The Catholic Community Wexford

Saint Alphonsus & Saint Alexis

Sunday Times Weekday Mass Schedule 4:00 p.m. Saint Alexis (Saturday Anticipated Mass) 8:00 a.m. Saint Alexis (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 7:30 a.m. Saint Alphonsus Friday and Saturday) 9:30 a.m. Saint Alphonsus 9:00 a.m. Saint Alphonsus (Wednesday) 10:00 a.m. Saint Alexis 12:00 p.m. Saint Alphonsus (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 11:30 a.m. Saint Alphonsus 5:00 p.m. Saint Alexis The Fifth Sunday April 7, 2019 Of Lent From Father Zywan . . . All Glory Praise and Honor! -Wide Community Meetings Next Sunday, April 14, is Thanks to all who attended the recent Palm Sunday of the Passion Community Meetings at Saint Alexis and of the Lord. The commemoration Saint Alphonsus. It was wonderful to of he Lord’s entrance will take have a forum to share some of the great place at: news of the progress we have made in the spirit of On Mission for the Church 9:15 a.m. prior to the 9:30 a.m. Mass Alive! This includes what has been at Saint Alphonsus accomplished as we are journeying to be 9:45 a.m. prior to 10:00 a.m. Mass The Catholic Community of Wexford. Bringing clarity and at Saint Alexis dismissing misnomers is critical to moving forward. With the Join us for this beautiful solemn procession by arriving members of the Executive Committee of Pastoral Council, we for Mass early and remaining outside of church. Palms will appreciated hearing what concerns members of both parishes. be distributed beforehand so that they may be blessed and All points of discussion were recorded and we look forward to carried in the procession. reviewing them in the near future. Weather permitting, all who attending the 9:30 a.m. A word of gratitude to all the members of Pastoral Council Mass at Saint Alphonsus are invited to gather in front of the who are committed to servant leadership with an openness to main entrance of Blessed Francis Seelos Academy. Those God’s guidance and a focus in serving the good of the entire who be attending the 10:00 a.m. Mass at Saint Alexis are to community. Every one of us is being called to build a vibrant, Spirit driven, singular parish family - the Catholic Community of gather in the parking lot on the side of the church across Wexford. Updates to follow. from the old church building. Again, these solemn processions are weather permitting. They’re A True Gift! Once home, display your blessed palm branches in your If we are paying attention, we home behind crucifixes or religious pictures as a reminder recognize over the years the declining throughout the year of the Lord’s journey to Jerusalem and number of people who attend Mass triumph over death and the grave. Old palms from previous regularly on Sundays. This is not years may be deposited in the barrels located in the back of unique to our community. Sadly, it’s a each church for a limited period of time. May we prepare for part of a growing trend across our country. We cannot just passively sit by and expect things to change. God is depending these high holy days of the Church with joy and anticipation! on each of us to be directors of first impressions by welcoming guests into the Church and leading them closer to Jesus. This is Confirmation Date why God made us. We received word that Each one of us has been called by name from the moment of William J. Waltersheid will be Baptism to be a disciple and to make disciples for Jesus. This is celebrating the Sacrament of the most important responsibility that Jesus has entrusted to each one of us. To accomplish this mission, we don’t need a PhD or Confirmation for the Catholic Community any degree for that matter. What we need is a love for Jesus and of Wexford on Tuesday evening, our neighbor including strangers, and an outward focus toward September 17 at 7:00 p.m. In accord others. I am raising this point now before we begin the with a specific request by Bishop Zubik celebration of Holy Week and the great feast of Easter. Expect that each grouping host a single celebration for Confirmation visitors, guests, fallen away Catholics and those just searching for (unless there are significant concerns). meaning and purpose in their life to be with us. Don’t be The decision was made to host this celebration at Saint surprised by the larger number of people in church in days ahead, Alexis so as to not restrict the number of family members that particular on Easter Sunday. What a great opportunity to welcome guests back into the arms of the Church. But just may attend and an allow for an unrestricted number of guests. remember, God wants YOU to help build-up the kingdom by Please continue to remember the young people who are your welcoming spirit and joy-filled disposition! Don’t let the preparing to receive this sacrament in your prayers. God has devil win. See any inconvenience to our regular routine as a GREAT gifts in store for them -- and His Church! Pray too, gesture of loving sacrifice . What a blessing to give-up our for their parents; they are critical in fostering their children’s regular seat, slide in the pew rather than “holding our ground” faith lives by their own relationship with Jesus and personal and even have to stand so that others – strangers, may know the example. May all of us, as the baptized, have hearts o-p-e-n to welcome and love of Christ. receive the outpouring of God’s love and guidance everyday Friends, Easter is a time for us to evangelize – that is to bring in our lives. others to Jesus. Let us make the most of this opportunity that is ours. Lord, help us to be the welcoming community you desire

