Bulletin for May 29th, 2016

Divine Mercy Parish
312 Davis St., Scranton, PA 18505 / 570-344-1724 / www.divinemercyparish.us
Worship Schedule
Saturday……..5:00PM
Sunday………….8:00AM, 11:00AM
& 5:00PM
Monday - Friday…………..12:10PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday 11:00AM - 11:45AM
or anytime by appointment
Eucharistic Holy Hour
Wednesday 6:00PM
Sunday Evening Prayer
First Sunday of the Month 6:00PM
Office Hours
9:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Thursday
9:00AM - 3:00PM Friday
Religious Education Office
5:00PM - 9:00PM Tuesday & Thursday
9:00AM - 11:00AM Sunday
Fax Number: 570-344-4120
School Information
All Saints Academy
570-343-8114
Holy Cross High School
570-346-7541
Office Staff
Rev. Francis L. Pauselli
Pastor
fpauselli@divinemercyparish.us
William Drazdowski
Parish Consultant
wdrazdowski@divinemercyparish.us
Brittain Banull
Director of Religious Education
bbanull@divinemercyparish.us
Nicholas Katchur
Director of Music
nkatchur@divinemercyparish.us
Jessica Fazzi
Parish and Family Life Coordinator
jfazzi@divinemercyparish.us
Brandon Musso, William McGowan,
Michael Boyko, Shaemus Lunney
Michele Manzo
Office Assistant
mmanzo@divinemercyparish.us
Sacristans
Parish Council
Assistant Groundskeepers
John Segilia, Edward Fortuna, Tony DeFrancesco,
Patrick Burke, Jeffery Manzo, John Rushefski,
Anthony Karpinski
Grounds keeping by Image One
Frank Alu
Ann Marie Cawley
Lois Fuller
Germaine Helcoski
Ariel Kavulich
Margaret MacArt
Kathryn Moceyunas
Mary Theresa Montoro
Christopher Musso
The Most Holy Blood and Body
Weekend of May 28 & 29, 2016
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THE WORD IS THE PRESENCE OF OUR LORD THROUGH SCRIPTURE, THE FOUNDATION UPON WHICH WE CAN CONTINUE TO BUILD OUR FAITH.
Religious Education / Life Long Faith Formation (Advent and Lent Bible Study) / Vacation Bible School / RCIA /
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
...Brittain Banull DRE
Confirmation Meeting Packets
Attention Confirmation Parents if you were unable to attend the meeting, on Thursday, May 19th, your Confirmation
packet can be picked up in the Parish Office.
2015 Confirmation Photos
Group Confirmation Photos from the 2015 Confirmation Class are available for purchase. The price per photo will be
$13.00. Please contact Brittain Banull at 570-344-1724 to make arraignments to purchase a photo.
First Communion Photos
First Communion Photos are still available to be ordered. The final date for picture orders will be on June 5th. Please
stop by the Parish Office or contact Brittain Banull at 570-344-1724 to make arraignments to purchase a photo.
Vacation Bible School Information
Vacation Bible School is scheduled for Monday, July 11th through July 15th. Registration will begin in the next couple
of weeks. Erin Burke will again be leading our VBS team. We are seeking new volunteer and inviting back everyone
who did such a great job last year. Even if you can only help one or two days please volunteer to help. The success of
this parish program depends on you. If you would like to volunteer, please call Erin at 941-0703.
From the Desk of Father Pauselli
Today is the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. It gives us an opportunity to reflect on our celebration of the Eucharist in a way that we may not have time for on Holy Thursday. This action is central to
who we are as Catholics. It defines us and builds up the Church as the Body of Christ in the world so that we
can continue Jesus’ mission on earth.
Friday of this week is the first Friday of June and the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Join us for
Mass at 12:10 p.m. and lunch afterward in the Parish Center.
As we continue to plan for our parish picnic on June 17 and 18 plan on purchasing a raffle ticket as soon as
possible. An early bird prize of $1,000 will be awarded on Sunday, June 12. The success of the raffle is crucial
to the overall success of our picnic. Thank you in advance for your participation.
