The Roman Catholic Community of Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Area, 213 One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic  Schedule Saturday Vigil 4:00 pm St. Church 6:00 pm St. Eugene Church

Sunday 8:00 am St. Eugene Church 9:00 am St. Michael Church 10:30 am Queen of the Church 12 Noon St. Michael Church

Weekday Mass Schedule Queen of the Rosary Church 8:30 am Monday, Wednesday, Friday

St. Eugene Church 6:30 pm Tuesday & 8:30 am Thursday

St. Michael Church - 9:00 am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Reconciliation St. Eugene Church, Liberty Tuesday, 7:00 — 7:30 pm Saturday, 5:15 — 5:45 pm

St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Saturday, 11:00 — 11:30 am Saturday, 3:15 — 3:45 pm

Queen of the Rosary Church Saturday, 1:00 — 1:30 pm February 16, 2020 Website: ElizabethSouthAlleghenyCC.org Saint Mark Saint Michael Queen of the Rosary A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust 3210 Liberty Way 101 McLay Drive 530 Michigan Avenue McKeesport, PA 15133 Elizabeth, PA 15037-2363 Glassport, PA 15045 Phone 412-678-6275 Phone 412-751-0663 Phone 412-672-7209 Fax 412-673-1393 Fax 412-751-2161 Fax 412-672-6390 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Saint Eugene Church (StE) Saint Michael Church (StM) Queen of the Rosary (QoR) 3210 Liberty Way - Liberty 101 McLay Drive - Elizabeth 530 Michigan Avenue - Glassport Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Area, 213 Faith Formation - Adult - Children - Youth 101 McLay Drive Elizabeth, PA 15037 412-754-0886 Email: [email protected] Facebook: FaithFormation-EGSA Looking For A Faith Community? Wherever you are on your faith journey, we welcome you to join our community. You may register by calling the Faith Community Office.  

2 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Catholic Community Sixth Sunday of Ordinal Time Gloria February 16, 2020  Prayer to Saint Michael the Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil; may God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell and all the other evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.

Gathering Hymn: All Are Welcome

The Liturgy of the Word

First Reading Sirach 15:15-20

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 119

Second Reading 1 Corinthians 2:6-10

Gospel Acclamation

Gospel Matthew 5:17-37

Homily: Reflection of the Word

 

Saint Mark Saint Michael Queen of the Rosary 3 Nicene Offertory Hymn: We Are The Light Of The World I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven Blessed are they who are poor in spirit, and earth, of all things visible and invisible. Theirs is the kingdom of God. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Bless us, O Lord, make us poor in spirit; Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. Bless us, O Lord, our God. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; REFRAIN

through him all things were made. for us men We are the light of the world, and for our salvation he came down from heaven, May our light shine before all, All Bow. That they may see the good that we do, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate And give glory to God of the Virgin Mary, and became man. Blessed are they who are meek and humble, For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, They will inherit the earth. he suffered death and was buried, and rose again Bless us, O Lord, make us meek and humble; on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. Bless us , O Lord our God. REFRAIN He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. Blessed are they who will mourn in sorrow, He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead They will be comforted. and his kingdom will have no end. Bless us, O Lord, when we share their sorrow; I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, Bless us, O Lord, our God. REFRAIN

who proceeds from the Father and the Son, Bless those who hunger and thirst for justice, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, They will be satisfied. who has spoken through the prophets. Bless us, O Lord, hear our cry for justice; I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. Bless us, O Lord our God. REFRAIN I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins Blessed are they who show others mercy, and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead They will know mercy too. and the life of the world to come. Amen Bless us, O Lord, hear our cry for mercy; Bless us, O Lord our God. REFRAIN The Liturgy of the Eucharist Blessed are hearts that are clean and holy, Prayer for On Mission for the Church Alive! They will behold the Lord. Father of Mercy, as we journey Bless us, O Lord, make us pure and holy; Bless us, O Lord, our God. On Mission for the Church Alive! endow us with your gifts of collaboration, courage and compassion. Blessed are they who bring peace among us, Help us to fulfill the mission of Jesus and His Church They are the children of God, through vibrant parishes and effective ministries. Bless us, O Lord, may your peace be with us; Raise up selfless, energetic leaders Bless us, O Lord, our God.

to serve the Church in fidelity and with care. Text based on the Beatitudes; adapt. By Jean Anthony Greif May we the Church of Pittsburgh in Allegheny, Beaver, Vernacular Hymns Publishing Co. Butler, Greene, Lawrence, and Washington counties,

be sustained and strengthened, by your grace. Help us to learn Jesus, to love Jesus and to live Jesus. Safety First - Morning or Evening Mass Hear this prayer and grant it through Jesus Christ Snow Cancellations our Lord, with help of our dear Blessed Mother, under the mantle of her love. Amen. For everyone’s safety, a delay or cancellation at Elizabeth Forward or South Allegheny School Districts is our notice of Safety First. Mornings or Evenings with a delay or cancellation There will be no morning or evening Mass at Saint Eugene Church. Please listen to the radio or watch TV for delays or cancellations. Safety first! Be careful!  

