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“Being dispensed from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass does not mean people should stay away from church or fail to keep holy the Lord’s Day. Those who are not able to attend Sunday Mass in person should consider how they will honor the Lord’s Day.”
St. Thomas More Roman Catholic Church 8501 Calumet Avenue, Munster, IN 46321
Mission Statement : The Roman Catholic Saint Thomas More Parish Family welcomes and invites
every person to join us on our journey in faith and celebration. With the grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit, and through
Sacred Scripture and Tradition, we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all, especially in loving service to those in need.
As part of the Universal Church, we affirm the dignity of every person. All this we do to give glory and honor to God.
Pastoral Staff Sacramental Information
Pastor ........................ Reverend Michael J. Yadron, KCHS; Ext. 2312 Confessions
myadron@stm-church.com Saturdays ............................................................. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Associate Pastor .................. Reverend Declan McNicholas; Ext. 2314 First Friday ............. …………..1/2 hour before the 6:30 a.m. Mass
dmcnicholas@stm-church.com Baptisms ............................... First and Third Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Senior Deacon ........................................... Dr. Napoleon Tabion, OFS Parents must be registered parishioners and regularly
Senior Deacon .................................................. Daniel Zurawski, KHS attending at least six months before the Baptism. At least
Deacons .................................................................David Kapala, KHS one of the godparents must be a practicing Catholic.
............................................................................Joseph Stodola, KHS Pre-Baptism Class .....................................2nd Tuesday 7:00 p.m.
Director of Finance ...................................... Noreen Bickel; Ext. 2330 Parents must call the Parish Office to schedule class and/or Baptism.
Pastoral Care Coordinator ...... Deacon David Kapala, KHS; Ext. 2315 Marriage .............. Must be a registered, practicing member of the
Director of Music ...................................... Angie Lorandos; Ext. 2338 parish at least six months before beginning the six month
Director of Religious Education ................... Emily Hackett; Ext. 2232 preparation program for marriage.
Communion calls and visits to Hospitals and Homebound:
St. Thomas More Parish Website: www.stm-church.com Call the Parish Office for Sacraments at hospital or at home.
Parish Office Staff New Parishioner Registration
Hours: Mon-Saturday 9:00 am-3:00 pm (until further notice) To make it as convenient as possible for you,
Email address.................................. parish.office@stm-church.com new parishioners may register at any time in the
Email address for bulletin...................... bulletin@stm-church.com
Office Phone………. 836-8610 Office Fax .................... 836-9185 Parish Office.
Bulletin Editor ................................................... Pam Pasyk; Ext. 2309 Stop in during the day, or take advantage of our
Daytime Receptionist ............................................................ Ext. 2300 convenient Saturday office hours.
Evening Receptionist............................................................ .Ext. 2300
Building Maintenance…………..Mike Popovich 836-8610, Ext. 2313
Custodial Supervisor……………..….Kim Smith 836-8610, Ext. 2331 St. Thomas More Religious Education
Kindergarten through 8th Grade
Pastoral Ministries Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday & Friday — 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Environment & Art ...................................... Helen Jaworski 836-8610 Wednesday & Thursday — 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Eucharistic Ministers ........................ Deacon Dan Zurawski 742-6005 Religious Education Phone ........................................................... 836-8610
Hospitality/Greeters .................................... Chris Shearman 923-1419 Director ................................................................ Emily Hackett; Ext. 2232
Lectors ...................................................... William McDunn 922-9459 Administrative Assistant ............................... Rosemary Strimbu; Ext. 2236
Nursery .................................................. Kaaren A. Mashura 836-5079 Grades K through 8 • Wednesday or Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
St. Vincent de Paul ................................... Terry Oprinovich 836-8610
Vocations Committee ............................................................ 836-8610
2020-2021 Pastoral Council Members Pastoral Commissions Chairpersons
