Bulletin - May 16, 2021
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Updates in the Parishes - Getting Back to Normal
UPDATES IN THE PARISHES—Getting Back to Normal
Governor Wolf has directed that on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31st, all restrictions (except for wearing masks) will be lifted. The current order requiring Pennsylvanians to wear masks will be lifted when 70% of Pennsylvanians age 18 and older are fully vaccinated.
The Governor’s action sets in place significant changes in how we gather. With the lifting of restrictions, our parishes will immediately work toward that goal. Parish groups and Church related organizations may begin to schedule use of parish property for meetings and gatherings. Non-parish groups will not be permitted to use parish facilities until we determine the extent of parish needs.
Unless the Diocesan Bishop issues other directives, our worship will follow the Governor’s directives.Thus, on Memorial Day weekend, you will experience some differences in weekend Masses.
- All seats in our churches will be available for use.
- Holy Communion will be distributed during the Mass and not afterwards as we have been doing.
- Simple worship aides will be available as will church bulletins.
- Eucharistic ministers will be needed to assist in the distribution of Holy Communion.
Is it safe to come to church? Some factors to consider:
- No one can make any place 100% safe.Be assured that our churches are regularly cleaned and sanitized.
- All those attending Mass are to be wearing face coverings.
- People are all facing the same direction so face to face contact is minimal during Mass.
- Percentages of those vaccinated are rising every day.
What does not change is our commitment to hospitality and care for one another. People will be joining us who may be new to our parishes, we need to make them feel welcome. We also need to continue our efforts to safeguard each other’s welfare. This certainly includes the wearing of masks until this is not needed. It also includes not attending worship or gatherings when we are sick. Finally, we need to prayerfully consider how vaccination against the coronavirus impacts our own welfare and that of others, as well as speeding our common “return to normal.”
We invite you to join us at Mass. Please follow the guidelines for attending Mass:
- Attendance is limited based on social distancing and seating.
- All in attendance must wear a mask while in the building (2 years old and over).
- Maintain the social distance.
- Do not crowd the restrooms.
- Do not gather in groups after Mass.
- Communion will be distributed at the end of Mass.
- Do not attend Mass if you are sick.
- The Bishop has continued until further notice his dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sunday and holydays.
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MASS SCHEDULE
HOLY SEPULCHER
Mass Schedule
Monday: 7:30 am
Tuesday: 7:30 am
Wednesday: 7:00 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am
Friday: 9:00 am
Saturday: 4:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:30 am
Confessions Schedule:
Saturday: 3:00-3:30 pm
Saturday: 3:00-3:30 pm
Wednesday: 6:00-6:30 pm
SAINT KILIAN
Mass Schedule
Monday: 9:00 am
Tuesday: 7:00 am
Wednesday: 7:00 am
Thursday: 7:00 am
Friday: 7:00 am
Saturday: 4:00 pm & 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am; 10:00 am; 12:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Confession Schedule:
Saturday: 3:00-3:30 pm
Mass Attendance - Saint Kilian
Saturday, May 8
4:00 pm - 232
5:30 pm - 208
Sunday, May 9
8:00 am - 203
10:00 am - 350
12:00 pm - 335
5:00 pm -190
Total - 1,517
Mass Attendance - Holy Sepulcher
Saturday, May 8
4:00 pm - 152
Sunday, May 9
8:00 am - 198
10:30 am - 199
Total - 549
Total at both churches - 2,066
ONLINE MASS for
Seventh Sunday of Easter - May 16th
Join us online for Mass for the Seventh Sunday of Easter This Mass will be online Saturday, May 16th at 4:00 pm. Watch here on our YouTube Channel.
The readings for Sunday's Mass can be found Here on the USCCB website.
MASS INTENTIONS
Week of May 17 - May 23
Mass Intentions: The Mass Intentions below will be remembered in a special way this week (May 17 - May 23).
