PARISH OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM -12:00 Noon

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Friday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Office closes Noon-1:00PM daily.

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE

Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM

Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 AM

Reconciliation: Saturday: 3:00 PM

Adoration: Second Friday of each month at St. Paul in the Church, 8:30AM-12:15PM followed by Benediction. Also, at the Adoration Chapel at St. Bruno: Monday-Tuesday –Wednesday-Friday 9AM-3PM; Thursday 9AM-7PM; First Friday 9AM-7PM.

PARISH WEEKLY CALENDAR

Sunday, October 8 Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 Catholic Trivia

Monday, October 9 Columbus Day, Office Closed Rosary after Mass Cub Scouts 6:30PM Magnificat 4:45PM

Tuesday, October 10 Good Shepherd 5:30PM Atrium Weight Watchers 6:30PM Priest-Prophet-King 1:00PM or 7:00PM

Wednesday, October11 no morning Mass Mid Day Rosary 12:15PM Church Boy Scouts 7:00PM Choir Practice 7:00PM

Thursday, October 12 Sisters in Faith 7:00PM

Friday, October 13 Adoration Day Adoration 8:30AM Benediction 12:15PM

Saturday, October 14 Confirmation Prep Meeting 9:30AM Confession 3:00PM Aquinas Fundraiser Sale After Mass

Sunday, October 15 Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 4:30-6:00PM Aquinas Fundraiser Sale After Mass

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Saint Paul Parish 820 Carbon Road ● Greensburg, PA 15601

A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg

PARISH STAFF

Coordinator of Faith Formation:.......... Sue Craig Director of Music:...............Emily Lapisardi-Knotts Business Manager:........................ Ginny Buzzard Director of Maintenance:.................. Bob Stauffer Office Manager:.............................. James Mosser Website Administrator: .................. Bob Chappell

OCTOBER 8, 2017 27TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

PARISH DIRECTORY

Parish Office:.……..…………...........724-834-6880 Fax Number:……….........………......724-834-1492 Church Email:……..…............stpaulgbg@aol.com St. Vincent de Paul Help Line:........724-420-3279 Aquinas Academy Main Office:.….724-834-7940

Fr. Lawrence Manchas Pastor

Fr. James Morley Parochial Vicar

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Meetings, News and Events At St. Paul Parish

Saturday October 7 4:30PM †Joe, Chris & Joey White (Nick & Linda Parise)

Sunday October 8 9:00AM Rudy & Toni Boccabella 60th Wedding Anniversary (Toni & Rudy) Monday October 9 8:00AM †Theresa Falcon (Margaret Falcon)

Wednesday October 11 8:00AM No Morning Mass... Priest Convocation

Friday October 13 8:00AM †Anthony R. Bucchi (Carl & Joyce Bucchi)

Saturday October 14 4:30PM †D’Onofrio & Falcone Families (Sue D’Onofrio)

Sunday October 15 9:00AM †Krista Bell (James Bell)

†denotes focus of the intention is deceased

Mass Intentions

Allow me to correct last week’s

misprint. The flowers on the altar

last week were from

Sue D'Onofrio in memory of the

D’Onofrio & Falcone Families.

Flowers today are in memory of Emilio Bove, Maria

Vecchi, & Anna Mazzaconi given in memory by

Theresa & Michael Bove.

October 8: Catholic Trivia Night for the whole family. Grades 6-12 4:30-6:00PM October 15: Vocational Discernment with Fr. Tyler, Fr. Jim and Sr. Christine. Grades 6-12 meet together from 4:30-6:00PM October 22: Learn about Catholic Heart Work Camp, grades 8-12 from 4:30-6:00PM. NO Jr. High Meeting this week. October 29: Grades 8-12, Phantom Fright Night at Kennywood, cost: $28.99. Bus departs at 5:30PM and returns at 10:30PM, from the parking lot at St. Paul.

St Paul Youth Ministry is focused on forming our young people through the study and practice of their faith, to challenge them to embrace the life of the church through prayer, service to our community and social activities.

St. Paul Youth Ministry† Youth (Grades 6-12)

High School: 4:30-6:00PM Jr. High: 6:30-8:00PM

As you anticipate the birth of your child, please call or visit the parish office to make arrangements for Baptism. You should contact the office at least two months in advance of the child’s birth. Sessions for the parents are required and are designed to reflect on the meaning of the Sacrament of Baptism, to review the ceremony, and to highlight the im-portance of the family’s commitment to practice the Catholic Faith. When you select godparents, at least one must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. Any questions; call the office.

