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The Year of Prayer 2021

Posted on December 30, 2020 in: General News

The Year of Prayer 2021

The Year of Prayer Begins January 1, 2021. The heart of United Churches is our life and work together! We have built many relationships and look forward to building many more. Celebrate with this daily prayer calendar lifting up a congregation or ministry within our county and a joy or concern they would like us all to be in prayer about. Monday 1/1 - Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 601 Hepburn Street, Williamsport, Rev. Anthony Vieney - Pray for spiritual and world healing. ❦ Saturday 1/2 - First Saturday Suppers at Christ Episcopa...

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Masses

Posted on December 28, 2020 in: General News

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Masses

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Holy Day of Obligation Mass UPDATE Thursday December 31st 5:30pm at St. Lawrence and January 1st 8:00am at St. Boniface. Sorry for any confusion on the last minute change.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on December 28, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

December 27 - The Feast of the Nativity is such a welcome respite in this year of darkness. The cookies, lights and decorations offer a temporary distraction of happiness. But the reminder that God, the Creator of the universe, has made a guest appearance still startles me. Why would the Master of the World lower himself to suffer our pain and anxiety in this crazy world? Simply so that you and I could get to know Him. Zoom has been no replacement for a true face to face. That is Christmas...God comes to us in person.

Change to our Office Hours

Posted on December 26, 2020 in: General News

Change to our Office Hours

During the covid surge, there will be no public hours for walk-ins. Effective January 1st. It is preferable that business be conducted by telephone 570-326-1544 or email stboniface@comcast.net. This will continue until further notice. Thank you.

Mass on Wednesday 12/23

Posted on December 21, 2020 in: General News

Mass on Wednesday 12/23

There will be a regularly scheduled Wednesday 8am mass at St Boniface. Sorry for the typo in the bulletin.

Spirit of Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2020 in: General News

Spirit of Christmas

A group of parishioners packed and delivered 37 Christmas boxes to Lycoming College for stranded students who could not return home over the winter holiday. This should spread the spirit of giving! Thank you!

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on December 20, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

December 20 - The Great Lutheran pastor, who opposed Hitler, left some apt advent thoughts: “Cheap grace is the preaching of forgiveness without requiring repentance, baptism without church discipline, Communion without confession, absolution without personal confession. Cheap grace is grace without discipleship, grace without the cross, grace without Jesus Christ, Living and incarnate.” Dietrich Bonhoeffer

CTV-Christmas Eve & Day Masses

Posted on December 18, 2020 in: General News

CTV-Christmas Eve & Day Masses

CTV: Catholic Television announces broadcast schedule for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day CTV: Catholic Television of the Diocese of Scranton will broadcast two live Pontifical Masses for the celebration of Christmas. The Pontifical Vigil Mass of Christmas from the Cathedral of Saint Peter in Scranton, celebrated by Bishop Joseph C. Bambera, will be broadcast live at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020. The Solemn Mass of Christmas Day from the Cathedral of Saint Peter, also celebrated by Bishop Bambera, will be broadcast live at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 25, 2020...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on December 14, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

December 13 - During this crisis, I continue to be shocked when darkness arrives at 5pm. That's when the desire for a good hug seems the keenest. The nights are long and devoid of even the company of a parish meeting. Psalm 85:21 has a phrase that is so apt in Advent as we dream of better times. "Mercy and truth have embraced; righteousness and peace have kissed each other". This is the intimate hope for a world renewed when that baby arrives and stirs our hope. I find myself often staring at the delicate lights of the Christmas tree, meditating on Jesus ...

Christmas Mass Schedule & Tickets

Posted on December 14, 2020 in: General News

Christmas Mass Schedule & Tickets

UPDATE: Due to low registration for St. Boniface 2pm Christmas Eve Mass, we have cancelled that mass only. Some tickets are available for 8pm mass at St. Boniface and 6pm at St. Lawrence. >> admission by advance tickets only St. Boniface Church - Christmas Eve: 4pm & 8pm St. Boniface Chruch - Christmas Day: 9:30am St. Lawrence Church - Christmas Eve: 4pm, 6pm THE DISPENSATION FROM MASS IS STILL IN PLACE Our most vulnerable parishioners are encouraged to stay home for their own safety. Those exhibiting any symptoms...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on December 06, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

December 6 - This monk looks at our world and posts an insightful reflection: We are always in crisis, we know no peace. That’s a characteristic of our time. Crisis is the new normal. It’s almost becoming boring – what’s the latest crisis? The media of course works it up, but it’s the mentality of our time. It’s partly caused by the fact that the rate of change is accelerating and we don’t know how to keep up with it, and we can’t control it. So, there is a real crisis. But there is no human generated crisis that we cannot ...

Ministry to Seniors

Posted on December 04, 2020 in: General News

Ministry to Seniors

Effective immediately, we will be suspending our Communion calls to the homebound. This is for the safety of them and our volunteers, many of whom are senior citizens. We realize that this visit is crucial to many but we must be cautious.

Family Promise

Posted on December 02, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

Hello Friends! We have had a challenging time of finding overnight hosts for our Day Center families. Photos are of locking overnight room. It is cleaned daily and you may bring your own bedding. Only one person is needed each night, but there is room for two. I have created an email calendar with the ability to sign up and see the schedule. Here's how it works in 3 easy steps: 1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: SignUP 2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like. 3) Sign up! It'...

Family Promise

Advent Confessions

Posted on December 02, 2020 in: General News

Advent Confessions

Out of caution, regional reconciliation services will not be offered, but extended times will be provided at both of our parishes. St. Boniface Saturdays (December 5,12,19) 2:45pm - 3:45pm Sundays (December 6,13,20) 11:30am - 12:30pm St. Lawrence Saturday, December 5th 9am - 10am Please, maintain the proper distance and avoid lining up.

Touch-a-Heart Christmas Trees

Posted on November 30, 2020 in: General News

Touch-a-Heart Christmas Trees

Touch-A-Heart Christmas Trees will be at St. Boniface and St. Lawrence again this year from Friday, November 27th until Christmas for monetary donations for the following ministries: Family Promise, Williamsport Sojourner Truth, Williamsport Nicaragua & Ecuador, International Tags can be dropped off in the collection basket or at the parish office. Since there will not be a Christmas benefit concert this year, this will be the only fundraiser we will have for these ministries this year. Checks for all ministries should be made out to: St. Boniface & i...

Family Promise

Posted on November 30, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

FAMILY PROMISE: Our next scheduled host week is December 20th-27th. If you want to know how you can help, contact Margy Foran@ 570-360-1292.

Family Promise

COVID

Posted on November 30, 2020 in: General News

COVID

NOVEMBER 29 - COVID-19 is among us in a way it never was before. If you or a family member gets infected, please, notify the rectory office. 570.326.1544 Also, please remember that masks are required inside our churches.

Fr Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on November 30, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Fr Bill's Pastor's Corner

November 29 - Advent is a time of waiting for the Christ Child to come into our lives. But if I'm honest, I'm tired of waiting this year. We have been waiting for the elections to end, for a vaccine to arrive, for normalcy to return and yet, to naught. Being tired and impatient is understandable now. So, maybe we forget the theme of "waiting" and instead, live in hope of what will be. In the arrival of Jesus, we have the right to anticipate moments of joy and innocence as we welcome the Prince of Peace into our frazzled hearts. I won't tell the Advent ...

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land-WAIT LIST

Posted on November 25, 2020 in: General News

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land-WAIT LIST

The Trip is now FULL. If you would like to be on the WAIT LIST please contact the Parish Office 570-326-1544. Hosted by Fr Bill Corcoran, the group will visit Haifa, Tiberias, Nazareth, Bethlehem and Jerusalem. The trip will take place from October 5 - 14, 2021 at a cost of $3799. The trip includes round-trip air fare from NYC, first class / select hotel accomodations, breakfast and dinner daily, comprehensive sight-seeing with a professional English-speaking tour guide, porterage, hotel taxes and service charges. Trip a...

Salvation Army Christmas Project

Posted on November 24, 2020 in: General News

Salvation Army Christmas Project

This year we are participating in the Salvation Army Christmas Project to provide gifts for children in our community. A wreath is placed at St. Boniface and a tree at St. Lawrence with tags describing what is requested by a child. The Salvation Army has asked us not to wrap the gifts, however, unwrapped gifts placed in gift bags are fine. Place your unwrapped gift under the wreath or tree no later than November 29th. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on November 23, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

November 22 - This has been a rough year. Yet, we have much to be thankful for. We aren't prone to earthquakes, floods or brush fires. Our economy has stabilized despite the postponement of Little League and so many events. And until now, we have been relatively exempt from covid. Meanwhile, we continue to meet, pray and laugh with our faith in Jesus Christ. We have multiple reasons to show our gratitude to the Lord of the harvest. Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Day Prayer

Posted on November 20, 2020 in: General News

Thanksgiving Day Prayer

9am Mass Thanksgiving Day at St. Boniface Church “Dear Lord, on Thanksgiving Day, we bow our hearts to You in prayer. We give You thanks for all You have done, mostly for the gift of Jesus Christ, Your Son. For beauty in nature, in which we see Your Glory, for joy and health, friends, and family. For our daily sustenance, Your mercy and care, these are the blessings You kindly share. So today we offer this response of praise with a promise to follow You all of our days. Amen.” — Mary Fairchild

SOUP OF THE MONTH - Ham & Bean

Posted on November 20, 2020 in: St Boniface Activities

SOUP OF THE MONTH - Ham & Bean

The St. Boniface Activities Association will be selling homemade soups by the quart during the months of November, December, January, and February. Every month we will feature a different soup. These soups will be made by our wonderful chef, Steve Orso. He has been making our carnival dinners, fish dinners etc. for the last couple years and always gets rave reviews. Soups will be available for pick up at the priest’s garage at St. Boniface or the St. Lawrence Parish Hall after all masses on the soup weekend. Our next soup weekend will be December 12th and ...

Mass Attendance Safety

Posted on November 16, 2020 in: General News

Mass Attendance Safety

The 10:30am Mass at St Boniface Attendance has reached its limit on Sunday morning. It would be wonderful if some chose to attend the 8am Mass at St Boniface or revert to participating at a weekday Mass. 10:30a Mass is becoming too crowded for our safety. Please think of your fellow parishioners safety.

Appeal Online Commitment Weekend

Posted on November 12, 2020 in: General News

Appeal Online Commitment Weekend

Join us with a gift on Appeal Online Commitment Weekend November 21st & 22nd Dear Parishioners, this weekend is Appeal Online Commitment Weekend. Helping to support our Diocesan and parish ministries depends on all of us doing what we can. Even small gifts, collectively, can make a huge impact. Please click on https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/2020APPEAL to find our parish team page and prayerfully consider how you can help. Can we get this done by 11:59 p.m. Sunday? We think so! THANK YOU!

Food Pantry

Posted on November 09, 2020 in: General News

Food Pantry

November - FOOD PANTRY needs for November are MASHED POTATOES, STUFFING and GRAVY. Thank you to all families for supporting St. Joseph the Worker Food Pantry (working in affiliation with Central PA Food Bank), also needed for distribution: Fruit juice, Canned fruit, Canned vegetables, Gravy, Cranberry sauce, Bag cookies, Fruit snacks, Hot Chocolate packets, Grocery gift cards (any amount). Contact persons with questions: Dianne Fisher SL 570-322-3278.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on November 09, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

November 9 - The election results are mostly clear. An admonition by Pope Francis suggests we all be careful about thinking our way is the only way as we move forward. Let's all take a deep breath and read this note written years ago..."If one has the answers to all the questions - that is proof that God is not with him. The great leaders of the people of God, like Moses, have always left room for doubt. You must leave room for the Lord, not for our certainties, we must be humble"

On Civil Unions

Posted on November 09, 2020 in: General News

On Civil Unions

The bottom line is that nothing has changed in Church theology about marriage. The recent interview with the Pope was brief and so, most analysts are examining it in light of his previous statements when he was Archbishop of Buenos Aires. Combining the two together...when asked about gay marriage within the Church, he has consistently said No. He also asked the Argentinian govt not to enact something called gay marriage. Instead he agreed to the use of civil unions to protect their legal needs, especially when they have children. But out of his concern for their safety and ...

