Author: Jason Glover

Saint Stanislaus Catholic Church
516 East 13th Street
Erie, Pennsylvania 16503
814.452.6606
www.ststanserie.org
email: stataner@outlook.com
Fr. Jason A. Glover, S.T.L., Pastor
Msgr. Daniel Magraw, Senior Associate
Debbie Oldenski, Office Manager
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30AM - 3:00 PM
(Closed 12:00PM - 1:00PM, Saturdays, Sundays, & Holidays)
Daily Eucharistic Liturgy:
Monday - Friday at 8:00AM
Weekend Eucharistic Liturgy:
Saturday at 4:00PM
Sunday at 9:30AM
Holy Days of Obligation: 5:30PM (Vigil) & 8:00AM
Confessions: Saturday at 3:30PM (or by appointment)

Holy Trinity Catholic Church
2220 Reed Street
Erie, Pennsylvania 16503
814.456.0671
www.holytrinityrc.org
email: parishoffice@holytrinity.org
Fr. Jason A. Glover, S.T.L., Pastor
Msgr. Daniel Magraw, Senior Associate
Mary Ann Merski, Office Manager
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
(Closed 12:00PM - 1:00PM, Saturdays, Sundays, & Holidays)
Daily Eucharistic Liturgy:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 8:00AM
Weekend Eucharistic Liturgy:
Saturday at 5:00AM
Sunday at 10:00AM
Holy Days of Obligation: 5:30PM
Confessions: Saturday at 4:30PM (or by appointment)

Saint Stanislaus & Holy Trinity
Partners in Faith & Mission

28TH SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME
Gratitude is the key to a stewardship way of life. Today’s readings demonstrate the power and vital importance of gratitude in the life of the Christian disciple, for gratitude leads us to worship God, who offers us salvation. We see the power of gratitude on display in the Gospel passage from Luke after Jesus heals 10 lepers. “And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned.” Only one of the 10 recognized the tremendous blessing he had received from Jesus, and he returned to thank Him. While it’s easy to feel indignant at the failure of the nine others to return and thank Jesus, how often do we fail to recognize the blessings, answered prayers, and healings (both physical and spiritual), that the Lord showers upon us day and night? The truth is that our very lives and every breath we take are His gift to us. But we can get so caught up in the stresses and distractions of daily life that we lose touch with this truth. The Samaritan reacts to his gift of healing with the proper response to our loving God. Recognizing what he had just received from the Lord, he “returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked Him.” He was grateful for what God had done for him and this gratitude led to worship. And because of this response, Jesus offered him a far more precious gift that physical healing; He offered him the gift of salvation. “Stand up and go; your faith has saved you.” Too often we hear the phrase, “Count your blessings,” and write it off as nothing more than a trite saying. Today’s Gospel otherwise shows us. Gratitude is powerful. It deepens our faith in God and leads us to fitting worship of Him.

WEEKLY READINGS AND OBSERVANCES
Readings for the week of October 13, 2019
Sunday: 2 Kgs 5:14-17/Ps 98:1-4/2 Tm 2:8-13/Lk 17:11-19 (28th Sunday Time)
Monday: Rom 1:1-7/Ps 98:1-4/Lk 11:29-32 (St. Callistus)
Tuesday: Rom 1:16-25/Ps 19:2-5/Lk 11:37-41 (St. Theresa of the Child Jesus)
Wednesday: Rom 2:1-11/Ps 62:2-9/Lk 11:42-46 (St. Hedwig)
Thursday: Rom 3:21-30/Ps 130:1-6/Lk 11:47-54 (St. Ignatius of Antioch)
Friday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b/Ps 145:10-18/Lk 10:1-9 (St. Luke)
Saturday: Rom 4:13, 16-18/Ps 105:6-9/Lk 12:8-12 (Sts. J. deBrebeuf & I. Jogues)
Next Sunday: Ex 17:8-13/Ps 121:1-8/2 Tm 3:14—4:2/Lk 18:1-8 (29th Sunday Time)

Sacrament of Baptism: Sacramental preparation is required of the parents who desire to share the Catholic faith with their children and are held monthly throughout the City of Erie. Call the parish office to register to schedule your preparation. Godparents must be Confirmed and practicing Catholics with a letter of recommendation from their pastor to serve as a sacramental sponsor.

