Mission Statement: “We are called through Baptism to lead a Holy Life and spread the Good News of Jesus Christ…”
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Most Blessed Sacrament
610-845-2460
www.mbsbally.org
610 Pine Street, Bally PA
Pastor: Father Adam Sedar
Email: [email protected]
www.allentowndiocese.org
SACRAMENT OF
RECONCILIATION
“Hosanna to
the Son of
David;
blessed is He
who comes in
the name of
the Lord;
hosanna in the
highest.”
Matt
21:
1-11
CONFESSIONS:
Tuesday 6:00-6:30 pm.
Saturday 3:15-4:00pm.
MBS
Parishioners
Holy Thursday April 13
Morning Prayer—8:00 AM
Mass of the Lord’s Supper—7:00 PM
Adoration until 10:00 PM
Holy Hour —10:00 PM
Please join your
parish family for the
entire
Easter Triduum
Divine Office of Tenebrae—9 AM
Confessions 10:00 AM—11:00 AM
Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion—3:00 PM
Stations of Cross—7:00 PM
See the schedule to
the left.
Good Friday April 14
Hosanna!
Holy Saturday April 15
Morning Prayer—8:00 AM
Blessing of Foods—Noon
Easter Vigil Mass 8:00 PM
(Note - No morning Mass or 4:30 PM Mass)
Easter Sunday April 16
Masses—6:00; 7:30; 10:15 AM
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To all our visiting
Guests...
Know you are most
welcome at MBS!
You can register as a
parishioner online at
our website
www.mbsbally.org
PRAYFUL INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
MASS INTENTIONS
MONDAY APRIL 10
8:00 AM—Pete Fronheiser, by Loretta
TUESDAY APRIL 11
8:00 AM—Paul T. Kelsch, by Anne
10:45 AM—Paschal Gehringer
WEDNESDAY APRIL 12
8:00 AM—Michael & Anna Sain by their Estate
HOLY THURSDAY APRIL 13
7 PM—Fr. Schneider, Fr. Bally and all the Deceased
Priests of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish
FRIDAY APRIL 14
3 PM—Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion
SATURDAY APRIL 15
8 PM—People of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish
SUNDAY APRIL 16
6:00 AM—Blodwyn Smith, by Her Family
7:30 AM—George Melcher & Parents, by Beverly
Melcher
10:15 AM—For the Deceased Members of the Reers &
Fronheiser Families, by The Ed Fronheiser Family
Sunday April 9, 2017 Readings:
Reading 1: IS 50: 4-7
Reading 2: PHIL 2: 6-11
Gospel: MATT 26:14—27:66
ROSARY GUILD
Tuesday morning 8:30 AM in
Fr. Schneider Hall.
LEGION OF MARY Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM.
Mon:
Tue:
Wed:
Thu:
Fri:
Sat:
Sun:
PRAY FOR OUR PRIESTS
April 10
April 11
April 12
April 13
April 14
April 15
April 16
Father Robert Wiesenbaugh
Father George Williams
Father George Winne
Father Robert Yankevitch
Msgr. Daniel Yenushosky
Deceased priests
Msgr. Vincent York
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Every Tuesday of the year from
12:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Please Pray
for the
following
members
who are in the Active Military serving
our Country.
ISSN Keith Essig
SGT Jeffrey Ferry
CPT. Kevin Bergan
SGT Brad Kline
USMC 2nd Lt. Peter C. Fisher
SPC Daniel Saylor
CPL Matt Renner
PSC Derrick Avant
SPC Michael Greaves
SGT Vince Sodano
Chief Noah W. Ziegler
MAJ Jeremy Bushyager
SGT Eddie Pierce,
Airman 1st Class Jordan C. Garcia
CAPT Justin Knepp
PFC Sam S. Myers
Lt. 1st Class Heather Cupitt
Airman Jimmy McGlory
Staff SGT Eric J. Crews
PVT Nathaniel Walters
Sr. Airman Anthony Lucarelli
MAJ Michael O’Kane
SSG Antonio Rivera
Airman 1st Class Andrew Gerard
PVT Daniel Walters
Sr. Airman Michael Viola
Douglas Philip Murray
Sr. Airman J.T. Walters
Lt. Justin Hazlett
MSTR SGT Jason Robbins
CPT Tylara Romero
2nd LT Konrad Thaler
Midshipman Piper Thaler
David Stavish, Capt USN,
Joseph Stavish, Cdr USN,
SPC James O’ Connor.
