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Pastoral Staff Rev. Brian J. Wayne, Pastor Rev. Bernardo Pistone, In Residence, Retired Tina Skubon, Parish Manager Don Peris Jr., Director of Liturgy Stephanie Sands, Director of Music Joe Clupp, Director of Family Life Bob Cybulski, Youth Ministry Coordinator Nikki Hollister, Religious Education Coordinator Amy Patton, Facilities Coordinator Betty Anne O’Brien, Administrative Assistant Janice Frank, Receptionist Keri Kiefer, Religious Education Secretary Mike Bitts, Head Organist Clem Filippelli, Maintenance Chris Addis, Parish Pastoral Council Co-Chair Bernadette Weaver, Parish Pastoral Council Co-Chair
Email Addresses for Staff www.stmaryslancaster.org/contacts
Websites www.stmaryslancaster.org www.hbgdiocese.org
Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Mass Schedule Monday through Friday 12:05 pm Saturday Vigil 4:30 pm Sunday 8:30 and 11:00 am Confessions—Fridays following the 12:05 pm Mass and Saturdays following the 4:30 pm Mass
Mass Broadcast Sunday evening 5:00-6:00 pm on LCTV Channel 66
Religious Education Office 717.392.2578 — Classes held on Sunday after the 8:30 am Mass.
Resurrection Catholic School 717.392.3083
Lancaster Catholic High School 717.509.0315
Prayer Line 717.459.3360
Parish Advocate for People with Disabilities Yvonne Devosa, 717.560.0674
Library Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm daily and between Masses on Sunday.
Marriage Preparation A minimum of nine months is required for marriage preparation. Go to www.stmaryslancaster.org/weddings or call the parish office.
Baptism Second and fourth Sundays; parish membership and baptism class mandatory. Contact the parish office.
Parish Mission We, the family of St. Mary’s, are a community
nourished and sustained by the Body and Blood of Christ and impelled by the Word of God
to go forth and evangelize.
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 9, 2020
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY 119 South Prince Street
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17603 717.392.2578
Bishop of Diocese of Harrisburg
Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer
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Saturday, February 8: 4:30 pm Raymond Ramos (Robert & Yvonne Devosa) Sunday, February 9 (Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time): 8:30 am Parishioners and Friends 11:00 am Lois Bauer Smith (John & Eileen Schubert) Monday, February 10: 12:05 pm Ella Lochonic (Brenda Fijalkowski) Tuesday, February 11: 10:00 am Rose City Rehab: Lyle Garvey (Sharon & Brian Eltz) 12:05 pm Stella Cardin (Jim Loehwing) Wednesday, February 12: 12:05 pm Regina Reiley - First anniversary of her death (Bereavement) Thursday, February 13: 12:05 pm James Morgan - First anniversary of his death (Bereavement) Friday, February 14: 12:05 pm Linda Weber - Living (Janice Frank) Saturday, February 15: 4:30 pm Mae Heide (Janice Frank) Sunday, February 16 (Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time): 8:30 am Parishioners and Friends 11:00 am Marianne Lynch - First anniversary of her death (Bereavement)
AH (Assumption Hall) • CAF (cafeteria) • CH (Church) • CC (convent chapel) CGS (Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Room) • DR (rectory dining room) G (gym) • JP (JPII Room) • KIT (Kitchen) • K (Kolbe Room) • L (library)
N (nursery) • RP (rectory parlor) • SAC (sacristy) • S (school) SY (school yard) • YM (youth ministry rooms) • LS (Lancaster Square)
February— 9-16 Women’s Winter Shelter (CAF) - 7:00 pm-8:00 am 9 Hospitality (AH) - following both Masses 9 PREP (S) - 9:40 am 9 Adult Education - Romans (K) - 9:45 am 9 Baptisms (CH) - 12:15 pm 10 Light Weigh (K) - 6:30 pm 11 Consoling the Heart of Jesus (K) - 7:00 pm 12 Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting (JP) - 10:00 am 12 Confessions/Adoration (CC) - 5:30 pm 12 RCIA (L) - 7:00 pm 12 Choir Rehearsal (128) - 7:00 pm 12 Tithe the Tithe Meeting (DR) - 7:00 pm 13 Men’s Gospel Reflection Group (JP) - 6:00 am 13 Women’s Bible Study - Conversion (AH) - 9:30 am 14 Confessions/Adoration (CH) - following 12:05 pm Mass 14 Community Meal (CAF) - 5:30 pm 15 That Man Is You (AH/KIT) - 6:30 am 15 St. Paul Street Evangelization (LS) - 10:00 am 15 First Reconciliation (CH) - 10:00 am 15 Confessions (CH) - following 4:30 pm Mass 16 Choir Rehearsal (CH) - 10:00 am
Confessions & Adoration.
