st. michael the archangel parish - Saint Michael the Archangel Parish

July 24, 2016
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Volume 37, Issue 30
ST. MICHAEL
THE ARCHANGEL
PARISH
301 SPRUCE STREET, HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA 16648
PARISH STAFF
MASSES
Rev. Msgr. Stanley B. Carson, Pastor ……….....695-0912
Saturday Evening: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Daily & Holy Days: See inside the Bulletin
Janet Klingbeil, Parish Secretary…………….......695-0912
Sue Teske, Director of Religious Education……...934-2180
Mary Jo Lanzel, Director of Volunteer Ministries...696-9394
CONFESSIONS
Tim Baranik, Youth Group Director.………..……..693-6780
Regularly on Saturdays: 1:00 p.m. and Sundays: 7:30 a.m.
Tom Kunkle, Music Coordinator…………………...312-3897
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
CONTACT INFORMATION
MARRIAGES & BAPTISMS
Rectory/Church Office………...……….…...(814) 695-0912
Call the church office to schedule an appointment.
Nine month advance notice is normally required for marriage.
Office Fax Number………………..….…..…(814) 693-9820
Parish Email.……………....stmichaelchurchpa@gmail.com
Parish Website…………...........www.stmichael-hldg-pa.org
Holy Trinity Catholic School - Hollidaysburg Campus
http://www.holytrinitycatholic.school………..(814) 695-6112
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE
ST. MICHAEL FAITH COMMUNITY
Extending a rich parish heritage built upon the pioneering
traditions of the first settlers of the Southern Allegheny
mountains, St. Michael the Archangel Parish embraces as its
mission the use of all available resources, both spiritual
and temporal, to minister to the needs of the people of
Hollidaysburg and its surrounding areas. We do this in a
fashion which reflects the teachings and example of Jesus
Christ, while promoting a tradition of liturgical excellence,
strong support for Catholic education in all its varieties, and
enlightened social outreach to the community at large, in union
with both the Diocesan and Universal Church.
BULLETIN DEADLINE
The deadline to have information printed in the bulletin
announcements is 4:00 p.m. Tuesday prior to the weekend of
the announcement. Mail or email the information to the
Church office.
PARISHIONER REGISTRATION
If you would like to join the parish, please contact the
Rectory/Church office. Please remember to notify us if you
move or will be moving out of the parish. Registration, the
practice of stewardship, and regular participation in the
Sacraments indicate that a person is an active member of the
parish and is eligible to act as a godparent or sponsor. As a
Church community seeking to be faith-filled disciples and
good stewards, the sacrifice of our time, talent and treasure is
essential for the common good.
CHRISTIAN INITIATION
Anyone interested in becoming a member of the Catholic
Church should contact the rectory office. New classes begin
in the Fall.
Liturgical Reflection...
Ask and you will receive. Seek and you will find. Knock and the door will be opened to you. Know that the
Father in heaven gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask him. Jesus urges his disciples to persist in prayer.
We pray that God’s will be done. The advice of the Lord is to be persistent in prayer. His encouragement is
to remember that God is a Father who loves his children. God shows mercy and kindness to all. When we
persist in prayer, we become enveloped in the Lord’s kindness, understanding, and mercy. Grounded in
prayer, we are grounded in the mercy of God.
2016, Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, Liturgy Office, 925 South Logan Boulevard, Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania 16648.
DAILY MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS
for July 25 - 31
MONDAY, July 25 - St. James, Apostle
7:45 a.m. + Bobbi Murray (Anniv. Rem.) - by the family
TUESDAY, July 26 - Sts. Joachim & Anne, Parents of the Blessed Mother
7:45 a.m. + Bill Wilson - by Mark & Jo DeLozier
WEDNESDAY, July 27
7:45 a.m. + Mary Liebal - by Helen & Christine Liebal
THURSDAY, July 28
7:45 a.m. + Stanley Kaczor - by Mr & Mrs Stewart Trotter
FRIDAY, July 29 - St. Martha
7:45 a.m. + Frank & Joan Bonanno - by Victor & Joan Balash
SATURDAY, July 30 St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop & Dr. of the Church
5:00 p.m. + Living & Deceased Members of the Owens Family
- by Martha Owens
SUNDAY, July 31 - Eighteenth Sunday
8:30 a.m. + George Fregone Jr. (Birthday Rem.)
