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416 SOUTH BROADWAY
SCOTTDALE, PA 15683-2119
A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust
A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg
October 13, 2019 ~ Twenty Eighth Sunday of Ordinary Time
Partner Parishes of the Diocese of Greensburg
Welcomes you to……
October 13th 9:30am R.E.D. Class
October 17th 7pm Holy Name Society
October 18th 6pm Knitting
October 19th 5pm Catholic Café
October 20th 7pm Men’s Group
October 24th 6:30pm First Penance Class
October 25th 6pm Knitting
October 27th 9:30am RED Class
12pm Operation Gratitude
Family Event
October 31st 6pm All Souls Vigil-SJE
November 1st 9am All Saints-SJBS
6pm Knitting
November 3rd 12:pm-2pm Blessing of the
Cemeteries/Trunk or
Treat
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
Weekday Masses
Monday, Tuesday ................................................................................................. 8:30 AM (SJE)
Wednesday, Friday ....................................................... 8:30 AM (SJBS)
Adoration after Tuesday Morning Mass
Weekend Masses
Saturday Vigil....................................................................... 4:00 PM (SJBS)
Sunday .............................................................................................. 8:30 AM (SJE)
Sunday ....................................................................................... 10:30 AM (SJBS)
Holy Days of Obligation
Holy Day Vigil ......................................................................... 6:00 PM (SJE)
Holy Day ................................................................................... 9:00 AM (SJBS)
SACRAMENTS
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Daily before / after Mass and by appt.
Saturday: 3:15–4:00 PM (SJBS)
Sunday: 8:00–8:30 AM (SJE)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Benediction:
All are welcome to attend Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 8:30
AM Mass Tuesdays at (SJE) until concluding at 10:00 AM with Benedic-
tion.
Sacrament of Baptism:
To arrange a date and instructions for the Sacrament please
call the Parish Office, 724-887-6321.
What’s Happening in our Parish………
St. John Sanctuary Lamp In Loving
Memory of
Jean Patrick
By John & Suzy Swank & Grandchildren
September 29th thru October 12th
Who’s Who in our Parish…..
Office Hours
Monday thru Wednesday & Friday: 9:00-3:30pm
Closed on Thursday
Office Number: 724-887-6321
Preschool Number: 724-887-9550
Fax Number: 724-887-6324
www.stjohnsandstjosephs.org
Diane Figg
Business/Pastoral Associate
Caroline Hernandez
Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor
Chris Whoric
Finance Secretary
James Jacquillard
Music Director
Kristen Felentzer
Faith Formation Coordinator
We hope this community becomes
your spiritual home for years to
come. We encourage all to be active
participants in our celebrations as
we worship and praise God. Expect
the best from this faith community: .
Most importantly, expect to grow in your relationship
with God. Of course, we need your help in being a strong
community of faith. Be open to the Holy Spirit. Be a good
steward of your gifts of time, talent and treasure. Get in-
volved! We’re sure you will find a ministry in which to
participate. We look forward to getting to know you!
Ministries
Pastoral Council
Rose Ann Husak & Dennis Figg
Finance Council & Festivals Worship Council
Diane Figg & June Morrocco
Art & Environment Men’s Group
June Morrocco/Mike Banaszak Joe Flora
St. Joseph’s Society Evangelization
Barb Shemo Marsha Callaro
Altar Servers Lectors
Mike Banaszak/Frank Rudnik Frank Rudnik
Holy Name Society Cantors/Choir
Jason Lehman Jim Jacquillard
Youth Group “Mary the Undoer of Knots”
Caroline Hernandez Evelyn Connors
Eucharistic Ministers Catholic Daughters of America
Dolly Glowacki
Parish Staff
Rev. Andrew Kawecki
Pastor
The Very Reverend Daniel C. Mahoney, VF
Administrator
Evelyn Connors
Preschool Teacher
School Number: 724-887-9550
Kris Carson
Preschool Aide
Bonnie Wardenga
Preschool Aide
Bill Thompson
Maintenance
Partner Parish of
St. John the Baptist and St. Joseph
Mission Statement
“Ten lepers met him. They stood at a distance …” In the ancient world and into the Middle Ages, there
was no treatment for leprosy. People thought it was wildly contagious and were suspicious of any skin
diseases. Lepers were isolated from civil society. This isolation was uphold by the Mosaic Law.
