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10 | STREAM lab: St. Bede unveils its new discovery center.

12 | Top educators: Northside school boasts three Golden Apple winners.

13 | Above average: St. Gregory School makes the grade in literacy.

14 | Honored alumnae: Former Catholic high school student helps win soccer World Cup.

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Building tomorrow’s leaders today Oakland Catholic partners with Outdoor Odyssey Leadership Academy

By MARY CLAIRE KASUNIC Typically, June marks the end of a busy school year, the start of summer and a relaxed schedule. Not true for Oakland Catholic High School.

June 2019 was packed with mission trips, travel abroad, conference presentations, faculty professional development and a brand-new leadership endeavor for students.

Thanks to the vision and generosity of donors who seeded the newly established Leadership Fund at Oakland Catholic, 10 rising juniors had the opportunity to

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participate in the pilot of a new partnership between Oakland Catholic and Outdoor Odyssey.

Established in 1998 on 500 acres in the Laurel Highlands, Outdoor Odyssey provides a unique wilderness experience that incorporates leadership skills, high adventure and team-building into a weeklong curriculum. It sets the stage for a year of continuous activity as graduates of the Leadership Academy, providing leadership and mentoring to peers and younger students.

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Some of the physical challenges involved getting a bit dirty, but maintaining a smile.

accepted the invitation to form the first Leadership Academy team, stepping up to the challenges presented to them with great success.

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Life-changing mission trip an inspiration

By ISAAC SUMMERS A group of 24 North Catholic High School students, parents and teachers traveled to Grenada in the southeastern Caribbean July 6-13 for their first international mission trip.

They stayed in Grenville at a retreat center run by the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother with 100 other students from across the United States to do service work for the poor on the island.

Students endured sweltering heat and humidity while painting and fixing homes. They also visited orphanages and homes for the mentally disabled, where they were able to play, sing and bring joy to the residents. The mission participants also put on a daily vacation Bible school for the children of Gouyave. The high school students and children had constant smiles on their faces.

“At any of the work sites we were given the opportunity to speak with the residents and get to know them. Developing relationships with such wholesome people was amazing because you could see God’s light and kindness in all of them,” said Kate Burke, a North Catholic senior who participated in her second mission trip, her first to Grenada.

In addition to the work they did, the students were able to focus on their relationship with Jesus. They attended daily Mass, experienced Eucharistic adoration, listened to faith witnesses and were able to share their experience of faith with the rest of the group.

When asked about her experience, North Catholic senior Maddie Laird said, “I think it is pretty safe to say that the mission trip to Grenada changed my life in ways I didn’t know were possible. Yes, I expected to come back home with a newfound respect for my faith, but I didn’t expect to come back with a newfound respect for life itself.”

On their free day, students were able to celebrate Mass in a soccer field with the local people, visit Grand Anse Beach and explore Annandale Falls. All of the missioners enjoyed the trip, and many students began making plans to go back to Grenada next year to be Christ’s hands and feet.

Many of the students called the trip “lifechanging,” “eye-opening” and “a light that

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The July service visit included house painting and repairs in the sweltering heat with about 100 other students from across the United States.

brought me closer to Christ and his people.”

Senior Mikey Koenig said, “This was the best week of my life.”

With all the excitement around service, campus ministry plans to expand to two mission trips next summer. One will be to a city nearby to serve the poor of the United States, offering a more affordable chance to go on a mission trip. The other will be for the upperclassmen of North Catholic to return to Grenada to continue the work started the previous summer.

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It’s in the cards for woman religious who threw perfect pitch

By CAROL ZIMMERMANN Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — The perfect pitch Dominican Sister Mary Jo Sobieck threw prior to a Chicago White Sox game last summer not only went viral but is still out of the park.

First, there was a bobblehead in her image and now, she has her own baseball card.

Not bad for a theology teacher at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago. And in baseball terms, it’s a double, because the money she gets for the cards goes directly to her school’s scholarship program.

Sister Mary Jo also got to throw out a pregame pitch in April at Busch Stadium in St. Louis before the Cardinals’ game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, which isn’t bad for the sister who also happens to be a Cardinals’ fan.

According to news reports, the Twins

rank at the top for the sister who grew up in Minnesota, followed next by the White Sox, but her favorite team in the National League is the Cardinals, whom she discovered and went to plenty of games to see, when she moved to Springfield, Illinois, to join the Dominican sisters there in 1993.

On April 8, she signed 260 limited-edition baseball cards bearing her image in the gym at Marian Catholic High School. The baseball card company, Topps, contacted her after her famous pitch in August 2018 and said a card picturing her would be perfect for their Allen and Ginter series, which also features pop culture icons and historical figures in its packs.

The image on the card is when she came off the mound pointing at White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito, who caught her pitch. She is wearing a Marian Catholic T-shirt over her white habit with the number “60” on it for

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Dominican Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, a theology teacher at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago, poses with Chicago White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito before she threw out the ceremonial first pitch during the White Sox game with the Kansas City Royals Aug. 18, 2018, in Chicago.

the school’s 60th anniversary.

She was chosen to throw out the first pitch that night because it was Marian Catholic Night at the ballpark.

For the card deal, Sister Mary Jo receives $1,000, which she is donating to the Sister

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Surrounded by students, Dominican Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, a theology teacher at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago, kicked off baseball season by debuting her very own 2019 Topps Allen and Ginter Baseball Trading Card in April.

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Catholic education key to fighting indifference, pope says

By JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Individualism and consumerism undermine the most basic rules of coexistence and challenge the principles of cooperation and mutual understanding promoted by Catholic education, Pope Francis said.

“The culture of indifference, which envelops relations between individuals and peoples, as well as the care of the common home, also corrodes the sense of humanism,” the pope said in a June 8 video message to participants at a three-day conference sponsored by the International Office for Catholic Education.

A “synergy of the various educational realities” is needed to confront this challenge, the pope said, and particularly requires working with families where one “learns to come out of one’s self and place oneself in front of the other, to listen, to share, to support, to respect, to help, to coexist.”

The international congress focused heavily on Pope Francis’ encyclical “Laudato Si’” and “on the contribution of the Catholic schools of the world to educate to solidarity, humanism and the safeguarding” of creation.

Catholic educational institutions, Pope Francis said in his message, are called to build a humanism that “proposes a vision of society centered on the human person and his or her inalienable rights” and capable “of instilling a soul in the same economic progress so that it may be aimed at the promotion of every man and woman in their entirety.”

“This humanistic perspective today cannot fail to include ecological education, which promotes a covenant between humanity and the environment, at the different levels of ecological balance: the interior one with one’s self, the one in solidarity with others, the natural one with all living beings and the spiritual one with God,” the pope said.

Applauding the conference participants’ efforts to develop a humanistic approach to education, the pope said that it was a difficult challenge, “which certainly cannot be tackled alone and in isolation” but must be confronted through “a work of discernment” as well as by “drawing from the great testimonies of the saints and holy educators, whose example is a beacon that

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can illuminate your service.”

Pope Francis said that Catholic educators are called to collaborate in “the growth process of humanity” through their professionalism and the consistent witness of their lives “to help young people become active builders of a more fraternal and peaceful world.”

“In a particular way,” he said, “Catholic educational institutions have the mission of offering horizons that are open to transcendence so that Catholic education can make a difference by cultivating spiritual values in young people.”

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New STREAM lab at St. Bede Retired Auxiliary Bishop William Winter and Father Thomas Burke, administrator, at the recent dedication of a STREAM lab at St. Bede School in Pittsburgh’s Point Breeze neighborhood.

The event attracted many families to the school to view the new discovery center, which stands for science, technology, religion, engineering, arts and math. In the background is Father David Taylor.

St. Wendelin School The students at St. Wendelin School range from preschool through eighth grade and receive a superior education from highly qualified educators. The weekly student Mass unites the students with the faith and church community showing that the school is a true mission of the church.

Although St. Wendelin School provides a variety of extra activities for students to participate, academic excellence is top priority in the school building at all times. The teacher student ratio is low to enable academic excellence and high performance through individualized instruction, technological advancements and best instructional practices, which are incorporated into every classroom.

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Going for the gold In her 2013 speech at the United Nations, young Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai said: “Peace is necessary for education. We are all together, united for the cause of education.

And if we want to achieve our goal, then let us empower ourselves with the weapon of knowledge and let us shield ourselves with unity and togetherness. One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.”

Every day that faculty members at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy enter their school in Pittsburgh’s Brighton Heights neighborhood, they take up the challenge of Malala.

Among the educators are three diocesan Golden Apple Award winners. Having a trio of

award winners raises the local community’s awareness of the quality of education at the school by recognizing its high standards of professionalism, leadership and innovation in teaching.

In 2009, Sharon Duerr was the recipient of the Golden Apple Award. Her students know she is always available and willing to listen whenever they need her support. Her colleagues say she is dedicated beyond measure, and that she has added much to the Spanish curriculum.

In 2014, Franciscan Sister Carol Ann Papp received the Golden Apple Award for principals. While ministering at St. Irenaeus School in Oakmont, she introduced robotics

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to the junior high students, helping lead students to believe in themselves and what they could accomplish. As an art major, creativity was key in whatever Sister Carol Ann introduced during her 13 years as administrator.

