Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church /Assumption B.V.M. Church
131 North Beech Street, Mount Carmel, Pa. 17851
Very Reverend Archpriest Michael Hutsko, Pastor
Rectory 570-339-0650 Church Hall 570-339-4333
Web Site – sspeterandpaulmc.org – E-Mail: – Fax 570-339-2715
Prayer Line: Louise Cuff 339-3660 – Eleanor Stebila 339-2353 – Louise Troyan 339-1565
Please notify the rectory office if you or a loved one is hospitalized or admitted to a nursing home.
Office Hours: Mon. Tues. - 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM - Wed. Thurs. 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
1st Collection: Candles 2nd Collection: Regular Offering
4th SUNDAY OF THE GREAT FAST
John Climacus Venerable
Saturday – 03-14-2015
3:15 PM – Confessions
4:00 PM - For the Parishioners
Sunday – 03-15 -2015
8:15 AM Confessions
9:15 AM + Leo & Anna Berzinski req. by Son Leo, Jr.
11:00 AM at Assumption B.V.M. +Bertha Mayernick req. by Barbara, John, & Michael.
Prayers for the deceased immediately after Liturgy
Monday – 03-16-2015
8:00 AM - Lenten Hours
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Confessions –Ss. Peter & Paul Church & Assumption BVM Church
Tuesday- 03-17-2015
No Services
Wednesday – 03-18 -2015
6:00 PM – Pre-Sanctified Liturgy +Theresa Pupo req. by Olszewski Family
Thursday - 03-19-2015
8:00 AM - No Services
2:00 Mt. Carmel Nursing Home - +Sandra Grabuski req. by Aunt Helen Kuzo
Friday – 03-20- 2015
6:00 PM – Pre-Sanctified Liturgy – +Stella Bodnar req. by Jeri Kulick
Saturday – 03-21-2015
8:00 AM - + John & Helen Cheddar – req. by Son, Joseph
8:30 AM –Prayers for the deceased
11:00 AM 12:00 Noon – Confessions
3:15 PM - Confessions
4:00 PM – +Howard, +Kufta, +Moser, +Ford, +Bridy Families req. by Brock Bridy
Sunday – 03- 22-2015
5th – SUNDAY OF THE GREAT FAST
Mary of Egypt Venerable
8:15 AM - Confessions
9:15 AM - For the Parishioners
11:00 AM – at Assumption BVM - + Robin Mayernick req. by Mom & Dad
Prayers for the deceased immediately after Liturgy.
MARCH 15, 2015
Welcome: We the people of SS. Peter & Paul/Assumption Churches, are a catholic
community that worships God spreads the Good News of Christ, and serves those in need. Come
into the house. Bring all you are, no need to check your failures at the door. There are no perfect
people here. You are invited: come. Come in seeking, come in wondering, come in hurting. Come into this house of companionship and compassion. Come in. You are welcome here.
Ss. Peter & Paul/Assumption Churches open their doors to you.
Upcoming Events: Mark your calendars and plan to support the following events:
March 15 – Deanery Stations of the Cross – St. Michael’s - Frackville
March 19 – Pysanky Class
March 22 – Deanery Stations of the Cross – St. Nicholas – St. Clair
March 25th – Annunciation of the Theotokos -
Solemn Holy Day
March 26 – Pysanky Class
March 28 – Friendship Breakfast
March 29 –Palm Sunday – Deanery Stations of the Cross – St. Nicholas – Minersville
In Your Prayers: Please remember to pray for he sick and infirm of our Parishes.
Please Remember:
To pray for vocations to the Holy Priesthood and religious life.
Rosary Intention:
For the week of March 15, 2015 For the sick & infirm of our Parishes.
Altar Flowers:
Altar Flowers can be sponsored weekly for $30.00 per arrangement. Parishioners can sponsor these flowers in Memory of a loved one, or for any occasion. Anyone interested in sponsoring flowers
may call the church office during normal work hours at 570-339-0650.
Ss. Peter & Paul Replenish Fund Donations as
of March 8, 2015:
Total to date: $64,150.80
Replenish Fund: None
Rebuilding Fund: None
Your Stewardship: We thank you for your financial support of our parish communities. The following donations were deposited from last
Sunday’s collection.
