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1 ft Çà e v{tüw PARISH 3841 Dickey Road Gibsonia, PA SaintRichardParish.org CLERGY Rev. Michael Conway Administrator Gary Molitor Deacon PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We, the faith-filled Eucharis c community of Saint Richard Roman Catholic Church, guided by the Holy Spirit, seek to build the kingdom of God by witnessing to the good news of Jesus Christ. As the Body of Christ, we joyfully celebrate the Sacraments, the Word of God SUNDAY, MAY 20, 2018 and our Catholic tradi on. We strive to strengthen our parish LITURGY SCHEDULE family through spiritual devo on and faith forma on. Saturday: 5:00 pm; Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am & 12:00 pm Monday, Thursday and Saturday: 9:00 am Wednesday Evening: 7:00 pm St. Barnabas Re rement Village: Friday 9:30 am Eucharis c Adora on: Every Friday 8:00 am un l 8:00 am Saturday Impassioned by our love for Christ, we reach out and serve the needs of our en re community.

2 SAINT RICHARD PARISH / May 20, 2018 PARISH WORSHIP & MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, May 20 / Pentecost Sunday 5:00 pm (Sat. Vigil) Deceased Members of Carr & Silvio Families / Vince & Ellie Carr 8:00 am For The People 10:00 am Dick Vogliano / Family 12:00 pm Martha Miller / Schoone Family 1:30 pm Bap sm: Benjamin Arthur Wentz Monday, May 21 / Weekday 9:00 am Rosemary Zidow / Tom Zidow Tuesday, May 22 / Weekday 9:30 am Mass at St. Catherine of Sweden Church Wednesday, May 23 / Weekday 6:00 pm Reconcilia on un l 6:45 pm 7:00 pm Michael Slomkowski, Jr. / Arlene Krajnik & Dave Lonich Thursday, May 24 / Weekday 9:00 am David & Elizabeth Tamburri / David & Patricia Tamburri Friday, May 25 / Weekday 8:00 am Morning Prayer & Eucharis c Adora on 9:30 am Bob Seethaler / Nancy Schick At St. Barnabas Re rement Village Saturday, May 26 / Saint Philip Neri 8:00 am Morning Prayer & Benedic on 9:00 am Dick Vogliano / Vogliano Family 12:00 pm Bap sm: Avery and Olivia Bishop 3:30 pm Reconcilia on un l 4:30 pm Vigil: The Most Holy Trinity 5:00 pm Francesco (Frank) Ranalli / Judy & Daughters Sunday, May 27 / The Most Holy Trinity 8:00 am For The People 10:00 am Al Merhaut / Joann Merhaut 12:00 pm Gert A. Hansen / Garret & Fran Hansen & Family Anoin ng of the Sick Immediately Following Mass 2:00 pm Bap sm: Lincoln Michael McDade 7 Day Sanctuary Light May 19 - For The People May 26 - Gene Se embrino Pentecost Sunday Let Us Pray The St. Richard Prayer Group invites parishioners to pray a decade of the Rosary for a special inten on that will vary each week. Let us pray for nurses, doctors, caretakers and all who work in the medical field. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5/Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30 [cf. 30]/Rom 8:22-27/ Jn 7:37-39 Extended Vigil: Gn 11:1-9/ Ps 33:10-11, 12-13, 14-15/Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b/Dn 3:52, 52, 53, 55, 56 or Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11/Ez 37:1-14/Ps 107:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9/Jl 3:1-5/Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30 [cf. 30]/Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11/Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34 [cf. 30]/1 Cor 12:3b-7, or Gal 5:16-25/Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15 Monday: Jas 3:13-18/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15 [9a]/ Mk 9:14-29 Tuesday: Jas 4:1-10/Ps 55:7-8, 9-10a, 10b-11a, 23 [23a]/Mk 9:30-37 Wednesday: Jas 4:13-17/Ps 49:2-3, 6-7, 8-10, 11 [Mt 5:3]/Mk 9:38-40 Thursday: Jas 5:1-6/Ps 49:14-15ab, 15cd-16, 17-18, [Mt 5:3]/Mk 9:41-50 Friday: Jas 5:9-12/Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 8-9, Saturday: FOR YOUR PRAYER TIME [8a]/Mk 10:1-12 Jas 5:13-20/Ps 141:1-2, 3 and 8 [2a]/ Mk 10:13-16 Next Sunday: Dt 4:32-34, 39-40/Ps 33:4-5, 6, 9, 18-19, 20, 22 [12b]/Rom 8:14-17/Mt 28:16-20 Please pray for the Sick: Ava Jean Anglero, Brad Bridgham, Darlene, Brieanne Dolby, Larry Domitrovic, Ray Drabicki, Sherie Eckard, June Euler, Rick Faust, Rose Fitzgerald, Rae Hallstrom, Herb, Jack Hombosky, Jeffrey, Paula Kurp, James LaFaso, Joan Malchano, Tom & Cora Lee McKinney, Josephine Meinhardt, Joann Merhaut, Lennon Meyers, Nelson Noel, Jim O Hara, Fr. Ken Oldenski, Bob Rivers, Sean Roy, Gina Runyan, Cathy Russell, Dolly Schaefer, Russ Stainfield, Trinity Strudwick, Karen Williams, Carol Wyeth and Michael Zawisza. Please call the Church office with updates.

