ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC

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1 ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC 359 WEST AREBA AVE, HERSHEY, PA APRIL 30, 2017 PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM *Closed 12:00-1:00 PM Sundays 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Phone: , Fax: office@stjoanhershey.org Website: PARISH OFFICE Rev. Alfred Sceski, Pastor Ext. 102 Rev. Steven Arena, Parochial Vicar Ext. 104 Rev. Michael Opoki, A.J., In Residence Rev. Modestus Ngwu, O.P., In Residence Deacon Rodrigue Mortel, MD Barbara Hasson, Parish Manager Ext. 107 John Triscik, Youth Coordinator Ext. 128 Beth Palmer, Director of Music Ext. 109 Susan Robison, Parish Secretary Ext. 100 Mary Butch, Secretary Ext. 115 Michelle Gutshall, Finance Manager Ext. 103 Jackie Abel, Communications & Development Ext. 121 Earl Tropp. Director of Religious Education Ext. 122 Marcie Warner, Director of Religious Education Ext. 112 Betty Roksandic, REP Secretary Ext. 124 ST. JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Sr. Eileen M. McGowan, D.M., Principal Ext. 118 Deb Rizzotto, Development Director Ext. 123 Joey Rubinic, Cafeteria Ext. 120 W.I.N.G.S. Program Ext. 117 PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: We, the Eucharistic Community of St. Joan of Arc Parish, by the grace of God and through our participation in His Word, the Church s sacraments, and prayer, seek our eternal salvation. We live out the doctrines and traditions of our Faith in communion with the holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, established by Our Lord Jesus Christ. With courage, we follow the example of our patron saint and invoke her intercession as we strive to know God, love God and serve God which moves us to actively promote and live MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil: 5:15PM Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30AM, 12:00 Noon, 5:30PM Daily Mass: Monday- Friday: 6:45AM & 9:00AM, Saturday: 9:00AM Rosary & Chaplet of Divine Mercy: 6:30 PM everyday Chaplet of Divine Mercy: 9:30AM Sacrament of Reconciliation: Wednesday 5:00 to 5:30 PM, Saturday 4:00 to 4:45 PM Sacrament of the Sick: Call the office. Sacrament of Baptism: 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month. Parents are required to attend one class. Call the office to register. Sacrament of Marriage: Call the office 9 to 12 months prior to the proposed wedding date.

2 APRIL 30, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER MASS SCHEDULE, READINGS & INTENTIONS MONDAY, MAY 1: Saint Joseph the Worker Acts 6:8-15; Jn 6: :45 AM John Federinko 9:00 AM Jean Gaspari TUESDAY, MAY 2: Saint Athanasius Acts 7:51-8:1a; Jn 6: :45 AM Charles & Helen Pompey 9:00 AM Nancy Bitterman Hannon WEDNESDAY, MAY 3: Saints Philip and James 1 Cor 15:1-8; Jn 14:6-14 6:45 AM Dorothy A. Graybash 9:00 AM Joseph P. Nocera THURSDAY, MAY 4 Acts 8:26-40; Jn 6: :45 AM Donald Fox 9:00 AM Kristy Koons FRIDAY, MAY 5 Acts 9:1-20; Jn 6: :45 AM Patricia Martin 9:00 AM Hans Gangl SATURDAY, MAY 6 Acts 9:31-42; Jn 6: :00 AM Ron Miely 5:15 PM James Rafferty FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER, MAY 7TH Readings: Acts 2:14a, 36-41; 1 Pt 2:20b-25; Jn 10:1-10 God has made Jesus both Lord and Messiah. Through his wounds we have been healed and have returned to our shepherd. Let us listen to his voice and follow him. MASS INTENTIONS: 7:30 AM People of the Parish 9:00 AM Deceased Council of Catholic Women Members 10:30 AM Special Intention 12:00 PM Thomas McGraw 5:30 PM George Novatnak V O C A T I O N S Do you recognize Christ in your life and hope to make Him known to others? Perhaps you are being called to the priesthood or consecrated life. If you are considering this possibility, call Father Brian Wayne at or frbwayne@hbgdiocese.org. Without a doubt, today s