Bulletin 1-28-24

Divine Liturgy Guide

Sunday, January 28, 2024

Sunday of the Prodigal Son

SAT JAN 27:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy IMO Joseph & Ester Linko by Linda Pirritano

SUN JAN 28:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of the Prodigal Son Blessings for His people

MON JAN 29:  Translation of the Relics of Ignatius Martyr READ Mark 11:1-11

TUES JAN 30:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Three Holy Hierarchs Blessings for Tony & Dennis Lilik                                                                                                                                               The Myronyuk Family

WED JAN 31:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy  +Michel Shibak The Lilik Family

THURS FEB 1:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy  +Ukrainian Solders by Friends of Ukraine

FRI FEB 2:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy +John McTague The Lilik Family

SAT FEB 3:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Feodor Skorupka The Zak Family

SUN FEB 4:  10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of the Meat-Fare Blessings for His people

Collection Basket

1/20 – 1/21 $1408

Thank you to last week’s counters

Dave Pedley and Linda Gerrity

Next Week’s Counters are:

Mike Trusz & Olenka Chandoha-Knott

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

January 27-February 2

Mark Nagle – Jan. 28

Linda Gerrity – Jan. 29

VIGIL CANDLE SPONSORS: week beginning January 27, 2024

1   2   3Hanging Eternal Lamp $10 2 Altar Vigil Candles $10 Proskomedia Candles $10By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Joseph and + Esther Linko By: Paul and Helen Ewasko For: I.M.O.  + Mary Schwartz By: Fr. Myron & the Faithful of St. Vladimir’s Church For: Catholic Schools Week – God bless students, teachers, staff!
4   5   6   72 Tetrapod Candles $10 Jesus Vigil at Iconostas $5 Mary Vigil at Iconostas $5 St. Nicholas $5By: Linda Gerrity For: Special Intentions By: Helen Pagnotti For: I.M.O.  + Mary Tulaney Schwartz By: Biloskirka Family For: I.M.O.  + Nicholas and  + Nadia Biloskirka By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – John Lyden & family
8   9   10St. Vladimir Vigil at Iconostas $5 Jesus Entrance Vigil $5 Mary Entrance Vigil $5By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Jeffrey Lyden & family By: Stella Patrick For: Health and God’s Blessings for Stephen Patrick By: Laskowski Family For: I.M.O.  + Bohdana Myronyuk, mother of Fr. Myron
11   12   13   14   15Mother of God Statue $10 Altar 7 branch Saturday $5 Altar 7 branch Sunday $5 Blessed Mother (side altar) $5 Jesus (side altar) $5By: Fr. Myron & the Faithful of St. Vladimir’s Church For: I.M.O.  + Soldiers, + Civilians, + Refugees of Ukraine By: Lilik Family For: Deliverance of Ukraine & Protection of her Defenders By: Regina Kozel For: I.M.O. + Ihor Shablovsky By: Laskowski Family For: Birthday Blessings for Susan Brown JAN 28 By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Joseph Laskowski,  Jr.
CONFESSIONFor anyone that would like to receive the holy sacrament of confession you can let Father Myron know and set up a time either before or after Liturgy from Tuesday through Saturday.

SAINT VLADIMIR

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Mailing address: 430 N. 7th Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503-2104

Telephones: Parish Office (570) 342-7023 Fax 342-7130

Website stvladimirscranton.org

REVEREND MYRON MYRONYUK, PASTOR Email:  myronyukm@yahoo.com

Glory to Jesus Christ!  Glory Forever!  Slava Isusu Christu!  Slava Na Viky!

Divine Liturgies: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m.,

Holy Days & Weekdays see bulletin

OUR MISSION PARISH: Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

635 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sick calls / Communion calls / Home visits/ Emergencies: call parish office.

CALENDAR

  • Pyrohy sale distribution dates:
    • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    • Saturday, March 16, 2024
  • Myasopusna Pre-Lenten Pork & Kapusta Dinner
    • Sunday. February 4, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. IMPORTANT DIVINE LITURGY CHANGE FOR SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH

Divine Liturgy for Sunday February 4th has been changed to 10:30 a.M. So that parishioners may attend the parish dinner

  • ANNUAL PRE-LENTEN DINNER SCHEDULED

Our Annual “Myasopusna”,  a Traditional Pre-Lenten Pork & Kapusta Dinner is scheduled for Sunday. Feb. 4th. here at St. Vladimir’s Parish Center.  The menu will consist of  Roast Pork Loin,  Kapusta,  Mashed Potatoes, Gravy,  Vegetable,  Rolls w/ butter,  and dessert.  Table seating as well as take-out options are available.  **By reservation only.** Cost: $15.00 pp.   For reservations, please call Maria :  570 –  503 – 1514 no later than Mon. Jan. 29th.   **Take-outs will be available for pick-up between  11 – 11:45am. ** Dining in will start at 12:noon.  Call for reservations today !  Basket Raffles and 50-50 will be available !   Come and enjoy an afternoon of good   food and fellowship.   Hope to see you there !

  • BAKED GOODS NEEDED

Baked goods are needed for our Pork & Kapusta Dinner on Feb. 4th.  Kindly bring your dessert item to the hall on Saturday afternoon or before Liturgy on Sunday morning before the dinner.  Thank you in advance. 

  • RAFFLE BASKETS REQUESTED

Donations of Raffle Baskets are requested for our upcoming dinner.  Your generosity is most appreciated.  See co-chairperson’s, Pat or Kristen Waznak with any questions.  Baskets can be dropped off in the hall before Liturgies starting next weekend up until the morning of the dinner, before liturgy.  Thanks again !

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Divine Liturgy requests being accepted

Divine Liturgy requests are now being accepted for 2024.  Liturgies are available Mondays through Saturdays.  Please fill out a request form (pink sheet) located in the back of the Church and drop it into the collection basket or give it to Fr. Myron directly.  This is your chance to honor a Loved One (Living or Deceased) by requesting a Divine Liturgy in their Honor.

  • Bulletin Advertisers being Accepted

If you know of anyone who would like to advertise in our Bulletin, please contact Fr. Myron or Maria Ruane.  The prices are very reasonable and will help offset the cost of Bulletin publishing.

  • TAKING DOWN CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS

Tuesday, January 30th. Immediately following the holy day Divine Liturgy. Any help would be much appreciated.

  • Lottery Calendar Fundraiser in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre will be holding a Lottery Calendar Fundraiser.  The “Lottery Calendar” will be for the month of February 2024.  Calendars are $5.00 each and offer the opportunity to win cash each of the 29 days of the month.  Returns can be made until Sunday, January 29th.  All prize money will be distributed the week of March 4th.  See Fr. Myron to purchase these Calendars.

  • Blessing of Candles on Friday

The Presentation of Our Lord into the Temple Solemn Holy Day is this Friday, February 2nd.  Divine Liturgy will be held at 9:00am.  The traditional Blessing of Candles will take place.  If you would like a Blessed Candle for your home, you may pick one up in the front of the church at the conclusion of Liturgy.  A donation will be appreciated.

