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DIOCESAN NEWS Pope Gannon among PAPAL FIRSTS reforms ‘Great Schools’ annulment Gannon University is the only university in western Pennsylvania to be named to the “Great Schools, process Great Prices” list in the 2016 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges. Gannon is ranked ninth Erie Diocese among all universities in the north region of the U.S. for providing excep- tionally high-quality education at an reviews affordable price. The “Great Schools, Great Prices” amendments ranking takes into account an institu- tion’s academic quality, based on its to canon law overall ranking in America’s Best Col- leges, and the 2014-15 actual cost of BY MARY SOLBERG | FAITHLIFE attendance for a student who received AND CINDY WOODEN | CNS the average level of need-based fi nan- cial aid. VATICAN CITY (CNS)— Recently, Gannon also was named Pope Francis’ recent reforms to in The Chronicle of Higher Education’s marriage annulments—making “Great Colleges to Work For.” Feed- the process simpler, quicker and back from employees was the primary less expensive—were made in re- factor determining the recognition. sponse to requests from bishops around the world since before 1980. According to Deacon Richard Villa graduate Shewman, a judge in the Marriage Tribunal of the Diocese of Erie, remembers mom Photographic Service of L'Osservatore Romano canonists and bishops worldwide Carla Miller Noziglia, a 1963 Erie Bishop Lawrence Persico enjoys a moment with Pope Francis at the Vatican's Clementine Hall on Sept. 10. were asked seven months ago to graduate of Villa Maria College, provide the Vatican with specifi c concerns regarding the annul- Erie, recently established the Eileen BY MARY SOLBERG | FAITHLIFE them in a written address to let the Holy Spirit “con- Miller Endowed Power Scholarship at ment process. tinually turn your life upside down,” challenge faithful “I think it’s great that Pope Gannon University, in memory of her ROME—Erie Bishop Lawrence Persico met his fi rst Catholics, seek out those who have left the church, and mother. pope and took his fi rst trip to Europe this month, just Francis has introduced all of the meet with non-believers. changes,” Deacon Shewman said. The gift of $25,000 will be matched days before Pope Francis made his own inaugural trip Bishop Persico waited in a long line to meet Pope by Gannon under the provisions of to the United States. “It’s something most canonists Francis, shaking his hand and asking him to pray for for years have thought should be the Power Scholarship Challenge. “As a priest and as a bishop, it was a very emotional the people of the Diocese of Erie. The pope does not Noziglia is a distinguished fellow experience being at the Vatican,” Bishop Persico said. done and he’s doing it.” speak English well, but acknowledged the request. The diocese handles about 150 of the American Academy of Foren- “It was such an honor to be in the Holy Father’s pres- While in Rome Sept. 6-13, Bishop Persico attended sic Sciences, a recipient of Gannon’s ence. You could sense the holiness about him.” annulment cases per year. It takes several classes that covered everything from canon law roughly six months for a case to Distinguished Alumni Award, and Bishop Persico joined about 130 new bishops from and administration to interreligious dialogue. He also currently serves on Gannon’s national around the world in Clementine Hall at the Vatican be resolved here, but in some cas- made a pilgrimage to the tomb of St. Peter. es longer, depending on appeals alumni board. Sept. 10. The pope, speaking only in Italian, advised Her mother, Eileen Miller, was a teacher of Latin and English for many See Annulment, page 3 years at the Erie Day School, and was an accomplished pianist who also sang in the St. Andrew Church choir. School receives $3.2 million

