The Catholic Community of Rankin and Swissvale MADONNA DEL CASTELLO PARISH 2021 S. Braddock Avenue Swissvale, PA 15218 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 SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY April 9, 2017 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. PARISH STAFF Consult the bulletin for Holy Day and Holiday Mass schedule SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM SACRAMENT OF THE SICK 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 Madonna Email....madonnadelcastello1920@gmail.com Word of God Email... wordofgod1994@gmail.com Church Street Convent... 412-271-3346 Parish Prayer Line... 412-804-8858 Saturday, 12:00 Noon Contact the Parish Office (Word of God church) for an appointment East Catholic School... 412-351-5403 2001 Ardmore B1vd., Pgh., PA 15221 Sr. Judith Stojhovic, RSM... Principal School Website... www.eastcatholicschool.org Contact the Parish Office for an appointment at least 6 months before the wedding Available after Mass and upon request A member of the East Catholic School Consortium Bulletin Deadline Monday at Noon.
PALM SUNDAY APRIL 9, 2017 A NOTE FROM FATHER JOHN RCIA: Kayli Nelson will be received into the Church, be confirmed and receive First Communion at the Easter Vigil. Please keep her in your prayers. Blessed Palms Disposal: Do not throw them in the garbage since they are a blessed sacramental that you can display in your home as a blessing. You may bring them to church for burning or burn them yourself in a fire that is not used as fuel for cooking. Bury the ashes. Chrism Mass: Holy Thursday, 10:00 a.m., Cathedral. The Bishop will bless the sacramental oils and the priests of the Diocese renew unity with the Bishop. No Eucharistic Adoration before the Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Vigil ceremonies and the Easter Sunday Masses. Holy Thursday and Good Friday Notes: The tabernacle will be empty for the Holy Thursday Mass (the Blessed Sacrament will be reserved at the Blessed Mother altar) and the Good Friday Celebration of the Lord s Passion. Please do not genuflect to the tabernacle; bow to the altar instead. Good Friday is a day of fasting (ages 18-59, one full meal and 2 lighter meals) and abstaining from meat (14 and older). Good Friday Stations of the Cross at noon at Word of God. Good Friday Holy Land Collection is used to maintain the holy shrines and assist the Franciscan missionaries who serve in the Holy Land. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross: The rite calls for the use of just one cross instead of several. Since the practice began centuries ago by venerating the wooden relics of the True Cross, it is appropriate to use a cross instead of a crucifix. People will approach the cross in 2 columns. They may bow, kiss, or touch the wood of the cross. A genuflection is optional. Incense: The cloud of incense smoke symbolizes prayer rising to God (see Psalm 141:2 and Revelation 8:3-5). It also honors sacred persons and things in liturgical worship. Incense will be used on Holy Thursday, the Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday. The Easter Vigil fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation ATTENTION MEN! The Word of God Men's Retreat at St. Paul's retreat Center, South Side is on the weekend of April 21st to April 23rd. Pick up a flyer in the racks/on the tables for details. Register now to confirm a room. Register on-line at stpaulsretreatcenter-pittsburgh.org or call Regis Rhodes at 412-351-3298. See flier in bulletin for more information. WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS Saturday Vigil - April 8 4:00 PM Nino Cartella (Rita & Dominic Cappella) 6:00 PM For the People Palm Sunday - April 9 9:00 AM Robert H. Och (Family) 11:00 AM Lina & George Abram and Vera & Attilio Natolino (Arlene & George Abram) Monday - April 10 7:00 PM Joseph De Pasquale (Carmella Coyne) Tuesday - April 11 9:30 AM Aloysius Byrnes (Family) Wednesday - April 12 8:00 AM Cecelia Stecik (Bernie) Holy Thursday - Mass of the Lord s Supper - April 13 7:00 PM (M) Dec. Bishops, Priests, Deacons/Religious Good Friday - April 14 12:30 PM (W) Celebration of the Lord s Passion Holy Saturday - April 15 7:00 PM (W) RCIA Candidate Easter Sunday - April 16 9:00 AM Furry & Mondry Families (Larry & Pat Furry) 11:00 AM Youth & Elderly THIS WEEK Palm Sunday - 2nd Collection - Utilities Sunday 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM-Gift Shop & Library open Monday - Deadline for Easter Flower Donation Envelopes 6:30 PM Word of God Choir Rehearsal -Word of God Tuesday 7:00 PM Holy Hour - Madonna Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction Wednesday 10:30 AM Legion of Mary - Dattilo Hall Holy Thursday 7:00 PM Evening Mass of the Lord s Supper-Madonna Followed by Seven Church Walk 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM - Word of God & Madonna Adoration and Prayer Good Friday - Holy Land Collection Parish Office Closed 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Ecumenical Via Dolorosa Begins at Word of God 12:00 NN Stations - Word of God 12:30 PM Celebration of the Passion of the Lord Divine Mercy Novena-Word of God 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM - Meager Meal - Word of God Parish Center Holy Saturday 11:30 AM Blessing of Baskets followed by Divine Mercy Novena - Word of God 12:00 PM Reconciliation - Word of God Parish 7:00 PM Easter Vigil in the Holy Night - Word of God Easter Sunday 9:00 AM Mass - Word of God 11:00 AM Mass - Madonna Monday - Parish Office Closed NEW WORD OF GOD PARISH EMAIL: wordofgod1994@gmail.com
