THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH

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1 30th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 SAINT JOHN PAUL II, POPE 5:00 p.m. Rod Myers SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 7:30 a.m. People of the Parish 9:30 a.m. Mary Walsh Fitzpatrick 11:30 a.m. Debra June MONDAY, OCTOBER 24 WEEKDAY 8:30 a.m. Julia & Edward Steck TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 WEEKDAY 6:30 a.m. Thomas Carduff 8:30 a.m. Sandy Criscuolo WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26 WEEKDAY 6:30 a.m. Anna Men Nguyen 8:30 a.m. Kathleen Kush THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 WEEKDAY 6:30 a.m. Col. Richard Nemeth 8:30 a.m. Fran Fanucci FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 SAINTS SIMON AND JUNE, APOSTLES 6:30 a.m. Audrey LaSala 8:30 a.m. Patrick Maher SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 WEEKDAY 5:00 p.m. Julia & Edward Ford SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 31ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 7:30 a.m. J. Russell Conpropst 9:30 a.m. John Gallagher 11:30 a.m. People of the Parish FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY THIS WEEK are In Honor of the 60th Wedding Anniversary of Deacon Fran and Alice Gorman. DATES AVAILABLE FOR SANCTUARY FLOWERS: January 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017 (Offering $50) FLOWERS AT THE BLESSED MOTHER SHRINE THIS WEEK are for A Special Intention. DATES AVAILABLE FOR FLOWERS AT THE BLESSED MOTHER SHRINE: October 30; November 20, 27; December 18, (Offering $30) FLOWERS IN THE CHAPEL THIS WEEK are in Thanksgiving. DATES AVAILABLE FOR CHAPEL FLOWERS: October 30; November 6, 20, 27; December 4, 11, (Offering $30) CANDLES AT THE BLESSED MOTHER SHRINE are lighted this week in loving memory of David Faiola, donated by his parents, Catherine & Bob (1); in loving memory of Owen Brezitski, donated by his grandparents, Catherine & Bob Faiola (1); A Special Intention for Hansie (1); A Special Intention for good health and peace for Laura and all her family, also Sophie (2); in loving memory of David Confair, Sr., donated by his loving family (2). DATES AVAILABLE FOR CANDLES AT THE BLESSED MOTHER S SHRINE: November 27; December 18, (Offering $5 per candle) CANDLES AT THE SAINT JOSEPH SHRINE are lighted this week are in loving memory of Julia & Edward Ford, donated by Ann Ford (2); in loving memory of Louis Tomasetti, donated by Sis and Family (1); A Special Intention for good health and peace for Laura and all her family, also Sophie (2); in loving memory of David Confair, Sr., donated by his loving family (2). DATES AVAILABLE FOR CANDLES AT THE SAINT JOSEPH SHRINE: November 6, 20, 27; December 11, 18, (Offering $5 per candle) We would like to thank 2 Gals Catering this week for sponsoring an AD in our weekly bulletin. (SPONSORS DEFRAY THE COST OF PRINTING THE BULLETIN) THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH SATURDAY 3:00-4:15 p.m. Confessions Chapel 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Church 6:00 p.m. Italian Dinner Parish Hall SUNDAY, 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time WORLD MISSION SUNDAY COLLECTION 9:30 a.m. Pre-K/K Religious Ed Classes Parish Hall C 10:30-11:30 a.m. Coffee & Donuts PTO Parish Hall 5:00-8:00 p.m. CYO Meeting Parish Hall A 6:00-7:30 p.m. Girl Scouts Parish Hall B & C MONDAY 2:30 p.m. Mass at Manor Care Camp Hill 6:30 p.m. Confirmation Parent Meeting Education Center 6:30 p.m. Religious Education Classes Education Center 7:00-9:00 p.m. RCIA All Purpose Room TUESDAY 10:00 a.m.-noon Acts of Apostles Parish Hall A 7:00 p.m. Compassionate Friends All Purpose Room 7:30-9:00 p.m. Charismatic Prayer Group P. Hall Lobby A WEDNESDAY 9:00 a.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel 9:00 a.m. Marian Prayer Group All Purpose Room 6:30-8:00 p.m. Women s Bible Study All Purpose Room THURSDAY 9:30-11:30 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry All Purpose Room 2:00 p.m. Flame of Love Rosary Chapel 4:00 p.m. Legion of Mary All Purpose Room 6:30-8:30 p.m. Acts of Apostles Parish Hall A 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal FRIDAY 8:30 a.m. Mass at School 3:30 p.m. Singing of Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel SATURDAY 6:30-8:30 a.m. TMIY Parish Hall A & Kitchen 3:00-4:15 p.m. Confessions Chapel 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Church SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, st Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:30 a.m. Pre-K/K Religious Ed Classes Parish Hall C 10:30-11:30 a.m. Coffee & Donuts PTO Parish Hall 5:00-8:00 p.m. CYO Meeting Parish Hall A 6:00-7:30 p.m. Girl Scouts Parish Hall B & C During the Month of October, the Rosary is recited every weekday at 8:00 a.m. in the CHAPEL (using the Pro-Life Mysteries) and at 8:00 a.m. before Masses celebrated at the School. TODAY S READINGS NEXT SUNDAY S READINGS (October 23, 2016) (October 30, 2016) 150: Sir 35:12-14, :Wis 11:22-12:2 Ps 34:2-3, 17-19, 23 Ps 145:1-2, 8-11, Tm 4:6-8, Thes 1:11-2:2 Lk 18:9-14 Lk 19:1-10 IN YOUR CHARITY, please pray for the repose of the souls of all deceased parishioners and their families. May the Lord comfort all those who have suffered the loss of a loved one.

