Congratulations and may God Bless our parishioners who are celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary!

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1 BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHEDRAL Mother Church and Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg Coat of Arms of The Most Reverend Edward C. Malesic, J.C.L. Bishop of Greensburg The Twenty -Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 15, 2017 GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS Parishes from around the Diocese will join friends and family to celebrate the Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral on Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 3:00 PM. Congratulations and may God Bless our parishioners who are celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary! Frank and Marilyn Crimboli Donald and Patricia DeNezza Andrew and Madeline DiMatteo Joseph and Donna DeSalvo Steven and Sara Frew Clement and Donna Guarlotti Raymond and June Hoehler Ronald and Paula Korber William and Suzanne Kruth Donald and Patricia Pertzog Nicholas and Dianne Rebick James and Dolores Schell Gary and Judith Williams On Your Golden Anniversary You have come a long way together, you have walked in sunshine and in shadows, you have faced life s storms and shared the rainbows, you have climbed your mountains, dreamed your dreams, faced your fears, cried your tears, sung your songs and reached for the stars. You have done it all with faith and love together. As you journey on to find tomorrow, go with love and always go with God. Happy 50 th Wedding Anniversary!

2 This weekend, we observe in our parishes the consecration of the Diocese of Greensburg to Our Lady of Fatima. The Pennsylvania bishops consecrated the state to Our Lady of Fatima on September 27 at a Mass in Harrisburg, and Bishop Malesic consecrated the diocese to Our Lady of Fatima on October 7 at the diocesan Rosary Rally. The consecrations are on the occasion of the 100 th anniversary of the final apparition of Mary to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, on Oct. 13, Consecration of the Diocese of Greensburg to Our Lady of Fatima Mary, conceived without sin, Christ gave you to us as our Mother. We are grateful for your maternal care. As Our Lady of the Assumption, the Patroness of our Diocese, we rejoice that you are the Queen of Heaven and Earth. You lead us to Jesus and intercede for us with love. We seek refuge in your mantle of protection. Help us in our struggle against evil and inspire us to seek only what is good. In memory of your appearances at Fatima, we consecrate the Diocese of Greensburg to you. We ask for peace in our homes and throughout the world. Mary, Queen of Peace, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. Imprimatur The Most Reverend Edward C. Malesic, JCL Bishop of Greensburg October 7, 2017 Keeping in our prayers and trusting that God will bring to their families comfort in the days ahead, we commend to your prayers the souls of Sandra Cassidy and Vincent Martino Know that the Lord has welcomed our loved ones into the home of Heaven. Our parish community extends its deepest sympathies to their families and relatives on their loss. Saturday, October 14, Weekday 8:00 AM Mrs. Priscilla Brandt (Krasowski) 11:00 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation 5:30 PM Charlene Kapusta (Dr. Martin Kapusta - Husband) Sunday, October 15, 2017 The Twenty - Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:00 AM James Martz (Carol Pocratsky) 9:00 AM Jay McFeeley (McFeeley Family) 11:30 AM Susan and Joseph Butina (Loving Daughters) 3:00 PM Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass Bishop Edward C. Malesic, presiding 7:00 PM For the Living and Deceased Members of the Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Monday, October 16, Weekday 12:10 PM Mary, Sylvester and Stanley Matuszewski (Agnes Lapa) Tuesday, October 17, Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr 12:10 PM Josephine and Anthony DeVitis (Toni Henderson - Daughter) Wednesday, October 18, Saint Luke, Evangelist 12:10 PM Mary A. Lusnak (Dorothy and Jeff Kochanski) 1:30 PM Aquinas Academy St. Luke Mass Thursday, October 19, Weekday 12:10 PM The Deceased Members of the Thomas and Mary Mikan Family (Catherine Mikan - Bisignani) Friday, October 20, Weekday 12:10 PM Joe Emrick (Lyn Emrick) Saturday, October 21, Weekday 8:00 AM Mr. & Mrs. E.L. Vesco (Vesco Family) 11:00 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation 5:30 PM Robert and Elizabeth Turney (Joe and Pauline Moyar) Sunday, October 22, 2017 The Twenty - Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:00 AM Phyllis Steeley (Ann Grace - Daughter) 9:00 AM For the Living and Deceased Members of the Blessed Sacrament Cathedral 11:30 AM John Bidese (Josephine - Sister) Congratulations to Thomas Robert and Marissa Mell (Capuzzi) Schimizzi who were married here at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral on October 6, May the Lord bless our newly married couples as they begin their new lives together and deepen their love for one another. In acknowledging the Real Presence of Christ, the Tabernacle Candle will burn from October 14 through October 20 in loving memory of Mario and Violet Luther from Mario and Nannette Luther

