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CHURCH OF THE
GOOD SHEPHERD
Address:
867 Gray’s Woods Boulevard
P. O. Box 8186
State College, PA 16805
Phone:
Church Office: 814-238-2110
Pastor: 814- 238-6114
Parish Manager: 814-238-6114
Faith Formation Office: 814-238-0649
Fax:
814-238-3484
Email:
Parish Manager: [email protected]
Faith Formation: [email protected]
Youth Minister: [email protected]
Bulletin: [email protected]
Deacon Jack Orlandi: [email protected]
Website:
http://goodshepherd-sc.org/
Pastor: Fr. Charlie Amershek
Deacon: Jack E. Orlandi
Deacon: Michael A. Ondik
Parish Manager: Dee Treaster
Director of Faith Formation: Margie Meyers
Coordinator of Youth Ministry: Elaine Scutti
THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Vol. 28 No. 26
Mark 5:21-43
JUNE 28, 2015
Jesus raised the dead to life with a touch. A word. And faith. We might revive a
friendship (or a parish) if we met. And talked. And prayed.
Question of the Week
The question of the week invites the parish community to share faith by reflecting on and
discussing Sunday’s Gospel throughout the week.
Adult
When have you felt enriched by a sacrifice you made for another?
Child
Whom could you help by your acts of kindness this week?
Masses for the Week
(Unless otherwise noted, weekday Masses are held in the Word of God Chapel)
Monday ------------------------------------------ 8:00 a.m. – No Mass
Tuesday ---------------------------------------- 8:00 a.m. – No Mass
Wednesday ------------------------------------- 7:00 p.m. – For the Parish Family
Thursday ---------------------------------------- 8:00 a.m. – Chris Trombley
Friday -------------------------------------------- 8:00 a.m. – No Intentions
Saturday ----------------------------------------- 5:30 p.m. – For the Parish Family
Sunday ------------------------------------------ 9:00 a.m. – Dorothy Perry
----------------------------------------------- 11:00 a.m. – Gatto Family
Liturgical Ministers for Next Week
Eucharistic Ministers
Saturday 5:30 p.m.
Sunday
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
Cup Ministers
Bread Ministers
L. Bevan – T. Kamanayire – K. Karchner –
*NEED ONE
L. Keller – M. Schafer – T. Scheidell
**NEED ONE
D. Carver – S. Confer – R. Hoover –
*Deacon
G. Moorman – L. Reese – R. Zbiek
**T. Kearney
R. Hendrickson – A. Letwoski – Ba. Maloit –
*Deacon
M. Petersen – D. Stout – J. Vautour
**L. Hendrickson
(*does pouring/**gets ciborium)
Readers
Saturday
Sunday
5:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
C. Lucarelli
M. Mazur
L. Stout
Ministers of
Hospitality
Saturday
Sunday
5:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
Szklinski Family
Zlupko Family
Hindman Family – Allgeier Family
Children’s Liturgy
Sunday
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
Jill Putnam - Leader
Hope Licciardello - Assistant
Amelia McGinnis - Leader
Becca Lynch - Assistant
Servers
C. Olsson – I. Olsson
J. Switalski – M. Switalski
J. Sherbondy – M. Sherbondy
Cross Bearers
S. Gasimba
D. Passmore
F. Deutsch
Nursery Volunteers
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Sun.
Mon.
Tues.
Jun 28
Jun 29
Jun 30
Weds. Jul 1
Thurs. Jul 2
Fri.
Sat.
Jul 3
Jul 4
Tues.
Jul 7
Weds. Jul 8
Thurs. Jul 9
Sat.
Jul 11
Schedule of Events for this Week
Children’s Mass – 11:00 a.m.
Homebound Visits Committee Meeting – 6:30 p.m. – Great Spirit (Med.) C.R.
Prayer Shawl - 10:00 a.m. - Noon - Marge Bennett’s home
Centering Prayer - 12:00 Noon - Marge Bennett’s home
Bulletin Inputs Holiday Deadline – 5:00 p.m.
