St. Paul Roman Catholic Church Parroquia San Pablo 920 South Second Street, Allentown, PA 18103 Phone: 610-797-9733 Fax: 610-797-9537 Bulletin Email: [email protected] www.StPaulRC.com APRIL 25, 2021 Mass Schedule Daily Masses: (in Church) Monday-Saturday (except Tuesdays): 8:30am Mass in Eng- lish, Tuesdays: 5:30pm Mass in Spanish Weekend Masses: (in Church) Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm Mass in English; 7:00pm Mass in Spanish Sunday: 8:00am Mass in English; 9:30am Spanish; 11:00am Bilingual; 1:00 Mass in Spanish Confessions: (in Church) Tuesdays at 5:00PM, Saturdays 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Eucharistic Adoration: (in Church) Fridays 3:00PM - 7:00PM (Additional Information on COVID-19 Safety Measures can be found on page 3 of the bulletin.)
Pastoral Team: Pastor/Párroco: Rev. Michael Mullins Retired Priest /Sacerdote Jubilado: Msgr. Robert Biszek
Deacons: Cu Than Gary Granato ([email protected]) Diáconos: Roberto Reyes (484-619-8705); Jose DeCastro y Angelino Rodriguez
Parish Secretary/Secretaria: Mrs. Carmen Padilla Bulletin Secretary: Mrs. Patty Ickes Adult Education / RCIA: Deacon Gary Granato Educación de Adultos / RICA: Mr. Felix Pereira Youth Education / Catecismo: Mrs. Raysa Rodriguez 347-531- 4094
Mission Statement Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator: Ms. Wendy S. Krisak, MA, NCC, LPC Jesus is our Lord, God and Savior who cleanses, Direct Phone: 1-800-791-9209 nourishes and strengthens us poor sinners through His Holy Word and Sacraments, so that we may be united to Diocesan Office of Safe Environment: Him always and so we may imitate what we receive by Pamela J. Russo, M.S.W, M.S. sharing His Truth, Life and Mercy with our neighbor. Secretary, Youth Protection and Catholic Human Services P.O. Box F, Allentown, PA 18105-1538 Estado de la Misión 610-871-5200 ext. 2204 Jesús es nuestro Señor, Dios y Salvador que limpia, [email protected] nutre y fortalece, a nosotros pobres pecadores, a través de su Santa Palabra y los Sacramentos, para que podamos Diocesan Youth Protection Programs: estar unidos a Él siempre y así podemos imitar lo que www.allentowndiocese.org/the-diocese/youth-protection/ recibimos compartiendo su Verdad, Vida y Misericordia con nuestro prójimo. 1
Welcome to St. Paul Roman Catholic Church! CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: “That which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, Catholic Grade School: (Pre-K - 8th Grade) so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our St. John Vianney Regional School: 610-435-8981 fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ.” 210 North 18th Street, Allentown, PA 18104 —1 John 1:3 www.stjohnvianneyschool.org REGISTRATION IN THE PARISH Catholic High School: Our parish serves the flock living in the South Side of Allentown Central Catholic: 610-437-4601 Allentown. To help us meet your needs, please register at 301 North 4th Street, Allentown, PA 18102 the parish office Wednesday - Friday from 9:00am - www.acchs.info 5:00pm. Registration is required for those Catholics de- Catholic Colleges: siring to become a Godparent or Sponsor, as well as all DeSales University: (610) 282-1100 www.desales.edu those seeking the sacraments of Baptism, First Holy 2755 Station Ave, Center Valley, PA 18034 Communion, Confirmation or Marriage in our parish. HOSPITAL CATHOLIC CHAPLAINS: GODPARENT / SPONSOR LETTERS Those seeking to serve as godparents for baptism or Sacred Heart, Allentown: Fr. John Hilferty (610-776-4771) sponsors for Confirmation are called to lead others to God by example. Members must have a record of con- Lehigh Valley, Cedar Crest: tributing to the parish (by envelopes, credit card, or elec- Fr. Kisaka (405-473-9262) tronic giving) and be registered in our parish for at least Lehigh Valley, 17th Street and St. Luke’s, Allentown: three months. Cathedral (610-433-6461)
BAPTISMS Good Shepherd, Allentown: Fr. Michael Mullins (610-797-9733) Jesus says “Let the children come to me.”— Matt 19:14 In baptism, we are cleansed of sins, united to Christ and St. Luke’s, Bethlehem: His Church, and gain access to heaven. Do not delay Rev. Frans Berkhout (610-954-4774) bringing this wondrous grace to your child. Please call (610-797-9733) to schedule a pre-baptismal interview Lehigh Valley, Muhlenberg: Rev. Achilees Ayaton (484-884-2313) and bring the certificate of birth.
