the parish community of saint therese’s...the summer season. we will resume again in sep-tember....
TRANSCRIPT
Community
Hospitality As a community of faith St Theresersquos Parish Community provides an atmosphere where we hope and pray that each person feels welcome and en-couraged to grow in a deeper faith in Jesus Christ
ldquoAll Are Welcomerdquo
Parish Membership We welcome all who wish to join our parish Please con-tact the parish office at your earliest con-venience We would like to meet with you and see that your presence in the parish is properly acknowledged and registered We also would like to remind parishioners to notify the office of changes of address andor telephone number
Christian Initiation Process This is a process by which believers become members of the Roman Catholic Church This journey in faith is con-cerned with the total formation of the person into believing living praying and serving with the Church community This gradual development climaxes in the celebration of Initiation at Eastertime Our Inquiry Period is ongoing For more information contact the office
Stewardship
God has entrusted us with many gifts Time Talent amp Treasure We hope and pray that all members will share their giftedness to continue to ldquoshare the Good News of Jesus with all peoplerdquo and ldquobuild up the Body in Loverdquo
Worship
Saturday 500pm Sunday 730am 900am 1100am
Daily (Mon Wed Thur Fri) 900am
Baptism This first of the Sacraments of Initiation is a significant part of the person the family and the parish community For this reason we encourage the celebration in a community setting Two options are offered monthly 1100am on the Second Sunday 1200pm on the Fourth Sunday
Baptismal Preparation Classes The parish provides a Baptism Preparation Program for expectant parents Godparents are welcome to attend though it is not required If you are expecting a child please call to register for this program Classes are held on the 2nd Tuesday of February May August and November at 630pm in the Rectory
Reconciliation The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated weekly every Saturday at 400 (NEW TIME) to 430 PM or anytime upon request and also in a fuller form seasonally throughout the year
Marriage In order to properly prepare for marriage it is expected that the couple contact the pastor to arrange for an ap-pointment prior to making other arrange-ments This must be done at least six months pr ior to the desir ed date of mar-riage One or both individuals should be members of the Parish for at least one year before marriage at St Theresersquos
Word
Catholic Schools The parish commu-nity supports Catholic education in the Dioceses of Scranton Families are en-couraged to take advantage of these fine educational and formational institutions
Religious Education Program
Grades 1-6 430 to 545pm Mon amp 545 to 700pm Tues
Summer Session Events 21117 4817 FamilyAt Home Program 12817 22517 4117 Summer Session July 10-21 2017 Pre-SchoolK Classes 11am Sunday Grades 7 amp 8 545-700pm Tuesday 645-800pm Wednesday
Service HospitalsNursing Homes and Anoint-ing of the Sick Please notify the of-fice if your loved one is in a hospital nursing home or confined to the home
First Friday Calls Each month those unable to participate in Mass because of health or age are visited Our Ministers of Holy Communion are available to bring Communion every Sunday to those confined to their homes
Parish Bequests
As you think about sharing the fruits of your labor amp your love with future gener-ations we would ask that you prayerfully consider the Church of Saint Therese
The Parish Community of Saint Theresersquos
Shavertown Pennsylvania 696-1144
wwwstthereses-shavertowncom
Our Pastoral Staff
Rev James J Paisley Pastor Weekend Assistance
Rev John Albosta Rev James Alco
Karen Attanasio Assistant Coordinator
of Religious Education Terri Besecker Parish Secretary amp
Director of Stewardship Reneacutee Fallon Business Manager
Aileen Ginocchetti Director of Liturgical Music
John Grassi Custodian Beverly Harostock Sacristan
Carol Kaleta Director of Liturgy Denise Williams Coordinator of
Religious Education Francis Zelinka Youth Minister
7th Sunday of Easter May 28 2017
Community
Calendar of Events
Monday 630pm OFFICE CLOSED Tuesday 730pm Choir Wednesday 630pm Faith Formation Mtg (R) Friday 930am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament (C)
ldquoSpirit of Servicerdquo Day
Thanks to all those who volunteered for our ldquoSpirit of Servicerdquo Day on June 10thSomeone from the Stewardship Committee will be con-
tacting you this month with details concerning your project We are most grateful for your
SERVICE
Visit our web site at stthereses-shavertowncom and click on NEWS
for more information and details
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS To be consid-ered for inclusion in the weekly bulletin all items should be submitted by the Friday (10 days) prior to publication Information can be mailed to St Theresersquos Church 64 Davis St Shavertown Pa 18708 faxed to 570-696-1210 or preferably emailed to rfallonstthereses-shavertowncom
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION The next Baptismal Preparation Class for expectant parents will be held on Tuesday August 8 at 630 pm in the Rectory Meeting Room Most parents prefer to attend this mandatory session prior to the birth of their child Please call the office to register at 570-696-1144
MEMORIAL DAY
The Rectory Office will be closed on Monday
May 29th
The Altar amp Rosary Society will meet at 6 PM (please note new time) on Wednesday June 7th in Fr Sammons Hall
