All Saints Catholic Church 19 Wilson Street ~ Pittsburgh, PA 15223-1798 A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust Contact Informa on Parish Staff Clergy Rev. Doctor James R. Gretz Rev. James K. Mazurek Rev. Miroslaw Stelmaszczyk Rev. Gerald J. Lutz Deacon Stephen J. Byers Deacon Stephen J. Kisak Deacon Charles H. Rhoads Bernade e Calvino Program Mgr. of Rel. Ed. Thomas G. Rishel Director of Music Ministry The mission of All Saints Parish is to expand the Kingdom of God by showing people the way to salvation through the Eucharist, in our faith, our compassion, and our actions. This is showcased in our four core values, namely: Prayer: Dependence on God and Communicating with God. Ministry: Having knowledge of the faith and putting it into practice. Christian Attitude: Being welcoming, hospitable, compassionate, caring, and loving of everyone. Stewardship: Care for the spiritual and physical assets of the Parish, namely our time, talent, and treasure. NOVEMBER 25, 2018 OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE Rectory/Office 412-781-0530 Religious Educa on 412-781-5183 Ac vi es Building 412-781-5183 E-mail allsaintsetna@comcast.net Website www.allsaintsetna.org Religious Ed. E-mail allsaintsreled@comcast.net Pi sburgh Diocese Victim Assistance Hotline 1-888-808-1235 Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturdays 8:00 am -11:00 am Masses Sunday: 9:00 & 11:30 AM Weekdays: Tuesday & Thursday 8:00AM Wednesday 7:00 PM Sacraments Baptisms are celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month after the 10:00 AM Mass. Pre-Baptismal classes are required. Contact the Parish Office for arrangements. Reconciliation: Saturdays 12:30-1:30 PM. Visitation of the Sick or Shut-Ins: Inform the Parish Office when anyone is ill at home or in the hospital. Upon request, Holy Communion can be brought to the home by the priest and/or a Eucharistic Minister. Marriage: Contact Parish Office at least 6 months in advance of proposed date. Bulletin Deadline: All bulletin announcements must be received by Monday noon in written form. Preparation for Entering the Church (RCIA): We welcome those who are interested in becoming Catholics. To enter a program of formation and prayer, contact the Parish Office. Parish Membership: New parishioners are always welcome! Call the Parish Office for a census form. Prayer Meeting: Every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30 PM. See bulletin for monthly Mass time. Access to Parish Calendar of Events: https://sites.google.com/site/allsaintsetna/
ALL SAINTS CHURCH DUE TO THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY AND EARLY BULLETIN DEADLINE FOR J. S. PALUCH, WE WILL PUBLISH THE OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS FOR NOVEMBER 18TH AND 25TH IN A FUTURE BULLETIN. Janet Bisceglia, Dolly Chavez, Frances Mosesso, Shirley Hudepohl, Robert Istenes, Cecilia Acres, Barbara Volpe, Norma Hufnagel, Marge Reese, Elena Kime, Bernard Szewcow, Matthew Mika, Dave Marcoly, Thomas V. Rishel, Carol Sees, Kathy Rishel, Ryan Woodrow, David Hufnagel, Marie T. Schran, Ida Fowler, Father Garry Patriquin, Mildred Hoffman, Eileen Dougherty, Erin Schmitt, Joseph Wittman, Patricia Curriston, Jason Wolling, Mary Jo Sciullo, Susan Killmeyer, Anthony Sciullo, Maria Wolownik, Lisa Lindsey, Katherine Rodack, Kathy Cook, Jordan McCue, and all the sick of our parish. Please note: We ask the families who have requested prayers to please keep us updated regarding your loved one so our list can remain current. The Light is On For YOU! The Light is On For You! is an initiative of the Diocese of Pittsburgh to encourage Catholics to avail themselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Confession is a wonderful opportunity to set aside our sinful ways and to draw closer to our Lord. Confession will be available on Tuesday, December 11th from 6:00-9:00 PM in every Catholic parish in the Diocese. Bishop David Zubik to Host Listening Sessions Bishop David Zubik will host listening sessions and is asking parishioners and others to attend to express their thoughts and concerns, and to offer