HIS WORD TODAY BY Rev. William J. Reilly

The Sunday Good News Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time The Church of Saint John Bosco June 25, 2017

THIS WEEK & IN THE WEEKS AHEAD…

Golf Classic Mtg......... Tues., June 27, 9 AM, Parish Ofc. Conf. Rm

Spiritual Reading “Spiritual Passages” ........................................

............................................. Saturday, July 8, 9-10 AM Room 3

Spiritual Cinema “Pilgrimage” ....................................................

............................................. Saturday, July 8, 10:15-12:30, All-Purpose Rm

Vacation Bible Camp Mtg. ................. Monday, July 10, 6 PM, All-Purpose Rm

Finance Advisory Committee ............. Tues., July 11, 6-7 PM, All-Purpose Rm

SJB Book Club ..................................................... Sunday, July 16, 2:30 PM

Parish Pastoral Council ............... Thurs., July 27, 6:30-8 PM, All-Purpose Rm

Vacation Bible Camp ................................ July 31 to August 4, 9AM to Noon

Sharing Spiritual Journeys-Beatitudes .......... Sat., Aug. 5, 9-11 AM, AP Room

Liturgy Committee Meeting............... Wed., Aug. 9, 6:30 PM, All-Purpose Rm

Rise Against Hunger EVENT ........... Saturday, August 12, 9:30 to Noon, Gym

Golf Tournament ......................................August 19, Sugarloaf Golf Course

“But the gift is not like the transgression. For if by the transgression of the one, many died, how much more did the grace of God and the gracious gift of the one man Jesus Christ overflow for the many.”… “For to you I have entrusted my cause. Sing to the Lord, praise the Lord for he has rescued the life of the poor.”

We receive many gifts, and in our own day use the word ‘regift’ to pass on to someone else a gift we have received because we do not need it or like it. Some of our greatest gifts we take for granted. Consider for a moment the gift of life, of health, of family, of friends. All are important and treasured and are not for giving away.

St. Paul told the Romans of the gift of Jesus, rescuing us with the gift of grace which overflows, the gift of life in abundance. Remember the floods which hit the rivers in California and Texas last winter. Remember the devastation of hurricane Matthew in Haiti last fall. The overflow was devastating. The grace of God, offering us the abundant life, has been poured out into our hearts. He sends and we receive, but like any gift we have to reach out, open our hands and hearts to receive it. Yes, Lord, to you I have entrusted my cause.

POPE FRANCIS QUOTES TO LIVE OUT 2017 This column features quotes from the 2016 Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy to help you to grow in holiness and live out love and mercy in 2017!

“Mother Teresa, in all aspects of her life, was a generous dispenser of divine mercy, making herself available for everyone through her welcome and defense of human life, those unborn and those abandoned and discarded. She was committed to defending life, ceaselessly proclaiming that ‘the unborn are the weakest, the smallest, the most vulnerable.’ She bowed down before those who were spent, left to die on the side of the road, seeing in them their God-given dignity; she made her voice heard before the powers of this world, so that they might recognize their guilt for the crime - the crimes! - of poverty they created. For Mother Teresa, mercy was the ‘salt’ which gave flavor to her work, it was the ‘light’ which shone in the darkness of the many who no longer had tears to shed for their poverty and suffering.” (9/4/2016) ~ Pope Francis

MY SUMMER PRAYER

As I begin the summer months, gracious and loving Jesus,

remind me of Your ever present guidance and love.

Give me confidence in Your presence,

remembering all that I have been taught this year and let me

live it in my summer experiences.

As I work, play and enjoy my family and friends

this summer, may I feel Your love within me,

guiding me toward all that is right and just.

Let me be grateful for the gift of summer, Jesus.

allow me to enjoy it safely and remind me daily

of Your love for me.

Amen.

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Faith Formation Corner

The make-up meeting for incoming 8th Level students will be Sunday, June 25, at 10 AM in the church. At least one parent must be in attendance. This meeting is for families that did not attend the meeting on June 4. Please contact the Faith Formation Office with any questions.

Registration is still open for Hero Central Vacation Bible Camp. The camp will take place Monday, July 31-Friday, August 4 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Registration forms may be picked up on the table outside of the Faith Formation office or downloaded from www.stjohnboscochurch.org.

