SS Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church

Saturday, August 3 Transfiguration of Our Lord
Blessing of Fruit – Myrovonia – Blessing of Holy OIl
4:00 PM Frank Dempsey – Kim Demuzzio

Sunday, August 4 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Transfiguration of Our Lord
Blessing of Fruit – Myrovonia – Blessing of Holy Oil
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Saturday, August 10
4:00 PM Barbara Cembrock – Mr. & Mrs. Bruno Makowaki

Sunday, August 11 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD

The feast of the Transfiguration is one of the twelve principal feasts of our Church, having a one-day pre-feast and a seven-day post-feast. This feast falls during that time when the fruits of the earth reach maturity. From the earliest times in the Eastern Church, on this day fruit is blessed in thanksgiving to God for the first0fruits of the earth. This custom was adopted by the Christian Church from the Old Testament which prescribed that fruit be brought to the Temple of the Lord. In the Book of Exodus we read: “You shall carry the first-fruits of the corn of your ground to the house of the Lord your God.”
The custom of blessing the first fruits in church was prescribed in the Canons of the Holy Apostles at the end of the third century. The Apostolic Constitutions of the fourth century have a prayer for the blessing of first fruits. The local Synod of Carthage in the forth sixth rule gave prescriptions concerning the first fruits that are brought to church. The Sixth Ecumenical Council spoke of the blessing of the firs fruits of grapes and wheat. In the Typicons century and in the Typicon of Evergetes Monastery of the tenth century no mention was made of the blessing of the vine, that is, grapes.
In Greece, in the month of August grapes and wheat, which are the more important fruits, reach their maturity, for this reason, the custom of blessing the grapesand ears of wheat in church on the feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord prevailed there. In Rus-Ukraine, grapes of the vine were replaced by apples and other fruits.

SANCTUARYLIGHT: The Sanctuary Light is requested to burn this week August 3 – 10 by Helen Harnen in memory of her mother Anastasia Demchak.

ALTAR CANDLES: The Altar Candles is request to burn for the month of August by Ilaria Roman in memory of her parents Stanley & Helen Roman and sister Elaine Roman Makowski.

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.

BUS TRIP to “TRYZUB” 22nd ANNUAL UKRAINIAN FOLK FESTIVAL : The North Anthracite Council of the League of Ukrainian Catholics is sponsoring a bus trip to the 22nd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – “Tryzub” – in Horsham, PA on Sunday, August 25, 2013. Seven seats are still available for the trip to this Festival. For reservations contact Janina Everett in Berwick; Andrew Jamula in the Wilkes-Barre area; Paul Ewasko in the Scranton area

CHICKEN DINNER: Saint Vladimir’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 70 Zerby Ave., Edwardsville, Pa., will sponsor a TAKE-OUT ONLY CHICKEN DINNER on Thursday, August 8, 2013. Pickup from 4 pm. – 7 p.m., at the hall entrance in the rear of the church building. One price only: $9 per dinner. Take-out only. Advance orders only: call ANNE . Last day to pre-order is August 4.

Saturday, July 27
4:00 PM Barbara Cembrock (40th Day) – Mary Ellen & Ronnie Demchak

Sunday, July 28 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

No Divine Liturgies during this week

Saturday, August 3 Transfiguration of Our Lord
Blessing of Fruit – Myrovonia – Blessing of Holy OIl
4:00 PM Frank Dempsey – Kim Demuzzio

Sunday, August 4 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Transfiguration of Our Lord
Blessing of Fruit – Myrovonia – Blessing of Holy OIl
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week July 27-August 3 by Eleanor Trotsky in memory of Michael & Mary Onderko.

PRAYERS: Please remember in your prayers all the parishioners who are in Nursing facilities, Hospitals and at home. They need our prayers for God to help and keep them in His care. A PRAYER FOR HEALING
Lord Jesus Christ, you are the redeemer, the savior, the healer and the deliverer of all mankind. I come to you today, Lord, in communion with all the angels and saints and especially with your holy mother Mary as a member of the Body of Christ. I ask you to manifest the signs and wonders of your kingdom in extension of your merciful act of redemption by healing the servant of yours who seeks to be restored to fullness of life. O Lord, bless your servant so that he/she may be a blessing to your people. Amen.

