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THE CATHOLIC PARISHES
OF OAKMONT, PLUM & VERONA
www.opvcatholic.org
The only official website for our parishes.
School sites can also be accessed from this website.
CLERGY
Group Email: [email protected]
Rev. Kevin G. Poecking
Priest Administrator
Rev. George Dalton
Senior Parochial Vicar
Rev. David DeWitt
Senior Parochial Vicar
Rev. Frederick Gruber
Parish Chaplain
Deacon Joseph Vannucci
Deacon Timothy Noca
Weekend Mass Times
Saturday Vigil: 4:00 PM St. Irenaeus
4:00 PM St. John the Baptist
5:30 PM St. Joseph
6:00 PM Our Lady of Joy
Sunday: 8:00 AM Our Lady of Joy
8:30 AM St Joseph
9:00 AM St. John the Baptist
10:00 AM Our Lady of Joy
11:00 AM St. Januarius
11:00 AM St. Irenaeus
11:30 AM St. John the Baptist
6:00 PM St. John the Baptist
Confessions: Monday 6:00-6:20 PM
St . Januarius
Wednesday 6:00-6:20 PM
St. Irenaeus
Saturday 9:30-10:00 AM
St. John the Baptist
—Or By Appointment
St. Irenaeus, Oakmont
St. Januarius, St. John the Baptist, Plum
St. Joseph, Verona, Our Lady of Joy, Plum
TWENTY FIRST SUNDAY
IN ORDINARY TIME
AUGUST 28, 2019
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Beau Quattrone
School Principal,
OPV Catholic Schools
Dear Friends in Christ:
In today’s Gospel, the key to salvation is knowing and
being known by Jesus. “People will come from east and
west and north and south, and will recline at table in the
kingdom of God. For behold, some are last who will be
first, and some are first who will be last.” (Luke 13:29)
Jesus is saying that people are going to come from all
over and enter into God’s kingdom. He is reversing their
expectations. They expected to be first, but Jesus says
they will be last. They expected God to judge harshly,
but he says he’s going to give them grace. That means
there’s hope for us, for all of us. Anyone can know Jesus
and be saved.
Knowing Jesus is something we teach in our Catholic
schools. Everyone knows that school will be starting for
our students soon. In the Catholic Schools of Oakmont,
Plum, and Verona we have three schools and a change
has occurred within the school administration. As for
myself, I am honored to be representing both St. John
the Baptist and St. Joseph Catholic Schools as the
Principal. We have two Vice-Principals, Mrs. Tina Bucci
at St. Joseph and Mrs. Jeanne Loebig at St. John the
Baptist. Mrs. Bucci is responsible for the Preschool at
St. Joseph’s and Mrs. Loebig is the Preschool
Coordinator for St. John the Baptist and St. Irenaeus.
Polly Swank has been hired to teach the newly formed
St. Joseph Preschool class. We would like to welcome
Sarah Desciak to our St. Joseph Middle School, she will
be teaching Math and Science. Mrs. Cathy Krchnavy will
be added to the Preschool staff at St. John’s. As an
administration, we are dedicated to hiring the best
qualified and certified teachers for our students.
But it is an exciting time as we are combining activities,
events, and fundraisers with both St. Joseph (SJV) and
St. John the Baptist (SJB) Schools. The First Annual
SJV/SJB Golf Outing was held on Saturday, August 17
th
at Manor Valley Golf Course. The weather cooperated
with many prayers by our Golf Committee members and
everyone had a great time. I would like to thank all those
who planned and set up the Golf Outing. We are
planning a combined “Welcome Back to School”
picnic with SJV and SJB students and families at Penn
Hills Park on Friday, August 30
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. Later in September,
another combined event at SJB will be the Annual Duck
Race, so remember to look for the flyer and buy your
ducks! As you will see, students will be together during
events, assemblies, and field trips. They have gotten
along very well with each other when a few events were
combined. For many years the Girls Volleyball team
along with our Cross Country teams from SBJ and SJV
have been combined. As you can see, combining events
and other activities is nothing new for the students. They
get along very well with what I have seen. We need to
educate our students with the graces of God in body,
mind, and spirit. Let’s ask the question in regard to
Luke’s Gospel, “Will I be Saved?,” so why not make the
best of an opportunity that puts you in the graces of the
Lord. Together we can make a difference and make
these great schools we have in our area, even greater.
God bless,
Beau Quattrone, Principal
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will say, “We ate and drank in your company and you taught in
our streets.' Then he will say to you, 'I do not know where you are
from. Depart from me, all you evildoers!' And there will be wailing
and grinding of teeth when you see Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob
and all the prophets in the kingdom of God and you yourselves
cast out. And people will come from the east and the west and
from the north and the south and will recline at table in the
kingdom of God. For behold, some are last who will be first, and
some are first who will be last."
READING I IS 66:18-21 �
Thus says the LORD: I know their works and their thoughts,
and I come to gather nations of every language; they shall come
and see my glory. I will set a sign among them; from them I will
send fugitives to the nations: to Tarshish, Put and Lud, Mosoch,
Tubal and Javan, to the distant coastlands that have never
heard of my fame, or seen my glory; and they shall proclaim my
glory among the nations. They shall bring all your brothers and
sisters from all the nations as an offering to the LORD, on
horses and in chariots, in carts, upon mules and dromedaries, to
Jerusalem, my holy mountain, says the LORD, just as the
Israelites bring their offering to the house of the LORD in clean
vessels. Some of these I will take as priests and Levites, says
the LORD.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM PS 117:1, 2
R.(Mk 16:15) Go out to all the world and tell the Good News.
Praise the LORD all you nations;
glorify him, all you peoples!
R. Go out to all the world and tell the Good News.
For steadfast is his kindness toward us,
and the fidelity of the LORD endures forever.
R. Go out to all the world and tell the Good News.
READING 2 HEB 12:5-7, 11-13
Brothers and sisters, you have forgotten the exhortation
addressed to you as children: "My son, do not disdain the
discipline of the Lord or lose heart when reproved by him;
for whom the Lord loves, he disciplines; he scourges every son
he acknowledges." Endure your trials as "discipline";
God treats you as sons. For what "son" is there whom his father
does not discipline? At the time, all discipline seems a cause not
for joy but for pain, yet later it brings the peaceful fruit of
righteousness to those who are trained by it.
So strengthen your drooping hands and your weak knees.
Make straight paths for your feet, that what is lame may not be
disjointed but healed.
