Bulletin - July 18, 2021
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
UPDATES IN THE PARISHES—Getting Back to Normal
Bishop Zubik released guidelines on July 1st for those attending Mass and other functions held in parish facilities. In continued alignment with local, state, and federal guidance and directives, with the lifting of the mask mandate:
- Mask-wearing is no longer required in Diocese of Pittsburgh churches, inclusive of the distribution of Holy Communion.
- Until further notice, distribution of Holy Communion is to be continued under one species, i.e. the Sacred Host.
- The “sign of peace” may be reintroduced within the Mass.
- All Seats in the churches will be available.
- The Bishop has continued until further notice his dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sunday and holy days.
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, July 10
4:00 pm - 312
5:30 pm - 251
Sunday, July 11
8:00 am - 235
10:00 am - 408
12:00 pm - 384
5:00 pm - 291
Total - 1,881
Mass Attendance - Holy Sepulcher
Saturday, July 10
4:00 pm - 157
Sunday, July 11
8:00 am - 251
10:30 am - 241
Total - 649
Total at both churches - 2,530
ONLINE MASS for the
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 18, 2021
Join us online for Mass for the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. This Mass will be online Saturday, July 17 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 July 19 - July 25
Mass Intentions: The Mass Intentions below will be remembered in a special way this week (July 19 - July 25).
Holy Sepulcher Parish
Monday, July 19, 2021
7:30 am - Bernard and JoAnn Bucklew (Chris and Kristine Marsico)
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
7:30 am - Deceased members of the Tosto and Babcock family
(Sam and Joan Tosto)
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
7:00 pm - Theresa Greer
(Dennis and Helene Johnston)
Thursday, July 22, 2021
7:30 am - Bill and Lois Stanger
(Chris and Kristine Marsico)
Friday, July 23, 2021
9:00 am - Robert Vucic
(Bernie Turkovich, daughter)
Saturday, July 24, 2021
4:00 pm - Emmett Gallagher
(Bob and Gretchen Cararie)
Sunday, July 25, 2021
8:00 am - Al Plutt
(Denise & Michael Lyons)
10:30 am - Jim Freimuth (Mary Freimuth)
Saint Kilian Parish
Monday July 19, 2021
9:00 am-Herbert and Imelda Vogel (Imelda Dougherty, Daughter)
Tuesday July 20, 2021
7:00 am-Frank Klukaszewski
(Finan Family)
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
7:00 am-Paul Sweeny (Jane Cahill)
Thursday, July 22, 2021
7:00 am-Mary Szymik
(Pete and Alexis Rosswog & Family)
Friday, July 23, 2021
7:00 am- John Tutchko
(Susan and Tom Tutchko)
Saturday, July 24, 2021
4:00 pm-Diana Liscinsky
(Hardek Family)
5:30 pm-Stan Wasielewski (Family)
Sunday, July 25, 2021 – 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am-John Yuengert
(Melissa Mascari)
10:00 am-Jeffrey Vandall
(Jaclyn Stukat-Gren)
12:00 pm-Rose Pedicone
(Carl and Susan Latimer)
5:00 pm-Living and Deceased Members of Holy Sepulcher & Saint Kilian Parishes
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
THIS WEEK AT HOLY SEPULCHER PARISH
Sunday, July 18, 2021
No Events
Monday, July 19, 2021
7:00pm: Summerfest Committee Mtg—YYAC
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
No Events
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
6:00pm-6:30pm: Confessions
6:30pm: Rosary– In Church
7:00pm: Knights of Columbus—YYAC
Thursday, July 22, 2021
7:00pm-9:00pm: Life Teen Hangout—Fire Pit by YYAC
Friday, July 23, 2021
4:00pm: Lahey-Gatto Wedding—In Church
Saturday, July 24, 2021
3:00pm: Confessions
THIS WEEK AT SAINT KILIAN PARISH
Sunday, July 18, 2021
No Events
Monday, July 19, 2021
No Events
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
6:30 pm-8:00 pm: GriefShare - Meeting Room D
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
