The Fifth Sunday in Lent
"I will place my law within them and write it upon their hearts." Jeremiah 31:33
Announcements
The parish office's hours are 8:00am to 7:00pm Monday thru Friday, from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Saturdays, and from 9:00am to noon on Sundays.
The Sunday evening Mass is now a part of our community's opportunities for Sunday worship. Please join us at 5:00pm on Sunday evenings in addition to our scheduled times of 4:00pm on Saturdays and 9:00am and 11:00am on Sundays.
Pastoral Letter by Deacon Mark Purdome
"Every day, our faith calls on us to celebrate the entire family of God."
Happy Saint Patrick's Day!
Of course, on March 17, everyone in Chicago is Irish. But how much do you know about the history of the Irish in this city?
The early Irish immigrants in Chicago left a homeland teeming with social, political, and economic problems. After the creation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland in 1801, many Irish Catholics were denied the free expression of their faith. They were peasants who often lived in squalor and poverty. As the population of Ireland grew in the 1830s and 1840s, life got harder and harder, especially because of the Great Famine in the late 1840s, so many of the Irish migrated to a better land.
For many, that land was Chicago. The early years of Chicago's growth coincided with the significant rise in Irish immigration, and after Chicago was incorporated in 1837, the Irish population rapidly grew. In the 1850s, Irish and German immigrants descended on the city, making Chicago one of the most multi-ethnic urban areas in the country at that time.
Those early Irish refugees were typically impoverished. They took low-wage, low-skill, poorly-paying jobs in brickyards, meat-packing plants, and other manufacturing industries. They settled together and created institutions to sustain their culture, including many Catholic parishes (like Saint Andrew Parish!).
After the turn of the century, the Irish in Chicago began to gradually climb the economic ladder, becoming increasingly prominent in business and politics in their adopted city.
Why does this history matter to us?
We live in a time of increasing hostility toward immigrants. We see people coming to Chicago as a refuge from increasing bad situations in their countries of origin. They bring their families and hope for a better future. But even more important, just as those first Irish settlers in Chicago, they bring their passion to build a life of dignity and productivity. And when we see them on our streets, looking for housing and jobs, I wonder if we've forgotten our own immigration story. We are a city that was built by immigrants, and whether you're Irish, German, African-American, or any of a hundred other ethnicities that call Chicago home, you belong.
Today we celebrate the Irish. And every day, our faith calls on us to celebrate the entire family of God.
Peace!
-Deacon Mark
Holy Week Schedule
As we near the celebration of Easter, please join us for the celebration of the sacred feasts recalling the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
PALM SUNDAY
Saturday, March 23, 2024
4:00pm Blessing of Palms & Mass
Sunday, March 24, 2024
9:00am, 1:00am, & 5:00pm Blessing of Palms & Mass
TRIDUUM
Thursday, March 28, 2024
7:00pm - Mass of the Lord's Supper
8:00pm to 11:00pm - Adoration
Friday, March 29, 2024
3:00pm - The Lord’s Passion
Saturday, March 30, 2024
11:00am - Blessing of Easter Baskets
8:00pm - The Easter Vigil
EASTER SUNDAY
Sunday, March 31, 2024
9:00am and 11:00 am Easter Sunday Masses
There will be no 5:00pm Mass on Sunday, March 31.
Holy Thursday Collection
What purpose is our fasting during Lent? Certainly, it is not to promote meaningless suffering. Perhaps it is to grow discipline above material things, but a more purposeful conclusion is that our temperance allows us to give more abundantly to those in need. Traditionally. we gather the financial benefits of our Lenten Fast and collect them at the sacred liturgy on Holy Thursday. This year, the collection will go to Nourishing Hope and their work in the relief of the material needs of those in Chicago experiencing poverty and hunger. Donations can be made during the Holy Thursday service or online. Thank you for your generosity.
Continue the Lenten Journey
Stations of the Cross - During the season of Lent, join us in praying the Stations of the Cross on Thursday evenings (notice the change of days) at 6:30pm in the main church. This thoughtful guided meditation on Jesus' journey to his crucifixion is a powerful reminder of the depth of God's love for us. The first Stations of the Cross will be held on Thursday, February 15, and take place every Thursday through March 21.
Lenten Taize Service - Join us on Tuesday, March 19, 204 at 6:30pm in the main church for our Lenten Taize Prayer Service. This beautiful form of prayer through simple song and ritual lighting of candles is a wonderful way to prepare our hearts for the death, resurrection, and ascension of Christ.
Lenten Fish Fry - Save the date for the next Fish Fry at Saint Andrew - Friday, March 22 from 5pm to 8pm. Preorder your dinners at www.standrew.org/fishfry If you can help volunteer, please click HERE.
Easter Mission - Parishes often have a 3-night spiritual enrichment around Easter time. Saint Andrew traditionally does this in partnership with Saint Benedict Parish. This year, the mission will be in the Easter Season starting on Sunday April 21 and last for three nights.
Volunteer
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Be a part of Saint Andrew's winter event schedule by volunteering your time, talent and treasures.
Saint Andrew Lenten Fish Fry 2024 - Saint Andrew will host 2 Lenten Fish Fry events; Friday, March 8th and Friday, March 22. We are looking for volunteers to help in many capacities. Please contact Julie Richards if you are interested julie@standrew.org
Mass Schedule
RETURNING TO THE CUP
A set of videos have been produced by the Saint Andrew Parish staff to remind parishioners about the reasons we offer the receipt of the Precious Blood at Mass and how we receive it with the appropriate reverence. Please take the time to view these videos at www.standrew.org/returning-to-the-cup
Weekend Mass Schedule:
Vigil - 4:00pm Mass
Sunday - 9:00am,11:00am and 5:00pm 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:
Sunday, March 17, 2024
+Felipe Espaldon, +Michael A. Hoban, +William T. Hoban,
+Michael White and +Marcia Vinzons
Sunday, March 24, 2024
+Marcia Vinzons
Live Stream:
Watch our live stream of Sunday Mass at www.standrew.org/sundaymass
School News
Baby Bulldogs Registration- All are Welcome!
It's coming back! Baby Bulldogs will be back in January. This fun program is open to all infants, toddlers and their caregivers in our community. Registration is now open. Baby Bulldogs Winter 2024 Registration.
Applications are now open for 24-25! 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 24-25 can be found here: New Student Application
Religious Education News
We have begun Religious Education for the 2023-24 year for grades K through 8. Please visit www.standrew.org/re to learn more about the program for the upcoming year if you still need to register. We will have our in person student classes on Sunday, April 8, 2024 at 10:00am in the school building. Please contact David Heimann at david@standrew.org if you have additional questions.
Stewardship and Finance Report
February 2024 Offering:
Envelope Collection - $6,275
Automated Giving - $20,6224
Loose Cash - $3,829
Total Offertory - $30,726
Monthly Budgeted Expenses: $38,500
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 - $1,913,342
Interest on Income - $40,260
Total Income - $1,953,601
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
Church Boiler - $313,845
School Boilers - $609,248
Total Expense - $1,949,525
BALANCE - $4.077
Revised 1/12/2024
Parish Staff
Parish Staff:
Pastor: Rev. Sergio Romo
Resident Priest: Rev. Emmanuel Madu
Pastoral Associate: David Heimann
Deacon: Mark Purdome
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
