L OYOLA THE CHURCH OF. Knowing God is more important than knowing about God. A ROMAN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY INSPIRED BY THE

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1 THE CHURCH OF S A I N T I G N AT I U S L OYOLA A ROMAN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY INSPIRED BY THE T R A D IT I O N O F S T. I G N A T IU S, ST. HEDWIG AND ST. M ARY'S ANNUNCIATION PARISHES. W e, the blended Catholic community of St. Ignatius Loyola, draw strength from Word and Sacrament, especially in the celebration of the Eucharist. Modeling Christ s work, we embrace our commitment to God s call. We remain faithful to the shared acts of prayer, study and service. Together we extend Christ s hospitality to others and light the path of peace for generations to come. Knowing God is more important than knowing about God. Karl Rahner, S.J.

2 T H E S U N D A Y L I G H T Page 2 View our information video at com Don t forget to check our grocery rebate program. Details can be found in the vestibule of the church. Your support is deeply appreciated. Bob Walsh, Coordinator In recognition of our need to give, and the many needs of our church and parish, and in gratitude for God s gifts to us, we declare our willingness to return a portion of our Treasure to our parish, as part of our total Christian stewardship. Sunday Tithe $13, Priests Collection $1, Total $15, Weekly Operating Budget $19, QUESTION OF THE WEEK Twenty-third third Sunday in Ordinary Time Rich in faith Reading I Isaiah 35:4-7 (Israel s deliverance) Reading II James 2:1-5 (against favoritism) Gospel Mark 7:31-37 (healing of a deaf-mute) Key Passage Listen, my beloved brothers and sisters. Has not God chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and to be heirs of the kingdom that he has promised to those who love him? (James 2:5) Adult When has your faith in Jesus enabled you to speak out on an issue of importance? Child What does your belief in Jesus mean to you? FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM Special Needs Catechists Needed: Our special needs religious education program is in need of 2 catechists. If you are a loving, patient person, we would love to have you work with our children. The class meets twice monthly on Sunday mornings. For further information, please call Carmella Faust at Important upcoming dates: Sunday, September 9th - Opening Religious Education Liturgy - 10:30 AM - Church Sunday, September 9th - 9:15 AM - Opening family assembly for Grades 1-6 in Good Shepherd gym Wednesday, September 12th - Released time for Grades 7 & 8. NO student will be released from the Middle School without the parents previously signing a permission form. UPCOMING TOWN HALL MEETING WORSHIP Monday, September 10 at 6:30pm in Conlan Hall In August, an invitation to the entire parish was sent and also included in the bulletin. Our first conversations about the Ministry of WORSHIP took place during this initial Town Hall Meeting. Instruction and discussions centered on our best liturgical experiences and areas of growth. Our Parish Pastoral Council has been studying, praying and creating a process which will enable our parish to carry out its mission. Please consider joining us at our next Town Hall Meeting to continue the discussion on Worship and making St Ignatius the best it can be. Interest forms: Those wishing to be members of the new Worship Committee will be asked to complete an Interest Form. Forms will be available at the end of the Town Hall Meeting or at the rectory. They need to be returned by 5:00 PM September 19th to the office. W E E K L Y M E D I T A T I O N Helping the deaf man and touching him, Immediately the man s ears were opened, his speech impediment was removed, and he spoke plainly. Once again we are reminded in today s Gospel reading of the wondrous deeds of Jesus. While most of us do not have the ability to touch others in this miraculous fashion, there are many ways that we can help those who are less fortunate. Ask yourself, Have I reached out and tried to make a difference in someone's life, or am I too consumed with my own well-being? Don t forget! Food Collection each and every weekend at the vestibules of Church and Chapel.

