CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION

CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION
75 MUSSER LANE, MUNCY, PA. 17756 | 570-546-3900 | Fax-570-546-0322 | WEBSITE: resurrectiononline.net
E-mail: [email protected]
Sunday, February 1, 2015
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Church of the Resurrection gathers as a Catholic community
rooted in Scripture and the celebration of the Eucharist.
We renew and evangelize God's children
by responding to human needs with love, example and service.
In their synagogue was a man with an unclean spirit; he cried out, “What have you to
do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you
come to destroy us? I know who you are--the
Holy One of God!” Jesus rebuked him and
said, “Quiet! Come out of him!”
- Mk 1:23-25
Matthew Kelly’s Rediscover Catholicism focuses on three cultural problems that prevent us from living our Catholic faith well: individualism, hedonism and minimalism.
Let’s talk about that middle issue: hedonism. Hedonism is not a creation of the modern world. Hedonism was alive and well in the
world of Jesus and Paul. Hedonism was alive and well in Corinth when Paul wrote the letter we’re hearing at Mass these weekends.
What’s hedonism? An absorption in pleasure. A commitment to experience what’s pleasing to me—often at the cost of everything
and anything and anyone else in my life.
And the Corinthians liked pleasure. They liked money and the things money bought. They liked stylish clothes, good food and plenty of
drink. And they liked sex.
To the Corinthians—and to us—Paul presents two concepts that fly in the face of hedonism: celibacy and marriage.
Both celibacy and marriage put up boundaries. They both limit what we can do. And, at best, they tell us why we can’t do it.
Celibacy puts up a clear boundary: no marriage, no sex, and nothing that looks like sex and marriage. But, for celibacy to be the lifegiving thing that Paul (and Jesus) talk about needs a focus. It can’t be about exclusive control of the TV remote. It has to be about
freeing us for service to others, service for the sake of the kingdom of God. Then, celibacy can be a sign to the Church and the world
that life can have deeper meaning when we sacrifice, when we give of ourselves for others.
Marriage also puts up clear boundaries: one takes this person (think of the vows we often hear in the movies: “and forsaking all others”) and no one else, one takes this spouse for life. And marriage, too, only gives life when we let it have the focus that Paul (and Jesus) talk about. To hear much discussion about marriage these days, one would think it was largely about insurance policies, health
care and estate planning. Marriage Is also about service to others—giving oneself for the other’s good, giving of ourselves for the sake
of offspring. Then marriage can also be a sign to the Church and the world that life has deeper meaning when we sacrifice, when we
give of ourselves for others.
And that service to others, that marks the life of Jesus, that shapes the life of the Church, offers a deeper happiness than any hedonistic
scramble for pleasure ever could. Jesus called it “a peace this world cannot give.” He offered that peace to his disciples, as he prepared the greatest of sacrifices, his death for the life of the world. And that death opens the doors to the great wedding feast of heaven and earth, of God and humanity.
MUNCY, PA
We extend a warm welcome to all who attend our church. It is our desire that you find our parish community a
place where your life of faith will be nourished. Your prayers, your presence, and your talents are most welcome and we
hope that you will share them with us. Please feel free to introduce yourself after Mass. God bless.
Requiescat In Pace
Please keep all of our beloved dead in your prayers,
especially Robert McGinley
Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace. Amen.