This year, Barbara Venturela received the award. Throughout her years in education, she has been active in her parish religious education program. Venturela has a special gift for preparing students to receive the sacraments, whether it be first Communion or confirmation.

Duerr and Venturela focus on providing resources like the Olweus Bully Prevention Program in their classrooms to promote an atmosphere of peace among their students.

As religion teacher for the junior high students, Sister Carol Ann promotes the social justice teachings of the Catholic Church and challenges students to live out the Beatitudes.

In her kindergarten through eighth-grade art classes, Sister Carol Ann introduces students to religious art and expression, such as studying the architecture and history of Notre Dame Cathedral or sketching the Last Supper.

All three of the Golden Apple educators at Northside Catholic Assumption Academy agree that no matter what the subject or grade, “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.”

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Mary Jo Endowed Scholarship Fund, established after she threw out the nowfamous pitch. The school has promoted the fund on social media noting that Sister Mary Jo is asking for matching funds for those who support Catholic education.

All of this fame might be new to the Dominican sister, but she’s hardly new to the sport that brought her to this level. In elementary school, high school and college she played softball, basketball and volleyball.

She certainly never imagined she would be on a baseball card.

“It is so out there,” she told the Chicago Tribune. “As a kid and athlete growing up, you always went to the store and bought the baseball cards and bubblegum.”

She also told the newspaper she sees a lot of parallels with religious life and sports.

“For me, religious life is also a team,” she said, adding that it requires “a lot of discipline, a lot of spiritual exercise.”

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Literacy benchmarks exceeded As part of the Diocese of Pittsburgh’s Literacy Initiative, the primary teachers at St. Gregory School received training through Step-By-Step Learning on specific literacy instruction and intervention.

The teachers learned how to better analyze their results and used the information to drive their instruction.

In-depth skill inventory data allowed St. Gregory teachers to create individual instructional planning sheets for each student in kindergarten and first grade.

Through this journey, the teachers learned about explicit, systematic, multitiered instruction and intervention.

As a result of the initiative, the school in Zelienople has seen remarkable success. In the 2018-2019 school year, 100% of kindergarten students met the end-of-year benchmark goals, up from 77% a few years ago. Additionally, 90% of first-grade students met the end-of-

year benchmarks, up from 83%.

While these numbers alone are impressive, it’s important to point out that not only did all of the students hit their benchmark, but 24 of 25 students were above benchmark. In the first-grade classroom, 21 of 29 students were above benchmark, and again 90% met their benchmark goals.

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Catholic alma mater cheers World Cup victory

By ELIZABETH BACHMANN Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Rose Lavelle skyrocketed from a star player, loping across the soccer fields at her Catholic girls high school in Cincinnati, to a superstar, scoring three goals for the U.S. women’s team at the World Cup and winning the Bronze Ball as the third-best player in the tournament.

Her high school, Mount Notre Dame, spent the days before the final excitedly cheering her on via Twitter, and it hosted a school-wide viewing party for the 2013 alumna’s game against Thailand June 11. They tweeted in support before the semifinal July 2 against England: “Good Luck to @roselavelle ‘13 and the Team USA today in the World Cup semifinals! #GoRose.”

On July 7, the U.S. won its record fourth FIFA Women’s World Cup title and second in a row, beating the Netherlands 2-0 in Lyon, France.

LaVelle scored the second goal.

Even as a young high schooler, Lavelle was dazzling on the field, according to Cincinnati. com. Mount Notre Dame celebrated Lavelle’s high school athletic accomplishments, including her four-year varsity performance, during which she earned First Team Honors, All-State player, and Cincinnati Enquirer Player of the Year her senior year.

But her passion for soccer dates back even earlier to her elementary school days. St. Vincent Ferrer School posted this along with a photo of a young Lavelle dressed as former superstar Mia Hamm: “Once upon a time, this little girl dressed up as her hero, Mia Hamm, for a book sharing project. Today, this amazing woman won her own gold medal, wearing the number 16, as part of the United States National Women’s Team that won their 4th World Cup Championship AND she won the Bronze Ball as the thirdbest player in the tournament! Now, little girls everywhere look up to her, and will be working hard to become like Rose.”

Hamm was a forward for the U.S. women’s national soccer team from 1987 to 2004. Now retired from soccer, she is a two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion and a two-time Olympic gold medalist.

After Lavelle and her U.S. teammates won in their final 2-0 game against the Netherlands, Mount Notre Dame celebrated in a Facebook post: “She’s always been a star to us! It has

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been an absolute joy to watch Rose Lavelle ‘13 shine in the World Cup. Can’t say we are surprised — she was voted Most Athletic her senior year! Congratulations to Rose and Team USA! The MND community couldn’t be prouder!

After high school, Lavelle went on to play for the University of Wisconsin, playing for the Seattle Sounders summer league team during her time off from school. That’s where she was really discovered by coach Jill Ellis, who stood by her during her 2017 hamstring injury, allowing her to blossom into a successful FIFA superstar.

After watching the final with bated breath, Lavelle’s hometown alma mater tweeted a joyful tribute to its local celebrity: “Congratulations @ USWNT! Couldn’t be prouder of our very own @ roselavelle! #FIFAWWC19.”

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Megan Rapinoe and Rose Lavelle of the U.S. celebrate being awarded the golden ball and bronze ball after winning the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Lyon, France, July 7.

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Rose Lavelle of the U.S., left, a graduate of Mount Notre Dame High School in Reading, Ohio, and Vivianne Miedema of the Netherlands battle for the ball during the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Lyon, France, July 7.

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Get to know Mary of Nazareth School Mary of Nazareth is a central hub of education in the eastern suburbs providing preschool through eighth-grade education grounded in the Catholic faith.

Located in White Oak (1640 Fawcett Ave.), the school is convenient to the borders of eight public school districts. Besides excelling academically, the Mary of Nazareth offers an affordable option for a quality education. Students learn Spanish starting in preschool and continue through eighth grade. The school has a variety of pre-K programs to offer, and its average class size is 15-20 students.

Mary of Nazareth also has a strong technology department, with all students having a computer device of some sort from preschool through eighth grade. They include tablets, Kindles, Gigabits, laptops and desktop units that are issued to the

students for the school year.

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At Mary of Nazareth, community service, athletics and camaraderie all are focal points in its pursuit of producing well-rounded students.

Athletically, students compete in soccer, volleyball, cross country and basketball. Academically, they compete in math, science, social studies, English and spelling.

The entire school is a team, working together, with a strong sense of family.

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What they say about SJHS Alumni, parents, family members and friends frequently contact St. Joseph High School to share successes and thank teachers and staff for preparing young Spartans for the world beyond school. Here are excerpts from a few stories in the words of recent graduates and their families.

“I am grateful for the endless opportunities that were available to me at St. Joseph High School and how well they have prepared me for Penn State University. The mathematics at St. Joe’s is beyond outstanding in how well it has prepared me for Calculus II. ... As for history and English, I don’t really know how those classes are here because I tested out of them with all the credits that transferred from the SJHS College in High School program.”

— Ethan Fontana ‘18, Penn State aerospace engineering sophomore

“I truly feel that St. Joe’s gave me the character to tackle anything life throws at me, and I feel that an attitude like that comes from the top (administration, staff and faculty) down to the students. Thank you so much for providing me with the opportunity to prepare myself for college and the years to come during my time at St. Joe’s!”

— Nathan Sullivan ‘18, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute computer and systems engineering sophomore

“I work for HM Health Solutions and am part of their Emerging Leaders Program. It is a two-year program where I will rotate through four different areas of the IT company. I look back on my time at St. Joe’s and see that the adaptive and driven personality I now have is a result of being able to lead and be involved in so many different activities and opportunities while at SJHS. I think one of St. Joe’s greatest assets is that the school creates an environment where each student can get involved in activities, sports, clubs or anything that interests them and can develop as a person.”

— Erin Gilboy ‘15, Duquesne University ‘18, information systems management, Highmark Health Solutions

“I just finished the first year of my Ph.D. in behavior analysis at Utah State University and was an author on a publication as well as a first author on a poster presentation at the Society for the Quantitative Analysis of Behavior conference. ... A huge advantage for me was graduating from SJHS with so many college credits, which allowed me to earn two degrees in four years. I know that the leadership opportunities, frequent writing assignments, as well as pursuing my love of art, helped me become well-rounded.”

— Emma Preston ‘14, Utah State University

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at Duquesne, so I could have an easier course load throughout my four years. This also allowed me to graduate with two minors and have time for clinical shadowing. Saint Joe’s also provided a great foundation for learning how to balance a busy schedule with extracurricular activities 2014 graduate Lauren and working.

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“What I love most about the St. Joseph High School community are the teachers. St. Joe’s teachers care as much about their students as the subjects they teach.

They are involved in the lives of those they serve as mentors, trusted advisers and allies. Having trusted adults meaningfully involved in the lives of our young adult children is integral to their development and to our sense of peace and security.”

— Anne and Ray Schratz, parents of ‘10, 12, 14, ‘18, ‘19 and ‘23 graduates Fall open houses are set for Sunday, Oct. 27, noon-2 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5-7 p.m. Visit SaintJosephHS.com. Discover St. Joe’s. Discover yourself!

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Providence Heights Alpha School students make new friends across the globe The mission of Providence Heights Alpha School challenges students to become servant leaders with a focus on social justice.