All Souls Remembrances

Posted on November 09, 2020 in: General News

All Souls Remembrances

November 2 - To remember family and friends that have died we will had two Masses on Monday, November 2nd. The remembrance of All Souls Day commemorates the faithful departed and all our deceased from this past year, especially: Dean Palmer, Duane Pasco, Beverly Losch, George Geib, Martha Lundy, Robert Creveling, Jennie Samar, Beverly Spong, Kathryn Kitchen, Ernest Eakin, Rosemary Treese, Fae Randall, Dominck Mazzante, John Manzitti, Kathleen Rupert, Barbara Threehouse, William Regel, Max Gatsche, Sr., Mary Alice Caffrey, Patrick Berrigan, William Fish, Dennis Mor...

Socks for those in Need

Posted on November 06, 2020 in: General News

Socks for those in Need

Warm socks are the number one need for the homeless during the winter months. The Social Concerns Committee, along with the 7th grade PREP class of St. Lawrence and St. Boniface, will be conducting a “Socks for the Needy” winter sock drive during November collecting donations of warm socks for men, women and children. Wooden trees and boxes will be placed in the narthex of each church for the donations. This is a difficult time for many people across our country and in our community. We thank you in advance for your dedication to the care of the less f...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on November 02, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

November 1 - Finally, this week the political campaigns that never ended, will be finished. The incessant ads and robocalls will stop. The pollution of lawn signs will stop. Hopefully, the irritability and argumentation will cease also. We deserve a time to heal. Let's all take a deep breath and give the opinions a break. It’s now time to pray for our country and to seek God's help in becoming a little more gentle...each of us, individually. "Lord make me an instrument of your peace." Let's not wait for the other guy to do it. As followers of Jes...

All Souls Day Masses

Posted on October 30, 2020 in: General News

All Souls Day Masses

All Souls Day Masses - November 2nd St. Lawrence 7am; St. Boniface 5:30pm or you may watch on CTV. Despite the restrictions of public Masses, a private Mass will be celebrated daily in the Cathedral of Saint Peter in Scranton, and made available on CTV: Catholic Television of the Diocese of Scranton. On weekdays, the Mass will be broadcast at 12:10 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. On weekends, the Saturday Vigil Mass will be broadcast at 4:00 p.m. and rebroadcast on Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. The Masses will also be streamed on the Diocese of Scranton’s website,...

Daily Mass Readings

Posted on October 30, 2020 in: General News

Daily Mass Readings

Did you know you can get daily mass readings right to your email inbox? The USCCB Daily Mass Readings can be viewed on their site USCCB Print, Audio and Video are available.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

Posted on October 29, 2020 in: General News

Daylight Saving Time Ends

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday November 1st at 2am. Turn your clocks back 1 hour.

Ding-a-Lings

Posted on October 25, 2020 in: General News

Ding-a-Lings

Because we cannot have altar servers in the sanctuary, our bells have been absent for most Masses. Lately, some of the servers have returned to Masses. It would be nice to use them as our bell ringers during the Consecration at all Masses. See Fr Bill before Mass and take the bells to your pew. The servers could ring them from the pew...keeping everyone safe and yet, employing our children as best we can.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on October 25, 2020 in: General News

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

October 25 - A recent study found that 63% of American youth were uncertain that 6 million Jews had been killed in the Holocaust of WWII. Many thought it was fake news and probably only 2 million were exterminated. Some of this denial could be assigned to a tragic void of historical education. But some is obviously willful. If they cannot recognize this documented disaster, how can we galvanize them for future violations of humanity? Whether it’s the unborn or Rohingya Muslims in Burma, the Catholic voice must stand out prophetically. Then, we need to aid the mot...

Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

Posted on October 21, 2020 in: General News

Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

Missionary Cooperation Plan Appeal Collection is October 24th & 25th, 2020 Mission Appeal - Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi (LSOSF) Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Peace and blessings to you. I hope you and your loved ones are all well and in good health. Allow me first to take this opportunity to thank Fr. Brian Clarke, the Pontifical Mission Director of our Diocese, who has invited us missionaries to participate in the 2020 MCP in this unique way. We are grateful to our Bishop, The Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, for his support f...

Made for More

Posted on October 19, 2020 in: General News

Made for More

October 14 & 15 - Over two nights at St Boniface, approximately 180 people from various parishes in the Williamsport area heard the inspirational message of Christopher West and the poetic music of Mike Mangione. Based on the Theology of the Body initiated by Pope John Paul II, this promoted respect for the human body, noted our purposeful creation and the beauty of marital sexuality. West reflected on the Song of Songs in the Old Testament as a metaphor for God's desired union with us. Sexual love is a preview of that union with the Creator, especi...

Thank you

Posted on October 19, 2020 in: General News

Thank you

CHANGING OF THE GUARD An example of extraordinary service is Jane Dincher who washed and ironed our sacred linens for Mass over the past 60 years at St. Boniface. She was always incredibly dependable. Besides that, she cared for the flowers in the exterior baptismal font and around the rectory. While she is only 96 years old, she decided to hand it on to another parishioner. Mary Haswell has accepted the linens which we know she will handle like a ministry. God bless both of them for service that is often unseen but highly necessary.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on October 19, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

October 18 - Many of you started to donate to the Annual Appeal. That’s very kind. We want to finish our parish effort by Thanksgiving. I made my contribution thru both parishes and I did it online. This charity could be a blessing for the local church as we approach another winter without easy solutions. More families are reaching their financial and physical limits. Catholic schools are delaying some tuition to ease the burden. Various parishes are stretched and can’t make salary or bill payments. If your wallet is not stressed, please, help the Annual Ap...

Music that Lifts the Spirit

Posted on October 15, 2020 in: General News

Sunday October 18th 3:00pm at St. Boniface Church: Love...Blissful, Wistful, and Divine Join the St. Boniface Choir Singers: Bernadette Boerckel, Juli Mingle, Brooke Spicer, Katelyn Derby, Andrea Burleigh, Nathan Fulkerson, Chris Morgan, Ryan Neidig, Harry Claude Baum, Patrick Intallura, and Theo Lentz & Pianists Yvonne Mitchell and Parker Konkle in two Latin Anthems by Mozart and Johannes Brahms' Liebeslieder (Love song} Waltzes and 18 songs about the joys and sorrows--mostly joys--of love. Also, Emily Karosas Konkle, former concertmaster...

AC at St Boniface

Posted on October 12, 2020 in: General News

AC at St Boniface

Air Conditioning -St. Boniface Not that you are worried about it now...but we contracted to replace the remaining 50% of the old system that recently failed. After competitive bids that were reviewed by several, an award was made to Dixon AC & R. They will conduct much of the work in Nov/Dec because of lead times for equipment. The $70k for this contract was removed from savings. Since my arrival 2.3 years ago, this is the first time we withdrew savings. Now we should aim to replenish that amount. Our budgeted surplus for the year is only $4k, considering the loss of th...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on October 12, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

October 11 - In 1919, the Irish poet W.B. Yeats wrote the poem “The Second Coming”. His doom and gloom after WWI feels like a direct prophecy of now. Turning and turning in the widening gyre The falcon cannot hear the falconer; Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold; Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world, The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere The ceremony of innocence is drowned; The best lack all conviction, while the worst Are full of passionate intensity. We have gone through these times before. Our indiv...

Made for More Update

Posted on October 09, 2020 in: General News

Many of you that bought tickets from St. Boniface & St. Lawrence parishes, they will be honored on Thursday, October 15th from 7-9:30pm at St Boniface Church. There will be distancing and of course, masks required. For your safety, we have limited this night to 180 people as has been the case for Sunday Masses. So, hang on to your tickets to see Mike Mangione and his team. If for some reason you can't join us, call the rectory.

High School Ministry

Posted on October 08, 2020 in: General News

High School Ministry

If you know any high schooler interested in being a part of a local youth group in the area, please let them know about Second Sunday High School Ministry. It's a collaboration between multiple Catholic churches to offer a space for young Catholics to learn about their faith while having fellowship. 9th - 12th graders are invited. For more information, email: jesseandalisan@gmail.com

Youth Ministry

October-Month of the Holy Rosary

Posted on October 06, 2020 in: General News

October-Month of the Holy Rosary

October is the Month of the Holy Rosary! The Rosary is a Scripture-based prayer. It begins with the Apostles’ Creed, which summarizes the great mysteries of the Catholic faith. The Our Father, which introduces each mystery, is from the Gospels. The first part of the Hail Mary is the angel’s words announcing Christ’s birth and Elizabeth’s greeting to Mary. St. Pius V officially added the second part of the Hail Mary. The Mysteries of the Rosary center on the events of Christ’s life. There are four sets of Myst...

Diocesan Annual Appeal - Bound Together in Hope

Posted on October 02, 2020 in: General News

Diocesan Annual Appeal - Bound Together in Hope

My dear friends, this has certainly been a difficult year, hasn’t it? We’ve faced separation, hardship and loss. Yet there are still so many good things taking place across our Diocese each and every day. We are truly blessed. As we respond to the challenges of the pandemic in our families, our parishes and our Diocese, let us continue to turn our hearts to our one true hope – Jesus Christ. His love is unending, unfading, unshakable. We are bound together in the Eucharist….bound together in hope. Thank you for all that you are doing to keep...

Annual Appeal

St. Lawrence Soup Pick Up

Posted on October 01, 2020 in: General News

St. Lawrence Soup Pick Up

The St. Lawrence PAC Soup fundraiser Pick up is Saturday October 10th 10am-12 noon or after 5:30pm Mass or Sunday October 11th 9am to 10am after 8am Mass. Contact Dianne 570-322-3278 or Judy 570-323-6202. You Can Pay at Pick up. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT TO OUR PARISH ACTIVITIES

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on September 28, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

September 27 - This is a strange year. For strength and to avoid duplication, we had joined our two parishes with St Ann and Our Lady of Lourdes for RCIA (convert classes). This worked very well until now. For the first time in 13 years, we had no one step forward to take instruction. That's a sobering fact. Countering that, we have 18 students receiving Confirmation this weekend from last year's class. Let's talk up our faith. It’s even more crucial now as we face such profound questions in everyday life. We can't retreat from that reality!

High School Ministry KICK-OFF

Posted on September 24, 2020 in: Ministries

High School Ministry KICK-OFF

SECOND SUNDAY HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY KICK-OFF Where: Pavilion at St. Ann’s Church When: Sunday, 9/27/20 from 5:30 – 7:00p What: Dinner & Conversation – Where is God? Who: High Schoolers – 9-12 graders Logistics: We will practice social distancing -please bring a mask in case we need them. Bring a blanket, beach towel, or a chair if you’d prefer to sit somewhere other than the picnic tables under the Pavilion. Please come join other area high schoolers as we catch up about how life has been since March. We plan to meet outside at the Pavi...

Retreat with Dr. Mary Ann Getty

Posted on September 22, 2020 in: General News

Retreat with Dr. Mary Ann Getty

Retreat with Author Dr. Mary Ann Getty. Author of “Women in the New Testament” at St. Boniface Church Thursday October 8th 2:00pm & 6:30pm About the Presenter: Mary Ann Getty Sullivan has her Doctorate in Sacred Theology (S.T.D./Ph.D.) from the Catholic University of Louvain in Belgium. Mary Ann is a popular lecturer and teacher and has many years of experience in offering retreats for lay people as well as for priests and religious. Each session and presentation will have different content Sign up for this one day retreat at SignUpGeni...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on September 21, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

September 20 - The Meditations of the last 2 weeks have been by priests who gave the invocations at the Democratic and Republican conventions. They didn't vilify or label the others as being evil. They prayed that we might be one nation under God. As tempers flare, a few fringe clergy will try to tell you who to vote for. And yet, the Church has struggled for centuries to avoid being engaged in partisan politics. It damages the Church and takes away your role as mature adults. The Church will educate on moral issues and help you to form your consciences. But i...

