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

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1 Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Hellertown, Pennsylvania Photo Courtesy of Jan Doddy 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: 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 2018 BISHOP S ANNUAL APPEAL 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 Coordinator: Sr. Lorraine Holzman, I.H.M. Phone: Assistant: Mrs. Donna Russo Phone: Visit and click on Youth Protection to learn more about the Diocese of Allentown s Children and Youth Protection Programs. 0168

2 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, When God the Father sent His Son into the world to be our Savior and Redeemer, He knew that His Son would need the love, protection and guidance of a mother and foster-father. The Father carefully picked Mary and Joseph to fulfill these integral roles for His beloved Son. Jesus clearly loved His mother. Mary cared for Him both as a mother and as a disciple. With great tenderness, she nurtured Him as a child, teaching Him to pray to our Heavenly Father. With great faith and trust, she followed Him as a disciple, knowing that He is the Way to Eternal Life. With compassion, as she stood at the foot of the Cross, she offered her Son back to the Father, trusting that His sacrifice and her sacrifice had meaning and purpose. With confident hope, she waited for His resurrection to new and glorious life. God the Father picked Mary to be the mother of His Incarnate Son for He knew the invaluable and irreplaceable role that Mary has in Jesus life. God the Father knows that each of us needs a mother to nurture and guide us. He knows that mothers, with their unique feminine strength and wisdom, show us the love, mercy and compassion of God. Today, as we celebrate Mother s Day, we celebrate a spiritual reality. We celebrate all the women mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, foster mothers, godmothers, etc. who bring us the love of God. May all the women who offer a mother s undying and unconditional love be abundantly blessed and honored for showing us the face and heart of God. Through the Intercession of Our Lady of Fatima, May the Peace of Christ be with You Always, Father Tauber 2018 BISHOP S ANNUAL APPEAL Called to Serve Parish Goal: $59,495 Pledges and 1-Time Gifts: $38,118 Amount Collected: $28,363 While Christ s call to serve is unique and personal for each Disciple, every member of our Family of Faith can know with absolute certainty that every one of us is Called to Serve. The Bishop s Annual Appeal is a beautiful expression of the Church s mission to share the goodness and mercy of Christ. Together we bring the love of God to tens of thousands of local children, adults and families throughout our entire Diocese. For more information or to make a gift, pick up a pledge form at the entrances of the Church. You can make your gift online at or by calling the Appeal Office at You may also see this year s video by visiting the Appeal website. Thank you for answering YES to the Call to Serve. MEMORIAL DAY MASS AT HOLY SAVIOUR CEMETERY Mass will be celebrated on the grounds at Holy Saviour Cemetery on Saturday, May 26 th, 10:00 AM, in commemoration of Memorial Day. In the event of inclement weather, please contact the Holy Saviour Cemetery Office at for correct location. MOTHER S DAY REMEMBRANCES Good and Gentle God, we pray in gratitude for our mothers who have joined with You in the wonder of bringing forth new life. We pray especially for God s blessing upon all the mothers entrusted to our prayers on the Mother s Day envelopes. On every weekend of the month of May, our Knights of Columbus will lead a Decade of the Rosary before every Sunday Mass. Please come a few minutes earlier to join us in seeking Mary s intercession for the sick and suffering, the protection of life, peace throughout the world, and for our families and Parish. FAREWELL MASS FOR SISTER BERNADETTE AND SISTER ANITA Sunday, June 3, 9:30 AM We welcome new people into our lives with a joyful heart. When the time comes to say farewell, we do so with a grateful but heavy heart. For the last eight years it has been a joy and blessing for our Parish and School communities to have had Sister Marian Bernadette Chuk and Sister Anita Patrick Gallagher as members of our Family of Faith. This summer we will have to say farewell to both of them as they take on new assignments for their Religious Community, the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. While we will have them with us for a few more months, on Sunday, June 3, we will formally express our gratitude and best wishes at the 9:30 AM Mass. You will be able to express your personal thanks and best wishes at a reception in Friendship Hall following the Mass. 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! Prayer resources will be provided for both children and adults in English and Spanish. Next Family Holy Hour in our area: June 10, 11:00 AM Holy Ghost Church / 417 Carlton Avenue, Bethlehem RCIA THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS Are you unbaptized or do you belong to another denomination/religion and are interested in learning about the Catholic Faith? This is the time to explore and develop your faith enough so you can make an informed initial decision about entering the Catholic Church. If you are interested, please call the Rectory at and a member of our RCIA Team will contact you to explain the process. COFFEE AND BAKED GOODS SOCIAL Sunday, May 20 In Friendship Hall immediately following the 9:30 AM Mass. Join your fellow Parishioners for some friendly-time chat!