Recently, a new opportunity emerged connecting them globally to a developing school in West Africa.

The Faso Life program began several years ago with sisters Wendyam, Quermi and Wendkouni Ouedrago, who are from Ouagadougou, the capital of city of Burkina Faso. When looking at the need and poverty in their country, they decided to act.

Over the years, the sisters founded a charity called FASO Life, and raised money needed to buy land in the village of Tamssin in Burkina Faso. On the land, they built a small school and water pump.

In 2017, the three founding sisters worked with their youngest sister, Micheline “Mimi,” who attends La Roche University, to reach out to the students of the Alpha School.

Their school in Africa had only one class of second-grade students, but it was their goal to connect them to the pupils at Alpha to

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Alpha School teacher Erin Devore was eager to have her second-grade class do just that.

So began a beautiful connection between two groups of second-grade children across the globe, exchanging pen pal letters and photographs. The students in Tamssin write in French and the Alpha students in English, so Mimi continued to visit to translate and share news.

In 2018, the program spread to the entire school community. As school opened last fall, Principal Margaret Ruefle received a letter from the principal in Tamssin asking if the Alpha School would become an official “sister school” to their new and growing project.

Ruefle was delighted to accept.

Things have progressed quickly from that moment. Last school year, the Faso Life team was delighted to share the news that they had added a first-grade class to the now-thirdgrade class. Increasing the population of the school is vital for so many reasons, one of which being that the students are provided with one meal a day through the program.

The pen pal letters and visits with Mimi now connects two grade levels.

The student council president, Helen Katyal, and class representative Caroline Belt

were included in a board meeting through Skype with people in Switzerland and Burkina Faso to learn more about the project and how to engage the entire Alpha student population.

Seeing the need of the children and the importance the school plays in the life of the community, Alpha decided to organize a fundraising event called Penny Wars. The students raised more the $1,000 for their sister school during the event, and intend to make this an annual event.

Faso Life’s U.S.-based president, Suzie Devore, informed Alpha that the new school needed a new name. Officials in the region had stipulated that the school and the charity could not share a name. They asked the Alpha students to help.

The Alpha community was sensitive to the fact that choosing a name is a personal and important step. The students and teachers created and voted on several options for the Faso Life team and teachers at the school in Tamssin. They chose Maison de L’ecole Yennenga (The Yennenga School House).

Princess Yennenga is a powerful cultural icon for the people in the region. With a new name selected, the Alpha School marketing

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Micheline “Mimi” Ouedrago with second-graders at Providence Heights Alpha School in McCandless Township.

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Central Catholic students develop leadership skills Just like their counterparts at Oakland Catholic (see Page 4), 18 Central Catholic High School students embarked on a weeklong leadership development experience at Outdoor Odyssey Leadership Academy June 16-21. Located in the rolling hills of the Laurel Highlands, the primary mission of Outdoor Odyssey is to develop youth leadership skills through mentorship and a unique wilderness experience.

Through various physical challenges, discussions and community building exercises, the boys came to a deeper understanding of themselves and the role they play in being leaders at school.

“My experience at Outdoor Odyssey was surprisingly interesting, as well as spiritually and physically lifting,” said senior Adam Kozera. “It taught me how I can find better in myself and in others.

I plan on implementing the ideas that I learned during the upcoming school year.”

While at the Leadership Academy, the students tracked their progress, thoughts and findings, working closely with mentors from Outdoor Odyssey and Central Catholic. The students are now tasked with bringing the leadership skills they gained on the mountain back to school to share with the community.

Throughout the year, past Outdoor Odyssey attendees meet regularly to discuss how they are implementing their leadership skills and ways to improve the experience for the entire student body.

“Outdoor Odyssey provides a first-rate leadership experience for our students,” said Kevin Sheridan, assistant principal for faculty and curriculum development.

“Throughout the week, our students grew in confidence and rose to every challenge,” he said. “It was exciting to see the students grow as leaders and live out the values of genuine concern, teamwork and respect for others. I am looking forward to helping our students implement the values that they learned throughout the year.”

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Academy. The cost of this program was offset by the generosity of the Class of 1982 Leadership Fund. The 1982 alumni established the fund to support and enhance existing and new leadership development initiatives.

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team created a school logo for MEY. As the 2019-2020 school year begins, the students of the Alpha School and the Yennenga School are ready to deepen friendships and expand connections. Mimi and the Faso team plan to visit all grades monthly to discuss news and projects.

The students in middle school will learn about the country and region, and they will develop a new school buddy program. The students in second through fourth grade will continue to write letters and share news and pictures. The students wish to expand their fundraising efforts to two events, and there has even been some discussion of traveling to Washington, D.C. to meet with a Burkina Faso embassy official.

Hopefully, the Yennenga School House will grow and serve many children over the years.

This new facility will be supported by a school with almost 100 years of Pittsburgh history in its wake. To learn more and see Alpha and MEY students, visit www.fasolife.us.

Second-graders at Maison de L’ecole Yennenga (The Yennenga School House) in Burkina Faso with a ball sent to them from the Alpha School.

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adversities and obstacles, pushed themselves far beyond their comfort zones, and managed the group dynamics that every leader faces as she figures out the curveballs thrown in her direction while maintaining a positive attitude and encouraging those around her.

English teacher Jane Jeffries, a member of the school’s Class of 2008, stayed all week, participating in many of the challenges herself. Principal Marisa Greco and President Mary Claire Kasunic shared a chaperone position by splitting the week. School counselors Elyse Lanzendorfer and Angela Orbin rotated through a full 24-hour stay to observe the activities and leadershipbuilding process.

In addition to physical challenges such as a high-ropes course, tower climb and zipline escape, the participants went on a strenuous hike in the rain outfitted with gear to a campsite in the woods. The team

spent the night and went spelunking in Bear Cave. The young women also engaged in leadership discussion sessions, debriefing conversations after challenges and motivational strategy talks.

Based on a set of leadership principles that apply to everyday work, life and relationships, the Outdoor Odyssey program is more than the exhilaration of a high adventure experience. The ultimate goal is to build confidence in the individual while instilling ideas on how that individual can become a more effective leader.

While building the individual leader is an important focus, the program also prioritizes the team and the importance of communication, trust, cooperation and acceptance among all members of any team.

Oakland Catholic looks forward to reaping the benefits of its leadership training in the coming school year, and plans to send another cohort of leaders to Outdoor Odyssey next June.

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The following compiled listing of fall events was submitted to the Pittsburgh Catholic by parishes and other organizations throughout the sixcounty Diocese of Pittsburgh. Listing is by month and date, followed by ongoing events throughout the fall season.

SEPTEMBER 22 | SUPERSIZED BREAKFAST 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Marian Hall of St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, Glenshaw. Menu includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, made to order omelets and more. Goodwill offering accepted.

22 | FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON 11 a.m. (doors open), South Hills Country Club, Whitehall. Cost is $35, with proceeds benefiting the Anna Seethaler Hospital in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Call Cheryl at 412-885-6353.

23 | GOLF OUTING “Swing for St. Bernard School,” 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. shotgun start, 1 p.m. luncheon, Quicksilver Golf Club, 2000 Quicksilver Road, Midway. Cost is $125 per golfer, $450 per foursome, and includes light breakfast, green and cart fees, 18-hole, four-person scramble golf, luncheon and prizes. Call Molly Jesso at 412-341-5444 or e-mail mjesso@stbpgh.org.

23 | DISRUPTING HEALTHCARE CONFERENCE 8:30 a.m.-noon, Gailliot Center on campus of Carlow University, Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Nationally acclaimed nursing and healthcare innovator and author Dr. Daniel Weberg is keynote speaker. Cost is $40, and three continuing education credits. Visit www.carlow.edu/events.

23 | WINE AND CHEESE WITH THE MASTERS 5:30-8 p.m., Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood.

Cost is $10. Will discuss Benedict of Nursia.

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Facilitators are Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. To register, call 412-341-7494, or e-mail epiphanyassociation@gmail.com.

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23 | MASS IN HONOR OF ST. PADRE PIO

Prayers for end of abortion, at the intersection of Liberty and Smithfield Streets in Downtown Pittsburgh (in front of Planned Parenthood). For information, visit www.40daysforlifepittsburgh. com.

7 p.m., St. Augustine Church of Our Lady of the Angels Parish, Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. There will be opportunity to venerate some of St. Pio’s relics.

24 | CELEBRATION OF DIVINE LITURGY OF ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM 7 p.m., St. Thomas à Becket Parish, Jefferson Hills. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus.

25 | IMMIGRANT FORUM AND NETWORKING 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Union Building on campus of Duquesne University, Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood. Goal is to connect immigrants and international entrepreneurs to Pittsburgh’s diverse business resources and economic development programs. Free, and includes lunch. To register, call 412-396-6233, email duqsbdc@duq.edu or visit www.sbdc.duq.edu.

25 | PATRIOTIC ROSARY 7 p.m., Transfiguration, Russellton.

25-26 | EPIPHANY INSTITUTE “Three Modes of Spiritual Direction,” 5:30-8:30 p.m. each evening, Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood. Program focuses on three foundational modes of spiritual direction. Co-facilitators: Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. Cost is $40 for both sessions, with four Continuing Education Credits awarded upon completion. Registration deadline is Sept. 15. To register, call 412-341-7494,

25-NOV. 3 | 40 DAYS FOR LIFE CAMPAIGN

25-NOV. 13 | “RETREAT IN EVERYDAY LIFE” BEGINS St. Joseph Spirituality Center in Baden will sponsor program that mirrors the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola in an abbreviated format, from Sept. 25 through Nov. 13.

