Saint Gertrude Parish A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 303 Franklin Ave Vandergrift, Pennsylvania 15690 May 14, 2017 Fifth Sunday of Easter Fr. James Loew, O.S.B. Pastor, (724) 568-2331 Fax: (724) 568-2030 Sr. Mercy Francis, S.M.I. Pastoral Minister Mr. James Peterman Coordinator of Religious Formation (724) 568-2331 or (724) 845-8191. Katie Tylinski (724) 212-6740 Youth Minister Coordinator ktylinski@dioceseofgreensburg.org Cardinal Maida Academy Mr. Mark Talarico, Principal School Phone (724) 568-3304 School Fax (724) 567-1900 Patti Donghia-Albert Music Director Baptisms By appointment. Baptismal preparation is necessary. Call for classes Marriage Arrangements must be made at least 8 months in advance. No marriage dates will be given until meeting with the priest and all preparation is ready. Sunday Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Weekday Mass Schedule Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m. Wednesday 9:15 a.m. School Mass Holy Day Mass Schedule Holy Day ~ 9:00 am, 6:00 pm Office Hours Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 Friday Closed Confessions Saturday ~ 3:15-3:45 pm or by appointment Pastoral Council Mission Statement We, the partnered parish communities of St. Gertrude and Christ the King, are faith-filled Catholics who have been called by our Baptism and empowered by the Good News of Jesus Christ to be Church for all. Although made up of multicultural faith communities we are ever united by our common faith. We are committed to building up the Body of Christ through Word, Worship, Evangelization, Leadership, Service, Stewardship, and Fellowship. Dedicated to deepening our love of Christ and one another, together we strive to become a living reflection of Christ for our region. We willingly accept our obligation to be the Light of the World for others and in that spirit we promise to use our resources to practice gospel justice, to heal divisive wounds among God s People and to join with all people of good will in addressing the spiritual and physical needs of all.
ST. GERTRUDE PARISH Treasures From Our Tradition In many parish churches, more rarely in monastery churches and cathedrals, the tabernacle with the Blessed Sacrament is visible from a doorway or aisle in the church. Normally, a person is to give the proper sign of reverence, a genuflection, when passing in proximity to the tabernacle. The word "genuflect" comes from Latin roots meaning bending (or flexing) the knee. A common -sense exception to the rule is for a sacristan who is taking care of the church and can't be genuflecting every thirty seconds during a vacuum run. Also excepted are persons in procession entrusted with important symbols of the Lord's presence. So, a crossbearer or a minister carrying the Gospel book, or ministers on their way to their Communion stations do not genuflect. For everyone else, the usual sign of reverence for the Lord's presence in the Blessed Sacrament is to genuflect on the right knee. The oldest form of reverence during prayer in our tradition is standing; kneeling or genuflecting is a sign borrowed from old civic practice. The posture of kneeling, even on one knee, is a sign of submission. Servants would take this position before their masters in the ancient world. It said: I'm not running away, I'm yours, I'm here for you. This is what your genuflection says when you enter a Catholic church where the place of reservation of the Blessed Sacrament is visible to you: I'm yours. Today s Readings First Reading -- To meet their growing needs, the community chooses seven reputable men to serve the new Greek believers (Acts 6:1-7). Psalm -- Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you (Psalm 33). Second Reading -- We, like living stones, let ourselves be built into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:4-9). Gospel -- "Show us the Father," Philip asks Jesus. To which Jesus replies: "Whoever sees me, sees the Father" (John 14:1-12). Readings for the Week Monday: Acts 14:5-18; Ps 115:1-4, 15-16; Jn 14:21-26 Tuesday: Acts 14:19-28; Ps 145:10-13ab, 21;Jn 14:27-31a Wednesday: Acts 15:1-6; Ps 122:1-5; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday: Acts 15:7-21; Ps 96:1-3, 10; Jn 15:9-11 Friday: Acts 15:22-31; Ps 57:8-10, 12; Jn 15:12-17 Saturday: Acts 16:1-10; Ps 100:1b-3, 5; Jn 15:18-21 Sunday: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; Ps 66:1-7, 16, 20; 1 Pt 3:15-18 or 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 14:15-21 or Jn 17:1-11a Congratulations to all the kids who made their first holy communion last week; Ali Nicole Bruno, Collin Dingman, Zachary Hald, Anthony Honick, Leah Grace Kunkle, Anthony Joseph Massari, Zachary Michael Myers, Avery Reese Nix, Meela Jaden Peace, Reagan Gianna Rowe, Jaxon Tyler Vargo, Bella Hepler- Smith. St. Gertrude Cemetery St. Gertrude s Cemetery has benefited from a Boy Scout Eagle Project completed by Zachary Paullet (a Member of Troop 551) from our parish. His project consisted of refurbishing the cemetery sign and installing a flowe rbed beneath it. He also had the flag pole repainted and renovated the veteran s memorial around it. There will be a flag raising ceremony on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29th, to honor those both past and present who have served our country. The ceremony will begin at approximately 8:30a.m. Saint Gertrude Reunion St. Gertrude Reunion committee will be meeting on Wednesday, May 24, at the Bari Social hall at 7:00p.m. All are welcome. The Way Today we sense the apostles' trepidation as they begin to realize that the Lord would soon be leaving them. In their fear, they ask, "Master, we do not know where you are going; how can we know the way?" (John 14:5). Jesus tells them that he is the way. The Easter season has been a time of growing in Easter faith so that we, too, may learn to know that Jesus is the way. We can take comfort in the Lord's promise that he is going to his Father's house to prepare a place for us, his chosen people who have been called out of darkness into God's wonderful light. As the paschal candle continues to burn during this holy season, let us remember that in baptism we were given the light of Christ. With Christ our light as the beacon lighting our way, let us march toward the glory of Pentecost.
