Home/Resources/News
25 Latest Articles Current Articles | Archives | Search

Entries for 2026

Sunday, June 21, 2026

Posted on June 18, 2026 in: General News

Sunday, June 21, 2026
From the Pastor’s Desk: Please note: with the priests away at the Emmaus Convocation, there are no Masses on June 23, 24, 25 (Tuesday, Wed., Thurs.).  Yes, we do have Mass on Friday, June 26!! Happy Father’s Day!  I want to first wish any fathers, whether biological fathe...

Read More

Parish News

ALL KIDS PRE-K THROUGH 6TH GRADE WELCOME!

Posted on June 16, 2026 in: General News

ALL KIDS PRE-K THROUGH 6TH GRADE WELCOME!

Read More

Parish News

Volunteers Needed to plan our Parish Picnic

Posted on June 15, 2026 in: General News

Volunteers Needed to plan our Parish Picnic
Our church picnic planning is underway.  We need several volunteers to help plan an unforgettable event for our parish families.  If you are willing to help us out, please call the rectory at 724.981.5566 and get your name on the list.  Many hands make light work.  

Read More

Parish News

Sunday, June 14, 2026

Posted on June 11, 2026 in: General News

Sunday, June 14, 2026
From the Pastor’s Desk: Update on the pilgrimage to the Sisters of the Children of Mary: still waiting for them to call me back! Congratulations to St. Bartholomew parishioners John and Marianne Elliott, who recently celebrated their 41st Marriage Anniversary!  They entered into the...

Read More

Parish News

Because Fr. Miller will be at the Emmaus Convocation, there will be no Masses June 23, 24 or 25.

Posted on June 10, 2026 in: General News

Because Fr. Miller will be at the Emmaus Convocation, there will be no Masses June 23, 24 or 25.
Please keep all our Diocesan Priests in your prayers as they attend their annual Emmaus Convocation June 22-25.   You can support our priests by praying The Emmaus Prayer daily: Lord Jesus. Hear our prayer for the spiritual renewal of priests and deacons. We praise you for giving thei...

Read More

Parish News

All are welcome ~ June 18, 2026

Posted on June 02, 2026 in: General News

All are welcome ~ June 18, 2026
The Notre Dame Book Club will meet Thursday, June 18th in the Multi-Purpose Room at 6:30pm. We will be reading Broken County by Clare Leslie Hall. We will not meet in July or August, but will resume in September.  Check the bulletin in August for our September book. All are welcome!

Read More

Parish News

Sunday, June 7 ~ Feast of the Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ

Posted on June 02, 2026 in: General News

Sunday, June 7 ~ Feast of the Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ
Reflections for the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Fr. Antony Kadavil reflects and comments on the readings for the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. He says that the emphasis is on the Eucharist as the sign of the covenant. (EX. 24:3-8, HEBREWS 9:11-15, MA...

Read More

Parish News

Canceled because of lack of interest,...

Posted on May 27, 2026 in: General News

Canceled because of lack of interest,...
We apologize for any inconvenience, but we only had a few ladies signed up by the deadline and wouldn't have been able to cover the cost of the event.  Hopefully we will be able to have this lovely event again next year.   Thank you to our Social Committee who puts forth the effort to ...

Read More

Parish News

Please return donations by this Sunday, June 14th

Posted on May 26, 2026 in: General News

Please return donations by this Sunday, June 14th

Read More

Parish News

Have a blessed & safe holiday weekend!

Posted on May 20, 2026 in: General News

Have a blessed & safe holiday weekend!
HEAR OUR PR AYERS THIS DAY BY AUSTIN FLEMING In the quiet sanctuaries of our own hearts, let each of us name and call on the One whose power over us is great and gentle, firm and forgiving, holy and healing ... You who created us, who sustain us, who call us to live in peace, ...

Read More

Parish News

May 17, 18, 19 & 20 ~ Parish Mission ~ Don't miss it!

Posted on May 06, 2026 in: General News

May 17, 18, 19 & 20 ~ Parish Mission ~ Don't miss it!
We are blessed to  have a guest priest for all of our Masses this weekend, our native son Fr. Brian Beal, and a 5 day parish mission with the Sisters of the Children of Mary.  Three or four Sisters are coming from the Motherhouse in Newark, OH.  They will be speaking at the end of all...

