March 8, 2020 Second Sunday in Lent

PARISH PRIESTS AND DEACONS Rev. James Bachner……………….Pastor

Rev. Gary Oehmler…….Senior Parochial Vicar Rev. Fernando Torres………………..Parochial Vicar

Mr. Mark S. Bibro……………..…………………..Deacon Mr. Thomas O’Neill…………………...………………Deacon

Mr. Gustavo Rodriguez-Perez….Deacon (Diocese of Metuchen NJ)

Our Website: www.stteresakolkatapgh.org Parish Office

1810 Belasco Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15216

Parish Ministry/Office……..412-531-2135 Parish Fax ……….…............412-531-8543 Parish E-Mail ……….…STK15216@gmail.com

Faith Formation Offices and Program Sites

Nancy Spinneweber, Director of Faith Formation for Children English Programs (CGS/CCD) STKFFNancy@gmail.com

St. Catherine Site / 412-531-2135 ext. 20 1810 Belasco Ave, Pgh, PA 15216

St. Pius X Site / 412-563-0858 2690 Waddington Ave, Pgh, PA 15226

Marina Osthoff, Director of Faith Formation for Children Spanish Program (CGS) STKFFMarina@gmail.com

St. Catherine of Siena Site / 412-531-2135 ext. 23

Patty Schwerin– (English) Director of Evangelization, Adult Faith Formation and Protecting God’s Children STKPatty@gmail.com

412-563-0858

Chelo Cruz-Martinez– (Spanish) Director of Adult Faith Formation STKFFChelo@gmail.com

Diocesan Victim Assistance Hotline: 1-888-808-1235

Coordinator: 412-456-3093 Child Abuse Hotline

1-800-932-0313

St. Catherine of Siena

1909 Broadway Ave. Pgh., PA 15216

Resurrection

1100 Creedmoor Ave. Pgh., PA 15226

St. Pius X

3040 Pioneer Ave. Pgh., PA 15226

Our Lady of Loreto

1905 Pioneer Ave Pgh., PA 15226

St.

Pamphilus

1000 Tropical Ave. Pgh., PA 15216

St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish 1810 Belasco Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216 Beechview Centro Parroquial:………………….412-531-2135 Fax:………………….…….…………412-531-8543 Oficina de Formación de Fe Hispana: 412-531-21-35 Ext. 23

Personal de la Parroquia Pastor— Padre James Bachner Vicario Parroquial — Padre Fernando Torres Vicario Parroquial — Padre Gary Oehmler Diácono — Rev. Sr. Thomas O’Neill Diácono— Rev. Sr. Mark Bibro

Ministerio Hispano 412.531.2135 Padre Fernando Torres Diácono— Rev. Sr. Gustavo Rodriguez-Perez Consuelo Cruz-Martinez-Directora de Formación de Fe para adultos en Español. STKFFchelo@gmail.com Marina Osthoff- Directora del Programa de Formación de Fe para Niños en Español. 412.531.2135 ext. 23 Bill Scott-Director de Música Latina Claudia Bazán-Secretaria Bilingüe Latino web-page: https://www.stteresakolkatapgh.org/española-amp-port

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BAUTISMOS--PLATICAS BAUTISMALES (para papás y padrinos) serán dadas el PRIMER domingo del mes después de misa. Los bautizos serán el segundo y cuarto domingo del mes (durante misa) y sábados (1 p.m.). Cualquier pregunta, contactar a la oficina (412) 531-2135 y los domingos des-pués de Misa con Patricia Jiménez y Marisol Alpizar. VENTA DE PESCADO FRITO (FISH FRY) - Recauda-ción de fondos para nuestra parroquia. Lugar: Salón social de St. Catherine of Siena (McCann Hall, 1915 Broadway Avenue, Beechview). Cuando: viernes durante la Cuaresma, excepto el Viernes Santo. Horarios: Almuerzo: 11:00 a 1:30 pm / cena: 4 a 7:00 pm NECESITAMOS SU AYUDA CON DONACIONES DE POSTRES CASEROS, pueden traerlos el domingo o dejarlos en la oficina parroquial. Si puede ayudar como voluntario en la cocina, comunicarse con Debbie Brust al 412-531-9227/Anotar su nombre con Amanda Ayala después de Misa.

