St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church

Masses for the Week

* The Rosary will be recited fifteen minutes before the 6:00pm Mass on Saturday.

Join in Singing

7th Sunday of Easter

Among the most the vital of our responsibilities as a community of faith, is sharing in worship with one another. Our Sunday celebration, the Mass, is best celebrated when we all participate. All hymns are located in the misalette.

Announcements

Last Sunday's Collection was $1,343.00. Thank you and God bless you.

Donation received in memory of Pauline Matejkovic from Flora H. Profeto.

Congratulations to our 1st Holy Communicants and to all who added to this memorable services. The Women's Club tendered a breakfast to the children as well as pastries and beverages to over 150 people in the school hall.

Remember Vacation Masses (Summer), One mass on Sundays beginning on June 1st.

We ask a 100% cooperation of the families in supporting the Catholic Charities Appeal. We need to meet the $8,000.00 goal assigned to our Parish.

Baptismal Class for expecting parents - please contact Mrs. Kathryn Catanese or Mrs. Chris Mersereau in advance.

We wish to ask God's blessings through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God on all our Mothers.

Prayer To Our Lady of Lourdes

Lady of Light, Lady of Lourdes,

Lady conceived without stain of sin, obtain pardon for us sinners and light for those in darkness. Bring those who thirst for God to drink of His life-giving Love. O Mary, intercede for your children, especially those we commend to your prayers and assist those who seek your maternal aid. Amen.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

REMINDER

We will be having a Pastoral Council Meeting on Monday evening at 7:30pm in the Rectory, in lieu of a Cluster Planning Meeting.

God's Choice

The Trinity chooses us because God loves us even more than we love each other. Peter and the rest left it to God to choose Matthias to replace Judas. Like Joseph and Matthias, we have known about Christ Jesus from "the time John was baptizing until the day he was taken up from us." We have become witnesses to the resurrection. This is what we read this year. We know all this and are ready to share the Spirit that breathes life. Then God will choose each of us according to the divine plan. Although Joseph wasn't chosen to join the Twelve, he got a different call.

1997 Catholic Charities Appeal

The April 24th issue of The Catholic Standard and Times was sent to every registered household in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. This issue describes a variety of human service programs that are supported through your gifts to the Catholic Charities Appeal. Among those who receive assistance are children in crisis, the hungry and homeless, senior citizens and retired clergy. Please take time to read it.

The 40th Annual Catholic Charities Appeal will take place May 4th - 18th. Please make a gift to support the human service programs within the five county region of the Archdiocese. St. Paul writes: "People must think of us as Christ's servants, stewards entrusted with the mysteries of God. What is expected of stewards is that each one should be found worthy of his trust." (1 Cor 4:1-3).

If you have not already contributed, please place your donation envelopes in the Catholic Charities Appeal box located in the back of the church. Thank you in advance for your support of this worthy cause.

A Family Perspective

Today we celebrate Mother's Day because mothers have made the prayer of Jesus in today's Gospel their personal prayer and life's goal. "Father, I have made your name known to those who gave me...and they believed...As you have sent me into the world, so I have sent them...Holy Father, protect them so that they may be one."

That Cheating Soul

I was thrown out of college for cheating on the metaphysics exam. I looked into the soul of the boy next to me.

Women's Club News

Installation Dinner

Our Annual Installtion Dinner will be held on Sunday, June 22nd at the Stottsville Inn. If you would like to join us, please call Ann Cigas, or sign up on the sheet posted on the bulletin board in the church vestibule. At this dinner we will be welcoming in the new officers for the 1997-98.

Parish Picnic

Letters were sent out to each parishioner concerning our 1st Annual Parish Picnic. Please plan to attend this very special event. There will be lots of things to do for all ages. Come out for good food, fellowship, and fun!

Advertisers

Please remember to patronize the following businesses who have supported the Women's Club during the month of May.

Auntie Anne's (215)566-4660

Auntie Anne's are known for the best pretzels in town! This particular Auntie Anne's is located in Granite Run Mall and is owned and operated by one of our own parishioners, Mr. Andrew Michinok Jr.

Whitford Insurance Network (610)524-7860

Whitford Insurance can help you with all of your insurance needs. Ask for Robert Ward, he has many of years of experience in this field.

Pitcherella's Pharmacy (610)384-1309

Pitcherella's Pharmacy is a family owned local business that gives you fast service at low prices with a friendly smile. They also carry cards, cosmetics, and gift items.

Frank Talucci Pools (610)942-9855

Frank's Pools do total pool repair. They also do coping, decks, plaster, and beautiful tile work. Your pool will look brand new when they are done!