PARISH STAFF Very Rev. Dennis P. Yurochko, VJ, JCL, STL, Administrator dyurochko@diopitt.org Rev. Joseph M. Freedy, Parochial Vicar jfreedy@diopitt.org Deacon Brian M. Podobnik, Deacon DeaconBrian@comcast.net Mr. Anthony “Tony” Ferguson, Director of Evangelization ferg7171@gmail.com Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Hand, Coordinator of Religious Education holychildccd@comcast.net Dr. Michael Mackey, Director of Music Ministries holychildmusicministry@gmail.com

SCHEDULE OF LITURGIES

Saturday Evening: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m.

Daily (Mon.–Fri.): 12:00 noon

RECONCILIATION Saturday: 12:00 noon

BAPTISM: Held at 12:30 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month. Pre-Baptismal instruction required. Please notify the Rectory three months before the anticipated date of birth.

MARRIAGE: Weddings are held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Diocesan Regulation requires an approved pre-marriage preparation program. Bride and Groom must make arrangements for the wedding ceremony with one of the priests at least six months prior to the wedding date.

PRIESTHOOD OR RELIGIOUS LIFE: Please contact the Vocation Office at 412-928-5836.

PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN: Concerns or reports contact Diocesan Victim Assistance Hotline 1-888-808-1235.

RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and of Children (RCIC) are ongoing programs for those who wish to know more about the Catholic Church or are seeking membership in the Church. Please call the Rectory for more information.

PARISH CEMETERY: St. Agatha Cemetery is being managed by The Catholic Parish Cemeteries Association of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Regional Office. For all questions and inquires, please call 412-256-9370.

PARISH MEMBERSHIP: New parishioners are always welcome! Please visit the Rectory so we may welcome you and complete a Parish Census Form. Parish Census Forms are also available in the Vestibules of the Church and on our website.

BULLETIN DEADLINE: All information must be received by Monday at noon, in written form.

May 13, 2018

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT “Serving the growing Greater Bridgeville Area, Holy Child Roman Catholic Parish is a faith-filled family with a strong sense of community and a rich diverse heritage. With the grace we receive in the Sacraments, God calls and enables us as His Holy Children to be a “welcoming home for all who seek Him”. Following Jesus Christ, whom we receive in the Eucharist, we strive to serve, evangelize and build His kingdom on Earth, through prayer, education, social / outreach groups and the Liturgy.”

212 STATION STREET BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017

Parish Office: 412-221-5213 Fax: 412-257-2461 Extensions:

Fr. Dennis Yurochko…413 Fr. Joseph Freedy…..411 Tony Ferguson...415 Linda Grimes…..410 Lisa Klancher…...424

CCD: 412-221-6514 CCD Fax: 412-257-9742 Parish Email: holychildparish@verizon.net Parish Website: www.holychildrcparish.org

HOLY CHILD PARISH BRIDGEVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA

God, our creator, you did not leave us orphans. You sent your Son, Jesus Christ, that we might see your face and know your life-giving presence in our midst.

Make us one. Protect us from evil. Consecrate us in truth today and every day of our lives.

As You Sent Me into the World, So I Sent Them into the World. In the creation story we are told that God made human beings “in His image.” This doesn’t

mean that we are exact clones or identical twins of God, but rather that each of us, in light of our unique gifts and characteristics, are created to reflect the vibrant life and loving face of God to others. God’s hand in our lives doesn’t end in creating us. Throughout our lives God gives us purpose and fills us with the gifts we need to fulfill that purpose. The challenge for us is for us to know ourselves as God knows us. Through prayer and in humility we are invited to see clearly God’s will for our lives and all he has provided so that his will and our lives may be complete. God hasn’t randomly or thoughtlessly placed us in this world to create a reality for ourselves. He has sent us into the world with a specific task in mind that we might love others and build up his kingdom in the Church, making it ever more Alive! Visit onmissionchurchalive.org to learn more and to stay informed.

