MAY 27, 2018 THE MOST HOLY TRINITY Pastor: Rev. Jay W. McGinnis jmcginnis@stpiusxgetzville.org Pastors Emeriti Rev. James C. O Connor Rev. Msgr. George B Yiengst Rev. Msgr. James N. Connelly Transitional Deacon Venatius Agbasiere Trustees John N. Philipps, James P. Trimper Sr. Master of Ceremonies Leonard Fiegl, Paul Von Der Empten, Jim Trimper Sr., Tim Reinhart Joseph Garrigan R o man Catholic Church Founded June 2, 1958 Phone: (716) 688-9143 Fax: (716) 688-1203 Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Lynn M. Knoop office@stpiusxgetzville.org Maintenance Carmen D Alessandro Jr.(716) 334-2369 Coordinator of Lifelong Faith Formation Pamela Rankin (688-5417 x 300) Director/Youth Ministries & VBS Carolyn Prefontaine (688-5417 x301) Music Ministry James P. Trimper, Sr. (688-2866) Organist James Trimper, Jr. (838-0039) Elizabeth R. Sanderson Soloist Ryan J. Bauer Ministry to the Sick James McGraw (688-9237) Senior Citizens Connie Weiser (777-1684) Pre-Cana Ministry Bert & Shauna Pandolfino (568-0968) o Knights of Columbus Brian Same (636-0441) Holy Name Society Doug Eberhardt (691-2857) Altar & Rosary Society Rosemary Conley (636-1887) Respect Life: Vicky Woodworth (689-8991) Novena/Daughters of Our Lady Barbara Crage (989-9064) Ladies of Charity Patricia Abramoski (210-3269) SACRAMENTAL LIFE/EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATIONS Vigil Mass, Saturday: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon SACRAMENT OF PENANCE: Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Appointments also available; call the rectory. BAPTISMS: During one of the Sunday Masses. Both parents are required to attend a Pre-Baptismal meeting on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Fr. Weber Center. Please call the rectory to register.. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: If anyone is ill and would like the Sacrament of the Anointing, please call the rectory. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Engaged couples are to make wedding arrangements at least eight months in advance. Pre-Cana classes are required. EUCHARIST TO THE SICK AND SHUT-INS: If ill or shut-in, please call the rectory if you wish that the Blessed Sacrament be brought to you. PARISH MEMBERSHIP: We welcome you into our Parish Family. Please contact the rectory to register as members of our parish family. As a member of the Church, you are accepting the responsibility of supporting God s work here through giving of yourself, your time and talents and a worthy Sunday offering to show your love for Christ and your gratitude for His many favors. A Friendly Parish in the Middle of the Suburbs!
THE SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY TRINITY MASSES FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY, MAY 26, ST. PHILIP NERI 4:00pm Joseph & Ida Kasprzak req. Family SUNDAY, MAY 27, THE MOST HOLY TRINITY 8:00am William & Bernice Fiegl req. Estate 10:00am Paul Ketterer req. Lois B. Knoop 12Noon Marlene Pridgeon req. Team 4 Hospice MONDAY, MAY 28 9:00am Leon & Genevieve Matheis req. Family TUESDAY, MAY 29 9:00am For the Parishioners WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 9:00am Richard Dentinger req. Donna Dentinger THURSDAY, MAY 31, THE VISITATIION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY 9:00am Deacon Don Seyfried req. Family FRIDAY, JUNE 1, ST. JUSTIN 9:00am Chester & Dolores Maliszewski req. Estate 12Noon Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 3:00pm Benediction SATURDAY, JUNE 2, STS. MARCELLINUS & PETER, MARTYRS 4:00pm James Von Der Empten req. Paul Von Der Empten SUNDAY, JUNE 3, THE MOST HOLY BODY & BLOOD OF CHRIST (CORPUS CHRISTI) 8:00am Mary Carol Viola req. Family 10:00am Paul Ketterer req. Leonard & Julia Higgins 12Noon Karl Thuman Sr. Req. Estate JUNE 4TH BOOK CLUB Our June book is The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce. Harold Fry, recently retired and living a very boring life while married to a very annoying woman, receives a letter from an old friend whom he hasn t seen or heard from in 20 years. She s in hospice and is writing to say goodbye. A chance encounter on his way to mail his reply convinces Harold that he needs to deliver his letter in person, and so he starts on a very long walk. So join us on Monday, June 4th at 1pm in the Father Weber Center for a novel of charm, humor and profound insight. ST. PIUS X MINISTERIAL SERVING SCHEDULE 4:00PM SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 2018 ALTAR SERVERS: Jonathan & Megan Henel LECTOR: Mark Stramaglia SMHC: Johnson/Schwendler/Harbison/Malzan 8:00AM SUNDAY, JUNE 3, 2018 LECTOR: Dave Enders SMHC: Higgins/Weiser/S&F DiPasquale 10:00AM ALTAR SERVERS: Amelia Beck, Julia DiPasquale & Ariana Farace LECTOR: Dave Wielgas SMHC: J&V Woodworth/D. Gilcrist/Colletti/Campagna 12 NOON ALTAR SERVERS: David Blocher LECTOR: Bonnie Hall SMHC: F&M Schrlau/Madonia READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 27, 2018 Sunday: Dt 4:32-34, 39-40/Ps 33:4-5, 