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 invites all Parishioners, Family, and Friends to join us in honoring Mary at our School Mass on Friday, May 18, at 8:45 AM. The May Crowning will follow the Mass. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. HOAGIE SALE Yarnall s Subs and Sandwiches $5.50 each. All Subs are 10 and have lettuce and tomato. Choices: Italian Plain, Italian with Onions, Italian Everything, Turkey, Roast Beef, Tuna, and Ham. Orders: Due by Wednesday, May 23. Pick up: Wednesday, May 30, between 3:00-4:00 PM, Friendship Hall. Order Forms are available in the School Office and the main vestibule of the Church. Payment is due with your order. NOTE: Hoagie Order Forms with payment can be placed in the Sunday Collection by Sunday, May 20. PARISH CALENDAR PLANNING MEETING There will be a Parish Calendar Planning Meeting early June in Friendship Hall. (Watch upcoming bulletins for the exact date.) Please send a representative from your group / organization to schedule any special events from July 1, 2018 through June 30, Any scheduling conflicts will be resolved at that time. Please bring a list of all your regular meetings (whether or not they occur on the same day of the month, at the same time, and same place) and a copy for the Rectory. No dates will be reserved before that meeting. We thank all our current Altar Servers for their generous service to the Parish and hope that many more of our Parish children will join them in this ministry. SAVE THE DATE! PASSPORT TO PARIS Saint Theresa School and Parish ANNUAL GALA AND AUCTION Friday, October 12, 2018 Details will be announced later this year. THE SPIRIT: A CELEBRATION OF SURPRISES Saint Francis Center for Renewal / 395 Bridle Path Road May 21, 2018 / 6:45 9:00 PM Offering: $25 / Deposit: $15 (Includes Refreshments) Registration sheets are available in the vestibule of the Church. MOTHERS DAY CARNATION SALE following all Masses on May 12 and 13 Benefits Pennsylvanians for Human Life and Mary s Shelter. Please remember your mother and support these organizations. (Sponsored by St. Theresa s KOC.) BLESSINGS FOR MOTHERS During the Masses for Mothers Day, Saturday, May 12 th and Sunday, May 13 th, we will have a Blessing for all mothers. Immediately following the Masses, the Priests will offer individual blessings and present each mother with a Prayer Card. GIVING TREE AND BABY BOTTLE DRIVE FOR MARY S SHELTER (Sponsored by St. Theresa s KOC) Our Knights of Columbus have placed a Giving Tree in the main vestibule of the Church to help Mary s Shelter. Please take a tag off the tree and purchase the item(s) indicated on that tag and place it in the box in the vestibule. These items will be delivered directly to Mary s Shelter for Expectant Mothers in Bethlehem. They also have placed baby bottles under the tree. Take a bottle and fill it with your spare change from your lunches, dinners, shopping trips, etc. Return the bottle the weekend of Father s Day (June 16 and 17). You would be surprised how a little spare change can really change a mother s and child s life. 100% of the spare change will be given to Mary s Shelter. I.H.M. COMPANIONS Tuesday, May 22 Day of Reflection 10:00 AM 3:00 PM / I.H.M. Conference Center Saint Katherine Drexel Estate, Bryn Mawr, PA This is an event that is open to anyone who may be interested in attending; it is not only for the Companions! Please contact Sister Marie Eugene ( ) for more information. THANK YOU TO OUR RETIRING ALTAR SERVER We extend our deepest appreciation to our soon-tobe High School Graduate, Marisa Linsky, who has faithfully served our Parish as an Altar Server for nine years. Our Parish Community will publicly thank her for her dedication and service at the Senior Altar Server Appreciation Mass on Sunday, May 13, at the 9:30 AM Mass. May God bless Marisa with His grace, fill her heart with His joy, and give her wisdom and courage as He guides her in all her future endeavors. In return may she always be His faithful Disciple. CROSS COUNTRY SIGN-UPS Open to all boys and girls in grades Kindergarten through 8 th Grade. Practices begin August 1 st, meets on Sundays in September and October. Registration closes June 5, GIRLS VOLLEYBALL SIGN-UPS Open to girls in 4 th through 8 th Grades. Practices begin August 1, Registration closes June 5, If you are interested in either of these two sports, contact Denise Neff (dtneff@gmail.com) for details