4 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Catholic Community Communion Hymn: Eye Has Not Seen Implementation Prayer Father of Mercy, during this time of implementation help us to grow in unity with St. Mark, St. Michael and Queen of the Rosary. Grant us the wisdom and willingness to understand how our parishes will become stronger and more vibrant in fulfilling the mission of the Church. Assist us in opening our arms to welcome others as we continue to journey On Mission for The Church Alive! Help us, O Lord, to trust in the future you have planned for us. This we ask through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Going Forth Hymn: All Hail The Power Of Jesus Name

Acknowledgements: Mass & Adoration of the Eucharist Responsorial Psalm & Gospel Acclamation Year A, (LPGA), World Library Publications, J.S.Paluch Co.; Gloria, Holy, Lamb St. Eugene Church, Liberty of God, from Mass of Christ the Savior @2007, 2009, Daniel Tuesday Evening  Mass  6:30 pm Schutte.Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Printed with permission under onelicense.net A720043. Adoration  7:007:30 pm Confession  7:007:30 pm All other material as printed or public domain.   Saint Mark Saint Michael Queen of the Rosary 5 Sacraments Mass Intentions For The Week

Baptism of Infants & Children StE St. Eugene Church, Liberty StM St. Michael Church, Elizabeth

Baptism is a joyous event in the life of the QoR Queen of the Rosary Church, Glassport church. Baptism is celebrated any Sunday February 16 - 23, 2020 after Mass. Parents are required to Saturday, February 15, Vigil, Sixfth Sunday in Ordinal Time attend a Pre-Baptism Class. Previous arrangements are necessary. StM 4:00 pm M Helen Shalako - Paul Shalako

Instruction in the Faith - R.C.I.A. StE 6:00 pm T Clifford Hoak - Emma McLaughlin

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Sunday, 16, Sixth Sunday in Ordinal Time

Program is offered for those interested in StE 8:00 am T Deb Radu - Tim & Betty Runtich

the Catholic Faith. For more information, StM 9:00 am M Elmer V. Sabol - Rosemary & Gerry Sabol please contact Fr. Wagner. QoR 10:30 am T Duane C. Molinaro – Duane & Mary Jean Molinaro Reconciliation StM 12 Noon M Guy & Anne Peluso - Family St. Eugene Church, Liberty Living & Deceased of the Grouping Family Tuesday, 7 - 7:30 pm Monday, 17, Weekday St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Saturday, 11-11:30 am QoR 8:30 am Frances & Edward Corbin - Terry Tkac & Gary - Infant of Prague Queen of the Rosary Church, Glassport StM 9:00 am James & Edna DiSanto & son, Alvin – Dcn Dale Saturday, 1- 1:30 pm Tuesday, 18, Weekday St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Saturday, 3:15-3:45 pm StM 9:00 am Timothy Daily - George & Carol Ruscin

St. Eugene Church, Liberty StE 6:30 pm Paul Gala - Tom & Pat Ponchak

Saturday, 5:15-5:45 pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions - 7:00 - 7:30 pm

Marriage Wednesday, 19, Weekday

The prospective bride and groom are to QoR 8:30 am Joseph & Stella Delia - Family

make arrangements with the priest or StM 9:00 am Jerry Kunkel & James Betz - Jan & Ryan deacon at least 6 months prior to the Novena - Michael the Archangel proposed date of the wedding. Diocesan regulations require all couples to attend Thursday, 20, Weekday an approved pre-marriage preparation StE 8:30 am Jack Gosney - Flo Laychak program. StM 9:00 am Loretta Bittle - Bill

Anointing of the Sick Friday, 21, Peter Damian, bishop the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated QoR 8:30 am John Kosfeluite - Mother, Mercedes communally on the Second Sunday of the StM 9:00 am Madelyn Stanton – David & Patti Stanton Month. Saturday, 22, Chair of Peter Ministry to the Sick and Shut In StM 2:00 pm Wedding: Matthew J. Shaffer & Brooke T. Miller Homebound members of the should call the Parish Office to make Saturday, 22, Vigil, Seventh Sunday in Ordinal Time arrangements to receive Holy Communion StM 4:00 pm T Thomas O’Toole - Bob & Catherine Macey

at home. StE 6:00 pm M Michael Wilks - Mary Wilks, Wife

Sponsorship Forms Sunday, 23, Seventh Sunday in Ordinal Time

Only registered, practicing, fully-initiated StE 8:00 am M Phyllis Bator - Becky Peterson Catholics are eligible for sponsor StM 9:00 am T Anna Chasko - Family certificates. Please call the Parish Office. QoR 10:30 am M Dominic DiStasi – Family Bulletin Information Deadline 2 weeks in advance of publish date. StM 12 Noon T Walter Sedlock - Rhoda & Family [email protected] Living & Deceased of the Grouping Family

Moving Low Gluten Hosts available - please see Priest before Mass.

Please call or email your new address to God allows us to make choices, the Parish Office. but we are not to choose injustice or sinfulness.

