Ministry Schedule January 13/14
The Epiphany of the Lord Saturday Vigil, January 6, 2018 4:00 p.m. P Mark Magazine (Maryann Sawka & family) Sunday, January 7, 2018 8:00 a.m. P Pro Populo 9:30 a.m. C Anniversary of Death Bernie DeSimone (George & Shirley Reskovac) 11:00 a.m. P Birthday Remembrance Richard Komacek (Wife Nancy) Monday, January 8, 2018 7:30 a.m. P George Babko (Jane Sheehan) Tuesday, January 9, 2018 7:30 a.m. P Yolanda Kovach (Diane Clawson) Wednesday, January 10, 2018 8:00 a.m. C Birthday Remembrance Patricia Batovsky & Marlene Valente (Sisters & brothers) Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:30 a.m. P Birthday Remembrance Joseph “Chip” Balcik (Mary Savona & family) Friday, January 12, 2018 7:30 a.m. P Yolanda Apone (Jilda Apone) Saturday, January 13, 2018 8:00 a.m. C Frank Drozeck (M/M Victor Pallotta)
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Saturday Vigil, January 13, 2018 4:00 p.m. P Mary Barber (Rachel Mlinarcik) Sunday, January 14, 2018 8:00 a.m. P Lucille Kormos (Daughters Eva & Gina ) 9:30 a.m. C 57th Wedding Anniversary George & Patty Ross 11:00 a.m. P Pro Populo
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Saturday, January 13 — 4:00 p.m. St. Peter C-John Peters C-Gloria Wheeler H-Joanie Pagac Jolena Quarzo Anna & Luke Clister Sr. James Ann Cantor: Theresa Mazur
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Sunday, January 14 — 8:00 a.m. St. Peter C-Margaret Peters C-Kim Gaydos H-Mark Moncheck David Ziglear Carmella & Gina DiFlippo Cory Anne Dolan Cantor: Samantha Ziglear
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Sunday, January 14 — 9:30 a.m. St. Cecilia Mark Konter Nancy Sebeck Volunteer Caleb DellaPenna Anthony DellaPenna Carl DellaPenna
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Sunday, January 14 — 11:00 a.m. St. Peter C-Kathy Miller C-Dot McCrory H-Larry Franks III Sarah Sawka Dylan & Madison Stowe Crystal Bogorae Cantor: Nicole Dainty
Collection Report
St. Peter Church 12/31/17-1/1/18 ADULT ENVELOPES (151) ......................... . ...$2590.00 STUDENT ENVELOPES (9) ................................. $14.00 MONTHLY (10)…………………………… ........... $200.00 LOOSE…………………………………….. ........... $447.00 CANDLES……………………………….................. $74.00 ACCENT ............................................................... $10.00 OPLATKI ............................................................... $10.00 CEMETERY FUND ................................................. $5.00 CHRISTMAS ....................................................... $555.00 CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES ..................... $117.00 MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD............$2409.00
St. Cecilia Church 12/31/17-1/1/18
ADULT ENVELOPES (87) ................................$1533.00 STUDENT ENVELOPES (4) ................................... $5.00 LOOSE.................................................................. $56.00 CANDLES ............................................................. $28.00 UTILITY................................................................. $10.00 CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES ....................... $10.00 MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD.............. $467.00
Coffee and Doughnuts Jan. 14, 2018, after Mass at St. Cecilia Hall
St. Cecilia Christian Mothers will host coffee and doughnuts in the social hall at St. Cecilia Church Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, following the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Please plan to join us for refreshments and fellowship!
Other Upcoming Christian Mothers Events
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The Historic Church of St. Peter Sanctuary Lamp Anthony Vigliotti by Mary Savona
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St. Cecilia Christian Mothers will hold a covered dish meeting Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. in the church social hall. New members will be welcomed into the Confraternity, officers will be nominated, and an election will be held. Please bring a covered dish and a $10 gift if you wish to participate in the gift exchange. Events Coming in the Spring Dates to be announced: Consignment Sale Calendar Party Questions? Call Jeanne Bozek, 724-677-2130.