Confirmation 2020

Posted on September 17, 2020 in: General News

Confirmation 2020

Please keep our youth in your prayers as they receive the sacrament of confirmation on September 26, 2020. Jordan Cioffi, Chase Cowden, Adelyn Dawes, Colby Felix, Ella Flerlage, Tyler Gee, Charley Greevy, Caden Holt, Madison Labatch, Gabriel Meredith, Patrick Nardi, Abigail Paz, Alex Pricher, Samuel Radulski, Kathryn Ryder, Lauren Sullivan, Elizabeth Weller, Ella Wilson, Michael Yoas

An Evening of Quiet Prayer with the Monks of Taizé

Posted on September 15, 2020 in: General News

An Evening of Quiet Prayer with the Monks of Taizé

Join us on Sunday September 20th at 8pm at St. Boniface Church - Taizé Prayer Service - Night of Peace with Hymns Readings Reflection and Quiet. The monks of Taizé, France have comforted and inspired millions. A series of their best hymns will be interspersed among a selection of readings, reflections and silence.The church will be darker than normal. Candles will be prominent. In between the speaking, there will be extended moments of silence. Enjoy the quiet and the peace that flows from it. **Adhering to the safety guidelines issued by the PA Secretary of Health and ...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on September 14, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

September 13 - Normally, the auto body business is at its peak in winter. Slick conditions on dark nights understandably cause more accidents. But this year, road rage, political impatience and maybe extra drinking are causing a jump in repairs. That's especially the case, with parking lot "scratches" where the driver leaves no note of apology with contact info. Often, our conversion to Christ will show itself in small ways.

Day of Prayer and Gratitude for Priests

Posted on September 10, 2020 in: General News

Day of Prayer and Gratitude for Priests

Bishop Joseph C. Bambera has set Monday, September 14, 2020, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, as a Day of Prayer and Gratitude for Priests in the Diocese of Scranton. The bishop invites all priests and the faithful to join together for Evening Prayer with the Renewal of Priestly Promises live at 4:00 p.m. via CTV: Catholic Television, the Diocese of Scranton website or any of the Diocese of Scranton social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube). During the COVID-19 pandemic, our priests have continued to do Christ’s work by o...

Food Pantry

Posted on September 06, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Food Pantry

FOOD PANTRY needs FRUIT JUICE. Thank you to all families for supporting St. Joseph the Worker Food Pantry (working in affiliation with Central PA Food Bank), also needed for distribution: Instant mashed potatoes, Canned fruit, Canned vegetables, Gravy, Cranberry sauce, Bag cookies, Fruit snacks, Hot Chocolate packets, Grocery gift cards (any amount). Contact persons with questions: Dianne Fisher SL 570-322-3278.

Sojourner Truth Ministry

Posted on September 06, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Sojourner Truth Ministry

SOJOURNER TRUTH MINISTRY CONTACT: Steve Bower @ 412-526-8839. Soujourner House of Hope enables participants in a season of homelessness to develop a plan conducive to healthy living and ame positive and productive transitions into society.

Family Promise

Posted on September 06, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

Family Promise is providing meals and shelter for homeless families in our community. The host churches are providing meals and overnight hosts. Our week is September 6th-13th. Volunteers are needed provide meals are asked to bring the food to the Family Promise day center (the former MD rectory) on Hepburn St. Face masks are provided to families. Social distancing is expected. To volunteer please contact Margy Foran @ 570-360-1292.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on September 06, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

September 6 - I recently streamed a murder mystery to relax. It was remarkably calming after being subjected to an avalanche of political rhetoric on TV and in social media. That's not healthy when murder mysteries become your outlet. Perhaps in 2020 because of our "hibernation" we have subjected ourselves to entirely too much electronic stimulation. Use the remaining summer and early Fall weather to stay outdoors. Visit friends, play with the dog, pray in the woods and take a hike. But give the screen a break! (For Christ's sake)

Added Sunday Mass

Posted on September 03, 2020 in: General News

Added Sunday Mass

Increasingly more people are returning to Mass at both parishes. It's wonderful to see parishioners who have been away for months. But as they arrive, we need to maintain healthy standards of distancing. To enhance our atmosphere, we will be adding a new TEMPORARY Mass, Sundays at 8am at St Boniface beginning on Sunday, September 13th (same Sunday we return to 10:30am). That will be simultaneous with the regular 8am Mass at St Lawrence. By introducing an additional Mass, this should relieve the stress on all Masses. However, because the priest ca...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on August 31, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

August 30 - It’s refreshing to see that both parties are inserting moments of prayer in their conventions and the Catholic Church seems rather prominent. The Jesuit writer Fr. James Martin addressed one convention and Cardinal Dolan of NY will pray with the other. Regardless of your leanings, we can impact the issues and our nation's fragility by conducting all discussions as people of the Gospel... believers who are centered on justice and rooted in peace who advocate without tearing down. How we debate is often as crucial as our stance itself.

2021 Mass Intentions

Posted on August 27, 2020 in: General News

2021 Mass Intentions

The 2021 Mass Intentions Calendar will open on Tuesday September 1st for intentions for January through December of the upcoming year (2021). Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an intention. At this time, for your safety, we request you call the parish office for your requests. You may request 1 Sunday or Saturday Mass and up to 2 Daily Masses. Additional requests can be made after January 1st. Mass intentions are accepted for: (St. Lawrence) Monday, Tuesday at 7:00AM; (St. Boniface) Wednesday, Friday at 8:00AM (St. Boniface) Saturday at 4:...

10:30am Sunday Mass

Posted on August 24, 2020 in: General News

10:30am Sunday Mass

REMINDER - - - St. Boniface Sunday Masses will resume back to 10:30am starting September 13th!

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on August 23, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

August 23 - During First Communion, the children gave me a good laugh (often hidden by my mask). Sometimes physically awkward as they genuflected or made the sign of the Cross, you couldn't help but chuckle. Yet you also felt a massive sense of responsibility. Because they are blank slates, it’s obvious they are trying to imitate what they see and hear. Consequently, the Church has said forever that parents are the First Teachers of children in the faith of Jesus Christ. School teachers or religious ed catechists can help but have much less import than parent...

First Communion Video 2.0

Posted on August 18, 2020 in: Sacraments

First Communion Video 2.0

On August 15th, thirteen students celebrated their First Holy Communion with their families. Congratulations to: Gage Boop Bella Long McKay Campbell Addison McCloud Jacob Danielsen Caleb Sampsell Braiden Gusick Sofia Sartori Dahlia Kuri Matthew Stoetzel Stella Kuri Giovanni Trojan Connor Linn Please continue to pray for these children as they come forward to receive Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament at weekend Masses. The video can be viewed on Facebook.

PREP

Pierogies

Posted on August 16, 2020 in: General News

Pierogies

SOLD OUT! Thank you for the overwhelming response to selling our pierogis. We apologize to anyone that wanted to purchase but didn’t have the opportunity. Stay tuned as we will be discussing our next fundraising venture at our September meeting. Thank you for your continued support as we navigate this year without the carnival. Looking forward to 2021! The Activities Association will be looking at trying different fundraising events.

Need Assistance

Posted on August 16, 2020 in: General News

Need Assistance

We need some sleuthing on your part. Occasionally we discover that some elderly member of our parishes has been living alone or with children but somehow become separated from the church. We don't want them to be isolated and without the Blessed Sacrament. If you think someone needs our attention, give their contacts to the office staff or speak to Keith Johnson at 570.244.6441. We will go to visit them and find out whether they are former parishioners and want us to bring Holy Communion on a regular basis. Help us serve everyone.

Office Volunteers

Posted on August 16, 2020 in: General News

Office Volunteers

We could use a small pool of helpers to stuff envelopes and attach mailing labels on Tuesday mornings. If you can help occasionally, we will add you to a list. Each Tuesday would require no more than 2 hours of help. This effort will allow us to mail Kids Bulletins to most of our children. Without Children's Liturgy, we want them to know we are thinking of them and keep them connected to Jesus and his Church.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on August 16, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

August 16 - I called friends in Lebanon after the explosion. One woman remarked that their beautiful apartment was devastated. Windows were blown out and shards of glass destroyed furniture but they had just stepped into their car and were shielded. Two minutes later and they could have been devastated. Another friend, lost her entire apartment and possessions, even her recent wedding gifts. Take a few minutes today to simply count your blessings. Saying Thanks to God is a first step to deep prayer.

BIBLE STUDY SIGN UP

Posted on August 12, 2020 in: General News

BIBLE STUDY SIGN UP

UPDATE: CLASSES WILL NOW BE HELD IN THE ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH FOR BETTER SOCIAL DISTANCING This will allow us to have more attendees and be able to social distance in the comfort of the church. Registration is required. Please sign up through our SIGNUP GENIUS Registration. Registration is required. This is an interactive class on the Psalms and their central part in Judeo-Christian faith. Another in the Little Rock Series, this will span 7 sessions. These will only be held on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm as follows: Sept 15, Sept 22, Sept 2...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on August 09, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

August 9 - My first introduction to St Boniface was large numbers of parishioners making pierogis to sell at the Carnival. Since then I have witnessed the dedication and labor of our Parish Activities Committee as they strive to have fun and raise money for our ministries. Sadly, that won't happen this year. Together we reached the conclusion that we couldn't ensure everyone's safety. We will miss the joy of working together, watching small children giggle as they play a game and eating sausages followed by Eder's to quell the fire. But this cancellatio...

Fall Plans

Posted on August 07, 2020 in: General News

Fall Plans

Here are some sneak previews for the Fall: Bible Study - The Psalms will commence on Tuesday September 15th at 6:30pm for 7 sessions ending November 3rd. Taize Evening of Prayer - Sunday September 20th at 8pm (for candlelight) only 30 minutes in length Retreat with Dr. Mary Ann Getty - Thursday October 8th, author of Women in New Testament, two different talks at 2pm and 6:30pm Made for More - Thursday, October 15th Concert by Dr. Gary Boerckel - Brahms & Beethoven at 3pm Sunday, October 18th We have no clear idea of where this crisis is going. But we...

Update on Carnival

Posted on August 07, 2020 in: St Boniface Activities

Update on Carnival

After much discussion and thought, the Activities Association has decided to CANCEL the 2020 carnival. As you know the COVID numbers continue to rise in Lycoming County. The safety and well-being of our parishioners and local community is of utmost importance to us. However, we will be selling our homemade frozen pierogis, a bag of 24 for $10. They will be available after masses the weekend of August 22nd & 23rd and Tuesday, August 25th from 6-7:00 pm. We ask that you come to the glass doors of the school located on Franklin Street. We will bring th...

August 10th Feast of St. Lawrence

Posted on August 06, 2020 in: St Lawrence Activities

August 10th Feast of St. Lawrence

St. Lawrence is the Patron Saint of Rome, students, miners, tanners, chefs, poor, firefighters “St. Lawrence loved Christ in his life, he imitated Him in his death…After all, we shall not be able to give a better proof of love, than by imitating His example.” St. Lawrence, Pray for us! Join us at Mass 7am on Monday August 10th at St. Lawrence.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on August 03, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

August 2 - With schools starting extra early, my summer is fading quickly. So, I'm trying to savor the remaining sun, fresh tomatoes and meals outside. The warmth and brightness helped mitigate some of March's isolation. And while we are tougher now, I shudder at the thought of shorter days and nights colder than Eder's ice cream. They also mean less contact with you and less laughter. That's where I revert to Jesus on the Road to Emmaus in Luke 24:13. The disciples were blue. He was with them throughout but it’s hard to see when all they did was ...