Holy Sepulcher Parish
Monday, May 17, 2021
7:30 am - Joseph Ferderbar (Mary Freimuth)
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
7:30 am - Joyce Bastin (George Bastin)
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
7:00pm - Eleanor Jones (Nancy Slabodnic)
Thursday, May 20, 2021
7:30 am - Joe Bauer (Mary Freimuth)
Friday, May 21, 2021
9:00 am - Shirley Kirkwood (Mary Sibenac)
Saturday, May 22, 2021
4:00 pm - Les Johnson (Johnson Family)
Sunday, May 23, 2021 - Pentecost Sunday
8:00 am - James Alfer (Schratz Family)
10:30 am - Emmett Gallagher (Carol Thompson)
Saint Kilian Parish
Monday, May 17, 2021
9:00 am - Richard and Joanne Burke (Family)
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
7:00 am - John and Vi Smrek (Marty Smrek)
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
7:00 am - Tom Hodder (Family)
Thursday, May 20, 2021
7:00 am - Samantha Condrick (Dora Condrick)
Friday, May 21, 2021
7:00 am - Souls in Purgatory–Ayissi Family (Sylvestre Ayissi)
Saturday, May 22, 2021
4:00 pm - Ray McKinney (Dolores Voll)
5:30 pm - Living and Deceased Members of Holy Sepulcher & Saint Kilian Parishes
Sunday, May 23, 2021 –Pentecost Sunday
8:00 am - Darryl Pastirak (Bob and Fran Friday)
10:00 am - Anne Kennedy (Balogi Family)
12:00 pm- Mary Szymik (Husband, Randy)
5:00 pm- Sam and Frannie Wessel (Daughters)
WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS
We welcome the following new members to our parishes
- Chandler Johnson and Marissa McGovern
- Natalie Lanzino
- Samuel and Lorraine Lanzino
BAPTISMS
We welcome into our parish family these children who were recently baptized:
- Emma Josephine, daughter of Thomas and Malorie Histed
OUR SYMPATHY
Our sympathy is extended to these parishioners of Saint Kilian & Holy Sepulcher Parishes
- Scott Stickney and family at the death of his mother, Kathy Paduano
- Donna Beitler and family at the death of her mother, Theresa Sirera
THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
Thursday, May 13th is the Ascension of the Lord. Please note, Bishop Zubik has continued until further notice, his dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on holydays. Masses for this feast will be celebrated at our parishes as follows:
HOLY SEPULCHER
Wednesday, May 12 - 7:00pm
Thursday, May 13 - 9:00am
Thursday, May 13 - 4:00pm
SAINT KIILIAN
Wednesday, May 12 - 4:00pm
Thursday, May 13 - 9:00am
Thursday, May 13 - 7:00pm
Director of Middle School and High School Ministry
We are pleased to announce that Andrea Wheeler will be joining our parishes as the new Director of Middle School and High School Ministry. Andrea is excited to be a part of our Evangelization Team and starts on June 1st. Andrea may be a familiar face to many of you, as she has served for many years at Saint Ferdinand Parish. Please keep her in your prayers as she begins her ministry. Welcome Andrea!
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT: Losing a loved one is very often a devastating and life changing event. If you have experienced the death of a loved one, Saint Kilian and Holy Sepulcher Parishes invite you to be part of a nine week program that offers support, conversation, and comfort. The group will meet weekly from May 25th through July 20th on Tuesday evening from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm in the lower level of Saint Kilian Church. You do not need to be present at every session but may attend as your schedule permits. Our first session, Is This Normal? introduces the GriefShare program and explores why the grief experience may be harder than expected. We will follow current diocesan and local precautions due to Covid-19 that may be in place at the time of our meetings. Contact Deacon Ralph Bachner at 724-586-7610 x310 or rbachner@saintkilian.org to register or for more information.
THURSDAY MORNING MEN'S PROGRAM
Walking With Purpose - New Women’s Program
Do you have a heart for other women in our parish?
Our parish is discerning bringing Walking with Purpose, a women’s Catholic Bible study program, to Saint Kilian and Holy Sepulcher Parishes. Walking with Purpose aims to bring women to a deeper personal relationship with Christ through personal study and small group discussions.
Do you think you have too many limitations to serve in this way? Great! Few things stretch and grow our faith like stepping out and asking God to work through us. Say yes, and get ready to watch what He can do through imperfect women who depend on Him.
Visit Walking with Purpose online at www.walkingwithpurpose.com for more information about this ministry and attend an introductory meeting on Thursday, June 3rd at 6:30 pm in Saint Kilian Church Hall. Contact Deacon Ralph at rbachner@saintkilian.org or 724-586-7610 for more information or to register for this meeting.
“See to it That No one Misses the Grace of God” (Hebrews 12:15)
Holy Sepulcher Faith Formation is in need of Catechists for the 2021-2022 year!
Holy Sepulcher Faith Formation CATECHISTS NEEDED ...You? YES!
