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DIVINE MERCY PARISH
Parish Office: 108 West Cherry St. Shenandoah, PA 17976
Phone: 570-462-1968
Fax: 570-462-1388
E – Mail: info@dmparish.com
Office Hours: Monday - 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday – Friday - 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Rev. Msgr. Ronald C. Bocian, Pastor
Fr. Charles J. Dene, In Residence
Fr. Johnson, O.S.J., Parochial Vicar
Sr. Marietta, OSF, Parish Outreach Coordinator, Phone: 570-462-2306
Mission of Divine Mercy Parish:
Divine Mercy Parish is a Eucharistic Community, a people
diverse in background united together as Catholic Christians
around the altar of the Lord. We are nurtured by the
Sacraments and sustained by prayer. Our mission is to fulfill
our Baptismal promises by proclaiming the message of the
Gospel in our lives by our commitment to faithfully love and
serve the Lord and one another.
Parish Membership:
The Parish Community of Divine Mercy welcomes all
individuals and families who have moved into the parish.
Contact the Parish Office at your earliest convenience. We
would like to meet with you and see to it that your presence
in the parish is properly registered. All parishioners are
urged to notify the Parish Office of a change of address or
telephone number.
Misión de la Parroquia de la Divina Misericordia:
Parroquia de la Divina Misericordia es una comunidad
eucarística, un pueblo, diverso en origen, unidos juntos
como Cristianos Católicos en torno al altar del Señor.
Somos alimentados de los Sacramentos y sostenidos por la
oración. Nuestra misión es cumplir nuestras promesas
bautismales, proclamando el Evangelio en nuestras vidas
por nuestro compromiso de amar fielmente y servir al
Señor ya los demás.
Afiliación Parroquial:
La comunidad parroquial de la Divina Misericordia les da
la bienvenida a todos los que se han movido en la
parroquia. Solicitamos que registre sus nombres en la
Parroquia. Le pedimos que notifique a la Oficina
Parroquial de un cambio de dirección o número de
teléfono.
Sacramental Information:
Baptism: For infant Baptism, parents must be
registered and active members of the parish for at least (2)
months. Parents need to call the Parish Office to make an
appointment with the Pastor or Parochial Vicar to arrange for
Baptisms. All Catholic Godparents must be fully-initiated
practicing Catholics who are living by the Church’s teaching
on marriage. Non-Catholic Godparents must be Christians,
actively practicing their faith. Please call the Parish Office
for additional information.
Información Sacramental:
Bautismo: Por el bautismo de los niños, los
padres deben llamar a la oficina para hacer una cita con el
sacerdote para organizar bautismos. Todos padrinos
católicos deben ser católicos practicantes que viven según
la doctrina de la Iglesia sobre el Matrimonio. Los padrinos
no católicos deben ser los cristianos que participan
activamente su fe. Por favor, llame a la oficina de la
parroquia para información adicional.
Marriage: In order to properly prepare for
marriage, it is expected that the couple contact the Parish
Office for an appointment as soon as they are engaged and
prior to making other arrangements. After meeting with one
of the priests, the couple should contact the Office of
Marriage and Family Life Formation at 610-289-8900 x 221
to register for the FOCCUS inventory. The FOCCUS
inventory should be taken online within two weeks of the
first meeting with the priest. After discussing the FOCCUS
inventory with the priest, the couple should register online
for marriage preparation classes. These classes must be
taken at least six (6) months prior to the wedding date.
Sacrament of the Sick: If you need a priest to
anoint a family member after office hours, please call:
Fr. Jose Johnson
at 570-462-1916
26 or
Catholic Charities
Immigration
Outreachext.
Office/Servicio
De
Msgr.
Bocian
at
570-462-1968
ext.
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gración Continua
Matrimonio: Con el fin de prepararse
adecuadamente para el matrimonio, se espera que la pareja
debe ponerse en contacto con la Oficina Parroquial para
una cita tan pronto como están comprometidos y antes de
hacer otros arreglos. También es necesario ponerse en
contacto con Oficina de Matrimonio y Formación de la
Vida Familiar de la Diócesis al 610-289-8900x221 para
registrarse en el Inventario FOCCUS. Para obtener más
información, por favor hable con el sacerdote.
