From the School…
So rapidly the current school year is coming to a close. It seems only a short time ago when we opened the doors to welcome new friends and families. This year has been a remarkable success at SKS. From increased enrollment, financial stability, superb test scores, upgrades in the facility, winning athletic teams and improving our technology, (more…)
From the Religious Education Office…
Two weeks ago, my husband and I fought back tears as we watched our daughter, Amanda, graduate Magna cum Laude from Dominican University in River Forest. It was a wonderful day, and we took great delight in recognizing Amanda’s friends as they received their degrees. Also graduating with honors that day was Corinne Zimmerman, my daughter’s co-valedictorian here at St. Kieran in 2004. What an interesting journey these two young women have had. Both transferred into St. Kieran School mid-way through grade school, leaving behind schools that had not (more…)
Win a pair of Southwest Airline Tickets!
Southwest Airlines has an incredible Tickets for Time program, that offers employees the opportunity to receive roundtrip airline tickets based on volunteer hours at non-profit organizations such as St. Kieran School! The Goodman Family (parishioners) have donated to SKS, (2) round trip, Southwest Airlines Tickets to anywhere in the Continental US that Southwest Airlines flies. The tickets are valid until April, 2013. For $10.00 a raffle ticket, you can enter the drawing to win the pair of Southwest Airlines Tickets. There are 3 raffle tickets in the bulletin. Buy one… buy all…. and return purchased tickets along with the money to the school office or in the collection basket. The drawing will take place on Friday, June 1st. Good Luck!!!
A View from the Rectory Office…
The weather has been beautiful! It has been a little rainy, perhaps, but perfect for growing things and sprucing up the campus. Many of you have, of course, seen the little bit of landscaping work that has been done in front of the Rectory Office to the “Father Dan Flens” rose garden and the planting bed (more…)
Congratulations and Salutations to…
…Michelle Longo and Thomas Ryan, Seniors at Marian Catholic High School, on being named Illinois State Scholars! Your Parish Family is proud of you!
Donations to our St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box
Our sincere gratitude for your very generous donations to our St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box. The money will be wisely used to help our needy families. Without caring people like you, we would not be able to continue to serve those in need.
May God bless you and your families.
From the Religious Education Office…
When I was in my late twenties, living in southern California, I attended several events at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove. Some of you will probably recognize the name as Rev. Robert Schuller’s church. The message delivered at the events I attended was quite different than the message I had been hearing all my life in the Catholic Church. The word “empowered” was used quite a bit, and for the first time in my life, (more…)
Congratulations & Salutations to…
Lauren Snyder, 8th Grade R.E. student, selected as the 2012 Women’s Club Scholarship recipient!
Dennis Kelly, SKS ‘04, on being selected in the 5th round of the NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles!
Michael & McKenzie Aldana, 6th grade R.E. students, who received Holy Eucharist for the first time on Sunday, April 29, along with the 2nd grade students!
May Crowning is May 13th during 10am Mass
All of our school and Religious Education students are invited to be a part of the procession. Those wishing to participate should attend the Mass and assemble in the vestibule after communion for the ceremony. For more information please contact Teri Klopp, 708-754-0484.
Debbie Linde – St. Kieran Woman of the Year!
At the Woman of the Year Luncheon, held on April 21 at Flossmoor Country Club, Debbie Linde was honored as the 2012 St. Kieran Women’s Club Woman of the Year.
Please join us in congratulating her!
From the Religious Education Office…
Dear Friends,
Next Sunday, April 29, 2012, our First Eucharist students will receive Holy Communion for the first time at the Noon Mass. Please keep them and their families in your prayers as they complete their last week of preparation for this important Sacrament. Also, remember to welcome them into Communion with you, their parish brothers and sisters. All are welcome to attend.
Teri Klopp
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St. Kieran Women’s Club Proudly Presents…
Woman of the Year Luncheon & Fashion Show
Saturday, April 21, 2012 (more…)
A Big Pasta Dinner Thank You!
