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 September 11, 2016 Twenty Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Bishop of Pittsburgh Most Rev. David A. Zubik Pastor Father Robert J. Cedolia MASS TIMES Saturday... 6:00 pm (now - Oct. 29, 2016) 4:00 pm (starting Nov. 5, 2016 ) 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. 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 SEPTEMBER 11, 2016 TWENTY FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 2 DIRECTORY Father Robert J. Cedolia rjc78@zoominternet.net Deacon: Mr. David S. Miller davidscottmiller@zoominternet.net Deacon: Mr. Jim Mickens jmickens@diopitt.org School Principal: Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ ; principal@holysepulcher.org Director of Faith Formation: Mrs. Amy LaMartina ; hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney 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., Sept. 12, :30 am Marianne Geier Helene Johnston Tues., Sept. 13, :30 am Mike Benedict Linda McLury Wed., Sept. 14, :00 pm Stephanie Letzkus Janet Agoston & Family Thurs., Sept. 15, :30 am Ralph Marino Wife, Rita Fri., Sept. 16, :00 am Helen Zimmerman Timothy & Karen Nupp Family Sat., Sept. 17, :00 pm Michael R. Michalisin Marge Wise Sun., Sept. 18, :00 am For the People of Holy Sepulcher Sun., Sept. 18, :30 am Linda Doughty Chuck Doughty Deceased Sunday Reflection Three times in this Sunday s gospel we witness the same outburst of joy in the part of someone who has found what was lost: the shepherd - his sheep, the woman - her silver piece, the father - the son. This joy stands in sharp contrast to the dour recriminations of the scribes and Pharisees who see Jesus welcoming sinners and eating with them. At the time Luke s gospel was written, some were indignant at the rejoicing which accompanied the entry of the Gentiles into the household of the Church. Some, like the older brother, balked at crossing the threshold of a house open to sinners. The book of Acts, also written by Luke, confirms this. The fifteenth chapter of Luke reminds us that ostracism and intolerance, even when motivated by unquestionable fervor, are contrary to the gospel. THOUGHT QUESTIONS FOR SUNDAY'S READINGS Luke 15:1-32 Who among your family and friends would you consider "lost" in their relationship with God? Exodus 32:7-11, When do you offer prayers of intercession? 1 Timothy 1:12-17 What does Paul's life story tell us about God? Sign up for Online Giving at (Mobile app also available.) LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK The challenge we face today is to love as God loves. Often, our way of loving differs greatly from God's way. Our way of loving can be burdened with demands and expectations. When we love, we sometimes seek love in return. Sometimes we allow our weaknesses and needs to color how we love or taint love with conditions. Our goal is to love unconditionally with boundless mercy.

3 SEPTEMBER 11, 2016 TWENTY FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 3 40 DAYS FOR LIFE What is 40 Days for Life? A peaceful prayer vigil outside of Planned Parenthood abortion clinic, where we pray that women may change their minds about abortion. This campaign is held in almost 350 cities, in all 50 states, as well as 24 other countries. Last year, at least 14 babies were saved during 40 Days for Life in Pittsburgh alone when mothers changed their minds about having an abortion as they saw us praying outside the doors of Planned Parenthood on Liberty Ave. Holy Sepulcher signed up to pray in Pittsburgh on Friday, Sept. 30 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Can you join us this year? Carpooling is available. For more information contact Gretchen Cararie at or gcararie@zoominternet.net or Debbie Busin at or crazydebb@yahoo.com. HOLY SEPULCHER S WOMEN S FELOWSHIP For this week s session, Thursday, September 15, the Holy Sepulcher Women s Fellowship group will attend the Discovering Christ information session in the Cafeteria from 7:00-8:00 pm. The decision to attend to the Discovering Christ info session was discussed as a group at the last fellowship session. This is a great opportunity to bring our faith alive in fellowship. LADIES OF CHARITY The next general meeting of the Ladies of Charity will be on Mon., Sept. 19 at 7:00 pm in the YYAC. All members, including those wishing to join are welcome. PLEASE BRING a Halloween treat to send to the residents of Colonial Gardens (pudding packs, Jell-o cups, packaged crackers or cookies, etc.) We will be explaining our Holiday Package fundraiser and distributing tickets to the members. There will also be an announcement about our Afternoon of Reflection and the Thanksgiving Blood Drive. HELP KIDS TO GET A CATHOLIC EDUCATION Each year, there are qualified students whose families cannot afford tuition. To meet this need, Holy Sepulcher School has developed an opportunity to Adopt a Student by making a donation to help sponsor a student in tuition. If you would like to make a donation please call Sister Anna Marie at or Father Bob at Our goal for the