Reverend Joseph E. Bonafed, Pastor jbonafed@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Reverend David J. Nazimek, Administer Pro Tem dnazimek@dioceseofgreensburg.org Deacon John D. Zombar—JZombar@dioceseofgreensburg.org

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Weekend Masses Saturday: 4:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM

***Weekday Masses*** Beginning on September 2, 2019

Tuesday & Wednesday 8:00 AM

*Holy Days Vigil-7:00 PM

*See Insert for detailed information

Confessions Saturday

3:00-3:30 PM

Lauretta Stanley, Faith Formation 724-872-2106

Eric Blanda, Director of Music 412-582-2512

Paula DeClaudio, Parish Secretary 724-872-6123

Weddings—Baptisms: Contact Parish Secretary for appointment.

225 N 2nd St. West Newton, PA 15089-1609 | holyfamilywestnewton.org | 724-872-6123 | hfamilywn@comcast.net

Save the Date: Here is a list of upcoming activi-ties. Watch the bulletin for news of activities. Listed below are some of the dates you will want to re-serve in the coming months.

September—Quilt & Cash Ticket Bible Study Resumes Faith Formation Resumes September 24—CCM Executive Board Meeting 9:30 am @ Gary’s Chuck Wagon September 29—CCM Meeting @ 12:30 PM @ Gary’s Chuck Wagon

Please check the bulletin and insert for Mass times as some changes have been

made.

Check Mass times for Holy Days

The Rosary will be prayed before Masses during the month

of October. If anyone would like to lead the prayer

advise Maryann Landini.

See Insert for information about Faith Formation

Schedule!

4:00 PM | Saturday, September 21 Lector

Bill Hughes

Eucharistic Ministers Ginger DeBlasio, Coreen Goetz

Altar Servers Raphaela Lombardozzi

11:00 AM | Sunday, September 22 Lector

Mary Ryckman

Eucharistic Ministers Dan Landini, Maryann Landini

Altar Servers Noah Lehner

4:00 PM | Saturday, September 28 Lector

Dan Landini

Eucharistic Ministers Bill Hughes, Michelene Lovato. Tony Lovato

Altar Servers Armand Luzi

11:00 AM | Sunday, September 29 Lector

Bill Ryckman

Eucharistic Ministers Darlene Scheher, Aleta Kegan, Mary Ryckman

Altar Servers Jacob Boyer

PRAYER AND WORSHIP

WEEKLY BELL CHIMES DAY NOON 6:00 PM

SAT 9/21 Eva & Alex Booley—Anniversary Fr. Joseph Bonafed—Birthday

SUN 9/22

MON 9/23 Scott Bileck—Anniversary

TUES 9/24 Renee & Spandy Zemany—Anniversary Mary Therese Forbes—Memorial

WED 9/25 Melissa Delduca—Birthday

THURS 9/26 Frances Kuwicki—Memorial

FRI 9/27 Mark Alvarez—Memorial

SAT 9/28 Michael Gunchuck. Sr. Memorial Victoria Schwet—Memorial

SUN 9/29

MINISTRY SCHEDULE Saturday, September 21 4:00 PM Vigil–The 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Joanne Grinarml by Betty and Don Grinarml

Sunday, September 22 11:00 AM The 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time John Merlino by Theresa and Family

Tuesday, September 24 8:00 AM Weekday Gene Saccani by Anna Jean and Family

Wednesday, September 25 8:00 AM Weekday

Deceased Members of the Balash Family by Family

Saturday, September 28 4:00 PM Vigil–The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Vicky Schwet by Fr. Edward Schwet

Sunday, September 29 11:00 AM The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Velma and John Kosor (Mem. of Wedding Anniversary)

By Family

Weekday Masses at Holy Family will are scheduled at 8:00 AM on Tuesday and Wednesday during the week. If you are in the

practice of attending daily Mass you are welcome to attend Mass on Monday and Thursday at 8:00 AM during the week at

St. Anne, Rostraver.

Assistance for the US and Bahamas A Special Collection will be taken up in the

Churches of the Diocese of Greensburg on the weekend of October 4th & 5th for the victims of the hurricane . The

Bishop has asked all parishioners to be generous in prayers and contributions to help those who have been

impacted by this storm. Please pray for the souls of those who have died, those who are sick and injured and those

who are lost.

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INSPIRATION

Bingo Social Come Join us for BINGO Sunday OCTOBER 13th

Early Birds start at 6:30 PM and will pay out at least $15/game.

