Christmas

An Adult Appreciation of the Christmas Story
with Fr. John Cusick

For those of us who are Christian, we may not be able to even remember a time when we didn’t know the Christmas Story, the story of the birth of Christ. Even before we were able to fully comprehend it, our parents, grandparents, and all those who loved us, told it to us over and over again. Yet it is so much more than a child’s story. It is a story filled with wonder, meaning, and mystery for adults.

Join us for a special Sunday morning in Advent as Fr. John Cusick walks us through the familiar, yet somehow always new, re-telling of the Christmas Story. Employing Gospel texts and the rich tradition of Christmas lore,
Fr. Cusick will tease our memory and imagination to discover anew the astounding possibility of God breaking
into our lives.

Date: 2010 date is yet to be determined.

Cost: This program is provided free of charge.

Registration: No advance registration is required.

Contact: Bob Kolatorowicz at bobk@oldstpats.org or 312.831.9379

Rev. John C. Cusick is a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago. He has served as Associate Pastor at Mary, Seat of Wisdom Parish in Park Ridge as well as on the faculty of Niles College of Loyola University. Concurrent with his work at Niles College, Fr. Cusick began to develop an outreach to young adults in the Archdiocese. In 1985 he was appointed Director of Young Adult Ministry for the Archdiocese. Fr. Cusick is recognized as an innovative leader in ministering to young adults; men and women, single and married, in their twenties and thirties. In addition to his work with young adults throughout the Archdiocese, Fr. Cusick plays an important role in shaping the life of Old St. Patrick’s Church. Those of us who gather at Old St. Patrick's know and appreciate him for his gifts of preaching, leadership, creativity, and compassionate service that he so generously shares with us.

The Family Christmas Story

The Family Christmas Story, an original play, which takes place during the Family Liturgy, is presented for children, parents, and anyone who is looking for a little magic in the Christmas season. The show expresses the spirit of Christmas through situations in modern-day life. Members of the Old St. Patrick's community participate as director, actors, musicians, and most importantly, as audience. Any children interested in participating in our Christmas Eve plays should contact Bea Cunningham at 312.831.9351.

Date: Dec. 19, 2010

Cost: This program is presented free of charge.

Registration: No registration required.

For more information: Contact Bea Cunningham, 312.831.9351.

Family Christmas Masses

Two Christmas Family Masses take place on Christmas Eve. Everyone is welcome to these special Liturgies.
At each of these Masses, the children of Old St. Patrick's will perform a Christmas Pageant. Experience the beautiful music and festive celebration.

Cost: Liturgy is presented free of charge.