L OYOLA THE CHURCH OF. Knowing God is more important than knowing about God.

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1 THE CHURCH OF S AINT I GNATIUS L OYOLA A ROMAN CATHOLIC C OMMUNITY INSPIRED BY THE TRADITION OF ST. IGNATIUS, S T. HEDWIG AND S T. MARY'S ANNUNCIATION PARISHES. 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 com- W mitment 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 J A N U A R Y 1 5, Page 2 OFFERTORY ENVELOPE NOTICE: Due to recent vandalism, we are asking parishioners to no longer place offertory envelopes in the mailbox in front of the rectory. Please deliver envelopes by hand, mail, or in church.. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you, as always, for your continued support of our parish community. 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 $18, Additional Christmas $2, This Week s Expenses $6, Priests Collection $2, WELCOME - FR.. ANDREW A KUROVSKY This week we are happy to welcome Father Andrew Kurovsky to our parish. Please take the time to introduce yourself and make him feel at home. You will come to know that he has a great sense of humor and a deep desire to serve the needs of our parish. May we continue to pray for Father Andrew that God bless him with peace and happiness. 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 ADULT FAITH FORMATION How are your New Year s resolutions going? Did you like so many others decide to get away from the TV and exercise more? Whatever you re working on, our parish is offering another opportunity one which will help you exercise and grow spiritually The Ignatian Way. For the next couple of months, the topic for our first and second Wednesdays will, most appropriately, focus on St. Ignatius. This incredible man founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) and throughout the centuries has become a type of spiritual director to the masses. His The Spiritual Exercises, a work which contains meditations and prayers, challenges us to see God in all things, not only as we pray but as we work, as we play, as we love, as we live. Please join us 1 st Wednesday Talks: Februrary 1 st, Father Don Williams will examine Ignatian Prayer. April 5 th, Father Malloy from Scranton University will focus on St. Ignatius as a reflection of his spirituality. May 3 rd, Rabbi Kaplan will discuss Jewish practices and spirituality. As always no registration is needed: come to one, come to all. Retreat: Beginning in late February for those wishing more direction in the Ignatian Way, we will host a six week retreat which will guide us in using his exercises. Each week participants will be assigned short readings to help them develop a closer relationship with God. All parishioners are invited to participate. Since copies will be provided, those wishing to participate are asked to call the rectory. Website: This site offers lots of information and opportunities to explore the Ignatian Way. Check it out. Watch for more information on these programs and the videos and scripture studies planned for this New Year. Don t forget! Food Collection each and every weekend at the vestibules of Church and Chapel.

