Question: “How
can I serve God and my
community?”
Answer: As a
Liturgical Minister. Catholic Campus Ministry is in urgent
need of students to serve in the various roles of Liturgical Minister. It doesn’t take extra time from your weekly commitments or money but it does involve effort to attend Mass and training. Can you be one of those who serve? Contact Lisa at Mass or by emailing [email protected] for additional information.
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Liturgical Minister Schedule September 23, 2018
Set-up: Volunteer needed
Hospitality: Brooke Ross Lindsay Roese
Lectors: 1st – Lindsay Roese 2nd – Brooke Ross 3rd – Brooke Ross
Eucharistic: Lindsay Roese Kayla Shellenhammer
Cantor: Theresa Unaicke
Pianist: Chris Heasley
Opportunities to Serve
Special Olympics Every year, Juniata College hosts this event and we
need YOU to make it happen. The event will be on
Sunday, September 23, 2018. We will need
volunteers in a multitude of positions throughout
the day. If you’re interested in helping, please sign
up using the instructions found on this link:
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Gospel Reflection September 23 Mk 9:30-37 Disagreements are common in families. But
what would you say if Jesus posed the same
question, “What are you arguing about?” Is it
silly and petty? Is it an attempt to impose
your will and control on another? Today
Jesus tells us and his disciples to give it up.
We are meant to serve each other, not control.
Today is International Day of Peace. How do you bring peace to the
world? Challenge yourself and others to pay attention to the peace
you give and receive even if it is only a smile and “hello.” Peace is
everyone’s business. The monetary cost to spread peace is $0 but
the rewards are endless.
Worship Opportunities Catholic Mass - All students and employees are
invited to join us for an hour of worship and fellowship. On Sundays at 6:00PM in the Global Commons (T-n-T lounge). We hope to see you.
Club News Catholic Council Meeting - Join us for our
meetings on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Unity
House. Hope you can join us for fellowship,
planning and spiritual renewal. All are welcome.
Juniata Christian Fellowship (JCF) meets
Tuesday nights at 8pm in Founders 401. All are
welcome. Contact Sara Mills
([email protected]) for more information.
Stress and the Experience of Loss
Stress is an experience that is common in our society. Because of the nature of our fast-
paced existence, most Americans are constantly influenced by the stresses of everyday living.
Stress is commonly defined as pressure, strain or tension. It is understood to be physiologic
as well as psychological and spiritual. Stress is a normal part of life that can cause growth. It is
important to discover means to cope with and reduce stress in order to lead a healthy and
satisfying life.
Persons who are grieving are subject to many forms of stress. Not only do they experience
the loss of a loved one but they also may experience a change in lifestyle, change in other
relationships, change in financial security, to name just a few. Many persons who are grieving
are truly “stressed out.” What can be done about it?
In order to control stress, one must first believe that it is possible to control stress. We often
think that we are helpless to reduce the effects of stress. That is not necessarily true. Reducing
stress requires a conscious decision on the part of the individual to become aware of the harmful
effect of excessive stress in order to reduce it. Remember that reducing stress is the ultimate
goal. Elimination of stress entirely is not possible. The following are simple measures for
reducing stress.
Use Common Sense. Eat three meals a day. Sleep eight hours, work eight hours, and allow
eight hours of other activity. Make sure you give yourself time for your own needs. (Listen to
music, do a craft, get outdoors, etc.) Keeping physically balanced can help one to maintain a
more healthy perspective.
Avoid unnecessary stress. Let go of things, people, events, etc. that are out of your control.
Avoid gatherings that increase stress rather than reduce it. Limit visits to or from persons who
seem to cause more tension within you.
Learn to relax. Develop the technique of taking “mini-vacations.” Mentally visualize
pleasant surroundings. Imagine yourself at the beach or mountains. Breath in the fresh air and
allow it to strengthen you (Breath of God). Purchase a taped recording of stress management
techniques and use it at least three to four times per week, if not daily.
Take time to pray. Allow God to enter your life and teach you how to let go. Letting go
takes trust and love. Allow God to take over your life and heal those areas of pain that are so
troublesome to you. Imagine the picture of a child who crawls up on his/her parent’s lap and
rests there without care or worry.
O God, Help me to decide to care for myself. Caring for myself is a gift I can give myself
each day of my life.
Reprinted from the booklet published by the Family Life Office entitled
A JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF - Out of the Darkness... Into the Dawn.
Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church -
Sixth and Washington Streets
814-643-0160
Saturday: 5:00 pm & Sunday 8:00 am and 10:15
AM. The times for weekday Masses vary from
day to day. If you would like to know the times,
please call the church at the above number.
The webpage for Most Holy Trinity has numerous
resources and links for those seeking information
on the Catholic faith or doing research for a class.
Check out www.mhtcc.org
Sacrament of Reconciliation -Available upon
request at Juniata College
Mass Intentions - If you would like to schedule
an intention for Mass in memory of a deceased
loved one or to pray for someone who is sick or
infirm, contact the Campus Ministry Office. A
$10 donation is requested.
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