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January 5, 2020 THE CATHOLIC PARISHES of Saint Joseph · Saint Juan Diego Saint Padre Pio · Saint Scholastica
January 5, 2020
THE CATHOLIC PARISHES of
Saint Joseph · Saint Juan Diego
Saint Padre Pio · Saint Scholastica
PARISH STAFF and CONTACTS
Fr. Dale DeNinno Pastor/Administrator
412-963-8885 x 304
Fr. Michael Decewicz Parochial Vicar
412-784-8700
Fr. William Siple Parochial Vicar
412-781-0186
Deacon Robert Wertz, Jr. 412-784-8700
In Residence:
Fr. Hyeong Cheol Lee Saint Juan Diego Parish
Korean Catholic Community
Fr. John Mark Ogu Saint Juan Diego Parish
Student, Duquesne University
Fr. Dozie Egbe Saint Padre Pio Parish
Chaplain, Presbyterian Hospital
CLERGY FAITH FORMATION &
Delia Barr Director of Faith Formation
412-963-8885 x301
Marilyn Welsh Administrative Assistant
412-828-4066
Meredith Troyan Youth Ministry Leader
412-781-0186 x20
meredithtroyan@
saintscholastica.com
SAINT JOSEPH PARISH
342 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
Phone: 412-963-8885 | Fax: 412-963-1945
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Live Streamed Mass: www.LAVCatholic.org/mass-videos
Lori McKinniss Business Manager
412-963-8885 x303
Kathi Sterling Parish Secretary
412-963-8885 x306
Thomas Octave Music Minister
412-867-5032
Nancy Whistler Director of Preschool
412-963-8885 x302
Terri Weir Administrative Assistant
412-963-8885 x302
George Cavlovich Facilities Maintenance
SAINT JUAN DIEGO PARISH
Madonna of Jerusalem Church in Sharpsburg
Saint John Cantius Church in Sharpsburg
Saint Mary Church in Sharpsburg
201 9th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
Phone: 412-784-8700 | Fax: 412-781-1101
Food Pantry: 412-781-2866
Email: [email protected]
Rosemarie Haas Administrative Assistant
Rose Sacco Bookkeeper
Simon Vullo Underiner Music Minister
Jerry Auen, Scott Auen,
Franco Ferraro, &
Henry Sacco Facilities Maintenance
SAINT PADRE PIO PARISH
Saint Edward Church in Blawnox
Saint Francis of Assisi Church in Harmar
450 Walnut Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Phone: 412-828-4066 | Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Marilyn Welsh Administrative Assistant
Peter Yohe Bookkeeper
David Volcheck Music Minister
Todd Daigneau
and Rada Karlusic Facilities Maintenance
SAINT SCHOLASTICA PARISH
309 Brilliant Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
Phone: 412-781-0186 | Fax: 412-781-4316
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Debbie VanDemark Administrative Assistant
412-781-0186 xl0
Amy Condosta Bookkeeper
412-781-0186 x l l
financeoffice@
saintscholastica.com
Sr. Pat Baker, CDP Music Minister
Bereavement Coordinator
412-781-0186 x17
patbakercdp@
saintscholastica.com
Andrew Bechman Adult Faith Formation
412-781-0186 x18
andybechman@
saintscholastica.com
Bruce Hassing
and David Urso Facilities Maintenance
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Website: www.LAVCatholic.org
Diocesan Victim Assistance Hotline: 1-888-808-1235
PA Child Line: 1-800-932-0313
Submit items for bulletin publication no later than Monday
at noon to [email protected].
