2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time January 14, 2018

The Catholic Community of Bradford

St. Francis of Assisi 15 St. Francis Drive

Website: www.stfrancisomph.com

Our Mother of Perpetual Help (A Secondary Mission Church)

St. Bernard of Clairvaux 95 East Corydon Street

Website: www.stbernardcatholic.org On-line giving: www.osvonlinegiving/1845

Very Rev. Raymond Gramata, V.F. Pastor

Rev. Stanley Swacha, Senior Associate

P.O. Box 2394 • Bradford, PA 16701-5394 Phone: (814) 362-6825 • Fax: (814) 362-1479

Email: sboffice@atlanticbb.net

St. Bernard of Clairvaux

St. Francis of Assisi

Our Mother of Perpetual Help Mission Church

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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CHILI CONTESTCHILI CONTESTCHILI CONTESTCHILI CONTEST

Saturday, January 20, 2018 5:30-8:00 pm

G. Carlton Ritchie Hall, St. Francis Drive

3 Categories: Traditional—Non-traditional—Hot & Spicy

Prizes will be awarded to the winning Chili maker in each category. Grand Prize Winner’s Parish receives a

traveling trophy and bragging rights for the year, as well as 1/2 of the proceeds.

Come, sample the entries. Dinner includes choice of chilis, tossed salad, bread, desert & beverage

Adults-$8 — Children 6-12 yrs $5 Children under 5 FREE Max. family cost = $25

REGISTRATION FOR CONTESTANTS due in to

Parish office by Jan 17th — Call 362-6825

ST. BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX CHURCH BRADFORD, PA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF BRADFORD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF BRADFORD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF BRADFORD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF BRADFORD JANUARY 14, 2018JANUARY 14, 2018JANUARY 14, 2018JANUARY 14, 2018

As we close the 2017 Catholic Services Appeal for the year, I want to take this time to personally thank

all who supported the appeal. I know it must have been difficult at times, but again thank you for your

support.

The Diocesan assessment for Saint Bernard was $39,441 and as of January 7th Saint Bernard has met

that goal and collected $15,804 above the assessment that will stay in the parish of Saint Bernard and

be used for day-to-day operations.

Saint Francis assessment was $27,222. As of January 7th, Saint Francis has not met the goal set by

the diocese. We are under the amount by $2,391 which means that the parish has to make up the deficit out of its normal

operating expenses. Final amounts have to be in to the Diocese by January 16th.

In February, we begin the 2018 Catholic Services Appeal. The theme this year for the appeal is “United in Service”. As a

Diocese, let us offer to those who are in need, the services which no single parish can afford. The Catholic Services Appeal

offers us both an opportunity and a vehicle to demonstrate our love and concern for so many of our neighbors who need the

healing touch of God in their lives. Commitment Sunday for the new appeal will be on Sunday, February 11, 2018.

The Diocesan assessment for Saint Bernard in 2018 is $37,388 and the assessment for Saint Francis is $28,275. We are

hopeful that we will exceed our parish goal and have funds left over for use in each of the parishes.

Good Bless Fr. Ray

www.osvonlinegiving/1845

OUR PARISHES THANK YOU OUR PARISHES THANK YOU OUR PARISHES THANK YOU OUR PARISHES THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONSFOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONSFOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONSFOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS

St. Bernard Jan 7th Collection………..$ 7,023

SB 2017 CSA Assessment….$ 39,441 2017 CSA Collected to date …....$ 55,245

St. Francis of Assisi Jan 7th Collection…….....$ 1,559

SF 2017 CSA Assessment ……..$ 27,222 2017 CSA Collected to date ...$ 24,831

Please write separate checks for weekly and other collections.

Make sure your checks are made out to your home parish and signed.

Please do NOT staple or tape your envelopes closed. Thank you!

UPCOMING MEETINGSUPCOMING MEETINGSUPCOMING MEETINGSUPCOMING MEETINGS

Catholic Women: No January Meeting 50+ Club: February 14 @ 11 am in Ritchie Hall RCIA: Jan 14, 21, 28 REP 1-8: Sun @ 9 am, Jan 21 & 28 REP 9-11: Sun @ 5:45 pm, Jan 21 Rosary Altar: No January Meeting Widows Group: TBA

2017 FINANCIAL 2017 FINANCIAL 2017 FINANCIAL 2017 FINANCIAL STATEMENTSSTATEMENTSSTATEMENTSSTATEMENTS

REQUEST FORMS for a 2017 Financial printout for tax purposes can be found in the back of the Church. Return them to the Parish Office or in the Sunday collection. Please allow 2 weeks for statements to be ready.