R. Alleluia, alleluia. JN 14:6
I am the way, the truth and the life, says the Lord;
no one comes to the Father, except through me.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
GOSPEL LK 13: 22-30
Jesus passed through towns and villages, teaching as he went
and making his way to Jerusalem. Someone asked him, "Lord,
will only a few people be saved?" He answered them, "Strive to
enter through the narrow gate, for many, I tell you, will attempt to
enter but will not be strong enough. After the master of the
house has arisen and locked the door, then will you stand
outside knocking and saying, 'Lord, open the door for us.' He will
say to you in reply, 'I do not know where you are from. And you
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE TWENTY FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Taller de Oración (Primera parte)
Necesidad de la oración
La oración es tan necesaria en nuestra vida espiritual como lo es respirar para
nuestra vida del cuerpo. Dios es un Padre que nos ama, y con la oración nosotros
participamos de su amor. Es un Padre que llena de bendiciones a sus hijos. La
oración cristiana da frutos, no sólo con uno mismo sino con los demás, nos hace
crecer en el amor a Dios y a los hombres.
La oración ilumina y fermenta toda nuestra vida y nos hace crecer interiormente.
Dios se convierte en un Alguien en nuestras vidas y no es sólo una "idea" sin
vida. El diálogo continuo con Dios se vuelve parte de nuestra vida cotidiana
Para continuar con el taller, puedes ir recorriendo en orden los siguientes enlaces
o escoger el que más se adapte a tus necesidades de oración.
¿Qué es la oración?
-Para orar, es necesario querer orar.
-La oración es buscar a Dios, es ponernos en contacto con Dios,
es encontrarnos con Dios, es acercarnos a Dios.
-Orar es llamar y responder. Es llamar a Dios y es responder a sus invitaciones.
Es un diálogo de amor.
-Quien tiene el hábito de orar, en su vida ve la acción de Dios en los momentos de
más importancia, en las horas difíciles, en la tentación, etc.
-En cambio, si no oramos con frecuencia, vamos dejando morir a Dios en nuestro
corazón y vendrán otras cosas a ocupar el lugar que a Dios le corresponde.
¿Por qué nos desanimamos en la oración?
-Algunas veces podemos desanimarnos en la oración, porque creemos que
estamos orando, pero lo que hemos hecho no es propiamente oración.
La oración no es:
-Si no se dirige a Dios, no es propiamente oración.
-Si no buscamos una comunicación con Dios, sino únicamente una tranquilidad y
una paz interior, no estamos orando, sino buscando un beneficio personal.
-Si no interviene la persona con todo su ser (afectos, inteligencia y voluntad)
no es oración.
-Si no hay humildad y esfuerzo no es oración. Para orar es necesario reconocer
que necesitamos de Dios.
-Si no hay un diálogo con Dios, no es oración.
-Cuando retamos o exigimos a Dios, para que Él haga lo que nosotros queremos,
tampoco estamos orando.
-Si no nos sentimos poco a poco más identificados con Jesucristo y su voluntad
no hemos hecho oración.
-Si no tenemos un fruto de más amor a Dios, al prójimo y a nosotros mismos, no
hemos hecho oración.
Características de la oración
-La oración se dirige a Dios y no necesita de muchas palabras:
Él conoce lo que nos pasa.
-La oración debe ser perseverante: tener paciencia en establecer ese
diálogo con Dios.
-La oración debe ser insistente: no abandonarla a la primera sino insistir
-Para orar es necesario ser humildes: es enriquecerse partiendo de
nuestra pobreza para abrirnos a la riqueza de Dios.
-La oración es poderosa: se pueden observar en la Iglesia muchos imposibles
conseguidos por la oración
-La oración es confiada: al orar se tiene la certeza de que Dios no nos va a fallar y
esto debe transformar nuestra vida
-La oración, siempre debe estar precedida del perdón: antes de orar debemos
limpiar nuestro corazón...
-La oración es necesaria para no caer en tentación: nos fortalece para vivir
siempre cerca de Dios.
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DATE TIME INTENTION/REQUESTER
CH
PRIEST
SATURDAY– Twenty First Sunday in Ordinary Time 8/24 (VIGIL) 4:00 p.m.
Ken Beck (Cousin, Kim Walsh)
SJB BENEDICTINE
4:00 p.m.
Mary Shaffer (Carmen Nowicki)
STI POECKING
5:30 p.m.
Brandstetter Family (Family)
SJV DEWITT
6:00 p.m.
Ralph Mozelewski, Sr. (Family)
OLOJ BENEDICTINE
SUNDAY - Twenty First Sunday in Ordinary Time 8/25 8:00 a.m.
Ellie Paul (Ansy)
OLOJ DALTON
8:30 a.m.
Deceased Members of Ciarnelli Family (Geri Cianelli)
SJV POECKING
9:00 a.m.
Ashley Morabito (Amanda Nicolson)
Marianne DiPlacido & Evita Grande (Family)
SJB DEWITT
10:00 a.m.
Liz Bachtel (Jim & Margie Fisher)
OLOJ
POECKING
11:00 a.m.
Conrad “Duck” DeMichiei (Gus & Connie Dekavalao)
SJAN DALTON
11:00 a.m.
Frederick Bracco (Wife, Dee)
STI GRUBER
11:30 a.m.
Michael Holodnik (Sister & Brothers)
Richard Kastelic (Sandy, Karen & Debbie)
SJB DEWITT
6:00 p.m.
Living & Deceased of the Parish
SJB DALTON
MONDAY - Weekday 8/26 9:00 a.m.
Susan Pernice Farrell (Fran & Jim Obritz)
STI DALTON
6:30 p.m.
Carl Wildow (Frank & Jan Siatkosky)
SJAN POECKING
TUESDAY - St. Monica 8/27 7:30 a.m.
William Studner (Agnes Bauer)
SJV POECKING
9:00 a.m.
Bruna Fassetta (Tony Traficante)
OLOJ DEWITT
WEDNESDAY - St. Augustine 8/28 9:00 a.m.
Nancy Molcsan Hubian
(Daniel R. Molcsan, Sr. and Daniel R. Molscan, Jr.)
SJB POECKING
FRIDAY– Weekday 8/30 7:30 a.m.
John & Mary Humar (Leo Langerholc & Family)
SJB DEWITT
9:00 a.m.
Blanche Kursion (Family)
OLOJ DEWITT
NOON
Bill DiNatale (Dorothy)
STI POECKING
SATURDAY - Weekday 8/31 9:00 a.m.
Bosso & Balenciaga Families (Fran & Family)
Thomas MacNamara (Linda & Chris Neff)
SJB POECKING
SATURDAY– Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 9/1 (VIGIL) 4:00 p.m.
George Lepovsky (Family)
SJB GEORGE, J.
4:00 p.m.
John Balocik (Jeffrey & Arlene Sparks)
STI GRUBER
5:30 p.m.
Pauline Cunningham (Cunningham Family)
SJV DALTON
6:00 p.m.
Marlene Mamros (Husband, Jerry)
OLOJ DALTON
SUNDAY - Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 9/1 8:00 a.m.
