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PARISH FAMILY OF ST. MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION
2510 Middle Road Glenshaw, PA 15116
Founded 1834
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 1, 2018
PARISH STAFF
Father Timothy F. Whalen, Pastor
Mr. Francis Dadowski, Permanent Deacon
Mr. Robert Kardasz, Dir. of Music Ministries
Ms. Edith Bishop, Pastoral Associate/Dir. of Evangelization
Mrs. Jessica Rock, Prin. of Blessed Trinity Academy
Sister Lois Spinnenweber, CDP, Apostolate Minister
Miss Rose Stegman, Dir. of Faith Formation
Web Site: stmaryglenshaw.org E-Mail: [email protected] Parish Family Administration Office: 412-486-4100
Religious Formation Office - 412-486-5521 Parochial School -412-486-7611 Youth Ministry Office - 412-486-4100 Marian Hall - 412-684-1112 Social Ministry Office - 412-486-4021 Fax: 412-486-4150
SUNDAY LITURGY SCHEDULE
Saturday at 4:00 p.m. Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
DAILY LITURGY SCHEDULE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, and Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
Saturday at 8:00 a.m.
RECONCILIATION
Saturday at 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
BAPTISM
On Sunday twice a month after parental interview
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
Twice a year in a communal celebration Individually upon request
MATRIMONY
Saturday weddings at 12:00 noon and 2:00 p.m. Notification at least 6 months in advance
BULLETIN DEADLINE
Monday at 12:00 noon
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PETER’S PENCE SECOND COLLECTION TODAY!
Thank you for your generosity! The faithful’s offerings to the Holy Father are destined to Church needs, to humanitarian initiatives and social promotion projects, as well as to the support of the Holy See. The Pope, being Pastor of the whole Church, is attentive to the material needs of poor dioceses, religious institutes and of faithful in grave difficulties (the poor, children, the elderly, those marginalized and the victims of war or natural disasters; concrete aid to Bishops or dioceses in need, Catholic education, assistance to refugees and immigrants, etc.).
PATRIOTIC ROSARY On Tuesday, July 3rd, the Knights of Columbus invite you to join them in praying the PATRIOTIC ROSARY during Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Your Abundance at the
Present Time Should Supply Their Needs, so that Their
Abundance May also Supply Your Needs
These words, taken from today’s second reading, highlight the true nature of the On Mission for The Church Alive! initiative. All of us, individually and in our parishes, are abundantly gifted. We each bring to the table a variety of unique character-istics and talents that are used to spread the Good News of the Gospel and bring Christ to others. As our parishes prepare to come together as parish groupings, and as we seek to form and strengthen relationships with our sisters and brothers in the Church, the goal is not for these gifts to be trimmed away and wasted. Instead, we are called to work to unite the many ways we seek to do good in the world so that everyone, youth and adults of all ages, can be support in faith and in life. What can you do to help make your parish grouping The Church Alive!? What can others do to help make your parish grouping The Church Alive!? Let us be willing to both give and receive to make our parishes on fire with the love and goodness of God. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed.
PARISH FESTIVAL WINNINGS! CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR WINNERS!
FESTIVAL RAFFLE WINNERS
Thursday, June 14 Big Raffle - $1,500 Darlene Marshall 50/50 - $252 Kathy McNeil
Friday, June 15 Big Raffle - $2,500 Rocco Ross 50/50 - $345. Kathy Yarzebinski
Saturday, June 16 Big Raffle - $5,000 Kate Furher 50/50 - $734 Fr. Tim Whalen
Seller’s Raffle $500 John Heggestad
AUCTION BASKET WINNERS
Basket Winner Nourishment for Body/Mind/Soul Trina Barkley Alexa Says Barb McGurgan Women of Grace Ruth Gaus Boys Toys Lincoln Cash Payton Welsh Feeling Lucky Ken Pintwala Gift Cards Galore Debra Lucas Grazia Mille Tracy Held Dolls Dolls Tammy Ellis Garden Mini Me Noreen Pellegrini Car Pride Kelli Weidman Merry Christmas Allan Foss Book Club for One Maya DiGirolamo Wanna Ride Ron Deeds Rolling Picnic Jane Bartoldi Whip It Up Again Kevin Weisbrode Taco Tuesday Margaret Thomas
FESTIVAL DINNERS
Our dinners were a hit this year! We hope that you stopped down in Marian Hall to enjoy all of them!
