Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Hellertown, Pennsylvania

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Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Hellertown, Pennsylvania Courtesy of Jan Doddy Courtesy of John Patrick Publishing Parish Mission Statement A Roman Catholic Family of Faith,

SUNDAY MASSES Saturday: 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, and 11:00 AM WEEKDAY MASSES Monday through Thursday: 8:00 AM Friday: 8:45 AM September through May 8:00 AM June through August First Saturday

1 Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Hellertown, Pennsylvania Courtesy of Jan Doddy Courtesy of John Patrick Publishing Parish Mission Statement A Roman Catholic Family of Faith, centered in the Holy Eucharist, faithful to the Church s teachings, consecrated to Our Lady of Fatima, bringing the Light of Christ to each other and to our community. SUNDAY MASSES Saturday: 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, and 11:00 AM WEEKDAY MASSES Monday through Thursday: 8:00 AM Friday: 8:45 AM September through May 8:00 AM June through August First Saturday and Saturdays of Lent: 8:00 AM MAIL: 1408 Easton Road Hellertown, PA PHONE: FAX: sttheresacj@gmail.com WEB SITE: CONVENT: SCHOOL: PREP: Please call the Convent or PREP.sttheresacj@gmail.com PASTOR: Rev. Jerome A. Tauber, M. Div., S.T.B. PERMANENT DEACON: Deacon Gerald R. Schmidt DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Sr. Lorraine Holzman, I.H.M. PRINCIPAL: Mrs. Diana Tice PASTORAL AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES: Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary MUSIC DIRECTOR: Marcia Bachochin Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Friday, March 2 4:30-6:30 PM Friendship Hall Presented by the Home and School Association Sponsored by Saylor s & Company Friday, March 9 4:30-6:30 PM Friendship Hall DIOCESAN VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATOR Ms. Wendy S. Krisak, M.A., NCC, LPC Direct Telephone Number: Direct victimsassistance@allentowndiocese.org DIOCESAN SAFE ENVIRONMENT COORDINATOR Sr. Meg Cole, S.S.J., M.S., LMFT 2145 Madison Ave., Bethlehem, PA Telephone: , ext mcole@allentowndiocese.org PARISH SAFE ENVIRONMENT COORDINATORS Sr. Lorraine Holzman, I.H.M. Phone: Mrs. Rosemary Benner Phone: Visit and click on Youth Protection to learn more about the Diocese of Allentown s Children and Youth Protection Programs. 0168

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, When God creates us, He makes us in His image and likeness. He blesses us with intellect: a conscience and the understanding of right and wrong.

When faced with choices, we are to choose loving God and loving neighbor over ourselves even when choosing to love God and neighbor require sacrifice.

Through Baptism we become God s beloved sons and daughters, and children of the light.

Jesus, our Merciful Savior, is waiting for us in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He is always ready to forgive and heal. We do not have to live in darkness.

Through the Intercession of Our Lady of Fatima, May the Peace of Christ be with You Always, Father Tauber St.

Florentine or Breaded Haddock Macaroni & Cheese with Stewed Tomatoes or French Fries & Coleslaw Drink and Homemade Desserts Adults: $14 / Children: $7 A la carte items: Macaroni & Cheese $5 Bowl of

