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Parish Office
724-863-9550
www.immaculateconceptionir.org
Parish Staff
Pastor
Fr. John Moineau
Parochial Vicar
Rev. Roniel Bantugan Duenas
Business Manager
Barbara Dubosky
Director of Faith Formation
Ginny McConnell
Regional Sr. Youth Ministry Coord.
Susan Cheplic
Director of Music Ministry
Tyler Randolph
Handbell & Children’s Choir Direc-
Brenda Osinski
Queen of Angels
Catholic School
Principal of Queen of Angels School
Sandra Stonebraker
724-978-0144
www.queenofangelssch.org
Diocese of Greensburg
www.dioceseofgreensburg.org
Catholic Charities
724-837-1840
St. Vincent DePaul
724-691-3711
THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD
The Beginning of Jesus
Priestly Ministry
This Sunday, the Feast of the baptism of the
Lord brings the Christmas Season to a
formal end. The readings these past weeks
about Jesus’ birth and infancy are followed
rather abruptly by an account that takes
place thirty years later. What connects today
with the other feasts of this season is that it
celebrates another dimension of Jesus’
manifestation to the world as “Eternal High
Priest”. As I mentioned last weekend on the
feast of the Epiphany, the gift of
Frankincense, the perfume of the temple
which was given by Casper, symbolized the
important role of Jesus’ ministry as teacher,
healer and bridge between man and God.
It was not necessary for Jesus to be bap-
tized, for He was free from original sin, but
He insisted that He be baptized for other
reasons.
1) When John baptizes Jesus, it is the first
time the two come into direct contact.
The Evangelists Matthew, Mark and Luke begin Jesus’ public ministry with the
preaching of John the Baptist. It is a clear call to repentance. When Jesus encounters
John the Baptist at the Jordan, it is as though Jesus received the torch from His fore
runner. Jesus begins His preaching with the same theme: “Repent, the kingdom of
God is near.”
2) Jesus’ Baptism not only marks the beginning of His priestly ministry but reminds us
of the perfect sacrifice in which this ministry would end… In His death. The water of
baptism for Jesus as well as for us is a reminder that we die to this world so we can
share in the heavenly Kingdom. As Jesus is immersed in the waters of the Jordan He
dies to the simple notion that he is just a man. He ascends from the water with the
epiphany of which the gift of myrrh calls to mind… He was born to die… to be the
perfect and lasting sacrifice for sins… He is more than a man as the words of the
Father proclaims: “This is my beloved Son”.
These reasons of Jesus baptism calls us to examine more deeply the meaning of our
own Baptism. While our baptism is necessary for cleansing of original sin it is only the
beginning of what we are called to live. We too are expected to proclaim the Gospel and
live as the Father’s beloved changed from earthly desires to Hope in the Eternal.
Remember our vocation is sanctified in Baptism. We must find our path through our
calling in life. That may be as a single, religious, priest or a married person… but all in
all.. In the image of Christ and the hope of sharing forever with Him in Heaven.
BEING STEWARDS OF OUR BAPTISM
When we have died through the waters of Baptism we have died to the mundane
things that hold us fast to the worldly desires and concerns. We participate in this
truth by exhibiting acts of Faith, Hope and Charity. These virtues are the
mainstream of our life in Christ.
THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD JANUARY 13, 2019
CHARITY
I want to thank all for the incredible acts of charity that you have shown for and
through our parish this past Advent and Christmas. Many people responded to the
needs of the poor via the St. Vincent De Paul, the giving tree and other monetary gifts
to aid the poor of our parish and the surrounding region. This charity continued in the
offerings that were collected during our Christmas Celebration. Our Christmas collec-
tion most generous this year and most appreciated. These gifts show your trust in me
as a steward of your treasures for the work of the Church. I promise they will be used
to further the mission of Christ.
FAITH
Faith is a gift that must be nurtured and shared. You are welcomed to share in the
ongoing opportunities of devotion, study and prayer that the parish offers weekly.
