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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church | St. Margaret of Scotland Church | Ss. Simon and Jude Church

CLERGY TEAM

Fr. Robert J. Grecco Pastor [email protected] Fr. Aleksandr J. Schrenk Parochial Vicar [email protected] In Residence Fr. James McDonough Fr. Jerome Etenduk Fr. Robin Evanish Deacons Dcn. Kevin Lander Dcn. Paul Lim Dcn. Jim Mackin

REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE —registration required —

SATURDAY: 4:00 p.m. at SSJ 4:30 p.m. at SEAS SUNDAY: 7:30 a.m. at SMOS 8:00 a.m. at SEAS 9:00 a.m. at SSJ 10:00 a.m. at SMOS 10:30 a.m. at SEAS 11:30 a.m. at SSJ

MONDAY: 8:30 a.m. at SSJ 12:00 p.m. at SEAS TUESDAY: 9:00 a.m. at SMOS 12:00 p.m. at SSJ WEDNESDAY: 8:30 a.m. at SSJ 12:00 p.m. at SEAS THURSDAY: 8:30 a.m. at SSJ 12:00 p.m. at SEAS FRIDAY: 9:00 a.m. at SMOS 12:00 p.m. at SSJ

Note: The schedule above does not display Holy Day or Holiday Mass Schedules.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church | St. Margaret of Scotland Church | Ss. Simon and Jude Church

Welcome!

T H E A R C H A N G E L APRIL 11, 2021 | SUNDAY OF DIVINE MERCY

PARISH ADMINISTRATION CENTER 330 3rd Avenue, Carnegie, PA 15106

412-857-5356 | WWW.STRAPHAELCGS.ORG For church locations and staff information, see page 20.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church | St. Margaret of Scotland Church | Ss. Simon and Jude Church 2

PRAYER & WORSHIP

MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS

BAPTISM: For arrangements call

Dcn. Jim Mackin: 412-857-5356

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Call the parish office for

arrangements if in danger of death. If hospitalized or in a skilled nursing facility, please ask the nursing staff

to contact the Catholic priest on call for that facility.

MARRIAGE: Arrangements must be made with

one of the priests at least six months before the proposed date

of the wedding.

SACRAMENTS

PENANCE:

APRIL 10/11 | SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER | DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

4:00 p.m. SSJ Janice Ferrie by Family

4:30 p.m. SEAS Stacy Remensky by the Remensky Family

7:30 a.m. SMOS Helen Pruszenski by the Maurer Family

8:00 a.m. SEAS Jerome J. Gardner by Dorothy Gardner

9:00 a.m. SSJ Leona and Andrew Potoski by Michael Potoski

10:00 a.m. SMOS Arlene Ruhr Lambert by Béla Pater

10:30 a.m. SEAS Nellie and James Reale by Joan Reale

11:30 a.m. SSJ James Harrison by Janet and Ralph Tropeam

APRIL 12 | MONDAY OF THE SECOND WEEK OF EASTER

8:30 a.m. SSJ Nancy Lolli by Maggie Kennedy

12:00 p.m. SEAS Irene Brosek by the Christian Mothers

APRIL 13 | TUESDAY OF THE SECOND WEEK OF EASTER

9:00 a.m. SMOS —In honor of the Holy Face of Jesus—

12:00 p.m. SSJ Gene Masciantonio by the Kapton Family

APRIL 14 | WEDNESDAY OF THE SECOND WEEK OF EASTER

8:30 a.m. SSJ The Link Family by Pat and John Murdzak

12:00 p.m. SEAS Rich Finch by Joan Reale

APRIL 15 | THURSDAY OF THE SECOND WEEK OF EASTER

8:30 a.m.. SSJ Francis (Bud) Johns by the Gaudelli Family

12:00 p.m. SEAS Linda Dombrosky by Ray Dombrosky

APRIL 16 | FRIDAY OF THE SECOND WEEK OF EASTER

9:00 a.m. SMOS Vince Martin Jr. by Cindy and Gary Marshall

12:00 p.m. SSJ Sam Licciardello by Sherry and Mike Stephens

APRIL 17/18 | THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

4:00 p.m. SSJ Frank E. Granata (20th Anniversary) by Theresa and the Granata Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren

4:30 p.m. SEAS Dolores Saporito by Linda Rabb

7:30 a.m. SMOS Louise Pickle by Angela and Sam Verbene

8:00 a.m. SEAS Christopher Kyle by Family

9:00 a.m. SSJ Kenneth Wood by Mary and Fred Gossett

10:00 a.m. SMOS For the First Communion Class

10:30 a.m. SEAS Kenneth Kollar by Bob Kinzler

11:30 a.m. SSJ People of the Parish

Saturdays 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

at St. Margaret of Scotland Church Noon to 1:00 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church

Please use masks and adhere to all posted safety protocol.


Please pray those who have asked for our prayers:

If you or a loved one are admitted to a hospital or nursing home, please let us know so we can get you the proper spiritual care. Because of the HIPAA law, treatment facilities are not permitted to release your information to us unless you or your family give them permission to do so.

Leo Adamo Anthony Anderson Anne Marie Birchok Brian Bishop Jim Boerio Donald Campbell Dorothy Campbell Elisa Carsia Helen Cassidy Kenneth Chase John Chraska Rose Marie Clayton Jean Conway Rosemarie Cyprowski Katie Denke Patty Drury Kathi Dvorak Jo-Ann Eller Patti Eurich Helen Fallon Richard Fallon Ron Ferrie Edward M. Flohr Gabriel Fontana Deborah Ford May Frye William Gabella Dolores Gigliotti Brandon Gross Mark Hagelauer Margaret Harkins Wayne Hayes Eileen Henefeld Mary V. Hester Melanie Hooper Patti Howcroft Noreen Joslyn Bob Karausky Joanne Keating Alice Kernan Miriam Kist Eleanor Kitt Gregory M. Klemmer Mary Klutch David Kosarich Don Krally Gloria Krally Lori Krally Darlene Kura Helen Kurek David Kushner Jackie Kushner Lollie Label

Mark Laird Larry LaSota Mary Ann Macino Arch MacLennan Laura Martin Sam Martin Carl Masciola Gina Massengill Kathy McGann Sharon McGrath Marjorie McHugh Paul McIsaac Mary Jane Mericli Virginia Miller Joan Mondine Edith Moretti John Mostowy Rocco Muffi Robin Munko Judi Novak Theodore Novak Mario Oliverio Charles Perry Diane Perry Elizabeth Pfender Louise Pickle Lou Pofi Robert Prevost Diane Pritchard Bucky Recaldini Dave Redman Paxton Renk Erica Rich Florinda Rosemeyer Sally Sabol Alice Salla Andrew Patrick Schade John Schenk Mary Socci Frank Sonson Teresa Stacy Jaime St. Ledger John Stokan Judye Suhy Bob Super Rob Super Rose Talmonti Allen Turske Stephanie Vail Mary Kay Walsh James Walther John Zajicek Kathy Zajicek

and all who are sick and in need of our prayers.

PRAYER & WORSHIP

FROM THE PASTOR

Arleen McGinn Robert McMaster Dolores Zuppello

Please pray for the souls of the faithful departed.

My most sincere thanks to all who provided their time and talent to make the Easter celebrations so joyous and beautiful: Sanctuary ministers and altar servers, choirs and musicians, decorators, church cleaners, and parish staff. Special thanks to Laura O'Keeffe and Karen Maurer for planning and hosting the "Palm Cross" workshop on Palm Sunday! Additional gratitude to Tasha Leslie, Karen Maurer and Easter Bunny "Kevin" for the wonderful Easter Egg Hunt held last weekend!

May God bless you well and abundantly for your self-less service!