Thursday - Turkey Dinner We sold 280 dinners! There wasn’t any turkey left this side of Middle Road!
Friday - Pig Roast We sold 303 dinners! That little piggy came from the Best Market!
Saturday - Polish Platter We sold 420 dinners! If you didn’t taste the Haluski, you really did miss out on a great meal!
We also want to give our sincere THANKS to:
Rick Butler - donation of Wise Potato Chips
Eat ‘n Park Restaurant - donation of 12lbs. of Frozen Corn
and 100 Take Out Containers
Shop ‘n Save - donation of Plastic Bags
OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS
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Monday (Rectory) 7:00 p.m. - Pastoral Council July 3 Tuesday (J.A.M.) 1:00 p.m. - Adult Bible Study July 3 (Church) 7:00 P.M. - Holy Hour Wednesday July 4
ALL OFFICES ON CAMPUS WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLIDAY!
Saturday (Church) 7:30 a.m. - Respect Life Rosary July 7
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Liturgies for the Week
4:00 p.m. Paul R. Owens, Jr. - The Borza Family 7:30 a.m. The Living & Deceased of Our Parish Family 9:00 a.m. Ambrose & Anastasia Wagner - Family 11:00 a.m. George Betz, Sr. & Lloyd Conley, Jr. - Family
7:00 a.m. Special Intention - The Urso Family
10:00 a.m. Marko & Rose Cunich - Tom & Anna Streyle 7:00 p.m. Holy Hour
10:00 a.m. For All American Citizens at Home and Aboard
10:00 a.m. Richard A. Druzak - Deb, Gerry, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
7:00 a.m. Special Intention - Vince & Sally
8:00 a.m. Mary & Joseph Hart - Family 4:00 p.m. Bernard J. Wagner, Sr. - Son, Bernie
7:30 a.m. The Living & Deceased of Our Parish Family 9:00 a.m. Christopher Burchell - The Barth Family 11:00 a.m. Donna & Bill Kelsh - Family
June 16-17, 2018 Envelopes Contributions
Offertory Contributions 448 $14,668.50
Cash/Loose Checks - $1,308.00
Children’s Offertory 5 $17.90
Parish Needy/St. Vincent dePaul 20 $420.00
Parish Share 2018 18 $1,405.00
TOTALS 491 $17,8109.40
Daily Readings
July 2: Am 2:6-10, 13-16; Ps 50:16bc-23;
Mt 8:18-22
July 3: Eph 2:19-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 10:24-29
July 4: Am 5:14-15, 21-24; Ps 50:7-13, 16bc-17;
Mt 8:28-34 or, for Independence Day, any
readings from the Mass “For the Country or
a City,” nos. 882-886, or “For Peace and
Justice,” nos. 887-891
July 5: Am 7:10-17; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 9:1-8
July 6: Am 8:4-6, 9-12; Ps 119:2, 10, 20, 30, 40,
131; Mt 9:9-13
July 7: Am 9:11-15; Ps 85:9ab, 10-14; Mt 9:14-17
July 8: Ez 2:2-5; Ps 123:1-4; 2 Cor 12:7-10;
Mk 6:1-6a
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SACRAMENTAL LIFE
50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY The Diocese of Pittsburgh is once again planning its Golden Wedding Celebration for couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this year. A special Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Zubik on Sunday, October 7, at 2:30 PM at St. Paul Cathedral. A light reception will follow in the Cathedral hall. All couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary any time this year and wishing to receive an invitation to this event should call the Rectory Office or drop a note in the collection basket no later than Sunday, August 5. VOCATIONS
MASS WITH BLESSINGS FOR HEALING Nativity Parish, 5800 Brownsville Road in South Park will once again welcome Fr. William Kiel, for a Mass with blessings for healing. The Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity Church. Nativity is handicap accessible. For more information call Nativity Rectory at 412-655-3000. ANNIVERSARY Save the Date – July 29, 2:30 p.m. for Mass at Saint Paul Cathedral, Oakland in observance of the 175th Anniversary of our Pittsburgh Diocese.