Consider:
1) Tuesday Adoration, Confession and Evening Mass. The 6:30 PM Mass on
Tuesday evening is a great way to participate in a more intimate and quiet set-
ting. Treat yourself to another opportunity to be renewed in the Word and
Eucharist.
2) Consider taking Home the Elijah Cup and pray for vocations! The Sign up list is
in the vestibule of the church.
3) Consider joining the Christian Mother’s; the monthly (Wednesday night) adora-
tion or the Immaculata Men’s/Women’s Group for fellowship and prayer. Call
office for more information.
HOPE
Being stewards of Hope means that even in the face of difficulties our eyes stay affixed on God.
ABORTION -One of the great difficulties is to see that abortion is still a part
of the law and mind set of our Nation. Pray ardently for the end of this tragedy
and support those, or join those, who will go to Washington this month for the
Pro-Life March. There is a bus available leaving from Saint Agnes for all those
who desire to go. The information is in this week’s bulletin.
OPIOD ADDICTION- This addiction is over taking our nation and destroying
individuals and families. Pray in Hope for those who suffer this horrible bond-
age and support our local Substance Addiction Ministry (SAM) and their work
to aid those in our community. Join us in reciting the Divine Mercy Chaplet
during Eucharistic Adoration at Immaculate Conception on the first Tuesday of
every month at the Noon hour.
POVERTY – Jesus said that we will always have the poor among us and this
is a sign of our call to reach out to others in their need. Those who we serve in
their poverty build the Kingdom of God on the Virtue of Hope. We cannot end
the worldly needs of others but we can instill in them the trust of God’s love.
MATERIALISM – Worldly desires and pursuits distract us from the greater
gifts. Jesus said “what does a man profit if he gains the whole world but loses
his soul.” This reminds us to instill hope in what is not obtainable through
worldly pursuits but through discipleship in the Kingdom of God.
APOSTACY – Hope comes in not fulfilling our Ego or following our own decrees but to follow the truth of the
Gospel. Many, who call themselves Christians, have forgotten the call to obedience and self sacrifice. Let us al-
ways be mindful, in our own pursuits, not to substitute what “works for us” for what Truth leads to the kingdom.
The call to discipleship means accepting the way of the cross and following Christ’s example.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH IRWIN, PA
Sunday, January 13
8:00 Joyce Pozzuto (Courtney)
10:00 Our Parish Family
11:30 Helen Galka (Rose & Rich)
Monday, January 14
7:45 Clarence Heidler (Lorraine)
Tuesday, January 15
7:45 Leo & Pauline Balcerek (Family)
6:30 Bill Veronick (Family)
Wednesday, January 16
7:45 Special Intention for
Jeannie Farabaugh (Family)
Thursday, January 17
7:45 Hedy & Bill DeZorzi (Family)
Friday, January 18
7:45 Diane Stecik (Dear Friends)
Saturday, January 19
8:00 Al & Mary Lou Lynn (Family)
5:00 Betty Valenti (Norman/Eileen)
Sunday, January 20
8:00 Vincent Smith (Rita)
10:00 Ken & Flo Rottmund (Family)
11:30 Our Parish Family
Sanctuary Candle: In Memory of Bernard, Marion & Angel
Arendas by Family
Easter Flame Candle: In Memory of Edward Iwanowski by
Friends
Divine Mercy Candle: Special Intention for Zachary Donnelly
by Kathleen
St. Peregrine Candle: All That Are Inflicted With Cancer by
Toots
Altar Candles: for January in memory of Robert Moineau by
Immaculate Conception Parish Staff
Sunday Readings
The Baptism of the Lord
Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11
Titus 2:11-14,3:4-7
Gospel of Luke 3:15-16,21-22
Second Sunday In Ordinary Time
Isaiah 62:1-5
1 Corinthians 12:4-11
Gospel of John 2:1-11
Prayers and Sympathy
Please pray for the families of Gertrude McCue, Joan Brode,
Josephine Sige and John J. O’Connell, who died recently. Also to
the family of Dolores Gurowski, whose sister, Evelyn Miller, died
recently.