Second Collection at all Masses next weekend is for the Catholic Relief Services and Aid for the Church in

Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and Africa Collection. The proceeds from this combined collection will be divided among four charitable causes. Please be as generous as possible.

Praise & Adoration: Join us for an evening of praise and worship this Wednesday, May 16 at Holy Child Church. The evening begins at 7:00 PM. All are encouraged to attend! See flyer for details.

The “Dinner From Rome” youth group fundraiser has sold out. If you can’t attend and have asked the office to hold tickets, please let them know as soon as possible so that those on the waiting list can attend the dinner. Youth group volunteers will be at the doors of the church this Saturday and Sunday morning selling raffle tickets. The raffle will take place during the dinner, winner need not be present.

Annual Monthly Meeting & Bake Sale: Holy Child Christian Mothers & Guild Monthly Meeting is Tuesday, May 15 at 1:00 PM in the Rectory Conference Room. Board meeting

begins at 11:30 AM. Our Annual Bake Sale is on Sunday, May 20th in the Religious Education Building. Stop by after the 8 AM & 11 AM Masses to enjoy our delicious homemade baked goods. If you wish to donate, drop off between 12 & 1 PM on Saturday, May 19 in the gym or contact Jean Romano at 412-221-3060.

Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine: On Saturday, September 15, 2018, Bishop David Zubik will be leading a pilgrimage to our National Shrine in Washington, DC. This year’s pilgrimage will mark the 175

th

anniversary of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Highlights of the day include Mass with Bishop Zubik, Holy Hour, concert of sacred music by the Pittsburgh Diocesan Choir, & a tour of the Shrine! We are hoping that we will be able to send at least one bus-load of people from St. Barbara, St. Mary, and Holy Child parishes. The bus will leave Bridgeville at approximately 6 AM, and will return by 11 PM that day. If you are interested, the cost will be $65.00 per person. Please complete the form (below), include your check made payable to “Saint Barbara Parish,” and send it to: Business Manager, Saint Barbara Parish,45 Prestley Road, Bridgeville, PA 15017. You may mail your form/check, drop them in the collection basket, or hand- deliver them to the St. Barbara Rectory. Spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served, basis. (More forms by the doors of church) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (CUT HERE AND INCLUDE WITH YOUR CHECK)

I (WE) WOULD LIKE ____ SPACE(S) ON THE BRIDGEVILLE BUS TO THE NATIONAL SHRINE ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2018

NAME(S):_______________________________________

PHONE NUMBER: _______________________________

E-MAIL ADDRESS: ______________________________ If you would like to go on the bus, but are unable to afford the $65, check here _____ (Depending upon demand and space available, some or all of your cost may be able to be defrayed – strictly confidentially, of course.)

Congratulations On Sunday, April 29 and May 6 at two very special Masses with Father Dennis Yurochko and Father Joseph Freedy, 67 children from Holy Child and St. Barbara Parishes received

their First Holy Communion. Blessings to: Jayla Alex, Jon-athan Alex, Emalina Baiano, Gabriella Beinecke, Cam-eron Bender, Gavin Blake, Connor Boland, Raymond Joseph Borgesi, Jacob Bostain, Nickolas Broecker, Andrew Burns, Kaitlyn Caproni, Kali Chapman, Cole Chichester, Maggie Coll, Ryder Cummings, Tori D’Alessandro, Talon DeOrio, Logan Dedes, Victoria Dietrich, Peyton Dodd, Alisa Dufort, Noah Feltz, Olivia Ferrari, Connor Finnerty, Isabelle Fogarty, Caleb Ford, Payton Friburger, Chiara Gaccetto, Gavin Galosky, Raymond Gilmore, Cameron Goldstein, Sydney Hawk, Luke Huffman, Elizabeth Jenks, Penelope Kichta, Mi-chael Kohowski, Jr., Antonia Kubiak, Hannah Leech, Kayla Leyh Giuseppe Liberto, Jack Makar, Matthew Mariano, Riley McAllister, Emilia McKenzie, Evan Mizia, Emma Monocello, Kate Morally, Tyler Pearson, Milan Pennetti, Gemma Prion, Erica Puhatch, Jacob Shedlock, Alexis Sipos, Luke Skrip, Nathan Snyder, Joseph Suskiewicz, Jaxon Tallerico, Raymond Ted-ford, III, Sarah Tracy, Carsten Uffman, Emma Under-wood, Olivia Valentino, Silas Verzich, Kendall Wel-horsky, John Weslow, IV, Mikaela Zaramba Let it be our continuing prayer that these children and their families continue to receive the Eucharist in their lives. Just as our bodies require food to remain healthy, so too do our souls need the sustenance and nourishment that comes with each worthy reception of the Eucharist.

