Saint Valentine C A T H O L I C C H U R C H 2710 OHIO STREET BETHEL PARK, PA 15102 www.stvals.org Email: svoffice@comcast.net 4128354415 Fax: 4128354417 September 16, 2018 TwentyFourth Sunday In Ordinary Adriene Babyok Isabella Babyok Victoria Barrett Lisa Beckwith Bill Brennan Stacy Burns Brianna Conklin Sara Conklin Sharon Dare Sara DeFilippo Tina Frost Gerard Furey Darla Grant Allison Hammond Vera Hirsh Michael Kelly Nancy Lammie Maria Maceno Judy Mills Marilyn Opferman Erin Perez Josie Pichora Jamie Quinn Peggy Raymond Karen Sakowitz Lisa Simpson Joe Skalniak Colleen Sokira Lisa Vogel Audrey Walbert Julie Warmus Joe Yimin
Rev. Victor J. Molka, Jr. Pastor Deacon Thom Mills Deacon Carol Vater Director of Faith Formation Judy Mills Preschool Director Kyle Davies Director of Liturgy and Music Rosemary Rovny Parish Secretary Maryann Wellinger CCD Secretary/Safe Environment Coordinator Laura Dern Youth Minister Monday Thursday Friday taff iecto hoe iecto Rectory Main Line 4128354415 Preschool Extension 8 Religious Education Extension 7 Music Ministry Extension 5 St. Vincent de Paul Society 4128318312 ffice ou 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration Thursday: 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet: 3:00 p.m. Vespers and Benediction 7:00 p.m. Mass Times 4:00 p.m. Saturday Vigil 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Daily Mass Monday - Thursday acaetal foatio Anointing of the Sick or Home Visitation: Please call the Parish Office to inform us of your desire to be anointed or visited. Infant Baptism: Copy of Birth Certificate required. Contact Parish Office to schedule baptism. Marriage: Marriage requires a period of spiritual preparation. An interview with the pastor at least six months before the anticipated wedding is required before a date can be scheduled. Reconciliation: Saturdays from 11:00 a.m.noon. e aihioe Welcome to St. Valentine! We welcome you to our community and parish and thank you for coming and celebrating the Eucharist with us. Please call the Parish Office if you would like to become a member. Families and single adults over age 24 should register. iio tateet We believe that the Eucharist is the heart and source of our parish unity. Called by our baptism and inspired by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to welcome all to live the Good News of Jesus Christ. Through education, spiritual renewal, service and stewardship, we deepen our faith as a Eucharistic people and build our community in love." 2
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The Origin of Ember Days The termember daysrefers to three days set apart for fasting, abstinence, and prayer during each of the four seasons of the year.the purpose of their introduction was to thank God for the gifts of nature, to teach men to make use of them in moderation, and to assist the needy. Ember days (corruption from Lat. Quatuor Tempora, four times) are the days at the beginning of the seasons ordered by the Church as days offastand abstinence. They were definitely arranged and prescribed for the entire Church by Pope Gregory VII (10731085) for the Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday after 13 December (S. Lucia), after Ash Wednesday, after Whitsunday, and after 14 September (Exaltation of the Cross). The purpose of their introduction, besides the general one intended by allprayerand fasting, was to thankgodfor thegiftsof nature, to teach men to make use of them in moderation, and to assist the needy. The Ember Days are penitential, with many references to fasting, but their place in the liturgical calendar gives them distinct characters. As they have come down to us, the Ember Week of Lent, coming early in Lent, intensifies the spirit of Lent. The Ember Week of Christmas, which is more ancient than the Season of Advent, is a preparation for the celebration of Christmas. The Ember Week following Pentecost draws us more intensely into the meaning of Pentecost. The September Ember Week has a particular reference to thanksgiving for the harvest. Our Ember Days: September 19, 21, 22 2018 December 19, 21, 22, 2018 March 13, 15, 16, 2019 June 12, 14, 15, 2019 The 20182019 catechetical theme is Enlisting Witnesses of Jesus Christ. Catechesis is a very special ministry in the Church and it is only fitting that we invite the entire church community to reflect on the responsibly to hand on the faith and be a witness to the Gospel. Those who the Community has designated to serve as catechists will be/are called forth to be commissioned for their ministry. Those working with the CCD Program, Liturgy of the Word with Children/Wee Believers, the Preschool Program, RCIA, VBS and Youth Group are/will be recognized. SAFE ENVIRONMENT POLICY FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS Protecting God s Children Live Sessions 9/17/18 7:0010:00 p.m. St. Teresa of Avila Perrysville 9/19/18 6:309:30 p.m. St. Michael Elizabeth Links to register for both the online and live training sessions are accessible through the diocesan website: Www.diopitt.org. If you take the online training, please register as a new user. Print out your CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION and submit it to the safe environment coordinator. 4
