Church of St. Anne. A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust + A Parish in the Diocese of Greensburg

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1 Church of St. Anne A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust + A Parish in the Diocese of Greensburg 1870 Rostraver Road, Rostraver Township, Pennsylvania The Reverend Vincent J. Gigliotti, Pastor vgigliotti@dioceseofgreensburg.org First Sunday of Lent ~ March 10, 2019 EUCHARISTIC LITURGIES Weekends: Saturday :30PM Sunday AM & 11AM Weekdays & Holy Day Consult Mass schedule inside the bulletin. Sacrament of Reconciliation The Sacrament is celebrated on Saturdays. ** Parish Office Hours ** Sunday: 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. 12:00 Noon until 1:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (Out for Lunch: Noon until 1:00 p.m.) Thursday: 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 Noon Evenings by Appointment Parish Telephone Numbers Parish Office: Fax: Office of Faith Formation: Website: Bishop Malesic talks about how the Diocesan Lenten Appeal builds our parishes. Watch the video at dioceseofgreensburg.org/hope In our parishes, the Lenten Appeal makes renovations and repairs possible. At Holy Cross Parish in Youngwood, Father William C. McGuirk and his parishioners received more than $40,000 from the Diocesan Lenten Appeal last year. They used it to renovate the social hall and remodel its kitchen, making it a more pleasant gathering space for the parish community.

2 First Sunday of Lent March 10, 2019 Page 2 FAITH FORMATION-ORGANIZATIONS MINISTRIES-PRAYER GROUPS Faith Formation ~ Grades 1, 2 & 3: Students attend class every Sunday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. according to a previously mailed schedule. Faith Formation ~ Grades 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8: Students attend class on biweekly Mondays from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. according to a previously mailed schedule. Please Note: Schedules are also available on the Website, Baptism Preparation Class (Pre-Jordan): Parents and sponsors are required to participate before the day of Baptism. To register for an upcoming class, call the Office of Faith Formation, * * * * * * * * * * New Society: Members meet Tuesdays at 12:00 noon for afternoon fellowship, unless otherwise planned. Christian Mothers: Members gather trimonthly and attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass on the third Sunday of the month followed by a business meeting, unless otherwise planned. Holy Name Society: Members attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass on the second Sunday of the month followed by a business meeting, unless otherwise planned. * * * * * * * * * Sr. High Youth Ministry ~ Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12: Monthly meetings are held on the second Sunday of the month, unless otherwise planned. Respect Life Ministry: Mary Harris ~ Outreach Ministry: Are you a housebound parishioner needing company; a caregiver needing a break from an everyday routine? Please call the Parish Office, Prayer Shawl Ministry: Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., unless otherwise planned. * * * * * * * * * Disciples of Prayer: Do you need someone to pray for you or for your special intentions? Please call the Parish Office, The Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Gatherings are held every Thursday at 3:00 p.m. unless otherwise mentioned. Call the Parish Office, , for more information. Service Men and Women Prayer Requests: As we would like to remember those parishioners or family members who are serving in an area of conflict, please notify the Parish Office so that we can keep them in prayer. Prayer Requests: General requests will be mentioned at Mass during the General Intercessions and should focus on a) the needs of the Church, b) for public authorities and salvation of the whole world, c) for those burdened by any difficulty, d) for the local community. Please your requests to Father Vince, vgigliotti@dioceseofgreensburg.org. REVELATION THE KINGDOM YET TO COME will continue with Session Seven this Thursday, March 14, at 10:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. in the Social Hall. For more information, please call Barbara, , or her, bzucconi@dioceseofgreensburg.org. OUR LENTEN