us to be. Blessings…

In Jesus’ love,

Fr. Zywan LOVE To is learning to follow Christ with others. MAY THEY REST IN PEACE The Catholic Community of Wexford WE PRAY FOR THE SICK wishes to extend sympathy to those who mourn the loss of a loved one, especially the We entrust to the care of Christ the Divine Physician, those souls of: Charles A. Beck (94), father of members of our parish families of Saint Alphonsus and Saint Dr. Donald (Sue) Beck; Mildred Fassinger Alexis Parishes who are in need of healing in body, mind or (96), mother of Nancy (Steven) Reid and aunt of Jackie spirit, especially: (William) Straw; Irene Salata, (91), mother of Mary Beth (Peter) Fernie and grandmother of Andrew, who recently Brian Bart David Jenka J. T. Taiclet passed through death. May the choirs of angels welcome them Joe Borza Doreen Johnson Mary Ann Taiclet and where Lazarus is poor no longer, may they find eternal David Brunner Sandra Johnson Tessa Tarasovich rest. Jeannie Bukauskas John Long Lois Titus Emma Bullick Eugene Mancino Richard Tomczak LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES Kathy Carlin Lanchlan McConnell Paul Turnley

Wednesday, April 10 at 6:00 p.m. Marian Delisi Jim McCourt Marci Williams to 9:00 p.m. Ana Dzolic Ron Mehok Prayer Shawl The Light Is On For You Penance Karlo Franjko Linda Miele Recipients Candie Gagne John Mullen Service at all Churches in the Diocese Thomas Gagne Larry Sampietro Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 p.m. Nancy Greer Sarah Sestric Saint Alexis Penance Service Dcn. Al Heiles Janice Spowal Larry Isom Marian Stack Monday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m. Saint Alphonsus Penance Service If you know of a parishioner or have a loved one who is ill, please contact the Parish Center and let us know. We HOLY LAND COLLECTION will place that person’s name on the prayer list for four The annual Holy Land Collection, weeks. Intentions may return to the list upon monthly which is scheduled for Good Friday will request. Contact the Parish Center at 724.935.4343 to add a be taken at all Masses NEXT SUNDAY, loved one onto the list. Palm Sunday, April 14 for those who are unable to attend the Good Friday SCRIPTURE READINGS services. Your generosity is always appreciated. First Reading — See, I am doing something new! (Isaiah 43:16-21) or Ezekiel 37:12-14. LENTEN REGULATIONS Psalm — The Lord has done great things for us; we are

 ABSTINENCE FROM MEAT: Catholics in the United States filled with joy (Psalm 126) or Psalm 130. age 14 and older (with no maximum age) are obliged to Second Reading — I have been taken possession of by abstain from meat on ASH WEDNESDAY (March 6), the Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:8-14) or Romans 8:8-11. FRIDAYS OF LENT and GOOD FRIDAY (April 19). Church law forbids the use of meat but does not prohibit eggs, Gospel — Go, and from now on do not sin any more milk products or condiments made with animal fat. (John 8:1-11) or John 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45]. The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997,  FASTING: Catholics in the United States, from the day International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. after their 18th birthday until the day after their 59th birthday, are obliged to fast on ASH WEDNESDAY and READINGS FOR THE WEEK GOOD FRIDAY. Church law allows for only one full meal Monday: Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 [41c-62]; a day, but does not prohibit the taking of some food in the Ps 23:1-6; Jn 8:12-20 morning and evening. The combined quantity of the two meals should not exceed the quantity eaten at the full Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-21; Jn 8:21-30 meal. The drinking of ordinary liquids does not break the Wednesday: Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3:52-56; fast. Jn 8:31-42 Note: People taking medications or with health Thursday: Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-9: Jn 8:51-59 concerns should follow their doctor’s advice on fasting. Friday: Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-7; Jn 10:31-42 Catholics are also reminded they should fast from solid food one hour before receiving the Eucharist. Saturday: Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-13; Jn 11:45-56  PRAYER AND ALMSGIVING: Abstinence and fasting Sunday: Lk 19:28-40 (procession); should lead Catholics to a deeper prayer life. Almsgiving Is 50:4-7; Ps 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-24; provides an opportunity for a deeper understanding and Phil 2:6-11; Lk 22:14 — 23:56 [23:1-49] response to the needs of others – particularly the poor. Saint Alphonsus Information This Week at Saint Alphonsus Mass Intentions

