Saint Paul Parish 820 Carbon Road Greensburg, PA 15601 A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg Fr. Lawrence Manchas Pastor October 14, 2018 PARISH WEEKLY CALENDAR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 Confirmation Prep 9:30AM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 No Youth Ministry Meetings today 40th Jubilee at Rizzo s 3:00-8:00PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 15 Rosary After Mass RAS Crafts after Mass Cub Scouts 6:45PM (Pavilion) TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Bible Study, Bible & Sacraments 1:00PM or 7:00PM Good Shepherd 4:30PM Weight Watchers 6:30PM WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 RAS Crafts after Mass Home School Group 10:00AM Midday Rosary 12:15PM Boy Scouts 7:00PM (Pavilion) THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 Hempfield Manor Communion Service 10:00AM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Our Lady s Rosary Makers 10:00AM SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 Faith Formation 9:30 2nd Collection: Missions SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, WORLD MISSION SUNDAY 2nd Collection: Missions Youth Ministry Meeting: Grades 9-12 at 4:30PM Grades 6-8 at 6:30PM Fr. James Morley Parochial Vicar 28th Sunday in Ordinary LITURGICAL SCHEDULE WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM WEEKDAY MASSES: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 AM RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:00 PM ADORATION: Second Friday of each month at St. Paul in the Church, 8:30AM-12:15PM followed by Benediction. Also, at the Adoration Chapel at St. Bruno: Monday-Tuesday Wednesday-Friday 9AM-3PM; Thursday 9AM-7PM; First Friday 9AM-7PM. Children s Holy Hour Thursdays at 4:00PM. PARISH DIRECTORY PARISH OFFICE:......724-834-6880 FAX NUMBER:......724-834-1492 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL HELP LINE:...724-420-3279 AQUINAS ACADEMY MAIN OFFICE:....724-834-7940 WEBSITE... www.pbcatholic.org PARISH STAFF COORDINATOR OF FAITH FORMATION:... Sue Craig DIRECTOR OF MUSIC:...Glenn Buzzard BUSINESS MANAGER:... Ginny Buzzard DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE... Bob Stauffer OFFICE MANAGER:... James Mosser WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR:...Anthony Concannon RESPECT LIFE MONTH: OCTOBER 2018
The Prayer Chain is ac vated every Tuesday evening. If you know someone needing the prayer chain, or if you would like to volunteer your me on the chain, please call either of the leaders listed below: Philomena Lillie 724-832-8521 or Audrey & Mike Lucotch 724-834-2113. COME JOIN US! First Evangelical Lutheran Church is sponsoring an Ecumenical Fall Hymn Festival entitled And Who is my Neighbor? under the direction of Marvin Huls, longtime Director of Choirs at Seton Hill University. Many members of the Saint Paul Choir will be participating. The Hymn Festival will take place on Sunday, October 28, at 4 p.m. at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church at 246 South Main Street, Greensburg. This is a wonderful opportunity to praise together with some of our neighbors! St. Paul Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 ST PAUL YOUTH MINISTRY CHECK IT OUT! This is an open invitation to all students in grades six through twelve to join us on Sunday evenings to discover what God is calling you to do as the young church. Saint Paul Youth Ministry is focused on forming our young people through the study and practice of their faith and to challenge them to embrace the life of the church through prayer, service to our community and social activities. Below is our schedule for the next few months. Grades 9-12 meet 4:30-6:00PM and Grades 6-8 meet 6:30-8:00PM except where noted differently. October 21 October 28 November 4: Movie Night all Grades 6:00-8:00PM November 11 November 18 November 25: No Mtg. December 2: All Grades Family Trivia Night 4:30-6:00PM December 9 December 16 December 23: All Grades 4:30-6:00PM Christmas Party MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, October 13 4:30PM Anthony Bucchi (Carl & Joyce Bucchi) Sunday, October 14 9:00AM Pete & Anne Radocaj (Family) Monday, October 15 8:00AM Krista Bell (Margaret Falcon) Wednesday, October 17 8:00AM Mass Cancelled Priest Convocation Friday, October 19 8:00AM Nick, Mary & Donna Uliano (Dwane & Jackie Keller, & Family) Saturday, October 20 4:30PM Veronica Radocaj (Daughter, Bertha Zajdel) Sunday, October 21 9:00AM Angelo, Rose & Michael Zello (Family) FLOWER MEMORIALS: Today s Altar Flowers were donated in loving memory of Angelo, Rose & Michael Zello given by Family 4TH QUARTER CHANGES Due to changes in the Priests schedule Masses and intentions in October-December had to be changed. Fortunately, only three were affected, and it did not cause a domino