Bill Mahan (Family)
OLOJ BENEDICTINE
8:30 a.m.
Richard Claypoole (Arlene & Harry Julian)
SJV DALTON
9:00 a.m.
Paul & Mary O’Block (Family)
Kathy Harrington (Deb & John Kraemer)
SJB POECKING
10:00 a.m.
Bill Mahan (Family)
OLOJ BENEDICTINE
11:00 a.m.
The Richard Baird Family (S&TW) - Merante Family
SJAN DEWITT
11:00 a.m.
John Balocik (Jefffrey & Arlene Sparks)
STI POECKING
11:30 a.m.
Ed & Dolores Burns (Bequest)
William E. Garver, Jr. (Garver Family)
SJB DALTON
6:00 p.m.
Living & Deceased of the Parishes
SJB POECKING
9:00 a.m.
Della Cummings (Family)
SJV POECKING
THURSDAY - Weekday 8/29 7:30 a.m.
Paulose Mani (Ansy)
OLOJ DEWITT
6:30 p.m.
Francis Raucci (Martha Tejchman)
STI DALTON
OPV MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS
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St. Januarius: Offertory: $2,228.00 PSP: $510.00
St. Irenaeus: Offertory: $5,142.00 PSP: $260.00
St. John the Baptist: Offertory: $10,887.00 PSP: $1,905.00
St. Joseph: Offertory: $5,780.00 PSP: $446.00
Our Lady of Joy: Offertory: $5,583.00 PSP: $592.00
OPV CATHOLIC FINANCIAL REPORT
FESTIVAL UPDATE:
Below are the totals for the Festival Profit Allocation. Every parish received a share of the raffle proceeds based on the tickets sold by
each parish before the festival began. Every parish received $50 per parishioner volunteer per night.
Also listed are the final Totals for the Festival.
OPV Festival 2019 Totals�
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Gross �
Income� Expenses�Net Income�
P/E �
Ratio�
Area Totals� �� �� �� ��
Donations� $20,393� $0� $20,393� 100%�
Food� $46,306� $13,998� $32,308� 70% �
Gambling� $4,643� $380� $4,263� 92%�
Games� $7,659� $6,051� $1,609� 21%�
Kiddieland� $3,218� $1,880� $1,338� 42%�
Raffles� $7,413� $3,568� $3,845� 52%�
Grand Raffle� $72,763� $21,505� $51,258� 70%�
Rides� $8,247� $7,597� $650� 8%�
Beer/Wine� $3,589� $1,610� $1,979� 55%�
Booth Sponsorship� $6,320� $2,500� $3,820� 60%�
Donation (Post)� $413� $0� $413� 100%�
Nightly Entertainment� �� $1,330� �$1,330���
Security� �� $1,980� �$1,980���
Cap. Improvements� �� $614� �$614���
Misc. Expenses� �� $17,159� �$17,159���
Totals� $180,964� $80,172� $100,792���
% of Gross Income� 44%� 56%���
Mark you calendars!
Next year’s festival dates:
July 8 -11, 2020
2019 FESTIVAL PROFIT ALLOCATION�
LOCATION�
RAFFLE�
SALES�
VOLUNTEER�
CREDIT�
TOTAL�
EARNED�
STI� $5,175� $1,200� $6,375�
SJAN� $1,765� $700� $2,465�
SJB� $15,662� $34,950� $50,612�
SJV� $9,788� $4,500� $14,288�
OLOJ� $18,868� $7,200� $26,068�
�* SAM� �� ��
$1,000
(rounded up)�
TOTALS�� $51,258� $48,550� $100,792�
Looking for a great way to
support Catholic Schools?
Business owners can
receive tax breaks for
donating to the school of
their choice through the
Education Improvement
Tax Credit (EITC)
program. For more
Information, contact the
Diocesan Office for Stewardship at
412-456-3085.�
* A little over half of the beer & wine sales ($1,000) will be
donated to The Substance Addiction Ministry (SAM).
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EMAIL SCAM ALERT!!
Anyone can create an email address on Hotmail, Gmail, or any other free email services and attach a false name to it. Please do
not be deceived by any scam emails asking for money, gift card codes online, and always check the domain that has sent you an
email to see if it is using the name of our staff or clergy. Trusted domain names for our grouping are diopitt.org, stjohnplum.org, and
opvcatholic.org. Even fake phone numbers can be set up and pretend to be a priest or employee of the church. Know that no one
from our grouping will ever contact you and ask you for gift card codes over the phone or by mail. Contact the parish office if you
want to check, but there’s nothing we can do to stop these scams other than to inform everyone. Be Aware! If you receive any
scam emails please report them as spam and ignore them. If you have any questions please contact the office at 412-793-4511 or
email [email protected].
In Addition: Solicitations for money after Mass by individuals are not permitted on our
properties. If you see this happening, please do not engage them, or inform them to contact
a priest or Sister Lynn during the week.
SAM Rosary >>>
WHEN: Wednesday, September 18, 2019 WHERE: St. Joseph Church, Verona, PA
The next Substance Addiction Ministry Rosary for Recovery will be Wednesday, September 18 at St. Joseph Church, 825 Second
Ave., Verona, PA 15147. We will meet at 7:00PM in the church for the Rosary followed by an informal gathering for all who are
afflicted or affected by addiction. It will be a safe, confidential place for people to seek education, referral and support.
For more information please contact Noreen at 412-296-1709
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Addiction Recovery Ministry Update
The ministry is growing and reaching many who are addicted and afflicted. We currently offer a monthly educational opportunity, as well as a
monthly opportunity for prayer and reflection. We are working on providing an Addiction Recovery Ministry “Hope” Fund to assist those who are
coming out of rehab to restart their life. In October, there will be a great fundraiser for A.R.M. and the Light of
Life Mission. On October 5 at 6:00 p.m. in St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Oakland, “Come Together to
Fight Addiction”, featuring a Beatles Tribute band, will be held to benefit both programs.
For more information regarding this event or to be a sponsor, contact the Addiction Recovery Ministry
at 412-218-5410 or send an email to [email protected].
If you would like to receive our monthly newsletter, please also contact us at the phone number or email address listed above.
You can find us on Facebook at Addiction Recovery Ministry Pittsburgh or our website addictionrecoveryministrypittsburgh.org.
MINISTRY AT OPV CATHOLIC
MASS INTENTION ADJUSTMENTS
Please note that with the new Mass schedule, previously scheduled Mass intentions may need to be adjusted
to coincide with the new Mass schedules.
