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MISSION STATEMENT We Worship ~ We Teach ~ We Care

5112 Pocono Crest Road PO Box O

Pocono Pines, PA 18350 570-646-6424

Mass Schedule: Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 8:00 am & 10:30 am Saturday Confessions 4:00 pm

ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE, PRIEST AND MARTYR, PRAY FOR US

JULY 21, 2019

16th SUNDAY

IN ORDINARY TIME

Reverend Sean G. Carpenter ~ Pastor

Deacon Frank Gisoldi

Deacon Tom Amoroso

Melissa Laverty

Pastoral Associate ~ [email protected] Coordinator of Religious Education

Juli Reese

Office Manager ~ [email protected]

John Marcinkowski, Jr. Coordinator of Music ~ [email protected]

Visit us on the web @ www.stmaxkolbepoconos.org

GOSPEL MEDITATION Active and contemplative. At work and at rest. These are dynamics we all face in our lives, and if we're honest, we might not always balance perfectly! In this Sunday's Gospel, our daily tensions play out in two sisters. Mary "sat beside the Lord at his feet listening to him speak." Martha, on the other hand, is "burdened with much serving." This, as it turns out, is not necessarily "the better part." All of us reading this have some sort of labor we engage in. We have different trades or careers. We have responsibilities as family members, some of which may take up most of our time. In the time of Scripture, showing hospitality to guests was one of the most important values in society. Our work is important. Jesus himself spent decades as a carpenter. So what's the problem with Martha? Martha is burdened, anxious, and worried. Not only that, but she resents her sister's choice. "Tell her to help me," she demands of Jesus. How easy it is to get very busy doing good things. We need to provide for our families and plan for retirement. We need to make sure children are clothed, fed, and educated. Our committees, ministries, and sports schedules need to stay on track. However, without a balance of work with rest, without contemplation in the midst of our action, we will miss the point. While many parts are required for our life in the world to function, the better part is our relationship with God. This week, make time in your busy schedule to sit at Jesus' feet. Maybe this is 20 minutes with Scripture, participating in a daily Mass, or a quiet walk alone in the park. Receive what Christ wants to speak to you.

St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Staff

July 22nd The Feast of Mary Magdalene

The Gospel of Luke 8:2–3 lists Mary as one of the women who traveled with Jesus and helped support his ministry "out of their resources", indicating that she was probably relatively wealthy. The same passage also states that seven demons had been driven out of her, a statement which is repeated in the longer ending of Mark. In all four canonical gospels, she is a witness to the crucifixion of Jesus and, in the Synoptic Gospels, she is also present at his burial. All four gospels identify her, either alone or as a member of a larger group of women, as the first witness to the empty tomb, and the first to testify to Jesus's resurrection. For these reasons, she is known in many Christian traditions as the "apostle to the apostles".

The Lord said to her in reply. “Martha, Martha, you

are anxious and worried about many things. There

is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the

better part and it will not be taken from her.”

~Luke 10:41-42

Saturday 5:00 pm

Leo Dowd by Tom and Ann Curley

Sunday 8:00 am For The Parishioners

10:30 am Donna Lynn Rully by The Angelos Family

Monday 9:15 am Kathleen Sweeney by Pat and John Connors

Tuesday 9:15 am Grace Bush by The Activities Committee

Wednesday

9:15 am

For Healing of Aunt Mary and Aunt Terry

by Cathy Valenti

Thursday 9:15 am Helen Leonard by Bielefeld Family

Friday 9:15 am Communion Service

Saturday 5:00 pm Dorothy Napolitano by Cyril and Eileen

Sunday 8:00 am Christopher Madere by Pat and Mike Kummer

10:30 am For The Parishioners

July 20th through July 28th

Sunday Collection 07/07/19………………. $ 6,214. Capital Collection ………………………… 1,855. Thank You for Your Generosity

Confessions -Saturday 4 pm (Memorial Day thru Labor Day)

First Friday Adoration held after 9:15 am Communion

Service each month.

9:15 am mass will still be celebrated when we have a funeral mass that day.


