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Holy Sepulcher Parish A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust
1304 E. Cruikshank Road, Butler, PA 16002 www.holysepulcher.org
Fax: 724-586-7247 Parish Health Ministry: 724-898-2724 [email protected] Abuse Hotline: 1-800-932-0313
Parish Office: 724-586-7610 Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Office Email: [email protected]
Parish Mission Statement
Holy Sepulcher Parish is a warm, welcoming, faith-filled family dedicated to following Jesus Christ through Scripture and the Traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. United through Baptism, nourished by the Eucharist and
empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are committed to serving our brothers and sisters. We welcome all to join us as we celebrate the joy and mystery of the empty tomb.
PASTOR: Father Robert J. Cedolia 724-586-7610; [email protected] Deacon: Mr. David S. Miller [email protected] Deacon: Mr. Jim Mickens [email protected] Business Manager: Mrs. Joan Tosto 724-586-7610; [email protected] Admin. Assistant to the Pastor: Mrs. Joanne Castello 724-586-7610; [email protected] Parish Secretary: Ms. Dana Knox 724-586-7610; [email protected]
School Principal: Sister Anna Marie Gaglia, CSJ 724-586-5022; [email protected] Director of Faith Formation: Mrs. Brenda Hartzel 724-586-7276; [email protected] Coordinator of Youth Ministry: Mr. Jacob Williamson 724-481-1232; [email protected] Director of Music: Ms. Madlyn DeRito 724-694-9210; [email protected] Parish Pastoral Council: Mrs. Meg Schaffer - Chairperson Mr. Raymond Schratz - Vice Chairperson
SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday: 4:00 pm now - April 25, 2015
6:00 pm (spring/summer)
Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:30 am
DAILY MASS SCHEDULE
Monday: 7:30 am
Tuesday: 7:30 am
Wednesday: 7:00 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am
Friday: 9:00 am
Reconciliation - Saturdays between 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm and after the Saturday evening Mass.
Baptisms - Baptisms are held twice a month (call the parish office for dates) Attendance at a Pre-Baptism class is required. The next class is February 19, 2015. Call the Faith Formation Office to register.
Weddings - Arrangements must be made six months in advance. All couples are expected to take a Pre-Marriage Preparation Program.
Anointing of the Sick - After any Mass or by calling the Parish Office to schedule.
New Parishioners - Welcome to Holy Sepulcher! To register, go to http://www.holysepulcher.org/about-us/new-parishioners or contact the Parish Office.
Third Sunday in Advent December 14, 2014
Mass Intentions Monday, December 15
9:00 a.m. † James Joyce (Sippey Family)
Tuesday, December 16 7:30 a.m. † Carole Spolar (Bob & Gretchen Cararie)
Wednesday, December 17
7:00 p.m. † Daniel H. McLaughlin and Margaret McLaughlin (Donald & Catherine Kern)
Thursday, December 18 7:30 a.m. † James Joyce (Bob & Millie McDonough)
Friday, December 19
9:00 a.m. † Ruth Stockert (Susan Ann Novosel)
Saturday, December 20
4:00 p.m. For the People of Holy Sepulcher
Sunday, December 21
8:00 a.m. † Ken Acon, Sr. & Hugo Biagini (Dennis & Susan Acon)
Sunday, December 21
10:30 a.m. † Ruth Stockert (Mary Veccharella)
† Deceased
Monday, December 15 7:00 pm Parish Penance Service
Third Sunday in Advent December 14, 2014
TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — As a garden makes its growth spring up, so will God make justice spring up before all the nations (Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11). Psalm — My soul rejoices in my God (Luke 1:46-50, 53-54). Second Reading — Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophetic utterances. Test everything; retain what is good (1 Thessalonians 5:16-24). Gospel — I am the voice of one crying out in the desert, make straight the way of the Lord (John 1:6-8, 19-28).
The Sanctuary Candle is burning this week
in honor of Bob Ubinger’s
birthday.
Please pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of
Michael Michalisin and Robert Barber (son of Genevieve Barber)
who recently passed away and are enjoying everlasting life.
Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent We can understand why a commission of inquiry was sent to the Baptist. Some Jerusalem Theologians expected a Messiah who would confer a baptism through which the Spirit would be poured out. Here is John, north of the Dead Sea, near the spot where Israel once crossed the Jordan to enter the Promised Land. He is conferring a water baptism, which signifies an acceptance of the call to repentance. Who then is this man who has the crowds running to him and who makes the great cry of the prophets ring out once more after three centuries of silence? John’s reply to the commission is surprising in its humility. No, he is not the Messiah. He is not Elijah returned (Mal. 3:23-24) nor the great prophet that is awaited (Deut. 19:18). This wholly negative statement of his identity must have left the inquirers dissatisfied. It is preserved in the New Testament because some of his followers preached a baptism which competed with that of the primi-tive Church. He declared himself to be only the precursor, a simple witness, a lamp lit by God for his Christ, the voice of the Word. We must also recognize our role as “Christ-bearers”, called to refer by our very lives to Jesus. This humble and self-effacing role is in no way a negligi-ble one. It is no small thing to ask us to prepare others’ road to the Lord.
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS Our Liturgy Committee asks for your help in decorating the church for Christmas. If you would like to “beautify” our church with flowers during the Christmas season, please use the specific Christmas flower envelope, which is in the December offering envelopes, or fill out the form located in the Narthex. The flowers can be in honor of someone, in thanksgiving or in memory of loved ones.
Mass Schedule Christmas Eve: December 24
4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, *8:00 pm, 12 Midnight Christmas Day: December 25
10:00 am
*Please Note: This year there will be an additional Christmas Eve Mass celebrated at 8:00 pm. In previous years there was only
4:00 pm, 6:00 pm and 12 Midnight
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Eve of the Holy Day: December 31
4:00 pm January 1
8:00 am and 10:30 am
Dec. 21, 8:00 am
Ministers of Communion
J. Duster, P. Green, R. Green,
M. Marshall, M. Rosswog,
R. Sarver, D. Scheider, M. Ubinger, Dcn. Dave
Proclaimer
Marianne Cunningham
Altar Servers Mary Kate Schratz Gregory Schratz
CHURCH MINISTRY SCHEDULE
Dec. 20, 4:00 pm
Ministers of Communion
L. Fey, A. King, K. King, C. Matta,
D. Matta, K. Orban, S. Pieto, D. Wilson,
Dcn. Dave
Proclaimer Michael Smotzer
Altar Servers Trevor Muth
Veronica Muth
Dec. 21, 10:30 am
Ministers of Communion
D. Belt, J. Blair, C. Ciafre,
M. Cortopassi, J. Gaul,
A. Hutchingson, J.Konig, J. Markus,
Dcn. Dave
Proclaimer Life Teen
Altar Servers Chaney Best
Lauren Schriner
Weekday Altar Server (12/15-12/19) Kate Castello
Mon., Tues., Thurs. 7:30 a.m. & Fri. 9:00 a.m. Volunteer Servers needed for Wed. 7:00 p.m. Mass.
For the complete month’s schedule, visit our website: http://www.holysepulcher.org/ministries/liturgical-ministries
ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS GIFT Scholarship to San Bernardino School in Patzún
When you donate toward a Patzun scholarship, we provide you with a Christmas Card to give to the person you are honoring with the donation. Your gift gives TWICE - it benefits a child in Patzun while sharing your worthwhile cause with someone! NAME:________________________________________________ PHONE:________________________________ _____$50 Half-scholarship _____$25 Quarter-scholarship $ ____________Other I would like to receive a special Christmas Card to give to the person I am honoring. _____yes ______no
Place this form with your donation in an envelope and either place it in the collection basket or drop it off at the parish office. Please have your submission in by December 18th if you would like to receive your card before Christmas. You will receive a phone call when your card is ready for pickup at the church. Additional donation forms are available on the Narthex table.
Contact Helen with questions at 724-713-7958 or [email protected].
Weekly Offering Regular Collection: December 7, 2014 (393) Envelopes Loose Total $10,614.00 $1,928.46 $12,542.46
Parish Share 2014 Debt Reduction $3,940.00 $982.00 Immaculate Conception Collection: (109)Envelopes Loose Total $1,340.00 $436.68 $1,776.68
Looking for a Great Gift? With Christmas just around the corner, are you searching for that special gift for the man in your life? Consider a gift certificate for the 2015 Holy Sepulcher Men’s Retreat to St. Paul of the Cross on April 24-26, 2015. You can purchase one by calling St. Paul’s at 412-381-7676. Brochures are in the Narthex. For additional information call Bob Speck at 724-612-6370 or Ron Hartzel at 724-496-4771.
Advent Penance Service, Monday, December 15 Advent is a time for preparation, when we make ready to celebrate the mystery of Our Lord’s coming as man, the beginning of our
redemption. Advent also moves us to look forward with renewed hope to the Second Coming of Christ when God’s plan of salvation will be brought to fulfillment. We are reminded, too, of Our Lord’s coming to each of us at the hour of our death. We must make sure that He will find us prepared for His coming as the Gospel tells us “Blessed are those who are found awake when the Lord comes.” (Luke 12:37). This Service of Penance, which will be celebrated on December 15 at 7:00 pm, is meant to make us ready in mind and heart for the Coming of Christ, which we are soon to celebrate in the Mass of Christmas. We encourage all adults, high school and grade school students to attend this evening with their families. There will be six priests available that evening for the Sacrament of Penance (Reconciliation).
