ALL DAY SCRAPBOOKING EVENT! - Our Lady of Peace · Mrs. Ashley Caldwell ... Michael & Denise Gaines FRIDAY, February 21, 2014 ... Interested candidates should forward a resume stating

2401 West 38th Street, Erie, PA 16506

February 16, 2014 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Our Lady of Peace

ALL DAY SCRAPBOOKING EVENT!

PRESENTED BY THE OUR LADY OF PEACE FAMILIES TOGETHER MINISTRY

SATURDAY, February 22, 2014 9:00AM – 9:00PM Our Lady of Peace School Cafeteria

CATCH UP ON YOUR SCRAPBOOKING LEARN SCRAPBOOKING

GREAT CONVERSATION GOOD FOOD AND NO COOKING! BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, DRINKS & SNACKS PROVIDED!

1 Name_______________________________ Email______________________________________ Add________________________________ Phone_____________________________________ 2 Name_______________________________ Email______________________________________ Add_________________________________ Phone_____________________________________ 3 Name_______________________________ Email______________________________________ Add_________________________________ Phone_____________________________________ 4 Name________________________________ Email_____________________________________ Add__________________________________ Phone____________________________________

Do you need electric at your table? Yes No

$30.00 PER PERSON or TABLE OF 4/$25.00 EA

For additional information contact Debbie Patterson at 833-5568 Registration & Payment Due ASAP to: Debbie Patterson, 2817 West 35th Street, Erie, PA 16506 Checks payable to: Our Lady of Peace

Bake Sale TODAY after all the Masses (until supplies last) Benefiting the OLP Cheerleaders

as they will be traveling to Cleveland for a competition

OUR LADY OF PEACE CHURCH ERIE, PA

Our Mission Statement: Our Lady of Peace is a Catholic Community of Faith called to proclaim the

greatness of the Lord through Worship, Service, Education and Ministry. Parish Office Phone

814-833-7701 Fax

814-833-7702 Website

www.olp.org E-mail

[email protected] School

814-838-3548 Pre School

814-838-3886 Faith Formation Office

814-838-9983 Office Hours: 8:00AM - 8:00PM

Business Hours: 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Parish Pastoral Team Pastor

Rev. Theodore B. Marconi Parochial Vicar

Rev. David Renne Permanent Deacons

Rev. Dr. Anthony Alleruzzo Rev. Mr. John Mang

School Principal Miss Mary Beth Ek

Advancement Director Mrs. Ashley Caldwell

Music/Liturgy Director Mr. Brian Kuzmin

Faith Formation Director Mrs. Tammie Mang

Office Manager Mr. Ron Erb

Office Secretary Mrs. Cynthia Berarducci

Pastoral Council President Mr. Garett Brugger

Finance Council Chairman Mr. Paul Vojtek

The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the First & Third Sunday of each month, 11:00AM Mass & 12:30PM respectively. A mandatory preparation class for parents takes place the fourth Monday of every other month. Dates are: 2014: Mar. 24, May 19, July 28, Sept. 22, Nov. 17. Call the Parish office to register. Sacrament of Matrimony An appointment with a parish priest needs to be made at least six months prior to the wedding date. PreCana or Engagement Encounter is required. Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 3:45 - 4:45PM or by appt. New Parishioners Welcome! Registration forms are available in the Parish Office or register online. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation) Anyone seeking information on becoming a Catholic or completing one’s initiation into the Catholic faith should call the Parish Office.