3 The Shepherd s Voice I m going to indulge my inner Church nerd this week and write about a part of the liturgy today. That part is, of course, the sequence that preceded the singing of the Alleluia. I ve wri en about sequences before, both in this column and in my weekly , but the sequence for Pentecost the Veni, Sancte Spiritus is too good not to write about. In fact, in medieval mes, this sequence was known as the Golden Sequence because of it s beauty. The authorship of the hymn is disputed. Many ascribe it to Pope Innocent III (d. 1216), but other scholars say it was composed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Cardinal Stephen Langton (d. 1228). Perhaps most likely is that it was ghostwri en for one of these two. Whomever wrote it was quite skilled in the La n language. In each of the six-line stanzas, lines 1 and2, 3 and 6, and 4 and 5 rhyme. Every third line ends in -ium. The repeated use of the word veni (come) in the opening stanza aptly expresses the deep desire of the soul for the coming of the Consoler. Similarly, the repeated use of the verb da (to give or to grant) in the final stanza expresses the deep confidence the author has in the Holy Spirit. Arguably, the most no ceable thing about this hymn is its brevity that the author can do so much in 30 short lines. With enough prac ce (and a li le talent), anyone can write beau ful La n poetry. What sets the Veni, Sancte Spiritus apart and gives it such longevity is the sanc ty standing behind the work. In his 1902 work, The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, Dogma cally, Liturgically, and Asce cally Explained, Fr. Nicholas Gihr writes, The sequence for [Pentecost] can have come but from a heart wholly inflamed with the fire of the Holy Ghost. It is an incomparable hymn, breathing the sweetness of Paradise, and regaling us with heaven s sweetest fragrance. Think what we could accomplish if our hearts were inflamed with the fire of the Holy Spirit. Think of the art we could create that would give glory to God. Think of the things we could write that would edify others. Think of the things we could say that would boldly proclaim the Gospel. Think of the things we could do to build up the Kingdom of God. Spend me this Pentecost asking the Holy Spirit to set you on fire and drive out your fear, as He did for the Apostles on the first Pentecost. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and kindle in them the fire of your love! Oremus pro invicem! Fr. Mike Welcome Home! We welcome to our parish family those who have recently registered. Jonathan, Jenelle, Avery & Olivia Bishop Kevin, Candice, Samantha & Calvin Brown Thomas, Brenda & Luca Cioccio Richard Dietz & Marianne Troiano-Dietz Bradley, Abbriana & Mason Eckendahl and Aubree Rouse Amy Fleissner Corey Heilman Jason & Erin Huber Christopher & Morgan Keller Linda Le erle Joshua Malone Christopher, Katy, Abigail & Evelyn Mascaro Samuel, Janet & Jason Stojanovic May you make St. Richard Parish your spiritual home to grow in faith, hope and love and help our parish community to spread the Good News. May They Rest in Peace Please remember in your prayers Dorothy Schuchert, Dolores Gheri, mother of Donna Le erle, Robert Rivers, husband of Doreen and all the deceased members of our parish. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

