May 1 2016 - St Bernadette Church

Saint Bernadette Parish
245 Azalea Drive • Monroeville, PA 15146May 1, 2016
6th Sunday of Easter
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil: 5:00 PM
Sundays: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM ( Children’s Liturgy of The Word),
12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM
Daily:
Monday - 9:30 AM, 7:00 PM
Tuesdays & Thursdays - 7:15 AM
PARISH PHONES
Parish Office .................................................................................................................412.373.0050
Religious Education Office..............................................................................412.373.1797
School Office................................................................................................................412.372.7255
Lourdes Center...........................................................................................................412.843.0668
Convent............................................................................................................................412.372.7263
Parish Office Fax.......................................................................................................412.374.8113
School Office Fax.....................................................................................................412.372.7649
Parish Office Email...............................................................parishoffice@stbrnadet.org
School Office Email............................................................schooloffice@stbrnadet.org
Bulletin Announcements........................................................ [email protected]
Bulletin announcements and flyers due by Noon on
Mondays.
Parish Website www.stbrnadet.org
PRAYER CHAIN: Call Mercedes at 724.327.5450
Pastoral Council Email: [email protected]
PARISH STAFF
Rev. Anthony Gargotta, Pastor
[email protected]
Deacon Michael W. Kelly
[email protected]
Rev. John Forbidussi, Hospital Chaplain
In Residence
Mr. Jerry Brandl, Business Manager
[email protected]
Mrs. Marlene V. Kopper, Director of Religious Education
[email protected]
Sr. Carol Arch, C.S.J., Elementary School Principal
[email protected]
Ms. Lauren Gates, Youth Minister
[email protected]
Mr. Joshua Bandish, Director of Music Ministries
[email protected]
Mrs. Jane Bobich. Parish Office Secretary
[email protected]
Mrs. Sandy Palmieri, Sacramental Department
[email protected]
Mrs. Cathy Cowan, Bulletin Editor
[email protected]
Mrs. Francine Pochciol, School Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Mr. Tim Jacob, Maintenance Supervisor
[email protected]
Devotions:
Mondays: Morning Prayer and Rosary - 8:45 AM
Adoration - 10 AM - 7:00 PM (6:30 - 7:00 will include
rosary and novena prayers) - Confessions 6:00—6:45 PM
7:00 PM Mass
Tuesdays: Morning Prayer - 9:30 AM
Wednesdays: Morning Prayer and Rosary - 8:45 AM
Thursdays: Morning Prayer - 9:30 AM
Fridays: Morning Prayer and Rosary - 8:45 AM
First Saturdays: Adoration - following 8:30 AM Mass including
First Saturday Fatima Devotions.
Schedule subject to change on certain holidays. Please check schedule inside
bulletin each week.
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
We of St. Bernadette Parish, are a
Eucharistic Community, created by the
Father, nourished by the Lord and led
by the Holy Spirit. We are to be the
eyes, ears, hands and heart of Christ,
living by His example, sharing the Good
News in Word and deed.
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE: Saturday: After the 8:30 AM Mass. Monday: 6:00—6:45 PM.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Baptisms are celebrated every second and fourth Sunday of the month at 1:15 PM. Pre-Baptismal
Seminar—The third Monday of every month at 7:00 PM. Please call the Parish Office to reserve dates for both the Pre-Baptismal
Seminar and your child’s Baptism.
RCIA PROCESS/SACRAMENTS OF INITIATION FOR ADULTS: Inquiry Sessions for those interested in becoming Catholic are held
weekly. Call the Parish Office for more information.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Weddings should be arranged at least six months prior to the anticipated date. Call the Parish Office
to make an appointment to assist you in beginning this sacrament.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: First Sunday of each Month after every Mass. .
BLESSING OF EXPECTANT PARENTS: Third Sunday of each Month after every Mass. .
6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
When someone we love passes from the earth, it is a very hard and sad time. Nothing said or done can really take that pain away.