for a covered dish supper Bring your favorite dish to share and your own place setting A wonderful buffet is always enjoyed by all Hostesses for June are Mary Ann Kwak amp Kathy Chupka All women of the parish are welcome to attend Donations for the Back Mountain Food Pantry are appreciated Note J uly and August ar e a time to step back from monthly meetings and enjoy the blessings of the summer season We will resume again in Sep-tember
Father Zavacki is celebrating the 60th Anniversary of his
ordination to the priesthood on Sunday June 18th
at 3 orsquoclock at St Ignatius Church Kingston An informal gathering will take place at Monsignor Conlon Hall following the Mass All are welcome
CARNATION SALE
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in the 38th Annual Carnation Drive
$74000 was donated in support of the Pro-Life Center in Wilkes-Barre
NEW PARISH WEB SITE
The new site can be accessed at stthereses-shavertowncom and was designed by Halibut-bluecom in Kingston We hope you enjoy the new site and visit it often for parish events news items our monthly calen-dar and the weekly bulletin plus much more Our parish Facebook page can also be accessed from this site
Worship The Celebration of the Eucharist
Mon 900AM Florence Hozempa Ann amp Stan Tue 900AM NO 900AM MASS Wed 900AM Edward Janosik David amp Mary Kolessar Thu 900AM Leonard Medura Jr JoAnn Prohaskas Fri 900AM Anthony Frazier Thursday Night ARISE Group Sat 500PM John Grohowski Sr Edward amp Mary Petty Sun 730AM Debbie Balonis (Anniv) Robert amp Chris Balonis 900AM Dick Orlowski Frank amp Pat Smaka 1100AM Paula Oscielowski Daughter Erica Elgonitis amp Family
In Memoriam
The Eucharistic Wine consecrated at our masses on the weekend of May 27 amp 28 is donated for a Special Intention
Eucharistic Wine In Memoriam
The altar wine blessed at our weekend liturgies is being offered as a memoriam for a loved one If you are interested in memorializing a family mem-ber or friend who has passed away please call the rectory 570-696-1144 for information and details
WEEKEND MASS CELEBRANTS
June 3-4 2017
Saturday 500PMmdashFr Alco Sunday 730AMmdashFr Paisley 900AMmdashFr Albosta 1100AMmdashFr Albosta
The prayers and support of the parish are extended to the families of the following in the midst of their grief and mourning Thomas W Dombroski father of Tom
Ron Joyce and Sue
Spots still available for Steubenville Youth Conference June 23rd 24th and 25th
The Steubenville Youth conference is an amazing event where thousands of students from across the country gather to pray together and grow in their Catholic faith All students who are in high school or are entering high school this fall are eligible to attend Space is very limited so please contact Francis Zelinka to reserve your spot or to get more information Email franciszelinkagmailcom
Maker Fun Factory Created by GOD Built for a Purpose
Now taking sign-ups for VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ldquoVOLUNTEERSrdquo
Date July 31stmdashAugust 4th Time 930mdash1230 pm
Adult amp Youth Volunteer (youth who have completed 5th grade in 2016-17 school year and
older) are needed and welcome
For questions or information please call Denise Williams at 570-696-1144 ext 29
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in our Church on Friday June 2 from 900 AM to 1100 AM All are wel-come to come and spend some time in prayer with our Eucharistic Lord
PENNY WARS FOR THE POOR
A great big ldquoThank yourdquo goes out to all who donat-ed their pennies and those who donated their time to help roll them A total of $183181 in pennies was collected All proceeds from the Penny Wars go to the Commis-sion on Economic Opportunity to assist struggling single parent families and the disadvantaged elderly in our local communities
QUO VADIS DAYS High School Summer Camp
JUNE 25-28 2017 Misericordia Unibersity
301 Lake Street Dallas PA
The Diocesan Vocation Office started the Quo Vadis Days summer camp experience for high school men at Misericordia University in June of 2015 Registrations nearly doubled by the second year Bringing together young men who are serious about their Catholic Faith empowers them to live as intentional disciples and supports their ongoing vocational discernment For information go to wwwscrantonvocationsorg or call 570-207-1452
~ Dynamic Talks ~ Sports amp Outdoor Activities ~ Prayer ~ Small Group Discussions ~ Interaction with Priests amp Seminarians ~ Visit with Bishop ~
Commitment of Treasure
ldquoGive to the Most High God as God has given to you generously according to your means for the Lord is one who always repays and God will give back to you seven-foldrdquo Sirach 35 9-10
Stewardship of Faith Share the gift of faith by inviting
a family member or friend to Church
Attendance weekend Eucharist (May 13-14 2017)
500pm 230 730am 187 SFC 50
900am 181 1100am 207 Total 855
Adult Env 4761365 Child Env 36200
Collection Date Sunday 05142017 Adult Offertory $897000
Childrenrsquos Offertory $6500
Loose Offertory $45411
Neighborhood News
The Pines at Mercy Center an independent liv-ing facility has an opening for a one-bedroom unit If interested please call Sister Dorothy Reaver at 570-675-2048 ext 1355
Pennsylvanians for Human LifemdashWish List Cribs with sides that do not go down High Chairs Pack lsquoN Plays Swings Bassinettes
Call the Center at 570-826-1819 if you have these items to donate Thank you
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bridge A Program of Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of ScrantonmdashVolunteers needed to spend an
hour or two a week with a child Become a mentor to a child Must be at least 16 years old and a Junior in High School For more information go to httpwwwbbbsnepaorg
Compassionate Care Hospice is in need of vol-unteers to provide emotional support and compan-ionship to the terminally ill Help is needed to assist families in residential settings assisted liv-ing and nursing home facilities Easy volunteer training is available Please call 570-451-1031 for more information