St. Januarius - Sunday, 7:45 AM intentions will now be celebrated at the 11:00 AM Mass
St. John the Baptist - Sunday, 11:00 AM intentions will now be celebrated at the 11:30 AM Mass
St Joseph’s - Saturday, 6:00 PM intentions will now be celebrate at the 5:30 Mass
Our Lady of Joy - Sunday 12:00 Noon intentions will now be celebrated at the 8:00 AM Mass
NOTE: Mass intentions dedicated to someone who is not deceased will be offered for their Spiritual & Temporal Welfare (S&TW)
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OPV Catholic Women's Retreat
September 13th - 15th, 2019
St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center
Southside, Pittsburgh
"Blessed by God Who Surround You With
Loving Compassion"
Retreat information and registration form are
available online at opvcatholic.org
Carpooling to and from retreat will be available.
For more information contact these promoters:
STI: Mary Lou Kissane (412) 337-0178
Mary Sutton (412) 334-4922
SJAN & SJB: Betsy Yaklich (412) 527-1170
SJV: Lisa Cannillo (412) 427-2295
Barb Johnson (412) 795-1876
OLOJ: Sandy Barca (724) 733-2163
Kathleen Float (724) 325-2482
For Financial Assistance, Contact Your Parish Promoter
� �Have you thought about becoming Catholic but have
questions about Jesus Christ or the Catholic Church?��
If so,�let's talk about them!��We invite any and all �
questions! We also welcome�you to attend RCIA Inquiry
which begins at�7:00 on Wednesday, September 11�in the
St. Zachariah Room of St. John the Baptist Church. The
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is for those who
are not baptized, those baptized in another Christian �
tradition and those who are baptized Catholic who would
like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Attending
RCIA Inquiry is not an obligation to become Catholic. It is an opportunity to ask your questions and to gain �
understanding of some foundational�beliefs of the Catholic Church.��
� � We welcome your questions about RCIA and invite you to contact Ronald Donatelli, Coordinator of RCIA,
at�[email protected]. You may also call 412�793�4511. We ask all our OPV parishioners to let those who have
questions about the Catholic faith know about our parish RCIA. �
MINISTRY AT OPV CATHOLIC
>> How to Build a Culture of Life
WHO: Respect Life Committee WHERE: SJB St. Elizabeth Room When: Wednesday, September 4th at 6:00
THE PROBLEM……. Watching the news and reading the headlines, we may feel helpless seeing the heartbreaking lack of respect for human life. How do
we respond when our efforts seem small in the face of the culture of death?
OUR RESPONSE……. Changing the culture is a process of conversion that begins in our own hearts and includes a willingness to be instructed and a
desire to be close to Jesus – the source of joy and love. Jesus promised his disciples, “I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Mt 28:20)
WHERE TO BEGIN:: On Wednesday, September 4
th
at 6:00pm in the St. Elizabeth Room (Church Annex) at SJB, we will be showing the movie, Unplanned (the
conversion story of Abby Johnson, a former director for Planned Parenthood who made the decision to leave her job and to support the efforts of 40 Days for Life).
Respect Life issues are many and we want to know what is on your heart. There will be a brief meeting before the movie to talk about what a Respect
Life Group might look like for our OPV Catholic Community and also ways to honor Respect Life Month (October).
Please take a moment to reflect on the 2018-2019 Respect Life Theme: EVERY LIFE: CHERISHED ~ CHOSEN ~ SENT
Cherished: Nothing can diminish the priceless worth of any human life.
Chosen: God creates every person for eternal union with Him.
Sent: We are called to be messengers of God’s Love.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or call/text Fran Morrow at 412-965-9874.
>> ALL ARE WELCOME <<
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Sign Up for Flocknote Announcements
Text ‘OPVJYM’ to 84576
for Junior Youth Ministry
Text ‘OPVSYM’ to 84576
for Senior Youth Ministry
Questions: Contact Kristin Consuegra,
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY
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ST. JANUARIUS PARISH NEWS
1450 Renton Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
412-793-4439
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St. Irenaeus Adult Choir is welcoming new
members to join and further enrich our
beautiful choir and music ministry. Previous choral
experience or the ability to read
music is welcomed, but not required. Please contact our
Director of Music and Worship, Andrija Andelic,
or 412-794-4006.
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The St. Irenaeus
FALL/HOLIDAY
Flea Market
opens on
Tuesday, September 17th.
Halloween, Autumn and
Christmas Decorations, Clothing
and Accessories, Household
Items, Furniture, and Much More!
MEETINGS COMING UP
Overeaters Anonymous
Contact Dee for more information
At 724-339-3617.
All meetings are held every
Tuesday at 7:00 pm in the
Church Hall
All are welcome to attend
the meeting!
Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Donations may be dropped off when the flea
market is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and
Saturdays or call Elaine at 412-828-8515
to make other arrangements.
If you would like to have the
sanctuary candle burned in memory of a
loved one, please contact the office.
Candles are $10.00 per week and your
dedication will be included in the bulletin.
ST. IRENAEUS PARISH NEWS
387 Maryland Avenue
Oakmont, PA 15139
412-828-3065
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ST. IRENAEUS PARISH NEWS
BULLETIN ADDITIONS
Any information you would like to have
included in the Bulletin should be sent to:
Karen Deemer at [email protected].
Information must be submitted at least
two weeks in advance.
MASS INTENTION ADJUSTMENTS
Please note that with the new Mass schedule,
the previously scheduled Sunday 7:45 AM Mass intentions
will now be celebrated at the 11:00 AM Masses.
St. Irenaeus Parish would like to thank Regina
Kuszajewski for her service to St. Irenaeus
Parish as an Altar Server. Regina will be
leaving to go to college.
Thank You Regina and God's
Blessings to you as you begin
this new journey.
Office Hours
Just a reminder that the St. Irenaeus
Office is open Mondays and Fridays
from 8 AM to Noon. Mass Intentions
are available by calling or stopping in
to St. Joseph Parish office Mondays
from 1 PM - 4 PM and Tuesday
through Thursday 8 AM - 4 PM.
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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH NEWS
444 Saint John Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
412-793-4511
Sanctuary Candle for Aug. 25 - Aug. 31
The Sanctuary Candle burns this week
for Clarence & Helen Vandzura
requested by the Deemer & Minto Families
ST. JOSEPH PARISH NEWS
825 Second Avenue
Verona, PA 15147
412-795-5114
CHURCH CLEANING
If you could spare some time on Thursday mornings,
the church cleaners could use some extra help with
their weekly cleaning. They start at 9:00 AM.
Any help would be much appreciated.
INTENT TO CHANGE CASE STATEMENT FOR ST. JOSEPH PARISH
This fall, we are planning to replace the church roof. Since this is a more urgent
need that the previously intended plans to update the sanctuary, we would like
to amend our case statement to repair the roof instead. This way, we can use
the funds raised from the Church Alive Capital Campaign for the needed roof
replacement. We have a contract already with a roofer and expect the roof
replacement to cost under $60,000. If any St. Joseph parishioner or benefactor
to our parish capital campaign has any further questions about this, please
contact the parish office.
