Holy Name Roman Catholic Church

Bulletin
September 13, 2009
Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Marcelline Stevens/J.P. Scooby & Fam.
Doreen Basile/Lila Wood
Helen Luther/Estate
Forgotten Souls in Purgatory
Edward Washko/MM Joseph Carson
Betty Smith/Edna Cicero
Liv. & Dec’d Chaplains & Mems. CD of A Ct. 680
Relief of Souls in Purgatory/Judy Monahan
Edna Mae Knorr/MM Tim Lucko & Fam.
Martin Rashlich/MM John Martin
Margaret Waring/Estate
Intention of Msgr. Arnold L. Gaus/Holy Name School Comm.
Derek Westrick/MM Walter Lieb & Fam.
Intention of William Rhoades/D’Agostini Fam.

 

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ANNUAL COLLECTION FOR OUR TWIN PARISH IN HAITI
THIS WEEKEND - ENVELOPES ARE PART OF SEPTEMBER PACKET
As in years past, anyone wishing to contribute toward the needs of Holy Name’s Twin Parish in Pandiassou may do so in future weeks. The final amount shared with Brother Francklin will be calculated by mid-November. It is always in the Fall when the Diocese forwards to your pastor the monetary sums raised in his appeals to given congregations throughout the diocese.

NEW OPPORTUNITY - PARISH HAITI COMMITTEE
To further enhance and support the bond with our sister Parish in Pandiasou, we have elected to establish a new Parish Haiti Committee. This committee will meet on a periodic basis, and working hand in hand with Kindred Journey Fund, Inc., will identify and implement specific local projects to benefit the peasants of Haiti and to strengthen our commitment to their cause. An initial task will be to examine the feasibility and minimum requirements for the establishment of group tours for parishioners and other interested parties which would allow people to see first-hand the tremendous daily challenges faced by the Haitian citizenry, as well to testify to the benefits of current programs financed through Kindred Journey. The inaugural meeting of this new committee will be held on Monday, October 5 at 7pm in the rectory conference room. Please consider this opportunity to offer your time and talent to this very worthwhile endeavor. Any questions, call Doug Tusing at 472-4257.

EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS - SEPTEMBER 14TH
Monday, September 14th, the Church commemorates the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. This feast celebrates a double anniversary: the discovery of the Lord’s Cross by the empress, Saint Helena in 320, and the dedication of the Constantinian basilicas at the sites of the Holy Sepulcher and of Calvary in 335. We pray for the wisdom to acknowledge the mystery of the cross on earth. And pray to receive the gift of redemption in heaven.

YEAR FOR PRIESTS - FOSTERING A SENSE OF VOCATION
The ordination of new priests and the advancements of seminarians to future orders is such a wonderful and fulfilling prospect for the life of the church in our diocese and for the universal church. Vocation promotion here at Holy Name is a priority on many levels as we see growth in the consideration of priestly responses to God’s call. Religious communities of men and women are also excited about the prospects for future ministries in our Catholic Church. Thankfully, there seems to be a conscious effort among the parishioners of Holy Name Parish to pray for vocations. Yes, we are grateful to those who from our parish have already responded to the call of a priestly vocation, namely, Gus Lieb and Nate Meckey with the Franciscan Community in Loretto and Lowell Jensen with the Diocese of Gallup, New Mexico. Pray that their preparation for the priesthood may be a valid and good experience.

FORTY HOURS DEVOTION
Three days of special prayerful devotion to the Real Presence of Jesus in the form of Eucharistic Food are scheduled for September 27, 28 and 29. All parishioners are encouraged to use the three days of Eucharistic Devotion to better appreciate the incredible truth of our faith that God became a part of the human scene.
Then Christ gifted us with His flesh to eat and His blood to drink in the Eucharist. How wonderful that Gift!! How great that blessing!! Attend the evening services on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at 7:00 PM. Confessions will be available on Sunday and Monday evenings. We again urge visitation by you before the Blessed Sacrament for 30 minutes or an hour each of the three days. Fr. Paul Robine will be the homilist the three evenings of the Forty Hours Devotions.
A Forty Hours collection envelope can be found in your September envelope packet. Your offering for this devotional event may be deposited in the weekend collection or at the Monday night Mass.

