MASS INTENTIONS FOR FEB. 18-FEB. 24

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1 MASS INTENTIONS FOR FEB. 18-FEB. 24 Mon. Feb. 18 8:00AM Steve Krol by Ed & Janet Doyle (Fr. Mike) Tues. Feb. 19 6:30PM Philip Volpe by Andrea Krol Zeranick (Fr. Joe) Wed. Feb. 20 8:00AM Fr. Kenneth Keene () by George Rozman (Fr. Jack) Thurs. Feb. 21 8:00AM Bryan, Chris & Kevin by Victor & Carol Franc (Fr. Jay) Fri. Feb. 22 8:00AM Terri, Marlene, Ashley & Karen by Victor & Carol Franc (Fr.Mike) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 VIGIL: SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 4:00PM 5:00PM 8:00AM () Richard Lapiska by Meder Family (Fr. Jack) Ermenegildo Oscar D Angelo by +Angie Sangermano (Fr.Jay) SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 9:00AM 10:00AM () 11:00AM Barbara Fabanich by Ed & Gerri (Fr. Jack) Colby Arbes by Grandma Jenny Root (Fr. Mike) George Dziack by Marlene & Richard Verigood (Fr. Jack) John Aloi by Mother, Catherine Aloi (Fr. Mike) 11:30 AM Maronite Mass with Fr. Antoine WEEKLY MASS TIMES AT STS. JOHN & PAUL Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. 7:30AM 9 AM 7AM 9 AM 7AM 9AM 5 PM 9 AM 11 AM IN SYMPATHY Please pray for the repose of the souls of our dearly departed, especially Loretta Besong and Ellen McHugh, and Jack Montanile. May their souls & the souls of all the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen From Father Jay The Courage to Say Yes (to three identical brothers!) Naturally conceived - and truly by the grace of God- at 2:52, 2:53 and 2:54 AM on February 6, 2019, my dear cousin Elizabeth Rounding and her husband Tyler welcomed three brave identical baby boys to our family- Philip O Connell (5 lbs, 10 oz, 19 in), Emmett Jacob (5 lbs, 13 oz, 19 in), and Jameson Felix (5 lbs, 10 oz, 18 in). They were born at 34 weeks and 5 days. It is not unusual for there to be issues with breathing and heart rates-among other things-this early. Thankfully, they grew well in that time (17 lbs, 1 oz. of baby!), and all are being cared for closely in the NICU. The proud husband and father says, This comes at the end of a very complex and extremely rare pregnancy that Elizabeth managed so magnificently all the way through. I cannot say enough about her strength and resilience to give these boys every chance she could to be born healthy. Now she is recovering and resting for her next superhero adventure. I am so proud of my family and our parish family, for so many of you are superheroes in accepting the gift of life and have sent me letters, cards, and communications about your conviction for pre-born Life! Since Woe vs Wade, our country (and recently Ireland) has been mislead politically and legally into thinking that the ending of innocent preborn lives in the womb is a right. We need to continue to be brave and defend the most innocent lives in the tender spot of their mother s womb. Let us pray a daily Hail Mary (better yet an Angelus Prayer) asking that, just as Mary said yes to Jesus, our society will say yes to pre-born life in the womb (you never know...that yes could lead to three miracles named Phil, Emmet and Jameson)! Praying that we permit God s mercy to protect and bless us like Mary did, Fr. Jay Donohue (Lk 1:50)

2 Good Samaritan MARK YOUR CALENDARS NEED KITCHEN HELP On Monday, February 18th at 8:30 am, we will coring cabbage for the Fish Fry. On Monday, March 11th and Monday, 18th we will be making nut roll. Lenten Fish Fry Dates March 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th April 5th and 12th Easter Bake Sale -April 13 & 14th GOOD SAMARITAN CHRISTIAN MOTHERS/ LADIES GUILD MEETING Good Samaritan Christian Mothers/Ladies Guild Monthly Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 20th at 6:30 pm in Jericho Hall. We will pray the rosary in the church at 6:30 pm. Our guest speaker will be Father Joe Carr. See the bulletin insert for the details of our upcoming Spring Fashion Show. All members are encouraged to attend. Please join us. ETHNIC COOKING Our next Ethnic Cooking Class will be on February 27th at 6:30 PM in Jericho Hall. Linda Clemens Sedar and Betsy Kubacki will be teaching us how to make Halushki. Please call Bob Mikush at Monday thru Friday from 9AM to 5 AM to sign-up. Attendees will really enjoy hands on learning. February 16-17, 2019 Rejoice and Be Glad; Your Reward Will Be Great in Heaven What is it that we live for? What are the motivations of our thoughts, our words, our actions, our entire lives? Is it something in this life accomplishment, knowledge, wealth, power, prestige? Or is it something else, like heaven and our eternal reward? As Christians, there are countless references in Sacred Scripture and in the teachings from every generation of the Church that remind us that we were not made for this world. For instance, in the First Book of Chronicles, King David prays, For before you we are strangers and travelers, like all our ancestors. Our days on earth are like a shadow, without a future. (1 Chr 29:15) That means that we are made for something more, the greatest thing, life for ever with God in heaven. However, it does not mean that we can just sit back and enjoy the ride here, as if heaven is a given. Rather, as Jesus reminds us in the Beatitudes in today s Gospel, we must put ourselves and our wants aside and instead live for God and others. On Mission for The Church Alive! seeks to provide for the good of the Church so that, in building up the Kingdom of God here on earth, we can be welcomed home God s Kingdom in heaven. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed. SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST JOIN US FOR THE ROSARY ON SUNDAYS! Each Sunday morning, beginning at 9:20, the Rosary is recited. Our small group is simply several friends who want to pray together for various intentions. Please join us! SUN., FEB. 24, LITURGY OF THE WORD WITH CHILDREN All children are invited to attend Liturgy of the Word with Children during 10:00AM Mass. The Mass continues for our little ones in our small group downstairs as we break open God s Word in simple terms for the children. Parents may bring pre-schoolers. All are welcome! SUN., FEB. 24, CHRISTIAN MOTHERS MEETING Christian Mothers will meet for 10:00AM Mass and our monthly meeting which follows in the social hall. Deacon Tony Giordano will be our guest speaker and refreshments will be served. Please try to attend. Members are reminded that if you have not yet paid your yearly dues of $5, they may be paid at this meeting. PIEROGI may be ordered beginning at 6:00AM on Fridays on the PIEROGI HOTLINE: Call in your order early and pick up between 9:00AM and 3:00PM. Potato, Cottage Cheese, Sauerkraut and Prune are available, all at $7.50 per dozen. We will be making pierogi through the week of April 12. Get yours now! VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BRUNCH Many of you have asked about our Volunteer Appreciation Party, usually held at about this time of year. In accommodating all schedules and in order to include as many of our dear Priests as possible, the event will be a brunch on Sunday, May 19, following 10:00AM Mass. More detail will be shared at a later date. "Build an oratory within yourself, and there have Jesus on the altar of your heart. Speak to Him often while you are doing your work. Speak to Him of His holy love, of His holy sufferings and of the sorrows of most holy Mary." ~ St Paul of the Cross Divine Mercy Devotions Good Samaritan Parish Join us on every Tuesday at 5:30pm for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Confessions with Benediction at 6:15 followed by Mass at 6:30pm. St. Faustina, Pray for Us.

3 OUR LADY of PEACE Our next EDGE session is Sunday, Feb. 24 beginning at 10:15AM. If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Deschaine at or SAINTS JOHN & PAUL FUEL HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY (Grades 9-12) Our February FUEL night is Sunday 2/17, at 6:30PM in the Upper Cardinal DiNardo Center at Saints John & Paul. Bring your friends! This summer s Steubenville Youth Conference is July Register at sts-jp.org/fuel. Teen Small Group Bible studies are forming NOW! Contact Gregg to join one or lead one, at gnewmaster@stsjp.org. Follow us on EDGE Crew at the February 10th session How to start prayer High School Ministry (FUEL) The next meeting is Sunday, February 17 from 6:30-8PM. FUEL is the very active Ministry for all High School Students at SS John & Paul. Dinner is provided at each session. If you are interested in sending your child or if your child needs a ride, please contact Cindy Deschaine for more info, or formation@olopconway.com. YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Our Young Adult Ministry is a group of Young Adults between years that meets on the 1 st and 3 rd Monday of each month in the Church basement. Our next event will be on Monday, Feb. 18 at 7PM. It s our Move That Bus meeting where we will unveil the new Young Adult Space where all future meetings will take place. If you are interested in joining or have any questions, call Cindy Deschaine at or olopdre@verizon.net. 30 Hour Famine This weekend you will be hearing from the teens in our Parish Grouping at each Mass who are participating in the 30 Hour Famine taking place in St. John the Baptist School Building. Even though the number of hungry people worldwide has fallen nearly 30% over the last 20 years, over 815 million people still go hungry every single day. Every 5 seconds a child under the age of 5 dies and nearly half of those deaths are from hunger related causes. Battling hunger isn t just about making sure that people have three meals a day it s also making sure