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 Saturdays between 12:00 12:30 pm and 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. December 17, 2017 Third Sunday of Advent 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 DECEMBER 17, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT 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 Abuse Hotline: Bulletin Submission Deadline: Monday at Noon Mass Intentions & Schedule Mon., Dec. 18, :30 am William & Edward McDonald Family Mon., Dec. 18, 2017 Advent Penance Service 7:00 pm Tues., Dec. 19, :30 am Pap Pap Wally Warner Steve & Diane Harrington Wed., Dec. 20, :00 pm Deborah Lessner Joe & Eleanor Doyle Thurs., Dec. 21, :00 am Lois Ressler Gary & Suzanne McGarrity Fri., Dec. 22, :00 am Thomas Tanski Ellen Tanski Sat., Dec. 23, :00 pm Jack Clifford Sharon Johnson & Family Sun., Dec. 24, :00 am For the People of Holy Sepulcher Sun., Dec. 24, :30 am John F. Cortopassi Marie Cortopassi Christmas Eve 4:00 pm For the People of Holy Sepulcher Christmas Eve 6:00 pm For the People of Holy Sepulcher Christmas Eve 8:00 pm For the People of Holy Sepulcher Christmas Eve 12:00 Midnight For the People of Holy Sepulcher Christmas Day 10:00 am For the People of Holy Sepulcher Deceased Third Sunday of Advent Reflection In the history of Israel, the exodus event shaped the story of creation. In the formation of the gospels, the memory of Christ s death and rising shaped the accounts of his birth and infancy. Much more than stories about a precocious child with remarkable relatives, the infancy narratives are the clear conception, God was at work in him. In relating the annunciation to Joseph, Matthew does not intend to consider the psychological reactions of his character. He simply wishes to answer the question, Who is the Messiah? For Matthew, Jesus, who will save his people from their sins, is the ultimate inheritor of Israel, and it is Joseph who introduces him in the royal line of David. Informed from the beginning about the impending birth, Joseph believed at first that he must remove himself from this mystery in which he thought he would have no role to play. Then God intervened. Indeed, the child whom Mary carried comes from the Holy Spirit. but it is up to Joseph to assure Jesus legal status by accepting him as his own son and giving him his name. It is necessary that through Joseph the house of David recognize in this son, God with us (Isaiah 7:14). We readily designate birth a joyous event. What should be said about the waiting for this child in which Joseph play a humble but indispensable role? The question here is not the history of one family among others, but the history of God-with-us, the history of salvation.

3 DECEMBER 17, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT PAGE 3 Advent Penance Service Monday, December 18 Advent is a time for preparation, when we get ready to celebrate the mystery of Our Lord s coming as man, the beginning of our redemption. Advent also moves us to look forward with hope to the Second Coming of Christ when God s plan of salvation will be brought to fulfillment. We are reminded, too, of Our Lord s coming to each of us at the hour of our death. We must make sure that He will find us prepared for His coming as the Gospel tells us Blessed are those who are found awake when the Lord comes. (Luke 12:37). This Service of Penance, which will be celebrated on December 18 at 7:00 pm, is meant to make us ready in mind and heart for the Coming of Christ, which we are soon to celebrate in the Mass of Christmas. We encourage all adults, high school and grade school students to attend this evening with their families. There will be six priests available that evening for the Sacrament of Penance (Reconciliation). Dear People of God, May the peace of Christ reign in your hearts and in your homes, now and throughout this holiday season. As we come together to celebrate the sacred liturgies surrounding this lovely feast, let us remember to thank our Lord for His blessings during the past year, and for the love and care He has extended to each of us. With deep appreciation for your kindness, support and generosity over the past year, know that you and your loved ones will be remembered in our prayers, and at the altar during this Christmas season and throughout the coming year. A Very Merry and Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year! Father Robert J. Cedolia, Pastor Deacon David Miller And the Holy Sepulcher Parish Staff CHURCH MINISTRY SCHEDULE Dec. 