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, W 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 T H E S U N D A Y L I G H T 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. 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 FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN Do you have a child with a learning disability especially - ADD, DHD, austism, Asperger s syndrome - or know a family of a child experiencing these disabilities? We have a religious education program for these children. If you would like more information or are interested in this program, please call Carmella Faust at or religiouseducation1@yahoo.com CHILDREN S BULLETINS The Children s Bulletin is a weekly child friendly (ages 3-12) worksheet on the Gospel of the day. Please use them to help your child(ren) understand the reading. The bulletins can be found in the back of the Church (on the food bank container.) 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 $14, This Week s Expenses $14, Priests Collection $2, ADULT FAITH FORMATION Our Parish will once again offer discussions and videos on the 1 st and 2 nd Wednesdays of each month. As in the past, there is no need to sign up or commit yourself to a particular presentation, come to those that interest you. All sessions will be held in Bergen Hall 1 st Floor, except when noted, and begin at 7:00 p.m. On September 7 th, we invite you to a tour of our church. On October 5 th, Sister Noel will discuss the Infancy Narratives. There will be no presentation for November since it conflicts with the Mass of Remembrance. In December, the season of giving, our topic is service in the community. More details on these sessions and our videos will follow. W E E K L Y M E D I T A T I O N Today s readings offer a challenging message. In the mainstream of society, we are bombarded daily with fleeting advertisements, political jargon, editorials, and the like. These can cause great divisions among us. When making decisions, let us weigh carefully our choices and outcomes. Will we go with the flow, turn a deaf ear, assume the easy way out...or, will we fix our eyes on Jesus and be set ablaze with the desire for His unchanging Word, His Path for Truth? Don t forget! Food Collection each and every weekend at the vestibules of Church and Chapel.

3 Page 3 A U G U S T 1 4, 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 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - An unsettling truth Reading I Jeremiah 38:4-6, 8-10 (Jeremiah in the miry cistern) Reading II Hebrews 12:1-4 (God s treatment on his sons and daughters) Gospel Luke 12:49-53 (Jesus mission of division) Key Passage Jesus said, Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division! (Luke 12:51) Adult When has your taking a strong stand on a moral issue created division in your family or at work, rather than healing in the short term? Youth When has your behavior toward your parents or other adults caused division? How can you remedy this? The Altar Breads and Wine for this week are offered In Memory of Michael Herbacsek as requested by Family FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION On Monday, August 15th, we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption. Although this year, the Feast is not a holy day of obligation, it is still a holy day. Our Masses will be celebrated on Monday, August 15th at 7:30 AM and 12:10 PM in St. Ignatius Loyola Church. ROSARY RALLY The Knights of Columbus will sponsor their 40th Annual Rosary Rally on Sunday, September 25th here at St. Ignatius Church. The procession will begin at 2:00 PM. Most Reverend James C. Timlin will be the principal celebrant. Devotions and Mass to follow at 3:00 PM. Sanctuary Candles Burn this week In Memory of Anthony Maloney By Family In Memory of Mom, Helen & Dad, Joseph BUS PILGRIMAGE ON FEAST OF ST. MARIA FAUSTINA - OCTOBER 5TH Celebrate the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy on St. Faustina s Feast Day walking through the Holy Doors and receive a plenary indulgence. Reverend Thomas J. Petro, JCL, Pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Dupont will accompany us and be a concelebrant at Mass. The bus will pilgrimage will leave for the Divine Mercy Shrine at 7:00 AM from St. Maria Goretti Parish parking lot, Laflin Road, Laflin. Estimated arrival at the shrine is 11:00 AM. All events will be at the Mother of Mercy Outdoor Shrine. The cost is $65.00 per person which will include complimentary breakfast items and water, bus trip, entrance shrine fee, a full course meal at Bogies Restaurant in Great Barrington, MA and the bus driver s tip. Coordinator of the