Our next planning meeting for Vacation Bible Camp will be Monday, July 10 at 6:00 PM in the Multi-purpose Room. All are welcome!

Faith Formation Registration Packets are available outside of the Faith Formation Office or on the Parish website.

First Communion and Confirmation photos and DVDs are available for pickup in the Faith Formation office.

There will be no CLOW on Sunday, July 2. CLOW will resume on Sunday, July 9, during the 9:00 AM Mass.

SUNDAY STEWARDS 1,115 families receive envelopes

402 white offertory envelopes were used on the weekend of June 17/18

Total Mass Attendance: 994 Total Sunday Offering: $7,553.00

Thank you for your generosity!

Adult Faith Development ~ A Journey of the Heart Attempting to Live our Lives with Integrity of Word and Deed

#PARTNER WITH FRANCIS Online Survey to Partner with Francis: The young church (16-35) is encouraged to let their voices be heard as the Diocese of Scranton ‘partners with Francis’ in preparation for the 2018 Synod: Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment. Complete online survey by July 31 at: www.partnerwithfrancis.org. For more information, contact Dominick Constantino, program coordinator for the Diocesan vocation office, at (570) 780-2996. Scheduled Diocesan Listening Sessions: www.partnerwithfrancis.org/listeningsessions.

CARE AND EDUCATION OF PRIESTS SECOND COLLECTION

The Second Collection next weekend, July 1/2, 2017, is for the Care and Education of Priests. Thank you for your generosity to this monthly diocesan collection.

LIGHT THE FIRE! Light the Fire High School Youth Rally This Wednesday, June 28, the “LIGHT THE FIRE” Youth Rally will be held on the grounds of Misericordia University in Dallas beginning at 9 AM. Fourteen of our parish youth along with three adult

chaperones and I will be participating. Bishop Bambera will conclude the day with a Mass at 7 PM. It is a high energy day filled with inspirational speakers, workshops, music (Full Armor Band), food, time for adoration, reconciliation and meeting new friends from throughout the Diocese. Please keep our young people, the church of today and the future, in your prayers in a special way on Wednesday.

SECOND COLLECTION, June 24/25 PETER’S PENCE

A collection for the Holy Father (Peter’s Pence) will be taken this weekend, June 24/25. Thank you for your support.

GPS for the Soul . . . Summer Cinema . . . Walking the Camino de Santiago

Pilgrimages have been an important part of religious history throughout the ages. A pilgrimage is a ritual journey with a hallowed purpose and every step along the way has meaning. The pilgrim knows that the journey will be difficult and that life-giving challenges will emerge. A pilgrimage is not a vacation; it is a transformational journey during which significant change takes place. New insights are given. Deeper understanding is attained. New and old places in the heart are visited. Blessings are received. Healing takes place. On return from the pilgrimage, life is seen with different eyes. Nothing will ever be quite the same again.

To go on pilgrimage, even via film, can invite you the viewer to cross a spiritual threshold, a doorway into grace, perhaps a turning point in your own call to a fuller life of faith and contentment. Ask yourself these two questions in preparation for this Pilgrimage workshop: 1) What grace/insight would add more contentment/joy to your life? 2) What healing would you hope for at the end of your pilgrimage? Consider joining us Saturday morning, July 8, from 10:15 sharp to 12:30 PM for a powerful and inspirational story of four pilgrims who separately choose to walk this 450 mile ancient route, the Camino de Santiago. Their trek begins in the French Pyrenees and ends at the tomb of St. James the Apostle in northwestern Spain. For the first time ever the film crew was allowed inside the 800 year old cathedral to film an actual service for pilgrims. Call Sister Marilyn ASAP if you would like to attend at (570) 788-1997, ext. 5, to reserve your seat in the All-Purpose meeting room. Leave your name and phone number. It’s optional, but you can bring your own brown bag lunch and eat it during the film. All are welcome. Hope to see you there!

