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org 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

1 Partner Parishes of the Diocese of Greensburg A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust St. Joseph 1125 Leishman Avenue New Kensington, PA Office Fax Ministry Office , ext 15 Fr. John S. Szczesny Pastor & Administrator jszczesny@dioceseofgreensburg.org St. Mary 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 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 There are times when only a Mother s love can understand our tears, can soothe our sadness and calm all of our fears.. A Mother s Love For a Mother s heart and a Mother s faith and a Mother s steadfast love were fashioned by the angels and sent from God above There are times when only a Mother s love can share the joy we feel when something we have dreamed about quite suddenly is real. There are times when only a Mother s faith can help us on life s way and inspire in us the confidence we need from day to day Happy Mother s Day Everything I am is because of what you have taught me. Rejoice to the Lord, for He has given me you. Amen Seventh Sunday of Easter/Mother s day May 13, 2018

ST. JOSEPH Saturday, May 12 - Seventh Sunday of Easter/Mother s Day 3:30 PM The Rosary 4:00 PM In Honor and ( ) Memory of All Mothers Sunday, May 13 - Seventh Sunday of Easter/Mother s Day 9:00 AM

Matthias, Apostle 7:30 AM Amber Cowen (Friend, Kim Harvey) Wednesday, May 16 5:45 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation 6:15 PM Adele & Joe Kromer (Family) Thursday, May 17 7:30 AM Barbara Emmerling (Robert

2 ST. JOSEPH Saturday, May 12 - Seventh Sunday of Easter/Mother s Day 3:30 PM The Rosary 4:00 PM In Honor and ( ) Memory of All Mothers Sunday, May 13 - Seventh Sunday of Easter/Mother s Day 9:00 AM The Rosary 9:30 AM In Honor and ( ) Memory of All Mothers Monday, May 14 - St. Matthias, Apostle 7:30 AM Amber Cowen (Friend, Kim Harvey) Wednesday, May 16 5:45 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation 6:15 PM Adele & Joe Kromer (Family) Thursday, May 17 7:30 AM Barbara Emmerling (Robert & Lisa Toffoka) Saturday, May 19 - Pentecost 3:30 PM The Rosary 4:00 PM John Easley (Son, Mike Easley) Sunday, May 20 - Pentecost 9:00 AM The Rosary 9:30 AM Peter & Elizabeth Manjack (Jerry & Marie Gibson) Saint Joseph Candle May 13, May 19, 2018 In Memory of Jack Ladish (Family) Saint Joseph Sanctuary Candle May 6, May 19, 2018 In Memory of Patricia Crytzer (Dorothy Nee and Carol Nee Bronkaj) God forgives like a mother who kisses the offense into everlasting forgiveness.....henry Ward Beecher St. Mary Cemetery Donation Ann Marie Danny Thank you for your donations to St. Mary Cemetery. Commemorative Christmas Ornament To commemorate the 125th Anniversary of St. Mary of Czestochowa Church, a Christmas Ball Ornament, with an authentic depiction of the outside façade of the church, is available for purchase. Ornaments are $10.00 each and will be sold after all Masses on Sunday, May 20, and Sunday, May 27, in the back of the church. Limited quantities are available. A special thank you to St. Mary parishioner, Dennis Woytek, for the photo that has captured the stately grace of the church. Liturgical Schedule ST. MARY Sunday, May 13 - Sixth Sunday of Easter/Mother s Day 7:30 AM In Honor and ( ) Memory of All Mothers 11:00 AM The Rosary 11:15 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation 11:30 AM In Honor and ( ) Memory of All Mothers Tuesday, May 15 - St. Isidore 7:30 AM Stanley Grzybek (Daughter, Elaine Van Horn) Wednesday, May 16 7:30 AM Teresa Miecznikowski (Carol Reck) Friday, May 18 - Pope John I, Pope & Martyr 7:30 AM M/M Francis Ryan (Anniversary) Sunday, May 20 - Pentecost 7:30 AM Antoinette & Bernie Perdeus (Annie David) 11:00 AM The Rosary 11:30 AM Helen Arezina (Husband & Family) Saint Mary Sanctuary Candle May 6, May 19, 2018 In Memory of Frank Marchlewski (Wife, Tish, & Sons) Readings for the Week Monday: Acts 1:15-27, 20-26; Ps 113:1-8; Jn 15:9-17 Tuesday: Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68:10-11, 20-21; Jn 17:1-11a Wednesday: Acts 20:28-38; Ps 68:29-30, 33-36ab; Jn 17:11b-19 Thursday: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Ps 16:1-2a, 5, 7-11; Jn 17:20-26 Friday: Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab; Jn 21:15-19 Saturday: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps 11:4, 5, 7; Jn 21:20-25 Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-30; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1, 24, 29-31, 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, or Gal 5:16-25; Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15 Share the Word Bible Study Share the Word, a Bible Study for adults, resumes on Monday, May 14, 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! Mother is the name for God on the lips and in the hearts of little children....william Makepeace Thackeray

