Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church /Assumption B.V.M. Church 131 North Beech Street, Mount Carmel, Pa. 17851 Very Reverend Archpriest Michael Hutsko, Pastor Rectory 570-339-0650 Church Hall 570-339-4333 Web Site- sspeterandpaulmc.org - E-Mail: stsppmc@ptd.net - Fax 570-339-2715 Prayer Line: Louise Cuff 339-3660 Eleanor Stebila 339-2353 Louise Troyan 339-1565 Please notify the rectory office if you or a loved one is hospitalized or admitted to a nursing home. Office Hours: Mon. Tues. - 9:00 AM 3:00 PM - Wed. Thurs. 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon 15 th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Saturday 08-27-2016 3:15 PM Confession 4:00 PM For the Parishioners Sunday 08-28-2016 15 th Sunday After Pentecost 8:15 AM - Confession 9:15 AM +Robert Bergal req. by Wife, Jeanne 12:00 PM - Assumption BVM -Celebrant Archbishop Stefan Soroka For a Successful Pilgrimage Day Monday 08-29-2016 Beheading of John the Baptist (Simply Holyday) 7:30 - +Helen Kuzo req. by Rich & Patty Mychak Tuesday, August 30,2016 through Friday, September 2 nd, 2016 - NO DIVINE LITURGY Saturday 09-03-2016 8:00 AM- +Michael Merikas req. by Wife, Anna 3:15 PM - Confession 4:00 PM +Edward Grabowski Birthday Rememberance req. by Wife, Martha Sunday 09-04-2016 16 th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:15 AM Confession 9:15 AM For the Parishioners 11:00 AM Assumption BVM - +Al Mattu req. by Wife, Theresa Daily Divine Liturgy: Please Note: Beginning Labor Day, September 5 th, daily Divine Liturgy will be celebrated again at 8:00 AM. All are encouraged to begin the day with the Liturgy and receive Our Lord into your heart and mind. AUGUST 28, 2016 Please Remember: To pray for vocations to the Holy Priesthood & Religious Life Rosary Intention: For the week of August 28, 2016 for the sick & infirm of our Parishes. In Your Prayers: Please remember to pray for the sick & infirm of our Parishes Welcome: We the people of Ss. Peter &Paul/Assumption Churches, are a catholic community that worships God, spreads the Good News of Christ, and serves those in need. Come into the house. Bring all you are, no need to check your failures at the door. There are no perfect people here. You are invited: come. Come in seeking, come in wondering, come in hurting. Come into this house of companionship and compassion. Come in. You are welcome here. Ss. Peter & Paul/Assumption Churches open their doors to you. Bulletin Requests: Any requests or any information to be placed in the bulletin must be in writing and submitted to the church office by 12:00 Noon on Mondays. Thank you for your cooperation. The Vibrant Parish: A place to encounter the living Christ through the Word of God, the Holy Mysteries & Prayer, Serving One s Neighbor, Leadership, Fostering & Serving Unity & Missionary Spirit. Upcoming Events: Mark your calendars and plan to support the following events: August 28 th Pilgrimage at Assumption BVM Church 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM August 29 th Beheading of St. John the Baptist Simple Holyday September 5 th Labor Day September 6 th 7:00 PM Ukrainian Day Wrap- Up meeting at St. Michael s, Frackville September 8 th Birth of the Theotokos Solemn Holyday
September 11 th 15 th Anniversary of the Attack on the United States. September 12 th Religious Education Classes resume- 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM September 14 th Exaltation of the Holy Cross Solemn Holyday September 14 & 15 Ss.Peter & Paul/Assumption Pyrohy Sale Resumes. Help is needed in all aspects of this project, please lend some of your time to help. Ss. Peter & Paul Replenish Fund Donations as of August 21, 2016 Total To Date: $68,694.54 Replenish Fund: None Rebuilding Fund: Memorial Donations Ss. Peter & Paul: $100.00 In Memory of +Anthony Warsheski from International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental & Reinforcing Iron Worker s Local 404. $25.00 In Memory of +Anthony J. Warsheski By Edward G. Tyson & Family. $20.00 In Memory of +Anthony Warsheski from Joseph & Jean Allar. Your Stewardship: We thank you for your financial support of our parish communities. Weekly Parish Financial Report: Ss. Peter & Paul Church Sunday, August 21, 2016 $2,214.00 Expenses $2,597.87 Sunday, August 23, 2015 $1,353.00 Assumption BVM Church Sunday, August 21, 2016 $ 561.57 Expenses- $1,451.95 * Sunday, August 23, 2015 $ 460.00 *August Second Installment for lock in oil price of $519.65 New Boiler Donation: $226.00 New Boiler Donation In Honor of Anna Budraitis by Cookie Mekosh Crosley and Ryan Crossley Say What Prayer Don t give God instructions just report for duty! Ss. Peter & Paul Church Lector Schedule Sat August 27 th Lorraine C. Palko 4:00 PM Sun August 28 th Justina Eisenhart 9:15 AM Sat September 3 rd Ellen Goretsky 4:00 PM Sun September 4 th Christine Bogner 9:15 AM Assumption BVM Church Lector Schedule Sun August 28 th Bryce Fiamoncini 12:00 Noon Sun- September 4 th Kianna Rizzo 11:00 AM Mystery (Sacrament) of Penance: Is available before each Divine Liturgy on Saturday, 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM and on Sunday in Ss. Peter & Paul Church 8:15 AM to 9:00 AM, and at Assumption BVM Church on Sunday before 11:00 AM Divine Liturgy in the confessionals. Inspiring Words from Pope Francis: Let us not forget: If we are to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus, our lives must bear witness to what we preach. August 28: A Matter of Trust So many events in life teach us not to trust. So often our trust has been betrayed in the political realm, in business dealings and in personal relationships. So it s no wonder that we might find it difficult to trust in God s mercy. But think about this. Humanity s first sin was based on willful disobedience toward God and lack of trust in his mercy. When Adam and Eve heard God calling to them in Eden, they hid in fear. They knew they had done wrong, but they didn t trust him. The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains: Man, tempted by the devil let his trust in his creator die in his heart and, abusing his freedom, disobeyed God s command. Fr. Michael E. Gaitley, MIC, wrote about it this way: Truly, sin begins with a lack of trust. Sure, pride was there, too. But the starting point, the origin of sin, is lack of trust in God. And this applies not only to the first sin but to all subsequent sin. Our Prayer: Father, you call to us today as you did our first parents in the Garden. Strengthen our trust in your divine mercy, so that we may never hide from you. Altar Rosary Society: Sunday, September 4th is Altar Rosary Society Sunday. All members are asked to pray together, receive the Holy Eucharist as a body and attend a short meeting immediately after the Divine Liturgy. New members are always welcome.
Holy Name Society: Sunday, September 11 th is Holy Name Society Sunday. All members are urged to pray together, and receive the Holy Eucharist as a group. New members are always welcome. Ukrainian Seminary Day Wrap-Up Meeting: A follow-up Ukrainian Day meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 6 th at St. Michael s Hall in Frackville beginning at 7:00 PM. The agenda for the meeting includes a thorough review of the recently concluded Ukrainian Day event including ways in which we can make improvements for next year s celebration. Also, a full and complete financial report will be distributed and a decision made as to the deanery contribution in support of our seminary. All are invited to attend and participate in the discussion. Vacationing for the Summer: If you are traveling this summer on vacation and do not attend liturgies, please contribute your previous weeks envelopes that you have missed in the weekly collection basket when you return from vacation. This will help with defraying operating costs for our churches. Thank you for your considered generosity and have a healthy, happy and safe vacation. A CALL TO PRAYER: BESEECHING GOD S MERCY and PRAYING FOR THE INTERCESSION OF THE MOTHER OF GOD---During his visit in November 2015, Patriarch and Major-Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, Primate of the Ukrainian Catholic Church world-wide, marveled at the continuing presence of Assumption BVM Church in Centralia and the sense of true holiness which pervades the entire property. His desire is for all people of faith to come and experience the same holiness and sanctity he discovered during his visit. In his name, Archbishop Stefan Soroka and the Parishioners of Assumption Church invite you to pilgrimage to this holy place to gather in prayer Beseeching God s Mercy and Praying for the Intercession of the Mother of God on Sunday, August 28 th. All Divine Services and activities will take place in the Church and on the grounds of Assumption BVM Church on the mountainside above the Borough of Centralia, PA. Prayers begin at NOON with the celebration of