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2 -~ SS. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church /Assumption B.V.M. 131 North Beech Street, Mount Carmel, Pa Rectory Church Hall Prayer Line: Louise Cuff Eleanor Stebila Louise Troyan Very Reverend Archpriest Michael Hutsko, Pastor Please notify the rectory office if you or a loved one is hospitalized or admitted to a nursing home. Office Hours: Mon. Tues. Fri.- 9:00AM-3:00PM Wed. Thurs. 9:00AM -12:00 Noon 1 81 Collection: Candles 2nd Collection: Regular Offering 12 Sunda After Pentecost Au ust Saturday : 15 PM Confessions 4:00 PM + Edward Grabowski h Anniversary req. by Wife, Martha & Family Sunday :15 AM Confessions 9:15 AM For the Parishioners Monday No Divine Liturgy Tuesday No Divine Liturgy Wednesday OB :00AM + Michael Merikas req. by Wife, Anna Thursday :00AM + Edward Adzema, Jr. req, by Marcy Lavelle Friday :00AM+ Rose Gallup req. by AI & Sandy Olszewski Saturday :00AM For the Deceased Parishioners of Our Parish 3:15 PM Confessions 4:00 PM For the Parishioners Sunday h Sunday After Pentecost 8:15AM Confessions 9:15 AM+ Robert Bergal req. by Wife, Jeanne & Children 1n::O. :0 Confessions '11 :00 AM+ Theresa Mekosh- Birthday Remembrance- req. by Sister, MaryAnn Sunday th Sunday After Pentecost 10:30 AM Confessions 11 :00 AM + Rose Jankowski req. by Assumption/SS. Peter & Paul Pyrohy Workers Thought for the Day: ~Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: Condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: Forgive, and ye shall be forgiven."

3 Welcome: We the people of SS. Peter & Paul/Assumption Churches, are a catholic community that worships God, spreads the Good News of Christ, and serves those in need. Come into the house. Bring all you are, no need to check your failures at the door. There are no perfect people here. You are invited: come. Come in seeking, come in wondering, come in hurting. Come into this house of companionship and compassion. Come in. You are welcome here. SS. Peter & PauVAssumption Churches open their doors to you. Daily Liturgy: Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest! Take my yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble of heart, and you will find rest of your souls. For my yoke is easy and My burden light. "Mt. 11, " All are invited to be refreshed by the Lord on a daily basis by attending Divine Liturgy and receiving the Holy Eucharist! What a beautiful way to start the day! Your participation on a daily basis allows Jesus to refresh and renew your life as only he can. Upcoming Events: Mark your calendars and plan to support and participate in the following events... :_... August 2012 August 18th & 19 1 h- Blessing of August 22"" at 5:00PM Youth Day at Knoebel's- Meeting at Pavilion D for a bite to eat, then into the park for some fun. September 2012 September 2"d, Altar Rosary Society Sunday September ar", Labor Day September 9 1 h, Holy Name Society Sunday Sunday Social Resumes at SS. Peter & Paul Church Half after Divine Liturgy September 19th & 20 1 h., Pyrohy Sale Resumes SS. Peter & Paul/Assumption BVM Parish Food Drive: The Altar Rosary Society is sponsoring a food drive to help The Mount Carmel Area Food Bank to feed the needy. The food is distributed to only Mount Carmel Area residents. We will be collecting canned or boxed items such as cereal, potatoes, rice, pasta, spaghetti sauce, peanut butter, jelly, pudding, crackers, etc. No perishable items will be accepted, such as fruit, vegetables, etc. You may place donations in the container in the front of the church. This is an ongoing project. As we receive donations they will be taken to The Mount Cannel Area Food Bank. Thank you for your ger~erosity.

