Saints Cyril & Methodius

Holy Family Parish

National Catholic Church

1921 Eden Park Boulevard

McKeesport. Pa. 15132

412.678.0566 Office; Auditorium 412.664.7009

www.hfpncc.org

29 Ordinary Times

October 17, 2010

Change of address or phone number, for parish registration, hospital visitations and sacramental needs, baptism and wedding arrangements, please contact the Parish Office by calling 412.276.5562 or 412.678.0566.Office Hours: Tuesdays & Fridays 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Evenings by appointment. Bulletin announcements should be received by Father by Wednesday for Sunday publication either by phone or E-mail at BSleczkowski@aol.com

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Parish Staff:

Fr. Bruce Sleczkowski, Pastor 412.276.5562

Ted Gibala, Committee Chairman 412.678.7347

Dr. Donald Mushalko, Chopin Choir Director 412.678.4437

Wendy Blotzer, Organist, Bell Choir 412.673.4495

Deborah Parknavy, SOCL Coordinator 412.751.0106

David Kost, Lector Coordinator 724.744.4074

Parish Custodian 412.678.7347

OPENING HYMN “Holy God We Praise Thy Name” Bulletin

INTRODUCTORY RITE Page 63

INTROIT Psalm 31:24; Sirach 51:11

P: Love the Lord, all you faithful. The Lord protects the loyal

R: I will ever praise Your name and be constant in my prayers to You.

Thereupon the Lord hears my voice, He listened to my appeal.

P: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit,

R: as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be world without end.

THE KYRIE Page 67

GLORIA Page 68

OPENING PRAYER

LITURGY OF THE WORD

First Reading Exodus 17:8-13

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 121

L: Our help is from the Lord who made heaven and earth.

R: Our help is from the Lord who made heaven and earth.

Second Reading 2 Timothy 3:14-4:2

Alleluia Verse

P: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.

R: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.

P: The word of God is living and active; it probes the thoughts and motives of

our hearts.

R: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.

Gospel Luke 18:1-8 HOMILY

NICENE CREED Page71

GENERAL INTERCESSION

R: Lord, Hear our Prayer

PRAYER OVER THE GIFTS

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Preface

SANCTUS Page76

CANON Eucharistic Prayer 2 Page 82

THE LORD’S PRAYER All Sing Page 95

LAMB OF GOD Page 97

COMMUNION Page 98

POST COMMUNION PRAYER

BLESSING/DISMISSAL Page 100

CLOSING HYMN “Onward Christian Soldiers Bulletin

“With all prayer and supplication, pray every

opportunity in the Spirit. To that end, be watchful

with all perseverance and supplication for all that

the holy ones ”

Ephesians 6:18

Opening Hymn: “Holy God We Praise Thy Name”

Holy God we praise thy name, Lord of all we bow before thee

All on earth thy scepter claim, all in heav’n above adore thee

(Infinite thy vast domain, ever lasting is thy reign)

Hark the loud celestial hymn Angel choirs above are raising

Cherubim and Seraphim, in unceasing chorus praising

(Fill the heav’n with sweet accord, holy holy, holy Lord).

Holy Father, Holy Son, Holy Spirit, Three we name Thee

While in essence only One, undivided God we claim thee.

(And adoring bend the knee, while we own the mystery).

Closing Hymn: “Onward Christian Soldiers”

Refrain: Onward Christian soldiers marching as to war

With the cross of Jesus going on before.

Onward Christian soldiers marching as to war

With the cross of Jesus going on before

Christ the royal Master, leads against the foe

Forward into battle, see His banners go: Refrain

Like a mighty army, moves the Church of God

Brothers we are treading where the saints have trod

We are not divided, all one body we

One in hope and doctrine, one in charity: Refrain

Theme: Always Ask God

When we struggle with conflicts on our lives, we may grow weary of pleading with God to help. But it is quite the opposite because that is when we need God’s help. The psalmist tells us that God is our guardian in all our struggles and our “shade” in the heat of battle.” Many times we tend to forget that God is always beside us night and day. Watching over our coming and going now and forever.

Paul told the early Christian Church to be faithful to what they learned and to believe. Paul reminded them that the sacred old testament scriptures were the source of God’s wisdom which would inspire them when they found themselves weak, or correct them when they strayed and train them to be fully competent in every good work. Whether convenient or inconvenient, they had the responsibility to share God’s word and most importantly, never give up.

Today we hear a great parable from Jesus. Jesus told this story on the necessity of never losing heart. In the parable of the widow who suffered injustice from her opponent, the judge was hardhearted, unconcerned with her rights or God’s justice. The woman persisted in her demands, yet he refused to listen. Eventually, the judge was worn down by the woman’s plea and settled the case in her favor. Jesus asks us, if this corrupt judge answered the cries of one who called out day and night, will not God hear and answer us? My dear friends, always be persistent with your prayers. The answer and aid will come. Believe!

Sunday Ministry Schedules

This Week 9:00 A.M. 11:00 A.M.

Lectors Red Team B. Zaucha

Greeter B. Kijowski A. Fioravanti

Ushers N. Rushnock & T. Tomco J. Wagner

Acolytes All Servers T. Zaucha

Next Week 9:00 A.M. 11:00 A.M.

Lectors Blue Team B. Zaucha

Greeter J. Gibala A. Fioravanti

Ushers T. Gibala & G. Jugan J. Wagner

Acolytes All Servers T. Zaucha

This Week

Sunday, October 17, 2010 29^th Ordinary Time

Holy Mass 9:00 A.M.

+Stella Bryla Int. Frances Szewczyk; +Deacon Raymond Lagesse

Int. Carol Davelli

Nursery School 9:00 A.M.

