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BULLETIN MAY 11, 2025
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL PARISH
47 SOUTH MARKET STREET
MOUNT CARMEL, PENNSYLVANIA 17851
FACEBOOK: Our Lady's
*: Catholics Come Home.org
Choir Practices
Adult Choir Practice
Every Wed. 6:30PM
Youth Choir Practice
Every Sunday
10:00 am
Sherry Moroz…..Organist/Choir Director 570-274-0011
email:sherrymoroz@gmail.com
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional
School………….(570) 644-0375
PASTORIAL STAFF Very Rev. Msgr. Francis J. Karwacki, V.F. M.Ed.,M.Div. Pastor
Dean Northumberland Deanery,
Bishop's Liaison (Moderator) for Charismatic Renewal
SUPPORT STAFF
Joe Fesniak……Office Manager JFesniak@hbgdiocese.org
Katrina Gownley-……Coordinator of Religious Education Phone# 570-205-9575 kjgownley@gmail.com
Kathy Lapotsky...........Part-time Administrative Assistant
Tom Horan.......Facilities Manager,
Eileen Hirsch…….Housekeeper & Cook OTHER Disabilities Advocate Paul Koutch 570-875-2650
OFFICE HOURS: MON, TUE & THUR 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM; WED & FRI 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone# 570-339-1031
Fourth Sunday of Easter May 11th, 2025
MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday 8:30 AM- Living and Deceased Mothers of Parish
Sunday 11:00 AM- John and Mary Koronkiewicz From Daughter Rosemarie
Monday 8:00 AM- Mary C. “Sis” Zuech From Henry Zuech
Tuesday 8:00AM- Sylvia Hynoski From Marian and Jack Shirmer
Wednesday 8:00 AM – Mildred Mushalko From Richard and Patricia Mychak
Thursday 8:00 AM- Robert Rudock From Anthony and Dianne Candelora
Friday 8:00 AM – Forgotten Souls in Purgatory From Bill and Alice Jarzinko
Saturday 8:00 AM – Edward Skocik From Cindy Bartol and Family
Saturday 4:00 PM- Hazel and Henry Rooney From Sons and Families
Sunday 8:30 AM- 40 Wedding Anniversary Diane and Bruce Graff
Sunday 11:00 AM- People of Parish
THIS WEEKS ACTIVITIES
Saturday, May 10th – Parish Yard Sale 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Parish Grounds
Thursday, May 15th – There will be a Charismatic Prayer Meeting starting at 6:30 PM in the Church. All are Welcome to Attend this Meeting!!
NO CCD this Week
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The Next Food Pantry is Tue, May 20th from 100 PM – 3:00 PM
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LOCAL Events
Our Lady’s Yard Sale is Saturday May 10th from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Our Lady’s Lottery Calendar for June 2025 is now available in the back of the Church/Parish Office. $5.00 each. Please Support this Fundraiser!
Contributions
Mass 5/3/25 & 5/4/25
- Adult Weekly……………..$2,868.50
- Loose………………………..$315.00
- Monthly……………...….,.....$848.50
- Steeple……………..................$12.00
- Ascension Thursday.........……$5.00
- Palm Sunday.............................$5.00
- Easter…………………..….…$70.00
- Catholic Education……….....$10.00
- Catholic Home Missions…….$20.00
Mail & Lock-Box 4/28/25 – 5/4/25
- Adult Weekly……..…........$1,124.00
- Monthly………….....….........$202.50
- Steeple………………..………..$7.50
- Easter……………………..….$30.00
- Holy Thursday…………..……$5.00
- Palm Sunday…………….....…$5.00
- ASH Wednesday…………...…$5.00
- Holy Land……..………........…$5.00
- Ascension Thursday………...$15.00
Misc. Deposit Week Ending 4/27/25
- Donations………...……...….$600.00
- Memorials…………..............$130.00
- Candles………………………$20.00
- Rent…………………...…….$875.00
The next Diocesan Collection is in May for the Catholic Home Missions.
