The Catholic Community of Bradford

The Catholic Community of Bradford Rev. Raymond Gramata Pastor Rev. James Gutting Senior Associate 95 East Corydon Street P.O. Box 2394 Bradford, PA 16701-5394 Phone: (814) 362-6825 Website: www.stbernardcatholic.org Facebook: St Bernard of Clairvaux Bradford, PA January 23, 2022 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time St. Bernard of Clairvaux St. Francis of Assisi Our Mother of Perpetual Help (A Secondary Mission Church)

ST. BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX CHURCH JANUARY BRADFORD, 23, 2022 PA We have to ask ourselves, how would Jesus be received today, if He went back to His hometown to preach? How thick would be the media coverage? Would the headlines read: Local boy makes good or local boy is a flop? Would they interview Jesus and His mother? There would be a lot of questions and a lot of buzz. If you read the other passages surrounding this one, the townspeople were curious to see Jesus; mostly because of His new-found reputation. They wanted to see what this local boy could do for them. But to the amazement of the crowd and the media coverage He was a flop. The media was surprised that the crowd wanted to push Him over a cliff. We have to ask ourselves: Why was Jesus a flop in His own hometown? In the passage that we have heard, Jesus simply states, as it were, His platform for being; no mention of a revolt or overthrow; simply stated everything that possibly could be called positive. No hint of one-upmanship, no radical overthrow of government. Just simply love and compassion for the down-trodden. So why would the people not accept Jesus. Simply because they could not see the forest for the trees. Jesus grew up in the town, he played with their children and vice-versa. They saw Jesus as no different as their kids. What did the people say of Him: Where did He get all of this wisdom; is not Joseph, His father? In their eyes Jesus was just one of them - for He grew up with them. How do we see Jesus? Who or what does Jesus mean to us? Do we see Jesus only as some miracle worker, or do we see Him truly as the Anointed One, the Messiah, Son of God? We must not point a finger at the people of Nazareth, they are no better nor worse than we are sometimes. Like them, we cannot see the forest for the trees. As the scriptures states: Jesus could not work there because of their lack of faith. How many times in our life do we put our faith on the back-burner and do not see the hand of God in our life. As we hear Jesus said to them: Today this scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing. Even at this present moment as your read this monologue, this scripture passage continues to be fulfilled in our presence. God Bless, Fr. Ray COMMUNITY BLOOD BANK The Blood Bank will be available in the St. Bernard Gymnasium Monday, January 31st 12:00 Noon until 5:00 pm A NOTE FROM FR. RAY: St. Francis Parishioners: Thank you for meeting our CSA goal of $22,249. We actually have a surplus of $1,831 that we will be able to add to our daily operating account. St. Bernard Parishioners: Thank you for meeting our CSA goal of $34,619 and exceeding it by $9,323 which we will help us to begin some much-needed upgrades to St. Bernard gym. We are working on a new heating system presently and hope to upgrade the lighting and windows also. This summer we have plans for a new roof on the other part of the building. Final 2021 CSA pledge payments were due by the end of December. Any payments received going forward will be held for the 2022 Catholic Service Appeal which begins in February. Watch the bulletin for more information on Commitment Sunday! The Bradford Knights of Columbus Council #403 will be sponsoring a basketball Free Throw Competition from 1:00-3:00 pm at the St. Bernard's Rectory Gym on Sunday, January 30th. The competition is open to area boys and girls ages 9-14 as of January 1st. Registration will be held at the competition on January 30th. LAST WEEK S COLLECTIONS St. Bernard Needed Weekly: $ 5,249 January 16...$ 5,086 2021 SB CSA Assessment $ 34,619 SB 2021 CSA Collected $ 44,017 St. Francis of Assisi Needed Weekly: $ 3,561 January 16 $ 2,074 2021 SF CSA Assessment $ 22,249 SF 2021 CSA Collected $ 24,080 OUR PARISHES THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS

JANUARY 23, 2022 The Bradford Council #403 of the Knights of Columbus meet monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the parish office. Next meeting Feb 8, 2022 Call Mark Luciano at 368-5508 for more information. MARRIAGE MOMENTS Because we are humans, we have eyes, ears, hands, feet, and many other body parts. Ideally, they all work together. Is there any part of your body that sometimes gives you trouble? How might your beloved aid or comfort you? Ask. FAMILY LIFE In today s gospel Jesus was praised by all except at home in Nazareth where the eyes of all were intently on him. Acceptance can be hard to find at home due to unreal EX- PECTATIONS. Jesus challenges us to proclaim liberty to anyone oppressed or captive by our EXPECTATIONS. 2021 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REQUEST FORMS for a 2021 Financial printout for tax purposes can be found in the back of the Church. Return them to the Parish Office or in the Sunday collection. Help Spread the Faith Today we take up the collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your support helps CCC engage and build Catholic communities in the United States and around the world using the internet, television, radio, and print media. Half the funds we collect remain here at St. Bernard, St Francis and OMPH to support local efforts. Be a part of this campaign to spread the Gospel message. Support the collection today! To learn more, visit www.usccb.org/ccc. SUPPORT YOUR BULLETIN Your bulletin is paid for by our advertisers on the back page. Please consider purchasing an ad through LPi for you business. Contact Servaas Verbiest at sverbiest@4lpi.com or 1-800-477-4574 x6630 for more information. CHRISTOPHER MARTINI, ESQ. FAMILY, CIVIL & CRIMINAL LAW PLEASE GIVE THEM YOUR SUPPORT!

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JANUARY 23, 2022 BULLETIN INFORMATION MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING BY NOON ON FRIDAY 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO BULLETIN DATE. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES REP classes for grades 1-7 will meet on January 30th from 11:00 am to 12:15 pm. REP classes for grades 8-11 will meet on January 23rd from 5:45 pm to 7:15 pm. PASTORAL STAFF: Rev. Raymond C. Gramata, Pastor Rev. James Gutting, Senior Associate LIVE STREAMING SUNDAY 10 AM: https://youtube.com/channel/ UCEFoz8SzV_JtZ8c8zT5fspw OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Friday: 8 am to 4 pm Wendy Thomson, Office Manager Lisa Kuret, Administrative Assistant MASS SCHEDULE: Please consult bulletin CONFESSIONS: St. Bernard Saturdays from 3:15 to 3:45 pm before 4:00 mass, Thursday before First Friday from 4:30 to 5 pm St. Francis After 9 am mass on Saturdays Private appointments may be made by calling the Parish Office (3626825). REP Coordinator: Kim VanHorn Students not attending Catholic school should be enrolled in REP programs. The Bradford Catholic Community Religious Education program meets as follows: Grades 17, 11:00 am every other Sunday morning at St. Bernard in Fr. Leo Gallina Social Center Grades 8, 9, 10 & 11(Confirmation), 5:45 pm every other Sunday evening at Fr. Leo Gallina Social Center For more info call the parish office 3626825 MEMBERSHIP: All Baptized Catholics should be registered, practicing and supporting members of a Parish. Only properly registered members appear on our parish list and are eligible to receive the benefits of parish membership for sacraments. Each parishioner is called upon to practice good stewardship of time, talent and treasure. If you are not currently receiving envelopes, you may not be registered. Call the Parish Office we would love to meet you! MARRIAGE: Couples need to contact a priest at least six months before their wedding. Registered and active participation needs to be considered before marriage. We welcome all inquiries about the Catholic faith. This RCIA process begins in the fall of the year. Please call the Parish Office for further information. PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: Please call the Parish Office to request the Sacrament of the Sick for family members who are seriously ill. Communion for the sick is taken to the hospital, nursing homes, and the homebound on a regular basis. BAPTISM: Both parents must attend the Pre Baptism Preparation Program. Please call the St. Bernard Parish Office for dates and times of upcoming class. Baptisms are scheduled after completing the program. Call the Parish Office to schedule the class and baptism. Godparents must be at least 16, confirmed and active, registered members of their parish. Liturgical Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors Organist St. Bernard Rita Bennardi Organist St. Francis Michael Hicks Resurrection Choir Joan Raabe God s Housekeepers Parish Office Liturgy Fr. Raymond C. Gramata Parish Community Parish Council Fr. Raymond Gramata Catholic Women s Club Teri Everett Rosary Altar Society Telephone Prayer Chain Natalie Marasco (5985565) Cover photos of churches by LongArt Photography