MISA EN PORTUGUES--todos están invitados a la misa en portugués, se celebra el tercer domingo de cada mes a las 6 pm en nuestra iglesia. La próxima será el 15 de Marzo. GRUPO DE JOVENES (YOUTH GROUP 8 to 12 GRA-DE)--Invitamos a todos a participar, los miércoles de Cua-resma, de 6:30 a 8:30 pm , en el Gimnasio de Catherine of Siena . Mas información STKyouth123@gmail.com VIA CRUCIS: Todos los Viernes excepto el Viernes Santo. 3:30 pm St. Catherine of Siena 6:30 pm St. Pius X SALUD PARA NINOS CLINICAS PEDIATRICAS Y DE VACUNACION GRATUITAS. -EN CASA SAN JOSE : 2116 Broadway Ave. Pittsburgh PA, 15216 Todos los Martes a partir de febrero 2020 de 1:00 a 4:00 PM . SI SE NECESITA HACER CITA PREVIA No se requiere segura de salud. Para hacer cita y fecha: 412-692-6000 opción 8 -EN THE ROESCH-TAYLOR BUILDING, SOUTH TOWER : 2100 Jane Street, Pittsburgh PA, 15203 Segundo sábado de cada mes (Febrero 8, marzo 14, abril 4, mayo 9) De 8:30 AM a 12:00 PM . No se necesita cita / No se requiere segura de salud. Para hacer cita y fecha: 412-692-6000 opción 8. (Si Tiene registro de vacunas u otros docu-mentos médicos favor de traerlos a la visita) www.chp.edu/saludparaninos

ESTUDIO DE BIBLIA EN ESPAÑOL Programa: Evangelio según San Marcos (continuación del programa de ALPHA) Lugar: Edificio de Catequesis de St. Catherine of Siena Horario: Jueves de 6:30 to 8:30pm

CASA SAN JOSE Mónica Ruiz-Directora de la Casa San José

Dirección: 2116 Broadway Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15216 office@casasanjose.org Tel- 412-343-3111 Fax- 412-343-3210 Horario: Lunes a Viernes de 10 am a 5 pm EJERCICIOS ESPIRIRUALES -RETIRO EN ESPAÑOL-- Les invitamos a un retiro espiritual para adultos en St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center (Centro de Retiros San Pablo de la Cruz - 148 Mo-nastery Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15203). Será durante todo el fin de semana: comenzando el viernes 20 de marzo a las 6:30 PM y finalizando el domingo 22 de marzo a las 4:00PM. El costo es $90 dólares por adulto e incluye hospedaje y alimentos. Registro e información con Jorge Vela 412-337-7268.

VIRGEN PEREGRINA : Si desea llevar la imagen de la Virgen a su casa durante una semana , para orar con ella, puede anotar su nombre y numero de telé-fono en la hoja a la entrada de la iglesia.

Horario de Misas en Español

Domingo, a la 12:30pm Confesiones (antes de Misa): 12:00 pm

Horario de Misas en Inglés: Vigilia del Sábado: 4:00 pm

Domingo: 10:30 am

Misa matutina de Lunes a Sábado a las 8:45am

Sacrament of Baptism: St. Catherine—1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 11:30am Resurrection—2nd, 4th and 5th Sunday of the Month at 12:30pm A Baptism preparation session is required for first time baptisms. Please call 412-531-2135 to make arrangements. Sacrament of Marriage: The Sacrament of Matrimony requires a time of spiritual preparation. Arrangements should be made at least six months before the date by meeting with the priest and before any social plans are made. Sacrament of Reconciliation (CONFESSIONS): Tuesday at Resurrection 7:15-7:45am Wednesday at St. Pius X 6:15-6:45pm Saturday at St. Catherine’s Noon-12:30pm Becoming a Catholic: We do have a program to instruct those who are interested in becoming Catholic. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Please contact Patty at 412-563-0858 or email stkpatty@gmail.com. . Religious Education: Children of the parish are expected to receive Religious Education in a Catholic school or Faith Formation program. For information or to register, please contact Nancy in the Faith Formation Office at 412-531-2135 / ext. 20, or email stkffnancy@gmail.com.

