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THE CATHOLIC PARISHES of
Saint Joseph · Saint Juan Diego
Saint Padre Pio · Saint Scholastica
June 13, 2021
Saint Joseph Parish ADMINISTRATIVE
342 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215 STAFF
412-963-8885 | Fax: 412-963-1945
Rosemarie Haas Saint Juan Diego Parish
Saint Juan Diego Parish saintjuandiegopgh@comcast.net
201 9th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15215 412-784-8700
412-784-8700 | Fax: 412-781-1101
LaVerne Manes Safe Environment Coordinator
Saint Padre Pio Parish safeenvironment@saintscholastica.com
450 Walnut Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-781-0186 x11
412-828-4066
Lori McKinniss Business Manager/Bookkeeper
Saint Scholastica Parish
bmgr@stjosephohara.com
309 Brilliant Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
412-963-8885 x303
Phone: 412-781-0186 | Fax: 412-781-4316
Kathi Sterling Saint Joseph Parish
parishoffice@stjosephohara.com
CLERGY 412-963-8885 x306
Fr. Dale DeNinno Pastor/Administrator Debbie VanDemark Saint Scholastica Parish
412-963-8885 x 304 parish@saintscholastica.com
Fr. Michael Decewicz Parochial Vicar 412-781-0186
412-784-8700 Marilyn Welsh Saint Padre Pio Parish
sted-fran@verizon.net
Fr. William Siple Parochial Vicar 412-828-4066
412-781-0186
Deacon Robert Wertz, Jr.
412-784-8700 SAINT JOSEPH PRESCHOOL
Fr. Dozie Egbe In Residence
Nancy Whistler Director
Fr. Hyeong Cheol Lee In Residence 412-963-8885 x302
Fr. John Mark Ogu In Residence
Terri Weir Administrative Assistant
terri@stjosephohara.com
FAITH FORMATION & 412-963-8885 x302
YOUTH MINISTRY
Sara Octave Director of Faith Formation
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
ccd@stjosephohara.com George Cavlovich Saint Joseph Parish
412-963-8885 x301
Jerry Auen, Scott Auen, Saint Juan Diego Parish
Andrew Bechman Adult Faith Formation Franco Ferraro
andybechman@saintscholastica.com and Henry Sacco
412-781-0186 x18
Todd Daigneau Saint Padre Pio Parish
Meredith Troyan Coordinator of Youth Ministry
meredithtroyan@saintscholastica.com Bruce Hassing Saint Scholastica Parish
412-781-0186 x20 and Calvin Brookins
Website: www.LAVCatholic.or g
MUSIC MINISTRY Diocesan Victim Assistance Hotline: 1-888-808-1235
Virginia Ambrose PA Child Line: 1-800-932-0313
ginnyambrose@saintscholastica.com
412-781-0186 x17 To watch our weekend Mass and other devotions online go to
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412-651-2067 Lower Allegheny Valley Catholic Community
SAINT JOSEPH PARISH SAINT PADRE PIO PARISH
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SATURDAY June 12—11 Sunday in Ordinary Time SUNDAY June 13—11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:00 pm † Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Kizior (Joseph Kizior) Saint Francis of Assisi Church
SUNDAY June 13—11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am † John J. Jesih (Grace Jesih & Family)
9:00 am † Alexander Fallon (Family) Saint Edward Church
11:00 am † Carmen Fusca (Antoinette Riga-White) 10:00 am † Pamela Miele (Family)
MONDAY June 14—Weekday in Ordinary Time THURSDAY June 17—Weekday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am † Annette Pontier (Sam & Susan Pontier) Saint Edward Church
TUESDAY June 15—Weekday in Ordinary Time 9:00 am † George Wachter (Sis Wachter )
8:00 am No Intention FRIDAY June 18—Weekday in Ordinary Time
WEDNESDAY June 16—Weekday in Ordinary Time Saint Edward Church
8:00 am No Intention 9:00 am The people of Saint Padre Pio Parish
THURSDAY June 17—Weekday in Ordinary Time SATURDAY June 19—Weekday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am No Intention Saint Edward Church
9:00 am † Joe Wachter (Daughters)
FRIDAY June 18—Weekday in Ordinary Time
8:00 am The people of Saint Joseph Parish SUNDAY June 20—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint Francis of Assisi Church
SATURDAY June 19—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am † Kevin Milan (Family)