SATURDAY January 4—Epiphany of the Lord Madonna Church
4:30 pm † Blanche Szymanski (Son, Charlie)
SUNDAY January 5—Epiphany of the Lord Saint Mary Church
11:30 am The people of Saint Juan Diego Parish
MONDAY January 6—Christmas Weekday Madonna Church
9:00 am In honor of Saint John Neumann (Tom and Family)
TUESDAY January 7—Christmas Weekday Madonna Church
9:00 am † Elnora Clemente (Saint Juan Diego Parish)
WEDNESDAY January 8—Christmas Weekday Madonna Church
9:00 am † Dawn Kozera (Betty Phelan)
SATURDAY January 11—Baptism of the Lord Madonna Church
4:30 pm † John P. and Patrick Zuza and Arlene Cullins (Jack and Cathy Zuza)
SUNDAY January 12—Baptism of the Lord Saint Mary Church
11:30 am † Grace Akers (Elizabeth Camparo)
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MASS INTENTIONS
SATURDAY January 4—Epiphany of the Lord 4:00 pm † John J. Jesih (Pat Bodansky)
SUNDAY January 5—Epiphany of the Lord 9:00 am † The Aluise & Tomanio Families (Mary Tomanio)
11:00 am † Denise Jeffries (Karen Jo Lydon)
MONDAY January 6—Christmas Weekday 8:00 am The people of Saint Joseph Parish
TUESDAY January 7—Christmas Weekday 8:00 am † Dr. Kevin Sullivan (Brother, Dr. Richard F. Sullivan)
WEDNESDAY January 8—Christmas Weekday 8:00 am † Connie Certo (Lou Certo)
THURSDAY January 9—Christmas Weekday 8:00 am The people of Saint Joseph Parish
FRIDAY January 10—Christmas Weekday 8:00 am † Joyce Walters (Frank and Ken & Celine Walters)
SATURDAY January 11—Baptism of the Lord 4:00 pm † The DiCamillo Family (B. Drennen)
SUNDAY January 12—Baptism of the Lord 9:00 am † Mr. & Mrs. Samuel E. Costanzo (Mr. & Mrs. Julian Costanzo)
11:00 am † Harry Patterson, Sr. & Harry Patterson, Jr.
SAINT JOSEPH PARISH
SUNDAY January 5—Epiphany of the Lord Saint Francis of Assisi Church
8:00 am The people of Saint Padre Pio Parish Saint Edward Church
10:00 am † Marion Kaib (Sondra Milan and Family)
THURSDAY January 9—Christmas Weekday Saint Edward Church
9:00 am † Dee Nowak (Family)
FRIDAY January 10—Christmas Weekday Saint Edward Church
9:00 am The people of Saint Padre Pio Parish
SATURDAY January 11—Christmas Weekday Saint Edward Church
9:00 am † Loretta Montemurro (Frank and Children)
SUNDAY January 12—Baptism of the Lord Saint Francis of Assisi Church
8:00 am † Francis Perz (Family) Saint Edward Church
10:00 am † Stinebiser Family (Fred and Anne Shick)
SAINT PADRE PIO PARISH
SAINT JUAN DIEGO PARISH SATURDAY January 4—Epiphany of the Lord 5:00 pm † James J. Schaming (Daughter, Diane Hupp)
SUNDAY January 5—Epiphany of the Lord 9:30 am † Stanley Marsico, anniversary (Tish Marsico)
12:00 Noon The people of Saint Scholastica Parish
MONDAY January 6—Christmas Weekday 10:00 am † Natalie Certo (Dr. E. Kenneth Vey)
TUESDAY January 7—Christmas Weekday 10:00 am † Deceased Members of the Certo Family
(Jo Certo)
WEDNESDAY January 8—Christmas Weekday 10:00 am † Brian J. McHugh (Kathy Murray)
THURSDAY January 9—Christmas Weekday 10:00 am † Mr. & Mrs. Charles W. Flynn, Jr.