4 PARISH CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, May 13 (7 th Sunday of Easter / Mother s Day) One Decade of the Rosary before all Masses Blessing of Mothers following all Masses Saucon Valley Manor Communion Service (Main Building), 10:45 AM Rosary: Monday through Thursday 7:30 AM; Friday 8:00 AM Monday, May 14 Altar Server Training, 3:00-4:00 PM, Church Brownies, 6:00-7:30 PM, Friendship Hall Tuesday, May 15 Daisies, 6:00-7:00 PM, Friendship Hall Wednesday, May 16 Saucon Valley Manor: Communion Service (Main Building), 9:30 AM / Mass (Building 2), 9:30 AM Weston Communion Calls Altar Server Training, 4:30-5:30 PM, Church Thursday, May 17 Pennsylvanians for Human Life, 7:00 PM, Parish Center Friday, May 18 No 8:00 AM Mass School Mass and May Crowning, 8:45 AM (All are welcome) Saturday, May 19 No 8:00 AM Mass Confessions, 4:00-4:30 PM Two Decades of the Rosary before the 5:00 PM Mass Glee Club Recital, 7:00 PM, Friendship Hall Sunday, May 20 (Pentecost) Two Decades of the Rosary before all Masses Coffee and Baked Goods Social, following the 9:30 AM Mass, Friendship Hall Baptisms, 1:00 PM CYO Banquet, 6:00-8:00 PM, Friendship Hall Upcoming Events Farewell Mass for Sister Bernadette and Sister Anita, Sunday, June 3, 9:30 AM St. Theresa School Eighth Grade Graduation Mass and Ceremony, Tuesday, June 5, 5:00 PM WEDDING BANNS BANNS II Andrew Suborits and Rebecca Nelson PARISH STEWARDSHIP Sunday Collection for 05/06/18.. $9,954 April School Support. $1,638 Maintenance and Repairs. $3,095 April 2018 Collections.. $45,968 Over (Under) April Budget of $54,130. $(8,162) Easter 2018 $18,497 Over (Under) Easter 2017 of $24,128 $(5,631) Thank you for your generous and faithful support. SIMPLY BINGO! Saturday, June 2 / Jackpot: $375 $20.00 (Includes 24 regular games and 6 specials) 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). SIXTH ANNUAL QUO VADIS / FOURTH ANNUAL FIAT DAYS Sunday, July 15 to Thursday, July 19, DeSales University We invite you to join the seminarians of the Diocese of Allentown and Sisters from various women's religious communities at the 2018 Quo Vadis / Fiat Days at DeSales University from Sunday, July 15 to Thursday, July 19. This five-day event will include time for personal and group prayer, Mass and other Catholic devotions, talks by priests and religious sisters, and sports and other activities. Quo Vadis is open to young men ages 14 to 18 and Fiat Days is open to young women from ages 14 to High School graduates are also welcome. Limited number of spaces available. The registration fee is $50 before June 15. After June 15, the registration fee is $75. Registration deadline is June 29. No registrations after the deadline will be accepted. For more details and registration material, please see our webpages at and PARISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM (PREP) Registrations and re-registrations for the PREP Year and fees are now being accepted until May 31 st. New students need a copy of their Baptismal Certificate unless baptized here at St. Theresa Parish. To register please contact Sister Lorraine at or PREP.sttheresacj@gmail.com. Fee: $80 student; $150 2 students; $210 3 or more students First Eucharist Fee: $30 Level 3 Confirmation Fee: $50 Level 8 Fees assist in providing books, supplies, and other needs for class. Sacramental Fees assist in retreats and additional sacramental materials. Religion class for students attending Non-Catholic School are held on the following days: Levels 1-6 / Wednesday afternoon / 4:30-5:45 PM Levels 7-8 / Thursday evening / 6:30-7:45 PM Two years of preparations are necessary for the reception of the Sacraments We are in need of Catechists and Aides in our PREP classes for the PREP Year. Without assistance the Program cannot exist. Please contact Sister Lorraine at for further information and for information on the required child protection clearances. SAINTS SIMON AND JUDE CHURCH 730 West Broad Street, Bethlehem 12 th Annual Treasures & Treats Food Fest Sunday, June 24 / 8:00 AM 2:30 PM Parish Social Hall Craft Items, Baked Goods, Raffle Baskets, Money Raffle Specialty Foods: Vicki s Tacos, Stromboli, Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Cabbage & Noodles, Rice, Pizza, Turkey BBQ, Hamburger BBQ, Chicken Flautas, Specialty Treats, Hot Dogs and more! All are welcome!