Catholic Charities Immigration Outreach Office
Jennifer Clerici, 218 W. Cherry St., Shenandoah, PA 17976
Phone: 570-462-3585 :o jclerici@allentowndiocese.org
Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator:
Wendy S. Krisak, M. A., NCC, LPC –
Confidential Telephone: 1-800-791-9209
Diocesan Safe Environment Coordinator:
Sister Meg Cole, S. S. J. - Diocese of Allentown
2145 Madison Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18017- 4642
Phone: 1-610-866-0581, ext 19 Fax:1- 610-867-8702
E-Mail: mcole@allentowndiocese.org
Sacramento de los Enfermos: Si usted necesita
la Unción de los Enfermos a un miembro de su familia,
después de horas de oficina, por favor llame :
Padre Jose Johnson al 570 462-1916 ext 26 o
Mons. Bocian a 570- 462-1968 ext 7
Oficina de Inmigración de las Caridades Católicas
Jennifer Clerici, 218 W.Cherry St, Shenandoah, PA 17976
Teléfono 570 462-3585 :o jclerici@allentowndiocese.org
Coordinador Diocesano de Asistencia a las Víctimas:
Sra. Wendy S. Krisak, MA, NCC, LPC.
Telefónica confidencial: 1-800- 791-9209
Coordinador Diocesano de Ambiente Seguro:
Sr. Meg Cole,SSJ- Diocese de Allentown
2145 Madison Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18017- 4642
Phone: 1-610-866-0581, ext 19 Fax: 1-610-867-8702
E-Mail: mcole@allentowndiocese.org
Our Catholic Schools
Trinity Academy, Sr. Mary Ann Spaetti, IHM, Principal, 233 W. Cherry St., Shenandoah
Nativity BVM High School, Mrs. Lynn Sabol, Principal , One Lauten Hill Rd., Pottsville
Marian High School, Sr. Bernard Agnes, IHM, Principal, 166 Marian Avenue, Tamaqua
St. Joseph Center for Special Learning, Mrs. Julia Leibensperger, Principal
Phone 570-462-3927
Phone 570-622-8110
Phone 570-467-3335
Phone 570-622-4638
Divine Mercy Parish
Mass Schedule for the Week of
February 8, 2015
6:45AM
8:00AM
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Monday, February 9, 2015
Theodore Yarnitsky by Val Sajone & Family
Living & Deceased Priests – Diocese of Allentown
6:45AM
8:00AM
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Tuesday, February 10, 2015
For All Those Remembered In Our Memorial Fund
Helen Guziewicz by Barb Byrne
6:45 AM
8:00 AM
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Living & Deceased Members of Divine Mercy Parish
Living & Deceased Bernardine Sisters
6:45AM
8:00AM
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Thursday, February 12, 2015
Living & Deceased Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters
Irene Sterner by Joe, Sue & Joey Probition
6:45AM
8:00 AM
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Friday, February 13, 2015
For Trinity Academy, Staff, Faculty & Students
For All Of Our Military Who Serve Our Country
8:00AM
(Vigils)
4:00PM
5:30PM
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Saturday, February 14, 2015
Jack Wright by Wife, Charlotte
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Rose Pribish (1st Anniversary of Death) by Grandson, Zach
Ben & Helen Pavlosky by Chris & Jo Ann Twardzik & Fam.
7:30AM
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9:00AM
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10:30AM
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12:00 PM DM
Misa En Espanol
Sunday, February 15, 2015
Albert & Dolores Sterbowicz by Family
Joseph Heiler by Wife, Bonnie & Daughter, Heather
Special Intention for S. R.
Living & Deceased Priests Diocese of Allentown
Additional Masses are still available for 2015 Mass Book for Divine Mercy Church
& St. Casimir Church is now open. The Diocesan Mass Stipend is set at $ 10.00.
When requesting a Mass for 2015, the stipend must be paid before it can be written in
the Mass Book. You may now schedule additional Masses for 2015. Please contact
the office at 570-462-1968 if interested.
Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule
Wed., Feb. 18th
6:45 AM Mass
Divine Mercy Church
8:00 AM Mass
Divine Mercy Church
9:30 AM Mass
Divine Mercy Church
12:30 PM Mass
Divine Mercy Church
5:30 PM Mass
Divine Mercy Church
7:00 PM Mass (en espanol) Divine Mercy Church
(Ashes will only be distributed during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass)
Change in Schedule In Mailing Of Church Envelopes
Due to many parishioners notifying the office that they are not receiving their church
envelopes on time, the envelope company suggested that we try mailing them on a
monthly basis instead of bi-monthly. This will take affect with the April mailing of
church envelopes. So, please be aware, that you will only receive one month at a time.