Schedule of Events
Weds ............................................................. Journey to Scripture
Stewardship Corner:
Our Time, Talent and Treasure are the gifts we share.
Sunday Offertory
This Week $
FAITH FORMATION
Grades 1 and 2 – Faith Formation for Public School Students,
Saturday, January 19, 9:00 – 11:00 am, Second Floor of the
Formation Center
Grade 5 – Faith Formation for Public School Students-
Saturday Group , Saturday, January 19, 9:00 – 11:00 am, Miss
Ginny’s Office
Grades 3-6 – Faith Formation for Public School Students,
Monday, January 21, 6-7:30 pm
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Knights of Columbus Free Throw
Championship - All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are
invited to participate in the local competition for the
Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship.
The local competition will be held Sunday January
13, 2019 at Queen of Angels Gymnasium and start
time is 2:00 PM. Boys and Girls will compete in their respective
age divisions with winners progressing through local, district and
state competitions. For questions or registration information
please call or email Al Borgony ([email protected]) at 724
-864-3487 or Mike Boccabella ([email protected]) at 724-
864-6680.
Thank you to all who gave to the St. Jude
Council 9019 Knights of Columbus Donations
for Vocations Collection. The total collection
this year for 2019 was $2,053.00. Thank you
again for your generosity.
Super Bingo! – The 412 Senior Youth Ministry
Super Bingo fundraiser is Saturday, January
26th at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Mack Hall.
Doors open at 11:00 am for lunch. Early bird
bingo starts at 12:00 pm. Tickets are $25.
Tickets are available in the parish office or mail
a check made payable to “Saint Agnes” to Saint Agnes, Re: Super
Bingo, 11400 St. Agnes Lane, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642.
Questions/reserve seating, call Mary Blythe at 724-864-5393. See
flier inside of this bulletin.
Please Help—This Sunday, January 13, after
11:30 mass, we could use your help
disassembling & packing away the decorations,
trees & nativity to prepare for Ordinary Sunday.
Hope to see you there!
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish will be holding a CPSL Group
Training Clearance session, Saturday, Feb 2, 8:30 am in the
Seton Center Parish Office. At this training, we will complete
the VIRTUS & Mandated Reporting training together as a
group. All other clearance paperwork will be available for
completion at that time. This training will take a total of
approximately 3-5 hours to complete. In order to ensure enough
supplies, contact Julie, ([email protected]) with
the name, phone # and email address for each participant (in case
of weather cancelation. Snow date is Sat, Feb 16). Those
attending are invited to bring a snack and/or lunch. Start the new
year right by volunteering for your parish.
PARISH NEWS
MASS SCHEDULE
THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD JANUARY 13, 2019
Substance Addiction Ministry
St. Agnes · St. Elizabeth Ann Seton · Immaculate Conception
Rosary and Prayers for Recovery
January 16 at 6:30 PM
St. Agnes Church Old Convent Chapel
Join us as we pray with and for those who are afflicted or
affected by addiction. A time of personal presence will follow
the rosary. Resources are available.
"Unfortunately, the person with the addiction is not the only one
affected by a debilitating and desperate situation. If someone you
know – a spouse, friend, coworker, neighbor, or relative – is
addicted, everyone in the circle of relationships is affected."
Bishop Malesic's Pastoral Letter, June 29, 2017
Contact Jennifer Macioce at [email protected] or 412-
337-7455 with any questions.