(Eileen & Dan Gallagher)
FRIDAY January 10—Christmas Weekday 10:00 am † Connie Certo (Jo Certo)
SATURDAY January 11—Baptism of the Lord 5:00 pm † Monica Ribar (Family & Friends)
SUNDAY January 12—Baptism of the Lord 9:30 am † Mary Ellen Bartos (Eileen Koch)
12:00 Noon † Quintino Morelli (Sister, Anne Patitucci)
SAINT SCHOLASTICA PARISH
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Saint Padre Pio
Liam Paul Tighe December 22, 2019
TABERNACLE VIGIL CANDLE Week of January 5
Saint Mary: † Lou Woods (Wife, Rose)
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LITURGICAL LIFE
BAPTISMS: Celebrated during any of the weekend liturgies or
after the last Sunday liturgy (11:00am at Saint Joseph, 11:30am
at Saint Mary, 12:00pm at Saint Scholastica). Contact the parish
office of the appropriate church for details.
WEDDINGS: Celebrated at 2:00pm on Saturdays. Contact the
parish office of the appropriate church at least six months before
the desired date.
FUNERALS: Offered at 10:00am, Monday through Saturday.
Contact the parish office of the appropriate church for details.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Please contact the appropriate parish
office.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: See the bulletin schedule
for times and locations.
MASS INTENTIONS: Offered at each Mass for deceased loved
ones or for other special intentions. Please call the parish office
to schedule.
FAITH FORMATION: Offered for grades K-8 at Saint
Scholastica on Sundays and at Saint Joseph on Monday and
Tuesday evenings, September through April. Contact the Faith
Formation Office at 412-963-8885 for details or to register.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: All parishioners are encouraged
to contribute their time and talents to the church. All staff and
volunteers in the Diocese of Pittsburgh are required to obtain
clearances and training to comply with the Safe Environment
Policy. See diopitt.org/compliance or contact the appropriate
parish office for details.
MEMBERSHIP: To register at one of the Lower Allegheny
Valley Catholic parishes, to update your contact information, or
to let us know if you or a family member is homebound or has
moved to a nursing home, please use the form at the end of this
bulletin or contact the appropriate parish office.
SACRAMENTS and MORE
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Sunday—January 5
Isaiah 60:1-6 Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 Matthew 2:1-12
Monday—January 6
1 John 3:22—4:6 Matthew 4:12-25
Tuesday—January 7
1 John 4:7-10 Mark 6:34-44
Wednesday—January 8
1 John 4:11-18 Mark 6:45-52
Thursday—January 9
1 John 4:19—5:4 Luke 4:14-22
Friday—January 10
1 John 5:5-13 Luke 5:12-16
Saturday—January 11
1 John 5:14-21 John 3:22-30
Sunday—January 12
Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 Acts 10:34-38 Matthew 3:13-17
Collection for December 21 & 22:
Saint Joseph Parish:
Needed each week:
$16,432
$10,500
Saint Juan Diego Parish: Needed each week:
$4,133
$7,550
Saint Padre Pio Parish: Needed each week:
$6,556
$6,950
Saint Scholastica Parish: Needed each week:
$6, 971
$7,950
DAILY MASSES WEEK OF JANUARY 6 8:00 am Saint Joseph Church Fr. Bill Siple
Monday through Friday
9:00 am Madonna of Jerusalem Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Saint Edward Church
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
10:00 am Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Dale DeNinno
Monday through Friday
SATURDAY VIGIL MASSES—JANUARY 11 4:00 pm Saint Joseph Church Fr. Dale DeNinno
4:30 pm Madonna of Jerusalem Church Fr. Bill Siple
5:00 pm Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
SUNDAY MASSES—JANUARY 12 8:00 am Saint Francis of Assisi Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
9:00 am Saint Joseph Church Fr. Dale DeNinno
9:30 am Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Bill Siple
10:00 am Saint Edward Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
11:00 am Saint Joseph Church Fr. Dale DeNinno
11:00 am Saint John Cantius Church Fr. Lee (Korean Mass)
11:30 am Saint Mary Church Fr. Bill Siple
12:00 noon Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Every Saturday
9:30-10:15 am Saint Edward Church
11:30-12:00 noon Saint Joseph Church
3:30-4:00 pm Madonna of Jerusalem Church
Every Thursday
6:30-7:15 pm Saint Scholastica Church
A LETTER FROM OUR PASTOR
Father Dale DeNinno
THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH
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The Twelve Days of Christmas
From 1558 to 1829 the Catholic people in England
were not permitted to openly practice their faith. The
“Twelve Days of Christmas” was composed as a catechism
song for young Catholics, as well as for all the faithful to
remember some of the basic and beautiful central points of
our faith. The Christmas Carol has two meanings: the
surface meaning and a hidden meaning known only to
members of the Church.