Participants commit to pray each day following a guided structure, and gather every Wednesday, from 1:30-3 p.m. or 6:30-8 p.m., at motherhouse in Baden. Cost is $75. Call 724-869-6587 or visit www.stjoseph-baden.org/spirituality.

26 | DINE TO DONATE 4-10 p.m., Texas Roadhouse, 1155 Washington Pike in Bridgeville. The Confraternity of Christian Mothers of Holy Child Parish receive donation of 10 percent of total food purchase.

27 | RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

2-7 p.m., social hall of St. Cecilia Parish, Rochester. For information and to register, call 724-775-0801.

27-OCT. 1 | NOVENA TO ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX Held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Pittsburgh’s Polish Hill neighborhood. Schedule: Friday, Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m. Mass and novena; Saturday, Sept. 28, 4:30 p.m. Mass and novena; Sunday, Sept.

29, 10 a.m. Mass and novena; Monday, Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m. Mass and novena; Tuesday, Oct. 1 (Feast

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Day), 6:30 p.m. Mass and novena. Also, Wednesday in October will be Mass and Marian devotions at 6:30 p.m.

27-29 | BEGINNING EXPERIENCE RETREAT

Martina Spiritual Renewal Center, West View, to help those widowed, divorced or separated work through grief and begin on their healing journey.

For more information, call Mary at 412-523-2405, or Rob at 412-584-5575.

27-29 | MEDITERRANEAN FOOD FESTIVAL

Noon-8 p.m. (until 6 p.m on Sept. 29), St. George Orthodox Church, 3230 Washington Pike, Bridgeville. For information, call 412-221-2277 or visit www.stgeorgebridgeville.org.

27-29 | WOMEN’S RETREAT

4:30 p.m. through noon on Sunday, Sept. 29, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.

28 | APPLE DUMPLING FESTIVAL

8 a.m.-4 p.m., St. John Parish, Fenelton. Featuring giant rummage sale, bake sale, raffles and more.

Menu features fresh-baked apple dumplings, homemade soups (also available in pints and quarts to go), haluski, stuffed cabbage, hot sausage, hot dogs, beverages and more.

28 | YOUTH CONFERENCE

“Teens Encounter Christ,” for seventh- and eighthgrade students, 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Quigley Catholic High School, Baden. Includes speakers, Eucharistic adoration, live music, Mass and confession. Speakers include Father Mike Ackerman, Genevieve Jackson, Rebekah Myron, Louis Bosco and Sister Mary Gianna. Cost is $35 for day, $20 for half day, $25 sibling discount, $12 half day sibling discount.

To register, visit www.qchs.org.

28 | STEPHEN MINISTRY INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP

9 a.m.-1 p.m. (8 a.m. check-in), St. Richard Parish, Richland Township. Three sessions include: Ministering to those experiencing grief; Introduction to Stephen Ministry; How to care in a distinctively Christian way. Cost is $15 per person, $50 per congregation of four or more. To register, call 1-314-428-2600 or visit www.stephenministry. org/workshop.

28 | HARVEST DAY

11 a.m.-5 p.m., Villa Maria Farm, Villa Maria.

Hosted by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, festivities include hay rides, children activities, face painting and more. Featuring fresh produce for sale at Villa Maria Farm Produce market, bakery, gift baskets and vendor sales and Villa Shoppe. Variety of food, including famous butternut squash soup.

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Free parking and admission. For more information, visit www.humilityofmary.org.

“Bread was never reserved for our family alone; it was meant to be shared with friends and neighbors. Tuesday was baking day and they knew it. Holiday breads were especially appreciated and not a scrap was wasted.

Bread could be reconstituted into any number of new forms from homemade croutons to turkey stuffing. Bread was also a great teacher of the need to follow rules like: “Wet the yeast with tepid water and make it the last ingredient you add to your mixture.”

The results of adhering to tested wisdom generated a new echelon of bakers, who knew that dough will not rise properly if the yeast is old or if it is softened in water that is too hot.” (taken from Pg. 44 of Susan’s book, Table of Plenty).

28 | ULTIMATE SPORTS SHOW AND RAFFLE

11:30 a.m. gates open, RC Men’s Club, Herman.

Sponsored by St. Mary Parish in Herman. Food features beef, pig and chicken barbecue. Raffle drawn every 10 minutes, starting at 12:30 p.m.

Prizes include trips, vacations, guns, bows and cash. Cost is $25. For tickets and information, call the following: Gary Martin, 724-991-3370; Leann Bauer, 724-822-7381; Becky Kriley, 724-823-7850; Parish, 724-285-3285.

28-29 | FESTA ITALIA

4:30-9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, noon-6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, St. Michael Parish, Butler. Saturday features Italian Village Shops that include: ice cream parlor; bakery; theme baskets; rosary makers; youth activities; monetary raffles and more.

Ristorante serves a la carte items of chicken piccata with rice, eggplant Parmesan, hot sausage, lasagna, stuffed shells, wedding soup, Italian Love Cake and much more. Entertainment provided by Mirella the Musician from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday features spaghetti dinner, with entertainment provided by Joe Savannah, accordionist, from 1-5 p.m.

29, OCT. 20 AND NOV. 24 | ST. JOSEPH GUILD’S DISCERNMENT GROUP

For men, ages 18-40, 9:30 a.m., St. Paul Seminary, Crafton. Includes Mass, brunch, discussion and adoration. Visit www.pghpriest.com.

29 | MASS OF ANOINTING

1:30 p.m., St. Anthony Chapel, Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood. The Sacrament of the Sick will be offered during a special Mass. Ladies of Charity will offer bottles of holy water to take home for those who cannot attend.

29 | MUSIC PLUS CONCERT

3 p.m. (pre-concert at 2:30 p.m.), St. James Parish, Sewickley. Featuring virtuoso flutist Alberto Almarza, assisted by Vahan Sargsyan on piano. Free and open to public. Dessert reception follows. For information, call 412-741-6650.

Ingredients 6 eggs 6 cups flour 6 tbs. sugar ½ cup warm water 6 tbs. vegetable oil 2 tsp. salt 2 (.25 ounce) packages of active dry yeast ½ cup butter, softened.

Directions Dissolve yeast in tablespoon water and a tablespoon of sugar. In a large mixing bowl, beat together eggs, sugar, salt, water, and oil, then add yeast mixture. Slowly add flour and work dough well. Let dough rise for a hour in warm place, with damp cloth covering bowl.

When dough has doubled, punch it down, cover the bowl, and let rise another hour.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place dough on flat surface and roll out, then cut into three rounded portions, like a pie crust.

Lightly spread butter the three pieces, then cut each portion into six or eight wedges. Roll thinnest part of wedge toward the largest, forming crescent, place on greased baking dish. Continue rolling wedges until all dough is used. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until rolls are golden brown. (Recipe on Pgs. 111 and 112 in Susan’s book, Table of Plenty).

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29 | ARTSY DOODLE CRAFT PARTY 5-8 p.m., social hall of St. Cecilia Parish, Rochester. Choice of making custom doormat, wood signs or burlap door hanger. For information, call Sue Jamery at 724-312-0142 or e-mail sjamery@ hotmail.com.

29-DEC. 1 | CATHOLICISM SERIES

Sundays, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., St. Pius X hall, Room 107 of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, Pleasant Hills. Study uses Bishop Robert Barron’s DVD and study guide. All are welcome.

30 | WINE AND CHEESE WITH THE MASTERS

5:30-8 p.m., Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood. Will discuss Hildegard of Bingen. Cost is $10. Facilitated

by Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. To register, call 412-341-7494, or e-mail epiphanyassociation@ gmail.com.

30 | “FOLLOWING CHRIST” SERIES BEGINS

6:30 p.m. on Mondays for seven weeks, Immaculate Conception Church hall of St. Maria Goretti Parish, Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood.

OCTOBER WEDNESDAYS | MASS AND MARIAN DEVOTIONS 6:30 p.m., Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Pittsburgh’s Polish Hill neighborhood.

1 | HOLY HOUR

7 p.m., St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, Glenshaw.

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Noon-1:30 p.m., Neighbors North Community Center at St. Athanasius Parish, West View. Cost is $10. Guests can bring a lunch. For information, call 412-931-6633.

2 | HOLY HOUR AND CLOSING MASS

6 p.m., Transfiguration Parish, Russellton. Mass will be offered for the special intention of spiritual deliverance for drug users and former users to heal their cravings, and for dealers to turn away from business. Mass will close novena to St. Michael the Archangel.

2 | SPEAKER

“Can We Talk About Race? A Conversation with Beverly Tatum,” 7-9 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Sponsored by Association of Pittsburgh Priests. Cost is $20. Call 412-366-1124.

3 | MASS

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Assisi, 6:30 p.m., St. Augustine Church of Our Lady of the Angels Parish, Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood.

Pittsburgh’s South Side. For information, call Laura at 412-563-3189, ext. 204.

4-10 p.m., St. Malachy, Kennedy Township.