PENANCE / CONFESSION / RECONCILIATION CATHOLIC SENIOR HOUSING & HEALTHCARE Jesus told Peter, “Whose sins you forgive are forgiven, 1200 Spring Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 whose sins you retain are retained.”—John 20:21-23 (610) 997-8409 www.cshhcs.org Come receive God’s Mercy: Tuesdays at 5pm, Saturdays from 3pm-4:30pm in the Church, or by appointment. CATHOLIC CEMETERIES FIRST HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION Resurrection Cemetery, West Allentown: 610-395-3819 547 Krocks Rd, Allentown, PA 18106 Jesus says “He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life.”—John 6:50-58. Before one can enter Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem: 610-866-2372 into this intimate union, one must receive instruction 2575 Linden St, Bethlehem, PA 18017 through Catholic School, CCD or RCIA program and be clean from grave sin. VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATOR CONFIRMATION The Diocese of Allentown provides assistance to anyone The Apostles Peter and John prayed and laid hands on who, as a minor, was sexually abused by a priest, dea- them that they may receive the Holy Spirit— Acts 8:14-17 con, or employee/volunteer of the Diocese/Parish. Par- Receive fullness of the Holy Spirit after instruction and ents, guardians, children, and survivors of sexual abuse prayer through Catholic School, CCD or RCIA program. are invited and encouraged to contact the Diocese of MARRIAGE Allentown for more information about this program. The In this sacrament, God unites man and woman in a sa- fullness of compassion should be extended to these vic- cred life-long commitment and gives them the grace to tims by the Church. love as Christ loves the Church, in permanence, fidelity VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATOR and fruitfulness. We are dedicated to helping our mem- DIRECT TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 791-9209 bers have a memorable wedding, but more importantly, a To learn more about the Diocese of Allentown’s Youth blessed life-long marriage. Contact a Priest to begin the Protection Programs, Sexual Abuse Policy, and Code of instruction at least six months in advance of the wedding. Conduct, please visit www.allentowndiocese.org and ANOINTING OF THE SICK click on “Youth Protection”. “Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the priests of CATHOLIC BISHOP ABUSE REPORTING SERVICE the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in If you have an allegation of abuse against a bishop, the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will please contact the Catholic Bishop Abuse Reporting Ser- make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up.” vice at www.ReportBishopAbuse.org or by calling —James 5:14-15. Contact the priest to schedule an 800-276-1562. anointing. 2
St. Paul Church — COVID-19 Update:
Beginning on Monday, June 29, 2020, the feast of Saints Peter & Paul, we entered the Green Phase. However, Saturday, May 1st is the Feast of Saint COVID-19 is still a serious threat, so our Bishop has con- Joseph the Worker. You are encouraged to learn tinued to suspend the obligation to attend Mass on Sun- more about the foster father of Je- days. We will still live-stream the Masses on the internet sus and the protector of the Holy through Facebook: Family. St. Joseph has a promi- https://www.facebook.com/sprccallentownpa. nent role to play in the ongoing Those who attend public Masses are to abide by the fol- battle for marriage and family. lowing Safety Precautions: This conference for men and For those who are sick or have any symptoms (fever, women presents solutions to the cough, difficulty breathing), stay at home or call your doc- first steps in rebuilding the domes- tor. For those who are healthy, without any symptoms: tic church – by reclaiming the vo- - Wear a Mask covering your nose and mouth, cation of fathers. From 9:30am-1:30pm, there - Enter by the doors closest to the Baptismal Font, will be conference talks online. For more details - Use hand sanitizer, and to register, please - Maintain a safe social distance (6 feet or more) from any- visit