Saturday: Ex 12:37-42; Mt 12:14-21 Sunday: Gn 18:1-10a; Col 1:24-28; Lk 10:38-42 Sunday: Gn 18:1-10a; Col 1:24-28; Lk 10:38-42 Monday: Sg 3:1-4b; 2 Cor 5:14-17; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 Tuesday: Ex 14:21--15:1; Mt 12:46-50 Wednesday: Ex 16:1-5, 9-15; Mt 13:1-9 Thursday: 2 Cor 4:7-15; Mt 20:20-28 Friday: Ex 20:1-17; Mt 13:18-23 Saturday: Ex 24:3-8; Mt 13:24-30 Sunday: Gn 18:20-32; Col 2:12-14; Lk 11:1-13

PARISH OFFICE HOURS:

Sunday: 9 am to 10:15 am

Monday thru Wednesday: 9 am to 2 pm

Thursday: 9 am to 12 pm

Friday: Closed

Sunday: 9 am to 10:15 am


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THIS WEEK—VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2019: CAMP KOLBE

Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held this summer at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Monday, July 22, through Friday, July 26, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. each day for students ages 4 through grade 5 (2018-2019 school year). See the registration form in the bulletin. Forms are also are available in the parish office. Cost for VBS will be $10 per child for the week, not to exceed $30 per family. Teen helpers in grades six and above are also welcome to assist as classroom and music aides and with snacks, crafts and games. For more information, contact Melissa in the parish office.

Join us on Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. in the parish hall as we discuss the Gospel of John. Using both videos and written materials, this program is designed to help bring Catholics to a greater understanding of the Bible and an awareness of God’s living presence in the Scriptures, as well as an appreciation of how the Bible can be applied to daily life. For more information, call or stop by the parish office or simply join us on Tuesday mornings.

LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY

JEFF CAVINS BIBLE STUDY CONTINUES If you are interested in taking part in or hosting a home bible study featuring the DVD series Bible Timeline by Jeff Cavins, contact June Schott at 570-646-0379 or by email a t [email protected]. All materials are

provided for the study.

PARISH PICNIC COMING SOON The Saint Maximilian Kolbe Parish Picnic will be Sunday, August 11, 2019. The Picnic Committee is looking for volunteers to help out with this year’s event. If you are interested in helping to plan the picnic or would like to assist with games or food preparation, contact the parish office.

NEW GOOD DEEDS FOR ST. MAX PROGRAM To celebrate the 10-year anniversary or our parish and to honor our patron, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and the sacrifice he made to save the life of another in 1941, our parish introduces the Good Deeds for St. Max program. Any child who does a good deed for another at home, church, school or in the community can bring a letter written by a parent, friend, teacher or community leader telling us all about it. Then, our parish will give that child one raffle ticket for every good deed done for another. The raffle tickets will then be entered in a drawing for special prizes at the parish picnic on August 11. Letters can be submitted to Melissa Laverty, Coordinator of Religious Education/Pastoral Associate, either in person or by email at [email protected]. Limit 10 tickets per child.

SAVE THE DATE: ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE FEAST DAY MASS AND PROCESSION

On Wednesday, August 14, our parish will honor our patron, St. Maximilian Kolbe, at our feast day Mass at 9:15 a.m. Then, that evening, following the Holyday Mass of the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 7 p.m., the parish will hold an outdoor candlelight procession.

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SPIRITUAL FORMATION AND SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

FOR CATHOLICS COMING HOME Have you been away from the Catholic Church for awhile? Are you wondering how to get reconnected? We welcome you “where you are” and would like to work with you and your family as we journey in faith together. For more information, contact Father Sean or Melissa Laverty in the parish office about meeting to discuss how we can help address your spiritual needs.


INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK…..We all have a tremendous amount of responsibility. Every day presents more challenges and lists of things we need to accomplish. Life, however, is more than just to do lists. Life is more about who we are and how present we are to what is happening around us. Our relationship with God is the same. It is not just about doing the right things or showing up in the right places, even though these are certainly important. What is more important is the quality of our presence in God's presence. How attentive are we to His revelations of presence to us? If life's demands, however noble they be, overly consume us, we will miss being surprised by God's presence: in creation, in sacrament, in our brothers and sisters, and in ourselves. Listen carefully to Martha and Mary's story today.

HA Valerie Novak ~ Sr. Airman Charlie Maldanado Alston Smart, Jr.~ Eugene Maslar, Jr

Sgt. Matthew Price ~ 1st Lt. Mark Gaido Airman Patrick Alminde ~ TECH Sgt. William D. Olsen

Seaman Nicole Beckman ~ Cpl. John P. Bramley Lt. Joseph V. Yuskaitis, Jr.