2 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, When God creates us, He makes us in His image and likeness. He blesses us with intellect: a conscience and the understanding of right and wrong. He also blesses us with free will: the ability to freely choose our thoughts, words, and actions. Like God, we are to use these unique gifts only to create what is good, right, and loving. When faced with choices, we are to choose loving God and loving neighbor over ourselves even when choosing to love God and neighbor require sacrifice. As Saint Peter tells us, God calls us out of darkness into His marvelous light, into His love. In Baptism our sins are washed away and we are recreated by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Through Baptism we become God s beloved sons and daughters, and children of the light. When we sin and fall back into darkness, God mercifully calls us back into His light through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Jesus, our Merciful Savior, is waiting for us in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He is always ready to forgive and heal. We do not have to live in darkness. With childlike trust in God s infinite mercy, let us come back into the light by joyfully celebrating God s love and compassion in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Through the Intercession of Our Lady of Fatima, May the Peace of Christ be with You Always, Father Tauber St. Theresa School s Home and School Association Presents LENTEN FISH DINNERS Sponsored by Saylor s & Company Fridays, February 23, March 9 and March 23 4:30 6:30 PM Friendship Hall Menu: Flounder Florentine or Breaded Haddock Macaroni & Cheese with Stewed Tomatoes or French Fries & Coleslaw Drink and Homemade Desserts Adults: $14 / Children: $7 A la carte items: Macaroni & Cheese $5 Bowl of New England Clam Chowder $3 Take out is available. I.H.M. COMPANIONS The date for the March meeting has been changed. It will not be on Monday, March 19 th. Please check next week s bulletin for the new date. Guest Speaker: Sister Susan Bruno, I.H.M. Want to join us? Call Sr. Marie Eugene at The Most Reverend Alfred A. Schlert, Bishop of Allentown, will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to the youth of our Parish on Wednesday, March 14, at 4:30 PM, at the Regional Confirmation Celebration for Saint Theresa (Hellertown), Saint Ursula (Fountain Hill), Holy Ghost (Bethlehem), and Sacred Heart (Miller Heights) hosted by Saint Ursula, Fountain Hills. Please pray for our Candidates that they will open their minds and hearts to receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit. PRAYER FOR THOSE TO BE CONFIRMED Come Holy Spirit, Most Powerful Advocate, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Come Holy Spirit, Sacred Bond of the Father and the Son, lead them by your grace that they may always be pleasing to you. Come Holy Spirit, Friend of the Faithful, dwell within them, recreate them, and renew the face of the earth. Amen. NOTE: Due to our Parish celebration of Confirmation, there will be no Soup Supper, Stations of the Cross, or Bible Study on Wednesday, March 14. PARISH PENANCE SERVICE Monday, March 12 th 7:00 PM Several guest priests will be in attendance to hear Confessions. PARISH STEWARDSHIP Sunday Collection for 02/18/18 $6,745 Ash Wednesday $1,564 C Y O $1,145 Capital Improvements $2,816 Thank you for your generous and faithful support. NOTE: On-Line Giving is available. Please see Page 6. The 40 Days for Life Prayer Campaign continues through March 25 th, at the Allentown Women s Center, 31 S. Commerce Way, Bethlehem, PA. Join us, Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM 6:00 PM. When prayer volunteers are praying at an abortion facility, the no show rate for abortions can jump to as high as 75%! For more information, or to be paired with a prayer partner, call or text Theresa at The Girl Scouts will be selling their famous Cookies in the vestibule of the Church after all Masses the weekend of February 24/25. Cost of cookies per box: $4.00 Proceeds benefit the Girl Scouts. Thank You!! THE SIGN OF PEACE To help prevent spreading of the flu, the Sign of Peace will not be exchanged during Mass until further notice

St. Theresa School offers open enrollment for full-day Kindergarten and Grades 1-8. Pre-School Programs for 3 and 4 year-olds are also available.

The School and Early Childhood programs are based on our Catholic Faith, guidelines of the Diocese of Allentown, and Pennsylvania Education Standards to ensure that we continue to meet the needs of

For information, to arrange a tour, or to enroll in the School or Pre-School, please call the School Office at 610-838-8161 or visit our website at www.sttheresaotcj.org. ST.

To register please contact Denise Neff at dtneff@gmail.com.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES 11 TH ANNUAL GALA Sunday, March 4, 5:30 PM DeSales University Center, Center Valley Reverend Monsignor John B.

Rosemary Ford, will be honored for their contributions to the communities in the Diocese of Allentown.

