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January 16, 2022 Second Sunday in Ordinary TimeOur Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (412) 367-9001
Pastor’s PerspectiveReverend John R. gh.orgDon’t Panic. .if you see a couple pews missing in three of our churches. They have been deliberatelyremoved for a good reason.Because our Mass attendance is higher than it was a year ago—and continues to climbsteadily—we are aware that the number of people receiving Holy Communion is alsoincreasing. This means we need to use more Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion(more easily referred to as EM’s) to distribute the Eucharist without unnecessary delay.Placing more EM’s across the front of the church—we’ve tried this—only causes confusionand collisions, which we like to avoid for safety reasons. The solution is to remove a pew ineach section to provide a “break” that will enable a quicker return after receiving.Beginning this weekend, you will find this new “break” at Saint Athanasius, Incarnation,and Saint Teresa. At Saint Sebastian, these breaks have existed for many years, and they notonly improve the Communion procedure but also make getting around the church moreflexible in general. In fact, because of its length, Saint Sebastian church is divided into threesections, with two breaks on either side.If there is a concern that this will reduce the seating in the churches, well, yes it will, butonly minimally. Saint Teresa will lose about 16 seats, and both Incarnation and SaintAthanasius will lose only about a dozen each.To a small extent, this will alter the way you approach Holy Communion and return to yourpew, but the procedure is so logical that there will likely be very little to get used to.In Other News:Many thanks to Devlin Funeral Home and Schellhaas Funeral Home for providing the beautiful Places of Worship art calendars. Their arrivalwas a little late due to shipping delays, which have become frequent lately. For a while wewere afraid that they wouldn’t arrive until 2023 .This Monday (January 17) is MartinLuther King, Jr., Day, a national holiday. The Parish Center will be closed and the staffwill have the day off, but Masses will be on schedule .Stay tuned for more news .Something to think about: “The biggest communication problem is wedon’t listen to understand. We listen to reply.”- Unknown
Our Lady of Mount CarmelParish AnnouncementsSecond CollectionThis WeekendBenefits the Bishop’sProject: DePaul Instituteand St. Anthony SchoolProgramsSanctuary Lamp IntentionsSt. Sebastian ChurchBill Basa, Requested by FamilySt. Teresa of Avila ChurchDorothy Ross, Requested byJanet NordinWelcome New Parishioners!Zach, Maria and Vanessa LashPatrick, Leeann, Dylan, River,and Raymond HenniquanClaudia SlusserLauren WalterRecent DeathsDonald Barie, Jr.Alfred DannenmuellerRenalda DziegielewskiMildred FodorAdam Thomas KatcherClarence “Bud” MillerBernetta VoelkerConfidential Prayer LinePatti: 412-766-3723Nancy: 412- 931-0577January 16, 2022—MusicMusic for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time*Storrington Mass—Gather # 230—238Gathering Hymn: All Praise and Glad Thanksgiving—Breaking Bread # 707Responsorial Psalm: Proclaim to All the Nations—Gather # 67Preparation of the Altar: O God, Beyond All Praising—Breaking Bread # 541Communion Hymns: We Are Many Parts—Breaking Bread # 586O God, You Search Me—Breaking Bread # 438Sending Forth: God, We Praise You—Breaking Bread # 203ReadingsFirst Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5God delights in Israel and will rejoice as abridegroom rejoices over his bride.Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11All spiritual gifts originate from the same Spirit.Gospel Reading: John 2:1-11Jesus performs his first sign at a weddingfeast in Cana.Follow Today’sReadings OnlineTo access this weekend’sreadings on your Internetconnected mobile device, scanthe code that appears at right.Readings are taken from theUnited States Conference ofCatholic Bishop’s website.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel All Mass attendees are stronglyencouraged to wear a mask andpractice social distancing when inchurch. For your added protection andconvenience, hand sanitizer dispensersare available in all of our parishchurches. Allclergy,choirmembers,Extraordinary Ministers of HolyCommunion, Ministers of Hospitality,and others who participate in Massesmust wear masks when inside thechurch. All activities at our Parish CommunityCenter are suspended until furthernotice. Masks must be worn by all instructorsand participants in Sunday and TuesdayReligious Education classes andactivities. The January 2022 altar server training ispostponed until further notice.Important COVID Information:Please ReadAs you know, last Friday, January 7th,Bishop David Zubik provided all parishesin the Diocese of Pittsburgh with updatedCOVID protocols.The full text of his letter can be found atwww.mountcarmelpgh.org/covid.Our parish COVID task force continues toactively monitor the pandemic and provideits recommendations to me in the interest ofmaintaining ongoing safety for all in ourparish.As this pandemic and its variants continueto have a dramatic impact on our region,diocese and parish, we want to bring youup to date on a few key items that areeffective immediately. Your attention to these items andcooperation with them is greatlyappreciated as we continue to navigate thispandemic.In his letter, Bishop Zubik stronglyrecommends that “any parish eventsoutside of Holy Mass are to either becancelled, rescheduled or heldvirtually” for the foreseeable future.Incarnation of the Lord Church Temporarily ClosedAll Masses, services and meetings at Incarnation of the Lord Churchare temporarily postponed until the church's HVAC system isrepaired. In the meantime, the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Sundays will becelebrated at St. Teresa of Avila Church, 1000 Avila Court.