Formation/Education ............................................................. Allen Blocher
Thomas Alexander ........................ Bernadine Barrett, Co-Chairperson Parish Life......................................................................... Elaine Herrmann
Carolyn Cenko............................................................... Leslie Dernulc Peace & Social Justice ................................................................ Mari Casas
Diane DeSoto ............................................... Tim Jevyak, Chairperson Spirituality & Worship....................................................... Kaaren Mashura
Jim Kaspar ................................................................... Christi Kordeck Stewardship ..........................................................................Paul Liszewski
Katie Kordeck .....................................................................Eric Miller
Joe Peters........................................................................ Daniel Straka
Parish Organizations
Altar & Rosary Society ........................................ Cindy Keilman 923-9862
St. Thomas More School Boy Scouts ................................................. Sergio Sanchez (773) 412-3109
Preschool through 8th Grade Career Networking Group…………………… Jim Kaczka (219) 201-0335
Office Hours: Monday– Friday • 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ...................................................... or Donna Weidenfeller (219) 688-7597
Website .............................................................www.stm-school.com Circle of Prayer…………………………………..Carolyn Cenko 741-2509
School Phone .......... 836-9151 School Fax ......................... 836-0982 carolynrealtor@sbcglobal.net
President ....................................................... Noreen Bickel; Ext. 2330 Cub Scouts ……………Duane Schwemlein -Stmcubpack542@gmail.com
Principal ........................................... Dr. Samantha Francis; Ext. 2258 Finance ................................................................ Barbara Shaver 838-9200
School Administrative Assistant………..Jennifer Gonzalez; Ext. 2200 Gabriel Project………………………………... Marilyn Glennon 801-6586
School Reception & Office Associate……Nereida Harretos; Ext. 2201 Garden Club ............................................................ Paul Mazerik 644-8409
School Parent Association…………Heather Delgado; (312) 933-9208 Gifts of Love & Warmth……………………..Bernadine Nemeth 513-6544
School Admissions…………………………….. Pam Pasyk; Ext. 2309 Girl Scouts ............................................................ Renee Whelan 796-6809
Director of Development………………….…Karen Leluga; Ext. 2307 Holy Name Society ........................................ Bill Burke: sbburke3@att.net
Business Manager………………………Mike Gutchewsky; Ext. 2339 Knights of Columbus ................................................................. Tim Jevyak
.......................................... 10596jevyakt@prodigy.net or (219) 644-8932
Oblates………………………………………...Denise Gard (219)201-4103
Weis Center Respect Life ..................................................Leslie Dernulc (219)741-3739
8635 Calumet Avenue • Munster, IN 46321 Senior Citizens .................................................Marion Case (219)743-3543
Ushers Club .................................................... ….Jim Marmalejo 718-8704
Phone..................................................................................... 836-2660 Venture Crew……………………………………....Fr. Ben Ross 322-4505
Please remember St. Thomas More
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2 your Will and Estate Planning
Feast of All Saints November 1, 2020
Saturday, November 7
5:30 p.m. Fr. Mike Yadron
Sunday, November 8
6:30 a.m. Fr. Mike Yadron
8:00 a.m. Fr. Mike Yadron SUNDAY, November 1 — Feast of All Saints
10:00 a.m. Fr. Declan McNicholas 6:30 am Deceased members of Alikapala & Tabion
12:00 Noon Fr. Declan McNicholas Families by Tabion Families
8:00 am Richard Wilson by Wife, Mary & Family
10:00 am For Our Parish Family Living and Deceased
12:00 pm Anne Wisniewski by Family
MONDAY, November 2 — All Souls Day
Monday, November 2 — Liturgy of Remembrance 6:30 am Stella Mary O’Donnell (Anniv.) by Family
6:00 p.m. MC ~ Jacob C. & Ty 8:30 am Vincent Grober (Anniv.) by Wife, Margaret
Saturday, November 7 TUESDAY, November 3 — St. Martin de Porres
5:30 p.m. K. & K. Cano /MC ~ Mary 6:30 am Leonard Jarczyk by Family
8:30 am Daniel Mach by Michele Mach & Family
Sunday, November 8
6:30 a.m. A. Korfiatis WEDNESDAY, November 4 — St. Charles Borromeo
8:00 a.m. A. Alvarez, D. Kenning/MC ~ Gavin 6:30 am Asuncion F. Serrano (Anniv) by Serrano Family
10:00 a.m. M. & R. Andrzejewski/MC ~ Vanessa 8:30 am Edwin Wolak by Michael Wolak
12:00 p.m. J. & E. Korwek/MC ~ Jacob B.
THURSDAY, November 5
6:30 am Rose Krizmanic by Family
9:00 am Michael Kwiatkowski (Anniv.) by Mr. & Mrs.
