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MASS TIMES
- Saturday: 4:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- MonSat 8:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN Daily Mass (Monday - Saturday)
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Confession
- Mon: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Apri 14th 2025
- Thu: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Apri 10th 2025
- Sat: 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM Every Sat. Unless Noted
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Adoration
- Thu: 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM Holy Thursday-April 17th 2025
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Words from Father Matthew
Dear St. Raphael family,
The Shepherd’s Voice: Jesus speaks of his sheep that recognize his voice. This reading is a short excerpt from a longer teaching of Jesus in the Gospel of John. Jesus compares himself to a shepherd, and his disciples are likened to the sheep that follow him. Shepherds and sheep have been common in the Holy Land from Christ’s day until today, but Jesus is making more than a general cultural reference. The most famous shepherd in bible history is King David, who went from shepherding sheep to leading the nation of Israel. Every devout Jew would know about King David. Jesus is claiming a kind of spiritual authority, similar to the power of a king.
What does it mean for us today to hear the voice of Christ? There is an intangible quality in the Church called “sensus fidei”, the sense of the faithful. We might describe it as the enduring sense of Catholic tradition that exists among all the members of the Church. Even though most of us do not have the Catechism memorized, we know enough to recognize when something is part of the faith or not. We might also describe it as a kind of spiritual momentum that carries on after 20 centuries of faith. Our liturgical traditions are an important ingredient; it includes both the Sacraments and the various devotional practices found in Catholicism.
Welcome Bishop Larry Sullivan: Last Monday night Vicar General Bishop Larry Sullivan Confirmed our Religious Education students, along with some older students and adults from OCIA. It was his first visit to St. Raphael as Vicar General. Photographs of the Mass should be in next week’s bulletin.
Article in April 27 Chicago Catholic: St. Raphael church is featured in the recent issue of the Chicago Catholic newspaper. The column focuses on members of the Gonzalez family who received the sacraments at the Vigil. Deacon Greg is interviewed about our parish Order of Christian Initiation. A photographer attended our Easter Vigil Mass, and photos were posted last week to the Chicago Catholic page on social media. A photo of members of the Barba family from our parish appears in the paper edition. Additional photos from the Vigil are available only in the online posting. Thank you to the news staff for including us in the Easter issue!
Papal Conclave: Publication deadlines mean that I am typing this early in May. We might have a new Holy Father in Rome by the time this is printed. As Pentecost Sunday draws closer, we keep praying for the Holy Spirit’s counsel.
Easter blessings,
Fr. Matthew
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Habemus Papam!
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Updates & Announcements
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Pope Francis on March 31st, accepted the resignatio of Archbishop George J. Lucas and has appointed the Most Reverend Michael G. McGovern, currently Bishop of the Diocese of Belleville, Illinois, as the sixth Archbishop of Omaha. Archbishop-designate McGovern
will formally be installed on May 7, 2025.
Archbishop-designate McGovern was ordained as a priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago in 1994. His parish assignments included being a resident at Immaculate Concepon Parish, Highland Park; St. Clement Parish; and Holy Name Cathedral. He was associate pastor of St. Juliana; Queen of the
Universe; and St. Mary, Lake Forest. He served as pastor of St. Mary, Lake Forest, before being named pastor of St. Raphael the Archangel Parish. He has served as the Bishop of Belleville for the past five years.
We are thrilled that Pope Francis recognized Bishop McGovern's exceponal qualies in appoinng him the sixth Archbishop of Omaha. We pray for him as he leads the people of Omaha on the spiritual journey.
Watch the Livestream of his installation.
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A new Knights of Columbus Bible study invites men to take up the “sword of the Spirit” and rediscover the power of Scripture. This program will run on Thursdays during the summer starting on June 5th at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall. All men are invited. No cost and only a Catholic Bible is needed.To register or for more information,, contact Dcn. Greg at [email protected].
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Last Weekend Steve Laky spoke to the parish about the Knights of Columbus and how our council, The Archangels Council, needs need members. Eight men of the parish expressed interest and provided their contact information.
If you are interested in the Knights send an email with your name and phone number to "koc.15422 @gmail.com".
The Knights will add you to their email list so you get current information on upcoming events, council meetings, priorities.
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The next Book Club meeting will be Wednesday, June 11 at 6 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We will be discussing Gaudy Night by Dorothy L Sayers, a British mystery.
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Catholic Financial Life
Catholic Financial Life Chapter 929, St. Raphael, is looking for members of the parish who are also members of Catholic Financial Life. Our chapter is reorganizing and would like to hear from those interested in attending or helping out at chapter actvities to benefit the parish and our community.
We are also in need of individuals interested in becoming officers for our chapter. Please contact the parish office if you’d like to learn more. For more than 155 years, Catholic Financial Life has been a faith-based membership organization that puts Catholic values in action by: Serving God through serving others; providing financial security; and enhancing quality of life.
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Faith Foundation Series: Exploring Catholic Beliefs
Introducing "Faith Foundations: Exploring Catholic Beliefs" – a series designed to equip Catholics with a deeper understanding of our faith and empower them to confidently articulate their beliefs. Join us on a journey of exploration as we delve into the rich traditions, doctrines, and teachings of the Catholic Church. From the basics of Catholicism to the complexities of theological concepts, each article will provide clarity and insight, inviting viewers to engage with their faith in a meaningful way.
We will also provide additional resources to explore the topics further. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic seeking to deepen your understanding or someone curious about the Catholic faith, "Faith Foundations" is your guide to discovering the beauty and richness of Catholic beliefs. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey of faith exploration and discovery!
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News from the Vatican
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Addressing the Diplomatic Corps to the Holy See on Friday, Pope Leo XIV warned against viewing “peace” as a “negative” word, which only means an absence of war and conflict.
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Pope Leo XIV says the Church needs the Christian East and has a “great need to recover the sense of mystery that remains alive in your … liturgies that engage the human person in his or her entirety.”
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MassES from holy name Cathedral
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Jesus ThirstS - Miracle of the Eucharist
Explore 52 lessons on the Catholic faith in this inspiring video series, presented by Norbertine Father Jacob Hsieh, to help you confidently share and defend Catholic teachings.
This series builds on the documentary film Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist, now available on DVD through Ignatius Press or for purchase and rental on major streaming platforms.
New video reflections will be released weekly starting Monday, February 10, and continue for 52 weeks. An archive of past videos will be available by clicking the playlist icon in the video.
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