3 St. Theresa School offers open enrollment for full-day Kindergarten and Grades 1-8. Pre-School Programs for 3 and 4 year-olds are also available. Our school is staffed with PA certified teachers and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The School and Early Childhood programs are based on our Catholic Faith, guidelines of the Diocese of Allentown, and Pennsylvania Education Standards to ensure that we continue to meet the needs of all Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grade School students. For information, to arrange a tour, or to enroll in the School or Pre-School, please call the School Office at or visit our website at ST. THERESA SCHOOL PIEROGIE SALE PICK-UP Thursday, March 6, 3:00-4:00 PM Sorry: Ordering deadline is closed. CYO TRACK AND FIELD St. Theresa CYO is conducting signups for the Spring 2018 Track and Field season. It is open to boys and girls in grades K through 8 in St. Theresa School, St. Theresa PREP, or a DRE approved Home School Program. The season runs from March through May with practices twice a week beginning March 15 th. There are 5 meets during the season. To register please contact Denise Neff at dtneff@gmail.com. Registration deadline: March 8 th Reminder: Only children who are participating in a Catholic Religious Education Program can participate in CYO activities and sports. CATHOLIC CHARITIES 11 TH ANNUAL GALA Sunday, March 4, 5:30 PM DeSales University Center, Center Valley Reverend Monsignor John B. McCann, Pastor of Immaculate Conception BVM in Douglassville and past Executive Director of Catholic Charities, and the Honorable William and Mrs. Rosemary Ford, will be honored for their contributions to the communities in the Diocese of Allentown. To receive an invitation, become a sponsor or place an ad in the program book, please contact Julie Scheck at , ext or jscheck@allentowndiocese.org. More information is available at CATHOLIC CHARITIES 2018 GALA RAFFLE If you didn t get a chance to buy a ticket for the Gala s Raffle last weekend, you can still buy one if you call the Rectory at Cost: $10 per ticket or 3 tickets for $20. Drawing: March 4, First, Second and Third Prizes! COFFEE AND BAKED GOODS SOCIAL SUNDAY, MARCH 11 (Hosted by the Girl Scouts) Following the 9:30 AM Mass in Friendship Hall. Join your fellow Parishioners in fellowship and some friendly-time chat! SIMPLY BINGO! Saturday, March 3, 2018 $20.00 (Includes 24 regular games and 6 specials) Jackpot $300 Doors open 6:00 PM / Games begin 6:30 PM Refreshments available. Must be 18 years or older to play. Bring in a food item for the St. Vincent de Paul Society and receive a free regular game sheet for each! (Limit 3). OUR LADY OF MERCY SPAGHETTI DINNER Sunday, February 25 at the Church Hall 132 South 5 th Street There are three seating times: 1:30, 3:00 & 4:30 PM. Menu includes: salad, bread, spaghetti, meatballs and homemade desserts. Cost: Adults $10 / Children (ages 12 and under) $5 Tickets are available at the Parish Office or call GIFT CARDS Available at St. Theresa School A variety are available at the Main Office for instant in-person purchase: Wegmans, Giant, ShopRite, Valley Farm, Dunkin Donuts, Wawa, Starbucks, Panera Bread, Target, Wal-Mart, Amazon, TGIF Friday s, Red Robin, Chipotle, AMC Movies, Barnes & Noble, Longhorn / Olive Garden / Red Lobster (all on one card), Bonefish / Carrabba s / Outback (all on one card). You can also place an order for many other gift cards. Get your gift cards and earn cash for the School. Thanks for your support. MIRACLES AND THE MYSTERIES OF THE CHURCH Theology Professor John Cavadini of the University of Notre Dame will discuss Miracles and the Mysteries of the Church at 7:00 PM on March 13 at DeSales University. The lecture, hosted by The Salesian Center for Faith and Culture at DeSales University and sponsored by the Notre Dame Club of the Lehigh Valley, is free and open to the public. For details, please contact Kathy Link at kathylink33@gmail.com. NUT ROLL ORDERS FOR EASTER The Ladies Guild is now ready to take orders for Easter. Choice: Apricot, Lekvar, Poppyseed, Nut and Raspberry. Cost: $15 each. To guarantee a roll please call Cindy or Linda by March 9. These rolls may be picked up during the Guild s Easter Bake Sale the weekend of March 24 and 25. Ladies Guild s Easter Bake Sale March 24 and 25 Bakers are needed! Drop off your baked goods Saturday, 9:00-11:00 AM or 4:00-6:00 PM; Sunday, no later than 8:00 AM, Friendship Hall

