Church of St - St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin

Church of St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin
5200 Greenridge Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust
“We are a Roman Catholic community of involved individuals and families who,
through the spirit of tithing, dedicate ourselves to growing in faith and sharing Christ with others.”
Fr. John R. Haney,
Administrator
Fr. Kenneth A. Sparks,
Parochial Vicar
Rectory: 412-881-8115
Fax: 412-440-0160
[email protected]
http://www.stgabespgh.org/
Baptisms: Call Rectory to
schedule
Confessions: Saturday: 12 N
to 1 pm and as
requested after
weekday Masses
Barbara Sawyer,
School Principal
412-882-3353 (O)
Suzan Slezak,
Preschool Director
412-881-8358 (H)
412-292-6108 (C)
Carol Vater,
CCD Program Coordinator
412-881-7950 (O)
412-882-6561 (H)
Carol Froehlich,
Music Director
412-650-7390 (H)
Today is Sunday, September 15th
THE TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Tithing helps people to develop and share gifts we have
received in abundance, that we may serve God and others in a
way that pleases God. “Well done, my good and faithful
servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you
greater responsibilities...” (Mt. 25:21).
The Men’s Club will meet at the Hofbrauhaus (in the South
Side) at 6:15 this evening. Carpoolers will meet at St. Gabriel
Parking Lot at 5:35.
Regular C.C.D. classes on Monday in the school at 6:30.
Parent-Teacher Initial Meeting in the parish hall on
Tuesday at 7:00. This is always a very informative meeting for
all who attend.
Regular Thursday Night Bingo begins with the Early Birds
at 7:00 in the parish hall. Come enjoy an evening of fun and
relaxation with your friends. Prizes are as much as State Laws permit!
Our Lady of Guadalupe Devotions precede the 11:30
Mass next Saturday to pray for the end of the evil of abortion in
our country.
The first RCIA Class will be Monday, September 16th in the
Rectory at 8:00.
Be sure to buy several of the Christian Mothers Special
November Raffle tickets ($20 each). Prizes awarded every
day (just in time to give you extra cash for the holidays) include
$300 daily, $1,500 every Sunday and $3,000 on the final day,
November 30th.
A few St. Vincent Raffle tickets left – call Fr. Haney to get
yours today!
Please remember St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church
in your Last Will and Testament.
(continued)
NOTES FROM FR. HANEY (continued)
We need your help to have our St. Gabriel Food Certificate Program increase in sales.
Keep in mind that we have cards for almost any and every of the local stores with a certain
percentage of sales returned to the parish. This is a win-win program for your parish! As long
as local merchants are willing to help us, let us take advantage of the program. Need info?
Call the Rectory. Certificates are on sale in the lobby of the school every weekend or at the
Rectory any time. We have certificates for the following businesses: Atria’s Restaurant,
Bruegger’s, Eat ‘n Park, Giant Eagle, Kohl’s, McGinnis Sisters, Mitchell’s Fish Market
Restaurant, Olive Garden/Red Lobster Restaurants & Shop ‘N Save.
Finally...William Gladstone (the 18th century statesman) one time stated:
morally wrong cannot be politically right!” Food for thought!
“What is
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In charity, please remember all members, relatives, friends and benefactors of our Parish,
with special consideration for the sick, homebound and distressed members.
Pray also for the repose of Barbara Griener, Wife of Richard Griener, Mother of Jennifer
and Barbara Griener, Daughter of Fran Golden, and John Carr, Father of Debbie Carr, Brother
of Agnes Seltmann, Grandfather of Sherri Lynn Dunik, Gary and Brad Danko, who died during
the course of this past week.
ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS
The Diocese of Pittsburgh requires all volunteers in our Church and School to comply with
the Safe Environment Policy. One of these requirements is to attend a workshop entitled
“Protecting God’s Children.” The next classes scheduled in our area are:
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN CLASSES
Thursday, October 3 – 6:30 pm at Ss. Simon & Jude Parish (Scott Township)
Contact Carol McAninch at 412-563-3189 Ext. 204
SENIOR CITIZENS
All Senior Citizens are invited to attend Mass at 12:30 pm on Tuesday, September 24 – a
luncheon will follow in the parish hall – reservations ($3) are a must. For reservations or
information, please call Lois Sperl at 412-881-5935.