Lent & Holy Week Schedules have been mailed to all the parishioners of Divine
Mercy Parish. Please read the schedule carefully & mark your calendars.
Weekly Collections for
02/01/15
Divine Mercy Parish
Regular
Plate
Dues
Maint./Repair
Fuel
Initial Offering
Insurance
Candles
Catholic Relief
St. Vincent DePaul
Christmas
Trinity
$4037
$519.
$4254.
$130.
$663.
$115.
$3.
$214.
$59.
$61.
$10.
$3.
Divine Mercy Chaplet & Rosary
will be held in Divine Mercy every
Friday at 3:00 PM.
During Lent, there will be no Divine
Mercy Chaplet & Rosary at Divine
Mercy Parish due to the Holy
Hour/Confessions and Stations of the
Cross being held at Divine Mercy
Parish every Friday.
Tax Time
is approaching us very quickly. Need
a copy of your contribution sheet?
Again, this year we will not be
mailing out the contribution sheets to
every parishioner of our parish.
Therefore, if you would like a copy
for tax purposes, it is necessary for
you to call the parish office at 4621968 in a request for your
contribution sheet for 2014. We will
mail this sheet directly to you.
Una Importante Información
Sobre Bautizos
A partir de ahora, usted tiene que
visitar a la Oficina Parroquial al 108
West Cherry Street para reservar las
fechas para los bautismos. Nuestro
hermano Christhian dará sólo las
clases de bautismos. Por favor,
recuerde que es muy importante que
registre su nombre en la parroquia
para que su niño sea bautizado. Para
obtener más información, hable con
Cristhian. Hay los formularios de
inscripción en la entrada de la iglesia.
Mary, Mother of God, Pray For Us!
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February 8, 2015 – The Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Divine Mercy Parish
Memorial Fund - In memory of:
Loving Memory of Helen Marchick &
Joe Swies On Their Birthdays
$15
Donna Urban
Barbara Kittredge
$25
Walter Korenda
Eleanor Gursky
$5
Helen Chatcavage
Allan Macker
$5
Mary Jo Piekarski
$5
Pat Bubnis
Irene Sterner
$5
Mike & Terry Gilliam
Aggie & Joe Waiksnoris
$5
Daughters & Family
$5
Grandchildren & Great GrandChildren
Special Intentions
$5
Anonymous
Good health & God’s blessings for
Joestelle
$5
Mom Mom & Papap
Nativity BVM High School
On Wednesday, February 11th, Nativity
will be hosting a tuition assistance
presentation for the 2015-2016 school
year and school tours beginning at 6:30
PM. We invite you and your family to
join us for this event. All are welcome!
Please contact the school at 622-8110 or
nativity@infionline.net with any
questions.
, The Narrow Gate
When an ancient city was
fortified, a central gate was built wide
enough for carts and horses to easily pass
through. When the city was threatened,
the gate was secured and no one could go
in or out. Hidden in an unnoticed part of
the wall was an opening so narrow no one
could pass through wearing armor or
carrying weapons. It was often hard to
find and difficult to reach. Jesus used
this image of a city wall to help his
listeners understand the requirements for
passage into Heaven. Many will arrive at
the gates of Heaven, expecting an easy
"in" only to find the door securely shut.
To enter, we have to be fit enough to find
the way and shed the attachments of our
earthly life so that we can freely pass
through the narrow entrance. There will
be surprises on Judgment Day. Some who
think they are entitled to Heaven will be
turned away. Only those who work to
keep spiritually strong will find the way.
DEVOTIONAL LAMPS
Divine Mercy
Sanctuary
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
St. Joseph
OLMC
OLMC
Sacred Heart
St. Casimir
Sanctuary
Czestochowa
St. Ann
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy
Blessed Mother
Blessed Mother
In loving memory of my beloved sister, Jean by Ann Romano
Special intention by G
God's blessings for improved health for our sister, Jean Dower
by Jimmy, Kit, Gerri & Jerry
In loving memory of Daniel Paul on his birthday, February 8th
by wife, Jane
In loving memory of my son, Travis McGee by Vince McGee & Family
In loving memory of our mother, Sondra McGee by Vince McGee &
family
Special intention by Ed & Kay Z.
