Office of the Archbishop

835 North Rush Street

Chicago, IL 60611-2030
312.534.8230
archchicago.org

September 21, 2018

Dear Parishioners and Staff of Resurrection Parish,

For some weeks now, I have become increasingly concerned about a number of
issues at Resurrection Parish. It has become clear to me that Fr. Kalchik must take time away
from the parish to receive pastoral support so his needs can be assessed. Effectively
immediately, I have appointed Msgr. James Kaczorowski, Pastor of Queen of Angels Parish
and Dean, as Administrator of Resurrection Parish, effective tonight.

I do not take this step lightly. Rather, I act out of concern for Fr Kalchik’s welfare and
that of the people of Resurrection Parish. I have a responsibility to be supportive of our priests
when they have difficulties, but I also have a duty to ensure that those who serve our faithful
are fully able to minister to them in the way the Church expects.

Bishop Mark Bartosic, your Episcopal Vicar, will monitor the situation along with the
Administrator to ensure that you as parishioners receive appropriate pastoral care.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Archbishop of Chicago