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RETROUVAILLE – SAVE OUR MARRIAGE
This program has helped countless couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels
including disillusionment and deep misery. For information about the program, beginning with
a weekend on September 27-29, 2013, contact Retrouvaille at 412-277-3434 or email
[email protected]. More information is available at www.helpourmarriage.com.
catholicscomehome.org
(check it out!)
RESPECT LIFE NEWS
Cain vs. Abel...”Brother kills brother. Like the first fratricide, every murder is a
violation of the “spiritual” kinship uniting mankind in one great family, in which all share the
same fundamental good: equal personal dignity. Not infrequently the kinship ‘of flesh and
blood’ is also violated; for example when threats to life arise within the relationship between
parents and children, such as happens in abortion or when, in the wider context of family or
kinship, euthanasia is encouraged or practiced.”
(Pope John Paul II, The Gospel of Life, n.8)
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REBORN IN CHRIST
One child received the Sacrament of Baptism here last week and is now privileged to share
in the Divine Life of Christ. Her name is:
Kassidy Justine Amos, Daughter of Kenneth and Gina Amos
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MARRIAGE BANNS
I & II Ramon Baca Catania & Jessica Marie Sciulli, both St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church
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P.T.G. NEWS
Meeting – The Annual P.T.G. Parent Orientation & Teacher Meet and Greet will be held
Tuesday, September 17th at 7 pm in the parish hall. The School Spirit Store, Bake Sale and
Uniform Closet will be open in the School Gym before and after the meeting. In addition, fellow
parish organizations will be in attendance to share ways to help support our school. Any
questions, please do not hesitate to ask – contact Roxanne Gray at
[email protected] or call 412-596-0454.
Save the Date – The Third Annual Gator Gala will be November 9th at the South Baldwin
Social Hall. This evening of dinner, entertainment and amazing prizes has raised over $15,000
the last two years for our parish and school. Watch for more information in the weeks to come.
If your family or business would like to make a donation or sponsorship to the Gala, please
contact Dayna Chapla at [email protected] or Roxanne Gray (P.T.G. President) at
[email protected].
Fundraisers - The 2013-2014 school fundraising season is upon us! The P.T.G. is happy to
kick off this school year by sponsoring two fundraisers...The Kids Stuff Book - coupon books
much like the Entertainment books that are geared toward kids and family-friendly activities,
retailers and restaurants. The P.T.G. is excited to offer a new opportunity with the Innisbrook
line of gifts and products. Innisbrook is a unique sale in that it allows for shopping to be done
online! There is still an opportunity to submit handwritten order forms if need be. One of the
most popular products that they offer is a large selection of wrapping paper and gift bags,
along with a variety of magazines (including many popular titles). For details contact Cheryl
Tortoreti (Kids Stuff) 412-956-3833 or Deana LaMolinare (Innisbrook) 412-613-6147 or
[email protected].
Uniform Exchange - For uniform requests from the uniform closet please contact Liz Garda at
[email protected] or Barb Stock at [email protected]. Also, we will have a closet
open during the P.T.G. Meeting and Parent/Teacher Conference.
MASS INTENTIONS
September 16 to September 22, 2013
MONDAY – FEAST OF SS. CORNELIUS & CYPRIAN
7:30 am
Edward Vavro (Anniversary)
11:30 am
Alfio Pollice
(req. Tom & Charlotte Flanagan)
(req. Laura and Martha)
TUESDAY – FEAST OF ST. ROBERT BELLARMINE
7:30 am
Mary Misko (Birthday)
8:45 am
Ren Tamburi
(req. Ron)
(req. Iris Marino)
WEDNESDAY – WEEKDAY
7:30 am
James McAndrews
7:00 pm
Special Intentions of Joe and Eileen Zurku
(Wedding Annniversary)
(req. Jack and Carolyn Peternel)
(req. Christian Family
Movement)
THURSDAY – FEAST OF ST. JANUARIUS
7:30 am
Shirley Jox (Birthday)
8:45 am
Raymond Dobosh
(req. Family)
(req. Family)
FRIDAY – FEAST OF SS. ANDREW KIM TAE-GON, PAUL CHONG HA-SANG & COMPANIONS
7:30 am
Patti Veri
(req. Dad, Ray)
11:30 am
Special Intentions of Eleanor McAndrews
(req. Jack and Carolyn Peternel)
SATURDAY – FEAST OF ST. MATTHEW
9:00 am
Thomas Paul “Tee” Doyle (Anniversary)
11:30 am
Intentions of Our Lady of Guadalupe to
end Abortion
6:00 pm
Arthur & Mary Giarnella (Anniversary)
(req. Mother and Family)
(req. St. Gabriel Respect Life
Group)
(req. Tony & Marianne Giarnella
& Family)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2013 – TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
8:00 am
Rege Walsh (Birthday)
(req. Family)
10:00 am
In Loving Memory of Natallie Wolny
(req. Bob and Pattie Stanko)
12:00 Noon Robert Esposito (Anniversary)
(req. Hampsay and Barr Familes)
4:30 pm
Al Strittmatter (Anniversary)
(req. Family)
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BINGO
The next St. Gabriel All-Paper Bingo will be held Thursday, September 19, 2013 in the
parish hall.
