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Scripture SpeaksLet God reveal Himself to you in

His Word. As you reflect on these readings, feel free to use available

space to make notes, mark, or highlight anything that speaks to you.

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FIRST READING—Wisdom 2:12, 17-20The wicked say: Let us beset the just one, because he is obnoxious to us; he sets himself against our doings, reproaches us for transgressions of the law and charges us with violations of our training. Let us see whether his words be true; let us find out what will happen to him. For if the just one be the son of God, God will defend him and deliver him from the hand of his foes. With revilement and torture let us put the just one to the test that we may have proof of his gentleness and try his patience. Let us condemn him to a shameful death; for according to his own words, God will take care of him.

RESPONSORIAL—Psalm 54:3-4, 5, 6 and 8Response: The Lord upholds my life.

O God, by your name save me, and by your might defend my cause.O God, hear my prayer; hearken to the words of my mouth. (R.)

For the haughty have risen up against me, the ruthless seek my life;they set not God before their eyes.(R.)

Behold, God is my helper; the Lord sustains my life.Freely will I offer you sacrifice; I will praise your name, O LORD, for its goodness. (R.)

SECOND READING—James 3:16—4:3Beloved:Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every foul practice. But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, without inconstancy or insincerity. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for those who cultivate peace.

Where do the wars and where do the conflicts among you come from? Is it not from your passions that make war within your members? You covet but do not possess. You kill and envy but you cannot obtain;you fight and wage war. You do not possess because you do not ask. You ask but do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.

25th Sunday of Ordinary Time + September 19, 2021

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THE NICENE CREEDI believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

GOSPEL— Mark 9:30-37

Jesus and his disciples left from there and began a journey through Galilee,

but he did not wish anyone to know about it. He was teaching his disciples

and telling them, “The Son of Man is to be handed over to men and they

will kill him, and three days after his death the Son of Man will rise.”

But they did not understand the saying, and they were afraid to question him.

They came to Capernaum and, once inside the house, he began to ask them,

“What were you arguing about on the way?”

But they remained silent.

They had been discussing among themselves on the way who was the greatest.

Then he sat down, called the Twelve, and said to them,

“If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.”

Taking a child, he placed it in the their midst, and putting his arms around it, he said to

them, “Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me; and whoever

receives me, receives not me but the One who sent me.”

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A MESSAGE FROM FATHER MIKE

e know that prayer is powerful, but there are times when the scope of evil in the world can be so vast we can lose heart. The Church wisely gives us 40 days each year to repent and return to the Lord. We are blessed by its existence and by its limitedness. While we should always be repenting, always returning to the Lord, Lent focuses us.

Similarly, legal abortion in our nation is an evil that can overwhelm us. The 40 Days for Life campaign wisely chooses two 40 day periods a year to pray and fast to end abortion. September 22 begins the Fall Campaign.

I have been involved in the pro-life movement since my childhood and have seen the Lord work through this movement in profound ways. 40 Days for Life has been especially powerful and beautiful in its consistent, prayerful and peaceful manner of opposing the power of evil with the name of Jesus. Let’s keep it going!

The kickoff to this year’s campaign is this Tuesday, September 21. Join us at Epiphany Church (next to PPG Paints arena) for Mass at 7:00 PM followed by a candlelit Eucharistic procession to Planned Parenthood on Liberty Ave. Father Tim Deely will be preaching the Mass and he will certainly get our hearts ready for this 40 day holy campaign for life and light against death and darkness.

Please consider coming to the Mass and also participating in prayer over the course of the campaign.

40daysforlife.com/en/pittsburghTUESDAY Divine Mercy Parish

Epiphany Church184 Washington PlacePittsburgh PA 152197:00 PM

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JASON GAWALDODirector of Faith [email protected]

hat are you passionate about? What stirs you and excites you, for good or for bad? This week, the Spirit speaks to us about our passions.

The Catechism defines passions as feelings or emotions that move us to action when we think something is good or bad (see CCC 1763). The anger I feel at a perceived injustice and the love I feel at seeing my wife and kids playing are both passions. Passions are neither good nor bad by themselves; they only take on a moral character by the actions I choose in response to them. That is where my reasoning comes in. I cannot always choose what feelings I feel and what attractions I have, but I can choose how I process those things, if I embrace them or put obstacles in their way, and what actions I ultimately take as a result of what I feel.

