TITUS ROMAN

513 WEST MAIN STREET • TITUSVILLE, PA 16354 PHONE: 814.827.4636 • FAX: 814.827.3958 OFFICE HOURS: MON-FRI. 9AM-12PM & 1PM-4PM [email protected]

PARISH STAFF AUGUST 15, 2021 Pastor...... Reverend Walter E. Packard THE ASSUMPTION OF THE Deacon Assistant………………………..Deacon Kevin Harmon BLESSED MARY Administrative Secretary...... Sarah Oviatt Religious Education Coordinator...... Kathleen Puleo Music Ministers...... Anthony ‘T.J.’ Parks, Margaret Bernecky MASS SCHEDULE Maintenance...... Greg Tress Tuesday: 6:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM St. Catharine’s Cemetery...... Bob Beauchat

Thursday: 7:30 AM Friday: 7:30 AM SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM By appointment only. Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM* SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION *Children’s Liturgy of the Word is offered Saturday from 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM or by arrangement. from September - May at this Mass.

BEREAVEMENT SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING CARE AND CONCERN Please let us know when a family member or friend is ill, either Call Karen Edwards at 827-2658. at home, in the hospital, or at the nursing home.

PARISH MEMBERSHIP SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE New parishioners are always welcome! Arrangements should be made six months prior to the ceremony. Census forms are available at the Parish Office. Please contact our RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS Administrative Secretary (ext. 2) in the event of an address or phone (R.C.I.A.) number change. If you are interested in R.C.I.A, please contact our pastor.

PRAYER CHAIN FAITH FORMATION To add a prayer concern to our list, Religious instruction classes for youth take place at the Faith contact Nancy Madden at 827-9774 Formation Center on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 PM to (day) or 814-493-3841 (evening), 7:45 PM. Contact the Rel. Ed. Coordinator (ext. 4) to register. Rita Homer at 827-1541, or Darlene Aul at 827-7343. BULLETIN DEADLINE Submissions for the bulletin must be dropped off at the Parish Office or sent via e-mail no later than 10:00 AM on Tuesday. THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY AUGUST 15, 2021

SOME THOUGHTS FROM FATHER PACKARD… production of oil by Colonel Edwin Drake. As the saying goes, this Haven’t the last few days been some of the hottest, most humid days changed the world!! It has always been a great time for families to get we’ve experienced this summer? You can cut the air with a knife! together to celebrate their Titusville heritage. Saturday’s Oil Fest These must be the “dog days of summer.” For your Fund of Useless Parade is always a big draw for our community and this year is no Knowledge, the ancient Romans called the hottest, most humid days different! I hope everyone is enjoying themselves this weekend. We of summer “dies canicularis” or “dog days.” The name came about welcome many of you who are in town this weekend to be worshiping because they associated the hottest days of summer with the star with us at St. Titus Church! Welcome home to many of you! Sirius. Sirius was known as the “Dog Star” because it was the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major (Large Dog). You can This weekend also included a special sit down Steak Dinner served by use this info to impress your friends! Nonetheless, it’s HOT! Let’s our Knights of Columbus Council #492! As of this writing, the hope for some relief soon! weather was supposed to cooperate for the Knights. Their efforts and your participation at this dinner are to benefit the Pennsylvania Special This weekend finds us celebrating the Feast of the Assumption of the Olympics. Thanks to our Knights and to all of your for supporting this Blessed Virgin Mary on a Sunday. Normally it falls on a weekday, but worthy cause! this year’s calendar finds it happening on Sunday. Could this be a “two-fer”? …. A Sunday and a holyday all in one? The feast of the I am happy to announce that plans are underway for an exciting eight- Assumption is one of the six official Holy Days for the Catholic Church week discussion series on the recent blockbuster phenomena The (see if you can name the other five!) A word or two about this day in Chosen. It has turned out to be one of the #1 highest crowd-funded our Church’s liturgical calendar. media projects of all time about the events of , the apostles, and many other familiar figures found in the . The program will The dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary was consist of viewing each of the eight episodes with a discussion to proclaimed in 1950, but this observance has been celebrated on this follow after each. This will take place in our Church beginning near the day from the middle of the fifth century. On this solemnity, Catholic end/beginning of September/October, on Thursday evenings, at Christians profess our belief that Mary has gone before us, body and 6:30PM. I just want to add that I have never been a fan of religious soul, into heaven. For her, the resurrection of the dead has taken type movies, but after watching the first episode of this series, I was place already. And so, the Assumption is technically an “Easter feast.” “hooked” and couldn’t stop watching “The Chosen” in its entirety! This God invites us to eternal life, to enjoy the glorious new creation of his discussion series will be moderated by Sister Marian and Sister Tina, Son in body, soul, and spirit. Our final hope is the resurrection of our of Catholic Rural Ministries, both of whom are familiar persons to many own bodies at the end of time to exist forever in this new order of of you. There will be “no homework” or any other assignments creation. The Solemnity of the Assumption is our great celebration of involved, just an opportunity to watch each of the episodes and then this final hope. Mary is a pioneer for us in faith. She was the first enter into a lively and spirited discussion about each. I think many of among us to accept Jesus into her life. In her bodily you will be as captivated by The Chosen as are others who also Assumption, she is also the first fully to enjoy eternal life at the side of viewed this phenomenal series. As details become available, I will her risen son in the glory of heaven. Where she has gone, we hope to share them with you. But in the meantime, look forward to this follow. We rejoice in the fulfillment of God’s promise in her, as we turn program that will soon be taking place at St. Titus! More details later. to her to guide us to the side of her risen son who reigns in heaven. If anyone is looking for a part time opportunity, one is available in It has been a tradition at St. Titus Church to celebrate the Feast of the Oil City. Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie is looking for a by having a Mass celebrated at the historic dynamic and enthusiastic person to become the Executive Director of Church of St. Stephen, located just out of Titusville on the Spring the St. Elizabeth Center located in Oil City. This position serves to Creek Road. No one has been able to tell me of the reason for this support the Catholic Church’s response to the call of the to observance but we continue to do so. But with the Feast of the serve the poor and vulnerable in a spirit of compassion and dignity. Assumption being on Sunday this year, we are moving this annual The job description is available from Sr. Marian Wehler, OSB, who observance to this Monday, August 16th, at 5:00PM. There was a serves as President of its Board of Directors. It is a paid position. If mix-up in communications about this change of the date, so that is why anyone is interested in knowing more about this opportunity, you may this announcement is coming to you at such a late date. But I have contact Sister Marian personally by calling her at 814-677-2032. If you been informed by the descendants of the Sloan family that the small call and reach her voice mail, leave a message for her and she will be historic Church will be ready and open for us to have Mass on Monday in touch with you soon after your call. To anyone who is looking for a afternoon at 5:00PM. Everyone is invited to attend this Mass. part time position, this could be what you are looking for! However, Monday, August 16th, is also the Feast of St. Stephen, the patronal feast day of this small Church, where Catholicism in this part Thank you all for your continued support of St. Titus parish! Your of Crawford County began. Let me also add that this Mass next presence at our worship is so very much appreciated! May we all do Monday marks the 199th anniversary of this small Church! (next our part in continuing to create a safe environment for our Church’s year will be the 200th anniversary!) If you are planning on coming to worship! May we continue to remember one another in our prayers! this Mass, a reminder that there is no electricity or plumbing available, so fair warning! Have a good week!