CHICKEN DINNER: Saint Vladimir’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 70 Zerby Ave., Edwardsville, Pa., will sponsor a TAKE-OUT ONLY CHICKEN DINNER on Thursday, August 8, 2013. Pickup from 4 pm. – 7 p.m., at the hall entrance in the rear of the church building. One price only: $9 per dinner. Take-out only. Advance orders only: call ANNE Last day to pre-order is August 4.

BUS TRIP to “TRYZUB” 22nd ANNUAL UKRAINIAN FOLK FESTIVAL : The North Anthracite Council of the League of Ukrainian Catholics is sponsoring a bus trip to the 22nd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – “Tryzub” – in Horsham, PA on Sunday, August 25, 2013. Seven seats are still available for the trip to this Festival. The 55 passenger AJ Limo Coach bus will pick up in Berwick at 9:00am, Edwardsville at 9:45am and Scranton at 10:15am. Cost is $35.00 per person which includes admission ticket to the Festival. Full advance nonrefundable payment reserves a seat. For reservations contact Janina Everett in Berwick; Andrew Jamula in the Wilkes-Barre area; Paul Ewasko in the Scranton area

Saturday, July 20 ST. ELIJAH THE GREAT PROPHET
4:00 PM Joseph Kosar – Mr. & Mrs. Stewart Emery

Sunday, July 21 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Saturday, July 27
4:00 PM Barbara Cembrock (40th Day) – Mary Ellen & Ronnie Demchak

Sunday, July 28 TENTH 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 20– July 27 by George Pryslak family in memory of Mary T. and; John Pryslak.

PRAYERS: Please remember in your prayers those who are ill at home, in nursing facilities and hospital.

WELCOME: Please welcome Father Uriy Kucharsky who will be substituting the 5 week-ends while Father Volodymyr is in Ukraine on vacation.

CHICKEN DINNER: Saint Vladimir’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 70 Zerby Ave., Edwardsville, Pa., will sponsor a TAKE-OUT ONLY CHICKEN DINNER on Thursday, August 8, 2013. Pickup from 4 pm. – 7 p.m., at the hall entrance in the rear of the church building. Menu includes: Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Hot Vegetable, Dinner Roll & Butter, and Dessert. One price only: $9 per dinner. Take-out only. Advance orders only: call ANN. Last day to pre-order is August 4. Proceeds help Saint Vladimir’s Church meet its mortgage payments. Your support will be greatly appreciated!

CONCERT: The Ekumen Chorale will be performing a Free Concert at St. George’s Carpato Russian Orthodox Church, Taylor, Pa On July 21st, 2013 Sunday at 3:00 p.m. under the direction of Mastro Patrick Marcinko Sr. ALSO, The same Free Concert will be held at The Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Carbondale,PA on (the same day) July 21st, 2013, Sunday at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 13
4:00 PM William Kloap – wife Florence Kloap & Family

Sunday, July 14 SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS OF THE
SIX ECUMENICAL COUNCILS
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Saturday, July 20 ST. ELIJAH THE GREAT PROPHET
4:00 PM Joseph Kosar – Mr. & Mrs. Stewart Emery

Sunday, July 21 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
July 13 – 20 by Mary Oshirak & Family in memory of Theodore Oshirak.

FLOWERS: Our thanks for the bouquet of flowers for this week donated by Eleanor Kulick in memory of her husband Frank Kulick.

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.

PRAYERS: Please remember in your prayers Father Volodymyr,s father Nicolas who has been ailing for a few weeks.
Also PRAY for Father Volodymyr’s safe trip on his vacation.

LUC MEETING: North Anthracite Council – League of Ukrainian Catholics will hold a general meeting on Sunday, July 21, 2013 at 2:30 PM at St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 70 Zerby Avenue, Edwardsville, PA. Discussion items include updating the mission statement of the organization, the August 25th bus trip to the Tryzub Ukrainian Festival in Horsham PA and the October 2013 National Convention in Buffalo NY. For additional information contact: Dorothy Jamula, President or any LUC member of the parish.

