A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 1304 E. Cruikshank Road, Butler, PA 16002 724-586-7610 Office Hours: M-F 8:00 am-4:00 pm www.holysepulcher.org Pentecost Sunday June 8, 2014 Parish Mission Statement Holy Sepulcher Parish is a warm, welcoming, faith-filled family dedicated to following Jesus Christ through Scripture and the Traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. United through Baptism, nourished by the Eucharist and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are committed to serving our brothers and sisters. We welcome all to join us as we celebrate the joy and mystery of the empty tomb. Sunday Masses Saturday: 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sacraments Reconciliation - Saturdays 1:00-1:30 p.m. and after Mass Baptisms - By appointment - Required Baptism Prep. Class Next Class: Thursday, June 19 at 6:30 p.m. Weddings - A minimum of six months advance notice Anointing of the Sick- After any Mass BISHOP OF PITTSBURGH - MOST REV. DAVID A. ZUBIK PASTOR: REV. JOHN B. GIZLER, III..jgizler@hotmail.com PERMANENT DEACON: REV. MR. DAVID S. MILLER.....davidscottmiller@zoominternet.net PERMANENT DEACON: REV. MR. JIM MICKENS... jmickens@diopitt.org PRINCIPAL: SR. ANNA MARIE GAGLIA, CSJ...principalhss@zoominternet.net Faith Formation Director: Mrs. Brenda Hartzel......hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Business Manager: Mrs. Joan Tosto........ hsc.joan@zoominternet.net Admin. Assistant to the Pastor: Mrs. Joanne Castello...hsc.joanne@zoominternet.net Coordinator of Youth Ministry: Mr. Jacob Williamson... ymholysep@gmail.com Director of Music: Ms. Madlyn A. DeRito...deritoma@hotmail.com Parish Pastoral Council Chairperson: Mrs. Meg Schaffer Parish Pastoral Council Vice Chairperson: Mr. Raymond Schratz Mass Schedule & Intentions for June 9-15, 2014 Mon. 7:30 a.m. Scott Blevins - Becky & Jeff Hensch, Cheryl & Jeff Hensch Tues. NO DAILY MASS Wed. 7:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. George Hagmeier - Bob Zera Thurs. 7:30 a.m. Dorothy June Ferrance - Boyd Family Fri. 9:00 a.m. David A. Mancosh, Sr. - Mr. & Mrs. Michael Fedak Sat. 6:00 p.m. For the People of Holy Sepulcher Sun. 8:00 a.m. For all Fathers, Living and Deceased Sun. 10:30 a.m. For all Fathers, Living and Deceased Sun. 5:30 p.m. NO LIFE TEEN MASS Parish Office.......................724-586-7610 FAX.............................. 724-586-7247 Faith Formation Office............... 724-586-7276 School............................ 724-586-5022 School (alternate number)............. 724-586-9910 Youth Ministry.....................724-481-1232 Music Ministry..................... 724-694-9210 Primary Center.................... 724-586-9468 CONTACT INFORMATION Parish Health Ministry................ 724-586-6584 Abuse Hotline..................... 1-800-932-0313 Prayer Chain Intentions................724-898-2724 Website.................... www.holysepulcher.org Parish Office Email...... hsc.office@zoominternet.net Children and Youth Services of Butler....724-284-5156 Children & Youth Srvs. Of Allegheny.... 412-473-2000
Father John s forum Receive The Holy Spirit Pentecost is a great day in the Church s life. It is a celebration of Jesus gift of the Holy Spirit to the Church and to each of the baptized. Today we recall the powerful events in Jerusalem on that first Pentecost Sunday. Before then, the disciples were frightened behind locked doors. On Pentecost, the doors were opened as they received the Holy Spirit in a drama of wind and flame and are suddenly unified by mission and purpose. They become confident and courageous. That Holy Spirit has remained within the Church. St. Paul reminds us that the Holy Spirit is given to the Church and to each individual Christian as well. Frequently, when we think of the work of the Holy Spirit, we select the extraordinary gifts of the Spirit such as people speaking in tongues and being gifted with healing or grand inspirations. There are also the ordinary gifts of the Holy Spirit that we can easily overlook. These are the gifts that bring inner healing to the broken soul, the gifts of the Holy Spirit that enable us to forgive, to have the power to be faithful to our promises and vows, the Spirit that can bring us back to a living faith, a renewed trust in God, the gift of the Holy Spirit that enables us to pray sincerely, honestly, powerfully. The Holy Spirit is for every life and for every age a source of renewal. Over and over, people have found their lives in a rut, at a dead end, ad as