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5th Sunday of Lent + March 29, 2020FIRST READING—Ezekiel 37:12-14

Thus says the Lord GOD: O my people, I will open your graves and have you rise from them, and bring you back to the land of Israel. Then you shall know that I am the LORD,when I open your graves and have you rise from them, O my people!I will put my spirit in you that you may live, and I will settle you upon your land; thus you shall know that I am the LORD. I have promised, and I will do it, says the LORD.

RESPONSORIAL—PSALM 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

Response: With the Lord there is mercy and fullness of redemption.

Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD; LORD, hear my voice! Let your ears be attentiveto my voice in supplication. (R)

If you, O LORD, mark iniquities, LORD, who can stand? But with you is forgiveness,that you may be revered. (R)

I trust in the LORD; my soul trusts in his word. More than sentinels wait for the dawn,let Israel wait for the LORD. (R)

For with the LORD is kindness and with him is plenteous redemption; And he will redeem Israel from all their iniquities. (R)

SECOND READING—Romans 8:8-11

Brothers and sisters:Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. But you are not in the flesh; on the contrary, you are in the spirit, if only the Spirit of God dwells in you. Whoever does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. But if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the spirit is alive because of righteousness. If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the deadwill give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit dwelling in you.

VERSE BEFORE GOSPEL—John 11:25A, 26

I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will never die.

GOSPEL—John 11:1-45

Now a man was ill, Lazarus from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. Mary was the one who had anointed the Lord with perfumed oil and dried his feet with her hair; it was her brother Lazarus who was ill. So the sisters sent word to him saying, “Master, the one you love is ill.” When Jesus heard this he said, “This illness is not to end in death, but is for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it.” Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So when he heard that he was ill, he remained for two days in the place where he was. Then after this he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.” The disciples said to him, “Rabbi, the Jews were just trying to stone you, and you want to go back there?”

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GOSPEL—John 11:1-45 (cont.)

Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours in a day? If one walks during the day, he does not stumble, because he sees the light of this world. But if one walks at night, he stumbles, because the light is not in him.” He said this, and then told them, “Our friend Lazarus is asleep, but I am going to awaken him.” So the disciples said to him, “Master, if he is asleep, he will be saved.” But Jesus was talking about his death, while they thought that he meant ordinary sleep. So then Jesus said to them clearly, “Lazarus has died. And I am glad for you that I was not there, that you may believe. Let us go to him.” So Thomas, called Didymus, said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go to die with him.”

When Jesus arrived, he found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Now Bethany was near Jerusalem, only about two miles away. And many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them about their brother. When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went to meet him; but Mary sat at home. Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But even now I know that whatever you ask of God, God will give you.” Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise.” Martha said to him, “I know he will rise, in the resurrection on the last day.” Jesus told her, “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”She said to him, “Yes, Lord. I have come to believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God,the one who is coming into the world.”

When she had said this, she went and called her sister Mary secretly, saying, “The teacher is here and is asking for you.” As soon as she heard this, she rose quickly and went to him. For Jesus had not yet come into the village, but was still where Martha had met him. So when the Jews who were with her in the house comforting her saw Mary get up quickly and go out,they followed her, presuming that she was going to the tomb to weep there. When Mary came to where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said to him, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.”

When Jesus saw her weeping and the Jews who had come with her weeping, he became perturbed and deeply troubled, and said, “Where have you laid him?” They said to him, “Sir, come and see.” And Jesus wept. So the Jews said, “See how he loved him.” But some of them said, “Could not the one who opened the eyes of the blind man have done something so that this man would not have died?”

So Jesus, perturbed again, came to the tomb. It was a cave, and a stone lay across it. Jesus said, “Take away the stone.” Martha, the dead man’s sister, said to him, “Lord, by now there will be a stench; he has been dead for four days.” Jesus said to her, “Did I not tell you that if you believe you will see the glory of God?” So they took away the stone. And Jesus raised his eyes and said, “Father, I thank you for hearing me. I know that you always hear me; but because of the crowd here I have said this, that they may believe that you sent me.” And when he had said this, He cried out in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out, tied hand and foot with burial bands, and his face was wrapped in a cloth. So Jesus said to them, “Untie him and let him go.”