gospel of the Disciples on the Road to Emmaus is one of my favorite passages in all the Scriptures. I find it amazing that what happened that first Easter Sunday 2000 years ago is what we still do at each and every Mass. We gather together and Jesus breaks the scriptures open for us and breaks the bread and we hear his voice and recognize his presence in the Eucharist. On the way, Jesus celebrates the second Mass! (The first was at the Last Supper.) The Church teaches that Jesus is present to us in four different ways at Mass: in the assembly ( where two or three gather in my name, there shall I be ); in the person of the priest who is acting in persona Christi, in the person of Christ; in the words of Scripture; and, in a most unique way, in the Holy Eucharist. If only we were to realize what happens at each Mass, we would never be bored or be tempted to stay away! Jesus is present to us in this most wonderful act of worship. Jesus is Risen and is with us to this very day! With Much Gratitude We wish to thank the sponsor of the week for advertising in our parish bulletin... BUDGET BLINDS, HARRISBURG FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION: May 5th, immediately following the 9am Mass, we will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, closing with Benediction at 9:45 PM. Evening Prayer is held at 7 PM. If you would like your name mentioned in the healing prayers, please notify the parish office by Thursday, May 4th. All parishioners are encouraged to come for an hour of adoration so that our Eucharistic Lord is attended throughout the day.

3 ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC CHURCH HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA Liturgical Ministry Schedule for May 6 & 7, :15 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 Noon 5:30 PM Lector F. Ruggiero B. Williams B. Frola B. Hopstetter A. O Dea L. Gould EMHC K. Harbaugh D. Sheehan Sr. Salvatoris M. Wetherhold J. Traini V. Ruiz-Velasco T. Samson M. Spaeder W. Lutz K. Burkhart R. Barry J. Triscik M. Totaro K. Willey M. DeAngelis S. Cordaro G. Bixler Sr. Eileen M. Waiter T. DeAngelis T. Crum-Ewing M. Duval Servers G. Gurney A. Kulina C. Edwards C. Hopstetter J.J. McInerney A. Stinson M. Gurney D. Kulina J. Pegher M. Yee T. McInerney L. Ruiz-Velasco G. Harbaugh T. Brown D. Matas V. Yee M. Brooks J. Wilson MC T. Harbaugh N. Martin M. Matas Z. Rebarchak F. Sallusti C. Roche Money Counters: G. Kaiser, B. Moglia, G. Kaiser, V. Gunnells, K. Willey 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Lector J. Dezagottis A. Gould EMHC M. Spaeder P. Mooney J. Triscik J. Nolan Servers J. P. Katzenmoyer C. Chardo J. Katzenmoyer MC FIRST HOLY COMMUNION LITURGICAL SCHEDULE: MAY 6, 2017 N. Silvis STEWARDSHIP Managing God s Gifts To Us We Are A Tithing Parish Following God s Plan For Giving Weekly Tithing: $25,718 Weekly Budget: $28,462 Year to Date Budget Variance: $21,742 Weekly Heart Of The Parish: $2,027 The following parishioners or family members are ill. Please remember them, and all the sick of the parish, in your prayers: Vincent Savini, David Liddy, Kaitlin Buser, Lily Carney, Ashley Tatangelo, Barry Boyer, Kevin Rakszawski, Deborah Nizinkski, Donna Marino, Terence Singer, Rose Marie Smith, Frank Bolduc, Mary Dyson, Terry McCracken, Steve McCracken, Kelly Velesaris, Meghan Johnson, Rodolfo Antonio, Robert Sheehan, Agnes Jaglas, Ronald Petrasic, Judy Czyrnik Reminder: Names will remain on this list for six weeks. Please pray for our 2nd graders who will receive our Lord in the Holy Eucharist next Saturday! MASS ATTENDANCE: April 23 & 24 Total: :15pm 7:30am 9:00am 10:30am Noon 5:30pm ALTAR FLOWERS: Main Altar: In loving memory of Elodia & Cudio Cappelli and Rosa & Giacinto Peracchia from Cindy & Eric Hollenbach Blessed Mother: In loving memory of Elda & Calvin Cappelli and Ellen & Michael Harley from Eric & Cindy Hollenbach Saint Joseph: In Thanksgiving from Lisa Balanda Respect Life Roses: In loving memory of the deceased Marelli family from Josephine Cialone THE PILGRIM CROSS: If you would like to take the Pilgrim Cross into your home for one week per year and pray for vocations, please call the parish office. The Pilgrim Cross will be in the home of: Week of 5/1-5/8: Mr. & Mrs. Richard Arnold Week of 5/8-5/15: Mr. & Mrs. George Euker