Flowers at BVM
FOR Helen Hynoski and Marie Kenenitz
FROM Wally, Christine and Roman
Altar Flowers
FOR Mary Fesniak
FROM Son Joe
Candles at BVM
FOR Special Intention
FOR Marion Schu
FROM Sandy, Tom and Kriza
FOR Millie Mushalko
FROM John and Dianne Darrah
FOR Marie Darrah
FROM John and Dianne Darrah
FOR Sylvia Hynoski
FROM John and Dianne Darrah
FOR Anna Rogutski
FROM John and Dianne Darrah
FOR Shari Garman
FROM John and Dianne Darrah
FOR Dorothy Milewski
FROM John and Dianne Darrah
Mother’s Day Memorials
FOR Mrs. Laura Kline
FROM Daughter Patsy
FOR Mrs. Katherine Kline
FROM Grandchildren
FOR Elsie Clewes
FROM Grandchildren
FOR Janet Persing
FROM Daughters
FOR Debbie Gownley
FROM Husband Ted
FOR Debbie Gownley
FROM Children
FOR Mary Lawrence
FROM Mary Benfield
FOR Anna Tomkowiak
FROM Anna Marie Thomas
FOR Agnes Prosnick
FROM Anna Marie Thomas
FOR Helen Bernas
FROM Anna Marie Thomas
FOR Dorothy Kleman
FROM The Families of Dorothy Ditchey, Florence Kelly, Mary Jo Zamboni and Joseph Kleman
FOR Alice Zamboni
FROM Mary Jo, Kara and Leah Zamboni
FOR Millie “Callahan” Mushalko
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
FOR Mary “McDonald” Devine
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
FOR Mothers, Grandmothers and Grandmothers
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
Memorials
FOR Anthony Grayeski
FROM Cathy and Ron Wysochansky
FOR Karen Alekseyko
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
FOR Anthony Grayeski
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
FOR Stella Callahan (Birthday)
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
FOR Jewel “Devine” Valencik (Birthday)
FROM Bob and Anne Marie Devine
FOR Anthony Grayeski, Jr.
FROM Don and Sharon Betz
FOR Tony Lawrence
FROM Mary Benfield
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MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Evening - 4:00 P.M.
Sunday Morning - 8:30 & 11:00 A.M.
WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Monday thru Saturday - 8:00 A.M.
HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE
Vigil - 6:30 P.M.
Holy Day Masses - 8:00 A.M. & 7:00 P.M.
BRINGING THE BREAD AND THE WINE TO THE ALTAR
If you have a scheduled Mass for a loved one and you wish to bring up the bread, wine and collection, YOU MUST SPEAK TO THE USHERS BEFORE MASS.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Infant Baptism is celebrated the first and last Sunday of each month. Parents are required to participate in a preparation process for Baptism. Church law dictates specific guidelines. Please call the parish office for specific information and to arrange an appointment to begin the process.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
Please call the parish office anytime to request the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Msgr. Karwacki and our Eucharistic Minister's take Holy
Communion each month on First Friday. Please call if you or a family member desires to be added to the monthly Communion list.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
In order to facilitate marriage preparation, Diocesan policy requires that preparation begins 9 to 12 months prior to the date of the intended wedding. Please be sure to check with Church prior to making all other wedding plans. Upon initial contact with the parish you will be assigned a mentor couple who will work with you in preparation for marriage.
RECONCILIATION
Monday thru Saturday 7:30 AM to 8:00AM
Saturday 3:00-3:50PM.
NEWCOMERS
Welcome! Register at the Parish Office.
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St. Pauline Shrine
Friday 10:00 – 4:00 PM Adoration, Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3:00 PM
Mass at the Shrine on First Fridays on the Month at 10:00 AM.
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You can return your OLD Palms from last year in the container in the back of the church. They will be burned and used as Ashes for Next Year’s ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES/SERVICES.
Prayer by Monsignor Francis Karwacki for the Convocation of Cardinals to elect a new Pope upon the death of Pope Francis.
Lord Jesus send your Holy Spirit in a special way upon the Cardinals in the convocation to elect a new Pope. Pour out the Holy Spirit upon them as you did on your apostles at that first Pentecost so that they may be totally open to the Holy Will of the Father so that this new Pope may be filled with the Holy Spirit and open to all the charisms given to him. Amen.