6, 9, 18-19, 20, 22 [12b]/Rom 8:14-17/Mt 28:16-20 Monday: 1 Pt 1:3-9/Ps 111:1-2, 5-6, 9 and 10c [5]/Mk 10:17-27 Tuesday: 1 Pt 1:10-16/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [2a]/Mk 10:28-31 Wednesday: 1 Pt 1:18-25/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20 [12a]/ Mk 10:32-45 Thursday: Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16/Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 [6]/Lk 1:39-56 Friday: 1 Pt 4:7-13/Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13 [13b]/Mk 11:11-26 Saturday: Jude 17, 20b-25/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6 [2b]/Mk 11:27-33 Next Sunday: Ex 24:3-8/Ps 116:12-13, 15-16, 17-18 [13]/ Heb 9:11-15/Mk 14:12-16, 22-26 PLEASE PRAY FOR THE ILL Please contact the rectory to list the name of an ill Parishioner. We also ask that you notify us of any updates as soon as possible. Thank you. John & Mary Burgio, Larry DiGuilo Barbara Hammerl Barbara Masse Lisa Monaghan, David Murphy, Msgr. George Yiengst ST. PIUS X PARISH 1700 NORTH FRENCH ROAD, GETZVILLE, NY 14068 (716) 688-9143
FROM FR. JAY Today we celebrate the mystery of the Trinity in our liturgical celebrations. The Trinity (one God in three divine Persons) is a basic belief of Christianity. It is also one that Jesus does not really talk about much in his ministry. There are certainly references to God the Father, especially when Jesus claims that he and the Father are one. Also, we see examples of the Father in his presence both at Jesus s Baptism and his Transfiguration. There is also mention of the Spirit descending upon Jesus at his Baptism and at the end of his ministry his promise to send another Advocate, the Spirit, to his disciples. The most important reference that our Lord makes to the Trinity is when he tells the Apostles to preach the Gospel and baptize in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. While stating the fact, Christ does not explain how this Triune God can be compatible with our human knowledge. For centuries Christian theologians have sought to put it in human language which is often confusing for us to understand. Perhaps we will never truly understand this mystery until we are with God. None-the-less, we celebrate this reality with faith, believing and glorifying the Trinity. This Monday we celebrate Memorial Day, an American holiday originally founded to remember the sacrifices of the Union s Civil War soldiers. Unfortunately, our country has been involved in many armed conflicts since then. Today it is a true opportunity for all of us to honor the veterans of all these conflicts who have sacrificed so much for the freedoms we enjoy and often take for granted. Please take a moment this Monday to remember in prayer these brave men and women. Honor them and the sacrifices they have made and celebrate the freedoms we enjoy because of them. Finally, I ask you to remember the Catholic Charities Appeal. While the Church has been accused of many faults these past few months, Catholic Charities has not been accused of any of them. Their vital work in the 8 counties of Western New York which encompass the Diocese of Buffalo, has won national praise for its dedication to those in need. Please help them to continue these important works. If you have not donated to Catholic Charities this year please make a contribution or pledge today. If you have made your commitment, Thank you! OFFERING For the Ascension of the Lord May 9 & 10 $907.00 For the Weekend of May 12 & 13 $6,676.10 Thank You for Your Generosity! FROM DEACON VENATIUS I am not, in any way in the condemning and judging business. What about you? Are you? I don t think I have the time for it. All I want and desire and intend to do is to be close to broken people. To associate myself with those in pain. To help encourage the discouraged. To help lift the fallen. To give hope to the hopeless. To direct a sinner towards the mercy of God. To embrace the lonely, the rejected and the unloved. To speak up for the oppressed, those treated unfairly and unjustly. The victims of racism, prejudice and bias. I am not in the business of criticizing; always pointing out errors, always putting down other people, always speaking of others, always making other people look bad. I want to be remembered as one who uplifts others, who care for others, who shows mercy and compassion towards people. One who is kind, caring and loving towards others. I want to be known as one who helps to bring the best in people. Where people see incompetence, I want to see competence. Where people see darkness, I want to see light. Where people see failure, I want to see success. I don t give up on anyone. I don t write anyone off. I don t look down on anyone. I believe in the good in people. I believe that we all make mistakes. I believe that no one is perfect. I believe that no one has it all together. We all are struggling. I m not in the finger pointing business. Rather than focusing on other people s lives, I want to work on myself and see