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 pm, in the convent chapel.
Fridays, following the 12:05 pm Mass in the church until 1:30 pm.
Saturdays, following the 4:30 pm Mass in the church(confessions only).
From the Archives
From The Inquirer, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Saturday, April 9, 1910:
“There was a great surprise in Catholic circles when the inventory on the estate of Rev. Dr. P. J. McCullough, for 35 years rector of St. Mary’s Church, this city, was filed. It was supposed he left only a few thousand dollars, but the inventory showed an estate of $184,600 in gilt-edge securities. Under his will $1000 is for masses for himself, $1000 for masses for all members of St. Mary’s Church who died within 50 years, and $1000 to the poor of St. Mary’s. The balance of the estate is to be divided equally between the Little Sisters of the Poor of Philadelphia and his relatives. The Philadelphia charity will get about $85,000.”
Big News from the
Padre Pio Prayer Group! Moving forward, the Padre Pio Prayer Group will meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm at San Juan Bautista, 425 South Duke Street, Lancaster. Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 25. Please join us!
Also, please visit our website at https://pmm999.wixsite.com/padrepiolancaster.
For more information, contact Patrick McSherry at [email protected].
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Tithing weekend of February 2: $14,876.40
Online giving: January 27- February 2: $4,215.00
Stewardship Tithing: God’s Plan for Giving
From the Rectory Office
From Fr. Brian. Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven (Matthew 5:16).
The generosity of being a good steward of your gifts has a positive effect on people, and it is contagious! Good works encourage more good works. Let your light shine!
Note from organization who received money from St. Mary’s Tithe the Tithe.
We want to express our gratefulness to you for your contributions during this past year. We, as a non-profit and listener-supported radio station, truly appreciated your kindness. We are happy that you have chosen us as one of your charities and hope that your support will be forthcoming in the new year. —Holy Family Radio
To read the complete letters from individuals and
organizations who have been helped by
Tithe the Tithe, please see the bulletin board in the
church vestibule.
Opportunities for non-St. Mary’s portion of tithe.
February 9—Black and Indian/Poor Missions
Upcoming Bulletin Deadline. For the February 16 bulletin: submissions are due Monday, February 10, by 9:00 am. Send
information to [email protected].
Our Advertiser of the Week.
—Charles F. Snyder Funeral Homes and Crematory—
Please support our advertisers!
They make our bulletin possible!
Women’s Winter Shelter. We are blessed to host the emergency shelter for women once again. We provide the physical space 7:00 pm to 8:00 am (until April 3), and Lancaster County Food Hub provides the oversight. Let’s exude our well-known St. Mary’s hospitality to our guests and make them feel welcome in the evenings!
Enjoy refreshments while getting to know your fellow parishioners! Join us in Assumption Hall after both Masses on Sunday, February 9.
There will be no Hospitality in Assumption Hall on Sunday, February 16, due to it being Presidents’ Day weekend.
Hospitality Ministry Contact Bernadette Weaver
717.826.7967 or [email protected]
Young Adult Ministry
Lancaster Theology on Tap. Theology on Tap will meet on Tuesday, February 11, at 7:00 pm at the Holiday Inn (Imperial Restaurant - Chestnut Room), 26 E. Chestnut St., Lancaster. Mrs. Eva Gontis will be the speaker. She is a mother of 8 and also active in many Catholic ministries. Her topic is "Mary's Toolbox of Prayer." All young adults are welcome. For more information, check out Facebook: Theology on Tap - Lancaster.
Encounter. Encounter the Real Presence! Attend a Lenten retreat for college-aged young adults in the Diocese of Harrisburg on Saturday, February 29, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 112 Fairview Dr., Selinsgrove, PA. There will be speakers, adoration, praise and worship, confession and Mass. Cost is $15 per person which includes breakfast and lunch. Register by February 20 at hbgdiocese.org/encounter. For more information, contact the Office for Youth and Young Adult Ministry, [email protected] or 717.657.4804 x327.
Sanctuary Candle.
The sanctuary candle burns this week in memory of Linda Losito from Agnes Elias.
You may request that the sanctuary candle burn in memory of a loved one, to honor a special occasion, or for a special intention. The candle will burn for one week. The customary donation is $10/per intention. Call the rectory office to schedule.
