December 16, 2018 – The 3rd Sunday of Advent

St. Isaac Jogues Parish 50 W. Walker Road Wayne, PA 19087

610-687-3366 Rev. Stephen A. Moerman

Deacon Dan Mazurek

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THEME

The joy of liberation from sin is the goal which leads us to deeper joy. We welcome the mercy which sets us free to be merciful ourselves. + MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK + Saturday, December 15

8:00am †Benito & Paz Maneclang

12:05pm †Peggy Mitchell

Sunday, December 16-The Third Sunday of Advent

8:00am Intentions of Dan Carandang

10:30am People of St. Isaac Jogues

12:00pm †Joseph O’Donnell 5:00pm Intentions of Lois Hazzard

Monday, December 17 8:00am Intentions of Dan Carandang 12:05pm †Rudy Tirador

Tuesday, December 18 8:00am †Marie Helmig 12:05pm†Virginia McCarthy Wednesday, December 19 8:00am †Deacon George McAndrews 12:05pm †Marguerite C. Teti

Thursday, December 20 8:00am †Jimmy Dienno 12:05pm †Russ & Marie Goedjeu Friday, December 21-St. Peter Canisius, Priest 8:00am Intentions of Nathan Walvoord 12:05pm †Eduardo Abalo Saturday, December 22 8:00am Intentions of Dottie Mullane 5:00pm †Harold & Betty Kalbas

Sunday, December 23-The Fourth Sunday of Advent 8:00am Wedding Anniversary Intentions of Barbara & Manolo Gonzalez 10:30am †Lina Andreas & Margaret 12:00pm People of St. Isaac Jogues 5:00pm Intentions of Rose Benner

The Readings for the Weekend of December 22 & 23 First Reading – Micah 5:1-4a (12C) Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 80:2-3, 14-16, 18-19 Second Reading – Hebrews 10:5-10 Gospel – Luke 1:39-45

Christmas Schedule 2018 Confessions

Monday, December 17th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday, December 18th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Christmas Eve Masses

Monday, December 24th 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Christmas Day Masses Tuesday, December 25th

8:00 AM – 10:30 AM – 12:00 Noon (No 5:00 P.M. Mass)

Tuesday, December 26th

12:05 PM Only

Liturgical Schedule December 15 & 16 Extraordinary

Ministers

Lector Cantor & Organist

Saturday 5:00pm

M. Grady M. Price M. Selman

B. Seeger S. Giblin J. McEnerny

Sunday 8:00am

T. Betts C. Robinson

J. Betts No Music

Sunday 10:30am

J. Heim N. Heim P. Shields

CCD Children C. Paschal

Sunday 12:00pm

M. Keyser R. Barba

T. Cucchi L. Wildoner C. Paschal

Sunday 5:00pm

J. Aquilante J. Wilson

C. Wilson Youth Group

Pray for the Sick Roberta Adams, Bobbie Bauer, Bernie & Catherine Brill, Roger Burgess, Helen Debus, John Deenis, Sal DiMaiuta, Michael Fullam, Bud Gosnell, Farzanh Hafezi, Pary Hafezi, Patricia Kaine, Clare Krause, Janet Lennon, Francesca Monastero, Jeanette and Patrick Muldoon, Annette McCauley, Mary McNabb, Charles McKeough, Jacob Nichols, Steve Pannella, Linda Patton, Elaine & Jim Pizzo, Mary Redmond, David Rothhaar, Dave Scidurlo, Jane Taddeo, Maureen Travagline, Alicia Uribe, Michael Wusinich and Brian Wood and all our homebound, parishioners in nursing homes and hospitals. Remember the members of our Military: TSgt. Megan Burton, US Air Force Sgt. Ryan Burke, US Marine Corp Sgt. Bruno Sicilia, US Army, Iraq Capt. Adam Bouvier, US Army, Iraq/Kuwait Maj. Katherine L. DePaul JA, US Army Corp. Brendan Burke, US Marine Corp Lt. Colonel Patrick Mulloney, US Army, Afghanistan SSgt. Tim Selman, US Air Force 1st Lt. Joseph C. Toole, US Marine Corp

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THIS WEEK AT ST. ISAAC’S Parish Coffee – Join us Sunday, December 16th, in the Parish Hall after the 5:00 pm Mass for a coffee social hosted by the Youth Group. Live Nativity The Youth Group will be performing a "Live Nativity" on Sunday, December 16th, at 7:00 pm. A lite reception will be held afterwards.

The Rectory Office will be closed on Sunday, December 23rd, Monday, December 24th, Tuesday, December 25th, and Wednesday, December 26th, in observance of the Christmas Holiday.

Holy Hour for Life – Every Monday the Legion of Mary will lead a Holy Hour for Life from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Chapel. We will pray three mysteries of the Rosary for an overturn of abortion and for protection of life from conception to natural death.

Advent Giving Tree – Thank you to all who so generously donated to our Advent Giving Tree.

The Knights of Columbus would like to thank all who supported their crab cake sale.

