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St. Sebastian Catholic Church
First Sunday of Lent—February 22, 2015
A Pennsylvania
Charitable
Trust
A Parish of the
Diocese of
Greensburg
801 Broad Avenue ~ Belle Vernon, PA 15012
Parish Staff
Rev. Msgr. Roger A. Statnick ........................ Pastor
[email protected]
Mr. Daniel F. Lisovich... .............. Business Manager
[email protected]
Mrs. Christy Cabaniss....................... Parish Minister
[email protected]
Mr. Christopher Manderino
............................... Coordinator of Youth Ministry
[email protected]
Mr. Eugene Lancas Coordinator of Liturgical Music
[email protected]
Mrs. Linda Drury ........................... Parish Secretary
[email protected]
Mrs. Darleen Koury...Bulletin/Faith Formation Secretary
[email protected]
Parish Telephone Numbers:
Parish Center/Office: ..................... 724-929-9300
Parish Fax: ........................................ 724-930-7611
Faith Formation Office: .................. 724-930-8504
Parish Hall: ....................................... 724-929-9982
Parish Website: www.saintsebastianchurch.org
Weekend Masses:
Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 11:30 a.m.
Parish Office Hours:
Sunday—8:00 a.m.—8:45 a.m.; 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saint Sebastian Regional School
Mr. Steven J. Dorko ....................................Principal
[email protected]
Mrs. Connie Simboli ........ School Office Manager
[email protected]
School Telephone ............................ 724-929-5143
School Fax ....................................... 724-929-3038
Website ............................................ www.sssbv.org
Ministry to the Homebound: To arrange for
the Sacraments of the Eucharist, Reconciliation
or Anointing of the Sick, call Christy Cabaniss.
Extraordinary Ministers are available for Communion to the Homebound on Sundays.
Catholic Charities: Counseling is available
through the Diocesan Catholic Charities Office
located in our Parish Center. Call 724-929-4699.
Religious Education/Formation: Please call the
Faith Formation Office at 724-930-8504.
(RCIA) Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults:
Anyone interested in information on the Catholic Church or in becoming a Catholic, please
contact the Faith Formation Office.
Sacrament of Marriage: Arrangements are to
be made at least six months in advance. Couples
must participate in Marriage Preparation sessions.
Sacrament of Baptism for Infants: Please contact the Faith Formation Office to schedule Baptism. Parents must attend a Baptism Preparation
Session prior to their child’s Baptism.
Bulletin Deadline: 9:00 a.m. on Monday. Please
print or type all announcements.
MISSION STATEMENT We the Parish Family of
Saint Sebastian, Belle Vernon, serve people in Westmoreland and Fayette Counties. We are Roman Catholics of various ethnic backgrounds with strong family
values demonstrating a variety of skills, trades and professions. The purpose of the parish is to glorify God by
assisting the community on the “Journey of a Lifetime”
through the Liturgy and Sacraments, teaching and
preaching the Word of God, and witnessing to our
faith. As a community of faith, we are committed to
love of God and neighbor through worshiping together
and serving others in caring for their spiritual, emotional
and physical needs. Each of us is called to strengthen
and reach beyond our parish through being responsible
stewards of our time, talent and treasure in the spirit of
our patron, Saint Sebastian.
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
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FEBRUARY 22, 2015
St. Sebastian Church Weekly Report for Period Ending—February 16, 2015
Beginning Checking Account Balance February 10, 2015
Income:
Sunday Collection February 14/15
Miscellaneous Receipts
Expenses:
Expenses for Period
Closing Checking Account Balance: February 16, 2015
Less holding accounts:
Those in Need
Collections owed Diocese
Athletic Association
Roof Fund
Balance for daily operating expenses
$ + 56,311.62
+
+
5,178.08
2,279.00
- 11,835.71
$ 51,932.99
$ - 2,853.19
807.10
- 3,385.19
- 2,082.00
$ 42,805.51
2015 Roof Fund to Date: $ 2,015.50
2014 Roof Fund to date: $52,668.69
2013 Roof Fund final proceeds: $ 74,343.86—2012 Roof Fund final proceeds: $ 60,592.73
Finance Council Members: John Ciccarelli, Mark Ramsier, Louis Toth, Carol Shernisky, Lawrence Bender, David Free,
Richard Triggiani.
Pastoral Council Members: Cliff Gorski, Sandy Wawro, Rachel Hoffman, Michael Couser, Mary Anne McMillen, Steve Zolock, Mark Druciak.