5 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Sunday, May 13 Seventh Sunday of Easter 5:00 PM (Sat.) Mother s Day Intentions 8:00 Mother s Day Intentions 9:30 Mother s Day Intentions 11:00 Mother s Day Intentions Monday, May 14 Saint Matthias, Apostle 8:00 Belmira Santos (Sisters, Margarida & Beatriz) Tuesday, May 15 Easter Weekday (Saint Isidore) 8:00 People of the Parish Wednesday, May 16 Easter Weekday 8:00 Anna Tauber (Fartel Family) Thursday, May 17 Easter Weekday 8:00 Joaquim T. DaSilva (Wife & Family) Friday, May 18 Easter Weekday (Saint John I, Pope, Martyr) 8:45 Mary Rita Montague (Joseph & Mary Murphy) Saturday, May 19 Easter Weekday No 8:00 AM Mass Sunday, May 20 Easter Weekday 5:00 PM (Sat.) Helen Gozzard (Denise Goodrich) 8:00 Deacon Gerald R. Schmidt (Ordination Anniversary, May 20, 2000) 9:30 Andrew Mosko (Wife & Children) 11:00 Pasquale Vietro (Wife Peggy & Son, Derek) VOTIVE CANDLE FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 13, 2018 The Sanctuary Candle burns this week in honor of our Lord s Real Presence in the Blessed Sacrament for Peg Rasich given by Family. The Saint Theresa Candle burns this week for Bob and Marie Gori given by Family. FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS AND EUCHARISTIC ADORATION June 1 First Friday Confessions 7:00-7:30 AM Devotions to the Sacred Heart 7:30 AM 8:00 AM Mass & 8:45 AM School Mass Adoration following the 8:45 AM Mass Benediction 12:00 Noon 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. 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! SAINT THERESA S (Hosted by Saint Theresa s Knights of Columbus) Lower Saucon Township s Town Hall Park 3700 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bethlehem (Located just west of Route 378) A summer gathering for our Parish and School Communities! Watch the bulletin for more details. MINISTERS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 14 TH MAY 17 TH Altar Server for 8:00 AM Weekday Masses May 14 May 17: Johanna Zimmerli Saturday, May 19 (Pentecost) 5:00 PM Lector: David Smith / EEM: Carol Krakowski Altar Servers: Landon Beckowski / Andrew Shupe Organist: TBA Sunday, May 20 (Pentecost) 8:00 AM Lector: Phil Mason / EEM: Chris Roth Altar Servers: Owen & Declan Fitzgerald Organist: Elizabeth Marlin 9:30 AM Lector: Lisa Albitz / EEM: Priscilla Dole Altar Servers: Henry Zimmerli / Daniel Lanning, Jr. Music: Adult Choir / Marcia Bachochin 11:00 AM Lector: Nancy Vasko / EEM: Fran Vasko Altar Servers: Aaron Koehler / Nicholas Pepe Organist: Grace Zajacek Sunday Communion Calls May 20 Routes A and C: Cheryl Kazan COLLECTION SCHEDULE May 13 (1 Collection). Sunday May 20 (1 Collection). Sunday May 27 (1 Collection) Sunday and School Support June 3 (1 Collection) Sunday and Air Conditioning 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 The Parish and School communities of Saint Theresa s welcome Mr. Louis M. Maio, Jr., our new Business Manager / Bookkeeper. If you have any questions regarding school tuition, online giving, or other financial matters you may call im at Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM 3:00 PM or Friday from 9:00 AM 2:00 PM

6 2018 BISHOP S APPEAL PRAYER Heavenly Father, Your Son, Jesus Christ, is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Help us to hear how He is calling us to serve our brothers and sisters in need and, through the power of the Holy Spirit, give us the wisdom, strength, and courage to answer His call. We ask this in the Name of our Risen Savior, who is Lord for ever and ever. Amen BISHOP S ANNUAL APPEAL Called to Serve While Christ s call to serve is unique and personal for each Disciple, every member of our Family of Faith can know with absolute certainty that every one of us is Called to