4:00 pm † Jeff Marmarella (Family)
Saint Edward Church
SUNDAY June 20—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10:00 am † Audrey Friel (Jack Friel)
9:00 am † Dr. F. Bryan Kennedy (The Kennedy Family)
11:00 am † Charles VanDyke (Cathy & Ed Onderick)
SAINT SCHOLASTICA PARISH
SAINT JUAN DIEGO PARISH SATURDAY June 12—11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
th 5:00 pm † Mary Jo Romano (Robert & Joanne Saunders)
SATURDAY June 12—11 Sunday in Ordinary Time
Madonna Church SUNDAY June 13—11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 pm † Sylvia Kelly (Mary & Jim) 9:30 am † Jean Eckert (Husband)
SUNDAY June 13—11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 12:00 Noon † Josephine & Arthur Bonessa (Family)
Saint Mary Church MONDAY June 14—Weekday in Ordinary Time
11:30 am † Berniece (Hoover) Fleissner 10:00 am The people of Saint Scholastica Parish
(The Price & Fleissner Families)
TUESDAY June 15—Weekday in Ordinary Time
MONDAY June 14—Weekday in Ordinary Time 10:00 am † Helen Kennedy (Family)
Madonna Church
10:00 am † Joann Subasic (Husband, Bob, & Family) WEDNESDAY June 16—Weekday in Ordinary Time
10:00 am † Peg DiPasquale (The Saunders Family)
TUESDAY June 15—Weekday in Ordinary Time
Madonna Church THURSDAY June 17—Weekday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am † Anthony Bruno (Cousin, Mary Ann) 10:00 am † Stanley Marsico, birthday (Tish Marsico)
WEDNESDAY June 16—Weekday in Ordinary Time FRIDAY June 18—Weekday in Ordinary Time
Madonna Church 10:00 am † William C. Bellin (Lena Cucio)
9:00 am † Mary Tomanio SATURDAY June 19—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
(Christian Mothers and Rosary Society) 5:00 pm † William Saunders, birthday (Lonie Brice)
SATURDAY June 19—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time SUNDAY June 20—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Madonna Church 9:30 am † Dolores Rueger
4:30 pm † John & Virginia Sacco (Family) (Mr. & Mrs. Gerard E. Werries & Family)
SUNDAY June 20—12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 12:00 Noon The people of Saint Scholastica Parish
Saint Mary Church
11:30 am † Raffaele Russano
(Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Raffaele Russano)
TABERNACLE VIGIL CANDLE
Week of June 13
REST IN PEACE Saint Scholastica: For the students and faculty of CDTCA
(Kathleen McAndrews)
Saint Pio: Sandra L. Mulley May 26, 2021
DAILY MASSES WEEK OF JUNE 14
8:00 am Saint Joseph Church Fr. Mike Decewicz SACRAMENTS and MORE
Monday through Friday
9:00 am Madonna of Jerusalem Church Fr. Dale DeNinno Baptisms: Celebrated during any of the weekend liturgies or
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday after the last Sunday liturgy (11:00am at Saint Joseph, 11:30am
Saint Edward Church at Saint Mary, 12:00pm at Saint Scholastica). First time parents
Thursday, Friday, Saturday must complete a baptism preparation class. Contact the parish
10:00 am Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Bill Siple
office of the appropriate church for details.
Monday through Friday Weddings: Celebrated at 2:00pm on Saturdays. Contact the
parish office of the appropriate church at least six months before
SATURDAY VIGIL MASSES—JUNE 19 the desired date.
4:00 pm Saint Joseph Church Fr. Bill Siple
Funerals: Offered at 10:00am, Monday through Saturday.
4:30 pm Madonna of Jerusalem Church Fr. Dale DeNinno
Anointing of the Sick: Please contact the appropriate parish
5:00 pm Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
office.
SUNDAY MASSES—JUNE 20 Sacrament of Reconciliation: See the bulletin schedule for
8:00 am Saint Francis of Assisi Church Fr. Mike Decewicz times and locations.
9:00 am Saint Joseph Church Fr. Bill Siple Mass Intentions: Offered at each Mass for deceased loved
9:30 am Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Dale DeNinno ones or for other special intentions. Please call the parish office
10:00 am Saint Edward Church Fr. Mike Decewicz to schedule.