Sometimes we get confused as to why they had to pass from this life. Sometimes we even allow it to shake our Faith. Today’s Gospel is
very comforting. Jesus begins by explaining that the Father and Jesus Himself will come and make their dwelling with us. He also speaks
of the Holy Spirit being in us as He continues His discussion. Then Jesus says something incredible, “I am going away….. if you loved
me, you would rejoice that I am going to the Father.” If we put all these thoughts together, Jesus is explaining that, in Faith, He and the
Father and the Holy Spirit are one with us. He is already one with the Father and He wants His disciples to rejoice that He is going home
to the Father. If we truly believe in all that Jesus teaches us, then we too should rejoice for our loved ones as they enter into that
oneness with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit forever. Yes we are sad for ourselves, but in Faith we must rejoice for them.
May Crowning If you have ever been to Our May Crowning, you know it is simply the most beautiful celebration of Mary as Queen.
Mrs. Prestogeorge, Josh Bandish and the children work very hard to make this a special devotion to honor Mary. It is so important for us
to honor our Mary as our Queen. Please join the children and come to the May Crowning today at 1:15PM.
Holy Day of Obligation – this Thursday, May 5, is Ascension Thursday. Masses are Wednesday evening at 7:00PM, Thursday at
7:15AM, 9:30AM, 12:00Noon, and 7:00PM.
NEW Parish Office Hours I am sure we are all aware that the Eucharist is the Center of our Life. In order to ensure total devotion and
respect to Our Lord In the Eucharist, the office will not be open during weekday morning Masses. This will ensure that if we are on
campus between 9:30-10:00AM on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, our attention will be directed only towards the Eucharist. Even if
you see someone in the office during this time, the door will be locked and no business will be attended to.
The New Hours are:
Monday and Wednesday 10:00AM – 7:00PM
Tuesday and Thursday 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Friday 10:00AM – 1:00PM
St. Sharbel Relics at Our Lady of Victory Church -- a two-day ritual of devotion to St. Sharbel, the Lebanese saint whose miracles
continue to astound the world. First-class relics of the saint, which have been traveling throughout the world, will arrive at the church on
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 and remain until Friday, May 20, 2016. Various devotions will take place at the Church at 1000 Lindsay Road
in Carnegie. For more information contact Our Lady Of Victory Church at 412. 278.0841 or www.olovpittsburgh.org.
Preparation for Pentecost. The nine days between Ascension and Pentecost was the first novena of the Church. Jesus told the
apostles and disciples to pray for the Spirit. The following is one of many novenas that can be prayed in preparation of Pentecost.
Pentecost Novena (May 6-14) Come, Holy Spirit, come, and from your celestial home shed a ray of light divine. Come, Father of the
poor, Come, source of all our store. Come, within our bosoms shine. You, of comforters best; You the soul's most welcome guest. Sweet
refreshment here below. In our labor, rest most sweet; Grateful coolness in the heat; Solace in the midst of woe. O most Blessed Light
Divine, shine within these hearts of thine, and our inmost being fill. Where you are not, man has naught. Nothing good in deed or thought
Nothing free from taint of ill. Heal our wounds, our strength renew; On our dryness pour your dew; Wash the stains of guilt away. Bend
the stubborn heart and will. Melt the frozen, warm the chill. Guide the steps that go astray. On the faithful, who adore. And confess you,
evermore. In Your sev'nfold gift descend. Give us virtue's sure reward. Give us your salvation, Lord. Give us joys that never end. Amen.
Alleluia.
Prayer for the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit Blessed Spirit of Wisdom, help me to seek God. Make Him the center of my life and order
my life to Him, so Blessed Spirit of Understanding, enlighten my mind, that I may know and love the truths of faith and make them truly
my own. Blessed Spirit of Counsel, enlighten and guide me in all my ways, that I may always know and do Your holy Will. Make me
prudent and courageous. Blessed Spirit of Fortitude, uphold my soul in every time of trouble or adversity. Make me loyal and confident.