Sunday, April 7 Sunday, April 7 First Sunday Food Collection for 7:30 a.m. George Lyons, Jr. by Dan & Diane Cole North Hills Food Bank 9:30 a.m. Deceased of the Merchok & Augustine Families by Joe & Carolyn Augustine 7:30 a.m. Mass 11:30 a.m. Jean Trant by The DeNisi Family 9:30 a.m. Mass with Children’s Liturgy of the Word Monday, April 8 12:00 p.m. Helen (Patsy) Fitzpatrick by Glenn & Laurie Craig 10:30 a.m. Children’s Choir practice in church 11:30 a.m. Mass Tuesday, April 9— No Masses

Wednesday, April 10 Monday, April 8 9:00 a.m. Dorothy Drazenovich by Steve & Carol Kozak & Family 12:00 p.m. Mass 12:00 p.m. Michael McDonald by The Family 2 p.m. Mass at Wexford House Thursday, April 11— No Masses 4:45 p.m. Baptism Preparation Class in school Friday, April 12 6:00 p.m. Religious Education classes in school 12:00 p.m. Charles Beck by Dolly Ebbert 7:30 p.m. RCIA in school room 102 Saturday, April 13—No Masses Tuesday, April 9 Sunday, April 14 8:00 a.m. School instrumentalists practice in church 7:30 a.m. Michael & Teresa Eichner by Paul & Carol Eichner

Wednesday, April 10 9:30 a.m. Living & Deceased of Saint Alexis & Saint Alphonsus 11:30 a.m. Herb Pegher by Jane Ondo & Theresa Pegher 9:00 a.m. School Mass 12:00 p.m. Mass OUR ADVERTISERS Weekly Fish Fry

Results 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Adoration Thanks this week to our bulletin of the Blessed Sacrament advertisers for advertising in our parish 3/6/19 - Ash Wednesday 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Reconciliation bulletins: We served a total of 650 “The Light Is On For You” Saint Alphonsus - Sherwood Oaks All were Take-out

7:00 p.m. Adult Choir practice in rectory basement

Saint Alexis - Gary Carmassi, DMD 3/08/19 Thursday, April 11 Please patronize our sponsors or at least, We served a total of 8:00 a.m. Children’s Choir practice in school be sure to thank them when you have the 1,709 meals

opportunity to do so. It is through their Friday, April 12 support that our weekly bulletin is made Take out = 1,151 Lenten Friday—Day of Abstinence possible! Dine-in Adults = 454 8:00 a.m. Sanctuary Committee in church May God bless all our benefactors! Dine-in Kids = 84 10:30 a.m. Mass at North Hills Health 3/15/19 & Rehabilitation Income for March 25 We served a total of 12:00 p.m. Mass through March 31, 2019 1,968 meals

2:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross with Regular Electronic Total Take out = 1,289 school children Offertory $ 9,626 $ 4,304 $ 13,930 Dine-in Adults = 603 Dine-in Kids = 76 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fish Fry in cafeteria Parish Share $ 3,345 $ 96 $ 3,441 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross - St. Alexis School $ . 67 $ 122 $ 189 3/22/19

