ST.

DAMIEN

OF

MOLOKAI

CATHOLIC
PARISH

722 WEST MAIN STREET MONONGAHELA, PENNSYLVANIA 15063

Parish Office: 724-258-7742 Parish Fax: 724-258-8733 Madonna Catholic Regional School: 724-258-3199
Website: stdamienofmolokai.org Email: stdamienparish@verizon.net
Diocesan Victim Hotline: 1-888-808-1235

NOVEMBER 20, 2016 - OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
PASTORAL STAFF
Fr. William R. Terza ............................................. Pastor
stdamienterzab@verizon.net
Deacon Al Poroda.............................Permanent Deacon
DeaconAl611@gmail.com or 724-258-7742 x 13
Mrs. Kathryn Wray ............................. Director of Music
kfwray188@gmail.com
Mrs. Patricia Forsyth ................. Asst. Director of Music
pattyforsyth@comcast.net
Mr. Donald Militzer ......................................... Principal
madonnacatholicregional@earthlink.com
Mrs. Kathy Miller ................................. Faith Formation
themillers4@hotmail.com
Phyllis DeMedio .............................................. Secretary
stdamiendemediop@verizon.net
Peggy Romeo ................................................... Secretary
stdamienromeop@verizon.net
Helena Glaneman .......... Safe Environment Coordinator
Alexsei521@yahoo.com or 724-503-7325
ST. DAMIEN FINANCIAL COUNCIL
Gloria DeRosa
Alfred Galilei
Steven Markovich
Antoinette Moffit Richard Pantaleo Randall Rodriguez
ST. DAMIEN PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
Joyce Amatangelo Kathleen Barkey Thomas Caudill
Nancy Cole
Sandra Craig
Kris DAndrea
James Greaves
Thomas Kustron Denise Majoris
Anna Markovich Juliann Romasco Walter Tabory
INTERIM MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil .................................................. 4:00 p.m.
Sunday ........................................8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
MondayFriday ............................................... 8:00 a.m.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Tuesday................................................... 8:309:00 a.m.
Saturdays ................................................ 3:003:30 p.m.
All Masses & Reconciliation are at St. Damien
of Molokai Church 722 West Main Street
BAPTISMS: 1st & 3rd Sundays at 12:15 p.m. and 4th
Sunday at Mass.
WEDDINGS: Please make arrangements by calling the
Parish Office 6 months in advance.

MISSION STATEMENT
St. Damien of Molokai is a Catholic parish family which recognizes and
embraces the gifts and talents of our faith filled people. The life of our
patron saint inspires us to lead lives of love, hope and charity. Moving
forward, we will grow through our liturgy, teachings and outreach to all,
with the help of God and the gifts received through the Holy Eucharist.

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St. Damien of Molokai Parish, Monongahela

November 20, 2016

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Saturday, November 19, 2016

4:00pm Dorothy Rebish
(Ronald & Andrea Moreschi)
Sunday, November 20, 2016
8:30am Michele Johnson
(Pat & Tom Manko & Erin)
11:00am Living and Deceased Members
of the Parish
Monday, November 21, 2016
8:00am John & Agnes Davies (Kim Davies)
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
8:00am John Blackson (Joy Blackson)
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
8:00am Dominic R. Antonelli
(The Antonelli Family)
Thursday, November 24, 2016 Thanksgiving
9:00am William Falappi (Family)
Friday, November 25, 2016
9:00am Virginia Posi (Gi Chang)
NO School Mass
Saturday, November 26, 2016
4:00pm Mona Antonelli
(In honor of her birthday by Daughter, Suzanne)
Sunday, November 27, 2016
8:30am Living and Deceased Members
of the Parish
11:00am Nancy & Paul Geary (Family)

DONT FORGET THE

ST. DAMIEN FOOD BANK
December pick-up date is:
Wednesday, the14th from 10am-2pm and 5-7pm
Items needed for the month of December are:
Cereal, Stove Top Stuffing, Cranberries, Peanut
Butter & Jelly, Paper Towels & Toilet Paper

Homemade Pumpkin Roll Sale -TODAY

There will be a Homemade
Pumpkin Roll Sale this weekend
on Saturday, November 19th and
Sunday, November 20th in Fr.
Leger Hall after all Masses. The
rolls will be sold for $12.00 each. First come
~ first serve, as there will be a limited number
available.