John Gryn
FRIDAY, November 6 — First Friday
Bann I: Jacob Johnson & Karly Taylor 6:30 am Deceased members of Pagorek Family by Tony &
Kathleen Pagorek
8:30 am Rose Marie Arent by Family
SATURDAY, November 7 — First Saturday
8:30 am Vincent Grober (Anniv.) by Wife Margaret
5:30 pm Cecilia Guziar (Anniv.) by Ann Nowak & Family
Dennis Trelinski • David Steven Rozmanich
SUNDAY, November 8
Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Bulletin Articles 6:30 am For Our Parish Family Living and Deceased
8:00 am Luz Natseway by Slivka Family
Please submit all bulletin articles via email to 10:00 am Evelyn S. McDunn by Mr. & Mrs. William K.
bulletin@stm-church.com.at least 2 weeks in advance. McDunn
12:00 pm Steve Posilovich by Rescan Family
Sacrificial Offerings
Our parish needs and appreciates your continued contributions.
Mail Contributions: 8501 Calumet Ave • Munster, IN 46321
Breaking Open the Word
We are in need of someone to assist with “Breaking Open the
Donate Online: Contribute securely online via PayPal, debit/ Word” with our RCIA participants during the10:00 Sunday Mass.
credit card via our parish website by clicking “Donate Now.” As part of the RCIA (Rite of
Automated Contributions: Christian Initiation for Adults)
Instructions are on the website. process, participants leave Mass
after the homily to gather and
October 25, 2020 discuss, in detail, the readings in
preparation for their Baptism
Adult $ 14,264.00 and full membership in the
Loose $ 3,704.30 church in the spring.
Automated $ 4,405.00 If you feel the Lord’s invitation to share your faith in a more
Children $ 0.00 straightforward way, this is the ministry for you!
TOTAL $ 22,373.30 Please call the Parish Office and ask for
Fr. Declan or email dmcnicholas@stm-church.com.
Page 3Live-Streamed Masses Readings for Week of November 1
Watch daily Mass at St. Thomas More, live-streamed every day: Sunday: Rv 7:2-4, 9-14/Ps 24:1bc-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 [cf. 6]/1
Monday-Wednesday & Friday at 8:30 a.m. Jn 3:1-3/Mt 5:1-12a
Thursday at 9:00 a.m. Monday: Wis 3:1-9/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4,
Saturday at 8:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. 5, 6 [1]/Rom 5:5-11 or Rom
Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 6:3-9/Jn 6:37-40
Tuesday: Phil 2:5-11/Ps 22:26b-27,
Watch Masses through Facebook or via our parish 28- 30ab, 30c, 31-32 [26a]/Lk 14:15-24
website: www.stm-church.com (or on YouTube). Wednesday: Phil 2:12-18/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14 [1a]/Lk 14:25-33
Thursday: Phil 3:3-8a/Ps 105:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [3b]/Lk 15:1-10
Friday: Phil 3:17—4:1/Ps 122:1-2, 3-4ab, 4cd-5 [1]/Lk
Attending Weekend Masses Saturday:
16:1-8
Phil 4:10-19/Ps 112:1b-2, 5-6, 8a and 9/Lk 16:9-15
St. Thomas More is now offering a full Mass schedule. Before
Next Sunday: Wis 6:12-16/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [2b]/1 Thes
attending church, the CDC recommends checking to insure you do
4:13-18 or 4:13-14/Mt 25:1-13
not have a fever, cough, sore throat, headache or are short of breath.
If you have any of these symptoms, please stay home.
Ø Wear a face mask while in the church.
Ø Continue to leave immediately after Mass so that we can Feast of All Saints
disinfect/sanitize the church for the next Mass. I remember as a child the meticulousness my father would bring to a
task. Whether it be tending to a chore in the yard, repairing something,
Ø Continue to receive Communion in the hand. or painting a room, the tiniest of every detail demanded his attention.
He had great patience. I benefited greatly by his example and
remember these lessons well. We all need examples to follow. It is
P ray for the sick of our parish...
