434 W. Park Street
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Phone: 847-253-5353
Web Site: www.olwparish.org

Pastoral Staff

Mr. Ken Adamick
Parish Business Manager

Thomas & Irene Corcoran
Permanent Deacon Couple

Ms. Donna Cunningham
Pastoral Associate

Ms. Judith Dzieglewicz
Assistant Principal

Rev. Edward R. Fialkowski
Pastor

Brendan Foley
Permanent Deacon

Ms. Kathleen Freiburger
Director of Office Services

Dr. Donald Grossnickle
Permanent Deacon

Mr. Dan McMahon
Director of Music

Mr. Kevin O'Connell
Youth Director

Mrs. Patsy Rhinehart
Parish Nurse

Sister Joan Shields
Sister Adrienne Weseman
Directors of Religious Education

Rev. Patrick M. Wangai
Associate Pastor

Mr. David Wood
School Principal

Rev. Daniel J. Brady
Retired Priest & Resident

Rev. Harold T. O'Hara
Founder of OLW
(Deceased)

Rev. John J. Mackin
Pastor Emeritus
(Deceased)

Rev. Richard J. Ehrens
Pastor Emeritus
(Deceased)

Rev. Mick Egan
Weekend Presider

He went down with them and came to NAZARETH,
and was OBEDIENT to them; and his mother kept all these things in her HEART.

And JESUS advanced in WISDOM and age and
favor before God and man.

Luke 2:51-52

You will notice that the picture on the front of the bulletin has been changed for this weekend. It features the banner over the front doors of the church. It was created for the Catholics Come Home initiative. But it is also there to welcome home our college people who have been away at school. It also reminds us this is our home. We are all members of one family. We are the mystical Body of Christ and we want all visitors to feel welcome. It is there to help us center on why we gather each weekend and to welcome the opportunity to celebrate together. The unconditional love of God our Father made present to us in the body and blood of his Son Jesus Christ.

Next weeks bulletin will again be a full view of the church with the banner see below. After Easter we will remove the banner and change the picture on the bulletin cover to coincide with the actual front of the church. From time to time during the year we will again use the banner and change the picture on the bulletin accordingly.

As some of you may know, Elizabeth Bellock will be retiring from the Business Office after nine years of dedicated service. Although we will certainly miss her, we wish her the best of everything in her retirement. While we will be reorganizing some responsibilities to attempt to reduce personnel costs, we will be hiring someone to help maintain an appropriate level of service to the parish. An ad for Elizabeth's replacement follows this announcement. It is also being sent to other parishes in the area.

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Keep these promises for a rewarding 2010!
It's that time of year again to make your New Year's resolutions.

Start 2010 by promising yourself:

1. To be strong, that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
   

2. To take time every day to speak to the Lord.
   

3. To talk happiness to very person you meet. Try to see things from the other person's point of view.
   

5. Engage in sports or some form of exercise to keep your body fit. Make a new year's appointment with your doctor for that yearly exam!!!
   

6. To be just as enthusiastic about success of others as you are about your own.
   

7. To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
   

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ALL INFORMATION

In the YM Section Below

So here's the deal. Because of bulletin deadlines being moved up during the holiday season, the information below may not be the most updated. Certainly most of it will be current, yet it's better to be safe than sorry. Please double check with forms online and by contacting Kevin in the YM Office. Thanks!

WINTER DOWNTOWN OUTING:

Tomorrow!!!

Yes, so it's finally here. We will be meeting at the Arlington Heights train station at 12:15 pm, hop on the train, do our thing (maybe ice skating, holiday market, the windows, and grab dinner along the way), and be back by around 7:30 pm. These details are still being finalized (see section above). Updated information can be found on the website. All teens are welcome, non-Peer Ministers will need a permission form (also on website).

TEEN MISSION TRIP
Because of CHWC cam date conflicts, a final decision for the OLW Teen Mission Trip is still to be confirmed. We will be participating in either the Betsy Lane, KY camp July 11^th-17^th or the Pittsburgh, PA camp July 18^th-24^th. A final determination will be made early January and registration will open then. Please know that spots may fill up almost immediately.