Prep grad hosts BY MARY SOLBERG | FAITHLIFE gave hundreds of thousands of dollars to the school and the parish, assisting in Norman and Agnes Allgeier—who renovations and capital campaigns. new TV show lived well into their 90s—were frugal With no children of their own, they Cathedral Preparatory School country folk from Greene Township. But poured their energies into the lives of graduate Justin Fatica visited Erie re- their generosity is unmatched in the his- many nieces, nephews and extended cently, bringing his nationally known tory of St. Boniface School. family. Norman became a father fi gure Hard as Nails ministry with him. Located on Wattsburg Road, near to Winschel, whose own dad died when An Erie native, Fatica has a new Waterford, the school sits across the he was 13. television show airing on EWTN and street from the parish cemetery where “Norman just loved kids. He believed YouTube, with episodes featuring the the Allgeiers are now buried. It seems an in Catholic education and the mor- Erie area. The Catholic evangelist, ideal burial plot for a man and woman als that he was brought up with,” says author and speaker hosts “You’re who loved children and dedicated their Winschel, who is senior vice president Amazing with Justin Fatica,” which hearts and pocketbooks to the advance- at PNC Wealth Management in Erie. airs Thursdays at 10 p.m. on EWTN ment of Catholic education. Beginning this school year, every Global Catholic Network. The “Now Uncle Norman and Agnes can child in kindergarten through fourth Gary Winschel, left, and his cousin Mike Allgeier are proud of the legacy of giv- episodes are posted in advance on see the kids coming to school every day,” grade at St. Boniface received $1,000 for ing passed down by their relatives at St. Boniface Parish/School, Erie. YouTube. says Gary Winschel, nephew and execu- tuition assistance from the Allgeier gift. Episodes show Fatica and his team tor of their estates. St. Boniface students in grades fi ve of young missionaries traveling by bus Norman Allgeier died at age 98 in through eight who have transferred to “We are very thankful and blessed to of the total gift is to be used for scholar- across the United States. One recent 2012; Agnes died this past January. They nearby Our Lady of Mount Carmel Par- receive this gift,” says Lisa Panighetti, ship assistance for St. Boniface students, show stopped in Hermitage and at a bequested $3.2 million to St. Boniface ish also have received $1,000 per year to principal of St. Boniface and Our Lady while the remainder goes to tuition assis- retreat with Prep students. While in School. defray tuition costs. of Mount Carmel. “Catholic education tance and school operations. Erie in mid-September, Fatica and Allgeier roots go deep in Greene Additionally, the Allgeier fund gives is a fi nancial sacrifi ce for some people, Currently, St. Boniface has 27 students his team presented programs at Villa Township, where Benjamin Allgeier $500 a year to pre-school students who so this has really helped many families.” in kindergarten through fourth grade; Maria Academy and at Prep. helped found St. Boniface Church in can save it for use when they attend kin- Tom Feeney, who serves on the par- another 28 are enrolled in its pre-school 1857. Over the years, Norman and Agnes dergarten. ish fi nance council, says $1.3 million program. Snippets of Catholic headlines and stories from around the world Washington, D.C. Joe represented Catho- from Catholic News Service lic Charities of the Diocese of Erie. Others from the diocese who attended the Mass in Washington were Bishop Hong Kong cardinal opposes Lawrence Persico, Bishop Emeritus the removal of crosses in China Donald Trautman, Father Nicholas HONG KONG (CNS)—Cardinal John Tong Hon of Rouch, Sister Mary Andrew Himes, Hong Kong has issued an “urgent appeal” to Communist RSM, and 21 of our seminarians. Party chiefs in Beijing, calling on them to order a halt  to an ongoing cross-removal campaign from Christian churches in Zhejiang province. October is Respect Life Month, but for “I sincerely and urgently appealed to the central gov- some, standing up for life is a year-round ernment to contact the Zhejiang provincial government calling. and investigate the real situation and stop all illegal cross On Sept. 12, Jim Burik of Erie and a removals,” the cardinal said in a statement this summer. handful of others braved torrential rains The Chinese authorities should “return to the right to gather at the chapel of Gate of Heaven path, placing supreme importance on the constitution, Cemetery in Erie for the third annual Na- ruling the country according to the law, and governing by Editor’s Notes tional Day of Remembrance for Aborted the law,” he said. The cardinal also called on Catholics in Children. Hong Kong to pray and fast for religious dignity and free- Mary SOLBERG And meet Joanie McCoy, a parishio- dom in order to