ST BERNADETTE CHURCH
5930 S. Abbott Rd. Orchard Park, NY 14127
716.649-3090 www.StBernadetteOPNY.org
Ministerial & Support Staff
Pastor:…...Fr. Paul D. Seil TWITTER: @BuffaloPadre
Parochial Vicar Fr. Seán Paul Fleming
Deacons: …Ed Howard, Steve Schumer
Pastoral Minister: Sr. Rosemary Riggie
Director of Faith Formation: Sharon Urbaniak
Youth Minister.…... Patrick Murphy
Parish Business Manager…Patrick Haefner
Maintenance….Dave Clarkson
Advocate for People w/Special needs: Heidi Mack
Trustees: Robert J. McDonnell, and Jennifer DePalma
Pastoral Council Leader: Tony LaMarca
Mercy Sisters in Residence: 716- 202-1478
Religious Ed: 716-648-1720
PARISH OFFICE: 716 649-3090
Tears often are only correct response
to suffering, pope tells youths
MANILA, Philippines (CNS) -- The realities of life
described by young people, especially the tearful
question of a 12-year-old girl about why God allows
suffering, led Pope Francis to set aside the first text he
had prepared for a meeting Jan. 18 with the young
people of the Philippines. "Certain realities in life can
only be seen through eyes cleansed by tears," the
pope said after listening to Glyzelle Palomar, who used
to live on the streets but now has a home thanks to
the foundation for street children Pope Francis visited
in Manila. Palomar spoke after Jun Chura -- a 14-yearold rescued from the streets by the same foundation -described life on the streets as a struggle to find
enough to eat, to fight the temptation of drug use and
glue sniffing, and to avoid adults looking for the young
to exploit and abuse. Covering her face with her hand
as she wept in front of the microphone, Palomar asked
the pope, "Why did God let this happen to us?" As
some 30,000 young people looked on at the University
of Santo Tomas, the pope kissed the top of Palomar's
head and pulled her close for a big hug, then
embraced her and Chura together.
C. Copyright 2015 Catholic News Service.
All Rights Reserved. Used with permission.
WEEKLY REPORT
Goal: $500,000
Received so far:
$279,355.50
55.9% of goal collected
Drive ends August 31, 2015
MASS SCHEDULE
Sat. 5PM , Sun. 7:30, 9 ,11 & 6:30PM
Mon-Fri - 7:00 & 11:30 AM.
Saturday Morning: 9AM
Confessions Saturday: 4-4:45PM
6:30 Sunday NIGHT through May
Perpetual
Exposition of the
Blessed
Sacrament.
Call for the door Code.
Fair Trade Coffee & Scrip Cards in the Vestibule near the Early Childhood Academy
ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
ORCHARD PARK, NY
...Especially
MASS
INTENTIONS
Joan Violanti, Richard Cohen, Robert Conroy, Laurie Luke,
Jonah DeLang, Harold & Barb Dumain, Paul Pietrzak,
Howard Benz, Chuck Haefner, Donovan Purdon, Francis
Romance, Mary Ann Huber, Fr. Peter Cronin, Fr. Peter
Tremblay, John Aldrich, Andrea Bence, Ed Billman,
Margaret Birt, Peter Brady, Mike DeBellis, Patrick &
Nancy Egan, Diane Erickson, Trisha Hartmayer, Kim
Holmes, Cole Huson, Sallie & Kirk Janowiak, Alexis Kaz,
Bob Lindenfeld, Audrey Livingston, Christopher LoJacano,
Beverly Marcy, John Millen, Jacob Murphy, Tyler Rohauer,
Geri Rosiek, Tammy Ross, Jim Schleuter, Tim Sliwinski,
Mary Stanton, Candice Tortorice, Christian Tremblay,
Joseph Warnes, Ella Wintringer.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24
5:00
Richard M. McCarthy (Birth) by Nancy & Children
SUNDAY, JAN. 25 - 3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:30
9:00
11:00
6:30PM
For the Parishioners of St. Bernadette by Fr. Paul
Dr. Eugene Michael Sullivan by Barb Haller
Eleanor Jarousz by Phyllis Sindel
Life Teen Mass @ St. Bernadette’s
MONDAY, JANUARY 26 - STS. TIMOTHY AND TITUS
Please pray for all the recently deceased, especially
Diana Houseknecht.