Blessed Spirit of Knowledge, help me to know good from evil. Teach me to do what is right in the sight of God. Give me clear vision and
firmness in decision. Blessed Spirit of Piety, possess my heart, incline it to a true faith in You, to a holy love of You, my God, that with my
whole soul I may seek You, Who are my Father, and find You, my best, my truest joy. Blessed Spirit of Holy Fear, penetrate my inmost
heart that I may ever be mindful of Your presence. Make me fly from sin, and give me intense reverence for God and for my fellow men
who are made in God’s image.
Pentecost Prayer: Spirit of Christ, stir me; Spirit of Christ, move me; Spirit of Christ, fill me; Spirit of Christ, seal me. Consecrate in me
Your Heart and Will, O Heavenly Father. Create in me a fountain of virtues. Seal my soul as Your own, that Your reflection in me may be
a light for all to see. Amen.
Peace of Christ,
Fr. Tony
ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
MONROEVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA
ADORATION
“ ….we call this food Eucharist, and no one may take part in it
unless he believes that what we teach is true, has received
baptism for the forgiveness of sins and new birth, and lives in
keeping with what Christ taught.”
Catechism # 1355
Join us on Mondays before Jesus in the Monstrance,
10:00AM to 7:00PM.
Watch with Me.
BAPTIZED INTO THE LORD
Jacob Anthony Kulik
Son of Jared Charles and Christina (Cure) Kulik
Giulia Jade DelVecchio
Daughter of Thomas DelVecchio and Christina (Cure) Kulik
Alana Ilys Giardina
Daughter of James William and Stacy Ann (Ribich) Giardina
Elliette Rose Turner
Daughter of Brian Scott and Ashley Ann (Thimons) Turner
Evelyn Agnes Kelly
Daughter of Erik Allen and Lucy Marlane (McClure) Kelly
COMFORT QUILT MINISTRY
Tuesday, May 3, at 11:00AM in Biedenbach Hall.
Please join us to see how you can help in this ministry. When we
meet we assemble the squares into attractive quilts. Then we
have wonderful people sew them together for the finished quilts
you see in the Church. For information, please call Laura
at 724.325.3523 or Joan at 412.372.1488.
WELCOME TO ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
So that we might better serve your needs, if any of the
situations below apply to you, please fill out this form and
drop it in the collection basket or mail it to the Parish
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May 1, 2016
ENJOY A MEAL AT ESTA ESTA RESTAURANT AND BENEFIT
ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
May 7, 2016, twenty per cent (20%) of your bill will be
donated to St. Bernadette parish. All you need to do is
to tell the server that you want to participate in the St.
Bernadette First Saturday of the Month fundraiser.
Reservations are recommended 412.372.4414.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL OF
Edwin J. Snyder
Father of Edwin J. (Jolene) Snyder Jr., Arlene (Rev. Marvin)
Barney, James (Debbie) Snyder, Susan (Thomas) Walters, Daniel
(Lisa) Snyder and the late Joseph Snyder
Ethel M. Spinello
Mother of Maria Bafuma, Grandmother of Michele Puzzanchera
Central Catholic High School proudly announces that the
following young men from our parish have achieved honor roll
status for the third quarter, 2015-2016 this year:
High Honor: Natoli Farber, Domenic Greco &Timothy Leisenring
Honor: Eugene Alfred Apaga, Benjamin DeSabato, Santino
Givens, Jacob Holleran, Jacob Kingerski, Jack Wiggins & Tyler
Zeik
Congratulations!!
NEW FELLOWSHIP GROUP
Are you a Senior, according to AARP? Would you
like to socialize, eat and meet new people? Come to
a Potluck lunch on Thursday, May 19 in Biedenbach
Hall from 11:00AM-1:00PM. Bring a food you would
like to share. Your friends are also welcome.
