Divine Mercy Parish
312 Davis St., Scranton, PA 18505 / 570-344-1724 / www.divinemercyparish.us
Worship Schedule
Saturday……..4:00PM & 5:30PM
Sunday………….8:00AM, 11:00AM
& 5:00PM
Monday - Friday…………..12:10PM
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday 11:00AM - 11:45AM
or anytime by appointment
Eucharistic Holy Hour
Wednesday 6:00PM
Sunday Evening Prayer
Sunday 6:00PM
Office Hours
9:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Thursday
9:00AM - 3:00PM Friday
Religious Education Office
5:00PM - 9:00PM Tuesday & Thursday
9:00AM - 11:00AM Sunday
Fax Number: 570-344-1787
School Information
All Saints Academy
570-343-8114
Holy Cross High School
570-346-7541
Head Groundskeeper
Martin Montoro
Assistant Groundskeeper
John Nestor
Sacristans
William Castaldi, Anthony DelVecchio,
Edward Fortuna, Sal DeFrancesco, Daniel Burke,
Michael Boyko, Jeffery Manzo
Office Staff
Rev. Francis L. Pauselli
Pastor
[email protected]
William Drazdowski
Parish Consultant
[email protected]
Brittain Banull
Director of Religious Education
[email protected]
Nicholas Katchur
Director of Music
[email protected]
Michele Manzo
Office Assistant
[email protected]
Parish Council
Michele Manzo
Ann Marie Cawley
Lois Fuller
Mary Ellen McDonough
Joseph Walsh
Edward Fortuna
Margaret MacArt
Cathleen Shields
Kathryn Moceyunas
Jamie Hayes
Dominick Georgetti
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Weekend of June 6 & 7, 2015
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THE WORD IS THE PRESENCE OF OUR LORD THROUGH SCRIPTURE, THE FOUNDATION UPON WHICH WE CAN CONTINUE TO BUILD OUR FAITH.
Religious Education / Life Long Faith Formation (Advent and Lent Bible Study) / Vacation Bible School / RCIA /
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Religious Education News:
From Brittain Banull DRE
Vacation Bible School Information
Vacation Bible School is scheduled for Monday, July 13th through Friday, July 17th. Registration will begin in the next
few weeks. Erin Burke will again lead our VBS team. We are seeking new volunteers and invite back all who did such
a great job last year. Even if you can only help for one or two days, please volunteer. The success of this parish program depends on you. If you would like to volunteer, please call Erin at 570-941-0703.
From the Desk of Father Pauselli
Congratulations to Ryan Joseph McNally, Brayden Michael Polasky, and Zella Rose Rogers who will be baptized this weekend at Divine Mercy. Ryan Joseph is the son of Patrick McNally Jr. and Lori Delvecchio. He was born on March 28, 2015.
Brayden Michael is the son of Michael Polasky and Lindsay Brode. He was born on September 10, 2014. Zella Rose is the
daughter of Brian Rogers and Jessica Cruise. She was born on September 9, 2014. May the Lord bless these children and their
families on the day of their baptism!
Sunday, June 21, is Father’s Day. In the days following Father’s Day, nine Masses will be offered for the Fathers whose
names are remembered on the altar. Have your Father included in the Masses by filling out the envelope in your monthly
packet or pick up a Father’s Day envelope on the table in the center vestibule. There is also a greeting card to let your Father
know of this special remembrance. Have a great week!
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS
HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly
The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ
June 7, 2015
“He sent two of his disciples and said to them: „Go into the city and a man will meet you, carrying a jar of water.
Follow him. Wherever he enters say to the master of the house, „The teacher says, „Where is my guest room
where I may eat the Passover with my disciples.‟… „Make the preparations for us there.‟”
On this solemn feast, on which we as Catholics are reminded of the special and real Presence of Christ in the sacrament
of the Eucharist, Mark helps us set the scene. Those close to the Lord are sent to make sure all is ready. One man will
lead them to another, whose task it was to have the site ready to receive Christ and celebrate the last supper.
I am one of the two called to make preparation to receive the Lord again in my life. I am reminded how special it is. The
Eucharist is a gift, the center of our faith. Like the centurion I repeat the words ‘Lord I am not worthy…’ but I should add,
‘make me worthy of so great a gift. Help me to devoutly prepare well for the reception of Your gift for me. Make my faith
strong to say I believe in your presence in this sacrament, and welcome you to my heart.’
Like the two disciples on the road to Emmaus I also say “Stay with us for it is almost evening… And He does!
HOSPITALITY MINISTRY
Men and women who have available time in the morning are invited to participate in Serving Families and Friends who
are grieving. Duties of the greeters are to offer a warm welcome to guests and provide the program which will help them
take part in the Funeral Mass. Volunteers may stay for the Mass or leave after the family and friends have been seated.
Members of the Hospitality Committee might be called to help once or twice a month. Please call Rose Marie Kloss at
570-562-0871 for more information.