Now many of the Jews who had come to Mary and seen what he had done began to believe in him.

aints often made an act of spiritual communion when they couldn’t receive the Eucharist at Mass.

For various reasons we may be prevented from receiving the Eucharist at Mass. We may have broken the one hour fast, be in a state of mortal sin, or we could even be homebound, unable to leave our home to attend Mass.

In these cases the Church encourages us to make an act of “spiritual communion,” where we unite ourselves to God through prayer. It is a beautiful way to express to God our desire to be united with him when we are unable to complete that union in the reception of Holy Communion.

Countless saints incorporated this type of prayer into their daily lives, not being satisfied with receiving Jesus in the Eucharist once a week or even once a day. Making an act of spiritual communion for them was an essential part of life and drew them closer to God on a daily basis.

Padre Pio also had a habit of making a spiritual communion throughout the day outside of the celebration of Mass. He desired to be always united with Jesus Christ in everything he did.

Here is a traditional prayer of spiritual communion that many saints have prayed over the years. It can be prayed if you find yourself at Mass unable to receive the Eucharist, or even in the midst of your daily work, lifting up your thoughts to God.

The ultimate goal of our lives should be communion with God and an act of spiritual communion can help a person draw closer to that goal.

A MESSAGE FROM FATHER JAY(taken from aleteia.org)

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I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.

I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You

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Since I cannot at this momentreceive You sacramentally,

come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if

You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit

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Social distancing has become a buzzword during the Coronavirus pandemic. We are all making a conscious effort to reduce close contact, stay away from stores and businesses, and hopefully flatten the curve of the spread of the virus. The decision by the diocese to cancel Masses is an indication of just how seriously we should all take this issue.

The result of social distancing in some cases, however, can lead to social isolation. Our elderly population or those with underlying medical conditions have been instructed to stay at home, basically in self-quarantine, until the risk of infection has passed. This can lead to loneliness and a lack of connection to the outside world.

We’d like to reach out to those individuals who may feel isolated from the world right now. If you’re riding out the pandemic at home and would appreciate having someone to talk with to pass the time and quell the loneliness, let us know. We’ll match you up with another parishioner who will reach out to you by phone to brighten your day.

We’re also looking for parishioners willing to make a quick phone call to say hello, to ask, “How are you doing?” or to say a prayer together over the phone lines with our homebound parishioners. If you find that the individual you’ve called is in need, a care package with food or household supplies can be dropped off at their house.

If you are in need of help or want to help, sign up atgreatgrouping.org/call-for-help

or call (724) 266-6565

Do you need help or want to help others?

f you are like me, the reality of “self-isolation” is slowly starting to set in. I can’t run to the grocery store to pick up something on a whim. I can’t meet a friend for lunch or coffee. I can’t even go to the gym to burn off some of the frustration of trying to work from home, homeschool my child and somehow keep everyone and everything around me from falling apart! It is overwhelming... and that is not even taking into account the worry and anxiety I am experiencing regarding the health and welfare of my family and friends.

There have been many moments where I have questioned the Lord in all this. Why is this happening? What is He trying to teach us? How does this fit into His plan for humanity?!

I am not afraid to question the Lord about these things—because I know I am questioning in faith. I know that God is Good. I know the He loves us and that He would never allow something to happen that He is not able to turn into a greater good (see Jer 29:11). Lent is the liturgical season where we choose to embrace the cross precisely because we know that God can turn any cross we experience into something far more glorious than we could ever imagine. He has proven this by taking the most horrific event in human history (the Crucifixion) and turning it into the greatest (the Resurrection!).

If you have ever asked the question, “If God is Good, why do bad things happen?” I highly recommend watching Fr. Mike Schmitz’s teaching on God’s Perfect Plan vs God’s Permissive Plan, at youtu.be/0NOTU1g0Z8w.

