Bulletin - St. Thomas More Church

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, December 29
1 Jn 2:3-11; Lk 2:3-11
7:00 a.m. Daniel Reichenbach
8:45 a.m. Maria and Olga Costa
TUESDAY, December 30
1 Jn 2:12-17; Lk 2:36-40
7:00 a.m. Whitey March
8:45 a.m. Barbara Raab
5:30 p.m. Louis Celli
WEDNESDAY, December 31
1 Jn 2:18-21; Jn 1:1-18
7:00 a.m. Norman Reiss
8:45 a.m. Bob and Dolores Seng
5:30 p.m. Lyn Hertzog
7:30 p.m. Marino Family
Solemnity of Mary
THURSDAY, January 1
Nm 6:22-27; Gal 4:4-7; Lk 2:16-21
9:00 a.m. Intentions
10:30 a.m. Of Our
12:15 p.m. Parish Family
FRIDAY, January 2
Jn 2:22-28; Jn 1:19-28
7:00 a.m. Alice Martin
8:45 a.m. Richard Spugnardi
SATURDAY, January 3
1 Jn 2:29-3:6; Jn 1:29-34
8:00 a.m. Edward McLaughlin
5:30 p.m. Margaret Voegel Steelman
7:30 p.m. Joseph McHale
SUNDAY, January 4
Is 60:1-6; Eph 3:2-3a,5-6; Mt 23:1-12
7:30 a.m. Raymond Partridge
9:00 a.m. Leona and Bill Kessler
10:30 a.m. John Wilchek, Sr.
12:15 p.m. Mary Young
HAVE A BLESSED, HAPPY AND
HEALTHY NEW YEAR
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"The Mystery of
Christ has now been
revealed."- Eph 3:3,5
ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE
DECEMBER 31-JANUARY 1
5:30 p.m. David and Nick Carolan, Elizabeth Fahrney,
Veronica Ugarelli
7:30 p.m. Luke and Tim Creighton, Brad Kreider, Ryan
Peiffer
9:00 a.m. Courtney and Rachel Cusick, Liam Damitz,
Alexandra Soleta
10:30 a.m. Jack Michaelis, Isabelle Stringer, AJ Abate,
Derek Basta
12:15 p.m. James Haag, Braden Damitz, Dan Chlebove
JANUARY 3-4
5:30 p.m. Nicole Freeman, Noah Reimert, Tryce Weber,
Michael Mistier
7:30 p.m. Harrison Mello, Michael Murphy, Fyodor D'Souza,
Jason Augustus
9:00 a.m. Emily and Paul Spann, Georgia Johnson, Triston
Margolis
10:30 a.m. Joseph Lettera, Rob Haag, Sophie Ravenelle,
Isabelle Stringer
12:15 p.m. Katie and Matthew Martinez, Jeffrey Rander,
Anthony Julian
EUCHARISTIC MINISTER SCHEDULE
DECEMBER 31-JANUARY 1
5:30 p.m. Michael Fink, Steve Kolbe, Jim Goodreau
7:30 p.m. Herb Klotz, Ann Geis, Gene Buckley
9:00 a.m. Tim Schamberger, Joe Cusick, Xavier Faura
10:30 a.m. Laura Michaelis, Mike Lanyi, Nick Fiorillo
12:15 p.m. Gene Buckley, Greg Stahley, Bob Donatelli
JANUARY 3-4
5:30 p.m. Chuck Lowitzer, Andrea Freeman,
9:00 a.m. Todd Johnson, Kelly Waters, Steve Kolbe,
Solomon Tembo
10:30 a.m. Jared Rabold, Mike Spirk, Eric Schnabel, Gene
Buckley
12:15 p.m. Alane Lynch, Nick Sacco
LECTOR SCHEDULE
DECEMBER 31-JANUARY 1
5:30 p.m. Jared Rabold, Joe Conlon
7:30 p.m. Lynn and Diane Rankin
9:00 a.m. Rick Orloski, Roseann Pastir
10:30 a.m. Ed Olearczyk, Kathleen Malek
12:15 p.m. Midge Barilla, Bill Ehritz
JANUARY 3-4
5:30 p.m. Linda Lapos, Christine DeLoggio
7:30 p.m. Veronica D'Souza, Bill Walsh
7:30 a.m. Theresa Pez, Chris Vaughan
9:00 a.m. Joe and Dottie Crago
10:30 a.m. Marilyn Cassidy, Mark Karoly
12:15 p.m. Bruce and Tasia Gilbert
This schedule is posted as a courtesy. Please remember that
the deadline for bulletin items is several days before it is
actually being read. Some changes to the schedule may not
have been available when the bulletin went to print.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES
Grades K-6: Sundays, 8:30-10:10 a.m. - Dec. 28, (no
class), Jan. 4, (no class,) Jan. 11, 18, (no class,) 25.