2020 Census

Posted on August 03, 2020 in: General News

2020 Census

Over the next 10 years, data from the 2020 Census will inform the distribution of hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funds each year that support education, health care, emergency services, housing and food assistance, and more. In August 2020, census workers will begin visiting households that have not responded to the census to help ensure that everyone is counted. We can minimize the need for census takers to follow up in person by responding to the census now—online, by phone, or by mail. The Census Bureau has made adjustments to its 2020 Census operations...

What is RCIA?

Posted on August 01, 2020 in: General News

What is RCIA?

If you or anyone you know are interested in becoming Catholic…The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process established for the universal Church for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation – Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. This initiation process also involves a parish community experiencing a renewal in faith as it prepares and welcomes new members into the Church. The Rite speaks of conversion as a “spiritual journey.” Centered on fostering a deep relationship with Jesus and the Chu...

PLANNING for the FUTURE

Posted on July 30, 2020 in: General News

PLANNING for the FUTURE

We have no clear idea of where this crisis is going. But we are scheduling. If we need to cancel, at least we had some plans in place. Here are some sneak previews of the Fall: Bible Study - The Psalms will commence on Tuesday September 15th at 6:30pm for 7sessions ending November 3rd. Taize Evening of Prayer - Sunday September 20th at 8pm (for candlelight) only 30 minutes in length Retreat with Dr. Mary Ann Getty -Thursday October 8th, author of Women in New Testament, two different talks at 2pm and 6:30pm Made for More - Thursday, October 15th Concert by ...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on July 26, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

July 26 - The students of Lyco were effusive in their gratitude. As victims of covid and international politics, they were feeling forgotten and lonely. Plus, this summer seemed wasted and very uncomfortable. Parishioner generosity shocked them with a mound of food which they ate and took back to the dorms in boxes. But most impressive were the parishioners who exchanged contacts with them and have already reached out. The day after the Nazi rally in town, we lived the Christian ideal. Welcoming strangers who don't share our religion, nationality or ethnicity. Chri...

Craft Workshops

Posted on July 23, 2020 in: General News

Craft Workshops

Our parish is gifted with a number of talented people. You could give back to the parish by teaching someone else this Fall. Some of these could occur in a garage, on parish property, in someone's basement work room. Informal and friendly yet safe could be the way we gather. Some of them might be: Sewing (you define what type); Piano for Adults; Woodworking (you define); Spanish for Beginners; Flower Arranging; Cooking Italian (samples to leave at the rectory), etc. If you are interested in leading something like this for 5 people, c...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on July 20, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

July 19 - Based on some of the depictions of Mary Magdalene, it always strikes me as ironic that we call her Saint. Some early portrayals confused her with other women of the New Testament, thus being painted as a street worker. In fact, we don't know her background. But we do know that she ended up the Apostle to the Apostles, telling them of the Risen Christ. In 2016 the Pope raised her Tuesday 22nd memorial to a Feast Day. May we elevate the status of all women in the Church.

Summer VBS

Posted on July 16, 2020 in: Religious Education

Summer VBS

GREAT NEWS! The parishes of St. Ann, St. Joseph the Worker, and Sts. Boniface & Lawrence, in conjunction with Cat.Chat Productions, are offering your family a unique Vacation Bible School experience this summer. More Information visit Faith Formation page. Our WILDERNESS ADVENTURE VBS begins Monday, July 27th! Register Here

Update from the Bishop

Posted on July 16, 2020 in: General News

Update from the Bishop

JUST TO MAKE IT CLEAR... our guidelines for Mass have not changed. OUR NUMBERS AND HABITS REMAIN THE SAME. SO, PEOPLE SHOULD NOT THINK WE ARE SHUTDOWN AGAIN. MASS TIMES REMAIN THE SAME. NOTHING HAS CHANGED for St BONIFACE and ST LAWRENCE. But it does reiterate that all must wear masks. The following is an email from the Bishop to the priests of our Diocese: Reverend and dear Father, On Wednesday, July 15, 2020, Governor Tom Wolf announced new mitigation efforts for COVID-19. The order includes a limit...

Masses - COVID update

Posted on July 13, 2020 in: General News

Masses - COVID update

Over the past weeks, you have noticed some temporary liturgical changes. We eliminated the following for extra efforts at protection: altar servers - to protect them from the priest when he prays Eucharistic prayers without a mask offertory procession - to limit people's interaction with each other and the touching of the hosts and chalice, etc. hymnals & missalettes - to reduce germ catchers in pews congregational singing - to lower the projection of germs beyond your masks. How long this will continue is anybody's guess. When we do ...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on July 13, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

July 12 - Tuesday, we honor St. Kateri Tekakwitha, part of the Mohawk nation, that converted to Catholicism. For following Jesus, she suffered horribly from her own tribe until she died in 1680 just north of NY State. She was only 24 yrs old but left a mark of faith. That witness begs us to treat Native Americans better than we have since we arrived in their land. They are twice as likely to be hospitalized and die of Covid than whites. Their legacy of poverty and despair should scandalize us and bring us to the Gospel values that attracted her.

Up & Over Jr. High Retreat

Posted on July 10, 2020 in: Religious Education

Up & Over Jr. High Retreat

Up & Over Jr. High Retreat: Virtual Edition. Up & Over is open to students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade during the 2019-2020 academic year. While we cannot be together in person for the summer session of Up & Over, our retreat team has been working hard to bring you a virtual retreat! We’ve taken some of the best things about Up & Over and created a hybrid version for your son or daughter to participate in at home. Once your child is registered, you will get access to our virtual camp website where you will find a suggested schedule and videos from ou...

PERPLEX the PRIEST

Posted on July 08, 2020 in: General News

PERPLEX the PRIEST

Everyone has questions about Church practices and matters of faith. Some are curiosities and some doubts. Let's talk in a relaxed manner to enlighten each other a little more. Tuesday July 14th we will gather at St. Boniface at 6:30pm. Bring your own lawn chair. If its enjoyable we will stay outside, if necessary we can use the narthex (foyer) and still be distanced. Wine and soft drinks will be provided. I will also have some books on hand if someone wants to dig deeper.

Lending Library

Posted on July 06, 2020 in: General News

Lending Library

New Books in Lending Library: Jerusalem - a biography, very readable, famous author - Montefiore The Body and the Blood - a recent account of Christians struggling in Israel and Middle East - Charles Sennott of Boston Globe Abiding in the Indwelling Trinity - life in the Spirit with emphasis on early Church Fathers - Fr. George Maloney, SJ They are available in the beautiful new bookcase at St Boniface.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on July 06, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

July 5 - If you are looking for intentions to add to your prayer lists, let me recommend: over July 4th weekend - our country. May we be rooted in justice and thrive in peace, globally and locally. after recent Ordinations - for our 3 new priests. Leadership is not easy but especially spiritual guidance of parishes and communities. The new priests have been assigned and will start soon. Fr. Jonathan Kuhar, an ex. lawyer, will go to Scranton; Fr. Kevin Miller, ex. military, will go to Carbondale: and Fr. Shawn Simchock, a former salesman, will serve in Nanticok...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner -- First Communion

Posted on June 29, 2020 in: Sacraments, Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner -- First Communion

This weekend we welcomed half of our 24 children to First Holy Communion. It’s always a joyful day to watch their enthusiasm as they become more "grownup" in following Jesus. Let's pray that they always hunger for the Bread of Life. Moreover, we hope that it touches their parents in new ways to energize an older faith. Like marriage, the relationship with Jesus Christ requires relentless effort. But it’s worth it. First Communion Video First Communion was held on Saturday and was streamed live on FB. You can watch it here.

St. Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Minutes

Posted on June 29, 2020 in: Pastoral Council

St. Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Minutes

Saint Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council met on June 22, 2020. Click HERE to view the minutes from the meeting.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Posted on June 26, 2020 in: General News

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

On Saturday, June 27th, eleven students celebrate their First Holy Communion with their families. Congratulations to-- Jensen Armond Charlotte Beiter Valerie Beiter Noah Dawes Aubrey Holt Jackson Masters Quillen McPherson Marianna Nasdeo Euan Regalado Thomas Reid, Jr. Madelyn Weigle Please continue to pray for these children as they come forward to receive Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament at weekend Masses.

July 17th-18th Rummage Sale

Posted on June 19, 2020 in: St Lawrence Activities

July 17th-18th Rummage Sale

St. Lawrence Parish Activity Committee is planning a Parish Rummage Sale July 16, 17 & 18, 2020 at the St. Lawrence Church Hall. The Rummage Sale may be the only fund raiser we have this year, we are looking for volunteers to help with set-up day Thursday July 16th from 9:00am throughout the day until finished; at the sale on Friday and Saturday July 17th & 18th from 8:00am until 1:00pm each day. We are taking action to be safe, face covering, plastic gloves, hand sanitizer, social distancing. Please call Dianne Fisher 570-322-3278 or Judy Campion 570-323...

Food Pantry

Posted on June 15, 2020 in: General News

Food Pantry

The following item request for June is canned fruit. Thank you to all families for supporting St. Joseph the Worker Food Pantry (working in affiliation with Central PA Food Bank), also need for distribution: Instant mashed potatoes, Canned fruit, Canned vegetables, Gravy, Cranberry sauce, Bag cookies, Fruit snacks, Hot Chocolate packets, Grocery gift cards (any amount). Contact persons with questions: Sue Lingg SB 570-322-8349 and Dianne Fisher SL 570-322-3278.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on June 15, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Today on Corpus Christi, we elevate the importance of Christ's real presence in the consecrated bread and wine. But as our world struggles with prejudice, its crucial to also remember that Jesus wants us to use the Eucharist as a way of becoming the Body of Christ. "But God has so constructed the body as to give greater honor to a part that is without it, so that there may be no division in the body but that the parts may have the same concern for one another. If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it". 1 Cor 12:24 We can't simply tolerate, we must...

Vigil for Racial Justice

Posted on June 12, 2020 in: General News

Vigil for Racial Justice

One of my favorite saints is Moses the Ethiopian. His black skin on holy icons surrounded by gold leaf has always attracted me as a symbol of sanctity in our midst. To remind ourselves of the beauty of all of God's creation, and to hope that we can restore some of the damage we have done because of slavery and centuries of oppression, there will be a prayer service. After work, join us on Thursday June 25th at 5:30pm at St Boniface. (Fr Bill) "My friends, we cannot tolerate or turn a blind eye to racism and exclusion in any form and yet claim t...

Carnival News - Pierogi Night

Posted on June 11, 2020 in: St Boniface Activities

Carnival News - Pierogi Night

Our second night making pierogis is planned for Monday June 29th in the school gym. No experience necessary! Bring a rolling pin and a smile. We will be practicing social distancing as best we can (please wear a mask if you can) so we will need extra runners which is a great job for teenagers looking for hours or something to do. Please consider giving up a small amount of time. Please continue to watch for bulletin or online announcements about the carnival. Please mark your calendars and come join the fun! Please continue to watch for bulletin or online...

Carnival

Guidelines as we Reopen

Posted on June 03, 2020 in: General News

Guidelines as we Reopen

See the attached pdf

Prayers and Remembrances

Posted on June 03, 2020 in: General News

Prayers and Remembrances

PRAY FOR OUR LOVED ONES Donald E Fischer, Gregg E Fischer, Rick Livermore, Mary Williams, Tillie Matlock, Kathy Richardson, Dr. Albert Liddell, Deb Noviello, Caleb Leone, Christina Falck-Armstrong, Dorothy Kriesher, Al Sodergren, Sr. Rita Naughton, Judith Waldman, Harold Shollenberger, Emily McDonald, Marge Connors, Canavan Family, Hapeman Family, Tracey Liddington, Charlene Efird, Kurt Hetrick, Carol Bower, Larry Sauers, Kay McGonnell, Ernest Montgomery, Don & Sandee Jacopetti, Ray Hoffman, Adina Caschera, Debbie Johnson-Roig, Shirley Smith, Mary Margaret Eck, Leona...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on May 31, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

What lessons/trends have we learned from this for the future of the parishes? Electronic - we need to offer more digital options for people, whether it be homilies or Religious Education. Home Bound/Nursing Homes - our outreach needs to extend beyond Eucharistic Ministers. Local agencies - volunteerism and financial aid should go to more nonprofits like Food Bank, Sojourner Truth and Family Promise. Support Groups - should expand beyond Women’s Book Club to encompass others like young parents, the grieving, etc. Quiet Prayer - other forms are suggested l...