4 \ [C] APRIL 30, 2017 SUNDAY, APRIL 30 9:00 AM REP K-Gr 6 Noon - 9 Life Teen Clothing Drive [C] 7:00 PM Confirmation Prep MONDAY, MAY 1 9:45 AM Legion of Mary [LH] 3:00 PM Daisy & Brownie Scouts [L] 3:45 PM First Holy Communion Rehearsal 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop Meeting [C] 7:00 PM EDGE [Y] TUESDAY, MAY 2 9:30 AM Little Rock Script. Study [LH] 3:45 PM First Holy Communion Rehearsal 6:30 PM Cub Scout Pack 108 [C] WEDNESDAY, MAY 3 7:15 AM Wednesday Morning Coffee [LH] 7:45 AM Gospel Reflection Group [LH] 5:00 PM Confessions 6:30 PM R.C.I.A. [LH] 7:00 PM Caelorum THURSDAY, MAY 4 6:30 PM Girl Scout Troop [LH] 7:00 PM Adult Choir Rehearsal 7:30 PM Knights of Columbus [Y] FRIDAY, MAY 5 9:30 AM First Friday Adoration 3:00 PM Junior Legion of Mary [LH] SATURDAY, MAY 6 6:30 AM TMIY: That Man Is You [C] 11:00 AM First Holy Communion 2:00 PM First Holy Communion 4:00 PM Confessions 6:00 PM Blood Pressure Screenings [L] SUNDAY, MAY 7 10:00 AM Women s Communion Breakfast [C] 1:00 PM Baptisms 6:30 PM Life Teen [Y] *Blood Pressures will be taken in the Library following these Masses: 7:30, 9:00, and 10:30. Cafeteria [L] Library [G] Gymnasium [R] Rectory [LH] St. Lucy House [Y]: Youth Room (Meeting Room C) [MA] Meeting Room A [MB] Meeting Room B Life Teen & EDGE... THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER YOUTH NEWS This Week: Life Teen Clothing Drive! Now that spring has sprung it s time to clean out those closets and donate to those in need. Life Teen will collecting clothes before and after all the masses the weekend of April to serve the missions of Harrisburg. Next Week: Senior Send Off Next week we celebrate our graduating Seniors with a banquet. We thank and wish them well as they prepare for their time after high school. Come and celebrate with us as we send them off in style. EDGE: Are you not in High School but want to be a part of a youth ministry? EDGE is for you and your friends. EDGE is for grades 6-8th and meets on Monday nights from 7-8:15 in Meeting Room C. The next EDGE nights are: May 1st & 8th. Questions? Please call John in the Youth Office. Youth Coordinator: John Triscik [Phone] Ext:128 [ ] stjoanofarclifeteen@gmail.com Religious Education Program News... PARENTS OF SECOND GRADERS: Please remember to have your children in the cafeteria for rehearsal no later than 3:45pm on Monday or Tuesday. Students should be in the cafeteria on Saturday 30 minutes before the beginning of their Mass (10:30am or 1:30pm) REP REGISTRATION: Today is the last day to register for REP at the reduced tuition rate! Register online or by picking up a form in the back of the church. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE [Phone] Ext. 306 [ ] rep@stjoanhershey.org Directors of REP: Earl Tropp & Marcie Warner BULLETIN REMINDER: Bulletin requests are due Mondays by 9:00 am. Forms are available on our parish website under the contact us menu. All requests must include the date(s) of the bulletin(s) you would like your information included and be submitted exactly as you would like the information to appear. s should be sent to: Communications@stjoanhershey.org

