MINISTRY SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEKEND St. Francis—Feb. 20th—4:30PM: Lector—Betty Ellen Hardy; Servers—volunteer needed; Rosary—Betty Ellen Hardy; Cantor—Mary Shaughnessy

St. Augustine—Feb 21st—10:30AM: Lector—Bob Allen; Servers—Kiera & Riley Short; Rosary—Ann Zalepa or a volunteer; Cantor—Serena Gardner If at any time you a volunteer is needed for any ministry, please feel free to step forward and offer your services. SANCTUARY LIGHTS, ADORATION VIGIL CANDLES & DEVOTIONAL CANDLE DONATIONS

A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for a Special Intention requested by Joe Purr. A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for healing for all the sick and special intentions.

A Devotional Candle at St. Francis burns in Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Herm Zenk requested by Leo & Loretta Guiton.

CHURCH CLEANING St. Francis cleaners for the month of February—Laura Legg.

St. Augustine cleaners Feb. 14 to 20—volunteers needed; Feb. 21 to 27—the Chen Family.

PARISH PRAYER CHAIN If you would like to help respond to prayer requests (for anyone in need), please contact Rosalynd Perlick (570-663-2212), Susie Reichlen (570-553-2618), or Mary Keenan (570-553-2431). If you have prayer requests, please call anyone on the list and many prayers will be offered for your particular intention.

PRAYER LIST

Lord, hear our prayers for the sick of our Parish and Community listed below and for those who are not listed and in need of our prayers. Katelyn Andre, Michael Haefner, Bill Jones, Jr., David Zevan, Kyle Stoddard, Mary Lou Gregg, Sophie Padula, Madigan Gow, John Flynn, Donald & Terry Baum, Mary Bakay, Donnie Butler, Tommy Williams, Stephen Ambrose, Mary Riley, Toni Colardino, Tom Wenman, Kathy Holt, Linda Hollenback, T.S., Tyler Fletcher, Anna Mae Coleman, Mary Lou Fahs, Steve Hundiak, Richard Hutchinson, Mary K. Long, Joshua Kaminski, Aleisya Abrams, John Bauer, Butch Rosencranz, Ruth King, Brooke Arnold, Adam Kelly, Nancy Lynch, Hallie Brooks, June Riley, Sarah Murnigahan, William Chaney, Daniel Gavin, Sue Anderson, Shawn Burns, Quinn Seymour, Sam Miner, John & Alberta Zielinski, Virginia Raftis, Marie Donahue, Nancy, Matt & Emily, Bob Murphy, Robyn Lawson, Rita Flynn, Elton Carr, Kaleena Dughi, Molly Getter, Debbie Drewry, Bub Davis, Rusty Carmen, Ronalee Eckert, Chelsea Judson, Brenda, Walt Frystak, Amanda Branning, J.K., H.T., Andy Mooney, Dave Hibbard, Jeff Barnard, Phoebe Burrell, Ken Guiton, Mary Elizabeth Healy, George Kotch, Jr., Delmar O’Rourke, Lori & Michelle Parsons, Steve Burrell, Tammy Fleming, Barbara Borsavage, Amy, Gregg Loboda, Mark Kovach, Jerry Conboy, Brendan Kelly, Greg Lasgowka, Shirley Bowser, Paul Kerber, Linda Bush, Dick Lewis, James O’Mara, Joe Redmond, Pat Donnelly, Florian Pasteka, Matt Purtell, Grove Doty, Eleanor Hastings, Bob Keenan, Karen Purtell, Victoria Hegedty, Terry White, Richard Guido, John & Doris Daly, Victoria Grisdale, Alida Priestner, Ann Rounds, Carol Popeck, Fr. Cas, Julie McMahon, Chris Conboy, Lanny Puzo, Brittany Villanella, Clover Lynn Villanella, Annette Glasgow, Marilyn Quick, Lyle Oakes, and Amanda Imsenik. May they regain full health. Please pray for the needs in our Parish Intention Books. Our Lady of Good Health, pray for us. Amen.

