It is the purpose of St. John Neumann Parish, a gathered people, to act in word, sacrament, witness and service toward all, in gratitude to God our Father, through Jesus Christ our Brother with the Holy Spirit, as our Guide. A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust September 8, 2013 Twenty-third Sunday in Ord. Time 2230 Rochester Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (412) 366-2020 www.stjohnneumannpgh.org
CALENDAR Sunday, Sept. 8 Blood Pressure Screening Picnic sign-up after all Masses Bishop Education Fd. 10:00 AM Confirmation Retreat 1:30 PM Protecting God s Children Monday, Sept. 9 7:00 PM High School Core Team 7:00 PM Respect Life Tues. Sept. 10 2:00 PM Women s Guild @ Vincentian Weds. Sept. 11 9:00 AM World Vision Thurs, Sept. 12 9:45 AM Scripture Study 1:00 PM Good Shepherd Aide Training 6:00 PM High School Youth Choir Rehearsal 7:00 PM Good Shepherd Aide Training 7:30 PM Adult Choir Rehearsal Friday, Sept. 13 Sat. Sept. 14 Habitat 7:00 PM Retrouvaille THE WEEK AHEAD MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, Sept. 7 9:00 AM Elise Eger (George & Elis. Mandl) 5:30 PM Jim Simpson (Patsilevas Family) Sunday, Sept. 8, 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Cora & Jack Rice (Ruth Craig) 9:30 AM Stephanie Pluhta (Janet Eshenbaugh) 11:30 AM For the People of SJN Parish Monday, Sept. 9 9:00 AM Ruth & Irv Klimas (Marge Burkle) Tuesday, Sept. 10 9:00 AM Lewis Full (Mark & Barbara Matera) Wednesday, Sept. 11 4:30 PM For World Peace 6:30 PM Lawrence Voller Sr. (Sharon Weaver) Thursday, Sept. 12 9:00 AM Thomas Chun (Helen O Hallaron) Friday, Sept. 13 9:00 AM Bill Hill (Mr & Mrs Gerald Bialek) Saturday, Sept. 14, The Exaltation of the Holy Cross 9:00 AM Dolores Lang (Paul) 5:30 PM Betty Collins (Dot Reinhart & 5:30 Mass Friends) Sunday, Sept. 15, 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM For the People of SJN Parish 9:30 AM Richard Frankart (Tom Frankart & Family) 11:30 AM Lewis Full (Evankovich Family) READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Tm 2:1-8; Ps 28:2, 7-9; Lk 7:1-10 Tuesday: 1 Tm 3:1-13; Ps 101:1b-3ab, 5-6; Lk 7:11-17 Wednesday: 1 Tm 3:14-16; Ps 111:1-6; Lk 7:31-35 Thursday: 1 Tm 4:12-16; Ps 111:7-10; Lk 7:36-50 Friday: 1 Tm 6:2c-12; Ps 49:6-10, 17-20; Lk 8:1-3 Saturday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Ps 19:2-5; Mt 9:9-13 Sunday: Am 8:4-7; Ps 113:1-2, 4-8; 1 Tm 2:1-8; Lk 16:1-13 [10-13] Sept. 1 Operating $8,281.50 Camp. Alive 4,727.00 Parish Share 5,540.40 Hurricane Sandy 2,214.00 Faith Formation 2,315.00 Bread 719.00 Misc. 154.00 $23,950.90 Thank you for your generous support of our Parish! EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Sat. Sept. 14-5:30 PM A. Turo, B. Schuler, C. Hatcher, A. McCafferty, K. Masters, T. Hart Sun. Sept. 15-8:00 AM B. Walls, T. Kiliany, H. O Hallaron, F. & P. Ermlich, I. & J. Parks 9:30 AM S. Noel, K. Magdic, S. Schupansky, D. Schaults, C. Vollmer, C. Antonelli, F. Mazur 11:30 AM - T. LaVoice, D. Huber, B. Chufo, B. Furiga, J. & R. Powers, E. Macken LECTORS Sat. Sept. 14 5:30 PM J. Schuler, V. Furst Sun. Sept. 15 8:00 AM J. Kohler, M. Petrasek 9:30 AM E. Turo, G. Jezerc 11:30 AM J. McCluskey, P. Furiga ALTAR SERVERS Sat. Sept. 14 5:30 PM Root Family Sun. Sept. 15 8:00 AM J. & T. Pusateri, C. Gumash 9:30 AM Schweiger Family 11:30 AM Z. Nachazel, K. & B. Kinzler
