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MOST HOLY TRINITY PARISH
Parish Office: 236 Route 390, Cresco, Pennsylvania 18326
Worship Site: Msgr. McHugh Auditorium, 212 Route 390, Cresco
14th Sunday of Ordinary Time
July 05, 2015
Parish Office
Parish
Office
(570)
595-3100
(570) 595-3100
Faith Formation
Faith
Formation
(570) 595-3111
(570) 595-3111
Fax
Fax
(570) 595-3200
(570) 595-3200
Website
Website
www.mht-poconos.org
www.mht-poconos.org
Email
Email
[email protected]
[email protected]
Sunday Mass Schedule
Sunday
Mass Schedule
Saturday
4:00pm
Saturday6:00pm
4:00pm
Sunday 8:00am
6:00pm
Sunday 10:45am
8:00am
12:30pm
10:45am- Spanish
12:30pm - Spanish
Reconciliation
Reconciliation
Monday 5:30-7:00pm - Parish Center
First
Saturday5:30-7:00pm
of the month-12:00-1:00pm
Monday
Parish Center
First
Saturday
of
the
month
12:00Other times by appointment.
1:00pm
Other
times byofappointment.
Sacrament
Baptism
The sacrament is generally celebrated during
the 10:45 am
Mass on the
second Sunday of
Sacrament
of Baptism
the
month.
Parents/legal
guardians
are to
The sacrament is generally
celebrated
at
contact
the
office
early
to
arrange
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a date.
areand
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contact the
office early to
Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except
in his native place and among his own kind and in his own
house.” So he was not able to perform any mighty deed
there, apart from curing a few sick people by laying his
hands on them. He was amazed at their lack of faith.
MISSION STATEMENT
We, the Catholic community of Most Holy Trinity Parish, rich in
diversity, strive to achieve the unity that is the essence of God and the
heart of the Church. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we are called to
be faithful stewards of the apostolic tradition, to stir into flame the gifts
of God the Father, and to evangelize through our action as witnesses to
our Lord, Jesus Christ.
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sacramental of
instruction
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a date.
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couple
contemplating marriage must meet
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with a priest
at least six
prior to the
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date contemplating
of the celebration.
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the
meet
with
a
priest
at
least
six
months
prior
standard pre-nuptial investigation has been
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datebe of
the celebration.
completed,
a date can
arranged.
When the pre-nuptial investigation has
Anointing
of can
thebe
Sick
been completed,
a date
arranged.
As an aid to comfort and strengthen the sick,
Anointing
of the Sick to those
the sacrament
is administered
As
an
aid
to
comfort
and preparing
strengthen for
the
advanced in years, those
sick,
the
sacrament
is
administered
to
those
surgery and those in danger of death.
advanced
years,
those
preparing
for
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office
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and
those
in
danger
of
death.
ments.
Contact the office to make arrangements.
Sacrament of Holy Orders
An Catholic male who feels that God maybe
calling him to serve His people as a deacon
or priest, should talk to the pastor.
Pastor: Rev. John Boyle
Parochial Vicar: Rev. Gregory Loughney
Retired Deacon: Ron Verkon
MHT PARISH MASS INTENTIONS
7/06
8:15am
MHT-PC
Frein Family
Friend
7/07
8:15am
MHT-PC
Paul Stassi
Kathy Everett
7/ 08
8:15am
MHT-PC
Michael
Matarazzo
Vickey & Joe
Matarazzo
7/09
8:15am
MHT-PC
Bernard O’Neill
Kathy & Joe
Collapy
7/10
7:00am
MHT-PC
Joseph Mahon
Susan Navarra
7/11
4:00pm
MMS
Lorraine Butch
Fred & Lorraine
Peil
6:00pm
MMS
Janice Hornby
Mom & Dad
8:00am
MMS
Joseph Ambriano
Joe Ferraro
10:45am
MMS
Charles Chingas
Dolores Chingas
12:30pm
MMS
The Souls in
Purgatory
Norma Chabot
Email Addresses
Fr. Gregg: [email protected]
Main Office: [email protected]
Faith & Family Life Coordinator: [email protected]
Weekday Masses
MHT Parish Center
Mon-Thurs:
8:15am
Fri:
7:00am
All regular weekday Masses are celebrated at the Parish
Center, 236 Route 390 in Cresco. Please call the office to
confirm the time of your weekday Mass intentions.
