11400 ST. AGNES LANE, N. HUNTINGDON, PA 15642

Rev. Msgr. V. Paul Fitzmaurice, Pastor pfitzmaurice@dioceseofgreensburg.org

September 8, 2019

A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg

Church Office ...................... 724-863-2626 724-863-2630 FAX: 724-863-1057 E-mail: stagnes@dioceseofgreensburg.org Website: www.stagneschurch.info

Office Hours: ........ 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

Sunday Masses: ……………….Saturday Vigil: 4:30 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

Weekday, Saturday Morning

Holy Day Masses: As listed in the Bulletin.

Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 1:00 p.m., or by appointment.

Marti DiToppa, Parish Secretary…………....724-863-2626 mditoppa@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Mary Blythe, Director of Faith Formation ................ 724-864-5393 mblythe@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Susan Cheplic, Regional Youth Minister….724-863-2626 skcheplic@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Karen Kustra, Director of Music Ministries.. 724-863-8687 kkustra@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Cynthia Milchick, Director of R.C.I.A.

Sandy Monier, Director of Pastoral Ministry..724-863-9621 smonier@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Denise Lorenchick, Admin. Assistant/Financial Secretary dlorenchick@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Kristen Brown, Faith Formation Admin. Assistant kbrown@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Queen of Angels Catholic School…………..724-978-0144

Sandra Stonebraker, Principal One Main Street, North Huntingdon, PA 15642 E-mail address: info@queenofangelssch.org Website: www.queenofangelssch.org

Louise Daniels, Director of Joyful Noise Choir ldaniels@dioceseofgreensburg.org

St. Vincent de Paul…………………..724-691-3711

Baptisms: A baptism preparation session is required prior to having your baby baptized. Baptisms are by appointment. The standard time for baptisms is 12:30 p.m. Sunday.

Marriage: Please call the church office one year in advance. Marriage preparation classes are required. The standard wedding time is 2:00 p.m. Saturday.

Sponsor Certificates for Baptism and Confirmation: Anyone needing a sponsor certificate must be registered in the parish for at least 6 months, have all of their Sacraments (if married, be a Catholic Marriage), attend Mass regularly and support the Church.

“A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust”

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FROM THE PASTOR: Prayer From Today’s Gospel Lord Jesus, You are my Treasure, my Life, and my All. There is nothing in this life that can outweigh the joy of knowing, loving, and serving You all the days of my life. Take my life and make it Yours for Your glory now and forever. Dan Schwager—Servants of the Word

Good-Bye To a Staff Person I hired Denise Lorenchick in May as our new financial secretary to replace Mary Lou Porter who was retiring. But life often brings changes. She needs to resign so she can devote more time to caring for her elderly parents. She was making good progress in grasping and executing the position’s many responsibilities. But that experience might do well by her in the future. She and the staff were just getting to know each other, but she will be missed. We promise our prayers and bid her God speed. Her last day was Wednesday, September 4th.

New Servers and Cross Bearers Needed A great way to show your love for the Lord Jesus is the serve at Mass. You may have noticed that the servers and cross bearers help the liturgy unfold in a prayerful and orderly way. Training will be provided.

Servers need to have made their First Holy Communion and Cross Bearers be in at least 8th grade. Please call or email the parish office to sign up. Thanks.

Parents, Your Child’s First Year of College I came across an article recently entitled, “Is Your Child Emotionally Ready For College?” You might find it helpful in this important transition year for your child. Just google it.

Families Are Indispensable “Families must become places ‘of redemption rather than places of wounding; places of reconciliation rather than places of betrayal.’ It doesn’t take courage to be a fool. It does to do the right thing.

Consider today where you can turn from wrongdoing and begin to lay down your life once again, for your spouse and your family. And admit to those places where you

need God’s divine glue, and ask God to heal you.” Donald & Lorrie Gramer from Marriage Care Novena

Abortion forever severs bond between mother and child It was with a mixture of emotions that I noted “Women’s Equality Day” this week.

I am quite thankful for the sacrifices and struggles that our foremothers underwent to ensure that American women live in a free and equal society. I treasure my right to vote, my professional prospects, and equal treatment under the law.