5 ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC CHURCH HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA The REP office would like to thank and acknowledge the following dedicated and faith-filled volunteers who taught and assisted in our Sunday classes which will meet for the last time on April 30: Alison Rankin, Amanda Unger, Ann Kurta, Ann Panchik. Anna Callahan, Annmarie Durnin, Ben Phillippy, Bethany Malloy, Bill McGregor, Carlee Rankin, Carly Civello, Carmen Eichman, Carol Danese, Cathy Scott, Christine Rankin, Christy Lucas, Dane Kreiss, Daniel Kreiss, Dave DeNotaris, Devin Kreiss, Evan Gusherowski, Francine Schertzer, Jamie Bolton, Joe Grecia, Joe Gusherowski, Julie Larkin, Kaitlyn Druby, Kate LaCoe, Kim Phillippy, Lauren Gusherowski, Lisarose Kreiss, Loretta Tootchen, Mei Nguyen, Olivia O'Donnell, Ryan Fischer, Samantha Koegler, Sr. Salvatoris, Sr. Eileen, Sue Weiss, Tim Reeves, Tony Mayan, Yvonne Jackson May God continue to bless them for their service to our parish children! God s Way The Road to Kindness Kindness what does it mean to you? It has a very special meaning to our Parish. Kindness starts at home and home to us is our Parish Family, and that s why this program is so important to us! God wants us to show our Kindness! Take some time to talk about the kind deeds that your family does during the day and week. If we could spend a few minutes a day talking about kindness, God s Way - The Road to Kindness will become clearer! This week, we had several acts of kindness to share: " My neighbor came to me with his bike asking if I had a wrench to remove a broken pedal. I was able to remove the pedals and install a good replacement that I found under my workbench." ~ Unknown " I am studying abroad in Beijing, China and yesterday I met someone who is learning English. I offered to help them study this week for their English test for free. Tonight was the first time we studied together and I was able to teach her a lot of new words and phrases in English. I hope she was happy with my help and that we become friends! I think it is very important to help these Chinese students so they can learn and understand more about America!" ~ Morgan " I have a bad habit of getting in the car and wanting to get there. In a hurry. I'm sorry to say that my driving etiquette was not always the kindest. In the past year, I have really tried to be more aware when I am in the car, slowing down, taking my time, and if somebody else is in a hurry, letting them be in a hurry. Letting people cut in front of me, when normally I wouldn't have done that. So while this is not a kindness for a specific person, it is a kindness for people in general. Especially those on the road." ~ Unknown Please share your act of kindness by ing them to: kindness@stjoanhershey.org JUNE 15th - 17th, 5-10pm The 43rd Annual SJA Festival will be held June 15, 16 & 17. This is the parish s only fundraiser and is made possible by the generous volunteers who give of their time, talent and treasure. This year is no exception! Volunteers are needed to make this event a success and NO experience is necessary. ALL help is welcomed and needed!!! Some of the areas where you can volunteer are: Event Setup (Days & Evenings beginning Saturday, June 11 and running through the week) Preparing & Serving Food Working Ticket & Game Booths Event Tear down (Saturday, June 17 at 10:00pm & Sunday, June 18 at 1:00pm) Please prayerfully consider being a part of this community event to make it a fun for everyone. You can now sign up to volunteer online at:

6 APRIL 30, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER PARISH MINISTRY NEWS & MEETINGS OUR LADY OF FATIMA CELEBRATION - MAY 13: St. Joan of Arc will sponsor a CELEBRATION of the 100th Anniversary of the first apparition of Our Lady to the three children at Fatima on Saturday, May 13th at 10:30 AM. Special Rosary Map Devotion will take place at the Chocolatetown Square (corner of Chocolate and Cocoa Aves). Different ministries will lead the prayers while roses are placed in the map. Parking is available in the adjacent lot or the garage across Chocolate Ave. In case of rain the event will