Serve. The Bishop s Annual Appeal is a beautiful expression of the Church s mission to share the goodness and mercy of Christ. When announcing this year s Appeal, Bishop Schlert said, The Appeal makes it possible for parish communities, Catholic schools and ministries, Catholic Charities, laity, clergy, and religious to promote and follow Christ s teaching. Together we bring the love of God to tens of thousands of local children, adults and families throughout our entire Diocese Northampton, Schuylkill, Lehigh, Carbon, and Berks Counties. For more information or to make a gift, pick up a pledge form at the entrances of the Church. You can make your gift online at or by calling the Appeal Office at You may also see this year s video by visiting the Appeal website. Thank you for answering yes to the Call to Serve. 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! DEEPER: FINDING GOD S GRACE IN EVERY SEASON By Father Bob McConaghy Deeper, a collection of soul-kindling homilies by Father Bob McConaghy, invites us to take God s hand and experience His love and presence in every season of the liturgical year. Father Bob gives practical ways to live out your faith during Lent, Easter, Advent, Christmas, and the Ordinary Time. Let your spirit soak in love and grace at everys eason of the year as you deepen your relationship with the Lord. Deeper is published by Kerygma Books. All proceeds benefit the Home for the Abandoned Elderly in the Philippines. BETHLEHEM CATHOLIC FOOTBALL CAMP The Bethlehem Catholic High School Football Staff invites students going to grades 2 through 8 to participate in the 8 th Annual Golden Hawks Youth Football Camp from June 18 th to June 22 nd. The camp will provide the boys with an opportunity to learn and develop numerous football skills and techniques. They will work directly with our varsity football coaches, special guest coaches, current Becahi football players as well as recent Becahi graduates who are now playing college football. The camp consists of instructional sessions, competitions and fun activities. For more information and a brochure please visit or contact Coach Henrich at ext TWO TRIPS TO SIGHT AND SOUND THEATRE S J E S US Saturday, June 9 th Bus departure: Hellertown (behind Wendy s), 2:30 PM Dinner: Cracker Barrel pay for your own meal Arrive at Theatre: 6:45 PM / Show Time: 7:00 PM Departure from Theatre: 9:30 PM Return: 11:30 PM Hellertown (behind Wendy s) First come, first served / Seats located in center rows D,E,F,G Cost: $114 (cash or check) to be paid in full by May 9 th personally at Salon Mia (401 Main Street, Hellertown) Tuesday, June 12 th (Sponsor by Young and Restless) Bus departure: 7:15 AM Trans-Bridge Terminal or 8:00 AM Tobias Drive, Hellertown Show Time: 11:00 AM Lunch: 2:15 PM Hershey Farms (included in cost) Cost: $112 / Call: Fran THE SPIRIT: A CELEBRATION OF SURPRISES Saint Francis Center for Renewal 395 Bridle Path Road May 21, 2018 / 6:45 9:00 PM Speaker: Sister Virginelle Makos, OSF Offering: $25 / Deposit: $15 (Includes Refreshments) The Holy Spirit is the Gift of God the gift who always surprises us. The Spirit is the living God, who dwells in us, who moves our hearts, lives in the Church and walks with us on our journey. A gift of God our Father, the Holy Spirit dwells in us, moves our hearts and walks with us. He who fashioned the world, has the power to create newness in each day. Come celebrate the Spirit of surprises! Registration sheets are available in the vestibule of the Church. The Giant A+ School Rewards Program for this school year ended on March 15, Thank you to those who registered their Giant Bonus card for St. Theresa School. This program earned St. Theresa School of $4,294.24! Thank you so much for your support with this fundraiser!

