St. Charles Lwanga Parish 7114 Kelly Street Pittsburgh, PA. 15208 REVEREND DAVID H. TAYLOR, PASTOR Father Cajetan Anyanwu In Residence Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Sunday, August 5, 2018 S.C.L. Parish Office 7114 Kelly Kelly Street 412-731-3020 S.C.L. Parish Office Fax 412-731-1615 S.C. L. Parish Web Site www.stcharleslwanga.org Victim Assistant Hot Line 888-808-1235 S.C.L Parish Office E-Mail stcharles2@verizon.net Weekday Liturgies at Saint Charles Lwanga Parish Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m. 7705 Bennett Street 412-731-3020 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12 Noon Saint James, Wilkinsburg Sunday Masses at Saint Charles Lwanga Parish Saturday Evening 4:00 p.m. 7705 Bennett Street 412-731-3020 Sunday 8:30 a.m. 7705 Bennett Street 412-731-3020 St. Charles Lwanga Pastoral Center 11:30 a.m. 1550 Lincoln Ave. 412-731-3020 Parish School Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy 412-242-3515 Mrs. April Perry, Principal Parish Schedule Sunday School/CCD Classes St. Charles Lwanga Pastoral Center On vacation Scripture Discussion Group St. Charles Lwanga Pastoral Center 12:45 p.m. Bible Studies St. Charles Lwanga Rectory Monday 6:00 p.m. R.C.I.A. St. Bede s Auditorium Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Food Pantry St. Charles Lwanga Rectory 412-731-4195 Food Bank St. Charles Lwanga Pastoral Center 2 nd Friday 8-10 Food Bank St. Charles Lwanga Rectory 1 st & 3 rd Wednesday 10 a.m.-12 noon In today s Gospel Jesus makes the remarkable statement that I am the bread of Life and there is no life without me. On many occasions when Jesus would travel with His disciples, people would stop them and ask for favors. This was not because they believed, but because they had heard about the good things that He could do. While the Lord never refused to give out a helping hand, He always had to tell those who were making a request of Him that life in this world is transitory and we must also think about the things of eternal life and remember that faith and healing go together. While the people were looking for signs Jesus knew that He himself and the good that He does is sign enough for those that are willing to have that faith. Paul reminds us in the letter to Ephesians that we must put away our old self and our former way of life because often these are the things which keep us from focusing on being renewed in the spirit, that spirit which us to live as His people. In these days and times so much is accomplished by evangelization and reaching out to others, but we can not give to others things that we do not possess ourselves. So we do have to put on this new self. We have been created in God s way, in goodness. Others must see that in us in the way we live and the way we treat one another. Fr. David Taylor, Pastor
Feast of the Assumption Wednesday, August 15, 2018: 8 a.m. at Mother of Good Counsel 12 noon at Saint James Bible Study Monday August 6, 2018 at 6 p.m. Christian Mothers and Ladies Guild Meeting Sunday, September 9, 2018 after the 11:30 a.m. Mass at Corpus Christi for the installation of the new president. This fall we will be combining our Religious Education Program together with St. James and St. Bedes. The first session will take place on Sunday, August 26 th from 9:00 to 9:50 a.m. All families and students will meet in the St. Bede cafeteria and have a chance to meet their teachers and classmates in their classrooms. A $25.00 per person registration fee is to be made out to St. Charles Lwanga. Century Club has 90 members. July Century Club Winners are: Anna Carter Sandra Eyth John Pegnato Marleen Tucker 1 more drawing before banquet. Only 10 members are needed to reach our goal! Membership is $100 per year and a chance to win $25 on next month s drawing. Century Club Banquet is September 30 th Call Judy Prata if you would like to join. Catholic Women s Fellowship Conference 2018: OVERFLOW - On October 27 th gather with women from all over the area for the 2 nd Annual Women s Fellowship. Join speakers Barbara Heil, Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, and Sr. Bernadette Beamsley, DLJC for a day of inspiring talks building community with other women, prayer, and Mass with Bishop David Zubik! Come and reflect on how God calls us to cultivate a space in our lives where He can pour His love into us, where He empowers us to operate not out of an empty tank, but out of the OVERFLOW of His Holy Spirit and His Grace. Don t miss an update-visit www.cwfpitt.org THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION for ADULTS RCIA is the process which adults (and children and teens) become members of the Catholic Faith. If a person has never been baptized or, if a person has been baptized in another Christian Church and would like to consider a faith journey in the Catholic Church, they are invited to attend. There is absolutely no pressure to become a Catholic. This is a time for decision. If someone was baptized as a Catholic but never received any follow up formation or never received the remainder of the sacraments of initiation (i.e., Confirmation and/or Eucharist)this process is for them as well. To begin the process or for more information contact Sr. Mary Elizabeth, 412-661-9425,x102 pastoralassociate@st.bede.org<mailto:past oralassociate@st.bede.org> or see Teresa Maynor July 29, 2018 Offering Peter s Pence $25.00 Candles $43.00 St. Vincent DePaul $ 140.00 World Mission Sunday $20.00 Assumption $10.00 Offertory 1975.00 Jingle $68.00 Diocesan National Black Catholic Congress Leadership Team 3 rd Annual Old School Dance Fundraiser with D.J. Bobby B on Saturday, September 22 nd, from 6:30-10:3 p.m. buffet dinner at 7:15 Donation $55 (dinner and cash bar) New location Terrace on Fifth, 1014 5 th Avenue (Opposite PPG Paints Area) Lectors: August 12, 2018 (SCLMOGC) 4:00 p.m. Anna Carter MOGC) 8:30 a.m. Linda Atkins (SCLCC) 11:30 a.m. Marleen Tucker