And that is what James is speaking to today. “Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every foul practice.” When I entertain those feelings and cultivate them, I should expect to bear the fruits of disorder and every foul practice. The Spirit even goes so far as to say that wars are a symptom of the spiritual battle raging within each of us.When I cannot keep my jealousy and anger in check, it can easily spill over into violence. Instead of this slavery to my strong feelings, the Spirit invites us to cultivate peace.

Passions can even reduce the effectiveness of our prayers. When we ask God to give us something to feed every whimsical craving that we feel, we essentially ask him to ignore our petition. Otherwise, we are asking God to chase our fleeting fancies that will never be satisfied, like a parent spoiling a child by giving them everything they think they want at the moment. As James said earlier in this letter, “every good and perfect gift is from above” (1:17), but the bad and imperfect gifts we sometimes crave and ask for will not be given from above.

So what then of our feelings? Is the Spirit asking us to repress our feelings and live by cold reason alone? No. If love is choosing to will the good of the beloved, an even better love is to feel joy about wanting good for another. Again, the Catechism says, “Moral perfection consists in man’s being moved to the good not by his will alone, but also by his sensitive appetite” [i.e. his feelings] (CCC 1770). The Lord wants us to feel good about wanting good. He does not want us simply to feel strong feelings and act on them without thought. He does not want us to be enslaved to our passions. Rather, he wants to help us cultivate the inner freedom to feel real peace, joy, and contentment. And he is passionate about it!

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MASS TIMESBeginning Saturday, September 11

BEAVER VALLEY WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Saturdays—

3:00 PM Confessions at Our Lady of Peace

3:00 PM Confessions at Good Samaritan

4:00 PM Vigil Mass at Our Lady of Peace

4:00 PM Vigil Mass at Good Samaritan

Sundays—

9:00 AM Confessions at St. John the Baptist

9:00 AM Mass at Our Lady of Peace

10:00 AM Mass at St. John the Baptist

11:00 AM Mass at Good Samaritan

4:00 PM Mass in Spanish at Good Samaritan

SAINTS JOHN & PAUL

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Saturdays—

4:00 PM Confessions

5:00 PM Vigil Mass

Sundays—

7:30, 9:00 & 11:00 AM Mass

7:00 PM Outdoor Mass

9:00 AM Saturday Mass will be discontinued.

Daily Mass moves to the Grotto September 13.

This schedule will be re-evaluated in Spring of 2022.

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&facebook.com/SaintsJohnandPaulParishfacebook.com/BVParishes youtube.com/c/SaintsJohnPaul

WATCH THEM ALL ON...

THURSDAYS AT 2PM

REGISTER TODAY greatgrouping.org/respect-life

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he March for Life in Washington D.C. provides an opportunity each year for thousands of pro-life Americans to been seen and heard in our nation’s Capital—to our federal legislators.

I have participated in the March many times and find solidarity with other like-minded people from across the United States.

There is strength in numbers, and the thousands who have participated each year since 1973 show an unwavering support for human life in our country.

I am excited to take part in the first-ever Pennsylvania March for Life and take this effort, along with fellow Pennsylvanians, to the steps of our State Capitol in Harrisburg in September.

The March will send an important message to our elected officials in Harrisburg and beyond that unborn life must be protected.

It will offer a unique opportunity to show public support for the sanctity of human life, closer to home and during a warmer time of the year!

I hope you will join us on September 27. Mark your calendar!

—Marie Pfau

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If you are not Catholic, or if you were baptized Catholic but never taught about the Catholic faith, then RCIA is for you.

By joining our RCIA group you are not making a commitment to join the Catholic Church. Rather, you are just considering that option and learning more about the faith.

Come to our informational meeting on Tuesday, September 14 at 7:00 PM. Curiosity and questions are very welcome!