Joshua Alvarez Mary Ellen Gullicks Maria Novak
important to identity folks who excel at simple things and show us
how to do things well. There are those among us and those who have
gone before us who serve as these models and witnesses. They are
Margaret Amatulli Rosemarie Havran Steven Nowaczyk ordinary people who in their “extraordinary ordinariness” capture our
Doris Aurelio Amy Hayes Clare O’Brien attention and allow us to see things more clearly. These are the
Maria Aurelio Dick Hemingway Donna O’Connor prophets, martyrs, teachers, witnesses, heralds, and innovators who
Pete Bambic Marie Henke Danny Ogren bring a single- minded devotion to God to even the simplest of tasks
Antonio Belmonte Bertha Birdy Hernandez James Pancheri they perform. They have an openness to being used and become
Mary Berry Irma Hernandez Marty Pavlovic vessels of Divine justice, mercy, and presence. They call us to the
Michael Berry Marisol Hernandez Judith Peterson “more” of life and point us to the Gospel in all of its simplicity and
Michael Billedo Robert Hesek Johanna Petruch
Andrew Pieczyrak splendor. They remind us of the little ones of the Kingdom and the
Michael Blazevich Becky Hill
Laverne Blumka Joan Hoess Elizabeth Pilones values we all need to cultivate and possess. They are the poor in spirit,
Diane Bochnowski Charlotte Hunt Sylvester Porras the meek, the merciful, and the peacemaker who often are rejected not
Cheryl Bostrom Shirley Huskey Dennis Powell only by those who have far different agendas but by those you think
Linda Braun Betty Ingbretson Ronald Prus would welcome them. All of the saints in heaven and on earth form
Stephany Burney Joseph S. Iwan Rae Puntillo this cloud of witnesses who journey with us as we make our way
Kathleen Burns Steve Izzo Timothy Ribble through life. They offer us inspiration, wisdom, intercession, and
Paul Burns Elizabeth Jacob Jackie Roach
Ann Sardella support. They direct us toward true happiness and remind us that we
Dorothy Campbell Barbara Jamrose
James Campbell Stanley Jayjack George Sauer are all called to be saints. All it takes is desire, love, and fidelity. There
Peter Castro Kelly Jean Marie Schultz is much we can learn from the official saints of the church. Their
Janet Cattanach Kevin Karl Marianne Schwartz guidance is ever before us and ever with us. But there is also a lot to
Jacqueline Morrow Mark Kenney William Schwartz learn from the unofficial saints of the church. They sit beside us every
Christian Irene Kerps Zachery Scriff Sunday, are our neighbors and ordinary people we meet every day.
Joseph Clune James Klein, Sr. James Secviar Because of the devotedness of their faith, they remind us to keep
Willie Colby Janet Knight Jim Seul
Renee Shehan going, remain focused, and cultivate purpose and meaning, and give
Charlotte Conn Susan Kolodziej
Vincent Corsello Richard Komyatte Nick Skinner voice to those who have none. The inspiration is all around us.
Mike Curtain Gregory P. Koscielski Laurie Slazyk Pay attention to the details. Do what you do with great love. Know that
Valerie Czapkowicz Edward Kritzer Carolyn Smiley you are not alone.
Doris Dabrowski Crystal Kurek Deborah Stareck Believe that you can persevere. Have great faith.©LPi
Sarah Dalton Ed Lebryk Georgianne Suto
Alex Eiland Annika LeMonier Florence Stevens
Karen Esposito Chris LeMonier Carol Storey
Sherlon Evans Debbie LeMonier Rose Theis
Stewardship
Martha Fetzko Nicklas LeMonier Russ Thomas
James Fletcher Mike Lewis Gerardo Trevino
Heriberto Flores Kris Lisikiewicz David Trotman
REFLECTION
Maria Flores Jo Lisiniewicz Kathie Trudgian
John Forde Edward Liskiewicz Anthony Ubuane
Bonnie Gabrione Stanley Liskiewicz Tony Vanden Heuvel
Rich Gagliani Maria Lovell Raymond Vanderbok
Phyllis Garber Brady Martin James Wachel “Blessed are you u when they insult you and persecutete you and
Andrea Garritano Paul Martin Kathy Wachel utter every kind of evil against you (falsely) because of
o me ”
me.”