2:30 pm-5:00 pm : Food Pantry—Old Church in Mars
Thursday, July 22, 2021
6:30 pm-8:00 pm: Walking with Purpose—Saint Kilian Church Hall
Friday, July 23, 2021
10:00 am-11:00 am: Morning Prayer Group—Fellowship Hall in Mars
Saturday, July 24, 2021
9:00 am-3:00 pm: Caring Quilt Ministry—Fellowship Hall in Mars
3:00pm: Confessions
BAPTISMS
We welcome into our parish family these children who were recently baptized:
- Alaya Mae, daughter of Kevin Lawther and Hope Guardalabene
- Emma Rae, daughter of Mark and Juliana Mancini
- Harper Nicole, daughter of Joshua and Halie Banas
- Isaac Matthew, son of Timothy and Megan Gallina
- Mila Marie, daughter of Richard and Morgan Schutte
- Noah Jonathan, son of Scott and Christina Harbaugh
- Parker Michelle, daughter of Edward and Rachael Pupich
- Penelope Gloria, daughter of Gregory and Lisa Brown
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
We welcome the following new members to our parishes:
- Mrs. Colleen Rostas
- Mr. Kevin Harding
- Brooke and Elizabeth Scott
- Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Choltco
- Ronnie and Carol Avila
- Dakota and Nicole Faulkner
- Craig and Courtney January & Family
OUR SYMPATHY
Our sympathy is extended to these parishioners of Saint Kilian & Holy Sepulcher Parishes:
- Joseph Pohl, III at the death of his father Joseph “Tippy” Pohl, Jr.
- Fran Scherer at the death of her husband and parishioner, Raymond Scherer
- Sue Breedlove at the death of her father, David L. Mann
- Michael Sahayda at the death of his wife and parishioner, Linda Sahayda
Holy Sepulcher and Saint Kilian have several WEEKDAY Masses available in August, September, and October 2021. If you wish to have a special intention scheduled for one of the Masses celebrated at Holy Sepulcher or Saint Kilian, please contact the parish office at:
Holy Sepulcher: 724-586-7610 x301 or parish@holysepulcher.org
Saint Kilian: 724-625-1665 x 2108 or parish@saintkilian.org
New Lectors and Extraordinary Ministers
of Holy Communion Needed
As the number of parishioners returning to Mass continue to grow, we are looking to add to our current ministers who assist at the weekend Masses. If you would like to volunteer as a Lector or Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, please contact Deacon Ralph at rbachner@saintkilian.org or 724-586-7610 x 310 for more information.
NOW HIRING! JOIN OUR TEAM!
Saint Kilian Parish School, serving students in grades K-8, is seeking a Cafeteria/Recess Monitor. Monitors will supervise students during and recess. The position is for 3 hours per day Monday through Friday. All clearances are required for employment. Contact Kristen Schwalm at kschwalm@saintkilian.org or at (724) 625-1665 ext. 2109.
Holy Sepulcher Catholic School in Butler, PA has the following teacher opening for 2021-2022 school: 6th Grade Homeroom Teacher.
Position entails teaching Elementary/Intermediate Science, Social Studies, Health, and Religion.
Certifications Needed: BS in Education 4-8 or in Education K-6, Religion certification.
Holy Sepulcher Catholic School is seeking a Long Term Substitute certified Elementary teacher for the 2021-22 school year.
Holy Sepulcher Catholic School is a PK-8 school located in Butler, PA and is part of the Pittsburgh Diocese. Qualified candidates should submit the following documentation: Resume and cover letter, PA teaching certificate; PA clearances (dated within 3 months): Child abuse, Criminal Background Check, FBI Fingerprinting; Act 126 Certificate; Mandated Reporter Training - Visit the Diocesan website at diopitt.org scroll down to Safe Environment Compliance click on school employee click on items number 4 and 5 for online or live classes for Protecting God's Children and Mandated Reporter Training. Send certificates when completed. Submit information to abauer@holysepulcher.org.
“There is no one who rescues quite like Jesus.”
