The Ascension of the Lord

Risen Lord and Ruling King

The Ascension of the Lord Year A celebrates the moment when Jesus returned to the Father. It is a joyful reminder that his mission on earth was complete, but his care for us continues. The disciples saw him lifted up into heaven, yet his promise to be with them always gave them courage.

This feast reminds us that Jesus is now seated at the right hand of God. He reigns as King over all the earth. His authority is above every power and ruler. Even though we cannot see him, he is still guiding his Church and giving us strength through the Holy Spirit.

The Ascension of the Lord Year A also calls us to action. Jesus gave his followers a mission to go into the whole world. We are sent to share his message, to baptize, and to teach others to follow him. His words are for us today just as they were for the first disciples.

First Reading: Acts 1:1-11 – Luke recounts the events that occurred between Jesus’ resurrection and his ascension. Jesus appeared to his disciples, gave them instructions and promises, and was taken up into heaven while they watched.
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 47 – A psalm of praise and exaltation to God as the king over all the earth. It describes God ascending to his throne amidst shouts of joy and trumpet blasts, and calls on all peoples to clap their hands and sing praises to him. The psalm also highlights God’s reign over the nations and his holy throne.
Second Reading: Ephesians 1:17-23 – A prayer from Paul for the Ephesian believers, asking God to give them spiritual wisdom and knowledge so that they may understand the hope and inheritance they have in Christ. Paul also emphasizes the power of God that was revealed when Christ was raised from the dead and exalted to the highest place, above all earthly powers and authorities.
Gospel: Matthew 28:16-20 – The resurrected Jesus appears to his disciples on a mountain in Galilee. Jesus commissions his disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything he has commanded.

Don’t miss out on the biggest CCD event of the year!!

We cordially invite you to Grace Market, a special event to recognize and celebrate the dedication of our children who have faithfully attended Mass and Sunday School at St. Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church throughout the year.

Admission is free, and a variety of Korean snacks and food will be provided. To help us plan and organize the event effectively, please complete your RSVP by Sunday, May 10th, 2026. We look forward to seeing all of our children at the Grace Market!

Date: Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Time: 11:40 AM - 2 PM
Location: Gym at St. Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church

- To CCD Parents:

We have prepared a variety of activities and delicious food so that the children can have a wonderful time at the Grace Market. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we dearly need the help of our parents. We kindly ask for your active participation and would be deeply grateful if you could spare some of your time to volunteer.

- Registration Link for Grace Market: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq5VRe_tamnCZj6SI5qdBYZpHkafD6z8UpXMbnFHOCwbrmSg/viewform?usp=header

- Registration Volunteer Link for Grace Market: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ABA829A2FFC25-62759815-grace#/

- CCD PTO Team -

We are now accepting applications for the 2026 Children’s Altar Server Ministry.

Eligibility

St. Paul Chong Ha-Sang CCD students who received their First Holy Communion in 2026

Application Period

May 10, 2026 (Sunday) – May 17, 2026 (Sunday)

How to Apply

Apply using the QR code or link below:

https://forms.gle/RmGtccDtX1guXZBd8

Contact: Liturgy Committee Email: liturgy@stpaulchong.org

Dear Parents,

We are happy to announce that registration for the 2026–2027 CCD and Youth Group is now open!

Please note that this year’s registration fee has increased from $120 to $140. A 50% discount is available for catechists. If you plan to serve as a catechist in the upcoming year, your child’s registration fee will be $70.

Registration period:

Now through May 17
After May 17, registration will reopen in late August for late registration, and the fee will increase to $160.

Please register using the appropriate link below:

CCD Registration Link

https://forms.gle/SNVMRD1DicbxAVrR8

YG Registration Link

https://forms.gle/7raT2xpmsBzpk31u5

Please see the flyer for tournament details. To register, please use the link below.

https://daricommunity.org/stpaulchonghasang/events/3v3

We are also accepting food donations for dinner to help support all of the players, families, and volunteers during the event. It will be a potluck-style dinner so everyone can share a little and enjoy a meal together as a community.

If you are able to help or have any questions, please email Ky Chang at kyucahng@gmail.com.
Thank you so much for your support!