World Youth Day 2019, an event for youth to meet Pope Francis, will be held in Panama. Visit www.diopitt.org/wyd for information.
RELIGIOUS FORMATION
Faith Sharing for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Re-read in the gospel of Mark 5:25-29 about a woman who suffered for twelve years with a physical ailment, who wished only to TOUCH the cloak of Jesus, which she did, and was immediately healed. We do not have the cloak of Jesus but his very self in the Body and Blood of the Eucharist. Never miss the opportunity to receive his entire Eucharistic Body. He loves to be the healer of every body and soul. The Faith Formation Office will be open intermittently during the month of July. Leave any message at 412-486-5521 or e-mail [email protected]. One of our team will respond to any message within a few days. Sacraments: Grow In Faith Together Children who just completed Grade 2, and Parent/Guardians who were unable to come to the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, may stop at the Faith Formation office for the photo taken as your child received Jesus in Communion for the First time. Grade 7 Youth and Parents/Guardians were given or sent important information about the journey of faith in anticipation for celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation in Springtime 2019. Be attentive to the date when information is due to be returned to Saint Mary’s. FAITH FORMATION FAMILIES of children who attend public schools, use the Celebrating Sunday for Catholic Families book pages 94-95. Is there any aspect of yourself or family in need of healing? CATECHISTS and Class Aides will be needed for several groups of young students when the September Faith Formation resumes. All adults volunteering need to have completed the mandated clearances required by the Diocese of Pittsburgh and complete the training prior to September. Contact Rose Stegman at 412-486-5521 if YOU will love to share your excitement of being a friend of Jesus with some of our younger parishioners. The rewards are eternal! SAVE THE DATE, any one of them, if you plan to return as a catechist or wish to be a new volunteer catechist or aide. Miss Rose will like to meet with you for any ONE of these times: 11:00 a.m. till Noon, Tuesday, July 10 or 24, OR Thursday, July 12 or 26, OR 10:15 a.m. Sunday, July 29 or August 12. RSVP to [email protected] or call 412-486-5521 to let us know when you can meet in the school Room 23, enter at the back door.
Home with the Lord Remember Lord and welcome into your Kingdom those who have died and have gone before us marked in the sign of faith, especially for Margie Ann Stewart and Roy G. Lebo. Please remember to pray for the consolation of their loved ones.
Here I am Lord. Send Me! ~Isaiah 6:8
I am or know of someone who is interested is serving God’s people as a:
Priest___ Brother___ Sister___ Deacon___
Name:___________________________________________________ Phone:___________________________________________________ email:___________________________________________________
Please return to St. Mary of the Assumption Rectory.
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Summer Break!
Bible Study will resume on Tuesday, September 4, at 1:00 p.m. at the J.A.M. Please plan on joining us. If you have any questions please contact Dori Monahan at 412 -492-9891.
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YOUTH MINISTRY St. Mary School News
SAFE ENVIRONMENT Keeping God’s Children Protected and Safe To know that we are children of God is to live in complete love, with deep abiding security and the ability to dream, to sing, to create, to laugh, and to play without worry. As we grow older, we face a new reality - we cannot approach all God’s creation with the same trust and confidence. We learn through sometimes hurtful and damaging experiences, that some people reject the ability that God gave them to love and respect other - they ignore God’s call. The Diocese of Pittsburgh’s program, the faithful are guided and educated about the responsibility of how to keep God’s children protected and safe. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Susan Urso, in the Rectory Office, for more information.
Special Days this Week
Be attentive to the daily gospels and daily events, of how the SPIRIT of Jesus IS with us.