Prayers and Remembrances

Posted on May 25, 2020 in: General News

Prayers and Remembrances

PRAY FOR OUR LOVED ONES: Donald E Fischer, Gregg E Fischer, Rick Livermore, Mary Williams, Tillie Matlock, Kathy Richardson, Dr. Albert Liddell, Deb Noviello, Caleb Leone, Christina Falck-Armstrong, Dorothy Kriesher, Al Sodergren, Sr. Rita Naughton, Judith Waldman, Harold Shollenberger, Emily McDonald, Marge Connors, Canavan Family, Hapeman Family, Tracey Liddington, Charlene Efird, Kurt Hetrick, Carol Bower, Larry Sauers, Kay McGonnell, Ernest Montgomery, Don & Sandee Jacopetti, Ray Hoffman, Adina Caschera, Debbie Johnson-Roig, Shirley Smith, Mary Margaret Eck, Leon...

Confession Times

Posted on May 25, 2020 in: Sacraments

Confession Times

St Boniface - Saturdays 3:15-3:45pm and in the priest's sacristy. This will permit 6' between us. While waiting, please, remain in the church until one person exits the sacristy. We want to avoid any lines. St Lawrence - First Saturday of month at 9am. The sacristy will be modified to permit 6' distance and Father will be masked. On request - call the rectory for an appointment. They could be heard at church or in your home to avoid travelling.

Mass Intentions

Posted on May 25, 2020 in: General News

May 26: St. Lawrence 7am - Charles F. Horn, Sr. by family; May 27: St. Boniface 8am - Mary Lou Beiter by Paul Beiter; May 28: St. Boniface 5:30pm - Special Intention; May 29: St. Boniface 8am - Joanne E. Carson by Estate of William R. Saar, Sr.; May 30: St. Boniface 4pm - James Eiswerth by Elaine and Keith Harvey; May 30: St. Lawrence 5:30pm - Marty Snella by family; May 31: St. Lawrence 8am - Helen Keller by family; May 31: St. Boniface 10:30am - Kenneth & Jeanette Konkle by Ron and Carol Konkle; June 1: St. Lawrence 7am - Rodney ‘Radar” Maneval by Kathy Crosby; June 2: St. Lawre...

As Masses Resume by Reservation . . .

Posted on May 17, 2020 in: General News

As Masses Resume by Reservation . . .

A PARTIAL relaxation will begin Monday, May 18th. CONTRARY to what you may have heard, there are NO PUBLIC MASSES. TINY groups of 25 will be allowed to join AFTER making a reservation. No one should expect to just show up and walk in. OVERALL GUIDANCE • Dispensation - everyone is still excused from attending • Senior citizens or those with special conditions would be better staying home. If you are hungry for the Lord, call Father, I will visit you to pray and offer Holy Communion. • Children - with very limited seating, children especially those who have not...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on May 17, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

May 17 - We try to be a pro-life people dedicated to the sacredness of human life at all stages. That includes the baby in utero and the elderly person on a ventilator. They are dependent and fragile needing someone to speak for them. Now we are being forced to show it and move beyond pious words or bumper stickers. Some will argue that in the balance of things, we can’t waste time with elderly. They will contend they are destined to die anyway. They have diminishing value. Yet for us, all are precious in the eyes of God and deserve dignity. We are all chafing at the ...

Sign-Up for Mass

Posted on May 12, 2020 in: General News

Sign-Up for Mass

In the Yellow Phase, as of Monday May 18th we will be permitted to have Limited Masses with only 25 people attending. Therefore, we will have signup sheets available at each church by this Wednesday 13th. They are located inside the double doors at both churches. BECAUSE numbers are so limited, you may reserve only 1 Mass per calendar month. So, please, be kind to others. Thanks!

Bishop Bambera's Update

Posted on May 11, 2020 in: General News

Bishop Bambera's Update

As four counties within the Diocese of Scranton’s territory enter the “yellow phase” of Pennsylvania’s reopening plan today, I will be announcing to our faithful people that public Masses will be allowed to gradually resume for parishes in Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan and Tioga Counties beginning no earlier than Monday, May 18, 2020. I have recorded a video message that I encourage you to share with our people.

REQUEST for HELP

Posted on May 06, 2020 in: General News

REQUEST for HELP

Our two parishes will commence limited Masses on Monday, May 18th. In case anyone forgets, we will need masks at the doors for people to take (not borrow). Thus, those of you who are making masks or have extra paper ones available, the parishes could use them. Please, drop off at the rectory, on the chairs outside or in the office. In advance, THANKS!

Prayers and Remembrances

Posted on May 04, 2020 in: General News

Prayers and Remembrances

PRAY FOR OUR LOVED ONES: Donald E Fischer, Gregg E Fischer, Rick Livermore, Mary Williams, Tillie Matlock, Kathy Richardson, Dr. Albert Liddell, Deb Noviello, Caleb Leone, Christina Falck-Armstrong, Dorothy Kriesher, Al Sodergren, Sr. Rita Naughton, Judith Waldman, Harold Shollenberger, Emily McDonald, Marge Connors, Canavan Family, Hapeman Family, Tracey Liddington, Charlene Efird, Kurt Hetrick, Carol Bower, Larry Sauers, Kay McGonnell, Ernest Montgomery, Don & Sandee Jacopetti, Ray Hoffman, Adina Caschera, Debbie Johnson-Roig, Shirley Smith, Mary Margaret Eck, Leon...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on May 04, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

May 3 - April has dragged in many ways. Thankfully, May will be warmer and sunnier. Trees will burst with green, flowers will share more beauty and we will savor long walks under bright skies. But it’s also the month of Mary, and Mothers’ Day, and Memorial Day. Definitely a time to give thanks and ask for blessings upon so many. Let’s commence this month in a more positive way... by starting up the rosary again on Friday’s 8:30am in St Boniface. You can contemplate these biblical moments, give praise and still distance safely. Holy Mary, Mother ...

Turning to our Mother...

Posted on May 01, 2020 in: General News

Turning to our Mother...

Consecration of the U.S. to Mary is timely and fitting Michael R. Heinlein April 27, 2020 In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. bishops, under the leadership of Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, will consecrate the United States to the maternal care of the Blessed Virgin Mary on May 1. This act of entrusting the nation to Our Lady coincides with similar initiatives in other countries as well, including Canada and Italy. Full Article here

When Masses Resume...

Posted on May 01, 2020 in: General News

When Masses Resume...

“As time unfolds, people coming back into normal activities is probably going to happen a little more slowly than some might expect. We will do all that we can to facilitate our return to Mass, but ultimately must provide for the safety of the people God has given to our care.” —Bishop Joseph C. Bambera— Read the full article here: You can also watch a video here:

Memorial Prayers

Posted on April 30, 2020 in: General News

Memorial Prayers

On Friday, May 8th at 3pm we will gather at St Boniface Church in honor of Rodney "Radar" Maneval. Prayers will be offered outside at the Washington Blvd church door next to the bench where he slept. (Using a PA system, we will be able to spread out. People are encouraged to wear masks.) He died on April 24th at UPMC Hospital after suffering a heart attack at the church. His family was found and his father and sister will bury him with family near Mannheim.

Need Assistance

Posted on April 30, 2020 in: General News

Need Assistance

To our parishioners: Are you recently unemployed, furloughed or struggling to pay for groceries or utility bills? You are not alone. Our parish office has many resources to help and guide you through these tough times. Contact us at stboniface@ comcast.net or 570-326-1544 Monday-Friday 8:30a-12:30pm. All inquiries are confidential.

Family Promise

Posted on April 30, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

There is a dire need for assistance to Family Promise (FP) to cover lodging and food for families in need. Some families are sheltering in hotels because they cannot find housing or stay with FP right now. Monetary donations could be sent to the St. Boniface office*. Make checks payable to - St. Boniface and on the check memo line write: Family Promise. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity. Family Promise Contact Margy Foran @ 570-360-1292.

Bits & Pieces

Posted on April 29, 2020 in: General News

Bits & Pieces

Food donations - Food donations have been outstanding. We are filling our bins at both parishes every week and delivering the food. Thanks! The need is massive as you see in the news. Every food pantry is now receiving twice the demand because of families who before this had never been unemployed. New Lectors - We welcome Jack Fink and Karen Kirk-Newman who were trained this week. They will be helping to proclaim the Word of God at St Boniface. 3rd Quarter Financials - This period covered Jan/Feb/Mar. St Lawrence had a surplus of $10,094 and St Boniface was i...

Prayers and Remembrances

Posted on April 27, 2020 in: General News

Prayers and Remembrances

Pray for our Loved Ones Donald E Fischer, Gregg E Fischer, Rick Livermore, Mary Williams, Tillie Matlock, Kathy Richardson, Dr. Albert Liddell, Deb Noviello, Caleb Leone, Christina Falck-Armstrong, Dorothy Kriesher, Al Sodergren, Sr. Rita Naughton, Judith Waldman, Harold Shollenberger, Emily McDonald, Marge Connors, Canavan Family, Hapeman Family, Tracey Liddington, Charlene Efird, Kurt Hetrick, Carol Bower, Larry Sauers, Kay McGonnell, Ernest Montgomery, Don & Sandee Jacopetti, Ray Hoffman, Adina Caschera, Debbie Johnson-Roig, Shirley Smith, Mary Margaret Eck, Leona...

Coronavirus Emergency Fund

Posted on April 27, 2020 in: General News

Coronavirus Emergency Fund

Bishop Bambera’s Video Message Announcing Coronavirus Emergency Fund https://youtu.be/1LXaLrDWgmc Diocese of Scranton announces establishment of Coronavirus Emergency Fund SCRANTON – Bishop Joseph C. Bambera announces the establishment of the Coronavirus Emergency Fund in the Diocese of Scranton to help support public ministries, parishes and school families amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Coronavirus Emergency Fund will allow individuals to financially support any parish in the Diocese, assist public ministries that operate food pantries, ...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on April 26, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

April 26 - Because we were robbed of a full Lent, we didn’t have a chance to really reflect on the unavoidable part of life...death. Corona has reminded us. Similarly, we have had a series of parishioners pass away in the past weeks. Life is fragile and can expire very quickly. So, what endures? Our relationship with Jesus Christ. We can be separated from family and friends. But we never are cut off from the love of Christ. Only we can sever the ties, voluntarily, by choice. Even as the sun appears and flowers bloom, we are confronted by a very sobering atmosphere eve...

BOTH CHURCHES OPEN

Posted on April 21, 2020 in: General News

BOTH CHURCHES OPEN

BLESSED PALMS will now be available in both churches during these hours starting May 1st: ST. BONIFACE CHURCH IS OPEN DAILY for private prayer each weekday 8:30am-4:30pm. Enter by the side door next to the Rectory Office. ST LAWRENCE CHURCH is open for private prayer every Sunday from 8am until 11am. If you bump into friends say HI but from a distance. Peace!

Family Promise

Posted on April 21, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

“So many things have been suspended because of COVID-19, but what hasn’t been suspended is homelessness itself.” Claas Ehlers, Family Promise CEO. Much like every other organization during this pandemic, Family Promise has changed the way they are able to care for homeless families. While the strength of Family Promise was the many people driven by their faith and compassion to show up with food and hospitality to aid a homeless family, the proximity of caring people causes undeniable risk to the health of our entire community at this time. Our parish i...