4 I Your Stewardship: We thank you for your generous financial support of our parish communities. The following donations were deposited from last Sunday's collection. Weekly Parish Financial Report: SS. Peter & Paul Church Sunday August 12 1 \2012 Income... $ 2, Expenses... $ 1, Sunday August 14 1 h Income... $ 2, SS. Peter & Paul Rebuilding Fund Donations: $ In Loving Memory of Krista (Mazurkevich) Fracalassi by Mom & Dad - Assumption BVM SundayAugust12~,2012 ln,-.n...-.c <1:. AO? ('\('\ II l>.svi I IUo,,,,,,,,,,,, \jl UVL... UU Expenses... $ Sunday... August 14 1 h, 2011 Income... $ Assumption B.V.M. Donations: None A Beautiful Prayer Lord, teach me to be generous. Teach me to serve you as you desejve; to give and not to count ihe cost; to fight and not heed the wounds; to toil and not to seek for rest; to labor and not to ask for reward; except to know that I am doing your will. Saint Ignatius of Loyola 1- Altar Flowers: Altar flowers can be 1 sponsored weekly for $30.00 per! arrangement. Parishioners can sponsor these flowers in Memory of a loved one, or for any occasion. Anyone interested in sponsoring flowers may call 339~ 0650, or visit the church office. Altar Flowers: Both Altar Flower arrangements at Assumption B.V.M. Church for the week of August 1 gth are In Honor of Luke & Trish Lapotsky on their 20 1 h VVeddlng Annlversa ry. May God Grant them Many More Happy & Healthy Anniversaries. MNOHAYA I BLAHAYA LIT A! Memoriam: We offer our love, prayers, and sympathy to the family and friends of+ Patncia (Pat) Rudock, who fell asleep in the Lord this past week. May Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ comfort Pat's family and friends, and MaY her Memory Be Eternal. VICHNAYA PAMYAT!

5 Prayer Intention Line: The Altar Rosary Society of SS. Peter & Paul Church sponsors a "Prayer Intention Line'' for the spiritual benefit of our parishioners, families, and friends. Please fee I free to call one of the phone numbers listed at the top of the bulletin to request prayers for whatever intention you may have. You may also write your prayer requests in the Prayer Intention Book in the vestibule of the church. Be assured your requests for prayer will be honored daily by the members of the Altar Rosary Society and by all members of our parish. St. Mary s Homecoming Picnic: Saint Mary's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 210 West Blaine Street, McAdoo invites you to their 5th Annual Homecoming Picnic. ~Sharing our Time, Talent, and Treasure. Friday, August 24th from 6 PM to 10 PM Saturday, August 25th from 12 Noon to 10PM Sunday, August 26th from 11 AM to 7 PM Live Entertainment Daily Fri.- The Shannon Marsyada Trio (6to10) Sat. -OJ Shannon Marsyada (12 Noon-3 PM) The Legends (6 PM to 10 PM) Sun. On the road Live Polka Joe Manjack 1 0 AM to 1 PM WLSH- AM 1410 Kazka Dance Ensemble (1:30PM) The Golden Tones ( 3 PM - 7 PM) Pyrohy - Holubtsi- Bleenies- Halushkie - other assorted Ukrainian Foods - Mexican Foods- ~Tricky Trays Tours of Our Church- Ukrainian Gifts & Artisans. Ukrainian Festival: The Ukrainian Homestead, located in Lehighton, PA will host its twenty~first Ukrainian traditional Ukrainian song, dance, folk art and a variety of foods such as pyrohy, holubtsi, kovbasa, pastries and so on. The stage shows will be dedicated to the twenty-fifth anniversary of Schuylkill County's Kazka Ukrainian Folk Ensemble who have been entertaining audiences with traditional and exciting dance and song all those years. For additional information, please call or visit our website at Come out and enjoy a weekend of Ukrainian culture! A group registration form is included in the information packet in the event that some parishioners may be interested in attending. Groups of 25 or' more will receive free admission! Flyers are available in the vestibule of SS. Peter & Paul Church. Ukrainian Seminary Day Wrap-up Meeting: The 2012 Ukrainian Seminary Day Wrap-up meeting will be held Tuesday, September 4 1 h. at 7:00PM in St. Michael's Hall, Frackville. A financial report will be presented at that time. Representatives from all parishes are encouraged to attend.

