SAINT ANTHONY SAINT LAWRENCE SAINT JAMES THE APOSTLE

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1 Serving the members of Christ the King and St. James the Apostle parishes Rev. Mr. John J. Carran, Deacon Administrator SAINT ANTHONY SAINT LAWRENCE SAINT JAMES THE APOSTLE CHRIST THE KING In today's Gospel, Jesus has returned home to Nazareth. A large crowd gathered, and Jesus finds himself facing stiff opposition from his family. This was likely Jesus' large, extended family. The Semitic language has no specific words for extended relatives, so everyone is "brother" or "sister." The entire clan has gotten wind of Jesus' preaching, and they are not amused. In Jewish culture, teachers and scribes underwent intensive schooling and apprenticeships, none of which Jesus had done. The family knew Jesus the carpenter, not Jesus the rabbi. For them, Jesus' bold preaching threatened the reputation of their family! Jesus' words to his family can seem controversial. "Who are my mother and my brothers?" Yet, Jesus knows what he is about. He has always known he would be about the business of his Heavenly Father. And what is that business? It is the business of the new covenant and the Kingdom of God. In this Kingdom, we are all adopted sons and daughters of the King. Jesus begins, even now, to expand the perspective of his listeners. Being welcomed into this family does not depend on our families of birth or ethnic origin, but a wholehearted commitment to "do the will of God." We, the Roman Catholic parishes of Christ the King and St. James the Apostle, because of our faith in Jesus Christ and our love for one another, commit ourselves to continue the mission of Jesus Christ. As people of God, we are called to evangelize by: Inviting people to worship with us Reaching out to the less fortunate Educating ourselves and others in the Catholic Christian faith Recognizing the gifts and talents of everyone Respecting all individuals Committing ourselves to implement this vision of faith P. O. Box 23; Hillsville PA Church Office: Fax: Office Hours: 9 a.m. 3 p.m. (Monday Thursday) Website: anlaw@comcast.net Secretary/Bookkeeper: Mary Ann Zocolo CCD Coordinator: Vincie Greco Director of Music: Brenda Kostial bkostial@gmail.com St. Anthony Church 411 W. Poland Ave. Bessemer PA Religious Education Center: St. Lawrence Church 175 Martin Kelly Spear Road Hillsville PA Recreation Center: ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE 4019 US 422 Pulaski PA Church Office: Fax: Website: g stjamestheapostle@comcast.net Office Hours: 9 a.m. 4 p.m. (Monday Friday) Director of Adult Faith Formation: Sr. Zoe Ann Reiter, HM/zoeannreiter@comcast.net Director of Music: Br enda Kostial bkostial@gmail.com Director of Religious Education: Vicki Pavalko/vickipavalko@comcast.net Director of Evangelization: J anet Cr espi jancrespi@aol.com Parish Social Minister: Mary Ann T. Isaac mobyisaac55@comcast.net Parish Youth Minister: Chr is Baker chrisbaker224@gmail.com Parish Office Manager: J ean Pascale jspascale@comcast.net Secretary: Mamie Denehy mamiedenehy@comcast.net (Monday Thursday) Bookkeeper: Lor r ie Millette lorrie-bookkeeper@comcast.net (Friday only) PDF processed with CutePDF evaluation edition