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Queen of Angels CYO Girl's Volleyball program. Girls
interested in playing must attend Queen of Angels School or be
an active member of one of the local Catholic Churches to be
eligible to play. Come to the Spring Sports Registration at Queen
of Angels Gym, Tuesday, January 15, 6 pm - 7 pm. Questions,
contact Jeff Kana at 412-554-8543. Thank you! CYO Volleyball
3rd - 8th Grade - $75.00-Junior JV - 3rd and 4th Grade, JV - 5th
and 6th Grade, Varsity - 7th and 8th Grade
CONTINUED PARISH NEWS
AREA NEWS
The North Huntingdon site for free income tax service provided by
AARP’s Tax-Aide has relocated from the North Huntingdon
Townhouse to the lower level of the Norwin Community Resource
Center located behind Shirley’s Funeral Home in Circleville. This
site will now be a “by appointment” site & you must make your
appointment by calling 724-382-5133 after January 1, 2019. The
Resource Center address is 231 Jennie Dr, N Huntingdon, PA. If you
need directions, ask when you call for an appointment.
2019 March For Life - The bus meets at St. Agnes, 6 am, Fri, Jan
18. Participants will travel to the Basilica of the National Shrine
of the Immaculate Conception, where a Mass will be held in the
chapel. After Mass, the group will travel to the March, walk, &
return home afterwards. Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for students.
Includes bus trip & a bagged lunch. The group will stop at a
restaurant on the way home for dinner. To register, contact Dar-
lene Colvin, 724-864-4681 or Judy Kunes at
Greensburg Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW)
Pro-Life Day of Prayer Jan. 18 at Christ Our Shepherd Center.
Day begins at 11 am with a Rosary for Priests followed by Mass
& exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. The event closes with
Benediction at 4 pm.
Greensburg Chapter of Magnificat-A Ministry to Catholic
Women Breakfast, Ramada Hotel/Convention Center, Rt. 30
East, Grnsbg, Sat, Jan. 26, 9 am – Noon. Guest speaker, Carolyn
Cannizzaro, whose story of faith & trust in God will leave you
inspired. Cost: $20, student rate $15. To register, call Brenda by
Jan. 20, 724-836-2094 or visit www.magnificatgreensburg.com to
download a registration form. There is no online registration.
Natural Family Planning CM-BBT instruction, Feb. 4, 6 pm,
Catholic Charities office, Grnsbg. Call one week prior to the
instruction date to preregister. Contact Mary Ann Newhouse,
7 24 - 8 37 - 1 840 , e x t . 1 658 . Mor e i n f o v i s i t
www.ccharitiesgreensburg.org & link into Natural Family
Planning under “Services.”
St. Vincent Basilica Parish will host “Discovering Christ,” a
seven-week series in the ChristLife program, beginning, Jan.
29 & includes a retreat on March 3. The sessions, held in the
parish center, include a free meal, teaching & small-group
discussions. Info/to register, call Kristina Davies, 724-539-8629,
ext. 19, or email [email protected]. To learn more
about the course, watch the video at www.christlife.org/christlife-
series/discovering-christ.
Bishop Malesic will lead an evening for teens & parents “How
do I make my faith a priority in this culture?”, Feb. 10, Our
Lady of Grace Parish, Grnsbg. Teens will gather in the church at 6
pm; teens & parents will gather in the parish hall at 7:15 pm. A
social will follow. The event is open to students in grades 6-12 &
their parents or guardians & is sponsored by Our Lady of Grace,
St. Benedict & Holy Cross parishes. Info or to respond, call
Katrina Coleman at 724-838-9480.
Christmas Decoration Removal -Greensburg Catholic Cemetery
If you wish to retain your Christmas decorations from your loved
ones graves, please remove the decorations by Feb 15. Anything
left in the cemetery past February 15, as a courtesy to you, will
be discarded by cemetery staff. Thank you for your cooperation.
QUEEN OF ANGELS CORNER
Queen of Angels Catholic
School - At Queen of Angels
Catholic School we practice the
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cially during our weekly masses.
It fills our hearts with JOY to
grow in faith and watch our chil-
dren practice their FAITH freely.
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