JUNE 03, 2018

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DEAR JESUS AND MARY, PRAY FOR US

MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS

Saturday, June 02 Vigil: The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ

3:00 pm Wedding Anthony Henderson & Ashley Hodak

5:30 pm † John Gerace (by Joan Gerace)

Sunday, June 03 The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ

8:30 am † Pat Solomon (by Dan Solomon) 11:00 am † Marie Bianco Rosso (by

Family) Monday, June 04 Weekday 8:30 am † Louis & Pauline Pupi (by

Family)

Tuesday, June 05 St. Boniface, Bishop & Martyr

8:30 am For the Parish Wednesday, June 06 Weekday 8:30 am † Deceased Children of Jagerski

Family (by Carl & Betty Jagerski) Thursday, June 07 Weekday 7:00 pm † Daniel “Danny” A. Buccini (by

Mother)

Friday, June 08 The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus

8:30 am † Elmer & Frances Petrella (by Joe & Ann Petrella)

Saturday, June 09 Vigil: Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

5:30 pm † William Sebastian (by Luigina Sebastian)

Sunday,June 10 Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:30 am † Helen McDonnell (by Sue & Lee Allman)

11:00 am † June Golletti (by Stan & Sharon Turek)

Whether as statues or on

stained glass, the image of the

Sacred Heart of Jesus can be

found in churches all over the

world. Jesus looks down, one

hand extended out and another

pointing to a heart wreathed in

thorns and glowing with light.

In the Sacred Heart, we see

both the sorrow and the joy of

the life of Christ, who became

one of us out of love. "Jesus

knew and loved us each and

all during his life, his agony,

and his Passion and gave him-

self up for each one of us: He

has loved us all with a human

heart" (CCC 478). In the In-

carnation, God becomes man.

Jesus experienced the fullness

of humanity, including its suf-

ferings. June 8th is the Feast

of the Sacred Heart. We re

member all that Jesus endured

for us.

We also remember why

he endured it -- out of love.

Pastoral Center Office Hours Monday‒Wednesday............ 9:00 AM‒3:00 PM Thursday ............................... 9:00 AM‒2:00 PM

Friday Closed for the summer Phones .......... 724-775-3940 / Fax 724-775-6386

St. Vincent De Paul ......................724-494-8864

Dio. of Pgh. Abuse Hotline .......1-888-808-1235

Pastor: Rev. Michael R. Ruffalo Deacon: Anthony Giordano

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III. Ryan Beegle & Lindsey Ribar

MINISTRY TO OUR HOMEBOUND

If you, or someone you know is home-

bound and would like to receive Holy

Communion at home, please contact

Deacon Tony at 724-775-3940.

SACRAMENTS

Today the Church celebrates the mystery of Christ’s life-giving presence among us in the Eucharist. In the first reading

we read about ratifying a covenant. In biblical times a covenant between two parties created a bond as close as a blood

relationship, committing the partners to one another’s welfare. The ritual of sealing a covenant involved a sacrifice that

shed blood, expressing a willingness to give one’s life for the other. In Exodus, the altar represents God and the sprin-

kling of blood on both the altar and the people signifies a new relationship and commitment; they are now members of

one family.

The second reading focuses on the self-sacrificing blood of Christ, mediator of a new covenant, in which Jesus through

his death, offers himself to God. He thus forms a new relationship between God and believers, one nourished by his own

forgiving presence. Through his self-sacrifice, we Christians have new life, divine life that sustains and nourishes our

relationship with God.

In the Gospel, Mark also implies a New Covenant sealed by a new sacrifice. He places the supper on the day that Pass-

over lambs were sacrificed and refers to the “blood of the covenant.” He thus suggests that Jesus’ life-giving blood

brings both a new relationship to God and new freedom. This is a freedom from slavery, sin and death. The “blood of

Christ” offers new life with God and one another, given in every Eucharist.

Take, bless, break and share. The four-fold action is at the heart of what the Church does when we celebrate the Eucha-

rist. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, bread and wine are transformed into the Body and Blood of Christ and we

who receive it are empowered by the same Spirit to be Christ to the world. Today, as the Eucharist is celebrated around

the world, we all continue to share in this life-giving covenant between God and humanity!

FROM DEACON TONY'S DESK

Christ’s Peace, Deacon Tony

BIBLICAL QUOTE TO MEMORIZE:

”A broken and contrite heart, O, Lord, Thou will

not depise.”