First Holy Communion at Our Lady’s
Sunday, May 18th at 11:00 AM Mass
The Following Children will be receiving their First Holy Communion:
Rowlyn Black
Eli Politza
Blakely Glowatski
Madison Karycki
Erin Yadlosky
Olivia Yeager
Cruz Sebastian
Piper Yuskoski
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Cash Summary Month of March 2025
Operating Income Operating Expenses
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$38,921.75 $44,321.25 |
Net Operating Balance
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($5,399.50) |
Non-Operating Income (Donations, Memorials)
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$4,238.94 |
Non-Operating Expenses
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0 |
Ending Cash Balance
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($1,160.56) |
BULLETIN MAY 4, 2025
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL PARISH
47 SOUTH MARKET STREET
MOUNT CARMEL, PENNSYLVANIA 17851
FACEBOOK: Our Lady's
*: Catholics Come Home.org
Choir Practices
Adult Choir Practice
Every Wed. 6:30PM
Youth Choir Practice
Every Sunday
10:00 am
Sherry Moroz…..Organist/Choir Director 570-274-0011
email:sherrymoroz@gmail.com
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional
School………….(570) 644-0375
PASTORIAL STAFF Very Rev. Msgr. Francis J. Karwacki, V.F. M.Ed.,M.Div. Pastor
Dean Northumberland Deanery,
Bishop's Liaison (Moderator) for Charismatic Renewal
SUPPORT STAFF
Joe Fesniak……Office Manager JFesniak@hbgdiocese.org
Katrina Gownley-……Coordinator of Religious Education Phone# 570-205-9575 kjgownley@gmail.com
Kathy Lapotsky...........Part-time Administrative Assistant
Tom Horan.......Facilities Manager, C.J.
Eileen Hirsch…….Housekeeper & Cook OTHER Disabilities Advocate Paul Koutch 570-875-2650
OFFICE HOURS: MON, TUE & THUR 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM; WED & FRI 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone# 570-339-1031
Third Sunday of Easter May 4th, 2025
MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday 8:30 AM- People of Parish
Sunday 11:00 AM- Marion Schu From Sandy, Tom and Kriza Rusnak
Monday 8:00 AM- Harry and Betty Beierschmitt From Ann and Tim Pervis
Tuesday 8:00AM- Nancy Brennan From Ann and Tim Pervis
Wednesday 8:00 AM – Albert Mann From Wife and Children
Thursday 8:00 AM- John Habowski From Eddie, Jimmy and Danny Lawler
Friday 8:00 AM – John Kobilis From Tony and Dianne Candelora
Saturday 8:00 AM – Carol Schu From Cindy Bartol and Family
Saturday 4:00 PM- Hazel and Henry Rooney From Sons and Families
Sunday 8:30 AM- People of Parish
Sunday 11:00 AM- John and Mary Koronkiewicz From Daughter Rosemarie
THIS WEEKS ACTIVITIES
Sunday, May 4th – There will be CCD for Grades 6 thru 8 starting at 5:45 in the Parish School Building.
Monday, May 5th – There will be CCD for Grades 1 thru 5 starting at 5:45 PM in the Parish School Building.
Thursday, May 8th – There will be a Charismatic Prayer Meeting starting at 6:30 PM in the Church. All are Welcome to Attend this Meeting!!
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The Next Food Pantry is Tue, May 6th from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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LOCAL Events
Our Lady’s Mother’s Day Dine-In Breakfast CANCELLED
Mount Carmel Lion’s Club
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner with Salad and Dessert. Sunday May 4th from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Atlas Legion
Adults $10.00
Take-out ONLY. Containers will be provided. DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN
Our Lady’s Yard Sale is Postponed until Saturday May 10th from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM due to rain forecasted this weekend
Our Lady’s Lottery Calendar for June 2025 is now available in the back of the Church/Parish Office. $5.00 each. Please Support this Fundraiser!
Contributions
Mass 4/26/25 & 4/27/25
- Adult Weekly……………..$3,205.00
- Loose………………………..$246.00
- Monthly……………...…...,.....$26.00
- Steeple……………................$147.00
- Holy Thursday…..........…..…$11.00
- Palm Sunday.............................$7.00
- Easter…………………….…$145.00
- Catholic Communications..…..$5.00
- Catholic Home Missions..….$294.00
- Holy Land……………..….….$16.00
- Pentecost………………………$5.00
Mail & Lock-Box 4/21/25 – 4/27/25
- Adult Weekly……..…...........$747.00
- Monthly………….....…......….$20.00
- Easter……………………….$411.00
- Holy Thursday…………..……$5.00
- Palm Sunday…………….....…$5.00
- Holy Land……..………........…$5.00
- Catholic Home Missions….…$40.00
Misc. Deposit Week Ending 4/27/25
- Donations………...…..….$10,250.00
- Memorials…………..............$155.00
- Candles………………………$20.00
The next Diocesan Collection is in May for the Catholic Home Missions.