Grades 7-8: Sundays, 8:30-10:10 a.m. - Jan. 11, 25 (Gr.
7 only), 26 (Confirmation Retreat Gr. 8.)
Grades 7-8: Mondays: 7:30-9:00 p.m. 12, 26.
DECEMBER 28, 2014
PRIME TIME NEWS
We invite anyone over the age of 55 to join Prime
Time. We meet the second Thursday of the month at
1:30 PM in the Family Center. Dues are $5 per year.
Trips for 2015:
Wed., Mar. 18 - Hollywood Casino, Trip Info TBA,
Cost $22, leaves STM 10:00 a.m.
Tues. Mar. 31 - Atlantic City, Visit 3 casinos, buffet,
slot play. Cost $102 D. Bus leaves STM at 9:00 a.m.
Wed., Apr. 1- Atlantic City. Overnight Resorts. $130 S.
Wed., Apr. 15 - Mt. Airy. Cost $20, $20 slot play, $10
food. Bus leaves STM 10:30 a.m.
Wed., May 6 - LeCreccis, "Legends in Music"
entertainment. One hour open bar, served meal, beer/
wine. Cost $78. Bus leaves STM 8:45 a.m.
Please note: Take photo ID on all casino trips and
must be 21 years of age. On all our bus trips your
check is your reservation and will be handled in that
order. If you need to cancel, you are responsible for
filling your reservation. We will try to assist you if we
have a waiting list. Call Marie Ormanoski, 610-9659960.
STM BIBLICAL STUDIES
Jan. 8: Faith Sharing Group following 8:45 a.m. Mass
in the Church Library.
Jan. 9: Men's Bible Study, 6:45 a.m. in Disciple's
Room.
Jan. 11: Sunday Morning Bible Study, 8:30 a.m. in
School Conference Room.
For more info, please see the parish website.
Faith Communities Small Group:
The next 10 week session is scheduled for the Spring.
Safe Environment Program, Requirements for
Volunteers - At St. Thomas More, all adult volunteers
(18 and older) who come into contact with children are
mandated to complete several requirements. A list of
requirements, along with the necessary forms, can be
found on the Church's website under the "Parish" tab.
Upcoming PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN
WORKSHOPS in the Disciple's Room:
Jan. 28: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; or
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
If you are planning on attending a workshop, you must
register in advance. Childcare will not be available. To
register or for more information, please contact Jared
Rabold at 610-433-7413x49 or by email at
jared@stmchurchallentown.org.
"Don't look back, you're not going that way."
PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OUR STM
PARISHIONERS AND FAMILY
MEMBERS CURRENTLY SERVING
IN THE ARMED FORCES
"We live in the land of the free
because of the brave."
CALLING ALL YOUNG ADULTS!
City Lights: Comedy Night will take place at St.
Joseph the Worker Parish Center, 1879
Applewood Dr., Orefield, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. on
Saturday, January 10. Join us for an evening of
food and fun, an opportunity to meet Bishop Barres,
and music and laughter provided by comedy duo
Dave & Brian. The event is $10/person which
includes appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages
(cash bar available, please bring valid ID.) The attire
is classy casual (no jeans, t-shirts or sneakers.) Preregistration is required by visiting
allentowndiocese.org/citylights. Any questions,
contact the Office of Youth and Young Adult
Ministry at Oyyam@allentowndiocese.org
SAVE THE DATE
The Mother-Son Snowtubing Event will take
place on Thurs., Jan. 22, from 6-9 at Bear Creek
Mountain. Admission is $15 pp. Boys must be at
least 6 years old and a minimum of 41" tall. Call
Cathy Spisszak, 610-390-6505. See flyer in next
week's bulletin.
LIFE AD DONATION
Sign-ups for the Life Ad will be held at the Church
exits after all Masses next weekend. This pro-life ad
will be published in the Allentown Morning Call
newspaper on Thursday, January 22, 2015, the
42nd Anniversary of the legalization of abortion in
this country. A donation of $5 is being collected for
individuals and $10 for families and organizations.
Each sponsor will have their name listed in the Ad
under our parish. Proceeds in excess of the Ad cost
will be donated to Mary's Shelter, Cay Galgon
Center in Bethlehem. Those unable to sign-up after
Mass can use the sponsorship coupon in today's
bulletin.