3 Parish Support, October 8, 2017 In order to meet our budgetary needs, Blessed Sacrament Cathedral requires an average of $18,000 per week in the regular offertory collection. Sunday Offertory $17, Votive Candles $ Families receiving envelopes 1,635 Envelopes used this week 322 Parishioners using Online Giving 72 Our next Second Collection will be on October 22 for Mission Sunday. Thank you for your generosity and support of Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Parish! Check out the Online Giving website at Accept the invitation Have you ever shown up at a party or other social function only to realize you re woefully underdressed? It s unnerving to realize everyone else is in formal wear when you came ready for a picnic. In today s gospel Jesus taps into the powerful symbol of clothing as revealer of our interior disposition when he tells about the wedding guests who uninvite themselves by showing up in the wrong clothes - that is, unprepared to join the celebration. It s not that Jesus is a stickler for fashion do s and don ts, but he cares enormously about the state of our hearts. And so should we. TODAY'S READINGS: Isaiah 25:6-10a; Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20; Matthew 22:1-14 (142). Many are called, but few are chosen. Join us for our 4-part series brought to us by the Sisters of Charity. Come to each one, or just to the topic that interests you. Each talk will be from 7 PM to 9 PM in the parish social hall. Refreshments and discussions will be included in the evening. There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP to the Parish Office at so we can plan properly. October 23 On Eagle s Wings with Sr. Marian Madden October 30 Prayer in Perplexing Times with Sr. Colette Hanlon November 6 Listening to the Longing with Sr. Colette Hanlon November 13 The Suffering Servant with Sr. Miriam Madden Next weekend, students from Aquinas Academy will be selling lottery calendars at Mass. These calendars feature $14,000 in prize money, coupons for local businesses, and artwork of some local parishes and seasonal landmarks. The calendars cost $25 and all proceeds benefit Aquinas Academy. The Society of Saint Vincent DePaul, Blessed Sacrament Conference, will be collecting donations of winter coats and accessories in the vestibule of the Cathedral prior to the Saturday, October 21, evening Mass a prior to the Sunday, October 22, 7 AM, 9 AM and 11:30 AM Masses. This collection will support the Society of Saint Vincent DePaul, Sainte Louise de Marillac Conference of Pineville, West Virginia. Washable coats in all children and adult sizes including all size X s are appreciated. Hats, gloves and scarfs are also appreciated. No dry cleanable please. All donations will be transported for distribution by the first week of November.

4 Sunday, October 15, :00 AM Faith Formation 3:00 PM Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass and Reception [Church, Social Hall] Tuesday, October 17, :00 PM St. Vincent depaul Meeting [FC-EAS] Wednesday, October 18, :00 AM Bible Study [Social Hall] 1:30 PM Aquinas Academy Mass [Church] 7:00 PM Bible Study [Social Hall] 7:00 PM Cathedral Choir Rehearsal [Church] Thursday, October 19, :00 PM Women s Faith Sharing [FC-EAS] Friday, October 20, :00 PM Youth Adult Gathering / Game Night [Social Hall] Saturday. October 21, :45 AM Men s Faith Sharing [Social Hall] 11:00 AM Reconciliation [Church] If you have any suspicion about the sexual abuse (or any other type of abuse) of a minor child by anyone please contact PA Childline immediately at If the alleged abuser is functioning in a parish, school or diocesan position as clergy, religious, paid staff or volunteer you are also requested to contact the Bishop s Delegate for Matters of Sexual Misconduct after you have called the Childline number and made the report. The Bishop s Delegate may be reached at , Ext Our Lady of Grace Church will host a Holy Hour Prayers for Healing, on Thursdays through Nov. 16 th from 6 PM to 7 PM. Exposition at 6 PM, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena at 6:30 PM, followed by Benediction. All are welcome. Jeremiah Days is a new opportunity for middle school aged boys and their parents or guardian to gather to learn, discuss and pray about a vocation to the priesthood. The group will meet on October 21 from 9:30 AM 11:00 AM at St. Barbara Church in Harrison City. Register by to Fr. Bandura at tbandura@dioceseofgreensburg.org. Polka dance party at St. Edward Church in Herminie, PA. The date is Saturday night, October 28, The buffet dinner includes salad, stuffed cabbage, Slovenian kielbasa, halushki and mixed vegetables. Pop and beer are included. BYOB. Music by the Mikey Dee Polka Band and catering by Rodney's Restaurant. Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School will hold its Fall Fest Open House Sunday, Oct. 29, from 1-3 p.m. at the school. The program will have information on all aspects of GCC life academic, spiritual and extracurricular activities. It is for prospective students who will enter grades 7-12 in and their parents and guardians. For information or to schedule a campus visit, go to or call Saint James Church - Fall Breakfast/Bake Sale - Saint James Church, New Alexandria, will host a Fall Breakfast/Bake Sale on Sunday, October 29, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN. Menu includes: Ham, Sausage, Pancakes, Eggs, Potatoes, Juice, Coffee and Tea. Price is $7.00 Adults/$4.00 Child (Ages 6 to 12)/Children (Under 6 - Free). There will also be a raffle along with many delicious baked goods for purchase. Breakfast/Bake Sale sponsored by Saint James Holy Name and Rosary Altar Societies. The rosary is prayed Monday - Friday beginning at 11:30 AM A Pastor's Wife's Journey Home ($4 Conversion CD) The daughter of a Protestant minister and wife of Dr. Scott Hahn, Kimberly Hahn candidly shares her difficult journey into the Catholic Faith. She explains how close examination of the Church's teachings on family life and artificial contraception led her to embrace the fullness of the Faith, and why she came to believe that the Roman Catholic Church is the Church founded by Christ. Overcoming the New Age Movement ($4 Apologetics CD) Listen as a former new ager and Catholic convert Matthew Arnold shares his incredible journey from darkness into the light. Learn how this magic consultant and performer in the entertainment industry came to the truth that set him free from the powers of the occult as he talks about new age practices and their incompatibility with the timeless teachings of Christ and His Church. Making Sense Out of Suffering ($4 CD) We all experience suffering at some time in our lives. Our tribulations range from small disappointments to serious tragedies. Listen as scripture scholar and lay theologian, Dr. Scott Hahn, makes sense out of suffering by drawing from the wisdom and insight of God's Word. He helps us find the meaning of our suffering by showing us how to unite it to the suffering of Christ on the Cross.