6 Together in Christ Encounter 2012: I The Eastern Catholic Bishops of the USA are sponsoring three Encounters of our respective Churches this year which will take place in three locations: Cleveland, Oh (September 20-23), Los Angeles, Ca. (November 1-4), and for the Eastern United States at St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church in Hillsborough, NJ. (October 11-14). These gatherings and the one in Hillsborough in particular, are geared for the laity and clergy with the theme: Together in Christ- the Spirituality of Discipleship: A Call to Holiness An Encounter is a time for au Eastern, Catholics to meet and to grow in the Lord, and to study themes that would assist them in fostering more spiritual and educational growth in their parishes. By having an Encounter in our region, it will be easier and convenient for more participation of the laity and clergy. Also, follow up meetings and programs within a certain region will provide more growth for our Churches since parishes of Eastern Traditions have so much in common. The first session, entitled Who is the Church? will be 1e9 by Rt Rev. Damon 1 Geiger of the Eparchy of Newton. The second session, Activity of the Royal Priesthood, will be led by Dr. Maureen Dadonna of the Eparchy of Passaic. The third session, Blueprint for Church Growth, will be led by Sr. Marla Marie Lucas, MSCL, of the Eparchy of St. Maron. The main session entitled, The "How" and What of Lay Leadership: Action Put on Christ! will be presented by the Most Reverend Peter Ubasci, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester, New Hampshire. On Sunday. Matins and the Divine Liturgy will be celebrated followed by the keynote address entitled, Servant Leadership: Be All That You Can Bel Presented by the Most Reverend Nicholas Samra, Eparch of the Mel kite Eparchy of Newton. Registration is $75.00 per person for the Encounter. A discount for early registration of five or more from one parish is available at $50.00 per person. Hospitality and meals are included in the registration fee. Vendors of Eastern Catholic books and icons are being itarl tn rnrnnl<>m<>nt th<>!=nr.f"'ujntp.r ILlVlu... u v V'-''''~''"''''~'"'.,,_ ~ Previously, Encounters were held in 1999 in Boston and 2006 in Chicago. They were held mainly for bishop's and invited clergy and laity. This year's Encounter is open to all who want to!earn, pray, and grow in Christ for the building up of the Body of Christ. The Eastern Catholic Bishops have formed a national body are a region in the US Catholic Conference of Bishops. They represent the following traditions: American, Byzantine- Melkite, Romanian, Ruthenian and Ukrainian; Syriac- Chaldean, Maronite, Syro Malabar, and Syro-Malankara. For more information a copy of Encounter 2012 is available at the Church office during normal office hours.

7 Blessing of School Children: In preparation for the upcoming school year, Father Michael will bless all school students (pre-school, elementary, high school and college) at all liturgies the weekend of August 18th. & 19'" at SS. Peter & Paul and Assumption B.V.M. Churches. A Prayer for Children and Teachers God of life and love, Open my heart and mind To the abundance of your blessings. - Open my eyes To you presence among us. Open my ears To the sound of your voice. Open my hands So I can serve others. Open my mind To learning and knowledge. Open my imagination So I can grow in w_isdom and joy. Open my heart So I can grow in faith, Help me to respond To the gift of your love. Amen Se,gtember Pyrohy Sale: SS. Peter & Paul/Assumption B.V.M. Pyrohy Sale will resume on Wednesday, September 19 1 h at 8:00AM & Thursday, September 