they have access to clean water, good healthcare, education, and economic opportunities. It s about helping kids have the hope of a healthy, brighter future. It is through the generosity and courage of our youth to give up their weekend and food to help raise awareness for those kids that are suffering worldwide and learning ways that they can help beyond the famine. Please consider helping our teens reach their monetary goal by donating to our 30 hour famine. PREGNANCY LOSS & INFERTILITY SUPPORT You are not alone. Come join other women who have suffered the loss of a pregnancy through miscarriage or stillbirth or are struggling with infertility. Through friendship and compassionate support, we seek to navigate the grieving and healing process and grow with the Lord. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month from 7:00 8:00 PM at Saints John & Paul in the Outreach Coordinator office, downstairs in the church. For more information, contact Alyssa at (724) or alyssakwelker@gmail.com. SOLES4SOULS FEST! 2019 Come enjoy an evening of music, fun, and fellowship with specialty drink tastings and heavy appetizers while supporting our Soles4Souls missionaries to Costa Rica! Saturday, March 2. Get more information and tickets NOW at sts-jp.org/fest. Check out all of our mission trip opportunities at sts-jp.org/missions. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED BRIGHTON REHABILITATION AND WELLNESS CENTER (formerly FRIENDSHIP RIDGE): His Holiness, Pope Francis, known as a man of simplicity, humility and care for the poor (chronically ill, indigent and all mankind), has brought to the papacy a renewed emphasis on Gospel living Go rebuild my Church - a journey of brotherhood that will be fruitful for the well being of the Church, and this care facility, which has been a blessing to this community in favor of the poor, and those who are most in need of wholistic health care, who are at the central core of the Good News of Jesus. Our Holy Father expressed a desire that the Church make everyone feel welcome, respected and cared for. Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is in need of Institutional Extra Ordinary Minister of Communion AND Volunteers to serve as escorts for Mass on Tuesday mornings from +/- 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. If interested please call Father Bill at May God bless you for considering this ministry to God s people. In Christ, (Rev.) William J. Schwartz Father Bill BRWC Chaplain and the Pirates Padre

4 By Cindy Deschaine, & Rose Curcio, & The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) is a well known story form the Gospel of Luke. But do people understand how the exchange between the two men and Jesus pertain to the Sacraments? Anyone can learn about Jesus in the Bible, in various books, from searching the internet, or even from watching movies. We can even be a theologian and know everything there is to know about Jesus but still not have him alive in our hearts. The two men walking on the road listened as the stranger taught them about Jesus. But it wasn t until they shared in a meal with him, that they knew who he truly was. A person can know all there is to know about Jesus, but without participating in a Sacramental life, they do not truly know who he is. It is through the Sacraments that we receive God s grace in our lives. This week, our Faith Formation families will be sharing this lesson with their children in lesson on the Mass. As the students in our Faith Formation reflect on the questions about Mass, I challenge each of you to reflect on the same questions. How does God speak to you at Mass? (Are you listening to what he wants you to hear or are you busy making your do to list for the week in your head?) How do you prepare yourself to hear his Word? (Do you read Scripture in advance of Mass and pray to be open to his Word?) Do you see Jesus around you in Mass? He is present in the Priest, the people around you, the words that are spoken, and he is in the Eucharist. Do you see him? Pray that you can be more open to his presence, not only during Mass, but in every aspect of your life. MARY S MANTLE The Apostolate Committee is once again collecting lap afghans or afghans to be distributed to shut ins and those in hospitals or nursing homes. We are asking those that can knit or crochet to consider donating a new afghan/lap afghan so that we can deliver these to a Veterans Hospital to be given to veterans that permanently live in the Veterans home or have no one to visit them. So far we have delivered about 200 afghans or lap afghans to shut ins and patients in different nursing homes and hospitals. A card is given stating that we at Our Lady of Peace Church remember you and are praying for you. If you can see how happy this small gesture makes people, you would know what a beautiful