This weekend we have the celebration of the Epiphany, continuing our Christmas Season. Of course, in our celebrating the birth of Our Lord, the Babe in the manger, we recognize that the light that is Christ is sent by the Father to fully reveal to us his plan for salvation, his plan for each of us to personally experience the love that Christ is for us. He was to be revealed—not just to the people Israel, but to all the peoples of the world, as represented by those magi, those magi who, at the star's rising, were touched to their hearts’ depth by the call of God to respond. They traveled from their land to Israel to find that Babe, to respond to that love made manifest in the Father's salvation plan that Jesus Christ would fulfill. Each of us, in our own way, is called to respond to this wondrous gift. The Son of God humbled himself, entering into our humanity in order that we, the beneficiaries of that sacrificial offering of his life, might attain life through him. As to this response: St. Gregory the Great, who was a Pope during the sixth century, spoke not only of the people's response, but also the very cosmos: that the heavens, recognizing the birth of the Savior, brought forth that star. Pope Gregory also said about Jesus that during his life, the seas, recognizing him, would permit him to walk upon them. The sky, holding the planets and stars at the time of his death, would darken the sun, and the very earth would quake, recognizing the Father's love made manifest in this sacrificial offering. All of us are called to respond. The magi brought precious metal worthy of a king: gold represents kingship. They brought incense. The incense, as we use it for our liturgies, represents worship: lifting up our petitions or thanksgiving, our very hearts toward God. The sweet aromatic essence of incense rising before the throne of God represents our prayers. And myrrh, to be used when the Lord's mortality becomes apparent that, indeed, he was fully human. The aloes and the myrrh would be placed in the grave so that the stench of death would not be overwhelming. All of these responses we are called to bring forth in our own life. I also wanted to mention today the fourth wise man (or “magus,” the singular form of “magi”). I'm sure many of you have heard the story about Artaban who was unable to leave with the other three, but quickly followed because he had jewels that he would offer to the Lord. You know about the misadventures that he experienced: when he found those individuals who were starving for want of food, for want of the means to purchase it, he gave one of his jewels so that those people might be fed. He encountered the women who were losing their children because of the reign of terror that Herod brought down on Bethlehem. Herod killed the children for fear that one might be a new king who would usurp his throne. Artaban attempted to purchase the lives of those children from the soldiers. Then, hearing that the Christ Child and his family had fled into Egypt, he would journey to Egypt and, for a long period of time, he would search for them. Ultimately, returning to Jerusalem 33 years after his journey had begun, Artaban was now old and tired and greatly disappointed with his failure. He would be there when a commotion would occur in the city during the Passover festivities. People were going to Golgotha to see a man who had claimed to be the king of the Jews who was about to be crucified. And he, in his heart, hearing the Lord speaking to him, attempts to respond. He too will go to Golgotha, perhaps to find the king. And as he journeyed there, the sun darkened; there was no light. The earth quaked, and one of the stones that fell from a building injured him so severely that he would die. Yet, before that occurs, his one last jewel he will expend for a woman being sold into slavery. But while he gave away his jewels, his sorrow, his disappointment at not having attained his objective to come before the king, causes him to despair. He said, "Lord, I have searched 33 years for you. Yet I have not laid my eyes on you; I have not ministered to your needs.” And then from the heavens, he heard that powerful voice, that kind, gentle voice saying, "Artaban, good and faithful servant, what you have done for the least of my people, you have done for me." That was his response to the call of faith in the stable. Each of us, likewise, is called to make a response. All of them will be different because each of our vocations is unique. But the response is to let that light of Christ shine forth in our life. Just like Artaban, our efforts often seem to end in failure; our good deeds seem not to accomplish our good intentions. Yet, as Artaban, we are to recognize that it's not whether we succeed, but that we persevere. Jesus suffered in his attempt to bring the greatest good, our salvation. We attain the title of "good and faithful servant" by doing the same. Mother Teresa of Calcutta told us: “We are called upon not to be successful, but to be faithful.” Artaban was faithful; so are we when we live out the daily duties of our vocation. Tomorrow, Monday, January 8, is the Baptism of the Lord, the close of the Christmas Season. Let us remind ourselves that the light of Christ is to shine forth from us each day of the year. We try always to respond with kindness, love, gentleness, and with sacrificial offerings that we make for the members of our family, our faith community, in our workplace and the broader world. There will be many times when we seemingly have failed. However, we persevere, for we are to be the light of Christ, each of us evangelizing in our own way, going forth, witnessing to Christ by what we say and do.
