Holy Sepulcher CATHOLIC CHURCH

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1 Holy Sepulcher 1304 E. CRUIKSHANK ROAD BUTLER, PA Phone: Office Hours: M F 8 am 4 pm A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust PAGE 1 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA CATHOLIC CHURCH Bishop of Pittsburgh Most Rev. David A. Zubik Pastor Father Robert J. Cedolia MASS TIMES Saturday... 4:00 pm 6:00 pm (beginning May 5, 2018) Sunday... 8:00 am & 10:30 am Daily Mass times can be found under Mass Intentions RECONCILIATION After the Saturday evening Mass. BAPTISMS Baptisms are held twice a month (call the parish office for dates). Attendance at a pre-baptism class is required. WEDDINGS Arrangements must be made six months in advance. All couples are expected to take a Pre-Marriage Preparation Program. ANOINTING OF THE SICK After any Mass or by calling the Parish Office to schedule. February 25, 2018 Second Sunday in Lent PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Holy Sepulcher Parish is a warm, welcoming, faith-filled family dedicated to following Jesus Christ through Scripture and the Traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. United through Baptism, nourished by the Eucharist and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are committed to serving our brothers and sisters. We welcome all to join us as we celebrate the joy and mystery of the empty tomb. NEW PARISHIONERS Welcome to Holy Sepulcher! To register, go to: or contact the Parish Office.

2 PAGE 2 FEBRUARY 25, 2018 SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT DIRECTORY Bishop of Pittsburgh Most Rev. David A. Zubik Father Robert J. Cedolia, Pastor rjc78@zoominternet.net Deacon: Mr. David S. Miller davidscottmiller@zoominternet.net School Principal: Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ ; principal@holysepulcher.org School Assistant Principal: Ms. Ashley Blystone ablystone@holysepulcher.org School Secretary: Mrs. Lydia Smith ; school@holysepulcher.org Director of Faith Formation: Sr. Benita DeMatteis ; hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Admin. Assistant of Faith Formation: Mrs. Rachael Horstman hs2faithformation@zoominternet.net Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney ; holysepym@gmail.com Directress of Music Ministries Ms. Madlyn DeRito ; deritoma@hotmail.com Business Manager: Mrs. Joan Tosto ; hsc.joan@zoominternet.net Admin. Assistant to the Pastor and Safe Environment Coordinator: Mrs. Joanne Castello ; hsc.joanne@zoominternet.net Parish Secretary: Ms. Dana Knox ; hsc.office@zoominternet.net Parish Pastoral Council: Mr. Raymond Schratz - Vice Chairperson Prayer Chain Requests: or hscprayerchain@gmail.com Mass Intentions & Schedule Mon., Feb. 26, :30 am Laura Anne Lorek Parents, Chet & Pat Shaffer Tues., Feb. 27, :30 am Michael Fedak Kara, Kevin Mosbacher & Family Wed., Feb. 28, :00 pm Edward & William McDonald Jeanne Presco Family Thurs., Mar. 1, :30 am Vincent M. Cicone Kathy Benedict Fri., Mar. 2, :00 am Tony Coppala School Families Sat., Mar. 3, 2018 First Reconciliation 9:00 am First Reconciliation Service Sat., Mar. 3, :00 pm For The People of Holy Sepulcher Sun., Mar. 4, :00 am Sally Wagner Bob & Mary Ann Ubinger Sun., Mar. 4, :30 am Paul Kelly William Born Family Deceased 2nd Sunday in Lent Reflection How are your Lenten resolutions? By the time week two rolls around, plenty of well-meaning people have skipped, neglected, or outright forgotten their Lenten resolutions at least once. It can be easy to start excusing our Lenten commitments altogether. Last week we saw Jesus driven into the desert. This Sunday, we see Jesus leading his disciples to an equally barren place: he "led them up a high mountain apart by themselves." But what happens there? "And he was transfigured before them and his clothes became dazzling white." Today's Gospel reminds us of the goal. We don't enter into the desert for the sake of suffering, but for the sake of transformation. Mountain imagery is prevalent throughout Scripture. The sacrifice of Isaac, Moses receiving the 10 Commandments, Elijah's revelation of God as a tiny whispering sound: all these occur on the mountaintop. Mountains are strenuous to hike. To assist the traveler in the assent, trails often involve switchbacks. These lead the traveler back and forth across the mountainside, sometimes appearing as if hardly any ground is gained. Perhaps Peter, James, and John hiked a similar path as Jesus led them up the side of Mount Tabor. A climb is difficult. A climb in a barren place leaves you thirsty, exhausted, and quite possibly frustrated or discouraged. Yet this is precisely how Jesus leads his closest disciples. Why? Because he has something to reveal to them. Practically speaking, Jesus needed to bring Peter, James and John away from the crowds for this revelation of glory to remain hidden. There are spiritual truths we will encounter only if we pass through difficulty. So let's persevere this Lent! Today's Gospel invites us to trust that, if we persevere in following Jesus, he'll lead us to something beautiful and glorious as well. Sign up for Online Giving at (Mobile app also available.)