10:45 AM Monday, February 26 Knights of Columbus Officers Meeting, 7:00 PM, Parish Center Brownies, 6:00-7:30 PM, Friendship Hall Tuesday, February 27 Daisies, 6:00-7:00 PM, Friendship Hall

PM, Friendship Hall Stations of the Cross, 7:00 PM, Church Bible Study, 7:40 PM, Friendship Hall Thursday, March 1 Children s Way of the Cross, 8:45 AM (All are welcome) Confessions and Eucharistic

School Mass with Exposition, 8:45 AM (All are welcome) NOTE: No 8:00 AM Mass Eucharistic Adoration following the School Mass Benediction, 12:00 Noon Pizza Night (Hosted by the Knights of Columbus),

Confessions, 4:00-4:30 PM YMS Mass, 5:00 PM BINGO, Refreshments 6:00 PM / Games begin, 6:30 PM Sunday, March 4 (3 rd Sunday of Lent) Saint Vincent de Paul Society, 7:00 PM, Parish Center Upcoming

Confirmation Celebration at Saint Ursula, Fountain Hill. BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION An easy way to earn money for St.

When the School redeems the coupons it EARNS 10 for every Box Tops Coupon. The Faith Community of St.

4 PARISH CALENDAR OF EVENTS STS = St. Theresa School PREP = Parish Religious Education Program Sunday, February 25 (2 nd Sunday of Lent) Girl Scout Cookie Sale following all Masses Saucon Valley Manor Communion Service (Main Building), 10:45 AM Monday, February 26 Knights of Columbus Officers Meeting, 7:00 PM, Parish Center Brownies, 6:00-7:30 PM, Friendship Hall Tuesday, February 27 Daisies, 6:00-7:00 PM, Friendship Hall Wednesday, February 28 Saucon Valley Manor: Communion Service (Main Building), 9:30 AM Weston Communion Calls PREP Levels 1-6, 4:30-5:45 PM, Friendship Hall and School Lenten Soup Supper, 5:30-6:30 PM, Friendship Hall Stations of the Cross, 7:00 PM, Church Bible Study, 7:40 PM, Friendship Hall Thursday, March 1 Children s Way of the Cross, 8:45 AM (All are welcome) Confessions and Eucharistic Adoration, 6:00-7:00 PM PREP Levels 7-8, 6:30-7:45 PM, School Friday, March 2 (First Friday) First Friday Confessions, 7:30-8:00 AM First Friday Devotions to the Sacred Heart, 8:00 AM First Friday School Mass with Exposition, 8:45 AM (All are welcome) NOTE: No 8:00 AM Mass Eucharistic Adoration following the School Mass Benediction, 12:00 Noon Pizza Night (Hosted by the Knights of Columbus), 4:30-6:30 PM, Friendship Hall Saturday, March 3 (First Saturday) First Saturday Confessions, 7:00-7:30 AM First Saturday Rosary, 7:30 AM Mass with Commemoration for Our Lady of Fatima, 8:00 AM Confessions, 4:00-4:30 PM YMS Mass, 5:00 PM BINGO, Refreshments 6:00 PM / Games