3 Page 3 S E P T E M B E R 9, FAREWELL FATHER ALEX Although he has been with us only two months, Father Alex Roche has become a part of our family. On Monday, he will fly to Rome to begin his final year of studies for his degree in Ecclesiology. We wish him safe travels and the guidance of the Holy Spirit as he writes and defends his thesis. His address will be: Rev. Alex J. Roche, Pontifical North American College, Vatican City State, Europe WELCOME TO OUR NEW PASTORAL ASSOCIATE With the sudden drop last year in the number of available priests, we learned early in the summer that Father Alex would not be replaced. Visiting clergy will be helping with Masses, but there is a great deal of other ministry that needs to be done. To fill the need, a lay person has been hired in the position of pastoral associate. While this position is new to our diocese, it has been common for a number of years in other parts of our country, Our Pastoral Associate is Mr. Anthony Butel and he will begin on Monday. A native of Kansas City, he has degrees in education, counseling, religious studies, and spirituality and so brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our parish. He will be working primarily with the ministries of Service and Word, but will also assist in other areas. Tony s wife, Catherine, is the new Diocesan Secretary for the Office of Parish Life, replacing Father John Lapera, our former pastor. They are currently residing in Scranton. CHICKEN BBQ - SEPTEMBER 15TH The Fundraising Committee will be sponsoring a Chicken Dinner on Saturday, September 15th. Serving times: 4:30 and 5:30 PM. Menu includes: 1/2 chicken, baked potato, corn salad, roll. Eat in or take out. Donation: $8.00. A bake sale will be held also. Tickets can be purchased at the rectory during regular business hours or by contacting Tom Havrilak at R.C.I.A. (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS) I N T E R E S T E D I N L E A R N I N G A B O U T T H E C A T H O L I C F A I T H? Have you ever thought about becoming a Catholic or has a friend or family members expressed interest? Do you have questions about the Catholic Church? Have you been coming to Mass regularly or often with family and friends? Have you thought about learning more about Catholic beliefs and practice? The RCIA provides an opportunity without any commitment, to ask questions, pray and experience what is meant by being a Catholic Christian and entering into a relationship with God and the Catholic community. If you are interested, please call Father Polednak at or our RCIA coordinator, Mary O Connor at MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW FOR MARY S MINISTRY FALL PARISH ACTIVITIES Tuesday, September 11th - Covered Dish Meeting and Social - at 6:00 PM in Conlan Hall. All members of our parish community are invited to participate. Contact Alice Naylis at by September 10th for details and to indicate the food dish you are able to provide. We will also have a brief business meeting to adopt our program of work calendar and spending plan for First Week of October - Flowers to Homebound; Tuesday, October 9th - Rosary Devotion at Fatima Grotto; October 13th-14th - Winter Clothing Collection to support our parish pastoral outreach ministry; Sunday, October 28th - Game Day Social - Conlan Hall - 1:00 to 4:00 PM - Details in mid-september; Saturday, November 10th - Spiritual Growth Day of Reflection in Mendham, NJ - see details in today s bulletin. The Altar Breads and Wine for this week are offered in memory of Michael Herbacsek requested by Sanctuary Candles Burn this week In Memory of Rose Budanovitz By In Memory of Elizabeth Allen By Prayer Cards We encourage you to spend quiet time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament throughout the week with a special prayer intention in mind. Just pick up a card after your visit to Church and send it off to the one in your prayer. The cards may be used on First Fridays by those attending Eucharistic Adoration. Think gospel! Please make room for your neighbor in church and slide to the center of the pew.

