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Welcome to Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Catholic Church
Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 19, 2021
~ Our Mission Statement ~
We, the Roman Catholic Parish of Annunciation of the
Blessed Virgin Mary, joyfully worship together to give
praise, honor and glory to Almighty God. We are called
by the Holy Spirit to proclaim and to live the gospel
message through the sacraments and to spread the
message of Jesus Christ by living out the example of
God’s power in our lives.
THE MEANING OF DISCIPLESHIP
The geography of today’s Gospel is significant. Jesus is
completing his ministry in Galilee and beginning his
journey to Jerusalem, where he will meet both death and
resurrection. The prediction of his death placed here is
the second of three in Mark’s Gospel, and as usual it is
the occasion for an important teaching on the part of
Jesus. Today that lesson is tied to the need for his disci-
ples to embrace a ministry of service. A play on words
in Aramaic would have linked the words “child” and
“servant,” thus turning Jesus’ gesture of placing a child
in their midst into an illustration of his understanding of
himself as the Servant of the Lord. It is that same aware-
ness of the meaning of their ministry that Jesus (and
Mark) wishes to instill in the disciples. Theirs must be a
ministry of service if they are to follow in the footsteps
of Jesus. And that service might even require of them
that they be “handed over” to death. What would have
been—in the culture of Jesus’ day—an ordinary discus-
sion of social status (“who is the greatest”) becomes in
Mark’s context a key insight into the meaning of disci-
pleship for the disciples and for us.
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Adoration will be on Friday, October 1, af-
ter the 8:00am Mass until 4:00pm.
Parish News & Events Please note:
Let us pray for those members of our parish who are sick and suffering
Due to the government legislation regarding
Anna Adams Evelyn Essling Mark Phillips
patient privacy, names of people to be prayed
Bill Aloisio James Frick Ken Podsiadlik
for at Mass or in the Bulletin can be listed
Brianna Barkei Bartholomew Hansen Kathy Rapp
only if that person, or, in the case of their
Emily Benoit Mark Huettner Janice Rippinger
incapacitation, the person delegated to their
Jeannine Bonifas Susie Hughes Norb Rozanski
medical care, calls the parish office to give
Martin Brosas Ernie Jaeger Rudolph Schlecht
permission. The above also pertains to the
Don Brummel Jacqueline Lehy Geri Smith
Sacrament of The Anointing of the Sick.
Tina Buonauro Millie Lober Joann Tull
Diane Ciesielski Carrie Mitchell Jack Watson
Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary will
Joseph Ciesielski Joan Morrissey Wayne Weiler
continue to pray for all the sick and suffering,
Mary Aloisio Cummings Joe Pascolini Linda White
even if unable to list by name.
Mary Beth Erickson Linda Pattermann Gregory Zajicek
Let us pray for those members of our parish who are sick and suffering.
If you would like a visit from Fr. Patrick, please call the parish office at 630-851-1436 to schedule a visit.
We pray for the Repose of the Soul of Alan Krumweide.
Our parish has joined a Catholic website called FORMED. This website is loaded with articles, videos,
eBooks, and much more—all of which are thoroughly Catholic. You simply go to this website: https://
formed.org (This is a secure site, which is why there is an “s” in the address). Once there, there will be a spot
to enter our parish access code, which is 6MMWKC. We have unlimited access to everything on the site. I
hope that you take advantage of this site, and pray that it will be beneficial to you.
Fr. Patrick
Stewardship Sunday, September 12
Thank you for supporting Annunciation Parish.
Sunday, September 5
5:15pm $1,492.00
7:30am $1,312.00
5:15pm $933.00
8:45am $865.00
7:30am $3,408.00
10:00am $925.00
8:45am $1,655.00
11:30am $443.00
10:00am $753.00
Envelopes mailed in to the office: $90.00
11:30am $695.00
Total: $5,127.00
Envelopes mailed in to the office: $1.360.00
Total: $8,804.00
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Pastor’s Letter
Dear brothers and sisters,
Over the next few weeks and months—or, at least by the end of the year—I
would like to get started on two major projects. The interior of the church will be
getting a much-needed painting, and all of the kneelers will be either repaired, or replaced; it will
be a lengthy process.