23, :00 pm Eucharistic Ministers M. Johnson A. King K. King C. Loncaric K. Lutzic K. Orban S. Pieto M. Schaffer Dcn. Dave Proclaimer P. Klein Altar Servers A. Schriner L. Schriner Dec. 24, :00 am Eucharistic Ministers K. Connelly M. Fox M. Marshall J. Roos M. Sippey N. Sippey D. Thunell J. Thunell Dcn. Dave Proclaimer S. Stickney Altar Servers M. Wolfe K. Wolfe Dec. 24, :30 am Eucharistic Ministers M. Cortopassi M. Danner M. Fox A. Hutchinson J. Markus D. Smith J. Smith L. Stearns Dcn. Dave Proclaimer J. Konig Altar Servers I. Seybert C. Seybert Weekday Altar Server (12/18-12/22) B. Mockenhaupt Volunteer Server needed for the Wednesday Mass. For the complete month s schedule, visit our website: THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER: Life Teen Night Sun., Dec. 17 at 6:30 pm Girl Time Mon., Dec. 18 at 9:00 am RCIA Mon., Dec. 18 at 6:30 pm Advent Penance Service Mon., Dec. 18 at 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal Tues., Dec. 19 at 6:00 pm Discipleship Group (Life Teen) Tues., Dec. 19 at 7:00 pm Rosary Prayer Wed., Dec. 20 at 6:30 pm Decorate the Church for Christmas Thurs., Dec. 21 at 6:00 pm Computer Class Thurs., Dec. 21 at 7:00 pm The Solemnity of Mary will be on January 1, Masses are 8:00 am and 10:30 am. Please note: since the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, falls on a Monday this year, the obligation to participate in Mass for this day is removed. January 1 is still a Holy Day, but NOT of obligation this year. Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Ushers and Altar Servers for Christmas Masses Sign up sheets for the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Masses are available in the Sacristy.

4 PAGE 4 DECEMBER 17, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT AROUND THE PARISH WEEKLY OFFERING Regular Collection: Sunday, December 10, 2017 (309) Envelopes Loose (30) Online Total $9, $2, $1, $13, SAVE THE DATE! The Holy Sepulcher bus is reserved for the March for Life 2018 in Washington DC for Fri., Jan. 19, Mark your calendars and join us next year! Immaculate Conception: Friday, December 8, 2017 (108) Envelopes Loose (4) Online Total $1, $ $90.00 $2, Come and decorate the Church for Christmas on Thursday, Dec. 21 at 6:00 pm. Many hands are needed! Parish Maintenance Fund: $ Parish Share: $1, Parish Share Diocesan Goal Collected: $102, Parish Share Diocesan Goal: $106, Thank you for your contributions towards our parish share goal of $106, We are 4.22% or $4, away from making our goal. Any additional funds received above our goal remain in the parish and are considered tax free by the Diocese of Pittsburgh. COLLECTIONS CHARITIES FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH COLLECTION The second collection on Christmas is traditionally for the charities for children and youth. Don t forget the children and their many needs. Be as generous as you can for them, and remember this collection also benefits us by adding to our own Parish Share Goal for this year. ST. ANTHONY SCHOOL PROGRAMS & DEPAUL SCHOOL FOR HEARING & SPEECH The Pittsburgh diocese is home to two nationally recognized educational programs for children with speech needs: St. Anthony School Programs & DePaul School for Hearing & Speech. Your donation on January 21, 2018 will help these schools further their goals of providing quality educational programs and services to their students. Donations made for this collection will be credited towards our 2017 Parish Share Goal. BUY YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFT CARDS THROUGH THE SCHOOL S SCRIP PROGRAM Thinking of buying gift cards for the holidays? Why not buy them through our Great Lakes Scrip program where a percentage of your purchase(s) will be donated to Holy Sepulcher School! Scrip is fundraising while you shop. Who can buy scrip? Anyone can buy scrip by either dropping an order off at the school or parish office, calling the parish office or ordering online at What is available to buy? Anything from gas, to groceries, to retail stores, to vacations and more! There are over 400 national retail stores to choose from. (See for a complete list of retailers and donated percentages.) When can I buy scrip? The scrip programs runs all year long and is great for gifts or for everyday purchases. Orders placed on Tuesday by 10:00 will be available Thursday at noon for pickup. Note: The last date to place your Christmas order will be on Dec. 19 (by 10:00 am). Orders must be picked up on Thurs., Dec. 21 by 4:00 pm. NO