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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | St. Margaret of Scotland | Ss. Simon and Jude

MASS TIMES —registration required —

SATURDAY: 4:00 p.m. at SSJ 4:30 p.m. at SEAS SUNDAY: 7:30 a.m. at SMOS 8:00 a.m. at SEAS 9:00 a.m. at SSJ 10:00 a.m. at SMOS 10:30 a.m. at SEAS 11:30 a.m. at SSJ

MONDAY: 8:30 a.m. at SSJ 12:00 p.m. at SEAS TUESDAY: 9:00 a.m. at SMOS 12:00 p.m. at SSJ WEDNESDAY: 8:30 a.m. at SSJ 12:00 p.m. at SEAS THURSDAY: 8:30 a.m. at SSJ 12:00 p.m. at SEAS FRIDAY: 9:00 a.m. at SMOS 12:00 p.m. at SSJ

CLERGY TEAM

Fr. Robert Grecco Administrator [email protected] Fr. Aleksandr Schrenk Parochial Vicar [email protected] In Residence Fr. James McDonough Fr. Jerome Etenduk Fr. Robin Evanish Deacons Dcn. Kevin Lander Dcn. Paul Lim Dcn. Jim Mackin

Sacraments Baptisms and Marriages

Call Parish Office You must be a parishioner for

at least 6 months prior to requesting forms/certification. Allow 3 weeks for completion.

RCIA : 412-857-5356

Sick Calls, or Communion to Shut-ins.

Call Parish Office

Bulletin Deadline Monday at Noon (subject to change

for holidays)

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DECEMBER 20, 2020

THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have

found favor with God. Behold, you will conceive in your womb and

bear a son, and you shall name him Jesus.” - Lk 1:30-31

OF ADVENT 4th Sunday

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | St. Margaret of Scotland | Ss. Simon and Jude 2

PRAYER & WORSHIP

MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS

BAPTISM: For arrangements call

412-857-5356

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Call the parish office for

arrangements if in danger of death. If hospitalized or in a skilled nursing facility, please ask the nursing staff

to contact the Catholic priest on call for that facility.

MARRIAGE: Arrangements must be made with

one of the priests at least six months before the proposed date of the

wedding.

SACRAMENTS A WEEKEND TEMPORARY SCHEDULE has been prepared because of restricted attendance in each space, required social distancing, as well as the knowledge that some may not feel comfortable yet attending. Live streaming will continue to be available from SSJ. Additionally, those who are not admitted to the SSJ Masses, because the limit has been met, can remain in their cars and tune to FM frequency 96.3 for the entire audio of the Mass. Communion will be distributed outside to those who “attend” Mass from their cars. Times reflect the necessary space needed for the “sanitizing” of pews and door entrances. Note: Masses at SSJ will be live-streamed and repeated throughout the day.

PENANCE: Saturdays: Noon to 1:00 p.m.

at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

at St. Margaret of Scotland Church Please use masks and adhere to all

posted safety protocol. Restrooms will not be available.

DECEMBER 19/20 | FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

4:00 p.m. SSJ Katherine (Kitty) Walther by James H. Walther Sr.

4:30 p.m. SEAS People of the Parishes

7:30 a.m. SMOS Edward Lauth by Rita Gaupp

8:00 a.m. SEAS Mario Schirripa by Jennine and Don Malone and family

9:00 a.m. SSJ Chirumbole Family by Arlene Chirumbole

10:00 a.m. SMOS Lisa Delligatti by Dan and Donna McDonald

10:30 a.m. SEAS Frank R. Capezio by wife Barbara, and children

11:30 a.m. SSJ Deceased of the Hunt Family by Flohr family

DECEMBER 21 | MONDAY OF THE FOURTH WEEK OF ADVENT

8:30 a.m. SSJ Elizabeth Luke by the LaPointe Family

12:00 p.m. SEAS Ursula Pofi by Ladies of Charity

DECEMBER 22 | TUESDAY OF THE FOURTH WEEK OF ADVENT

9:00 a.m. SMOS Donald Delligatti by wife

12:00 p.m. SSJ David A. Butler by Judith Book

DECEMBER 23 | WEDNESDAY OF THE FOURTH WEEK OF ADVENT

8:30 a.m. SSJ For successful COVID vaccine & medication research by Linda, Dom, and Joe Maiolo