ARMED FORCES LIST Please pray for those in our Armed Forces, especially those from our Parish & Community, Christopher Reichlen, Patrick Allen, Shane Kalpokas, Ryan Gormley, Mike Griffith, Matthew Kramer, Dustin Ryder, Bobby Brostoski, Ricky Trowbridge, Ryan Neville, Anthony Flynn, A. Jay Tewksbury, Jennifer Buttacavoli, Andrew Muscarelle, Adam Barziloski, Lukas Crisman, John Matousek, Lisa Phillips, Carrie Krouse, Ryan Newberry, Wayne M. Bennett, Duane Thomas, Joseph Elliott, Mark W. Gregg, Bradley J. Bryant, Kevin Lewandoski, Amberlynn Villanella, Steven Shelp, Daniel Daly, Rip VanWinkle and all who serve with them. May they all be protected & safe from harm & return home soon to their families and friends. Amen. Please call the rectory when the person you put on the Prayer List or Armed Forces List can be removed. If you know of anyone on the list who has passed away, please let us know so that their name can be removed from the list.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT The Roman Catholic Community of ST. BRIGID PARISH,

(St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville, Pa.

St. Augustine Church, Silver Lake, Pa.)

(St. Brigid’s Cross)

-mail: sfxc@epix.net

Father Casimir (Cas) Stanis, Pastor

Kenneth S. Brennan, Deacon

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT

Thank you for your kindness & generosity in our Parish Collections. St. Francis (4:30PM) - $ 982.00; St. Francis (8:00AM) - $ 654.00; St. Augustine (10:30AM) - $ 858.00.

LIFELINES

“Jesus is with us every step of the way, giving us the grace we need. God invites us to embrace the lives we have been given, for as long as they are given. Every life is worth living.” — 2015-16 Respect Life Program Flyer

Divine Mercy Devotions are held following Sunday Masses at St. Francis and St. Augustine. You are encouraged to stay for a few minutes after Mass for this wonderful devotion.

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BULLETINS .

MASS SCHEDULE Sat. Feb. 13 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 1 ST SUNDAY OF LENT

Sun. Feb. 14 8:00AM St. Francis Church - 1 ST SUNDAY OF LENT RALPH WARNER by Mary Warner

10:30AM St. Augustine Church - INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS Mon. Feb. 15 12:00NN St. Francis Church - NO MASS Tue. Feb. 16 8:30AM St. Augustine Church - JEAN REBELLO by Mary Sobral & Family Wed. Feb. 17 8:30AM St. Francis Church - MARY BAHAN by the Estate Thur. Feb. 18 8:30AM St. Francis Church - WANDA PURR & DECEASED FAMILY &

FRIENDS by Joe Purr Fri. Feb. 19 12:00NN St. Francis Church - (Mass & Stations of the Cross)

DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE CAUFIELD FAMILY by David & Rosemary Calabretta

6:00PM St. Augustine Church - (Stations of the Cross) Sat. Feb. 20 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 2 ND SUNDAY OF LENT

Sun. Feb. 21

8:00AM St. Francis Church - 2 ND SUNDAY OF LENT JIM KEENAN by Paul & Mary Burgess

10:30AM St. Augustine Church - INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS

THANK YOU—CARE & EDUCATION OF PRIESTS Thank you for your generous donations to last weeks second collection. Collection total -$ 531.00.

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING The Pastoral Council will meet on Wednesday, February 24th, at 6:00PM in the Rectory.

PARISH LOTTERY CALENDARS

Parish Lottery Calendars are available in the back of the Churches. Again this year calendars are $ 20.00 each. They run from April 1st thru December 31st, 2016. Each family in our Parish is asked to take at least (5) calendars to sell. There are both packages of (5) calendars and loose (single) calendars available. (Please do not break up the packages.) You are asked to please sign the calendars out on the sign out sheet provided. Please help to make this very important fund raiser a success again this year!

THANK YOU BRUNCH FOR VOLUNTEERS

Sunday, March 13th, we will honor volunteers in our Parish. A brunch for volunteers & their families will be held in Neumann Hall beginning at 12 Noon. If you are a member of the following: Parish Council, Finance Council, Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Cantor, Choir, Officer of Altar & Rosary, Altar Server, CCD Teacher, Food Pantry Coordinator, Adoration Coordinator, Fund Raiser chairmen/committee persons, CYO Moderator, Softball Manager, RCIA leaders, Money Counters, or lawn maintenance personnel, you are invited to attend. Call the Rectory (570-553-2288); Homan’s (570-553-2860) or email jhoman@epix.net with number attending so preparations can be made.

CANTOR

A few more Cantors are still needed. If you are interested in leading the congregation in song, please contact Marilee Beyer (570-934-0976) for more information and training.

MASS INTENTIONS AVAILABLE

Would you like to remember your loved one, relatives, or friends in a special way during the coming year??? Why not do so through a Mass said in their memory/honor. What a beautiful way to remember their memory and an incentive to attend Mass that day. It has been several years since you have had this opportunity. Don’t let this golden opportunity pass you by without taking advantage this new year.

FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION VIA THE WEINBERG FOOD BANK

This free food distribution for those in need is for SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY. Any resident of Susquehanna County who needs food is welcome. Distribution will be held THIS TUESDAY, February 16th, 12Noon to 2:00PM & 5-6PM at the Little Meadows United Methodist Church. Please note that the evening times have changed. For Susquehanna County residents, with need only, please.

2016 CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE The 2016 Second Annual Catholic Men’s Conference, “Be A Man: Jesus Christ, The Face of True Manhood”, will be held Saturday, April 23, at King’s College, Scandlon Physical Education Center, 149 North Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA. The day begins with Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary at 6:00AM. Registration & Continental Breakfast is at 7:00AM, and Confer-ence is from 8:00AM to 3:00PM. Register online at: www.BeAManConference.com or mail the completed conference brochure application with your check to Attn: Men’s Conference, Office for Parish Life, 330 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 18503. (Mark “Men’s Conference” on the memo line of your check.) Fliers with registration sheet are available in the back of our Churches.

2ND ANNUAL BRACKNEY FOOD COLLECTION This special food collection in honor of Julie Rounds birthday was held this Saturday. Because we did not have the information in time for last weeks bulletin, we are offering an opportunity for you to participate by leaving your donations in the back of the Church during the next couple of weeks. Donations go to “Rise” a program in the Binghamton area. Please be sure to mark your donation for “Rise” or our own “Food Pantry”.

VOCATIONAL DISCERNMENT ~ WHAT ABOUT YOU?? A Day of Vocational Discernment will be held on Saturday, March 5th from 11AM to 5PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Dushore, Pa. This day features Fr. Don Williams, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Scranton; the Capuchin Sisters, a Franciscan Religious Order; and Fr. Richard Rojas, IHM Pastor. There will be music, Eucharistic Adoration, lunch, Reconciliation, workshops and Mass. Fliers are in the back of our Churches. For more information, please call IHM Parish (570-928-8865).

MINISTRY SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEKEND St. Francis—Feb. 20th—4:30PM: Lector—Betty Ellen Hardy; Servers—volunteer needed; Rosary—Betty Ellen Hardy; Cantor—Mary Shaughnessy

St. Augustine—Feb 21st—10:30AM: Lector—Bob Allen; Servers—Kiera & Riley Short; Rosary—Ann Zalepa or a volunteer; Cantor—Serena Gardner If at any time you a volunteer is needed for any ministry, please feel free to step forward and offer your services. SANCTUARY LIGHTS, ADORATION VIGIL CANDLES & DEVOTIONAL CANDLE DONATIONS

A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for a Special Intention requested by Joe Purr. A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for healing for all the sick and special intentions.

A Devotional Candle at St. Francis burns in Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Herm Zenk requested by Leo & Loretta Guiton.

CHURCH CLEANING St. Francis cleaners for the month of February—Laura Legg.

St. Augustine cleaners Feb. 14 to 20—volunteers needed; Feb. 21 to 27—the Chen Family.

PARISH PRAYER CHAIN If you would like to help respond to prayer requests (for anyone in need), please contact Rosalynd Perlick (570-663-2212), Susie Reichlen (570-553-2618), or Mary Keenan (570-553-2431). If you have prayer requests, please call anyone on the list and many prayers will be offered for your particular intention.