ST. BERNARD ST. BERNARD ST. BERNARD ST. BERNARD ELEMENTARY/ ELEMENTARY/ ELEMENTARY/ ELEMENTARY/

MIDDLE SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOL

Mon, Jan 15 - Dr. Martin Luther King Day

Make-up Snow day

Fri, Jan 19 - Early Dismissal

Fri, Jan 22—Feb 9 Niagara Fund Raiser

Fri, Jan 26 - Report Cards

Catholic Schools Week: Jan 28 — Feb 3

Wed, Jan 17th, 10 am Mass—Grade 4

THANK YOU TO

TAYLOR ROOFING

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS

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We are offering a new study program starting in February

The Prophets: The Prophets: The Prophets: The Prophets: Messengers of God’s MercyMessengers of God’s MercyMessengers of God’s MercyMessengers of God’s Mercy

In The Prophets You Will: • Discover who the prophets were, what their message was, and why they are im-portant to us.

• See how God is constantly calling you to a deeper rela-tionship with him.

• Discover the areas in your life that prevent you from drawing closer to God.

• Understand how the central message of the prophets is one of love, proclaiming the mercy of God for his chil-dren.

• See how their powerful words speak to us today, shed-ding light on our faith and our lives.

• Discover the ways you are called to be the voice of God to others.

...and much more!

Join us at Fr. Ritchie Hall, St. Francis Drive beginning February 15, 2018 at 6:30 pm and continuing for 10 ses-sions. The study will be presented by Craig Cuthbertson and Mike Kozminski.

For more information or to register for the study, call the par-ish office at 814-362-6825 or email sboffice@atlanticbb.net.

Cost for the study is $30. REGISTRATIONS/PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY Monday, February 15th.

HOLD THE DATE!HOLD THE DATE!HOLD THE DATE!HOLD THE DATE!

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CHICKEN & BISCUIT CHICKEN & BISCUIT CHICKEN & BISCUIT CHICKEN & BISCUIT

DINNERDINNERDINNERDINNER

Fr. Leo J. Gallina Social Center

PARISH OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, JANUARY 15th

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

PREPREPREPRE----CANA 2018CANA 2018CANA 2018CANA 2018

The next area Pre-Cana session will be at St. Francis on February 18, 2018 beginning with Mass at 8:00 a.m. and running until 5:30 p.m. A lunch will be provided. All persons planning a 2018 wedding should make plans to attend. To register contact Kathy Durner at 362-7733 or the parish of-fice at 362-6825.

ST. BERNARD SCHOOL ST. BERNARD SCHOOL ST. BERNARD SCHOOL ST. BERNARD SCHOOL ANNUAL FUND RAISERANNUAL FUND RAISERANNUAL FUND RAISERANNUAL FUND RAISER

See any student to order or call the school office at 368-5302 or the church office at 362-6825

Sale begins on

January 22 and runs through February 9, 2018

~2018~

FAMILY LIFEFAMILY LIFEFAMILY LIFEFAMILY LIFE

Jesus’ question in today’s gospel is still valid today: “What are you looking for?” What do you want from your spouse, children or parents? Families are populated with imperfect people. To expect perfection is unreal. To expect and accept imperfection is wisdom.

MARRIAGE MOMENTSMARRIAGE MOMENTSMARRIAGE MOMENTSMARRIAGE MOMENTS "Speak, for your servant is listening." (1 Samuel 3:18) A common complaint among couples is, "You're not listening to me." When is listening hard for you? If you're busy or tired, ask for a better time. Is there a conversa-tion you've been avoiding?

Visit the Diocese of Erie Family website at:

http://www.eriercd.org/fam.htm and discover why families always matter!

WORD OF LIFEWORD OF LIFEWORD OF LIFEWORD OF LIFE

"Every human being has a right to life, the fundamental right that makes all other rights possible…. "

Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, USCCB

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Usual Parish Office Hours:

Monday 9am - 4pm; Tuesday-Friday, 8am - 4pm

Parishioners from St. Bernard & St. Francis are asked to supply breads or desserts, your

choice, for the Chili Contest. Please drop these off to the G. Carlton Ritchie hall between

4:00-5:00 pm on Saturday January 20th and then COME AND ENJOY THE FOOD & THE COMPANY!!