  1. Collection for Church Repairs next Weekend

A reminder that Donations for Church repairs can be made next Weekend, February 3rd & 4th.  Please use the specially marked envelope to make your contribution.  Thank you to everyone for your generosity toward the upkeep of our buildings and property.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. World Day of Consecrated Life is February 2nd

In 1997, Pope St. John Paul II initiated a Day of Prayer for vocations of women and men to the consecrated life.  In both the East and West, Catholics on the Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord into the Temple bless candles. Our Lord Jesus Christ is the Light of the World. We Christians also are called to be “lights” to the world, to others. Those in consecrated life are called in a special way to reflect the Light of Christ. 

  1. Three Holy Hierarchs Holy Day on Tuesday

The three Holy Hierarchs are pillars of the church. Living in and around the 300s, Sts. Basil, Gregory and John Chrysostom were great theologians during their age.  And not only were they highly acclaimed during their time, but we continue to read their words and be inspired by their lives today.  While each of these great men have their own feast days, we celebrate them together on January 30th.  There was Basil, who admired the saint’s ability to clearly communicate the mysteries of our faith.  Gregory was the closest to achieving theosis.  Finally, John Chrysostom, who wrote with such eloquence that we are still using his Divine Liturgy today.  One night, a bishop named John Mauropous had a dream where the three holy hierarchs appeared. The three holy hierarchs explained that they are all equal before God. The saints requested that they would be celebrated together on a single feast day.  And that is how we came to have the feast of the 3 Holy Hierarchs.  Divine Liturgy will be held at 9:00am on Tuesday.

  1. Sorokousty Information being Collected

We are now collecting information for the Lenten Sorokousty (Remembrance of the Beloved Dead) services.  If you would like the souls of your Beloved prayed for during Lent as is customary, please fill out the Sorokousty envelope found in your envelope box and drop it in the collection basket.  Fr. Myron will read all names during Lenten services.  Lent begins February 12th.

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Please include in your prayers those members of our parish who are in hospitals, care homes, rehabilitation facilities & those who are not able to join us actively in our church community.

Mountain View

Irene Slagan

Home

Anastasia Korman

Andrea Geraghty

Stella Patrick

Stanley Krupinski

Helen Ewasko

Katrina Izak Wilson

Home

Dr. Walter Dobushak

Sophia Soniak

Jean Chomko

Julie Yevich

Charles Drumsta

Regina Kozel

Andrea Wells

Bohdonna Sherpinskas

Home

Doris Romancho

Mary Warholak

Dorothy Kowalchick

Stephen Nidoh

Mary Tucker

Michael Seechock

Steve Patrick

Bulletin 1-21-24

Divine Liturgy Guide

Sunday, January 21, 2024

Sunday of the Publican & Pharisee

SAT JAN 20:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Paraskevia Tutka by John Tutka

SUN JAN 21:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of the Publican & Pharisee Blessings for His People

MON JAN 22:  Timothy Apostle Anastasius Martyr READ Mark 13:9-13

TUES JAN 23:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy Health & healings for Linda Ardo The Lilik Family

WED JAN 24:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Olena & Ivan Svysh by Family

THURS JAN 25:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Ukrainian Solders & People by Friends

FRI JAN 26:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy Blessings for Michael Sosnovyj by Family

SAT JAN 27:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy IMO Joseph & Ester Linko by Linda Pirritano

SUN JAN 28:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of the Prodigal Son Blessings for His people

Collection Basket

1/13 – 1/14 $3103

Thank you to last week’s counters

Dorothy Kowalchick & Debbie Dommes

Next Week’s Counters are:

Dave Pedley and Linda Gerrity

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

January 20-26

Jeanine Capman – Jan. 21

Greg Romancho – Jan. 26

VIGIL CANDLE SPONSORS: week beginning January 20, 2024

1   2   3Hanging Eternal Lamp $10 2 Altar Vigil Candles $10 Proskomedia Candles $10By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Joseph and + Esther Linko By: Knott and Chandoha Families For: Health and God’s Blessings for Shakeh Sassoon By: Lilik Family For: Deliverance of Ukraine & Protection of her Defenders
4   5   6   72 Tetrapod Candles $10 Jesus Vigil at Iconostas $5 Mary Vigil at Iconostas $5 St. Nicholas $5By: Carol Tutka For: I.M.O.  + Joseph Tutka – anniversary remembrance JAN 25 By: Laskowski Family For: + Joseph Laskowski grandfather – anniversary of repose JAN 24 By: Biloskirka Family For: I.M.O.  + Nicholas and  + Nadia Biloskirka By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Joseph Laskowski, Jr.
8   9   10St. Vladimir Vigil at Iconostas $5 Jesus Entrance Vigil $5 Mary Entrance Vigil $5By: Sharmayne Tucker and Sons For: I.M.O.  + Walter Michael Tucker, Jr. By: Stella Patrick For: Health and God’s Blessings for Stephen Patrick By: Laskowski Family For: + George Marinchak grandfather  – anniversary of repose JAN 25
11   12   13   14   15Mother of God Statue $10 Altar 7 branch Saturday $5 Altar 7 branch Sunday $5 Blessed Mother (side altar) $5 Jesus (side altar) $5By: Maria, Adam and Luke Ruane For: God’s Blessings upon the Scranton Police Department By: Regina Kozel For: I.M.O.  + Ihor Shablovsky By: Helen A.  Pagnotti, granddaughter For: I.M.O.  + Antoinette Schiavo – anniversary of repose JAN 21 By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Jeffrey Lyden & family By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – John Lyden & family
CONFESSIONFor anyone that would like to receive the holy sacrament of confession you can let Father Myron know and set up a time either before or after Liturgy from Tuesday through Saturday.

SAINT VLADIMIR

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Mailing address: 430 N. 7th Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503-2104

Telephones: Parish Office (570) 342-7023 Fax 342-7130

Website stvladimirscranton.org

REVEREND MYRON MYRONYUK, PASTOR Email:  myronyukm@yahoo.com

Glory to Jesus Christ!  Glory Forever!  Slava Isusu Christu!  Slava Na Viky!

Divine Liturgies: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m.,

Holy Days & Weekdays see bulletin

OUR MISSION PARISH: Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

635 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sick calls / Communion calls / Home visits/ Emergencies: call parish office.