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Saturday, 4:00 PM June 24 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Marian Papinsick By Family

Sunday, 7:30 AM June 25 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Joseph & Geraldine Zielinski By Cecilia, James & Joann Zielinski

Sunday, 9:00 AM June 25 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Living & Deceased Parishioners of St. John Bosco Church

Sunday, 11:00 AM June 25 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time James Stagg By John & Lee Rossi

Monday, 8:00 AM June 26 Fr. Gerard Angelo By Mr. & Mrs. Richard Angelo

Tuesday, 8:00 AM June 27 Joseph Bogash By Sally Bogash

Wednesday, 8:00 AM June 28 Joseph & Anna Hanna By Cecilia, James & Joann Zielinski

Thursday, 8:00 AM June 29 Robert Wallace By Mary Nora Wallace

Friday, 8:00 AM June 30 Joseph Fetchen By Tricia Kormonick

Saturday, 4:00 PM July 1 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 50th Anniversary Sten & Mary Ellen Oswald

Sunday, 7:30 AM July 2 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Eugene Acri By Bob Shanno

Sunday, 9:00 AM July 2 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time William Grencavich By Jay & Lisa Budgeon

Sunday, 11:00 AM July 2 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Living & Deceased Parishioners of St. John Bosco Church

The Sunday Good News

WE REMEMBER

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS . . .

Conyngham Valley Historical Society - Summer Concerts at Gazebo on the Borough Building grounds: Sunday, June 25, 6 PM, Cellar Dwellarzz Jazz Ensemble (Hazleton Area School District students, grades 4-10); Sunday, July 23, 6 PM, Liberty Band.

Community Youth Event, Christ Lutheran Church Courtyard - June 25, 5 PM. Open to Grades 5-12. Bring a munchie to share. S’mores and beverages provided. Invite a friend and gather around the fire pit.

Butler Township Community Garden - Children’s Program, Tuesday, June 27 and Friday, July 14, 6:00 PM. $5/child for materials. Call Dr. Rachel at (570) 359-3888 or email dr.rachel.leskosky@gmail.com to save your spot.

Marian Colts Football Camp - July 10-12, 2017, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM. For players entering Grades 3 - 9. Cost is $55 and includes a Marian Football Camp T-shirt. The aim of camp is to develop offensive and defensive abilities of each player. For more information or to register, please contact Pat Morgans at (570) 778-2608 or email pmorgans@ymail.com.

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 467 Main St., Conyngham, (570) 788-1572 “Finding Faith” Lost, Found & Loved by God: Hear about the water adventures of Moses, Nemo, Dory, Marlin and Crush! July 17-21, 6-8:30 PM. Ages 4 up to just finished 5th grade. Family Movie Night - ”Finding Nemo”: Friday, July 21. Seating begins at 8:00 PM; Movie at 8:50 PM. Dinner, drinks, dessert and popcorn. Feel free to bring a blanket or chair. Website: www.clcconyngham.com

Holy Rosary Church - 240 S. Poplar St., Hazleton. Summer Festival. Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29.

Annual Garlic Festival - Saturday and Sunday, August 26-27, Zanolini’s Nursery, Drums. Our Parish Knights of Columbus Council 8613 sponsors a food stand.

Lattimer Massacre Memorial Service - Sun., Sept. 10. 120th Anniversary. 3:30 PM - Memorial Service held at Monument; 4:15 PM - Gathering at Lattimer United Methodist Church for recorded Radio Drama written by Bill Bachmann.

LITURGICAL CHANGES Between June 24-25 and September 23-24, some changes will be instituted for the summer months at St. John Bosco Church for weekend Masses. The Gloria will be recited, the Apostles Creed will be recited in place of the Nicene Creed, the Lamb of God will be recited. No Communion Meditation Hymns will be sung and only one verse will be sung for the recessional hymn. Our Breaking Bread hymnal has these prayers for you to recite in the front section of the hymnal.

ATTENTION LOT HOLDERS - CALVARY CEMETERY Summer clean-up will take place on Wednesday, July 5, 2017. Please remove any and all log planters, artificial and plastic flowers and desired Holiday decorations from the graves prior to Wednesday, July 5. Only one live plant is permitted on the graves. All remaining items left on the graves on July 5, 2017, will be removed and discarded by cemetery personnel. We will not be responsible for items not claimed prior to clean-up. All questions can be directed to the Cemetery Office at (570) 788-2150.

Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, June 29

LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA KIOSK The Lighthouse Catholic Media Kiosks continue to provide resources to parishioners who desire to deepen their understanding of our Catholic faith. A variety of books, CDs and booklets are available to all who desire to better understand the teachings of the Catholic Church and for those who wish to grow in their faith. Two different kiosks are available. One is near the Faith Formation office and one is near the main entrance (vestibule) of the church. The voluntary contribution continues to be $5 for books, $4 for CDs, and $3 for booklets and 50 cents for pamphlets.

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THE RIGHT WAY TO RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION Dear Parishioners,

Perhaps this might seem rudimentary for some, but I can tell you it's something we need to talk about. I don't think it matters where you live, the problem is there - some Catholics simply don't know the right way to receive the Eucharist. To be clear, the Church desires that everyone receives Holy Communion. However, the Church wants everyone to receive Holy Communion the right way. Receiving the Eucharist is a big deal. It's such a big deal, that there are all sorts of rules about it and we don't just let anybody do it.

Before talking about how to receive Holy Communion properly, let's talk about being properly disposed first. If you're not properly prepared, then you shouldn't receive Communion. This means being free from mortal sin and having followed the communion fast (in addition to being a practicing Catholic). Being free from mortal sin is self-explanatory: don't commit grave sin. If you happen to, then refrain from receiving Communion until you've been able to make Reconciliation (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1415).

An extra reminder of this is needed in the United States where the tendency is for everyone to automatically get up and go to Communion. It's rare for someone to stay behind in the pew - they might even get funny looks if they do. In many other parts of the world, not everyone goes to Communion and it's more common to see people remaining at their seat. Is it because there are more sinners in other countries? I doubt it; I think they are just being more mindful about being properly disposed.

Following the communion fast is also something that needs emphasis. For Latin rite Catholics, this means refraining from food and beverage for one hour before receiving the Eucharist (Canon 919). Some people say this means they can eat up to 30 minutes before Mass starts since the Communion rite is typically 30-45 minutes into the liturgy. Personally, I prefer to refrain one hour from the start of the Mass. It's weird to walk into a Church on a full stomach. Besides, what if a daily Mass takes only 25 minutes, then eating 30 minutes prior doesn't work!

So now let’s talk about how to receive Holy Communion. Having served as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and a Deacon in different churches in northeastern Pa., I should say that for the most part Catholics do this well. However, there have been times where I've done a jaw drop or double take because someone didn't receive Communion properly (and I suspect they were regular attending Catholics).

With the decree Norms for the Distribution and Reception of Holy Communion under Both Kinds in the United States of America, the USCCB permits the reception of Holy Communion

in the hand. The decree refers to St Cyril of Jerusalem who wrote: "When you approach, take care not to do so with your hand stretched out and your fingers open or apart, but rather place your left hand as a throne beneath your right, as befits one who is about to receive the King. Then receive him, taking care that nothing is lost." (Paragraph 41)

Unfortunately, the contrary does happen. As a Permanent Deacon, it is gut wrenching when the sacred host is snatched out of my hand, or if the communicant casually shuffles the sacred host from the palm to the finger tip of the same hand like a poker chip before they shoot it into their mouth. On the other end of the spectrum, I'm also not a fan of waving the host in a large cross-like fashion before consuming it. That might seem pious, but the best thing to do is to just place the sacred host in your mouth- you don't get more grace by doing anything else. Removing the chewing gum from your mouth before receiving is also advisable! (Why would you want anything in your mouth besides the Eucharist?)

It's necessary to point out that while receiving Holy Communion in the hand is permitted by decree in the United States (and many English speaking countries); it isn't the norm in the rest of the world. So for Americans traveling internationally, never assume that you can receive in the hand where ever you go. Follow the norms of the local place. If you don't know them, then play it safe and receive on the tongue. If you're not used to it, it's actually quite reverent.

Lastly about receiving in the hand, parents should make sure their kids are receiving Communion correctly. It's hard for the priest, deacon, or minister when you have an 8 year old holding his/her hands down at their waist. (They can't see the hands when they are that low and then has to bend down.) Whether you're a child or an adult, the communicant's hands should be held up and out, closer to the ciborium, so that the sacred host doesn't have to travel far. This way, there is less risk of the Body & Blood of our Lord falling to the ground.