Major Maint. $ 35 $ 69 $ 104 We served a total of Saturday, April 13 1,878 meals Human Develop. $ 1,451 $ 40 $ 1,491 Outreach to Bethlehem Haven Women’s Shelter Take out = 1,116 Holy Days $ 50 $ 100 $ 150 Dine-in Adults = 670 Palm Sunday, April 14 $ 195 $ 205 Flowers $ 10 Dine-in Kids = 92 7:30 a.m. Mass Future Dioc. Coll. $ $ 25 $ 196 3/29/19 9:15 a.m. Blessing of Palms outdoors and Votives $ 237 $ 237 We served a total of procession into church TOTAL $ 15,006 $ 4,766 $ 19,772 1,834 meals 9:30 a.m. Mass with Children’s Liturgy of the Word Parish Share Assessment: $ 99,942 Take out = 1,077 Dine-in Adults = 687 10:30 a.m. Children’s Choir practice in church Collected: $ 10,303 Dine-in Kids = 70 11:30 a.m. Mass Special Second Collections: April 7-Maintenance April 18-Holy Thursday: For the Needy Saint Alexis Information

MONDAY, April 8 MASS INTENTIONS 2:00 p.m. Mass at Wexford House 6:00 p.m. Handbell Choir Saturday, April 6 - Lenten Weekday 7:00 p.m. Support Group 4:00 p.m. †Patrick Fairley - Mary Ellen Wolczanski 7:00 p.m. Parish Mission at St. Alexis Sunday, April 7 - Fifth Sunday of Lent TUESDAY, April 9 9:00 a.m. Small Groups 10:00 a.m. †Zenka Barancyk - Steve and Sandy Barancyk 12:00 p.m. Tuesday Hope 5:00 p.m. The Living and Deceased Members of Saint Alexis and Saint Alphonsus 4:00 p.m. Children’s Choir Parishes 6:00 p.m. Religious Education 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study Monday, April 8 - Lenten Weekday 7:00 p.m. Parish Mission at St. Alexis 8:00 a.m. Reverend Paul J. Zywan and Reverend Joseph M. Freedy - WEDNESDAY, April 10 The Saint Alexis Ladies of Charity 6:45 a.m. Men’s Fellowship Prayer Group 7:00 p.m. Adult Choir Tuesday, April 9 – Lenten Weekday 6:00 p.m. The Light Is On For You Penance Svc. 8:00 a.m. †Elizabeth Senneway - Phil and Beth McLaughlin THURSDAY, April 11 4:45 p.m. Religious Education Wednesday, April 10 - Lenten Weekday 7:00 p.m. Small Groups NO MASS 7:00 p.m. Penance Service at St. Alexis 7:00 p.m. Support Group B Thursday, April 11 - Saint Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr FRIDAY, April 12 8:00 a.m. †Margaret Constantine - Judy and Lou Schrecker 8:30 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration 12:00 p.m. Support Group Friday, April 12 - Lenten Weekday 2:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross - St. Alphonsus 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross - St. Alexis 8:00 a.m. †Jacot Wilmot - Diane Wilmot Support Group 7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 13—Saint Martin I, Pope and Martyr SATURDAY, April 13 8:00 a.m. † Dennis T. Connelly - Suzanne Vardzel 8:30 a.m. Small Groups 9:00 a.m. Breakfast Club 4:00 p.m. †Stella Kleinhampl - Bob and Toni Smith 10:30 a.m. Support Group Sunday, April 14 - Palm Sunday of The Passion of The Lord SUNDAY, April 14 - Palm Sunday 10:00 a.m. †Gilda Stock - The Lohmann Family 8:00 a.m. RCIA 1:00 p.m. Over 50 5:00 p.m. †Eleanore Napoli - David and Elsie Richards 6:15 p.m. Edge POOR BOXES 6:30 p.m. Support Group OFFERTORY - MARCH 31, 2019 In the month of Envelopes $ 8,567.66 March, a total of Faith Direct $ 7,665.06 $1,306 was ONLINE GIVING WITH FAITH DIRECT Loose Money $ 1,079.30 donated through Why not make a change Total $ 17,312.02 the poor boxes and to the most convenient and Weekly Operating Expenses $ 19,350.00 special donations to assist the secure way for you to make Surplus (Shortfall) $ ( 2,037.98) Ladies of Charity of our parish your weekly offering to Saint in caring for members of the Alexis. To enroll in automatic Second Collection $ 2,203.32 community facing serious Catholic Campaign for Human Development hardship. Please know that contributions, visit www.faithdirect.net and use Saint Alexis code: PA47. Thank you for your 2019 Parish Share through your generosity, five continued support of our parish family! Parish Share Donations $ 29,668.00 needy families in the area received hope and resources.

