January 7, 2018 The Epiphany of the Lord St. Aloysius Church Most Holy Name of Jesus Church St. Anthony Chapel Rev. James R. Orr, Pastor Rev. James W. Garvey, In Residence Deacon G. Gregory Jelinek, Permanent Deacon MOST HOLY NAME OF JESUS CHURCH 1700 Harpster St. Pgh. PA 15212 Phone: 412-231-2994 Sunday: 7:30 am & 9:00 am ST. ALOYSIUS CHURCH 3616 Mount Troy Rd. Pgh. PA 15212 Phone: 412-821-2351 Saturday Vigil: 4:00 pm Sunday: 11:00 am ST. ANTHONY CHAPEL Saturday Vigil: 6:00 pm 1704 Harpster St. Pgh. PA 15212 Mass Monday Friday: 8:30 am Novena to St. Anthony of Padua: Tuesday at 7:30 pm RECONCILIATION: Saturday at 3:15 pm at St. Aloysius Church and 7:00 pm at St. Anthony s Chapel or by appointment. BAPTISM: Held on 1st Sundays at 12:30 pm at St. Aloysius Church and on 2nd Sundays at 12:30 pm at Most Holy Name Church. Call office to schedule an appointment R.C.I.A.: This is the program for those who wish to become Catholic. Call the parish office for information. MARRIAGE: Beginning in 2016, weddings will be scheduled no later than 2:00 pm ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Available by appointment.
Mission Statement of St. Aloysius & Most Holy Name Parishes St. Aloysius and Most Holy Name of Jesus parishes, while valuing the uniqueness of each parish community, commit to work together to proclaim the gospel of Christ and to welcome others to join in the life of the Church, to celebrate the sacramental life of the Catholic Church, to nourish the faith of our members, and to engage in serving the needs of others. CLERGY Rev. James R. Orr, Pastor.ext. 5 Rev. James Garvey, In Residence...ext. 6 Gregory Jelinek, Deacon 412-231-6949 Deacon Greg s email: snsm811@verizon.net MOST HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH Phone...412-231-2994 Fax 412-231-7180 Website...mostholynameofjesusparish15212.org Email..mostholyname@hotmail.com Becky Hurst, Administrative Assistant....ext. 2 ST. ALOYSIUS PARISH Phone...412-821-2351 Fax...412-821-6480 Website.saintaloysiuspittsburgh.org Email. staloysius.church@verizon.net Jim Gottermeyer, Administrative Assistant.ext. 4 Claire Sigmund, Rummage House...412-821-1189 CCD DIRECTOR Mary Ann Dank MUSIC MINISTRY Ken Gerst Carol Ann Spehar CHARITABLE OUTREACH IN OUR PARISHES St. Vincent de Paul Society...ext. 8 Ladies of Charity..ext. 0 Catholic Community Food Bank..ext. 0 ST. ANTHONY S CHAPEL Website..saintanthonyschapel.org Email.saintanthonychairperson@gmail.com Chapel Hours: 1-4 pm Every day EXCEPT Fridays & Holidays Liturgical Schedule: January 6 14 Saturday, January 6 Vigil: The Epiphany of the Lord 4:00PM Deborah Kaib Oesterle (Jean Bishop) STA 6:00PM Bartolowits Boys: John, Emil, Bill & Ed CHP (Fran Bartolowits) Sunday, January 7 The Epiphany of the Lord 7:30AM Eleanor Dumrauf MHN (Linda Fitzgerald & Dave Smith) 9:00AM For the Parishes MHN 11:00AM Richard McKenzie, Jr. (Casino Group) STA Monday, January 8 The Baptism of the Lord 8:30AM Personal Intention (John McCall) CHP Tuesday, January 9 Weekday 8:30AM John Cerra (Rausch Family) CHP 7:30PM Novena to St. Anthony of Padua CHP Wednesday, January 10 Weekday 8:30AM Bettie & Will Jockel / Anniversary (Debbie) CHP Thursday, January 11 Weekday 8:30AM Anthony Eberz (James & Bernadette) CHP Friday, January 12 Weekday 8:30AM Mildred Sporcic (Christian Mothers) CHP Saturday, January 13 Vigil: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 4:00PM Raymond Schmeider (Mary Ann Tomasic) STA 6:00PM Emerencia Banai (Judy & Michael Torma) CHP Sunday, January 14 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30AM Donald Mahaney / Anniversary (Family) MHN 9:00AM Bob Ross (Wife, Terry) MHN 11:00AM For the Parishes STA STA - Saint Aloysius Church MHN - Most Holy Name of Jesus Church CHP - St. Anthony s Chapel Carole Brueckner, Chairperson. 412-999-4401 Margie Hoffield, Chapel Shop.412-323-9504 Interested in becoming Catholic? Call 412-231-2994, ext. 0 for information on how. St. Aloysius In Loving Memory of Madeline Braun By Andy & Josie Mikolay Sanctuary Candles Most Holy Name In Loving Memory of Jeanie Cappello By Tom & Pat Spehar St. Anthony s Chapel For the Healing of Robert Bourgeois By Julie