future is to establish a student tuition assistance program. RCIA RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) classes begin this week. The RCIA is a journey of study of the Catholic Faith and prayer in a warm, friendly, and informal atmosphere. There is time provided for questions and discussions. Is there someone you know who might want to become part of our Catholic Family? Classes begin Tuesday, September 13 at 7pm in the John Paul II Room. For any questions or to register, please contact Amy in the Faith Formation Office at Let me get through today, and I shall not fear tomorrow. -St. Philip Neri CHURCH MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sept. 17, :00 pm Eucharistic Ministers J. Ager L. Fey K. King C. Loncaric R. Shaw J. Tosto D. Wilson N. Yarnot Dcn. Dave Proclaimer A. King Altar Servers T. Roos E. McKruit Sept. 18, :00 am Eucharistic Ministers B. Hartzel R. Hartzel M. Marshall K. Martell R. Novak A. Schratz R. Schratz M. Wertz Dcn. Dave Proclaimer M. Fox Altar Servers B. Mockenhaupt Z. Brandl Sept. 18, :30 am Eucharistic Ministers J. Hartman B. Hesidenz G. Hesidenz A. Hutchinson J. Markus D. Smith J. Smith L. Stearns Dcn. Dave Proclaimer B. Jamison Altar Servers C. Tomaszewski E. Marisco Weekday Altar Server (9/12-9/16) K. Riley Mon., Thurs. 7:30 a.m. & Fri. 9:00 a.m. Volunteer Server needed for the Wednesday Mass. For the complete month s schedule, visit our website: THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER: Confirmation Retreat at Martina Spiritual Center Sun., Sept. 11 at 1:00 pm Sociables Business Meeting Tues., Sept. 13 at 10:30 am In Shape Tai Chi Tues., Sept. 13 at 6:45 pm Move Up Pitt Research Study Wed., Sept. 14 at 6:00 pm Patzun Meeting Wed., Sept. 14 at 7:30 pm Christ Life Information Session Thurs., Sept. 15 at 6:15 pm Choir Rehearsal Thurs., Sept. 15 at 6:30 pm Women s Fellowship (attending the Christ Life Information Session) Thurs., Sept. 15 at 6:15 pm EDGE Sat., Sept. 17 at 7:00 pm For a monthly printable calendar, go to: September-2016

4 SEPTEMBER 11, 2016 TWENTY FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 4 WEEKLY OFFERING Regular Collection: Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016 (300) Envelopes Loose (12) Online Total $8, $1, $ $11, Parish Share: $1, Parish Maintenance Fund: $ Parish Share Diocesan Goal Collected: $85, Parish Share Diocesan Goal: $110, Sign up for Online Giving at (Mobile app also available.) PARISH NEWS 2016 PARISH SHARE UPDATE Our Parish Share Campaign continues. We have currently received pledge cards from 289 families totaling $85, We are $25, or 23.01% away from meeting our goal of $110,480.00! Father Bob is urging us to use the pledge card system. We strongly recommend all parishioners to make a pledge with or without payment at this time. Payments can be made throughout the year to fulfill your pledge. Thank you for your generosity. Remember that any monies collected above the goal amount of $110, remain at Holy Sepulcher Parish. UPCOMING 2ND COLLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 11: BISHOPS EDUCATION FUND The Bishop s Education Fund has helped families afford a Catholic education in the diocese. Many students in our diocese would like to benefit from a Catholic school education, but a number of those students need financial assistance. The Bishop s Education Fund makes that assistance available and will be taken today, Sept. 11. SEPTEMBER 18: LOUISIANA FLOOD VICTIMS Over the past weeks, all of us have been following the historic flooding in Louisiana. The region is experiencing what is being called the worst domestic disaster since Hurricane Sandy. As many as 60,000 homes have been damaged, with nearly 20,000 people being rescued from the flood waters. Lives have been lost and other dramatically changed. In response to the devastation, Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, has requested that a special emergency collection to assist the victims of the 2016 Louisiana Floods be taken next weekend, Sept. 17/18. The funds will be used to support the efforts of Catholic Charities USA. IN SHAPE HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ACTIVITY SESSION Tai Chi with Xiaobo LaPresta Tuesday, September 13, 6:45-7:45 pm Holy Sepulcher YYAC Cost: $6.00 per person Please RSVP to Theresa: mara605@consolidated.net Xiaobo s website: FISH DINNER Did you enjoy the fish dinner on Fri., Sept. 9 or did you miss it? The Holy Sepulcher Knights of Columbus will have another fish dinner on Friday, Oct. 7 from 4:30-7:00 pm. The proceeds of these dinners will go toward the Holy Sepulcher School Tuition Assistance Fund. Take out is available, especially for those of you heading to high school football games! All dinners will be at the Holy Sepulcher School Cafeteria. The cost is $9.50 / adults and $7.00 / children and includes 2 sides, a drink, and dessert. For a complete menu, visit: USED LAPTOP COLLECTION Thank you to everyone who donated a laptop and for supporting the Patzun Mission. We are again amazed by the generosity of our parishioners. Many people