ALTAR SERVERS AND PROCESSION FOR FORTY HOURS SOLEMN CLOSING
For the Solemn Closing (Tues. September 29th at 7:00 PM) all 6th, 7th & 8th grade servers are expected to be present and participate in the procession in praise and honor of Jesus' Real Presence in the Eucharist. Please gather in the church hall no later than 6:30 PM on Tuesday evening to receive instructions. Altar Servers will wear albs. Servers are also asked to be faithful to their special serving assignments and their scheduled Eucharistic adoration time before the Blessed Sacrament and should refer to the Forty Hours schedule (which is attached to the September Server Schedule) for times and other details.

PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN (VIRTUS) TRAINING
A Protecting God’s Children training session will be offered on Thursday, October 1 at Holy Name Church Hall. Anyone who works with or chaperones the youth of our parish, in any capacity, is required to take this training. It is only necessary to take this training once. The three hour session will begin promptly at 6:00PM. You may register prior to the session online at www.virtus.org. For questions, call Sarah Zearing 472-5631 or Susie McCombie 472-7893.

ROSARY RALLY
The Altoona-Johnstown Curia of the Legion of Mary cordially invites you to attend the annual Rosary Rally which will be held at Holy Name Church, Ebensburg on Sunday, October 11 at 3:00PM. The theme for 2009 is Let Us Pray the Rosary in Our Troubled World. The Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary will be depicted in a living tableau by children from area parishes. We look forward to seeing you during this annual celebration in honor of our Blessed Mother.

STEWARDSHIP OF TIME - TIME IS A PRICELESS GIFT
Think of time as a priceless gift: develop an awareness of its incomparable value and examine your conscience in this light. Are you using your time according to God’s plan, or are you throwing it away? If tomorrow were never to dawn, what would you do for God today?

LIFELINES
• the risk of breast cancer nearly doubles after one abortion and increases even more with two or more abortions
• women who have had abortions are more likely to give birth to children with handicaps
• post-abortive women are likely to have worse health overall than other women
• one in five women who have had abortions will suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder - the illness most commonly linked with soldiers returning from the battlefront
• as many as 60 percent of women who have had abortions think about suicide
• women who abort are twice as likely to become heavy smokers
• abortion is linked with a two-fold increased risk of alcohol abuse among women
• abortion is linked to subsequent drug abuse
• women who abort are more likely to suffer from eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia
• abortion is linked with increased depression and violent behavior - factors which are closely associated with child abuse

GRANDPARENTS BINGO THIS EVENING
With the celebration of Grandparents Day in September, The Youth Activities Committee is inviting youth in grades Kindergarten thru 8th grade to bring their grandparent(s) or a senior friend to an evening of refreshments and children’s bingo. Spend some time together this evening from 6 to 7:30 PM in the church hall. Admission is free.

JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH - COME CHECK IT OUT
ALL 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are invited to a Jr. High Youth Group Kick Off. Come and see what we have planned. Bring your friends to Cambria Township Recreation Park (Revloc) on September 20th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Join Us at Pavilion # 2 for pizza and snacks. Play basketball, volleyball, or just sit around and talk. Find out about our October and November events. Any parents interested in helping with this group on a regular or occasional basis are invited to attend as well. For information call Adam Walker 472 -0644 or Sarah Zearing 472 – 5631

ARE YOU WILLING TO HELP?
The Youth Activities Committee is looking for your help. You may be willing to help on a regular basis, or just help with the event you really enjoy. Maybe you would enjoy helping with family events such as the Father/Daughter Dance, Mother/Son Sport Night, or Grandparents Bingo… Maybe you’d like to offer some time to the new Jr. High Youth Group. Whatever you can give is appreciated. Please call Sarah Zearing 472- 5631 for more information.