CALENDAR

  • Pyrohy sale distribution dates:
    • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    • Saturday, March 16, 2024
  • Myasopusna Pre-Lenten Pork & Kapusta Dinner
    • Sunday. February 4, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. JANUARY PYROHY SALE PICK UP SCHEDULE
    1. Sat. Jan. 20.  —  2:30pm – 3:45pm or after Liturgy
    1. Sun. Jan. 21 —   After Liturgy until 11:00am
  2. ANNUAL PRE-LENTEN DINNER SCHEDULED

Our Annual “Myasopusna”,  a Traditional Pre-Lenten Pork & Kapusta Dinner is scheduled for Sunday. Feb. 4th. here at St. Vladimir’s Parish Center.  The menu will consist of  Roast Pork Loin,  Kapusta,  Mashed Potatoes, Gravy,  Vegetable,  Rolls w/ butter,  and dessert.  Table seating as well as take-out options are available.  **By reservation only.** Cost: $15.00 pp.   For reservations, please call Maria :  570 –  503 – 1514 no later than Mon. Jan. 29th.   **Take-outs will be available for pick-up between  11 – 11:45am. ** Dining in will start at 12:noon.  Call for reservations today !  Basket Raffles and 50-50 will be available !   Come and enjoy an afternoon of good   food and fellowship.   Hope to see you there !

  • BAKED GOODS NEEDED

Baked goods are needed for our Pork & Kapusta Dinner on Feb. 4th.  Kindly bring your dessert item to the hall on Saturday afternoon or before Liturgy on Sunday morning before the dinner.  Thank you in advance. 

  • RAFFLE BASKETS REQUESTED

Donations of Raffle Baskets are requested for our upcoming dinner.  Your generosity is most appreciated.  See co-chairperson’s, Pat or Kristen Waznak with any questions.  Baskets can be dropped off in the hall before Liturgies starting next weekend up until the morning of the dinner, before liturgy.  Thanks again !

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Deepest sympathies

Deepest sympathies to the Izak family, Leslie, Mark & family on the passing of Leslie’s mom, Mary Schwartz.  Viewing Sunday evening 4-6pm. Donahue funeral home.  Mass 10am Monday morning, St. Patrick’s chapel.  Veechnaya Pam’yat. 

  • PYROHY Helper Sign-up

Sign-up sheets are in the foyer of the church.  Come 1 day, come 3 days, or come for a few hours.  Any and all help is greatly appreciated for this important fundraiser.  Proceeds are the key to paying our heating bills for our church properties.   Hope to see you there!  

  • Divine Liturgy requests being accepted

Divine Liturgy requests are now being accepted for 2024.  Liturgies are available Mondays through Saturdays.  Please fill out a request form (pink sheet) located in the back of the Church and drop it into the collection basket or give it to Fr. Myron directly.  This is your chance to honor a Loved One (Living or Deceased) by requesting a Divine Liturgy in their Honor.

  • Bulletin Advertisers being Accepted

If you know of anyone who would like to advertise in our Bulletin, please contact Fr. Myron or Maria Ruane.  The prices are very reasonable and will help offset the cost of Bulletin publishing.

  • Roast Beef and Halupki Dinner this Sunday

St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Minersville will be holding a Roast Beef and Halupki Dinner this Sunday, January 21st, from 11:00am-1:00pm, at St Nicholas Hall, Rt. 901, Primrose.  Drive-thru pick-up only.  Includes Roast Beef, Halupki, Mashed Potatoes, Filling and Vegetable. $15.  Call 570-544-4581.  All Dinners must be ordered and pre-paid in advance.

  1. Collection for Insurance this Weekend

A reminder that Donations toward our Insurance Costs can be made this weekend, January 20th & 21st.  Please use the specially marked envelope in your collection packet.  Thank you for your generous support of our Parish.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Blessing of Homes continues

The Blessing of Homes continues this week by Fr. Myron.  Mark an envelope “Home Blessing” and drop it in the collection basket.  Fr. Myron will then contact you to schedule a Home Blessing.  Take advantage of this long-time Ukrainian Tradition!

  1. Holubtsi Dinner next Saturday in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Wilkes- Barre will hold a take-out Piggie / Holubtsi Dinner on Saturday, January 27th, 2024. Dinners may be picked up between 12:00 (noon) and 4:00 pm in the school hall, on the corner of North River and West Chestnut Streets, Wilkes-Barre. Dinner includes Piggies (meat & rice stuffed cabbage), mashed potatoes, vegetables, bread and butter and dessert. Dinners will be $15.00 for adults and $9.00 for children (12 and under). Walk-in customers will be welcomed, but reservations are Strongly Encouraged, (570) 829-3051.

  1. Our Journey to Pascha 2024!

Week beginning January 21st, Publican and the Pharisee.  Epistle: 2 Timothy 3, 10-15.  Gospel: Luke 18, 10-14.  Participate by showing compassion on the poor and distressed.  Trust in God, not yourself and ask for His help before every task this week.  – Fr. Vitalii Stashkevych.

  1. TAKING DOWN CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS

Tuesday, January 30th. Immediately following the holy day Divine Liturgy. Any help would be much appreciated.

  1. Lottery Calendar Fundraiser in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre will be holding a Lottery Calendar Fundraiser.  The “Lottery Calendar” will be for the month of February 2024.  Calendars are $5.00 each and offer the opportunity to win cash each of the 29 days of the month.  Returns can be made until Sunday, January 29th.  All prize money will be distributed the week of March 4th.  See Fr. Myron to purchase these Calendars.

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Please include in your prayers those members of our parish who are in hospitals, care homes, rehabilitation facilities & those who are not able to join us actively in our church community.

Mountain View

Irene Slagan

Home

Anastasia Korman

Andrea Geraghty

Stella Patrick

Stanley Krupinski

Helen Ewasko

Katrina Izak Wilson

Home

Dr. Walter Dobushak

Sophia Soniak

Jean Chomko

Julie Yevich

Charles Drumsta

Regina Kozel

Andrea Wells

Bohdonna Sherpinskas

Home

Doris Romancho

Mary Warholak

Dorothy Kowalchick

Stephen Nidoh

Mary Tucker

Michael Seechock

Steve Patrick

Bulletin 1-14-23

Divine Liturgy Guide

Sunday, January 14, 2024

Sunday of Zaccheus

SAT JAN 13:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy Blessings for Frank Waznak by Myronyuk family

SUN JAN 14:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of Zaccheus Blessings for His People

MON JAN 15:  Paul and John Venerable READ Mark 12:14-17

TUES JAN 16:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Ukrainian Solders, Civilians & Refuges The Knott Family

WED JAN 17:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Anna Dacyk by Nicholas Butovysh

THURS JAN 18:  Athanasius and Cyril Archbishops READ Mark 12:38-44

FRI JAN 19:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Tatiana Butovych by Nicholas Butovysh

SAT JAN 20:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Paraskevia Tutka byJohn Tutka

SUN JAN 21:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of the Publican & Pharisee Blessings for His People

Collection Basket

1/6 – 1/7 $339

Thank you to last week’s counters

Mike Trusz & Olenka Chandoha-Knott

Next Week’s Counters are:

Dorothy Kowalchick & Debbie Dommes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

January 13-19

Antonina Myronyuk – Jan. 14

Sophie Soniak – Jan. 14 (100 years old)

