Divine Mercy Parish 312 Davis St., Scranton, PA 18505 / 570-344-1724 / www.divinemercyparish.us

Office Hours 9:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Thursday

9:00AM - 3:00PM Friday

Religious Education Office 5:00PM - 9:00PM Tuesday & Thursday

9:00AM - 11:00AM Sunday

Fax Number: 570-344-1787

School Information All Saints Academy

570-343-8114

Holy Cross High School 570-346-7541

Office Staff

Rev. Francis L. Pauselli Pastor

fpauselli@divinemercyparish.us

William Drazdowski Parish Consultant

wdrazdowski@divinemercyparish.us

Brittain Banull Director of Religious Education

bbanull@divinemercyparish.us

Nicholas Katchur Director of Music

nkatchur@divinemercyparish.us

Jessica Fazzi Parish and Family Life Coordinator

jfazzi@divinemercyparish.us

Michele Manzo Office Assistant

mmanzo@divinemercyparish.us

The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Weekend of September 26 & 27, 2015

Assistant Groundskeepers Brandon Musso, William McGowan,

Michael Boyko, John Nestor

Sacristans William Castaldi, Anthony DelVecchio,

Edward Fortuna, Tony DeFrancesco, Daniel Burke,

Michael Boyko, Jeffery Manzo

Grounds keeping by Image One

Worship Schedule Saturday……..5:00PM Sunday………….8:00AM, 11:00AM & 5:00PM Monday - Friday…………..12:10PM

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 11:00AM - 11:45AM or anytime by appointment

Eucharistic Holy Hour Wednesday 6:00PM

Sunday Evening Prayer First Sunday of the Month 7:30PM

Parish Council

Frank Alu

Ann Marie Cawley

Lois Fuller

Germaine Helcoski

Ariel Kavulich

Margaret MacArt

Jeffery Manzo

Kathryn Moceyunas

Mary Theresa Montoro

Christopher Musso

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From the Desk of Father Pauselli

Congratulations to Angelo Joseph Alba who will be baptized this weekend at Divine Mercy. Angelo Joseph is the son of

Angelo Charles Alba and Jennifer Catherine Ryan Alba and was born on June 10, 2015. May the Lord bless Angelo Jo-

seph and his family on this most special occasion.

The results have been tabulated from our survey last weekend concerning the Saturday Vigil Mass. Here are the num-

bers:

233 chose 5:00 pm; 170 chose 4:00 pm; 103 chose 4:30 pm; 69 chose 5:30 pm and 144 had no opinion.

So beginning next Saturday, October 3rd our Saturday Vigil Mass will be at 5:00 p.m.

Thanks to all who participated in this survey. The Sunday Mass schedule will stay the same: 8:00, 11:00, and 5:00 pm.

Have a great week!

Religious Education / Life Long Faith Formation (Advent and Lent Bible Study) / Vacation Bible School / RCIA /

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

THE WORD IS THE PRESENCE OF OUR LORD THROUGH SCRIPTURE, THE FOUNDATION UPON WHICH WE CAN CONTINUE TO BUILD OUR FAITH.

….Brittain Banull DRE

Religious Education Registration Available Now! The 2015-2016 Religious Education Program is HERE! Registration forms can also be picked up in the parish office

during normal business hours or on our parish website. Please register as soon as possible. Registrations received after

September 27, 2015 will be assessed a late fee. If you have a child in catholic school in 2nd, 6th or 7th grade who will

be preparing for a sacrament please inform Brittain Banull at the Parish Office. Religious Education Classes will resume

on Sunday, September 13, 2015. Thank you to all the parents who have already registered for the program.

Religious Education Help Needed!!! Our Religious Education program is in need of teachers and aides. Religious Education Classes for grades 3 & 5 run on

Sundays from 9:00AM to 9:50AM for grade 1, 2 & 4 from 10:05AM to 10:55AM & grades 6 & 7 from 6:00PM to

7:30PM. If you are interested in one of these teacher or aide positions please contact Brittain Banull at the Parish Office

570-344-1724.

Grade 4: 1 teachers and 1 aides

Confirmation: 3 aides

If you are interested in one of these teacher or aide positions, please contact Brittain Banull at the Parish Office 570-344-

1724.

Interested In Becoming Catholic?

Try R.C.I.A. “The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults” The Catholic Church is always ready to welcome those who wish to become a part of its faith community. The faith

community of Divine Mercy Parish strives to reach out to anyone interested in exploring the possibility of becoming

Catholic. This is always done in a manner where there is no pressure or obligation placed on a person to actually become

Catholic. Anyone seeking answers to their faith life can enter into a process where they, along with many others, search

for God in a new and more meaningful way.

If you have felt the first stirrings of interest in discovering who Jesus is and what it means to be a Catholic, please con-

tact Brittain Banull at 344-1724 for more information.

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WORSHIP IS THE TANGIBLE EXPRESSION OF OUR LORD’S LOVE FOR US AND OUR RESPONSE TO HIM IN A CONCRETE AND LOVING EXPRESSION OF FAITH.

