Holy Name of Jesus. Roman Catholic Church Allentown Boulevard Harrisburg, PA March 25, 2018 Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion

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1 Holy Name of Jesus March 25, 2018 Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion Roman Catholic Church 6150 Allentown Boulevard Harrisburg, PA PASTORAL STAFF Very Rev. Edward J. Quinlan Pastor Reverend Michael G. Metzgar Parochial Vicar Deacon Joseph J. Wrabel Permanent Deacon Deacon Jerome T. Foerster Permanent Deacon MASSES Weekends: Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:00 noon, 6:00 p.m. Weekdays: (Weekday schedule subject to change - please see inside bulletin) Mon-Thu.6:30 a.m., 8:00 a.m. Friday..6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. CONFESSIONS Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. PALM SUNDAY OF THE LORD S PASSION This liturgy contains a huge contrast. We began with the Triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. We joined the crowds in proclaiming, Hosanna. We marched into the Church singing All Glory Praise and Honor, and then, suddenly, the mood darkens. We see the priest take off the white cloak and put on red vestments. We heard the reading about the suffering servant. We heard how Christ emptied himself, accepting death on a cross. And then we proclaimed the Passion. We really are thrown by the liturgy. Is this a triumphal celebration or a remembrance of the Cross? The Church catches this contrast even in its naming of the day. It is no longer just Palm Sunday. Nor is it Passion Sunday. No, the proper name of today s celebration is Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion. Today, exaltation and suffering are intertwined. We have many choices in life. The most important of these is our decision to accept Jesus Christ. But accepting the Lord means being united to him both in his glory and in his passion. Accepting the Lord means being united to him in the joyful times of our lives and through the challenges of our lives. We celebrate Holy Week this week. The holiest week of the year is given to us to remember the past and allow it to be a reality in our present. And so we approach the sacrament of penance if we have not already done so during Lent, and we ask forgiveness for the times we have turned from the Lord, perhaps even run from the Lord. We attend the Solemn Mass of the Lord s Supper on Thursday and we pray that we might be faithful to the new and eternal covenant of the Blood. We venerate the cross on Good Friday and enter into a deep meditation on its wondrous power. And, finally, we celebrate the resurrection on Easter Sunday, exalting in the gift of the eternal life of Christ. Come and pray with your parish this week. May this be a holy week for you and your families. - Excerpted from Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Pellegrino, Diocese of St. Petersburg, FL Visit us on the web at

2 Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion March 25, 2018 ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG MISSION STATEMENT PARISH OFFICE Monday - Friday: 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Phone: Fax: HolyNameOfJesusParishHarrisburg@ hbgdiocese.org Mr. Timothy Schropp Business Manager Mrs. Anna Nicolella Administrative Assistant CONVENT Phone: Sister Rita Smith, SSJ HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL Phone: Fax: Sister Rita Smith, SSJ Principal RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Phone: Fax: Pre-K & Kindergarten: Sunday, 10:15 a.m. Grades 1-8: Sunday, 9:05 a.m. Sister Rita Smith, SSJ Director of Religious Education DIRECTOR OF PARISH MUSIC Phone: Mr. Jay W. Risser BISHOP MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL Phone: Fax: Sister Mary Anne Bednar, IHM Principal DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG 4800 Union Deposit Road Harrisburg, PA Phone: To proclaim the goodness of God and to make truly present and active the one, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ to all people through the power of the Holy Spirit. SACRAMENTS Baptisms are held every Sunday after the 12:00 (noon) Mass. Parents are expected to attend an information and instruction session before the Baptism of the child. This session is held the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the school library. Baptismal Registration forms can be found in the Parish Office or on our website. Godparents must be practicing Catholics, age 16 or older, have already received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, and, if married, married in accord with Catholic Church Law. Matrimony: Diocesan Common Policy requires nine to twelve months advance notification of the priest or deacon and attendance at marriage preparation. Please call the Parish Office to make arrangements. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) - Mondays at 7:00 p.m., September through Easter. Please contact the Parish Office for information. Visitation of the Sick: Please notify the Parish Office when a member of the Parish is in the hospital or if someone is unable to attend Mass and wishes to receive Communion. Persons with Celiac Disease: It is necessary for validity that hosts for Mass must be made of wheat. An alternative is to receive the Precious Blood. At any weekend Mass, please let the celebrant know and we will have a chalice prepared for you to receive Holy Communion. REGISTRATION OR CHANGE OF ADDRESS We welcome all new members to our parish family. Please register at the Parish Office in order that we might be of assistance to you. If you move or change your phone number, please notify the Parish Office so that our records can be kept current.