Congratulations to Taylore Bickel and Natalia Rivera Silva who received at the Easter Vigil the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. May their lives be blessed abundantly. May they seek an even closer relationship with Christ, and in a deeper way, the fullness of the love of God through their practice of the Catholic Faith. Special thanks to Deacon Paul, Sharon Smoller, and Christine Martino for their assistance with the RCIA program and their companionship with our newly initiated Catholics!

Faith cannot be lived and practiced on a whim. If by whim, we will fail to know Him; we will fail to understand Him; we will fail the journey. The false idea that we can choose to recognize God, or not, to worship God, or not, foolishly ignores that there are consequences for the “nots”.


STEWARDSHIP

Note: Churches are listed alphabetically in this bulletin and online.

The regular bulletin deadline is Monday at Noon. Email: [email protected]

PARISH LIFE

At St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Larry Falick

by Mamie Falick

At. Ss. Simon and Jude: In loving memory on the

20th Anniversary of Frank Granata

by Theresa Granata and the Granata family

TABERNACLE CANDLE

Scan the code to learn more and/or get started now. OR visit our website: straphaelcgs.org

If you would like to contribute to the parish, consider using our online

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION This year’s First Holy Communion Class will celebrate the reception of the Lord’s Body and Blood for the first time at two Masses due to the large size of the class of 45 Communicants and the limited seating restrictions. These Masses are reserved for the Communicants and their families: St. Margaret of Scotland Church April 18, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Mass Ss. Simon & Jude Church April 25, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. Mass We thank parishioners for understanding the need to reserve these Masses for our Communicants and their families. Please pray for these little ones as they approach the table of the Lord for the first time.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION REHEARSAL The First Holy Communion Class will have rehearsal as follows:

Children making First Holy Communion on April 18, at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, will have rehearsal on Thursday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m. in church. Children making First Holy Communion on April 25, at Ss. Simon and Jude Church, will have rehearsal on Thursday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. in church.

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

Question: Where did the feast of Divine Mercy come from?

Answer: If you were born well before the year 2000, you know the feast of Divine Mercy has not always been celebrated in the Church. In the early 1900s, a young Polish nun began receiving private revelations. Jesus appeared to her during her times of prayer, speaking a message of mercy and love for the world. She received a set of prayers — the Divine Mercy Chaplet — and the request to have a feast day established to remind the Church of the mercy of God. St. Faustina died in 1938, on the cusp of war and in the midst of one of the most violent centuries in the history of the world. Her story and her diaries began circulating in Poland and beyond. It quickly became apparent that this was a holy young woman, and the cause for her canonization opened. In the year 2000, she was canonized by the first-ever Polish pope, St. John Paul II. On her canonization day, he established the second Sunday of Easter as Divine Mercy Sunday, “a perennial invitation to the Christian world to face, with confidence in divine benevolence, the difficulties and trials that mankind will experience in the years to come.” ©LPi

Offertory 3/25/2021 thru 3/31/2021

$22,389.00 2021 Parish Share 2021 Goal $355,255.00 3/24 thru 3/31 28,126.00 Received to date 84,788.00 Amount needed $270,467.00


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ENTRANCE HYMN | COME YE FAITHFUL RAISE THE STRAIN

Cantor, then all repeat each line

SPRINKLING RITE

Tune: GAUDEAUS PARITER, Johann Horn, c.1495-1547 Text: John of Damascus, c.675—c.749 trans. by John M. Neale, 1818-1886, alt.

Oceans of earth, sing glory to God! Praise to ….. O blessed be God for ever! Rivers and lakes, sing glory to God! Praise, all. ….. O blessed be God for ever!

Brooks of the hills, sing glory to God! Praise to ….. O blessed be God for ever! Showers and springs, sing glory to God! Praise, all ….. O blessed be God for ever!


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SECOND READING | 1 JOHN 5:1-6

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

GLORIA

1. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father.

2. Lord Jesus Christ, only begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us.

3. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

Cantor, then all repeat

FIRST READING | ACTS 4:32-35

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

RESPONSORIAL PSALM 118:1-2,16-17, 22-23

1. Give praise to the LORD, for he is good; his mercy endures forever. Let the house of Israel say, “His mercy endures forever.”

