Pope John XXIII Church 8290 Soule Road, Liverpool, N.Y. 13090 October 21, 2018 Mission Statement Pope John XXIII Parish is a Roman Catholic Faith Community in the Spirit of the Gospels and Vatican II that: proclaims the Word of God; celebrates our faith through the Sacraments of the Church; provides ongoing faith formation that fosters Christian values as a way of life; encourages belonging and ownership through activities, participation in ministry and stewardship; and builds an awareness of our membership in the Body of Christ through our local, diocesan and universal church. Pastor: Msgr. James O Brien Deacon: Deacon Ralph Jahnige Pastoral Associate: Elizabeth Fallon Parish Secretaries: Kathy Przytula, Cathy Valente Music Director: Christine Kennedy Faith Formation Director: Elizabeth Fallon First Communion Coordinator: Len Gass Confirmation Coordinator: George Kulick RCIA Director: Marcus Niessen Youth Minister: Dawn-Marie Rau Eucharistic Liturgies: Saturday Vigil: 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 AM Tuesday 7:00 AM Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday: 4:00-4:30 PM or by appointment Baptism of Infants: Baptisms are scheduled twice a month, once during one of the Masses and once a month at 11:45 AM. Please call Fr. O Brien for arrangements. Hospitalized Parishioners: Please notify the parish office when a parishioner is in the hospital or would like the Sacrament of the Sick prior to surgery or hospitalization. Parish Office Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Parish Office: (315) 652-6591 Parish FAX #: (315) 652-6631 Faith Formation Office: (315) 652-1094 E-mail: Facebook: Website: johnxxiii@syrdio.org Pope John XXIII Catholic Church popejohnchurch.org New Parishioners: Welcome to Pope John XXIII Parish. Please introduce yourself to the parish staff and register by completing a census form available in the lobby or by calling the Parish Office. Please inform us of any address change. Faith Formation: Serving 3 year olds through High School and Sacramental Preparation. For information call 652-1094. RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: A process of inquiry into the teaching of the Catholic Church and formation into the Catholic Christian way of life. Adults interested in becoming members of the Roman Catholic Church, call Parish Office for details. Bequests: In making out your will, kindly remember your church. Pope John XXIII Church.
Page Two Pope John XXIII Church, Liverpool, New York October 21, 2018 ANNOUNCED MASSES SATURDAY, October 20, 2018 Vigil: Twenty Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time SUNDAY, October 21, 2018 Twenty Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time Intentions for the Week of October 20-27, 2018 The people of Pope John XXIII Parish Marie Baronick, Wedding Anniversary / Ruth Lynott Guy F. Julian / wife, Shirley Patricia Maroney / Family Mary Janet & William May / Crimmer Family Marian Nurnberger / Doug & Wendy Evans Tim Ryan / wife, Ginny George & Jayne Street / Russ & Linda Feltus Rose Swerediuk / daughters & son-in-law Matthew Woloszyn / Momma Intentions for Week of October 27 - November 2, 2018 The people of Pope John XXIII Parish Casey Coyler / Steffen Family Melissa Bray Cramer / Ippolito Family William & Mary Louise Dudley / Jim & Cherie Putnam Huh Chi Joon / Family Msgr. Adolf Kantor / Leslie & Charles Holmberg Albert Ko / Ko Family Mary Janet & William May, Birthday s / Crimmer Family Mureta Przytula / Jacqueline & Steven Bressette Mary Margaret Ziemann / Robin Meyers Daily Mass Schedule Monday, Wednesday & Friday Tuesday OFFICE HOURS Tuesday - Thursday Friday Sacrament of Reconciliation Sacrament of Reconciliation - Saturday (or by appointment) OFFERTORY COLLECTION September We Share Donations 5:00 PM 8:00 & 10:30 AM 8:30 AM 7:00 AM 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM 9:00 AM - Noon 4:00 PM We Share Regular Collection - September 2018 $ 7, 506. 