PARISH NEWS OPEN THE DOOR OF FAITH... is the theme for Catechetical Sunday, September 15. At all weekend Masses, catechists will be called forward to be commissioned to serve in the coming year. We thank Good Shepherd catechists and aides, middle school and high school catechists and core team, Vacation Bible School catechists, Marriage and Baptism preparation team members, and RCIA team members for their devotion to this ministry. Please keep in prayer these individuals who share so much of themselves and open the door of faith to so many. BEYOND RENEW SIGN-UP SUNDAY COMING SOON! Continuing our celebration of The Year of Faith, the theme for this fall session is Facets of Faith. We are also dedicating this Beyond Renew season to Pope Francis and getting to know and understand him better. Please consider joining a small faith sharing group! Participation in a group is a wonderful way to grow your faith and meet other people from our parish community. The season will begin the week of October 6, with groups available various days and times. Sign-up Sunday is September 22 nd following all Masses. For any questions you might have regarding groups, contact Linda Young at (412) 367-9052. Music Ministry Upcoming Rehearsals Youth Group 6:00-7:00 PM, September 12 Adult Choir 7:30-9:00 PM, September 12 Folk Group 6:00-7:00 PM, September 19 New members welcome and encouraged to attend! Questions? Comments? Visit Ashley after Mass or call 412-370-5982. Schedules & rehearsal packets are available in the music room. DIVORCED & SAEPARATED SUPPORT GROUP The Divorced and Separated support group jointly sponsored by Sts. John & Paul, St. Richard and St. John Neumann parishes will begin its next 13 week cycle of meetings on Monday, September 9. This group provides caring support to anyone who is experiencing the pain of separation or divorce. Meetings are on Monday evenings from 7:00-8:45 PM and will be held at St. Richard Church in Rooms 5A & 5B of the Social Hall. Anyone who has questions or would like more information should contact Ralph Joy (412-741-5456 or rjoy205@verizon.net) PARISH PICNIC The annual parish picnic will be held on September 15 at Blueberry Park. Entertainment throughout the day: Coach Dave, an organized volleyball game, jugglers, Rita s Italian Ice, and a special treat - the North Star Kids will perform. The picnic starts at 1 pm. Sign-ups will be after all Masses this weekend, Sept. 7, or you can drop your reservation in the collection basket. You can also register on-line. Come and meet your fellow parishioners and enjoy the last picnic of the summer! YOUTH MINISTRY Next week-end, our Youth Ministry kicks off it s new season at the 11:30 Mass. We will no longer continue the 5:30 Mass on Sunday evenings. Please plan on joining us as our Youth Director, Connor Flanagan, has a great year planned. Call ext. 12 for more details! EDUCATION PROTECTING GOD S CHILDREN TODAY - SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 BOVARD HALL - 1:30 pm FAMILY MASS SEPTEMBER 11 We begin our new catechetical year in prayer. Please join us for a Family Mass on Wednesday, September 11 at either 4:30 or 6:30 pm. Family Mass has become a tradition at SJN, a way for Good Shepherd children to connect what they have learned in the atrium to our celebration of the Mass. If you have been a lector or altar server at past Family Masses, please call the Religious Education secretary at X12 to sign up as a minister for one of these September 11 masses. GOOD SHEPHERD BEGINS... on Tuesday, September 17. Students will report for a full session on the day and time they are registered. Last minute registrations will be accepted, but please remember to list three possible times as many days and times no longer have space. GOOD SHEPHERD LEVEL 1 CLASS We are thrilled to report that our Level I Good Shepherd Course will take place after all. A late surge in interest by several people, including St. John Neumann parishioners, has revived this course. The new dates are: October 4, 11, 18, and 25; November 1, 8, 15 and 22; December 6 and 13; January 10 and 24. All sessions are on Fridays from 9 am - 3 pm. There is a brochure and registration form in the church lobby. For more information call Barbara Matera at X18.