Rosary Prayer Group – 6:30 p.m. – Chapel
Scripture Study – 9:00 a.m. – Great Spirit (Med.) Conference Room
Baptism Class Session I – 6:30 p.m. - Great Spirit (Med.) Conf. Room
Centering Prayer – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Chapel and Great Spirit (Med.) C.R.
OFFICE CLOSED – Independence Day Holiday
Men at Prayer – 8:00 a.m.
5:30 Music Ministry Rehearsal – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. - Church
Schedule of Coming Events
Prayer Shawl - 10:00 a.m. - Noon - Marge Bennett’s home
Centering Prayer - 12:00 Noon - Marge Bennett’s home
Rosary Prayer Group – 6:30 p.m. – Chapel
Pastoral Council Meeting – 7:00 pm. – Christ the Servant (Lg.) Conf. Rm.
Scripture Study – 9:00 a.m. – Great Spirit (Med.) Conference Room
Baptism Class Session II – 6:30 p.m. - Great Spirit (Med.) Conf. Room
Centering Prayer – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Chapel and Great Spirit (Med.) C.R.
5:30 Music Ministry Rehearsal – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. - Church
FAMILY CORNER
Our congratulations to the following couples celebrating their wedding anniversary this
coming week:
Brian and Julia Rater
Jason & Bridget Flickinger
Joseph & Christine Walk
David & Sally Bell
Alec & Ruth Hay
Michael & Cheryl Trombley
Van & Angel Atwood
Brian & Dana Graupensperger
June 28
June 28
June 29
June 29
June 29
June 30
June 30
June 30
Timothy & Maria Miller
David & Jennifer Claus
Frank & Colleen Ritter
Matthew & Jacqueline Lintal
V. Daniel & Michele Guide
Alan & Claire Grill
John & Susan Cunningham
Michael & Melissa Hawbaker
June 30
June 30
July 1
July 1
July 2
July 3
July 3
July 3
From the Pastor’s Desk
FEAR IS USELESS. WHAT IS NEEDED IS TRUST. TO THE WIDE WAITING ARMS OF THE LORD: We extend our prayerful sympathy to Carol Pioli and her family on the death of Carol’s Mom, Ann Pioli. We have walked with Carol on this transition for her Mom, and it has taught us lessons in how God’s wisdom and mercy work in our lives. We just don’t understand it when we see it. WELCOME IN! Recently, Karen Negroski, the daughter of Bill and Jane, has registered in the parish. Karen is the young woman whose been helping Bill get to church with us. I am grateful to her, because I like having Bill with us at Mass. THREE TO GET READY: What follows are the Scripture references for next weekend’s Liturgy. I encourage you to make some time to read these readings and reflect on them in preparation for Mass next weekend 1. (Ezekiel 2:2-­‐5) God sends his friend and prophet Ezekiel to speak to Israel, a people who is hard and obstinate of heart. Lucky Ezekiel! How hard and obstinate is my heart when God calls me to change and grow? 2. (2 Corinthians 12:7-­‐10) Paul shows his human side when he complains about the thorn in his flesh. Nobody knows exactly to what he is referring. In response to Paul’s complaining, God assures him: “My grace is sufficient for you”. When has God’s grace “been sufficient for you”? (Mark 6:1-­‐6) I saw a bumper sticker yesterday which read: “Don’t believe everything you think.” The message of Jesus is so simple, and uncomplicated. Do I sometimes over-­‐think my relationship to Jesus and His Gospel? PARISH FINANCES: We hope that you were able to pick up your monthly mailing from the gathering space this weekend. (We’re trying to develop this “pick it up after Mass system” in an attempt to save money on postage.) The mailings that weren’t picked up will be sent out in the mail. Included in this mailing is a thumbnail sketch of our financial situation, including a line item look at our projected expenses for fiscal year 2015-­‐2016) The letter from me on the other side of the paper tries to portray an understanding of where we’re coming from in establishing this budget, and why. We encourage you to take some time to study the budget as it is presented. If you have any questions, members of the Finance Council will be available next Sunday, in one of the upstairs classrooms to bring our financial picture into focus. Be on the lookout for a “wall of sheep” coming to a gathering space near you.) I’ll be away this week, attending a priests’ conference in St. Louis. One of the featured speakers is Father Greg Boyle who wrote the book, Tattoos on the Heart. I’m really looking forward to his presentation. Parish Events
Peter’s Pence Collection To Be Taken Up This Weekend – The Peter’s Pence
Collection unites us in solidarity with Pope Francis and his works of charity toward those in need.