If interested or for any questions,
please contact
Jon Parrotta at 412-519-2058�
Giant Eagle/Community/Labriolas
Thanks to all those who continue to purchase the grocery gift cards. This is a simple but
very effective way to help our school. To those of you who have never tried this program,
won’t you consider beginning to help. Many of our parishioners have scaled back their
budgets due to the economy, however, the need to purchase gas, prescription drugs and
food never ends. Please consider purchasing Giant Eagle, Community and Labriolas gift
cards. These cards are sold every week after all Masses and during the week at the
Parish Office. Our school receives 5% back on Giant Eagle and Community and 10%
ack on Labriolas at no additional cost to you.
Rosary For The Deceased
St. Joseph Parish Ladies of Charity invite all from the OPV group
to join them as they pray the rosary for the recently deceased of
our parishes Sunday, September 8th after the 8:30 AM Mass.
This is an opportunity to honor the deceased from the prior month
and to reflect in prayer.
MASS INTENTION ADJUSTMENTS
Please note that with the new
Mass schedule, the previously
scheduled Sunday, 11:00 AM
Mass intentions will now be
celebrated at the
11:30 AM Masses.
WELCOME
Robert & Barbara Yost,
Robert, Jr. & Caden
Liturgical Ministers
(Aug. 31 & Sept. 1, 2019)
Altar Servers:
5:30 PM Aydan Johnson/K. Kohut
8:30 AM J. Maisto/T. Pizzuti
Cantors:
5:30 PM No Information
8:30 AM A. Forbeck
Lectors:
5:30 PM B. DeSantis/M. Forbeck
8:30 AM J. Hackett/L. Iachini
Extraordinary Ministers:
5:30 PM P. Boast, J. Eastley, B. Molyneaux,
L. & F. Opice, D. Santucci, D. Tappe
8:30 AM A. Bursic, J. Chirdon, P. Konieczka,
F. Morow, A. Rohm, B. Steinmeyer, C. Truckley
Other Volunteers
Money Counters: P. Sobczak, A. Provenza, M. Slipo
Giant Eagle Sellers: 5:30 PM Noonan/Konieczka
8:30 AM Olesinski/Vrscak
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2000 O’Block Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
412-795-3388
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OUR LADY OF JOY PARISH NEWS
Pre-Baptism Class
A class is required for any new parent(s)
wishing to have their baby baptized at
Our Lady of Joy Parish. The class will be
offered at 7:00pm
in the Father
Marchukonis Hall
on Thursday,
September 19, 2019.
Call St. John the Baptist at 412-793-4511
to register.
Sanctuary Candle for Aug. 25 - Aug. 31
The Sanctuary Candle burns this week for
Liz Bachtel
requested by Steve & Patty Mahr
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BULLETIN ADDITIONS
Any information you would like to have
included in the Bulletin should be sent to
Karen Deemer at [email protected].
Information must be submitted at
least two weeks in advance.
The Holy Name Society holds regular
meetings the second Sunday of the month,
September through June, following the
10 AM Mass in Room 2 of
Fr. Marchukonis Hall at OLOJ.
Officer meetings are the preceding Monday
At 7 PM in the cry room at OLOJ.
The first scheduled meeting
for the season are:
Officer Meeting - 9/2/2019
Regular meeting - 9/8/2019
MASS INTENTION ADJUSTMENTS
Please note that with the new Mass
schedule, the previously scheduled
Sunday noon Mass intentions will now
be celebrated at the 8:00 AM Masses.
Recent Funerals and Deaths
Carmelia Bencivenga (STI)
Joseph Szurszewski (SJV)
Lord, grant eternal
rest to the souls
of the
dearly departed.
SCRIPTURES FOR AUGUST 25 - SEPTEMBER 1, 2019
SCRIPTURES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS�
Sunday: Is 66:18-21/Ps 117:1, 2, [Mk 16:15]/Heb 12:5-7, 11-13/Lk 13:22-30
Monday: 1 Thes 1:1-5, 8b-10/Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Mt 23:13-22
Tuesday: 1 Thes 2:1-8/Ps 139:1-3, 4-6 [1]/Mt 23:23-26
Wednesday: 1 Thes 2:9-13/Ps 139:7-8, 9-10, 11-12ab [1]/Mt 23:27-32
Thursday: 1 Thes 3:7-13/Ps 90:3-5a, 12-13, 14 and 17 [14]/Mk 6:17-29
Friday: 1 Thes 4:1-8/Ps 97:1 and 2b, 5-6, 10, 11-12 [12a]/Mt 25:1-13
Saturday: 1 Thes 4:9-11/Ps 98:1, 7-8, 9 [9]/Mt 25:14-30
Next Sunday: Sir 3:17-18, 20, 28-29/Ps 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11 [cf. 11b]/Heb 12:18-19, 22-24a/Lk 14:1, 7-14�
A Note From The Human Coalition
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Baby Bottle
Campaign this year. As a collective result of St. John the
Baptist, Our Lady of Joy, St. Irenaeus, St. Januarius and
St. Joseph’s participation in our Baby Bottle Campaign, we
have received to date, a total of $6,154.77.
Because of God’s blessing and generous donors like you,
Human Coalition has helped rescue more than 11,436 children
and their families from abortion over the past nine years. Thank you for
standing with us to help save the lives of these precious children!
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BACK TO SCHOOL FAMILY PICNIC
Co-Sponsored by St. Joseph & St. John’s PTG
When: Friday August 30
th
Where: Penn Hills Park ~ Red Oak Pavilion
Time: 5pm – 7pm
PTG will provide hot dogs, condiments and paper products.
Each family should bring their own drinks.
If you have any questions, please contact
Julie Madera 412-491-7225
Thank you and we hope to see you there!
THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF
OAKMONT, PLUM, & VERONA
~Preschool � 8th Grade~�
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Middle States Accreditation ~ Highly Qualified Teachers�
St. John the Baptist School (Plum) ~ Preschool-8th 412-793-0555
St. Joseph School (Verona)~ Preschool-8th 412-828-7213
St. Irenaeus Preschool (Oakmont) ~ Preschool 412-794-4005
Welcome to the OPV School Community
My name is Polly Swank and this is my first year at St. Joseph School.
I graduated from California University of PA with my Bachelor Degree in
Elementary/Early Childhood Education. I have been with the Diocese of
Pittsburgh for about 34 years. I come from a large family of 5 sisters and
1 brother. I am excited to be a part of beginning the Preschool Program
here at St. Joe’s. I enjoy taking trips to North Carolina where I love
to visit with some of my family. I look forward to a great year
and can’t wait to meet all of the St. Joseph family!