51 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary $ 131. 50 October 13/14, 2018 Weekly Envelopes $ 6, 452. 50 Weekly Plate $ 773. 55 Respect Life $ 129. 00 World Mission Sunday $ 50. 00 On Line Giving Thank you for your generosity to Pope John XXII Parish! If you are interested in signing up for on line giving go to: popejohnchurch.org/donate-now GOING ON THIS WEEK SATURDAY, October 20, 2018 5:00 PM Vigil Mass / Grade 7-8 Class Mass 6:00-10:00 PM Paint Night (Parish Center) SUNDAY, October 21, 2018 9:00 AM Bible Study (Meeting Room) 9:15-10:15 AM Pre K & Kindergarten Faith Formation 9:15-10:15 AM Grade 1 - Faith Formation 6:00-8:30 PM Grade 9 Faith Formation / Virtus Session WEDNESDAY, October 24, 2018 1:00-2:30 PM Adult Faith Sharing 6:15-7:30 PM Grade 2 Faith Formation THURSDAY, October 25, 2018 6:15-7:45 PM Grade 3-8 Faith Formation SATURDAY, October 27, 2018 Syracuse Women s Conference - OnCenter 7:00 AM Men s Fellowship Meeting 5:00 PM Vigil Mass / Grade 5/6 Class Mass SUNDAY, October 28, 2018 9:00 AM Bible Study (Meeting Room) 9:15-10:15 AM Grade 1 - Faith Formation 9:00-10:15 AM Grade 3-8 Faith Formation Sunday Group 11:30 Children s Halloween Party (Parish Center) Readings for the Week of October 21, 2018 SUNDAY Is 53:10-11/Ps 33:4-5, 18, 19, 20, 22, [22]/ Heb 4:14-16/Mk 10:35-45 or 10:42-45 MONDAY Eph 4:32-5.8/Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4, and 6[cf Eph5:1]/ Lk 13:10-17 TUESDAY Eph 5:21-33 or 5:2a, 25-32/Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 WEDNESDAY Eph 6:6:1-9/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13ab, 13cd - 14/ Lk 13:22-30 THURSDAY Rv 7:2-4, 9-14/Ps 24:1-2, 3-4, 5-6[cf 6]/ 1Jn 3:1-3/Mt 5:1-12a FRIDAY Wis 3:1-9/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b - 4, 5-6[1 or 4ab]/ Rom 5:5-11 or Rom 6:3-9/Jn 6:37-40 SATURDAY Phil 1:8b - 26/Ps 42:2, 3, 5cdef/Lk 14:1, 7-11 SUNDAY Dt 6:2-6/Ps 18:2-3, 3 4, 47, 51[2]/ Heb 7:23-28/Mk 12:28b - 34 Liturgical Publications Your Prayers Your prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Rose Clark, mother in law of parishioner Karen Clark of whose soul returned home to the Lord.
Page Three Pope John XXIII Church, Liverpool, New York October 21, 2018 Father O Brien On behalf of the entire parish community I thank all who made our celebration of the Feast of Pope St. John XXIII such an informative and joyous occasion. Special thanks to: Paula Picciotto who chaired the great Feast of the Good Pope (Italian Feast) on Saturday evening. It was truly a fitting celebration in honor of our patron, Pope John XXIII with delicious food, music, successful raffles and generally a great community spirit. My gratitude as well for Jacqueline Bressette for the informative bulletin blurbs and insert, Chris Kennedy and Elizabeth Fallon for the musical involvement of the children, and Social Life Committee for the morning Coffee and Donut reception. Lastly thanks to the following volunteers who helped make it all possible: Cheryl Babrowicz, Matt Brady, Jacqueline Bressette, Brian & Karen Dahl, John & Sue Graham, Bill & Carol Jones, Chris Kidd, Don & Pat MacLaughlin, Sue Maguire, John & Michele Marzocchi, Peter Picciotto, Kayleigh Przytula, Ed & Jeanette Reynolds, Jean Rhodehamel, Carmel Rossi, Bob & Thelma Servatius, Mariann Viel & Rich Viel, Maria Vinciguerra and Sharon Woznick Pope John XXIII would have been proud of your generosity and good spirit. Congratulations to Kimberly Zaccaria, winner of the Adult Raffle and Brianna Dorsey the winner of the children s As we come to the end of summer it is also a time for thanks to all those who maintained our beautiful flower beds and took such