From the desk of Fr. Jim Fr. Garvey and I would like to thank all those who so kindly remembered us with cards and gifts this Christmas. We Pray that the blessings of Christ Incarnate fill you and all those you love. Thanks to those in both Parishes who helped make the Christmas celebrations so beautiful: Those who decorated, The Choirs, the liturgical ministers. May God bless you for your generosity. Thanks too to those who put together the Name Day celebration for Most Holy Name Parish this past Wednesday in celebration of Most Holy Name s 150th anniversary. St. Aloysius celebrates the first Mass of the Parish this Sunday at the 11am Mass with a reception following. This continues our celebration of the 125th of the parish. Thanks to all those who worked so hard for our celebration. Thanks to all those who helped with the New Year s Eve Dance. Good food, Good music, Good Company meant all who came had a Good time thanks to all of you who put in the time and effort to make the dance happen. Thanks again. Thanks to our Church Alive Campaign fund, We just had work done on the Rectory roof to keep the weather out. There is still more work to be done to complete the job but we can t do it until we accrue more funds. Thanks for your faithfulness in your commitment to the Church Alive Campaign. Here again is an example of the good that comes from the effort. May the light of Christ shine in your lives. Pax, Fr. Jim Reborn in Baptism We welcome the newest member of our Parish Community who was Baptized last weekend: Child: Giana Lynn Hubert Parents: Mathew & Melissa (Marks) Hubert Godparents: Timothy Marks & Brooke Gonzales Marriage Congratulations Congratulations to the following couple who were married this past week: Paul Bukovan & Megan McQuaid Eucharistic Adoration & Veneration of the Relic of St. Angela Merici at St. Anthony's Chapel On Sunday, January 7th at 3:00 pm, we will begin to pray the Church's evening prayer before Christ in the Eucharist. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in the monstrance at the beginning of evening prayer and the service will conclude with Benediction, Christ imparting His blessing to us in His Eucharistic Presence. Following the service, the faithful who wish to do so will have the opportunity to venerate a relic of one of the saints. For January it will be St. Angela Merici, whose feast day is January 27th. Mass Requests for 2018 Mass Requests for 2018 are being accepted. Please remember to include a stipend of $10 per request. Checks should be made out to the appropriate church. Pope Francis Monthly Prayer Intention for January Evangelization Religious Minorities in Asia: That Christians, and other religious minorities in Asian countries, may be able to practice their faith in full freedom.
Religious Education Schedule Class time: 10:15 11:30 am Sunday, January 7 - Regular Class Sunday, January 14 - Regular Class Monday, January 15 - Confirmation Retreat Begins at 9:00 am at Martina Center Sunday, January 21 - Regular Class Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Chimbote Mission On Sunday, February 11th, our CCD Program will host a Pancake Breakfast and Basket Raffle to benefit The Chimbote Mission in Chimbote, Peru. The breakfast will run from 8:00 11:00 am in Most Holy Name School Hall and will cost $5 for 3 pancakes, sausage and a beverage. Each class will put together a Theme Basket and if you would like to donate items for these baskets, your donation can be dropped off at either parish office. Please mark it for CCD Pancake Breakfast. The themes of the baskets are: Valentines, Kids, Baking, Movies, Easter, Pittsburgh, Spring Cleaning, and Family Games. To find out more about this mission, visit chimbotefoundation.org Sanctuary Candle Requests Anyone wishing to have the Sanctuary Candle lit for one week in memory of a loved one, may do so by forwarding the name to the parish office as well as $20. Many dates are still available in 2018. 