February 18, 2018 First Sunday of Lent

Roman Catholic Church

6150 Allentown Boulevard ■ Harrisburg, PA 17112-2603

PASTORAL STAFF Very Rev. Edward J. Quinlan Pastor Reverend Michael G. Metzgar Parochial Vicar Deacon Joseph J. Wrabel Permanent Deacon Deacon Jerome T. Foerster Permanent Deacon MASSES Weekends: Saturday Vigil����5:00 p.m. Sunday��8:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:00 noon, 6:00 p.m. Weekdays:

(Weekday schedule subject to change - please see inside bulletin)

Mon-Thu��.6:30 a.m., 8:00 a.m. Friday���..6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m. Saturday�������8:30 a.m. CONFESSIONS Saturday��9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT This year the first readings for the Sundays of Lent present various covenants. The term covenant means a binding agreement between people, or in the case of Sacred Scripture, between God and His people. Today we have the Covenant God made with the people at the time of Noah, the Covenant of the Rainbow. Next Sunday, we’ll hear about the Covenant of Faith made between God and Abraham. Then we’ll come upon the Covenant of the Law made with Moses. We’ll hear about the Covenant of the Heart prophesied by Jeremiah. This will all lead to the Paschal Mystery and the Blood of the New and Eternal Covenant, the covenant we will renew on our altar in a few minutes. God’s actions at the time of Noah are center stage today both in the first reading from Genesis and in the second reading from the First Letter of Peter. In Genesis God saw how wicked mankind had become. Every desire their heart conceived was always nothing but evil, we read in Genesis 6:5. God was going to wipe out all of creation, mankind and all the animals who were scarred with mankind’s sins, his abuse of nature. God was going to destroy them all with a flood, but the life of one just man tempered God’s wrath. That man was Noah. Noah was righteous and blameless. He walked with God. So, as St. Peter points out, eight of mankind were saved, Noah, his wife, his three sons and their three wives. Water destroyed the evil of Noah’s day, but water would become the means of redemption in Jesus’ day. Water took away life at the time of Noah. Water would restore life for those who believe in Jesus Christ. That is why St. Peter wrote, the waters of the flood prefigure the waters of baptism. And God set a bow on the clouds. The bow was a rainbow. It was a sign that God will never again use a flood to destroy all of the creatures of the earth. The rainbow was a sign that God would never give up on his people.

- Excerpted from Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Pellegrino, Diocese of St. Petersburg, FL

First Sunday of Lent February 18, 2018

PARISH OFFICE Monday - Friday: 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Phone: 717-652-4211 Fax: 717-652-2033 HolyNameOfJesusParishHarrisburg@ hbgdiocese.org Mr. Timothy Schropp Business Manager Mrs. Anna Nicolella Administrative Assistant CONVENT Phone: 717-545-4357 Sister Rita Smith, SSJ HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL Phone: 717-657-1704 Fax: 717-657-9135 Sister Rita Smith, SSJ Principal RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Phone: 717-657-1704 Fax: 717-657-9135 Pre-K & Kindergarten: Sunday, 10:15 a.m. Grades 1 - 8: Sunday, 9:05 a.m. Sister Rita Smith, SSJ Director of Religious Education DIRECTOR OF PARISH MUSIC Phone: 717-433-8729 Mr. Jay W. Risser BISHOP MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL Phone: 717-236-7973 Fax: 717-234-1270 Sister Mary Anne Bednar, IHM Principal DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG 4800 Union Deposit Road Harrisburg, PA 17111 Phone: 717-657-4804 www.HbgDiocese.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG MISSION STATEMENT

To proclaim the goodness of God and to make truly present and active the one, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ to all people through the power of the Holy Spirit.

SACRAMENTS

Baptisms are held every Sunday after the 12:00 (noon) Mass. Parents are expected to attend an information and instruction session before the Baptism of the child. This session is held the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the school library. Baptismal Registration forms can be found in the Parish Office or on our website. Godparents must be practicing Catholics, age 16 or older, have already received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, and, if married, married in accord with Catholic Church Law. Matrimony: Diocesan Common Policy requires nine to twelve months advance notification of the priest or deacon and attendance at marriage preparation. Please call the Parish Office to make arrangements. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) - Mondays at 7:00 p.m., September through Easter. Please contact the Parish Office for information. Visitation of the Sick: Please notify the Parish Office when a member of the Parish is in the hospital or if someone is unable to attend Mass and wishes to receive Communion. Persons with Celiac Disease: It is necessary for validity that hosts for Mass must be made of wheat. An alternative is to receive the Precious Blood. At any weekend Mass, please let the celebrant know and we will have a chalice prepared for you to receive Holy Communion.

