St. Michaels’s flea market next weekend

St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittston, 13th annual flea market and ziti dinner will be held on Saturday, August 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday August 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event will be held in the church hall, 205 North Main Street, Pittston.

This is one of the largest cleanest well-known indoor flea markets in the area that attracts people from all over the valley. There will be an array of flea market items such as jewelry, household needs, books, Christmas, small furniture, toys, and other every day needs.

In conjunction, a ziti dinner will be held both days, Saturday from 12 noon to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ethnic food such as Pirohi, Piggies, Haluski as well as the all American hot dog will be available, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.

Chicken Barbecue

St. Michael’s Orthodox Church, corner of Winter and Church Streets in Old Forge, is sponsoring a chicken barbecue on Saturday, August 22 from noon until 3 p.m.

Tickets are limited and a few will be available at the door. Price is $9 per dinner. Tickets can be purchased by calling 457-7778, 562-3695 or 457-9280. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Take out only.

Rummage Sale

Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church Center and Rock St. Hughestown will hold their annual Rummage Sale August 13 from 4 to 8, August 14 from 2 to 8, August 15 is Bag Day 9 to 1. Lots of treasures for everyone. Residents and friends are invited.

Bible School

Rev. James H. Breese, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Pittston has announced the annual Vacation Bible School will be held on August 10 through August 14 at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Church Fellowship Hall on Water Street, Pittston.

All children from preschool through grade 7 are invited to attend. Join us for an archaeological expedition through the Egyptian desert and experience a great adventure with First Baptist Church Club Vacation Bible School Truth Trek. The Trekkers (kids, that is) will participate in a journey filled with exciting Bible Stories, Cool Crafts, and Theme-Related Games and Snacks.

Christmas Show

Bus Trip -The United Methodist Women’s Group Pittston Church is sponsoring a bus trip on Saturday, November 28 to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse to see a fabulous Christmas Show. Cost of trip is $87 which includes bus seat, show ticket and dinner. For additional information or to make a reservation, call 654-2310 or 654-8775. Seats are going fast.

Pray the Rosary

Join the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants and other young adults as we pray the Rosary at Allentown Women’s Center 1409 Union Blvd, rear entrance at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. for an end to abortion.

We meet at 7 a.m. at St. Ann’s Basilica in West Scranton. Rides are available.

This event is held every second Saturday of the month for more information email dtafani@aol.com

Bethel United Methodist

Blessed Sacrament

St. Mary’s Assumption

St. Mary’s H of C

First Communion pictures and videos are available for pickup in the parish office. If you would like to pick them up at a weekend Mass, please call the parish office and we will see that they are at the church you will be worshipping at.

The ministry schedule for July through September 2009 has been mailed and posted on the parish webpage. If for some reason you are not able to cover your assignments, please make arrangements for a substitute or call the parish office. Please know how grateful we are for your ministry in our parish community.

On the first Friday of each month Communion is brought to those who are unable to participate in Sunday Mass because of age or health. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated with anyone seriously ill, anticipating a serious operation, or quite elderly. Please notify the parish office of anyone desiring these Sacraments, as well as anyone in the hospital or a nursing home.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at Assumption Annex. For further information, call Mary Boylan (654-0529).

The address for the parish webpage is: www.blessedmarys-pittston.org. You will find links to the Schedule for Liturgical Ministers, our weekly bulletins, monthly calendars, upcoming events and additional information. We hope that you will find the information useful and easily accessible.

Brick United Methodist

First CongregationalUnited Church of Christ

First Baptist Church

Sunday Worship and Praise Service 9:30 a.m.; Children’s Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Adult/Teen Sunday School immediately following service.

Bible Study/Prayer Service Wednesday evening at 7:15 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Chairlift is available.

Teen/Youth night last Friday of every month at 7:15 p.m. in the church hall. All area youth are invited for fellowship, refreshments and fun.

First Congregational UCC

First United Presbyterian

The Session of the First United Presbyterian church of West Pittston announces the following schedule.

The First United Presbyterian church is located at the corner of Exeter Avenue and Warren Street. The Sanctuary is handicapped accessible and childcare is available during Worship.

Full Gospel Chapel

Weekly Wednesday evening prayer service begins at 7:00 p.m.; Adult and teen Sunday School begins each Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

(If there are any questions or problems with the article please call me, Kathy Dolman, church secretary, 881-1572)

Glendale Gospel Church

Grace Bible Church

Harding Church of Christ

Holy Mother of Sorrows

Giant Flea Market. This event will be held on Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 to 5:00 p.m. We are looking for outside vendors.

Food also will be sold if someone would like a lunch. If you are interested in renting a table please call Mrs Regina Bahaley at 457-2378 as soon as possible. All reservations for a table has to be prepaid prior to the Flea Market DateAnyone having questions please call Fr. David at 654-4262.