begin, 6:30 PM Sunday, March 4 (3 rd Sunday of Lent) Saint Vincent de Paul Society, 7:00 PM, Parish Center Upcoming Events First Reconciliations for First Communion Candidates: Saturday, March 10, 10:00 AM Lenten Penance Service: Monday, March 12, 7:00 PM Confirmation: Wednesday, March 14, 4:30 PM, Regional Confirmation Celebration at Saint Ursula, Fountain Hill. BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION An easy way to earn money for St. Theresa School BUY products with a Box Tops Coupon, CLIP the Coupons, and SEND them to the School Office or place them in the box in the main vestibule of the Church. When the School redeems the coupons it EARNS 10 for every Box Tops Coupon. The Faith Community of St. Theresa s welcomes its newest members through the Sacrament of Baptism: ALEC THOMAS HOLDEN JASE ELLIOT HOSAK Congratulations to the Parents and Godparents on this happy occasion. DIOCESAN MARRIAGE CONFERENCE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Early Bird Registration is now open for the Diocesan Marriage Conference on Saturday, April 14, The conference will be held at St. Ignatius Loyola Parish in Sinking Spring. Sign up soon for the discount! Child Care is available. Visit to learn more. For any questions call , ext WEDNESDAY LENTEN SOUP SUPPERS Now through March 21 st 5:30-6:30 PM / Friendship Hall (No Soup Supper on March 14 th due to Confirmation.) We are looking for volunteers to assist us in setting up, serving, and cleaning up. We are also looking for volunteers to make a large pot of chicken soup. Containers of soup can be dropped off on Wednesday in Friendship Hall, labelled Soup Supper by 3:30 PM. To volunteer or for more information, please call Isabella ( ). FAMILY HOLY HOURS These Family Holy Hours are designed to foster an encounter between God and you, parents and children, and families. Bring your whole family to encounter Christ! Stay for a few minutes or for the whole hour. Babies, toddlers, children, teens, young adults, and adults are all welcome! Next Family Holy Hours in our area: March 18 1:00 PM Saint Rocco / 6658 School Street / Martins Creek DESIGNER HANDBAG BINGO! Sunday, April 15 Leithsville Fire Company Social Hall Featuring Michael Kors, Coach, Kate Spade and Dooney & Bourke Sponsored by St. Theresa s Ladies Guild 20 Games $25.00 in advance / $30.00 at the door Doors open 11:30 AM / Bingo begins 1:00 PM 50/50, Tricky Tray, Specials, 2 Mystery Prizes! Food and Refreshments available. For tickets call Brenda ( ) or Cindy ( )

