Community

Hospitality: As a community of faith, St. Therese’s Parish Community provides an atmosphere where we hope and pray that each person feels welcome and en-couraged to grow in a deeper faith in Jesus Christ.

“All Are Welcome!”

Parish Membership: We welcome all who wish to join our parish. Please con-tact the parish office at your earliest con-venience. We would like to meet with you and see that your presence in the parish is properly acknowledged and registered. We also would like to remind parishioners to notify the office of changes of address and/or telephone number.

Christian Initiation Process: This is a process by which believers become members of the Roman Catholic Church. This journey in faith is con-cerned with the total formation of the person into believing, living, praying and serving with the Church community. This gradual development climaxes in the celebration of Initiation at Eastertime. Our Inquiry Period is ongoing. For more information, contact the office.

Stewardship

God has entrusted us with many gifts: Time, Talent & Treasure. We hope and pray that all members will share their giftedness, to continue to “share the Good News of Jesus with all people” and “build up the Body in Love.”

Worship

Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am

Daily (Mon., Wed., Thur., Fri.): 9:00am

Baptism: This first of the Sacraments of Initiation is a significant part of the person, the family and the parish community. For this reason, we encourage the celebration in a community setting. Two options are offered monthly: 11:00am on the Second Sunday 12:00pm on the Fourth Sunday

Baptismal Preparation Classes: The parish provides a Baptism Preparation Program for expectant parents. Godparents are welcome to attend, though it is not required. If you are expecting a child, please call to register for this program. Classes are held on the 2nd Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6:30pm in the Rectory.

Reconciliation: The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated weekly every Saturday at 4:00 to 4:30 PM, or anytime upon request and also in a fuller form seasonally throughout the year.

Marriage: In order to properly prepare for marriage, it is expected that the couple contact the pastor to arrange for an ap-pointment prior to making other arrange-ments. This must be done at least six months pr ior to the desir ed date of mar-riage. One or both individuals should be members of the Parish for at least one year before marriage at St. Therese’s.

Word

Catholic Schools: The parish commu-nity supports Catholic education in the Dioceses of Scranton. Families are en-couraged to take advantage of these fine educational and formational institutions.

Religious Education Program:

Grades 1-6: 4:30 to 5:45pm Mon. & 5:45 to 7:00pm Tues. Summer Session Events: 10/13/18, 12/1/18, 2/9/19, 4/20/19 Family/At Home Program: 9/29/18, 11/3/18, 12/15/18, 3/16/19, 4/27/19 Summer Session: July 8-19, 2019 Pre-School/K Classes: 11am Sunday Grades 7 & 8: 5:45-7:00pm Tuesday 6:45-8:00pm Wednesday

Service Hospitals/Nursing Homes and Anoint-ing of the Sick: Please notify the of-fice if your loved one is in a hospital, nursing home or confined to the home.

First Friday Calls: Each month, those unable to participate in Mass because of health or age are visited. Our Ministers of Holy Communion are available to bring Communion every Sunday to those confined to their homes.

Parish Bequests

As you think about sharing the fruits of your labor & your love with future gener-ations, we would ask that you prayerfully consider the Church of Saint Therese.

The Parish Community of Saint Therese’s

Shavertown, Pennsylvania 696-1144

www.stthereses-shavertown.com

Our Pastoral Staff

Rev. James J. Paisley, Pastor Weekend Assistance:

Rev. John Albosta Rev. James Alco

Karen Attanasio, Assistant Coordinator

of Religious Education Terri Besecker, Parish Secretary &

Director of Stewardship Renée Fallon, Business Manager

Aileen Whalen, Director of Liturgical Music

John Grassi, Custodian Beverly Harostock, Sacristan

Carol Kaleta, Director of Liturgy Denise Williams, Coordinator of

Religious Education Francis Zelinka, Youth Minister

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 16, 2018

Community

Calendar of Events

Monday 4:30pm CCD Gr. 1-6 (JPII Center) Tuesday 5:45pm CCD Gr. 1-8 (JPII Center) 7:30pm Choir Practice (H) Wednesday 6:45pm CCD Gr. 7-8 (JPII Center) Saturday 6:00pm 10 Great Dates (H) Sunday 11:00am PreK/Kindergarten (H) 12:00pm Baptisms (C) 6:30pm Insights Faith Sharing (H)

Have You Ever Wondered...?

