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SAINT PETER AND SAINT PAUL, PRAY FOR US! Parish Office Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9 am to 3 pm
Mass Schedule
Vigil Mass
(Saturday) 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Mass
8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Weekday Mass
M,T,W,F 8:30 a.m.
Confessions before daily
Mass; Saturday 4:15 p.m.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
SS. Peter & Paul Parish, a community of faith called by God to deepen
our relationship with Jesus Christ, serves the Lord by sharing our time,
talent and treasure. As disciples of Christ, we are called to bring Jesus
Christ to ourselves and others: our children, the sick, the poor, the fallen
away Catholics and those who need to hear God’s message of uncondi-
tional love and forgiveness. SS. Peter & Paul Parish is a beacon of light
rooted in Jesus Christ, passed on to his successor, our Holy Father the
Pope, and is guided by our local bishop to build the Kingdom of God on
Earth. It is our mission to shine the light of Jesus Christ in our world and
to spiritually enrich the individual members of the parish as well as the
larger community through word, worship, sacrament and service.
The Parish in the heart of the Endless Mountains Serving Bradford County since 1841
SACRAMENTS
The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated Sundays after the 11:00 a.m.
Mass. First time parents are asked to attend a welcoming session prior to
baptism. Godparents are asked to present a sponsor card. Please call the
parish office as soon as possible after your child’s birth to plan his or her
baptism.
The Sacrament of Marriage—engaged couples should notify the pastor
at least six months prior to their proposed date. Couples participate in a
preparation program.
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick—please call the parish of-
fice for visitation of the sick at home, in the hospital, or health care facili-
ty.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the official process used
by the Church to bring adults into the Catholic faith.
SPIRITUAL DEVOTIONS
The Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary
and the Divine Mercy Chaplet are prayed
in common before weekday Masses.
The Perpetual Novena of the Miracu-
lous Medal is prayed in common every
Monday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass.
Eucharistic Adoration is held from 9:00
a.m. on the Thursday preceding First Fri-
day until 2:00 p.m. on Friday in Grotto
Hall and the church.
Sacred Heart Devotions are prayed in
common after First Friday Masses.
Devotions to the Immaculate Heart of
Mary are prayed in common after the
First Saturday Masses.
Parish Prayer Line requests
Call Annette at 570-265-9691.
Pastor: Rev. Edward L. Michelini
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time † January 24 2016
“Today
this scripture passage is
fulfilled in your hearing.”
(Isaiah 61: 1) Luke 4: 21
CCD
Sunday 9:15 am in St. Agnes School
Jan. 24: Classes resume
Jan. 31: Classes all meet in church
Parish Dates To Remember
Jan 23-24: ARISE Sign-Up Weekend
Jan 24: CCD classes resume
: Youth Group 6 pm
Jan 25: Scranton Ecumenical Celebration @Cathedral 12:10 pm
Jan 28: ARISE Season 2 Leaders Workshop 6 pm; All welcome
Jan 29: K of C Dinner St. Basil’s Dushore 4-7 pm Ham/Potato
Jan 30: Breakfast For Life @ Montrose; RSVP 570-278-4500
: Dinner at Troy 1110 Main @ 6;*
*reservations, call Nancy 570-721-1062
Jan 31: Catholic Schools Week Kickoff (details at left)
: CCD classes all meet in church this Sunday
K of C District Meeting in Grotto Hall 1 pm
Feb 3: Feast of St. Blaise, blessing of throats after 8:30 am Mass
Feb 6: Wyalusing Women’s Retreat 570-746-1006
Feb 7: (Week) ARISE small groups begin this week
Feb 9: Nicholson Mardi Gras dinner/dance 570-406-8578
Feb 10: Ash Wednesday
St. Agnes School
Catholic Schools Week
Sunday, January 31st- Catholic Schools Week Kickoff (all
events take place at the school unless otherwise noted)
10am-2pm Book Fair & Promise Tree Silent Auction
10am-12pm Open House & Student Pre-registration
for 2016-17
11am Children's Mass & Choir at
SS. Peter & Paul Church
12pm-1pm Community Brunch
1pm-2pm Children’s "Olympic Games"
All events open to the public
Look for the St. Agnes School Page in today’s bulletin.