12:00 p.m. SEAS Mary “Josie” Grace by Ladies of Charity

DECEMBER 24 | CHRISTMAS EVE

3:30 p.m. SSJ Bob Doyle by the St. Vincent de Paul Conference

4:00 p.m.. SMOS Dana Kohnen by friends

4:30 p.m. SEAS Ronnell Mulkerrin by family

6:00 p.m. SSJ Charles Manion by family

10:00 p.m. SMOS People of the Parishes

11:00 p.m. SEAS Mary and Mike Mazur by Ron Mazur and Edmund Gaskill

DECEMBER 25 | THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD —- CHRISTMAS DAY

8:00 a.m. SSJ Cecilia and Robert Hickey by family

10:00 a.m. SMOS Martha Maurer by Kevin & Karen Maurer

10:30 a.m. SEAS Christopher Kyle by Grandma Catherine

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PRAYER & WORSHIP

and all who are sick and in need of our prayers.

Please pray those who have asked for our prayers:

Leo Adamo Anthony Anderson Anne Marie Birchok Brian Bishop Irene Brosek John Butchko Donald Campbell Dorothy Campbell Stefani Carroll Brendan Carroll Elisa Carsia Helen Cassidy Kenneth Chase John Chraska Rose Marie Clayton Jean Conway Rosemarie Cyprowski Marlene Delligatti Katie Denke Patty Drury Kathi Dvorak Jo-Ann Eller Patti Eurich Helen Fallon Richard Fallon Ron Ferrie Edward M. Flohr Gabriel Fontana Deborah Ford May Frye Steve Garbera Dolores Gigliotti Brandon Gross Margaret Harkins Wayne Hayes Eileen Henefeld Mary V. Hester Melanie Hooper Patti Howcroft Noreen Joslyn Joanne Keating Alice Kernan Miriam Kist Eleanor Kitt Gregory M. Klemmer Mary Klutch Don Krally Gloria Krally Lori Krally Darlene Kura Helen Kurek David Kushner Jackie Kushner Charlotte Kuzma Lollie Label Mark Laird

Larry LaSota Sam Licciardello Kathy Lupi Mary Ann Macino Arch MacLennan Laura Martin Sam Martin Gina Massengill John Mazzoleni Kathy McGann Sharon McGrath Marjorie McHugh Paul McIsaac Evelyn McLaughlin Mary Jane Mericli Virginia Miller Baylee Millet Joan Mondine Edith Moretti John Mostowy Rocco Muffi Robin Munko Theodore Novak Mario Oliverio Charles Perry Diane Perry Elizabeth Pfender Lou Pofi Robert Prevost Diane Pritchard Bucky Recaldini Dave Redman Paxton Renk Erica Rich Florinda Rosemeyer Sally Sabol Alice Salla Pat Sanctis Andrew Patrick Schade Mary Socci Josephine Spalla Teresa Stacy Jaime St. Ledger John Stokan Bob Super Rob Super Dan Szakacs Rose Talmonti Allen Turske Stephanie Vail Mary Kay Walsh James Walther John Zajicek Kathy Zajicek Ralph Zeto

Please pray for the souls of the faithful departed.

DECEMBER 26/27 | THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY, AND JOSEPH

4:00 p.m. SSJ Living and Deceased of the Howe and Audia families by Cathy and Jim Howe

