Our Lady Help of Christians Church
444 North Jasper Street, Allentown, PA 18109
Phone: 610-432-9384
e-mail: [email protected]
www.OLHCparish.net
Fax: 610-782-9297
Rectory
Rev. John S. Pendzick, M. Div., Pastor
Ms. Wendy Krisak, Victim Assistance Coordinator
Phone: (800) 791-9209
Email: [email protected]
School
Miss Mary Vanya, M. Ed,. Principal
934 Hanover Avenue, Allentown, PA 18109
Phone: 610-433-1592 Fax: 610-434-7123
Sr. Meg Cole, Safe Environment Coordinator
Phone: (610) 866-0581, Ext. 203
Email: [email protected]
Masses
Saturday: 4:30pm Vigil Mass
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:30am
Domingo: 12:00 Misa en Español
Monday: 5:30pm
Tuesday - Saturday: 8:15am
Holy Days: 7:00 pm eve of Holy Day
8:15am and 7:00pm
Confession
Saturday: 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Anytime by Appointment
Rectory Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Closed Fridays
Music Ministry
Rosanne Venditto
Patricia Guditus
Choir Director
Cynthia Johnson
Parish Membership
New Parishioners are asked to register at the Parish
Office (by appointment) as soon as possible so that you
may participate more fully in the life of the parish. If
you move or change your phone number, please notify
the Parish Office so our records can be kept current.
Rectory Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Closed for lunch from 12:45 - 1:15pm
Memorials
Upon the death of a loved one, please consider a
memorial gift to the Parish. Your Loved one will be
remembered in the monthly Mass which is celebrated
for all who are enrolled in the Memorial Program.
Bequests
Please consider designating Our Lady Help of Christians
Parish in your last will and testament so that the blessings
the Lord has given you in your lifetime will continue to
build up His Kingdom in the years to come.
Baptism
The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated the First and
Third Sundays of the Month after the 10:30am Mass.
Please call the rectory to schedule a Baptism and to
register for Baptismal Prep Class which is held on the
fourth Tuesday of each month.
Marriage
Arrangements must be made with the Parish at least six
months prior to the date of the Wedding.
Sacraments to the Homebound
Holy Communion is taken to the homebound each
month by the Priest or Deacon and each Sunday by the
Eucharistic Ministers. The Sacraments of the Sick is
available anytime upon request. Please call the Parish
office to make arrangements.
February 14, 2015
February 15, 2015
How to Find Time in the Day for Lent
The fast pace of your life may seem to leave little time and energy for the traditional Lenten
practices. But you can weave moments of spiritual awareness and service into even the
busiest of schedules. The trick is to see Lenten practice as part of, rather than in addition
to, each activity of your ordinary hectic day.
The three foundational practices of Lent are prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Here’s how to
think about them in a new way:
Praying Daily
If you make a habit of saying a little prayer whenever someone irritates you, cuts you off in
traffic, or makes life difficult; when someone does you a favor, you experience great and
friendly service, or when something joyful happens to you—you will soon find yourself
praying your way through the day. Try this simple practice and you will be observing the
Catholic Church’s call for greater prayer during the Lenten season. You will also find that
this habit makes your life flow smoother, yourself more centered, and your Spirit more
aware of God’s presence.
A Different Type of Fasting
There are many ways to fast. Why not fast from criticism, gossip, judging others, or
passing on rumors? Why not abstain from unwarranted fear and anxiety? You can also tell
that inner voice inside your head that criticizes you to abstain from eroding your ability to
be the confident, blessed person God calls you to be. These are beautiful ways to observe
the Lenten call to fasting and abstinence. In the book, Praying Lent, the authors offer
suggestions on different ways to fast during Lent.
Give of Yourself
Daily life also offers countless opportunities to give of yourself to others (alms), and most
don’t involve dipping into your wallet. Give encouragement to the doubting, give a word of
praise to the insecure, show kindness to someone who could use a friend, and offer a word
of thanks to those whose service of others often goes unappreciated. Give the gift of your
attention to someone who simply wants to be noticed. Tell your children stories about
people whose values you admire when you gather at mealtime. Don’t be stingy with your
smiles—give them freely to everyone you meet. And most important, give your love to
those close to you. Hug them, hold them, and tell them what they mean to you. In this way
you open your heart to God and others.
So no matter how busy your are in life, with some greater awareness and new perspectives
you can consciously pray, fast, and give of yourself this Lent—and you will be ready to
celebrate when a joyful dawn breaks upon you Easter morning.
OLHC Pre-K Registration
Registration for our 3 and 4 year
old Pre-K program will take
place Monday through Friday
from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the
Pre-K classroom. The Pre-K
classroom is located in the
basement of the rectory. The
entrance is the side door facing
the school. Children must be 3 or
4 years old by October 15, 2015.
Please bring your child’s birth
certificate, immunization
records, Baptismal Certificate
and a $60.00 non-refundable
registration free at the time of
registering. Any questions
please call 610-433-1450.
