Sunday, January 14, 2018

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1 Sunday, January 14, 2018

2 Pentecost Second The Twelfth Most Holy Sunday June Trinity June Ordinary 4, 2017 Time 11, June January 25, Saint 14, Andrew Saint the Saint Andrew Apostle Andrew the the Parish Apostle the Apostle Parish Parish Page 2 Stewardship is a way of life. Tithing is God s Plan for Giving: December 31, 2017 Tithing Income $6, Tithe $ Actual Income $5, Weekly Budget $7, Poor Box $ Children s Offerings $ 7.00 My Good Deed for the Week: Here s what several of our young people offered as their tithe, in addition to their financial gift: Grade 6: I am trying to pray every night; I helped my dad shovel snow.. This week: 1/7: Paulette Remmick, Jim Barnes, Judy Huber, Dawn Bowders; Bernetta Patridge, Robert Topper, Paul Doty, Becky & Jeffrey Schreck, Jr., Marie Keen; Ronnie Starry, Paul E. Decker; Paul Schur, Don Breinich; Eileen Duke; Woodard Poper, Nicole Lyons; Pat Landerman, Jaime Peachey, Ed Schroyer, Stanley McElhaney; Sheri Evans; Sandy Bowders, John Navolio; E.J. Whitham; Louise West; Becky Shreck & Family; Carolyn Krouse, Monica Wishard, Liz Jobes, Betty Powers, Ralph & Gladys Wetzel, Dorothea Peters, Eliana Bettwy, Catherine Hinkle, Charles Gladhill, Joe Adams, Seth Stine, Helen Hemler, Donna Krietz, Emma Loomis; Prayer List Policy: To help focus our prayers, names are kept on the list for one month. If someone is still in need of prayer, notify the office to list them for another month for as long as prayers are needed. This week, our second collection will be for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and Africa. Your donation today helps restore the Church and build the future in over 25 countries still struggling to recover in the aftermath of communist rule. Funds from this collection help support reconstruction, education, formation, and poverty outreach. For more information, please visit Thank you for your generosity. Buy Gift Cards! Available at the window in the back of church! Today, January 14, 2018 CCD Classes Sunday 9:30-10:45am for Kindergarten High School 10:50 thru 11am Mass for 3yr & 4yr Preschool Office Closed Monday, January 15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Next Weekend, January 20/21, 2018 Holy Hour & Adoration In observance of the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Saint Andrew s will hold a holy hour on Sunday, January 21, 2018 from 12:00 1:00pm. CCD Classes Sunday 9:30-10:45am for Kindergarten High School 10:50 thru 11am Mass for 3yr & 4yr Preschool Youth Group 6 8pm Minister Schedule If you are unable to serve, please find a substitute. Thank you. Saturday, January 20, 5pm: EMHC Karen Lison, Martin Lison, Chris Dennis, Mary Little; Altar Servers Liv Ausherman, Vasil Schur, Andrew Woodring; Lector Marilyn Zak; Gift Bearers Anne Fritzinger, Donna Gladhill, Pat Shank; Greeters Anne, Fritzinger, 1 Needed Sunday, January 21, 8:00am: EMHC Judy Baker, Anne Bonner, Christine Bradley, Anne Hefner; Altar Servers Tanner Barvir, Bella Cartwright, Zachary Wandalowski; Lector Mimi Lising; Gift Bearers Mary Fahrney, Thomas Fahrney, Sandra Kopenhaver; Greeters Bernie McGarity, Lou McGarity Sunday, January 21, 11:00am: EMHC Richard Cook, Belen Aida Bautista, Mike Geoffroy, Sue Miller; Altar Servers Bolden Blades, Ernie, Skehan, Michael Skehan; Lector William Dice; Gift Bearers Charlie Brewer, Rae Brewer, Mary Skehan; Greeters Lydia Schoonover, Stephen Schoonover Please volunteer for the needed spots on the Ministry Schedule on the Website. Eucharistic Ministers for the Homebound If you have not yet received a copy of Visiting the Sick & Homebound 2018, please stop by the parish office to pick one up.