Partridge in a pear tree - Jesus Christ. A partridge was
seen as a sort of dove, a pure bird, amongst fruit. Jesus is
the fruit of the womb.
Two turtle doves - The Old and New Testaments and also
was the gift Joseph presented in the temple.
Three French Hens - Faith, Hope and Love.
Four Calling Birds -The four Gospels of Matthew, Mark,
Luke and John.
Five Golden Rings -The Torah, the first five books of the
Bible on which the Jewish faith rested.
Six Geese-a-laying - The six days of creation.
Seven Swans-a-swimming - Seven gifts of the Holy Spirit:
wisdom, understanding, council, fortitude, knowledge,
piety and fear of the Lord.
Eight Maids-a-milking- The Eight Beatitudes are the
solemn blessings which mark the opening of the Sermon on
the Mount, the very first of Our Lord’s sermons in the
Gospel of Saint Matthew.
Nine ladies dancing - Nine gifts of the Holy Spirit: love,
joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
gentleness and self-control.
Ten lords-a-leaping -The Ten Commandments.
Eleven Pipers piping - The eleven faithful apostles.
Twelve drummers drumming - 12 points of belief in the
Creed; God the Father Almighty; Jesus Christ; Jesus was
conceived by the Holy Spirit in the womb of Mary; Jesus
suffered, died and was buried; Jesus rose after descending
into hell; Jesus ascended into heaven; Jesus will come
again to judge; the Holy Spirit - Lord and giver of life; one,
holy catholic and apostolic Church; forgiveness of sins;
resurrection of the body; and life everlasting.
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for the
Lower Allegheny Valley grouping of
parishes are now available on the
tables at the exits of each of our
churches. Be sure to take one home
with you. Special thanks to the
funeral homes in our area who paid
for the cost of printing: Worrell
Funeral Home in Sharpsburg,
Weddell-Ajak Funeral Home in
Aspinwall, and Thomas Smith
Funeral Home in Blawnox.
New LAV Website: Have you
checked out our new grouping
website at LAVCatholic.org? You
can still find information on the
individual parishes, their ministries
and groups. You will also find a
combined calendar showing all
events across all four parishes. Mass
and confession times, news items,
and the bulletin are all available on
the new site.
The Holiday Trains & Village
Display: The LAV Knights of
Columbus is sponsoring a FREE
“Holiday Train & Village Display”
for this Advent and Christmas
season. The display will feature
Vintage American Flyer Trains,
Plasticville Village, a Trolley and
Tyco Cars, and a Miniature
Animated Nativity Scene. The
Display is located in the St. Joseph
Hall (enter from lower parking lot)
and is open Saturdays from 2:00–
4:00 pm and Sundays from 10:00-
11:00 am and Noon to 2:00 pm,
November 30 through January 5.
FREE hot chocolate and cookies for
all visitors. This is the final weekend
to visit this exciting display!
The LAV parishes are grateful for
the generous monetary donations of
all our parishioners. Until we
officially merge as one parish, please
continue to make your checks out to
Saint Joseph, Saint Juan Diego, Saint
Padre Pio or Saint Scholastica
Churches.
March for Life: The Respect Life
Committee has reserved a bus to
travel to the annual March for Life in
Washington, D.C., on Friday,
January 24. The bus will stop at Saint
Mary Church on Middle Road just
after midnight and make a second
stop at 12:30 am at Saint Scholastica
Church. We will arrive in D.C. at
7:00 am for the Archdiocesan Youth
Rally and Mass. At noon we will join
the March for Life. Time permitting
we will visit our legislators before
boarding the bus for Pittsburgh. For
reservations or more information
please call Mary Catherine Scanlon
412-781-6550. To raise money for
this trip, there will be a Respect Life
Pancake Breakfast in January. Stay
tuned for more details.