3 Holy Name of Jesus Parish Harrisburg, PA OFFERTORY COLLECTION March 19, $27,343 March 18, $30,698 Thank you for all your continued generosity and support of the parish! MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Saturday, March 24 5:00 p.m. Stephen F. Foltz Sunday, March 25 8:00 a.m. Intentions of Hope Metzger 10:15 a.m. Joseph F. Clover 12:00 p.m. Joseph A. Plewa 6:00 p.m. People of the Parish Monday, March 26 6:30 a.m. Gregory Mizii & Anthony Cribari 8:00 a.m. Louis Cribari Tuesday, March 27 6:30 a.m. Intentions of Larry & Maureen McCarter 8:00 a.m. Living & Deceased Members of the Plewa & Butch Families Wednesday, March 28 6:30 a.m. Alex R. Strencosky (25th Anniversary) 8:30 a.m. Louise A. Breit Thursday, March 29 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord s Supper Friday, March 30 3:00 p.m. The Passion of the Lord Saturday, March 31 8:00 p.m. People of the Parish Sunday, April 1 8:00 a.m. Special Intentions 10:15 a.m. Special Intentions 12:00 p.m. Special Intentions 6:00 p.m. Special Intentions SANCTUARY CANDLE is lit in memory of Alex R. Strencosky (25th Anniversary). DAILY MASS SCHEDULE - Please note: On Wednesday, March 28, daily Mass will be held at 6:30 a.m. & 8:30 a.m.; Daily Mass will not be held Thursday, March 29 through Saturday, March 31 PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, March 25: 9:05/10:15 a.m. - Religious Education 1:00 p.m. - Baptisms 3:00 p.m. - Divine Mercy Devotions Monday, March 26: 6:00 p.m. - Karate (Former Church) 7:00 p.m. - Scouts (Social Hall) 7:00 p.m. - Nar-Anon (Library) 7:00 p.m. - RCIA (Room #208) 7:30 p.m. - Novena Tuesday, March 27: 6:00 p.m. - Tai Chi (Social Hall) 7:00 p.m. - Men s Faith Study (Fmr Church) 7:00 p.m. - Parish Penance Service Wednesday, March 28: 6:30 p.m. - Legion of Mary (Lounge) 6:30 p.m. - Ephesians Study (Fmr Church) 7:00 p.m. - Tenebrae Thursday, March 29: Holy Name of Jesus School Closed 8:30 a.m. - Morning Prayer Friday, March 30: Holy Name of Jesus School Closed Holy Name of Jesus Parish Office Closed 8:30 a.m. - Morning Prayer 11:00 a.m. - Living Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. - Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. - Sacrament of Penance Saturday, March 31: 8:30 a.m. - Morning Prayer 11:00 a.m. - Sacrament of Penance 12:00 noon - Blessing of the Easter Food Next Sunday, April 1: 1:00 p.m. - Baptisms 3:00 p.m. - Divine Mercy Devotions BE PREPARED FOR THE WORD OF THE LORD! Readings for next Sunday, March 25, 2018 EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD Acts 10: 34a, Psalm 118: 1-2, 16-17, Corinthians 5: 6b - 8 John 20: 1-9

4 Palm Sunday of the Lord s Passion March 25, 2018 PRAYER LIST In your charity, please remember the sick, especially: Mary Acri, Sondra Allen, Elaine Ambrose, Cheryl Baker, Alan Barr, Robert Bender, Bertha Besciglia, Barbara Border-Reed, Andy Boyer, Bill Brajkovich, Marcia Brickner, Betsy Broome, Mery-Beth Brown, Joanne Brunner, Katelyn Buser, Mary Buser, Dorothy Byers, Jackie Byles, Ann Campbell, Dwayne Campbell, Lily Carney, Robert Cek, Ashley Clover, Jim Clover, Marie Clover, Diane Cole, Kristy Constabile, Bill Cooper, Jacquelyn Cristillo, Deacon Lawrence Crudup, Nick D Amico, Teresa Davis, Leona Deibert, José Delerme, Mary Diamond, Caroline DiSanto, Brenda Dove, Julie Dowhouser, Gayle Dye, Nathan Dye, Patricia Eagle, Bob Enterline, Ira Evans, Joanne Ferguson, Debra Flicker, Harry Focht, Paula Fogarty, Kelly Ford, Roger Fornstrom Sr., Matt Fortese, Pamela Fresco, Andrew Frey, Mary Ann Gaffney, Thomas Gentry, Amanda Godes, John Grab, Ethan