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 2, 2018 Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Bishop of Pittsburgh Most Rev. David A. Zubik Pastor Father Robert J. Cedolia MASS TIMES Saturday... 6:00 pm Sunday... 8:00 am & 10:30 am Daily Mass times can be found under Mass Intentions RECONCILIATION Every Saturday, 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 PAGE 2 SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 TWENTY SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 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: Mrs. Ashley Bauer abauer@holysepulcher.org Consulting School Principal: Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ ; amgaglia@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 Mon., Sept. 3, 2018 Labor Day Mass Intentions & Schedule 9:00 am Dolores Bodnar Andy & Josie Mikolay Tues., Sept. 4, :30 am Bernie Cinski Jo & Ray Gaul Wed., Sept. 5, :00 pm In Honor of Catherine McDonald Family Thurs., Sept. 6, :30 am Eileen Slomer Dan & Mary Meyer Fri., Sept. 7, :00 am Don Ellenberger Don & Gina Ellenberger Sat., Sept. 8, :00 pm For the People of Holy Sepulcher Sun., Sept. 9, :00 am Bill and Jane s 40th Anniversary Family Sun., Sept. 9, :30 am Deceased Members of The Zakalata Family Richard & Linda Spotts & Family Deceased Twenty Second Sunday of Ordinary Time Reflection: Mark 7:1-8 Judgment tends to have a bad reputation. We often associate it with condemnation, and in the Gospels, we associate it with the Pharisees. Today's Gospel features the Pharisees doing exactly what we expect. "They observed that some of his disciples ate their meals with unclean, that is, unwashed, hands." The Jewish people had strict purification laws that applied to all areas of life. The Pharisees attempt to accuse Jesus of not following the ancestral traditions. Jesus doesn't take offense at their judgments per se. He instead points out the hypocrisy of their words. "You hypocrites - this people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me." From there, Jesus turns his attention to the concerns of the heart. "The things that come from within are what defile." He lists off a number of sins, including some the Pharisees were likely struggling with, including evil thoughts, envy, and arrogance. When we examine the list, perhaps we're reminded of our own trips to the confessional! As we strive to follow Jesus and live with integrity, we must be aware of our hearts. We must judge our own actions. Are they leading us closer to God or away from Him? Are we growing in love of our neighbor, or are we becoming more closed in on ourselves? As we move into this week, consider the state of our own heart. Perhaps you are overly scrupulous in less important areas. Perhaps there are large areas of overlooked sin that you've excused for too long. Whatever it is, the judgment of God need not cripple us. He offers us a share in His mercy as soon as we turn to Him. This week, allow your heart to be transformed! Prayer for Pope Francis Lord, source of eternal life and truth, give to Your shepherd, Pope Francis, a spirit of courage and right judgement, a spirit of knowledge and love. By governing with fidelity those entrusted to his care may he, as successor to the apostle Peter and vicar of Christ, build Your church into a sacrament of unity, love, and peace for all the world. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

3 SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 TWENTY SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 3 A Message From Father Bob With great sadness, I share that both Joanne Castello and Dana Knox will be leaving Holy Sepulcher Parish to pursue other employment opportunities. Dana has faithfully served as Parish Secretary for over seven years and Joanne has served the parish as an Administrative Assistant to the Pastor and also in the Faith Formation Office for the past ten years. Joanne was responsible for scheduling all Funerals and Baptisms plus other duties that came up daily. Joanne also served as the Parish Safe Environment Coordinator. When you would call the Parish Office, you would hear the pleasant voice of Dana answering the phone. Dana was also responsible for doing the weekly Parish bulletin and scheduling Mass Intentions and parish meetings. These are only SOME of the duties that Dana and Joanne were responsible for. Dana s last day will be on Friday, September 7, 2018 and Joanne s last day will be on Thursday, September 20, On behalf of the Parish, I offer my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Joanne and Dana for their service and dedication to Holy Sepulcher Parish. May God bless them in their future endeavors. USHERS NEEDED Holy Sepulcher is looking for Greeters/Ushers at our weekend masses, especially the 10:30 mass. Greeters are responsible for welcoming the parishioners to church, answering questions and asking families to present the gifts. Ushers responsibilities are to assist with seating of parishioners, help with collections, hand out bulletins at the end of mass and assist in any emergencies. If you are interested please contact the parish office