July 1- Saint Junipero Serra was a Franciscan missionary to Mexico and the U.S. west coast. He founded nine of the 21 California missions in the late 1700’s and was a champion in upholding the dignity of the native Americans. He was canonized in Washington, DC on September 23, 2015 by Pope Francis. July 3 – Saint Thomas, Apostle has given us the marvelous prayer “My Lord and My God” when he saw the risen Jesus. He went as far as India to share the Good News. July 4 – Fortnight for Freedom – Pray for protection of our Religious Rights. Independence Day…recommit your dependence as you affirm: “In GOD we trust.” July 5 – Saint Elizabeth of Portugal marr ied at age 12 and spent much of her life attending to the needs of the poor and pilgrims. July 5 – Saint Anthony Zaccaria nursed sick bodies as well as the pains in their hearts and souls. He began the custom of the Forty Hours Eucharistic Adoration and encouraged daily Communion among the people in Lombardy and Milan, Italy in the 1500’s. July 6 –Teen, Saint Maria Goretti was martyred as she refused the sexual advances of a youth.
BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY
REGISTRATION
Blessed Trinity Academy is accepting registrations for the 2018-2019 school year for Kindergarten through 8th grade and the Early Childhood Center! To find out more information about these things or all of the other exciting things that are going on at BTA, please contact our school office at 412-486-7611 to schedule a time to visit and learn more about Blessed Trinity Academy and the difference a Catholic School education can make! If you are interested in registering your child at BTA, forms can be found on the school website at https://nhrces.org/documents/2018/2/BTA%20Registration%20Papers.pdf Parishes & Families of Blessed Trinity Academy Blessed Trinity Academy’s library is getting a facelift this summer. For my Eagle Scout Project, I will be building furniture to improve the library, which will benefit all students who attend the school. Funds are required to purchase supplies and building materials for the project. Please consider donating by sending a check payable to Blessed Trinity Academy, attention Principal Jessica Rock, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw, PA 15116. In the Memo Line, please include “Christian Harper/Eagle Project.” I greatly appreciate your support! - Christian Harper
College Graduates in Education You may apply for the Holy Family Teaching Corps, an opportunity to acquire a Master’s degree in Special Ed. or Secondary Education through Duquesne University by living in intentional community on the Holy Family Campus, Emsworth for the two year program. Contact Lynn Guerra to learn more about this NEW and amazing opportunity, 412-766-9020 extension 1304. Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania (GSWPA) invites girls ages 5-9 for an opportunity to experience Girl Scouts. GSWPA is hosting Summer Sampler Events during June, July and August for member and non-member girls to learn some of the exciting things Girl Scouts do. Non-members who attend the program will be able to register for the 2018-2019 Girl Scout Membership Year; Program registration will be credited to the $25 membership registration fee. For more information about programs near you, visit gswpa.org/activities or call 1-800-248-3355 to get registered. Diocese of Pittsburgh Abuse Hotline: 1.888.808.1235
Youth Ministry CYM softball has begun!
The Point: Tuesday nights in North Park beginning June 19. More info in next week’s Youth Section.
Upcoming events: July 20-22: Franciscan Youth Conference
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OUR PARISH NEWS
SUMMER BIBLE PROGRAM Registration Forms available in the church foyer. The Fee is $35.00 per child for each week.
• Shipwrecked and Rescued by Jesus for children ages 3 and older.
July 30 – August 3, 9:00 a.m. till Noon
Youth and adults welcome as leaders in both programs. All adults, 18 years and older, must be in compliance pertaining to mandated clearances with the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Call 412-486-552, Faith Formation Office for details. Summer Bible Program is in need for donations of: Empty Gallon Jugs - Plastic Solo Cups - Pool Noodles Plastic Spoons - Wooden Clothes Pins - Plastic Straws Small Rubber Bands - Swedish Fish - Mixed Color Goldfish Skittles - Vanilla Pudding cups. Please drop your donation off in the Children’s Liturgy Room. Thank you for your generosity!
THANK YOU! We want to thank
PAUL J. WOLF, CO., INC. who donated as Parish Festival Booth Sponsors!
We so appreciate you!
The Pilgrimage to the Sistine Chapel Choir performance, on July 11 and visit Blessed Solanus Casey Shrine, July 12 has been cancelled, due to the cancellation by the Sistine Chapel Choir for their tour. THANKS to those who purchased tickets for the raffle of a “free pilgrimage” with our group. We are getting in touch with all possible to refund your donation.