Altar Flower Dedication.
The flowers at the tabernacle this weekend were placed there by an anonymous donor.
You may request flowers to be placed at the altar for the weekend of your choice (except for Advent, Lent, Easter, Christmas, and the weeks directly after Easter and Christmas). If you have questions or would like to check a date's availability, please call Nina Eshleman at 717.393.0985.
The just man is a light in darkness to the upright.
I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows Me will have the light of life.
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Liturgy Contact Don Peris 717.333.1947 or
Scripture Readings.
February 16 — Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sirach 15:15-20
Psalm 119:1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34
1 Corinthians 2:6-10
Matthew 5:17-37
Holy Family Chapel. Our newly-restored Holy Family Chapel in the convent building was blessed by Bishop Gainer on January 29.
This chapel is being used for adoration on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-6:30 pm. Stop in and spend some time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and see the beautiful restoration of this sacred space.
Our thanks to the Johnson & Griffiths conservators for their work in bringing the chapel back to its original beauty.
Share the Love of Jesus! St. Paul Street Evangelization seeks to bring the love of Jesus to the streets of Lancaster! All are welcome to join us in visibly witnessing Christian love through conversation, prayer, and fellowship on the third Saturday of every month in Penn Square. Our next day of street evangelization is Saturday, February 15, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Experienced evangelists and first-timers are encouraged to join in bringing Jesus to those who do not yet know Him! Contact James Hamilton for more information.
St. Paul Street Evangelization Contact James Hamilton
609.947.9073 or [email protected]
A big thank you to all those who helped bake cookies, assemble sandwiches, move tables, set up mics, decorate the church and Assumption Hall, sing, and welcome visitors to our wonderful Twelfth Night Festival on January 5. Your time and talent is deeply appreciated!
Also, thanks to your generosity, $1,237.36 was raised for The Catholic Worker House of Lancaster.
—Stephanie Sands, Music Director
Knights of Columbus #867 Contact Ed Krause
717.490.9066 or visit http://867kofc.org
Monthly Sunday Breakfast on February 16.
3rd Degree Ceremony scheduled for February 23. Candidates to arrive at 1:00 pm.
Friday Night Dinner Specials: February 14—Honey-roasted chicken, $10.95; February 21—Pot roast, $10.95; February 28—Steamed shrimp special, $11.95. All specials include soup and salad bar, coffee and dessert. Note: Alcohol can only be served if visitor is accompanied by a member.
Bingo every Monday and Thursday evening at 6:30 pm. Multiple jackpots!
Banquet Room Rental: Our newly renovated banquet room has one of the lowest rental rates in the area. Please also consider us for your class reunion.
Interested in becoming a new member? Call Jim Schoeplein at 717.475.0390.
Pro-Life Contact Anne Marie DiCarlo
717.666.5950 or [email protected]
When the Holy Rosary is said well, it gives Jesus and Mary more glory and is more
meritorious than any other prayer.
—St. Louis de Montfort
Let your light shine and give God praise! Hiding your light doesn’t serve anyone. Where will you choose to “glow?” (Matthew 5:13-16). If God may be calling you to the priesthood or consecrated life, talk to Fr. Brian in the rectory, or contact Fr. Jonathan Sawicki at 717.657.4804 or [email protected], or visit www.hbgdiocese.org.
Traveling
Vocations Chalice
Join St. Mary’s in its campaign to pray for vocations.
Go to: https://www.signup genius.com/go/ 4090B4EABAF2CABF85-traveling (Access Code: Vocations)
For more information, email Dr. Ruth Davis at [email protected].
All are invited!
Vocations Contact Fr. Jonathan Sawicki
717.657.4804 x 282 or [email protected]
Pray the Rosary for
vocations!
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Resurrection Catholic School: Our Parish School PREP Contact Nikki Hollister
717.575.1008 or [email protected]
Sunday, February 9: Class Thursday, February 13: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
class, 9:30 am Saturday, February 15: First Reconciliation, 10:00 am, in
church Sunday, February 16: No Class—Presidents’ Day
weekend
Adult Education Contact Joe Clupp
717.332.7728 or [email protected]
RCIA meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Marian Library. Our next meeting is Wednesday,
February 12. Contact Brian Eltz at 215.805.5335 or [email protected].
Retreat.
Consoling the Heart of Jesus Meets Tuesday evenings, February 11 through April 14, from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Kolbe Room.