for more information. Prayer Chain Do you have a prayer request? Would you like to be a part of our Army of Prayer that prays for those requests? Would you like to receive a copy of the prayer intentions? If so, contact the parish office at or hscprayerchain@gmail.com. The St. Vincent de Paul Society is an international society founded by Frederic Ozanam, a French priest who spent his life ministering to the poor & under privileged in Paris, France. The organization was named after the patron saint, St. Vincent de Paul. This society, although it operates apart from the parish, works in conjunction with the diocese to assist the poor & needy in southern Butler County. Donations put in the Poor Box in the back of the Sanctuary support this cause. If you would like to be a part of this outreach organization, contact the parish office. Eucharistic Adoration Day On Wednesday, September 5, we will have our monthly Eucharistic Adoration Day. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed from 9:00 am - 6:45 pm. This is a great opportunity for us to spend some personal time with Our Lord during this special day. Sometimes the burdens of our lives can be so demanding, that the Lord asks us to let Him help us carry them. Sign up sheets will posted in the Narthex with hours that will be open and in need of volunteers. CHURCH MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sept. 8, :00 pm Eucharistic Ministers M. Johnson C. Loncaric K. Lutzic C. Matta D. Matta K. Orban M. Schaffer D. Wilson Dcn. Dave Proclaimer M. Smotzer Altar Servers P. Shadle T. Roos Sept. 9, :00 am Eucharistic Ministers C. Brandl T. Brandl J. Castello M. Cunningham J. Doyle A. Farrell B. Gillis T. Gillis Dcn. Dave Proclaimer S. Stickney Altar Servers M. Schratz J. Schratz Sept. 9, :30 am Eucharistic Ministers M. Danner J. Hartman J. Konig J. Markus P. Palermo M. Seybert D. Smith J. Smith Dcn. Dave Proclaimer D. Severino Altar Servers M. Meier I. Montes Weekday Altar Server (9/10-914) Julia Riley Volunteer Server needed for the Wednesday Mass. For the complete month s schedule, visit our website: THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER: Girl Time Mission Bags Mon., Sept. 3 at 9:00 am Eucharistic Adoration Wed., Sept. 5, 9:00 am 6:45 pm Rosary Prayer & Intentions Wed., Sept. 5 at 6:30 pm Knights of Columbus Wed., Sept. 5 at 7:30 pm Women s Fellowship Thurs., Sept. 6 at 7:00 pm Life Teen Hangout Thurs., Sept. 6 at 7:00 pm Liturgy of the Hour Prayer Group Fri., Sept. 7 at 8:30 am The Parish Offices will be closed on Monday, September 3rd in observance of Labor Day and will reopen on Tuesday, September 4th.

4 PAGE 4 SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 TWENTY SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME WEEKLY OFFERING Weekly Offering: August 26, 2018 (260) Envelopes Loose (31) Online Total $6, $1, $ $8, Parish Maintenance Fund: $ Parish Share: $ Total Parish Share Collected: $74, Parish Share Goal: $99, We have 308 families participating in the Parish Share Program and are 24.84% away from making our goal! Sign up for Online Giving at (Mobile app also available for Google Play and App Store.) Call the Parish office for assistance or questions. SEPTEMBER 7 - OPENING SCHOOL YEAR MASS for Total Catholic Education - This includes all students and families involved in Faith Formation, those who attend Holy Sepulcher School, Catechists, Teachers and those who continue their formation in faith through adult education opportunities. GRANDPARENTS DAY will follow the Mass on September 7. Bishop s Education Fund Collection Next Week Catholic schools are one of the best ways through which the Church brings young people into a relationship with Jesus and prepares them for life. Our schools provide: Spiritual formation that encourages virtue Gospel values that promote respect, compassion and service Academic excellence leading to success in higher education The Bishop s Education Fund provides tuition assistance for Catholic families who qualify; yet this support covers less than half the demonstrated need. The Bishop s Education Fund collection will be on September 8/9. Thank you in advance for supporting Catholic education through the Bishop s Education Fund appeal. PATZUN MISSION GROUP Members of the Patzun Mission Team who traveled to Guatemala in July, will be speaking at all Masses this weekend to report on their trip. Members of the team will be in the Narthex after Masses to answer questions and share pictures from the trip. CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES LAW If you suspect a child is in imminent danger from abuse, please call 911 immediately. Mandated reporters having reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to child abuse, or acts of child abuse, shall report immediately to the following agencies: Children and Youth Services: Butler County Children and Youth Services: Allegheny County Abuse Hotline: INTERIM MASS SCHEDULE The interim Mass schedules will be released next weekend, September 8/9. Also the interim Mass schedules and confession times will be published in the September 13 issue of the Pittsburgh Catholic. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Losing a loved one is very often a devastating and life changing event. If you have experienced the death of a loved one, Saint Kilian Parish invites you to be a part of a nine week program that offers support, conversation, and comfort. The group will meet weekly from September 18 November 13 on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm in the lower level of Saint Kilian Church. You do not need to be present at every session but may attend as your schedule permits. Our first session, Is This Normal? introduces the GriefShare program and explores why the grief experience may be harder than expected. Contact Deacon Ralph Bachner at x 2103 or rbachner@saintkilian.org to register or for more information. LOSS OF A SPOUSE This one session, two-hour seminar on Tuesday, September 11, addresses the challenges that a surviving spouse faces after the loss of their husband or wife. The evening includes a video, discussion and workbook to help in dealing with the effects of grief on one s physical, mental and spiritual well-being. The seminar will be held in Saint Kilian Church Hall from 6:30 8:30 pm. Contact Deacon Ralph Bachner at x 2103 or rbachner@saintkilian.org to register or for more information. We proudly welcome Draven Flynn Banfield (Son of Christine Renee Banfield) Micah Samuel Hartle (Son of Stephen & Carolyn Hartle), Luci Mae Salopek (Daughter of Thomas & Haley Salopek), and Garett Norman Schmidt (Son of Eric & Tina Schmidt) who were recently baptized into the faith. SOCIABLES PICNIC The Sociables Picnic will be on Sunday, September 9th at 1:30 pm at Joe and Dee Markus house. For more information, call Linda Grauert at WELCOME TO HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH! Darlene Dietrich

5 PAGE 5 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA EDUCATION NEWS HOLY SEPULCHER SCHOOL We re more than just a School, We re Community. We re Family. Mrs. Ashley Bauer, Principal school@holysepulcher.org CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS The Campbell Soup Company announced that its long-running Labels for Education Program has ended. We can no longer turn in the labels for credit. Thank you to all who participated in the program over the past 40+ years. BUY SCRIP AND SUPPORT THE SCHOOL Purchase gift cards and support the school with the Great Lakes Scrip program where a percentage of your purchase(s) will be donated to Holy Sepulcher School! Go to and choose from over 400 national retail stores. Purchase anything from gas, to groceries, to retail stores, to vacations and more! Anyone can purchase scrip cards and the program runs all year long. Orders placed with the parish office or online by Tuesday at 10:00 am can be picked up on Thursday. Boxtops4Education We do accept BoxTops! You can clip Box Top Coupons located on the packaging of hundreds of products, from Cheerios, to Ziploc. You'll be surprised to find the BoxTop coupons on almost everything you use at home. You can send in your boxtops to the school, or drop them off in the container marked BoxTops by the bulletin boards in the Narthex. Last year, we raised over $800 with BoxTops. Thank you for your support! FAITH FORMATION Sr. Benita DeMatteis, Faith Formation Director hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Mrs. Rachael Hortsman, Administrative Assistant hs2faithformation@zoominternet.net September 2, 2018 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Catechetical Sunday September 16 at the 10:30a.m. Mass all of the Catechists and aides of the parish will receive a special blessing. Please support and pray for them as they begin another year of service for the Lord. Faith Formation Classes Classes for students will begin on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 9:05 a.m.. If you are interested in helping as an aide or catechist please Sr Benita: hsfaithformationmation@zoominternet.net. We could also use some high school students to assist in some classes. We are blessed with these Faith Formation children and look forward to their return. Bishop Barron s Class on the MASS We are offering an opportunity to spend time together to grow in our appreciation and understanding of the great gift given to us by Christ, the Mass. The first session will begin on Tuesday, September 11 at 10:00a.m. and 6:30p.m. in the old church. Please call or the Faith Formation Office with you name, phone number and which session if you wish to join us. What is the RCIA? RCIA stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, which is a process through which non-baptized adults enter the Catholic Church. It can also include those who have been baptized in other Christian denominations who seek to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church. Often baptized Catholics who have not received other sacraments or who know little about the faith or have not practiced their faith for some time participate in the RCIA as a means to complete their initiation into the Church. If you or someone you know would like to be a part of this process, call the Faith Formation Office to register.

