Holy Sepulcher 1304 E. CRUIKSHANK ROAD BUTLER, PA 16002 www.holysepulcher.org Email: hsc.office@zoominternet.net Phone: 724-586-7610 Office Hours: M F 8 am 4 pm A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust PAGE 1 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA CATHOLIC CHURCH May 14, 2017 Fifth Sunday of Easter Bishop of Pittsburgh Most Rev. David A. Zubik Pastor Father Robert J. Cedolia MASS TIMES Saturday... 6:00 pm 4:00 pm (beginning Nov. 4, 2017) Sunday... 8:00 am & 10:30 am Daily Mass times can be found under Mass Intentions RECONCILIATION Saturdays between 12:00 12:30 pm and after the Saturday evening Mass. BAPTISMS Baptisms are held twice a month (call the parish office for dates). Attendance at a pre-baptism class is required. The next class will be on Tues., May 23 at 6:30 pm. WEDDINGS Arrangements must be made six months in advance. All couples are expected to take a Pre-Marriage Preparation Program. ANOINTING OF THE SICK After any Mass or by calling the Parish Office to schedule. PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Holy Sepulcher Parish is a warm, welcoming, faith-filled family dedicated to following Jesus Christ through Scripture and the Traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. United through Baptism, nourished by the Eucharist and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are committed to serving our brothers and sisters. We welcome all to join us as we celebrate the joy and mystery of the empty tomb. NEW PARISHIONERS Welcome to Holy Sepulcher! To register, go to: http://www.holysepulcher.org/about-us/newparishioners or contact the Parish Office.
MAY 14, 2017 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER PAGE 2 DIRECTORY Bishop of Pittsburgh Most Rev. David A. Zubik Father Robert J. Cedolia, Pastor rjc78@zoominternet.net Deacon: Mr. David S. Miller davidscottmiller@zoominternet.net School Principal: Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ 724-586-5022; principal@holysepulcher.org Director of Faith Formation: Mrs. Amy LaMartina 724-586-7276; hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney 724-481-1232 holysepym@gmail.com Directress of Music Ministries Ms. Madlyn DeRito 724-694-9210; deritoma@hotmail.com Business Manager: Mrs. Joan Tosto 724-586-7610; hsc.joan@zoominternet.net Admin. Assistant to the Pastor and Safe Environment Coordinator: Mrs. Joanne Castello 724-586-7610; hsc.joanne@zoominternet.net Parish Secretary: Ms. Dana Knox 724-586-7610; hsc.office@zoominternet.net Parish Pastoral Council: Mr. Raymond Schratz - Vice Chairperson Prayer Chain Requests: 724-586-7610 or hscprayerchain@gmail.com Abuse Hotline: 1-800-932-0313 Bulletin Submission Deadline: Monday at Noon Sign up for Online Giving at www.holysepulcher.org. (Mobile app also available for Google Play and App Store.) Call the Parish office for assistance or questions. Mass Intentions & Schedule Mon., May 15, 2017 7:30 am Deceased Members of the Knauss & Feeney Families Charles Kubit Family Tues., May 16, 2017 7:30 am Charryl Yesconis School Families Wed., May 17, 2017 7:00 pm Fr. Joseph Krah Don & Jean Grbac Thurs., May 18, 2017 7:30 am Joyce Bastin George Bastin Fri., May 19, 2017 9:00 am Bob Mitch Mary Freimuth Sat., May 20, 2017 6:00 pm Helen Schultz Robert & Mary Lou Radocay Sun., May 21, 2017 8:00 am For the People of Holy Sepulcher Sun. May 21, 2017 10:30 am Laura Lorek Donna Heindl Deceased Fifth Sunday of Easter Reflection Who does not cherish the desire for a home, a harbor of peace and refreshment? Jesus announces his departure in terms of that human desire. He is going before his disciples to prepare a place for them. I am the Way is as strange a proclamation as I am the gate for the sheep (John 10:7), but they help us examine the implications of the Easter experience. You know the way that leads where I go (John 14:4). We are sympathetic with the misunderstanding of Thomas and Phillip. They would like to specify the road and identify the place where they will see the Father. But there is no need for a map. Jesus is the way to the Father. We must follow him. Whoever has seen him has seen the Father. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life because he is one with God: he is in the Father and the Father is in him. Authentic Christian faith in not anonymous. We cannot believe in a faceless God. Christianity teaches us to recognize God in the face of Jesus of Nazareth. By identifying his face in the disfigured faces of those whose suffering he bore on the cross, we find our dwelling place in him. Questions of the Week - Reflect and Respond to Scripture John 14:1-12 Jesus tells his disciples, "In my Father's house there are many dwelling places." What do you think this reveals about heaven? Acts 6:1-7 In today's reading, Luke details how the growing Jerusalem church needed to restructure its duties in the service of others. How does your faith community serve others? 1 Peter 2:4-9 According to Peter, how is the idea of Christ as the "cornerstone" a stumbling block to non-believers?