Sunday Contributions For May 6, 2018: Regular Collection $12,385.00 Building Maintenance Collection $ 2,402.00 Thank you one and all for your continued generosity and support of our parish community.

A Family Perspective (by Bud Ozar): Jesus was worried about his disciples and he turned to prayer. No matter how much time we spent trying to “guard and protect” our children, each day they become less dependent on us and we must let go and let God. Prayer and parenting go together.

We extend our condolences to the families of Mont “Monti” Trimble, Jr. and Alex S. Simon, III who were buried

from Holy Child Parish. May they rest in peace in the kingdom of God. May their families and friends know the faithfulness of Christ’s love.

For those men who took the prospect cards for joining the Knights of Columbus at the membership drive last month, please complete the cards & return them to the rectory or drop them in

the collection basket at Mass so that we can begin the process of induction. You may also contact Ken Masztak at 412-400-9231 or kmasz@verizon.net or Mark Zik at 412-265-7533 or markzik@aol.com.

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 13, 2018

Please remember in your prayers the sick, suffering, and house-bound of our parish community, in particular: Colette Murray,

Claudia Owsinski, Mary Ann Peters, Dr. Charles Gratz, Debra Malenka Varner, Freddy Carothers, Ron Beck, Joseph Trombetta, Dan Rozell, Barbara Dunn, Diana Jordan Dubin, Pamela Lenart, Frank Barnes, Ben Nel-son, Michael Shelleby, Trish Reese, Charlie Druzak, Ryan Estatico, Robert Perella, Elaine Matthews, Alice Davis, Laurie Denison, Diane Roach, Melanie Maksin, Julie Ross, Nancy Battista, Mary Lou Skalniak, Glynis Gilliand, Brayden Tilley, Bentley Dodge, Lois Misitis, Rachel Tome, Leo Pancari, Jr., Mary Ellen LoPinto, Mary Miklaucic, Norma Yorke, Olivia Longo-Martin, Emma O’Malley, John A. Pelusi, James Campbell, Jean Souza, Dan Karwowski, Tom Paholsky, Mark Kasper, Alice Regine, Mary Lloyd, Karen Godwin, Jean Pelusi-Terpack, Robert J. Terpack, Mary Cook Fox, Kathryn Story, Peggy Helstern, Eve Minutello, Karen Roemer, Dorothy Paganini, Stephanie McKeel, Alexis Brown, Jeff Kollar, Zachary Fowler, Jessica Bookser, Jim Podobnik, Stephen Kretchun, Jean Lemesh, Pat Man-zella, Paul Crile, Gary Lee, Karen Hughes, Sydney Hawk, Roberta Brodie, Geoff Skundrich, Pastor Bruce Nordeen, Tracy Adams, Janet Maker, Kevin Willis, Lori Wright, Tammy Lechliter, Richard Sed, Glena Phillips, Mikey Lento, Isabella Yakos, Greg Wensell, Nick Hu-dacek, Madison Palivoda, Chad Pruchnitzky, Patti Ka-ley, Marge & Karen Scurich, Wayne Isenberg, Mary Conn, Paul Donati, Destiny Otricelli, Melissa Sill, Lucy Guskey, Mary Doane, Pat Flannery, Dolly Grimes, Cheryl Palmer, Barbara Drexler, Chris Larson, Judith Capurso, Dawson Wright, Virginia Davis, Margaret Chappel, Greg Katanick, Janice Priselac, Nancy Wanko, Karen Knepp, James Vokoun, Jerry Majcher, Heather Orient, Bethany Carder, Barbara Wood, David Kearns, Carey Fittipaldo, Theresa Connelly, Anne Wisbar, Mark Hilker, Norman Leonard, Jacob Winlow, Bob Sweeney, Susan Fischer, David Martin, Dino Trim-ble, Mariam Mollick, Bennett Huibregste, Steven Page, Jack McCallough, Lisa Cecere, Amanda Wyandt, Mark Montagna, Joan Knock, Ted Krzywiecki, Robert Faulk-ner, and Mary Donnelly. May God strengthen them in the midst of their struggles and allow them to know that they are spiritually connected with Holy Child through our prayers and intercessions.