2018 Sanctuary Candle Request Seven day Sanctuary Candles: $20 For: By: Week Desired: Please include $20 with this request and drop off at either parish rectory. Celebration of Life for Jean Ernst All are invited to remember Jean Ernst at her Funeral Mass at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 13th at St. Ursula Church, 3937 Kirk Ave., Allison Park, PA 15101. Jean was a long time member of Most Holy Name Parish. The family will receive friends in St. Ursula s parish hall from 2:00-4:00 pm to share stories, memories and laughter. Mass Intentions Honored The following Mass Intentions were said by Fr. Garvey in St. Anthony s Chapel in December: Bob Lynch Elmer & Mildred Sophie Zurynski Rose Vlakancic Marie Puskar Jeanie Cappello William J. Day Nick Tomasic Marie Puskar James G. Day Steve Brady Clete Oberest Special Intention Dr. John Jackline Frederick Ferketic By Wife & Family By Family By Kathy Palket By Faith Sharing Group By Sue & Gary Sistek By Tom & Pat Spehar By Madeline By Joyce & Jim Rouda By Brian & Sue Miller By Madeline By Becky Hurst By Deb & Doug Sundo By Anonymous By Lillian Rausch By Frank & Tony Rausch Attention Business Owners, Professionals, Self Employed and Families! Bulletin Advertising Opportunities Available! Mike McAleer from Liturgical Publications will be in our office the week of January 8 th, working on securing new ads for the advertisement section of our bulletin. We need your help! Please consider purchasing an ad. Your ad and participation makes our bulletin successful, and you attract customers! Advertisements can be purchased for a business, a family, a charity, In Memory of a Loved One or to support the church or a community service organization like emergency pregnancy counseling, the Catholic Charities, etc. We need and appreciate your help. If you would like to run an ad or would like more information, please call Mike before his visit at (412) 855-8013 or via e-mail to mmcaleer@4lpi.com.
St. Vincent de Paul Society Members of St. Vincent DePaul Society want to thank our many parishioners who supported our ministry throughout this past year. Your support helped to ease the burden for the least of your neighbors within the parishes of Most Holy Name of Jesus and St. Aloysius. Relief from sudden misfortune often due to illness or injury was given due to your sacrificial contribution. We want to pass on to you the grateful thanks and praise your neighbors shared with us. Your generosity is gratefully appreciated. Our prayer is that you and your family receive a hundredfold Blessings of God in this New Year. Catholic Community Food Bank The Catholic Community Food Bank continues to serve the needs of those in our community. The 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 am to noon at Most Holy Name Church Hall is the designated day for distributions. Tuesday, January 16th is the next distribution date. Please note that if you would like to make a monetary donation to the food bank, your check must be made out to The Catholic Community Food Bank of Troy Hill. Food items needed are: Canned Fruit Peanut Butter Cereal Tomato Sauce Jelly Baby Diapers Upcoming Second Collection The Pittsburgh Diocese is home to two nationally recognized educational programs for children with special needs: St. Anthony School Programs and DePaul School for Hearing and Speech (formerly known as The DePaul Institute). A special collection to benefit these two organizations will be taken the weekend of January 20 & 21 at all Masses at each parish. Your donation will help St. Anthony School Programs and DePaul School for Hearing and Speech to further their goals of providing quality educational programs and services to their students. Your support is critical. Your generosity will help these organizations forever improve the lives of their students and families. Blessing of the Home On Epiphany and in some places on New Year s Day, there is a custom of chalking the doorway above church doors and homes. It is an ancient custom that marks the household for Christ. Above the entryway in chalk (a reminder that we are made from dust), you may see an inscription: 20+C+M+B+18. The year, 