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8 | Community at heart: Educators explain why schools are an integral part of communities.
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11 | A model pope:
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52 | Time for a road trip: Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood is a hub of culture.
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‘Where would I be without my Catholic education?’ By FATHER TERRY O’CONNOR I often think, “Where would I be without my Catholic education?” You may have thought the same thing. I owe so much to Catholic schooling. Catholic education played such a large role in my becoming Catholic and a priest. You could say that I have had a circuitous route to the faith. My dad, Bob, the former mayor of Pittsburgh and of happy memory, was Catholic, and my mom, Judy, is Jewish. I was baptized at the age of 19. A huge influence in entering the church was my attending Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. It
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was there that I came to know and become comfortable with the faith. After graduating from Central, my dad encouraged me to consider becoming Catholic. My conversion was very smooth due to my familiarity with the faith that I received during my high school years. I also owe a great deal to Catholic education in regard to priesthood. At Central Catholic, I not only came to know the faith, but I also witnessed the dedication of the chaplain, Father Bob George, and the Christian Brothers. In particular, I established a lasting friendship with Brother Clement Smith, who was a great inspiration and helped me in discerning my vocation to the priesthood. In studying for the priesthood, I earned degrees from Duquesne University and St. Vincent Seminary. In case you’re wondering, my Jewish mom is my No. 1 fan.
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As you can see, Catholic education has had a tremendous impact on my life. It is at this time, that we gear up for a new school year throughout our diocese. I am so grateful to be pastor of St. Therese of Lisieux Parish in Munhall where we have a very active and vibrant school. We are blessed to have such a wonderful principal
in Jon Cuniak and terrific teachers, staff, parents and volunteers. We currently have 230 amazing students in K-8 and 45 in preschool (ages 3 and 4). We are also a host parish to the St. Anthony School Programs, where we have 22 inspiring children. St. Therese School is such a blessing to our parish and community. The following comes to mind in thinking of our school: lively Masses, dedicated faculty and parents, faithful, loving and hard-working students, service projects aimed at helping the less fortunate, spirited athletic games, plays and concerts, enjoyable social events, and encouraging and caring parishioners. As we approach a new school year, two items come immediately to mind. First is our weekly school Masses. Mass helps us all to focus on the center of our lives — Jesus in the Eucharist. The children do such a splendid job in their various roles at Mass. School Masses are a true highlight for our school and parish. Secondly, I look forward to teaching the eighth grade once a week. Father Nick Mastrangelo, our parochial vicar, teaches the seventh grade on a weekly basis. I go over the upcoming Sunday Scriptures with our eighthgraders. I am always humbled by their faith, wisdom and sincerity. The Scriptures also serve as a springboard to discussing a variety of issues facing our youth and world today. “Where would we be without our Catholic education?” As we approach another school year, let us thank God for the gift of our Catholic education, and Catholic schools in general, and use each day to continue to grow in our faith and our love for Jesus Christ. Blessed school year to all! Father O’Connor is pastor of St. Therese of Lisieux Parish in Munhall.
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An education that is meaningfully different By DREW WILSON Carlow University students say they see a difference between Catholic higher education and the education offered at other institutions, and that’s a difference that can change the world. “Any college or university can teach someone numbers and facts, but Catholic higher education teaches you how to use what you’ve learned to make the world a better place,” said Drew Sieber, a junior majoring in healthcare management, who hopes to work in hospital administration somewhere in western Pennsylvania when he graduates. Clarissa Moore, a sophomore majoring in English, agrees. She declared as an English major because she loves literature and has her sights set on law school. “English majors do well on the LSATs,” she says. But her interest in the law is with a particular focus informed by her Catholic values. “I want to practice family custodial law,” she said. “I want to be a children’s advocate because a lot of children don’t have someone to advocate for them.” Moore, who graduated from Serra Catholic and is a member of St. Angela
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can help guide you along the way.” Moore believes it also extends to people who aren’t part of the Catholic faith. “Carlow is a campus where you can talk about what you believe,” she said. “We’re not about silencing people. Having the ability to talk with people of different faiths in a non-threatening way is important and helps you understand people who are different from you.”
Drew Sieber, a junior majoring in healthcare management at Carlow University, and his sister, Caroline, a sophomore nursing major.
Merici Parish in White Oak, feels that her education has taught her the importance of social justice. “I feel Catholic higher education is important because it gives you reasons to care,” she said. “You’re taught to apply your education to the society around you. What you do is important. What you do matters.” Caroline Sieber, the younger sister of Drew, is a sophomore nursing major. She says she got into the nursing field because she has always liked taking care of people, but she also feels the professional values and ethics in nursing fit well with her Catholic faith. “There are a lot of things about nursing that relate well to the Catholic faith — like treating your patient or neighbor well and working for the greater good for everybody,” said Caroline, who along with her brother and their family are members of St. Athanasius Parish in West View. Even if you haven’t yet picked a major, having a strong faith is important. “When you come to college, you’re trying to find out who you are,” said Caroline. “Your parents begin the process, but you need to complete the journey. Your religion
Clarissa Moore, a sophomore majoring in English at Carlow University.
Increasing the lines of communication between people of different viewpoints in a world that is seemingly more polarized by the day is not lost on Moore. “Faith and faith-based education changes you and changes your perspective on the world,” she said. “Besides, I could also find a dozen Catholics with different perspectives on our beliefs.” For Drew Sieber, it comes down to the mission of the university. “Every school has a mission they are trying to follow, but Carlow is following a mission that is rooted in our Catholic faith,” he said. “Catholic higher education has historically been a beacon of light in a dark world.” For more information about Carlow University, visit www.carlow.edu or call 412578-6059.
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Catholic schools an integral part of our communities By CATHY RYAN AND JAQUELINE PISANO Catholic schools instill in students a steadfast devotion to faith, academics and service. This commitment is a Catholic school cornerstone. This responsibility becomes stronger as students grow in faith and knowledge. Knowing the answer to “What would Jesus do?” leads them on a path of righteousness, which they will continue to pursue for a lifetime. Catholic schools develop a sense of charity in children as they pray for the sick and the needy, sing Christmas carols at nursing homes and in the community, make cards for shutins, and collect food and other necessities for Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets. Kindness and concern for others becomes second nature to them. Catholic schools cultivate students’ confidence and develop the ability to speak in public before adults, as well as children; before small or large groups of people. These skills build character as students participate in weekly liturgies, standing before the assembled parish to read, serve or sing. They successfully use these public speaking skills in
academic competitions such as forensics and the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science, and then later in job interviews. Catholic schools build community. Parents become part of the school family. The school families attend Mass, prayer services, meals and competitions together. Religious and social events are planned to incorporate families. A warm atmosphere ensues as families form lasting bonds.
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Catholic schools are not about the individual, but rather about reaching outward to the community. Children learn to consider the needs of others before their own. This includes family, friends, church, neighbors, the elderly, missions and the homeless. Catholic schools reach out beyond their own community to help people in need in neighboring areas, across the nation and throughout the world. Catholic schools offer unique opportunities
for personal growth. In Catholic schools, students have the opportunity to participate in many extra-curricular activities regardless of skill level. The desire for participation overrides lack of experience or skills. This allows many students a rare opportunity to be included on a team and stimulates a sense of unity within the school. Academic, athletic and artistic opportunities are pursued freely. Accolades are offered equally to all. Catholic schools offer an exciting variety of courses unusual for schools of their size. Language studies such as Spanish or Latin are offered at an early age. Advanced courses including algebra, computer coding and media also are common. Many Catholic schools are initiating a STREAM approach to integrating science, technology, religion, the arts, and math within the curriculum. Academics are strongly maintained. Catholic schools afford families an opportunity to return to their faith. As their children receive sacraments and are affirmed in their faith, families become closer to Christ and one another. Through sacramental retreats, RCIA and religious education, families are reminded of the value of their Catholic faith. In conclusion, Catholic schools are a gift to their communities. In light of social and cultural change, Catholic schools are committed to a program of education, which seeks academic excellence, moral courage and develops faith. Our schools strive to produce well-rounded, caring, yet aware, students who have a sense of community and service. Let us inspire yours! Ryan is principal and Pisano language arts teacher at St. Vitus School in New Castle.
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Keeping the faith front and center By CHRISTOPHER CHAPMAN
If keeping the faith front and center were always easy then this position would not be necessary, but all of us know, when we are being candid and honest before God and our conscience — attempting to “know thyself” — that holiness is not easy. Constant vigilance is needed to stay the course and “to climb the mountain of the Lord” (Ps. 24:3) Growing toward God and in God is not just a private affair; we need others to help us. The position I hold is not the only way this is going to happen, but it is one important avenue. By engaging in conversations about how the faith can be and should be found across a school’s curriculum, how the faith needs to be
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present at parent meetings, how a school or parish can be leaven in the community, and in many other ways, we endeavor as a diocese to continually put Jesus Christ front and center, along with the demands of the Gospel Christ entrusted to us. In every generation there are elements of the Gospel that make people jump up and yell “Alleluia,” and there are elements of the Gospel that cause some to pull away. We never want to ignore the latter while promoting the former. The transforming grace of Jesus Christ is always our hope. The more faithful we are in consistently calling upon Christ to help us, the more we will look and act like him. Bishop David Zubik thinks this is such an important job that he has situated a director of Catholic identity and education amidst the Secretariat for Leadership Development and Evangelization to help keep mission front and center.
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No better role model in Catholic higher education than Pope Francis By SISTER CANDACE INTROCASO There is no better role model today in Catholic higher education than Pope Francis. He continually shows us how to face the challenges of our lives — and those of our complex world — with grace, determination and a genuine commitment to the ideals of our Catholic faith. In just a few years, the world has come to recognize Pope Francis as a man of true faith, one who is not afraid to challenge the status quo or to take on the powerful in defense of the poor and marginalized. He has focused attention on aspects of social teaching that he feels need to be lifted up, particularly the circumstances of the poor of so many nations. As the Holy Father has traveled to slums and refugee camps, he has raised our awareness of the plight of today’s immigrants and those fleeing war and violence. It is the authenticity with which the Holy Father speaks the truth, lives his life and witnesses to Gospel values that makes him such a special leader. We have a pope who wants to be one with us. For those of us dedicated to Catholic higher education, his example challenges us to educate leaders who — as he does — will serve and improve their professions and the communities in which they live and worship. La Roche College, founded in 1963 and sponsored by the Congregation of Divine Providence, strives to create a community of scholars from the Pittsburgh region, the nation and around the world who accept the responsibilities of global citizenship. The mission of the College is reinforced by our tagline — Engaging Minds. Embracing the World. — words that describe the unique residential campus that has emerged from our commitment to quality education, our deep faith heritage and our social justice mission. Tangible evidence of concern for the poor runs across the La Roche community. Through the La Roche Experience and other courses, students are required to perform community service. Our students regularly join Operation Save-a-Life volunteers who distribute clothing and food to the homeless of Pittsburgh. Our students volunteer at
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Providence Family Support Center and Children’s Hospital. Some staff and students participate each year in Alternative Spring Break, traveling to communities in the United States struggling to recover from economic or environmental setbacks. They spend their break working to make life better for those less fortunate. Another pillar of Pope Francis’ papacy is mercy, the most important message of our time. The Pope’s motto is “Through the Eyes of Mercy,” and he has declared this year as the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Mercy has a meaningful place in the La Roche campus culture. For almost 25 years, La Roche College’s Pacem in Terris program has provided scholarships to students from conflict ridden and developing nations of the world. We have educated more than 450 Pacem in Terris scholars, many of whom have returned to their home countries to use their educations to make a difference there. Three years ago, we launched the Global Development and Humanitarian Aid Training program, a two-week intensive experience that provides participants with the training necessary to work worldwide in refugee camps and other venues to address hardships in our world. And for 11 years, we have hosted an annual Global Problems Global Solutions Conference focusing on the United Nations Millennial Development goals. This year’s conference addressed a pathway toward environmental sustainability, a topic Pope Francis included in his encyclical, “Laudate Si.” At La Roche, we strive to be a beacon of truth in ways that allow us to fulfill our mission of educating young people to contribute to the workforce, to be responsible global citizens and curious lifelong learners. We strive to help our students become the best for the world, to work to make a difference in their communities and in our world — and to live their lives in the true spirit of Pope Francis.