3 Page 3 J A N U A R Y 1 5, W O R S H I P L I T U R G Y A N D P R A Y E R QUESTION OF THE WEEK Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Jesus, the Son of God Reading I Isaiah 49:3, 5-6 (the servant of the Lord) Reading II 1 Corinthians 1:1-3 (greeting to the church) Gospel John 1:29-34 (John s testimony to Jesus) Key Passage [John said,] I myself did not know him; but I came baptizing water for this reason, that he might be revealed to Israel. (John 1:31) Adult We witness to Christ as John did, by living lives full of generosity, forgiveness, and mercy toward others. When do you find it most difficult to do this? Youth Who has surprised you by doing something kind for you when you did not expect it? The Altar Breads and Wine for this week are offered In Memory of Anthony Maloney as requested by Family RESPECT LIFE MASS The Knights of Columbus of Wyoming Valley is sponsoring a Respect Life Mass. This Mass will be held on Sunday, January 15th at 10:00 AM, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Swoyersville. Following the Mass, refreshments will be available in the parish hall. Father Joseph Pisaneschi, Pastor, welcomes all. Please attend and show your support for the respect of every human life through your prayers. ECUMENICAL CELEBRATION OF GOD S WORD The Diocese of Scranton will again participate in the worldwide Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which is celebrated each year in January. The Diocese of Scranton will host an Ecumenical Celebration of God s Word on Wednesday, January 25th at 12:10 PM in the Cathedral of St. Peter, Scranton. There will be no 12:10 PM Mass that day in the Cathedral. All are welcome to attend. In addition, CTV: Catholic Television will broadcast the service live. The Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, will preside, and Rev. Dr. Robert Zanicky of First Presbyterian Church in Wilkes-Barre will deliver the homily. Clergy and various representatives from various Christian traditions and ecumenical agencies will be present. Liturgical music will be provided by St. Clare/St. Paul School. MARCH FOR LIFE BUS A bus to the March for Life, Washington, D.C., Friday, January 27th, will leave from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Swoyersville. For further information and reservations, please call Chris Calore at Thank you! Sanctuary Candles Burn this week In Memory of William E. Lewis By Daughters, Cheryl and Mary In Memory of Rose Budanovitz By Family W E E K L Y M E D I T A T I O N Today we hear about two people: one destined to reveal the glory of God to the nations; the other to testify that Jesus is the Son of God. Each played a role in salvation history - and so do we, by the way we live and love, following the example of our Savior. 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 Page 4 ALARM SYSTEM Please be aware that when our Church is locked our alarm system is turned on. If you enter the Church without informing the office staff, the police respond when the alarm goes off and our parish is charged $ We appreciate your sensitivity to this circumstance. WINTER BAKE SALE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED After our weekend Masses on January 28th-29th, Mary s Ministry will host a bake sale to help support our work in the parish. If you like to bake sweet treats and would be willing to contribute items to sell, please contact Helen O Brien at as soon as possible for details. Volunteers are also needed to help with selling in the vestibules at the Church and Chapel. PRO-LIFE BABY SHOWER - JANUARY TO FEBRUARY 4-5 Mary s Ministry annual Pro-Life Baby Shower will be held January to February 4-5. Boxes will be located in the back of the Church and Chapel for donations for new and nearly new baby clothing, sleepers, blankets, baby wipes, washcloths and bath items. There is an ongoing need especially for diapers. Items need not be wrapped. Baby seats and furniture meeting safety standards may also be accepted. For questions or concerns, please contact Marie Ferris at (after 4 pm) or Kate Corgan at All donations will be distributed through the local Pro-Life office and will be given to needy babies in our area. Please help with this important project! Thank you. HOLY REDEEMER HIGH SCHOOL NEWS Holy Redeemer High School Grade 8 Placement/Scholarship Test Result Night and Registration Nigh for incoming Freshmen will be held January 25th at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. (Snow date is January 26th) Appointments for class scheduling for new students for the school year will be held on February 2nd, 7th and 8th from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Call Holy Redeemer High School s Guidance Department at to set an appointment. Tuesday Rosary Makers - 11:30 AM Conlan Hall Senior Citizens - 1:30 PM Conlan Hall Holy Name Society - 7:00 PM Conlan Hall Wednesday Community Meeting - 4:00 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Floor) Pastoral Council - 6:30 PM Conlan Hall Cantor Rehearsal - 6 pm - Church Choir Rehearsal - 7 pm - Church Thursday Adult Faith Formation Team 6:30 PM Bergan Parish Center (2nd Floor) Children s Choir - 6:45 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Floor) Contemporary Ensemble-7:30 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Floor) Saturday Prayer Shawl Ministry - 12:30 PM Bergan Parish Center (1st Floor) In Memoriam William Sabecky William Jenkins H. Jeremy Packard Teach us to give and not to count the cost. Ignatius of Loyola George Soltis

5 J A N U A R Y 1 5, Page 5 Monday REMEMBERING January :30 George Stump Rose & Dave Kozicki 12:10 Helene Paulina-ALM Family Tuesday 7:30 Irene Pacovsky Kopicki Family 12:10 Anna Segda Mark D. Lacina Wednesday 7:30 William E. Lewis-ALM Daughters, Cheryl & Mary 12:10 George Terasavage Rose Roback Thursday 7:30 Richard Miller Mr. & Mrs. Michael Uter 12:10 Haladay Family-ALM Joseph & Marilyn Grous Friday 7:30 Florence Sambo Anne Whalen C O M M U N I T Y G R O W I N G T O G E T H E R NIGHT AT THE RACES - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH The Holy Name Society will sponsor its Annual Night at the Races on Saturday, February 25th in Conlan Hall. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Admission is free and seating is first come-first serve basis - no reserved seating. Food and refreshments are ALL included. Horses will be able to be purchased before and during the event. This is an adult only event. Please come out and support our society and the Church and have fun with your neighbors and parishioners. If anyone wishes to sponsor a race ($25.00) or donate prizes, please call Tom Havrilak at All returns must be made by February 12th. Saint Ignatius Holy Name Presents Night at the Races - Saturday, February 25th $10.00 entry fee Name of Horse Name of Sponsor Telephone Name of Seller 12:10 James Hoffman-ALM Family Saturday 7:30 John Rukstalis-ALM Family 4 pm Stanley Tyszko Bob & Sandy Dompkosky 5:30 pm Marie Trosky Rupinski & Naylis Families Sunday 7:00 am For the People of the Parish MARDI GRAS Prince of Peace Parish, Old Forge, will sponsor a Mardi Gras Celebration on Saturday, February 18th at 6:00 PM. The event will be held at the Arcaro and Genell Banquet room, Main St., Old Forge. Tickets are $30.00 per person. Adults only. Seating is limited to reserve your seat early. Payment and menu choice is due with reservation. Reservations close February 6th. For reservations call or Francis at or to: mjrivello@icloud.com. 8:30 am Michael Marcy Cosloskey Family 10:30 am Harriet Baut Janet Yourglivich 12:00 pm Tina Mosca Loretta & Melissa Martin For full parish calendar go to:

6 J A N U A R Y 1 5, Page 6 MINISTRY SCHEDULE January 21 & 22 Saturday 4:00 PM L. Goff & D. Fisher T. Crawford, T. Jagoda, H. O Brien B. Gabriesheski, M. Girton M. Graham, N. Krasniak M. McFarland & J. Shoemaker Saturday 5:30 PM M. & P. Pisaneschi T. Smith, K. Smedley J. Stretanski C. Hoidra & A. Roper Sunday 7:00 AM Lector G. Thackara J. Donlan, T. Thackara, E. Turcan Sunday 8:30 AM J. Girvan & W. Poplawski P. Poplawski, P. Castellani D. Castellani Not filled Continued on page 7 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS His Excellency, the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, and the Office for Parish Life wish to invite couples celebrating their 25th or 50th wedding anniversary in 2017 to a diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday, June 11th. The event includes a 2:30 PM Mass at St. Peter s Cathedral followed by a reception. Requests for an invitation, with a mailing address, should be made by calling the rectory before March 13th. 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!!!!! Attention: Ministers, & Servers If you need any days off for the February schedule, please call the rectory by January 20th. Thank you! Just a reminder! Be sure to check your on-line/mailed copy of liturgy schedule often.

7 Page 7 J A N U A R Y 8, MINISTRY SCHEDULE Continued ATTENTION: GERRITY S & SHUR-SAVE MARKET SHOPPERS If you shop at Gerrity s or other Shur- Save Markets and have not designated your community rewards in support of St. Ignatius Parish, please call our project administer, Patti Kupetz ASAP at and give her your Gold Card number and name on the card and she will be able to register you for our parish. The income we receive helps support some of our outreach service projects. MARRIAGE HELP If your marriage is tearing the two of you apart, if there is little or no meaningful communication, if you are considering separation or divorce, then the Retrouvaille Program can help you. Retrouvaille is helping couples put the pieces back together and to rediscover a more loving relationship. The next local program will be February 24-26, 2017 at The Ramada Inn, Clarks Summit. Registration is required. All calls confidential. Cost is by donation. For more information or to register call or visit Sunday Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 49:3, 5-6; 1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34 Monday Heb 5:1-10; Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday Heb 6:10-20; Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday Heb 7:1-3, 15-17; Mk 3:1-6 Thursday Heb 7:25 8:6; Mk 3:7-12 Friday Heb 8:6-13; Mk 3:13-19 Saturday Heb 9:2-3, 11-14; Mk 3:20-21 A NOTE FROM THE OFFICE! This concerns anyone submitting information for the bulletin via . Kindly call the office at to alert us when you send an announcement, as we are not always logged in to our . Thank you for your cooperation! Sunday 10:30 AM R. Dupre & P. Endler M. Butcher, M. Ferris E. Whipple, D. Mosca C. Griffin & N. Mirigliani Sunday 12 Noon B. Hazlak & P. Boyle A. Calderone Not filled BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements for the bulletin must be submitted NINE DAYS in advance of their intended printing. If announcements are received after the due date, please be aware that they will not be included in that weeks bulletin. Thank you for your cooperation. Check us out! us at SILOffice@aol.com or browse our home page at