In memory of Violet Hobin by husband, Jimmy
Good health & God’s blessings for Charlotte Kowalski by
daughter, Kathy
In memory of Florence Ference – happy birthday in heaven
by daughter, Kathy and family
Good health & God’s blessings for Melissa Donovan by Mom & Dad
Special intention by Pat Treshock
In loving memory of Rose & William Norris by daughter, Cathy
& family
Peace & good health for my family & the Minnich family
by Steve Toth
In memory of Arlene (Subach) Liscusky on her birthday 2/12
by Justine & Gino
Special intention by Susan Bobbin
Special intentions
Special intention by Ed & Kay Z.
Special intention by T.
Successful surgery for Marcia Stasulli with love from family
Good health & God's blessings for F.V. Mc by M. R. Mc
Special intention by Marguerite Oravitz Fell & Family
In memory of Eugene C. Karahuta on his 20th anniversary
by wife, Florence
In memory of Barbara Ann Lewis by Mother & Father
In loving memory of Frank Macus by Fran & Maria
In memory of our dad, Eugene C. Karahuta on his 20th anniversary
by son, Gene & Wife, Nancy
Special intentions by Donna & Louis Kowalski
In memory of Lucille Segal Thomas by Mom & Dad
In memory of John & Helen Pukavige by Children
Good health & God’s blessings for Rose Ann Bonkowski
by Dolores Micko
Good health & God’s blessings for Irene Avenoso by Sister, Dolores
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February 8, 2015 – The Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Do You Love God Or Fear God More?
Is your relationship with God dominated
by guilt and fear, or by love? Do you
worry how he thinks of you and dread
praying to him? Yet Jesus taught us to
always meet God joyfully in prayer and
worship and to be confident of his love.
Don’t fear God in the wrong way. It is
healthy to be in awe of God as our creator
and creator of the universe. But we
should never be afraid of God becoming
angry every time we make a mistake or
punishing us every time we fail. “But
you, our God, are good and true, slow to
anger, and governing all with mercy”
(Wisdom 15:1). God appreciates honest
effort.
Let God help you change. Most of us
have areas in our lives that need
improvement. If we ask, God will change
them. It isn’t always pleasant but even
transforming change is possible when we
allow God to work in our lives.
Don’t carry guilt. The problem with
guilt is that it can keep us from God.
Instead, use it to take responsibility for
sins, make amends, and start fresh – then
let the guilt go. Catholics are blessed to
have access to the Sacrament of
Reconciliation. Use it often so you can
meet God joyfully in love and peace
which is what he prefers.
In Honor of Mother Teresa’s 20th
Anniversary of her visit to Mahanoy
City, Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Parish
has a commerate magnet with Mother
Teresa’s Picture. If you would like to
have one, call Sylvia at 570-773-3628 or
Jeannie 570-773-1704. Donation is
$ 5.00. Blessed Teresa special collectors
ornaments are still available for a
donation of $12.00. Call Debbie at 570773-0813. These ítems are also available
at the Parish office, 614 West Mahanoy
St. Mahanoy City, PA 17948. Save the
Date: On June 21st, 2015 Blessed Teresa
Parish will hold a special Mass honoring
Mother Teresa on her 20th anniversary of
her visit to Mahanoy City. Details will
be given at a later date.
Lent begins February 18th and
commemorates the Passion of Our Lord.
One observance is to pray before the
Stations of the Cross in church and
meditate on Jesus’ journey to Calvary.
Trinity Academy
Trinity Academy is located at the Father W. Ciszek Education Center in Shenandoah,
is a regional Pre-K through Grade 8 Catholic Elementary School which currently
serves the communities of Ashland, Frackville, Girardville, Gordon, Lost Creek,
Mahanoy City, Ringtown, Shenandoah and its surrounding areas. The school’s
caring and experienced administration, faculty, staff and parent support groups
cordially invite all area families to personally check out the high quality educational
experience that can be provided for their children within a very safe and friendly
faith-centered learning environment.
Trinity is a Catholic School, but WE WELCOME CHILDREN OF ALL FAITHS.
It is not too early to get on next year’s registration list. We encourage interested
families to call the school office at 462-3927. Contact the school office anytime at
462-3927 and please visit our web site at www.trinitymatters.com.
Trinity Academy in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania is establishing a scholarship fund, in
honor of Sister Jeanette Maria Keszkowski, IHM who is retiring to Camilla Hall
after fifty-eight years of service in Catholic Education. Sister lived in Annunciation
Convent and served at Trinity Academy from 2006 to 2014. Donations in Sister’s
honor can be sent to: Scholarship Fund Trinity Academy, 233 West Cherry St.
Shenandoah, PA 17976.