PRAYER LIST

Lord, hear our prayers for the sick of our Parish and Community listed below and for those who are not listed and in need of our prayers. Katelyn Andre, Michael Haefner, Bill Jones, Jr., David Zevan, Kyle Stoddard, Mary Lou Gregg, Sophie Padula, Madigan Gow, John Flynn, Donald & Terry Baum, Mary Bakay, Donnie Butler, Tommy Williams, Stephen Ambrose, Mary Riley, Toni Colardino, Tom Wenman, Kathy Holt, Linda Hollenback, T.S., Tyler Fletcher, Anna Mae Coleman, Mary Lou Fahs, Steve Hundiak, Richard Hutchinson, Mary K. Long, Joshua Kaminski, Aleisya Abrams, John Bauer, Butch Rosencranz, Ruth King, Brooke Arnold, Adam Kelly, Nancy Lynch, Hallie Brooks, June Riley, Sarah Murnigahan, William Chaney, Daniel Gavin, Sue Anderson, Shawn Burns, Quinn Seymour, Sam Miner, John & Alberta Zielinski, Virginia Raftis, Marie Donahue, Nancy, Matt & Emily, Bob Murphy, Robyn Lawson, Rita Flynn, Elton Carr, Kaleena Dughi, Molly Getter, Debbie Drewry, Bub Davis, Rusty Carmen, Ronalee Eckert, Chelsea Judson, Brenda, Walt Frystak, Amanda Branning, J.K., H.T., Andy Mooney, Dave Hibbard, Jeff Barnard, Phoebe Burrell, Ken Guiton, Mary Elizabeth Healy, George Kotch, Jr., Delmar O’Rourke, Lori & Michelle Parsons, Steve Burrell, Tammy Fleming, Barbara Borsavage, Amy, Gregg Loboda, Mark Kovach, Jerry Conboy, Brendan Kelly, Greg Lasgowka, Shirley Bowser, Paul Kerber, Linda Bush, Dick Lewis, James O’Mara, Joe Redmond, Pat Donnelly, Florian Pasteka, Matt Purtell, Grove Doty, Eleanor Hastings, Bob Keenan, Karen Purtell, Victoria Hegedty, Terry White, Richard Guido, John & Doris Daly, Victoria Grisdale, Alida Priestner, Ann Rounds, Carol Popeck, Fr. Cas, Julie McMahon, Chris Conboy, Lanny Puzo, Brittany Villanella, Clover Lynn Villanella, Annette Glasgow, Marilyn Quick, Lyle Oakes, and Amanda Imsenik. May they regain full health. Please pray for the needs in our Parish Intention Books. Our Lady of Good Health, pray for us. Amen.

ARMED FORCES LIST Please pray for those in our Armed Forces, especially those from our Parish & Community, Christopher Reichlen, Patrick Allen, Shane Kalpokas, Ryan Gormley, Mike Griffith, Matthew Kramer, Dustin Ryder, Bobby Brostoski, Ricky Trowbridge, Ryan Neville, Anthony Flynn, A. Jay Tewksbury, Jennifer Buttacavoli, Andrew Muscarelle, Adam Barziloski, Lukas Crisman, John Matousek, Lisa Phillips, Carrie Krouse, Ryan Newberry, Wayne M. Bennett, Duane Thomas, Joseph Elliott, Mark W. Gregg, Bradley J. Bryant, Kevin Lewandoski, Amberlynn Villanella, Steven Shelp, Daniel Daly, Rip VanWinkle and all who serve with them. May they all be protected & safe from harm & return home soon to their families and friends. Amen. Please call the rectory when the person you put on the Prayer List or Armed Forces List can be removed. If you know of anyone on the list who has passed away, please let us know so that their name can be removed from the list.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT The Roman Catholic Community of ST. BRIGID PARISH,

(St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville, Pa.

St. Augustine Church, Silver Lake, Pa.)

(St. Brigid’s Cross)

-mail: sfxc@epix.net

Father Casimir (Cas) Stanis, Pastor

Kenneth S. Brennan, Deacon

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT

Thank you for your kindness & generosity in our Parish Collections. St. Francis (4:30PM) - $ 982.00; St. Francis (8:00AM) - $ 654.00; St. Augustine (10:30AM) - $ 858.00.

LIFELINES

“Jesus is with us every step of the way, giving us the grace we need. God invites us to embrace the lives we have been given, for as long as they are given. Every life is worth living.” — 2015-16 Respect Life Program Flyer

Divine Mercy Devotions are held following Sunday Masses at St. Francis and St. Augustine. You are encouraged to stay for a few minutes after Mass for this wonderful devotion.

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BULLETINS .

MASS SCHEDULE Sat. Feb. 13 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 1 ST SUNDAY OF LENT

Sun. Feb. 14 8:00AM St. Francis Church - 1 ST SUNDAY OF LENT RALPH WARNER by Mary Warner

10:30AM St. Augustine Church - INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS Mon. Feb. 15 12:00NN St. Francis Church - NO MASS Tue. Feb. 16 8:30AM St. Augustine Church - JEAN REBELLO by Mary Sobral & Family Wed. Feb. 17 8:30AM St. Francis Church - MARY BAHAN by the Estate Thur. Feb. 18 8:30AM St. Francis Church - WANDA PURR & DECEASED FAMILY &

FRIENDS by Joe Purr Fri. Feb. 19 12:00NN St. Francis Church - (Mass & Stations of the Cross)

DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE CAUFIELD FAMILY by David & Rosemary Calabretta

6:00PM St. Augustine Church - (Stations of the Cross) Sat. Feb. 20 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 2 ND SUNDAY OF LENT

Sun. Feb. 21

8:00AM St. Francis Church - 2 ND SUNDAY OF LENT JIM KEENAN by Paul & Mary Burgess

10:30AM St. Augustine Church - INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS

THANK YOU—CARE & EDUCATION OF PRIESTS Thank you for your generous donations to last weeks second collection. Collection total -$ 531.00.