indicated they want to donate their used laptops for the new Software Development Program. Please leave your laptop with the power cord in the Parish Office. We ask that you DO NOT leave laptops in the Coat Room; we prefer they are in a secure location. Many thanks to everyone for continuing to support the Mission. VOTER REGISTRATION Tuesday, October 11 is the last day to register to vote in the November election. This year we will be electing a new President as well as a US Senator, Attorney General, Auditor General and PA Representatives. If you have recently turned 18 or recently moved, you must register to vote. You can register by calling the Bureau of Elections ( in Butler County) or online at or picking up a Voter Registration form on the table in the Narthex. Don t miss out this important civic duty! Please pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of Helen Smith, John McDonough (Husband of Shari McDonough), & Michael A. Traficante (Husband of Catherine Traficante) who recently passed away and are enjoying everlasting life. The Sanctuary Candle is burning this week for Mary Lou Baird.

5 PAGE 5 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 Holy Sepulcher Catholic School will be participating in the Pittsburgh Day of Giving. Early donations may be made September 14-20, with the official day of giving on September 21st. Please consider making a donation to help the school! All donations are tax deductible. To make an online donation: To make a donation in person, please visit the school office Monday-Friday 8am-3pm. Holy Sepulcher Catholic School will host an open house for prospective students/families on Tuesday, October 18th, 6:30-8pm. Hey Alumni - we are looking for you! Please your updated contact information to advancement@holysepulcher.org or fill out the form online: EDUCATION NEWS HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA FAITH FORMATION Amy LaMartina, Director of Faith Formation hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net TH GRADE CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES HAVE THEIR RETREAT TODAY, September 11. They will go to the Martina Spirituality Center from 12:15 6pm. Let us pray for them on this special retreat day may their hearts be open to receive the grace of the Holy Spirit to enlighten, strengthen and enkindle in their hearts the fire of love! Next Sunday, SEPTEMBER 18, 10:30 am NEW SCHOOL YEAR MASS FOR TOTAL CATHOLIC EDUCATION. All are invited for this special Mass on Catechetical Sunday at 10:30 am as catechists and teachers are commissioned for the year. Picnic to follow the Mass. Please RSVP if you have not done so already. CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD TRAINING The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is an approach to the Faith Formation of children which is rooted in Scripture, Liturgy and Montessori educational principles. It is based on several key principles: God and the child are in relationship; the child has great potential for receiving and enjoying the deepest elements of the Gospel message; the child is capable of falling in love with God. The purpose of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is to assist children in the development of this relationship, respecting the child s dignity in responding to the soul s desire, Help me to draw myself closer to God. At Holy Sepulcher, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is offered for children (3-6 years old) as well as for the children in our school. In order to be able to offer this to more children, we need to have catechists trained in this model of Faith Formation. If you happen to have training already, please let us know. We d love to hear from you! We are going to be offering a Catechesis of the Good Shepherd training led by Allison Kliber-Stickney. The sessions will take place every other week, beginning on September 30 from 10:00-11:30am in the Primary Center (the peach house across the street from Holy Sepulcher). Please contact Amy in the Faith Formation office if you re interested in attending this training. We will meet every other Friday from 10 11:30am through the month of December. WAYS TO SUPPORT HOLY SEPULCHER SCHOOL Tuition Assistance Donations for new teachers computers Get your clearances and assist during lunch time Get your clearances and read a story CHILDREN S LITURGY OF THE WORD Every Sunday we have the Children s Liturgy of the Word at 10:30am Mass. All children from the ages of 3 years old through 3 rd grade are invited! During this special time, the leader for the week teaches the children through prayers, songs, illustrations and readings that are simplified for children. The children learn about the same Scripture readings as the rest of the congregation. Leaders are needed to teach the lessons each week, as well as to assist with the supervision of the children. This is a great opportunity for adults and high school teens to help the children learn the Word of the Lord. For more information or to get involved, contact Amy in the Faith Formation Office.