gift they feel they are receiving. Our goal this year is to take as many afghans to Veterans from our Great Grouping [ Our Lady of Peace, St. John and Paul's, St. John the Baptist, and Good Samaritan] to as many Veterans as we can deliver to between Veteran s Day and Christmas. We welcome anyone from our grouping to help us achieve this in any way. (continued in next column) Afghans may be delivered to the Our Lady of Peace Church office between 9:00-3:00 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. For more information or to help please call or contact anyone from the Apostolate Committee at Our Lady of Peace by calling the PROPHET TO THE NATIONS: Scott Hahn SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Readings: Jeremiah 17:5-8 Psalm 1:1, Corinthians 15:12, Luke 6:17, The blessings and woes we hear in today s Gospel mark the perfection of all the wisdom of the Old Testament. That wisdom is summed up with marvelous symmetry in today s First Reading and Psalm: Each declares that the righteous those who hope in the Lord and delight in His Law will prosper like a tree planted near living waters. The wicked, who put their trust in human beings, are cursed to wither and die. Jesus is saying the same thing in the Gospel. The rich and poor are, for Him, more than members of literal economic classes. Their material state symbolizes their spiritual state. The rich are the insolent of today s Psalm, boasting of their self-sufficiency, the strength of their flesh, as Jeremiah says in the First Reading. The poor are the humble, who put all their hope and trust in the Lord. We ve already seen today s dramatic imagery of reversal in Mary s Magnificat. There, too, the rich are cast down while the hungry are filled and the lowly exalted (see Luke 1:45 55 also 16:19 31). That s the upside-down world of the Gospel: in poverty we gain spiritual treasure unimaginable; in suffering and even dying on account of the Son of Man, we find everlasting life. The promises of the Old Testament were promises of power and prosperity in the here and now. The promise of the New Covenant is joy and true freedom even amid the misery and toil of this life. But not only that. As Paul says in today s Epistle, we re to be pitied if our hope is for this life only. The blessings of God mean that we ll laugh with the thanksgiving of captives released from exile (see Psalm 126:1 2), feast at the heavenly table of the Lord (see Psalm 107:3 9), leap for joy as John the Baptist leapt in his mother s womb (see Luke 6:23; 1:41, 44), and rise with Christ, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.

5 ANNUAL CEMETERY CLEAN-UP NOTICE In order to maintain the appearance of our parish cemetery properties and ensure the safety of visitors and employees, the Catholic Parish Cemeteries Association will be conducting the Annual Cemetery Cleanup during the month of March. Please note that all Christmas items will be removed from all graves during the Cleanup. Please remove any items you wish to keep prior to March 1st. Thank you for your cooperation! It is greatly appreciated. SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH RAFFLE TICKETS The Sisters of St. Joseph will sell raffle tickets during the weekend of March 2-3 before and after Mass as part of the Sisters of St. Joseph Auxiliary s 57th Annual Spring Luncheon, a fundraiser which benefits the Sisters and their ministries. Raffle tickets are $10 each. Tickets have two numbers and are a one-month ticket based on the PAPick4Lottery with winners every day in June of MEMORIAL FUND A donation was made to our Memorial Fund in loving memory of Angeline Sangermano from Family, Friends and Loved Ones. UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday, February 17 10:00 am No Faith Formation (Edge) 11:00 AM () Ladies of Charity Meeting Monday, February 18 8:30 am Coring cabbage (JH) Faith Formation (Home Study) Wednesday, February 20 3:00 pm -5:00 pm () Potato peeling, cutting for Pierogi 6:30 pm Christian Mothers (JH) 6:30 pm () Choir Practice Thursday, February 21 7:00 am - 10:00 am () Potato Mashing for Pierogi 3:00 pm Weight Watchers Meeting (JH) 6:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal Friday, February 22 6:00 am () Pierogi Pinching, Cooking. Call to order Pierogi at: :00 pm - 6:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration 7:00 pm Rosary/Confessions 8:00 pm Marian Prayer Group Mass - ALL ARE WELCOME Sunday, February 24 10:00 am Faith Formation (Edge) AMBRIDGE BINGO The Ambridge Crime Watch Daub-Out Crime Bingo will be held on Saturday, March 9, Doors open at 5:00 p.m. at the Ambridge Eagles Club. Donation of $15.00 for Bingo Package & Dauber. Tickets are available at the Ambridge Municipal Building and Stangl's Bakery. Come out and have a fun evening. The Christian Mothers of St. Frances Cabrini Parish, Center