RAS ANNOUNCEMENT In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Blessed Mother's appearance at Fatima in 1917, a public rosary will be prayed on Satur-day, October 14 at St. Paul Parish. Members of the Rosary Altar Society will lead the ro-sary and we will assemble at noon on the back porch. All parishioners are invited to join us in an-swering Our Lady's request to pray for world peace.

MAGNIFICAT BREAKFAST The Greensburg Chapter of Magnificat-A Ministry to Catholic Wom-en is holding a Breakfast at the Ramada Hotel and Convention Center, Rt. 30 East, Greensburg on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon. Guest speaker will be Stephanie Solo-mon, who will tell of her own as well as her son’s struggle with ad-diction.

Cost is $20.00, student rate $15.00. To register, please call Bren-da by Oct. 27 at 724-836-2094 or visit www.magnificatgreensburg.com to download a registration form. Please note that there is no online registration.

HOLY HOUR PRAYERS Our Lady of Grace Church will host a Holy Hour Prayers for Healing, nine consecutive Thursdays beginning Sept. 21st thru Nov. 16th from 6 PM to 7 PM. Exposition at 6 PM, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena at 6:30 PM, followed by Benediction. All are welcome.

PRAYER CHAIN The Prayer Chain is activated every Tuesday evening. If you know someone needing the prayer chain, or if you would like to volunteer your time on the chain, please call either of the leaders listed below:

Philomena Lillie 724-832-8521 or Audrey & Mike Lucotch 724-834-2113.

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Money Matters OFFERTORY

REPORT: 10/1/2017

Envelopes Sent:

867

Envelopes Used:

277

Weekly Budget

$8,250.00

Weekly Collected

$9,670.25

Weekly +/-

+$1,420.00

Annual +/-

+$5,298.00

Readings & Reflections

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: OCTOBER 22-23 MISSION SUNDAY COLLECTION: I know! We just had a Mission Collection but they are different. This collec-tion benefits Home Missions. Right now, over 40 percent of dioceses in the US are considered home missions because they are unable to fund essential pastoral work needed in their communities. Your support of this appeal helps ease the struggle of these dioceses. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this appeal. More information can be found at www.usccb.org/home-missions.

The previous Mission Collection was for support of Missions abroad. Thank you for your generous spirit! OCTOBER 28-29 LOCAL CHARITIES COLLECTION: Helping the poor in our midst with basic needs.

WEIGHT WATCHERS AT ST PAUL PARISH Let’s face it losing weight is not for sissies! If you’ve thought about joining Weight Watchers and just can’t decide, please call Sue at the parish office for more information, 724-834-6880 ext. 14. All are welcome to join Weight Watchers here at St. Paul Parish, every Tuesday at 6:30. Come and checkout a meeting for free to learn more about the program. The cost is $156 for a twelve week session.

REFLECTION: BEARING THE RIGHT KIND OF FRUIT Today’s readings focus our attention on vineyards. Isaiah’s song concerning his friend’s vineyard begins with inspiring and poetic images of an idyllic vineyard where the choicest harvest is expected. Instead, the vineyard yields wild grapes, which causes the owner to abandon it. The psalmist cries out to God, asking that God once again take care of the vineyard, which is the house of Israel. The parable told in today’s Gospel offers a stern warning that those who commit treachery in the hopes of attaining person-al wealth will be “put . . . to a wretched death” (Matthew 21:41). Jesus warns his listen-ers not to act like the murderous tenants in the vineyard. Instead he exhorts them to produce the kind of fruit that will lead them to the kingdom of God.

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading: The vineyard of the LORD is the house of Israel (Isaiah 5:1-7).

Psalm: The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Isra-el (Psalm 80).

Second Reading: God’s peace will guard your hearts and minds (Philippians 4:6-9).

