Saint Ursula Parish
 3937 Kirk Avenue * Allison Park * Pennsylvania * 15101

Mission Statement - We, the parish community of St. Ursula, guided by the Holy Spirit, are called to continue the mission of Jesus Christ. We dedicate ourselves to the fulfillment of this mission by committing to use our varied and abundant gifts to serve the Lord and one another through worship, faith formation, and education. Centered in Christ, nurtured by the Eucharist, our covenant is to extend Christ's peace and compassion to all.
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May 13, 2012 Sixth Sunday of Easter



TODAY'S READINGS
 First Reading -- The gift of the Holy Spirit was poured out on the Gentiles also (Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48).
Psalm -- The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power (Psalm 98).
Second Reading -- Let us love one another, because love is of God (1 John 4:7-10) or 1 John 4:11-16.
Gospel -- This is my commandment: love one another as I love you (John 15:9-17) or Jn 17:11b-19.



Please pray for those who serve our country: Ross Browning, Anthony J. Bruno, Jr., James Carr, Vincent Carr, Jr., Dan Flatley, Danny Kachmar, Steven Schaefer, Chris Schneider, Nick Schneider, Riley Schneider, Todd Thomas, Mike Pallatto, Gabriele D'Achille, Drew Schaub, Mark Paine, Brendan Negle, Michael Lex, , Thomas Adams, Brooke Thompson, Christopher Thompson, Nathan O'Neil, Keith Heindl, Patrick Ruefle, Anthony Bates, Christopher Bates, Danyiel Taylor, Matthew Lazan, David Stiehler, Colin Moriarity, Clif Hryadil, Matthew Kalin, Gerard Larotonda, Joseph Kline, Kevin Krakosky, Doug Thompson.



Peg Burlett, Conrad Carney, Gertrude and Bob Gabert, M. Gloria Grau, Judy Brown, Faith Evans, Bernice & Walter Kukawa, Nancy Buettner, Ray Maharsky, Mary Margaret Sullivan, Ernest Bold, Rosemary Casselman, Donna Kitzman, Marlene & George Gibson, Irene Ambrose, Emagene Surman, Norma Stiehler, Eileen Hoyle, Joe Glinka, Joan Hinnebusch, Marcella Tegethoff, Valerie Smith, Dolores Walter, Scheuer Family, Joseph Rudzki, Vera L'Abbe, Brian Polito, Kathy Jacobs, Jim Caulfield, Marcia Schnauffer, Caeden Bigler, Rosie Felice, Therese Hursen, George Neelan, Dorothy & Jim Szymanski, Shirley Morrison, Irma Riehl, Ken Sarver, Sr., Rose Marie Pendziwiater, John Galioto, Delia Roche, Richard Jedlicka, Olga Jedlicka, Kirby Wilson, Vincent Pampena, Bill Kodrowsky, Eric Bortz, Charlotte Bossong, Thomas O'Neill.


             THE SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND
      5/19/20 WILL BE FOR CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
 The proceeds from this single collection will be divided among four causes:

A. The Catholic Relief Services Collection is an important opportunity to express Christian compassion and generosity. The collection theme, Jesus in Disquise, reminds us of the presence of Christ in every one of our brothers and sisters in need. Funding from this collection provides the foundation of support for the work of six major Catholic agencies working on international relief and development, immigration services and resettlement, advocacy for the poor, peace, reconciliation and justice.
B. The Collections to Aid the Church in Central and Eastern Europe promotes and supports the pastoral work of the church in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe tarnished by generations of religious persecution before the fall of Communism. Proceeds from this collection go directly to support seminaries, social service programs, youth ministry, pastoral centers, church restoration and the spreading of the Gospel message through the mass media.
C. The Collection for the Church in Latin America goes directly to support the work of pastoral projects in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. By contributing to this fund we are actively participating in the work of solidarity with our brothers and sisters throughout the American hemisphere.
D. The Collection for the Church in Africa, the fastest growing part of the Universal Church, assists most vulnerable members of our family faith. The Church in Africa faces tremendous challenges including the preva- lence of HIV/AIDS, war-torn countries, extreme poverty and rapid population growth.

CHRISTIAN MOTHERS -- Please join us on May 17th, 2012 at 7:30 pm in Church for Mass. Following Mass, we will meet in the school for a social and installation of new members.

THE PRESENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT -- We have a unique episode in the Acts of the Apostles today. A whole roomful of people are baptized with the Holy Spirit before they are baptized with water! The verb used--"the Holy Spirit 'fell' on them" (Acts 10:44)--is characteristic of the way the Spirit works throughout the book of Acts: powerful and surprising. Though this "baptism" is not the normative way the New Testament describes baptism, it is still a good reminder today that the Holy Spirit is not controlled by whether or not we pour water, but rather that our sacramental signs reveal the presence of the Spirit at work among us. And we have a double reinforcement of how this work is accomplished from a Letter and a Gospel bearing John's name. It is love, self-sacrificing and self-giving love, that manifests the Spirit of Jesus in our midst. It is love that is the greatest of commandments. The Spirit is manifested equally through those who live in that love.                     Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

FLEATIQUE -- St. Bonaventure PTG invites you to their annual Fleatique Sale, Saturday, May 19th, from 8-Noon, Newmeyer Hall (below St. Bonaventure Church). Browse a selection of household goods, furniture items, appliances, tools, garden accessories, children's clothing and toys, sporting goods, and more.