TRIDUUM RETREAT with Sr. Barbara DeStefano An Ongoing Journey to the Great Easter Vigil March 19, 2018 / 6:45-9:00 PM / $25 St.

Join us as we explore the power of prayer and how it can change our lives from a string of anxious moments to a seamless encounter with the Lord.

Please pick up a brochure in the vestibule to register or call 610-867-8890.

Free-will offering to benefit the Rice Bowl Collection.

5 TRIDUUM RETREAT with Sr. Barbara DeStefano An Ongoing Journey to the Great Easter Vigil March 19, 2018 / 6:45-9:00 PM / $25 St. Francis Center for Renewal / 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem The season of Lent calls us to a change of heart and a deepening of relationship with God. How can we do this? Join us as we explore the power of prayer and how it can change our lives from a string of anxious moments to a seamless encounter with the Lord. Together we will examine the ways that we pray and how our personality, lifestyle, and level of spirituality can shape our prayer life. Please pick up a brochure in the vestibule to register or call LENT 2018 WEDNESDAY SOUP, STATIONS, AND SCRIPTURE Now through March 21 st SOUP SUPPER 5:30 to 6:30 PM in Friendship Hall Come and enjoy a variety of homemade soups, bread, and beverages. Free-will offering to benefit the Rice Bowl Collection. STATIONS OF THE CROSS 7:00 PM in the Church The Way of the Cross with Text from the Sacred Scriptures BIBLE STUDY 7:40 PM in Friendship Hall Sister Lorraine will explore with you the theme of Biblical Women: Portraits of Faith and Trust. The sessions will last 45 minutes to one hour. NOTE: No Soup Supper, Stations, or Scripture Study on Wednesday, March 14 th, due to Confirmation. THURSDAY STATIONS OF THE CROSS Now through March 22 nd 8:45 AM March 1 Children s Way of the Cross (All are welcome) March 8 Everyone s Way of the Cross ENCOUNTERING OUR MERCIFUL SAVIOR THURSDAY EVENING EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND CONFESSIONS Now through March 22 nd 6:00-7:00 PM FRIDAY MORNING CONFESSIONS Now through March 23 rd 7:30-8:00 AM ST. THERESA PRAYER LINE If you would like to join us in praying for others intentions OR if you have a prayer intention, please contact Colleen Fitzgerald at colleenfitz0@gmail.com or call Fred Giordano at All prayer intentions are kept confidential. MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, February 25 Second Sunday of Lent 5:00 PM (Sat.) Ralph & Juel Voit (Fred & Kate Giordano) 8:00 James Thompson (Wife) 9:30 Helen Bergenheier (Joe & Kathy Hagovsky) 11:00 People of the Parish Monday, February 26 Lenten Weekday 8:00 Theresa DeNino (Eleana Melega) Tuesday, February 27 Lenten Weekday 8:00 John Fliszar (Wife, Lorraine) Wednesday, February 28 Lenten Weekday 8:00 Angelo & Irene Giordano (Walter & Anna Rasich) Thursday, March 1 Lenten Weekday 8:00 Rose Falatek (Margaret Falatek) Friday, March 2 Lenten Weekday 8:45 Little Flower Society Saturday, March 3 Lenten Weekday 8:00 Bunny Krueger (Saint Theresa Faculty & Staff) Sunday, March 4 Third Sunday of Lent 5:00 PM (Sat.) Tillie Petruno (Lori, Debbie, and Families) 8:00 Anna Zaffiro (Shupe Family) 9:30 Kenneth Herb (Wife, Josephine) 11:00 Memorial Fund VOTIVE CANDLE FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 25, 2018 The Sanctuary Candle burns this week in honor of our Lord s Real Presence in the Blessed Sacrament for Amy Reinert given by Earl and Erika Hill. The Saint Theresa Candle burns this week for Kay Viola given by Elaine Rogers. FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS AND EUCHARISTIC ADORATION March 2 First Friday Confessions 7:30-8:00 AM Devotions to the Sacred Heart 8:00 AM Mass 8:45 AM (Adoration following Mass) Benediction 12:00 Noon SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY Do you need help or know someone who does? The Saint Vincent de Paul Society provides food and financial assistance to those experiencing emergency situations. If you, or someone you know, needs aid, please contact the Society at Thank you to all who donate to our Food Bank. Baskets for the items are located at the side vestibules of the Church please watch expiration dates! PROTECTING GOD S CHILDREN WORKSHOP At the Safe Environment Office adjoined to Bethlehem Catholic High School 2133 Madison Avenue, Bethlehem Monday, February 26, 2018 / 5:30 PM To register call (ext. 2016)

MINISTERS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 26 TH MARCH 4 TH Altar Server for 8:00 AM Weekday Masses February 26 March 1 : Johanna Zimmerli Wednesday, February 28 (Stations of the Cross) 7:00 PM