Please remember to call the Parish Office at 412-221-5213 to add or remove names from the prayer list. Thank you and God Bless!

Calendar of Events for Week of May 13, 2018: Sun., May 13: HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY Mon., May 14: Rosary, 11:30 AM, Church Tue., May 15: Writing Group, 10 AM, St. Barbara Hall Rosary, 11:30 AM, Church CCM&G Board Mtg, 11:30 AM, Rectory Conference

Room CCM&G Business Mtg, 1 PM, Rectory Conference

Room St. Anthony Novena (No Mass), 7 PM, Church Adult Bible Study, 7 PM, Rectory Conference Room Scripture & Spirituality Reading Group, 7 PM, Rectory Men’s Huddle, 7 PM, St. Barbara Hall Wed., May 16: Rosary, 11:30 AM, Church Rosary, 6:30 PM, Church Praise & Eucharistic Adoration, 7-8:30 PM,

Confessions available, Church Thur., May 17: Adult Bible Study, 9:30 AM, Rectory

Conference Room Rosary, 11:30 AM, Church Fri., May 18: Rosary, 11:30 AM, Church Divine Mercy Chaplet, after Noon Mass, Church Sat., May 19: Baptism Class, 9:30 AM, Rectory

Conference Room CCM&G Baked Goods drop off, 12-1 PM, Rel. Ed.

Building “Dinner From Rome”, doors open at 5:30 PM, St.

Barbara Hall Sun., May 20: KofC Pancake Breakfast, Rel. Ed. Building CCM&G Bake Sale, after 8 & 11 AM Mass, Rel. Ed.

Building Youth Group Mtg, 6 PM, St. Barbara Hall

Blessing of Mothers: During the sea-son of Easter, what a great time to remem-ber our mothers and ask for God's blessing

on them. It is God who ultimately gave us life. It is through God's unselfish love--mirrored in our mothers' willingness to associate their love with God's and take the risk to love us into life--that we have the opportunity for life. We remember our mothers this Mother's Day with much love. Let us pray for each of them:

God our heavenly Father, you give to each the ability to share your generative love.

Bless those women in our lives who mirror your love and bring forth life through their willingness

to risk bringing new life into this world. Help us to show them our gratitude

for the gift of life and the gift of a mother's love. May our life-giving God continue to bless them

and show them his unfailing love. We ask this through Jesus, God's Son and our brother.

Amen.