Religious Education, First Holy Communion, and First Reconciliation programs are hosted at Saint Luke’s Church for all eastside Erie parishes. Contact their parish office for more information and to register your child (814.825.7105).

Confirmation preparation for all eastside Erie parishes is hosted at Saint John’s Church. Contact their parish office for more information and to register your child (814.454.2873).

Sacrament of Holy Orders: God calls all people to holiness. Some men are called to fulfill this vocation as priests. If you are interested in the priesthood, or have questions about it, please contact a parish priest or our Diocesan Vocation Director, Fr. Michael Polenik, at 1.800.374.3723.

Sacrament of Matrimony: Before a date can be scheduled, a priest must be contacted at least six months in advance to complete the required documents.

Sacrament of the Sick: Communial celebrations of Anointing the Sick are scheduled periodically. The sacrament can also be requested by any parishioner who is seriously ill or in danger of death. Please note: Federal law no longer permits hospitals or nursing homes to contact churches when a parishioner is admitted. It is incumbent upon family members to notify the parish office if a loved one needs a visit, desires to receive Holy Communion, or needs Anointed.

Leave A Legacy: Consider Saint Stanislaus and Holy Trinity as you meet with your attorney or financial planner regarding your estate planning. Remember the needs of your parish family and leave a legacy of faith for future generations with your generous remembrance.

Bulletin Information Deadline: Please submit information to be included in the weekend bulletin by noon the Monday prior. Holiday bulletin announcements must be received by the parish office two weeks in advance.

Saint Stanislaus & Holy Trinity
Partners in Faith & Mission

“Prayer, Care, and Concern” Ministry
Those who participate in this ministry express the care and concern of our entire parish community to those who are ill, hospitalized, homebound, or in nursing facilities, through birthday and holiday cards, visits, and prayers. To request prayers, or to participate in this ministry, contact Rose Marie at 814.923.4438.

“Prayer Shawl” Ministry
The enjoyment of knitting, crocheting, and sewing are uniquely combined with prayer to offer a deeply personal and meaningful spiritual ministry. Shawls are prayerfully made and freely given away to those suffering bereavement, those recovering from illness, the elderly, homebound, and those in nursing facilities. To join us in this ministry, please contact Linda at 814.864.9476.

“Prayerline” Ministry
These ministers devote themselves to prayer for any needs made known to them and any special intentions. To participate in this ministry, or to request prayers for a particular need, contact Kay (825-7328) or Shirley (452-3395) from Saint Stanislaus, or Kathy Benes (898-1091) or Kathy Smith (393-8974) from Holy Trinity.

PCEP (Parish Catholic Education Program)
Parishioners of Holy Trinity can receive a parish grant to assist with the cost of tuition for families who wish their primary or secondary school age children to have a Catholic education. To be eligible, families must participate in the program, attend Mass regularly, and be involved in the parish community. For more information, contact the parish office.

The “Zabawa Committee”
Held on the parish grounds of Holy Trinity, Zabawa is the largest Polish heritage celebration in the region, drawing tens of thousands of people to our neighborhood. The Zabawa Committee organizes the festival through food preparation, donation solicitation, food and beverage service, and so on. The committee always welcomes any help they receive. If you would like to offer your time, and experience hands-on learning about these rich cultural traditions, contact Ray Luniewski at 882-1032.

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Parishioners interested in serving our worshiping community as an altar server, lector, Eucharistic minister, or music minister, please let one of your priests know.

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Welcome to our Parish Family!

