L OYOLA WELCOME FATHER JOE MOSLEY

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1 THE CHURCH OF S AINT I GNATIUS L OYOLA WELCOME FATHER JOE MOSLEY Fr. Joe Mosley was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Scranton in He grew up in Mayfield, Pennsylvania, and this is where his family still resides. Before entering the seminary, Fr. Joe graduated from the University of Scranton and Arcadia University with degrees in Biology and Physician Assistant Studies. However, a call to the priesthood always resounded in his heart. He began formation for the priesthood in 2010 at Mount St. Mary s Seminary in Emmitsburg, MD where he studied Philosophy. He completed his courses in Theology at St. Mary s Seminary and University of Baltimore, MD. Most recently, Fr. Joe has been serving as the assistant pastor at St. Matthew s Parish in East Stroudsburg. It is with joy that we welcome Father Joseph Mosley to St. Ignatius Loyola Parish. May he have a long and happy stay. THANKSGIVING DINNER PLANNING MEETING The Service Coordinating Team is currently working to plan this year s Thanksgiving Dinner, the mission of which is to provide a Thanksgiving meal in Conlan Hall to members of the community who are in unique need of companionship and community during the holiday and to deliver meals to the homebound. A planning meeting open to all parishioners who wish to volunteer to support the Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Wednesday, October 25th in Bergan Hall. In addition to affirming the mission of the dinner, the central goal of the planning meeting will be to clarify key tasks and responsibilities for the event (from work in the kitchen, to work in the hall, to deliveries). If you are interested in volunteering to support the Thanksgiving Dinner but cannot attend the planning meeting, please contact Tom Hamill ( ) or any member of the Service Coordinating Team. The Thanksgiving Dinner itself is scheduled for Sunday, November 19th from 1 to 3 PM in Conlan Hall. THANK YOU MOTHER TERESA S HAVEN We would like to thank the many parishioners who helped support Mother Teresa s Haven in September. We once again received an overwhelming and inspiring response from individuals and groups within the parish who reached out to sponsor meals, contribute desserts and other foods, put together snack and personal care packages, donate clothing and personal items, provide financial assistance, share fellowship with our guests, and volunteer time for kitchen prep and cleanup. We were particularly excited to see so many new volunteers become involved as sponsors during this recent visit and so many familiar faces of parishioners who always make time to support this vital ministry in a variety of ways. The men of Mother Teresa s Haven were once again profoundly grateful for the hospitality, the sense of community and belonging, and the delicious food they enjoyed as guests of our parish. Thank you for making service to Mother Teresa s Haven part of your spiritual journey at St. Ignatius. Please keep an eye out for future announcements regarding opportunities to support Mother Teresa s Haven in early 2018, and please encourage your friends to share in this ministry, as we are always happy to welcome new volunteers. Thank you again for all of your help and for all that you do for St. Ignatius! Sincerely, The Service Coordinating Team A ROMAN CATHOLIC C OMMUNITY INSPIRED BY THE TRADITION OF ST. IGNATIUS, S T. HEDWIG AND S T. MARY'S ANNUNCIATION PARISHES. W e, the blended Catholic community of St. Ignatius Loyola, draw strength from Word and Sacrament, especially in the celebration of the Eucharist. Modeling Christ s work, we embrace our commitment to God s call. We remain faithful to the shared acts of prayer, study and service. Together we extend Christ s hospitality to others and light the path of peace for generations to come. Knowing God is more important than knowing about God. - Karl Rahner, S.J.