3 FEBRUARY 25, 2018 SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT PAGE 3 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION During the season of Lent, we will have Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesdays (March 7th, 14th and 21st) from 9:00 am - 6:45 pm. Each Lent we are called to reflection, prayer, penance and fasting. Eucharistic Adoration is an opportunity for us to spend time with Our Lord in quiet prayer, meditation and adoration. Also, some additional ways of prayer and reflection available at Holy Sepulcher to enhance our Lenten journey are Daily Mass and Stations of the Cross. The Lord invited us to come be in His presence and spend time with him. INSTRUMENTALISTS Instrumentalists are needed for the upcoming liturgies - Palm, Sunday, Holy Thursday, Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday. If you are interested in participating in these liturgies, please see Madlyn, Directress of Music Ministries, after any weekend Mass. You can also her at deritoma@hotmail.com so that music can be put together. 12th Annual Gathering of Catholic Men The 12th Annual Gathering of Catholic Men, sponsored by the Catholic Men s Fellowship of Pittsburgh will be held Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School. Hear dynamic speakers, share experiences and ideas to re-energize and help us live out our Catholic faith in a world in need but not always accepting of it. An excellent opportunity to witness the power of God through the support of thousands of other Catholic men dealing with the daily challenges and struggles of life. Discounted rates for pre-registering and for groups of 3, and youth / students (age 13-22). Food is included in the cost of the ticket. Free parking. Please call Ted Kopczyk at with questions or visit to pre-register. 40 Days for Life Holy Sepulcher will again be participating in the 40 Days for Life vigil in front of Planned Parenthood office on Liberty Avenue in Pittsburgh on Friday, March 16 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. If you are able to join us for even an hour or two, we would welcome your presence as we pray for an end to abortion. Since the 40 Days campaign began in 2007, 90 abortion facilities have closed and at least 170 abortion facility workers have left their jobs, at locations where 40 Days volunteers have come to pray. All that is necessary is to stand on the sidewalk, holding a sign that says Pray to End Abortion, and join us in prayer. For more information, call Debbie Busin at or Gretchen Cararie at NEXT WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP The next women s fellowship is Thursday, March 1 from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Early Childhood Development Center Conference Room. We will continue with Courageous Women: A Study on the Heroines of Biblical History. We ll complete our discussion of the Maccabean Mother (2 Maccabees Chap. 7); and begin to read and reflect on Mary Magdalene: Woman of Ministry (Luke 8: 1-3). All women welcome to join in for prayer, reflection, and fellowship! CHURCH MINISTRY SCHEDULE Mar. 3, :00 pm Eucharistic Ministers L. Fey M. Johnson C. Matta D. Matta K. Orban R. Shaw J. Tosto N. Yarnot Dcn. Dave Proclaimer M. Schaffer Altar Servers A. Oplinger A. Blakley Mar. 4, :00 am Eucharistic Ministers J. Doyle M. Fox M. Rosswog M. Sippey N. Sippey D. Thunell J. Thunell M. Wertz Dcn. Dave Proclaimer D. Rosswog Altar Servers P. Stickney A. Stickney Mar. 4, :30 am Eucharistic Ministers M. Eury A. Hutchinson B. Kearny J. Konig J. Markus P. Palermo D. Smith J. Smith Dcn. Dave Proclaimer D. Severino Altar Servers B. Johnson C. Johnson Weekday Altar Server: 2/26-3/2: K. Riley Volunteer Server needed for the Wednesday Mass. Stations of the Cross 3/2: H. Hughes, Q. Hughes, T. Roos THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER: Life Teen Sun., Feb. 25 at 6:30 pm Girl Time Mission Bags for Girls Mon., Feb. 26 at 9:00 am RCIA Mon., Feb. 26 at 6:30 pm Bazaar Chariperson Meeting Mon, Feb. 26 at 7:00 pm Life Teen Discipleship Group Tue., Feb. 27 at 7:00 pm Rosary Prayer for Peace Wed., Feb. 28 at 6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal Thurs., March 1 at 6:00 pm Life Teen Hangout Thurs., March 1 at 6:00 pm Computer Class Thurs., March 1 at 7:00 pm Women s Fellowship Thurs., March 1 at 7:00 pm Fish Fry Fri., March 2, 4:30-7:00 pm Stations of the Cross Fri., March 2 at 7:00 pm First Reconciliation Sat., March 3 at 9:00 am EDGE Sat., March 3 at 5:00 pm

