GOOD SAMARITAN AND SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST May 27, 2018

Readings for Week of May 28, 2018 Monday 1 Pt 1:3-9/Mk 10:17-27 Tuesday 1 Pt 1:10-16/Mk 10:28-31 Wednesday 1 Pt 1:18-25/Mk 10:32-45 Thursday Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16/Lk 1:39-56 Friday 1 Pt 4:7-13/Mk 11:11-26 Saturday Jude 17, 20b-25/Mk 11:27-33 Sunday Ex 24:3-8/Heb 9:11-15/Mk 14:12-16, 22-26

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Eighth Week in Ordinary Time Monday, May 28 Weekday in Ordinary Time 8:00am (GS) The Perunko Family by Perunko Family Tuesday, May 29 Weekday in Ordinary Time 8:00am (GS) Jim Konkus by Carol Konkus & Children St. Anthony Novena Mass: Celebrant, Fr. Sam Esposito 7:00pm (GS) Mutschler-Giammaria Families by Jeri Living & Deceased Members of the Schauble Family Wednesday, May 30 Weekday 8:00am (SJ) Michael Doyle by Joe & Bonnie Makarewicz 6:30pm (GS) Mutschler Family by Marlene Thursday, May 31 Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary-Feast 8:00am (GS) Rita Colorito by Sons, Lou & Bruce Friday, June 1 Saint Justin 8:00am (SJ) In Thanksgiving on the 20th Wedding Anniversary of Scott and Becky Leib 8:00pm (GS) Mass, Marian Prayer Group Saturday, June 2 Saints Marcellinus and Peter, BVM 9:00 am (SJ) For the Living & Deceased Beaver Valley Blue Army 4:00pm (SJ) Vigil, Catherine Klodowski 5:30pm (GS) Vigil, For the Intentions & In Honor of Mickey & Bob Kuhel by Barb Couch Sunday, June 3 CORPUS CHRISTI

THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST

8:00am (GS) Victor, Yolanda & Joe Spinelli by Vic, Karla & Family

9:30am (SJ) For the Living and Deceased of Our Parishes 11:00am (GS) Raobert Rusnak Sr., by Family

THIS WEEK WE REMEMBER Bread and Wine

(SJ) Robert & Loretta Sherry by Daughter, Jeanne (GS) Perunko Family by Perunko Family

Blessed Mother Shrine Candle (GS) In Memory of Perunko Family by Perunko Family

Sanctuary Candle (GS) Richard Lesak by Genevieve Kinder

Altar Flowers (GS) Henry (Sugar), Dorothy, Stanley, Victoria, Bernie, and Matthew Skonieczny & Donna Cermak by Nancy Savie

Blessed Mother Shrine Flowers (GS) Sam & Mary Contenta, Alissa Ivanchan, Sara & Nick

Galzerano, Sam & Alice Egidi & Manuel Alvarez by Anna Contenta CORRECTION: (GS) Saint Anthony Flowers, Given on May 22

In Memory of Gene Jr. & Gene Harrison Sr. by Mom (GS) Saint Anthony Novena Flowers Given on May 29th

Volpe & DiPietro Family by Rose Marie Volpe

his weekend we celebrate the feast of the Holy Trinity. Any child who has just received First Holy Communion can tell you that the Holy Trinity is one God in three persons: God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Explaining what that means is more difficult. The best we can do is try and describe the Holy Trinity by using analogies. Saint Patrick used the example of a 3-leaf clover. The clover is one sprig with three leaves. Each leaf is distinct, but all are one in the same plant.

Any explanation of the Holy Trinity is bound to be inadequate. It is part of what we refer to as The Mystery of Faith, and even gifted theologians struggle with explaining it.

This best way I try to wrap my head around the concept of the Holy Trinity is in terms of a family. Many of our parishioners at Saint John’s and Good Samaritan have met my dad. He was quite a character, and even when his memory began to fail him, he still somehow kept that sense of humor that endeared him to so many. My mom was very different, and though I have described her many times in homilies, none of our parishioners ever met my mom. One of her many gifts was the ability to be a good listener. Hopefully I picked up a little of each of them. Regardless of whether they are here or have passed on, they will always be a part of me and my sister. We are one family, united by love. That bond of love cannot be destroyed even by death.