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS 2017
Lord Jesus Good Shepherd may young people in our parish
hear your call and follow your voice as they discern their vocations
Lead your people to heaven through the ministry of holy priests and consecrated men and women
Jesus we trust in you Amen
Ruthrsquos Place ndash An opportunity to serve ndash If you would like to help prepare a meal for the women at Ruthrsquos Place on Tuesday June 6 look for the sign up sheet in the vestibule of the church this week-end and put your name and phone number on the item you will donate Items needed will be main dishes side dish salads breads desserts and drinks You will then be contacted to confirm your selec-tion Prepared food can be dropped off at 445 to 500pm on June 6 in the newest church parking lot (elevator side) and will then be delivered by mem-bers of the Social Justice committee For further information call Sue Stearn at 570-407-0092 Mon-etary donations are accepted and can be marked accordingly and dropped in the collection or at the rectory Thank you
ON BECOMING CATHOLIC
Are you or someone you know interested in be-coming Roman Catholic The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RICA) provides a wonderful and meaningful opportunity for interested persons to learn about the faith and traditions of Catholi-cism while preparing for full reception into the Church Call Father Jim at 570-696-1144 for in-formation and details
S nd P i Go hellip
n ea
ldquoCaring for our Common Homerdquo
WHEN Sunday June 11 2017 at 100 PM
WHERE Frances Slocum State Par k Pavilion 3 at the lake
WHY An oppor tunity to celebrate and acknowledge our promise to care
for the earth our common home
WHAT Outdoor Mass (satisfies your Sunday obligation) with thoughtful reflections
on Laudato Sirsquo (Pope Francisrsquo Encyclical)
Blessing of the land and water
Refreshments
A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Back Mt Trail
Please RSVP to Terri at 696-1144 (Ext 10)
by June 1st
092E (CK) St Therese Shavertown For Advertising Information Call (800) 364-0684 Bon Venture Services LLC bull PO Box 850 Flanders NJ 07836
Robert D Clements Jr DDSFAMILY DENTISTRY
30 Foster St Dallas 675-4321
PIZZA PERFECT
16 Carverton Road 696-2100
CHECKERBOARD INNSteak bull Italian bull SeafoodCatering for all OccasionsRoom for Private Parties696-1648 or 696-4545
385 Carverton Rd Trucksville
BUYING SELLING MICHAEL R LEY CPA~ Family owned since 1947 ~
bull Individual Income Tax Return Preparationbull Small Business Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping amp Payroll
bull Rental Properties Retirement Distributions and more5702879700
480 Pierce St STE 200 middot Kingston PA 18704Collector Coins - Silver Dollars
Gold and Silver Bullion - Gold Rings and ChainsSterling Silver - Diamonds - Birth Stones
- Now Selling -A Complete Selection of Gold and Silver Jewelry
Diamonds and Other Precious StonesPhone 675-5872
COINS amp JEWELRY18 Church Street
Dallas Pennsylvania
MOSCA LAW OFFICESTHOMAS J MOSCA ESQ
RICHARD H DISQUEFUNERAL HOME INC
Edward G Horn JrSupervisor
(570)675-32552940 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY middot DALLAS PA 18612
DUPONT MONUMENT SHOP INC
You Make the Memories of a Lifetime We Make Them Last Forever273 MAIN STREET DUPONT PA 18641
570-654-0561email dupontmonumentaolcom
Gregory A Timonte Proprietor
New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street
Suite 117 Kingston PA 18704
The Meadows ManorA Personal Care Residence
200 Lake Street bull Dallas PA 18612(570) 675-9336
149 North Main Street middot Shavertown PA 18708570-675-3336 middot FAX 570-675-7579
Back MountainAutomotiveSpecialists
General RepairsDavid Spurlin
Owner
(570) 288-7917
183 NORTH MAIN STREET middot SHAVERTOWN PA 18708
570-674-0896wwwstudiozdesignsllccomJUSTINE ZUK
CUSTOM CABINETRYKitchen Bathroom amp MoreNew Remodeling Reface
and Re nishBig Johns Company INC
Phone 570-793-1590Cell 203-964-7621
Email bigjohnscompanyyahoocomwwwbuildzoomcom
GOD BLESS
AMERICA
7th Sunday of Easter May 28 2017
Community
Calendar of Events
Monday 630pm OFFICE CLOSED Tuesday 730pm Choir Wednesday 630pm Faith Formation Mtg (R) Friday 930am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament (C)
ldquoSpirit of Servicerdquo Day
Thanks to all those who volunteered for our ldquoSpirit of Servicerdquo Day on June 10thSomeone from the Stewardship Committee will be con-
tacting you this month with details concerning your project We are most grateful for your
SERVICE
Visit our web site at stthereses-shavertowncom and click on NEWS
for more information and details
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS To be consid-ered for inclusion in the weekly bulletin all items should be submitted by the Friday (10 days) prior to publication Information can be mailed to St Theresersquos Church 64 Davis St Shavertown Pa 18708 faxed to 570-696-1210 or preferably emailed to rfallonstthereses-shavertowncom
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION The next Baptismal Preparation Class for expectant parents will be held on Tuesday August 8 at 630 pm in the Rectory Meeting Room Most parents prefer to attend this mandatory session prior to the birth of their child Please call the office to register at 570-696-1144
MEMORIAL DAY
The Rectory Office will be closed on Monday
May 29th
The Altar amp Rosary Society will meet at 6 PM (please note new time) on Wednesday June 7th in Fr Sammons Hall