Bulls-eye game begins at 7:00 pm.
For information, visit
www.stgabespgh.org/bingo.
Menu: Meatball Sandwich * Chips * Dessert * Beverage
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ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE – September 16 to September 22, 2013
Monday, Sept. 16
7:30 am
Anna and Mia Lucarelli
11:30 am
Jessica Noss and John Guilinger
Tuesday, Sept. 17
7:30 am
Renee Peters and Andrew Koltas
8:45 am
Joey Starzynski and Nico DelGatti
Wednesday, Sept. 18
7:30 am
Chris Storms and Korin Kuss
Thursday, Sept. 19
7:30 am
Louisa Tiriobo and Marlo Mendez
8:45 am
Andrew Degenhardt and Madison DeLuca
Friday, Sept. 20
7:30 am
Emma Walsh and Savanna Starr
11:30 am
Julia Wodarek and Grace Vavro
Saturday, Sept. 21
9:00 am
Jacob Dulya and Nico DelGatti
11:30 am
Erin and Sarah Fader
6:00 pm
Sydney Kaercher, Emma and Miranda Hampsay
Sunday, Sept. 22
8:00 am
Olivia Capasso, Corinne and Lorraine Swogger
10:00 am
Michael Silvestre, Erica and Jared Koenig
12:00 Noon
Daniel Leehan, Alison and Dennis Shapiro
4:30 pm
Megan Marecic, Michael and Paige Thompson
Schedules available on St. Gabriel’s web page: http://www.stgabespgh.org/
St. Gabriel Conference, Society of St. Vincent de Paul 5200 Greenridge Dr., Pgh., PA 15236
Subject: United Way & Combined Federal Campaign, St. Vincent de Paul Society
It’s that time again when the United Way and Combined Federal Campaign (the United Way
for federal workers) have begun their annual drives. Our St. Vincent de Paul Society is an
approved recipient in the Contributor Choice section for each agency.
Last year our
Conference received $6,198 from the United Way and $5,345 from the Combined Federal
Campaign. We used your pledge money to help needy families in our own area. Again we
ask for your support. If you are going to pledge a donation through either agency, we ask
that you consider giving all or part of it to the St. Vincent de Paul, St. Gabriel Conference. To
do this, fill out your pledge contributor choice section and designate: Agency Code #528 – to
the United Way or Agency Code #89706 to the Combined Federal Campaign of S.W.P.A.
If you have already pledged a donation and did not make a designation, you can change it.
Ask your employer for a new form. Cancel your previous pledge and designate our Society in
the Contributor Choice Section. If you have any questions, please call 412-881-4855. Again,
we thank you for your support to help our own people in need over these hard times.
We also ask for your prayers.