they turn to the Holy Spirit, new avenues open, their vision restored, they receive the courage for a new start as they are renewed in the Lord. (Fr. S. Joseph Krempa, Captured Fire, 2005) O Holy Spirit, descend into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there thy cheerful beams. -St. Augustine The Holy Spirit Our Advocate and Guide As we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, it is a good time for us to revisit the role of the Holy Spirit in our life and in the life of the Church: It is through the Holy Spirit that Jesus continues his work of salvation. It is the mission of the Spirit to fill us with God s presence, so that we can be elevated in grace and truly become adopted children of our heavenly Father. If we are to be in touch with Christ, we must first have been touched by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is a person of the Blessed Trinity, truly and eternally God. He is the Paraclete, the counselor that Christ promised the Apostles would be given to be with you forever (John 16:16). The Spirit is sent by the Eternal Father and by Jesus to give us light, comfort, and strength, and to stir up within us a newness of life. The Spirit seals our friendship with God and unites us with one another by the divine love that the Spirit pours into our hearts. The Holy Spirit is the soul of the Church. The ancient symbol of the Holy Spirit is the dove and the liturgical color is red. QUESTIONS TO PONDER: 1. When do you feel the peace of the Holy Spirit? 2. How does the power of the Holy Spirit transform you? A Few Thoughts Pentecost Sunday The Church Evangelizing! Have you read Bishop Zubik s new Pastoral Letter? The Church Evangelizing!, was released last month and is the Bishop s fourth pastoral letter. It describes how Jesus made friends with the disciples: by speaking their language, joining in their activities, sharing meals, taking long walks with them, being in their homes, listening to their worries, praying with them and by being a friend. The Church Evangelizing!, acknowledges that although Pope Francis captivates large crowds in St. Peter s Square, there are many more people he simply cannot reach. They are the ones you see day after day in your homes, neighborhoods and offices. They are the people you can lead to Jesus Christ. The Church Evangelizing! is more than a letter, it is a movement. It is a movement to be better friends. It is a movement to be a closer friend to Jesus and to introduce our friends to Him. It is a movement to be The Church Alive! in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh. I invite you to visit www.churchevangelizing.com for more information on this letter. Special Prayers Please pray for the following seminarians of the Diocese of Pittsburgh who will be ordained transitional deacons on June 14 at St. Paul Cathedral: Jack Demnyan, Zachary Galiyas, Levi Hartle, Christopher Mannerino, Jeremy Mohler, David Rombold, and William Wuenschel. As transitional deacons, these men are preparing for the priesthood for our diocese in the next 1-2 years. May the Holy Spirit bless and guide them! Bazaar 2014 We have moved another month closer to our annual Bazaar! Once again, we are asking everyone to help make our Bazaar a special event not only for the parish, but for the local community. Think about volunteering for a few hours, donate a few items for the Chinese Auction (a special container is located in the coat room), help with set-up or tear-down. There are so many things that one can do to help us celebrate this annual event. Raffle tickets and volunteer cards will be appearing soon! Our Bazaar will be on Sunday, August 10. Mark your calendars and plan to be a part of this wonderful gathering! Thank You Special thanks to everyone for your prayers and cards during my hospital stay. I greatly appreciate your kindness and thoughtfulness. May God bless you for your Christ-like love and concern for others. May you have a wonderful week filled with the joy of the Risen Christ, Fr. John Gizler