WEEKLY SUPPORT GROUPS
Serenity support group is for individuals who are experiencing
grief due to loss of loved one, job, health, etc., experiencing
depression, or anxiety. This group helps individuals learn how to
work through the stages of grief and/or managing depression or
anxiety.
Wednesdays from 4:30 – 5:30PM weekly
Just for Today support group is for individuals who have a loved
one who is struggling with an addiction/alcoholism. This group
helps individuals learn the disease concept, establish healthy
boundaries, and relate to others who are experiencing similar
issues.
Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:30PM weekly
Healing & Recovery support group is for individuals who have
been sober for a minimum 30 days or more and desire to foster
long term recovery. This maintenance treatment group
encourages individuals to develop effective coping mechanisms,
foster healthy relationships, and long term sobriety.
Tuesdays from 6:00 – 7:30PM weekly
The available groups are warm, uplifting, and positive. They are
facilitated by a qualified Catholic Therapist and provide emotional
support while enriching spirituality. Registration is necessary
prior to attendance. Please contact Grace Wagner Licensed
Professional Counselor at 412.352.6634 for potential
registration.
Psychologytoday.com
6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION
Mass
Wed. May 4, 7:00PM
Lector
Commentator
Altar Servers
S. Palmieri
M. Chapkis
S. Brian, R. & A. Dzuban
Thur. May 5, 7:15AM
Volunteer
Volunteer
Adult Server
Thur. May 5, 9:30AM
School
School
School Servers
Thur. May 5, 12Noon
Volunteer
Volunteer
Adult Server
Thur. May 5, 7:00PM
B. Bafuma
M. Stevens
L. Brown, A. Brandon, N. Vovaris
ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
MONROEVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA
WINNERS UPDATE
250 Club Winner
4/16 #048 Denise Bell
4/23 #374 Bethany Thomas
Grocery/Gasoline cert. sold:……...…..……. ...$ 6,545
Profit:………...…………..…………….….…...….$ 327
THANKS
We sell certificates for Giant Eagle, Shop ‘n Save, Labriola’s,
McGinnis Sister’s and Community Market. Please consider using
grocery certificates when shopping at these stores. Thanks for
your help!!!
Next M.C.C. Liturgy is Wednesday, June 1 at 1:00PM.
Intentions due by Wednesday, May 25
Please respond to the school office
Kudos to the many parishioners and school families who
supported our “Year to Remember” Gala last weekend. Special
thanks to the great committee who put the evening together and
to all who bid on and won treasures. We appreciate your
wonderful support for our school. Mark your calendar for next
years’ event on 4/29/2017.
SCHOOL REGISTRATION—Registration is now open to any
family who may be interested in receiving a faith-filled, valuecentered, quality education for your child. Please feel free to
call the School Office at 412.372.7255 to schedule a personal
tour or request tuition information. We provide a 3 year old half
day and 4 year old half or full day preschool program in
addition to our full day kindergarten through grade 8 program.
An Extended Day Program is also available for parents who
work outside the home. Financial aid is available for qualifying
families.
Copies of your child’s birth certificate and baptismal certificate
are needed for registration. We welcome the opportunity to
meet with you!
The collection box for the Box Tops for Education at the back of
church has been moved!!! The larger collection box is on your left
as you enter the church vestibule. Clipping box tops is a great
way for the school to earn cash. Are you a box top Member?
Sign up at www.BTFE.com to stay updated on the school’s
earnings, and a full list of Participating products. Members also
receive coupons, recipes, and extra ways for the school to earn
cash. Thank you to all who have helped us in the past, and we
look forward to your continued support!!!
May 1, 2016
RAFFLE TICKETS
The Sisters of St. Joseph will sell raffle tickets the weekend
of May 7 and 8 as part of the Sisters of St. Joseph Auxiliary’s
54th Annual Spring Luncheon event, which benefits the Sisters
and their ministries. Raffle tickets are $10.00 each, but they
contain two Pick 4 Numbers on each ticket. Winners are based
on the PA Pick Four 7:00 pm Number. A total of $5,000 will be
raffled the week of May 14-18. The Sisters are very grateful for
your support of this significant fundraiser.