Child Abuse Hotline 1-888-808-1235 VSirach 15:1520       6 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Catholic Community

Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Area Grouping Sixth Sunday in Ordinal Time Pastoral Staff February 16, 2019 Clergy Team People are not property. Reverend Thomas A. Wagner, Administrator We cannot exchange them Reverend Miroslaus A. Wojcicki, Senior Parochial Vicar at will or simply use them Deacon Stephen C. Pikula, Permanent Deacon for our own designs and Deacon John E. Ragan, Permanent Deacon purposes. What does the Deacon Dale J. DiSanto, Permanent Deacon word commitment mean to

Mary of Nazareth Catholic School you? We can begin to Lynda McFarland, Principal, 412-672-2360 understand its meaning by looking at some

Faith Formation - Religious Education synonyms: dedication, devotion, allegiance, loyalty, Adult - Children - Youth faithfulness, fidelity, and bond. Commitment is Julie Fleckenstein, Facilitator primarily about relationship, and Jesus is all about Anita Niecgorski, Co-Children, K-6 Grade relationships. How our lives affect others, how we Amanda Wilt, Co-Children, K-6 Grade treat our brothers and sisters, how we resolve Susan Formica, Youth, Junior & Senior High conflict, and how we view the vows of marriage. Darla Losteter, Family Support Jesus’ teachings on obeying the commandments,

Safe Environment murder, reconciliation, marriage, divorce, and Emily Carlson adultery all stem from the sacredness of Mary Jo Ignatius commitment. All of this has a God connection. We can easily see one another as interchangeable Music Ministry and dispensable. We treat so much of our lives this Celeste Cafasso way. What works today may not be what I want Carol Gioia tomorrow. We search and search for the right thing Pamela Whitney only to find our hearts still restless in the end. Is real Facilities happiness achievable this side of the grave? Kevin Hopkins Sometimes we expect too much out of others and Tony Hutskow want our relationships to fill a hole that we must Patricia Muic figure out how to fill ourselves. Any seasoned Pastoral Secretary married couple will tell you that their love for one Jan Kunkel another changes as time passes. Even though the Amy Megahan understanding of romance changes as life changes, Jeannie Premozic the dedication, devotion, allegiance, loyalty,

Parish Nurse faithfulness, and fidelity all remain and even deepen. Pam Curcio, 412-754-0317 Some relationships can be hurtful, and God does not want us to live with abuse or pain. Also, how a Advisory Councils relationship develops is sometimes out of our Pastoral Council control, and we become the victim of someone else’s Jack Ferko, Facilitator Patty Smith, Co-Facilitator decision. But we can’t be selffocused in our Zac Allan, Scribe relationships and see them exclusively as self Glenn Bonczek Vickie Budd Elaine David fulfilling ends. We are companions on life’s journey Eric Davis Denise DeCapria Anne Laychak with varying depths of relationships being enjoyed Michael Ksiazek Leah Meek Brian Phillips by all who are with us along the way. We have the Finance Council freedom to choose. God asks us to do so wisely, with Judy Zajicek, Facilitator Patricia Palmer, Co-Facilitator right judgment and thinking.       LPi Barry Bisogni, Scribe Kay Callear Loretta Dabruzzo Val McCarthy Mary of Nazareth Catholic School Sandy Palmer Judy Shriane Donald Similo 1640 Fawcett Ave. White Oak, PA 15131  Pre-School 3 & 4, Kindergarten, First - Eighth Grade February Rosary Intention That the cries of our migrant brothers and sisters, If you have any questions or would like more info, victims of criminal trafficking, please call the school office, 412-672-2360. may be heard, considered and never forgotten. Webpage: www.maryofnazarethschool.org

 