Contact: Dawn Stratchko, 717.468.0395 or dawns [email protected].
Women’s Bible Study.
Conversion: Following the Call of Christ. Meets Thursday mornings at 9:30 am in Assumption Hall, except on the third Thursday of each month (when the Mothers Group meets) or when L-S schools are delayed or cancelled. The next meeting is Thursday, February 13. Coffee will be provided, and children are welcome.
Contact: Robyn Visniski, 717.464.6953 or [email protected].
Sunday Morning Adult Education.
Romans: The Gospel of Salvation. Meets Sunday mornings at 9:45 am (after the 8:30 am Mass) in the Kolbe Room. The next meeting is Sunday, February 23. (We will not meet on Sunday, February 16, due to it being Presidents’ Day weekend.)
Contact: Robert Visniski, 717.464.6953 or visrob@ hotmail.com.
Women’s Bible Study.
Walking with Purpose. Meets for six weeks on Tuesdays beginning Tuesday, March 3, 6:30-8:00 pm, in the John Paul II Room.
Bring a friend! The cost for the workbook is $20. Contact: Elaine Rebman, 717.405.8958 or [email protected].
Resurrection would like to thank One 2 One Technology and Knights of Columbus Council #867 for their donation during the NCEA/FACT Management “Many Gifts, One Nation: A Day of Giving to Catholic Schools.” Their donations will go towards financial assistance for our students.
Enrollment is open for Pre-K through grade 8 for the 2020-2021 school year. Contact the office with any questions, 717.392.3083.
Winner’s Choice Designer Bag Bingo will be held on April 26, at 2:00 pm in the Resurrection cafeteria. Tickets are on sale now featuring 20 games, 3 specials, door prizes, raffles, 50/50 and great food. Official start is 2:00 pm with an early bird game at 1:45 pm. Contact [email protected], 717.341.3387 or search for the event on Eventbrite.com for tickets ($20 in advance, $25 at the door). The cafeteria is always full, so get you’ll want to get tickets now!
Save the Date: The fifth Annual Rock the Church will be held on Friday, April 24, at 7:00 pm at St. Anthony’s Church.
All our invited to school Mass this Thursday, February 13, 9:30 am, at St. Anthony of Padua Church. It will be led by fourth grade.
There will be no school on Friday, February 14, and Monday, February 17.
We invite your family to become part of the Resurrection family! Family of Faith – Kindness Changes Everything!
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Family Life Contact Joe Clupp
717.332.7728 or [email protected]
Souled Out Catholic Youth Ministry Contact Bob Cybulski
717.385.9268 or [email protected]
From Behind the Pew Contact Stephen Gambone
717.538.1877 or [email protected]
Evangelization Ministry Spotlight: “EWTN Media Missionary.” Description: Since its founding by Mother Angelica in 1981, EWTN’s mission has been to spread the Eternal Word and to teach others that Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life through quality Catholic programming. Media Missionary volunteers respond to our calling from Christ to “make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19) by use of television, radio and print.
How to Participate: As a Media Missionary your task is to raise awareness of EWTN in your parish and community. There are many ways that you can volunteer. Help is especially needed in maintaining the list of volunteers across the diocese and making sure that every parish has an EWTN Media Missionary. If you can write a letter, talk on the phone, or distribute brochures and programming guides, you can help EWTN!
Please Note: Even if ministries are not currently asking for volunteers or participants, please ask to volunteer or participate. In most cases there is still a need, and, in all cases, we want everyone to experience the joy that comes from volunteering and participating.
VOLUNTEERS are CURRENTLY NEEDED for the following:
Community Meals Ministry – (6) Friday evenings a year (urgent need!)
• Hospitality Ministry - Flexible schedule
• Altar Cleaners – Once a month (approx. 30 minute commitment)
• Ave Maria Mass Choir — Four (4) weekends a year
If you have a desire to get involved in St. Mary’s Parish, contact Stephen Gambone. (Call/text and leave a message.) If you are a ministry leader looking for volunteers, contact him too. He will act as a liaison between all the ministries and the people behind the pew…YOU!!