Admission is still only $15 for 15 games each paying $30. Specials (3) pay out

$50 and Quickies (2) pay 1/2 take. The kitchen will be open serving great

food and drink at great prices.

Try your luck at games of chance as well as on the increasing amounts on

the Bullseye and Jackpot games.

Admission is only $15 for the 15 game boards. The more who play, the more

the payouts will be.

Concerns Regarding Sexual Abuse If you have any suspicion about the sexual abuse (or any other type of abuse) of a minor child by anyone — please contact PA Childline immediately at 1-800-932-0313. If the alleged abuser is functioning in a parish, school or diocesan position as clergy, religious, paid staff or volunteer you are also requested to contact the Bishop’s Delegate for Matters of Sexual Misconduct after you have called the Childline number and made the report. The Bishop’s Delegate may be reached at 724-837-0901, Ext. 1221

Note Change of TIME for

BINGO

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time The oppression of poor people by the well-off, comfortable people is condemned by the prophet Amos in today’s first reading. In his first letter to Timothy, Paul reminds Tim-othy today that the good Lord wants everyone to be saved, not just some; not just the rich, not just the or the comfortable, or the respectable – but everyone, including the poor, the criminal, the down-and-out, the despairing. Therefore, no matter what hap-pens, we cannot bring the gavel of condemnation down on the people we do not like, or on the people who give us trouble. Our greatest sin, the practice that does most harm to our society, is the practice of excluding certain groups of people because they don’t “meet our criteria.” In the Gospel, Our Lord is teaching something that is extremely complex – a parable about the master and the steward. The words are there on the page: “So I tell you this: use money, tainted as it is, to win you friends, and thus make sure that when the money fails you, they will welcome you into the tents of eternity.” What, exactly, is Jesus asking us to do? He’s not asking us to be as deceitful as the steward, for he goes on to say that you have to choose to be the servant either of God or of money. Nor would Jesus be happy to see us forsaking our innocence for the sake of an easier conclusion to life’s

challenges. His own life provides us with a clear framework of the courage and honesty He asks of us, whatever the trials we must endure. So – what are the skills a follower of Jesus needs that display the same ability or astuteness in matters of the Gospel. The main quality that Jesus highlights, something the unjust steward is certainly not an ex-ample of, is trustworthiness. He also asks for freedom from greed and from a devotion to riches and money, again the opposite of the unjust steward. After a brief exchange with the Pharisees, who laugh at Him for this attitude to mon-ey, Jesus will go on to tell the parable of the rich man who ignores the poor man, Laza-rus, at his gate. Ultimately, Jesus uses the example of the steward to turn upside down the world and call us to defend, with the same energy and passion, His new option for those who are poor. This is where we may get confused. We are not to be taken in by the world of the steward. Rather – we are to use all our wit and wisdom to promote the values of the Gospel and the recognition of those who are vulnerable and weak in the eyes of that world. It is in the making of friends with everyone – even those most ignored by the rest of society – that seals our lives in harmony. Never set out to make enemies of anyone. The bonds of good will must be forged between all groups in society, especially where injus-tice and inequality threaten to destroy the peace. Having a care for the poor, not driving them into despair, this is the Lord’s clear teaching today.

Scripture Verse “The person who is trustworthy in very small matters is also trustworthy in great ones; and the person who is dishonest in very small matters is also dishonest in great ones. If, therefore, you are not trustworthy with dishonest wealth, who will trust you with true wealth?” - Lk 16:10-11

Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass ©2001, 1998, 1970 CCD.

The Seasons of Life If you live in the northern part of our country, you see the signs all around. Leaves turn from green to yellow to orange or red, then fall and fade to brown. Birds slowly disap-pear for the south. Grass withers underfoot. “To everything there is a season,” we read in Ecclesiastes. The natural world speaks spiritual truths, if only we have ears to hear. God invites each and every one of us into the seasonal progression of our own conver-sion. No matter who we are, each of us has something in our life that is ready to turn. Is it an area where we’re weary? A good habit we’ve been putting off? A familial reconcilia-tion that needs to happen? As the world passes from one season to another, where is God inviting you to turn toward Him? ©LPi

Let us pray for the conversion of the world & for peace.

