Pray the Rosary during May... the month of Mary! Historic St. Mary s Church, Lancaster, PA May 15, Mass Intentions for the Week

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2 Historic St. Mary s Church, Lancaster, PA May 15, 2011 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Our Forty Hours Eucharistic Devotion begins this Sunday. Schedule time in the presence of the Easter sacrament, the Risen Christ in the Eucharist, by taking time during your busy day to pray in this holy space before the Most Blessed Sacrament. We need to be strengthened by Christ s abiding presence. Bring family and friends each evening at 7:00 pm for what you ll experience as a mini-retreat. We are so blessed to have our own native son, Fr. Pang Tcheou preach this Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights. A wonderful and pastoral homilist, Fr. Tcheou will guide us closer to Christ in a spiritual journey that you won t want to miss. As a special blessing, our Bishop, Joseph McFadden, will join us on Tuesday evening. God willing, I ll see all of you there. When our children are young, we tell them not to talk to strangers. This is good advice. Clearly not everyone has your child s best interest in mind. So why would we ever follow the voice of a stranger? That is the question our Gospel poses to us today. Jesus makes it clear that He s talking about our salvation; He s the One who came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. Why would we follow any voice but His? Why would we care about what anyone else thinks? Why would we rely on anyone else s assurances? He certainly doesn t ask us to go anywhere that He has not already gone. As the Good Shepherd, Jesus leads us. Let us follow Him and Him alone! These past few weeks have been such a joy for me as I have witnessed your sons and daughters receive their First Holy Communion. With such a longing in their hearts and with such innocence, they have come to receive the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Christ. As a community, let us pray for them and for ourselves that we may all receive worthily, that we will come with open hearts to receive Christ who makes all things new. My prayer for you, as parents of these children, is that you not only bring them weekly to receive Christ, but that you take time to nourish His presence in them through your conversations and prayers with them. In Communion with Christ, we are called not only to be but to live as God s holy saints. May our lives draw others to Christ who abides with us in the Eucharist that we receive. Mark your calendars now! Our parish family PICNIC is on June 5 at the Strasburg Jaycee Park. We work, pray and play together; we are family! It s always a fun and relaxing event for all. Make this a happening that you refuse to miss. Catechism Question of the Week: True or False: Parents are no longer bound to choose a saint s name or a name that expresses a Christian mystery or virtue for their child. They can now even choose a name that is foreign to Christian sentiment for their child? (See CCC 2156) With family, friends and those you meet, please discuss the following Question of the Week: How do I picture heaven? In Christ s Peace, Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, May 14: 5:30 Dorothy Lawrence (Will Lawrence) Sunday, May 15: 8:30 Carmelo & Flavia Canamucio (Joe & Amy Clupp) 11:00 Parishioners & Friends (Fr. Leo) Monday, May 16: 12:05 Louise Schmalhofer (Bruno Schmalhofer) Tuesday, May 17: 12:05 Richard Blankenmeyer (Joan Wike) Wednesday, May 18: 12:05 Zachary Lefever (Earl & Lois Rebman) Thursday, May 19: 12:05 Thomas McEvoy (Tom & Georgette Young) Friday, May 20: 9:30 Willow Valley Lakes: Margaret R. Kaetz 12:05 Henry W. Young (Gloria Young) Saturday, May 21: 8:00 Jeanette Gigl (Rosalie Gross) 5:30 Parishioners & Friends (Fr. Leo) Sunday, May 22: 8:30 Andrew Melnick - First anniversary of his death (Bereavement) 11:00 Pearl Flynn - first anniversary of her death (Bereavement) Important Dates All meetings held in the Marian library unless otherwise noted. May Forty Hours Service (church) - 7:00 pm 17 Choir Rehearsal (church) - 6:15 pm 19 Choir Rehearsal (music room) - 7:00 pm 20 Rosary Group (nursery) - 10:00 am 20 Wedding Rehearsal (church) - 4:00 pm 20 Community Meal (cafeteria) - 5:30 pm 21 Legacy Project Brainstorming Session - 8:30 am 21 Wedding (church) - 2:30 pm 21 Confessions (church) - 4:00 pm 22 Choir Rehearsal (church) - 10:00 am 22 High School Senior Recognition Luncheon (cafeteria) - 12:00 pm 22 Mass of Anointing (church) - 2:00 pm 22 Mass of Anointing Reception (rectory) - 3:30 pm 22 Youth Group (school) - 6:00 pm Pray the Rosary during May... the month of Mary! Of all prayers, the rosary is the most beautiful and the richest in grace; of all it is the one most pleasing to Mary, the Virgin most holy. St. Pius X