But I cannot help but think that feminist pioneers such as Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton would be deeply disappointed with the failures that keep women oppressed.

Key among these is legalized abortion. Millions of baby girls are denied the right to life under the Roe v. Wade regime. They are unable to exercise any rights, because they have been robbed of the most fundamental of these—the mere right to exist.

Moreover, rather than providing freedom to women, legalized abortion can entrap them in a vicious cycle of abuse...The act of abortion itself is abusive to women, for it forever severs the bond between mother and child. Women are left to grieve their children lost to abortion—often in secrecy and silence.

The battle scars can lead to substance abuse, suicide attempts, eating disorders, and all manner of self-harm. The cruel legacy of abortion can then traumatize succeeding generations—such as the siblings of the aborted child—and the preceding generation, as grandparents struggle with the loss of their descendants.

I long for the day when we can celebrate women’s true equality—when all pregnant women are supported, cherished, and loved, along with their priceless progeny.

Until then…as long as Roe v. Wade is the law of the land…Women’s Equality Day will indeed be a cause for sober reflection on how far our society has yet to go. Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation

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T H O U G H T S O N G I V I N G :

“Everyone of you who does not renounce all his possessions cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:33)

When we first hear this statement, it seems that Jesus is making an unrealistic demand upon us. How can we renounce all of our possessions? We need them to live. However, what we must renounce is the belief that they belong to us. Everything that we have belongs to God alone. All of our resources are entrusted to us not only for our own use, but also so that we can help others. Once we renounce the idea that we possess or are entitled to anything, it is much easier to share the many gifts that God has given us. Then we truly are His Disciples.

Readings for the Week

SUN: Wis 9:13-18b; Ps 90:3-6, 12-17; Phlm 9-10, 12-17; Lk MON: Col 1:24 — 2:3; Ps 62:6-7, 9; Lk 6:6-11 TUE: Col 2:6-15; Ps 145:1b-2, 8-11; Lk 6:12-19 WED: Col 3:1-11; Ps 145:2-3, 10-13ab; Lk 6:20-26 THU: Col 3:12-17; Ps 150:1b-6; Lk 6:27-38 FRI: 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14; Ps 16:1b-2a, 5, 7-8, 11; Lk 6:39-42 SAT: Nm 21:4b-9; Ps 78:1bc-2, 34-38; 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17 SUN: Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 17, 19; 1 Tm 1:12-17; Lk 15:1-32 [1-10]

Fill us at daybreak with your kindness, that we may shout for joy and gladness all our days. Psalm 90:14

Monday, September 9 6:00pm - 8:00pm - NYFL Parent/Board Mtg., Res. Hall, Room 306 6:30pm - 8:30pm - 8th Grade Confirmation Sac. Prep., Res. Hall, Rm. 303/305, Church

Tuesday, September 10 After Morning Mass - Legion of Mary-Blessed Mother’s Birthday, Res. Hall, 303/305, Kit. 6:00pm - 8:00pm - Norwin Youth Football League McCabe Field 6:30pm - 8:00pm - Finance Council, Church Office 7:00pm - 8:30pm - NAR-ANON, Fr. Bertolina Room

Wednesday, September 11 8:30am - 10:00am - Legion of Mary, Fr. Brannon Room 6:00pm - 8:00pm - Norwin Youth Football League, McCabe Field

Thursday, September - 12 8:00am - 9:00pm - Adoration 6:00pm - 8:00pm - Norwin Youth Football League, McCabe Field 6:30pm - 7:30pm - CS Pack 293 Webelos, Den 1, Res Hall Room 304 7:00pm - 8:00pm - Women at the Well Prayer Group, Church

Friday, September 13 6:00pm - 8:30pm - Generations of Faith, All Res. Hall, Kit. 6:15pm - 13th of the Month Club, Rosary Walk 9:00pm - Rosary

Saturday, September 14 8:30am - 10:00am - That Man is You, Res. Hall, Room 303/305, Kitchen 9:00am - 11:00am - Norwin Youth Football, McCabe Field Mission Co-Op