"DUQUESNEFEST" -- Duquesne University's largest open house event, DuquesneFest, will be held this summer on Sunday, June 24, 2012 beginning at 8:00 am. This exciting day is fun for Fall 2012 high school seniors to learn more about the University. Register with Duquesne's Office of admissions at 412-396-6222 or online at www.duq.edu/ admissions.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Jn 15:9-17
Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Jn 16:5-11
Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 -- 18:1; Jn 16:12-15
Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13
[1-7, 11-13]; Mk 16:15-20 (for Ascension);
Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Jn 16:20-23
Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Jn 16:23b-28
Sunday: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26; Ps 103;
1 Jn 4:11-16; Jn 17:11b-19




May 12, 2012


Samantha Alexander
Faith Benson
Owen Cirlingione
Joseph Connell
Mia Conte
Alaina Fischer
Rian Fitzpatrick
Matthew Fitzpatrick
Henry Hughes
Emily Janosko
Douglas Joseph
David Kondraciuk
 Adam Larson
Teagen McTighe
Nicholas Mote
Michael Nipper
James Pahler
Katie Pham
Dylan Sampson
Matthew Scholl
Savannah Schultis
Morgan Texter
Annaliese Weiss


                 Congratulations to all of the above
            and to the Priests, Parents and Teachers.

If you know of a family member or any fellow parishioner who would like to receive the Eucharist or would like a parish visitor during this joyous season of the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, please call Sr. Janice at the Rectory, 412-486-6700 ext 7.


Tuesday, May 15, 2012

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Beginning at 9:00 AM
and Concluding
With Benediction
With the Blessed Sacrament
at 12:00 Noon

Could you not watch
one hour with me?



Building a foundation that will last a lifetime. Visit the school Website at www.stursulaschool.org to learn more or call the school office at 412-486-5511 to schedule a tour.





HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY -- We appreciate and love our moms (and dads) at St. Ursula School. We held a tea for the woman and their students on May 4 and celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week. Volunteers planned treats, sweets, prizes and a luncheon for our teachers and staff. Thanks to Jill Hamlin for coordinating the special week.

RUN INTO SUMMER --
St. Ursula Festival 5K Fun Run and Family Walk --
Saturday, May 26, 9 am - Pie Traynor in North Park
Register online or by mail at www.stursulaschool.org/Fundraising.htm
Or Register on Race Day at Harmar Grove at 7:30 am.
Pre-Registration Fees - $20 for adults, $15 for children under 18 and $60 family registration.
Race Day Registration $25 for adults and $20 for children under 18
Children in strollers ride free!
All proceeds benefit St. Ursula School and Parish
Winners in Each Age Group,
Timing Service & Plenty of Food and Fun

SHOPPING CERTIFICATE SALES -- Shopping certificates are available weekdays in the school office and at all weekend masses. Please use this program to shop (using the cards) or to give as gifts. If you work for, or own, a business that gives out gifts cards consider St. Ursula as the place to purchase them. We have a gift card that will satisfy everyone on your list. Thank your for your continued support of this valuable source of income for our parish.




              ST. URSULA
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL --
      June 24 - 29, 2012
        9:00 am to Noon
Don't allow us to
      RUN ON AUTOPILOT!
Won't you help Vacation Bible School get off the ground!
Planning begins, Monday, May 14 at 6:30 pm in Room 11. (Faith Formation Office) 6th Grade - Adult NEEDED on our team. See you there, and Remember:
                            "The Sky is the Limit!"


CONGRATULATIONS -- to the following students for achieving honor roll status at their respective school:
Aquinas Academy -- Cassandra Schuchert
                             Courtney Kwiatkowski


FAREWELL -- Please join the Parishioners of St. Catherine of Sweden Parish as we bid farewell to our pastor, Fr. Regis Farmer, on Sunday, May 20, 2012, beginning with the 11:00 am Mass. Following Mass, we will have a Picnic Open House until 4:00 pm in our Church Hall. Come and enjoy a Pig Roast, Picnic Foods, Games, Music, and much more as we say good-bye and thank you to Fr. Regis for eighteen wonderful years of his ministry with us.


             ST. URSULA FESTIVAL

                   May 28th - June 2

      ST. URSULA FESTIVAL SET-UP:

Please come to help set up the Festival Booths.
Work begins at 8:00 am on Saturday & Sunday. (May 19 - 20) and continues on Saturday & Sunday (May 26 & 27). Lunch will be served. This is a big job and any time you can give, a couple of hours, half day, all day, will be greatly appreciated. Call Bob Fagan for details, 412-519-8237. High School and College Students -- we need your help on this project. Community Service Credit can be earned.
Bring your Flea Market Items to the Lower Church Hall.

FESTIVAL RIDE TICKETS -- a limited number of discounted Festival Ride Tickets will be sold after masses the weekends of May 19 & 20 and May 26 & 27. Buy early -- save 50%.

FESTIVAL FLEA MARKET TIMES --
             Monday, May 28th       -- 5:00 pm
             Tuesday thru Saturday -- 6:00 pm

RIDES EACH EVENING -- 6:30 pm

FESTIVAL CHINESE AUCTION BASKETS are ready. Review their contents.