Parish Office Hours
Monday
9:00am - 8:00pm
Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 12noon
Introduction to the Liturgy of the Word
First Reading Ezekiel 2:2-5
They are a rebellious house but shall know that a
prophet has been among them.
Psalm 123
“Our eyes are fixed on the Lord,
pleading for his mercy.”
Second Reading 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
I will boast in my weaknesses, in order that the
power of Christ may dwell in me.
Gospel Mark 6:1-6
A prophet is not without honor except
in his native place.
A major theme in Mark’s Gospel is the faith of the
people whom Jesus encounters. In contrast to last
week’s stories about Jairus and the woman with the
incurable illness, the people from Jesus’ hometown
deride him and take offense at him. Because of
their lack of faith, Jesus is unable to perform any
might deeds there. God is always reaching out to
us, but we must also be willing to respond to God’s
invitation. How is God reaching out to you in today’s readings?
7/12
For all the Military Men & Women both
abroad and home who serve our Country.
God Bless them all!
Most Holy Trinity Parish Stewardship
Weekend of June 27/28
Sunday Collection
$7072.00
Peter’s Pence
$1346.00
Thank you for your generosity to our parish.
Word of Life
“By following Jesus’ new Commandment of unselfish love,
our lives can be richly fulfilling, and marked by joy and
peace. In contrast, treating others as either means or obstacles to one’s self-serving goals, while never learning to love
generously, is an impoverished way to live.”
-Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo
[Former] Chairman , Committee on Pro-Life Activities
Statement for Respect Life Month, September 26, 2011
Please pray for:
All Parish Family Members: listed in our
Prayer intention book.
For those who serve: Please remember the
thousands of men an women serving
overseas, daily risking their lives.
PARISH ACTIVITIES
Parish Calendar
Fr. Patrick J. McCormick of Cross Catholic
Outreach will be visiting our parish next weekend to
speak at all the Masses on behalf of the poor in
developing countries. Cross Catholic Outreach was
founded to create a meaningful link between
parishes in America and the priests and nuns
working in the Church overseas in the Caribbean,
Africa, Asia, Central and South America.
Pick a Purse
Raffle
New Vera Bradley/ New Coach Bags
Vera Bradley Tickets: 1 for $2 for 3 for $5
Coach: 1 for $3 for or 2 for $5
All monies raised will go to the building fund for
our new church. The raffle will run until costs are
covered.
Tickets are available for purchase after all of the
Masses.
4:00pm-7:00pm
6:00pm-7:00pm
Monday, July 6
Adoration (Chapel-Parish)
Legion of Mary
7:00pm- 9:00pm
7:00pm- 9:00pm
Tuesday, July 7
Knights of Columbus
Choir Practice (Parish Ctr.)
10:00am-12noon
6:00pm-8:00pm
7:00pm-9:00pm
Wednesday, July 8
ESL (Parish Ctr.)
ESL (Parish Ctr.)
Golf Tournament Mtg.
(Parish Ctr.)
C OMMUNITY O UTREACH
Most Holy Trinity Parish is hosting
weekly a meal for the Community on
Wednesdays, 12 noon to 1:00 at
Mountainhome United Methodist
Church.
Questions? Call Madeleine Forssell 570-595-6491
Volunteer Coordinator Nancy Santi 570-595-5063
The purveyor on June 24 was Capri Pizza in
Mountainhome. Desserts were provided by
The Barrett Township Historical Society.
RETREATS
POCONO MEN’S CORNERSTONE
What is cornerstone? Cornerstone is a 26-hour
experience that provides us with an opportunity to
reflect, renew and strengthen our faith while meeting
other men in our Christian community. It will be
held at the Villa of Our Lady Retreat House, Mount
Pocono on August 7-8, 2015. Please check our
website for more information www.mht-poconos.org
Attention Most Holy Trinity parishioners; do you
have 3 hours to volunteer once every 7 weeks? If you
filled out a Time and Talent survey and you haven’t
heard from us, then we need you!!! We would love to
have you as one of our Ecumenical Community Meal
Volunteers. Please call Nancy Santi 570-595-5063 for
more details.