Stewardship May 5-6 St. Joseph Sunday Collection Total $ 5,819.00 Diocesan Collection 10.00 Deposit Total $ 5,829.00 St. Mary Sunday Collection Total $ 6,299.50 Diocesan Collection 65.

Half of the proceeds from this collection stay in the diocese to support local communication efforts, including The Catholic Accent newspaper, diocesan website and other social media platforms.

For more information about the CCC and other projects funded by the collection, visit www.usccb.org/ccc. Additional Easter Flower Donation In Memory of William Paul Coury Sr. by Dr.

3 Stewardship May 5-6 St. Joseph Sunday Collection Total $ 5, Diocesan Collection Deposit Total $ 5, St. Mary Sunday Collection Total $ 6, Diocesan Collection Deposit Total $ 6, Thank you for your generosity! Second Collection-Next Weekend The Catholic Communications Campaign (CCC) collection will be taken at Masses on May Half of the proceeds from this collection stay in the diocese to support local communication efforts, including The Catholic Accent newspaper, diocesan website and other social media platforms. Support of the CCC helps people across the country experience the Scriptures in a new way, including podcasts and subscriptions. For more information about the CCC and other projects funded by the collection, visit Additional Easter Flower Donation In Memory of William Paul Coury Sr. by Dr. Lillian Coury This year s Diocesan Lenten Appeal is drawing to a close. Both parishes have exceeded their goal. At this point all dollars pledged or given will be returned to the parishes and used here. A sincere thank you goes out to all who have responded to the Diocesan Lenten Appeal. St. Joseph Parish To date, the total is 150 gifts with pledges and gifts is $47,427 with 71% of our parish responding. That means we exceeded our diocesan target by $9, and need $6, to reach our parish goal of $54, St. Mary Parish To date, the total is 186 gifts with pledges and gifts is $44,491 with 89% of our parish responding. That means we exceeded our diocesan target by $8,636 and need $11,364 to reach our parish goal of $55,855. If you haven t yet made your gift, please prayerfully discern your gift and return your pledge card at Mass next weekend or the Parish Office. In addition, you can make your pledge online at DLA.dioceseofgreensburg.org. Ministry Schedule May St. Joseph Lector 4:00 PM T Kovalchick 9:30 AM L Barkowski EMHC 4:00 PM A Jablonski, B Constant, T Spiering 9:30 AM N Banichar, S Matta, R Cowfer Servers 4:00 PM L, N & P Katona 9:30 AM M Hill, D Staniszewski St. Mary Lector 7:30 AM A Perdeus 11:30 AM B Bayne EMHC 7:30 AM *T Kvortek, V Perdeus, D Kosmal 11:30 AM *B Farina, R Farina, D Discello Servers 7:30 AM Kvortek Family 11:30 AM J & J Runco Counters (3) Congratulations and Best Wishes to Kenneth & Sharon Schantz on the celebration of their 60th Wedding Anniversary on Thursday, April 12. May God continue to bless them and grant them joy, deepen their love for each other and lead them to unending happiness in heaven. Congratulations and Best Wishes to Jerome & Margaret Krajci on the celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Friday, May 4. May God continue to bless them and grant them joy, deepen their love for each other and lead them to unending happiness in heaven. Mother is the name for God on the lips and in the hearts of little children....william Makepeace Thackeray