09/22/2019 MEETINGS:

Adult Bible Study – Weekly, Wednesday’s 9-11:00 AM. First day of Bible Study is Wednesday, October 2nd. Holy Name Society – October 13th at 9:30 AM - Social Hall. Confraternity of Christian Mothers – September 29, 12:30 @ Gary’s Chuck Wagon. Parish Pastoral/Finance Council – Tuesday, November 5 @ 6:30 PM.

FINANCIAL REPORT FOR 9/15/2019 Parish Income:

Offertory: $2,358.00

Loose: 275.00

Candles: 60.00

Monthly: 35.00

Holy Days: 00.00

Total: $2,728.00

Parish Budget $4,000.00

Total Income $2,728.00

Under Budget: -$1,272.00

Seminarian & Clergy Collection - $10.00

Total Offertory $2,738.00

DIOCESAN ROSARY RALLY AT CHRIST OUR SHEPHERD CENTER

OCT. 12 Bishop Malesic will lead the annual Rosary Rally Oct. 12 in St. Joseph Chapel at the Christ Our Shepherd Center. The day will include Mass at 9 a.m., adoration and the sacrament of reconciliation after Mass with recitation of the Scriptural rosary at 11 a.m. Organizations that plan to carry a banner at the Rosary Rally must register at 724-552-2645.

ALTAR SERVER TRAINING

There will be a training class for those adults interested in

becoming an ALTAR SERVER on Sunday October 27 after the 11:00 Mass. Please contact Bill Ryckman if interested.

YOUNG WOMEN’S DISCERNMENT RETREAT

The Greensburg Religious Vocation Council invites young women (ages 18-35) to a DISCERNMENT RETREAT “COME TO THE QUIET.” It’s to be held from Friday, September 27 – to Sunday, September 29, 2019 at St. Emma’s Monastery in Greensburg. To register for it contact: Sr. Barbara Ann Smelko at nasmelko@scsh.org Cost is $30.00 as a thank you offering or CALL: 724-454-8524

CHANCES FOR COLUMBUS DAY PRIZE COLUMBUS DAY SPECIAL-SUPER SCRATCH OFF TICKETS

1 unopened package of each: $5. $20. & $30 (120 total tickets)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 $10 DONATION only 333 tickets sold.

Sponsored by Holy Name Society of Holy Family Church If anyone can buy or sell any of these chances contact Bill Ryckman @ 724-256-6042 or magdoc@mac.com

FOR INFORMATION REGARDING BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN FAMILIES

If you would like to purchase items that were displayed at Church last weekend or learn more about “Bethlehem Christian Mission” you may use the websites listed below. For more information please see Website: www.landofpeace.org and www.bcfmission.com COLLECTION FOR THE HOMELESS

Many of our Parishioners know of Fr. Tim’s mission of serving the homeless in the local Pittsburgh area. He is collecting new and gently used blankets and other items to be distributed as the weather turns cold. As you start your fall cleaning and shopping season this is a perfect time to remember our brothers and sisters who are less fortunate with a warm blanket, hat, pair of gloves or socks. You may fill the bins in the back of the Church with your offerings. Thank you and may God bless you for your generosity!

***IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT MASS SCHEDULES***

Please note that the Weekday Mass Schedule will change

beginning September 1, 2019.

Daily Mass: Mon. & Thursday at 8:00 AM at St. Anne

Daily Mass: Tues. & Wed. at 8:00 AM at Holy Family

At this time there are no changes anticipated in

Weekend Mass times.

Changes are necessary to accommodate the Pastor’s

schedule and insure that Masses are available at both

Churches. If you are in the habit of attending daily Mass, feel

free to attend the Masses held at St. Anne Church on Monday

and Thursday.

RECOGNITION OF FIRST RESPONDERS – SEPT. 21 - 22

As we pause to reflect and pray about the tragedies we have faced as a nation since 9/11, it is also a time to give thanks for the blessing of our First Responders. Each day these men and women give of themselves to those of us who in danger, whose lives have been disrupted by fire, flood, accidents, or tragedies brought on by others. The work long hours to keep us safe. On the weekend of September 21st and 22nd, we will honor these heroes at Mass on a special

way. Please encourage and family or friends who are first responders to attend Mass next weekend.

A book is located in the back of the Church where any one

may write their prayer requests/intentions and all may

pray for those listed. Sponsors of the Book of Intentions

are the members of Confraternity of Christian Mothers.