Dear Father Bob, Staff and All Members of Holy Sepulcher, Thank you for your ongoing support for South Butler Commu-nity Meals on Wheels. You all have been a bedrock of support in this local ministry from the beginning! As we enter this period of celebration of our Lord Jesus’ birth I want to take the opportunity to once again thank you for your support, participation, and outreach to our community and beyond. Once again, thanks for your donation(s) and your long support and participation in Meals On Wheels!! We pray for God’s continued blessing on this program and on your many & varied outreach ministries. From all of us at Meals-On-Wheels to all of you: A very merry Christmas and the best of New Years! God bless you in your individual lives and corporate ministries! Tim Stenner, Chairman, Board of Directors South Butler Community Meals On Wheels
2015 BAZAAR It’s never too early to start planning for our annual Bazaar!!When buying gift cards, why not pick up an extra gift card to reserve for the 2015 Bazaar Chinese Auction?
Prepare the Way: There are crooked paths in us that need to be made straight for His coming. Name some of those places before the Lord. Accept His forgiveness and ask His Presence to come into cleansed spaces. (www.athirstforGod.com)
724-586-5022 [email protected]
www.holysepulcher.org/school
We’re more than just a School, We’re Community. We’re Family. F a i t h
o r m a t i o n
SR. ANNA MARIE GAGLIA, CSJ, PRINCIPAL Brenda Hartzel, Faith Formation Director [email protected]
724-586-7276
FORFAMILYDISCUSSION
from “Exploring the Sunday Lectionary” by Sandy Rigsby & Steve Mason
For Family Discussion:
Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11 What are some ways you follow your mission as a Catholic Christian each day? What other ways can
you bring God’s love to people
1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 How does someone pray without stopping?
What exactly qualifies as a prayer? How can you develop the habit of praying throughout
the day?
John 1:6-8, 19-28 Why do you suppose light would be a symbol for Jesus?
Faith Formation classes will be held this week and then we are on break.
Enjoy the Christmas season!
December Events: 14 - Children’s Liturgy of the Word at 10:30 Mass
- Youth Formation - 9:10-10:15/11:40-12:45 - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd - 9:10-10:15 am 15 - Confirmation Class - 6:30 - 8:00 pm 17 - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd - 5:00 - 6:15 pm 21 - Children’s Liturgy of the Word at 10:30 Mass
- NO Youth Formation - 9:10-10:15/11:40-12:45 - NO Catechesis of the Good Shepherd - 9:10-10:15 am 22 - NO Confirmation Class - 6:30 - 8:00 pm 24 - NO Catechesis of the Good Shepherd - 5:00 - 6:15 pm
Advent: a Time of Preparation. “Rejoice Always!”
“Pray Without Ceasing”
The tradition of having our First Communion candidates and their families take up the gifts during Mass will begin this weekend and continue through April. This tradition allows them to participate more fully in the Mass. May we share with them the joy and anticipation of their journey to the Eucharistic table. Please pray for them
as they continue on this journey.
STUDENTS HELP CHILDREN IN NEED The Student Council has paired up with The Lighthouse Foundation to help children in need this holiday season. The students hosted a gift/toy drive in December. We thank everyone who participated in the event!
Preschool Christmas Pageant Please join us for the Preschool Christmas pageant which will be held Tues. Dec. 16 at 7:00 pm at the church. Our very talented 4 year old and Pre K classes will be performing the Christmas story.
Best Wishes! Holy Sepulcher Faculty and Students would like to extend our best wishes to the Zyble family who are moving to Michigan during this holiday season. We will miss you and pray for safe travels to your new home.
Mrs. Brenda Flores, our Spanish teacher has been working with our students to learn a Spanish version of the “Hail Mary” and
“Sign of the Cross”. Students performed these at the December 12 Student Mass celebrating Our Lady of
Guadalupe . The students will also be performing a song in Spanish for the Epiphany Concert in January.
C ongratulations to the Holy Sepulcher Robotics team who will competed at the Carnegie Robotics Rumble, Sat., December 13. This was the largest competitive scrimmage of the year; teams participated in five rounds of the robot games with awards presented to top performers. This was the final tune-up before the full Championship tournament in January.