11:00 am Saint Joseph Church Fr. Bill Siple Family Faith Formation: Offered for grades K-8 on Sunday
11:00 am Saint John Cantius Church Fr. Lee (Korean Mass) afternoons and Wednesday evenings at Saint Joseph Church,
11:30 am Saint Mary Church Fr. Dale DeNinno September through April. Contact the Faith Formation Office at
412-963-8885 for details or to register.
12:00 noon Saint Scholastica Church Fr. Mike Decewicz
Volunteer Opportunities: All parishioners are encouraged
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION to contribute their time and talents to the church. We have
Every Saturday opportunities to serve at Mass as lectors, Extraordinary
9:30-10:00 am Saint Edward Church Ministers of Communion, ushers, music ministers and altar
servers. Please contact the parish office for information on all
11:30-12:00 noon Saint Joseph Church our volunteer opportunities. All staff and volunteers in the
3:30-4:00 pm Madonna of Jerusalem Church Diocese of Pittsburgh are required to obtain clearances and
Every Thursday training to comply with the Safe Environment Policy. See
6:30-7:00 pm Saint Scholastica Church diopitt.org/compliance or contact the parish office for details.
Membership: To register at one of the Lower Allegheny Valley
Catholic parishes, update your contact information, or let us
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEK know if you or a family member is homebound or has moved to
Sunday—June 13 a nursing home, please use the form at the end of this bulletin or
Ezekiel 17:22-24 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 Mark 4:26-34 contact the appropriate parish office.
Monday—June 14
2 Corinthians 6:1-10 Matthew 5:38-42
Tuesday—June 15
2 Corinthians 8:1-9 Matthew 5:43-48
Wednesday—June 16
2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday—June 17 Collection for June 5 & 6:
2 Corinthians 11:1-11 Matthew 6:7-15
Saint Joseph Parish: $10,256
Friday—June 18 Needed each week: $10,500
2 Corinthians 11:18, 21-30 Matthew 6:19-23
Saint Juan Diego Parish: $3,935
Saturday—June 19 Needed each week: $7,550
2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Matthew 6:24-34
Sunday—June 20 Saint Padre Pio Parish: $3,435
Job 38:1, 8-11 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 Mark 4:35-41 Needed each week: $6,950
Saint Scholastica Parish: $6,506
Needed each week: $7,950
Dear Parishioners, --------------------------------------
We've come a long way since the initiation of the
FOR PURPOSES OF PLANNING FOR THE
Lower Allegheny Valley grouping of parishes in
“NEW PARISH” SOCIAL
October of 2018, but it has not been without a few
bumps in the road. Nonetheless, we have persevered
Please return this form in the mail to
and with mutual encouragement we have arrived at a
342 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
time and place where now we can speak of Christ the
or place it in a sealed envelope
King Parish, compr ised of the six chur ches of Saint
marked “New Parish Social”
Edward in Blawnox, Saint Francis of Assisi in Harmar,
and drop it in the collection basket
Saint Joseph in O'Hara, Madonna of Jerusalem & Saint
at Mass no later than June 27, 2021.
Mary in Sharpsburg, and Saint Scholastica in
Aspinwall.
Yes, I/we will be in attendance at the Prayer Service
While we will always honor the various patron and Social to mark the official beginning of Christ the
saints of the individual churches, going forward we King Parish to be held on Thur sday evening - July
will now speak of a new and much larger parish 1, 2021, starting at 7:00 pm in Saint Joseph Church.
community of faith under the title of Christ the King.
Like so many other changes, it will take some time Family Name ____________________________
getting accustomed to the new name. But the name
comes easily to the lips and is easier still to remember. Number in Attendance _____________________
I believe that Bishop Zubik has honored our new
parish community in deciding upon such a prominent --------------------------------------
and powerful sacred name by which we will be known.
