April 20, 2008~Bulletin

1^ST EUCHARIST CHOIR REGISTRATION

It's that time again to recruit students in grades 3 through 8 to sing in the 1^st Eucharist Choir. The one rehearsal is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, from 2:30 to 4:30. The group celebration of 1^st Eucharist is Saturday, May 3. This would involve a time commitment from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for those who join the choir. Please contact Sr. Pat Baker as soon as possible, either directly or by phone, to register for the choir. The registration deadline is Monday, April 21.

AQUINAS GUILD MAY MEETING

The Aquinas Guild will hold a "high tea" on Wednesday, May 7, at their last meeting of the season. It will begin at noon in the Pastoral Center with an assortment of croissant and tea sandwiches, fruits and pastries on the menu. The day will include an informative presentation by Laura Kacy on the history and etiquette of tea and its health benefits. Members are welcome to bring guests but reservations are required. The cost is $15 per person. To make a reservation, send your check, payable to the Aquinas Guild, to Eleanor Liberatore, 18 Fourth Street, Aspinwall, PA 15215. Deadline for reservations is May 2. If you have any questions, please call 412-782-1581.

CENTRAL CATHOLIC HONOR ROLL

Congratulations to the following young men who are parishioners of St. Scholastica Parish. They have attained honor roll status at Central Catholic High School:

High Honors: Phillip Ferguson, Charles Kerr, John Leech, Ryan Martini, Daniel Parker.

Honors: Charles Burke, Patrick Burke, Grant Mellon, Jr.,

PLANNING YOUR SUMMER VACATION?

Be sure to include Camp "R" located in beautiful Laurel Hill State Park. Camp "R" is a co-ed residential camp operated by the Catholic Youth Association (CYA). Camp "R" is accredited by the American Camping Association. Please call 412-621-3343 for a brochure.

BULLETIN CONNECTION

Jesus asks a poignant question in today's Gospel: "Have I been with you for so long a time and you still do not know me, Philip?" We know we could each substitute our own names for Philip's and hear Jesus saying this to us! We can all identify with both Philip and Thomas today, for they are both befuddled by what Jesus has said to them. Their questions are poignant, too: "Where are you going? Show us what you mean." You'll notice that Jesus doesn't answer his disciples' questions very clearly or offer point-by-point explanations. This passage begins with his statement, "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me." Right after this, both Thomas and Philip ask troubled questions. Jesus replies with the same admonition he started with: "Have faith. Believe in me." Our troubled questions arise the same way as the questions in this passage. We think we need more information, a better map for the journey, a better definition of God. Jesus answers simply: "Believe in me."

VOICES FROM SCRIPTURE:

THE PROPHET AMOS

A solitary stranger interrupts a solemn religious service at the royal temple in Bethel during the reign of King Jeroboam of Israel. He proclaims that the service itself is worthless; it only angers God rather than pleasing Him. God wants something else. Some incident like this may lie behind the book of Amos. Join us this Sunday, April 20 at 10 a.m. in Marsico Library as we look at what we know of Amos and his message, a message that is as pointed for us as it was for the scandalized people at the service in Bethel long ago. A second session will take place on Wednesday, 4/23, at 10 a.m., also in Marsico Library.

CATHOLIC CONVERSATIONS—

BILL DEASY

"Catholic Conversations" is a monthly series that aims for informative, lively, and interactive talk on subjects related to faith. Our next guest is Bill Deasy, a Pittsburgh-based singer, songwriter, and novelist. Bill was lead vocalist for the Gathering Field in the 1990s before launching a solo career. He is beginning a new collaboration called Thomas Jefferson's Aeroplane. His songs feature a number of spiritual themes which include embracing life, the possibility of redemption,and how easy it is to put redemption off. We will talk with Bill about his music and its meaning on Thursday evening, May 1, at 8:00 pm ) in the Pastoral Center. Adults and older teens are welcome to attend. There is no fee or registration. Please note that this is mainly a conversation rather than a performance.

MINISTRY OF PRAISE

In preparation for a new prayer list, we are inviting all parishioners to place their petitions for prayers in the "Ministry of Praise" boxes in the vestibules of the church. We use no last names. If you would like to pray, please write your name and address on paper and place the paper in the box. We will mail you a prayer list. We pray on our own time in our own homes at our own convenient times. We have no meetings. We just pray!

CONGRATULATIONS AND WELCOME TO

Reece Geoffrey Hankinson, son of Scott and Kristen Ruane Hankinson, who was initiated into the Church through the holy waters of baptism.

HELP WANTED

Aspinwall family looking for a part-time babysitter/nanny for one and two year old girls. Position is for the 2008-09 school year, Tues., Wed & Thursday. Call (412) 781-3004 for more information.