Weekly Offering Thank you for your continued generosity to the parish as part of your gift for the good things God has given you. Regular Collection: June 1, 2014 (321) Envelopes Loose Total $8,524.75 $2,018.11 $10,542.86 Parish Share 2014 Debt Reduction $2,150.00 $1,290.00 Items Needed for the Bazaar Flea Market Clean, usable items for our annual church Bazaar on August 10 are needed: Household items, toys, wooden furniture, jewelry, etc. in usable condition, are appreciated. Items we can NOT accept are: stuffed furniture, clothing, paint, chemicals, exercise equipment, computers (monitors & keyboards), televisions, and tires. Please save these items until the week before the Bazaar Day and bring them to the tent behind the school building. Times and dates will be available soon! June 14, 6:00 pm J. Ager, M, Dailey, L. Kessler, K. King, K. Lutzic, S. Pieto, J. Tosto, N. Yarnot, A. King Veronica Muth Trevor Muth CHURCH MINISTRY SCHEDULE June 15, 8:00 am C. Brandl, T. Brandl, G. Cararie, R. Cararie, B. Hartzel, R. Hartzel, D Thunell, J. Thunell, M. Cunningham Adam Brandl Zach Brandl June 15, 10:30 am J. Blair, M. Danner, M. Eury, A. Hutchinson, M. Sippey, N. Sippey, D. Smith, J. Smith, M. Hoerner Mark Zyble Nick Zyble Weekday Altar Server (6/9-6/13) Christian Johnson Mon., Thurs. 7:30 a.m. & Fri. 9:00 a.m. Volunteer Servers needed for Wed. 7:00 p.m. Mass. For the complete month s schedule, visit our website: http://www.holysepulcher.org/ministries/liturgical-ministries SOCIABLES LUNCHEON Due to scheduling conflicts, the Sociables luncheon is today, June 8 at 1:30 pm in the cafeteria. The Sociables are a social group for those 50 and over. ELIZABETH MINISTRY The Elizabeth Ministry is based on the visitation story of Mary and Elizabeth in Luke s Gospel. This weekend, the church recognizes Saturday, May 31 as the Feast of the Visitation of Mary and Elizabeth. The Elizabeth Ministry is a vital ministry for the church, to be with women and their families during the blessed event of having a child, but also for those struggling with fertility issues, miscarriage and going through adoption. Please help keep this ministry alive by contacting us when you or a family member are expecting, or going through any of the above issues. After a baptism is scheduled with the parish office, the Elizabeth Ministry will contact you about providing a prepared meal and gift basket to celebrate the birth of your child. To contact the Elizabeth Ministry directly, email the Health Ministry at hscprayerchain@gmail.com or call Amanda Ranalli 724-272-5892 or Margaret Schweiger 724-557-1775. For additional information, visit the Elizabeth Ministry website at www.elizabethministry.com. Peter s Pence Collection Be a Witness of Charity Next week our Diocese will take up the Peter s Pence Collection, which provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged: victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Join our Holy Father as a witness of charity to those who are suffering. BAKE SALE TODAY! A bake sale is being held in the Narthex after all Masses this weekend to benefit the San Bernardino School in Patzun. Pease stop by and pick up a tasty treat for your Sunday breakfast! Baked items will not be priced, but donations will be accepted - 100% of which will go directly to Patzun. W.O.W. S MONTHY MEETING The W.O.W. s monthly meeting will be Monday, June 9 th at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at Rosie and Dick Becker s home for a covered dish luncheon and have a devotion to the Sacred Heart. All widows and widowers are welcome. For directions, call Rosie or Dick at 724-444-5617. Any other questions, call Joan Coward at 724-443-6373. FLAG COLLECTION The Knights of Columbus are again collecting discarded flags which are no longer serviceable from now through July 4 th weekend. Look for an appropriately marked (red, white, & blue) drop box (for Flags only) in the Narthex. Please dispose of your flag staff or pole separately. Your participation in this project is a way for all of us to respectfully dispose of our unserviceable flags. Eight councils in our district are participating in the Flag Retirement project. The Flag Retirement ceremony will take place on Wednesday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. at the Wexford council home. The Knights of Columbus is collaborating with our local American Legion, the Boy Scouts and Pine- Richland Fire Department to handle the proper disposal. The Knights of Columbus Color Corps and boy Scout Honor Guard will participate in the Retirement Ceremony. Spectators are welcome. Market Day Pick-up Market Day Orders can be picked on Thursday, June 12 in the school cafeteria between 2:45-3:30 pm. Call Bonnie at 724-898-4575 with any questions. We proudly welcome Harrison Edward Spreng who was recently baptized into the faith. Harrison is the son of Nicholas and Amanda Spreng. Please pray for the peaceful repose of the soul of John Fabian (Husband of Mary Ann) who recently passed away and is enjoying everlasting life.