Without discounting the other four names that were on
our list of five that were presented for the Bishop’s Residence in Retirement: With the agr eement of Fr .
consideration (Saint John the A postle, Christ the Dale DeNinno and the permission of Bishop David
Servant, Saint Dominic and Saint Bruno), the name Zubik, Father Mike Decewicz will take up residence in
chosen for us recognizes who Jesus Christ is and His the former rectory of Saint Francis of Assisi Church in
centrality in our lives. John, Dominic and Bruno would Harmar. In retirement he will dedicate his time and
energy to the work of the Addiction Recovery Ministry
certainly have seen themselves as Servants of Christ
and use the facilities of the church and social hall to
and honored Him as King.
extend spiritual and educational support, along with
One of the things that changes with the AA meetings for those who are working on sobriety.
establishment of a “new parish with a new name” is FYI: This arrangement will NOT interfere with the
our banking. Beginning on July 1, 2021 Christ the Sunday morning 8:00 o'clock Mass in Saint Francis of
King Parish will use the ser vices of Fir st Assisi Church. That will continue.
Commonwealth. Everyone will also have to get into Parish Share Program donations ser ve to suppor t
the new habit of making your regular parish donation the administrative work of the Diocese of Pittsburgh
checks payable to: Christ the King Parish. It will and help in their charitable outreach to those in need.
probably take some time to break the old habit and As you know, when a parish exceeds their yearly
begin a new one. assessed goal, the extra money is available for projects
Dear sisters and brothers, may God look kindly at the local scene. For example, a new sidewalk was
upon us as we move forward together in faith, hope recently installed behind Saint Scholastica Church
and love. which will make access to the offices much easier and
safer. The cost of the sidewalk was paid for with
excess Parish Share Program donations that were
contributed in 2020. Thank you to everyone who so
generously shares of their treasure.
LAV
PARISH NEWS
Missionary Cooperation Plan for 2021: The second
collection for the Sisters of Charity and their mission work
in Ecuador and South Korea will be taken this weekend,
June 12-13. The Sisters of Charity were founded by Saint
Elizabeth Ann Seton. Their motherhouse is located in Heavenly Father,
Greensburg. our hearts are open to you
Coming Back to Mass: Following the advice of local, as we discover the mystery of your love
state and federal guidelines as provided by the Center for at work in our lives.
Disease Control (CDC), Bishop Zubik has directed that our Help us to rediscover each day
churches may be open at 100% capacity. In addition,
effective immediately, wearing masks indoors is no longer the power of that same love
required in church for those who have been fully vaccinated. through the sacred gift of our Catholic faith.
Please God, keep us healthy and safe as we return to worship
and the celebration of Mass.
Jesus our Lord,
Virtual Parish Assembly: The diocese has r equir ed that
in baptism we connect our lives with you
parish groupings present information relevant to the merger
of parishes. A thorough and creative virtual parish assembly as disciples.
has been prepared and is available for your viewing at: Help us to reconnect each day
LAVCatholic.org. It is 43 minutes in length and is well and allow our faith life
worth your time. With music, pictorial imagery and the
spoken word, you are given the opportunity to rediscover … to be nourished by your Word and Sacrament
to reconnect … and to recommit to all that it will mean through the prayer
for four parishes to come together as ONE. of our weekly attendance at Mass.
The Men's Shelter is in need of sever al items for their
evening meal on Saturday, June 26. Please help the homeless Holy Spirit,
by providing a portion of their meal. Sign up today at
LAVCatholic.org/shelter. breathe into us faith, hope and love
Saint Francis of Assisi Church: As we join together in as we commit ourselves
our new parish, we are interested in learning more about the to a new and bold Pentecost.
history of Saint Francis Parish. If any parishioners have Help us to recommit each day
documents that might shed light on this history, please
through our energy and resources
contact andybechman@saintscholastica.com.
A Memorial Mass will be held for J oe Zabor owski on to the life of our parish community.
Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 10:30 am in Saint Mary Church.
All are welcome. Give us the grace
to rediscover,
to reconnect
and to recommit
to all that is good and holy.
You are God forever and ever.
Amen.
Around the Diocese . . .
