Reverend James Rodia, O. Praem.

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1 Reverend James Rodia, O. Praem.

2 ST. RICHARD PARISH PHILADELPHIA, PA FROM MY HOUSE TO YOURS Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time SUNDAY October2nd 8:00 Salvatore F. Aversa requested by Sofia family 10:00 HOLY SPIRIT Amelia Padrone req by Pilla family 11:30 Larry LaBella requested by wife, Anna and children MONDAY October 3rd 8:00 Anna Garafolo requested by Garafolo family TUESDAY October 4th 8:00 Frank Rua requested by wife, Joann and children WEDNESDAY October 5th 8:00 Denise Amaradio requested by Salvatore & Carol Amaradio THURSDAY October 6th 8:00 Edward Pawlok bequest of Gerald J. Ziccardi.FRIDAY October 7th 8:00 Rose Dabbundo requested by daughter and family SATURDAY October 8th 8:00 Ernesto & Immaculata Chieffo requested by Maria 4:30pm Philip Mancini requested by wife, Elisa Mancini ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our SANCTUARY CANDLE will be burning this week In Memory of Frank Campanaro requsted by Danny & Joan Tasca ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ VOTIVE CANDLES Birthday of Mary Emmertz requested by Charles & Linda Emmertz and children Beatrice Dintino requested by Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Scannapieco Rita Decker requested by Michael & Loretta DiPietro Paul S. Campbell requested by Peggy Campbell Domenic Fareri requested by Startare family Judy Tomarchio requested by Danny & AnnaMarie Dear Parishioners, The readings today speak of the power, courage and strength that is given to us through faith in Jesus, such as the strength to bear hardship for the gospel and the marvels God can work through our faith, like a tree being uprooted and planted in the sea. The words and images are aimed at stirring up a flame and us. They call us into action. In response, we may feel the urge to do something for God, to accomplish many things on behalf of his church. Sometimes it can be hard to feel we are making a difference. If we are involved in parish life, we may feel the push and pull of many different elements: programs and committees, pressure to make the liturgy more engaging, the need to increase church membership numbers, or perhaps to proclaim the gospel in fresh and innovative ways. The weight of these responsibilities may add up, and we can feel discouraged that we are not make enough headway in building up the kingdom of God. These activities are well intended, and certainly in line with our understanding of the gospel. So it may come as a shock to hear these words from Jesus: When you have done all you have been commanded, say We are unprofitable servants; we have done what we were obliged to do. We expect praise, or perhaps even gratitude, from the Lord. We expect him to appreciate our efforts, not respond in such a dismissive tone. But then again, who are we to expect, or even demand, anything from the Lord? The experience of Carlo Carretto may be instructive here. Carreto was a leader of an Italian youth movement called Catholic Action for twenty years before and after the Second World War. At age forty-four, he experienced a call to the contemplative life, and responded by joining a community called the Little Brothers in Algeria. During his novitiate, he spent a week alone in the desert in adoration of the exposed Eucharist. In his life as an activist, he had felt responsible for bearing the weight of the Church on his shoulders. But kneeling before the Eucharist, in a moment of deep contemplation, he understood the truth: I had walked, run, spoken, organized, worked in the belief that I was supporting something; and in reality I had been holding up absolutely nothing. The weight of the world was all on Christ Crucified. I was nothing, absolutely nothing. It had taken some effort to believe the words of Jesus who had said to me two thousand years earlier: When you have done everything that is commanded you to do, say We are unprofitable servants, because we have only done our duty.