PLEASE LET US KNOW IF ANY OF THOSE
LISTED HERE ARE NOT ACTIVE MILITARY.
PLEASE... Call Parish Office! Thank you!
Prayer:
“Lord, hold our troops in Your loving hands.
Protect them as they protect us. Bless them
and their families for the selfless acts that they
perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in
the name of Jesus, our Lord & Savior. Amen.”
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Father Adam’s Corner
Stewardship
Fiscal Year July 2016 —June 2017
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK:
Today we enter once more the holiest week of the
year, made so by the Church’s celebration of the Paschal Mystery of our Lord. Our focus begins
today with the reading of the Passion. We know of
these sacred events because of those witnesses, who
through the work of the Holy Spirit, have made them
known. The first witnesses were of course the
Apostles and Mary Magdalene, the “apostle to the
apostles” , who brought to them the message of the
risen Christ. Later would come the powerful
witness of St. Paul of Tarsus, who saw the risen Lord
and believed. To this would be added those who may
not have been eyewitness but who heard the message
of the gospel from them and believed and then gave
their own testimony, these are the martyrs of the early
Church and the first centuries of persecution. In his
Easter message for 1998, Pope Saint John Paul II
spoke of this testimony to the crucified and risen
Christ, which has continued in the life of the Church
from generation to generation.
Weekend of March 25& 26 2017
Wkly. offering necessary for Budget……$10,317.48
Actual Weekly Offering ………............... $9,760.00
Net Weekly Shortage…………………….-$548.48
YTD Budget Offering…………………$412,699.48
YTD Actual Offering Income………… $396,606.00
YTD Shortage………………………….-$16,093.48
Did You Know?
That in both Catholic and Protestant traditions, Joseph is
regarded as the patron saint of workers and fathers.
Pope Pius XI declared him to be both the patron and
the protector of the Catholic Church, in addition to
his patronages of the sick and of a happy death, due
to the belief that he died in the presence of Jesus and
Mary. YOU CAN LOOK IT UP!
Question: How do we know that St. Peter, our first
Pope, was married?
Last Week’s Answer: Who broke away from the
The Holy Father proclaimed: “Some have been
witnesses even to the shedding of their blood and,
thanks to them, the Church has continued on her way,
also amid harsh persecutions and obstinate rejection.
On the strength of this unending testimony the Church
has grown, and is now spread throughout the world.
Today is the feast of all witnesses; including those of
our own century, who have proclaimed Christin the
midst of the "great tribulation" (Rev 7:14),confessing
his death and resurrection in the concentration camps
and the gulags, under the threat of bombs and guns,
amid the terror unleashed by the blind hatred which
has tragically engulfed individuals and whole nations.
Today they come from the great tribulation and sing
the glory of Christ: in him, rising from the shadows of
death, life has been made manifest.”
To this great company of witnesses we are called to
add our voices. To do this we, too, must meet and
know the crucified and risen Christ. The liturgies of
Holy Week and Easter provide for us the most beautiful and fitting way to do just that, to be united with
Him in His passion and know Him in the joy of His
risen life. Renewed through this Holy week we can
then add our witness to the great company of saints
who continue to sing His praise as they now behold
the glory that is His.
Church first: Martin Luther, John Calvin or Henry
VIII starting the Protestant Reformation? Martin
Luther in 1517 broke from the Church.
Catholic Quiz: Answers from last week
1. The Church not being able to ordain women to the
priesthood is a doctrine of the faith.
A. True Encyclical Ordinatio Sacerdotalis in 1994 by
Pope John Paul II clarified that Jesus chose only men
as His apostles, thus no grounds to change this.
2. Priestly celibacy is a doctrine of the faith that cannot
be changed by the Church.
A. True: Even married priests in the Eastern Rite of the
Church follow celibacy if their wives die before they
do.
3. There are 7 holy days of obligation in the United
States.