Saint Mark, Saint Michael, Queen of the Rosary 7 Love Your Neighbor Campaign Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time  Catholic Charities sponsors a warming station for Today’s readings draw us into ageless, vibrant those in need. The following items are of greatest depths. Followers of God’s law, we belong to ancient need: Hand & foot warmers; Hats, Gloves, Mittens, traditions. Children of God, we marvel at the Scarves; Granola bars or Cereal bars; Instant freshness of creation. The Old Testament readings, oatmeal & Instant soup; Toiletries (especially lotion from Sirach and the , celebrate the rich & chapstick); Warm socks & Underwear (all sizes); blessings we receive when we observe God’s Coats M size: XL & larger commandsNnot because we are slaves to the law,  We will be collecting through the last weekend in but because the law gives life in abundance. Saint February (25/26). Thank you for your generosity. Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians confirms the glory of If you have any questions please call the office of divine law, but warns that God’s ways tend to be Faith Formation at 4127540886. unpopular and misunderstood in this world. Paul speaks of the ancient wisdom of God, which is Passing Away mysteriously both hidden and revealed. God does There is some urgency in Christ’s call to holiness. not have secret codes that we earthly mortals cannot Everything in this age is passing away. Jesus’ call is understand; in love, God reveals the glory of the timely and radical, pleading with us to drop other divine way in Jesus. Saint Matthew’s Gospel business and make reconciliation a priority. The emphasizes the importance of living in God’s law, Lord actually says to leave your gift at the altar enlivened by a deep and personal relationship with and return to worship after making peace with the Jesus.      Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. adversaries in our lives. Jesus is deadly serious about  the need for reconciliation and righteousness, Choice insisting that nothingNnot even our eyes and armsN If you choose you can keep the commandments, are worth more than love. All of today’s readings Sirach tells us. God has set before you fire and reflect on the deep connection between God’s law water; to whichever you choose, stretch forth and healthy, peaceful love. As Saint Paul says in your hand (Sirach 15:15, 16). This is a great mystery: Romans 13:10, love is the fulfillment of the law. God does not control us so completely that we cannot Here in the twentyfirst century, we modern disciples choose our own path. We have certain boundaries, of of Christ can cultivate that mystery deep in our course, but no one but we can choose our way within hearts, nurturing the tremendous twin gifts of God’s those boundaries. love and God’s law, offered to us freely to help us In today’s reading from Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus sustain a healthy and holy Body of Christ. reminds us of our freedom and our responsibility for  our lives. He calls us to look beyond the words of the The Rulers Of The Age commandments, all the way to their meaning. Look Saint Paul speaks of both the wisdom of this age beyond the adultery to the selfishness that poisons our and the rulers of this age. He refers specifically to love. Look beyond the murder to the anger that eats the socalled wise people and institutions responsible away at our compassion. Look beyond the perjured for unjustly condemning Jesus to death. As we testimony to the lies and deception that drive our mourn the human sin that killed Jesus two thousand behavior.  years ago, we also consider contemporary errors and Our vocation is to choose life for ourselves, and to evils that wound the Body of Christ in our own age. choose a path through our part of the world that helps We easily recognize the crimes of our leaders. make life possible and more abundant for others as Religious, corporate, and government institutions well.   Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. have inflicted suffering on countless innocent souls.  The depth of our modernday failures threatens us with despair. But Jesus calls us to renewed Spring Pre-Cana Program faithfulness and hope. Jesus tells us to “surpass” our for engaged couples planning weddings, leaders in righteousness. He instructs us to simplify especially Summer, Fall & Winter 2020. our own lives: Let your Yes mean Yes, and your No St. Michael - Archangel Hall, McLay Drive, Elizabeth mean No. Anything more is from the evil one. We Saturday, April 25, 2020, 9:00 am-3:00 pm are right to work against the sins of our leaders, but we must also scrutinize our own lives and make Registration $35.00 (includes materials & lunch) peace with our families, neighbors, and coworkers. Pre-Registration is necessary. Please call the Parish Office, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.   412-751-0663, for a registration form.  

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Faith Formation  Religious Education Adult  Children  Youth 101 McLay Drive Elizabeth, PA 15037 4127540886 Email: [email protected] Facebook: FaithFormation-EGSA  Faith Formation Team Upcoming  Julie Fleckenstein, Facilitator Senior Youth Group meeting, Anita Niecgorski & Amanda Wilt Sunday, February 9, 2020 Co-Children, K-6 Grade St. Eugene Church, Fr. Rowan Hall. Susan Formica, Youth, Junior & Senior High 3210 Liberty Way, Liberty Doors open at 6:30 pm Darla Losteter, Family Support  Junior Youth Ministry Faith Formation Program Sessions Wednesday, February 19, 2020 Religious Education Program St. Eugene Church, Fr. Rowan Hall Kindergarten, First - Eighth Grade Doors open at 6:00 pm  Sunday Morning Senior & Junior Youth Group Meeting 8:45 - 10:15 am Queen of the Rosary Sunday, February 23, 2020 10:15 - 11:45 am St. Michael St. Michael Church, Archangel Hall.

Monday Evening 101 McLay Drive, Elizabeth Doors open at 4:00 pm 5:45 - 7:15 pm St. Michael  For more information or to RSVP Easter Sacraments 2020 please call Mrs. Formica, 4127540886  or [email protected]  Confirmation Come and join in the fun and fellowship Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 7:00 pm Saint Michael Church, Elizabeth, PA Bishop William J. Winter, Presiding Faith, Fellowship, & Food  First Holy Communion Acts of the Apostles: Sunday, April 19, 2020 The Spread of the Kingdom 12 Noon Mass Winter Series  February 11  March 31, 2020 Saint Michael Church, Elizabeth, PA Spring Series  April 28  May 19, 2020   Please keep the candidates Our Tuesday evenings run from 6:309:00 pm in your prayers. St. Michael  Archangel Hall, Elizabeth Our evening begins with a light dinner, prayer,  a video presentation, and a small group discussion. God’s wisdom is mysterious and hidden. There is no cost for these events, however N1 Corinthians 2:610 a goodwill donation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Sue at [email protected]  Candidates for Sacraments should be adequately or 4129268412 to register, and joins us prepared to receive these gifts, and a proper understanding as we learn more about our Catholic Faith. of the Sacrament should be gained and demonstrated. Generally, two (2) consecutive years of instruction is Read the Bible. necessary for the reception of the Sacraments of Holy Pray over Sacred Scripture. Communion and Confirmation for children & youth. You can keep whatever you find…