LITURGICAL MINISTER SCHEDULE: APRIL 13 - 14, 2019 Mass Time Extraordinary Ministers Reader 1 Reader 2 Altar Servers Cantor 4:00 p.m. R. Negle, J. Schuler, M. Schuler, D. Bartlett J. Schon A. Ricci, P. Ricci T. Dumas M. Schuler, B. McLaughlin, A. Kushner, M. Roman, C. Roman, R. Wagner 10:00 a.m. L. Klingman, J. Birsic, R. Reiger, J. Dagnon L. Myers A. Stalder, B. Stalder, L. Hoffmann M. Stalder, G. Quatchak, P. Quatchak, D. Harrington D. Tyra Page 5 Saint Alphonsus and Saint Alexis News Do you have a plan for when you fall? By Dave VanVickle, Director of Evangelization

Hopefully during this Lent you are taking you relationship with Jesus a bit more seriously. During Lent we are called to truly battle against sin. If you are serious about the Christian life then no doubt you have identified those defects that most prevent you from joining God. It usually takes a long battle to rid yourself of these sins so in the mean time you should have a plan for those times when you fall.  First thank God for His mercy: The greatest part about personal sin is that God came for the sick. How sad it would be if we didn’t need a God to pursue us and romance us and Father us as children. After sinning throw yourself into God’s mercy and be thankful you have a reason for a savior.  Do not focus on yourself: Acknowledge that you and you alone are to blame for this, but to beat yourself up about it is a form of pride. Seems strange but it is pride.  Look at the situation: What led you to this fall? No doubt there was a progression of temptations given into before you finally fell. Look exactly at the “near occasion of this sin.” Learn from the fall and bring good out of evil.  Don’t let the Devil use it: Once you have fallen the Devil will throw it in your face and use it to make you feel helpless, shameful and unworthy. Rebuke him and rest in the knowledge of God’s love for His imperfect servants. Prayer of Contrition: Choose a prayer ahead of time. Memorize it and be ready to beg God for His mercy. I use psalm 51. You can use any act of contrition you want but it’s a time to acknowledge our fall and our betrayal of Jesus and beg Him to use this to draw us closer to Him. Go and sin no more… John 8:11 Delivering Dinners To Our Homebound The Saint Alphonsus Men’s Fellowship group is organized to deliver Fish Fry meals to homebound Saint Alexis and Saint Alphonsus parishioners for the next two weekends on April 12 or April 19. The meals are a gift from the Parish. We are still in need of volunteers to deliver a meal and visit with a parishioner. You do not need to be a member of the Men’s Fellowship group to volunteer. Women, men, couples and families are invited to deliver a meal. Signups are available online www.tinyurl.com/homebound2019 . Contact Dick Heilman at 724.443.5606 or [email protected] with any questions. Do you know a registered parishioner who is homebound? Please call Gail at the parish office at 724.935.1151 ext. 210 or email [email protected] with the name, address and phone number of the person, so that they may be included in this outreach. Bible Study - “Wisdom - God’s Vision for Life” Bob Rice is an internationally known speaker, acclaimed musician, and All are invited to join the innovative writer. He is a Professor of Catechetics and the Director of the Masters of Arts in Catechetics and Evangelization at Franciscan University of Catholic Community of Steubenville. He has a PhD in Theology from Liverpool Hope University Wexford for Bible Study on where he researched Catholic youth and evangelization. He is a highly sought after presenter at youth conferences, young-adult gatherings, men’s Tuesdays - April 9 through conferences, parish missions, and catechetical workshops. Bob has authored May 28 from 7:00 p.m. to many books, articles, and award-winning scripts that have helped people come to a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith. Bob has recorded 8:30 p.m. at the Saint Alexis