A Community of Faith Built on Tradition, Where Everyone is Welcome

Saint Stanislaus Parish Community

MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, October 14th — Stanley, Irene, & Nancy Malinski (Becky)
Tuesday, October 15th — Deacon Bob Walker (Luniewski Family)
Wednesday, October 16th — Jean & Stanley Markiewicz (Family)
Thursday, October 17th — Irene Lubiejewski (Women’s Society)
Friday, October 18th — Joan Gorny Ragen (Christine Visosky)
Saturday, October 19th — Walter Mangold (Family)
Sunday, October 20th — Parish of Saint Stanislaus (pro populo)

Liturgical Ministry Schedule
Saturday, October 19th
Servers: Jack Ciecierski
Lector: Ed Czulewicz
Gifts: Mr. & Mrs. Macie
Sunday, October 20th
Server: Katie Brocious
Lector: Tom Widomski
Gifts: Rob Lintelman Family

BORN INTO ETERNAL LIFE
Please remember in your prayers Rose Ragen and Joan Grzybowski, who passed away this past week. May they now enter into everlasting life.

REMEMBERING THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
November is traditionally set aside as a month when we remember those who have died. As is customary at St. Stan’s, a memorial garden will be set up in the sanctuary and a list of our deceased loved ones will be placed there. Forms are available for you to complete so that we can place their names in the memorial garden.

PARISH DAY 2019
A sincere debt of gratitude to all of those who made our Parish Day 2019 such a resounding success! Special thanks to all of those who donated so many items that were won last Sunday. We are deeply indebted to so many who volunteered their time and their treasure to this special day! A summary report on our success will be published once all the information is finalized.

Weekly Offering (October 6, 2019)
This Week July 1 to date
Amount we need $2,365.00 $58,184.00
Amount Received $3,616.00 $41,708.00
Net over/under ($540.00) ($16,476.00)
Mass Attendance:
4:00PM = 90
9:30AM = 104

HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS
The names of parishioners who are living in nursing facilities or assisted living homes are listed on our bulletin boards. Please keep them in your prayers. We encourage you to send them a card, especially around the holidays or on their birthdays (their birthday is also listed). If you know of any parishioners who are in care facilities but not listed, please call the parish office, Fr. Jason, or Rose Marie Radomski of the “Prayer, Care, and Concern Committee.”

POLONIA PRESENTATION
Parishioner Bobby Sulecki will be offering a presentation about the churches and neighborhoods that make up Erie’s Polonia. The presentation will take place at the 3rd Street Falcon’s Club on October 30th, beginning at 6:00PM. The event is free and open to the public. Come out to support Bobby and learn about Erie’s Polish heritage.

THE HOLY NAME SOCIETY will meet on October 13th at 8:15AM in the Nazareth Center conference room. New members are always welcome to attend.

THE WOMANS’ SOCIETY will meet on October 13th, beginning with the recitation of the rosary at 2:00PM. New members are always welcome.

CLEANING TEAM B will clean the church on October 15th at 9:00AM. Please find a replacement if necessary.

October 1st Lottery winners (#454) are Kathy Ciecierski & Kay Stankiewicz!

PARISH DAY WINNERS

$1,500 - Ben Tuszynski
$500 - Thomas Igras
$100 - Dolores Smith (Mark)
$100 - Felicia Kotoski
$100 - Rose Niedzwiecki
$100 - Shirley Jankowski
$100 - Veronica Leach

TV Raffle: Tena Zielinski
Trove #1: Fran August
Trove #2: Ruthane Edinger
* A list of all major prizes are posted at the church entrances.

POLISH HYMNALS
At one time, St. Stan’s was in possession of a number of green-colored Polish/English hymnals entitled, “The Glory of God/Chała Boża.” They have slowly disappeared over the years. If you know the whereabouts of any of them, please return them to the church or the parish office.