Another great presentation regarding the importance of “Faith Not Fear” can be found on formed.org. Dr. Tim Gray meditates on Caravaggio’s painting of the Storm on the Sea of Galilee. Watch it here: watch.formed.org/videos/faith-not-fear

God values our freedom—and we have the opportunity to choose how we will use our freedom during this “Corona Time.” We can choose to check the news every five minutes with anxiety and fear and sit in the misery of not being able to do whatever it is we want to do—or, we can choose to surrender our uncertainty during this “storm,” to fix our eyes on the Lord and trust that He is with us and working for our good.

I want to encourage every family to acknowledge the tremendous blessing our faith can be during times of trial. In choosing Christ as our foundation, we enter this “Corona Time” from a position of strength and security.

MICHELLE WRIGHTUniversity of Steubenville

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During this time of the Corona Virus and the suspension of Mass in the Diocese of Pittsburgh due to social distancing, we are offering ONLINE OFFERTORY GIVING as a platform for donating to your parish to help offset parish expenses.

To access Online Offertory Giving and set up either weekly, monthly or one-time donations, please visit greatgrouping.org. Under the ‘About’ tab scroll down to either GS Online Giving or OLOP Online Giving to create a new account or submit a one-time offering. If you are a member of St. John the Baptist, you may still utilize this program, simply type SJB in the ‘special intention’ field, and your funds will be directed to your parish. Please note the step by step users guide at the bottom of the page. If you have questions or need assistance, please call Eileen Karshin, Business Manager of the Beaver Valley Churches at (724) 242-5887 or the toll free number for Our Sunday Visitor’s Online Giving at (800) 348-2886 and select Option 2 for Online Giving Technical Support.

If you are unable to make online donations and would like to contribute with your offertory envelopes you can mail contributions to: 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, PA 15003 or place your contribution in the Lenten Sacrifice Box located in each church.

We appreciate your remembering your parish during this difficult time and know that our prayers are with you and your family.

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Joanne E. Vrankovich, 87, formerly of Hopewell Twp., died Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Born December 3, 1932, in Sewickley, a daughter of the late Peter and Anna Pribulsky. She was a member of Good Samaritan Church. Joanne was a loving homemaker to her husband, Sam and son, John. She was a kind and gentle woman as ever lived. Strangers would approach her to strike up conversations as though they knew her for years and she would treat them as long lost friends. She never complained about the Rheumatoid Arthritis that attacked her joints for over thirty years. It was the onset of dementia that robbed her of a lifetime of memories, worse than any physical ailment. She was and will always be “The Girl Next Door”. Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Samuel P. Vrankovich; one son and daughter-in-law, John and Elizabeth Vrankovich, Virginia; one grandson, Max Vrankovich, Virginia; one sister-in-law, Barbara Pribulsky, Conway; one brother-in-law, Gene Lysick, Ambridge; special friends, Michael and Betty Nelko and Jack and Judy Nelko, all of Baden.

Ann Dacko, 97 of Economy Borough, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020 in her residence. She was born July 25, 1922, in Ambridge, a daughter of the late Emilio “Emil” and Josephine Scianna Bruno. She was a 1940 graduate of Ambridge High School. After high school she attended business school in Pittsburgh. She worked as a civilian for the US Navy and a bookkeeper for Gershins record store and then for Katchers Furniture Store in Ambridge. Surviving is her daughter Karen Dacko of Baden, and numerouse nieces, nephews, great nieces, & great nephews.

Kathryn H. Bartosh, 92, formerly of Bell Acres Borough, died Tuesday, March 17, 2020, Boalsburg, Pa. Born August 7, 1927, in Ambridge, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Sasinovich, she was a member of Good Samaritan Church, CFU Lodge #304, and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Bell Acres Fire Dept. She was a member of the Christian Mothers for the former Holy Trinity Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Bartosh, 2006; one brother, Joseph Sasinovich; and one sister, Helen Tyirich. Surviving are three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Valerie Bartosh, Florida; Steven and Jessica Bartosh, Arizona; and Mark and Julia Bartosh, Wayne, Pa.; one daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Robert Polis, State College, Pa.; seven grandchildren, Joshua, Ian, Lydia, Grace and Paige Bartosh, and Gregory and Laura Polis.