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next meetingtuesday, september 21 at 7:00 PM

saints john & Paul multi-purpose [email protected]

[email protected](724) 935-2104

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CINDY DESCHAINEPastoral Associate, Beaver Valley

[email protected]

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ou may be familiar with Amen to Action packing a million

meals on the day after Thanksgiving. It was an initiative started

by Bishop Zubik in the hope of creating an ecumenical event to serve

people in our diocese suffering from food insecurities.

COVID has made gathering the 4,000 people needed to put on the

event no longer possible. But there are more people who suffer from

food insecurities now than before the pandemic started in March 2020.

Last year, the Great Grouping put on a mini Amen to Action as a

pilot program for the main Amen to Action event. As a result of our

efforts, this year’s Amen to Action will happen on every Saturday in

November at ten different sites, strategically located throughout the

diocese at Catholic churches, North Catholic High School, and other

Christian denomination locations. The millionth meal will be packed on

the day after Thanksgiving at Sacred Heart Church in Shadyside.

With November right around the corner, your help is needed! Please

take part in one of the packing events around the city. To see where

the Amen to Action packing events are held and when, please visit

amentoaction.org and sign up to help pack one million meals in

November. Space is limited at each location to keep social distance

between packers, so sign up early to secure your spot. If you are

unable to attend an Amen to Action event, but would like to make a

donation, please visit amentoaction.org to make your tax deductible

donation online. Together, we can make a difference!

amentoaction.org

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became an usher as Saints John & Paul was slowly

reopening from the COVID shutdown. Initially ushers served

as traffic cops directing the congregation to open pews

while maintaining social distance. It was encouraging to see

so many people attending Mass despite the restrictions and

the absence of Mass obligation.

Now, it’s great to see that smiling faces are once again

visible! As an usher, you have the opportunity to interact

with and provide fellowship to the fabulous future saints

that make our parish such a special place. No special skills

are required (or I certainly wouldn’t qualify!). Please consider

joining the Ministry of Ushers, I promise that you’ll find it to

be a rewarding experience.

—Joe Kelly

QUESTIONS? Contact Larry Mueller at [email protected] or (412) 951-0447

greatgrouping.org/liturgical-ministries

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The Search is an innovative video series which tackles the key

questions of every human heart.In seven beautifully-filmed episodes,

Chris Stefanick and experts from multiple fields of science,

medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the

larger story of existence.

IN SESSION NOW!greatgrouping.org/the-search

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There are many saints to whom God has given

the power to assist us in the necessities

of life, but the power given to St. Joseph is unlimited: It extends

to all our needs, and all those who invoke him

with confidence are sure to be heard.”

—St. Thomas Aquinas

announcementsannouncements from around the grouping from around the groupinggreatgrouping.org/announcements

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adorationWe are planning on resuming perpetual Adoration soon. Would you consider signing up to spend one hour with our Lord, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament? Visit greatgrouping.org/adoration or text ADORATION to (717) 433-3525 Why Adoration? “My hour at Adoration has brought me a peace that I never knew and a closer relationship with Christ. I feel so comforted spending time with Jesus.”— Gale

Exploring catholicismJoin Fr. Jay weekly in Exploring Catholicism! This series airs weekly on Thursdays at 2 PM and is available to view anytime on our YouTube and Facebook pages. On Thursday, September 23 Fr. Jay will sit down with Fr. Scott Seethaler and Kathleen Schurter to discuss the Ole5K. greatgrouping.org/exploring-catholicism.

town hall meetingsSave the Date for our Town Hall Meetings. Each town hall will be in the church immediately after the following Masses: Saturday, October 23, 5:00 PM and Sunday, October 24, 11:00 AM.

food driveThe monthly Food Drive will be held the weekend of September 25/26 and will benefit The Little Sisters of the Poor. For more information or to volunteer to help at our Food Drives visit greatgrouping.org/food-drive.

red envelope campaignNext week there will be a “red envelope” fund raiser for our highschool program, LifeTeen. All donations made will be used to subsidize life changing retreats and youth room improvements.

catholic charities golf classicCatholic Charities Free Health Care Center will hold an annual benefit golf outing to raise funds for medical and dental services on Monday, October 4. For more information or to register visit ccpgh.org/golf or call (412) 456-6950.

