Partner Parishes of Historic Church of St. Peter & St. Cecilia
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time January 22, 2017 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? The LORD is my life’s refuge; of whom should I be afraid? — (Psalm 27:1)
Parish Staff Pastor: Email: Parochial Vicar: Email: Business Manager: Email: Music Ministry: Religious Education: Youth Ministry: RCIA: Custodial Services:
Rev. Timothy Kruthaupt tkruthaupt@dioceseofgreensburg.org
Rev. Alvin Cabungcal
acabungcal@dioceseofgreensburg.org
Mrs. Shannon Sealy
ssealy@dioceseofgreensburg.org
Ms. Annette Buffer Mrs. Patty Craig Mr. Michael Bogden Dr. Melvin Sally Mrs. Tina Konter
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); 11:00 a.m. (St. Peter) Reconciliation: St. Peter: 3:00-3:45 p.m. every Saturday St. Cecilia: 8:30-10:00 a.m. every Saturday Sacrament of Baptism: Contact the parish as soon as you know that you are expecting a child. Baptismal prep is required. 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!
Historic Church of St. Peter 300 Shaffner Avenue Brownsville, Pennsylvania
Sexual Child Abuse If you have any suspicion about the sexual abuse (or any other type of abuse) of a minor child by anyone, please contact PA Childline immediately at 1-800 -932-0313. If the alleged abuser is functioning in a parish, school or diocesan position as clergy, religious, paid staff or volunteer, you are also requested to contact the Bishop’s Delegate for Matters of Sexual Misconduct after you have called the Childline number and made the report. The Bishop’s Delegate may be reached at 724-837-0901, Ext. 1221.
Mailing Address: Partner Parishes of St. Peter & St. Cecilia 118 Church Street Brownsville, PA 15417 Phone: 724-785-7781/Fax: 724-785-0844 Websites: www.stpeterstcecilia.org and www.historicchurchofstpeter.org
Office Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Mission Statement United as the parish family, The Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia Catholic Church of the Diocese of Greensburg come together under the guidance of the Holy Spirit to promote the mission of Jesus Christ and to live out our faith as Christians. Centered in the Eucharist, we are a welcoming community that exists to love, serve, and grow in our relationship with our Lord through prayer, worship and ministry. We strive to strengthen and inspire our parish family by understanding and passing on our faith.
St. Cecilia Church 1571 Grindstone Road Grindstone, Pennsylvania
Ministry Schedule January 28/29
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Saturday Vigil, January 21, 2017 4:00 p.m. P Pro Populo Sunday, January 22, 2017 8:00 a.m. P James R. Parrish (Susan Parrish) 9:30 a.m. C Catherine Savini (Louis Savini) 11:00 a.m. P Edna Durigon Seventh Anniversary of Death (Daughter Joyce & grandchildren) Monday January 23, 2017 7:30 a.m. P Robert Behary (Rita Verry) Tuesday January 24, 2017 7:30 a.m. P Betty Gancos (Nephew Michael Kelley & family) Wednesday January 25, 2017 8:00 a.m. C Rita Hovanec (Jeff, Melissa, Seth & Haley) Thursday January 26, 2017 7:30 a.m. P Jayne Loveland (Sister James Ann) Friday January 27, 2017 7:30 a.m. P John Sheehan (Kitty & Buster Hendry) Saturday, January 28, 2017 8:00 a.m. C Month’s Mind Anthony “Larry” Peccon (Parish family)
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Saturday Vigil, January 28, 2017 4:00 p.m. P Josephine Bogorae (Larry & Kim Harvey) Sunday, January 29, 2017 8:00 a.m. P Pro Populo 9:30 a.m. C Helen Richards (Katharine Klawitter) 11:00 a.m. P Alex McCune (Tina [Filchock] Warrell)
“The right to life is the first among human rights.” – Pope Francis
EM: Server: Lector:
4:00 p.m. St. Peter Gloria Wheeler Patty Craig Mark Galway Jolena Quarzo Brionna Staggers John Ball Cantor: Volunteer
EM: Server: Lector:
Tim Shimko John Peters Margaret Peters Andrew Frazee Volunteer Rose Ziglear Cantor: Samantha Ziglear
EM: Server: Lector:
Carl DellaPenna Jr. Carl DellaPenna Nancy Sebeck Caleb DellaPenna Anthony DellaPenna Mark Konter
EM: Server: Lector:
Larry Franks III Bert Smith Ron Dellarose Luke & Anna Clister Chuck Bogorae Cantor: Delaney Harvey
8:00 a.m. St. Peter
9:30 a.m. St. Cecilia
11:00 a.m. St. Peter
Attention all Eucharistic Ministers, Altar Servers, Lectors and Cantors If you are not able to keep your scheduled ministry date, it is your responsibility to find a substitute to fill in for you. Thank you!
Collection Report St. Peter Church 1/15/17 ADULT ENVELOPES (231) ......................... . ...$4541.00 STUDENT ENVELOPES (20) ...............................$44.00 MONTHLY (17)…………………………… ...........$660.00 LOOSE…………………………………….. ...........$361.00 CANDLES……………………………… ................$114.00 ACCENT ...............................................................$10.00
St. Cecilia Church 1/15/17 ADULT ENVELOPES (103) ..............................$2050.00 STUDENT ENVELOPES (5) .................................$10.00 LOOSE..................................................................$16.00 CANDLES .............................................................$39.00 ACCENT ...............................................................$65.00 SVDP ......................................................................$5.00 IMMACULATE CONCEPTION .............................$25.00
Mr. Frank Gigliotti, 98, beloved father of Fr. Vincent J. Gigliotti, died Jan. 17, 2017. Many of our parishioners remember Fr. Vince from his 15 years as Pastor of the Partner Parishes of St. Peter and St. Mary here in Brownsville, from 1995 to 2010. Please join us in praying for Mr. Gigliotti, Fr. Vince and their loved ones during this time of loss. If you would like to send your condolences to Fr. Vince, here is his address: Rev. Vincent J. Gigliotti, Pastor St. Anne Parish 1870 Rostraver Rd. Belle Vernon, PA 15012
In Cycle A, this entire year, we will study Matthew's Gospel. At the point we hear in today’s passage, Jesus has begun his public ministry in Galilee. John the Baptist has been arrested and the Lord begins his proclamation of the “Good News” saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of God is upon you." Jesus is in the town of Capernaum, the home of Peter, Andrew, James and John. In Chapter Nine of the Book of the Prophet Isaiah, quoted in Matthew’s Gospel, the prophet living 700 years before spoke of these events of Jesus’ ministry. During the life of Isaiah, the Northern Kingdom consisted of the 10 tribes that had broken away from Jerusalem and Judah. Isaiah was living when Assyria defeated the Northern Kingdom. The people were taken into exile in Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrians. That is the darkness; those are the taskmasters who weigh upon the shoulders of the people of that area, including Galilee, to whom they were subjected and of whom Isaiah spoke (as referenced above in Isaiah, Chapter Nine). Isaiah had prophesied in part, "For those dwelling in a land overshadowed by death, this light will arise." The light that arose was none other than our Lord, the light of the world, a light to every nation. Jesus began his public ministry attracting Jews and Gentiles, including Samaritans who lived in that area, in order to form a people of a New Covenant. Those who followed him, who became his disciples, after his death would begin spreading the “Good News’ throughout that area. Ultimately, through the work of St. Paul and other disciples who went throughout the Mediterranean basin attesting to Jesus as the light to the nations, the entire area would convert and enter the “light.” We hear, in today’s second reading, St. Paul speak of this truth in his letter to the people of Corinth. He had gone there and had established a Christian community. Traveling on to another location, he subsequently heard that there were divisions among the people: that some of the people said, "I'm a follower of Paul;" others, "I follow Apollo," and still others attest to Peter. There were some who recognized the source and the summit of faith and were followers of Jesus Christ. Paul, in his frustration, writes and says, "You don't understand. It wasn't I who was crucified for you; it was the Lord, Jesus Christ. Let there be no divisions among you. Do not follow human instruction or any individual but look at the light of all nations, Jesus Christ, and be formed in him." These divisions, unfortunately, were very real in Corinth and other Christian communities. Sometimes we experience similar divisions in our own time. For example, you'll hear people speak of the different devotions they practice. "I have devotion to the rosary; I pray it every day." Others say, "At the three o'clock hour, I pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy." Others say, "This coming Friday is First Friday; I follow very closely the devotion revealed to us by St. Margaret Mary, the Sacred Heart.” Others on the First Saturday venerate the Immaculate Heart of our Blessed Mother. So while some have these devotions, and all of them are wonderful, we should not allow our personal approach to Christ to cause distinctions or rivalry among us disciples. Sometimes you'll hear people say, "I like to participate in the Latin Mass like before Vatican II; that's when I can really focus on my prayer." Others say, "I love to hear the Mass said in English. Then I can truly understand the Word of God.” Once again, let us not be separated, but recognize that both of