7 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 Business Manager / Bookkeeper Mr. Louis M. Maio, Jr. (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 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. We the Living: There is Healing and Hope WEEKLY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Thursdays, 6:30 8:00 PM Saint Theresa Convent Meeting Room 255 Wilson Avenue, Hellertown We are those who are grieving the death of a loved one and those who wish to support them in their grieving. Each session includes prayer, information, and sharing. Groups are confidential. Last Session for Spring: May 17. 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 Coordinator: Sr. Lorraine Holzman, I.H.M. (Phone: ) Assistant: Mrs. Donna Russo (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. THE LORD HAS SET HIS THRONE IN HEAVEN

8 Mass Intentions for the deceased and for special intentions of the living can be requested through the Rectory Office. The suggested offering for a requested Mass Intention is $ For a lasting spiritual remembrance, you may enroll deceased loved ones in the Saint Theresa Memorial Fund. One of the Masses on the first Sunday of every month is offered for all enrolled in the Fund. There is also a remembrance at all the Masses celebrated on All Souls Day. A minimum donation of $25.00 is requested for the perpetual enrollment. Please contact the Rectory Office. Commemorate special occasions for loved ones, such as an anniversary or a birthday, by enrolling them in the Little Flower Society. A Novena of nine First Friday Masses is offered for all enrolled in the Society. There is also a remembrance at one of the Masses on the Feast of Saint Theresa. A minimum donation of $15.00 is requested for the perpetual enrollment. Please contact the Rectory Office. The Sanctuary Candle and the Saint Theresa Vigil Candle are available each week to memorialize a deceased loved one or for a special intention. The suggested offering for each candle is $ Please contact the Rectory Office. A Parish Book of Prayer Intentions can be found near the Tabernacle. Anyone may add their prayer intentions to this book. The intentions are remembered at every Mass. (Please respect other s privacy when adding your intentions.) Devotions First Friday Prayers to the Sacred Heart 8:00 AM First Saturday Rosary 7:30 AM May, October & November Rosary 7:30 AM Monday-Thursday / 8:00 AM Friday June Prayers to the Sacred Heart 7:30 AM Monday-Friday Eucharistic Adoration First Fridays when School is in session. Exposition after the School Mass, Benediction at 12:00 Noon. No Exposition or Adoration when School is not in session. Adult Choir: 9:30 AM Sunday Mass Young Musicians Society: 5:00 PM Mass 1 st Saturday of the month Diocesan Cemeteries Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem (Phone: ) Resurrection Cemetery, Allentown (Phone: ) ST. THERESA PRAYER LINE St. Theresa Church has formed a Prayer Line to offer prayers for other s intentions. Prayer intentions may be submitted to Colleen Fitzgerald at colleenfitz0@gmail.com or call Fred Giordano at Prayer intentions will be given to Prayer Line members only. Intentions may be specific or non-specific. You are welcome to give your name, but you may simply identify yourself as a parishioner. All members are to keep the intentions confidential. Praise reports will be sent to members when prayers have been answered. If you would like to join us in praying for others intentions, please provide your information in the Member Sign-Up Box. St. Theresa Prayer Line Member Sign-Up Name: Contact (please choose only one method of contact) VOLUNTEERING AT ST. THERESA S CHURCH / SCHOOL New requirements have been mandated by the State and Diocese for all volunteers who work with children and youth and all who supervise groups/programs/clubs/activities for children and youth. Every volunteer and supervisor is required to have all the following items: A Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check A Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Certificate A Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check (NOTE: Even if you got a waiver for volunteering for another organization, you must get the fingerprint check to be cleared by the Diocese) A Certificate that you have attended the required diocesan Protecting God s Children Workshop (NOTE: Even if you completed a safe environment workshop offered by another organization, you must still complete a diocesan PGC Workshop to be cleared by the Diocese) A Certificate that you have completed Mandated Reporter Training A signed Acknowledgement Form that you will abide by the Diocesan Code of Conduct A signed Acknowledgement Form that you will follow the Diocesan Abuse Reporting Policy All volunteers who work with children and youth and all who supervise groups/programs/clubs/activities for children and youth must complete all State and Diocesan Requirements before they begin working with children and youth. Please contact Sr. Lorraine Holzman ( ) or Donna Russo ( ) for application forms and/or further information and questions