Saturday, Nov. 30
4:00 PM Daniel Bilak (40th Day) – Andrew & Florence Tomko
Sunday, Dec. 1 TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Thursday, Dec. 5
9:00 AM Beshada – Wife Ann Beshada
Saturday, Dec. 7 SUNDAY THE FEAST OF ST. ANN
Anointing of Holy Oil – Myrovania
4:00 PM Marie Drazba – Husband Charles Drazba & Family
Sunday, Dec. 8 SUNDAY THE FEAST OF ST. ANN
Anointing of Holy Oil – Myrovania
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
The Feast Day of St. Andrew
November 30
Andrew, like his brother Simon Peter, was a fisherman. He became a disciple of the great St. John the Baptist, but when John pointed to Jesus and said, “Behold the Lamb of God!” Andrew understood that Jesus was greater. At once he left John to follow the Divine Master. Jesus knew that Andrew was walking behind him, and turning back, he asked, “What do you seek?” When Andrew answered that he would like to know where Jesus lived, Our Lord replied, “Come and see.” Andrew had been only a little time with Jesus when he realized that this was truly the Messiah.
From then on, he chose to follow Jesus. Andrew was thus the first disciple of Christ. Next, Andrew brought his brother Simon (St. Peter) to Jesus and Jesus received him, too, as His disciple. At first the two brothers continued to carry on their fishing trade and family affairs, but later, the Lord called them to stay with Him all the time. He promised to make them fishers of men, and this time, they left their nets for good. It is believed that after Our Lord ascended into Heaven, St. Andrew went to Greece to preach the gospel. It is said he was put to death on a cross, to which he was tied, not nailed. He lived two days in that state of suffering, still preaching to the people who gathered around their beloved Apostle. Two countries have chosen St. Andrew as their patron – Russia and Scotland.
SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary Light is requested to burn this week, Nov. 30 – Dec.7 by Geri Kolotelo in memory of her mother Anna Kolotelo.
FLOWERS: Our thanks to Geri Kolotelo for her donation of flowers this week in memory of her mother Anna Kolotelo.
SING ALONG: YOU ARE INVITED to join Saints Peter & Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Parish for their 20th Annual Christmas Carol Sing Along in the church on North River Street in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Sunday, December 8th, 2013 starting at 2:00 PM. Join in the singing of some very sacred, joyful and inspiring Christmas Carols. Afterwards, please join us in the lower church hall for a Christmas fellowship social. Please being a friend or family member, and share the joy of Christmas with them, as we all prepare to welcome the Newborn Son of God into our hearts and homes.
PYROHY PROJECT: Monday, December 1st at 10:00 AM is the preparation of the potatoes, etc. Tuesday, December 2nd the Pyrohy making will begin at 8:00 AM and pick up for orders is any time after 10:30 AM. We are in much need of help and if you never came before now is the time to give a helping hand which will be greatly appreciated and contributing to your Church.
ALTAR CANDLES: A new chart is available for the monthly candles that burn at all services for a month. The Donation is $40 and your intention will be remembered either for a loved one, an occasion, good health or any other intention you may have to request.
THE SHROUD: Pamphlets and posters are being prepared for this special event of the Visitation of the Holy Shroud of Turin to be held March 2 – 15, 2014 in our Parish. Please remind all your friends, relatives and neighbors of this beautiful and spiritual occasion
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