MAY 14, 2017 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER PAGE 3 Ladies of Charity Installation, 2017 From Father Bob, On behalf of the parish, I wish to offer my heartfelt congratulations to twenty-five members of the parish Ladies of Charity (listed below), who were officially invested as members of the Diocesan Ladies of Charity on Sunday, April 30, 2017 by Most Reverent William Winter, retired Aux. Bishop of Pittsburgh, at Saint Paul Cathedral. Let us pray for all the Ladies of Charity as they continue to live out and fulfill the command of Jesus in doing charitable works. Donna Anderson Terri Bogacki Mimi Bogacki Teresa Brandl Gretchen Cararie Dorothy Dittmer Fran Fuhrer Karen Harsch Joan Hespenheide Mary Hoerner Barbara Jamison Patricia Kennihan Catherine Kern Kathy King Gloria Marshall Suzanne McGarrity Barbara McMaster Judith McNally Important Information Theresa McTighe Pam McWilliams Josie Monteleone Karen Saban Anne Schratz Nancy Sippey Phyllis Wylie We are asking parishioners of Holy Sepulcher Parish to attend a very important meeting on Monday, May 22, 2017 at 7:00 PM in church concerning the On Mission for the Church Alive! process. On May 11, 2017, Holy Sepulcher On Mission for the Church Alive! team leaders attended a district meeting at St. Catherine of Sweden Parish. At that time, we received the new parish grouping for our area. We would like to provide and share all the information we received with you at the meeting. Along with providing you this information on the proposed groupings, or alternative groupings, your input and feedback is important. We urge you to attend and let us know what you are thinking. MOTHERHOOD - FOR ALL WOMEN Mothers, and those who serve in any mother-like capacity, are special people. It s no wonder that secular society sets aside a special day to honor them. Mothers are so important that even Jesus, Himself, entrusted us with a perfect mother, His very own. In the concept of motherhood, we find much more than just providing initial life through birth. In this concept, and in those persons who emulate it in their lives we find the very qualities of God nurturing, love fidelity, guidance, forgiveness, compassion and mercy. Today, like every day, all of us should love, respect and cherish those qualities found in our mothers and many others whose role calls them to exercise these beautiful virtues. Today, we honor and pray for all those beautiful and wonderful women in our lives, who, by living those virtues of God, Himself, and molded so beautifully by our special Mother, Mary, have made our lives so much more meaningful. Mothers, and all those other wonderful women, may God bless you, may those you serve love and cherish you, and may the world, secular and religious, always respect and love you for the gift you are to all of us. May 20, 2017 6:00 pm Eucharistic Ministers K. King K. Lutzic C. Matta D. Matta K. Orban S. Pieto R. Shaw N. Yarnot Dcn. Dave Proclaimer A. King Altar Servers A. Blakely W. Wilson May 21, 2017 8:00 am Eucharistic Ministers P. Deah P. Green R. Green E. Harper M. Marshall K. Martell J. Roos M. Ubinger Dcn. Dave Proclaimer S. Stickney Altar Servers T. Beblo G. Schratz May 21, 2017 10:30 am Eucharistic Ministers M. Danner M. Fox J. Hartman B. Popko D. Smith J. Smith G. Weaver K. Weaver Dcn. Dave Proclaimer D. Severino Altar Servers H. Hughes Q. Hughes Weekday Altar Server (5/15-5/19) P. Stickney Mon., Tues., Thurs. 7:30 a.m. & Fri. 9:00 a.m. Volunteer Server needed for the Wednesday Mass. For the complete month s schedule, visit our website: http://www.holysepulcher.org/ministries/liturgicalministries Please pray for the peaceful repose of the soul of Mary Lou O Cilka (wife of John) who recently passed away and is enjoying everlasting life. TO HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH! Mr. & Mrs. Todd & Amy Tommaney (Noah) We proudly welcome Jaxon Anthony Lindstrom (Son of Trevor Lindstrom & Katie Tommaney), Elliott Lawrence McIntyre (Son of Tyler & Allison McIntyre) Peyton Christine Pupich (Daughter of Edward & Rachael Pupich) and Matthew Dale Sproat (Son of James Sproat & Kelly Cole), who were recently baptized into the faith.