Nationality food booths include German, Italian, Slovak, Mexican, American and more. Food menu features gyros, pierogies, homemade cookies, funnel cakes, doughnuts and more. Also, raffles, instant bingo, children’s games and more.

4 p.m. through 2 p.m. on Oct. 6, The Newman Center at St. Agatha-St. James in Philadelphia. Program will celebrate 125th anniversary of Catholic campus ministry. Includes address by Dr. Jonathan Reyes, gala, Mass and luncheon. One highlight will be ribbon cutting ceremony to inaugurate new four story Newman Center. For more information, visit www.newman.upenn.edu/newmancelebration.

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6-10 p.m. (dinner, 6-9 p.m.), St. James Parish, Sewickley. Includes children’s games, tractor rides, music and entertainment in outdoor atmosphere with friendship fireside settings. Dinner menu features German potato salad, hot dogs, pork and beans, applesauce, German chocolate cake, macaroni and cheese and sauerkraut and kielbasa.

Cost is $13 for adults, $3 for children up to seventh grade and $5 for those in eighth through 12th grade. Sponsored by parish’s Knights of Columbus.

4 | ORGAN CONCERT

7:30 p.m., St. Paul Cathedral, Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Organist is Janette Fishell. Free and open to public, with goodwill offering accepted.

4-6 | WOMEN’S RETREAT

4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, Oct. 6, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.

4-6 | IGNATIAN RETREAT WEEKEND

7 p.m.-noon on Sunday, Oct. 6, St. Joseph Spirituality Center, Baden. Rooted in spirituality of St. Ignatius Loyola, retreat provides atmosphere of silence and meditation for scripturual based prayer in contemplative mode. Cost is $140, and includes meals, lodging and individual direction. To register, call 724-869-6587, or visit www.stjoseph-baden. org/spirituality.

4-6 | WOMEN’S RETREAT

Sponsored by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Margaret and SS. Simon and Jude parishes, to be held at St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center on

4-6 | CONFERENCE AND 125th NEWMAN CELEBRATION

4-6 | WOMEN’S RETREAT WEEKEND

“Women of Wisdom,” 8 p.m. through lunch on Sunday, Oct. 6, Martina Spiritual Renewal Center, West View. Presented by JoAnn Paradise. Cost is $140. Registration deadline is Sept. 6. To register, call 412-931-9766 or visit www.martinacenter. com.

4-DEC. 10 | 33 DAYS TO MORNING GLORY STUDY 6:30 p.m., then continues on Tuesdays, from Nov. 12 through Dec. 10, St. Catherine of Sweden, Hampton Township. Features video lessons by Father Michael Gaitley, who will share teachings of scripture and saints, helping to reach Jesus through Mary. For more information, and to register, call Will Reaves at 412-486-6001, ext. 15, or e-mail willr@scospgh.org.

5 | ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW

9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Thomas More, Bethel Park.

5 | CASINO TRIP

9 a.m.-6 p.m., leaving from Mother of Good Counsel Church in Pittsburgh’s East End. Visiting Meadows Casino and Tanger Outlets. Cost is $35, with $15 in free play. For reservations, call Tina at 412-205-3674.

5 | OKTOBERFEST

3-7 p.m. traditional German dinner served (4 p.m. Mass), Most Holy Name Parish, Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood. Includes beers from Penn Brewery, German-themed basket raffle and more.

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Entertainment includes live performance from The Alpen Schuhplattler Und Trachten Verein D’Pittsburgher, a premier Bavarian dance group.

Dinner tickets are $15 for adults, and $5 for children. For tickets, call parish at 412-231-2994.

5 | DINNER/DANCE

6:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. dinner, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Entertainment provided by Beatles cover band, with former WTAE news anchor Sally Wiggin serving as emcee. Event is held to honor those who have lost their battle with addiction, and those who are still suffering. Tickets are $55, with proceeds benefiting the Diocesan Addiction and Recovery Ministry, as well as Light of Life Rescue Mission. For tickets, visit http://bit.ly/2Ln2FSj.

5 & 6 | PARISH RUMMAGE SALE

8 a.m.-2 p.m., and noon-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6, St. Aloysius Parish, Reserve Township. Features 18 rooms and three garages.

6 & 20 | EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

11:30 a.m.-Benediction at 4:30 p.m., St. Sebastian Parish, Ross Township.

6 | BLESSING OF PETS

1 p.m., steps of St. Joseph Church of St. Maria Goretti Parish, Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood.

7 | WINE AND CHEESE WITH THE MASTERS

5:30-8 p.m., Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood.

Cost is $10. Facilitated by Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. To register, call 412-341-7494, or e-mail epiphanyassociation@gmail.com.

7 | PART TWO “IMMIGRATION: THEN AND NOW” SERIES 7-9 p.m., Garden room of St. Patrick, Canonsburg.

Viewing of “Black Fury,” a 1935 Warner Brothers film starring Paul Muni that was banned in Pennsylvania. Movie spotlights the struggles of Eastern European immigrants, who came to coal mines of Western Pennsylvania.

7-10 | PARISH MISSION

“Follow the Footprints: Disciples of Jesus in the Real World,” 6:30-7:30 p.m. Location schedule: Monday, Oct. 7, St. Frances Cabrini, Center Township; Tuesday, Oct. 8, St. Titus, Aliquippa; Wednesday, Oct. 9, Our Lady of Fatima, Hopewell Township; Thursday, Oct. 10, St. John the Baptist Parish, Monaca. Led by Capuchin Friar Father John Petrikovic.

9 | ABIDE IN HIS LOVE

7-8:30 p.m., St .Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Presented by Mary French. Cost is $10. To register, call 412-381-7676.

11-13 | INDOOR FESTIVAL

11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. on Oct. 11, 5-10 p.m. on Oct. 12, noon-6:30 p.m. on Oct. 13, St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Homestead. Featuring nightly bingo, huge Chinese auction, games, flea market, bake shop and more. Variety of ethnic food served, including American, Slovak, Italian, German. Also, crepes, ice cream, milk shake and more. Friday features fish fry. Entertainment: Friday, Mansfield 5; Saturday, Dallas Marks; Sunday, Matt Tichon.

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11-13 | WOMEN’S EMMAUS RETREAT 6 p.m. through 3 p.m. on Oct. 13, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Provides women a safe and comfortable environment to learn to recognize Jesus in their everyday lives, and renew relationship with Lord through personal reflection and sharing.

For more information, and to register, visit www. stmpgh.org/emmaus-women.

11 AND NOV. 8 | LUNCHEON Noon, St. Ursula Parish hall, Allison Park. Guests share a meal and join in conversation. Suggested donation is $5. For information, call Jan Kowalski at 412-654-4721, or e-mail jkowalski02@yahoo. com.

12 | RUMMAGE SALE 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Hidden Treasures rummage house of Most Holy Name Parish, Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood.

12 | CRAFT FAIR 10 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Richard, Richland Township.

12 | FESTIVAL OF PRAISE 7-8:30 p.m., St. Albert the Great Church of Holy Apostles Parish, Baldwin. Includes adoration, inspirational talk and worship and praise music with parish’s praise band.

13 | FIRST RESPONDERS MASS Noon, St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, Hampton Township. First responders from local fire, police and EMS agencies will be acknowledged. Reception will follow in social hall. Equipment will be displayed in lower parking lot.

13 | ROSARY AND TALK 7 p.m. St. Teresa of Avila, Perrysville. Held the 13th of every month.

13 | FAITH AFLOAT For high school-age students, 3-6 p.m., Gateway Clipper Empress, with boarding at Station Square on Pittsburgh’s South Side. Includes prayer, dinner, dynamic talks, praise and worship, games, prizes and dance party. Cost is $21. Purchase tickets by Oct. 1. Visit www.pghpriest.com.

Pumpkin Delight Submitted by Rosemarie Glaser Our Lady of Grace, Scott Township.

“This recipe is a must at our Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone prefers it over pumpkin pie.”

Crust: 1 yellow cake mix (minus 1 cup) 1 stick melted margarine 1 egg Blend dry cake mix with margarine and egg. Pack in 9x13 greased pan.

Filling: 1 large can pumpkin 3 eggs 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2/3 c. evaporated milk 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. allspice 1/2 tsp. ginger 1/2 tsp. salt Mix all ingredients and beat with mixer until well blended. Spread over cake layer.

Topping: 1 cup reserved cake mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup margarine 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Blend just until crumbly. Sprinkle over top filling and bake at 350 degrees for 50 - 60 minutes.

Top with Cool Whip.

13 | PEACE FORUM 3-5 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Sponsored by Pittsburgh North People, program features speaker on current issues relating to peace and justice. For information, call 724-719-2571.

14 | PART THREE “IMMIGRATION: THEN AND NOW”

7-9 p.m., viewing of “Sin Nombre,” a 2009 film about a Honduran girl trying to immigrate to the United States, and a boy caught up in violence of gang life, Garden Room of St. Patrick Parish Center, Canonsburg.

15 | SPEAKER SERIES

7 p.m., John Paul I Center, Sharpsburg. Officer Brian Hoebel will discuss law enforcement and addiction. Sponsored by the Addiction Recovery Ministry. Free and open to public.

15 | MARIAN-MEDJUGORJE DEVOTIONS

7 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Monastery, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-1188.