Margaret Geary Larkin McKenzie Marilyn (Vrabel) Warda M"##%'* 5:11
Emily Gibson Jacob Menclewicz Courtney Warner We are all at different points on the path to holiness, on getting to
Dorothy Gillespie Jenny Mendoza Mark Wein
Joan Glinski Faye Meny Ruth Williams Heaven and becoming a saint. Part of the journey is being mocked
Margaret Good Sandi Merlo Annette Wisniewski and ridiculed by others. When this happens, how do you respond?
Monica Gonzalez Erin Meyer Stephanie Wisniewski Do you become silent? Do you react in anger or do you react with
Howard Gralewski Ann Miskovich Bill Wisniewski love? Fortunately, as one Body of Christ, we are united with the
Margaret Gray Andrew Moll Dick Wright saints already in Heaven. Ask your favorite saint for guidance in
Susan Graff Genevieve Mrvan Josephine Zagrocki
Christine Greenberg Donna Nichols Cecilia Ziegler defending the Faith.
James Grunewald Jim Nolan Cody Ziemkowski
Page 4The Pastor’s Page
MERRILLVILLE – The Diocese of Gary, along with the other AIR EXCHANGE IN CHURCH AND SCHOOL
four dioceses in the State of Indiana, is extending the One of the things that some people worry about as the
dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass and weather turns cold is the exchange of air in our enclosed
Holy Days of Obligation until further notice. The full joint buildings. We have heard that COVID-19 can spread more
statement released today is as follows: in spaces that do not exchange air well.
“While commending our pastors and pastoral life I want to assure you that, because of our recent capital
coordinators who have gone to great lengths to assure safe improvement project, we have more than the required air
worship spaces in our churches, given the continued flow and fresh air flow going through our worship spaces as
increase of Covid-19 cases in our state, the Indiana bishops well as our classrooms and other areas of our school and
hereby extend the dispensation from the obligation to attend parish buildings. We are very fortunate that we addressed
Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of obligation beyond 1 those issues a few years ago when we had the HVAC
November 2020 until further notice. The Indiana bishops system totally replaced.
will continue to monitor the situation to determine when it You can rest assured that you are coming into a safe
might be advisable to modify or lift the dispensation.” space when you come to Mass. The church is sanitized
between each Mass, the air flow is good, and if you are
Most Rev. Robert J. McClory, Bishop of Gary, stated that wearing your masks — and wearing them the way they are
he is pleased with the very good work that local parishes designed to be worn: over your mouth and nose — you
have done to practice social distancing and employ safety should be fine.
protocols, allowing the faithful to return to public Mass. Those who are immunocompromised and feel unsafe
“I’m grateful that all our parishes are open for public have a dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass until
worship and committed to keeping our churches safe for further notice.
gathering,” explained Bishop McClory. “Over the last six
months, our parishes have followed safety protocols
recommended by public health officials and designed for the ELECTIONS ARE COMING UP
public celebration of Mass, including face coverings, social Election Day is this Tuesday. Some have already availed
distancing, and enhanced sanitizing. I commend our themselves of the opportunity to vote early. Whether you
pastors, pastoral staff and volunteers who have gone to voted early or you vote on Election Day, you most definitely
great lengths to assure the safety of the faithful as they should vote.
worship in our churches. “In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is
a virtue; participation in the political process is a
“I encourage those who have not returned to Mass
moral obligation. All believers are called to faithful
recently, to contact their local parish to ask questions and
citizenship, to become informed, active, and
learn how well the various safety protocols have been
responsible participants in the political process. This
working over these last six months.”
dual calling of faith and citizenship is at the heart of
Bishop McClory explained that in the climate of the what it means to be a Catholic in the United States.”
pandemic, each person must prayerfully consider his or her United States Conference of Catholic Bishops,
individual situation and that the continued dispensation is a Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship
helpful measure since some of the faithful may still find it
difficult to fulfill the obligation during this time.
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
“Being dispensed from the obligation to attend Sunday
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Mass does not mean people should stay away from church
or fail to keep holy the Lord’s Day. Those who are not able If your cursor finds a menu item
to attend Sunday Mass in person should consider how they followed by a dash,
will honor the Lord’s Day,” the bishop encouraged. “It is the And the double-clicking icon
Catholic tradition that Sunday is also kept holy by refraining puts your window in the trash,
from work, increasing our love of the Lord and extending And your data is corrupted
charity to others through prayer and service.” 'cause the index doesn't hash,
The bishop invites the faithful to join their parish Then your situation's hopeless,
community for Sunday Mass, in person, or spiritually, noting and your system's gonna crash!
that most parishes offer livestream coverage of Sunday
Mass (for a listing: www.dcgary.org).