Would you consider joining Fr. Tim and fellow parishioners as we journey to Washington, DC, for the March for Life? Parish records indicate that, in the past, significant numbers would join the yearly pilgrimage to DC as witnesses for Life. Perhaps you were one and would like to attend again. We will depart from The Historic Church of St. Peter parking lot on Thursday, Jan. 18, at 10:00 a.m. and return by early afternoon on Saturday. On Thursday evening, we will attend the Pro-Life Vigil Mass at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. It is an amazing experience as 8,000 – 10,000 faithful Catholics participate in the liturgy in this beautiful Basilica. It is the seventh largest Church in the world with 50 side altars honoring the Blessed Mother. The Mass is broadcast on EWTN. On Friday, Jan. 19, we will participate in the March and related events. Last year, among the dignitaries who addressed the crowd was Vice President Pence. The actual March is just over one mile long, up Constitution Avenue, past the Capitol Building to the Supreme Court. If you are interested or if you have questions, please call Fr. Tim at the church office, 724-785-7781. Space is limited so reserve your spot early.
Stand up for the Gospel of Life with hundreds of thousands of others!
Prayer List Ann Jaworowsky Beatrice Kloock Bill Snodgrass Brian Tomecsko Carol Ashton Charlotte Katko Cheryl Furlong Chuck Britvich Cody Tylka Craig Alessio Daryl Hall David Ballant David Ostien Deb Donna Fletcher Donna Hill Dru Vojacek Ed Balchon Elaine Helsel Eleanor Dando Fr. Bob Conley George Lisac HeatherBeth Powell Helen Mendish Irene Franks J. A.
Jackson Hodge James Harvey Jr. Janet Booker Janice Ritsko Jean Bohna Jerry Zalek Jim Belice Jim Famularo Joe Angell Joe Shashura John Hlatky Jonathan Wallowicz Josephine Lagina June Robinson Karen Sharpe Karl Hennig Kim Harvey Lillian Baroni Linda Medve Lisa Chancey
Luella Sholl Matthew DeSimone Mike Dorobish Mildred Petro M. V. Nancy Jenkins Robert Atz Robert Franks Robert Stringert Sam Basile III Sarah Corebridge Sherri Zias Shirley Mae Mislo Stanley Sobek Susan Rountree Sylvia Walinski Veronica Stringert Virginia Conaway V. V. Wanda Burns William Gabonay
Space Still Available In Bereavement Group
There is still space available in the current six-week session of the Partner Parishes Bereavement Group. Meetings are held on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at the church office. The group offers support for those individuals who are experiencing the loss of a loved one. If you would like to participate in the group, or if you have questions, please call the church office, 724-785-7781.
Come Join Us for Bible Study! Bible study classes will resume tomorrow, Jan. 8, 2018, on Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. at Crosskeys in Brownsville. We hope you will join us for these informative and thought-provoking classes. For more information, call Crosskeys at 724-785-6180.
Five to Join Secular Franciscan Order This Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018
Our parish family mourns the loss of parishioners Patricia Knight, Mildred (Millie) Shenal, and Connie Wertz. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.
