St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church 359 West Areba Avenue Hershey, PA 17033 First Sunday of Advent November 30, 2014 PARISH OFFICE HOURS Sundays 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (closed 12:00-1:00 PM) Telephone (717) 533-7168 Parish Emergency Phone 576-3328 Hospital Emergency Phone 805-7950 Website www.stjoanhershey.org Fax (717) 520-0526 Parish E-mail office@stjoanhershey.org REP 533-8578 Youth 533-1721 School 533-2854 Cafeteria 533-8537 Convent 533-2864 PASTORAL STAFF Very Rev. Philip Burger, Pastor Ext. 102 Rev. Kyle Sahd, Parochial Vicar Ext. 104 Rev. Gregory Lee, Parochial Vicar Rev. Pius Tukura Michael, O.P., In Residence Ext. 105 Deacon Rodrigue Mortel, MD Connie Egan, Director of Religious Education Ext. 122 John Triscik, Youth Coordinator Ext. 128 Beth Palmer, Director of Music Ext. 109 OFFICE STAFF Barbara Hasson, Parish Manager Ext. 107 Mary Butch, Secretary Ext. 115 Susan Robison, Secretary Ext. 100 Michelle Gutshall, Finance Manager Ext. 103 Jackie Abel, Director of Development Ext. 121 Meeting Room C & Wings Ext. 117 ST. JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Sr. Eileen M. McGowan, D.M., Principal sreileen@stjoanhershey.org Deb Rizzotto, Development Director Ext. 123 drizzotto@stjoanhershey.org Sacrament of Reconciliation: Wednesday - 5:00 to 5:30 PM, Saturday 4:00 to 4:45 PM Sacrament of the Sick: Call the Parish Office. Sacrament of Baptism: 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month Parents are required to attend one class. Please call the parish office to register. Sacrament of Marriage: Call the Parish office 9 to 12 months prior to the proposed wedding date. Parish Membership: Welcome to St. Joan of Arc Parish. Please register on our website or stop in the Parish Office. Bulletin Deadline: In writing, the Monday before publication date by 9:00 AM. Bulletin email: bulletin@stjoanhershey.org MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil: 5:15 PM Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00, 5:30 PM Holy Days: 6:00 PM Vigil; 6:45, 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM Daily Mass: Monday - Friday: 6:45 & 9:00 AM Saturday: 9:00 AM Rosary & Chaplet of Divine Mercy: 6:30 PM everyday Chaplet of Divine Mercy: 9:30 AM everyday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on First Friday of each month from after 9:00 AM Mass until 9:45 PM closing with Benediction. Prayer Service at 7:00 PM during Exposition on First Friday. We, the Eucharistic Community of St. Joan of Arc Parish, by the grace of God and through our participation in His Word, the Church s sacraments, and prayer, seek our eternal salvation. We live out the doctrines and traditions of our Faith in communion with the holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, established by Our Lord Jesus Christ. With courage, we follow the example of our patron saint and invoke her intercession as we strive to know God, love God and serve God which moves us to actively promote and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the midst of our every day life.