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Flowers at BVM
FOR John Lovrich
FROM Wally, Christine and Roman
Memorials
FOR Maura Mengel
FROM John Lawler
FOR Antoinette “Toni” Sommers
FROM Don and Sharon Betz
FOR Anthony “Tony” Grayeski, Jr.
FROM Wally, Christine and Roman
FOR Anthony Grayeski
FROM Bob and Kathy Ditchey
FOR Anthony Grayeski, Jr.
FROM Ray and Mary Ann Bartosic
FOR Kortni Ann Kenenitz
FROM Daddy (Edward Kenenitz)
FOR Ryan Kornacki
FROM Janet Yuskoski
FOR Mike Fantanarosa
FROM Janet Yuskoski
FOR Anthony Grayeski
FROM Sherry Moraskie Varano
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MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Evening - 4:00 P.M.
Sunday Morning - 8:30 & 11:00 A.M.
WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Monday thru Saturday - 8:00 A.M.
HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE
Vigil - 6:30 P.M.
Holy Day Masses - 8:00 A.M. & 7:00 P.M.
BRINGING THE BREAD AND THE WINE TO THE ALTAR
If you have a scheduled Mass for a loved one and you wish to bring up the bread, wine and collection, YOU MUST SPEAK TO THE USHERS BEFORE MASS.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Infant Baptism is celebrated the first and last Sunday of each month. Parents are required to participate in a preparation process for Baptism. Church law dictates specific guidelines. Please call the parish office for specific information and to arrange an appointment to begin the process.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
Please call the parish office anytime to request the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Msgr. Karwacki and our Eucharistic Minister's take Holy
Communion each month on First Friday. Please call if you or a family member desires to be added to the monthly Communion list.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
In order to facilitate marriage preparation, Diocesan policy requires that preparation begins 9 to 12 months prior to the date of the intended wedding. Please be sure to check with Church prior to making all other wedding plans. Upon initial contact with the parish you will be assigned a mentor couple who will work with you in preparation for marriage.
RECONCILIATION
Monday thru Saturday 7:30 AM to 8:00AM
Saturday 3:00-3:50PM.
NEWCOMERS
Welcome! Register at the Parish Office.
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St. Pauline Shrine
Friday 10:00 – 4:00 PM Adoration, Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3:00 PM
Mass at the Shrine on First Fridays on the Month at 10:00 AM.
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You can return your OLD Palms from last year in the container in the back of the church. They will be burned and used as Ashes for Next Year’s ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES/SERVICES.
Thank You SO MUCH to the volunteers who used their talents to make our Church look BEAUTIFUL this Easter.
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One Million Rosaries for Unborn Babies
Fri May 9th, Sat May 10th and Sun May 11th
Sponsored by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court of Victory and the Saint Michael the Archangel Organization. Forms are available on the table in the back of the Church. Please complete the form and commit to saying a number of rosaries. Return the forms in the collection basket.
Prayer for Vocations
O God, Father of all Mercies, Provider of a bountiful Harvest, send Your Grace upon those You have called to gather the fruits of Your labor. Preserve and strengthen them in their lifelong service to You. Open the hearts of Your people that they may discern Your Holy Will; inspire in them a love and desire to surrender themselves to serving others in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Teach all Your faithful to follow their respective paths in life guided by Your Divine Word and Truth. Through the intercession of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary, all the Angels and Saints, humbly hear our prayers and grant Your Church’s needs, through Christ our Lord. Amen
Msgr. Frank overwhelmed with joy at his Banquet, surrounded by parishioners. Congratulation MONSIGNOR FRANK!!
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ATTENTION ALL: OUR PARISH FOLLOWS ALL THE DIOCEAN REGULATIONS ON YOUTH PROTECTION. Google Diocese of Harrisburg. You will find our Diocesan Webpage. Click on Youth Protection and You can explore all the following options. Our parish requires all up-to-date clearances for CCD Teachers and employees and we administer the Virtus Program in our CCD classes.