Have you ever wondered what the symbol on the tabernacle door means? How about the story behind our beautiful stained-glass windows? And what are those three jars in the cabinet near the baptismal font?

In observance of the Feast of Saint Therese, Father Jim will host a tour of our magnificent Church on Monday, October 1, at 6:30 P.M. A social will follow in Father Sammons Hall.

All are welcome as we discuss the rich symbolism that permeates our Church building... from the Mosaics and Stations of the Cross to the Vestments and Vessels used at Mass.

Please join us for an evening of discovery, learning, and fellowship.

Our annual event will be held on Friday, September 28th. If you serve on a committee

or ministry and have not yet received an invitation, please contact Terri at

570-696-1144 ASAP.

Coinciding with the kickoff of our Environmental Ministry, we have an educational opportunity right in our own back yard, On Thursday Sept. 20 at 7PM in Lemmond Hall at Misericordia University, Dr. Robert Musil P.H.D.; M.P.H. will address Environmental Climate justice issues. Anyone interested in learning more about caring for earth is invited to attend. The event is free and open to the public.

Congratulations to Peggy Harvey on being awarded Diocesan recognition for her service in Religious Education. She r eceived the Saint John XXIII 25 year award for teaching in the Religious Education Program. We are grateful for her dedica-tion and caring in her teaching, as well as her love for the children. Peggy shared the benefits of her teaching ministry: “As a member of St. Therese’s my whole life (my First Communion was celebrated at St. Therese’s), I suppose what I have gained personally is a feeling of giving back. All the religious milestones in my life have been at this wonderful parish. Because I teach 2nd grade, I need to teach children, now and then, to be comfortable receiving the sacraments and to do it with joy. We have a wonderful program which can be a model for other parishes. “

Blessing of Animals Sunday, October 7 at 12:30 PM

In honor of the feast of St. Francis, families are invited to bring their pets to be blessed in the new parking lot. Pets of every species, shape, color and size are welcome!

Worship The Celebration of the Eucharist

Mon. 9:00AM William A. Rusin Jr. (Anniv.); Family Tue. 9:00AM NO 9:00AM MASS Wed. 9:00AM Maria Alexander & Family; Peggy Naher & Family Thu. 9:00AM Tara Dougherty; Elizabeth Ministry Fri. 9:00AM Frank De Primo; Clemente Family Sat. 5:00PM Stephen Strumski Jr.; Family Sun. 7:30AM Lois De Gennaro (Anniv.); Maureen & Phil Straub 9:00AM Michael Bigus; Carl & Dorothy Ungvarsky 11:00AM Joseph T. Brennan; Wife, Jean

In Memoriam

The Eucharistic Wine consecrated at our masses on the weekend of September 15 & 16 is donated in loving memory of Mark Malloy by Family.

Eucharistic Wine: In Memoriam

The altar wine blessed at our weekend liturgies is being offered as a memoriam for a loved one. If you are interested in memorializing a family member or friend who has passed away, please call the rectory 570-696-1144 for information and details.

WEEKEND MASS CELEBRANTS

September 22-23, 2018

Saturday 5:00PM—Fr. Alco Sunday 7:30AM—Fr. Paisley 9:00AM—Fr. Paisley 11:00AM—Fr. Paisley

BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS: To be consid-ered for inclusion in the weekly bulletin, all items should be submitted by the Friday (10 days) prior to publication. Information can be mailed to St. Therese’s Church, 64 Davis St., Shavertown, Pa. 18708, faxed to 570-696-1210 or preferably emailed to rfallon@stthereses-shavertown.com.

WE NEED YOUR HELP

Since Geisinger will no longer provide us with pa-tient information when we call, we NEED YOU to contact Terri in the Parish Office (696-1144) when you or a loved one is hospitalized. Father Jim and the members of our Hospital Visitation Ministry will be happy to pay a visit. Please DO NOT hesi-tate to call us!

Baptized in Christ

The parish family of St. Therese’s wel-comes Aubrey Jaye Hetro, Livia Hope Lawless, Jean Margaret Morris and Paige Marie Hawley into the commu-nity of faith.