B. False. There are 6 by Canon 1246 Holy Days of
Obligation in USA. Jan 1 Solemnity of Mary,
Ascension Thursday, Aug 15—Assumption of Mary,
Nov 1—All Saints, Dec 8—Immaculate Conception,
Dec 25—Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
4. Rosaries, relics, medals, crucifixes, scapulars are all
examples sacramentals.
A. True
5. Which of the following is NOT a gift of the Holy
Spirit received at Confirmation?
Wisdom, Counsel, Patience or Fortitude?
Patience, although a gift many of us pray for, is NOT a
gift of the Holy Spirit received at Confirmation!
Peace- Father Adam
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Youth Group (7th-12th Grades)
St. Francis Academy
UPCOMING EVENTS!
MARK YOU CALENDARS!!
Mission Trip
There are NO student spots left for our Mission Trip to
Dover, DE June 18th-June 24th. This is a week long trip
that will help our teens learn to be servants of God by
helping others in need and we are full!!
We thank everyone who has signed up for this wonderful
experience...a spiritual experience of a lifetime. We are
positive these teens will come home...changed. Jesus said,
“Whatever you do for the least of my brothers and
sisters...you do for me.” This is what they will be doing;
helping the least, utilizing their talents; being true stewards
of Our Lord Jesus Christ. We expect lots of pictures!!
Holy Week Mission 2017
DARE TO LOVE
Who? 7th-12th graders
What? Holy Week Mission
Where? St. Columbkill parish, Chestnut Knoll, Various
parishes around the area.
When? Wednesday, April 12th- 7:00pm Commissioning of
Missionaries at Mass
Thursday, April 13th to Saturday, April 15th- Spend 2
nights at church while praying for others, participating in
many of the parish's Holy Week services/Masses; Serving
the elderly at Chestnut Knoll and learning to love one another, ourselves and Jesus!
Come back for the Great Easter Vigil- we will end our
Mission with a celebration after the Vigil.
How much? Registration fee is $10.00.
Please register by going to:
http://stcolumbkill.org/holy-week-mission.com
Altar Servers April 13 thru 16
Apr 13
Holy Thursday Mass 7 p.m.
Matthew & Giana Graczyk - Jaime & Jennifer Wilkinson
668 Pine Street
Bally, PA
www.sfabally.org
April 11 – School Liturgy 10:45
CYO Track for K thru Gr. 2
April 12 – Early Dismissal 12:00
*Registration for 2017-2018 school year is ongoing for PreKindergarten, Full Day Kindergarten and Grades 1-8.
*Please call the school or visit our website,
www.sfabally.org, for more information.
*Plastic Cash Sales through school on Mon., Wed., and Fri.
and at all MBS Sunday masses.
NO sales on Easter Sunday.
*Please do not put any kind of cardboard in the paper recycling bins behind the school. Thank you.
*Please continue to send in Box Tops and Redners Save-aTapes (send in the entire tape).
Mandated Reporter LIVE Traing-Allentown Diocese
As a follow-up to the Mandated Reporter Training Policy,
for those individuals at your location who do not have access to a computer to complete the course, the Diocese of
Allentown will be hosting training sessions. The Diocese’s
in-person training sessions are the Pennsylvania Family
Support Alliance Trainings approved by the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania. The Live 3-Hour long training sessions
will be held at the locations and times stated below:
April 25th – St Columbkill Boyertown PA 5:30PM-8:30 PM
Register by April 20th There is a fee of $5.00 for each person To register, please contact Ruth Davis at 610.332.0442
(x16) Mail your $5.00 check or money order payable to the
Diocese of Allentown to:
Office of Safe Environment
2145 Madison Ave.
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Youth Joke of the Week
Apr 14
Tenebrae 9 a.m.
Annika Snyder
Lord’s Passion 3 p.m.
Marlena Agricoli – Anna King - Olivia Campbell
Stations of the Cross 7 p.m.
Devon, Tyler & Brayden Richard
Joey arrived at Sunday PREP class late. His teacher knew
that Joey was usually very punctual and that his mom had
him there every Sunday, so she asked him if anything
was wrong. Joey said no, that he had been going fishing
but his dad told him that he needed to go to church.
Apr 15
Easter Vigil Mass 8 p.m.
