FEAST DAY OF SAINT POPE JOHN PAUL II Pope John Paul II was born Karol Józef Wojtyla on May 18, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland. He was ordained in 1946, became the bishop of Ombi in 1958, and became the archbishop of Krakow in 1964. He was made a cardinal by Pope Paul VI in 1967, and in 1978 became the first non- Italian pope in more than 400 years. He was a vocal advocate for human rights and used his influence to effect political change. He died in Italy in 2005. It was announced in July of 2013 that he would be declared a saint in April of the following year. Early Life Born Karol Józef Wojtyla on May 18, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland, Pope John Paul II's early life was marked by great loss. His mother Saint Maron Maronite Catholic Church died when he was 9 years old, and his older brother Edmund died when he was 12. Growing up, John Paul was athletic and enjoyed skiing and swimming. He went to Krakow's Jagiellonian University in 1938 where he showed an interest in theater and poetry. The school was closed the next year by Nazi troops during the German occupation of Poland. Wanting to become a priest, John Paul began studying at a secret seminary run by the archbishop of Krakow. After World War II ended, he finished his religious studies at a Krakow seminary and was ordained in 1946. Rise Within the Church John Paul spent two years in Rome where he finished his doctorate in theology. He returned to his native Poland in 1948 and served in several parishes in and around Krakow. John Paul became the bishop of Ombi in 1958 and then the archbishop of Krakow six years later. Considered one of the Catholic Church's leading thinkers, he participated in the Second Vatican Council sometimes called Vatican II. The council began reviewing church doctrine in 1962, holding several sessions over the course of the next few years. As a member of the council, John Paul helped the church to examine its position in the world. Well regarded for his contributions October 22-23, 2016 Sixth Sunday after HOLY CROSS to the church, John Paul was made a cardinal in 1967 by Pope Paul VI. Becoming Pope In 1978, John Paul made history by becoming the first non-italian pope in more than four hundred years. As the leader of the Catholic Church, he traveled the world, visiting more than 100 countries to spread his message of faith and peace. But he was close to home when he faced the greatest threat to his life. In 1981, an assassin shot John Paul twice in St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Fortunately, he was able to recover from his injuries and later forgave his attacker. Legacy A vocal advocate for human rights, John Paul often spoke out about suffering in the world. He held strong positions on many topics, including his opposition to capital punishment. A charismatic figure, John Paul used his influence to bring QUOTE OF THE WEEK I know God will not give me anything I can't handle. I just wish He didn't trust me so much. Saint Teresa of Calcutta Fr. Vincent Farhat, Pastor Fr. Richard Cannuli, Weekend Assistance Mrs. Zeina Topalian, Religious Education Director Address: 1013 Ellsworth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 Office: 215-389-2000 Hall Reservations: 215-334-1884 Evening Emergency Number: 215-952-0712 or 561-371-5316 Website: www.saintmaron.org Church Office: saintmaronphiladelphia@hotmail.com Instagram Page: @saintmaronphiladelphia Facebook Page: Saint Maron Maronite Catholic Church of Philadelphia OFFICE HOURS: The Church office will be open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm.