Bishop McClory emphasized that he and local pastors
continue to hold Northwest Indiana in prayer, offering to
pray for any specific request through the diocesan website
(www.dcgary.org) or by email pray@dcgary.org.
PLEASE REMEMBER THEM
Please pray for the priests and deacons who
have served the Diocese of Gary so faithfully
and whose anniversaries of death are this
week:
November 5: Msgr. Timothy F. Doody (2004)
November 7: Msgr. Joseph J. Viater (1996)
Page 5St. Vincent De Paul Society
Religious “The children are our future!”
If this is true, the children of
Education
St. Thomas More School’s actions
indicate we have a lot to look
forward to!
Each month, St. Thomas More
Religious Education Classes School holds a food drive to assist
the St. Vincent de Paul Society in
The Religious Education Program is holding classes remotely for feeding the less fortunate. What a
the first semester of the school year and will re-evaluate the fine example of doing as Christ
situation with hopes of resuming in-person classes in 2021. taught us—to feed the hungry!
For questions about our Religious Education program, contact We would like to thank the students, their parents and their teachers
Director Emily Hackett at ehackett@stm-school.com. for their generous support!
Items Needed for Our Pantry:
Peanut Butter Pasta Sauce Canned Green Beans/Corn
Stewardship Thoughts Jelly Rice Canned Fruit
Cake Mixes Boxed Potatoes Toothbrushes
God's Providence & Frosting Meal Helpers Toothpaste
Stewardship Jell-O Pork & Beans Shampoo
The following are good Pancake Mix Canned Meat/Fish Dish Soap
reminders from Syrup Mac & Cheese Toilet Paper
Matthew Kelly’s book, Pasta/Noodles Cereal Laundry Detergent
"The Four Signs of a
Dynamic Catholic": Please check the expiration dates before donating. To learn
• "Do you trust God will provide for you? Intellectually and more about SVDP please call Terry at (219) 836-8610.
theologically it is easy to say yes, but practically, we prefer
not to have to rely on God."
• "When we place our wants before our neighbor's needs we Altar Linens: Launderer Needed
abandon our post as stewards." St. Thomas More parish is in need of a launderer for
If you are not a part of a Ministry at St. Thomas More altar linens: simple, flat ironing required only two times per
Church, please consider joining and sharing with others. year. If you can help, please call the Parish Office.
BE A PARTNER IN CHRIST’S WORK
Have You Made Your Contribution to CSA?
It’s Not Too Late to be Partner in Christ’s Work by Supporting CSA 2020!
The programs, services and ministries supported by CSA serve the needs of others in the
Di
Diocese of Gary and throughout the Universal Church. For your convenience, the Catholic
Se
Services Appeal accepts credit card payments. For details on how gifts are used, or to make
a gift online: https://dcgary.org/csa.
Or complete the form below & mail to the Diocese or drop-off at St. Thomas More.
Catholic Services Appeal serves
Lake, Porter, LaPorte &Starke
Counties by providing funds these
hese
se PLEDGE FORM Mail or make a gift online, visit www.dcgary.org/csa
sa
important ministries
stries & programs
amss:
Catholic Charities Parish ___________________________________ Total Pledge: $____________ Return to:
(Can dad de Promesa) (devuelva:)
Other-Abled Ministry City______________________________________________ Paid Now: $____________ Diocese of Gary
Marriage & Family Ministry (Pagado ahora) P.O. Box 10160
Pro-Life Initiatives Balance: $____________ Merrillville, IN 46411
Safe Environment Program First Name:_________________________________ (Saldo a pagar)
(Primer Nombre)
Priestly On-Going Formation
My Employer Matches Gi!s
Priest Pension Program Last Name:_________________________________
Religious Retirement Support (Apellido) Check enclosed — Check #________________________
Checks payable to: Catholic Services Appeal
Haiti Partnership Initiatives Spouse:____________________________________
Catholic Education Assistance (Esposo/Esposa) Charge my credit card:
(Carga mi tarjeta de crédito:)
Evangelization Projects Address:___________________________________
Faith Formation Programs (Domicilio) One Time $___________ Monthly $___________
Youth & Young Adult Ministry __________________________________________ (Donación única) (Mensual)
Intercultural Ministries City:___________________ State:____ Zip:_______ Acct #: __________________________________________
Seminarian Education (Ciudad) (Estado) (Código Postal) (Numero de cuenta)
Lay Ecclesial Ministry Email:_____________________________________ Exp Date: _________________CSV:________________
Diaconate Formation (Correo Electrónico) (Fecha de expiración) MM/YY Last 3 digits on back of card
Los úl mos 3 digitos en la parte posterior de la tarjeta)
Communication & Technology Phone:____________________________________ Signature:________________________________________
(Número De Teléfono)
(Firma)
Page 6November 1, 2020
St. Thomas More School
St. Thomas
St Th More School dedicated last week to
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healthy living as the school participated in
Red Ribbon Week.