for a covered dish supper Bring your favorite dish to share and your own place setting A wonderful buffet is always enjoyed by all Hostesses for June are Mary Ann Kwak amp Kathy Chupka All women of the parish are welcome to attend Donations for the Back Mountain Food Pantry are appreciated Note J uly and August ar e a time to step back from monthly meetings and enjoy the blessings of the summer season We will resume again in Sep-tember
Father Zavacki is celebrating the 60th Anniversary of his
ordination to the priesthood on Sunday June 18th
at 3 orsquoclock at St Ignatius Church Kingston An informal gathering will take place at Monsignor Conlon Hall following the Mass All are welcome
CARNATION SALE
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in the 38th Annual Carnation Drive
$74000 was donated in support of the Pro-Life Center in Wilkes-Barre
NEW PARISH WEB SITE
The new site can be accessed at stthereses-shavertowncom and was designed by Halibut-bluecom in Kingston We hope you enjoy the new site and visit it often for parish events news items our monthly calen-dar and the weekly bulletin plus much more Our parish Facebook page can also be accessed from this site
Worship The Celebration of the Eucharist
Mon 900AM Florence Hozempa Ann amp Stan Tue 900AM NO 900AM MASS Wed 900AM Edward Janosik David amp Mary Kolessar Thu 900AM Leonard Medura Jr JoAnn Prohaskas Fri 900AM Anthony Frazier Thursday Night ARISE Group Sat 500PM John Grohowski Sr Edward amp Mary Petty Sun 730AM Debbie Balonis (Anniv) Robert amp Chris Balonis 900AM Dick Orlowski Frank amp Pat Smaka 1100AM Paula Oscielowski Daughter Erica Elgonitis amp Family
In Memoriam
The Eucharistic Wine consecrated at our masses on the weekend of May 27 amp 28 is donated for a Special Intention
Eucharistic Wine In Memoriam
The altar wine blessed at our weekend liturgies is being offered as a memoriam for a loved one If you are interested in memorializing a family mem-ber or friend who has passed away please call the rectory 570-696-1144 for information and details
WEEKEND MASS CELEBRANTS
June 3-4 2017
Saturday 500PMmdashFr Alco Sunday 730AMmdashFr Paisley 900AMmdashFr Albosta 1100AMmdashFr Albosta
The prayers and support of the parish are extended to the families of the following in the midst of their grief and mourning Thomas W Dombroski father of Tom
Ron Joyce and Sue
Spots still available for Steubenville Youth Conference June 23rd 24th and 25th
The Steubenville Youth conference is an amazing event where thousands of students from across the country gather to pray together and grow in their Catholic faith All students who are in high school or are entering high school this fall are eligible to attend Space is very limited so please contact Francis Zelinka to reserve your spot or to get more information Email franciszelinkagmailcom
Maker Fun Factory Created by GOD Built for a Purpose
Now taking sign-ups for VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ldquoVOLUNTEERSrdquo
Date July 31stmdashAugust 4th Time 930mdash1230 pm
Adult amp Youth Volunteer (youth who have completed 5th grade in 2016-17 school year and
older) are needed and welcome
For questions or information please call Denise Williams at 570-696-1144 ext 29
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in our Church on Friday June 2 from 900 AM to 1100 AM All are wel-come to come and spend some time in prayer with our Eucharistic Lord
PENNY WARS FOR THE POOR
A great big ldquoThank yourdquo goes out to all who donat-ed their pennies and those who donated their time to help roll them A total of $183181 in pennies was collected All proceeds from the Penny Wars go to the Commis-sion on Economic Opportunity to assist struggling single parent families and the disadvantaged elderly in our local communities
QUO VADIS DAYS High School Summer Camp
JUNE 25-28 2017 Misericordia Unibersity
301 Lake Street Dallas PA
The Diocesan Vocation Office started the Quo Vadis Days summer camp experience for high school men at Misericordia University in June of 2015 Registrations nearly doubled by the second year Bringing together young men who are serious about their Catholic Faith empowers them to live as intentional disciples and supports their ongoing vocational discernment For information go to wwwscrantonvocationsorg or call 570-207-1452
~ Dynamic Talks ~ Sports amp Outdoor Activities ~ Prayer ~ Small Group Discussions ~ Interaction with Priests amp Seminarians ~ Visit with Bishop ~
Commitment of Treasure
ldquoGive to the Most High God as God has given to you generously according to your means for the Lord is one who always repays and God will give back to you seven-foldrdquo Sirach 35 9-10
Stewardship of Faith Share the gift of faith by inviting
a family member or friend to Church
Attendance weekend Eucharist (May 13-14 2017)
500pm 230 730am 187 SFC 50
900am 181 1100am 207 Total 855
Adult Env 4761365 Child Env 36200
Collection Date Sunday 05142017 Adult Offertory $897000
Childrenrsquos Offertory $6500
Loose Offertory $45411
Neighborhood News
The Pines at Mercy Center an independent liv-ing facility has an opening for a one-bedroom unit If interested please call Sister Dorothy Reaver at 570-675-2048 ext 1355
Pennsylvanians for Human LifemdashWish List Cribs with sides that do not go down High Chairs Pack lsquoN Plays Swings Bassinettes
Call the Center at 570-826-1819 if you have these items to donate Thank you
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bridge A Program of Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of ScrantonmdashVolunteers needed to spend an
hour or two a week with a child Become a mentor to a child Must be at least 16 years old and a Junior in High School For more information go to httpwwwbbbsnepaorg
Compassionate Care Hospice is in need of vol-unteers to provide emotional support and compan-ionship to the terminally ill Help is needed to assist families in residential settings assisted liv-ing and nursing home facilities Easy volunteer training is available Please call 570-451-1031 for more information