Mission Statement of Holy Sepulcher School The Holy Sepulcher Catholic School community educates
and fosters the development of the whole person in a Catholic environment. We continually commit to the highest standards of academic excellence and faith
formation. Each student is empowered with the knowledge and critical thinking skills essential for lifelong learning.
MEASURING SUCCESS “Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one
has reached in life as by the obstacles that one has overcome while trying to succeed.” —Booker T. Washington
Youth Ministry for 6th-8th Graders
Greg Gillis, Coordinator [email protected]
Like us on Facebook “Holy Sepulcher Life Teen”
www.holysepulcher.org/lifeteen Jacob Williamson, Coordinator of Youth Ministry
724-481-1232 [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter: “HolySepLifeTeen”
UPCOMING EVENTS Sun. 12/14 @ 6:30 pm Life Night: Sent Thurs. 12/18 @ 7:00 pm Christmas Caroling Sun. 12/21 Pre-Christmas Christmas Party Tues. 12/23 @ 6:00 pm Decorating the Church Thur. 12/25 Merry Christmas! Sun. 12/28 NO LIFE NIGHT
Around the Community:
Decorate the church for Christmas! Come help decorate the church for Christmas on Tuesday, December 23 from 6-9:00 pm. Even if you can come for an hour, your help is greatly needed! Sign up in the YYAC!
DON’T SUFFER THROUGH ANOTHER CHRISTMAS Hope and help for troubled marriages is available through Retrouvaille. For confidential information about or to register for the program beginning with a weekend on January 16, 2015 please contact Retrouvaille at 412-277-3434 or [email protected]. More information is available at http://www.retrouvailleofpittsburghinc.org./ HOLIDAY CONCERTS The Dreher Chorale will present the Christmas choral concert, “Three Gifts” today, Sun., Dec. 14 at 3:00 pm at the Mars Alliance Church on Rt. 228 in Adams Township, PA. The 60 member Dreher Chorale is an interdenominational choir made up representatives from over 30 different churches & organizations in the Northern Allegheny & South Butler Counties.
Good Shepherd Alumni Handbell Team will lift your spirits with sacred & secular Christmas pieces with percussion instruments today, Sun., Dec. 14 at 4:00 pm at 1025 Braddock Ave., Braddock, PA. A light reception to follow. For more information call 412-271-1326.
St. Athanasius Music Ministry proudly presents their 2014 Service of Lessons & Carols featuring the Freya String Quintet today, Sun., Dec. 14 at 7:00 pm. Come celebrate the Advent & Christmas seasons in word and song!
St. Andrews Cross, a Contemporary Christian Band, will perform a rocking Christmas concert, “Feel the Love of Christmas” on Sun., Dec. 21 at 7:00 at St. Andrews Church, 1660 N. Main St. Ext., Butler, PA. Feel the love of Christmas as this 8 piece band will have you clapping, stomping your feet and singing along.
T hanks for a great first year with Edge! But we aren't done yet, there's so much more in store for all of you in
grades 6, 7, and 8! Spring Semester Kickoff! Our Spring semester is bringing a ton of awesome changes, and the biggest is a NEW NIGHT! Starting in January we will now meet on the SECOND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH! That means our Spring Semester Kickoff is going to be… January 10th from 5-7pm!
If that isn't enough change, we are also starting a
NEW TOPIC! Stay tuned for the announcement of the new theme in the coming weeks.
MISSION TRIP 2015 Only one week left to sign up for MISSION TRIP 2015! This year Life Teen will aid our brothers and sisters in Mishawaka, Indiana from June 14-20, 2015. Applications and the $100 registration fee are due NEXT Sunday. Spots are filling up fast. Sign up today before they are all gone!
Hey Adults: Would you like to go on Mission Trip 2015? We have 6 spots and need your help. Come and help our teens experience the blessing of helping others. Contact Jacob for more information.
“It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas…”
Spread the joy of Advent and Christmas by going caroling at local nursing homes THIS Thursday from 6-9:00 pm.
Sign up in the YYAC! Permission slips (found at www.holysepulcher.org/lifeteen) are required!
The final words of Mass: “Go forth, the Mass is ended” Should fill us with joy but maybe not for the reasons you’re thinking. This Sunday we wrap up our semester theme of the Mass. All high school teens are invited.
Come to the Pre-Christmas Christmas Party All high school teens are invited to join us for our Pre-Christmas Christmas Party next Sunday, Dec. 21 from 6:30-8:30 pm. We will finish the semester with great food, fun games and awesome people, not to mention decorating the YYAC for Jesus’ birthday! Prizes for the ugliest sweaters worn!