Should there be a healing from leprosy, the former leper was to present himself to a priest to certify
the healing. Like Jesus commands, “Show yourselves to the priests.” The person would then undergo
a religious rite to be formally reintroduced to society. In other words, a leper got their life back. So why didn’t they come back?
“As they were going they were cleansed. And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud
voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him.” Of the ten lepers healed by Christ, only one returns with a grateful
heart. The others, perhaps, were thankful enough. Perhaps they couldn’t believe their luck, and they hastened to the priests
to confirm the healing. They were more than willing to leave their life of rejection and isolation behind. Why take any steps
backward, when the way ahead was so attractive? An attitude like this is perhaps understandable, but few would admire it.
How about you? Do you come back? If you’ve ever had the experience of getting what you hoped and prayed for, you know
that this can sometimes be easier said than done. When we’ve wanted something badly enough, how easy it can be to focus
on the gift rather than the giver. The truth is, God is daily offering us gifts: the gift of our existence, of the created world, of
family and friends, of modern conveniences. Even in times of distress, there is always something to be thankful for. This Sun-
day, give yourself a gratitude check. Count your blessings. Glorify God and thank Him for the gift of your life!©LPi
Sacrament of Marriage:
Arrangements can be made by calling the office at least one year in advance.
RCIA/Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults:
Those interested in learning about becoming a member of the Catholic Faith
contact Parish Office, 724-887-6321
Sponsors
Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation are required to provide a certificate
of eligibility if they are not a member of our Partner Parish. To be a sponsor,
you must be Baptized and Confirmed. Any parishioner needing a certificate
of eligibility to be a sponsor for another parish is required to personally visit
the Pastoral Center to obtain a certificate at our office during business hours.
The Living Faith Community of Saint John the Baptist, Scottdale, PA and Saint Joseph, Everson, PA are bridged by our com-
mon Baptism, while maintaining our respective ethnic heritages. We are called by Jesus Christ to be a nurturing community
through worship and service.
We are committed to preserve our Catholic Beliefs centered on the Eucharist as we become better
disciples while continuing to develop strong lay leadership.
Guided by the Holy Spirit, we share a vision for the future. We will become a vibrant Partner
Parish where all feel loved and welcome.
Partner Parish Preschool 724-887-9550
Preschool Teacher– Evelyn Connors
Preschool Aides– Kris Carson & Bonnie Wardenga
www.facebook.com/stjohnbaptistpreschool
There will be no Preschool Class on Monday, October 14th! Last week,
we learned all about the letter Ee, made Elephant Puppets, visited Dr.
Bigley’s Office!, & learned all about this weekend’s Gospel!
Our Preschool Gift Card Giveaway Ticket is now on sale!
3rd Annual Advent Event– We are looking for groups or indi-
viduals to host tables during our event. The tables should
be of Christmas theme & set for 10-12 people. If you are
interested, please contact Ms. Evelyn at 724-887-9550
We are still accepting enrollments for the 2019-2020
School Year. There is also the opportunity to receive
Scholarship Money. Any child enrolled prior to Octo-
ber 31st, is eligible to receive the scholarship. If
interested in enrolling, please contact Ms. Evelyn.
R.E.D. Classes– The next R.E.D. Class is on October 13th
at 9:30am at St. John’s. If you haven’t signed up yet, con-
tact our Faith Formation Coordinator, Kristen Felentzer,
Please help us with our collection of items from the below
wish list to complete our first Family Event. Thank you for all of your
support!
AROUND OUR PARISH…..
Please keep those who most need prayers in
your daily thoughts:
Father Andrew, Apolonia, Terry, Carolyn, Mal-
lory, Brady, John, Betty, Becky, Linda & Bernard, John, Bernadette,
Doris, Betty, Stella, Joe, Maddie, Mallory, Jason, Ken, Bob, Rose
Ann, Imogene, Ruth, Randy, Beth
Anyone who is willing to help with the Prayer Chain or would like to
be added to the Prayer Chain, please contact Jean D 724-887-4073
Charity Outreach 724-217– 6259 10:30-12:30
This week’s items for the Thanksgiving Bags are: Gravy &
Cranberries
We also would appreciate any monetary donations & reusable
cloth shopping bags.