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS 2017
Lord Jesus Good Shepherd may young people in our parish
hear your call and follow your voice as they discern their vocations
Lead your people to heaven through the ministry of holy priests and consecrated men and women
Jesus we trust in you Amen
Ruthrsquos Place ndash An opportunity to serve ndash If you would like to help prepare a meal for the women at Ruthrsquos Place on Tuesday June 6 look for the sign up sheet in the vestibule of the church this week-end and put your name and phone number on the item you will donate Items needed will be main dishes side dish salads breads desserts and drinks You will then be contacted to confirm your selec-tion Prepared food can be dropped off at 445 to 500pm on June 6 in the newest church parking lot (elevator side) and will then be delivered by mem-bers of the Social Justice committee For further information call Sue Stearn at 570-407-0092 Mon-etary donations are accepted and can be marked accordingly and dropped in the collection or at the rectory Thank you
ON BECOMING CATHOLIC
Are you or someone you know interested in be-coming Roman Catholic The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RICA) provides a wonderful and meaningful opportunity for interested persons to learn about the faith and traditions of Catholi-cism while preparing for full reception into the Church Call Father Jim at 570-696-1144 for in-formation and details
S nd P i Go hellip
n ea
ldquoCaring for our Common Homerdquo
WHEN Sunday June 11 2017 at 100 PM
WHERE Frances Slocum State Par k Pavilion 3 at the lake
WHY An oppor tunity to celebrate and acknowledge our promise to care
for the earth our common home
WHAT Outdoor Mass (satisfies your Sunday obligation) with thoughtful reflections
on Laudato Sirsquo (Pope Francisrsquo Encyclical)
Blessing of the land and water
Refreshments
A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Back Mt Trail
Please RSVP to Terri at 696-1144 (Ext 10)
by June 1st
092E (CK) St Therese Shavertown For Advertising Information Call (800) 364-0684 Bon Venture Services LLC bull PO Box 850 Flanders NJ 07836
Robert D Clements Jr DDSFAMILY DENTISTRY
30 Foster St Dallas 675-4321
PIZZA PERFECT
16 Carverton Road 696-2100
CHECKERBOARD INNSteak bull Italian bull SeafoodCatering for all OccasionsRoom for Private Parties696-1648 or 696-4545
385 Carverton Rd Trucksville
BUYING SELLING MICHAEL R LEY CPA~ Family owned since 1947 ~
bull Individual Income Tax Return Preparationbull Small Business Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping amp Payroll
bull Rental Properties Retirement Distributions and more5702879700
480 Pierce St STE 200 middot Kingston PA 18704Collector Coins - Silver Dollars
Gold and Silver Bullion - Gold Rings and ChainsSterling Silver - Diamonds - Birth Stones
- Now Selling -A Complete Selection of Gold and Silver Jewelry
Diamonds and Other Precious StonesPhone 675-5872
COINS amp JEWELRY18 Church Street
Dallas Pennsylvania
MOSCA LAW OFFICESTHOMAS J MOSCA ESQ
RICHARD H DISQUEFUNERAL HOME INC
Edward G Horn JrSupervisor
(570)675-32552940 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY middot DALLAS PA 18612
DUPONT MONUMENT SHOP INC
You Make the Memories of a Lifetime We Make Them Last Forever273 MAIN STREET DUPONT PA 18641
570-654-0561email dupontmonumentaolcom
Gregory A Timonte Proprietor
New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street
Suite 117 Kingston PA 18704
The Meadows ManorA Personal Care Residence
200 Lake Street bull Dallas PA 18612(570) 675-9336
149 North Main Street middot Shavertown PA 18708570-675-3336 middot FAX 570-675-7579
Back MountainAutomotiveSpecialists
General RepairsDavid Spurlin
Owner
(570) 288-7917
183 NORTH MAIN STREET middot SHAVERTOWN PA 18708
570-674-0896wwwstudiozdesignsllccomJUSTINE ZUK
CUSTOM CABINETRYKitchen Bathroom amp MoreNew Remodeling Reface
and Re nishBig Johns Company INC
Phone 570-793-1590Cell 203-964-7621
Email bigjohnscompanyyahoocomwwwbuildzoomcom
GOD BLESS
AMERICA
Worship The Celebration of the Eucharist
Mon 900AM Florence Hozempa Ann amp Stan Tue 900AM NO 900AM MASS Wed 900AM Edward Janosik David amp Mary Kolessar Thu 900AM Leonard Medura Jr JoAnn Prohaskas Fri 900AM Anthony Frazier Thursday Night ARISE Group Sat 500PM John Grohowski Sr Edward amp Mary Petty Sun 730AM Debbie Balonis (Anniv) Robert amp Chris Balonis 900AM Dick Orlowski Frank amp Pat Smaka 1100AM Paula Oscielowski Daughter Erica Elgonitis amp Family
In Memoriam
The Eucharistic Wine consecrated at our masses on the weekend of May 27 amp 28 is donated for a Special Intention
Eucharistic Wine In Memoriam
The altar wine blessed at our weekend liturgies is being offered as a memoriam for a loved one If you are interested in memorializing a family mem-ber or friend who has passed away please call the rectory 570-696-1144 for information and details
WEEKEND MASS CELEBRANTS
June 3-4 2017
Saturday 500PMmdashFr Alco Sunday 730AMmdashFr Paisley 900AMmdashFr Albosta 1100AMmdashFr Albosta
The prayers and support of the parish are extended to the families of the following in the midst of their grief and mourning Thomas W Dombroski father of Tom
Ron Joyce and Sue
Spots still available for Steubenville Youth Conference June 23rd 24th and 25th
The Steubenville Youth conference is an amazing event where thousands of students from across the country gather to pray together and grow in their Catholic faith All students who are in high school or are entering high school this fall are eligible to attend Space is very limited so please contact Francis Zelinka to reserve your spot or to get more information Email franciszelinkagmailcom
Maker Fun Factory Created by GOD Built for a Purpose