2 O C T O B E R 1 5, Page 2 BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION Please leave Boxtops for Education, Campbell s Soup with UPC bar code and soda tabs to benefit Good Shepherd Academy. Boxes are located in the Church and Chapel foyers. In recognition of our need to give, and the many needs of our church and parish, and in gratitude for God s gifts to us, we declare our willingness to return a portion of our Treasure to our parish, as part of our total Christian stewardship. Sunday Tithe $12, This Week s Expenses $30, Diocesan Annual Appeal Our Parish Goal - $90, This Weekend is In-Pew Commitment Weekend Material and pledge cards will be distributed to all parishioners during Masses celebrated this weekend. Everyone at Mass will be asked to complete the pledge form, whether or not you have made a pledge or intend to pledge. Thank You to Rich Garman Reminder: Please send your contributions directly to the Appeal Office. Thank you! W O R D L E A R N I N G A B O U T O U R F A I T H RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Sunday, October 15th - Grade 8 Confirmation Meeting - 6:30-7:30 PM in Conlan Hall - Students only! Sunday, October 15th - Winter Clothing Drive - information will be sent home to the families. Sunday, October 15th - Grade 2 First Penance Parent Meeting - 9:15 AM in Conlan H all Sunday, October 15th - Grade 2 Mass of Enrollment - 10:30 AM Sunday, October 22nd - Grade 4 Family morning/class Mass. All Grade 4 students, both private and public schools, and their families are strongly encouraged to attend this morning. It will begin in Conlan Hall at 9:15 AM with a light continental breakfast and family activity followed by the class Mass at 10:30 AM. BAPTISMAL PREP CLASSES The following are the dates for Baptismal Prep. Classes: Monday, November 13th at 6:30 PM and Monday, December 11th at 6:30 PM. All classes are held in the Church. For more information and to register, please call Jen at the Rectory AN INVITATION TO ALPHA AT ST. IGNATIUS Perhaps you have wanted to share your Catholic faith and are not sure how to reach out to others. Alpha is an easy way to begin to answer this call - for you - and every Christian to respond in a concrete and practical way and bring the Gospel to our environment. The Church exists to bring the Gospel of Jesus to the world. This is the mission of every Christian. We are called to leave the comfort of the four-walls of the church building and share the great treasure that is, Jesus Christ! Before Jesus left us and ascended back to heaven, he said Go, to all the nations, teach them to carry out all that I taught you, and baptize them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. On Monday evening October 23rd at 6:30 PM, I would like to invite you to attend a session explaining the Alpha Course. Alpha is a way to help bring people to know and encounter Jesus Christ. Jesus described himself as the Good Shepherd who went out to seek and find the lost sheep. All of the recent popes have spoken about what they called a New Evangelization. It is an invitation for us to reach out to those who have not encountered Jesus. Let us move from maintenance to mission. Of all the activities of the Church, announcing the Good News is most important. Please strongly consider coming to this initial meeting on Monday, October 23rd in Conlan Hall. It is most important to me and I believe essential to the future of our parish community. Father Leo McKernan?????? Don t forget! Food Collection each and every weekend at the vestibules of the Church and Chapel.