Hospitalized Parishioners and Shut-Ins: Please call the Parish office if someone in your family is hospitalized or a shut-in. If a parishioner is not able to attend Mass, the priest and/or Eucharistic Ministers can bring Communion to the home. Parish Registration: New parishioners are asked to register as are newlyweds and single young adults even if registered before with their families. A registration form can be found on page 6 of this bulletin. FOOD PANTRY: Food pantries serve certain boundaries: -The Brookline Food Pantry is located at 1036 Brookline Blvd. 2nd Saturday of Month 9:00-11:00am. -The St. Catherine Food Pantry is located in the St. Catherine’s School Building on the corner of Crosby and Pauline Avenues. 2nd, and 4th Saturdays 9:30am-11:00am. Beechview Manor: Manager can be reached at 412-571-2999 or 1926 Pauline Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Creedmoor Court: Manager can be reached at 412-344-1540 or 1050 Creedmoor Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15226. Comments and concerns can be given to our Pastoral Council at: PPCSTK2gmail.com.

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St. Vincent dePaul Society: Our parish has an ac-tive St. Vincent de Paul Society that helps those in need. Please call 412-342-8836 if you need assis-tance. We also need volunteers; please contact the Parish Office.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Dn 9:4b-10; Ps 79:8, 9, 11, 13; Lk 6:36-38 Tuesday: Is 1:10, 16-20; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23; Mt 23:1-12 Wednesday: Jer 18:18-20; Ps 31:5-6, 14-16; Mt 20:17-28 Thursday: Jer 17:5-10; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 16:19-31 Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a; 17b-28a; Ps 105:16-21; Mt 21:33-43, 45-46 Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 103:1-4, 9-12; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32 Sunday: Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42]

Last week’s Offertory Collection information: Regular Collection: $ 14,254.33 Parish Share 2nd Collection: $ 9,630.77 Ash Wednesday Collection: $ 948.00 Parish Debt: (1-15-20) — $828,592.09 2020 PARISH SHARE GOAL- Total $ 179,861 Collected as of March 2, 2020: $ 31,911.62 All overage benefits our Parish 100%. Next weekend’s second collection will be for:

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Key to listings OLL—Our Lady of Loreto PAM—St. Pamphilus RES—Resurrection SCS—St. Catherine of Siena SPX—St. Pius X

Devotions: Eucharistic Adoration: SCS—1st Friday of the month after 8:45am Mass until 10am (unless there is a funeral) SPX—Last Wednesday of the month after 7:00pm Mass until 8:00pm Miraculous Medal Novena: SCS—Mondays after 8:45am Mass SPX—Mondays after 8:00am Mass RES—Tuesdays after 8:00am Mass Rosary: SCS—Every Monday through Saturday after 8:45am Mass SPX—Every Wednesday 6:35pm RES—Every Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday after the 8:00am Mass St. Anthony Novena: SPX—Fridays after the 8:00am Mass (except 1st Fridays) SCS—Tuesdays after the 8:45am Mass Sacred Heart: SPX—First Friday after 8:00 Mass 5th OF THE MONTH ADORATION—The next special adoration will be held on Sunday, April 5 at St. Pius X site from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Parish Prayer Line: The Par ish has a prayer line. If you would like someone prayed for or would like to help pray for others, please call 412-531-2135.