Now taking sign-ups for VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ldquoVOLUNTEERSrdquo
Date July 31stmdashAugust 4th Time 930mdash1230 pm
Adult amp Youth Volunteer (youth who have completed 5th grade in 2016-17 school year and
older) are needed and welcome
For questions or information please call Denise Williams at 570-696-1144 ext 29
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in our Church on Friday June 2 from 900 AM to 1100 AM All are wel-come to come and spend some time in prayer with our Eucharistic Lord
PENNY WARS FOR THE POOR
A great big ldquoThank yourdquo goes out to all who donat-ed their pennies and those who donated their time to help roll them A total of $183181 in pennies was collected All proceeds from the Penny Wars go to the Commis-sion on Economic Opportunity to assist struggling single parent families and the disadvantaged elderly in our local communities
QUO VADIS DAYS High School Summer Camp
JUNE 25-28 2017 Misericordia Unibersity
301 Lake Street Dallas PA
The Diocesan Vocation Office started the Quo Vadis Days summer camp experience for high school men at Misericordia University in June of 2015 Registrations nearly doubled by the second year Bringing together young men who are serious about their Catholic Faith empowers them to live as intentional disciples and supports their ongoing vocational discernment For information go to wwwscrantonvocationsorg or call 570-207-1452
~ Dynamic Talks ~ Sports amp Outdoor Activities ~ Prayer ~ Small Group Discussions ~ Interaction with Priests amp Seminarians ~ Visit with Bishop ~
Commitment of Treasure
ldquoGive to the Most High God as God has given to you generously according to your means for the Lord is one who always repays and God will give back to you seven-foldrdquo Sirach 35 9-10
Stewardship of Faith Share the gift of faith by inviting
a family member or friend to Church
Attendance weekend Eucharist (May 13-14 2017)
500pm 230 730am 187 SFC 50
900am 181 1100am 207 Total 855
Adult Env 4761365 Child Env 36200
Collection Date Sunday 05142017 Adult Offertory $897000
Childrenrsquos Offertory $6500
Loose Offertory $45411
Neighborhood News
The Pines at Mercy Center an independent liv-ing facility has an opening for a one-bedroom unit If interested please call Sister Dorothy Reaver at 570-675-2048 ext 1355
Pennsylvanians for Human LifemdashWish List Cribs with sides that do not go down High Chairs Pack lsquoN Plays Swings Bassinettes
Call the Center at 570-826-1819 if you have these items to donate Thank you
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bridge A Program of Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of ScrantonmdashVolunteers needed to spend an
hour or two a week with a child Become a mentor to a child Must be at least 16 years old and a Junior in High School For more information go to httpwwwbbbsnepaorg
Compassionate Care Hospice is in need of vol-unteers to provide emotional support and compan-ionship to the terminally ill Help is needed to assist families in residential settings assisted liv-ing and nursing home facilities Easy volunteer training is available Please call 570-451-1031 for more information
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS 2017
Lord Jesus Good Shepherd may young people in our parish
hear your call and follow your voice as they discern their vocations
Lead your people to heaven through the ministry of holy priests and consecrated men and women
Jesus we trust in you Amen
Ruthrsquos Place ndash An opportunity to serve ndash If you would like to help prepare a meal for the women at Ruthrsquos Place on Tuesday June 6 look for the sign up sheet in the vestibule of the church this week-end and put your name and phone number on the item you will donate Items needed will be main dishes side dish salads breads desserts and drinks You will then be contacted to confirm your selec-tion Prepared food can be dropped off at 445 to 500pm on June 6 in the newest church parking lot (elevator side) and will then be delivered by mem-bers of the Social Justice committee For further information call Sue Stearn at 570-407-0092 Mon-etary donations are accepted and can be marked accordingly and dropped in the collection or at the rectory Thank you
ON BECOMING CATHOLIC
Are you or someone you know interested in be-coming Roman Catholic The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RICA) provides a wonderful and meaningful opportunity for interested persons to learn about the faith and traditions of Catholi-cism while preparing for full reception into the Church Call Father Jim at 570-696-1144 for in-formation and details
S nd P i Go hellip
n ea
ldquoCaring for our Common Homerdquo
WHEN Sunday June 11 2017 at 100 PM
WHERE Frances Slocum State Par k Pavilion 3 at the lake
WHY An oppor tunity to celebrate and acknowledge our promise to care
for the earth our common home
WHAT Outdoor Mass (satisfies your Sunday obligation) with thoughtful reflections
on Laudato Sirsquo (Pope Francisrsquo Encyclical)
Blessing of the land and water
Refreshments
A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Back Mt Trail
Please RSVP to Terri at 696-1144 (Ext 10)
by June 1st
092E (CK) St Therese Shavertown For Advertising Information Call (800) 364-0684 Bon Venture Services LLC bull PO Box 850 Flanders NJ 07836
Robert D Clements Jr DDSFAMILY DENTISTRY
30 Foster St Dallas 675-4321
PIZZA PERFECT
16 Carverton Road 696-2100
CHECKERBOARD INNSteak bull Italian bull SeafoodCatering for all OccasionsRoom for Private Parties696-1648 or 696-4545
385 Carverton Rd Trucksville
BUYING SELLING MICHAEL R LEY CPA~ Family owned since 1947 ~
bull Individual Income Tax Return Preparationbull Small Business Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping amp Payroll