MAY 14, 2017 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER PAGE 4 WEEKLY OFFERING AROUND THE PARISH Regular Collection: Sunday, May 7, 2017 (293) Envelopes Loose (28) Online Total $9,139.17 $2,207.06 $1,157.00 $12,503.23 Parish Maintenance Fund: $466.00 Parish Share: $2,663.00 Parish Share Diocesan Goal Collected: $55,055.00 2016 Parish Share Diocesan Goal: $106,526.00 2nd COLLECTION FOR THE TRINITY DOME This weekend, May 13/14, our parish will participate in a national collection for the Trinity Dome to complete the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. before its 100th anniversary. Also known as America s Catholic Church, the National Shrine has been a century in the making. For more information, please visit www.trinitydome.org. 2017 PARISH SHARE UPDATE Our Parish Share Campaign is well under way. We currently have 278 families contributing to the Parish Share Campaign. We have collected $55,055.00 or 51.6% of our goal of $106,526.00. Father Bob is urging us to use the pledge card system. We strongly recommend all parishioners to make a pledge with or without payment at this time. Payments can be made throughout the year to fulfill your pledge. All funds received in excess of our goal remain in our parish without an assessment by the diocese. Thank you for your generosity. COLLECTION FOR CATHOLIC RELEIF SERVICES Next weekend, May 20-21, our parish will take up The Catholic Relief Services Collection (CRSC). Funds from this collection help provide food to the hungry, support to displaced refugees, and Christ s love and respect to all people here at home and abroad. Next week, please give generously to the CRSC and help Jesus in disguise. Learn more about the collection at www.usccb.org/catholic-relief. HELP KIDS TO GET A CATHOLIC EDUCATION Each year, there are qualified students whose families cannot afford tuition. To meet this need, Holy Sepulcher School has developed an opportunity to Adopt a Student by making a donation to help sponsor a student in tuition. If you would like to make a donation please call Sister Anna Marie at 724-586-5022 or Father Bob at 724-586-7610. SOCIABLES BUSINESS MEETING The Sociables, a social group for anyone 50 and over, will have their business meeting on Thursday, May 18 at 10:30 am in the John Paul II Room. LADIES OF CHARITY MEETING CHANGE The Ladies of Charity Meeting has been changed from Mon., May 22 to Wed., May 24 at 7:45 pm in the Youth and Young Adult Center. THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER: Men s Discipleship (Life Teen) Tues., May 16 at 7:00 pm Rosary Prayer for Peace & Intentions Wed., May 17 at 6:30 pm Young Adult Ministry (at Clubhouse) Wed., May 17 at 7:00 pm Sociables Business Meeting Thurs., May 18 at 10:30 am Choir Rehearsal Thurs., May 18 at 6:00 pm Catholic Men s Fellowship Thurs., May 18 at 7:00 pm Life Teen Hang Out Thurs., May 18 at 7:00 pm EDGE Sat., May 20 at 7:00 pm For a monthly printable calendar, go to: http://www.holysepulcher.org/calendar/may-2017 Aluminum Cans Did you know that Holy Sepulcher recycles aluminum cans and all of the money collected pays for the golf carts used at the Bazaar? Aluminum cans will be collected each week and can be left in the designated bins in the coat room. Please be sure to only put aluminum cans in the recycle bins. We do not get any money for tin cans. CATHOLIC MEN S FELLOWSHIP The next Catholic Men s Fellowship (CMF) meeting will be on Thursday, May 18 at 7:00 pm, in the John Paul II room. All men are invited. CMF offers the opportunity for men of the parish to share their faith and love for Christ as Catholic Christian men through prayer and fellowship. They gather in Christ s presence to share experiences, strength and hope, and prayerfully support one another in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Scripture readings and reflections are used for the weekly lesson plans. Then there are questions that provoke discussion in the group pertaining to those readings and to real world situations in which a man may find himself in. Please contact Michael Eury with questions or for further details at 724-625-2885 or wolf777@consoidated.net.
PAGE 5 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA HOLY SEPULCHER SCHOOL We re more than just a School, We re Community. We re Family. Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ, Principal www.holysepulcher.org/school 724-586-5022 school@holysepulcher.org EDUCATION NEWS FAITH FORMATION Mrs. Amy LaMartina, Faith Formation Director hsfaithformation@zoominternet.net Mrs. Rachael Hortsman, Administrative Assistant hs2faithformation@zoominternet.net 724-586-7276 Upcoming DATES May 13 - May Crowning - after 6:00pm Saturday Vigil Mass May 14 Children s Liturgy 10:30 Mass. This is the last Children s liturgy until September. LION KING JR Congratulations to the cast and crew of the spring musical, Lion King, Jr. You were amazing! C FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION FORMS Faith Formation registration forms for the 2017-2018 year are available online at https://www.holysepulcher.org/faithformation/youth-faith-formation. Forms will also be mailed within the next couple of weeks. MAY CROWNING MAY 13 Right after the 6pm Vigil Mass The service is approximately 15 minutes. BOYS VOLLEYBALL The boys varsity volleyball team wrapped up their season this past week. Good job on your hard work and dedication throughout the season. Please stay to celebrate this special May Crowning which also commemorates the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima. For more information about FATIMA go to: OSV Newsweekly, The Meaning of Fatima, by Dr. Robert Fastiggi HISTORY DAY AND PJAS Good Luck to our students participating in History Day and PJAS. VBS Vacation Bible School JUNE 26-30 9am 12pm REGISTRATION: or to volunteer call: 724-586-7276
PAGE 6 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT AND COMMUNITY www.holysepulcher.org/lifeteen Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; 724-481-1232 Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Life Teen Follow us on Instagram: Follow@youthofholysep Greg Gillis, Coordinator holysepedge@gmail.com Youth Ministry for 6th-8th Graders Hang Out This Thursday from 7:00-9:00. Bring a friend! No Life Teen tonight! Happy Mother s Day! 6th, 7th and 8th Graders: 5th-8th graders, join us on May 20 for our final EDGE night of the semester as we officially say hello to the 5th graders and goodbye to the 8th graders! Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Ms. Joni Mulvaney holysepym@gmail.com; 724-481-1232 Like us on Facebook Holy Sepulcher Young Adult Ministry ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS & FAMILIES There will be a Baccalaureate Mass on Sunday, May 28, followed by a recognition brunch in the Youth and Young Adult Center. All high school seniors and their families are invited! The brunch will be catered by John Marshall Catering. Please RSVP by Friday, May 19th to holysepym@gmail.com or by calling 724-481-1232. Mark your calendars! Life Teen goes to Cedar Point on July 6th! This all-day event costs $67 a teen and is going to be totally awesome! Sign up today! Young Adult Ministry Holy Sepulcher Young Adult Ministry is dedicated to discovering Christ through community, prayer, learning and service. Providing fellowship and spiritual awareness for those between 18 and 39 years of age, the Young Adult Ministry gathers throughout the year for Theology on Tap as well as other opportunities to grow and live out one s faith. All young adults are invited! Contact Joni at holysepym@gmail.com or 724-481-1232 with any questions.
PAGE 7 HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH BUTLER, PA Chinese Auction Baskets Donation Information: May, 2017 update Bee Kind and Donate to the Chinese Auction. There are many ways to donate to the Chinese Auction. Your donations are what makes this fundraiser work. Your generosity helps so many programs in our church and school. Thank you in advance for all your kindness and big hearts. We accept all new donations! To help give you some ideas, a Bee Kind and Donate to the Chinese Auction board can be found in the narthex. Pick a Bee, purchase the item(s) and donate them ASAP. Donations not listed on the board will also be accepted. Baskets: A fun thing to do, is to get friends, or your family or your business to pitch in and pick a theme and create your own basket! If you need ideas, we will be putting a few lists in the Narthex for you to look over and choose a theme. Baskets are available if you do not have one to donate. Don t like assembling baskets? No problem! Our Chinese Auction Committee is here to help. Just bring your items in and we will assemble the basket for you! Businesses may include a business card in their basket. Crafters: If you are a crafter, please consider donating something that you put your heart into. Depending on what it is, we will either include it in another basket or put it in a basket by itself. Ministries of the Church: We would love all ministries of the church to donate a basket or a single item of value. You can pick the theme or we can give you ideas. Gift Cards: Gift cards for restaurants, events and stores, etc. will also be accepted. Gift cards may be used with other basket items or to purchase specific items for the baskets. All gift cards should be turned into the parish office. A great way to donate and help your pocket book is to watch for sale items and donate something you can get for a bargain. Home Depot, Lowes, Macys, Dick s Sporting Goods, Field and Stream, Home Goods, Target, Walmart, Tractor Supply, Toys R Us, Boscovs, Kirkland s, etc. are great places to shop. Please turn in all donated items ASAP. The deadline is July 30th. Please remember only new donations or donations unopened in the original packaging will be accepted. All donations can be left in the coat room marked Chinese Auction. Thank you for your donations! Volunteer Opportunities with the Chinese Auction HELP NEEDED! Please sign up to help with the Chinese Auction now. There is much to do before Bazaar Day. Help Needed Now: 1. Make follow up phone calls to businesses who have received donation request letters. 2. Pick up donations from businesses. Help Needed Closer to the Bazaar: 1. Set up the display rooms (located in the school classrooms) 2. Display baskets in rooms Help Needed the Day of the Bazaar: 1. Monitor the rooms 2. Sell tickets Please contact Nikki Szymanowski at 724-591-1684, szymanowski@zoominternet.net or Linda Armstrong at 724-444-6452 or llclowns@consolidated.net for more information on volunteer opportunities. Many hands make light work. We are a fun group and appreciate any time you can fit into your schedule to help us out. Our next volunteer meeting will be on Monday, May 22 at 6:30 pm at the Hardwood Café.