1304 E. CRUIKSHANK ROAD BUTLER, PA Phone: Office Hours: M F 8 am 4 pm

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1 Holy Sepulcher PAGE 1 CATHOLIC CHURCH 1304 E. CRUIKSHANK ROAD BUTLER, PA hsc.office@zoominternet.net Phone: Office Hours: M F 8 am 4 pm A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust April 9, 2017 Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Holy Sepulcher Parish is a warm, welcoming, faith-filled family dedicated to following Jesus Christ through Scripture and the Traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. United through Baptism, nourished by the Eucharist and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are committed to serving our brothers and sisters. We welcome all to join us as we celebrate the joy and mystery of the empty tomb.

2 APRIL 9, 2017 PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD PAGE 2 Gospel Reflections for Palm Sunday With the children of the Hebrews, the Church participates today in the triumph of Christ. He enters the Holy City, Jerusalem, to pass from this world to his father. The passion narratives which are read on this Sunday form without a doubt the primitive heart of our gospels. There are many concerns which converge around these simple but dramatic stories. They influence the manner of recounting the passion. In the care taken to show that Christianity had nothing to do with a criminal or rebellious movement, the Evangelists highlight both the plot which results in the death of Jesus and the innocence of the Savior crucified for sinners. They also demonstrate to Israel how this death fulfilled the scriptures, accomplished in the central event of the passion and in the details of its unfolding. The historical insertion of the crucifixion into the celebration of the Jewish Passover is decisive for Christians. Jesus replaced the immolation of the paschal lamb with the sacrifice of a new covenant. In addition to these apologetic and theological concerns, the evangelists proposed Jesus as a role model of humility, of prayer, of endurance, of suffering. In these virtues which perfected the humanity of Jesus, the Church had much to learn. The passion narratives are not reduced to a mere recitation of episodes. Marked by the personality of each evangelist; they present an undivided history in which the assaults of evil, carried to their heights in Jesus passion, are rendered powerless by God. Holy Thursday begins the Triduum, which, from the fourth century, celebrated the Paschal Mystery. The oldest and still official name of this day is Thursday of the Lord s Supper. It commemorates the historical Gospel events surrounding the Last Supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist. The only Mass that day is the 7:00 pm observance of the Lord s Last Supper. Remembering the institution of the Holy Eucharistic is the heart of the Holy Thursday observance. Parish liturgies, with joyful overtones once again take place in the evening. Bells ring and festive colors are used for vestments and decorations. The Glory to God, not sung since Ash Wednesday, returns for this brief moment. Washing of the Feet: Since the fifth century, the Holy Thursday ritual has included a ceremonial washing of feet by the presiding celebrant. This ritual imitates Jesus Last Supper action of humility and service. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: At the end of the Holy Thursday liturgy, the Blessed Sacrament is carried in procession with incense and song to the Day Chapel. After placing the consecrated bread in the tabernacle, an atmosphere of quiet waiting with the Lord begins. Following the evening Mass, time of Adoration before the blessed Sacrament will continue until 11:00 pm. Stripping of the Altar: A new theme becomes obvious with an anticipation of suffering and death. The altar table in the Church is stripped in silence. At times in the past, this action was considered symbolic of the stripping of Jesus before his crucifixion. People begin leaving quietly for their home. An atmosphere of sadness and reflection begins. These are hours of waiting with Jesus as the saving events begin to unfold. Good Friday is the commemoration of the death of Jesus on the cross just outside the wall of Jerusalem. This is the only day of the year the Eucharist is not celebrated in its usual form of the Mass, but we will have a Liturgy of the Word at 1:30 pm with a reading of the Passion narrative and Psalms prophesying the death of Jesus, veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion. Veneration of the Cross: Late in the fourth century, the veneration of the cross was introduced into Good Friday traditions in Jerusalem. The slow procession of people to kiss the cross remains a dramatic feature of the Good Friday service. Good Friday liturgy concludes with Holy Communion. We will also hold a Tenebrae Service with the choir at 7:00 pm. on Friday evening. Blessing of the Easter Food Saturday at 12:30 pm, we have the popular tradition for the preparation of festivities of Easter. On this day or before, eggs are boiled and dyed, new clothes are purchased, foods prepared. The blessing of special foods for Easter is still a tradition, especially among those of Eastern European ancestry. Baskets of food are brought to the church and blessed by the priest or deacon. Easter Vigil: This is the high point of the liturgical year. The Vigil has regained its rightful place as the most important ritual of the year. An annual celebration of the Lord s resurrection goes back to the first generation of Christianity. During the first three centuries, this was the ONLY feast observed throughout the church and was done by way of a vigil, a watch. It was natural that Christians chose the night hours to celebrate their religious experience of a Christ victorious over death and sin, as well as their victory along with His. Holy Saturday services include lighting of the Easter fire, which still begins the vigil today, but was not part of the ritual in ancient times. The lighting of a new Easter fire also had a practical purpose. The lamps in the church in the early centuries used to be extinguished Holy Thursday night. Consequently, a new fire had to be lit for the celebration and readers to see by. It is during the Vigil that those preparing for initiation are received into the Church. The Vigil begins at 8:00 pm. Easter Masses: Easter Sunday Masses will be at 8:00 am, 10:00 am and 12:00 Noon