My name is Sarah Desciak, and this is my first year at St. Joe's. I
graduated from King's college with my Bachelors Degree in Math. I'm
originally from Northeastern PA, which is where I began my teaching
career. Last year, my husband, Mike, and I moved to Pittsburgh. It has
been an exciting adventure! This will be my second year teaching within
the Diocese of Pittsburgh, and I'm happy and honored to continue my
work in Catholic education. I'm excited to join the St. Joseph family and
am looking forward to a great school year!
**MORE INTRODUCTIONS NEXT WEEK**�
If your last name starts with A-M,
please bring a dessert to share!
If your last name starts with N-Z,
please bring a side dish to share!
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IN OUR GROUPING AND AROUND THE DIOCESE...
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EUCHARIST ADORATION
Please note that the Adoration
First Week will resume starting again in September
First day of the Month:
Monday - Noon to 6:30 p.m. Mass – SJAN
Tuesday - 8 a.m. to Noon – SJV
Wednesday - 5 to 9 p.m. STI (except 6:30 p.m. Mass)
Thursday - 8 a.m. to Noon – OLOJ
Friday - 8 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. Saturday morning (all day and night) - SJB
Eucharist Adoration Volunteer Sign Up
Eucharistic Adoration volunteer sign up is now available for all OPV
churches. We will be using our online Volunteer Scheduler Pro
scheduling software to schedule Eucharistic Adoration. Those who are
not online can contact the parish office to be placed on the schedule.
The schedule for the first week in September is online now.
If you volunteered for the SJB fish fry or the OPV family
festival, use the same profile you used to volunteer. Or you can create a
new profile. You can find the buttons on our website at
https://opvcatholic.org/volunteer-at-opv. If you do not have
internet access, please call the rectory at 412-793-4511 to have your
name added to the schedule.
CCD Classes for the 2019-2020 Season will start the week of September 15th.
The following are the new CCD times for the OPV Parishes for the 2019/2020 School Year:
St. Irenaeus St. John the Baptist
Sunday—9:30am-10:45am (K-8) Sunday—10:00-11:15am (K-5)
Monday—6:00-7:15pm (K-8) Sunday—7:00-8:15pm (6-8)
Monday—5:00-6:15pm (K-7)
Tuesday—6:30-7:45 (1-8)
* Latino Schedule to be announced
Additional information, including the calendar of all classes and events,
will be available on the website shortly.
Children and young people in today’s world, now, more than ever, need to hear the Good News of Jesus. They need to meet good role models of faith. The most important
way is to achieve this goal is through Faith Formation. Faith formation equips individuals and families with tools to hear and speak the Word of God. It also provides means
for men, women, and children to practice the skills of communicating with God and one another in the language of faith. It is more than learning to recite prayers and list the
Ten Commandments. It is about bringing our children and young people to have a deeper relationship with God and Jesus. Each of us are made in God’s image, but that we
are each uniquely created as individuals. God has given each of us unique gifts and talents that make us who we are. We can use those gifts to evangelize especially those
who are about to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. You have much more to share with those you’ll teach than you might realize. When I first volunteered to be a cate-
chist, it was to share my teaching heart—not a teacher by training, but by calling. I wouldn’t have articulated it that way when I started, but I’ve since come to see my cate-
chist work as a part of my calling. In the early days, I just enjoyed working with kids and thought teaching was a wonderful way to do that. The most important reason to get
involved is so that we can help nourish the faith in children. If we don’t get involved, who will teach them and prepare them to be active members in the parish as they grow?
We ask that you prayerfully consider this important ministry. If you are interested in helping, you can reach us by e-mail at [email protected] or call the office at (412)
793-4511.
It’s our job: Jesus sent us to “go and teach all nations.”
- John Cupps, CCD Assistant Program Manager
Faith Formation Volunteers are Needed! >>>
CCD REGISTRATION FORMS
CCD Registration Forms are now available on the
website for all children in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
You will find it under “Joint Efforts” at the top of the page,
then under “Faith Formation”. All students who plan on
attending CCD this year will need to fill out a new form.
These forms can be completed and sent directly from the
website at www.opvcatholic.org.
If you need a copy mailed to you, please contact Karen
Deemer at (412) 795-4511 or email her at
Additional questions can be directed to Steph Williams at
[email protected] or at (412) 795-4511.
WHAT IS ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT?
The Blessed Sacrament is a large host consecrated from Mass. It is what we receive in Holy Communion, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ.
The large host is placed in a luna which is a glass lens through which we can see the host. The luna is placed in a brass/gold monstrance so that it is elevated
on the altar, a kind of throne for Our Lord Jesus Christ. There on the altar, we can spend time in meditation and adoration of our loving God, offering prayers or
simply listening to God. Next to Mass itself, this is one of the highest forms of prayer and it can greatly enhance and develop our spiritual lives.
WHY ADORE THE BLESSED SACRAMENT?
All of us should be familiar with the distinction between having a conversation over the phone or having a conversation face to face with another human being.
When we are in the presence of another person, it makes for a fuller conversation and participation in the dialogue. This is true for our prayer as well. We can
talk and listen to God anytime and anywhere. However, when we are in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, we are there face to face with our Lord and it
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IN OUR GROUPING AND AROUND THE DIOCESE...
The Meadows Day Trip
Join Our Lady of Joy for a fun filled day at the Meadows Casino on
Thursday, September 12th. The bus leaves OLOJ at 9:30 AM and
departs the casino at 5:00 PM. Cost is $25.00 per person, casino
bonus of $20.00 slot play and $5.00 food (subject to change by the
casino). For information or reservations, contact Larry Thomas at
412-793-7576.
Clean-Up Day
The Knights of Columbus Council 4242 will be conducting
a cleanup of Shannon Road in Verona
on September 7th at 8:30AM.
Anyone interested in assisting can
contact Pete Konieczka at
412-609-4573.
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Needed are:
*50/50 volunteers to help with selling tickets
*Bakers
*Kitchen volunteers for day of dinner
*Wait staff
*Groups or individuals to make and donate baskets
for the Chinese Auction
- Each basket should be worth a minimum of $100.
- List of items in basket posted on basket
Confirmation candidates and high school students…..
this is a great opportunity to earn volunteer hours!
Interested or needing more information contact Sister Lynn
Looking for folks interested in
helping with the
St. Januarius Pork Roast Dinner
>> Save the Date <<
Annual St. Januarius Parish
Pork Roast Dinner
September 22, 2019
1:00pm – 6:00pm
$10 – ADULTS
$5 – CHILDREN under 12
Menu
Pork Roast, Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy,
Green Beans, Applesauce, Bread/Butter
Dessert, Beverages
Bake Sale …... Chinese Auction …... 50/50 Raffle
MASS INTENTIONS REMINDER
Mass Intentions are available by calling Joyce Doyle at St.
Joseph Parish office (412-795-5114) Mondays from 1 PM - 4
PM and Tuesday thru Thursday 8 AM - 4 PM or by stopping in
the rectory at St. Joe’s during those hours. You can also email
her at: [email protected].
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OPV CATHOLIC SPIRITUALITY CORNER
Praying for Our Sick
Please pray for all those in our parish
grouping who are in need, especially the sick
at home, those in nursing homes and
hospitals, the unemployed, those who have
lost a loved one and those who feel isolated or
abandoned.
In particular, we ask you to pray for:
David Baker, Randy Barker, Jackson Beck,
George Benson, Mary Ellen Bodnar, Betty
Bosnich, Cecilia Condon, Dorothy Concilio,
Bonnie Conway, Phyllis Cosnotti, Patricia
Coto, Jim Cunningham, Paul Dannhardt, Guy
DeCarlo, Phil Derry, Audrey D’Incau, Mary
Denholm, Irene DePellegrin, John DeRiggi,
Alexander DeRiso, Sonny DeRiso,
John Dominic,
Natalie Evans,
Alice Falkowski,
Michael Fanzo,
Gino & Blanche
Fedel, Lois & Don
Funk, Dave
Gartner, George
Gerneth, Paula
Gent, Fritz
Gimbel, Barb
Goettler, Bill Gould, Marian Grasinger, Judy
Gratz, Bill Griffith III, Virginia Grilli, Pat &
Jean Guerrierro, Matt Gunsallus, Joe H.,
Julie H., Carol Harrity, Alice Havics, Mary K.
Heinz, Mary Henry, Russ Hull, Angela P.
Jackson, Steven Kalinowski, Tia K.,Mr. Phil
Karl, Sandy Keller, Doris Kennedy, Claire
Kleckner, Jacob Knighton, Ursula Koontz,
Mary Ann Kralovic, Eleanor Kuhn, Richard L.,
Josephine Labriola, Denny Lake, Debbie
Lawrence & Family, Mary Ann Leone,
Shirley Leras, Erica Letters, Margaret Mary
Lisotto, James Magernik, Kimberly
Manuppelli, Violet Marney, Jack Martz,
Farah Marshal, Brian Marquis, Richard
Martin, Louis Martin, Dolores Matthews,
Michael Marx, Ruth Marx, Lee Mazur,
Laura McAleer, Mary Ann McDermott, John
McGovern, Tim McKee, Tom Medved,
George E. Mesher, Rosemary Meuser, Ray
Milleman, David Miller, Mary Miller, Sally
Miller, Susan Miller, Michael Monfredi, Patsy
Montanaro, Dominic Mollica, Dorothy
Morrissey, Yvonne Mosco, Gene Mowry,
Gloria Mulholland, Colomba Musico,
Kenneth Myers, Lois Myers, Melissa N.,
Sandy Novak, Dorothy O’Donnell, Rene
Olean, Ross Orgera, Jimmy Painter, Edna
Parillo, Frank Parillo, John L. Parillo,
Michael Payne, Janice Pfeifer, Phyllis Pierce,
Dee Pivik, Jonathan Plake, F. L. & J. L.
Pro, J.R. Pro, Bernie Proch, Zita Pushkar,
Gia Regan, Paxton Renk, Jo Ann Rusnak,
Christine Russo, Melinda S., Camillo
Sciulli, George Scribe, Marge Scribe,
Dolores Sciullo, Janet Sendek, Jane Seibel,
Mary C. Sneider, Chris Sparacino, Colleen
Strahler, William Stezoski, Don Tappe, Janet
Terlizzi, Peggy Tomes, John Truxal, William
Volzer, Rita Vucic, Laure W., George
Walcutt, Loretta Williams, Elaine Wertz, Tom
Woods, Amy Worthington, Paul Zanella,
Joann Zapata, Barbara Zimmers, Betty
Zimmers, and Angie Zucco.
We will keep your loved one on our OPV Prayer List for
3 months. After that time, if you would still like your loved
one to be on the list, just call your parish
office and make a request.
We ask those who have requested a prayer,
to please give us an update call when
your loved one is better.
DEVOTIONS AND ROSARIES IN OUR GROUPING
Rosary & Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena with Devotions
Every Wednesday after 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. John the Baptist
St. Anthony Novena
Every Monday at 7:00 p.m. at St. Januarius
St. Jude Novena
Every first Monday after the 6:30 p.m. Mass at St. Januarius
Morning Prayer
After 9:00 a.m. Mass on Tuesdays & Fridays and after 7:30 on Thursdays at Our Lady of Joy
Rosary
Before Mass Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at Our Lady of Joy
Mondays & Wednesdays in Advent & October at 6:00 p.m. at St. Irenaeus & St. Januarius
Rosary for the Deceased
After the 8:30 a.m. Mass every second Sunday of the month at St. Joseph
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
First Fridays:
8:00 a.m. Friday to Saturdays 8:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist
2:45 p.m.-Thursdays: Rosary, Intercessory Prayer, Adoration, Divine Mercy Chaplet at Our Lady of Joy
Seven Sisters Apostolate
A group of seven women pray for 1 hour before the Blessed Sacrament on a selected day for each priest in our grouping.
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OPV PARISH STAFFS/DIRECTORIES �
OPV CATHOLIC PARISH STAFF/DIRECTORY
Parish Office ………..……..……………………………………………….…….....….……..…..….412-793-4511
Parish Fax …………...………...……….…...………..……...…………………...…………......…...412-793-4311
General Office & Oakmont/Verona Parish Accounting, Joyce Doyle………..…...………..…[email protected]
Safe Environment Coordinator, Barb Pronio……………...….…...…..……………..…. [email protected]
Plum Parish Accounting, Patty Mahr…….………………..………….….……..…[email protected]
Ministry Scheduler, Rita Gurganus...…………………………….……..…….…[email protected]
Bulletin Editor, Karen Deemer..……………………………………..…....……..……[email protected]
SOS Ministry, Sal Altomare..……………………………………...…..………......…..……[email protected]
OPV CATHOLIC SCHOOLS STAFF/DIRECTORY
“Beau” Quattrone, School Principal.....................................................................principal@opvcatholic.org
St. John the Baptist School & Preschool Office…………………..…………………..…….412-793-0555
Jeanne Loebig, Vice Principal…………...……………..……………………….…….……[email protected]
St. Joseph School & Preschool Office: .……………………………………………………...412-828-7213
Tina Bucci, Vice Principal:……………..………………….….…………... [email protected]
St. Irenaeus Preschool Office:…...……………….……………...…………...…………………412-795-4005
All Clergy are listed on the cover page.
Additional OPV Staff are listed below:
Mr. David Hall, Business Manager…………………………………………………[email protected]
Sr. Lynn Miller, Social Ministry ………………………………………………….....……[email protected]
Mrs. Stephanie Williams, Faith Formation Director………………...………………[email protected]
Mrs. Kristin Consuegra, Coordinator of Youth Ministry……………...……………[email protected]
Mr. Silvio Garcia, Young Adult Minister…………………………………………[email protected]
Mr. Ronald Donatelli, Christian Initiation………………………………………….……[email protected]
Ms. Brit Meli, Communication and Technology Manager…………………[email protected]
OLOJ Parish Mission Statement
Our Lady of Joy Parish is a Catholic community of faith dedicated to Mary, the cause
of our joy. We are centered in Jesus Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit and
nourished by the Eucharist. We are a welcoming family, striving to see Christ in all
and responding to the needs of the members of our parish and community. Called to
act in faith, hope and love we seek to become a visible presence of Christ in the
world. Our Lady of Joy, pray for us!
SJV Parish Mission Statement
St. Joseph Parish is a faith community, rich in history and strong in its
Catholic tradition since 1866. Through the grace of the Eucharist and under the guid-
ance of the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to building up the Body of Christ
through a strong spiritual life, education in the faith and service to our parish and
community. St. Joseph, pray for us!
SJAN Parish Mission Statement
St. Januarius is a Roman Catholic community of faith focused on the life
and teachings of Jesus Christ. We are grateful to those who have built up
St. Januarius to be a welcoming, active, and spiritual parish. With the
Eucharist and through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we strive to use
the gifts and talents given to us by the Father to support the lives of
parishioners at all age levels and stages of life. We also pledge to live our
lives so that through our words and actions all may feel the presence of
Jesus Christ in the world today. St. Januarius, pray for us!
SJB Parish Mission Statement
Saint John the Baptist Parish is located in Plum Borough,
Pennsylvania and is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese
of Pittsburgh. As a faith community, we strive to imitate
our patron Saint John the Baptist who led others to Christ.
We are committed to keeping our faith alive and growing
through prayer, sacraments, faith formation and service.
Through evangelization and stewardship we encourage
full and active participation of all members. We hope to
reflect the life and love of Christ by strengthening the faith
of our parishioners while reaching out to all God’s people.
Saint John the Baptist, pray for us!
STI Parish Mission Statement
The Faith Community of St. Irenaeus strives for knowledge, service,
and faith through our patron’s guidance and the Holy Spirit dwelling
within us. With love, worship, and solidarity, we are building God’s
Kingdom in our families and communities. Nourished by Word and
Sacrament, we give ourselves to Christ and His Church for the greater
glory of God our Father.
“The proper glory of God is man fully alive.”
~St. Irenaeus
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412-793-7599
2001 Rt. 286 • Pittsburgh, PA 15239 (724) 327-68001173 Route 356 • Leechburg, PA 15656 (724) 845-8104
PROMPTPROFESSIONAL
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JIM MILLERPresident & Master Plumber
E.H. MILLER PLUMBING CO., INC. Serving the community since 1935 128 Kerr Road • Plum Boro, PA 15068 PHONE (412) 380-8000
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COMMUNITYSUPER MARKET
1117 Miltown Road
JD Auto Body 1300 Hulton Rd.
(412) [email protected]
PENN HILLS2820 Universal Road
412-798-9680Hours: 6am-Midnight
HOLIDAY PARK2362 Golden Mile Hwy.
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TRENZFuneral Home, Inc.
(412) 242-5100Charles W. Trenz
SupervisorAt Home Consultation & Pre-Planning Available
THIS SPACE IS
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Insurance Group
DINNIN & PARKINS ASSOCIATESInsurance / Financial Services
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TOM DINNIN SR. & JR., Fellow Parishioners300 Allegheny River Blvd. • 412-828-5122
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Fox Chapel PlazaPittsburgh, PA 15238
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412-794-8544600 West Railroad Ave.Verona, PA
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412-795-8833
Cell - 412-780-0166 - Ask for Frank**No Job Too Small**
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Dr. Viola Agostino Valletta Chiropractic and Lifestyle Solutions For Families 2026 Logans Ferry Road New Kensington PA 15068
724.335.3696 | [email protected]
Meg L. BurkardtAttorney at law
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7621-B SaltSBurg roadPlum Boro
412-795-4277
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Serving the Pittsburgh area Since 1946 for all your Heating,
Air Conditioning & Roofing needs
William F. Gross Funeral Home LTD
John F. Rosella, President - Supervisor11735 Frankstown Rd. (412) 242-6540
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412.403.8026 Quality home improvement services since 2012
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844-568-6601
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504 Allegheny River Blvd. • Oakmont
(412) 828-2299
COMFORTKEEPERS
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RON SCOTTAUTO BODY(412) 828-0083
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specializes in affordable garage door sales and services.
O O'BlockHVAC 412-793-2182
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Commercial • Residential • Apartments501 Center Hill Road • Pittsburgh, PA 15239
William E. Garver, D.D.S.Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
412-371-055510517 Lindberg Avenue • Pittsburgh, PA 15235
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Estate Planning • Probate • Wills • Powers of Attorney4372 Old William Penn Hwy • Monroeville
~ Evening Hours By Appointment ~
Amanda C Langford, Agent2818 Golden Mile HighwayPittsburgh, PA 15239-2400Bus 724 327 3227 Fax 724 733 [email protected] #139716 NMLS MLO #1022415 MLO License #49467Licensed by the PA Dept. of BankingProviding Insurance and Financial Services
BONURA CABINETS
EST. 1964
412-793-6790
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Oakmont, PA412-517-8337
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1910 New Texas Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15239
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State Representative TONY DE LUCA 412-793-2448 • 7205 Saltsburg Rd., Penn Hills
Laura J. Abbott DeCarolis, CFP® President/Parishioner
(412) 856-7300Jonnet Building, Suite 303, Monroeville, PA 15146
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Brian T. Soxman, Funeral Director, SupervisorAnna F. Zvirman-Nesbit, Funeral Director, Celebrant, Parishioner
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Dr. Cynthia Chatlos RothermelA Chatlos Family Practice Since 1968
7641 Saltsburg Road • 412-795-6880 • www.plumdentist.com
ROBERT H. SCOTT, D.M.D.JACQUELINE SCOTT, D.M.D.
Family DentistryOffice Hours Day & Eve.
7619 Saltsburg Road412-795-7717
MARGARET KANAAN, AIF®
Senior Vice PresidentThe Kanaan - Yezovich Group
724 845-3276 • Fax 724 845-3279 www.aprorealty.com
Frank Skubel, OPV ParishionerREALTOR®, SRES, MRP, ABRPh. 412 [email protected]