numerous CDs and leads worship for over ten thousand people every year, Education Center – Room 112. The cost is $25 per mostly through the Steubenville Adult and Youth Conferences. He is the host person. For information, visit stalexis.org or email of EWTN’s Franciscan University Presents. Bob lives in Steubenville with his beautiful wife Jennifer and their seven adorable children. You can find out [email protected] or call 724.935.0877. more about him at bob-rice.com. SEVEN CHURCH TOUR YOUTH KICK-OFF Our Holy Thursday seven church Saint Alphonsus and St. Alexis will have their tour this year will immediately follow Youth Ministry Kickoff on Sunday, April 28 from 6:30 the 7:00 p.m. Mass on Thursday, p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This is open to anyone in high April 18. Our bus will leave from the school. Food, games, and prizes (yes prizes!). We'll parking lot at Saint Alexis after Mass and also talk about Alpha Youth starting May 5th and return by midnight. The churches that Steubenville Conferences this summer! we will be going to include Saint Sebastian, Saint John Neumann, Saint ALPHA YOUTH Ferdinand, Saint Kilian, Saints John and Paul, Saint Life is stressful and hard. Whether we Alphonsus and the tour will conclude at Saint Alexis. say them or not, we all have questions about We are asking for a $10 donation to help with the cost of God and life. Is God real? What's my the bus. Please remember to call the Parish Center at purpose? Is there anything else? High School 724.935.1151 or 724.935.4343 to register for the Seven Church students are invited to join us Sunday nights Tour. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting May 5, as EASTER FLOWERS we ask these questions and see what Christianity has to Although Easter flower donations will be say. accepted through Easter, in order to have your STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCES intention published in the booklet, the donation This summer, High School Youth Ministry will be must be received in the Parish Office no later going to Franciscan University July 12 to 14 for a than Friday, April 12. Steubenville Conference. Steubenville Conferences We Really Need Candy for our Easter happen each summer all across the US and Canada. Egg Hunt! Thousands of teens come together for a weekend of Please drop off your donation of wrapped candy to either encountering Jesus in talks on the faith, sacraments, Church. There is a bin in the back of both sides of Saint praise and worship, and adoration. Alphonsus Church. There is also be a bin in the Narthex of This is open to anyone going into high school next Saint Alexis Church. We're looking for candy that is small year to seniors graduating this year. enough to fit inside a plastic egg. The Easter Egg Hunt will be at Saint Alphonsus on Cost: $212 (LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE) Holy Saturday, April 20, at 12:30 p.m. in the playground area. In case of rain, we will gather in the school cafeteria. Email David at [email protected] Please bring a bag or basket to collect your eggs.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP MORE WOMEN CHOOSE LIFE? Come to Vision for Life’s banquet on Thursday, May 2, at Cranberry Highlands! When women have the opportunity to receive supportive, professional care and see their children on the ultrasound screen at one of Pittsburgh’s pregnancy medical centers, the majority choose life. Since Vision for Life began advertising these centers in 2010, abortions in Allegheny County have dropped 24 percent. You can help save lives! The speaker for the evening is Molly Smith, President of Cleveland Right to Life, and Chair of the nation’s largest pro-life convention, Bringing America Back to Life, and host of the radio program “From the Median.” To register, go to the website, www.visionforlifepgh.org. For more information, contact Barb at [email protected] or Harry Griffith [email protected].