3 Fourth Sunday of Easter Stewardship Tithing: God s Plan for Giving Tithing weekend of May 8, 2011: $15,289 Student offerings: $2 From Fr. Leo. Jesus says, I came that they may have life, and have it to the full. Good stewards are grateful for the gift of life and joyfully share their abundance with others. From the Pews. I wish we hadn t procrastinated about tithing. What a better way to live! Quote Worth Reading. I never would have been able to tithe the first million dollars I ever made if I had not tithed my first salary, which was $1.50 per week. John D. Rockefeller, Sr. My child s good deed for the week. Several of our children offered these as their tithe in addition to their financial gift: I cheered for my teammates at my baseball game. I tried my best at our lacrosse tournament. I said to my Mom that she picked out a good Daddy for me. Opportunities for Non-St. Mary s Portion of Tithe. June 12 Pentecost Collection to Fund Education of Future Priests and Care of Sick Priests Notes from organizations who received money from St. Mary s Tithe the Tithe: Thank you for your generous contribution of $1,843 to Catholic Charities USA. With your gift, you are adding your voice to those who believe each person needs to live with dignity and respect, and helping us focus national attention on poverty reduction as a priority America. Rev. Larry Snyder, President Thank you for your gift of $ With the support of friends such as you, we can continue to offset Lancaster City's budget and give our entire police force much-needed supplies, critical equipment and lifesaving programs to help them fight the war against crime. Andrew H. Vogel III, Lancaster City Police Foundation The Blessed Virgin Mary stands as our model of stewardship. She teaches us to trust in God completely. Her life embodied love, service and faithfulness. We turn to Mary for inspiration and comfort when we struggle to be good stewards. Have a blessed Easter season! From the Parish Office St. Mary s Annual Parish Picnic Sunday, June 5, 12:00-5:00 pm Strasburg Jaycee Park FOOD! GAMES! FUN! Mark your calendar now! Your help is needed! Sign up in the vestibule of the church to help set up, cook, tend food tables, clean up or plan games for children and families! Wedding Banns. Michael Brookstein & Stephanie Schott, June 4, Maintenance Person Needed. St. Mary s will have a part-time (25 hours/week) opening for a person to clean and help maintain our school building. Duties include cleaning, trash removal, painting, minor repair work, etc. Some weekend work required. Please contact Tina in the rectory office, or tina@stmaryslancaster.org. Advertiser of the Week. Smith s Service Center Our thanks to Smith s Service Center and all our sponsors for advertising in our bulletin. Please patronize them and thank them for advertising. It is because of them that our bulletin is possible. Happy Birthday in May! Frank Theis (92 years old on May 6) 635 Willow Valley Sq., H-106 Lancaster, PA Mary Fulton (96 years old on May 7) St. Anne s - Room Columbia Ave. Columbia, PA Gladys Treier (96 years old on May 14) St. Anne s - Room Columbia Ave. Columbia, PA Prayer Corner. Send forth Your Spirit, Lord, into the hearts of Your faithful people, that we may be conscious of our vocation to holiness and service to others. Grant that many of us may dedicate ourselves to You through the priesthood, religious life and the lay ministries. We make this prayer through Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.

4 Historic St. Mary s Church, Lancaster, PA Religious Education Contact Anne Barnes or reled@stmaryslancaster.org New Student Registration. Children who will be attending Religious Education classes at St. Mary s for the first time next fall can begin registering now. Parents may go to St. Mary s website, and click on Religious Education to get registration forms, or they can simply call the office to register over the phone. Children who are four years of age are welcome to begin in the preschool class. First-grade through eighth-grade students of St. Mary s families who are not enrolled in a Catholic school or home-schooled in a Catholic curriculum are expected to attend. Please note: To be eligible to receive First Holy Communion at the end of second grade, students need to attend class regularly throughout first and second grade. Confirmation Service Opportunity. Students going into grades 7 and 8 next year can start working on Confirmation service experiences this summer. Sign-up for the Summer Outreach Camp being held July 25-29! Call Silvia Doe, , to register. RCIA Contact Tim or Michele Quigley or quigley@family-centered.com Tuesday, May 17, 6:45 pm in the church for our Forty Hours Devotions Liturgy Contact Don Peris or DPeris@verizon.net Scripture Readings for Next Sunday. May 22 Fifth Sunday of Easter Acts 6:1-7; Psalm 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19; 1 Peter 2:4-9; John 14:1-12 St. Mary s Mass on Comcast TV. St. Mary s 11:00 am Mass on Sunday is broadcast on Comcast TV Channel 95 later the same day (Sunday) at 6:00 pm and then again on Monday at 3:00 pm. Many, many thanks to Knights of Columbus Council #867 for underwriting one-half of our monthly cost to broadcast the Mass! Youth Ministry May 15, 2011 Contact Silvia Doe or stmarysyouth@hotmail.com High School: Sundays, 6:00-8:00 pm Middle School: Dates and times to be announced May 15 Pizza at 6:00 pm - families invited! (middle & high school) followed by Forty Hours Service with Fr. Pang Tcheou at 7:00 pm (Monday & Tuesday) Forty Hours Service at 7:00 pm 22 Senior Recognition Luncheon - 12:00 noon (middle & high school) Dead Theologian Society - 6:00 pm (high school) Vacation Bible School Contact Marissa Schwartz, , or Mary Weiland, Don't forget to register by May 31 for Pandamania Where God is Wild about Us! This year s theme celebrates God's very personal love for us through crafts, games, daily Bible Adventures and a focus on the sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist. All children Pre-K (age 4) to Grade 6 are welcome. Pandamania will be held in the school building located at St. Mary's from 9:00 am-12:00 pm from June 27 July 1. Registration is NOW AVAILABLE on the parish website, under "Religious Education." Donations Needed! Please stop by the donation board at the back of the Church after Mass. There are many snack and craft items that we need to make Vacation School happen for our children. We are asking for all items to be returned by Sunday, May 29, to bins at the back of the church. We thank you for your support! Other Happenings in the Parish Car Wash. Our teens will make your car clean and shiny and proceeds will benefit their journey to Pine Ridge Reservation in SD! The car wash will be held on Saturday, May 21, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon in the parking lot of Aichele & Frey Family Practice Associates, 2605 Willow Street Pike N, Willow Street (just north of K-Mart).