Trinity Academy is beginning a 50/50 SPECTACULAR! Beginning now, we are
going to sell $1 tickets (10, 000 all together) for a drawing on June 5, 2014.
Someone very lucky is going to win 50% ($5,000)! Tickets are available in the
office. Once a month, we will update you with the number of tickets sold. YOU
MIGHT BE THE LUCKY WINNER!
Cardinal Brennan/Immaculate Heart Academy Models Cardinal Brennan High
School and Immaculate Heart Academy are part of the Trinity Academy legacy. Our
Catholic School stands on the shoulders of the giants who have gone before us. As a
remembrance of this legacy, we are selling wooden models (8 inches x 3.25 inches)
of this beautiful school. The price is $20 per model. There are a limited number
available before Christmas. If you would like to purchase a model, send payment in
an envelope and we will send your order home. You are also welcome to stop in our
office during school hours to purchase one.
All are invited to join a book discussion of He Leadeth Me by Father Walter J.
Ciszek on five Wednesdays during Lent (2/25,3/4, 3/11,3/18, and 3/25). The
discussion and faith sharing will be led by Sr. Mary Ann Spaetti IHM from 6:30 to
8:00 PM at Trinity Academy at the Father Walter Ciszek Education Center.
Participants are asked to bring a copy of the book and to read the first three chapters
before the first meeting. Books can be purchased from the Father Ciszek Prayer
League, or online from Barnes and Noble or Amazon.
Family Bowling Day is scheduled for Sunday, March 8th at the Strike Zone Alley,
Pottsville from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Tickets are available in the school office or by
calling 462-3927. The cost of the tickets is $10.00 per person, which pays for 2
hours of unlimited bowling and shoe rental. Hope to see you and your families there
for an afternoon of fun!
Did you know that Trinity Academy receives 10 cents for every box top for
education that we submit to General Mills? We recently received a check for
$748.50 from the Box Tops Program. This money will be used for heating costs this
winter. Please save those box tops and spread the word to friends and relatives
EVERYWHERE! Last week a friend in Connecticut mailed us box tops. Together,
we can make this easy fund raiser very successful.
Protecting God’s Children Workshop will be held on Thursday, February 26th
from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Please call Margie Young at Nativity BVM, 570-6228110 to register.
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February 8, 2015 – The Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Q&A Are We Still Required To
Fast Before Communion?
The Code of Canon Law states: "One
who is to receive the Most Holy
Eucharist is to abstain from any food
or drink, with the exception only of
water and medicine, for at least the
period of one hour before Holy
Communion" (Canon 919, par. 1).
People who are in ill health or who
would put themselves at physical risk
if they abstain from food or drink
should seek the advice of their
physician about whether or not to fast
before Communion.
Technically, chewing gum doesn’t
break the fast but it isn’t necessarily
appropriate during Mass. What do
you do with the gum when it’s time
for Communion? If you swallow it,
you are violating the fast. (And you
should never stick it under the pew!)
Fasting before receiving the Eucharist
reminds us of the great difference
between earthly food, which sustains
only perishable life, and the food of
the Eucharist, which is key for eternal
life. By observing the fast we
approach Communion with a physical
and spiritual hunger.
Nominations now being accepted for
Shenandoah Valley
“WALL OF FAME” Send inquiries
or nominations by email
bobyudin@hotmail.com Nomination
deadline: Feb. 13th
Food Donations We are continuing
to collect food for the food bank
which distributes food from the
Parish Office. Please bring your
donations of non-perishable food to
any of our churches on the weekend
or drop your food donations off at the
parish office during office hours.
Thank you for your generosity.
Free Applications for
Federal Student Aid
FAFSA Completions Sessions
Shenandoah Valley
Feb 3rd -19th -20th
Mahanoy Area Feb 4th- 23rd- 24th
Call 570-778-8936 for appointment.
Any public & private school student
may attend.
COMMUNITY EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS
Knights of Columbus Council 618 will have bingo at St. Stephen's Hall,
Shenandoah. Doors open at noon, bingo starts at 2:00PM. Food and refreshments
available. For info. call 462-4485 or 590-1188. Bingo Dates for 2015 – Feb. 8th &
22nd, March 8th & 22nd, April 12th & 26th, May 10th & 24th, June 14th & 28th,
July 12th & 26th, Aug. 9th & 23rd, Sept. 13th & 27th, Oct. 11th & 25th, Nov. 8th &
15th & Dec. 13th.