MAXIMIZING YOUR CHILD S POTENTIAL SR. ANNA MARIE GAGLIA, CSJ, PRINCIPAL 724-586-5022 holysepulcherschool@zoominternet.net www.holysepulcher.org/school The following students received a St. Francis Award for their acts of kindness on Friday, June 6 during school mass: Stephen Brooks Brady Collins Nick Collins Lily Dietrich Madeleine Dietrich Nora Donnelly Leah Grady Alexandria Jones Jillian Kratz Veronica Muth Julia Riley David Schratz Mary Kate Schratz Matthew Shaffer Veronica Shaffer Mary Bernardine Torrez Alex Vidic Noah Waldenville Ben Zock Ava Zyble ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS Help parents send their children to our quality Catholic School. You can divert your state taxes to help Holy Sepulcher families with tuition assistance and qualify for a Federal Charitable Contribution. This program is offered by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development through EITC/OTIC funding. July 1st is the critical date to apply for this amazing opportunity to help your fellow parishioners. Please don t delay! For more information, please contact Chris Marsico at 724-816-7337 or email Sister Anna Marie at principalhss@zoominternet.net The last day of school is Wednesday, June 11. School will be dismissed at 11:30 am. We hope everyone has a restful, fun and safe summer. We look forward to seeing you again in August! DONATE SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO SAN BERNARDINO SCHOOL IN PATZUN, GUATEMALA Please join the Patzun Mission group and the Holy Sepulcher School Students in collecting gently used school supplies for the students in our sister school in Patzun, Guatemala. Drop any school supply that is used, but in good condition, in the collection box in the coat room of the church or bring to school office. Collection items can include, pencils, pens, colored pencils, markers, crayons, partially used notebooks, binders, etc. Join us in recycling, reusing, helping the students in Patzun with their studies! F aith ormation Brenda Hartzel, Faith Formation Director hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net 724-586-7276 June Events: 15 - Children s Liturgy of the Word at 10:30 Mass 23-27 - Vacation Bible School - 9-Noon 29 - Children s Liturgy of the Word at 10:30 Mass Shipwreck Bay and Treasure Point are waiting to be explored! Register for vacation Bible School today! Are you ready to find the treasure? Where will it be? In a box, in the water, under a shell, maybe in a pineapple! Come help us find this treasure! June 23-27 will be a week of fun with crafts, games, snacks and stories about God. Eyes to see and ears to hear the GOOD NEWS from the shore. Come and find out how God s Love is for YOU! Themes include: Jesus Helps Jesus Cares Jesus Forgives Jesus Lives Faith Formation Registrations for the 2014-15 year will go out after June 1. FOR FAMILY DISCUSSION See the website for more discussion questions Acts 2:1-11 The Holy Spirit allowed the disciples to speak in different tongues. How do you think the disciples felt when speaking in a language they did not know? 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13 What are some of the different gifts that the Holy Spirit brings? John 20:19-23 Why do you suppose the disciples had the doors locked? Where was Jesus sending the disciples? How do people today carry on the mission Jesus gave to the disciples? from Exploring the Sunday Lectionary by Sandy Rigsby & Steve Mason