affect. Those changes are as follows: October 17 8:00AM, the Mass for Stanley & Sophie Krempecki given by Tim & Pat was moved to November 1 at 8:00AM due to the Priest Convocation October 15-18; November 23 8:00AM, the Mass for Joe & Agnes Sweeney given by Joe & Ursula was moved to November 22 due to Priests Holiday; December 26 8:00AM, the Mass for Ida Santorella given by Joseph Zazzaro was moved to December 28 due to Priests Holiday. Anyone knowing contact information for Mr. Joseph Zazzaro should call the parish office and advise us so that we can call him about this change in the Mass Schedule. Liturgical Minister Schedule MASS ALTAR SERVER EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION LECTOR Saturday October 20 4:30PM Sunday October 21 9:00AM Caterina Arcara Natalie Schaer Paul Whalen, Kathy & Gene Morris, Walt Moore, Joe Brecht, Luke Ream, Kathy Kuchta Carol Whalen Andrew & Zachary Lentz Michael & Mario Vitale, Sharon Highberger, Jack Yurko, Cheryl & Dave Ream, Dave Woodbury Matt Very Page 2
Money Matters COLLECTION DATE WEEKLY BUDGET WEEKLY OFFERING WEEKLY +/- ANNUAL +/- ENVELOPES USED SECOND COLLECTION October 7, 2018 $9,150.00 $9,907.43 -$757.00 -$17,607.00 260 SECOND COLLECTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER October 13-14: SAINT VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY ANNUAL FUND DRIVE: This collection replaces the Lenten Food Appeal. The funds that are collected on October 13-14 will continue to be used to supplement the food distribution programs at the Our Lady of Grace Food Pantry. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated. October 20-21: World Mission Sunday Collection: World Mission Sunday reminds us that we have an obligation to support the priests, religious, and laypersons who work tirelessly to proclaim the Gospel, to build the Church, and to serve the poor in more than 1,100 mission dioceses throughout the world. World Mission Sunday unites the faithful around the globe to become voices for mission as we provide prayerful and financial support for the Missions. October 27-28: Local Charities, helping the poor & needy in our midst. MAGNIFICAT REMINDER! Mailers were sent out a few weeks ago for the Magnificat Breakfast Meeting. The meeting will take place at the Ramada Hotel & Convention Center on Route 30 East, near Westmoreland Mall. It will be on October 20 from 9:00AM-Noon. If you plan to attend but have not made your registration, you must do it by Monday October 15. That s tomorrow. Additional mailers are in the vestibule for your conven- ROSARY GATHERING CELEBRATES 101 YEARS... In honor of the 101st anniversary of the Blessed Mother's appearance at Fatima in 1917, a public rosary will be prayed on Saturday, October 13 at St. Paul Parish. Members of the Rosary Altar Society will lead the rosary and we will assemble at noon on the back porch. All parishioners are invited to join us in answering Our Lady's request to pray for world peace. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SALE ANNOUNCEMENT The Rosary Altar Society of St. Paul Parish announces its Annual Christmas Sale which will be held on November 8-10 from 9:00AM- 7:00PM each day. If you have any items that are Christmas or Fall décor, RAS will be collecting donated items October 29-November 2 ONLY, from 8:30AM-1:00PM. You can donate Christmas trees & decorations, wreathes, centerpieces, linens, books, jewelry, and things that are re-gift-able. Anyone wanting to donate a basket for the raffle, please make sure they are received by October 24. Thanks for you support, The RAS Christmas Sale Committee New Outreach in our Faith Community Saint Paul Parish is happy to announce a new outreach program in our community. Food 2 Go 4 Kids Program at Fort Allen Elementary School provides weekend backpack lunches to students who are in need of this help. We are happy to join Word of Life Church, Harrold Zion Lutheran Church, Hempfield Manor, cfsbank, Fort Allen Volunteer Fire Department, Dollar General, and Conforti s Restaurant in this endeavor. We will need to fill 100 bags of identical food items, and because of your generosity in our monthly charity collections, we will be able to help these families. The above organizations take turns, and we will be responsible for this project approximately every other month. We will be asking our Youth Ministry, Faith Formation, Young Adults, and other organizations to help fill the bags (with the products which have already been purchased) on our scheduled date. Members of Pastoral Council will deliver them to Fort Allen Elementary School. If you need any other information, please contact a member of our Pastoral Council. Again, it is due to your generosity that we are able to help these children. Thank You! BAPTISMS: As your family grows and you prepare for the arrival of your child, remember to plan for his/her Baptism with the Parish Office. Please contact Sue Craig at 724-834-6880 to plan f the Baptism. You should allow a 2-3 month window so Parent Sacramental Formation can be done prior to the arrival of your child. Page 3