4 PAGE 4 FEBRUARY 25, 2018 SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT WEEKLY OFFERING Regular Collection: Sunday, February 18, 2018 (282) Envelopes Loose (34) Online Total $7,222 $2, $1, $9, Parish Maintenance Fund: $ Parish Share 2018: $7, Parish Share Goal: $99, THE CHURCH ALIVE! Our Campaign for The Church Alive! has been a very successful, all-inclusive capital and endowment campaign. The foresight of our pastoral council, finance committee and previous pastor, were very accurate in realizing the needs of the parish. We have presently accomplished, through the generosity of our parishioners, most of the outlined goals of the Campaign. We are in the process of amending our Case Statement to identify additional goals and projects including roof repairs to the church and school, fire alarm system replacement in the school / faith formation building, repairs / replacement of the new church front doors, repairs at the rectory, and Computer / Technology upgrades for the church and school. We are very blessed to be in a position to have raised more money than was anticipated. We thank God for the opportunity to continue to make upgrades and improvements as dictated by the natural progression of aging to the campus here at Holy Sepulcher Church and School. We will continue to update you on our progress with these projects. IT S BIG! But the Next School Fundraiser Won t Even Cost You a Dime! We are always looking for a way to reach out beyond our border too, we are gearing up for our next service project. Did you know that 300 million children around the world do not have even one pair of shoes? 1.4 billion people are susceptible to diseases that could easily be prevented by a decent pair of shoes. We have an opportunity to improve the world! Let s gather our excess and let it be put to good use! Check your closets and ask family and neighbors to check their closets too for shoes that are not being used and yet are still in good condition to donate. They can be dropped off at the school or at the church in the bin in the coat room marked Shoe Drive. Student Council will be rubber banding the shoes and placing them in bags of 25 pairs. Once we have 2500 pairs of shoes, we will send them to countries in need, including Puerto Rico. Let our HSCS soul be transformed into soles for others! CARDINAL WUERL NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE CWNC invites you to our Spring Open House on Sunday, March 18 from 1:30-3:30 pm. Your family will be given a personal tour of their out-of-the-art facility and will have the opportunity to meet our faculty, staff, coaches, and students! You will learn more about our Mission, Academics, Athletics, Clubs, Transportation, and Financial Aid! If you have any questions, please the admissions office at admissions@cwnchs.org. HOLY SEPULCHER WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Congratulations to the married couples who will be celebrating their 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 or more or other Special Wedding Anniversary in 2018: Charles and Nancy Kaczmarek: 56 years LENTEN PENANCE SERVICE: Monday, March 19 at 7:00 pm STATIONS OF THE CROSS: Each Friday during Lent, March 2 - March 30 at 7:00 pm FISH FRYS: Each Friday during Lent (including Good Friday) March 2 - March 30 4:30-7:00 pm We proudly welcome Shelby Mae Werkmeister (daughter of James & Megan Werkmeister) who was recently baptized into the faith. Please pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of Teresa Dunn (Mother of Kelly Mann) John Jack Wachter who recently passed away and are enjoying everlasting life. WELCOME TO HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH! Mr. & Mrs. Sean & Kelsey Roche BAZAAR CHAIRPERSON MEETING A meeting for the Bazaar Chairpersons will be on Monday, February 26 at 7:00 pm in the school cafeteria. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Daylight Savings Time is on March 11. Our Sat. Mass continues at 4:00 pm now through April 28. Starting May 5, the Saturday Mass will be at 6:00 pm.

5 PAGE 5 HOLY SEPULCHER SCHOOL We re more than just a School, We re Community. We re Family. Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ, Principal school@holysepulcher.org EDUCATION NEWS HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA FAITH FORMATION Sr. Benita DeMatteis, Faith Formation Director hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Mrs. Rachael Hortsman, Administrative Assistant hs2faithformation@zoominternet.net Feb. 25 Faith Formation Classes and CGS Grades 3-8 Confession Feb. 26 RCIA Classes in Formation Office March 3 First Reconciliation 9:00a.m. Children s Liturgy of the Word During our 10:30 Sunday Mass, children are dismissed to celebrate the Liturgy of the Word. The children, with the assistance of adult leaders, read the scriptures for the day and have a reflection or activity that is on a level that they can understand and carry in their hearts. Children s Liturgy of the Word is generally offered every Sunday during the school year. We could use more people to help with this ministry. Helping the children grow closer to God will be your reward. Contact the Faith Formation Office if you are willing to help. SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT: The 4th Annual Hornets Gala is Saturday, April 14th at the Butler County Club. Tickets are now on sale! Stop by the school office or contact Kristine at advancement@holysepulcher.org to purchase your tickets. Now Accepting Applications for the school year Every child deserves an effective, challenging, and motivating education. Today s students are tomorrow s leaders, and children should have the opportunity to achieve their own American dreams. We are now accepting applications for all grades (Preschool-8th grade) for the school year. Please contact Kristine Marsico at or advancement@holysepulcher.org to schedule a tour. Q Who were you created in the image of and what are you & here to do? A Jesus and His disciples come face to face with this question as He was transfigured before their eyes. We finally see Jesus in all his splendid glory. However, He s not just called to be that dazzling figure on the mountaintop, He is also called to come down and be the Jesus who was crucified. This is often the way it is with us too; we are not called to be just one thing. It is never all glory or all suffering. Life is both. In the First Reading and Gospel we discover a profound message about God s mercy and faithfulness in times of trouble. The stories remind us of our need to depend fully and without question on the tender mercies of God. Jesus asks us to descend with Him, and, in hope, get to work building His kingdom. During Lent, invite your family to brainstorm a way to tangibly make life better for someone in your neighborhood or parish community.