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WORSHIP IS THE TANGIBLE EXPRESSION OF OUR LORD’S LOVE FOR US AND OUR RESPONSE TO HIM IN A CONCRETE AND LOVING EXPRESSION OF FAITH.
Liturgy Committee / Art and Environment / Holy Hour Eucharistic Adoration / Evening Prayer / Music Ministry / Eucharistic Ministers / Lectors / Altar Servers / Choirs / Cantors / Musicians / Ushers and Sacristans / Hospitality
Mass Intentions
Monday—6/8/2015
Tuesday—6/9/2015
12:10PM
12:10PM
For the Living and Deceased
Mary Grace Langan
mothers remembered on the altar Requested by Edward and Jeanne Zaloga
Wednesday—6/10/2015
12:10PM
John R. and Marie Walsh
Thursday—6/11/2015
12:10PM
Lillian Lubash
Requested by Mike and Donna Walsh
Requested by her family
Friday—6/12/2015
12:10PM
Robert Ochall Jr.
Saturday—6/13/2015
4:00PM
David Wayne Maas
Saturday—6/13/2015
5:30PM
Mass for the People
Requested by Corinne Walukonis
Requested by Barbara and Tony Allen
Sunday—6/14/2015
8:00AM
Arlene L. Eastman
Sunday—6/14/2015
11:00AM
Joseph D’Andrea
Sunday—6/14/2015
5:00PM
Daniel Donovan
Requested by Robert Eastman
Requested by Karen Insalaco
Requested by his family
Liturgical Minister Schedule for June 13/14
Cantor
Lector
Lector
EM
EM
EM
EM
AS
4:00PM SAT
Ned Abrahamsen
Dorothy Bouselli
Germaine Helcoski
Patrick Tobin
Carol Trapper
John Pocius
Cathy Pocius
Patrick Burke
5:30PM SAT
Michael Kavulich
Edward Fortuna
Beth DeFrancesco
Cathy Shields
Tom Shields
----------Kate DeFrancesco
8:00AM SUN
Nick Katchur
Suzanne Ritterbeck
Joseph Surridge
Rose Marie Kloss
Marge MacArt
----------Ryan Semyon
11:00AM SUN
Barbara Malinowski
Michael Tedesco
Roseann Tedesco
Chris Musso
Barb Poplawski
Pat Quinn
Zita Timlin
Bridget Barnic
5:00PM SUN
Eileen Hayes
Kevin Grebas
Karen May
Kathy Boyle
Karin Conway
----------Matthew Yatzun
Ministry Schedule
The Ministry Schedule for July through September will be released on June 19th. Contact Nick at the Parish Office by
June 17th if you have any scheduling conflicts, would like to change your Mass time preference or be taken off the
schedule.
We are always happy to see new volunteers coming forward to share their gifts with our parish community. If you are
interested or know of someone who may be interested in participating in any of our many ministries, contact Nick at the
Parish Office for more information on how to get involved!
Contact info: office phone - 570-344-1724 / e-mail - [email protected]
Divine Mercy Parish Music Ministry
Divine Mercy Parish is currently seeking new Cantors!
If you are interested in participating in the Cantor ministry, please contact Nick
at the Parish Office (570-344-1724).
**Ability to read music is NOT required.**
SUNDAY EVENING PRAYER
EVERY SUNDAY AT 6:00PM
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Picnic 2015 June 4-5-6
WE ARE THE PEOPLE OF GOD. WE STRIVE TO BE THE FACE OF GOD FOR OTHERS IN OUR PARISH
AND THE PEOPLE WE MEET DAILY IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Parish Breakfast / Craft Fair / Calendar Party / Parish Picnic / Movie Night / Doughnut Sunday / First Friday and Lenten Friday
Luncheons / Clothes Shed and Coat Drive / Easter Egg Hunt / Breakfast with Santa / Concerts
Coordinating Team Members: Tom Cerep, Mary Theresa Montoro, Chris Musso,
Karen Grzyboski, Jen Roever, Bill Drazdowski, and Marge MacArt
Picnic Quilt
A special thank you to our Divine Mercy Parish quilters, Ann Reap, Jeanne Samer, Ceil Yarema, Barbara Sherbo, Louise
Pawlowski, and Sylvia Conte for donating a beautiful queen size quilt for this year’s picnic!
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The Minooka Lions Club will offer three (3) awards to High School Seniors who plan to attend, or students currently
attending a two or four-year college, university or technical institute. Eligibility requirements for these awards are as
follows:
1. Must be a resident of Minooka or the son or daughter of an active Minooka Lion.
2. Must be accepted by or attending an accredited two or four year college or technical institute.
3. Must be of good moral character.
Scholarship applications may be obtained from any Minooka Lions Club member. Submit all information to Mr. John
Pocius, 2933 Cedar Ave., Scranton PA by Friday, June 12, 2015.
Please support Relay for Life on June 20, 2015 at PNC Field
in Moosic. You can register individually, join a team, or simply
make a donation to the American Cancer Society.