share the sufferings of their persecuted ner of Our Lady of Peace Parish, Erie, brothers and sisters on the mainland. and a registered nurse at the Women’s A day earlier, Chinese authorities discounted rumors They say news travels like the speed of Care Center in Erie. She is proud of the circulating among Christian leaders and on social media light, but it’s still not fast enough to share pro-life services offered by the agency. that the 20-month campaign, which has seen the removal my thoughts about today’s historic Mass The Women’s Care Center does not of more than 1,200 crosses, would be halted. with Pope Francis in Philadelphia. Read- provide birth control services or refer- ers will have to wait until FaithLife’s Oct. rals and does not provide abortions or 11 edition for that refl ection referrals. Instead, it gives alternatives to Sources: Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate, Georgetown University and Gallup. © CNS Graphics As you read this, I am standing in a abortion, as implied by the Pennsylvania crowd of more than 1 million people on agency that funds it: Real Alternatives. the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, waiting “It’s so nice to show the other side of U.S. church ‘stands ready’ to for the Holy Father to celebrate the long- this issue and help these girls and women help Syrian refugees anticipated Mass that ends the World choose life,” McCoy says. Meeting of Families. WASHINGTON (CNS)—The U.S. Catholic Church I may not get any closer to the pope  “stands ready to help” in efforts to assist refugees fl eeing than fi ve blocks, having to watch him on war-torn countries in the Middle East, said the president a Jumbotron. Still, I count myself as sin- Did you know that the Kennedy Catho- of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Sept. 10. gularly fortunate to be present for this his- lic Family of Schools in Hermitage offers Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, Ky., said toric event. the only school-based equestrian program Catholics in the U.S. and “all people of good will should To get up-to-the minute reactions to in the region? express openness and welcome to refugees fl eeing Syria today’s Mass, go to @erie_pope on Twit- Students in pre-school through 12th and elsewhere in order to survive.” ter. The 230 pilgrims from the Diocese of grade (at St. John Paul II Elementary, Erie who are in Philadelphia are using Kennedy Catholic Middle School and Interviews reveal ‘inner’ pope #erielovesthepope. Even if you don’t want Kennedy Catholic High School) may opt to receive training in basic horsemanship. VATICAN CITY (CNS)—A pope needs friends, needs to sign up for a Twitter account, you can go online (https://twitter.com/erie_pope) mercy and needs to reach out to all people, Pope Francis  said in two radio interviews released in mid-September. to read what people from our diocese are Pope Francis told Portugal’s Catholic Radio Rena- saying. Also, watch for photos on Insta- Father Mike DeMartinis, parochial scenca that he goes to confession every 15 to 20 days and gram by searching for “dioceseoferie.” administrator of Mount Calvary Parish, confesses to a Franciscan priest. Laughing, the pope said, For a live stream of the papal Mass to- Erie, will soon announce details of a Bible “I’ve never had to call an ambulance” to carry him away day at 4 p.m., go to the following website: study he will teach on Wednesday nights “in shock over my sins!” www.ewtn.com/america. beginning Oct. 14. Sessions are free, but In a separate interview with Argentina’s Radio Mile- participants are asked to bring a revised  nium, Pope Francis was asked how he feels when he hears standard version of the Bible. people refer to him as a global moral leader and a point of Joe Flecher of Prince of Peace Center reference for all humanity. in Farrell was among many who attended Mary Solberg is the editor of FaithLife. “I know that I am a sinner,” the pope responded, and CNS photo the Sept. 23 canonization Mass for Juni- Email: [email protected] “so I speak with Jesus and tell him, ‘People are so good to A Catholic priest raises the Book of Gospels during a pero Serra at the Basilica of the National Call 814-824-1171 think this of me.’ But the good that is in me, I owe to him. Mass in Beijing. Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Twitter: @ERIERCDsolberg It is a gift from God.”