Paschal Candle
The Paschal Candle is
a symbol of the risen
Christ.
On Easter
Sunday it is placed
next to the pulpit for
the 50 days of Easter;
after Easter it is placed
near the Baptismal Font and is
lighted for Baptisms and Funerals.
If you would like to sponsor a portion of the cost of the Paschal Candle this year, please call the Parish
Office. This Candle may be in
memory of a loved one, or for a
special intention.
Lent 2015
Little Black Book
This booklet with prayers and reflections for the Lenten Season is
available in the church vestibule.
Please place your donation of
$3.00 in the envelope provided and
return it to the Parish Office.
Second Collection
This weekend the second collection is for the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Your donation to
the Catholic Home Missions Appeal, on the First Sunday of Lent,
can be an expression of your faith
in this holy season of Lent.
Sunday Office Hours
Beginning next Sunday, March 1,
Sunday office hours will be discontinued. There was little response
to this service, and it proved to be
a burden to the staff. If you have
any questions or concerns, please
contact the Parish Office during
regular office hours, Monday thru
Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00
Noon and 12:30 to 5:00 p.m. at
724-929-9300.
Saint Sebastian Web Site
www.saintsebastianchurch.org
Visit our web page for information
on upcoming events, forms and
applications.
Memorial Pavers
You may reserve a memorial paver for
the Saint Joseph
Memorial
Shrine by contacting the Parish Office. The
price for each
paver is $200,
and sheets to reserve each memorial are available in the vestibule
and the church office. A check
must accompany each reservation,
and please note the number limit
for the characters that can be engraved on each paver. Reservations can be taken during parish
office hours. 150 pavers will be
reserved on a first come, first
served basis.
ST. SEBASTIAN CHURCH
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BELLE VERNON, PENNSYLVANIA
Belle Vernon Ministerium Liturgy & Lunch
Mass Schedule for the Week
The Belle Vernon Ministerium will again sponsor a series
of Lenten Midday Services on Wednesdays during Lent.
All Services begin at 12-Noon, followed by a soup luncheon. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.
The schedule of services is:
February 25—Lynnwood Lutheran Church
Rev. Richard Klein, Jr.
March 4—Rehoboth Presbyterian Church
Rev. Bruce Merritt
March 11—St. Sebastian Church
Rev. Suzanne Currie
March 18—Antioch Baptist Church
Pastor Kenneth Jones
March 25—First Presbyterian Church
Rev. Msgr. Roger Statnick
February 22—First Sunday of Lent
4:30 pm
Sat. Helen Kamenicky—Brother, Vince &
Irene Zuza
9:00 am
For All the People of Saint Sebastian Parish
11:00 am
Frank Ferreri—Donald & Josie Ondulick
Monday, February 23
8:00 am
In honor of the 50th Wedding Anniversary
of Edward & Cheryl Fiorill—Joe &
Maryanne Tucci
Tuesday, February 24
8:00 am
Eileen Sivek—Family
Wednesday, February 25
8:00 am
Dan Weibl—Norman & Dolly Koch
2:00 pm
Eucharistic Adoration
5:30 pm
Benediction
Thursday, February 26
8:00 am
Toni Bitonti, Jr.—Erma Zema
Friday, February 27
No Mass Today
7:00 pm
Stations of the Cross
Saturday, February 28
11:30 am
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Second Sunday of Lent
4:30 pm
Agnes & Herbert King—Gilchrist Family
Sunday, March 1
9:00 am
Ronald Umbel—Sara Worry
11:00 am
For All the People of Saint Sebastian Parish
Eucharistic Adoration
On Wednesdays during Lent there is Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 2:00 - 5:00
p.m. in the church. You are invited to come to
the church for quiet, private prayer during this
time. (There will be a sign-up sheet in the church
vestibule for those who will be in church for Eucharistic Adoration.) Scripture Service and Benediction begins at 5:30 p.m. We gather in the Parish Hall at
6:00 p.m. for a Lenten meal of soup and bread. If you
are interested in sharing in the meager meal please complete and return the form below so we can prepare adequately.
Fridays in Lent
Stations of the Cross will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. on Fridays in Lent. Following Stations this week, discussion
will take place on the movie “the Way” which we
watched last Friday.