Read More

Parish News

THIS SUNDAY...Join us at the Notre Dame Multipurpose Room

Posted on May 05, 2026 in: General News

THIS SUNDAY...Join us at the Notre Dame Multipurpose Room
  KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday, May 17, 2026 8:000 am—1:00 pm NOTRE DAME MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM Includes: Pancakes, Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Fruit and DrinkS!

Read More

Parish News

Wednesday, May 13th ~ Feast of Our Lady of Fatima

Posted on April 27, 2026 in: General News

Wednesday, May 13th ~ Feast of Our Lady of Fatima
  The Blue Army of Mercer County will be celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima with an hour of prayer on Wednesday, May 13th at noon at Our Lady of Fatima Church. Devotions will include the Rosary and May Crowning of Our Lady of Fatima traveling Pilgrim Statue.  

Read More

Parish News

We are having a bake sale after 11am Mass this Sunday.

Posted on April 08, 2026 in: General News

We are having a bake sale after 11am Mass this Sunday.
Please join the Rosarians on Sunday, April 12th at 10:25am before the 11am Mass for the praying of the most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the Church of Notre Dame. The Rosary Society meeting to follow immediately after the Mass in the Founders Room. The society is open to all women...

Read More

Parish News

Join us next Saturday, April 18th!

Posted on April 07, 2026 in: General News

Join us next Saturday, April 18th!
Back by popular demand Spring Wine & Cheese Night Saturday, April 18 ND Multipurpose Room after the 4pm Mass Bring a friend or make some new ones while enjoying a few sips of your favorite wines and cheeses No reservations necessary, just stop by after Mass and we will take car...

Read More

Parish News

Join us May 5, 6-7:30pm

Posted on April 06, 2026 in: General News

Join us May 5, 6-7:30pm
POT--LUCK WITH A PROPHET :) Welcome to Pot--Luck With a Prophet, Tuesday, May 5 th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM in the Multi Purpose Room (MPR) with Pat Polesnak as our presenter of the Prophet Daniel.    We will provide the main dish, build your own Taco (or taco salad)...

Read More

Parish News

May 21st ~ Our last Sipping with the Saints for the this school year

Posted on April 05, 2026 in: General News

May 21st ~ Our last Sipping with the Saints for the this school year

Read More

Parish News

Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt ~ Easter Sunday!

Posted on April 02, 2026 in: General News

Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt ~ Easter Sunday!
Join us on Easter Sunday after 11am Mass for an Easter Egg Hunt! Please join us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday. Children under the age of 12 are welcome to join the fun. There will be plenty of eggs and prizes scattered on the lawn after 11am Mass.  

Read More

Parish News

Holy Triduum Schedule

Posted on March 26, 2026 in: General News

Holy Triduum Schedule
Holy Week is a week of prayer, reflection and gratitude for Christians as we contemplate the agony Jesus endured for us and the hope of the Resurrection. Our freedom was bought for us by Him. Life did not end on the cross; it was the beginning of a new and glorious eternal life.   PALM SU...

Read More

Parish News

K of C Easter Bread Sale weekend of March 28/29

Posted on March 16, 2026 in: General News

K of C Easter Bread Sale weekend of March 28/29
Knights of Columbus Easter Bread Sale Palm Sunday Weekend, March 28 & 29  Bread purchases and pickup will be available Saturday at St. John Paul II School Kitchen and also before & after all Masses March 28th & 29th @ Our Lady of Fatima, St Barts, ...

Read More

Parish News

See below for changes to the Mass schedule while Fr. Miller is away

Posted on March 11, 2026 in: General News

See below for changes to the Mass schedule while Fr. Miller is away
Please note that there are NO weekday Masses on Tuesday or Wednesday this week, but there will be Masses on Thursday and Friday.  

Read More

Parish News

Getting ready for our Easter Egg Hunt - Easter Sunday

Posted on March 04, 2026 in: General News

Getting ready for our Easter Egg Hunt - Easter Sunday
EASTER EGG HUNT DONATIONS NEEDED Once again, we are planning to hold our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday after 11:00am Mass.  If you would like to make a donation of “egg fillers” please drop off your donation in the basket in the church lobby.  Candy, stickers, tatt...