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discourage the use of these harmful substances. es.
To make thesthese important lessons more fun for students, STMS
highlighted each day with a special theme. Students and staff
embraced the week’s events in a big way. Themes included:
“Wake Up Drug Free and Follow Your Dreams” Pajama Day
“Think of All You Can Be When You Stay Drug Free” Career Day
“Staying Healthy & Drug Use Don’t Match” Mismatch Day
“You Have the Power to Say No to Drugs” Super Hero Day
Te Up Against Drugs” Sports Team Day
“Team
“Drugs are Scary” Halloween Costume Day
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participated
part
pa rtic in the local Red Ribbon Week Poster er
Contest, coordinated by Munster Police Officer,
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Pa ge 7ACT Service Project Needs You! Automated Contributions
The St. Thomas More ACT (Active Catholic Teens) group is We pray for the safety & good health of you and your family
working on a service project to assemble care packages for the during this pandemic.
residents of St. Anthony Nursing Home and they need your help! Our staff is working hard to maintain facilities, serve our
Donations will be accepted parishioners, keep up with our school/parish technological needs
until November 13th and teach our students, all thanks to your generous contributions.
in the Parish Office or in box If you can, please make your continued offering
labeled “ACT” in back of church. contributions to St. Thomas More to support our parish!
Packages will be assembled by ACT Mail/Drop-Off Your Contribution: Drop-off at Parish Office
at next meeting: November 15 or mail: 8501 Calumet Avenue, Munster, IN 46321.
Weis Center • 6:00-8:00 p.m. Make a Payment Online:
Donations Requested: Donate online through our parish website by using PayPal/debit/
credit card: http://www.stm-church.com/. Go to “Donate” button in
Hand Sanitizer Crosswords Puzzles Empty Shoeboxes “Virtual Offering” section.
Toiletries Candy/Snacks Small Religious Items Set-Up Automated Payment:
Sudoku Books (individually wrapped) (Rosary, prayer cards) Instruction/forms on parish website: http://www.stm-church.com/
Lanyards Face Masks Monetary Donations Questions? Contact Mike Gutchewsky: (219) 836-9151, ext. 2339
or mgutchewsky@stm-church.com or
Thank you so much, in advance, for your support and prayers! Noreen Bickel: (219) 836-8610, #2330 nbickel@stm-church.com
STM Career Andrean High School Events
Networking Group Zoom Niner Night
Andrean High School invites families to join Zoom Niner Night
Wednesday, November 18 at 7:00 p.m. Talk with students, par-
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 ents & faculty. Complete pre-registration at andreanhs.org/rsvp/
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 pm and a link will be sent to you prior to the event.
Schedule Your Shadow Day Now!
Differentiate Yourself in This Contact Director of Enrollment Management, Mr. Jim Nohos, at
219.887.5959 ext. 260 or jnohos@andreanhs.com to schedule
Competitive Market your visit today! Questions? Give Jim Nohos a call.
No matter where you are in your career or job search, this session Apply Today!
will help you differentiate yourself as a candidate in this
Andrean invites you to apply online now: andreanhs.org/apply.
competitive market. Learn how to leverage job search sites.
Entrance Exam:
Presented by: Kaitlyn Garney Saturday, November 21, 2020, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Account Executive for Glassdoor—Chicago
Glassdoor is the 2nd Largest Job Board in the U.S.
