The Catholic Community of Rankin and Swissvale MADONNA DEL CASTELLO PARISH 2021 S. Braddock Avenue Swissvale, PA 15218 May 1, 2016 Word of God Catholic Parish 7446 McClure Avenue Swissvale, PA 15218 Administrative Office: 2021 S. Braddock Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15218 MASS SCHEDULE Daily: Monday (Madonna)... 7:00 P.M. Tuesday (Word of God)... 9:30 A.M. Wednesday (Madonna)... 8:00 A.M. Thursday (Word of God)... 9:30 A.M. Friday (Madonna)... 8:00 A.M. Saturday (Word of God)... 9:30 A.M. Saturday Vigil (Madonna)... 4:00 P.M. Saturday Vigil (Word of God)... 6:00 P.M. Sunday (Word of God)... 9:00 A.M. Sunday (Madonna)... 11:00 A.M. Consult the bulletin for Holy Day and Holiday Mass schedule PARISH STAFF Fr. John Lynam... Pastor Keith Kondrich... Deacon Ron Demblowski... Deacon/Pastoral Associate Edward Kapsha...Madonna Music Director Michael Burke...Word of God Music Director Kelly James... Madonna Parish Secretary Karen Flynn... Word of God Parish Secretary Marcia Murello... Coordinator of Religious Ed. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday, 12:00 Noon (Word of God church) SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Contact the Parish Office for an appointment at least 6 months before the wedding SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Contact the Parish Office for an appointment SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Available after Mass and upon request CONTACT INFORMATION Parish Office (Madonna)... 412-271-5666 Parish Office (Word of God)... 412-241-1372 Parish Office Fax... 412-271-2335 Religious Education Office... 412-271-5666 Music Ministry (Madonna)... EKAPD5965@gmail.com Bp. Dattilo Social Hall... 412-271-3959 Madonna Website... www.madonnadelcastello.org Word of God E-mail... wordofgod1994@verizon.net Church Street Convent... 412-271-3346 Parish Prayer Line... 412-371-3173 East Catholic School... 412-351-5403 2001 Ardmore B1vd., Pgh., PA 15221 Sr. Judith Stojhovic, RSM... Principal School Website... www.eastcatholicschool.org A member of the East Catholic School Consortium Bulletin Deadline Monday at Noon.
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 1, 2016 A NOTE FROM FATHER JOHN Congratulations to those making their 1st Holy Communion this Sunday at the 11:00 a.m. Mass at Madonna. Please remember them in your prayers. 1ST HOLY COMMUNICANTS Giona Blasiole Becca Busch Cianna Culgan Jesse Stead Nia Smith Brady Vrcic Jayden Wright Jocelyn Wright Corpus Christi Solemn Eucharistic Adoration: Mike Burke, our organist, will play a selection of classic Eucharistic hymns at 5:35p.m. Saturday evening, May 28th preceding the 5:45p.m. Benediction. The choir will sing the same selection on Sunday morning at 8:30a.m. preceding the 8:45a.m. Benediction. Corpus Christi and Apostolic Action Fair Celebration: Sunday, May 29th, 9:00a.m. Mass and recommitment of Communion Ministers. Then, honor the Lord present in the Blessed Sacrament and witness our Faith to the community by taking part in a 1/2 mile procession with the Blessed Sacrament through the neighborhood. First Communicants, servers and their families are invited to take a special part in the procession and Benediction. A brunch is planned. Calling all girls between the ages of 13 and 18-Junior Ladies of Charity Day of Reflection. The Diocesan of Pittsburgh Ladies of Charity is hosting a Day of Reflection For Junior Ladies of Charity. All girls between the ages of 13 and 18 are invited. Date: Saturday, May 14 th ; Time: 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m.; Place: Caritas Christi (Motherhouse of Sisters of Charity, Greensburg). JLOC strive to provide service to those who are poor with the spirit of humility, simplicity and charity. Come create bonds of friendship among other JLOC. Moms are invited too cost $10.00. To learn more and enjoy this day of reflection & for reservations email or call Mary Diaddigo, 412-241-6982, mbdiad@comcast.net or Nancy Bianculli, 412-371-3931, nb7510@outlook.com. WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS Saturday - April 30 - Vigil 4:00 PM Dolores Schano (Mary Pat & Joe Valentino) 6:00 PM Nada Olsavsky (Marianne & Bruce) Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 1 9:00 AM Andrew Haydu (Kathy Short) 11:00 AM First Communicants Monday - May 2 - St. Athanasius 7:00 PM Coyne & DePasquale Families (Carmella Coyne) Tuesday - May 3 - St. Philip & St. James 9:30 AM Maria Dichiera (Dtr. Rosetta, Son-in-law & Fam.) Wednesday - May 4 8:00 AM Adeline Coletta (Family) 7:00 PM (W) Norm DeLuca (M/M Dom Cimino) Thursday - May 5 - Ascension of the Lord 9:30 AM Ann Rajakovich (Rose & Ray Rudich) 7:00 PM (M) For the People First Friday - May 6 8:00 AM Aducci & Williams Families (Family) First Saturday - May 7 9:30 AM Sam Scandinaro (Family) Saturday - May 7 - Vigil 4:00 PM Marsha Petrarca (David & Diane Petrarca) 6:00 PM For the People Seventh Sunday of Easter - May 8 - Mother s Day 9:00 AM Living & Deceased Mothers 11:00 AM Living & Deceased Mothers THIS WEEK Saturday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM - Gift Shop open-parish Center Sunday - Parish Family Social Parish Directory Sign-ups After Mass 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM - Gift Shop Open Monday 7:00 PM Word of God Choir Rehearsal - Word of God Tuesday 7:00 PM Evening Prayer & Novena in Honor of St. Anthony - Madonna Wednesday 10:30 AM Legion of Mary - Dattilo Hall Thursday - Ascension of the Lord (Holy Day of Obligation) 1:30 PM Mass-Swissvale Towers-1st Fl. Community Rm. 6:00 PM Ladies of Charity - Dattilo Hall Friday 7:00 PM Holy Hour/Rosary & Prayers - Madonna Saturday 8:45 AM to 10:30 AM - CCD Classes - Madonna 11:00 AM Rosary Making Class Dattilo Hall 12:00 PM Reconciliation - Word of God Parish Next Sunday - 2nd Collection - Utilities Parish Directory Sign-ups After Mass 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM - Gift Shop open - Parish Center Graduates Mass & Brunch: High School, College and Trade School parishioners graduating this spring who have not received an invitation letter for the Sun., May 15 th 11:00 a.m. Mass & Brunch should contact Deacon Ron at the parish office, 412.241.1372.
MADONNA DEL CASTELLO & WORD OF GOD PARISHES LOOK FOR THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDIA KIOSK AT BOTH PARISHES "Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin too much. You can never love her more than Jesus did." -St. Maximilian Kolbe Please be sure to place your suggested donation in the money slot on the display so the ministry can be self-supporting. PARISH FAMILY SOCIAL-Sat., April 30th & Sun., May 1st: Hosted at Madonna by the Madonna choir, and at Word of God by the St. Vincent de Paul Society. The Catholic Relief Services envelope on May 14 & 15 supports the Church s charitable outreach around the world. MASS-Thurs., May 5, 1:30p.m., Swissvale Towers, 1826 Monongahela Ave., Community Room, 1st floor. ROSARY MAKING CLASS-Sat., May 7, 11a.m., Dattilo Hall. Sponsored by the Legion of Mary. 77TH INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC ROSARY MARCH-Sun., May 15th 1:30p.m.: Festival of Praise, Epiphany Church, 164 Washington Place, Uptown, Pittsburgh. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by procession with the Blessed Sacrament and the Statue of Our Lady of Fatima through the city of Pittsburgh and return to Epiphany for Benediction, May Crowning, optional Blessing for Healing and refreshments. For those who wish to stay, there will be a blessing for healing. For those who cannot process, the Rosary will be prayed at Epiphany Church during the procession. See flyer on blue paper in the literature racks; questions: Linda Nevins, 412-884-3213. St. Vincent de Paul Annual Bundle Drive: It's spring cleaning time and our Saint Vincent de Paul can put to good use all of your unused household furnishings. Their truck will be in the Madonna parking lot Fri., May 20, 1:30p.m.-4:00p.m. and Sat., May 21, 12:00p.m.