Sunday, September 15 Mission Co-Op 10:15am - 11:05am - Faith Formation, 4th Grade, Fr. Brannon Room 3:00pm - 6:00pm - Men’s Club Picnic, Fire Pit, Convent

† LITURGY SCHEDULE † THIS WEEK in Our Parish

9/7 SAT: 4:30pm † STICKLE, HOHMAN, YARGAR & McCLELLAND FAMILIES Antonia & Ainsleigh

9/8 SUN: 9:00am † MARGE SARTORI - The Blosser Family 11:15am † MICHAEL SWEENEY, JR & FRANCES RICHARDS Mass on the Grass The Sweeney Family

9/9 MON: 7:30am † JOSEPH SHARBAUGH - Wife & Family

9/10 TUE: 7:30am † SAUL & DOROTHY GLICK - Audrey & Ken Glick

9/11 WED: 7:30am PEOPLE OF ST. AGNES

9/12 THU: 7:30am † GENE & MARGARET CALDWELL - Betty & Tony

9/13 FRI: 7:30am † LOUISE & JOHN ZAVERL - Pat & Chester

9/14 SAT: 8:00am † HERKY & JOYCE POZZUTO - Family 4:30pm † MARIANNE ZONA - John Zona & Family

9/15 SUN: 9:00am † LEONARD D’AMICO - Wife & Family 11:15am † CATHERINE & MITCH WILLIAMS - Children

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In order to keep our Prayer Corner current and up-to-date, we ask that you call once a month if you wish to remain on the prayer list.

If you have a loved one, friend or neighbor who is homebound and would like to receive a visit from the “Marian Ministry of Care Team” (extraordinary

ministers, priest, and trained volunteers) call the church office at 724-863-2626 for assistance.

Ministry Schedule for Sept. 14 / 15

Sept. 14

4:30 pm Sept. 15, 9:00 am

Sept. 15, 11:15 am

Altar Server

G. Brown A. Stickle

J. Barle sub requested G. Reuss

J. Paul R. Young

Cross bearer R. Testa sub requested

E. Zapanta N. Brown

Lector A. Glick sub requested

W. McCabe R. Takacs

Extra-ordinary Minister

K. Glick sub requested S. Halin D. Klinvex M. Locke M. Oroukin M. Oroukin J. Timko

C. Cleaveland G. DeFelice C. Lieberum M. Mathis C. Page R. Schmitt B. Smith N. Wetzler

D. Balmert L. Gill R. Jackson C. Lucot

D. McMaster E. Paul K. Ziska

Children's Liturgy

No Children’s Liturgy

B. Ustazewski K. Dittig

Greeter A. Resnik A. Ghinassi A. Zieglar

Stewardship of Treasure - Aug. 31 / Sept. 1, 2019

Actual Online Giving Budgeted Variance

Offertory $10,746.25 $4,659.50 $13,949.73 $1,456.02

Children $11.00 $4.00

Bright Yellow $779.00 $20.00

Year to Date

$87,156.25 $34,770.50 $125,547.57 -$3,620.82

Online Giving is a safe, convenient way to donate to the church. To sign-up, go to our church website at www.stagneschurch.info and click on the Online

Giving logo and create an account. If you have any questions, please call the church office at 724 -863-2626.

PRAYER CORNER - In your charity, please pray for those members of our parish family who need our prayers, especially: John Dawson, Brandon Fiume, John Gombos, Mike Greer , Sr . , Allen Harding, Mary Lisa Holzwarth, Michael Kaufman, Ethel Lesnicky, Frank Lesnicky, Sr. , Lee Lewand, Eve Lieberum, Tom Mainier , Joe l Mance, Dominic Melocchi , Mike Novak, Florante Paat , Lesl ie Paat , Michael Reynolds , Rick Reynolds, John Santoro, John Spear , Bel inda Vallus , Bert Vilor ia, and Sgt. Doug Vitale .

NEWLY BAPTIZED: Carmen E. Barone

We welcome this child into our Faith.