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By MARY CLAIRE KASUNIC Our world changes in profound ways on a regular basis. Technology continually extends our knowledge base, increases our connections and creates new opportunities. The advances and possibilities grow exponentially. Careers that were not even conceived a decade ago are emerging on a regular basis. Traditional disciplines in the humanities require extensive technological facility, and STEM studies are futile endeavors without a strong foundation in communication, writing and research skills. It’s an exciting time for education, but one rife with evolving responsibility. Students, parents, teachers, administrators — all are called to learn, adapt, manage and integrate advances, incorporate latest trends and adhere to best practices. Education at the high school level must prepare students to navigate our evolving world with intelligence, competence, poise and grace. Leadership skills, projectbased learning, global awareness, flipped classrooms, facility with technology across platforms, collaboration, research abilities, presentation experience, ethical standards — these are the hallmarks of a collegepreparatory education in the 21st century. These are the competencies that our students will need to acquire in order to compete, to excel and to lead. And as data
grows and research advances, the world increasingly seeks and requires decisionmakers who are motivated to serve, pioneers who inspire, and leaders whose ethics are grounded in faith and spirituality. Oakland Catholic High School is uniquely positioned to educate the next generation of female leaders who will serve with intelligence, competence and faith. The Oakland Catholic board of directors, administration and faculty take the school’s mission very seriously by providing a rigorous curriculum and extensive extracurricular program for young women who aspire to greatness. Mission Forward, the school’s 1:1 laptop program, has heightened student engagement and facilitated the integration of technology into all aspects of the academic program. GCI, the Global Competence Initiative certificate program, develops global awareness, consciousness, and competence via encounters, engagements and foreign language acquisition. A campus ministry program that involves the entire student body, offering retreats, spiritual formation and service opportunities locally, regionally, nationally and abroad, enriches the life of the OC community. An athletic program that produces Division I athletes, decorated collegiate performers and even U.S. Olympians, ensures that all students have the opportunity to compete in one of 18 sports. Collaborations with Carnegie Mellon
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On Mission and Catholic schools By DR. EDWARD G. SCHEID My Catholic grade school, St. Athanasius School in West View, survived 100 years, but now it’s closed. The building still stands, but the school succumbed to declining enrollment and rising expenses. My wife’s Catholic grade school, St. Boniface School on East Street on Pittsburgh’s North Side, is closed too. It lost out to changing demographics and the plans for Interstate 279. When I graduated from eighth grade in 1965, there were 5 million plus students in more than 12,000 Catholic schools nationwide. Last year there were less than 2 million students in half as many schools. The trend has affected the Diocese of Pittsburgh. There is a plan to revitalize parishes and schools through renewing our relationship to Jesus Christ. We have been praying for “On Mission for the Church Alive” for more than a year “to learn Jesus, to love Jesus, and to live Jesus.” Where do we learn Jesus if not in Catholic schools?
Catholic schools encourage dialogue, among different ages, races, neighborhoods, socio-economic classes, nationalities and religions. Children are to be respected and loved, and learn how to respect and love each other. A disciplined environment based on Gospel values of honesty, respect, fairness and compassion enables students to learn to their capacity and beyond. Why continue to choose a Catholic education? Research shows that families are looking for rigorous academics, ample extra-curricular activities and strong Catholic identity. Those are still the values of the Catholic elementary and secondary schools of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Students learn; standardized tests scores
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“On Mission” for Catholic schools starts with the recognition that Catholic schools are an extension of the mission of the Catholic Church. “On Mission” for Catholic schools starts with the recognition that Catholic schools are an extension of the mission of the Catholic Church. Schools are perhaps the most potent tool the church has for the new evangelization to bring Christ and his truth to students and their families. The message of Catholic schools is none other than the message of Christ’s gospel of God’s reign of charity and justice. Catholic schools are called to be centers of catechesis where faith is formed in the lives of children and adolescents. The entire curriculum is to be imbued with the Catholic worldview that the world is created by a loving God, that in Christ we find our destiny as human beings called to communion with God and each other, and through the Holy Spirit we can make the world a better place for all. Wherever and whenever truth is discovered, Catholics believe that a ray of the one Way, Truth and Life of the world is encountered.
continue to run at or above state and national standards at every grade level. Students participate; schools offer a variety of sports, clubs and activities to promote physical, intellectual, social and spiritual growth. Students meet Christ. Surrounded by visible symbols of faith, a rich prayer, liturgical and sacramental life, the care and concern of compassionate teachers and administrators, and the Catholic worldview that permeates throughout the curriculum, students come to know and love Jesus Christ and journey down the road of intentional disciples in his name.
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Going the Extra Mile By SUZANNE M. VERTOSICK The Extra Mile Education Foundation is entering its 26th year of leadership in the area of urban education. Since its founding, a community of Catholic elementary schools has provided access to a faith-based education that is centered on academic excellence and high expectations for children in Pittsburgh’s economically disadvantaged neighborhoods where choices are often limited. Extra Mile was founded in 1990 in response to a critical need to support the education of children at three schools in the Pittsburgh neighborhoods of Homewood, lower Oakland and the Hill District. The schools, identified by the Diocese of Pittsburgh, served atrisk students whose parents chose these neighborhood schools because they offered an excellent education in a safe environment.
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The foundation now provides operational subsidies to two elementary schools: St. Benedict the Moor in the Hill District and Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy in suburban Wilkinsburg. Extra Mile raises nearly $1.5 million annually to cover the total subsidy and scholarship needs for each school. These schools provide educational opportunities to almost 500 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, students who are primarily African-American and non-Catholic. All students graduate from eighth grade; nearly 60 percent of graduates go on to Catholic or private high schools; and 40 percent attend public or charter high schools. Graduation rates from high school
continue to be approximately 96 percent, and 88 percent of that group goes on college, vocational schools or military service. Extra Mile also provides limited scholarship support to an additional 114 students at eight urban parochial elementary schools: North Side Catholic in Brighton Heights, East Catholic in Forest Hills, St. Bartholomew in Penn Hills, St. Rosalia in Greenfield, St. Raphael in Morningside, and St. Maria Goretti in Bloomfield, St. John Bosco Academy in Brookline and Sacred Heart in Shadyside. The success of the Extra Mile program is partnership — the partnership of parents (all of whom are responsible for tuition payments); the diocese; philanthropic partners, which include corporate, foundation and individual givers; a board of directors made up of corporate leadership in Pittsburgh; and the faculty and staff of the schools themselves. In addition, Pittsburgh’s corporate and higher education communities offer programming, instruction and volunteer support, as well as providing practicum teachers and tutors.
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Don’t you love our Catholic schools? By DR. RONALD BOWES After 26 years in Catholic education, I decided to pass the torch to a younger person. It has been such a joy to work with our devoted principals and teachers and to see so many caring parents who sacrifice to send their children to such quality, faithfilled institutions of learning. I often reflect on Cardinal Timothy Dolan’s remark that Catholic schools are “pearls of a great price worth every drop of sweat and ounce of effort that we are making on their behalf.” Catholic schools exist to expose children daily to the tenants of our faith so that it will be forever a part of their lives. They exist to look at the secular world through the filter of Catholic teaching and the Gospels. The commitment to academic excellence, extra-curricular and athletic success flows from that call “to be perfect like my father in heaven is perfect.” Now, Catholic schools are not perfect, no human institution is able to achieve such a state. However, Catholic schools help students achieve the following as demonstrated by extensive research. • First and foremost, they give young people the best chance of practicing their faith, receiving the sacraments and putting their faith into action for the rest of their lives. • They teach students self-discipline, commitment and dedication to values, principles and ideals. • Catholic schools provide the solid foundation to succeed at the next level and in their chosen profession. • Catholic school faculties provide positive role models who share their faith, their talents and their time. • Catholic school graduates are more likely to vote, earn higher wages, be more civically engaged, more tolerant of diverse views and committed to community service. • I have served on the boards of Serra Catholic, Seton-LaSalle and Central Catholic high schools. The board members, benefactors, staff, parents, parishioners and students I have met through the years are such truly good individuals. They
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recognize the value of Catholic education and do all they can to promote and sustain our Catholic schools. • They are communities of love, loyalty and pride in what has been accomplished in the past and what will be accomplished in the future. As I retire, I would like to thank those I have served with through the years, especially Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Bishop David Zubik, Father Kris Stubna, Dr. Robert Paserba, Dr. Robert O’Hara and Sean McAleer of the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference, and many others who supported school choice efforts in Pennsylvania. With their guidance, the Diocese of Pittsburgh Catholic school parents have benefited with millions of dollars of tuition assistance from the Educational Improvement Tax Credit and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit programs. How easy it is to see that the parish, the universal church and the wider community all benefit from the existence of Catholic education. Here all of us who attended Catholic schools got to know God, love God, and serve Him in this world so we can join Him in the next. Bowes was diocesan assistant superintendent for public policy and development.
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Duquesne women’s basketball team tours major sites in Eastern Europe By MELISSA FRANKO Coming off the most successful season in program history and their first NCAA Tournament appearance, the 2016 Atlantic 10 regular season co-champion Duquesne women’s basketball team headed to Eastern Europe on a foreign tour that started Aug. 4. “By taking a foreign tour, we had the
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freshmen and sophomores, began their trip with a long layover in Paris that included stops at the Eiffel Tower and historical Catholic sites of Notre Dame and Sacre Coeur. Also on the schedule were the Hungarian cities of Budapest, Szekesfeharvar, Pecs, and Baja. A day trip took them to Vrbas, Serbia to play NKK Vrbas, and five days were spent in the walled city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, (the country of the most successful women’s basketball player in Duquesne’s history, Korie Hlede). Vojinovic expressed that she is extremely
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Parish faith formation — a new year, a new start By JUDITH KIRK Teaching the faith each year is like laying a foundation that children will — with God’s grace — continue to build on for the rest of their lives. In order for them to build on what they learn and experience, the foundation must be strong and secure. It must have a solid base to support and sustain them in the years to come. Catechists have a distinct role in helping to lay the foundation of our faith. They are instrumental in making Christ and his life come alive in the minds and hearts of everyone they teach. In many
cases, the catechist might be the first person to introduce a child to Jesus. Sometimes catechists provide that solid beginning — that foundation for the child to build upon — just by their presence, by witnessing the faith through words and actions, by their own enthusiasm for the faith. Their task is to form disciples by helping their students see that Christ is real and very much a part of their life experiences, and know that his love is unconditional and eternal. Catechists are committed to helping their students “get on the right track” to becoming mature and responsible adults. They do this by passing on the treasures
of the faith, through prayer and the sacraments, and by modeling Christ for them. They show their students that our faith in God is real and personal. That they can form a relationship with God, who loves us more than we can imagine. Although catechists answer a unique call from God to formally teach the faith in our parishes and schools — parents, grandparents and many others in the church community are also considered “catechists.” And whether we are “formal catechists” or “home catechists,” we need to remind ourselves that what we do is very important. We are on mission for the Church Alive! A crucial part of that mission is helping the children we teach realize that Jesus is the strong foundation they will build on.
In many cases, the catechist might be the first person to introduce a child to Jesus. And when we teach by word and especially by example, we are not simply informing our children about faith doctrine and ritual — we are actually forming disciples, creating opportunities that will enable them to have an intimate relationship with Jesus so they will come to know him and to love him. God challenges us to speak to the hearts of those we teach and love, and echo the call “come and see.” We are each sent by God to do his work. How blessed we are in our diocese to have this unique group of dedicated men and women who, through their witness, bring the faith alive in others. Who help to create the foundation of faith for countless numbers of children, and who show that it all begins with knowing and loving God who loves us first. In the midst of our busy days and myriad duties — we are loved. We should all step back, take a breath, and savor God’s love for us — because as catechists (“home” and “parish”) we are privileged to proclaim God’s love to those we care about the most — our children and others in our homes, schools and parish communities.