NOVEMBER 30, 2014 MONDAY, December 1 6:45 AM Mary Narcum 9:00 AM Wilma Paule TUESDAY, December 2 6:45 AM Angela Krosmico 9:00 AM Helen Curley WEDNESDAY, December 3-St. Francis Xavier 6:45 AM Brock Faschetti 9:00 AM Joseph Svelnis THURSDAY, December 4-St. John Damascene 6:45 AM Deceased Santeusanio Family 9:00 AM Dr. Dick Ingaglio FRIDAY, December 5-First Friday 6:45 AM Bertha Dobson 9:00 AM Lena Zaccagnini SATURDAY, December 6-St. Nicholas 9:00 AM Nicholas DiNunzio, Sr. Second Sunday of Advent December 7, 2014 Readings: Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 85; 2 Pt 3:8-14; Mk 1:1-8 As we await new heavens and a new earth, let us make clear the way of the Lord by being servants of justice, truth, and peace. VIGIL, December 6 5:15 PM Deceased Bergloff & Saragoca Families SUNDAY, December 7 7:30 AM Salvador & Marion Bilotta 9:00 AM Herman & Irene Rossi 10:30 AM Alba DeAngelis 12:00 PM People of the Parish 5:30 PM Lois Ann Rogers Readings for the Week of November 30, 2014 Monday Is 2:1-5; Ps 122; Mt 8:5-11 Tuesday Is 11:1-10; Ps 72; Lk 10:21-24 Wednesday Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23; Mt 15:29-37 Thursday Is 26:1-6; Ps 118; Mt 7:21, 24-27 Friday Is 29:17-24; Ps 27; Mt 9:27-31 Saturday Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Ps 147; Mt 9:35 10:1, 5a, 6-8 If you would like to take the Pilgrim Cross into your home (for one week per year) and pray for vocations, please call the parish office at 533-7168. This week Dec 1 - Dec 8 the Pilgrim cross will be in the home of Crystal & Matt Wright. Next week Dec 8 - Dec 15 the Pilgrim cross will be in the home of Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Buser & Family. SUNDAY, November 30 MONDAY, December 1 9:45 AM Legion of Mary TUESDAY, December 2 9:30 AM Bible Study 9:30 AM Little Rock Scripture Study 6:30 PM Cub Scouts 6:30 PM Girl Scout Troop 11043 WEDNESDAY, December 3 7:15 AM Morning Coffee 4:15 PM REP - K-Gr 6 5:00 PM Confessions 6:30 PM RCIA 7:00 PM Caelorum THURSDAY, December 4 7:30 PM Knights of Columbus mtg. FRIDAY, December 5 9:30 AM Adoration-all day 3:00 PM Jr. Legion of Mary 6:00 PM Legion of Mary Executive mtg SATURDAY, December 6 10:00 AM Youth Choir Rehearsal 4:00 PM Confessions SUNDAY, December 7 8:30 AM Blood Pressure Screening 9:00 AM REP - K-Gr 6 6:30 PM Life Teen 7:00 PM Confirmation Prep The Christmas Giving Tree Program 2014, sponsored by the St. Vincent de Paul Society, is underway!! The parishioners of St. Joan of Arc have been very generous in the past in creating a blessed Christmas for our neighbors in need!! Trees decorated with ornaments listing recipient names and suggested gifts will be placed in the church on Saturday, Nov 29 and will remain until Dec 7. Gifts will be collected in the cafeteria ONLY on the weekend of Dec 13 & 14 until 1 PM Sunday, Dec 14 and then will be distributed to local families in need: Spring Creek Manor, Morningstar, Catholic Worker House, various Catholic Charities and Hershey Food Bank. Thanks for your continued support. A committee will be forming to spearhead the decorating of the church for Christmas. Those who are interested are kindly asked to attend a meeting on Tuesday, December 2 at 6 PM in Rooms A/B. Thank you!
ST. JOAN OF ARC CHURCH HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA Liturgical Ministry Schedule for December 7, 2014 5:15 PM 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 Noon 5:30 PM Fr. Burger Fr. Snyder Fr. Snyder Fr. Burger Fr. Burger Fr. Pius Lector C. Badman M. Silvis B. Frola A. Gould C. Gassert J. Hagan EMHC P. Graybash V. Saplala L. Kayser T. Kilcoyne G. Kaiser J. McGruder D. Graybash B. McCarthy S. Lutz P. Mooney T. Mayan R. Meinert K. Robinson F. McCarthy W. Lutz C. Mortel K. McCarthy S. Susi Altar C. Robinson L. Withim M. Rebarchak K. Wall E. Zachary M. Bagatta Servers C. Robinson N. Silvis Z. Rebarchak G. White M. Abraham E. Gusherowski M. Roth A. Stinson L. Strader K. Wilson R. Abraham L. Gusherowski A. Santoni M. Tice Q. Strader M. Yee A. Aluquin M. Keeler MC F. Sallusti R. Saplala C. Vargo J. Yee K. Zachary P. Bagatta Money Counters: R. Deiling, B. Deiling, A. Pavone, M. Rogers The following parishioners or family members are ill. Please remember them and all the sick of the parish in your prayers. Vincent Savini, David Liddy, Kaitlin Buser, John Luke Nantz, Richard & Noreen Ewing, Barry & Sue Fallon, Dane Strangarity, Donald Wise, Dorothy Bilger, Kenneth Wise, Mary Jane Serio, Garry Amsbauch, Marni, Evelyn, Cristula Wilson, Bill Schwalm, Henry Schwalm, Neda Longenecker, David Clancy, Tom Searer, Eric H., Ben D., Carol