Jesus came to earth not just to die for our sins. He came, in part, to introduce us to His divine family. Instead of thinking of His Father as the Almighty God of the Old Testament who lives on high, Jesus encouraged His followers to refer to God as Abba, an ancient term of endearment -- kind of like Pap-pap. In leaving His earthly home, Jesus also sent the Holy Spirit, not just to dwell with us, but to actually dwell in us. In leaving behind His Sacred Body & Blood, Jesus wanted us to become one with Him, and by extension, a part of His Family.

Families help shape us into who we are. We use the term “Church Family” every now and then, and in a very real sense, that is what God calls us to be. I can look back at each of my parishes and see how they have shaped me as a priest, and wherever I go, they will always be an inseparable part of me. It is a bond that goes beyond buildings and pews; it’s a bond of love. It’s what family is all about.

Father Joe

FATHER’S DAY MEMORIAL CANDLES Good Samaritan and Saint John the Baptist Parishes

Sunday, June 17, 2018 We celebrate Father’s Day as a way of paying tribute to our fathers, both living and deceased. We will offer candles that will burn in front of the St. Joseph statue in Good Samaritan and at the altar at Saint John the Baptist. The names you wish to memorialize or honor will be attached to the candle. Should you wish to burn a candle in tribute to your father, Godfather, grandfather, guardian, or as a memorial, please fill in the form below and drop it in the collection basket.

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FATHER’S DAY MEMORIAL CANDLES

PLEASE PRINT - ONE NAME PER CANDLE - DONATION IS $4.00. Please drop the names in the collection basket in an envelope marked with the name of the parish where you want the candle to be lit. GS = Good Samaritan, SJB = Saint John the Baptist

Deadline is Monday, June 11th.

Name_______________________________ □ living □ deceased □ GS □ SJB

Name_______________________________ □ living □ deceased □ GS □ SJB

Name_______________________________ □ living □ deceased □ GS □ SJB

Name_______________________________ □ living □ deceased □ GS □ SJB

Name_______________________________ □ living □ deceased □ GS □ SJB

YOUR NAME ________________________________________ PHONE:____________________

OLSH HIGH SCHOOL 5K, 1 Mile Walk & Kids Fun Run Join us at OLSH on Saturday, June 9, for the Rally for McNally 5K, 1 Mile Walk, and Kids Fun Run! The 5K and 1 Mile walk will begin at 9:00 am. Cost is $25, which includes a dri-fit t-shirt, racing bib, and refreshments. Medals will be awarded to top 3 male & female runners in each age group. Children ages 3-8 can participate in a Fun Run, beginning at 10:00 am. Cost is $10. Register online www.olsh.org/rally/. Proceeds benefit Michael McNally Scholarship fund. Notre Dame “Exploring the Chemical World” Camp for Grades 5-8 The two-week camp is for students entering grades 6-8 in the fall, and will take place June 19 through June 29 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Register at www.olsh.org/summercamp/

Ignatian Five-Day Retreat St. Joseph Spirituality Center Join the Sisters of St. Joseph June 15-19 for an Ignatian Five-Day Directed Retreat. Based on the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola, this retreat offers Scripture-based prayer in a contemplative mode. The atmosphere is one of silence and quiet prayer. Daily liturgy and individual direction are included. Fee of $350 includes lodging, meals, and individual direction. Registration deadline is June 1.

Call St. Joseph Spirituality Center at 724-869-6587.

The Beaver County Humane Society Pet Blessing/Kitten

Shower on Saturday, June 9th from 12:00-2:00pm

We invite you to bring your pet for a Special Pet Blessing

from Father Joe Carr, Good Samaritan Parish, Ambridge. Please bring a Cat items for the newborns to the Kitten Shower until a new Fur-Ever home is found for them.

Punch & Cookie will be served. Free admission. Donations accepted. Join us at Beaver County Humane Society.

"Journey With Grief" Group. A six-week program in which the bereaved journey toward healing. A process of understanding and working through the tasks in a supportive and caring atmosphere. Led by Sister Margie in the Fatima House Chapel on Wednesdays at 1 PM beginning June 6. To register or for further

information please call: Sister Margie at 724-375-7626.