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New president reflects on his Catholic education By KEN GORMLEY As I begin the presidency of Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit, the 13th person to hold this position of responsibility and trust, I am keenly aware that certain people and institutions made this appointment possible. In my case, much of the credit belongs to a tiny Catholic school in Swissvale — St. Anselm’s (now Word of God Parish) — staffed by a dedicated group of Sisters of Charity and other teachers who left a permanent imprint on me. St. Anselm’s — or “St. A’s” — consisted of two modest school buildings and a gym in a working-class town, where Union Switch & Signal and the steel mills along the Monongahela River provided livelihoods for most families. Although there was nothing fancy about the classrooms, asphalt playground or all-purpose room that doubled as a lunchroom at St. A’s, the education that my brothers, sisters and I received in the 1960s and 1970s was as life-changing as any we could have received at the finest private preparatory schools in the country. Much of this was thanks to the sisters. Not only did we learn algebra, Latin and physics; but our daily classes were infused with important lessons about faith, ethics, honesty and morality. Years later, I carry those lessons with me every day, recognizing that true education is as much about the heart and soul as it is about cramming information into one’s cranium. My mom, Elena Furia Gormley, taught third grade at St. A’s for 20 years. “Mrs. Gormley” was not just famous for speed-walking a mile to and from our house and school each day — including at noon to fix us tomato soup and grilled cheese for lunch. She was also famous for nurturing students; she was a tiny woman with a huge capacity for helping and inspiring others, even those who struggled most. Even today, when I run into her former students at church or the pizza shop, they say: “Your mom was the best teacher ever. She changed my
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Photo by Chuck Austin Ken Gormley, Duquesne University president, speaks during the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit at the university’s Palumbo Center Aug. 21.
life.” Watching my mom sit at the kitchen table every night grading math papers and writing notes of encouragement left a permanent impression on me. A conscientious teacher can change the trajectory of a young person’s life and even shape the course of history. Each of my siblings has made a significant contribution with his or her own talents, of which I’m quite proud. My oldest brother, Bill, is an accomplished professor at Georgetown specializing in early childcare policy. My brother B.J. is a retired chemist, who, along with his family, is now engaged in missionary work with handicapped children in Guatemala. My sister Nancy has a Ph.D. in math from Carnegie Mellon University and recently won a major award for teaching statistics at Pitt. And my youngest sister, Susie, is a speech pathologist helping grade school kids overcome limitations with her unbounded optimism. My own family’s successes at St. A’s were not a fluke. Many of those students who passed through its marble halls went on to become doctors, scientists, nurses, lawyers,
educators or business owners. I still turn to St. A’s friends whenever important events occur in my life. (One of my classmates, Peggy Blocky Eiseman, is my new assistant in the president’s office at Duquesne.) These individuals embody the quality of trustworthiness, empathy for others and personal integrity — all of the qualities that the Sisters instilled in us years ago, seated behind our wooden desks at St. A’s. My own children all received a Catholic education during their formative grade-school years, springing off from that foundation to build their futures, a source of great pride for me and my wife, Laura. Two of our children — Luke and Rebecca — attended Duquesne University during my time as professor and Law School dean. There is nothing more rewarding as a parent than to see one’s children grow, mature and thrive in front of one’s eyes. And the best part relates to intangibles: at Duquesne, the distinctive Catholic-Spiritan
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GORMLEY Continued from Page 20 mission is to serve God by serving our students so that they can, in turn, serve others. Over a century’s worth of leaders in business, health sciences, government, education, music, liberal arts, science, law and pharmacy have graduated with degrees bearing the seal of Duquesne. We are proud to count Bishop David Zubik, one of the great pastoral leaders of the Catholic Church today and a frequent visitor to campus, among Duquesne’s most distinguished alums. There is no substitute for building upon the pillars of faith, moral principle and ethics to fashion a 14-karat educational experience that lasts a lifetime. Today, I am acutely aware that I am the recipient of a great gift. It is hard to imagine an honor more meaningful than being appointed to serve as president — not just of a historic Pittsburgh institution, but of one of the most prestigious Catholic universities in the United States. Of course, I only wish that my parents, Elena and Bill Gormley, were here to witness the inauguration in September. They were
never showy; they sacrificed mightily, living in a modest home on West Swissvale Avenue to provide their five children with a precious Catholic school education. That gift, I now see, was worth more than a house-full of gold. A few months ago, after my appointment as president was announced, I was invited to visit the Sisters of Charity motherhouse in Greensburg. There, I enjoyed a lunch of lime jello and ham slices — even better than the St. A’s cafeteria — with a group of sisters who had taught me nearly 45 years ago. These included Sister Vincent Mary Nolan, who taught English, and helped me to become a writer; Sister Pat Collins, who taught American History and set me on the path to publish books about American presidents; Sister Melanie DiPietro, who later became my colleague in law practice and helped me grow as a young lawyer; and Sister Patrice Hughes, who taught my brothers French and went on to help generations of Catholic school students succeed. As I left that luncheon, the Sisters encircled the table — some in wheelchairs and others with walkers — and presented me with a framed certificate. It said, in fancy script: “He’s one of our boys!” It’s only because I am the child of a
Catholic education, albeit in a tiny mill-town where families had modest means but valued faith and education, that I now have an incomparable opportunity to serve as president of Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit, an anchor of our region and a beacon of light for thousands of future students. The strength of my teachers has allowed me to embark upon this new role with my own strength, conviction and deep sense of gratitude. For many years, a plaque hung on the wall of the all-purpose room at St. A’s, paying tribute to the remarkable contributions of one teacher, a tiny woman with a gigantic ability to shape others’ lives and bring out God’s greatest gifts in students. That plaque read: “Mrs. Gormley loved her students, loved learning, loved teaching and believed in the wondrous miracles of Catholic education.” Now, her son will do his best to follow in her quiet footsteps. Gormley is president of Duquesne University in Pittsburgh’s Bluff neighborhood.
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Our diocesan Catholic schools have an impressive story of success By DR. MICHAEL A. LATUSEK In preparing for this new school year of 2016-17, I thought back to references from time to time about Catholic education being a good investment. Out of curiosity, I reviewed graduation reports over the past decade, finding that on average, more than 95 percent of our Catholic high school graduates go on to higher education, while the remainder often pursue other avenues such as technical or military careers. In one of those typical years of the past 10, around 900 graduates went on to college, commanding more than $35 million in total scholarships. Just recently, I saw that four alumni from one Catholic elementary school went on to graduate, three as valedictorians and one as salutatorian, and are now pursuing degrees at Boston University, Notre Dame, Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh.
Statistics like these certainly make me proud to be a part of the Catholic education program in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Moreover, these results are convincing evidence that Catholic schools are doing something right, and as one of our earlier themes for Catholic schools says, “Great Beginnings Last a Lifetime.” Our current theme, “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service,” continues to be lived out in our schools. Students from one of our Catholic high schools have traveled every summer for the past five years to Guatemala to work among the less fortunate, bringing school and medical supplies, and scholarship aid. That is just one example of the many missions and summer service projects our students undertake each year, living out their faith in their communities, as well as in school, and applying their knowledge for the good of others, as well as themselves. With the support of Bishop Zubik, our pastors
and parish leadership, the diocesan staff and the staff and faculty of our schools, we are working to continue making our Catholic schools an even better investment. We continue to research ways to make the best use of our existing infrastructure and resources. We are working to discover innovative means to serve our student base in the most effective ways. Our goal ultimately is to make Catholic education more affordable and available to all families who want to become part of “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service.” (Reprinted from the July 15 issue of the Pittsburgh Catholic, Back to School supplement) Latusek is the superintendent of Catholic schools of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
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DUQUESNE Continued from Page 16 thankful to get to do what she loves (playing basketball) while enjoying life and experiencing new things. “After three days of games and working hard, to be able to swim in the sea and have fun with my teammates makes me love them even more.” The trip also included visits with Szamosi’s and Kuttor’s families, allowing their teammates to learn about Hungarian culture, further developing the program’s mission of “family.” “I was really excited to share with them the food that my grandmother makes, because to me it’s the best food in the world,” said Szamosi.
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There, he was responsible for playing at more than 200 services per year and the direction of the cathedral choir. Mr. Szamosi is also the founder and director of the St. Stephen Cathedral’s Organ and Cantor School. Following the team’s victory against Team Pink Pesci and dinner on Aug. 8, Mr. Szamosi treated Duquesne’s traveling party of 31 to a private tour of the Basilica. At 1 a.m. local time, he performed a few selections on the 6,101-piece four-manual pipe organ that had everyone enthralled. Construction of the two-tower, three-nave church started in 1064 and remains the principal Catholic Church in the diocese. Already known as one of the top international recruiters in the United States, Burt saw the 12-day four-game trip as helping both the team and the university on multiple levels. “Our team presence there increased our visibility and reputation in countries that have strong basketball cultures, while also bringing the Duquesne University brand to new audiences,” said Burt. It further provided educational experiences for Duquesne’s student-athletes, such as an emotional visit to the Terror Haza Museum in Budapest. The exhibits recounted the atrocities the Hungarian people suffered under authoritarian regime in the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s. “Our international teammates are usually the ones outside of their comfort zones and we have to help them,” said former Blackhawk star Chassidy Omogrosso. “This adventure was their chance to guide us and ensured team bonding memories that will last a lifetime.” The basketball component of the trip was especially beneficial to those players who are eventually looking to play overseas after graduation. The grueling schedule, with long bus rides, was a good representation of what playing professionally in Europe is really like. The surroundings also gave strength and conditioning coach Dennis Cuturic, who is Croatian, different workout options. An inflatable obstacle course in the Adriatic Sea was used for a workout. “It was an incredible trip that we were blessed to take, and we are very thankful to our Duquesne administration and director of athletics Dave Harper for his support,” added Burt. Franko is director of basketball operations of the Duquesne University women’s basketball team.
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EXCITING TIME Continued from Page 12 University, the University of Pittsburgh, IBM, and multiple other neighbors in the school’s urban location have assisted Oakland Catholic in its goal of developing a stellar STEM program. Young women fill every single leadership role available — editors of the yearbook and online school newspaper, captains of all sports teams, leaders of every class discussion, officers on student council, principal actors in the play, solo performers at concerts, valedictorians, salutatorians, winners of the talent show competition, designers on the regional robotics team, teachers on the Guatemala mission trip ... all are female. As the only all girls’ Catholic high school in western Pennsylvania, Oakland Catholic serves as the region’s bastion for female leadership in the Catholic tradition. Spirituality, scholarship and service are the building blocks of the educational experience at Oakland Catholic where a diverse group of young women from across
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western Pennsylvania come together as one community to broaden their minds, grow in leadership skills, develop athletically, seek ways to impact the world and pursue higher education. Different ethnicities, different neighborhoods, different religions, different socioeconomic backgrounds blend in the joint effort of becoming intelligent, competent,
ethical, global leaders of tomorrow who will serve as their generation’s agents of change. For a minimal investment, Oakland Catholic offers a world-class, faith-based education steeped in tradition and legacy, that prepares young women for the future. Kasunic is president of Oakland Catholic High School.
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NCEA to honor Catholic education visionaries at annual Seton Awards gala Honorees put faith in action serving Catholic education communities WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Catholic Educational Association will present the 2016 NCEA St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award on Oct. 3, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The Seton Award commemorates individuals and organizations devoted to faithful service to Catholic education. “Catholic schools are at the heart of what it means to be witnesses to the faith,” said NCEA President/CEO Thomas Burnford, D.Min. “Our honorees demonstrate great passion and support for Catholic schools and stand as an example to all of us.” Named after St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, in recognition of her lifelong dedication to teaching and children, the Seton Award is presented annually to individuals and
organizations whose support and service impacts Catholic education and the wellbeing of our nation’s youth. In addition, Seton honorees have a scholarship presented in their honor to a deserving Catholic school student in their local community. The 2016 NCEA Seton Award Honorees include: Edward Martin Ryan (posthumous): Ryan’s abiding faith led him to the philanthropy all those who knew him came to appreciate throughout his life. Inspired by his faith formation at St. Anne Elementary School, Ryan found his direction in life shaped by the Sisters of Divine Providence. Always leading by example, he worked with organizations that provided for the poor and the needy well before he found success. As president of Ryan Homes, one of the largest home building companies in Pennsylvania and the country, he modeled high moral standards and integrity to his employees. Among
Ryan’s many generous causes were funding a pilot program for students with special needs, building gymnasiums for his parish elementary school and Auberle Home for troubled children, funding the television marketing campaign for “The Teaching of Christ,” hosted by former Pittsburgh Bishop Donald Wuerl, assisting Father Regis Ryan to establish the McKeensport Ministry to train out-of-work millworkers and provide them with job placement and devoting resources to help rebuild Florida communities after Hurricane Andrew. These are just a few of the many charitable ways Edward Ryan chose to show his faith in God’s love and presence in his life. The Catholic Schools Office of the Archdiocese of New York: Eight years ago the Archdiocese of New York established Pathways to Excellence, the strategic plan
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Quigley Catholic High School earns Middle States re-accreditation
Quigley Catholic High School students gather for a photo. The Baden high school recently earned re-accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools.
By HARRY COLIN ‘74 Quigley Catholic High School in Baden has earned re-accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, a worldwide leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement. “We are pleased to have earned reaccreditation by the Middle States Association and to share in our success with the greater school community, especially the teachers, parents and students who worked so hard to make this possible,” said Rita McCormick, principal. “Reaccreditation confirms and validates the work we do each and every day to ensure a top-quality education for our students.” Accreditation is a self-evaluation process that schools voluntarily undergo to demonstrate they are meeting a defined set of performance standards. The accreditation process helps schools — and ultimately students — to continuously grow and improve.
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The process begins with a self-study that is conducted by the school and requires input from school leaders, teachers, parents and students. Following the selfstudy, a team of volunteer educators from association member schools conducts an on-site peer review visit to observe school operations and interview various stakeholders. The visiting team makes its recommendation to the Middle States Association Commissions, which votes on the accreditation. “The accreditation process examines schools in a holistic way, supplementing student testing data and providing a more complete measure of a school’s performance,” said Dr. Henry Cram, president of the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. “School leaders, teachers and parents are to be commended for working together to create a concrete plan focused on providing high quality education for all students.”
Quigley Catholic High School is a Roman Catholic, college preparatory, coeducational secondary school. With Gospel values as its foundation, Quigley Catholic strives to form faith-filled disciples of Christ, life-long learners who will contribute to the common good of the church and the world. We do this through the collaborative efforts of all of the members of the Quigley Catholic community. The Middle States Association is a worldwide leader in accreditation and school improvement. For more than 125 years, MSA has been helping school leaders establish and reach their goals, develop strategic plans, promote staff development and advance student achievement. With more than 2,700 MSA-accredited schools across the U.S. and in nearly 100 countries, MSA is proud of its continuing legacy and its ongoing innovations to meet the challenges of the 21st century and improve educational opportunities for all children. Colin is director of development for Quigley Catholic High School.