The Week Ahead
SUNDAY – February 1
Cereal Bowl
Women’s Organization “Souper” Bowl after Masses
Penance Practice 9:45 AM
Religious Education
MONDAY— February 2
Bulletin Due 10:00 am
Bible Study—7:00 pm—Church Hall
TUESDAY— February 3
Diocesan DRE Meeting
WEDNESDAY— February 4
Welcoming Committee—9:30 am
Festival Meeting 6:30 pm
THURSDAY— February 5
SJNRA Mass—9:00 am
Confessions—5:30—7:00 pm followed by Adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament
FRIDAY— February 6
NEXT WEEKEND – February 7/8
First Penance—Saturday—10:00 am
Pierogie Sale
Second Collection—Care and Education of Priests
Religious Education
Ministers
Lectors
Servers
Ministers
Lectors
Servers
Ministers
Lectors
Servers
Altar Ministers
February 7/8, 2015
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00pm
Gene Otterbein, David Derk, Chris Buck
JoAnn Pauling, Carolyn Rheam
David Hopfer, Kelsey Bowen
8:30am
Gregor Guisewhite, Steve and Carin Mercurio
Dan and Mary Doyle
Jennifer and Franchesca Guisewhite, Chase
Dudek
11:00am
Carol Bryer, Marie Gaydon, Mike Paisley
Mary Swisher, Amy Bortz
Bridget and Molly Foresman, Aleah Stahlnecker
Mass Intentions for the Week
SUNDAY – Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:30am –
Walter Gaida by Frank and Joan Gaida
11:00am – Bill Gregar by Joyce Gregar
SCI –
Parishioners
MONDAY – The Presentation of the Lord
7:00am –
Paul Damaska
SCI Paul Sterowski
TUESDAY – St. Blaise, Bishop and Martyr
7:00am –
David Smith by Larry and Tess Grieco
WEDNESDAY
6:00pm –
Robert Johnson by Helen Mooney
THURSDAY – St Agatha, Virgin and Martyr
9:00am –
Carmen and Gertrude Grieco by Larry and Tess
Grieco
FRIDAY – St Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs
7:00am –
David Smith by Gerald and Diane Otterbein
SATURDAY
5:00pm –
Parishioners
SUNDAY – Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:30am –
Family of Tom and Eileen Stiadle by Family
11:00am – Elaine Porch by Joyce Gregar
SCI –
Josephine Jay Quin by Maureen Smith
Readings for the Week of February 1, 2015
Sunday:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Next Sunday:
Dt 18:15-20/1 Cor 7:32-35/Mk 1:21-28
Mal 3:1-4/Heb 2:14-18/Lk 2:22-40 or
2:22-32
Heb 12:1-4/Mk 5:21-43
Heb 12:4-7, 11-15/Mk 6:1-6
Heb 12:18-19, 21-24/Mk 6:7-13
Heb 13:1-8/Mk 6:14-29
Heb 13:15-17, 20-21/Mk 6:30-34
Jb 7:1-4, 6-7/1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23/
Mk 1:29-39
Palm Branches To Recycle
Bring in your old branches blessed last Palm Sunday. We
need them to make the ashes for Ash Wednesday. Please
place them in the basket in the narthex of the church no
later than Sunday, February 8, 2015.
COUNTERS’ SCHEDULE - February 8
Closer
8:30
11:00
Nancy Marr
D. Schmitt, S. Kostic, K. Sechler, C. Wylie
T. Meck, A. Cole, S. Mayshock
CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION, MUNCY, PA
The Lord’s Portion
Offering
$ 7, 469.00
Catholic Campaign for Human
Development
$ 427.00
Memorial
$ 115.00
Next Week’s Second Collection—Care and Education of Priests
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - Mardi Gras
Each year so many people offer their time and talents
to the ministries and activities of our parish
community. We do this to serve the faith
community and to give back to God who
has blessed us.
From the Life & Justice Committee
REFLECTING ON TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
IF TODAY YOU HEAR HIS VOICE
Imagine if we were at the synagogue in Capernaum when Jesus
was teaching. Today’s readings are about listening and
recognizing when God is speaking to us. In the clutter of all the
noise in our media saturated culture, are we listening for Jesus’
voice? What is Christ calling us to do for those in need?
LIVING TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
PRAY AND ACT FOR HUMAN DIGNITY
“Continuing tensions and violence in our communities remind us
that although significant progress has been made in erasing the
stain of racism and the cycle of related violence, we still have
much work to do. As we consider the gains of the past and the
challenges before us, I urge each of us to pray for healing and
peace as we work for ever greater communion. Every human life
has profound dignity, rooted in our creation in the image of God.
We are one family. Our communities will only reflect this dignity
if we first turn to prayer to guide our actions toward ending
years of isolation, disregard and conflict between neighbors.
That which seems impossible can only be brought about through
God and his powerful intervention in our hearts.” – Archbishop
Joseph Kurtz, president of the U.S. Catholic Conference of
Bishops, January 16, 2015
SHEPHERD OF THE STREETS - UPDATE
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Shepherd of the Streets needs volunteers. For more
information or to volunteer your services contact Morris Smith at
322-6538.
PILGRIMAGE WALK FOR MISSION NICARAGUA
WALK FOR WATER – SATURDAY MARCH 28, 2015
Save the date for this year’s Walk for Water that will raise funds
for water projects in northwestern Nicaragua – a very rural and
isolated region. Locally participants will walk to the Catholic
churches in Williamsport for the Stations of the Cross while
raising money for these water projects. Get ready to seek
pledges, pray, and walk so that others will have adequate water
to live. Details will follow.