09/22/2019

CHANCE FOR CASH AND A BEAUTIFUL QUILT! A beautiful California Poppy Quilt, is the creation of and donated by Sister Anne Angelcyk. The devotion, prayers, time and love which she put into the 4 years of work was guided by the spirit of her loving mother Anne Angelcyk. Sister got additional help completing the finish stitching from the Amish. This Beautiful Quilt and $500.00 can be yours if you hold the $5.00 donation

number that is drawn—7:00 pm Lottery November 30, 2019.

You must see this quilt to appreciate the beauty of it.

It fits Full – Queen – King size Beds. Stop in the vestibule to view a poster of the quilt!

For tickets/information call Barbara Saxberg 724-872-9116

Project to benefit new Church Roof project—Holy Family Church, West Newton, PA

Sponsored by the Confraternity of Christian Mothers of Holy Family Church

ALTAR FLOWERS

In the past, our parish had sponsors for flowers on the altar on a weekly

basis. We have started that program up again with a good response.

There are a few weekends available in the last half of the year. If you

would like to participate in this effort to have flowers on our altar, please

complete the following form and drop it in the collection basket. Once a

schedule is set up, you will be notified. Also, the florist will bill you

directly.

Your participation will be greatly appreciated.

NAME _____________________________________

PHONE# ______________________________

DATE DESIRED __________________

IN MEMORY/HONOR OF ____________________________

SPECIAL COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND 9/28 & 29

Next weekend is the Seminarian and Clergy Formation

Collection throughout the Diocese of Greensburg. Please

prayerfully consider making a financial gift in support of our

Seminarians, our men who are preparing for the Permanent

Diaconate, for the ongoing formation of our clergy and for

our International Priests serving throughout the Diocese of

Greensburg. Please respond using the tear-off portion of

the letter that was mailed to you, by using the special

collection envelope in your envelope set from the parish, or

the Seminarian and Clergy Formation Collection envelopes

found in the pews or online at

www.dioceseofgreensburg.org. We ask you to

accompany the seminarians and clergy of our diocese by

your prayerful support.

‘DISCOVERING CHRIST’ TO BE HELD AT

ST. VINCENT BASILICA PARISH SEPT. 17-OCT. 29

St. Vincent Basilica Parish will host “Discovering Christ” in

the Parish Center Assembly Room on Tuesdays from 6-9

p.m. with a retreat on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Dinner and the program are offered at no cost, but

participation is limited to 75 participants. Registration is

required. Register online at

www.basilicaparishstv.org/christlife. Contact Kristina Davies

at 724-539-8629, ext. 19 or kristina.davies@stvincent.edu

for more information.

SEVEN DOLORS “SOUPER” LUNCHEON

Seven Dolors Church, 102 Center St. Yukon is sponsoring a “Souper” on Sunday, 10/13, from 11:30 AM-1 PM in the

Social Hall. Menu: Homemade Soups, Sandwiches, Desserts & Beverage, Eat in or Take Out available. Adults:

$7/Children 10 & under: $4. Basket Raffle & 50/50. Benefits Parish Fuel Fund.

FAITH FORMATION BEGINS 9/29 AND 9/30 A Reminder -Faith Formation for the 2018-2019 school year begins September 29-30 for Grades 1-8. Classes for Grades 1-3 will take place on Sunday mornings from 9:30 am until 10:45 at St. Anne, Rostraver. Classes for children in Grades 4-8 will take place on alternating Mondays from 7:00 pm until 8:30 at Holy Family Church in West Newton. If your children are not yet registered, please either submit them to the parish or have the children bring them with them on the first morning/evening of class. We look forward to greeting you and your children as classes begin. Thank you and God bless you.

TRAINING EVENTS FOR PARISH LEADERS A series of events have been planned for various parish leaders and catechists of the Diocese of Greensburg. Events are as follows and are open to faith formation leaders, youth ministry leaders and volunteers, adult core tea members, and RCIA leaders:

Training & Certification - Church History and Christology Saturday, October 12 St Paul, Greensburg Engaging Parents Forming Family Faith Tuesday, October 22 Christ Our Shepherd Center Advent Reflection Friday, December 6 Site TBD Training & Certification - Catholicism in America or January 11, St Paul, Greensburg

Catholic Social Teaching Continuing the Journey Adult Youth Ministry April 24-26 Kearny, NJ Spirituality in the Midst of Serving May 1 Christ Our Shepherd Center

For more information regarding these sessions, please contact Lauretta Stanley in the Faith Formation Office.