4:30 p.m. SEAS Deceased of the Thomas Dlugos Family by family

7:30 a.m. SMOS Jim Downs by family

8:00 a.m. SEAS Dorothy and John Urso Sr. by the McCabe and Urso Families

9:00 a.m. SSJ Leona and Andrew Potoski by Michael Potoski

10:00 a.m. SMOS JoAnn C. Henry by Bobbi and Jim Henry

10:30 a.m. SEAS Constance Palmosina by Michael Palmosina and Family

11:30 a.m. SSJ Angel Morris by Oakland Catholic Class of 1994

Robert Bittles Donald Cupp

Jacqueline Johnson Mary Lou Kane

Virginia Matthews Iskender (Alex) Mericli

Gail Slesinski Shirley Yanosko

FROM FR. GRECCO “The infinite distance between God and man is overcome. God has not only bent down…he has truly ‘come down’, he has come into the world, he has become one of us, in order to draw all of us to himself. This child is truly Emmanuel – God-with-us. His kingdom truly stretches to the ends of the earth. He has truly built islands of peace in the world-encompassing breadth of the holy Eucharist. Wherever it is celebrated, an island of peace arises, of God’s own peace…So part of this night is simply joy at God’s closeness.” —Pope Benedict XVI

May we revel in God’s closeness to us! May we recognize the sadness in the distance that we place between Him and ourselves. May the real joy of Christmas and of being a believer in the Messiah encompass our holyday celebrations. May we be as “children”, rejoicing not in gifts or material things, but moved by the Holy Spirit, recognizing the Father who loves us and the Son who was born to save us. Blessings to you and yours for a most Holy Christmas Feast! —Father Grecco


If you or a loved one are admitted to a hospital or nursing home, please let us know so we can get you the proper spiritual care. Because of the HIPAA law, treatment facilities are not permitted to release your information to us unless you or your family give them permission to do so. Likewise, we cannot add names to our pray list without permission .

STEWARDSHIP

PARISH LIFE

Note: Parishes are listed alphabetically in this bulletin and online.

The regular bulletin deadline is Monday at Noon. Please watch for early holiday deadlines. Email: [email protected]

At St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Elizabeth Marszalek

by Daughters, Mary Ann Marszalek and Christine Grieb

At St. Margaret of Scotland Joseph R. Kenny by wife, Nancy

At Ss. Simon and Jude Stacy Schultz

by sister

TABERNACLE CANDLE

Please continue to support our parishes with your Parish Share pledges and additional donations.

You may contribute online at CGScatholic.org. Click on the CGS button and see the Online Giving link. Be sure to follow the instructions for your specific parish. We thank you in advance for your generosity during these difficult times.

Scan the code to learn more and/or make a one-time donation.

Upcoming Bulletin Deadline: December 21 — for the January 3 bulletin.

Register to attend Mass at one of our churches. CGScatholic.org

or call the parish office. Mass Attendance

Please do not attend a Mass in person if you are not registered.

There are two weeks until our new parish, St. Raphael the Archangel, officially begins. In today’s liturgy we hear about Mary, the mother of Jesus, and our mother, too. Mary was open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit in giving birth to the promised Messiah. She was the human tabernacle for the divine Word that became flesh. Now she can intercede for us as we labor to create the new reality of our former parishes. We can be sure that Mary wants us to bring Christ to our world through the bonds of faith, hope, and love. May our new parish surge with joy and devotion to our Blessed Mother. “Hail Mary full of grace...pray for us sinners, now, and at the hour of our death.”


THE ORDER OF MASS

PENITENTIAL ACT I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and what I have failed to do, (all strike their breast as they say:) through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the angels and saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

FIRST READING | 2 SAMUEL 7: 1-5, 8-12, 14, 16

KYRIE

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Tune: VENI EMMANUEL, French 15th C, adapt. Thomas Helmore, 1811-1890 Text: Veni, Veni Emmanuel, Latin 9th C, trans John Neale, 1818-1866, © 1975, GIA Publications, Inc.

ENTRANCE HYMN | O COME, O COME EMMANUEL

When King David was settled in his palace, and the LORD had given him rest from his enemies on every side, he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God dwells in a tent!” Nathan answered the king, “Go, do whatever you have in mind, for the LORD is with you.” But that night the LORD spoke to Nathan and said: “Go, tell my servant David, ‘Thus says the LORD: Should you build me a house to dwell in?’“ "'It was I who took you from the pasture and from the care of the flock to be commander of my people Israel. I have been with you wherever you went, and I have destroyed all your enemies before you. And I will make you famous like the great ones of the earth.

