Saint Gertrude Parish A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 303 Franklin Ave Vandergrift, Pennsylvania 15690 May 27, 2018 The Most Holy Trinity Fr. James Loew, O.S.B. Pastor, (724) 568-2331 Fax: (724) 568-2030 Fr. Arnel Estrella, Parochial Vicar Sr. Mercy Francis, S.M.I., Pastoral Minister Mr. James Peterman Coordinator of Religious Formation (724) 568-2331 or (724) 845-8191. Katie Tylinski (724) 212-6740 Youth Minister Coordinator ktylinski@dioceseofgreensburg.org Cardinal Maida Academy Mrs. Patricia Visnick, Principal School Phone (724) 568-3304 School Fax (724) 567-1900 Baptisms By appointment. Baptismal preparation is necessary. Call for classes Marriage Arrangements must be made at least 8 months in advance. No marriage dates will be given until meeting with the priest and all preparation is ready. Sunday Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Weekday Mass Schedule Monday, through Friday 8:30 a.m. Wednesday 9:15 a.m. School Mass Holy Day Mass Schedule Holy Day ~ 9:00 am, 6:00 pm Office Hours Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 Friday Closed Confessions Saturday ~ 3:15-3:45 pm or by appointment Pastoral Council Mission Statement We, the partnered parish communities of St. Gertrude and Christ the King, are faith-filled Catholics who have been called by our Baptism and empowered by the Good News of Jesus Christ to be Church for all. Although made up of multicultural faith communities we are ever united by our common faith. We are committed to building up the Body of Christ through Word, Worship, Evangelization, Leadership, Service, Stewardship, and Fellowship. Dedicated to deepening our love of Christ and one another, together we strive to become a living reflection of Christ for our region. We willingly accept our obligation to be the Light of the World for others and in that spirit we promise to use our resources to practice gospel justice, to heal divisive wounds among God s People and to join with all people of good will in addressing the spiritual and physical needs of all.
ST. GERTRUDE PARISH Treasures from Our Tradition One of the great treasures of the Eastern tradition is the icon of the Holy Trinity created by the Russian iconographer Andrei Rublev in the 1400s. The Trinity is symbolized by the three travelers to the tent of Abraham and Sarah. They are seated at a table blessing a cup of wine, under the oak of Mamre. If you look closely, you will see a sacrificed calf in the chalice, reminding the viewer of the cross. The table, prepared for eating and tilted toward the viewer, is an invitation to the Eucharist. From left to right, each figure is keyed to a person of the Trinity. Like all icons, this image is theology in art. The persons are equal in proportion and dignity, they all carry staffs to symbolize their power, and are shown with golden wings and halos. Today, the best place to see Rublev's work is the Holy Trinity Cathedral, at the heart of the vast Holy Trinity monastery about an hour from Moscow. After decades of persecution, it is now once again a living monastery, a world heritage site, and the spiritual home of Russian Orthodoxy. A Google visit is highly recommended today! Readings for the Week Monday: 1 Pt 1:3-9; Ps 111:1-2, 5-6, 9-10c;Mk 10:17-27 Tuesday: 1 Pt 1:10-16; Ps 98:1-4; Mk 10:28-31 Wednesday: 1 Pt 1:18-25; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Mk 10:32-45 Thursday: Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd-6; Lk 1:39-56 Friday: 1 Pt 4:7-13; Ps 96:10-13; Mk 11:11-26 Saturday: Jude 17, 20b-25; Ps 63:2-6; Mk 11:27-33 Sunday: Ex 24:3-8; Ps 116:12-13, 15-18; Heb 9:11-15; Mk 14:12-16, 22-26 The responsibility of our Faith Today is a day simply to ponder the fact that in baptism we were claimed by God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The first reading from Deuteronomy prompts us to fix in our hearts the truth that God is the Lord of both heaven and earth and there is no other god. Saint Paul reminds us that, because we received the Spirit of adoption in baptism, we are now children of God. In the Gospel Jesus charges us with the responsibility to make other disciples. These realities make today's solemnity a day of praise, adoration, and responsibility. It is a fitting day to thank God for the absolutely free gift of faith that we were given in baptism. It is also a day to ask God for strength to take on the responsibility of sharing that faith with others. Information sessions Information sessions for men who are considering the per manent diaconate will be held 6:30-9 p.m. on: May 16 at St. Margaret Mary Parish, Lower Burrell; May 23 at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Parish, Greensburg; and May 30 at St. Rita Parish, Connellsville. You only need to attend one session. Deacon William J. Hisker, director of the program, will lead each session. Call 724-552 -2598 to register or for more information. Today s Readings First Reading -- Ask now of the days of old: Did anything so great ever happen before? Was it ever heard of? (Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40). Psalm -- Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own (Psalm 33). Second Reading -- You received a Spirit of adoption through whom we cry, "Abba, Father!" (Romans 8:14-17). Gospel -- I am with you always, until the end of the age (Matthew 28:16-20). Diocesan Corpus Christi Eucharist procession. The annual diocesan procession for the feast of Corpus Christi will be held June 3 in Indiana beginning with Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Parish followed by a procession through Indiana borough to St. Thomas More University Parish for Benediction.