the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom lead by Archbishop Soroka joined by local clergy. The homilist at that Liturgy will be Very Reverend Vasyl Kharuk, an approved Extraordinary Minister of Mercy during the Jubilee Year, and Spiritual Director at St. Josaphat Seminary in Washington, DC. There will be a Living Rosary recited in the outdoor chapel beginning at 2:30 PM. At the conclusion of the rosary, there will be a reflection given by Reverend John Szada, a priest of the Harrisburg Diocese and Chaplain to the Carmelite Sisters in Elysburg. Confessions will be heard throughout the day by clergy of the South Anthracite Deanery. Concluding ceremonies will begin at 4:00 PM with a Candlelight Procession from the outdoor chapel to the Church. Along the way, the procession will pause at the Grotto for a solemn blessing of water celebrating the Jubilee Year of Mercy, continuing into the Church. Once in Church, Archbishop Stefan will lead the singing of the Moleben to the Mother of God as well as delivering the homily. Following the Moleben, oil will be blessed and prayers recited for the healing of body and soul. After which all are invited to come forward to receive the anointing. There will be light refreshments available and religious items on display for purchase. Any items purchased that day will be blessed at the conclusion of the living rosary. Assumption BVM Church has been designated as an Archieparchial Holy Door of Mercy. All pilgrims are encouraged to walk through the door and obtain special blessings of the Jubilee Year of Mercy. This is a rain or shine event. ALL ARE WELCOME! More Pilgrimage Information: We have no idea how many people will be attending the pilgrimage, as this is our first year. However, we are making plans for as many contingencies as possible. While we have adequate parking on and around our property, should there be an overflow crowd we are making arrangements for off-site parking on Railroad St. in the borough and providing van transportation up to the Church and returning to town as needed. Please share this information with anyone you know who is planning to attend. Pilgrimage Clean-Up: Help is needed Monday Morning at 9:00 AM to clean-up after the Pilgrimage. Any and all support you give will greatly be appreciated. This call for help is extended to all the parishes in our deanery..
15 th Sunday After Pentecost Troparion: Angelic powers were upon Your tomb and the guards became like dead men; Mary stood before Your tomb seeking Your most pure body. You captured Hades without being overcome by it. You met the Virgin and granted life. O Lord, risen from the dead, glory be to You! Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: Kontakion With His life-giving hand Christ our God, the Giver of life, raised all the dead from the murky abyss and bestowed resurrection upon humanity.. He is for all the Savior, the resurrection and the life, and the God of all. Now and ever and forever. Amen. Theotokion: Undaunted patroness of Christians, O steadfast intermediary with the Creator, turn not away from the suppliant voices of sinners, but in your kindness come to help us who cry out to you in faith. Be quick to intercede, make haste to plead, for you are ever the patroness of those who honor you, O Mother of God. Prokimenon: Save Your people, O Lord, and bless Your inheritance. V. Unto You I will cry, O Lord my God, lest You turn from me in silence. Epistle: 2 Cor 4:6-15 Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! He who lives in the aid of the Most High, shall dwell under the protection of the God of heaven. V. He says to the Lord: You are my protector and my refuge, my God, in Whom I hope. Alleluia (3x) Gospel: Mt 22:35-46 Communion Verse: Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the highest. Alleluia (3x) Divine Redeemer Church: Mohegan Sun Casino, Wilkes Barre, PA Mary Mostik Memorial Bus Trip Mohegan Sun Casino, Wilkes Barre, PA Mary Mostik Memorial Bus Trip Tuesday, October 4,2016 - $22.00 $25.00 rebate plus $5.00 food coupon. Payment Due: Tuesday, September 20 th nonrefundable. Further info: 570-339-2579. Boyers Key Tags A new supply of Boyers key tags have arrived and are located in the vestibule of the Church. Please feel free to take what you need, but be sure to use them every time you shop at any Boyers Supermarket. Keep in mind, our parish receives a 1% rebate on every dollar you spend. This has been an excellent fund-raiser for our parish. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. $25.00 rebate plus $5.00 food coupon. Bingo: Holy Angels Church Hall/Kulpmont, PA: Bingo Date: Sunday, 9/11/16 Doors Open: 12:30 PM Bingo Starts: 2:30 PM Fee: $20 in advance; $25 at the door Call JoAnn -570-259-9299 COACH/ MICHAEL KORS/KATE SPADE/RALPH LAUREN Religious Instruction: Registration and opening classes for our parish Religious Education Program will be held on Monday evening, September 12 th from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM in the church social hall. Again this year, we will have classes for all youth of our parish from both Ss. Peter & Paul & Assumption BVM from Pre-K through 8 th Grade. Parents, you are reminded of your serious obligation before the Lord to bring up your children in the Faith. Please be sure they are registered for classes and attend faithfully each Monday evening through the school year. In order to complete the registration forms, we will need a copy of the student s baptismal certificate if they were not baptized in our parish. Volunteers Needed: We invite any adult who is interested, to get involved in our parish Religious Education program. No experience is necessary, except for a sincere desire to share the Faith with our young people. We will provide teacher manuals and all necessary items to assist you. If you are interested, please contact Fr. Michael at the rectory office.
September Pyrohy Sale: Ss. Peter & Paul/Assumption BVM Pyrohy Sale will resume on Wednesday, September 14 th, 2016 at 8:00 AM and Thursday, September 15 th, 2016 starting at 8:00 AM. Cost of Pyrohy is $8.00 per dozen. Orders must be placed by Thursday, September 8 th, 2016 by calling the church office at 570-339-0650 by 12:00 noon. Orders received after that time will be placed on a waiting list and if we have extra pyrohy for sale, we will notify you. We are in need of helping hands in all aspects of this project. Anyone interested in helping, please come to the church hall on the above dates. Sticky Bun Sale: September is here and it s back to school! Soon the temperatures will be cooling and the leaves will be changing which makes the perfect time for warm, gooey, sticky buns! We will be taking orders for homemade sticky buns with nuts and without nuts. Sticky bun plain cost is $5.00 for a pan of 6, sticky buns with nuts cost is $6.00 for a pan of 6. Orders can be placed by completing an order form which have been placed in the vestibules of our parishes, or by calling the Ss. Peter & Paul Church Office at 570-339-0650, during normal office hours or by visiting our parish Facebook event page. Orders can be placed until Wednesday, September 21, 2016 with pick up on Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 12:00 noon until 4:00 PM, and also on Sunday. Pickups will be in the Church basement. Filling, green beans, roll $10.00/platter eat-in or take-out Advance tickets only call 544-4581 Boyer s Care & Share Program Report: Ss. Peter & Paul Church has received a check from Boyer s Food Market in the amount of $334.59 from January through June 30, 2016 which represents 1% of Ss. Peter & Paul church purchases. Please continue to use your Boyer s Key card as every little bit helps our parish. Memoriam: We offer our love, prayers and sympathy to the family and friends of the late +Bishop Richard Seminack, Bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of St. Nicholas in Chicago who fell asleep in the Lord, Tuesday afternoon, August 16 th. May Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ comfort Bishop Seminack s family and friends and may His Memory be Eternal! Vichnaya Pamyat! Wedding Anniversary Celebration: Divine Liturgy will be celebrated Sunday, October 16,2016 at 11:00 AM at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, Phila., PA. All Married Faithful wishing to celebrate their wedding anniversary will renew their wedding vows as they gather with other jubilarians from throughout the Archeparchy to celebrate their love, faith & commitment to each other in the presence of Almighty God & Family and friends. After the Divine Liturgy, a dinner with the Archbishop will be an opportunity for all to break bread together. Registration forms are available in the vestibule of Ss. Peter & Paul Church or the Church office. Halupki Dinner: Sponsored by St. Nicholas Church Sunday, September 18 th 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM St. Nicholas Hall, Primrose Includes halupki, mashed potatoes