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18 | FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO 5:30 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. early birds, 7 p.m. regular bingo, St. Eugene Church of St. Mark Parish, Liberty Borough. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at door. Also features Chinese auction, door prizes, food, 50/50 and more. For tickets and special needs seating, call parish office at 412-6786275, or Cathy at 412-980-2918.

18-20 | MEN’S ALANO RETREAT

4:30 p.m.-11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.

19 | CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR

10 a.m.-3 p.m., Holy Cross Academy, 307 Siebert Road, Ross Township. Featuring a variety of crafts, food trucks, bake sale, kids’ area, vendor raffle and much more. Accepting non-perishable food items to benefit local pantry. Admission is free and open to public.

19 | CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW

10 a.m.-3 p.m., Holy Spirit Parish, West Mifflin.

19 | BUNDLE DRIVE

1-6 p.m., parking lot of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Carnegie, to benefit St. Vincent de Paul Society.

19 | MASQUERADE CHARITY BALL

7-11 p.m., The Boiler Room, 1221 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood. Presented

by Ladies of Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 11. Features open bar, dinner, dancing with Mansfield 5, raffles, prizes and more. Cost is $55 per person, $100 for two tickets. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 412-445-7423, 412-431-3935 or 412-956-5173. Also visit www.

LAOHdiv11.com.

412-605-4496, or e-mail josetteb7@verizon.net.

11 a.m.-6 p.m., St. Cecilia Parish, Rochester.

Featuring pork and sauerkraut or ham and cabbage dinner. Cost is $10 for adults, $4 for children ages 5-12 and free for children ages 4 and under. For takeout, call 724-775-3776.

7-8:30 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Cost is $15 per person. To register, call 412-366-1124, or e-mail kearns@cdpsisters. org.

20 | OCTOBERFEST

20 | PCUC BANQUET

Celebrating 50th Anniversary of People Concerned for Unborn Child (PCUC), 1 p.m. (doors open at noon), Pittsburgh Plaza Hotel, Green Tree. Speaker is Kristen Hawkins, president, Students for Life.

Cost is $35. Visit www.pcuc.org, or call 412-5319272.

20 | COME AND SEE

2 p.m., Lower Room of St. Augustine Church of Our Lady of the Angels Parish, Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. The St. Augustine Fraternity of Secular Franciscans will sponsor event for those discerning a Franciscan vocation to the order.

For more information, contact Josette Baker at

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20 | MUSIC PLUS CONCERT

3 p.m. (pre-concert at 2:30 p.m.), St. James Parish, Sewickley, featuring harpist Marissa Knaub Avon, with cello and flute. Non-perishable food items for Sewickley food bank collected. Dessert reception to follow. Free and open to public, with goodwill offering accepted. For information, call 412-741-6650.

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21 | HUMAN RESOURCE SEMINAR

6:30-8:30 p.m. (6 p.m. reception and networking), Ryan Room of the Zappala Center on La Roche University campus, McCandless Township.

“The Employee Lifecycle: How Life Intersect with Work and What HR Can Do,” presented by Tracy L. Stough Grajewski. Cost is $15. To register, visit www.laroche.edu/hrmseries.

less Township. Author Natasha Garrett will lead discussion, and read excerpts from her book, “Becoming American: An Immigrant Experience.” Cost is $20, and include copy of book. To register, call 412-366-1124, or e-mail kearns@cdpsisters.org.

22 | ROSARY WALK

7-8 p.m., pray rosary through local community, starting at Legion of Mary Home, Pittsburgh’s Carrick neighborhood. For information, visit www. pittsburghregia.com.

22 | HEALING PAINFUL MEMORIES

7-8:30 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Presented by Passionist Father Michael Salvagna. Cost is $10. To register, call 412-381-7676.

23, 30, NOV. 6 and 13 | SPIRITUAL DIRECTION-IN-COMMON

10 a.m.-noon, Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Discussion in safe and non-threatening environment. Cost is $20. To register, call 412-366-1124, or e-mail kearns@cdpsisters.org.

6:30-8 p.m., Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood.

Evening includes group spiritual direction-incommon, facilitated by Dr. Susan Muto. Participants are asked to commit to attending all four sessions as they meditate on sections from book, “Drop Your Nets and Follow Jesus.” Cost is $40, plus book purchase. Registration deadline is Oct. 15. To register, call 412-341-7494, or visit www. epiphanyassociation.org.

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2 | DAY OF REFLECTION 10 a.m.-noon, Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Program is for those grieving the death of a loved one, and those who support them.

Facilitated by Sister of Divine Providence Marlene Luffy. Program is free, with goodwill offering accepted. To register, call 412-366-1124, or e-mail kearns@cdpsisters.org. sumption Parish, Glenshaw. Includes local vendors, crafters and artists. Light refreshments provided.

Admission is $1, and free for children ages 12 and under. Sponsored by Blessed Trinity Academy. For information, e-mail PTG@btacademy.net.

26 | TRICK OR TREAT PARTY

5:30-7:30 p.m., St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, Hampton Township. Children welcome to come trick or treating in costume. There will be tables of treats, plus opportunity to paint a pumpkin, get a Halloween tattoo, enjoy hot dogs, cookies and cider and dance to Halloween music. Interested adults are welcome to come decorate a table and provide treats. For more information, call parish at 412-486-6001.

26 | CASH BASH

6 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Carnegie.

Sponsored by Christian Mothers and Women’s Guild. For more information, visit www.CGScatholic.org.

27 | TRUNK OR TREAT

6-8 p.m., St. Richard Parish, Richland Township.

For information, call 724-444-1971.

27 | SPEAKER

7 p.m., St. Anne Church of St. Paul of the Cross Parish, Castle Shannon. Patricia Sandoval, author of “Transfigured,” tells her story of abortion, drug addiction and homelessness, and how Jesus turned her life around. Free and open to public. For courtesy registration, e-mail moozie51@gmail.com.

30 | PATRIOTIC ROSARY

7 p.m., Transfiguration Parish, Russellton.

NOVEMBER 1 | WOMEN’S RETREAT 4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, Nov. 3, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh South Side. Call 412-381-7676.

1 | BLANKET NIGHT

7 p.m., St. Margaret, Green Tree. Participants will make a fleece-tie blanket, for Southwest Meals on Wheels, and other organizations serving the elderly and needy. Blanket makers should bring two yards of printed and two yards of polar fleece.

Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. For information, and questions, call Lynne Gross at 412-921-5570 (day), or 412-276-4173 (evening).

2 | MASS

10 a.m., Holy Rosary, Muse. Mass is for commemoration of all the faithful departed. Names of parishioners who have died in the past year will be read during a “Ceremony of Light.” Light refreshments will follow in new parish hall.

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2 | FALL BACK CASH BASH

6-10 p.m., Liberty Borough fire hall, 900 Haslage St., Liberty Borough. Sponsored by St. Mark Parish. Total of $6,000 cash awarded, with numbers drawn every twenty minutes, from 7-10 p.m.

Raffle tickets are $30, with guest ticket priced at $15, and includes food and beer. Guest tickets will be available after all regular tickets are sold. For tickets, call parish at 412-678-6275, or Cathy Esack at 412-980-2918.

5 and 6 | PARISH RUMMAGE SALE

8 a.m.-2 p.m., and noon-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6, St. Aloysius Parish, Reserve Township. Features 18 rooms and three garages.

3 | CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR

9 a.m.-2 p.m., Our Lady of Grace School, Scott Township. Featuring a variety of crafters and vendors. Also, basket raffles and food. For more information, visit www.olgscott.net.

4 | SPEAKER SERIES

7-9 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Dr. Carolyn Helsel will speak on “The Racist Next Door: How to Have Anti-Racist Conversations in Your Community.” Sponsored

by Association of Pittsburgh Priests. Cost is $20.

To register, call 412-366-1124, or e-mail kearns@ cdpsisters.org.

5 | HOLY HOUR

7 p.m., St. Mary of the Assumption, Glenshaw.

5 | ALL SOULS MASS

7 p.m., St. Richard Parish, Richland Township.

Mass for all those buried from St. Richard and St. Catherine of Sweden parishes in the past year.

6 | PROGRAM

Zucchini Bread Submitted by Charlotte Wertz St. Mary, Cecil Township.

“My son-in-law has a small backyard garden from which we get tomatoes, peppers and zucchini and I’ve developed the following recipe to use up our bounty.”

Ingredients 1 ½ quarts water 2 packets dry onion soup mix 4 oz spaghetti, broken 1/3 cup margarine 2/3 cup coarsely chopped onion 1 cup green (or any color) pepper strips 3 zucchini, cut in ½” slices 4 medium tomatoes, peeled, cut in wedges ¼ cup snipped parsley 1 tsp seasoned salt Fresh-cracked pepper to taste 1 cup (or more) shredded Monterey Jack cheese Directions Preheat oven 350 degrees. Boil water, add soup mix and spaghetti. Boil 10 minutes, drain, set aside.

Heat butter in heavy skillet. Add onion and pepper strips, cook 3 minutes until tender.

Add zucchini, cover, cook 5 minutes. Stir in tomato, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes. Turn into 2-3 quart casserole. Add spaghetti and toss gently. Sprinkle cheese on top.

Place in oven and bake until heated through (about 20-30 minutes), then broil to brown the cheese if desired.

“Spirituality and the Dynamics of Grief and Loss,” 6:30-8:45 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Presented

by Passionist Brother Andre Mathieu. Cost is $10.

To register, call 412-381-7676.

7 | DEMONSTRATION

7 p.m., St. John Paul I Center, Sharpsburg. Dr. Janet Astle will give demonstration on use of NARCAN. Sponsored by Addiction Recovery Ministry.

Free and open to public.

8-10 | MEN’S RETREAT

4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, Nov. 10, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.

9 | RUMMAGE SALE

8 a.m.-2 p.m, Hidden Treasures house on campus of Most Holy Name Parish, Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood.

9 | CRAFT SHOW

9 a.m.-3 p.m., Archangel Gabriel School (formerly called Holy Trinity), Robinson Township.

9 | CRAFT FAIR

9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Ursula, Allison Park. Featuring a

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large selection of handmade art and craft creations, as well as products offered by popular home-based business representatives.

9 | HOLIDAY CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR

9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Valentine, Bethel Park. Featuring variety of holiday craft items, lunch cafe, bake sale, lottery trees, holiday gift raffle and more.

9 | YOUTH FORMATION IN THIRD MILLENNIUM

8:30 a.m.-noon, Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood.

Aimed for campus ministers, parents, and youth formators. First conference will present a holistic model for formation of our youth, and second conference will focus on social media and its implications. Facilitated by Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. Cost is $30. To register, call 412-3417494, or e-mail epiphanyassociation@gmail.com.

9 | FESTIVAL OF PRAISE

7-8:30 p.m., St. Albert the Great Church of Holy Apostles Parish, Baldwin. Includes adoration, inspirational talk and workshop and praise music with parish’s praise band.

10 | ORGAN CONCERT

3:30 p.m., St. Paul Cathedral, Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Featuring Craig Cramer.

Free and open to public, with goodwill offering accepted.

11-12 | INTRO TO FORMATIVE SPIRITUALITY 5:30-8 p.m., Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality, Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood.

Facilitated by Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. Program presents six foundational principles of formative spirituality, as configured by Spiritan Father Adrian van Kaam. Cost is $40, and includes four Continuing Education Credits. To register, call 412-341-7494, or e-mail epiphanyassociation@ gmail.com.

ish, Liberty Borough. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Also, Chinese auction, door prizes, food, 50/50 and more. For tickets, or special needs seating, call office at 412-678-6275, or Cynthia at 412-980-2918.

15 | SPEAKER

6 p.m., gathering space of St. James Parish, Sewickley, featuring Benedictine Father Boniface Hicks.

15-17 | MEN’S RETREAT

12 | CREATING CARDS WITH SPIRIT

4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, Nov. 17, St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.

10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Participants will make 10 handmade cards while reflecting on scriptures.

Cost is $40, and includes materials and lunch. To register, call 412-366-1124, or e-mail kearns@ cdpsisters.org.

8 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Cecilia Parish, Rochester. Featuring items from artisans in Africa, and Central and South America. Sponsored by parish’s Voice of Justice Committee. For information, call 724-7750801.

12 | PROGRAM

“Forgiveness and Healing Happen Through Love,” 7-8:30 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Cost is $10. To register, call 412-381-7676.

13 | ROSARY AND TALK

7 p.m. St. Teresa of Avila, Perrysville. Held the 13th of every month.

15 | FAMILY NIGHT BINGO

5:30 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. early bird, 7 p.m. regular games, St. Eugene Church of St. Mark Par-

16 | FAIR TRADE FAIR

17 | PANCAKE BREAKFAST

7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Carnegie. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus.

17 | COMPLETE BREAKFAST BUFFET

8:30 a.m.-noon, St. Richard Parish, Richland Township. Goodwill offering accepted, with proceeds benefiting orphanage in Guatemala.

17 | GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

2:30 p.m., St. Paul Cathedral, Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Presided by Bishop David Zubik,

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Fall Road Trip:

Shrines in the Neighborhood

By PEGGY ZEZZA Road trips can take us on beautiful adventures, but sometimes beauty and adventure can exist in our own backyard.

With its many trees and hills, Pittsburgh makes for a picturesque fall road trip. The city’s neighborhoods, and surrounding boroughs each have their own flavor, which adds variety and fun to the trip.

When visiting neighborhoods, you can see they were established by people of strong faith from the churches that stand there today. On July 1 of this year, five historic church buildings in Pittsburgh area neighborhoods were designated by the Diocese as Sacred Shrines. These shrines are located in neighborhoods less than five miles from Downtown Pittsburgh.

All shrines are dedicated historic landmarks, and their locations make for a scenic fall road trip with a strong spiritual dimension.

St. Stanislaus Kostka & St. Patrick, Strip District A favorite location for tourists and locals alike is Pittsburgh’s Strip District.

The “Strip” is always a lively place, but on Saturdays the area is even livelier with outside vendors selling goods and food.

Visitors can find just about anything there: Steeler clothing; biscotti; pancakes that have been eaten in the White House; souvenirs; ethnic grocery stores and much more.

Entering the Strip District from Smallman Street, heading toward 21st Street, you cannot miss the large BaroqueRomanesque St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, located at 57 21st St. Built in what is sometimes called “Polish Cathedral Style,” it was dedicated in 1892, and attracts visitors from all over the world.

Inside is just as impressive with murals, side altars and historic stained-glass windows, which shine on sunny days.

Church is open to visitors on most days,

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St. Stanislaus Church in Pittsburgh’s busy Strip District neighborhood.

so don’t miss an opportunity to view this magnificent Shrine.

St. Stanislaus Church is part of St. Patrick-St. Stanislaus Parish, and its beauty comes from its majesty. On the other side of the Strip District stands the small St. Patrick Church, located at 1711 Liberty Ave, whose beauty comes from its simplicity. It is easy to miss this little gem because it stands behind an ivy wall. Walk behind the wall and be in awe of Monastery garden that welcome you. Garden offers a peaceful oasis in the heart of the busiest neighborhood in the city. Standing aside beautiful flowers, are statues of saints.

There are also benches, as well as grotto to Blessed Virgin Mary. It is the perfect place to take time to reflect and pray.

As you enter inside, the unique, “Holy Stairs,” modeled after the Holy Stairs in St. John Lateran Basilica in Rome, will greet you. Pilgrims come to climb stairs on knees while praying, However, guests can bypass stairs and take side stairways to the sanctuary. On the second floor you will find a small, but holy place for prayer.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, Polish Hill Across the railroad tracks, and standing above St. Patrick Church is

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The beautiful monastery garden welcomes visitors to St. Patrick Church in the Strip District.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, located at 3058 Brereton St. in Pittsburgh’s Polish Hill neighborhood. This grand church stands out in this residential neighborhood.

It is called Polish Hill because of the large number of Polish immigrants who settled in this city area around the 1800s. At first, St. Stanislaus was the neighborhood parish, but as population grew, another parish was needed. The completed church that stands now was dedicated in 1905 Like St. Stanislaus, it is built in “Polish Cathedral style.” At first sight, you may think “this looks familiar.” That is because it was modeled after St. Peter Basilica in Rome. As massive as it looks against the small houses that surround it, inside is even more striking with side altars featuring ornate decorations, a majestic dome and beautiful crafted wood work.

For many years, at Christmas, Easter and other holy days the church overflowed with decorations from ceiling to floors.

Aside from being an historic landmark, it is the first Church in United States to

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have the Divine Mercy novena, which is prayed nine days, from Good Friday to Divine Mercy Sunday. When visiting, take time to look at all the ornate details of this magnificent shrine.

A good opportunity to see this beautiful church inside is during annual novena to St. Therese of Lisieux, Friday-Tuesday, Sept. 26-Oct. 1. Schedule is as follows: Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m. Mass and novena; Sept. 28, 4:30 p.m. Mass and novena; Sept. 29, 10 a.m. Mass and novena; Sept.

30, 6:30 p.m. Mass and novena; Oct. 1 (feast day), 6:30 p.m. Mass and novena.

Every Wednesday in October is Mass and Marian devotions at 6:30 p.m.

St. Anthony, Troy Hill Across the river from Strip District, is the tight-knit neighborhood of Troy Hill, home to many historic buildings, including rectory of Most Holy Name Church, Troy Hill Firehouse, Troy Hill Incline Building, Allegheny Reservoir wall and Ober-Guehl House.

Probably the most famous place in the neighborhood is St. Anthony Chapel, located at 1704 Harpster St. The driving force in the building of this chapel in 1880 was Father Suitbert Mollinger, then pastor of Most Holy Name Parish. In 1883 it was a reliquary of the saints. then named St. Anthony Chapel in 1892.

What is inside the Chapel is what makes it historic, as it houses more than 5,000 relics of Saints, the largest collection in the world outside of Rome. Aside from Masses, many different novenas and prayer services with veneration are held in Shrine. Not be missed inside is the life size Stations of the Cross. To learn about the history and impressive collection, take an audio and docent led tours. For information on tours, call 412-999-4401.

St. Nicholas, Millvale Heading back down hill and a few miles North, you will come to the borough of Millvale. Once classified as

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Shrine contact information & Mass times: St. Anthony Chapel, 1704 Harpster St. 15212, Troy Hill Visit www.saintanthonyschapel.org, or call call 412-231-2994 Masses: Sunday: 11 a.m.; Daily, Monday 6 p.m., Tues, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m.