Youth Ministry for 6th-8th Graders www.holysepulcher.org/lifeteen Jacob Williamson, Coordinator of Youth Ministry 724-481-1232 ymholysep@gmail.com Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Life Teen Follow us on Twitter: HolySepLifeTeen Pentecost Greg Gillis & Cathy Davis, Coordinators holysepedge@gmail.com SUMMER KICK-OFF Saturday, June 14 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. BONFIRE! COOKOUT! GAMES! PARTY! Just because school is ending doesn t mean EDGE is! We are going through the summer with activities! Join us for our Summer Kick-Off. Around the Community: ALL 8th grade teens are now invited to join Life Teen! Life Teen meets every Sunday from 6:30-8:30 pm and every Thursday from 7:00-9:00 pm in the YYAC. Adults Needed to Volunteer at Life Teen Several adults are needed to volunteer at Life Teen this coming academic year. To find out how you can put your gifts and talents to the service of God and His Church, please call Jacob at 724-481-1232. Please don t disregard this plea for help thinking someone else will help. lease pray for the 16 teens and 3 adults traveling to P Franciscan University of Steubenville next week for the summer youth conference. Please pray that their hearts and minds will be open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and that they come away with a renewed zeal to know, love and serve Jesus Christ. PIRATES GAME Join us for the Pirates game on Wednesday, June 18. We will leave from Holy Sepulcher at 5:15 and return when the game is over. Cost is $25. Only a few spots remain. Sign up today! Lock in at the YYAC! 9:00 pm Friday, June 27-7:00 am Saturday, June 28 Games, Food, Music, Bonfire, Middle of the Night Chaos What better way to begin summer? Cost is $5. All high school teens are invited! UPCOMING EVENTS Thurs. 6/12 @ 7:00-9:00 pm Thursday Hang Out Fri. 6/13-6/15 Steubenville Youth Conference Wed. 6/18 @ 5:15-10:00 pm Pirate Game Thurs. 6/19 @ 7:00-9:00 pm Thursday Hang Out Thurs. 6/26 @ 7:00-9:00 pm Thursday Hang Out Fri. 6/27 @ 9:00 pm-7:00 am Lock In! Thurs. 7/3 No Event PILGRIMAGE TO THE SHRINES OF LORETTO The World Apostolate of Fatima / Blue Army will sponsor a pilgrimage to the shrines and gardens of Loretto on Sat., July 12. Cost for the bus is $20 / person. Please pack your own lunch; bus will stop for dinner on the way home. There will be a 4:00 pm Mass at the Basilica and stops at religious gift shops. The bus departs at 9:00 am from St. Paul Church, 128 N. McKean St., Butler, PA and will return approximately at 9:00 pm. For reservations, call Cathy at 724-256-9395. PATH TO FAITH HEALING SERVICE Issam Nemeh, M.D., a Roman Catholic and physician of unshakeable faith will be giving an Inspirational Talk followed by a Healing Prayer Service at the Pittsburgh Marriott North, 100 Cranberry Wood Dr., Cranberry Twp., PA on Sun., June 22 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Everyone in attendance will receive an individual prayer with Dr. Nemeh following the presentation and Q&A. Due to limited seating, everyone is required to purchase a ticket to attend. Children under the age of 12 will be a guest of Path to Faith and do not require a ticket when accompanied by a paying adult. Please visit www.pathofaith.com for additional details and tickets or call Ticket Leap, 877-849-5327. PEACE, LOVE, RUN 13.1 AND 5K The Peace, Love, Run 13.1 Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk will take place on Sun., June 22 at the North Park Boathouse, 10301 Pearce Mill Rd., McCandless Twp., PA. The Half Marathon is at 7:00 am and the 5K run/walk is at 7:45 am. Proceeds benefit Catholic Hospice s mission to provide exceptional end of life care. Register at www.active.com and by typing peace love run in the search box or by calling Catholic Hospice at 1-888-933-6221 for a registration form. FESTIVAL OF PRAISE WITH BISOP ZUBIK Join Bishop Zubik, Fr. Joe Freedy and the Seminarians for an Evening of Adoration and Praise at St. Paul Seminary, 2900 Noblestown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA, to Pray for the four Men being Ordained Priests and an Increase in Vocations to the Priesthood in our Diocese. Confessions will be available. 7:30-9:00pm, Thursday, June 26th. Light reception to follow. FIND A MASS WHEN TRAVELING To find a Mass when traveling, go to www.thecatholicdirectory.com.