2018, is placed at the beginning and the end of the marking. The + stands for the sign of the cross, and the initials CMB stand for Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar, the names of the three magi. The letters also stand for the Latin phrase, Christus mansionem benedicat ( May Christ bless this house ). Call the parish office to find our more 412-231-2994, ext. 0 St. Vincent de Paul Society Helps our neighbors with utility and rental assistance and also emergency needs. Volunteer 1 week per month Ladies of Charity Visits with shut ins and assists the St. Vincent de Paul society with home visits. Make crafts and smile makers for shut ins and those who are ill. Catholic Community Food Bank Pack bags and handout food to those in need on the 3rd Monday / Tuesday of the month. Volunteer 1 or 2 days per month Special Education CCD Teach Religious Education to those with special needs. Health care workers & teachers are needed. Volunteer on Saturdays or for field trips
Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish Parish Calendar Sat. Jan. 6 - Special Ed CCD - 10:00-11:30 am Jan. 6 & 7-2nd Collection - Maintenance Sun. Jan. 7 - Un-decorating Church after 9:00 am Mass Sun. Jan. 7 - CCD Classes - 10:15-11:30 am Sun. Jan. 7 - Lyceum open-1:00-5:00 & 7:00-11:00 pm Sun. Jan. 7 - Veneration of the Relic of St. Angela Merici at St. Anthony s Chapel at 3:00 pm Fri. Jan. 12 - Lyceum open-7:00-11:00 pm Sat. Jan. 13 - Special Ed CCD - 10:00-11:30 am Jan. 13 & 14-2nd Collection - Parish Share Sun. Jan. 14 - Farewell Reception for Fr. Garvey Sun. Jan. 14 - CCD Classes - 10:15-11:30 am Sun. Jan. 14 - Lyceum open-1:00-5:00 & 7:00-11:00 pm Farewell Reception Please take some time on Sunday, January 14th after the 9:00 am Mass to give your well-wishes to Fr. Garvey before he leaves for his new residence at St. John Vianney Manor. A Farewell Reception immediately following Mass. All are welcome to attend. Help Needed All types of help is needed this Sunday, January 7th following the 9:00 am Mass to un-decorate Most Holy Name of Jesus Church. Hidden Treasures News Moving forward to the end of the year, the volunteers at Hidden Treasures have asked that you hold your donations. They will not take donations during the months of December & January due to the house being closed. They will accept donations once again beginning Thursday, February 1st. Thank You all for a great year at the Hidden Treasures Rummage Sales. Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish Offertory Collections NO TOTALS AVAILABLE DUE TO EARLY BULLETIN DEADLINE 150th Anniversary Events by month: February - The CCD Program will host a Pancake Breakfast & Basket Raffle on Sunday, February 11th with all funds being donated to The Chimbote Mission. March - Disabilities Awareness Sunday on Sunday, March 4th, hosted by our Special Education CCD Program. 9:00 am Mass followed by breakfast. Reminder If the Mass Intention is for your family member, and you wish to take up the gifts, please tell one of the Ushers so they can adjust accordingly to accommodate you. Save the date for Valentine s Day Oldies Dance Mark your calendars now for the Oldies Valentine s Dinner Dance held at Most Holy Name Parish on Saturday, February 10th. DJ Ron Hopkinson will be spinning your favorites from the 50 s, 60 s and 70 s. Tickets are available at MHN Rectory and The Attic Record Store. Hot Buffet Dinner served 7:00-8:00 pm Dancing 8:00-11:00 pm $30/person Includes Hot Buffet Dinner, Bottled Beer, Pop & Water, BYOB Advanced ticket sales only MHN Rectory (412 231-2994, Ext 0) Attic Record Store, Millvale (412 821-8484)
Saint Aloysius Fund Raiser Super Bowl Hoagie Sale February 3 & 4, 2018 Quantity Amount Total Italian Hoagie $7.00 (Ham, Salami, Cheese, Lettuce & Tomato) Turkey Hoagie $7.00 TOTAL ORDER AMOUNT: Make Check Payable to: St. Aloysius Church Orders must be turned in by January 30, 2018 Pick up at Saint Aloysius Church (Social Hall) Saturday February 3 Sunday February 4 4PM 11AM Name: Phone # ***** For more information, please contact Suzy Johns at 412-821-2404. Thank You.