Saturday, July 6
4:00 PM Barbara Cembrock – Rosemary Behm

Sunday, July 7 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Tuesday, July 9
9:00 AM Martha Danko – Mike & Joan Hromsak

Saturday, July 13
4:00 PM William Kloap – wife Florence Kloap & Family

Sunday, July14 SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS OF THE
SIX ECUMENICAL COUNCILS
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

BUS TRIP: North Anthracite Council of the League of Ukrainian Catholics is sponsoring a bus trip to the 22nd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – “Tryzub” – in Horsham, PA on Sunday, August 25, 2013.
Only 14 seats remain available. The 55 passenger AJ Limo Coach bus will pick up in Berwick at 9:00am, Edwardsville at 9:45am and Scranton at 10:15am. Cost is $35.00 per person which includes admission ticket to the Festival. Full advance nonrefundable payment reserves a seat. For reservations contact Janina Everett in Berwick at 759-2824; Andrew Jamula in the Wilkes-Barre area at 822-5354; Paul Ewasko in the Scranton area at 563-2275.

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week July 5 – 13 by Albert Piston in memory of Dan Piston.

SS PETER & PAUL FEAST: Many thanks to those who attended the Divine Liturgy and the Social that followed on the Feast of SS Peter & Paul. It was an enjoyable affair and such a pleasure to have so many attending the Divine Liturgy. Our special thanks to those who donated desserts, food and monetary gifts. God’s blessing on all.

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.

ANNOUNCEMENT: According to the Archbishop’s permission the pastor of our parish Rev. Volodymyr Popyk will have his vacation one month starting July 17 to August 17. Rev. Uriy Kucharsky will substitute for all services in our parish while FatherVolodymyr is away.

Saturday, June 29 God’s Blessing & Good Health for all Parishioners of
6:00 PM SS Peter & Paul Parish – Myrovania – Anointing of Holy Oil

Sunday, June 29 NO DIVINE LITURGY TODAY

Wednesday, July 3 FOR THE INTENTION OF OUR NATION THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
5:00 PM God’s Blessings for Good Health for Eliza Burke – Sisters & Brother

Saturday, July 6
4:00 PM Barbara Cembrock – Rosemary Behm

Sunday, July 7 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 June 29 July 6 by Anna Magill in memory of Donald Magill.

ALTAR CANDLES: The candles on the Altar that will burn for all services for the month of July is requested by A Relative in memory of Boyson, Hennessey, Poster, Slabinski and Stadulis Families.

SYMPATHY: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Barbara Cembrock who was called to her eternal rest and sincere sympathy to the family of Frank Kobela who was called to his eternal rest. May their memory be eternal.

FLEA MARKET AND RUMMAGE SALE: A Rummage sale will be held in our Church Hall in October. If you wish to contribute any items such as household, dishes, pots, pans, linens, bedding, blankets and many more articles useful to be sold and in good condition please bring to the church or contact one of the members of the Women’s Society.

LOTERY TICKETS: The Lottery Ticket fund-raiser for the month of May was successful giving a profit of $2,851. Thanks to Mike and Dolores for taking care of this fund-raiser.

Saturday, June 22 NATIVITY OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
Petitions to the Sacred Heart – Myrovonia – Anointing of Holy Oil
4:00 PM Frank Dempsey – Jim Mahon & Lillian Michak

Sunday, June 23 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30AM NATIVITY OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
Petitions to the Sacred Heart
Myrovonia – Anointing of Holy Oil
God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

Thursday, June 27
8:30 AM Frank Dempsey – Ron & Rosemarie Kachinko

Saturday, June 29 THE FEAST OF SS PETER & PAUL, APOSTLES
6:00 PM Holy Day of Obligation – Anointing of Holy Oil – Myrovania
God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart
All are welcome to the Feast Day social in the hall after the Divine Liturgy