Donna Kozak – Jan. 19

VIGIL CANDLE SPONSORS: week beginning January 13, 2024

1   2   3Hanging Eternal Lamp $10 2 Altar Vigil Candles $10 Proskomedia Candles $10By: Michael & Claudia Soniak and Kathy Locker For: Birthday Blessings for Sophie Soniak By: Her Grandchildren For: Birthday Blessings for Sophie Soniak By: Jean and Dave Pedley For: 100th Birthday blessings for Sophie Soniak
4   5   6   72 Tetrapod Candles $10 Jesus Vigil at Iconostas $5 Mary Vigil at Iconostas $5 St. Nicholas $5By: Her Great-Grandchildren For: Birthday Blessings for Sophie Soniak JAN 14 By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Joseph Laskowski, Jr. By: Biloskirka Family For: I.M.O.  + Nicholas and  + Nadia Biloskirka By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – John Lyden and family
8   9   10St. Vladimir Vigil at Iconostas $5 Jesus Entrance Vigil $5 Mary Entrance Vigil $5By: Regina Kozel For: I.M.O.  + Ihor Shablovsky By: Stella Patrick For: Health and God’s Blessings for Stephen Patrick By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Jeffrey Lyden and family
11   12   13   14   15Mother of God Statue $10 Altar 7 branch Saturday $5 Altar 7 branch Sunday $5 Blessed Mother (side altar) $5 Jesus (side altar) $5By: Mom and Dad For: Health and God’s Blessings for Jack McDonnell By: Mary Warholak For: Health and God’s Blessings  – Helen Pagnotti By: Knott and Chandoha Families For: Birthday Blessings for Sophie Soniak –  MNOHAYA LITA! By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Esther Linko By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Joseph Linko
CONFESSIONFor anyone that would like to receive the holy sacrament of confession you can let Father Myron know and set up a time either before or after Liturgy from Tuesday through Saturday.

SAINT VLADIMIR

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Mailing address: 430 N. 7th Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503-2104

Telephones: Parish Office (570) 342-7023 Fax 342-7130

Website stvladimirscranton.org

REVEREND MYRON MYRONYUK, PASTOR Email:  myronyukm@yahoo.com

Glory to Jesus Christ!  Glory Forever!  Slava Isusu Christu!  Slava Na Viky!

Divine Liturgies: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m.,

Holy Days & Weekdays see bulletin

OUR MISSION PARISH: Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

635 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sick calls / Communion calls / Home visits/ Emergencies: call parish office.

CALENDAR

  • Pyrohy sale distribution dates:
    • Saturday, January 20, 2024
    • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    • Saturday, March 16, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. JANUARY PYROHY SALE

Our next pyrohy sale at St. Vladimir’s is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday,  January 20-21.  If you would like to place an order,  please call Leslie at:  570 –  342 – 3749  today!  There is no limit per order up until we reach our production capacity.  First call, first served.  Cost: $8.00 per dozen / frozen uncooked only.

  • JANUARY PYROHY SALE PICK UP SCHEDULE
    • Sat. Jan. 20.  —  2:30pm – 3:45pm or after Liturgy
    • Sun. Jan. 21 —   After Liturgy until 11:00am
  • JANUARY PYROHY HELP NEEDED
  • Workers needed to peel potatoes on the morning of  Wed. Jan. 17. 
  • Workers also needed on pyrohy production day, Thurs. Jan. 18. ( start time: 9:00am )
  • Workers also needed Sat. Jan. 20. to pack frozen pyrohy. ( start time: 10:00am )

Sign-up sheets are in the foyer of the church.  Come 1 day, come 3 days, or come for a few hours.  Any and all help is greatly appreciated for this important fundraiser.  Proceeds are the key to paying our heating bills for our church properties.   Hope to see you there!  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Divine Liturgy requests being accepted

Divine Liturgy requests are now being accepted for 2024.  Liturgies are available Mondays through Saturdays.  Please fill out a request form (pink sheet) located in the back of the Church and drop it into the collection basket or give it to Fr. Myron directly.  This is your chance to honor a Loved One (Living or Deceased) by requesting a Divine Liturgy in their Honor.

  • Bulletin Advertisers being Accepted

If you know of anyone who would like to advertise in our Bulletin, please contact Fr. Myron or Maria Ruane.  The prices are very reasonable and will help offset the cost of Bulletin publishing.

  • Blessing of Homes

If you would like your home Blessed by Fr. Myron, mark an envelope “Home Blessing” and drop it in the collection basket.  Fr. Myron will then contact you to schedule a Home Blessing.  Take advantage of this long-time Ukrainian Tradition!

  • Theology on Tap this Sunday in Easton

St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church, Bethlehem, invites you to come to Theology on Tap this Sunday, January 14th at 12:30pm.  “Too much Church!  Why do we have Holy Days of Obligation?” presented by Fr. Paul Makar at Boser-Geist Brewing Company, 1250 Simon Boulevard, in Easton.  Because Adult Catechesis and Eastern Catholic Spirituality Go Better with Beer!

  • Roast Beef and Halupki Dinner next Sunday

St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Minersville will be holding a Roast Beef and Halupki Dinner next Sunday, January 21st, from 11:00am-1:00pm, at St Nicholas Hall, Rt. 901, Primrose.  Drive-thru pick-up only.  Includes Roast Beef, Halupki, Mashed Potatoes, Filling and Vegetable. $15.  Call 570-544-4581.  All Dinners must be ordered and pre-paid in advance.

  • Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Dinner this Sunday

The Ukrainian Homestead, 1230 Beaver Run Road, in Lehighton will hold a Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Dinner this Sunday, January 14th at 1:00pm.  $35 per person, $55 per couple, children 12 and under free.  Space limited!  For reservation call: 267-312-2309.

Ukrainian President thanks Pope for Support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently expressed his gratitude to Pope Francis for his Christmas greetings to Ukraine and for supporting the Peace Formula.  This appreciation was conveyed during their latest phone conversation.  “I have just spoken with His Holiness Pope Francis to express gratitude for his Christmas greetings to Ukraine and Ukrainians, for his wishes of peace – just peace for all of us,” said President Zelensky. “We discussed our joint work on the Peace Formula – more than 80 states are already involved at the level of their representatives. There will be more. I am grateful to the Vatican for supporting our work.”  Pope Francis received the Ukrainian President in the Vatican on 13 May for their second in-person meeting. The first was in 2020, before Russia’s all-out invasion of its neighbor on 24 February 2022.  Since then, the two men have spoken by phone several times, the first of which was on 26 February 2022, just two days after the outbreak of the war.  Following that first phone conversation, President Zelensky said the Pope had expressed his deep sorrow for the tragic events that were unfolding in the European nation, while the President had thanked the Pope for his spiritual support for the people of Ukraine.  They spoke again by phone on 22 March 2022. President Zelensky said he had told the Pope about the dire humanitarian situation and welcomed the Holy See’s offer to mediate in order to seek a solution to human suffering.  Later, on 12 August 2022, the pair held another telephone conversation to discuss the horrors endured by the Ukrainian people due to Russia’s invasion, according to President Zelensky. He also expressed his appreciation to Pope Francis for his prayers and invited him to visit Kyiv.