2 Page 2 MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS FOR JUNE 10 JUNE 17 Saturday, June 9: Vigil/Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 4:00 p.m. Ray & Maire Hardester, the Hardester & Roman families (Bill & Kathy Martin) (St. Anthony) Sunday, June 10: Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:45 a.m. The deceased members of the Budzinski, Campbell & Loth families (Reta Loth) (St. James) 10:45 a.m. Stephanie Pezzone (Mom & Dad) (St. Anthony) June 10, 2018 Victim s Assistance Hotline: If you are a person who has been hurt by abuse from clergy or others associated with the Church, the Diocese offers assistance with counseling, spiritual direction and referrals to other supportive services. For information on any of these services, we invite you to contact our Diocesan Assistance Coordinator toll free at Tuesday, June 12: St. Boniface, Bishop & Martyr 8:30 a.m. Fr. James Salberg (Ruth Fletcher) (St. James) Thursday, June 14: Weekday 8:30 a.m. Mary Ohlin (Family) (St. Anthony) To educate the public about how to identify child abuse, the Protecting Saturday, June 16: Vigil/Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time God s Children Workshop is available 4:00 p.m. Ray & Maire Hardester and the Roman family (Bill & Kathy Martin) (St. Anthony) online to all parishioners and interested persons at Sunday, June 17: Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time/Father s Day 8:45 a.m. The living & deceased members of St. James Men s Group READINGS: SUNDAY, JUNE 10 (St. James) 10:45 a.m. The fathers of Christ the King Parish (St. Anthony) 1st Reading Adam and Eve eat the fruit of the forbidden tree. Genesis 3: p.m. Mass on Saturdays in June Psalm Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord. is at Christ the King/St. Anthony Psalm 130:1-2,3-4,5-6,7-8(7bc) PLEASE NOTE: All parish cemeteries are now under the manage- 2nd Reading We believe and so we ment and care of the CATHOLIC PARISH CEMETERIES speak. 2 Corinthians 4: 13 5:1 ASSOCIATION. All questions and concerns MUST be directed to Catholic Parish Cemeteries Association by calling their office at Gospel Reading Whoever does the will of God is brother and sister and mother to me. Mark 3:20-35 Contributions Week of May 27, 2018 Fiscal Year July 1, 2017, to June 30, 2018 S CRIPTURE R EADINGS J UNE 11 J UNE 17 Weekly Collection needed per week $...4, Monday: Weekly Collection given $...3, Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-3 Weekly Collection needed to date $...188, Mt 5:1-12 Weekly Collection given to date $...176, Tuesday: 1 Kgs 17:7-16 Mt 5:13-16 Weekly Collection overage/(deficit) $...(11,684.00) Wednesday: Total Weekly Envelopes: 86 1 Kgs 18:20-39 Mt 5:17-19 Thursday: Contributions the Week of May 27, Kgs 18:41-46 Mt 5:20-26 Fiscal Year July 1, 2017, to June 30, 2018 Friday: 1 Kgs 19:9a,11-16 Weekly Collection needed per week $...3, Mt 5:27-32 Weekly Collection given this week $...2, Saturday: 1 Kgs 19:19-21 Mt 5:33-37 Weekly Collection needed to date $...174, Weekly Collection given to date $...172, Sunday: Ez 17:22-24 Collection overage/(deficit) $...(1,696.00) 2 Cor 5:6-10 Mk 4:26-34

3 The Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 3 SACRAMENTS BAPTISM Christ the King & St. James the Apostle: Please call Sr. Zoe Ann Reiter, , for an appointment, at which time, date and Pre-Baptism session will be arranged. MARRIAGE Christ the King & St. James the Apostle: Please contact the deacon at least 6 months prior to the tentative wedding date. Please contact Sr. Zoe Ann Reiter at least 6 months prior to the tentative wedding date. Pre-Marriage Preparation is required. RECONCILIATION Christ the King and St. James the Apostle: Following the two daily Masses, on Saturdays at 3:15 p.m. at the church having 4 p.m. Mass, or by special appointment with the priest. VISITATION: In the hospital? Have a family member who has been admitted? Please notify Christ the King or St. James the Apostle of the admission. Visits cannot be made unless the office has been contacted. Privacy laws prevent the hospitals from giving out any information, even to religious leaders, concerning parishioners. A visit from Christ the King or St. James the Apostle is only a phone call away. Christ the King Health Ministry Outreach Soup is available for those recovering from surgery, an illness or just may need a lift. If you are visiting them and would like to take a container, please call the office or any member of Health Ministry to arrange pick up. PRAYER LISTS FOR CHRIST THE KING & ST. JAMES Please pray for our parishioners residing in nursing homes or other care facilities, for those who are homebound, for those who are ill, for those who may be facing surgery, and for those with special needs. CHRIST THE KING Nursing Homes & Care Facilities Theresa Gregg & Jenny Gadzia/ Golden Hill; New Castle Theresa McCree/Masternick Asst. Living; New Middletown OH Helen Sackin & Margaret Kelty/ Avalon N.H.; New Castle Agnes Searfoss & Olga Pisciuneri/ The Haven; New Castle Robert Pacillo/Jameson Care Center; New Castle Homebound, Sick or Other Deacon John Carran, Mary Sackin, Bonnie Isabella, Milan Stambul, Kathy Penwell, Richard Byers, Michael Sackin, Ann Exposito, Rose Micco, Gadelmeyer family, Louise Bryan, Cheryl Miller, Marshall Sackin, Katie Exposito, Kathy Stokes, Jennie Fusco, Pat & Ed Ammeen, Shirley Roseck, Delores Marcantino, John Pezzone, Marie Lucarelli, Matthew Pezzone, Dom Greco, Ursie Fellner, Thelma Gregg, Joan Wyza, Nicholas Altman, Patty Tropea, Frank Karolivic, Valerie Villiani, Mary Ann & Josie Greco If you have a family member you would like to have added to our prayer list, please call the office. Special Prayer Request for Alex Brown, 12-year-old grandson of Jay and Janet Roach. Mohawk Food Bank: The food bank, run by H.O.P.E. from Bethel Church, continues to help people with food on the second Monday of each month. All donations are welcome. Donations for the month are canned soup and crackers. We thank you for your continuing support in helping others. Questions? Please call Paula Silhanek at ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE Nursing Homes/ Care Facilities Victor Chrobak/Haven; New Castle Helen Fazzolare/Carriage Manor; New Castle James Goodge/Assumption; North Lima, OH Madeline Kreslick/Rhodes Estates; New Castle Mike Pavlov/Sunrise; Poland, OH Hazel Pennington/Countryside Nursing Home; Mercer Betty Ann Topolosky and Albert Tkach/Edison Manor; New Castle Annette Zets-Burbick/The Grove at New Wilmington Homebound, Sick or Other Fr. Frank Almade, Isabelle Bartley, Pauline Beck, Joe Budzinski, Flo Buydos, Bob Buydos, Harry Buly, Larry Callahan, Cappy & Phyllis Caparso, Deacon John Carran, Char Christy, Shirley Chesmer, Gertrude Dietz, Dolores Despetorich, Arlene DeVite, Kathy Fischer, Bill Huncik, Barb Kamyk, Joan Kamyk, George Lawrence, Lois Lahr, Frank & Erma Lovich, Tom Magnone, Tommy Peachock, Tanya Persohn, Ann Pope, Randy Pope, Carol Prentice, Rick Rager, Mary Frances Rish, Frank & Florence Romeo, Rocco Romeo, Shirley Roseck, Nick & Diane Sevachko, John & Janet Sotlar, Mary Lee Termina, Rose Verhosek and Tom Zets Don t forget A.C.T.S. monthly meeting on the 3 rd Thursday of the month following Mass at St. Anthony.