This collection will take place in our parish and throughout the Diocese this weekend. These
donations support the charitable works of our Holy Father and provide emergency assistance to
those most in need, including victims of oppression, natural disasters, and war.
An envelope for making your donation can be found in your monthly envelope packet.
We ask that you be generous in your support of this appeal and that you make your donation at
your earliest convenience.
Independence Day - July 4 – The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is a federal
holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The
parish offices will be closed on Friday of this week to give our staff a long weekend during which
to observe this holiday and to celebrate with their family and friends the freedoms that we enjoy
today through the sacrifice of others. Our regular schedule will resume on Monday, July 6.
Bulletin Deadline – Because of the short week, bulletin articles will be due on Tuesday at
5:00 p.m.
FINANCIAL UPDATE – Below you will find the financial report for May 2015. If you have
questions about the parish finances at any time, please feel free to contact a member of the
Finance Council. Their names and contact information are listed below and are also available on
the parish website at www.goodshepherd-sc.org.
GENERAL FUND
Income/Expense Report for
May 2015
and
(Fiscal YTD July 1, 2014 – May 31, 2015)
May Receipts:
$75,324.51
May Expenses:
$47,113.02
May Net Income/(Loss): $28,211.49*
YTD Receipts:
$663,945.92
YTD Expenses:
$674,049.47
YTD Net Income/(Loss): $(10,103.55)
*although May shows a surplus, there are a number of diocesan assessments due in June which
we expect to result in a significant deficit for the fiscal year.
Members of the Finance Council
Ed Galus
Rick Goulet
Doug Loviscky
Jerry McGinnis
Gary Petersen
Brandon Zlupko
Fr. Charlie
Ex-Officio Member:
Dee Treaster
238-0479 [email protected]
234-0572 [email protected]
231-0907 [email protected]
308-8551 [email protected]
238-2209 [email protected]
238-8943 [email protected]
238-6114 [email protected]
238-6114 [email protected]
RETIREMENT DATE NOW SET – As many of you know, some time ago I announced my plans
to retire. Since the duties of the Parish Manager have changed dramatically over the years, that
plan has been delayed several times as we’ve attempted to identify how best to meet our staffing
needs, especially amid the budget concerns that we now face. While our plans have not been
finalized, we do know enough to allow me to retire effective July 31. Beyond that time I will
remain on the White Rabbit Committee, while completing some long-overdue projects on a
volunteer basis and assisting wherever possible with the transition.
The financial concerns we face are real. Please join together in prayer for the health of
the parish. We ask too that you give generously of your time, talent, and treasure as we move
through these difficult times.
May Grocery Certificate Winner – Congratulations also to Connie Olsson, our May
Grocery Certificate winner. Connie received a $25 Giant Grocery Certificate simply by
participating in the parish’s Gift Certificate sales program. Eligibility to win is easy. When you
buy Giant or Weis Gift Certificates after mass or in the parish office during the week, you are
invited to complete an entry form. On the first workday following the last weekend of the month, a
member of the staff draws the form of the lucky winner from the names of those who participated
during the month. The person whose name is drawn is then notified by telephone that their name
has been selected. Certificates can either be mailed to the recipient or picked up in the parish
office
Please remember that you can help to support the parish’s General Fund by purchasing
your Gift Certificates here at Good Shepherd before you shop. You receive the full value of the
card while the parish earns 5% of every Gift Certificate sold.