Holy Trinity Parish Community

“It is therefore
a holy and wholesome thought
to pray for the dead,
that they may be
loosed from sins.”
- 2 Maccabees 12:46

MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, October 12th - John Lanuha (Daughter, Lillian Family)
Sunday, October 13th - For the People of Holy Trinity Parish (Pro Populo)
Monday, October 14th - Mass at Saint Stanislaus
Tuesday, October 15th - Norbert Ropelewski (Sue & Jerry Verga)
Wednesday, October 16th - NO MASS
Thursday, October 17th - The Poor Souls in Purgatory
Friday, October 18th - Msgr. John D. Daniszewski
Saturday, October 19th - For the People of Holy Trinity Parish (Pro Populo)
Sunday, October 20th - Walter Kubinski (Marty Connelly)

Liturgical Ministers Schedule (October 19 & 20)
Lectors
5:00PM - Joan Rowland
10:00 AM - Michele Koszegi
Eucharistic Ministers
5:00PM - Dave Thiemann & Susan Trochowski
10:00AM - Edie Luniewski, Len Sebastian & Marcia Nitczynski
Altar Servers
5:00PM - Christopher Beres
10:00AM - Brooklyn LaZar & Roman Luniewski

The Sanctuary Lamp will burn this week in memory of Bob & Shirley Kempisty from Jack and Sandy Kempisty

Happy Birthday This Week To…
10/2 - Marcia Nitczynski, 10/4 - John Stano, 10/6 - Dan Loeffler & Ted Wardzinski, 10/10 - Cindy Pelkowski, 10/11 - Skip Ignaczak, 10/12 - Shirley Schultz, 10/13 - Micah Chernicky

Weekly Offering (October 6, 2019)
Regular Offertory $1,595.00 (51+/146 mailed)
Loose Cash $55.00
Total Offertory $2,013.00
Votive Candles $40.00
Mass Attendance: 5:00PM = 45 / 10:00AM = 88
This Week July 1 to date
Dream Goal $3,000.00 $30,000.00
Amount we need $2,365.00 $33,675.00
Amount Received $2,013.00 $30,973.00
Net over/under ($352.00) ($2,702.00)
Catholic Services Appeal (2019) As of October 14:
Pledges: $26,185.00
Paid: $23,955.00
Due: $2,230.00
Assessment: $12,421.00
*80 Families have contributed to the CSA

Zabawa “Thank You” Dinner
Wednesday, October 23rd at 6:00PM at the social center. Reservations need to be in by Friday, October 18th. Call the parish office to make your reservations (456.0671). We appreciate everyone who made ZABAWA 26 a remarkable success!

All Souls Day Remembrance - 2019
Flyers for this year’s annual All Souls Day remembrance are now available. Please complete and return them to the parish office by October 20th. Offerings included with your flyer will be used throughout the year so that Masses can be offered for the Poor Souls in Purgatory.

The 31 Club - Praying for Vocations
Deacon Tom Matusiak, 14) Julie Slomski,
15) Dorothy & Mead Carlson, 16) Corinne Dyakon, 17) Dave Slubowski, 18) Pearl Wisniewski, 19) Bill Dyakon, 20) Michael Skrzypczak

Marriage and Coffee
Shortly after tying the knot, a young married couple started arguing over who should make the coffee. Being a good Christian woman, the wife went to the scriptures for her answer. She said that the Bible specifically stated that men should be the ones to make the coffee. Puzzled, the husband asked her where in the Bible it said that. Very confidently, the wife opened up her Bible and said: “It’s right here — HEBREWS!”

A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE
Everyone has been where the lepers are in today’s gospel: they meant to thank Jesus for a blessing but, excited about being cured, they just didn’t ‘get around to it.’ We, too, get caught up in our own interests and fail to appreciate what we have, or what has been done for us. This week, take nothing for granted. Get around to thanking those who deserve your thanks.

MARRIAGE MOMENTS
Argument Tip #1: Many marital arguments escalate unnecessarily because of bad timing. Bad times include: when your spouse just arrives home from work, is sick, tired, or before sex. So, when is a good time? Talk about this together, but the answer can’t be “never.”