FOOD DRIVE CONTINUES NEXT WEEKEND! You can bring your nonperishable goods with you to Mass next weekend, March 16/17. These goods will be taken to and are always appreciated by the Rostraver Food Bank at Fells Methodist Church. DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN, GREENSBURG, will host a Lenten Evening of Recollection at St. Emma Monastery, 1001 Harvey Street, Greensburg, 15601, on Tuesday, March 19, from 3:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Bishop Edward Malesic will be homilist. The cost is $ For more information, please call Christian Mother, Irene Coulson, Register early! ATTENTION, MEMBERS OF THE CHRISTIAN MOTHERS: Members will gather for the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday, April 7, and a meeting will follow the Mass. Yearly dues of $10.00 may be paid at this meeting or anytime throughout the year through the collection basket in an envelope marked Christian Mothers. **ST. SEBASTIAN REGIONAL SCHOOL NEWS** Disney Trip Tickets are on sale now; $10.00 each. Stop at the School to pick one up. Math Madness Night, this Thursday, March 14 all children, PreK-7, are welcome, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thank you for all of your support! LEGION OF MARY ACIES will take place at Our Lady of Grace Church, 1011 Mt. Pleasant Road, Greensburg, 15601, next Sunday, March 17. Bishop Malesic will celebrate Mass at 10:30 a.m. followed by the Rosary, Legion Prayers and Act of Consecration to Our Lady. All active and auxiliary members are requested to attend. For details, contact Henna, hennab@comcast.net. JOURNEY THROUGH LOSS AND LIFE CHANGES is a monthly gathering for adults working through life changes and/or loss. Sessions are offered on the second Wednesday of each month, the next one being this Wednesday, March 13, at 5:30 p.m. in St Sebastian Parish Center, 801 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon, The group is facilitated by Amanda Minardi, VITAS Healthcare. To register or for more information, Amanda.minardi@vitas.com or call Walk-ins are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. Advertiser of the Week SHOP n SAVE Please support our advertisers who make our bulletin possible.

3 First Sunday of Lent March 10, 2019 Page 3 ATTENTION: HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OF THE CHURCH OF ST. ANNE! The Holy Name Society is offering a chance to win two scholarship awards, one for $1,000 and one for $500. If you are graduating in the Spring of 2019 and have been accepted into a college or postsecondary school in the Fall of 2019, and are an active and registered member of the Parish, then you are eligible to apply. Applicants are required to write an original essay according to the designated topic noted on the application. The scholarship money is to be used for any cost associated with higher learning and is offered to promote the ideals and values of the Holy Name Society and the Church. All submitted entries must be accompanied by an original application which may be picked up at the Parish Office through today, Sunday, March 10, after both Masses. All other details are noted on the application. LENTEN LITURGY/LUNCH, sponsored by the Belle Vernon Area Ministerium, from Noon until 1:00 p.m. will be held at Rehoboth Presbyterian Church, 442 Rehoboth Church Road, Belle Vernon, 15012, this Wednesday, March 13. All are invited. ATTENTION, MEN 18 & OVER! THE WELL MEN S CONFERENCE. What are you looking for? Come and Be Renewed is a group of men gathering created by the Men s Ministry Team in the Diocese of Greensburg seeking to bring other men to Christ. The Conference is designed to bring men closer to Christ by helping them explore topics through small group workshops, open discussions and prayer. It will be held on Saturday, March 30, at Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School and is open to men 18 years of age and older. For more details check out the Diocesan website, Registration deadline is Friday, March 22. Pre-registration is $25.00; at the door, $ The registration fee includes breakfast, lunch and workshops. LENT IS A FAVORABLE SEASON for opening the doors to all those in need and recognizing in them the face of Christ. Pope Francis **CATHOLIC CHARITIES EVENT** The 21st Annual Communities of Salt and Light Awards Dinner is set for Thursday, April 25, at 6:00 