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New York high school teacher among scientists who ‘heard’ sound in space By JULIANN DOSSANTOS Catholic News Service NEW YORK — Through long years of research by scientists, including a physics teacher at Regis High School in Manhattan, gravitational waves have been directly measured, confirming the last prediction of Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity. On Sept. 14, the faint “chirp” of two black holes colliding 1.3 billion light-years away was heard and recorded by scientists in the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory Scientific Collaboration, or LIGO collaboration for short. Luca Matone, a physics teacher at Regis High School, was one of the 1,000 scientists involved in the effort. The collision of the black holes generated a gravitational wave, a ripple in space and time propagated throughout the universe. It is very much like the ripple that results when a pebble is thrown into a pond that gradually becomes less pronounced over distance and time. “Instead of seeing, you can listen to events in the night sky,” Matone told Catholic New York, newspaper of the New York Archdiocese. “From now on, there will be a way to look at the universe in a different light.” He called the results “absolutely stunning.” The LIGO collaboration made the discovery with a pair of L-shaped observatories in Washington state and Louisiana. The two machines allowed scientists to actually “hear” sounds in space and both picked up the chirp of the black holes colliding almost simultaneously. Matone, who holds a doctorate from the University of Paris, spent much of his career involved in gravitational wave research. He assisted in the production of the interferometer at the LIGO observatory in Hanford, Washington. He also was among the scientists who wrote the detection paper, “Observation of Gravitational Waves from a Binary Black Hole Merger,” published Feb. 12 in “Physical Review Letters.” The paper assembled the research so other scientists could review it. “This detection is real,” he said. “It’s an opportunity to see real science. Generally there are answers in the back of the
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CNS PHOTO/NASA, ESA, AND THE HUBBLE HERITAGE TEAM
In this image from the Hubble Space Telescope, a bluish nebula of glowing hydrogen expands out into the remains of a molecular cloud that collapsed to form massive stars.
textbook. For this there are no answers in the back now.” As a teacher at a Catholic high school, Matone discussed the intersection of faith and science. “A lot of my colleagues are atheists,” he said. “I never really found a conflict between the two.” For example, he recalled one night during his research when he found himself in the desert, preoccupied with his own thoughts and problems. He remembered finally taking a moment to breathe and look up at the sky, marveling at what he saw. “It makes you wonder,” he said. “There was never a conflict between the supernatural and science for me.”
About 100 juniors and seniors gathered recently at the school to hear Matone discuss his experiences and research. He showed them photos of the LIGO interferometers and played the sound recording of the black holes colliding. Luke D’Cruz, a junior at Regis, left the presentation impressed. “This is probably going to be one of the greatest scientific discoveries of the century and Dr. Matone can say he was part of it,” he said. “He’s a real role model.” DosSantos is a reporter with Catholic New York, newspaper of the Archdiocese of New York.
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to ensure a vibrant, sustainable Catholic school system, both now and in the future. Today there are 216 schools serving 68,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade in nine geographic regions. Regionalization has brought most parish elementary schools into the regional model of governance where these schools now benefit from the leadership and oversight of regional boards of trustees. The boards include dedicated and talented local members of the laity, who share an expanded role with pastors and the religious. In addition, now, every parish is responsible for, contributes to and has a voice in Catholic education, allowing re-investment into Catholic education while identifying and securing additional funding. This new funding
has helped provide advanced teacher training and technology in classrooms and exciting new academic programs, including Blended Learning for students. Most importantly, The Catholic Schools Office has ensured their schools are places where Catholic culture and values will continue to thrive, now and in the future. Carl and Mary Kay Wolford: For the Wolfords, being living stewards in Catholic education means giving their time, talent and treasure to their community in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Living as Christian servants, the Wolfords have placed the work of the church front and center in their lives for more than 60 years. As volunteers giving their support to parish service projects, the Wolfords became founding members of Holy Family Catholic Church where Mr. Wolford was a member of the first parish council and Mrs. Wolford served on the
Education Commission. Today they serve as lectors and lector coordinators as well as ministers of the Eucharist in the parish and at the local hospital. Mr. Wolford is a founding member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Conference at Holy Family, where he served as treasurer for 33 years. Together Mr. and Mrs. Wolford co-chaired the United Catholic Appeal (Bishop’s Appeal), raising more than $5 million. Today the Wolfords provide Catholic education through tuition endowments at Our Lady of Providence High School, Spalding University and the University of Notre Dame. Exemplifying a true giving spirit, the Wolfords made a special gift on the 60th anniversary of Providence Jr./Sr. High School by establishing an education endowment to help Providence students with tuition assistance. To follow the Lord and live the Gospel has been the Wolfords’ faithinspired mission and their community and Catholic education are the grateful recipients. NCEA President’s Award Honoree: Sam Rosen: Rosen survived the Korean War and was awarded the Bronze Star for Valor. He witnessed the World Trade Center collapse and lost his life savings to Bernie Madoff. He is vice president of Three W International and founder and president emeritus of Smart, LLC (formerly Smart Tuition Management Services), growing it from serving 32 schools in 1990 to almost 2,000 in 2006, of which nearly 75 percent were Catholic schools. Rosen was senior vice president with Grolier Educational Services from 1970 to 1986 and vice president for Mutual of America. He has served on the advisory boards of the Council for American Private Education and the National Council for Private School Accreditation.
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The following pages include a listing of events occurring during the fall months throughout the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
SEPTEMBER 17 | CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Maximilian Kolbe, 363 W. 11th Ave. Ext, Homestead.
17 | DR. SCOTT HAHN IN NEW CASTLE
Rochester. Capuchin Father Scott Seethaler presents “The History of Islam.”
20 | PRESENTATION 7-9 p.m., SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford, Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township. Parish Nurse Ministry presents a talk on Medicare. Program is free and open to the public.
11:30-1:30 p.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share. Call 412-373-0050.
Sundays, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11, 10:30-11:30 a.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie.
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18 | CALENDAR PARTY
6:30 p.m., St. Thomas More, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Theresa Farnan presents, “Gender Theory/Feminism & Christian Anthropology.” Free and open to public.
19 | UNITED IN PRAYER 7 p.m., St. Ferdinand Parish, 2535 Rochester Road, Cranberry Township. Cranberry Township Council of Churches is hosting an evening of unity in prayer for healing and peace in the nation. Call Barb at 724-776-1357.
20 | VOICES CARRY CONCERT 6 p.m., Stage AE on Pittsburgh’s North Side. Featuring an array of local musicians. Proceeds benefit Auberle. Tickets start at $75 for standing room. Visit www.auberle.org.
20 | SPEAKER 7 p.m., St. Cecilia Parish, 632 Virginia Ave,
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21 | PRAYER LIFE OF ST. THERESE SERIES
22 | SENIOR POTLUCK LUNCH
18 | MONTHLY KINNECT FAITH & FELLOWSHIP GROUP
18 | SUNDAY NIGHT SPEAKER SERIES
7 p.m., St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Capuchin Father Scott Seethaler presents “The Secret to a Good Prayer Life.”
Wednesdays, Sept. 21, 28 and Oct. 5, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Dr., Monroeville. Presented by Dr. Susan Muto and Lori McMahon. Call 412-373-0050.
9:30 a.m.-noon, St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1111 S. Cascade St., New Castle. Sponsored by the Catholic Community of New Castle. Free, but registration required. Call 724-658-1683 or visit www.tinyurl.com/hahnevent.
12:30 p.m., St. Felix Parish, 450 13th St., Freedom. Cost is $20. Call 724-591-4552.
21 | CHRISTLIFE SPIRIT REFILL SERIES
20 | WOMEN’S FATIH SHARING GROUP 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 20, Sullivan Hall of St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 131 Bingham St., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood. Participants need to purchase book, “Walking with a Purpose.” Call Cindy at 724-974-2561 or Kathleen at 724-331-0777.
20, 22, 25 | BIBLE STUDY ON MARY Tuesdays, Sept. 20-Nov 29, 9:15-11:15 a.m.; Thursdays, Sept. 22-Nov. 17, 7-8:45 p.m.; Sundays, Sept. 25-Nov. 20, 11:05-12:50 p.m., SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township. Cost is $30. Call 724-935-2104.
21 | PRAYERS FOR PEACE (INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE) 7 p.m., St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 403 Grandview Ave., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood.
6-9 p.m., Upper Cardinal DiNardo Room of SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Marshall Township. Representatives from the FBI will give a presentation on heroin and opioids. Program is free and open to the public.
22 | SPEAKER SERIES 7 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, 9000 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township. Tony Norman presents “Faith, Fear and Politics: How to Keep a Clear Conscience on Election Day.” Donation is $20. Call 412-232-7512 or e-mail johnoesterle2@gmail.com.
23 | CASINO NIGHT & AUCTION YOUNG AT HEART FUND-RAISER 6:30 p.m., Pittsburgh Marriott North in Cranberry Township. Cost is $135, with proceeds benefitting Villa St. Joseph’s Benevolent Care Fund and Music Therapy Program. Visit www. bit.ly/YoungatHeart2016.
23 | MASS IN HONOR OF ST. PADRE PIO 7 p.m., St. Augustine Church of Our Lady of the Angels Parish, 325 37th St., Pittsburgh’s
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Lawrenceville neighborhood. Confession, 6-7 p.m. Relics on display.
23-25 | ANNUAL MEN’S RETREAT 4:30 p.m. through noon on Sunday, Sept. 25, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Drive, Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
23-24, OCT. 6-8 | PARISH NURSE PREPARATION COURSE “Foundations of Community Nursing,” five-day course, UPMC Mercy, 1400 Locust St., Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood. Sponsored by The Mercy Parish Nurse and Health Ministry Program, part of Pittsburgh Mercy and Trinity Health. Cost is $395 for registered nurses, and includes 38 nursing credit hours. Cost for nonnurses is $200. Call 412-232-5815, or e-mail ParishNurse@pittsburghmercy.org.
24 | FLEA MARKET 8 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Nicholas Parish, 24 Maryland Ave., Millvale. Featuring two floors of items.
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24 | MASS WITH PRAYERS FOR ANOINTING 11:30 a.m., St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Call 412-833-0031.
24 | PIG & OX ROAST WITH SPORTS RAFFLE 11:30 a.m., Roman Catholic Men’s Club, 128 Men’s Club Lane in Herman (Butler). Sponsored by St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Herman. Cost is $25. Call Gary at 724-285-7153, Leann at 724-285-7124 or Betty at 724-285-8513.
24 | NIGHT AT THE RACES 5:30 p.m. (food served at 6:15 p.m., races begin at 7 p.m.), Prince of Peace Parish center, 81 S. 13th St., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Tickets are $12. No tickets at the door. Call 412-4818380. Must be 21 and over to attend.
24 | DINNER THEATER 6:30 p.m., Cardinal DiNardo Center of SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township. Cost is $40, and includes dinner, show and bar. Visit www.stsjohnandpaul.org, or call 724-935-2104.
24 | 130th CHURCH ANNIVERARY DINNER Castle Shannon Fire Hall, 3600 Library Road in Castle Shannon. For parishioners, family and friends of St. George Church in Pittsburgh’s Allentown neighborhood and St. John Vianney Parish. For details and to register, call anniversary committee at 412-502-5062.
24-25 | FESTA ITALIA Noon-9 p.m. on Saturday, noon-6 p.m. on Sunday, St. Michael Parish, 432 Center Ave, Butler. Church hall transformed into Italian Village, with ristorante, bakery, café and more. Variety of entertainment, including Frank Sinatra tribute on Saturday. Admission is free.
24 | WOMEN’S RETREAT 9 a.m., social hall of St. Paul Cathedral Parish, 108 N. Dithridge St., Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Sponsored by Ladies of Charity. Keynote speaker is Dr. Susan Muto. Goodwill offering accepted. Attendees can attend the 8:15 a.m. or 12:05 p.m. Mass.
24 | PANEL DISCUSSION ON LAUDATO SI 9 a.m.-noon, Kearns Spirituality Center, 9000 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township. Subject, “Laudato Si: Addressing Climate Change, Capitalism and Community.” Sponsored by Sisters of St. Joseph. Program is free and open to the public. To register, call 724-869-6524 or
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25 | PANCAKE BREAKFAST 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 11143.
25 | BREAKFAST 8 a.m.-noon, St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Goodwill offering accepted. Call 412-486-4100.
25 | FALL BREAKFAST 8:45-11:30 a.m., Lyceum of Holy Spirit Parish, 608 Farragut St., Millvale. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Call 412-821-4424.