KAIROS
Kairos 9 will take place over President's day weekend, Feb. 12^th-15^th. Registrations have been coming in. Please sign-up as soon as possible. Both the Registration brochure and Permission forms are online. Kairos is open to any high school junior or senior. A great opportunity to get away from the craziness of life and focus on one's self, others, and God. Could be one of the most powerful weekends in your life. Amazing fun as well.

CAMP WOW HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Applications are finally available for Camp WOW high school counselors.  Please take some time to consider if this is right for you. We are looking for freshman-seniors who believe they have leadership skills along with a strong Christian witness. If this is you, apps can be downloaded off the parish website. Deadline is January 7^th. Spots will be tight this year. Camp WOW is truly a fantastic combination of fun, faith, and friendship.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

Sunday, December 27

NO CLASS for "I Am Special" Pre-K (4) Kindergarten - Christmas Vacation.

Tuesday, December 28

NO R.E.P. CLASSES - Christmas Vacation.

Sunday, January 3

NO CLASS for "I Am Special" Pre-K (4) Kindergarten - Christmas Vacation.

SMALL BASKETS NEEDED
We are in need of small baskets (34 total) for the First Communion Retreat in February. If you have baskets that can be donated to use for the retreat, they would be greatly appreciated.

JAN HOPKINS - R.E.P.
Jan is retiring after 21 years of Parish Ministry. Her farewell will be on Thursday, January 7 in the Gathering Place from 3:00-5:00. Please mark your calendars and stop in to thank Jan for her service to the parish. She has been the Religious Education Secretary for 14 years. Jan has been an excellent secretary and a wonderful friend, and very much loved by us as well as all the catechists, parents, children, and the entire School Staff.

Louise Dickey is replacing Jan as the Religious Education Secretary. We have known her for many years, as her three daughters graduated from O.L.W. school. We are looking forward to working with Louise.

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LITTLE SAINTS
Looking for something to do with your preschooler, now that the weather has turned colder? Come join us at Little Saints Song, Stretch, and Story time! Sing, Pray, Listen to Bible stories, learn about Saints.

When: Tuesday mornings from 10:30 - 11:00
beginning January 5^th

Where: The Rectory Basement

Who: Parents and their children aged 2-6.  Younger siblings are welcome.

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Monday, December 28, 2009
7:00 am Communion Service
8:30 am Bill Crosson

Tuesday, December 29, 2009
7:00 am Communion Service
8:30 am For the Deceased Members of OLW

Wednesday, December 30, 2009
7:00 am Communion Service
8:30 am Margaret Atkins, Walter Moran, Jr.

Thursday, December 31, 2009
7:00 am Communion Service
8:30 am For the Deceased Members of OLW
5:00 pm Rev. Richard J. Ehrens, Herb Lorenz

Friday, January 1, 2010
7:00 am Communion Service
8:30 am For the Deceased Members of OLW

Saturday, January 2, 2010
8:30 am Communion Service
5:00 pm Anne Crabbe

Sunday, January 3, 2010
7:00 am For the People of OLW
8:15 am Patricia Cavers, Bob Morris
9:45 am John Suba, Tony DiGiovanni, Marian Dent,
Chester Symanski
11:30 am  Paul Hergenreder, Jim Doherty

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Enjoy the parish community by meeting other parishioners at events such as Women's Golf, Men's Golf, Women's Bowling, Men's Basketball, Women's Bridge, Widows of Wayside (W.O.W.), and Christian Family Movement (CFM), the Senior Group and Fil-American Group.

Contact parishlife@olwparish.org with questions or call the Parish Center at (847) 253-5353 and ask for the Parish Life Commission Rep

Special Needs Ministry was established to identify and meet the needs of our parishioners with special needs. Contact the parish office or email - special-needs@att.net or specialneeds@olwparish.org.