October 25– Pantry Only; November 15– Thanksgiving Baskets;
December 13– Pantry Only
HELP ALTERNATIVES.YES! Once again our Partner Parish will
be passing out baby bottles to help raise funds for our local preg-
nancy support center. Bottles should be returned by the end of
Oct. If you would rather write a check, please make it out to
Alternatives.Yes. Thank you for your continued support.
"Purgatory the Forgotten Church" will be shown at Catholic Cafe fol-
lowing the 4:00 Mass on October 19th. Don’t forget to bring a dish to
share with all!
Visitation Parish-Mt. Pleasant Homemade Cavatelli & Meatballs
or Spaghetti & Meatballs Dinner
Sunday, October 20, 2019
11:30am - 2:30pm in Visitation community center
Dinner includes homemade cavatelli or spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, beverage
& dessert. Adults/$12.00, children (4-10)/$6.00 & children 3 & under/Free. Tickets
can be purchased at door and takeout available. Visitation Rosary Altar Society
Bake Sale Saturday, Oct. 19 after 4:30pm Mass & Oct. 20 during the dinner.
There is no morning Mass,
October 21st-24th, due to
the Priests’ Convocation.
Morning Mass will resume
on Friday, October 25th at St. John the
Baptist. The Pastoral Center will also
be closed during this time.
To Give of Oneself In the South, the use of “Yes,
Sir,” “Yes, Ma’am,” and “Thank you,” have been drilled
into many a little person’s brain. Unfortunately, as time
goes by, those social conventions seem to be in danger,
even in the very places that have held them sacred for
so long. In fact, I have found that I sometimes will even
get a strange look when I utter similar words to a stranger or passer-
by. It seems manners are being traded for acceptance of ill-conceived
tolerance, even tolerance of the ill-mannered.
We know this is nothing new when we look at the story of Jesus’ heal-
ing of the ten lepers. After healing ten, only one comes back to show
gratitude to the healer. Why did 90% of those healed not offer thanks?
We all find our lives filled with blessings. We may sometimes think we
deserve the good things we receive. We may also believe because eve-
ryone receives the same gifts — things like life, air, and the planet —
that God didn’t single us out, and our obligation to offer thanks is di-
minished. However, gratitude is never obligated. The other 9 did not
get their leprosy back due to ungrateful hearts. Gratitude is simply the
gift we give to the one who was generous to us in the first place. A gift
for a gift. Generosity gives birth to more generosity. Without as much
gratitude in the world, there is less chance for an increase of love and
generosity. So, who do you need to thank today?- Tracy Earl Welliver
©LPi
Rosary
Question: What is the story behind the rosary?
Answer: The rosary is a sacred and popular Catholic devotion, but its
origins are mysterious. Prayer beads to facilitate meditation began in
the early ages of the Church. In the early medieval period, bead strings
were used to count Hail Marys or Our Fathers. A tradition has devel-
oped that the rosary in its current form was given to St. Dominic by
the Blessed Mother. However, the earliest biographies of the saint do
not include this story. In the Middle Ages, the prayers were grouped
into 50 Hail Marys with verses from Psalms and vignettes from the
lives of Jesus and Mary. By the 16th century, the Joyful, Sorrowful, and
Glorious Mysteries were established.
The rosary rose to prominence in the late 1500s. The Turkish Empire
was spreading across eastern Europe, and pirates were raiding Chris-
tian ships. The Christian nations of Europe rallied for a great battle at
sea. Pope St. Pius V urged all Christians to pray the rosary for victory.
While vastly outnumbered, the Christian fleet was victorious at the
Battle of Lepanto. The pope established October 7th as the feast of
the Holy Rosary. Later, all of October would come to be known as
the Month of the Rosary. ©LPi
Experience the Passion Play of Oberammergau, Germany in 2020
You are invited to join the Diocese of Greensburg as we journey in 2020 on pilgrimage
to witness the world-famous Passion Play of Oberammergau, Germany. Pilgrimages
are set for May 22 – June 3 and August 25 – September 5. Space is limited. Itinerary
includes sites and shrines of Bavaria, Prague, Krakow, and Warsaw in addition to the
Passion Play. Contact Father Willie Lechnar, Diocesan Pilgrimage Director via email at
[email protected] or by landline phone at 724.552.2645 for details
and registration information.