“Be the woman God created you to be, and you will set the world ablaze!” Saint Catherine of Siena

OLP Morning Doves: Meeting, in the Social Room,

after 9:00AM School Mass on Thursday, February 20th

OLP Evening Doves: Meeting, in the Social Room,

Thursday, February 27th 7:00PM

Sunday, February 23, 2014 L'Arche Erie Lasagna Tasting Competition

The Concourse at Union Station 1:00 - 4:00PM

L'Arche Erie is a local, nonprofit, community of faith which provides family-like homes of hope and belonging for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

On February 23rd, L'Arche is holding its second annual Lasagna Tasting Competition featuring eight restaurants from our local area. The public plus a panel of celebrity judges will determine the winning entries. In addition to the opportunity to get a "taste of Italy," attendees will be able to enjoy local chocolates, complementary cookies and coffee, live music, and an auction of desirable prizes donated by Erie businesses. Tickets purchased in advance are just $15; at the door, tickets will be $20.

For more information, call L'Arche Erie at 452-2065 or visit www.larcheerie.org. Greg Bosner, an OLP parishioner and a member of the L'Arche Board, can assist anyone as well. His number is 838-9224.

MASS INTENTIONS MONDAY, February 17, 2014 7:00AM Ray Brown - Patricia Kelleher 12:10PM Vicki Intrieri - Gaylord & Peg Magoon

TUESDAY, February 18, 2014 7:00AM Mildred Madonia - Family 12:10PM Mary Ann Sickeri - Gert Anderson

WEDNESDAY, February 19, 2014 7:00AM Helen Rita Pasinski - Ed & Maryann Davis 12:10PM Mary DiPaolo - Family

THURSDAY, February 20, 2014 7:00AM Carl Coates - Dave, Mary, Joe, Dennis, & Julie Oborski 9:00AM School Mass - Nick Barlow - Ehrman Family 12:10PM Felix Federowicz, Jr - Michael & Denise Gaines

FRIDAY, February 21, 2014 7:00AM Mary Bertges - Eileen & Ed Gubish 12:10PM Deceased Members of the Nawrocki Family - Dave Nawrocki

SATURDAY, February 22, 2014 8:00AM Donald Daugherty - Family 5:00PM Joan Kensinger - Belle & Mike Koncewicz

SUNDAY, February 23, 2014 7:30AM John & Henrietta Berchtold - Sister, Marie Erstfeld 9:00AM Ray Stebell - Wife, Jean 11:00AM Whitey Stossmeister - Family 4:30PM Parishioners

Readings for the Week of February 16th Monday: Jas 1:1-11; Ps 119:67-68, 71-72, 75-76; Mk 8:11-13 Tuesday: Jas 1:12-18; Ps 94:12-13a; 14-15, 18-19; Mk 8:14-21 Wednesday: Jas 1:19-27; Ps 15:2-4ab, 5; Mk 8:22-26 Thursday: Jas 2:1-9; Ps 34:2-7; Mk 8:27-33 Friday: Jas 2:14-24, 26; Ps 112:1-6; Mk 8:34 — 9:1 Saturday: 1 Pt 5:1-4; Ps 23:1-3a, 4-6; Mt 16:13-19 Sunday: Lv 19:1-2, 17-18; Ps 103:1-4, 8, 10, 12-13; 1 Cor 3:16-23; Mt 5:38-48

SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 16, 2014

PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED - Please pray for Ray Buck, father of Ginny Dombrowski. May his family find hope and consolation through their faith in the resurrected Lord.

SANCTUARY LAMP - The lamp is burning this week in memory of Elizabeth Reid - Sisters of St. Joseph.

CHAPEL LAMP - The lamp is burning this week in memory of Lester Grabill - Marty Braeger.

Spring Tea Saturday, May 3rd

The House of Mercy neighborhood outreach ministry of the Sisters of Mercy will host a Spring Tea on Saturday, May 3, 2014, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, 1553 E. Grandview Blvd., Scheffner Hall from 2:00 - 5:00PM. This old fashioned tea includes a silent auction, tea, sandwiches and cookies.

Tickets will be on sale after all the Masses at OLP the weekend of April 12/13. Tickets are $20 and are also available at the Sisters of Mercy, 444 E Grandview Blvd., information desk. For more info please contact Sr. Michele at 814-898-0167 or

email: [email protected]

Members of the 31 Club agree to go to daily Mass on a particular day every month and offer that Mass for an increase of vocations to the Church. There is a great need for vocations in the Church today. One of the best ways to increase vocations is through prayer, and the greatest prayer we have is the holy sacrifice of the Mass.