www.reclaimingthefamily.com. one not in your household. At 8pm on Saturday, May 1st, there is a - The Maximum number of people in the Church at any time is 250 Hispanic concert in honor of Saint Joseph, - The doors of the Church will be locked when we reach our "Worker for Peace" at 8pm. This concert will be maximum limit. transmitted through Facebook Live: - No one is permitted to gather before or after Mass for https://www.facebook.com/OCPmusica conversations - Pews will be washed after each Mass with soap and wa- ter. - There will be a limited Mass schedule to permit sanitizing Saint Quote of the Week: Church after each Mass. “Lord, I shall follow You unto the darkness, unto death.” -Blessed Itala Mela
PA Vaccination Info: “The will of Christ, which I feel in the depths of my soul, is www.health.pa.gov/topics/diseasecoronavirus/ to drag me, to immerse myself with Himself in the Pages/Vaccine.aspx abysses of the Holy Trinity … It is useless to look for other For the latest information regarding vaccines, ways: this is what He has chosen for my sanctification.” visit LVHN.org/vaccines or SLHN.org/Covid-19. - Blessed Itala Mela For those who are homebound and live in Allentown with- out access to transportation, paramedics will come to your residence. To make arrangements and or appointment call 610-260-0360. “Current laws in our country fail to protect the lives St. Paul Church is OPEN for private prayer of unborn children. … People of good will must every day from 8am-3pm. boldly stand up against this intrinsic evil [of abor- When people visit the church, they should keep a mini- tion], especially when it is occurring on a massive mum distance of six feet from other people, and there should not be more than 125 people (250 beginning scale, implemented in law and funded, in some in- June 29th) in the church at the same time. Sick people stances, by the government.” - Most Reverend should stay home and call their doctor. Joseph F. Naumann, Chair of the USCCB Committee CONFESSIONS will continue in Church: on Pro-Life Activities, “Priorities at the Polls” Saturdays 3:00 pm - 4:30pm
View our website for the latest information: Few pray for elected officials: May they www.StPaulRC.com - Check out videos of St. Paul Mass & Devotions on our official Facebook page: work to protect human life from concep- https://www.facebook.com/sprccallentownpa tion to natural death.
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WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS: Learn and Live the Mass MONDAY, April 26th (Compendium of CCC) 8:30AM John DiLeo #32 "In what way is the faith of the Church one faith alone? TUESDAY, April 27th The Church, although made up of persons who 5:30PM(Span.) Bill Stitt have diverse languages, cultures, and rites, none- WEDNESDAY, April 28th theless professes with a united voice the one faith 8:30AM Jayne Knopp that was received from the one Lord and that was passed on by the one Apostolic Tradition. She con- THURSDAY, April 29th fesses one God alone, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, 8:30AM Robert Dantona and points to one way of salvation. Therefore we FRIDAY, April 30th believe with one heart and one soul all that is con- 8:30AM Dolly Jaindl tained in the Word of God, handed down or writ- ten, and which is proposed by the Church as di- SATURDAY, May 1st 8:30AM Helen Radio 4:30PM Margaret Torkos Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat ~ An intimated spiritual 7:00PM(Span.) journey for anyone seeking healing after abortion. In a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment you can focus on SUNDAY, May 2nd this painful time in your life and enter into the process of 8:00AM Robert Bartkowiak healing. Through scripture readings, guided meditations and 9:30AM(Span.) Mary Byrne activities flowing from the meditations, you can experience 11:00AM(Biling.) People of the Parish God’s compassion and forgiveness. 