NO SUNDAY DIVINE LITURGY THIS WEEK

BUS TRIP: North Anthracite Council of the League of Ukrainian Catholics is sponsoring a bus trip to the 22nd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – “Tryzub” – in Horsham, PA on Sunday, August 25, 2013.
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 AJ Limo Coach bus will pick up in Berwick at 9:00am, Edwardsville at 9:45am and Scranton at 10:15am. Cost is $35.00 per person which includes admission ticket to the Festival. Full advance nonrefundable payment reserves a seat. For reservations contact Janina Everett in Berwick at; Andrew Jamula in the Wilkes-Barre area at ; Paul Ewasko in the Scranton area at .

ST MARY’S INTERNATIONAL DINNER, 320 Mifflin Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503 presents “America the Beautiful” on Thursday, July 11, 2013 and will feature cuisine from our great nation. The menu will start with a Watermelon Salad, and the dinner will be Down South Country Bar-B-Que Ribs accompanied by Southwestern Corn and Black Bean Salad and Midwestern Baked Sweet Potato. The dessert will be Grandma’s Apple Pie ala mode with a complimentary glass of wine or beer. The price is $25.00 per person.The deadline will be July 5, 2013.

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The week of June 22 – 29 is requested by Albert Piston in memory of Harry Piton.

SS PETER & PAUL FEAST DAY: 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 & Paul.” Both Apostles are distinguished for their character, their zealous apostolic labors and their great cult in holy Church. 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 Gospels and the letters of the Apostles. They laid a firm foundation for the Church of Christ. This is a Holy Day of Obligation and Liturgy is Saturday, June 29th at 6:00 PM. Please attend this Liturgy, as it is the namesake of our Parish. A fellowship social for all parishioners will be held in the Church Hall after the Divine Liturgy. No Liturgy will be celebrated on Sunday, June 30th.

BUILDING/IMPROVEMENT FUND: Your donations to the
Building/Improvement Fund has been put to good use. The Landscaping in front of the church $2370 and the new lines constructed on the parking lot $560 have been completed. Thanks to those who generously donate to this fund.

DESSERTS: If you would like to donate a dessert for the SS Peter & Paul Social to be held next Saturday, it will certainly be appreciated.

Saturday, June 15 God’s Blessings & Good Health for all Living Fathers 4:00 PM and Eternal Rest to all Deceased Fathers of our Parish
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Sunday, June 16 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
God’s Blessings & Good Health for all Living Fathers and
8:30 AM and Eternal Rest to all Deceased Fathers of our Parish Petitions to the Sacred Heart
Wednesday, June 19
6:00 PM Joseph Kosar – Donald Cooper & Family
7:00 PM Council Meeting at the Church Hall

Saturday, June 22 Nativity of John the Baptist
Petitions to the Sacred Heart – Myrovonia – Anointing of Holy Oil
4:00 PM Frank Dempsey – Jim Mahon & Lillian Michak

Sunday, June 23 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Nativity of John the Baptist
Petitions to the Sacred Heart – Myrovonia – Anointing of Holy Oil
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners

FLOWERS: A flower chart is available for your requests of Bouquets on special dates to either honor a special occasion or in memory of a loved one. The Bouquets are your chose of $25, $30, $35, etc. Just fill in the dates you wish to have the Bouquets place by the Altar.

PARISH COUNCIL MEETING: A meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 7:00 PM in the Church Hall. All members of the council are urged to attend. This meeting is opened to any interested parishioners. You are welcome to attend. Please be present.

SS PETER & PAUL FEAST DAY: The Feast of SS Peter & Paul is celebrated on Saturday, June 29, 2013. The regular Saturday Divine Liturgy will be at 6:00 PM on this day and a fellowship for all parishioners will follow. Please note this date and there will not be any Divine Liturgy on Sunday, June 30.