Gospel: The kingdom of God will be given to those who will produce its fruit (Matthew 21:33-43) The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights re-served.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Jon 1:1 — 2:2, 11; Jon 2:3-5, 8; Lk 10:25-37 Tuesday: Jon 3:1-10; Ps 130:1b-4ab, 7-8; Lk 10:38-42 Wednesday: Jon 4:1-11; Ps 86:3-6, 9-10; Lk 11:1-4 Thursday: Mal 3:13-20b; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:5-13 Friday: Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2; Ps 9:2-3, 6, 16, 8-9; Lk 11:15-26 Saturday: Jl 4:12-21; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Lk 11:27-28 Sunday: Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Phil 4:12-14, 19-20; Mt 22:1-14 [1-10]

Fright Night at Kennywood Park Any students in grades 8 -12 are invited to join Fr Lawrence and Fr Jim on Sun-day, October 29 for Phantom Fright Night at Kennywood Park. A bus will leave St Paul Parish parking lot at 5:30 p.m. and return by 10:30 p.m. Cost is $28.99 per Person. Reserve your spot along with payment by Monday, October 23 at our St Paul Parish office.

Liturgical Minister Schedule MASS

ALTAR

SERVER EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF

HOLY COMMUNION LECTOR

Saturday October 14 4:30PM

Mitchell Sarsfield & Anthony More

Michael Vitale, Gene & Kathy Morris, Mark & Joan Ulishney, Jack-ie Noll, Joe Brecht, Catlyn Ream

Amy Ranker

Sunday October 15 9:00AM

Tony & Evan Oblak Sue Craig, Norma Mosser, Karen Galvin, Jack Yurko, Sharon Highberger, Doug & Alex Krnosky Don Schaer

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Engaged couples planning to be married at St. Paul Parish, one of whom must be an active, registered member of the par-ish, should contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of the intended wedding. A date should not be set be-fore this contact to assure that the church is available and that there is time for Pre-marriage formation. Pre-marriage for-mation is required to prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony and the serious, life-long commitment that marriage brings. Any questions; call the office.

Around the Diocese

“SHROUD TALKS” COMES TO JOHNSTOWN Bill Wingard has been giving presentations on the Shroud of Turin, known as Shroud Talks, since 2013. He brings with him a replica of the Shroud that the audience can see to enhance their experience. Priests will be available following the presentation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. For additional information contact: Deacon Mi-chael Russo at: 814-288-3036 or michael.russo@atlanticbb.net.

Shroud Talks

St. Benedict Parish, Johnstown October 29, 2017 at 3:00PM

Contributions by free will offering.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR, PLAN AHEAD! During the week of October 8-14, 2017 there are some changes to our routine schedule here at St. Paul Parish they are as follows: October 9... The office is closed for Columbus Day; October 10-11-12... There is a diocesan-wide Priest Convocation; there will be no morning Mass at St. Paul or St. Bruno Parishes. Howev-er, there will be a 12:10PM Mass at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral on those days if you wish to attend daily Mass.

Side Note: We will have Adoration and Benediction on October 13th as usual.

PUBLIC SQUARE ROSARY RALLY SUNDAY Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 12:00-Noon at Our Lady of Grace Church in field adjacent to Route 30 in Greensburg. Join in over 20,000 rallies across the U.S. for our Nation. For more information: Donna Sunseri (724) 832-0868.

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION Confirmation Preparation Gatherings are underway. The parent meeting was Saturday morning. There are 7 more sessions and it is man-datory to attend the preparation sessions to be eligible to receive the sacrament. The remainder of the dates are as follows: October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 10, March 17, April 14, May 12.

GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Bishop Malesic will recognize couples of the Diocese who are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary. It is being planned for October 15, 2017 at 3PM in the Blessed Sacrament in Greensburg. There will be a reception following the Mass.

OBLATE MEETINGS AT ST. VINCENT ANNOUNCED Benedictine Spirituality Presentation: Sunday, October 22 from 3:00-4:15PM in Brownfield Room 202 of the St. Vincent Seminary in Latrobe. The topic is Silence in Benedictine Spirituality, given by Fr. Edward Mazich, OSB, Rector.

Oblates of St. Benedict, Latrobe Deanery Meeting: Sunday, October 22 at 6:45PM in Brownfield Room 202 of the St. Vincent Seminary in Latrobe. Continued discussion of Fr. Demetrius Dumm’s book, Flowers in the Desert, is on the agenda. Extra Books are available if needed.

To pray Vespers & Dine with the Monks please contact Fr. Donald at 724-805-2291 in advance.

