St. Paul Roman Catholic Church

St. Paul's Events

This Week in Our Parish (2/5 to 2/11)

February 4^th - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

From the Pastor…

Fr. Bob White will talk about the mission of Food for the Poor next weekend. No collection will be taken.
Fr. Jim from the Christian Foundation for Children and Adults will speak about “adopting” a child or elderly adult in a third world country on the weekend of Feb. 24-25. No collection will be taken.
Welcome to Fr. Joe Sheehan and Fr. Bill Seifert who will be covering the parish while I am gone in search of palms for Palm Sunday. It is dirty work, but someone has to do it! Thanks again for your kindness to them.
Thanks to everyone for participating in our very successful TV raffle. The Parish profited $6,000.

2006 Contribution Statements can be requested by calling the Rectory Office at 610-797-9733.

Ministry Lists

February 10^th: 5:00 PM: Presider: Visitor / Victor Finelli; Lector: Gina Marks; Cantor: Joanne Falatko; Altar Servers: Sarah Prisaznik, Nathan Rector, and Killian Reppert; Ems: Gerry Riegger and Marie Minger
February 11^th: 7:30 AM: Presider: Visitor / Victor Finelli; Lector: Joan Nagle; Altar Servers: Mark Malone, Conall McGinley, and Dean Moyer; Ems: John Baptist Hue Van Le, Anthony Du Van Pham, and Helen Radio
February 11^th: 9:30 AM
: Presider: Visitor / Victor Finelli; Lector: Trish Amelio; Cantor: Patrice Swartz; Altar Servers: Jackie Eichelberger, Samantha Eichelberger, and Dana Yurgosky; Ems & Visitors: Jim Kacer, Matthew Gualano, Kathy Kraftician, and Mary Timko
February 11^th: 11:30 AM
: Presider: Visitor / Victor Finelli; Lector: Natalie Vu; Cantor: Paula Gabriel; Altar Servers: Jordan Madeja, Alex Szabo, and Jimmy Szabo; Ems: Dianne Varra, Joseph Tuoc Ba Nguyen, and Ed Sczesniak

Mass Intentions for the Week

Monday, February 5^th, Agatha: 8:30 am Mary Yurgosky by Jean Villano
Tuesday, February 6^th, Weekday: 8:30 am Larry Durback Sr. by Dolores Fahrman
Wednesday, February 7^th, Cyril & Methodius: 8:30 am John Petruno by Marie Herman; 10:15 amIntention of the Donor Spanish Mass
Thursday, February 8^th, Jerome Emiliana: 8:30 am Mary Ellen Kindig by Vilma Waltz
Friday, February 9^th, John Neuman: 8:30 am Ludwig P. Stellner by Mary Geiger
Saturday, February 10^th, Scholastica: 8:30 am Elsie Posch by Edward Posch; 5:00 pm Peggy Ann Kozar by Children
Sunday, February 11^th, 6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time: 7:30 am Frank Daddona Sr. by Chris & Kathy Stephens; 9:30 am George Azar by K & D Malone and the Wootsick Family; 11:30 am Nancy Hirst by Dennis & Kathy Kueler

The NEW Email address for bulletin announcements is sprccbulletin@rcn.com. Deadline for Bulletin Announcements is Friday by 4:00 PM.

Question for Reflection

Question for Adults:: When recently did God call you to do something that was difficult?; ¿En qué ocasión reciente te llamó Dios para hacer algo difícil?
Question for Youth:: Following Jesus can mean leaving some things behind. What do you need to let go of to follow Jesus more fully in your life?; Seguir a Jesús puede significar dejar atrás ciertas cosas. ¿Qué necesitas dejar atrás para seguir a Jesús plenamente?