Victim Assistance — United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Kelly Gollick Victim Assistance Coordinator Youth Protectio 1-800-626-1608 reportabuse@hbgdiocese.org Michelle Shae, Safe Environment Director, with your designated local administrator for VIRTUS Empowering God’s Children by 8/31/22. Michelle can be reached at MShae@HBGDIOCESE.ORG We Pledge . . .
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BISHOP GAINER LIFTS DISPENSATION. ON AUG. 15, 2021 Obligation to Attend Mass is restored and ALL CATHOLICS WHO CAN ARE CALLED BACK TO ATTEND MASS. Fr. Frank
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The Faith Alive! This new video series from the Diocese of Harrisburg explores and explains the basics of the Catholic Faith through short videos. Throughout this year, we’ll be joined by special guests, including Bishop Gainer, to explore topics related to what we believe as Catholics, various Church teachings, and ways to grow in the Faith. Look for a new video every Wednesday at 7 p.m. on the Diocesan YouTube channel, www.YouTube.com/hbgdiocese. Facebook Q&A with Bishop Gainer (announcement can be used with FB_Q&A_Bishop_Gainer.jpg image) Tune in to the Diocese of Harrisburg’s Facebook page at 7 p.m. the first Monday of every month, beginning March 1, for Facebook Q&A with Bishop Gainer. Every month, we’ll sit down with the Bishop to answer your questions. Have a question? Please email it to communications@hbgdiocese.org >>
On Feb. 8th. I received my 2nd. Covid-19 vaccination at the Mt. Carmel Sr. Living Center. I am grateful to God and the Administrator for including me because I am among the on-call clergy for the Center and when Masses can resume there I am looking forward to celebrating Mass there for all the wonderful residents. Fr Frank Karwacki Pandemic Covid-19 Holy Spirit Prayer Come Holy Spirit in great power to free us from the scourge of the Covid-19 Virus which is plaguing so many on the face of the earth. O’ Holy Spirit you manifested yourself as a mighty wind and flames of fire on the day of Pentecost. Come again with a mighty healing wind to cast out the Covid-19 Virus from the air we breathe and send forth your healing fire to alter the gene or genes within the Covid-19 virus to render it harmless. Come Holy Spirit to renew us with your gifts of peace and strength. Yes, come Holy Spirit and renew the face of the earth with your gift of healing. Amen. Composed by Fr. Frank Karwacki
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MISSION STATEMENT OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL PARISH
We, the people of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish of the Diocese of Harrisburg are called through our Baptism and Confirmation to celebrate the presence of Christ in Word and Sacrament and sent by Christ to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. In the spirit of faith, service, and community, we strive to bring people closer together and closer to God. This we accomplish by our surrendering to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and in the power of His Holy Spirit. We invite everyone to serve the needs of our parishioners and the broader community. We strive to be faithful stewards accountable to God by our prayer and worship, praying for healing and sharing our time, talents, treasure and by reaching out to the poor and needy.
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<<OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL, Mt. CARMEL CCD: PARENTS PLEASE GET YOUR CHILD'S REGISTRATION IN ASAP. DROP IT THE LOCK BOX AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE RECTORY OR SEND BY MAIL. You can pick up the forms at the front door of the rectory at any time . CCD STARTS SEPT 20 & 21. YOU MUST SIGN THE WAIVER FORM. (IN CLASS WILL USES ALL COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS: Temps will be taken, social, distancing, masks , hand sanitizer etc.) THOSE GOING ON LINE MUST FILL OUT A REGISTRATION FORM. SEE CALENDARS, ONLINE INSTRUCTION SHEETS ETC. YOU MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU CHILD IS GOIUNG ON LINE. Fr. Frank Karwacki & Mrs. Katrina Gownley CRE ATTENTION PARENTS :PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOUR CCD CHILD HAS ACCESS FOR ONLINE SCHOOLING computer or Ipad & IF NECESSARY. YES___________ NO__________________ Name of Child________________ Address______________________
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COME TO OUR PARISH AND EXPERIENCE OUR AMAZING CHOIR UNDER THE DIRECTION OF OUR CHOIR DIRECTOR AND ORGANIST SHERRY MOROZ AS WELL AS MANY OF THE LIFT YOUR SPIRITS GROUP WHO ARE MEMBERS OF OUR CHOIR. FR FRANK KARWACKI PASTOR
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WE ARE A WELCOMING COMMUNITY OF FAITH.