3 Page 3 O C T O B E R 1 5, ADULT FAITH FORMATION BIBLE STUDY - OCTOBER 17TH Reserve the date and come join us for Reading Scriptures with Father McKernan, who will guide us as we examine Acts of the Apostles (the birth and growth of the Church) from the NEW TESTAMENT. All sessions are scheduled for Conlan Hall at St. Ignatius, and will begin at 6:30 PM. invited to come and relax and to bring their own Bibles. Participants are EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION We could use help, especially at Sunday Masses, so that we can offer communion under both species. Please call the Rectory at UPCOMING CONVOCATIONS IN THE DIOCESE COMMUNITY Convocation - Saturday, October 21st at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Scranton. God s Compassionate Face: Grief Support Ministry Seminar. All who minister to the bereaved are invited to this daylong seminar on topics related to grief support ministry. N.B. This day is to teach those who minister to the grieving; it is NOT a support session for those who are grieving. Time - 9 AM to 3:30 PM. WORSHIP Convocation - Saturday, October 28th at Marywood University in Scranton. This day-long event will feature keynote speaker, Dr. Elaine Rendler. Registration is now open on the diocesan website. For more information, visit the website at: CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC RENEWAL OF THE DIOCESE OF SCRANTON Date: Saturday, October 28th at the Holy Family Spiritual Renewal Center, Nanticoke. Time: 9 AM to 5:00 PM. For more information, please call EVANGELIZATION TALK Dale Ahlquist, President of the American Chesterton Society and popular EWTN personality, will speak on G.K. Chesterton on Evangelization, New and Old, on Saturday, October 28th from 9:00 AM to Noon at the Oblates of St. Joseph, 1880 Route 315, Pittston. Cost is $15.00 which includes refreshments. To register, contact Denise Ohl at dd2752@yahoo.com or call the Oblates at The Altar Breads and Wine for this week are offered In Memory of Genevieve Cawley as requested by Family Sanctuary Candles Burn this week In Memory of David Jenkins By Jeanne Petroski In Memory of Michael Herbacek By Family NATIONAL VOCATION AWARENESS WEEK NOVEMBER 5TH-11TH Mark your calendars now! More information will be in upcoming bulletins. Thank you. Please pray for Vocations to the Priesthood, Diaconate and Consecrated Life. For more information contact Father Don Williams at or vocations@dioceseofscranton.org CONGRATULATIONS Our prayers and congratulations go out to Daniel & Allison Jones Daly and Jordan & Tamara Nijmeh Broody who were united in the Sacrament and Covenant of Marriage. Best wishes for many happy and healthy years together as husband and wife. We encourage you to spend quiet time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament throughout the week with a special prayer intention in mind. Just pick up a card after your visit to Church and send it off to the one in your prayer. The cards may be used on First Fridays by those attending Eucharistic Adoration. Think gospel! Please make room for your neighbor in Church and slide to the center of the pew.

4 W O R S H I P L I T U R G Y A N D P R A Y E R DAILY MASSES Beginning on Monday, October 30th, we will once again have a 7:30 AM Mass Monday - Saturday. We need you!! Throughout this Fall season, we will explore all Liturgical Ministries and share the need to increase participation in all areas. Liturgical Ministry is an excellent opportunity to fulfill your Baptismal call of service to one another. Our Liturgies utilize the talents and gifts that God has given this community to its fullest extent. Whether participation is through behind the scenes planning and preparation or through service within the Mass, parishioner contributions help our liturgies to be truly life-giving celebrations. Please prayerfully consider joining one of these ministries. ALTAR SERVERS The role of the altar server (acolyte) is to assist the priest and deacon at the altar during Mass on Saturday/Sunday or other important days in the life of the Church. carry the cross, the candles, the bread, wine and water. The server holds the Roman Missal while the priest prays the opening and closing prayer. The server participates in the liturgy in a ministerial role, just as lectors, Eucharistic ministers and those serving as hospitality ministers. We invite young people beginning in 3 rd grade through high school and into adulthood to serve at Liturgy. If you can volunteer and be trained to serve as an altar server, contact Ms. Mary Lewis or Mrs. Jen Carey in the parish office at or at siloffice@aol.com. NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG DADS Fr McKernan would be most grateful for 3-4 men from the parish that can begin to work with altar servers. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Whether or not you have ever served at Mass we are looking for your assistance in this area. WHAT IS ALPHA? Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith. Typically run over eleven weeks, each session looks at a different question that people can have about faith and is designed to create conversation. It s just an open, informal and honest space to explore and discuss life s big questions together. What does Alpha look like? There isn t really an average Alpha. Alpha is run in local communities all around the world, and everyone s welcome. It runs in cafés, churches, bars, prisons, parks, universities, schools, homes - you name it. No two Alphas look the same, but generally they have three key things in common: food, a talk and good conversation. Food Whether it s a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch-up over coffee and cake, food has a way of bringing people together. It s no different at Alpha. Most sessions start with food, because it s a great way to build community and get to know each other. Talk The talks are designed to engage guests and inspire conversation. Usually around thirty minutes long, they can be given as a live talk or played as a video, all for free. They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who is Jesus? and How can I have faith? Discussion Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas on the topic, and simply discuss it in a small group. There s no obligation to say anything and there s nothing you can t say (seriously). It s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment. Page 4 Monday Pastoral Council - 6:30 PM Rectory Cub Scouts - 6:30 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Fl.) Evening Prayer of St. Hedwig 7:00 PM - Church Tuesday Rosary Makers - 11:30 AM Conlan Hall Senior Citizens - 1:30 PM Conlan Hall Scripture Readings 6:30 PM-Conlan Hall Holy Name Society - 7 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st. Fl.) Wednesday Community Team - 4:00 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st. Fl.) Cantor Rehearsal 6:00 PM - Church Adult Choir 7:00 PM - Church Pierogie Planning Meeting 7:00 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Fl.) Knights of Columbus 7:30 PM - Conlan Hall Thursday Clothing Drive - Conlan Hall 6:00-8:00 PM Children s Choir 6:45 PM-1st Floor Bergan Parish Center Contemporary Ensemble 7:30 PM-1st Floor Bergan Parish Center Saturday Prayer Shawl Ministry 12:00 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Floor) Clothing Drive Conlan Hall See page 5 for information Teach us to give and not to count the cost. Ignatius of Loyola

5 O C T O B E R 1 5, Monday REMEMBERING October 16th 22nd 12:10 PM John Evansky-ALM Wife, Elaine & Family Tuesday 7:30 Irene Lloyd-ALM Family 12:10 Joanne Scruitsky-MM Family Wednesday 12:10 Katherine Girton-ALM Family Thursday 7:30 Josephine Ogurkis-ALM Ogurkis & Carey Families 12:10 Beth Miner-ALM Mary Jo & Ed Vancavage Friday 12:10 Elayne Coburn-ALM Friends Saturday 7:30 John & Catherine Selepak-ALM Children 4 pm Christopher Grimes Peggy & Joe Eagen 5:30 pm Alphonso Novackowski Paul & Eleanor Keener Sunday 7:00 am Kevin Ryan S. Barnes & P. Podesta 8:30 am For the People of the Parish 10:30 am Patricia Frey Religious Education Program 12:00 pm Mary Preston Elaine & Frank Stanchak Page 5 S E R V I C E H E L P I N G O T H E R S MARY S MINISTRY WINTER OUTERWEAR & SCHOOL-WEAR COLLECTION - OCT. 14TH & 15TH Mary s Ministry will conduct a winter clothing drive to support our parish pastoral outreach ministry. We are especially seeking donations of clean, usable winter outerwear items (ONLY coats, jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts, hats, gloves, scarves) for men, women and children. Clean