Friday, June 1, 2018 from Noon to 6:00 PM Beaver County Emergency Services

351 14th Street, Ambridge Call Economy EMS at 724-266-9111

To schedule an appointment

On Sunday, June 18 at the 11:00 AM Liturgy, we at

Good Samaritan Parish will honor the Blessed Sacra-

ment with an outdoor procession. The entire Parish

Community of Good Samaritan is invited to join in this

beautiful traditional tribute to the Body and Blood of

Christ. There will be four Altars of Repose and various

organizations and parishioners have been invited to

sponsor these. All the information is as follows:

STATION #1: Convent Porch In Honor of Saint Francis Paola In Loving Memory of +Frank Aloe

STATION # 2: Main entrance to School In Honor of Saint Hedwig Good Samaritan Choir

STATION # 3: Glenwood entrance to school STATION # 4: Parish Center Lawn

In Honor The Blessed Mother of God Christian Mothers & Ladies Guild

All organizations of

the Parish, (Christian

Mothers & Ladies

Guild, Ladies of

Charity, Choir, etc.)

are asked to be

present and march

behind their banner

and sit as a body at

the Liturgy. Pews will

be reserved in the

This Liturgy will be a bit longer, so if you plan on attending, we ask

that you please consider staying for the complete celebration. What

better way to give thanks to God for His many blessings to us as in-

dividuals and as a Parish Family. The New Castle Red Coat Band

will be with us to lead us in procession. Light refreshments will be

served afterward. Come and give thanks to God !!

“One Parish — Many Traditions”

PLEASE NOTE:

The Solemnity of the Body and The Solemnity of the Body and The Solemnity of the Body and The Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ Blood of Christ Blood of Christ Blood of Christ ———— Corpus Christi Sunday Corpus Christi Sunday Corpus Christi Sunday Corpus Christi Sunday

• We are in need of indi-viduals who would like to carry flags in the proces-sion. These would include American, Polish, Croa-tian, Slovak, Italian, Vati-can, Hungarian, Canadian, Irish and others that rep-resent the various nation-alities represented in our Parish of Good Samaritan.

• The First Communion class is asked to be pre-sent. Please meet in vesti-bule of Good Samaritan Church on that day. Please wear your First Holy Communion attire. Seats will be reserved for you.

• We are asking all parish-ioners (children as well as adult) with ethnic cos-tumes to please wear them on that day to join in the procession.

• By your attendance at this beautiful procession in honor of the Blessed Sac-rament through the streets of Ambridge, our Parish and Community will receive many bless-ings.

• Please come and give pub-lic witness to the Blessed Sacrament as we bless the Ambridge community. Let us together bless the Lord — and give Him thanks !

GOOD SAMARITAN PARISH CELEBRATES

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

BASED ON NEED

Help support the family of a 10-month old little boy who has won the hearts of hundreds. Born at only 4 lbs 9

ounces, little Rycker has undergone 3 heart procedures in the past few months. Despite his size and a heart defect, Rycker always has an infectious smile on his face.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT

WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/RYCKERSPAGE

JOIN US FOR GREAT FOOD AND GREAT FUN!

12:00 Noon—6:00 pm GOOD SAMARITAN PARISH

410 8th Street Ambridge, PA 15003 (just past CVS Pharmacy)

THE MOST HOLY TRINITY May 27, 2018

� IN SYMPATHY Please pray for the repose of the souls of our dearly departed, who died recently, especially Genevieve Chehovits, Samuel Fernandez. May Their souls & the souls of all the faithful departed, through Mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen

Sunday, May 27 7:30am -2:00pm (GS) SVDP Bundle Project (Parking Lot) 9:30am (SJ) Liturgy of the Word with Children during Mass Monday, May 28 PARISH OFFICES CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY Wednesday, May 30 6:30pm (SJ) Choir Rehearsal Thursday, May 31 6:30pm (GS) Adult Choir Rehearsal Friday, June 1 7:00pm(GS) Rosary/Confessions, 8:00pm Mass-Marian Prayer 8:00am (SJ) 1st Friday Mass, Prayer to Sacred Heart of Jesus 3:00-6:00pm (GS) Eucharistic Adoration Saturday, June 2 8:15am (SJ) Confession/9:00am Mass/Rosary/BArmy Meeting Sunday, June 3 (GS) Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession after 11:00 Mass