—Lisa Brenninkmeyer, Founder and Chief Purpose Officer, Walking with Purpose
How do you respond to God’s love? Do you truly believe that He can do what you cannot? Are you able to surrender to Him, accepting that you are not in charge? These are not easy questions, but ones that the women of Walking with Purpose are eager to dive into. Join us as we kick off the Bible study Living in the Father’s Love. With a video based on the teachings of Saint Therese of Lisieux, we will explore three childlike qualities that God desires to see in each of us. A chair will be waiting just for you. No previous experience is necessary; just come as you are!
Thursday, July 15th, 6:30 PM
Location: Saint Kilian Church Hall
For more information, contact: WalkingWithPurpose@SaintKilian.org
Our mission is to help every Catholic woman and girl in America encounter Jesus Christ through our Bible studies.
Learn more at walkingwithpurpose.com
Thursday Night – Hangouts
All 9th through 12th grade students are invited to Holy Sepulcher on Thursday nights. Join us for prayer, snacks, games, and time spent with friends. No need to sign up, just show up at the YYAC (Youth and Young Adult Center) at 7:00 pm. Our night ends at 9:00 pm. For more information email awheeler@saintkilian.org.
On Sunday, August 8, Life Teen is going to Ohio for an incredible day of faith, friends, food, and fun. There will be awesome concerts all day from top Christian bands, incredible food, prayer experiences, and tons of games and booths. The night will end with an incredible Liturgy experience.
If we learned anything this past year, we know that God, family, and friends are everything! We are thankful that we can gather again, and that is what we’re celebrating this year at The FEST.
For more information, check out The FEST website at https://thefest.us/
The cost is $10.00 per person.
Email awheeler@saintkilian.org to register.
LIFE TEEN/SKY
SUMMER OLYMPIC GAMES
It might not be Tokyo, but the Olympic Games are taking place right here in Cranberry Township. The Life Teen and SKY ministries will team up to compete in some crazy games. Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 22, from 6-8 pm. Meet at Saint Kilian Field House to fuel up before the friendly competition. No athletic ability needed! Contact Andrea at 724-625-1665 ext. 2134 for more information.
FRIDAY MORNING ROSARY GROUP
Join us for the Rosary every Friday Morning. The Rosary Group will meet at the Saint Kilian Fellowship Hall in Mars (next to the old church) at 10:00 am. Please join us in prayer.
WEDNESDAY EVENING ROSARY GROUP
Join us for the Rosary every Wednesday evening 6:30pm at Holy Sepulcher in the Church, before the 7:00pm Mass.
FAITH FORMATION
HOLY SEPULCHER FAITH FORMATION
The Holy Sepulcher Faith Formation program is in need of the following catechist positions filled so that we can return to in-person sessions in the fall (Sunday mornings):
• Kindergarten
• 2nd Grade
• 4th Grade
• 6th Grade
• High School classroom aides (all grades)
Catechesis isn’t about “knowing enough.” Instead, catechesis is a willingness to share one’s faith with others that is focused on formation on love, care of others and an openness to living according to God’s plan. All materials are provided for you. To learn more, email Jo Scheller at jscheller@holysepulcher.org.
SAINT KILIAN FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM
TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Is your rising Junior or Senior looking for volunteer hours this school year? Can he or she commit to Sunday mornings during the school year? Volunteering for the Faith Formation traditional program is a GREAT and reliable way to gain consistent volunteer hours, to serve our parish community, and experience working in a classroom setting with children.
We need plenty of aides and substitute aides this coming school year but need to secure the volunteers now! If your high school student is interested, please email:
At Saint Kilian: Mary French, mfrench@saintkilian.org
At Saint Kilian: Mary French, mfrench@saintkilian.org
At Holy Sepulcher: Jo Scheller, jscheller@holysepulcher.org
HOLY SEPULCHER SUMMERFEST
With the easing of social gathering restrictions, Holy Sepulcher Parish is excited and blessed to host a SummerFest. It is a welcome opportunity to gather as a Faith community and raise funds that are so greatly needed to support the extended Parish ministries. While some limitations to gathering yet remain, and with less time to plan such an event, our SummerFest this year will include only the Flea Market, Basket Raffle, Church and food trucks. Please mark your calendars for August 1st, as you don't want to miss the opportunity to participate!
HOW CAN YOU BE INVOLVED?
- Save the date and spread the word.
- Consider becoming a sponsor or donating a basket to the Basket Raffle.
- Volunteer to set up, work the event and clean up! Click the button below to volunteer.
- Purchase your tickets for the Church Raffle.
Any questions about Summerfest? Contact the HSC Parish Office at 724-586-7610 x301.
Flea Market:
It is almost time to drop off your items for the Flea Market! We will be accepting the following items:
Household items such as: dishes, pots/pans, candles, sheets, artwork, frames, vases, lamps, decorative pillows, etc) small kitchen appliances (such as crockpots, toaster ovens, bread machine, air fryers, juicer, etc) toys, bikes, games, books, religious items, baskets, wooden furniture, jewelry, purses/bags, suitcases, season items, etc. in usable conditions are appreciated.
Items we CANNOT accept are: stuffed furniture, clothing, paint, chemicals, exercise equipment, computers (including monitors and keyboards), magazines, VHS tapes, televisions, tires, metal file cabinets, large office furniture, and bowling balls.
Drop off dates/times:
Wednesday, July 28 - 8:00am-7:00pm
Thursday, July 29 - 8:00am-7:00pm
Friday, July 30 - 8:00am-7:00pm
Saturday, July 31 - 8:00am-12:00noon
From the Basket Raffle Committee
Thank you so much for your generous donations to the Basket Auction.
If you have not yet turned in your items/baskets, please take them to the HSC Parish Office as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT DATES
Sunday, July 18 - Items and Baskets due for the Basket Raffle
Tuesday, July 27 - Summerfest Set up
Wednesday, July 28 - Saturday, July 31 - Flea Market Drop Off
Friday, July 30 - Last Day to Mail in Church Raffle Tickets
Sunday, August 1 - SUMMERFEST! 8:00am-6:00pm
Monday, August 2 - Clean up
Join us on August 15, at 6:30 pm, on the beautiful grounds of Saint Kilian for our first concert on the lawn featuring The Fabulous Gemtones! Performing music from the 50s to the present, The Fabulous Gemtones wide range of music has something for everyone.
This event is free to attend, however, there will be a free-will offering during the performance to help offset the cost of the performers, and donations will be open for the Kilian Cupboard to help those in need.
Food trucks will be on-site and cold beverages will be available for a cash donation, so come hungry! We look forward to seeing you there!
THE CARING QUILT MINISTRY
The Caring Quilt Ministry wishes to thank all who have supported this ministry over the years. As we get ready to start back up, we invite you to stop by and see our ministry in action. It is a wonderful group of eager, hardworking women willing to send messages of love and support through quilts to our parish and beyond. There is something for everyone to do. No talent needed.
The group will be meeting the 4th Saturday of every month beginning July 24th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Fellowship Hall in Mars.
For more information please contact, Linda Anderson at 724-625-2734 or auslinan@zoominternet.net and/or Marlene Krenach at 724-625-3175.
DEACON FORMATION PROGRAM
Are you Called to Serve? Deacons are ordained to serve the Church and its people in imitation of Jesus, who came not to be served but to serve. The Diocese of Pittsburgh is initiating the process for admitting a new class of interested and qualified Catholic men into the Deacon Formation Program.
Information sessions will be held in O’Conner Hall at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2900 Noblestown Road, Pittsburgh 15205:
Saturday, July 24—9:00-11:30am
Thursday, July 29—6:30-9:00pm
Tuesday, August 3—6:30-9:00pm
Prospective applicants should contact their pastor or another priest or deacon of the diocese about nominating them before the September 1, 2021 deadline. A nomination is required.