Pope extends mercy in abortion, divorce Letter points to pope’s the penalty is lifted. nifi cant changes to the church’s process of The penalty isn’t a punishment, but determining the nullity of marriages. Jesus environment concerns rather a stark reminder to the person told us very clearly that marriage is a life- of the seriousness of abortion, and long, unbreakable bond between one man FAITHLIFE staff report the need to be reconciled and re- and one woman. Marriage can only be dis- Guest form their lives. Normally, this pen- Pope Francis' encyclical on the solved by the death of one of the spouses. environment (“Laudato Si’—On Commentary alty can only be lifted by a bishop, But we are all aware that today, for lots of but Pope Francis is extending the Care of Our Common Home”) complex human reasons, nearly half of all is a key point in Erie Benedictine faculty to all priests within the con- marriages fail and a civil divorce becomes Father Christopher Singer text of the Sacrament of Reconcilia- Sister Pat Lupo's recent letter writ- necessary. The church’s annulment process is ten on behalf of Pennsylvanians tion. a great act of mercy, helping people to move We priests often hear of the inner Against Fracking. on in their lives after experiencing the trauma The letter, dated Sept. 17, was turmoil suffered, sometimes for of divorce. decades, by women who have had sent to Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Pope Francis has simplifi ed the process in Wolf, asking him to stop the use abortions. The pope now allows some cases, and has given the local bishop uring this Year of Mercy, Pope Fran- persons in this situation to receive forgive- of fracking and evaluate environ- D more discretion to intervene to help the pro- mental policies in the state. cis invites the human race to encounter God’s ness more quickly, so that they can continue cess move along more quickly. Pope Francis immense love and mercy in powerful ways. the process of healing. It is important to note “Pope Francis understands that also has asked that dioceses absorb the cost our current path is unsustainable Even before his visit to the United States that most bishops in the United States (in- of the annulment process, so that they can be this month, the Holy Father announced new cluding in the Diocese of Erie) have been giv- and that the poorest among us are offered for free to those who need them. already witnesses to that fact,” the ways in which the Catholic Church will open ing this special faculty to their priests for de- Divorce and abortion are two of the most wide the doors of mercy to persons facing two cades. Thus, the pope’s announcement will letter states. devastating experiences that can happen in Pennsylvanians Against Frack- of life’s most diffi cult situations: divorce and be more signifi cant elsewhere in the world life. Pope Francis has opened up new doors abortion. than in the U.S. ing is a coalition of organizations of mercy to help heal those who experience around the state opposed to the process of hydraulic fracturing First, all priests throughout the world will Here is the bottom line: If you have ever these tragedies. If you are one of these peo- be given the faculty (ability) to fully forgive confessed abortion, or have ever cooperated used to release natural gas from rock formations. ple, talk to your local priest, or call the Erie Sister Pat, who is an environmental educator at Erie's Inner- the sin of abortion. Because abortion is such in an abortion, rest assured that the priest Diocese Offi ce of Matrimonial Concerns at a violent and devastating act, those who freely you spoke with had the faculty to lift the pen- City Neighborhood Art House, said many faith leaders from 814-824-1140. the region signed the document. have an abortion, or directly help someone alty and grant forgiveness. If you have ever Come and experience God’s mercy. else to procure an abortion, automatically confessed abortion, it has been forgiven and The letter can be found online at http://documents.foodan- have a penalty imposed upon them, restrict- you can move on with healing. dwaterwatch.org/doc/PAF_Faith_Letter_to_Wolf_2.pdf. Father Christopher Singer is the chancellor of the ing them from receiving the sacraments until Second, Pope Francis has announced sig- Diocese of Erie.