about political change and is credited with the fall of communism in his native Poland. He was not without critics, however. Some have stated that he could be harsh with those who disagreed with him and that he would not compromise his hard-line stance on certain issues, such as contraception. In his later years, John Paul's health appeared to be failing. At public appearances, he moved slowly and seemed unsteady on his feet. He also visibly trembled at times. One of his doctors also disclosed that John Paul had Parkinson's disease, a brain disorder often characterized by shaking, in 2001. But there was never any official announcement about his illness from the Vatican. John Paul II died on April 2, 2005, at the age of 84, at his Vatican City residence. More than 3 million people waited in line to say goodbye to their beloved religious leader at St. Peter's Basilica before his funeral on April 8. On July 5, 2013, waving the usual five-year waiting period, the Vatican announced that the Roman Catholic Church would declare Pope John Paul II a saint, and that the canonization ceremony would likely take place within the next 16 months. The Vatican also stated that Pope John XXIII, who headed the Catholic Church from 1958 until his death in 1963 and convened the Vatican II council, would also be declared a saint. On September 30, 2013, Pope Francis announced that the canonizations of Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII would occur on April 27, 2014. The announcement of Pope John Paul II's canonization came after the Vatican revealed that two miracles were attributed to the late pope. After a dying French nun, Sister Marie Simon-Pierre Normand, prayed to Pope John Paul II for during her battle with Parkinson's disease the same illness that killed the pope she was cured. The second miracle involved a 50-year-old woman, who claimed that she was cured of a brain aneurysm after a photograph of Pope John Paul II spoke to her. The official sainthood ceremony, held on April 27, 2014, brought together four popes. Pope Francis led the event to elevate Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII to sainthood, which was also attended by Francis's predecessor Emeritus Pope Benedict. http://www.biography.com/people/johnpaul-ii-9355652 WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY This past week Maurice Al Shouli passed away with the Lord. Our deepest sympathy is extended to his devoted wife Marie, his children Ricardo, Michelle (Michael Shammas), and Louis, his brother Anise Sholy, and the entire Al Shouli and Rai family. He will be missed here at St. Maron s. We pray that Almighty God welcome Maurice into His kingdom and may his soul rest in peace. Allah yer hammo. BANNS OF MARRIAGE The Second Banns of Marriage are being announced for Elizabeth Fitzpatrick and Garry Dessables as they prepare for the marriage. Anyone who does not think that these two should be married, speak now or forever hold your peace. FEAST OF ST. JUDE PASTA DINNER IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING DIVINE LITURGY AND PROCESSION ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, THERE WILL BE A PASTA DINNER IN THE CHURCH HALL. THERE WILL BE A $5.00 DONATION FOR EACH PLATE. PLEASE JOIN US AFTER THE PROCESSION FOR DINNER. SAINT JUDE NOVENA LITURGY SCHEDULE Thursday, October 20, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the soul of Anthony Antrilli requested by the Simon family. May his soul rest in peace. Friday, October 21, @ 7:00 PM, Liturgy is being offered for the soul of George Lemmons requested by the Simon family. May his soul rest in peace. Saturday, October 22, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the souls of Frank and Mary Macrina by their family. May their souls rest in peace. Sunday, October 23, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the sick of Saint Maron s church. Monday, October 24, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the soul of Janice Cerrone requested by her family. May her souls rest in peace. Tuesday, October 25, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being requested for the soul of Maurice Al Shouli requested by the parishioners of St. Maron Church. May his soul rest in peace. Wednesday, October 26, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the deceased members of the Eddis and Felici families requested by their family. May their souls rest in peace. Thursday, October 27, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the soul of Mary Felici rquested by the Simon family. May her soul rest in peace. Friday, October 28, @ 7:00 PM, liturgy is being offered for the soul of Michael Simon requested by his family. May his soul rest in peace. HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION Tuesday, November 1, is the Feast of All Saints and is a holy day of obligation. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 7:00 PM. Please make every effort to fulfill this Holy Day.
PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS Blessed be God, the Father, who chose shepherds after His own heart; Blessed be the Beloved Son, who entrusted the service of his mysteries to them; Blessed be the Holy Life Giving Spirit, who sanctifies their offerings. O Heavenly Father, we pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life for the service of your holy people. We ask you to send laborers into your vineyard. Your faithfulness is unconditional and you accompany Your Church and invite us to cooperate in your plan of Salvation. May we contribute to creating and preserving conditions in which the good seed, sown by your Holy Spirit, can take root and bring forth abundant fruit in us. We petition you, O Christ our Lord, to enlighten the paths of those considering a call to priesthood, and religious life, and bring them close to you, so that their calling may become a pure sacrifice for the glory of God. To you be glory, and upon us your mercy, now and forever. Amen. UPCOMING EVENTS AT SAINT MARON CHURCH CHIDLREN S HALLOWEEN PARTY Our 2 nd annual Halloween Party will be held on Saturday, October 29, from 7:00-10:00 PM, in the Church hall. There will be food, prizes, games, and pumpkin painting for all of the children. Tickets are $15.00 per child and will go on sale Sunday, October 16. SAINT MARON CHRISTMAS PARTY We will have our annual St. Maron s Christmas Party immediately following Divine Liturgy on Sunday, December 18, 2016. NEW YEARS EVE HAFLI Saint Maron s will have their Annual New Year s Eve Hafli on December 31, 2016. More details will follow at a later date. Please mark your calendars and join us for this popular event. LITURGY INTENTIONS Saturday, October 22, 2016, @ 7:00 pm, (Feast of Pope St. John Paul II) liturgy is being offered for the souls of Frank and Mary Macrina by their family. May their souls rest in peace. Sunday, October 23, 2016, @ 11:00 am, liturgy is being offered for the soul of Sulaiman Rai requested by George and Laila Sholy and family. May his soul rest in peace. Saturday, October 29, 2016, @ 6:00 pm, liturgy is being offered for the soul of Carol Anne George requested by Joe George and family. May her soul rest in peace. Sunday, October 30, 2016, @ 11:00 am, (Sunday of Christ the King) liturgy is being offered for the souls of Robert and Vivanne Kouyoumdji and Olga Nacouz requested by Paul and Amal Kouyoumdji and Christina. May their souls rest in peace. Tuesday, November 1, 2016, @ 7:00 PM, (Feast of All Saints-Holy Day of Obligation) liturgy is being offered for the soul of Virginia Farhat requested by her children. May her soul rest in peace. Liturgy is being offered for the soul of Joseph Scavola requested by Josephine Scavola. May his soul rest in peace. PRAYER FOR SOLDIERS During these difficult times, we remember those family members and friends in faraway places. Let us lift in prayer the many women and men serving overseas in our armed forces. May they know of our respect and gratitude and be kept safe in the Lord s love. Amen. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) Please know that confession is available before liturgies. You may also call to set up an appointment. IN OUR PRAYERS Please keep in your prayers Francis Joseph Kerns, Albert Saleem, Albert Anderson, Jr., Christopher Scalia,Manerva Labbad, Michelina Krewda, Samer Chokeir, Aminee Skaf, Kathy Newman, Cubby Simon, Vickey Saulino, Rita Arrigale, Connie Mazzola, Linda Rotella, Mary Heiler, Declan Goldsmith, Gavin Goldsmith, Helen Freedenberg, Baby Mason, Maryann Bratton, Renee Sahar, Joann Divon, Chucky Simon, Jane Trevelino, Sister Nahida Al Sawa, Virginia Ramano, Rose De Jesse, James Cordisio, Stacey Fuentes, Debbie Freedenberg, Noel Andjuhar, Juliette Chokier, Eddie Gussini, Angel Salerno, Dennis McGiney, Emilia and Alan Sacilowski, Donny Pizzi, Betty Antrilli, and Bonnie Sabatini. We ask Almighty God to bless them with good health so that they may join us in the Church and give glory and thanksgiving to God. Please notify the Church office of any family member who is ill so that we may remember them in our daily
prayers and on our altar of intentions. WEEKLY COLLECTION FOR October 15-16, 2016 Sunday Collection $ 1,900.00 Kids for the Poor $ 107.28 Coffee Hour $ 52.00 Total: $ 2,059.28 FALL HAFLI INCOME Total Income $ 8,210.00 Total Expense $ 4,575.00 Total Profit $ 3,635.00 PLEASE REMEMBER TO SILENCE YOUR CELL PHONES AND BEEPERS WHEN YOU ENTER THE CHURCH. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION.