these Liturgies are valid, but they will touch individuals differently. For some, one more than the other will be inspiring, just the right prayer, that will enable them to come into a deeper relationship with the Lord in their prayer. However, they are not mutually exclusive. This week, when we go to Washington, D.C., for the March for Life, it will be a very powerful experience of joining with the hundreds of thousands participating in this yearly pilgrimage of faith. Many in attendance will have different approaches to the same objective of proclaiming the value of human life from the moment of conception until natural death. Some will carry banners saying, "Pray the Rosary." Others will have very graphic pictures of aborted fetuses. They think the images might shock people into supporting pro-life activities. Many have told me these images are offensive to them. However, no one can deny what they represent. The point is, all in attendance are focused on one thing, which is to proclaim the truth that each individual is created in the likeness of our loving God, with a distinct and a unique value unto themselves, and that all life is precious. Many will have different approaches, but each has one and the same purpose. This must also be true for us; as a faith community we individually will have our preferred prayers but, gathered at the Altar of Sacrifice, we share a common meal. We are of one heart and one mind in the knowledge of this gift from our loving God. We must be conscious of never letting our personal devotions, our approach to prayer, or other factors separate us. We seek common ground, recognizing the unique love and vocation God has for each of us. We focus on the Gospel of Jesus Christ that is the binding force and unity of our faith community. As members of the Body of Christ we go forth at the end of Mass commissioned to be the light of Christ in our portion of God’s Kingdom.
Date Changed for First Holy Communion Mass Please note that the date has been changed for our Partner Parishes children making their First Holy Communion this year. Fr. Tim will be celebrating the special Mass for our children on Saturday, May 6, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. at The Historic Church of St. Peter.
St. Cecilia Spaghetti Dinner Set for March 19th
Mark you calendar for St. Cecilia’s upcoming Spaghetti Dinner! Dinner includes spaghetti, two meatballs, salad, bread and dessert. Sunday, March 19 11 a.m. — 5 p.m. Adults: $8.00 Children under 12: $5.00 Takeouts will be available!
Jan. 27—Day of Prayer for Life
On Jan. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., a Day of Prayer for Life will be held at the Bishop Connare Center, Greensburg, hosted by the Greensburg Diocesan Council of the National Council of Catholic Women. People may join at any time during the day. For information, please call 724-537-2064.
Pro-Life Mass Offered Jan. 27 A pro-life Mass will be sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #1275 on Friday, Jan. 27, 2017, at 8:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Nativity Church in Uniontown. The Rosary will be recited after Mass and a one-hour pro-life stand will follow at Five Corners.
Collection for Central and Eastern Europe Feb. 4-5 The weekend of Feb. 4-5, we will take up the Collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. This collection supports the Church in more than 20 countries, many of which are still struggling to recover in the aftermath of Soviet rule. Funds from this collection support pastoral care, catechesis, building renovations, and seminary formation. Your support restores the Church and builds the future in this region. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this collection.
Teaching Our Children to Share Through Children’s Offering Envelopes
Teaching your children to share their time, talents and treasure from a young age is an important but sometimes difficult responsibility of parenthood. Here at the Partner Parishes, parents have an opportunity to teach their children the rewards of sharing their blessings through the Children’s Envelope program. Children’s envelopes recently were distributed in Faith Formation classes for grades 1 through 12. If your child did not receive his or her envelopes, please call the office, 724785-7781.
Would you like to join Fr. Tim and fellow parishioners as we journey to Washington, DC, for the March for Life? We would depart on Thursday, Jan. 26, at 10:00 a.m. and return Friday, Jan. 27. We would attend the Vigil Mass at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and also participate in the March and related events on Friday. If you are interested or have questions, please call Fr. Tim at the church office, 724-785-7781. Space is limited. If you are unable to attend, EWTN will broadcast the Vigil Mass and the March for Life. Please see the EWTN Programming Guides in the back of both churches.
Jan. 26-27, 2017 Washington, DC STAND UP for the Gospel of Life with thousands of others!