exceptions. There will be NO scrip orders the week of Dec. 25 due to the holidays. We proudly welcome Lucas Matthew Hubbell (son of Matthew & Vanessa Hubbell) and Victoria Irie Palumbi (daughter of Robert & Maura Palumbi) who were recently baptized into the faith. CHRISTMAS FLOWERS If you would like to make a donation for flowers displayed on the Altar at Christmas, please fill out a form located in the Narthex or use the specific Christmas flower donation envelope which is in the December offering envelopes. The flowers can be in memory of or in honor of a loved one or for any other sentiment. Donations can be put in the collection basket, dropped off or mailed to the parish office. Checks are made payable to Holy Sepulcher. The Parish Offices will be closed on Fri., Dec. 22 Tues., Dec. 26. We will reopen on Wed., Dec. 27. CIRCLE OF FRIENDS FREE WILL DONATIONS A very, very special thank you to the members of the Circle of Friends choir and bell ringers who made this concert possible with your time and talents. We hope it was a great way to start the holiday season for all who attended the concert on December 3rd. A free will donation of $1, was collected. $ went to the Pittsburgh Diocese Mission, Chimbote and $ went to Holy Sepulcher s mission, Patzun Guatemala. CATHOLIC MEN S FELLOWSHIP The next Catholic Men s Fellowship (CMF) meeting will be on Thursday, December 28, 7:00 pm, in the John Paul II room. All men are invited. Please contact Michael Eury with questions or for further details at or wolf777@consoidated.net.

5 PAGE 5 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA 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 Each year the students at Holy Sepulcher are given the opportunity to participate in the all school musical. Last week we had a record number of students audition and we are very proud of each and every one of them. Holy Sepulcher Catholic School will be presenting the musical Beauty and the Beast Jr. on May 3rd and 4th on the stage at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic. Congratulations to the 2018 cast! Beast - Andrew Ubinger Belle Kelly Wolfe Gaston Adam Kennihan Lumiere Luke Benkart Cogsworth Joe Schratz Mrs. Potts Maddy Dietrich Babette (Feather Duster) Anabel Stickney Madame De La Grande Bouche (Wardrobe) Katherine Riley Chip Alex Vidic Lefou- Nick Collins Maurice Matthew Shaffer Silly Girls: Julianna Connolly, Gracie Callwood, Mia Caruso, Phoebe Waldenville Enchantress/Old Beggar Woman Edna Arrendondo Narrators: Faith Benson, Alaina Fischer, Isabela Montes, Cassidy Horgan Monsieur D Arque (Asylum Owner) David Schratz Castle Servants and Villagers: Ali Riggs, Hannah Grunden, Eleana Scheller, Chase Mizgorski, Riley Wilbert, Marianna Benkart, David Krainbucher, Lily Dietrich, Anthony Ranalli, Hannah Todd, Seth Rishor, Roman Molina, Allison Cannon, Julia Connell, Alex Peglowski, Peter Stickney, Julia Riley *Those in Kindergarten through fourth grade will have an opportunity to partake in the chorus. * Holy Sepulcher Catholic School will be closed December 22nd - January 3rd. We wish you all a very blessed Christmas! EDUCATION NEWS FAITH FORMATION Sr. Benita DeMatteis, Faith Formation Director hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Mrs. Rachael Hortsman, Administrative Assistant hs2faithformation@zoominternet.net Upcoming DATES Dec. 17 Formation and Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Dec. 17-Children s Liturgy of the Word 10:30 Mass Dec. 18 RCIA Class at 6:30-8:00 We are so blessed on this Gaudete Sunday to rejoice with Mary in the promise of God s coming. Christ is our first and greatest gift, source of our hope and joy! Celebrate in a special way with your children today. Where do you see Jesus already in our midst today? Describe the joy that this knowledge brings to you for your children to see. What does it mean to you to always live in joy? Everything we do and say should be inspired by this Spirit of rejoicing as we await the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Faith Formation Classes: This Sunday is the last class for the children until January 7, We wish each one a joy filled and peace filled Christmas and New Year vacation, and we hope you will celebrate this great feast with the children by attending Mass. I rejoice heartily in the Lord, in my God is the joy of my soul. Blessings: May the God who loves us, bless our day, speak to our hearts, guide us in our undertakings, and enable us to reach out to those in need with compassion and with love.