Our Lady Help of Christians
Catholic School
School Office Hours
7:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. (on school days)
As we celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2015, the
O.L.H.C. School Community thanks the parishioners for
their prayers and financial support. We appreciate all
that you do for us, helping to make Catholic education
available to our students. It is so important for children
to be able to learn and grow in an atmosphere that
nurtures our Catholic values.
Registration for 2015-16 for Kindergarten and transfer
students Please call the school office at 610-433-1592 to
schedule an appointment.
Kindergarten Registration: any child who is five years
old by October 15, 2015 is eligible for enrollment in the
O.L.H.C. all-day Kindergarten.
The following items are needed to register:
x Birth certificate
x Baptismal certificate (if baptized)
x Immunization records
x Copy of report card
Readings for the Week
Monday: Gn 4:1-15, 25;
Ps 50:1, 8, 16bc-17, 20-21;
Mk 8:11-13
Tuesday: Gn 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10;
Ps 29:1a, 2, 3ac-4, 3b, 9c-10;
Mk 8:14-21
Wednesday: Jl 2:12-18;
Ps 51:3-6ab, 12-14, 17; 2
Cor 5:20 — 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday: Dt 30:15-20; Ps 1:1-4,
6; Lk 9:22-25
Friday: Is 58:1-9a; Ps 51:3-6ab,
18-19; Mt 9:14-15
Saturday: Is 58:9b-14;
Ps 86:1-6; Lk 5:27-32
Sunday: Gn 9:8-15; Ps 25:4-9;
1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15
The Sanctuary Lamp in our Church burns every
week to remind us of the sacramental presence of Jesus. If
you wish to have the Lamp burn in memory of a loved one,
stop by the Parish Office to make arrangements. $10.00
requested donation, the memorial will be published in the
Bulletin.
In memory of:
Requested By:
Please pray for a priest a day::
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
.
Rev. Msgr, David Morrison
Rev. Msgr. John Mraz
Rev. Joseph Muller
Rev. Msgr. James Mulligan
Rev. Michael Mullins
Rev. Msgr. Anthony Muntone
Rev. Elias Munyaneza
Adoration: Wednesdays
Join us every Wednesday anytime from 8:30 AM to 5
PM, for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the
Chapel. Stop in to spend time with Our Lord. Join us
for Evening Prayer & Benediction at 5 PM!
Únase a nosotros los Miércoles a Cualquier hora,
desde las 8:30 am hasta 5:00 pm para Adoración al
Santísimo Sacramentó En la capilla. Visite a Nuestro
Señor y únase a la Oración de la tarde y la Bendición
del Santísimo a las 5:00pm
February 18, 2015
7:00 PM Adult Lectors:
Euch. Ministers:
February 21, 2015
4:30 PM Adult Lectors:
Euch. Ministers:
Altar Servers:
Youth Reader:
February 22, 2015
8:00 AM Adult Lectors:
Euch. Ministers:
Altar Servers:
Youth Reader:
C. Buchman & M. Anfuso
D. & L. Lopez
C. Buchman & M. LeCause
N. Pastula & S. Bodek
V. Mai, T. & K. Vu
J. Vu
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH, PRESIDENT’S DAY
5:30 PM TIMOTHY JOHNSON
REQ. BY JOHNSON FAMILY
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH
8:15 AM SIXTO BORRERO
E. Nguyen & B. Detweiler
REQ. BY LULU BORRERO
D. & L. Lopez
EDNESDAY
,
FEBRUARY 18TH, Ash Wednesday
W
B. Lopez, A. & A. Bello
8:15 AM RICK SOKOLSKY
L. Hazim
REQ. BY BARBARA SOKOLSKY
7:00
PM
PARISHIONERS
10:30 AM Adult Lectors:
H. & N. Adams
REQ. BY FATHER PENDZICK
Euch. Ministers: C. & L. Smith
TH
Altar Servers:
K. Terplan, A. Acosta & T. Hunger THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
8:15 AM HELEN & EDWIN MAYLANDER
Youth Reader:
A. Abouafech
REQ. BY THE KIDS
1:15 PM STATIONS OF THE CROSS WITH SCHOOL
CHILDREN
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH,
8:15 AM MICHAEL PAUL ANFUSO
REQ. BY KAY & JOE ANFUSO
7:00 PM STATIONS OF THE CROSS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST
OLHC SENIORS GROUP will meet at 1:30pm in the 8:15
AM FRANCIS STECKEL
Old Fellowship Hall at St. Peters Church, 1933 Hanover Ave.
REQ. BY ROSANNE VENDITTO
The group is open to any senior (55 plus) who would like to +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
enjoy fellowship, light refreshments, bingo and cards.