Please wear a mask & observe social distancing practices!
Where: STM Weis Center • 8635 Calumet • Munster
When: The 2nd Wednesday of Every Month
Time: 7:00 p.m.– 8:30 p.m.
Email: STMCareerGroup@gmail.com Walking with Purpose:
A Modern Woman’s Guide to the Bible
Regular Meetings are Free! Open to All! Join us & discover the relevance of Old & New Testament filled
For those who are unemployed (in transition), new to the job
market, employed but changing careers or those who can offer with wisdom for our daily challenges. Learn how to manage
employment opportunities through their current professional life’s pace & pressure while living with calm & steadiness. Reg-
connections. Have your cover letter, resume or thank you critiqued. ister by November 7. Classes start November 8. 22-lesson study
with 2 class times to choose from. To register: www.dcgary.org
or call 219-769-9292 ex 259 or follow direct link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?
Positions at St. Thomas More oeidk=a07ehcxutct3dad5a88&llr=auyfgkvab&showPage=true
Evening Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
STM Parish is looking for a part-time evening & Saturday Food & Clothing Giveaway
(occasional daytime) receptionist. Responsibilities: welcoming November 21 from 10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
visitors/callers, providing admin-related office services to staff / Lucy Perz, STM parishioner, is once again organizing a food &
parishioners. Must have proficient computer skills & at least 3 clothing giveaway for those in need. Drop non-perishable food
years’ experience as receptionist/admin assistant. Proficiency in MS & gently used clothing at 1925 Fisher Street in Munster or call
Office a must; experience with Parish Data Systems & QuickBooks, (219) 838-6602 or (219) 381-4670 to arrange pick-up.
a plus. Send cover letter & resume (email below). The need is great this year; please help if you can.
Part-Time Custodian
Responsibilities: cleaning offices & restrooms and event Christmas Open House at The Shrine
set-ups for church & school. Must have cleaning experience The Shrine of Christ’s Passion Gift Shoppe Christmas Open
(commercial setting), able various types of floor machines, read & House: Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 8. Daily from
follow directions, and have reliable transportation w/ valid driver’s 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Begin your Christmas shopping & find
license. Evenings/some weekends. great deals ($20 Shrine Gift Card with qualifying $100 pur-
To apply: jobopenings@stm-school.com or in person at the STM chase). Door prizes, Fontanini Nativity Raffle and big savings!
Parish Office: 8501 Calumet • Munster, IN 46321
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Crown Point Merrillville Schererville Valparaiso
662-2264 769-7447 322-8552 462-3537
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Companion Care
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Patricia McCoy Masonry Work Parishioner Discount Call Rod
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telephone
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MTC - My Transportation Company • Auto Body Repair
MARK T. CAMARENA • Parishioner
Text or call 219.487.8344 • Mechanical Service
We’ll drive you door to door.
website: mtc.me • email: mtc@mtc.me govertauto.com
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Men of St. Thomas More...
We need you!
Msgr. Weis
Knights of Columbus
Jim Kaczka, Financial Secretary
(219) 201-0335
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• Kathleen M. Walsh, Attorney (A Pg) • Gluth Bros. Roofing Co., Inc. (C Pg)
• Kenneth M. Wilk, Attorney At Law (A Pg) Handyman Services (B Pg)
• Kraz Construction (A Pg)
• Kusiak Roofing/Construction (D Pg)
AUTOMOTIVE • Leary’s Carpets & Floors (A Pg)
• Bosak Chrysler/Bosak Honda (D Pg) • No Job Too Small (C Pg)
• Govert Auto Body (A Pg) • Rauer Plumbing Inc. (C Pg)
• Rick’s Appliance Service (C Pg)
FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS / ACCOUNTING • Rogers Roofing (D Pg)
• American Community Bank (A Pg) • T&K Masonry Inc. (D Pg)
• Vanderheide’s Glass & Mirror (C Pg)
FOOD AND DRINK
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• Ciao Bella Ristorante (C Pg) • Allstate (D Pg)
• Les Cafe Pancake House (D Pg) • Senior Care Insurance Service (C Pg)
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• Ivy Tech (C Pg)
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• Kish Funeral & Cremation Services (A Pg) • Lansing Cleaners (D Pg)
• Math Tutoring – Karen B. (A Pg)
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