C., Sylvia Pennesi, Miliie Landis, Joelle, Debbie Dubinsky, Sandy Adamkowski Reminder: Names will remain on the list for six weeks. Please call to have them placed back on the prayer list. ALTAR FLOWER MEMORIALS MAIN ALTAR & BLESSED MOTHER: In loving memory of Angela Krosmico by her daughters, Maureen, Mary Ann & Philomena SAINT JOSEPH: In loving memory of Joseph Svelnis by daughter, Kathy Marchetto RESPECT LIFE ROSES: In celebration of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Dr. & Mrs. Edward M. Mimnagh Intentions of Pope Francis for the month of December Universal: That the birth of the Redeemer may bring peace and hope to all people of good will. Evangelization: That parents may be true evangelizers, passing on to their children the precious gift of faith. 1ST FRIDAY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION SCHEDULE On Friday, DECEMBER 5, immediately following the 9 AM Mass, we will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, closing with Benediction at 9:45 PM. Evening Prayer is held at 7 PM. If you would like to have your name mentioned in the healing prayers, please notify the parish office by Thursday, December 4. Please keep us updated each month if you want your name on the list. All parishioners are encouraged to come for an hour of adoration so that our Eucharistic Lord is attended throughout the day. If you would like to be a regular Adorer or a substitute, call John (533-9529). SCHEDULE FOR MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS 7:00 PM EVENING PRAYER PTO, Finance Committee, Respect Life, Pastoral Council 8:00 PM CCW, Legion of Mary, Lectors, Music Ministries 9:00 PM Cursillo, Knights of Columbus, Extraordinary Ministers, RCIA 9:45 PM Benediction and closing *** Adoration will be in the sacristy if a wedding rehearsal is taking place. A SPECIAL INVITATION TO CHILDREN ages 5-13 to gather in Room A/B from 7-8 PM for activities, refreshments and prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Children may be picked up after 8:10 PM at the church. FOUND: A petite gold ring was found in the church. If you can identify it, please call Barbara Hasson at 533-7168x107
NOVEMBER 30, 2014 STEWARDSHIP Managing God s Gifts To Us We Are A Tithing Parish Following God s Plan For Giving BEtoUPDATED This TO Year Date: $528,200 NEXT WEEK Previous Year: $526,500 REMINDER As you begin considering your year end giving, please remember there is helpful information on our website about the many ways to give to God through our church. Just click on the Stewardship tab of our website. Parish Nurse Ministry will be taking blood pressures next weekend after the Saturday 5:15, and Sunday 7:30, 9:00, and 10:30 Masses. Stop in the school library to have yours checked. It only takes a few minutes. FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION On Monday, December 8, our parish will honor Our Lady with a holy hour from 12:00 noon until 1:00 PM, a devotion known as the Hour of Grace. During this special hour of prayer, which can be done at home if you can t make it to the church, concentrate only on God without interruption. Begin with praying Psalm 51 three times with outstretched arms. Spend the rest of the hour in silent communication with God. Following the 7:00 PM Mass, from 8:00 PM until 12:15 AM, we will participate in the National Night of Prayer for Life. The purpose is to unite our prayers with Catholics throughout the country in an effort to help bring back the world to Christ and to bring about an end to abortion. The hours are chosen to coincide with Our Lady of Guadalupe s appearance to Saint Juan Diego. SCHOOL NEWS Please join us for a PTO Dinner for Dollars Fundraiser at the Texas Roadhouse, 61 N. Londonderry Sq., Palmyra on December 8th and 9th, 3PM - 10PM 10% of sales will be donated to the PTO. Please join us for our 3nd Annual Morning in Bethlehem Saturday, December 13, 2014 Jackie Abel Stewardship & Development Phone: 717.533.7168 ext. 121 Email: jabel@stjoanhershey.org We wish to thank the sponsor of the week Casamassa Plumbing LLC for advertising in our bulletin. Due to the nature of the Nativity dramatization, reservations are necessary by December 5!! Seatings for the breakfast and dramatization will be at 8 and 10 AM. Tickets are $5 per adult, $3 per child (2 and under are free). Reservations may be made through payment at the SJA school office. Space will be limited and reservations will fill up quickly, so early reservations are recommended! You are welcome to bring gifts/donations for children in need which will be collected for Vinny s Kids.