Upcoming Mass commitments: Feb. 16: Dee Dee B., Kathi K., Ed Z. Feb . 17: Len & Cathy K., Helen W., Barbara W. Feb. 18: Frank G., Kathy T., Carlee Y. Feb. 19: Amber D., Chris L. Feb. 20: Debi C., Kim D., James T., Roseann G. Feb. 21: George O., Connie R., Maureen T. Feb. 22: John G., Ruth H., Sally R., Dianne Y.

If you would like to join the OLP 31 Club, please call Dave or Kathy Wayman at 454-8974. There are no dues and no meetings, only opportunities for grace and the satisfaction that comes from helping to fulfill a great need in the Church.

OLP 31 Club Praying for vocations every day of the year!

People who live solely for themselves are eventually corrupted by their own company. Anonymous

OUR LADY OF PEACE CHURCH ERIE, PA

A Stewardship of Sharing Week of February 2, 2014

Fiscal Year July 2013 - June 2014

Weekly Envelope ........................................ $ 15,538 Weekly EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer) .... $ 1,590 Loose ........................................................... $ 1,429 Other Income .............................................. $ 281 Total Weekly Income ................................ $ 18,838

Projected Expenses for the Year ......... $ 1,111,529 Expenses Paid So Far This Year ........ $ 528,386 Expenses Yet To Be Paid ...................... $ 583,143 Weekly Need Remainder of the Year…$ 26,507* Weekly Income…………………….….. $ 18,838 Weekly Short ....….…………….….… $ 7,669 *This number is derived by dividing expenses yet to be paid by the number of weeks left in the year.

Soccer Coach Needed

OLP School is looking for a

Girls JV Soccer Coach

Any interested parties

may contact:

Craig Moffatt, 833-3148

“Put a Little Spring in Your Step” Silver Sizzlers Revue

April 10, 2014

Our motor coach will depart at 8:00AM with a brief coffee and necessary stop on the way. Then it’s off to the lodge for some fine food. Lunch will begin at Noon and continue till show time at 1:30PM. After the show we will head out for a light dinner stop with some shopping.

$85.99 (includes driver gratuity) Due by March 1, 2014

Don’t forget trip cancelation Protection is only $9.95

For reservations or more info: call Maxine at 833-7389

Join the Asbury Seniors as we plan two separate trips...

Servants of Mary Center for Peace May 20, 2014

Join us today as we see what one couple did with 50 acres of land and a run-down farmhouse. Then we will depart for near-by Ashtabula for some lunch as well as some sightseeing with an area guide who knows all the special spots of interest including Ashtabula’s historically rich Harbor Area and “Millionaires Row.” We will take one final detour on our way home, stopping at a lake front winery for some tasting before we call it a day enjoying our new found friends and savoring the joy of the day.

$69. (includes driver gratuity) Due by April 15, 2014 Trip Cancelation Protection is available & recommended $9.95

For reservations or more info: call Maxine at 833-7389

A Family Perspective

To experience the peace which Christ promises we must shed our grudges, jealousy and feelings of being misunderstood, unappreciated or ignored. Peace and anger don’t mix. Today’s gospel warns, if you want peace in your heart and home, get rid of your anger. Anger is too costly.

Knights of Columbus

NOTE: Change of Location

The Knights of Columbus will hold their monthly meeting in the School Cafeteria on

Tuesday, February 18th, at 6:45PM for rosary and 7:00PM for the meeting.

Please plan on attending, as there are plans and decisions that need to be made on the future direction of the Our Lady of Peace KofC Council.