The Catholic Women’s Bible Study
will resume their study of the Gospel
of Mark on Tuesday, January 7, at
1:00 pm in the Saint Scholastica
Parish Hall.
The Saint Pio “Lunch Bunch” will
get together on Friday, January 17, at
Noon at the Tavern in the Wall in
Aspinwall. All are welcome!
The “Catholicism” Video Series that began last fall will conclude with
sessions on four Wednesdays in the
Saint Scholastica parish hall,
10:30am - Noon, beginning on
January 15. The series presents the
foundations of the Catholic faith in a
visually arresting style. There is no
fee or registration. Come when you
can. If you have questions, contact
Andy Bechman at:
NEWS and ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Saint Anthony School Program
and the
DePaul School for Hearing and
Speech
The Diocese of Pittsburgh is
home to two nationally recognized
educational programs for children
with special needs. Saint Anthony
School Programs provides an
inclusive education to children with
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down
Syndrome, or other intellectual
disabilities in five elementary/
intermediate classrooms, secondary
classrooms, and one post-secondary
program at Duquesne University.
DePaul School provides
listening and spoken language (LSL)
education to children who are deaf or
hard of hearing, without the use of
sign language. Students learn to listen
and speak and successfully transition
to their neighborhood schools
alongside their peers with typical
hearing.
A second collection will be
taken in all of the churches in the
Diocese of Pittsburgh the weekend of
January 18-19, 2020. Your donation
will help both school programs to
further their goals of providing
quality educational opportunities for
their students. Your generosity is
greatly appreciated.
Faith Formation classes will resume the week of January 5. We will have a parent meeting
at the beginning of class during this week to discuss the Catholic Vision of Love program.
A note from Delia Barr: I wanted to share, without naming names, the different groups
of people who said YES to catechizing the youth of our parish grouping. They are all faith-
filled and humble servants.
Grandparents-Two sets! While helping catechize their grandchildren they are helping in the
classroom and in securing our halls and doors.
Grandmothers-Three total teaching in the classroom and one helping at the front door.
Moms of our students– 23! Moms who work outside the home, who stay at home, who are
teachers, who are pregnant, who are on my sub list that come when I need them!
Dads of our students- Three dads of our students who are another great example of faith-
filled families.
Moms and Dads- Two sets of moms and dads that share the teaching in a classroom. Now
that’s LOVE!
Teenagers- Four! Two of our classes are taught by high school students who want to share
their faith!
Church employee- One, she works in the church office all week and then also volunteers as a
catechist.
Parishioners– 17! Retired, young and single, young and married, those who have been
teaching since their children were in faith formation. A catechist who is battling breast
cancer and is still teaching. Some who volunteer in other areas of the parish but also take
time to catechize our children. Even a catechist from another parish grouping!
One husband, who is always there to serve. Fr. Dale says when he hired me he got two for
the price of one. He is the love of my life and I could not do this without his support.
All of these individuals said YES to serve. Each one of them I’m sure would tell you that
they get so much joy out of sharing their faith with our students. Please lift up these catechists
in your prayers. I believe with these servants sharing their faith, and their parents at home, our
youth will grow to be holy and loving children of God.
Teens, join us for an ugly Christmas sweater and Epiphany party on Sunday, January 5,
from 6-8 pm in the Saint Scholastica Ministry Center. Come dazzle us with your spectacular
holiday fashions! There will be a prize for the ugliest sweater. Bring a snack to share. Pizza
and pop provided.
NEWS and ANNOUNCEMENTS
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205 Brilliant Ave, Aspinwall PA 15215
412-781-7927
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.cdtca.org
Mark Grgurich, Principal
Around the Diocese. . .
