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 26, 2017 - OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
PASTORAL STAFF MISSION STATEMENT
Fr. William R. Terza ............................................. Pastor St. Damien of Molokai is a Catholic parish family which recognizes and
stdamienterzab@verizon.net embraces the gifts and talents of our faith filled people. The life of our
Deacon Al Poroda.............................Permanent Deacon patron saint inspires us to lead lives of love, hope and charity. Moving
DeaconAl611@gmail.com or 724-258-7742 x 13 forward, we will grow through our liturgy, teachings and outreach to all,
Mrs. Kathryn Wray ............................. Director of Music with the help of God and the gifts received through the Holy Eucharist.
kfwray188@gmail.com
Mrs. Patricia Forsyth ................. Asst. Director of Music
pattyforsyth@comcast.net
Mrs. Kathy Miller ............................ Lead Administrator
kmiller@madonnacatholic.com
Mrs. Kathy Miller ................................. Faith Formation
kmiller@madonnacatholic.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.
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November 26, 2017
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Saturday, November 25, 2017
4:00pm In Honor of Mona Antonelli on her
birthday (Antonelli Family)
Sunday, November 26, 2017
8:30am Yvonne Boris (Wednesday Card Club)
11:00am Living and Deceased Members
of the Parish
Monday, November 27, 2017
8:00am Dominick & Susan DeRosa (Family)
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
8:00am Bebe Bell Barantovich
(Jules & Denise Kalan)
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
8:00am Carol Pellegrini
(Barry & Anna Louise Jester)
Thursday, November 30, 2017
8:00am Marjorie Morgan Kogler
(Laboratory Staff at Mon Valley Hospital)
Friday, December 1, 2017
8:00am Eleanor Holtz (Mary E. Gross)
1:30pm MCRS School Mass
Saturday, December 2, 2017
4:00pm Phoebe Barkey
(St. Damien Altar Rosary/ Christian Mothers)
Sunday, December 3, 2017
8:30am Dolores Posi (Jo Chang)
11:00am Living and Deceased Members
of the Parish
Rest In Peace
In the charity of your prayers we kindly ask
that you please pray for the repose of the soul
of Deidre Levdansky, daughter of Joan
Levdansky of our parish. May God grant her
eternal rest, may Perpetual Light shine upon
her soul and may all the souls of the faithful
departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In
Peace .
St. Damien Mass Request Forms2018
2018 Mass Request Forms have been placed in
the vestibule of the church for our parishioners.
*Please be sure to read the complete form as
some changes may take place due to On Mission
initiatives.
ST. DAMIEN FAITH FORMATION
Nov. 26: THANKSGIVING BREAK
Dec. 3: 9:30-10:45am Grades 1-8 &
Confirmation
Dec. 10: 9:30-10:45am Grades 1-8 &
Decision Point
DONUTS ~ NEXT WEEKEND
St. Damiens world famous
Donuts will be on sale in Fr.
Leger Hall next weekend,
December 2nd & 3rd.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ~
FALL PROJECT is collecting used and new
shoes for adults and children. Sneakers
BootsFlip FlopsAny kind of shoes. NOW
until November 30th, you can put the shoes in
the bin in the
vestibule of the Church.
DONT FORGET THE
ST. DAMIEN FOOD BANK
December pick-up date is:
Wednesday, December 13th
from 10am-2pm and 5-7pm
Items needed for the month of December are:
Stove Top Stuffing, Canned Cranberries,
Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes,
Toilet Paper & Paper Towels
*Please be sure to check expiration dates on items
given to the Food Bank, Thank you!
Tuesday Morning Bible Study (Parish Center)
Every Tuesday morning from 11:00am-12Noon)
Servants of the Little Way (Chapel) The first Tuesday
of every month at 6:00pm.
Holy Hour(Church) The third Wednesday of each
month @ 7:00pm
Eucharistic Adoration (Chapel) This Friday from
12:00noon6:00pm. Call 724-747-7071 for scheduling.
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.
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.
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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 generous-
ly 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.

Christ, the Unconventional King Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Our

Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. What a magnificent title for the God
who created us and loves us to the end. Of course, Christ is the most unconven-
tional king. Instead of being born in a palace, he was born among the animals in
a manger. Instead of the security of soldiers and guards, he was accompanied by
twelve simple men. Instead of being crowned with gold and jewels, he was
crowned with thorns. And, as todays Gospel reminds us, he did not want his face etched on coins or
framed on walls, but instead wanted to be seen in the faces of those most in need. While Christs
kingship is unconventional, his reign over us is effective as he lovingly shepherds us towards the
kingdom. On Mission for The Church Alive! invites us to seek new and, at times, unconventional
ways to reach out to our sisters and brothers and strengthen our relationships with each other and with
our Lord and King. As Christ reigns in our hearts and in the world, may he shepherd us as we work to
fulfill his mission of love. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed.

Immaculate Conception of MaryDec. 8th

The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception declares that Mary was conceived without sin in the womb of her
mother. As the bearer of Christ, we recognize her unique role in salvation history and designated special mo-
ments during which we honor her as a model disciple. On May 13, 1846, the Catholic bishops of the United
States, who were gathered for the Sixth Provincial Council of Baltimore, adopted a decree by which they
chose the Blessed Virgin Mary, conceived without sin, as Patroness of the United States. This is a Holy Day
of Obligation. St. Damien Mass Schedule on Friday, December 8th is 9:00am & 7:00pm

St. Damien ARCM will hold their annual Christmas Party on Monday, December 4th at Father Ab-
bate Hall for members who made a reservation. Festivities will begin at 6:30pm. Members
are reminded to bring nonperishable items for the Food Bank to receive an additional door
prize ticket. Reservation forms with payment must be received by Cindy Patterson before
Thursday, November 30th. December Social will be Rose Bosdosh, Nancy Sinko, Kim
McLaughlan, Jane Neidermeyer, Diane Anthony and the Officers.