6 PAGE 6 YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT AND COMMUNITY HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Life Teen Follow us on Twitter: HolySepLifeTeen KICK OFF BONFIRE - SEPTEMBER 18 Come hang out at the first Life Teen night of Fall 2016! Food, Games, a Bonfire and Awesome People! 6:30-8:30 pm in the YYAC THURSDAY NIGHT HANGOUTS Join us every Thursday from 7:00-9:00 pm in the YYAC! All Teens are invited! WHAT IS LIFE TEEN? Holy Sepulcher Life Teen, a Eucharistic-centered Catholic youth ministry, is committed to empowering the youth of our parish to live as disciples of Jesus Christ daily, encouraging the youth to fully participate in the life of the church and caring for the total well-being of all the teens entrusted to our care. Aided by the Holy Spirit, we strive to accomplish these commitments by providing vibrant and varied opportunities such as Life Nights, hang-outs, retreats, Bible studies and mission trips for the youth to grow deeper in their relationship with Christ and others. Greg Gillis, Coordinator holysepedge@gmail.com 6-8th Graders: Join us for a night on Spiderman as we kick off our Super theme. Food, fun, games, friends, and Spiderman? Bring your friends as we talk about Joy and Faithfulness. Sat. Sept. 17th from 7-9 in the YYAC-Our Superhero Headquarters. Youth Ministry for 6th-8th Graders MAGNIFICAT The next ladies Magnificat Breakfast is on Sat., Oct. 2 at 9:00 am at the Double Tree Hilton, 910 Sheraton Dr., Mars, PA. The speaker will be Nikki Bruni, a recent convert to the Catholic faith and founder of 40 Days for Life, Pittsburgh. The cost is $23.00 and reservations must be made by Sept. 23. To register, contact Pam Yoezle at RUMMAGE SALE The St. Ursula Christian Mothers-Guild is hosting its 4th annual rummage sale on Sat., Oct. 15 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the school cafeteria (3937 Kirk Ave., Allison Park, PA). This rain-or-shine event is open to anyone who wants to participate. Rent an 8-foot table for just $15 and keep all the profits! Bring your family, friends and neighbors. To reserve a table, please contact Chris Hartung at BUS TRIP TO SORROWFUL MOTHER SHRINE The Christian Mothers of St. Joseph Church in Cabot, PA are sponsoring a pilgrimage bus trip to the Sorrowful Mother Shrine in Bellevue, OH on Sun., Oct. 9 from 8:00 am-8:00 pm. Cost is $45 and includes round-trip bus faire, light breakfast, snack/bottled water. Departure from St. Joseph Church parking lot, 315 Stoney Hollow Rd., Cabot, PA. 15 seats available as of Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Darlene Geibel at or geibel1313@aol.com. BASILICA & NATIONAL SHRINE TRIP Seats still available for the trip to The Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon in N. Jackson Ohio on Sat., Sept. 24th. Cost is $ Please call Cathy at PROVIDENCE HEIGHTS ALPHA SCHOOL OKTOBERFEST Please join Providence Heights Alpha School for their 90th Anniversary celebration. Admission is free. Food, drinks, bounce house, face painter, balloon artist, raffles & more! Sat., Oct. 1, 1:00-5:00 pm, 9000 Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, PA DISCERNMENT EVENING WITH THE STEELERS On Mon., Sept. 12, at 6:00 p.m., the Office for Priestly Vocations will host a Discernment Evening at St. Paul Seminary for college and post-college men who are considering the priesthood to gather for prayer and to watch the Steelers game. The night will begin with a Holy Hour that includes evening prayer and a talk by Father Mike Ackerman. At 7:10 p.m., we ll tune in to the kickoff of the Steelers vs. Redskins game and enjoy pizza and wings. Please RSVP by September 9 to the Vocations Assistant, Theresa, at tsullivan@diopitt.org or

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