Family Promise

Prayers and Remembrances

Posted on April 20, 2020 in: General News

Prayers and Remembrances

Pray for Our Loved Ones Donald E Fischer, Gregg E Fischer, Rick Livermore, Mary Williams, Tillie Matlock, Kathy Richardson, Dr. Albert Liddell, Deb Noviello, Caleb Leone, Christina Falck-Armstrong, Dorothy Kriesher, Al Sodergren, Sr. Rita Naughton, Judith Waldman, Harold Shollenberger, Emily McDonald, Marge Connors, Canavan Family, Hapeman Family, Tracey Liddington, Charlene Efird, Kurt Hetrick, Carol Bower, Larry Sauers, Kay McGonnell, Ernest Montgomery, Don & Sandee Jacopetti, Ray Hoffman, Adina Caschera, Debbie Johnson-Roig, Shirley Smith, Mary Margaret Eck, Leona...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on April 19, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

April 19 - Oddly we are developing a routine of distancing and taking this seriously. The shock to our systems is less acute but now boredom may be sinking in. Many of us are reaching the end of our To Do lists. What’s next? St Francis de Sales urged us... “Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself. I mean do not be disheartened by your imperfections but always rise up with fresh courage.” d 1622

Websites To Feed Your New Monastic Life

Posted on April 17, 2020 in: General News

Websites To Feed Your New Monastic Life

WEBSITES TO FEED YOUR NEW MONASTIC LIFE • www.cruxnow.com • contemplativemonk.org • wccm.org • www.myfranciscan.org • BlessedisShe.net • francisacanmedia.org • merton.org/ITMS

Monday TeleConference

Posted on April 14, 2020 in: General News

Monday TeleConference

We will have a TeleConference every Monday! You can call in and be connected with others and Fr. Bill. He will update you on the latest news of the parish, the Diocese and the town. Then you can catch up with each other. Every MONDAY at 10:30am call 1-844-854- 2222 and then when the operator greets you punch in the Access Code 320851#.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on April 12, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

April 12, EASTER - In the Gospel of John for Easter Sunday, when Mary Magdalene sees the empty tomb, she tells the Apostles that “they have taken the Lord...and we don’t know where they put him”. The absence of Mass, puts a new spin on that. Without the music and contagious joy that His Resurrection ignites as we celebrate together, it will feel empty in some ways. Our Orthodox friends greet each other in the Easter season by saying, CHRIST IS RISEN. And the response is HE IS INDEED! We must say that to ourselves and exchange best wishes to our family and ...

Good News from our Isolation

Posted on April 08, 2020 in: General News

Good News from our Isolation

1. Families are eating together 2. Patrons are showing appreciation of wait staff and restaurant owners 3. People are walking and exercising 4. Animal adoptions are at all-time highs 5. Visits to church increased radically 6. Long overdue calls to friends have increased 7. Game boards have been dug out of closets 8. People seem to be rationing themselves from social media 9. Our Lending Library is being used more 10. Calls to elderly home-bound have dramatically risen

Holy Week

Posted on April 08, 2020 in: General News

Holy Week

HOLY WEEK The Lord's Supper - key parts will be recorded and posted, celebrant - Msgr. Stephen McGough Good Friday - key parts will be recorded and posted, celebrant - Fr Bill EASTER SUNDAY - the entire Mass of the Resurrection will be recorded and posted, celebrant - Fr Bill go to: www.stbonifacecatholic.com St Boniface church will be open from 7 to 7 daily. Its is decorated. St Lawrence will be open on Easter Sunday from 8 to 11 am.

Holy Day

April 2nd Message from Bishop Bambera

Posted on April 06, 2020 in: General News

April 2nd Message from Bishop Bambera

April 2, 2020 A recorded a video message for the faithful of our Diocese is also available on the Diocese of Scranton website and social media platforms. The video link can be found at: https://youtu.be/IBdJtccxeyI the Diocese of Scranton website - https://www.dioceseofscranton.org/media/ctv-catholic-television/ On Facebook: www.Facebook.com/DioceseofScranton On Twitter: www.Twitter.com/DioceseofScr On Instagram: www.Twitter.com/BishopBambera https://youtu.be/IBdJtccxeyI

NO distribution of palms on Palm Sunday

Posted on April 02, 2020 in: General News

The distribution of palms on Palm Sunday is prohibited by the Diocese of Scranton. While time honored and appreciated by many members of the faithful, the distribution of palms in any way risks the unnecessary spread of the coronavirus.

Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update March 30, 2020

Posted on March 31, 2020 in: General News

Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update March 30, 2020 As you know, we are all living through challenging and unprecedented times. Today alone, an additional 693 people in our Commonwealth tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 4,087 individuals. The Pennsylvania Department of Health also reported 11 new deaths, bringing the statewide total to 48. These numbers are increasing dramatically each day. Governor Tom Wolf also announced today that all Pennsylvania schools will remain closed until further notice. On Friday, March 27, 2020, Governor Wolf issued “stay-at-home” orders for seve...

Newsletter

Posted on March 31, 2020 in: General News

Newsletter

ATTENTION: In lieu of a lengthy bulletin, we have a shorter NEWSLETTER each week during our hiatus from gathering. It can be found one of two ways: If you see the “Quick Links” tab on the right, Newsletters is a hyperlink there Go to the “Resources” tab and hold your cursor over the down arrow (a triangle pointing down). The third item is Sunday Bulletin and it has old bulletins and the current newsletters, sorted by date with the most recent on top. Be sure to check out the newsletter for up-to-date info from ...

Bishop Barron on the Coronavirus Quarantine

Posted on March 30, 2020 in: General News

This world famous speaker suggests great ideas for making this shutdown a huge benefit to you. Blaise Pascal said, “All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” This Pascalian “mot” has come to my mind a good deal in recent days as our entire country goes into shutdown mode due to the coronavirus. Perhaps we could all think of this time of semi-quarantine as an invitation to some monastic introspection, some serious confrontation with the questions that matter—some purposeful sitting alone in a room. Click on "Read mor...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on March 30, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

March 30 - What, if anything, positive is coming out of this forced retreat? For one, it has slowed us down. The pace is visibly more relaxed. While everyone keeps their distance, we are eager to talk, to end our isolation. Second, we’re paying attention more to the elderly especially those alone. Parishioners are calling them and checking to see if they need food and meds. Third, people are praying more by themselves. When we don’t have a scheduled Mass that we show up for, it depends more on us to initiate the conversation with God. More people are e...

Daily Reflections

Posted on March 30, 2020 in: General News

Daily Reflections

Need a Spiritual Lift? Recordings of brief homilies by Fr. Bill are available on the website. Visit www.stbonifacecatholic.com and click on Vimeo. It’s simple and get a 5-minute booster. Daily Reflections

Newsletters

Posted on March 30, 2020 in: General News

Newsletters

St. Boniface and St. Lawrence Parishes Newsletters Week of March 30, 2020 CLICK HERE Week of March 22, 2020 CLICK HERE

Latest Message from Bishop Bambera

Posted on March 27, 2020 in: General News

Latest Message from Bishop Bambera

March 25, 2020 A recorded a video message for the faithful of our Diocese is also available on the Diocese of Scranton website and social media platforms. The video link can be found at: https://youtu.be/wrK6dGUIOeU the Diocese of Scranton website - https://www.dioceseofscranton.org/media/ctv-catholic-television/ On Facebook: www.Facebook.com/DioceseofScranton On Twitter: www.Twitter.com/DioceseofScr On Instagram: www.Twitter.com/BishopBambera Dear Brothers and Sisters, Four weeks ago today, Lent began with the celebration of Ash W...

FPCares Emergency Relief

Posted on March 25, 2020 in: General News

Our Response to Covid-19 to the Community FPGives is much like Raise the Region, however it is geared specifically for Family Promise. FPGives will be held on March 25th. Here is why we are in need of donations right now! Family Promise is expecting a great wave of homelessness coming in response to those who are either unemployed or had hours reduced due to our state's response to the Corona Virus. Now is the time to make a huge impact with Family Promise. We currently are in need of $10,000 to get our budget back on track for this month. Here is what your donation to Family Promise does: Our Day Center is...

Women's Book Club

Posted on March 24, 2020 in: St Boniface Activities

Women's Book Club

They will be starting again but by teleconference. Judy Fisher (570.419.1561) and Sally Dandini (570.998.2020) will be contacting our participants to phone in for the next meeting on Monday March 30th at 2pm. Please, prepare Chapter 3 the Moon Shell.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on March 23, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

March 22 - Life has changed immeasurably and will continue to do so. Hang on! Sadly, we will be without our major source of support, the Mass. We are a people of the Eucharist. So, this will hurt. But it’s the perfect time for a Lenten retreat. With your down time, immerse yourself in the New Testament. Read one of the spiritual books in our lending libraries. Call neighbors to check in on them and pray with them. Take quiet time in the morning and at night to pray. Cook a meal for someone who is isolated and deliver it to their door. We can transform an imposed hiber...

Watching Daily Mass on-line

Posted on March 18, 2020 in: General News

Watching Daily Mass on-line

Dear Faithful, As you are now aware, Bishop Bambera has suspended the celebration of Masses open to the public and all public gatherings in all diocesan parishes. “He has taken this temporary action, knowing the depth of our faith and our desire to celebrate the Holy Eucharist on a regular basis. In light of continued concerns, the Bishop and Father Bill, are reminding everyone you may watch Mass on-line. Here are some resources to listen, hear or watch masses on a daily basis. Private Mass will be celebrated daily in the Cathedral of Saint ...

PREP NEWS

Posted on March 18, 2020 in: Religious Education

PREP NEWS

ALL PREP Classes and Events are cancelled until further notice, including: March 27--8th grade Pizza & Movie Night April 5—Palm Sunday Family Day WHAT IS STILL HAPPENING IN PREP? March 29—8th Grade Confirmation Name/Saint Essay Due. Please scan and email to sbslprep@comcast.net or mail/deliver to the rectory at 326 Washington Blvd. Thank you! PREP 2020 Lenten Service Project Many thanks to all of our PREP families who helped to support the students’ service project to benefit Sojourner Truth Ministries. For the first two weeks in Lent...

PREP

ONLINE GIVING

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: General News

ONLINE GIVING

During this time when parish gatherings have been suspended, expenses go on while collections stop. An easy way to continue your support of our parish and all of its ministries is to use Online Giving to keep up on offertory. Go to our parish website: stbonifacecatholic.com or stlawrencecatholic.com and click on the Online Giving link, it’s quick and easy. Your support throughout the year helps sustain our church. Set up your gift today or consider an additional gift via our web-based app on your smart device. If you would like assistance in setting up a ne...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

March 15 - "See everything, overlook a great deal, correct a little." ...quipped Pope John 23rd about how we should treat one another. It easy to be judgmental, but usually we don't know all the facts. Jesus with the woman at the well is a perfect illustration of this adage. In our times, some of society's political polarization has drifted into the Church and poisoned discussions. Instead of rationally examining crucial issues for our faith, social media stoops to personal attacks and labeling. That is blatantly antiChristlike. This pope who initiate...

All Masses Suspended

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: General News

All Masses Suspended

ALL MASSES, ACTIVITIES, AND GATHERINGS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED IF YOU NEED OUR ASSISTANCE PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE AT 570-326-1544 OR STBONIFACE@COMCAST.NET, we will have temporary office hours from 8:30am - 12:30pm Monday -Friday or by appointment. We ask that everyone continue with the prevention measures that have been outlined by the Pennsylvania Department of Health in regards to spreading viruses. They include: washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands and avoidi...