Saint Sebastian Lenten Light Meals
I plan to attend the following soup dinners:
(Please circle your choices)
February 25, March 4, March 11, March 18, March 25
Check here if you are able to help.
____I will help with preparation/serving of Soup Dinner.
Liturgical Ministers—Servers
Saturday, Feb. 28 4:30 pm A. Peden, B. Barber
Sunday, Mar. 1
9:00 am L. Dimpel, E. Claybaugh
11:00 am J. & J. Hartman
Lectors
Lit. Coordinators
Ministers
Saturday, Feb. 28
4:30 J. Barnot RJ Kozura
L. Aul, M. Free, J. Stringhill
S. Wawro, T. Rodriguez, K. Rygiel, L. Santori
Sunday, Mar. 1
9:00 L. Kapolka A. Osiol D. Atkinson, L. & R. Galiszewski
S. Battaglia, M.A. McMillen, J. Russell, D. Seman
11:00 C. Rhodes D. Columbus M. Strickland, J. Cannizzaro
D. Stasko, E. Studnicki, B.A. Wright, D. Cooper, G. Klamerus
Sympathy and Prayers
Please remember in your prayers those who have died:
Theresa A. Caruso. We extend our sympathy to her
family. May she rest in peace.
NAME___________________________________
Penance Service
PHONE__________________________________
Please return this form to the Parish Office.
In addition to the already published Penance Services, the
Holy Family Church, in West Newton, is offering their
Penance Service on March 12, at 7:00 p.m..
SAINT SEBASTIAN CHURCH—PAGE 3
Bereavement
Support Program
A six week bereavement support series on Tuesday evenings beginning February 24
and ending March 31 is being
hosted at St. Sebastian
Church, Belle Vernon. Each
session will run from 6:30 –
8:00 PM and will be held in
the Parish Center. Anyone
interested is welcome to participate in these FREE sessions. Grief is a normal and
essential part of dealing with
loss. These sessions are designed to help participants
better understand their grief
experience, while providing
practical ways of dealing with
the adjustments caused by the
loss. If you would like to participate in this bereavement
support series or would like
more information, please contact Christy Cabaniss, 724-929
-9300.
Baptism Congratulations
Brielle Lynn Shutterly, daughter of
Zachery and Jamie (Fordanich) Shutterly, was baptized in Christ recently. We welcome Brielle into the
Church and into our Parish Family.
God bless her and her family.
Getting “Real” About Drugs
Reality Tour (RT) is a national parent and child drug education and
prevention program. For more information call, 724-797-0955 or
email bellevernonarearealitytour.org. The Reality Tour group
meets the second Monday of the
month.
Labels for Education and
Box Top$ Collection
Please help St. Sebastian Regional
School earn points that can be redeemed to purchase supplies and
equipment for the school by donating your Labels for Education and
Box Top$. Labels for Education can
be found on products including the
following brands: Bic, Campbell’s,
Dannon, Pace, Pepperidge Farm,
Prego and V8. Box Top$ can be
found on products including the following brands: Betty Crocker, General Mills, Ziploc, Pillsbury, Hanes,
Green Giant, Kleenex, Yoplait, Land
O’ lakes and Hefty. A collection
box will be located at the main
church entrance. Contact Regina
Kudla, mother of two children that
attend St. Sebastian Regional School,
at 724-243-3046 with questions.
Thank you!
Mount Saint Macrina
House of Prayer
A weekly Hour of Prayer for World
Peace will be held at Mount Saint
Macrina on Tuesdays during Lent
from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 pm.
A Lenten Morning Retreat will be
held on Saturday, February 28 from
9:15 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Registration due February 23.
A Lenten Afternoon Retreat will be
held on Sunday, March 1 from
1:15—5:00 p.m.
Registration due February 24.
A Poustinia Retreat will be held
March 13-14 from 7:30 p.m. Friday
until 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
Registration due March 6.
For more information/registration
for these events please call 724-4387149.
Travel Group
“Nana’s Naughty Knickers”
Please join us for a fun time on July
31 to see the comedy play, "Nana's
Naughty Knickers". Make your reservations now for this amusing performance. Cost is $97. A non refundable deposit of $25 is due by
March 15, with the balance and
your menu choice due by June 1.
For more information call Sandy
Wawro at 724-938-0865.