Seventh Sunday of Easter

SONG OF GATHERING: “Crown Him with Many Crowns” - Missal #733

Glory to God-Mass of Resurrection - Missal # 859

Responsorial Psalm: Led by Cantors

OFFERTORY HYMN: “Be Not Afraid” - Missal # 432

Holy, Holy—Mass of Resurrection—Missal # 862 Memorial Acclamation–Mass of Resurrection–Missal # 865

Great Amen—Mass of Resurrection—Missal # 866 Lamb of God – Mass of Resurrection—Missal # 867

COMMUNION HYMN: “Now We Remain” - Missal # 508

SONG OF SENDING FORTH: “Lift Up Your Hearts” - Missal #530

Saturday, May 19, 2018—5:00 PM Mass:

Altar Servers: A. Shaffer Lector: S. Mathews EMEs (Host): B. Fitzpatrick, K. & L. Godwin EMEs (Cup): B. Lucas, R. Pitassi, C. & M. Zik

Sunday, May 20, 2018—8:00 AM Mass:

Altar Servers: A. & E. Strittmatter Lector: G. Franjione EMEs (Host): B. Bogdewiecz, Z. Herrmann & L. Rebich EMEs (Cup): L. Franjione & Three Needed

11:00 AM Mass:

Altar Servers: G. & T. Aquilina Lector: T. Yunker EMEs (Host): E. Pandolfo, B. Speeler, & K. Wojtczak EMEs (Cup): K. Hartnett, N. Martincic & Two Needed

5:00 PM Mass:

Altar Servers: G. Loeffler Lector: D. Loeffler EMEs (Host): L. Klancher, M. A. Parente, & Needed

EMEs = Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturday, May 12, 2018 8:30 AM Homeschool Cooperative Graduation Mass 5:00 PM † Raymond Phielix, by Lippoli Family

Sunday, May 13, 2018 Seventh Sunday of Easter

8:00 AM † Ruth Leierzapf, by Ron & Roberta Leierzapf 11:00 AM † Dec. Mem. of Boni & Bruschi Families, by M/M P. Battistone 5:00 PM For the People of Holy Child Parish

Monday, May 14, 2018 Feast, Saint Mathias, Apostle

12:00 PM † Dorothy Koehler, 4th Anniv, by Janet & Bill Koehler

Tuesday, May 15, 2018 12:00 PM Robert Perella, Jr., by Family 7:00 PM St. Anthony Novena (No Mass)

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 10:30 AM (Broadmore Assisted Living) † Ruth Lorraine

Comer, by Tom & Linda Grimes 12:00 PM † Jack & Mary Schulte, by Schulte Family

Thursday, May 17, 2018 12:00 PM † Debbie Zombek, by Mom & Dad & Tom &

Lou

Friday, May 18, 2018 12:00 PM † Dec. Mem. of the Brooks/Cicci Families, by

Barb

Saturday, May 19, 2018 5:00 PM † Dec. Mem. of Caesar & Grad Families, by

Family

Sunday, May 20, 2018 Pentecost Sunday

8:00 AM Steve & Jane Rash, 60th Wedding Anniversary 11:00 AM Living Members of Holy Child Christian Mothers 5:00 PM For the People of Holy Child Parish

Readings for the Week of May 13, 2018 Sunday: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26/Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20 [19a]/1 Jn 4:11-16/Jn 17:11b-19 Monday: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Ps 113:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 [8]/Jn 15:9-17 Tuesday: Acts 20:17-27/Ps 68:10-11, 20-21 [33a]/Jn 17:1-11a Wednesday: Acts 20:28-38/Ps 68: 29-30, 33-35a, 35bc-36ab [33a]/Jn 17:11b-19 Thursday: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11/Ps 16:1-2a and 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11 [1]/Jn 17:20-26 Friday: Acts 25:13b-21/Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab [19a]/Jn 21:15-19 Saturday: Morning: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31/Ps 11:4, 5 and 7 [7b]/Jn 21:20-25 Next Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5/Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30 [cf. 30]/Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39 Extended Vigil: Gn 11:1-9/Ps 33:10-11, 12-13, 14-15/Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b/Dn 3:52, 52, 53, 55, 56 or Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11/Ez 37:1-14/Ps 107:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9/Jl 3:1-5/Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30 [cf. 30]/Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11/Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34 [cf. 30]/1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Gal 5:16-25/Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15