Church of the Holy Spirit Church of the Holy Spirit Church of the Holy Spirit
1451 Bode Road
Schaumburg, IL 60194
Ph: (847) 882-7580
June, 2008 
Church of the Holy Spirit - Spirited Times

100 ministries

Nearly 100 active ministries allow people of Church of the Holy Spirit help those within our faith community and beyond.

10 x 100 Campaign comes to a close

Over the past 100 weeks, all parish households were encouraged to participate in the 10x100 Campaign in an effort to reduce our $1.1 million Building Loan with the Archdiocese.

What’s up at Church of the Holy Spirit?

Here just are a few of the events, educational opportunities, and ministries for all ages, from mid-June 2008 into October 2008 at Church of the Holy Spirit.
Food Pantry: Volunteers needed, please

Church of the Holy Spirit Food Pantry is in need of the following volunteers:

June 18-22: Meet us at the fair

 Great food, games, amusements, bingo, raffle, free entertainment, and more.

Come on out to the Country Fair...everyone is invited to this yearly parish community event. It is one celebration you do not want to miss.

Know someone who needs a visit in the hospital? Please call

Please call us if someone you know needs a visit in the hospital. As of Jan. 1, 2003, federal regulations prohibit hospitals from notifying the parish of patients who are parishioners.

New Maintenance Ministry, Capital Fund launched at CHS

It is hard to believe that 20 years ago in June 1988 we celebrated the first Mass in what was then our new church. Although we have taken good care of the building and recently completed a significant renovation, there are still things that are getting old and worn and demand our attention.

ParishPay makes it easier for CHS parishioners to give 

Q. Who was the first parishioner to sign up for ParishPay?

Fr. Bill Tkachuk, Church of the Holy Spirit pastor, was the first parishioner to sign up for ParishPay, a wonderful, new, and easy way t...

Pastor’s Perspective

By FR. BILL TKACHUK, PASTOR

Pentecost Sunday marked the 34th anniversary of the establishment of Church of the Holy Spirit and the 36th anniversary of the first gathering of people who would ...

Perspectivo del Párroco

La Fiesta de Pentecostés marcó también el 34to aniversario de la iniciación de Church of the Holy Spirit y el 36to aniversario de la primera congragación de la personas ...

Retreat, renew during the Kingdom Weekend Sept. 20, 21

The 5th Annual CHS Kingdom Weekend returns to the Kane Center Sept. 20 and 21. Format of The Kingdom Weekend includes presentations, liturgies, music and small group conversation led by a team of CHS parishioners.
Rosi gets award

Your award-winning Church of the Holy Spirit staff continues to gain recognition for their service. Rosi Viquez received the Thea Bowman Humanitarian Legacy Award for her work in developing...

This is who we are, our journey, the mission of Church of the Holy Spirit

 The Church of the Holy Spirit is a gathering of men and women, youth and children, who, in listening to life, to the Scriptures, to the larger community of the Church, to their own deepest yearnings… believe in the gracious and saving presence of God, in the Lordship of Jesus, in the empowering of the Spirit.
What is the transition team? Who is transitioning?

So stop me if you’ve heard this one. What is a Transition Team?

The Transition Team is a diverse group of parishioners who will oversee the parish transition process from now through ...

Women get refreshed at the well; here’s how

Though it wasn’t yet summer, flip-flops and sunglasses helped with the refreshing theme, at Women at the Well on May 6. “Good night ladies!” ended the third exciting season of Women at the Well at Church of the Holy Spirit.

Wrap someone in the comfort of a prayer shawl

By Sr. MARIANNE SUPAN

The new Prayer Shawl Ministry provides a way to wrap people in prayer. Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted by members of our parish and then given to those who are in need of our prayers.

En el Espíritu… Noticias

Some of this issue’s articles are summarized and translated for parishioners more comfortable with Spanish.

A continuación le ofrecemos algunas historias de esta edición de Spirited Times, el periódico editado cuatro veces al año por Church of the Holy Spirit y enviado por correo gratis a todo los feligreces registrados en la parroquia.
Monmouth College Chorale performed at Church of the Holy Spirit on March 7, an “excellent spiritually based concert,” according to one who attended. Brendan Murphy, CHS parishioner and Monmouth College freshman, was among students performing in the multi-city performing tour.
Vacation Bible School: Join us to discover Jesus’ miraculous power, preschool-5th

Get ready for an exciting celebration of God’s love, filled with amazing Bible adventures, unforgettable songs, memory-making crafts and life-changing experiences.
Spirited Youth

Welcome to the Youth Page of the Spirited Times. This page is designed to honor the youth of the parish by acknowledging their accomplishments, special events, and opinions as it relates to their lives in and outside of church.
Juventud Animada

Bienvenido a la Página para Jóvenes de Spirited Times. Esta página es diseñada para honorar los jóvenes de la parroquia reconociendo sus logros, sus eventos especiales, y sus opiniones como relacionan a sus vidas en y fuera de la iglesia.
Past Issues Of Spirited Times:
November, 2007
September, 2007
February 2008