St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin

The Shepherd Who Guides Us

The 4th Sunday of Easter Year A is often called Good Shepherd Sunday. On this day, we hear readings that remind us how Jesus leads, protects, and cares for His people. The image of the shepherd is one of the most comforting pictures in the Bible. It shows the closeness and love between God and His people.

The first reading tells how the early followers of Jesus grew in faith and number. They listened to Peter, turned away from sin, and were baptized. The psalm speaks of God as our shepherd who guides us to peace and safety. These words bring hope and assurance to all who trust in Him.

In the Gospel, Jesus says He is the gate for the sheep. He is the way to life, joy, and safety. On the 4th Sunday of Easter Year A, we are reminded to listen for His voice and follow where He leads. His care brings life in its fullness.

• First Reading – Acts 2:14A, 36-41: Peter urged the people to repent, be baptized, and receive the Holy Spirit. About three thousand accepted the message and were baptized.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 23: The Lord is my shepherd, providing for all my needs, guiding me, and comforting me. His goodness and kindness will follow me always, and I will dwell in His house forever.
• Second Reading – 1 Peter 2:20b-25: Christ suffered for us, setting an example. He bore our sins so we could live righteously. We were lost, but now we return to Him.
• Gospel – John 10:1-10: Jesus explains that he is the gate for the sheep. The shepherd enters through the gate, and the sheep follow his voice. Jesus came to give life abundantly.

Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language?

(Acts 2:8)

We were deeply honored to welcome Bishop John Baptist Jung Shin-chul of the Diocese of Incheon (정신철 요한 세례자 주교님), who presided over our Korean–English joint Mass on April 19. It was especially meaningful as this marked his first visit to our parish in nine years.

Despite his brief stay, Bishop John Baptist graciously celebrated a weekday Mass and administered the Sacrament of Confirmation, bringing grace to our community. The church was filled to capacity—with additional seating extending into the hallways—reflecting the heartfelt enthusiasm of our parishioners to be part of this special occasion.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bishop John Baptist Jung Shin-chul of the Diocese of Incheon for his pastoral care and presence, and we are pleased to share a few photos from this memorable visit.

All photos by Simone Kim

More photos are available at the link below.
https://stpaulchong.org/hasang-gallery/

On April 26, seventeen of our parish children will receive their First Holy Communion.

They are: Theo Theodore Chin, Yoonseo Nathan Cho, Ananda Victoria Damasius, Kailyn Agnes Ha, Emily Stella Han, Alison Grace Hong, Caleb Kang, Matthew Kang, Jace Michael Kim, Baron Julian Lee, Suho Zeno Lee, Aiden George Park, Wesley Son, Aidan Hyunwoo Aidano Song, Doyen Benedict Yu, Noe Noah Yu

Please keep them in your prayers as they receive the Lord in the Eucharist for the very first time in their lives. May this sacred day mark the beginning of a lifelong friendship with Jesus!

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

CCD Registration Link

https://forms.gle/SNVMRD1DicbxAVrR8

YG Registration Link

https://forms.gle/7raT2xpmsBzpk31u5

Join us on Friday, May 1 at 7PM for the Rosary and Mass in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

If you would like to offer a letter to Our Lady, please speak with Father Michael..

Please note: There will be no 10AM weekday Mass on Friday, May 1.

The regular May Marian Devotion Mass will be replaced by this evening celebration.

There will be no CCD or YG on Sunday, May 3rd, due to the Confirmation Mass scheduled at 11 AM.

<CCD> First Communion Rehearsal
Date: Saturday April 25, 1:30–3:30 PM

<CCD> First Communion Mass

Date: Sunday, April 26 at 10:30–11:30 AM

Reception: 11:30 AM–2 PM

<YG> Officer Election for 2026-2027
Date: April 19 & 26

<CCD> Confirmation Rehearsal
Date: Saturday, May 2

<CCD> Confirmation Mass (No CCD/YG )

Date: Sunday, May 3 at 11AM

Reception: 11:30 AM–2 PM

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-

To keep things running smoothly during Mass, please try to sit toward the inside of the pews. This will make it easier for latecomers to find their seats. We really appreciate your help!

<May Holy Hour>

Date: Friday, May 1, after 10AM Mass

<Communion for the Sick>

Date: Wednesday, May 6, after 10AM Mass

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

<2026–2027 Bulletin Advertisement Sign-Up>

Thank you to all who support our parish bulletin.

Those wishing to renew or place a new ad are asked to submit a request to the parish office.

Ad Period: Easter 2026 – Palm Sunday 2027

Ad Fee: 1 space $250

<Young Adult Group Meeting>

The Young Adult group meets every Saturday after Mass.

Please invite any young adults you know to join!