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Father Kevin's Message
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Bulletin Message for January 23, 2022
Synod on Synodality
During the next few weeks you will see on this website and in our bulletin more information about the “Synod on Synodality” that Pope Francis is initiating for every Catholic diocese in the world.
Each parish within every diocese is expected to host a session(s) for people to gather and offer their experiences of their Catholic faith and the Catholic Church. These sessions will have a facilitator and notetakers to keep the objectives and flow of the meeting moving in the direction that we have been given by a diocesan committee working on an agenda for us to follow.
Upon completion of the meetings, the notetakers will work with the facilitator to synthesize the conversations and valued input from those people in attendance, and compile this information into a report that will be submitted to the diocesan Synod committee. That committee is then expected to synthesize each parish report, and submit that to a Synod committee in Rome, which will eventually report to the pope.
As you can imagine, this is a very ambitious and global undertaking!
All Saints Parish will host two sessions:- Monday, February 21, at 6:30pm at St. Michael the Archangel hall
- Sunday, February 27, at 12:30pm at St. Andrew Hall
Each session is to last approximately two hours with an agenda that includes an introduction and welcome, opening prayer, overview of the Synod process, small group discussions on fundamental questions and core topics. The sessions will conclude with what is being called an “honorable closure” and closing prayer.
If you are interested in attending either session, please register at tinyurl.com/AllSaintsSynod so we can plan accordingly as we set up the space, print out materials, and plan refreshments. If you do not have access to a computer, please call our office at 724-482-2690 ext. 221 and we will sign you up.
May we be open to the guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit through this synodal process, and at all times in our lives.
Blessing of Throats
Our annual blessing of throats will take place at the conclusion of each Mass (8am at St. Paul and 12:05pm at St. Andrew) on Thursday, February 3, the feast of St. Blaise. The priest will offer a general blessing for everyone in attendance after communion is distributed.
I pray for you daily.
Yours in Christ,
Rev. Kevin C. Fazio
For other bulletin messages from Father Kevin, click here.
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UPDATED JAN. 7: Important Covid-19 Safety Protocols
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In a continuing commitment to care for the health, safety, and spiritual well-being of the faithful in the Diocese of Pittsburgh, Bishop David Zubik announces the following updated COVID-19 Safety Protocols for diocesan parishes. These practices are effective Jan. 7, 2022, and are to be continued until further notice.
The diocesan protocol updates are based on the dramatic surge in community spread of the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus, and will be re-evaluated on an ongoing basis as more information from the CDC and local healthcare officials becomes available.
“As Christians and community members, we have a responsibility to protect ourselves, each other and our neighbors. When we all follow these steps, it will slow this virus, help us keep our churches open and move us toward the day when can once again associate with others more freely.”
Pope Francis, Bishop Zubik, and other Catholic bishops across the world continue to encourage all who are eligible to get COVID vaccines and booster shots as an act of love for all people, especially the most vulnerable.
Effective immediately and until further notice:- As leaders in their parishes and in the community, unless extraordinary circumstances warrant otherwise, all priests and deacons must wear masks during the celebration of Mass at all times, including when preaching and at the altar.
- Everyone entrusted with the distribution of Holy Communion must wear a mask. They must also sanitize their hands immediately prior to distribution, and throughout distribution as necessary.
- Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, servers, greeters, ushers, lectors and cantors, must wear a mask. In addition, faith formation leaders, catechists, and those who visit the sick or homebound must wear a mask.
- Choir members must wear masks at all times.
- The presentation of the gifts is suspended until further notice.
- As already directed, the practice of shaking hands to offer the Sign of Peace is suspended until further notice.
- As also previously directed, those attending Mass are urgently encouraged to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. Based on their age, health history, and family considerations, parishioners must make prudent decisions regarding getting vaccinated, wearing a mask, and staying home if not feeling well. As a reminder, anyone who is sick, feels they are at risk, or is a primary caregiver, as well as those who have serious anxiety about being part of a large group at this time are excused from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass (CCC #2181).
- It is strongly recommended that any parish events outside of Holy Mass are to either be cancelled, rescheduled, or be held virtually.
- Livestream Mass options are to continue, to serve those who are not able to come to Mass in-person.
“I am grateful for the faith, love and patience that our people have shown throughout this pandemic,” said Bishop Zubik. “Please join me in prayer for all of those who are ill and who have lost loved ones. We also pray that God will continue to guide the medical researchers and health care professionals to bring about a swift end to this pandemic.”
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We Are Hiring!
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Youth and Young Adult Program Director Position Available
All Saints Roman Catholic Parish in Butler, PA, is looking for a person with a positive and energetic spirit to serve as a full-time Youth and Young Adult Program Director.