3 Twenty-Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time October 2, 2016 Continued These words of Jesus are not unkind, they are merely truthful. In today s reading from the Second Letter of Timothy, we are reminded: kindle afresh the gift of God which is in you. Everything we have, we have received from him. He alone bears the weight of the world. Without him, we can do nothing. God Love Ya! Fr. Reilly Blessing of Animals In honor of the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, we will bless all your beloved pets on Tuesday October 4th at 7pm in the rectory yard. All furry, feathered, scaly members of your family are invited to attend. SODALITY ANNUAL RETREAT SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 St. Pio Catholic Regional School Hall 19th and Pollock Sts, Phila TIME: 9am to 3pm ADMISSION: $10 per person Registration 9am, Rosary 9:30am, Mass 10am CELEBRANT: Rev. Michael S. Olivere ALL ARE WELCOME!! Come join us for a day of prayer and reflection. You do not need to be a member to participate. Don t forget your rosary! We begin in CHURCH. Refreshments available. Bring a brown bag lunch> Questions contact Linda Coffea SAVE THE DATE OCTOBERFEST Sponsored by St. Pio Regional Catholic School October 29, :00PM Food, DJ, Bar, Beer Garden 21 and Over Today, the first Sunday in October, is considered PRO-LIFE SUNDAY. The Roman Catholic Church believes that all/ every life is precious from the moment of conception to the moment of natural death. We are opposed to abortion as well as capital punishment. We also believe that dignity and respect be accorded to every child, woman and man because we are all made in the image and likeness of God. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), have published pamphlets on the following life topics. This information offers the theology behind the Catholic Church s position on these issues as well as supportive measures. The pamphlets cover: Bridges of Mercy for Post-Abortion Healing Caring for Loved Ones at Life s End Every Suicide is Tragic Seven Considerations While Navigating Infertility Serene Attentiveness to God s Creation Accompanying Expectant Mothers Considering Adoption. For additional information or to find out what other topics are available, please access USCCB s website. IS THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (R.C.I.A.) FOR YOU? Are you or someone you know interested in joining the Catholic Church? Are you curious about the Catholic Faith, but not sure you want to make a commitment? Are you married to a Catholic spouse, raising children Catholic, and interested in knowing more to be able to share with them? Are you a Catholic who desires to complete the initiation process by receiving Eucharist and or Confirmation? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the R.C.I.A. may be for you. The RCIA is designed to assist youth and adults who: have never been baptized, and wish to be baptized in the Catholic Church have been baptized in another Christian tradition (Lutheran, Episcopalian, etc.) and wish to become Catholic. were baptized Catholic, but have not received First Eucharist and/or Confirmation. There s no time like the present to begin your inquiry in the faith. If you are interested in learning more about the R.C.I.A. for yourself or someone you know, please contact Maryellen Carroll at for more information.

4 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 2, 2016 Saint Richard Parish Sacrament Schedule First Reconciliation Saturday December 10th 10:00 a.m. First Holy Communion Saturday May 6th 10:00 a.m. Confirmation Thursday April 27th 6:00 p.m. (Bishop Senior will be the Celebrant and Confer the Sacrament to the 6th graders) If you have a child attending a school other then Saint Pio Regional School or Saint Richard PREP, please call Maryellen Carroll at the Rectory. Every child seeking these sacraments needs to be part of the Sacrament Formation class. Please call ASAP to receive the entire schedule of activities and requirements. A Word From Pope Francis Fear and sadness cause illness in people and in the Church, too; they cause paralysis and selfishness, and in the end spoil the air of a community. However, a Christian sustained by the fear of God and by the Holy Spirit has the courageous attitude of joy, which in pain becomes peace. Morning Meditation in the Chapel of the Domus Sanctae Marthae, May 15, 2015 From Fear to Strength By Janel Esker I m not the world s bravest person. When I got to college, I was delighted that I no longer had to go on roller coasters or into haunted houses to avoid my friends mocking for being afraid. My college buddies didn t base our friendship on whether I went along with the crowd. I could say, No, I really dislike roller coasters and haunted houses. See you when you get done! It was liberating. Life is full of much scarier things than amusement -park rides and fake goblins. We hear the prophet Habakkuk speak of some of it in today s first reading. Evil, violence, strife, destruction add to that cancer, natural disasters, Alzheimer s, domestic abuse, and unemployment, and sometimes it can take a lot of courage just to get up in the morning. As a person who s more fearful than most, I take hope in St. Paul s reminder to Timothy today: God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control. Feeling afraid is a normal human emotion, but it s not what God wants for us, and it isn t part of the spirit God gives us. As St. Paul reminds us, the Holy Spirit dwells within us. The Spirit is the source of our daily strength; the Spirit can get us out of bed when all feels lost; the Spirit helps us persist in the face of incredible challenges. Do we have faith in this Holy Spirit faith at least the size of the minuscule mustard seed that Jesus speaks of in Luke? If so, it s enough. With such faith, we will experience the courage to face our fears and to trust that God is with us through them all. How does your faith offer you power when you re afraid? What is one fear you would like God to help you overcome with strength and joy? Lord, I am grateful for your gentle voice of love. Help me to speak with love and peace everywhere I go. From Grateful Meditations for Every Day in Ordinary Time, Rev. Warren J. Savage and Mary Ann McSweeny

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