The St. Paul Chong Ha Sang Vocation Group is excited to share information about the Totus Tuus summer program offered by the Archdiocese of Chicago.

The Totus Tuus program aims to inspire young people to long for holiness, develop a deep desire for conversion and personally renew their faith with a stronger prayer life. Totus Tuus uses sacred scripture and the catechism of the Catholic Church to instill the faith of the Church in the hearts and minds of young people.

For more information, please visit:

https://vocations.archchicago.org/totus-tuus/host-parish-sites

Registration for the 2026–27 Fall Semester at Hasang Korean School is now open!

Semester Dates: August 22 – December 19 (16 weeks)

(No classes on Labor Day and Thanksgiving)

Class Schedule: Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Early Registration Deadline: May 9

Tuition: $300 (or $320 after May 10) + $70 lunch fee
Registration: School website / Google Form via QR code

Now Hiring: School Cook

We’re looking for a caring and reliable cook to prepare healthy lunches for our students.

If you enjoy cooking and want to support children’s growth through nutritious meals, we’d love to hear from you.

For inquiries, please contact Seyoung Lee at 240.357.8406 or hasangkoreanschooledu@gmail.com

+Praise Be Jesus

Beautiful fall is deepening, and the change of season, with its large temperature variations, has begun. We pray that all CCD families stay healthy.

The children are learning God's word from the teachers in CCD and getting along well with their friends.

We would like to provide guidance regarding the reading (lector) volunteer service during Mass. The children who have participated in the reading service so far have done very well, and we thank them. We will need more reading volunteers going forward.

All children who have received their First Holy Communion can participate in the reading volunteer service.

We would like to provide guidance on the methods for reading volunteer service, especially for children who want to participate in reading volunteer service but don't know how.

1. CCD Reading (Lector) Volunteer Method

- Children who wish to volunteer for reading (lector) should use the following link to apply for the reading volunteer service.

2025-2026 Reading Volunteer Signup Link : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ABA829A2FFC25-57901605-liturgy#/

- Please practice by reading aloud the assigned reading material (First Reading or Second Reading) that the CCD PTO Team sent to you in advance at home.

- Please come to the church by 10:15 on Sunday and practice reading your assigned reading material at the sanctuary's lectern.

- During the 10:30 Mass, please participate by sitting in the very front pew on the center-left side of the sanctuary (the lector's seat).

- When it is your turn to read during the Mass, you will read your assigned reading material at the lectern.

Since the children can practice reading in advance, they can reduce their fear of reading in front of many people. Also, we will help the children practice reading at the lectern before Mass.

Please help the children to participate a lot in the reading volunteer service.

2. CCD Reading (Lector) Volunteer Encouragement and Rewards

Our CCD would like to encourage more students to volunteer for mass reading.

In order for the CCD teachers to provide positive reinforcement and encouragement in the classroom, they will offer praise to that day's reading (lector) volunteers during class time.

And, our CCD will reward all students who volunteer for mass reading.

In order to keep track of those who have volunteered for mass reading, after Mass, volunteers should talk to Sister Rosa in the sacristy and they should sign their name next to the date of service in the reading (lector) volunteer notebook, and Sister Rosa will then sign next to their names. The priest will verify these records and give awards to those who read during Mass on the last day of the first semester (December) and the last day of the second semester (May).

Please strongly encourage the children to join the reading volunteer service!

Thank you for your help.

-St. Paul Chong Ha Sang CCD PTO Team-

<Communion for the Sick>

Date: Wednesday, June 3, after 10AM Mass

To register, please contact the Sisters or the church office.

<June Holy Hour>

Date: Friday, June 5, after 10AM Mass

<Devotion Mass>
Date: Saturday, June 6 at 10AM

<Infant Baptism>

Infant Baptism will be held on Saturday, June 13, at 3PM. Parents of children under 7 who have not been baptized should choose godparents, select a baptismal name, and register at the parish office. If the parents are not Catholic or not registered in the parish, a meeting with Father Michael is required.

Registration deadline: June 7

<Young Adult Group Meeting>

The Young Adult group meets every Saturday after Mass.

Please invite any young adults you know to join!