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DEC 2014
St Luke Women's Club Newsletter

In This Issue
Families in Need of Meals
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If you or know of another parish family who is in need of meals due to illness or any other reason.

Please Contact:

Ann Corado

312 515 0466

[email protected]


SLWC Calendar of Events
September:
September 21, 2013

* Ministry Fair-Coffee On the Plaza

COMPLETED


October 24th:
November 1, 2013

* Kick Off Event - Music, Shopping, Drinks, Raffle

COMPLETED


December:

* Advent Night of Reflection

Thursday, December 11 St. Luke Church 7:30pm

Friday, December 12th in Waldron Hall 8:30am

* Combined (Men & Women's Club) Christmas Gathering

Thursday, December 18

Skrine Chops - 7230 Madison Street, Forest Park


Mid January/Early February: 
*Bridge Lessons beginning Monday, January 12, 2015 and will run for 6 weeks
*EVENT TBD

April:
* Misericordia Candy Days

May:
May 9, 2015
* Pack the Pews - following 5pm mass
Mary:  A Celebration Honoring Our Blessed Mother 
* Mother's Day Prayer Cards

June:
* Possible Twilight Golf Outing
or Twilight Garden Walk


Recurring Parts of Newsletter

 

Sounds Like Fun?

Please contact:  

Jean O'Brien

708 642 0456

[email protected]

 

Meals For Families 

in Need 

If you or know of any parish families that need help with meals due to family illness or other reasons  

Please contact:  

Ann Corrado

312 515 0466

[email protected] 

PLEASE NOTE:  

In order for you to be notified of   families that will need meal service, YOU WILL NEED TO SIGN UP TO Lotsa Helping Hands e-mail list.

 

In Our Prayers

In this section of the newsletter we will recognize special intentions of any nature that we receive.  We will also recognize and offers prayers for the recently departed St Luke parishioners.

Please contact:  

Jean O'Brien

[email protected]

 

Our Deepest Sympathies

This area of newsletter will be reserved for any St Luke Women's Club member who has recently lost a loved one who is not a parishioner of St Luke. All too many times we hear of a close loved one long after the services have taken place. We want you to know that you have our support and in our prayers during this time, so please don't hesitate to let us know especially if there are local services being held. 

Please Contact:  

Jean O'Brien

[email protected]

 

Santas in Different Countries

 

Dear Women of St. Luke Parish,  
 
This is a busy, yet wonderful and humbling time of the year.  Our wish is that in the midst of the chaos you find the peace and love of the Christmas season.

Please see below for this week's Advent Reflection opportunities facilitated by Fr. John.

The MEN and WOMEN Clubs are sponsoring A Christmas Gathering at Skrine Chops at 7230 W. Madison in Forest Park on Thursday, December 18th from 7pm until ?.  Drinks and appetizers will be provided until funds run out, the it will turn to a cash bar.  Please try to come out and wish your fellow parishioners a Merry Christmas.

Bridge lessons will be offered beginning Monday, January 12, 2015 and will run for 6 Mondays.  Space is limited.  Cost will be $120-$150 pending total number signed up.  Please see below for more information.

We are asking for yearly dues which were due October 31 click here for registration and due renewal. Thank you for your support!
 
Wishing you and yours a blessed, safe and healthy Christmas season.


Our Warmest Regards,

Dee Dee Carr . Ann Corrado . Maria Cullerton . Molly Hanley . Tracy Hollenbach . Noreen Leavy .  Jean O'Brien, Kathleen Parrilli . Katie Planek . Rose Szurko Ramage . Bridget Thomason . Kerri Willsey
 

Remember:  All of our newsletters and current information and 

invites are archived on the St. Luke Parish website click here for St. Luke Parish website.

Advent Retreat Event
Men/Women's Club Christmas Event
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Seeking Fulfillment in a Season of 
Great Expectations
 
An Advent Reflection 

 

The Advent Season is a time for our spiritual preparation for the Celebration of Jesus' birth at Christmas. Yet in these four short weeks, it is sometimes difficult to quiet ourselves and allow the Lord into our hearts. The culture in which we live often takes control: which presents to buy, which parties to throw, which goodies to prepare, even which charities to support. As we make our way through Advent, Father John Szmyd has prepared a special program of prayer and reflection to help us stay on the path of spiritual preparation for the celebration of our Lord's Incarnation. Come join us!

Two opportunities to attend this adult faith formation program will be offered.
Please choose the time that is most convenient for you!

Evening Session in the Church
Thursday, December 11
7:30 pm - Reflection by Fr. Szmyd

And Repeated...
Morning Session in Waldron Hall
Friday, December 12
8:30 am - Coffee and donuts
8:45 am - Reflection by Fr. Szmyd
 
 
Dear Women AND Men of St. Luke Parish


Please join us for some Christmas cheer

The Women AND Men's Club of St. Luke 
are hosting an evening of holiday fun.

THURSDAY, December 18, 2014
Skrine Chops
7230 Madison
Forest Park, IL  60130
7:00 PM

 NO CHARGE
Appetizers and drinks will be on us 
until the funds run dry.

The more the merrier.
We look forward to seeing you!

Questions??

Charlie Smith - [email protected] or 
708 267 4855
Jean O'Brien - [email protected] or 708 642 0456

 

 

BRIDGE LESSONS
Limited Spots are available for Bridge Lessons beginning Monday, January 12 and running for 6 weeks. The cost will be $120-150 per person depending on the final
 numbers. Lessons will be 2 hours long from 7pm-9pm in the Hospitality House.  If interested please contact JeanO'Brien [email protected] or 708 642 0456

 

New Ice Rinks This Year
CRAIN'S CHICAGO 
By Ally Marotti  

Though the ice rink at Wrigley Field won't open this winter due to renovation work at the park, skaters have a couple of new options this year.