REGISTRATION OR CHANGE OF ADDRESS

We welcome all new members to our parish family. Please register at the Parish Office in order that we might be of assistance to you. If you move or change your phone number, please notify the Parish Office so that our records can be kept current.

MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Saturday, February 17 5:00 p.m. George Stoltz Sunday, February 18 8:00 a.m. Living & Deceased Members of the Cooney & Coursey Families 10:15 a.m. Pat & Dave Jones 12:00 p.m. People of the Parish 6:00 p.m. Intentions of Sister Mary Gebhart, SSJ Monday, February 19 6:30 a.m. Robert Butler 8:00 a.m. Iolanda Veltri Guadio Tuesday, February 20 6:30 a.m. Francie Howard 8:00 a.m. Donna Verbos Wednesday, February 21 6:30 a.m. Alberico Lio 7:00 p.m. Robert S. Michaliga Thursday, February 22 6:30 a.m. Intentions of Michael Koury 8:00 a.m. Robert Crouse Friday, February 23 6:30 a.m. Robert M. Burns, Jr. 8:30 a.m. Mary Rico Saturday, February 24 8:30 a.m. Joseph Ambrose & Zach Ambrose 5:00 p.m. December Members of the Council of Catholic Women Sunday, February 25 8:00 a.m. Thomas A. Moul 10:15 a.m. Clemente Fortino 12:00 p.m. Carl DiMarco 6:00 p.m. People of the Parish SANCTUARY CANDLE is lit in memory of Martin Hines.

DAILY MASS SCHEDULE - Please note:

for the duration of Lent, Mass on Wednesdays will be held at 6:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Holy Name of Jesus Parish Harrisburg, PA

BE PREPARED FOR

THE WORD OF THE LORD!

Readings for next Sunday, February 25, 2018 SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT

Genesis 22: 1 - 2, 9a, 10 - 13, 15 - 18 Psalm 116: 10, 15, 16 - 17, 18 - 19

Romans 8: 31b - 34 Mark 9: 2 - 10

PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, February 18: • 1:00 p.m. - Baptisms • 3:00 p.m. - Divine Mercy Devotions • 7:00 p.m. - Edge Youth Group (Fmr Church) Monday, February 19: • HNJ Parish Office Closed • 6:00 p.m. - Karate (Former Church) • 7:00 p.m. - Forty Hours (Church) • 7:00 p.m. - Scouts (Social Hall) • 7:00 p.m. - Nar-Anon (Library) • 7:30 p.m. - Novena Tuesday, February 20: • 6:00 p.m. - Tai Chi (Social Hall) • 7:00 p.m. - Forty Hours (Church) • 7:00 p.m. - Men’s Faith Study (Fmr Church) Wednesday, February 21: • 5:30 p.m. - Soup & Scripture (Social Hall) • 6:30 p.m. - Legion of Mary (Lounge) • 6:30 p.m. - Ephesians Study (Fmr Church) Thursday, February 22: • 6:00 p.m. - Karate (Connector) • 6:30 p.m. - Scouts (Social Hall) • 7:00 p.m. - Knights of Columbus (F.C.) Friday, February 23: • 9:30 a.m. - Catholicism Study (Fmr Church) • 2:15 p.m. - Stations of the Cross • 5:00 p.m. - Lenten Fish Dinner (Social Hall) • 7:00 p.m. - Stations of the Cross Saturday, February 24: • 6:30 a.m. - That Man Is You! (Fmr Church) • 9:00 a.m. - Sacrament of Penance • 11:00 a.m. - Drop & Dine (Social Hall) • 3:30 p.m. - Sacrament of Penance Next Sunday, February 25: • 9:05/10:15 a.m. - Religious Education • 1:00 p.m. - Baptisms • 3:00 p.m. - Divine Mercy Devotions • 4:00 p.m. - Young Women of Grace (F.C.)

OFFERTORY COLLECTION

February 12, 2017 - $28,970 February 11, 2018 - $28,970

Thank you for all your continued generosity and support of the parish!

We would like to thank Hilton-Diminick Orthodontic Assoc.

for sponsoring an ad in our weekly bulletin. We would like to thank

West Hanover Winery, Inc. for sponsoring an ad in our weekly bulletin.