ARISE, Sign-up is HERE,
TODAY !
Why not be part of something that
promises to have a positive effect on
the renewal of our Parish?
ARISE Season II is open to anyone. It is an opportunity to
get to know others from your parish and to renew your
commitment to Christ. There is no experience necessary!
Never cracked open a Bible or the Catechism?
No problem! Join us. We offer a wide variety of experi-
ences and levels of knowledge and understanding. All are
welcome, and ALL have something valuable to share. You
are a child of God and you belong in this family of believ-
ers. Join us today! Sign-Up sheets are in the back if you
missed the in-pew sign-up.
And of course you may always contact your parish team
for any questions: Mike Boyek, Christina Fleury, Kathie
DeWan or Sharon Kaminsky. Check our website and
FaceBook for more information at:
www.AriseTowanda.weebly.com or
www.facebook.arise.towanda.pa
Second Annual Catholic Men’s Conference
April 23, 2016
Dr. Scott Hahn from Franciscan University and
Monsignor Charles Pope from the Archdiocese of Wash-
ington DC will be the main presenters at the Sec-
ond Annual Catholic Men’s Conference on April 23,
2016 at King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
The theme for the Conference is “Jesus Christ, The
Face of True Manhood.” There will be opportunities for
Eucharistic Adoration, the celebration of the Sacrament of
Reconciliation as well as devotional prayers. Additionally,
exhibitors will be offering a full array of Catholic books,
CDs and DVDs, and be presenting ministry opportuni-
ties. Fathers, sons, grandsons and friends are all most wel-
come to attend.
Men, set some space aside in your busy schedules
to attend this Conference. Those who attended last year’s
conference felt that the day was very beneficial. More de-
tails will follow, but mark your calendars now.
Women’s Retreat in Wyalusing February 6, 2016
A women's retreat is scheduled at St. Mary's in Wyalusing
on Saturday, February 6, 2016, with Father Pio Mandato
and the Capuchin Sisters of Nazareth. The topic will be
Pope John Paul II’s document on the Dignity and Vocation
of Women. Registration begins at 8:30 AM; and Mass is
scheduled at 9 AM. Father Pio will give the homily/
conference on “The Call to Follow Jesus.” There will be
several talks throughout the day, with confession time
available. Lunch will be provided and the event will con-
clude at 3 PM. The retreat is sponsored by St. Mary’s
Ministry of Mercy Outreach, and there is no cost for at-
tending; but please register by calling the parish office at
570-746-1006, so that we will have an accurate lunch
count. Please tell all the women in your life of this retreat,
and make this a wonderful and spiritual girl's day out event
Leap With Us
Mark your Calendars and Sign-up
Because of some calendar conflicts, we will be unable to
celebrate Mardi Gras this year as a parish—but we WILL
have a Leap Year Party instead, on Sunday, February 28,
2016. We will especially honor any who celebrate their
birthday on February 29th. More de-
tails about the party will be in next
week’s bulletin, but please sign up
today, so that we can begin planning
for the food and other entertainment.
Liturgical Ministers Jan. 30 - 31 Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharistic Sat. Vigil 5 pm: Marilyn Miller, Bob & Jackie Pyznar Sun. 8 am: Rose Powers, Greg Steele, Sonia Huff 11 am: Kathy Joyce, Charlene Garden, Mary T. Jurnack Lectors: Sat. Vigil 5 pm: Patti Meredith Sunday 8 am: Theresa Sparrow 11 am: Karen Stroud Altar Servers Sat. Vigil: Tyler & Logan Lambert Sun. 8 am: Teddy Steele, Kate & Sara Burrowes 11 am: Hannah & Sam Tavani Musicians Sat. Vigil 5 pm: Joe Dorsey, Cindy Williams Sunday 8 am: George Dzus, Marie Seibert 11:00 am: St. Agnes Students Hospital & Personal Care Home: Sonia Huff Bradford County Manor: Donna Brown
Altar Care 1/30/16 Jackie Johnson
Linda Kocan, Donna Brown
Collection Counters 1/25/16 Team A
Mass Intentions Jan. 24 - 31 Sat. Vigil 5 pm: Our Parishioners
Sunday 8:00 am: Intentions of Bill & Linda Hollenback in
honor of their 50th Wedding Anniversary
11:00 am: Philip Johnson
Mon. 8:30 am: Paul Chmil, Sr. (Kathie DeWan)
Tues. 8:30 am: Mary G. Barrett (Helen M. Barrett)
10:15 am Marian Coyle (Grace Walsh)
Mass at Personal Care Home Wed. 8:30 am: Rose Lenox (Jack & Mary Lou Allis)
Thursday No Masses
Fri. 8:30 am: Bob Doepker (Family)
Sat. Vigil 5 pm: Jim Christini (Lani Wood)
Sunday 8:00 am: Louisa & Alexander Macchi
(M/M George Dzus)
11:00 am: Our Parishioners
Offertory January 10, 2016
Sunday Offering $ 3,583.10
Aid to Education $ 476.30
Special Envelopes $ 97.00
Thank you for your generosity!