Readings & Reflections TODAY S READINGS First Reading I pleaded, and the spirit of wisdom came to me. (Wisdom 7:7-11). Psalm Fill us with your love, O Lord, and we will sing for joy! (Psalm 90). Second Reading Indeed the word of God is living and effective (Hebrews 4:12-13). Gospel It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the kingdom of God (Mark 10:17-30 [17-27]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31 5:1; Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Gal 5:1-6; Ps 119:41, 43-45, 47-48; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: Gal 5:18-25; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:42-46 Thursday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9 Friday: Eph 1:11-14; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 12-13; Lk 12:1-7 Saturday: Eph 1:15-23; Ps 8:2-3ab, 4-7; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Is 53:10-11; Ps 33:4-5, 18-20, 22; Heb 4:14-16; Mk 10:35-45 [42-45] REFLECTION: WORDS OF WISDOM The spirit of wisdom, as we discover in today s first reading, comes to those who pray for her. Wisdom, like the word of God, carries a message of consolation as well as of great challenge. The Letter to the Hebrews tells us that the word of God, infused with the wisdom of God, is sharper than any two-edged sword. We cannot shrink from the wisdom of God, or from the word that has the power to penetrate our hearts and minds. Jesus, the living word of God, the embodiment of wisdom, has strong, deeply penetrating words for the rich young man who comes to him seeking answers to his most profound questions. Just when the young man thought he had done enough to fulfill God s commands, more was asked of him. This is no less true for us. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. SEVENTH JURIED CATHOLIC ARTS EXHIBITION OPENS AT SAINT VINCENT COLLEGE OCT. 28 The Seventh Juried Catholic Arts Exhibition will open at the Saint Vincent Gallery on the third floor of the Robert S. Carey Student Center with a prize award ceremony and reception October 28 from 3:30-6 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. An opening lecture with 2018 juror Dr. Elizabeth Lev will be held at 2 p.m. in the Fred M. Rogers Center. Admission is free and open to the public, but reservations are required by calling 724-805-2177. The exhibition is open through December 2. Gallery hours are 1-4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and by special appointment. The gallery is closed on Mondays and Nov. 21-26. VOCATIONS DISCERNMENT FOR BOYS IN GRADES 6-12 The Office for Priestly Vocations is hosting vocations discernment events for young men. Jeremiah Days, for boys in grades 6-8 and their parents, will be November 10, February 9 and April 13 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Barbara Parish, Harrison City. Priesthood Discernment days will be held for young men in grades 9-12 at Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School from 6:30-8 p.m. October 14, November 18, December 9, February 17, March 10, April 14 and May 12. Contact vocations@dioceseofgreens burg.org to register for either event. MELCHIZEDEK PROJECT VOCATIONS DISCERNMENT SESSIONS FOR MEN IN LATROBE The Melchizedek Project evenings for young adults to discern a vocation to the priesthood will be held October 7 and 28, November 11 and 25, and December 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the rectory at Holy Family Parish, Latrobe. RSVP to Father Daniel Mahoney at dmahoney@dioceseofgreensburg.org. ROSARY RALLY AT CHRIST OUR SHEPHERD CENTER Bishop Edward C. Malesic will lead the annual Rosary Rally Oct. 27 at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph Chapel at the Christ Our Shepherd Center, Route 30 east of Greensburg. The day includes Mass at 9:00AM, adoration, and the sacrament of reconciliation after Mass with recitation of the rosary following. Organizations that plan to carry a banner at the Rosary Rally must register at 724-837-0901, ext. 1249. AFTERNOON OF REFLECTION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND LIFE CHALLENGING ILLNESSES The annual Afternoon of Reflection for individuals with disabilities and life challenging illnesses will be held at Our Lady of Grace Parish, Greensburg, Oct. 28 from 12:30-6 p.m. The program will be led by Msgr. Lawrence Kiniry. Bishop Edward C. Malesic will celebrate Mass at 4 p.m. Dinner follows. For reservations ($8 each), information or to volunteer, call Rita Shapiola, 724-537-3851. Participants are asked to bring a pair of durable, new flip flops or sandals for this year s mission project to help families in the Philippines. WEDDINGS: Planning your wedding is a monumental task. But, before you set the date please contact the Parish Office at 7247-834-6880. You will need to talk to Father Lawrence, and then confirm a date that the Church will be available. Because Marriage is a serious step in life and it is a Sacrament, Marriage Preparation is necessary. Please contact the Parish Office at least 6 months prior to the anticipated time when you want the wedding to occur to allow time for the preparatory meetings. Page 4