...Your St. Vincent de Paul Society
We acknowledge, with sincere gratitude, the following donations:
To our Awareness Fund:
$100 in honor of the Baptism of Kassidy Justine Amos from Parents, Kenneth and Gina
$ 20 in memory of Jane Starsnic from Mary and Robert Rickert
To our Flower Fund:
$ 5 in loving memory of Elizabeth Reinsel from Daughter, Joan Henning
To St. Gabriel Parish Share:
$561.92 in thanksgiving from the 8th Grade Graduation Class of 2013
$ 25 in memory of Robert Lippert from Michele M. Osier
To St. Gabriel School:
$300 in honor of Margaret Gillespie from Accenture Duquesne Light Project Team
$100 for the intentions of Eleanor McAndrews from Bill and Mary Belack
$ 50 in memory of Elsey Zoller from the Fritchman Family
$ 25 in memory of Elsey Zoller from the Nobers Family
$ 20 in memory of Elsey Zoller from the Battung Family
$ 20 in memory of Elsey Zoller from Cindy Gasparovic
$ 20 in memory of Elsey Zoller from Patricia Letzelter
$ 20 in memory of Elsey Zoller from Dianne and Chris
$ 20 in memory of Elsey Zoller from Ester and Donna
St. Vincent de Paul (Gift of Love):
$200 for our Family from Joe and Diane McNally
$100 in honor of our Fathers from Keith and Joann Holzer
$ 50 for my Family from Bernice McCort
$ 25 for our Family given Anonymously
$ 25 in memory of Marge Gillespie from Bob and Rose Ann Bleichner
$ 20 in the name of Nancy Zaleta from Family
$ 20 in memory of Joann from Mary Ann
$ 10 in honor of the St. Vincent de Paul Workers from Ron and Mary Anne Schirra
$ 10 in the name of Darlene Kay from Paul Kay
$ 10 for our Family from Mr. & Mrs. James Duong
$ 10 in memory of John and Mary Rossi from Mary Ann and Bernie Petkunas
$ 5 in the name of Virginia Boyd from Jackie Schrello
$ 5 in the name of the Bunner Family from the Koenig Family
...The members of your St. Vincent de Paul Society were delighted with your generous
response to our plea for restocking our nearly-empty Pantry. We are so grateful for your
kindness to those in need. Your contributions of $430 to our Gift of Love Program and $250
to our Sunday Food Collection will certainly be be put to good use!
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MEN’S BOWLING LEAGUE
Our Bowling League is still looking for a few good men to join us Monday evenings at
7:00 pm at Princess Lanes. If you have any questions, or are interested in joining, please call
Ray Buckman for details (412-225-2111).
MEN’S CLUB NEWS
It’s that time of year: back to school, beginning of college and pro football,
Pirates in the hunt for a divisional title (no, this is not a misprint) and the
kick off of a new Men’s Club season!!! We are going to start the year off by
celebrating Oktoberfest down at the Hofbrauhaus (South Side) on Sunday,
September 15th. If you would like to carpool, meet at St. Gabriel parking
lot at 5:35, or just meet us at the us at the restaurant at 6:15 pm.
If you have never been to a Men’s Club meeting: 1) you are not too young
(unless you are under 21 for this event) or too old to attend! 2) We guarantee after one
meeting you’ll want to come back to another! Please give the Men’s Club a chance this year.
We are going to try some new things and would love to see some new faces to make this a
successful Men’s Club year. Please call or email Eric Koenig at [email protected] or
412-216-6602 to reserve a spot for the Hofbrauhaus event! This is a popular event for the
Men’s Club and we want to make sure we have enough seats reserved.
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CHOIR NEWS
Welcome back to the members of the Adult Choir as they begin the 2013-2014 choir
season. New members are welcome to join us by attending the Tuesday evening rehearsal
from 7:00-8:15 in the Church and by singing for the 10:00 am Sunday Mass.
ADULT CHOIR SCHEDULE
September 17
September 24
September 30
NO Rehearsal
Rehearsal
Sacrament of Confirmation
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
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DONATIONS NEEDED
On November 9th, I will be going to Haiti with a mission group.
I will be taking two large suitcases filled with the following items –
donations: Bars of Soap, Wash Cloths, Toothpaste & Tooth
Brushes, Clothing for Orphans (Summer clothes only, new or gently
used): Boy’s Clothing sizes 4T to kids size 8: Mostly Dress Clothing, Light Khaki Pants,
Collar Shirts, Dress Shoes, New T-shirts, Underwear; Girl’s Clothing sizes 4T to kids size 8:
Dress Clothing and Dress Shoes, New T-shirts, Underwear.