Second Collection No second collection will be taken up this week. Next
week, the annual Diocesan Campaign for Human Develop-
ment will be taken up Jan. 30-31. Flyers and special enve-
lopes for CCHD are in the back of the church for your con-
venience; mark your name/contribution box number on that
envelope, for your contribution credit.
2016 Men’s Spring Cursillo and
2016 Women’s Spring and Fall Cursillos
As we enter 2016, it is time to more seriously consider
making a Cursillo this year. The 2016 dates follow:
Men’s Cursillo — February 25-28, 2016;
Women’s Cursillos—April 14-17, & October 6-9, 2016.
Please speak with either John Demangone, Rob
Grimes, Barbara Krauss, Christina Fleury for additional
details; other information and applications are on the
table at the entrance to the church.
Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Next week’s collection for the Catholic Campaign for
Human Development (CCHD) needs your help. CCHD
was founded to break the cycle of poverty in the United
States by funding organizations that help individuals help
themselves. With a tradition of improving education,
housing situations, and community economic develop-
ment, CCHD continues to make a positive impact in com-
munities nationwide. Your contribution will defend
human dignity and reach out to those living on the mar-
gins. Please give to the CCHD Collection January 30-31.
Join us for BEST LENT EVER 2016
Rediscover Jesus
Are you searching for a deeper sense of purpose?
A clearer understanding of God’s plan for your life?
What matters most and what matters least?
—Then it’s time to rediscover Jesus.
Based on Matthew Kelly’s new bestseller,
Rediscover Jesus, our free Best Lent Ever email program
will take you on a 40-day spiritual journey to encounter
Jesus—and yourself—in a deeply personal way, and begin
(or nourish) a habit of daily prayer.
NEARLY A QUARTER MILLION POPLE
PARTICIPATED IN BEST LENT EVER 2015.
NOW IT’S YOUR TURN !
Will it be your best Lent ever? That is entirely up to you.
Lent is not just about giving things up;
Lent is about doing something—
doing something bold; becoming a better
husband, father, wife, mother, friend, etc.
We hope that this program will help you do that.
Lent will soon be upon us!
What, Lent will soon be here? We just finished
Christmas, how can Lent be so soon?
It is true; Lent this year begins on Ash Wednesday,
February 10, 2016.
But “Do Not Be Afraid” — we just received infor-
mation from Dynamic Catholic that they are offering a free
email program to correspond with Matt Kelley’s book,
“Rediscover Jesus,” that was distributed at Christmas – if
you did not get a copy, see Fr. Ed. Here is how it
works: sign-up on line at DynamicCatholic.com/Lent and
you will receive a daily email with a short video that will
guide you through the 40 chapters of the book (one each
day). This sounds great! It seems like a very simple way,
during Lent, to bring Jesus into our lives, leading to a more
personal relationship with Him. I feel that this is something
in which the whole family can participate. Not only that,
the kids can show the parents how all this computer
and internet stuff works.