Bunco - Join us Thursday, November 16th, in St. Isaac Jogues Parish Hall for a fun filled night of games: Bunco and the dollar game! $5 to play. Doors open at 7:00 pm with the games beginning at 7:30 pm. BYOB. Cash prizes! Snacks and

drinks are available. Family Posada & Potluck Dinner - Friday, December 21st, 6-9 pm in the Parish Hall. The POSADA tradition comes from Mexico, but we have translated everything to English. As part of the evening we will re-enact the journey of Mary & Joseph looking for a place to stay in Bethlehem. It’s a beautiful experience for everyone. Come and enjoy the Christmas carols, the good food and the piñata --whether or not you have children! There is no charge for this event, but you must register so we can plan accordingly. Call Tony & Cathy Witczak 610-688-2389 OR email tony-cathy@comcast.net .

Respect Life Ministry-Save the Date: The 2019 March for Life will be on Friday, January 18th. St. Monica’s has invited us to share their bus to

Washington DC again this year. We hope you can join us for this important witness for life.

An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth – that way the whole world would be blind and toothless. “FORGIVENESS”

St. Isaac Jogues Council Members Finance Council Pastoral Council John Corr Joe Aquilante Craig Iffert Tony Cucchi Dan Mazurek Mary Ann deSante Cathy Peacock Dan Fulton Meg Price Amy Grant Carol Robinson Gina Mazzulla Mary Scanlon (Business Mgr.) Maureen Scott Fr. Moerman(Pastor) Terry Scott Lauriel Wisely Fr. Moerman(Pastor)

Job Posting: Merion Mercy Academy, an independent, all girls Catholic High School sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, has an opening for a Varsity Track & Field Coach. Interested and qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume by January 8th, to Athletic Director, Barbara Clarke, at bclarke@merion-mercy.com. Be not afraid to say “yes” to Jesus. Answer his call. Consider the priesthood. www.HeedTheCall.org

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STEWARDSHIP CORNER

SUNDAY FIRST COLLECTIONS FOR PARISH USE

CALENDAR YEAR THROUGH SUNDAY, DEC. 9, 2018 This Year: $ 594,989 Last Year: $ 604,117 Change: $ - 9,128 % Change - 2% Religious Retirement $ 3010.00 Please remember to use your envelopes. If you do not use them please call the Rectory Office so that we can discontinue them thus saving printing and postage.

Parish Giving - is a safe, convenient and effective way for you to support our parish. Our goal is to significantly increase the use of this important stewardship tool here at St. Isaac’s. Visit the website www.stisaac.org.

Parish Hall Rental – We have a large hall available for parties, showers, weddings, family reunions, funeral luncheons, and of course plenty of parking room. Please call Carol Friel at 610-687-3366 ext. 24 for more information on hall rental. Ushers – Ushers needed for the Saturday night 5:00pm Mass. Please contact Carol at the Rectory Office. Advertising - Our parish benefits greatly from the ads you see in the bulletin. The revenue pays for its printing, which is an important means of communication for the parish. We thank the many local businesses that have renewed their ads, as well as the many new advertisers in our bulletin. Please let them know that this is where you saw their ad. There are spaces, so if you would like to promote your business to the families of our parish, please call Bob Arnold at 610-203-6474. Catholic Philly.com – is the top source of local Catholic news and Catholic teaching, updated every day. Stay informed of Catholic events in the Philadelphia Archdiocese. Read Archbishop Chaput’s weekly column and learn more about your faith.

Enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus - The Enthronement of the Sacred Heart is a way to honor Our Lord by making a special place for Him in our homes. Two members of the Legion of Mary would be happy to bring you a blessed picture and help you with this brief ceremony. To schedule the Enthronement or for more information please call Ann McCarthy at 484-924-8308 or Mary Zeglin at 610-296-5012.

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WHAT DRAWS PEOPLE INTO THE CATHOLIC FAITH? – While there are many different circumstances that lead a person in the direction of Catholicism, the simple answer is, “Because God has called them.” Most often, God calls to us through the

people closest to us, through our families and friends. Most who have entered the Church have been influenced by a Catholic spouse, fiancé, or close friend. For many of these people, a desire to raise their children in the knowledge of God spurred them to action. What is this if not the action of the Holy Spirit? If you, or someone you know, is interested in learning more about Catholic Faith and Worship contact Louis Valenti at 610-687-2481 or email SIJDRE@gmail.com.

YOUTH MINISTRY St. Isaac Jogues Youth Ministry offers the unique opportunity for youth, grades six through twelve, to fully immerse themselves in the Catholic Faith. Activities within the community, socials, spiritual and service events, worship services and athletics provide the means for the youth to establish and strengthen relationships with others. At the heart of this group is the mission of realizing God’s significance in the world and to live as Christ in word and deed.

www.stisaac.org and click on “Youth Ministry. Join Us!!

Bibles that are falling apart are usually read by people who aren’t. Items for the Bulletin should be submitted in writing by Friday Noon of the week before, to the Editor, Carol Friel the Parish Secretary, email carol@stisaac.org, for approval by the Pastor.

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