3 APRIL 9, 2017 PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD PAGE 3 Mass Intentions & Schedule Mon., April 10, :00 am Fr. Bruno Raspudic, OFM George Rozman Tues., April 11, :30 am Laura Anne Lorek David & Jamie Smith Wed., April 12, :00 pm Living Members of the Dannelley Family Charles Kubit Family Thurs., April 13, 2017 Holy Thursday Fri., April 14, 2017 Good Friday Sat., April 15, 2017 Easter Vigil Sun. April 16, 2017 Easter Sunday Sun. April 16, 2017 Easter Sunday Sun. April 16, 2017 Easter Sunday Deceased 7:00 pm Mass of the Lord s Supper 1:30 pm Passion of Our Lord (No Mass) 8:00 pm For the People of Holy Sepulcher 8:00 am For the People of Holy Sepulcher 10:00 am For the People of Holy Sepulcher 12:00 Noon For the People of Holy Sepulcher GOOD FRIDAY TENEBRAE SERVICE A Good Friday Tenebrae Service featuring The Seven Last Days Cantata by Joel Raney will be presented by the Holy Sepulcher Church Adult Choir. Tenebrae is an ancient service of light that is traditionally prayed during Holy Week. Our Tenebrae Service will take place on Good Friday. During this moving service, we recall the last days of our Lord through song and light. If you have never experienced Tenebrae, we highly recommend that you join us on Friday, April 14 at 7:00 pm. Easter Flowers If you would like to make a donation for flowers displayed on the Altar at Easter, please fill out a form located in the Narthex or use the specific Easter flower donation envelope which is in the April offering envelopes. The flowers can be in memory of or in honor of a loved one or for any other sentiment. Donations can be put in the collection basket, dropped off or mailed to the parish office. Checks are made payable to Holy Sepulcher. WELCOME TO HOLY SEPULCHER Welcome and thank you for choosing to worship with us today at Holy Sepulcher Church. We are pleased to have you with us. We hope that you will return often to worship with us, to grow in Christ and in our Catholic Faith. If you are new and would like to join the parish, please register at: or contact the Parish Office. DIRECTORY Father Robert J. Cedolia rjc78@zoominternet.net Deacon: Mr. David S. Miller davidscottmiller@zoominternet.net School Principal: Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ ; principal@holysepulcher.org Director of Faith Formation: Mrs. Amy LaMartina ; hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com Directress of Music Ministries Ms. Madlyn DeRito ; deritoma@hotmail.com Business Manager: Mrs. Joan Tosto ; hsc.joan@zoominternet.net Admin. Assistant to the Pastor and Safe Environment Coordinator: Mrs. Joanne Castello ; hsc.joanne@zoominternet.net Parish Secretary: Ms. Dana Knox ; hsc.office@zoominternet.net Parish Pastoral Council: Mr. Raymond Schratz - Vice Chairperson Prayer Chain Requests: or hscprayerchain@gmail.com Abuse Hotline: Bulletin Submission Deadline: Monday at Noon EASTER BLESSING OF FAMILIES On Easter Sunday, April 16, Bishop David Zubik together with his brothers Auxiliary Bishop William Waltersheild and Retired Auxiliary Bishop William Winter will welcome families to the Diocese of Pittsburgh to the Annual Blessing of Families at Saint Paul Cathedral (108 N. Dithridge St., Pittsburgh) at 2:00 pm. All are welcome to the Cathedral to receive this special Blessing imparted by our bishops as they also take the opportunity to thank families for the beautiful witness of love and faith that they share with us.

