TWENTIENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, AUGUST 18,2013

1. TWENTIENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, AUGUST 18,2013 “I have come to set the earth on fire.” Pope Benedict XVI wrote that the fire is Christ’s own passion of love, “a fire that is to be handed on. Whoever comes close to him must be prepared to be burned. This is a fire that makes things bright and pure and free and grand. Being a Christian, then, is daring to entrust oneself to this brining fire.” The fire is set to ablaze when we speak the truth, like the prophet Jeremiah who is punished for it. “The message of the Church is there precisely in order to conflict with our behavior, to tear man out of his life of lies and to bring clarity and truth. Truth makes demands, and it also burns.” Christ comes to divide us from whatever divides us from him. We keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. forever. At the Visitation, Elizabeth calls Mary “mother of my Lord.” As in all the mysteries of Mary’s life, Mary is closely associated with Jesus: Her queenship is a share in Jesus’ kingship. We can also recall that in the Old Testament the mother of the king has great influence in court. // In the fourth century St. Ephrem called Mary “Lady” and “Queen” and Church Fathers and Doctors continued to use the title. Hymns of the eleventh to thirteenth centuries address Mary as queen: “Hail, Holy Queen,” “Hail, Queen of Heaven,” “Queen of Heaven.” The Dominican rosary and the Franciscan crown as well as numerous invocations in Mary’s litany celebrate her queenship. // The feast is a logical follow-up to the Assumption and is now celebrated on the octave day of that feast. In his encyclical To the Queen of Heaven, Pius XII points out that Mary deserves the title because she is Mother of God, because she is closely associated as the New Eve with Jesus’ redemptive work, because of her preeminent perfection and because of her intercessory power. ST. MATTHEW THE EVANGELIST PARISH MINERSVILLE, PA www.StMatthewTheEvangelistParish.org Rectory Office Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM SAINT MATTHEW THE EVANGELIST WELCOMES ALL No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church; no matter what your current family or marital situation; no matter what your past or present religious affiliation; no matter what your personal history, age, background, race, ethnicity, etc.; you are Invited, Welcomed, Accepted, Loved and Respected at Saint Matthew the Evangelist Parish!’ SAFE ENVIRONMENT COORDINATOR: Sr. Meg Cole(610-289-8900x222) VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATOR: Wendy S. Krisak (1-800-791-9209) WEEKDAY MASS AT 8:00 AM MON – Elizabeth Hoover by Jack Hudock TUE – John Kryscio by Joyce WED – Living and Deceased Parishioners THU – Jennie Gut by Millie, Dave and Barb FRI – Anna Kanapitski by Daughter, Millie SAT – 4:00 PM – Andrew Botek by Wife, Bertha SUN – 7:00 AM – Living and Deceased Parishioners 9:00 AM – Elmer Huntzinger (Annv) by Wife, Dorothy and Family 11:00 AM – Grigalonis Family by Theresa and Frank Grigalonis ******************************************************************************************************************************************** REQUIESCANT IN PACE: May Jesus, the Lord of the Harvest, take unto Himself ROSINA DONNANGELO, a former member of the former St. Barbara Parish, who died Tuesday, August 13, and was buried on Saturday, August 17. May Mary, Mother of Mercy, obtain comfort from Jesus, her risen son, for Rosina’s family and friends. ******************************************************************************************************************************************** THE WEEKLY CALENDAR: Turn your eyes, O God, our shield;/ and look on the face of your anointed one;/ one day within your courts/ is better than a thousand elsewhere. (Ps 84 (83): 10-11) THE TWENTIENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, August 18 – SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: 6:30 AM and 10:45 AM. THE FAMILY PRAYER CHALICE FOR VOCATIONS(FPC): 9:00 AM Mass. Jesus told us to ask the Harvest Master to send laborers into his harvest. We hope the prayers of our participat- ing families will bear fruit. May God be attentive to FRANK KUCHTA who will host the Family Prayer Chalice for Vocations this week. Call 399-5056 or sign up in Church. 