I wanted to hold off on these projects, because the pandemic has taken a toll on our ordinary in-
come—I’m sure you’ve noticed, by the tallies in the bulletins. However, it looks like this health cri-
sis won’t end any time soon. So, we need to move forward with these projects.
There will obviously be some disruption of Masses, but, considering all that we’ve been through at
the height of the pandemic, we can handle anything!
On another note, on the weekend of the 25th and 26th, we will have a second collection for the Dio-
cese of Maiduguri, in Nigeria. We normally have a missionary priest come out—as is the tradi-
tion every year—but, due to the pandemic, we will simply take up a second collection for that dio-
cese. This will fulfill our annual missionary appeal, as required by the Diocese of Rockford.
If you would like to read up on the Diocese of Maiduguri, you can visit the following website:
https://nigeriacatholicnetwork.com/diocese/maiduguri-diocese. I will also have information about
the diocese on the bookcases in church.
Thank you and God bless.
Father Patrick
Please consult the bulletin for deadlines, if you would like something in the bulletin. The usual deadline for
things in the bulletin is MONDAY, BY NOON, unless otherwise stated. Please send the item/article that you
would like to see in the bulletin to Mary at annunciationbvm-aurora@rockforddiocese.org or
mglosson@rockforddiocese.org. If it is a document, please make sure that it is created in Word. If it is a pic-
ture, please make sure that it is in black and white. Also, if you would like something announced at any or
all of the weekend Masses, please email Mary at annunciationbvm-aurora@rockforddiocese.org, or
mglosson@rockforddiocese.org, no later than WEDNESDAY EVENING, BY 4:00PM. If you would like
both an announcement and a bulletin item/article, please send two separate emails, one for the announce-
ment, one for the bulletin item/article. Finally, if anyone needs to use the church, or the parish patio or
basement, please call Mary for the availability of these areas.
Pro Life
Rediscovering Your Catholic Faith
From September 22 to October 31, you’re invit-
ed to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life From the Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic
– 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to Church
abortion. You’re also invited to stand and SECTION TWO: The Seven Sacraments of the Church
peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the
public right-of-way outside Planned CHAPTER ONE: The Sacraments of Christian Initiation
Parenthood, 3051 E. New York Ave, Aurora The Sacrament of the Eucharist
and also to help spread the word about this im- 293. When is it possible to give Holy Communion to other
portant community outreach. If you’d like more Christians?
information – and especially if you’d like to Catholic ministers may give Holy Communion licitly to mem-
bers of the Oriental Churches which are not in full commun-
volunteer to help, please look online at ion with the Catholic Church whenever they ask for it on their
www.40daysforlife.com/en/aurora, or, you can own will and possess the required dispositions. Catholic min-
contact Trish Theriault at trisht- isters may licitly give Holy Communion to members of other
ecclesial communities only if, in grave necessity, they ask for
ee54@yahoo.com, or call her at 630 957 8020 it of their own will, possess the required dispositions, and give
evidence of holding the Catholic faith regarding the sacrament.
Blood Drive 294. Why is the Eucharist a “pledge of future glory”?
The Eucharist is a pledge of future glory because it fills us
with every grace and heavenly blessing. It fortifies us for our
The blood drive will be from 8:00am to 1:00pm, pilgrimage in this life and makes us long for eternal life. It
on Saturday, October 30, with further details to unites us already to Christ seated at the right hand of the Fa-
follow. Thank you! ther, to the Church in heaven and to the Blessed Virgin and all
the saints.
In the Eucharist, we “break the one bread that pro-
vides the medicine of immortality, the antidote for
death and the food that makes us live forever in Jesus
Christ.” (Saint Ignatius of Antioch)
CHAPTER TWO: The Sacraments of Healing
295. Why did Christ institute the Sacraments of Penance
and the Anointing of the Sick?
Christ, the physician of our soul and body, instituted these
sacraments because the new life that he gives us in the sacra-
ments of Christian initiation can be weakened and even lost
because of sin. Therefore, Christ willed that his Church
should continue his work of healing and salvation by means of
these two sacraments.