be held in the Church. Everyone is cordially invited. MONTHLY BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS: Parish Nurses will be taking Blood Pressures in the library following these Masses: Saturday (May 6th) 5:15pm, and Sunday (May 7th) 7:30am, 9:00am, and 10:30am. BOY SCOUTS - APPLE DUMPLING SALE : Don't miss out!! Boy Scout Troop 108 will be selling those DELICIOUS Apple Dumpling after Masses on May 6th & May 7th. Buy extra, they freeze well. ATTENTION LADIES OF THE PARISH: Tomorrow, May 1st is the last day to purchase tickets for the Annual Women's Communion Breakfast. Please make your reservation with any CCW member or call the Parish Office to reserve your place. This event will be held in our St. Joan of Arc Cafeteria on Sunday, May 7, 2017 following the 9 AM Mass. Our speaker will be Fr. Paul Schenck who heads the Respect Life Office as well as the Office of Continuing Formation for Clergy, and Formation for the Permanent Diaconate at our Harrisburg Diocesan Center. He has a most inspiring message which he will share about his journey to the priesthood. Tickets are $9. ATTENTION MEN OF THE PARISH: Have you thought about joining an active group of Catholic men who serve the Church and serve others? Our parish is fortunate to have a vibrant Knights of Columbus council. You see us involved in many events throughout the year, now come find out more at our open house on Thursday, May 18 at 7:30 PM. Food and drink will be provided. Location: Meeting Room C (enter near the parish office). RSVP is preferred but not required. Contact Michael at Website: PARISH FESTIVAL - SILENT AUCTION: 21 st Anniversary of the Parish Festival s Silent Auction! The Silent Auction & Basket Raffle needs your donations to be a success. No donation is too small! Details are available on the festival website at: Parishioners are needed to make phone calls and pick up donated items. Please call Mary at Ext. 115 or Jean Marie Fischer at with any questions about the Silent Auction. YOUNG ADULTS GROUP: Calling all Young Adults of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church between the ages of 21-35, married or single! We will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 7-8:30pm in Meeting Room C. Our next Young Adults will be on May 10th as we discuss Millennials in the Church. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact John in the Youth Office at Ext. 128 or stjoanofarclifeteen@gmail.com John Waverka Memorial Golf Tournament: Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Deer Valley Golf Course (Hummelstown, PA). The John Waverka Memorial Golf Tournament is sponsored by the St. Joan of Arc Knights of Columbus Council #6693. Proceeds will benefit the Pennsylvania Special Olympics. Cost is $75 Per Golfer Includes cart, green fees, steak dinner and beverages. Open to parish members and the public. Single players welcome. Entry deadline is May 6th. For more information, contact Mike Waverka at (717) or mikewaverka@aol.com Hershey Food Bank Annual Mission Classic Golf Outing: For 50 years ( ) the Food Bank has been providing for those less fortunate who are in need of food, personal care and paper products, and emergency utility assistance in Hershey/ Derry Township. We are pleased to announce the 9h Annual golf fundraiser, Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 8:00 AM. Deer Valley Golf Course. Cost is $ For brochure/registration, and detailed information please visit hersheyfoodbank.com, or contact Greg German at (717) or gkkagerman@hotmail.com. We thank you in advance for your support. CAELORUM - MAY 3: Come join us for Caelorum on Wednesday, May 3 at 7 PM. Join your fellow Brothers and Sisters in Christ as we adore our Lord through prayer, praise, worship and music. A reception will be held immediately following the Caelorum in the Cafeteria. All are welcome, please join us!