7:00 Joseph Syta by Monday Night Bowling League
11:30 Owen W. Preusch by Patti & Bob Rucker
Please also pray for our active deployed military and
their families.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 - ST. ANGELA MERICI
7:00
11:30
Trisha Dunn by The Cleary Family
Bernard Gemza (Birth) by Theresa Gemza
READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN. 25, 2015
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28 - ST. THOMAS AQUINAS
7:00
11:30
Sunday:
Jon 3:1-5, 10/1 Cor 7:29-31/Mk 1:14-20
Monday:
2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Mk 3:22-30
Tuesday:
Heb 10:1-10/Mk 3:31-35
Wednesday:
Heb 10:11-18/Mk 4:1-20
Thursday:
Heb 10:19-25/Mk 4:21-25
Friday:
Heb 10:32-39/Mk 4:26-34
Saturday:
Heb 11:1-2, 8-19/Mk 4:35-41
Next Sunday: Dt 18:15-20/1 Cor 7:32-35/Mk 1:21-28
Lena LaMarca by Tony & Adriana & Family
Paul Martino by Aunt Connie
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
7:00
11:30
Evelyn Charnock by St. Bernadette Staff
Salvatore & Mary Cardella by Daughter, Connie
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30
7:00
11:30
GOSPEL REFLECTION
Margaret Matarazzo by Ralph & Linda Jeswald
Richard Wengewicz by M/M Michael Esford &
Family
...A Family Perspective
It must have been difficult for Zebedee to watch his sons
walk away and follow Jesus. It was the end of Zebedee and
Sons Fishing, Incorporated. Our children, were never ours.
They are only on loan to us. We raise them to let them go.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 - ST. JOHN BOSCO
9:00
5:00
Ken, Kathy, Sherry & Rachel by Dick & Gloria
Lynch
Gary Hillyard by Ed & Denise Roliczek
SUNDAY, FEB. 1 - 4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:30
9:00
11:00
6:30 PM
FOR COUPLES GETTING MARRIED
For the Parishioners of St. Bernadette by Fr. Paul
Walter & Sophie Pyszczek by Mike & Adele
Dec. Mbrs of Seil & Roach Families by Family
No Life Teen Mass
St. Bernadette’s will be having a Marriage
Preparation (Pre-Cana) session on Friday,
February 13th at 7 PM & Sunday, February 15th
beginning at 9 AM and ending approximately at 3
PM. Sessions take place in the Community Room.
You must attend both days. This is a requirement in
order for a wedding to take place. If you would like
to attend or would like more information, please call
Jeff & Barb Benz at 649-5854.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY!
The Father Merrick Bednar “Conviction of the
Heart” 2015 Scholarship for $1,500 will be awarded on
Sunday, June 7th at the 11 AM Mass.
Deadline: Sunday, May 3rd. Applications available on our
website at www.stbernadetteopny.org.
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
JANUARY 25, 2015
WORLD DAY OF THE SICK
Fr. Paul’s article will appear in next
weekend’s bulletin. He is currently in
Washington, DC at the March for Life!!
On Wednesday, February 11th, Our Lady of
Lourdes, there will be the anointing of the sick for
anyone who is in need of healing at the 11:30 AM
Mass and at a special 7 PM Mass. The Prayer Shawl
Ministry will also have prayer shawls for anyone
who would like the warmth and prayers that were
weaved into every stitch by one of the members. Please
invite and help transport family and friends who would like
to be anointed.
Thanks Father for representing our parish
and standing up for Life!!
SCOUT SUNDAY
BLESSING FOR COUPLES!
“A Scout is Reverent.” All boys, girls, and adult leaders
involved in Scouting are invited to join us as we celebrate
Scout Sunday on February 8th at the 9AM Mass. We will
meet in the Adoration Chapel at 8:45 and process in
together. Bring your unit’s flag and stand if you have one.
Please wear your uniforms. Boy Scout Troop 4 and Cub
Pack 4 will host a reception in the Msgr. Nugent
Conference Room for all scouts and their families
immediately following the Mass. Refreshments will be
served. If you have any questions, call Mike Cross at 6486177.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 - 5PM MASS
RENEWAL OF VOWS &
BLESSING OF COUPLES
…We’re all in this together.