October 8, 2017 Fall Breakfast at St. Joseph School Hall Ever-son, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Menu includes: ham, eggs, potatoes and sweet roll with juice and coffee or tea. Adults $6 Children under ten $3

October 14: Pro-Life Prayer Brunch The DCCW will host the annu-al Pro-Life Prayer Brunch Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. at the Bishop Connare Center. Tickets are $18 for adults, $9 for students and must be re-served by Oct. 9. No tickets will be sold at the door. Email rsvpf@hotmail.com or call 724-537-2064 or 724-668-7436 or 724-726-5315.

October 15-December 7: Medicare Open Enrollment, which is important to our seniors to get onto Medicare or change plans. APPRISE can help you evaluate your needs and the plans. Call toll free for an appointment... 1-800-261-2103 X4152.

October 28: Catholic-Lutheran final event Oct. 28 at Saint Vincent. The guest speaker will be Dr. John Borelli, special assistant for Catholic Identity and Dialogue to the president of Georgetown University. The program begins at 9 a. m. and concludes with a pray-er service in St. Vincent Basilica. Registration is $10 and includes a box lunch. Go to www.dioceseofgreensburg.org and the section “Christian Unity.”

October 28: Fall/Holiday Craft Show 9AM-2PM. Location is Tots & Tikes Daycare Cafeteria, Youngwood. Vendors & Crafters should call 724-925-2480. Tables are $15 each.

October 28: Polka Party at St. Edward Church, Herminie. Doors open at 7:00PM and buffet starts at 7:30PM. Tickets are $25.00 and will be on late until October 21. Adults only, ages 21 and over. Catered by Rodney’s, Music by Mikie Dee Polka Band. For details and tickets contact Dom at 724-864-3659.

October 29: Fall Bingo at St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church: 1:00-4:00PM, doors open at 12:30PM, Admission is $5.00; Food Gift Cards given in lieu of a Turkey.

November 4: Craft Show at St. James Parish, New Alexandria from 10AM-2PM. Interested Vendors should call Angel Gillott at 724-668-8751, or email at toddgillott2@gmail.com.

November 5: Catholic Charities Annual Purse Bash & Crystal Bake Sale. Location, The Barn at Ligonier Valley. Featured design-ers include Vera Bradley, Michael Kors, Kate Spade Brighton & more. November 5th the doors open at Noon. Proceeds benefit the programs & services of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greens-burg. For additional details contact Heather Rady at Catholic Chari-ties, 724-837-1840

Meeting & Event Minder

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RECEPTION & CONCERT TO HONOR MARY The Diocesan Heritage Center will host a concert in honor of the 100th anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel at the Bishop Connare Center.

A pre-concert reception with Celebrity Priest Chefs will be held at 5 p.m. Tickets for the concert are $30; tickets for the concert and reception are $100. For information and tickets, go to www.dioceseofgreensburg.org or call 724-552-2588. For sponsor-ship information, call 724-552-2509. Proceeds benefit the Diocesan Heritage Center.

This NFP Method can be used to avoid, postpone, plan or achieve pregnancy. The next Natural Family Planning CM-BBT Method INSTRUCTION is scheduled for MONDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2017 beginning at 6pm at the Catholic Charities office in Greensburg. Participants are required to attend only ONE session. The instruction, continued support and follow-up are provided by a medically certified CM-BBT Professional.

Please call at least one week prior to instruction date to PRE- register. Contact Mary Ann Newhouse at Catholic Charities at 724-837-1840, X1658 for additional information or to register for this or an upcoming class. For more information about Natural Family Planning and the CM-BBT Method, visit www.ccharitiesgreensburg.org and link into Natural Family Planning under “Services”.

FAMILY PLANNING SESSION AT CATHOLIC CHARITIES CM-BBT is a medically based, scientifically researched, highly ef-fective NFP method that safely promotes personal health and well-ness of body. CM-BBT invites better marriages, enhances couple communication and encourages mutual respect & responsibility.

Bishop Edward C. Malesic Statement on Las Vegas Shooting “It is with tragic irony that the Catholic Church’s observance of Respect Life Month begins with the horrific mass shooting in Las Vegas. My prayers, and those of all in the Diocese of Greensburg, are with the victims of this senseless tragedy. We also pray for their families and loved ones. We can never become numbed to the seemingly endless stream of outra-geous crimes that show a lack of re-spect for our fellow human beings. We continue to teach and proclaim that every human person is created in God’s image and has the right to life. Although the event in Las Vegas is deeply disturbing for all of us, we will continue to pray that the light of God’s love will reach into the darkest places in our nation and our world. As Jesus said, ‘Be not afraid.’”