The Fifth Sunday of Easter May 14, 2017 Sanctuary Lamp ~ Edith Maglocci & Maria Dettore by family Memorial Candle ~ Saveria & Domenic Gallo by Family Memorial Candle ~ Nick Loperfito by family Altar Servers May 20th & 21st 4:00p.m. ~ Derek Hald, Kyle & Peter Poremski 8:00a.m. ~ Joey & Nicholas DiFilippio 10:30a.m. ~ Zack & Laruen Paullet Domenic Dellemonache Collection for May 6th & 7th Envelopes ~ $5,744.50 Loose Collection $550.00 Church Restoration ~ $213.00 Utilities ~ $10.00 Second Collection Our Diocese will take up the annual collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC) on May 20-21. This collection helps bring the Gospel message to the public square so that all can know the love of God. Pope Francis has reminded us that communication has the power to build bridges, to enable encounter and inclusion, and thus to enrich society (World Communications Day Message, 2016). Support of this collection helps to enrich society and to invite all to encounter the love of God Knights of Columbus The Greater Kiski Valley knights of Columbus will be holding their annual baby bottle campaign drive. It will be held the whole month of May. Your baby bottles may be picked up at the church during that time. Please help support their worth while cause. Cardinal Maida Academy PART-TIME PRESCHOOL We are currently seeking a part-time teacher for our preschool program. Interested candidates are asked to send a resume with references to Cardinal Maida Academy, 315 Franklin Avenue, Vandergrift, PA 15690 Attn: Mr. Talarico or mtalarico@cardinalmaidaacademy.org A Mother s Love There are times when only a mother's love Can understand Diocese Lenten Appeal our tears, Can soothe our disappoints and calm all of our fears. There are times when only a mother's love Can share the joy we feel When something we've dreamed about Quite suddenly is real. There are times when only a mother's faith Can help us on life's way And inspire in us the confidence We need from day to day. For a mother's heart and a mother's faith And a mother's steadfast love Were fashioned by the angels And sent from God above. Catholic Daughters of America CD of A is sponsoring a bus trip to the Lamplighter for lunch and a play at the Apple Hill Playhouse on June 11, 2017. Cost of the bus trip is only $50, and includes transportation, lunch, gratuity, and play. Departure will be approximately at 12:00. Anyone who is interested may contact Kathy Policicchio at (724) 777-1220. Payment must be received by June 1, 2017 in order to hold the reservations. The Total pledges and gifts received for this year s Diocesan Lenten Appeal is $53,795. and our parish goal has been exceeded by $8,717. All dollars pledged or given going forward will be returned to our parish and used here. If you haven t made your gift, please prayerfully discern your gift and return your pledge card at Mass next weekend or return it to the Parish Office. Pledges can also be made online. Pledges can be made online at DLA.dioceseofgreensburg.org.
FUSED 4 ~ MAY EDGE CALENDAR (Grades 6th-8th ~Christ the King Parish ~ St. Joseph Room in the basement of the church offices at CTK~ 6:30-8:00 PM) 24 th NO SESSION~ 28 th -- Youth Mass at St. James at 5:00 PM with AMP to follow in the hall ~ 31 st NO SESSION FUSED 4 ~ MAY LIFETEEN CALENDAR (Grades 9th-12th ~ St. James Parish Underground/ Upper Room ~ 6:30-8:00 PM) 21 st End of Year Party (note that this session is an addition) ~ May 25 th Attend the 7:00 PM Mass for the Ascension and go out for ice cream afterwards (note that this is an addition) ~ 28 th -- Youth Mass at St. James at 5:00 PM with AMP to follow in the hall Please put in Parish section of the bulletin: People of all ages are welcome to attend our Youth Mass on Sunday, May 28 th at 5:00 PM at St. James. There is an After Mass Party (AMP) immediately following Mass in the church hall. Families with a last name beginning with (A-P) are asked to bring a side dish and last name beginning with (Q-Z) are asked to bring a dessert. We are looking for readers, altar servers, ushers and greeters in 6 th -12 th grades. LIFETEEN will be having our End Of Year Party on May 21 st. We will meet at our regular space and then head outside (weather permitting) to play some games. Food will be served. Prizes will be drawn from LIFETEEN bucks! Please turn in your permission slips (if you haven t completed it yet) so that you can out for ice cream after Mass on Ascension Thursday, May 25 th. We will call when we are on the way home from getting ice cream. Please turn them in by this Monday, May 22 nd.
Saturday, May 13, Vigil Fifth Sunday of Easter 4:00p.m. Frances Petrarca Sunday, May 14, Fifth Sunday of Easter 8:00a.m. Living and Deceased of Our Parish 10:30a.m. Nunzio & Maria Dettore Monday, May 15, Easter Weekday 8:30a.m. Francis Plazio Tuesday, May 16, Easter Weekday 8:30a.m. Mass at Christ The King Wednesday, May 17, Easter Weekday 8:30a.m. Joseph F. Civitillo 9:15a.m. CMA School Mass Thursday, May 18, Easter Weekday 8:30a.m. Mass at Christ the King Friday, May 19, Easter Weekday 8:30a.m. William Macino Saturday, May 20, Easter Weekday 8:30a.m. Mass at Christ The King Saturday, May 20, Vigil, Sixth Sunday of Easter 4:00p.m. John Naccarato Sunday, May 21, Sixth Sunday of Easter 8:00a.m. Helen, Dan Mcdonald & Carmine, Mary Policicchio 10:30a.m. Living and Deceased of Our Parish