Linking more than 200 years of Catholic Heritage in Coatesville Our Lady of the Rosary Parish 80 South 17 th Avenue It s a family thing Coatesville, PA 19320 Fellow citizens...members of God s household, because you have been built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone (Ephesians 1,19). There are no strangers in grace... only the friends we have been waiting to meet! SACRAMENTAL AND DEVOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Morning Prayer: 6:45 before morning Mass. Daily Mass: M, T, T, F, S: 7 AM; Wed. 6 PM Weekend Mass : Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:30, 10:45 AM Holy Day Mass: Will be posted for each Holy Day Reconciliation: Saturday: 4:00-4:45 PM Our Prayer is our Mission Our Mission is our prayer BAPTISM dates are scheduled once parents have submitted all necessary forms and have completed the Pre-Jordan session. Please do not anticipate any date for a Baptism until you have consulted with Fr. Brennan. To begin the Baptism journey, call the Parish Office. Rosary each Monday at 7:00 PM. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Most Saturdays: 7:30 to 12 noon; Last Monday of each month: 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Divine Mercy Chaplet: 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM Rosary 7:30 PM Saint Jude Novena with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Miraculous Medal Novena each Saturday after 7:00 AM Mass Sacred Heart Novena First Friday after daily Mass Heavenly Father, pour down your spirit upon Our Lady of the Rosary Parish. Unite us as one, sharing a vision of your glory, a new experience of your power, a new faithfulness to your word, and a new consecration to your service. Through our renewed witness, and with the help of Mary, Queen of the Rosary, may your Holy Name be glorified, and your kingdom advance. We ask this through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Amen. Parish Office: 610-384-1415 Fx: 610-383-6592 www.olrcc.org PREP: Parish Religious Education Program Jackie Townsley and Paul Friel - Directors Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School Principal: Mrs. Sarah Kerins 610-384-5961 Shussssh REMEMBER SEPTEMBER 30 PAINTING WITH A TWIST OCTOBER 5-6-7-8-9 HERITAGE FEAST DAY CELEBRATION NOVEMBER 9 THE HOP AUGUST 26, 2018 21 st Sunday in Ordinary Time... to whom shall we go
Monday August 27 Tuesday August 28 Wednesday August 29 Thursday August 30 Friday August 31 Saturday September 1 Sunday September 2 This Week at Our Lady of the Rosary Church Readings: 2 Thes 1:1-5,11-12; Ps 96:1-5, Lk 7:11-17 7:00 a.m. Mass For the People of the Parish 7:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 7:00 p.m. Rosary in Church 7:30 p.m. St. Jude Novena & Benediction Readings: 2 Thes 2:1-3a,14-17; Ps 96:10-13; Mt 23:23-26 7:00 a.m. Mass Ralph & Rose Rambo by Rosetta Rambo Readings: 2 Thes 3:6-10,16-18; Ps 128:1-2,4-5; Mk 6:17-29 6:00 p.m. Mass Angie & Martha Pitcherella by Nancy Pitcherella & Family Gene Spratt by Dorothy Ruscio 7:00 8:30 p.m. Adult Choir rehearsal in church Readings: 1 Cor 1:1-9; Ps 145:2-7; Mt 24:42-51 7:00 a.m. Mass For the People of the Parish Readings: 1 Cor 1:17-25; Ps 33:1-2,4-5,10-11; Mt 25:1-13 7:00 a.m. Mass James Trolio, Jr. (13 th anniversary) by Mother & Brothers Readings: 1 Cor 1:26-31; Ps 33:12-13,18-21; Mt 25:14-30 7:00 a.m. Mass Connie Culley by Marie & Benny Jaszczyszyn 7:30 a.m. Noon Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 4:00 4:45 p.m. Confession 5:00 p.m. Mass Annabell Hartman by Mary Kay Hennessy Margaret Ziegler by Joan Givens Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Fred Kerr, Paul Friel & Pat Trolio Readings: Lectors: Mary Kay Hennessy & Tim Irwin Dt 4:1-2,6-8; Ps 15:2-5; Jas 1:17-18,21b-22,27; Mk 7:1-8,14-15,21-23 8:30 a.m. Mass Agnes Forgione by Kathleen Lancia Mary Tandarich by Bernard & Sharon Tandarich Eucharistic Ministers: Janice Anderson, Justin Staub & Mike Walker Lectors: Marietta Mann & Ann Nagle 10:45 a.m. Mass William E. Cully by wife Connie Anthony Loy by daughter Elaine Buehler Eucharistic Ministers: Joe Hook, Matt Gomba & Melanie Gomba Lectors: Lenny Figorski & Charley Hepner Accept what is, let go of what was and have faith in what will be!! 1-206
PARISH NEWS GREAT NEWS Prayers and congratulations to Mark Gomba!! Mark, one of our parish young men, will be entering Saint Charles Seminary in about two weeks to begin study for the priesthood. We thank him and congratulate him for responding to God s call. We wish Mark the very best. Mark will be joining Chris Massaro, another seminarian from Our Lady of the Rosary parish. For them and all those who are walking with Jesus in this way, we offer our continued prayer and best wishes. SUNDAY FLOWERS The bouquets at the Main Altar, the BVM Shrine and the St. Joseph Shrine were donated for the soul of Deacon William C. Fahy, Jr. requested by Rich and Kate Coster. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Everyone is invited to join in the all-day Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament which is offered on the last Monday of each month. Our next Eucharistic Adoration will be held tomorrow, Monday, August 27 th. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed after the 7:00 a.m. Mass and will remain exposed for adoration until 7:30 p.m. The Rosary will be prayed in common at 7:00 p.m. followed by the St. Jude Novena and Benediction at 7:30 p.m. Come and spend some time before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament! THANK YOU The trip to the National Centre for Padre Pio last Wednesday was a huge success and enjoyed by all. A round of applause to Nancy Stoffey and the Sodality for hosting this wonderful event. MONDAY ROSARY The next Monday Rosary will be held tomorrow, Monday, August 27 th at 7:00 p.m. to pray the Sorrowful Mysteries. All are welcome to join in the prayer. The Rosary is also recited at 4:30 p.m. on all Saturday evenings before the Vigil Mass at 5:00 p.m. PRAY FOR THE SICK Frank Balisteri, Dorothy Barnes, Maureen Bole, Kathleen Bothe, Dolly Carnuccio, Nina Cordaro, Brian Dray, Jean Engle, Heather Fuller, Pete Gracia, Kathy Hawk, Michael Hepner, Jr., Joanne Hill, Skip Hill, Raymond Holter, Mya Hostutler, Richard Humphreys, Cindy Kerr, Ava Lamb, Chloe Lamb, Nathan Lamb, Frank LaPolla, Julia Lavin, Jeff McCoy, James Porreca, Janet Rambo, Mary Riley, William Shiefer, Roseann Terriman, Hedy Tranchitella, Kathy Turpin, Frank Yannetti and Lucas Yost. PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY Dennis Back; Lt. Sara Ann Bennett, Navy; Joseph Cavuto, USN; SSG Charles Ciliberti, Army; Cpt. Robert Cuthie; A.J. Foster, USMC; Brandyn Henry Hewczuk, Army; Sean Kaspar; Barry Lusby; Emily Mancuso, USAF; Jesse Mancuso, Spec. Army; Sergeant Paul Mancuso, USMC; SPC Sarah Mancuso; Brien Mann, USAF; Alexandria Pawling, Army; Private Brendan James Raysor, Jeremy Solnosky, USMC; Bobby Stewart, USMC; CPL Jonathan R. Stuckel; and Joshua Thompson, Army. To add your loved ones names to our prayer list, email thewczuk@yahoo.com or just drop their names in the collection basket. LOTTERY CALENDAR 08/14/18 075 Wish it were you! 08/15/18 285 Diane Mascuilli 08/16/18 973 Missed a biggie! 08/17/18 714 Colleen Holbrook 08/18/18 314 House wins! Thank you! 08/19/18 461 John Dyer 08/20/18 371 Mae O Leary Did you know to date we have paid out over $30,000! Get Ready!! Coming soon!! More fun for 2019!!! It is good to love as much as one can, for therein lies true strength, and those who love much, do much and accomplish much, and whatever is done with love is done well!!!
SPECIAL NOTICE Parents who are anticipating their children receiving First Penance or First Communion this coming year (2019), please mark your calendar NOW with the following date: Thursday, September 13 th 7:00 p.m. Parish Hall Information on how to enroll in the Sacrament Program along with important dates will be presented at this meeting. PREP PREP will resume classes beginning, Sunday, September 16 th. Registration forms for next year s classes (2018 2019) are now available on the tables at the church entrance ways. Our PREP program is in need of a substitutes and teacher aides. If anyone would like to donate their time and talent, please call Jackie Townsley at 610-384-4482 or Paul Friel at 610-857-9091. TEEN LIFE The Teen Life s Kick Off Picnic is postponed! Keep an eye on the bulletin for the new date. YOUR SERVICE OF SUPPORT Sunday Collection, August 19, 2018 Envelopes Offered: 279 Donations: $9,197.00 Catholic University Envelopes Offered: 61 Donations: $626.00 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Envelopes Offered: 144 Donations: $1,946.00 The faithful of OLR can rightfully be proud of the splendid support that continues to represent a strong appreciation for God s work in the church here on earth. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY In the Gospel today, Jesus asks Do you also want to leave? We must ask ourselves if we really want to hear the good news of His love for us and for others. Is the word of God able to break into our consciousness, change us and call us to hear the cries of the poor? This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to hear the cries of the poor by assisting families with food, utility, rent and other bills. God bless you! If anyone is interested in serving with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, please call 484-905-2166. ADULT CHOIR The Adult Choir will have rehearsal this Wednesday, August 29 th. Rehearsal will be from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the choir loft. All are welcome to come and lend their voice in song. No auditions. The Adult Choir sings twice a month at the 8:30 a.m. Mass. The first 8:30 Mass will be on Sunday, September 9 th. CALLING ALL CRAFTERS Any Crafter interested in having a craft table at our Parish Craft Fair on Saturday, October 20 th should contact Kirstin Wentz McElroy at 610-384-0318 or OLRCraftShow@gmail.com for an application and more details. Items on your table must be handmade and we cannot accommodate dealers or any Home Show consultants. Space is limited call now! PRE-JORDAN Parents and godparents presenting a child for Baptism need to attend a preparation class in order to be properly informed about the meaning of the Sacrament of Baptism. The next class will be held on Thursday, September 6 th at 6:00 p.m. in the last classroom in the parish hall. Registration is a must. Please register in advance by calling Mrs. Coxson at 610-384-5560. Please do not assume any date for baptism before confirming the date with Father Brennan. Before any date can be finalized, all forms and eligibility letters need to be delivered to the rectory. 3-206