Psalm 51:17

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

We, the community of St. John the Baptist Parish, Monaca, are rich in Ministry and rooted in Mission. Through the living waters of Baptism, we are called to celebrate Christ’s presence in the Eucharist. Blessed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit, we

seek to find the face of Jesus in every person and to reveal the joy of God’s kingdom through Charity, Faith, and Service.

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

1501 Virginia Avenue • Monaca, Pennsylvania 15061 A Pennsylvania Charitable Trust

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Today as we celebrate the gift of the Body and Blood of

Christ, let us pray for those who are hungry, malnourished

and starving. Is there a family you know who needs

assistance? Please call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

so that together we can help those who are hungry.

YOUNG ADULT GROUP All adults & young adults ages 18 and up are welcome to join upcoming young adult group nights. All are on Wednesdays & will be at 6:30 pm. in the gym.

June 13th

June 27th

Feel free to come, even if you never have or haven't in awhile! To stay up to date or if you have any questions, please join our Facebook page (search St. John's Young

Adult Group) or email adri3151@yahoo.com.

PARISH LAY APOSTOLATES PARISH FAITH FORMATION

BLESSED SACRAMENT

SANCTUARY CANDLES

IN HONOR OF

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES OF ST.

JOHN’S

BY ST. JOHN ‘S

IN MEMORY OF

JOSEPH TURBISH

BY TURBISH FAMILY

In Memoriam & Sanctuary Candles

BLESSED MOTHER

SANCTUARY CANDLE

IN MEMORY OF

VINCENT & MARY DEBACCO BY RICHARD & LINDA DEBACCO

FAITH FORMATION

Kindergarten through 8th Grade Registration will be available starting July 1st for the 2018-2019 school year.

Vacation Bible School will be held June 25th through June 29th 9 am. until Noon at St. Francis Cabrini. PANDAMANIA is our program theme for St. Fran-cis Cabrini and St. John’s VBS. Come, join the fun and learn more about your faith.

WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY

Our Bible class will have their bible study after

the 8:30 am. Mass on Wednesday May 30th with

a discussion of 1st Corinthians. We will be using The Ignatius Catholic Study Bible. We will be view-

ing a DVD by Dr. Tim Gray. Come to learn, discuss

& share.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY The Holy Name Society will lead the parish in the Scrip-tural Rosary at 8 am. before the 8:30 am. Mass on Sunday June 10th. Please join us. Meetings will resume in September.

We will meet on Wednesday June 6, 2018 at Noon in Msgr. Farri Hall for our last meeting until Septem-

ber.. Join us for bingo, cards, games & a good time for all. Have a great Summer!

50 + FRIENDS

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

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A Thought to Ponder while attending to your daily duties:

“Who except God can give you peace?

Has the world ever been able to satisfy the heart?”

St. Gerard Majella

PASTORAL CENTER & CHURCH NEWS

Please note that Sunday Mass announcements must be

received by the Pastoral Center office by noon on

Thursday and articles and information for publication

in the Parish bulletin must be received by the Pastoral

Center office by noon on Friday. Thank you.

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Some Church Humor:

The children were lined up in the cafeteria of a Catholic elementary school for lunch. At the head of the

table was a large pile of apples. The nun made a note, and posted on the apple tray: "Take only ONE.

God is watching." Moving further along the lunch line, at the other end of the table was a large pile of

chocolate chip cookies. A child had written a note, "Take all you want. God is watching the apples.

Readings for the Week of June 3, 2018

Sunday: Ex 24:3-8/Ps 116:12-13, 15-16, 17-18 [13]/Heb 9:11-15/Mk 14:12-16, 22-26

Monday: 2 Pt 1:2-7/Ps 91:1-2, 14-15b, 15c-16 [cf. 2b]/Mk 12:1-12

Tuesday: 2 Pt 3:12-15a, 17-18/Ps 90:2, 3-4, 10, 14 and 16 [1]/Mk 12:13-17

Wednesday: 2 Tm 1:1-3. 6-12/Ps 123:1b-2ab, 2cdef [1b]/Mk 12:18-27

Thursday: 2 Tm 2:8-15/Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-9, 10 and 14 [4]/Mk 12:28-34

Friday: Hos 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9/Is 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 [3]/Eph 3:8-12, 14-19/Jn 19:31-37

Saturday: 2 Tm 4:1-8/Ps 71:8-9, 14-15ab, 16-17, 22 [cf. 15ab]/Lk 2:41-51

Next Sunday: Gn 3:9-15/Ps 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [7bc]/2 Cor 4:13--5:1/Mk 3:20-35

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DIOCESAN & COMMUNITY NEWS

FINANCIAL NEWS

Due to an early publication deadline, the

Sunday offertory report for the weekend

of (May 27/28) will be published next

weekend.