The Most Holy Trinity May 27, 2018 Sanctuary Lamp In memory Of Bill Mickey Rowe by Wife Jean May 26th & 27th 4:00p.m. ~ Casey & Renee Tomiczek 8:00a.m. ~ Ashley & Brianna Scanga 10:30a.m. ~ Joseph Collini Kaitln Lewandowski Cheyenne Sippel May 19th & 20th Envelopes ~ $4,400 Children s ~ $1.00 Loose ~ $240.00 Utilities ~ $71.00 Church Restoration $5.00 Catholic Communication Campaign Envelopes ~ $486.00 Loose ~ $183.00 Catholic Daughters of America The June Meeting of The Catholic Daughters of the Americas - Court Vandergrift #1008 will be held on Tuesday, June 5th at 7:00 p.m. in the St. Gertrude's Church Hall. Nomination and Election of Officers for the upcoming year will be held at this meeting. Please plan to attend. St. John s Fire celebration The Diocesan Heritage Center and Knights of Malta will host a St. John s Fire Celebration June 24, the Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, at the Bishop Connare Center at 7 p.m. The event features guest chef Josh Ross of Pirata in Pittsburgh and the Cooking Channel. Suggested donation is $25. All proceeds benefit the Diocesan Heritage Center. Register online at www.dioceseofgreensburg.org or call 724-552-2502. Spaghetti Dinner Ministries to provide desserts and/or work at the June 4 spaghetti dinner: Arts & Environmental, Eucharistic Ministers & FCSLA-Branch 13. Baby Bottle Campaign The Knights of Columbus are once again sponsoring the Try- Life Center Baby Bottle Campaign. Bottles must be returned by June 30, 2018. Thank you in advance for your support. Extra Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick Bishop Edward Malesic is requiring that all ministers of Holy Communion be commissioned every year. On Sunday, June 3 (the Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood-Corpus Christi) all currently mandated ministers of communion at both Christ the King and St. Gertrude Churches will be commissioned for their ministry. The commissioning will take place during all Masses on that Saturday Vigil or Sunday. We need to know which mass you will be attending in order to properly prepare. Please RSVP to your parish office that you will participate and indicate which mass you will be attending before May 31. Christ the King s office phone number is 724-845-8292; and St. Gertrude s office phone number is 724-568-2331. You may also make contact through an email to Jpeterman@dioceseofgreensburg.org to leave your information. In the peace of the Risen Lord. First Communion Congratulations First Communion is a moment where one learns about sacrifice, family and friends, a time where one learns about relationships and bonds that last forever. For Catholics, the celebration of this sacramental moment is in remembrance of the Eucharist, "The last supper of Christ." We congratulate the children who received the Body and Blood of our Lord for the first time on Sunday, May 6 and continue along their faith journey toward full communion with the faith community. As the body and spirit of the Lord comes into your life in this very special way, may you know His love and joy, through His blessings every time you receive the Body and Blood of Christ in Holy Communion. Congratulations to: Alexis Irwin, Kenley Hepler, Rylie Hoch, Bodie Karns, Wyatt Karns, Aiden Schmidt, Farrah Schneider, Carson Smith and Archer Vozar