Have a great week!
The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of
Memorial Day.
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WORSHIP IS THE TANGIBLE EXPRESSION OF OUR LORD’S LOVE FOR US AND OUR RESPONSE TO HIM IN A CONCRETE AND LOVING EXPRESSION OF FAITH.
Liturgy Committee / Art and Environment / Holy Hour Eucharistic Adoration / Evening Prayer / Music Ministry / Eucharistic Ministers / Lectors / Altar Servers / Choirs / Cantors / Musicians / Ushers and Sacristans / Hospitality
Mass Intentions
Monday—5/30/2016
12:10PM
For the souls at rest in our cemeteries
Tuesday—5/31/2016
12:10PM
Walter Conway
Wednesday—6/1/2016
12:10PM
Chester Filipski
Requested by the Kearney family
Requested by Mimi Gajkowski
Thursday—6/2/2016
12:10PM
Mary Evelyn Mooty
Friday—6/3/2016
12:10PM
Walter Toole
Requested by Tim and Barb McNulty
Requested by Mary Toole
Saturday—6/4/2016
5:00PM
For the living and deceased mothers remembered on the altar
Sunday—6/5/2016
8:00AM
For the people
Sunday—6/5/2016
11:00AM
Lillian A. Saravitz
Sunday—6/5/2016
5:00PM
Msgr. John A. Balberchak
Requested by her family
Requested by Margie Sochovka
Liturgical Minister Schedule for June 4/5
Cantor
Lector
Lector
EM
EM
EM
EM
AS
5:00PM SAT
John Pocius
Joseph Moceyunas
Kathy Moceyunas
Cathy Pocius
Judy Digwood
Marian Donelan
Patty Giambrone
Vanessa Grzyboski
8:00AM SUN
Michael Kavulich
Robert Spinelli
Ed Zaloga
Marge MacArt
Pat Quinn
----------Mia Zaloga
11:00AM SUN
Sr. Janet Jeffers
Jessica Fazzi
Savannah Lloyd
Barb Poplawski
Zita Timlin
Joe Walsh
Peggy Walsh
David Wilce
5:00PM SUN
Lexi Manzo
Brian Price
Zane Price
Concetta Reilly
Ed Generose
----------Erica Yatzun
Memorial Day Services
Father Pauselli will be holding Memorial Day services at the
following times:
9:00AM St. Mary’s Cemetery
9:30AM St. Joseph’s Cemetery
10:00AM St. John’s Cemetery
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WE ARE THE PEOPLE OF GOD. WE STRIVE TO BE THE FACE OF GOD FOR OTHERS IN OUR PARISH AND THE PEOPLE WE MEET DAILY IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Parish Breakfast / Craft Fair / Calendar Party / Parish Picnic / Movie Night / Doughnut Sunday / First Friday and Lenten Friday
Luncheons / Clothes Shed and Coat Drive / Easter Egg Hunt / Breakfast with Santa / Concerts
Coordinating Team Members: Mary Theresa Montoro, Chris Musso,
Karen Grzyboski, Jen Roever, Jessica Fazzi, Marge MacArt, Colleen Musso, and Dina Castaldi
The Minooka Lions are having a raffle Saturday, July 16th, to raise funds to be able to install a
gazebo in the Billy Barrett playground on Colliery Ave, in memory of Attorney Mark Walsh, who
passed away 3 years ago.
This project will also commemorate the Lions Centennial Celebration. Tickets are $20. There will
be cash prizes of $1,000, $500, and 2- $250 prizes. Tickets are available from any Lions member
or by calling Betsy Walsh, President of the Minooka Lions at 570-591-4537.
Divine Mercy Parish Picnic Raffle
We have moved the
Early Bird Drawing to
June 12
to give everyone more time to purchase a ticket!
Get your ticket at the Parish Office during regular
business hours or after Masses on the weekends!
Little Sisters of the Poor to host Tenth Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 11
The Little Sisters of the Poor will host their tenth annual golf tournament Saturday, June 11, at the Scranton Municipal
Golf Course, Lake Ariel.