2. The LORD’s right hand has done mighty deeds; his right hand is exalted. I shall not die, I shall live and recount the deeds of the Lord.

3. The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. By the LORD has this been done, a marvel in our eyes.

Text: Psalm 118: The Revised Grail, Conception Abbey © 2010 GIA Publications, Inc. Tune: Fr. James C. Chepponis, ©1994, 2011

The community of believers was of one heart and mind, and no one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they had everything in common. With great power the apostles bore witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great favor was accorded them all. There was no needy person among them,

for those who owned property or houses would sell them, bring the proceeds of the sale, and put them at the feet of the apostles, and they were distributed to each according to need.

Beloved: Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is begotten by God, and everyone who loves the Father loves also the one begotten by him. In this way we know that we love the children of God when we love God and obey his commandments. For the love of God is this, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome,

for whoever is begotten by God conquers the world. And the victory that conquers the world is our faith. Who indeed is the victor over the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? This is the one who came through water and blood, Jesus Christ, not by water alone, but by water and blood. The Spirit is the one that testifies, and the Spirit is truth.


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GOSPEL ACCLAMATION | JOHN 20:29

GOSPEL | JOHN 20:19-31 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.” Thomas, called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples said to him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nailmarks

and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” Now a week later his disciples were again inside and Thomas was with them. Jesus came, although the doors were locked, and stood in their midst and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands, and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving, but believe.” Thomas answered and said to him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you come to believe because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples that are not written in this book. But these are written that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that through this belief you may have life in his name.

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

You believe in me, Thomas, because you have seen me, says the Lord; Blessed are those who have not seen me, but still believe!

I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven,

(bow at the following bolder words) and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

PROFESSION OF FAITH


SANCTUS / HOLY

MYSTERY OF FAITH

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OFFERTORY HYMN | SHOW ME YOUR HANDS, YOUR FEET, YOUR SIDE

Tune: ST. FLAVIAN, John Day’s Psalter, 1562 Text: Sylvia G. Dunstan, 1955-1993 © 1991 GIA Publications, Inc.


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GREAT AMEN

AGNUS DEI / LAMB OF GOD

COMMUNION HYMN | O SONS AND DAUGHTERS

1. O sons and daughters, let us sing! The King of heav'n the glorious King, O'er death today rose triumphing. Alleluia! 2. That Easter morn, at break of day, the faithful women went their way to seek the tomb where Jesus lay. Alleluia! 3. An angel clad in white they see, who sat and spoke unto the three, “Your Lord has gone to Galilee.” Alleluia! 4. That night the apostles met in fear; amidst them came their Lord most dear, and said, “my peace be on all here.” Alleluia! 5. When Thomas first the tidings heard, how they had seen the risen Lord, he doubted the disciples' word. Alleluia! 6. “My wounded side, O Thomas, see; behold my hands, my feet,” said he, “Not faithless but believing be.” Alleluia! 7. No longer Thomas then denied, he saw the feet, the hands, the side; “You are my Lord and God,” he cried. Alleluia! 8. How blest are they who have not seen, and yet whose faith has constant been, for they eternal life shall win. Alleluia! 9. On this most holy day of days, to God your hearts and voices raise, in laud, and jubilee and praise. Alleluia!

Tune: O FILII ET FILIAE, Mode II, French Carol, 15th C; accomp. by Richard Proulx, 1937-2010 ©1975, GIA Publications, Inc. Text: O filii et filiae; Jean Tisserand, d.1494; translated by John M. Neale, 1818-1866, alt.


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Lectionary excerpts ©1970, 1986, 1992, 1998, 2001 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc. Washington D.C. All rights reserved. The English translation of some Psalm responses, some Alleluia and Gospel verses, some Summaries, and the Titles and Conclusion of the Readings, from the Lectionary for Mass copyright 1968, 1981, 1997, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc., Washington D.C. All rights reserved. All music and texts reprinted with permission. Mass Ordinaries: Jubilation Mass by Fr. James C. Chepponis, b.1956. OneLicense.net # 700896-A.