There's much more that could be said, but I'll conclude by talking about the appropriate response to the prompt, "The Body of Christ" or "The Blood of Christ." It isn't silence. It isn't "We are," or "Yes it is," or even "Thank you Jesus." The only response is "Amen." I know - it's simple, yet profound. It's also what the Church asks us to do. Having just celebrated The Solemnity of The Body and Blood of Jesus Christ tells me of the great importance the Church places on the receiving of Holy Communion. Our sharing in the Body and Blood of Christ is the sign of our unity with Christ and the Church.

Yours, in Christ Jesus, Deacon Maurice J. Cerasaro, Jr.

Reflections from the Deacon’s Diary

STJB BOOK CLUB ST. JOHN BOSCO BOOK CLUB has selected Boys in the Boat by Dan James Brown for our next read. We will meet Sunday, July 16 at 12:30 PM at Tom’s Kitchen for discussion. You are welcome to join us then.

ALTAR CANDLES AVAILABLE If you desire to memorialize a candle that will be lit at all 9 Masses, Saturday Vigil through Friday morning, please contact the parish office. Give the date you desire it, intention and donor. It will be listed in the bulletin unless otherwise directed. There are two altar candles available every week. Donation: $10 each. It is a beautiful way to remember a loved one, living or deceased, or to thank God for blessings received.

TABERNACLE CANDLE The Tabernacle Candle burns this week for Carol Leypoldt given by daughter, Margaret Fetchen.

ALTAR FLOWERS The Altar Flowers for the weekend of June 24/25 are in memory of Mr. and Mrs. John Honis given by Gary and Sandra Honis.

CHARISMATIC MASS The next Charismatic Mass and Healing Service at St. John Bosco Church will be Thursday, July 13 at 7 PM. Father Gus Riccardi will preside and Sue Shaw will begin her music ministry at 6:45 PM. Light refreshments will follow in Room 3. Any questions, please call Arlene at (570) 788-3643.

SUMMER MASS There is no VACATION

from our Christian VOCATION! When you go on vacation in the summer, do you take a vacation from Mass? Do you make the days of summer lazy by staying home on Sunday? Here are four reasons to include Mass into your summer schedule:

After Jesus’ resurrection, his followers formed the early Church by gathering and keeping his message alive. Every time you attend Mass, you help to keep Jesus’ message alive – but that can only happen in church.

At Sunday Mass, millions of people you don’t know are praying for you and with you. Where else can you get that kind of help?

Attending Mass connects you to the Communion of Saints – the saints in heaven, the souls in purgatory, and believers on earth. That’s powerful company!

Mass is the way a Catholic fulfills the commandment to keep holy the Sabbath day. If God tells you to do something, it’s a good idea to do it.

Information on Mass times can be obtained on the internet: www.Masstimes.org. Going on vacation should not mean taking a vacation from God!

BUS TRIP – 2017 CHRISTMAS SHOW St. John Bosco Parish is sponsoring a bus trip to the American Music Theatre in Lancaster for the 2017 Christmas Show, “Home for the Holidays”. It is scheduled for Friday, November 17, 2017, at 3:00 PM with reserved seating. The bus will leave from the upper church parking lot at 11:45 AM. A lunch will be served while traveling. Dinner is at the popular Shady Maple Smorgasbord for 6:00 PM, and the bus should arrive back home between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM. The cost of the trip includes transportation, lunch enroute, the Christmas show, and a full dinner. Bus trip and gratuities are included. Full payment is due to secure reservation. For reservations, contact Marie at (570) 455-3874. Don’t wait! Bus fills up rather quickly. Call today so you are not disappointed. It’s not too early.

SOUNDPROOF ROOM MEMORIAL(S) AVAILABLE

Books for young children have been purchased for use in our parish soundproof room (cry room). If you would like to donate one or all of these books, please contact the parish office. The name of the donor and intention will be placed inside the children’s book and acknowledged in the bulletin. Donation: $20 each. Some of the titles are: Angel of God, My Guardian Dear, Going to Mass, God Is With Me Always, Praying With My Fingers, First Stories for Children From the Bible, etc. The entire set would be $200.

SOME REMINDERS OF CHURCH ETIQUETTE

As we enter into God’s House, our speech and tone should be somewhat softer and respectful of other individual’s praying. As we enter into the vestibule of the church, we should make sure our cell phones and/or pagers are either turned off or set to vibrate only (the same thing for messages). Any texting or instant messaging (IM) should be done outside of church. All other electronic devices should be turned off (video games, game boys, etc.) There should be no gum chewing in Church at any time. Please dispose of properly before entering Church.