trip is Eucharistic Apostle of Divine Mercy Cenacle Leader, Cathy Mack. Please call Cathy for reservations at By Daughter, Joann 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 C O M M U N I T Y G R O W I N G T O G E T H E R Page 4 THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE Our parish will hold a Summer Social on Sunday, August 21st. The event will be held under the pavilion at Keeley s on Division St., Kingston from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. Cost-$20.00 per adult and $13.00 per child. Menu includes: Hamburgers and Hotdogs, Pulled Pork, Italian Chicken, Pasta Salad, French Fries, Corn on the Cob, Soda, Coffee and Tea. Adult beverages will be available for purchase. Entertainment by DJ Mike Torres! There will be baskets, games and prizes. Tickets are available at the Rectory. The final day to purchase a ticket is Monday, August 15th. THANK YOU We would like to everyone who attended our first event for families. The movie and snacks were terrific. Thank you to all who participated and/or made a donation. Special thanks to Shelby Smith who coordinated all the details. It truly was a family affair and a wonderful example for all. Stay tuned for our next event. If you were unable to attend want to help with our next project, please contact the rectory. Monday Scouts - 7:00 PM Bergan Parish Center 1st Floor Tuesday Rosary Makers - 11:30 AM Conlan Hall Senior Citizens - 1:30 PM Conlan Hall Wednesday Cantor Rehearsal - 6:00 PM Church Pastoral Council Meeting 6:30 PM Bergan Parish Center 1st Floor GRANDMA S ATTIC 2016 THANK YOU A huge thank you to all who supported our event. We are grateful for the donations of items and baked goods and for everyone who came to shop for them, get some goodies or grab a quick lunch. We could not have succeeded without you! Thank you to our priests and the rest of the staff for your help and support. A special thank you to the wonderful group of women who worked tirelessly all week and to the men and women who helped clean and pack up on Saturday. Thank you Bakery Delight and Pepsi for your generosity. In the end, we earned $3, to donate to our Church. We are most grateful. The Women of Grandma s Attic For full parish calendar go to: wwwstignatiuspa.com/calendar HOLY NAME SCHOLARSHIPS Congratulations to Andrew Barney and Andrea Dogal, the Holy Name Scholarship recipients this year! Best of luck in your future endeavors. In Memoriam Dolores June GERRITYS REWARDS Thanks for the support. This week, we received $ from Gerrity s Shur-Save Community Rewards. Frank Handley Teach us to give and not to count the cost. Ignatius of Loyola

5 A U G U S T 1 4, Page 5 Monday 7:30 Lucy Beneski Kopicki Family 12:10 Margaret Geist Joni Mack Tuesday REMEMBERING August :30 James McGuire-ALM Jared & Ann Marie 12:10 Charlie McGee-ALM Family Wednesday 7:30 Mal Limongelli, Sr. Jean Nardone 12:10 Paul Chmil, Sr.-ALM Regina Chmil & Family Thursday 7:30 Lorretta T. Fisher-ALM Fisher Family 12:10 Joseph Yerashunas Ernestine Williams Friday 7:30 Irene Hannagan Mary & Henry Pascucci 12:10 Dorothy Tregan-ALM Joann Saturday 7:30 Daniel Thomas-ALM Family 4 pm Agatha Taft Lynn & Danny Klein 5:30 pm Anna Servello Gareis Family Sunday 7:00 am John Edford Gardzalla Family 8:30 am Rose Marie Walsh Sandra Stoodley & Family 10:30 am John Soha Mrs. Carol Kelly 12:00 pm For the People of the Parish S E R V I C E H E L P I N G O T H E R S PRO LIFE BABY BOTTLE PROJECT Once again our parish will participate in the PA for Human Life baby bottle project to help our local crisis pregnancy center meet the needs of moms and babies at the poverty level. Mary s Ministry will distribute bottles at weekend Masses on August 20th-21st. All returns must be made by September 4th. Details will be provided in our upcoming bulletins. Please consider supporting this effort to raise funds to reach out to those who might otherwise choose abortion. MOTHER TERESA S HAVEN VOLUNTEERS WELCOME St. Ignatius Parish will host Mother Teresa s Haven in Conlan Hall from Monday, August 29th through Sunday, September 4th. While several of these nights are already covered with sponsors, we are looking for sponsors to plan, supply, and cook meals for two nights specific nights: Monday, August 29 th and Sunday, September 4 th. In addition, we welcome any individuals who can help support the work of Mother Teresa s Haven on any of the scheduled nights from help with kitchen prep, to serving, to sharing fellowship with our guests, to clean up and dishwashing. 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. Special Note! Please send us your address and help us cut down on paper and postage.