Family Day

Posted on March 09, 2020 in: Religious Education

Family Day

Sunday, April 5, 9-10 Join us for FAMILY DAY for ALL St. Boniface and St. Lawrence Families WHERE? St. Lawrence Parish Hall WHAT? Participate in a Passover Meal (Seder)—adapted for children. A great way to begin Holy Week! What goes on a seder plate? All Family members are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. YOU NEED TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT SO WE CAN PURCHASE AND PREPARE THE MATERIALS. REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, MARCH 22. Three ways to register: 1. Fill out the registration sheet and return to PREP class o...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on March 09, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

March 8 - So many of you are nicely "giving up" or "doing" during Lent. That helps make the season a serious attempt at triage-ing your spiritual life and applying the correct medicine. But the older we become, the more we understand this is not possible on our own. Year after year, we find ourselves battling the same flaws and sins. Many of our Lenten observances are repeat failures. Somehow, we need to literally invite the Holy Spirit into our lives. Kidding around, we'll say...JMJ. But rarely do we invite the Paraclete, the Advocate, the S...

Food Pantry

Posted on March 03, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Food Pantry

The following item request for March is Peanut Butter. Thank you to all families that have continued to feed the food box in both parishes. St. Joseph the Worker Food Pantry (working in affiliation with Central Pa. Food Bank), also need for distribution: Instant mashed potatoes, Canned fruit, Canned vegetables, Gravy, Cranberry sauce, Bag cookies, Fruit snacks, Hot Chocolate packets, Grocery gift cards (any amount). Contact persons with questions: Sue Lingg SB 570-322-8349 and Dianne Fisher SL 570-322-3278.

Parish Pastoral Council

Posted on March 03, 2020 in: Pastoral Council

Parish Pastoral Council

St. Boniface & St. Lawrence Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Minutes are available on our website www.stbonifacecatholic.com. We are inviting you to a meeting of both parish councils, finance councils and other parishioners who are deeply engaged on: MONDAY MARCH 16th at 6:30pm at St Lawrence Hall.

¡MISA EN EL ESPAÑOL!

Posted on March 03, 2020 in: General News, Ministries

¡MISA EN EL ESPAÑOL!

Dos veces en Marzo, se ofrecerá misa en español en Williamsport. El miércoles 4 de Marzo y el miércoles 25, a las 7:30 p.m. Los estudiantes de habla hispana de Lycoming College, entre otros, se unirán a estas eucaristías en la iglesia San Bonifacio, ubicada en 326 Washington Boulevard, Williamsport, PA. El Padre Neftalí Féliz Sena de la República Dominicana estará presidiendo las misas y liderando los cantos. Por favor, invita a tus amigos y amigas.

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED

Posted on March 03, 2020 in: General News, Ministries

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED

PARENTS We are looking for more Altar Servers and appealing to you to discuss it with your children. Any girl or boy who has received Holy Communion is eligible. It would get them involved and make the Mass more interesting to them. We will train them. Call Stephanie at 916.0483 or Chris at 326.1544.

Youth Ministry

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on March 03, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

March 1 - I'd ask you to think in a novel way this Lent. Don't focus on what sins you committed or how bad you are. Instead, think about what you haven't done that you could have done. Sins of omission are usually more prominent in our lives.  5 years ago you said I need to read the New Testatment  at Christmas, you said we should cook supper for that man who lives by himself  "soon I'm going to start the practice of praying every morning for 5 minutes"  "someday I should help out at Sojourners soup kitchen"  "When I have time, ...

XLT

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: General News, Sacraments

XLT

XLT (Exalt!) will be held Sunday, March 1st at 6:15 p.m. at Saint Joseph the Worker Parish, 702 W. 4th Street, Williamsport. The event, sponsored by the Diocesan Offices for Parish Life and Vocations, will consist of Eucharistic Adoration, praise & worship music, a dynamic talk, the opportunity for the sacrament of Reconciliation, and a social. All are welcome to attend! For more information, please call 570-780- 2996.

The Vigil Project

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: General News, Ministries, Music Ministry

The Vigil Project

Vigil Project Church of the Resurrection is again hosting The Vigil Project for a Lenten Mission Concert & Talk on Wednesday, March 4th at 7PM. There will be a mass at 6PM w/ music done by The Vigil Project and a concert/talk following. The Vigil Project's mission is to create beautiful music for the Catholic journey. For too long, Catholics have been deprived of music for prayer. There was a time when everyone, Christian and non-Christian alike, turned to the Catholic Church for the most beautiful expressions of art and music in the world. It’s time for a ...

FREE Financial Guidance

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: General News

FREE Financial Guidance

FREE Legal, Tax, Financial Help March 1st, April 19th, May 17th Come join St. Boniface members - Steve Sholder, Greg Deck and Ken Danielsen in the church lounge after the 10:30am Sunday Mass to hear Legal, Tax and Financial insights that concern everyone. They will give short talks on topics that many people should address, but put off; i.e.; Organizing where assets are; How often should I update legal documents, Tax mistakes to avoid. Additionally, they will help members setup their on-line giving accounts if help is needed.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: Sacraments

Sacrament of Reconciliation

St. Boniface: Lenten Monday evenings in March 5:30-7pm Every Saturday 3:15 - 3:45pm St. Lawrence: 1st Saturday of the month 9:00a - 9:30a

Ash Wednesday Schedule

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: General News

Ash Wednesday Schedule

February 26th Mass and distribution of ashes: 8:00 am St. Boniface 10:00 am SJNRA at St. Boniface 5:30 pm St. Lawrence

Vision 2020

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: General News

Vision 2020

On March 3rd, the Bishop will be meeting with a number of local parishes in Williamsport. This session will take the next step in future planning to create vibrant parishes and prepare for shifts in demographics (smaller families and lighter attendance). No decisions will be announced at this meeting. We expect more discernment thru to the Fall. I selected the following people to join me in these deliberations: St Boniface: Ken Danielsen, Carol Welliver, Sue Lingg, Kathy Bahr, and Jen Matz St Lawrence: Tina Pulver, Tom Hart,&...

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on February 23, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

February 23 - Winter, current events and the specter of Lent, create a somber mood. It's an obligation for people of the Resurrection to laugh and promote joy. A priest parked his car in a no-parking zone because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter. Then he put a note on the windshield, "I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't park here, I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our trespasses." When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer along with a note. "I've circled the block for 10 years....

Lenten Schedule

Posted on February 21, 2020 in: General News

Lenten Schedule

St. Boniface & St. Lawrence Catholic Churches Lenten 2020 Schedule is available on our website: www.stbonifacecatholic.com www.stlawrencecatholic.com *ALL MASSES, EVENTS, AND GATHERINGS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED Schedule of Masses: Ash Wednesday 8:00 am St. Boniface, 10:00 am SJNRA at St. Boniface, 5:30 pm St. Lawrence; Holy Thursday 7:00 pm St. Boniface; Good Friday 1:00 pm St. Boniface; Easter Vigil 8:00 pm St. Boniface; Easter Sunday 8:00 am St. Lawrence, 10:30 am St. Boniface Beginning the First Week of Lent, Confessions will be heard on Mondays in March "Th...

Annual Fish Dinner

Posted on February 20, 2020 in: St Boniface Activities

Annual Fish Dinner

The St. Boniface Annual Fish Dinner will be held Ash Wednesday February 26th at the St. Boniface elementary school gym from 4-7pm. Adults are $10.00 and children under 12 are $5.00. Take outs are available. Fish, macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, coleslaw, green beans, brownie sundaes and drinks will be served family style. Tickets will be available after all masses or at the parish office. If you would like to help in the dining room please contact Judy Wagner 570-916-2519. Help is also needed to set up at 1pm Wednesday afternoon.

Women's Book Club

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Women's Book Club

The Book Club will meet on Mondays at 2pm, beginning March 9th. The club will meet in the St. Boniface Church Lounge to accommodate a more relaxed environment. The first book, to get everyone started, will be the American classic, Gifts from the Sea, by Ann Morrow Lindbergh. Fr. Bill will help launch it but step back after the first session, so, that it is entirely run by women.

PREP NEWS

Posted on February 17, 2020 in: Religious Education

PREP NEWS

March 21--First Holy Communion Retreat 9-2 PM March 29—Confirmation Name/Essay Due Date for 8th Grade April 5—Palm Sunday Family Day 9-10 AM St Lawrence Parish Hall-Participate in a Passover Meal (Seder)—adapted for children This is for the whole family. A great way to begin Holy Week! More information coming. WHAT’S HAPPENING IN PREP? 8th Grade Service Project Last Sunday, our 8th grade students helped set up, clean up and assisted families during the Lent Family Day event as well as helped to clean up th...

PREP

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on February 17, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

February 16 - Over 55 parishioners are delving into the Old Testament Book of Exodus with me for Bible Study. Bravo to them for investing the time and effort in better understanding the Word Of God. Bible Study can be both a form of prayer and an attempt to better know what God is saying to us. There are many beneficial ways of praying and serving but with the exception of the Mass, this should increasingly be the most important aspect of our spirituality. The essence of Vatican Council ll was to return to the sources, go back to the basics. Recently, this is so...

Sojourner House of Hope - Open House

Posted on February 11, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Sojourner House of Hope - Open House

Open House - Sojourner House of Hope Friday February 28th 5:30p-7:30pm 669 Center St. Williamsport Sojourner Truth Ministries Come learn about the planned communal, short-term home for women dedicated to leaving homelessness for God. Food provided by Hillside Catering. RSVP www.stmwilliamsport.org or 323- 1797.

Family Promise

Posted on February 11, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

Our parish will be hosting Family Promise from February 16th – 23rd . Currently there are 4 families totaling 13 people being served by the program. We invite our Family Promise volunteers to consider when they may be available. Contact Margy at signup4familypromisehere@gmail.com for more information.

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

Posted on February 09, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Bill's Pastor's Corner

February 9 - It hardly seems Christmas has faded and now we start Lent at the end of this month. How will you observe it differently this year? Lent is designed to help focus us. Generally, we do that by simplifying. Less food, less self-indulgence, less busyness...all work together to create more time...for God and for the ones Christ calls our sisters and brothers. Make this a Lent with no regrets! Commit to a concrete action plan of penance and self-sacrifice. Give yourself in service one day per week, read 3 pages of Holy Scripture every day, offer up meat for the 40 da...

Coffee & Donuts

Posted on February 09, 2020 in: General News

Coffee & Donuts

ALL GATHERINGS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED AT THIS TIME

Sweetheart Pancake Breakfast

Posted on February 07, 2020 in: St Lawrence Activities

Sweetheart Pancake Breakfast

St. Lawrence Parish Presents Sweetheart Pancake Breakfast at St. Lawrence Parish Hall 8:00am - 12:30pm on Sunday February 16th. Presale tickets Adults $8.00; Day of Breakfast $9.00. Kids 12y-6y $4.00; 5y and under FREE. Menu: Pancakes, Scrapple, Scrambles Eggs, Sausage, Fruit Cup, Coffee, Juice, Milk & Hot Chocolate; and Tasty Treats from our Church Ladies! You may contact any St. Lawrence Parish Activity Committee member for tickets OR after each weekend mass.

Activity Committee

Posted on February 03, 2020 in: General News

Activity Committee

Parish Activity Committees The St. Boniface Activity Committee meetings are the 2nd Sunday of the month 7pm, at the Elementary School Gym. Join us on March 8th. The St. Lawrence PAC meetings are the 1st Tuesday of the month 6:30pm, in the St. Lawrence Parish Hall. The next meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2020 and is open to all our parishioners.

Respect for Sanctity

Posted on February 03, 2020 in: General News

Respect for Sanctity

RESPECT for SANCTITY Once we enter the church, our hearts and our actions should change. Some ways of preserving the holiness and prayerfulness of our churches is to: leave the gum outside have your conversations in the foyer or narthex give the phone a rest utilize the time with quiet prayer to the Creator Beautiful buildings set a mood but also, we do that with our peaceful prayer before Mass.

PREP NEWS

Posted on February 03, 2020 in: Religious Education

PREP NEWS

WINTER IS HERE— SIGN UP FOR TEXT REMINDERS IN CASE OF SNOW CANCELLATIONS. Text the message @sbslprep to the number 81010. Not sure how to sign up? Call the rectory at 570-326-1544 for assistance. FAMILY PRAYER Our catechists have been working very hard to help the children learn and review some basic prayers of our Catholic faith. Please take the time to continue these efforts by praying together regularly as a family. The prayers can be found in the blue Children’s Book of Prayers that was distributed at the start of the year. Need a new one? Extra c...