RECESSIONAL HYMN | JESUS CHRIST IS RISEN TODAY

Tune: EASTER HYMN, Lyra Davidica, 1708 Text: Stanza 1, Surrexit Christus hodie, Latin 14th C.; Stanza 2-3, The Compleat Psalmodist, c.1750; Stanza 4, Charles Wesley, 1707-1788, alt.

“Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” John 20:29


ST. RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

FYI * 2021 Parish Share letters have been mailed to parishioners from our envelope company. Those who receive envelope packets have noticed that there are monthly yellow Parish Share envelopes included. These provide an option for those who may not want to commit to a specific pledge but would like to contribute toward this year’s goal of $355,255.00. Either way, your contributions benefit the entire parish!

* Offertory envelopes for May & June will be mailed out in the next couple weeks. There have been issues with the Post Office. Please contact the parish office if you have not received your envelopes by April 27.

* There are several steps involved in obtaining Sponsor/Godparent forms. This process may take up to three (3) weeks. Please contact Melissa in the parish office as soon as you know that you are in need of one. (You must be a currently registered and active parishioner.)

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Congratulations and God’s blessings to Taylore Bickel (Confirmation name: Teresa of Calcutta) and Natalia Rivera Silva (Confirmation name: Jacinta). Read more in Fr. Grecco’s article on page 3.

ARE YOUR CLEARANCES UP TO DATE? We have scheduled our very first Parish Festival for July 15, 16, and 17. We will need help from as many people as possible from the entire parish community. In order to provide a safe environment for all, Festival Volunteers are required to be in full compliance with all required certifications and background checks.

All new adult volunteers must complete the following steps.

1. Complete Safe Environment Requirements through Virtus

2. Child Abuse History Clearance a. Complete a Paper Application and Release Form

OR b. Complete an Online Application

3. FBI Clearance or Waiver

4. Protecting God’s Children On-line Class or Live Class

If you’ve already completed this process in the past, please note that some clearances must be renewed every 5 years. Go to diopitt.org to learn more.

Some volunteer positions in the parish (not festival workers) also require Mandated Reporter Training. There is a link on our website that explains more and lists online and virtual classes.

Please contact Karen Maurer to start the compliance process, or if you have questions and need further assistance: [email protected], or 412-857-5356. Don’t wait until July, you might miss the fun!


Throughout the season of Easter, we hear the Acts of the Apostles proclaimed at Mass. What are the core beliefs that the Apostles passed along to the Church and that we still profess today? To find out, follow Fr. Alek’s monthly “Wine, Cheese, and the Creed”

series. You can catch it on the Livestream from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the First Thursday of the month. If you missed any sessions, they are available on our Parish of St. Raphael YouTube channel or via the link on our parish website. As we hear the proclamation of the Resurrection throughout this Easter Season, it’s a great time to gain a deeper understanding of our beliefs so we can

grow as disciples of Jesus Christ and share the Good News with others!

ARING IVING ERVING


BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP This spring, the Parish of St. Raphael the Archangel is offering a six week Bereavement Support Group to help those dealing with the loss of a spouse, family member, or friend. Those grieving the loss of a loved one, whether recent or not, are welcome to join us for prayer, support, discussion, and fellowship. Our small group will provide a safe, confidential place to share experiences and move through grief and sorrow toward healing, but is not counseling. The group will meet live from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. on April 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 13, and 20, in the Church Hall at Saints Simon and Jude Church. Registration will be limited and masking and social distancing will be observed. Depending on the response, we may open a second group on Thursday evenings in the same location. There is no charge. Please contact Laura at 412-857-5356 or [email protected] to register or for additional information.