good care of the parish garden. We appreciate the tender loving care of Joan Wells, long time coordinator of the flower beds and helpers Michelle Callahan, Peter Egan, Sue Garavelli, Sharon Hambrecht, Rick Kline, Eversly & Keisha Parkins, and Margi Lawrence, Joe McMullen, Bill Saarie and the initial planters for an abundant harvest from the parish vegetable garden. It was a good year thanks to all of you and the blessings of the Lord. Pot Luck Dinner Annual Syracuse Catholic Women s Conference Attention Ladies! Mark your calendars! The 9th Annual Syracuse Catholic Women s Conference is coming on October 27th at the OnCenter in Syracuse. A day out with women featuring well known speakers including: Nikki Kingsley, Fr. Shawn Monahan OMV, and Susan Tassone The theme for this year s Conference is Trust in the Truth. Drawing from their unique backgrounds and personal experiences, each presenter will highlight the unchanging Truth of the Catholic faith. Priests will be available for Confessions and the Holy Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Cunningham, a seated plated lunch, vendors, & much more! Pope John XXIII will be reserving two pre-paid Tables for Ten again this year at the Catholic Women s Conference. Call the parish office at 315-652 - 6591 to reserve you ticket for ONLY $25.00 - less than half price of a regular ticket ($70 at the door if space allows). Don t delay, tickets go fast! Joseph s House Baby Bottle Drive During the month of September, as a result of the effort of the below volunteers and the generosity of the parishioners of Pope John XXIII church, we were able to raise $7, 400 during our Baby Bottle Drive to support Joseph s House in giving pregnant homeless woman an alternative to abortion and offering them a new chance at life for them and their children. Thank you to the following volunteers: Bronson Kopp, Executive Director of Joseph s House, Kathy King, Mike King, Dawn Marie Rau, Alice Beiswnger, Emily Beiswenger, Carol Jones, Matthew Brady, Frank Sylvester and members of PJ 23 Youth Group for their support of the Joseph s House mission to promote the sanctity of life and the dignity of women by providing a nurturing home for mothers facing an unplanned pregnancy or homeless. Sincerely, Rick Beiswenger, Chairman Joseph s House Baby Bottle For more information on the work at Joseph s House, or to find out how you can continue to support Joseph s House throughout the year, please go to: https://www.jhfw.org. World Mission Sunday Appeal Pope John XXIII Parish will be hosting a Pot Luck Dinner on Saturday, November 10th after the 5:00 PM Mass in the Parish Center. You must bring a dish that serves at least six in order to attend. We are looking for main courses (past, soup, casserole, meat, etc.), vegetables dishes salad and desserts. Hot and cold beverages will be provided. Sign up sheets are located at the main entrance of the church. Questions? Contact Mike @315-622 - 1774 or email fordlep@yahoo.com This Sunday is World Mission Sunday, we are called to be part of today s special appeal, supporting mission priests, religious Sisters and Brothers, and lay catechists who provide loving service to those most in need, As Catholics around the world gather at the Eucharist around the table of the Lord, let us PRAY for the Church s worldwide missionary work and OFFER financial help through the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. Your generosity gives hope to vulnerable communities throughout Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands. All Souls Commemoration There will be a special remembrance of parishioners who have died in the last year at 10:30 AM Mass on Sunday, November 4th. All are invited to join the families of the decedents in this special candle lighting and prayerful remembrance.