Graff, Angela Purcell Graver, Emily Green, Rose Griffin, Stephanie Griffith, Robert Grubb, Hugh Hegarty, Grant Hodgson, Reagan Hollister, Tommy Holtzman, Aileen Honecker, Frankie Hubbs, Eric Huston, Jean James, John James, Philip Joseph, John Kambic, Noelle Karnash, Jen Karpency, Brian Keating, Christine Keegan, Lori Keener, Angeline Kenney, Mary Kepler, Frank Kessler, Sheila Kieffer, Carol Kitlan, George Klemick, Jerry Kolman, Leo Kopec, Lisa Koup, Sharon Kostick, Laurie Krammes, Collin Kratzer, Logan Kraus, Logan Lappley, James LaVia, Jon Lehman, Priscilla Liebner, Terry Lingrel, Marianne Loney, Eileen MacDonald, Bill Markle, Robert Markowski, Kelly Masi, Rosemary McClure, Jean McCracken, Cheryl McGrath, Barry McKeel, Mike McKenna, Makenzie Mehalick, Courtney Mescall, Richard Miller, Robert Miller, Eli Minnich, Gina Mischianti, Dianne Moran, Linda Norton, Theresa Notarnicola, Albert Novak, Lynn O Connor, Mollie O Neill, Vince Pagano, Mary Palmer, Sandy Papandrea, John Petrone, Gabriel Paris, Gina Paris, Rosalie Pasquini, Gerry Pecora, William Pellant, Ursula Peters, Debbie Peterson, Tom Phillippy, Leah Poleshuk, Sue Poleshuk, Faustina Poliskey, Jennifer Pompei, Ellie Jane Prestine, Janice Rabideau, Wanda Raver, Kevin Readinger, Kathy Reed, Joel Rivera, Betty Robertson, Sara Robinson, Dom Romagna, John Romagna, Susan Romagna, Cheryl Romanell, Maureen Romano, William Romero, Louise Rossi, Theo Rudy, John Sardelis, Eileen Schell, Greg Schrum, Pat Schwab, Jeananne Scrimgeour, Pat Seedor, Caleb Shingara, Anne Louise Silberman, Tom Sinkovitz, Dolores Slinker, Jane Smith, Janet Smith, Vince Soccio, Theresa Speitel, Wendy Stahl, Rita Stasney, Michael Steiner, Hannah Stiles, Richard Swartz, John Synoraski, Richard Thomas, Willa Thompson, Spencer Tinsley, Thomas Toolan, Thomas Toone, Jonniene Urban, Daniel Vasques, Dominic Vivittore, Sheryl Webster, Genny Whitehaus, John Wierzbicki, Rosalyn Willis, Emily Wissler, Lucy Wright, Robert Yeselavage Sr., Alssandra Young, David Zieter. LENTEN APPEAL The 2018 Bishop s Annual Lenten Appeal is off to a great start. Thank you to all whom have pledged to this year s appeal. If you have not yet made a gift to the Bishop s Annual Lenten Appeal, we invite you to do so today. Every dollar raised to make our goal supports important Diocesan ministries and services and every dollar raised over our goal will be kept in the Parish to help us. SCHOOL & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS REGISTRATION - Holy Name of Jesus School is accepting new registrations for Kindergarten, Pre-K3, Pre-K4 and new students for the school year. Registrations can be made in the office during the school day. Entrance to the school is through the door with the maroon canopy. New Kindergarten students must be 5 years of age by August 31, A birth certificate, baptismal certificate, and a copy of immunizations are required for Kindergarten registrations. Pre-K3-3 years old by August 31, A birth Certificate and copy of immunization are required for Pre- K registrations. Pre-K4-4 years old by August 31, A birth Certificate and copy of immunization are required for Pre- K registrations. Please call the school office at for additional information and if you have any questions. SAVE THE DATE - The Annual Holy Name of Jesus School Gala will be held April 28, 2018 at the Sheraton Harrisburg/Hershey. This year s theme is 'Calling All Super Heroes!' For more information, please visit or or HNJgala@gmail.com. SMART MONEY - hnjsmartmoney@gmail.com; Nicole & Jason Lindemuth (orders); Jennifer Michelone (volunteers).