Submitted by Michele M. Lucas St. Bernadette Parish, Monroeville Ingredients 8 ounces angel hair pasta 1 small red onion, finely chopped (or frozen chopped) — approximately 1 cup 8 medium asparagus, cut into ½-inch pieces ½ cup baby green peas 1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes, drained 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped ¼ cup chopped flat leaf parsley (fresh if possible) Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste ½ cup Romano cheese, grated Directions Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to large oven-safe bowl. Spray pasta generously with cooking spray or oil, and toss. Place the bowl in the oven at low temperature (100-225 degrees) to keep warm. While pasta is cooking, spray a medium skillet with cooking spray. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion for one minute. Add asparagus and peas. Saute until asparagus is bright green (about two minutes). Add the broth and cook until asparagus is tender crisp (about two minutes). Stir in tomatoes and cook until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide pasta among four shallow soup bowls. Top with vegetables and liquid. Sprinkle cheese on top. Drizzle olive oil on top. Add garnish and serve.
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25 | LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW “Luncheon with Father Scott Seethaler,” 11 a.m. (lunch at 1 p.m.), South Hills Country Club, 4305 Brownsville Road, Whitehall. Cost is $35. Proceeds benefit the Anna Seethaler Hospital in Oaxaca, Mexico. Call Cheryl at 412-885-6353.
25 | ROAST PORK DINNER 1-6 p.m., St. Januarius Parish, 1450 Renton Road, Plum Borough. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. Takeout available, call 412-793-9788.
25 | CONCERT – “A FEAST OF FLUTE MUSIC” 3 p.m. (2:30 p.m. preconcert), St. James Parish, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. Featuring Pittsburgh’s Symphony’s principal flute Lorna McGhee, and assisted on piano by Sung-Im Kim. Event is free and open to the public, with goodwill offering accepted.
26 | PRAYERS FOR PEACE Monthly, Mondays, Sept. 26, Oct. 10 and 24, Nov. 14, 6:30-7 p.m., St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 403 Grandview Ave., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood. Featuring contemporary community vesper prayers for peace in church, nation and world.
26 | MONTHLY “WINE, CHEESE & THE GOSPEL” Wednesdays, Sept. 26, Oct. 29 and Nov. 28, 7-8 p.m., St. Paul Cathedral Parish, 108 N. Dithridge St., Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Focuses on Our Mother of Perpetual Help. Conducted by Father Kris Stubna, pastor. Call 412-621-4951.
26-29 | PARISH MISSION RETREAT 7 p.m. each night, Immaculate Conception Parish, 119 W. Chestnut St., Washington.
27 | SEVEN-WEEK COURSE “HAPPINESS” Tuesdays, Sept. 27-Nov. 8, 6-7:15 p.m., St. Benedict the Abbot Parish, 120 Abington Drive, Peters Township. Also on Wednesdays, Sept. 28-Nov. 9, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Call Janet at 724-9419587, ext. 112.
27 | TALK ON ADDICTION 7-8:30 p.m., St. Louise de Marillac Parish, 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Presented by Angelo A. Papa Jr., founder of the Substance Abuse Coalition Summits Inc. Free and open to the public.
28 | EUCHARISTIC DAY All-day adoration through 7 p.m., St. Nicholas Parish, 24 Maryland Ave., Millvale.
Nov. 30, 7-8 p.m., Our Lady of Grace Parish, 310 Kane Blvd., Scott Township.
28 | PATRIOTIC ROSARY 7 p.m. Transfiguration Parish, 100 McKrell Road, Russellton.
28 & Nov. 2 | THEOLOGY NIGHT CLUB 7-9 p.m., SS. John and Paul, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township. Free-will offering accepted. Call 724-935-2104, or visit www.stsjohnandpaul.org
29 | MASS FOR FEAST OF THE ARCHANGELS 7 p.m.,Transfiguration Parish, 100 McKrell Road, Russellton. Mass is offered for special intention of spiritual deliverance for current and former drug users.
29 & OCT. 6 | “HEALNG LIFE’S HURTS” 7-8:15 p.m., Presented by Passionist Father Michael Salvagna. Cost is $5 per evening. Call 412-381-7676.
30-OCT 2 | FALL FESTIVAL 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (4-10 p.m. on Saturday, noon-6 p.m. on Sunday) social hall of Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 363 W. 11th Ave. Ext., Homestead. Featuring American, German, Italian and Polish food items. Entertainment: Friday. Mansfield 5, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Tammy Petty and Treasure at 7 p.m.; Sunday, Matt Tichon at 1 p.m.
28 | MONTHLY HOLY HOUR
30-OCT. 2 | WOMEN’S RETREAT
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2, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
OCTOBER 1 | WEEKLY PROGRAM FOR MEN Saturdays, Oct. 1-Nov 26, 7-9 a.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Includes breakfast, 30- minute film, discussion and Mass. Call 412-373-0050.
1 | CRAFT SALE 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Thomas More, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Featuring over 70 artisan crafters. Free admission.
1 | BREAKFAST FOR WOMEN 9 a.m.-noon, Double Tree Hotel in Cranberry Township. Sponsored by Magnificat Pittsburgh ministry for women. Nikki Bruni is keynote speaker. Cost is $23. Call 724-772-6749 or visit www.magnificatpittsburgh.org.
1 | 100TH PARISH ANNIVERSARY 2 p.m. Mass, St. Ann Parish, 967 Grant St., Bulger, followed by dinner/dance at 5 p.m., Pepsi-Cola Roadhouse, 565 PA Route 18, Burgettstown. Cost is $30 for dinner. For reservations, call 724-796-3791.
1 | ANIMAL BLESSING 3:30 p.m., parking lot of SS. John & Paul
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Calix Society, 10:30 a.m. Mass, St. Mary Church of St. Juan Diego Parish, 211 Garnier St., Sharpsburg, followed by meeting. Calix is an association for Catholic alcoholics.
1 | HOMECOMING GALA 6 p.m., to commemorate 170th anniversary St. Mary School & 50th anniversary of school’s athletic association, St. Mary of Assumption School, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw. Cost is $50. (See sidebar). E-mail stmaryptg@gmail.com.
3 | LIVING JESUS FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM Mondays, Oct. 3-Nov. 14 (except Halloween), 6-8 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Dinner included. Call 412-276-1011 ext. 210.
1 | OKTOBERFEST & KARAOKE NIGHT 6-10 p.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville, featuring German food. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 and free for kids 3 and under. Call 412-373-0050. Hosted by music ministries.
3 | SPEAKER SERIES “INTEGRITY OF THE HUMAN PERSON” 6:30-8:30 p.m., Education and Family Life Center of St. Benedict the Abbot Parish, 120 Abbington Drive, Peters Township. Father William Wuenschel presents “Respecting Human Dignity Begins with Self-Respect. Call 724-941-9406.
1 | FUNNY FUND-RAISER 6:30 p.m., (7:30 p.m. show), banquet hall of St. Pamphilus Parish, 1000 Tropical Ave., Pittsburgh’s Beechview neighborhood. Featuring comedians Matt Stanton, Joe Bronzi and Eric Thompson. Cost is $20, and includes beer, soft drinks and snacks. Must be over 21 to attend. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 412-341-1000, Bobbi at 412-418-1077 or Debbie at 412-760-7135.
1 and 2 | RUMMAGE SALE 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aloysius Parish, 1700 Harpster St., Reserve Township. (See sidebar story)
1 and 2 | FLU CLINIC 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (8:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday), St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie.
2 | BREAKFAST BRUNCH BUFFET 9 a.m.-1 p.m., St. James the Apostle Parish, 4019 US Route 422, Pulaski. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for kids.
2 | CRAFT/VENDOR SHOW 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Michael Parish, 101 McLay Drive, Elizabeth. Sponsored by Christian Mothers/Women Guild.
2 | ANOINTING MASS & LUNCHEON 11:30 a.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Hosted by Ladies of Charity and Christian Mothers/Women Guild.
2 | MASS TO OPEN YEAR OF THANKSGIVING Noon, St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Mass will open a parish-wide Year of Thanksgiving, with events and celebrations leading up to 150th anniversary of Parish in October 2017. Reception will follow.
2 | BLESSING OF PETS 1 p.m., front steps of church, Our Lady of the Angels, 225 37th St., Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville
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neighborhood.
2 | SUPER BINGO 1 p.m. doors open (2:15 p.m. early bird, 2:30 p.m. regular), St. Jude Parish, 405 Westinghouse Ave., Wilmerding. Cost is $25. Call 412-823-8390.
2 | PROGRAM, “FAITH FORMATION IN YOUR CHILDREN 2-4 p.m., Lourdes Center Dining Hall of St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Interactive session with Dr. Maureen O’Brien and panel. Program is free, but registration required. Call 412-373-0050.
2 | GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS 2:30 p.m., St. Paul Cathedral, 108 N. Dithridge St., Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. For couples celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2016. Bishop David Zubik is celebrant. Light reception to follow. To register, contact your parish.
2 | SOLEMN VESPERS 7 p.m., St. John the Baptist, 444 St. John St., Plum Borough.
2 and 3 | DYNAMIC PARISH MISSION 7-9:15 p.m., St. James Parish, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. Featuring nationally known speaker and evangelist, Dan DeMatte. Program is free and open to public.
7:15 p.m., Our Lady of the Angels Parish, 225 37th St., Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. Commemorates passing of St. Francis of Assisi, and includes reading and prayer from his life. Call 412-682-0929.
3 and 4 | BLESSING OF ANIMALS 9 a.m., St. John the Baptist, 444 St. John St., Plum Borough.
4 | CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS Tuesdays, Oct. 4 and 11, 4-6:30 p.m., Holy Trinity School, 5720 Steubenville Pike, Robinson Township. “Understanding and Implementing A Family Eucharistic Holy Hour.” Offers five continuing education credits. Call Pat at 412-456-3115.
4 | HOLY HOUR 7 p.m., St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Call 412-486-4100.
4 | SERIES OF TALKS ON IMMIGRATION Tuesdays, Oct. 4-25, 7-8:30 p.m., Sullivan hall of St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 131 Bigham St., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood. “Immigration in America: The History and the Experience,” led by Dr. Matt O’Brien, professor of history at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Program is free. Call Holly at 412-381-0212, ext. 106.
4 and NOV. 1 | MONTHLY PASTEL PRESENTATION 7 p.m., St. Felix Parish, 450 13th Freedom. Conducted by artist Dee Ruckert. Cost is $5. Call 412-445-0250.
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5 | TAIZE PRAYER 6 p.m., Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1 020 State St. Baden. Call Sister Roseann at 724-888-6809.
5 | WEEKLY BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 6:30 p.m., Oct. 5-Nov. 16, St. Bartholomew Parish, 111 Erhardt Dr., Penn Hills. To register, call 412-242-3374, ext. 14.
5 | ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM Wednesdays, starting Oct. 5, 7 p.m., St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw. Father Mike Ackerman will lead course titled “Creed-Belief in Human and Divine Realities.” Call 412-486-5521.
5 and NOV. 2 | MONTHLY ADORATION 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Joseph Parish, 315 Stoney Hollow Road, Cabot.
6 | DAY OF ADORATION 8:30 a.m.-holy hour at 6 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Sponsored by Christian Mothers and Guild.
6 | AUTUMN GALA Presented by Sisters of St. Francis of God, 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner, South Hills Country Club, 4305 Brownsville Road, Whitehall. The San Damiano Award will be presented to Trudy Comba. Cost is $75 per person, $275 for four and $525 for eight. Call 412-885-7232, or e-mail info@osfprov.org.
6 | WEEKLY CHRISTLIFE Thursdays, Oct. 6-Nov. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m., St. John the Baptist Parish, 444 St. John St., Plum. Program is free, and includes dinner. Call 412-793-4511.
6-8 | FALL FESTIVAL Noon-7 p.m. (2-7 p.m. on Saturday), St. Titus Parish, 952 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa. Dinners and variety of foods including pierogies, haluski, wings and more. Call 724-378-8561, or visit www.sttituschurch.org.
6-8 | NATIONALITY FAIR 4-10 p.m. on Thursday, 4-11 p.m. on Friday, 2-10 p.m. on Saturday, St. Malachy Parish, 343 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Township. An array of nationality booths, including German, Italian, Slovak, Mexican, American, French and more. Also featuring games, raffles, instant bingo and more.
6-9 | FLEA MARKET 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sunday), Epiphany Parish, 164 Washington Ave., Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood. Free admission.
7 and NOV. 4 | MONTHLY ADORATION Following 7 a.m. Mass, through Benediction
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at 7 p.m., St. Sebastian Parish, 311 Siebert Road, Ross Township.
7 and NOV. 4 | MONTHLY ADORATION VIGIL Mass at 8 p.m., followed by adoration until 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, Grotto Chapel of SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township.
7 and NOV 4 | MONTHLY ADORATION VIGIL 8 p.m. through 8 a.m. on Saturdays, Penn campus of St. Maria Goretti Parish, 5323 Ave., Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood.
7 | FISH FRY 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Domremy Pavilion of St. Joan of Arc Parish, 6470 Library Road, South Park Township. Call 412-854-3173.
7 | OKTOBERFEST 6-10 p.m., St. James Parish, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. Dinner includes German potato salad, pork and beans and more. Also, games for kids, tractor rides and more. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Cost is $12 for adults, $3 for children up to grade eight and $5 for youth in 8-12th grades. Call 412-741-6650.