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
Annual dues is $5.00. The group will meet on the following
Thursdays: February 5, 12, 19
March 5, 12, 19
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST
April 9, 16, 23
May 7, 14, 21
4:30 PM DICK PERKINS
June 4th Picnic
REQ. BY GREG & MARIE
Call Mary Ann with questions @610-625-4501
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND
OLHC Seniors are planning a bus trip to Mohegan Sun
8:00 AM BIRTHDAY OF ANGELICA BORRERO
Casino on Tuesday March 10th. Cost is $22.00 per person
REQ. BY LULU BORRERO
which includes $25.00 slot pay and $5.00 food credit. Bus
10:30 AM ANN JOHN
leaves from OLHC at 9:30 AM in front of the Church, back
REQ. BY ERNEST JOHN
home at approximately 5:30 PM. Call Lucille or Lil at
12:00 DE LA TARDE MISA EN ESPAÑOL
610-391-0237 for information or reservations.
GIFT CARD SALES
Scrip is a term that means “substitute money”. When you purchase scrip, you’re purchasing negotiable gift
certificates and prepaid cards that are used just like cash. You can use scrip to purchase everyday expenses
like food, clothing, and other essentials, and with every purchase, you earn revenue for our organization.
The Great Lakes Scrip Center acts on behalf of churches, schools and other non-profit organizations to
purchase large amounts of scrip from grocery stores, department stores, and other retailers. Because the
scrip is purchased with cash up front, the participating retailers offer a substantial discount. Our
organization buys the scrip from Great Lakes Scrip Center at a discount, and re-sells the certificates to
families like yours for full face value. Scrip is ordered once a month, on the second Tuesday of the month.
All paid orders must be to the rectory by the second Monday of the month. Orders can be dropped off at the
rectory or in the collection basket. Checks can be made out to OLHC.
The next order is due, March 9th
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DIOCESAN NEWS
Worldwide Marriage Encounter is offering a weekend in the Diocese of Allentown this April 10-12,
2015. It will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Allentown. To register now for the weekend call
(609) 581-7399 or visit www.aweekendforyourmarriage.org. Experience a deeper love in your
marriage by attending a WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER weekend!
The Diocese of Allentown will be awarding Catholic High School Scholarships to students who
want to attend one of the Catholic high schools of the Diocese of Allentown in 2015-2016. The
Catholic High School Scholarship program goals are to award the outstanding students in our
elementary schools and parish children with a one-year, partial scholarship of $1,000. Applications
can be picked up in the back of Church.
Hurting from a past abortion? Plan to attend the Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Weekends, February
27-March 1 (Spanish) and March 20-22 (English) through Catholic Charities. Within a safe,
confidential, non-judgmental environment, experience God’s healing love, and forgiveness. For
more information or to register call 1-866-3 Rachel. For a complete listing of Retreat dates and
locations visit the national Rachel’s Vineyard website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.
To Whom Shall We Go? A Diocesan Men’s Retreat will be held Friday, February 27 – Sunday, March
1, 2015 at St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem. Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schlert V.G. will serve as
the retreat director. Registration fee is $175 double and the deadline is 2/20. For more
information and to register please visit www.cmfda.org or call 610-289-8900 ext. 224.
Junior and senior accounting students from DeSales University will provide tax preparation
assistance free of charge to senior citizens and those with lower incomes beginning Monday,
January 19, through Friday, April 3. The program is part of the United States Internal Revenue
Service’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Students are required to pass a test
given by the IRS, in order to receive certification to participate in the program.
Vikette Girls Basketball Camp Registration…any current 6th, 7th & 8th grade girl interested in
attending Allentown Central Catholic’s Girls Basketball Camp this summer should email Coach
Kopp at [email protected] . Camp will be held June 15 -18 at the St. Joseph the Worker
Gymnasium, Orefield from 9:30am-2:30pm.
Saint John the Baptist Church, Whitehall, will sponsor their Ninth Annual Tricky Trays/Basket Social
on Saturday, February 14th from 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. and Sunday, February 15th, 9:00 A.M. to
4:00 P.M. at their Social Hall, 3120 Chestnut Street, Whitehall. You can purchase tickets at the door.
There will be a special raffle for big-ticket items.You do not have to be present to win. Kitchen will
be open. Winners can pick up baskets Monday, February 16th between 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. at the hall.
Karen Hoff, is offering 8 weeks of aerobics on Tuesday and Thursday nights (6:00 - 6:50 PM)
from March 10 to April 23 in St. Elizabeth’s, Whitehall parish hall. The cost is only $15.00 per
person which includes 50 minutes of aerobic exercises followed by 30 additional minutes of toning
and floor work exercises for all who wish to stay. Registration deadline is March 5 or until the
maximum number of participants is reached. E-mail for more information – Mary Spieker
- [email protected]. Bring a friend!
St. Mary’s Church, 122 Union Street is holding a Lenten Fish Dinner on Friday, February 20 th from 4:30
PM to 7:00 PM in the Parish Center. Cost is $9.00 for adults and $6.00 for children. Menu includes: Fried
Breaded Haddock, Corn, Coleslaw, Stewed Tomatoes, Roll, Dessert, Beverage and choice of either a
Baked Potato, Mac & Cheese or Haluski. Take out is available. For information please call 610-264-0332.
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