Please note that the Youth Mass on May 27 th has been cancelled. We will need volunteers for the June 24 th Youth Mass and AMP. Join us for a Regional Vaca on Bible School at St. James the Greater from June 18 th -June 22 nd, 2018 from 9:00 AM-Noon. There will NOT be one held at Christ the King or St. Gertrude s this year. We invite you to join us at Splash Canyon for an exci ng and thrilling ride with Jesus. Students aged four years old to just completed 6 th grade are welcome to a end. Adults and teens who just completed 7 th grade and older are welcome to help during the week and in the prepara- ons leading up to it. Please see the registra on forms in the back of church. For more informa on please contact Beth Kendle at 724-727-3240 or email at elk409@gmail.com. Youth Ministry Sec on: FUSED 4 ~ MAY EDGE CALENDAR (Grades 6 th -8 th ) May ~ 23 rd NO SESSION ~ 27 th NO YOUTH MASS ~ 30 TH NO SES- SION FUSED 4 ~ MAY LIFETEEN CALENDAR (Grades 9 th -12 th ) May ~ 13 th NO SESSION ~ 20 th NO SESSION ~ 27 th NO YOUTH MASS Please note that the Youth Mass on May 27 th has been cancelled. We will need volunteers for the June 24 th Youth Mass and AMP. You will be receiving a mailing soon with our summer calendar! We are looking forward to many fun events this summer. Join us for Kayaking on Thursday, June 21 st! We will meet at St. James Hall at noon for a pizza party and then we will carpool to the kayaking place. We will return to St. James between 6:00 and 6:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for those who volunteer the Regional VBS and $15 for everyone else. Thank you to CDA for helping to defray the cost. Permission slips (if you haven t yet completed one for this year) and release waiver along with money need to be turned no later than the VBS Paint Party on Thursday, June 14 th. Go online h p://www.twodamkayakrentals.com/release-waiver. Permission slips and the release waivers will also be available at the Paint par- es. If you have a financial hardship please let us know. Wear swimsuits (no bikinis) and shorts and a tshirt. Bring a towel. Any ques ons please call Beth Kendle 724-727-3240. Save the date! On June 2 nd, join Bishop Malesic and families from all over the Diocese of Greensburg for FamilyFest 2018 at Hempfield Park. FamilyFest promises to be a day to celebrate the family and the domes c church, the place where we love, celebrate, cheer, cry, comfort, pray and serve. FamilyFest is a day in the park to celebrate the family. Come hear Jesse Manibusan! Come for the family ac vi- es! Come for the food! Come for the concert! Come for the service projects! Come for the bouncy houses! Come see Bishop Malesic! Come play the Catholic Game of Life!! We will meet at 12:30 PM at St. James and return at 9:00 PM. The event starts a li le earlier but we won t be a ending the whole day. Feel free to go individually as a family if you would like to partake in the en re day. Please RSVP to the Youth Ministry Office by Sunday, May 27 th.
Saturday, May 26, Vigil The Most Holy Trinity 4:00p.m. Nick Loperfito Sunday, May 27, The Most Holy Trinity 8:00a.m. Patrick Dawson 10:30a.m. Living and Deceased of our Parish Monday, May 28, Weekday 8:30a.m. Sharon Ramaley Pacuch Tuesday, May 29, Weekday 8:30a.m. Bill Rowe Wednesday, May 30, Weekday 9:00a.m. Marlene Dawkins Thursday, May 31, The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8:30a.m.. James & Helen Loew Friday, June 1, St. Justin 8:30a.m. Angie Tinelli Saturday, June 2, Weekday 8:30a.m. Deceased Benedictines Mass at Saint Gertrude Saturday June2, Vigil The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ 4:00p.m. Angelo, Rosa, & Patrice Moliterno Sharp Sunday, June 3, The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ 8:00a.m. Living and Deceased of our Parish 10:30a.m. Dorothy I. Balla