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Catholics who are now, if a petitioner from the Diocese of Erie has an ex- about 90 percent—at last year’s divorced are free to receive the The indissolubility of marriage is still a fi rm stance of the spouse living elsewhere, the Erie Diocese had extraordinary Synod of Bishops sacraments, but if they wish to re- Catholic Church. to contact the other diocese to make a determination on the family. marry, an annulment is necessary. on jurisdiction. With the change, as long as one party Pope Francis’ new rules re- Bishop Lawrence Persico and Pope Francis urges that fees be eliminated, but he is not lives in the Diocese of Erie, the Erie Diocese may now spond to that request. Except for members of Erie’s Tribunal are demanding it. Currently, the Diocese of Erie charges $450 have jurisdiction. what is needed for an appropri- still reviewing the details of Pope per case, but the fee may be waived because of inability ate salary for tribunal workers, Francis’ two motu proprio (papal to pay. A bishop may signifi cantly abbreviate the annulment the pope prefers that the annul- decrees) governing the procedures process under certain conditions: ment process is free “so that, in for how the church determines Elimination of the potentially lengthy automatic second • If both parties agree to the annulment process a matter so closely tied to the that marriage was invalidly con- judgment for all annulment cases. No longer will annulment salvation of souls, the church— • There is overwhelming proof that a sacramental tracted. cases in the Diocese of Erie be sent automatically to the marriage did not exist by demonstrating to the faithful Father Christopher Singer, Archdiocese of Philadelphia; the decision made locally that she is a generous mother— • If that proof can be documented. chancellor of the Diocese of Erie, will be the fi nal decision, unless there is an appeal. may demonstrate the gratuitous said marriage, in the eyes of the love of Christ, which saves us Catholic Church, remains a life- all.” long, unbreakable bond between The U.S. bishops’ website one man and one woman. notes that the fees vary from dio- “Marriage can only be dis- cese to diocese within the United solved by the death of one of the States. Several dioceses already spouses,” Father Singer said. “But Graphic by Rich Papalia waive fees, but most charge be- we are all aware that today, for tween $200 and $1,000 for a for- lots of complex human reasons, mal case. nearly half of all marriages fail EVENTS “Getting rid of the fee is get- and a civil divorce becomes nec- ting rid of a burden for some essary. The church’s annulment Mercy Sisters celebrate Eire to Erie 40 hours devotion to be held in Emlenton people, but it hasn’t in my expe- process is a great act of mercy, rience been an obstacle to being helping people to move on in their ERIE—The Sisters of Mercy will celebrate their history in Erie at EMLENTON—The annual 40 hours devotion will be held at St. granted an annulment. If some- lives after experiencing the trau- a special event, Eire to Erie, Oct. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m.at the commu- Michael the Archangel Parish, 811 Chestnut St., Emlenton, Oct. one can’t afford it, we waive the ma of divorce.” nity’s motherhouse, 444 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie. 4-6 at 7 p.m. each night. All are welcome to attend. Eucharistic All proceeds will benefi t the mission of the Sisters of Mercy, New Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be available after Mass York, Pennsylvania, Pacifi c West Community, who will assist those each morning at 10 a.m., and continue until the close of the evening in need and care for their elderly and infi rm sisters. service. Father John Paul Kuzma, OFM Cap., will preach. OBITUARY Tickets are $75 per person and include cocktails, hearty hors d’oeuvres, an auction and entertainment. To purchase tickets, sponsor Discover the ‘Epic’ story of the church a sister to attend, or purchase program ads, contact Sister Bernadette Sister Marcia McDonald, RSM Bell, RSM, at 814-824-3635 or at [email protected]. SHARON—Experience church history from a Catholic perspec- tive by watching “Epic: A Journey through Church History” at St. Stanislaus-Holy Trinity Church, Sharon, beginning Oct. 6. Benedictine Sisters refl ect on Laudato Si’ “Epic” is a captivating and fast-paced look at the story of the Devoted life to