FESTIVAL OF PRAISE
Hope-Healing-Reborn --Sunday, July 15th 2:00 - 3:30 PM, St. Michael the Archangel Church, 432 Center Ave., Butler PA 16001. All are welcome. Questions: 724-282-4107. Diocesan Youth Council (DYC Par ishes and Catholic High Schools are invited to sponsor high school sophomores and juniors in their participation with the DIOCESAN YOUTH COUNCIL (DYC) during the 2018-2019 school year. Originally inspired by St. Pope John Paul II, the mission and purpose of the DYC is to gather high school youth from throughout the Diocese of Pittsburgh and to form them as disciples, apostles, and leaders. The application and registration forms are currently due. Please contact [email protected] or (412) 456-3112 with your questions and/or to apply. The mandatory DYC Retreat will be held at Bishop Connare Center on July 15-17, 2018.
Our NEIGHBORHOOD HAPPENINGS
ATTENTION SHARPSBURGH HIGH ALUMNI The 2018 Sharpsburg High School Reunion for all graduates and friends will be held on Sunday, August 12, from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 p.m. at the Comfort Inn and Suites in RIDC Park, Blawnox. Food, fun, reminiscing, a DJ and dancing are in store. Please contact Joe Bruno (Class of 1960) at 412-781-3633 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
RETROUVAILLE Are you feeling helpless because you think your MARRIAGE is heading downhill? Don't despair . Retrouvaille (French for Rediscovery and pronounced Re-tro-vi) is a proved an effective program that is helping hurting marriages rebuild their trust and renew their communication. For confidential information about or to register for the program beginning with a weekend on July 13, 2018, please contact Retrouvaille at 412-277-3434. More infor-mation is available at www.retrouvailleofpittsburghinc.org.
PITTSBURGH PIRATES FAITH NIGHT Join the Pirates at PNC Park on Friday, July 27, game at 7:00 p.m. with the Mets. After the game , players will speak about the importance of FAITH in their personal and professional life. See their website for ticket orders.
WORLD YOUTH DAY - 2019 This event is for our youth to meet Pope Francis, which will be held in Panama. Visit www.diopitt.org/wyd for information
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN Support Groups coordinated by Sister Georgine Scarpino; call her for details, 412-422-8020. SAVE THE DATE On July 29, 2:30 p.m., Mass at Saint Paul Cathedral, Oakland, in observance of the 175th Anniversary of our Pittsburgh Diocese. TV MASS for the Homebound is available at 6:30 a.m. on WINP, ION Channel 16, DISH Network channel 250, and Direct TV channel 305. BISHOP CANEVIN HIGH SCHOOL They are hosting a FREE Youth Football Shoulder Tackling Technique Camp on Saturday, July 14th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for students in grades 4 through 8. The non-contact camp will be held at the high school where student athletes will learn best practices and correct proper mechanics for this important all-player skill. All drills will be performed on air or on a bag. The purpose of the camp is to help make the game of football safer. All Bishop Canevin football coaches are certified through the USA Football Heads Up Football Certification program. To register for the camp and/or learn more contact Bishop Canevin Head Football Coach Chris Lucas at [email protected].
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Pastoral Impressions from Father Tim and the Parish Finance Council
Dear Fellow Parish Members,
The 2017/2018 fiscal year will end on June 30, 2018. We recently received our Parish financial statements from the Diocesan Financial Services Office. However, the statements only represent our financial picture for the first ten (10) months ended April 30, 2018 of the 2017/18 fiscal year. Nonetheless, we want to share this information as soon as possible.
April 2018 Year-to-Date (YTD) Operating Revenues were approx. $1,077,000. This is 1% higher than our Budget and the same Prior Fiscal Year period. Again, we thank all our fellow Parishioners for your continuing financial support. Operating Expenses for the April 2018 YTD period were approx. $791,000 or 3% higher than Budget, but 2% lower than the same fiscal period last year. This again reflects the continuing positive impact of cost control actions implemented over the past 18 months, including staff reductions and a wage freeze for the staff. Consequently, the Parish had a Gross Operating Surplus of approx. $286,000 or 4% lower than Budget, but 12% better than the prior fiscal year period. The Parish’s school subsidy totaled approx. $254,000. This is $38,000 lower than the Budget, but $4,000 more than the same fiscal period last year. As mentioned in earlier updates, this fiscal year subsidy reflects the Parish’s responsibility to fund the July / August compensation costs of the former St. Mary’s School staff and repayment of the Diocesan loan related to insurance costs for the former St. Mary’s School. Thanks to your support, we were able to cover these obligations from the Parish’s cash flow. Consequently, the Parish had a small Net Operating Surplus of approx. $31,000 for this fiscal year period.