4 FAITH FORMATION Upcoming Events and Activities: 8th Grade Confirma=on Make-up Mee=ng #2 will be held on Sunday, May 20 from 6:30-7:30 pm. Maranatha signups are available online. St. Richard will be hos ng the annual Maranatha summer program from June Happy Pentecost!! Did you know that Pentecost comes from the Greek word for "fiftieth". The reason is that Pentecost is the fiftieth day after Easter Sunday. We celebrate the decent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles today! Jesus Res cues Us! Vacation Bible School June In partnership with St. Catherine of Sweden 9 am-noon Join us or be a volunteer! Sign up online or grab a form in the narthex! YOUTH MINISTRY

5 PARISH MINISTRY Reflec on On this Feast of Pentecost, when we remember the Holy Spirit descending on Mary and the Apostles in the Upper Room, we con nue our month of special devo on to our Blessed Mother. The following is an excerpt from a homily by Saint Irenaeus wri en in the late 100 s where he reflects on Mary as the New Eve. The Lord, coming into his own crea on in visible form, was sustained by his own crea on which he himself sustains in being. His obedience on the tree of the cross reversed the disobedience at the tree in Eden; the good news of the truth announced by an angel to Mary, a virgin subject to a husband, undid the evil lie that seduced Eve, a virgin espoused to a husband. As Eve was seduced by the word of an angel and so fled from God a er disobeying his word, Mary in her turn was given the good news by the word of an angel, and bore God in obedience to his word. As Eve was seduced into disobedience to God, so Mary was persuaded into obedience to God; thus the Virgin Mary became the advocate of the virgin Eve. Christ gathered all things into one, by gathering them into himself. He declared war against our enemy, crushed him who at the beginning had taken us cap ve in Adam, and trampled on his head, in accordance with God s words to the serpent in Genesis: I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed; he shall lie in wait for your head, and you shall lie in wait for his heel. The one lying in wait for the serpent s head is the one who was born in the likeness of Adam from the woman, the Virgin. This is the seed spoken of by Paul in the le er to the Gala ans: The law of works was in force un l the seed should come to whom the promise was made. Sick or Shut In Do you know of someone in our parish who is sick or shut in and in need of Holy Communion or simply a visit from us? Because of privacy rules, we are o en unaware of who from our parish is in the hospital. And when our brothers and sisters come home from the hospital, they may be unable to a end Mass while they recover. We want to be able to bring them the gi of the Holy Eucharist and arrange for visits with the Ladies of Charity of our parish. Please be our eyes and ears in the community so we can carry out our parish mission statement which states that Impassioned by our love for Christ, we reach out and serve the needs of our en re community. Contact Mary Jordan at the parish office. Service and Outreach Volunteer Opportuni es Whatsoever you do to the least of my people, that you do unto me. The words from this familiar hymn remind us that we are all called to share our me and talent with those in need. Our parish offers a variety of ways to reach out to our brothers and sisters who may need comfort, compassion and love. If you would like more informa on about any of these ministries, please contact Mary Jordan at the parish office. Comfort Blanket Ministry: This group makes comfort blankets to be given to those who are going through difficult mes as a symbol of the prayers and concern of the parish family. They meet on Monday mornings at 9:30 am, but many helping hands work from their own homes according to their own schedules. Funeral Luncheon Commi ee: These angels of mercy coordinate the setup, serving and cleanup for the funeral luncheons held in our parish social hall. The families provide the food. Food Bank: As a parish, we generously support the North Hills Community Outreach. Volunteers are then needed to pick up and deliver our dona ons. Good Neighbor Program: These generous individuals and families provide meals for those in