SS Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church

Saturday, Aug. 2
4:00 PM Simon, Catherine, Walter, John, Ted & Mary Sawka –
Julie Williams

Sunday, Aug. 3 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Thursday, Aug. 7
9:00 AM Good Healing for Paul Kachinko –
Ron & Rosemarie Kachinko

Saturday, Aug. 9 TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD
Blessing of Fruit – Myrovonia-Blessing of Holy Oil
4:00 PM Theodosia Rembish (40th Day) – Rudeski Family

Sunday, Aug. 10 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week August 2-9 by Jule Wido in memory of Theodosia Rembish.

BUS TRIP: “TRYZUB” 23rd ANNUAL UKRAINIAN FOLK FESTIVAL North Anthracite Council – League of Ukrainian Catholics is considering sponsoring a bus trip to the 23rd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – “Tryzub” – in Horsham, PA on Ukrainian Independence Day, Sunday, August 24, 2014. Those who attended last year know how very enjoyable the event was – many said it was the best around. The event which begins at 12 noon and ends at 8:00pm will highlight a stage concert of colorful Ukrainian folk dancers as well as musicians from Ukraine and the United States. Ukrainian ethnic foods, standard picnic fare, baked goods, cool refreshments, Ukrainian arts /crafts bazaar and children’s fun area will be available. The 55 passenger Tiger Tours bus will pick up at St. Vladimir Church in Scranton at 9:00am and at St. Vladimir Church in Edwardsville at 9:30am. Departure for home will be near 6:00pm Cost is $35.00 per person which includes admission ticket [$15.00] to the Festival. Full advance nonrefundable payment reserves a seat. For reservations contact Ann Zinich in Berwick, Andrew Jamula in the Wilkes-Barre area at; Paul Ewasko in the Scranton area.
We will appreciate hearing from you by Wednesday, August 6 in order to reserve the bus which is currently being held for us.

BUILDING FUND: The parish is grateful for the donations made to our Parish Building Fund in memory of Eleanor Trotsky – Mr.& Mrs. William Smolok and Shari Salkin.

SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
JULY 27, 2014
Saturday, July 26
4:00 PM Olga Landisi – Dorothy Wujcik a Friend

Sunday, July 27 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Saturday, Aug. 2
4:00 PM Simon, Catherine, Walter, John, Ted & Mary
By Julia Williams

Sunday, Aug. 3 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week July 26 – August 2 by Anonymous for Good Health on all Parishioners.

BUILDING/IMPROVEMENT FUND: Our thanks to those who donated to our Parish Building/Improvement Fund in memory of Eleanor Trotsky – Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Onderko & Family, Sharon Shevock and Mr. & Mrs. J. Rudeski & Jaclyn.

WOMEN’S SOCIETY: The Parish Women’s Society will be sponsoring a Rummage Sale in the fall. Now is the time to start packing things that are no longer useful to you and donate them to the sale. Bring items to the church or call one of the Society members to arrange for pick up.

DEANERY YOUTH PICNIC: A Picnic for the youth of all the parishes in our North Anthracite Deanery will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at the Lackawanna State Park, 1839 N. Abington Rd., N. Abington, PA beginning at 10:30 AM. Father Dan Troyan will give an inspirational talk to the youth. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend.

Saturday, July 19
4:00 PM Theodosia Rembish – Jankowski Family

Sunday, July 20 SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Thursday, July 24
9:00 AM Steve Kowalick – The Kowalick Family

Saturday, July 26
4:00 PM Olga Landsi – Dorothy Wujcik a Friend

Sunday, July 27 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

A WELCOMING PARISH: You enter this Church – not as strangers, but as a guest of God. He is your heavenly Father. Come, then, with joy in your heart and thanks on your lips into His presence, offering Him your love and service. Be grateful to the strong and loyal ones who, in the name of Jesus Christ, built this place of worship, and to all who have beautified it and hollowed it with their prayers and praise. Ask His blessing on those who love His house of faith as the inspiration of their labor, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit, and may that blessing rest on you, both in your going out and your coming in. As a welcoming parish, we ask every parishioner to ask God to put in your heart people whose hearts we need to reach out and touch with God’s love. Bring our people together to worship in the hope of everlasting love.

Welcome!
To all who are tired and need rest, to all who mourn and need comfort,
to all who are friendless and need friendship,
to all who are discouraged and need hope,
to all who are hopeless and need sheltering love,
to all who sin and need a Savior,
this church opens wide its doors in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week July 19-26 by Arlene Jones for a Special Intention.
JULY ALTAR CANDLES: The Altar Candles that will burn for all services in the month of July is requested by an Anonymous parishioner in memory of the Boyson, Hennessey, Slabinski, Porter and Stadulis Families.
WEEKLY SANCTUARY LIGHT OPENINGS: Aug. 2-9, Aug. 9-16,
Aug. 23-30, Aug. 30 – Sept. 6.