There is additional good news. Cash contributions to the 2018 Parish Share Program through April 30 are approx. $150,000 compared to our $161,517 Assessment. We thank you for your support. Also, the Parish Festival was again a success from a financial perspective. The current estimated income from the Festival is approx. $33,000. This success could not have been achieved without all the volunteers, St Mary’s bakers, and the thousands of patrons who enjoyed the three evenings of fun and fellowship. Thank you everyone. The Parish’s financial results for the April 2018 Fiscal Year to Date period as explained above, are summarized in the following table.
Transparency of the Parish’s financial situation is very important. We hope these reports help everyone obtain a clearer view of our Parish financial situation. We thank you again for your past and continuing support of our Parish and its mission. Please reach out to members of the Parish Finance Council with any questions.
Actual
Budget
Prior Year
Actual Vs Budget
Actual Vs Prior
Yr. Operating Revenues $1,076,834 $1,067,823 $1,064,713 $9,011 $12,121
Operating Expenses 791,217 768,502 810,115 (22,715) 18,898
Gross Operating Surplus / (Deficit) 285,617 299,321 254,598 (13,704) 31,019
School Subsidy – Parish (254,070) (292,000) (250,000) 37,930 (4,070)
Net Operating Surplus / (Deficit) $31,547 $7,321 $4,598 $24,226 $26,949
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TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION As Independence Day draws near, we think of the men and women of the military who serve with courage and competence, some far from home. How does the Church accompany them? In 1939, Pope Pius XII created an independent jurisdiction of the Catholic Church called the “Military Vicariate.” In 1985 Pope John Paul II created the “Archdiocese for Military Services, USA.” Spanning the globe and serving nearly one and a half million Roman Catholics, more than one thousand priests minister in hospitals, on military bases of all the armed forces, on ships at sea, and on the battlefield. The AMS does not ordain priests, but accepts priests on loan from religious orders and dioceses. In 1824 a Jesuit priest named Adam Marshall enlisted in the Navy and died at sea in 1825. He was assigned as a “schoolmaster,” but he sought out and ministered to Catholic sailors. Twenty years later, President Polk was worried that the war with Mexico was seen as anti-Catholic, so he recruited two Jesuit priests to serve in the army as chaplains. At the time of the Civil War, only about ten percent of Americans were Catholic. Military policies forced Catholic soldiers to attend Protestant services. The Church protested this rule, and many priests volunteered to become chaplains. Their witness and the courage of the “Nuns of the Battlefield” (several orders of sisters who assisted Civil War victims) helped temper prejudice against Catholics and pave the way for the life and ministry of this vigorous and unique archdiocese. O LORD, BE MY HELP Today we encounter readings that draw us into the mystery of suffering and death. In the past few years we have witnessed the devastation of life and property through earthquakes and hurricanes. So many lifted their lament to God, simply asking, “Why?” This is an honest expression of anger toward a God who we believe is the giver of life. When we lose a loved one, we can wonder why the presence of Christ is not enough to make that person rise, even from death, as did the little girl in today’s Gospel passage. Again we raise our voices and ask, “Why?” At moments such as these, let us make the prayer of the psalmist our own: “Hear, O LORD, and have pity on me; O LORD, be my helper.” Let us pray that our mourning will one day be turned into dancing.
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3405 HARTS RUN RDGLENSHAW, PA 15116
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No job is too smallParishioner
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Over 25 years in Private Practice
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The
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Voted one of the “Top 20 Dentists”in Pittsburgh by Expertise.com
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412-782-1100Servicing the Pittsburgh
Area Since 1949