Page Four Pope John XXIII Church, Liverpool, New York October 21, 2018 Halloween Party Catechists Needed! We are in need of catechists for Grades: 1, 7/8, 9. please call the Faith Formation office 315-652 - 1094 for more information if you are interested in sharing your faith with the children of the parish. HALLOWEEN PARTY! Sunday, October 28th after the 10:30 AM Mass in the Parish Center. Wear your costumes! Pre - K through Grade 6. Parents are asked to stay! Grade 2 NO CLASS on Halloween, Wednesday, October 31st. 6:00 PM Saturday, November 3rd - Grade 2 Blessing Cup Meal Grade 3/4 5:00 PM Saturday, November 3rd Grade 3/4 Class Mass. Grades 3-8 Sunday Group 9:00-10:15 AM Sunday, November 11th Virtus Session Sunday, October 28th after the 10:30 AM Mass. Wear your costumes! We will have Games, Snacks, and Trick or Treating to the classrooms. Pre - K through Grade 6. Parents are asked to stay. Parents are reminded that children must always be accompanied by an adult if they leave the worship area during Mass. Please be aware this is a public building and this policy is enforced for the safety of the children. Thank You! Congratulations to Larry Messina! Our congratulations to Larry Messina who was formally accepted into the Diaconate Program of the Diocese and service here at Pope John XXIII parish. Having already completed two years of study and discernment Larry was accepted into the final two years of preparation for the Diaconate at a Mass at the Cathedral this past Sunday. May he have the support of our prayers for the remaining two years of study and many years of service to the people of Pope John XXIII parish. The Harmony Katz Onondaga County s own Barbershop Chorus, of which two of our parishioners are members! Will be performing a benefit show: The Harmony Katz of Broadway, to support the Food Bank of Central New York. Saturday, October 20th at 7:30 PM, St. Anne s School Auditorium, 4471 Onondaga Blvd., Syracuse, NY. All ticket sales go to the Food Bank. $10 at the door or see John Schramm for tickets. Volunteer Crafters Needed! You are invited to join us on Tuesday, October 23rd 10:00 AM- 12:00 noon in the Parish Center to make painted ornamental crafts to donate to charity! All supplies will be provided. You don t have to be a talented crafter just a desire to make things to bring joy to others! Hope to see you there! Thank You to the Parishioners of Pope John XXIII Parish! It continues. Your generosity is amazing! Again, we would like to thank you for your generous donation of school supplies to our school community. Many times our families do not have the financial resources available to purchase school supplies. Your donation has made it easier for many children to come to school prepared to learn. Dana Ziegler, Principal. Thank you for donating boxes of school supplies to our school. The Soule Road students and staff appreciate your generosity...we have families in need who cannot afford school supplies and your giving has made it easier for these students are very appreciative of your caring parish. Jeanne Brown, Principal. To our friends at Pope John XXIII Church...Thank You for your generous donation of school supplies for Willow Field Elementary. Your support and prayers for our school community are always appreciated. Martha Hanna, Principal. These words say it all. Keep on keep n on! Pope John XXIII Human Development Committee Food Pantry News / Thanksgiving Baskets Thank you very much for your continued support of our Food Pantry. As in the past, we will be preparing Thanksgiving Baskets for families and senior citizens in our community. Food items that are needed for the baskets are located on the tables at each of the church entrances. On behalf of our 40 families and 25 senior citizens, we again thank you for your generosity. If you would like to bring in any perishable items before the date shown on the cards, please call the Parish Office 315-652 - 6591, arrangements will be made for someone to meet you at the Food Pantry at your convenience.
Page Five Pope John XXIII Church, Liverpool, New York October 21, 2018 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 27/28, 2018 LECTORS/ COMMENTATORS: EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: GREETERS: ALTAR SERVERS: 5:00 PM Commentator: Mary Galvin 1st Reading: 2nd Reading: D. MacLaughlin, MA DeMar, J. DeMar, G. Kulick, B. Natoli, D. Natoli, P. Egan, J. Rau, G. Rau 8:00 AM Commentator: Tom Lemmo 1st Reading: Micah Sateriale 2nd Reading: Micah Sateriale J. Fletcher, W. Salem, G. Salem, M. Tarby, M. Viel, R. Viel, L. Ryder, G. Painter, J. Root Shirley Julian Michelle Callahan Pam Evans Miriam Hudecheck Kevin Callahan Skyleigh Abbott 10:30 AM Commentator: Kevin Van Ness 1st Reading: Larry Messina 2nd Reading: Mary Wicks J. Saarie, B. Messina, A. Ciravolo, J. Ciravolo MA Cooper, B. Cooper, L. Gass, G. Perrin, volunteer Tom Anson Jack Hayes Sharon Woznick Noah Eicholzer Ava Eicholzer Andrew Jung ALTAR LINENS: Patricia Foote Monday, October 22, 2018 CLEANING CREW: No Crew scheduled - Saturday, October 27, 2018 ALL MINISTERS - remember to check in before Mass on the bulletin board outside of the Sacristy. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled Liturgy so that we are aware of any shortages. (Greeters should arrive at least 20 minutes before the Liturgy begins.) Please remember that if you are unable to serve at your scheduled time, you will need to get a substitute. Thank You. Ad info. 1-800-477-4574 Publication Support 1-800-888-4574 www.4lpi.com Pope John XXIII, Liverpool, NY 06-0057
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