Text Box: TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JUNE 22, 2008 Text Box: DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET: The Divine Mercy Chaplet is sung at 3:00 PM every Wednesday in the Chapel. All are welcome to participate in this popular devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This is a chance for us to atone for our sins and those of the whole world. ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: As you are aware, on the first Wednesday of each month, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed after the 8:45 AM Mass until the 6:40 AM Mass the next day. There must be someone in attendance in the chapel at all time during this period. There is a need for greater participation by the congregation especially during the hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. To spend and hour with the Lord is such a great honor and privilege. The men and women who have been faithful to this adoration know what a profound joy and satisfaction they receive. To adore our Lord, give him thanks for our blessing, ask for forgiveness of our sins, and place all of our problems and requests before Him, is so awesome. Just to sit and talk to the Lord itself is worth the time. Giving up a little sleep once a month will bring you blessings. Know too that our Lord will shower our Parish with many blessings as well. Please sign up on the table in the gathering space to be a part of this Adoration.

CERTIFICATE /GIFT CARD UPDATE: Don’t forget to stock up those fast food restaurant certificate for your drive to and from the beach this summer.  Also, if you don’t feel like cooking or you don't have time, purchase your favorite restaurant gift cards and treat the family to an evening out.  Special orders will be placed during  the summer on the following dates:

                           June 30

                           July 14 & 28

                           August 11 &  25

Orders must be received by 10:00 AM Monday.

Volunteers are also needed to sell during the summer, office hours are Tuesday and Friday 9:30 AM to noon and Thursday evening from 7 PM to 8 PM.  For more information or to volunteers call Ellen Kline at 412-580-9083.
Text Box: In Just 10 Minutes. We Can Help You Avoid A Stroke… Stroke Screening/Carotid Artery $45 Scans the carotid artery for buildup of fatty plaque, the #1 cause of stroke. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening $45 Screens for the existence of an aneurysm (enlargement) in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured aortic artery. Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening $45 Screens for peripheral arterial disease in the lower extremities, which is linked to coronary artery disease. Osteoporosis Screening $35 Ultrasound screen for abnormal bone mass density in men and women. Where: St. Bonaventure Church When: Monday, July 21, 2008 Pre-registration is required, call 1-800-324-1851 Community Health Screenings. Ultrasound tests conducted by Life Line Screening will be held to determine risk of stroke (due to carotid artery blockage), abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease and osteoporosis. These diseases are preventable and treatable if caught in time. Early detection is prevention. Tests are $45 each (osteoporosis test is $35). Complete vascular package is $109 and all four screenings are $129. Appointments are required. Please call 1-800-324-1851 for an appointment. Life Line Screening’s mission is to make people aware of an undetected health problem and encourage them to seek follow-up care with their physician. You will receive your results in 21 days.

A RACHEL’S VINEYARD WEEKEND RETREAT  for post-abortion healing will be held on August 8-10, 2008 at the Spiritan Center in Bethel Park. To register or for more information, call Catholic Charities at 412 456-6999 by August 1; ask for Ann Depner or Karen LaFrance.

CHRISTIAN PRESPECTIVE on End of Life and Living Will issues will be the subject of a seminar on Sunday, June 22, 1:00 to 3:00 PM in Sullivan Hall at Saint Mary of the Mount Parish, 115 Bigham Street, Mt. Washington. Father Michael Stumpf and Moni McIntyre, PhD from Duquesne University will be presenting. If you have questions about your own plans or those of aging parents, you may find answers at this seminar. Light refreshments. Sponsored by the Parish Social Ministry Committee. Call 412-381-0212 for more info.

THINKING ABOUT SEPERATION OR DIVORCE? Is your marriage or that of a relative or friend heading for divorce? Do you know how to save that marriage? Or do you feel helpless? Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) is designed to help troubled marriages regain their health. It helps spouses uncover or reawaken the love, trust and commitment that originally brought them together. The program is highly successful in saving hurting marriages, even bringing reconciliation to couples who have already separated or divorced. For confidential information about or to register for the upcoming program beginning with a weekend on July 11, 2008, please contact Retrouvaille at 412-277-3434. More information is available at www.helpourmarriage.com