-2:30p.m. They will even unload your car for you! Your donations of household items that you no longer need can greatly benefit our neighbors in need and are greatly appreciated. Clean used clothing, bedding, and draperies as well as small working appliances such as vacuum cleaners, blenders, and mixers and miscellaneous household items are always in need. Also, we are looking for volunteers to assist with loading the truck. This is a great opportunity to gain your service hours. If interested contact Theresa at 412.742.6303. SCHOOL NEWS Fine Arts Musical-Tues., May 10, 7:00p.m. East Catholic Fine Arts Club 5 th grade presentation of Oz in Keane Hall (cafeteria). Tickets can be purchased at the door: $3 for adults & $2 for students/seniors. For info. call 412-351-5403. Campbell s is ending their Labels for Education program at the end of this school year. We would like to collect as many labels as we can to redeem for many needed school supplies! Just the UPC is needed, not the entire label. Leave in the back of the church until the end of May. Thank you for your support of our school! -East Catholic PTG. East Catholic School Kennywood Picnic date is Tues., June 7. Ticket sale date is Tues., May 10, 11:15a.m. Tickets: $26.00/each (cash only, no personal checks accepted). CONGRATULATIONS TO Taylor Madigan, who is graduating this weekend with High Honors from Temple University in Philadelphia. SWISSVALE, PA The Ladies of Charity will have their next meeting on Thurs., May 5, 6:00p.m. at Dattilo Hall. We are meeting earlier this month because of Ascension Thursday. Request: we need one or more people who can take the pictures of the activity groups for the Pictorial Directory. There are 22 groups, digital camera should be at least 300 DPI, taken between May 15 and 30th, tripod suggested. Please contact Deacon Ron. ST. JOSEPH SOCIETY is seeking volunteers from Madonna Parish so it can extend its service there. The Society memorializes the recently deceased by placing copies of their obituaries, and pictures when available, on designated bulletin boards for a month. The Society promotes prayer for the deceased through the intercession of St. Joseph, the patron of a holy death. If interested contact Pat Byrnes at 412-271-4830, or Pat Furry at 412-244-1172. ANNUAL SPRING FLOWER SALE: You can order a variety of premium bedding plants for your garden and beautiful hanging baskets and planters from the Word of God Spring Flower Sale! All profits will benefit the wonderful Catholic Education that students receive at East Catholic School! Flowers must be pre-ordered by Monday, May 2 nd. Pick up will be on Sat., May 14 rd in the Word of God Church lot. Order forms are in the church racks/on the tables. Payment must accompany your order. Forms can be dropped in the collection basket, at the parish office or East Catholic School. Please mark envelopes Flower Sale. For info. call Mary Miller 412-244-3439. ST. ANTHONY NOVENA continues Tues., 7:00p.m., Madonna until June 7 th. It concludes with Mass on St. Anthony s feast day Mon., June 13 th, 7:00 p.m. Each week there will be a short homily related to St. Anthony. GOLF BASH-Sat., May 7, 1:00p.m.-7:00p.m., Westview Banquet Hall, 398 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15229. Sponsored by the Central Catholic Football Parents Assn. to benefit football program. Tickets: $25 (includes 2 chances to win a golf prize every 15 minutes). Free buffet/refreshments; also other raffles. For info. & tickets call Jason, 412-600-3877 or Beth, 412-848-1524 or email lizzy23t@hotmail.com. Swisshelm Park/Swissvale Community Blood Drive-Sat., May 14, 9:00a.m.-2:00p.m., sponsored by Swisshelm Park Primitive Methodist Church, 241 Homestead Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15218 (Fellowship Hall). To schedule an appointment visit centralbloodbank.org and search group code G068 or contact Pastor Dennis Handley at handley1757@gmail.com or call 412-751-0930; more info. in literature racks/on tables. Spaghetti Dinner Sun., May 15, Noon-5:00p.m., Rankin Croatian Home, 236 Fourth Ave., Rankin, PA 15104, corner of Fourth & Antisbury. Dinners include pasta, two meatballs, salad, bread & homemade dessert with a choice of coffee, tea, or water. Cost: $8/adult & $4/child 10 and under. Eat in or take out. For more info. or to phone in reservations, please call Andrea Tomasic, 412-247-2922 or Terri Fisher, 412-926-8918. May Festival Dinner Dance-Sat., May 16th, Teutonia Maenerchor Club House, North Side. Come celebrate the traditions of Catholic Bavaria. German buffet dinner served 5:00p.m.- 7:30p.m., D Lustigen Isartaler Bavarian Club Dancers and Chorus will perform. Tickets/RSVP call Tricia, 724-822-9444; dance ticket only-$12. For more info., check club website: www.isartalerpittsburgh.org.