4 APRIL 9, 2017 PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD PAGE 4 AROUND THE PARISH WEEKLY OFFERING Regular Collection: Sunday, April 2, 2017 (355) Envelopes Loose (31)Online Total $10, $2, $1, $15, Parish Maintenance Fund: $ Parish Share: $3, Parish Share Diocesan Goal Collected: $38, Parish Share Diocesan Goal: $106, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS DURING HOLY WEEK The collection on Holy Thursday (April 13) will be used to support teens going on the Life Teen Mission Trip 2017 and other summer activities. Your generosity is most appreciated. On Good Friday, we will take up a collection for the Holy Land. Pope Francis has asked to support the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. Your support helps the church minister in parishes, provide the Catholic schools and offer religious education. The Pontifical Good Friday Collection also helps to preserve the sacred shrines. The wars, unrest and instability have been especially hard on Christians. In these times of crisis, the Pontifical Good Friday Collection provides humanitarian aid to refugees. When you contribute to the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, you become an instrument of peace and join with Catholics around the world in solidarity with the Church in the Holy Land. Please be generous. NO SCRIP SALES DURING EASTER WEEK There will be no scrip sales during the week of Easter (April 10). Giant Eagle cards ($25.00 and $100.00) will be available in the parish office during business hours.. Scrip will resume the week of April 17. Holy Sepulcher Men s Retreat A retreat is a special moment to step back from the demands and challenges of daily life. It is an opportunity to rest, to gain perspective, to slow down. A retreat is a precious opportunity to renew faith, to experience the loving presence of God, to seek the wisdom necessary for good daily living. The Holy Sepulcher Men s retreat will be at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center on April ALL men in the parish are welcome to this spiritual and relaxing weekend. Call Bob Speck at or Ron Hartzel at with any questions. Be good to yourself; seek the refreshment and renewal of heart, mind and spirit that comes from making a retreat! ELIZABETH MINISTRY Pregnant? Had a new baby recently? The Elizabeth Ministry would like to share in your joy with a welcome basket and 2 hot meals delivered to your home! We have a wonderful team of volunteers who are eager to support our new moms, whether it s your first child or you re adding to a growing family. Please contact us and let us know how we can be of support to you! t_bogacki@yahoo.com or Terri at EASTER SUNDAY MINISTRY SCHEDULE April 16, :00 am Eucharistic Ministers B. Gillis T. Gillis G. Gillis R. Gillis J. Hutchinson P. Hutchinson D. Thunell J. Thunell Dcn. Dave Proclaimer D. Brewlawski Altar Servers B. Stickney P. Stickney April 16, :00 am Eucharistic Ministers J. Ewing R. Ewing P. Green R. Green M. Marshall K. Martell S. Pieto J. Roos Dcn. Dave Proclaimer T. Eury Altar Servers I. Seybert C. Seybert April 16, :00 Noon Eucharistic Ministers J. Bennett G. Cararie R. Cararie P. Deah J. Duster E. Harper R. Sarver J. Tosto Dcn. Dave Proclaimer M. Hoerner Altar Servers R. Connolly C. Best Weekday Altar Server (4/10-4/14) I. Montes Volunteer Servers needed for Wed. 7:00 p.m. Mass. For the complete month s schedule, visit our website: Parish Offices Closed The Parish Offices will be closed Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Monday, April 17. Please pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of John Jack Webb (Father of Diane (Steve) Harrington and Mary Anne Iole) and George Masdea who recently passed away and are enjoying everlasting life. NEW MEMBERS OF HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH M/M Chad & Rachael DeMeio (Anthony & Alyssa) M/M Edward & Rachael Pupich (Peyton)

5 PAGE 5 EDUCATION NEWS HOLY SEPULCHER SCHOOL FAITH FORMATION We re more than just a School, We re Community. We re Family. Mrs. Amy LaMartina, Faith Formation Director hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ, Principal school@holysepulcher.org Hornets Gala You are invited to the Hornets Gala, which will be held at the Butler Country Club on Saturday, April 22nd. Tickets are available in the School Office. We hope to see you there. Full Day Kindergarten We have some openings in our full day Kindergarten class. Contact the school office to register or set up a tour of the school. MAPLE SUGARING Upcoming DATES April 9 & 16: No classes or Children s Liturgy - Palm Sunday & EASTER SUNDAY April 15: Easter Egg Hunt - 11:00am - 12:30pm April 20: Pre-Baptism Class - 6:30-8:15pm in the Faith Formation Office. April 23: K-8 Faith Formation & Catechesis of the Good Shepherd; Children s Liturgy - 10:30 Mass April 29 - First Communion Retreat -12:30-5pm (concludes with 4pm Mass) April 30: FAMILY, FAITH & FUN: Spring Into Action Picnic & Ministry Fair 11:30am - 1:00pm. Saturday, April 15 11:00 am in Cafeteria GAMES CRAFT FACE-PAINTING LUNCH for FAMILY (hotdogs, chips, Cookie & drink) RSVP: or hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net NEXT BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS APRIL 20, 6:30-8:15 IN FAITH FORMATION OFFICE Last month, our students were able to participate in Maple Sugaring at Lutherlyn. Though it was a chilly day, the students learned to tap a tree, collect sap and make syrup. ALPHABET BANQUET O ur Kindergarten class put on the annual Alphabet Banquet. They read about the letters, sang songs, and had a fun evening! Call to register Mark your calendars! APRIL 30 FAMILY, FAITH & FUN Spring Into Action Picnic & Ministry Fair 11:30am - 1:00pm at Holy Sepulcher School Vacation Bible School Coming June 26-30! We gather from 9am 12pm. Many volunteers are needed. Registration will begin after Easter. This year s theme: Mighty Fortress: In JESUS, the victory is won!