Saint Maron Maronite Catholic Church First Reading Galatians 6:1-10 October 22-23, 2016 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Galatians. Your blessing father Brothers and Sisters: My friends, if anyone is detected in a transgression, you who have received the Spirit should restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness. Take care that you yourselves are not tempted. Bear one another s burdens, and in this way you will fulfil the law of Christ. For if those who are nothing think they are something, they deceive themselves. All must test their own work; then that work, rather than their neighbor s work, will become a cause for pride. For all must carry their own loads. Those who are taught the word must share in all good things with their teacher. Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for you reap whatever you sow. If you sow to your own flesh, you will reap corruption from the flesh; but if you sow to the Spirit, you will reap eternal life from the Spirit. So let us not grow weary in doing what is right, for we will reap at harvest time, if we do not give up. So then, whenever we have an opportunity, let us work for the good of all, and especially for those of the family of faith. Praise be to God always. فصل من رسالة القد يس بولس إلى أهل غالطية سك ل ا ت ر أ ي ا ا. فأ ص ل ح وه أ ن ت م الر وح ي ين ب ر وح الو د اع ة و ٱح ذ ر أ ن ت ل ن ف إ خو ت ي إ ن أ خ ذ إ ن س ان ب ز ل ة يا وهو ال ش يء ف ق د خ د ع إ ح م ل وا ب ع ك م أ ث ق ال ب عض وهك ذ ا أ ت م وا ش ر يع ة الم سيح. إ ن ظ ن أ ح د أ ن ه ش يء ن ف س ه. ف ل ي م ت ح ن ك ل و اح د ع م ل ه وح ين ذ ي ك ون اف ت خ ار ه في ن ف س ه ف ق ط ال في غ ي ر ه. فإ ن ك ل و اح د س ي ح م ل ي س ت هز أ ح م ل ه الخ اص. م ن ي ت ع ل م ك ل م ة اإل ي م ان ف ل ي ش ار ك م ع ل م ه في ج م يع الخ ي ر ات. ال ت ل وا! فإ ن هللا ال ال س د فس ا ا دا وال ذي ي حص د من ب ه. ف ك ل م ا ي ز ر ع ه اإل ن س ان فإ ي اه ي حص د أ ي ا ا. فال ذي ي زر ع ف ي ج س د ه ي حص د م ن الر وح ح ي اة ا أ ب د ي ة. فا ن م ل ع م ل الخ ي ر وال ن ك ل أل ن ن ا س ن ح ص د ه في أ و ان ه. إ اذا ي ز ر ع في الر وح ا صا إ لى أ ه ل اإل ي م ان. وخ صو ف ل ن ص ن ع الخ ي ر إ لى ج م يع الن اس فم ا د ام ل ن ا م ت س ع م ن الو قت والتسبيح هلل دائما.
Gospel Reading Saint Matthew 25:14-30 The Apostle Writes: For it is as if a man, going on a journey, summoned his slaves and entrusted his property to them; to one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one, to each according to his ability. Then he went away. The one who had received the five talents went off at once and traded with them, and made five more talents. In the same way, the one who had the two talents made two more talents. But the one who had received the one talent went off and dug a hole in the ground and hid his master s money. After a long time the master of those slaves came and settled accounts with them. Then the one who had received the five talents came forward, bringing five more talents, saying, "Master, you handed over to me five talents; see, I have made five more talents." His master said to