Philip & Thomas Heid -Robert Houk -Anna King -Marlena
Agricoli
Apr 16
Easter Sunday Masses
6:00 am Volunteer
7:30 am Matthew & Gianna Graczyk - Ryan Willing
10:15 am The Maloney Family
St. Francis
Academy
His teacher was very impressed and asked the lad if his
dad had explained to him why it was more important to
go to church than to go fishing? Joey replied, 'Yes he did.
Dad said he didn't have enough bait for both of us.'
And St. Peter the Fisherman was smiling!
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Parish News and Events
Ministries & Organizations
FISH FRY NEWS
Fish Fry Leftovers:
If there are any left overs they will be sold Sunday after the
10:15 Mass from the carnival building. Thank you!!!
Margaret and Chris.
If you are interested in taking the used oil after each fish
fry, call at 610-248-2171.
EASTER EGG HUNT
The Annual Egg Hunt will be held
on April 23 after the 10:15 mass. Infants thru teens are invited.
Volunteers are needed to fill the eggs and to help at the egg hunt.
Donations of plastic eggs are greatly needed plus the goodies filling the eggs such as; individual wrapped candy, prizes, prize baskets, individual snack packs, sport drinks and juice boxes. Drop
off donations in bin found in the vestibule of church or for
pick-up call Cindy at 267-377-9948.
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PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN WORKSHOP
Protecting God’s Children Workshop on Saturday, April 22, 2017
at 9:00 AM at St. Columbkill. Anyone who deals with children
(Scout leaders, catechists, Bible School teachers, etc.) must attend
a workshop one time. Call 610-367-2371.
SFA Alums—Plans are starting for an alumni dinner and we
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Representatives of the Knights of Columbus will be available,
after all the Masses, to answer your questions about the
start-up of a New Council at our Parish. All Practicing
Catholic men over 18 years of age are invited to join us for
our open house on April 23rd from 12p.m. to 1 p.m.
SPRING CLEANOUT
SFA Spring Used Clothing Drive will be held Saturday,
April 29th from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, in the school
parking lot. Any questions please call Megan at 610730-5441 or email [email protected].
HOLY LAND COLLECTION
Pope Francis has asked our parish to support the Good Friday
Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. Your
support helps the Church minister in parishes, provide
Catholic schools and offer religious education. The Pontifical
Good Friday Collection also helps preserve the sacred shrines.
When you contribute to the Pontifical Good Friday
Collection, you become an instrument of peace. Please be
generous! For more information about Christians in the Holy
Land, visit www.myfranciscan.org/good-friday.
want to know what dates work. Here are three days: April
22, May 6, and May 20. Would you prefer a brunch, lunch or
evening meal? Send your choice to [email protected].
Include your contact information. Or call SFA at 610-845-7364
SACRAMENTAL LIFE
MASS CARDS
Please contact Deacon Murphy at 610-845-7364
Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession
Tuesday evenings 6:00 —6:30 PM.
Saturday 3:15 – 4 PM.
Sacrament of Baptism:
To schedule a mass please stop by the Rectory office Monday – Friday
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
SAINT VINCENT De PAUL
Please continue to pray for the many requests listed in Our Book
of Intentions.
Sacrament of Matrimony:
Arrangements must be made a minimum of 6 months in advance. All Couples must participate in the Marriage Prep
Program.
PARISH STAFF
Pastor - Father Adam Sedar
Deacons - Thomas J. Murphy & Mike Boyle
Administrative Assistant - Cindy Repko
Financial Secretary - Sue Nitroy
Parish School, St. Francis Academy Deacon Thomas J. Murphy, Headmaster
Preschool Teacher—Susan Stroud
Director of Religious Edn - Deacon Murphy
RCIA Coordinator—Deacon Murphy
PARISH STAFF
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Youth Ministry - Heather Shainline:
[email protected]
Adult Choir - Rob Zambanini
Youth Choir—Fred Carr
Diocesan Victim Assistance Coord.
Wendy S Krisak, MA, NCC, LPC
Direct Line 800-791-9209
Diocesan Safe Environment Coord. - Sr. Meg
Cole, SSJ,MS.LMFT, 610-332-0442, ext. 19