PARISH news

3 September 8, 2019

BLESSED MOTHER’S BIRTHDAY - Come and honor the Blessed Mother for her birthday on Tuesday, September 10, following the 7:30 a.m. Mass. We will process to Resurrection Hall with

roses for Our Lady and then celebrate with breakfast and birthday cake. Sponsored by the Legion of Mary.

13TH

OF THE MONTH CLUB - “The Rosary is my favorite prayer. A marvelous prayer. Marvelous in its simplicity and its depth. In the prayer we repeat many times and the words that the Virgin Mary heard from the Archangel, and from her kinswoman Elizabeth.” (St. Pope John Paul II)

JOIN US, the “13th

of the Month Rosary Group” as we continue to honor Our Blessed Mother’s wishes and pray for peace by praying the rosary. please note the time change: Friday, September 13

at 6:15 p.m. outside at

the “Rosary Walk” (in the Church if it rains).

SUBSTANCE ADDICTION MINISTRY - (SAM) invites anyone afflicted or affected by addiction to Rosary and Prayers for Recovery on Wednesday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Old Convent Chapel. Join us for a time of personal presence and support and the Rosary. Resources will be available. You may also email or text prayer intentions to Jennifer Macioce at 412-337-7455.

SAVE THE DATE - St. Agnes 2019 Stuffed Cabbage Dinner on Sunday, October 20. See future bulletins for more details.

SEPTEMBER EMERALD CLUB MEETINGS - Wed., Sept. 11, Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at K-Vays. Wed., Sept. 18, Rosary at 12:00 p.m., meeting at 12:30 p.m.

ST. AGNES MEN’S CLUB PICNIC - is Sunday, September 15, from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on the grounds behind the Church. Like the Marines, we are

looking for a few good men. This would be a great opportunity to come and see what the Men’s Club is all about. There is no charge to attend; however, members are asked to bring a dessert to share. If interested, contact Clint Page at 724-864-4324 by Thursday, September 12.

JOIN US - for "Divine Mercy in the Second Greatest Story Ever Told" by Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, Mondays

(September 23) 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. OR Tuesdays (September 24) 10:30 a.m. - Noon, in Resurrection Hall (Big Room 303/305) as we bring to life the drama and splendor of God's merciful love revealed in Sacred Scripture, manifested at key moments of Church history and realized in our present time of mercy. This will be a great study leading up to the dedication of our new Divine Mercy chapel later this fall. If any questions, call Mary Blythe at 724-864-5393.

Weekly Lot tery Winners - August 2019

Monday, August 26…….....$200 ............ #2893………............Candice Kmetz Tuesday, August 27……... $200 ............ #0091…………………….Kim Pirger Wednesday, August 28......$200 ............ #8554 not sold #8553 Cindy McCabe Thursday, August 29…......$200 ............. #1694……………………….Peg Fuga Friday, August 30………….$200 ............ #6564…….…………..Frank Battaglini Saturday, August 31………$700 ............ #0105……………….....Gene Stafford

Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you to all who purchased and sold tickets to help make the raffle successful!

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS

Inquiry sessions for the RCIA begins soon. If you or someone you know is interested in the Catholic way of life and: 1. was never baptized 2. baptized in the Roman Catholic Church, but not fully

initiated (has not received Confirmation and/or Eucharist) or

3. baptized in another Christian Church, but in need of further instruction and initiation

Please call Cyndy Milchick at 724-863-9239 or the parish office at 724-863-2626 to register.

MUSIC MINISTRY NEWS!! - PARISH CHOIR. This weekend we sang….To everything there is a season…. And now is the

season to give the Lord Glory and Honor – through music! Please consider becoming an important part of our Parish Music Ministry. The Parish Choir will begin Fall rehearsals next Wednesday, September 18, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in Church. No experience necessary, just a desire to sing His praises. For more information, stop and see Karen after any Mass or call her at 724-863-8687.