First Friday Eucharistic Adoration Make a commitment to be with our Lord on the first Friday of every month. You choose the time. Saint Alexis needs assistance in helping the parish cover the some of the hours. We need volunteers during PRO-LIFE ROSARY these times: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and The Pro-Life Committee invites all parishioners to recite 1:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (If you can’t make it the rosary at Saint Alexis immediately after the 8:00 a.m. Mass for a particular month, we cover your time.) everyday. On Mission Register now for Small Groups!

Go, and From Now On Do Not Sin Socialize with other Catholics, learn more about your Any More faith, and strengthen your prayer life. Jesus encounter with the woman in today’s Gospel may be one of the most What’s a Small Group? beautiful presented in the Scriptures. Small Groups are where our large Jesus saves the woman from near certain death as the scribes church gets small. Groups consist of six and Pharisees are ready to stone her on account of her sins. to eight couples or 12 to 16 individuals Jesus stops them in their tracks as he says, “let the one among who meet to discuss faith, go deeper in you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” the weekly message, and support one More importantly, he works to transform her heart and her life another in their relationship with Christ. through his words and actions of forgiveness, not Small Groups are a great place to explore, ask questions condemnation. How encouraging it is to hear Jesus say, “neither do I condemn you. Go, and from now on do not sin and grow. They get together weekly for about 90 minutes of any more.” social time, study and prayer. Discussion materials and Those words are not meant only for that woman, but also support will be offered by Saint Alexis but your group will for us. We hear Jesus speak those words in prayer as we turn to function independently according to what works best for him for strength when we know we’ve done wrong. We also you. All are welcome to join! Register at stalexis.org. hear those words from the priest in Confession as our sins are forgiven and we are sent forth, “the Lord has freed you from your sins. Go in peace!” As we are restored to union with God Always Welcome at Saint Alphonsus in Reconciliation, and strengthened in the unity as we deepen and Saint Alexis! our relationship with him, our unity with our sisters and If you are not a registered parishioner at the Catholic brothers in the Body of Christ is also renewed. This unity can Community of Wexford but would like to be, please visit our only serve us well as we journey together On Mission for The websites at saintalphonsuswexford.org or stalexis.org and Church Alive! May we be inspired not to build each other up as complete the online registration form. we build up our Church. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to If you would like to register by phone, please call the Parish learn more and to stay informed. Center Office at 724.935.1151 or 724.935.4343. Blessed Francis Seelos Academy Blessed Francis Seelos Academy Open Houses (Pre-School and K-8) Calling all prospective students and families to visit our campus, meet teachers, and speak with our Principal. Discover how Blessed Francis Seelos Academy sets a standard of excellence for academic achievement and a life-long impact. Our school is a place where education excels and faith inspires! Offering full and half day preschool and full day kindergarten through 8th grade. Extended hours available at both campuses. Can’t make the Open House? Call us at 724.953.1152 to schedule a tour at your convenience.

Preschool Open House: Monday April 29, – 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - St. Alexis Campus K-8 Open House: Tuesday April 30, – 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - St. Alphonsus Campus

Art enrichment program coming to Seelos! The Seelos Academy Learning Enrichment Committee is working with the Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media through their Artists in Schools & Communities Program to bring a “resident artist” to our school to work hands-on with all Kindergarten through Eighth grade students. Professional Artist, Laura Jean McLaughlin, will join us for mornings once a week for 10 weeks starting this Monday, April 1. She will work with a core group of 8th graders each week. Additionally, each homeroom will have one scheduled time to work with Laura. Together, the students will be making a large mosaic that will hang near our school lobby when it is complete. Students will design it, nip tiles, glue tiles, grout, and more. To learn more about this program and Laura Jean, click the links below. Please also read the attached letter from the Artists in Schools & Communities Program Director, Mary Brenholts. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Riley, 216.244.5668, or

[email protected].

https://pfpca.org/artists-schools-communities/programs/school/artist-residency https://pfpca.org/artists-schools-communities/resident-artists/laura-jean-mclaughlin http://laurajeanmclaughlin.com/about/

Also, the Seelos Academy Learning Enrichment Committee also recently secured and funded two enrichment programs for the preschool students. For the past two weeks, our preschoolers have participated in hands-on cooking classes with Lauri Bruno from Kids Nutrition Kitchen. Lauri has been doing after-school sessions at our K-8 campus. She was so well received, we asked her to work during the school day with our preschoolers for in-classroom enrichment. Also, Mad Science of Pittsburgh will be coming to the preschool campus soon to conduct experiments with the children. neighborhood news

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Community OUTING! OVER 50 BUS TRIP Outreach invites Join us on the The Saint runners of all links at Club at Alexis Over 50 abilities to run one Shadow Lakes at Club will be of the races of the 2000 Beaver Lakes Boulevard, taking a bus tour Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Aliquippa, 15001 on Monday, May 20. to Bedford Springs Marathon May 4 and 5. Shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. Registration Resort on June 5. Registration is FREE when you run is $150. Step back into history by seeing for NHCO and help local families in Please contact Mr. Matt Kuntz at beautiful covered bridges, learning need. Runners can choose the 5K, form 724.869.2188 or email to [email protected] about historic buildings and having a relay team, or run the half or full or visit www. qchs.org for lunch at the world famous “Omni marathon. more information. Bedford Springs Hotel.” You will have Visit https://www.crowdrise.com/o/ the opportunity to shop in some quaint en/campaign/north-hills-community- shops and visit Gravity Hill, where outreach-pittsburgh-marathon-2019 water actually runs uphill! Cost is $87 or contact Harriet at [email protected] per person. For more information, or 412.408.3830 ext. 3204. contact Dave at 412.366.3789.