Donations would be greatly
appreciated and may be dropped off at the Rectory between 9 am and 5 pm. Thank you for
your help, Sylvia McGrath (412-884-8205).
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OPEN MISSION AT ST. THOMAS MORE PARISH – Bethel Park – September 16th to 19th
Our speaker, Fr. Simeon Gallagher, OFM Cap, will offer a special presentation twice each
day during the mission week. One presentation will take place after the 11:30 am Mass and it
will be repeated at 7:00 pm in the evening. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available
Wednesday night after the presentation. The mission is for everyone. We encourage you to
make use of this great opportunity to grow in your faith. For more information go to
www.stmpgh.org
CHRISTIAN MOTHERS NEWS
Thank You – A very special thank you to all of the volunteers who made the Closing of Forty
Hours and Dinner on Wednesday, September 4, such a wonderful evening. I would like to
thank Kim Covelli, Carol Hillard, Dorothy Marizzaldi, Vicki Marizzaldi, Cathy Pawlowski,
Dawn Peters and Marnie Rossi for preparing such an amazing dinner for our guests. Also, a
great big thank you to Splash Meyer for taking care of setting up the parish hall; to our
bartenders, John Bucher, Dick Dapper and Joe Zandier for keeping everyone happy; to
Amy Bacik, Martha Campana, Joanne Chesnos, Audrey Downs, Mary Kay Gardiner,
Cindy Geis, Karen Kublack, Karen Leonard, Theresa Maier, Marge McGee, Sylvia
McGrath, Lisa Rennie, Eileen Schneider, Fran Schneider, Natalie Smay, Peggy Swick,
Vicki Wallace, Sharon Welsch and Pat Young for all their help whether it was preparing
food, setting the tables, serving or cleaning up. I appreciate all of you so much. The evening
was a success because of you! Also, congratulations to the 8th Grade Confirmation
Candidates. May you be blessed as you prepare to receive this Sacrament.
...Jeanie Cygrymus, CCM Board Director
October Meeting – Please join us for a magical evening on Tuesday, October 1 st to honor our
Past Presidents. The evening will begin with Rosary at 6:45 pm and Mass at 7:00. Following
Mass, join us in the parish hall for a light meal and entertainment. You are sure to be amazed
by the magic of T.J. Hill. Reservations are a must! For reservations or information, call or
email Karen today at [email protected] or 412-885-6994. We hope to see you there!
...Karen Kublack
Market Day – Thank you for your Market Day order this month. We will see you when you
pick up your order on Wednesday, September 18 between 4:30 and 6 pm. If you have any
questions or would like to volunteer, please call Mary Kay Gardiner at 412-885-2157, Suzanne
Kuntz at 412-885-4339 or Rose Fiorill at 412-884-6614.
Altar Duty
Sept. 20
Barbara Bruno & Dolly Lutz
Sept. 27
Joy Greenan & Eileen Schneider
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
If you would like to share your talent with those in need, come and join
our newly formed Prayer Shawl Ministry Group. Care and love of knitting
and crochet have been combined into a prayerful ministry that reaches out
to those in need of comfort and solace. Many blessings are knitted into
every shawl. The knitter or crocheter begins each shawl with prayers for
the recipient. Intentions are continued throughout the creation of the
shawl.
When the shawl is completed it is sent along its way to wrap, enfold, comfort, cover, give
solace, mother, hug, shelter and beautify the recipient. We would like to meet once each
month. Dates and location have not yet been finalized. Keep your eyes on the bulletin for
more information. If you would like to be involved, but don’t knit or crochet, perhaps you would
like to make a donation of yarn or money to purchase yarn. Please contact either Elaine
Averbeck (412-881-0311) or Joanne Chesnos (412-885-8482) for more information.
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Please click on www.womenalivepgh.org to view a personal invitation from Bishop David A.
Zubik to all women of the Diocese of Pittsburgh to participate in the Catholic Women’s Conference.
CHARITY BENEFIT LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW
You are cordially invited to the Annual Charity Benefit Luncheon and Fashion Show with Fr.
Scott Seethaler on Sunday, September 22nd at South Hills Country Club. Doors open at
11:00 am. Luncheon will be at 1:00. There will be a Chinese Auction, 50/50 Raffle, Bake Sale
and Flea Market. Tickets are $30 per person (tax deductible), make checks payable to
T.A.S.H. and send to Beth Svirbel, 3846 Edge Rd., Pgh., PA 15227. All proceeds benefit the
Anna Seethaler Hospital in Oaxaca, Mexico.
