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Church of Saint Benedict
Diocese of Allentown - Bishop John O. Barres, D.D.
October
2014
April 12,
27, 2014
MASS SCHEDULE
Daily: Mon. & Thur. 6:30pm - Tue.,Wed.,& Fri. 8:00 am
Saturday: Vigil: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:15am
Holy Day Vigil: 5:00pm; Day-8:00am & 7:00pm
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Celebrated the 1st Sunday of the month at 12:30pm
and the 3rd Sunday at 11:15am mass. Baptism preparation class held 2nd Saturday. Please call the office
to schedule a baptism & class.
RECTORY PARISH OFFICE
2020 Chestnut Hill Rd, Mohnton, Pa 19540
610-856-1006 Office Hrs. Mon—Friday 9am-5pm
Website: www.churchofsaintbenedict.com
Email: StBenedict2020@dejazzd.com
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
Couples should call the priest at least 6 months before the wedding. A marriage preparation program is
offered to every couple.
Church of St. Benedict
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
PREP (W) 610-856-5146 - (H)
LaSalle Academy Office
www.lsabear.org
Berks Catholic High School
www.berkscatholic.org
610-370-0199
610-777-7392
610-374-8361
PARISH STAFF
Fr. Philip F. Rodgers ...................................... Pastor
Fr. Tom Kuller, S.J…………….Weekend Ministry
Valerie Christo .......... Director Religious Education
Andrew Angstadt ............................. Music Director
Patti Fisher, Psy. D....... Principal LaSalle Academy
Jeanie Hauck .................................. Parish Secretary
Anne Long ........................................... .Bookkeeper
Clara Lush ........................................ Bulletin Editor
Rosanne Weidner ................ Rectory Housekeeping
Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator:
Wendy S. Krisak, M.S., 800-791-9209 Confidential
Sister Meg Cole, S.S.J. Safe Environment Coordinator
610-866-0581, Ext. 19 - Fax: 610-867-8702
Allentown
Diocese
website
www.allentowndiocese.org
MINISTRY TO THE SICK
Please call the parish office if a parishioner is homebound or hospitalized. Sacrament of Anointing is
offered anytime. Eucharistic Ministers are available
every Sunday.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturday from 4:00-4:45pm or by appointment.
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a program for
anyone interested in the Catholic faith or in returning
to the Church. If interested or have questions contact
Mark Schrum at 610-856-7518.
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
We the Parish of St. Benedict, under the guidance of
the Holy Spirit and our patron St. Benedict, are a vibrant, worshiping and welcoming community of
God. The strength of our people is obtained through
joyful celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Our commitment is to promote the Gospel of the Lord
through our prayers, words, and actions with Jesus as
our guiding light.
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TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — On this
mountain the LORD will make
for all peoples a feast of rich
food and choice wines (Isaiah
25:6-10a).
Psalm — I shall live in the
house of the Lord all the days of
my life (Psalm 23).
Second Reading — God will supply whatever you need
(Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20).
Gospel — I have prepared my banquet, and everything is
ready. Come to the feast! (Matthew 22:1-14 [1-10]).
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31 — 5:1;
Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7; Lk 11:29-32
Tuesday:
Gal 5:1-6; Ps 119:41, 43-45, 47-48;
Lk 11:37-41
Wednesday:
Gal 5:18-25; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:42-46
Thursday:
Eph 1:1-10; Ps 98:1-6; Lk 11:47-54
Friday:
Eph 1:11-14; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 12-13;
Lk 12:1-7
Saturday:
2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18;
Lk 10:1-9
Sunday:
Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 7-10;
1 Thes 1:1-5b; Mt 22:15-21
STEWARDSHIP
GOSPEL THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
In today’s Gospel, Jesus asks the rich young man to give
away all that he has in order to have treasure in heaven.
But he is unable to free himself from his possessions, and
so he goes sadly away. Does what I own keep me from
following Jesus?
Please remember in your prayers
Sean Termini & Kelly Degler;
and Linda Wilkinson & William
Frees; and Kaitlyn Sztukowski &
Todd Whiteman who will be
married at St. Benedict’s.
Altar flowers
this weekend in
memory of Alex Bisher by Larry &
Alexis Ryan; and the intention of
David Ryan.
GARDENER NEEDED to design and maintain the 2
large flower pots at the front door. They will be done for
the fall. Please contact Cecelia at 610-856-1394.
PRO-LIFE CORNER
It’s a nation gone mad. It seems that every
crackpot group with an agenda are making
claims to alleged rights and are being
granted their claims by the courts or by
Congress. The only legitimate Constitutional
right is the right to life and it is being
suppressed and attacked. “It is the right of
every pregnant women to give birth...and the right of
every child to be born”.
PRAYER LIST.....
For those in need of Hope, Healing and Health pray for
all in our parish who are ill, especially Margaret Albert,
Tim Antosy, Kate Fratti, Robert Giering, Bob Klett, Mary
Messner, Peggy Pingatore, Vickey & Joanne Sullivan,
Mary Williams. Mary, Health of the Sick, please pray for
them.
Remember in your prayers our homebound
parishioners and also those in nursing homes.
Please remember in your prayers all who are in the
military service: Amy Bourett, USArmy; Cpl. Vincent
Bergandino, USMarines; Airman First Class Mark S.
Cahill, USAF; Spc. Nathan Calhoun, USArmy; Grant
Dufin, USMC; ; Tom Gutherman, USAF; Christopher G.
Hari, USArmy; Richard J. Hari, USArmy; Ens George
Hinerman USNavy; Sgt. Rachelle Hinerman USMC; Dan
Kenyon, USMC; Lt. Michael Koch, USNavy; Matthew
R. McGinn, USArmy; Lt. Matthew Palange, USArmy;
PV2 Chelsea Raser, USArmy; Thomas Schaeffer; Cp.
Daniel Scheidel, USMC; SFC Ken Setta, USArmy; Cpl.
Sam Talarico, USMC; Major Christopher Timothy
USMC; Ryan Vance, USAF; and Pvt. Michael Wagner
USArmy; Airman Zachery Voelker, USAF.
Please pray also for an end to abortion, and for the
victims of abortion.
Pray for the repose of the soul of Joseph
Miccicke, brother of Sam Miccicke. May
he rest in peace.
ST. BENEDICT MEMORIAL SOCIETY—Joseph
Miccicke has been enrolled in St. Benedict’s Memorial
Society by Sam & Antoinette Miccicke.
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ADULT BIBLE STUDY—This 5 Week
Series is entitled: “Wake Up Your
Discipleship” – As a preface to the
beginning of the Year of Consecrated
Life, all are invited to a special Fall
Scripture study on Tuesdays, Oct. 14,
21 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, “Wake Up Your Discipleship.”
RCIA 2014-15
Period of Catechesis—Sept. 30 to Feb. 17
This is the longest period for the
candidates. During this period we will
study and reflect on the principals of our
faith covering topics such as:
 The Creed-what we believe and why
 Mary and her role in salvation history
 The Sacraments of the Church-signs instituted by
Jesus to give grace
 Moral teaching of the church
THE PRICE IS RIGHT - FREE
MOVIES - Prime Timers “Brown Bag
Lunch” Movie Day Tuesday, October
14— lunch at 12:30; show time 1:00.
Feature movie—”12 Years a Slave”.
Each person is requested to bring your
friends and your own brown-bag lunch and drink. NO
covered dish or pot-luck food. ALL are welcome!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BEEF &
BREW EVENT Saturday, October 18
featuring Roast Beef Sandwich with
coleslaw, potato salad and desserts. There
will be various brews available. Cost:
$15.00. Tickets on sale after all weekend
Masses.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY MEETING
Monday, October 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the social hall. ALL
are welcome!
ST. BENEDICT’S BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
GROUP is for those grieving the death of a loved one.
The group offers an opportunity to come together to work
through the grieving process with the help and support of
others who have experienced this difficult journey. The
group meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the
rectory meeting room. It is free, non-denominational,
open to all. To register or for more information call Judy
Campion (610-775-7782) or the parish office (610-8561006).
CONSTITUTION CLASS—All those who want a better
understanding of our U.S. Constitution are welcome! The
program was written by the National Center for
Constitution Studies. The series continues Wednesdays,
7:00-8:00 p.m. through November 19. For more
information please call Helen MacMinn at 610-582-1075.
FAMILY LIFE COMMITTEE is sponsoring the annual
HALLOWEEN PARTY on Saturday, October 25 from
6:00-8:00 p.m. Children of all ages are welcome. There
will be games, crafts and the annual parade! We are
looking for your support with food donations. Please drop
off wrapped candy or treats to the social hall anytime
prior to the 25th. If you would like to donate a baked
good or perishable item (such as apple slices, carrot, etc.)
these can be brought to the social hall the day of the
party. Contact Wendy Clayton 610-913-7744 or
wclayton@ptd.net with questions or offers of help!
Thanks!
VOCATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday,
October 15 at 6:00 p.m. in the gathering area. Stop by the
Vocations Committee display during Spirit Weekend and
sign up for a Spiritual Bouquet for Bishop Barres’ 25th
Ordination Anniversary.
“BREAKFAST SUNDAY” October 19 from 8:30-11:30
a.m. featuring Eggs Benedict OR French Toast with
sausage. Cost: $3.00 adult; $2.00 child and includes
coffee, tea, milk and juice.
Liturgical Ministers—October 18 & 19
Saturday 5:00 PM
Lector:
Chris Mensak
Cantor: Charlie
Servers
Jude Jones, Breno Pinheiro, John Steinbrecher
EM:
Joy & Lee Bandy, Frank Burns, Jo Pressimone,
Dave Jones
Sunday 8:00 AM
Greeter:
Clara Lush
Lector:
Brent Musser
Cantor: Matt/Bell Choir
Servers:
Emily Angelo, Makenzie Perles, Abby Netterville
EM:
Cindy Miller, Tom Dobson, Maureen Gutherman,
Helen MacMinn, Pat Perles
Sunday 9:30 AM
Greeter:
Leslie Wohlbruck, Mary Messner
Lector:
Steven Keech
Cantor: Mark
Servers:
Olivia Clayton, Matthew Kuberski, Kyra Beecham
EM :
Dianne Cooper, Kelly Eichenlaub, John Flemming,
Paul & Carol Wirkus
Sunday 11:15 AM
Greeter:
Sandy Kozlowski, Bev Kuzmission
Lector:
Mimi Frank
Cantor: Paul
Servers:
Mariella Frisina, Libby Connelly, Mary Kinsey
EM:
John Bonnell, Maria Schieber, Rita Setta,
Steve Wagner, John Cocco
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SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION—Rehearsal today,
Sunday, October 12 at 1:00
p.m. at St. John’s in Shillington. Bishop Barres will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation on Thursday, October
16 at 4:30 p.m. at St. John’s in Shillington for all the 8th
graders of St. John’s, St. Benedict’s, and St. Anthony’s.
Students will have the opportunity to go to confession at
the Sunday rehearsal.
NEW ALTAR SERVERS—Father
Phil is looking for the few, the strong,
the proud, students, grades 5-12, who
are willing to serve at the altar of God.
Please consider being an altar server
for at least one year. Altar servers typically serve one Sunday per month, and
weddings and funerals as needed. To register, please sign
the list at the front door of the church. Installation of new
servers will take place on Sunday, October 19 at the 9:30
Mass.
STUDENT VOLUNTEER NEEDED—We are looking
for a Senior High School student who would like to serve
as a teacher assistant in our PREP program. Class time is
6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursday evenings. If interested, please
call Father Phil at 610-856-1006.
MARIAN EVENINGTIDE
Sunday, October 19 at 6:00
p.m. The experience of Lourdes
France comes to St. Benedict’s.
Evening Vespers of the Blessed
Virgin Mary will start the nite
of prayer followed by a hymn
sing of favorite Marian songs.
The evening will conclude with
a candle lite procession and rosary to our out- door
Shrine of the Blessed Mother.
NEW CLASS OF EM’S will start soon. Instruction will
be offered to any practicing Catholic 18 years or older
who is interested in serving as an Extra-ordinary Eucharistic Minister. You would be expected to serve one Mass per
month. Anyone interested please call Tom Henefer at 610603-9196.
YOUTH GROUP KICK-OFF—All teens grades 8-12 are
welcome to bring a friend to a “Nite Out”. The event will
be outside at our parish picnic ground from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
on Saturday, October 25. There will be pumpkin fun,
food, fear factor, hayride, a bonfire and creepy stories.
Dress warm like you’re going to a football game. Friends
are welcome. Sign up at the display in the gathering space.
YOUNG ADULTS in their 20’s & 30’s are invited to a
special gathering at the WORKS called Theology on Tap.
See the flyer on our front door Bulletin Board. This is an
open series of talks and fellowship for young adults of
Berks County. Theology on Tap will be held every Monday in October. On Mondays, October 13 & 20 St. Benedict’s will organize a carpool to the event. Simply meet in
front of church by 6:30 p.m. and we will head out together. (Father Phil will be the speaker on October 20.)
All those attending are encouraged to contact parishioner
Gene Raser at eraser@paulrisk.com who will help organize the carpool.
ROBESON LUTHERAN CHURCH CHICKEN BBQ
Sunday, October 19 from 11:30 am. til sold out., Cost is
$8.00 and includes 1/2 chicken, baked potato, applesauce,
roll & butter.. To place an order, call the church office at
610-856-7242.
LASALLE ACADEMY NEWS—LaSalle student are busy
preparing for the Walk-a-thon. They invite you to visit
LaSalle on Friday, October 31 for the Walk-a-thon and
Halloween festivities. Come and cheer the Lady Bears vs
the LSA Teachers volleyball game at 10:30 a.m.
BERKS CATHOLIC - Registration for the 2015-2016
school year is currently open. Please visit the Berks
Catholic website www.berkscatholic.org admission channel for more information about the school. Or contact
Nicole Smith nsmith@berkscatholic.org or 610-374-8361
ext. 244 to set up a personal tour or shadow day or simply
to answer any questions you may have. All inquiries are
confidential.
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OCTOBER IS ROSARY MONTH–
Public recitation of the Rosary will
take place the following times:
 Every Friday after the 8:00 a.m.
Mass
Every Thursday after the 6:30 p.m. Mass
Every Sunday 20 minutes before Mass (October 18
before 5:00 PM Mass)
October 9 PREP student Living Rosary at 7:00 p.m. in
Church
October 19 Outdoor Candlelite Rosary at 6:00 p.m.
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The Sanctuary Lamp burns this week in
memory of Robert Didyoung Sr. & Jr. by
Irene Didyoung.
THIS WEEK AT ST. BENEDICT’S
Monday 10/13
7:00 PM St. Vincent de Paul Society meeting in
the social hall
Monday 10/13
Weekday
6:30 PM
Dell Tazik
Tuesday
Tuesday 10/14 Weekday St. Callistus I
8:00 AM Tom Hecker
by Colleen, Michael & Sara Hecker
10/14
12:30 PM Prime Timers Movie Day in the social
hall
6:30 PM Fall Scripture Study in the social hall
7:00 PM RCIA meeting in the church gathering
space
by Kevin & Jackie Kremp
Wednesday 10/15 St. Teresa of Jesus
8:00 AM Gail Hurter
by Craig Dupell Family
Thursday
Wednesday 10/15
1:00 PM Craft Day in the social hall
6:00 PM
Vocations committee meeting in the
gathering area
6:30 Bereavement Group meets in the rectory
meeting room
7:00 PM Constitution Class in the social hall
6:00 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
7:00 PM Parish Choir Rehearsal
8:00 PM Cantor Rehearsal
Thursday
10/16
4:30 PM Confirmation at St. John’s Shillington
NO PREP CLASSES
8:00 PM AA meeting in the rectory mtg room
Saturday 10/18
6:00 PM
K of C Beef & Brew in the social hall
Sunday 10/19
8:30-11:30 AM “Breakfast Sunday”
9:30 Mass with Children‘s Liturgy of the Word—
Leader: Coleen Bleile
6:00 PM Marian Devotion
7:00 PM Al-Anon meeting in the rectory meeting
room
10/16 Weekday St. Hedwig &
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
NO MASS
Friday 10/17 St. Ignatius of Antioch
8:00 AM Florence Nowotarski
by Cecelia & Bob Kacmar
Rosary will be recited after Mass
5:00 PM Sean Termini & Kelly Degler Wedding
Saturday 10/18 St. Luke
12 Noon Linda Wilkinson & Willias Frees Wedding
2:00 PM Kaitlyn Sztukowski & Todd Whiteman
Wedding
4:00-4:45 PM Confessions
Sunday 10/19 Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:35 PM Rosary will be recited before 5:00 PM Mass
5:00 PM (Saturday)
Michael Ulrich
by Don & Miriam Ulrich
8:00 AM
People of the Parish
9:30 AM
Frances Yuschalk
by Marie & Stanley Blimline
Installation of New Altar Servers
11:15 AM
Walter Przydzial
by Pat Gable
6:00 PM Marian Devotion with Outdoor Candlelite
Rosary
COMING EVENTS…..
10/20
10/21
10/21
10/22
10/22
10/23
10/23
K of C Officers meeting
Prime Timers monthly meeting
Fall Scripture Study
Bereavement Support Group meets
Study of the Constitution
Confirmation Parents’ meeting
Finance meeting
Please pray for a priest each day:
10/12: Rev. Msgr. Anthony D. Muntone
10/13: Rev. Elias D. Munyaneza
10/14: Rev. Msgr. John P. Murphy
10/15: Deceased Priests
10/16: Rev. Msgr. Francis A. Nave
10/17: Very Rev. Bernard F. O’Connor
10/18: Rev. Msgr. Edward J. O’Connor