0. The Queenship Of Mary Pius XII established this feast in 1954. But Mary’s queenship has roots in Scripture. At the Annunciation Gabriel announced that Mary’s Son would receive the throne of David and rule ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL: 12:00 Noon till 9:00 PM today, South Cass Fire Co. Picnic Grounds, Primrose. We invite you to come out and enjoy great ethnic Foods, refreshments, various games and activities. It’s also not too late to give us a hand today; or to volunteer to help with the take down. Just see any worker at the grounds and volun-teer your time and talent to make our Festival a success. If you have already volunteered, please keep your commitment! Hope to see you there! reach our goal. If you have not made your pledge of support, you may drop off your pledge form in the collection basket or return it to the Rectory. Extra pledge forms are available at the back of Church. Please call the Rectory or visit www.adbaa. org with any questions. Thank you for your support! Serve One Another As of today, our parish has raised $17,866 from 202 parishioners representing 95% of our parish goal of $18,950.55 and 33% of our total number of registered families. We need the support of all our parish families to 2013 FAMILY PERSPECTIVE: Today Jesus warns us his Word will create conflict between parents and children. In a permissive society which advocates individualism and consumerism, parents must continue to teach and live the gospel values of respect, service to others, forgiveness, generosity and compassion. A Christian family is a countercultural family. PRO-LIFE REFLECTION: Since God created all life, He is pro-life.  How could we, as His followers, dare to take any other position? STEWARDSHIP: “Do you think I have come to give you peace on Earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.” Luke 12:51. Living a stewardship lifestyle means stepping out of our comfort zone when needed. Many of us like to play it safe, not cause waves, stay in the middle of the road. In today’s world we are called to be informed and take a stance for life, marriage and religious liberty. LAST WEEK YOU CONTRIBUTED: Sunday: $2,708.00; Insurance: $441.00; Expenses: $3,342.11. Thanks for being generous! FRATERNAL CHARITY: ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FOOD PANTRY– Your donation of all TYPES OF PASTA will allow the SVDP Society to aid the needy of our area. Volunteer for our SVDP Society Outreach and God’s Bountiful Table. Call544-2739. VOTIVES:(1) SANCTUARY: IMO George Pytko, Sr. by Son. (2) ALTARS: BLESSED VIRGIN MARY: For the Health of George Homa and Special Intention by Wife and Family; IMO Vaughn and Frances Ludwig by Catherine; IMO John and Julia Teneschok by Catherine. DIVINE MERCY: IMO Joseph and AdeliaAndruchek; IHO Betty Grenberg by Bertha Botek; IMO Leonard Yurkonis (Annv) by Yurkonis Family. (3) BEFORE: ST. JOSEPH: Special Intention. ST. FRANCIS: IMO Wendy Nabholz by Family. ST. ANNE: IMO Stephen, Lillian and Rachael Sivinsky by Family. ST. PETER: For the Health of Evan Gober by Grandparents, Stan and Sally. ST. ANTHONY: For the Health of John Sokola. Call 544-2211 to memorialize votives. MONDAY, August 19 – ST. MATTHEW’S TRAVELERS’ MOHEGAN SUN CASINO BUS TRIP: Cost: $23; Rebate: $25 to play. Leaves R&J at 8:00 AM; Quandel’sat 8:30 AM. Call Julie (544-5231) or Helen (544-5465). TUESDAY, August 20 – ST. MATTHEW RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM: CLASSES RESUME SEPTEMBER 10. 2013-2014 Registrations are Due. Contact our CRE, Rosalie Novack (544-2211). ALZHEIMER’S CARE GIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP: 6:00 Presentation, Providence Place, Pottsville. Topic is “New Dementia Medications.” Light refreshments served. Call 628-6950 for more information.