Our Lady of Mount CarmelLooking to Spend Some Quality Time?Visit Our Parish Library!It’s open on the lower level of the Parish Centerfrom 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday throughFriday, and includes books and other resources insuch categories as Spirituality, Prayer, Christianity,Catholicism, the Saints, Sacraments, the Mass, thePriesthood, Healing, Suffering, Bereavement,Social Justice, Popes, Novels, Inspirational,Private Revelation, Biblical Interpretation, andmore. The library also offers a number of DVDs,CDs and children’s books.Checking out books is very informal. Just record the books you are borrowing along withyour contact information in the ledger in the library. When you are finished, return thebooks to the basket in the library and cross off your name in the ledger.Our Financial StewardshipDecember 2021December Actual Collection185,092December Budget168,000Actual Year to Date Thru 12/31/211,097,736Budget Year to Date Thru 12/31/211,070,880Over (Under) Thru 12/31/2126,8562021 Parish Share Assessment434,575Actual 2021 Parish Share Collected Thru 12/31/21 604,719Excess Parish Share170,144.And many thanks for your generous Christmas collectiongifts. We have received 83,000 so far.Thank you for your continued support of our Parish.Legion of Mary Offers Our Lady of Fatima StatueThe Pilgrim Virgin Statue, a blessed 28-inch tall replica of our Lady of Fatima, is a travelingsacramental offered by our parish’s Legion of Mary for installation in your home to create aprayerful, sanctifying space where family and friends to pray the Rosary, and meditate onthe mysteries. By request, the Legion of Mary members will transport the statue and praywelcoming prayers with you. Please contact Araceli Victoria (570-234-5775) or JaneSestric (412-841-3923) to welcome our Mother Mary into your home.
Our Lady of Mount CarmelMen’s Retreat Scheduled for January 28-30You are cordially invited to join men of our parish at the annualmen’s retreat at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center on January 2830, 2022. The retreat theme is Finding Peace and Serenity in Christ,and retreatants can find peace and serenity via workshops,conferences, daily Mass, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation.All guest rooms in the newer building have been renovated andinclude private bathrooms. The suggested offering for the retreatweekend is 275 for the renovated rooms and 250 for the olderrooms. A non-refundable deposit of 75 holds your room reservation.To make a reservation, please contact St. Paul of the Cross RetreatCenter at 412-381-7676.Gift certificates and financial assistance are available. Covidprecautions (masking and social distancing) will be in effect at theretreat.If you have never attended a retreat, you have a chance to attend thisyear’s retreat for FREE! All you need to do is fill out a raffle drawingentry form. Entry forms and the raffle drop box are in the narthex.The winner will be drawn after the last Mass on January 23rd.Get more information and details at: www.mountcarmelpgh.org/retreat-weekend, or bycontacting one of the following retreat promoters from our parish:Tom Dionise: 412-364-7322 or tomdionise@hotmail.comBob DeWitt: 412-527-8483 or bobdewitt1@gmail.comLarry Tielsch: 412-944-4216 or tielsch54@gmail.comGeorge Linkhauer: 412-952-4127 or george.linkhauerII@gmail.comRich Dovi: 412-425-7512 or rcdovi@verizon.netOne-Day Seminar Planned January 29thfor Widowed, Divorced and SeparatedThe loss of a spouse through death, divorce, or separation is a traumatic experience. TheBeginning Experience Pittsburgh Lay Apostolate will host a one-day seminar, the Copingwith Life Alone-In the Beginning program, intended to help widowed, divorced, or separatedmen and women work through their grief and begin to move forward with hope on their lifejourney.Please plan to join us Saturday, January 29 from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at our CommunityCenter, 7 Chalfonte Avenue in West View, PA. Fee is 25.00 and includes lunch. Register byJanuary 25th at www.BeginningExperiencePittsburgh.com or make a confidential call toRob at 412-584-5575 or Kim at 412-352-2653 to learn more about this healing ministry.
