HOLY CROSS CHURCH

711 Depot St., Youngwood, PA 15697

Phone: 724-925-7811 Fax: 724-925-6170

Email: holycross@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Website: www.holycrossyoungwood.org

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM Sunday 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM Holy Day Vigil 7:00 PM 8:00 AM Weekdays 8:00 AM Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Confession Saturday 4:00 PM

Marriages Call the par ish office at least 6 months in advance. Baptisms Contact the par ish office.

Anointing of the Sick Call the par ish office.

Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

HOLY CROSS DIRECTORY

Rev. William C. McGuirk

Pastor & Trust Administrator

Email: Wmcguirk@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Pastoral Council: Gerald Andrews, Bob Kimmick, Anthony & Sharon Rizzardi, Debbie Schotting, Kay Sofranko, Joe Sostarich, Rose Yoder

Faith Formation: Brian Lohr

Youth Ministry: Bob Chappell

Finance Council: Joseph Adamoski, Mark Frick, Georgie Gamberoni, Sally Hurrianko, Dennis McManus

Ministry of Care: Facilitator Joan Jones Prayer Chain: Pat Cassa

Parish Staff Business Manager: Sara Thomas Administrative Assistant: Maria Brinza Sacristan: Eleanor Hamrock Choir Director: Carol Sostarich Organists: Linda Eismont, Carol Kalich, Mimi McManus

Women’s Guild: President: Eleanor Hamrock

Health Ministry Coordinator/Parish Nurse: Melanie Orndoff

Knights of Columbus: Charles Stack Meeting 2nd Wednesday at 7:30 PM

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A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust

A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 19, 2017

This Weekend’s Second Collection is for the Annual Appeal for the Diocesan Relief Fund and Catholic Relief Services Appeal. Seventy-five percent of the funds collected stays in the diocese to support local needs, and 25 % of the funds will go to Catholic Relief Services for overseas relief efforts.

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, November 19, 2017 “Blessed are those who fear the Lord.” Psalm 128:1a

MASS INTENTIONS

Sat. Nov 18 Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (Vigil) 5:00PM+ Stella Morgan

(Richard & Angie Mollis)

Sun. Nov 19 Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00AM+ Michael A. Frye (Parents, Charles & Dolores Frye) 10:00AM+ Living & Deceased Holy Cross Parishioners 7:00PM Community Thanksgiving Service

Mon: Nov 20 Weekday 8:00AM+ Fred Brown (Joe & Margie Altschaffl)

Tue: Nov 21 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8:00AM+ Sam Henderson (N. Henderson)

Wed: Nov 22 St. Cecilia, Virgin & Martyr 8:00AM+ Helen Cunningham (Bill & Marie Kenney)

Thu: Nov 23 St. Clement I, Pope; St. Columbian, Abbot 9:00AM+ Special Intentions (Thanksgiving)

Fri: Nov 24 St. Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest, & Companions, Martyrs 8:00AM No Mass

Sat. Nov 25 Our Lord Jesus Christ King of the Universe (Vigil) 5:00PM+ Ron & Carol Umbel

(Echard Family)

Sun. Nov 26 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 8:00AM+ Living & Deceased Holy Cross Parishioners 10:00AM+ Mr. & Mrs. William Naylor (Children)

UNDERSTANDING THE WORD

(First Reading: Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31)

When one finds a worthy wife, her value is far beyond pearls…. Give her a reward for her labors, and let her works praise her at the city gates.

(Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6)

For you yourselves know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief at night….Therefore, let us not sleep as the rest do, but let us stay alert and sober.

(Gospel: Matthew 25:14-30 or 25:14-15, 119-21)

Since you were faithful in small mat-ters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master’s joy…. For to everyone who has, more will be given and he will grow rich; but from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

REFLECTING ON THE WORD

Live as children of the light, alert, sober, and ready whenever the Christ returns…. Remain in the spirit and multiply the gifts God has given. Then we can hear God say, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

The inner word: What’s in Your Heart? Today’s Focus: All Good Gifts

Everyone has been given some gift or gifts by God. What differentiates us is the degree to which we use those gifts so they flourish and become of even greater use to those around us.

What are the gifts that God has given to you? Name some of them.

How do you make your gifts grow to give God thanks? What holds you back?

Mass Intentions: If you would like to have a Mass said in memory or in honor of a loved one, please use the re-quest forms which can be found at the church entrances.

Any personal injury on church proper ty, please make sure you call the office or speak to Fr. McGuirk.

Advent Window Candle: If you would like to reserve a window candle in honor or in memory of a loved one, please call the parish office. $25/candle.