MADONNA DEL CASTELLO & WORD OF GOD PARISHES LOOK FOR THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDIA On this day, Our Lord enters Jerusalem to accomplish His mission, His Paschal Mystery. As with His entire ministry so far, it is full of the symbols of peace, the peace only He can provide. The palm branches represent peace and victory. The donkey represents the arriving of someone in peace as opposed to a steed in war. Hosanna to Our Lord in the Highest! Please be sure to place your suggested donation in the money slot on the display. Fraternity of Priests Healing Mass-Wed., April 19, 7:00p.m., St. Mary of the Assumption, 2510 Middle Rd., Glenshaw, PA 15116. For info. call 412-486-4100. MEAGER MEAL-GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 14 Join us for a Meager Meal to help us make the Lenten Pilgrimage together. Meager Meal is a light supper of homemade soup and bread, a simple inspiration to help us understand how the poor live. PLACE: Word of God Parish 12:30 p.m. Celebration of the Passion of the Lord FOOD for the Soul 12 Noon Stations Divine Mercy Novena FOOD for the Body Word of God Social Hall 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Soup, Bread and Fellowship (Good will offering benefits Ladies of Charity work for the poor.) St. Anselm All Classes Reunion-Sat., Nov. 11: For info. contact Rita Hyland, 412-241-0204. SWISSVALE, PA PRAYER AND PRAISE GROUP will meet Thurs., April 27th, 7:00 p.m. at Madonna. For info. call Mike Matthysse, 412-241-1254. Seven Church Walk-Holy Thurs., April 13th, approximately 8:15 p.m. Bus leaves from Madonna Locust Street exit. Itinerary: North American Martyrs, St. Bernadette, St. John the Baptist, Our Lady of Joy, St. Januarius, Word of God & Madonna. Bus space is limited and reservations required. Contact the Word of God Parish Office, 412.241.1372. Free will offering for bus driver accepted. Via Dolorosa ("Way of Sorrows ) Walk: Good Friday, April 14 th. The walk is a 1/2 mile prayer walk in imitation of the 1/3 mile that Jesus Christ carried His cross through the streets of Jerusalem. Walk begins at 11:30 a.m. in Word of God Church (7444 McClure), continues through the business district, and ends at noon on the steps of Pittsburgh Mennonite Church, 2018 So. Braddock. Rain or shine. You can also join along the way or at the end. Sponsored by the Swissvale Churches. Questions: Deacon Ron Demblowski, 412. 241.1372. ST. ANTHONY NOVENA begins on Tuesday, April 18th, at 7:00 p.m. at Madonna. It will continue on Tuesday evenings and conclude with Mass on St. Anthony s feastday, Tues., June 13th, 7:00p.m., Madonna. Each week, there will be a short talk on one of the Beatitudes. East Catholic School The Living Stations of the Cross: The Fine Arts Club will present The Living Stations on Sunday, April 9, 2:00 p.m. in St. Colman s Church and on Tuesday, April 11, 1:00p.m. in St. Maurice Church. The Living Stations is a musically guided performance and reflection of the scripture of Christ s Passion. This spiritual journey is propelled by music, and will draw us into the passion, death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior in preparation for Holy Week. A Midsummer Night s Dream, William Shakespeare s most popular comedy will be presented by the 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. Plan to attend Fri., April 28 or Sat., April 29. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. in Keane Hall (school cafeteria), 2001 Ardmore Blvd. in Forest Hills. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Cost is $4/adult & $2/students and seniors. St. John Fisher Church, 33 Lewin Lane, Churchill, PA 15235. The University of Pittsburgh Men s Glee Club-Good Friday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt-Holy Sat., April 15, 1:00 p.m. on the church grounds. This fun-filled experience for the children will be their special way to begin the celebration of Easter. Registration is required (no cost), deadline-wed., April 12. To register call 412-241-4722. Good Shepherd Social Club will sponsor their next Bingo Sun., April 23rd starting at 1:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Hall, 1600 Brinton Road, Braddock Hills. Admission is $20--paid at the door (no ticket presale). There will be 16 regular games and 4 specials. Refreshments available for purchase.