Upcoming Weekends for Couples:
Retrouvaille has helped countless
couples experiencing marital difficulty
at all levels from disillusionment
through deep misery. We will be
hosting two weekend retreats in 2020:
January 31-February 2 and September
11-13. For confidential information,
call 412-277-3434, email
[email protected] or visit
www.HelpOurMarriage.com.
Warming Station Supplies Needed:
Catholic Charities’ warming station in
downtown Pittsburgh is open and
offering warmth, coffee, and snacks to
the homeless during the bitter winter
months. Your help to keep the
program stocked with supplies makes
a big difference. Catholic Charities
needs the following items: hand and
foot warmers, hats, gloves, mittens,
scarves, coats (size XL and larger),
granola bars, cereal bars, instant
oatmeal, instant soup, toiletries
(especially lotion and chap stick),
underwear (all sizes), and warm socks.
Supplies may be dropped off at the
Susan Zubik Welcome Center (212 9th
Street, Pittsburgh, 15222).
Year of Adoration: As a diocesan-
wide New Year's Resolution, we will
be kicking off a year of Adoration,
starting on January 1, 2020.
Throughout the year, we will
encourage the faithful to make regular
visits to Jesus in the Eucharist. For
updates, follow the diocese on
Facebook and Twitter and visit
www.diopitt.org/adoration2020.
The Catholic Committee on
Scouting is offer ing two
opportunities for Catholics involved in
Scouts BSA on January 11, 2020. The
Youth track fulfills the retreat
requirement for boys and girls in
scouting programs working on the
Roman Catholic religious emblem.
The Adult spiritual enrichment track
offers an opportunity for a spiritually
uplifting morning of fellowship and
growth. For details, go to diopitt.org/
scouting.
Save the Date! CDTCA’s Open House is Saturday, January 25 from 2:00 – 4:00. Tour the
school, meet the principal and teachers, discover the Catholic School difference! Beginning on
January 25, we will be accepting registrations for Pre-School – 8th grade for the 2020 – 2021
school year. Reserve your spot early!
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SOCIAL OUTREACH
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Local Homeless Ministry Donations: These items ar e needed now:
canned soup, canned red or black beans, macaroni and cheese, and jelly.
Please leave donations in plastic bags. Gray bins are in the Saint Scholastica
church entrance.
Larger donations in bags (NOT boxes) and ALL clothing may be
brought to the SIDE DOOR of 316 Third Street, Aspinwall, from 10 am-
12 noon on Mondays and Fridays. Please do NOT leave any donations
outside 316 or 318 Third Street.
Collection bins for local Food Pantries are located in the following
Church entrances:
Saint Edward Church and Saint Francis Church are collecting paper
products and canned tuna and chicken.
Saint Joseph Church is collecting Rice-a-Roni and any non-perishable
items. Please leave donations in the drawer in the vestibule.
Saint Scholastica Church is collecting canned vegetables and fruits and
any non-perishable items. Please put donations in the red collection bin.
Volunteering for Shelter Meals: Once per month, our grouping is
responsible for the evening meal at two area homeless shelters: Bethlehem
Haven on the first Wednesday of the month, and Community House on the
fourth Saturday of the month. Sign up sheets are posted in the vestibule at
Saint Joseph Church. The menu generally consists of meat, starch, salad or
fruit, rolls, drinks and dessert. When you sign up for a portion of the meal,
you will bring it prepared and hot (if appropriate) to the church parking lot
on the designated time/day. Those who volunteer to serve will load the food
into their vehicles, take it to the shelter and serve it. Serving generally takes
less than 90 minutes from the time you leave Saint Joseph until you are back
again. Note: The women’s shelter asks that only women ages 18 and over
serve at their shelter. For the men’s shelter, either gender or any age
(including youngsters with a supervising adult) can serve. The women’s
shelter cooks and servers meet at 5:15 pm; the men’s, at 6:15 pm. You will
receive a reminder phone call/text/e-mail a day or two before. If you have
any additional questions, call Saint Joseph parish office at 412-963-8885
ext. 306 or e-mail [email protected]. Please join us in doing God’s
work. God Bless You for helping those in need!