- his daughter & son
10:00 a.m. + Eleanore Trimarco - by Dave & Mary Jo Lanzel
11:30 a.m.
For the People of the Parish
WELCOME!
Today we welcome Rev. Carlos Fernandez,
MXY. He is a missionary priest who is currently
serving the people of God in Kenya, Africa. He
has been there for many years working with
several groups in different times of his life. He
has also been a mentor of the seminarians. He belongs to the Yarumal
Missionaries. The goal of the Yarumal Missionaries, who were founded
85 years ago, is to witness the Gospel of Jesus Christ among people
and cultures where the Gospel is not yet fully preached. They are
present in Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, Panama, Kenya, Ivory
Coast, Ethiopia, Angola, Cambodia and Thailand. In order to carry out
their pastoral programs, these missionaries depend very much on the
generosity of the Christians from parishes they visit. Our support for
Rev. Fernandez is a sign that reminds us of our baptismal vocation: We
are also missionaries of Christ. To help support his work you may
use the Missionary Cooperative envelope attached in today’s
bulletin.
INTRODUCTION FOR TODAY’S READINGS
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Genesis 18:20-32 Today's passage from Genesis is another
episode from the life of Abraham, our father in faith. He lived
near Sodom, a city notorious for its wickedness. In this
passage, Abraham employs the Middle-Eastern technique of
bartering to negotiate with God over the future of that city.
Colossians 2:12-14 Today we continue our series of four
readings from the letter to the Colossians. We have seen how
this letter emphasizes Christ as the sole mediator between
God and all creation. Today’s passage speaks of how we
become one with Christ.
THIS WEEK’S LITURGY APPOINTMENTS
SACRISTAN (7/24 - 7-30): N. Blake
ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE (7/24 - 7-30): as scheduled
GARDENER OF THE WEEK (7/24 - 7-30): B. Fiore
COFFEE/DONUT SOCIAL (7/31/16): The Nosek family
July 30 - 31:
Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday, July 30, 5:00 PM
Readers:
J. Mielnik & M. Dodson
Altar Servers:
A. Carey & N. Nale
E. Min.:
D. Straub, C. Storm & R. Holzer
Gift Bearers:
The B. Irwin Family
Sunday, July 31, 8:30 AM
Readers:
G. Luciano & E. Baranik
Altar Servers:
M. Elder & A. Elder
E. Min.:
M. Fiore, J. Frank & B. Anthony
Gift Bearers:
The S. Frank Family
Sunday, July 31, 10:00 AM
Readers:
D. Maher & D. McKnight
Altar Servers:
M. Hemminger & C. Hemminger
E. Min.:
J. Pompa, R. Pompa & M. Lanzel
Gift Bearers:
The B. Henry Family
Sunday, July 31, 11:30 AM
Readers:
D. Musitano & J. Plummer
Altar Servers:
C. Fochler & M. Gardner
E. Min.:
L. Malone, G. Harrington & R. Walter
Gift Bearers:
The Pope Family
CONGRATULATIONS!
Mikayla Gates and Ryan Carbaugh were united in Holy
Matrimony here at St. Michael Parish on July 16. We extend
our congratulations to them. Please remember Mikayla and
Ryan in your prayers as they begin their married life.
“MUSIC IN THE BURG”
The Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council is hosting the Flood City Brass
Band in concert TODAY, Sunday, July 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Canal
Basin Park in Hollidaysburg. The concert is FREE, bring your lawn
chairs and your friends! In case of inclement weather the concert will be
held in the Hollidaysburg Jr. High School. More information can be
found at: www.hollidaysburgartscouncil.org
FAMILIES AND THE GOSPEL
Luke 11: 1-13 Today’s gospel began with Jesus “praying in a certain
place.” He prayed where he was, among his friends. Pausing to pray in
our homes, a parent “gives a good gift” to their children teaching them
to turn to the Lord as a partner and friend.
≈≈≈≈≈≈ OUR GIFTS TO GOD ≈≈≈≈≈≈
Thank you for your generosity!