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING The Pastoral Council will meet on Wednesday, February 24th, at 6:00PM in the Rectory.

PARISH LOTTERY CALENDARS

Parish Lottery Calendars are available in the back of the Churches. Again this year calendars are $ 20.00 each. They run from April 1st thru December 31st, 2016. Each family in our Parish is asked to take at least (5) calendars to sell. There are both packages of (5) calendars and loose (single) calendars available. (Please do not break up the packages.) You are asked to please sign the calendars out on the sign out sheet provided. Please help to make this very important fund raiser a success again this year!

THANK YOU BRUNCH FOR VOLUNTEERS

Sunday, March 13th, we will honor volunteers in our Parish. A brunch for volunteers & their families will be held in Neumann Hall beginning at 12 Noon. If you are a member of the following: Parish Council, Finance Council, Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Cantor, Choir, Officer of Altar & Rosary, Altar Server, CCD Teacher, Food Pantry Coordinator, Adoration Coordinator, Fund Raiser chairmen/committee persons, CYO Moderator, Softball Manager, RCIA leaders, Money Counters, or lawn maintenance personnel, you are invited to attend. Call the Rectory (570-553-2288); Homan’s (570-553-2860) or email jhoman@epix.net with number attending so preparations can be made.

CANTOR

A few more Cantors are still needed. If you are interested in leading the congregation in song, please contact Marilee Beyer (570-934-0976) for more information and training.

MASS INTENTIONS AVAILABLE

Would you like to remember your loved one, relatives, or friends in a special way during the coming year??? Why not do so through a Mass said in their memory/honor. What a beautiful way to remember their memory and an incentive to attend Mass that day. It has been several years since you have had this opportunity. Don’t let this golden opportunity pass you by without taking advantage this new year.

FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION VIA THE WEINBERG FOOD BANK

This free food distribution for those in need is for SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY. Any resident of Susquehanna County who needs food is welcome. Distribution will be held THIS TUESDAY, February 16th, 12Noon to 2:00PM & 5-6PM at the Little Meadows United Methodist Church. Please note that the evening times have changed. For Susquehanna County residents, with need only, please.

2016 CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE The 2016 Second Annual Catholic Men’s Conference, “Be A Man: Jesus Christ, The Face of True Manhood”, will be held Saturday, April 23, at King’s College, Scandlon Physical Education Center, 149 North Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA. The day begins with Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary at 6:00AM. Registration & Continental Breakfast is at 7:00AM, and Confer-ence is from 8:00AM to 3:00PM. Register online at: www.BeAManConference.com or mail the completed conference brochure application with your check to Attn: Men’s Conference, Office for Parish Life, 330 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 18503. (Mark “Men’s Conference” on the memo line of your check.) Fliers with registration sheet are available in the back of our Churches.

2ND ANNUAL BRACKNEY FOOD COLLECTION This special food collection in honor of Julie Rounds birthday was held this Saturday. Because we did not have the information in time for last weeks bulletin, we are offering an opportunity for you to participate by leaving your donations in the back of the Church during the next couple of weeks. Donations go to “Rise” a program in the Binghamton area. Please be sure to mark your donation for “Rise” or our own “Food Pantry”.

VOCATIONAL DISCERNMENT ~ WHAT ABOUT YOU?? A Day of Vocational Discernment will be held on Saturday, March 5th from 11AM to 5PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Dushore, Pa. This day features Fr. Don Williams, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Scranton; the Capuchin Sisters, a Franciscan Religious Order; and Fr. Richard Rojas, IHM Pastor. There will be music, Eucharistic Adoration, lunch, Reconciliation, workshops and Mass. Fliers are in the back of our Churches. For more information, please call IHM Parish (570-928-8865).

2016 REGULATIONS FOR LENT All faithful of the Diocese of Scranton are reminded of Diocesan Statute No. 41, which addresses the penitential aspect of Lent: “The season of Lent is penitential in nature and during Lent penance should be not only internal and individual, but also external and social (Sacrosanctum Concilium, No. 5, 109). Pastors are obliged to avoid scheduling activities in the parishes which in any way could possibly detract from the external and social penance required by Lent.” During Lent the following fast and abstinence regulations are observed: Good Friday, March 25th, is a day of fast and abstinence. Fridays during Lent are days of abstinence. All Catholics who have reached their 14th birthday are to abstain from eating meat on

Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and on all Fridays during Lent. All Catholics over 18 years of age to the beginning of their 60th year are bound to the

obligation of fasting. Those bound by this rule may take only one full meal and two smaller meals unless dispensed or excused.