THE DEACON’S CORNER
January 18, 2015
Sunday Collection… $15,660.00
1336 Envelopes mailed; 483 used
32 Electronic transfers
“Receive the Gospel of Christ, whose herald you now
are. Believe what you read, teach what you believe, and
practice what you teach.” This is what the Bishop says to
the deacon during his ordination to Holy Orders.
The Catholic Church has three groups (orders) of clergy,
Bishops, Priests and Deacons. Each is ordained with the
sacrament of Holy Orders, with specific duties in service to
the Church.
The deacon is ordained to a threefold ministry of the
Word, Liturgy and Charity. He proclaims, teaches and
practices the Gospel. He participates in the holy sacrifice of
the Mass, and may preside over the sacraments of Baptism,
Marriage and Christian burial. He is the servant minister to
the body of Christ in hospitals, prisons, and homeless
shelters.
The deacon is a helper and a resource to the people of
God. He is equipped to offer counsel, blessing and
consolation. Because the deacon lives and works among the
laity, he is especially present and available to the people he
serves.
Have a question? Ask the deacon. Need some help? Ask
the deacon. Want to talk? Ask the deacon. This is what he is
ordained to do.
THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO’VE RESPONDED TO THE
URGENT NEEDS APPEAL
THROUGH August 31, 2015.
Please support Scrip and our Fundraisers
for the strength of the Parish.
ADULT CONFIRMATION
Any adult who has not been Confirmed and would like to
be can call Sr. Rosemary at 649-3090 ext. 109 for more
information. We will be preparing to celebrate the
sacrament in the Spring.
SCRIP Cards are available in the
Rectory Office
You can help support our parish with
every purchase of SCRIP!!
Peace and Blessings,
Deacon Steve Schumer
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ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
ORCHARD PARK, NY
SCRABBLE FEST 2015!!
A MINISTRY IN NEED OF WORKERS
Do you love playing Scrabble? Then join us
on Friday, February 6th at 10:00 AM in the
Msgr. Nugent Conference Room to play
Scrabble and help Literacy New York (Buffalo-Niagara) at
the same time!
Let Sr. Rosemary know if you plan on coming (649-3090
ext. 109).
Each year at this time people all over WNY are invited to
play Scrabble and make a small donation to Literacy.
Nearly 30% of the City of Buffalo residents read at the
lowest literacy level. And very often illiteracy means a life
of poverty.
So, let’s have fun and make a difference at the same time!
Are you looking for a way to share your gifts with our
parish which requires some time and physical exertion?
Then come and join our MASH Team! Mash stands for
Ministry Assisting Service and Hospitality. We help with
set-up, break-down and clean-up after large parish
gatherings. We have several events coming in the near
future: Mardi Gras; Saint Joseph’s Table, Holy Name Fish
Fry; Friendship Supper; Easter Vigil Party.
You may choose to help at one or at all.
It’s a great way for young folks to
complete their service-hour requirements.
If you can help, please call Ann at 6498081. God bless you!
LENTEN STUDY COMING SOON!
ALTAR & ROSARY SOCIETY
Jesus, the ultimate priest, prophet and king, is foreshadowed
throughout the Hebrew Scriptures. Join us as we journey
through Lent with Fr. Robert Barron’s new DVD-based
Study Program: Priest, Prophet, King. We will explore
the biblical archetypes of priest, prophet and king and see
how Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of each one. Through
this experience, we seek to better understand who Jesus
really is and also realize our own priestly, prophetic and
kingly mission.
Members will attend 9:00 AM Mass on Sunday,
February 1st followed by a Dutch treat breakfast
at Denny’s, 5092 Camp Rd. at Southwestern
Blvd., Hamburg.
For six Thursdays, beginning February 19, we will meet at
7 PM in the Community Room. Registration is highly
recommended. To find out more information, call Linda at
667-9536 or pick up a flyer located a any church exit or
download it from the church website. Refreshments will be
served. To view a trailer of the study, go to:
http://priestprophetking.com
Our next Lunch Bunch will be at David’s Grille,
4247 N. Buffalo Rd., Orchard Park, this Tuesday,
January 27th at 12:30. Please call Sister Rosemary
at 649-3090 ext. 109 in order to reserve your place
at the table. All are welcome!