FAITH FORMATION

Nov. 20: 9:30-10:45am Grades 1-8 &

Confirmation
Nov. 27: THANKSGIVING VACATION
FAITH FORMATION FAMILY FUN NIGHT

There will be no Faith Formation classes the

morning of December 11th. So, join us that
evening, with your family, at 6pm in Fr. Leger Hall for a night of Fun & Faith. Please
RSVP by Wednesday, December 7th. You
wont want to miss it! Refreshments will be
served.
ATTENTION ALL HIGH
SCHOOL STUDENTS
Come join us on Friday, May 19, 2017 from 69pm for a dynamic night with speaker Matthew Kelly. The event will be held at St. Benedict the Abbott in Peters Township. Tickets
are on sale now for $40.00 and will sell out.
( We are planning activities for the youth prior
to the event to help defray the expense.) Please
RSVP by November 27, 2016 by contacting
Debra Reis at 724-678-9532 or by calling St.
Damiens Parish office at 724-258-7742.
St. Damien Boy Scout Troop 1352 is currently seeking volunteers to be adult leaders. Please see todays insert for more information.
Bible Study Tuesdays @ 11:00am (Parish Center)
Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel) This Friday from
12:00noon6:00pm. Call 724-747-7071 for scheduling.
Holy Hour(Church) The third Wednesday of each
month @ 7:00pm
Padre Pio Prayer Group (Park Ave. School) This Friday 6:00-7:00pm
Servants of the Little Way (Chapel) The first Tuesday
of every month at 6:00pm.
Holy Name Society (Church) Second Sunday of each
month with Rosaries at 8am and then to the parish park
for the meeting after the 8:30am Mass.
Catholic Mens Fellowship The 1st & 3rd Saturday of
each month at 7:30-8am at St. Damien for Adoration, to
St. Francis for 8:30am Mass and then to breakfast.

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Solemnity of Christ the King

Today marks the last Sunday of Ordinary Time, liturgically known as Christ the King.
Todays solemnity is the culmination of the entire liturgical year. In the past few weeks
the readings have challenged us to look at the way we use the gifts that God so generously bestows. It is in the recognition and use of these gifts that we come to share the great
bounty of the eternal kingdom. We are called by this weeks Gospel to remember that Jesus is the
Forgiving King who welcomes repentant sinners in his kingdom. May our words echo the sentiment
of the repentant criminal, Jesus remember me when you come into your Kingdom. The end of the
liturgical year reminds us that we are indeed a people who wait for Christ the King, and we live with
hope for this life and the life of the world to come.

Thanksgiving DayNovember 24, 2016

This Thursday, November 24th we will celebrate Thanksgiving Day. Parishioners are invited to join us for
Mass at 9:00am.Those who attend Mass on Thanksgiving are invited to bring food items for our local food
bank. Items will be collected during the Offertory Procession. We will gather to give thanks to God for our
many blessings. May the blessings of our bountiful God fill the hearts and homes of all our parishioners,
neighbors and friends. Happy Thanksgiving! Parishioners are asked to note that the Parish Office will be
closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of the holiday. Normal hours will resume on Monday, November 28th at 9:00am.
Also note: Daily Morning Mass on Friday, Nov. 25th (after Thanksgiving) will be at 9:00am.

ON MISSION FOR THE CHURCH ALIVE! is about relationshipsour personal relationship

with Jesus, and with each other in Him. We are invited to listen and discern how God is calling us to
fulfill His mission together. As parish consultation sessions continue, it is important to get educated
and engaged in how all our parishes, schools and ministries can be vital canters of worship and service. Sign up for email updates at OnMissionChurchAlive.org.

THANKSGIVING DINNER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Wednesday, Nov 23rd & Thursday, Nov. 24th

It's that time of year again when we open our hearts and hands to our community in the spirit of
Thanksgiving. We are asking for volunteers to help this year on Wednesday with food prep and clean
-up and Thursday with food prep, serving, delivery, and clean-up. Also, any baked goods (pies, cookies, brownies, etc.) would be greatly appreciated and can be dropped off on Wednesday. Monetary
donations will also be gladly accepted.
Dinner will be served from 11am-2pm, Thursday, Nov. 24th at Fr. Abbate Hall, 400 Park Ave.
All are welcome to attend - please share with your friends, family, and neighbors.
This is a large undertaking, we are looking for 4-5 people who would be interested in helping share in
the coordination of the various activities on Weds. and Thurs. to ensure everything goes smoothly,
and possibly with any of the remaining prerequisite shopping, advertising, and other logistics. Please
contact the Parish Office with your name, phone number, and availability, if you would like to assist
as a coordinator or with shopping, food prep, serving or as a delivery driver.
2016 TOYS FOR TOTS
Its that time of the year again! The Toy Box for Toys for Tots has been in the Church.
Please bring all your new toys to donate for children up to age 12 and place them in the
box prior to pickup on December 11th.

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St. Damien of Molokai Parish

The Light is On for You!

The Light is On for You! is an initiative of the Diocese of Pittsburgh to encourage

Catholics to avail themselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Confession is a
wonderful opportunity to set aside our sinful ways and to draw closer to our Lord.
Confession will be available on Wednesday, December 14 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
in every Catholic parish in the Diocese.

Lighting of the Advent Wreath Beginning Nov. 26/27

For the Advent Season we extend an invitation to parishioners to consider lighting the
wreath during Mass. The wreath lighting reminds us that Christ is The Light of the
World who is coming into the world! Individuals or families are invited to sign-up as
representatives who will light the wreath following the opening procession of the
Mass. If you are willing to help light the wreath please sign up on the Sign-Up sheet
located on the pillar under the choir loft.