MONDAY St. Frances of Rome March 9 SPX 8:00am Rose DeFrancesco (Ruth Synowiec) SCS 8:45am Heather Lang (The Joint Family) TUESDAY March 10 RES 8:00am John F. Manko (Daughter-in-law Arlene) Margaret E. Conley (Christine Conley) SCS 8:45am Rose Getty (Kay Sineway) WEDNESDAY March 11 SCS 8:45am Michael Waller (Carm and Rick Arzenti) SPX 7:00pm M/M Robert Mancine, Sr. (Sabatino DiNardo) THURSDAY March 12 RES 8:00am Catherine Del Greco (Goldberg and Mellay Families) SCS 8:45am Catherine Siegert (Carolina Di Cello) FRIDAY March 13 SPX 8:00am M/M Emelio De Fazio (Joe and Ann Turnbull) SCS 8:45am Donna Berger (Sonny and Jo Messina & Family) Christine H. Conley (C. Conley) SATURDAY March 14 RES 8:00am Thelma Lippert (Eileen) Harry P. Conley (Christine Conley) SCS 8:45am Mary Jane Pugliano (Mary Jo Winkler) Vigils: SCS 4:00pm Maurice Brassart (Susan Brassart) SPX 4:00pm M/M Giuseppe Bucci (Sabatino Di Nardo) RES 5:30pm Dorothy Herrick (George and Joyce Perkins) SUNDAY March 15 SPX 8:00am Dolores Dagostino (Claudio Valeri) SPX 9:30am Ann and Elmer Dott (Dott Family) SCS 10:30am Deceased of Bondi and Krzywicki Families (Jack and Gloria Bondi) RES 11:30am Ken Schaum (Tina and Jim Schaum) SCS 12:30pm (In Spanish) For the People SCS 6:00pm (In Portuguese) No Mass Intention FOCUS: a holy encounter with God calls us to act on our faith. When Peter witnesses the trans-figuration of Jesus, and the appearance of Moses and Elijah, his first instinct is to “freeze that moment,” by providing tents for the three of them. But that encounter, like any encounter with God’s majesty and providence, is not meant to be frozen or hidden in a tent. It is meant to move us forward in, and to act upon, our faith.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT In the spirit of St. Teresa of Kolkata, we honor Christ by com-ing together as one faith community with the pledge to reach out to the lonely and less fortunate. Our mission is to engage in unselfish acts of kindness and compassion, sharing our blessings with a humble heart.

MISION PARROQUIAL

En el espíritu de Santa Teresa de Kolkata, honramos a Cristo unidos como comunidad de fe, con el compromiso de exten-der la mano a los más desafortunados y solos. Nuestra misión es dedicarnos desinteresadamente en actos de compasión y amabilidad, compartiendo nuestras bendiciones con un cora-zón humilde.

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CHANGE

Lent is all about change and change is usually not easy. In order to change we have to leave something behind. Today

we hear about a very old man who decides to answer God’s call. Abram experiences a tremendous amount of change when he leaves everything behind, risking it all for God’s promise. Jesus changes, is transfigured, right before the eyes of his disciples. The Lenten scriptures issue the call for us to change, to be transfigured, so that we, too, will soon share in the glo-ry of God. What is it that the Lord

is asking us to leave behind? Are we willing to take the risk for the promise made by God? These questions are at the heart of the Lenten journey of conversion. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

THE HEAVIEST LOAD A chip on the shoulder is the heaviest load anyone can carry.

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SCAMS—Please be careful of scams. Lately people have been telling me that they got an email from me ask-ing them to respond. It came from an account with my name on that isn’t mine. I will never ask you for money through an email, and certainly not for gift cards. Please be careful! It would be nice to be able to trust everyone in our world, but the only one we can fully trust is GOD. May he keep all of us safe from those who want to take advantage of us. PRE-BAPTISM CLASS is required for fir st-time par-ents. The next scheduled session will be on Tuesday, April 7, at 7:00pm St. Pius X school building. To at-tend this session, you are asked to register by calling the parish office at 412-531-2135. GODPARENT/SPONSOR REQUIREMENTS—The Catho-lic Church guidelines to be a sponsor and godparent mandate a registered, active parishioner who is baptized, confirmed and practicing the Catholic faith and is at least 16 years old. To be active one must attend Mass on a regular basis. When you meet the requirements, you will need a Sponsor Letter to present to the parish where the sacrament will be received.

REMEMBRANCE: Our prayers and sympathy are extended to the family and friends of those who have passed away this past week:

Rest in God’s Peace Julianna Zulla

Esstella Finkbeiner Colleen (Kail) Cortese

PARISH SPIRITUAL OPPORTUNITIES

BIBLE STUDY is held each Tuesday from 7:00 to 8:00pm in Cullen Hall of St. Pius X Church (beneath the Church). The topic each week is the following Sunday’s readings. No sessions March 17 or March 24.