Starting this weekend, skaters can take to the ice at a chicken restaurant or on an ice ribbon, where they can deviate from the traditional rink model and glide through pine trees. And if eating chicken while you skate doesn't suit your fancy, many of Chicago's veteran and traditional outdoor rinks have already opened for the season.

NEW THIS YEAR

Parson's Chicken & Fish 
2952 W. Armitage Ave.

Starting Dec. 12, patrons of this restaurant will be able to ice skate while they eat. The rink will be on the restaurant's outdoor patio and will cost $5, including skate rental, said Michael Trow, general manager of Parson's. About 30 skaters will be allowed on the rink at a time, and a special menu will be served during rink hours. Parson's opened in May 2013; this is its first rink.

Hours:
Friday: 3 p.m. to midnight
Saturday: 10 a.m. to midnight
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Maggie Daley Park Ice Ribbon 
337 E. Randolph St.
The rink will be on the north side of the park, bordered by East Randolph Street and South Columbus Drive.

A pine tree-lined ice skating path is expected to open Dec. 13 at 11:30 a.m. and will allow skaters to glide past landscaping and a climbing wall-a deviation from the typical oval-shaped rink. The ice ribbon will be the first part of the new Maggie Daley Park to open to the public and will be free to skaters. On-site skate rental is $12; rental is free on opening day.

Hours:
Monday-Thursday: Noon to 8 p.m.
Friday: Noon to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (After Jan. 4, it will close at 9 p.m. Saturdays)
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Holiday hours:
Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Christmas Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New Year's Eve: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 19) and Lincoln's Birthday (Feb. 12): 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Dec. 26-30 and New Year's Day: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

OTHER RINKS

McCormick Tribune Ice Skating Rink:

201 E. Randolph St.

This 16,000-square-foot rink on the edge of Millennium Park is sandwiched between the Bean and Chicago's skyline. It's free to skate, but skate rental is $10. Bring a couple extra bucks for snacks or hot chocolate at nearby Park Grill Cafe. Open through March 8, weather permitting.

Hours:
Monday-Thursday: Noon to 8 p.m.
Friday: Noon to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (starting Jan. 11, it will close at 9 p.m. on Saturdays)

Sunday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Chicago Park District rinks:

The Chicago Park District operates seven outdoor rinks (once the ice ribbon opens, it will be eight), all of which opened at the end of November and are expected to operate through March 15. 

Hours and rates vary; click here for details.

Some offer skate rental. Below are the rinks and their locations:
Midway Ice Skating
1130 Midway Plaisance North

Riis Park Chicago Blackhawks Ice Rink
6100 W. Fullerton Ave.

Warren Ice Rink
6601 N. Western Ave.

McKinley Ice Rink
2210 W. Pershing Road

Mount Greenwood Ice Rink
3721 W. 111th St.

Rowan Ice Skating
11546 S. Avenue L

Wentworth Ice Rink
5625 W. Mobile Ave.



REJOICE!!

Embrace the miracle, joy and wonderment of Christmas

Parish Happenings

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In Our Prayers

Please keep the following special intentions in prayer:

 

 

 

  • Meg Sullivan suffered brain injury from a fall. She is making amazing strides everyday. Meg and their family need many prayers and support as she continues to progress with her recovery. School lunches, christmas decorations and care for the boys have been addressed. A dinner schedule has been set up through Lotsa Helping Hands (click here for directions). The entire Sullivan and Gazzolo families are overwhelmed with appreciation and gratitude for the outpouring of the love, prayers and support they have received thus far.
  • Ann Marie Wojcik had a procedure performed on her brain earlier this month and has asked for our continued  prayers. 
  • Annette Vincent has asked for special prayers for her brother, Raymond Ginepro, who is facing cancer.
  • For our world, federal, state and local leaders; help them to listen closely to the Holy Spirit and make the best decisions for peace, justice and equality.  
  • For all of our family and friends, that recently have had surgery, been hospitalized, receiving treatments or fighting illness. We wish and pray for healthy and quick recoveries.
  • We pray for all affected by cancer, and that collaborative efforts of research are brought together to gain a better understanding for cures, treatments, and early detection of cancer.
  • For our dear family members and friends who are facing hardships with financial, relationships, or health issues.  Continue to bring them hope, comfort, strength and God's light every day.
  • For the gift of the Advent season and the joy of Jesus, Our King.
  • For God's light, mercy, tender comfort and forgiveness in our darkest and most fragile moments.
  • For the special intentions in our hearts
Our heartfelt condolences to all who have recently lost a beloved family member or friend of St. Luke Parish:

 

May the souls of 

John R. O'Connor

Eileen Hopkins
Kathleen (Buoniconti) Vom Brack

rest in peace.  

 

"Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen."

 

 

Our Deepest Sympathies

Our deepest sympathies go out to our SLWC members who have recently lost a loved one. Please keep them and their families in your prayers.


 

Patrick Edward Mullins nephew of Maureen (Brian) Connelly and Molly (Tom) Swock

Margaret M. "Marge" Halloran mother in law of Genie (Brad) Halloran

 

About St Luke Women's Club
Newsletter feedback/ideas or suggestions? 
Contact:  Katie Planek 
708 846 6547 - [email protected] 
THANK YOU FOR  
SUPPORTING SLWC! 

 

Dee Dee Carr . Ann Corrado . Maria Cullerton . Molly Hanley . Tracy Hollenbach . Noreen Leavy . Jean O'Brien . Kathleen Parrilli . Katie Planek . Rose Szurko Ramage . Bridget Thomason . and Kerri Willsey

St Luke Women's Club
528 Lathrop
River Forest, Illinois 60305