Our Lady of Mount CarmelParish Mission StatementContact UsOur Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, with roots dating backmore than 150 years, is a vibrant Catholic family of word,sacrament, prayer, and service.Centered in Jesus Christ, we strive to live and proclaimthe Good News, building a community worth sharing.With Mary as our example and patron, we seek to deepenour faith and holiness, bringing help and hope to all.Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish800 Avila CourtPittsburgh, PA 15237Phone: 412-367-9001Fax: 412-366-8415www.mountcarmelpgh.orgImportant InformationMassesSaturday, 4:00 p.m., St. Teresa of AvilaSaturday, 5:00 p.m., St. AthanasiusSaturday, 6:00 p.m. St. SebastianSunday, 8:00 a.m., Incarnation of the LordSunday, 9:00 a.m., St. AthanasiusSunday, 10:00 a.m., St. SebastianSunday, 11:00 a.m., St. Teresa of AvilaM-F, 8:30 a.m., St. AthanasiusM-F, 12:00 Noon, St. SebastianMass IntentionsTo schedule a Mass at any of our four churches,contact Julie Stiehler at 412-367-9001 orjstiehler@mountcarmelpgh.org.7-Day Sanctuary LightsDedications for the Sanctuary Light are availableeach week for 20 at each of our four churches. Toreserve a date contact Julie Stiehler at 412-367-9001or jstiehler@mountcarmelpgh.org.ConfessionsMondays, 12:30 p.m., St. Sebastian ChurchSaturdays, 11:00 a.m.-Noon, St. AthanasiusOpen for Private Prayer (Monday-Friday)St. Athanasius, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.St. Teresa of Avila, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.St. Sebastian, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Registering in the ParishContact Nancy Koslosky at 412-367-9001, ext. 9001or nkoslosky@mountcarmelparish.orgScheduling a BaptismCall Maggie Nelson at 412-367-9001, ext. 8529, oremail her at mnelson@mountcarmelpgh.org.Religious EducationPlease direct all questions about religious educationand Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to MaggieNelson, Faith Formation Department, atmnelson@mountcarmelpgh,org.ConfirmationIn our parish, Confirmation takes place in the spring.For more information contact Maggie Nelson, FaithFormation Department, atmnelson@mountcarmelpgh,org.Becoming a Baptism or Confirmation SponsorPlease direct all inquiries to Nancy Koslosky at412-367-9001, ext. 8536 ornkoslosky@mountcarmelpgh.org.Obtaining a Baptismal CertificateThese requests may be directed to the DiocesanArchives and Records Center at 412-456-3158.Scheduling the Sacrament of MatrimonyTo begin planning and scheduling the sacrament ofmarriage in one of our churches, contact Father MikeZavage at mzavage@mountcarmelpgh.org.Rosaries and DevotionsA full list of devotions scheduled each month isavailable at www.mountcarmelpgh.org/devotions.