Catholic Men’s Fellowship Retreat Oct. 18-19 at Christ Our Shepherd Cen-
ter
The 13th Catholic Men’s Fellowship Retreat will be held Oct. 18-19 at Christ Our
Shepherd Center beginning Friday at 6 p.m. and closing with Mass celebrated by Bishop
Malesic Saturday. The keynote speaker will be Devin Schadt, a Catholic author and
EWTN guest and founder of the Fathers of St. Joseph. The retreat features music,
Adoration, confession, witness talks and small group discussions. Register at
www.cmfgbg.org.
Vocations discernment events planned for boys, young adults
Jeremiah Days, vocations discernment for boys in grades 6-8 and their parents or
guardians, will be held Saturdays, Feb. 8 and May 2, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Barbara
Parish, Harrison City. For information or to register, visit gbgvocations.org.
Exploring God’s Call, for boys in grades 9-12, will be offered Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Feb.
9, March 8, April 19 and May 17 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Greensburg Central Catholic High
School. For information or to register for either group, visit gbgvocations.org.
The Melchizedek Project, for men 18 and older, will be held Oct. 20, Nov. 3, 17
and 24, and Dec. 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Holy Family Parish rectory, Latrobe. To regis-
ter, email [email protected].
The 8
th
Annual Verna Montessori School (VMS) Italian Dinner will be held Sunday,
November 3
rd
from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Pius X Social Hall in Mt. Pleas-
ant. Come and enjoy Sister Lucy’s famous meatballs, authentic Italian sauce, spa-
ghetti, salad, fresh-baked Italian bread, homemade desserts and a beverage, all for
just $10 per dinner and $5 for children ages 8 and under. A 50/50 and fabulous
basket raffle will take place during the dinner. Please join us for delicious food
and a fun-filled time with VMS students. Take-out dinners will be available.
Greensburg Chapter of Magnificat Ministry to host breakfast, speaker Oct. 26
The Greensburg Chapter of Magnificat — A Ministry to Catholic Women will
hold a breakfast Oct. 26 from 9 a.m.-noon at the Ramada Hotel and Conference
Center, Greensburg. Guest speaker Mary Rutkoski will discuss her return to the
Catholic Church through her late husband’s conversion. Cost is $20, $15 for
students. To register, call Brenda Concannon by Oct. 21, 724-836-2094, or visit
www.magnificatgreensburg.com to download a registration form (no online regis-
tration).
White Mass to be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Oct.
20
The 17th White Mass for all health care professionals will be celebrated by
Bishop Malesic Oct. 20 at 11:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral, Greens-
burg.
Nominations open for Communities of Salt & Light Awards through
Oct. 31
Nominations for the 22nd annual Communities of Salt & Light Awards will be
accepted through Oct. 31. The categories are humanitarianism, philanthropy
and outstanding human services organization. The dinner will be held at Strati-
gos Banquet Centre, North Huntingdon, April 16, 2020. Nominations can be
made through the Catholic Charities website, ccharitiesgreensburg.org. Down-
load a printable form, complete it and email to: Director of Community Rela-
tions and Special Events, Catholic Charities, 711 E. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg,
PA 15601.
Diocesan Heritage Center concert Nov. 17
“Pray All Ways – Pray Always,” an evening of the art and stories of Edward
Hays in concert, will be held Nov. 17 at Christ Our Shepherd Center. The
evening is a benefit for the Diocesan Heritage Center and features the Dioce-
san Choir and Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Thomas Octave,
diocesan director of sacred music; the Saint Vincent Seminary Schola under the
direction of Benedictine Father Cyprian Constantine; the Christ the Divine
Teacher School Choir; guest artist and storyteller Tim Hartman and guest
artist Tom Franzak. The exhibit of Hays’ art opens at 5 p.m. with a reception at
5:30 p.m. and the concert at 7 p.m. Ticket information:
www.dioceseofgreensburg.org/concert.