5 Mark Bartels Andy Benedict Kelly Carr Linda Cooper David Fidazzo Kirsten Lieberum Judy McChesney John Mickinack Paul Niemiec Betty Rua Mike Rzempoluch John Kline Judy Komarinski Ed Nemanic Nancy Rottler Nazzi Zola JoAnne Hudock Betty Rua Remember that the Christian life is one of action, not of speech and daydreams. Let there be few words and many deeds, and let them be done well. ~ St. Vincent Palloti By appointment only. Please call Kathi Probo in the Parish Office or at least three months in advance of the Baptism. A class for parents is required to reflect on the meaning of the sacrament, to review the ceremony, and highlight the importance of the family s commitment to practicing the Catholic Faith. Forms for our parish members to serve as sponsors for Baptism and Confirmation must be filled out in person at the Parish Office. To serve as a sponsor, you must be at least 16 years old and a practicing Catholic who has received Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist. If you are married, it must be within the guidelines of the Catholic Church. Call the Parish Office for an appointment. Please call Kathi Probo in the Parish Office or at least six months in advance. Do not set a date until you have contacted the Office of Faith Formation. Pre-marriage prep. classes are required. Contact the Office of Faith Formation for more information on classes. Welcome! It is a great joy to welcome new members to our parish community. Please register as soon as possible in order to participate in our various programs, ministries and activities. Just drop this form in the collection basket and we will send you a detailed registration form. If you are already a member and have changed any of your personal information please call the Parish Office or return the changes on the form. Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Membership Request / Change Name: Address: Contact Number: Address New Registration Moving Change Address/Phone Please drop this form in the collection basket. The Reverend Msgr. Raymond E. Riffle Rector ext. 12 rriffle@dioceseofgreensburg.org The Reverend Matthew J. Morelli Parochial Vicar ext. 25 mjmorelli@dioceseofgreensburg.org The Reverend Mr. William J. Hisker Permanent Deacon ext. 27 bhisker@dioceseofgreensburg.org Katie Zuzik Pastoral Associate ext. 11 kzuzik@dioceseofgreensburg.org Kathi Probo Director of Faith Formation ext. 35 kprobo@dioceseofgreensburg.org Christopher Pardini Director of Liturgy and Music ext. 21 cpardini@dioceseofgreensburg.org Cindy Cope Coordinator of Cemetery Services ext. 16 ccope@dioceseofgreensburg.org Julie Stauffer Receptionist ext. 10 jstauffer@dioceseofgreensburg.org Linda DeFrancesco Financial Secretary ext.23 ldefrancesco@dioceseofgreensburg.org David Koynok Maintenance ext. 24 dkoynok@dioceseofgreensburg.org Jan Brubaker Custodian Contact Parish Office; jbrubaker@dioceseofgreensburg.org Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays at 11 AM or by appointment. Daily Mass Schedule Mon. - Fri.: 12:10 PM and Saturday: 8 AM Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 5:30 PM Sunday: 7 AM, 9 AM, 11:30 AM, and 7 PM Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Parish Office Hours Mon.-Fri.: 9 AM - 4:30 PM Phone (724) Fax (724) Greensburg Catholic Cemetery Office Hours Mon.-Fri.: 8 AM - 4PM Phone (724) Aquinas Academy Phone (724) Websites