Monday, Jan 24 SB 8:00 am Marlene & Jim Ericson (Mary Ann Satterwhite) SF 9:00 am Ellen Costello (Rita Costello) Tuesday, Jan 25 SF 9:00 am Adolph Verolini (Rita Verolini Estate) Wednesday, Jan 26 SB 8:00 am Andrew Hilfirty (Family) Thursday, Jan 27 SB 8:00 am Cyril & Geraldine Merkt (Paul & Martha Rogus) SF 9:00 am Parishioners Jan 28 SB 8:00 am In Honor of Sean Kramer (Joshua & Jessica Kramer) Saturday, Jan 29 SF 9:00 am Walter Dougoveto (Ruby Morris) SB 4:00 pm Louis Pupo (Bill & Deb Taylor) Sunday, Jan 30 SF 8:00 am Pat & Mike Pehonsky (Pehonsky Family) SB 10:00 am Mike McAndrew (St Bernard Choir) OM 11:30 am Benedict & Langianese Families (Bill & Karen Benedict) (Weekly confessions: Saturdays after 9 am St. Francis Mass and at 3:15 pm before 4:00 pm St. Bernard Mass) MINISTER SCHEDULE FOR MASSES JAN 29-30 Saturday: SB 4:00 pm Lector: Tammy Black EM: Volunteer Servers: Bella Davidson / Laryssa Webster Sunday: SF 8:00 am Lector: Craig Cuthbertson EM: Deb Woodley Servers: Samantha Soyke SB 10:00 am Lector: Patti Kane EM: Volunteer Servers: Daniel Marasco / Caleb McAndrew OM 11:30 am Lector: Mike Kozminski EM: Dawn Kozminski Servers: Jacob Hannah PRAYER REQUESTS FOR PRIESTS Please Pray for the Following Priests Sun, Jan 23 Rev. Msgr. Bernard J. Urbaniak Mon, Jan 24 - Rev. Richard J. Toohey Tues, Jan 25 - Rev. Msgr. Gerald J. Koos Wed, Jan 26 - Rev. Casimir J. Wozniak Thurs, Jan 27 - Rev. David J. Wilson Fri, Jan 28 - Rev. Joseph P. Staszewski Sat, Jan 29 - Rev. James Power Readings for the week of January 23, 2022 Sunday: Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15/ 1 Cor 12:12-30 or 12:12-14, 27/Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21 Monday: 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10/Ps 89:20, 21-22, 25-26/ Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22/Ps 117: 1bc, 2/ Mk 16:15-18 Wednesday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Ps 89: 4-5, 27-28, 29-30/Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: 2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29/Ps 132:1-2, 3-5, 11, 12, 13-14/Mk 4:21-25 Friday: 2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17/Ps 51:3-4, 5-6a, 6bcd-7, 10-11/Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17/Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, 16-17/Mk 4:35-41 Next Sunday: Jer 1:4-5, 17-19/Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15-17 [cf. 15ab]/1 Cor 12:31 13:13 or 13:4-13/ Lk 4:21-30 Thomas Ackley, Virgil Anderson, Arnold Family, Mary Beth Behan, Theresa Bond, Barbara Boser, Bonnie Buccolini, Gigi Carroll, Dominic Frank Cavallero, Annie Champagne, Gerry Cierpilowski, Dick Clark, Melissa Cox, Billie Cummins, Paul & Marianne Curcio, Charlotte Cuthbertson, Denise Douthit, Richard Douthit, Alliyson Feldman, Stepheny Franco, Pat Geary, Chip Giordano, Pat Girard, Paul Hamer, Jill Henry, Lynn Hogue, Craig Johnson, Lilly Keesler, Judy Keenan, Mary Keesler, James Kibby, Bill Kline, Craig Kloss, Mason LaBrozzi, Shirley Lerch, Elizabeth Lindemuth, Don Long, Paula Louk, Jude Luke, Anita Magnetti, Chester Meyer, Mariana Militelo, Joe Monago, Lou Monti, Lorraine Mueller, Fran Nickel, Mary O Connell, Pete Palumbo, John Pockey, Dan Popiel, Courtney Prentiss, Mary Rae, Angela Rimer, Steve Schmidt, Judy Signor, Steve Skaggs, Eileen Smith, Hailey Smith, Alex Tingley, Philip Weese & Family, Matthew Whelan, Beckett Whitney, Corrine Wilson, Donna Whitford, Christine Yeager, Ron Yeager, Lisa Zurat & those affected by Covid-19. May they be strengthened by the healing presence of God s Spirit.

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