Many of our parishioners have joined Gary‟s Team #29 in
memory of Gary Lukasiewicz. If you are interested in supporting
research for childhood cancer, please register under Gary‟s Team
#29. Team shirts can be purchased for $8-$12 (depending on size)
by contacting Cheryl Lukasiewicz at [email protected]
For further information and registration, visit main.acsevents.org
St. Joseph’s Center Auxiliary is Looking for Your Help
The Annual Summer Festival to benefit St. Joseph’s Center will be held on the grounds of Marywood University on July
24, 25 and 26, 2015. The Auxiliary is asking for your help to stock our General Store, Holiday Hut and Bookworm
Booth with items for sale. Bestsellers are new or “gently used” hardcover books, paperback books, DVD’s, audiobooks, any holiday decorations, frames, candles, figurines, dishes, kitchen ware, serving items, toys, and home décor.
No clothing please. Drop off days will begin on Wednesday, May 20 and continue until the end of June. Donations will
be accepted on Wednesday’s 6:00 -8:00 pm and Saturday’s 9:00-11:00 a.m. at our warehouse located at 320 Blakely
Street, Dunmore, PA. Please use the entrance on the W. Pine Street side of the building. Call 570-963-1290 for more
information.
Tree of Life
We have consulted with one of the industry leaders in donor walls to construct what is known as a
“Tree of Life.” Leaves on this tree are available for purchase by parishioners who would like to remember a loved one, commemorate a special event, or simply make a donation to improve our Parish
life. If you are interested, please contact Bill at the Parish Office.
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THROUGH SCRIPTURE WE KNOW GOD CALLS US TO SERVE OTHERS.
WE ARE A PARISH COMMUNITY COMMITTED TO HELPING THOSE IN NEED.
Eucharistic Outreach / Divine Mercy Table / Social Concerns Committee / Food Pantry Support /
Blood Drive / Holiday Donations / Souper Bowl of Caring
Coordinating Team Members: Mike Abdalla, Marguerite Coyle, Joanne Corbett, Cathy Genovese,
Rose Marie Kloss, Sr. Janet Jeffers, Bill Drazdowski, and Michele Manzo
BLOOD DRIVE/HEALTH FAIR PLANNING
The Social Concerns Committee is again planning a Blood Drive in the Parish Center on
Saturday, July 25, from 9 A.M. until 3 P.M. Having done this for the first time last year,
we believe this year’s drive can be bigger and more successful. Further details on Blood
Donation will be available as we move closer to the date.
In addition, we are looking at the possibility of a "Health Fair" throughout the day with
health care providers/vendors volunteering their services. We are looking for parishioners
who work in health care services as vendors or individuals working in the healthcare profession who may be interested in donating their time.
Monday • June 8
Weekday
2 Cor 1:1-7/Mt 5:1-12
Tuesday • June 9
Weekday
2 Cor 1:18-22/Mt 5:13-16
Wednesday • June 10
Weekday
2 Cor 3: 4-11/Mt 12:17-19
Thursday • June 11
St. Barnabas
Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-3/Mt 5:20-26
Friday • June 12
The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Ho 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9/Ep 3:8-12, 14-19/
Jn 19: 31-37
Saturday • June 13
Weekday
2 Cor 5:14-21/Mt 5:33-37
Sunday • June 14
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Ez 17:22-24/2 Cor 5:6-10/Mk 4:26-34
If you would like to assist, please respond no later than June 1 to give us an idea of who
would like to be part of the health fair and in what way you would be able to assist. The
Committee is open to hearing your ideas as well as any questions you may have. If you
are interested, please email your ideas in this regard to Marty Castaldi at
[email protected] and/or Sr. Janet at [email protected]. We look forward
to hearing from as many of you as possible.
Together, as a parish, we can make it happen.
Mass Attendance
May 30 – 31
Saturday
4:00PM
232
5:30PM
161
Sunday
8:00AM
11:00AM
187
231
5:00PM
155
Important June Dates
The Greatest Gift
Do you have a family member or neighbor who cannot leave their home to attend Mass
and receive the Blessed Sacrament? Our Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are
here to serve your loved ones by bringing them the gift of Christ Himself, the greatest gift
that can be given. If you know of someone we should be serving, please contact Vince
Klingler at 570-205-5716 or [email protected] for arrangements.
Used Clothing Drop-Off Shed
Sponsored by the Divine Mercy Parish Youth Group
Items Accepted:
All clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, purses, blankets, sheets,
pillowcases, drapes and stuffed toys.
(Please no rags, fabric scraps, pillows, toys or household goods)
-Send clothing to people who can use it all over the U.S. and World.
-Help the environment by keeping your clothing out of the landfill.
-Receive a tax deduction for your donation. Receipts are on the shed.
**Help us keep your donations clean and dry.**
If possible, please put them in tied or closed bags. Thanks!
June 10:
Parish Pastoral Council
Meeting - 7:00 PM