Hulkin’ It. Our young Church continues to impress! Last week, we were “Hulkin’ It” and smashed bullying!!! We will probably repeat on a Sunday afternoon, so we will give you an update on this amazing night after the rerun, but we have bullying on the run! More to come…
Shadow Stations of the Cross – Please Join Us! Once again this year, the combined youth groups from St. Mary’s and St. John Neumann will be performing the Shadow Stations of the Cross. If you would like to participate in Shadow Stations as an actor/actress, reader, back stage or help with music, please contact Bob. The dates of the presentations are: Friday, March 13, 7:00 pm – St. Mary’s
Church Friday, April 10, 7:00 pm – St. John
Neumann Church
Works of Mercy (WOM) Week: July 26-31. Really Bob? We are going to start planning something for July in February? Believe or not, we need to start even earlier than last year. Why? We had almost 60 young people sign up for WOM Week last year and we may get more this year. But why plan earlier? Well, for 60 young people to do around 80 service trips throughout Lancaster County, we need YOU! We need around 40 chaperones to make this happen. To be a chaperone, you need youth protection clearances and they take a while to complete. Please watch the bulletin, Facebook and email for WOM adult information and recruiting sessions. You can also contact Bob via phone or email if you are interested in helping with WOM Week.
Upcoming Schedule. Friday, February 14, 5:30-6:30 pm—
Shadow Stations of the Cross Practice - St. Mary’s
Saturday, February 15, 5:30-7:30 pm—Ninja Night
Friday, February 21, 5:30-7:30 pm—TBD
Parish Campout. It is not too early to reserve your spot for the 2020 Parish Campout at Codorus State Park. The dates are July 23-26. This year we will be camping with St. Margaret Mary Parish. We have 20 sites reserved, including two cabins, and payment isn’t due until May. Campfires, daily Mass, kayaking, swimming, hiking, biking, or just relaxing with a book. Contact Tina Skubon for a map to choose your spot—[email protected] or 717.392.2578.
SAVE-THE-DATE! Diocesan Men’s Conference. Men! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 28, for the Diocese of Harrisburg Men’s Conference at Bishop McDevitt High School, 1 Crusader Way, Harrisburg, PA. The theme is Catholic Men: Defenders of the Faith. The keynote speaker will be Dr. William Donohue, President of the Catholic League and noted author, speaker, and television personality. There are also 40+ workshops, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction, Confessions, rousing music, good food, numerous Catholic vendors, Mass with Bishop Gainer as principal celebrant and homilist, and fellowship with up to 1,000 men from around the diocese and beyond. Registration will be available in the coming days at www.hbgdiocese.org/men.
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In & Around the Diocese
Family Workshop. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Mechanicsburg is hosting a family workshop for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and children of all ages on February 15, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. This event includes workshop for parents, activities for children, and options for high schoolers. Everything is included in a $30 registration fee ($15 for individuals). Visit www.steas.net/family to register.
Healing at Lourdes. Megan Bean traveled to Lourdes, France on pilgrimage with The Order of Malta in 2013. She was healed in the baths of the grotto where the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette in 1858. Her healing is currently under official review for determination as a miracle. All are invited to a blessed afternoon of Marian prayers and to hear her beautiful story on Sunday, February 16, at 3:00 pm at St. Anne’s Church, Lancaster.
Charismatic Workshop. The Diocesan Charismatic Renewal will sponsor a winter workshop on Saturday, February 22, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The topics will be, “Called to be Missionaries of Renewal” and “Comfort Zone.” More information at aliveinthespirit.net or by contacting Joyce at 717.308.7245 or [email protected].
Forty Hours. St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Church, 2800 Paxton Church Rd., Harrisburg will hold their solemn Eucharistic Devotion Sunday, February 23, at 1:00 pm through Tuesday, February 25, at 8:00 pm. Evening prayer and homily will be at 7:00 pm each of these evenings. Guest homilist will be Fr. John Szada, Exorcist for the Diocese of Harrisburg.
Lenten Day of Reflection. The Harrisburg Diocesan Guild of the Catholic Medical Association and the St. Thomas More Society of Central PA invite all Catholic physicians, lawyers, judges, healthcare workers, mental health professionals, medical students and law students to a day of reflection on Saturday, March 7, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Diocesan Center, 4800 Union Deposit Rd., Harrisburg. The morning includes penance service with confession, fellowship, reflection and Holy Mass.
Sacred Heart Preschool is now accepting registrations for three, four, and five-year-old classes for the 2020-2021 school year. Located on Nevin Street in Lancaster, the preschool emphasizes a ‘hands-on’ approach in all areas of the curriculum, providing ‘learning through play’ experiences in a caring and creative environment. Teachers are certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and employ the latest strategies in early childhood education. Students must be three by October 1, 2020 to be eligible to register and attend. For more information or to schedule a school tour, call Director Linda Simpson at 717.606.2670.