All are welcome this Wednesday, Jan. 10, to pray and celebrate the profession of five adults into the Secular Franciscan Order. The individuals being called to follow Christ in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi are Donna Bryant, Theresa Mazur, Karen Rosinski, Rita Waltz, and Michael Zajac. The Mass will be at St. Joseph Church, Uniontown, at 6:00 p.m., with light refreshments to follow in the social hall. Please keep these individuals, who have been studying and discerning this call to become professed members, in your prayers. Come and explore how this fraternity will open new avenues in relationship to Our Lord.
Hymnal Bookplates Still Available
Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Host Day of Prayer for Sanctity of Human Life
Our Deepest Sympathy
Memorial bookplates for our parish hymnals are still available for a $20 donation. Please call the church of ice at 724-785-7781 with questions or to place your bookplate orders.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Classes Have Begun If you are interested in becoming a Catholic, our Partner Parishes RCIA classes have begun and we welcome you to join us. Classes are held on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. Please call the church office for more information, 724-785-7781.
The Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will host a Day of Prayer for the Sanctity of Human Life Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, at the Bishop Connare Center in Greensburg. The day begins with the rosary at 11:30 a.m., Mass at noon, Exposition at 1:00 p.m., afternoon prayers, and Benediction at 4:00 p.m. Participate in the whole day or any part of it. For information, call Millie Krinock, 724-537-2064.
Pastoral Musicians Program Set for Jan. 20 “Your True Voice,� a program for pastoral musicians led by Jeanne Cotter, will be held Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at St. Agnes Parish, North Huntingdon. Fee is $15. Information and registration at www.dioceseofgreensburg.org or the Office for Worship, 724-552-2589.
A Christmas Thank You
On Monday, Jan. 8, we celebrate the last liturgy of the Christmas Season, the Baptism of the Lord. On Tuesday we resume Ordinary Time. I could not let this opportunity go by without thanking all of our parishioners for the beautiful celebrations we had at the Partner Parishes. Although the weather was inclement, all who were able to attend our liturgies spoke of the beautiful Christmas decorations of both Churches. This would not be possible without the generous contribution of time and talent our dear parishioners devote to decorating the churches so festively. A profound thank you for your dedication to the Lord and our parishes. Our parishioners were also generous with their treasure. The Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia combined over the Christmas weekend Dec. 23-25 received donations of roughly $20,000. The breakdown by parish and nature of contributions was printed in our Dec. 31 bulletin. On behalf of This sign was donated to St. Cecilia Church by Virginia our parish staff and councils, thank you so much for your generosity. Vojacek in memory of her mothOn a personal level and on behalf of Fr. Alvin, we wish to express our er and brother, Rose Zias and appreciation for the warm wishes, inspirational cards, and gifts that so Edward Francis Zias. many shared with us throughout the Christmas Season. May the Lord continue to bless our parishes and members throughout this new year. — Fr Tim
Horrific Weather Conditions Bring Snow, Ice, and Lots of Extra Work for Chris! It is no revelation to anyone living in Western Pennsylvania during the last week of December and the first week of the new year that weather conditions have been severe. Our Maintenance Supervisor, Chris, has been doing a yeoman’s job of keeping up with the ongoing snow fall. The parishes had purchased a ton of salt which we utilized during the first series of snow events during the New Year’s weekend. The Partner Parishes have teamed with Crosskeys to maintain our campuses as free of snow and ice as possible. The plow truck we use is owned by Crosskeys which it has generously permitted the Partner Parishes to utilize. In response, Chris has been helping to maintain the lots and sidewalks that surround Crosskeys. We want to thank Sr. James Ann for her continuing support for our parishes. If any hazardous conditions are observed on the property during the inclement weather, please contact the office so that the matter can be addressed. If you happen to see Chris around our parish Our Partner Parishes Maintenance Supervisor, Chris Alexander, has been campuses, give him some encouraging hard at work recently trying to stay ahead of the snow and ice to keep our words. He has been working long and parishioners safe when attending services. Here’s Chris plowing just one of early hours trying to keep us safe. the many areas we need to keep clear.
