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Partner Parishes of the Diocese of Greensburg A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 1125 Leishman Avenue New Kensington, PA 15068 Office 724-337-6412 Fax

org of Czestochowa 857 Kenneth Avenue, New Kensington, PA 15068 Office: 724-335-8212 Fax: 724-335-1314 Religion Center: 724-335-0785 www.stjosephstmarynk.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Thursday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM 2nd & 4th Sunday 11:00 AM Friday CLOSED 1st Friday 11:15 AM Also by appointment Eucharistic

Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM Sunday 9:30 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday 5:45 PM Also by appointment Fr. Gregorio de la Cruz Soldevilla, Jr.

1 Partner Parishes of the Diocese of Greensburg A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 1125 Leishman Avenue New Kensington, PA Office Fax Ministry Office , ext 15 Fr. John S. Szczesny Pastor & Administrator jszczesny@dioceseofgreensburg.org of Czestochowa 857 Kenneth Avenue, New Kensington, PA Office: Fax: Religion Center: Parish Office Hours Weekend Mass Schedule Monday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Sunday 7:30 AM & 11:30 AM Tuesday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation Thursday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM 2nd & 4th Sunday 11:00 AM Friday CLOSED 1st Friday 11:15 AM Also by appointment Eucharistic Adoration 1st Friday of the month 11:00 AM - 12:00 NN Y Üáà fâçwtç Éy TwäxÇà Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM Sunday 9:30 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday 5:45 PM Also by appointment Fr. Gregorio de la Cruz Soldevilla, Jr. Parochial Vicar gsoldevilla@dioceseofgreensburg.org [ÉÑx g{x \ÅÅtvâÄtàx VÉÇvxÑà ÉÇ December 7-7:00 PM Mass Times of Czestochowa December 8-9:00 AM First Sunday of Advent December 3, 2017

ST. JOSEPH Saturday, December 2 - First Sunday of Advent 3:30 PM The Rosary 4:00 PM In Memory of Frank and In Honor of Lois Martin on their Wedding Anniversary Sunday, December 3 - First Sunday of