OPENED MONTHS FOR THE MONTHLY CANDLES: August and October.

SYMPATHY: We extend our sincere Sympathy to the Families of Theodosia Rembish, Eleanor Trotsky and Justine Petro who were called to their eternal rest. May their memory be eternal. Vychnaya Pomyat!

BUILDING FUND: Our thanks to Ann Marie Onderko for her donation received to our Building/Improvement Fund in memory of Theodosia Rembish.

SEMINARY DAY: The 80th Annual Seminary Day will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2014 for 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM at St, Nicholas Picnic Grove, RT 901 Primerose, Schuylkill, PA. Schedule of activities is posted on the bulletin board in the vestibule.

DEANERY YOUTH PICNIC: A Picnic for the youth of all the parishes in our North Anthracite Deanery will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2014 at the Lackawanna State Park beginning at 10:00 AM. Father Dan Troyan will give an inspirational talk to the youth. Grades 8th through 12th and Parents are invited to attend.
PRAYERS: Remember in your prayers all the people who have not been able to attend Divine Liturgies and for all those ill at home, in nursing facilities and hospitals.

Saturday, July 12
4:00 PM God’s Blessing & Good Health –
William Kloap – Wife Florence Kloap & Family

Sunday, July 13 SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS OF THE
SIX ECUMENICAL COUNCILS
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Saturday, July 19
4:30 PM Theodosia Rembish – Jankowski Family

Sunday, July 20
8:30 AM SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

SIX REASONS TO LIGHT CANDLES IN FRONT OF ICONS

Because our faith is light. Christ said, “I am the light of the world.” The light of a candle or vigil lamp reminds us of the light with which Christ illuminates our souls.

To remind us of the radiant character of the saint whose icon we light the candle in front of, for saints are called “sons of light” (John 12:36, Luke 16:8).

To serve as a reproach for our deeds of darkness, for our evil thoughts and desires, to call us to the path of evangelical light, and so that we zealously try to fulfill the Commandments of the Savior: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works” (Matthew 5:16).

So that the candle will be a small sacrifice to God, who gave Himself completely as a sacrifice for us, and as a small sign of our great gratitude and radiant love for Him from whom we ask life, health, salvation, peace and everything that only boundless heavenly love can bestow.

So terror will strike the evil powers that assail us and lead our thoughts away from the Creator, even at the time of prayer. The evil powers love darkness and tremble at every light, especially light that belongs to God and to those who reflect Him.

To remind us that the Creator created light before anything else: “And God said, ‘Let there be light;’ and there was light” (Genesis 1:3). Light must be present at the beginning of our spiritual lives, so that the light of Christ’s truth will shine within us before anything else. From the light of Christ’s truth every good is created, springs up, and grows within us.

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week July 12 – 19 by Albert Piston in memory of his brother Daniel.

FLOWERS: Our thanks for 2 Bouquets of flowers donated this week by Florence Kloap & Family in memory of William Kloap. This is in remembrance of William & Florence Kloap wedding anniversary.

ALTAR CLOTHS: The blessing of the new set of Altar Cloths purchased in memory of Anna Dempsey will be held after this Saturday’s Divine Liturgy.

SEMINARY DAY: The 80th Annual Seminary Day will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2014 for 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM at St, Nicholas Picnic Grove, RT 901 Primerose, Schuylkill, PA. Schedule of activities is posted on the bulletin board in the vestibule.

COUNCIL MEETING: The Parish Council held a meeting on Wednesday, July 9, 2014. Only a few members were present so not many things were discussed. The main item is the painting of the domes foundation. The white part should be painted and a few estimates must be given. All members of the church should have their dues paid to date and a new database must be compiled. A copy of this is to be sent to the Chancery. If you have any changes in your addresses or any other information please inform the office at your convenience.