Weekly Parish Financial Report:
SS. Peter & Paul Church
Sunday, March 8 , 2015
Income…... $ 1,768 .00
Expenses… $11,821.26 *
Sunday, March 9 , 2014
Income…… $ 2,331. 00
Weekly Parish Financial Report:
Assumption B.V.M. Church
Sunday, March 8 ,2015
Income…... $ 892.00
Expenses… $4,900.90*
Sunday March 9, 2014
Income…… $ 558.00
*Denotes Property Insurance Premium included in expenses for each parish.
PROPERTY INSURANCE PREMIUMS PAID:
Property Insurance Premiums for both parishes were due by the end of this month. Both parish premiums have been paid. The premium for Ss. Peter & Paul Church is $8,595.00 for the year.
Premium was increased 2.5% since last year.
The premium for Assumption BVM was $3,654.00 likewise a 2/5% increase.
“SAY WHAT”
Wealth shines in giving rather than in hoarding; for the miser hateful, whereas the generous man is applauded.
Mystery (Sacrament) of Repentance:
Is available before each Divine Liturgy on Saturday, 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM and on Sunday in SS. Peter & Paul Church, 8:15 AM to 9:00 AM, and at Assumption BVM Church on Sunday before
11:00 AM Divine Liturgy in the confessionals.
Ss. Peter & Paul Church Lector Schedule:
Sat – March 14 4:00 PM
Christine Bogner
Sun – March 15
Justina Eisenhart 9:15 AM
Sat – March 21
Brock Bridy 4:00 PM
Sun. March 22
George Ann Katchick 9:15 PM Assumption B.V.M. Church Lector Schedule:
Sun.- Mar. 15 Kianna Rizzo 11:00 AM
Sun.- Mar. 22 Bryce Fiamoncini 11:00 AM
Ss. Peter & Paul/Assumption B.V.M. Churches
Collecting Food Donations: Ss. Peter & Paul Paul/Assumption B.V.M. Churches are continuing to collect food items to be donated to the Mount Carmel Area Food Bank. Please continue to donate to the less fortunate in our community. Thank you to everyone who has and continues to donate to this worthy cause.
Bulletin Requests:
Any requests or any information to be placed in the bulletin must be in writing and submitted to the church office by 12:00 Noon on Mondays. Thank you for your cooperation.
Religion Classes:
Religion classes are held at Ss. Peter & Paul Church on Monday evenings from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM. All children from pre-school age to 8th grade are encouraged to attend. Children receiving the Sacrament of Penance/Holy Communion in Calendar Year 2014-2015 must attend these classes. Registration forms are available. If you have any question, please contact Christine Bogner at 570-847-4385.
Adult Discussion Group:
As part of their ministry to our parish, the Sisters are leading an adult discussion every Monday on matters of faith, spirituality, family and formation. These discussions are free-flowing and will change
as the Spirit leads. All adults of our parish and community are cordially invited to attend and participate. Discussions are held on the same nights as CCD and at the same time 6:00 PM till 7:15 PM in the social hall. This is an excellent
opportunity for all of us to grow in the knowledge, understanding and practice of our faith. Please join us and bring a friend!!!
ANNUAL LENTEN FRIENDSHIP
Our Annual Lenten Friendship Breakfast will be
Held Saturday, March 28th beginning with a special Divine Liturgy at 9:00 AM and a hot breakfast buffet in the hall immediately following. I am very pleased to announce our guest speaker that morning will be Dr. Robert Zimmerman. Dr. Zimmerman is the founder and chief partner of Comprehensive Women’s Health Services in Pottsville, as well as a founding member and driving force behind the creation and success of “The Birth Place” at the Schuylkill Medical Center. All parishioners, neighbors and friends are cordially invited to join us for this morning of prayer, fellowship and inspirational words. As always, there is no charge for this event and no tickets are required. Remember….be a friend, bring a friend, make a friend! We look forward to seeing you there!
2015 DEANERY LENTEN SERVICES:
All services begin at 3:00 PM
Sunday, March 15 Stations of the Cross -
St. Michael’s - Frackville
Sunday, March 22 – Stations of the Cross -
St. Nicholas – St. Clair
Sunday, March 29 – Palm Sunday - Stations of the Cross -
St. Nicholas - Minersville
LENTEN CONFESSION SCHEDULE:
Confessions will be heard from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in each parish. The schedule is as follows:
Monday, March 16 – Assumption B.V.M.