BUS TRIP: North Anthracite Council of the League of Ukrainian Catholics is sponsoring a bus trip to the 22nd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival at the Ukrainian American Sport Center – “Tryzub” – in Horsham, PA on Sunday, August 25, 2013.
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 AJ Limo Coach bus will pick up in Berwick at 9:00am, Edwardsville at 9:45am and Scranton at 10:15am. Cost is $35.00 per person which includes admission ticket to the Festival. Full advance nonrefundable payment reserves a seat. For reservations contact Janina Everett in Berwick ; Andrew Jamula in the Wilkes-Barre area ; Paul Ewasko in the Scranton area

Saturday, June 8
4:00 PM Mary Sawka – sister Julia & Bob Williams
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Sunday, June 9 THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Thursday, June 13
8:30 AM William Kottage – Florence Kloap & Family

Saturday, June 15
4:00 PM God’s Blessings on all Living & Deceased Fathers
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Sunday, June 16 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
FATHER’S DAY
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary light is requested to burn this week June 8 – 15 by Paul & Marion Rose for a Special Intention.

WOMESN’S SOCIETY: The last meeting until September for the Women’s Society will be held Tuesday, June 11th. We will meet in the Church parking lot at 5:00 PM and proceed to Keeley’s Restaurant in Kingston. All who will be attending please be at the parking lot.

CLEAN CHURCH: We wish to thank the ladies and one gentleman who cleaned the church this week. Your help is greatly appreciated and needed. God bless all of our volunteers in this parish.

PRAYERS: A request was presented to have prayers for one of our Parishioners, Barbara Cembrock who has been in intensive care. Please remember her in your prayers and all those in need of healing.

COUNCIL MEETING: The Council meeting has been changed from June 20th to Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00 PM. All members please be in attendance.

SS PETER & PAUL FEAST DAY: Please Remember:The Feast of SS Peter & Paul is celebrated on Saturday, June 29, 2013. The regular Saturday Divine Liturgy will be at 6:00 PM on this day and a fellowship for all parishioners will follow. Please note this date and there will not be any Divine Liturgy on Sunday, June 30.

THANKS: A thank you letter was sent to thank you for the support in the Carnation Drive from the Pennsylvanians For Human Life, Wyoming Valley Chapter. The amount collected in our parish was $55.

Saturday, June 1
4:00 PM Simon, Catherine, John, Ted & Mary – Williams Family
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Sunday, June 2 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Thursday, June 6
9:00 AM Rosco Rishcoff – Catherine Poinlek

Saturday, June 8
4:00 PM Mary Sawka – sister Julia & Bob Williams
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

Sunday, June 9 THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
8:30 AM God’s Blessings and Good Health for all Parishioners
Petitions to the Sacred Heart

SANCTUARY LIGHT: The Sanctuary Light is requested to burn this week, June 1 – 8 by Becky Molecavage in memory of her mother Frances Bencho.
ALTAR CANDLES: The Altar candles are requested to burn for the month of June by Arlene Jones in memory of her parents Thomas & Anna Jones.

WOMESN’S SOCIETY: The last meeting until September for the Women’s Society will be held Tuesday, June 11th. We will meet in the Church parking lot at 5:00 PM and proceed to Keeley’s Restaurant in Kingston. All who will be attending please be at the parking lot.

LEAGUE OF UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC MEETING: North Anthracite Council League of Ukrainian Catholics will meet this Sunday, June 2nd at SS Peter & Paul, UCC in Plymouth, PA. Moleban will be celebrated at 2:30 PM. The meeting will be held and fellowship after the meeting. New members are always welcome to join and anyone who would like to come to a meeting is welcome.

PARISH COUNCIL MEETING: A meeting will be held on Thursday, June 20, 7:00 PM in the Church Hall. All members of the council are urged to attend. This meeting is opened to any interested parishioners. You are welcome to attend. Please be present.

SS PETER & PAUL FEAST DAY: The Feast of SS Peter & Paul is celebrated on Saturday, June 29, 2013. The regular Saturday Divine Liturgy will be at 6:00 PM on this day and a fellowship for all parishioners will follow. Please note this date and there will not be any Divine Liturgy on Sunday, June 30.

PRAYERS: Please remember in your prayers all those who are in Nursing facilities, at home, in hospitals, especially say a special prayer for Arlene Jones.