Major Thomas M. Smith ~ Sgt. Amber Keppol 2nd Class Petty Officer DC2, Jeffrey Royall Sgt. Andrew Malave ~ Sgt. Matthew Ponce

MK1 Katie Stodnick ~ Pvt. 2 Lars Hicks Lance Corporal Kevin Horoszewski

Prayers for Military

and Government Service

We welcome new parishioners. If you would like to join our parish, registration forms may be found in our church narthex and in the parish office or if you prefer, register online at www.stmaxkolbepoconos.org. You may also call the parish office (570-646-6424) and we would be happy to send you a registration form.

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SPECIAL DATE FOR AUGUST BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP:

Due to the social gathering after the 9:15 am Mass on August 14th, our Parish Feast Day, the August Meeting for the Bereavement Support Group will be at 10 am on Wednesday, August 21st. Anyone who has experienced a loss due to death, divorce, or separation is encouraged to attend this ecumenical group. The sessions provide information about the stages of grief and offers insights about the Bereavement process. Support and encouragement are offered through the presence of those who have also journeyed through the Bereavement process. Subsequent meetings will be held at 10 am on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.

Craft Fair Meeting Tuesday, Aug 6th at 12 noon

Anyone who is interested in participating in the St Max Craft Fair is invited to attend. This year’s Craft

Fair will be held on Columbus Day weekend. Saturday, October 12th & Sunday, October 13th

PARISH COOKBOOK ~ $10 “Flavor to the Max

~ A Second Helping” can be purchased in the Cry Room after Masses or in the Parish Office during

regular office hours. During our year-long celebration of the 10th Anniversary of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, we hope to feature many delicious dishes found in this cookbook at various parish events.

Día de los Abuelos They're there when we need them, and if we're honest, we need them for a lot of things! This week, many Spanish-speaking countries celebrate Día de los Abuelos. The celebration is held on the feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne, parents of Mary and grandparents of Jesus. In our mobile society, many grandparents may be geographically disconnected to their children. Other grandparents have even more opportunities to be close to their grandchildren, as their children continue working and are in need of nearby childcare support. Whatever the situation, grandparents are essential to the growth and development of children. They provide a warm, forgiving presence. Rarely the disciplinarian, grandparents are another reminder of the gentle mercy of God. As children age, they begin to appreciate grandparents as people with stories to tell and wisdom to impart. How can you show gratitude for the grandparents in your life today?


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Jay Crandall ~ Bill Gleason Bob Ruezinsky ~ Richard Snell

Kim Maria Giganti ~ Fr. Ed Kearns Jennifer Royall ~ Deacon Frank

Terry Howe ~ Irene Halupa Alice & Eileen O’Neill ~ Joan Harrigan

Samson Colborn ~ Joan Harrigan Jamie Nderitu ~ Maurice Berger ~ Sal Rullis

Msgr. Fitzpatrick ~ JoAnn Berger ~ Ryan Miller Cathy Valente ~ Fr. Anthony Urban

Joseph Conte ~ John Mercer ~ Bette Jayne Kovich

……..And For All Dear Members and Friends that are in need of Prayers, Lord Hear Our Prayer.

This list will be updated periodically.

Hospital Visits - Due to the Health Insurance Portability and

Accountability Act (HIPAA), the parish is unaware when a parishioner is in the hospital.

If you or a loved one would like a hospital visit from Father Sean, contact the parish office

to make arrangements.

at St. Max

Sun., July 21st - K of C Breakfast - 8 am until 12 noon

Mon thru Fri, July 21-26 ~ Vacation Bible School

10 am - 1 pm

Tues., July 23rd - Women’s Cornerstone - 7 pm

St. Maximilian Annual Golf Tournament

Tues., Aug. 6th

Mountain Laurel Golf Club -12:15 pm

Dinner @ Lake Naomi Club -6:00 pm

“Footprints” Margaret Fishback Powers

Upcoming Planned Activities by The St. Max Activities Committee September 2019 - Trip to Winery

(date, time, location TBA)

Thursday, December 5, 2019 - Trip to Radio City

“Christmas Spectacular” starring the Rockettes Our own St. Maximilian Kolbe Adult Choir will perform, alone on stage, for the Sounds of Christmas Experience,

opening the 11:00 am "Christmas Spectacular". Cost $120. Contact Marianne @ 643-1293 for more information. ~See the lighted Rockefeller Center Christmas tree!

~Visit the St. Patrick's Cathedral Nativity scene awaiting Baby Jesus!

~Enjoy Midtown Manhattan! ~And the Christmas Spectacular opened

by our own St. Max Choir! (Reservations needed now to meet July and Sept

deposits at the Music Hall)

Sanctuary Light In Memory of Kathleen Sweeney by Pat and John Connors

Bread and Wine For The Unborn

Altar Flowers In Memory of Mario and Grace Nocelli by Rich and Rae Trisciuzzi

Meetings are the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month @ 7 pm in the parish hall.