5 Fourth Sunday of Easter Pro-Life Contact Anne Marie DiCarlo or St. Mary s Pro-Life Mass Saturday, May 28, 8:00 am Thank You! Thank you to all who purchased a flower for mom on Mother s Day in support of A Woman s Concern. The flower sale and donations totaled $835 and a check was sent to this pro-life pregnancy center here in Lancaster. R ESEARCH ON HUMAN EMBRYOS/STEM CELLS It is immoral to produce human embryos intended for exploitation as disposable biological material. (CCC 2275) Since it must be treated from conception as a person, the embryo must be defended in its integrity, cared for, and healed, as far as possible, like any other human being. (CCC 2274) from The Catechism On Life Issues, From A to Z, Respect Life Office, Diocese of Harrisburg From St. Mary s Archives During the Revolutionary War a number of English bigots were in the habit of congregating in Old St. Mary s Church on certain days and drinking themselves beastly drunk on punch, when they would sing ribald songs and do as they pleased. Among the soldiers stationed in Lancaster were some Irishmen and Frenchmen, and a number of each determined to teach the desecraters a lesson. In consequence, on St. Patrick s night in 1778, they secreted themselves in the old cemetery, and when the drunken crowd attempted to force open the church door, which had been barred against them, fired upon them. A great ado was made over the affair, as a number had been wounded, and the morning afterwards the troops were called out at the camp grounds and the men who had done the shooting were ordered to ground arms and step to the front, which forty-nine did. They were marched before General Steuben, who was in command, and that gentleman, after satisfying himself of the truthfulness of the charge which prompted the men to do the shooting, discharged them without even a reprimand. From The Catholic Church at Lancaster, Pa by Samuel M. Sener In & Around the Diocese The Order of Malta Defense of Faith Series. God found me hiding...a story of discovery. Friday, May 20, at St. John Neumann Church. Mass at 7:00 am, presentation at 7:45 am, continental breakfast at 8:30 am. Guest speaker will be our very own Chris Addis. More information at Mary s Sisterhood of Spirituality. St. Joseph s Church invites all women to this time of spiritual reflection and blessing, which will be held in their church on Wednesday, May 18, at 7:00 pm. Jeanette Clark will speak on Mary, followed by High Tea and fellowship in the hall. Jeanette worked for the Archdiocese of Denver as the Director of the Office of Christian Initiation. She has a Master's Degree from John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family in Washington, D.C. Please RSVP to Sharon Trani at by Monday, May 16. Holy Family Radio Volunteers Needed. Holy Family radio needs about 20 volunteers who will visit neighboring parishes to give a pre-written message as part of their pledge drive for the upcoming Catholic radio station. If you can help, plan to attend a training session at Sacred Heart Church, Lancaster. Meet in the lower Church on Sunday, June 5, from 2:00-4:00 pm. Enter through the Nevin Street door. Contact Betty Girvin at for more information. Interfaith Prayer Breakfast. Father Paul Schenck, the founding director of the National Pro-Life Action Center in Washington, DC, will speak at this free breakfast on June 5, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, at St. James Hall, Lititz. All are welcome to attend. A free will offering will be taken to benefit House of His Creation, A Woman s Concern, and Mom s House. Reservations can be made by contacting bndpns@gmail.com or no later than May 25. Question of the Week. How do I picture heaven? John 14:1-12 Catechism Question of the Week. True or False: Parents are no longer bound to choose a saint s name or a name that expresses a Christian mystery or virtue for their child. They can now even choose a name that is foreign to Christian sentiment for their child. (CCC 2156) The Good Shepherd is risen! He who laid down His life for His sheep, who died for His flock, He is risen, alleluia!