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ST. JOAN OF ARC CHURCH HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA Blessing of an Advent Wreath The use of the Advent Wreath is a traditional practice which has found its place in the Church as well as in the home. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the First Sunday of Advent or on the evening before the First Sunday of Advent. When the blessing of the Advent Wreath is celebrated in the home, it is appropriate that it be blessed by a parent or another member of the family. Blessing of a Christmas Manger or Nativity Scene In its present form the custom of displaying figures depicting the birth of Jesus Christ owes its origin to St. Francis of Assisi, who made the Christmas crèche or manger for Christmas Eve of 1223. The blessing of the Christmas manger or nativity scene may take place on the Vigil of Christmas or at another suitable time. When the manger is set up in the home, it is appropriate that it be blessed by a parent or another family member. All make the sign of the cross as the leader says: All make the sign of the cross as the leader says: Our help is in the name of the Lord. Response (R/.) Who made heaven and earth. Then the Scripture, Isaiah 9: (lines 1-2 and 5-6) or Isaiah 63 (lines 16-17 & 19) or Isaiah 64 (lines 2-7) is read: Reader: The Word of the Lord. R/. Thanks be to God. With hands joined, the leader says: Lord our God, we praise you for your Son, Jesus Christ: he is Emmanuel, the hope of the peoples, he is the wisdom that teaches and guides us, he is the Savior of every nation. Lord God, let your blessing come upon us as we light the candles of this wreath. May the wreath and its light be a sign of Christ s promise to bring us salvation. May he come quickly and not delay. We ask this through Christ our Lord. R/. Amen. The blessing may conclude with a verse from O Come, O Come, Emmanuel : O come, desire of nations, bind in one the hearts of humankind; bid ev ry sad division cease and be thyself our Prince of peace. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel. Our help is in the name of the Lord. R/. Who made heaven and earth. One of those present or the leader reads a text of sacred Scripture, for example, Luke 2:1 (lines 1-8) or Isaiah 7:10 (lines 10-15, the birth of Emmanuel). Reader: The Gospel of the Lord. R/. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. The leader prays with hands joined: God of every nation and people, from the very beginning of creation you have made manifest your love: when our need for a Savior was great you sent your Son to be born of the Virgin Mary. To our lives he brings joy and peace, justice, mercy, and love. Lord, bless all who look upon this manger; may it remind us of the humble birth of Jesus, and raise our thoughts to him, who is God-with-us and Savior of all, and who lives and reigns forever and ever. R/. Amen. From "Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers" From "Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers"
NOVEMBER 30, 2014 Growing Into Christ is our vision & plan for positive change at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. We accomplish this goal through our Pastoral Council, Finance Council, five commissions and many parish ministries. Thanks to the dedicated work of these groups: The great majority of St. Joan of Arc parishioners Participating more enthusiastically at Sunday Mass, praying, singing, growing in faith, and welcoming all. Liturgy & Worship Commission Learning, living and witnessing more vibrantly as disciples of Christ through daily prayer, retreats, small groups, and faith formation programs. Evangelization & Faith Formation Commission Building closer friendships with each other as a faith family through the Neighborhood Christian Communities and other community building efforts. Community Life Commission Caring more deeply for those within the parish that need special assistance and reaching out to help the needy in the community and around the world. Pastoral Care & Outreach Commission Serving actively and giving generously to improve parish facilities and strengthen parish ministries, enabling the parish to truly thrive. Stewardship & Development Commission All parishioners are invited to learn more about Growing Into Christ and are encouraged to prayerfully consider participating in one of the active commissions or any of the parish ministries. You can learn more on our website by clicking on the Growing Into Christ logo.