usable WVW school approved clothing for elementary and middle school students will also be accepted but must be limited to ONLY solid colored casual/dress pants or skirts, plain (no logos) solid colored or striped golf or button down dress shirts with collars, solid turtlenecks, crewneck sweatshirts and sweaters. Please bring donations to Bergan Parish Center on Saturday, Oct. 14th between 3:00 & 6:00 PM or Sunday, Oct. 15th between 8 AM & 1:00 PM. Anyone interested in volunteering to help accept, sort and distribute items, please call Jane Girvan at or Mary Hosey at Those in need of winter outerwear of school clothing items, are welcome to come to Conlan Hall on Saturday, October 21st from 9 AM - Noon. MISSION SUNDAY - OCTOBER 22ND World Mission Sunday is a day set aside for Catholics worldwide to recommit themselves to the Church s missionary activity through prayer and sacrifice. Your ongoing support of the Pontifical Mission Society for the Propagation of the Faith is vital to the Missionaries serving dioceses throughout Asia, Africa, parts of Latin America and Europe, and on the Islands of the Pacific. Your generosity makes it possible for local priests, religious, and catechists to reach out to communities, families and children in desperate need. Please make checks payable to St. Ignatius Loyola Church as we will forward one check to the Diocese. Envelopes may be found in your packets mailed to you for the month of October. St. Ignatius Parish Autumn Fling Bingo November 5th Prizes - Assorted Gift Items Ticket Donation - $25.00 $20.00 donation if purchased at the rectory or from Mary s Ministry on or before Oct. 31st Call Helen O Brien at for help with ticket sales! More information on our

6 O C T O B E R 1 5, Page 6 MINISTRY SCHEDULE October 21st & 22nd Saturday 4:00 PM C. Urban & G. Dicton K. Hungarter, J. Jagoda A. Petros S. Carlisle & B. Davis Saturday 5:30 PM P. & M. Pisaneschi T. Smith & M. B. Zelinsky A. Roper & J. Shoemaker Sunday 7:00 AM Lector S. Barnes T. Thackara & T. Verbyla Sunday 8:30 AM S. Verdone & S. Arbogast J. Lyons, J. Lyons, M. Tietje & N. Vender Continued on page 7 HOLIDAY GIFT BINGO Chester Street Elementary School PTO will host a Holiday Gift Bingo on Saturday, November 4th at the Swoyersville Hose Company, 229 Slocum St. Doors open at 11:00 AM. Tickets-$ For information and tickets contact Patty at chesterstreetpto@yahoo.com. TOY BINGO St. Andre Bessette Parish, Wilkes- Barre will sponsor a Toy Bingo on Sunday, November 5th at the St. Mary s Byzantine Social Hall, 522 Madison St., Wilkes-Barre. Doors open at 1:00 PM. Admission price is $10.00 which includes three regular bingo cards. Food, Special Bingo Games, Basket Raffle, and other games of chance will be available for purchase. For tickets or additional information, please call Mary at the parish office JMJ CATHOLIC RADIO Listen at 98.9 FM or 750AM. The 98.9 FM is 24/7 and is a stronger signal. Learn more about your faith! Fr. McKernan has a regular program on this station. Please keep this work in your prayers. Times: Tuesdays at 3:30 PM; Thursdays at 6:00 PM and Saturdays at 9:00 PM. CONGRATULATIONS Through the Sacrament of Baptism we joyfully welcome into our Christian Community the following babies: Cayson Christopher Burke, Adalynn Lorraine Carr, Jaiden Donte Williams and Violet Tkaczyk. Many prayers to them as they begin their new life in Christ Jesus. Check here every week for the latest Food Pantry information. The Food Pantry is in need of the following items: Canned pasta, cereal, peanut butter, Jelly, pasta, spaghetti sauce, soup. (Please place items in the bins in the back of the Church and Chapel. Monetary donations are also accepted, please make checks payable to: The Al Beech West Side Food Bank. Thank you!!!!! Holy Redeemer High School 159 S. Pennsylvania Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Open House Sunday, October 22nd 1:00-3:00 PM All are welcome! For more information, call or visit Just a reminder! Be sure to check your on-line/mailed copy of liturgy schedule often.