LENTEN REMINDERS

Lent is a time for sacrifice and for spiritual renewal as we reflect upon our baptism and the call given to each of us to walk as disciples of the Lord. We are provided with three personal challenges associated with our individual observance of Lent: Almsgiving – generously giving to those in need Fasting – practicing self-discipline and self-denial Prayer – reading, hearing and reflecting on the Word of God Lent is also a penitential season. It is a time to seek forgiveness, to look inward, and to admit our shortcomings and failures. It is a time to regroup and to prepare. How can you spend your time during Lent? By “giving up” things you hunger after, such as sweets or alcohol; or activities you desire, such

as vacations, concerts or movies. By “doing” things to help others, such as offering an extra donation to the poor or helping those

in need by providing food or clothing. By “adding” to our normal routine, such as going to daily Mass, praying the Stations of the

Cross and going to confession.

“THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU” In this Year of Faith, the Church invites us to renew our faith and rekindle our relationship with our Savior Jesus Christ. One of the greatest ways to accept this invitation is through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, given to us by Jesus to receive His healing love.

The Church encourages us to make confession a regular part of our spiritual life, especially during the holy season of Lent, as we reflect on our baptism and repentance. Bishop Joseph C. Bambera is helping to make this experience possible by arranging for a Lenten initiative called “The Light Is On For You”. IN ST. BRIGID PARISH, because in past years no one has attended “The Light Is On For You”, in the first weeks of Lent, Fr. Cas will not be hearing Confessions until the later weeks of Lent. The schedule for “The Light Is On For You”, Confessions in St. Brigid Parish is as follows: March 7th, 14th, and 21st from 6:00 to 7:00PM at St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville. The website, www.dioceseofscranton.org/light has materials to assist you in preparing to make a good confession, prayers you may find helpful, and answers to frequently asked questions. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

KNOW A MARRIAGE THAT NEEDS HELP?~RETROUVAILLE—A LIFELINE FOR MARRIAGES

Throw them a lifeline and tell them about Retrouvaille, a program that helps couples who are having marital difficulties. This program is for all couples, at any stage of marriage that need help to communicate with each other in a more attentive and loving manner. The next program is Feb. 26-Feb. 28, 2016, at The Ramada Inn, Clarks Summit, PA. Please call 800-470-2230 for more information or to register or visit the website at www.helpourmarriage.org.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Bishop Bambera and the Office for Parish Life wish to invite couples celebrating their 25th or 50th wedding anniversary in 2016 to a Wedding Anniversary Mass, Sunday, June 5th, at 2:30PM at St. Peter’s Cathedral followed by a reception. Requests for an invitation, with a mailing address, should be made through your parish office before March 7th.

SCHEDULE FOR STATIONS OF THE CROSS Stations will be held Friday, February 19th, following Noon Mass at St. Francis Church.

Stations begin Friday, February 19th, at 6:00PM at St. Augustine Church. Stations of the Cross will continue with the above schedule all Friday’s during Lent. There will be no Stations of the Cross on Tuesday morning at St. Augustine.

ROSARY DURING LENT

The Rosary will be held before all weekday Masses. Volunteers are encouraged to lead the Rosary. You don’t need to wait for Fr. Cas, as he may be hearing Confessions. If someone would like to lead the Rosary, please do so.

EASTER FLOWER ENVELOPES

You are reminded that Easter Flower Donation Envelopes are in your envelope boxes. There is space on the back for memorials.

LENTEN READING MATERIALS

In the back of our Churches are copies of the Lenten Edition of “The Word Among Us”. Please feel free to take a copy home with you and use as part of your daily Lenten meditations.

COMBINED CHOIR PRACTICE FOR HOLY WEEK & EASTER

The Combined Choir is practicing for Holy Week and Easter on Tuesday evenings at 6:00PM in St. Francis Church. Please consider joining the choir to help make our services even more beautiful.

OPERATION RICE BOWL—HUNGERING FOR OPPORTUNITY Our journey with CRS Rice Bowl begins in Colombia, where coffee beans are changing lives! What actions can we take this Lent to change lives—at home and around the world? Visit crsricebowl.org for more information. Lent runs continues until the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, March 24th.

