Saint Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Church

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1 Saint Thomas A Becket Roman Catholic Church A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 139 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025, JULY 13, 2014 DEVOTION: Infant of Prague Novena: Tuesday after Mass. Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena: Thursday after Mass. SACRAMENT OF PENANCE: Saturday 4:00 p.m., or anytime by appointment. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: Available to the chronically or seriously ill. Call the Parish office. MISSION STATEMENT We, the faith community of Saint Thomas A Becket are a suburban family-oriented parish founded in 1957 that continues to grow in spiritual gifts and blessings. These blessings are inherited through our baptism and empowered by the Holy Spirit to share, to witness and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. Enriched by the Sacraments, rooted in the Eucharist, we humbly seek to support the foundations of family and faith in our parish and surrounding community, particularly, serving those most in need so that Christ s love might be more abundant in all our lives. Saturday Sunday Daily Holy Days MASS SCHEDULE 5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday 9:00 a.m. See Schedule in Bulletin PARISH STAFF Pastor Reverend Daniel J. Maurer Deacon, Gerard Como D.R.E. & Pre-School Sister Dolores Ann, SCN Social Service Minister Sister Mary Judith, SCN Minister of Music, Carol Accetta PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. PHONE FAX Convent Coffee Shoppe Diocese of Pittsburgh Abuse Hotline: SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Baptism is celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. Parents are required to participate in one Baptism Preparation Session offered during the months of January, April, August and October. Please call the Parish for the date and time of the Session. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: The Sacrament of Marriage is celebrated on Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. Couples must meet with a priest at least six months prior to their wedding date. No date can be confirmed until this meeting. Couples are required to attend an approved pre-cana preparation program. (RCIA) RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS: The Easter Season welcomes new Catholics or those adult Catholics who wish to complete their Sacrament of Initiation (Holy Communion, Confirmation) into full communion with the church. This is a process of prayer, study and decision. Any adult wishing to inquire further should contact the Parish office. SACRAMENT OF HOLY ORDERS: Please call the Pastor if you feel you might be called to the Priesthood or diaconate.

2 ST. THOMAS A BECKET JEFFERSON HILLS, PA For the Week of July 13, 2014 It is a Holy and Wholesome Thought to Pray for the Dead. Saturday, July 12 5:00 PM... Joseph Frangona (Aceto Family) Sunday, July 13, Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM... Ernie & Mary Lou De Maio (Kosslow Family) 10:15 AM... In Honor of Rosa Mystica 12:00 NN... For the People of the Parish Monday, July 14, St. Kateri Tekakwitha 9:00 AM... Joseph DeSimone (Angie Zalakar) Tuesday, July 15, St. Bonaventure 9:00 AM... George Donahoe Hester, Sr. (Harry & Kathy Dudro) Wednesday, July 16 9:00 AM...Anna Marie Zager (Husband, Sam & Family) Thursday, July 17 9:00 AM...Dottie Eibl (Husband, Frank Eibl) Friday, July 18 9:00 AM... Charles P. Gennaula (Wife, Shirley) Saturday, July 19 2:30 PM... Warnock & Papuga Nuptials 5:00 PM... George & Marie Lamars (Sparta Family) Sunday, July 20, Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM... For the People of the Parish 10:15 AM... Ernie Clayton (Rod Weiland) 12:00 NN... Joe Kuchta (Wife, Julie & Children) ST. THOMAS A BECKET PRAYER GROUP The Prayer Group meets on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in Room 7 of the School Building across from the Coffee Shoppe. Come join us! Liturgical Ministers July 20, 2014 Lectors: Sat. 5:00 p.m. N. Salopek Sun. 8:00 a.m. M.G. Reynolds Sun. 10:15 a.m. M. Fickley Sun. 12:00 p.m. T. Aceto Extra Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Sat. 5:00 p.m. M. Hinnebusch-N. Kacerik-F. Kanonik Sun. 8:00 a.m. L. Breisinger-S. Breisinger-K. Mason Sun. 10:15 a.m. R. Dischner-M. Pawlesh-M. Zumbo Sun. 12:00 p.m. S. Baughman-D. Ging-L. Payne Acolytes: Sat. 5:00 p.m. M. Cathell-J. Martinis-E. Savikas Sun. 8:00 a.m. M. Campano-M. Petrick-J. Stosic Sun. 10:15 a.m. J. Aul-R. Aul-C. Robis Sun. 12:00 p.m. A. Aceto-A. Plasynski-J. Plasynski SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO Mr. & Mrs. Ryan Abels upon the baptism of their son, Ryder Christian. We wish the Abels family all of God s blessings. BANNS III Ron Warnock & Jennifer Papuga