The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation
296. What is the name of this sacrament?
It is Called the sacrament of Penance, the sacrament of Recon-
ciliation, the sacrament of Forgiveness, the sacrament of Con-
fession, and the sacrament of Conversion.
Why is there a sacrament of Reconciliation after Baptism?
Since the new life of grace received in Baptism does not abol-
ish the weakness of human nature nor the inclination to sin
(That is, concupiscence), Christ instituted this sacrament for
the conversion of the baptized who have been separated from
him by sin.
School News St. Joseph Church is hosting a Craft & Vendor Sale
On November 20 from 9-3pm
We have applications available from
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FEAST OF FAITH
Doxology and Amen
“Doxology” comes from a Greek word meaning “words of
praise.” The Eucharistic Prayer ends with a doxology addressed
to the triune God: “Through him, with him, in him, in the unity
of the Holy Spirit, all glory and honor is yours, almighty Father,
for ever and ever.” It is an exclamation of praise, honor, and
glory to God, reminding us that we receive everything from God
through the Son, in the power of the Spirit. At the consecration,
the priest held up the host and then the chalice for us to see and
adore. During the doxology, the host and chalice are held up
again, but this time they are held up and offered to God the Fa-
ther. With the doxology, the Eucharistic Prayer ends, as it be-
Tradition of Excellence $25,000 Raffle gan, with words of praise addressed to the Father: truly, it is
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charistic Prayer.
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are $100 each and ONLY 625 Tickets will be sold. The
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tion@annunciationbvm.orgHELP WANTED – Annunciation Adult Choir!
It’s been a long and lonely 18 months-worth of changes and alterations to our music program at Annunciation, but it looks like
Our Lord has given us the opportunity to revive and improve our sacred music at Mass and other Liturgical events.
We have a great core of helpful singers, some with extensive experience, others singing along-side these singers and all doing
this for the greater honor and glory of God. To continue this, WE NEED YOUR HELP! After this much time off it is similar
to starting anew. We are looking for additional members who have had at least some time with a choir in high school, church or
beyond.
The Choir is under the direction of Dick Gardner who has been Choir Director and Director of Music at Annunciation since
1972. He was mentored by Marian May who led the Choir and accompanied the congregation for 50+ years, and her mother
and father before that. Is there some tradition here?
Rehearsals begin Tuesday, September 21st at 7:00pm in the Church and continue every Tuesday for 60-to-90 minutes.
Our first contribution to the Liturgy will be Sunday, October 3rd at the 10:00am Mass and every Sunday thereafter. Call Mary
Glosson at the Rectory for information at (630) 851-1436, or Dick Gardner at (630) 851-8422.
Please prayerfully consider committing some valuable time to making our music deepen our parish family’s response to the
Liturgy, and Keep the Tradition of Music Alive at Annunciation!
MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, September 20
6:30am The intention of Mike and Bonnie Konnick
8:00am †Margaret Driscoll
Tuesday, September 21
6:30am Our Parish Family
8:00am †Peggy Sansonetti by Jim Gibbons
Thank you to all the parishioners who donated to this Wednesday, September 22
month's food drive. The donation tables on the rectory 6:30am Our Parish Family
porch were overflowing with food. Your generosity is
much appreciated. Thursday, September 23
6:30am †Jacob Dax Founded Mass
8:00am †Elaine Heintz by Friends of the Family
The next Annunciation food collection weekend will be Friday, September 24
October 9 and 10, 2021. Please bring your non-perishable 6:30am Our Parish Family
donations to the rectory porch during that weekend and 8:00am †Don Essling by Marilyn Franck
place in the food collection boxes. Please do not leave
food in the church. Also, please check the dates on the Saturday, September 25
items donated. 8:00am †Dolores Allison by Tom Gallenbach Family
5:15pm Living & Deceased Members of the Seppell
Suggested items tor donation: canned vegetables, Family
canned meats, pasta and sauce, rice, beans, soups.