I will fix a place for my people Israel; I will plant them so that they may dwell in their place without further disturbance. Neither shall the wicked continue to afflict them as they did of old, since the time I first appointed judges over my people Israel. I will give you rest from all your enemies. The LORD also reveals to you that he will establish a house for you. And when your time comes and you rest with your ancestors, I will raise up your heir after you, sprung from your loins, and I will make his kingdom firm. I will be a father to him, and he shall be a son to me. Your house and your kingdom shall endure forever before me; your throne shall stand firm forever.'”


SECOND READING | ROMANS 16: 25-27

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION | LUKE 1:38

GOSPEL | LUKE 1:26-38

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

RESPONSORIAL PSALM 89: 2-5, 27, 29

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1. I will sing forever of your mercies, O Lord; through all ages my mouth will proclaim your fidelity. I have declared your mercy is established forever; your fidelity stands firm as the heavens.

2. “With my chosen one I have made a covenant; I have sworn to David my servant: I will establish your descendants forever, and set up your throne through all ages.”

3. “He will call out to me, ‘You are my father, my God, the rock of my salvation.’ I will keep my faithful love for him always; with him my covenant shall last.”

Text: Psalm 89; The Revised Grail Psalms © 2010 GIA Publications, Inc Tune: Michel Guimont © 1994, GIA Publications, Inc.

Brothers and sisters: To him who can strengthen you, according to my gospel and the proclamation of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery kept secret for long ages but now manifested through the prophetic writings and, according to the command of the eternal

God, made known to all nations to bring about the obedience of faith, to the only wise God, through Jesus Christ be glory forever and ever. Amen.

Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.

The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And coming to her, he said, “Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you.” But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. “Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name him Jesus. He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give him the throne of David his father, and he will rule over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.”

But Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I have no relations with a man?” And the angel said to her in reply, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God. And behold, Elizabeth, your relative, has also conceived a son in her old age, and this is the sixth month for her who was called barren; for nothing will be impossible for God.” Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.


PROFESSION OF FAITH I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven,

(bow at the following bolder words) and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

THE ORDER OF MASS

OFFERTORY HYMN | SAVIOR OF THE NATIONS, COME

Tune: NUN KOMM DER HEIDEN HEILAND, Geistliche Gesangbüchlein, Wittenberg, 1524 Text: Veni Redemptor Gentium, ascribed to St. Ambrose of Milan, 340-397, trans. by Wm. Reynolds © 2006, Augsburg Press


MYSTERY OF FAITH

GREAT AMEN

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SANCTUS / HOLY

Cantor: ALL:

Last time:

AGNUS DEI / LAMB OF GOD


Lectionary excerpts ©1970, 1986, 1992, 1998, 2001 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc. Washington D.C. All rights reserved. The English translation of some Psalm responses, some Alleluia and Gospel verses and the Lenten Gospel Acclamations, some Summaries, and the Titles and Conclusion of the Readings, from the Lectionary for Mass copyright 1968, 1981, 1997, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc., Washington D.C. All music and texts reprinted with permission. All rights reserved. OneLicense.net # 700896-A, annual reprint and podcast/streaming license. Text: ICEL ©1969 Music: Mass for the People of God, James C. Chepponis, ©2011 G.I.A. Publications, Inc

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COMMUNION HYMN | MY SOUL IN STILLNESS WAITS

RECESSIONAL HYMN | O COME DIVINE MESSIAH!

1. O Lord of Light, our only hope of glory, your radiance shines in all who look to you, come, light the hearts of all in dark and shadow.

2. O Spring of Joy, rain down upon our spirits, our thirsty hearts are yearning for your Word, come, make us whole, be comfort to our hearts.

3. O Root of Life, implant your seed within us, and in your advent, draw us all to you, our hope reborn in dying and in rising.

4. O Key of Knowledge, guide us in our pilgrimage, we ever seek, yet unfulfilled remain, open to us the pathway of your peace.