2 ST. JOSEPH Saturday, December 2 - First Sunday of Advent 3:30 PM The Rosary 4:00 PM In Memory of Frank and In Honor of Lois Martin on their Wedding Anniversary Sunday, December 3 - First Sunday of Advent 9:00 AM The Rosary 9:30 AM Adam, Dorothy and Edward Rayburg (Family) Monday, December 4 - St. John Damascene, Priest & Doctor of the Church 7:30 AM Irene Pjontek (Mary Ann Konarzewski) Wednesday, December 6 - St. Nicholas, Bishop 5:45 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation 6:15 PM Barbara & Fritz Emmerling (Pat & Jerry Sample) Thursday, December 7 - St. Ambrose, Bishop & Doctor of the Church 7:30 AM Mary Fitzgerald (Mr. & Mrs. David Carabin) Thursday, December 7 - Vigil of The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary 7:00 PM Joseph Kapelewski (Bob & Joanne Ventorini) Friday, December 8 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary PARISH OFFICES CLOSED Saturday, December 9 - Second Sunday of Advent 3:30 PM The Rosary 4:00 PM George & Genevieve Bengel and Charles A. Morrow (Daughter & Wife) Sunday, December 10 - Second Sunday of Advent 9:00 AM The Rosary 9:30 AM Louis, Lillian and Kenneth Barkowski (Larry & Kathy Barkowski) Saint Joseph Candle December 3, December 9, 2017 In Memory of Nick Loperfito (Bill & Pat Massi) Sanctuary Candle November 26, December 9, 2017 In Memory of Andy & Marge Whitco (Barb & Rege) Cemetery Plots Catholic Cemetery in Lower Burrell has plots available at competitive prices. The plots are available for all who wish to be buried in consecrated ground. If you or a loved one are interested, please contact Colin at Liturgical Schedule ST. MARY Sunday, December 3 - First Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM Val & Joe Spiek (Rich) 11:00 AM The Rosary 11:30 AM Bertha Kraynick (Dunia, Becky, Chad & Nicole) Tuesday, December 5 7:30 AM Frank Misczak (Wife, Bernice) Wednesday, December 6 - St. Nicholas, Bishop 7:30 AM Special Intention (Frank Polczynski & Richard Comer) Friday, December 8 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary PARISH OFFICES CLOSED 9:00 AM Elizabeth Dziuban (Reno & Barb Farina) Sunday, December 10 - Second Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM Helen Krasinski & Chester Wroblewski (Daughters, Rita Sieczkowski & Marcia Wroblewski) 11:00 AM The Rosary 11:15 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation 11:30 AM Ann Walmsley (Daughter, Henrietta Penchick) (20 Year Anniversary) Readings for the Week Monday: Is 2:1-5; Ps 122:1-9; Mt 8:5-11 Tuesday: Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Lk 10:21-24 Wednesday: Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Mt 15:29-37 Thursday: Is 26:1-6; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; Mt 7:21, Friday: Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 98:1-4; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; Lk 1:26-38 Saturday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Ps 147:1-6; Mt 9:35 10:1, 5a, 6-8 Sunday: Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 85:9-14; 2 Pt 3:8-14; Mk 1:1-8 Welcome to the Catholic Community! Through the waters of baptism we welcome into the Catholic community, Rosabelle Jane Blackburn, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Andrew (Nicole) Blackburn of Parish and Josephine Novak Wright, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James (Holly) Wright of St. Michael Catholic Community, Travis AFB, CA. Pray for Rosabelle Jane and Josephine Novak as they begin their spiritual formation in the Catholic Church. At baptism, the spirit came upon you in the presence of the Christian community, claiming you in Jesus name, and God said, You are my beloved son and daughter. Spend some time praying over these words....st. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Stewardship November 18 - November 19 Sunday Collection Total $ 4,335.00 Diocesan Collection 899.00 Deposit Total $ 5,234.00 Sunday Collection Total $ 4,538.00 Diocesan Collection 707.

3 Stewardship November 18 - November 19 Sunday Collection Total $ 4, Diocesan Collection Deposit Total $ 5, Sunday Collection Total $ 4, Diocesan Collection Deposit Total $ 5, November 25 - November 26 Sunday Collection Total $ 5, Diocesan Collection Deposit Total $ 5, Sunday Collection Total $ 4, Diocesan Collection Deposit Total $ 5, Please pray for the sacramental candidates preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 Ainsley Campbell Logan Heakins David Krajci Dean Krajci Thank you for your generosity! Greta Magnuson Madyson Quinn Kylee Quinn Tanner Sirianni It s Christmas Party Time! s Christian Mothers will hold their Christmas party on Sunday, December 10, at 1:00 PM in Friendship Hall. Please call Carol at if you plan to attend. We look forward to celebrating this joyous and blessed time of year with all our members. in the charity of your prayers Please remember the souls of those who have died, especially for the repose of the soul of Officer Brian Shaw and Margaret Langer of Church; Veronica Piecka, mother of parishioner and former secretary, Bernadette Bloch, of Church. May God welcome them and all who have gone before us into the joy of everlasting life, and bring comfort and peace to their families. Ministry Schedule December 7-8 7:00 PM S Makuta 7:00 PM T Spiering, P Mudrinich, B Constant 7:00 PM Adult Sacristans 9:00 AM D Discello 9:00 AM *C Reck, Sr Carol, K Brestensky 9:00 AM E & B Bloch December :00 PM M Smith 9:30 AM L Barkowski 4:00 PM A Jablonski, P Mudrinich, S Makuta 9:30 AM J Slocik, S Matta, R Cowfer 4:00 PM R Szymkowiak, T Kovalchick 9:30 AM B Constant, T Spiering 7:30 AM A Perdeus 11:30 AM M Wroblewski 7:30 AM *D Kosmal, V Perdeus, E Stewart 11:30 AM *B Farina, R Farina, D Discello 7:30 AM Holy Name Society 11:30 AM R & J Nitowski Counters (2)

Partnered Parish News Holy Name BINGO Sunday, December 3, from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM in Friendship Hall! Games are basic BINGO. No cover charge will be collected.

