St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin

In the late 1700s, a group of Korean scholars, led by Yi Byeok, learned about Catholicism. One of them, Yi Seung-hun, was baptized in Beijing in 1784 and started a faith community in Korea, marking the beginning of the Korean Catholic Church. This is special because the Korean Church wasn’t started by missionaries but by regular people.

At that time, Korea followed Confucian beliefs, which clashed with Christianity. This led to persecution, especially because the Church opposed certain rituals. From 1791 to 1866, over 10,000 Christians were martyred for their faith.

In 1984, Pope John Paul II visited Korea and canonized 103 martyrs, including Saint Andrew Kim Tae-gon and Saint Paul Chong Ha-sang. Their feast day is now celebrated on September 20.

On this special day, the Feast of Saint Andrew Kim Tae-gon, Saint Paul Chong Ha-sang, and their Companions, let’s remember and honor our ancestors in faith. We thank God for bringing us the light of the Gospel through their sacrifice. Let’s follow their example by carrying our own crosses and following Jesus.

Thank you to everyone who attended the Chuseok Mass and picnic! It was truly special to celebrate together in both English and Korean with around 650 members of St. Paul Chong Ha Sang. Having Bishop Grob join us made the occasion even more meaningful. We are so grateful for the opportunity to honor our Hangawi(Chuseok) traditions and culture through this Mass.

Despite the hot weather, many dedicated volunteers came out as early as Saturday to set up tents, decorate the stage, prepare food, and clean up after the event. The lunch they prepared was absolutely delicious, and the fun games and prizes added even more excitement to the day. The game helpers did an amazing job leading the activities, and we hope everyone enjoyed participating and managed to take home at least one prize.

Thanks to the hard work of all our volunteers, including the Youth Group, this event was a great success. We sincerely appreciate all your help and support!

All photos by Min Ho Simon Kim (Alex’s dad)

To maintain the reverence of the Mass, we kindly ask that if you arrive late, please refrain from using the center aisle, which is reserved for the priest's entrance and exit. Instead, use the side aisles to enter quietly. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Join us for our first meeting! Your presence and support are greatly appreciated.
Date & Time: Sunday, September 22, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Social Hall/Cafeteria

This mandatory orientation is for parents of children preparing for First Communion at St. Paul Chong Ha Sang CCD. It’s an essential meeting to guide you through the upcoming program and answer any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Second Grade Classroom

Get ready to treat yourself!
The Youth Group will be selling delicious homemade goodies. Don't miss out—come grab a sweet treat and support our amazing young bakers!
Date: Sunday, October 6, after Mass

The printed English bulletin will be discontinued. Thank you to everyone who participated in the puzzle. For all updates and announcements from St. Paul, please check the online newsletter.

CCD PTO Parent Meeting

Date & Time: Sunday, September 22, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Social Hall/Cafeteria

First Communion Parent Orientation

Date & Time: Sunday, September 29, 1PM

Location: Second Grade Classroom

SPYG Bake Sale

Date: Sunday, October 6, after Mass

Safe Environment Training

Date & Time: Sunday, October 20

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Office Closure Notice
Due to participation in the Chicago Diocese training, the office will be closed on the following Wednesdays: October 2, October 16

Infant Baptism

Infant baptism will be celebrated on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 3PM.

Parents with children under seven who haven’t been baptized yet can apply for the sacrament at the parish office. If you’re not a registered parishioner, we’ll arrange a meeting with the priest.

Date & Time: Saturday, September 28, at 3PM

Music Retreat: ‘The Prayer of Strings’

All parishioners are invited to a music retreat led by Rev. Byungchan Ji on September 25. Join us for an evening of peaceful music and a deep love of God.

Date & Time: September 25, at 8PM

Self-Serve Bake Sale

Self-serve baked goods are available on Sundays in the Parish Hall for $3 each. Please remember to drop off cash or personal checks in the collection box provided when picking up your baked goods!

Seminarian Education Fund Collection - September 21-22

The Annual Seminarian Appeal collection will take place the weekend of September 21-22, 2024. This is an important source of funding for our ministry of priestly formation in the Archdiocese of Chicago. This appeal supports not only Mundelein Seminary, but also our college seminarians who now study at St. John Vianney College Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Your financial support helps cover the cost of their preparation, which includes tuition and fees, room and board and health insurance. Please know, too, that promoting priestly vocations is the work of the entire Church. You can help support vocations by praying for an increase in vocations, encouraging young men to consider the priesthood, praying for our seminarians, and supporting Mundelein Seminary. Please keep our seminarians in your prayers as they continue their journey toward the priesthood. On behalf of all seminarians, thank you for your generosity.

Father Michael’s Golf Tournament

Date: Sunday, October 6 , 12:30 PM

Location: Foss Park Golf Course, 3124 Argonne Dr., North Chicago

Participation Fee: $60 ($40 for green fee + dinner)

Awards and Dinner: Social Hall/Cafeteria

Registration/Contact: Joseph Won, 847.912.3084

2024 Mexico Medical Mission Fundraiser (Social Services Committee)
From October 13-19, there will be a medical and volunteer mission trip to Mexico. A donation box has been set up to help purchase supplies. Your support, interest, and prayers are greatly appreciated.
*Mexico Mission Tumbler Donations

Insulated tumblers are being collected to distribute to locals during the mission trip. If you have any to donate, please place them in the box in the fellowship hall.

*For inquiries, contact: Jeno Han, Social Services Committee at 312.771.2339