Holy Family Parish
National Catholic Church
412.678.0566 Office; Auditorium 412.664.7009
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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
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,
Deborah Parknavy, SOCL Coordinator 412.751.0106
David Kost, Lector Coordinator 724.744.4074
Parish Custodian 412.678.7347
OPENING HYMN “Who Can Measure Heaven and Earth?” Bulletin
INTRODUCTORY RITE Page 63
INTROIT Psalm 113:1-2
P: Praise, you servants of the Lord, praise the name of the Lord.
R: Blessed be the name of the Lord both now and forever.
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 Amos 8:4-7
Responsorial Psalm Psalm 113
L: Praise the Lord who lifts up the poor.
R: Praise the Lord who lifts up the poor.
Second Reading 1 Timothy 2:1-8
Alleluia Verse
P: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
R: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
P: Jesus Christ was rich but became poor, to make you rich out of His poverty.
R: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
Gospel Luke 16:1-13
HOMILY
NICENE CREED Page71
GENERAL INTERCESSION
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer
PRAYER OVER THE GIFTS
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Preface
SANCTUS Page76
CANON Eucharistic Prayer 5 Page 92
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 “Now Thank We All Our God” Bulletin
“Dispose of your treasure as the Most High
commands, for that will profit you more than the
gold.”
Sirach 29:11
Opening Hymn: “Who Can Measure Heaven and Earth?”
Who can measure heav’n and earth God was present at their birth
Who can number seeds or sand? Every grain is in his hands
Through creation’s countless days, Ev’ry dawn sings out his praise
Who can tell what wisdom brings First of all created things
One alone is truly wise, Hidden from our earthbound eyes
Knowledge lies in him alone-God the Lord upon his throne.
Wisdom in his plan he laid, Planted her in all he made
Granted her to humankind, Sowed her truth in ev’ry mind
But with richest wisdom bless, Those who love him first and best
Wisdom gives the surest wealth, Bring her children life and health
Teaches us to fear the Lord, Marks a universe restored
Heav’n earth she will outlast-Happy those who hold her fast!
Closing Hymn: Now Thank We All Our God
Now Thank we all our God with hearts and hands and voices
Who wondrous things has done in whom this world rejoices
Who from our mothers’ arms has blessed us on our way
With countless gifts of love and still is ours today.
O may this gracious God through all our life be near us
With ever joyful hearts and blessed peace to cheer us,
Preserve us in His grace and guide us in distress
And free us from all sin till heaven we possess.
All praise and thanks to God the Father now be given
The Son and Him who reigns with them in highest heaven;
The One eternal God whom earth and heaven adore
For thus it was, is now, and shall be evermore.
Theme: God and Money
The clever financiers of who we read in our newspapers are so worldly-wise that they can readily make millions of dollars for themselves by using other people’s money. Today, Jesus bids us to be heavenly-wise and make an eternal home for ourselves by using His superabundant love and grace.
We learn a lot from our readings if look closely to what is being read during today’s
As Christians, we have to ask ourselves if an economic system motivated largely by personal or national interest is in accord with the Gospel. The steward in today’s parable is a good instance of the unscrupulous businessman. It is his resourcefulness that Jesus commends, not his dishonest methods of ensuring his economic future. Single minded dedication to money making causes a person to neglect the quest for more genuine riches, such as the desire for truth, openness to God, the growth of one’s relations.
Jesus’ warning is not directed merely to a handful of millionaires but to all; the worship of money can be found universally in even those who are poor-both in name and by spirit. In fact this type of worship breaks the very first commandment given to us. May we not fall into that path as we walk in our pilgrimage towards salvation. Pray to our heavenly Father to guide us to the true treasure which awaits us in the future.
Sunday Ministry Schedules
This Week
Lectors Blue Team B. Zaucha
Greeter M. Sleczkowski A. Fioravanti
Ushers D. Newcamp &
Acolytes All Servers T. Zaucha
Next Week
Lectors Yellow Team B. Zaucha
Greeter M. Krusienski A. Fioravanti
Ushers R. Bongiorni &
Acolytes All Servers T. Zaucha
This Week
Holy Mass
+Dorothy Misiura Int Mr. & Mrs., Ted Gibala; +
(4th Anniversary) Int Mr. & Mrs. Allen Korenoski & Family.
Nursery School
Fellowship Coffee Hour
SOCL Classes
Holy Mass
Annunciation
Adult Bible & Apologetic Class
Chopin Choir Rehearsal
First Communion Class
Teen Confirmation Class
Oktoberfest Door opens at
Spojnia Sunday
Holy Mass
+Patricia Davis Int Mrs. Carol Davelli; +Sophie Szalankiewicz
Int Mr. Bruce Jasiewicz
Nursery School
Coffee Hour compliments of PNU Branch 132
SOCL Classes
YMSR Meeting
Holy Mass
Youth Club members are asked to meet briefly today after SOCL with
Last day to register for the Fall Golf Outing at
Price $80.00 due by Sept. 26th.
See Dick Contrella or Neil Rushnock today.
September is Spojnia Month
See what the Polish National Union can offer you and your family. Brochures can be found in the information rack located in the Church Vestibule or speak with Henrietta Kleckner, Branch 132 Secretary. Spojnia Sunday will be celebrated Sept 26 with PNU information and treats compliments of Spojnia. Check out the PNU Website for products and services, just type in Polish National Union of America in search.
PNU
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. Call 1.800.642.2469 for more details and reservations or check the next issue of Straz online printed on the PNU website.
Adult Bible Class & Apologetics
We have begun our class but it is not too late to join. Ever wonder why bad things happen to good people and good things happen to bad people? We are exploring these questions and will find amazing answers. Classes begin at
The
Parents are reminded that they should make every effort in having their children attend the scheduled SOCL every Sunday. Also, parents are reminded the youth confessions are held the first Saturday of the month or make arrangements prior to the first Sunday of the month 9:00 A.M. Mass. Do it for the kids.
Mazowsze in
There will be one performance of the internationally renowned dance group on Friday, November 26th at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall in
Youth Christmas Sarris Candy
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
Oktoberfest Next Saturday
September 25th, door opens at
Music by Ray Jay & The Carousels
With a special Lajkoniki Dance Performance
Chinese auction & Silent Auction
Dinner Buffet (
Dance (
Beer & Beverage included ; (BYOB)
$20 per person for Dinner & Dance ; $10 Dance only
$8 child under 12. For more information, check the bulletin board & posters or call Barbara Tadajski @ 412.953-7823 or any SAMB Member.
Upcoming dates to mark on calendars:
Blessing of Animals October 9th at
General Synod October 4th-8th Niagara Falls,
SAMBS Religious Forum October 17th
PNU District 5 Meeting, October 23rd
Three Parish Flea Markets
Parish Parking Lot
$10.00 a Table; see J. Gibala
Silent Auction
A silent auction for Polish Pottery is on display in the parish hall.
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 authenticity. Go downstairs to check it out.
Fill out the Bid Sheets. You can bid as many times as you like. The silent auction will be concluded on Sunday, October 26th after
Pierogi Sale
We will be having our first autumn Pierogi Sale on Friday, October 1st. We will need help with prepping on Wednesday evening; all day Thursday and Friday. Call Stephanie if you can help.
CPR Class
A CPR class will be offered on Monday, September 20th at the
Picnic Thank-You
Words of thanks to all who helped and participated in last week’s successful Black & Gold Beach Party Picnic. There was something for everyone making this picnic a real fun event, making new friends among our community neighboring parishes. Check out the pictures posted on the bulletin board in the hall.
MAPS Program
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