This is a busy weekend for the City of Titusville as we celebrate Oil Father Packard Fest! This weekend marks the 162 Anniversary of the commercial SAINT TITUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH TITUSVILLE, PA WEEKLY LITURGY SCHEDULE Mon. Aug. 16 St. Stephen of Hungary OFFERTORY REPORT 8/7 & 8/8 5:00PM St.Stephen/Sloandale Deceased Members of the Sloan Family Envelopes $2799.00 Tues. Aug. 17 Weekday Loose $ 211.00 6:30 PM Pokoj (His Wife, Ginny & Daughter, Travisty Pokoj Burt) Candles $ 70.00 Wed. Aug. 18 Weekday 7:30 AM Peggy (Don & Sue Slagle) Latin America $ 60.00 Thurs. Aug. 19 Weekday Assumption $ 85.00 7:30 AM Louis Polito (JoAnn English) Religious Education $ 115.00 Fri. Aug. 20 St. Bernard, Abbot & Total $ 3340.00 7:30 AM Florence Gray Sat. Aug. 21 St. Pius X, READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 15, 2021 4:30 PM The O’Brien Family (Family) Sunday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2/Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14 [8]/ Sun. Aug. 22 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Cor 15:54b-57/Lk 11:27-28 Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/ 8:00 AM Mary Alice Crawford (Kathy Roggenkamp) 10:00 AM The Parishioners of St. Titus Church Ps 45:10, 11, 12, 16 [10bc]/1 Cor 15:20-27/Lk 1:39-56 Monday: Jgs 2:11-19/Ps 106:34-35, 36-37, 39-40, 43ab and 44 [4a]/Mt PRAYER LIST 19:16-22 Tuesday: Jgs 6:11-24a/Ps 85:9, 11-12, 13-14 [cf. 9b]/Mt 19:23-30 For our Families and Friends: Pauline Milberger, Connie Miller, Baird Crapa, Wednesday: Jgs 9:6-15/Ps 21:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [2a]/Mt 20:1-16 Carreena Ewing, Teddy Muir, Nita Ashley, Brittany Johnson, Janet Thursday: Jgs 11:29-39a/Ps 40:5, 7-8a, 8b-9, 10 [8a and 9a]/Mt 22:1-14 Anderson, Callie, Connie Phillips, Brother Timothy Waid, Pop DeMello, Friday: Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22/Ps 146:5-6ab, 6c-7, 8-9a, 9bc-10 [1b]/Mt Elizabeth Barber, Charles Perkins, Paul Pennell, Rachel Knupp, Jean 22:34-40 Spence, Gina Green, Todd Campbell, Ruth Goodwill, Clint, Clifford J. Kirvan, Saturday: Ru 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17/Ps 128:1b-2, 3, 4, 5 [4]/Mt 23:1-12 Jessica & Family, Rita Homer, Ricky Reed, Katelyn Dougherty, Ed Next Sunday: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Ps 34:2-3, 16-17, 18-19, 20-21, 22- Schneider, Colleen Hofmeister, Lori Crawford, Mary Haas, Donna Noel, 23 [9a]/ Mary Anne Kopper, Frank & Cindy Ruppert, Maxine Gollehon, Joe Galletta, Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32/Jn 6:60-69 Joe Cicatella, Justin Colie, Tom Boyle, Ted Kubiak, Clifford Johnson, Bill See, Mary Perkins, Drake Fellows, Frank Tomaino, Charlotte Randall, Kyle Lukowich, Sherry Lynn Beach, Zach Thompson, Kathy Obert, Steven MAY THEY REST IN PEACE—The sympathy of the parish is Gratkowski, Teresa F., Anna Bauer, Alex Kunz, Mike Wakefield, Jim Kocan, extended to the Family of Greta Lytle, mother of Ron & Brenda Linda Marsh, Sharon Wirkowski, Brud & Nancy Giffin, Lilly Bailey, Pat Lytle and sister to Karen Edwards, and the Family of Barbara Maginnis, Tom & Loretto Parres, Bill & Robin Amore, Beth Davidson, Valerie Young, mother of Mary Ann & Steve James. May their souls Boyle, Margaret Collins, Bill Hensler, Bill Stumpf, Barb English, Barb and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of Gratkowski, Patrick J. Hynes, Jr., Nancy Prenatt, Don Lesko, Patrick God rest in peace, and may He bless those who mourn them. Cartney, II, Tom Hasbrouck, Mary Ann & Michail Woolridge