Holy Redeemer

The Altar & Rosary Society will be purchasing new albs for the altar servers. Each server must be measured in order to insure that the albs fit properly. All altar servers are to report to the Altar Server’s room after Mass if you need to be measured.

Thank you to all who contributed to the Special Summer “No Picnic” Collection. For all those who have not contributed yet, contributions can be placed in the special envelope for this collection and placed in the weekly Offertory Collection or dropped off or mailed to the Parish Office. Please return your contributions to the parish on or before the weekend of August 29 & 30.

Immaculate Conception

A & r Travel Club: The bus will leave the Church parking lot Wednesday, August 5 at 8:45 a.m.

Please return your contributions to the parish on or before the weekend of August 29 & 30.

Inkerman Presbyterian

Langcliffe Presbyterian Church

During the five weeks from Sunday July 5 up to and including Sunday August 2 the members of the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church and the Moosic Presbyterian Church along with their Pastor the Rev. Dr. Susan Ezelle have decided to combine worship services. The combined services will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Langcliffe Presbyterian Church.

This decision has been reached by a vote from members of both congregations as the sanctuary in the Langcliffe Church is air conditioned. This is in no way a precursor to closing or a merging of the two churches it is simply a measure of comfort during the warmest time of summer.

In addition to air conditioning, the Langcliffe Church is handicap accessible and nursery school is provided for young children. Anyone is welcome to worship with us.

Oblates of St. Joseph

Perpetual Novena in Honor of St. Joseph & St. Joseph Marello is held every Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. Recitation of the holy rosary and confessions precede the novena service.

Tune into Catholic Radio 750 AM. The studio is located in the seminary building with call letters WQOR (Queen Of the Rosary). For more information, contact the station at 287-4670.

First Thursday Holy Hour for Vocations, this Thursday, August 6, at 7:00 p.m. in the seminary chapel. Devotions include exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, recitation of the rosary, Scriptural reading, brief sermon, intercessions and Benediction. All are welcome to attend this monthly Holy Hour in praying for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life, especially in the Congregation of the Oblates of St. Joseph and the Diocese of Scranton.

First Friday Blue Army Vigil, August 7, beginning at 8:00 p.m. with confessions, Mass to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and devotions to the Blessed Mother. Public is invited to attend this monthly prayer vigil, which concludes at approximately 10:15 p.m.

A new Senior Citizens group for our area, known as the "St. Joseph’s Senior Social Club" has formed and held their first meeting last Wednesday. They will meet every second Wednesday of the month, beginning on Aug. 12, at 2:00 p.m. The group is open to all senior citizens of the area looking to meet new friends and plan social activities. For more information, contact Theresa Ormando at 654-2967.

Mass enrollments, cards and other religious articles are available at the office. Feel free to stop by for any of your personal religious needs.

The seminary facility is available for small meetings, events and activities, etc. Contact Father Paul McDonnell, OSJ at 654-7542 or at osjseminary@comcast.net

Our Lady of Mount Carmel

A Catholic youth group is being formed within the parishes of the Pittston cluster at the Oblates Seminary, Laflin. An outdoor picnic meeting is being planned on the seminary grounds on Thursday, August 27. Details will follow in the coming weeks ahead. Youth who have already received Confirmation are welcome to join the Pittston Catholic Youth Group, under the direction of Father Paul McDonnell, OSJ.

First Thursday Holy Hour for Vocations will be held August 6 at 7 p.m. at the Oblates Seminary Chapel, Laflin. The Holy Hour includes exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, recitation of the rosary, sermon, intercessions and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

We welcome Mrs. Terri Audi as our new Religious Education Director. We are in need of at least seven new teachers/aides for the CCD program. Anyone interested should call Father Dan as soon as possible.

Sacred Heart of Jesus

The mass schedule for the week is Monday through Friday at 7a.m., Satruday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. There is no morning mass on Saturday.

A Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes at the Bernadine Franciscan Sisters’ Motherhouse in Reading, is planned for Saturday, September 26. A bus will depart Sacred Heart Church at 6 a.m. and leave the Motherhouse at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $50 payable with your reservation which includes a continental breakfast upon arrival and lunch. Reservations can be made by calling Diane Skryzsowski at 654-6639, Kathy Bryk at 654-0790 before September 1.

An All Class Reunion for students, teachers, staff and friends of Seton Catholic, St. John the Evangelist High School and Grade School, and Pittston Central Catholic will be held on Friday, November 27 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the Woodlands, Inn and Resort Rt. 315 Wilkes Barre. Cost is $63 per person. Make checks payable to: Seton-St. John’s Reunion Fund, P.O. Box 373 Pittston, PA 18640. You can "sponsor" a former teacher by emailing their name to setonsaintjohn@aol.com.

