Sixth Sunday of Easter
April 27, 2008
“I will ask the Father,
and he will give you… the spirit of truth”
—John 14:16—17
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
| Monday: | Acts 16:11-15; Jn 15:26 -- 16:4a |
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| Tuesday: | Acts 16:22-34; Jn 16:5-11 |
| Wednesday: | Acts 17:15, 22 -- 18:1; Jn 16:12-15 |
| Thursday: | Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 Acts 18:1-8; |
| Friday: | Is 52:13 — 53:12; Ps 31; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; Jn 18:1 — 19:42 |
| Saturday: | 1 Cor 15:1-8; Jn 14:6-14 |
| Sunday: | Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Ps 118; Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20:1-9 or Mt 28:1-10 |
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
| Sunday: | Sixth Sunday of Easter |
|---|---|
| Monday: | St. Louis Mary de Montfort; St. Peter Chanel |
| Tuesday: | St. Catherine of Siena |
| Wednesday: | St. Pius V |
| Thursday: | The Ascension of the Lord St. Joseph the Worker; May Day |
| Friday: | St. Athanasius; First Friday; Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Memorial Day) |
| Saturday: | Ss. Philip and James; First Saturday |
TODAY'S READINGS
First Reading — The people of Samaria accepted the word of God preached by Philip (Acts 8:5-8, 14-17).
Psalm — Let all the earth cry out to God with joy (Psalm 66)
Second Reading — Act with gentleness and reverence toward all, so that when you are maligned those who defame you will be the ones put to shame (1 Peter 3:15-18) or 1 Peter 4:13-16.
Gospel — I will not leave you orphans, but will come to you (John 14:15-21) or John 17:1-11a.
Parish Prayer List
Please remember in your prayers the following, that God continues to heal and strengthen them.
Michael Anderson, Theresa Barton, Wanda Bilec, Herbert Boehm, Leo J. Bridge Jr., Lee Curley, Lora Davis, Willard John Daugherty, Davis, Joan Dedo, John Deffenbaugh, Vic DeMuzio, Mark Dunn, James Evans, Betty Evans, Elmer Falcsik, Katherine Ferrando, Harry Hacharian, Roseann Hanna, Charles Heasley, Jimmy Holland, Michael Hollis, Joshua Huwalt, Mark Janczewski, Bill Jollie, Gary Kline, Constance Kovacic, Marie Kovacik, Mary Knoll, Diane Krnaich, Brandon Lewis, Jan Malone, Frances Nosich, Robert Och, Tom O’Connor, Rod Oliverio, Irene Passarello, Karen Piper, Annette Rae, Pam Raffale, Gregg Rosgone, Cindy Sickley, Shellie Stein, Lee Ann Sturgin, Bernie Taylor, Helen Thompson, George Totin, Leah and Luke Williams, Theresa Zihmer.
Please remember in your prayers the following, that God continues to heal and strengthen them.
Confirmation and First Holy Communion
We congratulate and pray for God’s blessings for the following children who received the sacraments of Confirmation and Communion last Sunday: Zachery Andzelik, Taylor Baker, Tyler Barry, Karsen Cervi, Natalie Durmis, Marissa Farabaugh, Breanna Ford, Ryan Fucich, Jarrod Hernandez, Tyler Hines, Matthew Kevicki, Zackery Kocak, and Tyler Kramer.
Rest In Peace
Home with the Lord, in the spirit of Christian Charity, your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of parishioners John J. Daugherty, Helen Edukas and Anthony Brett, as well as Mag Neff, mother of parishioner Jamie Knaresborough and sister of parishioner Ed Merkovsky, who passed away last week. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, rest in peace.
The Ascension of the Lord
This Thursday, May 1st, is the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord and a holy day of obligation. Below is the schedule of masses in the region.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Vigil 4:30PM and 8:00AM
Immaculate Conception: Vigil 7:00PM and 8:00AM, 12 Noon and 7:00PM
St. Agnes: Vigil 6:30PM and 7:00AM and 6:30PM
Parish Office Closed
The parish office will be closed Thursday, May 1st, in observance of the Ascension of the Lord and will reopen Friday May 2nd.
Springtime
It is always springtime in the heart that loves God.
—St. John Vianney
Stewardship of Treasure
| Date | Offertory | Needed | Over/Under +/- |
| April 119/20 | $7,016.06 | $11,308.00 | -$4,291.94 |
| Fiscal Year | $354,502.12 | $486,194.00 | -$131,691.88 |
Young Voices News
Rehearsal is this Tuesday, April 29, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Be sure to read your email letter regarding our end-of-year celebration!