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Please include in your prayers those members of our parish who are in hospitals, care homes, rehabilitation facilities & those who are not able to join us actively in our church community.

Mountain View

Irene Slagan

Home

Anastasia Korman

Andrea Geraghty

Stella Patrick

Stanley Krupinski

Helen Ewasko

Katrina Izak Wilson

Home

Dr. Walter Dobushak

Sophia Soniak

Jean Chomko

Julie Yevich

Charles Drumsta

Regina Kozel

Andrea Wells

Bohdonna Sherpinskas

Home

Doris Romancho

Mary Warholak

Dorothy Kowalchick

Stephen Nidoh

Mary Tucker

Michael Seechock

Steve Patrick

Bulletin 1-7-23

Divine Liturgy Guide

Sunday, January 7, 2024

Sunday After Theophany

SAT JAN 6:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Theophany of our Lord Blessing the water                                                                                                                                           4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Bohdana Myronyuk The LUC Friends

SUN JAN 7:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday after Theophany Blessings for His People

MON JAN 8:  George Dominica Emilian Venerables READ Mark 10:46-52

TUES JAN 9:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Dorothy Fleck by Edward & Jean Chomko

WED JAN 10:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Bohdana Myronyuk by Deborah Pusateri

THURS JAN 11:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy + Taras & All Ukrainian Solders by Family

FRI JAN 12:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 100 Birthday Blessings for Sophie Soniak by Myronyuk Family

SAT JAN 13:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy Blessings for Frank Waznak by Myronyuk family

SUN JAN 14:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of Zaccheus Blessings for His People

Collection Basket

12/30 – 12/31 $2,393

Thank you to last week’s counters

Dave Pedley and Linda Gerrity

Next Week’s Counters are:

Mike Trusz & Olenka Chandoha-Knott

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

January 6 – 12

Peter Gaffney – Jan. 9

Nola Stanton – Jan. 9

Paul Ewasko – Jan. 10

Luke Ruane – Jan. 11

Joshua Tucker – Jan. 12

VIGIL CANDLE SPONSORS: week beginning January 6, 2024

1   2   3Hanging Eternal Lamp $10 2 Altar Vigil Candles $10 Proskomedia Candles $10By: Doris,  Greg and Matthew Romancho For: I.M.O.  + Wasyl, + Catherine,  + William & + Harry Romancho #2 By: John and Helen Knott For: Birthday Blessings for Stephen Chandoha By: Michael Trusz For: I.M.O.  + Bohdana Myronyuk
4   5   6   72 Tetrapod Candles $10 Jesus Vigil at Iconostas $5 Mary Vigil at Iconostas $5 St. Nicholas $5By: Laskowski Family For: Birthday remembrance   our grandmother + Anna Marinchak JAN 8 By: Regina Kozel For: Lee Carpenetti – Get Well Wishes By: Biloskirka Family For: I.M.O.  + Nicholas and  + Nadia Biloskirka By: Mary Warholak For: Health and God’s Blessings  – Dr. and Mrs. Lilik
8   9   10St. Vladimir Vigil at Iconostas $5 Jesus Entrance Vigil $5 Mary Entrance Vigil $5By: Laskowski Family For: I.M.O.  + Joseph & + Marlene Laskowski,  our parents By: Stella Patrick For: Health and God’s Blessings for Stephen Patrick By: Sharon and Charlie Drumsta For: I.M.O.  + Betty Smulek – anniversary of repose JAN 11
11   12   13   14   15Mother of God Statue $10 Altar 7 branch Saturday $5 Altar 7 branch Sunday $5 Blessed Mother (side altar) $5 Jesus (side altar) $5By: Lilik Family For: Deliverance of Ukraine & Protection of her Defenders By: Mary Warholak For: Health and God’s Blessings for Regina Kozel By: Regina Kozel For: Steve Evers – Gratefulness By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Esther Linko By: Linda Pirritano For:  I.M.O.  + Joseph Linko
CONFESSIONFor anyone that would like to receive the holy sacrament of confession you can let Father Myron know and set up a time either before or after Liturgy from Tuesday through Saturday.

SAINT VLADIMIR

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Mailing address: 430 N. 7th Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503-2104

Telephones: Parish Office (570) 342-7023 Fax 342-7130

Website stvladimirscranton.org

REVEREND MYRON MYRONYUK, PASTOR Email:  myronyukm@yahoo.com

Glory to Jesus Christ!  Glory Forever!  Slava Isusu Christu!  Slava Na Viky!

Divine Liturgies: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m.,

Holy Days & Weekdays see bulletin

OUR MISSION PARISH: Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

635 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sick calls / Communion calls / Home visits/ Emergencies: call parish office.

CALENDAR

  • Pyrohy sale distribution dates:
    • Saturday, January 20, 2024
    • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    • Saturday, March 16, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Christmas Carol Sing Along this Sunday in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre will be holding their 29th annual Christmas Carol Sing Along this Sunday, January 7th, starting at 2:00pm.  Join in the singing of some very sacred, joyful and inspiring Christmas Carols.  Afterwards, please join us in the lower church hall for a Christmas Fellowship Social.  Please bring a friend or family member, and share the joy of Christmas with them, as we all welcome the Newborn Son of God into our hearts and homes.

  • Festival of Ukrainian Christmas Carols

The annual Festival of Ukrainian Christmas Carols will be held at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 830 N. Franklin St. in Philadelphia, this Sunday, January 7th, at 3:00pm.  Donations to support the Cathedral will be greatly appreciated.

  • Blessing of Homes

If you would like your home Blessed by Fr. Myron, mark an envelope “Home Blessing” and drop it in the collection basket.  Fr. Myron will then contact you to schedule a Home Blessing.  Take advantage of this long-time Ukrainian Tradition!

  • H.E.L.P. Collection next Weekend

A reminder that donations for H.E.L.P. (Heat, Electric, Light, Power) will be collected next weekend, January 13th & 14th.  Please use the specially marked envelope for your donation.  Thank you to all of our Parishioners for your support of St. Vladimir’s Church.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Malanka Dinner Dance next Saturday in Jenkintown

The Ukrainian Educational and Cultural Center, 700 N. Cedar Road, Jenkintown presents a Malanka Dinner Dance next Saturday, January 13th at 7:30pm.  Live music by the Soloway Band.  Buffet Dinner, Cash Bar, Vertep and performances, Raffle Baskets, Champaigne Toast at Midnight, Zabava.  Adults: $75. Ages 12-21: $60.  Children under 12: Free.  Purchase Tickets by January 10th.  Call: 215-663-1166.  Join us for an unforgettable night to celebrate the New Year the Ukrainian Way!