LIFE CHAINSave the date for Respect Life Sunday, October 3.Life Chain is a silent, peaceful, prayerful protest of abortion. Join us in Wexford from 2:00-3:00 PM at the intersection of Route 910 and Church Road or in Beaver from 2:30-3:30 PM at the intersection of Third Street and College Ave.

pa march for lifeRegistration is now open for the busses traveling to the PA March for Life on September 27. We will be leaving Saints John & Paul around 6:30 AM and will return around 6:30 PM. Register online at greatgrouping.org/respect-life.

men’s clubThe Saints John & Paul Men’s Club meets on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 PM. Our next meeting will be held in the Pavilion, weather permitting. Otherwise the meetings take place in the Parish Multi-Purpose Room below the Church. Our next meeting on September 20 is also the night we will be putting together our annual College Freshman CARE Packages. If you’ve ever been curious about the Men’s Club, this would be a great way see what we’re all about. Please contact Dan Tuccillo at (724) 612-8541 for more information.

divorced? Remarried?The Diocese Tribunal Office will offer free annulment workshops throught the Diocese during September, including one at Good Samaritan on Tuesday, September 21 at 7:00 PM. If you have questions or would like to register contact the Tribunal Office at (412) 456-3033 or [email protected].

ole 5KThe 13th Annual Olé 5k Benefit Race will be held on Saturday, October 2 in North Park. There will be a virtual option on the same weekend for those who would prefer or are best suited to participate on their own schedule and location. 100% of the proceeds go to TASH, Inc, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, founded by Fr. Scott Seethaler. TASH supports La Clinica del Pueblo, a nonprofit hospital, and other charity partners that serve the poor in Oaxaca, Mexico. For more information and to register, please visit our website: ole5k.com or contact Kathleen: [email protected] or (412) 219-9099.

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mass intentions & readings† Memorial Mass ‡ Mass for Spiritual & Physical Wellness

Monday, september 20 (Ezr 1:1-6/Lk 8:16-18)9:00 AM † LaVerne Borgelt (Bonny Giedl)

tuesday, september 21 (Eph 4:1-7, 11-13/Mt 9:9-13)7:00 AM † Rev. Robert Boyle (Clergy Team)9:00 AM † Shirley J. Curtin (Ron & Linda Walker)

wednesday, September 22 (Ezr 9:5-9/Lk 9:1-6)9:00 AM † Debra Belko (Roble Family)

thursday, september 23 (Hg 1:1-8/Lk 9:7-9)7:00 AM † Clotilde Cirilano (Ken & Karen Landau)9:00 AM ‡ Fr. Jay Donahue (Parishioners of the Great Grouping)

friday, september 24 (Hg 2:1-9/Lk 9:18-22)9:00 AM † Rev. Garry Patriquin (Clergy Team)

saturday, september 25 (Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a/Lk 9:43b-45)5:00 PM † Beth Boucek (Tom & Sharon Boucek)

sunday, september 26 (Nm 11:25-29/Jas 5:1-6/Mk 9:38-43, 45, 47-48)7:30 AM ‡ Faithful of the Great Grouping9:00 AM † Al Comini (Mom & Dad)11:00 AM † James E. Lotz (Gary & Mary Lotz)7:00 PM † Dorothy Bachkay (Clergy Team & Staff of Saints John & Paul)

prayers for the sick

Names of the sick will be included for a four-week period—if prayers are continued to be needed following four-week period please contact the parish office at (724) 935-2104.

Even though a name is removed from the Evangelion, prayers are offered indefinitely.