SACRAMENTAL CONFIRMATION This Sunday, September 8, our Confirmation candidates are away at Martina for their Confirmation retreat with Fr. Joe Freedy and others. Please keep them in your prayers at this important step in their faith life and the life of the church. Take a look at the spirit book to pray for one of them by name as we prepare for this sacrament on December 7 with Bishop Zubik. COME AND SEE - RCIA Don t keep the grace and love of Eucharist to yourself. Invite someone to come and see the gifts and treasures of the Catholic Church. This Catholic Church holds many treasures of faith and love. We share them daily through scripture and liturgy and tradition. Let's look around and share them with someone. Extend the invitation to those around you to come and worship in the Catholic Church too. Few come without a personal invitation so please do your part to help our community grow. Come with them on Sunday, Sept 15 at 10:30 AM (or after the 9:30 Mass) to see what the church offers to them and all of us. There is no obligation to join the church, just an invitation to come and see- inquire and ask the questions! BAPTISM PREP Special Blessings to you and your family if you are anticipating the birth of a baby, adopting a child or have already welcomed a new life into your home. To prepare for this new life of grace and love, we offer a Baptism preparation session NEXT WEEK Sunday, Sept. 15, from 10:30 till noon. This time for information, reflection and sharing is led by a team couple. Call ext. 12. SACRAMENTS If you have a child over the age of 7 interested in First Reconciliation and Communion, or a teen past 10th grade who has not been confirmed or you, yourself, missed any of these sacraments growing up, PLEASE call Barb Stokes to begin preparation for these special times of coming closer to God s life and love. SPIRITUAL PRAYING WITH THE GOSPEL OF JOHN Last chance to order! Consider a daily reflection on the Gospel of John for your fall reading. Magnificat has published a superb little book to lead us deeper into the scriptures. If you are interested in purchasing a copy for yourself or as a gift, please call the Rel Ed office before Sept. Our price will depend on the number we order. HOW IMPORTANT IS FAMILY, FAITH & FUN? Let s give it 5 stars and plan some exciting events for these 3. We need 3 or 4 people who will plan creative, fun activities for families. Share your ideas with Barb Stokes at ext. 13. LITURGY OF THE WORD FOR CHILDREN What is it? Simply put- an adult or teen receives the Word of God from the celebrant at Mass (the priest) and leads the children from the adult assembly to a special place where they can read and reflect on the Sunday Scriptures. Usually it includes the First Reading and the Gospel, a song, the creed, the intercessions plus a short reflection time. Well written resources for the adult to follow are prepared and waiting. ALL WE NEED IS YOU! Please consider this important ministry for the children at SJN. Are you willing to pray over this call to share the Word? Consider it and let Barb Stokes know if you need more information or want to look at the excellent resources. K of C LIVING ROSARY The Knights of Columbus hare having their Bi-annual Living Rosary on Weds. evening, Sept. 11. The ceremony begins at 7 PM at their Wexford Council Home located on Swinderman Rd. (behind Sheetz across from Village of Pine). Food & beverage will be served afterwards along with a hotdog & marshmallow roast. It is a rain or shine event. Please save the date & invite family & friends for an enjoyable evening. SCRIPTURE STUDY Get ready for the all the new beginnings of fall by turning to the scriptures and the never-ending strength we are promised when we turn to the Lord. Every Thursday morning an adult group gathers to break open the Word through reading and reflection. The coming Sunday scriptures are shared and prayed from 9:45 to 11:30am. You are always welcome to join. The door is open and the coffee is on! Just come. YOUTH MINISTRY High School Youth Ministry Kick-Off! Sunday Sept. 15th 12:30-2:30pm! Join us after the 11:30am Mass next week-end, Sunday, September 15th for the Kick-Off of our High School Youth Ministry program. We will begin with lunch at 12:30 and conclude our time together with closing prayer ending at 2:30. But what will we be doing at youth group you ask? PAINT WAR! The afternoon will be starting in Bovard Hall, but we will move to the back lot for a variety of games involving paint, culminating in an all out paint war! Wear old clothes... its going to be messy! Middle School Youth Ministry Kick-Off! Wednesday Sept. 25th 6:30-8:00pm! We have a lot of great activities/events planned for the middle school students of SJN this year. All middle school families will be getting more information (including our semester schedule) in the mail soon. All middle school students are invited to kick-off the year with us on Wed, Sept. 25th from 6:30-8:00pm! Keep an eye out in the next bulletin for more details!