On this Divine Mercy Sunday, please remember in prayer all who are struggling, doubting, suffering, and grieving in our parish, our community, our country, and our world. Consider taking some time to contemplate the words our Risen Lord revealed to Saint Faustina that she shared in Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul. “May we proclaim that mercy is the greatest attribute of God. All the works of My hands are crowned with mercy.” (No. 301)

“You always console Me when you pray for sinners. The prayer most pleasing to Me is prayer for the conversion of sinners.” (No. 1397)

“There is no way to heaven except the way of the cross. I followed it first. You must learn that it is the shortest and surest way.” (No. 1487)

“My child, know that the greatest obstacles to holiness are discouragement and an exaggerated anxiety. These will deprive you of the ability to practice virtue. You should not become discouraged, but strive to make My love reign in place of your self-love. Have confidence, My child. Do not lose heart in coming for pardon, for I am always ready to forgive you.” (No. 1488)

“My child, life on earth is a struggle indeed; a great struggle for My kingdom. But fear not, because you are not alone. I am always supporting you, so lean on Me as you struggle, fearing nothing.” (No. 1488)

“Speak, My beloved child, for I am always listening. I wait for you. What do you desire to say?” (No. 1489)

“Be always merciful as I am merciful. Love everyone out of love for Me, even your greatest enemies, so that My mercy may be fully reflected in your heart.” (No. 1695)

Jesus, I trust in You!

& The Creed

Wine, Cheese



MAKING PALM CROSSES ON PALM SUNDAY.

Many thanks to all who participated and all those who helped make this event possible.


ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL

CLASSROOM CHRONICLES Each week we will highlight the amazing things that are going on in our classrooms here at St. Margaret of Scotland School.

MRS. JACLYN WALSH – 4TH GRADE:

4th Grade students had a busy start to Spring! We celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by completing a whole day of challenging

activities: graphing in Math, created Leprechaun traps along with a writing prompt, and completed a shamrock craft for

the "Blessed Trinity". “March Madness” Math was an exciting day for students! Instead of basketball teams, the kids completed a bracket of mixed multiplication and division problems! Students are now learning how to find equivalent fractions by using their multiplication and division skills. In Language Arts, 4th Grade students began a unit on “Puzzles and Mysteries'', which included a lesson on mysterious famous monsters. Students learned that not only the United States have myths and legends such as “Bigfoot”, but other countries around the world have legends of mysterious creatures like the Loch Ness Monster.


LIVING STATIONS OF THE CROSS Our Middle School and 5th Grade students did a fantastic job in presenting the Living Stations of the Cross for our Parish and School community on Friday, March 26, 2021 in Church. Special Thanks to Miss Gerrity, Miss Ianachione, Mrs. Iacchetti and Béla Pater for preparing our students for this prayer service.



The winning tickets will be pulled on April 15, 2021, and the winners will be notified by telephone that day. Watch your mail for your 5 tickets to buy or sell (at $5 each) and use the prepaid envelope to mail the stubs and payment back.

CAN WE COUNT ON YOU TO HELP US? If you need more tickets or have any questions, please contact: Tasha Leslie at 412-889-1713 or [email protected]

The Raffle will consist of three cash prizes.

First drawing - $5,000

Second drawing - $3,500

Third drawing - $1,500

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to our 5th grade boys’ basketball team for winning the Archangel Gabriel Basketball Tournament on Tuesday, March 23, 2021! They went undefeated in the tournament. We are so proud of all their hard work! Great Job!!!

St. Margaret of Scotland School is mailing Raffle Tickets to all parishioners.

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT The pandemic eliminated the 2020 Festival (our biggest fundraiser), and most of this school year’s fundraising.

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An assignment for Faith Formation students in grades K - 8 was to draw a picture or write an advertisement promoting our newly merged Parish of St. Raphael the Archangel. Here is some of the children’s work. Thanks for a good job!

Nina Buckley Our new parish, St. Raphael the Archangel, needs to continue the work of Jesus because before he ascended to Heaven he asked the apostles to baptize all nations. As time passed, we have become the apostles who have been asked to go out and do his work. We do this by being kind to others, helping others who are less fortunate, praying, and coming together at Mass. Joining the parishes together will help to make the community stronger in following out this mission because now we can all work together for the same purpose.