Madonna del Castello The Tabernacle Lamp is in memory of Marsha Petrarca from Leanna & Mark Ballog. The Altar Candles are in memory of Marsha Petrarca from Leanna & Mark Ballog. The Altar Bread & Wine are in memory of Marsha Petrarca from Leanna & Mark Ballog. The Altar Flowers are in memory of Marsha Petrarca from Leanna & Mark Ballog. PSP Donation in memory of Mary Lou Smith from Dom & Lois Petrarca, Sam & Shirley Rocco. Adeline Colette from Gary & Jane Colonna. Offertory for April 24 - $3,921.00 Anyone who would like to have any or all of the gifts celebrated in memory of or tribute to a loved one(s) at Madonna del Castello Parish, should complete the form below, place information and money in a plain envelope and deposit the sealed envelope in the collection basket, mail it to the parish office or deposit in the mail slot. - - - - - - - - - - Madonna del Castello Memorial/Living Tribute Request I would like to offer: Altar Flowers ($50) Altar Candles ($10) Altar Bread ($25) Tabernacle Lamp ($10) Altar Wine ($25) Complete Offering ($120) In Memory of In Tribute to From Phone Readings for Sunday, May 8 1st Reading: Acts of the Apostles 7:55-60 Stephen is martyred while Saul looks on. 2nd Reading: Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20 John heard a voice saying, Behold, I am coming soon.... bringing with me recompense to give to each according to his deeds. I am the Alpha and the Omega. Gospel Reading: John 17:20-26 Jesus prays for his disciples and all believers in him that they may be one in him. PRO LIFE CORNER: The only REAL controversy about abortion and euthanasia is our SILENCE. Silence implies endorsement. The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those of us who look on and do nothing! We must speak out against abortion and euthanasia. WORD OF GOD THROUGHOUT THIS WEEK IN WORD OF GOD PARISH LITURGIES, we will use the Altar Bread, Wine & Sanctuary Lamp in memory of William & Rita Schmidt from Mr. & Mrs. Robert Barrett; the Candles in memory of Sophie Fazio from Nora & Martin Gavin.. IN YOUR CHARITY, please pray for the souls of Michael Dietzen, son of Alan & Laura; Geoffrey K. Jones, husband of Sharita; Frank Ladeda, husband of the late Helen; and Margaret Luncher, wife of the late John who were buried recently from Word of God Parish. May their souls rest in peace with Christ. <> WEDDING BANNS I Elizabeth Archer & Thomas Barnes IV WORD OF GOD COLLECTION April 24...$6,098.00 Please consider remembering the parish in your will. Hours of operation for the Parish Family Social: Sat., April 30, 6:30p.m.-7:30p.m. & Sun., May 1, 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Canterbury Corner Gift Shop is continuing its clearance sale and free tables. Inside the gift shop there are unique and new designs of greeting cards and special remembrance gifts for the celebrations of Confirmation, First Holy Communion, and Mother s Day. MEMORIAL OFFERING: Any or all of the gifts at Word of God Parish can be celebrated in memory of a loved one (s). Please fill out the form below and drop it off at the parish office, send through the mail or put it in the collection basket. You may request a particular week. Dates requested will be scheduled on a first-come/first served basis. WORD OF GOD PARISH MEMORIAL OFFERING REQUEST FORM I would like to offer: ALTAR BREADS $30 SANCTUARY LAMP $ 5 ALTAR WINE $15 COMPLETE OFFERING $60 ALTAR CANDLES $10 IN MEMORY OF FROM WEEK PHONE Child Protective Services Law: Report any acts of child abuse to Commonwealth of PA Hotline 1-800-932-0313. Diocesan Victim Assistance Hotline: 1-888-808-1235. Diocesan website, www.diopitt.org, under Protecting God s Children. Sessions available on-line. Diocesan Safe Environment Certification: Contact Kelly James
MADONNA & WORD OF GOD PARISHES INVITE YOU TO A PORTRAIT EVENT For your convenience, you will be able to view your portraits immediately after they are taken. There is no obligation to purchase portraits. However, at this time, you will have the opportunity to order portraits. Please bring your credit card, cash or checkbook. Seniors over 60 & active military get 20% off orders. If you are a generational family e.g. Grandparents, daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren, consider signing up together and having a generations picture taken along with your individual family pose. You can also bring a meaningful item like a portrait of a loved one, musical instrument, sports paraphernalia or your PET! And feel free to wear your Steelers, Penguin or Pirates clothing! Sign up ASAP to lock in your preferred date. Plan to be here about an hour for the portrait sitting. Please be prompt but don t come early. Your appointment time is your check in time not your time in front of the photographer. When will the photography take place in the churches? May 24-28 Tues-Fri 1:30-8:30pm and Sat 10am-5pm-Word of God June 7-11 Tues-Fri 1:30-8:30pm and Sat 9am-3pm-Madonna You can be photographed at either church. How do I schedule a photo appointment? Online at www. Look for the signup table before & after Mass For help, call 412-371-3931 We will also have a Do Not Call Me list for those who do not wish to participate. You may submit your own photo for a charge of $10.00 Why? There is no cost to be photographed. Each participating parish household receives a free directory and an 8x10 portrait in a blue colored background. The photographer has a $10 coupon for each household. $5.00 off if you bring a non-perishable food item (one per household). Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to make a treasured family keepsake. The more parish participation, the more enhancements the company provides.
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