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ST. LOUISE DeMARILLAC CORONET LUNCHEON
The St. Louise DeMarillac Guild’s 53rd Annual Coronet Luncheon will take place at Valley
Brook Country Club on Saturday, September 28th. Fall Fashion Show by Phyllis’ Fashions.
For information and reservations, call Janet Hyde at 412-848-5565.
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SETON-LaSALLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
All current 8th graders are invited to visit Seton-LaSalle Catholic High School for 8th grade
visitation day on Monday, September 30 from 9 am to 1:45 pm. Located in Mt. Lebanon,
Seton- LaSalle is the largest co-ed Catholic high school in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. SetonLaSalle’s broad academic, athletic and extracurricular opportunities provide a unique college
prep high school experience in a faith based, respectful environment. To register, visit
www.slshs.org or phone 412-561-3583, ext. 127. Registration is required by September 23,
as space is limited.
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PRE-CANA SEMINAR AT ST. BASIL PARISH
A Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation Seminar for engaged couples will be held at St. Basil
Parish on Friday evening, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 in the Church hall. This is a
complete, diocesan approved program. Donation is $60 per couple – call 412-882-9763 for
more information.
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Sacred Heart High School, Classes of 1973 & 1974, are planning a joint reunion and
luncheon on Saturday, October 5th – for more information email [email protected].
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LIFE CHAIN IN WHITEHALL
October is Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday, October 6, is Respect Life Sunday.
All parishioners are invited to join other local parishes at 1:45 pm at the traffic light on
Brownsville Road by Brentwood Towne Square. People will line both sides of Brownsville
holding signs – there are no pictures on the signs that will be provided. We will gather for an
hour of silent prayer from 2-3 pm.
On this same day, in more than 1,000 cities across the U.S. and Canada, the National Life
Chain will be held. It is the largest peaceful, prayerful, pro-life, public witness in the world.
Prayer is our greatest weapon against abortion, and a large quantity of signs makes a
statement of solidarity by the Christian community that abortion kills children.
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Please consider joining us for this short time. Life Chain is sponsored locally by PCUC
(People Concerned for the Unborn Child). Please do not park in the Towne Square lot. Any
questions, please call Kathy at 412-885-3977.
SEVENTY-FOURTH INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC ROSARY MARCH
OCTOBER 6, 2013
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
*1:30 pm
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
at Epiphany Church
Fr. Michael Ruffalo
Following the Liturgy of the Word will be the Rosary March and
Procession with the Blessed Sacrament to St. Mary of Mercy Church
Any questions call 724-933-7837, 412-885-8822, 724-935-7185, 412-884-3213.
*Please Note:
There won’t be a Noon Mass at Epiphany Church (Washington Place, Uptown)
FLEA MARKET
St. Elizabeth Church Respect Life Group is having their annual Fall Flea Market on
Saturday, October 5th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. It will be held at the St. Elizabeth Gym (Route
51). To reserve a table, call Nancy (412-595-8913). There will be food, refreshments, 50/50
raffle – free admission and free parking!
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DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE FAIR
Duquesne University’s 47th Annual College Fair will be Sunday, October 13th from 1 to 3
pm in the A.J. Palumbo Center. High School juniors & seniors can meet with representatives
from over 150 colleges and universities. Questions? Call Duquesne’s Office of Admissions at
412-396-6222.
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CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
A caregiver support group is being initiated in the South Hills area. The meetings will be
held the third Thursday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Southland Panera Bread on
Route 51. The first meeting will be held October 15th and will be presenting Duquesne
University Professor of Physical Therapy, Kenneth Havrilla. He will be addressing the group
on “Fall Prevention and Mobility Maintenance.” The meeting will also allow time for an
opportunity for caregivers to share their experiences and gain support from others. If you have
any questions, please call Jennifer Siller at (w) 412-395-6326 or (c) 716-239-7286 or email
[email protected].