WELCOMING COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, Feb. 5th 9:30AM
We would like to invite any parishioner who is curious about
what the committee does to come join us. No strings attached!
We're always looking for new members.
At Mardi Gras we say “Thank You,” with an appreciation dinner. Anyone who has volunteered their time
and talent in any way during the past year is invited,
along with their family: liturgical ministers, religious
education workers, RCIA people, SJNCC workers and
volunteers, parish committee members, volunteers at
dinners, bazaars and festivals, etc.
The Appreciation Dinner will be Tuesday, February 17,
2015, in the church hall. Join us for hors d’oeuvres at
6pm, and dinner at 6:30pm. Please call 570-546-3900,
email [email protected] or sign the sheet
in the narthex.
St. Joseph the Worker Parish
28th Annual Mardi Gras
Saturday, February 14, 2015, Fleming Center
(720 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA)
7:30 pm – midnight
Doors open @ 7:00
Dancing from 8:00 to Midnight
Dance to DJ
Contact Rectory for tickets 323-9456
LOTS OF DOOR PRIZES
$135.00 a table of 8 in advance
(must be purchased together - a $9 savings)
$18.00 admission in advance
$20.00 at the door
Costumes encouraged!
Congratulations
We have reached 93% of our goal as our commitment to the
mission of the Diocese of Scranton and to the Diocesan Appeal
goal. We are a little over $2000 shy
of our goal. If you have not already
donated to the Diocesan Annual
Appeal, now is a good time to do
so!!! Funds from the Annual Appeal directly help our parish
through programs offered by the Office for Parish Life .
Scheduling Baptisms
If you are planning a baptism for a child, please remember that,
unless it is an emergency, we don’t baptize during
Lent. This year Lent begins on February 18th and
ends on April 4th. We’ll be glad to schedule baptisms
at any Saturday or Sunday Mass before Lent begins
or during the Easter season.
CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION, MUNCY, PA
Bible Study-Monday
Topic: Women and the Church
7pm ~ Meeting Room or Church Hall
SOMETHING FOR THE CHILDREN
Sharing the Gospel
Grass
stains.
Tomato
sauce. Brightly colored
fruit drinks. When these
nasty stains stick to your
clothes, it is tough to get
them out. Regular soap
won't work. You need
something stronger. Jesus
is really strong, too. In
today's Gospel, a nasty evil
spirit screamed when it
saw Jesus. Jesus was so
powerful, he cleaned that
evil spirit right out.
Prayer
God, you are much
stronger than evil. Nothing
is too hard for you to
clean.
Ancient Order of Hibernians
A Night At The Races
Officer John P Maloney Division 1 Lycoming County
Saturday Feb 7, 2015
Annunciation Parish center
Door Open 6:15 PM
First Race 7:00 PM
Feast of St. Blasé
February 3rd is the Feast of St. Blasé. Throats will be
blessed after 7:00 am mass.
EASTER EGG ORDERS
The Women’s Organization will be taking orders for
Homemade Easter Eggs. Order forms are available in
the pamphlet stand in the narthex.
All orders are due in the parish office by Monday, March
2. You may pick up your work place order on Palm Sunday weekend (March 28/29) so you can deliver them
during Holy Week.
ORDERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 2.
Easter Eggs will be sold after masses on Palm Sunday
Weekend, while supplies last. Or you may call in your
orders to Delores Dewalt at 570-547-1157 or Martha
Wylie at 570-433-3454.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus on a super-powerful stain-fighting
laundry soap.
Mission for the Week
Make a new label for your family's stain pre-treatment bottle.
Trace around the bottle, write Mark 1:21-28 in big letters, and
decorate your label with a picture of Jesus. Tape your new label
to the bottle so you and your parents remember how strong
Jesus is.
OBLATES OF ST. BENEDICT
Oblates of St. Benedict will meet Sunday February 8 at 2pm at St. Ann's
Catholic Church in Willamsport. The Rule of St. Benedict and
Benedictine Spirituality is a "school for the Lord's service." (RB Prol 45).
Guests are welcome to come fellowship with us and learn more about
Benedictine life. If you have any questions, please contact Sue
Wykoff, email: [email protected], PH 570-6606005.
Tax Information
We have sent the 2014 contribution reports from the
parish office. If you did not receive one or if you find an error,
please call 570-546-3900 or email:
[email protected] .