MHT BINGO
Every Thursday
Msgr. McHugh School
212 Route 390, Cresco
Doors open at 5:00pm, Kitchen opens at 5:30pm
Food provided by Tom’s Country Kitchen. Dinner, snacks, drinks and dessert will be available.
Early Birds 6:15pm, Regular Bingo 6:30pm
Weekly door prizes, jackpots and more.
Questions, call Madeleine (570) 595-6491
B r i n g t h i s a d a n d re c e i v e $ 2 o f f a d mi s s i o n , o n e p e r p e r s o n
Attention Ladies of the Parish!
Don’t throw away that gently used purse or
pocketbook. Please bring it to the Parish Center and
donate it to the Ladies Guild for our Annual Purse
Sale taking place on Sunday, September 13, 2015.
More details to follow. Questions call
(570) 595-6491
Thank You!
Yes, it takes a "Village" or a "Parish" to do the job!
MHT's Bingo committee would like to thank all the
following volunteers for their commitment to our ongoing 2015 Bingo. This ministry would not work
without all the donated hours from these loyal volunteers.
Registration Information for:
Boys and Girls Basket Ball Camps
Father and Son Weekends
Available by visiting
www.dioceseofscranton.org
Click on “Camp St. Andrew” under
Social Services
Phone : (Sept. - June) 570-226-4606
Phone : (July - Aug.) 570-836-2975
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Catholic Charismatic Renewal
Our Diocesan Catholic Charismatic Renewal is sponsoring its 33rd annual conference at the University of
Scranton during the weekend of July 31-August 1.
This year’s theme is: “Father That They May be
One Jn. 17:21” and we will focus on unity in diversity reflecting on the call of Pope
Francis,
“Building the unity of the Church is the task of every
Christian.”
The Conference will feature a variety of inspiring
speakers and uplifting music. Mass is celebrated
each afternoon. A well-stocked book/gift store will
be available. Separate tracks for Children and Youth
are also available. The full-weekend Registration
Fee is $50 before July 17 and $65 after July 17. SinD IOCESAN N EWS
gle-day registration is also available. Commuting
and brown-bagging is encouraged, while dormitory
Mass in Remembrance of Victims of Violent or
housing and cafeteria meals are available at a moderTragic Death
ate cost. For Registration Forms, please write to:
The Diocese of Scranton is offering the annual Mass CCR, PO Box 3306, Scranton PA 18505, call the
in remembrance of victims of violent or tragic death. CCR Office at 570-344-2214,
This Mass is offered for the families and friends of or email [email protected]
those who have died in tragedy, especially through
murder, suicide, and accident.
Msgr. McHugh School in Cresco
Jeff and Beverly O'Lear, Chuck Daniels, Nathan
Strunk, Jackie Stirr, Elaine, Trevor and Colin Sekula,
Pat Price, Linda Langdon, Madeleine Forssell, Kate
Woerhle, Ken Calemmo, Bob Reilly, Luba Rose,
Kent Madere, Bill Musa, Dom Dileo, Rob Sullivan,
Chloe, Al and Patty Sicignano, Diane Edwards, Deb
Youngfelt, Deb Zito, Daniela Rivera, Annie Nicastro
and Paul Layman. You ask, who's missing? You are,
please come out on a Thursday night and play Bingo.
Yes, we need YOU! All proceeds are given to the
church. Any questions, please call (570) 595-6491.
Employment Opportunities:
The Mass is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2015 at
7:00 p.m. in Saint Peter's Cathedral, 315 Wyoming
Middle School Math Teacher and Music Teacher
Ave. Scranton. All persons who have lost a loved
one through tragic and traumatic death are invited to Applicants must hold valid Pennsylvania certification
in Middle School Math or Music. Interested applicants
this liturgy.
should send resume, copy of certificate, clearances,
We ask that the names of deceased loved ones are three letters of reference, and printed teacher
registered on registration forms which are available in application, available at www.dioceseofscranton.org,
the parish office or accessed on the Service and by July 17, 2015 to 212 Rt. 390 Cresco, PA 18326
Social Concerns webpage on the Diocese of
Attn: Principal or email to
Scranton’s website, www.dioceseofscranton.org.
[email protected].