Keep Christ in ChristmasThroughout the weeks leading up to Christmas or until sold out, the
Knights of Columbus will be selling religious Christmas cards in Fr. Leger Hall before and after week-
end Masses. Please purchase and use religious cards and help promote the true meaning of Christmas
the birth of Christ. If you have any questions, contact Chuck Brooks at 724-255-2744.

2017 TOYS FOR TOTS

Its that time of the year again! The Toy Box for Toys for Tots has been placed 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 10th.
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Rediscover the Sacrament of Confession when the Light Is On for You! Every Church
in the Diocese of Pittsburgh will be open on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from
6pm - 9pm and priests will be available for Confession. Experience the unending love
and mercy of God!

THANKSGIVING ~ Thank You!

Our sincerest thanks are extended to all those who gave of time, talent and
treasure in providing our Thanksgiving Dinner and to the individuals and organ-
izations who made monetary donations to help fund this event! What a beautiful
witness of our parishs love for others. We also thank all who brought in Food
Bags on Thanksgiving or who made monetary donations to purchase gift certif-
icates and vouchers for perishable foods. Through your caring and kindness for
others many families had a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING. May God Bless each and every one
of you for your outreach to those in need of food and fellowship!

Lighting of the Advent Wreath Beginning Dec. 2/3

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 representa-
tives 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 near the front
door of the church.

Advent Giving Program 2017

This years Advent Giving Program will again invite all parishioners to donate to
our parish Food Bank by purchasing $10 gift cards to the following stores:
Sheetz, Aldis, Foodland, Giant Eagle and Walmart. Parishioners are invited
to take an Advent Ornament upon which will be written $10 gift card. Baskets
with the Advent Ornament are located at the doors of the churches. These cards
will be distributed by the Food Bank or from the Parish Office as needs
arise. Advent donations of gift cards may be placed in an envelope and put in the collection basket.

Advent Reflections
Please join us at St Damien of Molokai Parish for a rest from hectic holiday
preparations. Let us together prepare ourselves for the true meaning of Christ-
mas , the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ through prayer, music and quiet reflec-
tion. Join us on Wednesday, December 6th, Tuesday, December 12th and
Wednesday, December 20th at 7 pm in the Church.

CHRISTMAS NUT ROLL SALE

Orders are now being taken for our Christmas Nut, Apricot and Poppy Seed rolls.
They are $13.00 each and orders are due by December 11th. Order forms are near the
doors of the Church, or you may call the Parish Office to order.

Christmas Flower Memorials2017

Envelopes for Christmas Flower memorial donations have been placed at the doors of
the church this weekend. Please return your Christmas Flower donations by Monday,
December 11th. This will insure that your donation and memorial will be placed in the
Flower Memorial publication.
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Offertory Report 11/12/2017 Reflections

Offertory Mass By Deacon Al
4:00pm 2769.00 Our Attendance
Offering This Weekend we celebrate Our Lord
8:30am 1781.00 Back Jesus Christ King of the Universe, our
11:00am 2190.00 To 4:00pm 181 last Sunday in Ordinary Time and we look
Mail In 571.00 God 8:30am 181 back throughout the month of November
11:00am 194 and reflect on what the Gospels have been teaching: The
Total $ 7,311.00
Second coming of Christ. Perhaps the Church has chosen
Weekly Offertory Goal Total 556 these readings not only for us to Live Ready but to help
$7,500 us focus more on the Living Right.
Weve been told in the parable of the 10 virgins - to live
ready, the parable of the man going on a journey to be
Serra Catholic High School Placement faithful servants who will being given a privileged position,
Test for incoming freshmen will be and today our final Judgement through the works of mercy
held on Saturday, December 2nd from 9:00 those who live and do for others.
a.m. - 12:00 noon. Please contact Mrs. Ly- Jesus through His Church, is not only giving us the oppor-
ons at 412-751-2020 for more information. tunity to reflect on our own lives as we have lived them
thus far, but gives us yet again a chance to become prepared
through the season of Advent.
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coming events or fundraisers, please call 724- world. We ponder again the great mystery of the incarna-
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ity, and entered our time and space to free us from sin.
Then, we recall in the Creed that our Lord will come again
MCRS Brunch with the GRINCH to judge the living and the dead and that we must be ready
to meet Him.
Saturday, December 9, 2017
10am-12pm A good, way to help us in our Advent preparation is the use
Cost $10.00 per person of the Advent wreathe. The wreathe is a circle, which has
no beginning or end: So we call to mind how our lives, here
and now, participate in the eternity of Gods plan of salva-
Menu tion and how we hope to share eternal life in the Kingdom
Who Hash of Heaven. The wreathe is made of fresh plant material,
because Christ came to give us new life through His pas-
French toast Sticks sion, death, and resurrection. Three candles are purple,
Who Pudding symbolizing penance, preparation, and sacrifice; the pink
Fruit Cup candle symbolizes the same but highlights the third Sunday
of Advent, Gaudete Sunday, when we rejoice because our
Coffee & Juice preparation is now almost finished.

The light represents Christ, who entered this world to scat-

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ter the darkness of evil and show us the way of righteous-
ness.. In all, during Advent we strive to fulfil the opening
prayer for the Mass of the First Sunday of Advent: Father in
Heaven, increase our longing for Christ our Saviour and
give us the strength to grow in love, that the dawn of His
coming may find us rejoicing in His presence and welcom-
ing the light of His truth.