Fr. Fesniak
Ss. Peter & Paul, Mt.Carmel –
Msgr. Melnic, Fr. Ivanov
EASTER OFFERING: Please begin now putting aside a couple of dollars a week so that you can make an extra special offering to our churches on Easter Sunday. We ask each parishioner to consider making an Easter donation of at least $25.00. Gifts of $50.00, $75.00, $100.00 or more would be greatly appreciated. When we stop consider the great gift of Jesus himself, the Son of God it is easy for us to respond generously as we celebrate His Resurrection.
SUNDAY SOCIAL:
Sunday Social is held at Ss. Peter & Paul Church
Immediately after the 9:15 Liturgy. All are welcome. Donations are accepted and appreciated.
FASTING REGULATIONS:
During the season of Lent we are to refrain from eating meat that day and every Friday of Lent and are encouraged to fast from meat on all Wednesdays of the Lenten season. All are asked to do their best to keep this discipline of the church.
IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR:
Pussy Willows are once again needed for Palm Sunday Weekend Divine Liturgies March 28th and March 29th, 2015. If you are able to provide pussy willows, kindly call the church office at 570- 339-0650 during regular office hours. Thank you so much.
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CHOIR PRACTICE:
With Easter fast approaching, we would like to have as many as possible join our choir so we will be able to make our Easter Season a festive and joyous one. Choir rehearsal will begin on Monday, March 23rd at 7:00 PM at Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Anyone interested in joining our choir please contact Ed Cuff at 570-339-3660.
THANK YOU: Special thank you to everyone who provided baked goods, desserts, and help in setting up for our social after hosting the Deanery Stations of the Cross. Everything was delicious and much appreciated. May God Bless All of You.
CONGRATULATIONS: We offer our love, prayers, and congratulations to Brandon Mariano & Jessica Latshaw on the birth of their son, Orrin Michael Mariano who was born on May 7, 2011 & Finnley Andrew Mariano who was born on November 8, 2014 who will receive the Holy Sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation, and Holy Eucharist on March 14, 2015 at Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church at the 4:00 PM Divine Liturgy. May Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ grant the Latshaw/Mariano Families many more Happy & Healthy Years in our Christian community.
4th SUNDAY OF GREAT LENT
Troparion:
O John, our Father, God-bearer, hermit of the desert and angel in the flesh, you received heavenly gifts by your fasting, vigils, and prayers; You healed the sick and those coming to you with faith. Glory be to Him Who gives you strength; glory be to Him Who crowned you; glory be to the Lord Who heals all through your intercession.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, now and ever and forever. Amen.
Kontakion
O John, our leader and father, the Lord has placed you on high as a true guiding star lighting the ends of the earth with the truth of your virtue.
Prokimenon:
Let the faithful exult in glory; let them sing for joy and take their rest.
Epistle: Heb 6:13-20
Gospel: Mk 9:17-31
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
V. Planted in the house of the Lord, they flourish
in the courts of God.
INSTEAD OF: “It is truly Proper…..”
In You, O Woman Full of Grace, the angelic choirs and the human race – all creation- rejoices. O sanctified Temple, Mystical Paradise, and Glory of Virgins, He, Who is our God from before all ages, took flesh from you and became a child. He made your womb a throne and greater than the heavens. In You, O Woman Full of grace, all creation rejoices. All praise be to you!
Communion Hymn:
The just man shall be in everlasting remembrance. An evil report he will not fear. Alleluia! (3x)
Prayer for Vocations
Almighty and merciful God,
Inspire those You have chosen
To hear and answer Your call to the
Priesthood and Religious Life.
Give them the courage
to be the prophets for our times.
Give them the wisdom and openness
To live their personal call
Give them the strength
To be ready witnesses of
Your love and care for the world.
May they find support
and encouragement
in our words and in our prayers,
Through the intercession of Mary,
The Mother of God, and all the Saints.
Amen
PYSANKY CLASSES: Classes in the traditional art of decorating Easter Eggs…pysanky…will be held at Ss. Peter & Paul Church every Thursday at 6:00 PM during the Lenten Season. Classes will begin on February 19th and continue each week through March 26th. We are fortunate again this year to have Rose Demsko of Ranshaw, a renowned expert and accomplished artist, teach these classes. The pysanky classes are free of charge and open to everyone in our community and all age groups. However, children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent. Attendees are required to bring along two uncooked eggs. All other supplies will be provided by Rose. For more information or to register, please call Ss. Peter & Paul Church Office at 570-339-0650.