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS All are welcome to join in the fun on Friday, November 9 th in the church hall from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. for a fun night of DooWop music. The cost of a ticket is $25 and will include music by the Mid Life Crisis Band and a light meal. This is a BYOB event. For tickets ($25) call Nancy Pitcherella (610-389- 0350) or Mary Spagnuola (610-384-6539). 50 s clothing optional prizes will be awarded!! FACILITATOR S SEARCH IN HELPING OTHERS MOURN Interested in becoming a facilitator in forming a Bereavement Ministry here at Our Lady of the Rosary parish? If you are interested in becoming part of a team in helping others grieve the loss of their loved ones, please contact Sandra Hould for details at 610-384-2112. BINGO There will be a Designer Bag Bingo at Bishop Shanahan High School on Friday, September 21 st from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance; $30 at door. This event will be ten games of Bingo, a special raffle and a 50/50. Light refreshments will be provided. BYOB! To reserve your space, visit www.shanahan.org. JOB OPENINGS Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary School has a 1 st grade long-term substitute teacher, a 7 th grade social studies, ELA and religion teacher, an 8 th grade ELA, religion teacher and a cafeteria assistant positions available. If interested, contact the principal, Sarah Kerins at skerins@popejohnpaul2sch.org. BOY SCOUTS Boy Scout Troop 117 is collecting used cell phones and ink cartridges from printers as a fundraiser. Please deposit your donations in the box located in the back of the church. This fundraiser is a long-term project, so please continue to collect these items from your friends and family and drop them in the box. Thank you for your support of Scouting. Make good habits and they will make you! ROSARY CAFE Rosary Café will be serving coffee, tea and conversation on Sunday, September 9 th from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. in the parish hall. All are invited to take advantage of this great opportunity to mingle, chat and enjoy a cup before heading home. TEEN LIFE & JR. CYO The Teen Life and Jr. CYO will be attending the Abby Fest 2018 on Saturday, September 22 nd from 2:00 to 9:30 p.m. If anyone is interested, please contact Mrs. Masch at 484-356-5761 or lifejc87@aol.com. EVENTS A Celebration of Marriage Retreat will be held on the weekend of September 28-30 at the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, NJ. This weekend is intended for couples married at least ten years. It honors and celebrates the commitment of marriage. The cost is $270 and will include all meals, room and program. For more information call 609-884-3829 or sign up online at www.capemaymarianists.org. There will be a Christian Reflections on Addiction on September 4, 11, 18, 25 and October 2 all on Tuesdays from 7:00 9:00 p.m. at Saints Peter and Paul parish in West Chester. This is a popular fivepart series that not only educates, but also inspires compassion, faith, hope, love and community action. Nina Marie Corona, M.A., C.R.S. is the facilitator. For more information or to register for this event, contact Judy at 610-692-2216, ext. 263. YOUNG ADULTS All young adults in their 20 s and 30 s are invited to join the Catholic Young Adults of Chester County for weekly meetings focusing on social, spiritual and community service. All are invited this Wednesday, August 29 th to join in the fun at Tee It Up Golf in West Chester at 7:00 p.m. For more information, check CYACC out on Facebook or email cyacc1@gmail.com. BISHOP SHANAHAN Bishop Shanahan High School will host its 12 th annual College Fair on Wednesday, October 10 th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information or questions, please call Mrs. Marie Weyback at 610-343-6242. 4-206
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND PAINTING WITH A TWIST Sunday, September 30 th from 12:00-3:00 p.m. Join the fun at Our Lady of the Rosary Church Hall Cost of the ticket is $40.00 and includes all supplies, wine, water, soda & light appetizers! If you can fingerpaint you will have fun at this social!!! Definitely no art experience necessary. Bring a friend. Call the rectory NOW for tickets at 610-384-1415. Space is limited. 5-206