4 Regional Youth Ministry Comprised of the Catholic Communities of Swoyersville, Luzerne, Kingston, Larksville and Plymouth Voic or Announcement: We are proud to announce that one of our very own Regional Adult Leaders will be joining the NEW Diocesan Youth Ministry Team. Congratulations to Tommy McGrady, Manager of Special Youth Projects for the Diocese. Meeting Dates to Note: Tues., Sept. 11, :00 to 8:30 p.m. Regional Youth Ministry Coordinators Planning Session at Regional Rec Room, Kingston (Bergan Hall) Sun., Sept. 23, :00 to 8:00 p.m. ALL Parish Youth & Adult Leadership Teams for a COMBINED Leadership Team Planning Session At Regional Rec Room, Kingston ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND! Fatima Renewal Center Up & Over Retreat 7th & 8th Graders - September Visit: fatimarenewlcentor.org or call RYM voic at Support Regional Youth Ministry: We are looking for donations of paper products and other items we use frequently when hosting our monthly gathers: plastic cups, paper plates, napkins, paper towels, plastic forks, spoons and knives, iced tea mix/gatorade mix, kool aid mix, bottled water. Thank You St. Ignatius Chicken BBQ We are looking for help from our youth to volunteer at this year s Chicken BBQ. Your help is needed on Friday, September 14th at 5:00 PM and on Saturday, September 15th at 3:30 PM in Conlan Hall. Please call Jenn Frusciante at for more information or to volunteer. October 13, Regional Night at the Races St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Building, Swoyersville Benefits Youth & Adult Leadership opportunities and events in our region and beyond! **This event is for adults 21 years and older** Doors open: 5:30 PM Post time: 7:00 PM Sponsor a Horse $10.00-Free admission Donation: $ Admission only Event Sponsors: $ Full page ad $ /2 page ad Ads are due by Monday, October 1st. Please make checks payable to Regional Youth Ministry 339 N. Maple Ave., Kingston, PA Questions! Contact Brian Williams, our Regional Coordinator of Catholic Youth Ministry at Page 4 THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE Youth Choir Monday 6:30 PM Bergan Parish Center Worship Committee Monday 6:30 PM Conlan Hall Mary s Ministry Tuesday 6:00 PM Conlan Hall Social Concerns Tuesday 6:30 PM Bergan Parish Center Religious Formation Released Time Wednesday Diaconate Class Wednesday 6:30 PM Bergan Parish Center Loyola Singers Thursday 7:30 PM Church Contemporary Choir Thursday 7:30 PM Bergan Parish Center Chicken BBQ Saturday In Memoriam Robert J. Hughes Florence Long Florence Matley Teach us to give and not to count the cost. Ignatius of Loyola

5 S E P T E M B E R 9, Page 5 REMEMBERING September B U L L E T I N Monday 7:30 Marietta Boyd-LM Donna Magni 12:10 Robert & Marie Milligan-ALM Daughter Tuesday 7:30 Margaret Sullivan-LM Kopicki 12:10 Elinor Aufiero-ALM ALM Wednesday 7:30 Annette Capp-LM Audrey Spencer 12:10 Marie Jarnot-LM Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Boney Thursday 7:30 Louise Montague-LM Mary s Ministry 12:10 Gerry Maher-7th Nancy Flannery Friday 7:30 Brady & O Malley Fam.-ALM 12:10-William & Julia Umphred-ALM Saturday 7:30 Walter Falchek-ALM 4 PM Pauline Pauline Marcikowski-LM without Sunday we cannot live Senior Citizens The group meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 PM in Conlan Hall. All are welcome. NOVENA The Annual Nine Day Novena to St. Therese Little Flower of Jesus will begin on Sunday, September 23rd, at St. George Chapel, 79 Loomis St., Wilkes-Barre, and conclude on Monday, October 1st. Devotions will begin at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM except on Monday, October 1st at which time Mass and Novena prayers will be offered at 6:00 PM. Parishioners will keep the tradition of a great bake sale featuring Lebanese desserts on September 24, 25 and 26. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, call FOOD PANTRY UPDATE SOCIAL CONCERNS Again we thank you for your continued generosity. Due to recent large cuts in Pennsylvania funding for food pantries, the West Side Food Pantry s ability to even purchase surplus food is substantially diminished. CEO cannot even supply fruit juice to the Food Pantry. We, as disciples of Jesus Christ, when we do our food shopping, if we could remember these needy families, and buy some juice with our other needed items. Place them in the hamper box in the vestibule. Remember we see the face of Christ when we feed the hungry and give drink to the thirsty. (Matthew 25) WHAT DOES HOMELESSNESS LOOK LIKE? I T S T I M E T O T A K E A N O T H E R L O O K The Social Justice Committee of St. Therese s Church in Shavertown is sponsoring a three part series. Part 1: Providing Shelter - Wednesday, September 12th at 7:00 PM. Speakers: Sister Marie Larkin, Catherine McAuley House; Kristin Topolsky, Ruth s Place; Vince Kabacinski, Mother Theresa Haven and Miriam Blackwell, Salvation Army Kirby House. Please bring a donation of children s school supplies, hats, or gloves. Part 2: Seeking Food & Shelter-Wednesday, October 3rd at 7:00 PM and Part 3: Filling a Medical Void-Wednesday, November 7th at 7:00 PM. The Social Concerns Corner Check Here Every Week for the Latest Food Bank Information The Food Bank is in Need of the Following Items: *spaghetti sauce*beef stew*canned hams/chicken* Mixed fruit*vegetables*soup* (PLEASE PLACE ITEMS IN THE MARKED BASKETS ) Jack Kijek Monetary donations are also accepted, please make checks paya- ble to the Al Beech West Side Food Bank. 5:30 PM Connie Kondrak-LM THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! Temple Apts. Residence Club Just a reminder! Be sure to check your on-line/mailed copy of liturgy schedule often.

6 Page 6 T H E S U N D A Y L I G H T B O A R D MINISTRY SCHEDULE September 15 & 16 SPECIAL SPIRITUAL GROWTH OPPORTUNITY SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2012 Saturday 4:00 PM Don t be left out. Register NOW and join in a day of spiritual growth and reflection at the Sisters of Christian Charity Quellen Spiritual Center in Mendham, NJ. The program is from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM including lunch. Group travel from our Parish (by car or bus depending on numbers) will be arranged for interested participants departing about 7:00 AM and returning about 7:00 PM. A Power and A Tenderness: God s Extravagant Love Presented by Paula D Arcy Paula D Arcy, a writer, retreat leader, and conference and seminar speaker, travels widely in the United States, Canada, and abroad. She is also President of the Red Bird Foundation, which supports the growth and spiritual development of those in need and furthers a ministry both to those in prison and those living in third world or disadvantaged cultures. Her ministry grew from personal tragedy. A former psychotherapist who ministered to those facing issues of grief and loss, Paula worked with the Peale Foundation from Today her work includes leading workshops and retreats related to spirituality, aspiring writers, and women s gatherings, including Women s Initiation and Rites of Passage. Cost for this program is $35 including lunch excluding transportation. Space is limited. To make your reservation, call Sr. Carol Makravitz, SCC at (570) Checks payable to the Quellen Spiritual Center should be turned into the rectory by October 1, Anyone interested in group transportation is asked to contact Helen O Brien at ASAP for details. QUILT BINGO & BAKE SALE SS. Peter & Paul, 13 Hudson Road, Plains, will hold its Annual Quilt Bingo/Bake Sale on Sunday, October 7th in the school auditorium. The doors will open at Noon and the games start at 1:00 PM. If you are one of the lucky winners you will be able to choose the quilt of your choice (sizes range from baby quilts to full/queen quilts with various colors and shades.) All quilts are handmade. Admission is $5.00 and can be purchased at the door. Plenty of parking. Come and join us for a day of great good, beautiful prizes and lots of fun. without Sunday we cannot live B. Gabriesheski & M. Girton N. Bellas, D. Duesler, T. Jagoda, K. Hungarter, J. Lenahan, E. Rishcoff, M. Yendrzeiwski J. Callaghan, E. & J. Shoemaker Saturday 5:30 PM P. Endler & L. Palmeri M. Heffers, S. Rhoads, A. Naylis, K. Smedley B. & P.J. Endler & M. Tietje Sunday 7:00 AM Lector E. Dougherty J. Donlan, C. McGee. T. Verbyla Sunday 8:30 AM D. Castellani & S. Swaintek A. Maurer, P. Catellani, J. Semcheski M. & M. Lyons, N. Mirigliani Continued on page 7 Check us out! us at SILOffice@aol.com or browse our home page at