Brenda Bandurak; Bradley; John Dehler; Hudson Donahue; Carrie and Billy Gates; Anne Hochreiter; Jess; Mike Kovalcik; Leah; Pat & Patty O’Brien; Pierre; Sophia Marie Rosborough; Deborah Rust; Sally; Al Schmitt; Jerry and Barbara Snyder; Patty Stevens

Please pray for the sick of our parish, and for the families or friends of our parishioners.

our gifts to god

As always, thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish.

our Faithful departed

Shirley CopelandDaughter of Dale Schuff

Mary Helen GarveyMother of Shannon Serody

Robert KorvickHusband of Marianne Grom and Father of Tyler & Sydney Korvick

Weekly Offertory—$14,879Online Giving—$6,079

Parish Share—$4,601Parish Share Online—$875

Weekend of September 5

Weekly Offertory—$12,051Online Giving—$6,479

Offertory EGP—$17,407Parish Share—$2,223

Parish Share Online—$400 Bishops Education—$1,433

Weekend of September 12

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3-D-4-2 For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 • www.4lpi.com 14-1208

Janney MontgoMery Scott LLcrichard c. reynoLdS

Senior Vice PreSident / Wealth ManageMentaccredited Wealth ManageMent adViSorSM

Branch Manager

724.934.3418 | [email protected]

Member NYSE, FINRA, SIPC

SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC.“Our Family Serving Your Family Since 1893”

412-367-3100

G. Scott Simons ~ SupervisorAmy Simons VanellaBeth Simons IngramJohn W. Simons

7720 Perry Highway

www.simonsfuneralhome.com

Certification Number PD-1927A

Tree Removal • Tree Pruning Stump Grinding, Etc.... Kurt Carrozza 412-841-2338 Kevin Carrozza 412-841-6253 [email protected] FULL INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES P.O. Box 233 • Glenshaw, PA 15116

1269 Washington Pike • Bridgeville(412) 221-7010 • www.gallinaandsons.com

PMF RentalsInventory Storage • Freight StorageDocument Storage • Sales Rooms

Office Space • Retail Sales • Secure Storage724-452-6240 • www.pmfrentals.com

124 Plunkett Dr. • Zelienople, PA

Scouts BSASts. John and Paul Pack/Troop 935

To join or for more information contact:Tony Pizon: [email protected]

Dr. KimCHIROPRACTOR878-777-4777

drkimchiro.comPittsburgh (Shadyside)

500 S. Aiken Ave.Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Wexford (Pure Athletex)119 Neely School Rd.

Wexford, PA 15090

BERNARD M.T U L L YESQUIREATTORNEY AT LAW Injury/Accident Cases

No Recovery/No Feewww.telltully.net • 724.935.1922

FORMER ASSISTANTDISTRICT ATTORNEY

40 years trialexperience counts

PITTSBURGH LOCATION9830 McKnight Rd., Arcadia Court

(412) 536-2020

WASHINGTON LOCATION95 W. Beau St., Suite 510 • Washington

(724) 206-4500

Compassionate End-of-Life CareWhen you choose Gateway Hospice, you and your family can enjoy the peace of

mind that comes with knowing compassionate, quality care is available to you 24/7.

• Expert pain and symptom management• Coordinating the patient’s care with family caregivers and physicians

• Delivering physical, emotional, and spiritual support to our patients and families• Bereavement Support and Counseling

We don’t compete, we set the standard.

2331 Rochester Rd.(412) 366-1170

www.raydonchbodywerkspa.com

William C. Christie, M.D. Christopher M. Spearman, M.D.

Comprehensive Exams, Consultations and Procedures with Personalized Care and Advanced Technology for Improved Quality of Vision

(724) 772-5420 • scottandchristie.com

BARBARA M. FRITSCH, CPA8600 E. Barkhurst Dr., Pittsburgh, PAPhone/Fax 412-630-9123www.barbfritschcpa.com • [email protected]

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5 area locations FREE Home Delivery866-OWL-clea(n)

www.owlcleaners.comZiccarelli’s ~ Parishioners

CallGaryKitchensandBaths.comGARY E. JOHNSTON, Owner

412-364-1127

Commercial • Residential • Fully Insured

www.mintolandscaping.com724-287-1278

Minto Landscaping Inc.Minto Landscaping Inc.Specializing in All Retaining Walls & Brick Pavers

River Rock Installation • Trimming/PruningMulching • Planting Shrubs & Removal

Hauling • Landscape Makeovers

Spiritual DirectionCertified Spiritual Director viaSisters of Humility, Villa Marie

No Fee Required • References AvailableLeslie Ward

[email protected]