  • Theology on Tap next Sunday in Easton

St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church, Bethlehem, invites you to come to Theology on Tap next Sunday, January 14th at 12:30pm.  “Too much Church!  Why do we have Holy Days of Obligation?” presented by Fr. Paul Makar at Boser-Geist Brewing Company, 1250 Simon Boulevard, in Easton.  Because Adult Catechesis and Eastern Catholic Spirituality Go Better with Beer!

  • Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Dinner next Sunday

The Ukrainian Homestead, 1230 Beaver Run Road, in Lehighton will hold a Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Dinner next Sunday, January 14th at 1:00pm.  $35 per person, $55 per couple, children 12 and under free.  Space limited!  Please RSVP by January 9th.  For reservation call: 267-312-2309.

  • Lottery Calendar Fundraiser in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre will be holding a Lottery Calendar Fundraiser.  The “Lottery Calendar” will be for the month of February 2024.  Calendars are $5.00 each and offer the opportunity to win cash each of the 29 days of the month.  Returns can be made until Sunday, January 29th.  All prize money will be distributed the week of March 4th.  See Fr. Myron to purchase these Calendars.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Six-month Lottery Calendar in Simpson

Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Simpson will be sponsoring a six-month lottery calendar.  Each $20 calendar includes 2 numbers for the pick-3 evening drawing of the Pennsylvania Lottery.  Prizes include $25 on weekdays, $40 on Sundays and five $100 prizes.  Calendars purchased by check will be mailed to return address.  Make checks payable to Ss. Peter and Paul UGCC and mail to: P.O. Box 124, Carbondale, PA. 18407.  For more information contact Marge (570) 282-5680 or Dorothy (570) 282-2084.

  1. Sign-up sheets for Pyrohy helpers

Sign-up sheets are available in the back of the church for the pyrohy making process.  Come 1 day, come 3 days or come for a few hours.  All help of any amount of time is appreciated.  Our pyrohy sale income is the key to paying our heating bills for our church properties…..

  1. Bulletin Advertisers being Accepted

If you know of anyone who would like to advertise in our Bulletin, please contact Fr. Myron or Maria Ruane.  The prices are very reasonable and will help offset the cost of Bulletin publishing.

  1. Divine Liturgy requests being accepted

Divine Liturgy requests are now being accepted for 2024.  Liturgies are available Mondays through Saturdays.  Please fill out a request form (pink sheet) located in the back of the Church and drop it into the collection basket or give it to Fr. Myron directly.  This is your chance to honor a Loved One (Living or Deceased) by requesting a Divine Liturgy in their Honor.

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Please include in your prayers those members of our parish who are in hospitals, care homes, rehabilitation facilities & those who are not able to join us actively in our church community.

Mountain View

Irene Slagan

Home

Anastasia Korman

Andrea Geraghty

Stella Patrick

Stanley Krupinski

Helen Ewasko

Katrina Izak Wilson

Home

Dr. Walter Dobushak

Sophia Soniak

Jean Chomko

Julie Yevich

Charles Drumsta

Regina Kozel

Andrea Wells

Bohdonna Sherpinskas

Home

Doris Romancho

Mary Warholak

Dorothy Kowalchick

Stephen Nidoh

Mary Tucker

Michael Seechock

Steve Patrick

Bulletin 12-31-23

Divine Liturgy Guide

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Sunday After Christmas

SAT DEC 30:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Joseph & Ester Linko by Linda Pirritano

SUN DEC 31:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday After Christmas Blessing for His People

MON JAN 1:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Circumcision of our Lord Basil the Great                                                                                                                                                            Blessings for Dr. Ken & Karen Lilik  by Family

TUES JAN 2:  Sylvester Pope READ Matthew 3:1-11

WED JAN 3:  Malachi Prophet Read Mark 1:1-8

THURS JAN 4:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy For Thankfulness Steve Evers by Regina Kozel

FRI JAN 5:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy Health & Blessings for Myronyuk Family by The Lilik Family

SAT JAN 6:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Theophany of our Lord Blessing the water                                                                                                                                           4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Bohdana Myronyuk The LUC Friends

SUN JAN 7:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday after Theophany Blessings for His People

Collection Basket

12/23 – 12/25 $16,112

Thank you to last week’s counters

Dorothy Kowalchick & Debbie Dommes

Next Week’s Counters are:

Mike Trusz & Olenka Chandoha-Knott

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

December 30 – January 5

John C. Knott – Jan. 4

VIGIL CANDLE SPONSORS: week beginning December 30, 2023

1   2   3Hanging Eternal Lamp $10 2 Altar Vigil Candles $10 Proskomedia Candles $10By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Joseph and + Esther Linko By: Carol Tutka For: I.M.O.  + Joseph and + Ann Rose Tutka By: Laskowski Family For: Birthday Blessings  – Chris Laskowski & Cindy Jenner JAN 5
4   5   6   72 Tetrapod Candles $10 Jesus Vigil at Iconostas $5 Mary Vigil at Iconostas $5 St. Nicholas $5By: Carol Tutka For: + Nicholas, Sarah, Eleanor Tutka, Alexander, Caroline Krasowski By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Casey McNulty Evans By: Biloskirka Family For: I.M.O.  + Nicholas and  + Nadia Biloskirka By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Jeffrey Lyden & family
8   9   10St. Vladimir Vigil at Iconostas $5 Jesus Entrance Vigil $5 Mary Entrance Vigil $5By: Laskowski Family For: I.M.O.  + Joseph & + Marlene Laskowski,  our parents By: Stella Patrick For: Health and God’s Blessings for Stephen Patrick By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings for Miranda Vasquez
11   12   13   14   15Mother of God Statue $10 Altar 7 branch Saturday $5 Altar 7 branch Sunday $5 Blessed Mother (side altar) $5 Jesus (side altar) $5By: Lilik Family For: Deliverance of Ukraine & Protection of her Defenders By: Mary Warholak For: Health & God’s Blessings for Stella Patrick By: Regina Kozel For: I.M.O.  + Ihor Shablovsky By: Regina Kozel For: I.M.O.  + Leonard Kozel By: Mary Warholak For: Health & God’s Blessings for Michael Seechock
CONFESSIONFor anyone that would like to receive the holy sacrament of confession you can let Father Myron know and set up a time either before or after Liturgy from Tuesday through Saturday.

SAINT VLADIMIR

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Mailing address: 430 N. 7th Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503-2104

Telephones: Parish Office (570) 342-7023 Fax 342-7130

Website stvladimirscranton.org

REVEREND MYRON MYRONYUK, PASTOR Email:  myronyukm@yahoo.com

Glory to Jesus Christ!  Glory Forever!  Slava Isusu Christu!  Slava Na Viky!

Divine Liturgies: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m.,

Holy Days & Weekdays see bulletin

OUR MISSION PARISH: Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

635 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sick calls / Communion calls / Home visits/ Emergencies: call parish office.

CALENDAR

  • Pyrohy sale distribution dates:
    • Saturday, January 20, 2024
    • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    • Saturday, March 16, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. December Pyrohy Sale raises over $3,100!