SOCIAL VERLAND ICE-CREAM SOCIAL Our Verland Outreach Ministry will be participating in an ice-cream social with our Verland Community at the MT. NEBO campus. The date has been set for Saturday, September 28th from 1 TO 4 PM. Since our Verland Community is a part of St. John Neumann parish, we would like to extend an invitation to all parishioners to join us for a FUN DAY. Volunteers are most welcome to assist in preparing the Ice- Cream specialties otherwise, just come and enjoy the atmosphere while satisfying your TASTE BUDS. OVER 50 s CLUB will meet on Sept. 16 at 12 noon. The entertainment will be the High Society Combo. Lunch will be served at 1 pm. Please RSVP to Barb Miller at 412-364-1471 by Sept. 9. SOLOS,will meet at Hoovers on Rt. 8 on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 6 pm. Call Bob Lupi at 412-364-4921 if you plan to attend. MISC. EAGLE SCOUT NEWS Jackson Maurer, a parishioner and Eagle Scout candidate from Troop 171 has designed and built three picnic tables (with the assistance of fellow scouts) for the parish grounds. They have been delivered and can be seen by the bonfire pit beyond the upper parking lot. Our youth groups as well as other parish organizations will enjoy using them. When you have time, stop and try them on for size. They are very well constructed and will last a long time. Thank you, Jackson. THANK YOU Thanks to all who supported the parish sale of hoagies and donated to Bread for Africa. PROTECTING GOD S CHILDREN ALL CHURCH VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN PROTECTING GOD S CHILDREN, the child sex abuse awareness session. The local sessions scheduled at present are: St. Athanasius Tuesday, Sept 10 @ 6:30 pm St. Ferdinand Thursday, Sept 12 @ 9:00 am St. Ferdinand Thursday, Sept 12 @ 6:00 pm St. Gregory, Zelienople Sunday, Sept 22 @ 1:00 pm St. Kilian, Mars Tuesday, Sept 24 @ 6:30 pm ELECTRONIC GIVING PROGRAM You can have your SJN contribution automatically withdrawn from your checking or saving account each month. Avoid the hassle of searching for your envelopes each week. Save time writing checks. A record of each contribution will appear on your bank statement. Please contact the Parish Office (Ext. 10) for more information. BOY SCOUT CATHOLIC RELIGIOUS AWARDS Interested in earning your Boy Scout religious award? Please contact Bill Jenkins (412) 366-7632 or email (wjenk1542@comcast.net) for information on the awards or any questions. Classes are scheduled to start on Sunday, September 29 at 6:30 at St. John Neumann. Ad Altare Dei Designed for 13-14 year old Boy Scouts Pope Pius XII Designed for Venturing Crew Members and Boy Scouts 15 years old and older. A Scout is Reverent! OUTREACH HABITAT SJN this fall will participate with Beaver County Habitat s efforts to provide affordable housing. The dates are Sept. 14, October 26, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14. If interested, visit beavercountyhabitat.org or Jay Deily at 412-366-2804 or jndeily@verizon.net for more information. VOLUNTEER WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18 GREATER PGH COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Volunteer with SJN at the Greater Pgh. Community Food Bank on Wednesday, Sept. 18. Bring a friend or relative! Our work to separate and pack food will benefit folks in 11 counties in Western Pennsylvania. Meet at the church's back doors at 8: 00 AM to carpool; return approx 2:00 PM after lunch out together. Limit: 12 volunteers. Register at 412-366-5638, ext. 12 with your name, phone #, email address by noon Monday, Sept. 16. APPALACHIA GARAGE SALE The fall garage sale is Sat., Sept. 21 from 8am- 1pm. Donations will be gratefully accepted on Thurs and Fri. (9/19 and 9/20). PLEASE NO TVs! Help with pricing these items is always gladly accepted. Contact Laura Juran at 412-367-4264 or lejuran@verizon.net. APPALACHIA 2014 Interested? Dates are June 21-28. You must be a current sophomore or older to attend. Parents do not need to accompany a teen. Adults of all skill levels are more than welcome. Our kickoff meeting will be October 13 at 10:30. For more information or to put your name on the list please contact Laura Juran at 412-367-4264 or lejuran@verizon.net Spaces are limited. PRAYER MINISTRY Please pray for the new additions to our prayer list. If you would like to add someone to the list, instructions are provided at http://stjohnneumannpghprayer.blogspot.com. You can also contact the parish office, Kathy Buzzard at 412-366-0781 or send an email to sjnprayer@gmail.com. Dolores McDonough Ella Romig Frank Vanetta