Read More

Parish News

All women, 18 and older...join us

Posted on February 24, 2026 in: General News

All women, 18 and older...join us
This society is open to all women of both St. Bartholomew and Notre Dame partnered parishes over the age of 18. Please call the parish office at 724.981.5566 or email Patty Bauer at [email protected] for more info.

Read More

Parish News

'Seasons of Hope' Group for the Bereaved ~ Starts this Tuesday, Feb. 24

Posted on February 18, 2026 in: General News

'Seasons of Hope' Group for the Bereaved ~ Starts this Tuesday, Feb. 24
Mourning the loss of someone you love is never easy, but there is hope.Registrations are now being taken: Tuesday afternoon sessions, 3-5pm, Notre Dame Parish Multi-Purpose CenterThis program, rooted in Catholic tradition, conveys God's consolation through scripture, prayer, reflection, and shar...

Read More

Parish News

Pope Leo XIV's Message for Lent

Posted on February 17, 2026 in: General News

Pope Leo XIV's Message for Lent
MESSAGE OF POPE LEO XIV FOR LENT 2026 Listening and Fasting: Lent as a Time of Conversion Dear brothers and sisters, Lent is a time in which the Church, guided by a sense of maternal care, invites us to place the mystery of God back in the center of our lives, in order to find renewal in ou...

Read More

This Wednesday ~ February 18th

Posted on February 11, 2026 in: General News

This Wednesday ~ February 18th
Ash Wednesday Mass Times Notre Dame: 9:00am and 5:30pm St. Bartholomew: 12:10pm Bishop David L. Ricken of Green Bay, Wisconsin, former chairman of the Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis, offers “10 Things to Remember for Lent”:     Remember the f...

Read More

Parish News

It' never too late...

Posted on February 10, 2026 in: General News

Grow closer to God this Lent by taking advantage of these opportunities... Attend Stations of the Cross: Thursdays 4pm at Notre Dame or Fridays 7pm at St. Bartholomew Attend Living Stations on Good Friday, 8:30pm Attend Deacon Frank's 'The Sanctuary Course' ~ every Wednesday Feb.25 - Apr 15, 6:30-8:00pm Provide time in your daily schedule to visit the chapel during Eucharis...

Read More

Parish News

SAVE THE DATES!

Posted on February 03, 2026 in: General News

SAVE THE DATES!
Notre Dame Parish Community Events Save the Dates … February 19 Stations of the Cross – Notre Dame Church Thursdays throughout Lent 4 p.m. February 20 Stations of the Cross – St. Bartholomew Church Fridays throughout Lent 4 p.m. March 12 Sipping with the Saints &nd...

Read More

Parish News

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Posted on January 27, 2026 in: General News

Saturday, February 28, 2026
Prayer & Fundraising Breakfast Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:00am At the Corinthian Banquet Hall & Event Center, 47 Vine Ave., Sharon, PA  16146 For tickets, please call: Margaret Hurl at 724.699.5398 Guest Speaker: Brian Warren, M.D. Brian Warren, M.D. is a practicing a...

Read More

Diocesan News

Join us Wednesday, February 11th at St. Michael Church

Posted on January 19, 2026 in: General News

Join us Wednesday, February 11th at St. Michael Church
The Blue Army of Mercer County will be holding a devotion service to honor the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. St. Michael Church Following the 9:00am Mass Wednesday, February 11, 2026 To include the Rosary and crowning of the Pilgrim Virgin statue of Our Lady of Fatima. All are we...

Read More

Parish News

The Sanctuary Course for Catholics

Posted on January 14, 2026 in: General News

The Sanctuary Course for Catholics
New Adult Faith Formation Opportunity With Deacon Frank Hannah   THE SANCTUARY COURSE FOR CATHOLICS Would you value joining others in a conversation about mental health? Would you like to discover what God, Scripture, and Church have to say in light of the experiences of mental heal...

Read More

Parish News

Thank you to our Faith Formation families!

Posted on January 07, 2026 in: General News

Thank you to our Faith Formation families!
The Faith Formation families donated items (blankest, playing cards, cookies, pens and pencils, puzzle books, and tissues). to bring some holiday joy to about 25 of our shut-ins.

Read More

Parish News