PREP

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Posted on February 03, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

February 2 - I'm grateful to Fr. Don Williams for leading our weekend Masses and offering me a break before Lent. He came from Scranton specifically for this purpose. During this week (February 3 - 7), there will be no weekday Masses at St. Lawrence or St. Boniface. Our supply of priests is stretched especially in the winter when retired priests are living elsewhere. That is something to contemplate as we face the diocesan future planning, Vision 2020. While we must always foster vocations in our families and parishes, the immediate years require answers now. ...

Pancake Breakfast/Easter Pie Sale/Easter Egg Hunt

Posted on February 03, 2020 in: St Lawrence Activities

St. Lawrence Parish Activity Committee Thank you to everyone that supported the Pancake Breakfast-those that came and enjoyed the food and friendships, those that worked to make the breakfast happen, to those that labored all morning and into the afternoon giving their time and talent to bring on the breakfast – to our 7th Grade students and their families and their Catechist and to our Pastor, Fr. Bill for supporting our efforts. When you look at all this you can state, the breakfast was a huge success. Thank you for making our efforts worth every ounce of energy we pour into it. We will hold our annual E...

Family Promise

Posted on February 02, 2020 in: Social Concerns

Family Promise

Wonderful News Margy Foran had agreed to lead this vital ministry. Only 4 times each year, our parishes host homeless families while they await new housing. We have a good number of workers to assist. Now Margy completes the picture. THANKS for stepping forward! If you want to join that team with some small and well-defined tasks, contact her at 570-360-1292 or signup4familypromisehere@gmail.com On February 9th at 4pm there will be a gathering for new and current volunteers and interested people, at the St. Lawrence Parish Center Basement (PREP Building). Conta...

PREP NEWS - Lent Family Day

Posted on January 31, 2020 in: Religious Education

PREP NEWS - Lent Family Day

UPCOMING PREP EVENTS REGISTRATION DEADLINE was MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd. LENT FAMILY DAY WHEN? Sunday, February 23rd 9-10 AM NO REGULAR PREP CLASS THAT DAY WHERE? St. Lawrence Parish Hall FOR? All Parish Families with children Preschool through Grade 4 &n...

St Lawrence Church Environment

Posted on January 29, 2020 in: St Lawrence Activities

St Lawrence Church Environment

We need your help! We are looking for retired parish members to help keep the inside of the church clean and presentable for the next liturgical activity, whether it’s weekend Mass, daily Mass, a funeral Mass, wedding or baptism. The work is presently done by only a small crew and we very much need more hands to help. The work is picking up forgotten items after Mass, putting Mass books back in the rack, cleaning the wood on the pews once a week. Presently we have a few men that run the sweeper each week and general cleaning, they also fix anything that is broke. We a...

Art & Environment 2019

Posted on January 29, 2020 in: General News

Art & Environment 2019

St. Boniface Church is blessed to have a dedicated group of their members that help us with different celebrations. It is very important for each of the members who helped us in the past and now to know how much their work and valuable time is appreciated. This Christmas season we give thanks for the help to set up, tear down and put away our Christmas decorations to: Jane Dincher , Kathy Mauro, Deb Damaska, Marysia Sholder , Carol Welliver, Francine Scarfo, Tom Byrne and Jim Furey for picking up the flowers. As we enter into ordinary time, we look forward to our next litur...

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Posted on January 26, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Jan 26 Catholic Schools introduce children to a world they would not encounter anywhere else. Faith in Jesus Christ, shaped by a community and in union with the Catholic Church around the world...they absorb a new way of thinking and living. I see it regularly at the elementary school next door where children are formed in a healthy environment. Under the dynamic leadership of principal Alicia McNamee, both the grade school and high school are excellent options for your family. During Catholic Schools Week, think about St John Neumann Regional Academy as a magnificent wa...

Designer Purse Bingo

Posted on January 24, 2020 in: St Boniface Activities

Designer Purse Bingo

Come One, Come All to our Designer Purse Bingo Coach, Kate Spade, Vera Bradley, Michael Kors When: Saturday, February 1, 2020 Where: St. Boniface School Gym, 710 Franklin Street Doors Open: @ 11:00 am Bingo Starts @ 12:30 pm Cost: $25 for 20 regular games Additional Fun for Purchase: 5 specials, Chinese Auction, Super Raffle, Mystery Prize, Food If you or your business would like to sponsor a purse or contribute to the Chinese Auction please contact Lorrie Flood 570-433-4464 or Deb Wheeler 570-220-2303 for further information or to purchase...

St Boniface Parish Council

Posted on January 24, 2020 in: Pastoral Council

St. Boniface Parish Council The next St. Boniface Parish Council meeting is set for Monday, February 10.

First Reconciliation

Posted on January 24, 2020 in: Sacraments, Religious Education

First Reconciliation

Congratulations to our parish second graders who encountered the mercy and forgiveness of our Lord during their First Reconciliation on Saturday, January 11th at St. Lawrence Church. Please continue to pray for these youngsters who will now be preparing to receive Jesus in First Holy Communion during the month of May. Many thanks to Jen Dincher, our second grade catechist, and to Mary Odorizzi, Kristin Fisher and Veronica Balestino for their help with the music for our beautiful celebration.

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Posted on January 24, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Jan 19: Respect for Life Respect for Life will be the central focus of Catholic hearts this next week. We should be promoting the sanctity of human beings at every step of their existence. The unborn, elderly, disabled, poor, refugees all deserve to be treated with respect. They all independently have a dignity that comes from God, not any human authority. But beside our prayers and words, let's be certain that we are promoting their worth with our personal actions. Are we feeding the poor, welcoming the stranger, and visiting those in prison? As witnesses of the ...

Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)

Posted on January 21, 2020 in: Religious Education

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) Children’s Liturgy of the Word will occur twice per month, at the 10:30 Masses: February 9th & 16th March 1st & 15th April 5th & 19th May 10th & 17th June 14th We welcome adults to join our teams. Contact Barb Rizzo brizzo55@verizon.net.

Prayer Luncheon

Posted on January 17, 2020 in: General News

The Notre Dame Club of Greater Williamsport will be holding its annual prayer luncheon on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at 12:00 noon at the St Lawrence Church Parish Hall, 800 W. Central Ave, S. Williamsport. Featured speaker will be Fr. Bill Corcoran who will speak about “The Church and Celibacy: Changes in the Near Future?” A full ham dinner will be served at $15 per person. Reservations are required and are due no later than January 31st. Payment may be sent to NDCGW, 305 Johnson Dr., S. Williamsport, PA 17702 or contact Nancy Dorman at 570-323-5522 with any questions.

Lenten Bible Study

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: General News

Lenten Bible Study

Register Before January 30th! Join Us as we vary our knowledge of the Bible and examine an Old Testament book, Exodus (Ch 1-15) from the Little Rock Scripture Study. SAVE these Dates: (Tuesdays & Fridays) Class Dates: (Tuesdays & Fridays) February 11th @ 6:30pm in the St. Boniface RAC February 14th @ 10:30am in the St. Lawrence Hall February 18th & 21st; February 25th & 28th; March 10th & 13th; and **March 17th & 20th. *NOTICE OF additional CHANGE – Week of March 2nd & 6th* will be cancelled and classes will be ex...

Weekday Masses

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: General News

Please Note! No Weekday Masses on February 3rd, 4th, 5th & 7th at St. Lawrence & St. Boniface. All Mass Intentions have been rescheduled.

SECOND SUNDAY High School Ministry

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: Ministries

SECOND SUNDAY High School Ministry

February Second Sunday Event Fortitude 101: The virtue of fortitude enables one to conquer fear, even fear of death, and to face trials and persecutions. Keeping it simple, fortitude means courage. Come discuss the courage of the early Christians and the many modern Christians who are faithful in the face of great danger. Are we living up to their example? Who: 9-12 graders What: Mass, Dinner, Conversation When: February 9, 5:30PM to 8:00PM Where: St. Boniface Church & RAC Instagram: SecondSunday_sbla Come check out Second Sunda...

Youth Ministry

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Posted on January 12, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

January 12 - A central goal of Vatican Council II was to remind us of the beauty and significance of Baptism. This sacrament ties and dedicates us to Jesus. But because of that it also gives us roles and responsibilities to build the Kingdom of God. When you were blessed with Chrism during your Baptism you were designated a priest, prophet and king. So, you are a critical part of the spreading the good news and expanding the Church. Make this year a time when you volunteer to strengthen our two parishes. We have much we could do with you! It’s not my job alone, w...

Help the Parish / Help Yourself

Posted on January 12, 2020 in: General News

Help the Parish / Help Yourself

You can donate to the parish and reduce your taxes with the Charitable IRA Rollover. The charitable IRA rollover refers to the option that individuals 70 and a half and older have to contribute up to $100,000 from their IRAs (as part of their minimum contribution) directly to a qualifying charity without first having to recognize the distribution as income. You may contact the parish office for further information. **For tax-related or financial questions, it is best to consult a professional in those fields. Please, think seriously about how you could boost your parish!

Pilgrimage Presentation

Posted on January 12, 2020 in: General News

Pilgrimage Presentation

Join Us on Sunday January 19th to view the pictures and hear the experiences of those who traveled to the Holy Land this past November. So many have enjoyed descriptions & photos of individual pilgrims already. We will share them for all who are interested on Sunday, January 19th at 4pm. Join us with our new flat screen TV to see the Holy Land thru our eyes. This has been moved to St. Lawrence Hall to accommodate crowds.

Diocesan Annual Appeal

Posted on January 10, 2020 in: General News

Diocesan Annual Appeal

Did You Know…. You May Make a Gift to Your Parish or to the Diocesan Annual Appeal Directly from Your IRA? If you are 70 ½ or older and have a traditional individual retirement account, you can use all or part of your required minimum distribution to support your parish or the Diocesan Annual Appeal without having to count the transfers as income for federal tax purposes. For more information contact Jim Bebla, Jim-Bebla@DioceseofScranton.org 570- 207-2250

Annual Appeal

Youth Conference Summer 2020

Posted on January 06, 2020 in: Ministries

Youth Conference Summer 2020

Steubenville Youth Conference Summer 2020 Those involved with our high school ministry are encouraged to join other area high schoolers and thousands from across the country for a lifechanging retreat weekend at Franciscan University in Steubenville Ohio from July 10-12. Our Catholic faith is brought to life at these conferences through talks, music, and adoration in an extraordinary way. The cost is $400 per student. Last year, the generosity of parishioners covered the cost of 4 of our high schoolers to attend. Sign-ups are due January 10, 2020. Contact Alisan & Je...

Youth Ministry

Food Pantry

Posted on January 06, 2020 in: Ministries, Social Concerns

Food Pantry

January Food Pantry Thank you to all our families, we have been able to take a very large amount of food to the St. Joseph Food Pantry throughout November and December. We ask that you continue this so that we can help throughout the winter months. This is a service project of the SB & SL Parish Councils. Item of the month of January: Spaghetti Sauce. Other Items needed: Cereal/granola bars; Mac and Cheese; Peanut Butter; Pasta/Pasta Sauce; Ramen Noodle; Tuna; Canned Vegetables. If you have questions or suggestions regarding this ...

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Posted on January 06, 2020 in: Pastor's Corner

Father Corcoran's Pastor's Corner

Archbishop Fulton Sheen said … “Love tends to become like the one loved; in fact, it even wishes to become one with the one loved. God loved unworthy man. He willed to become one with him, and that was the Incarnation.” The Divine Romance, 70. Now it is our role to become like God by imitating what we have seen and heard about Jesus. It’s not about prayer, charity, contributions…it’s becoming the one that is loved.

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