6 A U G U S T 1 4, Page 6 MINISTRY SCHEDULE August 20 & 21 B U L L E T I N B O A R D Saturday 4:00 PM P. Ochman & L. Goff T. Crawford, M. Graham N. Krasniak I. Calo & S. Carlisle Saturday 5:30 PM M. McGinley & J. Girvan K. Smedley, M. B. Zelinsky L. & M. Flannery Sunday 7:00 AM Lector S. Barnes J. Donlan & P. Podesta Sunday 8:30 AM W. Poplawski & R. Garman K. Corgan, A. Maurer P. Poplawski M. Tietje Continued on page 7 KNOW A MARRIAGE THAT NEEDS HELP? Retrouvaille is an international program that helps couples who are experiencing marital difficulties. This program is for all couples, at any stage of marriage that needs help to communicate with each other in a more attentive and loving manner. The next program begins August 26th-28th, at The Ramada Inn, Clarks Summit. Please call for more information or to register or visit the website at HOLUBKI DINNER The Rosary Society of St. Mary s Byzantine Catholic Church, 321 Chestnut Ave., will hold a Holubki (Piggies) Dinner on Saturday, September 17th in the parish hall. Serving will be from 5:00-7:00 PM with take-outs from 4:00-5:00 PM. Cost-$10.00-Adults, Children 12 years of age and under $5.00. DESIGNER BINGO St. Leo s/holy Rosary Church, Ashley, is holding a Designer Bingo on Sunday, September 18th in the church hall, 33 Manhattan Street, Ashley. Cost is $20.00 per ticket and includes all games plus specials. Advanced purchase necessary. Doors open at 1:00 PM and games start at 2:00 PM. Contact Tammy Glasson at or Bonnie Lazat at for more information. CALLING ALL VENDORS The Social Concerns Committee of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Swoyersville, is now accepting reservations for our annual Holiday Craft Fair to be held on Saturday, November 5th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the school gym and cafeteria. For more information, call Mary Ann Martinsky at or seasocialconcerns@yahoo.com. BRIDGET CARNEY SCHOLARSHIP Misericordia University is seeking eligible candidates for the Bridget Carney Scholarship. The Bridget Carney Endowed Scholarship is reserved for a full time student at Misericordia University who is a registered parishioner of St. Ignatius Loyola Parish. Interested students are encouraged to contact Sylvia Maas, Assistant Director of Enrollment Management at or smaas@misericordia.edu. The Social Concerns Corner Check Here Every Week for the Latest Food Bank Information The Food Bank is in Need of the Following Items: Rice, Spaghetti-o s and Macaroni & Cheese (PLEASE PLACE ITEMS IN THE MARKED BASKETS ) Monetary donations are also accepted, please make checks payable to the Al Beech West Side Food Bank. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! Just a reminder! Be sure to check your on-line/mailed copy of liturgy schedule often.