FOOD CARDS/FOOD PANTRY EASTER FOOD CARDS: We have a total of (14) families on our Food Card list. If you know of any family or individual who needs help, please call the rectory or put a note in the collection basket. If you have put someone on the list in the past and they no longer need help, please let us know. You may put your donation, (check or cash), in the collection basket in an envelope marked “attention: Kay—Food Cards” or mail it to the rectory. All donations are needed and are greatly appreciated.

FOOD PANTRY: We are now preparing for Easter Baskets. Donations for hams would be appreciated and should be put in the collection marked Food Pantry. Any checks must be made payable to “The Food Pantry”. Thank you for sharing with others. May God bless you a hundredfold.

SHEETS/BLANKETS/NECK TIES NEEDED

Old/used sheets & blankets are needed to make sleeping bags for the homeless. If you are cleaning out your closet, please consider donating them for this worthy cause. Donations can be left in the back of the Churches or dropped off at the Rectory, (if no one is there, please leave donations on the porch by the driveway). All donations are most welcome. Also needed are old, used neckties (not clip-on).

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF BROOME COUNTY The Catholic Schools of Broome County: Admissions for the 2016-2017 School Year are open. Early Childhood Education through 12th Grade. 100% graduation rate. Tuition assistance available. Transportation available from Pennsylvania . Contact the Office of Admissions at 607-748-7423 x3 for more information or to schedule a tour for any of our schools. Apply Now. Consider the possibilities waiting for your children. www.broomecatholicschools.org

ADORATION HOURS OPEN Have you been wanting an hour of adoration alone with our Lord? The following hours are open: Wednesday—5-6PM; Thursday—10-11AM; Thursday—6-7PM. We do close when the weather is bad, so don’t let that keep you from trying an hour. “The best time you spend on earth is time spent with Jesus.” Call or email Andrea Chen if you would like an hour. ( cathmomofsix@gmail.com or 607-669-4875 )

BIBLE STUDY Bible Study is held Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00AM at Neumann Hall. New members are always welcome.

2016 REGULATIONS FOR LENT All faithful of the Diocese of Scranton are reminded of Diocesan Statute No. 41, which addresses the penitential aspect of Lent: “The season of Lent is penitential in nature and during Lent penance should be not only internal and individual, but also external and social (Sacrosanctum Concilium, No. 5, 109). Pastors are obliged to avoid scheduling activities in the parishes which in any way could possibly detract from the external and social penance required by Lent.” During Lent the following fast and abstinence regulations are observed: Good Friday, March 25th, is a day of fast and abstinence. Fridays during Lent are days of abstinence. All Catholics who have reached their 14th birthday are to abstain from eating meat on

Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and on all Fridays during Lent. All Catholics over 18 years of age to the beginning of their 60th year are bound to the

obligation of fasting. Those bound by this rule may take only one full meal and two smaller meals unless dispensed or excused.

LENTEN REMINDERS

Lent is a time for sacrifice and for spiritual renewal as we reflect upon our baptism and the call given to each of us to walk as disciples of the Lord. We are provided with three personal challenges associated with our individual observance of Lent: Almsgiving – generously giving to those in need Fasting – practicing self-discipline and self-denial Prayer – reading, hearing and reflecting on the Word of God Lent is also a penitential season. It is a time to seek forgiveness, to look inward, and to admit our shortcomings and failures. It is a time to regroup and to prepare. How can you spend your time during Lent? By “giving up” things you hunger after, such as sweets or alcohol; or activities you desire, such

as vacations, concerts or movies. By “doing” things to help others, such as offering an extra donation to the poor or helping those

in need by providing food or clothing. By “adding” to our normal routine, such as going to daily Mass, praying the Stations of the

Cross and going to confession.

“THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU” In this Year of Faith, the Church invites us to renew our faith and rekindle our relationship with our Savior Jesus Christ. One of the greatest ways to accept this invitation is through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, given to us by Jesus to receive His healing love.

