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March 26, 2017 The Fourth Sunday of Lent \ Stewardship is a Way of Life. A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS Tithing is God’s Plan for Giving: HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Fourth Sunday of Lent Tithing Income for the week of March 19, 2017: March 26, 2017 “There was a time when you were in darkness but now you Regular: $ 5,774.00 are light in the Lord. Well, then, live as children of light. Light Loose: $ 359.25 produces every kind of goodness, and justice and truth…. Children’s offering: $ 0 Then he told him, ‘Go wash in the pool of Siloam.’ (This ONLINE GIVING: $ 1,280.00 name means ‘One who has been sent.’”) Tithing income TOTAL for With the coming of spring, days become longer and darkness March 19, 2017: $ 7,413.25 fades. St. Paul tells his readers that they are children of the light. Jesus told us we are the light of the world. We recognize our role Tithing Income March 20, 2016 $ 7,650.00 through our good works, our efforts to make a just society, and walking with Jesus who is the way, truth and life. How common it is for us to look for a place to charge our Mass Attendance: telephones, renew the power in our iPad, or charge our battery. For the weekend of March 19, 2017- 371 Sadly, people fight to plug their charger and renew their For the weekend of March 20, 2016- 424 telephone, computer or game. Lent is to produce the same effect. The light can become stronger as we strive for goodness, Tithe for the week of March 19, 2017: justice and truth. Lent is meant to restore power, or grace, fully. St. Vincent DePaul Society $ 741.00 Lent is our opportunity to be and remain connected. We are to be charged by the Lord and radiate His presence Tithe for the week of March 26, 2017: First Reading: 1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a Holy Family Radio In seeking a King for the Israelites, Samuel traveled to Jesse of Catholic Relief Services Collection Envelopes Bethlehem, who had seven sons. Commanded by God to ignore the elder sons, Samuel anointed the youngest, David. Tithe for the week of April 2, 2017: PA Youth Ranch Second Reading: Ephesians 5:8-14 Paul exhorts the Ephesians to live as “children of light” in goodness and truth and to avoid evil deeds “done in darkness.” Bishop’s Annual Lenten Appeal March 25-26 “I give you an example.” John 13:15 Gospel: John 9:1-41 Jesus performs the miracle of giving sight to the man born Again I thank you for your generosity to the blind. Because Jesus performed this miracle on the Sabbath, Bishop’s Annual Lenten Appeal. We have already raised the Pharisees called him a “sinner,” but the blind man said, “He $35,271 toward our goal of $35,200. Although we have is a prophet.” Jesus later reveals to the blind man that He is the exceeded our goal, we encourage all parishioners to make Son of Man. a pledge to the Appeal. You may continue to place your pledge envelope in the collection basket or mail to or drop off at the Parish office. By doing our part to give generously to those who are in need and are suffering, we continue to share Christ’s love by supporting the mission of the Church through this year’s Appeal. REMINDER: EVERY DOLLAR THAT WE EXCEED OUR GOAL IS REFUNDED TO OUR PARISH, UNRESTRICTED. You Calendar of Events may also make your gift through VISA or MasterCard by Saturday 3/25/17 visiting the Diocesan website at Altar Server Training/8:00AM/Church www.hbgdiocese.org/blacc or by calling 717-657-4804 Confessions/3:30PM/Church ext. 336. Mass/4:00PM/Church Sunday 3/26/2017 Support the Catholic Relief Services Mass/7:30AM/Church Collection 3/26 CCD/9:00AM/School This week, we are taking up The Catholic Mass/11:00AM/Church Relief Services Collection to respond to Monday 3/20/17 Jesus in disguise. This collection helps Mass/7:00AM/Church six Catholic agencies to provide relief and support to Parish Council/7:00PM/Parish struggling communities and to work toward peace and Office reconciliation among our marginalized brothers and Tuesday 3/28/17 sisters here and around the world. Please prayerfully Mass/7:00AM/Church consider how you can support the collection. Learn more Bible Study/7:00PM/Parish Office about the collection at www.usccb.org/catholic-relief. Wednesday 3/29/17 4:00 PM Walter Zometsky from Cindy Wagner Lenten Lunch/12:00PM/First United Methodist Sunday, April 2: Fifth Sunday of Lent Church Ezekiel 37:12-14; Psalm 