RICHARD M. FARLEY CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT
———————————
521 MAIN STREET 570-265-4993
TOWANDA, PA 18848 FAX: 570-265-5996
e-mail: [email protected]
Knights of Columbus TOWANDA COUNCIL, No. 3915
7 Poplar St., Towanda PA 18848
Meetings 2nd/4th Wednesdays at 7 pm
Contact: 570-265-2113
If you would like to join our parish, contact: SS. Peter & Paul Church—106 Third St.—Towanda PA 18848
Call 570-265-2113 or email [email protected]
REQUEST FOR PARISH REGISTRATION FORM
Name ____________________________Date__________
Address_________________________________________
City,Zip _________________________Phone __________
ST. AGNES SCHOOL A Roman Catholic School of the Diocese of Scranton
Pre-K (3 & 4 Years of Age) to Grade 6 Middle States Accredited
(570) 265-6803 102 Third Street
Towanda PA 18848
www.edline.net/pages/StAgnes
570-268-7653 570-888-2202
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PLEASE THANK
these SPONSORS
Of our
Parish bulletin
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS_
Mary Allen; Anonymous Request; Anonymous Special Intention; Christine Bedford; Gus
Branish; Edith Brennan; Julia Brown; David Brubaker; Patricia Coleman; Robert Coles; Joan
Cowles; David Conklin; Sue Daly; John Thomas Demangone; Margaret DeMarco; Patricia Dibble;
Mike Dunkle; Helen Finlan; Richard J. Finnegan; Mike Gambal; Jim Grimes; Sally Groff; Ann
Thompson Haglich; Evelyn Hoff; Glenna Hoffman; Billy Hollenback; Linda Hollenback; Betty Johnson; Adam Kelly;
Joyce Kuykendal; Timothy Leo Lenox; Connie Leone; Frank Lindsey; Sharon Mahaffey; Mary Ellen Marshall; Marie
McCauley; Deany Mc-Garrigle; Debra McGovern; Joe Miksis; Mary Miksis; Steven (Nate) Miller; Mary Lou
Muchichko; Jim Nalisnick; Charles Palmer; Mary Paquette; Joe Perechinsky; Bev Place; Matt Pritchard; Alex Rabago;
Delia Rabago; Kathleen Lenox Reider; Yolanda Rossi; Rita Sasso; Richard Schmieg; Mary Scioscia; Ed Slocum, Jr.;
Jerry Smith; Joanne Smith; Marie Smith; Robert Spaulding; Paula Stover; Mackenzie Kempner Taylor: Ed & Barbara
Ulatowski; C. Michael Vaughn; Kathleen Woods; Ruth Young; Elsie Zurn; also Grace, Venus, Zaida, Edna, & Rita.
To add a name to this published Prayer List, call the office at 265-2113 or email your request to [email protected].
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Join Us In the Spiritual Renewal of Our Parish! Lent 2016
Please visit us at: www.ARISETowanda.weebly.com Like us on FaceBook at: www.facebook.arise.towanda.pa
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175th Anniversary Committee Report
The 175th Anniversary Committee has drawn up a Calendar of Events for the 175th Parish Anniversary Year
(see next page) with dates and times included As you can see, there will be an interesting variety of events and activities
or attend, or to contribute time and talent to, and enjoy, throughout the year-long celebration.
The Commemorative Booklet is in the process of being written, and will include the listings of all the Business
Sponsors and Patrons for the anniversary activities, along with a narrative of the history of the parish from its begin-
nings. An invitation list is being prepared for honored guests for the Anniversary Dinner.
The much-requested new Parish Directory is in the works; photography sessions for the Directory are now
scheduled for the week of September 4th and the week of October 9, 2016. We hope to include EVERY ONE in this
new directory, so please plan to be included.— plan to pose for a picture at a designated time to be arranged during those
weeks. Appointments will be set up later in the year, before September.
The parish history Deck of Cards has been delivered. We will arrange pick-up ($8 per deck, cash on delivery, or
check made out to SS Peter & Paul 175th) to be announced, to pick them up at church after Mass, for your convenience,
or you may come to the parish office during office hours 9-3 Monday through Thursday.. They will remain available for
purchase later, as long as the supply lasts. The order form is still on the table in the back of the church, if you want to
reserve one or more decks.