First Sunday of Lent February 18, 2018

PRAYER LIST If you or a family member is ill, you may request that the name of the individual be printed in the bulletin for prayers. In your charity, please remember the sick, especially: Scott Ackerman, Mary Acri, Elaine Ambrose, Cheryl Baker, Alan Barr, Robert Bender, Bertha Besciglia, Barbara Border-Reed, Bill Brajkovich, Marcia Brickner, Betsy Broome, Mery-Beth Brown, Joanne Brunner, Katelyn Buser, Mary Buser, Dorothy Byers, Jackie Byles, Ann Campbell, Dwayne Campbell, Lily Carney, Robert Cek, Ashley Clover, Jim Clover, Marie Clover, Diane Cole, Kristy Constabile, Bill Cooper, Deacon Lawrence Crudup, Nick D’Amico, Teresa Davis, Leona Deibert, José Delerme, Mary Diamond, Brenda Dove, Julie Dowhouser, Gayle Dye, Nathan Dye, Patricia Eagle, Bob Enterline, Ira Evans, Joanne Ferguson, Debra Flicker, Harry Focht, Paula Fogarty, Kelly Ford, Roger Fornstrom Sr., Matt Fortese, Pamela Fresco, Andrew Frey, Mary Ann Gaffney, Thomas Gentry, Amanda Godes, John Grab, Ethan Graff, Angela Purcell Graver, Emily Green, Rose Griffin, Stephanie Griffith, Robert Grubb, Hugh Hegarty, Grant Hodgson, Reagan Hollister, Tommy Holtzman, Aileen Honecker, Frankie Hubbs, Eric Huston, Jean James, Philip Joseph, John Kambic, Noelle Karnash, Jen Karpency, Brian Keating, Christine Keegan, Lori Keener, Angeline Kenney, Mary Kepler, Frank Kessler, Sheila Kieffer, Carol Kitlan, George Klemick, Ryan Kociolek, Jerry Kolman, Leo Kopec, Lisa Koup, Sharon Kostick, Laurie Krammes, Collin Kratzer, Logan Kraus, Logan Lappley, James LaVia, Jon Lehman, Priscilla Liebner, Terry Lingrel, Marianne Loney, Eileen MacDonald, Bill Markle, Robert Markowski, Kelly Masi, Rosemary McClure, Jean McCracken, Cheryl McGrath, Barry McKeel, Mike McKenna, Makenzie Mehalick, Courtney Mescall, Richard Miller, Robert Miller, Eli Minnich, Gina Mischianti, Dianne Moran, Linda Norton, Theresa Notarnicola, Albert Novak, Lynn O’Connor, Vince Pagano, Mary Palmer, Sandy Papandrea, John Petrone, Gabriel Paris, Gina Paris, Rosalie Pasquini, Gerry Pecora, William Pellant, Ursula Peters, Debbie Peterson, Tom Phillippy, Leah Poleshuk, Sue Poleshuk, Faustina Poliskey, Ellie Jane Prestine, Janice Rabideau, Wanda Raver, Kevin Readinger, Kathy Reed, Joel Rivera, Betty Robertson, Sara Robinson, Dom Romagna, Susan Romagna, Cheryl Romanell, Maureen Romano, William Romero, Louise Rossi, Theo Rudy, John Sardelis, Eileen Schell, Greg Schrum, Pat Schwab, Jeananne Scrimgeour, Pat Seedor, Caleb Shingara, Anne Louise Silberman, Tom Sinkovitz, Dolores Slinker, Jane Smith, Janet Smith, Vince Soccio, Theresa Speitel, Wendy Stahl, Rita Stasney, Michael Steiner, Hannah Stiles, Richard Swartz, John Synoraski, Willa Thompson, Spencer Tinsley, Thomas Toolan, Thomas Toone, Jonniene Urban, Daniel Vasques, Dominic Vivittore, Sheryl Webster, Genny Whitehaus, John Wierzbicki, Rosalyn Willis, Emily Wissler, Lucy Wright, Robert Yeselavage Sr., Alssandra Young, David Zieter.

SCHOOL & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS RESCHEDULED CONFIRMATION RETREAT will be held on Wednesday, February 21 for all eighth grade students receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. The day will begin at 8:30 a.m. in the former church. Information was sent home with the Religious Education Students and Holy Name of Jesus School students. If there are any questions, please contact Sister Rita in the school office at 717-657-1704. RESCHEDULED FIRST COMMUNION PARENT MEETING will be held on Wednesday, February 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Church. The purpose of this meeting is to give an instruction on the Eucharist to parent/guardians of students who will be making their First Communion. First Communion will be administered to our Holy Name of Jesus second grade parishioners on Saturday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m. REGISTRATION - Holy Name of Jesus School is accepting new registrations for Kindergarten, Pre-K3, Pre-K4 and new students for the 2018-2019 school year. Registrations can be made in the office during the school day. Entrance to the school is through the door with the maroon canopy. • New Kindergarten students must be 5 years of

age by August 31, 2018. A birth certificate, baptismal certificate, and a copy of immunizations are required for Kindergarten registrations.

• Pre-K3 - 3 years old by August 31, 2018. A birth Certificate and copy of immunization are required for Pre- K registrations.

• Pre-K4 - 4 years old by August 31, 2018. A birth Certificate and copy of immunization are required for Pre- K registrations.

Please call the school office at 717-657-1704 for additional information and if you have any questions. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES will not be held on Sunday, February 18. SAVE THE DATE - The Annual Holy Name of Jesus School Gala will be held April 28, 2018 at the Sheraton Harrisburg/Hershey. This year’s theme is 'Calling All Super Heroes!' For more information, please visit www.holynameofjesus.com/School/Gala or www.facebook.com/holynameofjesusgala/, or email HNJgala@gmail.com. SMART MONEY - hnjsmartmoney@gmail.com; Nicole & Jason Lindemuth - 717-350-3576 (orders); Jennifer Michelone - 814-931-6872 (volunteers).

Holy Name of Jesus Parish Harrisburg, PA

PARISH NEWS & ACTIVITIES THANK YOU! Catholic Charities thanks all those who donated and purchased soup for the for the Souper Bowl Sunday soup sale! Holy Name of Jesus raised $1,889 of the total $11,584 collected throughout the Diocese. This money greatly helps the Catholic Charities three Homes of Healing (Interfaith Shelter for Homeless Families, Lourdeshouse Maternity Home and Evergreen House for Addicted Females.) Thank you and God Bless! TRACK & FIELD - It's that time of year again! Congratulations to all for a great season last year; the coaches are all looking forward to another great season this year. So if you are returning or looking to join us for the first time, sign ups will be held in the Smart Money room after all Masses the weekends of February 17 & 18 and 24 & 25 for students in grades 3-8. Registration fee is $50, with multiple sibling discount. The season will begin on March 12; practices will take place Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Coaches are also needed! Contact Coach Melissa Davis at McDthrowing@gmail.com or 717-226-4629 with any questions. SOUP & SCRIPTURE will be held each Wednesday during Lent, beginning February 21, at 5:30 p.m. in the Social Hall. A simple meal of soups and breads will be served followed by a reflection on sacred scripture. Bring your own bible to follow along with the scripture readings. All are welcome! There is no cost. ST. CHRISTOPHER’S TRAVEL CLUB will be going to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse in Hampton, NJ on Wednesday, April 25 to see “Steel Magnolias”. All inclusive cost is $86/person. For more information, please contact Carol Sue at 717-657-7852 or carolsue014@gmail.com. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - Interested in joining the Holy Name of Jesus Knights of Columbus Council #14081? Visit www.hnjknights.com or contact Terry Shingara at 717-657-3335.

PARISH NEWS & ACTIVITIES May she rest in the peace of the Lord! Please pray for the soul of Marie E. Riker, who passed away on February 4. The parish community of Holy Name of Jesus extends its deepest sympathies to her family, friends and relatives on their loss. May she rest in the peace of the Lord! Please pray for the soul of Patricia A. Keane, who passed away on February 8. The parish community of Holy Name of Jesus extends its deepest sympathies to her family, friends and relatives on their loss. EUCHARISTIC DEVOTIONS - Our annual parish Eucharistic devotions begins the first Sunday of Lent, February 18. The devotions, traditionally known as Forty Hours, span three days from Sunday to Tuesday. Each day the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for public adoration and prayer. Special presentations with Benediction will be held on Monday and Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Our guest presenter will be Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio. Better known at “Dr. Italy”, Dr. D’Ambrosio is the founder of Crossroads Initiative and is an acclaimed writer, speaker & evangelist. Please consider making time for a personal visit as well as participating in the evening presentations. LENTEN FISH DINNER - Come and join the Parish community in the Social Hall every Friday through March 23, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Enjoy pub battered North Atlantic cod or oven baked tilapia. Prices are: $8 for adults 13 and older; $5 for children 6-12; children 5 and under eat free! The weekly special for February 23 will be fresh caught and never frozen salmon for $13, specially prepared for you by our chef. We look forward to serving you and your family! LENTEN DROP & DINE FOR THE HUNGRY will be held on Saturday, February 24, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Social Hall. Drop-off nonperishable food items, grocery store gift cards, or monetary donations and Dine-In on a simple lunch of soup and bread. All contributions benefit the Silence of Mary Home which serves the poor and abandoned in the Harrisburg Community. If you have any questions, please contact the Silence of Mary office at 717-737-4107 or silenceofmaryvolunteer@verizon.net. NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (NFP) - Brian & Mary Metzger (717-652-4949). PARISH ADVOCACY MINISTRY - Jim & Diane Bohenick (jabohenick@comcast.net or 717-657-3491).

AROUND THE DIOCESE CATHOLIC RESOURCES - Coming to a better understanding of the truths of the faith should be part of our faith journey. The internet makes it easier than ever with loads of free information just a few clicks away. Please try visiting some of the following sites for great information about the faith, catholic podcasts and blogs, and many other things that will help to enrich your faith. Visit www.holynameofjesus.com/Parish/CatholicResources.html for more catholic websites. • www.Wordonfire.org • www.Catholic.com • www.EWTN.com • www.USCCB.org ITALIAN MASS FOR THE FEAST OF ST. JOSEPH (La Santa Messa per la Festa di San Giuseppe) will be held at Holy Spirit Parish (300 W. Pine St., Palmyra) on Sunday, March 18 at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Joshua R. Brommer will be the celebrant. The Italian Apostolate Ministry Committee will provide a reception in the Social Hall after Mass with a traditional Saint Joseph Altar. For more information, please contact Marietta Amato (717-278-9420) or Maria DiSanto (disanto1@comcast.net or 717-554-5698). MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST for all 8th graders interested in attending Bishop McDevitt will be held on Saturday, March 3 or Saturday, March 17. The placement test will be held at Bishop McDevitt at 9:00 a.m. Registration deadline for March 3 is February 23; registration deadline for March 17 is March 9. The placement test is computer based, therefore pre-registration is required and we cannot accept late registrations or walk-ins. The registration form can be found at www.bishopmcdevitt.org/high-school-placement-test-hspt-registration/. VOCATIONS - “Christ suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you to God.” Try this week to live as an example for the young people in your life. Let them see the rewards of living by the Good Spirit. Encourage them in their discernment with your prayers and support. If you are considering a vocation to religious life or priesthood, contact Fr. Brian Wayne at frbwayne@hbgdiocese.org or 717-657-4804, or visit www.diocesanpriest.com.

22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time September 3, 2017

BULLETIN DEADLINE Submissions for the February 25 bulletin are due in writing to the parish office no later than Monday, February 19 at 12:00 noon.

First Sunday of Lent February 18, 2018

AROUND THE DIOCESE MARRIAGE ANNULMENTS - The Tribunal of the Diocese of Harrisburg will give a presentation concerning marriage, divorce and annulment according to Church teaching. This presentation will be helpful for divorced Catholics, those divorced who wish to marry Catholics and any others who may have a vested interest because of family or friends. This presentation will be held on Monday, March 19, 7:00 p.m. at the Cardinal Keeler Center in Harrisburg. No prior registration is required. For more information, please contact the Office of the Tribunal at 717-657-4804 ext. 304 or tribunal@hbgdiocese.org. BISHOP MCDEVITT 30TH ANNUAL BLUE & GOLD GALA will be held on Saturday, April 14. The theme this year is “Timeless Elegance”. The evening includes dinner, drinks, dancing, live music from Cruise Control, and silent & live auctions. Donations of quality auction items are needed. Also accepting table sponsorships and program advertisers for the Gala Program. For more information, please contact Cheri Comasco at ccomasco@bishopmcdeivtt.org or 717-236-7973 ext. 2133. SAINT PATRICK FEAST DAY - Celebrate our Patron Saint on the Feast Day of Saint Patrick, Saturday, March 17, with Mass and a celebration to follow! This special Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Ronald Gainer at St. Patrick Cathedral at 10:00 a.m. Following Mass, at 11:45 a.m., a luncheon will be held downstairs in Bishop Rhoades Hall. There will be hors d’oeuvres, ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, and complimentary green beer and wine. Tickets for the St. Patrick’s Day celebration can be purchased by calling the Cathedral Parish Office at 717-232-2169. Ticket price is $30 per person. There are a limited number of tickets available, so don’t delay in securing yours! Free parking for the event will be available in the school lot and the South Street Garage. 7TH ANNUAL DIOCESAN MEN’S CONFERENCE will be held on Saturday, March 10 at Bishop McDevitt High School. This year’s theme is Men of Mary, Mercy, and the Eucharist. Keynote Speaker will be Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, noted speaker and expert on Divine Mercy. The conference includes 34 workshops, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with the Divine Mercy Chaplet & Benediction, Confession, beautiful music, good food, Catholic vendors, Mass with Bishop Gainer as Principal Celebrant and Homilist, and fellowship with up to a thousand men from around the diocese. Register now at www.hbgdiocese.org/men!