bull Rental Properties Retirement Distributions and more5702879700
480 Pierce St STE 200 middot Kingston PA 18704Collector Coins - Silver Dollars
Gold and Silver Bullion - Gold Rings and ChainsSterling Silver - Diamonds - Birth Stones
- Now Selling -A Complete Selection of Gold and Silver Jewelry
Diamonds and Other Precious StonesPhone 675-5872
COINS amp JEWELRY18 Church Street
Dallas Pennsylvania
MOSCA LAW OFFICESTHOMAS J MOSCA ESQ
RICHARD H DISQUEFUNERAL HOME INC
Edward G Horn JrSupervisor
(570)675-32552940 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY middot DALLAS PA 18612
DUPONT MONUMENT SHOP INC
You Make the Memories of a Lifetime We Make Them Last Forever273 MAIN STREET DUPONT PA 18641
570-654-0561email dupontmonumentaolcom
Gregory A Timonte Proprietor
New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street
Suite 117 Kingston PA 18704
The Meadows ManorA Personal Care Residence
200 Lake Street bull Dallas PA 18612(570) 675-9336
149 North Main Street middot Shavertown PA 18708570-675-3336 middot FAX 570-675-7579
Back MountainAutomotiveSpecialists
General RepairsDavid Spurlin
Owner
(570) 288-7917
183 NORTH MAIN STREET middot SHAVERTOWN PA 18708
570-674-0896wwwstudiozdesignsllccomJUSTINE ZUK
CUSTOM CABINETRYKitchen Bathroom amp MoreNew Remodeling Reface
and Re nishBig Johns Company INC
Phone 570-793-1590Cell 203-964-7621
Email bigjohnscompanyyahoocomwwwbuildzoomcom
GOD BLESS
AMERICA
Commitment of Treasure
ldquoGive to the Most High God as God has given to you generously according to your means for the Lord is one who always repays and God will give back to you seven-foldrdquo Sirach 35 9-10
Stewardship of Faith Share the gift of faith by inviting
a family member or friend to Church
Attendance weekend Eucharist (May 13-14 2017)
500pm 230 730am 187 SFC 50
900am 181 1100am 207 Total 855
Adult Env 4761365 Child Env 36200
Collection Date Sunday 05142017 Adult Offertory $897000
Childrenrsquos Offertory $6500
Loose Offertory $45411
Neighborhood News
The Pines at Mercy Center an independent liv-ing facility has an opening for a one-bedroom unit If interested please call Sister Dorothy Reaver at 570-675-2048 ext 1355
Pennsylvanians for Human LifemdashWish List Cribs with sides that do not go down High Chairs Pack lsquoN Plays Swings Bassinettes
Call the Center at 570-826-1819 if you have these items to donate Thank you
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bridge A Program of Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of ScrantonmdashVolunteers needed to spend an
hour or two a week with a child Become a mentor to a child Must be at least 16 years old and a Junior in High School For more information go to httpwwwbbbsnepaorg
Compassionate Care Hospice is in need of vol-unteers to provide emotional support and compan-ionship to the terminally ill Help is needed to assist families in residential settings assisted liv-ing and nursing home facilities Easy volunteer training is available Please call 570-451-1031 for more information
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS 2017
Lord Jesus Good Shepherd may young people in our parish
hear your call and follow your voice as they discern their vocations
Lead your people to heaven through the ministry of holy priests and consecrated men and women
Jesus we trust in you Amen
Ruthrsquos Place ndash An opportunity to serve ndash If you would like to help prepare a meal for the women at Ruthrsquos Place on Tuesday June 6 look for the sign up sheet in the vestibule of the church this week-end and put your name and phone number on the item you will donate Items needed will be main dishes side dish salads breads desserts and drinks You will then be contacted to confirm your selec-tion Prepared food can be dropped off at 445 to 500pm on June 6 in the newest church parking lot (elevator side) and will then be delivered by mem-bers of the Social Justice committee For further information call Sue Stearn at 570-407-0092 Mon-etary donations are accepted and can be marked accordingly and dropped in the collection or at the rectory Thank you
ON BECOMING CATHOLIC
Are you or someone you know interested in be-coming Roman Catholic The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RICA) provides a wonderful and meaningful opportunity for interested persons to learn about the faith and traditions of Catholi-cism while preparing for full reception into the Church Call Father Jim at 570-696-1144 for in-formation and details
S nd P i Go hellip
n ea
ldquoCaring for our Common Homerdquo
WHEN Sunday June 11 2017 at 100 PM
WHERE Frances Slocum State Par k Pavilion 3 at the lake
WHY An oppor tunity to celebrate and acknowledge our promise to care
for the earth our common home
WHAT Outdoor Mass (satisfies your Sunday obligation) with thoughtful reflections
on Laudato Sirsquo (Pope Francisrsquo Encyclical)
Blessing of the land and water
Refreshments
A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Back Mt Trail
Please RSVP to Terri at 696-1144 (Ext 10)
by June 1st
092E (CK) St Therese Shavertown For Advertising Information Call (800) 364-0684 Bon Venture Services LLC bull PO Box 850 Flanders NJ 07836
Robert D Clements Jr DDSFAMILY DENTISTRY
30 Foster St Dallas 675-4321
PIZZA PERFECT
16 Carverton Road 696-2100
CHECKERBOARD INNSteak bull Italian bull SeafoodCatering for all OccasionsRoom for Private Parties696-1648 or 696-4545
385 Carverton Rd Trucksville
BUYING SELLING MICHAEL R LEY CPA~ Family owned since 1947 ~
bull Individual Income Tax Return Preparationbull Small Business Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping amp Payroll
bull Rental Properties Retirement Distributions and more5702879700
480 Pierce St STE 200 middot Kingston PA 18704Collector Coins - Silver Dollars