7 S E P T E M B E R 9, Page 7 MINISTRY SCHEDULE Sunday 10:30 AM L. Simms & R. O Connor M. Ferris, P. Kupetz, B. Rapach, G. Bokrosh, M. O Connor F. Bellia, M. & M. Kane Sunday 12 Noon S. Verdone & S. Arbogast N. Frusciante, T. Gazowski, C. Gazowski, D. Mosca Continued E. Cudo, K. McNulty, S. Touey REGIONAL YOUTH MINISTRY CONTACT INFORMATION For more information on how to get involved with the Regional Youth Ministry as a Youth Leader, please contact Brian Williams, our Regional Coordinator of Catholic Youth Ministry. The Regional Youth Ministry Voic is (570) and SJBRIAN@aol.com MASS INTENTIONS We will begin accepting Death Anniversary Masses for 2013 on Wednesday, September 12th. Please call the rectory and ask for Jen. Our mass schedule is subject to change at anytime. EUCHARISTIC ELEMENTS AND SANCTUARY CANDLES We are now accepting reservations for Anyone wishing to memoralize the Eucharistic Elements of Bread & Wine ($50 donation) or Sanctuary Candles ($25 donation), please call the rectory. ATTTENTION MINISTERS, LECTORS AND SERVERS If you need any days off for the October or November schedules, please call the rectory by September 15th. Thank you. PARKING ON MAPLE AVENUE Please remember that, as on Pringle Street, there is only one side parking on Maple Avenue at all times. Please seek spots in the parking lot. SHRINE TO ST. HEDWIG AND ST. MARY We are preparing to place a statue of St. Hedwig and St. Mary (from those churches) in front of Bergan Hall. This project will cost about $10,000. Anyone wishing to donate this cost or to contribute to it is asked to contact Father John. VIRTUS: PROTECTING GOD S CHILDREN FOR ADULTS PROGRAM Interested in supporting and protecting our children s future? Then please consider attending the diocesan-sponsored VIRTUS: Protecting God s Children for Adults Program. This training session is required for all adult volunteers who work a minimum of 20 hours or more per year with children. During the three-hour training, a facilitator, who will teach you the tools and show you the resources to maintain a safe environment for all children, will incorporate techniques in a discussion format to help you recognize the warning signs of child sexual abuse and how to respond to it appropriately and effectively. The next session will be held on Thursday, October 4th at St. Jude Elementary School, Mountaintop beginning at 6:00 PM. Please call Margaret Loveless at , ext. 225 to register. ROSARY RALLY Come to the 36th Annual Rosary Rally sponsored by the Knights of Columbus on Sunday, September 23rd. Procession begins at 2:15 PM at the American Legion, 259 Shoemaker St., Swoyersville. Devotions and Mass to follow at 3:00 PM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish (Holy Trinity Church), 116 Hughes St., Swoyersville. All are invited. PASTA DINNER TO HELP ERIC On Sunday, September 23rd, a Pasta Dinner will be held on Immaculate Conception Hall, 605 Luzerne Avenue, West Pittston. The proceeds from the dinner will benefit Eric, a young boy with a brain tumor receiving treatment at Sloan Kettering Hospital. Take-outs: 3:00-4:00 PM and Sit down: 3:00-6:00 PM. Food, fun and a Basket Raffle will also be held. Donation is $8.00. Please contact Elaine Whipple at BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements for the bulletin must be submitted at least nine days in advance of their intended printing. Special Note! Please send us your address and help us cut down on paper and postage.