7 Page 7 O C T O B E R 1 5, MINISTRY SCHEDULE Continued Sunday Stewards 1,535 Families receive envelopes October 7th 345 attended the 4:00 PM Mass 268 Families used their envelopes and offered $2, attended the 5:30 PM Mass 59 Families used their envelopes and offered $1, October 8th 180 attended the 7:00 AM Mass 55 Families used their envelopes and offered $1, attended the 8:30 AM Mass 64 Families used their envelopes and offered $1, attended the 10:30 AM Mass 100 Families used their envelopes and offered $1, attended the Noon Mass 78 Families used their envelopes and offered $1, Received in Mail: 38 families mailed their envelopes and offered $2, Total Envelopes Used: 662 Thanks to all who are supporting the parish! CHILDREN S HALLOWEEN PARTY SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH The Holy Name Society will sponsor the Annual Halloween Party on Saturday, October 28th following the 5:30 PM Mass in Conlan Hall. We can t wait to see your costume! (Children may wear their costumes to Mass.) There will be pizza, refreshments, music a Halloween Movie and much more! Food Thank you for bringing food for the needy to Mass. Each week we will bring a basket up in the Offertory Procession to remind us we are in solidarity with the poor. Sunday 10:30 AM Religious Ed. Classes P. Kupetz J. O Connor M. O Connor M. Kane & N. Mirigliani Sunday 12 Noon P. Boyle & B. Anzalone N. Bellas & M. Hosey C. Dec & K. Gring James Colonna

8 Page 8 O C T O B E R 1 5, C O M M U N I T Y G R O W I N G T O G E T H E R PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL UPDATE At a recent transition meeting, the Parish Pastoral Council welcomed Maria Edmunds, Kim McNulty and Jeremiah Taylor as new members. The officers selected for two-year terms, are Pat Cole, chair, George Andresky, vice-chair and Michelle Butcher, secretary. Leaving the Council after six years of service are Maria Scappaticci and Tom Hamill. We wish to extend our gratitude to both Maria and Tom for their many contributions to the Council and to Parish. During their six years of service, they assisted with the merging of three parishes and drafted and conducted a parish wide survey. As chair, Tom led the Council in formulating the Strategic Plan, launched the four Coordinating Teams (Commissions) and worked to enhance communications among all groups within the parish. Through the Service Team, he dedicated a great deal time working for social justice concerns such as Mother Teresa s Haven, food collections among others. On behalf of the parish, we wish to thank all who so willingly share their time and talents with our church. Particular thanks to both Tom and Maria and their respective families for their contributions during the past six years. ST. HEDWIG S MINI REUNION It s hard to believe, but it has been ten years since the Church of St. Hedwig closed. This year we are planning a gathering of former parishioners and friends of St. Hedwig s. This celebration will be held on Monday, October 16th at 7:00 PM. A service honoring St. Hedwig will be celebrated followed by a reception in Conlan Hall. All are welcome to come and enjoy the fellowship of old and new friends and share memories. Anyone with anything to offer or help plan are asked to call Joan & Mike Stretanski at or PIEROGI BOARD NEWS Our pierogi projects are a great fundraiser for the parish and offer a great sense of community. We come together, share a meal and enjoy each other s company. We wish to continue this project, but it has become necessary to share some of the responsibilities. Anyone interested in helping in any way is asked to attend an organizational meeting on Wednesday, October 18th at 7:00 PM in Bergan Hall. It is our plan to continue making pierogi for Advent and Christmas. For planning purposes, we hope to be in production on all Mondays and Tuesdays in November. For more information, call Mike at RESPECT LIFE BANQUET The Respect Life Banquet will be held on Monday, November 13th at 6:00 PM at Genetti s Best Western Convention Center, Wilkes- Barre. The guest speaker will be Steven Ertelt (LIFENEWS.COM). Tickets: Reservations only by November 8th. Mail check for $35.00 to Pennsylvanians For Human Life, 31 Hanover St., Wilkes-Barre, PA GREETING & WELCOMING Now at each Mass (as we begin), you are invited to warmly greet those near you. Please introduce yourself, offering one another welcome. Especially, if you see anyone new or those you do not know go to them with open arms and hearts - so that all who enter Saint Ignatius (St. Ann s Chapel) Parish feel part of this parish family. FLU SHOTS Flu Shots will be administered on Saturday, October 28th from 10:00 AM 2:00 PM in Conlan Hall. WEEKLY MEDITATION How could I refuse to respond positively to God s outrageously generous invitation to come and receive all He has prepared for me? What gets in the way of my acceptance of God s call? Is there a catch? Am I worthy? What is God desiring? What is my response?