4 St. Mary St. Vincent de Paul Society The next meeting of the St. Mary St. Vincent de Paul Society will be held on Wednesday, May 16, at 7:00 PM, in the Conference Room. All members are encouraged to attend. New members are always welcome. St. Joseph Ladies Guild A luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, at 12:00 Noon at Elena s Restaurant in Lower Burrell. All ladies of the parish are welcome to attend the luncheon. Partnered Parish News Sponsor Couples Needed St. Joseph Church is in need of sponsor couples willing to prepare engaged couples for marriage. Becoming a sponsor couple would require one afternoon of training (1:00 PM-4:15 PM with lunch provided) at the Diocesan Center in Greensburg. Sponsor couples should have celebrated 10 years of marriage. For more information or to register, call Rich and Leeanna Ryba at or or tmoore@dioceseofgreensburg.org. Next training: Sunday, June 10. Love is not a feeling; it s a decision....mother Angelica St. Mary of Czestochowa Organization Pictures The following dates and times have been set aside to have photos taken for the pictorial directory. Everyone should meet in the church at least 5 minutes prior to your photo time. May 15 May 16 May 17 5:30 PM-Altar Servers-Children 5:30 PM-Choir and Cantors 5:30 PM-Pastoral Council 5:50 PM-Christian Mothers 5:50 PM-Cleaning Crews 5:50 PM-Extraordinary Ministers of Holy 6:10 PM-Money Counters 6:10 PM-Holy Name Society Communion 6:30 PM Finance Council 6:30 PM-St. Vincent de Paul Society 6:10 PM-Adult Servers & Sacristans 6:50 PM-Ushers 6:50 PM-Catechists 6:30 PM-Lectors St. Joseph Organization Pictures The following dates and times have been set aside to have photos taken for the pictorial directory. Everyone should meet in the church at least 5 minutes prior to your photo time. May 22 May 23 May 24 5:30 PM-Altar Servers-Children 6:45 PM-Choir and Cantors 5:30 PM-Pastoral Council 5:50 PM-Ladies Guild 5:50 PM-Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion 6:10 PM Money Counters 6:10 PM-Adult Servers & Sacristans 6:30 PM-Finance Council 6:30 PM-Lectors 6:50 PM-St. Vincent de Paul Society 6:50 PM-Ushers Congratulations MQA Students! Eight 7th and 8th grade students were among the more than 1,000 participants at the 79th Covestro Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair (PRSEF) held at Heinz Field on March 23 and 24. The following projects were presented: Ryan Anderson (Grade 8) - Medicine/Health/Microbiology - Maple Extract...For the Better or For the Worst Olivia DiNatale (Grade 8) - Chemistry (Intermediate) - Enzymes...Should They Stay or Should They Go? - Second Place Award - Sponsor Award: Slippery Rock University Lilly Giovanelli (Grade 8) - Earth/Space/Environment (Intermediate) - Can Hydrophobic Coatings Prevent Corrosion? - First Place Award - Sponsor Award: Nace International Gabriella Mason (Grade 7) - Consumer Science (Intermediate) - Is Sugar-Free Really Sugar-Free? - Second Place Award William Mason (Grade 8) - Chemistry - Chill Out! Cole Nix (Grade 7) -Physics - Golf Balls Dimples More or Less? Reese Pallone (Grade 8) - Consumer Science (Intermediate) - What color T-shirt is Best to Wear in Sunlight? - Third Place Award - Sponsor Awards: Kennametal, National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health, Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh Morgan Phillips (Grade 7) - Consumer Science (Intermediate) - Swish, Swish, Rinse! Eggcellent Mouthwashes? - First Place Award Congratulations to all the students and Mrs. Cheryl Kestner who sponsors PRSEF. A big thank you to parents Margo Mason and Melissa Pallone for their help as well. It is because of her hard work and tireless dedication that allowed MQA students to flourish at this competition. Congratulations to everyone! Mother is the name for God on the lips and in the hearts of little children....william Makepeace Thackeray

Permanent Diaconate Information Sessions Information sessions for men who are considering the permanent diaconate will be held from 6:30 PM-9:00 PM on the following dates and locations: May 16 St.