Fr. Frank blessing a skunk at a Pet blessing. Fr. Frank wil be blessing Pets on Sun. Oct. 2, 2016
FR. FRank blessing pets 10-4-18
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PRAY FOR RELATIVES AND FRIENDS WHO DO NOT ATTEND MASS FOR THEIR SUNDAY OBLIGATION NOR FOR HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION EVEN THOUGH THEY ARE CAPABLE OF DOING SO:
Lord Jesus, I realize that of all the duties you have entrusted to me, that my duty to pray for the salvation of the souls of my loved ones, family members and friends, is in Your eyes a very high priority. You call us to pray for one another’s salvation and so I pray for the souls of ____________________
_____________________________who are not coming to church on a regular basis even though they are able to do so. Lord Jesus touch and protect them with the power of your love and grace. Send Your Holy Spirit upon them and help them to hear You
calling them closer to You. Dear Lord help me with Your grace to draw closer to You and to share the gift of my faith with them according to Your holy will. Amen Composed by Fr. Frank Karwacki
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AS YOU SAID by Sr. Margaret Kob OCD
Ask, you said. Ask, and you shall receive. Ask the Father in my name, you said. Thus far you have asked for nothing in my name. Ask the Father to send laborers, you said, for the fields are white for the harvest . If I have the the Bread of Heaven to offer you and you do not ask for it, it must be that you are not hungry. If I have Living Water to offer you and you are not clamoring for it, it must be that you are not thirsty. If the sirens blast and the children are falling, falling, and you are not pounding on my door for their rescue, it must be that you have no heart. If my shepherds grow cold and my sheep rush in their droves to the Horror, and you are not screaming before my tent for their saving, it must be that you have no Fire. O my people, ask --- ask in my name! Ask, and you shall receive! Mt 9:38 Jn 14:13; 15:1, 16; 16:24
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Jesus under the weight of His Cross. We unite our sorrow of not being able to gather for public Masses, ceremonies & devotions with the suffering of Jesus during this Lent.
We pray the Lord will banish the Covid-19 Virus & we look forward to returning to worship in our church again. Fr. Frank
Exiled from Places of Worship by a Virus
By Fr. Frank Karwacki, Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Mount Carmel
In the Book of Daniel we find Azariah walking in the midst of the fire in the furnace unharmed and praying this lament, “We have in our day…no holocaust, sacrifice, oblation or incense, no place to offer first fruits, to find favor with You. But with contrite hearts and humble spirit let us be received; as though it were holocausts of rams and bullocks or thousands of fat lambs.”(NAB translation) It is believed by many Bibles scholars that the Book of Daniel was written during the persecution of Jews by King Antiochus IV in the second century B.C.to encourage the Jews, with stories of Jews exiled to Babylon in the 6th century B.C., who had experienced the destruction of their place of worship, the temple in Jerusalem. And so, Azariah prays, “We have no place to offer first fruits”. The first fruits of the harvest was taken to the temple to offer to the Lord.
With so many churches, chapels and places of worship closed because of the Covid-19 virus, we pastors and faithful members while fully respecting the government’s advice and laws for our protection feel some sense of that lament of Azariah. We too can pray that lament to the Lord, ‘We have in our day no place to worship”. We realize that we, the people, are the church, the mystical Body of Christ yet there is a special presence of the Lord Jesus and in the Eucharist when we gather in Hs name
Churches have always been a place of refuge, a haven of peace and holy ground. Our churches are filled with so many memories of the significant events in our lives. We remember the joyous occasions of baptisms and weddings and the sad occasions of funerals celebrated with love and faith.
Hopefully our experience of yearning to return to our places of worship will deepen our appreciation of our places of worship as we look forward to the day when the doors will be unlocked as we enter to gather together to worship, our Lord and He will be waiting there for us as we gather
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Jesus under the weight of His Cross. We unite our sorrow of not being able to gather for public Masses, ceremonies & devotions with the suffering of Jesus during this Lent.
We pray the Lord will banish the Covid-19 Virus & we look forward to returning to worship in our church again. Fr. Frank
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