7 | OKTOBERFEST 6-10 p.m., Sullivan Hall of St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 131 Bigham St., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood. Featuring dinners and carnival foods, raffles, auction baskets, photo booth, German music, beer and more. Dinner menu includes chicken paprikash, pork roast, spaetzle, potato pancakes and much more.
7-8 | 24-HOUR ADORATION
Baptist Parish, 444 St. John St., Plum.
7-9 | 50TH REUNION Bishop Canevin High School Class of 1966 reunion. Activities: Friday, 1:30 p.m., tour of school; Friday, 6 p.m., cocktails at Station Squire; 8 a.m. golf outing at Hickory Heights; 6 p.m. cocktail hour, followed by dinner and dance at 7 p.m., Crowne Plaza West Hotel in Green Tree; Sunday, picnic, noon, South Park. E-mail dennygdurst@bellsouth.net.
7-9 | WOMEN’S RETREAT 4:30 p.m. through noon on Sunday, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
7 and NOV. 4 | HOLY HOUR Following 8 a.m. Mass through 9:45 a.m., St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 821 Herman Road, Herman (Butler).
8 | DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE With Bishop David Zubik to National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. Includes Mass, pass through Door of Mercy, sacred music concert, holy hour, tour of shrine and more. For information, visit www.diopitt.org.
8 | RUMMAGE SALE 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Treasure house of Most Holy Name Parish, 1700 Harpster St., Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood.
8 | PANCAKE BREAKFAST 8-11 a.m., social hall of Our Lady of Victory Parish, 1319 Low Grade Road, Harwick. Cost is $5 per person. Call Judy at 724-274-8575, ext. 4 or e-mail jmccullough@olovharwick.org.
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8 | OKTOBERFEST 11 a.m. (lunch), 3-8 p.m. (dinner), Most Holy Name of Jesus School hall, 1515 Tinsbury St. Pittsburgh’s Troy Hill neighborhood. Featuring all homemade foods, including potato pancake, Reuben, kielbasa, potato pancakes, red cabbage, Einlauf soup, funnel cake, imported beer and more. Roasted pork dinner with sides is $10. Also entertainment throughout the day, including German music and dancers.
8 | TEA PARTY Noon-2 p.m., All Saints Parish, 19 Wilson St., Etna. Sponsored by Christian Mothers & Guild. Cost is $10. Call 412-781-4788.
8 | POLKA MASS & DINNER 4 p.m. vigil Mass with polka music, followed by Oktoberfest dinner and dancing, St. Valentine Parish, 2710 Ohio St., Bethel Park. Music provided by Ray Jay and the Carousels. Dinner buffet includes carved roast port, pigs in a blanket, potato pancakes, apple crisp and more. Cost is $20. Call 412-835-4415.
8 | OKTOBERFEST 6 p.m., St. Augustine Hall of Our Lady of
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the Angels Parish, 220 37th St., Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. Includes German music, dancing and array of German foods including sauerkraut and pork, pretzels, apple strudel and much more. Beer and wine available. Tickets are $15. Call 412-682-0929.
8 | SPEAKER 6-8 p.m., Dr. Ray Guarendi presents “Back to Family,” Upper Cardinal DiNardo Room of SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township. Goodwill offering accepted.
9 | BLOOD DRIVE 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., St. John the Baptist, 444 St. John St., Plum. Call Joann at 412-793-4511.
9 | WEEKLY ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM Sundays, Oct. 9-Nov. 13, following 10 a.m. Mass, St. Maurice Parish, 2001 Ardmore Blvd., Forest Hills. Using Bishop Barron’s video Series “Conversion: Following the Call of Christ.” Call 412-271-0809.
9 | SUPER BINGO 12:30 p.m., Horner Hall of Holy Spirit Parish, 2603 Old Elizabeth Road, West Mifflin. Cost is $20, tickets purchased at the door.
10 | GOLF OUTING 10th annual St. Thomas a’ Becket Parish Golf Outing, registration at 10 a.m., followed by lunch and shotgun start team scramble at noon, South Hills Country Club, 4305 Brownsville Road, Whitehall. Cocktails and dinner follow outing. Live music provided by Christ Higbee. Packages are $200 for singles, and starting at $800 for foursome. Dinner only $60. Call Debbie at 412-655-9335.
10 | GOLF OUTING Ninth Annual Golf Outing for St. Anne School, beginning with lunch, followed by shotgun start at 1 p.m., Valley Brook Country Club, 425 Hidden Valley Road, McMurray. Cost is $125 for golf and dinner, $40 for dinner only. Call Shea at 412-925-4116, Rudy at 412-341-5479, or visit www.saintanneschool.org.
11 | BIBLE STUDY Tuesday, monthly starting Oct. 11, 6:30 p.m., Our Lady Queen of Peace Church meeting room
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of St. Peter Parish, 907 Middle St., Pittsburgh’s North Side. Titled “Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother,” the study includes video, discussion and personal sharing. Call Pat at 412-321-3186. Open to the public.
the Flesh and the Devil.” Cost is $45, and includes dinner. Call 412-381-7676.
16 | MASS & OKTOBERFEST 2 p.m. Mass with polka music, followed by dinner from 3-6 p.m., St. Norbert Church Hall of Holy Apostles Parish, 2413 St. Norbert St., Pittsburgh’s Overbrook neighborhood. Music provided by Madel Jagr. Menu includes pork, sauerkraut, potato pancakes and more. Call 412-884-7744.
11 | RESPECT LIFE SPEAKER Following 6:30 p.m. Mass, St. Anne Parish, 400 Hoodridge Drive, Castle Shannon. Kurt Kondrich will share his family’s journey with Chloe, their daughter with Down syndrome. Call 412-531-5964.
16 | SACRED MUSIC CONCERT
12 | LUNCH & SPEAKER
“Sacred Music in Sacred Space” concert, 3:30 p.m., Calvary Cemetery, 718 Hazelwood Ave., Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood neighborhood. Call 412-421-9959 or 1-866-794-5081.
Alice Harpur Bereavement Ministry lunch and speaker for those experiencing loss, 12:30 p.m., Family Life Center of St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Call 412-916-7151.
16 | CHOIR CONCERT 7 p.m., Our Lady of Victory Parish, 1319 Low Grade Road, Harwick. Small social following concert. Concert is free and open to the public. Call 724-274-8575, ext. 4, or e-mail jmmccullough@olovharwick.org.
14 | SUPER BINGO 5:30 p.m., doors open (games begin at 7 p.m.), St. Mary of the Assumption Parish School, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw. Call Coleen at 412-486-6622.
17 | BIBLE STUDY
14-15 | OKTOBERFEST Friday, 4-10 p.m. (dinner from 5-9 p.m.), Saturday, 5-10 p.m. (dinner from 4-8 p.m.), Rock Catholic Center of St. Peter Parish, 342 Normal Ave., Slippery Rock. Featuring live music and dancing, authentic German food, Mass with polka music, cash raffle, games and more. Call 724-794-2880.
14-16 | WOMEN’S RETREAT WEEKEND 8 p.m. on Friday through noon on Sunday, Martina Spiritual Renewal Center, 5244 Clarwin Ave., West View. Theme is “Crossing the Thresholds,” presented by JoAnn Paradise. Cost is $130. Call 412-931-9766, or e-mail info@ martinacenter.com.
15 | RUMMAGE SALE 9 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Ursula School cafeteria, 3937 Kirk Ave., Allison Park. Free admission.
15 | RED WAGON FARE LUNCHEON 10:30 a.m., Pittsburgh Field Club, 121 Field Club Road, Fox Chapel. Sponsored by Christ Child Society of Pittsburgh. Cost is $40. Call 412-302-6020.
15 | FLEA MARKET & OKTOBERFEST 3-7 p.m., St. Christopher Parish, 229 N. Franklin Ave., Prospect. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages 6-12 and free for kids 5 and under.
15 | CHILI COOKOFF 4-7:30 p.m., St. Thomas a’ Becket School Building, 139 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills. Participants vote for their favorite recipe.
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15 | OKTOBERFEST 7-10:30 p.m., Word of God Parish, 7446 McClure Ave., Swissvale. Featuring chicken, Italian sausage, bratwurst and more. Music provided Deacon DJ Len. Cost is $35, and includes food, beverages, beer and wine or $25 for just food and beverages. Must be 21 and over to attend. Call 412-241-1372.
16 | PORK & SAUERKRAUT DINNER Noon-6 p.m., St. Cecelia Parish, 632 Virginia Ave., Rochester. Cost is $8 per adults, $4 per child.
16 | STUFFED CHICKEN DINNER Noon-6 p.m., Rockefellers Grille, 1833 McKees Rocks Road, McKees Rocks. Sponsored by Steeple Chase Drive of St. John of God Parish in McKees Rocks. Cost is $20, and includes dinner. Big screen television lets guest enjoy Pittsburgh Steelers football games during dinner. Call 412-331-3443.
16 | VENDOR & CRAFT SHOW WITH KID’S TOY AND CLOTHING SALE Noon-4 p.m., St. Malachy Parish, 343 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Township. Featuring more than 30 vendors and crafters.
16 | SPECIAL PROGRAM 1:30-8:30 p.m. St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. “Spiritual Warfare: Resisting the World,
Mondays, for seven weeks, starting Oct. 17, following 7 p.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Taught by Father Tony Gargotta. Call 412-373-0050.
17 and 21 | JOURNEY THROUGH SCRIPTURE COURSE 10 a.m.-noon, St. Elizabeth Parish, One Grove Place, Pleasant Hills. St. Joseph Sister Honora McCawley presents “An Introduction to the Old Testament.” Cost is $20, with four elective credits offered. Call 724-869-6587 by Oct. 1.
18 | FAMILY HOLY HOUR 1:30-2:45 p.m., Holy Trinity Parish, 5718 Steubenville Pike, Robinson Township.
18 | SPEAKER SERIES 7 p.m., St. Malachy Parish, 343 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Township. Capuchin Father Scott Seethaler presents “Don’t Let Worry Win.” Program is free and open to public.
18 and NOV. 15 | MONTHLY MARIAN PRAYERS 7 p.m., St. Paul Monastery, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side.
18 or 29 | INTRODUCTION TO IGNATIAN PRAYER Tuesday, Oct. 18, 1:30-3:30 p.m., or Saturday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-noon, St. Joseph Spirituality Center, 1020 State St., Baden. Presented by St. Joseph Sister Catherine Higgins, includes overview of the Spiritual Exercises and time for reflection. Program is free. To register, call 412841-8475, or e-mail catherinehiggins@comcast. net by Oct. 4.
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Hot sausage sandwiches
Submitted by Mary Andras Smith Our Lady of the Valley Parish, Donora “This recipe was given to me in 1972 by a co-worker. My husband was attending a sports party, and he wanted to take something nobody else would bring. Needless to say, it was a hit. I still make this recipe, and enjoy the sandwiches while watching the Pittsburgh Steelers play football. Go Steelers! Ingredients Hot sausage links (“I use package of six, but more can be used”) 1 tablespoon cooking oil 1 chopped green pepper 1 chopped onion Hot pepper seeds (to taste) Hot sauce (to taste) Pinch of basil 16-ounce can of cola 46-ounce bottle of ketchup Directions Boil hot sausage links for at least 20 minutes and drain (based on six links). Saute oil, green pepper and onion. Add hot pepper seeds, hot sauce, basil, cola, ketchup. Add hot sausage links. Bring to boil and simmer for approximately two hours. Serve in sausage buns.
19 | CHRIST LIFE SPIRIT REFILL SERIES 7 p.m., St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Father Nick Vaskov will celebrate a teaching Mass.
20 | SENIOR POTLUCK LUNCH
21-23 | WOMEN’S ALANO RETREAT
11:30-1:30 p.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Attendees asked to bring dish to share. Call 412-373-0050.
4:30 p.m. through 11 a.m. Sunday, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
20 and 27 | JOURNEY THROUGH SCRIPTURE COURSE
21-23 | BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND
7-9 p.m., St. Athanasius Parish, 7 Chalfonte Ave., West View. St. Joseph Sister Honora McCawley presents “An Introduction to the Old Testament.” Cost is $20. Call 724-869-6587 by Oct. 1.
21 | ST. ANTHONY DINNER & AUCTION 5:30 p.m., David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Downtown Pittsburgh. Cardinal Sean O’Malley will be presented with the Spirit of St. Anthony Award. Tickets start at $150 for individuals. For information, call 724-940-9020, or visit www.stanthonykids.org.
21 | PARISH FEAST DAY CELEBRATION 6 p.m., St. Ursula Parish, 3937 Kirk Ave., Allison Park. Includes prayer service and food.
21-23 | IGNATIAN WEEKEND OF PRAYER 7 p.m. Friday-noon on Sunday, St. Joseph
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Spirituality Center, 1020 State St., Baden. Directed retreat presented by St. Joseph Sister Catherine Higgins, held in atmosphere of silence, and includes Mass and individual direction. Cost is $130. Call 724-869-6587.