~ http://knights13752.webs.com/ ~Facebook: Knights of Columbus Pocono Pines

The first thing about wisdom is to know the truth; the second is to discern what is false.

~ J. Lake

I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart…

1 Kings 3:12

Week of July 21st


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FOOD PANTRY NEWS : Five Loaf House 133 Fire House Rd., Pocono Pines

Distributions are to qualified persons and families only. Distributions are the Second Monday of each month and

the Tuesday following that Monday. Monday Hours 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.,

12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. by appointment after these hours & Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Food Donations are accepted on Mon/Tues only, from 9 a.m. -11 a.m. or call 570-646-7456.

RECOGNIZE GOD IN ORDINARY MOMENTS As I get older, what really matters to me changes. I remember being in high school and having to wear certain brands and to look a certain way. Now, many days I simply wear what is clean! I used to collect certain things that I no longer seem to care about much now. I wanted certain things for my children, and now I am happy if they are happy, regardless of what happens. I have changed political stances a few times. I even follow different sports teams today than I did when I was younger. Time, circumstance, wisdom, and even disillusionment all play a part in my ever-changing attitude toward what really matters in life. All has changed except my faith. My faith is the one constant in my life. It is the most precious of all the gifts God has given to me. Life hasn't been a constant high, and there have been several low valleys along the way. It has been my faith that has seen me through all times, good and bad. If anything has changed, it is that Jesus matters more today than he did yesterday. What really matters to you? What's the main thing in your life? I have witnessed once-strong disciples place politics, wealth, career, and family ahead of Jesus over time. All those things are enticing, but they are things that change. Even your family grows and changes as the years go by, as does your relationship with them. The one thing that does not change is God. God is the same yesterday, today, and forever. It can bring great peace to your life when what matters to you is the one thing that remains constant. The main thing is to keep the main thing, the main thing. That main thing is Jesus. - Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS

MEMORIAL PAVERS FOR ST. MAX PRAYER GARDEN

With your support, the St. Maximilian Kolbe Stewardship Committee created a beautiful, quiet space on the church grounds where we are able to reflect and pray. Along the walkway, in addition to benches, statues, and Stations of the Cross, there is an area with memorial pavers to honor loved ones and to commemorate special occasions. 4 by 8 inch pavers (with 3 lines of 17 spaces and letters each) are $60 for one paver and $100 for two. An 8 by 8 inch paver is $150. If you would like to purchase one of the pavers, you can get a form from the parish office.

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The Scranton Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Retreat/Day of Reflection

on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at The Villa of Our Lady Retreat House,

245 Meadowside Road, Mount Pocono, PA. Monsignor Vincent Grimalia, Coordinator for Ecumenism and Interfaith Relations, will conduct the retreat. The theme of the day-long event is “Works of Mercy”. The day includes Mass, confession, private time, and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The retreat will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will end by 3 p.m. A continental breakfast and luncheon will be served. The cost is $35. All Catholic women are invited to attend. The reservation deadline is July 30th. Please send your reservation with payment to Helen Oravec, 814 Theresa Street, Peckville, PA 18452. Make check payable: Scranton DCCW. Contact Helen Oravec at 570-489-5231 or Judy Poltanis at 570-470-1536 if additional information is required.

Bulletin submissions can be emailed to Marion Colvin at: [email protected]

Please submit two weeks prior to publication date otherwise we cannot promise publication date desired.

~ Thank You

Christmas in July ~ Yard Sale and Bazaar! Featuring breakfast made by the Knights of Columbus, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Tacos in a Bag, Tricky Tray,

Grab Bags, Baked Goods, Tools, Furniture, Household Items, Christmas Items, Disc Jockey and Much More

—Something for Everyone! When: Fri., Sat, Sun., July 26, 27 28 Where: Home of parishioners JoAnn and Maurice Berger, 119 Lilac Drive, Pocahanna Colony, Blakeslee ~Take Route 940 West to Blakeslee Corners. Go straight through the stoplight and continue past the gas station on the left/Blakeslee Community Center on the right. The next left is Lilac Drive. 119 Lilac Drive is the first house on the left. Contact: Maurice and JoAnn Berger, 570-643-4169. Donations of home and baked goods as well as monetary donations will be accepted. Please- NO CLOTHES, BEDS OR MATTRESSES.

All Proceeds Benefit the Knights of Columbus

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