A trip is planned onboard the new Celebrity cruise ship, Equinox from Sept. 22, 2010 to Oct. 7, 2010.We will fly to Rome, where we will board the ship and set sail for Greece, Israel, Sicily and Naples. We will return to Rome for a 2 day stay and then fly home. All ship cabins have balconies. The cost is $5300 per person. If you are interested or have questions, call the rectory at 654-3713.

Clean up following the picnic will take place today. Beginning at 7a.m. the stands will be taken down and the lumber will be put away. Kitchen, hall and garage clean up will take place on August 3, 4 and 5 starting at 9 a.m.

St. Anthony’s

Tuesday is the feast day of St. John Baptist Mary Vianney, the patron saint of all priests, especially those who are in parishes. In June, the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI has declared this year a special year for the Priest. Masses at St. St. Anthony of Padua Church will be celebrated at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Friday is the first Friday of the month. Masses will be celebrated at 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. with prayers in honor of Sacred Heart of Jesus. Confessions will be heard on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. and before Masses.

A special meeting will be held on Monday, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. Everyone is invited to attend and offer comments, suggestions and ideas for future social events of St. Anthony of Padua Christian Parish Community. The financial report of the bazaar will be presented.

The Mass Book for 2010 is available. If you wish to schedule a Mass, please come to the rectory, Monday thru Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Weekday Masses: Monday through Saturday at 7:00 a.m. Also on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday an additional Mass at 11:00 a.m.

Every Monday at 7:00 p.m. Mass with Novena prayers to the Miraculous Medal and Mother Cabrini. Confessions before Mass.

Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Mass with Novena prayers to St. Anthony of Padua. Confessions before Mass.

On Wednesday after the 7:00 & 11:00 a.m. Mass, Novena prayers to St. Joseph and St. Joseph Marello.

The Eucharistic Adoration is held every day from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. followed by the Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament.

Weekend Masses: on Saturday at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday at 7:30 & 10:30 a.m. and at 7:00 p.m. (the last Mass in the valley). The Rosary is recited 20 minutes before the weekend Masses. Confessions are heard on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and before Masses.

St. John the Evangelist Parish Community

All parents anticipating the Baptism of their first child must attend Baptismal instructions before scheduling the Baptism. Instruction is held in the parish center from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Couples are encouraged to attend anytime before the birth of their child. The next session will be held Tuesday, August 4. Call the parish office to register.

Religious education teachers and aides are needed for the upcoming school year. Please call Pat Marx in the parish office for more information. Training will be held on Tuesday, August 18 at 7 p.m.

The book study group will continue to meet in Monday evenings at 7 p.m. On Tuesday, August 10 the group will begin reading A Story of the Soul. For more information contact Pat Marx at 947-9462.

The children’s weekly bible story hour will not be held this Tuesday, August 4, but will continue Tuesday, August 11.

St. Mary’s Assumption School is now accepting registrations for the new school year. For more information call the school at 654-8313.

Volunteers are needed as kitchen workers and for booths at the annual bazaar, please call 654-0053 to volunteer. A books study group will meet weekly throughout the summer to discuss three books. The next meeting will be held this Monday, July 27 at 7 p.m. in the parish center dining room. for more information call Pat Marx 947-9462

St John’s Lutheran

If you are a Thrivent member contact Laurie Brogan or Pastor so we can make a complete the list.

Pastor Cole will hold a barbecue August 29 is for all young adults from college age up to 35 years young.

Please continue to make your donations to the Kid’s Closet held at the former Seton Catholic School.

Vacation Bible School August 3 to 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. Contact Marcia Colleran or Pastor.

Don’t Forget about the college football trip: Navy vs. Western Kentucky in Annapolis on September 26.

Pastor’s office is located in the Church’s Lower Level. Hours are Tuesday thru Friday 9 a.m. until noon. Call ahead to schedule a time to meet with him . Please note of schedule change. You can pray with the Pastor in the Church starting at 9:30 a.m.

We will be holding a dance as a fund raiser for bobby Drummond on August 28 at the Dupont Fire Hall.

We have a trip planned to Knobel’s for the youth of the Church on August 15. We will leave the church at 9 a.m. and should arrive back 8:30 p.m. We will caravan. Bring spending money and get ready for a good day.

There are Altar flower openings for August 16 and 30. Please leave a message for Rita Morgan if you are interested.

Acolyte schedule for the month of August: 9 Katelyn Colleran, 16 Justin Peterson, 23 Marissa Facciponti, 30 Joe Mersincavage.

August Altar Guild is Hazel Dennis and Jennifer Peterson. Alternate is Amy Saunders.