Events Around the Diocese OCTOBER 15: NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING ANNOUNCEMENT: Natural Family Planning CM-BBT instruction will be October 15 at 6 p.m. in the Catholic Charities office in Greensburg. Please call at least one week prior to the instruction date to pre-register. Contact Mary Ann Newhouse at Catholic Charities at 724-837-1840, ext. 1658 for additional information or to register OCTOBER 20: ANNUAL PRO LIFE PRAYER BREAKFAST. The Greensburg Diocesan Council of the National Council of Catholic Women is sponsoring the annual Interfaith Pro-Life Prayer Breakfast Oct. 20 at the Christ Our Shepherd Center. The guest speaker is Dr. Brian Clowes, Director of Education and Research for Human Life International. All seats are reserved. Tickets are $20 per person, $10 per student. The registration deadline is Oct. 8. For questions and information, call 724-537-2064. OCTOBER 21: OBLATES MEETING & BENEDICTINE SPIRITUALITY SESSION. Both gatherings will be held in the Brownfield Room 202 of the Seminary at the St. Vincent Archabbey. Anyone wishing to stay for Vespers and pray with the Monks should call Fr. Donald in advance 724-805-2291. OCTOBER 21: OPEN HOUSE AT GCC. Greensburg Central Catholic Junior- Senior High School will host an open house, Make a Centurion Connection, Oct. 21 at the school, 911 Armory Drive, Greensburg. Doors open at noon, and the program begins at 12:30 p.m. Register at www.gcchs.org or call 724-834-0310, ext. 214, or contact Melissa Hughes at mhughes@gcchs.org. OCTOBER 21: MARRIAGE SPONSOR COUPLE TRAINING. Training for marriage sponsor couples will be held Oct. 21 in the Pastoral Center in Greensburg from 1-4:15 p.m. Both attendees must have "For Better and For Ever, which can be obtained from the parish. To register email jmgnogna@diocese ofgreensburg.org and provide full names, email address and cell phone number. Contact Rich and Leanna Ryba at 724-337-8372 or rryba@dioceseofgreensburg.org with questions. A light lunch will be served. OCTOBER 21-23: HOLOCAUST EDUCATION CONFERENCE AT SETON HILL. For information and registration go to setonhill.edu/lefrakconf or call 724-834- 0310. OCTOBER 24: WESTMORELAND COUNTY HEALTH & EDUCATION EXPO. 9:00AM-2:00PM at the Ramada Hotel, Greensburg. Free screening and health information for all ages. Flyers are in the vestibule. Mark your calendar ahead. NOVEMBER 4: PURSE BASH at the Barn in Ligonier Valley at 1:00PM. Lunch included in price of ticket ($35.00). For tickets & information call 724-837-1840. Sponsored by Catholic Charities, proceeds help the needy of the Diocese of Greensburg. NOVEMBER 9: K OF C HONORS VETS WITH DINNER-DANCE AT ST. BRUNO. The Knights of Columbus Council #1480 will host a dinner-dance, Honoring Our Veterans, Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. in the St. Bruno Parish Hall. Tickets are 20.00 each. Sponsorship of a veteran is $25. Contact Amy Fiaschetti in the St. Bruno Parish office at afiaschetti@dioceseofgreensburg.org or 724-836- 0690 for tickets or information. The sponsorship deadline is Oct. 15. OCTOBER 30: CELEBRATION OF CATHOLICS SCHOOLS BREAKFAST AT STATIGOS, October 30 at 8:00AM at Stratigos Banquet Centre, North Huntingdon. For sponsorships, contact Mike Lucotch at 724-552-2503 or mlcotch@dioceseofgreensburg.org. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at www.dioceseofgreensburg.org/schools/celebrateeducation. SISTERS OF CHARITY FUNDRAISER Enjoy 2019 coupon books are available from the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill through Dec. 29 for $30. For additional information or to reserve a book, call Sister of Charity Agnes Steedle in Greensburg at 724-836-0406, ext. 6646, or Sister Patrice Hughes in the Pittsburgh area, 412-343- 1382. Bishop Malesic s Listening Session: Afternoon Session: 1:30-3:30PM at Holy Family Parish, West Newton, October 31 Evening Sessions 6:30-8:30PM: October 22-Blessed Sacrament Cathedral, Greensburg October 24-St. Therese, Uniontown October 29-St. Margaret Mary, Lower Burrell November 5-St. Mary, Kittanning November 8-Mother of Sorrows, Murrysville November 29-St. Bernard, Indiana. These sessions will give you the opportunity to express your feelings, observations and suggestions regarding the PA Grand Jury Report released to the public a few weeks ago. Pg. 5