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8; John 11:25a, Confessions/6:30PM/Church 26 Mass/7PM/Church 7:30 AM Andrew Miriello Adult Choir Rehearsal/7:35PM/Church 11:00AM People of the Parish Thursday 3/30/17 Mass /9:00AM/ Church Van Schedule: Van Transportation to Mass: The Finance Council/6:30PM/Rectory following is the schedule: RCIA/7:00PM/Parish Office Mar. 26 - Mel Reed Friday 3/31/17 Apr. 2 - Russell Krug Mass/7:00AM/Church Apr. 9 - Dave Kaniecki K of C Fish Sandwich Sale/3:00-6:00PM/School Stations of the Cross/7:00PM/Church Memorialize Sanctuary Candles: Cost is $20. Call the Saturday 4/01/17 office to make arrangements. The following dates are Altar Server Training/8:00AM/St. Jude available: April 30, May 7, May 14. Confessions/3:30PM/Church Mass/4:00PM/Church Sunday 4/02/17 The Sanctuary Lamp Mass/7:30AM/Church for the Week of March 26 burns in CCD/9:00AM/School Mass/11:00AM/Church Memory of Joseph Miriello from his Family LITURGICAL NOTES: PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS And Weekly Readings THE ROSARY Saturday, March 25: Solemnity of the The Companions of Pauline would Annunciation of the Lord like to invite all of you to join them Isaiah 7:10-14; 8:10; Psalm 40:7-8a, 8b-9,10,11; Hebrews as they pray the rosary every 10:4-10; Luke 1:26-38 Thursday morning during lent, after 4:00 PM Anna Hackenberry from Robert the 9:00 am Mass Hackenberry Sunday, March 26: Fourth Sunday of Lent Stations of the Cross will be held 1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a; Psalm 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5,6; each Friday during Lent in the church at 7PM. Journey Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41 with Jesus and Mary as they follow the Way of the Cross. 7:30 AM Nancy Wills from Timi Wills 11:00AM People of the Parish Lewistown Ministerium Presents Monday, March 27: Lenten Weekday Lenten Luncheons Isaiah 65:17-21; Psalm 30:2 & 4, 5-6, 11-12a & 13b; John Please join us each week as we gather for devotions, 4:43-54 worship and lunch at one of the Lewistown churches. 7:00 AM Alicia Bray from Colleen & Gordon Parker Each lunch begins at noon and finishes well before 1. Tuesday, March 28: Lenten Weekday They include a meal prepared by members of the host Ezekiel 47:1-9, 12; Psalm 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; John 5:1-16 church and devotions and worship led by the pastor of the 7:00 AM Mindy Rhodes host church. This is a meaningful opportunity to worship Wednesday, March 29: Lenten Weekday with believers from other churches and a good addition to Isaiah 49:8-15; Psalm 145:8-9. 13cd-14. 17-18; John 5:17-30 your Lenten disciplines. The host churches are: 7:00 PM Julia Madden Thursday, March 30: Lenten Weekday 3/29 – First United Methodist at 200 E 3rd St Exodus 32:7-14; Psalm 106:19-20, 21-22, 23; John 5:31-47 4/5 – Grace Methodist at 101 Logan St 9:00 AM Marie Ruggieri REMINDER: Friday, March 31: Lenten Weekday First Friday All-Day Adoration will be held Friday, April 7 Wisdom 2:1a, 12-22; Psalm 34:17-18, 19-20, 21 & 23; John following the 7 AM Mass and ending with Benediction and 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 Stations of the Cross at 7 PM in the 7:00 AM Marge & Tom Connare from Tom Connare Church. Although we already have Jr. committed Adorers, we encourage Saturday, April 1: Lenten Weekday you to spend time with Jesus in this Jeremiah 11:18-20; Psalm 7:2-3, 9bc-10, 11-12; John 7:40- special way. 53 The winter months have Theology On Tap Lenten Event: really depleted our supplies York for the homeless and those Join other young adults on Tuesday, March 28 at The less fortunate. We are in First Post in York for a discussion of "Taming The Tongue: need of shampoo, baby Combating Gossip and Making Meaningful Conversation". shampoo, conditioner, Thea Cohill Teaches Theology at Bishop McDevitt High toothbrushes, toothpaste, School. deodorant, mouthwash, baby Catholic Charities “Soup, Salad, and Sermon” wipes, pull ups, bath soap! If April 5th you can help with any of The Catholic Charities “Soup, Salad, and Sermon” Lenten these items, please drop them by the church office or place Lunch will take place on Wednesday, April 5 at noon at the in the box in the vestibule. Thank you in advance for your Cardinal Keeler Center. This is a wonderful opportunity to help. learn more about the ministry provided by Catholic "Extend mercy toward others, so that there is no one in Charities.