a crisis situa on or who are dealing with serious illness. This program also includes Handy Helpers to assist those who are temporarily unable to do simple household tasks. Stephen Ministry: These trained ministers provide one on one Chris an support to individuals going through life transi on or crisis. This program began in 1975 in a Lutheran Church in Missouri and is now worldwide in congrega ons of all denomina ons. Welcome Commi ee: These angels of hospitality welcome new parish members through personal phone calls, face-to-face encounters and delivering a welcoming gi to their home. They introduce new members to our Parish ministries and resources and help new members to feel welcome in their new Parish home. Forever I Do Marriage Ministry This Wednesday, May 23 will conclude our Beloved ~ Living Marriage Series. Topics include: Protec ng the Bond ~ How can we protect and preserve the bonds that keep us together? Sexuality and Authen c Love ~ What if there is an authen c love that encompasses our physical, emo onal, and spiritual life together in marriage? Remember that marriage isn't 50/50 divorce is 50/50. Marriage has to be 100/100. It's not spli ng everything in half, but both partners giving everything they ve got. ~ Dave Willis

6 OUT AND ABOUT Musical Camp Saint Joseph High School is having a musical camp the week of June from 9:00 am to noon for students entering grades 4-8 in the fall. The cost is $25/camper. Visit for the online form. Ques ons? Contact Jane Susa at or jsusa@saintjosephhs.com. Blessings for Benjamin Cash Bash Join us Friday, June 8 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm (doors open at 6:00 pm) for a fundraiser for Benjamin Adams, a parishioner of St. Victor Parish in Bairdford. Ben is eight years old and has Spas c Cerebral Palsy and is unable to walk or talk. His medical team has recommended surgery which will give Ben the ability to stretch out his legs and learn to walk. Ben is having surgery in July; however the doctor performing it does not accept insurance. This fundraiser will help to cover the expense. The fundraiser will be held at the West Deer Fire Hall #1, 1520 Saxonburg Blvd in Tarentum. Tickets are $25 in advance or at the door. Ticket includes food, beer, wine, music, and FUN! Only 500 ckets sold. Please call Jennifer Adams for more info or ckets, Fes val of Praise for Voca ons Come to praise God for the four men to be ordained to the diaconate and pray for an increase in priestly voca ons at the Fes val of Praise for Voca ons held on Thursday, June 21 at 7:00 pm at St. Paul Seminary. Bishop Zubik will preside over a holy hour and me of adora on. John Trabbic and his band will lead praise. There will also be opportunity for confession and a light recep on. For more informa on, contact Theresa Sullivan at tsullivan@diopi.org or MUSIC MINISTRY St. Richard Choir Thanks to our choir for a season of beau ful singing! We are grateful for their commitment to the music ministry. They will enjoy a summer hiatus un l rehearsals resume in September. Diocesan Vic m Assistance Hotline phone number is The State of PA Child Protec ve Services telephone number is PARISH NEWS Engaged and Soon-To-Be-Engaged Couples Join us for A Joy-Filled Marriage at St. Richard Parish the weekend of June for a lively, insigh ul and resourceful weekend experience with your future spouse. You will gain the wisdom, receive the tools and ignite the passion to help form a thriving marriage. Topics include: What are you saying I Do to?, Communica- on, Love Styles, Resolving Conflict, and Building Happiness. Our marriage prepara on weekend meets the Diocese of Pi sburgh requirements. To register for this weekend go to renewtheido.org. Scholarships are available! For any ques ons or inquiries for scholarships, please contact Ashley Dillon at ashley@renewtheido.org or call ext Weekend schedule: Friday, June 22 from 6:30-9:00 pm Wine and Pizza Dinner at Adrian's Pizza Restaurant on Gibsonia Road Saturday, June 23 & Sunday, June 24 sessions are