Sunday Offering (7/10/16)
$8,428.56
Sunday Envelopes:
$8039.66
Loose Cash:
$388.90
Sunday Offering (7/17/16)
Sunday Envelopes:
Loose Cash:
$7,085.50
$6,576.70
$509.00
2016 Annual Catholic Appeal Parish Goal: $47,777.00
Parish Goal (received to date 7/19/16): $42,475.00
OFFICE HOURS
The parish office will be closed THIS
Monday & Tuesday (July 25 & 26).
Normal office hours will resume
on Wednesday 7/27.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
and FAITH FORMATION
AT ST. MICHAEL PARISH
HELPER NEEDED
A parishioner is looking for someone to occasionally stay with her
elderly husband for a few hours in the evenings while she runs errands
or attends some events. Minimal work will be required. If interested
please contact the rectory office.
We are seeking Catechists for the
following grades:
*
*
*
*
1 teacher for Pre-School
2 teachers for Grade 5
2 teachers for Grade 7
Youth Ministry - Grades 10 & 11
(They meet the second Sunday of
the month from 12:30-2 PM)
* Confirmation Guest Speakers
* Substitute teachers for all grades
Keep in mind:
- No experience is needed.
- Training is available.
- Assistance will be provided to obtain all
necessary clearances that are needed to work
with children.
- Confirmation Candidates are encouraged to use
this ministry as part of their service hours.
- Questions about being a teacher or helper
may be directed to our Director of Religious
Education, Sue Teske at 934-2180.
SPECIAL HOLY HOUR OF PRAYER
FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS
In the Jubilee Year of Mercy, Pope Francis is calling teens and young
adults to return to their faith and embrace the Catholic church once
again. Bishop Mark Bartchak and Sister Linda LaMagna CCW are
inviting teens and young adults to join with them for a Holy Hour of
Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament to prayerfully experience God
calling their hearts. This invitation to return will be held on Thursday,
Aug. 18, at St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish (2301 5th St. Altoona, Pa), from 6:00 - 7:00 PM . A Social time with refreshments
will follow the Holy Hour and also provide a time for individuals to talk
with either Bishop Mark or Sr. Linda if they desire. For more
information, contact Sr. Linda LaMagna CCW at 814-674-3712. If you
know a young person who might be open to this event please feel free
to gently hand them an invitation. Invitation cards are available on the
bulletin board at the church entrance.
DIOCESE CLASSES ANNOUNCED
The Office of Adult Enrichment and Lay Ecclesial Ministry has
announced the 2016-2017 class schedules which are available online
at www.ajdiocese.org/lay-ecclesialministry. Classes can be taken for
personal spiritual formation and enrichment or for Lay Ecclesial Basic
Certification. Also available online is information on classes for
continuing education credit and Third Year Track options, as well as
registration forms and class descriptions. You can also contact
Marybeth at (814) 361-2000 or mheinze@dioceseaj.org for further
information. All are welcome!
SAVE THE DATE:
A gathering for all 2016-17 Catechists and helpers will be
held on Wednesday, August 24 at 7 p.m. in the Activity
Building and again on Sunday, August 28 at 1:45 p.m. It
is important that everyone attend one of these sessions.
New procedures will be discussed and Msgr. Carson will
conduct a prayer service for the intentions of our
Catechists and the children that are entrusted to their
care. A training session will be held afterwards on both
dates for those who would like to attend.
STUDENT REGISTRATION
Religious Education & Faith Formation
Registration for all St. Michael students
in grades pre-school - 8th grade, and
who are not attending Holy Trinity
Catholic School, will take place after all Masses in the
Activity Building the weekend of August 27 - 28. Classes
will begin on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m.
All Confirmation Candidates (in grades 9 - 11 in public
and Catholic School) are asked to register as well on Aug.
27 - 28.
The fee for everyone this year will $20 per student.
Pre-School will continue to be free. Registration Forms
will be available on Aug. 27 & 28, online at our parish
website, and in the church entrance.
TAG SALE
The Dorothy Day Outreach Center is hosting a Tag Sale at St. Francis
University in the D.D.O.C. parking lot. Saturday, July 30, 2016 from
9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Held rain or shine! All money from this event will
go towards the center’s financial assistance program which helps
those who need it most in our community.