UPCOMING EVENTS SAINT JOHN’S CORNER SAINT JOHN’S CORNER

SATURDAY, JUNE 2, The Beaver Valley Blue Army (the World Apostolate of Our Lady of Fatima) will hold its First Saturday meeting here at St. John’s. Confessions begin at 8:15AM. After 9:00 Mass, members will pray the Rosary. A continental breakfast follows. New members or

those interested in our organization are welcome. Please call Colleen (724) 375-3846 with any questions.

WED., JUNE 6, FIRST WEDNESDAY ADORATION Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place immediately following the 8:00 AM Mass and continue until 12:30 PM closing. Please pray for religious vocations, particularly for more priests in our diocese. Come and experience the beauty and peace of Our Eucharistic Lord.

ALTAR SERVERS ARE NEEDED! Respectful young men and women are invited to become Altar Servers at St. John’s. Complete training is provided & schedules are tailored to family availability. If your child would like to become an Altar Server, please call the parish office: 724-869-2280.

"Have caution in not allowing yourself to be struck down by adversity nor becoming vain by prosperity." ~St. Clare of Assisi

GOOD SAMARITAN Our Gift to God

Weekly Offering, May 20, 2018 Parish Share Saint Anthony Novena Catholic Relief Service - 2nd Collection Ascension

$6,409 $426 $579 $973 $751

SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST

Weekly Offering, May 20, 2018 Catholic Relief Service - 2nd Collection

$1,966 $263

EUCHARISTIC ADORATIONEUCHARISTIC ADORATIONEUCHARISTIC ADORATIONEUCHARISTIC ADORATION

3:00-6:00 pm on Friday, June 1st at Good Samaritan 7:00 pm Confessions & Rosary 8:00 pm MASS

Marian Prayer Group ALL ARE WELCOME Please Come!

SAINT ANTHONY NOVENA

Tuesday, May 29, 2018 7:00 pm Mass, Father Sam Esposito, Episcopal Vicar for On Mission for the Church Alive

GOOD SAMARITAN 724-266-6565 St. JOHN ‘THE BAPTIST 724-869-2280

MARK YOUR CALENDARS Good Samaritan Parish Festival 2018

Food Preparation Schedule All Food Prep takes place in Jericho Hall

June 4 9:00 am Pierogi Making June 18 9:00 am Pierogi Making July 9 9:00 am Roll Meatballs July 10 9:00 am Cabbage and Onions for Halushki July 23 9:00 am Devein Cabbage for Stuffed Cabbage July 24 9:00 am Roll Stuffed Cabbage August 20 9:00 am Prepare Chicken Wings August 27 9:00 am Peppers and Onions for Hot Sausage

Quo Vadis Days: -Two days learning more about the priesthood, deepening your faith, and better discerning God’s call in your life at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School July 15-16. It includes Mass, sports, adoration, and dynamic talks. All 10th, 11th, 12th grades & freshman year of college are welcome. The retreat cost is $40; assistance is available. To register, visit PGHPriest.com by July 3.

Saint Anthony Closing Tuesday, June 12, 2018 We are in need of individuals who would like to carry flags in the procession. These would include American, Polish, Croatian, Slovak, Italian, Vatican, Hungarian, Canadian, Irish and others that represent the various nationalities represented in our Parish of Good Samaritan. Please call Rita Colella at 724-266-4656.

Congratulation to the recipients of 2018

Christian Mothers/Ladies Guild Scholarships The award winners are Savannah Fischer, Celeste Kristek,

Anthony Berardelli and Jeremy Kazmieraczyk. We wish you great success in your future endeavors. God Bless! Also, congratulation to our 2018 May Queen, Patty Jesky, and our newly installed members of CM/LG - Leslie

Cassoff & Kathleen Polinsky.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “SHIPWRECKED-RESCUED

BY JESUS” VBS will be held at Good Samaritan Parish from Sun., June 24, through Wed., June 27. Call Traci to volunteer or for more information: 724-266-3974. See the VBS Registration form in this bulletin.