2. WEDNESDAY, August 21 – DEVOTIONS TO ST. PEREGRINE: 8:00 AM Mass. Ask St. Peregrine to help cancer patients and their caregivers. THURSDAY, August 22 – SOUNDS OF THE SPIRIT” CONTEMPORARY CHOIR REHEARSAL: 7:00 PM, Church Loft. Call 544-2355 to join. FRIDAY, August 23 – SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: 7:45 AM. SATURDAY, August 24 – SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: 3:30 PM. Pastoral Note: Parents, please remember to bring your children to Confession before school resumes next month. TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, August 25 – SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: 6:30 AM and 10:45 AM. THE FAMILY PRAYER CHALICE FOR VOCATIONS (FPC): M/M Gene Walacavage (11:00 AM) will host the FPC this week. Call 399-5056 or Sign-Up in the Church Vestibule for September. SECOND COLLECTION ENVELOPE: (1) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT: Your contribution will help defray the cost of improvements for all Parish buildings. (2) Please catch up with any missed envelopes. Thank you! **************************************************************************************************************************************** MINISTERS AT MASS FOR THE TWENY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OFF. PROC.LECTORS EUCH. MIN.ALTAR SERVERS SAT 4:00 PM BotekFamily Michael Novack Mary Jo NabholzMax Wigoda Frank MelenchickFrank Melenchick Barbara Sincavage SUN 7:00 AM Parishioners John Andruchek 9:00 AM Huntzinger Fam. Elaine Stine Mary Regina Mundy Emily Purcell 11:00 AM Grigalonis Fam. Rosalie Novack Jack RuscavageAnthony Forte Carter Melochick ***************************************************************************************************************************************** COMING EVENTS: Please be sure to mark your calendar! AUGUST 26 – THE HOLY SACRIFICE OF THE MASS: 5:00 PM, Our Lady’s Chapel of St. Patrick Church, Pottsville. Veneration of a First-Class Relic of Saint Pauline Visintainer to follow. Call 622-1802 for more information. AUGUST 27 – ST. MATTHEW THE EVANGELIST RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STAFF MEETING: 6:00 PM, Good Shepherd Cafeteria. AUGUST 28 – GOD’S BOUNTIFUL TABLE: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Fr. R. Annex. SEPTEMBER 1 – SPECIAL DIOCESAN SECOND COLLECTION: MARY’S SHELTER: Mary’s Shelter was founded as a viable alternative to abortion by women and men who believe that every living person, including the unborn, are children of one Heavenly Father who creates all in his infinite goodness and wisdom. Use the “Mary’s Shelter” envelope found in your envelope boxes. Please be generous for this special diocesan second collection.SEPTEMBER 2 – CASTLE GREEN GROTTO ANNUAL LABOR DAY MASS: 10:00 AM, 950 Valley Road, Minersville/Heckscherville Highway. Mass is dedicated to “all who came.” Refreshments will be served after Mass. Plenty of parking is available. Bring your lawn chairs. Call Bob (544-3658) for info. SEPTEMBER 8 – SPIRIT DAY: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Our Parish will have a stand in front of the Minersville Hi Rise. All help would be greatly appreciated! Call the Rectory if you can help (544-2211). CHICKEN DINNER: 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, St. Nicholas Hall, Primrose. Dinner includes city chicken, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans and roll. $8.50 per platter.Eat-in or take-out. Advance tickets only (544-4581). SEPTEMBER 9 – ST. MATTHEW’S TRAVELERS’ MOHEGAN SUN CASINO BUS TRIP: Cost: $23; Rebate: $25 to play. Leaves R&J at 8:00 AM; Quandel’s at 8:30 AM. Call Julie (544-5231) or Helen (544-5465). SEPTEMBER 10 – PROTECTORS OF THE UNBORN PRECIOUS SOULS’ PRO-LIFE GROUP MONTHLY MEETING: Everyone welcome – both men and women. Come join us and become the voice for these “Precious Souls” which God has created. Together we can make a difference. Meetings are second Tuesday of each month. Call 345-4619 for location and time. SEPTEMBER 19 – RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Good Shepherd Building Cafeteria. Donate your blood, give life! SEPTEMBER 21 – ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL PILGRIMAGE BUS TRIP TO THE SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL: Depart Quandel’s Lot at 8:15 AM for Germantown, PA, and arrive back in town approximately 6:00 PM. Cost $85 and includes bus fare, shrine donation, and lunch on the Moshulu docked at Penns Landing. Call Mary at 544-3046. OCTOBER 29 – NOVEMBER 1 – ST. MATTHEW’S TRAVELERS’ VILLA ROMA / ITALIAN FESTIVAL BUS TRIP: 4 Days/3 Nights at Villa Roma’s Resort in Callicoon, New York; $469 Double Occupancy –All Inclusive (Checks Payable to St. Matthews’ Travelers);Full Program of Planned Activities Daily; Italian Cooking Class; Themed Activities – including Bocce Tournaments, Bingo, Italian Movie Festival, Italian Trivia, Dance Lessons, and More!; San Gennaro Street Feast Party with Sights, Tastes, Smells of Little Italy; Our Famous Caesar’s Night Dinner – a banquet fit for a king!; Star-Studded Nightly entertainment in our Forum Nightclub; A Wine and Cheese Party featuring tastings of a variety of Italian Wines, as well as a wine lecture. Call Julie (570-544-5231) or Adrienne (570-544-5925) for information. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL NEWS: 1) Now accepting registrations for pre-k • ********************************************************************************** • ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL • AUGUST 18, 2013 • SOUTH CASS FIRE CO. • PICNIC GROUNDS • PRIMROSE, PA • 12:00 NOON TO 9:00 PM • ********************************************************************************** • (1) SUMMER FESTIVAL: Our Annual Summer Festival is finally here! A lot of work has gone into its preparation. We sincerely thank all our volunteers who worked in any capacity for whatever they did! May God reward you for your tireless efforts on behalf of St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish! However, more volunteers are still needed throughout the course of the Festival, especially, in the late afternoon and evening. Please give us your time and talent to insure our Summer Festival’s success. If you have already volunteered, please keep your commitment! PLEASE VOLUNTEER! THANKS FOR CARING! • (2) Late Booster Ticket, Chance, and Kitchen Returns:can STILL be made at the TICKET BOOTH! We need your financial support so that this wonderful Summer Festival will continue! • (3) BAKED GOODS: are still needed and can be • brought to the Dessert/Coffee stand. Thanks! • (4) The invaluable help of our STAND CHAIR- • PERSONShelps make our Summer Festival • possible! We sincerely thank them for their hard • work and dedication! You can volunteer to help • them at the Festival Grounds. Your help is indeed • needed, wanted, and appreciated! • (5) CHILDREN’S GAMES: Volunteers can • report to Amy Eades or Rachel Huntzinger at the • Festival Grounds. • (6) Enjoy our GREAT ENTERTAINMENT: • 12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM: • John Stevens Doubleshot • 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM: • The New Individuals • (7) Our Summer Festival is the most important and • MAJOR FUNDRAISER for the Parish. We • intend on having a wrap-up meeting and financial • report once all bills are in and paid for. Notifica- • tion of this will be given in the Parish bulletin. • (8) CLEANUP: is one of the hardest aspects of our • Festival after so much preliminary work and work • on the day of the Picnic. However, we need to • ask for your additional help on Monday at 9:00 • AM at the South Cass Fire Company Grounds to • tear down and take back Festival items to the • Parish Center. The use of pick-up trucks and • any and all help would be greatly appreciated. • Also, we could use help on Tuesday, beginning • 9:30 AM, in our Parish Center to try to organize • things and get our Parish Center back in shape. • PLEASE HELP US WITH THE CLEANUP! • (9) Please consult next week’s bulletin for any Fest- • ival drawing winners.Remember last- minute • Chances can be purchased at the Grounds. • (10) We ask ST. MATTHEW THE EVANGELIST, • the Patron Saint of our Parish, for his • special intercession before God for a successful • Parish Festival. May God bless all workers, • benefactors, patrons, and everyone who • has worked for our Summer Festival’s • success. We thank almighty God for • His goodness to our Parish! to 8 for the 2013-2014 school year. Please call the school (622-0106) for a tour or to request a registration packet. 2) The Bishop’s Commission on Catholic Schools continues to offer $1,500 Tuition Transfer Grants to any Parishioner who transfers their child into the second to seventh grades from any private or public school. No financial aid forms are required for this two year grant and it comes directly out of your school tuition ($1,000 in year one; $500 in year two). Call 622-0106. NATIVITY BVM HIGH SCHOOL NEWS: 1) Now accepting registrations for grades 9 through 12 for the 2013-2014 school year. Please call the school (622-8110) for a tour or to request a registration packet. 2) Nativity welcomes transfer students of all faiths. Any public or private school student who transfers to 10th or 11th grade at any diocesan high school will receive a Bishop's Commission on Catholic Schools Tuition Transfer Grant. The student will receive $2000 in their first year and $1000 in their second year. Call570-622-8110. Catholic Charities' Neighbors Helping Neighbors project: needs volunteers to visit older adults in the community. Catholic Charities provides flexible scheduling (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) and mileage reimbursement. Volunteers provide service such as friendly visiting, assistance with grocery shopping or light household chores. Please consider helping out a senior in need. Please contact Joanne Andruchekfor more information at 570-628-0466 or jandruchek@allentowndiocese.org.