Advent Giving Program 2016

This years Advent Giving Program will again invite all parishioners to donate to our parish Food
Bank with a little twist. Parishioners are invited to take an Advent Ornament upon which will be
written one of the following items: Cookies & Candy, Socks, Scarves, Blanket Throws, Family Board
Games, Puzzles, Adult Coloring Books & Pencils, Cook Books, Pocket Calendars and Bath & Body
items.. Baskets with the Advent Ornament will be located at the doors of the churches. We appreciate
any and all donations. We also will have ornaments that say Foodland or Giant Eagle gift card. We
are asking for $10.00 gift cards from the above named stores. These cards can be distributed by the
Food Bank or from the Parish Office as needs arise. Advent donations to the Food Bank may be
placed in the foyer of the church and gift cards may be placed in an envelope and put in the collection
basket.

Keep Christ in ChristmasNow through Christmas or until sold out, the Knights of Columbus

will be selling religious Christmas cards in Fr. Leger Hall before and after weekend Masses. Please
purchase and use religious cards and help promote the true meaning of Christmasthe birth of
Christ. If you have any questions, contact Chuck Brooks at 724-255-2744.
St. Damien ARCM will hold their annual Christmas Party on Monday, December 5th at Father Abbate Hall. Reservation forms are available at the doors of the Church for those members who wish to
attend the party and were not at the November meeting. Members are reminded that forms and payment must be received by the Treasurer no later than Monday, November 28th.

Tri Parish Youth Group

6th,

Welcomes all
7th, and 8th graders. Please join us on the following dates:
November 20th. Stuff a shoebox event. Help fill shoeboxes for the holidays that will be sent to children around the world. Only small non-perishable items please.6-8 Mary, Mother of the Church
school basement
December 4th Ugly Sweater Bowling contest. Charleroi Bowling lanes 6-8 pm.
December 18th Christmas cookie and Movie night. Decorate your favorite cookies to give to someone special this holiday season. 6-8 pm Mary, Mother of the Church School Basement
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Sands at 724-344-5537.

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DUE TO HOLIDAY SCHEDULES FOR THE

BULLETIN, THE OFFERTORY REPORT
FOR 11/13/16 WILL APEAR in
next weekends bulletin.

THIS WEEKEND THERE IS A

SECOND COLLECTION FOR
RETIREMENT FUND
FOR RELIGIOUS.
Serra High Schools Placement Test for
incoming freshmen will be held on Saturday,
December 3rd from 9:00am-12:00pm. To
register or for more information, please call
Mrs. Lyons at 412-751-2020 ext. 134 or
email her at lyons@serrahs.org.
Please note: The Pittsburgh Catholic for the
weekend of November 19/20 was mailed to
all parish households.
Madonna Catholic Regional School
731 Chess St.
Monongahela, PA
MCRS, located at 731 Chess St. Monongahela, boasts students in Preschool Grade
Eight with a dedicated staff and active volunteers. For information about enrolling your
child in MCRS, or upcoming events or fundraisers, please call 724-258-3199.
2017 Lottery Calendar tickets are $25.00
and give you 365 chances to win! Call the
school office for your favorite number. They
make great gifts!
Enjoy Coupon Books are available for $30.00
while supplies last!
Free ways YOU can help your school. We collect Campbells Labels for Education, General
Mills Boxtops, Tyson A+ labels, and ink jets
and cell phones. Your support is appreciated!
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Pastoral Impressions
by Fr. Bill
At the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington,
DC, you will see an immense
mosaic entitled CHRIST IN MAJESTY
above the main altar. The mosaic portrays
Jesus in towering strength, flexing a muscular right arm. Everything about this image
says kingly. Even the inscription reads
Christ Reigns, Christ Rules. Eternal Victor,
Eternal King.
This is the kind of image that probably
comes to mind when we think of Jesus as a
king. Jesus does indeed reign at the right
hand of God the Father. Every knee is meant
to bow before him, and every tongue confess
his Lordship. Even Jesus talks about his return in glory, accompanied by all the angels as he sits upon his glorious throne.
(Matthew 25:31)
But look at the Gospel passage chosen for
todays celebration. Jesus is crucified like a
common criminal. He is hanging between
two thieves, while many of Israels religious
leaders jeer at him. What a humiliating image! Why would the Church select such a
surprising reading?
This is the great paradox of the Christian
life. Jesus shows himself worthy of our obedience, not because he is proud and powerful, but because he is a servant. He shows
himself to be lordly, not through powerful
armies and a gleaming throne, but through
the beautiful dignity of self-giving love. He
is humble, interceding for those who mock
him. He is merciful, forgiving even his torturers. He is generous, promising paradise to
a repentant thief. He is Jesus, the Son of
God, who did only what his Father told him
to do. Gaze upon him as he offers up his life
for you. Look at him, and let your heart rejoice.