Faith Formation K-6 and CGS (Atrium)
Use your time and talents and help our students grow in their Catholic faith as a catechist, co-catechist, aide or substitute. Classes are held Sunday mornings 9:00-10:15 am onsite, September-April. For more information, email Jo Scheller at jscheller@holysepulcher.org or call 724-586-7610 x305.
Congrats to our children who received 1st Holy Communion!
May God bless you now and always.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
TRAINING BEGINS May 4th for Level 1 Certification (for working with children ages 3-6)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
email Jo Scheller at jscheller@holysepulcher.org
*scholarships available!
St. Jude Parish at St. Raphael site-
Tuesdays starting May 4
St. Aidan Parish at St. Alexis site -
1 weekend/month starting May 28/29th
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE
SAINT KILIAN FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM
Are you interested in assisting with Saint Kilian's K-6 Faith Formation programming? There is always a need for new catechists and aides each year, both adults AND teens! Parents should make note that our on-site classes can only be offered if there are volunteers to teach and assist so the call is urgent! Volunteers are needed for both the on-site programming and online classes! Have a flair for video production or finding cool resources online? We can use you too! If you are interested in exploring being a part of this urgent and vital ministry for the 2021-2022 school year, either in person or virtually, please fill out our volunteer form and list your areas of interest!
Thank you to all who continue to support the Kilian Cupboard. The food bank supplies bags of food on a weekly basis to those in need. Currently, the Kilian Cupboard is in need of your help with food and pantry donations. Donations can be put in the cart inside Saint Kilian Church. At Holy Sepulcher, donations can be put into the bin located in the coat room. All non-perishable items are appreciated. At this time, there is a special need for the following items:
- Hamburger Helper
- Small Boxes of Instant Rice
- Fruit & Grain Cereal Bars
- Small Boxes of Potatoes (all varieties)
- Small Jars of Jelly
- Canned Fruit (all kinds)
- Canned Tomatoes
- Salad Dressing
- Pop Tarts
- Rice-a-Roni
“Jesus wants us all to come to Him in the Blessed Sacrament. He is there in person, just waiting for you. Nowhere on Earth are you more welcome, nowhere on Earth are you more loved, than by Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament.” - Mother Teresa
We will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at Holy Sepulcher and Saint Kilian. This is a great opportunity for us to spend some personal time with Our Lord during this special day.
Holy Sepulcher - June 2, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saint Kilian - June 14, 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Please click the button below to sign up.
Parish Events!
While social distancing prevents group gatherings, our parishes are connecting in many ways!
Divine Mercy Chaplet
Zoom Prayer Session MONDAY at 7:00 pm (praying the chaplet begins at 7 pm.)
Contact parishioner Janice Mickens at janmickens@gmail.com for more information.
Meeting ID: 860 1211 6013 Password: 588560
What is Divine Mercy?
Mercy is “loves second name” (St. John Paul II). The message of Divine Mercy is most associated with a Polish nun who died in 1938, Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska. Jesus appeared to her in prayer with His message of divine mercy for the world. God’s greatest desire is to forgive us, pouring out His infinite mercy upon us so that we may be healed. Whatever our sin, we may feel deep grief, guilt, anxiety, depression, broken relationships and a sense of alienation from God and the Church. In his infinite love for us, God desires nothing more than to forgive our sins and offer us His mercy.
St. Faustina’s Diary contains the messages she received which include the Divine Mercy Novena and the Chaplet. Jesus made several promises to those who recite the Chaplet:Whoever recites it will have great mercy at the hour of death… Even if there were a sinner most hardened, if he were to recite this chaplet only once he would receive grace from My infinite mercy(687);The souls that say this chaplet will be embraced by My mercy during their lifetime and especially at the hour of death(754); andSouls that make appeal to My mercy delight Me. To such souls I grant even more graces than they ask. I cannot punish even the greatest sinner if he makes appeal to My compassion(1146).
Join us Monday evenings at 7pm via Zoom as we pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and pray for “mercy on us and on the whole world”.
Wednesday and Sunday Rosary
Pray the rosary each Wednesday and Sunday evening through Zoom with fellow parishioners.
Organized by parishioner Joe Scalamogna and the Saint Kilian Knights of Columbus.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID:878 492 8687
Password: 876797
We will do this every Sunday at 8:00 PM and Wednesday at 8:00 PM until we return to normal life!
FINANCIAL REPORT
May 9, 2021
Parish Contact Information
Holy Sepulcher Parish
1304 E. Cruikshank Rd.
Butler, PA 16002
724-586-7610
Website - www.holysepulcher.org