Shenandoah Knights of Columbus Council 618, 201 West Cherry St. will have a
hoagie sale, second Tuesday of each month - $4.00 each, the new pick up time is
between 9 AM until sold out at the Knights Home, 201 West Cherry Street,
Shenandoah. Call to pre order 570-462-1188 or 462-1430 - Dates: Feb. 10, March
10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept.8, Oct. 13, Nov.10, Dec. 8th.
Thank You for supporting the Knight of Columbus a non-profit organization.
Sophy Jewelers Bingo will be held on Sunday, February 8th at Nativity BVM High
School, Pottsville. Doors open at 11:30 AM – bingo starts at 1:00 PM. Cost:
$ 25.00. Admission includes: 15 regular games & 4 specials also Special Jackpot
Game (Additional fee). Homemade food and refreshments will be available for
purchase.
Soup Sale sponsored by Downtown Shenandoah Inc., 116 North Main Street,
Shenandoah will be held on Thursday, February 12th. Choices: Chili, Pasta Fagiole,
Split Pea Soup, New England Clam Chowder, Chicken Noodle Soup and Kielbasi
Soup and Sausage Hoagies $ 3.50. Call early for orders.
Lenten Dinners sponsored by St. John the Baptist Church, Pottsville will be held
every Friday during the Lenten Season from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Russell
Building at 9th & Schuylkill Avenue. Full course dinner includes: New England
Clam Chowder, Full Salad Bar, Choice of Macaroni & Cheese, Baked or Mashed
Potatoes, Choice of Vegetables, Homemade Dessert & Beverage. Choices are:
Fresh Baked Haddock/Salmon or Fresh Baked Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Dinners.
Take out available. Prices are as follows: Adults: Baked Haddock/Salmon/Crab
Cake $ 13.00 / Two Crab Cakes $ 16.00 -- Adult Special: Crab Cake & Choice
of Fish $ 16.00 -- Children: Baked Fish/Salmon/Crab Cake (under 12) $ 8.00.
Marian High School News - Men of Marian Chinese Auction The annual Men of
Marian Chinese Auction will be held on Sunday, March 22nd. Doors open at 11:00
AM and the auction will begin at 2:30 PM. Browsing will be held on Friday, March
20th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. For more information or tickets, contact Susie Gerhard
in the Development Office at Marian High School, 570-467-0641 or 570-582-0021.
Knights of Columbus Council 618, 201 West Cherry Street will sponsor a Devil
Crab or Fish Dinner on Good Friday, April 3rd. Price: $ 9.00. Dinner includes:
fries, cole slaw, string beans, & dessert. Free delivery in Shenandoah. Meals start at
3:00 PM until sellout. Must preorder by March 21st. Call 462-1430 or 570-5901188 or 570-462-0116 – leave message.
El bautismo de los adultos Entendemos que hay algunas personas en nuestra
comunidad que no han recibido el bautismo cuando eran niños. Si desean recibir el
bautismo, es posible. Pero, no es como bautizar a un bebé. Tienen que asistir a una
Misa con el Obispo el domingo, 22 de febrero a las 3 de la tarde en Allentown y
tienen que asistir a algunas clases para prepararse para recibir el bautismo, confesión,
comunión y confirmación. Si comienzan su procedimiento de este año, pueden
recibir sus sacramentos en la noche de Pascua en 2016. Tenemos personas aquí en
Shenandoah que pueden enseñar estas clases. Por favor, hable con el padre José si
ustedes necesitan tal ayuda.
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February 8, 2015 – The Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Attention All Coaches
CYO
Coaches Clinic are being held
throughout the 2014-2015 school year
in
the
following
Deaneries:
Northampton (St. Anne, 3/28/15).
Each clinic contains an overview of
insurance
requirements,
sports
medicine, and the integration of our
Catholic faith and CYO. The cost for
the clinic is $25 and checks should be
made payable to the Diocese of
Allentown (credit card payment also
available). Please note that all CYO
coaches are required to attend a
coaches clinic within one year of
starting to coach or they will be
ineligible to coach. NO WALK INS
WILL BE PERMITTED. If you have
any questions regarding registration ,
please contact Mary LaBianca, at
610-289-8900.
The Holy Sacrifice of the
Mass/Veneration to the first class
relic of St. Pauline Visintainer will
take place on the last Monday of each
month at 5:00PM in Our Lady’s
Chapel of St. Patrick Church, 319
Mahantongo St., Pottsville on
February 23rd.