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CRAFTERS NEEDED
The Women’s Guild of St. Winifred Church is accepting applications from Crafters for their
Holiday Craft Show on October 19th. For an application, send a self-addressed, stamped
envelope to St. Winifred Craft Show, c/o 541 Haverhill Rd., Pgh., PA 15228 or call Gloria at
412-563-4954.
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C.F.M. ENJOY/ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS – ON SALE NOW
Now through Dec. 28th you can get an Enjoy ($30) or Entertainment ($25) Book at the
Rectory or by calling Rex at 412-835-7958. Please make checks payable to Sharon Mingo.
SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS OF THE PROVIDENCE OF GOD
Healing and Wholeness Service – will be held Thursday, September 19 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
at the Franciscan Spirit and Life Center. During the program participants will explore and
experience various forms of healing prayer in an atmosphere of communal intercession. The
program is free will, but registration is required. To register, please call 412-881-9207.
Connecting Women’s Wisdom – Take time to focus more clearly, breathe more deeply and
live more mindfully. On Sunday, October 6 the Sisters will host their Fall Connecting Women’s
Wisdom from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm at their Motherhouse. This is designed for women of all
backgrounds and ages and will include a liturgy service in the Mary Immaculate Chapel,
brunch with the Sisters and a program featuring group sharing, quiet reflective time and a
presentation by family therapist, nurse and mindfulness trainer Bonnie Artman Fox. This is
free to attend but space is limited – call sister Althea Anne Spencer today to make your
reservation (412-885-7406 before September 27.
Tai Chi at Spirit & Life Center – Classes offered by Gurney Bolster and are endorsed by the
Arthritis Foundation as a safe exercise that may diminish pain, prevent falls and build selfconfidence. Classes for both beginners and continuing students are offered Monday evening
and Wednesday afternoons from September through November (cost is $90 for twelve
classes). To register, or for more information, contact Mimi at [email protected] or call
412-881-9207.
Counseling with Sister Nancy – Sister Nancy Langhart is available to serve those seeking
guidance, counsel and spiritual direction in the South Hills. Specializing in relationships and
personality assessment, Sister Nancy has over thirty years experience counseling individuals
and couples. Sister is available for daytime, as well as limited evening and weekend sessions.
To schedule and appointment or for more information, please call 412-882-9911.
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WOMEN’S RETREAT
How do you feel about God? One way (among many) you can help answer that question is
the Women’s Emmaus Retreat, led by women like you who have struggled with all the same
questions about life and God that you have. The Emmaus Retreat is designed to be low-key,
laid back and not “preachy.” You will listen to other women like yourself talk about their
journey to know more about God.
It is not required for you to be Catholic, Christian, or a member of any parish. You will have
your own room at the Spiritan Center in Bethel Park, the food is excellent, the retreat center
and grounds are calm and peaceful, and it will be a weekend that you will never forget.
The cost of the weekend is $175. The dates are October 4th to 6th.
Please include a $50 deposit with your application (found in the back of
Church) so a spot can be reserved for you, as space is limited.
Any questions, please contact either of the persons below.
If you don’t have the money, please don’t let this stop you.
Please call or email for further information or an application.
Barb Costello – [email protected]
Stacey Graham – [email protected]
412-596-1292
412-657-7955
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RETREAT
You are invited to attend a yearly Retreat at St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center
(located at 148 Monastery Avenue). The theme this year is “Walking with Jesus – Empowered
by the Spirit.” The weekend retreat for men is November 15-17, 2013. The weekend retreat
for women is March 28-30, 2014. Any questions, call Judy Byers at 412-276-8438, or contact
the Retreat Center at 412-381-7676, email [email protected].
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Altar Duty Volunteers Needed
Friday mornings a great group of ladies get together to clean our beautiful St. Gabriel
Church Altar. It is light work (some dusting & vacuuming) in the Sanctuary – it never takes
more than an hour – you would probably be scheduled only once a month or every other
month. We are always looking for new faces to join us, if you prefer to work with someone,
please let me know. I can always put your name on a sub list too. Call Theresa Maier (412886-0473) if you are interested in taking care of God’s most holy place – His Home!
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RESURRECTION CHOIR
The Resurrection Choir at St. Gabriel Parish invites parishioners to sing at funerals in our
Church. Currently we have a dozen participants and are looking for new members who would
enjoy singing with this special ministry that provides consolation to mourners in our Parish.
If you would consider participating in this Corporal Work of Mercy by joining this Choir,
please give Bill Switala a call at 412-884-5910. We look forward to hearing from you.
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A Whitehall family is looking for someone special (at least 18 years of age) to care for their
lovable, 10 year old son with Autism, two evenings a week. If you can help, please call Lori
and Mike at 412-885-0880.
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Child Care Available...Mom of four with BA and current clearances will watch children in
her home before, during and after school. Experience with twins and multiple children
(children 6 days old to 14). Great references – call Christina at 412-863-9583.
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WANTED:
~ Benvenuti Landscaping – Rebuild & replace walls, mulching, edging, hedge trimming,
grass cutting, 4-step fertilizing, thatching, aeration, gutters, pressure washing, tree trimming &
removal, stub removal - I will give 5% back to the parish for all business I complete for
parishioners. Call Ray at 412-390-6614.
~ Physical Therapy – Jon Ruzich is the owner/physical therapist of Praxis Physical Therapy
and will tithe a percentage of St. Gabriel parishioners’ payments back to the parish. Please
contact Jon at 412-347-0022, [email protected] or www.praxispt.com.
~ Computer Help – Looking for low cost, honest & reliable help for your entire computer
needs? Call Brett & mention St. Gabriel’s and I will donate 50% of the fee back to the parish
(412-882-1858).
~ Condo in Hilton Head, SC – will tithe 5% to St. Gabriel’s from parishioners who rent our
Condo (2 bedroom, 2½ bath) – call Doug at 412-926-0046 for more information.
~ James Vandeck, realtor with Prudential Preferred Realty, 412-398-5204, member of our
Men’s Club, will tithe 15% of commissions earned while providing real estate assistance to
members of St. Gabriel, their friends & family.
~ Professional grade Plaster and Tile work – senior discounts - 10% will be tithed back to
St. Gabriel Church. Please call Sean at 412-292-3386.
~ Private Tutoring in my home – grades K to 12 – all subjects – call 412-881-4855.
~ Call Ralph DelGatti at Bowser for your entire car needs – 412-469-2100, Ext. 1609.
~ Companion/Sitter needed for weekly, short intervals. Please call Carol at 412-881-1208.
~ Will sit as Companion...call Judy at 412-655-8568
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Jefferson Regional Medical Center needs adult volunteers who want to learn new skills,
make new friends, and give back to the community. Share your unique talents by becoming a
volunteer! Help is needed to comfort patients, serve customers in the Guest Shop, staff
various information centers, and perform other important services. Day, evening and weekend
hours are available. Training and orientation is provided. To share your talents with others,
please
contact
our
Volunteer
Office
at
412-469-5885
or
email
[email protected].
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ST. GABRIEL LEGION OF MARY...invites you to their Thursday
morning meetings in the Rectory after the 8:45 Mass.
ST. GABRIEL ROSARY MAKERS...invite you to learn how to
make rosaries for St. Gabriel Parish and the missions on the fourth
Monday of every month at 8:00 am in the parish hall.
Please remember St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church in your Last Will and Testament.
St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Parish
C.C.D. Registration Form
Students entering St. Gabriel C.C.D. for the first time, including students entering 1 st Grade
during this school year, must pre-register.
If you attended C.C.D. last year you do not need to register.
Family Name _______________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________
Home Phone ____________________
Zip ______________
Cell phone or other
emergency contact # _______________________
Email _____________________________________________________________________
Father’s First Name __________________
Mother’s First Name __________________
Mother’s Maiden Name __________________
Student First Name ____________________
Student Last Name ____________________
Student Birth Date _____________________
Entering Grade _______________________
School District ________________________
School ______________________________
Date Baptized ________________________
Place Baptized _______________________
(If not baptized at St. Gabriel Church, a copy of the baptismal certificate must accompany registration.)
Special Health Concerns:
Special Educational Needs:
Please return registration form to:
- St. Gabriel Religious Education Office, 5200 Greenridge Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.
- Or, you may drop it in the Sunday collection basket or take it to the Rectory.
Please mark the envelope: Carol Vater/Religious Education Office.
Questions? - please call Carol at the Religious Education Office (412-881-7950)
or at home (412-882-6561).