5 Holy Name of Jesus Parish Lenten Penance Services March 28, 7:00 p.m. - Good Shepherd, Camp Hill March 27, 7:00 p.m. - Holy Name, Harrisburg HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE Tuesday, March 27 Parish Penance Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 28 Tenebrae 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 29 Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. Mass of the Lord s Supper 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 30 Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. Living Stations of the Cross 11:00 a.m. The Passion of the Lord 3:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. Sacrament of Penance 7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 31 Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. Sacrament of Penance 11:00 a.m. Blessing of the Easter Food 12:00 noon Easter Vigil Mass 8:00 p.m. Sunday, April 1 Easter Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass 10:15 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass 12:00 noon Easter Sunday Mass 6:00 p.m. PARISH NEWS & ACTIVITIES EDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP is in full swing, but we always welcome new members in grades 6-8 to join us (including students currently in 5th grade)! Meetings take place the first and third Sunday of most months in the Former Church, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Please enter through the front door of the former church/school. hnjedge@gmail.com with any questions. ST. CHRISTOPHER S TRAVEL CLUB will be going to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse in Hampton, NJ on Wednesday, April 25 to see Steel Magnolias. All inclusive cost is $86/person. For more information, please contact Carol Sue at or carolsue014@gmail.com. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - Interested in joining the Holy Name of Jesus Knights of Columbus Council #14081? Visit or contact Terry Shingara at PARISH ADVOCACY MINISTRY - Jim & Diane Bohenick (jabohenick@comcast.net or ). PARISH NEWS & ACTIVITIES Harrisburg, PA TENEBRAE - The Tenebrae service is an ancient Church tradition for the last days of Holy Week. The readings and gradual extinguishing of lit candles represents our Lord s increasing sorrow as His death approaches. It ends with a loud noise representing the closing of His tomb. Please join the Holy Name of Jesus Music Ministry on Wednesday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Church for this extra devotional service as we prepare for the Easter Triduum. THANK YOU! The HNJ CCW would like to thank all those who baked for the Diocesan Anniversary & Confirmation receptions. DONATIONS NEEDED of cakes and pies for the CCW Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, April 7. Baked goods may be dropped off at the Social Hall after 12:00 noon on April 7. CCW SPAGHETTI DINNER will be held on Saturday, April 7, 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the Social Hall. Dinner includes pasta, homemade meatballs, salad, dessert and beverage. Prices are $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-11, free for children age 5 and under. Hope to see you there! HERSHEYPARK TICKET OFFER - Discount tickets to Hersheypark are available to friends and families of the parish at significant savings! Ticket prices are $34.85 for all ages. You can also add on a discounted meal ticket for 11.99, a snack voucher for $3.25, and/ or a discounted parking pass for $7.50. Forms can be found on the bulletin tables at the back of the Church, in the parish office, or at parish. Please make checks payable to Holy Name of Jesus. Orders with payment must be received in the parish office by Monday, April 30. Tickets will be delivered to the parish no later than May 25. THE TRAVELING CRUCIFIX - The Knights of Columbus Traveling Crucifix is available for all parishioners. The crucifix plus appropriate prayers may be borrowed from the church for a week. For details, Ed Braun at maryed314@yahoo.com. NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (NFP) - Brian & Mary Metzger ( ). We would like to thank Accord Restoration for sponsoring an ad in our weekly bulletin. We would like to thank Christine Arnold, Mary Kay Consultant for sponsoring an ad in our weekly bulletin.