412-931-5301Certified Arborist

Tree Removal • TrimmingStump Grinding • Planting

Disease & Diagnosis

The Simon Group Pros. Meticulous Wealth Management SINCE 1948.Jay Simon n Brad Dishart n Fred Clerici n John Mackie n Ryan Larkin n Allison O’[email protected] | 888-774-0990 member SIPC

losmayasmexrestaurant.com

WEDELIVER

100 Perry Hwy, Ste 105Harmony, PA724-473-4639

“Skip the line and Order Online”

URBAN PLUMBINGMASTER PLUMBING

FREE ESTIMATESFully Insured • $20 Off Coupon

No Job Too Small

724-774-1622

Offering braces, Invisalignand Invisalign Teen.

Learn more at kingorthodontics.com


REMEMBER THE PARISH OFSAINTS JOHN AND PAUL

IN YOUR WILL

Exceptional Care, Affordable Options Serving Pittsburgh For Over 60 Years!

• Real Ear Hearing Aid Verification • Interest-Free Financing • Over 10 Major Hearing Aid Brands • Risk-Free Trial Periods • LIFETIME FREE CLEANINGS

Dr. Lori A. Howard Dr. Laura Di Pasquale-Gregory Board Certified Board Certified Doctor of Audiology Doctor of Audiology

9500 Brooktree Rd., Ste. 301, Wexford, PA 15090724-934-8744 | 5 Convenient Locations | www.pghaudiology.com

• Senior Citizen Discounts • Repair & Service All Makes • Tinnitus Therapy • LIFETIME FREE BATTERIES* * Some exclusions may apply

NOW INTRODUCING A NEW HEARING AID LEASING PROGRAM AS LOW AS $99/MONTH

7 2 4 - 7 7 2 - 8 8 0 0devlinfuneralhome.com

Mark B. Devlin, Supervisor2678 Rochester Rd. - Cranberry Twp, PA 16066

Murrysville, Route 22 • 724-325-3030Donaldson’s Crossroads, McMurray • 724-941-2281

Wexford Plaza, Route 19 • 724-935-4880

Wills, Estates & Other Legal Services

337 Merchant St. • Ambridge, PA 15003(724) 266-2370

[email protected]

Law Offices of

aylor & Alskoaylor & Alsko

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George A. Reed Agency Inc 2412 Rochester Rd • 412-318-4444

Looking to buy or sell? Call me!Joanne Marusic Watterson

Mobile: (724) 612-5006 - Call or TextOffice: (724) 933-8500, Ext. 8525

E-mail: [email protected] in YOUR area! • Free market analysis

JACK GRATER, CPA, MST“Helping you keep more of what you earn!”

Former IRS Agent ParishionerSpecializing in Accounting, Tax Planning and Preparation, and

Consulting Services for Businesses, Individuals, Trust and EstatesOnline and In-Person Services Available

[email protected] 412.928.3838 www.ktgcpa.com

Comfort for the Body, Mind and Soul• Nursing (RN and LPN)

• Certified Nurses Aide (CNA)• Hospice Chaplains

• Social Workers• Bereavement Counselors

412-963-6310 granehospice.comgranehospice.com

We HonorVeterans Program

Pampered Patient Program

Contact Mike McAleer to place an ad today! [email protected] or (800) 477-4574 x6307

724-934-9730 • Email: [email protected] Limited

One FREE week with this ad

• 6 weeks to 12 years • Preschool/ PreK• B/A School • Full Day Care• Drop-In Service• Accredited Staff • Established 2001


“guiding families for six generations, since 1855”1600 Stone Mansion Drive • Sewickley, PA 15143

(724) 934-3000 www.schellhaasfh.com Charles A. Schellhaas, Supervisor

Ryan D. Schellhaas, FDCatholic Funeral Plan Accepted • Protective Pre-Planning Available

WEXFORD HEALTH CARE CENTER

Nursing & RehabilitationSpecializing in Short Term Rehab

9850 Old Perry Hwy.412-366-7900

TURNING 65? Medicare questions?Contact CAROLINE & GEORGE MCCARTHY

– Parish Parishioners –724-766-1664 • [email protected]

Interior/Exterior PaintingCarpentry • Roofing • Flooring

Decks / Patios • General Repairs* Fully Insured *

RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

MATT SNYDER(724) 799-2032

DISCOVERGoldfish Swim School!Goldfish Swim School is the premier learn-to-swimfacility for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. We useour holistic philosophy, The Science of SwimPlay®,to build life skills both in and out of the water usingplay-based learning in a fun and safe environment.