9 BAPTISM Expectant and new parents are asked to participate in a seminar on Baptism. Please call the Rectory at Godparents are welcome to attend, though it is not required. Please call the rectory to register at your earliest convenience. The celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism is on the third Sunday of every month. MARRIAGE Congratulations! You are asked to contact one of the parish priests at least six months before the date of your marriage so that the appropriate preparations can be made for this special celebration. VISITATION OF THE SICK Please call the office for visitation of the sick at home, in the hospital, or health care facility. SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK Urgent calls will be attended to at any time of the day or night. RELIGIOUS FORMATION Grades 1 6 Sunday morning from 9:15 AM to 10:20 AM. Grades 7 8 Released Time Confirmation Program High School Sunday Evenings (Monthly) NEW PARISHIONERS Please register by calling the rectory. Those moving should inform the office as soon as possible. DEVOTIONAL LIFE The Rosary is prayed after the 7:30 AM Mass daily and before the 8:30 AM Mass on Sundays at the Chapel of St. Ann. Eucharistic Adoration is held the First Friday of the month at Saint Ignatius Church beginning at 12:45 PM concluding with Benediction at 4:00 PM. (September May) THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS This is a process the Catholic Church uses to bring adult members into the faith. Anyone interested in becoming a part of this process or in obtaining more information can call the Rectory at This journey in faith is concerned with the total formation of the person into living and serving with the Church community. PARISH SCHOOLS Good Shepherd Academy: Principal, Mr. James Jones Phone: Holy Redeemer High School: Principal, Michael S. Reese Phone: YOUTH MINISTRY Our parish offers a comprehensive Youth Ministry including community building, service, religious education and socialization. Watch the bulletin for ministry information. MINISTRY COUNCILS Pastoral Council Father McKernan, Deacon O Connor, George Andresky, Nancy Bellas, Michelle Butcher, Pat Cole, Robert Dupre Maria Edmunds, Maura Fennell, Gloria Galante, Molly Kachmar Cynthia Liskov, Kimberly McNulty, Jeremiah Taylor Finance Council Father McKernan, Bob Gabriesheski, Ellen Kornfeld, Mary Lewis, Lou Mondy, Art Piccone, Lisa Rinker, Kay Smedley Buildings & Grounds Committee - Pat Clemente, Matt Fiske, Carl Kachmar, John Schwartz, Jared Urbanski Word Coordinating Team Jennifer Bale, Pat Cole, Carmella Faust, Mary Fiske, Bessmarie Frey, Gloria Galante, Erin Keating, Ruth McEvoy, Arthur Piccone, Danielle Taylor Worship Coordinating Team George Andresky, Elaine Blessing, Cindy Liskov, Debbie Lyons, Kathleen McCarthy, Nick Mirigliani, Denise Mosca, Peggy Yanklunas Community Coordinating Team - Mary Bednarek, Kate Corgan, Nancy Flannery, Betty Habler, Molly Kachmar, Nancy Larralde, Sally McGinley Helen O Brien, Mike Stretanski Service Coordinating Team - Deacon O Connor, Steve Durk, Tom Hamill, Pat Kupetz,, Kim McNulty, Tom Scappaticci, Mike Stretanski, Bob Tuttle PARISH STAFF Pastor Pastoral Outreach Main/Business Office SILOffice@aol.com Receptionist SILOffice@aol.com Cemetery Clerks Rev. Leo J. McKernan Deacon John E. O Connor Ms. Mary Lewis Mrs. Jen Carey Ms. Mary Lewis, St. Ignatius Mrs. Jen Carey, St. Mary & St. Hedwig Religious Formation Mrs. Carmella Faust Religiouseducation1@yahoo.com Mrs. Patty Kopec Youth Ministry stignatiusyg@gmail.com Worship Maintenance Sacristan Visiting Clergy Jennifer Bale Mrs. Carmella Faust, Director of Liturgy Mixed Choir Ensemble Mrs. Elaine Blessing, Contemporary Ensemble & Children s Choir Director Mrs. Carmella Faust, Handbell Choir Mrs. Pat Fennell, Accompanist Mrs. Caprice Ryman, Accompanist Mr. George Andresky, Accompanist Bill Gross Matt Fiske Rev. Joseph Adonizio Rev. Dan Issing Rev. Andrew Sinnott Rev. Anthony Urban Rev. Richard Zavacki