SOFTBALL & TENNIS PLAYERS WANTED, CO-ED:

SINGLES, 21 AND OVER. Softball is played in Blawnox,

Tennis at Moore Park in Brookline. The Catholic Singles

Club of Pgh. is looking for players of all abilities. The group

also offers parties, picnics, mini golf, hiking, volleyball, spiri-

tuality events, trips and many other great events. For more

info., or an application, go to their website:

www.cacpittsburgh.org or contact Gary at 412-427-8772..

Catholic Charities Pregnancy and Parenting Program

offers supportive services to women who may find

themselves in a crisis pregnancy or to new mothers &

fathers as they contend with the transitions surrounding

the arrival of each new life. If you have any questions,

please call 724-775-0758.

Interested in being a host family? Open your home to

a student from China or Taiwan & make friends for a

lifetime. We are looking for 3 host families from your

area to host scholarship students who are looking to be-

come part of an American family from August-May.

The students will attend Quigley Catholic H. S. in the

Fall. If you are interested, please contact Quigley at 724-

869-2188.

Traditional Latin Mass

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Join us at OLSH Sat. June 9, for Rally for McNally 5K, 1 Mile Walk, & Kids Fun Run! The 5K & 1 Mile walk is at 9 am. Cost: $25 & includes dri-fit t-shirt, timing, racing bib & refreshments. Medals awarded to top 3 male & female in each age group & overall. Kids 3-8 can join in a Fun Run at 10 am. Cost: $10 & includes t-shirt, medal (for all) & snack. Regis-

ter at www.olsh.org/rally/. Proceeds benefit the Michael McNally Endowed Scholarship fund.

Quo Vadis Days: What does it mean to be a Catholic Man? 2 days dedicated to learning more about the priesthood, deepen-ing your faith, & better discerning God’s call in your life. Car-dinal Wuerl North Catholic H. S. on July 15-16. It will include brotherhood, Mass, sports, adoration, & talks. All men entering 10th - 12th grades & freshman yr. of college are welcome. Re-treat is $40; assistance is available. To register, visit PGHPriest.com by July 6th.. Catholic Kennywood Day: Join the Vocations Office for rides, Mass & a Festival of Praise on Monday, July 23rd. Fr. Mike Zavage will celebrate Mass at 4 pm. & John Trabbic & band will lead a Festival of Praise at 8 pm. in Pav. # 23. Tick-

ets: $23. Visit PGHpriest.com to order tickets. All ages invited.

The Monaca Community Hall of Fame is accepting appli-

cations for the Class of 2018. A nominee must have been a

resident of Monaca for at least five years. The categories to

nominate are: Sports, Civic Accomplishment, Fraternal Or-

ganization and/or Professional Areas. To obtain an applica-

tion, please call Susan at 724-774-7719.

The Body and Blood of Christ – Faith has many impor-

tant facets that are effective in our lives. Prayer and wor-

ship connect us to the God who created us and who daily

gives us purpose and provides for us. Times of community

and fellowship unite us with our family in faith to realize

that we are not alone on our journey of love with God.

Outreach and charity put our faith into action so that we

can be the hands and heart of Jesus in the world and pro-

vide for the needs of others. Yet, at the heart of our faith,

its essential foundation, is the gift of God himself to his

people, the Eucharist. The Eucharist is the memorial of

God’s great act of love for us, the death and resurrection

of his Son, Jesus. The Eucharist is the Body and Blood of

Christ made truly present so that we might be nourished to

do the work of God in the world. The Eucharist is the

source of our life as people of faith and that to which we

return all that we have received in thanksgiving to God.

Inspired by this Feast of Corpus Christi and as we journey

On Mission for The Church Alive! may our love for the

Eucharist increase so that our faith may remain strong in

the midst of change. Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to

learn more and to stay informed.

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