This month’s Christmas Pyrohy Project was a Huge success for St. Vladimir’s Church.  Thanks to the hard work of Parish Volunteers, 445 dozen were made and sold.  Income was $3,562, expenses were $457.19, for a Profit of $3,104.81. Thank You to everyone who made and bought our delicious Pyrohy.  Special thanks to Dr. Ken and Karen Lilik for providing lunch for the workers.

  • January 1st Holy Day

Monday, January 1st is a Holy Day in observance of two feasts.  First, the Circumcision of Jesus, and second, the Feast of St. Basil the Great.  Divine Liturgy will be held at 9:00am.  Start off the New Year by coming to church and commemorating this very special Holy Day.

  • Blessing of Water next Saturday

The Theophany of our Lord, a Holy Day of Obligation, is next Saturday, January 6th.  A special Divine Liturgy will be held at 9:00am.  The Blessing of Water will take place at the conclusion of Liturgy.  Please bring along a container if you would like to take Holy Water home with you. 

  •  Parishioners Donate to Fr. Myron’s Family for Christmas

Fr. Myron and his Family would like to thank all the Parishioners and Friends of St. Vladimir’s Church for their generous Christmas Gift again this year!  It is very much appreciated.  God Bless You!

  • 2024 Church envelopes and calendars

2024 Church envelopes and calendars are available in the back of the church. If there is an error or if you need a box, contact Jean Pedley.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Christmas Carol Sing Along next Sunday in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre will be holding their 29th annual Christmas Carol Sing Along next Sunday, January 7th, starting at 2:00pm.  Join in the singing of some very sacred, joyful and inspiring Christmas Carols.  Afterwards, please join us in the lower church hall for a Christmas Fellowship Social.  Please bring a friend or family member, and share the joy of Christmas with them, as we all welcome the Newborn Son of God into our hearts and homes.

  • Six-month Lottery Calendar in Simpson

Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Simpson will be sponsoring a six-month lottery calendar.  Each $20 calendar includes 2 numbers for the pick-3 evening drawing of the Pennsylvania Lottery.  Prizes include $25 on weekdays, $40 on Sundays and five $100 prizes.  Calendars purchased by check will be mailed to return address.  Make checks payable to Ss. Peter and Paul UGCC and mail to: P.O. Box 124, Carbondale, PA. 18407.  For more information contact Marge (570) 282-5680 or Dorothy (570) 282-2084.

  • Lottery Calendar Fundraiser in Wilkes-Barre

Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre will be holding a Lottery Calendar Fundraiser.  The “Lottery Calendar” will be for the month of February 2024.  Calendars are $5.00 each and offer the opportunity to win cash each of the 29 days of the month.  Returns can be made until Sunday, January 29th.  All prize money will be distributed the week of March 4th.  See Fr. Myron to purchase these Calendars.

  • Festival of Ukrainian Christmas Carols

The annual Festival of Ukrainian Christmas Carols will be held at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 830 N. Franklin St. in Philadelphia, on Sunday, January 7th, at 3:00pm.  Donations to support the Cathedral will be greatly appreciated.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser

Texas Roadhouse Cards Raised $392.50 Thanks to all who support our fundraisers!

  1. THANK YOU

THANK YOU Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home & Cremation Services for providing us with the 2024 church calendars again this year!  God Bless you for your ongoing and faithful generosity!

  1. Sign-up sheets for Pyrohy helpers

Sign-up sheets are available in the back of the church for the pyrohy making process.  Come 1 day, come 3 days or come for a few hours.  All help of any amount of time is appreciated.  Our pyrohy sale income is the key to paying our heating bills for our church properties…..

  1. Special Thanks to Decorators of our Church

St. Vladimir’s would like to thank those who worked hard in decorating our Church for the Christmas Season.  Your commitment and dedication are deeply appreciated.

  1. Bulletin Advertisers being Accepted

If you know of anyone who would like to advertise in our Bulletin, please contact Fr. Myron or Maria Ruane.  The prices are very reasonable and will help offset the cost of Bulletin publishing.

  1. Divine Liturgy requests being accepted

Divine Liturgy requests are now being accepted for 2024.  Liturgies are available Mondays through Saturdays.  Please fill out a request form (pink sheet) located in the back of the Church and drop it into the collection basket or give it to Fr. Myron directly.  This is your chance to honor a Loved One (Living or Deceased) by requesting a Divine Liturgy in their Honor.

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Please include in your prayers those members of our parish who are in hospitals, care homes, rehabilitation facilities & those who are not able to join us actively in our church community.

Mountain View

Irene Slagan

Home

Anastasia Korman

Andrea Geraghty

Stella Patrick

Stanley Krupinski

Helen Ewasko

Katrina Izak Wilson

Home

Dr. Walter Dobushak

Sophia Soniak

Jean Chomko

Julie Yevich

Charles Drumsta

Regina Kozel

Andrea Wells

Bohdonna Sherpinskas

Home

Doris Romancho

Mary Warholak

Dorothy Kowalchick

Stephen Nidoh

Mary Tucker

Michael Seechock

Steve Patrick

Bulletin 12-17-23

Divine Liturgy Guide

Sunday, December 17, 2023

Sunday of the Forefathers

SAT DEC 16:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy +Mary Skorupka The Zak Family

SUN DEC 17:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday of the Forefathers Blessing for His People

MON DEC 18:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy Blessing and Healings for Sosonowyj Family

TUES DEC 19:  Boniface Martyr READ Mark 10:2-12

WED DEC 20:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy  +Nicholas Biloskirka The Biloskirka Family

THURS DEC 21:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy The Aborted Unborn The Lilik Family

FRI DEC 22:  8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy +Bohdana Myronyuk by Cristopher Lilik

SAT DEC 23:  4:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy Blessings & Healings for Tony & Dennis Lilik                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        The Myronyuk Family

SUN DEC 24:  9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sunday Before Christmas Blessing for His People

Collection Basket

12/9 & 12/11 $2590

Thank you to last week’s counters

Dave Pedley and Linda Gerrity

Next Week’s Counters are:

Mike Trusz & Olenka Chandoha-Knott

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

 December 16-22

Deborah Dommes – Dec. 19

Maria Black – Dec. 21

VIGIL CANDLE SPONSORS: week beginning December 16, 2023

1   2   3Hanging Eternal Lamp $10 2 Altar Vigil Candles $10 Proskomedia Candles $10By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Joseph and  + Esther Linko By: Sharmayne,  Michael,  Tony & Matt Tucker For: I.M.O.  + Walter Michael Tucker,  Jr. By: Michael Trusz For: I.M.O.  + Olga Trusz – 3rd anniversary of repose DEC 18
4   5   6   72 Tetrapod Candles $10 Jesus Vigil at Iconostas $5 Mary Vigil at Iconostas $5 St. Nicholas $5By: Sharmayne Tucker For: I.M.O. + Paul, Sr. and + Betty Schwenk By: Regina Kozel For: I.M.O.  + Ihor Shablovsky By: Biloskirka Family For: I.M.O.  + Nicholas and  + Nadia Biloskirka By: Mary Warholak For: Health and God’s Blessings for Debbie Dommes
8   9   10St. Vladimir Vigil at Iconostas $5 Jesus Entrance Vigil $5 Mary Entrance Vigil $5By: Laskowski Family For: I.M.O.  + Joseph & + Marlene Laskowski,  our parents By: Stella Patrick For: Health and God’s Blessings for Stephen Patrick By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Jeffrey Lyden & family
11   12   13   14   15Mother of God Statue $10 Altar 7 branch Saturday $5 Altar 7 branch Sunday $5 Blessed Mother (side altar) $5 Jesus (side altar) $5By: Linda Gerrity For: I.M.O.  + Stefan and + Ewanna Sydor By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings  – Casey McNulty Evans By: Laskowski Family For: Health & God’s Blessings for Miranda Vasquez By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Esther Linko By: Linda Pirritano For: I.M.O.  + Joseph Linko
CONFESSIONFor anyone that would like to receive the holy sacrament of confession you can let Father Myron know and set up a time either before or after Liturgy from Tuesday through Saturday.

SAINT VLADIMIR

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Mailing address: 430 N. 7th Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503-2104

Telephones: Parish Office (570) 342-7023 Fax 342-7130

Website stvladimirscranton.org

REVEREND MYRON MYRONYUK, PASTOR Email:  myronyukm@yahoo.com

Glory to Jesus Christ!  Glory Forever!  Slava Isusu Christu!  Slava Na Viky!

Divine Liturgies: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m.,

Holy Days & Weekdays see bulletin

OUR MISSION PARISH: Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

635 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705

Sick calls / Communion calls / Home visits/ Emergencies: call parish office.

CALENDAR

  • Pyrohy sale distribution dates:
    • Saturday, December 16, 2023
    • Saturday, January 20, 2024
    • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    • Saturday, March 16, 2024
  • Decorating for Christmas December 22, Friday – 11 am.  Need help please.

CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE

  • December 24 Christmas Eve
    • Only Sunday Morning Services at 9:00 am (not for Christmas Eve)
    • There will be NO VIGIL/EVENING LITURGY FOR THIS YEAR ONLY
  • December 25 Christmas Day
    • 11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Nativity of Our Lord
  • December 26 Synaxis of the Theotokos
    • 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Workers needed for Church Decorating on Friday

The Decorating of the Church for the Christmas season will take place this Friday, December 22nd, beginning at 11:00am.  Workers will be needed to set up the Manger, set up Christmas trees, hang Wreaths, arrange Flowers, string Lights, change Candles, and more.  Come and join us.

  • Christmas Eve is a Day of Fasting

A reminder that next Sunday, December 24th, the Vigil of the Nativity, No Meat may be Eaten. This is a Day of Fasting for Ukrainian Catholics.  Please Honor this Regulation of the Church.

  • 2024 Church envelopes and calendars

2024 Church envelopes and calendars are available in the back of the church. If there is an error or if you need a box, contact Jean Pedley.

  • THANK YOU

THANK YOU Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home & Cremation Services for providing us with the 2024 church calendars again this year!  God Bless you for your ongoing and faithful generosity!

  • Sign-up sheets for Pyrohy helpers

Sign-up sheets are available in the back of the church for the pyrohy making process.  Come 1 day, come 3 days or come for a few hours.  All help of any amount of time is appreciated.  Our pyrohy sale income is the key to paying our heating bills for our church properties…..

  • REACH OUT TO OUR NEIGHBORS ACROSS THE STREET THIS CHRISTMAS!!!!

Lackawanna County Office of Youth & Family Services provides programs for children in our county.  Outreach – Center for Community Resources (our neighbors across the street) provides children involved in those programs with books, pajamas, and educational toys each year. Lackawanna County Office of Youth & Family Services provide these items to over 250 children and are still looking for additional support. We are in need of pajamas sizes 2T – 10 for boys and girls; toys and games for infants through 6 years old, and books for children 0 – 10. If you would like to donate, we will have a contribution box in the back of the church for you to drop off these items.  New items please, no used items and do not gift wrap. Use the above list to make your purchases.  Thank you for your support.  The items will be collected through December 20th.  See Jean Pedley if you have any questions.

  • Thank you St. Nicholas for visiting St. Vladimir’s parish

A big thank you to everyone who helped to make the St. Nicholas luncheon, basket raffle, and performance a great success!  Thank you to the religious education students who worked hard and did a great job with their presentation.  Thank you St. Nicholas for giving the children of our parish (“big & small”) inspirational words to live by every day.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • New Priest ordained on Feast of St. Nicholas

On December 6, during the solemn hierarchical liturgy at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Philadelphia, metropolitan Borys Gudziak ordained a new priest. Father Mykola Dziurakh became the third priest ordained this year in the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia and the sixth who joined the ministry in the Archeparchy. Numerous priests of the Archeparchy came to share this joyful occasion.  In attendance was Father Mykola’s uncle, bishop Bohdan Dziurakh, who serves as a Ukrainian Catholic bishop in Germany and Scandinavia, and whose supportive presence added an extra layer of significance to the event and the responsibilities Father Mykola was about to embrace. He presented Father Mykola with an icon of the Good Shepherd painted by his sister, who is a redemptorist nun in Ukraine.  Father Mykola accepted his new ministry with humility and determination, surrounded by the support and love of his family and the Church community. In his brief address he thanked his family in Ukraine, bishops, priests, and fellow seminarians who supported his vocation, and especially his wife Uliana who accompanied him on his path to priesthood.  In his homily metropolitan Borys emphasized that this joyous event took place on the feast of Saint Nicholas. “Feast of St Nicholas is a feast of giving, of generosity. And Saint Nicholas is generous with us. A new priest is a great gift. In the twenty first century a bishop cannot have a greater gift than to have an opportunity to share the grace of priesthood with a new priest”.  Mykola Dziurakh was born in the village of Hirske, Lviv region, on November 16, 1996. From 2014 to 2020, he studied at the Kyiv Theological Seminary of the Three Holy Hierarchs. Currently, he is a student of the licentiate program in patristics and dogmatic theology at the Ukrainian Catholic University. He has experience in catechetical and missionary ministry in eastern Ukraine. With the blessing of His Beatitude Patriarch Sviatoslav, Mykola was ordained a deacon in Munich on June 12, 2022, by Bishop Bohdan (Dzyurach), Apostolic Exarch for Ukrainians of the Byzantine Rite in Germany and Scandinavian countries. He served as a deacon in Germany until February 2023. In February 2023, at the invitation of Metropolitan Borys Gudziak, with the blessing of His Beatitude Patriarch Sviatoslav, along with his wife Uliana Mykola began serving in the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia.

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