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 A very Merry and Blessed Christmas from the EDGE Core Team to all of you and your families! We ll see you all Saturday January 6th from 5-7pm for our Spring Semester Kick-Off!! 7th-12th Graders: Silver Ring Thing: SRT is a national tour that speaks to teens where they are on love, relationships, sexuality and God. This is no boring talk! It is a HIGH ENERGY performance with music, videos, skits, special effects, and comedy with an expected crowd of 500+ youth. We are taking a bus to Seton La-Salle High School on Friday, January 12, The bus leaves from St. Kilian at 5:30 pm and returns around 10:00 pm. $15 covers ticket and bus cost. Visit saintkilian.org/ring to register OR holysepym@gmail.com for more info. Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Young Adult Ministry Upcoming Events Sun. 12/17 6:00-8:30 pm Christmas Caroling* Thurs. 12/21 6:00-8:00 pm Decorating the Church Wed. 12/27 6:30-9:30 pm Rosary / Mass / Christmas Movie Thurs. 1/11 7:00-9:00 pm Hangout Fri. 1/12 5:30-10:00 pm Silver Ring Thing * *Permission Slip Required

7 PAGE 7 AROUND THE COMMUNITY HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA START THE YEAR WITH A RENEWAL OF THE HEART Are you looking for a powerful prayer experience to jumpstart and deepen your faith and the faith lives of those you serve that is both free and easy to get to? Franciscan University and the Steubenville Conferences want to invite all youth, young adults, and their leaders to a special Festival of Praise being held on the campus of Franciscan University on Saturday, January 27, The evening will feature an inspirational talk by Fr. Joe Freedy from the Diocese of Pittsburgh, worship lead by John Paul Von Arx, and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament lead by Fr. Nathan Malavolti. The Festival of Praise is held in Finnegan Field House and starts at 7 pm and ends at 9 pm but we are inviting everyone from the Pittsburgh area to stay and enjoy refreshments and fellowship compliments of the Christian Outreach Office after we are done praying. There is absolutely no charge for this event but we do ask that if you plan on coming, please call our office and let us know how many people you intend to bring so that we can make sure we have enough food. Our office number is This is one of the best free events you will find in driving distance of Pittsburgh this winter and is an excellent way to kick off the semester. Great prayer, great fellowship, great music. Do not miss this amazing evening. Get your semester moving with the Holy Spirit. SENT All people in their 20s and 30s are invited to SENT, a gathering for young adults that will feature live music, free food and drinks, awesome prayer, a dynamic talk, and a time to network with other young adults on Friday January 26 from 6:30-8:30 PM in the Cardinals Great Hall at Saint Paul Seminary. Bob Rice, a professor at Franciscan University of Steubenville, will be speaking on Radical Living: Loving Jesus and Sharing the Gospel. For more information and to courtesy register please visit diopitt.org/yam. Are you feeling helpless because you think your MARRIAGE is heading downhill? Don t despair. Retrouvaille (French for Rediscover and pronounced Re-tro-vi) has proved an effective program that is helping hurting marriages rebuild their trust and renew their communication. For confidential information about or to register for the program beginning with a weekend on January 19, 2018, please contact Retrouvaille at More information is available at COMMUNITY CONCERT FOR PRAYER All Christians are invited to join together on Friday, December 15, 2017, 7 PM to lift our voices in Praise, Worship and Prayer. This month s Concert of Prayer is at the Slippery Rock Christian Missionary Alliance Church, 530 Kiester Rd., Slippery Rock, PA. All Churches are invited to participate by hosting Community Concert of Prayer meetings in the coming months. If you would like to have the Community Concert of Prayer at your church, please contact connie@kayberry.com. This can be scheduled for any day of the week. Authentic Happiness: A High School Silent Retreat Have you ever allowed God to speak to you through silence? Find out through Authentic Happiness: A High School Silent Retreat. Father Mike Ackerman will lead this retreat for high school men, February 3-4 at Martina Spiritual Renewal Center. It will include Mass, adoration, dynamic talks, and solid brotherhood. No cost. To register, visit PGHPriest.com by January 22.

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