Ham & Potato Dinner in Dushore St. Basil’s
Friday January 29,2016, from 4 PM to 7 PM at St. Basil’s Hall, Dushore, PA: Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, String
Beans, Coleslaw, Applesauce, Dinner Roll, Homemade Dessert, Coffee, Tea, Milk and Water. Adults: $8, Children 12 to
6: $3.00, under 6 free. Everyone welcome. Take-outs available. Proceeds benefit local charitable activities. Sponsored by
Knights of Columbus, Dushore, Wyalusing and Mildred, Council 12406
Mardi Gras in Nicholson St. Patrick’s
Knights of Columbus #6611 will sponsor a Mardi Gras dinner and dancing on February 9, 2016 from 7-11 PM, preced-
ing the 40 days of Lenten fasting about to begin. Enjoy the spirit of Mardi Gras, in costume (for a door prize) or not!
Cost: $15 each or $25 per couple; bring a dish/or dessert and deduct $5. Includes: shrimp Gumbo, Cajun chicken pasta,
Cajun corn maque choux, and the traditional king cake; beer and wine will be provided. Tickets available at door, or call
Greg Purdy 570-406-8578. For those 21 years and older only. This is in the current parish of our former Parish
Administrator, Father Thomas Petro.
Catch Our Spirit…
Celebrate Catholic Schools Week
January 31 – February 6, 2016
Celebrate Catholic Schools Week by attending one of our Catholic School Open Houses! You are invited to come expe-
rience our communities of faith and academic excellence. From Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, our students live
their faith, challenge their minds, serve their communities, and build lifelong friendships. For specifics about the Open
Houses or for more information about our Diocesan Catholic Schools, including tuition assistance opportunities, please
visit www.DioceseofScranton.org/CatholicSchools.
See St. Agnes School insert in the bulletin this week for details.
Standing Up For Life
We are grateful to everyone involved in the planning, organizing, participating
(especially outside in the cold), and praying, in the annual Rally for Life at the
Courthouse last Sunday and in the prayer service and reception hosted at our
church afterward. By your actions, you have given public witness to all observ-
ers, as well as to those who saw the front-page newspaper article on Monday in
the Towanda Daily Review, about the sanctity of life. You represent not only the
parish of Saints Peter and Paul, but also, along with many other pro-lifers from
our community, courageously stand up for those most vulnerable among us.
Anyone interested in future pro-life activities and events should contact Mare Seibert 570-265-3122.
History, Heritage, and Handing-On What God has Given to
Us
Saints Peter & Paul Parish
106 Third Street - Towanda, PA 18848-1798
Phone: (570) 265-2113 – Fax: (570) 265-2114
Email: [email protected]
www.sspeterandpaulchurch.net
Calendar of Events
March 13, 2016 11:00 Mass - Reenactment of the Towanda St. Patrick’s Day Irishmen’s march
that led to the establishment of Saints Peter and Paul Parish
May 14, 2016 5:00 PM - Mass SS Peter & Paul Church - Music by FULL ARMOR Band
7:00 PM - FULL ARMOR Concert at JFK Hall (St. Agnes School)
May 30, 2016 9:00 AM - Memorial Day Mass and Refreshments
at SS Peter & Paul (James Street) Cemetery
June 26, 2016 11:00 AM - 175th
Anniversary Mass with Main Celebrant Bishop Joseph Bambera
12:30 PM - Social & Hors D'oeuvre Hour at JFK Hall (St. Agnes School)
1:30 PM - 175th Anniversary Dinner at JFK Hall (St. Agnes School)
August 14, 2016 100th Anniversary Celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto (Third Street)
Procession and Blessing to follow the 11:00 AM Mass
12:30 PM Ice Cream Social on the grounds around the Grotto
September 5, 2016 11:00 AM Labor Day Mass at State Road Cemetery
-------------------- PREVIEW OF COMING EVENTS - MORE DETAILS TO COME! ---------------
Fall & Winter 2016 Pictures taken for Parish Directory Weeks of Sept. 4th and Oct. 9th
—Time Capsule Burial — Choir Concerts
January 2017 Celebration of Catholic Schools Week
April 2017 Organ Concert
May 2017 History Fair —Closing Concerts
May 29, 2017 Memorial Day Mass and Re-Dedication of Early Graves
at SS Peter & Paul Cemetery
