St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin

The readings for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C focus on the concept of blessings, as exemplified in the Beatitudes. They challenge traditional ideas of blessings by highlighting the blessedness of those who are poor, hungry, weeping, and persecuted, while affirming the hope and rewards found in trusting God.

• First Reading – Jeremiah 17:5-8: Those who trust in people are like barren bushes in the desert. Those who trust in the LORD are like fruitful trees by the water.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 1: Those who avoid the wicked and delight in God’s law are blessed and prosper. The wicked are like chaff blown away by the wind. God watches over the righteous.
• Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20: If Christ is not raised, our faith is useless and we remain in sin. But Christ is risen, the first of those who have died.
• Gospel – Luke 6:17, 20-26: Jesus blesses the poor, hungry, and sorrowful, promising them future joy and rewards in heaven. He warns the rich, well-fed, and joyful of future sorrow, highlighting how ancestors treated true and false prophets.

Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?

(1 Corinthians 3:16)

We will have Ash Wednesday Mass on March 5th at 10 AM and 8 PM.

Join us for the 2025 Joint Youth Group Retreat with St. Andrew Kim, a transformative weekend filled with faith and fellowship!

Date: Friday, February 28 – Sunday, March 2

Location: Loyola University Retreat Ecology, 2710 S. Country Club Rd., Woodstock, IL 60098

Contact Information:

St. Paul: Peter Kim – ymad_yg@stpaulchong.org | 217.721.7179

St. Andrew: Elizabeth – oh.elizabeth1@gmail.com | 847.738.3344

*A bus will depart from St. Paul at 5:30 PM on Friday and return around 3 PM on Sunday. Alternatively, you may choose to drive directly to the retreat center.

<YG> Soup Kitchen
Date: Saturday, February 22

<YG> 2025 Joint Youth Group Retreat

Date: Friday, February 28 ~ Sunday, March 2

Location: Loyola University Retreat Ecology, 2710 S. Country Club Rd., Woodstock, IL 60098

<CCD> 7th Grade Works of Mercy at Bernie’s Book Bank
Date: Friday, March 14

<CCD&YG> Spring Break
Date: Sunday, March 23

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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!

Blessed Palm Branch Collection

Please bring the blessed palm branches from your home and place them in the collection box located in the church lobby.

Deadline: Sunday, March 2

Ash Wednesday Mass

Date: March 5th at 10 AM and 8 PM.

2025 Annual Catholic Appeal

Theme: Together, We Bring Hope

Parish Goal: $13,918

Promotional Weekend: February 15-16

Pledge Weekend: February 22-23

Follow-up Weekend: March 1-2

Devotion Mass
Every month, on the first Saturday, the Devotion Mass will be held at 10 AM. The March Mass will be on March 1 at 10 AM.

Communion for the Sick
Date: Wednesday, March 5, after Mass

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

March Holy Hour Schedule
Date: Friday, March 7, after Mass

Infant Baptism

An infant baptism ceremony will take place on Saturday, March 8, at 3 PM. Parents with children under the age of 7 who have not yet been baptized are encouraged to register at the parish office. Please choose a godparent and a baptismal name in advance. If the parents are not Catholic or not registered with the parish, a meeting with Father Michael will be required.

For more information or to register, please contact the parish office.

Date: Saturday, March 8 at 3PM

Self-Serve Kimbap and Cup Noodle

Self-serve kimbap and cup noodles are available in the cafeteria.

• Kimbap: $5
• Cup Noodles: $2

Please drop your cash or check in the sales box.

Thank you for your support!