If you have any questions, comments or would like more information or maybe thinking about joining our Church Family please call 655-2505 and leave your name phone number and your message. Pastor Cole or a member of St. John’s will get back to you as soon as possible. Our E-Mail address is stjohnspittston@verizon.net

St. John’s P.M. Church

St. Maria Goretti

Summer Religious Bible Camp will be held from August 10 through the 14. This is a program which the children look forward to from year to year. There are forms in the foyer of the church for your convenience to register your child. Children ages 4-11 are welcome to attend. Registration fee is $10 per child. Volunteers are needed. Students and adults who wish to help out please call the parish office at 655-8956.

We are in need of teachers for CCD classes 6, 7 and 8 grades. Also substitutes and aides are needed for the school year. Please call 655-8956 to volunteer.

The Bus for the The Blue Army Shrine Bus Trip on August 13 will leave the parking lot at 8:30 p.m. For reservations call the parish office at 655-8956.

Saint Mary’s

The parish community of St. Mary’s and SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches has Eucharistic Adoration Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St. The public is welcome to come and spend some time in quiet reflection and meditation. For more information please call Eucharistic Adoration Coordinators Ken and Ann Francis at 457-8241, St. Mary’s Rectory at 457-3412, or SS. Peter and Paul’s Rectory at 457-2483.

St. Mary’s and SS. Peter and Paul’s Church religious education staff will meet Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St.

Members of St. Mary’s and SS. Peter and Paul’s Church joint liturgical ministries will meet Thursday, Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 715 Hawthorne St.

The parishioners of St. Mary’s Church will have their First Friday healing Mass August 7 at 7 p.m. at the church, 715 Hawthorne St. Come and receive the healing that only Christ can give.

St. Mary’s and SS. Peter and Paul’s Churches will have a combined parish pastoral council meeting Monday, Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. in the SS. Peter and Paul’s Church Auditorium, 1000 Main St.

St. Mary’s Church senior youth group, which is part of a youth ministry network that meets at St. Lawrence O’Toole Church, Old Forge, will participate in several upcoming events that your child will surely enjoy. If your child is interested in attending any of these events or for more information please call Kay Price at 504-4199 or Joann Wilbur at 457-9166: August 13 - McDade Park; August 14 - Catholic Underground; August 15 - Cosmic Bowling; August 17 - Hershey Park; and August 23 - potluck dinner. The group’s next meeting is Sunday, Aug. 16 from 7-10 p.m. at St. Lawrence O’Toole Church, 620 S. Main St., Old Forge. Teens in grades 9-12 are invited to attend.

Sister Jane O’Donnell, R.S.M., will present a seminar entitled “New Life Beyond Change” Tuesday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s School Auditorium, 742 Spring St. The seminar will focus on strategies for dealing with the feelings of grief, loss, and change that can accompany individuals as their parish moves through the consolidation process. The public is invited to attend.

Al-Anon, a support group offering hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics, meets Mondays at 7 p.m. in the basement meeting room of St. Mary’s Rectory, 715 Hawthorne St., and Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the basement meeting room of the Brick United Methodist Church, 935 Foote Ave., Duryea. Anyone who has been impacted by someone else’s drinking can find solutions that lead to serenity in the Al-Anon fellowship.

Anyone who is interested in renting St. Mary’s School for child care, parties, or other useful activities is invited to call the rectory at 457-3412 to learn more about this opportunity.

Daily Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 8 a.m., Wednesday at 7 p.m.

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church

8:00 a.m. service and 10:30 a.m. Service on Sundays; 5:00 p.m. Contemporary Service on Saturday; Vacation Bible School Evenings July 12-17

St. Rocco’s

Father Daniel Schwebs will now also be the administrator for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

Second Presbyterian

The Session of the Second Presbyterian Church announces the following schedule. Sunday, August 2 - 10 a.m. Worship; Tuesday, August 4 - 7 p.m. AA Meeting.

Trinity Episcopal

Sunday Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. Every Sunday. Holy days and weekdays as announced.

Food Pantry: August items needed include non-perishable lunch box items for kids.

Youth Program: 10:45 a.m. Every Sunday. Weekday special events and service projects as announced.

Faith forum for Adults: Enrichment for adults seeking spiritual renewal and opportunities for ministry and volunteerism.

First Saturdays Giant Neighborhood Yard Sales: Every First Saturday. 25 + Family Sale on Trinity Grounds. $10 Space. Reservations in advance only at 654-3261.

Party and Banquet Space: Newly renovated banquet room and kitchen. All Day Rental $100. Reservations at 654-3261.

United Methodist

Holy Communion: 1st Sunday each month Choir Rehearsal: Thursday’s at 7 p.m. unless told otherwise United Methodist Women: 2nd Monday of the month

The United Methodist Women’s Group is sponsoring a bus trip on Saturday, Nov. 28 to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse to see a fabulous Christmas Show. Price of the trip is $87 which includes bus, show & dinner. For reservations or additional information call 654-2310 or 654-8775.