The Youth and Young Adult Program, called JAL (Jesus Alive and Living) focuses on educating and ministering to our middle school and high school parishioners, along with the young adults in the parish and in the Butler community.
Responsibilities include organizing and leading gatherings and activities, scriptures studies, retreats, and yearly mission trips.
The candidate must have a positive attitude, good communication and organizational skills, the ability to be creative in sharing and spreading the Catholic faith to youth and young adults, and be a team player with good people skills. College degree and/or experience working with youth and young adults is required. Familiarity with Lifeteen, Edge, and FOCUS resources is a benefit.
This position/program is based out of the St. Conrad Church campus in Meridian, and offers competitive pay with benefits.
Please send resume and cover letter to Rev. Kevin C. Fazio at 128 N. McKean St., Butler, PA 16001 or kfazio@allsaintsbutler.org
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News from Our Parish
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You Are Invited to Participate in Synod Process
Pope Francis has invited every Catholic to advise him on how to discern the Church's path forward in advance of a 2023 Synod of Bishops.
All Saints Parish invites you to participate in this ambitious global process by attending one of two synod sessions that we are holding on the parish level.
The sessions will be held onMonday, Feb. 21, at 6:30pm at St. Michael the Archangel Hall
Sunday, Feb. 27, at 12:30pm at St. Andrew Hall.Please sign up in advance at tinyurl.com/AllSaintsSynod so we can plan accordingly as we set up the space, print out materials, and plan refreshments. If you do not have access to a computer, please call our office at 724-482-2690 ext. 221 and we will sign you up.
To learn more about the sessions, please download the Participant Guide that is available at diopitt.org/journeying-together. If you don’t have access to a computer or print, you may pick up a printed version of the guide at our parish offices at St. Paul and St. Conrad.
Note: If the COVID surge continues and we are unable to meet in person, we will make these sessions virtual.
This journey will conclude in October 2023 in Rome where Pope Francis will listen to bishops who have been listening to their people worldwide.
For more information you may text “Synod2021" to 84576.
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NEW: We Are Changing the Way Our Facilities Are Reserved, Rented
Does your ministry meet in one of our churches’ facilities? Do you want to rent a hall for a wedding reception or baby shower?
Effective Jan. 1, All Saints Parish is changing the way its facilities are reserved and rented.
ALL requests are to be directed to Kelly Livermore, business administrative assistant, at 724-287-1759 ext. 124 or KLivermore@AllSaintsButler.org. This includes the meeting rooms, classrooms and halls at St. Andrew, St. Conrad, St. Michael the Archangel, St. Paul and St. Peter campuses.
Kelly is working closely with our staff to meet the challenge of coordinating the maintenance and use of our five campuses at a time when demand for our facilities is increasing. She will coordinate the following:
- Scheduling meetings and rentals so there are no conflicts or double bookings
- Handling contracts and payments for hall rentals
- Unlocking / locking facilities
- Ensuring the facilities are set up and cleaned up
For more information and to see a rental contract, please go to AllSaintsButler.org/Facilities.
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Women Invited to Bible Study on “Courageous Virtue”
The women of All Saints Parish are invited to an 8-session Bible study that focuses on “Courageous Virtue: A Bible Study on Moral Excellence for Women,” a book by Stacy Mitch.
The Bible study will meet every other Wednesday – Jan. 26, Feb. 9 & 23, March 9 & 23, April 6 & 20, May 4 – from 6:30 to 8pm in the double classroom in the St. Conrad Social Center.
Participants will need to order the book in advance and read through Lesson One before the Jan. 26 session. The book is available online through multiple sites.
For each session, participants need to bring the book and a Bible that is an approved translation by the Catholic Church. We will use the New American Bible – Revised Edition. If you do not have this Bible, we will provide one for you. Approved versions can be found at https://www.usccb.org/offices/new-american-bible/approved-translations-bible
Please sign up at tinyurl.com/AllSaintsBibleStudy2022. Spaces are limited.
Info: Jayni Kaufman at mikejayni@zoominternet.net
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Men's Club Raffle Benefits Seminarians
The All Saints Parish Men's Club is selling raffle tickets to raise funds for the Seminarian Stipend Fund.
The tickets are $5 each and only 500 will be sold. The drawing will be held on Feb. 3.
Please contact Jack Hutchinson at 412-614-9142 to buy tickets.
Prizes provided through Miller's Quality Meats are as follows:
1st Prize: $600 Value Package
2nd Prize: $250 Value Package
3rd Prize: $100 Value Package
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Encounter Mission Livestreams
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Monday, Dec. 20, 2021
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Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021
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Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021
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