VILLA MARIA OPENHOUSE
Will be held on Sunday, October 27th from noon until 3:00PM. Guided tours of the school will include interactive classroom demonstrations, a hands-on look at the art and dance programs, advanced science experiments, information on how to graduate high school with a semester or more of college credits completed, access to Villa’s 3-D printers, dance studio, fitness center, student café, and more! Students in attendance will be entered in a drawing for discounts on tuition. Villa Maria Academy is located at 2403 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505. If you have any questions, please call 838-2061, extension 3239.

PRO-LIFE HOLY HOUR
October is “Pro-Life Month.” All are welcome as we join together to pray before the Blessed Sacrament for a greater respect for all human life. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed at Saint Stanislaus Church on Sunday, October 27th at 2:00PM. Special intentions will be offered for victims of sexual abuse, babies in the womb, the elderly, terminally ill persons, handicapped persons, our nation’s leaders, reparation for sins, those in danger of assisted suicide, victims of terrorism and war, and end to embryonic stem cell research and human cloning. This prayerful event is sponsored by Saint Stanislaus’s Pro-Life Community.

DIAPER DRIVE
The annual “Diaper Drive” will take place until October 27th. A box is located in the vestibule to be filled with any assortment of baby items.

THE FEAST OF SAINT HEDWIG
The Feast of Saint Hedwig is observed annually on October 16th. Our community will celebrate the feast day on Friday, October 11th. Mass will be offered at Saint Hedwig’s at 5:30PM. After Mass, please join us at the 3rd Street Falcons Club for a “Dutch Treat Dinner.” An offering will be taken for the upkeep of the property at Saint Hedwig’s.

FALL FESTIVAL
The annual fall festival at Sacred Heart Church takes place on October 13th from 11:00AM until 5:00PM. Chiavetta’s Chicken Dinners, as well as other delicious food items, will be on the menu. Please show your support for our neighboring parishes.

THE 25th ANNUAL ROSARY MARCH
The annual rosary march is scheduled to begin at 2:00PM on October 13th at Saint Peter Cathedral. For those unable to march, the rosary will also be recited inside the cathedral. Monsignor Edward Lohse will be the homilist. All are welcome to attend.

NEIGHBORHOOD MEAL
The Sisters of Saint Joseph are in need of desserts for their neighborhood meal scheduled on October 21st. Please bring your goodies to a weekend Mass, or you can drop them off between 2-3:00PM on Monday at the Nazareth Center on the Saint Stan’s campus.

LIVES OF THE SAINTS
Someone has reached out to us with a 1927 edition of “The Lives of the Saints” book. The book is printed in Polish and is elegantly illustrated. If you are interested in purchasing it for approximately $200, please call Saint Stan’s parish office and we will give you the seller’s contact information.

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY (OCTOBER 19-20)
Pope Francis invites the entire Church to support mission dioceses around the world where priests and religious serve the world’s most vulnerable populations. Please be generous in next week’s collection for the Society of the Propagation of the Faith. In the words of Pope Francis: “Every man and woman is a mission; that is the reason for our life on this earth.”

THE MONTH OF OCTOBER
October is a month dedicated to praying the rosary. It is also “Respect Life” month. Pray the rosary with you family. Teach the rosary to your children. Pray for Mary’s intercession to bring an end to abortion and all other offences against human life.

AN ORGAN CONCERT, featuring Peter Knippel, will be held at 4:00PM on October 20th at the newly restored pipe organ at St. Patrick Church. The one hour concert is free and open to the public.