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 Follow Us On ATTENTION 6th-8th GRADERS: GEAR UP with EDGE Sat. Sept. 15, 7-9pm Invite your friends, bring your enemies. Snacks, games, fun, and friends. Don t miss as we start our new semester theme! Upcoming Dates: Sept 15th, Oct 6th, Oct 20th, Nov 3rd, Nov 17th, Dec 1st, Dec 15th Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Young Adult Ministry Upcoming Events Thurs. 9/6 7:00-9:00 pm Hangout Thurs. 9/13 7:00-9:00 pm Hangout Sun. 9/16 6:30-8:30 pm Life Teen is back for the fall! Thurs. 9/20 7:00-9:00 pm Hangout Sun. 9/23 6:30-8:30 pm Life Teen Thurs. 9/27 7:00-9:00 pm Life Teen All Young Adults! Come hang out at Mass and Apps on Wednesday, September 12th.

7 PAGE 7 AROUND THE COMMUNITY HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA SPIRITUAL SPA FOR WOMEN All women are invited to the Spiritual Spa for Women, Our God Does Wonder-full Things on Saturday, September 15 from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. This spa is hosted by the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh, 3526 Bakerstown Road, Bakerstown, PA Space is limited. To assure your space, RSVP by September 9th. Call Sister Shelly at to register. ADORATION, PRAISE & RETREAT DAY WITH THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH Join the Sisters of St. Joseph for Adoration and Praise on Saturday, September 22 from 12:30 3:30 pm at their Motherhouse in Baden, PA. Sister Lyn Szymkiewicz will offer reflections on The Harvest with prayer beginning in chapel and processing outdoors for Adoration, reflection and prayer. Youth and youth groups are invited to help harvest our fields as we integrate a service opportunity into our Adoration and Praise. All are welcome to this free event! Register online at or call DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY OPEN HOUSE Duquesne University s Fall Open House will be held on Sunday, September 16, with check in beginning at 8:30 am. Duquesne s Fall Open House is an opportunity for current high school seniors from all religious denominations and their families to speak with representatives from admissions, financial aid, academic departments and administration. During the day, there will be many opportunities to learn about college admissions procedures, classes, majors and career possibilities. Register with Duquesne s Office of Admissions online at Father of Mercy, During this time of transition, help us to grow in unity with St. Kilian s Parish. Grant us the wisdom and willingness to understand how our parishes will become stronger and more vibrant in fulfilling the mission of the Church. Assist us in opening our arms to welcome others as we continue to journey On Mission for The Church Alive! Help us, O Lord, to trust in the future you have planned for us. This we ask through Christ, our Lord. Amen 8th ANNUAL LIVING ROSARY The 8th Annual Living Rosary will take place on the grounds of the Chicora Medical Center, 160 Medical Center Road, Chicora, PA on Saturday, September 8 at 7:30 pm. A speaker will lead a Patriotic Rosary. We pray on a World Mission Rosary, praying over each of the 50 states and each branch of our government. With each prayer, a candle is lit. As the sun sets, a living glowing Rosary will appear! Come and celebrate this great evening to lift the world up in prayer. Sponsored by Mater Dolorosa Parish, Chicora & St. Joseph s Parish, North Oakland. HIGH SCHOOL MEN Come to encounter the Lord through Come and See, a day of prayer, fun, and brotherhood on Saturday, September 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Paul Seminary. The day will include Mass, adoration, games, a cookout, a bonfire, and dynamic talks, with Father Mike Ackerman, Father Tom Sparacino and diocesan seminarians. No cost. To register, please Theresa Sullivan at tsullivan@diopitt.org by September 21. Holy Hour for Peace Monday, September 10th at St. Paul, 128 N. McKean St., Butler beginning at 7 PM. Prayers for Peace, vocations, On Mission for the Church Alive, Rosary, Novena Prayers of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Benediction. Divine Mercy Holy Hour Tuesday, September 18th at St. Paul, 128 N. McKean St., Butler, beginning at 7PM. Prayers for Family Healing, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Benediction.

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