CHRIST THE KING PARISH Widowed, Divorced, Separated? The loss of a
spouse through death, divorce, or separation is a
traumatic experience. The Beginning
CAMP HELPING HAND Experience© Pittsburgh Lay Apostolate will
host a 1-day seminar, Coping with Life
GRADES 5-8 Alone—In the Beginning Program, intended to
help widowed, divorced, or separated men and
JULY 6-9 * 9AM-2PM women work through their grief and begin to
move forward on their life journey. Join us
Saturday, July 10, from 8:45am–4:00pm. Fee
SAINT JOSEPH CHURCH PAVILION is $30.00 (lunch included). Location: Martina
Spiritual Renewal Center, 5244 Clarwin Ave,
342 Dorseyville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15215 West View, PA 15229. Register by July 1 at
www.BeginningExperiencePittsburgh.com or
We will work with local organizations to help those in need. call to Rob at 412-584-5575 or Mary at 412-
*Baking cookies for Family House. 523-2405.
*Planting flowers at the Veterans Place Bethany Retreat Center in Fr enchville, PA,
*Cleaning up Church grounds is a quiet and peaceful place to rest, renew and
be recreated for those seeking a deeper
*Helping Parishioners in need relationship with God. Bethany offers a wide
variety of directed retreats that include:
Register by June 28th * $25 Registration Fee Centering Prayer, Health and Wellness, Grief
Please return registration to: Recovery and more. They also offer Personal
Retreats where you can get away from the
Meredith Troyan cares of everyday life and focus on your faith
309 Brilliant Avenue Aspinwall, PA 15215 journey. To learn more visit their website at
Or email mtroyan412@gmail.com www.bethanyretreatcenter.org or call 814-263-
4855. “God is Spoken Here.”
******************************************** Walking with Moms in Need is a time of
Child’s Name____________________________________________ service in which Catholic parishes and
communities support local pregnancy centers
Child’s Grade____________ and offer resources to pregnant and parenting
women in need. For more information go to
Parent Name_____________________________________________ walkingwithmoms.com.
Parent Phone Number______________________________________
Parent Email Address______________________________________
Membership Form Check One:
Name:
New Registration
Address: Change of Address
Moving out of Parish
Requesting Envelopes
City: Zip:
Phone: Email:
ADDICTION RECOVERY MINISTRY NEWS
412-218-5410 rhaasarm@gmail.com
addictionrecoveryministrypittsburgh.org
Facebook: Addiction Recovery Ministry Pittsburgh
Dear Friends,
Members of our community who ar e in need of shor t As I prepare to begin my retirement from parochial
-term assistance can contact the LAV Saint Vincent de ministry, I want to take this opportunity to express my
Paul Society at loweralleghenyvalleysvdp@gmail.com gratitude to all of you for your support and prayers, not just
or 412-254-4446. for me, but also for the Addiction Recovery Ministry.
The Aspinwall Homeless Ministry is not currently Although I am retiring from parochial ministry, I
accepting donations of clothing. However, they are very will continue my work with the Addiction Recovery
much in need of non-perishable food items such as Ministry. I am so grateful for this opportunity to befriend
powdered or shelf-stable milk; soup (both condensed and minister to those suffering with a substance abuse
and ready to serve, especially beef or vegetable); and disorder, those in recovery, and their loved ones and friends.
jelly or jam. Please leave donations in plastic bags in the This ministry allows me to “give back” what I have received
gray bins at the Saint Scholastica church entrance. during my own struggle with alcohol and subsequent
Donations of Giant Eagle gift cards are gratefully recovery.
accepted. They can be brought to the Saint Scholastica Upon retirement, I will be residing at the St. Francis
parish office. of Assisi rectory in Harmar and Addiction Recovery
The St. Vincent de Paul food pantry is r equesting Ministry will assume the St. Francis site as its center. There
donations of paper towels, tissues, and small packages will be 12-step meetings, grief support, ongoing
of cookies. Donations can be placed in the following opportunities for spiritual enrichment and continuing
Church entrances: education.
Saint Edward Church and Saint Francis Church I want to take this opportunity to thank Father Dale
Saint Joseph Church (Please leave donations in the for his heartfelt support, encouragement, and prayers. Also
drawer in the vestibule.) “The Campaign for The Church Alive” for their grants,
Saint Scholastica Church (Please put donations in the which have made this ministry possible.
red collection bin.) May we always continue to pray for each other.
