benefitting the Catholic elementary schools, secondary schools, and the Newman Catholic Student Center in southern Illinois. More information as it becomes available.

SAVE THE DATE!
FEAST OF SACRED HEART CELEBRATION JUNE 29TH AT 6:00 PM

Come celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at Haffner Hall on June 29th at 6:00 pm. We will have a BBQ Dinner, Games, and Fellowship. Everyone is invited – this is a free event.

Cathedral of Notre Dame Support

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, has set up a fund to help the Cathedral resurrect and rebuild. The Shrine, whose Board of Members consists of the Administrative Committee of the USCCB, has the infrastructure to manage donated funds and established relationships to provide the necessary and appropriate due diligence on the distribution of funds. All proceeds received will be used solely for the assistance of Notre Dame Cathedral and those affected by this tragedy.

Individuals wishing to donate may do so by several methods. If an individual wishes to write a check, below is the necessary information for remittance:

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate ConceptionAttn: Monsignor Walter Rossi, Rector
400 Michigan Avenue, NE
Washington, D.C. 20017
Checks should be made payable to “Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception;” indicate “Cathedral of Notre Dame Fund” in the memo portion of the check.
In addition, if parishioners so choose, they can donate using a credit card by visiting www.SupportNotreDame.org which is a site solely dedicated to this cause.

WEEKEND WARRIOR SCHEDULE

May 6: Brock Family
May 13: Galbraith Family
May 20: Diane Derby & Mary Beth Lane
May 27: Barb & Doris

‘SOARING: Inmates Helping Inmates’

“SOARING: Inmates Helping Inmates’ of Poverty Services of Catholic Charities of Southern Illinois is having an “email RAFFLE”.

If inmates are taught reading skills, less than 13% will repeat offend when they are released. The Illinois Dept. of Corrections endorses and financially supports ‘SOARING” advancement into all 26 of its correctional centers. “SOARING’ needs to raise $10,000 per year in the Diocese of Belleville to cover its costs of operation which includes managing the literacy program, inmate tutor training, managing volunteers, cost of materials, and mileage reimbursement for volunteers.

To raise these funds we are having a very simple“email RAFFLE”. Flyers are on bulletin boards. Thanks to everyone for your support of this important life-changing ministry in our Diocese.

St. Bruno
Catholic School
News www.stbrunoschool.com

Upcoming Dates

May 19: Graduation at 10:00 Mass
May 20: 3rd-5th grade field trip to Touch of Nature
May 21: 2nd, 3rd, 5th grade field trip to Jail Museum
May 22: Last Day of School—12:20 Dismissal

Learn more about St. Bruno Catholic School at www.stbrunoschool.com

Join us on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 at St. Bruno Church for Mass with our students! You will enjoy their singing and participation!

Teaching Opportunities

St. Bruno Catholic School is currently seeking applicants for a 1st Grade Teacher and a Jr. High ELA Teacher. These positions require an Illinois Teaching License. Please send resume to: brittany.goldman@stbrunoschool.com

ENROLLMENT IS OPEN FOR ST. BRUNO CATHOLIC SCHOOL

St. Bruno School Catholic Baptismal Bonus
Any kindergartener that enrolls at St. Bruno school for the 2019/2020 school year, AND has been baptized at St. Bruno Church or one of the following parishes (Tamaroa, Todd’s Mill, Sacred Heart, or Sparta), and whose family is an active member of the church will receive a $500 incentive per family for the 2019/2020 school year. For any questions please contact St. Bruno Catholic School Principal, Mrs. Goldman, at 357- 8276.

Scholarship Opportunities

Learn more about scholarship opportunities available for your child at empowerillinois.org
or contact Mrs. Goldman 357-8276

Empower Illinois Scholarship

St Bruno School is looking for donors to the Empower Illinois Scholarship program. We have started receiving donations to this program and are very close to being able to provide full scholarships to several qualified applicants. By donating to this scholarship program you are eligible for a 75% tax credit! For more information visit empowerillinois.org or contact Nathan Meagher at 357-3330.

Perry County Marketplace Receipts

St. Bruno School is participating in the Perry County Marketplace Apples for the Students program! All you need to do is save your Perry County Marketplace receipts and drop them in the container in the church vestibule, send them to the school or give to any St. Bruno student. These funds allow us to purchase PE and sports equipment and school and office supplies. Thank you! This program runs until March 2, 2019

Thank You for your continued support! Please pray for the success and longevity of St. Bruno Catholic School!

Respect Life Corner:

Mary, Pro-Life Inspiration: Mother Mary has many beautiful titles; Patroness of the Americas, Patroness of the New Evangelization and Patroness of the Unborn. Mary is also a perfect example for authentic Christian living. She shows immense faith and total gift of herself at the Annunciation; she shows sensitivity and her charitable spirit when she visits Elizabeth; we see her love and maternal care for new live when she shelters baby Jesus in the stable; we see her at the foot of the cross, with her heart open for all of humanity.

Learn, Act, Connect, Pray: How can we follow Mary’s example of living? How can we strive to be life- giving and love-affirming towards those in our communities? If you don’t already, look into praying the Rosary or the Angelus or the Regina Caeli with those that are close to you and remember Mary’s message of life, love, and true freedom.

If you know someone who can no longer attend mass, is sick, or homebound but who would like a visit or to receive Communion, please contact Kelly at the rectory office by calling 542-3423, or sending an email to sacredheartduquoin@gmail.com. And if you would like to help by visiting some of those that are homebound, please contact the office also. Together we can celebrate the Year of Mercy!

Televised Sunday Mass

A televised Sunday Mass is now airing on ABC Family from 5:30 A.M. to 6:00 A.M. each Sunday morning. The Sunday Mass is produced by the Passionist Fathers and Brothers out of New York City and in available nationally on local affiliates. This is a special ministry, particularly for the elderly and the infirmed. It’s also available online:  http://thesundaymass.org

EWTN Global Catholic Network

Originally known as the Eternal Word Television Network, EWTN provides inspirational talk shows, original Catholic teaching series, animated programs for kids, live church coverage and documentaries. Tune in to channel 261 on DISH Network Satellite TV, channel 370 on DirecTV, and channel 94 for NewWave Communications for all EWTN has to offer or go to:  http://www.ewtn.com/tv/

Parish Staff
for both Churches

Reverend Joseph Oganda
– Pastor of
Sacred Heart Church
Immaculate Conception

Kelly Paxton
– Secretary:
Sacred Heart
Immaculate Conception

Tony Kellerman
– Maintenance:
Sacred Heart
Immaculate Conception

Jeremy Cornett
– Parish Council President
Sacred Heart

Tiffany Kujawa
– Parish Council President
Immaculate Conception

Mary Beth Lane
– Coord. of Religious Education
Sacred Heart

Coach Allen Martin
– Youth Minister
Sacred Heart

Parish Contact Information
for both Churches

Rectory:
17 N. Walnut, Du Quoin, IL 62832
Rectory Phone – 618-542-3423
Rectory Fax – 618-542-5061

Email – sacredheartduquoin@gmail.com

Sacred Heart Catholic Church:
100 West Main St., Du Quoin, IL 62832
Phone – 618-542-3423
Haffner Hall rental – 618-542-3423

Haffner Hall Phone – 618-542-2285
16 N. Walnut, Du Quoin, IL 62832
Parish Council President – 618-542-6298

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
533 W 2nd North St, Tamaroa, IL 62888
Phone – 618-496-5867

Immaculate Conception Hall rental
– 618-496-5867
Parish Council President
– 618-559-1078

Webmaster:
– Suzanne McCrary
sannemc18@mediacombb.net