Camille “Kami” L. (Grzegorek) Simon, 57, of Ambridge, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 19, 2020. She was the beloved wife of 31 years to Douglas P. Simon Sr. of Ambridge; mother of Douglas Simon Jr. (Hunter Lockhart) of Ambridge; daughter of Mary Frances (Mitzi) and the late Bernard Grzegorek of Ambridge; devoted and beloved sister of Geri L. Pollock of Ambridge, Evie (David) Catanzarite of Economy Boro, and Judy Andrascik of Cranberry Twp.; sister-in-law of James (Renee) Simon of Rochester; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and

let perpetual light shine upon them. May

they rest in peace. Amen

Deborah Taylor, 68 of Ambridge, passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 in Villa St. Joseph. She was born August 25, 1951, in Sewickley, a daughter of the late Lewis and Susan Bodnar LeCerf . Surviving are 2 sons Scott Rodriguez, and Jamie Evanocho, 2 brothers Pete (Sandy) LeCerf, Joseph (Patty) LeCerf, sister Pat Wesloski, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, & great nephews. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her fiance John Rodriguez, brothers Lou and Henry LeCerf, and a sister Connie LeCerf.

this week we remember

our gifts to god

Sanctuary Candle

(GS) In Memory of Martha Piontekby Marge Berckmiller

Good Samaritan

Online Giving— $1,210

Parish Share to Date— $39,707

St. John the Baptist

Parish Share to Date—

$27,134

Our Lady of Peace

Online Giving—$890

Parish Share to Date— $57,374

saints john & Paul

Weekly Offertory—$3,126

Parish Share—$13,368 *

*Includes $10,753 of EGP

For the weekend of March 22

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readings

Monday, march 30 DN 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62/JN 8:1-11

tuesday, march 31 NM 21:4-9/JN 8:21-30

wednesday, april 1 DN 3:14-20, 91-92, 95/JN 8:31-42

thursday, april 2 GN 17:3-9/JN 8:51-59

friday, april 3JER 20:10-13/JN 10:31-42

saturday, april 4 EZ 37:21-28/JN 11:45-56

sunday, april 5PALM SUNDAYMT 21:1-11/IS 50:4-7/PHIL 2:6-11/MT 26:14-27:66

mass intentions Our clergy team will be celebrating a private Mass daily and will include all scheduled Mass Intentions at their private Masses.

Paul Kasper (Mary Grzegorek & Family)

Petros Family (Nancy)

Barb Sulkowski (Dennis & Sue Shoeneweis)

Barb Sulkowski (Richard & Sue Sulkowski & Family)

Barb Sulkowski (David Prusick)

Barb Sulkowski (Dennis & Sue Shoeneweis)

Warren “Pat” Stauffer & His Surviving Family (Karen & Chuck Malone & Family)

Betty & Warren Butera (Mary Maccaglia & Michele Costanza)

Deceased of the Blinkiewicz Family (Ed & Gerri)

Roy Pensenstadler (Patty Hribar)

Stephen Zalenski (Wife, Rita)

Anthony Costanza (Family)

memorial contributionsIn Memory of Catherine “Kay” Aloi, by Justin & Nikki

Depace & Gia, Eddie & Stacey DiFiore & Family, and Ron & Rosemary King

Pat & Ed Bogacki

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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.

MONDAY–FRIDAY from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM at Our Lady of PeacePERPETUALLY at Saints John & Paul, in the Grotto ChapelPlease see Week Ahead Calendar for Holiday Schedule.

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Adoration is scheduled as normal Perpetually at Saints John & Paul and Our Lady of Peace: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-8 PM

Good Samaritan and St. John the Baptist Churches are open Monday-Friday, 8 AM-8 PM.

Confessions are available:

Thursdays 5-7 PM at Saints John & Paul and Saint John the Baptist

Saturdays 4-6 PM at Saints John & Paul and Good Samaritan

PUBLIC MASS IS SUSPENDED

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE