BAPTISM OF THE LORD
January 11, 2004 thru January 18, 2004

SUNDAY MASSES:

WEEKDAY SCHEDULE:

SUNDAY MASSES:

Scripture Readings
Today: Is 42:1-4, 6-7; or Us 40 I-5, 9-11; Acts 10:34-38; Ti 2:11-14;3:4-7; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22
Monday: 1 Sm 1, 1-8/Mk 1: 14-20
Tuesday: 1 Sm 1, 9-20; Mk 1, 21-28
Wednesday: 1 Sm 3, 1-10, 19-20; Mk 1, 29-39
Thursday: 1 Sm 4, 1-11; Mk 1, 40-45
Friday: 1 Sm 8, 4-7, 10-22a; Mk 2, 1-12
Saturday: 1 Sm 9, 1-4, 17-19l 10, 1 Mk2, 13-17
Sunday: Is 62, 1-5; 1Cor 12n 4-11; Jn 2, 1-11

Please pray for the souls of the faithful departed: Irene Swimkoski, sister of Ralph Ziemski, Elizabeth Ciotti, Anthony Nicholanco, James Maloney and Helen Stengel. May they rest in peace.

REFLECTIONS THROUGHOUT THE WEEK

Assembly & Faith-Sharing Groups
Jesus heard who he was (“beloved Son”) when he prayed; I realize and remember who I am in faith when I. . .
Having been baptized “with the Holy Spirit and Fire” means to me. . .
My daily living manifests what I believe about my baptism whenever I. . .

Hospitality Ministers
Genuine hospitality makes “the kindness and generous love of God our savior appear” (second reading). I have received such hospitality at the hands of . . .
I have extended his hospitality to . . .

Music Ministers
At its deepest level participation in liturgy is participation in my baptismal identity as body of Christ. I experience my music making leading the assembly to this level of participation when . . .

Altar Ministers
Serving is a ministry (and more than a task) when it shapes the person.
Examples of how serving is making me more Christ-like are . .

Lectors
We have a proverb that says, “Actions speak louder than words.” My actions that proclaim the dignity and duty of baptism are . .

Eucharistic Ministers
Just as “a voice came from heaven” and announces Jesus’ identity as “beloved Son,” so, too, at Eucharist each one of the baptized hears (again) his or her identity as “Body/Blood of Christ.” the difference this makes in my life is . . .

Liturgical Press, St. John’s Abbey, Collegeville, Minnesota 56321, Copyright 2002 by The Order of St. Benedict, Inc. Published by The Liturgical Press, Collegeville, Minnesota,. Reprinted with permission.

COMING EVENTS
TODAY, Sunday, January 11
St Vincent DePaul --10:15 AM
Monday, January 12
Bingo--7:15 PM
Theos Meeting
Ladies of Charity - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, January 13
Confessions--6:30-7:30PM
Parent Meeting--7:00 PM
Wednesday, January 14
Market Day Pick-up

Collections
Sunday, December 21, 2003: $8,565.31
Thursday, December 25, 2003: $10,930.38
Children and Youth Collection: $3,709.58
Sunday, December 28, 2003: $5,737.87
Thursday, January 1, 2004: $2,677.00
Sunday, January 4, 2004: $7,912.88
Total Budget over (under) to date:
($12,590.95)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!

CANDLES FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 11
Will burn for the following:
At the Blessed Mother’s Statue
In thanksgiving
Special thanks
At the statue of St. Albert the Great
1. Deceased members of the Angino Family
2. Deceased members of the Becker Family

PITTSBURGH CATHOLIC NEWS - Direct Mailing of Pittsburgh Catholic - Presently bundles of Pittsburgh Catholic newspapers are being delivered to our parish. Beginning July, 2004, the newspaper will be mailed directly to every Catholic household in the diocese. In order for us to determine an accurate number of subscriptions and to update our records, we will be doing a new census. Watch the Bulletin for more details. Your cooperation in completing an accurate census will be greatly appreciated.

Women’s Guild Mini Card Party. Friday, January 16 in Hannan Hall at 12:30 PM. Lunch will be served. Admission $6.00.
Ladies of Charity will meet on Monday, January 12 at 7:00 PM.

PARENT MEETING - Tuesday, January 13 at 7:00 PM for all parents whose children are preparing for Eucharist.

St Anthony’s School Programs & DePaul Institute, educational programs for special needs children will be recipients of the special collection taken at all Masses the weekend of January 17-18. These institutions provide a catholic education to children with developmental delays and autism in 11 schools in the Diocese and at Duquesne University. Your donation will help both of these organizations forever improve the lives of their students.

March for Life - Thursday, January 22, 2004
The First Catholic Slovak Union is sponsoring a bus trip to Washington D.C. for the 31st Annual March for Life. January 22, 2004 marks the 31st anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to legalize abortion in the United States. The bus will be originating in Pittsburgh, PA. It will depart at 5am. The bus will make stops along the turnpike as necessary. This cost of bus transportation is free. We invite you to join us in the March for Life with thousands of others from around the country.

R.C.I.A. --TUESDAY NIGHTS 7:00PM TO 8:15PM AT THE RECTORY.

BAPTISM PREPARATION - Baptism preparation sessions are available here at St. Albert. The next preparation session is January 25, 2004 at 1pm. We encourage parents who are expecting a child in the near future to sign up for a session. Please call Sr. Jene Rene at 412-884-7744 for more information.

Young Women’s Prayer Group Monday, January 26 7pm in the Daily Mass Chapel

“ In prayer you become one with the source
of our true light,
Jesus himself.”
--Pope John Paul II

Whether married or single, in your 20’s, 30’s, 40’s or ??? All young women in the parish are invited to come and join in prayer. We will meet the second and fourth Mondays of the month to start. The format of our prayer time will vary with the interests of the group. Please call Angela at 412-884-7744 if you have any questions.

Marriage Moment - “It is the very times that we feel most stressed and pressed for time that we can short change our spouse. After all, he or she will understand. Today, take a moment when you next see your spouse to pause and offer a warm, knowing glance. No words need be spoken. Takes maybe 5 seconds. You can spare the change.” A Marriage Moment was developed by Susan Vogt

“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these
least brothers of mine, you did for me.” Mt 26:40

Do you find you have extra time during the day or in the evenings? Would you like the opportunity to help others but are not quite sure how...or even what you would be able to do? Are you interested in volunteering? Watch for upcoming opportunities in the bulletin. If you have any questions or suggestions, please call Angela at 412-884-7744.

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blood Drive for Life is Monday, January 19, 2004 at St. Benedict the Moor Church (near Mellon Arena) between 1:00 & 7:00 PM. Sponsored by the diocesan Office for Black Catholic Ministries and the Central Blood Bank, the event is a way to commemorate the legacy of Dr. King and to celebrate life as we remember the Roe. vs. Wade decision to legalize abortion. All, regardless of race, nationality, gender and religion are invited to share the gift of life. Call 412-456-3170 to register or for more information.

“ 1000 CLUB” WINNERS
Thu., Jan.1st…#492..Not Sold…$50
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Sat., Jan. 3rd…#807...George Einloth…$50
Sun., Jan.4th…#892...Anna Marie Huebner…$100
Mon., Jan. 5th…#438...Not Sold…$50
Tues., Jan.6th…#420...David Miller…$50
Wed., Jan.7th…#614...Ron Jones…$50
Thank you to all that bought and sold tickets.
768 tickets were sold! Great job everyone!