5. Come, let us bow before the God who made us, let ev'ry heart be opened to the Lord, for we are all the people of his hand.

6. Here we shall meet the Maker of the heavens, Creator of the mountains and the seas, Lord of the stars, and present to us now.

Tune: Marty Haugen. Text: Psalm 95 and 'O' Antiphons; Marty Haugen, b.1950, © 1982, GIA Publications, Inc.; tr. by Ronald F. Krisman, © 2005, GIA Publications, Inc.

Tune: VENEZ DIVIN MESSIE, French Carol, 16th C, harm. by Healey Willan, 1880-1968 © 1958, The Basilica Fathers Text: Venez Divin Messie; Simon-Joseph Pellegrin, 1663-1745, trans by Mary of St. Philip, SND, 1825-1904


CGS CATHOLIC PARISHES

We are seeking angelic sponsors for Christmas brass musicians. Please contact the music office or speak to Fr. Grecco if you are able to help. If you wish, you can donate in memory of your loved ones. You are also welcome to drop your donation in the collection basket. Be sure to place it in an envelope clearly labeled “Christmas Brass”.

Thank you in advance. —Béla Pater [email protected]

Christmas Mass Schedule Christmas Eve: December 24

3:30 p.m. SSJ (248) LIVESTREAM/Radio 4:00 p.m. SMOS (202) 4:30 p.m. SEAS (144) 6:00 p.m. SSJ (248) LIVESTREAM/Radio 10:00 p.m. SMOS (202) 11:00 p.m. SEAS (144) *Full capacity

Christmas Day: December 25 8:00 a.m. SSJ (248) LIVESTREAM/Radio 10:00 a.m. SMOS (202) 10:30 a.m. SEAS (144)

Please use the special Christmas Signup Genius (on our website) to register to attend a Mass in person, or call the parish office. The number in parenthesis is the occupancy limits that ensure proper social distancing in the church. Masks are required. Brass Accompaniment is scheduled for the 3:30 p.m. Mass; the Parish Choir, with brass, is scheduled to sing at the 10:00 p.m. Mass; the Contemporary Choir is scheduled at 11:00 p.m.* ; and a Schola Cantorum will lead the music, with brass at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. *The 11:00 p.m. Mass has reached our allowed capacity. Only those registered may attend.

HOLIDAY GRATITUDE from the St. Vincent de Paul Society Thanks to your extremely generous contributions, we were able to provide 65 Thanksgiving meals and 15 pumpkin pies to needy families in our parish area. The meals were provided by Kings Family Restaurant in New Castle and coordinated through the terrific efforts of John Richnavsky of Robinson Township. We also provided 300 shoe boxes full of health care items and winter accessories as Christmas presents to people in eleven different venues in the area. Many thanks to Lorraine Hungerman and Betty Graziani who led the project, along with other volunteers who packed and delivered the gifts. Our St. Vincent de Paul conference will also assist the Ladies of Charity in their effort to provide gift cards to the families of about 200 children for their Christmas presents. We praise God for your generosity.

LADIES OF CHARITY

Many thanks to the Ladies of Charity that will be delivering 120 bags of cards and pictures, on behalf of our parishes, to our home-bound and nursing-home parishioners. May God bless you in your work!



Oplatki Oplatki is now available at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, for $4.00 a package. See the display near the elevator in Holy Family Hall (the narthex). Oplatki, pronounced o-pwaht-kee, is a Christmas tradition that originated in Poland. The word Oplatki means “Angel Bread”. There are 3 white wafers and 1 pink wafer, imprinted with beautiful Christmas images, in each package. The white are to be used by the humans in the family and the pink are for the family pet(s). People from all nationalities have come to love this tradition. Just before the Christmas Eve meal, the entire family gathers to share the oplatki. Usually the eldest member will begin by breaking off a piece of the wafer and

giving it to another family member along with a wish for good health, happiness, etc.,

whatever good blessing they desire for that person to receive. This continues from person

to person until all have received a blessing and a piece of the wafer. You then can do the same

with the family pet(s). Take a piece of the pink wafer for each pet and give it to them along with

a blessing. Pets are remembered because of the animals that were present in the stable to greet

the “Christ Child” on the “First Holy Night”.