Have a blessed week, everyone, and a safe and Happy Fourth!
Dee Treaster, Parish Manager
SAVE THE DATE – PARISH FAMILY PICNIC – SUNDAY, JULY 19TH
Starts at 3:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd. Please bring a covered dish to share. Lemonade, iced
tea, and cupcakes will be provided. Children’s games and activities outside. Please contact John
& Laurie Griffiths at 814-360-0085 or [email protected] with questions or to volunteer your help.
Hope to see you there!
NOVEMBER 2015 MISSION TRIP
Our
Jamaica
committee
is
organizing
an
Adult
Mission
Trip
to
Holy
Spirit in Jamaica for the 1st week of November, Saturday October 31st - Saturday November
7th 2015.
6-8 people. Mission projects will be oriented around the medical clinic,
but medical training is not required. A willing and flexible spirit is required.
Please contact JoAnn Vautour [email protected] or 814-237-1104.
SOUP FOR SALE
The Church freezer has 23 quarts of Mexican Fiesta soup and 28 quarts of French Onion soup
prepared by Lenten Fish Dinner Chef, Steve D’Aulerio. Price $5.00/quart To place an order
contact Sandi Craig at [email protected]. Orders will be filled until all are sold. Indicate your
phone number on the email so pickup can be arranged at the Church. Thank you for your support.
FOOD BANK SUNDAY
Food Bank Sunday at Good Shepherd is the second Sunday of each month. To see a list of
current needs, please visit http://scfoodbank.schoolwires.net/Page/59
PRAYER CHAIN
Please contact the following with any prayer intentions:
Ellen Jankowski – 814-231-0213; Mary Petersen – 814-238-2209; Marge Carline – 814-238-3119
Faith Formation News
Get ready to have a blast this summer! Join SonSpark Labs VBS for a fun-­‐filled week of exploring GP4U=J (God's Plan for You = Jesus)! July 20-­‐24, 9 am – Noon. Registration forms are available in the Gathering Space or online at tinyurl.com/GSVBS2015 . Please help us plan by registering now. Adult and Youth Volunteers still need to staff some important positions. Contact Dawn Lorenz for more info or to volunteer: [email protected] Calling all scientists, educators, chemistry fanatics, and physics buffs! Our VBS will be a BLAST for our kids this year, but we need your help to transform Good Shepherd into a Science Lab the week of July 20-­‐24. Please contact Dawn Lorenz (email above) If you have any of the following items that we could borrow, or would be willing to donate for the week. We promise to take good care of them and return them to you at the end of VBS: ! Leaf Blower ! Bowling Ball ! 20-­‐40 mousetraps ! Metal Shelves ! Beakers, test tubes & other lab items (for decoration only) ! Dry ice (week of VBS-­‐-­‐we will need lots of this for fun experiments!) ! Large containers (aquariums, plastic bins, snake tank-­‐-­‐minus snake, please) ! large/wall size period tables !other fun science decor! Child and Youth Protection: New Pennsylvania State laws are affecting all volunteers who have “regular, direct” contact with children and youth. This includes all adults (over 18) who work in Catechetical ministry, Children’s Liturgy of the Word and the Nursery as well as many other ministries in our parish. Brief but important meetings for volunteers will be held in the Parish Hall after all Masses July 25 and 26. Please mark your calendars. Women’s Retreat: Save the Date – Saturday, November 14, 2015, with Msgr. Paul Byrnes as retreat facilitator. We’ll continue to reflect on important women of faith. All Day. More details will be available soon, but mark your calendars! Our Next Faith and Film event is a treat for all ages. Enjoy the visual delight and beautiful music of Disney’s FROZEN on July 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. We’ll spend a few minutes after the movie discussing the themes of mercy and redemption that are important to all of us. Bring a friend! The movie is 102 minutes long and rated PG for some action and mild rude humor. No admission. We’ll provide some refreshments, too. Youth Ministry in the Warehouse
When we are at our weakest… God is at His strongest. That is what I have been
telling myself over these past few weeks. God is at His strongest… trust that…
Many of you are hearing about the financial situation of the parish at Mass this weekend and we
need to all come together and trust that God will guide us in this time. He does not have a habit of
plunging us into a dark tunnel without giving us the life giving light to see us through! To help in
the situation, Youth Ministry will take a break this summer, and will cut back a bit over this next
year. We have worked hard to provide a fun and faith infused program that meets many needs
and reaches many different levels of spirituality, as well as intergenerational hearts. What I hope to
count on is the generous volunteering spirit of all of you to continue to provide some of our favorite
activities and events this coming year.