Lord, please remember the sick,
the homebound and those in
nursing homes from our parish
and community:
Doreen Abler, Joseph Antal, Paula
Baker, Brian Bellissimo, Donna
Biagini, Muffy Blevins, Anthony
Boyle, Dane Breakwell, Brennan
Breakwell, Tricia Pelissero Bruenn,
Adam Canigiani, Jr., Eric Cecchetti,
Jenna Christner, Irene Colborn,
George L. Cowan, Lois Cowan,
Matt Davies, Bernadette Dayner,
Mary Delbarre, Ron Edwards, Darlene Engel, Joan Eversburg,
Dolores Frazier, Thomas W. Galley, Jr., Millie Gelotti, Mary Gira,
Margaret Grant, Rudy Halgas, Jane
Hazy, Betty Jean Henderson, Philomena Iacovangelo, Johnny Kelemen,
Kathy Kerestes, Jason Koliscak,
Joseph Krosoff, John Kushnar,
James Litterini, Brandon Morris, Val
Novak, Paul Novakovich, Jo O’Hara, Julia Paholski, Shirley Patten,
Jack Pesi, Stella Povlish, Eugene Raffelo, Barbara Riffle, Donna Robinson, Dorothy Rodgers, Mary Ann
Rocco, George Rue, Barbara Sedlak, Mary Shaffer, Brenda L. SimonZerone, Mary Smith, Sally Sposato,
Dolores Sprowls, Edward Stasko,
Ralph Swantek, Margaret Tomayko,
Joseph P. Trenk, Christopher Valerio, Melvin Walkush, Sr., William
Weaver, Kaiden Wooten, Helene
Wozniak, Sherri Zitko.
Lord, give them strength in body,
courage in spirit, and patience in
pain. We ask this through Christ
our Lord. Amen.
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
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FEBRUARY 22, 2015
Focus on Food
From all that I have written, it should be no surprise to
anyone that Baxter loves food.
His portly appearance, his tricks
to get more, the eating routine
that he follows, and his begging
for scraps from the table, all attest to his preoccupation with
eating. He goes on alert when a
container is opened. The sound
and the aroma are enough to
bring him to attention, waiting
for the right move that might
bring him a morsel. Baxter is
focused on food, and he doesn’t
get distracted from pursuing his
next meal or snack. He is a feline version of a “Foodie”.
But Baxter is in good
company. How many of us exchange recipes or suggestions
for places to eat out? Movies
about chefs and restaurants and
their rivalries are popular. The
Food Channel has a large viewership, and many of us have our
favorite programs where we
watch other’s prepare delectable delights. Occasionally, we
are even inspired to produce
our own culinary creations, and
when they work, we want to tell
others about our success. Food
takes up a large portion of our
lives financially, socially and
physically. We are concerned
about our diets for health and
for the pleasure that comes with
eating. The cost of food has risen in the grocery store, the fast
food counter and the fine restaurant. We pay it though because
we have to eat to live, and we
love to eat well to find joy in living. Without noticing it, we focus on food a lot.
What about the food for
our souls, the Eucharist? Do we
pay as much attention to the
Bread of Life and the Chalice of
Salvation as we do to our physical nourishment? The Eucharist
is the heart and center of our
lives of faith as Catholic Christians. When we gather each
week to worship, we celebrate
the Eucharist. It incorporates
into one liturgical prayer all of
our hearts’ desires. We ask for
forgiveness and healing there.
We give praise and thanks to
God for His blessings, especially
the blessing of His Son who
saved us in His cross and resurrection. We seek what we need
to live our faith concretely in the
circumstances of our families,
friends, and neighborhoods, and
in the demands of our work and
world. We strengthen our bond
of unity as God’s people by singing, praying, listening and taking
communion together. We intimately share in God’s divine life
while we share this life with each
other. All of these dimensions
are part of our Eucharist each
week. It is a complete, balanced
meal for our soul, and without it,
we struggle to remain spiritually
healthy.
Lent calls us to fast from
bodily food a little, so that we
can indulge ourselves on the spiritual food offered at Eucharist.
It’s a slight change of focus to
assure that our whole persons—
not just our physical selves--are
nourished and grow. Take the
time to think about what we are
doing when we come together
each week at Eucharist. Savor its
tastes. Take in its atmosphere,
and use this food to offer excellent service to others because of
this nourishment God’s gives us.
Become fat with grace this Lent
through eating well and fully at
God’s table. There is no greater
joy in life.
~Monsignor Statnick
Archived reflections can be found at:
http://sschurchbv.blogspot.com.