3 Seventh Pentecost Seventeenth Second Third The Twenty-First Most Transfiguration Holy Sunday June of Body in of Easter April Ordinary Easter May of and the Ordinary Blood 4, (Sunday Lord 2017 Time- 30, of August 28, Time Christ January of 2017 Divine July June August 6, Saint 14, Mercy) April , 2018 Andrew 18, , 2017 the Saint 23, Saint Apostle 2017 Andrew Saint Parish the the the Andrew Apostle the Parish Parish Apostle Parish Page Page 3 3 Mass Schedule Saturday, January 13 Saint Hilary, Bishop & Doctor of the Church 8:00 AM Reese Fogarty 3:30 Confessions Mass of Anticipation 5:00 PM Karen Caron Sunday, January 14, 2018 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Harold E. Sprenkle 11:00 AM For the People / Pro Populo Monday, January 15 8:00 AM For the Intentions of the George & Kelli Corbi Family Tuesday, January 16 8:00 AM Elinor Fogarty Wednesday, January 17 Saint Anthony, Abbot 8:00 AM Holy Souls in Purgatory 7:00 8:00 PM Confession Thursday, January 18 8:00 AM Joseph Savitzky Friday, January 19 9:30AM For the Intentions of Father Robert Saturday, January 20 Saint Fabian, Pope & Martyr; Saint Sebastian, Martyr 8:00 AM Paul Mummert 3:30 Confessions Mass of Anticipation 5:00 PM Harold E. Sprenkle Sunday, January 21, 2018 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM For the People / Pro Populo 11:00 AM For the Intentions of Saint Andrew Parish 12:00PM Holy Hour & Adoration (Roe v. Wade) Sacrament of Baptism Baptism is normally celebrated following the 11:00 AM Sunday Mass. Parents must be registered members of the parish and attend a baptism preparation class (held monthly) prior to the baptism. The requirements for godparents are established by the Catholic Church. Please call the parish office for information. Sacrament of Marriage Diocesan policy requires 9 to 12 months of preparation for Marriage. Contact the parish as soon as possible after engagement. No arrangements should be made prior to consultation with the pastor. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Anointing of the sick should be given if an individual is gravely ill or near death. If possible, the Sacrament should also be administered before major surgery or when one is hospitalized. Parish Ministries Directory Boy Scouts Fred Shetter Cemetery Joe Little Council of Catholic Women Elaine Sneeringer Finance Council Chair Charlie Willhide Knights of Columbus Javier Estrada (240) Music Director Kathy Bourdeau Natural Family Planning Jeff & Marcia Moyer Parish Council Chair Chris Dennis Parish Nurse Program Margy Cook Betty Green Prayer Chain Bernie Null Judy Baker Pro-Life Committee Marcia Moyer SCRIP Jen Dennis x209 St Andrew Board of Education Perry Sandy Social Outreach & Advocacy Ministries Marie Maisie DiGiammarino Lucy Ivins Spirited Singles John Hoffman St. Andrew Seniors Joy McDonald Waynesboro Fellowship of Churches Patricia Muir Youth Group Jen Nelson standrewsyouth316@gmail.com The Sanctuary Candle reminds us of the presence of Jesus Christ in the Most Blessed Sacrament. It burns this week in Memory of John P. Neigh. Memorialize Altar Flowers: To place flowers in the sanctuary in honor of or in memory of a loved one, call the parish office to arrange for a particular date. The donation for the two vases of sanctuary flowers is $ In the kindness of your prayers, please pray for the repose of the soul of Thomas Piskor and Edward Snodderly. May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