6 PAGE 6 YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT AND COMMUNITY Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Life Teen Follow us on Instagram: Follow@youthofholysep Youth Ministry for 6th-8th Graders Greg Gillis, Coordinator holysepedge@gmail.com 6th, 7th and 8th Graders: Life Teen, Every Sunday, 6:30-8:30 pm Food Fun Friends Faith ADULTS NEEDED NEEDED: Life Teen is looking for 2 more adult leaders for our Queens, NY Mission Trip July 16-22, Please contact Joni if you are interested. We do not have EDGE on the 3rd Saturday in April, so instead why not go to the Easter Vigil? Are you in 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th Grade? Join us for our next EDGE night on May 1st from 7-9pm in the YYAC. Wait, 5th-8th?! That s right, 5th graders are welcome to join us starting in May! Bring your friends and invite your enemies. Don t forget our time changes to 7-9 starting May 1st. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Join us for our annual Service Project as we help service the FISH FRY EVERY Friday from 4:30-7 in the school cafeteria. Wear your EDGE shirt if you have one. It s always a blast and you get food! SIDEBAR TITLE Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Young Adult Ministry Join us for the Chrism Mass at St. Paul s Cathedral and a pilgrimage walk to seven downtown Pittsburgh churches! We ll be back in time for 7:00 pm Mass. A PERMISSION FORM IS REQUIRED and can be found online! I MAKE ALL THINGS NEW There are still several spots left for the Steubenville Youth Conference June 23-25, Contact Joni to register!

7 PAGE 7 EVENTS AND NEWS THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER: Life Teen IMPACT Meeting Sun., April 9 at 11:30 am Life Teen Life Night Sun., April 9 at 6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal Mon., April 10 at 6:30 pm Discovering Christ Tues., April 11 at 6:30 pm Women s Discipleship (Life Teen) Tues., April 11 at 7:00 pm Move Up Pitt Research Wed., April 12 at 6:00 pm Rosary Prayer Wed., April 12 at 6:30 pm Patzun Meeting Wed., April 12 at 7:30 pm Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord s Supper Thurs., April 13 at 7:00 pm Adoration Thurs., April 13 after Mass, until 11:00 pm Good Friday Service (No Mass) Fri., April 14 at 1:30 pm Fish Fry Fri., April 14 from 4:30-7:00 pm Tenebrae Service Fri., April 14 at 7:00 pm Easter Egg Hunt Sat., April 15 at 10:00 am Blessing of the Easter Food Sat., April 15 at 12:00 Noon Easter Vigil Sat., April 15 at 8:00 pm CHINESE AUCTION VOLUNTEERS The Chinese Auction Committee is looking for volunteers that are willing to be dedicated, and help out anytime from now until the day of the Bazaar. There are many volunteer opportunities such as: Making phone calls for donations Taking letters to businesses for donations Putting baskets together Organizing the basket rooms Monitoring the rooms during the Bazaar Ticket sales Distribution of baskets to winners The Chinese Auction Committee meets the 3rd Monday of each month. Everyone is welcome. If you are interested in joining the fun, please call to get more information or join us for the next meeting on April 17 at 7:00 pm. Come and see what volunteer opportunities are available to you! For more information: Niccole Szymanowski at or szymanowski@zoominternet.net or Linda Armstrong at or llclowns@consolidated.net. BEE KIND AND DONATE TO THE CHINESE AUCTION! Last year the Chinese Auction had leaves on a tree board with suggested donation items. This year, there will be a board with a beehive and bees buzzing around for suggested donation items. The bees will be available after Easter and will range from $ $ Please consider taking one or more bees. By donating items, it will leave more money in the budget to purchase bigger items for the Chinese Auction. Donations can be turned in at anytime and the deadline is July 30. Please leave donations in the coat room marked Chinese Auction. Cash or gift card donations should be turned into the parish office. For more information on how you can help support the Chinese Auction, contact Niccole Szymanowski at or szymanowski@zoominternet.net or Linda Armstrong at or llclowns@consolidated.net. SPRING CLEAN FOR FLEA MARKET ITEMS Spring clean your house by setting aside your CLEAN, USABLE tems for our annual Church Bazaar Flea Market! Household items, toys, tools, small electronics, wooden furniture, jewelry, books, etc. are greatly appreciated! Items we are NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT: stuffed furniture, clothing, paint, chemicals, exercise equipment, computers (including monitors and keyboards), televisions, tires, bowling balls, large office furniture, metal file cabinets, LP records, cassette and VCR tapes. These items do not sell! Please save your clean, usable items for drop off at the church grounds beginning Wednesday, August 9. Items will not be accepted prior to that date. Specific drop off times and locations will be listed closer to that date.