For more information: deacons@diopitt.org or 412-456-3124 or www.diopitt.org/permanent-diaconate
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:
- Cereal
- Granola Bars
- Chicken Broth
- Chunky Soups
- Jelly
- Canned Potatoes
- Canned Fruit
- Ketchup
- Pancake mix
- Ensure
SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL
July 18 - Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time:
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus tells his disciples to “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” Vincent de Paul, a great man of action was also a contemplative. His contemplation of God’s love overflowed into practical love for the poor.
Please say a special prayer for the poor and forgotten, as you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul poor box.
Thank you for your continued support and generosity. If you know of a family in need, please contact the Society by calling the parish office at:
Holy sepulcher: (724) 586-7610
Saint Kilian: (724) 625-1665
“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 - August 4, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saint Kilian - August 9, 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Please click the button below to sign up.
Holy Sepulcher Catholic School Used Uniform Sale will be Sunday, August 1st from 8am-4pm at the school entrance (during summerfest). Come find good deals on gently used school uniforms. Cash and checks are accepted.
Have uniforms to donate? You can drop off your gently used school uniforms, that are free of stains and tears, to the school office Monday-Friday, 8am-2pm. All donations are appreciated and helpful in making this event successful!
*All used uniform proceeds benefit Holy Sepulcher Catholic School.
Saint Kilian Parish School Used Uniform Sale will be Saturday, July 31st from 9AM to 1PM in the SKPS Cafeteria (please note the location change!) Come find good deals on everything your student will need for the start of the school year! We will have Grace of Glam with a wide selection of unique girls' headbands, clips and hairbows for all occasions! Our local Spirit Wear provider, Play2Wear will be making Spirit Wear on site! Both stores will be donating a percentage of the sale back to SKPS! Cash, Check and Credit Card will be accepted, and all sales are final.
Have uniforms to donate? A collection bin is now available in the school office vestibule. Feel free to drop gently used, Land’s End brand, stain and tear free items. All donations are appreciated and helpful in making this event successful!
*All used uniform proceeds benefit Saint Kilian Parish and Saint Kilian Parish School. Please note that online Clover Corner used uniform shopping is currently closed as we prepare for this event. We will re-inventory our stock after the sale and have everything that is left back online for purchase before school starts!
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
The Wednesday Morning Women’s Bible Study will begin September 8th with a retreat at the Martina Spirituality Center (9:30 am-2:00 pm).
The day will include Mass, lunch, a guest speaker, and an intro to our new study The Bible and the Church Fathers
.All women of the parish are invited.
Please contact Alma Kort at aakort@gmail.com to register or for more information.
LOST AND FOUND: Wondering where you misplaced your reading glasses, rosary, umbrella, sweater, etc. Check the “Lost and Found”.
At Saint Kilian Parish: cabinet located on the right before you enter the worship area (under windows looking into worship area).
At Holy Sepulcher: in the coat room, located to the left of the main entrance.
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); and Souls 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!
*NEW* Protecting God’s Children renewal
The diocese has implemented a renewal for all who have taken the “Protecting God’s Children” as part of the clearances process. In the past, this training was done as a live class on parish grounds. The renewal process will now be done as an online video class. Instructions were sent out from the diocese; for help with this renewal please contact Jo Scheller at jscheller@holysepulcher.org or jscheller@saintkilian.org
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Clearances are required for all who serve in ministry, whether or not that ministry directly involves children. We can help you step-by-step, either in person or over the phone. To renew, update, or check on the status of your clearances, please contact Jo Scheller at jscheller@holysepulcher.org or jscheller@saintkilian.org
Victim Assistance Hotline Diocesan toll-free number for abuse response:
1-888-808-1235
FINANCIAL REPORT
July 11, 2021
Thank you for your generosity! Saint Kilian Parish made their Parish Share goal, all future Parish Share proceeds stay in the parish and are not subject to assessment by the diocese.
Parish Contact Information
Holy Sepulcher Parish
1304 E. Cruikshank Rd.
Butler, PA 16002
724-586-7610
Website - www.holysepulcher.org