Last Weeks Collection

In the spirit of Stewardship we share with you contribution information.: Last Week’s Collection: $8,500.00; Budgeted Weekly Amount: $9,500.00; Collections to Date: $288,782.42; Budgeted Amount to Date: $294,500.00; This Week Last Year: $8,953.79

The Principal Says…

Basket Bingo Our 8th grade students will be holding a Basket Bingo on Saturday, February 24^th. The cost of the tickets is $15.00. Please make your check payable to St. Paul’s School. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling school or putting an order in the basket at Church.

Panther Profit Program The next deadline to place an order for any restaurants or stores is February 9^th. Food/Kohl’s certificates are available in the church vestibule after Masses or during office hours at the rectory.

Please remember to send us your memories of St. Paul’s School. We are looking forward to receiving them. We are also looking forward to hearing from out-of-town friends and relatives who attended our school, so spread the word.

Thank you for saving Redner Save-a-tape receipts. Our school profits from your caring! We will be receiving a check soon.

St. Paul School has an aluminum can collection center at the rear of the parking lot. Please consider recycling your cans to benefit our children’s education.

Respect Life

Women who have had abortions suffer an increased risk of anxiety, depression, and suicide. A study published in a recent edition of the Journal of Anxiety Disorder found that women who aborted their unintended pregnancies were 30% more likely to subsequently report all the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder than those women who had carries their unintended pregnancies to term. A study of a state-funded medical insurance program in California published in the American Journal of Orthopsychiatry in 2002 showed that the rate of mental health claims for women who aborted was 17% higher than those who had carried their children to term. And, according to a 1996 article in the British Medical Journal, and a 2002 article in the Southern Medical Journal the risk from suicide is two to six times higher for women who have has abortions when compared, again, with women who have given birth.

“How Abortion Hurts Women: The Hard Proof” By Erika Bachiochi.<

ST. PATTY’S DAY OVER 21 DANCE

The dance will be held on Saturday, March 17^th, 2007 in the Parish Center and feature DJ Touch of Rhythm – Marrell Battle. The dance will run from 7:30 to 11:30 pm. Doors open at 7:15 PM. Tickets cost $13.00 or 2 for $25.00 and include beer and soda. Limited seating – only 250 tickets will be sold. Tickets available after all Masses this weekend or at the Parish Office during the week.

“Seeking Peace & Justice: A Change of Heart” Join us for a Day of Reflection at St. Francis Retreat House Easton on Feb 24 from 9-4. Offering $25.00 at the door. Given by Fr. Dan Havron. Becoming instruments of peace in a world filled with war and prejudice is truly the prophetic call of the Gospel. To register, call (610) 258-3053.

“Souper” Bowl of Caring will take place after all Masses this weekend. Our teens will be collecting. Please be generous in your donations for the needy in our community.

Women’s Retreat

February 16-18, 2007 at St. Francis Retreat Center, 3918 Chipman Rd. Easton, Pa. Theme “Opening to the Holy Spirit: New Energy New Life” given by: Fr. Dan Havron. For more information call the retreat house at 610-258-3053.

Lent is a good time to join a Bible study!

Our Bible Study Groups meet in the Rectory Basement Tuesdays at 9:30 AM and Wednesday at 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM.

Would you like to have more information? Call Larry at 610-797-9733 ext24. You can join anytime!

Valentine’s Day is coming!

Still wondering what to give your valentine? The gift of a Marriage Encounter will last a lifetime! Join us February. 9-11 at St. Francis Center for Renewal, Bethlehem. Call (610) 865-1201 for information.

Discover the Light of Faith

Series resumes Sunday, January 14th. This series is offered at 10:30 AM in the School, and offers the opportunity to study key themes of the Catholic faith. Join anytime!

Journey in Faith meetings resume Tuesday, January 9TH at 10:30AM in the Rectory Basement and 7:00PM in the School. If you are interested in learning more about the Journey in Faith, call 610-797-9733 ext 14

St Vincent DePaul Conference News

Canned tuna and meats or anything else you would like to contribute, 88 families received food in January. Thank you for your generosity.

There will be no ATLANTIC CITY TRIP in February.