4 Palm Seventh Second Third Twenty-First Sunday April of in of Easter April Ordinary Easter May 9, 2017Saint Ordinary (Sunday Time 30, 28, Time -Andrew of January 2017 Divine August the Saint 14, Mercy) April Apostle 2018 Andrew 27, 2017 Parish the Saint 23, Saint Apostle 2017 Andrew Saint Parish the the Andrew Apostle the Parish Parish Apostle Page Parish 6 Page Page 4 4 The Annual March for Life is Friday, January 19, Saint Andrew and Saint Mark/Saint Luke are sharing a bus to travel to Washington D.C. to attend the March. There are limited number of bus seats available and are on a first come first serve basis. Tickets are $10. The bus will be leaving from the Grove-Bowersox parking lot at 10:00am and will be arriving back at approximately 6:00pm. Please bring a packed lunch and drink. The bus will stop for a fast food dinner on the ride home. If you wish to purchase tickets or have any questions regarding the March for Life, please contact Jen Nelson via at standrewsyouth316@gmail.com. Spirited Singles Thursday, January 18, 9am Singles, divorced & widowed men & women. Join us for breakfast or just coffee & fellowship at the Velvet Café. More info-john Council of Catholic Women The Council of Catholic Women will meet on Wednesday, January 17 at 6:30pm in the Parish Meeting Room. All women of the parish are members of this organization and are welcome and encouraged to attend! Knights of Columbus Family Pot Luck Sunday, January 21, 6:00pm. Bring the family and a dish to share. The council will provide the entrée. Regular Council Mtg Thursday, January 18, 7:30pm. Evening Mass & Adoration for ALL Men of the Parish. The Knights of Columbus is sponsoring an evening of prayer and fellowship for the men of the parish on Tuesday, January 30, :00 6:45 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Rosary 6:15 6:45 Confession 6:45 7:00 Benediction 7:00 Mass (Fr Robert, celebrant) Light refreshments at the Council Hall following Mass. Please join us for this evening of prayer. If you have any questions please contact Jeff Moyer at Please note that this event for all men ages 14 and up. Paint Party Afternoon at Saint Andrew Church! Sunday, January 21, 2018, 2:00pm 5:00pm. The cost is $35.00 per person with seats limited to 30 adults. Light refreshments will be provided. Come out and have fun creating a one-of-a-kind Wide-eyed Owl 16 x 20 acrylic painting on stretched canvas! To sign up or for more information, please contact Susan in the parish office at ext Contribution Statements The 2017 Contribution statements will be mailed the week of January 21, 2018 for parishioners who donated $250 or more during If you are not scheduled to receive a statement but would like one, please contact Susan at the parish office, , ext 5. Saint Andrew contribution statements DO NOT include the Bishop s Annual Lenten Appeal gifts or Capital Campaign contributions. Statements for the Lenten Appeal will be mailed directly from the Diocese of Harrisburg for gifts of $250 and above. To request a Lenten Appeal Statement, please contact ext 336 or development@hbgdiocese.org. A separate contribution statement for Capital Campaign donations will be mailed to those parishioners who donated $250 or more during The NFP Support Group of Emmitsburg, Maryland invites all women seeking help to faithfully live out the Catholic Church's teachings on marriage and sexuality to join us. Our next meeting will take place on January 17, 2018 at the parish hall of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Emmitsburg, Maryland, at 8:00pm. Infants welcome. Please contact Beth Turner at beth.g.turner@gmail.com or for more information about the group or the meeting. Many thanks to the CCW for coordinating the Epiphany Dinner for our Parish family. It was the perfect ending to the Christmas season celebrating with the Saint Andrew Family with good food, company and fellowship!

5 Seventh Pentecost Seventeenth Second Third Twelfth The Twenty-First Most Transfiguration Holy Sunday June of Body Trinity June of Easter April Ordinary Easter May of and the Ordinary Blood 4, (Sunday Lord 2017 Time 11, 30, of August 28, Time June Christ of January 2017 Divine July June 25, August 6, Saint 14, Mercy) April , 2018 Andrew 18, , Saint 2017 the Saint Andrew 23, Saint Apostle 2017 Andrew the the Saint Parish Apostle the the the Andrew Apostle Parish the Parish Parish Apostle Parish Page Page Sunday, January 14, 2018 SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19; 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20; John 1:35-42 From our Pastor s Pen... Now that we are in Ordinary Time it might be surprising to read from the Gospel of John. After all, we are in Year B when we read primarily from Mark. Even so, we begin with the Gospel of John, the author of which is also known as The Theologian. And the theology in this gospel can also be called Christology, for what he says about Jesus he says about God. The two are in a close, dynamic relationship so that Jesus can say, The Father and I are one (John 10:30). In today s story we have the calling of the first disciples, only one of whom is named, Andrew the brother of Simon Peter. The other disciple has traditionally been understood to be the beloved disciple or the disciple whom Jesus loved, even though he is not named such here. Only later, beginning with the Last Supper, do we have that name (13:23-26; 19:25-27; 20:2-10; 21:7; 21:20-23; 21:24). But if this unnamed disciple from chapter 1 is the same as the beloved disciple from later chapters, then the eyewitness (John 19:35) of the Fourth Gospel would have been present with Jesus from the beginning of his ministry. Andrew and the unnamed disciple evangelize Simon, Andrew s brother, by saying they have found the Messiah. They bring Simon to Jesus. And before Simon can say a word, Jesus names him Cephas the Aramaic term for Rock, translated into Greek as Petros, from which we get the name Peter. This story of Jesus naming Simon Peter is much different than that in the Synoptics, where Jesus names him Peter only after Simon confesses Jesus as the Messiah (Matt 16:16; Mark 8:29; Luke 9:20). The Gospel of John, with its intense emphasis on Jesus, does not allow the possibility of Simon s name change to be associated with his confession, or absolutely anything else Simon has done. In fact, this seems to be why the Gospel of John places this story in the first chapter, immediately after the call of the first disciples. Moreover, Andrew, rather than his brother Simon, is the one who says Jesus is the Messiah. Simon merely hears the news and comes to meet Jesus. In the Gospel of John, Jesus exercises authority not dependent upon human beings. In this case, we see clearly Johannine theology with its overriding emphasis on Jesus. For this reason, and many others the author of this gospel has been named The Theologian. From Living Liturgy With the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, which was celebrated this year on Monday, January 8 th, the Christmas Season formally ends and Ordinary Time begins. The rhythm of the liturgical, or Church seasons, reflects the rhythm of life, with its celebrations of anniversaries and its times of quiet growth and maturing. Ordinary time, meaning ordered or numbered time, is celebrated in 2 segments, from the Baptism of the Lord to Ash Wednesday, and then from Pentecost Monday to the First Sunday of Advent. This makes it the largest season of the Liturgical Year, consisting of 33 or 34 weeks. The green vestments worn signify hope and growth. During this time the Church invites her children to meditate upon the whole mystery of Christ His life, miracles and teachings in the light of the Resurrection. If the faithful are to mature in the spiritual life, then they must descend from the great mountain peaks of Christmas and Easter, in order to pasture in the ordinary times of the year. Simply put, God desires to be with us at all times of our life, and the Church helps this to become possible, if only we are willing to cooperate. Monday, January 15, Samuel 15:16-23; Mark 2:18-22 How many of us have tried to get in shape for a big event, like a reunion or wedding? We eat less, exercise, and hope to make a good impression. Once the big day arrives, there s little more to do than enjoy ourselves. That s what the apostles were doing while Jesus was in their midst. After years of praying for a savior, Christ finally arrived, so there was nothing more to do than savor the moment. The real challenge is to continue healthy practices once the big event is over so that we re more prepared for the next event. What exercises will help you prepare for the next big spiritual event in your life?