Township, have scheduled a Lenten Day of Recollection on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 from 9:30 AM until 3:00 PM. Rev. Michael John Lynam, Administrator of Immaculate Conception Parish in Washington, PA, will be the celebrant for the day. The complete cost is $15, which will include devotions, confession, buffet luncheon by Roma Catering, door prizes and 50/50 raffle, and Mass. More information to come in March come and spend some time in reflection, relaxation and renewal in preparation for the upcoming Easter season. Mark your calendar! THIS WEEK WE REMEMBER Bread & Wine () In Memory of the Deceased Members of the Guyer Family by Ed & Gerri Sanctuary Candle In Memory of Hovanec Family By Family EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Good Samaritan 3:00-6:00 pm Friday, February 22 7:00 pm Confessions Mass at 8:00 pm Our Gift to God - February 10, 2019 GOOD SAMARITAN Weekly Offering 285 Children s Offering Parish Share Lenten Sacrificial /First Offering St. Anthony SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST Weekly Offering 127 St. Anthony OUR LADY OF PEACE Offertory Collection 147 Offertory Collection not in envelopes Online Giving Offertory Total Reminder: Weekly operating expenses for running the parish is $7,500 Parish Share Goal Collected Balance Needed $5,773 $12 $170 $503 $15 $2,405 $10 $5,460 $138 $1,273 $6,871 $54,086 $52,032 $2,054

6 SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME February 17, 2019 Sacraments Baptism: Parents are required to attend a Preparation Class. Date and time of baptism are arranged at this session. In order for a child to be baptized, parents must be a registered member of the parish for at least three months prior to the baptism. One parent must be a practicing Catholic who actively participates in the life of the Church including regular attendance at Mass. Please call the parish office in advance to register for the class. Rite of Reconciliation: Tuesday: 5:30 pm Saturday: 3:00 pm Saturday: 4:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am () Marriage: Marriage requires a period of spiritual preparation. Couples should make an appointment with the Priest at least six month prior to the anticipated wedding date. Pre-marriage classes, as well as meetings with the priest, are necessary. One party to be married must be a registered parishioner and practicing Catholic who actively participates in the life of the Church including regular attendance at Mass. RCIA: We welcome those who are interested in becoming Roman Catholic Christians. To enter a program of formation and prayer contact the Parish Office. Ministry to the Sick/Elderly: Please call the Parish Office if a relative has been admitted to the hospital. Those unable to attend Mass because of age, sickness or disability, may receive Holy Communion at home. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick can be administered prior to going in to the hospital or at home by calling the parish office. Sponsors: To act as a sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation requires a person to be a registered member of the parish for at least three months and actively participate in the life of the Church including regular attendance at Mass. Sat. Vigil WEEKLY MASS TIMES AND LOCATIONS 4pm 5pm Sun Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. 9am 10am 11am Good Samaritan 6:30pm Our Lady of Peace St. John the Baptist Pastoral Staff Fr. Jay Donahue..Administrator Fr. Jack Batykefer. Senior Parochial Vicar Fr. Michael Roche.....Parochial Vicar Fr. Joseph Carr.... Parish Chaplain Anthony Giordano...Deacon Sr. Mary Lou Shimshock,C Pastoral Associate Robert Aloe...Business Coordinator Eileen Karshin...Business Coordinator (/) Rose Curcio... Faith Formation (/) Cindy Deschaine...Faith Formation Chrystal Shelvey.....Director of Liturgical Music.. (/) Robert Lizzi....Choir Director () Karla Besong Receptionist Jan Culp.Receptionist () Patty Hribar.Receptionist Michael Racioppo....Plant Caretaker Chuck Emerick..... Plant Caretaker () Chris Rozman..Custodian Parish Administrative Offices Good Samaritan 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, PA Phone: Fax: Staff listing at St. John the Baptist P.O. Box Linmore Avenue, Baden, PA Phone: Fax: stjohnsbadenpa@gmail.com Our Lady of Peace rd Avenue, Conway, Pa Phone: Fax: olop@verizon.net READIN FOR WEEK OF FEBRUARY 18 Monday Gn 4:1-15, 25/Mk 8:11-13 Tuesday Gn 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10/Mk 8:14-21 Wednesday Gn 8:6-13, 20-22/Mk 8:22-26 Thursday Gn 9:1-13/Mk 8:27-33 Friday 1 Pt 5:1-4/Mt 16:13-19 Saturday Heb 11:1-7/Mk 9:2-13 Sunday 1 Sm 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23/1 Cor 15:45-49/Lk 6:27-38 GOOD SAMARITAN ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST OUR LADY OF PEACE SAINTS JOHN & PAUL