The Parish Family of SAINT CLARE OF ASSISI PASTOR Rev. Msgr. William F. Glosser, V.F., M.A., M.Div. 250 E. Hancock St. Saint Clair, PA 17970 Office Phone……………..570-429-0370 Rectory Phone…………..570-429-0701 Office Fax………………….570-429-0630 Email [email protected]Website stclareassisi.weebly.com Assumption BVM School 570-622-0106 Nativity BVM High School 570-622-8110 Immaculate Conception Hall 570-429-0302 Saint Joseph Center for Special Learning https://stjosephctr.com/ Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 12, 2020 MASS TIMES (Please check bulletin for changes) Tuesday – Friday 8AM (Chapel) Saturday – 4PM Sunday- 8:30AM and 10:30AM Holydays – Please check bulletin SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays 3:15-3:45PM or call the rectory to schedule an appointment. St. Stephen Parish, please see Priest before Mass. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Prospective parents are expected to attend an instruction session. Please call the parish office to make arrangements and schedule an appointment. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Arrangements should be made one year in advance to schedule and plan your wedding. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PREP/CCD classes are offered for our public grade school children. Classes are held Wednesday evenings 6PM to 7:30PM. Parish Registration Parish registration is recommended for all individual persons and families who worship regularly and who intend to participate actively in the life of our parish by sharing their time, talents and treasure. Registration is necessary for celebrating Marriage and Baptism, as well as for the issuing of Sponsor Certificates. Director of Religious Education………………………………Dorothy Frie Parish Religious Education Website……………stcstsprep.weebly.com Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator Mrs. Wendy S. Krisak, MA, MCC, LPC Direct: 1-800-791-9209 Secretary for Youth Protection ……………. Pamela Russo, MSW, MS 1-610-871-5200 Ext 2204 [email protected]++++++++++++++++ A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 12, 2020 “Thus says the Lord: Just as from the heavens the rain and snow come down and do not return there till they have watered the earth, making it fertile and fruitful, giving seed to the one who sows, and bread to the one who eats, so shall my word be that goes forth from my mouth, my word shall not return to me void…achieving the end for which I sent it.” As our own gardens are bursting with colorful flowers and the vegetable plants continue to grow, the image of the seed, fertility and fruitfulness are so appropriate. The prophet Isaiah, writing six centuries before the Christian era, used the same example as the parable of the seed, but also the need for water, warmth and care for the word to achieve its purpose. We listen to the Word of God, we open the text and reflect upon it, we are so familiar with what is written and read. A more important step must be taken. The rain and snow must penetrate the earth to provide the necessary support for growth. The water cannot just run off as often happens with the sudden summer downpour. A soft, penetrating shower offers the condition necessary to accomplish its end. So too, does reflection upon the word, weighing and pondering its meaning for me today. May my listening heart allow that growth to take place today.
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The Parish Family of SAINT CLARE OF ASSISI
PASTOR Rev. Msgr. William F. Glosser, V.F., M.A., M.Div.
Email [email protected] Website stclareassisi.weebly.com Assumption BVM School 570-622-0106 Nativity BVM High School 570-622-8110
Immaculate Conception Hall 570-429-0302 Saint Joseph Center for Special Learning https://stjosephctr.com/
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 12, 2020
MASS TIMES (Please check bulletin for changes)
Tuesday – Friday 8AM (Chapel) Saturday – 4PM
Sunday- 8:30AM and 10:30AM Holydays – Please check bulletin
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturdays 3:15-3:45PM or call the rectory to schedule an appointment. St. Stephen
Parish, please see Priest before Mass. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Prospective parents are expected to attend an instruction session. Please call the
parish office to make arrangements and schedule an appointment.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Arrangements should be made one year in
advance to schedule and plan your wedding.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PREP/CCD classes are offered for our public
grade school children. Classes are held Wednesday evenings 6PM to 7:30PM.