2 THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Stewardship, A Way of Life Tithing God s Plan for Giving Tithing Income for October 16, 2016 In pew Collection $ 14, Online Giving 4, $ 19, October 18, 2015 $ 18, From the Pastor: Many thanks to those who have responded to the tithing appeal. Your generosity is appreciated. From a Parishioner: Let us give thanks for all the gifts we have received from God. Good Deed for the Week from an 4th Grader: I helped rake the leaves. WORLD MISSION SUNDAY 2016 Celebrate the Hope that Saves Today is World Mission Sunday. We are called to this Eucharistic celebration along with Catholics in every parish, chapel and church throughout the world - to fulfill the call we first heard at Baptism, the call to be missionaries, to share our faith. Today we are invited to celebrate the hope that saves through prayer and participation in the Eucharist, and by giving generously to the collection today for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. Let us pray, especially at this Mass, for all who long to hear the hope-filled, saving message of Jesus, and for the priests, religious and lay catechists in mission countries worldwide who offer them that Good News. Blessed are the Poor in Spirit The poor man called, the Lord heard him. (Ps. 33) How often have we asked God for one thing or another and we have waited for a brief period and when we did not get it immediately or the way we expected God to respond, we simply concluded that he is not listening? Such disposition comes from how we come before God expecting him to act within the walls we have set up for him. What we fail to realize is that we limit our ability to grow in union with God with such disposition. Jesus, in the Beatitudes, says Blessed are the poor in spirt, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Mt. 5:3) That poverty is of the heart which helps us to be humble before God and to acknowledge our total dependence on him. That dependence translates into faith in the one who alone has the power to help us in all our needs. This is why the poor would simply call upon him with no condition as the psalmist tells us, knowing that the loving God would take care of their needs. This poverty of the heart was expressed by Paul and God rescued him from the lion s mouth. It was expressed by the tax collector and God exalted him. The Pharisee however justified himself before God, as he essentially showed he had no need of God. Humility is the virtue we pray to cultivate in our relationship with God that we might fully experience his grace at work in our lives. Father Ben Faneye (from Africa) Online Donations to Good Shepherd Church! By enrolling in our online donation system, Netcharge, parishioners can set up automatic weekly or monthly contributions to Good Shepherd Parish. Our website contains the link for online donations, Click on the Netcharge link, click Register and follow the simple instructions to create a new account. Using your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, or by transferring from your checking or savings accounts, you can set up an automatic Offertory or Building Fund contribution. A record of your contributions is kept on your account online, as well as posted to our records for tax purposes. Many parishioners enjoy the ease of giving electronically and it has a positive effect on financial planning and budgeting for the parish. For questions or further information, please contact the Parish Office at Giant A+ Bonus Card Numbers Needed! If you have not done so already, please register your Giant Bonus Card Number to help raise money for our students at Good Shepherd School (ID #20741). Visit and select register your card, which is located in the red box on the right for customers. Follow the prompts to complete your registration. You ll need your 11-digit BONUSCARD number and the Good Shepherd School ID # There is additional Giant A+ information located in the narthex of the Church. The students appreciate everything the Good Shepherd parishioners do to help provide a high quality, catholic education. Thank you for your continuous support and prayers!