A BINGO Happy Meal will be available and all drinks are 50 cents. Daubers will also be available. Please remember: All players must be 18 years of age.

Gain a greater understanding of Scripture as we read and discuss the coming Sunday readings. Come every week or when you are able. All are welcome!

Note that Sunday, December 24 will have regular Sunday Masses for the 4th Sunday of Advent, followed by the Christmas Masses 7:00 PM Vigil, Midnight and 11:30 AM Christmas Day.

Attention Parish: Altar, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, s and Sacristans Deadline is Thursday, December 7, for scheduling requests and/or changes for the January-March, 2018 schedule If

The Oplatki Christmas Wafers are available in the back of the churches or parish offices. Each packet is $3.

Holy Name Society News The next meeting of the Holy Name Society will be held on Sunday, December 10, at 8:30 AM, in the Conference Room. All members are encouraged to attend!

4 Partnered Parish News Holy Name BINGO Sunday, December 3, from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM in Friendship Hall! Games are basic BINGO. No cover charge will be collected. Cards are 50 cents each with winnings split 50/50. Final game is $1.00 per card with winner take all. To be eligible to win full card, winner must have played 10 previous games. A BINGO Happy Meal will be available and all drinks are 50 cents. Daubers will also be available. Please remember: All players must be 18 years of age. Share the Word Bible Study Share the Word, a Bible Study for adults, resumes on Monday, December 4, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the St. Francis Room. Gain a greater understanding of Scripture as we read and discuss the coming Sunday readings. Come every week or when you are able. All are welcome! Eucharistic Ministers and s New schedule begins December 24 and extends through March 11. Note that Sunday, December 24 will have regular Sunday Masses for the 4th Sunday of Advent, followed by the Christmas Masses 7:00 PM Vigil, Midnight and 11:30 AM Christmas Day. Volunteers are needed and much appreciated. Thank you! Attention Parish: Altar, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, s and Sacristans Deadline is Thursday, December 7, for scheduling requests and/or changes for the January-March, 2018 schedule If you have no changes or requests, a preference form need not be submitted. Thank you! This year, consider experiencing the Polish tradition of the Oplatki. The Oplatki Christmas Wafers are available in the back of the churches or parish offices. Each packet is $3.00 and explains the history of the Oplatki as well as how to share with those attending your Christmas Eve Feast. Holy Name Society News The next meeting of the Holy Name Society will be held on Sunday, December 10, at 8:30 AM, in the Conference Room. All members are encouraged to attend! New members are always welcome! Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Sessions for children ages 3-12 are Tuesday mornings from 9:30 AM-11:30 AM and Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00 PM7:00 PM. There are still openings for children 3 to 6 years old in the Catechesis. Choose the session best for you, either Tuesday, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM or Thursday, 5:00 PM7:00 PM. For more information, please call the Religion Center at After reflecting on Matthew 25:31-46, 6 year old: I know why he places the sheep on his right. Because that s where Jesus is, the right hand of God. 7th & 8th Grade Catechesis Session Students in grades 7 & 8 are invited to join together on Sunday, December 10, at 12:30 PM in the Religion Center. All are welcome! Christmas Carolers Needed! Adults and youth (all ages) are invited to join us as we bring some Christmas cheer to the residents of Belair Nursing Home and Logan House on Wednesday, December 13, beginning at 6:30 PM. A party will follow at the Lower Burrell home of Debbi and Albert Askin. Please call Debby at to confirm your participation. TOYS FOR TOTS Toy Drive In conjunction with the United States Marine Corps Reserve, and St. Mary Churches are collecting new, unwrapped toys. Boxes will be located in the churches and the parish offices. Deadline for donations is Wednesday, December 13. Thank you for your generosity. Ladies Day Out Exhausted from the shopping, baking and decorating? Take a couple of hours off on Sunday, December 17, in the Religion Center from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM. Cost of the afternoon is $5.00, which covers lunch. Deadline for Reservations: Monday, December 11. I will attend the reflection on December 17. I have enclosed $5.00 to cover the cost of lunch. Name Telephone Number