PILGRIMAGE to Saint Anthony Chapel,
Troy Hill, Sunday, May 22, 2016.
The Chapel has been designated as another site in the Diocese to
gain the Plenary Indulgence for the Year of Mercy, in addition to
the Holy Door at the Cathedral. The Chapel houses 5,000
authentic relics of Saints and is the second largest collection
outside of the Vatican. In addition to the relics, the Chapel houses
life size stations of the Cross, hand carved from wood. There is
only one other set like it in the World (St. Patrick’s, Erie), and they
are not identical.
2:15 Visit the museum and gift shop.
3:00 Tour the Chapel.
Transportation by Carpool: Dee Gallagher, 412-628-7132
Committee requests a $3 donation for upkeep of the chapel.
Note: A Parish Mass with the Anointing of the Sick is scheduled
for the Chapel at 1:00 PM, which prevents us from getting in
the Chapel earlier.
Sisters of St. Joseph Auxiliary Spring Luncheon Benefit
May 14
The Sisters of St. Joseph Auxiliary will hold its 54th Annual Spring
Luncheon Benefit on Saturday, May 14, 2016, at the Double Tree
by Hilton in Mars, PA, from 11 :00AM to 3:00PM. It is a fun day of
friendship, memories, raffles and a delicious lunch. Cost is $32
per person. Proceeds benefit the Sisters and their ministries.
Tickets are available online at www.bit.ly/SpringLuncheon2016.
Reservation deadline is April 30. If you’re unable to join us,
please consider supporting this event as a program book patron
or by donating a raffle basket item. For more information, contact
Christina Thornburg at 724.869.6574 or [email protected].
ABUSE HOTLINE: 800.932.0313
DioPitt VICTIMS ASSISTANCE 412.456.3060
THE UNBOUND MINISTRY
On Saturday, May 7, there will be an Unbound: Freedom in
Christ Seminar at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center in
Pittsburgh from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. This Seminar offers the
teaching of Heart of the Father Ministry founded by Neal and
Janet Lozano. (www.heartofthefather.com) Their 5 Keys to
Freedom offers a model of healing which helps people overcome
wounds and sins of the past that keep them bound and feeling
helpless. Each key incorporates practical direction on how to
respond to the grace that sets us free. The cost of registration is
$50.00 which includes lunch. For more information contact:
[email protected] or 412.551.4843 (10AM – 8PM)
6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Liturgies For The Week
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
5:00— Vigil Mass—Henry Ihrig—Kay & Family
8:00— Macaluso & Zezza Families—Family
10:00— 50th Anniversary, Charles & Bernice—Charles &
Christine
(Children’s Liturgy of the Word)
12:00— Regis Reinersmann—Debbie, Nicole, Jessica &
Marshall
(Contemporary Choir)
1:15— May Crowning
7:00— Welfare of St. Bernadette Parishioners
MONDAY —St. Athanasius
8:45— Morning Prayer
9:30— Enzio Franchi—Barbara & Willard Connor
10:00—7:00— ADORATION
7:00— Carol Verve—Tootsie Zavada
TUESDAY —SS. Philip and James
7:15— Tom & Bill Clark—Jim & Mary Lou
8:45— Morning Prayer
WEDNESDAY —Easter Weekday
7:15— Michael Mariotti—Phil
8:45— Morning Prayer
9:30— Sylvia Russo—Richard & Sandee Yeager