For those divorced, widowed or separated, Gilmary Retreat Center, 601 Flaugherty Run Road, Findlay Township. For payment information and to register, call Mary at 412-523-2405, or Steve at 412-367-4948.
22 | ONE-DAY PILGRIMAGE Pilgrimage to Door of Mercy at St. Paul Cathedral and more. Sponsored by St. Cecilia and St. Felix parishes. Cost is $35, due on Oct. 8. Call 724-775-0801.
22 | FALL CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW 10 a.m.-2 p.m., All Saints Parish, 19 Wilson St., Etna. Sponsored by Christian Mothers and Guild. No admission charge.
22 | CRAFT SHOW 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Meridian site of St. Fidelis Parish, 125 Buttercup Road, Butler
22 | BINGO & LUNCH 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Lyceum of Holy Spirit Parish,
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608 Farragut St., Millvale. Sponsored by Christian Mothers & Women Guilds. Advance tickets are $15. Call Mary at 412-821-0865.
22 | CASH BASH 6-10 p.m. (doors open at 5:15 p.m.), St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Includes food, beer, prizes and more. Winner need not be present. Call 412-276-1011, ext. 210.
22 | CASH BASH 6-10 p.m., St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Prizes awarded every 15 minutes. Also blackjack tables, basket auction, celebrity poker tables, and more. Cost is $20, and includes drawing entry and catered dinner. Call 412-367-9001. Proceeds benefit parish’s music ministry.
22 | MASS OF MERCY & INNOCENT 11:30 a.m., St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park.
22 | CHANGE A HEART GALA “Come to the Cabaret,” 6:30 p.m., SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township. Cost is $50 per person, or $350 for table of eight. Proceeds benefit Franciscan Volunteer Program. Call 412-821-0861, or visit www.changeaheartvolunteers.org.
22-23 | FAIR TRADE MARKETPLACE Noon-6 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sunday, St. Sylvester Parish, 3754 Brownsville Road, Brentwood. Shop handmade items from around the world, including baskets, scarves, jewelry and more. Proceeds benefit Ladies of Charity ministries and Catholic Relief Services’ refugee program.
23 | CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Holy Spirit Parish, 2603 Old Elizabeth Road, West Mifflin.
23 | CELEBRATE LIFE BANQUET 1 p.m., Family Life Center of St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Sponsored by People Concerned for the Unborn Child. Keynote speaker is Dr. Paul Kengor, author of six major books on Ronald Reagan. Tickets are $35. Call 412-531-9272 by Oct. 17, or visit www.pcuc.org.
23 | YEAR OF MERCY SPEAKER SERIES 6:30 p.m., St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. Father Frederick Gruber presents “Our Blessed Mother’s Rosary as Revealed in History and through the Mystics.” Program is free and open to public.
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26 | “WHEN TOMORROW COMES” 1-3 p.m., St. Sylvester Parish, 3754 Brownsville Road, Brentwood. A discussion on end-of-life issues, with speakers Deacon William Batz, Beth Stroud from Catholic Hospice, and Attorney Jeffrey Golvash. Program is free and open to the public. Call 412-882-8593, ext. 218 to register.
26 | CHRISTLIFE SPIRIT REFILL SERIES 7 p.m., St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Father Chris Mannerino will present “Spirits and Spirituality.”
27 | SPEAKER SEIRES 7 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, 9000 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township. Dr. James Schaefer presents “Ecological Conversion, Developing Virtuous Communities.” Donation is $20. Call 412-232-7512, or e-mail johnoesterle2@gmail.com.
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28 | GALA DINNER & RAFFLE 6 p.m. St. Ursula Parish social hall, 3937 Kirk Ave., Allison Park. Includes social hour, catered dinner, with chance to win prizes. Raffle ticket and dinner is $100, and additional $50 for one guest. Call 412-654-4721.
29 | MASS OF REMEMBRANCE 11:30 a.m., St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park.
29 | MASS & GERMAN DINNER 4 p.m. Mass, followed by dinner from 5-7 p.m., Holy Spirit Parish, 608 Farragut St., Millvale. Cost is $10 in advance, $12 at the door, and $5 for children. Call 412-821-4424.
29 and NOV. 5 | MARRIAGE PREP For couples planning to marry in the Catholic Church, 11:45 a.m.-7 p.m., St. Michael Parish, 432 Center Ave., Butler. Call Cheryl at 724-9912639, or e-mail cweiland@zoominternet.net.
Pumpkin Patch Trolley
October 14-16, 21-23, 28-30
Santa Trolley
(On-line advance tickets recommended)
November 25-27 December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18
Trolley and Toy Trains December 2, 9 & 16
30 | SPAGHETTI DINNER 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Mary, Mother of the Church Parish, 624 Washington Ave., Charleroi. Tickets available at the door. Dine in or takeout.
30 | SPAGHETTI DINNER 1-6 p.m., Lourdes Center Dining Hall of St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Includes salad bar, dessert and beverage. Proceeds benefit Athletic Association. For cost and more information, call 412-373-0050.
30 | MUSIC PLUS CONCERT 3 p.m. (2:30 p.m. preconcert), “Not Your Usual Stuffy Concert,” St. James Parish, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. Featuring Vocalist Anna Singer and Lou Valenzi, with Donna Amato on piano. Dessert reception to follow. Goodwill offering accepted.
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30 | ART AUCTION 4 p.m. preview, 5 p.m. auction, Futule’s Harmar House, 1321 Freeport Road, Cheswick. Sponsored by Our Lady of Victory Parish in Harwick. Cost is $20, and includes door prize, hors d’oeuvres, dessert and coffee. For tickets, call 724-274-6110.
30 | LIVE DRAMA – THE STORY OF A SOUL 6:30 p.m., St. Hilary Parish, 320 Henderson Ave., Washington. St. Luke Productions presents “Therese -The Story of a Soul,” a one-woman production starring Audrey Ahem as St. Therese, The Little Flower. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under and $7 for students age 13-18. Call 724-222-4087, or e-mail sthilarychurch@comcast.net.
NOVEMBER 1 | FEAST OF ALL SAINTS Holy Day of Obligation
2 | ALL SOULS’ DAY PRAYER SERVICES Held at all 12 Catholic Cemeteries of the Catholic Cemeteries Association. For information, call 412-521-9133.
2 | TAIZE PRAYER 6 p.m., motherhouse chapel of Sisters of St. Joseph, 1020 State St., Baden. Call 724-888-6809.
2 | MEMORIAL MASS 7 p.m. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Parish choir will perform Gabriel Faure’s “Requiem.”
3 | DAY OF ADORATION 8:30 a.m. -holy hour at 6 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third St., Carnegie.
3 | DINNER-FESTIVAL 3-7 p.m., social hall of St. Felix Parish, 450 13th St., Freedom. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for children. Call 724-775-1476
4 | FISH FRY 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Domremy Pavilion of St. Joan of Arc Parish, 6470 Library Rd., South Park Township. Call 412-854-3173.
4 | NIGHT AT THE RACES 5:30 p.m. Miller Pavilion of Our Lady of Grace Parish, 310 Kane Blvd., Scott Township.
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4 | ITALIAN DINNER Served family style, 6-9 p.m., Sullivan Hall of St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 131 Bigham St., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under. Also, raffle, Italian music, bake sale, wine, beer and beverages.
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4-5 | 24-HOUR EUCHARISTIC ADORATION 9 a.m.- 9 a.m. on Saturday, St. John the Baptist, 444 St. John St., Plum.
4-6 | WOMEN’S RETREAT 4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
5 | CRAFT SHOW 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Bonaventure Parish, 2001 Mount Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Featuring an array of vendors, crafters and artists. Admission is $1 for adults, and free for children 12 and under.
5 | PRE-CANA MARRIAGE PREPARATION 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. John the Baptist Parish, 444 St. John St., Plum. Call Jane at 412-795-6376.
5 | CONFERENCE “The New Evangelization for the New Millennium,” noon-Mass at 4:30 p.m. (with Bishop David Zubik as celebrant), Monroeville Convention Center. Speakers include Peter Herbeck, Father Joseph Freedy and Sonja P. Corbitt. Cost is $10. Sponsored by St. Bernadette and North American Martyrs Parishes. Visit www. stbrnadet.org or www.namcatholicchurch.org.
5 | CASH BASH 5:30 p.m., Lyceum of Holy Spirit Parish, 608 Farragut St. Millvale. Sponsored by Holy Spirit Parish and Shaler Cheer Squad. Tickets are $25. Call 412-821-4424.
5 | NIGHT AT THE RACES St. Ursula School, 3937 Kirk Ave., Allison Park. For more information, call 412-486-5511.
6 | BREAKFAST BRUNCH BUFFET 9 a.m.-1 p.m., St. James the Apostle Parish, 4019 U.S. Route 422, Pulaski. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for kids.
6 | CRAFT SHOW 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Our Lady of Grace Parish, 310 Kane Blvd., Scott Township. Featuring more than 70 vendors.
6 | SUPER BINGO Doors open at 12:30 p.m., Holy Spirit Parish, 2603 Old Elizabeth Road, West Mifflin. Tickets are $20, and available only at the door.
Submitted by Felicia Glinicki St. Sebastian Parish, Ross Township “Our family loves this cake, anytime of the year. Recipe has to be more than 50 years old.” Ingredients 3 cups flour 1½ cups sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 cup oil 2½ teaspoons vanilla 4 eggs 1/3 cup orange juice 3 or 4 medium-size Granny Smith apples 2 teaspoons cinnamon ½ cup sugar Directions Grease and flour 10-inch tube pan. Slice and peel apples. Mix with ½ cup sugar and cinnamon; set aside. Dough: Sift together flour, sugar and baking powder. Add eggs, oil, orange juice and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Put small amount of dough in pan. Then layer apples and sprinkle 1/3 of sugar/ cinnamon mixture over apples. Repeat two more times. Bake one hour and 15 minutes in 350-degree oven.
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10 | SPEAKER St. Titus Parish, 952 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa. Dave Van Vickle will present “The Catholic Truth About Angels, Demons, Exorcisms, Ghosts
11-13 | MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND 7 p.m. Friday-3 p.m. Sunday, Antiochian Village Conference Center, 140 ChurchCamp Trail, Bolivar. For information, visit www. yourmarriageisworthit.org.
12 | PANCAKE BREAKFAST 8 a.m.-11 a.m., Our Lady of Victory, 1319 Low Grade Road, Harwick. Tickets are $5 and available at the door. Call 724-274-8575, ext. 4, or e-mail jmccullough@olovharwick.org.
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6:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie. Join Knights of Columbus and parish’s contemporary choir for unique prayerful experience.
5-7 p.m., LaRoche College, 9000 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township. For prospective graduate, adult and transfer students, Call 412-536-1260, or visit www.laroche.edu/ gradopenhouse.
4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
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9 a.m. Mass, followed by presentation and activities, St. John the Baptist School, 444 St. John St., Plum. Call school at 412-793-0555.
5:30 p.m., St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw. Call Coleen at 412-486-6622.
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Noon-7 p.m., Holy Rosary Parish, 246 Muse Bishop Road, Muse. Sponsored by Christian Mothers/Altar Society. Cost is $9 for large, $7 for small. For takeout, call 724-745-6211.
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7 p.m., Robert Mickens presents “The Impact of Pope Francis on the Church in Rome, the Bishops Around the World, and the People in the Pews,” 7 p.m., Kearns Spirituality Center, 9000 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township. Donation is $20. Call 412-232-7512, or e-mail johnoesterle2@gmail.com.
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3 p.m. (preconcert at 2:30 p.m.), St. James Parish, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. Vocalist Donna Groem with a band will sing love songs through the decades inspired by letters written by American Veterans. Goodwill offering accepted.
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6 | MUSIC PLUS CONCERT – “LOVE LETTERS”
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12 | PRE-MARRIAGE CLASS 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., St. Cecilia Parish, 632 Virginia Ave., Rochester. Hosted by Capuchin Father Scott Seethaler. Cost is $70 per couple, and includes breakfast and lunch. E-mail agreencsj@comcast.net by Oct. 21.
Castle Shannon. Cost is $25, and includes dinner buffet and beverage. (Tables of 10 can be reserved). Also featuring raffles and door prizes. Must be over 21 to attend. Visit www.saintanneschool.org for when tickets become available, or call 412-561-7720.
12 | CRAFT/VENDOR FAIR 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Ursula Parish, Allison Park. Admission is free.
12 | CRAFT/VENDOR FAIR 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Valentine Parish, 2710 Ohio St., Bethel Park. Sponsored by parish preschool.
12 | DAY OF PRAYER 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1020 State St., Baden. Dr. Elizabeth Vasko, presents “Singing Alleluia with a Broken Heart: Explorations of Trauma and Grace.” Cost is $25, and includes breakfast and lunch. For information, call Monica at 724-522-9807. To register, E-mail Kathleen at kalgolf4@hotmail. com by Oct. 29.