JOIN THE JOYFUL NOISE CHOIR ! - Do you know a kid in grade 2-12 that loves music? Are you looking for the perfect

way for your child to be fully involved during Mass? Does your child want to meet other kids who have similar interests? Then the Joyful Noise Choir is perfect! We create beautiful music for 11:15am Mass every other week throughout the year. Come and check it out. All are welcome. Our first practice is on Tuesday, September 17, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in Church. Contact Louise Daniels at ldanie ls@dioceseofgreensburg.org or 724-216-8002 for more information. Sing a new song unto the Lord and give the Joyful Noise Choir a try.

AROUND the area AROUND the area

Queen of Angels Catholic School

2020 brings us another great “Pot of Gold” Lottery Calendar and 365 chances of winning! Proceeds from this major fundraising event are a valuable source of income for Queen of Angels. Calendars are $25 each and run from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020. 365 prizes totaling over $13,000 and ranging from $25 to $200 are available. Win once and the calendar pays for itself! The three digit daily

number of the PA Lottery 7:00 PM drawing (excludes Double Draw second drawings) will determine the winner. Last year we sold all 1,000 calendars and raised $11,000!! This year’s goal is to sell all 1,000 calendars again. The success of this annual fundraiser is a direct result of your commitment and dedication. Our lottery calendars make wonderful gifts for the holidays; it’s never too early to shop. Support our school and give a gift that keeps on giving throughout the year! If you would like to reserve a special number, please note that on the bottom of this form. These requests will be filled on a first come first served basis. Any questions, please contact Christy Karr, Calendar Coordinator, at 724-640-0675 or Ruth Ann Noblick at 724-978-0144 x 2223. Please note, all winners must be 18 years of age or older. Please return all requests to the school before September 20, 2019, after that date the numbers will become available for general sales/distribution. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Name _______________________________________ Phone Number ________________________________ Student Name ______________________ Grade ___ I would like to reserve the following numbers for lottery calendars. I understand that these requests are filled on a first come first served basis.

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Registration For “Holy Fire” - (a gathering for youth in grades 6-8) closes September 13. The event is October 13, at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. The bus leaves Greensburg at 5:15 a.m. and returns at 8:00 p.m. The cost is $50 per person and includes transportation and dinner. Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/holy-fire-great-lakes-tickets-62328799116.

Pasta Dinner - Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School will host a pasta dinner September 27, from 4-7 p.m. Cost is $6 for adults, $5 for students and $3 for children 10 and under. The event is sponsored by the school’s campus ministry.

Men’s Prayer Gathering - to be held September 24, at Our Lady of Grace Parish, Greensburg. “Transformation: A Men’s Prayer Gathering” will be held September 24, from 6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. The event is free and includes music, fellowship, prayer, confession, Adoration and small group discussion.

A Celebration of Catholic Schools Breakfast - will be held October 10, from 8:00 a.m. - 10 a.m. at Stratigos Banquet Centre, North Huntingdon. The event features Bishop Malesic as the keynote speaker, Mike Clark of WTAE-TV as the emcee and the presentation of Golden Apple Awards for teaching excellence. Tickets are $25 per person and are available at www.dioceseofgreensburg.org/Celebration. For sponsorship opportunities, call Mike Lucotch at 724-552-2503.

ANGEL

CORNER

Pastoral Council

Audrey Glick, Gina Kmetz, Michele Moenssens, Andrew Paul,

John Reilly, Diane Rhodes, Barbara Rinefierd, Jeff Steinmetz, Ray Takacs, Nancy Wetzler

Finance Council

Robert Bilinsky, Bryan Brown, Ann Lusardi, Pat McKeegan, Michael Shedlock, Dale Stein

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Area Mass Schedule Immaculate Conception: Sat. 5:00pm & Sun. 8:00am 10:00am & 11:30am

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Sat. 4:00pm & Sun. 8:30am & 11:30am St. Edward: Sat. 6:00pm & Sun. 9:00am

Sunday afternoon Mass Options :

Holy Family, Latrobe - Latin Mass .............. 1:00 p.m. St. Colman, Turtle Creek .............................. 5:30 p.m. St. Barbara, Harrison City ............................ 6:00 p.m. St. Bernadette, Monroeville .......................... 6:00 p.m.

Blessed Sacrament, Greensburg. ................ 7:00 p.m.