Catholic Elementary School Principal Opening

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Elementary School in Erie is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as its Principal beginning in the 2014-2015 school year. The Principal administers the development and direction of the spiritual and instructional programs of the school in accordance with the Diocese of Erie guidelines. Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Education (certification in administration preferred) and a minimum of 5 years teaching; Valid/current PA elementary or K-12 principal certificate; Practicing Catholic committed to Catholic Education. Interested candidates should forward a resume stating education and work history, a letter of interest, certification, current clearances, transcripts, and a minimum of three references by March 3, 2014 to: Diocese of Erie, Director of Catholic Schools, 429 East Grandview Blvd., PO Box 10397, Erie, PA 16514-0397.

SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 16, 2014

FAITH FORMATION NEWS

NO ELEMENTARY OR SECONDARY RELIGIOUS ED CLASSES THIS WEEK, FEBRUARY 16, 2014.

Elementary (Grades K-5) Religious Ed classes next week. Classes meet in the OLP school at 10:30AM. Dismissal is 12:15PM from the gym. Confirmation classes this week, February 16, 2014. Classes meet 6:00 - 8:00PM in the OLP School. ALL COMPLETED FORMS INCLUDING - COMPLETE BISHOP LETTER WITH SIGNATURE - ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 28TH.

The sacrament of Confirmation will be at 7:00PM Mass on Monday, April 28, 2014. Secondary (Grades 6-10) Religious Ed classes next week, February 23, 2014, from 5:30 to 7:30PM in the OLP school. Next class, February 23, 2014, Grades 7 & 8 Retreat. Grade 7 & 8 students report to the gym at 1:45PM. Students will be attending 4:30 Mass and having dinner in the cafeteria. Dismissal is at 7:30PM from the gym. Bring completed permission slips to the retreat.

The complete calendar and all forms can be found on our website at www.olp.org.

For more info please contact Tammie Mang, Faith Formation Director, at

838-9983, or [email protected].

OLP Senior High Youth Group

If you are in Grades 9 - 12 then...

...plan on joining the Youth Group as they meet every Wednesday at 7:00PM in the Church Social Room.

February 19th Guest Speaker February 26th YCEA

(Young Catholic Eucharistic Adoration) will be held at OLP at 7:00PM.

Any questions, or the complete schedule contact: Fr. David Renne at 833-7701 x 205 or

[email protected]

EMMAUS Soup Kitchen Check Presentation

The proceeds, $2,094.23, from the OLP Senior High Youth Group Box Village, held in January, were presented to Sr. Mary Miller, OSB, Director of EMMAUS Soup Kitchen.

Pictured below: Emily Cratty, Jen Malue, Emily Abramczyk, Stephen Ventrello, Ann Fischer, Fr. David Renne, Amanda Espin, Sr. Mary Miller

Save the Date!!!

OLP has the privilege of hosting YCEA on Wednesday, February 26 at 7PM.

YCEA stands for Young Catholic Eucharistic Adoration.

It is an hour of adoration before the Blessed Sacrament that is held at various churches and schools throughout our diocese in an effort to build up our faith community. It is for the young as well as the young at heart and will be enhanced by music provided by Selah Praise Band. The sacrament of reconciliation will also be available. It will conclude at 8:00PM with light refreshments in the vestibule.

Please come and join us for a night of faith, fellowship, and fun

Question of the Week Reading I: Sirach 15:15-20.

(our free will)

Reading II: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10.

(true wisdom)

Gospel: Matthew 5:17-37.

(the old Law and the new)

Question of the Week: ADULT: How do you reconcile with those who have offended or hurt you?

CHILD: When have you taken the first step to make up with someone who has hurt you or

whom you have offended?

Our Lady of Peace Parish Membership Form Name ___________________________________________________ Phone __________________

Address __________________________________________________________________________

City ____________________________________________ Zip ______________________________

Please drop Membership Form into the offertory basket or mail to rectory.