4 June 10, 2018 Page 4 Christ the King CCD Program is in need of rd a 3 Grade Catechist. Please call Vinnie Greco at the office, ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CCD CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD REGISTRATIONS OPEN FOR FALL! CALL THE JOYFUL MYSTERIES OF THE ROSARY OUR OWN CGS INSPIRED VBS JUNE :30A.M. 12 P.M. REGISTRATIONS IN THE NARTHEX PLEASE REGISTER BY JUNE 13TH ST. JAMES CONFIRMATION CLASS Please be sure to contact our Youth Minister, Chris Baker for opportunities to grow together as newly confirmed Catholics in service and fellowship! Chris Baker Text or call Or chrisbaker224@gmail.com paintbrushes, r oller cover s, drop cloths, painter s tape, paint trays or small buckets, paint scrapers, rags, safety goggles, work gloves, and mini face masks (white procedural masks similar to those worn by surgeons) Donated supplies can be left inside the stairwell at the rectory basement wher e the sign outside reads YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY. Catholic Trivia Question: How well do you remember some of the things you learned about our Catholic religion? For your fun and enlightenment test yourself today on this question and then check your response by asking your neighbor... or look for the answer online on St. James website or continue reading in today s bulletin. We are now again in the church season of Ordinary Time. What is the liturgical color for this time? A) B) C) D) E) F) G) Magenta white black pink green blue none of the above (See answer on page 6)