Summary Report of our Feasibility Study
Purpose Statement
The purpose of the Feasibility Study was to:
1. Determine the attitude of the parish community toward the proposed capital plans.
2. Determine the current commitment level of the parishioners towards the project.
3. Determine the level of support for a possible Capital Campaign to fund the project.
4. Present the findings of this study to parish leadership and, in turn, Bishop Bambera.
Analysis
A single written and web-based survey was employed to collect data for the Feasibility
Study. A total of 360 surveys were received; 62 were from interviews and 298
completed in-pew or mailed to the parish. The response to the survey was excellent.
We needed only 30% of active households to “validate” the Feasibility Study and we
had almost 60% of active households.
Observations
Observations are based on comments, suggestions, impressions, and various written
materials reviewed, along with an interpretation based on our previous experience.
The following observations were noted during this study:
1. The number of parishioners responding to the surveys indicating that they think
Most Holy Trinity is a very good to superior parish is much higher than the norm.
2. The overall survey response is well above the norm.
3. There were some negative responses to the proposed new church building, but
those individuals mostly all offered financial support. Most of their comments
related to the size and timing, not the project need.
4. Miscellaneous comments that depart from the project were limited.
5. There were a number of participants giving Most Holy Trinity an average rating.
6. The challenge with the Feasibility Study and the entire project is the loss of two
Pastors in 18 months.
Conclusions
Conclusions are based on direct interpretation of surveys and personal interviews.
After analysis, study, and prayer, the following conclusions have been reached:
1. There are 85% of the survey respondents who said they had some or a great deal of
knowledge of the project. This is a result of leadership keeping the project in front of
the people.
2. There are 81% of parishioners who are supportive or very supportive of the building
expansion, which is an excellent response.
3. Financial, emotional, and hands-on support for the Capital Campaign is very good at
82%.
4. 58% of respondents are confident that $2 million can be raised. Midrange giving is more
than $1.4 million. The response was from only 327 of more than 1,579 households. Thus,
the recommendation to move forward with a $1.5 million campaign is conservative.
5. There is an excellent working core of volunteers (88) to assist with campaign
preparation and solicitation of funds.
Recommendations
Recommendations are based on our observations and conclusions. The following
recommendations are respectfully submitted:
1. We recommend that you move forward with a Capital Campaign. You have 81% of
parishioners who are supportive to very supportive.
2. An immediate and extensive communication/education plan should be undertaken
of the proposed projects at Most Holy Trinity.
3. We recommend you move forward with a Campaign goal of $1.5 million and a
stretch goal of $2 million. Identified potential givers showed a tremendous
willingness to give to this effort. Remember, we cannot evaluate Capital
Campaigns by the scope of the work we have decided on and whether or not our
parishioners reach the arbitrary goal we have given to them in what that project
cost is — we must evaluate them by what a parish is capable of typically. In the
sense of Most Holy Trinity, they have soared over any expectation anyone would
have thought at the onset of this Feasibility Study process. The parish should hear
this message in whatever communication comes after this study.
Summary
There is 81% support from parishioners to move forward with a Capital Campaign to
expand facilities. However, current financial support makes moving forward with one
campaign unlikely. To pay for the total expenses, it may take two Capital Campaigns.
Engaged church members recognize the need for multi-purpose space as vital to
youth and family ministry. Parishioners listing themselves not involved or were
involved years ago, love the parish, but generally do not see the need for increased
ministries to the youth of the parish. It is imperative that a comprehensive
communication plan is started immediately to explain why the shift in plans.
Additionally, parishioners have asked for a complete accounting of funds given to
date and the cost of future construction.
There were 60% of active parishioners who completed a survey, which is above the
norm. Parishioners responding indicated an 81% response of supportive to very
supportive of the Capital Campaign. We look for 50% supportive to very supportive
for a Capital Campaign.
Typically a parish should feel a sense of tremendous accomplishment, if their midrange giving was identified to be in the range of 2-2.5 times its yearly giving to the
offertory. Most Holy Trinity soared over that figure, with a midrange almost three
times its yearly giving! This is an outstanding and exemplary example of a church full
of individuals ready to sacrifice and do all they can to build their church for the new
parish they have formed, in spite of some very challenging times in this parish’s early
life.