PREPREPREPRE----CANA 2018CANA 2018CANA 2018CANA 2018

The next area Pre-Cana session will be at St. Francis on Sunday, February 18, 2018 beginning with Mass at 8:00 a.m. in St. Francis church and continuing in G. Carlton Ritchie Hall until 5:30 p.m. A lunch will be provided. All persons planning a 2018 wedding should make plans to at-tend. To register contact the parish office at 362-6825.

SAVE THOSE BOX TOPS!SAVE THOSE BOX TOPS!SAVE THOSE BOX TOPS!SAVE THOSE BOX TOPS! St. Bernard School participates in the Box Tops for Educa-tion Campaign. The students have the potential to earn thou-sands of out-of-community dollars by collecting Box Tops. We have a collection box in the back of church for YOUR Box Tops, which can be found on hundreds of items such as Kleenex, Cheerios, Ziploc bags and many other items. Each Box Top that you turn in earns 10 cents for the school. Simp-ly cut out the Box Tops and leave them in the collection box at church. You can also donate any loose change rolling around in your purse! The students at St. Bernard thank you. Please call the school at 368-5302 with any questions.

TOPS TOPS TOPS TOPS in Education Programin Education Programin Education Programin Education Program St. Bernard School is participating again this year in the TOPS in Educa-tion Program which allows the school to benefit from your shopping when you purchase TOPS brand products and use your Bonus Card to pay.

St. Bernard / St. Francis Parishes In Memory of our Deceased Family and Friends In Memory of our Deceased Family and Friends In Memory of our Deceased Family and Friends In Memory of our Deceased Family and Friends

Richard L. Brown (accidently omitted)

St. Bernard School’s

1st Annual Designer Bag Bingo

Sunday, February 11, 2018 St. Bernard School Cafeteria, doors open at

Noon, first game starts at 1 pm There will be raffles for Designer wristlets,

wallets and other accessories as well. $30 Bingo tickets include Bingo boards and

dauber and are available at St. Bernard School or the parish office.

NO TICKETS SOLD THE DAY OF EVENT

There will be 10 rounds of Bingo and 9 boards per game; there will be a limited number of ad-

ditional boards available for purchase.

Light refreshments and snacks will be served.

Proceeds to benefit new technology in the classrooms.

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Human Life and Dignity

For the Church, there is no distinction between defending human life and promoting the dig-nity of the human person. Pope Benedict XVI writes in Caritas in Veritate . . . that "The Church forcefully maintains this link between life ethics and social ethics, fully aware that 'a society lacks solid founda-tions when, on the one hand, it asserts values such as the dignity of the person, justice and peace, but then, on the other hand, radically acts to the contrary by allowing or tolerating a variety of ways in which human life is devalued and violated, especially where it is weak or marginalized.'" (no. 15).

As a gift from God, every human life is sacred

from conception to natural death.

As a gift from God, every human life is sacred from conception to natural death. The life and dignity of every person must be respected and protected at every stage and in every condi-tion. The right to life is the first and most fundamental principle of human rights that leads Catholics to actively work for a world of greater respect for human life and greater commit-ment to justice and peace. The bishops pledged to affirm the intrinsic value of human life and the dignity of every human being in a way that transforms the culture by implementing “The Life and Dignity of the Human Person” priority plan for 2010-2012.

To achieve this goal, the priority plan in-cludes ongoing education, prayer, policy, and advocacy efforts to mobilize the Catho-lic community on issues of life, justice, and peace. In this way, the Catholic community celebrates the gift of human life and wit-nesses to the Good News of Jesus Christ.

BULLETIN INFORMATION MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING BY NOON ON FRIDAY

2 WEEKS PRIOR TO BULLETIN DATE.

PASTORAL STAFF: Very Rev. Raymond C. Gramata, Pastor Rev. Stanley Swacha, Senior Associate

Mrs. Linda Cecchetti, Principal SBS

OFFICE HOURS: Monday: 9 am to 4 pm

Tuesday - Friday: 8 am to 4 pm Ms. Wendy Thomson, Financial Manager

Ms. Kathy Bryant, Secretary

MASS SCHEDULE: Please consult bulletin

CONFESSIONS: St. Bernard — Saturdays from 4:30 to 5 pm before 5:15 mass, Thursday before First Friday from 4:30 to 5 pm. St. Francis — After 9 am mass on Saturdays. Private appointments may be made by calling the Parish Office (362-6825).