The 2020 Christmas Light Spectacular is here! The Saints Simon and Jude church parking lot has been transformed into an amazing musical Christmas Light Display with dancing lights, music, Father Alek,

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Mrs. Claus, some Elves, and even Santa!

You can see the display every night at 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. from now until January 3, 2021.

This VERY FAMILY FRIENDLY show is about 60 minutes in length and is looped continuously so you can drive in anytime

and you will not miss anything! Stay as long as you like and come back as many times as you want – it’s FREE! The

show is broadcast on FM Radio channel 96.7 so all you have to do is park your car and turn on your radio to see

and hear this amazing light show! Make sure to tell all your friends, family, and every little kid you know

about the fabulous Christmas Light Spectacular Show!

Hope to see you there!

There are no donations asked for or accepted for this awesome event – it’s FREE and open to the public!

GIVING ONLINE The Parish will be moving to a single vendor for online giving. Current parishioners who utilize on-line or electronic giving will be contacted via email by Our Sunday Visitor in the coming weeks. You will be asked to update your giving profile as soon as possible. If you do not receive a notification from OSV within the next two weeks, call OSV customer Service at 1-800-348-2886 or via email at [email protected]. If you have additional questions, call Tim Thorsen at 412-819-4030.



ARING IVING ERVING

…the revelation of the mystery kept secret for long ages but now manifested through the prophetic writings and, according to the command of the eternal God, made known to all nations… -Romans 16: 25-26

ADVENT 2020 - WHO ARE WE WAITING FOR? The prophet Isaiah calls Him “Wonder-Counselor, God-Hero, Father-Forever, Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9: 5).” Archbishop Fulton Sheen emphasized three points about his birth that were unique. He was pre-announced; He divided human history according to before and after his coming; and He was born for the purpose not of living, but of dying (Life of Christ). St. Athanasius tells us that His incarnation was to restore to incorruption that which we humans had corrupted by sin. “He alone, being Word of the Father and above all, was in consequence both able to recreate all, and worthy to suffer on behalf of all and to be an ambassador for all with the Father” (On the Incarnation). We know Him from today’s Gospel as the baby called the Son of God before His conception. We see Him grow to be the wise and compassionate teacher and healer who eventually suffers, dies, and rises for us. Who is He to you? How well do you feel you know Him? Many years ago, a self help book by Harriet Braiker warned against being a “Type E personality.” This meant that we should not try to be “everything to everybody.” The One who we await this Advent IS the one who can be and truly is “Everything to Everybody.” Let’s resolve to never stop getting to know Him better through prayer, scriptures, the inspired teachings of the Church and the saints, and the sacraments.

THANK YOU SPONSORS! The Christmas worship aid will be combined with next weekend’s bulletin. We are ordering enough for both Masses. Please be sure to support the businesses that advertise with us and make this possible. Let them know that you see their ad here, and be sure to say thank you!


LET US PRAY Please join together in prayer as we transition to officially become St. Raphael the Archangel Parish.

In the upcoming Christmas/Holy Family bulletin, you will find a tear-out page that has a special novena to St. Raphael the Archangel. We ask that every parishioner participate in the novena in the days leading up to January 4. Starting on December 26, you are asked to pray using the short prayers and reflections that will be listed there. The novena will also be available online on our website. Let us pray together from December 26 to January 3, through the intercession of St. Raphael the Archangel, for the needs of our parishioners, and the blessings of our Lord. PRAYER SHAWLS NEEDED We have a very low inventory of prayer shawls. We could use any prayer shawls that you prayer shawl angels can make. If you need patterns or yarn, I can get those to you.

When complete, please call me, Lynne Gross, at 412-303-0631 to pick up, or drop off at 208 Arla Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. We are not able to display shawls in the churches yet due to Covid restrictions. If you would like a prayer shawl for yourself or to gift, please call and we will make arrangements. —Lynne Gross 2021 LOTTERY CALENDARS The Knights of Columbus lottery calendars have SOLD OUT! Many thanks to all who have participated in this fundraiser. Good luck to all.