3rd Sunday of OT
28 4th Sunday of OT
Youth Mass 11am
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Coffee and Doughnuts after 9:30 Mass at St. Cecilia
2nd Sunday of OT
Epiphany of the Lord
14
7
Mass Schedule 4p–St. Peter 8p-St. Cecilia
Bible Study 6pm CrossKeys
Bible Study 6pm CrossKeys
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22
Bible Study 6pm CrossKeys
Day of Prayer for Unborn
Bible Study 6pm CrossKeys
MLK Day Observed Office Closed
15
The Baptism of the Lord
8
Mass Schedule 9a–St. Cecilia 11a-St. Peter
Solemnity Mary, the Holy Mother of God
1
31 Holy Family
Mon
Sun
Choir Practice 6pm-Office
29
Choir Practice 6pm-Office
23
Choir Practice 6pm-Office
16
BAMA Meeting 9:30achurch office
9
Ss. Basil and Gregory
2
Tue
(Uniontown)
SVDP Food Bank
Bereavement Grp 6pm Off.
Bereavement Grp 6pm Off.
Bereavement Grp 6pm Off.
30 Bereavement Grp 6pm Off.
St. Francis de Sales
24
St. Anthony, Abbot
17
10
Bereavement Grp 6pm Off. KofC Meeting 7pm
3
Wed
January 2018
Partner Parishes of: The Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia
St. John Bosco
31
Conversion of St. Paul
Meals on the Blvd 4:45p Depart St. Peter
25
Depart for March for Life 10am
18
Meals on the Blvd 4:45p Depart St. Peter
11
St, Elizabeth Ann Seton
4
Thu
Ss. Timothy and Titus
26
March for Life DC
NO AM St. Peter Mass
19
12
5 First Friday Exposition & Benediction 8-9a-St.Peter St. John Neumann
Fri
27
Return from DC
20
13
Prolife Depart 7:15a St. Peter
6
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Church Office: 118 Church Street Brownsville, Pa 15417 Phone: 724-785-7781 Fax: 724-785-0844 Email: ssealy@dioceseofgreensburg.org
Partner Parishes of Historic Church of Saint Peter 300 Shaffner Avenue St. Peter Brownsville, Pennsylvania 118 Church Street & Brownsville, PA 15417 Saint Cecilia Church 1571 Grindstone Road O: 724-785-7781 Grindstone, Pennsylvania
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Mailing Address: Partner Parishes of St. Peter & St. Cecilia 118 Church Street Brownsville, PA 15417 Phone: 724-785-7781 Fax: 724-785-0844
Pastor: Rev. Micah E. Kozoil; Sr. Priest Active: Rev. James Petrovsky Office Manager: Mrs. Virginia Galway: Music Ministry: St. Peter: Daniel Kovacic; St. Cecilia: Eric Blanda Religious Education Coordinator: Mrs. Anita LaMendola: Youth Ministry: Patty Columbia Mass Schedule: Saturday Vigil 4:00 P.M. (EST); 5:00 P.M. (DST) (St. Peter) Sunday Morning 8:00 A.M. (St. Peter); 9:30 A.M. (St. Cecilia); 11:30 A.M. (St. Peter) Reconciliation: Noon to 12:30 p.m. St. Peter: 1st & 3rd Saturday St. Cecilia: 2nd & 4th Saturday Sacrament of Baptism Contact the parish as soon as you know that you are expecting a child. Sacrament of Matrimony Those entering into Marriage must contact the pastor at least one full year in advance of the wedding Sponsor Certificates You must be registered and active in the parish at least 4 months to receive a certificate. Please don’t come at the last minute! Sexual Child Abuse If you have a concern about sexual abuse of a child or young person by anyone in a parish or diocesan position — clergy, volunteer or paid staff — please contact Bishop Brandt’s delegate for matters of sexual misconduct. He may be reached at 724-837-0901 Ext. 221