MAGNIFICAT PITTSBURGH

Ladies, join Magnificat Pittsburgh for the next joy-filled prayer breakfast on Sat., May 17 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Green Tree Holiday Inn. Hear speaker JAN TATE from the Archdiocese of New Orleans Spirituality Center. Jan is a trained spiritual director there and has been involved in a marriage preparation ministry with her husband for over 30 years. God has called Jan to serve Him by combining the two great passions in her life, her faith and her marriage. Jan will tell us about her faith journey and how God has put people in her path who have shaped her. The cost of the breakfast is $18.00. Registration deadline is May 9. For more information, see www.magnificatpittsburgh.org, call Kay at 724-772-6749 or Pam at 412-461-8906.

STEWARDSHIP FOR

April 13^th, 2008

Curr YTD

___Week YTD VAR__

Weekly Coll. $ 11,016 $196,847 $16,110

Holy Days 155 7,543 1,324

Parish Share 1,180 94,833 (1,079)

Renovations 560 14,215 n/a

2nd Coll./Other 8,787 716

Total $12,911 $322,225 $17,071

Saturday, Vigil of Fifth Sunday of Easter, April 19

6:00 pm Dominick Romanelli (Sandy Romanelli)

Sunday, Fifth Sunday of Easter, April 20

7:30 am For the Parishioners of St. Scholastica Parish

9:00 am Marietta Wolenter (Melissa Ehret)

11:00 am Manley Family (Welsh Family)

Monday, Easter Weekday, April 21

8:30 am Mr & Mrs Denton Rose

(Richard & Barbara Fisher)

Tuesday, Easter Weekday, April 22

8:30 am Fr. Joseph Duchene (Welsh Family)

Wednesday, Easter Weekday, April 23

8:30 am Roy Childs (Family)

Thursday, Easter Weekday, April 24

8:30 am Thomas Tuladzieck

(Marlene & John Yasinsky)

Friday, St. Mark, April 25

8:30 am Raymond H. Smith (Wife, Mary)

Saturday, Easter Weekday, April 26

9:00 am Jean Stewart (Mary Ellen & Jack Maher)

Saturday, Vigil of Sixth Sunday of Easter, April 26

6:00 pm Edmund Fritz (Fritz Family)

Presider: Fr. Duch

Sunday, Sixth Sunday of Easter, April 27

7:30 am Noonan Family (Daughter)

Presider: Fr. Duch

9:00 am Dr. J. Edward Ricketts (The Ricketts Family)

Presider: Fr. Sean Hogan

11:00 am Jon Smith (Family)

Presider: Fr. Duch

SACRAMENTS

INFANT BAPTISM is celebrated at noon on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Please make arrangements with the parish secretary at least 2 weeks prior to the desired date.

ADULT BAPTISM The R.C.I.A. program sees to the needs of adults who wish to become Catholic. Call the pastor for information.

RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) is celebrated on Saturday, after 9:00 a.m. Mass and after Saturday evening Mass, and also by appointment.

EUCHARISTIC LITURGY SCHEDULE:

Weekday Masses: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Saturday Morning - 9:00 a.m.

Weekend Masses: Saturday Evening 6:00 p.m.

Sunday - 7:30, 9:00, 11:00

HOLY EUCHARIST is available for those who are sick and confined to home. Call the parish office and we will bring the Eucharist to you.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK is available for those who are chronically or seriously ill. Call the parish office. A service for Anointing of the Sick will be conducted annually.

MARRIAGE Anyone who wishes to marry should contact the pastor at least six months prior to the desired date. Anyone who is married in a civil ceremony and wishes to sacramentalize the marriage should contact the pastor. Anyone planning to celebrate their 25th or 50th anniversary should contact the parish office well in advance of the desired date.

HOLY ORDERS Please call the pastor if you feel you might be called to the priesthood or the diaconate.

NEW PARISHIONERS ARE MOST WELCOME! Please call the pastor. He would like to welcome you.

INACTIVE CATHOLICS Baptized Catholics who have not been practicing their faith are most welcome to return to the Church. Please call the pastor at your convenience.

PARISH PHONE NUMBER: 412-781-0186

Extension

Business Office 10

Rev. Robert G. Duch, Ph.D. Pastor 14

Sr. Patricia Baker, C.D.P.

Director of Music/Bereavement

Patbakercdp@saintscholastica.com 17

Mr. Andrew Bechman, M.Ed.

Director of Adult Religious Education 18

Sr. Kathleen Kelly, S.S.N.D.

Director of C.C.D. 19

Mrs. Jamie Dillon, M.S., M.A., R.R.T.

Director of Catholic Youth Ministry

jamiedillon@comcast.net 20

Sr. Marilyn Hoeing, O.S.F.

Parish Outreach

Marilynhoeingosf@saintscholastica.com 22

Website Address: www.saintscholastica.com

E-mail address: parish@saintscholastica.com

Christ The Divine Teacher Catholic Academy 412-781-7927

Mr. John Marino - Principal

E-mail address: CDTCA@nauticom.net

To schedule use of pastoral center, call 412-781-0186 x10

To schedule use of school & gym facilities, call

412-781-7927

Hearing Devices Available in the Sacristy