5 The Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 5 J.M.J. Please continue to pray for Deacon John during this time of recovery. Whoever Does the Will of God is My Brother and Sister and Mother It should be no surprise that we refer to the relationships within our church or parish in terms of family. The roots of faith run deep and the bonds that we form with those we pray and serve with grow stronger with each encounter. Saint Paul reminds us in his letter to the Romans, The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ (Romans 8:16-17). By virtue of our baptism we share in the life of God and are welcomed into his family, the Church. Yet, this relationship of love is not passive or stagnant. We are called to live to the fullest the life and purpose the Spirit inspires within us. As we seek to form new relationships both within and among our parishes as part of the On Mission for The Church Alive! initiative, may our efforts bring about the strengthening of our faith family. As we grow in love for Jesus and each other may we vibrantly fulfill our mission as sons and daughters of God and seek to do his will. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed. As Father s Day approaches consider Retrouvaille: A Lifeline for Married Couples When couples are struggling, Father s Day can be a chore rather than a celebration. Retrouvaille may be able help put the joy back into the occasion. In marriage, communication is more than just talking. At some point, did you stop sharing about the things that were important to you? Did your spouse? Improving a marriage takes time and a conscious effort to learn about your spouse. Growing closer in a marriage does not happen automatically. Retrouvaille is a marriage program dedicated to helping couples grow closer and develop a stronger bond. You give your heart and soul to everything you do, between your work and your family. Are you giving your heart and soul to your marriage? Sometimes the distance between a husband and a wife can seem so wide that it cannot be repaired. Retrouvaille is a marriage program designed to bring couples closer together. Call today to begin the healing process beginning with a weekend on July 13. Contact Retrouvaille at More information is available at Bill & Evelyn Turocy Retrouvaille of Pittsburgh 1430 Elizabeth Blvd. Pittsburgh, Pa wturocy@aol.com TABERNACLE LAMP INTENTIONS: Christ the King: The Tabernacle Lamp is lit this week in memory of the parishioners of Christ the King Parish. St. James the Apostle: By the light of the Tabernacle Lamp, prayers are offered in memory of the deceased members of St. James the Apostle by the parish family.

6 Page 6 RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS This year in Lawrence County, we welcomed 5 adults as new members of our Catholic Church. At the completion of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), the new Catholics and their sponsors were invited to express their thoughts on the initiation process that they experienced. Each week in the bulletin, we will include a summary of the reflection that one person from the group shared. Today s reflection is from Jessica Flynn, a new Catholic from Mary Mother of Hope Parish. She had been baptized previously in another Christian denomination and was fully initiated in the Catholic Church this Easter, celebrating Confirmation and Eucharist. The symbol that I selected to represent my growth throughout the RCIA journey was a compass. I chose the compass because it symbolizes my faith journey. Anytime I feel like I am losing my way, God always has a plan to place me back on track to where I am supposed to be and every single time God does that my faith grows so much stronger than before and I always learn something new. We are now forming a new group of inquirers. If you know of someone who may be interested in learning more about becoming Catholic, please contact Sister Zoe Ann by calling the parish office. LABYRINTH WALK All are welcome to participate in a labyrinth walk at Villa Maria scheduled for Wednesday, June 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the field near the pond across from St. James cemetery. Participants prayerfully walk the outdoor grass path after receiving thematic instructions from the presenter. This ancient tool for the spiritual journey will be led by Sr. Therese Pavilonis, HM. For more information, call or go online at or contact Sr. Zoe Ann. BIBLE STUDY In the Bible, there are countless inspirational verses that you can turn to any time, whether you are experiencing devastating sorrow or great joy in your life, searching for direction or in need of motivation. During this week, let s reflect on a verse from the Word of God found in Matthew 17:20. If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, Move from here to there, and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you. - New American Bible Revised Edition June 10, 2018 Trivia Answer: E) green The liturgical color of Ordinary Time is green. Each Sunday when you come to Mass this summer you will notice that the church is decorated in green material and that the presider and deacon are wearing green vestments. Why green? Green is the color of budding and living vegetation and is the universal symbol of nature. Because of this, green designates hope and reliance on God. During the many weeks of Ordinary Time in the summer, we hear in the Gospel readings the stories of Jesus and his public life with his disciples. While we do not celebrate a specific mystery of Christ during Ordinary Time like we do in the other liturgical seasons (e.g., Christmas celebrates his birth and Easter celebrates his resurrection), the period called Ordinary Time is devoted to the mystery of Christ in all its fullness. We focus attention on Christ s actions of interacting with others, healing, praying, and reaching out to those in need. Christ s life gives us hope to live our lives the same way, albeit with different circumstances and certainly in a different time and culture, but still responding with the love, forgiveness, and compassion of Christ to all we encounter each day. May the green we see every Sunday at Mass and the green we see in the beauty of this summer season remind us of that hope which Christ continually gives us! Growing in Reverence for Ourselves & the World Children, ages 5 to 10, are invited to the 13th annual outdoor GROW Camp at Villa Maria beginning June 14 through August 10. Kids can attend each week on either Thursdays or Fridays from 9: a.m. to 3 p.m, Activities include growing vegetables and flowers, swimming, games, nature hikes, and making new friends. Lunch and snacks are provided. Older youth, ages 10 to 16, are invited to an Outdoor Summer Experience at Villa Maria the week of July 9 to 13. From 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., they can participate in activities including fire building, campfire cooking, hiking, CPR, Native American culture, identifying plants and animals, swimming and team building. For more details on either program, go online at for a printable registration form or call or contact Sr. Zoe Ann.

