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LIONS WHITE CANE DAY
Each year the Lions Club collect donations for projects that deal with sight conservation and blindness. This year's funds will be used to help offset the cost of a prosthetic eye for a 3-year-old girl in our area, who has been blind since birth. Your generosity is appreciated.
AUTUMN SERENADE SEASONAL MUSIC SHOW
Join Jack James, vocalist, and Frank Balon, on trumpet, for an evening of seasonal music on Saturday, October 31st from 5-8 PM. This will be held at Woodie’s Restaurant, Freeland. For reservations call: 570-636-3333.
CHANGE OF PLANS FOR PARISH TRICK-OR-TREATING
Trick-or-treating this year will not be available at the PARISH RECTORY. Fr. Ric, Fr. Steve, and Fr. Sudhir will be in West New York/New Jersey for the installation of a close priest friend, Fr. Oscar. However, our Parish Knights Of Columbus, Our Lady Of Fatima council number 8613 will distribute candy bags to all of our youngsters in kindergarten through grade 8 at our Faith formation program on Sunday, November 1 between 10 and 11 AM. You understanding is appreciated.
CEMETERY SUNDAY
On Sunday, November 1st at 2:00 PM, a Cemetery Sunday Service will be held at Sacred Heart-St. Joseph Cemetery, Weston. In the event of inclement weather, a short service will be held in Sacred Heart Church.
Chris hails from a Catholic parish in Portland, Oregon. He started playing the guitar in church when he was in 4th grade. He now has 29 years experience as his parish's music director. The concert will feature equal parts performance and community singing, along with stories about his journey in the Catholic faith and in music ministry. Inspirational and fun for all ages, especially if you love to sing! Open to the public. A free will offering can be given.
Friday, November 6th, 1 PM
Sugarloaf Church Women United will present an ecumenical program, "Peace Begins with Me" at Black Creek United Methodist Church. The program will be followed by coffee and tea as well as light refreshments. RSVP to Arlene at 570-788-3643 or rgstagg@frontier.com.
MASS OF REMEMBRANCE: MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Each year we offer a special Memorial Mass during November (The Month of Poor Souls) for the intention of all who died and were buried from either St. John Bosco or Sacred Heart of Jesus Churches since last November 2025 and all of our faithful departed. It is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, at Noon at St. John Bosco Church. All families have been notified by mail and are asked to reply if they will be in attendance. During this liturgy a family member of the deceased will be asked to come forward to light a remembrance candle for their loved one as the deceased is announced and the toll rung. The SJB Choir is providing the liturgical music. Refreshments will be offered in the Parish Auditorium immediately following the Mass. All are welcome. Marie Guza, Bereavement Ministry, is coordinating the efforts.
DIOCESAN YOUTH RALLY 2026
On Saturday, Nov. 7th, the Diocese of Scranton will be hosting our 4th annual Diocesan Youth Rally, located at Notre Dame Jr./Sr. HS in East Stroudsburg, PA. This event is for both male & female students in grades 7 thru 12. The Rally will be from 11:30 AM-8:00 PM; check-in beginning at 11:00 AM. The theme for this year’s Youth Rally is "Do whatever He tells you”, taken from the second chapter of the Gospel of John, where Mary intercedes for a couple when the wine runs out at their wedding. The day will consist of prayer, music, Adoration, keynote speakers, Mass with the Bishop, and fellowship. This is parish sponsored; you must sign up with our Parish Office: 570-788-1997. Leave your name, phone number and email address, which church you belong to (SH or SJB), age, school, and grade. The deadline to sign up is October 16th. We hope to see you there!
Here is a YouTube link featuring both artists singing “Lord, Make Me An Instrument”
You are invited to join us for a special concert before Advent: NIGHT OF PEACE with Sarah Hart and Francesca LaRosa
Saturday, November 14, 2026
7:00PM
Saint Maria Goretti Parish, 42 Redwood Drive, Laflin, PA 18702
All are welcome to join award winning Catholic singers and songwriters Sarah Hart and Francesca LaRosa as they share an evening of songs and stories bringing peace and hope. It’s an opportunity to pause and refresh, connecting with our Lord and our Lady, as we prepare our hearts for Advent and the coming of Christ. Suggested donation is $10 a person. Fellowship and light fare after the concert will be held in the parish hall. OCIA Leaders and Team Members are invited to attend a pre-event gathering at 5:30PM. To register, contact Regina Wright at 570-207-2213.
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Tuesday, Nov. 17th, 7 PM
Charismatic Healing Mass and Healing Service at SJB. Fr. Christian will preside and Sue Shaw will begin her music ministry at 6:45 PM. "Come and see"! Any questions, please contact Arlene at 570-788-3643.
IN-PERSON TRAVEL PRESENTATION
Join Father Mike & Friends and Boscov's Travel for a Caribbean cruise on Norwegian Bliss from January 15–26, 2028. The trip includes roundtrip transportation from Drums, PA to NYC, baggage handling, 11 nights on the ship, meals, entertainment, an open bar package, specialty dining, prepaid gratuities, a cocktail party, $100 onboard credit, a group dinner, and a Tour Director. Meeting details as follows:
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 6:00PM
Good Shepherd Church
87 S. Hunter Highway, Drums, PA 18222
Registration is required with Boscov's Travel to save your seat. Contact us today! 800-782-5605 | boscovstravel.com
Theology on Tap
November 19th, and December 10th, 2026
A Young Adult Speaker Series for ages 21-40 that meets at Sabatini's Bottle Shop, 1901 Wyoming Ave. Exeter, PA 7-9 PM. $5 cover charge.
SPECIAL HOLIDAY CONCERT — MARK YOUR CALENDAR! 🎄
The Hazleton Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra will present a special Holiday Concert on Sunday, November 29, at 3:00 PM at St. John Bosco Church. The concert is free and open to everyone. It will be a beautiful and uplifting way to begin preparing our hearts for the Advent and Christmas seasons. Because the concert takes place immediately following Thanksgiving, we especially encourage you to invite family members, friends, and guests who may be visiting for the holiday weekend. Come and enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music and holiday spirit! The orchestra has been preparing for this special performance for many months, and we are truly privileged to welcome them back to our parish. The Hazleton Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra is an important part of the cultural heritage of our community, and we are grateful that they have chosen to share their talents with us once again.
☕ A Christmas Reception Following the Concert
Following the concert, we will host a small Christmas reception in our Parish Auditorium for the members of the orchestra and everyone who attends the concert. We will serve Christmas cookies and other holiday desserts, coffee, water, and soda.
We are asking our parishioners from both of our worship sites to consider helping with this special hospitality by donating at least two or three dozen of your favorite homemade Christmas cookies or holiday desserts. Donations may be dropped off at the parish on the weekend when you attend Mass, and we will arrange everything in the Parish Auditorium for the reception.
This is a wonderful opportunity for the Saint John Bosco Parish community to extend its hospitality and offer a beautiful gift to our wider community during the Christmas season. If you are willing to contribute cookies or another dessert, please call the Parish Office at 570-788-1997, extension 3, and leave your name and telephone number, so that we know what to expect.
🎄 Volunteers Needed
We are also looking for a few parishioners who would be willing to help organize and prepare the Parish Auditorium for the gathering. If you can assist in any way, please contact the Parish Office. Your help will be greatly appreciated and is another wonderful way for us to welcome our neighbors and share the spirit of Christmas.
Please mark your calendar!
Sunday, November 29 — 3:00 PM
St. John Bosco Church
Free Admission — Everyone Welcome!
Saturday, May 1, 2027
The Beaver Meadows Over 60 Group is planning a trip to the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster, to see Grease. The cost is $150/person and includes transportation, the show, a buffet meal, and gratuities. There will be two pickup locations: Beaver Meadows and the West Hazleton Park & Ride. For more information or to reserve a spot, please contact Annette Leonard at 570-401-4352.
Friday, December 4 & December 11 between 11 AM to 4 PM
St. Peter and Paul Byzantine Church, Beaver Meadows, will be having a Pierogi sale: Potato, cabbage or prune, frozen only. Call Jackie at 570-427-4283 or Julie at 570-455-8645 for preorders and leave a message. No orders will be taken after November 20th.
VFW POST 8161 MONTHLY ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST
SUNDAY DECEMBER 15TH, 7-11 AM, Adults: $10, Children: $5Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Home Fries, French Toast, Beverages and more.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2027 IN KOREA
Join the Diocese of Scranton for a life-changing week on pilgrimage, from August 1-10, 2027 for World Youth Day 2027. Designed for Catholic Youth and Young Adults (Must be 18+) to experience the global Church firsthand with millions of Catholic young people in this worldwide encounter and celebration. Visit the diocese website to learn more and register for the pilgrimage.
SAVE THE DATE GREATER HAZLETON AREA CATHOLIC COMMUNITY PICNIC
Our Catholic faith community is strongest when we come together. In that spirit, the parishes of the Greater Hazleton Area Deanery are exploring plans for a Combined Parish Picnic that would bring together parishioners from all six local Catholic parishes for a day of fellowship, food, fun, and faith.
The proposed picnic is scheduled for: Saturday, October 9, 2027, at City View Park.
This special event is envisioned as an opportunity for parishioners from across the Greater Hazleton Area to meet one another, strengthen friendships, and celebrate our shared Catholic faith as one united community.
The picnic will feature food, activities, vendors, crafters, and specialty foods offered by participating parishes. More details will be announced as plans develop.
Volunteers Needed
To help make this community-wide event a success, we are seeking parish representatives and volunteers who would like to assist with planning and organization.
An informational planning meeting will be held on: Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 6:30 PM at MPB Church Hall.
Anyone interested in volunteering or serving as a parish representative is asked to contact the Parish Office, Ext 3, and leave your name, phone number, and intention to participate.
Please keep this exciting initiative in your prayers as we work together to build stronger connections among the Catholic parishes of the Greater Hazleton Area. We look forward to celebrating our faith and community together!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! - NUREMBERG-WESTON FIRE CO.
459 Hazle Street, Weston (Sugarloaf), PA 18249
The Nuremberg-Weston Fire Company is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team! We are seeking:
Volunteer Firefighters
Junior Firefighters (ages 14–18)
Adult and Student Volunteers to assist with fundraising events and community activities
If you are interested in serving your community, we encourage you to:
Attend one of our monthly meetings
Contact any current member of the fire company
Send us a message on Facebook
Visit our website to complete a volunteer application
Call 570-384-4411 and leave a message. A member of our team will return your call.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Meetings are held on the last Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the fire hall. For more information, visit https://nwvfc.org OR follow the Nuremberg-Weston Fire Company on Facebook.
The officers and members of the Nuremberg-Weston Fire Company sincerely thank everyone for their generous support of our annual fund drive and the many fundraising events we sponsor throughout the year. Your continued support helps us serve and protect our community.
OUTDOOR STATUE OF JESUS WITH CHILDREN MEMORIAL AVAILABLE
We would like to install in the grassy area near the back entrance of our Faith Formation Center a large outdoor white marble statue of Jesus with children. If you would like to donate it in memory of a loved one, a special intention, in thanksgiving for blessings received or in honor of your family, your children and grandchildren, please contact Father Ric at Saint John Bosco Church at 570-788-1997, EXT 4, and leave your name and contact number and Father will return your call. This is a major donation to St. John Bosco Church. It would probably be installed at the end of the summer or early fall.
BOOK AVAILABLE
A new book entitled My Monsignor is now available at our parish office. The cost is $15, and all proceeds will go toward supporting priestly vocations and seminarians in the Diocese of Scranton. Checks should be made payable to: Saint John Bosco Church.
The book was written by Shannon Marsyada and tells the inspiring story of a beloved Monsignor who lived to be 96 years young and served 76 years as a priest. He was a dedicated shepherd who, as the saying goes, “died with his boots on.” Although he retired from active pastoring, he never retired from ministry.
He served as Senior Priest at Saint Gabriel’s and Transfiguration Church, as Pastor of Saint Patrick’s in White Haven, and as Catholic Chaplain at White Haven Center. Much of his priestly life was spent at Saint Mary of the Mount in Mount Pocono.
Our former pastor, the late Father John Manno, was a close friend of Monsignor and lived with him while serving as a catechist at Pocono Central Catholic High School. Monsignor was always available to assist in parish ministry, and whenever he was asked to help at Saint John Bosco Church—whether for confessions or Mass—he did so generously and willingly.
He was a holy and joyful priest, deeply devoted to Jesus, to the Church, and to a life of prayer. This outstanding little book is a fitting tribute to a remarkable man of God.
I invite you to purchase a copy for yourself. It is only 60 pages, written in large print, and includes some pictures. It is an easy and uplifting read that will surely lift your spirits.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Looking for a meaningful way to give back, even with a limited schedule? Catholic Social Services has volunteer opportunities that require as little as a couple of hours a month. For more information, please call 570-455-1521.
FRANCISCAN JUBILEE YEAR - THE YEAR OF SAINT FRANCIS
To commemorate the 800th anniversary of St. Francis’s death, Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed that from January 10, 2026, to January 10, 2027, Catholics will celebrate a Franciscan Jubilee Year – a Special Year of St. Francis of Assisi! The faithful have been granted the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence, provided that all conditions are met.
7 Things To Know About St. Francis of Assisi
1. He was born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone in 1181 and died on October 3, 1226.
2. He was known for his humility, vow of poverty, love of animals, and care for creation.
3. He had a strong devotion to the Holy Eucharist.
4. He received the stigmata.
5. He was a close friend of St. Clare.
6. He was canonized by Pope Gregory IX on July 16, 1228.
7. He established the Franciscan Rule and is the founder of the Franciscan Order.
GIFT CARDS NEEDED
If you would like to donate a gift card to assist the needy who regularly visit our parish office—especially during the holiday season—gift cards for gas, grocery stores, Walmart, Boscov’s, pharmacies, and restaurants are always needed.
You may drop them in the collection basket, mail them, or bring them to the parish office. Thank you for your kindness!
2026 CRUISE VACATION NORWEGIAN ESCAPE CANADA and NEW ENGLAND
September 5 – September 12, 2026
Good Shepherd Church is running a cruise vacation in 2026. Brochures are available at the Church entrances with the schedule, pricing, reservation form, etc. (Current Passport required.)
Includes roundtrip from Drums to NYC Cruise Terminal and back.
Unlimited open bar package, specialty dining, onboard credit, and Tour Director, etc.
HOLY ANNUNCIATION MONASTERY
We are blessed to have a community of religious nuns living in our area. Their monastery is located at:
403 West County Road
Sugarloaf, PA 18249
Phone: (570) 788-1205
Email: mpoy25@ptd.net
Website: www.byzantinediscalcedcarmelites.com
The monastery is part of the Ruthenian Byzantine Eparchy of Passaic, New Jersey and offers a serene Chapel open for quiet prayer and meditation.
In addition to their religious mission, the monastery is also home to:
Monastery Pantry & Gift Shop www.monasterypantry.com
CMC Miniature Horses www.carmelitesminicorral.com
We encourage you to support and visit this peaceful and prayerful place in our community.
FREE BOOK FROM FR. ED MICHELINI
Fr. Ed Michelini has purchased the Book: Three Days – The Search for the Boy Messiah by Chris Stephen and published by Dynamic Catholic. It is a Biblical Novel for Adults telling the compelling tale about 12 year-old Jesus, based on the second chapter of Luke’s Gospel. Jesus was lost in the Temple for three days when he traveled to Jerusalem with his parents, Mary and Joseph, for the Jewish Passover. It’s a story for the child in all of us. Why did he stay behind? What did he do? Who did he meet? Where did he sleep? Was he ever in danger? If you are interested in a copy, simply stop by the parish office to pick up a copy or call the office at 570-788-1997, EXT 3 and we will reserve a copy for you to pick up. It is a good interesting and light read for the fall season.
MONTHLY COMMUNITY BREAKFAST – ALL ARE WELCOME – DINE-IN OR TAKEOUT!
459 Hazle Street, Weston, PA
First Sunday of Every Month
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Menu Options Include:
Eggs
Homefries
Pancakes or French Toast
Sausage or Ham
Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, or Chocolate Milk
Variety of Cakes
Pricing: Large Platter: $8, Small Platter: $7
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Be a part of something that matters. Your community needs you!
Interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter or helping with fundraising events? We’d love to have you!
✅ Attend a meeting (Last Sunday of each month at 7:00 PM at the firehall)
✅ Contact any fire company member
✅ Message us on Facebook
✅ Visit our website for an application
✅ Or leave a message at 570-384-4411
FREE CLOTHING VAN
The Hazleton office of Catholic Social Services is partnering with St. Francis of Assisi’s Free Clothing Van to offer free clothing to adults in the area. Clothing donations can also be accepted when the van is here. The trailer will be in the parking lot of our Family Center, 106 S. Church St, the third Thursday of every month from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN THE HAZLETON AREA—CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS!!
Do you remember Jesus saying, “when I was hungry, you fed me…” and have you ever thought, I could do that? Well, you can! The Divine Providence Shelter, supported by Catholic Social Services, is open daily from 7 pm until 8 am and provides homeless people a dinner meal, a place to refresh their bodies, and a warm place to sleep. There are two sleep areas to serve 10 women and 10 men. In addition to providing shelter for the night, support staff provide counseling and assistance to help individuals find work and find a home.
Since the spring of 2016, volunteers from Sacred Heart Church have been providing monthly evening meals twice a month at the Divine Providence Shelter for homeless people in Hazleton on the first Monday and third or fourth Saturday. Judy Hall has been coordinating the Monday meals and Louisa and Patty Sinex have been coordinating the Saturday meals. A team from St. John Bosco, lead by Andrea Fendrick has been providing a meal every month since 2017 on the second Monday. As time has passed, many of our volunteers are no longer able to continue to support this work of mercy, and we are looking for others to participate in providing meals for those in need.
Those without a home or place to sleep need a nutritious meal as much as any us. A nutritious meal includes an entre e accompanied by a complementary starch and vegetable, a salad or fresh vegetables, bread and butter, fresh fruit, dessert and a beverage. The volunteer team lovingly decides what to provide in the way of a meal, prepares it, delivers it to the shelter and serves the hungry homeless people, who usually number between 12 and 20 per night. The volunteers contribute their time, their labor and the cost of the full meal.
We invite you to consider helping us to continue serving the meals at the shelter by joining those of us who continue doing so.
PARISH GRADUATES
Young parishioners graduating from High School or College this spring are asked to contact the parish office and give your full name, school that you are graduating from and degree plus any future plans (College, Military, Trade School or Work Force). We would like to acknowledge your achievement and place your name in our parish bulletin. You may contact our parish office at 570-788-1997, EXT 3 and leave the information along with your contact information. Congratulations and best wishes!
REMINDER
After you graduate and become employed, it is necessary for you to contact the parish office to set up an appointment with the Pastor to formally join. We have many individuals who are in their late 20's thru their 50's who never registered on their own and are listed as a child under their parents’ name. This is especially important if you are asked to be a Godparent at a Baptism or Sponsor at Confirmation or if you need a letter of recommendation. Don't put this off or you will be disappointed. Baptism in our parish does NOT mean that you are officially registered here.
XLT FOR VOCATIONS
Hosted at diocesan vocation centers: First Thursday of every Month: 7 pm, Maria Goretti Church, Laflin; Last Wednesday of every Month: 6:30 pm, Christ the King Parish, Archbald; Fourth Sunday of Every Month, 7 pm, St Matthew's Parish, East Stroudsburg.
For further information contact:
Fr. Alex Roche, Diocesan Vocation Director at 570-207-1452 or on Facebook: Diocese of Scranton Vocations.
Brochures are available at our parish office.
DO YOU HAVE RELIGIOUS ARTICLES YOU JUST DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH?
For over 20 years, St. Mary Mission in Lancaster, PA, has been working to find new homes for religious items that are no long-er needed. The Mission gladly accepts just about anything of a religious nature, such as crucifixes, statues, rosaries (included broken and damaged), chalices, ciboria, relics, medals, even Holy Cards. Any size, age and condition, as the Mission does their best to repair anything that may be dented, rusted, chipped or broken. Donated items are placed in Churches, Con-vents Monasteries, and Catholic Hospice and Nursing Homes in need anywhere in the world. They do not accept books or furniture, however. In many cases, they may travel to your loca-tion to pick up large items or larger accumulations. Otherwise, articles can be sent through the mail or UPS/Fed Ex. For more iformation, contact: Kimberly walters, St. Mary Mission, 2505 Nolt Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601, (717) 381-5816, LancCatholic-Msn@aol.com.
FREE ADULT CLOTHING
The Hazleton office of Catholic Social Services is partnering with St. Francis of Assisi Free Clothing Van to offer free clothing to adults in the area. The trailer will be in the parking lot of the CSS Family Center – 106 S. Church St, the third Tuesday of every month from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.
GETTING MARRIED IN 2025 OR 2026?
Congratulations on your engagement. Before you set any dates for your wedding at St. John's Parish or a commitment with a venue for your reception you must contact the Pastor. Weddings are usually held on Saturdays at 1 pm. Weekday Weddings are also permitted.
In addition to meeting with the Pastor for pre-marital preparation and planning for the actual Nuptial Mass or Wedding Ceremony, Saint John Bosco Parish requires that you participate in an in-person Diocesan Pre-Cana Session. The Pre-Cana schedule for 2025 has been released and is posted on the bulletin boards in both of our Churches. If you contact the Parish Office a schedule will be sent to you or you may simply go online at our Scranton Diocesan web site, Office of Parish Life. You are encouraged to participate in the Pre-Cana Conference.
If you have any questions/concerns regarding our Church policies for Weddings, please contact the Pastor at 570-788-1997, EXT 4.
NEW NICHE BUILDING AT CALVARY CEMETERY
The new Niche Building is now on site and there are still some spaces available. If interested, call the Calvary Cemetery Office at 570-788-2150 for an appointment.
LOCAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL
Here in the Greater Hazleton area we are blessed to have a special chapel that you are invited to use for private prayer and adoration. It is located in the Holy Rosary Church in Hazleton, 240 S. Poplar Street. The new hours for their chapel are now 6:00 AM until 10:00 PM. Anyone wishing to use the chapel will need to call their office and register your name, after which you will receive a key fob assigned to you so you can enter the chapel as before. The previous code will not work. It is a secure location. The phone number for Holy Rosary is (570) 454-6693.
EMMAUS ROAD DRIVERS NEEDED!
We are in need more drivers to help transport travelers to grocery stores, the Valley Food Pantry, and medical appointments. Our ministry has grown significantly over the past nine years, and we require a large group of drivers to meet the needs of those we assist without overburdening our team. If we don’t increase driver availability, this outreach ministry could be at risk. Even a few volunteers driving once a month would help. Interested individuals can learn more or request a driver application by contacting Brother Fred at 570-956-5991 or f3jaxheimer@gmail.com.
DOWNSIZING? MINIMALIZING? SPRING CLEANING?
Kindly consider donating your extra items to the Historic Brainerd Church, Sybertsville, for the “Attic Treasures” during their annual October Festival, October 6. All proceeds are used for the continuing maintenance and restoration of the Brainerd Church and Cemetery Grounds and the adjacent Historic Cedar Grove Schoolhouse. Please contact Nannette at (570) 814-6443 to arrange a time to accept your generous donation.
PARISH BOOKS AVAILABLE
Years ago, during the pastorate of the late Father John K. Manno, two books were written and published by one of our parishioners, DR. JOHN R. LEASE and illustrated by Robin Antolick Marchetti. It is based on Cecil, oneof the large camels that figure in the St. John Bosco Outdoor Nativity. One of the books, entitled: “CECIL” (1992) is a Christmas Story and the other one is entitled: “CECIL’S JOURNEY,” (1994) is an Easter Story. Both of the popular books are family friendly and wonderful books that teach a valuable lesson for your children and may be read to your grandchildren and great grandchildren. A limited number of these hardbound edition books, which are listed with the Library of Congress, are still available. The donation is only $20 ea. If you are interested in securing a copy for yourself or to give as a gift to your children or grandchildren, please contact the parish office at 570-788-1997, EXT. 3. A copy of each of the books is available to view at the parish office. The proceeds of this sale will be given to St. John Bosco Church for our parish youth ministry
MISSIONARY IMAGE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE COMES TO THE DIOCESE OF SCRANTON!
The Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a 4’ x 6’ exact digital replica of the original Miraculous Image “painted” by Heaven on St. Juan Diego’s cloak in 1531. The Rector of the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Msgr. Diego Monroy, blessed the Missionary Image for the purpose of promoting sanctity of the family, solidarity of the Church in America, a culture of life, and a civilization of love. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to venerate the Mis-sionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe in our Diocese. Please see the parish Bulletin Board for the Public Visitation Schedule and other details.
NUREMBERG-WESTON FIRE COMPANY
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER?
Come to a meeting, contact any current member of the fire company, message the fire company on FACEBOOK or visit their web page for an application. You may also call and leave a message (name and phone number) at 570-384-4411 and someone will get back in touch with you. Meetings are on the last Sunday of the month at 7 pm at the Firehall, 459 Hazle Street, Weston. Website: https://nwvfc.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Catholic Social Services is in need of volunteers for weekly food pickups and deliveries. Pickups/deliveries will take no longer than 1 hour to complete. Please call 570-455-1521.
MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL-HOSTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Marian Catholic High School is looking for families willing to host International Students. 24/7 Support, Monthly Stipend, and students come with their own health insurance and spending money. If interested, please contact Nicole Dunn at 570-467-3335 ext. 113, or ndunn@mariancatholichs.org.
NEW ROOTS - ROAD TO RECOVERY
Providing Peer-Based Recovery Support Services
100 South Wyoming Street, Hazleton
Contact: 570-455-7000, Open: 8 am until 6 pm daily.
http://www.newrootspa.org
Email: information@newrootspa.org
Assisting those with a substance use disorder
and their families.
Certified Recovery Specialist
HEARTWOOD CENTER: Willow Foundation
Providing services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity and/or food insecurity.
Breakfast and Lunch served daily, computer lab, etc.
SLOVAK PUBLICATION
The Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union's publication ZORNICKA is available for anyone who desires a copy at the main entrance of St. John Bosco Church.
Adult Prayer Group
"One in Christ Prayer Group" Meets at 12:45 PM on every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month unless other-wise announced. We meet in the basement of Holy Annunciation Church (St. Gabriel's). Do come and join us sometime for Rosary or Divine Mercy Chaplet, praise, song, scripture sharing, intercessory prayer, and sharing of how the Lord is working in our lives. Any questions, please call George Gunzerath at 570-455-1951 or Arlene Stagg 570-788-3643.
TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO AT GOOD SHEPHERD
You are invited to attend our neighboring parish for bingo at Good Shepherd Church in Drums on Tuesday evenings. Lot of fun and good cash prizes. The kitchen opens at 5:00 PM with special soups, sandwiches, beverages, ethnic foods and a variety of other goodies. The Early Bird game begins at 6:00 PM.
EMMAUS MINISTRY
Christ Lutheran Church, Conyngham, sponsors the Emmaus Ministry. They provide transportation to church events, medical appointments, and Food Pantry. If you have a need for this service or would like to be a driver, please contact Br. Fred Jaxheimer, OEF, 570 956-5991, (cell phone), or the Christ Lutheran Church in Conyngham.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES - “TO GO DINNER” PROGRAM
Catholic Social Services is in the preliminary planning stage of a “To Go Dinner” program, which will allow us to serve a hot meal in our community two days a week. We are looking for volunteers to pick up the prepared meals at St. Vincent Kitchen in Wilkes Barre and deliver it the CSS Family Center, 106 S. Church St. Hazleton, PA 18201. Pick up time would be between noon and one. This would require use of a personal van or vehicle that could carry multiple chafing dishes. Please call the office at (570) 455-1521 for more information.
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