3 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JULY 13, 2014 PARISH FESTIVAL 2014 LIST OF PRIZE WINNERS PARISH RAFFLE WINNERS Thursday s Parish Raffle...($1,000).Michelle Lesutis Friday s Parish Raffle.($1,000). Shirley Gennaula Saturday s Parish Raffle.($1,000)...Joe Maola SKY JUMP WINNERS 1st Jump...($ 250)....Jim Carlucci 2nd Jump..($ 500)...Karen Zampatti 3rd Jump..($1,000) John Rambo SUPER AUCTION WINNERS Kayak Cheryl White Snow Blower Somer Grese Shark Sweeper Ralph Graeser Laptop & Printer..... Marisa Smith Patio Table & Chairs Susan Albensi Jewelry Box...Joyce Watko Motorized Scooter.....Shirley Gennaula George Foreman & Tastefully Simple..Sharyn Reagan Quilt & Rocker....Zach Katic Basket of Cheer....Chona Arriola Steeler Jacket & Tickets....Larry Ging Luggage & $ R.J. Garber Bunjo Chairs & Table...Susie Mason Freezer & $200 Meat..... Carol Schoemer Weber Grill......Maria Salka Wine Basket...Don Aul Casino Vouchers......Theodora Walters Margaritaville......Brent Enos Frisbee Golf....Kelli Scharvo Kids Playset. Natalie Ciccanti Lie Naj Gift Basket..... Karen Scanga Limo & Grandconcourse Gift Certificate Diane Peconi Umbrella with $ Rachelle Smith Treasure Tree..Janie Stash Italian Gift Certificates....Donna Horcick Coach Purse....Eric Gress Treasure Chest of Gold....Jeff Simqu Internet Tablet.....Carol Voss Basket of Cheer... Heather McGough Restaurant Gift Cards..Sue Weber Thank You GOLF FOURSOME WINNER SELECTED Congratulations to Michael Wilding who was selected as the foursome winner to the 8th Annual St. Thomas A Becket Golf Outing. This event will be held on Monday, October 13, 2014 at the South Hills Country Club. Registration forms will be posted on the St. Thomas A Becket s website ( or they can be obtained by calling Tim Veith at For dinners only with confirmed table reservations, contact Debbie Madden at Entertainment will be provided by the hilarious Pittsburgh Dad. FESTIVAL GOLF GAME WINNERS Butlers Golf Passes.Tim Barnes Riverview Golf Passes...Hoss Riverview Golf Passes.....Emil Olson Practice Golf Center (Par 3)..Kathy LoPresti Practice Golf Center (Mini-Golf) Passes. Kyle Brandon Practice Golf Center (2 large Buckets).Joe Ducko to everyone for making this years Parish Festival a success!