Parish Registration Parish registration is recommended for all individual persons and families who worship regularly and who intend to participate actively in the life of our parish by sharing their time, talents and treasure. Registration is necessary for celebrating Marriage and Baptism, as well as for the issuing of Sponsor Certificates. Director of Religious Education………………………………Dorothy Frie Parish Religious Education Website……………stcstsprep.weebly.com Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator Mrs. Wendy S. Krisak, MA, MCC, LPC Direct: 1-800-791-9209 Secretary for Youth Protection ……………. Pamela Russo, MSW, MS 1-610-871-5200 Ext 2204 [email protected]
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A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 12, 2020
“Thus says the Lord: Just as from the heavens the rain and snow come down and do not return there till they have watered the earth, making it fertile and fruitful, giving seed to the one who sows, and bread to the one who eats, so shall my word be that goes forth from my mouth, my word shall not return to me void…achieving the end for which I sent it.” As our own gardens are bursting with colorful flowers and the vegetable plants continue to grow, the image of the seed, fertility and fruitfulness are so appropriate. The prophet Isaiah, writing six centuries before the Christian era, used the same example as the parable of the seed, but also the need for water, warmth and care for the word to achieve its purpose. We listen to the Word of God, we open the text and reflect upon it, we are so familiar with what is written and read. A more important step must be taken. The rain and snow must penetrate the earth to provide the necessary support for growth. The water cannot just run off as often happens with the sudden summer downpour. A soft, penetrating shower offers the condition necessary to accomplish its end. So too, does reflection upon the word, weighing and pondering its meaning for me today. May my listening heart allow that growth to take place today.
WELCOME BACK TO MASS
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 St. Kateri Tekakwitha 8:00AM Elizabeth Troy Wednesday, July 15, 2020 St. Bonaventure **6:30PM Parish Anniversary Mass For the Living and Deceased Parishioners Thursday, July 16, 2020 Our Lady of Mount Carmel 8:00AM Joseph McElvaney Friday, July 17, 2020 8:00AM John & Anna Rehnert Saturday, July 18, 2020 **4:00PM Colleen Beaumont (Queen of the Universe Cemetery, Weather Permitting) Sunday, July 19, 2020 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30AM Deacon John Pogash 10:30AM Ann Louise Bowman
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK The prophet Isaiah could not have had the scientific understanding we have today of the weather and the water cycle, but he nailed it in the metaphor we hear in our first reading for this Sunday. Water falls from the sky in the form of precipitation, provides hydration for plants and trees so they bear fruit, collects in rivers and lakes to provide a necessary resource for humans and animals, then returns to the heavens having nourished and sustained life here on earth. So too does the Word of God. When spoken from the heavens, it has a creative and transformative effect. It does God’s Will here on earth. It nourishes us and sustains us even as it rises back to heaven to continue the circle of life.
**CHANGE IN MASS SCHEDULE Wednesday we will celebrate the 12th Anniversary of our parish with Mass at 6:30PM. There will be no morning Mass that day. PARISH MASS SCHEDULES & SACRAMENTS IN PART A OF THE GREEN PHASE No one is obligated or pressured to attend Mass at this time! Do not come to church if one feels ill! Still must wear masks in the presence of others! Still must maintain social distance!
Saturday Open Air Vigil Mass at Queen of Universe Cemetery. Please arrive at 3:30PM; Mass at 4PM. No Mass in event of rain. Please bring a lawn chair, bug repellent, and a hat for the sun. Sunday Masses: 8:30AM & 10:30AM. Doors open 30 minutes before Mass.
Please stay home if you feel ill or have symptoms of the Coronavirus or have been exposed to someone who is suspected of COVID-19. SPECIAL COLLECTION Each year our diocese and our parish take up a special collection for the Mission Cooperative to help promote the physical and spiritual well-being to the Catholic Church in the Third World Nations. This year when we were informed that it had been cancelled because of the Pandemic, we cancelled the envelope that normally comes with the June-July mailing. This year there will be no missionary to speak at Masses but it is important that we support their efforts. Therefore, the envelope will be included with the August-September mailing. We ask you to drop the Mission Co-op envelope in the basket anytime during August. This year our Parish’s efforts will benefit the Dominican Friars.
SANCTUARY CANDLE INTENTION In Memory of The Kantner Family, William, Anna, Rev. William, and Shirley Kantner requested by Joe Kantner. SECOND COLLECTIONS This week is scheduled for Cemetery Upkeep. Next week will be the Diocesan Collection for Central and Eastern Europe. THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY On second thought, we have decided to put the Morning Bible Study on hold for now. ALTAR SERVERS Training for new altar servers will commence next week. We wish to thank those who have already informed the rectory of interest. Our seminarian James will make a phone call to schedule practices. NEIGHBOR HELPING NEIGHBOR FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES The Schuylkill County Permanent Diaconate Aspirants ask for your help with a Schuylkill/Carbon Catholic Charities Drive. A local neighbor-helping-neighbor drive to help restock needed supplies listed below will run from Saturday, June 27 thru Sunday, July 19. Your donated item(s) can be dropped off in the Drive containers located in church. Any questions, please call John @ 570-691-7217. Thank you for any help during these very trying times. Diapers (ALL sizes), baby wipes, baby bottles, baby shampoo, baby body wash, teething rings, small toys, early reading books, car seats, 2T & 3T clothing, onesies, cleaning supplies, paper bags- all sizes, sandwich bags, plastic utensils, and grocery gift cards-Aldi’s, Weis, Giant, Boyer's, etc. (place gift cards in collection basket)
Yours in service with Jesus Christ, John Matulevich- St. John the Baptist; Robert “Bo” Reiley- St. Ambrose; John Sutter- St. Patrick’s THE PARISH BUILDING FUND In 2008, we began a monthly building fund envelope to help with parish improvements. Without asking parishioners for additional funds, the Building Fund in the last 13 years, which was seeded from the St. Mary’s Roof Fund and a small amount from SS. Peter and Paul, has covered the expense for…
• The porch over the church entrance • Adhesive epoxy weather-proof coating
on church steps • Handicap lift • Repainting the sanctuary • New sidewalks on Mill Street and
Nicholas Street • New church roof • Dehumidifying equipment in the church
attic • Replacement of church light fixtures
(utilizing ICC lights) • New electrical panel for church • Upgrades to fire and burglary alarm
system • Partial replacement of rectory roof • Adhesive epoxy coating of rectory porch • Demolition of St. Mary’ School • Demolition of St. Clair elementary
school • Construction of Carroll St. parking lot • Construction of handicap parking lot on
Hancock St. • Our Lady of Fatima Grotto • New roof ICC Social Hall • New heating system ICC Social Hall • Major repairs to Air Conditioning ICC
Social Hall • Demolition of ICC rectory • Renovations to rectory guest bathroom • Renovations to rectory kitchen • Renovations to rectory dining room
Many Capital Improvements have been made without a plea for additional financial help. While many people are still away from church because of Covid-19, we desperately need new floor covering for the church and to replace an inadequate sound system. We would just like to make you aware of our parish’s needs.
PRAYER AGAINST CORONAVIRUS
Lord Jesus Christ, our Divine Physician, we ask you to guard and protect us from Coronavirus COVID-19 and all serious illness. For all that have died from it, have mercy; for those that are ill now, bring healing. For those searching for a remedy, enlighten them; for medical caregivers helping the sick, strengthen and shield them. For those working to contain the spread, grant them success; for those afraid, grant peace. May your precious blood be our defense and salvation. By your grace, may you turn the evil of disease into memories of consolation and hope. May we always fear the contagion of sin more than any illness. We abandon ourselves to your infinite mercy. Amen. - Pedro de la Cruz www.CatholicPrayerCards.org We continue to add more videos of Masses, messages, and other specials to our YouTube channel and Facebook. Until we go completely green, Mass will continue to be videotaped and added to YouTube on Sunday afternoons. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjV62coJM4HnuOEQwrPkAXg/ Or search for St. Clare Assisi. CATHOLIC BISHOP ABUSE REPORTING SERVICE If you have an allegation of abuse against a bishop, please contact the Catholic Bishop Abuse Reporting Service at www.ReportBishopAbuse.org or by calling 800-276-1562.