CHECK ONE:

New Registration

Change of Address

Moving out of Parish

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Selah Praise Band Our Lady of Peace Contemporary Praise Band

Presents An evening of music and

fellowship at

Faith Café

Faith Café is a relaxed, family-friendly venue where people gather to listen to live Christian music, hear a brief inspirational message, and enjoy refreshments and wonderful fellowship.

Admission is free though donations are welcome.

Saturday, February 22, 2014 7:30 to 9:00PM

Emmanuel Presbyterian Church

3520 Perry Street, Erie Take 38th Street East to Perry Street (2nd left beyond Pine Avenue). Turn left on Perry Street. Travel North two blocks to Emmanuel Presbyterian Church.

SAVE THE DATE Mardi Gras Celebration

Saturday, March 1st following 5:00PM Mass

Lenten Talk & Pot Luck Dinner!

Sponsored by the Families Together Ministry

Play an instrument? Join OLP’s Music Ministry!

If God gave you the love and gift of music, Music Ministry wants you! We are looking for skilled instrumentalists of all kinds to join us for Holy Week and Easter Celebrations. We are particularly interested in trumpet and other brass instruments, as well as oboe. New vocalists are also always needed and welcomed! For more information, contact Brian Kuzmin, Director of Music and Liturgy, or stop by a regular rehearsal and check us out!

For more information, contact: Brian Kuzmin – 833-7701 x 203, [email protected] For Selah/SpiritSong: Debby Holmes – 838-6306, For Voice of Peace: Lesley Lopez – 464-7177

Voice of Peace Choir SpiritSong Youth Ensemble Traditional and Ensemble for youth who love contemporary choral music to sing or play Next rehearsal – Thursday an instrument February 20th at 7pm Next rehearsal – Wednesday February 19th at 5:15pm Selah Praise Band Contemporary praise Resurrection Choir and worship band Helps lead music at parish Next rehearsal – Wednesday funerals February 19th at 7pm No regular rehearsals

ERIEDIOCESAN

CEMETERIES814-838-7724

Calvary Cemetery,

Mausoleums

& Main Office

3325 West Lake Road

Trinity Cemetery

Corner of West Lake Rd.

& Peninsula Drive

Gate of Heaven

Cemetery & Mausoleum

5711 West Lake Road

Mary, Queen

of Peace

Cemetery & Mausoleum

6000 Lake Pleasant Road

Linda ChrzanowskiFamily Services Representative

814-838-7724WWW.ERIEDC.ORG

Mausoleum/Niche Space and Full/Cremation Grave Space

728 West 9th Street 455-2349William M. Lyden • Hubert A. St. George • James J. Orlando

John Ehrman’s

1620 W. 8th St. 456-6211

JEHILBRICH

ELECTRIC, INC.454-3809

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814-833-7733

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Robert P. Esser, D.D.S.

Come Sail Away on a 7-night Catholic Exotic Cruisestarting as low as $1175 per couple. Daily Mass and

Rosary offered. Deposit of only $100 per personwill reserve your cabin.

Space is limited. Thanks and God Bless,

Brian or Sally, coordinators 860.399.1785

W. John Knox, Esq.Parishioner

240 WEST 11TH STREET, SUITE B-050ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA 16501

814.923.4684Email: [email protected]

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm • Closed Saturday & SundayRick “Ranger” Howell, owner, has over 27 years experience in the Auto Collision Industry

combined with the 30 years experience of our shop manager, Dana Randall

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Sherry TrappMagical Planner

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Joseph Chiprean, REALTOR®

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Affordable Funeral Services • Preplanning

On Site Cremation Tribute CenterPartners: Carl T., Garett J., Austin, J., Carl R., & Leo J. Brugger III

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SCALISE FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.836-1038

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Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. • Member FINRA/SIPC

Gene Schlosser, Agent2244 W 38th StreetErie, PA 16506-4563Bus 814.838.9650 Fax [email protected]

JOSEPH A. YOCHIMAttorney At Law

Real Estate • Probate Estates • Wills

Auto Accident Claims • Business • Corporations

345 W. 6th St., Erie • Parishioner

454-6345

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Residential Relocation Specialist