7 The Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 7 Christ the King men honored for their service Recently, the May 28th edition of the New Castle News recognized the New Castle Area Honor Guard for 25 years of service. Members were presented with a commemorative challenge coin and their wives a soldier s cross pin. The Honor Guard provides military funerals for area Veterans. The Honor Guard has been an integral part of the annual Veterans Day Service at Christ the King Parish. The Men's Group of Christ the King would like to recognize Mike Ferraro, Max Roseck, and Jay Roach for their service and tireless commitment to this organization. In sympathy from Christ the King Please pray for the soul of Judith Canter, who has gone to eternal rest with Our Father in heaven. May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. St. Camillus holding a 2-day flea market The public is invited to the St. Camillus Flea Market in the parish gym located at 314 W. Englewood Avenue, New Castle. It will be held on Friday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Saturday, June 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. James Outreach Indoor Yard Sale was a success Thank you to all who contributed to, or helped with, the sale we had to benefit our outreach projects. We made a profit of $ From the items that were left, we were able to give a truck load of specific items to Feed My Sheep in New Castle. We have a car load of religious items for the Sacred Heart Catholic Store in Pittsburgh. LINC of Victory Assembly in Coitsville picked up two loads for their store which benefits their mission trips. Our clothing sale will take place in August. Watch the bulletin and calendar for coming details. Mary Ann Isaac, Outreach June 17: St. James Men s Group Strawberry Social for the parish in the hall following 8:45 a.m. Mass June 24: Christian Social Lights/Brunch & trip to Linesville Spillway & Pymatuning Deer Park, details, call Roxanne June 25-29: Vacation Bible School, 9:30 a.m. to Noon at St. James; send your children or grandchildren; registration info at June 26: Picnic in the Park for all St. Camillus, Christ the King & St. James women, Pearson Park, 6 p.m. June 29/30: St. Camillus Flea Market Friday & Saturday in the parish gym July 22: Feast of St. James Celebration & Dinner RSVP form due in office by July 8. July 23: Catholic Kennywood Day (Monday) Tickets $23. Visit to order tickets. For more information, call Contributions Week of June 3, 2018 Fiscal Year July 1, 2017, to June 30, 2018 Weekly Collection needed per week $...4, Weekly Collection given $...4, Weekly Collection needed to date $...192, Weekly Collection given to date $...180, Weekly Collection overage/(deficit) $...(11,511.00) Total Weekly Envelopes: 108 Contributions the Week of June 3, 2018 Fiscal Year July 1, 2017, to June 30, 2018 Weekly Collection needed per week $...3, Weekly Collection given this week $...3, Weekly Collection needed to date $...178, Weekly Collection given to date $...176, Collection overage/(deficit) $...(1,814.00)

8 St. James Calendar of Events June 10 through June 23 Sunday June 10 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday June 11 ChristLife Training 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Great Room Janet Crespi Monday June 11 Health & You 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm Social Hall Kelly Provencher Tuesday June 12 Staff Meeting 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm Office Deacon John Tuesday June 12 Sharing Christ 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm St. James Janet Crespi Wednesday June 13 Thursday June 14 Friday June 15 Saturday June 16 Sunday June 17 Men's Group Strawberry Social Reception/Father's Day after Mass Social Hall Chuck Nogee Monday June 18 Health & You 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm Social Hall Kelly Provencher Tuesday June 19 Men's Group 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm Bob Lennox's House Chuck Nogee Wednesday June 20 Soup Making 09:00 am to 11:00 am Kitchen Maureen Kuhn Thursday June 21 Friday June 22 Saturday June 23 Sharing Christ Retreat 08:30 am to 03:00 pm Villa Maria Janet Crespi

9 paintbrushes, roller cover s, drop cloths, painter s tape, paint trays or small buckets, paint scr aper s, rags, safety goggles, work gloves, and mini face masks (white procedural masks similar to those worn by surgeons) Donated supplies can be left inside the stairwell at the rectory basement where the sign outside reads YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY.

10 The women s associations of St. Camillus, Christ the King and St. James Parishes invite all parish women to picnic in the park on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at Pearson Park s Hutchison Center in Neshannock Twp Covered dish requested Please RSVP by June 20, :00 p.m. Meet and Greet 6:30 p.m. Picnic Dinner Please sign up to attend by filling out the form below and putting it the collection basket or by calling the numbers below: Mary Ann Thomas, St. Camillus, Cindy Terrell, Kathy Dubrasky, St. James, Name Phone Number Parish

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