• LESSONS FOR KIDS 4 MONTHS - 12YEARS• SHIVER-FREE, 90-DEGREE POOL• 30-MINUTE WEEKLY CLASSES• FLEXIBLE CLASS TIMES

WEXFORD | 724.799.8850PETERS TOWNSHIP | 724.942.SWIMFOX CHAPEL | 412.968.6100goldfishswimschool.com |

PITTSBURGH’S PREMIERPITTSBURGH’S PREMIER COMMERCIAL ASPHALT CONTRACTORCOMMERCIAL ASPHALT CONTRACTOR Proudly serving commercial properties Proudly serving commercial properties throughout Pittsburgh for 40+ years! throughout Pittsburgh for 40+ years!New Installation • Resurfacing • Patching • Pothole Repairs Crack Filling • Seal Coating • Line Striping • ADA Compliance

FREE ESTIMATES (412) 979-PAVEFREE ESTIMATES (412) [email protected]

www.asphaltcontractorpittsburgh.comLooking for service for your business?

Mention this ad for a discount.

(724) 586-6585www.gzroofing.com

+ Residential Re-Roof + New Construction + Copper Bay Roofs + Slate Roofs + Skylights + Metal Roofs

Free Estimate Est. 1991

David L. Wessel, R.Ph.725 W. Ingomar Rd., Ingomar

(412) 367-5778

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIALRESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

•• ROOF REPLACEMENT•• COMMERCIAL ROOFING

•• SHINGLE ROOFING•• METAL ROOFING

•• SEAMLESS GUTTERS•• VINYL SIDING

•• SPRAY FOAM INSULATION•• ROOF COATINGS AND REPAIRSCALL TO REQUEST AN ESTIMATE:

(724) 939-6207www.roofreplacementcontractor.net

Andy Fritz Catholic Mortgage Professional724-772-3333 ext 2130

[email protected] #1885308

Looking toPurchase, Renovate

or Refinance a home?

GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INc.Caring for Families Since 1958

Pre-Need Consultation / Arrangements • Traditional & Cremation ServicesMargaret L. Thoma, Supervisor/Funeral Director

10418 Perry Highway (Town of McCandless) Wexford, PA 15090 • (724) 935-3400www.thomafuneralhome.com

Need a job?866-868-HIREISGWork.com

Parishioner Kraig Cawley CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™www.cawleyfinancial.com

Cetera Advisor Networks LLCMEMBER FINRA/SIPC

Bradley S. Dornish | [email protected]

A law firm handling business and real estate contracts and lawsuits, wills and estates. Free consults available by phone or in our convenient new Wexford office. PA licensed title insurance

agency and real estate closing company.

412-765-2726 | [email protected] | www.dornish.net

2500 Brooktree Rd. Suite 301 | Wexford, PA 15090

HOME IMPROVEMENTSNo job too big or too small!

We do kitchens, baths, game rooms, painting, hard rails and whatever you need done.

Fully Insured • Free EstimatesCALL RODGER [email protected]

beaver valleygood samaritan

st. john the baptistour lady of peace

(724) 266-6565

franklin parksaints john & paul

(724) 935-2104

Father Jay Donahue, Administrator—(412) 697-5876 | [email protected] John Batykefer, Sr. Parochial Vicar—(724) 470-6689 | [email protected]

Father Michael Roche, Parochial Vicar—[email protected] Joe Carr, Parish Chaplain—(412) 867-8673 | [email protected]

Father Antoine Kairouz, Maronite Priest-in-residenceDeacon Anthony Giordano, Deacon James Olson, Deacon Tom Boucek

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help lines24 Hour Child Abuse Hotline1-800-932-0313