education, ERIE—The Benedic- Catholic Church, beginning with the lives of the Apostles to the tine Sisters of Erie will present day. Join the St. Stanislaus-Holy Trinity community as it administration, research continue their Enrichment journeys through the fi rst 1,000 years of church history. Series with a presentation Sessions begin Oct. 6 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and continue every Mercy Sister Marcia McDonald, a member on Pope Francis’ environ- Tuesday through Nov. 17 at the same time. For more information of the Sisters of Mercy, Erie, devoted her days to ment encyclical, “Lau- or to register, call the parish offi ce at 724-342-7391 or send an email education, administration and research. She died dato Si’—On Care of Our to [email protected] by Sept. 30. A $30 registration fee Sept. 5 in her 77th year of religious life. Common Home,” Oct. 7 will include an illustrated work book, the “Epic” timeline chart, and Born in DuBois, Feb. 12, 1921, she was bap- at 7 p.m. at Mount Saint an “Epic” bookmark. tized Mary Marcella. On June 27, 1938, she en- Benedict Monastery, Erie. tered the Sisters of Mercy at St. Joseph Convent, The presenter is Bene- Prayer group organizes healing Mass Titusville, from St. Catherine Parish, DuBois. dictine Sister Dorothy She professed perpetual vows on Aug. 16, ERIE—The Son of God Prayer Group—affi liated with St. John Stoner, with Benedictine the Baptist and Holy Rosary parishes, Erie—invites the public to 1944. She received her bachelor’s degree in com- Sister Katherine Horan, mercial education from Mercyhurst University, attend a healing Mass with Father David Poulson and Father Jason Sister Marcia representing the environ- Feigh at Holy Rosary Church, E. 28th and East Avenue, Erie, on Erie, and her master’s in education from the Uni- McDonald, RSM ment community, and versity of Pittsburgh. Oct. 6. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. to provide time to write peti- Marco A. Monsalve, tions on a simulated brick wall. Petitions will be offered with the Her teaching years were spent at Ss. Cosmas CEO of McManis & and Damian in Punxsutawney, where she also served as principal; Mer- presentation of the gifts at Mass, which begins at 6:30 p.m. Music Monsalve Associates. The will be provided by St. Joseph Bread of Life Community. cyhurst University, Erie; Mercyhurst Preparatory School, Erie; and event is free and open to these former high schools: St. Michael in Greenville, St. Joseph Acad- the public. Rosary March scheduled in downtown Erie emy in Titusville, and St. Justin’s in Pittsburgh. For information, contact Sister Stephanie Schmidt, OSB, at 814- She went on to become registrar, director of admissions, and assis- 899-0614, ext. 2511. ERIE—The 21st Annual Diocesan Rosary March—sponsored tant to the dean at Mercyhurst University. She also served as develop- by the World Apostolate of Fatima—will be held Oct. 11 beginning ment director at Mercyhurst Prep. Made2Worship scheduled through November at 2 p.m. at St. Peter Cathedral, W. 10th and Sassafras streets, Erie. During the 1970s, she worked for the Center for Applied Research in Participants will march through downtown Erie, returning to the the Apostolate (CARA) in Washington, D.C. Shortly before retirement, ERIE—Made2Worship (M2W) is an evening of story, song and Cathedral, where there will be Benediction and a homily by Father she returned to Mercyhurst University, where she assisted in the student Eucharistic Adoration every fi rst Wednesday of the month through John Malthaner, pastor of St. Luke Parish, Erie. fi nancial aid offi ce. November at St. George Church, 5145 Peach St., Erie. M2W is an Students from Catholic schools and religious education programs Survivors include members of her religious community; her sisters, ideal event for an RCIA class, Cursillo group, Bible study, youth in the Diocese of Erie are invited to march behind a banner with Jean Earnshaw of Long Beach, Calif., and Nancy Fiasco of St. Louis, groups and more. their school or parish name. For those unable to march, the rosary Mo.; and her brother, Patrick McDonald of Long Beach. Families and individuals are welcome to the next Made2Worship will be said in the Cathedral. All are welcome to participate. For A funeral Mass was celebrated Sept. 9 at the Sisters of Mercy Chapel events at St. George on Oct. 7 and Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. Confessions more information, contact John Walsh at 814-868-1100. in Erie. Burial was at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. begin at 6:30 p.m. Fellowship concludes the evenings. A prayer team Memorials may be made to the Sisters of Mercy Ministry Fund, 444 is available to minister to those with specifi c prayer requests. Music Holy Cross offers speaker series this fall E. Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504. is provided by Daniel Cabanillas and the M2W Band. FAIRVIEW—Holy Cross Parish in Fairview is offering a speaker series to address mercy from different perspectives, all within the framework of Pope Francis’ call for a Jubilee Year of Mercy. 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DuBOIS—The sisters from the Rural House of Mercy, which serves the DuBois Deanery of the Diocese of Erie, hosted the annual lun- FRANKLIN—The administration, faculty and students of St. Pat- the Boy Scouts of America, along with his son and St. Patrick School cheon for sisters who minister in the rural areas of the diocese. Bishop rick School in Franklin joined local police offi cers and fi refi ghters to student, Andy, lowered the old school fl ag and raised a new one do- Lawrence Persico, who was in attendance for the third year in a row, remember those who died in the 9/11 attacks 14 years ago. Principal nated by the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Assembly Council enjoyed informal conversation and hearing about the sisters’ ministries. Carol Long, center, led the group in prayer. Msgr. John Herbein, pas- #0965. Pictured in the front row, from left, are: Sister Marian Wehler, OSB; tor, offered a closing blessing. During the prayer service, Chad Rugh of Sister Mary Hoffman, OSB; Sister Margaret Park, RSM; Sister Trish Tyler, RSM; and Sister Phyllis Schleicher, OSB. In the back row, from left, are: Sister Ruth Ann Madera, CA; Sister Tina Geiger, RSM; and Bishop Lawrence Persico. Parishioners remember St. Bartholomew, enjoy picnic SHARPSVILLE—A carnival atmo- sphere permeated the second annual St. Hibernians support St. Martin Center Bartholomew Parish picnic in Sharpsville this August. Father Matthew Strickenberger, pastor, oversaw the festivities carefully planned by the Immaculate Heart of Mary Women’s Guild, with the help of the Holy Name So- ciety. Parishioners attended Mass and said a novena to St. Bartholomew. Pictured preparing the sweet elephant ears, left to right, are: Jennifer Wallace, Colleen DeJulia, Brian Wallace and Vince DeJulia.

St. Gregory students participate in Mount Jewett youth enjoy team-building retreat three-week summer program ERIE—The Ancient Order of Hibernians Erie Division 3 recently presented a $500 donation to St. Martin Center in Erie to provide the needy with immediate and long-term services. The AOH in Erie was fi rst organized on May 12, 1896. Pictured, from left, are: David Gon- zalez, St. Martin Center’s chief executive offi cer; Bill Riordan, AOH treasurer; Tom Welch, AOH president; Tim Donlin, AOH secretary; and Rita Zawacki, St. Martin’s administrative assistant/special events coordinator.

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NORTH EAST—Seventh- and eighth-graders from St. Gregory Saint Stanislaus Church School in North East participated in a retreat Sept. 3 at Adventure Park Annual Parish Day at Peek’n Peak Resort in Clymer, N.Y. Students started the day with a liturgy celebrated by Father Steve Schrieber, director of the Offi ce of Sunday, October 4, 2015 • 12-5:00 PM Youth and Young Adult Ministry, then took on the challenges of the Parish Hall • 520 E. 13 St., Erie Adventure Park. The purpose of the outing was to build leadership and a sense of community. Pictured, from left, are: students Kia Schulte Polish Platter Dinner (czarnina/takeouts available) and Hailey Martin; Principal Nancy Pierce; students Corinne Ferrick, MOUNT JEWETT—This year's Summer Youth Program at St. Jo- Adult $10 • Child (6-12) $5, under 5 FREE Karl Kirschner and Brian Baumgratz; teacher Lori Helffrich (behind); seph Parish in Mount Jewett attracted elementary to high school stu- Cash prizes up to $1,000! and students Hunter Reinken (kneeling), Cole Elkin-Lexow, Aiden dents from throughout the area. Even the volunteer fi refi ghters showed Kemp and Christian Girts. up one day! The program is in its 15th season. Children’s games • Raffles •Theme baskets • Bake sale • Chinese auction (All proceeds benefit parish)

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