St. Margaret of Scotland Parish

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Inserts: Prayer Shawl Ministry

January 22, 2012

School News

Recognition

Congratulations to Mrs. Gina Whitehair on being recognized by PPG associates for her active involvement in our school. Gina is in charge of our Script/Gift Card program. She received a check for $1000.00! This check is for the school to use in its' fundraising efforts! Thank you Gina and PPG Industries Foundation!

Market Day pick-up

Market Day Pick-up is tomorrow from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm in the school cafeteria.

Parent conferences

The teachers will be having parent conferences on Thursday and Friday.

Penance Retreat

We end our week with the second grade students attending a Penance Retreat on Saturday from 9:30 am - 12:00 pm.

Tournament

The Forensics team travels to St. Louise de Marillac for a tournament.

Night at the Races

St. Margaret of Scotland School Athletic Association will hold their Annual Night at the Races on Saturday, February 4, 2012. Doors open at 6:00 pm, with dinner at 6:30 pm and races starting at 7:00 pm. Cost is $15.00 per person, or $25.00 per couple. Admission includes: buffet dinner, and beverages. Chinese Auction tickets sold separately. For tickets, please contact Amy at the school 412-922-4765, by January 30.

Gift

What I am is God's gift to me.
What I become is my gift back to God.

—Anonymous

Youth Ministry

Java and Jesus

Join us THIS Wednesday, January 25 from 7:00-8:00 pm at Starbucks on Greentree Road for a tasty Starbucks beverage and a Youth Group meeting.

Donations for the Poor

On February 12, the Youth Ministry will participate in the “Love Walk for the Poor.” On the weekend of January 28 and 29, a donation box will be located in the lobby of the church for the following items that are needed: diapers, baby wipes, and non-perishable food items. These items will then be given out to the homeless and poor of our region by the Youth Ministry on February 12, during the “Love Walk for the Poor.” Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity.

Youth Night

Our next Youth Night will be on January 29 from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Hoehle House.

Souper Bowl of Caring

Since 1990, more than $71 million has been raised for local charities across the country through the Souper Bowl of Caring. It has become a powerful movement that is transforming the time around Super Bowl weekend into the nation's largest celebration of giving and serving. Following all Masses on the weekend of February 4 and 5 members of the Youth Ministry will be collecting donations for the Souper Bowl of Caring.  Every dollar donated will go directly to the Southwest Food Pantry.

Last year in an incredible display of generosity by the parishioners of our parish, we were able to raise $1,483.23!  Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity.

CCD News

CCD Classes

NO CLASSES Monday, January 23. Tuesday, January 24 classes are in session.

Baptism Class

Our next Baptism Class will be held on Sunday, February 5, 2012 after the 12:15 pm Mass. You must register for the class by calling 412-921-1613. A date cannot be confirmed for baptism until you have attended the class and your documents are in the office.

Free Throw Championship

All boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are invited to compete in the Knights of Columbus Regis J. Sheehan Memorial Council #12355 Free Throw Championship. Competition will be held on Sunday January 29 at 2:00 pm in the Greentree Borough Municipal Gym. There will be awards for each age group. No pre-registration is necessary. Proof of age is required at the time of competitions (a birth certificate is preferable.) If there are any questions, please call Bill O'Connor at 412-716-5577.

Confirmation Documents

Anyone expecting to be Confirmed this Spring must submit Confirmation Registration forms, baptismal /sponsor information, and/or parish form to the Religious Education Office immediately. If you have any questions please contact the Religious Education Office at 412 921-1613 or email: smosdre@gmail.com.

First Penance Retreat

The First Penance Retreat for second grade students and their parent(s) is scheduled for Saturday, January 28 from 9:30-Noon in the school cafeteria.

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Members will meet on Monday, January 23 at 7:00 pm in the Hoehle House

Children's Liturgy of the Word

There have been some interested adults who have come forward to volunteer for this ministry. If we have enough help we can schedule two Masses or more a month probably at the 10:00 am, and/or at the 12:15 pm Sunday Masses. We have the resources available, training is minimum and takes about 20 minutes to participate. You will still be “attending” Mass, the only difference is that the readings are from the Children's Lectionary.

Save the Date

It's that time of year again to prepare for the annual Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community! In recent years Angels Place has been fortunate to have many participants walk on their behalf. Last year, nearly 130 walkers joined together to raise almost $7,000 to help cover the cost of childcare expenses at our three centers. Angels Place provides single parents who are low-income, full-time students, with the help needed to complete their education through no-pay child care and family support programs. We provide a loving, nurturing , safe and healthy environment that every parent and child deserves.

Tax Receipts

If you would like to receive a statement of your contribution for 2011 (for tax purposes), please fill out the form below. Drop it off ( along with a self-addressed envelope) at the Parish Office, or drop it in the collection basket.

Name:__________________________________

Address:____________________________________
__________________________________________

Envelope Number: ____________

Altar Servers

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28
4:00 pm - Kaley Forster & Hannah Mitchell

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29
8:00 am - Jenny Murtha & Shawn Murtha
10:00 am - Joshua Short & Zachary Trusky
12:15 pm - Devan & Dylan Procopio

Lectors

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28
4:00 pm - Sara Ciesielski

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29
8:00 am - Randy Detweiler
10:00 am - Josephine Ritter
12:15 pm - Meg Gegick

Weekly Offering

Offertory … $9,287.52
Parish Share … $2,090.00
St. Anthony/DePaul Institute … $2,154.00


Mass Intentions for January 21 - 29, 2012

Saturday, January 21, 2011
4:00 pm Mim Osman (Miriam and Gene Rossi)

Sunday, January 22, 2012 - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am For Our Living and Deceased Parishioners
10:00 am Peter J. Pollice (Wife Audrey and Family)
12:15 pm Mary Carolyn Pauley Murray (Geraldine and Kristan Hayward)

Monday, January 23, 2012
9:00 am Bill Cramer (Dolores Thomas Family)

Tuesday, January 24, 2012 - St. Francis de Sales
9:00 am Louise Seredinski (Friends)

Wednesday, January 25, 2012
9:00 am Anna Lamb (Betty and Gene Glancy)

Thursday, January 26, 2012 - SS. Timothy and Titus
9:00 am Joseph Prah (Daughter)

Friday, January 27, 2012 - St. Angela Merici
9:00 am Peter J. Pollice (Wife Audrey and Family)

Saturday, January 28, 2012
4:00 pm Eugene Glancy (Virginia McCloskey)

Sunday, January 29, 2012 - Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am Helen Stepnick (Bob and Joanne Dapper)
10:00 am For Our Living and Deceased Parishioners
12:15 pm Garnetta Betkowski (St. Margaret of Scotland Women's Group)

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