Gold and Silver Bullion - Gold Rings and ChainsSterling Silver - Diamonds - Birth Stones
- Now Selling -A Complete Selection of Gold and Silver Jewelry
Diamonds and Other Precious StonesPhone 675-5872
COINS amp JEWELRY18 Church Street
Dallas Pennsylvania
MOSCA LAW OFFICESTHOMAS J MOSCA ESQ
RICHARD H DISQUEFUNERAL HOME INC
Edward G Horn JrSupervisor
(570)675-32552940 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY middot DALLAS PA 18612
DUPONT MONUMENT SHOP INC
You Make the Memories of a Lifetime We Make Them Last Forever273 MAIN STREET DUPONT PA 18641
570-654-0561email dupontmonumentaolcom
Gregory A Timonte Proprietor
New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street
Suite 117 Kingston PA 18704
The Meadows ManorA Personal Care Residence
200 Lake Street bull Dallas PA 18612(570) 675-9336
149 North Main Street middot Shavertown PA 18708570-675-3336 middot FAX 570-675-7579
Back MountainAutomotiveSpecialists
General RepairsDavid Spurlin
Owner
(570) 288-7917
183 NORTH MAIN STREET middot SHAVERTOWN PA 18708
570-674-0896wwwstudiozdesignsllccomJUSTINE ZUK
CUSTOM CABINETRYKitchen Bathroom amp MoreNew Remodeling Reface
and Re nishBig Johns Company INC
Phone 570-793-1590Cell 203-964-7621
Email bigjohnscompanyyahoocomwwwbuildzoomcom
GOD BLESS
AMERICA
S nd P i Go hellip
n ea
ldquoCaring for our Common Homerdquo
WHEN Sunday June 11 2017 at 100 PM
WHERE Frances Slocum State Par k Pavilion 3 at the lake
WHY An oppor tunity to celebrate and acknowledge our promise to care
for the earth our common home
WHAT Outdoor Mass (satisfies your Sunday obligation) with thoughtful reflections
on Laudato Sirsquo (Pope Francisrsquo Encyclical)
Blessing of the land and water
Refreshments
A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Back Mt Trail
Please RSVP to Terri at 696-1144 (Ext 10)
by June 1st
092E (CK) St Therese Shavertown For Advertising Information Call (800) 364-0684 Bon Venture Services LLC bull PO Box 850 Flanders NJ 07836
Robert D Clements Jr DDSFAMILY DENTISTRY
30 Foster St Dallas 675-4321
PIZZA PERFECT
16 Carverton Road 696-2100
CHECKERBOARD INNSteak bull Italian bull SeafoodCatering for all OccasionsRoom for Private Parties696-1648 or 696-4545
385 Carverton Rd Trucksville
BUYING SELLING MICHAEL R LEY CPA~ Family owned since 1947 ~
bull Individual Income Tax Return Preparationbull Small Business Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping amp Payroll
bull Rental Properties Retirement Distributions and more5702879700
480 Pierce St STE 200 middot Kingston PA 18704Collector Coins - Silver Dollars
Gold and Silver Bullion - Gold Rings and ChainsSterling Silver - Diamonds - Birth Stones
- Now Selling -A Complete Selection of Gold and Silver Jewelry
Diamonds and Other Precious StonesPhone 675-5872
COINS amp JEWELRY18 Church Street
Dallas Pennsylvania
MOSCA LAW OFFICESTHOMAS J MOSCA ESQ
RICHARD H DISQUEFUNERAL HOME INC
Edward G Horn JrSupervisor
(570)675-32552940 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY middot DALLAS PA 18612
DUPONT MONUMENT SHOP INC
You Make the Memories of a Lifetime We Make Them Last Forever273 MAIN STREET DUPONT PA 18641
570-654-0561email dupontmonumentaolcom
Gregory A Timonte Proprietor
New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street
Suite 117 Kingston PA 18704
The Meadows ManorA Personal Care Residence
200 Lake Street bull Dallas PA 18612(570) 675-9336
149 North Main Street middot Shavertown PA 18708570-675-3336 middot FAX 570-675-7579
Back MountainAutomotiveSpecialists
General RepairsDavid Spurlin
Owner
(570) 288-7917
183 NORTH MAIN STREET middot SHAVERTOWN PA 18708
570-674-0896wwwstudiozdesignsllccomJUSTINE ZUK
CUSTOM CABINETRYKitchen Bathroom amp MoreNew Remodeling Reface
and Re nishBig Johns Company INC
Phone 570-793-1590Cell 203-964-7621
Email bigjohnscompanyyahoocomwwwbuildzoomcom
GOD BLESS
AMERICA
092E (CK) St Therese Shavertown For Advertising Information Call (800) 364-0684 Bon Venture Services LLC bull PO Box 850 Flanders NJ 07836
Robert D Clements Jr DDSFAMILY DENTISTRY
30 Foster St Dallas 675-4321
PIZZA PERFECT
16 Carverton Road 696-2100
CHECKERBOARD INNSteak bull Italian bull SeafoodCatering for all OccasionsRoom for Private Parties696-1648 or 696-4545
385 Carverton Rd Trucksville
BUYING SELLING MICHAEL R LEY CPA~ Family owned since 1947 ~
bull Individual Income Tax Return Preparationbull Small Business Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping amp Payroll
bull Rental Properties Retirement Distributions and more5702879700
480 Pierce St STE 200 middot Kingston PA 18704Collector Coins - Silver Dollars
Gold and Silver Bullion - Gold Rings and ChainsSterling Silver - Diamonds - Birth Stones
- Now Selling -A Complete Selection of Gold and Silver Jewelry
Diamonds and Other Precious StonesPhone 675-5872
COINS amp JEWELRY18 Church Street
Dallas Pennsylvania
MOSCA LAW OFFICESTHOMAS J MOSCA ESQ
RICHARD H DISQUEFUNERAL HOME INC
Edward G Horn JrSupervisor
(570)675-32552940 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY middot DALLAS PA 18612
DUPONT MONUMENT SHOP INC
You Make the Memories of a Lifetime We Make Them Last Forever273 MAIN STREET DUPONT PA 18641
570-654-0561email dupontmonumentaolcom
Gregory A Timonte Proprietor
New Bridge Center 480 Pierce Street
Suite 117 Kingston PA 18704
The Meadows ManorA Personal Care Residence
200 Lake Street bull Dallas PA 18612(570) 675-9336
149 North Main Street middot Shavertown PA 18708570-675-3336 middot FAX 570-675-7579
Back MountainAutomotiveSpecialists
General RepairsDavid Spurlin
Owner
(570) 288-7917
183 NORTH MAIN STREET middot SHAVERTOWN PA 18708
570-674-0896wwwstudiozdesignsllccomJUSTINE ZUK
CUSTOM CABINETRYKitchen Bathroom amp MoreNew Remodeling Reface
and Re nishBig Johns Company INC
Phone 570-793-1590Cell 203-964-7621
Email bigjohnscompanyyahoocomwwwbuildzoomcom
GOD BLESS
AMERICA