LENTEN STUDY--In this film and study program, Bishop Robert Barron illuminates biblical stories of conversion, demonstrating how ordinary people, just like you, were met by Jesus where they were and called to a better life through him. The common theme in each story is the turning of all one's attention and energy toward an ever deeper, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. There are 2 sessions: Tuesday, March 17 and Tuesday, March 24, from 7:00-8:15 pm at St. Pius X Church Hall. Free Program – Refreshments Pro-vided!! Questions? Contact stkpatty@gmail.com 412-563-0858. (There will be no Bible Study either evening.) MEN’S RETREAT—St. Teresa of Kolkata’s Annual Men’s Weekend Retreat begins on Friday, April 17 at 4:30pm and continues through Sunday, April 19 at noon at St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat Cen-ter, South Side. All men are invited to grow your faith during a relaxing, spiritual weekend with fellow parish-ioners. For more information and reservations, contact Rich Schenck at 412-531-0812.

PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN (PGC)—is a one-time training that is required for all of those who volunteer at Church (lectors, ushers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, choir members, fundraiser helpers, such as at Fish Fry, Bingos, etc. If you HAVE NOT already taken PGC, we will be hosting this FREE training on Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30pm at St. Pius X school building. Par ticipants MUST register by calling Patty Schwerin at 412-563-0858.

WOMEN’S RETREAT--The St Teresa of Kolkata Wom-en’s Guild invites you to a Day of Prayer and Reflection on Saturday, March 21. Our guest speaker will be Fr. John Marcucci. The theme will be: ‘The Mystique of Feminine Discipleship.’ Women from all parishes are invited to join us for this special event and to bring a friend. Our day will begin with light refreshments in Cullen Hall at 8:30am. There will be opportunities for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. The cost is $20 which includes a buffet lunch. Registration forms are located in the back of church and may be placed in the collection basket, dropped off at the parish office or mailed to: Jo Ann Brown, 1327 Illinois Avenue, Pittsburgh 15216. For more information, contact the parish office.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Every Friday in Lent except Good Friday at the following times: 3:30pm St. Catherine of Siena 6:30pm St. Pius X

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SHEPHERD’S HEART----There is a box in the back of St. Pius X Church where you can donate individually wrapped food items, toiletries, socks, etc. Monetary and grocery store gift cards are greatly appreciated and may be placed in the of-fertory basket in an envelope marked Shepherd’s Heart. There is also a need for donations of yarn so the knitting group may continue its mission of providing warm items during these win-ter months. Thank you for continuing your generous support. OPERATION SAFETY NET LUNCHES—Every second Wednesday of the month 60 lunches are prepared for the home-less. Consider helping to prepare them at 9:30am at Resurrection Church Hall. The next time will be March 11. Donations of crackers, snacks, juice, fruit cups or pudding can be dropped off that day. Also, gift cards for Aldi’s ($50 covers it) are greatly welcomed to pur-chase bread, meat and fruit. TERESA’S TABLE is our meal ministry for the par ishion-ers of Saint Teresa of Kolkata Parish. To provide for our sisters and brothers in need we will always have nearly 100 complete,

nutritious meals and soups in our freezer. Meals are available for delivery to the homes of those who may be coming home from the hospital, who are grieving the loss of a loved one, who are recovering from an ordeal, who are needing some companionship, or who are just struggling in some way. If you or a pa-

rishioner you know needs a little help from our kitchen, contact the Parish Office and leave a message for Patty Schwerin, and she will get in touch with our meal team and delivery team. Just reheat and relax, and know that you are loved!

CONGRATULATIONS!—To the following stu-dents for their achievements at Bishop Canevin High School for the Second Quarter: High Honors: Alexa Malloy Honors: Evan Victor STK WOMEN’S GUILD--will be having a meeting on Monday, March 16 at 7:00pm in Resur rec-tion Church Hall. New members are always wel-come!

