St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church

Masses for the Week

Congratulations

Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. LeRoy McComsey who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary last Sunday at Mass. May every grace and blessing be theirs now and always!

Block Collection

During the month of October we will have our annual, traditional Block Collection, to help defray our various and numerous church assessments and expenses. Your envelope can be used anytime during the month of October. Please be as generous as you have been in the past. Thank you and God bless you.

Special Collection Next Weekend

Through our Baptism, each one of us is called to share in Jesus' mission to all peoples, all nations. Next weekend, October 17th/18th, designated as World Mission Sunday, we have a special opportunity to do this, by helping those who carry on the missionary task day by day, often in very difficult and dangerous circumstances. As we pray and offer our contributions through the Propagation of the Faith, we will help Priests, Sisters, Brothers and Lay Catechists who bring the Gospel to life among two-thirds of our human family. Please be as generous as your means allow to this annual appeal supporting the global mission, which Jesus has entrusted to the Church. God love you!

New Parishioners' Sunday

At this weekend's 10:30am Mass, we recognize our new parishioners in a special way, imparting the Church's suggested blessing for new members to a Parish. After Mass, an informal "get acquainted" reception over coffee and donuts will be held in the School Hall. All parishioners, old and new, are welcome to attend and strengthen the ties which unite us.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

This weekend, Confessions will be heard on Sunday, October 11th, from 9:45 to 10:15am, prior to the morning Mass. Next weekend, Confessions will be heard on Saturday, October 17th, from 5:45 to 6:15pm, prior to the evening Mass. Also, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is available anytime upon request.

Your Prayers are Requested

In the kindness of your prayers, please remember the sick: Vera Lahm, Julia Esposito, Casper Hracho, John Yankech, Mary Riley, Rose Guldan, Anne Reshey, Jean Moister, Helen Gentile, Sophie Zelina, and the dead: Father William Bispels.

Halloween Party

A meeting to plan the annual parish Halloween party will be held on Sunday, October 18th, after the 10:30am Mass. The meeting will be held in the school hall. Anyone willing to help with the party is asked to attend. We need your help to make this event a success.

Pastoral Council

A Pastoral Council meeting will be held on Monday, October 19th, at 7:30pm. The meeting will be held in the Rectory. All council members are urged to attend.

A Family Perspective

In his letter to Timothy, read today, St. Paul speaks of his suffering as a result of all he has done for "those whom God has chosen" (that's you and me). Family members, especially parents, often have the same experience doing something out of love and getting grief for it. But like St. Paul, we know that the true rewards are not in this life.

Parish Mission Nearby

St. Cecilia Church, N. 6th Ave. & E. Chestnut St., is conducting a Parish Mission nightly, 7:00-8:00, from October 18th thru October 21st. Each evening offers a Program of Prayer, a Conference by the guest preacher and Fellowship over light refreshements. The Mission is being directed by Father Joe Payne, a Dominican priest and the author of "Befriending: A Self-Guided Retreat for Busy People." All are welcome to participate.

Women' s Club News

Annual Covered Dish Social

Sunday, October 25th, 5:00 PM in the Parish Hall. We look forward to seeing all our members - and husbands are invited if they care to join us. Please call Kathy Catanese, Chairperson. Let us know what favorite covered dish you will be bringing. A very interesting program will be presented that we know you will enjoy.

American Music Theatre

Sunday, November 22nd - to see Holiday Treasures - Show starting time is 3:00 PM. Tickets are $26.00 which includes bus transportation. The show is a delightful Christmas musical taking you on a magical journey of Christmas through the eyes of a child with familiar holiday songs and festive costumes with singing and dancing international Santas and spiritual melodies which announce the birth of the Christ Child.

We think you will enjoy the show very much. Make your reservations as soon as possible, - don’t be disappointed. We have 40 tickets - half are gone already. Call Ann Cigas.

Pierogie Making Session

This Wednesday, October 14th in the Parish Hall. Start time - peel potatoes - 3:00, make pierogies - 5:00-6:00.. Please plan to join us. Many hands will make the project go faster and is a very profitable part of our Annual Christmas Bazaar. Men - we can use your muscle.

75th Anniversary Memorabilia On Sale

T-Shirts ($10), Sweatshirts ($20), Children’s T-Shirts ($8.50), Golf Shirts ($16), Baseball Shirts ($16), Baseball Caps ($10) (For XXL Sizes Add $1). Call Mary Frances Johnson or Barbara Reczek.

New this Week

Replicas of our "old" and "new" churches manufactured by Hometowne Collectibles. Cost is $15.00 each or, if you prefer to purchase the set, the cost is $25.00 for both. Order forms are attached to this bulletin and samples will be on display in the vestibule of the church this week-end. Call Andy Levenite or Ann Cigas if you care to place an order.

The above fund raisers are being offered to help defray the cost of our 75th Anniversary Celebration which we want to make an exceptional affair. We look forward to your usual support and the articles you purchase will certainly be something to treasure..

Patrons

Please patronize the local businesses who have helped support the activities of the Women's Club during the month of October:

H.C. Sheeler Oil 384-3114

Parkesburg Pizza & Beer House 857-1111

Hennessy Brothers Building Contrators 486-0333