3 Jesus is the Reason for the Season! You can keep Christ in Christmas by sending religious Christmas cards this year. The Good Shepherd Knights of Columbus Council will be selling religious Christmas cards in the Parish Hall after the Masses, beginning next weekend, October 29/30. THE RESPECT LIFE NEWS In anticipation of the U.S. general election on November 8, the Respect Life Group will have a Holy Hour using pro-life prayers and meditations, on Tuesday, October 25, from 7:00 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Please join us as we pray for a life sustaining outcome of this most important election. CCW Communion Breakfast The Council of Catholic Women will hold their annual Communion Breakfast on Saturday, November 12, 2016, after the 8:30 a.m. Mass in the Church. Breakfast will be held at Perkin s Restaurant following the Mass. Only 28 reservations are available due to room restrictions. Make your reservations early at the Parish Office. Deadline is November 8, Cost is $11.00 per person. COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN COMMUNION BREAKFAST AT PERKIN S RESTAURANT RESERVATION FORM Name Phone Number Attending Amount Enclosed $ DEADLINE: Tuesday, November 8, 2016 THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS is a selfhelp group offering support to individuals and families following the death of a child, grandchild or sibling. The group meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the All Purpose Room at Good Shepherd Church. This month's meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 25. You do not need to RSVP, there is no cost to attend and all are welcome. For information call Mary Kay Alleman at FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Grocery Cards and Gift Cards for local retailers are available in the Parish Office during office hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL AND PARISH BINGO BASH will be held on Friday, November 4, 2016, in the Good Shepherd Parish Hall. Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. - Bingo begins at 7:00 p.m. Seating is limited. $25 for tickets purchased in Advance - $30.00 at the Door. Cash Prizes for Bingo winners with $1000 jackpot! Concessions include: Chili, Soups and Hot Dogs, Baked Goods & Snacks which will be available during the evening. Purchase raffle tickets during the event for a chance to win Prize Baskets! Please complete the form below and return to the School Office, Parish Office or drop in the collection basket at Mass. Deadline is Wednesday, November 2. ================================== Name: Address: Phone #: # Playing Bingo X $25.00 = $ Please make checks payable to: Good Shepherd School PTO Or register online at

4 THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL NEWS: The Annual "Trunk or Treat" will be on Wednesday, October 26, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., in Trinity's parking lot. All costumed kids age preschool through 5th grade are invited to visit the "trunks or treats. Food will be available for sale and you can tour the Haunted House...if you dare. Hope to see you for this spooktacular evening! Trinity's Ski Club invites you to join them for some great skiing and snowboarding this winter. Visit to purchase your discounted club card and learn more about the club. All are welcome! 1) Save the date - November 2 - Support the Senior class at Five Guys! 2) Current 8th grade families - attend our Early Registration night on November 10 and you could win a $500 tuition credit! Visit our website for more details. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS Confirmation Parent Meeting Reminder: All Confirmation Parents (at least one parent) are asked to attend a short Confirmation Parent Meeting on Monday, October 24, at 6:30 p.m. in the school gym. Pre-K/Kindergarten Religious Education Classes: On Sunday mornings, during the 9:30 a.m. Mass, there is an optional program for 4-5 year olds. The children will participate in age-appropriate activities to learn the gospel message. Anyone interested in signing their child up for the PreK/K Program held in the Parish Hall, should be able to commit to attending the 9:30 a.m. Mass and bring their child each week. Anyone interested should contact the Religious Education Office. No Classes on Halloween: Due to the change in the trick or treat schedule there will be NO classes on Monday, Oct Substitute Catechists are Needed: What do you do during the time your child is at Religious Education? Please consider substituting as a Catechist on the nights the main Catechist cannot make it. You do not need to have teaching experience. Most of the time there are detailed instructions for you and/or a video to play. You simply need to be open to God's call and willing to share your faith with the youth. All volunteers must be cleared through the Diocesan Youth Protection Program. Clearances are free, it just takes some time. Children's Liturgy of the Word: They still need volunteers to help during the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Please contact the Parish Office or Karen Shook at if you are interested in helping with this fulfilling ministry. Fan the Fire Youth Rally: Fan the Fire is a one day event designed to reach out to teens in grades 8-12 and help them to either deepen their relationship with Christ or discover it for the first time. The day consists of a dynamic host, high-quality music, talented local, regional and national Catholic youth speakers, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, confessions, contemporary Mass, concert, dinner and more. It will be held on Saturday, November 19, at St. Joseph Parish in York. Cost is $25.00 For more information or forms, call Amanda in the Religious Education Office ( ) The Girl Scout Council #157 of Camp Hill is sponsoring a day of making unique craft kits for kids in the hospital for Anna'sGiftFoundation on Sunday, October 30, 2016 from Noon - 6:00 p.m. and we need your help! Anyone can help - from preschoolers to grownups! If you have some time, please come out to help us - all materials are provided - all we need is you! If you are a Girl Scout, and are not in Council #157, we have badges for participating. Middle School and High School students can receive volunteer hours for helping. Below is a link to sign up for different "jobs" on Sunday. Please pick a time and task of your choice and come out help, even if it for less time than you are signed up for. Please bring a friend or five, and enjoy helping others together. TimeToSignUp: Sun. Oct. 30, 2016, Camp Hill, Pa. Trinity Lutheran Church. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Liz Tomalis (Anna's mom) at Please pass this on to anyone who you think might be able to help! If this is new to you, you can find us on Facebook at: AnnasGiftFoundation Manna Bag and Angel Tree Project It is never too soon to start planning for the Manna Bag and Angel Tree Projects. If you are a member of the Good Shepherd Parish in need of assistance at Thanksgiving and Christmas, please submit your name to the Parish Office. If you know of someone who is a member of our parish in need of help, please submit their names (with their permission) to the Parish Office. The project coordinator will contact all names that are submitted.