Member Million Dollar Club

Parishioner

3738 Sterrettania Road

Erie, PA 16506

Office: (814) 835-1200 Ext. 25

Cell: (814) 392-9130

Email: [email protected]

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ThankYou Erie

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ANTHONY J. ALLERUZZO, D.D.S.RYAN D. BLANC, D.D.SJOHN E. M. MICELI, D.M.D.Family Dentistry

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Michael W. Beuchert, CLU, LUTCFAUTO, HOME, LIFE and HEALTH INSURANCE NEEDS

Long Term Care InsuranceMedicare SupplementsTelephone: 833-5433

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LOESEL-SCHAAFINSURANCE AGENCY, INC.

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please call the Parish Office.

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Mark Your Calendar for Various Area Events Tuesday, February 18 PALS Support Group 7:00 - 9:00PM St. Mark Catholic Center, 429 East Grandview Blvd, Erie In the Bishop Michael J. Murphy Conference Room (entrance located in the back of the building on west side) PALS Support Group (People After Loss from Suicide) is a grief support group that offers encouragement and education to all who suffer from the loss of a loved one by suicide. For more information contact the Catholic Charities Office at 814-824-1250. Thursday, February 21 Cancer Support Group 7:00 - 8:15PM St. Mark Catholic Center, 429 East Grandview Blvd, Erie In the Bishop Michael J. Murphy Conference Room (entrance located in the back of the building on west side) Individuals & families dealing with cancer are invited to share thoughts, hopes, angers and fears about cancer. The Cancer Support Group is led by Deacon Tom Matusiak who was a cancer caregiver. It is open to all people who are open to God’s presence in their lives. For more information contact Deacon Tom via email at [email protected] or at Holy Trinity Church at 814/456-0671. Saturday/Sunday, February 22 & 23; March 1 & 2 OLP Girl Scout Cookie Sales The OLP Girl Scouts will sell “Girl Scout Cookies” at all the Masses. Sunday, February 23 Transitions: A Monthly Peer Support Group 2:00 - 4:00PM St. Mark Catholic Center, 429 East Grandview Blvd, Erie Are you Widowed, Separated or Divorced? Consider attending Transitions, a peer support group. This month’s topic is: “Who am I now that I’m Single.” Call 814-824-1265 or e-mail: [email protected] for more information. Visit: www.eriered.org/transitions.asp Saturday, March 1st NOVA is a one-day marriage preparation program NOVA is a one-day marriage preparation program for couples free to marry in the Catholic Church. Topics include adjustments, blending families, legal issues and others. Contact the Family Life Office at 814-824-1261 or by e-mail at: [email protected] to register. Offered only four times per year, the next NOVA is scheduled in March. Couples preparing for convalidation are encouraged to apply. Thursday, March 13 OLP FSA Chuck E. Cheese Fundraiser Look for more info in the bulletin… Sunday, March 23 Spaghetti Dinner Hosted by: OLP Relay for Life Mark your calendar now to help support cancer research. Check out next weekend’s “Lenten Offerings” feature in FaithLife’s February 23rd edition for Lenten Dinners and activities.

At the end of January 2014 we sent out about 2400 personal letters to all of our OLP families giving them information about their giving to the parish in 2013.

We included a green and white envelope in that letter for the 2014 Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) asking that everyone contribute something to this years’ campaign. Our ideal goal would be that we hear from every family whether they can give a gift or not. Our secondary goal is to hear from 800 families which would be about 30% of families. Last year we had heard from only 550 families. Won’t you please take the time to find that envelope, return it to us with your intention to help us reach our goal of raising $60,000? Once we reach that goal we can proceed with continued plans for new carpeting in the church.

As of this printing we have heard from 194 families. Let’s hear from you this week!

"Serving God by Serving Others: United in the Spirit of Love”