suggestions following the release of the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report. The sessions will begin at 7:00 PM and will be held as follows: Thursday, Nov. 29 St Paul Cathedral, Oakland Thursday, Dec 6 St Ferdinand Church, Cranberry CHRISTMAS FLOWER OFFERINGS The deadline to return your Christmas Flower Offering envelope is Monday, December 10th. Time is needed to type the list. So names submitted after that day might not be included in the booklet of intentions. Early Bulletin Deadline Due to the Christmas Holiday, all articles for the December 23rd bulletin need be submitted Tuesday, December 11th by noon. Also, the deadline for the December 30th bulletin is December 17th by noon. Thank you for your continued cooperation Web-site www.allsaintsetna.org From the desk of the Administrator Each year when we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, I think about two things. Let me share those thoughts with you. The first thing that comes to mind is wondering if we truly accept Jesus as our King. I always think about it in the context of American History. I think about our ancestors who fought against the King of England. They didn t want a king telling them what to do. Yet, here in 2018, do we still fight against our King? When I see the violence and hate speech in our world, I am reminded that the fight against the King rages. Maybe it should remind all of us to work harder to be dedicated to the King of the Universe! The second thing that comes to mind is that Advent is around the corner. When we come next Sunday, our churches will have that advent wreath set before us. Its purpose is to mark time to prepare us for the coming of the Lord. The first part of the season readies us for the second coming of Christ in glory. Then, on December 17 th, our eyes look back to that first coming in the lowly stable in Bethlehem. While there is much to do for Christmas, let s not lose the reason for the season and prepare ourselves for His coming. During the season of Advent, many things will transpire. While the full schedule is not yet finalized, I can share a couple of clergy things with you. The first is the reminder that confessions happen each week. That s the BEST way to prepare for Him! In particular, please note that on Tuesdays from 6-7:00 PM at SBP and Saturdays from 12:30-1:30 PM at ASP two Priests will be scheduled. Further, on Tuesday December 11 th, it is the seasonal The Light is On for You confessions from 6-9 PM. We will have all FIVE (5) Priests available at St. Bonaventure. Of course, I know EVERYONE wants to know the Christmas Mass schedule! Your clergy team has created the following schedule: At 4:00 PM, ASP, SBP, and HSP will have Mass. SBP will have Masses at 4:05 PM and 7 PM. SNP will have its traditional 9:00 PM. Midnight Mass will be at Midnight at SBP. Christmas day finds Masses at 9, 10, 11, and Noon at ASP, HSP, SBP, and SNP respectively. See you in Church! Fr. Jim Gretz
November 25, 2018 My Kingdom Does Not Belong to This World As the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Christ the King this weekend, our hearts are fixed on heaven, from where our God reigns. For our King, born in the stable in Bethlehem, son of Mary and Joseph the carpenter, had no political power in the world. He did not command military troops nor consult with court official. Instead, he came as one like us that he might show us the way to love and reign in our hearts as he reigns in heaven. Our benevolent Lord and King, Jesus, has chosen to dwell with us and has promised to prepare a place for us to dwell with him in heaven. So, we must ask ourselves, what kingdom are we choosing to live for? Are we seeking to build up a kingdom for ourselves in this life that is bound to pass away? Or will we work hard now to store up for ourselves treasure in heaven and come to share in the glory of the kingdom to come. On Mission for The Church Alive! seeks to strengthen the Church and increase the opportunities for us and others to grow closer to God and share in the life of his kingdom here and now. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed. This Sunday s solemnity of BOX Christ the King marks the final Sunday of the current liturgical year, Year B. Christ the King is the celebration of Christ s kingship and is really, as I have mentioned before, the Thanksgiving of the Church that happens to coincide closely with our national celebration of Thanksgiving. We give thanks for all that Jesus has done for us, and recognize him as our king. In the Gospel, Pilate questions Christ prior to his eventual crucifixion and death as to his role as king, which would have challenged Pilate s rule and bolstered the case for his execution. Jesus seems to downplay his kingship to Pilate, and instead says that he came to testify to the truth and says that everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice. Jesus is king of our lives because we have come to know the truth, that Christ died for our salvation and rose again, and so we listen to his voice as our Lord. As people who acknowledge this truth, we live our lives in a way that crowns him with many crowns by following his leadership in love and prayer and give thanks for his sacrifice freely given for our salvation. Next weekend, we begin again a new liturgical year with the season of Advent where we both anticipate the coming celebration of Christ s birth as well as his eventual return at the second coming. Yours in ministry, Tom Rishel FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING CHRISTIAN MOTHERS CHRISTMAS PARTY Christian Mothers will have their annual Christmas Party on Friday, December 7th. The vigil Mass for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception will be at 4:00 PM. The party follows after Mass. Sit down dinner begins at 5:30 PM. Cost is $15.00. All are welcome. Please RSVP to Cathy at 412-781-4788 for reservations by December 2nd. Everyone attending is asked to bring an unwrapped baby gift to be donated to those in need. Some suggestions are diapers of different sizes, sleepers, blankets, just to name a few items. Thank you for your support. We hope to see you at the party. Advent Goods The St Bonaventure Liturgical Planning Committee will be selling Advent wreaths, candles, calendars, and other devotionals at cost to help families prepare to celebrate this special season at home. Items will be available in the gathering space before and after weekend Masses November 24-25 and December 1-2, the First Sunday of Advent. Festival of Carols & Praise Most Reverend David A. Zubik invites everyone to join him for Festival of Carols and Praise, December 9, 2018, 2:30-4:30 PM, at St Paul Cathedral. Praise and Worship Leader will be Father Levi Hartle, along with the Holy Apostles Praise Band. Bring your family and friends to join the choirs of the Diocese in joyful song. A light reception will follow the celebration. Christmas Discernment Retreat Where do you search for consolation? College and postcollege men come to The Word Was Made Flesh: A Christmas Discernment Retreat, held December 14-16 at St Paul of the Cross Retreat Center. This retreat will speak to the call God has placed in your life and allow you to learn more about discerning your vocation. The weekend will include Mass, Adoration, conferences, opportunity for Confession, and solid brotherhood. No cost. Must be 18 or older. For information visit PGHPriest.com by December 7 to register. Support the Sisters of Divine Providence Help support the ministries and the mission of the Sisters of Divine Providence by purchasing a $25 Lucky Number ticket based on the PA Daily Lottery. Pick 3 Day and Pick 3 Evening numbers are still available. Your number is yours every day for the entire 2019 calendar year. Daily winners receive a minimum of $25 up to $150. Great gift idea! Visit cdpsisters.org/luckynumber or call 412-635-5401. Parishes & Families of Blessed Trinity Academy This past summer, Blessed Trinity Academy s (BTA) library got a much-needed facelift. I have completed my Eagle Scout Project, building cushioned benches with bookshelves to be used by all the children at BTA. Thank You to all who donated funds toward my Eagle Scout Project Christian Harper.