6 MINISTERS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 26 TH MARCH 4 TH Altar Server for 8:00 AM Weekday Masses February 26 March 1 : Johanna Zimmerli Wednesday, February 28 (Stations of the Cross) 7:00 PM Altar Servers: Justin Clements / Matt & Kevin Yusella Saturday, March 3 (3 rd Sunday of Lent) 5:00 PM Lector: Frank Krakowski / EEM: Carol Krakowski Altar Servers: Cecilia & Johanna Zimmerli Organist: Young Musicians Society Sunday, March 4 (3 rd Sunday of Lent) 8:00 AM Lector: Tom Callihan / EEM: Chris Roth Altar Servers: Claire Smith / Mason Beckowski Organist: TBA 9:30 AM Lector: Kevin Yusella / EEM: Joel Silverthorn Altar Servers: Robert Ruhl / Thomas Thornburg Music: Choir / Marcia Bachochin 11:00 AM Lector: Karen Carbonara / EEM: Peggy Vietro Altar Servers: Owen & Declan Fitzgerald Organist: Grace Zajacek Sunday Communion Calls Routes A and C: Karen Carbonara COLLECTION SCHEDULE February 25 (1 Collection) Sunday and School Support March 4 (1 Collection). Sunday and School Scholarship March 11 (1 Collection) Sunday March 18 (1 Collection). Sunday and School Support St. Theresa of the Child Jesus offers ONLINE GIVING. This service is safe and secure. You may use your checking, savings, VISA or Mastercard to make your donations. Sign up for Online Giving by visiting our Parish Website at and select the Online Giving Link. If you need assistance with signing up, please feel free to call the Rectory at Please call the Parish secretary, Donna Russo, at to register. Rectory Office Hours: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Friday, closed Saturday and Sunday. I WILL WALK BEFORE THE LORD IN THE LAND OF THE LIVING. SAVE THIS DATE! Friday, March 2 / 4:30-6:30 PM Friendship Hall (Hosted by the Knights of Columbus) COFFEE AND BAKED GOODS SOCIAL SUNDAY, MARCH 11 (Hosted by the Girl Scouts) Following the 9:30 AM Mass in Friendship Hall. Join your fellow Parishioners in some friendly-time chat! WOMEN S LENTEN RETREAT Preparing Our Souls for Our Savior The Commission for Women of the Diocese of Allentown invites all women to the Preparing Our Souls for Our Savior Lenten Retreat being held at the Diocesan Shrine of Saint Therese of Lisieux (Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus), 1 Garibaldi Ave., Nesquehoning on Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The cost is $ The morning will include Mass, continental breakfast, spiritual reflection with Holy Hour and Stations of the Cross. The Retreat Presenter is Reverend Allen J. Hoffa, Rector of the Shrine. Register online at or call , ext For questions or further information please contact Joanie Norelli at or cfw@allentowndiocese.org. Hope to see you there! EXPOSITION OF SACRED RELICS: TREASURES OF THE CHURCH The Office of Adult Formation of the Diocese of Allentown presents teaching and an Exposition of Sacred Relics: Treasures of the Church on Monday, March 12, 2018 at 7:00 PM St. Catharine of Siena Church, Reading. Father Carlos Martins of the Companions of the Cross will be there with his very special ministry to teach about these holy objects. He will bring with him over 150 relics, some as old as 2000 years. Among the treasures will be relics of St. Therese of Lisieux (Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus, the Little Flower"), St. Maria Goretti, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Faustina Kowalska. In addition, there will also be present a portion of the veil of Our Lady, as well as one of the largest remaining pieces of the True Cross in the world. Those in attendance will be able to examine and venerate each relic. In the Church s history many miracles and healings have been worked in the presence of relics, and many have been healed through this ministry. Please do not miss this opportunity. You are encouraged to bring your articles of devotion (such as rosaries, holy cards, etc.) and pictures of ill friends or family members which you will be able to touch to the reliquaries as a means of intercession. For any questions the Office of Adult Formation at adultformation@allentowndiocese.org or call (610) , ext The Lord never tires of forgiving, it is we who tire of asking for forgiveness. Pope Francis