INVITATION TO BECOME A CATHOLIC
Call Sr. Margie now if you or someone you know is thinking of becoming Catholic. Our next Catholic Inquiry Session is Tues. September 22, 7 PM in the Church Library.

FINAL REGISTRATION: ADULT CLASSES ON “THE CREED”
Sr. Margie’s classes on “The Creed,” begin Wed. Sept 16, Church Hall, 7-9 PM. Book fee, $10. 8 weeks: Sept. 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7, 14; Nov. 3, 18, 24. We pray the Nicene Creed every Sunday. Learn the history and meaning behind each statement of faith in this great prayer. Call 472-8315.

SCHEDULE FOR EM, LECTORS, GIFT BEARERS, USHERS & GREETERS
The new schedule for weekend ministries Oct-March 2009 will be available next weekend in the Narthex (alphabetical order).

COOKIES AND SNACKS NEEDED
We would appreciate HELP in providing cookies/snacks/desserts for the parish social during Forty Hours. Please bring food/refreshments to the Church Library on Sunday, September 27th.

LITURGY COMMITTEE
The Liturgy Committee will meet Friday at 3:30PM in the Rectory.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (CCD) NEWS
1. PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN: Classes begin on Sunday, September 20 from 10:00-11:00AM in Holy Name School primary floor. Must be pre-registered.
2. ELEMENTARY GRADES 1 THROUGH 5: Classes begin Tuesday, September 22 from 3:30-4:45PM. Students will be bused from Cambria Elementary to Holy Name School. Parents are responsible for transportation home. Parent permission forms for early dismissal and to ride the bus will be sent home from school. TEACHERS ARE STILL NEEDED.
3. GRADE 6 - Classes begin on Tuesday, September 22 from 2:45-4:00PM. No parent permission forms will be sent home. Students will walk from the Middle School at dismissal time to Holy Name School. Parents are responsible for transportation home.
4. JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL, GRADES 7 THROUGH 11: Classes begin today from 10:00-11:15AM.

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL - GOAL $91,243.00
To date, 29% of parishioners have pledged $47,297.85 to the Annual Catholic Appeal. The Goal this year has been assigned to your parish based upon a $63.10 per household assessment. Parishioners capable of contributing a larger amount are encouraged to do so. Our goal this year is to achieve participation from every parishioner. Your participation is vital to the success of the ACA not only for these ministries, but for our own parish as well. Please make a gift that reflects your gratitude for God’s incredible blessings. Join me in returning your completed pledge card by placing it in today’s collection. If you are unable to make a financial gift, please return your pledge card indicating that; we will see that you do not receive a second request.

WORLD YOUTH DAY NEWS
Attention parents of youth in grades 7th thru 12th - down-payment for World Youth Day trip to Madrid, Spain in 2011 is due by September 15th. Anyone interested in going or needing more information about this awesome life-changing event may call Nancy McCulley at 241-7809.

APEX NEWS
1. APEX ROOM WILL BE OPEN on Sunday, September 13 from 7:00-9:00PM. Any APEX member able to draw or sketch is asked to attend; we’ll be working at decorating the room with various drawings and your talent is needed!!!
2. FRIGHT NIGHT - APEX Youth Group Permission Forms are now available on the website and in the Narthex for the Murder Mystery Trip & Fright Night at Kennywood Park.
3. SERVICE HOURS - Any high school youth interested in service hours and would like to work the APEX Potatofest Gob Booth on September 26th from 8:00AM-5:00PM is ask to call Nancy at 241-7809. Many time slots are available!

APEX GOB SALE
The Apex Youth Group is taking orders for delicious gobs. Cost is $4.50 for a half dozen and $9.00 for a dozen. Gobs will be available for pickup after all Masses the weekend of Sept 26 &27. Please complete the order form below and return it with your payment via the church collection basket or to the rectory by Sept 15th. This, like all Apex fund raisers, will help defray the cost of upcoming Apex events offered to the high school youth of our parish. We truly appreciate all your support!!!
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APEX GOB SALE

Gobs will be available for pickup after all Masses the weekend of September 26 & 27. Please complete the form below and return to the rectory with payment no later than September 15th.