Saturday, July 5
4:00 PM Eleanor Kulick – The Schevrel Family

Sunday, July 6 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Thursday, July 10
9:00 AM Mary Sawka – Sister Julia Williams

Saturday, July 12
4:00 PM William Kloap – Wife Florence Kloap & Family

Sunday, July 13 SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS OF THE
ECUMENICAL COUNCILS
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

The Story of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

God made us just to love us.
He wants us to love Him back.
He knows that loving Him is the only way we can be truly happy.
For thousands of years people who became close friends of God have been telling us that God’s heart is full of love for us.
A heart means love.
God loved us so much that He came to earth to be born as Jesus.
When He was here, the Heart of Jesus burned with love for all people.
It still does.
To show His great love, artists paint His heart all on fire.
Jesus came to show that God loves even those people who don’t
care about Him.
Jesus was willing to suffer and die on a cross to show God’s love for all.
Remembering this, artists draw a cross above His burning Heart.
When Jesus was hanging on the cross, a soldier pierced his side with a lance.
Blood and water gushed out, showing us again how much He loved us.
Artists place the wound from the lance in the Heart of Jesus.

People who hated Jesus put a crown of thorns on his head, hurting him.
Today people hurt Jesus when they ignore God’s love or hate God.
Artists show that hurt by placing a crown of thorns around His Heart.

Jesus, I love You! I thank you for loving me. I adore Your Sacred Heart.
Fill my heart with more love for You every day.
Let me be like You, loving and gentle to others at all times.
Help me to pray every day for those who do not know You or love You.
I offer You all I do–my prayers, my words, my actions, and my whole self.
Sacred Heart of Jesus! I give myself to You today and forever.

MAY THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS, BE PRAISED, ADORED AND GLORIFIED THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE WORLD,
FOR EVER AND EVER. AMEN.

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week July 5– 12 by Al Ferkel in memory of his parents Albert & Catherine Ferkel.

CEMETERY: Our thanks to Gary Pstrak for his donation of $100 for Cemetery Care in our Parish Cemetery. God’s blessings to Mr. Pstrak for his generosity.

ALTAR CLOTHS: A new set of Altar Cloths were purchased in Ukraine, brought back with Father Popyk, to be used for the Lenten Season. The cloths are in memory of Anna Dempsey from donations received to the Building fund from family and friends in Anna’s memory. Father will have the blessing of these fine cloths on Saturday, July 12th after the Divine Liturgy.

LUC MEETING: North Anthracite Council – League of Ukrainian Catholics will hold a general meeting on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 70 Zerby Avenue, Edwardsville PA. Moleben prayer service will be served at 2:00pm, business session at 2:30pm followed by reception and fellowship. Agenda will include implementation of Patriarch Sviatoslav’s “The Vibrant Parish”, proposed 2014 activities including the annual August summer picnic and the upcoming National Convention in Johnstown PA. For additional information contact: Dorothy Jamula, President or any LUC member of the parish.

FEAST DAY GATHERING: All who attended our SS Peter & Paul Feast Day gathering enjoyed a lovely social. We wish to thank those who made this event possible. 30 Adults and 3 Children were present and the many dishes served were delicious. May God bless those who still have love of their parish.

COUNCIL MEETING: The Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, July 9th in the Church Hall at 6:30 PM. All members please try to be present.

PICNIC: A deanery Youth Picnic will be held at a State Park on August 20, 2014. All parents with the youth are invited. More information will be inserted in future bulletins.

Saturday, June 28 God’s Blessing & Good Health for all Parishioners of
6:00 PM SS Peter & Paul Parish – Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
FELLOWSHIP AFTER THE DIVINE LITURGY AT THE PARISH HALL

Sunday, June 29 NO DIVINE LITURGY TODAY

Thursday, July 3
9:00 AM David Trimmell – Wife Irene Quirion

Saturday, July 5
4:00 PM Eleanor Kulick – The Schevrel Family

Sunday, July 6 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD
Saturday Liturgy 6:00 PM ~ Sunday Liturgy 10:30 AM

THE FEAST OF THE APOSTLES SS PETER AND PAUL

We owe to the Holy Apostles the priceless treasure of the Christian faith. They handed Christ’s teachings down to us. From them, we received the Holy Gospel and the letters of the Apostles. They laid a firm foundation for the Church of Christ.
On the 29th of June our Eastern Church celebrates with great solemnity the feast, which in our liturgical books is called: “The Holy Illustrious and Ever-praised Major Apostles, Peter and Paul.” Both Apostles are distinguished for their character, their zealous apostolic labors and their great cult in holy Church.
Jesus Christ, having great plans for St. Peter at the beginning of his calling, changed the name Simon to the symbolic name of Peter-Cephas, which means rock, for he was to be the rock that will form the foundation of his Church. St. Peter was closely associated with Christ during his public life. He witnessed the glory of Christ on Mt. Tabor; in the name of all the Apostles, he professed the divinity of Christ, he was sent with St. John to prepare the Paschal Supper; He witnessed Christ’s agony in the Garden of Olives; the temple tax was paid by Christ for Himself and for Peter.
After the Ascension of Christ, St. Peter became the head of the Apostles and the leader of the first Christian community in Jerusalem.
The love of Christ was the chief motive of Peter’s apostolic activity, labors and sacrifices. That love finally led him to suffer and die for the sake of his beloved Teacher. A pious tradition relates that he considered himself unworthy to die on the cross as Christ did, and therefore asked to be crucified upside down. St. Peter died in Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero between the years 64 and 67 A.D.
St. Paul did not belong to the original group of the twelve apostles, but through his apostolic labors, his dedication, his superhuman sacrifices, and his sufferings in the service of Christ, he received the title, along with Peter, of the First Apostle. He is the only one of the Apostles who was highly educated and was by birth a Roman citizen. While Paul was on his way to Damascus, Christ Himself converted him in a miraculous manner and called him to be an Apostle.
In his apostolic work, St. Paul distinguished himself as a man of uncompromising character, remarkable strength of will and fervent spirit. For many years, he fearlessly preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ day and night. His unlimited love for Christ knew no obstacles, recognized no difficulties, and placed no limit to sacrifice. His love impelled him to undertake great missionary journeys and to establish new Churches; he was always ready to suffer and die for Christ
The Apostle of the Gentiles was not only an excellent preacher and a good organizer, but also and eminent theologian and writer. From him we have fourteen letters addressed to various Churches or persons in which he clearly expounds the teachings of Christ. St. Paul gave up his life for Christ. According to tradition, he died by the sword in Rome on June 29, 65 or 67 A.D.

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week June 28 July 5 by Mary Oshirak in memory of Theodore Oshirak.

Please remember to come to the Parish hall after the Divine Liturgy for our Parish Family Fellowship to celebrate our SS Peter & Paul Feast Day.

ROSES: The Rose bush plants, planted in front of the Church are another of our Building/Improvement fund at work. The cost for the plants was $57.98. Thanks to one anonymous donator we received $15 toward this expense. Our neighbor, Irene Sanders was kind enough to help with the planting.

CEMETERY: We appreciate and thank Joan Baurys and Steve Spock for their donations received for our Parish Cemetery Fund.

Saturday, June 21 BIRTH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
4:00 PM Eleanor Kulick – Frank & Marion Kulick
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 22 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM BIRTH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Saturday, June 28 THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
SS PETER & PAUL FEAST DAY
6:00 PM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
AFTER THE DIVINE LITURGY
FELLOWSHIP FOR ALL IN THE PARISH HALL

Sunday, June 29 NO DIVINE LITURGY

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week June 21 – 28 by Albert Piston in memory of Harry Piston.

PRAYERS: Please remember in your prayers all the sick of the parish those in Nursing facilities, hospitals or at home.

OMITTED FROM LIVING FATHER’S DAY LIST:
Requested by Helene Sirak – John Ostrum.

Saturday, June 14
4:00 PM All Living and Deceased Fathers of the Parish
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Sunday, June 15 SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
SUNDAY OF ALL SAINTS
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Saturday, June 21 BIRTH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
4:00 PM Eleanor Kulick – Frank & Marion Kulick
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 22 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM BIRTH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week June 14 – 21 by Thomas Sawka in memory of his wife Mary Ann Sawka.

ALTAR CANDLES: The Altar Candles has been requested by Arlene Jones for the month of June in memory of Thomas and Anna Jones

BUILDING FUND: Our thanks to Mr. & Mrs. Michael Bigus for their donation to our parish Building/Improvement fund in memory of Harold Garber.

CEMETERY FUND: We sincerely appreciate the generous donation of $500 received from Rev. Frank Patrylak to be used for the Cemetery care and maintenance. Many thanks to Father Patrylak and may God Bless him with good health.

SVIACHENE DINNER: Our after Easter Dinner (Sviachene) was a great success and we appreciate all who attended and worked so hard to make it that way. With the sale of tickets, Chinese Auction and 50-50 the net was $757.41.

MAY LOTTERY TICKET SALES: Thanks again to all who purchased and sold tickets for the May Lottery.

FEAST DAY: Our SS Peter & Paul Feast day will be celebrated on Saturday, June 28, 2014 in the Church Hall. A list of those who will bring the cover dishes is in the vestibule. Please, if you are planning on attending sign up now. Any cover dish you so desire to bring will be appreciated. The parish will supply the Hamburgers
and Hot dogs. Let us have a nice social get together as a Parish Family. There will be NO Divine Liturgy on Sunday the 29th so that we can all attend the Saturday Divine Liturgy at 6:00 PM and the social will follow.