20th, starting at 9:00AM. Orders must be placed by Thursday, September 13'", 2012 by calling the church office at during normal office hours. SS. Peter & Paul Altar Rosarv Society: Bus Trip: SS. Peter & Paul's Altar Rosary Society is sponsoring a bus trip on November 6 1 h, 2012 to the American Music Theater in Lancaster to see the Christmas show. Lunch will be at Shady Maple. Cost is $80.00 and includes: transportation, lunch, and a ticket to the show. For reservations call Jeanne or Chris Seminarian Day: Booklet: Anyone who placed an ad in the 78ffi Annual Ukrainian Seminary Day Booklet, and wishes to have a booklet may pick it up at SS. Peter & Paul Church office during regular office hours. Thank you! St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church Halu~ki Dinner: Halupki Dinner Sponsored by St. Nicholas Church Sunday, August 26'", 2012 St. Nicholas Hall, Primrose 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM includes... halupki, filling, mashed potatoes, green beans and roll. $8.50/platter... Eat In or Take Out Advance tickets only ca

8 Lector Schedule: SS. Peter & Paul Sat. August 19\fl- 4:00 PM Volunteer needed see Father Michael Sun. August 26 1 h- 9:15AM George Ann Katchick Please remember: To pray for vocations to the Holy Priesthood and religious life. Rosary Intention: for the week of August for the sick and the infirm of our parishes. In Your Praye rs: Please remember to pray for the sick and the infirm of our Parishes. Sunday Social: Will resume on Sunday, September 9, Coffee and goodies will be served immediately after 9:15AM Divine Liturgy. Donations will be greatly appreciated. Vacationing for the Summer: If you are traveling this summer on vacation and do not attend liturgies, please contribute your previous weeks envelopes that you have missed in the weekly collection basket when you return from vacation. This will help with defraying operating costs for our churches. Thank you for your considered generosity and have a healthy, happy and safe vacation. Youth Trip to Knoebel's: All rehgion class students, altar setvers, ' parents, CCD instructors, and Holy Name Members are invited to Knoebel's on Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at 5:00 PM for an evening of food and fun. The Holy Name society will be purchasing tickets, for all the children. Everyone is to meet at Knoebel's, Pavilion 0, there are 2 tables reserved at this pavilion. We will have a bite to eat at that time, food provided by the Holy Name Society, before proceeding into the park. Mystery (Sacrament of Repentance) Is available before each Divine Liturgy on Saturday, 3:15PM to 4:00PM and on Sunday in SS. Peter & Paul Church, 8:15AM to 9:00AM, and at Assumption B.V.M. Church on Sunday at 10:30 AM to 11 :00 AM in the confessionals.

9 12th Sunday After Pentecost Troparion: Let the heavens be glad, let the earth rejoice, for the Lord has done a mighty deed with His arm. He trampled death by death. He became the first~born of the dead; He saved us from the abyss of Hades and granted great mercy to the world. Kontakion: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. You rose from the tomb, 0 compassionate Lord, and led us out from the gates of death. Today Adam exults and Eve rejoices, and the prophets together with the patriarchs unceasingly acclaim the divine might of Your power. Theotokion: Now and ever and forever: Amen. Today the Virgin stands before us in the church, and together with the choirs of saints invisibly prays to God for us. Angels are worohipping with hierarchs, apostles exult with prophets, for the Mother of God prays in our behalf to the eternal God. Prokimenon: Sing to our God, sing, sing to our King, sing. V. Clap your hands, all you nations; J may not be put to shame for ever. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! In You, 0 Lord, have I hoped that I may not be put to shame for ever. V. Be a protector unto me, 0 God, and a house of refuge to save me Alleluia (3x) Communion Hymn: Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise Him in the highest. Allelujal. (3x) Epistle: Gospel: 1 Cor 9:2-12 Mt. 18:23-35 Prayer for Vocations Almighty and merciful God, Inspire those You have chosen To hear and answer Your call to the Priesthood and Religious Life. Give them the courage To be the prophets for our times. Give them the wisdom and open ness To live their personal call Give them the strength To be ready witnesses of Your love and care for the world..may they find support and encouragement in our words and in our prayers, Through the intercession of Mary The Mother of God, and all the Saints. Amen

10 ASSUMPTIO"' BLESSED VIRGIN MARY CIIURCH- CENTRALIA SS. PETER & PAUL. ~fl'. CARMEL UKRAINIAN GREEK CATIIOLIC CHURCHES 131 N. BEECH STREET,MOUJ'\T CARf\.ffit,PA TELEPHONE: FAX: VERY REVEREND ARCH PRIEST, MICHAEL HL'TSKO SACRAMENTS BAPTISMS: Please con tad the rectory a week or more in advance. CONFESSIONS: Before the weekend Divine Liturgies. Check your bulletin schedule. MARRIAG-ES: Those planning marriages must be active members of the parish, and must contact the pastor at least 6 months in advance. Marriage preparation for couples is required. EMERGENCIES AND PASTORAL CARE: Plea~e call the pastor if a parishioner is hospitalized or homebound and wilt need the Eucharist or Anointing of the Sick. NF:W PARISHIONERS are urged to register in the rectory office) Moving? Change of address? Please notify the rectory. LETTERS OF RECOMMEND A TJON for Sponsors of the sacraments will be issued only to active members of the parish who are registered in the parish, receiving the sacraments and supporting the pari~h. CHLRCH F1JNERALS: Members who are registered in the parish, recehing the sacraments, and supporting the parish... 'ihebody and Blood l>j Christ ----:~-.. F~t_'ire~ived:fro~:.th~---L~~d< h-ir:.l-ai~o:::.. :_. hriv~ ::rb answef.jo~the body_:~)~i ~1;_~:~(~/' llarided -~n i:-o.:y~~~--th~i :th~:-lbtd. j~sm,. on : the l, ard._ ~-A--persbrt --s10uld,ex.affiine )lim:~ :: -- tbt --llig.\jj; 'h-e-:,w_(tfr lia~dc~fov~~.. took hr~~d;., self; and -s().-ear-thehrea(r afi{,t&fink th,~ cup. ;" ati4; -art:cr'i-ic- -ha:d-gi:vell.--tl}imks~: br~ke -il:"irrd.-: For:- anyone Who :ears and.j~i.uks.. WithOtJ:t _ Siid/'-Thii i:s ffiy -b:od}<th~fi $---ftir 'y&u; p~-' discerning the l>ody 1 e3.i:s ahd dririks JUdg~--: -thi~_ln--remetnbi-'.i.itce_of.riie.~-,:> m'ent on hici~el - -- _- _:'_. :-- In-the.&anl~~ay~~o:ri_)t _~~}:-~ftenri~p~~. : _,. ::-1hat is -~~~--nnn;:arn~n~.-you,~~e:.ilr ~d _ -u.- >-saylng,--''1jlith~:up ls-the.-.n~-njrvbi~ni~iiacny _...,. --: ififi:rmj--iimr'a conskler~blt R!tn:lb:~- _arc dy~. < -bk~d~~-:ij:o.. -~l:li's;'-:a _.ofi6r(a~- )rtn'[ Jri nk;_-.i~ - ift- : -. U-\g. lfw{: _disceffied oufs_e1ves,_-'~~~- wo'iii'4_'drit... --rem:ethbiind: '~6ft~" -26FOr:M- ~lfteu.a!$ V jij.:, b~ under juligm.enr;_ but S:i,n(C\<,r ' ~tc.j~dg d-.,-- _. -_ it :-the_$ _1)'~~~4_:_:a_I:J~l'.drink -ih~: ~'!if?;'.}>o(t:.'.. ~a--. :._:: - by {the] Lw~/we are he~ni -Ci'j~ijjllpc:d:.S,Q - - "Clairri tht?de2th'-;;t" th6,l0rd --U:rittl :b:e:~oirtitis.;-_ -. that,.,..e inay n6t. he_ cohdertrti~_d_ _~Pg- W1ih.. Therefore whoever eats the btead or. the world. chinks the tup. of the.l!>rd. unwottbllylifill. East em Chrrstian Bulletin Servrce --PO Box Farrfax, VA wv-,w.ecbulletm.com Ph_ Fax. 703-C91-05'-3 --=--- --