St. Andre Bessette Parish

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT is observed in our parish on Thursdays from Noon until 6 pm.
The day concludes with Vespers and Benediction at 6 pm.
All Catholics are invited to join us in adoration of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament each Thursday.

Religious Education Classes for our Young People has ended for the summer. Register for next Season by calling the parish office at 570-823-4988.
 

Fraternalist of the Year

Congratulations to Anna Hudock, Social Justice Council coordinator of  St Andre Bessette Parish who was recently named the First Catholic Slovak Association's 2019 Fraternalist o f the Year. Anna was nominated for the award by Magdalen I. Iskra, President of the Magdalen I Iskra District of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association. Anna serves as Treasurer of the District. The First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association is a non-profit insurance company with its home office in Cleveland Ohio. 

The announcement of her selection was made at the First Cathoic Slovak Ladies Association Magdalen I Iskra District National and District Scholarship Awards luncheon held at Genetti Hotel & Conference Center in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania. 

Anna is very active at St Andre Bessette Parish. Besides being the Social Justice Council coordinator she is a lector, Eucharist Minister and member of the choir. She also volunteers at all the fund raising activities at the parish. 

CONGRATULATIONS ANNA!!!


Ministers Needed 

Due to the recent state of funerals and illnesses, our parish is bereft of enough ministers to fulfill the m any needs of our parish. 

We are in need of LECTORS to proclaim the Word of God;  EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS to take the Blessed Sacrament to the sick and homebound;  SERVERS to serve at God's altar;  CHOIR MEMBERS to raise a joyful song to the Lord;  HOSPITALITY MINISTERS to extend a warm welcome to member and visitor alike;  USHERS to assist in taking up the collection. If you are interested in any of these ministries, please contact the parish office (570-823-4988).  Your parish needs YOU!!

Looking Ahead 


LABOR DAY MASS 
Monday, September 2, 2019 
8:00 am 

ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION 
Sunday, September 15 
Parent and Student Meeting at 9:30am 
Classes begin Sunday, September 22 
 

Want to Learn how to make Pierogies??
Join us on Sunday, September 15th 1-5pm in Fr. Zolcinski Hall and learn how to make those delectable Polish delicacies. No prior experience necessary!

Fall Dance 
Mark  September 27th on your calendar! That is the date of our next Dance featuring Millennium. Tickets go on sale beginning August 31st!
 
We will also have our  Fabulous Basket Raffle! All items for baskets must be in by August 25th We are in need of GIFT CARDS from area Restaurants and stores. These can be dropped in the Collection Basket or at the parish office.

TOY BINGO
Sunday November 3 2019 Doors open at Noon. First Game 1:30pm 

Next Bingo Committee Meeting 
Wednesday August 21st at 10am. 

Now Collecting Gift Cards, Big Ticket Items, or Electronics. Please drop off at Parish Office.  


BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 

Have you lost a loved one? 

Do you feel alone in your grief?

Consider joining our Parish's Bereavement Support Group. 

This group is limited to 10 members and will meet for 6 weeks. 

The first session will begin on Wednesday, September 11th at 6pm and continue until October 16th. 

Sessions will last approximately 90 minutes. To sign up, please contact the parish office at 570-823-4988.

We will accept the first 10 people to call. Anyone after that will be put on a waiting list for out next session in the fall. 

Learn how to face the reality of loss of a loved one. 

This will be a self helped group led by people who already have experienced and worked through reconciliation of a death of someone dear. 

GREAT NEWS!

Check out our brand new blog which was created by Matt Kurtz you can view the blog at 
https://www.standrebessettewb.com/news