Crisis Pregnancy Option Line1-800-395-4357

Post-Abortion Healing/Project Rachel(412) 456-3167

Pittsburgh Diocese Victim Assistance1-888-808-1235

Crisis Management Services1-888-796-8226

regular mass & confession times

How is God working in your life?greatgrouping.org/share

eucharistic adorationAs Catholics, we believe that Christ becomes truly present within the Blessed Sacrament. As promised by Him, His Presence is abiding, not something that vanishes at the conclusion of Mass. During Eucharistic Adoration, we can sit silently in His Presence and open ourselves to His Graces. Adoration available at Our Lady of Peace, Monday-Thursday 8AM-8PM and at Saints John & Paul, Sunday-Friday 8AM-8PM.

8:00 AM Good Samaritan9:00 AM Saints John & Paul

7:00 AM Saints John & Paul 9:00 AM Saints John & Paul5:30 PM CONFESSION at Good Samaritan6:30 PM Good Samaritan

8:00 AM Saint John the Baptist9:00 AM Saints John & Paul

7:00 AM Saints John & Paul 8:00 AM Our Lady of Peace9:00 AM Saints John & Paul6:00 PM CONFESSION at Saints John & Paul

8:00 AM St. John the Baptist9:00 AM Saints John & Paul1st Friday 7:00 PM Saints John & Paul

3:00 PM CONFESSION at Our Lady of Peace3:00 PM CONFESSION at Good Samaritan4:00 PM Vigil Mass at Our Lady of Peace4:00 PM Vigil Mass at Good Samaritan4:00 PM CONFESSION at Saints John & Paul 5:00 PM Vigil Mass at Saints John & Paul

7:30 AM Saints John & Paul 9:00 AM Our Lady of Peace9:00 AM Saints John & Paul 9:00 AM CONFESSION at St. John the Baptist10:00 AM St. John the Baptist11:00 AM Saints John & Paul11:00 AM Good Samaritan 11:00 AM Our Lady of Peace (Maronite)4:00 PM Good Samaritan (Spanish)

For Holy Day & Holiday times, please see Week Ahead

Monday, September 2010:00 AM Mary, Help of Christians (6)6:30 PM Boy Scouts (UCDC)7:00 PM Separated/Divorced (8/9 & 10)7:00 PM Men’s Club (MPR)

Tuesday, September 219:00 AM SJPII Homeschool Co-op (CDC) 11:30 AM Bible Leaders Group (MPR) 11:50 AM Homeschool Co-op lunch (Pavilion) 7:00 PM Spousal Loss Support Group (8&9)7:00 PM Eagle Scout Board of Review (Pavilion)7:00 PM RCIA (MPR) 7:00 PM Welcome Retreat (Conf.)

Wednesday, September 2210:00 AM Prophets Bible Study (LCDC) 10:00 AM Prayer Walk (Pavilion)6:00 PM The Search (UCDC) 6:30 PM Worship Committee (Conf.)7:00 PM Prayer Walk (Pavilion)7:00 PM Cub Scouts-Bears I (1) 7:00 PM AOL-Cubscouts (10)

Thursday, September 239:30 AM Bible Study (CDC) 9:30 AM Endow (MPR) 10:00 AM Holy Half Hour (Grotto)2:00 PM Exploring Catholicism (Virtual) 3:00 PM Praying Divine Mercy (Grotto)6:00 PM Confessions (Church) 7:00 PM Prophets Bible Study (LCDC)

Friday, September 246:00 PM Little Flowers Reunion (Pavilion/UCDC) Saturday, September 25Food Drive/Red Envelope Campaign7:00 AM Catholic Men’s Fellowship (MPR)3:30 PM Friends for Seniors (MPR)4:00 PM Confessions (Church)

Sunday, September 26Food Drive/Red Envelope Campaign 10:00 AM Family Program (UCDC)10:00 AM Lectio Divina (MPR)12:15 PM EDGE (UCDC) 12:15 PM Station Rotations (LCDC)1:00 PM Flame of Love Cenacle (Grotto) 2:00 PM Blue Knights (8&9) 2:00 PM Little Flowers (MPR)5:00 PM PM LifeTeen (UCDC) 7:00 PM Outdoor Mass

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