Mass IntentionsDateTimeLocationIntentionRequested ByMondayJanuary 178:30 AMSt. AthanasiusLois Briggs Husband: David Briggs12 PMSt. SebastianJoseph Aland Pat AlandSt. Anthony, AbbotTuesdayJanuary 18WeekdayWednesdayJanuary 19WeekdayThursdayJanuary 20Weekday/ St. Fabian,Pope and Martyr; St.Sebastian, MartyrFridayJanuary 2112:30 PM St. SebastianConfessions following the 12 PM Mass8:30 AMSt. AthanasiusJoann Slowik Rose & Steve Rider12 PMSt. SebastianMyrtle Gedid Niece: Eileen8:30 AMSt. AthanasiusRev. Rudolph Smolensky Rev. John Rushofsky12 PMSt. SebastianJoseph Colose Joe & Eileen Chnupa8:30 AMSt. AthanasiusTom Devlin Robert R. Ford12 PMSt. SebastianPaul Ritter Ermalyn Ritter8:30AMSt. AthanasiusRev. Thomas McKenna Rev. John Rushofsky12 PMSt. SebastianJohn & Janet Burnham Jim & Helen Burnham11 AMSt. AthanasiusConfessions4 PMSt. Teresa of AvilaEnd to AbortionOLMC Respect Life Committee5 PMSt. AthanasiusTom Oswald Bradley & Heather6 PMSt. SebastianBill Campbell Chris Woods8 AMIncarnation of the Lord The People of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish9 AMSt. AthanasiusJean Gerstner OLMC Pastoral Council10 AMSt. SebastianRuth Costello OLMC St. Vincent de Paul11 AMSt. Teresa of AvilaDaniel Geyer Geyer FamilySt. Agnes, Virgin andMartyrSaturdayJanuary 22Day of Prayer for theLegal Protection ofUnborn ChildrenVigil MassVigil MassVigil MassSundayJanuary 23ThirdSunday inOrdinary Time
Staff DirectoryCLERGY TEAMRev. John Rushofsky, ANCEPat D’Amico, Finance Managerpdamico@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8436Rev. Michael Zavage, Senior Parochial Vicarmzavage@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8556Naomi Wells, Bookkeepernwells@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8519Rev. Jack E. Demnyan, Parochial Vicarjdemnyan@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8564Mary Ann Cooper, Administrative Assistant, Financeand Social Ministrymcooper@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8419Rev. Michael Maranowski, , x8512Deacon Cliff Homer, Pastoral Associatechomer@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8116Deacon Gary Comergcomer@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8546Deacon Robert Koslosky, Dir. Faith Formationrkoslosky@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8521Deacon David Witterdwitter@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8541SEMINARIANDaniel Kushner, Seminariandkushner@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8626FAITH FORMATIONDeacon Robert Koslosky, Dir, Faith Formationrkoslosky@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8521Maggie Nelson, Administrative Assistant, 01, x8529COMMUNICATIONSJohn Fries, Communications Coordinatorjfries@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8114Kelly Ryan, Bulletin Editorkryan@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001SOCIAL MINISTRYSr. Karen Brink, OSB, Parish Social Ministerkbrink@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8637Sr. Evelyn Dettling, OSB, Community Ctr. Dir.edettling@mountcarmelpgh.org412.585.5575Cindy Cillo, Associate Parish Social Ministerccillo@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8624WORSHIPTed Rybka, Director of Worshiptrybka@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8514Judy Dulemba, Coordinator, Liturgical Ministriesjdulemba@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8517Kathy McLane, Secretarykmclane@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367-9001, x8518HUMAN RESOURCES/SAFE ENVIRONMENTAnn Ferguson, HR/Safe Environment 1, x8503OFFICE STAFFBarb Walkauskas, Office Mgr.-Exec. 1, x8410Julie Stiehler, melpgh.org412.367.9001, x8451Nancy Koslosky, Membership Services Coord.nkoslosky@mountcarmelpgh.org412.367.9001, x8536
Parish Social MinistrySister KarenBrink, OSB“For Christ plays in ten thousand places,Lovely in limbs not His To the Fatherthrough the features of men’s faces.” G.M.Hopkins, SJComputer Basics 2022Beginners: Mondays, Feb. 7 and Feb. 14, 1:00-3:30 PMNo computer experience or knowledgeLearn: What a computer is how to use the keyboardand mouseIntermediate: Mondays, Mar. 7, 14, 21st, 1:00-3:30 PMLearn: basic functions of Windows 10, Internetbrowsers, emailAdvanced: Mondays, April 4, 11, 18th, 1:00-3:30 PMLearn: Microsoft Word Basics, Microsoft Exceland File ExplorerInstructor: Mike Smialek, astrdight@gmail.com orwww.mikeswindowstraining.comCost: 3.00 per session or 20.00 for 8 sessions.Use our laptops or bring your ownRegister Immediatley: Call Sister Evelyn @ 412.585.5575Limited ParticipantsOur Lady of Mount Carmel ParishCommunity Center7 Chalfonte AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15229 412.585.5575SHOP FOR THE FOOD PANTRYOur Lady of Mount Carmel Food Pantry is in need of detergentsand various kinds of juices. Your continuing generosity will bea blessing to those in our neighborhoods in need!THANKS IN ADVANCE!