6 Historic St. Mary s Church, Lancaster, PA May 15, 2011 Vocations Contact Fr. Raymond LaVoie x 282 or frlavoie@hbgdiocese.org World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Today, Good Shepherd Sunday, is a special celebration of our Christian vocation. The worldwide Church unites in prayer on the Word Day of Prayer for Vocations. The Good Shepherd calls us and guides us on our Christian journey. By our Baptism we are all called, chosen, and sent to carry on the mission of Jesus. Discernment Retreats Offered. Quo Vadis Days. Attention all Catholic young men ages The Lord in His love has a great and wonderful plan for you! Jesus plan for some men is to be one of His priests. You are invited to attend the Diocese of Harrisburg s Quo Vadis Days vocation discernment retreat to spend time with other men your age in recreation, fellowship, prayer and discussion to help you explore our Lord s call in your life. Activities include Holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Liturgy of the Hours, Rosary, hiking, games, bonfires, sports, great food and discussions. Quo Vadis Days will be held June at Mount St. Mary s University and Seminary. Fiat Days. Attention all Catholic young women ages Our Lord Jesus Christ has a great plan and mission for you! You are invited to attend the Diocese of Harrisburg s 4th Annual Fiat Days vocation discernment retreat to spend time with other women your age as you listen to the Lord s call in your life while having fun. Activities include Holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, sports, games, great food, talks and more. Fiat Days will be held June at Mount St. Mary s University and Seminary. There is no cost for either retreat due to the generosity of anonymous donors. For a registration packet or for more information, contact the Office of Vocations, x282. Forms may also be downloaded at Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life, especially for our diocese. Pray that God will raise up good shepherds in our midst. If you think God is calling you to service the Church, contact Fr. Leo in the rectory or Fr. LaVoie at the number listed above. Family Life Contact Joe Clupp or jclupp@msn.com Mass of Anointing of the Sick. This special Mass will be held on Sunday, May 22, at 2:00 pm. This is a special time of blessing for our parish. If you would like to attend, need a ride, or can help at the Mass, please call Fran Sescilla, Natural Family Planning. NFP is a safe and ethical way to achieve or postpone a pregnancy. For more information on the Sympto-Thermal Method of NFP, call Mary Theresa Squierdo, For more information on the Creighton Model Fertility Care System, contact Laurie Weitzel, Family Retreat Opportunity. Looking for a great family vacation that also deepens your relationship with God? Consider Summer Family Retreat Week in Cape May, NJ, at the Marianist Retreat Center for a Christ-centered week of fun and celebrating family liturgies with other families. Weeks available are from June 27 through August 22. See flyers in the vestibule or visit For Your Marriage. What is the one indispensable ingredient for making marriages work? Family life educators usually answer communication. This is good news, because effective communication can be learned. To find out more, visit Did you know? Pope John Paul II Beatification. In the beatification proclamation, Pope Benedict said that after a consultation with many bishops and faithful and a study by the Congregation for Saints Causes, he had decided that the venerable servant of God, John Paul II, Pope, henceforth will be called blessed and his feast will be October 22, the anniversary of the inauguration of his pontificate in Italian police said that for the beatification Mass, more than 1 million people were gathered in an around the Vatican and in front of large video screens in several parts of Rome. The next morning, 60,000 people gathered in St. Peter s Square for a Mass in thanksgiving for the beatification. ( Mark Your Calendar! Friends of St. Mary's Fundraiser Event to benefit Historic St. Mary s Education Fund This year's event will be held September 25 at the Revere Tavern, Lincoln Highway E. For more information, call Jack Segro at

7 Fourth Sunday of Easter Our Annual Forty Hours Eucharistic Devotion Sunday-Tuesday, May During our Eucharistic Devotion, time will be available for private meditation in the presence of the exposed Blessed Sacrament each afternoon from 12:30-7:00 pm. Each evening at 7:00 pm, we will gather as a community for evening prayer, a Eucharistic meditation, and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Please sign up for one or more of the half-hour time slots during this three-day period. While you are invited to stop by anytime, this signup will ensure that Our Lord is never left alone on the altar. Our speaker each evening at 7:00 pm will be Rev. Pang Tcheou. Bishop Joseph McFadden will be here at St. Mary s at the closing of Forty Hours on Tuesday evening. Free parking is available each evening in the Lancaster Newspaper Garage. Watch with Me, pray with Me, stay with Me.

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