— written by Nina, a student in the Faith Formation Program



Our beautiful Easter Flowers were lovingly donated in honor of:

And in loving memory of:

Fr. Robert Grecco and all our priests by Jean Marie Tersak

The health of Don Baxter by Mom and Dad

Miriam Kist by Theresa Kist

Stella Schwartzmiller, Donna Azzaretto, and Christopher Azzaretto by Donna Azzaretto Paul Badusha by Wife, Daughter, and Grandsons Irene and Louis Sturman, Leah and Julius Barbera, and Anna and Victor Marcy by Irene and Julius Barbera Trish Baxter by Mom and Dad Deceased of the Betschart Family by James Betschart Deceased of the Broz and Skonieczny Families by Marian Broz Deceased of the Chiodo and Schrello Families by Mary Louise and Edward Chiodo Deceased of the Roscetti Family, and Ray Bologna by Helen Ciotto Deceased of the Cochrane and Surdyn Families by Sue and Ronald Cochrane Rose and Sam Colega by Frank J. Colega Husband, Fred F. Conroy, deceased of the Colin C. Conroy and Wm. C. Herlinger Families, and J. John and Margo Quinto by Judy Conroy

Deceased of the Delaney and Roche Families by Judy and William Delaney Nick Merle Diloreto by Elsie Diloreto John L. Doherty and Diane J. Doherty by Patricia and John Doherty Joseph R. Kail, and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. D'Uva Sr. by Fran and Arthur D'Uva Jr. Deceased of the Eger, Enrietti, and Kelly Families by Family Rita, Chester, and Jim Johnson by Marjorie and James Fisher Mary, Walter, and Bernadette France by George France Emmett and Vera Freshwater by Paula and Emmett Freshwater Al, Bob, and Tom Garner by the Garner Family Deceased of the Gaudelli and Consigliero Families by Darlene Gaudelli Sophia and Martin Gudewicz, and Edmund Gudewicz by Dorothy Gudewicz Deceased of the Hess and Henn Families by Audrey and Carl Henn Deceased of the Joyce and Borella Families by Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Joyce

Deceased of the Banyas and Kenny Families by Nancy Kenny Deceased of the Carrop and Kierzkowski Families by Myrna and Adrian Kierzkowski Leonard Kist Jr. by Theresa Kist Mom and Dad, and Kadin by Carla and Harry Krebs John Kuhn by wife Carol and Family Ann Hart by daughter Carol and Family Sam and Tony Licciardello, our parents, brothers and sisters, and Great-grandson, Maddix by Joann and Sam Licciardello Jackie Woodburn and Donald Guyaux by Leslie Lundis Eugene Fasulo and Deceased of the Cuppini and Fasulo Families by Linda and Dennis Marchetti Angel Mooris, Colleen Cloonan, and Kathy Kampe and Sons by Eileen and Robert Morris Sophia and John Moses and Antoinette and Celestino Di Sarro by Judith Moses Sue and Paul Mahotz and Mary and John Murdzak by Pat and John Murdzak


Deceased of the O'Bosky and Jagielski Families by Victoria O'Bosky Debbie, Anna, and Ray by Cindy Mum and Daddy, Aunt Margaret and Uncle Bill, Mel, Jo and Jack by the Osman and Buechler Families Deceased of the Katus and Pencosky Families by Donna and William Pencosky Jasper Provenzano and the deceased of the Provenzano and Vucie Families by Barbara Provenzano Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Smulski, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Redlinger by Nancy and Joseph Redlinger Husband and deceased family members by Margaret Roberts Celesta and Joseph Schultz and Edward Dukovic by Monica & Donald Schultz & Family Mary and Joseph Bokulich by Irene Sekelik Laura and John Senanis by Dolores Senanis