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM (REP) Students not attending Catholic school should be enrolled in REP programs. St. Bernard, St. Francis and OMPH Religious Education programs are combined. Grades 1 through 8 meet on Sunday mornings at 9 am at St. Bernard in Fr. Gallina Social Center and grades 9, 10 & 11(Confirmation) meet at St. Francis in G. Carlton Ritchie Hall at 5:15 pm on Sunday. Both programs begin in September.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA): We welcome all inquiries about the Catholic faith. This process begins in the fall of the year. Please call the Parish Office for further information.

ST. BERNARD ELEMENTARY / MIDDLE SCHOOL: 450 West Washington Street: serving students, preschool through eighth grade. Open to parishioners, Catholics from other parishes and those of other faiths. Offering Extended Care before, during, and after school. For complete information, please call 368-5302.

MEMBERSHIP: All Baptized Catholics should be registered, practicing and supporting members of a Parish. Only properly registered members appear on our parish list and are eligible to receive the benefits of parish membership for sacraments, and educational opportunities (including tuition assistance) at our Catholic School. Each parishioner is called upon to practice good stewardship of time, talent and treasure. If you are not currently receiving envelopes, you may not be registered. Call the Parish Office - we would love to meet you!

MARRIAGE: Couples need to contact a priest at least six months before their wedding. Registered and active participation needs to be considered before marriage.

PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: Please call the Parish Office to request the Sacrament of the Sick for family members who are seriously ill. Communion for the sick is taken to the hospital, nursing homes, and the home-bound on a regular basis.

BAPTISM: Both parents must attend the Pre-Baptism Preparation Program. Please call the St. Bernard Parish Office for dates and times of upcoming class. Baptisms are scheduled after completing the program. Call the Parish Office to schedule the class and baptism. Godparents must be at least 16, confirmed and active, registered members of their parish.

STEWARDSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Religious Education:

Grades 1-8, 9 am Sunday mornings at St. Bernard Grades 9, 10 & 11(Confirmation), 5:45 pm Sunday

evenings at St. Francis

Liturgical Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors

Music Director Kathy O’Mara Organist St. Francis Michael Hicks Resurrection Choir Tubby Colella God’s Housekeepers Parish Office Liturgy Fr. Raymond C. Gramata

Parish Community St. Bernard School Linda Cecchetti, Principal Parish Council Fr. Raymond Gramata Catholic Women’s Club Teri Everett Rosary Altar Society Joan Hoffman Telephone Prayer Chain - Natalie Marasco (363-9110)

Cover photos by LongArt Photography

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PRAYER REQUESTS FOR PRIESTSPRAYER REQUESTS FOR PRIESTSPRAYER REQUESTS FOR PRIESTSPRAYER REQUESTS FOR PRIESTS

Please Pray for the Following Priests

Sunday, Jan 14 - Rev. Robert L. Humenay

Monday, Jan 15 - Rev. Jerome S. Simmons

Tuesday, Jan 16 - Rev. Msgr. Bruce R. Allison

Wednesday, Jan 17 - PRAY FOR VOCATIONS

Thursday, Jan 18 - Rev. Msgr. Charles A. Kaza

Friday, Jan 19 - Rev. James Power

Saturday, Jan 20 - Rev. John E. Santor

MASS INTENTIONS MASS INTENTIONS MASS INTENTIONS MASS INTENTIONS WEEK WEEK WEEK WEEK OF OF OF OF JAN 15 JAN 15 JAN 15 JAN 15 ---- 21, 201821, 201821, 201821, 2018

Weekday masses are held in the Divine Mercy Chapel

Monday, January 15, 2018 SB 8:00 am Parishioners of our Catholic Community SF 9:00 am Richard Newhouse (Ron & Shirley Lerch) Tuesday, January 16 SF 9:00 am George Schaming (Ron & Kathy Symington) Wednesday, January 17 SB 8:00 am Veronica Ehrensberger (Margaret Pistner) SBS 10:00 am Richard McAndrew (Paul & Bonnie Titus) Thursday, January 18 SB 8:00 am Jamie Pascarella Giordano (Family) SF 9:00 am In Honor of Chapel Ridge Rosary Group (Elnora Morgan) Friday, January 19 SB 8:00 am James Fenstemaker (Kathy Hannon Symington) Saturday, January 20 SF 9:00 am Louise Freaney (Col. Robert E. Freaney) SB 5:15 pm Mike & Michael Capinjola (Christina Bennett) Sunday, January 21