6 Seventh Pentecost Seventeenth Second Third Twelfth The Twenty-First Most Transfiguration Holy Sunday June of Body Trinity June of Easter April Ordinary Easter May of and the Ordinary Blood 4, (Sunday Lord 2017 Time 11, 30, of August 28, Time June Christ of January 2017 Divine July June 25, August 6, Saint 14, Mercy) April , 2018 Andrew 18, , Saint 2017 the Saint Andrew 23, Saint Apostle 2017 Andrew the the Saint Parish Apostle the the the Andrew Apostle Parish the Parish Parish Apostle Parish Page Page Tuesday, January 16, Samuel 16:1-13; Mark 2:23-28 While the Pharisees may have overemphasized strict observance of the Sabbath, perhaps we have swung too far in the opposite direction. Look around you on any Sunday afternoon you ll see people shopping, working, rushing about. And most of us are right in the thick of things. While having options on how to spend our free time is a good thing, what seems to be getting lost is the notion of a qualitative difference in the pace of life, the quiet Sunday afternoons of times past. We all need a space in our crowded lives for time apart, time to reconnect with ourselves, our loved ones, and our God. Whatever your own Sunday choices might be, make sure you find a way to keep holy the Sabbath. After all, as Jesus taught, the Sabbath was designed for our benefit. God doesn t need a day of rest we do. Wednesday, January 17, 2018 Memorial of Saint Anthony, Abbot 1 Samuel 17:32-33, 37, 40-51; Mark 3:1-6 At one point in the gospels, Jesus says, Whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother (Matthew 12:50). Saint Anthony, the fourth-century Egyptian considered the founder of Christian monasticism, would have easily qualified as Jesus family. Sitting one day in church, he heard the gospel passage, If you wish to be perfect, go, sell your possessions, and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me (Matthew 19:21). He immediately sold what he owned, arranged for the financial support of his sister, gave the rest of his money to the poor, and went into the desert to live as a hermit. Sometimes we need a here I am Lord faith that gets up and does the will of God before we can talk ourselves out of it. Thursday, January 18, Samuel 18:6-9; 19:1-7; Mark 3:7-12 When people are hurting, they seek the healing power of physical touch, just as those who followed Jesus did. Perhaps that is one reason why healing massage is one of the fastest-growing phenomena in our society. We seek to be healed physically, emotionally, and spiritually of what ails us, what causes us dis-ease, and the power of touch can help in all these areas. Be a healer yourself, by offering a comforting hug or shoulder to cry on, a handshake of praise, a kiss to a loved one. To touch and be touched in healing, healthy ways is as natural and human as to breathe and walk. Reach out and make the connection today! Friday, January 19, Samuel 24:3-21; Mark 3:13-19 When it comes to Christian unity, Jesus points us in an odd direction by his example. When he calls his 12 closest followers, it's not pretty: Roman collaborators, men smelling of fish, a political agitator, and a thief, among others. Many of these will never distinguish themselves beyond their denial, betrayal, and doubt of the one whom they follow. Why does Jesus make such eccentric choices? We might as well ask why Jesus wants you and me. Jesus calls whom he calls, and if we don't all go to the same church, is that his problem or ours? Saturday, January 20, 2018 Memorial of Saint Fabian, Pope & Martyr Saint Sebastian, Martyr Samuel 1:1-4, 11-12, 19, 23-27; Mark 3:20-21 Can a layperson be chosen pope? It happened in the year 236, when it is said that those who had gathered to elect a new bishop of Rome saw a dove alight upon the head of Fabian, an unknown layman and farmer who happened to be visiting the city. He was at once proclaimed bishop of Rome by acclamation. Fabian made important contributions to the church, including his decision to send seven bishops to Gaul to evangelize the region we know today as France and Belgium. Be prepared for service both great and small at any time of day or night. Diocesan & Local Happenings Hershey Bears Hockey Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with the Hershey Bears Hockey team vs. Charlotte Checkers at the Giant Center in Hershey, for the Annual Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg Night on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 7 p.m. Tickets are discounted to $15.00 each for all ages from the regular admission price of $23. For tickets get an order form from your parish office or contact Janet Dise - jdise@hersheypa.com. The deadline for orders is Monday, January 29, Catholic Charities Ireland Trip Celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Diocese of Harrisburg and visit the grave of St. Patrick, the Diocese's Patron Saint, on a 12-day pilgrimage to the Emerald Isle with Bishop Ronald Gainer. The trip will take place August 28 - September 8, The group will depart from Dulles Airport in Washington, DC. Bus transportation from Harrisburg to Washington is available. For more information, contact Mark Totaro, Catholic Charities Executive Director/CEO, at (ext 276) or visit online. Join Pope Francis and young adult Catholics from around the world for an experience of the Universal Church. Post high school young adults (ages 18-35) will gather January 21-28,2019 for World Youth Day 2019 in Panama a week of engaging prayer, vibrant liturgy, powerful catechesis provided by Cardinals and Bishops, concerts by Catholic artists, and an unforgettable vigil and Mass with the Holy Father. For information visit or contact Rob Williams at