Welcome and God Bless.

The prayers and support of the parish are extended to the families of the following in the midst of their grief and mourning: Ruth Smith, mother of Kevin.

Missionary Collection: Heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the Mission Appeal for Ken-ya. A total of $6,227.05 was collected. The amount of “good work” that will be accom-plished by this sizable donation is limitless. Thank you and God bless!

Parish "Feast Day" Opportunities to Celebrate and Share

In honor of the Feast of our Patroness,

St. Therese, the following activities have been scheduled for our parish:

A nine-day novena to St. Therese can be

prayed from September 23 through October 1. Copies are available in the vestibule.

A "Celebration of Ministry" will be held on Friday, September 28, in gratitude for all those

who serve in a ministry.

A special Feast Day Mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 1, at 9AM. Participants will be blessed with a First Class Relic of St.

Therese and receive a blessed Rose in her honor.

Tour of the Church and fellowship on October 1 at 7PM.

Please join us as we celebrate the life and

ministry of one of the Church's greatest Saints, our beloved Therese.

Commitment of Treasure

“Give to the Most High God, as God has given to you, generously, according to your means, for the Lord is one who always repays, and God will give back to you seven-fold.” Sirach 35: 9-10

Stewardship of Faith Share the gift of faith by inviting

a family member or friend to Church!

Attendance weekend Eucharist (Sept. 8-9, 2018)

Adult Env. 444/1,331 Child Env. 39/200

BAPTISMAL PREPARATION: The next Baptis-mal Preparation Class for expectant parents will be held on Tuesday, November 6, at 6:30PM in the rectory basement. Most parents prefer to attend this mandatory session prior to the birth of their child. Please call the rectory office to register.

Collection Date: Sunday, 09/09/2018 Adult Offertory $10,436.00

Children’s Offertory $47.50

Loose $449.00

5:00pm 224 7:30am 145 9:00am 173

11:00am 340 SFC 75 Total 957

New Faith-sharing Opportunity

The Adult Faith Formation Team will host a new Scrip-ture Study/Faith Sharing Program called “Insights”. Very much like “Arise”, this program consists of Pray-er, music, the Sunday Gospel, reflection questions, and suggestions for Action. Mary Anne Susek will facilitate the first session which will be held on Sunday, Septem-ber 23, at 6:30 P.M. in Father Sammons Hall. Subse-quent sessions will be held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month through January. It is not necessary to attend all of the sessions and a booklet will be distribut-ed at the door. There is no charge for this program The Faith Formation Team is working on a number of other spiritual opportunities for our parishioners, in-cluding: a tour of the Church, an Advent Taize Prayer Service, another Book Club, and more. Stay tuned!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Plans and prepa-rations are underway for the upcoming reli-gious education year. If your child is not regis-tered, please contact Denise Williams at 570-696-1144 as soon as possible.

10 Great Dates to ENERGIZE your Marriage (A program to help spark

romance with memory making evenings)

Dates are held the fourth Saturday of each month. Topics do not build on each other. Therefore, you do not need to attend every month to benefit and you do not need to commit to all 10 dates. Next session: Sat, September 22.

Dates start at 6:00 pm in Father Sammons Hall. The night begins with a 15 minute DVD, before you leave for your personal date. Date ideas in-clude dinner, taking a walk, taking a drive, etc. Anything that will allow discussion time with each other.

There is no fee to attend, and the Parish will pro-vide the accompanying book for free.

Ruth’s Place: Our par ish has another oppor -tunity to prepare a meal for the homeless women of Ruth’s Place on Mon., Sept. 24th. Look for the poster in the vestibule of the church this weekend and put your name and phone number on the item you will donate. Items needed will be entrées, side dishes, salads, breads or rolls, desserts and drinks. You will then be contacted by a member of the Social Justice Committee to confirm your selec-tion. Prepared food can be dropped off at 5 pm in the church parking lot (elevator side). Members of the committee will deliver the meals to Ruth’s Place. For further information call Sue at 570-407-0092. Monetary donations are accepted and can be noted and placed in the collection or dropped off at the rectory. Thank you

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