Saturday, June 7 – 4:00 PM Intention for All Deceased of our Parish
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 8 – 8:30 AM PENTECOST SUNDAY
God’s Blessings and Good Health for All Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Anointing of Holy Oil – Myrovania
2:00 PM Panakhyda at Parish Cemetery

Saturday, June 14 – 4:00 PM All Living and Deceased Father’s of our parish
Father’s Day
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 15 – 8:30 AM FIRST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST SUNDAY OF ALL SAINTS
Father’s Day
God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week June 7 – 14 for God’s Blessing for Good Health for Joseph Onderko by his wife Ann Marie.
PANAKHYDA AT PARISH CEMETERY – Father Wasyl will have the Panakhyda Service at our parish Cemetery this Sunday, June 8th. Remember your loved ones in prayer at this service beginning at 2:00 PM.

SYMPATHY: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Harold Garber who was called recently to his eternal rest. May his memory be eternal.

THANKS: Our thanks to those who came out to clean the Church this past week.
Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated. God’s Blessings on you!

SS PETER & PAUL FEAST DAY: The suggestions received for the fellowship after the Divine Liturgy on the Feast of SS Peter & Paul, June 28th is Hamburg’s and Hot Dogs supplied by the parish and a cover dish from all who plan to attend. A list of foods and signup sheet is in the vestibule. If you plan to attend please write your name and the dish you will contribute. Any dish you desire to make or the suggestions as follows: Baked beans, onions, ketchup, mustard, chips, pretzels, salads of your chose, haluski, any noodle dish, coffee, soda, any desserts, etc. Please be kind enough to sign up early so that plans can be made to have this event. Thanks.

Saturday, May 31 ASCENSION OF OUR LORD
4:00 PM Petitions to the Mother of God
Eleanor Kulick – Michael Kane
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 1 ASCENTION OF OUR LORD
8:30AM Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Saturday, June 7 PENTECOST SUNDAY
4:00 PM All Deceased of our Parish
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 8 PENTECOST SUNDAY
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil
Sunday, 2:00 PM Panakhyda at Parish Cemetery

THE ASCENSION
OF OUR LORD

The feast of the Lord’s Ascension always falls on the fortieth day after Christ’s Resurrection. This is one of the principal feast days of our Lord. It celebrates the memory of Christ’s Ascension into heaven underscores its significance for Christ and for us.
St. John Chrysostom, in his homily on the Ascension says: “Today the human race is completely reconciled with God. The ancient battle and enmity have disappeared. We, who were unworthy to live even on earth – are now lifted up to heaven. Today we become heirs to the kingdom of heaven, we, who do not even deserve earth; we ascend to heaven and inherit the throne of the King and Lord. Human nature, against which the cherubim guarded paradise, is now raised up above all the cherubim.”
The spirit of the services of this feast, as a whole, is uplifting and joyful. The Church rejoices at the glory of Christ (God and Man), who is now seated at the right hand of the Father. He ascended into heaven, in order to send us the Comforter – the Holy Spirit – and to “prepare a place for us,” (John 14, 2) as he promised.

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week
May 31 – June 7- by Becky Molecavage in memory of her mother Frances Bencho.

OPENINGS FOR SANCTUARY LIGHT: There are many dates opened for the requests of the Sanctuary Light: next week June 7 to the 14, July 5 to 12, July 25 to Aug. 2 and later dates still available. The Sanctuary light burns for one week and the donation is $10. If you wish to request any of the week’s available, please do so by filling in the chart in the vestibule. This is a very spiritual way of remembering a loved one or in honor of a family or friend or a special occasion.

BAPTISM: Welcome to our Parish family Wesley Evans who had his Baptism Confirmation and Communion on Sunday, May 25th. Wesley is the son of Catherine and Zachary Evans. God’s Blessings for many happy years.

LUC MEETING: North Anthracite Council – League of Ukrainian Catholics will hold a general meeting this Sunday, June 1, 2014 at 2:00 PM at Transfiguration of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church, 240 Center Street, Hanover Section of Nanticoke. Moleben prayer service at 2:00 PM, business session at 2:30 PM followed by reception and fellowship.

PRAYERS: Remember in your prayers the sick of the parish at home in Nursing facilities or Hospitals.

GREEN SUNDAY: The Feast of the Pentecost is the day to pay our respects to our deceased. Father Vasyl Houhera will celebrate the Panakhyda Services and blessing of individual graves at the Cemetery Sunday, June 8, at 2:00 PM. Try to be in attendance to pray for your family or friends who have fallen asleep to their eternal rest.