Free English Classes
will be held on the following days:
English for Work
Lifelong Learning Center
2221 West Market St. Pottsville, PA
Monday 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Basic English Skills
Annunciation Rectory
Cherry Street, Shenandoah
Wednesday 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Call the Lifelong Learning Center
570-628-5761 to register.
Marian Catholic High School is
beginning early enrollment for the
2015-2016 school year. We have
opened our Shadowing Program for
any student in the public school who
is interested in seeing what the
Marian family is all about. Please
call the Studies Office to set up a
shadow date (570-668-2225, ext.
2217). Our early registration fee will
be $90 this year up until our Marian
Day, December 8th . After that date,
the registration fee will be $125.
PARISH EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS
PIEROGIES ON SALE:
The Original St. Stanislaus Three-Cheese Pierogies are NOW available and
will be all year round at the Parish Office at 108 W. Cherry Street, Shenandoah.
Cost: $7.00 per dozen.
Dear Parishioners:
Divine Mercy Parish is sponsoring three Lenten Dinners which will be held at St.
Stephen Church Hall 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. All dinners will be take out only. The
choices will be a fish platter, a devil crab platter or chicken finger platter. Cost of
each platter: $ 8.00. All dinners will be catered by A & C Catering, Mahanoy City.
Below you will find a listing of the three dinners. Please fill out the form below and
return it to the parish office, 108 West Cherry St. Come and enjoy a delicious
dinner. By purchasing these dinners, you are helping Divine Mercy Parish maintain
our financial status so that we will continue to be able to meet our financial needs.
I thank you very much for your continued support of your parishes; everything you
have done and everything you continue to do is greatly appreciated. If you have any
suggestions for future fundraisers, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Date of Dinner: Friday, February 27th
Where: St. Stephen Church Hall
Time of Pick Up: 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Cost: $8.00 Take Out Only!
Choice of Dinners: Devil Crab or Fish Dinner
Deadline for Returns: February 20th
Name: _________________________________________________________
Yes, I would like the following dinners:
Quantity: _________________
Devil Crab Dinner
Quantity: _________________
Fish Dinner
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Date of Dinner: Tuesday, March 10th
Where: St. Stephen Church Hall
Time of Pick Up: 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Cost: $8.00 Take Out Only!
Choice of Dinners: Devil Crab or Fish Dinner or Chicken Finger Dinner
Deadline for Returns: March 3rd
Name: _________________________________________________________
Yes, I would like the following dinners:
Quantity: _________________
Devil Crab Dinner
Quantity: _________________
Fish Dinner
Quanity:__________________
Chicken Finger Dinner
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Date of Dinner: Wednesday, March 18th
Where: St. Stephen Church Hall
Time of Pick Up: 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Cost: $8.00 Take Out Only!
Choice of Dinners: Devil Crab or Fish Dinner or Chicken Finger Dinner
Deadline for Returns: March 11th
Name: _________________________________________________________
Yes, I would like the following dinners:
Quantity: _________________
Devil Crab Dinner
Quantity: _________________
Fish Dinner
Quanity:__________________
Chicken Finger Dinner
Payment is due when order is placed!!
Please Note: Dinner Forms were mailed to the parishioners of
Divine Mercy Parish.
0218 DM – Page 6
February 8, 2015 – The Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Important Diocesan
Information
If a Prenatal Diagnosis is
Poor...You are not alone. There is
help. The Diocese of Allentown has a
network of concerned parents and
professionals who have experienced
or worked closely with issues
surrounding poor prenatal diagnosis.
For support, contact: Sr. Janice
MarieJohnson,. johnson@allentown
diocese.org or 610-289-8900 x 245.
Victim Assistance Coordinator The
Diocese of Allentown provides
assistance to anyone who, as a minor,
was sexually abused by a priest,
deacon, or employee/volunteer of the
Diocese/Parish. Parents, guardians,
children and survivors of sexual
abuse are invited and encouraged to
contact the Diocese of Allentown for
more information about this program.
The fullness of compassion should be
extended to these victims by the
Church. Victim Assistance
Coordinator—Confidential
Telephone Number: 1-800-791-9209.
To learn more about the Diocese of
Allentown’s Youth Protection
Programs, Sexual Abuse Policy, and
Code of Conduct, please visit
www.allentowndiocese.org and click
on “Protection of Youth” in the left
hand column.