8 Page 8 S E R V I C E H E L P I N G O T H E R S MOTHER TERESA S HAVEN VOLUNTEERS WELCOME St. Ignatius Parish will be hosting Mother Teresa s Haven in Conlan Hall for two weeks in late January and early February (January 30 through February 12), and then again for one week in mid September (September 11 through September 17). We are currently looking for different sponsor groups to plan, supply, and cook meals for each of the 21 nights across these two sessions. In addition, we welcome any individuals who can help support the work of Mother Teresa s Haven on any of the scheduled nights from helping with kitchen prep, to serving, to sharing fellowship with our guests, to dishwashing and cleaning up. Sponsor groups (usually 4 to 6 people per group) cover all aspects of their given night, from planning the meal, to shopping for food, to cooking and serving the meal, to cleaning up. Dinner is served at 5:30 each night, and clean up is usually completed by around 8:00. Members from volunteer groups who are cooking the meal that evening should plan to arrive earlier as needed for food preparation. Individuals who want to offer supplemental support (from kitchen prep through clean up) on any given night are always welcome. We welcome and invite any food donations parishioners might be able to offer in support of this ministry. Breads and homemade desserts are especially welcome. We extend a special welcome and invitation to those who have never had the chance to support and participate in Mother Teresa s Haven and would like to become involved this time around. We wish to thank all of our parishioners who have already volunteered and served in support of this ministry! Thank you for all that you do for and on behalf of St. Ignatius Parish! If you would like to help and become involved with this ministry, or if you have any questions about how you might help and become involved, please contact Tom Hamill ( ); Mike Stretanski ( ); or Deacon John O Connor ( ). We look forward to hearing from you and to working with you. God bless. CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT COLLECTION - JANUARY 28TH & 29TH Over 46 million people live in the United States in poverty. This collection supports programs to empower people to identify and address the obstacles they face as they work to lift themselves out of poverty. By supporting this collection you give people a hand up, not a hand out. Learn more about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development at Envelopes for this collection will be available next weekend. Please make checks payable to St. Ignatius Loyola Church as we will forward one check to the Diocese. Thank you!

9 PARISH SCHOOLS Good Shepherd Academy: Principal, Mr. James Jones Phone: Holy Redeemer High School: Principal, Mrs. Anita Sirak Phone: YOUTH MINISTRY Our parish offers a comprehensive Youth Ministry including community building, service, religious education and socialization. Watch the bulletin for ministry information. 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. 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 except during Lent. 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) MINISTRY COUNCILS Pastoral Council Father Chmil, Father Kurovsky, Deacon O Connor, George Andresky, David Baloga, Nancy Bellas, Michelle Butcher, Pat Cole, Robert Dupre, Maura Fennell, Gloria Galante, Tom Hamill, Molly Kachmar, Cynthia Liskov, Maria Scappaticci Finance Council Father Chmil, Bob Gabriesheski, Mary Lewis, Lou Mondy, Art Piccone, Lisa Rinker, Kay Smedley Buildings & Grounds Committee - Pat Clemente, Matt Fiske, Ron Gaylord, Carl Kachmar, John Schwartz, Jared Urbanski Word Coordinating Team Jennifer Bale, Pat Cole, Carmella Faust, Mary Fiske, Bessmarie Frey, Erin Keating, Ruth McEvoy, Arthur Piccone, Danielle Taylor Worship Coordinating Team Father Chmil, George Andresky, Elaine Blessing, Cindy Liskov, Debbie Lyons, Kathleen McCarthy, Nick Mirigliani, Denise Mosca, Stephanie Olmstead, Peggy Yanklunas Community Coordinating Team - Mary Bednarek, Kate Corgan, Nancy Flannery, Betty Habler, Molly Kachmar, Nancy Larralde, Sally McGinley Helen O Brien, Shelby Smith, Mike Stretanski Service Coordinating Team - Deacon O Connor, Tom Hamill, Pat Kupetz, Tom Scappaticci, Bob Tuttle, Mary Beth Vender PARISH STAFF Pastor john.chmil@yahoo.com Senior Priest SILOffice@aol.com Pastoral Outreach Main/Business Office SILOffice@aol.com Receptionist SILOffice@aol.com Cemetery Clerks Rev. John J. Chmil Rev. Andrew Kurovsky 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 Kim Gnall, 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 Ron Gaylord Matt Fiske Rev. Joseph Adonizio Rev. Andrew Sinnott Rev. Anthony Urban Rev. Richard Zavacki