NEW Parish Social Committee Meeting - Wednesday, July 5, 6 PM, Multi-Purpose Room. Adult volunteers interested in planning a social activity for the adults of our parish are invited to come to the meeting and to share their ideas.

Sunday Jer 20:10-13; Rom 5:12-15; Mt 10:26-33

Monday Gn 12:1-9; Mt 7:1-5

Tuesday Gn 13:2, 5-18; Mt 7:6, 12-14

Wednesday Gn 15:1-12, 17-18; Mt 7:15-20

Thursday Vigil: Acts 3:1-10; Gal 1:11-20; Jn 21:15-19. Day: Acts 12:1-11; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18; Mt 16:13-19

Friday Gn 17:1, 9-10, 15-22; Mt 8:1-4

First Saturday Gn 18:1-15; Mt 8:5-17

DA I L Y REA DI N GS

WEDDING BANNS

Derek A. Groce and Holly A. Smith Wedding, July 1, 2017

Brandon Deckert and Jaclyn Caccese Wedding, July 8, 2017

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Members of the RCIA Team: Fr. Ric Polmounter

Deacon Maurice Cerasaro Jason Seiwell

Thomas Pandolfi Sandy Honis

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WEDDING BELLS We extend our prayerful best wishes and congratulations to ROBERT MINNECI AND JOCELYN LAMOREAUX who were married on June 24 at St. John Bosco Parish. May they continue to grow in their love for each other.

BELL CHOIR

SAINT JOHN BOSCO BELL CHOIR will participate in the following Masses during the summer months:

July 1 - Saturday, 4:00 PM Mass July 23 - Sunday, 7:30 AM Mass

August 13 - Sunday, 9:00 AM Mass August 26 - Saturday, 4:00 PM Mass

DON’T FORGET . . . to patronize the advertisers listed in our bulletin. Remember it is through their kindness and generosity that our Bulletin is furnished to the Parish. The advertisements help to defray the publishing costs with which our Parish would otherwise be burdened to pay. We encourage you to patronize our sponsors as a “Thank You” for their generosity!

INTERESTED IN JOINING THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process for those interested in becoming members of the Catholic Church or coming into full communion with the Catholic faith community. It is especially tailored to:

Those who have never been baptized.

Those who have been baptized Roman Catholic but have not received the Sacraments of Holy Eucharist and/or Confirmation.

Those who were baptized into another Christian community (Protestant or non-Catholic) but now wish to continue their faith journey in the Roman Catholic Church.

If interested, call the office at (570) 788-1997, ext. 4, to have a required initial meeting with Fr. Ric early this summer. The RCIA sessions begin in September 2017.

HOLY DORMITION BYZANTINE FRANCISCAN FRIARY

Sybertsville On Saturday, July 1, at 11:00 AM, there will be a short prayer service in the Friary chapel followed by a reception in Emmaus Hall to celebrate the life and ministry of Father Anthony, Brother Gus, and the many other friars who have served at Holy Dormition Friary in Sybertsville through the years. We never retire from being a friar, even when we have to leave a ministry–there is no such thing as a “retired friar”. As Father Anthony and Brother Gus face the difficulties of old age, and as a community our time here is likely to be limited as there are no recent vocations, we would like to celebrate the life and ministry of our elder brothers with all of you who appreciate their kind and warm presence through the years. If you would like to attend this celebration, please email holydormition@gmail.com or call (570) 788-1212, ext. 407. If you are unable to attend but would like to share a brief memory that will be read at the reception, you may email your message to holydormition@gmail.com. “May God grant you peace!”

“MAGNIFICAT” SUBSCRIPTIONS We encourage all who are interested in deepening their spiritual life to subscribe to “MAGNIFICAT”. It contains Readings and Prayers for the daily Mass worship aid, Prayers for morning, evening and night, Meditations, Saints Lives, Stories of Faith and much more. It is available in both print and digital edition. It is published in both regular and large print. Brochures describing this monthly booklet and how to subscribe, prices, etc. are available at the Church entrances for the next few weeks.