5 Parish & Neighbor News Congratulations MQA Students! Mary Queen of Apostles participated in the First Lego League Tenacious Tiger Tech Tournament, a competitive robotics scrimmage, on Saturday, November 4, at Sharon Middle School. MQA s Knight Bots took 2nd place in Robotics Performance. Supervisors for the Robotics Club are Cathy and Mike Collett. Hannah Laskowski, Grade 8, for winning first place in the Post 92 New Kensington Veterans of Foreign Wars Patriot s Pen essay contest. Hannah was awarded a prize of $300 for her winning entry. Runners-up were Reese Pallone and Olivia DiNatale (Grade 8). Both girls were awarded prizes of $150 each. In addition, Hannah, Reese, Olivia and their families will be invited to a dinner at the VFW Post Home in Lower Burrell this coming spring where they will be honored and introduced to VFW members. If you have young children, make a Jesse tree or use an Advent calendar, preferably one with Advent rather than Christmas themes. Upcoming Events Sunday, December 3 - Craft, Vendor and Basket Raffle Show - Clelian Heights Gymnasium, Greensburg - 11:00 AM -4:00 PM. Saturday, December 9 - Entrance Exam - Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School - 8:30 AM - For information or to register, or call Saturday, December 9 - Saint Joseph High School Placement Test - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - Register by contacting Admissions Director, Shane Palumbo 92 at admissions@saintjosephhs.com or Shop Giant Eagle - Help Mary Queen of Apostles School All you need to do is register your Giant Eagle Advantage Card at or by calling and enter the school ID #3647 and shop. Each scan of your Giant Eagle Advantage Card will accumulate points that help MQA earn FREE educational equipment. Thank you from the teachers and students at Mary Queen of Apostles School. Advent Regional Penance Services Thursday, December 14, :00 PM St. Margaret Mary Church, Lower Burrell Monday, December 18, :00 PM Mount St. Peter Church, New Kensington Tuesday, December 19, :00 PM Christ the King Church, Leechburg Wednesday, December 20, :00 PM St. James the Greater, Apollo Take part in the regional Advent Penance Service or the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and experience again God s loving mercy. Saint Nicholas ( ), the patron of children, was orphaned at an early age and raised by an uncle. Like his uncle, he later became a bishop. After entering the priesthood, he became renowned for his charity and good deeds. Tradition says that he secretly filled the stockings or shoes of a few young women with enough money to ensure a decent dowry and marriage. This is the origin of our custom of hanging stockings at Christmas. In other parts of the world, on the eve of his feast day, children put their shoes outside the door for him to fill with small treats. He is sometimes referred to as Nicholas the Wonderworker, because he is believed to be the cause of many miracles. St. Nicholas, pray for us! What s Happening This Week Sunday, December 3 SM Holy Name BINGO 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Friendship Hall Monday, December 4 Share the Word Adult Bible Study 1:00 PM-3:00 PM St. Francis Room Tuesday, December 5 CGS Session 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Religion Center CGS Session 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Religion Center First Penance 6:00 PM Church Wednesday, December 6 SJ Choir Rehearsal 7:00 PM Church Thursday, December 7 CGS Session 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Religion Center St. Mar y SJ Ministry Scheduling Requests Due in the Office Friday, December 8 PARISH OFFICES CLOSED - FEAST OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Sunday, December 10 SM Holy Name Society Meeting 8:30 AM Conference Room 7th & 8th Grade Catechesis 12:30 PM Religion Center SM Christian Mother s Christmas Party 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Friendship Hall

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Partner Parishes of the Diocese of Greensburg. A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust. St. Joseph Leishman Avenue New Kensington, PA 15068

Partner Parishes of the Diocese of Greensburg A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust St. Joseph 1125 Leishman Avenue New Kensington, PA 15068 Office 724-337-6412 Fax 724-337-4022 Ministry Office 724-337-6412,