YOUTH MINISTRY—Inviting all high school aged students, 9-12th grade to join a new Youth Group at St. Teresa of Kolka-ta parish. For more information, contact us at STKyouth123@gmail.com, or at the parish office. EASTER FLOWER DONATIONS—The envelope for your Easter Flower donations is in your March packet. You may make your donations any time before April 5. Your intentions will be remembered at our Easter Masses. LENTEN CONTAINERS—are available in the vestibule of each church building to take home with you during Lent. As you offer something up, and don’t buy that candy, snack, or something else you can do without, place what you would have spent in the container. All money collected goes towards lower-ing the debt. Containers can be returned any time during Lent. ST. PIUS X BOOK CLUB—will meet on Thursday, March 26, at 7:30pm in the school building at St. Pius X Church. The book selection for discussion is The Family Next Door by Sally Hepworth. New members are always welcome!

ANNUAL FAMILY BINGO--"Bring the Kids" sponsored by the Women’s Guild. Children 6 years of age and older are wel-come; state law requires that children must be accompanied by one parent or adult. Come and enjoy the fun on Sunday, April 5 at Resurrection Church Hall. Doors open at 12:30pm; Bingo begins at 1:15pm. The $5 per person admission ticket includes: 4 Bingo cards; 15 games of regular Bingo; $25 prize per game. We will play 4 "specials;” and, a coverall jackpot special (last game) with a $100 prize (minimum). Refreshments will be sold. We will also have a Chinese Auction. TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR! If you any questions, call Roberta Allen, President at 412-287-4781.

FISH FRY—Every Friday during Lent (except Good Friday) we will be having our annual Fish Fry in St. Catherine’s Church Hall. Come support our parish with this important fundraiser! Lunch will be served from 11am to 1:30pm for Take Out only. Dinners will be served from 4 to 7pm for Dine In or Take Out. Call ahead for Take Outs to 412 531-2135. Cred-it cards welcome! For the full menu, see the Facebook page. New this year: a Fish Taco Dinner. If you would like to volunteer, please call Deb-bie Brust at 412 531-9227 or sign up online at signupge-nius.com using brustfamily@gmail.com to search for the sign up.

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COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENTS LITTLE WINGS OF HOPE—join us for our 9th Annual Pasta Dinner on Saturday, March 21, from 4–8:00pm at the Slovak Catholic SOKOL Club, 2912 E. Carson St., Southside,15203. Tickets for adults: $12 in advance, $15 at the door & $5 for chil-dren 10 and under. Dinner includes two different pastas, meat-balls, salad, bread, dessert and beverages. All you can eat! Free parking, fantastic prizes & music. Little Wings of Hope is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting chemi-cally dependent youth in the journey toward recovery as they seek treatment. For tickets and more information visit www.littlewingsofhope.org SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH—will sell raffle tickets dur-ing the weekend of March14/15 following all Masses at St. Catherine site as part of their 58th Annual Spring Lunch-eon, a fundraiser which benefits the Sisters and their min-istries. Raffle tickets are $10 each. Tickets have two num-bers and are a one-month ticket based on the PA Pick 4 Lottery with winners every day in June, 2020.

BROOKLINE CHRISTIAN FOOD PANTRY—would like to thank our parishioners for donations of food for the month of January. Donations are always needed and wel-comed, and help the Pantry to continue to meet the needs of many families in our communities.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

WEDNESDAY NIGHT TABLE March 11

St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish prepares and serves the Wednesday meal at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Brook-line monthly. Dinners are available for those in need and those in the community simply desirous of fellowship. We provide an entrée, vegetable or salad, and dessert. Meal prep begins at 3:30pm in St. Mark’s kitch-en (or you can do prep in your own home) and dinner service starts promptly at 5:30; clean-up is usually completed by 7pm. Volunteers (individuals, church groups, or friends) are always needed to purchase, prep, cook, serve, or to clean up. Volun-teer for all afternoon, or for just part of the day. Please call or text 412-583-3443 if you would like to join the meal team. Also, please feel free to come by and share a meal with our friends in Christ, even if you’re not working This is a great opportunity for ministries, youth groups and church organizations to do a community service project together.

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