6 Palm 22nd Sunday of Ordinary the Lord s Time Passion September March 25, 3, AROUND THE DIOCESE PCC EXECUTIVE POSITION AVAILABLE - The Pennsylvania Catholic Conference (PCC) is the public affairs agency of the eight Latin Rite and two Eastern Rite Catholic dioceses in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Located in Harrisburg, PCC currently employs a professional staff of eight individuals who are under the leadership and supervision of an Executive Director. Due to the impending retirement of its present Executive Director, PCC is seeking a highly-qualified and experienced individual to assume that position. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor s degree in theology, political science, public policy or a closely related field. A graduate level or law degree is preferred. Experience working as a lobbyist or equivalent legislative and public policy experience is essential. The successful candidate must demonstrate a knowledge of and fidelity to the mission of the Catholic Church and its public policy positions. Applicants may present their qualifications by transmitting a curriculum vitae along with a letter of interest, in confidence, to: PCC Executive Director Search Committee c/o Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg 4800 Union Deposit Road Harrisburg, PA SPECIAL NEEDS TRACK MEET - Youth ages 8-21 with special needs are invited to attend a track practice with Bishop McDevitt athletes in March and an official meet on April 10, where they will get to run a race and be honorary Crusaders for the day! If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Deborah Parker at or Jacobscrib@aol.com. This event is open to special needs youth within the Diocese of Harrisburg. All events will be held at Bishop McDevitt High School. VOCATIONS - Morning by morning He wakens - wakens my ear to listen as those who are taught. Listen in prayer daily to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, seeking to know your vocation. If He is asking you to consider the priesthood or consecrated life, contact Fr. Brian Wayne at or frbwayne@hbgdiocese.org. WERE YOU MARRIED IN 1968? In honor of your 50th Wedding Anniversary, there will be a special Mass and reception at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 8 at Good Shepherd Church in Camp Hill. To receive an invitation, please contact the parish office at HolyNameOfJesusParishHarrisburg@hbgdiocese.org or by Thursday, April 12. AROUND THE DIOCESE SILENCE OF MARY HOME ANNUAL LUNCHEON - The Silence of Mary Home is a Christian family home for God's abandoned or neglected people of all ages in the Allison Hill section of Harrisburg. On Friday, April 27, the Silence of Mary Home is hosting its 12 th Annual Luncheon at the Sheraton Harrisburg/Hershey Hotel beginning at 11:00 a.m. Individual tickets are $50. The guest speaker will be Dr. Carol Houghton, Chancellor of the Harrisburg Diocese. If you have questions or would like to attend the event, please call the Silence of Mary Home office at or silenceofmaryvolunteer@verizon.net. HDCCW CONVENTION - The Harrisburg Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (HDCCW) cordially invites all women of the Diocese to attend the 93rd Annual Convention on Monday, April 16, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Cardinal Keeler Center. The theme is Joined in Christ. Keynote Speaker, Rose Folsom, will talk about Cultivating the Garden of Your Soul. There will be four afternoon workshops, a meditation room, exhibits, religious and Fair Trade items for purchase. Cost is $25 (includes continental breakfast and lunch). For more information or to register, contact Linda at linda.hartzell@comcast.net or Registration deadline is April 2. BISHOP MCDEVITT MUSICAL - Come see the Crusader Players in this year's production of Hello, Dolly! This blockbuster Broadway hit bursts with humor, romance, dancing, and some of the greatest songs in musical theater history. Show times are April 6 & 7 at 7:30 p.m. and April 8 at 3 p.m. in Finestra Hall. Reserve tickets can be purchased online at general admission tickets are available at the door. BISHOP MCDEVITT 30TH ANNUAL BLUE & GOLD GALA will be held on Saturday, April 14. The theme this year is Timeless Elegance. The evening includes dinner, drinks, dancing, live music from Cruise Control, and silent & live auctions. Donations of quality auction items are needed. Also accepting table sponsorships and program advertisers for the Gala Program. Contact Cheri Comasco at ext or ccomasco@bishopmcdeivtt.org. "God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. (Philippians 2: 9-11)

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