th
Due to the situation, we will no longer be holding the Lock-In scheduled for July 17 , but hope to
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have other available happenings this year to use as a suitable make up for any 9 or 10 grader
who missed this past year’s retreat. Please note that Faith Formation will continue on a regular
schedule starting in September.
One of the changes this coming year will be to our weekly WORD and SHOUT programs. Instead,
we will try to offer one night (special themed evening, movie nights, etc.) each month if scheduling
permits, and will continue with L.O.F.T. the first and third Thursday of each month. We hope also
to continue with our annuals: Sleep Out Saturday, Advent Gingerbread Night, Senior to Senior,
etc. and will have information on the Youth Ministry bulletin boards for all events.
You can find all information on the wiki page (shepherded.pbworks.com) as well as our WORD
and SHOUT Youth Ministry Good Shepherd Facebook page and updates on Twitter
(@WORDyouthgroup). Please make sure to “Like and Follow” and check these regularly. The
Youth Ministry page in the bulletin will resume in the fall.
Please email me if you have any questions, suggestions, concerns, or just want to say “Hi” and
know that while I may not be as visible in the Warehouse, I am lifting you all in prayer as you
“TJWY” (take Jesus with you) each and every day this summer. ([email protected])
I do hope to meet a few times over the summer… for an NCYC gathering, perhaps a July “Meet
me at the movies” night, and in mid-August for our Senior Creamery night. If you are interested in
joining us for a few L.O.F.T. nights this summer, please email me… keep in touch… and continue
to lift all here at Good Shepherd in prayer. YOU are His hands and feet… YOU make a
difference… YOU are who I am counting on for support. YOU are loved…
P.S. CLASS OF 2015…go sign the door frame inside the Warehouse before you head to
college!!!
PHIL 4:13: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Big hugs…I’ll see you at Mass!
<>< Blessings, Elaine ☺ TJWY
Area Events
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS EVENTS:
Bingo – Monday, June 29, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the KC Hall, 850 Stratford Drive, in State
College. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Jackpot $1,000 in 57 numbers. Magic Numbers are $300 and
$220. Extreme Bingo $1,200. Free End of Month Game. (Lionel Bassett, 238-7003).
BETHANY RETREAT CENTER EVENTS:
Discernment Retreat – Thursday, July 9, to Sunday, July 12. Prayerfully discern God’s will in
your life for your choice of profession, job change, relationships or other important life issues.
To register or for more information visit www.bethanyretreatcenter.org, email
[email protected], or call 814-263-4855. Freewill offering accepted.
Day of Art – Wednesday, July 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch included. No experience
necessary – all art supplies included for work with ink and watercolor. Children should be
accompanied by a participating adult. Number of participants will be 20 maximum. Workshop
leaders are Anne Therese Pilikan, M.A., and Jet Schneider, M.A. Please contact Nicole Fedder
at
814-263-4855
by
Friday,
July
10,
to
register.
Email
address
is
[email protected]. A freewill offering will be gratefully accepted.
Connecting with God through Drumming – Saturday, July 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Led by Tom Campbell. Connect with God while embracing your own heartbeat rhythm. No
experience necessary – drums will be provided or bring your own. Fee is $25 per person. To
register
or
for
more
information
visit
www.bethanyretreatcenter.org,
email
[email protected], or call 814-263-4855. Freewill offering accepted.