1:00PM(Span.) Eneria del Carmen Peralta For registration information contact: Carol Swavely, MA, 1- 866-3RACHEL (Toll Free) or 610-435-1541, ext. 373. You may also email Carol at [email protected]. The retreat will be held The 2022 Mass Book is now open; July, 23, 24 and 25, 2021 at the St. Francis Retreat House in Masses can be scheduled at the rectory. Easton. Deadline for Registration is July 16, 2021. Kolbe Academy is an Allentown Diocese high school serving teens in recovery from drug and alcohol addic- tions. They are hosting two Open Houses - March 24 and WORD OF THE WEEK April 21 from 5-7pm. Come and see what Kolbe Academy Pew - a long bench with a back, placed in rows in offers its students and the community. Please note that the main part of some churches to seat the due to COVID-19, masks must be worn. Staff and stu- congregation. dents look forward to meeting you! BECAUSE WE ARE CATHOLIC PRAYER TO COMBAT THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC: ANNUAL APPEAL Most Merciful and Triune God, We come to You in our weak- Many thanks to those who have made a pledge to the ness. We come to You in our fear. We come to You with trust. Because We Are Catholic Annual Appeal. Making a For You alone are our hope. We place before You the disease six-month pledge to the Appeal allows you to maxi- present in our world. We turn to You in our time of need. Bring mize the amount that you may give by making wisdom to doctors. Give understanding to our scientists. Endow monthly payments. For example, a $120 gift to the caregivers with compassion and generosity. Bring healing to Appeal may be setup with six $20 installments. Re- those who are ill. Protect those who are most at risk. Give com- member, every gift counts, no matter how small. fort to those who have lost a loved one. Welcome those who have died into Your Eternal Home. Stabilize our communities. Your generosity funds the annual budget for impor- Unite us in our compassion. Remove all fear from our hearts. tant Diocesan ministries in our area. You can make Fill us with confidence in Your care. Jesus, I trust in You. your gift online at Jesus, I trust in You. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen. BecauseWeAreCatholic.org. - Anonymous Author (Ascension Press)
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Fun Corner: Word Scramble from 1 John 3:1-2 St. Vincent DePaul
Parish Food Pantry run by St. Vincent de Paul Society has RE-OPENED to help people struggling and in need. To maintain safety measures during this pandemic, they are distributing bags of food on Friday evenings from 5pm-6pm to those in need from the Rectory garage. Non-perishable food donations are welcomed. We are requesting dona- tions of canned tuna or any other canned meat, crackers, and cereal. As always, we appreciate your generosity to the needy families in our community. Casino bus trips are cancelled until further notice. Thank you. What the Good Shepherd asks of us: Commission for Men Monthly Rosary The Commission for Men will be hosting a monthly rosary for men and their families every 3rd Wednesday at 7:00pm. Join us to pray for peace in our nation Homeschool Families Event and in our world, for an end to the coronavirus Homeschool Families of the Diocese of Allentown are pandemic, and for an increase in vocations to invited to a "virtual" gathering on Sunday, May 16th at religious life and priesthood – in our Diocese 7:00pm. We will join together in praying the rosary for and throughout the Church. Men and their fami- the needs of the Church, the world, and our families. To lies are welcome! For more information and to pray the participate, please email Father Kevin Bobbin, Chaplain next rosary on check out the website: to the Homeschool Community https://www.menaliveinchrist.org/mens-rosary/ ([email protected]) God, the source of creation and before May 16th to receive the Zoom invitation. love, You invite each of us to serve you through the life which NEED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE? Has this COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult to pay is your gift. credit cards, mortgage/rent, or utilities? Need food assis- May your grace encourage men and women to tance or need access to mental health resources? Visit heights of holiness through service to the church as www.pa.gov/guides/responding-to-covid-19/ priests, sisters, brothers, and lay