Clothing Donations: The St. Vincent DePaul Society is Peace,
accepting donations at the clothing collection bin in the
back parking lot of Saint Francis Church. Father Michael
The LAV parishes provide a hot meal for the
women’s shelter at Bethlehem Haven on the first A.R.M. is collaborating with the Light of Life Rescue
Sunday of each month and the men’s shelter at Mission to pr ovide a monthly bagged lunch for their
Community House on the fourth Saturday of each
guests. Items needed for the Light of Life lunches include
month. For details on how you can participate in this
ministry, go to lavcatholic.org/homeless-ministry. juice boxes or individual powder packets, small bags of
chips, tuna salad/chicken salad/ham salad with crackers in a
Stamp Out Hunger is occur r ing vir tually this year . box, fruit cups, big bags of candy or candy bars.
To donate, go to https://secure.qgiv.com/event/
staouhun202/. Click on “Donate Now” and “Select a Please drop donations at the John Paul I Center or contact
Pantry” to donate to St. Vincent de Paul of Sharpsburg. Rosemarie at 412-784-8700.
The post office currently has plans to do a food drive in The OTHER Serenity Prayer: God, gr ant me the
the fall. Thank you for your support! serenity to stop beating myself up for not doing things
Remember to check those expiration dates! All of perfectly, the courage to forgive myself because I’m
our local charities greatly appreciate your donations of working on doing better, and the wisdom to know that you
non-perishable foods. Before you donate, please take a already love me just the way I am.
moment to check the expiration dates. Charities cannot
accept expired food items.
The Gloria First Reading: Ezekiel 17:22-24
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth Thus says the Lord GOD:
peace to people of good will. I, too, will take from the crest of the cedar,
We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, from its topmost branches tear off a tender shoot,
we glorify you, we give you thanks for your and plant it on a high and lofty mountain;
great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God on the mountain heights of Israel I will plant it.
almighty Father. It shall put forth branches and bear fruit,
and become a majestic cedar.
Lord Jesus Christ, Only-begotten Son, Lord
Birds of every kind shall dwell beneath it,
God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you
every winged thing in the shade of its boughs.
take away the sins of the world, have mercy
And all the trees of the field shall know
on us. You take away the sins of the world,
that I, the LORD,
receive our prayer. You are seated at the right
bring low the high tree,
hand of the Father, have mercy on us.
lift high the lowly tree,
For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are wither up the green tree,
the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus and make the withered tree bloom.
Christ, with the Holy Spirit in the glory of As I, the LORD, have spoken, so will I do.
God the Father.
Responsorial Psalm
Amen.
Lord, it is good to give thanks to you.
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10
The Nicene Creed Brothers and sisters:
I believe in one God, the Father almighty, We are always courageous,
maker of heaven and earth, of all things although we know that while we are at home in the body
visible and invisible. we are away from the Lord,
I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only for we walk by faith, not by sight.
Begotten Son of God, born of the Father Yet we are courageous,
before all ages. God from God, Light from and we would rather leave the body and go home to the Lord.
Light, true God from true God, begotten, not Therefore, we aspire to please him,
made, consubstantial with the Father; through whether we are at home or away.
him all things were made. For us men and for For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ,
our salvation he came down from heaven, so that each may receive recompense,
according to what he did in the body, whether good or evil.
[Bow] and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate
of the Virgin Mary, and became man. Gospel: Mark 4:26-34
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Jesus said to the crowds:
Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and “This is how it is with the kingdom of God; it is as if a man were to
rose again on the third day in accordance with scatter seed on the land and would sleep and rise night and day and
the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is through it all the seed would sprout and grow, he knows not how. Of its
seated at the right hand of the Father. He will own accord the land yields fruit, first the blade, then the ear, then the full
come again in glory to judge the living and grain in the ear. And when the grain is ripe, he wields the sickle at once,
the dead and his kingdom will have no end. for the harvest has come.”
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver He said, “To what shall we compare the kingdom of God, or what
of life, who proceeds from the Father and the parable can we use for it? It is like a mustard seed that, when it is sown
Son, who with the Father and the Son is in the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on the earth. But once it is
adored and glorified, who has spoken through sown, it springs up and becomes the largest of plants and puts forth large
the prophets. branches, so that the birds of the sky can dwell in its shade.” With many
such parables he spoke the word to them as they were able to understand
I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic
it. Without parables he did not speak to them, but to his own disciples he
Church. I confess one Baptism for the
explained everything in private.
forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the
resurrection of the dead and the life of the
world to come.
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