4 ST. THOMAS A BECKET JEFFERSON HILLS, PA The beautiful flowers at the Blessed Mother this week are in loving memory of Lou Sekulich, from wife, Dorothy & Family. What a wonderful VBS we all experienced. There were 50 children this year ages 4 through Grade 4 who participated in SONWEST ROUNDUP. Gratitude and sincere thanks go to the following: Coordinator.. Leah Payne and her assistant Toni Aceto. Our teenagers who assisted in the program...alyssa Vogel, Elena Savikas, Hannah Dorsey and Jase Dorsey, Rachel Aul, Emma Hedrick, Paige Conley, Emily, Justin, Joey and Anthony Lekse, Hannah Pasqualini, Mackenzie Zang, Allison Weidmann, Anthony Aceto, Jadyn Reinhart, Sean and Ryan Miller and Courtney Zoglmann. Tara Conley who coordinated the Music with Frank Pasqualini. Catechists...Carolyn Armitage, Barbara Zehnder, Sherri Kearns, Joanne Bieranowski, Donna Zang and Michelle Lesutis. Many thanks to our devoted parents and children for making this a delightful week to grow closer to our Blessed Mother and her Son, Jesus. Many thanks to Andrea Richard who gave of her talents with the props. This week would not have been possible without the efforts of all the Adults and Teen volunteers. To all who participated in any way, please accept our personal appreciation and thankfulness for you ongoing faith and essential service to our church. The Vigil Light at the Tabernacle in the Church will burn this week in loving memory of Lou Sekulich, from wife, Dorothy & Family. The Vigil Light in the Daily Mass Chapel will burn this week in loving memory of Florence Gaydos, from Rita & Rod Kushner. HOME WITH THE LORD Heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of Raymond Englert and Betsy Gaber Bombara, daughter of Helen and Paul Gaber of our parish. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed be embraced by the Heavenly Father unto everlasting life. OAKLAND CATHOLIC HONOR ROLL CONGRATULATIONS! HONOR: HIGHEST HONOR: Rachael Kondrat Mary Lowman GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU! BINGO UNDER THE STARS The Knights of Columbus will sponsor this event which will be held on Friday, August 8, 2014 at the St. Thomas A Becket Pavilion. Proceeds from the bingo will help support our seminarians. Cost of the ticket is $20. Only 100 tickets will be sold. Bingo will consist of 12 games with game prizes of $30 and a final coverall game with a grand prize of $500. The Knights of Columbus will begin selling tickets at the Masses on July 12 & 13. Thank you.

5 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JULY 13, 2014 GOLDEN WEDDING CELEBRATION The Diocese of Pittsburgh is once again planning its annual Golden Wedding Celebration for the couples who are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. This year s event will begin with Mass at St. Paul Cathedral on Sunday, October 12, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. Bishop Zubik will be the main celebrant. A reception will follow in the lower hall of the Cathedral. Cathedral and hall are both handicap accessible. If you are one of the couples celebrating your 50th anniversary in 2014, and would like to receive an invitation to this event, please call the church office or drop a note in the collection basket no later than August 10, WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Worldwide Marriage Encounter is a tune -up for your marriage! Making good marriages GREAT for over 35 years! Get the info on our next weekend now by calling or visit YourMarriageIsWorthIt.org. FESTIVAL AT ST BASIL PARISH IN CARRICK St. Basil Parish, 1735 Brownsville Road, will host its annual six night festival this July on the parish grounds from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. There will be children s and adult games, refreshments, bingo, a bake sale, raffles, a Chinese auction, a flea market, carnival rides, music and entertainment. Please call the St. Basil Parish office ( ) this week for information. All are most welcome! DEMARILLAC GUILD The DeMarillac Guild will hold a flea market Timeless Treasures from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 25th and 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 26th in the LeGras Parish Center (lower level), 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Items will include gently used children s clothing to size 6, toys, jewelry, collectibles, knick knacks, kitchen items, holiday decorations, linens, lamps and much more. There will also be a boutique offering better items. If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Provil at Extend your hand to the poor and needy! PARISH SHARE 2014 Christ s teachings point out that we, His followers, need to share our material blessings with others. Through Parish Share, we are able to support the works of Catholic Charities, the good works arm of the diocese that serves in all of our six counties, as well as youth and young adult ministries, respect life ministry, hospital chaplains, and Pre-Cana preparation programs, our Catholic Schools and all Diocesan Catechism programs to name just a few. REMEMBER if we exceed our PSP goal, we can use the excess funds to support our own parish projects and ministries. Help us surpass our goal and build up our parish savings assessment-free. Whatever you can do will be greatly appreciated. Thank you! Our Assessed Goal: $124, Monies received so far: $ 67, Amount Still Needed: $ 56, Would you enjoy being a member of an organization of women devoted to providing support to underprivileged children? This commitment requires a modest time involvement. Call the Christ Child Society representative for more information. Mary ( ) or Kelly ( ) STEWARDSHIP OF THE LORD S TREASURE Date PARISHIONERS: If you have moved recently or have had a phone number changed, please notify the Parish Office by calling (412) or us at becketst@comcast.net. Please help us to keep our census files up to date. Thank you. Total Offertory 7/06/14 Collected at Masses $9, On-line Giving $1, /29/14 Peter s Pence $1,820.00