from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm in the St. Richard Parish Social Hall. Dear Fr. Conway and parishioners Birthright of Pi sburgh expresses our sincere apprecia on to you as pastor and the most generous parishioners of Saint Richard Parish for the gi of $2,500 for the annual Red Rose Day collec on held in January. We are absolutely overwhelmed by the kindness of dona on. The financial support your parishioners contributed enables Birthright to help pregnant girls and women to bring their babies to term and cherish every breath of life. Birthright of Pi sburgh commemorates 47 years of providing alterna ves to abor on by offering hope and dignity to pregnant women. Trained volunteers offer free pregnancy tests, referrals, compassion, nonjudgmental friendship, guidance and material assistance. In addi on, free baby clothing, diapers and baby items ae given to new mothers. Many thanks for your assistance in helping mothers and fathers encountering unexpected pregnancies. Please be assured that your financial support will benefit those we serve. Please con nue to keep the unborn and their parents in your hearts and prayers Sincerely, Paula A. Smith, Execu ve Director

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10 MEETINGS & ACTIVITIES STAFF DIRECTORY Second Collection Catholic Relief Services, Church in Latin America, Central & Eastern Europe and Asia Sunday, May 20 6:30 pm 8th Grade Confirmation Class #2 (make up class) - Social Hall 7:00 pm 8th Grade Confirmation Retreat Planning Meeting - Downstairs Monday, May 21 4:30 pm Ladies of Charity - Comfort Room 7:15 pm Youth Handbells - Church 8:00 pm Adult Handbells - Church Tuesday, May 22 7:00 pm Prayer Group - Church Wednesday, May 23 6:00 pm Beloved Series - Charity Room 6:00 pm CYM Softball - Field 7:00 pm Appalachia Core Team Meeting - Youth Room Thursday, May 24 9:30 am Sanctuary Helpers - Team 6 9:00 pm Catholic Men s Fellowship - Social Hall Friday, May 25 NO ACTIVITIES Appalachia Collection at all Masses Saturday, May 26 9:30 am Dustbusters - Team 5 Sunday, May 27 NO ACTIVITIES Receive the Holy Spirit A er his resurrec on from the dead Jesus appears to his anxious Apostles and, knowing their fear and uncertainty, pours forth the Holy Spirit upon them and bestows the gi of peace. For the next forty days he promises that he will be with them always and that he will send the Advocate to be with them as they will be called to con nue his work in the world. Finally, a er ascending to heaven, Jesus sends forth his Spirit at Pentecost to fill the Apostles with confidence and courage in order to go out to all the world to tell the good news and grow the Church. As the On Mission for The Church Alive! ini a ve con nues to unfold we are called to prayer for a new Pentecost in the Church of Pi sburgh. This new outpouring of the Holy Spirit can bestow the peace we seek in the midst of change and planning for the future. God s Spirit can also fill us with the confidence and courage that all of us clergy and faithful alike will need to do our part to build up the Church and make it ever more alive! To learn more and to stay informed visit onmissionchurchalive.org. Rev. Michael Conway, Administrator Ext. 111 fathermike@saintrich.org Deacon Gary Molitor Ext. 129 garym@saintrich.org Ben Barcaskey, Facili es Manager Ext. 123 benb@saintrich.org Judi Hoffman, Recep onist/religious Educa on Ext. 119 judi@saintrich.org Mary Jordan, Pastoral Associate Ext. 112 mary@saintrich.org Joy Kella, Admin. Assistant/Religious Educa on Ext. 119 joyk@saintrich.org Lar McGrath, Custodian Ext. 123 Sharon McGrath, Administra ve Assistant Ext. 110 sharonm@saintrich.org Taylor McKeegan, Youth Minister Ext. 117 taylorf@saintrich.org Don Ruby, Youth Minister-EDGE Ext. 117 donr@saintrich.org Diane Rudolph, Director of Music Ministry Ext. 122 diane@saintrich.org Holly Smith, Faith Forma on Program Coordinator/Mul -media Director Ext. 115 hollys@saintrich.org Daniel Stover, Business Manager Ext. 120 dstover@saintrich.org St. Richard Fax Number