Sunday, September 26
7:30am †Tony Aloisio by Aloisio Family
Our Parish Family
Thank you so much for your support and generosity. 8:45am †Fr. Bernard by Mark & Sue Vlakancic &
Family
10:00am †John A. Hettinger, Jr. by The Family
11:30am †Phil Rippinger by The FamilyParish Office
1820 Church Road, Aurora, IL 60505 Anointing of the Sick:
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12:00 and 1:00-4:00pm; Whenever someone is seriously ill, hospitalized, or is dy-
Friday: 8:30-12:00. ing, please contact the parish office immediately.
Phone: 630-851-1436
Fax: 630-851-2435 Communion for the Sick: Please call the parish office.
RE Fax: 630-851-3294
Cemetery Fax: 630-851-3066 Adoration: Is normally celebrated on the first Friday of the
Email: annunciationbvm-aurora@rockforddiocese.org month, after the 8:00 Mass, with Liturgy of the Word and
pgillmeyer@rockforddiocese.org Benediction at 4pm.
mglosson@rockforddiocese.org
mfletcher@rockforddiocese.org Bulletin Deadline:
Website: annunciationchurchbvm.org If you would like something placed in the bulletin, please
Facebook: facebook.com/annunciationbvmchurch email the parish office by noon Monday at
annunciationbvm-aurora@rockforddiocese.org.
Parish Staff
Pastor………………………..Rev. Patrick Gillmeyer, OSB Announcements:
Deacons...Rev. Mr. Mike Giblin, Rev. Mr. Domenic Petitti, Announcements are due in the church office by Thursday
Rev. Mr. Kenneth Gay noon.
Business Manager…………………………...Mary Glosson
RE Secretary.…………….…………..…Melissa Francisco Catholic Men In The World Today:
Cemetery Secretary………………………….Jane Cebulski Meets every Saturday morning at 6:30am in the Parish Pa-
Religious Ed. Director………………………Mark Fletcher tio. For information on who we are and what we do, please
Director of Music…………………………….Dick Gardner email us at annmensgroup@aol.com.
Head Organist…………………………………...Bob Kresz
Facilities Manager…………………..……….Manny Juarez The Knights of Columbus Council 736: meets on the sec-
Email: mjuarez@rockforddiocese.org Cell: 630.538.2368 ond Monday of the month at 8:00pm. For contact infor-
mation and calendar of events, go to the council website at:
Annunciation BVM School knightsofcolumbusil.org/council736.
1840 Church Road, Aurora, IL 60505
Phone: 630-851-4300 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults:
Website: annunciationbvm.org If you are an adult who would like to be baptized; or was
Principal…………………………………Beth Cunningham baptized in the Catholic Church as an infant, but did not
Assistant Principal………………………...Heather Ruffalo receive the Sacraments of Holy Communion or Confirma-
Administrative Assistant……….……………..Patti Brouch tion; or are interested in becoming Catholic; we would like
you to consider our RCIA program. For more information,
please contact Mary at 630-851-1436.
We Welcome You!
We welcome you to our parish and our community. If you Mass Schedule (Unless Otherwise Announced or Stated
would like to become a member of Annunciation of the Elsewhere):
Blessed Virgin Mary Church, please contact the parish of-
fice 630-851-1436 to register. Adult children of current Weekend:
members are also encouraged to register. Saturday: 5:15pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 8:45am, 10:00am, 11:30am
Baptism: Weekdays (School in session):
Please contact the parish office to schedule. Normally bap- M. T. Th. F.: 6:30am, 8:00am
tisms take place on Sunday afternoons, after the last Mass. Wed.: 8:45am
Sat.: 8:00am
The Sacrament of Reconciliation: Weekdays (School not in session):
Saturday…..4:00-4:45pm, or you may call the parish office
M.—F.: 6:30am, 8:00am (Rosary prayed before 8:00am
for an appointment. Mass)
Sat.: 8:00am
Marriage: Holy Days of Obligation (School in session):
The bride, groom, or either of their parents must be regis-
tered, contributing members of the parish. Weddings must 6:30am, 8:00am, 11:00am, and 7:00pm,
only on the Holy Day itself (Unless otherwise
be scheduled no less than six months out in order to fulfill announced or stated).
the diocesan marriage preparation requirements. If there Holy Days of Obligation (School not in session):
were any previous marriages that were not annulled by the
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