how I can grow and become a better person. I want to come across to people as one willing to listen to them, to journey with them, to support them and not make them look bad. FAITH MOMENT REFLECTION In today's Gospel reading, the disciples resist Jesus and doubt his orders to them to "make disciples of all nations." Despite their hesitation, Jesus trusts the disciples with the responsibility for His work on earth. He tells them, "I am with you always." Over two thousand years later, we can see the disciples did a great job of carrying out their responsibility. Do you ever feel you are not prepared for the responsibility God calls you to? When this happens, stop and say a prayer. Ask God for His guidance and direction. God has entrusted you with a specific purpose in your life and He will not let you down. He is with you always. Remember this to help you: "God doesn't call the equipped. He equips the called." Today's Faith Moment was provided by Christ the King Seminary. You can listen to Faith Moments on WBEN radio 930 AM, WLOF 101.7 FM, or at www.faithmomentsonline.org. Susan B. Lankes Director of Institutional Advancement Christ the King Seminary 716-655-7087 THANK YOU FOR WORSHIPPING AT ST. PIUS X
ST. PIUS X EVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP My wife and I have used the same baptismal gown for all 3 of our children. It is a very long traditional gown made with fabric taken from my wife's first communion dress and my mother-in-law's wedding gown. It is a symbol not just of each child being washed clean by the sacrament, but also of family and how faith has been passed down through generations. Faith is a gift and that gown shows how this family has taken seriously the cultivation of that faith and the sharing of it with those we love the most. By our baptism we are called to a discipleship that compels us to share our faith with others. It is not always easy, but it would be wrong to horde that faith and not let it shine for others to see. When we think about a stewardship way of life, we sometimes focus on material goods, our talents and skills, or our time. But faith is a gift that needs to be treated in a similar way. We are heirs with Jesus Christ to this rich tapestry of faith and the Church. If all of us were to hide that faith and not seek to share it with others, that lineage would end with us. We live during a time in history where in some lands people are finding Jesus in huge numbers, while in other places the numbers of people in the pews is declining sharply. We can spend all our time talking about these realities or we can choose to respond to our baptismal call. Jesus commanded us to go forth and make disciples of all nations. Maybe we can begin with our neighbor. Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS CHURCH SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY, MAY 26 4:00pm Food Collection & B/P Clinic Getzville, NY SUNDAY, MAY 27 8:00am, 10:00am & Noon Food Collection & B/P Clinic 914th Honor Guard Flag Folding Ceremony Following 10:00am Mass FRIDAY, JUNE 1 Noon - 3:00pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 3:00pm Benediction SATURDAY, JUNE 2 4:00pm Father s Day Novena Envelopes Available SUNDAY, JUNE 3 8:00am, 10:00am & Noon Father s Day Novena Envelopes Available 10:00am Msgr Yiengst Scholarship Awarded FATHER WEBER CENTER SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK THURSDAY, MAY 31 2:00pm - 6:00pm Red Cross Blood Drive SATURDAY, JUNE 2 8:00am - 1:00pm Youth Group Car Wash MISSION 2018 Make your faith come alive by attending the 8-day Mission at Annunciation Church, 7580 Clinton St., Elma. The mission begins July 7th at 5:45 pm, followed by 7 consecutive evenings at 6:30pm. Come experience this wonderful week of inspiring talks, moving liturgical services, uplifting music, warm fellowship, and plenty of food. For more information or to register, call Jim & Judy at (716) 343-4013 WIDOWER S GROUP I am interested in forming a widower s group for the men of the parish and any surrounding areas. Men who have lost their wives and would like to share their experience to help others are welcome. Our first meeting will be June 11th at 6:00pm in the Father Weber Center and continue on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:pm. If interested call Michael Longo 716-208-6816 WORD OF LIFE Reflecting on the healed wounds of the Risen Christ, we see that even our most difficult trials can be the place where God manifests his victory. He makes all things beautiful. He makes all things new. DONALD SPOTH FARMS A great big THANK YOU goes out to Donald Spoth Farms for once again donating the beautiful flowers and greenery you see outside the Church and Father Weber Center. We ask that you please keep them in mind when shopping for all your gardening needs! Donald Spoth Farms 275 Tonawanda Creek Road Amherst, NY 14228 (716) 688-7644 spothfarms.com Hours of Operation M-Sat 9am - 8pm Sun. 9am - 6pm
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