Praying with Mary through Images at Our Lady of Grace Parish,
Greensburg Our Lady of Grace Parish, Greensburg, will host “Praying
with Mary Through Images” from 7-8:30 p.m. in the church on the follow-
ing dates: Oct. 22, Our Lady of the Assumption and Our Lady of Guada-
lupe, presented by Katrina Coleman; Oct. 29, Our Lady of Perpetual Help,
presented by Father Marlon Pates; and Nov. 5, Our Lady of Fatima, pre-
sented by Henna Bautista. The Rosary Altar Society will pray the rosary at
6:30 p.m. prior to each presentation. For details, 724-838-9480.
Vienna Boys Choir in concert at Altoona cathedral Oct. 27
The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Altoona, will host the world-
renowned Vienna Boys Choir Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. Admission is free; a free-
will offering will be taken to support the cathedral’s Concerts Under the
Dome series.
October 13, 2019 Twenty Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mass Intentions & Readings for the Week of
Saturday, October 12-
Readings: Jl 4:12-21/Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12 [12a]/Lk 11:27-2
SJBS—4:00 PM + For Parishioners
Sunday, October 13- 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Readings: 2 Kgs 5:14-17/Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4 [cf. 2b]/2 Tm 2:8-13/Lk 17:11-1
SJE– 8:30 AM- + Fr Frank Lesniowski– Family
SJBS- 10:30 AM + National Catholic Daughters– CDA Court Lambing #314
Monday, October 14– St. Callistus I, Pope & Martyr; Columbus Day
Readings: Rom 1:1-7/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [2a]/Lk 11:29-32
SJE- 8:30am + Timothy Kaczynski– Sister, Shirley
Tuesday, October 15- St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin & Doctor of the Church
Readings: Rom 1:16-25/Ps 19:2-3, 4-5 [2a]/Lk 11:37-41
SJE– 8:30am + Thomas & Catherine Carson-Jim & Tim Carson
Wednesday, October 16- St. Hedwig, Religious; St. Margaret Mary
Alacoque, Virgin
Readings: Rom 2:1-11/Ps 62:2-3, 6-7, 9 [13b]/Lk 11:42-46
SJBS– 8:30am + Fr Joe Minsterman-Family
Thursday, October 17- St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop & Martyr
Readings: Rom 3:21-30/Ps 130:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6ab [7]/Lk 11:47-54
No Morning Mass
Friday, October 18- St. Luke, Evangelist
Readings: 2 Tm 4:10-17b/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18 [12]/Lk 10:1-9
SJBS– 8:30am +John “Jack” Burke– Rick, Cathy, & Rachel Whittaker
Saturday, October 19- Sts. John de Brébeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, &
Companions, Martyrs
Readings: Rom 4:13, 16-18/Ps 105:6-7, 8-9, 42-43 [8a]/Lk 12:8-12
SJBS—4:00 PM +For Parishioners
Sunday, October 20- 29
th
Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Mission Sun-
day
Readings: Ex 17:8-13/Ps 121:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [cf. 2]/2 Tm 3:14—4:2/Lk 18:1-8
SJE– 8:30 AM- + Rose Valentovish, Edward Valentovish & Bernard Skrobacz-
Children
SJBS- 10:30 AM +Michael Dalansky– Juliana Dalansky
Just a friendly reminder to use a check & if you are putting in for
multiple weeks, please only use one envelope!
If possible, please also use separate checks for the Cemetery
Collections!
Thank you for your continued generosity!
Our Gifts for God
10/06/19: SJBS SJE
Collections: Collections:
Parishioners: $5,418.00 $2,676.00
Loose: $159.00 $55.00
Candles: $52.00 $63.00
Cemetery: $ $360.00
Diocesan: $574.00 $
Building $ $254.54
Accent $134.00 $12.00
Holy Days $ $39.00
Name:
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Email:
We are in the process of updating our parishioner data-
bases and need your current email addresses. After you
complete the cut-out form, please put it in the collection
basket, or bring/mail it to the Pastoral Center
SJBS SJBS SJE
10/20/2019 4:00 PM 10:30 AM 8:30 AM
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C Bradley *A Capo *Rudnik
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Morrocco J Lane Hernandez
Domurat J Gamon Lesniowski
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