  Saint Mark, Saint Michael, Queen of the Rosary 9 Pre-Baptism Class We remember . . . In your charity,  please remember all those who have died,  Are you expecting? especially: Sandra Rook, Rita Fisher,   Is this your first child?  Connie Altomare, Raymond Buchina, PreBaptism Class is for expectant brother of Steve Buchina, all who will die today, parents and Godparents or anyone who is seeking a and those who have no one to pray for them. Catholic Baptism for their child. Resting in Paradise. The PreBaptism Class will be facilitated by Deacon John and Deacon Dale. The class will be Bereavement Ministry

offered four times a year. Parents are invited to This group, led by Deacon Dale DiSanto, is for people attend once they know they are with child.  Who have lost a loved one and are experiencing grief. PreBaptism Class  Deacon Dale This is a Support Group, not counseling. Thursday, March 12, 2019 at 7:00 pm St. Eugene  Rectory Conference Room If you need assistance in moving through your grief,  this is an on going way to be supported during this difficult There will be light refreshments served. Grandparents are also welcome at these classes. time. The weekly session begins with suggested topics,  open discussion and ends with prayer. Please register by calling the Faith Formation  Religious Education office, 4127540886 or Tuesday Evenings - St. Eugene Rectory emailing [email protected]. 7:00-9:00 pm RSVP Jeannie, 412-678-6275  Prior to scheduling a Baptism, parents need to March 03 attend the PreBaptismal Seminar. March 10 February 18 March 17

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We pray for and remember our Service Thursday Afternoon - St. Michael Meeting Room Men and Women who are serving on 1:00-3:00 pm RSVP Jan, 412-751-0663 active duty in the Armed Services, March 05 especially: LCpl. Peter A. Barrante, March 12 USMC; Maj. Damian Baskerville, USAF; February 20 March 19 Col. Richard Collage, PA NG; Staff Sgt. February 27 March 26

Nicholas DeLuca, Army; Ens. David Please RSVP so that we may prepare materials. DeMaio, USCG; Capt. Craig Dolhi, Army; Capt. Anthony Formica, Army; Marriage Moments by Susan Vogt Jacob Formica, E-4, Army; 2nd Lt. John Formica, The eyes have it. Try gazing lovingly into each Army; T/Sgt. Michael Goodman, USAF; E5 Sgt. Brian other’s eyes for one minute. … Probably you will Imundo, Army; Sgt. Russ Langley, Marines; Staff Sgt. end up laughing. See, I made you laugh. Yes, it is Raymond Massung, Jr., USAF; SrA. Timothy Oeler, corny  but fun.  USAF; ENS Timothy Ragan, USN; Amn Stephanie A. Parenting Pointers by Susan Vogt Reichenbach, USAF; PFC David R. Saunders, Army February is Black History Month. Commit National Guard; Sgt. Brandon R. Smith, USAF yourself to learning something about African Pararescueman; Amn. Adam Stitt, USAF; Capt. American heroes. Your children might enjoy the Andrew Tkac, Army. story of Harriet Tubman.  If you would like to add or update an active Service A Family Perspective by Bud Ozar member, please call the Parish Office. To experience the peace which Christ promises we Thank you for your service! must shed our grudges, jealousy and feelings of May We Never Forget . . . Freedom is Never Free! being misunderstood, unappreciated or ignored.  Peace and anger don’t mix. Today’s gospel warns, if What eye has not seen, and ear has not heard, you want peace in your heart and home, get rid of and what has not entered the human heart, your anger. Anger is too costly. what God has prepared for those who love him,  Blessed are they who follow this God has revealed to us through the Spirit. N 1 Corinthians 2:910 the law of the Lord! VPsalm 119   10 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Catholic Community Invest just five minutes a instrumentality of the priest during Mass. The day, and your faith will Eucharist is the source and summit of the deepen and growNa day at a Christian life, the church saysNlet it take you time. higher! “Watch out, guard against the leaven of Sunday, Feb 16; Sixth Sunday In Ordinal Time the Pharisees and the leaven of Herod. Sirach 15:1520; 1 Cor 2:610; Matthew 5:1737 Wednesday, Feb 19; Weekday Embrace a larger ethicNThe Ten Commandments James 1:1927; Mark 8:2226 make for a simple lesson plan when teaching Be a doerNReligion has a bad name these days. children how to behave. By contrast, the Sermon on Among other things, hypocrites, extremists, and the Mount isn’t for Sundayschool kids. Jesus lays institutional sin have caused many to reject down grownup challenges with breathtaking clarity. organized religion Nwhat Christians would simply In a similar way, modern church teaching can take call the church. Even so, secular people everywhere our breath away with its demands, as in this admire members and leaders of organized religion statement from Brothers and Sisters to Us: Today’s when their lives reflect radical love. That may be racism flourishes in the triumph of private why two movies have already been made of the life concern over public responsibility, individual of Fred Rogers, the kindly Presbyterian minister who success over social commitment, and personal produced Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. By fulfillment over authentic compassion. Can we let extending unconditional love in word and deed, go of the mefirst culture and more truly become the Rogers was what James in today’s first reading Body of Christ? “We speak a wisdom to those who called a doer. Be the doer of an act of Christian are mature, not a wisdom of this age. charity and bring authenticity to your religion. Monday, Feb 17; Founders of the Servite Order Religion that is pure and undefiled . . . is this: to James 1:111; Mark 8:1113 care for orphans and widows in their affliction , pray for usNThe Servites and to keep oneself unstained by the world. helped popularize a special form of Rosary prayer Thursday, Feb 20, Weekday that’s dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows. Called James 2:19; Mark 8:2733 simply the Rosary of the Seven SorrowsNand not Threading the needleNCan you be rich and be to be confused with the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Christian? The author of the Letter of James speaks RosaryNthis form of devotional prayer recalls seven challenging words about wealth and poverty, and in instances when Mary suffered. Mary’s Seven this he is not alone. The biblical witness is filled with Sorrows are: the of Simeon, the flight into warnings about the dangers of great wealth. The rich Egypt, the loss of the Child Jesus in the temple, man went away sad, not ready to part with his wealth Mary’s meeting of Jesus during the Way of the for the sake of the Kingdom. On the other hand, both Cross, the Crucifixion, the taking down of Jesus’ Job and Abraham were wealthy men who loved God body from the cross, and the burial of Jesus. The more than their wealth. It is a question of priorities. devotion became widespread during the Black If you have been blessed with wealth, consider it a Plague of the 1300s; more recently, it’s associated loan from God. Your task is to accomplish as much with an apparition of Mary to one of the victims of good for as many as possible with that wealth. Did the 1994 Rwandan genocide. It’s a reminder that Our not God choose those who are poor in the world Mother is with us always, even and especially during to be rich in faith and heirs of the Kingdom . . . tragedy. He sighed from the depth of his spirit. Are not the rich oppressing you? Tuesday, Feb 18; Weekday Friday, Feb 21; Weekday James 1:1218; Mark 8:1421 James 2:1424, 26; Mark 8:34N9:1 Higher groundNCatholics believe in the Real The cost of commitmentNThe recently canonized Presence of Christ in the sacrament of the Eucharist. John Henry Newman was born on this date in 1801. In the words of Saint John Damascene: The bread Criticized by both liberals and conservatives, he and wine are not a foreshadowing of the body and disliked hierarchical triumphalism, but found blood of ChristNby no means!Nbut the actual bedrock truth in Catholicism. In fact, he gave up deified body of the Lord. Catholicism teaches that social support in the Church of England to convert. Christ is literally and wholly presentNbody, blood, Because he upheld the laity’s role, the primacy of soul, and divinityNin what you receive and adore, conscience, and the intellectual life, he’s called a through a process called transubstantiation that forefather of Vatican II. Today is also the feast of occurs by the power of the Holy Spirit and the Robert Southwell, a Jesuit and poet who ministered