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WEEKDAY MASSES (Starts October 15, 2018) Monday: 7:30 a.m. St. Gabriel 11:30 a.m. St. Valentine Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. St. Germaine 11:30 a.m. St. Gabriel Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. St. Gabriel 11:30 a.m. St. Valentine 7:00 p.m. Nativity Thursday: 8:30 a.m. St. Valentine 9:00 a.m. St. Gabriel (school mass) 7:00 p.m. St. Germaine Friday: 7:30 a.m. St. Gabriel 11:30 a.m. Nativity Saturday: 10:00 a.m. St. Gabriel CONFESSION SCHEDULE Wednesday: Nativity: 6:156:45 p.m. Thursday: St. Germaine: 6:156:45 p.m Saturday: St. Valentine: 11:00 Noon St. Gabriel: 11:00 Noon SUNDAY MASSES (Starts October 20/21, 2018) Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. St. Valentine 5:00 p.m. St. Gabriel Sunday Morning: 7:30 a.m. St. Germaine 9:00 a.m. Nativity 9:00 a.m. St. Gabriel 10:30 a.m. St. Valentine 10:30 a.m. St. Germaine 11:00 a.m. St. Gabriel 4:30 p.m. Nativity St. Val s Men s Retreat Theme: I Have Chosen You (John 15:19) Men s Retreat Group at St. Valentine Parish invites all men to St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center the weekend of September 2123 a Spiritual Spa awaits you there. Nestled on the South Side slopes, St. Paul s Retreat Center is a place that offers the comfort and relaxation of a spa that nourishes the spirit. It is a place where you can rest your body from the stresses of everyday life; reflect on your relationship with God; and revitalizes your soul through fellowship and prayer. For more information, please call Rob Frost at 7248756451. 6
Annual Blessing Of Pets Saturday Morning September 29, 2018 10:00 a.m. In front of Newman House (sorry no rain date available) Catechesis of the Good Shepherd We are religious by nature, and this is most evident in the religious imaginations of our young children. CGS fosters this religious imagination through childdirected activities, handson learning, and collaborative work. In the atrium, the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd learning space, children grow in friendship with the Good Shepherd while exploring miniature mass vessels and vestments, using interactive maps of the Holy Land, and working with dioramas of Jesus parables. The atrium provides children with a quiet, reflective space to ponder our faith, and deepen their relationship with the Good Shepherd. There are several openings for the Tuesday afternoon session. Registration forms upon request by calling 4128354415 Ex. 7. Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults And Children RCIA/RCIC is the process by which adults and children over the age of 8 are received into the Catholic Church. The focus of the program is to instruct adults and children on the beliefs and teachings of the Catholic Church, while furthering their spiritual development. Classes begin very soon; please contact Carol Vater at tvater5@verizon.net or 4125518984 for more information about the process or to arrange for a one on one meeting. Youth Ministry Laura Dern, Director of Youth Ministry 4128354415 ldern@stvals.org This week we will be discussing proper prayer intentions and how we should pray through the intercessions of Saints. Do you know which saints are associated with certain prayer requests? We will see you on Sun., Sept. 16th starting at 6 p.m. in the lower level of the school building. We are always excited to welcome more youth. If you are interested or know someone who might be, inform them of this great opportunity. God Bless and welcome John Michael Rooney son of Christopher and Sara (Murphy) Rooney 7
In a matter of a few weeks Saint Valentine Parish and Fr. Molka will embark on new beginnings. Saint Valentine Parish looks forward to the first days of On Mission that promises to be the first steps into the making of a stronger Catholic presence in Bethel Park/Whitehall. Fr. Molka is also looking forward to taking his first steps in his new ministry as Chaplain to the nursing homes and hospitals in New Castle and northwestern Lawrence County. We invite you to celebrate this occasion. Free Spaghetti Dinner, Saturday, September 22, 2018 following the 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass in Frawley Hall Or Coffee and Donuts, Sunday morning, September 23, 2018 following the 8 :00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. masses in Frawley Hall. All are welcome and bring a friend! Dessert for the Spaghetti dinner will be a Pittsburgh Cookie Table. If you would like to showcase your baking abilities, please call Rita Heberle at 4126082939 to make arrangements for your cookie donations to be dropped off. You may also bring to Frawley Hall Thursday, September 20 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or Friday, September 21 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. MUSIC MINISTRY Kyle Davies, Director of Music Ministry and Liturgy 4128357720 kdavies@stvals.org Contemporary Mass Saturday, September 22 The 4:00 p.m. mass on Saturday, September 22 will feature contemporary music. The music of the mass will be led by musicians of St. Valentine as well as members from the Catherine of Sweden Contemporary Ensemble. If you are interested in adding your talent to the ensemble, either vocally or instrumentally, please contact Kyle Davies 4128357720 or kdavies@stvals.org. Voices of the Spirit Choir Rehearsals have resumed! You may have considered singing with us in the past and now is the best time to join! Rehearsals will be held from 7:008:00p.m. on Tuesday Evenings throughout the fall and spring. The Voices of the Spirit choir sings primarily at the 10:30am Sunday mass. All ages and musical abilities are welcome. We are a friendly, inviting group who enjoys praising our Lord Jesus Christ in song. If interested, please contact Kyle Davies. Rejoice Ringers Handbell Choir Handbell choir rehearsals will resume in September. All ages and abilities are welcome! If you are interested in this music ministry opportunity, please contact Kyle Davies at 4128357720 or kdavies@stvals.org. 8
The CCD Office is looking for Volunteers for TWO MONDAYS A MONTH for the 20182019 School Year. Hours would be from 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. EVERY OTHER WEEK. The program runs from September 17, 2018 until April 22, 2019. All volunteers must have their clearances and be registered in the Diocesan Database for Safe Environment. This is a simple process and can be done online in most cases. Please call the office at 4128353780, Ext. 6 if you can volunteer or have any questions. A traditional Nine Day Novena to St. Therese of the Little Flower will begin on Sunday, September 23, after the 8:00 a.m. mass through her Feast Day on Monday, October 1, 2018. The Novena Prayers will be prayed following mass. The schedule is: Day 1Sunday, Sept. 23 after 8:00 a.m. Mass Day 2 Monday, Sept. 248:30 a.m. Mass Day 3Tuesday, Sept. 258:30 a.m. Mass Day 4Wednesday, Sept. 268:30 a.m. Mass Day 5Thursday, Sept. 278:30 a.m. Mass Day 6Friday, Sept. 288:30 a.m. Mass Day 7Saturday, Sept. 298:30 a.m. Mass Day 8Sunday, Sept.308.00 a.m. Mass Day 9Monday, October 1Closingafter 8:30 a.m. First meeting of the year is this Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in Frawley Hall. Rosary at 6:00 p.m. followed by a short meeting including refreshments. Speaker will be Father John Skirtich. All are welcome to attend. Bethany Ministry The Bethany Ministry visits our parishioners in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Please call the Parish Office if you are aware of parishioners in any of these facilities. Volunteers are always welcome to assist with these visits. Please contact Barbara Bush at 4122154920 or by email at reginaldbush@att.net. 9
Sat./Sun. 9/159/16 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Mon. 9/17 8:30 a.m. Tue. 9/18 8:30 a.m. Wed. 9/19 8:30 a.m. Thur. 9/20 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Sat./Sun. 9/229/23 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. TwentyFourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 50:5-9a, Jas 2:14-18, Mk 8:27-35 +Lawrence & Kenneth O Toole (Alice O Toole) +Jim Toner (Women s Guild) +Deceased McCartan & Nagel Family (Mary Grace McCartan) TwentyFourth Weekday in Ordinary Time 1 Cor 11:-17-26, 33, Lk 7:1-10 +Mary Lachowski (Hess Family) TwentyFourth Weekday in Ordinary Time 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a, Lk 7:11-17 +Kathleen Alko (Mary Ann Martin) TwentyFourth Weekday in Ordinary Time 1 Cor 12:31-13:13, Lk 7:31-35 +Callin (Colleen) Shanosky (Joann & Jeannine) St. Andrew Kim Taegon 1 Cor 15:1-11, Lk 7:36-50 +Charles O Neill (Wife & Children) Adoration Chaplet of the Divine Mercy Benediction & Vespers TwentyFifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Wis 2:12, 17-20, Jas 3:16-4:3, Mk 9:30-37 +Sophie Lewis (Robert Lewis & Family) +Regina Ruzzini (Angelo & Joyce DiNardo) +Linda Weiland (Steve & Ann Marie Schiller & Family) The Sanctuary Lamp The lamp this week burns in memory of : Billy Newcomer by John Kraves 10 Offering: Sept. 89, 2018 Online Giving: $ 2,428.00 Loose Sunday: $ 1,099.00 Sunday Envelope Offertory: $ 7,870.80 Total Gis $ 11,397.80 Weekly Target $ 14,000.00 Difference $ (2,602.20) Bishop's Educaon Fund $ 926.00 2018 Parish Share Online Donaons to Date $ 8,737.50 Envelope Donaons to Date $ 125,550.48 Total Gis $ 134,287.98 Goal $ 205,000.00 Difference $ (70,712.02) Offering: September 12, 2018 Online Giving: $ 1,270.00 Loose Sunday: $ 1,196.36 Sunday Envelope Offertory: $ 8,037.43 Total Gis $ 10,503.79 Weekly Target $ 14,000.00 Difference $ (3,496.21) 2018 Parish Share Online Donaons to Date $ 8,387.50 Envelope Donaons to Date $124,740.98 Total Gis $133,128.48 Goal $205,000.00 Difference $ (71,871.52) Please patronize our bulletin sponsor, True Value. Sponsors like them and the ones listed on the back page help make our bulletins possible. This is the best way we can say. Thank You!
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