Diocese Lenten Appeal
JUST A REMINDER !!! Please return your Diocesan Lenten Appeal Cards … you may drop them in the collection basket, bring them to the office or mail them. We have received 393 pledges totaling $45,685.00 toward our goal of $60,000.00. Please remember all funds received above our diocesan goal will be returned to our church. New deadline is May 5th. Thank You.
Trip to Loretto (Parishioners Welcome)
The YCL group is going to Loretto, PA, to see the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel, the Tomb and Chapel of Prince Galitzen, and the Shrine of Our Lady of the Alleghenies. The trip is planned for Saturday, May 3, 2008 with the Butler Motor Coach leaving from Mack Hall at 9:00 A.M. We have seats (28) available for any parishioners who would like to visit and see the missionary work of "Prince Galitzen, the Apostle of the Alleghenies." The cost is $15.00 per person (checks payable to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton)---we will stop on the way home for a fast food lunch. We should return to Mack Hall by 4:00 P.M. Please contact Sister Charlene at 724-864-6364 or email cozanick@dioceseofgreensburg.org by May 1, 2008.
That Man is You - Next Up
As we have concluded our spring session we are going to try & meet one Saturday a month throughout the summer. We are trying to line up some guest speakers to come in and give talks about different subjects. With that said our first speaker will be Saturday, May 10. Fr. Larry Kulik our vocations director for the Diocese, will be here to talk on how we need to keep praying for vocations, fostering vocations within our homes and our Diocese and how the shortage of priests is going to affect our liturgies. We would like to see you at Immaculate Conception’s Our Lady’s Plaza on May 10th at 6:30 AM . The talk should be over by 7:45 AM. Coffee and donuts will be served.
Mary’s GardenMary’s Garden is a beautiful tribute to Mary and a wonderful way to honor loved ones. There are Mary’s Gardens all across the country and special guidelines have been set up as to the flowers and types of plants that should be included. All flowers planted have a special connection to Mary. We ask all parishioners Please Do Not Plant or Add Anything to Mary’s Garden. If you would like something planted please contact Mary Jane Henry at 412-751-6283 to see if it is on the approval list. Anything placed in the Garden without approval will be removed. Thank you for your cooperation.
Weekend Retreat... Friday, May 2nd through
Sunday, May 4th!!! Sign-ups for attending the NET Retreat weekend are now and need to be in ASAP!!! You need to email Jeff Cieslewicz at chez01@verizon.net , for more details and/or to sign-up.Attention Young Adults
There is a Summer Mission Trip opportunity coming up the week of June 15th to Philadelphia (for those ages 18 and over), to work with Fr. Kevin at the Sarnelli House. We will be working along side Fr. Kevin volunteering with the Homeless Street Ministry and the Soup Kitchen. If you are interested and would like to get more details, please contact Judy Kunes by email at judykunes@comcast.net or by phone at (724)640- 6577. Contact Judy by no later than Saturday, May 10th to reserve a spot ... cost will be minimal.
May Crowning
The parish will be honoring Our Blessed Lady with a May Crowning on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 12:15 P.M. The Rosary will be recited in Church. Then the children in the 2nd Grade, will lead us in procession outside to "Mary's Garden" (weather permitting). Come and join the May Court, the Court Royale, our May Princes and Princess, as we honor Mary, Queen of heaven and earth.
Fish Fry
All totals are in, all bills paid and overstock returned. We are proud to say that with two weeks of not so great weather, we have a profit of $12,208.89 from our famous Fish Fry. Thank you to everyone who has given his or her time and talent to this fundraiser.
Cathedral Music Series presents Center City Brass Quintet
The Diocese of Greensburg Cathedral Music Series, “ Sounds from a Sacred Space," concludes its 2007-2008 season with the Center City Brass Quintet performing in concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, 2008.
Blood Drive
Central Blood Bank, Stewartsville Lions and Hartford Heights Fire Company are sponsoring a Bone Marrow Typing & Replenishment drive for Joe Muskovac, brother of Nick, a Lion and member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Joe has myelogenous leukemia. He has had transfusions and chemotherapy. The drive will be held Monday, May 12, from 1:00PM to 7:00PM at the Hartford Heights Fire Hall. If you can give please call 412-751-4308 to register.
Applications for Kinsey Scholarship
All completed applications must returned to the Immaculate Conception parish office no later than May 1.
Angel Corner
Queen of Angels Catholic School Thanks to a generous donor, a beautiful big screen TV was recently installed in our school library. Because of this donation our students were able to participate in the Mass with the Pope in Washington DC last week. We are grateful to our supporters, parishioners, and our friends of Queen of Angels Catholic School. Please know you are in our prayers.