  Saint Mark, Saint Michael, Queen of the Rosary 11 secretly in England when it was forbidden, under the  reign of Queen Elizabeth INand died in 1595 for his Protecting God’s Children faith. Read a bit about both of their lives to learn Safe Environment for Children what integrity means. What could one give in To take reasonable measures to assure that Church exchange for his life? personnel comply with all required certifications and Saturday, Feb 22; Chair of Peter the apostle background checks for the purpose of providing a 1 Peter 5:14; Matthew 16:1319 safe environment for children.  The successors of PeterNThis isn’t the feast day of Diocesan Database a piece of furniture. Chair holds the meaning of a & Regulations for all Ministries person presiding over a meeting or a group. In this  case, chair refers to the office of Saint Peter, who All parish staff and volunteers including: presided over what would become the early church. Catechists and Class Aides, Cantors, Choir, Ushers, It’s interesting to note that technically speaking, Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Festival, Fish Fry, popes do not succeed each other, e.g., Francis did not FundRaising Worker, Christian Mothers, Women’s succeed Benedict. Rather all popes are the successors Guild, Rosary Society, Holy Name Society, etc. are of Saint Peter. He is not only the protopope, he is required by the USCCB, the Diocese of Pittsburgh the eternal pope who presides over the church and the Catholic Community of Elizabeth, Glassport, through the popes of history. Pray for our pope. The South Allegheny Area Grouping to be cleared in the whole world is his parish. You are Peter, and upon following ways: this rock I will build my Church.   1. Be registered on the Diocesan Data Base. ©2019 TrueQuest Communications. All rights reserved. 2. Sign the Code of Pastoral Conduct. Reprinted with permission. TakeFiveForFaith.com; Scripture citations from the New American Bible Revised Ed 3. Be cleared by the Department of Public Welfare.  4. Be cleared by the Pennsylvania State Police. Helping Hands Ministry 5. Attend Protecting God’s Children Seminar. will be available on Sunday, February 23, 2020  in the Queen of the Rosary Social Hall The Protecting God’s Children Seminar (an online from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm. 3 hour seminar) is a requirement of the national, Canned and boxed food items will be available diocesan and grouping for all adults 18 years of age while supplies last for those in need. or older who are involved in the public work of the  church. GOD’s forgiveness of our sins For more information or questions, is linked to our forgiveness of others. please call Mary Jo, 4127510663 LORD GOD, forgive me my sins our Grouping Safe Environment Coordinator. as I forgive those who sin against me  Conscience NGeorge Washington HEALTH CONCERNS at Mass Labor to keep alive in your breast The Flu Season in Western Pennsylvania is now that little spark of celestial fire, upon us. In order to prevent the possible spread of called conscience. illness, we ask parishioners who have symptoms of the flu or other contagious diseases to use prudence Stewardship - Time, Talent and Treasure in taking the Precious Blood and shaking hands at  Sunday, February 9, 2020 Mass until you are recovered. Thank you for  contributing to the health of our Church family! Saint Mark    Offertory         $ 3,348.50 Bad Company  NAnonymous   Utilities & Energy      $ 557.00 People who live solely for themselves Saint Michael  are eventually corrupted by their own company.   Offertory         $ 6,044.62    Utilities & Energy      $ 1,564.35 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Area Grouping Queen of the Rosary Pastoral Council & Finance Council Meeting   Offertory         $ 2,090.00 There will be a joint meeting held on   Utilities & Energy      $ 376.00 Monday, March 2, 2020 at 7:00 pm  Thank You for Your Sacrificial Giving! in Saint Eugene Rectory, Liberty. 