The Church encourages us to make confession a regular part of our spiritual life, especially during the holy season of Lent, as we reflect on our baptism and repentance. Bishop Joseph C. Bambera is helping to make this experience possible by arranging for a Lenten initiative called “The Light Is On For You”. IN ST. BRIGID PARISH, because in past years no one has attended “The Light Is On For You”, in the first weeks of Lent, Fr. Cas will not be hearing Confessions until the later weeks of Lent. The schedule for “The Light Is On For You”, Confessions in St. Brigid Parish is as follows: March 7th, 14th, and 21st from 6:00 to 7:00PM at St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville. The website, www.dioceseofscranton.org/light has materials to assist you in preparing to make a good confession, prayers you may find helpful, and answers to frequently asked questions. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

KNOW A MARRIAGE THAT NEEDS HELP?~RETROUVAILLE—A LIFELINE FOR MARRIAGES

Throw them a lifeline and tell them about Retrouvaille, a program that helps couples who are having marital difficulties. This program is for all couples, at any stage of marriage that need help to communicate with each other in a more attentive and loving manner. The next program is Feb. 26-Feb. 28, 2016, at The Ramada Inn, Clarks Summit, PA. Please call 800-470-2230 for more information or to register or visit the website at www.helpourmarriage.org.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Bishop Bambera and the Office for Parish Life wish to invite couples celebrating their 25th or 50th wedding anniversary in 2016 to a Wedding Anniversary Mass, Sunday, June 5th, at 2:30PM at St. Peter’s Cathedral followed by a reception. Requests for an invitation, with a mailing address, should be made through your parish office before March 7th.

SCHEDULE FOR STATIONS OF THE CROSS Stations will be held Friday, February 19th, following Noon Mass at St. Francis Church.

Stations begin Friday, February 19th, at 6:00PM at St. Augustine Church. Stations of the Cross will continue with the above schedule all Friday’s during Lent. There will be no Stations of the Cross on Tuesday morning at St. Augustine.

ROSARY DURING LENT

The Rosary will be held before all weekday Masses. Volunteers are encouraged to lead the Rosary. You don’t need to wait for Fr. Cas, as he may be hearing Confessions. If someone would like to lead the Rosary, please do so.

EASTER FLOWER ENVELOPES

You are reminded that Easter Flower Donation Envelopes are in your envelope boxes. There is space on the back for memorials.

LENTEN READING MATERIALS

In the back of our Churches are copies of the Lenten Edition of “The Word Among Us”. Please feel free to take a copy home with you and use as part of your daily Lenten meditations.

COMBINED CHOIR PRACTICE FOR HOLY WEEK & EASTER

The Combined Choir is practicing for Holy Week and Easter on Tuesday evenings at 6:00PM in St. Francis Church. Please consider joining the choir to help make our services even more beautiful.

OPERATION RICE BOWL—HUNGERING FOR OPPORTUNITY Our journey with CRS Rice Bowl begins in Colombia, where coffee beans are changing lives! What actions can we take this Lent to change lives—at home and around the world? Visit crsricebowl.org for more information. Lent runs continues until the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, March 24th.

FOOD CARDS/FOOD PANTRY EASTER FOOD CARDS: We have a total of (14) families on our Food Card list. If you know of any family or individual who needs help, please call the rectory or put a note in the collection basket. If you have put someone on the list in the past and they no longer need help, please let us know. You may put your donation, (check or cash), in the collection basket in an envelope marked “attention: Kay—Food Cards” or mail it to the rectory. All donations are needed and are greatly appreciated.

FOOD PANTRY: We are now preparing for Easter Baskets. Donations for hams would be appreciated and should be put in the collection marked Food Pantry. Any checks must be made payable to “The Food Pantry”. Thank you for sharing with others. May God bless you a hundredfold.

SHEETS/BLANKETS/NECK TIES NEEDED

Old/used sheets & blankets are needed to make sleeping bags for the homeless. If you are cleaning out your closet, please consider donating them for this worthy cause. Donations can be left in the back of the Churches or dropped off at the Rectory, (if no one is there, please leave donations on the porch by the driveway). All donations are most welcome. Also needed are old, used neckties (not clip-on).

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF BROOME COUNTY The Catholic Schools of Broome County: Admissions for the 2016-2017 School Year are open. Early Childhood Education through 12th Grade. 100% graduation rate. Tuition assistance available. Transportation available from Pennsylvania . Contact the Office of Admissions at 607-748-7423 x3 for more information or to schedule a tour for any of our schools. Apply Now. Consider the possibilities waiting for your children. www.broomecatholicschools.org

ADORATION HOURS OPEN Have you been wanting an hour of adoration alone with our Lord? The following hours are open: Wednesday—5-6PM; Thursday—10-11AM; Thursday—6-7PM. We do close when the weather is bad, so don’t let that keep you from trying an hour. “The best time you spend on earth is time spent with Jesus.” Call or email Andrea Chen if you would like an hour. ( cathmomofsix@gmail.com or 607-669-4875 )

BIBLE STUDY Bible Study is held Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00AM at Neumann Hall. New members are always welcome.