Monday - Ponedjeljak, January 20, 2003

7:30 A.M. Matija Udovičić................ Kata Pavić
Mildred Mucenski........... Larry & Fran Panatera
Na nakanu.................................. Vesna Krišto

Tuesday - Utorak, January 21, 2003

7:30 A.M. John Popovich...................... Jerome
Toma Botica............................... Josie Hanson
Za zdravlje M. Atolović....... Hrvoje i Nikola Ćosić
Anthony Segvich........................ wife & children

Wednesday - Srijeda, January 22, 2003

7:30 A.M. John Popovich....................... Jerome
Nancy Candela............ Catherine & Nick Perisin
Bruno Roti............................................ Marion

Thursday - Četvrtak, January 23, 2003

7:30 A.M. William Parilli.............. Frances Parilli
Katy Morano.......................................... Marion
Na nakanu sv. Anti................... Pavo Badrov i ob.

Friday - Petak, January 24, 2003

7:30 A.M. Anđa Čuvalo................ HKD Napredak
Gigi Roti................................................ Marion
Jozo i Anica Udovičić........................ Kata Pavić

Saturday - Subota, January 25, 2003

7:30 A.M. Marija Rodić................... Obitelj Rodić
Za zdravlje M. Antolović............. sestra Milica i ob.

5:30 P.M. Ivan Babić.................... Valerija i djeca
Victoria Lukowski.................. Matt & Chris Pesce
John Mladinov family.................................. family

Sunday - Nedjelja, January 26, 2003

7:30 A.M. Linda Humbert............. husband Robert
Joseph & Mary Popovich.......................... Jerome
Paul Grubisich Cabo................ John & Gen Botica
Frank Polaček......................... John & Gen Botica


9:30 A.M. Robert Jurlina................ family & friends
Edward Wrenn............................. Rogosich family

11:00 A.M.
Vjeko Gregor....................................... Kata Pavić
Jago Soldo................................. Franjo Vranjković
Ivan Ivanko........................................ Vesna Krišto
Žarko Ostojić................................... Anica Ostojić
Za sve svoje pokojne......................... Anica Ostojić
Fra Ljubo Čuvalo........................... Ivan Mišetić i ob.

Saturday, January 25, 5:30 P.M. Dolores Crane
Sunday, January 26, 7:30 A.M. Matt Pesce
Sunday, January 26, 9:30 A.M. Teri Ferro
Nedjelja, 26. siječnja, 11:00 A.M. Sanja Budimir i Antonija Jurković

Saturday, January 25, 5:30 P.M. Babich, B. Kenny, J. Radatz
Sunday, January 26, 9:30 A.M. Huels, Marlene O., Maria O.
Nedjelja, 26. siječnja 11:00 A.M. T. Kikaš, N. Babić, M. Jurković, K. Jurković, A. Bušljeta

WEEKLY MEDITATION

Teacher, where are you staying? Where is your home? Where do you find a place to rest, to take refuge where you can relax in peace? With these questions some of His first followers approached Jesus. It was the timid but sincere inquiry of those who sensed something, who felt the compelling force of Jesus's personality. It was a form of love at first sight.
We, too, have often wished to share in the mystery of Jesus's personhood. We speak of a profound Christian experience, an encounter with the living God. Jesus never excludes anyone. His dwelling place is open to all. That is how, in a very simple way He invited His followers, who were filled with desire and curiosity, to join him. He turned to them, looked at them, and called them. He turned around so that His eyes could meet theirs and was pleased at their desire to go with Him. It was such a surprise encounter for them that they even remembered the day and the hour of its occurrence. As scripture records "It was about 4 in the afternoon."

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

BLESSING OF HOMES If you would like one of the priests to come to your home, please call the rectory to schedule a date and time for this beautiful Catholic tradition.

REMINDER Are you a registered parishioner of our parish? Have you changed your address or telephone number? Please let us know!  To be a member of St. Jerome Parish is an honor and a source of pride. We are committed to continue our journey of faith together. Being a member of our parish community means actively participating in parish life.

PRESENTATION Today, January 19, in the small hall, a presentation of the very interesting book "Croatian Holocaust" will be given by the author, Professor Ivan Prcela.

CALL TO PRAYER This month marks 30 years since the Supreme Court legalized abortion (Roe vs. Wade). Please remember this occasion with prayers for the innocent children murdered by abortion - over 40 million!

HELP FOR SOMEONE IN NEED A young man of 25 named Stjepan was diagnosed with the worst from of leukemia. He was placed in a hospital in Zagreb. Doctors anticipate the need for more than 2 years of hospital care to battle this disease. He and his parents are refugees from Sarajevo who cannot afford the necessary care and are asking for help. If anyone can offer monetary assistance for this needy cause, please call Gordana Vlaicevic, 708 485 - 1004.

REMINDER We ask you to please conduct yourself in the proper manner when in our church and refrain from chewing gum, using cell phones, and allowing children to eat or play with toys. We need your cooperation to keep our church clean, and create an atmosphere of respect and reverence. This is the temple of God, the holy place of our sacred gatherings. Please take care of it!

CHURCH CONTRIBUTION VOUCHERS This week you can pick up proof of your contributions to our church in the parish office at the rectory. We extend sincere gratitude and appreciation for all the donations to our parish, particularly towards the church restoration, and for all that you do for our parish!

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT takes place every Thursday from 7 to 9 P.M. in our church. We invite all to come to this evening of prayer and visitation with Our Lord.

YEAR OF THE ROSARY The year 2003 has been dedicated to the rosary. Pope John Paul II is emphasizing this traditional form of prayer. In today's bulletin (Click here!) you will find the Catholic Update, which has more information about the rosary and the new Mysteries of Light.

CARDINAL STEPINAC DAYS St. Jerome Parish and Cardinal Stepinac Croatian School are organizing special days to honor Blessed Stepinac. 

• On Saturday, February 8, a concert will be held at Healy School (3001 S. Wallace) at 5 P.M. featuring performances by 3 Croatian folklore groups, and followed by food, refreshments, and dancing in St. Jerome School Hall. ($15 adults; $5 children under 12)
  
• On Sunday, February 9, the 11 A.M. mass will be celebrated in honor of Bl. Stepinac. Afterwards a program and banquet will be held in our school hall. ($20 adults; $10 children under 12 ) All are welcome!

"YOUTH ALIVE" YOUTH RALLY The Archdiocese of Chicago Youth Ministry Office is sponsoring its annual youth rally event on Saturday, February 15 from 9A.M. to 5P.M. at Maria High School (6727 S. California). This event provides a great opportunity for young people to meet and connect with other Catholic youth from all over the Archdiocese. The cost is $15 per person, and $12 for groups of 6 or more if you register by Feb. 3. Contact Mrs. Irene Friend at 312/ 491-3535 for more information.

"DWELL IN MY LOVE" SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2003 His Eminence, Francis Cardinal George invites all the faithful of the Archdiocese to pray for peace in our world and a conversion of heart as we seek to eradicate the sin of racism wherever it exists, and work to build welcoming and inclusive communities where we live, work, and worship.

Thought of the Week
"One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives"