Saints Peter and Paul Church

Announcements

• 2019 Jan. 22: Diocese Launches Independent Survivors Compensation Program

  Dear Friends,

  As you may be aware, today the Diocese of Scranton launched its Independent Survivors Compensation Program to compensate survivors of child sexual abuse.

  This Program comes on the heels of the Grand Jury report, and is the latest step the Diocese has taken as we work to support survivors of abuse and eradicate abuse from the Church altogether. As you likely know, our Victim Assistance Coordinator helps to provide emotional, psychological and pastoral care to survivors of abuse, and survivors will now have the option to file a claim for compensation. We adhere to a strict zero tolerance policy on abuse, and have a number of prevention initiatives including extensive training and background checks. As we continue to improve our policies, launching this Program was a natural next step.

  Today Bishop Bambera shares a video address with the faithful of our church. I encourage you to view this video via the link noted below and also on our website. I hope this video answers your questions about the Program launch. However, I welcome you to reach out to me should you have any further questions. I would be happy to speak with you.

  Thank you for your continued support of the Diocese of Scranton.

  https://www.dropbox.com/s/d31hibyaxpzw0ne/Compensation%20Program.mp4?dl=0
• Bishop's Letter Nov 8, 2018
• Apr 1, 2016: Statement from Bishop Bambera

  The Diocese of Scranton encourages anyone who has been sexually abused by a member of the clergy or anyone else, to immediately notify local law enforcement authorities; and to contact Joseph DeVizia,Victim's Assistance  Coordinator, at 570-862-7551; or Monsignor Thomas M. Muldowney, vicar General of the Diocese of Scranton, at 570-207-2269.  We also urge anyone to report incidents of child abuse immediately to Pennsylvania ChildLine; the toll-free number is 1-800-932-0313.

  The Diocese of Scranton is committed to protecting children and to providing support to victims of sexual abuse.  In acknowledging the pain suffered by survivors of abuse, the Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, Bishop of Scranton, requests the faithful of the Diocese to join him in praying for the healing of all who have been harmed by abuse, for the countless lives affected by such actions, and for the many priests of the diocese of scranton who have been faithful to their vocation and the people they serve.

   
• See Annual Appeal Video at https://youtu.be/dVS6vw5lfGc

  THE DIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL

   

  Did You Know . . .

  Your donations are restricted for use to support

  just Five (5) Diocesan Ministries and Services:

   

  1. Catholic Social Services

  2. Catholic Education in Schools and Parishes

  3. Clergy Education & Care

  4. Parish Life & Ministry Formation

  5. Catholic Media & Communications

   

  This week we will describe Number 4:

  Parish Life & Ministry Formation — serves our

  parishes with programs to foster vibrant faith

  Communities, where parishioners are actively

  engaged in the ministries of Word, Worship,

  Community, and Service; and in new programs

  which cultivate “the young Church.”

   
• "FORMED" on-Line Resources available

  Log in :  formed.org

  Click on bottom right  on screen "Register" - sign up using parish Code

  Enter Parish Code RZ8ZR8 (case sensitive) and your email address

  Complete your information for our parish

  Enjoy DVD's, CDs, Programs,  books and more, for a variety of ages and interests.
• Parish historical deck of cards are available now; also mugs, wineglasses & historical booklet

  Price is $8 per deck; check made out to SS Peter & Paul Church 175thk.  Mugs $5; wineglass $2; Historical Booklet $5

  Parish office hours 9 am - 3 pm Monday through Thursday; phonw 570-265-2113; email stppp@epix.net

  Order may also be submitted from History button on this website
• Feb 10 - March 10: Ronald McDonald House Collection @ St. Agnes school

  The Ronald McDonald House is a home-away-from-home for families of sick children at the Janet Weis Children’s Hospital in Danville, PA.

  488. Agnes School is one of the local drop-off centers for the annual Farmers Care event being held February 1—March 10, 2019. Items needed are listed on the bulletin boards in the rear of the church.

  All donations should be taken to St. Agnes School.

   
• Feb. 16: Lunch @ Riverstone 1 pm
• Feb. 17: No CCD classes, holiday weekend
• Feb. 18: Deadlline to sign up for Mardi Gras Dinner (Mar 3)
• Feb. 20: Widows' Support Group Meeting 1 pm in Grotto Hall

  rescheduled from last week
• Feb. 23: Breakfast @ Bishop's 9 am
• Feb. 24: Cursillo Ultreya 2-4 pm in Grotto Hall

  During the past several years numerous parishioners have taken the opportunity to make a Cursillo – a program of faith and spiritual enrichment. The parish has received word that the #61 Men’s Cursillo will be held March 28-31, 2019 and the #72 Women’s Cursillo will be held Oct 3-6, 2019. Mark your calendars and seriously consider making a Cursillo. Information and a n application is available on the table at the entrance to the church and you can also speak with a parishioner who has previously made a Cursillo. It will be a very meaningful and beneficial experience.

   
• Feb. 24 - Mar 2: Small Groups resume meetings

  for six weeks (Post-ARISE Spring Season);  Parishioners welcome to join a group; call parish office for information 570-265-2113.
• Mar. 3: Mari Gras Dinner, Celebration

  The parish will host a Mardi Gras Party on Sunday March 3, 2019 in JFK Hall in St. Agnes School after

  the 11 am Mass. The parish will supply the food and entertainment/games.

  Sign-up sheets will be available at the entrance of the church beginning the weekend of January 27, 2019, because we need to get a good estimate of the number of adults and children to plan for the food.

  So please sign-up prior to Monday February 18, 2019.

  Costumes/masks optional

   
• Mar. 6: Ash Wednesday

   

  Masses 8:30 am & 5:30 pm.  (light supper in Grotto Hall after evening Mass)

  Prayer service 12:10 pm with ashes

  - Fast and Abstinence

  Just a reminder that Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are the only days of the year on which Catholics must BOTH fast (only one full meal) and abstain from meat. 

   
• Mar. 28-31: Men's Cursillo