MASS FOR MARRIED COUPLES
Bishop Mark Bartchak and the Family Life Office cordially invite all
couples did or are celebrating 1, 5, 10, 25, 40, 50, 55, and 60+ Wedding Anniversary in 2016 (and their families) to attend the Annual
Wedding Anniversary Liturgy. Couples may attend Sunday, Sept.
11th in Altoona at Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament or Sunday,
Sept. 18th in Johnstown at St. John Gualbert Cathedral. Both locations
are handicap accessible. Liturgies in each location begin at 2:00 p.m.
Bishop Mark will be the celebrant and homilist at each celebration.
Punch and cookies will be available after the mass for anniversary
couples and their families. Reservations must be made through
your parish office for either celebration by Monday, August 22nd.
QUICK LOOK AT UPCOMING EVENTS
Every Monday Prayer Group (in the Church)
SCRIP sold after Masses (in the Church hall)
2:00 p.m.
July 24, July 30, and every weekend in August)
Aug.
Aug.
Aug.
Aug.
Aug.
2 Ladies Guild Meeting - @ The Outback Steakhouse
1:00 p.m.
22 Last day to register for Bishop’s Mass for married couples
24 Catechists and helpers meeting - @ the Activity Building 7:00 p.m.
28 Catechists and helpers meeting - @ the Activity Building 1:45 p.m.
27 & 28 Religious Ed & Faith Formation Registration - @ Activ. Bldg
after ALL Masses.
Re/Max Results Realty Group
1001 Logan Blvd - Altoona, PA 16602
Mariska Eash
Mobile (814) 414-8823
Office (814) 946-9355
Contact Parishioners:
Mariska Eash: MariskaRealtor@Hotmail.com
Kathy Chabala, Owner: kchabala@aol.com
Serving all of your
Real Estate needs
for 23 years!
SORGE FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Building it better.
Lloyd C. Sorge, Supervisor
Ashley K & Aden R. Sorge Funeral Directors
422 North Juniata Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
814-695-3960
BLAIR COUNTY GOLF
DRIVING RANGE
Custom Club Fitting • All Major Manufacturers
Expedient Club Repair • PGA Master Instruction
Scotch Valley Road, Hollidaysburg
new home construction
remodeling • additions
600 E. Chestnut Ave., Altoona
• 944-6139
814-695-3573
510 Blair Street, Hollidaysburg
• 693-0270
Greenlawn Cemetery
of St. Michael’s
fully insured/ free estimate
LOTS AVAILABLE
Go Ahead! ASK!
Call Tom Baker at 695-2546
(814) 695-3675
WARNERS
Florist - Gifts - Greenhouse
179 S. Montgomery Street
Hollidaysburg, PA
Replacement Windows & Doors
Siding • Soffit • Fascia
New Homes • Additions • Garages
“Since 1950”
Phone: 695-5240 or 695-6451
THE ZANKER FUND
Robert J. Singer, D.O. Parishioner
3000 Fairway Dr. Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-1166
www.BLAIRORTHO.com
K. of C. Hall
Rent for your socials.
Call Jim Zimmerman
695-0707
OLLINGER
BRICK AND STONE SUPPLIES
827 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA
Joe Ollinger, Jr., Sales Rep.
Phone: 943-0321 or 943-4920
421 Montgomery Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
David J. Mason, Supervisor
Supporting Catholic Education
Since 1898
(814) 695-1551
Oral Surgery Associates
of Central PA
Certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Serving Central Pennsylvania for over 40 years
Randal Patterson, DMD
Christopher Lance, DMD
Parishioners
Gregory W. Pyle, DMD
Jennifer D. Keyser, DDS
901 Logan Blvd. Hollidaysburg, PA
St. Michael’s Catholic Church
The Finest in Fresh and Frozen Seafood!
SHELCO
Seafood Co.
Open to the Public!
Monday - Friday 8 - 5; Saturday 9 - 2
Owners:
John & Colleen Barazotto
821 Scotch Valley Rd, Hollidaysburg
Next door to the Hollidaysburg Ambulance Co.
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