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
OPEN DOORS MINISTRY
Want to make a difference in the world by
helping to provide decent housing for families?
Then you are invited to join with other parishioners from St.
Bernadette’s on Saturday, February 28th. Call Tim Mullins
at 425-8742 for more information and to find out about
volunteer opportunities with Habitat for Humanity.
Thyroid disease is more common than
diabetes or heart disease. However, many symptoms hide
and mimic other diseases and conditions which makes it
difficult to recognize. The best way to now for sure is to ask
your doctor for a TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) test,
or a simple blood test to verify your thyroid gland’s
condition. And because thyroid disease often runs in
families, examinations of your family members and a
review of their medical histories may reveal other
individuals with thyroid problems. Additionally, taking
prescription medications such as Lithium, or Amiodarone
may make you consider a thyroid evaluation. Next week, I
will explain the importance of the thyroid to your wellbeing and what happens if it is untreated.
(www.thyroidawareness.com)
Blood Drive
Sunday, Feb. 22
8AM - 1PM
Community Room
Walk-ins welcomed!
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ST. BERNADETTE PARISH
ORCHARD PARK, NY
MINISTRY SCHEDULES
LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S ACTIVITIES
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 - 5:00 P.M.
MONDAY, JANUARY 26
Faith Formation, 3:45 p.m., School
St. Joseph’s Table Mtg., 6:30 p.m., Sm. Music Rm.
Cenacle of Life, 7 p.m., Chapel
Edge, 7 p.m., Gym, Café, C-Rm., CR, Library
Edge Parent Meeting, 7 p.m., Msgr. Nugent Conf. Rm.
Altar Servers:
Euch. Min.
Lectors:
Music:
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27
D. Janak, N. McMillan
N. LaFalce, D. & D. Garfoot, V. Bueme,
J. Arlotta
G. Cranston, J. Swistowski
Lisa
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 - 7:30 A.M.
Girl Scouts, 7-8 p.m., Art Rm.
Basketball, 6-9 p.m., Gym
Baptism Prep., 7 p.m., Fr. Carey Conf. Rm.
St. Monica’s Moms, 7 p.m.
Altar Servers:
Euch. Min.
Lectors:
Music:
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28
T. Nawotka
M. Savage, C. Benson, K. & J. Chwojdak,
S. Jantzi
M. Ingelfinger
Gary
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 - 9:00 A.M.
Music Lesson, 4 p.m., Music Rm.
Early Childhood Academy Open House, 6 - 8 p.m.
Stewardship Mtg., 6:30 p.m., Msgr. Nugent Conf. Rm.
Rosary for Peace, 7 p.m., Chapel
Boy Scouts, 6-8 p.m., Café, Community Rm.
Girl Scouts, 7-8 p.m., Art Rm.
Altar Servers:
Euch. Min.:
Lectors:
Music:
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
E., J. & O. Bembenista
M. Ingelfinger, B. Dumain, L. Nalbach,
G. Lynch, P. Eberle, M. Cross
J. Patterson, G. Rzeszutek
As per schedule
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 - 11:00 A.M.
Music Lesson, 2:30-6 p.m., Music Rm.
Faith Formation, Gr. 7, 8, 9, & 10 Confirmation, 7 p.m.,
School, Gym, Community Rm.
Witness, 7:15 p.m., Church
Altar Servers:
Euch. Min.:
Lectors:
Music:
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30
Basketball 6-9 p.m., Gym
S., R., J. & E. Schuler
P. Howard, G. Smith, L. Barone,
T. Rebelo, P. & B. Rosenhahn, G. Cranston
L. Dubill, J. Heraty
As per schedule
PLEASE GET A REPLACEMENT IF YOU CANNOT SERVE
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31
FAITH MOMENTS REFLECTION
Faith Formation, 9 a.m., School
Mental Health Group, 9:30 a.m., Msgr. Nugent Conf. Rm.
Children’s Choir, 10:30 a.m., Church
Confessions: 4 p.m.
...provided by Christ the King Seminary
Today’s Gospel speaks about the
disciples who left everything behind
to follow Jesus. Our own commitment
to a Christ-centered life does not
necessarily have to be so drastic. But
there may be things we need to leave
behind so we can better follow Jesus and his
example of service to others. In society today,
there are so many distractions that hold us back
from living the Gospel message and helping others.