Madonna del Castello Reborn in Baptism: DULCE MARIA, daughter of Mindi Cruz Acosta & Andres Ortiz Rejes. DANIEL ALEXANDER, son of Jennifer Ordonez-Rivas & Ronal Sandoval. HAILEY DELILAH, daughter of Jennifer Ordonez-Rivas & Ranal Sandoval. Rest in Peace: ELIZABETH ROSE SPARDY, sister of Helen Spardy Fazio. MADONNA COLLECTION April 2...$4,465.00 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 at the parish office. Holy Week Triduum: (No Eucharistic Adoration before Triduum Masses & Services) Holy Thursday (April 13th) 7 pm, Evening Mass of the Lord s Supper (M) Seven Church Walk after Mass (Note: Word of God Church will be open from 8:30 pm to 10 pm for prayer) Good Friday (April 14th): 11:30 noon, Ecumenical Via Dolorosa (Begins at Word of God) 12 Noon-Stations (WG) 12:30 pm, Celebration of the Passion of the Lord (WG) Divine Mercy Novena following the Passion of the Lord (WG) Holy Saturday (April 16th) 11:30 am, Blessing of Baskets (WG) Divine Mercy Novena: (WG) (following Blessing of Baskets) Noon, Confessions (WG) 7 pm, Easter Vigil in the Holy Night (WG) Easter Sunday (April 16th) 9 am Mass (WG) 11 am Mass (M) Divine Mercy Novena: (M) (following the Mass) EASTER BLESSING OF FAMILIES-April 16th: Bishop David Zubik, Auxiliary Bishop William Waltersheid & Retired Auxiliary Bishop William Winter will welcome families of the Diocese of Pittsburgh beginning at 2:00p.m. at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland. All are welcome to the Cathedral to receive this special Blessing imparted by our bishops as they also take the opportunity to thank families for the beautiful witness of love and faith that they share with us. WORD OF GOD THROUGHOUT THIS WEEK IN WORD OF GOD PARISH LITURGIES, we will use the Altar Bread, Wine, Candles & Sanctuary Lamp in memory of Cecelia Stecik from Bernie Stecik. Please consider remembering the parish in your will. IN YOUR CHARITY, please pray for the soul of Thomas G. Baligrocky, husband of the late Rose Marie, who was buried recently from Word of God Parish. May his soul rest in peace with Christ. THROUGH THE SAVING WATERS OF BAPTISM we welcomed into the church recently John Raymond Schlott. I Thomas Rihn & Seana Baker WORD OF GOD COLLECTION April 2...$6,203.00 Parish Library and Canterbury Corner Gift Shop: Visit the Gift Shop now for cards and remembrance gifts for Confirmation, and First Holy Communion! The Gift Shop and Parish Library will be closed on Easter Sunday. Final DVD program from Catholicism: the Pivotal Players showing at the Parish Library today! Bishop Robert Barron uses beautiful music, art, architecture, and venues from around the world to powerfully present the life of Michelangelo. Come to the Parish Library immediately following the 9:00a.m. Mass for Passion/Palm Sunday and watch this very poignant and relevant documentary just in time for Holy Week and Easter. We re looking for creative writers! After Easter in April, the Library will present a display of religious poetry that will include poems by parishioners. Anyone interested in submitting poetry for the display should contact Karen at goldbachkm@verizon.net. Readings-April 16, Easter Sunday 1st Reading: Acts of the Apostles 10:34a, 37-43 Peter preached about the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. 2nd Reading: Colossians 3:1-4 Having been raised by Christ, be concerned with what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of the Father. Gospel Reading: John 20:1-9 Mary of Magdala found the stone had been removed from the tomb s entrance, and she ran to tell Peter and the other disciple. They, in turn, ran to the tomb, entered it, and just saw the burial cloths rolled up. Question for reflection: The disciples found it hard to believe because they did not yet understand the Scriptures that he [Jesus] had to rise from the dead. How can you use the Scriptures to strengthen your belief? PRO-LIFE CORNER: The real question today is not when human life begins, but what is the value of human life? When people devalue any one Life, they devalue all Life. If you believe Life is sacred, you must also believe unnecessary killing is sacrilege. Pray/work to stop the prodeath forces today.
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