If you are unable to attend, please call Jan, 412-751-0663. Have you remembered your Parish in your will?   12 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Catholic Community

Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny  Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Friday Night BINGO! FESTIVAL 2020 Join us for BINGO on Friday, February 28, 2020 AUGUST 6, 7 & 8, 2020 Saint Eugene Church Festival Specialty Baskets 3210 Liberty Way, Liberty Borough. Specialty baskets are one of the most popular Doors open at 5:30 pm Early birds at 6:30 pm attractions at the festival and would not be possible Regular games start at 7:00PM. All paper format. without your support. Advance Ticket M $20.00 Ticket at Door M $25.00 We are accepting new items (never been used) Includes: 20 Regular Games $50, 3 Specials $150  which can be placed in the labeled baskets at all the Sold Separately: Early Birds, ‘All Nighter’  $437++, churches in our grouping. Magic Number  $171++, Quickies, THANK YOU in advance for your donations. Must Go Jackpot $700, Basket Theme Ideas: Winner Take All Double Bingo  Holiday Themes: Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, 50/50, Chinese Auction, Door Prizes, Food,  July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, etc. Rip Opens are also available  Cleaning: cleaner, sponges, soaps, dusting items, etc. For tickets call the Church Office, 4126786275 Going Green: environmentally friendly products or Cathy, 4129802918. Puzzle Basket: crossword, word search, sudoku, etc. Attention All Bakers Hot Wheels  Baked Goods Needed Attention All Crafters  It’s festival time! Your favorite Baked Goods are requested We need You and Your Talents!!!!! for the Friday Night Bingo. Crafter Ideas: flower arrangements, wreaths, Baked Goods can be dropped off afghans, pillows, fleece blankets, woodworking, Friday, February 28, 2020 sports blankets/pillows and any other craft items that at St. Eugene Church, Fr. Rowan Hall. you can share for the craft baskets. Fiberfill is Thank you for your support! available for blankets and pillows to be made.   For dropoff information, call Cathy, 4129802918. Basket Items Needed If you are interested in being involved with the Our basket team is in need of items to fill baskets festival please contact Cathy, 4129802918. for the Friday Night Bingos.

Requested items include: cleaning items, car care,  fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines, Easter, Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Area Grouping Spring, snacks, and related items. etc. Altar Bread & Wine, Altar Flowers, Sanctuary Lamp St. Mark: St. Eugene Any and all donations  NEW & UNUSED ITEMS are deeply appreciated. Please leave items in the ___ Altar Bread & Wine ___ Sanctuary Lamp

Gathering Space or the Parish Office. Thank You! St. Michael: ___ Altar Bread & Wine

___ Sanctuary Lamp Chapel ___ Sanctuary Lamp Church Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Queen of the Rosary: Festival 2020 - August 6, 7, 8, 2020 ___ Altar Bread & Wine ___ Sanctuary Lamp Flea Market & Grounds Facilitators Needed  Please Print The Festival Team is looking for someone who would be interested in being the Facilitator for the ___ Intention (Living) ___ Memorial (Deceased) Flea Market Team and Grounds Team.  Date Requested ______If you would like more information Alternate Date: ______or to volunteer, please call Cathy, 4129802918. Please Print ______

Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue Requested by ______

 2 Graves Available for Purchase  $1800 for both Donation $______Phone # ______ plus transfer fees, located in Section D1, lot 127. Please place your request and donation ($15.00) in an envelope For more information, please call 7248641825. marked Altar Memorials and deposit in the collection. Thank You! For Altar Flower Memorials please call the Parish Office to check availability.   Saint Mark Saint Michael Queen of the Rosary 13 Starting the Journey A Retreat Day Upcoming Events for women, ages 18-35 years of age  Ladies of Charity next meeting Saturday, February 29, 2020 - 9 am - 6 pm will be March 14, 2020 at 10:00 am Come and visit to see a convent first-hand Saint Eugene Church, Fr. Rowan Hall. and join us in prayer, presentations and discussions with others who also are discerning Religious Life. Lunch and Dinner will be served. Quilting Club meets on Monday, Divine Redeemer Motherhouse, 999 Rock Run Rd, Elizabeth from 11 am2 pm at St. Eugene Rectory, Liberty.  For information or register please call Crochet Club meets on Tuesday morning,