5 Permanent Diaconate Information Sessions Information sessions for men who are considering the permanent diaconate will be held from 6:30 PM-9:00 PM on the following dates and locations: May 16 St. Margaret Mary Parish, Lower Burrell May 23 Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Parish, Greensburg May 30 St. Rita Parish, Connellsville You need to only attend one session. Deacon William J. Hisker, director of the program, will lead each session. For more information or to register, call Emmitsburg Pilgrimage Seven Dolors Church, Yukon, PA, is sponsoring a pilgrimage to Emmitsburg, Maryland on Saturday, June 9. Trip includes tours of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton National Shrine and Basilica, Mass at the National Shrine of Lourdes Grotto, Dinner at the Historic Carriage Inn, a visit to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and a stop at the 9/11 Memorial in Shanksville for Night Prayer. Cost is $60 and is all inclusive. For additional information or to register, please contact Lauretta Stanley at Catholic Youth Day at Cedar Point Attention all parish youth currently in Grades 5-12! You are invited to join the Diocesan Office for Evangelization and Faith Formation on Tuesday, June 19, for an exciting Diocesan Youth trip to Cedar Point amusement park in Ohio. Cost for the day is $85 and includes admission to Cedar Point, bus transportation, lunch, an all-day drink wristband and a catered dinner in the park. Please note that those currently in grades 5-7 must be accompanied by a parent/chaperone in the park. All adults, including graduating seniors 18 and older, must have all appropriate clearances. Registration deadline is June 14 or whenever the buses are filled. For more details, visit CedarPoint. Registration is now open. Plan to enjoy this funfilled day! Sunday, May 13 Parish & Neighbor News What s Happening This Week HAPPY MOTHER S DAY! Monday, May 14 Share the Word Bible Study 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Religion Center St. Mary Tuesday, May 15 14th Annual Motorcycle Blessing Holy Family Church, Latrobe, is hosting a motorcycle blessing on Sunday, May 20, at 11:45 AM (following the 10:30 AM Mass). The blessing will take place in the Christ the Divine Teacher School parking lot located at 323 Chestnut Street, Latrobe. Contact Herb or Charlene Nicholson at for more information. Free Skin Cancer Screenings at UPMC St. Margaret Screenings will held on Wednesday, May 23, from 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM at UPMC St. Margaret Dermatology, One Alexander Building, 2585 Freeport Road, Ste. 204, Harmar. Screening times are limited and an appointment is necessary. To schedule an appointment, call and leave your name and daytime number. A staff member will return you call to confirm your appointment. Diocesan FamilyFest The Diocese of Greensburg will host FamilyFest 2018 on Saturday, June 2, at Hempfield Park. The day of fun, food and worship begins at 11:00 AM. Bishop Malesic will celebrate Mass at 4:00 PM. No admission fee. Go to for updated information and to register. Canadian Shrine Pilgrimage - July 8-14, 2018 We will visit Our Lady of Fatima Shrine in Youngstown, NY and Kateri Tekakawitha Shrine, south of Montreal. We will stay at Cap De Madeleine in Trois Riveres, and visit Blessed Father Frederick s Shrine, Old Village of Quebec, St. Joseph Oratory in Montreal and Our Lady of Victory in Lackawanna, NY. Price is $775/person (double occupancy), $1,055 (single) which includes Campbell Motorcoach, lodging, 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners and taxes. Passport required. A $200 deposit is required to hold the reservation. For additional information, contact Cookie at or Bernadette Burke at Primary Election Day SM Organization Pictures 5:30 PM-6:50 PM Church St. Mary Wednesday, May 16 Bible Timeline Series 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Friendship Hall St. Mary SM Organization Pictures 5:30 PM-6:30 PM Church St. Mary SM St. Vincent de Paul Society Meeting 7:00 PM St. Francis Room St. Mary Thursday, May 17 SJ Ladies Guild Luncheon 12:00 PM Elena s Restaurant, Lower Burrell SM Organization Pictures 5:30 PM-6:30 PM Church St. Mary Sunday, May 20 Christmas Ball Ornament Sale After Masses Church St. Mary Mother is the name for God on the lips and in the hearts of little children....william Makepeace Thackeray

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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,