WEEKLY LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS AS-All Saints SB-St. Bonaventure HS-Holy Spirit SN-St. Nicholas SUNDAY - November 25th Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of Universe 4:00pm - SB (Sat.) Ron Kania (Wife & Family) 6:00pm - HS (Sat.) Twila B Schulli (Family) 7:30am - SB Gregorio Pietropaolo (Wife, Concetta & Children) 8:30am - SN Bernard & Anne Albrecht (Mary Capan) 9:00am - AS Mary Ann Yoest (Yoest Family) 10:00am - SB For the People of the Parishes 11:00am - HS Clara & Bill Hazel (Family) 11:30am - AS In Thanksgiving for All Saints Holy Name Society MONDAY - November 26h Weekday 6:40am - SB Theresa Modzelewski (Joan Corry) 8:00am - HS Anna Mackiewicz (Rich Miksic & Family) TUESDAY - November 27th Weekday 6:40am - SB Ray & Adeline Madia (Brian & Suzanne Evangelista) 8:00am - AS Rudolph J Milcic, Jr (Rudy & Nancy Milcic) Novena after Mass WEDNESDAY - November 28th Weekday 8:00am - SN Theresa Horvatich (Family) 7:00pm - AS George Wagner & Edna Evers (Penny Wagner) 7:00pm - SB Our Lady of the Perpetual Help Novena THURSDAY - November 29th Weekday 6:40am - SB Carl A Mann (Wife & Family) 8:00am - AS Louise Kruth (Christian Mothers & Guild) FRIDAY - November 30th St Andrew 6:40am - SB Tom Schrantz (Family) 8:00am - HS Patricia Miksic (Perlinger Family) SATURDAY - December 1st Weekday 8:00am - SN Anne Yagesh (Helen Yagesh) SUNDAY - December 2nd First Sunday of Advent 4:00pm - SB (Sat.) Vincent Sonson (Wife & Children) 6:00pm - HS (Sat.) Anne Mackiewicz(Jack Rumin) 7:30am - SB James Noe (BonAdventurers) 8:30am - SN Mary Jane Stankovic (Family) 9:00am - AS Ruth Schomer (Ladies of Charity) 10:00am - SB Elisabetta & Antonia Costa (Rocco & Carmela & Family) 11:00am - HS For the People of the Parishes 11:30am - AS Melissa J Bailey (Aunt Judy K.) 11/25/18 - Rose For Life was donated In Thanksgiving for the gift of life of great-grandson, Isaac and his Mom, Pam, by Fay Cristina. ALTAR FLOWERS FOR THE WEEK OF 11/25/18 Blessed Virgin vase was donated in memory of Veronica Lack (Anniv) by Jane Neely and family.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE SUNDAY 11/25/18 NO CCD Classes HS MONDAY 11/26/18 Men s Bible Study AS School 6:30 PM Bell Choir Practice HS 7:00-8:30 PM TUESDAY 11/27/18 Novena AS After 8:00 AM Mass Church Cleaning AS 9:00-10:00 AM CCD AS 6:30-8:00 PM Confessions SB 6:00-7:00 PM Choir Practice HS 7:00-8:30 PM WEDNESDAY 11/28/18 Craft Class SB 10:00AM Prayer Group AS 1:30-3:30 PM Novena SB 7:00 PM THURSDAY 11/29/18 Choir Practice AS 7:30-9:00 PM FRIDAY 11/30/18 Ladies Bible Study SB 1:30 PM SATURDAY 12/1/18 CCD Classes SB 9:00 AM Pizza with St Nick AS 11:30 AM-1:00 PM Confessions SN 8:30-9:30 AM Confessions AS 12:30-1:30 PM Confessions HS 5:00-5:45 PM SUNDAY, ALL SAINTS DECEMBER SHARING TREE 2, 2018 sponsored by All Saints Men s Club The All Saints Sharing Tree Advent Tradition continues. Our Tree is ready and holds many little Angel Cards. Please All take are an angel invited TODAY to join us so in that the an adult or Activities child will Building be reminded for Coffee the and love and Donuts support of after our the parish 9:00 family. and 11:30 Please AM make Masses. sure you sign the book for the angel that you take. Thank you and God Bless you. The final date to return the wrapped gift with the Angel on the outside is SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16th. Pizza with St Nicholas On Saturday, December 1st, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM the Religious Education Program will be hosting Pizza with Saint Nicholas! Cost is $5 per person. Contact the religious education office at 412-781-5183 by November 25th to register. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2018 sponsored by All Saints Men s Club All are invited to join us in the Activities Building for Coffee & Donuts after the 9:00 and 11:30 AM Masses. If you plan on stopping for coffee and donuts, please be aware of where you park your car. Don t get blocked in or cause someone else to get blocked in.