5 Courtesy Announcements New "God's Plan" Presenters Do you know a couple who has a solid marriage, loves the Lord, and wants to share the gift of matrimony with others? The God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage program is currently looking for new people to help present this single-day conference a few times a year. Prospective couples should be warm and relatable, good speakers, and completely supportive of Church teaching. Please contact your Parish Office with any ideas. The Annual Mass Celebrating the Gifts of People with Disabilities will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. at Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque Church, 2800 Paxton Church Road, Harrisburg. Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the celebrant, assisted by Deacon Lawrence Sutton of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Light refreshments will be served after Mass. All are welcome to attend. Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque is accessible to persons with physical disabilities. A sign language interpreter and assistive listening devices are available. Request for materials in Braille and large print and other accommodations should be made to Kate Neri at , ext. 317 on or before October 21. Rachel s Vineyard Retreat for Post Abortion Healing This is an opportunity to examine your abortion experience, identify the ways that the loss has impacted you in the past and present, and helps to acknowledge any unresolved feelings that many struggle with after abortion. Because of the emotional numbness and secrecy that often surrounds an abortion experience, conflicting emotions both during and after the event may remain unresolved. These buried feelings can surface later and may be symptoms of post abortion trauma. Married couples, mothers, fathers, grandparents and siblings of aborted children, as well as persons who have been involved in the abortion industry have come to Rachel's Vineyard in search of peace and inner healing. The weekend is a lot of work but yields a fruitful harvest for all who are willing to labor there. Please accept this gift of healing as only our Lord can offer. Come and let the healing begin: December 2 4, 2016, York, PA. Please Contact Joy or Becky at or Rvpamd@gmail.com or Undefeatedcourage@gmail.com The Silence of Mary Home is a Christian family home for God's abandoned or neglected people of all ages in the Allison Hill section of Harrisburg. On Saturday, November 19, 2016, the Silence of Mary Home is hosting its 10th Annual Gala - Water into Wine - at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel beginning at 5:30 p.m. Individual tickets are $95 per person. If you have questions or would like to attend the event, please call the office at (717) or silenceofmaryvolunteer@verizon.net. To learn more about the Silence of Mary visit our website at GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL - 8 th GRADE CHRISTMAS WREATH SALE The 8 th Grade Class is having a fundraiser and is selling fresh Christmas wreaths for the holidays! The wreaths come in two sizes: 19 Balsam Wreaths; and 30 Mixed Greens Wreaths. In addition, Mixed Print Holiday bows and red velvet bows are available. Deadline for receipt of orders: On or before Sunday, November 13. Pick up will be at Good Shepherd School on December 1 from 3:00 6:00 p.m. Payment is due at time of order. Make checks payable to Good Shepherd Class of You can drop off your order at Good Shepherd School. Also, we will be available in the Parish Hall to take orders after Masses starting Saturday, October 29, through Sunday, November 13. Please stop by and support our 8 th graders. Your support is sincerely appreciated! Contact Sue at or benedekjohnston@gmail.com with questions. ORDER FORM Name: Telephone: Address: Person picking up wreaths on 12/1/2016 if not the person above: 19-inch $20 = $ 30-inch $25 = $ Red Velvet $ 5 = $ Mixed Print Holiday $3 = $ Make checks payable to Good Shepherd Class of 2017 All orders and payment must be received on or before Sunday, November 13. Also, students will accept orders on the 13th after Masses in the Church.