7 Page 7 T H E S U N D A Y L I G H T B U L L E T I N B O A R D MINISTRY SCHEDULE Continued CEMETERY REGULATIONS ST. IGNATIUS, ST. HEDWIG, ST. MARY S Glass and Plastic containers will not be allowed All other decorations will be allowed for two weeks at Easter, Mother s Day, Memorial Day, Father s Day and Christmas. At the end of the two-week period, all decorations not yet reclaimed will be removed from the Cemetery. Boxes of all types and urns must be among the articles removed. Planting of shrubs and trees within the Cemetery must be approved by the Superintendent. Shrubs, trees and decorations of any type which become unsightly or uncontrollable, shall be removed by the Cemetery at any time. The use of Vigil Lights will be permitted on the eve of All Souls Day, and for ten days thereafter. All stone, metal, and any other borders around monuments and/or memorials are prohibited. No planting around flat stones; no planting in back of tombstones; no planting beyond 6 inches in front of tombstones. No raising of flat stones or army markers above ground level. All cemetery garbage and leavings should be placed in the dumpster at the entrance upon leaving. Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday Jer 38:4-6, 8-10; Heb 12:1-4; Lk 12:49-53 Monday Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16, 16:1-2; 1 Cor 15:54b-57; Lk 11:27-28 Day: Rv 11:19a, 12:1-6a, 10ab; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56 Tuesday Ez 28:1-10; Mt 19:23-30 Wednesday Ez 34:1-11; Mt 20:1-16 Thursday Ez 36:23-28; Mt 22:1-14 Friday Ez 37:1-14; Mt 22:34-40 Saturday Ez 43:1-7a; Mt 23:1-12 without Sunday we cannot live Sunday 10:30 AM P. Endler & B. Hazlak P. Kupetz, A. Calderone E. Whipple A. Harbaugh & M. Vodzak Sunday 12 Noon B. Habler & A. Piccone C. & T. Gazowski 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 T H E S U N D A Y L I G H T Do not think that God is further from you when you are in the midst of the busyness which your vocation entails than he would be if you were enjoying a tranquil life. Frances de Sales

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 Roche, 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, Tom Kopec, Mary Lewis, Lou Mondy, Art Piccone, Lisa Rinker, Kay Smedley Buildings & Grounds Committee - Pat Clemente, Matt Fiske, Ron Gaylord, Carl Kachmar, Tom Kopec, John Schwartz, Jared Urbanski Word Coordinating Team Danielle Cino, Pat Cole, Carmella Faust, Mary Fiske, Bessmarie Frey, Jennifer Frusciante, Erin Keating, Ruth McEvoy, Arthur Piccone 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 - Father Roche, Mary Bednarek, Kate Corgan, Nancy Flannery, Betty Habler, Molly Kachmar, Nancy Larralde, Sally McGinley, Roberta McHale, Helen O Brien, Mike Stretanski Service Coordinating Team - Deacon O Connor, Tom Hamill, Pat Kupetz, Tom Scappaticci, Bob Tuttle, Mary Beth Vender PARISH STAFF Pastoral Outreach Deacon John E. O Connor Religious Formation Mrs. Carmella Faust Religiouseducation1@yahoo.com Mrs. Patty Kopec Youth Ministry stignatiusyg@gmail.com Worship Receptionist Main/Business Office SILOffice@aol.com Maintenance Sacristan Cemetery Clerks Visiting Clergy Pastor john.chmil@yahoo.com Assistant Pastor alexjroche@gmail.com Jennifer Bale Mrs. Carmella Faust, Director of Liturgy Kim Gnall, Loyola Singers Mrs. Elaine Blessing, Contemporary Ensemble & Children s Choir Director Mrs. Pat Fennell, Accompanist Mrs. Caprice Ryman, Accompanist Mr. George Andresky, Accompanist Mrs. Jen Carey Ms. Mary Lewis Ron Gaylord Matt Fiske Ms. Mary Lewis, St. Ignatius Mrs. Jen Carey, St. Mary & St. Hedwig Rev. Joseph Adonizio Rev. Anthony Urban Rev. Richard Zavacki Rev. John J. Chmil Rev. Alex J. Roche, S.T.L.