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Each year the shepherds of the Diocese of Pittsburgh welcome families to St. Paul’s Cathedral. You are invited! Come and meet Bishop David Zubik and auxiliary William Waltersheid and William Winter. Each bishop will receive families for a greeting, blessing and photograph. (Rumor has it that chocolate may be involved, too!) Families may drop by any time between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 pm.

Join us for this beautiful tradition

SAINT ALPHONSUS AND SAINT ALEXIS PARISHES - THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF WEXFORD

A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust Parish Office: 10090 Old Perry Highway Wexford, PA 15090 A Parish of the Diocese of Pittsburgh diopitt.org Phones - 724.935.1151 or 724.935.4343 Fax - 724.935.1270

SERVED BY www.SaintAlphonsusWexford or www.stalexis.org OFFICE HOURS Administrator Reverend Paul J. Zywan / ext. 224 /[email protected] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Parochial Vicar JOIN US! Reverend Joseph M. Freedy / ext. 233/[email protected] To become a registered member of the parish family, please visit our Deacons website at www.stalexis.org or at www.SaintAlphonsusWexford.org . Deacon Albert Heiles/[email protected] Introduce yourself to us at Mass! Deacon Jeffrey J. Ludwikowski /[email protected] RECONCILIATION Director of Parish Operations/Business Manager Chuck Goetz / ext. 223/ [email protected] Saint Alexis: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Saturday - 7:30 a.m.-7:55 a.m. Saturday - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Director of Evangelization Saint Alphonsus: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Dave VanVickle / ext. 232/[email protected]

Office Manager MaryEllen Pendel / ext. 221/[email protected] PRAYER

Directors of Music Eucharistic Adoration Christopher Brewer/ext. 226/[email protected] Saint Alphonsus: Wednesday 12:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saint Alexis: First Friday of every month from 8:30 a.m. Mary Heagy/[email protected] to 6:00 p.m. Assistant Music Director - Lisa Hoffman Prayer Ministry- To initiate a request on the email prayer chain Director of Religious Education for urgent prayers contact the following people: Louis Bosco/[email protected] Saint Alexis - Barb Busi at 412.366.4829 Religious Education Program Manager Saint Alphonsus - Norma Heyl at 724.935.1094 or Jo Labrise at 724.935.3826. Paula Green / ext. 225/[email protected] If you would like to be a part of this important ministry to pray for Coordinator of Youth Ministry /Young Adults others, please contact them. David Piccirilli/ ext. 227/[email protected] MARRIAGE Bookkeeper/Safe Environment Coordinator Mary King/ext. 212/[email protected] Arrangements must be made with a priest at least six months in Jack Schuler / 205/ [email protected] advance of the desired wedding date.

Receptionist/Secretary Gail Clendaniel/ext. 210/[email protected] For information about the priesthood or the vowed religious life, please contact Fr. Zywan or the Vocation Office of the diocese at BLESSED FRANCIS SEELOS ACADEMY 412.456.3131 or visit pghpriest.org. Principal BAPTISM Robert Reese - [email protected] Celebrated on Sundays at 11:15 a.m. at Saint Alexis or at

School Secretary K-8 12:45 p.m. at Saint Alphonsus by appointment. Arrangements Patty Anfang - [email protected] should be made through the Parish Center several months in advance. Parents need to be registered parishioners and 724.935.1152 complete a pre-baptism class before scheduling a baptism. School Secretary Pre-K M S H Chris Schlieper - [email protected] INISTRY TO THE ICK AND OMEBOUND 724.935.3940 Communal anointing is celebrated periodically. Anyone who is anticipating surgery is encouraged to request this sacrament prior North Hills Regional School Board - www.nhrces.org to being admitted to the hospital. Individuals who are unable to attend Sunday Mass and want to receive the sacraments are asked * * Bulletin announcements and flyers are due by noon to please call the Parish Center. Fridays a week in advance of publication. * *

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