12 | CRAFT/VENDOR Submitted by Marion Brooks, St. Aloysius Parish, Reserve Township. “I have used this recipe for years at Thanksgiving. It is much better and much more tasty than serving just plain cranberry sauce from the can. This dish goes well with turkey or chicken.” Ingredients (1) 3-ounce container of gelatin (orange, cherry or berry) 1 cup boiling water ½ cup cold water or orange/fruit juice 1 orange (1) 1-pound can whole cranberry sauce 1 cup miniature marshmallows (if desired) Directions Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add cold liquid and chill gelatin until slightly thickened. Cut orange into wedges and remove seeds (skin may be removed or left on as desired). Grind or chop oranges. Combine all ingredients with slightly thickened gelatin. Chill until firm. Chopped nuts or chopped fresh apple may be added, if desired. (”I do add one or the other sometimes. I also chop the orange and do not use the skin.”)
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9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Holy Rosary Parish, 246 Muse-Bishop Road, Muse.
12 | CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Holy Trinity School building, 5720 Steubenville Pike, Robinson Township. Featuring more than 100 crafters. Lunch is available. Handicap accessible.
12 | CRAFT SHOW 10 a.m.-3 p.m., North American Martyrs Parish, 2526 Haymaker Road, Monroeville. Featuring quality handmade items, such as wreaths, leather goods, embellished shirts, holiday decorations and more.
12 | HOMEMADE BREAD SALE Noon-6 p.m., Holy Family hall of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie.
12 | GRIEF SUPPORT “Surviving the Holidays,” 3:30-5:30 p.m., SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township.
12 | NIGHT AT THE RACES 5:30 p.m. doors open, 6 p.m. buffet dinner, 7 p.m. races, Holy Spirit Parish, 2603 Old Elizabeth Road, West Mifflin. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Call 412-346-0477.
12 | MOVIE NIGHT 6-9 p.m., SS. John and Paul Parish, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park/Marshall Township.
12 | VERA BRADLEY BINGO 6 p.m., St. Anne School, 4040 Willow Ave.,
13 | YEAR OF MERCY SPEAKER SERIES 6:30 p.m., St. Thomas More Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park. David Mills will present “Mercy Begins in the Mind.” Program is free and open to the public.
13 | CONCERT 7 p.m., Word of God Parish, 7446 McClure Ave., Swissvale. Featuring the St. Vincent Camerata performing early Baroque choruses, with special guest Chatham Baroque. For information, call 412-241-1372.
13 | PARENT & CHILD WORKSHOP 9:45-11 a.m., Sullivan Hall of St. Mary of the Mount Parish, 131 Bigham St., Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington neighborhood. Presented by parish’s Children and Family Ministry. Pittsburgh artists Vanessa German will present workshop on her “power figures,” pieces made with found materials that represent a profound truth or aspiration. Parents and children ages 3-14 are welcome. Call Holy Mohr at 412-3810212, ext. 106, or e-mail hmohr@smomp.org.
14 | GRIEVING LOSS OF PET 1:30-3 p.m., St. Joseph Spirituality Center, 1020 State St., Baden. Featuring input, sharing and support. Continues on Monday, Dec. 5. Call Sister Mary Ann at 412-600-3247 by Nov. 7. Program is free.
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15 | SPEAKER SERIES 7 p.m., St. Malachy Parish, 343 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Township (Coraopolis). Father Joe Freedy will present “Living Life to the Full.” Refreshments and meet and greet will follow. Program is free and open to the public.
16 | CATHOLIC ALIVE SERIES 6:30-8 p.m., St. Michael Parish, 432 Center Ave., Butler. Childcare provided. Program is free and open to the public. Guest speaker is Fr. Thomas Kunz.
17 | PRAYER SERVICE & COMMUNITY LUNCH 1 p.m. prayer service, 1:30 p.m. luncheon, Port Vue site of St. Mark Parish, 1125 Romine Ave., Port Vue. Meal includes Thanksgiving turkey, stuffing and more. Cost is $15. Call 412-678-1393 by Nov. 3.
18-20 | MEN’S RETREAT 4:30 p.m.-noon on Sunday, St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
Sponsored by St. Malachy School in Kennedy Township. Tickets are $40. Call 412-771-4545.
20 | GOSPEL MASS 10 a.m., St. Teresa of Avila, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Adult choir, instrumentalists and Spirit Band will lead music for the solemnity of Christ the King.
24 | FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER Following 11:30 a.m. Mass-1:30 p.m., St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville. Sponsored by Parish’s Breaking Bread Ministry. For reservations, call 724-814-6816 or e-mail breakingbread15146@gmail.com
24 | FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER Noon-3 p.m., St. Cecilia Parish hall, 632 Virginia Ave., Rochester. All are welcome.
25-27 | MEN’S ALANO RETREAT 4:30 p.m.-11 a.m., St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Call 412-381-7676.
27 | THANKSGIVING BUFFET BREAKAST 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Holy Name Hall of Christ the Light of the World Parish, 32 S. First St., Duquesne. Featuring hot buffet items, coffee, tea and juice.
27 | ADORATION & VESPERS Eucharistic adoration, noon-7 p.m., vespers with Benediction 7 p.m., St. John the Baptist Parish, 444 St. John St., Plum.
28 | ADVENT MINI RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE Either 1:30-3:30 p.m. or 6:30-8 p.m., St. Joseph Spirituality Center, 1020 State St., Baden. Participants will continue with daily prayer and four individual sessions. Directed by St. Joseph Sister Catherine Higgins. Fee is $75, and includes materials and individual direction. To register, call 412-841-8475 or e-mail catherinehiggins@comast.net by Nov. 14.
19 | CRAFT SHOW 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Louise de Marillac Parish, 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Featuring 117 crafters and a bake sale. Admission is $2, which includes compliment ticket for Chinese auction.
19 | BINGO Noon-3 p.m., St. Nicholas Parish hall, 24 Maryland Ave., Millvale. Cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Call Debbie at 412-445-9061.
19 | BLUE & WHITE GALA “Evening under the Stars,” 7-11 p.m., Doubletree Pittsburgh Hotel in Green Tree.
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30 | ADVENT DAY OF REFLECTION 10 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Paul of the Cross Monastery, 148 Monastery Ave., Pittsburgh’s South Side. Capuchin Father Scott Seethaler will present “When Dreams Become Real.” Cost is $30 and includes lunch.
30 | CHRISTLIFE SPIRIT REFILL SERIES 7 p.m., St. Teresa of Avila, 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville. Father Chris Mannerino will present “The Role of Mary in the Church.”
Submitted by Nancy Bagnull, St. Germaine Parish, Bethel Park “This recipe is from my mother. I have never seen it anywhere, and I would like to share it. They are very good.” Dough ingredients 3 cups brown sugar 1 cup Crisco 2 eggs 1 cup milk 3 teaspoon cream of tarter 3 tablespoons baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 4-6 cups of flour (use enough flour so you can roll dough out and it doesn’t stick to the board). Mix ingredients together to make dough. Filing 1 can crushed pineapple 2 cups brown sugar 2 cups ground walnuts Directions Cook filling ingredients, using corn starch to thicken. Cut round circles (”I use a water glass to cut circles”), put filling on one and then cover. Seal edges with fork. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes.
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Fall road trip: Culture thrives in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood By PEGGY ZEZZA Pope Francis declared an Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy to be celebrated from Dec. 8, 2015, through Nov. 20, 2016. During the year, he declared holy doors be opened in every diocese so Catholics can make a pilgrimage to their local cathedral in order to experience the graces of crossing the threshold of the holy door of Mercy. In the Diocese of Pittsburgh, Bishop David Zubik declared a Door of Mercy at the diocese’s mother church, St. Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Fall is a perfect time to make a pilgrimage to the cathedral, and also take time to visit this bustling neighborhood with its historic landmarks, parks and more. Oakland lies east of Downtown Pittsburgh and is accessible by the Parkway East (Interstate 376). The neighborhood is the heart of the Diocese of Pittsburgh because of the many Catholic institutions that call Oakland home. Aside from the cathedral, there is also Central and Oakland Catholic high schools, Carlow University, St. Regis Parish, the Congregation of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Mercy and the National Institute for Newman Studies.
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A large cross stands high outside the window of the chapel of Oakland Catholic High School.
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Pilgrims cross the threshold of the “Door of Mercy” at St. Paul Cathedral.
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As you approach the cathedral, located at Fifth Avenue and North Craig Street, you will be impressed by the architectural beauty of the 247-feet high church built in 14th century Flemish Gothic style. The cornerstone of the building was laid in 1903, and the restoration of the cathedral began in 2006. As you walk through the impressive front doors you will enter into a breathtakingly beautiful, bright church boasting of a double aisle in its center The Door of Mercy is to your left if you are facing the main altar. Bishop Zubik specifically dedicated this door because of the ramp, making it accessible to everyone. Pilgrims should plan to attend Mass, which is celebrated Monday through Saturday at 6:45 and 8:15 a.m., and 12:05 p.m. Saturday anticipated Mass is at 6 p.m., with Sunday Masses at 6:30, 8 and 10 a.m., noon and 6 p.m.
Across and down the street from the cathedral on North Craig Street is Oakland Catholic High School, a college preparatory school for girls. Stroll by to be inspired by the large cross that stands high on the window of the school’s chapel. In good weather you can take a moment to reflect and pray. Continue on North Craig Street to Bayard, turn left and proceed one block to 4450, where you will find Congregation of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri, which also houses the Ryan Catholic Newman Center. Perpetual adoration is held in the oratory’s chapel day and night, except during Mass. Take a moment to pray before the Eucharist during building hours, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday at 7:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.; Saturday at 10 a.m., 4 and 5:15 p.m.; and Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m., 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.
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could make this fall road trip a full weekend adventure. The neighborhood is home to many landmarks and treasures, including Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum. Built in 1910, it honors men and women from of all branches of the military. You can visit the dinosaurs, gems and architectural wonders in Carnegie Museum of Natural History and view the many different artworks in the Scaife Galleries of Carnegie Museum of Art. While in Oakland you can also take in the beauty of nature at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, one of the nations oldest and largest Victorian greenhouses. One of the Cathedral of Learning’s nationality classrooms celebrating the contributions of immigrants to the U.S.
ROAD TRIP Continued from Page 52 The Oratory also houses the Ryan Catholic Newman Center for all university students in the area. The center offers students opportunities for worship, bible study, mission trips, service work, sport activities and more.
Neighborhood sites While making a pilgrimage to the cathedral, also allow some time to be inspired by the sites and historic architecture that surrounds the area. One block from St. Paul Cathedral on Fifth Avenue stands another Gothic Revival style cathedral that is the heart of the University of Pittsburgh. The Cathedral of Learning listed on the national register of historic places stands 42 stories high. It is the tallest education building in the Western Hemisphere. Don’t miss the opportunity to see The Cathedral of Learning’s beloved nationality classrooms.
Towering above central Oakland is the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning.
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The classrooms celebrate the contributions of immigrants to this country. Located on the building’s first and third floors, the 30 classrooms represent cultures from various countries including Poland, France, Scotland, Korea, Romania and China, to name a few. Audio tours are available Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Since these are working classrooms, during the fall and spring semesters, tours are held only on weekends. For information, call 412-624-6000. While walking through Pitt’s campus you will come upon Heinz Memorial Chapel, a non-denominational chapel dedicated in 1938. Docents are available to give individual and small group walk-p tours during chapel hours, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., or Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Visitors should note, weddings are held on Saturdays and Sundays, and sometimes wedding rehearsals begin at 4 p.m. on Fridays. Also on the campus is the Stephen Collins Foster Memorial and performing arts center and museum. It is built in the same Gothic Revival architecture as the Cathedral of Learning. While in the neighborhood check to see if an event is scheduled for the evening. Visibly noticeable on campus is a replica of a log cabin from around the 1820s. The log cabin was reconstructed for the university’s bicentennial celebration in 1997, to symbolize the Pitt’s original cabin from 1787. During fair weather, stop and take a rest in the Schenley Plaza, a popular common area that sits on Forbes Avenue across from the Cathedral of Learning. Previously a parking lot, visitors can partake in a picnic lunch on the emerald green. Many food choices are offered in circulator fast-food booths, including hot dogs, gyros, sushi, waffles, Dim sum and more. Kids can enjoy a ride on the carousel. There is so much to do in Oakland, you
A side view of the diocese’s mother church, the historic St. Paul Cathedral.
Evenings offer many venues for cultural entertainment, such as Carnegie Music Hall, Stephen Foster Arts Center, Pittsburgh Playhouse, Synod Hall (behind St. Paul Cathedral) and more. Oakland is truly a place to be inspired. To help plan your visit, here are some helpful websites. www. stpaulpgh.org. www.thepittsburghoratory.org www.nationalityrooms.pitt.edu www.onlyinoakland.org Zezza is project editor for the Falls Events Guide, and is circulation manager and parish news coordinator for the Pittsburgh Catholic Newspaper.
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