We work too much. We focus on material things.
We act selfishly.
SUNDAY, FEB. 1 - 4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Mass Times: 7:30, 9, & 11 a.m.
Babysitting, 11 a.m. Mass, Msgr. Nugent Conf. . Rm.
Baptisms, 12:30 p.m.
No Life Teen Mass or Meeting
LIFE TEEN & EDGE
The 6:30 PM Life Teen Mass and 7:35 PM Life Night
have moved to St. Bernadette’s. We’re super excited about
the change, and hope you will continue to join us. And if
you haven’t been to a Life Teen Mass yet, make sure to
stop in sometime and check it out! Same Mass, same
meetings, different location.
What’s holding you back? Only by leaving those
things behind and following Jesus more closely
will we find the path leading to true peace and
lasting happiness.
PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO Life Teen Mass or
Meeting on Sunday, February 1st.
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THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
JANUARY 25, 2015
PRAYERS FOR LIFE
...By Mary Ann Kuharski, Director of Pro-Life Across America
The Breath of Life
Relay For Life of the Southtowns Kickoff. Learn how to
get involved with the fight against cancer here in the
Southtowns and the Relay For Life event this June in
Orchard Park! All are welcome. Stop by Tuesday, January
27th between 5:30-7:30PM at the West Seneca Senior
Center, 4620 Seneca St., West Seneca. Activities, door
prize, and light refreshments to be served. R.S.V.P. to
[email protected] or call 689-6982 x65255.
Reflection: In today’s culture, we confront many so-called
experts who claim that human existence is mere chance or
biological happenstance. Pope Benedict XVI eloquently
reminds us, “We are not some casual meaningless product
of evolution. Each of us is the result of a thought of God.
Each of us is willed, each of us is loved, each of us is
necessary.”
At ten weeks from conception, the unborn baby’s body is
sensitive to touch. He/she squints, swallows, puckers up the
brow, and frowns. Eyelids, fingerprints, and even
fingernails are evident.
Night at the Races at St. Francis High
School, Saturday, February 7th at 7 PM in
the school gym. Admission is $12 pre-sale
by calling the school office at 627-1200. $15
at the door and includes beer, wine, soft
drinks, finger foods and desserts throughout the event.
Other attractions include a basket auction, 50/50 split, and
more. Must be 21 years of age to attend.
Let Us Pray: Dear Father in heaven, your creation of a
human being is a sacred masterpiece - each person infused
with a soul and the breath of life - unique and unrepeatable!
Thank you for the gift of my life. Thank you for all those
who loved and cared for me. Thank you for the teachers and
mentors who helped instill the gift of faith and a sense of
awe at the beauty of your creation. Most especially, thank
you for all of those who helped me to know you. Amen.
Marriage Encounter. Husbands and wives spend an
immense amount of time on their jobs/careers/children/
leisure. How much time do you spend just for the two of
you as a couple? You deserve more time together on a
priority basis. Make a Marriage Encounter soon! The next
Marriage Encounter weekend is February 6-8 at Notre
Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua, NY. For more
information, call 877-697-9963 or visit www.wwme-wny.org.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP
MEETS HERE EVERY SATURDAY!
A weekly mental health self-help support group meets
every Saturday at St. Bernadette’s from 9:30-11:30
AM in the Msgr. Nugent Conference Room. If you or
anyone you know is suffering from mental illness, you
are encouraged to attend. If you have questions or
would like more information about this support group,
please call Jim at (716) 392-7026.
Our Daily Bread for February will feature host
Rev. Paul Seil joined in the kitchen by three
ladies, each from a different parish community,
who talk to him about the importance of service
ministries that are found in the parishes of our
eight counties of Western New York. Tune in Saturday,
February 14th at 5:30AM and Noon on WKBW-TV Channel 7
and repeats on cable.
It’s Tax Time Again!
In an effort to limit parish expenses, statements for your taxable contributions to St. Bernadette Church for 2014
will not be sent out in a general mailing this year. If you need a receipt, please fill out and return this slip or send
an email request to [email protected]
(A direct “click&send” email link may also be
found on our website)
Env No: ______ Name: ______________________________ Phone: __________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
Please check one:
___Please email to: _________________________________________________
___Regular mail to above address ___I will pick the statement up from the office
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