ministers. #ForIndividuals Make me an instrument to encourage others to give of themselves and Don't have Medical Insurance? In Pennsylvania, visit www.pennie.com (English) challenge me to do the same. Amen. www.pennie.com/es (Spanish) before the May 15, 2021 SJV GOLF TOURNAMENT enrollment deadline. Monday, May 10th TURKEY DINNER Woodstone Country Club, Danielsville, PA (Drive-Thru/Pick-Up ONLY) If you are interested in golfing or would like St. John the Baptist Church to be a sponsor, please contact the school at Social Hall 610-435-8981. This Photo by 924 N. Front Street, Allentown Saturday May 1, 2021 4:00 – 6:30 PM Try the New and Improved AD Times Online Only $12.00 Turkey, mashed potatoes with Please consider signing up for the new and improved gravy, carrots, cranberry sauce, salad, roll, and online version of the AD Times. Doing so will mean dessert! Tickets can be purchased in Church you’ll get the news faster, and you will save the Diocese vestibule before/after Masses, by calling Office money on printing and postage. Email your name and ad- at 610-432-0034 during business hours dress to [email protected] and (Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM) we’ll sign you up for a free email subscription and remove Deadline for ticket purchase Wednesday, your name from the mailing list of the printed newspaper. April 22, 2021. NO SALES AT THE DOOR. 5
Cuarto Domingo de Pascua 25 de abril de 2021 LA ESQUINA DE PADRE MIGUEL Miren cuánto amor nos ha tenido el Padre, El sábado 1 de mayo es la fiesta de San José pues no sólo nos llamamos hijos de Dios, Obrero. Se le anima a aprender más sobre el padre adoptivo sino que lo somos. — 1 Juan 3:1 de Jesús y el protector de la Sagrada Familia. San José tiene un papel destacado que desempeñar en la batalla en curso por el matrimonio y la familia. Esta conferencia para hom- bres y mujeres presenta soluciones a los primeros pasos en LECTURAS DE HOY la reconstrucción de la iglesia doméstica, al reclamar la vo- Primera lectura — Sólo en Jesús encontrará el mundo la sal- cación de los padres. De 9:30 a. M. A 1:30 p. M., Habrá vación (Hechos 4:8-12). charlas de conferencias en línea. Para obtener más detalles y Salmo — La piedra que desecharon los arquitectos, es ahora la registrarse, visite www.reclaimingthefamily.com. piedra angular (Salmo 118 [117]). Segunda lectura — Nos hemos convertido en hijos de Dios por A las 8 pm, el sabado, 1 Mayo 2021 hay un conci- el amor que el Padre nos tiene (1 Juan 3:1-2). erto hispano en honor a San José, "Trabajador por la Paz" a Evangelio — El Padre ama a Jesús, el Buen Pastor, que da la las 8 pm. Este concierto se transmitirá a través de Facebook vida por sus ovejas (Juan 10:11-18). Live: https://www.facebook.com/OCPmusica
DEBIDO A QUE SOMOS CATÓLICOS, APELACIÓN Santa de la Semana: Beata Itala Mela (1904-1957) nació ANUAL - Muchas gracias a aquellos que han hecho una en Italia, en el seno de un matrimonio de maestros ateos. De promesa a la "Debido a que Somos Católicos" Campaña Anual. 1905 a 1915, vivió bajo la tutela de sus abuelos, quienes le Hacer un compromiso de seis meses para la apelación le per- introdujeron en la fe católica y prepararon mite maximizar la cantidad que puede aportar mediante pagos para recibir la Primera Comunión y la Con- mensuales. Por ejemplo, se puede configurar un regalo de $ firmación. Debido a la muerte de su hermano 120 para la Apelación con seis cuotas de $ 20. Recuerde, cada menor, en 1920, se alejó de la religión y se regalo cuenta, no importa cuán pequeño sea. Su generosidad declaró atea. Su ateísmo persistió durante financia el presupuesto anual para importantes ministerios dio- varios años hasta que, a los 18 años, tuvo una cesanos en nuestra área. Puede hacer su donación en línea en profunda experiencia espiritual en la fiesta de BecauseWeAreCatholic.org. la Inmaculada Concepción, retornó a la fe y expresó: "Señor, te seguiré hasta en la oscuri- Palabra de la Semana: Banco - un siento largo con dad, hasta la muerte". Se afilió, en 1923, a la respaldo, colocado en filas en la parte principal de al- Federación de Universitarios Católicos Italianos, donde con- gunas iglesias para sentar a