Sr. Anne or Sr. Joanne, 412-751-8600. from 9:3011:30 am at St. Eugene Rectory, Liberty.  SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Spring Open House Pampered Chef Fundraiser Thursday, March 5, 2020, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Benefits the Faith Formation Programs Incoming Freshmen, spend time with current students Available Saturday, February 15 - Wednesday, February 19 and find your place in our clubs, activities, and sports. A virtual party (Feb. 10) that is linked to our Facebook Parents, attend workshops & answers on Financial Aid, Page Faith Formation-EGSA. Catalogs and order forms College in High School, School Counseling, etc. will be available in all the churches on February 15/16. For information, call Mrs. Lyons, 412-751-2020. If you need a bridal shower gift or just want

SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL to get something new for your kitchen, this is the time! Placement Test for incoming freshmen Questions, please call the Faith Formation Office, Saturday, March 7th from 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 noon 412-754-0886 or email [email protected]. To Register, call Mrs. Lyons, 412-751-2020. Thank you for your generous support of our programs! You’re Invited... Rosary Makers will meet on Monday, February 17, 2020 at 9:30 am American Heroes in the St. Michael Meeting Room. Flight 93 Memorial  Flight 93 Memorial Chapel Knights of Columbus will meet on Monday, & Quecreek Mine Rescue February 17, 2020 at 7:30 pm Saturday, April 18, 2020 Departure 7:30 am in the St. Michael Meeting Room.  St. Michael Church Parking Lot, Elizabeth Catholic Men’s Fellowship will meet on Return Approximately 8:00 pm Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 7:00 am Cost per person $107.00 in St. Michael Church  Meeting Room. Includes: transportation, admissions/donations at sites, guide,  commemorative magnet, lunch & meal gratuity and taxes Ushers Club will meet on   Thursday, March 12, 2020, You will pay your respects in the St. Michael Meeting Room at the Flight 93 Memorial & the Memorial Plaza  with the wall of names of the 40 Heroes. Holy Name Society will meet on The Tower of Voices Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 9:00 am is a 93 foot tall tower housing 40 wind chimes. in Queen of the Rosary Church  Meeting Room. Visitor Center has exhibits regarding 9/11. All men of the Grouping are invited to attend.  Lunch will be enjoyed at the Oakhurst Grille Saint Mark, Saint Michael  Then on to the Quecreek Mine Rescue, and Queen of the Rosary 50/50 where 9 miners were miraculously rescued In your offertory packet, there is a special envelope from a mine 240 feet beneath the surface. marked 50/50 DrawingDonation $5.00. and to end the day, a visit to the Thank you for your continual support!  Flight 93 Memorial Chapel. Glassport Sons of Italy Spaghetti Dinner Sponsored by the Christian Mothers/Women’s Guild  Sunday, February 23, 2020  12 Noon  6:00 p.m. For Reservations please call, Merrill Jones, Eat in or take out, call 4126733915. at Lenzner Tour & Travel, 4127617000. Payment can be made online or by check. Read the Bible. Reservations Due on or before March 10, 2020. Pray over Sacred Scripture. Thank You! You can keep whatever you find…   14 Elizabeth, Glassport, South Allegheny Catholic Community  Lenten Fish Fry St. Michael Parish, Every Friday of Lent (Not Good Friday) from 4:007:00 pm Queen of the Rosary Parish Ash Wednesday & Every Friday of Lent  (including Good Friday) 11 am7:00 pm For the annual Parish Fish Fry to be a success, a great number of hands are needed to carry the load. If we all work together as a family, the Fish Fry will continue to be such a great success. Coming Soon... We are in need of bakers, kitchen workers, servers, order takers, and clean up crew just to name a few positions available. Please help in any way you can. A Fish Fry Near You... Spread the word about the Fish Fry.   Saint Michael Fish Fry Bakers Needed Fridays of Lent  4:007:00 pm Bakers needed to make their favorite sweets (the de- (February 28  April 3) licious sweets the Fish Fry is known for), and bring  them to Archangel Hall or the Social Hall all the Fish Queen of the Rosary Fish Fry Fry Days of Lent. Thank you for baking! Ash Wednesday & Fridays of Lent  (including Good Friday) Fish Fry Volunteers If you are able to work the Fish Fry, please com- 11:00 am  7:00 pm plete the Volunteer Form below and return to the (February 26  April 10) Parish Office as soon as possible. Thank You for  Fish Fry is accepting donations making our Fish Fry Special! of cases of soda pop and water. Fish Fry Volunteer Form, 2020 (Please Print) Please leave donations in the  Gathering Space marked Fish Fry. Name ______   Fish Fry is in need of bakers, kitchen workers, Phone Number ______ servers, order takers, and clean up crew just to name  ____ St. Michael ____ Queen of the Rosary a few positions available. Please help in any way you  can. Spread the word about the Fish Fry. I am available to work Ash Wednesday or Fridays: See you at the Fish Fry!  Ash Wednesday (Q of R), Feb 26 ____  Feb 28 ____   Queen of the Rosary Fish Fry Mar 06 ____ Mar 13 ____ Mar 20 ____  Mar 27 ____   Fish Fry is right around the corner! Apr 03 ____ Good Friday (Q of R), Apr 10 ____  There will be a start up meeting on   Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 6:30 pm I would like to work: in Queen of the Rosary Social Hall  ____ Fish Fry Prep (Friday morning)  New and returning volunteers are invited to attend  and give feedback to make this the best Fish Fry ____ Kitchen Help (Must be 18 +) ever. 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