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A sincere thank you to all the many volunteers,
Mrs. Natalie Pionegro and the Church choirs;
those who cleaned and decorated the Church; the
Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Altar Servers,
Ushers; those who donated to the Giving Tree;
Food Bank, and in any way helped to make our
Christmas at St. Thomas More so meaningful.
STM TRIPS
Open to all Parishioners and their guests.
Feb. 7, NYC Ballet "Hear the Dance America," all
American composers, 2nd ring, bus and ticket $99,
brunch and tour extra. Bus leaves Trident at 9 a.m. OR
"The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night
Time." Best play on Broadway, $139.
Mar. 5 - Phila. Flower Show "Lights Action Bloom,"
Hollywood theme, $52.
March 28 - Broadway shows, choose one: "The King
and I" with Kelli O'Hara, $144; "An American in
Paris, (old Gene Kelly Movie), $139 or "On The
Twentieth Century," Kristen Chenoweth, a classic
"train" show, $147.
For all trips above, contact Lori at 610-674-4374 or
484-951-0440, email johara2179@aol.com, Checks
should be made out to St. Thomas More Church and
mailed to Lori O'Hara, 323 Tamarack Dr.,
Allentown, PA 18104. More info on St. Thomas More
website under stmchurchallentown.org.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Next classes will begin in January. Watch bulletin for
dates and times.
R. C.I. A.
R.C.I.A will hold its annual Epiphany Party on Tues.,
Jan. 6, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Family Center. All are
welcome, especially past participants of R.C.I.A. Come
follow in the footsteps of the Magi and celebrate Christ
among us. Contact Kevin Damitz for more information,
610-437-3491.
MARCH FOR LIFE 1-22-2015
Please consider joining members of St. Thomas More on
Thursday, January 22, 2015, to take part in the 42nd
Annual MARCH FOR LIFE. The March begins on the
National Mall and concludes at the United States
Supreme Court Building, approximately a 1/2 hour
walk. The cost for transportation to Washington, DC, is
$20 per person and students $10. Please send your
payment to Deacon Jim Toolan, St. Thomas More
Church, 1040 Flexer Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103.
Questions, please call him at 610-433-7413 or send an
email to jim@stmchurchallentown.org. We will have
Mass at 7:00 a.m. and depart from STM Church
parking lot at 7:30 a.m. We anticipate returning by
9:30 p.m. Please bring lunch/snacks/refreshments. Dress
warmly. The bus will stop for dinner on the return trip. I
urge you to attend and experience a proactive, holy and
spirit-filled day.
ST. THOMAS MORE BANQUET FACILITY
Let us help you customize your special event
Wedding Receptions, Cocktail Parties,
Corporate Events
FOR INFO CALL
Gwyn Baker 610-217-0840
or email www.stmweddings.com
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SCHOOL NEWS
Kindergarten and transfer students for STM School
will take place on Sun., January 25, from 9:00 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m. in the Family Center. Registration
packets' will be available the day of registration as
well as in both school offices two weeks prior to
registration. In order for the registration to be
accepted, a copy of your child's birth certificate,
baptismal certificate (if not baptized at STM) and
immunization record must accompany the
registration. If you have any questions on
kindergarten and first grade registration, please call
610-432-4525x2. Questions regarding second through
eighth grade registration, please call 610-432-0396x0.
CENTRAL CATHOLIC VIKETTE
MIDDLE SCHOOL SOFTBALL
Girls in 7th and 8th grade who attend one of the
parish schools are invited to participate in the 2015
Vikette Middle School Softball Program. By PIAA
rule, only girls attending one of the parish grade
schools are eligible. Meet and play with your future
high school teammates in a highly competitive
league. You will compete against the middle school
teams of all the top programs (Parkland, Emmaus,
Nazareth, Liberty, Freedom, Easton, etc.) If interested
or if you have any questions, please contact Coach
Lou Stalsitz at loustalsitz@aol.com or call Home at
610-432-9930 or Cell 484-661-9424.
FIRST FRIDAY - JANUARY 2, 2015
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION - The Blessed
Sacrament will be exposed for adoration and prayer on
Friday, January 2, in the Chapel, beginning at 9:15
a.m., concluding with Benediction at 4:55 p.m.
VOCATION HOLY HOUR - Please join our parish
family in the Chapel from 4-5 p.m. as we pray for an
increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious
life. This hour of prayer includes a scripture reading,
homily, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Litany of Humility
and of the Sacred Heart, vocation prayer, rosary for
priests and Benediction.
ARMATA BIANCA - CHILDREN'S ROSARY - will
take place in the Church at 3:15 p.m. to recite the
rosary and other favorite prayers. All ages welcome.
Ques., call Lori Samer, 610-395-0097.