Open daily, 1-4 p.m.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, 3058 Brereton St., 15219 (Polish Hill), call 412-621-5170 Masses: Saturday vigil: 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.; Daily, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

Immaculate Heart of Mary in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Polish Hill neighborhood.

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requested. For information, and to register, visit www.vankamurals.org.

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Locals can choose to visit the shrines individually. However, to incorporate pilgrimage into a fall road trip, it will take two days to see everything. There are many hotels available in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, North Shore and Downtown area.

Take care and caution when driving to shrines because of narrow roads, steep hills and one-way streets.

an industrial mill town, it has evolved into a vibrant neighborhood, with many well-known businesses, including Attic Records, which has one of the largest collections of vinyl records and CDs. Visitors will also find macarons, croissants and other french pastries at Jean Marc Chatellier Bakery, or can attend a live concert at Mr. Smalls Theatre.

St. Nicholas Croatian Church, located at 24 Maryland Ave., stands on hill to left as you enter Millvale from Route 28. It is the First Croatian Parish in the United States, and its history comes alive inside through the 25 wall murals by Croatian-American artist Maxo Vanka in 1937 and 1941. Murals depict Croatian immigrants coming to America along with images of Christ and Mary, and offer social commentary on war, poverty and other issues. Besides being strikingly beautiful, the images will touch the heart through the stories they tell. A 60-minute docent led tour is offered to public every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Cost is $10. Private tours can also be

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St. Nicholas, Millvale, 24 Maryland Ave., 15209 (Millvale), call 412-821-3438 Masses: Saturday vigil: 5 p.m.; Wednesdays, 8 a.m.

St. Patrick Church, 1711 Liberty Ave, 15222 (Pittsburgh’s Strip District) Masses: Thursdays, 12:10 p.m. Church open for visitors during day St. Stanislaus Church, 57 21st St., 15222 (Pittsburgh’s Strip District) For information on St. StanislausSt. Patrick Parish, call: 412-471-4767.

Masses: Saturday vigil: 4 p.m.; Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m.; Daily, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 7:15 a.m.; open for visitors most days.

MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD The major motion picture “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” opens in November of this year. Starring Tom Hanks as Mister Rogers, the movie tells the real-life friendship between Latrobe native Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod.

The public can go back in time and visit Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood at the John Heinz History Museum, 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh’s Strip District.

A special collections gallery on the fourth floor houses many original items from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” television set, including King Friday XIII’s castle, The Great Oak Tree puppets and more. It is a great opportunity for some to reminiscence about their childhood, and to introduce a new generation to Mister Rogers. For more information, visit www.heinzhistorycenter. org, or call 412-454-6000. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.

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St. Anthony Chapel in Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood

The Holy Stairs inside St. Patrick Church in the Strip District.

St. Nicholas Croatian Church in Millvale.

The striking stained glass of St. Stanislaus Church

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26 | ROSARY WALK 7-8 p.m., pray rosary in community near Legion of Mary Home, Pittsburgh’s Carrick neighborhood.

For information, visit www.pittsburghregia.com.

26-DEC. 17 | LECTIA DIVINA

Mass is for couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, followed by light reception. Couples should contact their parish to register.

17 | MUSIC PLUS CONCERT

3 p.m. (pre-concert at 2:30 p.m.), St. James Parish, Sewickley. Concert by Donna Groom and Pops Orchestra titled, “Music and Love Letters of Wartime,” accompanied by multimedia video presentation. Free and open to public, with goodwill offering accepted for “Outdoor Immersion,” a nonprofit program benefiting veterans. Dessert reception will follow. For information, call 412-741-6650.

17 | PEACE FORUM

3-5 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Sponsored by Pittsburgh North People, program features speaker on current issues relating to peace and justice. For information, call 724719-2571 or e-mail maryhsheehan@gmail.com.

19 | PROGRAM

“Preparing for the Three Comings of Christ,” 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Center, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Cost is $30, and includes lunch. Presented by Father Alek Schrenk. To register, call 412-381-7676.

19 | MARIAN-MEDJUGORJE DEVOTIONS

7 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Monastery, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-1188.

19-MAY 19 | BIBLE STUDY PROGRAM

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon, or 6:30-8 p.m., St. Thomas A’ Becket Parish (in former church building), Jefferson Hills. Using Jeff Cavins’ DVD series, and will expand upon “Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible,” and “A Quick Journey through Bible.”

For more information on how to register, call Amy LaMartina at 412-882-8744.

22 | TURKEY BINGO

6:30 p.m. early bird, 7 p.m. regular game, St. James, Sewickley. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Queen of Peace Council 5367. Cost is $10.

Winners receive certificate for a turkey or chicken.

22 | ORGAN CONCERT

7:30 p.m., St. Paul Cathedral, Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Featuring Nicole Simental. Free and open to public, with goodwill offering accepted.

23 | CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Louise de Marillac School gym, cafeteria and LeGras Parish Center. Featuring 121 crafters, bake sale, Chinese auction, lunch and snacks. Admission is $2. Due to order of fire marshall, strollers are not permitted.

24 | FESTIVAL OF PRAISE

6-8 p.m., St. Richard Parish, Richland Township.

Features Eucharistic adoration, praise and worship music and Eucharistic procession.

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Tuesdays, through Dec. 17, 7-9 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, McCandless Township. Facilitated

by Sister of Divine Providence Margie Modro. Cost is $10. To register, call 412-366-1124.

28 | THANKSGIVING DINNER

Noon-3 p.m., social hall of St. Cecilia Parish, Rochester. Free community Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings. To register, call Marlene at 724-775-8875.

ONGOING SUNDAYS | EUCHARISTIC ADORATION 2-4 p.m., with chaplet of Divine Mercy starting at 3 p.m., Incarnation of the Lord Parish, Pittsburgh’s Observatory Hill neighborhood.

MONDAYS | BIBLE STUDY

7-8:30 p.m., St. Ursula, Allison Park. Will study the Book of Exodus, using the 10 week program developed by Ascension Press, and presented by Tim Gray. Cost is $27. To register, call 412-4866589, 412-492-0402 or 412-635-8311.

MONDAYS and FRIDAYS | EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Following 9 a.m. Mass - 9 p.m., St. James, Sewickley.

TUESDAYS | BINGO

7 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.), St. Ursula, Allison Park. Cost is $20. For information, call Joe Bradac at 412-486-6700.

TUESDAYS | SIX STEPS TO SANITY

7-8:30 p.m., St. Louise de Marillac, Upper St. Clair.

Program to help parents, grandparents, spouses and family members who have an adult loved one suffering from an addiction. To register, call 412952-1084, or e-mail bruceandnancy6@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAYS | ALPHA

Noon-2 p.m., St. Ursula, Allison Park. A Christian video series that explores basic questions about faith. Free and open to public. Call 412-487-9611, or e-mail effectivesolz@gmail.com

WEDNESDAYS | EUCHARISTIC ADORATION 12:30-8 p.m., St. Alphonsus, Wexford.

Stuffed Pepper Soup Submitted by Charlotte Wertz St. Mary, Cecil Township.

“My son-in-law has a small backyard garden from which we get tomatoes, peppers and zucchini and I’ve developed the following recipe to use up our bounty.”

Ingredients 2 Tbsp. olive oil 3 cloves garlic chopped and minced 2 large green peppers, cored and diced into large pieces Garlic salt to taste, black pepper to taste 1 lb. lean ground beef 2 (14.5 oz.) cans Italian recipe (garlic, oregano and basil) diced tomatoes 2 cups. water or 2 c. beef stock 1 small can tomato paste Dash of golden balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp. shredded 3-cheese (parmesan, romano and asiago) 2 cups. Minute instant rice 1/3 cup freshly shredded parmesan or mozzarella Directions In large saucepan, fry garlic and pepper pieces in olive oil, about 5-8 minutes, until softened.

Sprinkle with garlic salt and black pepper to taste. Transfer to small Dutch oven. In same saucepan, brown ground beef until thoroughly cooked. Transfer to Dutch oven.

Add to the beef and peppers 2 cans of diced tomatoes and 2 cups of water or beef stock, 1 small can tomato paste, dash of balsamic vinegar, and sprinkle in 2 Tablespoons 3-cheese blend. Cook on medium heat, simmering until liquid bubbles. Add 2 cups Minute instant rice, remove from heat and cover with lid. Let stand for 5 minutes.

Garnish with freshly shredded parmesan or mozzerella cheese. Serves 6 heaping bowls.

FIRST FRIDAY | DEVOTIONS

• Eucharistic adoration, 7:30 a.m.-Benediction at 7 p.m., St. Teresa of Avila, Perrysville.

• Eucharistic adoration, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., St. Alexis, Wexford.

• Eucharistic adoration, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Holy Spirit Parish, West Mifflin.

• Devotions to Immaculate Heart of Mary, 8:15 a.m., Holy Spirit Parish, West Mifflin.

• Candlelight Mass, 8 p.m., St. Stanislaus Church of St. Patrick-St. Stanislaus Parish, Pittsburgh’s Strip District.

• Nocturnal adoration, 10 p.m. through 7 a.m. on Saturday, St. Margaret, Green Tree.

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October 13, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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Bishop Canevin student ambassadors will lead visitors on a personally guided tour throughout the school.

Administrators, faculty and athletic coaches will be on hand to answer questions, and activities will be showcased by students involved in those programs.

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