LITURGICAL MINISTERS
May 3 and 4
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Eucharist
6:00PM - M. Funk, M. Kukta, J. McNamara, R. Vojtas B. Pokrywka, B. Shuker, J. Shuker
8:30AM - R. Yeager, J. Barkac, G. Butler, J. Butler, D. Dineen, J. Ebbitt, G. Katko
11:00AM - M. Huss, P. Kapfer, R. Sweeney, R. Adams, A. Blon, L. Crookston, B. Delaney
Lectors
6:30PM - Valerie Sabo
8:30AM - Jessica Ann Yacko
11:00AM - Marie Huss
Altar Servers
6:30PM - Hunter Wilson and Coulter Brandon
8:30PM - Jessica Yacko and Trevor Anselmino
11:00PM - Andr ew E gan and Daniel Egan
Greeters
6:00PM - P. Vorkapich and P. Swanson
8:30AM - Galket
11:00AM - D. Dillman and L. Crookston
Children’s Liturgists
6:00PM - Valerie Sabo
8:30AM - Stephanie Scavnicky
11:00AM - Cathy Feryus
Oldies Dance at St. Edward Parish
St. Edward Parish in Herminie will sponsor an Oldies Dance with DJ Jeff Allen on May 3, 2008 from 8PM - Midnight. Admission is $10 per person in advance which includes Pop/ Beer/Pretzels/Chips. This is a BYOB & BYO Snacks. Great door prizes, 50/50 drawing. Must be 21 years of age for entry. For information and registration, call Tony Turchetta at 724- 864-2086. Ticket will be $12 at the door.
St. Edward Golf Outing
St. Edward Parish in Herminie will sponsor a Golf Outing (a 4- person Scramble) on Friday, May 16, 2008 at The Madison Club. Shotgun start begins at 9:00AM. Cost is $75 per person or $300 per foursome, which includes golf, cart, continental breakfast, hearty lunch at the church hall and a chance to win skill prizes and team awards. Hole-In-One prize is sponsored by Cochran Subaru of Monroeville. Register early, a limit of 128 golfers. For information or registration, please call Fred Bence at 724-787-3944 or the church office at 724-446-5197.
Trip to Guadalupe Mexico
Travel to Guadalupe Mexico with Fr. Rick Kosisko and Msgr. Ed McCullough on July 22-27, 2008, and experience one of the greatest miracles of all times at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe and other points of interest. Call Fr. Emil Payer at 724-548-7649 for reservations and trip details.
| Monday, April 28 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Young Ringers | 6:00 PM | Choir Room |
| Seton Ringers | 7:00 PM | Choir Room |
| Tuesday, April 29 | ||
| Young Voices | 6:30 PM | Church |
| Wednesday, April 30 | ||
| St. Gergory Choir | 7:00 PM | Choir Room |
| Thursday, May 1 | ||
| Girl & Brownie Scout | 6:00 PM | Mack Hall |
Monday, April 28
8:00AM - Lori Swiecz (Mike and Vicki Nolan)
Tuesday, April 29
8:00AM - Theresa Barton (Eleanor Plank)
Wednesday, April 30
8:00AM - Husband Albert and Son Timothy (Wife and Mother Theresa Zihmer)
4:30PM (Vigil) - Josephine J. Eastman (Family and Friends)
Thursday, May 1
8:00AM - Christine Gmutza (Paul & Ida Braddock)
Friday, May 2
8:00AM - Josephine and Werner Schwenk (Family)
Saturday, May 3
6:00PM - Peg Stankosky (Patti and Chuck Sasse)
Sunday, May 4
8:30AM - Thelma Skowronski (Husband Steve)
11:00AM - Father McGuire (Betty and Jean)
People of Hope
Throughout this Easter season the readings have drawn us into the experience of the early church. We have tasted the excitement and zeal of the first Christians. Now, with them, we listen to the words of Saint Peter, who reminds us that when people notice that we are people of hope, we should be ready to explain why. This challenges us. Do others even notice that we are people of hope? In a world often marked by cynicism and hopelessness, do we stand out as people who offer hope and reassurance to others? In today’s Gospel Jesus promises that when he leaves the earth he will not leave us orphaned. Today he promises to send his Advocate, the Spirit of truth who will be with us always. Let us acknowledge the presence of the Holy Spirit and ask the Spirit to make us people of hope.
Mass schedule
Saturday 6:00 PM
Sunday 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM
Confessions
Saturday 11:00 AM.
Baptism
Please call the office to schedule. Parishioners planning to have their child Baptized are required to attend a Baptismal Preparation Class.
Second Sunday during Mass. Forth Sunday after Mass.
Weddings
Arrangements should be made at least 1 year in advance. Please call parish office.
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