Mildred and Mike Shelleby, Mildred and Ed Tschippert, and deceased relatives, friends, and neighbors by Frances Shelleby Jadwiga and Antoni Zakrewski, Boleslawa and Stanislaw Zakrzewski, and Jadwiga and Edward Zakrzewski by the Sikorski Family Frank Sikorski, Elizabeth and Bill Godlewski, and Zofia and Thomas Sikorski by the Sikorski Family Lillian and John Radanovich and Conor McClelland by Susan Stauber Albert Sulzer by Theresa Sulzer Anna Marie Tersak and Joseph Tersak by Jean Marie Tersak Andrew A Schade, Frank Tokar, Jimmy Tokar, and deceased of the Schade and Tokar families by Mary Anne and Family Rose and John Torchia by Shirley and Frank Torchia

Nellie and Ed Goscenski, Kay and Harry Vandervort, and the deceased of the Harris and Quinn Families by Ed Vandervort Deceased of the Vazquez De León and Pérez Osorio Families by Alicia and Jorge Vazquez Deceased of the Raspet and Vogliano Families by Karen and Raymond Vogliano Rita Mae Wade by Robert Wade

Additional Donations by Kimberly and David Bissert

by Danielle Collavo

These dedications were received after the early bulletin deadline. If you missed the first listing, please see the Easter bulletin on our website. Additional dedications will be listed in next week’s bulletin.

Continued from page 17. More to come throughout the Easter Season!


THE MASS SCHEDULE IS ON THE FRONT COVER Please register online to secure your place at Mass. You may also call Melissa or Mary Kay at 412-857-5356.

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THE PARISH OF ST. RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

Serving the Catholic Community in Carnegie, Green Tree, and Scott

412-857-5356 STRAPHAELCGS.ORG

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 330 3rd Ave.

Carnegie, PA 15106

St. Margaret of Scotland Church 310 Mansfield Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15220

Ss. Simon and Jude Church 1607 Greentree Rd.

Pittsburgh, PA 15220

PARISH GROUPING STAFF

Business Manager Tim Thorsen [email protected]

Facilities Manager

Tim Castello [email protected]

Faith Formation

Sharon Smoller [email protected]

Care Ministers

Karen Maurer [email protected]

Laura O’Keeffe [email protected]

Communications Mary Kay Smith [email protected]

Flocknote Text StRaphaelCGS to 84576 Learn more: flocknote.com

SACRAMENTS

Baptisms For arrangements please call Dcn. Jim Mackin.

Marriage Arrangements must be made with one of the priests at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding.

Penance Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, and Noon to 1:00 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Church

CLERGY TEAM

Parochial Vicar Rev. Aleksandr Schrenk [email protected]

Chaplain Rev. Michael Yaksick [email protected]

In Residence Rev. Jerome Etenduk [email protected]

Rev. Robin Evanish [email protected]

Rev. James McDonough [email protected]

Pastor Rev. Robert Grecco [email protected]

Deacons Dcn. Jim Mackin Baptism Coordinator [email protected]

Dcn. Kevin Lander [email protected]

Dcn. Paul Lim RCIA Coordinator [email protected]

Ss. Simon and Jude Pre-school Director: Trish Costantino [email protected] 1625 Greentree Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15220

SCHOOLS St. Margaret of Scotland Elementary School Principal: Robert Munz [email protected] 915 Alice Street Pittsburgh, PA 15220

DIOCESE VICTIM ASSISTANCE HOTLINE

1-888-808-1235

Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator: 412-456-3093

BULLETIN DEADLINE Mondays by Noon

[email protected]

Music and Livestream

Béla Pater [email protected]

Safe Environment Karen Maurer [email protected] Administrative Assistants

Cathy Mulkerrin [email protected]

Melissa Nosenchuck [email protected]

Maintenance

John Caivano

Paul Marcinizyn maintenance @straphaelcgs.org

Saint Vincent de Paul 412-444-5424 SVdP Food Pantry at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 412-489-5848

Anointing Call the parish office for arrangements if in danger of death. If hospitalized or in a skilled nursing facility, please ask the nursing staff to contact the Catholic priest on call.

Note: You must be a registered and active parishioner for at least six months before requesting sacramental sponsor forms. Please allow three weeks for completion.

Offices: 330 3rd Avenue | Carnegie, PA | 15106

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