Sunday, Oct 13, 2019
TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
A grateful heart goes a long way
2 Kings 5:14-17; 2 Timothy 2:8-13; Luke 17:11- 19.
“Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?”
In a somewhat unscientific survey, Jesus noted that nine out of 10 people fail to be grateful even in circumstances of wonderful fortune. We might all take a lesson from A. A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh: “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” Our small hearts are capable of holding whatever we choose to store there: resentment or forgiveness; past injuries or present opportunities; envy for what others have or appreciation for all that is ours. The ability to be grateful is a sign of mental wellness.
Choose thankfulness.
Monday, Oct 14, 2019
MEMORIAL OF CALLISTUS I, POPE, MARTYR
To err is human
Romans 1:1-7; Luke 11:29-32.
“This generation is an evil generation;
it seeks a sign, but no sign will be given it.”
Callistus was a pope who was once a slave—and made some mistakes in his life, including losing his master’s money, running away to avoid punishment, and brawling with debtors. It’s only natural that he would have a forgiving nature toward sinners, for which he was sharply criticized by his enemies and eventually martyred. During this Respect Life Month, remember Callistus as we pray for the abolishment of the death penalty, which our bishops teach is an affront to the inviolability of life and the dignity of the human person.
Tuesday, Oct 15, 2019
MEMORIAL OF TERESA OF JESUS, VIRGIN, DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH
The soul has boundless capacity
Romans 1:16-25; Luke 11:37-41.
“But as to what is within, give alms, and behold,
everything will be clean for you.”
When religion consisted mostly of externals and clergy were the only intermediaries to God, Teresa directed attention within, saying “We are not hollow inside;” the soul’s amplitude could never be exaggerated. A “late bloomer,” she reformed the Carmelites, wrote The Interior Castle, danced gracefully around the Inquisition, and became the first woman doctor of the church. Spend a few minutes thinking of yourself in Teresa’s metaphor, as a beautiful castle, the dwelling for a good Sovereign at the very center.
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2019
MEMORIAL OF MARGARET MARY ALACOQUE, VIRGIN
Love compels us
Romans 2:1-11; Luke 11:42-46.
“But there will be glory, honor and peace
for everyone who does good.”
Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque was a 17th-century sister often “visited by the presence of God.” Those who experience divine visions tend to have their detractors and Margaret Mary did indeed face criticism from other sisters and some priests. Nonetheless, she developed a devotion to Jesus’ Sacred Heart that the church practices even today. While some may think of this devotion as contemplation of an image of the Sacred Heart, it actually encourages active imitation of Jesus’ unconditional love and mercy for every human being. Look for a way today to imitate that Divine love.

Thursday, Oct 17, 2019
The ending of poverty must always be with us
Romans 3:21-30; Luke 11:47-54.
“You have taken away the key of knowledge. You yourselves did not enter and you stopped those trying to enter.”
Today is International Day for the Eradication of Poverty,
inspired by Father Joseph Wresinski (1917-88). Born into poverty himself, he became a priest, served those in emergency housing in France, and started an international movement to fight poverty in collaboration with the poor themselves. His goal was to unite everyone, in all walks of life, around those in extreme poverty. In the words of United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, “Let us remember that ending poverty is not a matter of charity,
but a question of justice.”
Friday, Oct 18, 2019
FEAST OF LUKE, EVANGELIST
Eat, drink, and be Jesus
2 Timothy 4:10-17b; Luke 10:1-9.
“Stay in the same house and eat and drink
what is offered to you.”
Jesus may have been the first foodie of the Christian era, at least according to the Gospel of Luke. Throughout the gospel, it seems Jesus is on his way to a meal, at a meal, or returning from a meal! His critics insulted him for this, calling him a glutton and a drunk. Luke highlights Jesus’ love of meals, not for the food, but because of his radical commitment to welcoming all to the table. No one was excluded, no one went hungry. It was a place where Jesus could teach the people and share life and nourishment with them.
How is the table a place of hospitality in your life?
Saturday, Oct 19, 2019
MEMORIAL OF JOHN DE BRÉBEUF AND ISAAC JOGUES, MARTYRS
Witness with respect
Romans 4:13, 16-18; Luke 12:8-12.
“Everyone who acknowledges me before others
the Son of Man will acknowledge before the angels of God.”
John de Brébeuf had a singular talent for languages and spent much of his time with the Huron people learning theirs, from his arrival to what was then part of “New France” in present-day Canada in 1625 to his martyrdom in 1649. He spent years studying the native language and culture and translating as best he could between two very different worldviews and sets of beliefs. Though the record of missionaries to the “New World” (“new” to them, that is) is a mixed one, we can honor the memory of those who with sincere hearts tried to communicate the love of Christ to people in language they could understand.