8 Page 8 T H E S U N D A Y L I G H T Do not think that God is further from you when you are in the midst of the busyness which your vocation entails than he would be if you were enjoying a tranquil life. Frances de Sales

9 PARISH SCHOOLS Good Shepherd Academy: Principal, Mr. James Jones Phone: Holy Redeemer High School: Principal, Mrs. Anita Sirak Phone: Diocesan Secretary for Catholic Schools/Superintendent of Schools, Ms. Kathleen Hanlon YOUTH MINISTRY Our parish offers a comprehensive Youth Ministry, in conjunction with the Regional Youth Ministry, including community building, service, religious education and socialization. Watch the bulletin for ministry information. THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS This is a process the Catholic Church uses to bring adult members into the faith. Anyone interested in becoming a part of this process or in obtaining more information can call Mary O Connor at This journey in faith is concerned with the total formation of the person into living and serving with the Church community. BAPTISM Expectant and new parents are asked to participate in a seminar on Baptism. Please call the Rectory to schedule an appointment. Godparents are welcome to attend, though it is not required. Please call the rectory to register at your earliest convenience. The celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism is on the third Sunday of every month except during Lent. MARRIAGE Congratulations! You are asked to contact one of the parish priests at least six months before the date of your marriage so that the appropriate preparations can be made for this special celebration. VISITATION OF THE SICK Please call the office for visitation of the sick at home, in the hospital, or health care facility. SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK Urgent calls will be attended to at any time of the day or night. RELIGIOUS FORMATION Grades 1 6 Good Shepherd Academy on Sunday morning from 9:15 AM to 10:20 AM. Grades 7 8 Released Time Confirmation Program High School Sunday Evenings (Monthly) NEW PARISHIONERS Please register by calling the rectory. Those moving should inform the office as soon as possible. DEVOTIONAL LIFE The Rosary is prayed after the 7:30 AM Mass daily and before the 8:30 AM Mass on Sundays at the Chapel of St. Ann. Eucharistic Adoration is held the First Friday of the month at Saint Ignatius Church beginning at 12:45 PM concluding with Benediction at 4:00 PM. (September May) MINISTRY COUNCILS Pastoral Council Pat Endler, Debbie Lyons, Joe Evan, Al Maurer, Deacon John O Connor, Sarah Touey, Maria Scappaticci, Tom Hamill, Nancy Larralde, Gerry Larkin, Nancy Roberts, Mary Beth Zelinsky Dorothy Duesler, Father Polednak Finance Council Father Polednak, Bob Gabriesheski, Tom Kopec, Jack Lenahan, Mary Lewis, Lou Mondy, Tom McDonnell, Art Piccone, Joe Pringle, Sue Rhoads, Lisa Rinker, Susan Shoemaker, Kay Smedley, Stanley Swaintek, Jean Michalek PARISH STAFF Pastoral Outreach Deacon John E. O Connor Religious Formation Mrs. Carmella Faust Religiouseducation1@yahoo.com Mrs. Patty Kopec Youth Ministry Jennifer Frusciante Regional Youth Ministry Mr. Brian Williams SJBRIAN@aol.com Worship R.C.I.A. Receptionist Main/Business Office SILOffice@aol.com Maintenance Cemetery Clerks Visiting Priests Parochial Vicar Pastoral Associate Pastor vicpole@gmail.com Ms. Joan Turel, Program Director, Loyola Singers & Festival Choir Mrs. Elaine Blessing, Contemporary Ensemble & Children s Choir Director Mrs. Carmella Faust, Handbells & Accompanist Mrs. Pat Fennell, Accompanist Mrs. Jane Gaudio, Cantors Mrs. Caprice Ryman, Accompanist Mr. George Andresky, Accompanist Mrs. Mary O Connor Mrs. Jen Carey Ms. Mary Lewis Mr. Ronald Gaylord Ms. Mary Lewis, St. Ignatius Ms. Jen Carey, St. Mary & St. Hedwig Rev. Daniel Issing C.S.C. Rev. Tony Urban Rev. Alex J. Roche Mr. Anthony Butel Rev. John V. Polednak, V.E.