6 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA PAGE 6 YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT AND COMMUNITY Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Life Teen Follow us on Instagram: Follow@youthofholysep Greg Gillis, Coordinator holysepedge@gmail.com Youth Ministry for 6th-8th Graders Follow Us On 6th, 7th and 8th Graders: Our next EDGE Night is: March 3rd: 5:00-7:00 pm in the YYAC. SOCIAL NIGHT! Be ready to compete in the craziest and wildest games. Who will come out on top? We need your help! Join us for our annual service project helping at the Fish Fry every Friday from 4:15-7pm in the cafeteria. Please consider helping for a few hours. COMING SOON: March 3,17 April 7,21, May 5,19 Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Young Adult Ministry CORRECTION NOTE: The previous flyers listed BYOB for Paint Night. This was listed incorrectly. Only NON-ACOLHOLIC drinks will be permitted. Upcoming Events Sun. 2/25 6:30-8:30 pm Life Night Tues. 2/27 7:00-9:00 pm Men s Discipleship Group Thurs. 3/1 7:00-9:00 pm Hangout Sun. 3/4 6:30-8:30 pm Life Night (FAMILIES INVITED) Tues. 3/6 7:00-9:00 pm Women s Discipleship Group Thurs. 3/8 6:30-8:30 pm Paint Night (All are welcome!) *Permission Slip Required LIFE CHANGING PILGRIMAGE Want to make a life-changing pilgrimage on the Camino in Spain this summer? All young adults welcome! Contact Joni at holysepyoungadults@gmail.com for more info.

7 PAGE 7 AROUND THE PARISH AND COMMUNITY HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA AROUND THE COMMUNITY 9TH ANNUAL AFTERNOON TEA Join St. Ferdinand for a lovely afternoon of tea, scones, tea sandwiches and dessert. Also included: basket raffle, 50/50, door prizes. Adult $17, children 4-10 $6, 3 and under free. St. Ferdinand Church, Oldenski Hall, 2535 Rochester Rd., Cranberry Twp., PA. Reservations must be made in advance. Please call Mary Lou at by April 30, Make checks payable to: St. Ferdinand Church. (Coordinated by Women Gathered in Ministry. Proceeds benefit St. Ferdinand Building Campaign.) ADORATION, PRAISE AND RETREAT DAY Sat., March 10 at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, 1020 State St., Baden, PA. ALL ARE WELCOME. Refreshments, no fee. Eucharistic Adoration & praise 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, retreat from 2:00 3:30 pm with opportunities to meet with a spiritual director, participate in a prayerful guide of their outdoor sacred spaces, share faith & prayer with Sisters and others, spend additional time in quiet prayer in the chapel. Register online at AdorationDays or call SPAGHETTI DINNER Join St. John Lutheran Church for a spaghetti dinner on Sat., March 10 from 4:30-6:30 pm at St. John Lutheran Church, 420 Beaver St., Mars, PA. Cost is $8 / adult, $5 / child (age 6-13), age 5 and under, free. Take-out available. RETREAT DAY AT VMESC Join us at Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center in Villa Maria, Pa. on Saturday, March 10, 2018 for a special presentation entitled A Day of Mindfulness. The program will be presented by Maureen Lauer-Gatta and Dena D, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information go to or call TO JESUS THROUGH MARY The Saint Michael Rosary Makers have been making rosaries for 10 years and have sent over 80,000 rosaries all over the world. If you would like to join this fun, worthwhile organization, consider coming to a meeting. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 6:30pm in the St. Michael the Archangel Parish hall 432 Center Ave., Butler, Pa. Rosaries are easy and fun to make. All materials are supplied by the Rosary Makers. For more information, contact Barb at or Rosemary at

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