Diocesan Events
FAMILY LIFE OFFICE EVENTS:
2015 Engaged Couples Marriage Preparation Weekends – fulfills diocesan marriage
preparation requirement. Next sessions are Nov. 6, 7 & 8. Held at the Sacred Heart
Spirituality Center in Portage.
Marriage Care - new, free, diocesan couple-to-couple ministry for couples or individuals in
stressed marriages who don’t know where to turn or what to do.
Natural Family Planning – husband and wife share responsibility; no health risks, costs
nothing. NFP is an updated, scientific, Church-approved method.
Faith & Light – Sharing Faith & Friendship with Intellectually Disabled Persons – a faith
sharing group which also includes family members, caregivers, and friends.
Retrouvaille – French for ‘rediscovery”, is a Christian peer ministry to help heal strained
marriages.
Bishop’s Message for Anniversaries – receive a special message from Bishop Mark for
someone you know who has been married 5 or 10 years.
For more information, visit www.dioceseaj.org/family-life.
PASTORAL COUNCIL MEMBERS
Edie Berrena
238-8710
Louis Berrena
238-8710
Mark Blonski
(412)231-9377
Crispolo Bloom
883-3346
Tim Miller
865-1092 / 867-7283
John Niebauer 345-6010 / 237-7977
Charles O’Neill
692-2276
Carol Pioli
574-2630
Harry Poland
329-6171 / 308-9608
Fr. Charlie
238-6114
Ex-Officio Members:
Dee Treaster
238-6114
Margie Meyers
238-0649
Elaine Scutti
639-0061
Standing Committees:
Christian Service
Jerry Jouillian
Faith Formation
Margie Meyers
Fund Raising
To be selected
Parish Family Life Marcella Fickes
Mike Fuller
Mary Petersen
Margi McGinnis
Prayer & Worship
Sandi Craig
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
FINANCE COUNCIL
Ed Galus
Rick Goulet
Doug Loviscky
Jerry McGinnis
Gary Petersen
Brandon Zlupko
Fr. Charlie
Ex-Officio Member:
Dee Treaster
238-0479
234-0572
231-0907
308-8551
238-2209
238-8943
238-6114
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
238-6114
[email protected]
General Information
Parish Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday
Office Phone: (814) 238-2110 -- Office of Faith Formation: (814) 238-0649
Visits to the Sick and Homebound:
Please be sure to call the Parish Office when you or someone you love is admitted to the hospital
and would like a visit. This may be the only way we get the information. If you have an upcoming
scheduled surgery, please consider requesting the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick ahead of
time. A perfect time to celebrate the Sacrament is after weekend mass.
Those who are homebound and would like to receive communion at home should also call the
parish office. Social visits, either at the hospital or in your home, can also be arranged through
our Visitation Committee. Please call Colette Orlandi at 692-7472.
Baptism:
Parents may prepare for the baptism of their new baby before he or she is born. For more
information or to register for this 2-part program, please call the parish office. The next sessions
will be held July 2 and July 9, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Reconciliation:
Confessions are scheduled on Saturdays at 4:15 p.m. in the Reconciliation Room in the Chapel
or by appointment.
Marriage:
Call the Parish Office at least 9 months in advance of your scheduled wedding date.
Funerals:
The parish is here to support the family in a time of loss. Please call the parish office.
Bulletin:
Bulletin articles are due in the Parish Office by Wednesday at 5:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Articles may run for up to three consecutive weeks. Inserts are limited.
Moving or changing your phone number or e-mail?
Please remember to inform the parish office of the changes to your contact information.
Parish Registration:
We would like to meet you! You may drop by or call the Parish Office to begin the registration
process. Even if your stay in State College will be relatively short, you should register as a
member of one of the two local parishes or with the Penn State Catholic Center. Parish
membership has a special importance for Baptism and Marriage.
Hearing Impaired?
Pocket-sized units (with earphones) offering a direct link to the sound system in the church are
available for your use. The units can be picked up in the sacristy before mass.