 

HOLY NAME HOME/SCHOOL BREAKFAST TODAY
The first breakfast of the school year will be held today, September 13th from 8:00AM - Noon in the church hall. Come and celebrate Grandparents’ Day! Ages 15 and older $6.00, ages 5-14 $4.00 and ages 4 and under free. Buffet includes eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, potatoes, toast, muffins, fresh fruit, juice, coffee and hot tea.

HOLY NAME BELL CHOIR
Holy Name Bell Choir will begin rehearsals on Tuesday September 15 at 5:00 pm.

HOLY NAME WOMEN’S CHOIR
Holy Name Women’s Choir will begin rehearsals on Tuesday September 15 at 7:00 pm.

FATIMA DEVOTIONS
The Franciscan Friars, T.O.R., from Loretto, invite you to participate with them in celebrating the Fatima Devotions on Sunday, September 13th, at 7:00 P.M. in the gardens. (In case of inclement weather the devotion will be at the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel.) The singing will be led by the choir of the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel, Loretto and the sermon will be delivered by Fr. Shawn Roberson, T.O.R. A cordial welcome to all.

CHORAL CONCERT
St. Francis Xavier Music Ministry presents a Choral Concert in celebration of the Centennial of St. Francis Xavier Parish, featuring the St. Francis Xavier Centennial Choir (a collection of local choirs including our very own Holy Name choirs and string ensemble) Sunday, September 13, 2009 beginning at 7:00 PM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 211 Powell Avenue, Cresson, PA . A social will follow in the church hall. Free will offering.

GIANT EAGLE APPLES FOR THE STUDENTS PROGRAM
Holy Name School will once again be participating in the Giant Eagle Apples for the Students Program. Giant Eagle provides the opportunity for schools to get FREE computer and educational related equipment into our classrooms. The Giant Eagle Apples for the Students Program is easy! Just follow these three easy steps: 1. Register your Giant Eagle Advantage Card # at www.gianteagle.com or call 1-800-474-4777; 2) Enter our School ID#: 0465; 3) Shop with your Giant Eagle Advantage Card. Instead of collecting receipts, each scan of the Giant Eagle Advantage Card will help our school earn FREE equipment. The Program begins on September 27, 2009 and runs through March 17, 2010, so don’t wait to register. If your card was previously registered for Holy Name, you will not need to register again this year. Also, make sure you tell your families and friends to register their cards for our school. Every point helps! If there are any questions or you need help registering your card, please contact Rick Surkovich at 472-8467 or call the school office.

BISHOP CARROLL BOYS BASKETBALL CLINIC
The boys basketball coaches of Bishop Carroll will be having a boys’ basketball clinic on Sat. Oct. 17 for boys in grades 4-9 from 8-Noon. Cost of the clinic is $20. For more information call Coach Cosie Aliquo at 471-6889.
 

School News

Walk Together in Faith

Breakfast: The Home School Association is sponsoring a breakfast buffet today from 8:00 am to Noon in the church hall.

50/50: The September 50/50 Drawing is September 16th. Tickets are available from any Holy Name School family or at the school or rectory office. The cost is $1.00 each.

Assembly: The annual Magazine Drive begins on Wednesday, September 16, with an all school assembly in the church hall at 9:00 am. Mr. Richard Papp will explain the procedures to the students and discuss the BMX demo which will take place at our school if the magazine goal is met. Anyone interested in purchasing or renewing a subscription should contact a Holy Name School family or call the school office.

Act 80 Day: Students will not have school on Friday, September 18, due to a teacher conference day.

Football: Saturday, September 19 11:00AM at DeGol Field vs. OMOS.

Scrip Sales: Scrip will be available in the Narthex on Sundays from 8:30-11:30 am and at the school and rectory offices during regular office hours.
 

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