Misa del Papa en Filadelfia
Parroquias in Reading organizarán los
viajes en autobús a Filadelfia el 27 de
septiembre para participar en la Misa
del Papa Francisco. Si ustedes desean
unirse a ellos, por favor entregan a
Padre Jose $ 30, su nombre y su
número de teléfono. Podemos
reservar su nombre para el viaje. Sin
embargo, ustedes tendrán que
conducir hasta Reading por sus carros
para abordar al autobús. El lugar de
tomar el autobús es de Reading
Phillies base ball stadium ( Ruta
61)en la mañana del Domingo, 27 de
septiembre. Tenemos sólo 14
asientos en el autobús. Si desea
reservar su asiento por favor, hacerlo
antes del 1 de marzo.
OUR LENTEN OBLIGATION
Church law considers every Friday and the season of Lent as penitential days and
times. The practice of penance is a part of our faith and Christian life. When we do
penance, we imitate Jesus, who Himself recommended it as necessary to His
followers, and gave them the example of His prayer and fasting.
The Lenten obligation, as determined for Catholics in the United States by our
bishops, requires that fasting be observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The
law of abstinence is to be observed on Ash Wednesday and all the Fridays of Lent.
Who must fast? All Catholics who are between the ages of 18 and 59. The
obligation ceases when one begins his/her 60th year on his/her 59th birthday.
Who must abstain? All Catholics who are 14 years and older.
What does fasting mean? The observance of fasting means that those obliged may
take only one full meal on the day of fast. Two lighter meals (not equal to another
full meal) may be taken to maintain strength according to one's needs.
What does abstinence mean? The law of abstinence forbids the eating of meat,
including poultry. Voluntary abstinence refers to refraining from lawful pleasures in
a spirit of penance. Can anyone be dispensed or excused from fast and/or
abstinence? Individuals for a just cause may be dispensed by their pastor or by a
priest with the faculty to do so. In our Diocese all priests may dispense individuals
who are committed to their pastoral care. Those who are ill or have a similar serious
reason are excused from the observance of fast and abstinence.
Catholics are reminded that they should not lightly excuse themselves from this
obligation. Are there other obligations which we should fulfill? Catholics are
obliged to fulfill what has been called their "Easter Duty." They are required to
receive Holy Communion during the Easter time. In the United States this obligation
can be fulfilled from the First Sunday of Lent until Trinity Sunday (February 22nd
until May 31, 2015). Those conscious of serious sin are reminded of the obligation to
confess their sins once a year. Catholics are also encouraged to make Lent a time of
more intense prayer and to practice almsgiving and other works of charity. Parishes
are encouraged to continue participation in Operation Rice Bowl.
Reconciliation Breathed Into Life By Christ
The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation was born on Easter Sunday Night
when Jesus came through the locked door, breathed on the Apostles and said,
“Receive the Holy Spirit, whose sins you forgive are forgiven, those sins you retain
are retained.” It began with the breath of Christ. Baptism is a start. Baptism
forgives all sins committed to that point. Sins committed after Baptism can be
forgiven through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. When we sin, we harm ourselves,
someone else, the Church (by diminishing the holiness of the Church), and the
community. It’s necessary to face our sin, confess it, make amends for it, and avoid
its repeat. It’s not just for mortal sins. It’s imperative to seek forgiveness for
mortal sins through this Sacrament but regular Confession is like having a spiritual
check-up. Without it, our sense of sin starts to blur. And that is dangerous.
Contrition is more than regret. God cannot forgive sins without our contrition.
Contrition looks toward the future. It helps us improve as disciples.
Las celebraciones de la Cuaresma Como saben, el Miércoles de Ceniza es el
primer día de la Cuaresma. Este año, será el 18 de este mes. Aquella noche, a las 7,
tendremos una Misa de las cenizas. También tendremos Vía Crucis en cada viernes a
las 6 pm. Todos están invitados a asistir a estas celebraciones. Además, vamos a
tener un día de Retiro de Cuaresma para toda la comunidad. Esto será el sábado 7 de
marzo a partir de las 8.30 de la mañana a las 3 de la tarde .Vamos a ofrecer comida
al mediodía. La cuota de inscripción es solo $ 10. Los padres jesuitas serán los
predicadores del retiro. Estos padres jesuitas pertenecen a la misma Orden de nuestro
amado Papa, Papa Francisco. Los Jesuitas son famosos por la predicación y la
enseñanza. Por favor, ven y únete a este Retiro. Será una experiencia de cambio de
vida para ti. No te pierdas esta oportunidad!
0218 DM – Page 7
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