SF 8:00 am Leona Fisher (Patti Fisher) SB 10:00 am Honey Colella (Family) OM 11:30 am Joseph & Nettie Palazetti (Weekly confessions Saturdays after 9 am mass at St. Francis and

before 5:15 mass at St. Bernard)

Please pray for those who are sick or suffering: Please pray for those who are sick or suffering: Please pray for those who are sick or suffering: Please pray for those who are sick or suffering:

Thomas Ackley, Virgil Anderson, Michelle Allen, Betty Baliski, Bill Baynes, Barb Bernheisel & Foster Family, Shirley Black, Barbara Boser, John Bove,

Mary Brzenski, Tom Burke, Donna Carll, Annie Champagne, Dick Clark, Billie Cummins, Paul Curcio, Charlotte Cuthbertson, Helen DeFrank, Paul Eakin, Michael Eaton, Helen Ewell, Rose Feldhaus Family, Alliyson Feldman, Ysbella Feldman, Allen Fuller, Pat Geary, Pat Girard, Ken Hall, Pearl Harris, Susan Hamric, Brandon M. Henry, Jill Henry, Sandy Holsinger, Kathy Howe, James Kibby, Bill Kline, Rita Leone, George MacFarlane, Sr., Kaylee Marsfelder, Colleen McNamara, Shannon McNamara, Mariana Militelo, Anne Miller, Joe Monago, Lou Monti, Frank Organski, Cheri O’Mara, Courtney Prentiss, Lori Rigowski, James Romanelli, Tim Romanelli, Cindy Sayers, Nancy Shaw, Judith Shick, Caro Simonds, Steve Skaggs, Dan Songer, Hailey Smith, Lillian Stoddard, Bonnie Swackhamer, Matthew Whelan, Corrine Wilson, Richard Yovichin, Liza Zurat

May they be strengthened by the healing presence of God’s Spirit.

MINISTER SCHEDULE FOR MASSESMINISTER SCHEDULE FOR MASSESMINISTER SCHEDULE FOR MASSESMINISTER SCHEDULE FOR MASSES JAN 20 JAN 20 JAN 20 JAN 20 –––– 21, 201821, 201821, 201821, 2018

Saturday, January 20 SB 5:15 pm Lector: Jean Truman EM: Kathy & Randy Durner/ Bill Douglass Servers: Andrew Truman/ Ryan Hughes

Sunday, January 21 SF 8:00 am Lector: Rita Verolini EM: Kathy Bryant/ Candy Tingley/ Deb Woodley Servers: Samantha Soyke/ Noah Meyer

SB 10:00 am Lector: Rhett Kennedy EM: Celia Romanelli/ Doris Hungiville/ Lynn Hogue Servers: Brent, Hugh & Rhys Kennedy

OM 11:30 am Lector: Aime Bundy EM: Carol Vinca Servers: Joe Ditz/ Jacob Hannahs

Hospital/Pavilion: VOLUNTEER Chapel Ridge: Kathy Bryant

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN 14, 2018READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN 14, 2018READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN 14, 2018READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN 14, 2018

Sunday: 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19/Ps 40:2, 4, 7-8, 8-9, 10 [8a, 9a]/1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20/ Jn 1:35-42 Monday: 1 Sm 15:16-23/Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21 and 23 [23b]/Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday: 1 Sm 16:1-13/Ps 89:20, 21-22, 27-28 [21a]/ Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday: 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51/Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10 [1]/Mk 3:1-6 Thursday: 1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7/Ps 56:2-3, 9-10a, 10b-11, 12-13 [5b]/Mk 3:7-12 Friday: 1 Sm 24:3-21/Ps 57:2, 3-4, 6 and 11 [2a]/ Mk 3:13-19 Saturday: 2 Sm 1:1-4, 11-12, 19, 23-27/Ps 80:2-3, 5-7/ Mk 3:20-21 Next Sunday: Jon 3:1-5, 10/Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [4a]/ 1 Cor 7:29-31/Mk 1:14-20

GOD’S GOD’S GOD’S GOD’S HOUSEKEEPERSHOUSEKEEPERSHOUSEKEEPERSHOUSEKEEPERS

Jan 15 - Jan 19: Team 1 L. Hogue/ S. Madison/ R. & J. Geis/ P. Pyle