NOTE: DATE CHANGE
His Excellency, the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D.,
J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton, and the Office for Parish Life wish to
invite couples celebrating their 25th or 50th wedding anniversary in 2015 to a diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday, June 7. (NB: This is a change from the original date of
June 21.) The event includes a 2:30 pm mass at St. Peter’s
Cathedral followed by a reception. Requests for an invitation,
with a mailing address, should be made through your pastor
before March 16.
Meeting Reminders
Welcoming Committee
Members are reminded of their meeting on Thursday,
9:30 am in the Meeting Room. New members are always
welcome.
Festival Committee
Members are reminded of their
Wednesday at 6:30pm in the Meeting Room.
meeting
on
Parish Registration & Membership
All Catholics should be officially enrolled in a parish. To
become members of Church of the Resurrection you are asked to
register with the Office Administrator. There are also registration forms
available in the narthex of the church. Also, please notify the Office
Administrator of any address and / or telephone number changes.
Volunteers
Church of the Resurrection can always use new altar servers,
ushers, choir and contemporary group singers, cantors, and
instrumentalists. The Women’s Organization and the Knights of
Columbus welcome new active members. We often need help with life
& justice projects, various fundraisers, grounds keeping and our annual
parish festival. If you are interested in sharing your time and talent with
your parish, please call the parish office or email
[email protected] and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Christian Marriage
Parish Staff
Pastor: Rev. Glenn McCreary, V.E. 570-546-3900
Email: [email protected]
Office Administrator: Mary Todor 570-546-3900
Email: [email protected]
Bookkeeper: Justine Stanley 546-3900
Email: [email protected]
Director of Rel. Ed: Jennifer Fry –570-546-3900 –570-326-1962
Email: [email protected]
Director of RCIA: Bob Mayshock 570-649-5070
Resurrection Singers: Barbara Martin 570-584-2552
Email: [email protected]
Bulletin Information: email: [email protected] by
10am Mondays – Watch bulletin for early publications dates
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
Lisa AndersonCathy BachleNichole CoppesPatty ChuprinskiNoreen FinklerKaren KennedyMary KilgusSchawnne KilgusCharles LowryMike PaisleyRose Mary RymszaBrian Toseki-
570-584-5264
570-546-6706
570-494-6006
570-546-6443
570-584-3404
570-584-3210
570-584-2420
412-600-0663
570-412-6488
570-279-6644
570-547-1036
570-546-2365
Mass Schedule
Saturday: 5pm (Vigil)
Sunday: 8:30am, 11am
Holy Days: As Announced
Weekday Mass with Morning Prayer
7am Monday, Tuesday, Friday 9amThursday
6pm Wednesday
Neighbor Parishes: www.resurrectiononline.net/schedule.html
Sacrament Of Reconciliation
Thursday– 5:30 – 7:00pm with Adoration of the Blessed
Sacrament
By Appointment
Church law requires Catholics to be married with the
church’s prayers and blessings. Please call the pastor at least six
months before your anticipated wedding date. All couples must
complete a Pre-Cana program. If you or your fiancée were previously
married and divorced, you will need an annulment before being married
in the church. Allow at least a year to finish the annulment process.
Baptism
Infants and small children may be baptized at any Saturday
evening or Sunday morning celebration of the Eucharist outside of
Lent. The parish baptismal preparation session is required before the
baptism of a couple’s first child. You may attend this program well
before the baptism, even during pregnancy. Call Father McCreary at
570-546-3900 for information and sign-up.
Anointing Of The Sick
Please notify the parish office whenever anyone is sick,
unable to attend Mass and wishes to receive Holy Communion.
Eucharistic Ministers are available to bring Communion to the sick. The
Pastor will bring the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick as needed.
Religious Education Program
Sundays, September to May, K-8 at 9:30am. High School
Students / Youth Group have various activities that can be found on the
church website or within this bulletin. A two-year period of preparation
for First Penance and First Eucharist takes place in first and second
grades for baptized children. A two-year program of Confirmation
preparation for children who have received Baptism and Eucharist takes
place during the seventh and eighth grades. All children must be
registered with the DRE, Jennifer Frye who can be contacted at 570-546
-3900 or [email protected].
Rite Of Christian Initiation Of Adults (R.C.I.A.)
Do you know anyone interested in learning more about the
Catholic faith? Have you been baptized? Have you been baptized in
another Christian Church, but desire instructions about the Catholic
Faith? Are you a baptized Catholic but not fully initiated through the
Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation? The R.C.I.A. team is
here for you!
Contact Bob Mayshock at 570-649-5070 or
[email protected]