January 11, 2026 A. D.
Khrystos Razhdayetsia! Slavyte Yeho!
January 11, 2026 A. D.
Saturday, January 10 SUNDAY AFTER THEOPHANY
4:00 PM God’s Blessings & Good Health for All Parishioners
Sunday, January 11 SUNDAY AFTER THEOPHANY
8:30 AM UBernard Sulzen & Family- Becker Family
Saturday, January 17 SUNDAY OF ZACCHEUS
4:00 PM God’s Blessings & Good Health for All Parishioners
Sunday, January 18 SUNDAY OF ZACCHEUS
8:30 AM UFrank Udiski Sr.- Udiski Family
PRAYER TO ST. MICHAEL
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do you, O prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and the other evil spirits who prowl about the world for the ruin of souls. Amen.
ASK FATHER A QUESTION? Father………… How do you pronounce and what is Sabboath? Is that the Sabbath-OR different?
Firstly, the “correct” spelling is Sabaoth. It is pronounced Greek “Saba’-oath” or “Sab’-a-oth” or “Sab’-a-yoth”. The prayer we pray on page 30 of the little black book says “Lord of Sabaoth” and this is a name for God. Sabaoth literally means heavenly hosts, the angels, and the angels are God’s Heavenly Army. Yes, this is different from the Sabbath. The Sabbath is the seventh and last day of the week, same as the seventh day of creation when the Lord rested. This is the Holy Day of prayer that when God tells us to keep Holy the Lord’s day- this is the day. Both words are transliterated from Hebrew. Keeping the Sabbath Holy means to put first amongst all things- God.
ASK FATHER A QUESTION? What is the Liturgy of the Hours? Does it require a priest to lead in prayer? Or can it be said like the Rosary before Liturgy or as a separate service? Liturgy of the Hours is a prayer service primarily of the psalms recited at the 1st(6AM), 3rd(9AM), 6th(noon), and 9th(3PM) hour of the day.
The Liturgy of the Hours is intended to be led by a priest, however it can be led by a Cantor in the absence of a priest, by not reciting the priestly prayers.
There are two kinds of prayer in the Church, Private Devotions and Liturgies. Liturgy is from the Greek word meaning a “public work” which is recited by the whole Church, priest and people. Liturgy of the Hours falls into the category of Liturgies- “public works.” The Liturgical Cycle of daily prayers in the Church are all meant to be led by a priest; in the absence of a priest there are ways that all of the Liturgies of the Church can be said led by a deacon or a cantor. The Rosary and Stations of the Cross are private devotions that do not require a priest and can be recited by the Parish. Copies of the Hours are in the Blue Book; The Divine Liturgy, An Anthology for Worship.
If you want to know about God, there is only one way to do it; get down on your knees. – Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen 1946
Petitions & Prayers for Our Parishioners: Jewel Johnstone, John Ostrum,Donna Winsock, Sonia Dempsey, Catherine Halloway, Charles Hallaway, Paul Hoover & James Bencho. Keep them in your prayers. If anyone would like to be included in the prayer list drop a note in the basket, email the church or text Michalene Ostrum at 570-704-7079.
FESTIVAL OF THE CAROLS: Festival of Ukrainian Christmas Carols to be held at the Cathedral in Philadelphia on January 11, 2026, at 3:00pm.
LITURGY INTENTIONS: If you are offering a Divine Liturgy for a specific day for your beloved or other intentions for 2026, please make sure you turn it into the rectory in order to make sure that you get the exact time that you would like.
BOOK(S) OF THE MONTH FOR JANUARY:
As It Was In The Beginning Is Now And Ever Shall Be
By Bishop Roman Danylak, Titular Bishop of Nissa
ISBN: 978-0986534300
The Altar Candles for the month of January are given by Michaelene Ostrum IMO her brother, Michael B Sirak.
The Sanctuary Light for this week is requested by Michaelene Ostrum IMO her brother, Michael Sirak.
THANK YOU: Thank You for all your prayers, cards and gifts during the Christmas Season. They are deeply appreciated! I also thank all of the Parishioners for their generous donations to the Parish during the year, and this Christmas Season. I deeply appreciate your sacrifice to St. Peter & Paul Parish in your time & efforts and monetary donations. I am certain that all the Parishioners have a heartfelt “Thank You” to God as well for this past year. Fr. Walter Pasicznyk
CHURCH CALENDARS: The church calendars are on the way. They should be here next week. The company never received our order. My apologies to you.
BLESSING OF HOUSES: If you would like your house blessed, please put a note in the basket or contact the rectory.
CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS: The Christmas decorations will be taken down on Saturday, January 24th at 10AM. Help is needed to complete this task.
FIRST SATURDAY LITURGY: Twelve Liturgies were given for the first Saturday of each month starting February 7 for any parishioner or family experiencing troubles in their lives and seeking God’s help. If you have such a petition, please feel free to share it with Fr. Walter to be included in the Saturday’s liturgy intention. The first Saturday Liturgies are celebrated at Tranfiguration of Our Lord Church at 8:00 AM. No additional donations are required to submit a petition.
MYOSOPUSNA 2026
The Myasopusna Dinner Celebration at Transfiguration of Our Lord Church is scheduled for February 8, 2026, the date of our Meat-fare Sunday. This event combines a delicious ethnic meal (Ham, kobasi, Halupki, pyrohy, kapusta, bosch, & dessert) with cultural dance, singing and art. This year will feature the St. Mary’s Ukrainian Dancers. Ukrainian Beer and wine will be available. Ticket price is $25 and kids are $12. Doors open at noon. Cocktail 1/2 hour is noon-12:30. Serving starts at 12:30PM and stops at 2:00PM. Tables are not reserved ahead of time. Program will start approximately 1:30PM. For tickets call 570-735-4654 or 570-735-1901(leave message) to order advance tickets. No Tickets Will Be Sold At the Door.
Take-outs are available.
PIGGIE DINNER: “Saints Peter & Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Wilkes- Barre will hold a take-out Piggie / Holubtsi Dinner on Saturday, January 31st, 2026. Dinners may be picked up between 12:00 (noon) and 4:00 pm in our school hall, corner of North River and West Chestnut Streets, Wilkes-Barre. Dinners include; Piggies (meat & rice stuffed cabbage), mashed potatoes, vegetable, bread and butter and dessert. Dinners will be $15.00 for adults and $9.00 for children (12 and under). Walk-in customers will be welcomed, but reservations are Strongly Encouraged, (570) 829-3051.”
VISITING THE SICK: Do you know a homebound Parishioner who can’t make it to church and would like a visit? Please contact Father Walter at the rectory at 570-735-2262.
“If you are discouraged it is a sign of pride, because it shows you trust in your own powers.
– Mother Teresa
Slava Isusu Christu! Slava Na Viki!
Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!
Prayer For Peace in Ukraine
Heavenly Father, Your Son taught us “Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the sons of God.” We fervently pray in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, that you inspire men to become peacemakers. May mankind seek reconciliation and peace in this world, as is Your Will. May tranquility be restored to all nations, and especially Ukraine. God, Our Father, we beseech You to comfort the suffering, heal the wounded, and accept the souls of the dearly departed into Your heavenly kingdom. May the Most Holy Mother of God extend Her Mantle of Protection over Ukraine, and the whole world. May each of us always live our lives as instruments of Your peace, in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
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