BOOK GIFTING FOR CHRISTMAS! DISCOVERING SAINT ANTHONY: IF YOU ASK FOR MIRACLES (Xulon Press: 2020) With a treasury of stories from many parishioners, cantor Doretta Whalen has written an inspirational book on the great Saint Anthony. This powerful intercessor is known around the world and invoked for various situations, most notably for finding lost things. Books are still available through the holidays.

Consider sending an autographed book to a friend or relative for Christmas!

Wrapped in holiday gift wrap with a personalized inscription, the autographed book will be shipped for you to your loved one in the lower 48 for $25.00. If you prefer, the autographed book can be delivered to your home (or at church after Mass, or other site handy to you, etc.) at the regular price of $20.00.

All book monies are donated to our parish community. Thank you for your support!

Contact: Doretta Whalen 837 Alden Drive, Pittsburgh PA 15220 [email protected] 412-848-5124


PIANO NEEDS A GOOD HOME! Baldwin Acrosonic Piano for free! You haul.

Please contact Sharon Smoller at [email protected] or 412-857-5356


ST. MARGARET SCHOOL

CLASSROOM CHRONICLES Each week we will highlight the amazing things that are going on in our classrooms here at St. Margaret of Scotland School. MRS. RAFFALINA IACCHETTI MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE CLASSES: My science students have been working very hard in their respective classes. The Eighth-Grade Class is currently studying Simple Machines and are preparing to be tested on the material. The Seventh-Grade Class is now studying a chapter on Heredity and Genetics. They are learning currently how to access a Punnett Square to determine possible outcomes of gene traits in organisms. The Sixth Grade Class is studying Matter and the States of Matter in their science class. They are currently preparing to be tested on the material as well. The Fourth-Grade Class is studying Ecosystems and the effect on organisms that live in a particular ecosystem.

TEACHER SPOTLIGHTS Each week we will spotlight one of our outstanding teachers here at St. Margaret of Scotland School. MR. SEAN BLACK – KINDERGARTEN – 8TH GRADE SPANISH / 5TH – 8TH COMPUTERS Hello, I’m Sean Black and I teach Spanish for grades Kindergarten – 8th and Computers for grades 5th – 8th. This is my second year here at St. Margaret’s. I grew up in Crafton, where I attended Carlynton School District. After this, I received my degree in Middle Level Education from California University of Pennsylvania. I enjoy working with kids, and frequently volunteer in various youth and after-school programs at my Church. Thank you for all being so friendly. I enjoy working with all the students and staff members here at St. Margaret of Scotland School.


ST. MARGARET SCHOOL

ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL

LOTTERY CALENDARS St. Margaret School is selling lottery calendars and cost only $25. There are 500 left. These make great gifts for the holidays. They also are a fun way to support the school. You have 365 chances of winning —every day in 2021. The winning numbers are based on the 3 digit evening PA lottery. Requests for specific numbers are not guaranteed. See a ticket sample with payouts on our website: click the “Fall Fundraiser” link on our homepage. Order now: send an email to Karen: [email protected] or call the school: 412-922-4765

The deadline for Sarris Candies has been extended! Order your candy for Christmas and have it delivered free to your home. Orders are being accepted until December 21. Go to sarriscandiesfundraising.com and enter our school code: 10 -0784.

For links to these fundraisers, visit CGScatholic.org and click the

Fall Fundraisers button on our homepage.

St Margaret school is raffling $1000.00 CATHOLIC TUITION CREDIT

to be sent to any Catholic school in the Pittsburgh Diocese.

Each ticket is $10.00.

The raffle will be based on the official evening PA lottery 3-digit number on December 31, 2020. If you win, a check will be mailed to the Catholic school

you choose. Stop by the school office or contact Tasha Leslie: [email protected] or 412-889-1713

The winnings are taxable. All unsold tickets are property of St. Margaret School.