p.m. at Stratigos Banquet Centre, 131 Colonial Valley Road, North Huntingdon, Bishop Malesic will present the awards for humanitarianism, philanthropy and outstanding human services organization. All net proceeds benefit people in need in the four counties of the Diocese. Contact Director of Community Relations and Special Events, Heather Rady, , for sponsorship information. GOD S CAPACITY FOR FORGIVENESS Where is the foolish person who would think it in his or her power to commit more than God could forgive? St. Francis de Sales DIOCESAN LENTEN APPEAL! Once again this year we are being invited to participate in this annual appeal for many programs throughout the Diocese as well as building up funds of individual parishes. As mentioned in the letter you have received for the fund this year, all the renovations and expenses from last year s kitchen and hall problems were taken from our reserve savings account at the Diocese. So this year, in addition to our Diocesan goal of $52,215.00, we would like to raise that to build up our savings once again. There are other projects that will require some attention soon, and your generosity will help us achieve our goal. Thanks so much for your care and generosity toward this year s appeal, the theme of which is Open Your Heart to Hope. MAY HE REST IN PEACE! Our faithful friend and former staff member, JACK KERR, was laid to rest this past week. As many of you know, Jack was a cheerful, caring and generous friend to all who knew him. He faithfully served our Parish for many years and was always reliable to lend a hand. Rest in peace, and may your family be assured of our thoughts and prayers. CONTINUING CONVERSION at the Blessed Sacrament Cathedral in Greensburg Our RCIA Candidate this year is Thomas Legeza, who will be in attendance today with others from across the Diocese. Tom will be presented to Bishop Malesic as he begins his final preparation for the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist, which he will receive at the Easter Vigil Mass on Holy Saturday. Let us keep Tom and all of those who will be received into the Church this Easter in our prayers. STATIONS OF THE CROSS during Lent are held on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and on Fridays at 12:00 Noon. VITALANT BLOOD DRIVE! Units collected at the r e- cent blood drive were 23, which will benefit 69 individuals. We thank all of those who helped at this drive in any way and to those who responded with this gift of life. Donors were able to enjoy a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup following their donation. TAKE TIME TO SMILE! Noticing that their neighbors were moving, Sue said to her husband, Don. I see our neighbors have returned our grill. They ve had it for eight months, and I was afraid that in their move, they d take it with them by mistake. That was our grill, shouted Dan. I just paid twenty dollars for it at their yard sale. Make it a good week! And don t forget to smile. PARISH STEWARDSHIP ~ Sunday, March 3, Regular Sunday Envelopes: $ 6, Young Adult Envelopes: $ Child Envelope: $ 1.00 Loose: $ Poor Box: $ Votive: $ Weekend Collection Total: $ 7, Online Giving, 2/28/2019, through 3/06/2019: 19 families, Weekly Sunday Collection: $ Weekend Collection/Online Giving Total: $ 7,920.50

4 Masses for the Week FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT Saturday, March 9 4:30 p.m. Michael R. Bucci, Jr.-Mom, Helen Sunday, March 10 8:00 a.m. Parish Family 11:00 a.m. Deceased Members of the Martinik & Wardle Families Ralph & Rosemary Wardle & Family THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS ARE LOCKED FOR DAILY MASS & FOR PRIVATE PRAYER DURING USUAL CHURCH HOURS. PLEASE USE THE ELEVATOR LOBBY DOOR AT THE SIDE ENTRANCE TO ENTER THE CHURCH FOR DAILY MASS OR IF YOU WISH TO PRAY PRIVATELY. Monday, March 11 8:00 a.m. Novena-Our Lady of Perpetual Help Frank Duda-Mary, Tony & Roberta Tuesday, March 12 8:00 a.m. Deceased Members of the Rendulic & Vodopivec Families Wife, Mother & Daughter, Frances Rendulic Wednesday, March 13 8:00 a.m. Joseph Skraitz-Ann & Michael Lynch 6:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross Thursday, March 14 8:00 a.m. Novena-Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Anthony Barone-Pat Pizzica Cupper Friday, March 15 8:00 a.m. Matilda Havadich-Helen Carroll 12:00 Noon Stations of the Cross SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT Saturday, March 16 4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Delsandro Family Rich & Lynne Delsandro Sunday, March 17 8:00 a.m. Parish Family 11:00 a.m. Dorothy Beres-Beres Family SUNDAY & DAILY READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF THE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT Sunday: 24: Dt 26:4-10; Ps 91:1-2,10-15; Rom 10:8-13; Lk 4:1-13 Monday: 224: Lv 19:1-2,11-18; Ps 19:8-10,15; Mt 25:31-46 Tuesday: 225: Is 55:10-11; Ps 34:4-7,16-19; Mt 6:7-15 Wednesday: 226: Jon 3:1-10; Ps 51:3-4,12-13,18-19; Lk 11:29-32 Thursday: 227: Est C:12,14-16,23-25; Ps 138:1-3,7c-8; Mt 7:7-12 Friday: 228: Ez: 18-28; Ps 130:1-8; Mt 5:20-26 Saturday: 229: Dt 26:16-19; Ps 119:1-2,4-5,7-8; Mt 5:43-48 Sunday: 27: Gn 15:5-12,17-18; Ps 27:1,7-9,13-14; Phil 3:17 4:1 or Phil 3:20 4:1; Lk 9:28b-36 TRUST All three of today s readings speak of the need for faith. They remind us that as Lent begins, trust will see us through. God will act on our behalf. The Spirit will lead us. We simply must have faith. World Library Publications

5 Diocesan and Community Events LENTEN FISH FRYS Church of St. John the Baptist, 3332 Pittsburgh Road, Perryopolis, 15473, every Friday during Lent from Noon until 6:30 p.m. Menu includes hand-breaded or baked cod served with a bun, $7.00. Sides include pierogis, haluski, baked macaroni & cheese, green beans and cole slaw for $2.50 each. Extras for $1.00 are a slice of homemade cake, soft drinks, coffee and bottled water. Available also are homemade pierogis/dozen: cooked for $10.00; frozen, $9.00. Dine-In or Take-Out. Please call ahead for take-outs, St. Joan of Arc Church, Route 40 (across from Fort Necessity): Lunch is fr om 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Luncheon dinner includes a fried cod fish sandwich, French fries and coleslaw or applesauce for $8.00. Dinner will be served from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and includes fried or baked cod with two sides, beverage, roll and dessert for a price of $10.00 Take-out orders are available. Call for more information. UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE AFRICAN- AMERICAN SPIRITUALS will be the inspiration theme as The Saint Paul Sanctuary Choir performs, along with Pittsburgh sax legend William Holt and pianist Glenn Buzzard, on Wednesday, March 13, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul Parish, 820 Carbon Road, Greensburg, The event is open to the public, and there is no charge for admission. A LENTEN MUSICAL REVIVAL Holy Family Church, 225 N. Second Street, West Newton, 15089, on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, March 17, 18 & 19, at 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. each evening. The topics for the evenings are: Grace & the Kingdom of God; Grace & the Sacramental Life; Grace & the Real Presence. Adoration and Benediction will be on Tuesday, March 19. The guest speaker is Father Jim O Connor. There is no charge and everyone is invited. ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS will host a talk by Seton Hill Professor Tim Crain, The Greatest Generation: The Creation of the Modern Era, on Tuesday, March 19, at Caritas Christi, 129 DePaul Center Road, Greensburg, The public is invited, and reservations are not necessary. HELP SUPPORT THE ROSTRAVER WOMAN S CLUB AND THE ANNUAL BVHS SENIOR GIRLS TEA!! A stuffed pork chop dinner will be held at Gary s Chuck Wagon Restaurant, 109 S. 2nd Street, West Newton, 15089, on Saturday, April 6, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The dinner includes a stuffed pork chop, mashed potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, roll and butter, coffee or tea and dessert. The price is $12.00/person. For tickets, call Barbara, , or Beata, Take-outs are available before 6:00 p.m. A HOMEMADE SAUSAGE SALE, sponsored by the Holy Name Society, Epiphany of Our Lord Church, Monessen, is being held. Pick up an order form at the entrances of the Church and place it in the collection basket and it will be forwarded to the Epiphany Holy Name Society. Also, orders can be placed by calling Kenny, , or Ron, Remember, a two-pound minimum per item is necessary of the sweet, hot and hot-hot, link or loose, selections. The price is $4.50 per pound. Deadline for orders is Monday, March 25.