ST. JOAN OF ARC CHURCH EDGE!!! EDGE is for grades 6-8 and meets on Monday nights in Meeting Room C from 7-8:15. The next EDGE nights will be on December 15 and 22. No EDGE on December 1 due to Thanksgiving Break and on December 8 with a Holy Day of Obligation, the Immaculate Conception. If you have any questions, please call John in the Youth Office at 533-1721 or at stjaonofarclifeteen@gmail.com. No Life Teen this weekend!! I pray you all had a blessed Thanksgiving with your family and friends. Remember how much you ve been blessed by God during this time of the year and pray for those who are without food, shelter, and the necessities of life. Life Teen Next Week- Happy New Year - I promise I haven t lost my mind. I know the New Year is a month away, but the Church is beginning its new year with the beginning of Advent. Come and find out why waiting is so important and also why the best things in life come to those who wait. If you are interested or have questions about any of the above items, please call John in the Youth Office at 533-1721 or email him at stjoanofarclifeteen@gmail.com. HERSHEY, PENNSYLVANIA St. Joan of Arc Ornament A special keepsake that will be cherished year after year. The Knights of Columbus have commissioned a lovely depiction of our beautiful church building. Sized at 2 x 3, these 24kt gold-coated brass ornaments are American made. Enjoy hanging one on your tree and consider gifting to a friend or family member who has moved away. The ornaments are only $20 each. For questions or to reserve yours please contact Michael at 533-2408. Ladies of our Parish please join us for our CCW Christmas Dinner on Sunday, December 7th at Lisa's Cafe in Palmyra (4:30-6:30 pm). Menu - Baked Salmon, Herb Crusted Chicken, twice baked potatoes, green beans, stuffed shells, salad and dessert. Cost is $20. Limited seating available. Please contact Philomena Krosmico (566-5487) or Maggie Wetherhold (520-0241) by November 30th for reservations. www.stjoanhershey.org/youth-ministries.html LIFE TEEN YOUTH MINISTRY LEADING TEENS CLOSER TO CHRIST Boy Scout Troop 108 Annual Pancake Breakfast will be help Sunday Dec 7th after the 7:30, 9:00, and 10:30 Masses. Boys will be your servers. Adult ticket $5 Child $3. Tickets can be purchased at the door. There will also be a bake sale. Caelorum The next Caelorum at St. Joan of Arc Church will be held on Wednesday, December 10 at 7 PM. Father Pius Michael Tukura will preside. Come and adore Jesus through prayer, praise, worship and music. A reception will be held immediately following the Caelorum in the Cafeteria. The St. Joan of Arc Youth Choir will begin practices on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 10 AM in the church and will rehearse every Saturday morning until Christmas. The choir is open to all young people of the parish in third grade through ninth grade. The Youth Choir will be singing the first Mass on Christmas Eve at 5 PM in the church. Please encourage your children to join this choir. There are no auditions. Questions? Contact Beth Palmer, Director of Music, in the church office. The Heart of the Parish fund is a special fund to support the many repairs and maintenance needs of the parish's buildings and grounds. With such a large church property and many older buildings, there is currently great need for repairs and upgrades in many of the facilities for which the general operating budget simply does not allow. Our aging buildings require additional maintenance. This fund is also used to maintain the projects completed through the recent capital campaign. Your support of the Heart of the Parish is greatly appreciated! The Heart of the Parish fund was established many years ago by Msgr. Bierster to help pay down the debt of the parish. We have been blessed over the years with very generous tithing contributions and bequests. Due to this generosity we were able to pay off the debt of the parish and we are currently debt free. The Heart of the Parish fund has since been repurposed for general repairs and maintenance as mentioned above.
NOVEMBER 30, 2014 Christmas Flower Memorials If you would like to memorialize flowers for a loved one on Christmas, please fill out the form below and return it to the parish office no later than MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2014 before 12:00 PM. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THROUGH THE COLLECTION BASKET. Christmas flower requests will not be taken over the telephone. Please print: Request for Christmas Flowers In loving memory of Dedicated by Submi ed by Phone Dona on of $ enclosed (Make checks payable to St. Joan of Arc)