Eucharistic Ministers: August 12, 2018 (SCLMOGC) 4:00 p.m. Nora Orsatti (MOGC) 8:30 a. m. Gerald Rosella and Barbara Bell (SCLCC) 11:30 a.m. Michael Polite, Harriet Halley, Victor Thorpe Altar Servers (SCLMOGC) 8:30 a.m. Tyrone Pugh (SCLCC) 11:30 a.m. Amira and Michael Ushers (SCLCC) 11:30 Maxine Buefort & Dorothy Dansby Pray for our Parishioners in Nursing Homes: Dorothy Orsatti, Nicola Estes, Seneca, Mrs. Dorothy Perkins, Presbyterian Seniorcare. As a Faith Community we remember parishioners who cannot be with us. Lauretta Ashley, Eugene Conner, Leola Cook, Esther Hackwelder, Agnes Koppolovech, Florine & Riggi Laus, Josephine Major, Dorothy Miller, Ingrid Roberts, John Rosella, Andrea Ventomiller. Happy Birthday to our Sisters and Brothers of Saint Charles Lwanga Parish 08/06 Joyce M. Broadus 08/06 Michel D. Diroll Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed. Do Not Work for Food that Perishes but for the Food that Endures for Eternal Life God, in His providence, created the world and everything in it. He made it all very good and, as He sets us forth into the world to enjoy the beauty and substance of His creation. However, the created world is not meant to be a distraction from God, but rather that which draws us ever deeper into the mystery of his Fatherly love for us. His greatest gift to us, and that which unites us most fully to him, is the gift of himself in the Eucharist. Under the appearance of humble bread and wine, Jesus comes to us as nourishment and strength. However, this food not only nurtures our bodies, but our souls as well, enlivening us as we make our pilgrim journey to heaven. From the Eucharist flows the life and mission of the Church as, united in Holy Communion we are formed as the Body of Christ to do His will on earth. As the implementation of the On Mission for The Church Alive! initiative draws near, may we not be distracted by the things of this world that will ultimately pass away, but instead focus on the Eucharist as we are united in faith and walk together to eternal life. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed. Employment opportunity: The Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill, Greensburg, have openings for a full-time LPN or RN and a full-time NA to care for retired/infirm sisters on the 11-7 shift at Caritas Christi, the sisters motherhouse. Positions require heavy lifting. This is a non-licensed facility with a focus on patient care, not paperwork. Interested candidates should call 724-853-1478,ext. 1225.
TIME LINE to IMPLEMENTATION During the Transition Phase: Outgoing and incoming clergy will work to develop a new Mass schedule for the grouping. Clergy Teams will receive Implementation Guides that provide a path forward for the Grouping. No clergy move and the Mass schedule does not change until October 15 th. MISSION STATEMENT We the Catholic Community of St. Charles Lwanga are a multi-racial, multi- cultural, service oriented Christian People. We are rooted in a commitment to Gospel and faithfilled worship. We are called by Jesus Christ to practice our faith, to welcome all people, and to serve the spiritual and human needs of the parish & neighborhood. Sunday, August 5, 2018 8:30 a.m. SCLMOGC Robert Schmidt Chuck & Michael Perrotti 11:30 a.m. SCLCC Mary Coglio Christian Mothers and Ladies Guild Monday, August 6, 2018 12 Noon St James Tuesday, August 7, 2018 8:00 a.m. SCLMOGC Ray Luffy Sr. Bill Susan Wednesday, August 8, 2018 8:00 a.m. SCLMOGC Betty Hungerman Mike & Debbie Wallace Thursday, August 9, 2018 8:00 a.m. SCLMOGC Bob Brown Barb Soltis Friday August 10, 2018 12 Noon St. James Saturday, August 11, 2018 4:00 p.m. SCLMOGC Rita Popovich Raymond Kostelnik, brother Sunday, August 12, 2018 8:30 a.m. Anne Link Lorraine Rosso 11:30 a.m. SCLCC Fr. Taylor Raymond S. Kostenik Scripture Readings Year B August 5, 2018 Exodus 16:2-4,12-15,Ephesians 4:17,20-24, John 6:24-35 August 12, 2018 1 Kings 19:4-8, Ephesians 4:30-5:2, John 6:41-51 Prayer for On Mission for The Church Alive! Father of Mercy, as we journey On Mission for The Church Alive!, endow us with your gifts of collaboration, courage and compassion. Help us to fulfill the mission of Jesus and His Church through vibrant parishes and effective ministries. Raise up selfless, energetic leaders to serve the church in fidelity and with care. May we, the Church of Pittsburgh in Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Greene, Lawrence and Washington Counties, be sustained and strengthened by your grace. Help us to learn Jesus, to love Jesus and to live Jesus. Hear this prayer and grant it through Jesus Christ our Lord, with the help of our dear Blessed Mother, under the mantle of her love. Amen Visit Our Parish Cluster Churches: St. James, Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. St. Bede, Saturday, 5 p.m.,sunday, 8 a.m.-10 a.m.-12 noon