Please call the Parish Office to add or remove anyone from the CALLING ALL GOLFERS! Knights of Columbus Council #492 prayer list. is having a golf scramble fundraiser next Saturday, August 21 at Green Acres Golf Course. Foursomes needed! Not a golfer, For our Servicemen and Servicewomen: Brock Benedict, that’s okay, sponsor a hole! For more information and to regis- James Moyer, Derek Baldwin, Andrew Baldwin, Casey Bargar, ter contact Dave Badowski at 814-590-1797. Destiny Nicol, Christopher Macko, Robert Macko, Mathew Longiotti, Luke English, Cory Bemis, Kayla Barrett, Dr. A NEW SERIES—St. Titus Church and Catholic Rural Ministry Joseph Shevchik, Travis Pearsall, Caden Mallory, Anna will host Season 1 of the series “The Chosen”. This is a new Bauer, Alex Kunz, Andy Ferguson, Avallone, Matthew original series based on the life of Jesus Christ and seeing a English glimpse of his life through those who knew Him. The series will begin on Thursday, September 9 at St. Titus Church from Lord, hold our troops in Your loving hands. Protect them as they protect 6:30PM – 8:00PM, and will continue each Thursday evening us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for through October 28. A short discussion will follow each week us in our time of need. Amen led by Sister Tina Geiger and Sister Marian Wehler.

PRAY FOR PRIESTS: Rev. G. Bungo, Very Rev. Msgr. FAMILY PERSPECTIVE—”Blessed is the fruit of your womb” Richard R. Siefer, E.V., Rev. Philip Bilotte, Rev. Scott P. Detisch, Very can be said of all mothers, because every child is “blessed” and Rev. Michael P. Ferrick, V. F., Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Smith a child of God upon whom God “looks with favor.” This is our deepest identity and destiny. We do not earn this blessing. Ministry Schedule (August 21 & 22) God’s love is a free gift to each of us. 4:30 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM Lector: Margaret Fiely Lector: Bill Adelman Lector: Dave Ditty THANK YOU to all the area businesses that support us and Sacristan: Ellen Byrnes Sacristan: Kevin Harmon Sacristan: Chris Ditty advertise in our weekly bulletin. This week we would like to es- pecially thank Oak Street Pediatrics. and Pre-Owned Vehicles (814) 827-1881 • www.donovanbauer.com 11579 Hydetown Road • Titusville, PA 16354 TROY DONOVAN Call or Text (814) 671-1836 [email protected] (814) 827-3694 • www.donovanbauerautogroup.com

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