7:00— Vigil of Ascension
(Parish Choir)
THURSDAY —THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
7:15— Thanksgiving to St. Jude—Mendozas
8:45— Morning Prayer
9:30— Spiritual Guidance—Ann Skariya
(Children’s Choir)
12:00— Butch Fitzwilliams—Evalyn & Shannon
7:00— Joann Kirk—Evalyn & Shannon
FRIDAY —Easter Weekday
7:15— Welfare of Cole Kovach—Mother
8:45— Morning Prayer
9:30— Joseph D. D’Agostino—Mom & Dad
SATURDAY —Easter Weekday
8:30— Thaner Family—Rafferty Family
3:00— Wedding of Alicia Kiernan and Christopher Diana
5:00— Andrew Grego—Raymond
SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
8:00— Frances Mascaro & Anna Petsche—Petsche Family
10:00— Welfare of Michelle Lukas—Mom & Dad
(Children’s Liturgy of the Word)
(Parish Choir)
12:00— Welfare of St. Bernadette Parishioners
7:00— Larry Lucas—Wife, Michele
Eucharistic Ministers
The Week Ahead
Sunday 5/01
After all Masses
1:15PM
Monday 5/02
7:30PM
7:30PM
7:30PM
Tuesday 5/03
10AM
11AM
6:30AM
Wednesday 5/04 4:30PM
6PM
7PM
Thursday 5/05
6:15PM
Friday 5/06
10:15AM
Saturday 5/07
7:15AM
10AM
After all Masses
Sunday 5/08
AR=Art Room
BMR=Borchick Mtg Room
LC=Lourdes Center
RC=Rectory Conf. Room
Mission Trip Appeal
May Crowning
Sr. High Youth Group
Christlife Facilitators
Women's Bible Study
Tai Chi
Comfort Quilt
Signing Class
Serenity
Spititual Recovery
Christlife Series
Mass-YAD I.D. 916
Lectio Divina
CMF
Christlife Retreat
Collection for Sr. of St. Joseph
BH=Biedenbach Hall
CH=Church
LCG=Lourdes Center Gym
SCH=School
CH
CH
BH
BR
SL
BH
BH
AR
RC
RC
LC
BH
CH
RC
LC
CH
BR=Bride’s Room
CR=Choir Room
MR=Music Room
SL=School Library
BANNS OF M ARRIAGE
III Alicia Kiernan and Christopher Diana
II Katherine Bigos and Marc Cordisco
I Katherine Safar and Josh Weitzel
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Readings for the Week of May 1, 2016
Acts 15:1-2, 22-29; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8;
Rv 21:10-14, 22-23; Jn 14:23-29
Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a, 9b;
Jn 15:26—16:4a
1 Cor 15:1-8; Ps 19:2-3, 4-5; Jn 14:6-14
Acts 17:15, 22—18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14;
Jn 16:12-15
Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9;
Eph 1:17-23 or Heb 9:24-28, 10:19-23;
Lk 24:46-53
Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-3, 4-5, 6-7; Jn 16:20-23
Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-9, 10; Jn 16:23b-28
Acts 7:55-60; Ps 97:1-2, 6-7, 9;
Rv 22:12-14, 16-17, 20; Jun 17:20-26
Lector
Commentator
Altar Servers
L. MacMurchy
M.F. Thorn
S. Esswein, B. Boerner
MASS
5:00 PM
May 7
M. Whalen, L. Biel, C. Gurski, J. Gurski,
T. Fiore
8:00 AM
May 8
J. Yakim, L. Hajdukiewicz, D. Clark,
C. Bossart, L. Sepp, P. Larkin
E. Almeter
B. Bafuma
W. Kromka, T. Stephens
10:00 AM
May 8
M.K. Mariotti, F. Steve, E. McDermott,
J. Hildum, A. Matthews, A. Cooley
L. Lynskey
M. Chapkis
R. Bozicevic, A. & C. German
12 Noon
May 8
B. Colcombe, T. Colcombe, P. Coddington,
W. Ritter, L. Flora, L. Scott, M. Marie
L. Valentine
J. Webster
L. Brown, A. Brandon, N. Vovaris
7:00 PM
May 8
P. Rogus, R. Rogus, D. Marney, S. Dilorio,
J. Vossen
F. Randazza
L. Mears
J. Daum, P. Reynolds, M. Scarpino