Father Joe, and the Pasta Dinner Committee-(Bill Barker, Ray and Charleen Brower, Natalee Cuti, Bill Dillon, Hank and Deloris Dewey, Matt Gornick, Lynn Hume, Gene LaBelle, Debbie Linde, Terry Mazzocca, Tony Simone) wish to thank (more…)
Keep it Under Your Hat…
St. Kieran Women’s Club Proudly Presents…
Woman of the Year Luncheon & Fashion Show
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Flossmoor Country Club (more…)
Parish Pasta Dinner is Sunday, April 1
Parish Pasta Dinner is Sunday, April 1 (PALM SUNDAY) at 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. $7 per person ($9 at the door) • $4 per child aged 6 – 12 • Children under 6 years of age are free. Enjoy pasta, meatballs, salad, dessert and beverage. Tickets will be available for sale after all masses this weekend. You may also visit the Rectory Office to purchase tickets during the week.
Special Announcement!
Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord:
I know that many have been anxiously awaiting news of who will be the next pastor of St. Kieran. I have received news that Cardinal George has appointed Father John Siemianowski as your new pastor; I am sure that many of you are acquainted with Fr. John already. He’s been here helping out with the celebration of Mass, hearing confessions and the like. He is the pastor of St. Agnes Parish. He will continue in that capacity while also assuming the responsibilities of pastor here at St. Kieran. Father John will be moving from St. Agnes to the rectory sometime in June. Please keep the parishioners of parishes, St. Agnes and Kieran, Father John and me in your prayers during this period of transition.
Yours in the Lord Jesus
Father Joe
From the School…
Dear Parishioners,
Spring is coming and it is time to register at St. Kieran School for the next school year. As we continue to grow and excel, it is imperative we continue to recruit new families and grow our enrollment. I promise you the investment in your children’s future at SKS will pay off handsomely down (more…)
From the Religious Education Office…
Dear Friends,
Saturday, March 24, our First Eucharist Class of 2012 will gather, with their parents, for a Retreat. Parents and students are to be here by 9:00a.m. that day. We will start with an opening prayer, followed by a presentation from Fr. Joe, and a (more…)
Palm Crosses on Sale Now!
These lovely crosses are a great way to memorialize those we have lost. Cost is $13 each. Orders are due to the school office by Tuesday, March 20. The palm crosses will be available for pick-up on March 30. Order forms are available in the school office or church vestibule.
2012 St. Kieran Easter Flower Sale
The St. Kieran Arts & Environment Committee has organized a Spring Flower Sale to give parishioners the opportunity to honor a loved one at Easter. Spring bulb plants, such as lilies, hyacinths, and tulips, will decorate our Church for the Easter Season. A list of honorees will appear in the bulletin on Easter Sunday. If you would like to participate, please fill out the form in the bulletin and return it to the church or rectory along with payment by Monday, March 26. If you would simply like to make a flower donation to St. Kieran Parish, you are welcome to do so using the same form.
Lenten Fish Frys
St. James Church in Sauk Village • Fridays during Lent – 5PM to 7PM • March 16, 23, & 30 • Choose Fish Dinner, Shrimp Dinner, Seafood Salad, or Macaroni & Cheese Dinner • $5.00 to $7.00 per person • Includes sides, bread, butter, and beverage. Carryouts available at no extra charge.
Chicago Heights Park District – West Course - All You Can East Fish Fry • $8.50 per person including potato and salad • Fridays, March 16 and April 6 • Call 243-1368 for more info.
St. Kieran Super 50/50 Raffle
Tickets on sale after all masses March 10 & 11, March 17 & 18, and March 24 & 25 • $5.00 per ticket • Drawing will be held at the end of the Parish Pasta Dinner on Sunday, April 1, 2012. Winner need not be present.
Women’s Club Book Discussion Group
The St. Kieran Women’s Club invites readers to join the book discussion of Life is Short but Wide by J. California Cooper, Tuesday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the parish Library.
HoopsMania is back!
Don’t forget your HOOPSMANIA tickets for the March Madness NCAA tournament. Tickets are only $5.00 this year, and may be purchased in the school or rectory office. The tournament starts on Thursday, March 15. All tickets must be returned by Tuesday, March 13.