Requests for Assistance: Members of our community in need of shor t
term help can request assistance from the LAV chapter of the Saint Vincent
de Paul Society. Contact 412-254-4446 or
ADDICTION RECOVERY
MINISTRY NEWS 412-218-5410 [email protected]
The Substance Addiction Ministry of St.
Louise de Marillac and St. Joan of Arc Catholic
Church will present speaker Tracy Plevel,
Director of Development for Gateway Rehab, on
Tuesday, January 7 at 7:00 pm. Tracy will talk
about the recently formed Hope Fund, which
was created through a partnership with A.R.M.
to aid those transitioning from Gateway’s
inpatient program to an after care plan. The
presentation will take place in the lower level of
LeGras Hall, next to St. Louise de Marillac
Catholic Church, located at 320 McMurray
Road, Upper St. Clair. All are welcome.
Helpful thoughts from Al-Anon
I don’t have to understand everything. Some
things are not my business, and others will
simply never make sense to me.
I don’t have to be reluctant to show my
feelings. When I’m happy, I can give in to
it! When I’m not, I can turn to my Al-Anon
friends who help me to grow through the
tough times.
I don’t have to feel threatened by the future.
I can take life one day at a time.
I don’t have to feel guilty about the past.
With the help of the Steps, especially Eight
and Nine, I can make amends and learn from
the mistakes I have made.
I don’t have to feel alone. I can go to a
meeting, or pick up the phone–there is
always somebody to reach out to in Al-
Anon.
I don’t have to take responsibility for other
people’s choices. They have their own
Higher Power to help them make their
decisions.
I don’t have to give up on my hopes and
dreams – my Higher Power is not limited by
my lack of imagination.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION
Saturday, January 4 2:00-4:00 pm Holiday Trains & Village Display St. Joseph, St. Joseph Hall
Sunday, January 5 6:00 pm Youth Ministry Epiphany Party St. Scholastica, Ministry Center
Sunday, January 5 10:00-11:00 am &
Noon-2:00 pm Holiday Trains & Village Display St. Joseph, St. Joseph Hall
Sunday, January 5 10:30 am Parent Meeting & Faith Formation Classes, K-8 St. Scholastica
Monday, January 6 4:30 pm Parent Meeting & Faith Formation Classes, K-4 St. Joseph
Monday, January 6 6:15 pm Parent Meeting & Faith Formation Classes, 5-8 St. Joseph
Monday, January 6 6:30 pm Appalachia Meeting St. Scholastica, Parish Hall
Tuesday, January 7 1:00 pm Women's Bible Study St. Scholastica, Parish Hall
Tuesday, January 7 6:00 pm Parent Meeting & Faith Formation Classes, K-8 St. Joseph
Tuesday, January 7 6:30 pm St. Vincent de Paul Society Meeting St. Scholastica, Parish Hall
Wednesday, January 8 7:30 pm Hope for Haiti Committee Meeting St. Scholastica, Parish Hall
Sunday, January 12 10:30 am Faith Formation Classes, K-8 St. Scholastica
Monday, January 13 4:30 pm Faith Formation Classes, K-4 St. Joseph
Monday, January 13 6:15 pm Faith Formation Classes, 5-8 St. Joseph
Tuesday, January 14 4:00 pm Youth Ministry Pet Therapy Heinz VA Hospital
Tuesday, January 14 6:00 pm Faith Formation Classes, K-8 St. Joseph
Check One:
St. Joseph Parish
St. Juan Diego Parish
St. Padre Pio Parish
St. Scholastica Parish
Check One:
New Registration
Change of Address
Moving out of Parish
Requesting Envelopes
Membership Form Name:
Address:
City: Zip:
Phone: Email:
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