Liturgy Committee / Art and Environment / Holy Hour Eucharistic Adoration / Evening Prayer / Music Ministry / Eucharistic Minis-

ters / Lectors / Altar Servers / Choirs / Cantors / Musicians / Ushers and Sacristans / Hospitality

Liturgical Minister Schedule for October 3/4 5:00PM SAT 8:00AM SUN 11:00AM SUN 5:00PM SUN

Cantor Michael Kavulich Lori Singer Janet Lewis Christina Mecca

Lector Matt Cartwright Jake Finnerty Dorothy Bouselli Brian Price

Lector Marion Cartwright John Finnerty Thomas Conway Zane Price

EM Cathy Shields Michael Abdalla Ann Marie Charnogursky Mary Ellen McDonough

EM Tom Shields Marge MacArt Alice DeCarlo Peggy Walsh

EM Kathy Boyle ------ Mary Ann Donovan ------

EM Karin Conway ------ Barbara Malinowski ------

AS Jordan Grzyboski Ryan Semyon Kate O'Brien Brett Para

Mass Intentions

Monday—9/28/2015 12:10PM

Frieda Barber Requested by Pat and Mike Quinn

Tuesday—9/29/2015 12:10PM

Intention of the celebrant

Wednesday—9/30/2015 12:10PM

Kathryn Slussar Requested by Florence Sheets

Thursday—10/1/2015 12:10PM

John Lishok Requested by Dorothy Molinaro

Sunday—10/4/2015 8:00AM

Mass for the People

Sunday—10/4/2015 11:00AM

Joseph Goss Requested by Ceil Goss

Sunday—10/4/2015 5:00PM

Frank Pauselli Requested by his family

Friday—10/2/2015 12:10PM

Mary Evelyn Mooty Requested by Bill and Diane Walsh

Saturday—10/3/2015 5:00PM

Timothy Murray Requested by Mike and Mary Moskwa

MINISTRY FAIR OCTOBER 3 and 4, 2015

“There are different gifts but the same spirit;

There are different ministries but the same Lord. 1 Cor 12: 4-5

We are called through our baptism to imitate the Servant Leadership of Jesus Christ. Every member of our parish has

been given great gifts and we have many great ministries for our parish family. Can you please consider … just one of

your gifts or strengths and find a way to share it with your parish community.

Just imagine if each person considered giving in gratitude for their gifts … some time to just one ministry … how

much more we could do as a faith community.

Please join us at the MINISTRY FAIR after all Masses on October 3 and 4, 2015.

The Annual Scranton Rosary Rally will be held October 10th. It is sponsored in conjunction with the

“America Needs Fatima” campaign; held in honor of the 98th anniversary of the Blessed Mother’s appari-

tions in Fatima, Portugal. Rosary will be recited publicly beginning at 11:00am at the corner of North Wash-

ington Ave. and Spruce St. on Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. In case of inclement weather, the

Rosary service will be held in nearby St. Peter’s Cathedral. For more information, contact Josie at (570) 342-

5614 or Barb at (570) 591-0292.

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WE ARE THE PEOPLE OF GOD. WE STRIVE TO BE THE FACE OF GOD FOR OTHERS IN OUR PARISH AND THE PEOPLE WE MEET DAILY IN OUR COMMUNITY.

Parish Breakfast / Craft Fair / Calendar Party / Parish Picnic / Movie Night / Doughnut Sunday / First Friday and Lenten Friday

Luncheons / Clothes Shed and Coat Drive / Easter Egg Hunt / Breakfast with Santa / Concerts

Coordinating Team Members: Tom Cerep, Mary Theresa Montoro, Chris Musso,

Karen Grzyboski, Jen Roever, Jessica Fazzi, Marge MacArt, Colleen Musso, and Dina Castaldi

Pope Francis has been challenging the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) to promote more active engagement in ecumeni-

cal outreach. In response, the CCR of the Diocese of Scranton is sponsoring a day of formation in ecumenism. It will be held

on Saturday, October 3, 2015, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Holy Family Spiritual Renewal Center near Nanticoke,

PA. Registration for the day is $25 and includes three meals (breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 8:15). Overnight accom-

modations are available. This day will be an opportunity to pray, learn, discuss and fellowship, and will feature presentations

by Dan Almeter, who is knowledgeable and experienced in many aspects of ecumenism. Please contact the CCR Office at

570-344-2214 if you’d like a flyer with registration form (registrations are being taken by mail only, and must be accompa-

nied by payment). The CCR invites you to join them as they embrace our Holy Father’s desire to see progress made toward a

greater visible unity in the Body of Christ. For more information see website.ccrscranton.org

CALLING ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS We are planning an evening get together for you and your parents. The purpose of these sessions is to encourage you to be-

come actively involved in the life of our parish as you journey through high school. We have been blessed here at Divine

Mercy in the past with wonderful young men and women who have contributed greatly to the life of our parish during their

high school years and we certainly believe many of you can do the same. We will also let you know about events planned for

the year that are designed just for you. Refreshments will be served and there will be time to get to know other students from

surrounding schools who also call Divine Mercy their parish Church. Please R.S.V.P. to the Parish Office at 570-344-1724 to

confirm your reservation. The High School Nights will take place on:

October 8—Scranton and West Scranton

If you cannot attend the specific night designed for your school, you may attend any of the other sessions.