him, "Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master." And the one with the two talents also came forward, saying, "Master, you handed over to me two talents; see, I have made two more talents." His master said to him, "Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master." Then the one who had received the one talent also came forward, saying, "Master, I knew that you were a harsh man, reaping where you did not sow, and gathering where you did not scatter seed; so I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground. Here you have what is yours." But his master replied, "You wicked and lazy slave! You knew, did you, that I reap where I did not sow, and gather where I did not scatter? Then you ought to have invested my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received what was my own with interest. So take the talent from him, and give it to the one with the ten talents. For to all those who have, more will be given, and they will have an abundance; but from those who have nothing, even what they have will be taken away. As for this worthless slave, throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth." This is the truth. Peace be with you. من إنجيل القد يس مت ى وس ل م ه م أ م و ال ه. ف أ ع ط ى و اح ا م او ات ر ج ا أ ر اد ال دا خ م س و ز ن ات وآخ ر و ز ن ت ين س ف ر ف د ع ا ع ب يد ه قال الر ي سوع:»ي ش ب ه م ل ك وت الس وز ن ا ت وآخ ر و ز ن اة و اح د ة ك ا ع لى ق د ر ط اق ت ه وس اف ر. وفي الح ال م ى ال ذي أ خ ذ الو ز ن ات الخ م س وت اج ر ب ه ا ف ر ب ح خ م س أ خ ر ى. وك ذل ك ال ذي أ خ ذ الو ز ن ت ين ر ب ح و ز ن ت ين أ خ ر ي ين. أ م ا ال ذي أ خ ذ الو ز ن ة الو اح د ة ف م ى وح ف ر في األ ر ض وأ خ ف ى ف ة س ي د ه. وب ع د ز م ان ط ويل ع اد س ي د أ ول ك الع ب يد وح اس ب ه م. س ل م ت ن ي خ م س و ز ن ات وهذ ه خ م س و ز ن ات أ خ ر ى ق د ر ب ح ت ه ا! س أ ق يم ك على الك ث ير: أ د خ ل إ لى ف ر ح س ي د ك! ود ن ا ال ذي أ خ ذ الو ز ن ات الخ م س ف ق د م خ م س و ز ن ات أ خ ر ى ق ائ ا: ي ا س ي د ص ال ا حا وأ م ي ا نا! ك ن ت أ م ي ا نا على ق ال ل ه س ي د ه : ي ا ل ك ع ب ا دا الق ليل س ل م ت ن ي و ز ن ت ين وه ات ان و ز ن ت ان أ خ ر ي ان ق د ود ن ا ال ذي أ خ ذ الو ز ن ت ين ف ق ال: ي ا س ي د ك! ث م د ن ا ال ذي ا! ك ن ت أ مي ا نا على الق ليل س أ ق ي م ك على الك ث ير: أ د خ ل إ لى ف ر ح س ي د ص ال ا حا وأ مي ا ن ر ب ح ت ه م ا. ق ال ل ه س ي د ه : ي ا ل ك ع ب ا دا أ خ ذ الو ز ن ة الو اح د ة وق ال: ي ا س ي د ع ر ف ت ك ر ج ا ق اس ا يا ت ح ص د م ن ح ي ث ل م ت ز ر ع وت م ع م ن ح ي ث ل م ت ب ذر. ف خ ف ت وذ ه ب ت وأ خ ف ي ت ك سان ع ر ف ت أ ن ي أ ح ص د م ن ح ي ث ل م أ ز ر ع وأ ج م ع م ن و ز نت ك في األ رض ف ه ا ه و م ا ل ك! ف أ ج ا س ي د ه وق ال ل ه : ي ا ع ب ا دا ش ر ي ا را ٱس ت ر ج ع ت م ا ل ي م ع ف ائ د ت ه. ف خ ذ وا م ن ه الو ز ن ة ح ي ث ل م أ ب ذ ر ف ك ان ع ل ي ك أ ن ت ع ف ت ي ع لى ط او ل ة الص ي ار ف ة ح ت ى إ ذ ا ع د ت ه و ل ه. وهذ ا الع ب د ال ذي ال ن ف ع م ن ه و أ ع ط وه ا ل م ن ل ه الو ز ن ات الع ش ر. ف ك ل م ن ل ه ي ع ط ى وي ز اد وم ن ل ي س ل ه ي ؤ خ ذ م ن ه ح ت ى م ا أ خ ر ج وه وأ ل ق وه في الظ ل م ة الب ر ان ي ة. ه ن اك ي ك ون الب ك اء وص ر يف األ س ن ان. حق ا واألمان لجميعكم.