St. Aloysius Parish Parish Calendar Sat. Dec. 30 - Train Display - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Jan. 6 & 7 - Gift Card Sale at Masses Sun. Jan. 7 - Brunch in the Social Hall following Mass Sun. Jan. 7 - Train Display, 12:00-4:00 pm Fri. Jan. 12 - Story Hour for Children - 12 Noon Sat. Jan. 13 - Train Display, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sat. Jan. 13 - Reserve Ball Registration, 10am - 1pm Sun. Jan. 14 - Train Display, 12:00-4:00 pm Sun. Jan. 14 - Reserve Ball Registration, 1-3pm Join us on Sunday, January 7th On Sunday, January 7, 2018, at the 11:00 Mass, St. Aloysius will mark the 125th anniversary of the first Mass offered at the Parish on January 8, 1893. During 1892, the contract was awarded to build the new church, the cornerstone had been laid and the three donated bells were blessed. Finally, on January 8, 1893, St. Aloysius Church was solemnly dedicated by the Most Reverend Richard Phelan at a Mass celebrated by Fr. H. Goebel and sermon given by Fr. P. Paul. Please join us on January 7, 2018 at the 11:00 Mass as we remember the beginning of our Parish and give thanks for those early donors and families. Gift Cards will be sold before all Masses this weekend. Super bowl Weekend Hoagie Sale Order Forms are now available for the upcoming hoagie sale on February 3 & 4. Italian & Turkey Hoagies are being sold for $7.00 each. Please return your order by January 30th. For more information, please call Suzy Johns at 412-821- 2404. Farewell Reception Please take some time on Saturday, January 13th after the 4:00 pm Mass to give your well-wishes to Fr. Garvey before he leaves for his new residence at St. John Vianney Manor. A Farewell Reception immediately following Mass. All are welcome to attend. Rivers Casino Trip Come to the Rivers Casino on Thursday, January 11. The cost is $20 and you will get back $20 in free play and $5 in food. The bus will leave St. Aloysius at 10:00 am stop at Wesbanco for a pick up and will leave the casino at 3:30 pm to return back. For info, call Carol Fulton at 412-931-8469. Operating Train Display At Saint Aloysius School through January 14th. Admission is free, however donations are appreciated. Hours of operation: Saturdays 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sundays 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm St. Aloysius Parish Offertory Collection NO TOTALS AVAILABLE DUE TO EARLY BULLETIN DEADLINE
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The Epiphany of the Lord January 6 & 7, 2017 A Family Perspective By Bud Ozar - The Magi in today s gospel were led to Jesus by a star. Who are the stars your children follow? Don t let it be the tabloid stars. Resolve in this New Year to be the guiding star in the life of your children. St. Vincent de Paul Society - Today we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany, where the Magi find the newborn king and offer him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. In the spirit of the Magi, please put your gift in the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box so that comfort and peace can once again be given to a newborn child. Need Prayers? - The Most Holy Name & St. Aloysius Parish Prayer Chain is a group that prays for a person or persons that is in need of God s graces. If you would like to have a prayer said for a special intention, contact Margaret Leo at 412-576-4944. WAOB Radio broadcasts exclusively Catholic programming 24 hours a day on 106.7 FM, 860 AM (Millvale) New Parishioner Moving out of Parish New Address or Phone Want Envelopes St. Anthony s Chapel Most Holy Name Parish St. Aloysius Parish Around the Neighborhood Registration for Reserve Athletic Association's spring Baseball, Softball, T-ball, Future Stars and Challenger League Teams will be held at St. Aloysius Social Hall, 3614 Mt Troy Road, on Saturday January 13th 10am-1pm and Sunday January 14 1-3pm. If you have questions please contact Jeremy Plummer 412-952-5586 or Russ Reiger 412-600-7771. You do not need to be a resident of Reserve Township to play. Northside Catholic School Bingo Bonanza - Sunday, January 14, at St. Cyril of Alexandria Church Hall. Doors open 11:30; early bird 12:45, Bingo Bonanza begins at 1pm, 4 early bird, 16 regular bingos, 4 special bingos, 4 specials at half take all-nighter, $1000 jackpot in 50# or less, Instant tickets, 50/50, Door prizes. For more info email: Monica at monicafabina@yahoo.com. **All winnings are subject to change based on attendance** SENT Meeting at St. Paul Seminary - All people in their 20s and 30s are invited to SENT, a gathering for young adults that will feature live music, free food and drinks, awesome prayer, a dynamic talk, and a time to network with other young adults on Friday January 26 from 6:30-8:30 PM in the Cardinals Great Hall at Saint Paul Seminary. Bob Rice, a professor at Franciscan University of Steubenville, will be speaking on Radical Living: Loving Jesus and Sharing the Gospel. For info and to courtesy register visit diopitt.org/yam. A Jimmy Buffett Concert - You are invited to escape to Margaretville as Tom Watt, Buffettman, presents a Jimmy Buffet Concert January 20 at 6:00 pm in Oldenski Hall. A sit down dinner will be served at 7pm of delicious beef and chicken kabobs, potato, vegetable, roll, salad, dessert and beer and soft drinks. Tickets are $35. To order tickets, enclose a check payable to the Knights of Columbus, and mail to: St. Ferdinand Parish, 2535 Rochester Road, Cranberry Twp. PA 16066. Include your phone number and number of tickets with your check. For info, call 724.816.0813. Open every day, (except Fridays & Holidays) 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For information, call: Chapel: 412-323-9504 or Chairperson 412-999-4401 www.saintanthonyschapel.org Contact Mike McAleer to place an ad today! mmcaleer@4lpi.com or (800) 477-4574 x6307 3-D-4-3 For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 www.4lpi.com 14-1226
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