WorshipSecond Sunday in Ordinary TimeToday’s readings reveal the transformative effect God hasupon the world. Isaiah prophesies that God will transformthe Israelites and their land from “forsaken” to “espoused.”Paul extols the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which transformseach person differently, but all to serve the same Lord. Jesustransforms water into wine at a wedding in Cana, revealinghis glory and inspiring his disciples to believe in him.Listening to God’s word, let us consider how God transforms us and our world.Ted RybkaThank You, Music Ministry!We concluded the Christmas season last week,and I wish to offer my sincerest thanks andheartfelt congratulations to our many musicministers here at Our Lady of Mount Carmel.Our Cantors, Adult Choir, Handbell Choir, SpiritBand, Instrumentalists, Good News Band, andeven our Resurrection Choir, have been workingso hard throughout Advent and Christmas to helpmake the seasons extra special for all of us.It hasn’t been easy for all of these groups to try to cram in rehearsals (and extra rehearsals) thatran into overtime while masking and adhering to Covid safety guidelines. Let’s face it. Singingwith masks on is difficult, and if you’re a trained singer who sings expressively within a largechoir or vocal group, singing with masks on is even more difficult. Nevertheless, theymanaged to overcome every obstacle and helped to make all of our liturgies so beautiful.Thank you, music ministry! It’s been great to have you back. The glorious sounds you createhave been sorely missed, and I should know better than anyone—I’m your number one fan!Here are the winning numbers for our weekly 100 “MoneyMonday” winners for the entire month of December 2021:December 6th - # 074December 13th - # 151December 20th - # 209December 27th - # 224And the special “Stocking Stuffer” drawing on December 25th(Christmas Day) for 1,000 is # 283. Congratulations!Remember to keep checking your mailbox as our weekly cashdrawings continue until March 2022. Good luck!
Faith FormationSecond Sunday in Ordinary TimeGod’s Grace is Free!Breaking Open the Word: John 2:1-11Today’s reading is the first miracle story in theDeacon BobKosloskyGospel of John. Jesus turns water into choicewine at the wedding feast of Cana! ThroughoutJohn’s Gospel, Jesus’ “hour” referred to the combined momentsof his passion, death, resurrection and ascension. At thewedding in Cana, Jesus responds to his mother’s request byperforming a miracle to symbolize that hour.Listen to the Word: As you hear this familiar gospel reading,what words or phrases strike you? What in this reading touchesyour heart? What lingers in your memory?Look into Your Life:Children: What is one special gift that God has given to you to share with your friends, classmates or family?Youth: Jesus got his start in ministry through the urging of his mother. Who urges you to pray, go to Church,and do good works?Adults: God fills each of us with grace and gifts. What is one grace or gift that you have shared with yourcoworkers, friends or family?Incarnate the Word: Choose one of the following activities as a way to further reflect on the Sundayreadings. Go for a winter walk or drive with your family as a reminder of the gifts of nature. As you walktogether, point out all the wondrous gifts of creation. Make an arrangement of winter gifts to remind the familyof God’s abundance. Discuss the different ministries within Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish and the peoplewho use their gifts for the community. Have each family member write an email / note of appreciation to oneof these members of the community. Each evening at dinnertime ask a different family member to name onegift that each other member of the family brings to the family.Dates to Remember in 2022! Mark your Calendars!First Reconciliation Retreat is Saturday, February 19, 2022. Families, your child has a choice of either amorning session or and afternoon A2EAAFB6-first6First Eucharist Retreat is Saturday, March 19, 2022. Again families, your child has a choice of either a morning session or afternoon A2EAAFB6-first7Both retreats are in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Community Center on Saint Athanasius’ campus.Sponsors / Candidate Mass, Brunch & WorkshopSponsors and candidates are invited to attend Mass, brunch, and a workshop in February of 2022. We beginby celebrating Mass together at 10:00 AM at Saint Sebastian Church, immediately followed by brunch inHoly Cross School Cafeteria. The program will conclude no later than 1:00 PM. Luncheons are scheduledfor Sunday, February 13, 2022 and February 20, 2022. Please review the available slots below and chooseonly one date to sign up. Do not forget to invite your sponsor and notify them of your date choice. AA2EAAFB6-sponsor
Jan 16, 2022 · St. Teresa of Avila Church Dorothy Ross, Requested by Janet Nordin Welcome New Parishioners! Zach, Maria and Vanessa Lash Patrick, Leeann, Dylan, River, and Raymond Henniquan Claudia Slusser Lauren Walter January 16, 2022—Music Renalda DziegielewskiProject: DePaul Institute Mil