Coffee Hour 10:15 A.M.

SOCL Classes 10:15 A.M.

Holy Mass 11:00 A.M.

SAMBS Religious Forum 3:00 P.M.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Annunciation Bell Choir Rehearsal 7:00 P.M.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Bible & Apologetic Class 7:00 P.M.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Chopin Choir Rehearsal 7:00 P.M.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Parish Council Meeting 7:30 P.M.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

Confirmation Class 10:00 A.M.

PNU District 5 Meeting 1:00 P.M.

Washington, PA

Sunday, October 24, 2010 30^th Ordinary Time

Holy Mass 9:00 A.M.

+Charles Korch Int. wife Rose Marie Korch and Family; & +Cheryl Jugan Int. Parents Mr. & Mrs. George Jugan and Family

Nursery School 9:00 A.M.

Coffee Hour 10:15 A.M.

SOCL Classes 10:15 A.M.

Holy Mass 11:00 A.M.

Upcoming Pierogi Sale Dates: November 5th; December 3rd; December 17th. Help is always needed to fill pierogi orders. New helpers are always welcomed to make pierogies.

All Souls Remembrance Envelopes (Wypominki) are available in the vestibule book rack. Please return by October 31^st. Observance of All Saints and All Souls Day Masses will be celebrated November 1^st & 2^nd respectfully at 7:00 P.M.

PNU Caribbean Cruise

The PNU is inviting our parish members and friends to join them for a Caribbean Cruise aboard the Carnival Destiny on September 19th thru the 24th, 2011. The cost of the trip will be $424 per person based on double occupancy (not including airfare). Call 1.800.642.2469 for more details and reservations or check the next issue of Straz online printed on the PNU website.

Youth Christmas Sarris Candy Sale

Order forms for the annual Christmas Sarris Candle

sale are now available in the Church Vestibule.

Please read directions carefully in filling out the

orders and return to Fr. Bruce or place in collection basket during Mass. Please order by Nov. 14^th. Make check out to Holy Family.

Silent Auction

The silent auction for Polish Pottery is on display in the parish hall. The auction will be held October 31^st after the 9:00 Mass . This art collection was recently donated to our parish by Mr. & Mrs. Louis Mahalik. Each piece is signed by the artist along with a registered number for authenticity which make them valuable. Go downstairs to check it out. Fill in the Bid Sheets. You can bid as many times as you like.

Discount Prescription Cards

In the vestibule book rack, you can find discount prescription cards (Allegheny County residents only.) These cards offer an average of 22% discounts off the retail price of prescriptions accepted at more than 300 pharmacies in the area. They can be used by all ages, income and existing health coverage. Take one home today and save on prescription medicine.

Be a Missionary, Bring a friend to worship.

They will thank you for the invitation.

Youth Halloween Party

Saturday, October 30^th the Youth Groups of

the Hungarian Reform Church, St John the Baptist,

& Holy Family will have a joint Halloween Party from 1:00-4:00 PM at the Hungarian Reform Church Hall. Friends are invited. Contact our youth advisors if you plan to attend. All ages are invited.

National Church Center Appeal

Have you made a donation to our National Church Center? We are almost 2/3rds of the way with pledges and donations. Your generous gift could help our National Church achieve its goal. Please send your gift today.

SOCL Living the Liturgy

Thanksgiving Project

Each week, students of the SOCL are asked to

bring one of the following items: cereal, peanut

butter, jelly, ketchup or mayonnaise to class.

Prior to thanksgiving, these items will be given

to the Intersection in McKeesport. The Intersection

provides a free meal each day to the poor and homeless.

We may not have the homeless sitting on our doorsteps, but in our local community, there are many who need our help. If parishioners would like to help our students, please bring these items to Church with you to Mass and place in the designated SOCL Food Box in the hall.

Polishfest 2010

Celebrating its 25^th year, the annual PolishFest will be held, Sunday, November 14^th from 12 Noon to 5 PM at the University of Pittsburgh Cathedral of Learning. This year’s theme is “Celebrate an Old World Christmas-Polish Style” folk dancing with our Lajkoniki Dancers, Polka bands , cultural displays, Wigilia cooking and craft demonstrations, Koledy, children’s’ craft area and a visit from St, Nicholas. Admission is free.

23^rd General Synod meeting will be called as soon as the Church’s Press and Publications Committee send the Synod synopsis and information to the parish. Plan to attend this open forum.

TWENTY-NINTH

SUNDAY

ORDINARY TIME

Exodus 17:8-13

Psalm 121

2 Timothy 3:14- 4:2

Luke 18:1-8

KEY VERSE: "Will not God

then secure the rights of his

chosen ones who call out to

him day and night?" (v 7).

READING: Jesus knew that his disciples might lose heart after he ascended to his Father, and he encouraged them to persist in prayer. He told them a parable about a widow who pleaded with a judge for her rights. In contrast to the powerful figure of the judge, the widow represented the poor and defenseless. The Law of Moses was meant to protect helpless members of society such as widows, and orphans. (Deut 10:18; 14:29; 16:11). This judge might have been a paid magistrate appointed either by Herod or by the Romans, for he disregarded both God's law and human needs. Without support of a husband and lacking resources of any kind, she had no hope of expecting justice. Nevertheless, the woman persisted in her demands, and the judge finally relented. Jesus did not compare God to an unjust judge. He said, if such a person could be persuaded into giving a widow justice, how much more would God answer those who cried for mercy (Ex 22:20-22). Christians must work for God's justice in the world of today.

REFLECTING: Who are the people in my community whose rights are not heard?

PRAYING: Lord God, help me to be just in all my dealings.