la congregación. vivió con grandes personalidades del catolicismo italiano, entre ellos, el futuro papa Pablo VI. En 1929 determinó consagrase como oblata benedictina; concluyó su noviciado, Aprende y Vive la Fe: cuatro años después, en Roma, donde a los votos de po- (Compendio del CIC) breza, castidad y obediencia, agregó el de "buscar siempre la #32 "¿En qué sentido la fe de la Iglesia es una sola? forma más perfecta de obrar". Ella adoptó el nombre de La Iglesia, aunque formada por personas diversas por María de la Trinidad. En 1941, presentó al pontífice Pío razón de lengua, cultura y ritos, profesa con voz unánime XII, el que sería llamado Memorial de María de la Trinidad. la única fe, recibida de un solo Señor y transmitida por la En 1947, proyectó crear una comunidad sacerdotal donde única Tradición Apostólica. Profesa un solo Dios – sus afiliados llevasen vida eremítica. Después de una fe- cunda labor evangelizadora, falleció en La Spezia, Italia. Padre, Hijo y Espíritu Santo– e indica un solo camino de Fue beatificada el 10 de junio de 2017. Dia de Fiesta: 29 salvación. Por tanto, creemos, con un solo corazón y una April. sola alma, todo aquello que se contiene en la Palabra de Dios escrita o transmitida y es propuesto por la Iglesia “Las leyes actuales en nuestro país no protegen la vida de los para ser creído como divinamente revelado." niños por nacer. … Las personas de buena voluntad deben en- frentarse con valentía a este mal intrínseco [del aborto], espe- cialmente cuando se está produciendo a gran escala, implemen- Las hermanas de San Pablo del Albergue Divino tado por ley y financiado, en algunos casos, por el gobierno ”. - Niño de la Repubblica Dominicana pide la col- Reverendísimo Joseph F. Naumann, presidente del Comité de laboration para la reconstruction de una casita de Actividades Pro-Vida de la USCCB, "Prioridades en las urnas" unos de los niños del albergue. Si esta interesado de ayudar, por favor hablar con Diacono Angelino Pocos rezan por los funcionarios electos: que trabajen para pro- Rodriguez teger la vida humana desde la concepción hasta la muerte natu- ral.
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BIENVENIDO A LA IGLESIA SAN PABLO ! ORACIÓN PARA COMBATIR LA CORONAVIRUS: Lo que hemos visto y oído, se lo anunciamos también a ustedes, para que vivan en comunión con nosotros. Y nuestra comunión es con el Dios misericordioso y trino, venimos a ti en nuestra debili- Padre y con su Hijo . dad. Venimos a ti en nuestro miedo. Venimos a ti con confi- Jesucristo.-1 Juan 1:3 anza. Porque sólo tú eres nuestra esperanza. Ponemos ante ti la enfermedad presente en nuestro mundo. Nos dirigimos a INSCRIPCION EN LA PARROQUIA usted en nuestro momento de necesidad. Trae sabiduría a los Animamos a todos los que viven en la parte sur de Allentown a regis- trarse en nuestra parroquia. Nuestro horario de oficina es martes médicos. Dar comprensión a nuestros científicos. Dotar a los 10:30am-5:00pm y miercoles a viernes de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm. Su cuidadores con compasión y generosidad. Trae curación a inscripción nos ayuda a conocerte y que podamos ayudarte a conec- los que están enfermos. Proteja a los que están en mayor tarse a ciertos eventos / actividades / organizaciones para satisfacer las riesgo. Dele consuelo a quienes han perdido a un ser quer- necesidades de su familia. Además, es necesario registrarse para aquellos que desean ser padrino, así como todos aquellos que buscan ido. Dé la bienvenida a los que han muerto en su hogar los sacramentos del Bautismo, Primera Comunión, Confirmación o eterno. Estabilizar nuestras comunidades. Únete a nosotros Matrimonio en nuestra parroquia. en tu compasión. Elimina todo miedo de nuestros corazones. Llénanos con confianza en tu cuidado. Jesús, confío en ti. CARTAS DEL PADRINO / Patrocinador Jesús, confío en ti. Jesús, confío en ti. Amén. Aquellos que buscan servir como padrinos para el bautismo o patrocinador para la Confirmación están llamados a llevar a otros a Dios con el ejemplo. Los miembros deben tener un registro de contribución a la parroquia (mediante sobres, tarjeta de crédito o ¿NECESITA AYUDA? ¿Esta