ST. CLARE OF ASSISI WEEKLY FINANCIAL REPORT
Week of 6/28/2020
Contributions - Sunday Envelopes $ 3,772
Loose $ 159 Total Plate $ 3,931 Needed to meet Church Budget $ 4,558 Total Contributions 7/1/19 to now $ 253,489 YTD Budget to now $ 237,000 Total Over (Under) Budget $ 16,489 Other Collections Cemetery $ 685
ST. CLARE OF ASSISI WEEKLY FINANCIAL REPORT (New Fiscal Year)
Week of 7/5/2020
Contributions - Sunday Envelopes $ 4,714
Loose $ 91 Total Plate $ 4,805 Needed to meet Church Budget $ 4,808 Total Contributions 7/1/20 to now $ 4,805 YTD Budget to now $ 4,808 Total Over (Under) Budget $ (3) Other Collections Cemetery $ 409 Building Fund $ 931
BECAUSE WE ARE CATHOLIC ANNUAL APPEAL As of June 23, 17.91% of our parish families have joined the 2020 BECAUSE WE ARE CATHOLIC ANNUAL APPEAL. In other words, 79 parishioners have contributed $14,727.00 to support food programs, senior services, community outreach, Catholic schools, and more. Every dollar helps those in need. Imagine what we can do if 100% of our parish participates! Remember, every gift counts, no gift is too small. If you have any questions or would like to make a gift, please call the parish office or visit the Appeal website at www.BecauseWeareCatholic.org.
ST. CLAIR ECUMENICAL FOOD PANTRY Under the direction of Pastor Jack Murray of the Wade UCC Church, the churches of St. Clair are going to create a food pantry to assist the needy in our community. Volunteers are needed to help with the distribution of the food. If you can help, call 570-429-1951 and leave a message. Location: St. Clair-Wade United Methodist Church, 23 N. Front St., St. Clair. Areas Served: St. Clair, New Castle Twp., Arnots Addition, Mill Creek and Dieners Hill. When: Even months, first Thursday, 11am-noon, next one is August 6. EFFECTS OF COVID-19 In a recent article from The New York Times that appeared in the Republican Herald, it was explained that as time goes on we see that Covid-19 affects not only the lungs but also the kidneys, the heart, and the circulatory system. In some individuals, it depletes essential cells and weakens the immune system. Please wear a mask whenever you leave home and always maintain social distance. If someone in your home becomes ill with COVID-19, it’s important to protect all members of your household from becoming ill as well. Tips to protect yourself and other household members include:
• Separate yourself. Limit contact with the ill person as much as possible—while still caring for the person who is ill. If you can stay in a separate area of the house and use a different bedroom and bathroom, that would be ideal.
• Make sure that you have good ventilation—like an open window. Doctors have discovered that the respiratory droplets can linger in the air for several hours.
• Separate commonly used items. Items such as dishes, utensils, cups, towels and bedding should be thoroughly washed with hot water
and bleach (when appropriate). Use disposable gloves when handling contaminated items. Also, the ill person should use the same items after thoroughly cleaned vs. mixing the items other household members may use.
• Use a lined trash can to dispose of the ill person’s trash separately than other trash.
• Disinfect and clean frequently. Items to daily disinfect include: countertops, refrigerator handles, tabletops, doorknobs, cabinet and drawer hardware, desks, bedside tables, light switches, remote controls, computer/tablets/keyboards, headphones, cell phones, sink faucets, toilet handles, and soap dispensers. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a list of cleaning products that are safe to use around the house. Also, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) offers tips on how to effectively clean.
If sharing a bathroom with an ill household member, disinfect the area after each use. Wear a mask and gloves and wait as long as possible before entering to clean the bathroom. • Wear a face mask and gloves when interacting with the ill household member. Also, the ill person should wear a mask when anyone is in their area. • Minimize face-to-face and hand-to-hand contact by placing meals and drinks outside of the door vs. handing the items directly to the ill person. • Maintain open communication with the ill person’s physician. Keep the physician updated on current symptoms to determine if hospitalization is needed. • If you are living with someone who has COVID-19, it’s important to quarantine yourself for a minimum of 14 days. • Monitor your own health for symptoms for COVID-19. * It’s important to stay current with all information and guidance provided by the CDC, your physician, and your local health department. *
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