The Annual Blessing of Animals will take place on Saturday, October 5th at NOON in front of Holy Spirit Church. The tradition, held at many churches, comes from St. Francis of Assisi (whose feast is October 4th). St. Francis realized that animals are an integral part of God’s plan and creation. This blessing is primarily for domestic animals. Dog and cats should be on leashes. Birds, rabbits and hamsters in cages. Perhaps you might want to discern whether your pet would be “comfortable” with other animals. Borough ordinances regarding disposal of animal waste will apply! As always, voluntary collection of pet food items will be welcomed and distributed to animal shelters and to our senior citizens for their personal pets.
All Saints Parish in Etna will be holding a Protecting God’s Children workshop on Saturday, October 5th, from 9 am-12:00 noon in the parish Activities Building. This workshop is mandatory for all volunteers and employees of the Diocese of Pittsburgh and it is also very highly recommended for parents, grandparents and all those who work with children. There is no cost to attend. To register, please call Anna at 412-781-0530.
Marian Goetz will hold an inquiry meeting at St. Bonaventure Parish Center on Saturday, October 5th at 2 PM for anyone who would like to learn more about the Catholic faith. This is for someone who is interested in joining the Catholic Church, has been baptized Catholic and has not re-ceived other sacraments of initiation, First Communion and/or Confirmation, for someone who was baptized in another faith and is considering becoming Catholic, for someone who has been away from the Catholic faith for a long time, and for someone who is practic-ing and would like a refresher on the teachings of the Church.
Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Join us Friday Evening October 11 at 7PM. A story of Hope and the Power of Prayer 81 minute film for all ages Our parish has the opportunity to experience the rosary like never before. Power In My Hands, featuring a 13 member all-star cast, conveys the timeless message of hope and the power of the Rosary in a way that speaks to the heart of modern viewers. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your life! Find out more about the film at powerinmyhandsthemovie.com. Don’t Miss Your Chance To See Power In My Hands! This film has captivated audiences worldwide and inspired people of all ages to encounter Jesus Christ through the rosary. This is a unique opportunity for our parish to come together and share in the beauty and power of this devotion. Join us and invite a friend! Refreshments will be provided.
SATURDAY, September 28, 2019 – 9AM Interested ladies are always welcome to join us to see if this service organization is is for you. We serve the poor, the needy, the sick, and the grieving in the Spirit of St. Vincent DePaul, in Simplicity, Charity and Humility. Some of the ladies will attend Mass at All Saints at 8am. A light breakfast will be served starting at 8:30 with the meeting starting at 9AM in the All Saints Activity Building. Hope to see some new faces! Thank you!
Sunday, September 22nd, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Holy Spirit Lyceum. Adults—$6.00, Children 6 to 12 years of age—$3.00. Children 5 and under—FREE. ALL ARE INVITED! The Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Hash Browns, Rolls, Fruit Cup, Danish & Donuts, Orange Juice, Coffee/Tea No reservations necessary. Sponsored by Holy Spirit Ushers.
Holy Spirit Parish has once again teamed up with the Shaler Area Cheerleaders. Saturday November 2, 2019 located in the Lyceum HSP and SAC will come together for this annual event. The profits raised will help SAC/HSP with their upcoming expenses. Tickets cost $20 each and only 500 tickets are being sold. Keep in mind that you do not have to be present to win over $5000 that will be given away during the event. Ticket includes prize money give away, dinner, setups and beer. Side raffles will take place throughout the event. Tickets can be purchased from your favorite Shaler Area Cheerleader, from the church office, after mass , emailing hspfundraiser@yahoo.com or they can be held at the door by submitting your purchase electronically by clicking on the article title.
October 19, 2019 at All Saints, Etna FEATURING Music by Jack Tady & Food by Father Miro & Helpers $15 per person Polka Mass at 4:00 P.M. Stuffed Cabbage Dinner 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. Dancing to follow dinner! BYOB - Beer Available for $1 Per Glass Mixers Available RSVP by October 9th to Mary Ann @ 412-487-2984 or call the Parish House @ 412-781-0530
The Grouping choirs are looking for additional choir members. The choirs are a fully volunteer, mixed voice ensemble open to all singers within our parish grouping. Our season runs from mid-September through mid-June. Currently both Holy Spirit and All Saints have individual choirs that help enhance the Sunday Masses. CLICK ON THE HEADING FOR MORE INFORMATION
The annual Holy Spirit Cash Raffle is this week. The raffle will be held on Saturday evening, Sept 14th as part of the Millvale Days celebration. Parishioner Tickets can be picked up in the back of the church. Tickets can also be purchased at the church office or after each mass at Holy Spirit. Tickets will be on sale at the CM booth on Grant Ave in Millvale in front of MediCap. Stop down and see us. Thank you for your patronage.
Does our Church database have YOUR family membership record correct? Here is your chance to update YOUR record for our annual Guide Book & Directory (if you haven’t already done so). It is time for us to update our database with any changes, additions, or deletions that may have occurred in your family over the past year. Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved, or are preparing to move soon? If you have not already in- formed the Church Office about changes to your record, please let us know now so that the information in the Guide Book & Directory is correct. Do you want your record published? If not, please notify the Church Office by 1/25/19. Normally, your name, address and phone number would appear in the Guide Book. If there are certain pieces that you would prefer not to appear in the book, please notify us by phone call, email, or stop by the Church Office by 1/25/19.
We are in the process of creating an annual Guide Book & Directory for the church, in which all 4 parishes of our grouping will be included. This book will contain everything pertinent to the churches: the various ministries, organizations, committees, activities, functions and events plus a complete directory of all members. This book is being provided and direct-mailed to each family at no cost to the churches, and it is being subsidized by local businesses that advertise. If you own or manage a busi- ness and would like to find out about advertising in our Grouping’s Guide Book, please call the Church Office by 1/25/19. Recent survey results by Guide Book Publishing show that 92.1% of families would rather patronize a Guide Book & Directory advertiser over a non-advertiser. It “will pay” to advertise in our new Guide Book & Directory.