Watch for These Upcoming Meetings at Holy Cross

When the times and dates for the following meetings are determined, they will be announced in future bulletins:

There will be an Ushers’ Meeting to discuss safety during Mass and other events occurring on the premises.

A meeting is being planned to discuss Nativity Displays in our community.

Stewardship 11/12/17

Offertory $4,476 Loose Collection $153 Monthly Inflation $157 Children’s Collection $28 Total $4,814 Candles $117 All Saints/All Souls $50 Thanksgiving $35 Poverty/Catholic Relief $10 Retired Religious $45 World Missions $5 Budget $6,600 Over/Under -$1,786

Sincere thanks for your financial stewardship to Holy Cross Parish.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A WAY TO SERVE?

We are in need of Eucharistic Ministers to serve at all our

weekend Masses. In order to be eligible for this

ministry you must be a baptized Catholic in good standing and a reg-ular Mass attendant who is comfort-

able and familiar with Liturgical practices. You must have the

proper clearances or be willing to obtain them. Training will be provid-

ed before commissioning. Please contact Father McGuirk or

the office for more information or to sign up for the next group to be

commissioned.

GCC ENTRANCE TEST ON DECEMBER 9 Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School will hold its entrance exam Sat., Dec. 9, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the school. The exam is required for all incoming freshmen. For information and to register, go to www.gcchs.org or call 724-834-0301. The registration deadline is Nov. 29.

Theology On Tap: Calling ALL young adults (single, mar r ied, parents, etc.)! Join us for Theology on Tap in the A-K Valley on Thurs., Nov. 30, at 7:00 p.m. at the KNEAD Community Café, 1011 Barnes Street, New Kensing-ton, PA. The topic of the evening is “Bible 101: Exploring the Basics and Learning How to Add Scripture to Your Daily Life” presented by Elizabeth Haberstroh, LSW, MDiv. Dinner provided, no charge! BYOB and invite a friend! Babies in carriers are welcome at all A-K TOT events. Theology on Tap is a program for Catholic Young Adults to meet together at local bars, cafes, and restaurants to listen to a speaker, share conversation, and gain new insights into the faith. For info, contact Elizabeth Haberstroh at EHbestroh@dioceseofgreensburg.org or Ariel Schroeder at ASchroeder @ dioceseofgreensburg.org or find us on Facebook at Theology on Tap in the A-K Valley (@akvalleytot). No need to RSVP, just show up!

Sunday November 26: 6 pm - 8 pm: Special guest speaker Mary Sampe comes to us from the Parishes in Connellsville where she serves as the Director of Re-ligious Education and Youth Ministry. She has been blessed with being able to turn a tragedy in her life into something positive to share and help other people grow deeper in their faith. She will be talking about Fortitude/Finding Joy through the Lord in crises. Students, as you take on more responsibilities and start finding your own way this talk should have some good points and tips on using your faith to navigate trying times and moving you through a sometimes negative world with a positive attitude and confidence!

Family Advent Retreat: Sat., Dec. 2: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Father McGuirk in-vites you and your family to join us after Mass in the hall for a brief Advent talk, light refreshments and fellowship! Each family will make an advent wreath that Father will bless for everyone to take home. Please register on the parish website http://ww.holycrossyoungwood.org/pages/default.aspx or call the church office and let them know how many will be coming.

Welcome to Holy Cross!

Clyde & Margaret Horton and

Their Sons Camren Liam and Caden Cole

Altar Flowers This Week Are in Memory of

Deceased Members of the

Brinza and Coletti Families Requested by

Pete and Maria Brinza

Thanksgiving Day Canned Goods Collection Donations of canned goods and other non-perishable food

items will be collected for the Youngwood Community Food Bank on Thanksgiving. Please bring your donations to Mass

at 9:00 AM on Thursday, November 23.

Festival Report Following is a brief recap of this year’s festival income, expense and profit:

Income Festival Tickets $5,377 Basket Raffle $6,750 Festival Sponsors $6,940 Festival Income $12,343 Gross Income: $31,410

Expenses Festival Food $3,308 Entertainment $800 Winning Payouts $2,000 Advertising $768 Misc. Expense $1,738 Total Expenses $8,614

NET PROFIT: $22,796 ==============

Thanks again for your support and hard work. Let’s keep the tradition go-ing in 2018!

PLEASE NOTE: The parish office will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 23 and Fri., Nov. 24 in

observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Normal office hours will resume on Mon., Nov. 27.

God Bless You! Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving! Father McGuirk, Sara and Maria

Thank You!

We extend a sincere Thank You to C. Richard McCauley Funeral Home, Inc.

for providing the parish with the 2018 Catholic Extension Calendars.

Please remember to pick up your calendar. They are available at all the church entrances.