7 STAY UP TO DATE WITH CATHOLIC CHARITES OF THE DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN ON FACEBOOK! Go to to follow along for updates on events, client stories, services and programs! Once you are our friend, you can invite your friends and family members to be a part of our community. The best way for our mission to grow is by liking, sharing and commenting on our posts! We appreciate all your continued help and support. Catholic Charities touches so many people and with your help, it can reach so many more! STAFF Pastor: Rev. Jerome A. Tauber, M. Div., S.T.B. Permanent Deacon: Deacon Gerald R. Schmidt Pastoral and Educational Services: Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Sr. Miriam Dennis Sculley, Sr. Marie Eugene Reed, Sr. E. Therese Paull, Sr. Marian Bernadette Chuk, Sr. Anita Patrick Gallagher, Sr. Lorraine Holzman Director of Religious Education: Sr. Lorraine Holzman, I.H.M. Principal: Mrs. Diana Tice RCIA Coordinator: Mrs. Ann Lewis Commissioned Lay Ministers Mrs. Linda Dull, Ms. Loretta Ulincy Parish Seminarian Jeremy Leidich Parish Secretary Mrs. Donna Russo (sttheresacj@gmail.com) Business Manager / Bookkeeper Mrs. Rosemary Benner (finance.sttheresacj@gmail.com) Bulletin Editor Isabella LaTassa (bulletin.sttheresacj@gmail.com) GROUP LEADERS Bereavement Ministry Sr. E. Therese Paull, IHM Boy Scouts Mr. Steven Moser and Mr. Curt Fitzgerald Coordinator for Altar Servers Mrs. Barbara Ruhl Coordinator for Lectors and Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers Mrs. Lisa Albitz and Dr. Francis J. Vasko CYO Denise Tino Neff and Rebecca Freeh Adomshick Divine Mercy Prayer Group Mrs. Colleen Fitzgerald Girl Scouts Mrs. Hilary Jebitsch Grief Support Linda Dull and Miriam Martin Holy Name President Mr. Edward Olearczyk Home and School Association President Mrs. Tiffany Seifert Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Mr. John Marlin Ladies Guild President Isabella LaTassa Prayer Line Mrs. Colleen Fitzgerald and Mr. Fred Giordano Pro Life Mrs. Donna Murphy Seniors President Mrs. Nancy Mosko That Man Is You Dr. David McGonagle Young Musicians Society Mrs. Ellen Zimmerli Please call the Parish secretary, Donna Russo, at to register. Rectory Office Hours: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Friday, closed Saturday and Sunday. Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator: Ms. Wendy S. Krisak, M.A., NCC, LPC Direct Telephone Number: Direct victimsassistance@allentowndiocese.org The Diocese of Allentown provides assistance to anyone who, as a minor, was sexually abused by a priest or a deacon, or by an employee or volunteer of the Diocese / Parish / School. Parents, guardians, children, and survivors of sexual abuse are invited and encouraged to contact the Diocese of Allentown for more information about this program. The Diocese is committed to assisting all victims in the pursuit of emotional and spiritual well-being. The fullness of compassion should be extended to these victims by the entire Church. Diocesan Safe Environment Program The Diocese of Allentown requires all clergy, all diocesan/parish/school employees, all adult volunteers (anyone over 18) who work with children and youth on behalf of our Diocese, Parishes or Schools, and all supervisors of programs/clubs/activities for children and youth to be in total compliance with all stipulations of the PA Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) and with all the requirements of the Diocesan Safe Environment Program (Protecting God s Children). All clearance requirements must be completed. No exemptions may be granted. To learn more about the Diocese of Allentown s Youth Protection Programs, Sexual Abuse Policy, and Code of Conduct, please visit and click on Youth Protection in the upper right hand corner, or contact the Diocesan Coordinator or our Parish Safe Environment Coordinators. Diocesan Safe Environment Coordinator: Sr. Meg Cole, S.S.J., M.S., LMFT 2145 Madison Ave., Bethlehem, PA Phone: , ext mcole@allentowndiocese.org Parish Safe Environment Coordinators: Sr. Lorraine Holzman, I.H.M. (Phone: ) Mrs. Rosemary Benner (Phone: ) HOSPITAL VISITS On being admitted to any area hospital, please give the hospital our Parish Code #177. Also, please notify the Rectory Office ( ). NOTE: HIPAA Privacy Regulations prohibit any hospital, nursing home or medical institution to release your name for pastoral services unless you explicitly authorize them to do so. ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please call the Rectory Office to arrange for an Anointing. Emergency calls are accepted any time, day or night. COMMUNION CALLS TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND Please call the Rectory Office to make arrangement. CONFESSIONS Saturdays: 4:00-4:30 PM; First Fridays: 7:30-8:00 AM; First Saturdays: 7:00-7:30 AM; and by appointment. BAPTISMS Baptisms are celebrated on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM. Please call the Rectory Office to register for a Baptism and the required Baptism Preparation Class or for information regarding qualified Godparents. WEDDINGS Engaged couples should make arrangements with one of the Parish Priests at least one year in advance of their intended Wedding. The required Diocesan Preparation Program, One in Christ, should be completed at least six months prior to the intended Wedding

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