Scranton Preparatory School’s Open House will be held on Sunday, October 18th from 1:00pm-4:00pm.

Seventh and eighth grade students, their parents and families are cordially invited to attend.

Scranton preparatory School’s Scholarship Entrance Exam will be held on Saturday, December 5th for

eighth grade students interested in applying for the fall term of 2016. Registration will begin at 8:30am and

the exam starts at 9:00am. Students may pre-register by calling (570) 941-7737, extension 141.

Care and Education of Priests:

“Answering God’s call to a life of service to His people”

Our priests and deacons unconditionally answer the call to serve God’s people meeting increasing needs through-

out our Diocese. Contributions to the Annual Appeal fund ongoing formation of our priests, permanent deacons,

seminarians and deacon candidates. These funds also help us care for and support our 91 retired or ill priests,

many of whom continue to generously assist with the celebration of Masses, the visitation of the sick and by offer-

ing spiritual guidance to all in need. Appeal gifts also assist the Vocations Office, which has been blessed with

encouraging growth, in guiding those who are considering priesthood through a comprehensive discernment pro-

cess. We are grateful to currently have 10 seminarians pursuing the priesthood in the Diocese of Scranton and 29

candidates to the permanent deaconate. Your gift to the Annual Appeal directly supports the celebration of the Eu-

charist, proclamation of the Gospel, administration of the Sacraments and devotions within our parish

communities.

Monday • September 28

Weekday

Zec 8:1-8; Lk 9:46-50

Tuesday • September 29

Weekday

Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Jn

1:47-51

Wednesday • September 30

Weekday

Neh 2:1-8; Lk 9:57-62

Thursday • October 1

Weekday

Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; Lk 10:1-12

Friday • October 2

Weekday

Bar 1:15-22; Mt 18:1-5, 10

Saturday • October 3

Weekday

Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; Lk 10:17-24

Sunday • October 4

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gn 2:18-24; Heb 2:9-11; Mk 10:2-16 or 10:2-12

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Mass Attendance

September 19 & 20

Saturday

Sunday

5:00PM

158

4:00PM

214

5:30PM

124

8:00AM

171

11:00AM

296

SUNDAY EVENING PRAYER AND BENEDICTION

FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT 7:30PM

Ministry Schedule The Ministry Schedule for October through December will be released on September

30th. Contact Nick at the Parish Office by September 28th if you have any schedul-

ing conflicts, would like to change your Mass time preference or be taken off the

schedule. Volunteers are still needed for our Christmas Masses. Contact the Parish Office if you

would like to volunteer.

We are always happy to see new volunteers coming forward to share their gifts with our

parish community. If you are interested or know of someone who may be interested in

participating in one of our many ministries, contact Nick at the Parish Office for more

information on how to get involved!

Contact info: office phone - 570-344-1724 / e-mail - nkatchur@divinemercyparish.us

THROUGH SCRIPTURE WE KNOW GOD CALLS US TO SERVE OTHERS. WE ARE A PARISH COMMUNITY COMMITTED TO HELPING THOSE IN NEED.

Eucharistic Outreach / Divine Mercy Table / Social Concerns Committee / Food Pantry Support /

Blood Drive / Holiday Donations / Souper Bowl of Caring

Coordinating Team Members: Mike Abdalla, Marguerite Coyle, Joanne Corbett, Cathy Genovese,

Rose Marie Kloss, Sr. Janet Jeffers, Jessica Fazzi, and Michele Manzo

Lector Workbooks Lector workbooks can be

picked up in the Parish

Office during normal

business hours.

COUNSELING SERVICES AVAILABLE

Catholic Social Services of The Diocese of Scranton offers compassionate counseling in a

safe, comfortable environment where your privacy is always respected. Counseling is

about self-discovery and can be used for personal growth or when distressing conditions

exist and you need a bit of extra support… help is available. Anyone who struggles with

anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions or a variety of emotional or psychologi-

cal conditions is welcome. For more information or to make an appointment, call 570-

207-2283.

IMPORTANT SEPTEMBER DATES:

September 29 - Community Coordinating Team Meeting -7:00

Gift Bearers If you would like to bring

up the gifts at the weekend

Masses, please inform the

usher before Mass begins.

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL

Divine Mercy Parish Pastoral Council met on September 9 and topics of discussion were:

High School Nights

Ministry Fair

Youth Ministry

Quarterly Newsletter

Ongoing Faith Formation

Outreach to Homebound

Formation of Coordinating Teams for Word and Worship

Our next meeting will be on October 14.