Golf tournament registration begins at noon with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The format is captain and crew. Singles will
be placed on a team. The cost is $100 per golfer which includes green fees, use of a cart, an official tournament shirt, a
gift bag, a pre-tournament refreshment reception, a light meal during the tournament and a post-tournament dinner at
the course clubhouse. Golfers will also have a chance to win prizes based on their performance in the tournament including a new car courtesy of Matt Burne Honda, Scranton.
Several types of golf and sponsorship packages, which are great advertising vehicles, are also available including hole
signs for $100 and sponsorships of $250, $500, $750 and $1,000. There will also be a grand raffle of the Sisters’ famous
gift baskets as well as prizes valued at over $100.
For more information, please contact Mrs. Jackie Galvin, M.S., director of development and communications, at (570)
343-4065 ext. 3144 or scdevelopment@littlesistersofthepoor.org. Golf registration is also available at
www.littlesistersofthepoorscranton.org.
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THROUGH SCRIPTURE WE KNOW GOD CALLS US TO SERVE OTHERS.
Eucharistic Outreach / Divine Mercy Table / Social Concerns Committee / Food Pantry Support /
Blood Drive / Holiday Donations / Souper Bowl of Caring
Coordinating Team Members: Mike Abdalla, Marguerite Coyle, Joanne Corbett, Cathy Genovese,
Rose Marie Kloss, Sr. Janet Jeffers, Jessica Fazzi, and Michele Manzo
The Yoga for Peace, Relaxation and Renewal Series
at Divine Mercy Parish
Please bring a yoga mat, a full body blanket and water. Dress comfortably in clothing that allows freedom of movement. Classes run approximately 75-minutes and
are supported by use of Essential Oils and the very best in Sound Therapy.
Classes are instructed by Dr. Christine E. Kiesinger. Dr. Kiesinger has been teaching
yoga to all levels for nearly two decades. Her classes are comprehensive peaceinducing experiences rooted in safe, sound instruction and informed by best practices.
Cost is $12 per class payable at the door. Classes are held in the Parish Center. You
must RSVP to participate by calling: 570-430-3185 or 570-344-1724 as spaces are
limited.
Next class is: RESTORATIVE YOGA FOR DEEP REST – Tuesday June 28, 7:00PM
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The Minooka Lions Club will offer three (3) awards to High School Seniors who plan to
attend, or students currently attending a two or four-year college, university or technical
institute. Eligibility requirements for these awards are as follows:
1. Must be a resident of Minooka or the son or daughter of an active Minooka Lion.
2. Must be accepted by or attending an accredited two or four year college or technical institute.
Monday • May 30
Weekday
2 Pt 1:2-7; Mk 12:1-12
Tuesday • May 31
Weekday
Zep 3:14-18a; Lk 1:39-56
Wednesday • June 1
Weekday
2 Tm 1:1-3, 6-12; Mk 12:18-27
Thursday • June 2
Weekday
2 Tm 2:8-15; Mk 12:28-34
Friday • June 3
Weekday
Ez 34:11-16; Rom 5:5b-11; Lk 15:3-7
Saturday • June 4
Weekday
2 Tm 4:1-8; Lk 2:41-51
Sunday • June 5
The Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1 Kgs 17:17-24; Gal 1:11-19; Lk 7:11
-17
Mass Attendance
May 21 & 22
Saturday
5:00PM
266
Sunday
8:00AM
11:00AM
164
220
5:00PM
144
3. Must be of good moral character.
Scholarship applications may be obtained from any Minooka Lions Club member. Submit
all information to Mr. John Pocius, 2933 Cedar Ave., Scranton PA by Friday, June 17,
2016.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY will not meet on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30.
Important June Dates
June 8 - Parish Pastoral Council Meeting - 7:00 PM
Gift Bearers
If you would like to
bring up the gifts at the
weekend Masses, please
inform the usher before
Mass begins.
Lector Workbooks
Lector workbooks can be
picked up in the Parish
Office during normal
business hours.