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In the gospel of Matthew (21:28-32) is a great example of saying, “actions speak louder than words.” As you put your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s poor box, know that you are putting your faith into action.  If you or someone you know is in need, please call and leave a message with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at 724.494.8864. All calls are confidential. Thank you!

In order to provide a place for our families to host luncheons following the death of a loved one, the parishes of St. Titus, St. John the Baptist, and St. Frances Cabrini are now permitting Bereavement Luncheons to be held in their respective halls.  For details, click on the heading.

For anyone who was never brought up in a faith, someone who was brought up in a non-Catholic denomination, or someone who never received all their Sacraments of Initiation, you should explore the RCIA process. For further information, click on the heading.

Please join Fr. Joachim at the outdoor Blessed Mother Shrine on the front lawn of St. John the Baptist Church, Pennsylvania Avenue and 15th Street, Monaca to pray the rosary at 6:00PM on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, the Feast of St. Michael and the Archangels. The rosary will be recited to ask protection especially for law enforcement personnel, first responders, and front-line essential workers. We will also pray for the unborn as well as all Americans during these troubling times. Please remember to wear a mask and practice social distancing.

On September 27th the Church celebrates the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul who knew that “God had sent Him to bring good news to the poor.” Together with your gifts, the members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul continue his work and mission in our parish. Is there a neighbor or friend of yours who is in temporary need because of a loss of a job or an illness? Please leave a message for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. We want to help! Our phone number is 724.494.8864. All calls are confidential.

The scheduling of Masses for 2021 begins the week of October 5, 2020. All Mass intentions will be scheduled by calling the Parish Office at 724.775.3940 ext. 3. For the call schedule and details, click the heading.

Do you know someone not baptized or baptized in a non-Catholic Christian tradition, who would like to know what it means to become Catholic? Do you know someone already Catholic but has not yet received Confirmation and Communion? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a place to ask questions and seek understanding. No obligation inquiry sessions will begin in late September... (For details, click on the heading.)

A challenge of the gospel is to forget how others have behaved toward us and to look to God’s way of loving and forgiving. Our focus must be on God. Is there a neighbor or friend of yours who is in temporary need because of a loss of a job or an illness? Please leave a message for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. we want to help! Our phone number is 724.494.8864. All calls are confidential.

Are you looking for a way to honor or memorialize a loved one? Memorial bricks are a lasting tribute. Bricks for beloved pets are also available for placement in our St. Francis of Assisi pet garden. For further information, click on the heading.

The weekend of September 12/13, 2020 is set for the Bishop’s Education Fund Collection. This fund provides tuition assistance to Catholic families attending Catholic schools within the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Please place your envelope in the collection basket at the church entrance. Thank you in advance for your gift.

On Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 12Noon to 5:00PM as blood drive will be held in St. Titus Worship Site's Titan Hall, 952 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa. Make an appointment by visiting www.vitalant.org using group code G00440291 or by calling 412.209.7000. Making an appointment is recommended. For more information, see the bulletin.

As our Lord became incarnate to redeem us, and as He instituted the seven sacraments to bring us the fruits of His redemption, the Church blesses images of our Lord, the Virgin Mary, and various religious items. Once blessed, these 'sacramentals' are meant to inspire our prayers and lift our minds to the things of heaven. If you have crucifixes, statues, rosaries, religious medals, etc., you are welcome to bring such articles after all Sunday Masses the weekend of September 12/13 to any of our four churches to have them blessed. (For further information, click on the heading.)

Do you know someone not baptized or baptized in a non-Catholic Christian tradition who is thirsting for what it means to become Catholic? Do you know someone who is already Catholic but has not yet received Confirmation and Communion? They may be thirsting, too! The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a place to ask questions and seek understanding. No obligation inquiry sessions begin mid-September. To learn more about the Catholic faith, please contact Deacon Bob at 724.375.7626 or email him at [email protected] for more information.

In the gospel, Jesus says: “…where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Is there a family you know who needs assistance? Please call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul so that together we help them to know that indeed “God is in the midst of them.” If you or someone you know is in need, please call and leave a message with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at 724.494.8864. All calls are confidential.

The offices of the Pastoral Center will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2020 and re-open on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 9:00AM. We hope you have a wonderful weekend with your loved ones. God bless all who labor in love, with love and for love of God, country, and one another. Happy Labor Day!