pandemia de COVID-19 ha donaciones electrónicas) y estar registrados en nuestra parroquia dificultado el pago de tarjetas de crédito, hipoteca / alquiler o durante al menos tres meses. servicios públicos? ¿Necesita ayuda alimentaria o necesita ac- ceso a recursos de salud mental? Visite www.pa.gov/guides/ BAUTISMOS responding-to-covid-19/#ForIndividuals “Dejen a los niños que vengan a mí .” — Matt 19:14 En el bautismo, somos limpiados de nuestros pecados, unidos a Cristo y a su Iglesia, y obtener acceso a los cielos. No se retrase traer esta ¿ No Tienes Seguridad de Salud? Inscribirse antes de 15 de maravillosa gracia a su hijo. Llame a la Rectoría (610-797-9733) para Mayo: www.pennie.com/es programar una entrevista pre-bautismal y necesita traer el certificado de nacimiento. Para la informacion mas reciente sobre las vacunas, visite LVHN.org/vacunas o PENITENCIA / CONFESIÓN / RECONCILIACIÓN SLHN.org/Covid-19 Jesús les dijo a Pedro y los apostoles: "Los pecados serán perdonados a los que ustedes se los perdonen, y serán retenidos a los que ustedes se los retengan."-Juan 20:21-23 Ven a recibir la misericordia de La Despensa de Alimentos de la Parroquia dirigida por la So- Dios: martes a las 5pm, sabados a las 3pm-4:30pm en la iglesia. ciedad de San Vicente de Paúl se ha REABIERTO para ayudar a las personas que luchan y que lo necesitan. Para mantener las PRIMERA COMUNIÓN medidas de seguridad durante esta pandemia, están dis- Jesús dice: "El que come mi carne y bebe mi sangre, tiene vida eterna." - Juan 6: 50-58 Antes de que podamos entrar en esta unión tribuyendo bolsas de comida los viernes por la noche de 5 pm íntima, es necesario recibir instrucción a través de Escuela Catolica, a 6 pm a los necesitados desde el garaje de la Rectoría. Se Catecismo o RICA y estar limpios de pecado grave. aceptan donaciones de alimentos no perecederos.
CONFIRMACIÓN Planificacion Natural de la Familia es una forma para parejas Los apóstoles Pedro y Juan oraron y impusieron las manos sobre ellos de trabajar con el plan de Dios. Para aprender mas informacion para que reciban el Espíritu Santo-Hechos 8:14-17. Recibe la plenitud llamar: Jaime and Lilliana Nieves 484-651- del Espíritu Santo después de la oración y la instrucción a través del 2977 o Yaraivette Fernandez, FCPI 610-442-1783. programa de Catecismo o de RICA.
MATRIMONIO Kolbe Academy es una escuela secundaria de la Diócesis de Allentown que atiende a adolescentes en recuperación de En el sacramento del matrimonio, Dios une el hombre y la mujer en un compromiso sagrado de toda la vida y les da la gracia de amar adicciones a las drogas y al alcohol. Ellos serán los anfitriones como Cristo ama a la Iglesia, en la permanencia, la fidelidad y la fe- de dos jornadas de puertas abiertas: el 24 de marzo y el 21 de cundidad. Estamos dedicados a ayudar a nuestros feligreses tener una abril de 5 a 7 PM. Venga y vea lo que Kolbe Academy ofrece a boda memorable, pero lo más importante, un matrimonio bendecido sus estudiantes y a la comunidad. Tenga en cuenta que de- por toda su vida. Llame a un sacerdote o diácono para comenzar la bido a COVID-19, hay que usar máscaras. ¡El personal y instrucción de al menos seis meses de anticipación a la fecha de la los estudiantes esperan conocerlo! boda.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS Servicio de Denuncia de Abusos de Obispos Católicos “Si está enfermo, que llame a los presbíteros de la Iglesia, para que Si tiene una denuncia de abuso contra un obispo, comuníquese oren por él y lo unjan con óleo en el nombre del Señor. La oración con el Servicio de Denuncias de Abuso de Obispos Católicos que nace de la fe salvará al enfermo, el Señor lo aliviará, y si tuviera pecados, le serán “perdonados.” Santiago :1415. Llame al sacerdote en www.ReportBishopAbuse.org o llamando al para recibir fortaleza para lidiar su enfermedad. 1-800-276-1562.
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BULLETIN NUMBER: 756800
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS: St. Paul Church Rectory 920 S. Second Street Allentown, PA 18103
TELEPHONE: (610) 797-9733 Rectory Office
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