So Sorry. Due to the manufacturer

being impacted by Covid 19, we are unable to accept any more orders of the

Nativity Trees. We apologize for the

inconvenience and plan to sell them again next year.

CHRISTMAS WREATH - THANK YOU Thank you everyone who purchased wreaths from our Christmas Wreath Fundraiser. We sold 58 wreaths for a profit of $580.00. A HUGE THANK YOU to Cheryl Bakin from Parkway Florist for donating all her profits from the

wreaths back to our school. What an awesome gesture from one of our local businesses in our community!!!

COMING SOON! Our next fundraiser is coming up in time for the Superbowl on February 7. We will be selling full-sized pepperoni rolls that come frozen so you can bake them fresh at home. Each roll serves 3 to 4 people. Watch the Christmas and January bulletins for more information!

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THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF CARNEGIE, GREEN TREE, AND SCOTT

412-857-5356 CGSCATHOLIC.ORG

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON 330 Third Ave.

Carnegie, PA 15106

SS. SIMON AND JUDE 1607 Greentree Rd.

Pittsburgh, PA 15220

ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND 310 Mansfield Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15220

PARISH GROUPING STAFF Business Manager Tim Thorsen [email protected]

Facilities Manager

Tim Castello [email protected]

Transition Coordinator Christine Manion [email protected]

Faith Formation

Sharon Smoller [email protected]

Care Ministers

Karen Maurer [email protected]

Laura O’Keeffe [email protected]

Communications Mary Kay Smith [email protected]

Flocknote Text CGSCatholic to 84576 Learn more: flocknote.com

SACRAMENTS Baptisms For arrangements please call Dcn. Jim Mackin

Marriage Arrangements must be made with one of the priests at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding.

Penance Saturdays: Noon to 1:00 p.m. indoors at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, and outdoors at Ss. Simon and Jude

CLERGY TEAM Parochial Vicar Rev. Aleksandr Schrenk [email protected]

Chaplain Rev. Michael Yaksick [email protected]

In Residence Rev. Jerome Etenduk [email protected]

Rev. Robin Evanish [email protected]

Rev. James McDonough [email protected]

Administrator Rev. Robert Grecco [email protected]

Deacons Dcn. Jim Mackin Baptism Coordinator [email protected]

Dcn. Kevin Lander [email protected]

Dcn. Paul Lim RCIA Coordinator [email protected]

Ss. Simon and Jude Pre-school Director: Trish Costantino [email protected] 1625 Greentree Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15220

SCHOOLS St. Margaret of Scotland Elementary School Principal: Robert Munz [email protected] 915 Alice Street Pittsburgh, PA 15220

DIOCESE VICTIM ASSISTANCE HOTLINE

1-888-808-1235

Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator: 412-456-3093

CHILDLINE: 1-800-932-0313

BULLETIN DEADLINE Mondays by Noon

[email protected]

Music and Liturgy

Béla Pater [email protected]

Safe Environment Karen Maurer [email protected] Administrative Assistants

Cathy Mulkerrin cmulkerrin@ cgscatholic.org

Melissa Nosenchuck mnosenchuck@ cgscatholic.org

Maintenance

Rege Reaghard (SEAS)

John Caivano (SMOS)

Paul Marcinizyn (SSJ) pmarcinizyn@ cgscatholic.org Saint Vincent de Paul 412-444-5424 SVdP Food Pantry at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 412-489-5848

THE MASS SCHEDULE IS ON THE FRONT COVER AND PAGE 2. Please register online to secure your place at Mass. You may also call Melissa or Mary Kay at 412-857-5356.

MASSES AT SSJ STREAMED LIVE Please join us at CGSCatholic.org and click the “Watch Mass Live” button

Masses may also be attended via the radio from the parking lot at SSJ. Tune to FM 96.3

Anointing Call the parish office for arrangements if in danger of death. If hospitalized or in a skilled nursing facility, please ask the nursing staff to contact the Catholic priest on call

Note: You must be a registered and active parishioner for at least six months before requesting sacramental sponsor forms. Please allow three weeks for completion.

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