EWTN Newsle er Available We are making the winter issue of the EWTN programming schedule (January through March) available for pickup in the back of both The Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia. This issue also has been sent to our homebound parishioners. EWTN provides wonderful Catholic devo ons and inspira onal programs each day. For your viewing pleasure, here are the local cable and satellite EWTN channels:
Armstrong: Channel 43 Atlan c Broadband: Channel 21 DIRECTV: Channel 370 DISH Network: Channel 261
Allison Sallade Ann Baker Ann Bill Barbara Batovsky Barbara McNeeley Beverly Berish Bill Snodgrass Bob Clark Bob Magdic Bonnie Tarte Brandon Tomecsko Bryan Tomecsko Carl Butler Charlotte Katko Christine Rose Christopher Liebietreu Chuck Smith Cody Tylka Darla Stump David Ballant David Black Donald Maglietta Donna Fletcher Eleanor Dando Emma Null Fred Gnus George Babko Gerald Boggess Harold Seto Sr.
Helen Mendish Jackson Hodge James Illar Jeff Melhorn Jerry Zalek Jill Wible Joe Angell Joe Shashura Joel Shumar John Hlatky John L. Hankins, Jr. John E. Jenkins John Zulkowsky Johnny Little Joseph Jagoda Joseph Nehela Joyce Smith Kathleen Miller Laura Garee Lenny Zielinski Liliana Orris Lisa Chancey Luella Scholl M. V.
Margie Linzmeier Maria Coate MaryAnn Marshall Maryann Olenik Melvin Wence Michael Climes Sr. Nancy Heinbaugh Patricia Knight Patricia Urick Sawyer Patty Sluk Paul Cech, Sr. Rhonda Liggett Robert Franks Robert Stringert Robert Sunny Ronald Sabo Jr. Rose Marie Cross Ryan Barry Sammy Basile III Serena Snodgrass Shirley Mae Mislo Susan Nesti Sylvia Walinski Teresa Black Terry Thomas Tisa Lach V. V. Veronica Stringert Virginia Conaway
Welcome Our New Parishioners The Partner Parishes of The Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia are pleased to welcome several new families who have joined our faith community over the past few months, and we look forward to many more new members in the coming year. Be sure to offer a friendly smile as you greet them!
Brownsville Catholic Padres Upcoming Local Game Schedule Date
Time
Opponent
Location of Gym
1/21/17
11:30 a.m. — JV 12:30 p.m. — Varsity 1:30 p.m. — JV 11:30 a.m. — Varsity 12:30 p.m. — JV 1:30 p.m. — Varsity
Aquinas Academy Queen of Angels CDT Blue Mother of Sorrows School Mother of Sorrows 8 — Blue St. John the Evangelist
Brownsville Elementary School Home Gym
2/12/17
2:00 p.m. — Varsity
Geibel Catholic
2/18/17
10:00 a.m. — JV 11:00 a.m. — Varsity
St. John the Evangelist
1/28/17
Brownsville Elementary School Home Gym Geibel Catholic (611 Crawford Ave., Connellsville) St. John the Evangelist (52 Jefferson St., Uniontown)
Final DLA Figures for 2016
Bereavement Group Session Underway In response to the need of those in our community who have experienced loss, the Partner Parishes of The Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia offer a six-week faith-based Bereavement Group at the parish office. The group’s purpose is to provide mutual support guided by scripture, to share reac ons to loss, and to move toward healing. All parishioners and non-parishioners who have experienced both recent or past loss are welcome. The current six-week session began Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. at the church office and s ll has openings available. The next six-week session is scheduled to begin March 8, 2017. If you would like to par cipate in the group, or if you have ques ons, please call the church office, 724-785-7781.
2016 Contribution Records Now Available
It’s that time of year again. Contribution records can be obtained by placing a phone call to the church office or dropping your request in an envelope in the collection basket. “To err is human. . .” In the event that the contribution records you receive do not agree with your own records, please call the office at 724-785-7781. Thank you for your generosity! The Historic Church of St. Peter
Sanctuary Lamp In Memory of
The Historic Church of St. Peter
Bread & Wine In Memory of
Barbie Ann Balcik
John Mariscotti
by Aunt Anna & Uncle Gary
by Wife Irene & family
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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H: 724-785-7604 Parishes in the Diocese of Greensburg C: 724-984-6983*** “Pennsylvania Charitable Trusts”
Contact: Shannon Sealy MESSAGES:
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